Rock the Damn Boat
Claim This Podcastby Christy Hughes
Podcast Overview
<p><b>Rock the Damn Boat</b> is a podcast for women who were raised to be good, grateful, and quiet—and are ready to unlearn all three.</p><p></p><p>Host <b>Christy Hughes</b> grew up in the Bible Belt, where the “right” path meant being practical, pleasing others, and not rocking the boat. As an empath and lifelong people-pleaser, she learned early how to read the room, put everyone else’s needs first, and silence her own instincts in the name of peace. But eventually, that way of living came at a cost. </p><p></p><p>Nearly a decade sober from alcohol, her former coping mechanism, Christy blends personal storytelling with honest conversations about boundaries, burnout, sobriety, identity shifts, and redefining success—especially for women leaving corporate life, navigating midlife transitions, or stepping into leadership without losing themselves. </p><p></p><p>You’ll hear from female founders, former high achievers, quiet leaders, and recovering people-pleasers who chose courage over compliance.</p><p>This podcast is for women who were taught to stay small, be sensible, and keep the peace—but feel called to live louder, truer, and on their own terms. </p><p></p><p>If you’ve ever said yes when you meant no, followed the “safe” path while your heart wanted more, or felt the tension between empathy and self-respect, <b>Rock the Damn Boat</b> is your permission slip to choose differently.</p><p></p><p>You can learn more about Christy's personal and corporate coaching programs and retreats at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thrivewithchristy.com" target="_blank">www.thrivewithchristy.com</a></p>
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July 6, 2026
Feeling All The Feels: The Reality of Post-Menopausal Fatigue, PTSD, and Aging
<p>In this Monday Mini episode of RTDB, Christy gets honest about the fatigue that comes with aging, the strange grief of realizing some "firsts" are behind her, and why she's leaning harder into travel to satisfy her wanderlust. She also unpacks why women's brains seem to dig up old trauma out of nowhere — and what to do when it happens.</p><p><b>Show Notes:</b></p><ul><li>The real, unfiltered version of fatigue — not "tired," but the deeper exhaustion of aging and carrying more</li><li>Grieving the "firsts" — acknowledging that some experiences won't happen again, and why that's okay</li><li>Choosing travel as a response to wanderlust instead of postponing it "someday"</li><li>Why women's brains seem wired to resurface old trauma — nervous system patterns, not weakness</li><li>Reframing fatigue and memory resurfacing as information, not failure</li></ul><p></p><p>Support:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://menopause.org" target="_blank">menopause.org</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://sherecovers.org" target="_blank">sherecovers.org</a></p><p></p>
July 1, 2026
How Curiosity Builds a Celebrated Career: The Non-Linear Path to Leadership with Rachel Skaff
<p>Rachel Skaff is the Senior Vice President of Sales at FedEx and a veteran of the tech industry with past leadership stints at AWS and Intel. Known for her "messy, magical, and spectacular" career path, Rachel combines the technical mind of a computer scientist with the heart of a mentor. She is a passionate champion for STEM and a believer that an exceptional life only happens outside of your comfort zone. When she isn't scaling global organizations, she’s exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations with her six children.</p><p></p><p>Join Christy as she discusses Rachel's wide variety of industries, from hardhat construction as a civil engineer to global logistics with FedEx. At the heart of everything Rachel does is a curiosity for how things work, how to simplify them, and how to improve the world around us.</p><p></p><p>Beyond the P&L, Rachel is a fierce advocate for inclusive leadership and STEM education. She is a sought-after voice on the "Human Advantage" in the age of AI, believing that vulnerability and authenticity are the ultimate drivers of high-performing cultures. Rachel holds an MBA from Regis University and is an alumna of Columbia Business School. Based in the Phoenix area, she is a mother of six and an avid adventurer who can be found hiking or boating when she isn't transforming global sales organizations.</p><p></p><p>What We Discuss:</p><ul><li>Rachel's starting line, and how her career has looked more like an obstacle course than a run</li><li>The key traits of steady leadership</li><li>The difficult but necessary act of listening</li><li>How we can shape the next generation through understanding and support</li><li>How grabbing the markers help us play it big</li></ul><p></p><p>Follow Rachel's colorful career and tips on compassionate leadership and presence on LinkedIn:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelskaff/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelskaff/</a></p><p></p><p>Learn more about Christy's work at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://thrivewithchristy.com" target="_blank">thrivewithchristy.com</a></p><p></p>
June 29, 2026
Lake Tahoe Hiking Adventure: My Favorite Northern California Trails & Bruised (and Bare) Bums
<p>Christy shares a thrilling (and hilarious) hiking adventure through Northern California and Tahoe, complete with a rickety bridge crossing, a steep tumble, and an unexpected visit to a secret clothing-optional beach. This episode is all about courage, rediscovery, and the messy side of stepping outside your comfort zone.</p><hr /><p><b>What Happened</b><br />Christy tackled a challenging hike that included crossing a sketchy wooden bridge and navigating a steep descent—which ended with a literal fall on her bum and a bruise to prove it. The adventure took an amusing turn when she discovered a clothing-optional beach nearby, where she became one of many "bums" enjoying nature in the raw.</p><p></p><p><b>Why It Matters</b><br />This isn't just a funny story—it's about what happens when you revisit things you used to love and push past the fear that says you can't.</p><p></p><p><b>3 Key Takeaways</b></p><ol><li><b>Enjoy Nature</b> — Get outside. The views, the fresh air, and the reminder that you're small in the best way.</li><li><b>Revisit Things You Used to Love</b> — Hiking used to be Christy's thing. Coming back to it brought joy she'd forgotten.</li><li><b>Step Out of Your Comfort Zone</b> — That's where the story (and the bruise) come from. Growth isn't always graceful.<p></p></li></ol><p><b>Safety Reminder</b><br />Be sun smart and <i>always</i> tell someone where you're going—especially on solo or remote hikes.</p><p></p><p>Follow me on Instagram for more hiking photos</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.instagram.com/rockthedamnboat" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/rockthedamnboat</a></p><p>Find out more about The Thrive Collective</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.thrivewithchristy.com" target="_blank">www.thrivewithchristy.com</a></p><p></p>
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- What is Rock the Damn Boat?
<p><b>Rock the Damn Boat</b> is a podcast for women who were raised to be good, grateful, and quiet—and are ready to unlearn all three.</p><p></p><p>Host <b>Christy Hughes</b> grew up in the Bible Belt, where the “right” path meant being practical, pleasing others, and not rocking the boat. As an empath and lifelong people-pleaser, she learned early how to read the room, put everyone else’s needs first, and silence her own instincts in the name of peace. But eventually, that way of living came at a cost. </p><p></p><p>Nearly a decade sober from alcohol, her former coping mechanism, Christy blends personal storytelling with honest conversations about boundaries, burnout, sobriety, identity shifts, and redefining success—especially for women leaving corporate life, navigating midlife transitions, or stepping into leadership without losing themselves. </p><p></p><p>You’ll hear from female founders, former high achievers, quiet leaders, and recovering people-pleasers who chose courage over compliance.</p><p>This podcast is for women who were taught to stay small, be sensible, and keep the peace—but feel called to live louder, truer, and on their own terms. </p><p></p><p>If you’ve ever said yes when you meant no, followed the “safe” path while your heart wanted more, or felt the tension between empathy and self-respect, <b>Rock the Damn Boat</b> is your permission slip to choose differently.</p><p></p><p>You can learn more about Christy's personal and corporate coaching programs and retreats at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thrivewithchristy.com" target="_blank">www.thrivewithchristy.com</a></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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