Shanna Adamic has faced life-changing highs and lows—from performing on the Kansas City Chiefs sidelines to surviving a brain tumor, and now guiding health outcomes as an Executive Leader at Oracle. In this episode, she joins host Danielle Krischik to unpack how to live boldly, embrace audacious optimism, and use your story as a tool for growth and resilience. If you’re ready to stop waiting for life to happen and start creating it, this conversation will show you the way.
Episode 22
// 09.02.25
How to Own Your Story: Lessons in Bold Optimism with Shanna Adamic
From NFL cheerleader to brain tumor survivor to Executive Leader at Oracle, Shanna Adamic’s journey is a masterclass in turning challenges into opportunities. In this episode, she shares how audacious optimism and intentional choices can help you take control of your story and your future.
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