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BILFPOD

Mara Dorne

The BILFPOD (Boss I'd Like To Follow) takes a deep dive into the lives and 'drives' of others. This weekly show, hosted by Mara Dorne, features unfiltered conversations with business leaders, influencers, and BILF's in their own accord. Branded segments such as "BILF Breakdown" "What's in your BILF bag” and many more that will keep you entertained, inspired and bring on allll the feels- LIVE from our studio- in 6 inch heels!

Anyone who says business isn’t fun has obviously never listened to the BILFPOD.

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  • 26 episodes
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  • Avg 41 min
  • English

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  • S1 · E56
    April 30 · 53 min

    The Queen of Pitch Speaks: Dr. Forbes Riley on Sales, Success & Never Shrinking in the Boardroom

    In this episode of The BilFPod, Mara sits down with the legendary Dr. Forbes Riley—a woman who has generated over $2.5 BILLION in sales, graced Broadway stages, hosted ESPN games, delivered 2 TED Talks, and authored 3 bestselling books. This conversation is raw, real, and absolutely packed with value for every woman who has ever been told to shrink herself in a room. 🔥 In This Episode We Cover: -How Dr. Forbes Riley mastered the art of the pitch and turned it into $2.5 billion in sales -Why women shrink themselves in boardrooms and how to STOP doing it -The truth about being a woman in corporate America and navigating the boys' club -How authenticity is your greatest weapon in sales and in life -Why your appearance, confidence and energy govern everything in business -The double standard women face every single day and how to flip it into power -How to gain respect without changing who you are -The importance of controlling your emotions without losing your authenticity -Why the internet and your voice are the most powerful tools women have today 📲 Connect with Dr. Forbes Riley: Instagram: @forbes_riley 📌 If this episode fired you up, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and hit the 🔔 so you never miss an episode of The BilFPod—where authenticity trumps authority.

  • S1 · E55
    April 23 · 37 min

    AKON Is BACK: First Album in 20 Years, No Filter & The Comeback Nobody Saw Coming

    If you were alive in the 2000s, you KNOW this man. From Locked Up to Smack That to lighting up an entire continent—the GOAT himself, AKON, sits down with Mara Dorne on The BilfPod for the most unfiltered conversation of his career. We go DEEP. No filter. Just truth. In this episode, Akon opens up about the following: -Going 6 years straight with NO days off (2004–2010) and not even realizing it -Why prison was the making of him — and actually saved his life -The real story behind losing his first millions (and why he doesn't regret it) -What it was really like working with Lady Gaga before she was GAGA -Why he kept a small circle — and how a big entourage almost destroyed him -His bold prediction: Africa will dominate global music within the next decade -His brand new album Beautiful Day dropping April 24th — and what comes next This is the episode Mara says she'll never top. And honestly? We believe her. 🎵 Get Akon's new album Beautiful Day — April 24th 🌐 Find Akon everywhere: akon.com 💬 Drop a comment — what's your favorite Akon song of all time? 👍 Like, subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode 🎙️ The BilfPod — where authenticity trumps authority #Akon #TheBillPod #AkonInterview #NewMusic #BeautifulDay #MaraDorn #AkonIsBack #AfricanMusic #Afrobeats #MusicPodcast

  • S1 · E54
    April 16 · 44 min

    Stop Chasing, Start Attracting: Mike C-Rock’s Formula for Podcasting Success

    🎙️ The Podcasting GOAT Reveals His Secrets to Going Viral & Building a Network | Mike C Rock In this episode of The Bill's Pod, Myra sits down with Mike C Rock—podcast host, entrepreneur, networking powerhouse, and founder of That One Agency and Quantum Expansion. Mike went from running a mortgage operation from Philadelphia to Miami to building a 2.2 million following and appearing on over 1,200 podcasts in 5 years. This one is PACKED with value. 🔥 In This Episode We Cover the Following: How Mike walked away from a lucrative mortgage business at 40 to reinvent himself Why most entrepreneurs are in "chase mode" and how to flip to an attraction model The podcasting strategy that created omnipresence across all social platforms How to land big-name guests even when nobody knows who you are Why your environment and the people around you will make or break your success The "tank vs trunk" mindset that separates winners from victims What Quantum Expansion is and why it's changing lives 3 simple steps to launching and growing your podcast TODAY 📲 Connect with Mike C Rock: Instagram: @MikeyCRock 📌 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of The Bill's Pod—where authenticity trumps authority.

  • S1 · E53
    April 2 · 25 min

    The Dark Reality of High-Profile Trials: A Veteran Prosecutor Tells All

    What does it really mean to decide if someone is guilty… or not? In this episode of BILF Podcast, we sit down with Beth Karas — former prosecutor turned independent legal consultant and renowned legal analyst. From facing real people behind the cases… to witnessing moments that no script could ever capture… Beth shares the truth about the justice system from the inside. In this episode: What it feels like to decide someone’s fate: guilty or not The reality of working with real people, not just case files Cases where justice didn’t go as expected Unscripted courtroom moments that change everything Her transition from prosecutor to media expert on The Curious Case Of… This isn’t just about law. It’s about pressure, perception… and decisions that can change lives forever.

  • S1 · E52
    March 26 · 35 min

    It Wasn’t My Condition, It Was the Conditioning | Lachi’s Raw Road to Grammy Fame

    What if the thing the world told you was your limitation… was actually your greatest power? In this episode of BILF, Lachi—GRAMMY-nominated artist, cultural architect, and CEO—shares how she transformed adversity into influence and identity into impact. Blind since childhood, Lachi didn’t just navigate the world differently—she chose to redefine it. From music to activism, from vulnerability to leadership, this conversation dives deep into what it really means to own your story in a world that tries to label you. We talk about: – Turning “difference” into power – Why blindness was never the real obstacle – The hidden strength behind vulnerability – Building confidence and finding your voice – Using entertainment to break stigmas and shift culture This isn’t just an episode — it’s a perspective shift. If you’ve ever felt underestimated, unseen, or boxed in… this one is for you. 🎧 Watch now and rethink what’s possible. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g 00:00 – 00:35 – Intro 00:35 – 03:00 – Growing Up Blind & Nigerian American — Family, Shame & Finding Music 03:00 – 07:00 – "It Wasn't the Condition, But the "Conditioning"—Overcoming Shame & Neurodivergence 07:00 – 12:00 – Breaking Into Music — From Piano to Grammy Nominations 12:00 – 17:00 – Advocacy & Building RAMPD — Fighting for Disability Inclusion in the Music Industry 17:00 – 22:00 – Glam Canes: Turning a Walking Cane Into a Fashion Statement & Business 22:00 – 27:00 – Disability Visibility in Media & The PBS Renegades Series 27:00 – 31:00 – What's Next — Children's Album "Magnificent," Book Tour & Glam Canes Expansion 31:00–34:15 – Final Message—Accept, Embrace, Celebrate & Become a Beacon for Others 34:15 – 35:17 – Outro Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow Lachi → ‪@‬lachimusic Follow the Podcast → ‪@bilfpod‬

  • S1 · E51
    March 19 · 1 hr 5 min

    She Said “No” to Big Pharma — And Built Her Own Movement

    n this episode of BILF Pod, we sit down with Kelly Brogan — a holistic psychiatrist, bestselling author, and the voice behind a radically different approach to mental health and women’s well-being. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. We explore the limitations of modern medicine, the emotional realities many women face, and the deeper work of reclaiming autonomy, identity, and relationships. From questioning traditional psychiatric practices to redefining healing, this episode challenges everything you think you know about mental health. No clichés. No easy answers. Just an honest conversation about transformation, responsibility, and what it really means to take control of your life. 🎙️ Topics we cover: – Mental health beyond medication – Women, identity, and autonomy – Marriage, growth, and emotional responsibility – Questioning the medical system – Reclaiming control over your life If you're ready to think differently — this one’s for you. If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: / @bilfpod Get Connected: Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorne Follow kelly Brogan → ‪@KellyBroganMD‬ Follow the Podcast → ‪@bilfpod‬

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