Monica Kaufman Pearson is the first woman and first minority to anchor the daily evening news in Atlanta, Georgia, where she worked for 37 years at the leading station, WSB-TV.  She now hosts and produces Monica Pearson One on One, a monthly personality interview program for Gray Media Group. She has won over 33 Southern Regional and local Emmy Awards for reporting, anchoring, and her Closeups celebrity interview show.  

In this episode, Monica shares how viewers did not welcome her when she first debuted on the air, the perfect way to say no, and what battling cancer taught her.

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and is now a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television, after covering the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Monica on IG at https://www.instagram.com/monicakpearson/.

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Award-winning CBS News Correspondent and co-host of CBS Saturday Morning, Michelle Miller, struggled to find belonging for many years. 

After the murder of George Floyd, she picked up her phone and started recording her reaction and commentary as part of an assignment. Little did she know her story would resonate with so many and lead to a New York Times best-selling book called, "Belonging: A Daughter's Search for Identity Through Love and Loss.”

Michelle Miller joined CBS News in 2004. She has reported on stories of national and international importance. From presidential elections to the climate crisis, her area of coverage is wide-ranging, but her reporting around social justice has been particularly groundbreaking. From her coverage of the killings of George Floyd, Trayvon Martin, and Michael Brown, the Emanuel 9 Massacre in Charleston, to sexual assault allegations against Bill Cosby, Russell Simmons, and Harvey Weinstein, Miller has been at the forefront of CBS News' coverage of the protest movement involving these issues.

In this episode, Michelle shares insight into her book, ”Belonging: A Daughter's Search for Identity Through Love and Loss.” She shares how racism has affected her entire life. And she also shares how she found her confidence as a young reporter. It’s a fascinating episode.

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and covered the White House for CBS News nationally. She now is the anchor of Local News Live for Gray Television and a National Correspondent. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Michelle on IG at @MichelleMiller29

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Join Debra Alfarone, the dynamic host of "Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties," as she sits down with the incredible Melissa Eamer. In this week's episode, Melissa takes us on her remarkable journey from restaurant owner to Amazon executive, and now the visionary founder of Modern Age—a groundbreaking company focused on empowering individuals to take charge of their aging process.

Drawing from her wealth of experience at Glossier and Amazon, Melissa unveils her passion for revolutionizing the way we approach aging. Discover how Modern Age is redefining aging by offering people greater control over the speed and quality of their aging journey.

Prepare to be inspired as Melissa shares her insights, challenges, and triumphs in navigating the corporate world and venturing into entrepreneurship. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with a true trailblazer who is shaping the future of how we look at ourselves. Tune in now to gain a fresh perspective on aging and unlocking your full potential with Melissa Eamer on "Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties."

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how hard being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and now is a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television. Previously, she covered the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry. 

This episode is part of SIWIKIMT's star-studded season 2. 

Learn more about Modern Age at https://modern-age.com

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Denise Dudley is a professional trainer, keynote speaker, author, business consultant, and founder and former CEO of SkillPath Seminars, the largest public training company in the world. Denise holds a Ph.D. in behavioral psychology, a hospital administrator's license, a preceptor for administrators-in-training license, and is licensed to provide training to medical professionals in the United States and Canada. Her latest book, “Work it! Get in, Get noticed, Get promoted,” currently in its third printing, is available on Amazon.com. 

Denise shares her top career tips for 20-somethings, including the science behind fake-it-til-you-make-it, why you should never skip personalizing a cover letter, and her personal invite for David Byrne.

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and is now a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television, after covering the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Denise on IG at @contactdenisedudley and buy her book, “Work it! Get in, Get noticed, Get promoted” on Amazon.com

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If you want to supercharge your career, talk to Vicki Salemi. She's a career expert for Monster, author, nationally syndicated columnist "Vicki on Careers" for Tribune, keynote speaker, HR people officer/talent consultant, corporate ghostwriter, and friend.

Join Vicki in this power-packed episode as she shares invaluable tips to supercharge your career. Discover the art of negotiating for higher salaries, learn the secret to perfect timing when applying for jobs, and unlock the potential of a single phone call to propel your career to new heights. Get ready to take control of your professional journey and achieve the success you deserve. Don't miss out on this transformative episode!

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and is now a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television, after covering the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Vicki on IG at https://www.instagram.com/vickisalemi.

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Pop culture divas Chaelesse Delpleche and Maria Sellars join me to discuss the epic Taylor Swift vs Beyoncé debate, delve into the captivating world of Scandoval, and indulge in all things Sex and the City. 🎧🔥

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and is now a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television, after covering the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Chaelesse on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/chaelesse

Connect with Maria on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/marialouse20

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TV Reporter Nora J.S. Reichardt is one of the only transgender TV reporters in the nation. She’s also a GLAAD Media Award nominee. 

Nora is originally from Minnesota and now tells stories for Local 5 News in Iowa. She made headlines when she came out as transgender in 2022 on air.

When she isn't chasing the news of the day, Nora can usually be found reading at a coffee shop, playing video games, or spending too much time on Twitter.

In this episode, Nora shares how coming out brought her closer to her parents, how she manages decision paralysis and work-life balance, and how you can best be an ally.

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and is now a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television, after covering the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Nora on IG or Twitter at @nora_jsr.

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Join me in this powerful episode as I sit down with the incredible Michelle Li, who transformed a hurtful racist voicemail into a profound teaching moment that sparked a movement across the globe. 🌍❤️

Michelle Li is an award-winning, veteran journalist who co-launched The Very Asian Foundation in January 2022 alongside friend and fellow journalist Gia Vang. This movement landed her on The Ellen Show.

Michelle's inspiring journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and the transformative power of turning adversity into a force for positive change. 🙌🔥

Tune in as we delve into her story, exploring the lessons learned, the impact made, and the ongoing fight against racism. This is an episode you won't want to miss! 🎉🎧

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how hard being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and now is a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television. Previously, she covered the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

This episode is part of SIWIKIMT's star-studded season 2.

Connect with Michelle at: veryasianfoundation.org or follow her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/MichelleLiTV or https://www.instagram.com/theveryasianfoundation

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