At age 16, Nadya Okamoto started PERIOD.org, an organization fighting to end period poverty and stigma, and at age 19 she ran for public office to fight for menstruators' reproductive rights. Since then, she wrote Period Power: A Manifesto for the Menstrual Movement and co-founded August, a lifestyle brand working to reimagine periods. She has been recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 and People Magazine's Women Changing the World lists. In this episode, we cover how to change the period shame and stigma in our culture; period poverty, the tampon tax, and why they affect all of us; and what you need to know about the patriarchy and period health. Nadya also explains how capitalism helped her create more positive social change, why prioritizing your financial freedom and well-being is not selfish, and how her need for external validation was masked as confidence. This episode will heal the preteen in you who felt embarrassed about her changing body, ignite a passion for changing society and stigma, and rethink everything you believe about confidence.

Candice Kumai is a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, journalist, podcast host, producer, director, and author of bestselling books such as Kintsugi Wellness: The Japanese Art of Nourishing Mind, Body, and Spirit. Coined "the golden girl of wellness" by ELLE, Candice is an expert at living a healthy life, but this is more than your typical interview. On today's episode, Josie and Candice dive deep into topics such as cultural appropriation in wellness and how to enjoy, yet honor rituals and foods like matcha, yoga, and Ayurveda. Candice also talks about why so many people get "wellness" wrong, and how social media is even more damaging than we think. Lastly, Candice discusses Kintsugi, or the Japanese principle of highlighting imperfections, and how to live this principle to change your life.

Do you struggle with negotiating for a higher salary, getting a bonus, or better benefits? Do you want to advocate for yourself more in the workplace? Do you work in a male-dominated industry, or just want to set yourself up for optimal success no matter where you work? On this week’s episode, Josie sits down with Jay-Z and Beyonce's former attorney and founder of The Justice Dept., Jennifer Justice, to give you all the tips you need for negotiating, advocating for yourself in the workplace, and overall setting you up for optimal success. Jennifer Justice is known for her work in the music industry (including building Roc Nation from the ground up, and being behind some of the biggest deals in the industry for stars such as Rihanna and Shakira), and is the founder of The Justice Dept., a female-focused advisory, consulting, and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, and brands, with the mission of helping women to get the pay they deserve. In addition to insanely helpful tips for your work and finance life, Jennifer spills the tea on being in the music industry (especially as a female in her 20s).

Do you care about what other people think of you? Are you ever told you’re too aggressive, or not aggressive enough? Have you been called too bossy, bitchy, naive, or nice? PSA: Most women have experienced the Likeability Trap and Goldilocks Conundrum (be nice, but not too nice!). On this week’s episode, Josie sits down with Award Winning Journalist, MSNBC Anchor, and author of The Likeability Trap, Alicia Menendez, to discuss why women are wired to care about being liked, why the system we’re in is harmful for every gender, and how to get out of the trap once and for all. Alicia also discusses how to get to know your true self and show up as your true self in the workplace, social settings, and your relationships.

Shiza Shahid is the face (and brains) behind Our Place, the cookware brand responsible for one of Instagram’s most beloved products (the viral Always Pan). But Shiza, who was born and raised in Pakistan, has been an entrepreneur and activist long before Our Place took off. On this episode of The Everygirl Podcast, Josie and Alaina sit down with Shiza to discuss how business and advocacy can (and should!) go hand in hand, and all the lessons she’s learned on her journey.