Empowered by AI
Episodes
Rethinking AI Strategy, Confidence, and Control with Jelena M.
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most leaders think their biggest AI problem is choosing the right tools. It’s not.In this conversation, Jelena M. breaks down what’s actually gett...
How AI Is Redefining Brand Strategy for Women Entrepreneurs with Diane Whiddon
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you stop treating AI like a tool… and start using it as a thinking partner?In this episode, Diane Whiddon breaks down how AI is re...
AI Without Women Is a Risk | Dr. Julia Stamm on Trust, Power, and Impact
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the people building AI don’t reflect the people it impacts?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Julia Stamm, sociologist, founder ...
How to Use AI to Spark Curiosity and Transform Learning with Olivia Odileke
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when education stops being boring and starts being driven by curiosity?In&nbs...
AI, Identity, and Protecting Your Energy: How Charity Youngblood Helps Women Build Aligned Businesses
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if AI is not the most important shift happening right now? What if the real shift is how you understand yourself?In this episode, Michelle sits d...
How Suzel W. Jones Uses AI and Lovable to Turn Ideas Into Working Apps
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when AI moves from being a writing tool to becoming a true thinking partner?In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva sits...
AI Can’t See Us, But We See Everything Wrong With It with Ricquel Harper
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when AI innovation moves fast… but representation lags behind?In this powerful conversation, Ricquel Harper joins me to unpack the tens...
AI as a Thought Partner, Not a Shortcut with Kimberly Inez Mays
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if AI isn’t an output machine… but a thinking companion?In this episode of Empowered by AI, I sit down with Kimberly Inez Mays, who helps ser...
Learning Is Not AI-Made — It’s Soul-Made with Devika Toprani
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when learners reach for AI before they reach for understanding?In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle sits down with Devika Toprani...
Removing Friction and Using AI as a Thinking Partner with Heather Robson
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if your marketing problem isn’t traffic… but friction?In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle sits down with Heather Robson, UX copywrit...
Why Burnout and Disengagement Are System Problems, Not Personal Failures
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva is joined by Michelle Singh for a deep, human-centered conversation about disengagement, burn...
How Natalie Benamou Is Using AI to Rethink Leadership, Careers, and Health
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva talks with Natalie Benamou about how AI is reshaping leadership, portfolio careers, and women...
How Ilise Benun Uses AI to Support Real Marketing Work
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva talks with Ilise Benun about breaking the feast-or-famine cycle in small businesses and how A...
What It Means to Be “AI Literate” When You’re Not Technical
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva talks with Katie Milton Jordan about what real AI adoption looks like when you stop chasing t...
What Learning AI Out Loud Actually Looks Like with Danielle LaFleur
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when curiosity beats perfection? In this opening episode of Season 6, Michelle sits down with Danielle LaFleur for an honest, grounded co...
Full Circle: One Year of Empowered by AI with Anne Murphy — From First Guest to the CREATE Conference
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One year ago, Empowered by AI launched with a single goal: amplify women’s voices shaping the future of artificial intelligence. The very first gues...
Beyond the Buzz: Lexi Gilbert on Human-Centered AI and the HER Framework
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Host Michelle Muncy-Silva welcomes listeners to Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way, setting the stage for a conversation with AI str...
Better, Stronger, Faster: Reinventing Brand Strategy with AI – A Conversation with Ellen Craven
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a seasoned brand strategist decides to reinvent herself with AI? In this episode of Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the...
Soulful Moxie: Redefining Success and Alignment with Carolina Migliaccio
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you finally reach the top of your career ladder and realize the view isn’t what you hoped? In this episode of Empowered by AI, I s...
AI-Powered, Human-Enabled: Leading the Future of Work with Gena Hoxha
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The future of work isn’t about choosing between humans and AI. It’s about designing a workplace where the two strengthen each other. In this episo...
NotebookLM: Your AI Shortcut to Sanity (and Seriously Creative Workflows)
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Empowered by AI!You asked, I delivered: this episode is all about NotebookLM, one of my absolute favorite free AI tools. Think of it a...
From Fear to Foundation: Suvianna Greco on Building Ethical AI for Change
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Empowered by AI. In this episode, Michelle sits down with Suvianna Greco, founder of the AI for Change Foundation. Suvianna shares how she ...
Clarity Over Chaos: Tatiana Ferreira on Building Trust with AI
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Empowered by AI, we’re joined by Tatiana Ferreira—luxury retail veteran turned AI operations expert, founding partner of the Aurora R...
From Hustle to Harmony: Dr. Claire Jacobs on Rest, Self-Trust, and Redefining Success
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if slowing down didn’t mean falling behind, but was actually the key to thriving?In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Claire Jacobs, a cli...
Beyond Bananas: Practical Use Cases for Gemini 2.5 Flash
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're setting the stage with a playful correction, Nano Banana is officially Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash. And Michelle shares why she couldn’t resis...
Exhaustion Isn’t Leadership: Pamela Oberg on AI, Change, and Leading Steady
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle introduces Pamela Oberg, founder of Sea Blue Strategies, who helps businesses align people, process, and purpose—using AI ...
From Imposter Syndrome to Impact: Kee Jones on Trauma, Tech, and Authentic Leadership
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Empowered by AI, the podcast for women entrepreneurs ready to harness AI and lead boldly. In this episode, I sit down with Kee Jones—...
ChatGPT Agent Mode: What Works, What Breaks, and What's Next
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo review, I put the brand-new ChatGPT Agent tool to the test. With all the hype about becoming an “agent boss,” I wanted to know—can ...
AI Is the New Influencer: Visibility Strategies with Diane Hammons
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s digital landscape, visibility isn’t just about showing up on Google—it’s about making sure AI knows you’re worth citing.In this e...
Myth-Busting, Mindset, and the One-Hour AI Challenge — with Dr. Cecilia Dones
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Season 4 wraps with a conversation that will get you thinking differently about AI adoption — whether you’re running a global organization or a on...
ChatGPT 5: Smarter, Faster… But Can It Still Handle My Edge?
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m stepping away from guest interviews for a special tool review and we’re going straight into the deep end with ChatGPT 5.You’ve pr...
AI, Art, and Reinvention: Diane Kjellgren on Creativity, Neurodiversity, and Asking the Right Questions
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a lifelong educator discovers AI—and finds herself all over again? In this inspiring and laughter-filled episode, Michelle sits do...
Unlocking Canva's Full Potential: AI-Powered Design for Entrepreneurs with Katy Keene
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if Canva could do more than design social posts? In this powerhouse episode, Katy Keene, founder of Keen Lane Co and one of the first Canva Agenc...
From Big Tech to AI Change Maker: Redefining Readiness with Dajana Achelpohl
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dajana Achelpohl is the founder of AI Change Maker, a former Google and PayPal leader who helps non-technical teams and solopreneurs build practical, ...
Guardrails, Gut Checks, and Girl Power: Privacy You Can Feel Good About
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Merry Ellen Austin and Rachael Ormiston are the dynamic privacy duo at Osano—a B Corp helping businesses build trust through ethical data practices ...
From Faceless to Fearless: Unlocking AI’s Creative Power with Rene Clayton
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle sits down with Rene Clayton to explore how entrepreneurs can move from curiosity to confident execution w...
Building Purpose Driven AI Movements with Sabrina Ramonov
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Anne Murphy and I sit down with Sabrina Ramonov, the founder of Blotato to discuss the motivation behind her drive...
From Pain to Poetry: How AI Art Can Heal Us
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation, Eli Strzelecka joins Michelle to discuss the power of AI as a tool for emotional reflection, creative...
Rewriting the Creative Code: Money, Mindset, and AI with Jen Fontanilla
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your money mindset was the missing piece to unlocking your creativity, confidence, and clarity? In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Miche...
From Editor to AI Educator: How Susi O’Neill Redefined Her Creative Voice
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Susi O’Neill joins Michelle Muncy-Silva to explore what it means to evolve from a traditional media career into a human-first, AI-empowered content ...
Small Boats, Big Wins: Pallavi Sharma on AI, Automation & Building Smarter
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva speaks with marketing powerhouse and AI strategist Pallavi Sharma. With a career spannin...
Click Smart: Tracey Hawkins on AI, Cybersecurity & Building a Safer Business
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s hyper-connected world, AI and cybersecurity are two sides of the same coin. In this compelling episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle ...
Prototype, Iterate, Repeat: Building AI Use Cases That Actually Work with Jess Hall
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Jess Hall, product strategist at Ops...
Authenticity Meets AI: Creative Power Without Compromise
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Empowered by AI, where women entrepreneurs come to spark ideas, build confidence, and redefine what's possible with AI. In this episod...
Creative Control: Reinventing Personal Branding with AI and Photography
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking Season 4 premiere, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Kim Sayre, a photographer whose journey into AI-powered creativi...
Human Intelligence First: Rethinking Education, Leadership & AI
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this transformative episode of Empowered by AI, we welcome Michelle Ament, a visionary in education leadership, the Chief Academic Officer at ProSo...
Ethics at the Edge: Marcia Narine Weldon on AI, Integrity & Innovation
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can entrepreneurs embrace the power of AI without compromising their values—or their sanity? In this thought-provoking episode, we welcome Marci...
From Literacy to Fluency: Jennifer Ives on Leading with AI in a Fast-Moving World
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle speaks with Jennifer Ives, Vice President of Artificial Intelligence at the Partnership for Public Servic...
Prompt What You Want to See: Kimberly Offord on AI Film, Representation & Creative Power
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle sits down with award-winning AI artist and filmmaker Kimberly Offord, the visionary behind PlaygroundPast...
Let There Be Light: Halima Muhammad on AI Art, Cultural Identity & Creative Reinvention
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and joyfully candid episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle speaks with Halima Muhammad, Creative Director, AI artist, and founder of ha...
From Overwhelm to Empowered: Trudy-Ann Armand on Using AI to Lead Yourself First
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, we welcome Trudy-Ann Armand—a corporate learning strategist, AI enthusiast, and the visionary behind Her-Mine.ai...
Art, Rebellion, and Reinvention: Lynda Cathcart on Finding Creative Power with AI
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with digital artist, animator, and educator Lynda Cathcart, a woman who re...
From Silence to Self-Expression: How AI Helped Dr. Flory Stefanescu Heal and Create Again
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply moving episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva is joined by Dr. Flory Stefanescu, former political refugee, holistic doct...
Structure Meets Soul: Agile Mindsets and Entrepreneurial Resilience with Kinga Vajda
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva speaks with Kinga Vajda, founder of Execute Your Intentions, about how agile project manageme...
Pathways and Possibilities with Rachel Zipsie: AI, Entrepreneurship, and the Power of Manus
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva welcomes business strategist and coach Rachel Zipsie for a powerful conversation about u...
Think, Feel, Create: The Counterpoint Conversation on AI, Burnout, and Reclaiming Our Voice
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special roundtable episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle Muncy-Silva is joined by Michelle Pontes and Deanna Leonard for a bold and honest conv...
Why Ethical AI is Every Woman’s Business: A Conversation with H. Titilola
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Empowered by AI, we sit down with H. Titilola, a Nigerian-based AI ethicist and philosopher, whose work focuses on bringin...
Automate the Boring, Amplify the Brilliant: AI Workflows with Jennifer Michtavy
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva speaks with Jennifer Michtavy, a creative AI technologist and product strategist helping...
Job Searching, Upskilling, and Thriving in the AI Era: A Conversation with Jessica Wynter Martin
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva speaks with educator, consultant, and AI skills advocate Jessica Wynter Martin about how...
AI in Elevators, Persona Teams & Dog Spas: Rethinking AI With Kay Stoner
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful and joyfully nerdy conversation, I sit down with Kay Stoner—longtime tech strategist, writer, and creative problem-solver—to ex...
This is Your Renaissance: Lessons from Women Embracing AI
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before launching into Season 3 of Empowered by AI, I take a moment to reflect on what we’ve learned so far. This episode is a highlight reel of powe...
The Power of Building with AI: Sandhya Simhan on Ownership, Automation & Sisterhood
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sandhya Simhan shares her journey from brand marketing into the fast-paced world of AI and automation. We talk about shifting mindsets, breaking down ...
Architecting a Legacy: Brand Strategy, AI Tools, and Entrepreneurial Growth with Van Thu Nguyen
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to build a brand that lasts? In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Van Thu Nguyen, founder of...
Sisu, Systems, and Starting Small: Jennifer Hufnagel on Building AI Confidence
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Hufnagel brings strategy, soul, and systems to this week’s episode of Empowered by AI. Her roots in a tiny Finnish fishing village shaped h...
Designing Boundaries: Building a Business You Love Without Burning Out with Diane Whiddon
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with web designer, strategist, and creative boundary-setter D...
Unshakable Success: Embracing Growth & AI with Luisa Molano (Explicit)
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, we’re kicking off an unforgettable conversation with Luisa Molano, the powerhouse behind HERloc...
Click, Bait, and Secure: Cybersecurity in the Age of AI with Dawn Kristy
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As AI tools become essential to how we work, create, and connect—cybersecurity can’t be an afterthought. In this episode of Empowered by AI: Women...
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Deanna Leonard on How AI Can Help You Reimagine Your Future
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, we sit down with Deanna Leonard, a marketing and product development expert turned AI advocate, w...
Finding Balance & Innovation with AI and Breathwork
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into an unexpected yet powerful combination—AI and breathwork. Emily King shares how integrating breathwork into her market...
Harnessing AI for Business Growth: Insights from Kenisha Pough
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, host Michelle Muncy-Silva speaks with Kenisha Pough, a marketing and communications strategist wh...
Unlocking Creativity & Confidence: Embracing AI for a Second Act
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Sara Chevalier., an AI brand strategist and creative ent...
Myra Roldan on AI Readiness, Leadership and Navigating the AI Space as a Woman Entrepreneur
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, Michelle sits down with Myra Roldan, an AI strategy and implementation expert, founder of UnDesto...
From AI Skeptic to AI Strategist: Tara Bonhorst on Making AI Work for You
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, we sit down with Tara B, founder of Do That, Dave, an innovative AI education platform designed t...
Abbey Dyer-Amonette on AI, Entrepreneurship and Freedom
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, host Michelle Muncy-Silva welcomes Abbey Dyer-Amonette, an AI strategist and business coach dedic...
From Overwhelmed to Optimized: How to Make AI Work For You with Suzanne Welker Jurgens
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many entrepreneurs jump into AI with excitement, only to get overwhelmed by the endless stream of new tools. In this episode of Empowered by AI: The S...
Dionna Rogers on AI in Education and the Leadership We Need to Make it Happen
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle sits down with educator and AI champion Dionna Rogers to explore the evolving role of AI in the classroom. Dionna shares her...
AI in Philanthropy: Closing the Gap Between Impact and Innovation with Rachel M. Kimber
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Rachel M. Kimber, a leader at the intersection of philan...
The Artist’s AI Revolution: How Blume Bauer Blends Creativity and Technology
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, Michelle interviews Blume Bauer, a fine artist and entrepreneur, about her journey with AI. From creating stunning visuals ...
Empowering the Next Generation - Alyssa Freeney’s Journey with AI
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle speaks with Alyssa Freeney, a 17-year-old trailblazer in AI education and podcasting. Alyssa shares her i...
Embracing Innovation and Creativity: Lessons from Cyndi Coon
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva chats with futurist, artist, and entrepreneur Cyndi Coon about leveraging creativity, st...
Empowered by AI - Business Spotlight with Lorena Jordan Decker
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle Muncy-Silva chats with Lorena Jordan Decker, a marketing expert and solopreneur who shares her journey from corporate layoff...
Empowerment and Authenticity in Business - A Conversation with Kim Doyal
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Kim Doyal, a pioneer in the digital marketing space and the creator behind the #JustShowUp movement. Known fo...
Building Community and Confidence with AI - A Conversation with Anne Murphy
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Overview:In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva sits down with Anne Murphy, founder of Empowered Fundraiser Consulting ...
Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI - A conversation with Cha'Von Clarke Joell
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, we dive into the transformative power of ethical leadership in AI with Cha'Von Clarke-Joell, a thought leader in A...
ROAR! Into Resilience - How Emotional Intelligence and Cybersecurity Create Unstoppable Leaders
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy Silva sits down with Marilise de Villiers Basson, founder of ROAR! Coaching & Co...
AI Festivus 2024 Wrap Up Bonus Episode with Anne Murphy
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy Silva sits down with Anne Murphy to reflect on the groundbreaking AI Festivus 2024 eve...
Reimagining Creativity with AI - Empowering Women and Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Marisol Rios, an expert in AI-driven creativity, branding, and digital strategy. Marisol shares her journey o...
Authentic AI - How to Save Time, Stay True to Your Brand, and Work Smarter with Kinsey Soderberg
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, Michelle sits down with Kinsey Soderberg, founder of Feel Good Social and Authentic AI. Kinsey shares her transfor...
Transforming Business with AI: Kellye Kamp on Human-Centered Innovation
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Kellye Kamp, a business and AI integration expert and founder of SourceKamp. Kellye shares her journey ...
Leveraging AI for Visibility and Productivity with Denise Wakeman
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva chats with digital marketing pioneer Denise Wakeman, founder of Your Visibility Edge. De...
Empowering Women through AI with Dr. Nici Sweaney
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Dr. Nici Sweaney, founder of AI Her Way, to explore how AI is revolutionizing the entrepreneurial landscape f...
Embracing AI with Confidence: Amanda Jeffs on Women-Led Innovation
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way, host Michelle Muncy-Silva interviews Amanda Jeffs, founder of MRKT WRKZ and e...
Empowered by AI Podcast Trailer
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way! I’m your host, Michelle Muncy-Silva, and I believe artificial intelligence isn’t ...