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Koula is at home in South African right now so we asked her to turn the tables and interview her mother, Lyn Androliakos.  Lyn shares a bit about Koula and having a child live in another country. Thanks Lyn!

Michelle Khouri is a natural-born storyteller with a keen eye and inquisitive spirit. A lengthy career in communications gifted her with a mind for strategy and project management. Michelle is a PR veteran and magazine editor whose multidisciplinary communications experience includes planning complex, large-scale events, art directing photo shoots, hosting travel videos, leading media outreach campaigns, and creating thousands of pieces of content. A longtime writer, Michelle is passionate about uncovering hidden stories about the arts, culture and society.   www.culturedpodcast.com www.michellekhouri.com www.instagram.com/CulturedPodcast www.facebook.com/CulturedPodcast www.twitter.com/CulturedPod

Adam Carroll is recognized as one of the top Financial Educators in the Country with his core message being "You are the architect of your own life and that starts with your behavior around finances". Having presented at over 500 colleges and Universities nationwide, hundreds of leadership symposiums, and countless local and regional organizations, Adam Carroll's message of Building A Bigger Life, Not a Bigger Lifestyle has been heard by over 200,000+ people. http://www.adamspeaks.com Find a full article on Tackling Student Debt on Plaid for Women

Bylee Jo is the Author of  "The Mermaid With Two Tales"... Illustrated  Children's Book on Keeping Kids First During Divorce. She is a Certified Personal Trainer and  Group Fitness/ Boot Camp Instructor. She is the proud single mother of Triplets and soccer coach.

Mrs. Mad Money Monster is on a quest to share her and Mr. Mad Money Monster's mistakes with money while providing resources to others.  The blog, Mad Money Monster, is full of financial advice for real people and addresses everyday struggles.  On Plaid Radio we talk with Mrs. Mad Money Monster, Lisa, about Side Gigs and how to earn extra income.  One great way to earn money to get out of debt or reinforce your retirement savings is to produce extra money.  There are so many ways to make extra income with websites like Fiverr, Upwork and Gig Salad as well as just branching out on your own.  Here are some ideas for extra income as well as some advice on how to save for taxes and run your side gig. Check out the full Side Gigs article on Plaid for Women here.

Arlene Byrd Shorter is currently employed as an Assistant Court Investigator by Tarrant County Probate Court #2.  She conducts guardianship investigations and she has worked in this capacity since February 1999.  She received her master's degree in social work from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1980 and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Arlene was a founding member of the local Alzheimer's Association North Central Texas Chapter.   Arlene joins Plaid Radio to discuss Support Services versus Guardianship.   This podcast was recorded and made available for educational purposes to provide general information and a general understanding of the law in Texas.  This podcast is not providing specific legal advice.  By listening to the podcast you understand that there is no attorney client relationship between you and the speakers or Plaid for Women, Inc.  This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professi

Celebrating words and people are Crystalee's specialities after 13 years of studying, teaching, and working in professional communication. She studied public relations at BYU's top-ranked program, then set aside academics for wanderlust. Her first job out of college? Free-spirited flight attendant. Her wings took Crystalee to a dozen countries and all 50 U.S. states by age 25. After serving passengers peanuts (oh, so many peanuts!), she would write essays in the jumpseat, and eventually decided to change careers and earn a master's degree.   After Crystalee was laid off due to corporate downsizing while expecting her second baby, she had a two-year stint teaching as an adjunct communication professor. She'd always wanted to spread her business wings, and launched Professional Communication Consulting, LLC in February 2016. A year into her business, after seeking out mentors,  attracting big-name brands, and making lots of rookie mistakes, Crystalee nearly doubled h

John haven't always made wise financial decisions; I graduated college with nearly $25,000 in credit card debt because he didn't understand the importance of living within my means. It's been a long and winding road but today he is an ex-stockbroker living debt-free with a passion for helping people take control of their financial futures.  His blog Frugal Rules provides others with inspiration to financial freedom. Plaid Radio talks with John on purchasing a new car.  Purchasing a new car is a big decision and can be exciting as you upgrade your wheels.  While the options for colors and upgrades are limitless, we know for most the total cost of the transaction does have a price.  Deciding to purchase a new car, how much to spend and how to pay for it can challenge our mathematical thinking. To learn more check out Plaid for Women.

Judge Brooke Allen, Presiding Judge, Probate Court No. 2, Tarrant County, Texas Brooke Ulrickson Allen was appointed by the Tarrant County Commissioners as Judge of Probate Court No. 2 and the assumed the role in October of 2016. Her experience as a skilled litigator, knowledge of the law, conservative judicial philosophy, strict attention to ethics and hard work, and tried and true efforts promoting Texas values in the ballot box made her well-qualified for this important court. Judge Allen's philosophy is simple, Texans deserve conservative judges on the bench who strictly interpret the laws as written, apply the law fairly and equally to all parties before them, and never legislate from the bench. This podcast was recorded and made available for educational purposes to provide general information and a general understanding of the law in Texas.  This podcast is not providing specific legal advice.  By listening to the podcast you understand that there is no attorney client relationshi

Jolean Olson is a mother who enjoyed her time outside in the sun playing with her kids. That all ended when she discovered a large, zit-like bump on her cheek. When the bump remained several days later, Jolean met with several medical professionals. After getting numerous opinions, all saying she had skin cancer, Jolean asked for her pathology report to see the results for herself. Jolean's pathology report gave her clarity and a better understanding of her diagnosis. She chose a treatment plan best-suited for her, and is now living cancer free. Jolean shares her journey in a video developed by the College of American Pathologists. Twitter: @Pathologists Facebook: @capathologists

Tonya is a blogger at Budget and the Beach where she shares her beach lifestyle while maintaining a budget.  The blog started in 2012 and that year she hit the rock bottom of her financial life.  Her blog educates, inspires and encourages others to follow their dream, on a budget. Today we talk about how an unhealthy lifestyle can lead to higher financial expenses.  Financial stress in particular can take a toll on you and your family. http://budgetandthebeach.com/ Check out an article on Plaid for Women for a full overview of the cost of unhealthy habits.  

Jill Smith is a police officer with the Irving Police Department in Irving, Texas.  She has served for 22 years and has a Master Peace Officers certification.  She is a certified Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Instructor, and a Rape Aggression Defense Advanced Instructor through RAD-Systems.com.  Officer Smith has also served as a police investigator working on juvenile crime, missing persons, child physical and sexual abuse, and domestic violence.  She has taught women's self-defense for five years.   jsmith@cityofirving.org 

Lorie is a Dallas attorney who primarily focuses on comprehensive estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and probate.  She always saw herself as a human right attorney and after a series of family events moved into estate law.  In fact, estate planning is human rights for families at one of the most critical points in their life. Lorie Burch graduated cum laude from Trinity University in San Antonio, and earned her J.D at the George Washington University School of Law School in Washington, D.C. Her law firm, Law Office of Lorie L. Burch, PC focuses on estate planning and probate. In addition to Lorie's many years of service to the American Business Women's Association, Lorie has played an active role in several non-profit and charitable organizations promoting human rights and the LGBT community. She is a long time resident of Plano, Texas, where she attended Plano Senior High. In May of 2017, Lorie announced that she is running for the United States House o

In her first business, Leslie Hassler sure did.  After struggling to grow back her interior design business after the 2008 recession, Leslie was ready to through in the towel.  She was burned out and just sick and tired of being 'sick and tired'.  In an ultimatum moment with herself, Leslie decided to get help or get out. Getting help, she grew her business by 150% in just 6 months and then set about rewriting the rules to business and get back her zest for being an entrepreneur. Today, Leslie of Your Biz Rules TM, coaches serious solopreneurs build six-figure-plus business in as little as a year. With Leslie's ability to simplify the complex process of building a business, whether it's marketing, sales, systems, or just finding time to do it all – you'll make more progress working with Leslie than you ever did on your own. The strategies and techniques that her client's implement creates 30% to 200% growth – easily within the next year. http://yourbizrules.com/ Leslie is a speaker at the #NoMe

David Weliver is the founding editor of Money Under 30. He's a cited authority on personal finance and the unique money issues we face during our first two decades as adults. He lives in Maine with his wife and two children.   https://www.moneyunder30.com/ http://www.plaidforwomen.com/read-post/buying-your-firs…-about-mortgages

Adri Kyser is an International Yoga Teacher and Wellness Coach with a strong and dedicated following. She was born and raised in Caracas Venezuela, where she went to Law School for a few years before moving to the US. Adri's caring, unique and authentic approach to yoga and wellness stems from her personal experience in coping with chronic back pain for over a decade.    Adri has helped hundreds of women worldwide live a more mindful, healthy, and balanced life by providing classes, coaching sessions, and specialty programs that teach how to discover and develop the innate power of true inner beauty. She loves and supports charities like Yoga Gives Back and the Healing Hands Foundation, two non-profit organizations making a positive difference in the world.  Learn more about Adri's classes, programs and services at www.adrikyser.com  Adri is a speaker at the #NoMeanGirls 2017 National Conference, register today www.NoMeanGirls.com

Laura McEntire is the Manager of Family Care Services for the Alzheimer's Association of North Central Texas. She manages the REACH and Case Management programs which provide direct care and support to caregiver's and their loved ones dealing with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias.  She also oversees 24/7 helpline which serves people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals and the public. Laura has been married 26 years and a mother of 3 girls. In her free time she loves to travel.  As part of the James L. West Series for caregivers, today we are going to focus our conversation on Driving with Dementia http://www.jameslwest.org/  http://alz.org

Cristen Thomas is the Executive Director of 10,000 Small Businesses at Dallas County Community College District will lead the successful development, implementation, and operation of 10,000 Small Businesses. Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help entrepreneurs create jobs and economic opportunity by providing greater access to education, capital and business support services. With 33 sites across the United States and United Kingdom, 10,000 Small Businesses has served over 8,000 small business owners. The program has reached businesses from all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C, and has resulted in immediate and sustained business growth for the alumni of the program. Learn more about the program at here.

      Shaunna Black serves on the Board of Directors for Design Connect Create, a STEM non-profit, the Portfolio Advisory Board for Entegra Technologies, Executive Advisory Board for the UT-Austin Cockrell School of Engineering, Advisory Board for the Alliance of Technology and Women, and  Advisory Board for the Institute of Excellence in Corporate Governance.  She is passionate about unleashing the potential of leadership and teams to deliver the results they want.  In her career Ms. Black has received many recognitions, including the Alliance of Technology and Women's Lifetime Achievement Award, Pink's Top 15 Women in Business, Women in Technology Hall of Fame, Maura Women Helping Women, Tech Titans Community Hero Award, Frank Bromilow Distinguished Lecturer and Circle of Honor. Learn more about Shaunna at Plaid for Women.