Women on Wisdom
By: Sandra Boyd
Language: en
Categories: Society, Culture, Personal, Journals, Business, Careers, Education
At the current pace, it will take 123 years to close the global gender gap. Women on Wisdom was created to help change that. Hosted by Sandra Boyd, this podcast features honest conversations with women from diverse backgrounds who share their experiences with leadership, courage, and connection. Each episode explores the barriers women continue to face and the lessons learned from navigating them. Through insight, empathy, and practical takeaways, Women on Wisdom empowers listeners to think differently, lead confidently, and be part of the movement to close the gap.
Episodes
Wisdom Moments: The Invisible War on Women
Jan 09, 2026In this episode of Wisdom Moments, Sandra Boyd explores the growing influence of the manosphere and the online rhetoric shaping how many young men understand masculinity, power, and gender roles.
What often begins as content about confidence, success, or self-improvement can quietly shift into messaging that frames women as a problem and equality as a threat. Sandra reflects on why this trend matters for leaders, parents, educators, and organizations and why she believes this form of internet discourse represents an invisible war on women.
This conversation is about awareness, responsibility, and how we respond with...
Duration: 00:12:14Wisdom Moments: When Convenience Replaces Connection at Work
Dec 19, 2025In this edition of Wisdom Moments, Sandra Boyd reflects on a subtle but important shift in how we work — the growing reliance on scheduling tools and what they may be costing us in human connection. While tools like Calendly are designed to save time, Sandra explores how they can unintentionally shift effort onto others, turning what was once a shared, relational moment into a purely transactional exchange. She’s not calling for an end to scheduling apps — but for more intentional, human-centered use. This episode is a reminder that leadership shows up in the smallest choices. When convenience becomes the defaul...
Duration: 00:01:45Wisdom Moments: The Hidden Cost of Cameras-Off Culture
Dec 12, 2025In this Wisdom Moment, Sandra Boyd reflects on the subtle but significant shift toward cameras-off culture in virtual work. As screens go dark, something essential fades with them — the emotional cues and human connection that help teams feel grounded and supported. After sitting with this, Sandra committed to keeping her own camera on whenever possible. Not as a rule, but as a quiet leadership gesture that says: I’m here, I’m present, and you matter. It’s a reminder that remote work requires intentional choices — small actions that rebuild trust, connection, and psychological safety. 💙 Learn more about TalentWise Collective: https://www.l...
Duration: 00:02:44Wisdom Moments: Grey-Splaining Is Real — And I’m Done Staying Quiet About It
Dec 08, 2025In this Wisdom Moment, Sandra shares a familiar experience: being grey-splained—dismissed or underestimated based on age or assumptions. What started as a simple passport photo errand turned into a powerful reminder that capability has nothing to do with how others perceive us. The story offers a sharp leadership takeaway: lead with curiosity, not assumptions. Learn more about TalentWise Collective: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentwise-collective/
Duration: 00:02:19Wisdom Moments: When Exhaustion Makes You Doubt Yourself
Dec 08, 2025In this Wisdom Moment, Sandra Boyd opens up about the quiet exhaustion that can surface when we’re building something new—and how quickly it can spiral into self-doubt. She shares a candid look at moments when she questioned her voice and her impact, especially while growing a new podcast in a crowded space. Her message is a grounding one: exhaustion isn’t failure. It’s a sign to pause, reset, and reconnect to purpose. Learn more about TalentWise Collective: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentwise-collective/
Duration: 00:03:46Episode 5: The Wisdom of an Adventure-Driven Leader (w/ Heather Arthur)
Oct 18, 2025Delve into the tales of a true leader-adventurer! In this episode, Sandra welcomes Heather Arthur—a corporate executive, leadership coach, and adventure-driven leader. Together, they explore how extreme travel, presence, and reframing fear can transform how we lead, decide, and grow—at work and in life.
We talk about:
Why fear and excitement feel the same in the body—and how to reframe them“Just breathe” and “one step at a time”: practical tools from shark dives and mountain treksLessons from Papua New Guinea, Mongolia, Morocco, Bhutan—and bringing them into the boardroomMoving beyond the “numbers game”: sponsorship... Duration: 00:49:42Episode 4: Caregiving, Careers, and the Cost We Don’t Talk About (w/ Susan Van Klink and Deborah Bakti)
Oct 18, 2025Get ready for a moving and fascinating conversation. Sandra is joined by guests Sue and Deb to open up about the invisible toll of caregiving—on families, careers, and women’s equality. With decades of experience as executives, coaches, and caregivers themselves, they share unfiltered stories of navigating long-term care, juggling executive roles, parenting, grief, and the relentless demands of being “the rock” at home and at work.
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Deb’s journey from corporate executive to caregiver, losing her husband and parents while raising kids—and how it reshaped her career and purposeSue’s story of carin... Duration: 01:00:44Episode 3: The Wisdom of Pushing Boundaries - Rethinking Success and Bridging the Gap (w/ Kirsten Stanger and Tammy Heermann)
Oct 18, 2025Sandra and Kirsten sit down with special guest Tammy Heermann, leadership expert and author of Reframe Your Story, to explore how the stories we tell ourselves—and the ones society tells us—shape women’s experiences at work and at home. Together, they unpack the realities of gender inequality, why the gap remains at 124 years, and what we can each do to accelerate change.
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How childhood messages and cultural norms shape women’s definitions of successThe talk: preparing our daughters for stereotypes, self-worth, and resilienceThe hidden costs of sexism—from burnout to micro-moments that erode... Duration: 01:09:39Episode 2: Harnessing Mindfulness and Intuition: The Battle of Science vs. Intuition (w/ Dr. Dayna Lee Baggley and Jennifer Spencer)
Oct 18, 2025In this powerful conversation, we welcome two brilliant minds from seemingly different worlds: clinical psychologist Dr. Dana Lee Bagley and intuitive coach and spiritual medium Jennifer Spencer. Together, they explore the intersection of science and spirituality—and what it means to lead, live, and work with both mindfulness and intuition.
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The science behind intuition—and why it’s more than just a “gut feeling”How burnout can block access to your inner wisdomThe role mindfulness plays in decision-making, leadership, and recoveryWhy emotional safety and feminine energy are reshaping today’s workplacesHow to make space for im... Duration: 01:05:49Episode 1: Why We’re Here — The Story Behind Women on Wisdom (w/ Patricia Polischuk and Kirsten Stanger)
Oct 16, 2025It's our inaugural episode of Women on Wisdom, and Sandra is joined by co-hosts Patricia and Kirsten as they peel back the curtain on why Women on Wisdom exists and what they hope to spark through this podcast. With over 60 years of combined leadership, life, and coaching experience across three generations, the conversation is raw, honest, and deeply personal.
We talk about:
The story behind our friendship and how it’s evolved over two decadesWhy we believe it will take 124 years to close the gender gap—and why that’s unacceptableWhat it means to claim our wisdom... Duration: 00:58:45