The She Said Project Podcast

SPOILER ALERT: Angie Patton is not expecting! The current Poet Laureate for the City of Urbana took the stage in That's What She Said Champaign-Urbana 2026 with "What to Expect When You're Expecting," a hilariously honest look at the parenting chapters no book prepared her for. Angie joins Jenette and Kerry in the studio to share the story behind the story and what she has learned since.

"Where are you from?" has never been a simple question for Ana Garcia, who shared her story, "Where I Come From," on stage in That's What She Said Columbia 2025. Ana joins Jenette and Kerry to talk about growing up between two countries and the family, sacrifice and resilience that shaped her. We can't wait to hear the story behind the story and all that has unfolded since she took the stage.

Pamela Blackwell of Chicago shared her story, "Out of the Shadows and Into the Light," in the third She Said Story Sharing Showcase, one of our virtual shows from the fall of 2020. Pamela joins Jenette and Kerry by video to revisit the journey that led her to live life on her own terms and stay in pursuit of her own joy. We can't wait to hear the story behind the story and all that has unfolded since she shared it with the world.

Candy Reeder of Champaign joins Jenette and Kerry after sharing “That Kind of Amazing” on the She Said stage in Champaign-Urbana 2026. In Candy’s story, “That Kind of Amazing,” she unpacks the shame she was taught to carry — and the moment she decided her whole self was welcome. Kerry and Jenette learn more about Candy’s special brand of empowerment.

Terri Wigginton joins Jenette and Kerry after sharing "Leap of Faith” on stage in That's What She Said Heart of Illinois 2026. Her story is about the literal leap that changed everything — survival, rebuilding, motherhood, and choosing to rise from the ashes and live every moment to the fullest.

It's impossible to be negative or feel doubt when you experience the inspiring energy of today's guest, Dr. Nina Addison. She shares the event that shifted how she chooses to show up in the world. 
 
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Betty is one of the most positive people you will ever meet. In her story, "Grounded Positivity," we learn why she maintains her positivity against all odds. 
 
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UNRAVELED: When Loss Changes Everything
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Quite a bit of life has happened since Sue Grey and her daughter Catherine shared their story, "Suck It Up, Buttercup," on stage in That's What She Said Champaign-Urbana in 2020 -- only weeks before ... well, we all remember THAT part! Now Jenette and Kerry are eager to find out where Sue (and Cate!) are today!

We welcomed Marifel from Allentown, PA to chat about the amazing story she shared on stage in the first production of That's What She Said Lehigh Valley -- "Story of What is Possible: My Journey of Self-Discovery, Courage and Resiliency."
 
**Be sure to check out Marifel's daughter's podcast that she mentions, "Sip 'n Spill," with Sofia Currie and Safiya Saif!**

Shelith reveals to our hosts how the "Lessons From the Box", that she shared on stage, keep impacting her life and the life of her family.