In Her Words: Working Conversations by Women

About In Her Words: Working Conversations by Women

In Her Words: Working Conversations By Women A safe space where women from all walks of life share their journeys, wisdom, and hard-earned lessons. Through candid, soulful conversations, we explore the evolution of women as they navigate careers, identity, reinvention, and purpose. Hosted by Thando Mazibuko, each episode amplifies authentic voices, celebrates resilience, and inspires others to step into their greater selves, unapologetically. Because when women speak, the world listens.

Publisher

Thando Mazibuko

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Jul 2020

Latest episode

17 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

61 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Jun 2026

   Light, Ministry & Action: Autism Doesn't Stop Purpose with Ron Sandison

   What if the thing the world calls a "limitation"… is actually the very thing that equips you to change it? Today on In Her Words, we are joined by Ron Sandison: author, minister, national speaker with autism, and the beloved voice behind the Honey Badger's Bible videos. Ron has memorized an astonishing 15,000 Bible verses (including 22 complete books of the New Testament) and shares a message of faith, neurodiversity, and God's blessings at 70 events a year, from churches in the US to conferences in Madagascar, Cameroon, and Israel. In his book Thought, Choice, Action, Ron writes about decision-making that releases power. But in his own life, he has lived out a beautiful progression: Light, Ministry, & Action. Through the light of his faith, the ministry of his global speaking, and the action of memorizing 15,000 verses, Ron proves one undeniable truth: Autism doesn't stop purpose. ✨ In this deeply moving conversation, we explore: • Why neurodivergence is not a barrier to your calling, but a profound part of your gift • The story behind the Honey Badger's Bible and how humor and truth can change lives. • How memorizing 15,000 verses has shaped his relationship with scripture and the people he serves. • Navigating healthcare, education, and faith systems that weren't built for neurodivergent people and how to bravely advocate for yourself. • The beautiful meaning of Father's Day, legacy, and honouring your parents as they grow older. If you've ever felt unseen, underestimated, or told your voice doesn't belong, this conversation is your invitation to remember: your story matters, your faith is valid, and your difference is a gift. 📚 Explore Ron’s Books: • ⁠Adulting on the Spectrum: An Insider's Guide for Navigating Life with Autism⁠ ( https://www.amazon.com/Adulting-Spectrum-Insiders-Navigating-Autism/dp/0825449332) ⁠ • Views from the Spectrum: A Window into Life and Faith with Your Neurodivergent Child⁠ (https://www.amazon.com/Views-Spectrum-Window-Faith-Neurodivergent/dp/0825446678) •⁠ A Parent’s Guide to Autism: Practical Advice. Biblical Wisdom⁠ ( https://www.amazon.com/Parents-Guide-Autism-Practical-Biblical/dp/1629986712) ⁠• Thought, Choice, Action: Decision-Making that Releases the Holy Spirit's Power⁠ ( https://www.amazon.com/Thought-Choice-Action-Decision-Making-Releases/dp/1632135248) 🎧 Listen now and remember: today, we rise, together. #Neurodiversity #AutismAndFaith #HoneyBadgersBible #RonSandison #InHerWords #ThandoMazibuko #FaithAndResilience #FathersDay #NeurodivergentVoices #ChristianPodcast

2. 

   10 Jun 2026

   The Caregiver’s Blueprint: Raymond Lavine on Empathy, Long-Term Care & Protecting Your Financial Future

   What happens when the people you love need care, but your financial plan didn't prepare you for it? In this episode of In Her Words, host Thando Mazibuko sits down with Raymond Lavine, Principal at Lavine LTC Benefits, co-author of the Amazon Best-Selling book Empathy and Understanding in Business, and host of Planning with Purpose, The Caregivers Blueprint. Raymond’s perspective is deeply personal. After watching his immigrant parents navigate the complex world of care over nearly two decades, he dedicated his career to helping families and businesses create safety nets that protect their careers, assets, and connections. 💡 In this conversation, Raymond breaks down: • The crucial difference between standard health insurance and long-term caregiving insurance. • Why comprehensive financial planning must include insurance, and why retirement planning isn't "fun" but absolutely necessary. • How to start early with a retirement plan and life insurance to secure your future . • Why caregiving is ultimately an act of empathy, and how it impacts women in the workplace and at home. • The hard truth: "People make the worst financial decisions without a plan." Whether you are a caregiver, a professional planning for retirement, or someone who just wants to protect your family's future, this episode will give you the practical tools to plan with purpose. 🔗 Connect with Raymond: •⁠ Website⁠ (https://www.lavineltcins.com): Book: Empathy and Understanding in Business 🎧 Listen now and start planning with purpose. #LongTermCare #CaregiversBlueprint #FinancialPlanning #RetirementPlanning #InHerWords #ThandoMazibuko #RaymondLavine #EmpathyInBusiness #WomenAndCaregiving

3. 

   3 Jun 2026

   Radical Reinvention: Surviving, Sabbaticals & Her New Legacy with Ashley D. Varnado

   What happens when the woman stewarding $25 billion across 18 markets realises she needs to stop, heal, and completely rewrite her definition of success? In this powerful episode of In Her Words, host Thando Mazibuko sits down with Ashley D. Varnado retired Managing Director in the Financial Services Industry, national news contributor, and author of the forthcoming book Out of the Yazoo Clay. After surviving three strokes, Ashley made a courageous choice: she took a radical sabbatical. She stepped away from the corporate boardroom to heal, reflect, and pivot toward a life of deeper purpose, eventually stepping into national media and writing. 💡 In this conversation, you’ll discover: • The raw truth about her health crisis and the courage it took to step back. • Why a "radical sabbatical" is sometimes the most strategic leadership move you can make. • How to align financial performance with human purpose and legacy. • Practical ways to champion emerging leaders while forging your own new path. • The mindset shift required to survive, reset, and redefine success on your own terms. 📖 ⁠Learn more about Ashley & her upcoming book:⁠ (https://www.theeashleyexchange.com/) ⁠Instagram⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/theeashleyexchange/) ⁠LinkedIn⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/adv54938920/) 🎧 Subscribe to In Her Words for more conversations that center women’s voices, healing, and purpose. 💬 Reflection: What’s one area of your life where you feel called to pause, reset, and redefine success? Save this episode for your next quiet moment. #RadicalReinvention #WomensLeadership #PurposeDriven #Sabbatical #InHerWords #ThandoMazibuko #OutoftheYazooClay #Legacy #HealingJourney

Who has been a guest on In Her Words: Working Conversations by Women

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Paula Nkandu Haamaundu
• Zinhle Sithebe
• Simon Calderbank
• Ntombizodwa Msane
• Amogelang Chikunyana

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

11,357

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

4.5 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 44 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32

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