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While the focus of our podcast is leadership, the foundation is on the impact communication has across all relationships. Our podcast is a no-holds-barred exploration of myth and method, risk and reward, hell and hope, idiocy and ideas, ouchies and opportunities, do’s and don’ts, fear and fearlessness. It is our hope that you’ll leave each episode with a new perspective to consider, a different way of thinking about something, a rabble-rousing approach to solving a problem, or a realization that how you impact the people around you directly correlates to the results you achieve in business and in life.
Episodes
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
"She’s Always Late. Is That Disrespect?”
Welcome to our post-show aftershock: one honest moment sparked a full-on unpacking of lateness, respect, and how we assign meaning. Carla wonders: is repeated lateness a quiet betrayal of friendship? Shelley says: not so fast. What if it's not about you at all? From neurodivergence and cultural rhythms to personal values and slippery slopes, we wander through the murky middle—where friendship, boundaries, and expectations collide. As always, we’re here not to fix, but to question. And we’d love to know: where do you draw the line?
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Heads up — we’re calling BS on the apology reflex.
In this no-holds-barred conversation, Carla and Shellie peel back the layers behind “I’m sorry” — that automatic mask we slap on before sharing an opinion, asking a question, or daring to take up space. If you've ever said "I'm sorry, but..." before saying what you really meant, this one’s for you. Come for the candor, stay for the clarity, and leave with a little less sorry in your spirit.
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
🚨REAL TALK: You do NOT need confidence to take the mic, pitch the idea, or put your message into the world.
In fact, confidence comes AFTER you do the scary thing, not before.
🎤💥 In this laugh-out-loud, gut-punching episode of Unapologetic Rabble-Rousers, Carla Lewis and DocShellie drop truth bombs on embarrassment, perfectionism, and the lie that says “you’re not ready.”
You’ll leave fired up, full of “imperfect courage,” and ready to show up—sweaty palms and all.
🎧 Hit play. Then go do the thing.
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
🚫 "It’s fine” is killing your vibe.
You're not burnt out—you’re exhausted from pretending that everything you’re tolerating is “no big deal.” In this spicy, soul-stirring episode, Carla and DocShellie expose the quiet killer of joy: unspoken resentment. Expect truth, laughter, and the ultimate question: What are you tolerating that’s slowly stealing your power?
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
🚨 What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t what you don’t know—but what you think you do? We’re talking about unlearning today—the sneaky, subconscious programming that keeps you playing small. From the beliefs we inherited as kids to the silent “rules” we live by without question, Carla and DocShellie are ripping it all apart to show you how to challenge old narratives, rewrite your truth, and step into the life you actually want. Because you weren’t born to be stuck. 🎧
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
🚨 PSA: Being nice is NOT the same as being kind—and if you’ve been trained to be nice at all costs, it’s probably costing you more than you realize. Niceness is about avoiding conflict, keeping people comfortable, and sacrificing your own truth. Kindness, on the other hand? That’s about honesty, respect, and standing in integrity—even when it’s awkward. Carla and DocShellie pull no punches in this episode, calling out the niceness trap, the resentment it breeds, and how shifting to real kindness can change your relationships (and your life). 🔥
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
🚨 Are you living or just existing? 🚨
Ever felt like you’re just going through the motions—wake up, work, sleep, repeat? That’s silent resignation, and it’s sneaky as hell. In this episode of Unapologetic Rabble Rousers, Carla and DocShellie break down why it happens, how to recognize it (before you wake up wondering what the hell happened to my life), and simple, doable steps to get re-engaged. Spoiler: You don’t have to quit your job and move to Bali—unless you want to (in which case, take us with you).
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
🚨 Self-sabotage isn’t just a bad habit—it’s a full-blown defense mechanism dressed up as "logic." 🚨
We tell ourselves, “I’ll fail anyway, so why try?” or “If I succeed, they’ll expect more.” Sound familiar? Carla and DocShellie are here to expose self-sabotage for what it really is: a sneaky thief stealing your happiness, career growth, and even your workout routine. From emotional eating to career-killing procrastination, they break down why we do it—and how to stop it before it derails our progress. Tune in and get ready to call yourself out (with love, of course).
Unapologetic Rabble-Rousers
While the focus of our podcast is leadership, the foundation is on the impact communication has across all relationships.
Together, we bring over 70 years of experience as leaders, coaches, team members, degreed and capped students of organizational psychology, change management practitioners, executive coaching, engineering, IT, and rabble-rousing as women of influence from heavily male-dominated work environments.
Our podcast will be a no-holds-barred exploration of myth and method, risk and reward, hell and hope, idiocy and ideas, ouchies and opportunities, do's and don'ts, fear and fearlessness.
It is our hope that you'll leave each episode with a new perspective to consider, a different way of thinking about something, a rabble-rousing approach to solving a problem, and a realization that how you impact the people around you directly correlates to your results in business and in life.