Podcast Episodes

  • Episode 17 | More Than Metrics | I Want Her Shoes Podcast

    Virginia Laird Rojo on Building Smarter Marketing Ecosystems in a High-Pressure World

    In this strategy-packed episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with Virginia Laird Rojo, a powerhouse marketing leader who’s helping brands rewrite the playbook for how agencies and internal teams work together — with fewer resources, tighter budgets, and more demand than ever.

    As brands face rising expectations and limited bandwidth, Virginia steps in with a bold but balanced approach: build ecosystems that actually work. With a sharp eye for structure and a heart for sustainable leadership, she helps teams not just survive — but thrive.

    Together, Anna and Virginia unpack what it takes to lead in this new marketing landscape, how to cut through chaos without burning out your team, and why doing more with less doesn’t mean sacrificing your standards — or your style.

    👠 Key Moments:

    • Virginia shares what’s broken in the traditional agency model — and how to fix it with scalable, smart frameworks that drive results.
    • Learn how today’s marketing leaders can stay strategic and creative while meeting rising demands.
    • Discover the art of “ecosystem building” — a holistic approach to aligning partners, processes, and people.
    • Hear how Virginia navigates pressure with grace and clarity — and the timeless wardrobe staples that make her feel most powerful.
    • A real-world look at marketing leadership today — grounded in clarity, driven by purpose, and polished with presence.

    🎧 Tune in now for a conversation that proves wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s about owning your journey, leading with grace, and celebrating your story every step of the way.

    Whether you’re a finance professional, a woman stepping into independence, or just someone who loves shoes with a story — this episode is for you.

    Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

    📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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  • Episode 16 | Wear Your Story | I Want Her Shoes Podcast

    Wear Your Story: Fashion, Friendship & Summer Trends That Speak

    In this vibrant follow-up to Episode 1 (still the most-downloaded episode to date!), host Anna Anisin welcomes back Chef Nicole Votano — longtime friend, culinary creative, and the original I Want Her Shoes guest — for an unfiltered, fashion-filled conversation that’s equal parts laughter, luxury, and life updates.

    From outfit changes in a NYC restroom to a private visit at the Louis Vuitton Café, Anna and Nicole reflect on friendship, travel, and the fashion memories they’ve made — including iconic sunglasses, color-coordinated closets, and limited-edition desserts that may or may not belong in a vault.

    Together, they unpack summer style trends, what Miami Swim Week signals for the season ahead, and how fashion continues to echo cultural shifts — from power suits and pearls to fringe, mesh, and metallics.

    👠 Key Moments:

    • A behind-the-scenes look at their spontaneous trip to the Louis Vuitton Café and why it was very worth the bathroom outfit change.
    • Nicole and Anna break down major summer fashion trends — from high-glam metallics and see-through mesh to timeless menswear and chic, structured power suits.
    • The two dive into Zara’s trend takeover, fast fashion price hikes, and how to style trendy pieces without breaking the bank.
    • Honest conversations about aging, aesthetics, and self-image in a city as curated as Miami — plus the pressure and beauty of owning your own look.
    • Closet hacks, personal fashion philosophies, and the shoes that set the tone for an entire day.

    🎧 Tune in for a hilarious, heartfelt, and highly stylish episode that reminds us why what we wear matters — because every piece tells a story.

    And don’t forget: Wear your story. Because your style says more than you think.

    Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

    📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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  • Episode 15 | Redefining Wealth | I Want Her Shoes Podcast

    Redefining Wealth: Rhonda Singer on Empowering Women Through Financial Leadership

    In this inspiring episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin steps into the world of high finance with Rhonda Singer, Managing Director at J.P. Morgan Private Bank and one of the few women to break through the trading floor ranks in the early days of her career.

    With nearly three decades of experience in capital markets and wealth management, Rhonda has helped shape the financial futures of some of the country’s most influential families. But what truly sets her apart is her mission: empowering women—especially those navigating financial independence for the first time—with clarity, confidence, and strategy.

    From her early days at Goldman Sachs to becoming one of the first women promoted to Managing Director at Alliance Bernstein, Rhonda’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and redefining leadership on her own terms. She opens up about mentorship, the changing culture for women in finance, her love for luxury watches and investment-worthy fashion, and how personal style reflects personal power.

    👠 Key Moments:

    • Rhonda shares what it was like to rise in finance at a time when few women held senior roles—and how she’s mentoring the next generation differently.
    • Learn why she sees major life transitions as opportunities to take a holistic, empowered look at your wealth and well-being.
    • Rhonda dives into Birkin bags, timeless watches, and jewelry that tells a story—and why luxury can sometimes be a smart investment.
    • Hear the full-circle moment when she reflects on celebrating her wins with meaningful pieces that remind her of how far she’s come.
    • And discover how finance, mentorship, and style all intersect in her world—with elegance and intention.

    🎧 Tune in now for a conversation that proves wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s about owning your journey, leading with grace, and celebrating your story every step of the way.

    Whether you’re a finance professional, a woman stepping into independence, or just someone who loves shoes with a story — this episode is for you.

    Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

    📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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  • Episode 14 | Stepping Forward | I Want Her Shoes Podcast

    Meg Daly on Transforming Miami with The Underline and Sneakers Ball

    On this episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin sits down with the unstoppable Meg Daly, the visionary founder of The Underline — a transformative urban trail and public park reshaping how Miami moves, gathers, and grows. From her roots in marketing and entrepreneurship to building one of Miami’s most impactful civic projects, Meg shares how purpose, resilience, and style fuel her mission.

    But that’s not all — Meg is also the mastermind behind Sneakers Ball, a one-of-a-kind charity gala where fashion meets function (and flats!). Anna and Meg dive into what it takes to lead with heart, show up with style, and create spaces that empower communities to thrive.

    👠 Key Moments:

    • Hear how a life-changing accident and two broken arms led Meg to reimagine Miami’s infrastructure — and inspired the birth of The Underline
    • Meg reveals how living in Miami changed her approach to fashion — think tech fabrics, sneakers, and practicality with flair.
    • Discover how The Underline incubates small businesses, supports sustainability, and even provides apprenticeships for formerly unhoused individuals.
    • A glamorous, philanthropic twist on Miami nightlife — Meg shares how the event came to life and why she believes fashion should always feel like fun.
    • With a legacy of hiring and uplifting women throughout her career, Meg opens up about the challenges of “doing it all” in the 90s — and the lessons she’s carrying forward.

    🎧 Tune in now to hear Meg’s incredible journey, the powerful mission behind The Underline, and why she believes community is the ultimate form of style.

    Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

    📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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  • Episode 13 | Vibrant Visions | I Want Her Shoes Podcast

    Diana Contreras on Art, Empowerment, and Colorful Self-Expression

    In this colorful episode of I Want Her Shoes, host Anna Anisin invites you into the world of Diana Contreras — the Peruvian-born, Miami-raised artist whose murals, canvases, and hand-painted shoes burst with color, confidence, and fierce femininity.

    Known for her signature portraits of strong, whimsical women, Diana’s work blends classical painting with the bold energy of street art. From the streets of Wynwood to galleries in Dubai, she’s painting the world more vibrant — one wall, shoe, and canvas at a time.

    Together, Diana and Anna explore how fashion, motherhood, and identity fuel the creative process — and why being bold is always in style.

    👠Key Moments:

    • Diana shares how growing up between cultures shaped her identity and artistic voice — and what Miami has meant to her creative journey.
    • Discover why Diana centers femininity and self-love in her portraits — and how her art helps women feel seen, strong, and stylish.
    • Whether she’s painting murals or customizing designer heels, Diana shares how each surface brings its own inspiration and challenges.
    • As a mom of two and a full-time artist, Diana gets real about creativity, career, and motherhood — and how she finds joy in the chaos.

    🎧 Tune in now for a conversation that’s as colorful and empowering as Diana’s work.

    Whether you’re an artist, a fashion lover, or just someone craving a little more color in your day — this episode is your creative spark.

    Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

    📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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  • Episode 12 | Socially Stylish | I Want Her Shoes Podcast

    Inside the Influencer World with Courtney Spritzer

    Welcome back to the “I Want Her Shoes Podcast,” where your host Anna, had a chance to step into the vibrant world of digital marketing with Courtney Spritzer, the co-founder and visionary behind Socialfly and Entreprenista Media. 

    Courtney stands at the forefront of innovation and strategy, shaping how brands connect in the digital age. From pioneering Socialfly to penning essential guides on social media strategy and spearheading initiatives that empower women entrepreneurs, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. 

    👠 Key Moments:

    1. From NYU to CEO – How Courtney’s early career in finance pivoted into co-founding the award-winning agency Socialfly. 
    2. Hear how Courtney and her co-founder scored their first office through a poker table connection and sheer hustle.
    3. How a podcast turned into a powerful media platform and community for women entrepreneurs.
    4. Courtney shares how the pandemic led her to sunshine, color, and a whole new approach to fashion and business.
    5. Why bold colors became part of her brand DNA—even when launching businesses in all-black New York.
    6. Done is better than perfect.” A must-hear mantra for entrepreneurs afraid to hit ‘publish.’
    7. Stay till the end for a BIG SUPRISE! 

    🎧 Listen now as Courtney shows us that style isn’t just about color and clothes — it’s about showing up boldly, building what doesn’t exist yet, and leading with intention in every space you enter.

    Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

    📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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