<![CDATA[The Well Chosen Woman Podcast]]>Hosted by Well Chosen Woman founder Marla Isackson, The Well Chosen Woman Podcast brings women together for warm, honest conversations about the stage of life they're in now, and the well-chosen things that make it a little brighter along the way.

]]>https://www.wellchosenwoman.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:50:36 GMTTue, 21 Jul 2026 14:17:46 GMT60Marla Isackson<p>Hosted by Well Chosen Woman founder Marla Isackson, The Well Chosen Woman Podcast brings women together for warm, honest conversations about the stage of life they're in now, and the well-chosen things that make it a little brighter along the way.</p>episodicMarla Isacksonanne@weareossa.comno<![CDATA[Bonnie Feld: Leading a Life in Live Entertainment]]>A conversation with Bonnie Feld, a Broadway producer and leader in the live entertainment industry. The discussion covers her journey, experiences, and insights into the world of theater production, family business, and philanthropy.

Takeaways

  • Leadership
  • Reinvention

Chapters

  • 00:00 The World of Theater Production
  • 01:59 The Role of a Producer
  • 03:24 Current Projects and Business Models
  • 05:08 The Impact of Live Entertainment
  • 06:57 Signature Theater and New Works
  • 09:13 The Emotional Impact of Entertainment
  • 11:27 Joining a Family Business
  • 13:21 Day-to-Day Responsibilities
  • 15:49 The Circus Experience
  • 18:40 Passion for Animals and Theater
  • 27:15 Embracing a New Chapter
  • 33:17 Mentoring and Personal Growth

About Well Chosen Woman
Well Chosen Woman is a home for honest conversations about choosing your own life, at whatever stage you're in. New episodes every week.

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]]>11d19fad-9ed8-4a5e-bd50-2feae2a81c4eTue, 01 Sep 2026 13:44:36 GMT<p>A conversation with Bonnie Feld, a Broadway producer and leader in the live entertainment industry. The discussion covers her journey, experiences, and insights into the world of theater production, family business, and philanthropy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Reinvention</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The World of Theater Production</li><li>01:59 The Role of a Producer</li><li>03:24 Current Projects and Business Models</li><li>05:08 The Impact of Live Entertainment</li><li>06:57 Signature Theater and New Works</li><li>09:13 The Emotional Impact of Entertainment</li><li>11:27 Joining a Family Business</li><li>13:21 Day-to-Day Responsibilities</li><li>15:49 The Circus Experience</li><li>18:40 Passion for Animals and Theater</li><li>27:15 Embracing a New Chapter</li><li>33:17 Mentoring and Personal Growth<br /></li></ul><p><b>About Well Chosen Woman</b><br />Well Chosen Woman is a home for honest conversations about choosing your own life, at whatever stage you're in. New episodes every week.</p><p></p><p><b>Listen and subscribe</b><br />Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-chosen-woman-podcast/id6807421149" target="_blank">podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-chosen-woman-podcast/id6807421149</a><br />Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://open.spotify.com/show/1uqBggc3nltTXgZedppVwc" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/show/1uqBggc3nltTXgZedppVwc</a><br />YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman" target="_blank">youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman</a></p><p></p><p><b>Join The Circle</b><br />The Circle is our community for women who want to go deeper between episodes. Learn more and join the waitlist at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Follow along</b><br />Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/wellchosenwoman" target="_blank">instagram.com/wellchosenwoman</a><br />TikTok: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@wellchosenwoman" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@wellchosenwoman</a><br />LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://linkedin.com/company/well-chosen-woman" target="_blank">linkedin.com/company/well-chosen-woman</a><br />Newsletter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Got a story to share?</b><br />If you're a well chosen woman with something interesting to share, or you know someone who is, I'd love to hear from you. Email me at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:marla@wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">marla@wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Rate and review</b><br />If this conversation resonated, we'd love a rating or review wherever you listen. It's the easiest way to help more women find the show.</p>no00:34:2313Bonnie Feld: Leading a Life in Live Entertainmentfull<![CDATA[Mary Ellen Scherl: Art, Service, and Defending Democracy]]>Mary Ellen Scherl, an artist, sculptor, and filmmaker, discusses her journey from advertising to art, her project 'Defending Democracy,' and her experiences with military women. She shares insights into her creative process and the impact of her work on society. Mary Ellen Scherl shares her journey of creating a documentary series featuring women in the military, capturing their stories and experiences. She discusses her interactions with the Coast Guard, her artistic process, and the impact of her work on the community. The project aims to honor and defend democracy through the portrayal of military women.

Takeaways

  • Multimedia platform for portraying US military women
  • Art as a tool for healing and awareness Military women's stories
  • Art as a medium for storytelling

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Mary Ellen Scherl
  • 01:33 Defending Democracy: Portraits of US Military Women
  • 03:10 Balancing Painting and Filmmaking
  • 04:45 Post-Production Process
  • 05:50 Transition from Advertising to Art
  • 07:22 Sculpting and the 'Memorial' Project
  • 09:21 Exploring Women's Stories Through Art
  • 15:18 Inspiration for 'Defending Democracy'
  • 20:42 Impact of Military Women's Stories
  • 22:57 Experience on the US Coast Guard Cutter
  • 23:15 Journey to the Arctic
  • 24:23 Filming on the Icebreaker
  • 25:21 Women in the Military
  • 39:25 The Space Force Portrait
  • 41:17 Supporting the Project

About Well Chosen Woman
Well Chosen Woman is a home for honest conversations about choosing your own life, at whatever stage you're in. New episodes every week.

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YouTube: youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman

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]]>57a76a08-8912-47c6-9e11-ef8e05a28375Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT<p>Mary Ellen Scherl, an artist, sculptor, and filmmaker, discusses her journey from advertising to art, her project 'Defending Democracy,' and her experiences with military women. She shares insights into her creative process and the impact of her work on society. Mary Ellen Scherl shares her journey of creating a documentary series featuring women in the military, capturing their stories and experiences. She discusses her interactions with the Coast Guard, her artistic process, and the impact of her work on the community. The project aims to honor and defend democracy through the portrayal of military women.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Multimedia platform for portraying US military women</li><li>Art as a tool for healing and awareness Military women's stories</li><li>Art as a medium for storytelling</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Mary Ellen Scherl</li><li>01:33 Defending Democracy: Portraits of US Military Women</li><li>03:10 Balancing Painting and Filmmaking</li><li>04:45 Post-Production Process</li><li>05:50 Transition from Advertising to Art</li><li>07:22 Sculpting and the 'Memorial' Project</li><li>09:21 Exploring Women's Stories Through Art</li><li>15:18 Inspiration for 'Defending Democracy'</li><li>20:42 Impact of Military Women's Stories</li><li>22:57 Experience on the US Coast Guard Cutter</li><li>23:15 Journey to the Arctic</li><li>24:23 Filming on the Icebreaker</li><li>25:21 Women in the Military</li><li>39:25 The Space Force Portrait</li><li>41:17 Supporting the Project</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Well Chosen Woman</b><br />Well Chosen Woman is a home for honest conversations about choosing your own life, at whatever stage you're in. New episodes every week.</p><p></p><p><b>Listen and subscribe</b><br />Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-chosen-woman-podcast/id6807421149" target="_blank">podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-chosen-woman-podcast/id6807421149</a><br />Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://open.spotify.com/show/1uqBggc3nltTXgZedppVwc" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/show/1uqBggc3nltTXgZedppVwc</a><br />YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman" target="_blank">youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman</a></p><p></p><p><b>Join The Circle</b><br />The Circle is our community for women who want to go deeper between episodes. Learn more and join the waitlist at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wellchosenwoman.com/the-circle" target="_blank">wellchosenwoman.com/</a></p><p></p><p><b>Follow along</b><br />Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/wellchosenwoman" target="_blank">instagram.com/wellchosenwoman</a><br />TikTok: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@wellchosenwoman" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@wellchosenwoman</a><br />LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://linkedin.com/company/well-chosen-woman" target="_blank">linkedin.com/company/well-chosen-woman</a><br />Newsletter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Got a story to share?</b><br />If you're a well chosen woman with something interesting to share, or you know someone who is, I'd love to hear from you. Email me at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:marla@wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">marla@wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Rate and review</b><br />If this conversation resonated, we'd love a rating or review wherever you listen. It's the easiest way to help more women find the show.</p>no00:37:5712Mary Ellen Scherl: Art, Service, and Defending Democracyfull<![CDATA[Janine Lederman: What's Worth Keeping]]>Janine Lederman, the third-generation president of George Lederman Inc., discusses the family's legacy in fine jewelry, the day-to-day operations of the business, the precision and attention to detail in jewelry making, the target audience for their pieces, the process of creating bespoke jewelry, the impact of market conditions on their strategy, and the popularity of colored gemstones. The conversation covers the transition of the jewelry business to the next generation, the impact of social media on marketing, and the emotional significance of jewelry to clients. It also delves into the evolving trends in jewelry and the importance of adapting to the changing styles.

Takeaways

  • Legacy of family business
  • Attention to detail in jewelry making
  • Impact of market conditions on strategy
  • Popularity of colored gemstones Generational transition in a family business
  • The emotional significance of jewelry to clients

Chapters

]]>7aef05c2-a743-4e51-b331-23a3e3d211b9Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:08:41 GMT<p>Janine Lederman, the third-generation president of George Lederman Inc., discusses the family's legacy in fine jewelry, the day-to-day operations of the business, the precision and attention to detail in jewelry making, the target audience for their pieces, the process of creating bespoke jewelry, the impact of market conditions on their strategy, and the popularity of colored gemstones. The conversation covers the transition of the jewelry business to the next generation, the impact of social media on marketing, and the emotional significance of jewelry to clients. It also delves into the evolving trends in jewelry and the importance of adapting to the changing styles.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Legacy of family business</li><li>Attention to detail in jewelry making</li><li>Impact of market conditions on strategy</li><li>Popularity of colored gemstones Generational transition in a family business</li><li>The emotional significance of jewelry to clients</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Popularity of Colored Gemstones</li><li>37:49 The Emotional Significance of Jewelry to Clients<br /><br /><b>About Well Chosen Woman</b><br />Well Chosen Woman is a home for honest conversations about choosing your own life, at whatever stage you're in. New episodes every week.<p></p><p><b>Listen and subscribe</b><br />Apple Podcasts: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-chosen-woman-podcast/id6807421149" target="_blank">podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-chosen-woman-podcast/id6807421149</a><br />Spotify: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://open.spotify.com/show/1uqBggc3nltTXgZedppVwc" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/show/1uqBggc3nltTXgZedppVwc</a><br />YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman" target="_blank">youtube.com/@WellChosenWoman</a></p><p></p><p><b>Join The Circle</b><br />The Circle is our community for women who want to go deeper between episodes. Learn more and join the waitlist at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wellchosenwoman.com/" target="_blank">wellchosenwoman.com/</a></p><p></p><p><b>Follow along</b><br />Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://instagram.com/wellchosenwoman" target="_blank">instagram.com/wellchosenwoman</a><br />TikTok: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@wellchosenwoman" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@wellchosenwoman</a><br />LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://linkedin.com/company/well-chosen-woman" target="_blank">linkedin.com/company/well-chosen-woman</a><br />Newsletter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Got a story to share?</b><br />If you're a well chosen woman with something interesting to share, or you know someone who is, I'd love to hear from you. Email me at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:marla@wellchosenwoman.com" target="_blank">marla@wellchosenwoman.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>Rate and review</b><br />If this conversation resonated, we'd love a rating or review wherever you listen. It's the easiest way to help more women find the show.</p></li></ul>no00:40:3011Janine Lederman: What's Worth Keepingfull