Wake Women Podcast
Wake Women is a podcast for, by and about the women of Wake Forest University. In each episode, fifth-generation alumna Mary Tribble (’82, MA ’19) sits down with a female Wake Forester who inspires her. This show brings you intelligent, thought-provoking reflections from successful women whose experiences will inspire you to be your best self.
Episodes drop biweekly on Fridays.
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We would like to thank these committed Wake Forest Alumnae who helped shape the Wake Women podcast in its formative time: Carol Adams, Kellie Dupree, Megan Hoyt, Polly Fields, Cheryl Fischer, Jana Fritz, Magdelon Harris, Samantha Kruse, Kate Maloney, Catharine McNally, Allison McWilliams, Lisa Quisenberry, Cazandra Rebollar, Jennifer Richwine, Tiffany Tate and Sarah Taylor
Episode 10: Meaghan Steele (’11)
A turn of the century pocket watch that sold for $24 million. An original copy of the constitution that was auctioned for over $43 million. Who buys and sells these extraordinary items? Meet Meaghan Steele, Auctioneer and Director of Luxury Business Operations at Sotheby’s. As an Art History major at Wake Forest, Meaghan was trained to research and interpret artifacts in the context of our history and culture. She uses that knowledge every day as she navigates the high-finance world of luxury objects in the Americas.
Meaghan Steele
Meaghan Steele is the Vice President, Director of Luxury Business Operations, Americas at Sotheby’s and oversees all sale-related diligence and operations for the Luxury Division in the Americas as part of the Global Luxury business’s transformation across its sales channels. Partnering with colleagues across the organization, she ensures the success of travelling exhibitions and site-specific sales across the country, with recent such examples as MODA Miami, the Napa Valley Vintners, and MGM Resorts x Sotheby’s. She is responsible for the execution of the Luxury Division’s sale series in the Americas including The Luxury Sales, which take place quarterly; Book Week; and Geek Week; among others. During her time at Sotheby’s, Meaghan has worked on such notable sales including Codex Sassoon: The Earliest Most Complete Hebrew Bible (2023); Making our Nation: Constitutions and Related Documents
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Sold to Benefit the Dorothy Tapper Goldman Foundation (2021); Creating a Stage: The Collection of Marsha and Robin Williams (2018); Lady Blue Eyes: Property of Barbara and Frank Sinatra (2018); and The Henry Graves Jr. Supercomplication (2014). Further, Meaghan became an Auctioneer for the firm in 2022, selling on behalf of both the Luxury and Global Fine Arts Divisions, and has helped establish new auction records for artists such as Frida Kahlo.
Meaghan’s passion for auctioneering extends beyond the walls of Sotheby’s as she donates her time as a charity auctioneer, helping raise funds for numerous non-profits and organizations, such as the Vineyard Theatre and Projects with Care. Meaghan received her Bachelor of Arts in Art History with Honors and Spanish from Wake Forest University.
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Episode 9: Finding Common Ground in a Divided World with Tycely Williams
In a time when we feel more splintered than ever, it’s essential to build bridges across differences. Tycely Williams (’97) has spent her career in the nonprofit space, navigating the tension between problem and possibility. As Chief Development Officer at the Bipartisan Policy Center, Tycely helps bring together politicians from across the aisle to make a positive impact. She will talk about her work and give us vital information on how to find common ground in a divided world. Note: since recording this episode, Tycely has accepted the position of CEO of Liberty Fellowship, an organization dedicated to developing leaders to work individually and collectively to confront some of the most difficult challenges in society to create a better South Carolina for all.
Episode 8: American Politics Today with former Congresswoman Donna Edwards
We talk to former Congresswoman Donna Edwards (’80) about all things politics–the state of the 2024 race, Project 2025, and Supreme Court ethics. Listen to Donna’s inspiring life story that led her to a life of service. Recorded August 7, 2024.
Episode 7: Who Do You Think You Are? Researching Family History with Tanya Zanish-Belcher
Is there a story from your family’s past that you’ve always wanted to explore? Is there a missing branch in your family tree you’re curious about? Do you want to research an ancestor’s life but don’t know where to start? Well, you’re in luck! Because archivist and genealogist Tanya Zanish-Belcher has the knowledge to get you started.
Episode 6: Making Others Blossom: How to Ignite the World Around You with Camille Love
Camille Love ’73 brings beauty, joy, and meaning to the citizens and visitors of Atlanta through the arts. As the Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, she’s committed to cultural justice, believing that the arts should be available and accessible to everyone. Camille will inspire you with her life philosophy and the impact she’s made on the community around her.
Episode 5: Brain Dance: How Can Movement Improve Your Brain Function
Through their groundbreaking research on the integration of dance and neuroscience with Parkinson’s patients, Drs. Soriano and Hugenschmidt uncovered cutting edge data about how movement can change the way your brain works. This episode will break down the science behind movement and give you tips to improve your daily life.
Episode 4: Cause and Commerce: the Power to Do Good with Alice Brown
How can “doing good” and “doing well” intersect to create a business and make a difference in the world? In 2014, Wake Forest University graduate Alice Brown ’03 decided to find out. She left her law career to found GoodSteps, a for-profit flip flop business whose core mission is to direct substantial, sustainable funding to organizations currently engaged in the fight to eradicate hunger.
Episode 3: Celebrities, Women, and Politics with Lauren Wright
Talk show hosts for President? Sports heroes for the Senate? Why do celebrities have an advantage in political runs, but may come up short when it comes time for governing? Join political scientist Lauren Wright (’10) as she gives us insight into her research into celebrities and politics. In this episode, we also discuss the growing importance of first spouses in forwarding the President’s message and policy.
Episode 2: Career Branding and Your Career Strategy with Tiffany Tate
As President of career coaching business Career Maven, Tiffany Tate (’07, MALS ’11) helps people become the CEO of their professional lives. She demystifies the job search process for new, emerging and seasonal professionals in transition. Tiffany will share her insight to help you own your own career story so you can shine brighter in a crowded marketplace and attract your dream job with confidence.
Episode 1: Take a Leading Role in Your Career and Life with Kate Lambert
Life is not something that happens to you; it’s something you make happen! Join actor, writer and producer Kate Lambert (’03) as Mary Tribble (’82, MA ’19) learns about how she took the leading role in her own career. In the competitive world of entertainment, Lambert learned early on that she needed to set the stage for her own success. Hear Lambert’s funny and poignant stories about her successes, setbacks and dreams for the future.
Wake Women Podcast:
Introduction
Wake Women is a podcast for, by and about the women of Wake Forest University. In each episode, fifth-generation alumna Mary Tribble (’82, MA ’19) sits down with a female Wake Forester who inspires her. This show brings you intelligent, thought-provoking reflections from successful women whose experiences will inspire you to be your best self. Episodes drop biweekly on Fridays.