http://www.wovu.orgenCareersWOVU Studioshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/73382c90d77982ced719c5619e6dc8dd.jpghttp://www.wovu.orgTue, 14 Apr 2026 08:45:19 +0000WOVU StudiosWOVU Studiosinfo@fcbradio.comWise Women Radio is a powerful platform dedicated to uplifting and informing women through real conversations about work, opportunity, and community. Produced by HHW Ohio, the show highlights inspiring stories, career resources, and pathways to...false14bc1e86-eeea-50aa-ba6f-65cf2dfee359episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pay-transparency-and-workers-rights--68402065https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68402065Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:51:34 +0000WOVU StudiosDr. J and Casey talk with the Northeast Ohio Workers Center about Cleveland’s new pay transparency law, which requires salary ranges in job postings and bans asking about salary history. This change aims to close wage gaps — especially for women and...2941cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-breaking-barriers-in-the-trades--68402064https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68402064Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:51:22 +0000WOVU StudiosDr. J and Casey speak with retired tradeswoman Doreen Cannon about her path into the construction trades and the challenges women face in the industry. Doreen shares how a pre-apprenticeship program launched her career, the value of union...3162cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/decoding-the-job-market-for-empowered-career-choices--68402063https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68402063Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:51:12 +0000WOVU StudiosDr. J, Casey, and Sarah Taylor break down labor market information to help women explore high-paying, non-traditional careers. They explain key employment terms, stress the importance of understanding data for career planning, and encourage using...3361cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/authentic-communication-at-work--67942296https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67942296Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:19 +0000WOVU StudiosDr. J, Casey, and Sarah revisit workplace communication, stressing psychological safety, authenticity, and strategies to navigate microaggressions. Drawing on McKinsey data, they examine code-switching, its costs, and the pressure to conform, while...3057cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/communication-safety-and-authenticity--67942295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67942295Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:05:24 +0000WOVU StudiosDr. J, Casey, and Sarah explore the challenges of workplace communication for women, focusing on safety, authenticity, and advancement. Drawing on McKinsey’s 2024 report, they discuss microaggressions, code-switching, and psychological safety, while...3344cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clean-energy-and-green-jobs--67942294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67942294Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:05:13 +0000WOVU StudiosSylvia Rios of Manufacturing Works discusses clean energy, climate change, and Northeast Ohio’s growing green job sector. 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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67135121Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:03:50 +0000WOVU StudiosThis Wise Women episode features Dr. Salwa Beheiry, Director of CSU’s Construction Management Program, discussing sustainability, technology, and women’s leadership in construction. She highlights CSU’s hands-on curriculum, industry partnerships, and...


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66773436Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:37:54 +0000WOVU StudiosDr. J and Sarah Taylor celebrate Pride Month with Amanda Cole of Plexus, discussing LGBTQ workplace inclusion, policy setbacks, and the need for true allyship. Amanda shares how Plexus supports LGBTQ professionals through advocacy, training, and...











]]>3506cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unlocking-manufacturing-careers-for-women--66330134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66330134Thu, 29 May 2025 17:44:31 +0000WOVU StudiosBeth Dawson, Director of the Apprenticeship Program at Manufacturing Works, joins Wise Women to talk about the growing need for talent in Ohio’s manufacturing industry—and why more women should see it as a real career option. With over 12,000...3128cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/still-in-the-game-empowering-women-55-in-the-workforce--66329781https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66329781Thu, 29 May 2025 17:35:09 +0000WOVU StudiosSimone McNitt, Executive Director, and Shirley Rush, Program Administrative Assistant at Encore Employment Enterprise (E3), join Wise Women to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for women over 55 reentering the workforce. 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We discuss the barriers, the breakthroughs, and the importance of mentorship,...3309cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/constance-haqq-women-water-the-power-of-infrastructure--66135056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66135056Mon, 19 May 2025 03:52:19 +0000WOVU StudiosConstance Haqq, Chief Administrative Officer at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, joins Wise Women to talk about the vital role of infrastructure—and why it’s a powerful career path for women. 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We explore how this hidden workload affects career growth, mental health, and what real support in the...3094cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelia-wright-building-more-than-buildings--66135057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66135057Mon, 19 May 2025 03:15:07 +0000WOVU StudiosShelia Wright of Frontline Development Group joins Wise Women to talk about what it means to be a Black woman in real estate development—and why it’s about more than bricks and mortar. She shares her journey, the challenges and wins of navigating the...3039cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/councilwoman-stephanie-howse-jones-advocating-for-women-families-communities--66135062https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66135062Mon, 19 May 2025 03:13:10 +0000WOVU StudiosCouncilwoman Stephanie Howse-Jones shares how her background in public policy informs her work as a leader in Cleveland’s Ward 7. In this episode of Wise Women, she talks about her commitment to improving outcomes for Black women and girls, uplifting...3174cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-passion-to-purpose-how-sarah-taylor-is-shaping-community-engagement--66135058https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66135058Mon, 19 May 2025 03:08:11 +0000WOVU StudiosIn this episode, Sarah Taylor, Community Engagement Manager at HHW Ohio, reflects on her transition into the role and how she brought her experience and passion for people to the work. She opens up about personal growth, what it means to truly serve a...2296cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driven-to-lead-daveda-bencs-on-purpose-progress-public-transit--66135055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66135055Mon, 19 May 2025 03:06:35 +0000WOVU StudiosDaveda Bencs, Transportation Manager of Bus Operations at GCRTA, shares her journey from dispatcher to leadership, what inspired her to build a career in public transit, and the deeper mission behind the work.3302cleveland,hhwohio,publicradio,wisewomen,wisewomenradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefull