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Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usAn Unspeakable Hope: The Leader We All Need Right NowWhat happens when pain becomes purpose? In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Denise LaRosa reflects on An Unspeakable Hope by Leon Ford—a powerful memoir that chronicles Ford’s life after a violent act of police brutality left him paralyzed at the age of 19.As a Black woman, mother, and diversity practitioner, Dr. LaRosa shares how Leon’s story of resilience, radical love, and healing struck a chord on both personal and professional levels. She explores the book’s themes of trauma, transformation, and truth-telling, and highlights how An Unspeakable Hope offers a blueprint for justice, healing, and comm...2025-05-0504 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usLost Histories, Found Stories: Discovering Roots in Happy LandWhat happens when history isn’t passed down, but buried? In this episode of Rooted in Story, Dr. Denise LaRosa explores Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez—a dual-timeline novel that shines a powerful light on the loss of generational wealth and generational memory for Black Americans.With narratives from Luella and Nikki, this novel is a stunning meditation on land, legacy, and the stories that often go untold. As a Black woman currently journeying through the South to retrace the footsteps of ancestors and civil rights heroes, Dr. LaRosa reflects on how this novel hits home...2025-04-2004 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usThe Swans of Harlem: Dancing in the Shadows of GreatnessWhat happens when the stories of trailblazing Black ballerinas are left out of history books, dance studios, and our cultural memory? In this episode of Rooted in Story, Dr. Denise LaRosa—a former professional dancer with a deep love for ballet—dives into The Swans of Harlem by Karen Valby, a powerful reclamation of five extraordinary women who defied the odds and danced their way into history under the banner of Arthur Mitchell’s Dance Theatre of Harlem.With heartfelt reflection and informed insight, Dr. LaRosa explores the beauty, brilliance, and heartbreak woven into the lives of these...2025-04-0605 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usUnraveling the Politics of Black HairBlack hair is more than just hair—it’s history, identity, and resistance. In this episode of Rooted in Story, we’re diving into Twisted: The Tangled History of Black Hair Culture by Emma Dabiri. This book unpacks the complex social, political, and cultural forces that have shaped Black hair narratives for centuries.From Eurocentric beauty standards to the power of natural hair movements, Twisted challenges us to rethink what we’ve been taught about Black hair and its significance. Let’s explore the deep-rooted history, personal connections, and ongoing fight for self-expression woven into every curl and coil.2025-03-2803 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usA Lost Literary Gem: Why You Need to Read Diane OliverDiane Oliver’s Neighbors and Other Stories is a brilliant yet overlooked collection that offers a powerful glimpse into Black life in the 1960s. Though her life was tragically cut short, Oliver’s writing remains riveting, deeply rooted in its time, and reflective of the struggles and complexities of race, class, and identity.In this episode of Rooted in Story, we’re uncovering why Diane Oliver’s work deserves more recognition and how her short stories continue to resonate today. If you love discovering underappreciated literary voices, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.2025-03-2804 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usTwo Sisters, Two Fates: How Homegoing Tells the Story of Black AmericaFew novels capture the profound, generational impact of enslavement like Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. This sweeping, multi-generational saga follows two sisters—one sold into slavery, the other remaining in Ghana—and traces the ripple effects of their fates across centuries.In this episode of Rooted in Story, I reflect on how Gyasi’s storytelling is layered, nuanced, and deeply human. As a Black woman, I was both captivated and devastated by the journey of these families and the haunting legacy of history. And that ending? Breathtaking. Let’s unpack this powerful novel and sit with the truths it revea...2025-03-2804 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usBlack Women’s Words, White Authorship: A Conversation on The SisterhoodWho gets to tell the stories of Black women writers? In this episode of Rooted in Story, we’re diving into The Sisterhood: How a Network of Black Women Writers Changed American Culture and unpacking the complexities of a book about Black women’s literary impact—written by a white scholar.While The Sisterhood highlights the brilliance of Black women writers and their cultural influence, it also raises important questions about authorship, representation, and the role of diversity in academia. As a Black woman, mother, educator, and DEI director, I have my own thoughts on this—especially on the b...2025-03-2805 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usHarlem Rhapsody: The Woman Who Built a Literary LegacyJessie Redmon Fauset was a literary powerhouse of the Harlem Renaissance, yet her name is often overshadowed by the writers she nurtured—Langston Hughes, Nella Larsen, and more. In this episode of Rooted in Story, we’re diving into Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray, a novel that brings Fauset’s story to life.Join me as we explore how Fauset shaped Black literature, the barriers she faced, and why her influence deserves more recognition. This book left me wondering: How many other brilliant Black women have been written out of history? Let’s give Fauset her flowers...2025-03-2704 min

Rooted in Story - Exploring the stories that ground usWelcome to Rooted in StoryStories have the power to challenge, inspire, and ground us. In this first episode of Rooted in Story, I’m introducing you to the heart of this podcast—why I created it, what you can expect, and how we’ll explore the books that leave a lasting impact. Each bi-weekly episode will highlight a book that sparks deep reflection, offering key insights and meaningful takeaways. Whether it’s fiction that uncovers hidden histories or nonfiction that shifts our perspectives, Rooted in Story is a space for book lovers who believe stories shape who we are.Let’s di...2025-03-2702 min

Date Smarter. Sexier.S1 Ep 7: "Ageless Love"In this episode of "Date Smarter. Sexier.", relationship and dating coach Andrea LaRosa discusses dating and relationships after the age of 60 with her co-host and producer, Canaan John Dewey and SPECIAL GUEST Dr. Denise LaRosa, DOM. Follow: Andrea www.datesmartersexier.com Canaan www.canaandewey.com Send your questions to: datesmarterpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG: @datesmartershow Facebook Groups: Date Smarter Singles & Date Smarter Sexier 2021-06-1344 min

All the Real FeelsFinding Your Voice*Note: This episode is from the first iteration of my podcast. The title has since changed to All the Real Feels and is in a new format. Welcome to the very first full episode of Recipes for Realness! I've set it up to be a little appetizer for you all, covering what the heck a "recipe for realness" is, why it matters, and how finding my voice helped me get to this point. I'll be sharing a few key ingredients that have gotten me to where I am today, along with some teasers on what's t...2020-08-1939 min

To Die ForEpisode 14: Podcast Blackout - Black Lives MatterBlack Lives Matter - Justice for George Floyd - Say Their NamesEMMETT TILL - MEDGAR EVERS - DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR - HENRY SMITH - JOHN CRAWFORD III - MICHAEL BROWN - EZELL FORD - DANTE PARKER - MICHELLE CUSSEAUX - LAQUAN MCDONALD - TANISHA ANDERSON - AKAI GURLEY - TAMIR RICE - RUMAIN BRISBON - JERAME REID - MATTHEW AJIBADE - JAMES N. POWELL JR. - FRANK SMART - NATASHA MCKENNA - TONY ROBINSON - ANTHONY HILL - MYA HALL - PHILLIP WHITE - ERIC HARRIS - WALTER SCOTT - WILLIAM CHAPMAN...2020-06-1408 min

Joyful Courage for Parenting TeensDenise LaRosa shares her children's book, her podcast, building community, and OPRAH!DENISE LAROSA is the founder, host and CEO of Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa, LLC, a multimedia platform designed to motivate, inspire and inform mothers along their journey in motherhood. Denise utilizes her parenting experiences and background as an elementary educator to bring mothers invaluable information and resources on parenting through her podcast, blog and workshops. A devoted wife and mother of two precious girls, Denise is also an elementary school teacher. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in dance (Magna cum Laude) from Radford University in 2003 and graduated from Carlow University in 2008 with a Master of Education d...2016-12-1352 min

Grab Full Audiobook in Kids, Ages 5-7Empty Shoes by Denise N. LaRosa M.Ed. | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Empty Shoes Author: Denise N. LaRosa M.Ed. Narrator: Denise LaRosa Format: Unabridged Length: 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Denise LaRosa Genres: Kids, Ages 5-7 Summary: Catherine is sweet, caring, adventurous, vivacious, smart, and fun. As the baby of the family, she made her first attempt to outshine her big sister by auditioning for the lead in her school's play. Catherine is heartbroken whenever she discovers that she didn't get the part. Like many girls, she finds an escape by trying on shoes, and is pleasantly...2016-10-1105 min

Awaken The Healing - Reclaim Your Life!Episode 86 Release It to the UniverseIn this episode, we hear from Denise LaRosa, the host of "Mom Talk". Denise helps Trenayce by giving her testimonial on the power of letting go. If you've been following this podcast, then you know that Denise LaRosa had some challenges in episode 31. Now she is sharing her newfound success with the world, about how this podcast has helped her transform her life! Tune in to find out more.2016-05-1912 min

Awaken The Healing - Reclaim Your Life!Episode 31 Tune in to Your HeartIn this episode, Denise LaRosa of Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa, shares her comments and a question with our listeners. Tune in to find out why it's important for you to learn how to tune in to your heart. 2015-11-1216 min

Working Woman Entrepreneur |Successful Women Entrepreneurs Empowering You To Gain and Maintain the Freedom To Live The Life That You Want.Helping Others w/Denise LaRosaDenise LaRosa is a wife and mother of two precious girls. Being a mother has led her to becoming the founder and CEO of Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa, LLC, a multimedia platform designed to motivate, inspire and inform mothers. She utilizes her parenting experiences and background as an elementary educator with a Masters degree in education to bring mothers invaluable resources and information on parenting. Current Business: Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa Definition of Success: The accomplishment of an aim or purpose. Best Advice: Don't worry about what other people think. ...2015-10-2040 min

Women Taking the Lead039: Denise LaRosa Shares the Freedom to Be YouDenise LaRosa is a wife and mother of two girls and the founder and host of Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa, a podcast designed to motivate, inspire and inform mothers. Denise utilizes her parenting experiences and background as an elementary educator with a Masters degree in education to bring mothers invaluable resources and information on parenting. Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa peaked at #2 NEW&NOTEWORTHY on iTunes and has recently landed in What's Hot. http://womentakingthelead.com/denise-larosa/2015-07-2631 min

The Daring PodcastMom Talk with Denise LaRosaMGN Radio welcomes Denise LaRosa to the show. Denise LaRosa is the founder and host of Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa, a podcast designed to motivate, inspire and inform mothers. Denise utilizes her parenting experiences and background as an elementary educator with a Masters degree in education to bring mothers invaluable resources and information on parenting. Mom Talk with Denise LaRosa peaked at #2 NEW&NOTEWORTHY on iTunes and has recently landed in What's Hot. Past guests include Carrie Wilkerson: The Barefoot Executive, Darieth Chisolm, Kim West aka The Sleep Lady and many more. Denise is a wife and mother of t...2015-06-0440 min

The Coach Kenyatte Showw/MomTalk with Denise LaRosa-Just in Time for Mother's Day - MompreneurshipEnterpriseLifeRadio welcomes MomTalk with Denise LaRosa-Just in Time for Mother's Day - Mompreneurship! Denise LaRosa is a wife, mother, blogger, radio show host and entrepreneur who is using her gift of gad and writing to express what she is expereincing as a mother. She is joining me on the show to discuss parenting while building a blogging and radio show empire. You will want to listen in to this show! Enterprise Life Radio (ELR) showcases "Everyday People doing Extraordinarily Amazing Things" through topics on family, fun and funds, parenting, enterprise and entrepreneurship. ELR's focus is having true inner wealth. Mind, B...2015-05-1328 min