Changing The Game
Changing the Game is a podcast that highlights bold, inspiring women who are redefining leadership and carving their own paths across different industries, backgrounds, and life chapters. Hosted by Jordan Duren, each episode dives deep into the stories of female leaders who have navigated transitions, taken risks, and challenged the status quo. From corporate trailblazers to creative entrepreneurs, these women share the real, unfiltered truths behind their journeys—what it took, what they learned, and what they’d tell the next woman ready to rise. If you’re ready to break the mold, own your story, and lead with purpose, this s...
Erika Ayers Badan on Redefining Success and Embracing Change
This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Erika Ayers Badan, former CEO of Barstool Sports, current CEO of Food52, and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career.
Erika opens up about her non-linear path from receptionist to CEO, how she’s embraced failure as fuel, and why tuning out the noise and trusting your gut matters more than any resume or job title.
She also shares candid advice on showing up authentically, hiring in today’s world, and finding growth in discomfort.
Whether you’re starting out, starting over, or simp...
From Naval Aviator to COO: Ashley Ferguson on Thriving Under Pressure & Leading With Confidence
This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Ashley Ferguson, a former U.S. Naval Aviator, Top Gun graduate, Naval Academy basketball player, MIT Sloan alum, and now the COO of Guardian Agriculture.
Ashley shares her incredible journey from military aviation to leading innovation in agtech. She opens up about what it takes to lead in high-stakes environments, how she has embraced change throughout her career, and the mindset that’s helped her grow through every transition.
Whether you’re a veteran, a former athlete, or simply figuring out what’s next, Ashley...
Briana Gilmartin on Empowering Athletes to Win Beyond the Field
This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Briana Gilmartin, a former college soccer player at Iona College. Now a leader in athlete career development, Briana shares how she helps players transition beyond sport through authentic mentorship and meaningful connections.
In this episode, Briana dives into the power of networking and how the NWSL’s Beyond the Field program aligns with Shift Group’s mission to empower athletes and veterans in their career transitions. She highlights the importance of taking small steps forward, building genuine relationships, and leveraging support systems to unlock new professional oppo...
Jazz Carlin on Winning Olympic Medals and Channeling a High-Performance Mindset in Sales
This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Olympic silver medalist and sales leader Jazz Carlin to talk about her transition from elite swimmer to elite sales professional.
In this episode, Jazz shares powerful insights on building resilience, navigating identity after sport, and how athletes can find their purpose outside the pool. If you're navigating a career transition or are considering taking on a new challenge, this is a must-listen
Introducing Changing The Game
Changing the Game is a podcast that highlights bold, inspiring women who are redefining leadership and carving their own paths across different industries, backgrounds, and life chapters.
Hosted by Jordan Duren, each episode dives deep into the stories of female leaders who have navigated transitions, taken risks, and challenged the status quo. From corporate trailblazers to creative entrepreneurs, these women share the real, unfiltered truths behind their journeys—what it took, what they learned, and what they’d tell the next woman ready to rise.
If you’re ready to break the mold, own your story...
