From Coffee to Community: How Chicago French Press Is Brewing Impact & Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

From Coffee to Community: How Chicago French Press Is Brewing Impact & Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

Author: Michelle Thames October 9, 2025 Duration: 17:55
In this inspiring episode, host Michelle Thames sits down with Kris Christian, founder of Chicago French Press — a woman-owned coffee brand that’s revolutionizing the way we sip, connect, and give back. Kris shares how she went from Wall Street to launching a coffee company that fuels communities, supports scholarships, and empowers the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Ever feel like the rules of social media are written in a language you don't quite speak? Social Media Decoded translates the noise into a clear plan. Michelle Thames, a marketing expert who understands the grind of building something from scratch, hosts these conversations. She moves past theory to focus on the practical moves that actually change things-how a piece of content can attract a dream client, or how to tweak a profile so it starts working for you. Each episode feels like a focused workshop, whether she's dissecting a platform's algorithm, walking through a content marketing funnel, or sharing a story from an entrepreneur who turned followers into a sustainable business. This isn't about viral moments; it's about building a visible and viable operation online. You'll find a direct, no-fluff approach here, designed for anyone ready to move from being just a user of these platforms to becoming a strategic builder on them. For actionable steps on monetization, audience growth, and crafting a brand that resonates, this podcast serves as an essential guide.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
The Visibility Reset: What Actually Matters Going Into 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:42
In this episode, Michelle breaks down what truly matters for visibility going into 2026, focusing on clarity, community, and intentional leadership over noise and trends. This is a grounded reset for entrepreneurs who wa…
What 365 Podcast Episodes Will Do for My Brand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:33
This episode explores how publishing 365 podcast episodes transforms visibility, authority, and trust — and why podcasting is the most powerful long-term strategy for brand growth in 2026. Michelle shares the mindset, re…
My 2026 Visibility Rules (That I’m Not Breaking) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:10
This episode reveals Michelle’s non-negotiable visibility rules for 2026, including what she’s eliminating, what she’s doubling down on, and why simplicity and community will outperform trends in the new year. She breaks…
The Proximity Principle: Why Access Changes Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:50
This episode explores why proximity—not reach—is the true key to visibility, opportunity, and long-term business growth. Michelle shares how access, relationships, and community transformed her career and why The Collect…
Why Thought Leadership Beats Aesthetics Every Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:15
This episode breaks down why thought leadership will always outperform aesthetics and why decision-makers invest in clarity, authority, and perspective—not pretty feeds. Michelle shares how entrepreneurs can shift from p…
Why Threads Is About to Be a Visibility Power Move in 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:13
This episode breaks down why Threads will become one of the most powerful visibility platforms in 2026 and how early adopters can build real community, trust, and opportunities through conversation—not content overload.…
Why Visibility Without Community Is a Dead End [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:57
Michelle Thames breaks down why visibility without community leads nowhere and why relationship-driven visibility is the only strategy that will matter in 2026. This episode teaches the difference between being seen and…
The Day I Realized My Network Was Worth Millions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:47
Michelle Thames reveals how her network became a million-dollar asset and why proximity, community, and strategic relationships open more doors than algorithms ever will. This episode highlights the power of connection a…