AMPLIFY HER® FOUNDATION LAUNCHES A NEW PODCAST ‘IF SHE CAN MAKE IT HERE’
New York, NY - October 23, 2025 — Amplify Her® Foundation is proud to announce the launch of “If She Can Make It Here”, a podcast dedicated to sharing the voices and visions of the women leading across New York City. Featured guests will include notable changemakers like Ai-jen Poo, the Co-Founder of the National Domestic Workers Alliance and Co-Founder of Caring Across Generations, and Reshma Saujani, the Founder and CEO of Moms First.
“New York City’s Women are bold and ambitious, they’re building pathways, shifting narratives and transforming systems to advance gender equity ,” said Amplify Her® Foundation Founder and Executive Director, Marti Speranza Wong. “‘If She Can Make It Here’ will celebrate their efforts and inspire listeners to take action in their own communities.” Marti will co-host the podcast alongside the organization’s Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, Maia Molina-Schaefer.
The first season will feature 12 episodes exploring how local innovation, mentorship, and collective action are driving systems change for women and girls in New York City. The podcast will also spotlight stories of leaders from local nonprofit organizations that will reveal how innovation - from STEM education to entrepreneurship - fuels long-term impact.
The first episode is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere podcasts are found. The podcast is produced in partnership with Pinwheel by Audily.
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About Amplify Her® Foundation
Amplify Her Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation that supports women and girls from underserved communities in New York City to become transformative changemakers. They envision a world where all women have the voice, power and agency to drive systemic change. To advance gender equity and build a more inclusive future, Amplify Her Foundation focuses its grantmaking on Career Advancement and Leadership Development Pathways for women and girls, particularly in high-growth, high-impact sectors in which women have historically been underrepresented. It centers on trust-based, participatory philanthropy and is guided by its Leadership Network—women leaders who draw from their professional expertise and lived experiences to select grantee-partners that are diverse, inclusive and reflective of local community needs. To learn more about Amplify Her Foundation and its grantee partners, visit www.amplifyherfoundation.org.
About Pinwheel by Audily
Pinwheel, a division of Audily, is where stories spin into strategy. Specializing in podcasts, video shows, and hybrid formats, Pinwheel helps brands, entrepreneurs, and consultants transform their expertise into audience-first content that connects and converts. From idea to launch, the team guides clients through narrative development, production, marketing, and audience growth. With experience across industries, Pinwheel has built standout shows that educate, entertain, and build trust — delivering long-term value through the power of audio-forward storytelling. More information: www.pinwheelpods.com.
