Aileen Lee | DNA of a MAKER

In this special episode of DNA of a MAKER, we speak with Dyllan McGee, founder and CEO of MAKERS, to learn more about the origins of 'DNA of a MAKER'. We also dive deep into her own insights on what individual traits make an incredible leader. The answer may surprise you!Plus, a special round of rapid fire questions with our host, Lilliana Vazquez. This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand. 

In this episode of DNA of a MAKER, we asked Aileen Lee, one of the biggest names in tech and founder of Cowboy Ventures, one of the first venture capital firms launched by a woman, to name the traits that have propelled her toward success. Aileen also discusses how she managed the blindspots that may have hindered her personal and professional growth and reveals why this new generation of female leaders impresses and inspires her.Plus, an insightful round of rapid fire questions that will shed light on the characteristics that makes each woman unique and interesting. This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand.

In this episode of DNA of a MAKER, we caught up with Erin Andrews, sports broadcaster for Fox Sports, to discover the defining traits that contribute to her success in the male dominated sports world as well as the one trait that she says has held her back.Describing herself as a no B.S. kind of woman, Erin also candidly discusses working in a male-dominated field and how the use of the word "baby" during an interview with a well-known football player caused a firestorm of criticism.Plus, an insightful round of rapid fire questions that will shed light on the characteristics that makes each woman unique and interesting. This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand.

In this episode of DNA of a MAKER, we sat down with actress, author and activist, Diane Guerrero, who in 2014 shared her parents immigration story, and its deep impact on her life. Since sharing her story, Diane has become an outspoken advocate for immigration reform. During our conversation, Diane says that she credits the survival skills she honed after losing her mother and father, among many other traits, as the foundation for her current success and her determination to empower other women who’ve experienced similar loss.Plus, an insightful round of rapid fire questions that will shed light on the characteristics that makes each woman unique and interesting. This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand.

In this episode of DNA of a MAKER, we sat down with Gretchen Carlson, a journalist, advocate and champion of the #MeToo movement, to ask her about the key traits that define her as a high achieving woman, both professionally and personally.We also asked her to share her insights about what it really means to expose your employer for sexual misconduct, the aftermath of such a risky move and how she's fighting to protect other women from her experience.Plus, an insightful round of rapid fire questions that will shed light on the characteristics that makes each woman unique and interesting.This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand. 

In this episode of DNA of a MAKER, Tarana Burke, civil rights activist, community organizer, and the original founder of the #MeToo movement, sits down to discuss the traits that have shaped her personality, including being a good leader and listener, characteristics that have helped her double her commitment to being a champion for women and girls. Plus, an insightful round of rapid fire questions that will shed light on the characteristics that makes each woman unique and interesting. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast! This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand.

In this episode of DNA of a MAKER,  we asked Professor Crenshaw to detail the traits that have contributed to her overall success, and her thoughts on privilege and questioning authority.  Plus, she tackles our lightning round of questions that will illuminate the characteristics that make her unique.  With the DNA of a MAKER podcast, we wanted to push the conversation forward to the next level — a deep dive into the traits of our MAKERS — and ask, “What are the traits that make MAKERS leaders? What traits give them the courage to fight for diversity and inclusion, and in turn, the courage to effect change?”On DNA of a MAKER, we’re bringing together all different kinds of changemakers -- unified in their commitment to do better and be better -- to see what we can learn from their journey.This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand.

With the DNA of a MAKER podcast, we wanted to push the conversation forward to the next level — a deep dive into the traits of our MAKERS — and ask, “What are the traits that make MAKERS leaders? What traits give them the courage to fight for diversity and inclusion, and in turn, the courage to effect change?”On DNA of a MAKER, we’re bringing together all different kinds of changemakers -- unified in their commitment to do better and be better -- to see what we can learn from their journey.Apple Podcasts  / Google Podcasts / RadioPublic / SimplecastDNA of a MAKER is a Verizon Media production and supported by 23andMe. This podcast is executive produced by Dyllan McGee and Elizabeth Bohnel. This series is produced by Stacy Jackman, Carisse Moy, Kelly Matousek, Jevon Bruh and Jeffrey Pattit, and is edited by Elena Perez, Roy Hamm and Meg Metzger. This series is funded by 23andMe. All content is editorially independent, with no influence or input from the brand.