FROM THE VAULT Enjoy this informative re-released episode from Season 2:Is “that person” in your life a psychopath, or just a sociopath? Triple A welcomes Maya Bourdeau, an empath and an expert on human behavior who created a business based on her understanding of why we do what we do. If you’re wondering how to spot and avoid people who might take advantage of you, this episode is a must-listen.

FROM THE VAULTEnjoy this incredible re-released episode from Season 2:Content warning: this interview includes references to sexual assault and rape. Listener discretion is advised. If you need support, check out rainn.org for help 24/7.There are feminists, and then there are FEMINISTS! This week’s episode travels halfway around the globe to talk with Maya, a graduate student in Amman, Jordan. Maya is on a mission to create environments where someone’s assigned gender has nothing to do with their ability to thrive.

FROM THE VAULTEnjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 4:When she was a child, Wanda was among the first kids in New York City to be bussed from her predominantly Black neighborhood in Brooklyn to a mostly white school in Queens. And Wanda was one of a few girls of color to attend the exclusive Chapin School in Manhattan. In both cases, one of the school administrators saw her and helped make her experience positive. Fast forward to today where Wanda is the head of the Hamlin School for Girls in San Francisco, providing the same beacon of light, not only to her students and the faculty, but to parents and the community as well. Anne and Arielle fell in love with this vision of hope and possibility, and saved this interview for the last one of the season because she’ll leave you smiling until Season 5 is ready to go.

FROM THE VAULT: Enjoy this fascinating re-released episode from Season 3:We’re all born with certain natural strengths. Bo Shao’s abilities happened to be math. In his early years, he became known as one of the greatest mathematicians in China. His success and celebrity catapulted him to Harvard, where he continued to thrive academically but also to realize that his single-minded focus could be made far more relevant by gaining emotional and spiritual insight into himself and the world around him. That was the true beginning of his astounding journey. While he went on to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in China and then a major player in venture capital on a global scale, Bo’s passion has shifted to his focus to work that not only does well financially, but does good, too. He’s one of those friends that blow our minds.

FROM THE VAULT:  Enjoy this insightful re-released episode from Season 4:Narcissistic partners, bosses or family members can be highly critical, cruel and impossible to live with. The same can be true for us when we become our own toughest critics. That’s why Anne and Arielle reached out to Dr. Wendy Behary, author of the best-selling book, Disarming the Narcissist and a globally-respected psychotherapist. Wendy sees some through-lines between people who are critical of us and those of us who are cruel and critical of ourselves. Fortunately, she’s got some great insights about how to deal with both types. Our conversation with her left us with hope that we can squelch our own inner critics and find the strength to protect ourselves from the narcissists in our lives as well.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this moving re-released episode from Season 4:It’s almost impossible to imagine losing a child to gun violence. But maybe even more unimaginable is having the strength to channel grief into action. Pati Navalta Poblete did just that. Following the tragic death of her son Robby, Pati began her quest to take guns that are turned in as part of government buy-back programs and to turn them into community art. What’s more, she has been able to bridge the conversation between gun-owners and those who wish to curb gun possession, fostering understanding and dialogue that brings both sides closer together

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 3:You understand isolation from your COVID days. And you know that there was more than one occasion when you thought you’d go crazy being stuck in that space, away from the people and the activities that you loved. Now imagine doing that in captivity halfway around the world, locked in a single cement cell, not understanding the language, and having no information about whether you would be killed or released. And imagine being in that situation for 410 days. This is the story of Sarah Shourd, an American journalist who wandered into Iran unknowingly and faced the trial of her life

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this fascinating re-released episode from Season 2: Who are the people shaping the books we read and stories we care about?Triple A gets up close and personal with Cindy Spiegel and Julie Grau, two of the publishing industry’s most successful leaders about how they work together as friends and how they have become the culture-trackers who shape the books that change our lives.Follow Spiegel & GrauJoin us at Parlay HouseLearn more on Bring A Friend

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 3: Imagine pushing and then steering a racing machine weighing over 280lbs down an icy track and reaching speeds of nearly 90 miles an hour. Any miscalculation, muscle twitch or slightly miscued decision could result not only in a loss of victory, but disastrous injury. Now imagine doing that with a newborn baby who travels everywhere with you and a husband with an identical career as a bobsledding champion. This interview with Elana Meyers Taylor, multiple-time world champion and Olympic medalist will give you chills and warm your heart.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 3:With eight New York Times Best-Selling books and a very public career investigating the potential of plants (and psychedelics) to positively affect the human experience, Michael Pollan is already a household name. (Or is he a garden name?) But what’s actually going on inside his brain? There’s a lot happening in there, and Michael opened up to us about his process, his craft, and why his life immersed in plants has led him down a hedge-hog hole of self-reflection, revealing possibilities, surprise and delight.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 3:As the President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Sherrilyn Ifill has had her hands full lately. With a mission of seeking structural changes and eliminating disparities to bring equality to all Americans, Sherrilyn has carried a heavy load over the years. She’s argued before the Supreme Court, supported the families whose lives have been devastated by racism, and has fought valiantly for fairness for so many who have been denied. What does it feel like to champion that mission and hold that responsibility when all eyes are upon you? You’ll be surprised and delighted to hear the personal truths from a real, down-to-earth woman who is fighting for so many.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 2:What does it feel like to be a sex symbol, and how do you ensure that people pay attention to more than just what you look like? Brandy Ledford, centerfold, Bay Watch babe, actress, and model shines a light on the glory of airbrushed celebrity and the life moments that make her very, very real.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this inspiring re-released episode from Season 1:Life’s most trying moments often give us the greatest insight. This is certainly true for Season 1’s final guest, Vicky Tsai. Founder of the globally triumphant skincare brand, Tatcha, Vicky’s mission began as a way to personally recover from the trauma of 9/11 and has since evolved to become the story of a determined Asian female founder who found a way to integrate mind, body, and generous spirit into the products she creates and the way she does business.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this re-released episode from Season 1:You think you know Tina Knowles-Lawson? She’s a fashion designer. An entrepreneur. And of course, mom to Beyoncé and Solange. Triple A was blown away by Miss Tina, but not for the reasons you’d think. At the heart of this conversation is a queen whose heart of gold shines far brighter than all of the beauty and success you see on the outside.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this powerful re-released episode from Season 1:Growing up as the daughter of undocumented parents, Jessica Oliveira-Haddad never knew whether a knock at the door might tear her family apart. She talks to Triple A about the catalytic moments that changed her outlook on life, centered her purpose, and empowered her to raise her voice to stand up for people going through the same things she did. Her story is one that will be all-too-familiar for some, but inspiring and hopeful for all.

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this spicy re-released episode from Season 1:Break out the blindfolds...in this episode, Mistress Heather invites Triple A into the world of kink. She may be a marketing consultant by day, but by night she helps people fill gaps in their sex lives in ways that are more empowering and transformative than you might imagine. This conversation is both juicy and poignant. Don’t we all need a bit of that?

FROM THE VAULT | Enjoy this re-released episode from Season 1: Returning to public school in Afghanistan after the fall of the Taliban, Shabana Basij-Rasikh found her power. Shabana spoke with Triple A about her rise out of oppression, and how education is unlocking potential for girls in post-conflict countries to become the next generation of leaders. She’s spearheading a national transformation, creating a model that can be applied around the globe.