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When Presence Becomes the Greatest Gift Some weekends ask more of us. This one offered grief, connection, and a quiet kind of grace. Here's what I’m holding close.

When Presence Becomes the Greatest Gift
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Tonika Lewis Johnson: Listening, Mapping, and Moving Toward Equity - Speaking of Phenomenal Podcast On this episode of the Speaking of Phenomenal podcast, Tonika Lewis Johnson opens up about growing up in Englewood, the roots of her Folded Map Project, and why disrupting segregation starts with some...

What if showing up—and really listening—was the start of change?
In today’s Speaking of Phenomenal podcast, I speak with artist and changemaker Tonika Lewis Johnson about disrupting segregation, reimagining community, and the power of place.
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Her favorite flowers are daffodils!

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Embracing Spring in Chicago Celebrating Nature's Renewal with Family Traditions and Photography at Lincoln Park

Embracing Spring in Chicago
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I Finally Went to a Moth GrandSLAM. It Was Everything I Hoped—and More.

Last night, I was reminded why live storytelling matters so much. Nearly 1,000 strangers came together for The Moth Chicago GrandSLAM.

Courage. Humor. Heartbreak. Joy.

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🌸 Can confirm so many beautiful blossoms in Jackson Park 📸 @amyboylephoto.bsky.social #chiwx

What If the Best Work Isn’t Behind You or Ahead—But Already With You? There’s this persistent little myth that follows me around.

What If the Best Work Isn’t Behind You or Ahead—But Already With You?
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Will the Story Be Unbroken? Women, Memory and the Power of Revisiting Division Street

🎙️ What do a Pulitzer winner, a bottle of Pinot Noir, and 1960s Chicago have in common? On Speaking of Phenomenal, Mary Schmich & Melissa Harris revisit Studs Terkel’s oral history to explore race, class, gender & the echoes still shaping our city today.
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"Profoundly deaf" and deeply connected. Anna Tess' love for people amid and through hearing loss

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A Heart in the Clouds and Hope on the Ground Spring has in Chicago

A Heart in the Clouds and Hope on the Ground
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Amy Boyle on Substack Big thanks to Shannon for this gorgeous San Francisco postcard—it’s the latest gem on my ever-growing postcard wall. We were chatting on her podcast Mixtape Travels when I confessed my quirky little h...

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Thinking about authenticity as Women’s History Month nears the end Earlier today I was browsing old stories by one of my favorite authors, Olga Kahzan, and I ended up finding one Reddit thread she started five years ago, right before the release of her book about the...

Season 5, Ep. 5 of Speaking of Phenomenal celebrates Women’s History Month with reflections from past guests 💬

Listen + share if you believe in the ripple effect.
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Dana Hirt’s Strategies for Confident, Intentional Parenting - Speaking of Phenomenal Podcast In this episode of Speaking of Phenomenal, parent coach Dana Hirt shares insights on intentional parenting, the transition from traditional education, and navigating digital-age challenges. She explor...

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"Here's to change, both sharp and sweet.” Jack Perez on mindful, happy aging It was three in the morning, and Jack was writing poetry in her closet.

✨ Midlife isn’t about fading—it’s about expanding. ✨

Jacqueline (Jack) Perez is back on Speaking of Phenomenal! She first joined in Season 1, and now she’s sharing how Kuel Life is shifting the conversation around aging, self-acceptance, and personal growth. open.substack.com/pub/amyboyle...

Traveling Solo to Paris with Amy Boyle Amy Boyle encourages women to discover the magic of solo travel and to "find your own Paris" wherever you may live ✨

Had the best chat with @ShannonGomes on MixTape Travels about solo travel, self-discovery & finding your Paris. 🎧 ✨ open.substack.com/pub/thegomes...

I couldn’t either, so I emailed both.

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A journalism that makes sense: Jillian Melero on finding needs and driving change Jillian Melero had worked multiple jobs when she saw Anthony Bourdain on TV and decided to do what he was doing: travel, experience new cultures, challenge one’s perceptions about the world and help t...

Journalism that makes sense: Jillian Melero on finding needs and driving change @jillianmelero.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/amyboyle...

Shhh! The Secret to Better Photos Isn’t What You Think Spoiler: It’s Your Ears, Not Your Camera

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Amy Boyle on Substack All eyes on us—so, how will we protect them? These harbor seals are watching, and it’s up to us to ensure their waters stay safe. Conservation matters. Will you be their advocate? 📸 @Amy Boyle Saus...

All eyes on us—so, how will we protect them? These harbor seals are watching, and it’s up to us to ensure their waters stay safe. Conservation matters. Will you be their advocate? substack.com/@amyboyle/no...

International Women’s Day 2025 Broadening Your Network of Phenomenal Women

International Women’s Day 2025
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Innovation & Inclusion with Laura Jordan LeClair The Mentorship Movement

🚀 Mentorship isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s a game-changer.
This week on Speaking of Phenomenal, I sat down with Laura Jordan LeClair to talk about how mentorship, inclusion, and connection shape careers and drive innovation.
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In 2018, I launched 52 Phenomenal Women to spotlight women and share 104 stories of resilience. That journey became Phenomenal Impact, a documentary revisiting 3 remarkable women. Join me in honoring the incredible women who inspire us daily. #iamphenomenal

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Maryam Myika Day on Overcoming Insurmountable Odds & Owning Your Story Maryam Myika Day shares her journey from Broadway to Hollywood, overcoming loss, and creating impactful stories. Tune in for inspiration and resilience.

She danced on Broadway - wrote her way into Hollywood.
Maryam's story isn’t just about making it—it’s about creating space for voices that need to be heard.
💡 Keep writing your story. Someone out there needs to hear it. #speakingofphenomenal
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Delores Morton on Mentorship, Leadership, and Creating Change In the season finale of Speaking of Phenomenal, host Amy Boyle chats with Delores Morton, CEO of Step Up, as she shares her inspiring journey and leadership in empowering girls and young women ages 18...

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