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The Hats Podcast

The Hats Podcast

Kerri & Melissa 210 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

The Hats Podcast is for anyone who wears many hats - mom, friend, business owner, athlete, sister, traveler, fashionista, doctor, etc. - and wants tips on how to balance their hats with style and grace! This show offers listeners personal stories from hosts Melissa Dumaz, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and Kerri Harper-Howie, an attorney and business owner, as well as tips for how they balance the many hats they wear. Join Melissa and Kerri for a fun and funny few minutes and learn a little something along the way!

Episodes

220: The Book Publishing Hat with Brooke-Sidney Harbour
220: The Book Publishing Hat with Brooke-Sidney Harbour Oct 14, 2026 42:06 Writing the first draft is only the beginning. How do you turn those words into a polished book that connects with the right audience, strengthens your brand, and creates a lasting legacy? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie welcome author, attorney, journalist, editor, and book development expert Brooke-Sidney Harbour to discuss The Book Publishing Hat. Brook
219: The Author Hat
219: The Author Hat Oct 8, 2026 44:30 Do you have a story inside you but keep wondering whether it is worth sharing or where you would even begin? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie put on The Author Hat and share the personal journeys behind writing and publishing their books. Melissa explains how a 30-day relationship challenge that began on her blog eventually became The Love Challenge: 30 Day
218: The Delegation Hat
218: The Delegation Hat Sep 30, 2026 37:59 What if doing everything yourself is the very thing keeping you from growing? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie put on the Delegation Hat and explore why learning to share responsibility is an essential part of becoming an effective leader. Kerri explains that delegation is not simply about taking work off your plate. When done well, it creates a mutually be
217: The Branding Hat with Kinley Croton LaGrange
217: The Branding Hat with Kinley Croton LaGrange Sep 23, 2026 43:15 What makes a brand memorable—and how can you build one without losing your authentic voice? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie welcome branding and marketing expert Kinley Croton LaGrange for a thoughtful conversation about personal and professional branding. Kinley explains that branding is much more than a logo, color palette, or social media aesthetic. It
216: The Side Hustle Hat with Kim Prepetit
216: The Side Hustle Hat with Kim Prepetit Sep 16, 2026 44:01 Can you build a profitable side hustle without leaving your nine-to-five? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie welcome multifaceted entrepreneur and business professional Kim Prepetit for a practical conversation about wearing The Side Hustle Hat. For more than a decade, Kim has balanced her career, family, and several side business ventures. In this episode, s
215: The Hiring Hat
215: The Hiring Hat Sep 10, 2026 52:38 What does it take to hire the right people for your growing business? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie put on The Hiring Hat and explore one of the biggest steps in growing a business: building a team you can trust. Drawing from Kerri's experience as an employment attorney and franchise business owner, she shares what she looks for beyond a résumé, how she
214: Board of Directors Hat with Tamala Lewis
214: Board of Directors Hat with Tamala Lewis Sep 2, 2026 43:30 Serving on a board of directors is a significant way to level up any career. But, knowing how to get there can be a big challenge.   In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie welcome Tamala Lewis, Senior Director of Community Affairs for AEG's Dignity Health Sports Park, for an insightful conversation about serving on a board of directors. Drawing from her experienc
213: The AI Hat with Khalel Dumaz
213: The AI Hat with Khalel Dumaz Aug 26, 2026 47:00 What if AI could help you work smarter, build faster, and bring your ideas to life without taking away the creativity and experience only you can bring? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie put on The AI Hat and welcome AI founder and entrepreneur Khalel Dumaz for a conversation about artificial intelligence, what it can actually do, where people get it wrong,
212: The Audacity Hat
212: The Audacity Hat Aug 19, 2026 27:38 What could change in your life if you had the audacity to believe you belong in the room, ask for what you want, and go after the opportunities calling you? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie put on The Audacity Hat for a candid conversation about what it means to show up unapologetically and believe in yourself enough to make boss moves. Melissa and Kerri re
211: The Negotiation Hat
211: The Negotiation Hat Aug 12, 2026 38:41 What if the biggest thing standing between you and your next opportunity isn't your qualifications but your willingness to ask? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie put on The Negotiation Hat to explore one of the most valuable skills every leader, entrepreneur, and professional can develop. From negotiating salaries and business opportunities to advocating for
210: The Diversification Hat
210: The Diversification Hat Aug 5, 2026 42:17 What if the key to building a successful business isn't doing more of the same—but having the courage to grow in new directions? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie put on The Diversification Hat and welcome entrepreneur Danielle Spangler for a conversation about expanding your opportunities while staying true to who you are. From building a boutique fitness s
209: The Succession Hat
209: The Succession Hat Jul 29, 2026 42:01 What happens to everything you've built when it's time for someone else to take the lead? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie explore The Succession Hat and why succession planning is about far more than replacing a leader. It's about protecting your vision, preserving your values, and preparing the next generation for long-term success. Drawing from Kerri's e

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