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Diane Schroeder Podcast Host

Diane Schroeder, MA, EFO, is a nationally recognized speaker, self-care coach, and podcast host specializing in empowering individuals in midlife. With 24 years of leadership experience in the male-dominated fire service, Diane advocates for self-care as a catalyst for authentic style, work-life balance, and increased productivity. Her expertise, combined with a Master's degree in organizational leadership, offers data-driven guidance to leaders. Through her popular podcast, The Fire Inside Her, and engaging speaking engagements nationwide, Diane shares her insights. She is also a TEDx speaker and currently working on her first book.

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Celebrating Loyal Listeners And Embracing Change On The Fire Inside Her &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Celebrating Loyal Listeners and Embracing Change on The Fire Inside Her

Join host Diane Schroeder as she brings a heartfelt and transformative episode of The Fire Inside Her. This week, Diane reflects on two incredible years of podcasting, sharing anecdotes from impactful…

Join host Diane Schr…

Join host Diane Schroeder as she brings a heartfelt and transformative episode of The Fire Inside Her. This week, Diane reflects on two incredible years of podcasting, sharing anecdotes from impactful interviews with badass women and men who have embraced leadership, self-care, and authenticity. Uncover powerful stories of resilience, pleasure, and personal Growth that have propelled the podcast into the top 10% globally. As Diane announces an important decision to take the podcast on a sabbatical, she explores the metaphor of fire as an element of change and the critical need for alignment wi…

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The Power Of Empathy And Storytelling In Healing Family Traumas -94 &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
The Power of Empathy and Storytelling in Healing Family Traumas -94

Join host Diane Schroeder in a touching episode of The Fire Inside Her as she welcomes Becky Ellis, author of Little Avalanches. This episode explores the complex Relationships between fathers and dau…

Join host Diane Schr…

Join host Diane Schroeder in a touching episode of The Fire Inside Her as she welcomes Becky Ellis, author of Little Avalanches. This episode explores the complex relationships between fathers and daughters, fueled by the shadows of untold war stories and generational Trauma. Discover how Becky navigated her childhood under the watchful eye of her World War II veteran father, who carried the weight of his past silently. Becky shares the breakthrough moment at her kitchen table that lit the path to understanding, empathy, and healing between her and her father. Tune in to hear insights on how s…

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How Suzanne Campi Helps Women Rediscover Purpose In Retirement &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
How Suzanne Campi Helps Women Rediscover Purpose in Retirement

In the latest episode of The Fire Inside Her, host Diane Schroeder welcomes Suzanne Campi, an expert coach specializing in guiding women through the Retirement transition. Whether you’re considering…

In the latest episod…

In the latest episode of The Fire Inside Her, host Diane Schroeder welcomes Suzanne Campi, an expert coach specializing in guiding women through the retirement transition. Whether you’re considering a major career change or wondering how to handle the emotional rollercoaster that comes with ending a significant chapter of your life, this episode is a must-listen. Suzanne shares enlightening insights about why retirement can be challenging and offers practical advice on reinventing yourself. They discuss why we often "should" ourselves into unnecessary Stress and how to replace that with what…

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Change Your Life By Doing Small Changes That Make A Big Impact -92 &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Change Your Life by Doing Small Changes That Make a Big Impact -92

Join host Diane Schroeder as she welcomes Debbie Weiss to discuss navigating monumental life transitions in this compelling episode. Debbie shares an incredible story of balancing multiple Caregiving

Join host Diane Schr…

Join host Diane Schroeder as she welcomes Debbie Weiss to discuss navigating monumental life transitions in this compelling episode. Debbie shares an incredible story of balancing multiple caregiving roles while rediscovering self-care and personal dreams. Explore her take on mindset shifts, small but impactful Lifestyle changes, and her writing journey from a "math girl" to a published author. This conversation is filled with valuable tips on transforming life's challenges into avenues for self-improvement and empowerment. Don't miss Debbie's practical advice on embracing habits that fuel gro…

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Sharing Wisdom And Stories From 30 Years Of Friendship With Laughter, Grace, And Love &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Sharing wisdom and stories from 30 years of friendship with laughter, grace, and love

Join The Fire Inside Her on a trip down memory lane as we revisit one of the earliest episodes. Host Diane Schroeder and her guest Victoria share heartfelt stories of "ride or die" friendships that st…

Join The Fire Inside…

Join The Fire Inside Her on a trip down memory lane as we revisit one of the earliest episodes. Host Diane Schroeder and her guest Victoria share heartfelt stories of "ride or die" friendships that stand the test of time. Discover how significant life transitions, from career shifts to Parenting adult children, shape personal identities. Learn how both women draw strength from their tight-knit community, with stories that underscore the importance of human connection for mental well-being and psychological safety. Victoria's inspiring journey highlights the value of giving back to one's commun…

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Overcoming Fear And Embracing Authenticity: Jen Carrubba'S Yoga Journey -90 &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Overcoming Fear and Embracing Authenticity: Jen Carrubba's Yoga Journey -90

Join Diane Schroeder and guest Jen Carrubba on this episode of The Fire Inside Her as they discuss the transformational power of self-care and Yoga! Jen reveals how Anxiety and Therapy led her to an u…

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Join Diane Schroeder and guest Jen Carrubba on this episode of The Fire Inside Her as they discuss the transformational power of self-care and yoga! Jen reveals how anxiety and therapy led her to an unexpected yet empowering yoga journey, eventually becoming a beloved instructor and yoga studio owner. Diane opens up about her struggles with identity post-retirement, exploring how physical creativity acts as her refuge. Learn how Jen's commitment to baking and yoga practice helped her manage anxiety and build a close-knit community. With themes of mindfulness, vulnerability, and community suppo…

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Learning How To Integrate Your Professional And Personal Life Through Self-Leadership &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Learning How to Integrate Your Professional and Personal Life Through Self-Leadership

Explore the transformative power of present moment awareness with Pallavi Jain on this episode of "The Fire Inside Her". Host Diane Schroeder and Pallavi discuss practical ways to break free from reac…

Explore the transfor…

Explore the transformative power of present moment awareness with Pallavi Jain on this episode of "The Fire Inside Her". Host Diane Schroeder and Pallavi discuss practical ways to break free from reactive behavior patterns, emphasized through heartwarming personal stories and insights. Discover how integrating personal and professional lives can lead to a more balanced and authentic life. Pallavi introduces her unique approach to self-leadership, "Lead From Within," revealing three essential components to achieving true empowerment. Uncover how micro-steps in daily chores can boost creativity …

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Navigating Grief To Find Gratitude And Embrace Growth- It'S Time To Revisit A Courageous Episode &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Navigating Grief to Find Gratitude and Embrace Growth- It's Time to Revisit a Courageous Episode

Last year for episode 42 of The Fire Inside Her, host Diane Schroeder connected with each of us sharing her own journey through Grief and joining joy with sorrow as we enter the holiday season. This p…

Last year for episod…

Last year for episode 42 of The Fire Inside Her, host Diane Schroeder connected with each of us sharing her own journey through grief and joining joy with sorrow as we enter the holiday season. This powerful episode is worth revisiting as we enter the holiday season once again. Join Diane for this valuable conversation on the interconnected themes of grief, gratitude, and growth during the holiday season. As we approach a time that can be both joyous and challenging, Diane explores the importance of acknowledging our Emotions and creating space for healing. Through personal stories and insight…

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An Author'S Courageous Journey To Share A Texas True Crime Story &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
An Author's Courageous Journey to Share a Texas True Crime Story

Step into a world where genealogy meets true crime in this captivating episode of The Fire Inside Her. Host Diane Schroeder engages in a riveting conversation with Pepper Anne, who shares her unique e…

Step into a world wh…

Step into a world where genealogy meets true crime in this captivating episode of The Fire Inside Her. Host Diane Schroeder engages in a riveting conversation with Pepper Anne, who shares her unique experience of discovering a Family member’s involvement in sensational criminal activities. Explore the twists and turns of Pepper’s 13-year journey to write her first book, revealing the real events behind cattle rustling and high-stakes jailbreaks. This episode promises to pique the interest of aficionados of true crime, storytelling, and family history. Get ready to uncover a world of myster…

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Parenting In Competitive Youth Sports: From Baseball Mom Heather Dirck &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
Parenting in Competitive Youth Sports: From Baseball Mom Heather Dirck

Join Diane Schroeder as she chats with Heather Dirk about the multifaceted challenges and rewards of being a baseball mom. In this episode, Heather reveals her journey in authoring a must-read book fo…

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Join Diane Schroeder as she chats with Heather Dirk about the multifaceted challenges and rewards of being a baseball mom. In this episode, Heather reveals her journey in authoring a must-read book for sports parents, filled with humor and tips on managing gear, understanding tryouts, and surviving those long tournament weekends. Discover the life lessons learned on and off the field, the value of early scheduling, and the importance of fostering a sense of community among sports families. If you've ever juggled between supporting your child and managing your sanity, this episode offers relata…

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An Alternate Route To Navigate And Prioritize Women'S Health And Self Care &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
An Alternate Route to Navigate and Prioritize Women's Health and Self Care

Join Diane Schroeder in an insightful conversation with Lisa Wessel on the life-changing journey of managing women’s Health issues. From exploring the taboo topic of Menopause phases to the struggle…

Join Diane Schroeder…

Join Diane Schroeder in an insightful conversation with Lisa Wessel on the life-changing journey of managing women’s health issues. From exploring the taboo topic of menopause phases to the struggles with high healthcare costs, Lisa's expertise will shed light on the challenges many women face but often go unspoken. Discover why annual blood work is a game-changer and how personal advocacy can transform your interactions with healthcare providers. Lisa's shift from conventional healthcare to opening her private practice, Encompass Women’s Health, offers an inspiring narrative of self-disco…

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The Healing And Magical Power Of Art: Maggie Evans On Self-Trust And Confidence &Raquo; Uqjapehs6Lzxpzfqf0Zamqv
The Healing and Magical Power of Art: Maggie Evans on Self-Trust and Confidence

In this thought-provoking episode of The Fire Inside Her, Diane Schroeder welcomes Maggie Evans to discuss self-trust, creative power, and the art of healing. Listen in on Maggie's transition from a w…

In this thought-prov…

In this thought-provoking episode of The Fire Inside Her, Diane Schroeder welcomes Maggie Evans to discuss self-trust, creative power, and the art of healing. Listen in on Maggie's transition from a wedding dressmaker to a somatic art therapist, using her skills to guide grieving women through significant life changes. The conversation also touches on the role of boundaries, self-care, and the fascinating connection between the body and emotional health. With compelling references to books like "The Body Keeps the Score" and "The Untethered Soul," Maggie and Diane provide practical and inspiri…

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