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The Hats Podcast

Melissa Dumaz, Kerri Harper-Howie

Booking Overview

This is a personal-development and business-lifestyle interview show focused on balancing professional, family, and personal responsibilities, with periodic external guests offering practical expertise in entrepreneurship, leadership, technology, and community service. Credible pitches include experienced entrepreneurs, business owners, employment and leadership experts, and accessible subject-matter specialists with actionable advice; booking difficulty is low to medium because guests are accomplished professionals rather than major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 226

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 1.5k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thehatspodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Melissa Dumaz - Licensed marriage and family therapist who shares expertise on relationships, personal development, and balancing competing responsibilities.

Kerri Harper-Howie - Attorney and business owner with experience in employment law, entrepreneurship, and business operations.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Experienced entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, attorneys, therapists, and other practitioners who can share practical guidance on work-life balance, leadership, business growth, or personal development.
Required Achievements:  
Founded or operated a business, Held senior leadership roles, Built expertise through substantial professional experience, Served on community or philanthropic boards, Worked at recognized major companies

Recent Guest Discussions

Kim Prepetit - Building A Profitable Side Hustle, Pricing And Tracking Expenses, Understanding Customers, Protecting A Primary Career, Setting Boundaries, And Deciding Whether To Scale A Side Business.

Tamala Lewis - Board Service, Fiduciary Responsibilities, Fundraising, Finding Board Opportunities, Leadership, Representation, And Preparing For A Board Seat.

Khalel Dumaz - Practical Applications Of Artificial Intelligence For Entrepreneurs, Prompting, Business Idea Validation, Execution, Privacy, Ethics, And Job Disruption.

Recent Topics

Business, Entrepreneurship, Work-life Balance, Women In Business, Small Business

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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222: The Legacy Hat with Charisse Bremond Weaver

October 28, 2026

What are you creating today that will continue making a difference long after you are gone? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie put on the Legacy Hat with Charisse Bremond Weaver, President and CEO of Brotherhood Crusade, for a powerful conversation about service, leadership, community, and creating an impact that reaches beyond personal success. Charisse shares how growing up in a home centered around service shaped her understanding of legacy. Her late ...

221: The Motivation Hat

October 21, 2026

What keeps you moving when you simply do not feel motivated? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie put on the Motivation Hat for an honest conversation about finding the drive to pursue your goals, care for yourself, and continue building a meaningful legacy. Melissa shares how her motivation has evolved from fulfilling childhood dreams to creating new possibilities for herself and her family. Kerri reflects on her lifelong ambition to become an attorney an...

220: The Book Publishing Hat with Brooke-Sidney Harbour

October 14, 2026

Writing the first draft is only the beginning. How do you turn those words into a polished book that connects with the right audience, strengthens your brand, and creates a lasting legacy? In this episode of The Hats Podcast, Melissa Dumas and Kerri Harper-Howie welcome author, attorney, journalist, editor, and book development expert Brooke-Sidney Harbour to discuss The Book Publishing Hat. Brooke Sidney is the founder of The Soul Story Agency, a luxury book development and ghostwriting firm...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Hats Podcast?

The Hats Podcast is hosted by Melissa Dumaz and Kerri Harper-Howie. Its publicly listed email is thehatspodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Hats Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Hats Podcast: thehatspodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Hats Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Hats Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Hats Podcast?

The Hats Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Experienced entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, attorneys, therapists, and other practitioners who can share practical guidance on work-life balance, leadership, business growth, or personal development. Common among recent guests: Founded or operated a business; Held senior leadership roles; Built expertise through substantial professional experience. Recent guests include Kim Prepetit, Tamala Lewis, and Khalel Dumaz.

How hard is it to get booked on The Hats Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Hats Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Entrepreneurship, Work-life Balance, Women In Business, and Small Business. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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