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The Kindling Project

We know that women have untapped potential – and it's time to put some kindling on it. Too often, we dim our light for the sake of others. But it's never too late to ignite the fire within. Unlock your potential and embark on a journey of empowerment with The Kindling Project.

Join our host Melissa Halpin, artist and CEO of Memora, an experience design agency, and founder of The Kindling Project, a media platform for women as she interviews women at varying stages of their Kindling Projects. 

We explore these inspiring stories, from an off-road adventurer conquering the Rubicon Trail to a non-profit founder delivering feminine hygiene products to millions in developing nations, from a fashion designer building a multimillion-dollar brand after divorce in her 60s to a therapist exploring where psychotherapy meets alternative treatments to improve the mental health epidemic in our country.

The Kindling Project is more than a podcast; it's a passion project dedicated to uncovering, celebrating, and nurturing every woman's extraordinary potential. Remember, it only takes one spark to ignite a flame! 

Learn more at: 
https://www.thekindlingproject.com/

Join our private Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekindlingprojectignite

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
43 minutes
Episodes
96
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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Real Talk About Friendship PART 1: Building Bonds and Breaking Up

Real Talk About Friendship PART 1: Building Bonds and Breaking Up

This conversation explores the emotional complexities of navigating friendships and breakups as adults. The participants share personal experiences and insights on how relationships evolve over time,…

00:30:27  |   Mon 10 Feb 2025
OG Firestarters Amy & Melissa Check-in: Amy's PhD, Being

OG Firestarters Amy & Melissa Check-in: Amy's PhD, Being "Extra" and Looking ahead to 2025

In this episode, Amy and Melissa kick off Season 4 of the Kindling Project podcast. They discuss what they've been up to, including the growth of the Kindling Project community, their events, and Amy…

00:25:51  |   Mon 03 Feb 2025
OG Firestarters Amy & Melissa Check-in: TKP's Values, Feminism, Mentoring & Connection

OG Firestarters Amy & Melissa Check-in: TKP's Values, Feminism, Mentoring & Connection

In this conversation, Amy and Melissa discuss the importance of creating a space for women to connect and support each other. They talk about the roots of their project, TKP, and the role of mentorsh…

00:26:07  |   Mon 27 Jan 2025
Diann Wingert Talks: Unmasking Authenticity: Empowering Women to Trust Themselves and Embrace Their True Desires

Diann Wingert Talks: Unmasking Authenticity: Empowering Women to Trust Themselves and Embrace Their True Desires

In this episode, Mic chats with the fabulous Diann Wingert.  Diann shares her personal journey of taking off the mask and being true to herself. She discusses her childhood trauma and the masks she w…

00:58:00  |   Tue 12 Mar 2024
Stacy Sloan Talks: Childhood Nutrition

Stacy Sloan Talks: Childhood Nutrition

Mel chats with Stacy Sloan, founder of Three Little Birds Granola. Stacy shares her journey from being a Chef to becoming the Founder and CEO of a clean food granola company. That means: No Soy, No D…

00:47:45  |   Tue 05 Mar 2024
Brenda Naomi Rosenberg Talks: Peace

Brenda Naomi Rosenberg Talks: Peace

Mel chats with Brenda Naomi Rosenberg, a peacemaker and author, and discusses her work bringing communities together and moving from hate to hope to healing. She shares her experiences working with v…

00:39:58  |   Tue 27 Feb 2024
Mel & Mic Talk: Sparks

Mel & Mic Talk: Sparks

Mel & Mic delve into their aspirations and their passion for igniting sparks within their community. They emphasize the importance of taking action and finding one's rhythm in pursuing goals, regardl…

00:38:05  |   Tue 20 Feb 2024
Building a Welcoming Pickleball Community with Leslie White and Christy Howden from Wolverine Pickleball

Building a Welcoming Pickleball Community with Leslie White and Christy Howden from Wolverine Pickleball

Join us as we dive into the world of pickleball with Leslie White and Christy Howden, founders of Wolverine Pickleball. In this episode, Leslie and Christy share their journey of building a successfu…

00:44:03  |   Tue 13 Feb 2024
Dr. Amanda Tracy Talks: How to Thrive in Perimenopause & Menopause

Dr. Amanda Tracy Talks: How to Thrive in Perimenopause & Menopause

In this episode, Mic engages in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Amanda Tracy, delving into holistic health and focusing on the intricate phases of menopause and perimenopause. Dr. Tracy candidly shar…

00:47:30  |   Tue 06 Feb 2024
Rachael Phillips Talks: Embracing Your Choice and Living in Flow

Rachael Phillips Talks: Embracing Your Choice and Living in Flow

Sometimes we are forced into a life shift that changes how we view this life. Rachael Phillips re-evaluated her career and the hurry she fostered when she was faced with breast cancer. 

Mel and Mic di…

00:40:04  |   Tue 30 Jan 2024
Stacey Kulongowski Talks: Leaving Your Big Career to Find Fulfilling Work

Stacey Kulongowski Talks: Leaving Your Big Career to Find Fulfilling Work

Stacey Kulongowski, former Google executive and founder of The BND Group, opens up about her pivot into coaching and finding true fulfillment. Learn how she found the grace to leave behind a successf…

00:33:28  |   Tue 23 Jan 2024
Yolanda Williams Talks: Navigating Your Path Through Entrepreneurship and Grief

Yolanda Williams Talks: Navigating Your Path Through Entrepreneurship and Grief

When starting your kindling project, doors open and close all the time. It's up to you to figure out which opportunities feel right to you. 

Yolanda Williams shares her experiences, in starting her ow…

00:36:16  |   Tue 16 Jan 2024
SHEFIT founder Sara Moylan Talks: The Heart Behind the Rise of the Game-Changing Activewear

SHEFIT founder Sara Moylan Talks: The Heart Behind the Rise of the Game-Changing Activewear

Pregnant Sara Moylan had a problem with her bust being cumbersome when she went to work out. She had to wear two ill-fitting sports bras that made her feel horrible. This was the spark for her compan…

00:50:32  |   Tue 09 Jan 2024
Mel & Mic Reflect

Mel & Mic Reflect

Join Mic and Mel in a heartfelt conversation as they reflect on the past year and dive into the magic of the holiday season. They cover it all, from heartwarming holiday cards to the joy of giving gi…

00:49:51  |   Tue 02 Jan 2024
Replay: Princess Castleberry Talks: Breaking Free from Unconscious Agreements

Replay: Princess Castleberry Talks: Breaking Free from Unconscious Agreements

This is a replay of our conversation with Princess!

Princess Castleberry is on a journey to break free from unconscious agreements. She helps her clients unleash the power of collective responsibility…

01:06:22  |   Tue 26 Dec 2023
Replay: Amy Peterson Talks: The Power of Investing in People

Replay: Amy Peterson Talks: The Power of Investing in People

This is a replay of our conversation with Amy Peterson.

Meet Amy Peterson, a trailblazer driven by a deep passion that inspires. She keeps a box of rejection letters as a reminder of her determinatio…

00:41:21  |   Tue 19 Dec 2023
Nanette Murphy Talks: Empowering Women Through Divorce

Nanette Murphy Talks: Empowering Women Through Divorce


When a marriage is in trouble, a woman needs someone who has been through it and can offer solid advice as she navigates this unknown journey.

In this episode, Nanette Murphy, a life transition coach …

00:34:33  |   Tue 12 Dec 2023
April Eckwielen Talks: Unleashing Personal Growth through Spirituality and Metaphysical Practices

April Eckwielen Talks: Unleashing Personal Growth through Spirituality and Metaphysical Practices

Let's explore the enchanting realm of success through the art of manifestation, mystical practices, and ancestral connections. 


Despite the challenges of being a solo entrepreneur with a physical stor…

00:46:16  |   Tue 05 Dec 2023
Kimberly Willis Talks: Building a Business By Helping Others Through the Challenges of Cancer

Kimberly Willis Talks: Building a Business By Helping Others Through the Challenges of Cancer

So many people take a cancer diagnosis as a death sentence. But our guest, Kimberly Willis took it as a doorway to step into a new career helping others through this difficult situation. Kimberly sha…

00:31:49  |   Tue 28 Nov 2023
Savita Monroe Talks: Corporate Marketing Career Change to Yoga Spa Entrepreneur

Savita Monroe Talks: Corporate Marketing Career Change to Yoga Spa Entrepreneur


What do you do when you get laid off from your corporate job and can't find a good position to jump into? You reinvent yourself and go off-script.

Savita found herself at a this crossroad and walked d…

00:30:23  |   Tue 21 Nov 2023
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