Bada$$ In Action

Bada$$ in Action is a high-energy, interview-driven show that blends real-world success stories with mindset hacks to spark fearless, fun momentum. The tone is bold, and conversational. Every episode leaves listeners fired up to take the next leap. We speak directly to women who are launching or scaling their businesses, delivering the tools, inspiration, and identity-shifting insights they need to turn ambitious plans into unstoppable action.

Bada$$ In Action is a education podcast hosted by Melanie Browning, with 19 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Melanie Browning hosts Bada$$ In Action, a education show with 19 episodes published.

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  Episode #30

  Autism Training for First Responders: Improving Emergency Encounters

  Mar 5, 202627 minS1

  <p>In this powerful episode of Badass in Action, Melanie Browning sits down with Autumn Timmins, founder and president of Preston's Pursuit for Acceptance, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping first responders with the tools they need for effective, informed interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum.</p><p>As both a mother of a son on the spectrum and the wife of a recently retired law enforcement officer, Autumn has lived on both sides of emergency encounters. What she saw in the media — and experienced personally — led her to take action.</p><p>With no standardized autism training for first responde...

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  Episode #18

  She Started Anyway: Building a Business Without All the Answers

  Feb 12, 202621 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Badass in Action, host Melanie Browning sits down with Emily Bacon, founder of Hot Potato Art Studio in Gilbert, Arizona.</p><p>Emily shares her powerful journey from elementary school teacher to entrepreneur — sparked by a simple question from her daughter and an idea she couldn’t ignore. What began as a vision and a few garage classes has grown into a thriving brick-and-mortar children’s art studio serving ages 5–17, welcoming after-school students, homeschool families, and partnering with local schools to bring creativity to kids throughout the community.</p><p>This conversation dives into:<br>• Trusting a...

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  Episode #17

  Why High Achievers Feel Stuck (And How to Break Free) -EP 17 with Michele Christopher

  Jan 22, 202630 minS1

  <p>What if the problem isn’t your discipline, motivation, or work ethic—but the way your brain is operating?<br>In this episode, host Melanie Browning sits down with Michele Christopher, a neuroscience-informed executive coach who helps high achievers stop overthinking, trust themselves, and lead with ease instead of pressure. Michele shares how our thoughts shape performance, why confidence disappears even at high levels of success, and practical tools to interrupt mental patterns that keep us stuck. This conversation is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone ready to take aligned action without burnout.Looking to connect directly with Michele...

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  Episode #16

  Mastering the Pivot: Rebuilding Life & Business with Nikki Mingoea

  Jan 15, 202630 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Badass in Action, host Melanie Browning interviews Nikki Mingoea, luxury hair colorist, boutique salon owner coach, and wellness-focused entrepreneur based in Gilbert, Arizona. Nikki shares her powerful journey through burnout, identity shifts, and starting over, including leaving a successful salon business in New York and rebuilding her life and career from scratch.</p><p>This conversation explores entrepreneurial pivots, hustle culture in the beauty industry, nervous-system-aligned business, self-trust, and redefining success. Nikki opens up about moving beyond overwork, embracing wellness and yoga, and helping salon owners build businesses that support their lives—not drain them.</p><p>If y...

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  Episode #15

  Crush Your 2026 Goals Using These 5 Game-Changers from Melanie Browning

  Jan 8, 202612 minS1

  <p>Are you ready to make 2026 the year you actually follow through?</p><p><br>In this episode of Badass in Action, Melanie Browning shares her 5 favorite proven tips to help you crush your goals in 2026, without overwhelm or burnout. From using the power of your brain’s reticular activating system, to surrounding yourself with the right people, to the #1 life-changing habit that successful people use daily, these strategies are simple, powerful, and actionable. If you’re tired of setting the same goals every year and want real results, this episode is your starting line.</p><p><br></p>

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