WAIT. HOLD UP...WHAT?
Stories are the foundation of progress, and for too long, the voices of women and marginalized communities have been ignored or silenced.
At WAIT. HOLD UP… WHAT? we’re reclaiming space to share the struggles, triumphs, fears, and joys that shape our lives. Join us as we explore the intersections of identity, equity, and empowerment, offering education, support, and inspiration along the way.
Whether it’s breaking barriers, celebrating wins, or tackling the tough stuff, this is a space for everyone to feel seen, heard, and uplifted. We invite you all to join the conversation and help us explore ways to ELIMINATE GIRL HATE.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 67 minutes
- Episodes
- 39
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
S2: E18 - Anna Campbell Returns to Discuss her film NORA
You know that moment right before you begin something big when you pause, question yourself, and maybe stall for weeks…or years? Yeah. That moment.
In our season finale, I sit down once again with Ann…
S2:E17 - The Power of Media and Storytelling with Anna Campbell Part 1
What happens when someone else’s story helps you understand your own? In this episode, Dawne Hanks sits down with Anna Campbell to explore the emotional, intellectual, and even physical "aha" moments…
S2:E16 - Women Are Not Small Men - Navigating Health & Hormones with Allyson Spungin
If you’re a woman in your 40s or beyond wondering why your body suddenly isn’t responding like it used to — this episode is for you.
Host Dawne Hanks sits down with Allyson Spungin to unpack what’s tr…
S2:E15 - The Power of Female Friendships with Veronica Roberts
In this intimate and honest episode, host Dawne Hanks and guest Veronica Roberts dive into the personal lessons learned through female friendships. From quick catch-ups to four-hour dinners filled wi…
S2:E14 - How Healing impacts the Desire and Requirements for Partnership
In this heartfelt episode, host Dawne Hanks sits down with longtime friend and healthcare operations leader Veronica Roberts for a deeply honest conversation about healing, identity, and learning to …
S2:E13 - Taking Up Space with Alyson Spungin
In this episode of WAIT. HOLD UP…WHAT?, host Dawne Hanks is joined by Alyson Spungin for a vulnerable, honest conversation about what it means to truly take up space—and how that looks different for …
S2:E12 - Women & Consumerism with Gina Jacobson
In this episode of WAIT. HOLD UP...WHAT?, we dive into the complex world of consumerism, ethics, and financial empowerment with Dawne and returning guest, Gina Jacobson. Dawne reflects on her growing…
S2:E11 - Pay Transparency & The Gender Pay Gap
In this episode of WAIT. HOLD UP...WHAT?, host Dawne Hanks sits down with Zhou Fang, a journalist with a unique perspective on navigating privilege, gender, and success across two cultures. Zhou’s jo…
S2:E10 - The Proximity & Similarities of Trans & Cis Womanhood
In this powerful episode of WAIT. HOLD UP...WHAT?, host Dawne Hanks sits down with Evelyn Kocher to discuss a deeply personal journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the courage it takes to embrac…
S2:E9 - Women & Wealth - Building A Nest and A Net with Gina Jacobson
In this episode of WAIT. HOLD UP... WHAT?, host Dawne Hanks sits down with Vision Capital Wealth Advisor Gina Jacobson to dive into a conversation that’s essential for every woman: financial security…
S2:E8 - THE POWER OF THE FEMALE DOLLAR - A history of women and their fight for equality and how it is relevant today
In this episode of WAIT. HOLD UP…WHAT?, host Dawne Hanks dives deep into the complexities of power, wealth, and equality in today’s world. She reflects on the historical and ongoing struggles women f…
S2:E7 - Embracing Your Beautiful Weirdo
In this solo episode of WAIT. HOLD UP... WHAT?, Dawne Hanks reflects on the power and significance of being called “weird.” Inspired by a conversation with her nephew, who was labeled "weird" for pla…
S2:E6 - Not Just a Hashtag: The Realities of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) and the Need for Action with KOLA SHIPPENTOWER
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kola Shippentower. Her tribal name is Tumhiya, and she is from Nixyaawii country, in Eastern Oregon as an enrolled tribal member of the Confederated Tribes …
S2:E5- International Women's Day - Accelerating Action for Gender Parity
The theme of IWD 2025 has been selected as #AccelerateAction.
Step forward in solidarity for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 and help #AccelerateAction to speed up women’s equality. At the curren…
S2:E4 - Art of the Rebound
Ok, you attempted something new, you took on a project at work, you tried to get healthy, and then... you hit a road block, you missed a day, you tried your best but the project didn't succeed in the…
S2:E3 - Why March Is the Perfect Time to Set Goals (No, You’re Not Too Late)
Think goal setting is just for New Year’s? Think again. While many of us have already abandoned our January resolutions—or skipped them altogether—there’s no better time than now to revisit what you …
S2:E2 - The Queen of the Jungle
The lion is the king of the jungle and stories throughout history have been told exhalting the power and prowess of the lion. But did you know that the pride is held together by the lioness? It is th…
S2:E1 - The Roller Coaster of Finding Work: Lessons from 5 Tumultuous Years
Welcome to Season Two! In this episode, we dive into the wild ride that has been the job market over the past five years—a journey marked by remote work revolutions, massive layoffs, and seismic shif…
S1:E20 - ERADICATING SELF-DOUBT FOR WOMEN
We often think that to be successful we have to be confident and never feel uneasy. That is a lie. It’s not about never experiencing self-doubt; it's about not letting that self-doubt hold you back. …
S1:E19 - BREAKING THE SCARCITY MINDSET: How Women Can Lift Each Other Up and Create Opportunity For Everyone Along the Way
Modern culture has forced many women to believe that there was only room for one, which bred this narrative that women were catty or couldn't support each other. But the truth is, as women, we were s…