Aspire with Emma Grede

Why do ambitious moms feel like they’re failing even when everything looks successful from the outside?

In this enlightening episode of Aspire, Emma sits down with parenting expert and #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Dr. Becky Kennedy for a conversation about motherhood, ambition, guilt, and what kids actually need from us.

Dr. Becky breaks down why working moms feel stretched so thin, how culture has conditioned women to absorb everyone else’s emotions, and why so many parents secretly believe they’re “not enough.” She explains why emotion regulation is the most important skill we can model for our children, why discomfort is essential for kids’ growth, and how “mom guilt” has been completely misunderstood.

Together, Emma and Dr. Becky dive into:


Why ambitious moms feel like they’re winning at work but failing at home


The real definition of guilt — and why most “mom guilt” isn’t guilt at all


How convenience culture has robbed kids of frustration tolerance


Why kids don’t need selfless martyrs — they need sturdy leaders


The danger of absorbing everyone else’s emotions


How to stop judging your parenting by your child’s behavior


What to do when you’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or in the spiral


How parents can learn, grow, and lead with confidence

This is the episode every working parent needs to watch. You are not failing,  and Dr. Becky explains exactly why.  

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What if the smallest decisions you make today determine who you become in 2026?

In this powerful New Year conversation, James Clear — author of Atomic Habits, the global phenomenon with over 25 million copies sold — sits down with Emma to break down the real psychology of habits, identity, and long-term success. Whether you're trying to reset your routines, build discipline, or reinvent your life this year, this episode gives you the blueprint.

James reveals:-Why “every action is a vote for the person you wish to become”-The invisible mistakes that sabotage your habits-How to escape bad habit loops without relying on motivation-Why the next hour matters just as much as the next decade -How to build habits that are obvious, attractive, easy, and satisfying-The science behind consistency (and why starting is the real superpower)-Why “if you’re struggling to improve, the problem isn’t you — it’s your system”-What leaders, founders, and top performers do daily to stay ahead-Why identity is both your greatest advantage… and your biggest obstacle-How to make habit change FUN 

Emma also opens up about her own struggles with habits, discipline, and energy — and James responds with practical tools, mindset shifts, and game-changing frameworks you can start using today.

This is more than a conversation — it’s your 2026 reset, your system reboot, and your reminder that you’re far more capable than you think.

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In this deeply honest conversation, Mel Robbins sits down with Emma for one of the most raw, generous, and energizing interviews she’s ever given. Fresh off the global success of The Let Them Theory and hosting one of the world’s biggest podcasts, Mel opens up about what’s really behind her “overnight” rise: 16 years of unseen work, fierce mission-driven clarity, and a relentless commitment to helping people live better lives. 

Together, Emma and Mel unpack everything from success, purpose, jealousy as a directional tool, and the truth about staying grounded when the world explodes around you. Mel shares the surprising mindset practices that changed her life, the one metric she actually tracks in her business, how to build something lasting in a noisy world, and why she believes your next chapter can begin today...no matter your age or circumstances. 

They also go deep on Mel’s new phase as an entrepreneur, the behind-the-scenes story of building her media company, and the launch of her first consumer product, Pure Genius, a clinical-grade protein shot years in the making. This episode is packed with wisdom, practical tools, and the kind of real talk that will keep you motivated this year.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

-Why success is timing + mission + relentless consistency

-How jealousy can reveal your true path

-The #1 mistake creators and entrepreneurs make

-The mindset shift Mel uses every single morning

-How to stop obsessing about other people’s opinions

-Why your biggest chapter may still be ahead of you

-The truth about money, debt, and rebuilding from zero

-How Mel built a top global podcast without chasing virality

-The origin story behind Mel’s new product launch, Pure Genius

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How does a doctor with zero beauty training build one of the most influential skincare brands in the world? In this episode of Aspire, Emma Grede sits down with Dr. Barbara Sturm — the founder behind a global, anti-inflammatory skincare empire — to reveal the true story you’ve never heard.

 

Dr. Sturm opens up about the bullets she dodged, the bets she made, and the risks that almost broke her. From being dismissed by the beauty industry to scaling a brand from €350 to a brand valued at over a billion dollars. Dr. Sturm shares the mindset, the science, and the steps it took to build something no one believed was possible.

 

You’ll learn:

-How she built a global brand without investors

-The mindset every ambitious woman needs to scale

-What she wishes every founder knew before starting

-Why she never used retinol,  and what she does instead

-The anti-inflammatory approach that changed the industry

-The moment she realized the world was finally listening

 

If you’re an entrepreneur, a skincare obsessive, or a woman building something big — this conversation will change the way you think about success, aging, and what’s actually possible.

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How does building a strong network help propel you in your career and business life? This mini-episode of Aspire with Emma Grede, answers that very question. 

After listening, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of what a network actually is, why it matters, and most importantly how you can create it for yourself, from where you are with what you have. We’ll also touch on the importance of being an active, valuable part of people’s networks. 

Because the truth is, it’s not just about how your network shows up for you, it’s also about how you show up for your network. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:


The distinction between networking and building a real network 


Why feedback is a gift and how to actively seek it


The importance of getting out of your own way and putting your ego to the side


How to actively be a part of someone else’s network. 


Why networks naturally evolve over time.


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