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Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw

Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw

By: Laurie McGraw
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 Advancing women to healthcare leadership–and keeping them there. Women comprise 70% of the healthcare workforce. They hold just 20% of the C-suite. Each week, host Laurie McGraw bridges that gap through conversations with the women rewriting healthcare’s leadership playbook.2025 Laurie McGraw. All rights reserved. Career Success Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Leading 60,000 people: A Blueprint For Female Leadership In Global Business || Kristy Whitehurst

    Leading 60,000 people: A Blueprint For Female Leadership In Global Business || Kristy Whitehurst
    Feb 17 2026
    "When you do your homework... when you can speak to the facts... they stop and they listen." In this episode of Inspiring Women, Laurie McGraw sits down with Kristy Whitehurst, the powerhouse behind the employee benefits strategy at Genuine Parts Company (GPC). Managing the well-being of over 60,000 members across a global landscape is no small feat, yet Kristy has navigated this complex "puzzle" for over two decades. Kristy opens up about her unconventional start—from a degree in dietetics to becoming a leading voice in HR. She shares the raw reality of rising through the ranks in a male-dominated industry, the nerve-wracking moment of her first executive presentation, and why "owning your mistakes" is the ultimate catalyst for growth. Whether you are looking to scale the corporate ladder, master the art of data-driven persuasion, or find the balance between professional passion and personal life, Kristy’s "Maiden Voyage" into the podcast world provides a blueprint for sustainable, high-impact leadership. In this episode, we discuss: The strategy of managing benefits for a global workforce of 60,000+. How to command respect and "stop the room" in male-dominated boardrooms. The "Puzzle of Benefits": Balancing rising costs with employee retention. Why asking the "simple" questions is a leader's greatest superpower. Navigating corporate evolution, M&A, and the future of AI in healthcare. The importance of mentorship and watching how the "greats" prepare for the big moments.
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    21 mins
  • The Toxic Truth About 'Healthy' Eating: A Dietitian’s Confession - Caroline Susie || Ep. 234

    The Toxic Truth About 'Healthy' Eating: A Dietitian’s Confession - Caroline Susie || Ep. 234
    Feb 17 2026
    "We’ve been conditioned to fear our food, but the 'health halo' is the biggest deception of all." Caroline Susie is not your average dietitian. From the Today Show to the boardrooms of the world’s largest corporations, she has become one of the most influential voices in nutrition. But her message is often met with shock: she believes "all foods fit" and that much of what we’ve been told about "fake food" and organic labels is marketing, not science. In this raw and wide-ranging conversation, Caroline sits down with Laurie McGraw to dismantle the myths that keep us stressed at the grocery store. She addresses why "conventionally grown" produce is safer than you think and why the "health halo" around organic products might be emptying your wallet without improving your health. Beyond the plate, Caroline reveals the high-stakes world of corporate health consulting at Mercer. She breaks down the "miracle" GLP-1 weight-loss drugs—balancing the clinical life-changing benefits with the cold, hard economics of a $1,000-a-month habit that most people are destined to fail. We discuss: The Strawberry Myth: Why you could eat 650 servings and still be safe. The "Fake Food" Trap: Why she chooses real butter and real cheese over "healthy" alternatives. The GLP-1 Crisis: Why the weight comes back faster—and worse—once you stop. Doing Nothing is Disruption: The bold leadership move required to save the healthcare system. Leaving a Toxic Boss: How a "hard pass" turned into a decade-long career transformation. This is a masterclass in nutrition, corporate strategy, and the courage to speak the truth in an industry built on confusion.
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    25 mins
  • Healthcare Executive's 2026 message to all Women!

    Healthcare Executive's 2026 message to all Women!
    Feb 6 2026
    My Roadmap for Leadership in 2026 Host: Laurie McGraw Welcome to our very first episode of 2026! As I step into this new year, both in my role at Transcarent and as the host of this podcast, I’ve been thinking deeply about one word: Momentum. After more than 100s of conversations with incredible trailblazers, I’m dedicated to exploring how more inspiring women shape the world, and their businesses! I’m so glad you’re here with me. We will be dropping episodes every Tuesday with a new guest.
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    2 mins
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