Beyond the Headlines: Power, Progress, and the Realities of Representation Inspired by Remona Hazel

Soft Girl Era

This episode challenges the illusion of progress in corporate America by examining the gap between representation and real power for Black women. Inspired by insights from Remona Hazel, we dig beneath the headlines to reveal how systemic barriers persist even as diversity numbers rise. Through the stories of trailblazers like Thasunda Brown Duckett and the resilience of Black women entrepreneurs, we explore why true equity requires more than token milestones—it demands intentional action, sustained accountability, and a fundamental shift in who holds decision-making authority. Join us as we discuss what it takes to move beyond performative diversity and build workplaces where Black women are empowered to lead, thrive, and reshape the systems around them.