Over This Should
Welcome to Over This Should, the podcast where we ditch societal expectations, challenge the "shoulds" holding women back, and embrace life on your own terms. Hosted by Pamela Meadows, this empowering series features inspiring conversations, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you set boundaries, boost confidence, and live authentically.
Designed for women ready to step into their power, Over This Should covers topics like self-love, emotional intelligence, navigating relationships, and achieving personal and professional growth. Whether you’re redefining success, balancing life’s demands, or seeking inspiration, this podcast provides the tools and support you need to create a fulfilling, unapologetic life.
Join us every week for uplifting stories, actionable advice, and thought-provoking interviews that empower you to live boldly and authentically. Let’s redefine what it means to thrive—together!
Episodes
48 episodes
The Reliable One Is Tired
The reliable one is tired.She remembers the appointments, tracks the deadlines, manages the emotional temperature of the room, and somehow knows when the upstairs bathroom needs more toilet paper. She is capable, trusted, praised, and qu...
The Tampon, the Boardroom & the Practice That Changed My Career
There are moments in life where your brain becomes fully convinced your career is over.Not because you failed.Not because you weren’t prepared.But because you had one deeply human moment in front of other people.In this ep...
The Runaway Yes: Why Women Say Yes When We Want to Say No
How many times have you said “yes” before you even checked your calendar… your energy… or your actual desire to do the thing?In this episode of Over This Should, Pamela dives into the hidden conditioning behind people-pleasing, overcommi...
I Should Feel Confident By Now: The Real Root of Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever looked around a room and thought:“Everyone here knows what they’re doing… except me.”Even though you’re qualified. Even though you’ve earned your seat. Even though people trust your leaders...
The Invisible Moment You Started Abandoning Yourself
There is a moment most high-achieving women can’t name.It doesn’t look dramatic. It doesn’t look reckless. It looks responsible.In this episode, Pamela explores the subtle, invisible pattern that quietly erodes c...
Breaking the Silence: This Survivor's Journey
In this episode, Pamela Meadows discusses her personal experiences with sexual assault, the impact of societal narratives on victims, and the importance of empowering survivors. She addresses current media coverage, systemic issues in the justi...
When Speaking Up Feels Like a Risk: Feminism, DEI, and Still Finding My Voice in 2025
In today's episode, I'm getting real about something I've been wrestling with: how do you raise your voice for what’s right without alienating the people you want to reach?This episode is not a perfectly polished TED Talk. It's ...
Invisible No More: Women Need to Be in All the Rooms
In today’s powerful solo episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the invisible forces shaping our world—and not in a good way. Inspired by the bestselling book Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez (plus a whole lot of mind-blowi...
Tall Poppy Syndrome: Why Women Get Cut Down for Standing Tall
Have you ever felt the sting of being called “too much,” “too confident,” or “too ambitious”? Sis, you’re not imagining it—that’s Tall Poppy Syndrome at work, and this episode is here to slice it at the root.In this episode of <...
Unlocking Your Inner Wisdom: A Conversation with Meghan Gifford
What happens when a high-achieving corporate executive trades spreadsheets and deadlines for breathwork and deep healing? In this transformative episode, Meghan Gifford opens up about her bold pivot from corporate success to becoming a b...
Confidence—How to Show Up Like a Leader (Even When You Don’t Feel Like One)
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. In this powerful episode of Over This Should, Pamela Meadows dives deep into what it really means to show up like a leader, even on the days you feel anythi...
From Fear to Flourish: Transitioning with Confidence featuring Barb Scala
In this empowering episode of the Over This Should podcast, host Pamela Meadows sits down with Barb Scala, a seasoned transition coach for women who helps ambitious women navigate life and career changes with purpo...
Emotional Intelligence—The Secret Weapon of Great Leaders
Ever wonder why some leaders command trust, inspire action, and handle tough situations like pros—while others crash and burn in real time (looking at you, awkward leadership moments on global display)? The answer is Emotional Intel...
Breaking Free from Anxiety & Perfectionism with Trish Gent
In this episode of Over This Should, Pamela Meadows sits down with Trish Gent, an integrative life coach who transitioned from a career in nursing to helping individuals reclaim their emotional well-being. Trish unpacks the crit...
Boss Moves: How to Level Up in Your Career Without Losing Your Sanity
Working harder isn’t the answer—working smarter is.In this episode, we’re breaking down the three-step strategy to level up your career and business—without burnout, waiting for a promotion, or working yourself into the ground.<...
From Overwhelmed to Unstoppable: 3 Simple Steps
Do you feel like setting boundaries makes you a bad mom, bad partner, or bad employee? Spoiler alert: it doesn’t.In this episode, we’re busting the biggest boundary myths that keep working moms stuck in a cycle of exhaust...
Bridging the Bedroom Gap: A Conversation on Women's Sexual Health
In this episode, Dr. Maria Sophocles discusses the complexities of women's health, focusing on the 'bedroom gap' that highlights the differences in sexual desire and expectations between men and women, particularly during midlife. She emphasize...
Failing Forward: Embracing Failure in Life
In this motivational episode, Pamela Meadows discusses the importance of embracing failure and the human experience of falling off track with personal goals. She shares her struggles with maintaining an exercise routine and the inner critic tha...
Holistic Health Also Means Ditching Mom Guilt
In this episode of the Over This Should podcast, Pamela Meadows speaks with Montserrat Corsino, an integrative health and wellness leader. They discuss Montserrat's journey into integrative medicine, the importance of holistic health, and how t...
Unlearning the ‘Shoulds’ Society Sold You
In this episode of Over This Should podcast, Pamela Meadows explores the concept of societal expectations and the pressure of 'shoulds' that often dictate our lives. Through personal anecdotes, she illustrates the struggle of living under these...
Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep with Tim Cram
In this episode of the Over This Should podcast, Pamela interviews Tim Cram, founder of Excelsior Sleep, who shares his journey from struggling with sleep issues to becoming a sleep coach. The conversation delves into the science of sleep, the ...
Why Resolutions Fail (And What to Do Instead)
In this episode, Pamela Meadows discusses the challenges of New Year's resolutions and offers insights on setting achievable goals. She emphasizes the importance of sustainable habits, intrinsic motivation, and personal desires over societal ex...
Reflecting on 2024 – A Year of Growth, Grace, and Grit
As the year draws to a close, let's take a moment to reflect on 2024 with a heart full of gratitude and grace. In this inspiring episode, we celebrate the wins, big and small, and discuss the lessons learned from the challenges faced by ambitio...
Breaking Free: Transformative Healing with Tonia Winchester
In this enlightening episode of the "Over This Should" podcast, we sit down with Tonia Winchester, a dedicated naturopathic doctor, and mind-body healing coach. Tonia shares her journey from being a sick child disenchanted with Western medicine...
Embrace Being Multi-passionate and Finding Your Self during the Process
In this Over This Should podcast episode, Pamela Meadows interviews Chalise Shartzer, a children's book author by night and corporate change maker by day. They discuss Chalise's journey into authorship, the importance of family, self-c...
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