Best Zakia Podcasts (2025)

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When There's Enough Space to Not Pursue a Fight or Negative Conversation 48:00

14h ago48:00

48:00

Healing your past wounds changes in ways you don't know. Like in fights or arguments where you used to let yourself go, pursue, be enticed. There's something that doesn't participate anymore.By Zakia

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The Greatest Mystery of All Time 22:01

10d ago22:01

22:01

This is a transmission, not a lesson. It invites direct experience over explanation. The speaker is pointing beyond mind, beyond self, into the infinite silence of what is—and into the mystery of being God, as God, in God’s play. A profound spiritual monologue exploring the nature of existence, mind, illusion, awakening, and ultimately God-realizat…

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You Were Born Enough 35:19

17d ago35:19

35:19

In this deeply raw and empowering episode, Zakia opens up about her lifelong journey from emotional struggle and dissociation to presence, purpose, and power. She reflects on the early pain of losing her father, the invisible burden of absorbing her mother’s emotions, and years spent chasing happiness without understanding why it felt so unreachabl…

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Origin or Echo 9:47

18d ago9:47

9:47

Some of us were livestreaming, building, and showing up long before digital became the standard. Not to trend—but to tell the truth. But what happens when the frameworks you quietly shared become tools others use—with no trace of your name? In this episode of Business Tech Unraveled, I unpack what it means to be the origin in a world full of echoes…

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You're Not in Business—You're Just Busy: The Truth About Doing Business 7:30

19d ago7:30

7:30

You’ve got the talent, the clients, and the receipts. But are you actually running a business—or just stuck in motion? In this episode of Business Tech Unraveled, Zakia unpacks the difference between being great at what you do and actuallybeing in the business of doing business. No fluff. No motivational clichés. Just the clarity most business owne…

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The Fear Behind The Finish Line 7:28

22d ago7:28

7:28

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t starting—it’s finishing. This episode unpacks what happens when building becomes a form of protection. Behind the checklists and systems is a quiet fear: what if sharing the finished work means facing silence, or worse, rejection? For entrepreneurs caught between motion and meaning, this is a reminder that peace, no…

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The Quiet Anchor: What Real Support in Business Looks Like 6:39

28d ago6:39

6:39

In this episode, I unpack something I’ve felt—but couldn’t always name: the difference between genuine support… and quiet extraction. When you’re building, teaching, and showing up in your business, not everyone who gravitates toward you has pure intentions. Some want to be close to your glow—but not the work. Others call themselves supporters, but…

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Can We Be Our Trauma Personality Again Even After We Heal? 22:10

2M ago22:10

22:10

Back for another ride- full circle. One and the same with full healing- isn't that what full healing is? A true okayness with the dark? An okayness with BEING the dark? The dark no longer considered, the dark-By Zakia

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When You Recognize A Thing to Be 'Not True' You Stop Seeing It 1:21:59

2M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

By Zakia

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From Needy People Pleaser to Alone, Outcast & OK With It 44:21

3M ago44:21

44:21

In this episode of The Brilliant Mind, Zakia reflects on a group meeting after years of navigating identity dissolution alone. It is the first time she is in the company of those who have an understanding or at least know how unexplainable this process is. She feels energized after the meeting, but also wonders if she made it alone until this point…

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Why Certainty Is An Illusion & How It Shows Up in Interaction 29:55

3M ago29:55

29:55

In this episode of The Brilliant Mind, Zakia dives deep into the nature of self-perception, conditioning, and the profound shifts that come with inner work. She explores how certainty can be a sign of a closed mind, while true openness allows for a spacious, fluid experience of life. Through raw personal reflection, Zakia discusses the dissolution …

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You Have a Product—Now What? The Systems You Need to Sell Online 10:33

3M ago10:33

10:33

Selling online isn’t just about having a great product or service —it’s about having the right systems in place. You’ve got people asking how to buy, but do you have a website to send them to? Can you accept payments smoothly? Do you have a process for shipping orders? If you're a consultant, how easy is it for clients to book time with you? And if…

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Personal Identity: Does Everyone Have it, Do We Do Our Greatest Work When It Is Gone? 45:52

3M ago45:52

45:52

In this episode, we explore the intricate and often elusive nature of personal identity and its relationship with the mind. The personal identity, with its constant commentary, assumptions, and grasp for control, is an entity that forms as a result of being alive. But what happens when this personal identity begins to heal? As we delve into the dis…

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When You See the Mind is When You Distrust the Mind 43:36

3M ago43:36

43:36

By Zakia

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The Root of Ego: A Mistaken Way To Care 1:40:00

3M ago1:40:00

1:40:00

By Zakia

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All Mental Activity is A Result of Fear 59:07

4M ago59:07

59:07

The discussion explores the nature of personal identity, ego, and presence. The speaker describes how thoughts create a continuous narrative about one's experiences, forming a personal identity that structures perception and self-concept. However, this identity can dissolve, particularly in experiences of deep presence or spiritual awakening. The s…

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The Brilliance of Survival (Full Version): Trauma, Identity, Spiritual Awakening + Bonus Content 2:00:26

4M ago2:00:26

2:00:26

The full version of the episodes so far posted in Season 2, covering an array of topics including: Awakening and the Seeker’s Journey The shift from seeking to simply witnessing How the ego and different thought personalities arise in meditation Questioning the self and realizing the illusion of identity The Power of Daily Contemplation and Meditat…

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Releasing Attachment & Finding Freedom in Work, Love, & Routine 17:57

4M ago17:57

17:57

In this episode of The Brilliant Mind, we explore the dissolution of attachment—to work, identity, relationships, and everyday routine. When the psychological self begins to fade, what remains? A love that is pure, unconditional, and free from expectation- even our own. Join me as I reflect on: ✨ The shift from needing work, routines, and validatio…

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The Deep Work of Healing—Feeling the Pain for Unimaginable Change 17:25

4M ago17:25

17:25

In this episode of The Brilliant Mind, we dive into one of the most challenging yet transformative aspects of awakening—actually feeling the pain. Year two of my journey wasn’t about bliss or peace—it was about facing the deep emotional wounds, allowing old stories to surface, and experiencing physical pain as the body processed years of stored tra…

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The Power of Daily Contemplation & Meditation: When The Impossible Becomes Automatic 6:42

4M ago6:42

6:42

In this episode of The Brilliant Mind, we explore the profound impact of daily contemplation and meditation—what may begin as a practice, even in one moment, evolves into our natural state over time. I share my personal journey of sitting with every thought, witnessing the mind’s patterns, and experiencing the unexpected moment when meditation beca…

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The Gift of Unconditional Love & Living from the Heart 6:31

4M ago6:31

6:31

In this episode of The Brilliant Mind, we explore one of the most profound gifts of returning to presence—unconditional love. This is love without reason, without attachment, without seeking. It is simply being. I reflect on how the process of awakening dissolves old insecurities, transforms relationships, and frees us from subconscious agendas. Wh…

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The Brilliance of Survival – Understanding Trauma and Identity 40:54

4M ago40:54

40:54

In this episode, we explore the fascinating and deeply intricate ways the mind adapts to trauma for survival. Trauma is not just an experience—it becomes an identity, shaping how we see ourselves and navigate the world. I discuss how the mind creates an alternate reality based on fear, leading to dissociation and the development of coping mechanism…

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What Successful Online Courses Have in Common 8:33

5M ago8:33

8:33

What separates an online course that learners love from one that falls flat? In this episode of Business Tech Unraveled, host Zakia Ringgold breaks down the essential ingredients for creating impactful courses that resonate with adults. You’ll learn how to design with purpose by understanding adult learning principles, catering to different learnin…

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Don’t Guess—Validate: The First Step to a Successful Online Course 11:11

5M ago11:11

11:11

Creating an online course that delivers results starts with understanding your audience. In this kickoff episode of her 4-part series, Zakia Ringgold dives into the critical step of validation. Whether you’re a corporate trainer or a small business owner, Zakia shares actionable strategies for uncovering what your audience truly needs, from lead ma…

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The Heart of Business: Core Values Shaping Entrepreneurial Paths 16:21

6M ago16:21

16:21

In this episode, we discuss the core values that drive our brand and help shape every decision we make. From the importance of empowerment through knowledge to the significance of purpose-driven growth, Zakia shares her insights to help you build a business that not only thrives but also stays true to its mission. Tune in to discover how aligning y…

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From Soap to Strategy: How AI and NotebookLM Deepen the Business Journey 20:17

7M ago20:17

20:17

What if AI could tell your business story for you? In this episode we explore Google's NotebookLM tool as an innovative approach to storytelling through AI. Using Google’s NotebookLM tool, we turn a blog post, into this podcast while also, revealing insights from Zakia's journey of transforming challenges into a connected, purpose-driven business e…

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From Garage Dream to Industry Leader: The Essential Depot Success Story with Derek Hodges 27:41

9M ago27:41

27:41

This is the episode you've been waiting for! Join our host, Zakia Ringgold, as she sits down with Derek Hodges of Essential Depot for a discussion on one blog turned into a lye empire and so much more. With over 15 years as a supplier in the soap and skincare industry, Derek shares the incredible journey of Essential Depot - from a one-product star…

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Guided Meditation- Archangel Gabriel 30:00

2+ y ago30:00

30:00

Allow yourself to be taken on a wondrous journey with Archangel Gabriel. Relax with this stunning guided meditation as the angel of clarity and vision helps with clarity. Listen carefully to the messages that come through during the meditation.By Zakia Kazi