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leaders x design

White Horse Media Group

Leaders x design is a podcast that highlights and empowers women, non-binary, trans, and all those who are gender non-conforming within the broader design, community relations, engineering, and marketing communities who are doing incredible things. We want to share the stories of these badasses, and how their passion for their pursuits motivates them to push themselves to the limit. Join Allie Umansky and Krista Serianni every week as they interview amazing people who are not afraid to go above

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056: A Moment in Time

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2022/02/18

This is the monthly episode where Krista and Allie talk about something that is bothering them. This week they talk about specifically difficult projects for them and how they got through them. Tune in to see what each project was and what was used to push them forward (spoiler, Krista talks about food and drink).

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60:43

055: Empowered Empath

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2022/02/11

In this episode, we talked to Margo Craige, an intuitive illustrator, graphic designer, and medium. She’s also an old friend of ours, so we were extra excited to chat with her! We discuss the importance of being open to the universe’s guidance and trusting your gut, dive into what a “jawn” is (if you know you know), and the impact that taking the leap of doing what you love has on your life and how you live it. Whether you believe in it or not, we don’t give a shit, it is super interesting and

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43:01

054: Move Yourself

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2022/02/04

This week we talk to Stefanie Nelson (@sndancegroup), a choreographer, educator and curator from New York City—and the fearless leader of Stefanie Nelson Dance Group and Dance Italia. We talk about her incredible volume of work, what inspires her, and how COVID changed everything.

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55:43

053: It gets a little meta

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2022/01/28

This week we talk to Suzana Somers, the brains behind the hit social media sensation @bachelordata— an account that analyzes information from the Bachelor Nation shows and all the drama on and off-screen. She also has online classes to teach you Excel or Google Sheets that won’t put you to sleep. We discuss the important balance of being relevant with properly processing culturally significant events, how excel changed her life for the better, and how to be a more educated social media and reality

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32:21

052: Flow Through It

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2022/01/21

This week Allie and Krista discuss grief since it is top of mind for us. There is no correct way to talk about it or to live with it, but this is a nice first step.

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55:43

051: Sustainably Love Yourself More

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2022/01/14

This week we talked to Isaias Hernandez, an environmental educator, and influencer (@queerbrownvegan). We discuss the importance of environmental education and resources, how being vegan can positively impact not just the world but also individuals, and why disengaging from technology and connecting with nature is vital.

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65:42

050: Social Reckoning

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2022/01/07

In this episode, we talk to Kendra Stepp-Davis. A Black artist and creative hailing from New York, and the co-founder of The Culture Rooms (@theculturerooms). We talk about the importance of representation, how Black culture is culture, and why learning about Black artists is everyone’s responsibility.

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54:04

049: Get Comfortable With Getting Uncomfortable

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2021/10/29

This week we’re joined by Shannon Downey— an Artist, activist, craftivist— and the mastermind behind Badass Cross Stitch (@badasscrossstitch). We talk about the importance of activism and connecting with your community, ethics in creating and the connection to erasure of marginalized folks, and dealing with your own shit as a way of better aiding causes.

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26:59

048: Don't Shake Clients

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2021/10/22

In this bonus episode Allie and Krista talk about the cost of experience and how it relates to not only their field of design, but other avenues as well. The old saying of "you get what you pay for" is absolutely true with everything. Tune in to hear our thoughts on the matter.

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44:33

047: Shifting Identities

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2021/10/15

This week we talk to Eden and Jess, the ladies behind Kith & Kin Philly— A playing and gathering place here in Philadelphia (@kithkinphilly). We talk about the importance of community with parenting and raising tiny humans, how they pivoted their business model in the pandemic, and how the best guilty pleasures happen when the kiddos are asleep. Basically, this is the motherhood episode…

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65:11

046: No Judgements

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2021/10/08

This week we chatted with Rina Stone (@rinajstone), the Executive Creative Director at InStyle Magazine (@instylemagazine). We discuss the importance of mentorship at every level, balancing not only work and life but life and the highlight reel of social media, and how what we do as creatives is actually pretty darn cool.

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64:47

045: Do the deep work

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2021/10/01

This week, we talk to Juliana Laury. A writer, podcaster, artist, and creative maven— and an old friend to both Allie & Krista. She just launched an INCREDIBLE podcast— FLOW (which you can find wherever you get your podcasts). And, as a bonus, stick around after the interview for a sneak preview of the first episode. We discuss giving space to grow and mourn each stage in life, the process of cultivating your creative outlets, and how creating space for yourself is vital.

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25:48

044: Say I Don't

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2021/09/24

Coming off of the week post-wedding for Allie, we chat about wedding industry misconceptions and how bullshit they are. Really, don't stress and just take it all in stride. We promise that this is just one day in your life and it isn't a big deal in the grand scheme of things. But alcohol helps get through it!

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43:24

043: You Gotta Stay in the Mojo

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2021/09/17

This episode we talk to Lauren Foundos, the CEO and founder of Forte Fitness (@forte.fit)— a tech/streaming fitness platform that is transforming the fitness industry that makes working out at home a viable option. We talk about her shift from a career from finance on Wall Street to leading an innovative tech and fitness company, how her experience as an athlete shaped her as a business woman and entrepreneur, and the importance of health and fitness to the human experience.

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72:26

042: You’re Always Gonna Hear Me

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2021/09/10

This week we talk to Jen Kober, a comedian, writer, and actor, and a mean maker of Fried Chicken hailing from Los Angeles. We talk about suffering for our art, why prioritizing your sanity is key, and the importance of the buddy system. Take a listen to the episode, and find Jen online at JenKober.com.

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64:36

041: Opportunity to Grow

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2021/09/03

In this episode, we talk to our former classmate Mary Guiles, a freelance Maker and Creative from Virginia. We discuss the importance of doing what makes you happy, the impact that COVID had on her businesses, how she pivoted, and how being a mother has enhanced her creative process.

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040: Share People’s Full Experiences

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2021/08/27

This episode we talked to Christania, the editor and chief of AZ Mag (@azmaguk), an online publication in the UK that focuses on highlighting “QTIBPOC” talents and issues. We discuss the importance of story telling for marginalized experiences, how the team curates meaningful content, and why we should always celebrate the small victories. With that, here’s Christania.

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039: Unsolicited Dicks

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2021/08/20

This episode Allie and Krista talk about their experiences with unwanted attention in the form of sexual advances. Let us be clear, you are not alone if you have received any, and if you are sending any - go kick rocks.

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53:48

038: Fight for the underdog

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2021/08/13

This episode we talk to Amanda Petrellis, a clinical trial project manager and current grad student from Philadelphia. We talk about the importance of research to the human experience, why taking care of yourself is essential, and the power of women in STEM. We’re excited to get back to our regularly scheduled program.

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037: Dead Men Can't Cat Call

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2021/07/16

This week Allie and Krista talk about their experiences within the Me Too Movement. Honestly, there isn't much more to say about it ahead of time. If you or someone you know needs assistance because of an attack, you can reach out to us to talk, or you can talk to a professional at the National Sexual Assault Hotline available 24 hours hours a day through 1-800-656-4673.www.rainn.orgwww.nottodaymf.com

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