by JudyLloyd | Apr 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast.With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership.She...
by JudyLloyd | Apr 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
In this eye-opening episode of the Purple Inspiration Podcast, host Judy sits down with Deborah Allen — former BART Director, CPA, financial expert, and longtime public servant.Deborah served 8 years on the BART Board and brings an insider’s perspective on...
by JudyLloyd | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
In this episode, host Judy sits down with Margaret Liang — a respected community leader, board chair of the Tri-Valley APAPA chapter, Stanford Healthcare Tri-Valley board member, and longtime advocate for inclusive civic engagement.Leaders Rising Above the...
by JudyLloyd | Mar 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Dr. Deb Smith-Hemphill is a productivity expert, executive coach, and founder of DSH Enterprises with nearly 40 years of experience helping leaders communicate and perform better.Leaders Rising Above the Noise: Spotlighting bold women in policy, entrepreneurship,...
by JudyLloyd | Mar 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
I met a lot of famous people when I worked at the U.S. Capitol—particularly when I worked for Senator Bob Dole (R-KS) when he was U.S. Senate Majority Leader. Some celebrities were quick drive-bys. I once saw Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward sign in and walk...
by JudyLloyd | Mar 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
America has fallen completely in love with Alysa Liu. Her grace and ease as a skater won her the Gold at the 2026 Olympics. She is adorable—striped hair and all—and a real symbol of Oakland, a place she calls home, as the daughter of a Chinese...
