Phoenix, AZ -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/26/2015 -- One woman who had a fear for heights, lacked confidence but had discipline and determination overcame the world's biggest challenge and was the first woman to successfully climb Mount Everest, the world's highest mountain, from both its north and south sides. Another has spent her life as a passionate actress who has used her vocal pipes to work in a wide range of vocal endeavors.

You'll be able to hear the remarkable and inspiring stories of these two women, Cathy O'Dowd and Misty Lee, on the next episode of Deanne DeMarco's high-energy and info-packed radio show, "Today's Inspiring Women."

Both women are guests next Thursday, Jan 29, 2015, during Deanne DeMarco's weekly hour-long program on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Radio network.

The word "extraordinary" doesn't begin to cover Cathy O'Dowd's life which she reveals in her book, "Just For The Love Of It"

Deanne DeMarco, who has twenty successful years as a business coach and professional speaker, said, "Cathy's years on or around Mount Everest have given her insights into individuals and teams under intense stress in the face of overwhelming challenge. Cathy faced the 'worst storm in history of Everest,' giant avalanches, and has experienced the thrill of the summit and the reality of failure, and has paid the ultimate price with the loss of fellow climbers. Cathy's ability to stay motivated and deal with big egos as the only woman on the team are lessons we can all learn from. I am curious how the words of encouragement from President Nelson Mandela during troubled times, impacted her and the team. She shares it in her book and I'm thrilled she will be sharing it with my audience."

In addition to being the best female illusionist in Los Angeles, Misty Lee has put her pipes to work on a wide range of vocal endeavors ranging from commercial projects and promotions to video games, television programs, and film. She can also make some pretty disturbing creature noises. She's both so versatile and such a delight, directors call on her again and again. Some of her roles have been Aunt May in Disney's the Ultimate Spider-Man, and Angie / Scheherazade in The Garfield Show and several roles in The Marvel Experience.

DeMarco said, "I will be asking Misty about how she markets herself and what it takes to make it in such a competitive business. I'm am curious about her "Take 2" point of view on life and how that can help our listeners. I am also interested in her message to 'prepare,' 'plan' and be ready to move when opportunities presents themselves."

Deanne DeMarco herself has used her innovative strategies—drawn from successful experiences as a scientist, college instructor, management trainer, Fortune 500 manager, and professional speaker —to help business executives and individuals break through personal and career roadblocks. Each week she interviews extraordinary and inspiring women who may not yet be household names but are business and entrepreneurial rising stars.

"Today's Inspiring Women" airs Thursdays at noon Pacific on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Radio. http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2182/todays-inspiring-women

About Deanne DeMarco
Deanne DeMarco's career has revolved around helping people break through boundaries and career roadblocks. She has a strong business background with expertise in medicine, education and utilities. As a medical scientist she was on the original three-member team that first discovered the cancer link to second-hand smoke. As a corporate trainer her Manager Coaching Clinic program won national recognition from Training Magazine's Top 100. Deanne conducts fun, interactive workshops and seminars and is a keynote speaker at business and association meetings around the world. For more information: http://www.deannedemarco.com or call 1-708-836-0118 or 1-866-91-COACH.

About VoiceAmerica
VoiceAmerica.com is the world leader in online media broadcasting and the largest producer and distributor of live internet based talk radio , delivering over 300 hours of programming weekly on its VoiceAmerica™ talk radio Network (http://www.voiceamerica.com). Broadcasting to seven niche community based channels: its flagship VoiceAmerica™ Variety Channel, VoiceAmerica™ Health & Wellness Channel, VoiceAmerica™ Business Channel, VoiceAmerica Sports, 7th Wave Channel, Empowerment, and VoiceAmerica Kids Channel. VoiceAmerica.com is one of the pioneers in internet broadcasting, producing and syndicating online Live and on-demand talk radio, offering an innovative, effective and comprehensive digital broadcast platform. Digital Publishing through its 15 years of broadcast and media experience along with our seasoned staff of Executive Producers, Production and Host Services Group, VoiceAmerica.com provides an internet radio platform for new, emerging and veteran media personalities to expand and monetize their business and brand in an online digital medium.