Marci French, our very first guest on Episode 02, “Searching For Identity,” joins Mandi Benecke and Naomi Marquez again to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion. We discuss many current event topics including the recent insurrection/attack on the...
Having been diagnosed with lupus in 2004, Cassidy Bowie didn’t have a clue what she was in for. Her mom has lupus, but you never truly understand until you walk a mile in the shoes of someone with chronic illness. Her journey has had some really high highs and some...
Michael Boucher was raised in suburban Apple Valley, Minnesota and after college graduation, he became an urban teacher in Minneapolis Public Schools for 18 years. Michael taught social studies, served as department chair, and coordinated programs. He has taught...
Jeanine Underwood is a daughter, sister, aunt, mother, and the wife of a police officer. Jeanine is a committed philanthropist focusing on helping people and helping to bring awareness to alcoholism/addiction and PTSD. Jeanine believes there is much work to be done to...
In this episode, Mandi talks about her experience with health insurance and how she’s been denied health insurance, and how there’s a population of Americans that are uninsured for reasons many people aren’t aware of. She uncovers just one piece of...
Rev. Timoth Sylvia serves the community as Senior Pastor from Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ in Rumford, Rhode Island. A graduate of Bangor Theological Seminary and trained Professional Coach, Timoth has served in Youth, Campus and Parish...
Mandi and Naomi are two friends in their mid-forties living in the Denver, CO metro area. They formed Beyond Picket Fences to welcome all women from all areas and backgrounds to come together to share their stories. Welcome to our community!