Girls Who Inspire
Welcome to the Girls Who Inspire podcast! In each episode, Taylor will be joined by guest speakers who will share their journey to success and advice to inspire girls to follow their passions. We'll cover topics such as how to gain leadership skills, enter different sectors, and so much more! Get comfy and join us every other week to learn how you can be fearless and follow your passions.
Episodes
Project SafeRide - Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Sailee Raja, founder and CEO of Project SafeRide, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of Project SafeRide and share advice on how others can take action.
Leading Beyond the Platform
Avarie McArthur, Miss Heart of Syracuse 2026 and the founder of the UNITY platform, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the pageant world , her journey to success, and share advice on how others can take action through social platforms.
Leading With Purpose
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Scarlet McIlrath, Miss Illinois Teen USA 2026. Together, they discuss the power of finding your purpose and leading beyond leadership titles.
Leadership Through Service - Claire Ding
Claire Ding, the 2026-2027 North Carolina FBLA State President, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the leadership world, her journey to success, and share advice on how others can take action and advocate.
Growing Change - Nurture Natives
Esther Bonney, founder and CEO of Nurture Natives, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of Nurture Natives and share advice on how others can take action and create change.
Project Pulmonary - Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Bettina Lee, founder and CEO of Project Pulmonary, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of Project Pulmonary and share advice on how others can take action.
Leading in College
Natasha Agrawal, the founder of BelieveNBooks, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the journey of BelieveNBook and share advice on how others can take action in college.
Free From Fear - Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Lila Wojtowicz, founder of Free From Fear, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of Free From Fear, and share advice on how others can take action.
The Courage to Start Now
Anwita Iyengar, the founder of Diplomessy, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the journey of Diplomessy and share advice on how others can take action and the courage to start now.
Growing Through Leadership
Charis Roussel, the 2026-2027 Maryland FBLA State President, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and business world, her journey to success, and share advice on how others can take action and advocate.
Advocating Beyond the Crown
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Miss Mid Carolina’s Teen 2026, Cadence Roberts. They discuss Cadence's journey to success and the power of embracing imperfections and advocating for causes.
Noelle Martinez - The Mindset Behind Success
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Noelle Martinez, a model and content creator. They discuss Noelle's journey to success and the mindsets behind success.
Project Career Talks: Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Ashwina Sharma, founder of Project Career Talks and An Unclouded Conscience, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of Project Career Talks, and share advice on how others can take action.
Embracing Imperfections
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2026 Miss Ballantyne’s Teen, Delilah Claire. They discuss Delilah's journey to success and the power of embracing imperfections.
Sparkle Girls: Nonprofit Experience & Advice
Kara Dunovant, the founder of the Sparkle Girls Summit, joins Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of Sparkle Girls, and share advice on how others can make an impact.
Leading Beyond Leadership Titles
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Laika Patel, the 2025-2026 Texas DECA President and 2025 Miss Texas Teen USA. Together, they discuss the power of finding your purpose and leading beyond leadership titles.
Wisdom from the AI World with Professor Gilpin
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor sits down with Professor Leilani Gilpin to explore innovation, ethics, and lessons from the Artificial Intelligence (AI) world.
From Passion To Purpose
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Ana Beatriz, a Youth Advisory Board Member for the Born This Way Foundation. Together, they discuss the power of chasing dreams and how to turn passions into purpose.
The Power of Taking Initiative
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Anjani Sharma, the Executive Director and Founder of Minds Without Borders. Together, they discuss the power of initiative and youth leadership.
Wisdom from the Engineering World with Dr. Roxanne Moore
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor sits down with Dr. Roxanne Moore to explore creativity, innovation, and lessons from the engineering world.
The Violet Project: Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Saimantika and Tisya, project managers of The Violet Project, join Girls Who Inspire. Alongside host Taylor, they explore the nonprofit world, the journey of The Violet Project, and share advice on how others can become advocates for change.
Finding Your Voice in Media
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Ashley Mengwasser, an Emmy-winning host, writer, and executive producer. Together, they discuss Ashley’s journey to success and how young people can find their voice in the media industry.
From Idea to Impact: Building Spikey with Abbie Goddard
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Abbie Goddard, the Founder and CEO of Spikey. They discuss Abbie’s journey to success and how to turn your ideas into impact.
Wisdom from the Business World with Dr. Jamie Leddin
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Dr. Jamie Leddin to discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, and insights from the business world.
Novasta: Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Arianna Sun, Sofia Hennessy, and Ruth Gelaye, the founders of Novasta, join Girls Who Inspire. As they and host Taylor dive into the nonprofit world, they discuss Novasta’s journey to success and share advice on how others can make a global impact.
Doing It All Without Burning Out
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2025-2026 Miss Westlake’s Teen, Mia Ferraro. They discuss Mia’s journey to success and how to pursue your dreams without burning out.
Mini: Entering Healthcare Through HOSA
Welcome to the new Empowerment Minis series! Every Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past Girls Who Inspire episode. This week's guest is Ria Mohan, the 2025-2026 HOSA Future Healthcare Professionals International President.
Making Every Moment Count
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2025-2026 National Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Eastern Region Vice President, Pari Malla. They discuss FBLA, Pari's successful journey, and how to make every moment and opportunity count.
Finding Your Passions
Ela Er, the 2025-2026 Rhode Island FBLA Membership Chair, joins Girls Who Inspire. Together, Taylor and Ela discuss Ela's journey to success and share advice on finding passions and making impacts.
Mini: Advice on Following Your Dreams
Welcome to the new Empowerment Minis series! Every Monday, we will feature a 5-minute mini-episode with content from a past Girls Who Inspire episode. This week's guest is Vivika Arora, the 2025-2026 FBLA National Secretary.
Becoming Your Own Role Model
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the Bethanie Montano, Emily Powell, and Destinee Rolle. They discuss FBLA, their own personal journeys to success, and advice on how to grow your self-confidence and become your own "role model".
Turning Ideas Into Impact & Folding Change
Thyra Foronda, one of the founders of Origami For Good, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into the nonprofit world, they discuss Origami For Good, the organization's journey to success, and share advice on how others can create global impacts.
Turning Challenges into Opportunities - Alana Kendall
Alana Kendall, the founder of From Girl To Great, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into the nonprofit world, they discuss Alana's journey to success and share advice on turning challenges into opportunities.
Leading With Purpose and Confidence
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Lathika Satishkumar, the podcast host of Vitals and Voices. They discuss Vitals and Voices, Lathika's successful journey, and advice on how to lead with purpose and confidence.
Milani Casanova: Entering the Technology World Through TSA
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2024-2025 Texas Technology Student Association (TSA) Historian Milani Casanova. Together, they discuss TSA, Milani's successful journey, and how others can enter the technology world.
Turning Small Actions into Big Impacts
Srinidhi, the founder of Steps 2 Impact, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into the nonprofit world, they discuss Srinidhi's journey to success and share advice on how others can create their own nonprofit and turn small actions into big impacts in their own communities.
Sadie Sutton: Turning Your Struggles into a Platform
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Sadie Sutton, the host of the She Persisted podcast. They discuss Sadie's journey to success and how she turned her struggles into her podcast.
Vivika Arora: Turning Your Dreams Into A Reality
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2025-2026 National Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Secretary, Vivika Arora. They discuss FBLA, Vivika's successful journey, and how to turn your big dreams into a reality.
Advice on Believing in Yourself With Taylor Henry
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the author of Girl You Can!, Taylor Henry. They discuss about Taylor's journey to success and advice on building confidence and believing in yourself.
Emma Gunn: Entering the Industry World Through SkillsUSA
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2024-2025 National SkillsUSA Secondary Vice President, Emma Gunn. They discuss SkillsUSA, Emma's successful journey, and how others can enter the industry world.
Cancer Kids First: Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Suri Yang, a Chapter Director for Cancer Kids First, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into the nonprofit world, they discuss Cancer Kids First, the organization's journey to success, and share advice on how others can create global impacts.
Salyce Winters: Making the Most out of High School
Join special guest, Salyce Winters, an incoming student at Southern Methodist University. She and host Taylor discuss her successful journey and how to make the most out of your high school years. Get comfy to hear and learn how to get unique experiences and opportunities at school.
Aila Jiang: Taking Initiative and Driving Change
Aila Jiang, the founder of Youth Smile 4 Special Needs, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into Aila's journey to success, they discuss how Youth Smile 4 Special Needs was awarded the Diana Award and share advice on how others can take initiative in their communities.
Overcoming Barriers to Become a Leader in Science
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by Julia Forsey, a student at McGill University. They discuss Julia's journey to becoming one of the university's leaders in science while overcoming the barriers of living with Tourette's Syndrome
Journey and Advice on Making an Impact
Join special guest, Sonia Daptardar, the founder of Seeds of Reading. She and host Taylor discuss Seeds of Reading's successful journey and how to make an impact in your own community. Get comfy to hear and learn how you turn your passions into impacts.
Becoming Fearless With Address Teen Stress
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the President and Co-Founder of Address Teen Stress, Aabha Shrestha. They discuss Address Teen Stress, Aabha's successful journey, and advice on overcoming stress and becoming fearless.
Diya Brijesh: Nonprofit Experience and Advice
Diya Brijesh, the founder of Care4Kiddos, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into the nonprofit world, they discuss Diya's journey to success and share advice on how others can create their own nonprofit.
Deborah Jacklin: Entering the Business World
Join special guest, Deborah Jacklin, a current student at The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. She and host Taylor discuss Deborah's successful journey and how to enter the business world. Get comfy to hear and learn how you can navigate the business world.
Mckenzie Master: Passions for Digital Media
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor and special guest Mckenzie Master dive into the world of digital art. They discuss Mckenzie's journey to success and share advice on how to pursue a passion in digital art and graphic design.
Mary Schrieber: Entering the Agriculture World Through FFA
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2024-2025 National Future Farmers of America (FFA) Central Region Vice President, Mary Schrieber. They discuss FFA, Mary's successful journey, and how others can enter the agriculture world.
Ria Mohan: Entering Healthcare through HOSA
The 2024-2025 International HOSA Future Healthcare Professionals President-Elect, Ria Mohan, joins Girls Who Inspire. As she and host Taylor dive into the healthcare and HOSA world, they discuss Ria's journey to success and share advice on how to pursue a passion for healthcare through HOSA.
Olivia Herrin: Leadership, FBLA, and Advice
In this episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor is joined by the 2024-2025 National Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Secretary, Olivia Herrin. They discuss FBLA, Olivia's successful journey, and how others can accomplish their dreams of becoming leaders.
Speech and Debate Journey and Advice
In the first episode of Girls Who Inspire, Taylor and special guest Siri Ramineni dive into the world of Speech and Debate. They discuss Siri's journey to success and share advice on how to pursue a passion in public speaking.
Welcome to the Girls Who Inspire Podcast
Hey there, welcome! I'm your host, Taylor. I'm so excited to introduce the Girls Who Inspire Podcast, where weekly guest speakers will share their knowledge and advice to empower girls to follow their passions. We'll cover topics such as how to gain leadership skills, enter different sectors, and so much more! Get comfy and join us every other week to learn how you can follow your passions.
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