Best Luvvie Ajayi Podcasts (2025)

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S26E9: Say My Name, Say My Name (Correctly!) with Luvvie Ajayi Jones 48:08

1d ago48:08

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Hey lady! As a Black woman you know all too well the million different ways we have to command respect as we navigate our daily lives. It can be as intense as the feeling of being passed over for promotion after having a standout year or as mundane, but profoundly important, like saying your name correctly. Luvvie Ajayi Jones, renowned author, spea…

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Defend Your Name: Helping Kids Embrace Their Unique Names with Luvvie Ajayi Jones 26:19

28d ago26:19

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What does a name really mean? For many Black and immigrant children, it means identity, heritage, and pride. But what happens when the world tells them their name is too different? In this special episode of BACKtalk by Successful Black Parenting Magazine, host Janice Robinson-Celeste talks with bestselling author and “Professional Troublemaker” Lu…

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Black Maternal and Infant Health Disparities Review 18:48

5d ago18:48

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This literature review from the National Black Child Development Institute’s Black Infant and Maternal Health Task Force takes a hard look at Black maternal and infant health disparities through the lenses of anti-Black racism, intersectionality, and Afrofuturism. You’ll learn how structural racism and racial trauma drive adverse birth outcomes, li…

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442 - Repeat These 2 Words to Reinvent Yourself with Jonathan Van Ness 1:02:35

4d ago1:02:35

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What if two simple words could change how you see yourself - and your future? In this powerful peisode, Jonathan Van Ness shares the surprising phrase that helped them stop spiraling self-talk and start living with purpose, creativity, and courage. From overcoming people-pleasing to embracing their natural talents, JVN gets real about how they lear…

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S26E8: Healing Financial Trauma with Alejandra Rojas 51:05

8d ago51:05

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Hey lady! It’s almost the halfway point of the year. Are you making progress with your financial goals? If you’re still stuck in old patterns and running the same loop of financial management mishaps that lead to paycheck-to-paycheck scenarios then this episode is for you. Alejandra Rojas is an entrepreneur, Forbes contributor, writer and the found…

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441 - Arianna Huffington On The Sleep Revolution That Will Transform Your Life 24:05

12d ago24:05

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Did you know better sleep could radically improve every part of your life? Whether you can’t sleep or just don’t want to sleep more — this information is a big wake-up call. According to Arianna Huffington, we’re in the midst of a sleep deprivation crisis and she’s got hard science to back it up. Lack of sleep has profound and sometimes dire conseq…

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S26E7: 12 Practices to Spark Joy When Life Feels Heavy 44:44

16d ago44:44

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Hey lady! How are you centering your joy these days? Are you finding ways to turn up your happiness and maximize the fun in your life? Well, if you need some suggestions then this episode is for you! Terri and Dr. Dom have 12 great recommendations for keeping yourself centered and relaxed through all ups and downs life brings. Whether it be getting…

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440 - Quit the Life That’s Killing You (Before It’s Too Late) with Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach & Amanda Doyle 1:13:21

19d ago1:13:21

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Ever feel like you're barely surviing the life you're "supposed" to want? In this deeply honest episode, Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle explore the emotional toll of living a life that no longer aligns with your truth. From grief and self-abandonment to the liberation of saying no and quitting with intention, this conversation is a p…

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S26E6: Future Millionaire: A Young Person’s Step-By-Step Guide to Making Wealth Inevitable with Rachel Rodgers 47:24

23d ago47:24

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Hey lady! Are you ready to get your ish together once and for all? Then bust that notebook out, sis, because this week Dr. Dom and Terri have a powerhouse guest join them to drop gems on how to get your financial house in order so you can welcome great wealth and prosperity in your life for good! Rachel Rodgers is the founder and owner of Hello Sev…

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439 - Tony Robbins on What it Takes to Have an Extraordinary Life 54:44

26d ago54:44

54:44

“Our competitive advantage is love.” Go behind the scenes as Tony Robbins shares candidly about his life, family and work — and what you can do right now to transform the quality of your life. This episode is packed with insights, ahas and practical strategies. Grab your notebook and pop on your headphones (especially if you have little kids around…

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From Surviving to Thriving: Black Single Moms Rewrite the Rules of Success 26:34

27d ago26:34

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Being a single Black mom is rarely framed as powerful or successful, but Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton is here to change that. In this inspiring episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste speaks with Dr. Vicki about her groundbreaking book and documentary Diary of Successful Black Single Mothers. They dive into the truth behind single motherhood…

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Raising Confident Kids: Stopping Impostor Syndrome Before It Starts with Drs. Orbe-Austin 35:19

28d ago35:19

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Impostor syndrome doesn’t start in adulthood. For many Black children, the seeds of self-doubt are planted early. In this powerful episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste speaks with Drs. Lisa and Richard Orbe-Austin—renowned psychologists, executive coaches, TEDx speakers, and authors of Your Child’s Greatness: A Parent’s Guide to Raisin…

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S26E5: The Positive Side of Standing Out with Dr. Chika Oriuwa 53:25

29d ago53:25

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Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri welcome the inspiring and amazing Dr. Chika Oriuwa to Cultivating H.E.R. Space to discuss how she triumphed through personal challenges to become a medical trailblazer and a real-life Barbie doll. Dr. Chika shares how despite her many accomplishments she braved a tough battle with disordered eating and found he…

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438 - Grace Bonney: Here's the Deal About Work Life Balance 34:04

1M ago34:04

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So often women beat themselves up, thinking that they’re doing something wrong because they haven’t found a perfect work life balance. Marie and Grace dive deep into what it means to be real and vulnerable without getting sucked down into a place of negativity, the transformational power of mistakes, and the real deal with work life balance. It’s n…

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S26E4: 5 Powerful Ways to Stand Out and Build Connections in Your New Job 47:46

1M ago47:46

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Hey lady! Are you ready to flourish at your job? Well, don’t delay , this episode is for you. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom put you on game as they create a roadmap for occupational success that anyone can follow at any level. Are you ready to create not only systems but a mindset that puts you in the driver seat of your career and your life? Dr. Do…

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437 - How to Heal When Everything Falls Apart 1:25:13

1M ago1:25:13

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What do you do when life falls apart? In this powerful conversation, Suleika Jaouad shares how journaling, creativity, and community helped her survive cancer, heartbreak, and uncertainty - and build a life of purpose and beauty. You'll learn how to transform pain into power, rewrite limiting narratives, and reconnect with what makes you feel most …

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Black Moms Deserve to Survive: The Truth About Maternal Mortality in America 46:44

1M ago46:44

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Why are Black women still three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes in the U.S.? In this powerful episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste speaks with OB-GYN and advocate Dr. Faith Ahuba during Black Maternal Health Week. They discuss systemic racism in healthcare, personal stories of survival, implicit bias, and…

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S26E3: Healing through Neuroplasticity and Epigenetics with Daria Burke 55:35

1M ago55:35

55:35

Hey lady! Have you ever considered where your beliefs come from and, more importantly, why you hold on to them so dearly? If you’re not aware it is not a coincidence that you have certain thoughts programmed into you. In fact, there are studies that certain patterns of belief and trauma can be passed through the generations. Epigenetics, the study …

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Senator Warnock Children's Book: Leo’s Lunchbox: Teaching Generosity in a Time of Need 23:45

1M ago23:45

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In this heartfelt episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste sits down with Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock to discuss his new children’s picture book, We’re In This Together: Leo’s Lunchbox. Inspired by the biblical story of the Feeding of the Five Thousand, this modern parable follows a young boy named Leo who learns that sharing—even whe…

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Womb Work: How One Black Woman Changed the Fertility Playbook 43:57

1M ago43:57

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Eloise Drane has been a 6-time egg donor and 3-time surrogate, but her greatest legacy might be how she’s reshaping the fertility industry itself. In this powerful episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste speaks with Eloise about founding Family Inceptions, the first Black woman-owned fertility agency in the U.S., and how she’s breaking do…

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436 - Seth Godin Thinks You Should Stop Waiting For The Right Moment 33:21

2M ago33:21

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Marie Forleo talks to the legendary Seth Godin about handling failure in life, overcoming writer’s block, self-doubt and starting something that matters right here and now. You'll learn why you should stop waiting for the right moment, why Seth doesn’t believe in your ‘calling’, and so much more. We rarely look back on our lives and say “I’m disapp…

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S26E2: Why We Need Community More Than Ever and How to Start Building One 43:46

2M ago43:46

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Hey lady! It’s strange times filled with a lot of uncertainty but one thing we know for sure is that we will get through all of this with strong community. This week Dr. Dom and Terri discuss some of the factors that got us to reckon with the fact that there is an uprising of people reporting feelings of loneliness and being alone. While those are …

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435 - Mark Manson: How to Stop Caring About Things That Don’t Matter 27:37

2M ago27:37

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Best-selling writer Mark Manson has a fresh, irreverent perspective to share in the conversation about what brings true happiness and fulfillment in life. No matter how great your life is, you’re always going to encounter pain and struggle—the question is, how are you going to react to it? The key to living a good life isn't getting rid of struggle…

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S26E1: Can Women Really Have Platonic Friendships with Men? The Truth About Male-Female Bonds 55:57

2M ago55:57

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Hey lady! Do you believe you can have a real platonic, relationship with a person of the opposite sex? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom offer their unique perspectives about why they value their friendships with the men in their lives but have learned through living how to build relationships based on the type of intimacy that is born from genuine inte…

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434 - Daymond John on What Makes a Successful Entrepreneur 37:25

2M ago37:25

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It helps to be so hungry that you have no other choice but to succeed. Daymond John is the best-selling author of “The Power of Broke”, a successful entrepreneur and judge on the hit tv show, Shark Tank. He has so much wisdom to share about starting a business, what you need to succeed, and why being broke could be your greatest secret weapon as an…

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S25E13: How to Balance Independence and Intimacy in a Relationship 52:22

2M ago52:22

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Hey lady! As you continue to think deeply about how you want your life to look and feel, have you considered how much intimacy plays a part in your relationships? This week, Dr. Dom and Terri expound on the ways intimacy serves as the bedrock for fulfilling relationships of all stripes. Whether it’s platonic, familial, or romantic; intimacy can ser…

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️ From NFL to Author Martellus Bennett on Dreaming Big Breaking Barriers & Dear Black Boy 46:17

2M ago46:17

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🏈✨ From NFL Champion to Creative Powerhouse In this inspiring episode of the BACKtalk Podcast, we sit down with Martellus Bennett—Super Bowl Champion, author, animator, and world-builder—to talk about his powerful children’s book, Dear Black Boy. Martellus opens up about why he walked away from football at the top of his game to pursue what he call…

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Why Breastfeeding Disparities Are Putting Black Newborns at Risk—and How We Fix It 43:00

2M ago43:00

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🎧 Only 73% of Black newborns are ever breastfed — but why? And what’s standing in the way of support that all parents deserve? In this powerful episode of BACKtalk with host Janice Robinson-Celeste, we sit down with expert lactation consultant Dr. Clifton Kenon Jr., IBCLC, DNP, RN to uncover the root causes of breastfeeding disparities in the Black…

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433 - The Truth About Menopause EVERY Woman Needs to Hear with Tamsen Fadal 43:44

2M ago43:44

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Is menopause really the end of feeling like yourself? In this powerful conversation, Tamsen Fadal breaks down the myths about menopause and shares science-backed solutions for managing symptoms, reclaiming your energy, and thriving through midlife. @TamsenFadal, Emmy Award-winning journalist, author, and menopause advocate, and producer of the grou…

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S25E12: Dating Like a Boss: 5 Ways to Stay in Control and Never Settle 58:48

2M ago58:48

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Hey lady! Are you ready to step up in your love life and own your experience? If so, this episode is for you. This week Terri and Dr. Dom offer tips to help you stay in control of your romantic encounters and avoid settling altogether. Dating like a boss often involves significant perspective shifts. If you feel like some of your previous experienc…

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432 - The REAL Reason You’re Struggling with Money with Lewis Howes 1:03:18

2M ago1:03:18

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Feeling stuck in your finances? Tired of living paycheck to paycheck? In this powerful conversation, Lewis Howes breaks down the exact mindset shifts and daily habits you need to create financial freedom—no matter where you're starting from. @LewisHowes, New York Times best-selling author, keynote speaker, industry-leading show host, and former pro…

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S25E11: How to Maximize Your Job Benefits: PTO Hacks, Sick Day Strategies & Other Perks to Explore 56:09

3M ago56:09

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Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri up the conversation around wellness with a friendly reminder that you are ALWAYS your best investment. The ladies offer up smart advice about utilizing your paid time off, also known as PTO, to help boost your wellness for whatever you may need. Even if you don’t have a formal PTO employment situation, Terri an…

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431 - Big Waves, Shark Attacks, & Facing Your Fears with Bethany Hamilton 35:00

3M ago35:00

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Are you letting fear hold you back? Learn how Bethany Hamilton got the courage to surf again just 4 weeks after losing her arm to a tiger shark — then went on to win a national title. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mari…

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S25E10: Upping Your Professional Game with Tamara McLemore 46:40

3M ago46:40

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Hey lady! We know things are looking pretty wild and perhaps a little unstable, which is why you are in the right place this week. You know we got you, right? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom welcome Tamara McLemore, PMP owner and founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises and the creator of a project management course that will not only assist you in succ…

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430 - Boundaries, Fear, & Being a Professional Troublemaker with Luvvie Ajayi Jones 35:12

3M ago35:12

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Your critics don’t get to decide who you are — you do. Discover your gifts, embrace your flaws, & learn how to be a disrupter who creates change for the greater good. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/marieforleo Tiktok: h…

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S25E9: Empowering the Next Generation Through Sex Education with Camila Rodriguez 40:20

3M ago40:20

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Hey lady! This week friend of the show, Camila Rodriguez, joins Dr. Dom and Terri to have an honest conversation about how to open a conversation with the youth in our lives about sex. Cami, is the co-founder of Empowered Caretakers: Navigating Sex Education with Kids and Teens. She is on a mission to help all the people in a child’s village empowe…

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429 - Turn Your Life Around with Mel Robbins’ One Weird Habit 59:09

3M ago59:09

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In this episode, learn one simple habit that’ll help you take control of your life, silence your nasty inner critic, and finally manifest your dreams. Mel Robbins does this every morning — and now I do, too. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: http:…

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S25E8: 6 Reasons You Shouldn’t Stay in a Relationship 43:34

3M ago43:34

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Hey lady! Can you feel the transformation in the air? The feeling that change is around us is undeniable. Sometimes that change is within your relationships. Do you know when it’s time to cut ties with someone you’ve been romantically linked to? Terri and Dr. Dom offer their perspectives, based on their unique experiences, to shed some light on whe…

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428 - Want to Start a Business? How to Finally Make it Happen 13:25

3M ago13:25

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If you’re waiting to feel “ready,” you’ll be waiting forever. Listen now to learn the ONLY 2 things you really need to start your dream business today. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/marieforleo Tiktok: https://www.tikt…

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S25E7: Love vs. Loneliness: How to Know If You’re Settling or Building Something Real 50:52

4M ago50:52

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Hey lady! How has cuffing season been treating you? Are you boo’d up and keeping cozy, or is your bed cold and it has you feeling a way? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom dive into the difference between being alone and loneliness and why the feelings of the latter may cause us to operate from a place of lack and find ourselves in less than desirable ci…

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427 - Should You Choose a Safe Career or Follow Your Dreams? 4:28

4M ago4:28

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Do you pick the “safe” job…or pursue your dream career? When life forces you to choose between security and inspiration, what do you pick? Here are 3 truths to help you decide — in business or life. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: http://www.ins…

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S25E6: Building our Relational Currency with Dr. Thema Bryant 53:28

4M ago53:28

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Hey lady! You’re in for a treat this week so we won’t delay. Dr. Thema Bryant, psychologist, author, professor, sacred artist, and minister joins Dr. Dom and Terri to bring a much-needed balm to our spirits with her wisdom, insight and soothing energy. Whenever Dr. Thema speaks it’s hard not to feel that everything is going to be alright! Dr. Thema…

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426 - Take Control of Your Money with Kumiko Love 37:57

4M ago37:57

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Stressed about money? You’re not alone. In this episode, Kumiko Love (aka “The Budget Mom”) shares her expert tips to face your financial fears, take control of your money, and live a life you love — on a budget you can afford! Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘H…

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S25E5: The Power of Community in Reclaiming Intimacy and Sexual Health with Dr. Janet Williams 49:19

4M ago49:19

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Hey lady! This year is your year to take your pleasure to new heights. This is the year you take what makes you feel good and let it inform all the ways it makes your life beautiful and delicious. But, before you bloom like the beautiful rose you are, we need to get down to the root of what may be keeping you from experiencing the pleasure you so r…

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425 - Never Let Fear Stop You Again with Koya Webb 49:36

4M ago49:36

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Is fear stopping you from chasing your dreams? Koya Webb — author of Let Your Fears Make You Fierce — shares how to trust your intuition, heal emotional wounds, and take back your life. Start Your Dream Business in B-School → JoinBSchool.com FREE SUCCESS GUIDE: Discover the 12 entrepreneurial mistakes you can’t afford to make in 2025 → MarieLovesYo…

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S25E4: Answering the Call: Navigating Purpose and Spirituality with Anita Kopacz 57:49

4M ago57:49

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Lady! Are you ready to expand your horizons and tap into your spiritual side? Well, then come closer because we have the perfect guest to excite your imagination with tales of spiritual lore. Anita Kopacz is a lifelong storyteller. She’s made a career bringing fun and interesting stories to life as the former Editor-in-Chief of Heart & Soul magazin…

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424 - How to Keep Showing Up — Even When You Feel Down 10:47

4M ago10:47

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Think everyone else has it together? They don’t — and you don’t need to either. In this raw and honest episode, I share my personal mantra and true stories to help you stay true to yourself through tough times. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: ht…

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S25E3: Generational Healing through Nutrition with Alishia McCullough 51:05

4M ago51:05

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Hey lady! How are you doing with your New Year’s resolutions? Are you still on track with your health and wellness goals? If you started the year revved up and ready to go and already find yourself slouching back towards bad habits we want to help take some of the pressure off with a helpful reframe that will help sharpen your focus on your goals. …

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423 - How to Live Without Regrets 4:50

5M ago4:50

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Are you living the life YOU most want or the life people expect of you? Answer these 3 questions to find the courage to live your life without regrets. Living for other people’s expectations guarantees you’ll fall short of your own. Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. <3 COME S…

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Running A Business And Motherhood 42:14

5M ago42:14

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Successful Black Parenting Magazine -- Dream of wanting to start your own business and you are a mom? Stuck in the spiral of working, coming home too tired to do a side hustle but needing more money to survive? We got you! Listen to this episode with host Janice Robinson-Celeste and Lakeisha Robichaux tell you how they did it and how you can do it,…

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