Smart Women Talking
Women are leaders - Whether leading a company, a community, a campaign, a household, or all of the above, women are navigating things nobody's no one is talking about. Smart Women Talking is where these conversations happen out loud. This is your invitation to the table.
The second-guessing. The decisions that keep you up at night. The rules you never agreed to but somehow keep following anyway.
We’re done with surface-level. Smart Women Talking brings you the topics women are genuinely wrestling with and guests who speak to them honestly, directly, and without the performance. Every episode is a real conversation with a real perspective and at least one idea you can take and run with.
No fluff. No performance. Just smart women talking about what actually matters.
Women are leaders - Whether leading a company, a community, a campaign, a household, or all of the above, women are navigating things nobody's no one is talking about. Smart Women Talking is where these conversations happen out loud. This is your invitation to the table.
The second-guessing. The decisions that keep you up at night. The rules you never agreed to but somehow keep following anyway.
We’re done with surface-level. Smart Women Talking brings you the topics women are genuinely wrestling with and guests who speak to them honestly, directly, and without the performance. Every episode is a real conversation with a real perspective and at least one idea you can take and run with.
No fluff. No performance. Just smart women talking about what actually matters.
Episodes

Jul 9, 2024
Jul 9, 2024
34 min
In this enlightening episode of "Smart Women Talking," join us as we delve into the everyday challenges of juggling work, family, and self-care in today’s nonstop world. We tackle the hefty societal expectations that often place women at the forefront as primary caregivers, all while managing their professional lives, and we discuss how this dual burden can significantly elevate stress levels.
Throughout our conversation, we share effective strategies to help manage these pressures. We talk about the importance of creating structured routines that enhance productivity without compromising personal time, fostering open communication within the family, and planning transitions carefully to reduce stress. But our discussion doesn't just focus on coping mechanisms; we also reveal our personal self-care rituals that keep us centered—whether it’s through meditation, journaling, or engaging in activities that soothe the soul.
Join us as we explore the reality of striving for harmony in a chaotic world, and discover actionable tips that can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Jul 9, 2024
34 min

Jul 2, 2024
S1 E2: Finding Joy and Why Its So Important
Jul 2, 2024
Jul 2, 2024
29 min
Today's Smart Women Talking conversation explores the importance of joy and happiness in our lives and how to intentionally cultivate more of it. Barbara and Polly share their personal experiences and lessons from a retreat in Costa Rica that helped them shift their perspectives on joy and fun.
You will discover the power of micro acts of joy and the impact it can have on emotional well-being.
Learn how to prioritize being intentional about finding joy in everyday life and creating space for it.
We encourage listeners to share what brings you joy on social media using the hashtag #SWT. We love having you be part of the conversation because your wisdom lifts others.
If you are interested in connecting with Teresa Thomas of 50 Fun Things and learning about her programs, you can click the link to be taken directly to her website.
Til next week,
Polly and Barbara
Jul 2, 2024
29 min

Jun 25, 2024
S1, E1: The Premiere of Smart Women Talking
Jun 25, 2024
Jun 25, 2024
5 min
Welcome to the Season 1 of "Smart Women Talking," the podcast where no topic is too hot to handle, and no wisdom too sacred to share. Join hosts Polly Meyer and Barbara Zuleger as they tear down the facades and get real about living, working, and thriving in today's whirlwind world. From climbing the corporate ladder to juggling diapers and deadlines—everything's on the table.
Tune in for unfiltered conversations with women —each bringing a trunk full of rich, multi-generational wisdom. We’re talking the nitty-gritty of professional life, the chaos and charm of family, the often overlooked joys that buzz beneath our breakneck days, and yes, even those secret sauces that make women so darn effective at what they do.
"Smart Women Talking" isn’t just about swapping stories—it’s about forging connections, listening earnestly, and evolving. As seasoned coaches, we don’t shy away from the tough talks that forge steel spines and soft hearts. We’re here to tackle the pervasive sense of isolation that haunts even the most connected among us, knitting together a community, thread by thoughtful thread.
Each episode arms you with actionable insights and tools for personal and professional triumph. And gentlemen, don’t wander off—there’s gold in here for you too.
Dive into the dialogue—leave comments, lob questions, share your sparks. Your insights fuel our fires and will find their spotlight in future episodes.
Subscribe to "Smart Women Talking" now. It’s where women’s wisdom doesn’t just whisper; it speaks boldly and unapologetically. Catch you on the airwaves!"
Jun 25, 2024
5 min

Women's Wisdom Unfiltered
From boardroom battles to raising families in the modern world we bring you unfiltered wisdom from women who've lived it all.
No topic is off-limits.
Every conversation is a treasure trove of insights, experiences, and heartfelt stories.
Join us! Barbara Zuleger & Polly Meyer








