What if the key to safer workplaces isn’t a new policy... but your own nervous system?

In episode 157 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil sit down with trauma consultant, speaker, and founder of Creaturae, Deborah Lee, for a deep conversation on embodied leadership, psychological safety, and the courage it takes to show up without the mask.

In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise reflect on the personal and collective impact of nationalism, nervous system dysregulation, and the weight of staying informed in a world that just. won’t. stop.

Together, they unpack what it’s like to live between countries, cultures, and conversations, while still holding space for clients, community, and their own capacity.

In Episode 155 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neil welcome special guest Stephanie Graham—filmmaker, photographer, and host of the Nosey AF Podcast—for an inspiring conversation about creativity, empowerment, and everyday art.

In episode 154 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil open up about what it feels like when everything—from tech problems to creative projects—feels hard. From spinning plates and bubbling volcanoes to slow internet and overwhelmed brains, we get real about what it means to hold it all… and how to let some of it go.

In episode 153 of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim Romain and Louise Neil are diving deep into a conversation with the incredible Adhya Rose—an efficiency and energetics coach who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs create time freedom and streamline their businesses with ease.

In episode 152 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise explore the art of navigating difficult conversations while staying true to yourself. From intimate relationships to workplace interactions, they reveal what it takes to communicate with honesty, clarity, and compassion, even during emotionally charged moments.

In episode 151 of Empowered and Embodied, Kim and Louise dive into the powerful intersections of leadership, identity, and belonging with their incredible guest, Shoshana Allice. Shoshana is a neuro-inclusive leadership coach and consultant, committed to decolonizing leadership and fostering spaces where true belonging—not just fitting in—is possible.

In episode 150 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down with author, activist, and performer Susan Lieu to explore the weight of family expectations, intergenerational trauma, and the journey to reclaiming self-worth. Susan, author of The Manicurist’s Daughter and creator of the solo show 140 Pounds: How Beauty Killed My Mother, shares her deeply personal story of uncovering long-buried family secrets, navigating cultural pressures, and ultimately learning how to break cycles of silence and choose herself.

Moving Forward with Intention

The way forward isn’t about hustling harder or fitting into a mold—it’s about choosing with purpose.

Kim and Louise leave listeners with a powerful call to action: Be intentional. Be present. Stop waiting.

What’s one belief, expectation, or “should” you’re ready to let go of? Drop it in the comments below and start your journey to intentional living.

In episode 147 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neil dive into the journey of self-trust, healing, and transformation with Becky Vollmer, creator of You Are Not Stuck. Together, they unpack the difference between stagnation and stuckness, explore the power of reflection, and remind us that sometimes the only permission we need to move forward is our own. This episode is a call to action. It’s about breaking free from the stories that keep us small, questioning the rules we’ve been handed, and trusting that we already have everything we need to step into our most authentic selves. Listen in and learn how to reclaim your power, trust your inner wisdom (or as Becky calls it, your “Stardust”), and create a life that aligns with your evolved values.

In this powerful episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we sat down with Michele Heyward—engineer, founder of PositiveHire, and fierce advocate for women in STEM. We dug deep into who’s missing from leadership conversations, why that matters, and how we can start making real change.

In this episode, Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by the vibrant Dennise M. Kowalczyk, also known as The Adventure Broad, for a deep and inspiring conversation about living life with intentionality, embracing joy, and reclaiming personal power at any stage of life. Together, they explore how we can detach from external expectations, combat self-sabotage, and make empowered choices by tuning into our inner wisdom. Dennise shares her journey of breaking free from limiting beliefs, stepping into new possibilities, and embracing midlife with confidence. If you're seeking insights on healing, self-trust, and personal growth while navigating a chaotic world, this episode will leave you inspired to live fully and intentionally.

In this episode, Kim and Louise sit down for a heartfelt and insightful tête-à-tête, discussing how to navigate chaos with laughter, self-trust, and a deeper connection to ourselves. They explore what it truly means to connect with your body’s innate wisdom, heal from within, and embrace empowerment as a way of being.

In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by Steff Gallante, self-care coach, yoga teacher, and advocate for liberation and social justice. Together, they dive into the transformative power of self-liberation, exploring how we can create sustainable self-care practices, honor our energy, and embody our values in a world that often leaves us overwhelmed and disconnected. From navigating burnout to redefining rest and stepping into radical self-nourishment, this episode offers actionable insights to help you move through life’s challenges with ease and intention. Take a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself—because how you show up for you is how you show up for the world.

n this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by somatic healer and certified love, sex, and relationship coach Melanie Bonk to explore how we can reconnect with our bodies, redefine pleasure, and embrace empowerment through sensuality. From separating sexuality from sensuality to uncovering the deep wisdom held in our bodies, Melanie shares her expertise in helping individuals and couples reclaim their birthright of ecstatic pleasure and connection. Together, they dive into conversations around self-worth, community, and the powerful, primal language of our bodies through stripping away societal narratives and starting small to unlock deeper levels of self-trust, pleasure and joy.

Join Kim, Louise, and Melanie for this empowering discussion, and discover the tools to begin reconnecting with your body, embracing pleasure, and stepping into your fullest self.

"When we meet ourselves with love and connection, we reclaim our worthiness and our power." – Melanie Bonk