Women of Wayland - The Podcast

About Women of Wayland - The Podcast

Women of Wayland is a podcast born out of the core belief that the most unassuming women around us have the most remarkable of stories to tell. This podcast started in a small peaceful community of Wayland, in Greater Boston Area. Stories of our women paint a beautiful inspiring picture. Even in a small town an individual can affect positive change that can impact the world. We want to celebrate them! Every episode, we will get into soulful conversations that explore a unique side of the guest.

Publisher

Yamini Ranjan

Category

society & culture · society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Jul 2019

Latest episode

24 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

2 of 36 episodes have a transcript.

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   24 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Run For It: Part II Understanding The Nuts & Bolts Of A Campaign

   In this special episode of Women of Wayland, we bring you a powerful community conversation hosted by the League of Women Voters of Wayland in collaboration with the Wayland Free Public Library. This discussion pulls back the curtain on local leadership—featuring women who have served on the Select Board, School Committee, Finance Committee, and as Town Clerk. Together, they share the honest, unfiltered journey of stepping into public service.From gathering signatures and navigating campaign rules… To balancing family, work, and public responsibility… To handling opposition, self-doubt, and the evolving role of social media…This is the kind of conversation that makes you pause and think: Could I do this too? Whether you’ve ever considered running—or simply want to understand how your town really works—this episode is your inside look at grassroots democracy in action. 🎙️ Featured Voices Susan Flicop (Moderator) Trudy Reid Lee Anderson Cherry Carlson Yamini (Audience) 🧭 Chapters00:00 — Welcome & Event Overview Introduction to the event and why conversations like this matter for local democracy. 02:50 — Why Run for Office? Personal stories of what inspired each speaker to step into public service. 11:40 — Getting Your Name on the Ballot The real nuts and bolts: nomination papers, signatures, and legal requirements. 14:00 — Campaigning 101 (Without the Intimidation) How to collect signatures, talk to people, and build confidence as a candidate. 17:00 — Then vs Now: The Role of Social Media How campaigning has evolved—from newspaper announcements to Facebook forums. 21:00 — Outreach That Actually Works From coffee meetups to community events—what helps you connect with voters. 25:00 — How Much Does It Cost to Run? Breaking down campaign expenses, signage, and realistic budgets. 31:00 — Show Up Before You Run Why attending town meetings is one of the most powerful first steps. 36:00 — Integrity, Respect & Running Against Someone How to stay grounded, honest, and respectful during a campaign. 41:00 — After the Election: Winning, Losing & Moving Forward Grace, resilience, and what happens once the campaign ends. 43:00 — Audience Q&A: Real Concerns, Real Answers Questions on money, family life, social media, and time commitment. 47:00 — Can You Run With Kids? Work? A Full Life? Balancing responsibilities and redefining what’s “possible.” 51:00 — Women in Leadership: Challenges & Truths Honest reflections on confidence, voice, and showing up fully. 56:00 — Final Thoughts: Why Your Voice Matters A powerful closing on why local leadership needs more people like you.💬 TakeawayLocal government isn’t some distant system—it’s built by neighbors, parents, professionals, and everyday people who decide to step forward.This episode is your reminder.

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   26 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Run For It: Inside the Realities of Local Leadership

   What does it really take to run for local office? In this special episode of Women of Wayland, we step back from our usual interview format to bring you a powerful community conversation hosted by the League of Women Voters of Wayland. Titled “Run For It: The Town Office Experience,” this event explores the decision to run for office, the realities of serving, and why local democracy depends on everyday people stepping forward. This discussion features elected leaders from three of Wayland’s most impactful boards: Wayland School Committee (https://www.wayland.ma.us/school-committee/events/8713) Wayland Select Board (https://www.wayland.ma.us/select-board) Wayland Planning Board (https://www.wayland.ma.us/planning-department-board) Together, they share candid reflections on: Why they chose to run How contested elections feel in a small town The challenge of balancing work, family, and public service What leadership looks like behind the scenes Why thick skin matters How local governance is deeply personal — but not necessarily partisan Why showing up matters more than complaining With Wayland’s recent elections seeing uncontested races, this conversation hosted by Sue Flicop asks an important question: How do we ensure voters have choices — and diverse voices are represented at the table? This episode aligns closely with our season’s focus on encouraging more women, young families, and underrepresented voices to step into civic leadership. Local democracy is not abstract. It’s zoning decisions. School budgets. Library oversight. Long-term planning. And it only works when people participate. Featured Organizations &amp; Resources League of Women Voters of Wayland Learn more about local elections, civic engagement, and upcoming forums through the League. Wayland Free Public Library Thank you for hosting and supporting this community conversation. League of Women Voters A nonpartisan organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. For information about upcoming local elections, open board seats, and town governance resources, visit: https://www.wayland.ma.us (https://www.wayland.ma.us) https://www.lwvwayland.org (https://lwvwayland.org/) Event Credits This event, “Run For It: The Town Office Experience,” was organized by: The League of Women Voters of Wayland (https://lwvwayland.org/) Hosted in partnership with the Wayland Free Public Library (https://waylandlibrary.org/) With additional recording and distribution support from WayCAM  (https://www.waycam.tv/) We are grateful for their dedication to civic education and transparent, accessible dialogue. Why This Episode Matters At Women of Wayland, we believe local governance shapes everyday life more directly than national headlines ever will. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by decisions being made — this episode is your invitation to understand how those decisions happen… and how you might be part of them. Democracy is strongest when more voices participate. Connect With Women of Wayland 🌐 Website: https://www.womenofwayland.com (https://www.womenofwayland.com) 📩 Email: waylandpodcast@gmail.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn <a href="https://www.instagram.com/womenofwaylandpodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...

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   28 Jan 2026

   Trailer Season 5 - Empowering Women In Local Governance

   In this trailer for Season Five, podcast host Yamini Ranjan discusses the significance of local governance, and the importance of women's involvement in local governance. She will outline the structure of government in Wayland, the roles of various boards, and the community's support for the podcast in the episodes. The season aims to explore the challenges women face in local governance and encourage more participation. Music : Riverside (https://www.riverside.com) Website : www.womenofwayland.com (https://www.womenofwayland.com) Email : waylandpodcast@gmail.com Credits : Lauren Dunne Astley Memorial Fund (https://laurendunneastleymemorialfund.org/)

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Run For It: Part II Understanding The Nuts & Bolts Of A Campaign

Published 24 Mar 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] So there are rules to be followed. There is a requirement that for campaign finance, which is a state agency that tracks the spending of candidates. And all of the local candidates for annual town elections are handled at the town clerk's office, town or city clerk's office. […]

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