Leading Ladies

The overachiever spiral Here’s the story of the spiral: Step 1. Because we’re trying to be perfect, never disappoint, and do all the things for all the people in our lives – we feel anxious, busy and wish there were four of us to get everything done. Step 2. When the expectations we have for […]

Meditation & community Have you ever been so stressed that you didn’t realize there was a problem until you took a deep breath and felt a tingling sensation throughout your body? ⁣ This is usually what happens: ⁣ We experience or witness a stressful event⁣ We feel tense, anxious, or overwhelmed⁣ Our breathing becomes shallow […]

Creating connection and building communities around the dinner table. This week I’m celebrating community leaders, creatives, and business owners. And I’m kicking it off with Tanorria Askew. ⁣ Listen HERE. ⁣In this week’s episode we talk about her career in corporate America, taking a leap of faith to audition for Master Chef Season 7 … […]

Don’t cut your own bangs episode 31. In this conversation Erin and I continue exploring the themes of perfection, permission, and procrastination and how they all relate to confidence. Enjoy! Danielle Ireland:Hello! Hello! You are listening to season three of Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs. And I’m Daniel Ireland, your host and also your guest. […]

Don’t cut your own bangs episode 30. A conversation with Erin Fischer – Part 1. Danielle Ireland: Hello, this is Danielle Ireland and you are listening to Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs. And we have a really special treat for you today. We’re kind of breaking the rules this episode featuring Erin Fischer. I got […]

Don’t Cut your own bangs episode 29 Danielle: Hey this is Danielle Ireland, and you are listening to Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs. You’re about to jump into the second part of our conversation with Lisa Graft. I don’t want to keep you in suspense. I know you’re ready for more because the first half […]

Don’t Cut your own bangs episode 28 This is episode 28 of Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs, with Danielle Ireland. Lisa Graft created the blog I Am Mother of The Year. Now, this is one of those guests that I had never met before we recorded a podcast together, and I just want this to […]

TV marketing to Goat Yoga & Philanthropy Where do baby goats, farmer’s markets, and fighting food scarcity in Indianapolis meet? One woman —> Erin Peckinpaugh. Erin, is bravery personified. Upon reflection, it’s clear that she trusted an internal knowingness that her career path needed to change in a major way- AND she didn’t gloss over […]

Exciting New Updates. Plus – THE BEST Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs moment, EVER! Starting February 4th, I will be releasing a Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs episode every other week! This change is about growth and challenging myself to make more time for the things I love, like podcasting! I’m so excited to take […]

Flipping the Script & Cultivating Excellence. Have you ever been enjoying a meal so much that you’re equal parts shocked & devastated, when you look down and realize there’s no more left??? Well, when it comes to this season of Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs, there’s always enough for seconds. The conversation continues, with Erin […]

Flipping the Script & Cultivating Excellence. We all need people in our lives to tell us, “Get out of the way and let me help you.” Erin Fischer is one of those people. In her own words, “She is a woman on a mission to help teams and individuals excel at what they do.” Her […]

Motherhood, Mayhem, & Making it Happen. This week’s episode is for anyone who feels like they’re living life in the eye of a storm. Blogger, speaker, and storyteller Lisa Graft goes deep into her journey as a business woman, wife, and mother. How she manages her mess, values connection with the people around her, and […]

Facing fear & Taking a leap of faith. It’s easier to be brave or vulnerable when we we’re reflecting on past experiences versus sharing what’s happening in real time. In this episode with Jacqueline Martinez, we explore past bumps and bruises, what she’s working on in the moment, and what she’s learned along the way.  […]

Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs Episode 25 Danielle: Just a friendly reminder that these are conversations intended for adults, and there is the potential from time to time, for the conversation to lean into adult subject matter or adult language. Danielle: Hey, You’re listening to, Don’t Cut your Own Bangs, season three. With me, Danielle […]

Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs Episode 24 Danielle: Hello, this is Danielle Ireland and you are listening to Don’t Cut Your Own Bangs, season three, featuring an incredible guest, Amy Waninger. Amy has such a grounded presence that really makes you want to lean in and listen. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience, […]