The After Call

About The After Call

The After Call is a podcast and community for women navigating the messy chaos of life. We’re four women with bold perspectives having candid conversations about career, relationships, burnout, and everything in between. No filters, no perfection – just honest talk and a few laughs along the way.

Publisher

The After Call

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Feb 2026

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Are you owning your power?

   October isn’t just another month. It’s a reset, a power move, and a reality check. Season two kicks off with Nina and Jo asking what “power” really means once you stop performing for everyone else and start making decisions that fit your actual life. The show is back with just the two of them, and they’re getting candid: what changed behind the scenes, how their friendship has evolved, and why this season brings more tough love, more honesty, and more expert guests. Then they dig into October as “power month,” using October theory and the 10/10 portal to look at patterns, pivots, and the spots where people quietly give away their momentum. In this episode: How Jo uses reflection to catch repeating cycles in her personal and professional life Why pivoting the plan can signal growth, not failure How the law of detachment keeps you committed without clinging to one outcome Nina’s sharp questions on self-accountability and outside expectations How to reclaim your time, energy, and choices Power here isn’t politics or control. It’s the small daily decisions that shape your calendar, boundaries, relationships, and confidence. If you’re stretched thin, stuck in old patterns, or ready for a low-pressure reset before the year ends, this one will hit. It’s smart, funny, a little woo-woo, and deeply practical. Go into the next season with more clarity, less guilt, and a lot more power. Featuring: Nina the direct, pragmatic half, bringing tough-love questions and grounded perspective. Jo the reflective, heart-led co-host, sharing candid insights on change, detachment, and reinvention.

2. 

   9 Sept 2026

   The Likability Bias.... how to work with it

   What if the thing holding you back at work is not your performance, but whether people like you enough to give you power? This episode breaks down the likability bias, why women are so often judged on personality instead of results, and how to become a likeable badass without shrinking, softening, or apologizing for your ambition. Laurelle, Jo, and Nina kick off with a surprisingly revealing ChatGPT experiment that turns into a sharp conversation about how ambition, competence, and likability get rewarded differently in the workplace. From being labeled "aggressive" for the same behaviour men are praised for, to the hidden cost of getting feedback that starts with "she's brilliant, but...", the trio unpacks how bias shows up in meetings, performance reviews, promotions, and everyday leadership dynamics.You'll discover: Why likability and performance are not treated equally, especially for women How status and power are different, and why both matter if you want influence The subtle ways feedback on personality can shape your career path How body language, eye contact, posture, and even your facial expression affect how you're perceived What the book Likable Badass gets right about being warm, direct, authoritative, and respected at the same time Jo shares how her career taught her to bring bravado into rooms where she was often the only woman or the youngest person present. Nina explains how she uses genuine human connection to disarm tension and build trust. Laurelle reflects on wanting to be liked for reasons that actually matter i.e. consistency, credibility, and support, not for being warm and fuzzy. Together, they get honest about the tradeoffs of being the person who tells the hard truth. This conversation matters because if you do not understand how likability bias works, you can do everything "right" and still get passed over, misread, or stuck with the wrong kind of feedback. But if you can read the room, build status, and stay authentic while doing it, you can lead with more confidence and less second-guessing. Essential listening if you've ever been told to "bring people along," "soften your delivery," or "be more executive" without anyone explaining what that actually means. This one will make you rethink the feedback you've received and maybe even the feedback (and face) you're giving.

3. 

   10 Aug 2026

   Why Summer Unlocks the Version of You You Forgot

   Summer is doing more than warming us up, it’s pulling us back to themselves. Hosts Jo and Nina unpack why this season feels so powerful, especially for women, and why the real shift might be less about “hot girl summer” and more about reclaiming fun, connection, and the hobbies that make you feel alive. What starts as a conversation about sunny days and better social energy turns into a surprisingly honest look at identity, burnout, and the parts of ourselves that get buried under work, adulthood, and survival mode. Jo shares how returning to rowing, drawing, and creative play has helped her reconnect with who she was before the grind took over. Nina opens up about becoming more adventurous with age, exploring interior design and DJing, and how loss and perspective can change what joy looks like.You’ll discover: Why summer naturally brings out more connection, spontaneity, and female friendship The psychology behind returning to childhood hobbies when you’re healing How “play” can reveal your real identity more than your job title ever could The question Jo is asking herself now: if fear and doubt disappeared, what would she actually do? Why hobbies may be better thought of as priorities, not optional extras Jo also shares the unforgettable story of a woman she met in Hawaii, a former executive who walked away from corporate life, built a business around surf and sisterhood, and changed how Jo thinks about ambition, freedom, and reinvention. It’s the kind of story that stays with you long after the episode ends. If you’ve been feeling a little burnt out, a little disconnected, or a little unsure of what still lights you up, this conversation is your reminder to stop treating joy like a reward and start treating it like a necessity. Perfect for anyone in a summer reset, a healing era, or a phase of life where “go play” sounds like the right answer.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings