Meet The New Normal, With Yasmine Hamdy

Yasmine talks to Brooklyn-based renowned knife-maker Chelsea Miller. Chelsea’s knives reside in the hands of famous chefs including the team at Eleven Madison Park—the #1 restaurant in the world. Chelsea discusses how knife-making is a form of storytelling, and takes us through the complexities of being successful in a heavily male-dominated industry.

Yasmine talks to Tynnetta McIntosh, Managing Director and Head of Corporate Employee Communications at JPMorgan Chase. Tynnetta shares her views on the advancement of women and minorities in the banking industry. She also discusses her outstanding commitment to philanthropy.

Yasmine talks to Mona Chalabi, data editor at The Guardian US, and host of The Business of Life on Viceland. Mona candidly shares her diverse experiences, fascinating stories, and advice on what to do when you're stuck in a job rut.

Yasmine talks to Shelley Zalis, CEO of The Female Quotient and creator of The Girls’ Lounge. Shelley talks about redefining the rules, standing out, and advancing gender equality in the workplace.

Yasmine talks to Nancy Allen, award winning film music editor. Over the past 20 years, Nancy has worked on such amazing movies as Lord of The Rings, Black Swan, and Limitless. Nancy takes listeners on an inspiring journey where she honors the people who’ve influenced her along the way, notably her mentor Suzana.

Yasmine talks to Helayne Spivak, a pioneer for women in leadership in advertising. She rose through the ranks during the Madmen era and has held such leadership roles as Chief Creative Officer at Young & Rubicam, Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness, Hal Riney and J. Walter Thompson. She is currently Executive Director at the VCU Brandcenter.

I am delighted to welcome you to Meet The New Normal. This show will feature women who’ve achieved positions of leadership in male-dominated industries. Through candid interviews, we'll get to hear about their journeys, discuss their day to day, and find out how they’re shaping the future for the next generation.