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I left a voice note for youVoice Note Replay: Songs for the lovers only.In the replay from season 2, dim the lights and listen to a Valentine's Day voice note inspired by the timeless vibes of The Quiet Storm. Courtney dedicates this episode to Melvin Lindsey's legacy, the founder of the iconic Quiet Storm radio show.
2026-02-0810 minI left a voice note for youLast CallIn the final episode of season and the last voice note of the year, Courtney talks about knowing when to leave things on a high: the party, the conversation, a version of yourself. Not everything needs to be dragged out to be meaningful.As the year closes, she invites you to reflect on endings that feel good and the quiet power of stopping while things are still sweet. The podcast is taking a break until Spring 2026.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice noteThank you for listening!!
2025-12-3109 minI left a voice note for youTrying to Put You on My Christmas ListThis week, Courtney shares what's on her Adult Christmas List based on the TikTok trend. From the practical things she actually wants to the invisible gifts adulthood requires, this episode is part wish list, part therapy session. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-12-0510 minI left a voice note for youBlind items & blurry linesCourtney explores the art of gossip, blind items, perception, and how stories people make up can shape opinions. She explains what blind items really are, the kind she might be submitted about herself, and how rumor culture can blur the line between truth and projection. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-10-2408 minI left a voice note for youCuffing Season Cliff NotesIn this episode, Courtney breaks down the science and soft chaos of cuffing season, especially in queer and lesbian dating spaces. Listen to some red and green flags of the season, ins and outs, and how to figure out if you’re falling in love or just cold.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-10-1011 minI left a voice note for youCourtney predicts it all for fallLeaves are changing, vibes are shifting, so let’s talk autumn predictions. In this episode, Courtney shares what’s officially in, what’s definitely out, and a few bucket list ideas to try to reset, re-center, and maybe surprise yourself along the way.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-09-1916 minI left a voice note for youThe Intuition FilesSome call it intuition, some call it gut feelings, but Courtney calls it being right (most of the time). In this episode, she unpacks the art of reading patterns, trusting your instincts, and catching red flags before they wave. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-09-0513 minI left a voice note for youI know what you did last summerCourtney chats about the summer she decided to quit her job, driven by a quiet urge to feel like herself again. This episode isn’t about escaping work, it’s about what she accidentally found when she had time actually to pay attention. Spoiler: the reward for attention really is healing.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-07-2513 minI left a voice note for youAre you in a pipeline and don’t even know it?From clean girl and trad wife aesthetic to full-blown conspiracist, Courtney explores how easy it is to fall into a pipeline without even realizing it. She discusses some of the internet pipeline archetypes and the subtle ways ideology gets packaged as aesthetics. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-07-1112 minI left a voice note for youThe Soft Launch FilesCourtney unpacks the art of the soft launch. She chats about why we love to keep things lowkey, whether it’s a new project, a new person, or a new version of ourselves. Sometimes it’s fun, sometimes it’s protection, sometimes it’s just none of y’all’s business (respectfully lol). Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-06-0612 minI left a voice note for youSurviving “your type”We all have a “type” when dating, but is your type aligned with your true desires? Courtney invites you to rethink the traits you're actually seeking in a partner in a fun but reflective convo on dating, self-awareness, and evolving your type. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-04-2508 minI left a voice note for youWhat’s your Secret Single Behavior?Everyone’s got one. In this episode, Courtney chats about Secret Single Behaviors—the quirky, hilarious, and oddly comforting things we do when no one’s watching. Inspired by Sex and the City, but made for the solo era. Let’s normalize the weird and wonderful.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-04-1114 minI left a voice note for youI hope what you let go of grows flowersSpring is here, and with it comes a reminder: what you let go of has space to grow into something beautiful. In this episode, Courtney talks about the ebb and flow of life — the good, the bad, and everything in between. Learn about the concept of Wu Wei and how to embrace the natural rhythm of life for ease and growth. Let’s reflect, reset, and make room for your flowers to bloom!Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note
2025-03-2109 minI left a voice note for youWhen’s the last time you did something for the first time?In this episode, Courtney chats about how to bring freshness and novelty into life. Having something to look forward to as adults is really good for our mental well-being, and she offers ideas to add more random side quests into your routine. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note
2025-03-1410 minI left a voice note for youA pop culture state of mindIn this episode, Courtney breaks down what pop culture actually is—it’s not just celebrity drama, but a reflection of our collective beliefs, artistic expression, and everyday practices. Listen to hear her favorite parts of pop culture and why she's committed to spreading it like it's the gospel! Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note
2025-02-2806 minI left a voice note for youDo you know what today is? It's my anniversaryIt’s officially been one year since I left a voice note for you podcast! Courtney leaves you a voice note about how this has become a space for reflection, conversation, and storytelling. And for Black History Month, she invites you to think about how you can contribute to our community. Leave Courtney a voice note.Follow the podcast on Instagram.
2025-02-2104 minI left a voice note for youSongs 4 the lovers onlyDim the lights and listen to a Valentine’s Day voice note inspired by the timeless vibes of The Quiet Storm. Courtney dedicates this episode to Melvin Lindsey’s legacy, the founder of the iconic Quiet Storm radio show. Listen to the curated playlist here.Watch the Whitney Houston performance here. Watch the Luther Vandross Superstar performance here.Watch the Sade performance here.Leave Courtney a voice note.Follow the podcast on Instagram.
2025-02-1410 minI left a voice note for youIf I ruled the worldIn this voice note, Courtney explores the curiosity behind Nas & Lauryn Hill’s iconic anthem to imagine what a just, loving, and equal world could look like. How can you make a difference—no matter how small? Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2025-02-0709 minI left a voice note for youRITUALSThis week, Courtney chats about rituals—those small, meaningful things that ground us and bring us back to ourselves. With the Winter Solstice on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the rituals that light up our lives. She shares her rituals and invites you to think about yours. Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2024-12-2007 minI left a voice note for youThe 6-minute miracleCourtney chats about The 6-Minute Miracle, which isthe power of a simple shift in perspective. Discover how seeing things differently can transform fear into love and open up new possibilities—even when life feels uncertain.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2024-12-1304 minI left a voice note for youThis is actually my first rodeoIn this voice note, Courtney talks about what it feels like to realize (again) that adulthood is just a series of first rodeos. No one really knows what they’re doing, and honestly? That’s kind of the beauty of it.Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2024-11-2906 minI left a voice note for youA song for you — ProtectorCourtney leaves you a voice note exploring the lyrics of Beyoncé's "Protector" and revealing how it can have a double meaning of nurturing your inner child. Gain a new appreciation of the storytelling behind the music, babe!Follow the podcast on InstagramLeave Courtney a voice note.
2024-09-1011 minI left a voice note for youIf all else fails, I'll be Tracee Ellis RossCourtney leaves you a voice note about radically accepting where you are in life to create a path to where you truly want to be.
2024-08-1407 minI left a voice note for youA good time gone too farCourtney shares a voice note on letting situations be what they are no matter how much you've idealized them, babe. The art of detachment is where it's at!
2024-07-1906 minI left a voice note for youCourtney's InterludeHappy Cancer Season! It's the perfect time for some nostalgia. Courtney takes a brief trip back to the early 2000s and leaves a voice note about how you've already been the person you want to be.
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2024-07-0508 minI left a voice note for youChasing summer bucket listsCourtney leaves you a voice note sharing her summer (or really any season) bucket list! Listen and get inspiration to make your own.
2024-06-1213 minI left a voice note for youWe cannot interrupt, it's a canon eventCourtney leaves you a voice note about how when certain events that happen in your life might suck, they often times shape and define who you are on the other side.
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2024-05-2709 minI left a voice note for youDating in the wildCourtney leaves you a very entertaining voice note about the archetypes she's ran across in the dating world and buzzwords that are a red flagggg. If you've ever experienced any of these things please leave her a voice note! Enjoy :).
2024-05-1320 minI left a voice note for youEverybody calm downCourtney leaves you a quick voice note about everything that's going 'wrong' in her life. But yet still keeps a tone of inspiration and positivity because who would she be if she didn't. :) Enjoy!
2024-04-2408 minI left a voice note for youThe paradox of breakupsCourtney leaves you a voice note on the uncanny paradox that happens when you break up with someone or leave an old situation behind. Listen as she introduces how to create a counter vortex of new energy and she shares a REAL voice note of when she was going through it (lol).
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2024-04-1209 minI left a voice note for youWhat are your simple pleasures?Courtney leaves you a voice note about creating and indulging in your own list of life's simple pleasures. Inspired by the New York Times 'My Ten" monthly feature. Read the Tracee Ellis Ross article mentioned in this episode here.
2024-03-2710 minI left a voice note for youRide the wave of renewalSpring is coming, so what are you gonna do about it? Courtney leaves you a voice note on the renewal that can be found in a new season and astrological new year.
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2024-03-1506 minI left a voice note for youWherever you go, there you areCourtney leaves you a voice note about how no matter where life takes you, the essence of who you are remains constant. She talks about how moving out of the country did not solve all of her problems (hehe).
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2024-03-1107 minI left a voice note for youBut that's why I love tomorrowCourtney leaves you a voice note on a technique to overcome those past moods and outdated behaviors that might keep you stuck!
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2024-03-0608 minI left a voice note for youTraumatize them backCourtney talks about expressing your emotions to the people closest to you and how it can be a path to healing yourself!
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2024-03-0105 minI left a voice note for youA song for youCourtney leaves you a voice note about being inspired to write a song and introduces a fun new episode segment where she decodes lyrics to some of her favorite songs.
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2024-02-2607 minI left a voice note for youDon’t crash out over those feelingsCourtney leaves you a voice note on the definition of crashing out over your feelings and a couple of insights on how to not let it get that extreme.
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2024-02-2106 minI left a voice note for youLet’s unpack thatCourtney leaves you a voice note on why she started this podcast and how to unpack those pesky thoughts and express yourself.
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2024-02-1904 minI left a voice note for youYour first voice noteWelcome to my short semi-weekly podcast, where I leave a thought or idea or chat about whatever’s on my mind. Tune in to my tales about personal growth, being in the mid-30s, love and dating, pop culture, being chronically online and more. Maybe you’ll get a spark of inspiration and creativity!
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2024-02-1500 min
Cubicle ChroniclesHow To Start Freelancing with a Full-Time JobEver wonder how to get started on freelancing independently while you still work full-time? Here's what I did to start getting work with clients on the side while still working a 9 to 5. Simple tips that can be done with either zero or small investment. Each tip mentioned in the episode led to securing freelance work soon after I started taking action on my idea.
To support this podcast with a monthly donation please visit: https://anchor.fm/cubiclechronicles/support
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2019-06-1031 minCubicle ChroniclesI Took the LEAP - Personal Career Story Part IIContinuing with the SECOND phase of my career journey. In this episode, I encourage to listen until the end because *eye* think there's some gems dropped when it comes to aligning who you are with your career. I talk about my last five jobs to bring my career to where it is currently in 2019!
For part I of this story click here.
Find me on YouTube at "Courtney's Diary"
DM me on Instagram: @itsbourt_ if you have your personal cubicle chronicles story and I will share it on the show!
2019-03-2838 minCubicle ChroniclesMy Personal Career Story Part II'm back! At least for now, but here is my personal cubicle chronicles story. I realize I haven't told my career journey story this far and I hope that you listen and all of this will make sense! From my podcast to my Youtube project to my business, I'm hoping to weave a cohesive story together for it to really boil down to the same message: follow your original passions.
Those passions from childhood that we may have buried or stuffed down they are still there and need to be alchemized and fit into your adult life i...
2019-02-2839 minCubicle ChroniclesNo, you can't touch my hairIn the episode of Cubicle Chronicles I have my second guest, Zachary Nunn of the Living Corporate podcast join me to talk about micro-agressions! Yes, so if you have been looked at as the "voice of black culture" in the office then you my friend have been micro-agressed! Listen to this candid conversation on how to deal with it the next time it happens and Zach's interesting experiences on it happening to him.
ABOUT THE GUEST: Zachary Nunn is multifaceted creative and professional consultant based in Houston, Texas.
As the founder of Living Corporate, a multimedia platform he launched in...
2018-09-1138 minCubicle ChroniclesAre you ready for a promotion?On this episode I have my very first podcast guest!! Meet Jinissa Smith a resume expert, she will give you some actionable advice on how to tweak and tighten your resume for your next job promotion! Also, I give some quick tips on how to prepare for that promotion. Don't forget that you can support my podcast now with a monthly subscription fee of either $0.99, $4.99 or $9.99! Just follow the link below!
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2018-08-3129 minCubicle Chronicles#CorporateTaughtMeWhat do you already know about running a business that you might have picked up from your day job? In this episode I share some transferrable skills that you probably already have from working full-time that can benefit you in starting a side hustle.
Also, check out the Impact Theory video that I mentioned in this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QdMfSTMYoU&t=524s
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2018-08-1119 minCubicle ChroniclesIs it time to quit your job?In the latest episode, I go over 5 key motives that should align with you & your job in order for you to be happy and fulfilled.
I also drop 6 key learning points for me over my tenure as a corporate employee. As always follow me on Instagram @itsbourt_ and send me your corporate chronicles or ask questions about climbing or even throwing away the corporate ladder.
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2018-06-2624 minCubicle ChroniclesEmployee vs Entrepreneur Mindset ShiftThis week I talk about the difference in mindset of an employee and entrepreneur and what we all can do to go a little harder for ourselves and create our own lanes! Follow me on Instagram @itsbourt_ and reach out to me with your personal Cubicle Chronicles story.
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2018-06-1223 minCubicle Chronicles005. What's your definition of success?This week the sounding board write in comes from Candace (@unicorncandy850) who shares a petty exchange with her boss.
Also, I highlight 10 signs that you're more successful than you think you are, friend. We all get caught in the rat race of what we think success is and I challenge you to define it for yourself and never let up on reaching what it means to YOU only.
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2018-06-0410 minCubicle Chronicles004. Twerk Miley TwerkI get another write in from Shalese about a questionably undertoned email she got from her boss. Listen and let me know if you have had anything like this come up for you! Follow Shalese on Instagram @sip_teahouse. She's out here slinging herbal, homemade teas while working a full-time corporate job.
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2018-05-3006 minCubicle Chronicles003. Internship Bait n Switch and are you a job hopper?On this episode I get my first cubicle chronicles question about a internship that pulled the bait and switch on an employee. Also, #soundingboard time, are you a job hopper? Job hoppers typically switch positions in under 3 years and if you are what are your reasons? Follow me on Instagram at: @itsbourt_ to connect!
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2018-05-3007 minCubicle Chronicles002. Who is Bourt?Courtney’s personal story and the explanation on how Being Bourt started and the origins of Cubicle Chronicles
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2018-05-2907 min
Cubicle Chronicles001. Introducing Cubicle ChroniclesWelcome to the cubicle chronicles - where you can send in your gripes, mishaps or questions about the weird things that happen to you while being on the pursuit to more while still working your day job.
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