Women In Progress is a podcast that asks: Who are we without the sage wisdom of the women who came before us?
Hosted by Maura Chanz, a creative producer, director, on-camera talent, and entrepreneur who knows a thing or two about evolving, this series explores the ever-evolving journey of becoming. Stepping from behind the scenes, Maura taps into the insights of her mentors and fellow trailblazers, diving into honest conversations about career pivots, love, loss, and the lessons learned along the way.
Women In Progress is a space for growth, reflection, and honoring the stories that shape us.
What does it mean to be a "late bloomer" who still builds an extraordinary life on her own timeline? Adia Zuri May—entertainment attorney, Howard University alum, and the woman who took a wild leap from Chicago to LA without ever having been there—opens up about redefining success, hiring a dating coach, and finally claiming the love she always wanted.
Her journey from corporate ladder-climbing to harvest season wisdom led her to understand that "comparison is the thief of joy" and that sometimes you have to unblock your emotional pipes before love can flow. "The jig is up," she tells host Maura about the moment she decided to invest in her personal life with the same intentionality she brought to her career, embodying the courage it takes to bet on yourself at any age.
But this conversation goes beyond professional achievements. Adia breaks down why she reconnected with a man she met at LAX airport 13 years ago, how working with dating coach "Spicy Mari" taught her to clear emotional baggage, and why believing truly is seeing when it comes to manifesting your deepest desires. From creating a pipeline for Howard University students to Hollywood careers to learning that failure is "the juice that makes you say I'm not staying here," her insights hit different when you realize she's living proof that your timeline doesn't have to look like everyone else's. Whether you feel behind in love, career, or life in general, Adia's story reminds you that sometimes the best things happen when you finally decide to bet on yourself.
27 Jul 2025
Designing Life Like Sunday Morning with Jameelah Watkins-Mallett
What does it mean to design a life that feels like Sunday morning every single day? Jameelah Watkins-Mallett—Spelman sister, Emmy-nominated design producer, and the entrepreneur who's been in business since age 12—gets deeply honest about the evolution from fearless creative to intentional curator. Her journey through major life transitions, divorce, and the pressure-cooker world of television production led her to create the CASE method: a design philosophy that works for both homes and hearts. "I'm waiting, but I'm not settling," she tells host Maura Chanz, embodying the tension between patience and standards that now guides everything from her four-story townhouse to her career pivots.
But this conversation goes beyond beautiful spaces. Jameelah breaks down why she asks clients about their spiritual practices and favorite scents, how working on HGTV's "Married to Real Estate" taught her leadership while nearly breaking her spirit, and why her ultimate life goal involves a beach, no bra, and probably cutting her hair off again. From her HomeGoods obsession and Facebook Marketplace treasure hunts to the profound realization that "progress is the length of time between breakdowns," she's serving up practical wisdom wrapped in vulnerability.
Whether you're someone who thinks your house needs to look Pinterest-perfect or you're tired of chasing what you think you should want, Jameelah's approach to designing with soul—not desperation—will shift how you think about creating sanctuary in a chaotic world. This is for anyone ready to stop settling for spaces (and lives) that don't truly reflect who they are.
13 Jul 2025
Solo Check-In: New Job, New House, New Love
Ever have everything you thought you wanted shift, only to realize it feels exactly right? Your fave Maura returns to share her messy, beautiful evolution: landing an in-house job, buying her first home (a four-bedroom sanctuary that just felt right), and redefining what fulfillment looks like. She gets real about the sparks she used to chase (hint: they were anxiety, not passion), choosing peace over chaos, and being with someone who isn’t threatened by her success. Maura opens up about endings that made space for what’s meant to be and the difference between wanting more and finally feeling met.
22 Jun 2025
Sisterhood Is a Strategy with Jackie Nickelberry
Jackie Nickelberry shares with host Maura Chanz her experiences in building community through vulnerable moments, navigating life's seasons, and the importance of authentic connection, in this interview.
8 Jun 2025
Architect of Your Life with Anne Deneaux
Architect Anne Deneaux discusses designing an authentic life, navigating career pivots, and prioritizing personal fulfillment over conventional success in an interview with host Maura Chanz.
25 May 2025
The Transformative Power of Saying Yes with Melanie Fiona
Grammy Award winner Melanie Fiona discusses leaving her label and losing her voice, which led to a spiritual awakening and rebuilding her career on her own terms in this interview with Maura, revealing the power of vulnerability.
11 May 2025
When A Career in Media and Wellness Collide with Tai Beauchamp
What if your career could feel as good as it looks?
In this conversation, host Maura Chanz sits down with media powerhouse and wellness advocate Tai Beauchamp, former Chief Brand Officer of Brown Girl Jane and founder of Morning Mindset with Tai. As Maura dives deeper into her own relationship with Pilates and the power of community movement, she pulls wisdom from Tai on building a life rooted in purpose. Their conversation explores sisterhood and the courage it takes to evolve beyond what you've been known for. Tai also reflects on the enduring influence of her grandmother’s faith and what it means to choose alignment over achievement.
27 Apr 2025
Meet Maura, A Woman in Progress
Welcome to the very first episode of Women in Progress! Before we hit our "30, flirty, and thriving" era, many of us experience a cosmic shake-up known as the Saturn return. In this premiere, host Maura Chanz reflects on her own turning point and explores how intergenerational wisdom can guide us through life’s biggest transitions.
25 Apr 2025
Welcome To Women In Progress
Welcome to Women in Progress, a podcast hosted by Maura Chanz that explores the stories and wisdom of women navigating change, growth, and new chapters in life. Each episode blends Maura’s reflections with intimate conversations featuring trailblazing women, creating a living archive of their HERstories and her own. After all, who are we without the sage wisdom of the women who came before us?
This is just the trailer; episode 1 is coming on 4/27!
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Jackie Nickelberry
Anne Deneaux
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
13 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100
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