Gal on the Go Unplugged™

Andria Jennens, Dance Educator + Professional Ballerina

Ep. 16 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Andria Jennens, a respected dance educator, and professional ballerina. Ms. Andria shares about her experience as a professional dancer, her father’s influence, which current ballet dancers she follows, body image stigmas, using her encounters with mean instructors to fuel her passion, giving back to her profession by teaching upcoming generations, the benefits of cross-training, and more!

Courtney Helinski, Senior Fundraising Coordinator

Ep. 15 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Courtney Helinski, Senior Fundraising Coordinator of Empire State Ride and IceCycleBuffalo for Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. Courtney discusses her passion for fundraising, rising to the occasion during challenges, teamwork, a personal share from 23 years ago that motivates her to this day, how you can be an ESR Road Warrior, her excitement to see new and returning riders, insight on new evening programs, and more!Together, we can make a difference and crush cancer!IG: empirestateride

Brenda Brown, Body-Care Creator + Mental Health Advocate

Ep. 14 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Brenda Brown, Body-Care Creator + Mental Health Advocate. Brenda openly discusses her passions for self-care products and mental health, the significance of doing what you need to do for yourself versus doing what others think you need to do, realizing I’m not what happened to me, the importance of affordable therapy, what it means to be a black entrepreneur, the thoughtfulness behind the ingredients she picks and uses in her products, how you can be a product sampler, overcoming insecurities, personal growth, and more!IG: brenda_madeit

Iesha Holy, Serial Entrepreneur

Ep. 13 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Iesha Holy, a Serial Entrepreneur. Iesha is the definition of a power woman -- president of a boutique accounting and bookkeeping firm, owner of EuroBronze Sunless, partner at a law firm, and new mom! Iesha shares how her first business came about by accident, the value of knowing all the roles of a business you own, the danger of comparison, common misconceptions of business owners, authentic marketing, saying no to opportunities, balancing it all, the importance of building a good team, and more!IG: @ebzsunless

Donna Young, Bariatric Patient + Wellness Coach

Ep. 12 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Donna Young, Bariatric Patient + Wellness Coach known as Your Bari Godmother. Donna openly and bravely discusses the controversial topic of bariatric surgery and why it was the best choice for her. In addition, Donna shares about her weight battle journey that began at age six, experiences with bad doctors, her fears, her therapist's tough love, benefits beyond weight loss, lifestyle changes, and more!IG: @Your_Bari_Godmother

Pilar ‘Becca’ Becerra, Founder of Ad Meliora Skateboards

Ep. 11 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Pilar ‘Becca’ Becerra, founder of Ad Meliora Skateboards. Becca shares her journey of being an immigrant child who rose from the foster care system and homelessness, the influence of skateboarding in her life, out tricking the boys, the differences in our journeys, the raw meaning behind her brand, helping people through their hardest days, the value of mentors, and more!IG: @admelioraskateboards

Jessie Thompson, The Washington Capitals

Ep. 10 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Jessie Thompson, manager of youth hockey development for The Washington Capitals. Jessie shares about the importance of creating pathways to entry for girls and women in hockey, why the ALL CAPS ALL HER program started and what it means, the mental significance of women in roles like referees and coaches, the story of a young Iraqi girl's passion for playing, how the NHL is working together to elevate women in the sport, and much more! She also reveals exciting events like the Professional Women's Hockey Players Association (PWHPA) first Secret Dream Gap Tour March 3-6, 2022, at MedStar Capitals Iceplex!!!!

Jenlene Nowak, Mosaic Artist

Ep. 9 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with the super fun Jenlene Nowak. A mosaic artist and owner of Mizz Mozaic. Jenlene shares about how she got started, her motivator, lessons learned, her unique commissioned piece for Rowan Tree, how she recharges, and more!Looking for a truly unique Valentine’s | Galentine's Gift and want to support a small business? Check out Mizz Mozaic's website!IG: @mizzmozaic

Jessica Lopez-Enriquez, Alcohol Ink Artist

Ep. 8 In this episode, Gal on the Go talks with Jessica Lopez-Enriquez, an alcohol ink artist and owner of The Gorilla and the Pig. Jessica shares what it’s like to be a young Latina entrepreneur, the small stuff leading her to the big picture, the technique of alcohol art, being an introvert, inventory planning, painting classes, and much more!Looking for a truly unique Valentine’s | Galentine's Gift and want to support a small business? Check out The Gorilla and the Pig’s website!IG: @thegorillaandthepig

Jaclyn Yost, Sustainable Travel Advocate

Ep. 7 In this special episode, Gal on the Go talks with Jaclyn Yost, an "eco-nomad" and the owner of ecomadic, a curated marketplace for local and sustainable businesses. Jaclyn shares what her company is doing to empower travelers to make responsible decisions, the importance of keeping tourism dollars within communities, the three key pillars of sustainability, and much more. Fun Fact: An eco-nomad travels from place to place to reduce the ecological footprint of themself and the people around them.IG: @ecomadic