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Work Friends

Argent
Celebrity Hair Styling
Women Empowerment
Self-Confidence
Building a Brand
Climbing the Corporate Ladder
Women In Media
Armchair Expert
Voting
Raising Money
Success On Their Own Terms
Mentorship
Career Development
Bridgerton
Grey's Anatomy
Women In Politics
Reproductive Rights
Imposter Syndrome
Community Organizing
Podcasting
Ambition

Secrets to success? No, thank you. Welcome to Work Friends, a podcast for sharing upfront and unfiltered career stories—the good, the bad, and the unapologetically ambitious. Because what’s better than a bit of real talk among friends?Each episode, Sali Christeson, Founder and CEO of women’s workwear brand, Argent, hosts one of her Work Friends for a conversation about climbing the corporate ladde... more

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This week, Sali sits down with Shaniqua McClendon, a political strategist, commentator, and the Vice President of Politics for Crooked Media. 

Shaniqua has spent her career in politics—starting with an internship in the Obama White House, followed b... more

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Courtney Mays is the image architect behind some of basketball's biggest stars: Sue Bird, Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, and Chris Paul, among others. And as such, she plays a major role in the styling the players’ rotation of tunne... more

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Today, Sali is joined by Lauren Sherman, one of the most prominent voices in fashion journalism. The Fashion Correspondent at Puck, writer behind the Line Sheet newsletter, and host of the Fashion People podcast has her pulse on the industry’s major ... more

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Trinny Woodall is a founder, CEO, author, podcast host, and something of a culture sensation. She was one half of the duo behind the What Not to Wear series—the original one launched in the UK in the early 2000s—and for the past eight years, she has ... more

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Recent Guests

Shaniqua McClendon
Political strategist and VP of Politics for Crooked Media
Crooked Media
Episode: Shaniqua McClendon on Using Your Voice (& The Risk of Losing It)
Courtney Mays
Image architect styling various prominent athletes
Episode: Courtney Mays on Styling the WNBA's Biggest Stars
Cari Champion
Sports journalist and host of the Naked Sports with Cari Champion podcast
CNN, Naked Sports podcast
Episode: Cari Champion on the Undeniable Connection Between Sports and Politics
Alencia Johnson
Award-winning cultural commentator and political advisor, author of "Flip the Tables"
1063 West Broad
Episode: Alencia Johnson on Flipping Tables and the Power of Being a Disruptor
Katie Couric
Award-winning journalist, podcaster, and author
Katie Couric Media
Episode: Katie Couric on Failing Publicly and Working on the Weekends
Beth Lynk
Executive Director of When We All Vote
When We All Vote
Episode: Beth Lynk on Radical Optimism, Pink Suits of Armor, & When We All Vote
Melissa Winter
Chief of Staff for Michelle Obama for seven years, with a long career in public service including work for Senators and various organizations.
Michelle Obama's team, Higher Ground Productions, When We All Vote
Episode: Melissa Winter On What It Means to Be Michelle Obama's Chief of Staff
Malika Andrews
Host of ESPN's NBA Today and NBA Countdown
ESPN
Episode: Malika Andrews on Meteoric Success & the Truth About Luck
Anjali Sud
CEO of Tubi, previously CEO of Vimeo
Tubi
Episode: Anjali Sud on Rejection, Impatience, and Success on her Own Terms

Host

Sali Christeson
Founder and CEO of Argent, a women's workwear brand, and podcast host focused on candid career conversations with industry-shifting women.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Hoping for a wider range of women

    Love Sali & love the pod! Just wish she had some younger (millennial & gen z) & more diverse women on. I truly don’t need to hear what middle aged white women have to say because then we start moving into “white feminism” pod area.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    treshyy
    United States6 months ago
  • Another vapid podcast

    Ugh another podcast with privileged women yammering on not offering any real advice they can use in their careers.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    VerifiedApple User
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you!

    Sali, I admire you and absolutely love that you are doing a podcast! You & your guests are so authentic, smart and fun to listen to! It’s giving me hope for the future. Thank you & congratulations! 🙌♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBJbyJill
    United States9 months ago
  • Worth a follow!

    These are important and empowering conversations and the podcast helps fill a gap for those of us who are still building strong women mentorships and peer groups. Congratulations and thank you, Sali!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alvara23
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Pocast

    This was a great podcast. Cannot wait to listen again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E.L. Adams
    United Statesa year ago

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Many express a desire for more diverse representation in guests, particularly from younger generations and varied backgrounds.
Listeners appreciate the authentic and candid discussions about women's experiences in professional settings.
Overall, positive feedback highlights the show's empowering content that resonates with women's ambition and challenges.

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#146
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#185
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Apple Podcasts
#227
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Apple Podcasts
#239
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Shaniqua McClendon on Using Your Voice (& The Risk of Losing It)
Q: What's one thing you recommend someone do today to feel more empowered in their government?
Focus locally; there's so much attention on national politics, but local issues need your voice too.
Alencia Johnson on Flipping Tables and the Power of Being a Disruptor
Q: How do you define a disrupter?
Alencia defines a disrupter as someone who identifies what isn't working, disrupts it, and builds something new with intention, emphasizing that everyone has the potential to be a disrupter.
Alencia Johnson on Flipping Tables and the Power of Being a Disruptor
Q: What inspired you to write 'Flip the Tables'?
The book was inspired by Alencia's experiences and reflections during the pandemic and political landscape, emphasizing the need for individuals to recognize obstacles and use their own voices to create change.
Alencia Johnson on Flipping Tables and the Power of Being a Disruptor
Q: How do you ensure your work is noticed, especially as a woman?
Alencia emphasizes the importance of speaking up and advocating for oneself, parallel to the hard work put into tasks, to ensure visibility and recognition.
Alencia Johnson on Flipping Tables and the Power of Being a Disruptor
Q: What was it like growing up in Virginia, and what early examples of work inspired you?
Alencia describes her upbringing in Fredericksburg, Virginia, highlighting her family's strong work ethic and her exposure to activism through her grandmother and church, which shaped her understanding of race and purpose.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Work Friends

What is Work Friends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A platform for candid conversations about personal and professional journeys, this podcast features a host engaging with influential women across various industries. Each episode uncovers the unfiltered truths of career paths, illuminating not only the triumphs but also the struggles that come along the way. Topics such as climbing corporate ladders, brand building, fundraising, and redefining success are frequently explored, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in professional narratives. Listeners can expect to gain insight into the distinct challenges women face in the workplace, as well as meaningful advice from seasoned professionals willing to share their experiences openly.

The uniqueness lies in the podcast's commitment to fo... more

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Recent guests on Work Friends include:

1. Shaniqua McClendon
2. Courtney Mays
3. Cari Champion
4. Alencia Johnson
5. Katie Couric
6. Beth Lynk
7. Melissa Winter
8. Malika Andrews

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