grownwoman
grownwoman
Podcast Description
grownwoman with Shannon Allen is a space for women who’ve had to step up, stand tall, and transform their lives when everything was on the line. Hosted by entrepreneur and grown founder Shannon Allen, this podcast dives into the real stories of women who faced health scares, heartbreak, and life-altering moments—and came out stronger.
Through raw conversations on resilience, reinvention, and the power of community, grownwoman explores what it truly means to build something meaningful—whether it’s a business, a legacy, or a new way of living. If you're navigating a big shift, reclaiming your power, or just need inspiration from women who’ve been there, this podcast is for you.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of resilience, reinvention, and the strength of community. Episodes explore personal stories of women overcoming health scares, heartbreak, and life-altering events, such as the journey of Karen Guggenheim from grief to growth. Other topics include the science of happiness, leadership, and emotional well-being, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and empowerment.
grownwoman with Shannon Allen is a space for women who’ve had to step up, stand tall, and transform their lives when everything was on the line. Hosted by entrepreneur and grown founder Shannon Allen, this podcast dives into the real stories of women who faced health scares, heartbreak, and life-altering moments—and came out stronger.
Through raw conversations on resilience, reinvention, and the power of community, grownwoman explores what it truly means to build something meaningful—whether it’s a business, a legacy, or a new way of living. If you’re navigating a big shift, reclaiming your power, or just need inspiration from women who’ve been there, this podcast is for you.
Jessica Cristobal is no stranger to leadership, resilience, and reinvention. From growing up in a military family to becoming the First Lady of University of Miami Canes Football, Jessica has worn many hats: mother, entrepreneur, pageant queen, and founder of the Leading Ladies League.
In this powerful episode of grownwoman, Jessica opens up about what it means to build a life rooted in service, sisterhood, and faith. She shares how her mother modeled grace and leadership as a military wife, how she stepped away from a corporate career to build something with more purpose, and why empowering women is her life’s mission.
Whether she’s mentoring foster youth or showing up for student athletes, Jessica leads with heart. Her story is a masterclass in saying yes to what scares you, showing up as your authentic self, and turning every season of life into a platform for impact.
KEY POINTS
[0:00] Jessica’s story of being born to a military family in Germany
[7:00] Her parents on instilling leadership, faith, and love across cultures and communities.
[11:50] Her early career in corporate America sparked her entrepreneurial drive.
[15:38]Leading Ladies League was born from a simple dinner with powerhouse women
[19:27] Jessica on relaunching her mission to empower women globally.
[24:58] Competing as Mrs. Florida International 2025 was a divine “say yes” moment
[32:44] Her success principles: Say yes, show up as your best self.
[44:24] On leadership and love at the University of Miami’s Football.
QUOTES
“Authenticity is the closest thing to perfection.” – Jessica Cristobal
“Say yes… even if it scares you. The thing that gives you butterflies is what you’re meant to do.” – Jessica Cristobal
“Your attitude determines your altitude. Enthusiasm is your currency.” – Jessica Cristobal
“Hopelessness breeds tyranny; but hope, faith, and purpose breed leadership.” – Shannon Allen
GUEST RESOURCES
Jessica Cristobal
IG | @jessicacristobalofficial
RESOURCES
Shannon Allen
Grown Website | https://www.grown.org/
IG | @shannonwalkerallen
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grownwoman is produced by EPYC Media Network
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