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The Audacious Black Girl PodcastAn Audacious Black Girl’s Reclamation After DivorceSend us a textIn this season finale of Audacious Black Girl, I’m sharing the most personal chapter of my journey — not as a story of loss, but as a story of reclamation.For a long time, I thought the hardest part of my life would be the ending of my 20-year marriage. As devastating as it was — and as difficult as the decision had been — what I came to understand is that the hardest part was losing myself inside of it. In this episode, I reflect on the quiet unraveling that led me to the h...
2025-12-3044 min
The Audacious Black Girl PodcastHealing After Divorce: Turning Pain Into Purpose w/ Liv Lewis Founder & CEO of LivdSend us a textIn this deeply honest and compassionate episode of The Audacious Black Girl Podcast, I sit down with Liv Lewis, founder of Livd, a community created to support Black and Brown women navigating separation and divorce. Liv shares her personal journey through the unraveling of her marriage and the powerful self-discoveries that emerged on the other side of heartbreak.Together, we explore how divorce can be both a breaking point and a breaking open—an invitation to examine old patterns, heal abandonment wounds, and reclaim wholeness. Liv reflects on...
2025-12-2351 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastWhen Rest Becomes Revelation: A Lawyer’s Pivot into becoming an AstrologerSend us a textIn this episode of The Audacious Black Girl Podcast, I sit down with Diana Vanessa, a former lawyer whose life took a powerful, unexpected turn into the world of astrology. Diana shares how a season of deep burnout, emotional paralysis, and feeling blocked forced her to confront a truth she had been avoiding: she no longer wanted the life she had built.As she sought healing through therapy, rest, and medication, an astrology report found its way to her. From there, everything changed. The language resonated in a way...
2025-12-091h 52The Audacious Black Girl PodcastFrom Chaos to Clarity: Radical Belief, Identity, and the Power of Audacity w/ Eternity Sledge, Transformation StrategistSend us a textIn this episode of The Audacious Black Girl Podcast, I’m joined by Eternity Sledge — speaker, writer, transformation strategist, and the creative force behind the GLAD Framework: Gratitude, Logistics, Audacity, and Delusion. We talk about what it really means to move from chaos to clarity, especially for ambitious Black women who are constantly balancing vision, purpose, and self-definition.Eternity breaks down how “being delulu” isn’t about denial — it’s about radical belief in the life you’re creating, paired with the plans and faith to make it real. Togethe...
2025-11-2841 min
Technically WorkingFinding Purpose with Amanda Heal: From Law to Coaching, Tech, and Audiobooks 1 of 5In this episode of Technically Working, we sit down with Amanda J. Heal — author, former government lawyer, speaker, coach, and all-around awesome human. This episode is packed with stories about tech, purpose, accessibility, audio production, and the wild evolution of tools blind people used then… and now.
🎙️ What We Talk About
Amanda’s background, including:
Growing up totally blind in Australia
Her 17-year government legal career
How accessibility tools evolved from cassette tapes and scanners to the tech we use today
The journey from being laid off to finding her life’s purpose
Why s...
2025-11-171h 01
The Audacious Black Girl PodcastSacred Boundaries: Protecting Your Alchemy and PurposeSend us a textIn this episode, I’m reflecting on the importance of creating sacred boundaries—those energetic lines that protect your peace, your purpose, and the magic that makes you, you.Inspired by a journaling activity from the Artist's Way about building my sacred circle, I share what it revealed about who and what truly supports me, and how to lovingly release the people, spaces, and mindset that don’t. This process reminded me how essential it is to protect my alchemy—the energy, creativity, and intuition that fue...
2025-11-1314 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastWhen Alignment and Purpose Change the Room (and who's in it) w/ Tiffany Conway, Celebrated Artist & VisionarySend us a textIn this heartfelt and honest conversation, I’m joined by Tiffany Conway, an award-winning visual artist whose vibrant work celebrates the beauty and complexity of the African diaspora. Beyond the canvas, Tiffany opens up about her evolution as a woman—what it means to grow, align, and protect your purpose when the people around you aren’t always ready for your transformation.We talk about friendship shifts during seasons of alignment, the sacred act of surrender, and the courage it takes to honor your path even when it mea...
2025-10-3153 min
Pucked Up Hockey MumsEpisode 38: Skates, Scouts & Second Chances - Inside the Junior Hockey Grind with Thomas GobeilThis week, Amanda sits down with Thomas Gobeil — a player who’s lived every Canadian hockey kid’s dream and seen the pressure behind the draft from the inside. From the nerves of being scouted at 15 to navigating the realities of junior hockey life, Thomas opens up about the grind, the culture, and what happens when the dream starts to clash with real life.They dive into the Canadian draft process, what scouts really look for, and how players balance school, performance, and mental health while chasing the next level. Thomas also gives his take on the ongoin...
2025-10-131h 03The Audacious Black Girl PodcastShifting the Narrative on Periods, Pain & Power w/Dejanae Parkman, founder of DottedSend us a textIn this episode of Audacious Black Girl, I sit down with Dejanae Parkman, founder of Dotted, a wellness-first period care brand created for women with heavy cycles. Dejanae shares her powerful journey navigating endometriosis, PCOS, and fibroids, and how her lived experience pushed her to question the safety of mainstream period products. What she discovered about toxins, endocrine disruptors, and misleading “organic” marketing led her to create Dotted—an innovative, Black woman-owned brand centering wellness, safety, and dignity in menstrual care. She truly exemplifies what it means to be an Aud...
2025-10-0155 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastSeason 5: Welcome Back & 4 Tips for Embracing New SeasonsSend us a textWe’re back, audacious gals! Season 5 of the Audacious Black Girl Podcast is here, and this season is all about stepping boldly into who you are and navigating life’s transitions with intention and self-trust.In this intro episode, Amanda welcomes you back to the community with love and gratitude, sharing her own reflections on entering a brand-new chapter. She dives into four practical tips for navigating new seasons. Whether it’s a fresh start, a significant life change, or simply a shift in mindset, Amanda reminds listeners that every s...
2025-09-1919 min
Cut The Tie | Own Your Success“You Might as Well Build Where You Live”—Why Amanda Fischer Stopped Reaching BackwardsSend us a textHow do you grow a business when the “safe” path is making you feel stuck? In this candid and energizing episode, Thomas Helfrich welcomes back Amanda Fischer, a marketing strategist, agency founder, and stand-up comedian who’s spent 15 years helping companies focus less on fluff and more on revenue.Amanda shares how she cut the tie to traditional business development roles and turned three job offers into her first three clients. She now runs a hybrid consultancy and agency while pursuing creative balance, family time, and the kind of work that actual...
2025-08-0727 min
Manders MindsetFrom Special Forces to Sovereignty: Tim Thomas on Turning Pain into Purpose | 144Feedback on the show? Send us a message!What if your darkest moment held the key to your greatest purpose?In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo sits down with Tim Thomas, Special Forces veteran, breathwork facilitator, and founder of Breathwork & Bed to explore how pain, isolation, and trauma became the foundation for his mission to help others reclaim their sovereignty.Tim shares raw stories from growing up in one of Australia’s most prejudiced towns, struggling with undiagnosed dyslexia, navigating divorce, and surviving PTSD. But it was on...
2025-06-2343 min
Wedding Planner Society PodcastBeyond Business Cards: The Ethics That Bind Us TogetherKindness, clear communication, and mutual respect aren't just nice-to-haves in the wedding industry—they're the essential building blocks for creating seamless wedding experiences. Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, and Owner of For the Love of Events, Amanda Borrero, joins CWP Society COO, Krisy Thomas, as she shares powerful insights on navigating vendor relationships with professionalism and grace.Ever wondered why some wedding days flow effortlessly while others feel tense? The difference often lies in how wedding professionals interact with one another. Amanda reveals how "killing them with kindness" transformed challenging vendor situations into collaborative partnerships, including a re...
2025-06-1743 min
Don't Feed the Fear: Allergy Anxiety & TraumaFather’s Day Tribute with Thomas Silvera of the Elijah-Alavi FoundationSend a textIt was an honor to record this Father's Day and Men's Mental Health month episode with Thomas Silvera, co-founder of the Elijah‑Alavi Foundation. In this discussion, Thomas revisits the tragic passing of his 3-year-old son, Elijah, due to a fatal allergic reaction at daycare, and explore how that loss sparked a nationwide advocacy movement. He shares the Foundation's progress with Elijah's Law, and also speaks candidly about being a food allergy Dad, his own mental health journey, racial and socioeconomic inequity in food allergy and asthma, and what we can do about it....
2025-06-1055 min
The Cyber Security Recruiter PodcastThe Cyber Security Recruiter talks to Amanda Davis, Talent Acquisition Specialist, AxientNavigating Recruitment Challenges: Insights from Amanda Davis In this episode of the Cyber Security Recruiter Podcast, Thomas chats with Amanda Davis, Talent Acquisition specialist at Axion. They discuss Amanda's impressive career journey and her current success in securing quality engineers despite a challenging market. Amanda shares her daily routine, emphasizing the importance of staying connected and using a multi-channel approach for recruiting. She provides valuable tips on resume formatting, interviewing, and why networking is crucial in the job search process. Amanda also touches on the significance of persistence in following up...
2025-04-3047 min
Manders MindsetFear, Failure, & The Truth About Success with Kurtis Lee Thomas | 122Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda is joined by Kurtis Lee Thomas, best-selling author, speaker, and the founder of Breathwork Detox. A lifelong entrepreneur, Kurtis shares his journey from early business ventures to discovering the transformational power of Breathwork.Together, Amanda and Kurtis dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of relationships in success, and the power of shifting your mindset. Kurtis also opens up about his personal battle with a mystery stomach condition that doctors couldn’t diagnose—until Breathwork helped him heal in one...
2025-03-1054 min
Sabbatical StoriesBurnout Recovery and Mental Health: How a Career Break Helped Amanda Quintero RechargeTo kick off a brand-new season of Sabbatical Stories, we’re joined by Amanda, whose powerful and deeply relatable journey began with a layoff from a tech company. In this episode, Amanda shares the toll burnout had taken on her life and how an unexpected pause became the catalyst for reevaluating her priorities, reconnecting with herself, and focusing on her mental health.Her story is a poignant reminder of the importance of slowing down and listening to what your mind and body truly need. Together, we explore:The impact of burnout and the importance of prioritising me...
2025-01-2957 min
The Poet Speaks PodcastLE(t)GO of Poetry (ft. Thomas Fucaloro)Check out Amanda's conversation with Thomas Fucaloro!The winner of numerous grants from the Staten Island Council of the Arts, the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes and NYC Commission of Human Rights to name a few. Thomas Fucaloro has been on six national slam teams. He holds an MFA in creative writing from the New School and is a co-founding editor of Great Weather for Media and NYSAI press. He is an adjunct professor at Wagner College, BMCC and CSI where he teaches various poetry and literature courses. Thomas...
2024-12-0838 min
The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast74 Fostering Respectful and Creative Leadership Habits with Dr Amanda BriseboisIn this episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, host Nia Thomas engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Amanda Brisebois, an expert in healthcare coaching, facilitation, and mediation for healthcare practitioners. They delve into the critical importance of open and clear communication in maintaining mental well-being and professional success. Amanda is a mother of three sons in their twenties, who are still figuring out their paths in life. She herself didn't have a clear plan either, as she initially pursued a master's in biology before unexpectedly finding herself in the field of medicine. She admits...
2024-07-2939 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 54 "6 Ways I Practice Self-Love in My 30s" Season 4 FinaleSend us a textThis one is for ALL the ladies but especially for those in their 30s, entering their 30s, or their 40s. I'm 39 and on the cusp of entering my 40s, and I've learned some things about self-love! My 30s have been my greatest teacher.In this episode, I share six ways I practice self-love and talk about two (no matter what your age) key elements you can implement NOW to give you the foundation and sustenance you need as you define self-love on your terms. This is the last episode o...
2023-07-1929 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 53 Unleashing Your Voice and Finding Confidence w/ Bianca Hannon, MSWSend us a textIn this episode, my guest Bianca Hannon (Social Worker and Digital Content Creator) and I talk about the power of using your voice and finding the confidence to be authentic in a world that can make you feel like you're not enough. Bianca discusses how she found her voice after being mute until the age of six and having a speech impediment. Her journey highlights the power of self-acceptance, the importance of finding your voice, and embracing how you show up in the world to make an impact. Follow Bianca on...
2023-06-2837 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 52 "Workplace Wellness for BIPOC and Neurodivergent Folx" w/ Kelly George, Emotional Wellness CoachSend us a textJoin emotional wellness coach and workplace well-being architect Kelly George of CEO, Real Resilience Coaching & Consulting, and me as we chat about workplace wellness for BIPOC and Neurodivergent folx! All of our identities intersect and interlock, including in the workplace. This episode explores how Kelly's mental health diagnosis and workplace experience led her to pivot into the coaching space. We talk about healing in community, mental health during"Covidian" times, and workplace wellness. Kelly is a dear friend of mine, and you'll get all that black girl love and magic in t...
2023-05-2444 min
Emotional Expedition: A Journey of Healing with Meghan ThomasRediscovering Your Relationship with Food and Body: A Conversation with Amanda Bullat EP 43In a recent podcast episode, Meg had an enlightening conversation with Amanda Bullat, a registered dietitian and the owner of Alpine Nutrition, a practice that helps women in midlife redefine their relationship with food and their bodies. Amanda shared her personal journey from being a competitive runner to experiencing a significant identity shift, which led her to her current work. Amanda's journey began as a competitive runner, where she experienced the pressure of maintaining a certain body size and weight. This led to disordered eating and an unhealthy relationship with food and her body. However, a significant t...
2023-05-2359 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastTherapy Note Series- "How to Find Compassion on Your Self-Love Journey"Send us a textIf you want sustainable self-love, you can't bypass one of the most important parts...self-compassion! Self-love is an absolute journey, requiring you to give yourself grace and compassion. In this episode, I discuss how to start the journey with self-compassion and allow that to be your foundation. No matter where you are on your journey, the 5 tips I offer to get you started with self-compassion is a game changer! Audacity, authenticity, self-worth, boundary setting, and more requires self-love. When you love who you are and how you do things, you start recognizing your...
2023-05-1812 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 51 Holistic Wellness and Finding What's Right For You w/ Rikki McCoy, Holistic TherapistSend us a textWe know how vital our wellness is as Black Women. So many options are available to be well, and finding what works best for you requires curiosity and audacity. In this episode, Rikki McCoy, a holistic therapist, discusses wellness for Black Women and the importance of self-care. We talk about holistic and spiritual practices, choosing retreats that have your care in mind, and the healing that can come from having a Black therapist.Get in touch with Rikki!www.therapywithrikki.comwww.flourishingmindsllc.comThe Flourishing...
2023-05-1130 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 50 "Black Women, Depression and Caring for Your Mental Health"Send us a textIt's Mental Health Awareness Month! In this episode, I unpack a recent study that discussed how depression shows up for Black women. This topic hits close to home because I went through a depressive episode years ago, and my symptoms didn't align with what I thought depression was. Somehow, I got through it, but my goal is to help provide Black women the awareness they need to understand that their experiences are valid. You deserve care and to be healthy! I also give you three tips to start caring for your mental health!
2023-05-0426 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 49 "Getting Real About Entrepreneurship; How to Mind Your Mental Health and Embrace the Pivot" w/ Lauren Strayhorn of NoteddSend us a textYall!!!! This is the one! This episode is for all audacious entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone aspiring to be. Lauren Strayhorn, Founder and CEO of Notedd, a digital media company for women of color, gets really real about what goes on behind the scenes of entrepreneurship. There's freedom and beauty in building a business that centers your passion andddddd it isn't all glittering gold. Both things can exist at the same time! We unpack how entrepreneurship requires you to center your mental health, be ok with pivoting (often), and why Black Women n...
2023-04-2549 min
Winning Through CultureUnlocking the Power of Brand with Tori Thomas and Chelsea PawlowskiIn this episode of Winning Two Culture, we have the pleasure of hosting Tori Thomas, CEO and Co-Founder of Circa Creative Studios, and Chelsea Pawlowski, Marketing Director at The Pelora Group. They share their expertise on the significance of the brand refresh process and explore how it can be a catalyst for a company’s growth and prosperity.
Key Takeaways from the power of brand episode:
The importance of understanding your organization’s why.
Investing time and effort in the brand refresh process.
The right time to consider a brand refresh.
Aligning your brand with your comp...
2023-04-1935 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 48 " Black Wellness at the Intersection of Social Justice" w/ Jamilah PittsSend us a textIn this episode, I chat with Jamilah Pitts, Social Entrepreneur and Educator, about the importance of Black wellness and how it intersects with social justice. Jamilah's work focuses on wellness for Black women and other women of the global majority. She believes when we are well, we change the trajectory of our legacies. Her own story of radical rest led to her truly standing in her purpose and finding the audacity to live a life dedicated to wellness. We go beyond self-care and explain why your wellness and healing are truly an act...
2023-04-0555 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastTherapy Note Series- "How to Move On When You Can't (or don't want to) Forgive"Send us a textWhat happens when you can't forgive someone who's done the unforgivable? The reality is, you don't have to! In this episode, I talk about how you can move forward when forgiveness isn't something you can or want to give. In this episode:How performative forgiveness isn't authentic Why your forgiveness is a jewelHealing first, forgiveness is optionalFour ways to move forward when you can't/don't want to forgiveJournal/meditation questions from the episode:Am I healed enough to forgive?What will forgiveness provide me/t...
2023-03-2911 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 47 "The Evolving Woman: How to Define Womanhood on Your Terms" w/ Alisha SmallSend us a textJoin personal development and self-care coach Alisha Small and me as we explore what it means to evolve and define your womanhood through each season in life. We talk about redefining your identity, the importance of boundaries to tap into your feminity, and how to evolve while being a mother/partnered. You are not a finished product; no one is! Breaking out of the preset mold can be challenging in a world that pressures women to stick to specific roles and ways of being. This episode will leave you feeling empowered to be a...
2023-03-0858 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastTherapy Note Series: "How to Practice Self-Care When Time is Not Enough!"Send us a textWelcome to the Therapy Note Series! Each episode is based on topics I'm exploring in my therapy practice that I think you could benefit from hearing. I'm taking therapy off the couch for Black women! This series offers tiny perspective shifts and tips to help you live better. This episode is for all my busy, busy women who are stressed as hell and unable to find time for self-care. I got you with this episode! I give you the #1 reason I hear my clients say why they don't practice self-care and offer three...
2023-02-2208 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 46 “Healing, Self-Care, and Living Out Your Purpose” w/ Alicia Christine BeachSend us a textFinding your purpose takes patience and going through some ish! This is why self-care and healing are critical to finding your purpose. Join my special guest, Alicia Christine (Healing Coach and Lifestyle Wellness Advocate), in this nurturing conversation about the healing journey. It took Alicia experiencing an illness that catapulted her into deep self-care and healing, which inspired her to operate in her purpose. We dive into spirituality, religion, and why you can’t heal if you don’t prioritize your rest.In this episode:Importance of community on your heali...
2023-02-0835 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 45: Activate Receive Mode and Get Clarity on Your Purpose!Send us a textYou're a goal-digging, trauma-breaking, and generational wealth-building black girl. If you're feeling stuck and need clarity on your purpose, It's time to get in receive mode. The clarity and direction you desire will come when you pause and take a break from doing ALL the things. I get it, and I'm with you. In this episode, I offer insight into how resting is needed to activate receive mode, why it's difficult for black women, and tips on getting into receive mode. I also created a 6 Minute FREE guided meditation to activate re...
2023-01-2514 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastSeason 4 Trailer & How rest allows you to rise!Send us a textSeason 4 officially launches on January 24th, but here's a teaser trailer of what's to come! I also chat about my resting girl season and how much growth happens when you pause. I can't wait for you to hear the dope convos from my guests this season and topics around mental wellness, self-love/care, and empowerment for black women! Download the Undoing Journal to help you start your undoing practice. Get it here: The Undoing JournalFollow the Audacious Black Girl on Instagram @ audaciousblackgirl Have a topic or qu...
2023-01-1912 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 44: Burnout Recovery for the Multi-Passionate Creator/EntrepreneurSend us a textYa'll burnout is sneaky as eff and creeps up on you when you least expect it! When you're a multi-passionate creator or entrepreneur doing things you enjoy, you can still have burnout! That's what I've been dealing with and I was in such denial! How can you have burnout when you're practicing self-care often and passionate about what you're doing? I get into the deets in this episode and tell you what you can do to not only recover but have practices in place to prevent it from creeping up on you. This is...
2022-06-0929 min
Unlimited PartnersAmanda Groves From PLUS CapitalAmanda Groves is a General Partner at PLUS Capital, leading the due diligence team and spending a majority of her time on structuring, sourcing, investor and client relations, and portfolio management. Amanda was named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list for venture capital in 2019.
Amanda joined PLUS from J.P. Morgan, where she worked most recently on the LA-based investment desk. Amanda completed her bachelor’s degree at UC Berkeley in the Haas Undergraduate Business program, where she was also a D1 athlete with the Bear’s women’s soccer team.
Outside of the office, she’s a member of national non-prof...
2022-05-311h 10The Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 43 "Money Mindset, Building Wealth and the Economic Power of Black Women" w/ Lana Hinds, Finance CoachSend us a textMaking better financial decisions and building a money mindset is essential in reaching your financial goals whether that's budgeting, learning how to save, or building wealth. However, Black Women (the most educated identity group in the U.S) face unique issues that affect our ability to build wealth and receive the pay we deserve! Lana Hinds and I, have a soulful and deep conversation about all things money, wealth, and Black Women. You'll learn how to look at money from a different perspective and unveil your power to build wealth. In this...
2022-04-201h 05The Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 42 "3 Ways to Productively Not Give a Damn"Send us a textDoing the most and taking on all the tasks doesn't make you productive. It can lead to extreme burnout and prevent you from prioritizing the things you love the most. In this episode, I offer you 3 tips to help you productively not give a damn. Once you start to be productive in a way that actually benefits you you'll be able to say eff it to all the other things without guilt or remorse.I also mention my FREE downloadable Undoing Journal that will help you start your own undoing practice...
2022-04-0621 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEp 41 "How to Practice Healing on Your Self-Worth Journey" w. Dr. Adia GoodenSend us a textYour self-worth is the foundation for all that you do and who are you becoming! There is so much healing that can take place on the self-worth journey but it definitely is a practice! Dr. Adia Gooden is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, TEDx Speaker, Author, and host of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast! After listening to this episode you're going to come away with some incredible insight into your own self-worth journey and tips to help you along that path. In This Episode:Dr. Adia shares her amazing self-worth story.L...
2022-03-0250 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 40 How to Protect Your Focus and Get Sh*t Done!Send us a textYour focus is precious as hell and you need to protect it in order to get sh*t done! In this episode, you'll learn why you need to protect your focus like a bouncer at a club and learn how to shift your mindset so you can start centering your needs and desires. I know you got goals but life and all your responsibilities seem to take center stage. I'm here to tell you that centering yourself in all that you have going on is absolutely possible! In this episode, I'll show you h...
2022-02-1618 min
A Brothers' Creed#69- Feng Shui your environment- An interview with Amanda SophiaOn this episode of A Brothers’ Creed Podcast we chat with Feng Shui Coach Amanda Sophia. Amanda has been spent her career consulting with large corporations, individuals, and others to create an environment that fosters a positive energy and flow. As many of us are working form our homes now she gives some practical advice on how we can create an environment that promotes productivity and efficiency. She gives some great advice on how we can improve the peace and energy in our homes by doing simple things to foster a more encouraging environment. Often the state of our ho...
2022-01-2654 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 39 "Confronting Your Fears & Finding the Answers Within" w/ Shay Stone, Author, Life Coach, Disney AnimatorSend us a textBelieve it or not, you have the answers Sway! But...fear blocks you from tapping into your intuition and trusting in yourself. This chat with Shay Stone (Author, Life Coach, and Disney Animator) will get you feeling empowered to confront the lies you tell yourself and take the chance to bet on yourself! In her new book, "Be Better Than You", Shay shows you "the way to break the mold in a world oversaturated by pressures and distractions" allowing you to harness your own innate wisdom and power so you can be your b...
2022-01-261h 06
Finding Your VillageEpisode 85: Reducing Children's Fear of Shots and Doctors Visits: Interview with Dr. Jody ThomasIn today’s episode, I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Jody Thomas, who is a licensed clinical psychologist, and specialist in pediatric medical illness and trauma. She is an internationally known expert on pediatric pain, she is also a founder and CEO of the Meg Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering kids and families to prevent and relieve pain and medical anxiety. She is the former Clinical Director of the Packard Pediatric Pain Rehabilitation Center at Stanford, and a former Assistant Professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Though she now lives in Denver, CO, she still se...
2022-01-1640 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 38 "When 2022 isn't Giving, Yet...How to Live in the Middle Space"Send us a text2022 just began but what if you weren't feeling that New Year energy? What if you are in that uncomfortable middle space where it feels like you can't do a damn thing to change your situation!? In this episode, I talk about how to live in that "icky" middle space and offer you 4 tips to get through it! I'm in that space right now with how my 2021 ended and my 2022 began. I was definitely wanting a do-over!Episode Quote: "the juiciness of your story happens in the middle space. if yo...
2022-01-1219 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEpisode Rewind: "Real Body Acceptance and Making Peace w/ Your Body", with Qubilah Huddleston Anti-Diet Culture AdvocateSend us a textIn this week's episode, I’m rewinding it back to one of my most powerful and popular episodes! I chat with Qubilah Huddleston, a Wellness Enthusiast who focuses on anti-diet culture, all about body acceptance. This episode is so good for your soul and will help you shift your mindset around body and wellness! This conversation also helped me use different language when it comes to my own body acceptanceLet's stay connected!Follow Qubilah on Instagram: theholisticagendaFollow the Audacious Black Girl on Instagram: audaciousblackgirlD...
2021-12-2942 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 37 "Why your Ego got You Doing the Most and How to Stop!"Send us a textYou're doing entirely too much and it's time to stop! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, frustrated, and just have the desire to reevaluate all you have going on then you’ll get so much from this episode. I'm with you on feeling like this and I hit my rock bottom a few months ago which led to creating a tool to stop all the doing and undo! Pssst...look below to see what I created and sharing with you for FREE!In this Episode:How the ego can have you d...
2021-12-0822 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEpisode Rewind: "What is Real Self Love and How You Can Practice It"Send us a textSometimes it's hard to look in the mirror and speak affirmations into existence when outcomes aren't going your way, challenges arise and you start feeling less than. This is where real self-love can help you not get to low and recognize you are worthy no matter what you're going through. In this rewind episode from Season 2 , I help you recognize you are absolutely and innately worthy of love, understand what your self-love reserve is and offer you tips on how to practice self-love that fits who you are right now on the journey.
2021-11-2422 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastBonus Episode: 5 Common Holiday Stressors and How to Manage ThemSend us a textThe Holiday season is here ya'll! In this bonus episode, I chat about the top 5 stressors experienced during this season and offer you tips on addressing them! Pssst...listen to this episode before the season really starts so you're prepared and have the tools you need to have a happy Holiday Season!In this Episode:Dealing with Intrusive Questions and Awkward ConvosManaging All the InvitesHoliday PerfectionismLeveraging your Creativity to Curve Holiday SpendingHoliday Intention SettingInstacart: Need the perfect pumpkin for y...
2021-11-1918 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 36 "How to Reignite Your Fire to Create the Life You Want" w/ Anastasia Jones, Limiting Belief GladiatorSend us a textWe are all divinely curated and made to create! Everything you do, think, speak and feel sets energy into motion to create from what you are putting out. This is deep stuff and spiritual to the core and ya'll know how much I love all the woo woo! My guest Anastasia Jones is a Speaker, Writer, and Limiting Belief Gladiator who helps women overcome their fears, awaken to their power and create unapologetically! This conversation is full of gems meant for you to reignite your fire to create the life you wa...
2021-11-1052 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 35 "I Got 99 Problems and Being a Mom is (kinda) One"Send us a textAight, let me explain...motherhood changes a woman! There is a whole spectrum of experiences moms may experience and I'm here to tell you there is room for all of it! The ups the downs and everything in between. In this episode, I help you identify your tether or connection to your experience of motherhood and provide you tips for changing it (be it guilt, lack of self-worth, etc) into something that transforms you and instead of holds you back. I also provide my personal experience of motherhood and how my borderline depression...
2021-10-2730 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 34 "Redefining and Getting Clear on Your Boundaries" w/ Kristin Winchester, Therapist and Boundary ExpertSend us a textBoundaries are one of those values that need to consistently be revisited in our lives as roles, situations, and environments are ever-changing. In this episode, I chat with Kristin Winchester, a clinical therapist and boundaries expert about what boundaries look like and how to redefine them to suit who you are in every season you're in. Kristin and I both give our stories about setting boundaries in relationships and in serving others professionally. Topics discussed:Life changes and boundary flexibilityRecognizing when you're doing the mostHonoring the boundaries of ot...
2021-10-1351 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 33 "Own Your Truth and Level Up Your Life!"Send us a textCheers to Season 3!! Feels so good to be back! If you're feeling stagnant in life want to start creating the life you want to live, then this episode is for you! We'll talk about reconciling with your story, owning it, and how to incorporate micro-practices to help you create the life you want to live.Head to the link in my below to subscribe to my new YouTube channel to watch the episode! Sign up for my email list too!Have a question about black girl healing...
2021-09-2923 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastThe Audacious Black Girl Trailer Season 3Send us a textI am so excited to be back for Season 3 of the Audacious Black Girl Podcast! In this trailer, I talk about changes for this season and what you can expect. What won't change is the sharing of inspiring stories from Audacious black women and those actionable tools and skills to help you with mindset, healing, empowerment, and audacity. Season 3 airs on Wednesday, September 29th!Have a question about black girl healing, mindset, empowerment or anything you just want some advice on? Email me HERE to have your question read (anonymously) during...
2021-09-2210 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 32 "Season 2 Wrap Up & Picking Up Your Blessings"Send us a textThis season of the Audacious Black Girl Podcast was so incredible! I met the absolute most phenomenal and audacious black women! We had amazing and soul deep conversations, healing took place, love was shared and advice for black girl liberation was given. In this last episode of season 2, I share the blessings from this season and my hopes moving forward with the Audacious Black Girl Platform.Want to schedule a Soul-to-Soul Chat to discuss coaching support? Email me here!Join the Audacious Black Girl Tribe to receive my m...
2021-06-2209 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 31 "Why The Healing Journey Empowers You"Send us a textThis is the second to last episode of Season 2! This episode is all about black girl healing, liberation and empowerment. I discuss what healing is and why these three things are aligned. Speaking to so many amazing black women with the podcast and connecting with many more on and offline has presented a common tenet. Our healing is active and must be intentional. Our liberation comes from that healing which all leads to empowerment and audacity. In this episode I also give more details of being an Empowerment and Liberation Coach...
2021-06-1520 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 30 "Teen Trendsetter-How Community Creates Audacious Black Girls" w/ Qudisah MuhammadSend us a textIt's so beautiful to see black girls being audacious, making their own rooms and opening doors! In this episode, I chat with Qudisah Muhammad who is an entrepreneur, about to graduate high school, already has her Associates Degree and is currently working on her Bachelors! Did I say she's only 17?! We chat about the impact her community of support, faith and self-belief had in her shaping into the audacious black girl that she is! It was such a motivating and inspiring interview for not only adult women but for teens and young women. If...
2021-06-0836 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastSoul Flow Meditation Series-"Breathing Into Expansion"Send us a textOnly a couple more episodes left in Season 2 of the podcast!This will be the last episode in the Soul Flow Meditation series. If you listened to last week's episode on evolving and expansiveness, this is a follow on meditation to it! Take 10 minutes to be guided in exploring what has limited you and what you already possess that can lead to you being your full authentic self. I offer you a question in the end to journal on so you can continue to be audacious and ever expanding....
2021-06-0114 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 29 "How to Evolve and Embrace Your Expansiveness"Send us a textYou are allowed to evolve...grow...and embrace curiosity! In this episode I chat about how black women have a right to evolve, shift gears and continue to take risks. From internal struggles to outward ones, many factors can impact our growth, leading to stagnation. Whether in your personal relationships, career or other pursuants, limiting yourself can affect you on your journey of becoming. There is no cap on who we are and what we can do so put your foot on the gas, start realizing you are limitless and start making bold, au...
2021-05-2517 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 28 "Investing in Self & Finding Career Freedom" - Part II w/ Erin AlexanderSend us a textWelcome to Part 2 of my conversation with Erin Alexander! Erin and I talked last week about what black girl luxury is and this week, we're chatting about how the pandemic spurred her to make a career that gave her freedom, choice and autonomy. She began as a virtual assistant (a career in high demand right now) helping her clients find freedom in growing their endeavors. In just a matter of months, she is now an Operations Manager, has hired her own team and is living life on her terms enjoying her favorite activity...
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Planet & The PeopleWARD THOMAS FOR THE PLANET My sisters, Catherine & Lizzy form the popular country duo, Ward Thomas and they are about to busk in a different city each week in the run up to Cop 26, raising money for environmental charities and awareness for the climate crisis. I decided to get them onPlanet & The Peopleto find out more and to enjoy a meandering conversation where we discussed our obsession with climate change & exchanged some encouraging news stories, while also looking back at the podcast series so far. Ward-Thomas recently released their fourth studio album, Invitation. Their second album, Cartwheels was the first eve...
2021-05-1557 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 27 "Black Girl Luxury Is...Part I"Send us a textWhat do you think of when you hear the word luxury? The first words that may pop in your mind is indulgence, rich, expensive, high-end ,even inaccessible. We tend to think luxury is granted to those that have the money and time but luxury is absolutely accessible! You get to define luxury for you! Join Erin Alexander, Founder and CEO of Melanin Erin Virtual Assistance, and I in this 2 -part conversation on defining what black girl luxury is. We talk about travel as luxury, freedom of choice and how the pandemic prompted Erin to...
2021-05-1148 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 26 "3 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Situations"Send us a textHow do you deal with difficult situations? Whether it's an environment you're in or an interaction, knowing how to deal with those difficult situations can make you feel so empowered! One thing for sure is don't let anyone take you out of your character (tip hint!) In this week's episode I provide 3 accessible tips to use for dealing with difficult situations right in the moment! This is a bit of a follow on from last week's episode about black women influencing outcomes in decision making spaces with audacity!Hey h...
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Pause Purpose PlayBeauty and perfection, with Amanda ThomasDo you feel the pressure to look perfect and or feel bad about the way you look? Perhaps you wish you looked like the perfect models or influencers on social media?
Today's guest is Amanda Thomas, a fashion, beauty and portrait photographer shooting for fashion and beauty brands and ambitious big thinkers. She is passionate about how beauty comes from within and radiates out, and believes that rather than filters and retouching, tapping into a positive frame of mind is what makes you look beautiful.
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3:02 Amanda's photography career
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2021-04-2845 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 25 "Why You Belong In The Room Where it Happens"Send us a textThis week's episode is all about us audacious black girls in the workplace and why we not only belong but need to be in the room where decisions are happening. Sometimes being in those rooms (especially in corporate spaces that may be heavily white and male) can be frustrating as not only a woman but a black woman. But, we still need to be there and feel empowered in those spaces knowing that our presence and voice are needed. We also deserve to feel empowered when we step out on our o...
2021-04-2715 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 24 "Divine Feminine Embodiment and Black Women’s Liberation" w/ LaToya Maria- The Yoga EnchantressSend us a textWhen I tell you this week's guest, LaToya Maria (The Yoga Enchantress)....this spiritual being...this embodiment of women's liberation herself is the absolute truth!! She is the truth! LaToya Maria is a Divine Feminine Embodiment Guide and Intuitive Healer. She is a passionate trauma-informed yoga teacher and Women’s wellbeing educator. LaToya supports and guides women on a holistic journey into embodiment, liberation and ease.I feel so blessed to know her because her presence and divine messages have blessed me in more ways than she knows! In this we...
2021-04-201h 11The Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 23 "How Meditation Helps You Mind Your Soul (& your business!)" w/ Niema GolphinSend us a textYou are going to get your whole life together after listening to Niema Golphin talk about how to mind your soul so you can heal! Niema is a Certified Meditation Therapist, speaker and author who has used mindfulness and meditation to transform her life and overcome feelings of unworthiness and doubt into passion and purpose. She is such an accomplished and audacious black woman that is nonstop on her goal of helping other black women to mind their soul on their healing journey.Follow Niema on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com...
2021-04-1355 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastSoul Flow Meditation Series- "Reclaiming Our Strong"Send us a textThis insight style meditation is a follow-on from last week's podcast episode, "Reclaiming Our Strong." I will guide you in remembering that you are absolutely strong but reminding you that you get to define that. Even taking a few minutes to do this short meditation is a sign of strength. Its you putting yourself and your wellbeing first! Grab a journal to capture your thoughts and feelings after. Follow the Audacious Black Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audaciousblackgirl/Join the Audacious Black Girl Podcast Community on Facebook...
2021-04-0614 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 22 "Why You Get to Define Your Strong"Send us a textIn this episode, I discuss the strong black woman term and how society has made it something negative with the goal of "trying" to paint us as "too much" or pressure us to endure discomfort. But us black women are indeed strong! Where would we be, where would our community be if we weren't strong and resilient. But with that strength that we have that allows us to be go-getters, to be successful and audacious....our softness, our grace and our beauty are just as strong. So yes, we are indeed strong but w...
2021-03-3016 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 21 Embracing Your Story & Raising the Voices of Black Women w/ Nikki Branch of Women for the CultureSend us a textHey audacious black girl, do you know that your story is worthy of being told? That your voice is needed and everything you have to offer is worthy of praise? Black women need more spaces that highlight our voices and allow us to share our stories, our businesses and our creativity. My guest Nikki Branch, CEO of Women for the Culture, does just that! With her business she has "built a community for black women to empower each other and level up on their goals and relationships". We discuss how she uses her p...
2021-03-2351 minThe Audacious Black Girl PodcastEP 20 "Let Your Style Empower You!" w/Adrianne Munroe, Personal Stylist & Wellness CoachSend us a textThere is something to be said about how empowered you feel when you dress yourself in a way that expresses who you are. It's a form of adornment and a way to communicate your personality! But raise your hand if your style slipped a little due to COVID or you're trying to figure it out. Join me in this conversation with Adrianne Munroe, Personal Stylist and Wellness Coach as we talk about how style can make you feel empowered and help with your overall wellness! Adrianne gives some great tips on how to fin...
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