<![CDATA[Ask A Virginia Woman]]>Ask a Virginia Woman — the podcast where we talk power, policy, leadership, and life with the women who are shaping the future of the Commonwealth. I’m Judy Selzer, co-founder of the Virginia Women’s Foundation and during each episode, I sit down with bold, brilliant women from all corners of Virginia and turn up the volume on leadership, equity, and courage—one story at a time. I talk with CEOs, business leaders, lawmakers, educators, and entrepreneurs. And I ask: How did they get here? What challenges are they taking on? And what advice do they have for the rest of us?


]]>www.VAWomen.orgRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:06:19 GMTThu, 05 Feb 2026 23:13:54 GMT60Judy Selzer<p><b><i>Ask a Virginia Woman</i> </b>— the podcast where we talk power, policy, leadership, and life with the women who are shaping the future of the Commonwealth. I’m Judy Selzer, co-founder of the <b>Virginia Women’s Foundation</b> and during each episode, I sit down with bold, brilliant women from all corners of Virginia and turn up the volume on leadership, equity, and courage—one story at a time. I talk with CEOs, business leaders, lawmakers, educators, and entrepreneurs. And I ask: How did they get here? What challenges are they taking on? And what advice do they have for the rest of us?</p><p><br /></p>episodicJudy Selzerjudith@vawomen.orgno<![CDATA[Daphne Wotherspoon & Judy Selzer: Mentorship, Sponsorship & Tech - June 4, 2025]]>This week on Ask a Virginia Woman, I’m thrilled to be joined by Daphne Wotherspoon. Daphne is the Director of Sales for U.S. Markets in the Capitol Region at Akkodis—a global leader in digital transformation, technology modernization, and contingent staffing. With more than 20 years in technology consulting and another decade in talent acquisition, Daphne has helped clients strategically align people, processes, and technology to drive real results.

Beyond the boardroom, Daphne is a force in the local tech community. She currently serves as President-Elect for Women In Technology and has held leadership roles with Dress for Success DC, STEM for Her, and previously served as WIT President in 2020–2021. Her commitment to empowering women and girls—especially in tech—is unwavering. Daphne is all about helping women connect, collaborate, and thrive.


]]>1ece70dd-6e23-4031-8cc6-0bdf065a509bThu, 05 Feb 2026 23:50:53 GMT<p>This week on <i>Ask a Virginia Woman</i>, I’m thrilled to be joined by <b>Daphne Wotherspoon</b>. Daphne is the Director of Sales for U.S. Markets in the Capitol Region at Akkodis—a global leader in digital transformation, technology modernization, and contingent staffing. With more than 20 years in technology consulting and another decade in talent acquisition, Daphne has helped clients strategically align people, processes, and technology to drive real results.</p><p>Beyond the boardroom, Daphne is a force in the local tech community. She currently serves as President-Elect for Women In Technology and has held leadership roles with Dress for Success DC, STEM for Her, and previously served as WIT President in 2020–2021. Her commitment to empowering women and girls—especially in tech—is unwavering. Daphne is all about helping women connect, collaborate, and thrive.</p><p><br /></p>no00:24:4714Daphne Wotherspoon & Judy Selzer: Mentorship, Sponsorship & Tech - June 4, 2025full<![CDATA[Jamie Lockhart & Judy Selzer: Reproductive Health, Advocacy & Leadership - May 23, 2025]]>This week on Ask a Virginia Woman, we’re joined by Jamie Lockhart, a passionate advocate for reproductive health and Executive Direcctor of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia. With more than a decade of experience in public health and policy, Jamie brings both strategic insight and a deep commitment to expanding access to care for all communities—especially those historically marginalized.

In this episode, Jamie shares the journey that led her to reproductive rights advocacy, the challenges facing healthcare access in the Commonwealth, and the power of showing up—especially when the stakes are high. Tune in for a candid and inspiring conversation about policy, purpose, and the pursuit of equity.


]]>b6aeb20f-38b4-4b0a-90df-e2af2696b7f0Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:48:58 GMT<p>This week on <i>Ask a Virginia Woman</i>, we’re joined by Jamie Lockhart, a passionate advocate for reproductive health and Executive Direcctor of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Virginia. With more than a decade of experience in public health and policy, Jamie brings both strategic insight and a deep commitment to expanding access to care for all communities—especially those historically marginalized.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Jamie shares the journey that led her to reproductive rights advocacy, the challenges facing healthcare access in the Commonwealth, and the power of showing up—especially when the stakes are high. Tune in for a candid and inspiring conversation about policy, purpose, and the pursuit of equity.</p><p><br /></p>no00:32:4513Jamie Lockhart & Judy Selzer: Reproductive Health, Advocacy & Leadership - May 23, 2025full<![CDATA[Senator Barbara Favola & Judy Selzer: Government Leadership - May 12, 2025]]>Today I’m joined by Virginia State Senator Barbara Favola — a longtime champion for women, children, and families. Senator Favola represents the 40th District and has spent over a decade in the General Assembly fighting for progressive policies on health care, reproductive rights, education, and social justice. Her leadership has helped shape key legislation and bring critical resources to Northern Virginia and beyond. We’ll talk about her journey into public service, the battles she’s fought — and won — in the Senate, and what keeps her grounded and inspired.

]]>dd8a31fb-6a17-4128-a151-459d86b3062cThu, 05 Feb 2026 23:39:40 GMT<p>Today I’m joined by Virginia State Senator Barbara Favola — a longtime champion for women, children, and families. Senator Favola represents the 40th District and has spent over a decade in the General Assembly fighting for progressive policies on health care, reproductive rights, education, and social justice. Her leadership has helped shape key legislation and bring critical resources to Northern Virginia and beyond. We’ll talk about her journey into public service, the battles she’s fought — and won — in the Senate, and what keeps her grounded and inspired.</p>no00:34:5012Senator Barbara Favola & Judy Selzer: Government Leadership - May 12, 2025full<![CDATA[Denise Harrington and Judy Selzer: Advocacy, Equity & Leadership - May 7, 2025]]>Today’s guest on the “Ask A Virginia Woman” is Denise Harrington. She is a powerhouse --dedicated to education and advocacy—a woman who has spent her life breaking barriers, uplifting students, and fighting for equity in and out of the classroom. With a lifelong commitment to public education, she’s taught music, empowered English Learners, and led transformative programs in Virginia schools. A tireless advocate, she has lobbied at the state and national levels and currently serves as State Director of Advocacy for the League of Women Voters of Virginia.

]]>192e2822-b8f5-4140-9017-da5b502c5c59Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:36:05 GMT<p>Today’s guest on the “Ask A Virginia Woman” is Denise Harrington. She is a powerhouse --dedicated to education and advocacy—a woman who has spent her life breaking barriers, uplifting students, and fighting for equity in and out of the classroom. With a lifelong commitment to public education, she’s taught music, empowered English Learners, and led transformative programs in Virginia schools. A tireless advocate, she has lobbied at the state and national levels and currently serves as State Director of Advocacy for the League of Women Voters of Virginia.</p>no00:32:1611Denise Harrington and Judy Selzer: Advocacy, Equity & Leadership - May 7, 2025full