Celebrating her 37th birthday, Emily Kramer-Golinkoff is defying the odds—and dedicating her life to advocating for herself and others. Diagnosed with a rare mutation of cystic fibrosis that has remained unimpacted by medical advancements, Emily founded Emily’s Entourage to give her community a voice and hope.
Tune in to hear Emily’s remarkable journey and how she’s committed to leaving no stone unturned.
“The world needs an agent of change and maybe that agent of change can be you.”

Growing up in the tribal areas of Pakistan, Maria Toorpakai Wazir aspired to live life on her own terms. With the support of her family, she burned her clothes and began dressing as a boy in pursuit of freedom—and ultimately human rights.

While her journey has been fraught with obstacles, she is now among the top female squash players in the world and advocates for women’s rights through the Maria Toorpakai Foundation. Tune in for her story of perseverance and the power of acceptance.

Bullied for her weight, Cassandra Hili began to believe the number on a scale defined her worth. One day, she found the courage to take control of her life—to make a change. Now, Cassandra is using her experiences—and her strength—to change the narrative around empowerment and self-acceptance.

Tune in to hear Cassandra’s inspiring story of her decades long battle—and a chance moment to emulate her favorite pop star—and how it inspired others struggling with obesity and depression.