Gretchen Carlson is a celebrated journalist, author, and advocate whose career epitomizes hard work, passion and resilience. A top student at Stanford and Oxford, and an accomplished violinist, she gained national recognition by winning the Miss America competition. As a television reporter, Gretchen broke through stereotypes to become a highly respected professional. Her landmark sexual harassment lawsuit against Fox News in 2016 sparked a nationwide conversation on workplace misconduct and inspired her to co-found Lift Our Voices, a nonprofit dedicated to ending forced arbitration and non-disclosure agreements that silence victims of harassment, assault and other forms of discrimination. Gretchen’s relentless advocacy continues to drive systemic change to ensure a fairer and more diverse workplace.

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Here’s a glimpse of the episode:

  • How not giving up can lead to change people don’t believe is possible
  • Gretchen’s efforts in combating workplace misconduct and her pivotal role in changing laws related to arbitration & NDAs
  • Memorable interviews that shaped Gretchen’s career
  • Gretchen shares her transition from journalist to advocate and her personal experiences that fueled her drive for change.
  • The detrimental effects of forced arbitration
  • Strategies behind successful legislative efforts to protect workers from workplace injustices.
  • The emotional toll of NDAs
  • Gretchen & Sarah’s experiences with parenting older children and the importance of open conversations
  • The intersection of music and advocacy

In this week’s episode…

How do you push forward when people tell you it can’t be done?  In this week’s episode of The Women’s Advocate, Sarah Nichols sits down with Gretchen Carlson, renowned journalist, author, and tireless advocate for workplace fairness. As the co-founder of Lift Our Voices, Gretchen has been at the forefront of the fight against workplace misconduct, successfully championing changes in laws related to forced arbitration and non-disclosure agreements. Listen in as Gretchen shares her inspiring journey from being a trailblazing journalist to becoming a powerful voice for the voiceless, discusses her most memorable interviews, and reveals the personal experiences that drive her relentless advocacy. Sarah and Gretchen delve deep into the impact of non-disclosure agreements on mental health, the strategy behind successful legislative changes, and the importance of cultural transformation in supporting those who speak out.

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