I Want Her Shoes Podcast
"I Want Her Shoes Podcast" is a show for women balancing careers and personal life, with a focus on fashion and style. It offers advice on dressing professionally at work, relaxing at home, and feeling confident anywhere. Each episode features a toast to success and conversations with inspiring women who share wardrobe tips for busy lifestyles. The podcast aims to help listeners refine their style and learn from successful women who have mastered dressing smartly.
Episodes
Who Gets Funded? Rewriting the Rules of Venture Capital
Laura has spent her career looking at entrepreneurship from almost every angle. Before launching Ascendo, she founded Endeavor Miami, the first U.S. affiliate of the global entrepreneurship organization, where the portfolio grew to 23 companies generating more than $250 million in revenue. Earlier in her career, Laura held leadership positions at Visa and developed deep experience across fintech,
Beautiful Things Are Never Built Alone
Over nearly two decades, Joanna has helped build and scale some of the most recognizable brands across technology, health, wellness, travel, and consumer products. She’s served as CMO of Spring Health, Skyscanner, ClassPass, and Reforge, worked across nine startups, led teams of more than 280 people, and helped scale global businesses reaching more than 110 million people each month.But after year
Fashion Crimes: Galliano, Chanel & Is Everything “Chic” Now?
One of the summer’s biggest stories was the announcement and subsequent cancellation of John Galliano: Horizons, the major Spring 2027 Costume Institute exhibition that would have celebrated Galliano’s extraordinary and complicated career.
Naturally, Anna and Ella have opinions. Was canceling the exhibition the right decision? Can we separate the art from the artist? And what would a Galliano-insp
The Art of Gathering
Together, Cynthia and Simon have built more than a remarkable venue.They've created a space where ideas are exchanged, relationships are formed, artists are celebrated, and community comes to life.
In this conversation, Anna explores what it takes to build meaningful experiences, lead as partners in business and life, and create environments that people remember long after they've left. Because gr
Bet on Yourself
But Melodie's entrepreneurial story began long before Max Retail. She skipped college, built a career in real estate as a teenager, lost everything during the housing crash, sold designer clothing out of a Sprinter van, opened her own boutique, and ultimately created the business she wished had existed when she was a retailer herself.
In this conversation, Anna and Melodie discuss resilience, rein
The Hidden Cost of Decision Fatigue
Originally from Paris and now based in Miami, Elsa believes a well-designed wardrobe isn't about owning more clothes—it's about creating systems that save time, reduce stress, and help you show up with confidence, wherever life takes you.
In this conversation, Anna and Elsa explore how personal style influences confidence, why decision fatigue often starts in our closets, and how thoughtful wardro
Innovation Begins With Imagination
Throughout her career, Leigh-Ann has worked at the intersection of technology, economic development, government, and social impact, helping leaders and organizations rethink what's possible. But beyond the impressive résumé is a simple belief: innovation begins with curiosity, courage, and the willingness to challenge the status quo.
In this conversation, Anna and Leighann explore what it means to
Special Edition: The Shoe Stories We’ll Never Forget
From entrepreneurship and leadership to healing, reinvention, confidence, and personal growth, these women reveal how a simple pair of shoes can become a symbol of resilience, purpose, identity, and the road they’ve traveled.
👠 Featured Guests
Svetlana Gafurova — Fashion’s Luxury Frontiers
Katherine Doble — Dressed to Engage
Dr. Mindy DeSeta — Let’s Talk About Sex, Power & Healing
Adriana Cow
Beyond the Scorecard: Redefining High Performance
For years, Marisa competed at the highest levels of sport, where discipline, focus, and resilience were non-negotiable. But as her career evolved, so did her understanding of performance. Today, she helps high achievers create what she calls a Personal Operating System — a framework for managing energy, focus, relationships, and leadership in a way that supports long-term success.
In this conversa
Performance, Pressure & The Power of Discipline
After spending a decade training elite collegiate athletes, Gabriella saw a gap no one was talking about. While athletes had structured plans for strength, speed, and recovery… their daily hygiene and skincare routines were completely overlooked — despite being directly impacted by intense training, sweat, and environment.
GamePlan was built to change that — not just as a product, but as a habit.
Special Edition: The Women Who Chose Manolos
From boardrooms to galleries, from entrepreneurship to style, these women share what Manolos represent to them — confidence, craftsmanship, individuality, and the courage to walk your own path.
Because at I Want Her Shoes, the shoes have never really been about fashion.
They’re about the stories behind the women who wear them.
👠 Featured Guests
Melisa Pegus — Unveiling the Strategy Behind Style
The Power of Belonging: Building Community in a Disconnected World
Founded as a high-touch membership platform for high-achieving mothers, Mysha was built around one core idea: women need more than networking — they need trusted connection, support, and spaces where they can truly feel seen.
Through curated experiences, thoughtful gatherings, and intentional relationship-building, Marika has created a community where founders, executives, creatives, and leaders c
Fashion Crimes: Cannes, Couture & The Identity Crisis of Fashion
But amidst all the noise, Anna and Ella explore a bigger question: Are women losing their personal style, or are they finally reclaiming it?
In this lively and unfiltered Fashion Crimes episode, they break down the best-dressed moments from Cannes, debate whether Resort collections make any sense anymore, discuss the current state of luxury fashion, and call out a few trends that may need to be re
Art, Reinvention & Building a Legacy Through Creativity
Established in 2009, Mindy Solomon Gallery has become one of Miami’s most respected contemporary galleries, representing emerging and mid-career artists across painting, sculpture, photography, and video. Known for championing diasporic voices and exploring the intersection of art and design, the gallery has become both a cultural platform and a creative community.
But behind the gallery is an eve
I Don’t Want This Version of Success Anymore
After more than 60 conversations with founders, executives, creatives, mothers, investors, healers, and entrepreneurs, Anna realized something surprising:
So many women are no longer chasing the version of success they once thought they wanted. Instead, they’re craving something softer. More intentional. More connected. More alive.
In this raw and honest episode, Anna opens up about spending 20 ye
Biohacking Beauty: Skin, Health & The Power of Going Within
Karina’s journey into skincare wasn’t driven by trends — it was driven by necessity. After years of struggling with inflammation, gut issues, and chronic skin conditions, she began exploring a deeper approach to healing. What she discovered was a gap: while so much of skincare focuses on the surface, very little addresses what’s happening beneath it.
So she built something different. Beautology La
Building While Becoming: Career, Motherhood & Starting Again
Stephanie Loewenstern’s story is one of duality — building a successful career while also stepping into one of the most unexpected and transformative chapters of her life: becoming a single mother.
RAHEL was born from that experience — a space designed to provide resources, community, and real support for women facing a version of motherhood that isn’t often talked about.
In this conversation, Ann
Clarity Over Chaos: AI, Power & Building What Actually Matters
In a world flooded with AI hype, Maribeth is known for one thing: clarity.
Through her platform The Strategy Signal, she helps executives, founders, and leaders move from signal → strategy → growth, focusing not on trends for the sake of trends, but on what actually creates impact.
In this episode, Anna and Maribeth break down what’s really happening in AI, how to think strategically about data, a
Fashion Crimes Are Back
From viral rumors to real industry shifts, they break down the difference between noise and what actually matters.
Because fashion isn’t just about what we wear. It’s about culture, identity, and the signals brands are sending — whether they mean to or not.
In this episode, Anna and Ella unpack the recent internet frenzy around Chanel (including the Matthew Blazy rumor that turned out to be an Apr
Mind, Mood & Manifestation: Resetting Your Mental Health
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed by your emotions, or unsure why you react the way you do… this episode is for you.
Because what if the goal isn’t to control your emotions — but to understand them?
In this conversation, Anna and Sammi explore how identity is built, not fixed, why so many of our adult behaviors are rooted in childhood survival strategies, and how awarenes
The Method Behind Great Style
Over the past two decades, Amy Salinger has worked across editorial fashion, television, and private styling, helping celebrities, retailers, and everyday women discover their most confident selves through clothing.
But Amy’s mission goes beyond fashion.
After years in the glossy world of television and photo shoots, she noticed a disconnect between magazine fashion and real-life dressing. That re
Protecting Ideas, Protecting Wildlife & Protecting Your Power
From trademark strategy and copyright protection to licensing and business agreements, Yvette H. Ayala works behind the scenes helping businesses protect their most valuable assets.
But her story doesn’t stop in the legal world.
Born and raised in Miami to immigrant parents, Yvette built a successful legal career while nurturing a lifelong passion for animals. In 2018, after witnessing the realiti
Power, Property & Playing the Long Game
Host Anna Anisin sits down with Natasha Falconi, Founder and President of Falconi Capital, a South Florida-based real estate investment firm specializing in value-add multifamily properties. With experience as an accountant at a top-three firm, Chair of a bank, property manager, and investor with her own capital in every deal, Natasha understands real estate from every angle.
Her passion? Revitali
Belonging Everywhere & Nowhere: Identity, Diaspora & the Art of Reinvention
A 4th-generation Indian shaped by migration from India to East Africa, to the UK, the U.S., nearly a decade in Asia, and back again, Padmini carries generations of movement in her bones. Her work is a collection of love letters to life — reflections on belonging, generational shifts, identity, heartbreak, ambition, and the quiet courage it takes to keep evolving.
In this episode, Anna and Padmini
The Glow Within: Natural Beauty, NOtox & Reclaiming Radiance
Adi Kaplan is known for her “NOtox” approach — a refreshing, empowering philosophy that embraces well-aging through ritual, not restriction.
From facial reflexology and cupping to buccal massage and gua sha, Adi’s treatments are rooted in deep care and intention. She believes the face is a map of the body, and through her bespoke methods, she helps women feel more radiant, grounded, and seen.
In t
0 to 60: Friendship, Pleasure & the Glow-Up After the Storm
In this special anniversary edition, Anna and Nicole go deep on what it really means to glow up after the storm. From navigating surgery and sensuality to sex toys, sisterhood, and shedding old selves — nothing is off limits.
They talk orgasms, wellness rituals, emotional recovery, and the sacred role of female friendships as new kinds of relationships. The ones that hold space for your transfor
Breasts, Beauty & Body Sovereignty: A Conversation About Plastic Surgery & Self-Love
Known for her individualized, natural-looking results and deep empathy for her patients, Dr. Rotemberg brings decades of experience — and a philosophy rooted in balance, beauty, and personal choice.
This episode is special. Not only because Dr. Rotemberg is one of the most trusted hands in her field — but because Anna recently had her own breast explant and lift procedure done by her. What unfolds
Style, Substance & Showing Up: Dressing for the Life You’re Building
For Paola, style isn’t about trends or shopping — it’s about radical self-recognition and choosing yourself in the mirror every single day.From her Closet Detox method to her signature jeans parties, Paola helps women turn their wardrobes into a mindset tool — not a source of stress. In this episode, she and Anna go deep on how what we wear reflects how we speak to ourselves, and how real visibili
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THE BIG-[D]IVORCE - The Conversation No One Wants to Have
With over four decades of experience — including helping shape New York’s equitable distribution laws — Denise Rappaport Isaacs brings compassion, clarity, and strategy to what can otherwise feel like chaos. Together, she and Anna (who’s walking through her own divorce) open up the conversation so many avoid: how to protect your peace, your assets, and your power… without losing your mind or yours
Inner Divinity, Realignment & Rising Again: When Your Second Act Is a Spiritual Rebirth
Once living what looked like the dream — married young, raising two daughters, and running successful fashion boutiques — Ida’s world came crashing down when her husband passed away from cancer at just 35. Left widowed and soul-shattered, she began a journey of deep spiritual healing, self-reclamation, and radical transformation.Today, she’s a Reiki and Integrated Energy Therapy Master, creator of
Whispered Truths & Mama Strength
In this powerful conversation, Nicole and Anna talk about what happens behind closed doors — the whispered truths, the identity shifts, the beauty, and the chaos of modern motherhood. From postpartum to parenting to finding your voice in the noise, Nicole brings her signature blend of honesty, heart, and humor.Whether you’re deep in the motherhood trenches or navigating your own version of reinven
Sip, Glow, Repeat: Reimagining Radiance
From Broadway stages to Wall Street boardrooms, Janice’s story is a masterclass in reinvention, discipline, and staying rooted in joy.Whether she’s launching wellness brands, leading mindful movement, or formulating the next beauty breakthrough, Janice brings soul, science, and sparkle to everything she touches.👠 Key Moments:From hedge funds to functional beverages — Janice’s non-linear path to en
Power, Platforms & Playing to Win: Scaling Brands with Heart
With over two decades of experience growing Fortune 100 brands, launching startups, and leading high-performing teams across media, tech, and consumer goods, Angela Solk brings serious business and soul to this conversation.👠 Key Moments:How Angela scaled brands like P&G, Calvin Klein, and Spotify to global successHer approach to spotting “white space” opportunities and scaling with integrityBalan
Fit, Fashion & Fearless Vision: Designing for the Faces the Industry Forgot
Host Anna Anisin is joined by the incredibly driven and design-obsessed Kari Dowiak — founder of Memorí Eyewear, the only luxury sunglasses brand dedicated to small face shapes. If you’ve ever struggled to find shades that actually fit, this is your episode.After a career in fashion buying and working with brands like Adidas and Levi’s, Kari set out to disrupt an industry ruled by giants — and did
Fuel, Focus & Fierce Energy: Your 2026 Fitness & Nutrition Reset
Host Anna Anisin is joined once again by the radiant Sandra “Sunny” Njoku — fitness coach, motivator, and returning guest from Episode 26 — to share fresh fitness and nutrition tips for the new year.From resetting routines to nourishing with intention, this episode is your reminder that strength is personal and movement is a form of self-respect. Whether you’re getting back into your flow or ready
Telling Stories That Stick: Building a Brand with Love 🩷
From newsrooms to boardrooms, Katie’s journey is filled with lessons on leadership, personal power, and why you don’t need to tone it down to level up. From managing campaigns for Real Housewives to scaling her own agency while navigating motherhood and NICU life — Katie shows us what it means to be relentless, resourceful, and real in an industry that’s always evolving.This is not just a story of
Wrapped in Luxury: Gifting Trends That Sparkle & Speak
Host Anna Anisin is joined by returning guest Svetlana Gafurova, founder of Matilda and Moon, and the powerhouse from Episode 8: Fashion’s Luxury Frontiers. This time, she’s back to talk 2025 luxury gifting trends — just in time for the holidays and Anna’s birthday.From timeless treasures to intentional presentation, this episode dives into what makes a gift truly unforgettable — and how to give w
Redefining Connection, Currency & Confidence
After a decade in New York as a fashion buyer for Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, and Barneys New York, Emily traded Perry Street for Brickell and found herself in a new city, a new career, and a remote lifestyle that felt anything but connected. So instead of waiting to “find her people,” she built an ecosystem for women who wanted more — more depth, more alignment, more opportunity, and mor
How to Avoid Holiday Shipping Nightmares + Gifting Furniture
Whether you’re gifting a statement piece, curating your own dream space, or just want to avoid delivery chaos — this episode is your guide to gifting with elegance (and logistics) in mind.👠 Key Moments:Why furniture and large-scale pieces are the new wave in luxury giftingBrooke’s best advice to avoid holiday shipping delays (and mistakes!)What to consider before gifting furniture — from timing to
Styling Confidence with Vision & Edge
With a career that spans editorial styling for Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and GQ, backstage direction at New York Fashion Week for designers like Marc Jacobs and Oscar de la Renta, and personal styling for professionals and public figures alike — Samantha brings both edge and empathy to the way she helps people show up in their power.Anna and Samantha talk about the evolution of personal style, the b
Holiday Fashion Crimes: What to Wear (and What to Retire)
From glitter gone wrong to last-minute looks that actually work, Anna and Ella are unpacking the fashion dos, don’ts, and absolutely nots of the season. If you’ve ever stared at your closet before a party and thought “I have nothing to wear” (while surrounded by way too many sequins)… this one’s for you.👠 Key Moments:What holiday fashion trends are in this year — and how to actually wear themThe m
Power Shoes & Purpose Moves
With over 20 years of experience bridging brand, data, and technology across both agency and client worlds, Sandra brings a rare blend of intuition and insight to the way modern business is built. Whether she’s scaling teams, launching mentorship cohorts, or guiding executives through cultural change, her impact is both strategic and deeply personal.Sandra’s story is one of reinvention, resilience
Holiday Beauty, Bold Looks & Confidence That Glows
Host Anna Anisin is joined once again by the radiant Fatima Rosa — beauty expert, content creator, and returning guest — to talk about holiday beauty trends that actually work in real life. From subtle glam to bold statement looks, this episode is your go-to guide for owning your glow this season.👠 Key Moments:The beauty trends Fatima is loving for the holidaysWhat’s out this season (goodbye, hea
Building Real Connection Through Leadership & Intention
With a background that spans competitive sports, international relations, PR, and now tech entrepreneurship, Ashley has always been driven by one core value: meaningful connection. Whether she’s leading her team, raising her children, or building new pathways for digital wellness, Ashley brings clarity, compassion, and conviction to everything she touches.Anna and Ashley dive into what it takes to
Don’t Be That Guest: Modern Etiquette for Stylish Women
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, joining a group gathering, or just trying to make the right exit without making it awkward — this episode is your go-to guide.👠 Key Moments:What to do before you show up (especially in group settings)How to contribute thoughtfully if you’re not the hostWhat not to do at the table (no side-eyeing the bill, y’all!)How to leave gracefully — without ghosting or o
Stuborn As F❤️ck
Adriana’s journey is anything but conventional — she’s survived life-threatening illness, devastating heartbreak, and the kind of identity loss that can unravel everything you thought you were. But through it all, she rebuilt — with wit, wisdom, and her signature stubborn streak fully intact.This conversation is a masterclass in rising through rock bottom and rewriting the rules on womanhood, well
Episode 39 - Made to Measure
Crafting Confidence Through Custom Style with Genavieve Paige VillarHer journey is one of grit and grace — from navigating the challenges of COVID to balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood, Genavieve has turned every obstacle into an opportunity for reinvention. Today, she continues to design with purpose, helping women feel confident, beautiful, and seen through one-of-a-kind pieces that tell
Episode 38 - Designing Your Next Chapter & Midlife Transitions
After decades advising over 200 founders and executives, Ana noticed a pattern: leaders bring structure, strategy, and purpose to their businesses — but rarely to their personal lives. Through her work with FiftyPages, she helps high-achieving women explore what’s next, define what matters now, and move forward with the same clarity they’ve used to build companies — this time, to build lives.Her s
Episode 37 - Designing Whats Next with Intention and Style
With a background that spans clinical psychology, global coaching, and venture advisory, Dr. B is redefining what high performance looks like in the startup and tech ecosystem. At Techstars, All Raise, and beyond, she has coached founders, executives, and investors through moments of peak pressure and personal transition — always bringing strategy, science, and soul to the table.At CoachEra®, she
Episode 36 - Building Power, Beauty & Businesses That Scale
In this high-impact episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with the brilliant and bold Divya Gugnani — serial entrepreneur, investor, beauty industry disruptor, and the woman behind multiple exits and iconic brands.Divya’s story is the ultimate blend of strategy, style, and stamina. From starting her career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs to founding and scaling Sen
Episode 35 - Fashion Crimes at Paris Fashion Week
In this bold new episode of the I Want Her Shoes podcast, host Anna Anisin introduces a brand-new monthly segment: Fashion Crimes with Ella — a space to unpack the drama, emotion, and cultural pulse behind fashion’s biggest moments.
This month, we’re diving straight into Paris Fashion Week, where Chanel’s latest collection left Ella in literal tears — and not in a good way. From emotionally charg
Episode 34 - Steps with Purpose & the Power of Giving Back with Shoes for a Cure Miami
In this empowering episode of the I Want Her Shoes podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Martica Mirabal, a true icon in the luxury retail world with over 23 years of experience at top fashion houses including Gucci, Prada, Saint Laurent, and Valentino.
From Sales Associate to Regional Director, Martica has lived every chapter of the retail journey — and now, through her consultancy LuxeRRC, s
Episode 33 - Career Clarity, True Belonging & Leading with Alignment
In this heartfelt and powerful episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Rhapsodi Pierre-Jacques — certified career transition coach, leadership development consultant, and founder of HerKind, a curated membership community for high-achieving Black women seeking deeper connection in fast-paced cities.
With a background in organizational psychology and over 15 years of e
Episode 32 - Styled, Seen & Supported
In this joyful and intimate episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with best friends Samantha and Steven — a dynamic duo who bring the magic of friendship and fashion to life.
Steven isn’t just Samantha’s stylist — he’s her confidant, her mirror, and her partner in bold self-expression. Together, they open up about what it’s really like to work with a stylist, how it resh
Episode 31 - Bold Impact, Bold Style, Rebecca Fishman Lipsey’s Vision for Miami
In this vibrant episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Rebecca Fishman Lipsey — changemaker, equity champion, and President & CEO of The Miami Foundation — to explore what it takes to lead with purpose in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
From classrooms to boardrooms, Rebecca’s career has been a masterclass in civic impact. Under her leadership, The Miami Foun
Episode 30 - Curiosity, Care & The Future of Women’s Health
In this powerful episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Kerstin Recker Alexandre — global strategist, brand builder, and CEO & Co-Founder of Peli Health, a digital platform revolutionizing pelvic and sexual wellness for women.
With a career spanning AI, media, nonprofit work, and health tech, Kerstin has always led with fearless curiosity and a commitment to impact.
Episode 29 - Wander, Wonder, and Come Home to Yourself
In this powerful episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Sylvia Sulkes — global brand leader, luxury travel curator, and founder of Sol Kiss Escapes, a boutique travel design studio redefining what it means to get away.
After 20 years in global marketing and hospitality, Sylvia traded hustle for healing — and began curating soulful escapes for high-achieving women see
Episode - 28 Performance, Purpose & Pivoting With Grace
In this powerful episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Kelly Dolyniuk — transformational coach, strategic advisor, speaker, and former executive at Microsoft and LinkedIn.
After decades building global teams and culture at the highest levels of tech, Kelly made the bold decision to step away from the grind and step into deeper alignment — creating a practice that he
Episode 27 - Let’s Talk About Sex, Power & Healing
In this powerful episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Dr. Mindy DeSeta — Doctor of Human Sexuality, board-certified sex therapist, licensed mental health counselor, and founder of Insight Counseling Center Miami.
Dr. Mindy’s work is all about rewriting the narrative around sexual wellness — helping women (and couples) move past shame, disconnection, and outdated sc
Episode 26 - Reclaiming Strength: Motherhood, Movement & Starting Over
In this episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with the powerhouse behind Miami Mami® — Sandra Njoku. A former corporate tech exec turned maternal wellness advocate, Sandra's story is one of bold reinvention, radical strength, and purpose-led leadership.
From securing sensitive data in international banks to securing confidence in postpartum women, Sandra’s path proves that mothe
Episode 25 - Rewriting the Script: Technology, Transformation & the Human Operating System
In this deeply informative episode of the I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Florence Shaffer — global innovation leader, human performance expert, and founder of Becoming, a concierge service that helps people reset their lives at the core.
Florence has spent over 20 years building future-forward experiences at the intersection of luxury, tech, and humanity — with career st
Episode 24 - Unstoppable: Leading with Grit, Grace & Great Style
In this powerful episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Victoria Pelletier — corporate trailblazer, award-winning speaker, author, and unapologetically unstoppable leader. From surviving trauma to becoming a COO at 24, Victoria’s story is one of grit, grace, and reinvention. She’s built an extraordinary career leading major transformations at companies like IBM and Am
Episode 23 - In Her Footsteps: Legacy, Leadership & the Shoes That Carried Them | Part Two
Nine more bold women share their stories, one pair of heels at a time. In Episode 23 of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, we continue our journey through standout moments from our guests—each one bringing her own brand of brilliance and one very special pair of shoes.
These Miami-based leaders, creatives, and changemakers remind us that no two paths are alike, even if the heels are fire.
💬 Guests + Lesso
Episode 22 - Legacy, Leverage & Life Transitions
Legacy, Leverage & Life Transitions: Brooke Sharpton on Building Wealth with Heart. In this inspiring episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with Brooke Sharpton—a seasoned financial expert and trusted wealth advocate for entrepreneurs, women in transition, and Black wealth builders across the country.
Brooke brings a fresh and deeply personal perspective to private banking, ble
Episode 21 - In Her Footsteps: Lessons From Every Pair of Shoes | Part One
From kitchen couture to investment power suits—8 unforgettable women, 8 incredible pairs of shoes. In Episode 21 of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin reflects on the first eight guests to grace the mic—seven of them are Miami-based women who brought heart, hustle, and of course, unforgettable footwear.
Each woman was asked to bring a pair of shoes with a story—and the results were iconic.
Episode 20 - The Namaste Club
In this episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, we're diving into the glittery, gritty, and gloriously chaotic world of Asha Elias—author, columnist, mother, and reluctant socialite. With her signature wit and unapologetic voice, Asha joins Anna for a raw and fabulous conversation about writing her second book The Namaste Club, navigating motherhood in Miami, and the blurred lines between truth and f
Episode 19 - Counting More Than Coins
In this episode, Anna sits down with Sarah—CPA, cat lover, and community builder—to explore the unexpected paths that numbers can lead us down. From trading New York grit for Miami sunshine to balancing corporate goals with personal fulfillment, Sarah opens up about the moments that shaped her career and the causes that keep her grounded. Whether she’s navigating SEC reporting or volunteering at a
Episode 18 - Dressed to Engage
In this powerhouse episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with Katherine Doble — CEO and founder of INGAGE, a marketing and public affairs firm that helps complex industries like law, finance, government, and higher education find their voice and connect with purpose.
With a rare blend of analytical sharpness and personal warmth, Katherine shares how she built a firm that turns f
Episode 17 - More Than Metrics
In this strategy-packed episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with Virginia Laird Rojo, a powerhouse marketing leader who’s helping brands rewrite the playbook for how agencies and internal teams work together — with fewer resources, tighter budgets, and more demand than ever.
As brands face rising expectations and limited bandwidth, Virginia steps in with a bold but balanced ap
Episode 16 - Wear Your Story
In this vibrant follow-up to Episode 1 (still the most-downloaded episode to date!), host Anna Anisin welcomes back Chef Nicole Votano — longtime friend, culinary creative, and the original I Want Her Shoes guest — for an unfiltered, fashion-filled conversation that’s equal parts laughter, luxury, and life updates.
From outfit changes in a NYC restroom to a private visit at the Louis Vuitton Café
Episode 15 - Redefining Wealth
In this inspiring episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin steps into the world of high finance with Rhonda Singer, Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Private Bank and one of the few women to break through the trading floor ranks in the early days of her career.
With nearly three decades of experience in capital markets and wealth management, Rhonda has helped shape the financial futures of som
Episode 14 - Stepping Forward
On this episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with the unstoppable Meg Daly, the visionary founder of The Underline — a transformative urban trail and public park reshaping how Miami moves, gathers, and grows. From her roots in marketing and entrepreneurship to building one of Miami’s most impactful civic projects, Meg shares how purpose, resilience, and style fuel her mission.
Episode 13 - Vibrant Visions
In this colorful episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin invites you into the world of Diana Contreras — the Peruvian-born, Miami-raised artist whose murals, canvases, and hand-painted shoes burst with color, confidence, and fierce femininity.
Known for her signature portraits of strong, whimsical women, Diana’s work blends classical painting with the bold energy of street art. From the stre
Episode 12 - Socially Stylish
Welcome back to the "I Want Her Shoes Podcast," where your host Anna, had a chance to step into the vibrant world of digital marketing with Courtney Spritzer, the co-founder and visionary behind Socialfly and Entreprenista Media.
Courtney stands at the forefront of innovation and strategy, shaping how brands connect in the digital age. From pioneering Socialfly to penning essential guides on soci
Episode 11 - Style in Connections
Welcome back to the 'I Want Her Shoes' podcast! Today, we’re stepping into the world of strategic networking and human connection with Nicole Vasquez, the Co-Founder of MBD Partners and The Activator Network. Nicole is a master at building authentic, high-impact relationships, training professional advisors, and leading private gatherings that create transformational opportunities for executives a
Episode 10 - Coachella First-Timer, Fashion Realities, and the Latest Style News
In this lively solo episode, Anna takes us along for her first-ever Coachella experience—a true bucket list moment 20 years in the making! From cowboy boots that survived four-mile treks to the surprising "lack of fashion" on festival grounds, Anna gives us the real behind-the-scenes of Coachella style today versus what she expected. She also dishes on her three perfectly curated outfits and share
Episode 9 - Stylishly Securing
Welcome to another episode of "I Want Her Shoes Podcast"! Today, we're excited to introduce Ella Muradyan, a powerhouse in the world of financial compliance. As a certified financial crimes specialist for global banks, Her Ella brings an in-depth understanding of anti-money laundering, fraud, bribery, and corruption.
Off the clock, she's a dedicated mom to a 4-year-old aspiring model and is ma
Episode 8 - Fashion's Luxury Frontiers
Dive into the glamorous and complex world of luxury retail with Svetlana Gafurova on Episode 6 of "I Want Her Shoes Podcast," where fashion and function converge in insightful conversations. From her early experiences with limited fashion choices in the USSR to her influential role at Bottega Veneta, Svetlana shares her journey through the evolving landscapes of style and sophistication.
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Episode 7 - Eco-Elegance
Welcome back to 'I Want Her Shoes Podcast. Today, we’re thrilled to step into the sustainable yet chic world of fashion with Cynthia Lau, the visionary founder behind Casa Lily. This episode unveils how Cynthia’s journey from a fashion-enthused child in diverse cultures to an innovative entrepreneur is reshaping our approach to what we wear.
Join us as we dive into how Casa Lily's commitment to s
Episode 6 - Keeping the Clothes Outside
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