I Have Questions with Stephanie Doherty

On this episode, I interview Maureene Riethmiller — Spanish-speaking teacher, triathlete, and mom of two — who has also been a surrogate twice. Maureene shares how she first considered surrogacy, the emotional and physical journey of carrying babies for two different families, and the unexpected community she found through both journeys. She reveals practical details about the medical process of becoming a surrogate and some of the weirdest questions she was asked along the way. Get behind the scenes of surrogacy and helping families in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

On this episode, I interview Kristen Coates, artist, curator, and founder of an art gallery in Newport, Rhode Island. Kristen shares how she built a gallery and lifestyle space rooted in her own point of view, curating everything from colorful abstract paintings to vintage home décor with intention and intuition. She talks about creative marketing experiments like Instagram auctions and “pay what you want” sales, and the importance of saying no to anything that doesn’t feel right. Kristen's Art Gallery: https://kristencoates.com/ Kristen's Substack, On Holiday https://kristencoatesart.substack.com/

On this episode, I interview Cathey Ann Fears, a former Delta Airlines flight attendant with a 25-year career in the skies. Cathey Ann shares how a childhood fascination with aviation and a twist of fate led to a life of transcontinental routes and unforgettable passengers—from sports teams to Paul McCartney’s road crew. She talks about the realities of flight attendant training, navigating emergencies, and hilarious moments at 30,000 feet, including runaway dogs and questionable shoe choices. Get all this and more in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

On this episode, I interview Joe Iannello, South Jersey native and experienced real estate broker. Joe has spent the last decade helping clients buy and sell homes. He talks about the gap between TV portrayals and reality, the challenges of the market, and surprising moments—from a showing interrupted by a sleeping teenager to a house straight out of a crime drama. Joe reflects on the lessons learned, and what keeps him passionate in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

On this episode, I interview Daniel Reece, Broadway actor and executive speech coach. Daniel shares how a childhood love of drawing evolved into a passion for performance and how his acting career informs his unique approach to communication coaching. We talk about the overlap between public speaking and performance, the epidemic of vocal fry, and why committing to your message matters more than getting it perfect. Get behind the scenes of theater, voice, and the power of presence in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

On this episode, I interview Josh Smith, bassist for the Grammy-winning rock band Halestorm. Josh shares how childhood piano lessons led to a life on stage, touring the world with one of rock’s most electrifying bands. He talks about recording their new album, playing festivals with Iron Maiden and Black Sabbath, and how the band has stayed tight after 20 years together. Josh also opens up about balancing tour life with raising two kids, and what it really takes to make music a career. Get behind the scenes of rock and roll, creativity, and life on the road in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

On this episode, I interview Melissa Jones, bridal boutique owner and co-founder of Serendipity Bridal Collections. Melissa shares how a disappointing wedding dress experience inspired her to open a shop of her own that offers a truly personal experience. She talks about building a business with her mom, adapting to trends, and what it takes to help hundreds of brides find the dress. Get behind the scenes of bridal fashion, small business, and the magic of saying yes to the dress in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

On this episode, I interview Luke X. Cunningham, Emmy-nominated writer and comedian. Luke shares what a day in the life of a late-night writer looks like, how to craft a great joke, and the unexpected path to writing his middle-grade novel Leo, Inventor Extraordinaire. Luke shares unforgettable stories, from getting dunked on by a teenage Kobe Bryant to watching Prince smash a borrowed guitar at The Tonight Show. Get behind the scenes of writing, comedy, and creativity in a new episode of the I Have Questions podcast.

What’s it like to be a real-life mermaid? In this episode, I talk to Haley, a professional mermaid who performs at aquariums, restaurants, and birthday parties. We get into how she found this career, what kind of training it takes, and the very real physical demands of swimming in a tail. We also talk about her business, tail safety, and the wild things people ask her. Visit haleymermaid.com or follow @haleymermaid on TikTok and Instagram. Mermaid Tail Safety: haleymermaid.com/pages/tail-safety Thank you Maelove Skincare for sponsoring today's episode! Two products I use and love are: Moonlight: maelove.com/products/moonlight-retinaldehyde-retinal-night-serum Hydrator: maelove.com/products/hydrator-hyaluronic-acid-b5-serum For more information, visit maelove.com

On this episode, I interview Rebekah Barrera, a secret shopper who inspects hotels, restaurants, casinos, and cruise ships.