GenerateHER
GenerateHER is a podcast hosted by Jane Bertch, a best-selling author and former corporate executive turned entrepreneur based in Paris. The show aims to reignite listeners' energy and ambition by sharing inspiring insights, real-life stories, and transformative tools. Each episode explores themes like embracing unique strengths, overcoming self-doubt, and building a purposeful life. The podcast is designed for anyone ready to spark their passion and reinvent themselves at any stage of life.
Episodes
EP 48: A slice of Paris with Laura Sanders
Today we are joined by a woman whose story is such a beautiful reminder of what can happen when curiosity becomes a way of life. Laura Sanders has built a life across countries, cultures, and careers, eventually creating Fractional France and helping people find their own little slice of Paris. Laura’s story shows the willingness to observe, to knock on doors, to adapt when things change, and to k
EP 47: The Great Paris Pause
In this episode, we explore the beauty and the difficulty of pressing pause. From the quiet streets of summer in Paris to the realities of entrepreneurship, responsibility, and creativity, we reflect on what it truly means to slow down in a world that constantly asks us to do more. Together, we discover that rest doesn't look the same for everyone, and that sometimes the smallest moments of presen
EP 46: Become your own role model with Anne-Laure Pingreoun
Today we welcome Anne-Laure Pingreoun, founder of Alter-Projects and co-founder of the Mayfair Design District, for a conversation about curiosity, creativity, entrepreneurship, and building a life beyond expectations. From navigating cultures across France, the UK, and the US to making art more accessible and embracing failure as part of growth, we explore how courage, community, and a willingnes
EP 45: Growing in your Jardin Secret
In this episode of GenerateHER, we return to the metaphor of the Jardin Secret, your inner secret garden, to explore what it really means to grow with intention. From nurturing the right environment and community to embracing unexpected ideas, we reflect on the courage to evolve, even when the path leads somewhere entirely new. If you've been wondering whether it's time to cultivate the next versi
EP 44: Barbara Diggs on Balanced Decisions
In this episode of GenerateHER, we welcome Barbara Diggs - writer, entrepreneur, longtime Paris resident, and certified divorce coach. Together, we explore how life transitions, career reinvention, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth can lead us toward unexpected new chapters. Barbara shares how she left a successful legal career, built a life in France, embraced the challenges of st
EP 43: The beauty of Mess
Creativity, growth, and reinvention rarely happen in perfect conditions. In this episode of GenerateHER, we explore why the messiness of building something new—whether it's a business, a project, or a new chapter in life—is often a sign of meaningful progress. Through reflections on creativity, experimentation, and transformation, we uncover how embracing uncertainty can lead to greater clarity, r
EP 42: Creation and its many layers
In this episode, we reflect on the art of creation, not just what we build, but who we become in the process. We explore why clarity comes through action, how community shapes every meaningful creation, and why evolution often requires letting go of old versions of ourselves. From spectacular mistakes to inspired reinventions, we remind ourselves that creation is never final, it is a living, evolv
EP 41: This is why you are not making friends in Paris
In this episode, we explore how we build meaningful friendships in Paris, reflecting on cultural differences that shape connection and trust. We learn that friendship here isn’t rushed, it’s something we earn over time through consistency, discretion, and shared values. As we navigate this, we’re encouraged to slow down, be genuine, and focus on depth over quantity, understanding that true friends
EP 40: The importance of being delusional
In this solo episode, we explore the unexpected power of being “delulu”, daring to believe in dreams that feel unrealistic, irrational, or even impossible. Through reflections, examples, and a transformative journaling exercise, let's find a way to reconnect you and your inner curiosity, rediscover your past achievements, and reimagine what’s possible for your future. This episode is a gentle but
EP 39: The Joy of Ajiri Aki of Madame de la Maison
Today we sit down with author and creative entrepreneur Ajiri Aki for a heartfelt conversation about cultivating joy, embracing life’s transitions, and living with intention. Ajiri shares her journey to Paris, her philosophy of “joie de vivre,” and the powerful lesson behind her story about using the “good china”, a reminder not to wait for special occasions to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. The c
EP 38: Le Printemps - Welcome to Spring in your Jardin Secret
We’re back for Season 3 of GenerateHER, stepping into a season of action, growth, and bold beginnings. Inspired by the energy of spring in Paris, this new chapter invites you to move beyond reflection and start planting, pruning, and nurturing your “Jardin Secret.” This season is all about becoming the butterfly: embracing change, seizing opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions, and r
EP 37: Season Two Finale - Your Jardin Secret d’Hiver
In this Season 2 finale of GenerateHER, it's time to reflect on a year of reinvention, courage, and creative growth. We revisit the most meaningful lessons of the season: from trusting intuition to cultivating our personal “Jardin Secret.” We share daily miracle practices, reframing magic as presence, connection, and openness. We close with a heartfelt invitation to embrace risk, community, and th
EP 36: Finding your own voice - with Lindsey Tramuta
In this episode of GenerateHER, Jane Bertch sits down with longtime Paris-based journalist, author, and storyteller Lindsey Tramuta. Together, they explore how finding a voice is a lifelong, evolving practice shaped by experience, courage, and curiosity. Lindsey reflects on living through cultural change, creative reinvention, and the importance of community as a source of grounding and growth. Th
EP 35: My 2026 NEW YEAR Greeting
Today’s episode of GenerateHER is a reflective New Year conversation about intentionally choosing what to carry forward, and what to leave behind, as we step into 2026. We explore values like strategic procrastination, reciprocity, discretion, and the importance of real human connection. We reflect on balancing analog and digital living, honoring time, and resisting the pressure to constantly perf
EP 34: My message to you as we close 2025
Today’s episode is a reflective pause to close out the year. We look back on a full season of conversations, lessons, and questions, sharing what we’ve learned about growth, creativity, courage, and the power of showing up consistently. Rather than offering answers, this episode is about holding space: for reflection, for evolving voices, and for honoring the small steps that quietly shape our liv
EP 33: Taking my own advice for starting anything new
In today’s episode of GenerateHER, we pause together from Paris as we near the end of 2025, taking a breath to plant early seeds for the year ahead and search for our fil rouge, the red thread that quietly connects our joys, strengths, and purpose. As we explore the themes of reinvention, community, creativity, and the courage to begin again, we’re reminded that growth is both exhilarating and ten
EP 32: Leaving space for magic - with Lili Barbery-Coulon
Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to my guest, Lili Barbery—a woman many of you may already know from Instagram, where her presence radiates warmth, wisdom, and generosity. I met Lili about a year ago and, through the small glimpses she shares online, I’ve had the chance to discover more of who she is. You know how cautious I am with social media; I don’t believe in showing off, only in sharing.
EP31: Five business lessons I will carry forward with me into 2026
In this episode, we dive into the lessons I’ve learned from living and working in France: how confidence, transparency, and relationships shape the way we do business. We explore the value of knowing our worth, protecting what’s sacred in our connections, moving beyond transactional exchanges, pursuing excellence, and honoring true expertise. Reflecting on how these insights can guide us into a ne
EP30: Finding your North Star - with Davina MacPhail
Today I am happy to welcome Davina MacPhail — a global impact professional, community builder, and founder of Naturally Connected. In this episode, Davina shares her journey across continents and careers, from corporate banking in Paris to building impact ventures in Cambodia and Canada. She reflects on the beauty of transitions, the courage to reset, and the power of showing up authentically. Wit
EP29: It’s time for your personal Harvest
In this episode of the GenerateHER podcast we reflect on the idea of personal and seasonal growth through the metaphor of the harvest season in France. From Paris, we explore how the French concepts of récolte (harvest) and vendange (grape harvest) remind us to pause, reflect, and celebrate the fruits of our efforts—whether personal, professional, or emotional. Drawing lessons from champagne-makin
EP28: Sixteen in the City
In this episode of GenerateHER, we reflect on the “sweet sixteen” milestone of building a business in France and the lessons that come with longevity. Business and life intertwine, reminding us that relationships are everything, change is inevitable, and resilience is essential. From learning to let go in order to grow, to recognizing that coral doesn’t grow in still water, we explore how progress
EP27: Five Lessons in Reinvention Thanks To France
Paris reminds us that reinvention is always possible. In this episode of GenerateHER, we explore how the seasons of nature mirror our own cycles of growth, rest, and transformation. From role models like Edith Piaf and Marie Curie to everyday signals in our lives, we see that reinvention isn’t about erasing who we are but building upon it. Discover five timeless lessons to help us embrace change w
EP26: Five lessons from the Paris ‘La Rentrée’
Paris is humming with a special kind of energy right now. It's La Rentrée, a time of year for new beginnings and the perfect chance to reinvent yourself. That's why I'm so excited to announce that Season Two of GenerateHER is back! Get ready to discover five reasons La Rentrée isn't just a Parisian tradition—it's a mindset we can all embrace.
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EP25: Season One Recap - And Your Summer School!
Reinvention doesn’t require a grand plan. For me, it starts with curiosity, creativity, and the willingness to plant something new.
As I wrap up season one of GenerateHER, I’ve been thinking about what it means to grow as a woman in business, and as someone who’s built a life in Paris. This episode is my chance to reflect on the stories we’ve shared, the lessons I’ve learned, and the practices t
EP24: The Amazing Woman Behind Paris’s Most Popular Journal Company: Natalie Valmary
A single journal Natalie Valmary carried on a family trip through Asia sparked one of the most beautiful brands I’ve ever encountered, and reminded me how important it is not to wait on your dreams.
In this episode, I sit down with Natalie, the founder of Louise Carmen, to talk about creativity, reinvention, and what it looks like to build a business that’s deeply personal. Natalie shares how he
EP23: You’re Feeling Stuck Because You Forgot How Multidimensional You Are
Feeling stuck might have less to do with your circumstances and more to do with only seeing one version of who you are.
As May rolled in, I realized I hadn’t made the progress I hoped for this year, and that left me feeling stuck. I’ve heard the same thing from so many smart, accomplished women in business who are committed to personal development but still feel like something’s missing.
I sta
EP22: The Magic of Writing - And How It Can Change Your Life
Writing cracked open a new version of me that reshaped my identity, my community and my business.
For years, I didn’t think of myself as a writer. But when I started journaling, just a few sentences each morning, it became one of the most important tools in my self-development. Writing helped me make sense of what I was feeling, especially during hard times. It reminded me of the strength I’d al
EP21: Molly Balint and Soft Business
Building a business that actually feels like you starts with knowing the season you’re in and letting go of who you think you’re supposed to be.
I had the absolute joy of sitting down with Molly Balint for a conversation that felt equal parts grounding and eye-opening. Molly is the founder of the SOFT business movement, and someone I’ve admired for years, not just for the work she does, but for
EP20: I’m Still Finding My Voice(s) in Paris
We contain multitudes, and learning to honor every version of ourselves might be the most honest kind of authenticity.
After living in Paris for more than 20 years, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about identity, why we feel different in certain places, how we show up in different roles, and what it really means to find your voice.
In this episode, I’m sharing some of my own reflections, wha
EP19: The Beauty of Parisians Is Their Ability to Turn the Mundane Into the Extraordinary
We often wait for big moments to feel joyful. But what if the magic is actually in the small ones?
In this episode, I reflect on how living in Paris has taught me to find beauty in the everyday. While my life might sound glamorous from the outside, the truth is it’s quiet, simple, and wonderfully routine. And yet, something about the way Parisians move through the world has shifted how I see my
EP18: Life Lessons From A French Dinner Party
A French dinner party has taught me more than I ever expected about French culture, personal discovery, and the way we connect with each other.
After two decades of living in Paris, I’ve come to see these dinners as so much more than a meal. What strikes me most is how much thought goes into who’s invited, where they sit, and how the evening unfolds. Why does that matter? Because conversation is
EP17: The Power of Meditation with Eugenie Lambert Buckstein
The boldest move I’ve seen isn’t building a dream life. It’s walking away from one when it no longer feels like yours.
When I met Eugenie Lambert Buckstein, I knew I wanted to share her story. She started in law, built a career in journalism, landed a job at CNN, and then walked away from all of it. Not because she failed, but because she started listening to herself more than anyone else.
In
EP16: Why I Wrote My Memoire, “The French Ingredient”
As I celebrate the one-year anniversary of “The French Ingredient,” I’ve been reflecting on how book writing became an unexpected tool for personal development. What started as a guide to doing business in France turned into something much bigger: a memoire of reinvention, resilience, and the lessons hidden in life’s detours.
Writing through the uncertainty of the pandemic helped me process past
EP15: Tips to Get You Through Challenging Times
Strength is built in life’s toughest moments, but I’ve learned that those moments can also reveal something beautiful. Challenges shape us, resilience grows, and meaning can be found even in adversity.
March has always been a month of change for me. It’s a time of renewal, but it also carries reminders of hardship. Five years ago, the world changed in ways we never expected. That experience made
EP14: What Is Your ‘Jardin Secret’ and How to Care for It
Your dreams are a secret garden; how you care for them shapes what flourishes and what fades.
I’ve learned that personal growth and transformation are a lot like tending a garden. After leaving Chicago and building a new life in Paris, I realized that our inner dreams need patience, care, and the right environment to thrive. In this episode, I share the idea of a jardin secret, a secret garden w
EP13: The Magical Brain with Anne-Laure Le Cunff, PhD
Rethinking success starts with a simple shift: experiment, stay curious, and let learning lead the way.
I’m sitting down with neuroscientist and entrepreneur Anne-Laure Le Cunff to talk about neuroscience, creativity, and personal transformation. What happens when we stop chasing a predefined version of success and start treating life as a series of experiments? Anne-Laure shares how a health sc
EP12: What It Really Means to Be French
What does it really mean to “be French”? Is it about the way I tie my scarf, the handbag I carry, or how I order my coffee? Or is there something deeper?
After more than two decades of living in Paris, I’ve wrestled with these questions myself. As an American woman running a business here, I’ve felt the pressure to fit in. But over time, I realized something surprising—my strength came from not
EP11: What France Has Taught Me About the Word ‘Success’
Success isn’t a finish line. It’s a long, unpredictable road filled with setbacks, small wins, and lessons along the way.
After completing a long-awaited renovation for my business, La Cuisine, I felt uneasy with the word success as people congratulated me. The glossy finish doesn’t tell the full story. This journey took seven years of struggles, delays, and setbacks that tested my patience and
EP10: On Creativity with Jessie Kanelos Weiner
Creativity isn’t reserved for artists—it’s how we solve problems, express ourselves, and reimagine what’s possible. But what happens when self-doubt creeps in or inspiration feels out of reach?
Jane Bertch sits down with illustrator and author Jessie Kanelos Weiner to talk about the creative process, embracing imperfection, and the unexpected paths that shape our work. Jessie shares her journey fr
EP09: What You Need to Know About Role Models, and Why You Need One at Any Age!
Role models shape how we see ourselves and who we become, yet many women hesitate to claim that title. Why do young women confidently identify their role models while seasoned professionals shy away from the idea?
Jane Bertch unpacks this disconnect, sharing insights from her research and personal experience. She breaks down the difference between mentors, sponsors, and role models, explaining w
EP08: The Four Things You Need to Help You Take Risks
Taking risks and embracing change are essential for personal transformation, and in this episode, Jane Bertch shares how curiosity, creativity, courage, and community serve as powerful tools for personal development.
Drawing on her own leap from Chicago to Paris and her journey of building a business, Jane offers her view on what it really takes to embrace change. How does curiosity help you ta
EP07: Five Things I Have Learned About Asking for Help - Thanks to Life in France
Thoughtfully asking for help isn’t just about solving problems, but also about building meaningful relationships. For Jane Bertch, this practice has been a cornerstone of her personal and professional growth. Drawing from her years as a business owner in France, Jane contrasts the shallow, one-sided act of “picking people’s brains” with the enriching experience of fostering reciprocal relationship
EP06: Things I Have Learned From Living and Working In France for the Past 20 Years
Building trust and thriving in France means embracing patience, cultivating meaningful relationships, and balancing confidence with humility. Drawing from 20 years of life in France, Jane Bertch shares insights and life lessons that show the unique cultural values shaping her experience.
Jane reflects on the deep investment required to build relationships, where trust and understanding take pre
EP05: 6 Tools to Create a Flourishing 2025
“Winter for me is never the end. It’s preparation for the beginning.” Jane Bertch offers a refreshing perspective on growth, as she draws inspiration from the quiet resilience of winter. For her, it’s not a season of endings but a time to reflect, recharge, and prepare for new opportunities.
In this episode, Jane shares her tools on personal development and transformation, and weaves in lessons
EP04: 4 Tips to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick
“Reinvention isn’t a one-time event. It’s a journey we take one step at a time, and we can take that journey whenever we choose.”
Joyeuses fêtes! With 2025 just around the corner, Jane Bertch invites us to embrace a kinder, more intentional approach to personal development and New Year’s resolutions. Wouldn’t it be better if resolutions felt inspiring rather than overwhelming? In this episode, J
EP 03: 8 Tips to Get Out of Your Idea Desert
“If you don’t know where you’re going, you cannot officially be lost.”
In this episode, Jane Bertch reflects on the art of idea generation and how to spark inspiration when you feel stuck. She shares her personal journey of reinvention and offers a renewed perspective on those moments of uncertainty we all face. What if not knowing your next step isn’t failure, but an opportunity to pause and re
EP 02: Your Ideas Are the Crystal Ball of Your Future
“I do firmly believe that ideas are a psychological view into the future.”
In this episode of GenerateHER, host Jane Bertch, a Chicago native now thriving in Paris, invites us to reflect on the power of ideas. Sharing her journey from corporate life to launching a cooking school in the City of Light, she reveals how even the smallest ideas can lead to personal transformation and reinvention.
EP 01: Welcome to GenerateHER
“Reinvention isn’t a one-time event. It’s a journey we take one step at a time, and we can take that journey whenever we choose. Let’s do it together.”
Bonjour, les amis! Welcome to GenerateHER! Host Jane Bertch opens the door to conversations about personal transformation and the unique challenges faced by women who mean business. She kicks things off with her journey from the corporate grind t
GenerateHER - Trailer
Welcome to GenerateHER, the podcast designed to reignite your energy and ambition straight from Paris. Join best-selling author and former corporate executive turned entrepreneur, Jane Bertch, as she shares inspiring insights, real-life stories, and transformative tools to help you unlock your hidden power.
In each episode, we’ll dive into the magic of embracing your unique strengths, tapping in
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