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Self-Discovery Episodes

Conversations that delve into personal growth, identity, and the transformative journeys of women of color as they embrace their full selves.
Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings
May 15, 2024

Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings

Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings Episode 155 In this episode, host Deneen L. Garrett introduces guest DeeDee Cummings, who is an author, therapist, attorney, and mom from Louisville, Kentucky. DeeDee shares her career...

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What is Cultural Identity: Living Authentically with NoorJehan Tourte
March 23, 2024

What is Cultural Identity: Living Authentically with NoorJehan Tourte

Join us for an insightful and empowering conversation, Cultural Identity Living Authentically, with NoorJehan Tourte, a storyteller and group executive vice president, as she shares her personal journey of self-discovery and cultural identity. In this episode, NoorJehan reflects on her experiences …

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The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success with Valincia Bennett
March 14, 2024

The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success wit…

The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success: Self-discovery plays a vital role in identifying one's true desires in life and aligning actions accordingly. In a podcast episode, Valincia Bennett stresses the significance of self-discovery in her journey towards living her dream…

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In Charge: Dream Series - Drive Towards Your Dream Lifestyle
Feb. 22, 2024

In Charge: Dream Series - Drive Towards Your Dream Lifestyle

Episode 147   In this episode, we delve into the final phase of the "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series - the Drive episode. After dreaming big and designing your ideal life, it's time to take action and drive towards your goals. This phase involves plotting and planning, putting in the work to …

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Dream Life: Living a Dream Lifestyle: Step 3 - Decide
Feb. 13, 2024

Dream Life: Living a Dream Lifestyle: Step 3 - Decide

In this episode, Living a Dream Lifestyle, of "Women of Color, An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett continues her "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series. She introduces her framework of three plus Ds - dream, decide/design, and drive - and focuses on the decide/design aspect in this ep…

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Overcoming Obstacles: Embracing Self-Belief with Aria Elan
Dec. 18, 2023

Overcoming Obstacles: Embracing Self-Belief with Aria Elan

About this episode In this episode, Mom/attorney/author/singer/songwriter, Aria Elan highlights the importance of using one's voice to advocate for marginalized groups. The discussion focuses on Overcoming Obstacles:  The Importance...

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Absolute Uncertainty: The Inspiring Story of Chantele Gray
Dec. 14, 2023

Absolute Uncertainty: The Inspiring Story of Chantele Gray

In this episode of "An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color," host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with her hairstylist, Chantele Gray. Chantele is the owner and operator of Pretty Girl Hair Studios and Pretty Girl Cosmetics. The conversation delves into Chantele's personal journey as an entrepren…

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Harnessing Power and Finding Purpose as Women of Color with Demarra West
Nov. 23, 2023

Harnessing Power and Finding Purpose as Women of Color with Demarra W…

Harnessing Power and Finding Purpose as Women of Color with Demarra West    |  |          In this episode Demarra and I, talk about:   [00:05:36] People as pathways to prosperity. [00:15:28]...

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The Importance of Self-Love in Achieving Your Dreams  with Dr Tiffany Smith
Nov. 20, 2023

The Importance of Self-Love in Achieving Your Dreams with Dr Tiffany…

The Importance of Self-Love in Achieving Your Dreams with Dr Tiffany Smith    |  |      In this episode Dr Tiffany and I, talk about:   [00:02:20] Witnessing Western medicine's effects. [00:19:07]...

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Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability: A Journey to Empowerment with Souraya Christine
Nov. 16, 2023

Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability: A Journey to Empowerment…

Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability: A Journey to Empowerment with Souraya Christine    |  |      In this episode Souraya and I, talk about:   [00:02:06] Finding purpose through trauma. [00:21:51] Focus...

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Finding Your Voice: Empowering Women of Color to Save Themselves with Poonam Bhuchar
Nov. 9, 2023

Finding Your Voice: Empowering Women of Color to Save Themselves with…

Finding Your Voice: Empowering Women of Color to Save Themselves with Poonam Bhuchar    |  |      In this episode Poonam and I, talk about:   [00:02:00] The SAFE method. [00:16:10] Seeking a better way to live...

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"Accepting Yourself and Creating Your Reality: A Guide for Women of Color" with RIMIDI
Nov. 2, 2023

"Accepting Yourself and Creating Your Reality: A Guide for Women of C…

"Accepting Yourself and Creating Your Reality: A Guide for Women of Color" with RIMIDI    |  |      In this episode RIMIDI and I, talk about:   [00:08:11] Dismantling before manifestation. [00:31:01] The album...

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"Journeys of Empowerment: Women of Color Living Boldly” with Dr. Denise Y. Mose
Oct. 26, 2023

"Journeys of Empowerment: Women of Color Living Boldly” with Dr. Deni…

"Journeys of Empowerment: Women of Color Living Boldly” with Dr. Denise Y. Mose  |  |      In this episode Dr. Denise Y. Mose and Deneen, talks about:   [00:03:09] A drastic change [00:06:08] Pushing the...

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Embracing: How Katherine Martinez Embraces and Navigates Intersectionality - 2020 #TBT
June 15, 2023

Embracing: How Katherine Martinez Embraces and Navigates Intersection…

Embracing: How Katherine Martinez Embraces and Navigates Intersectionality - 2020 #TBT                                 In this episode, Kathy Martinez (she/her/hers),...

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what’s the t with E. Monique Evans- 2021 #TBT
June 1, 2023

what’s the t with E. Monique Evans- 2021 #TBT

what’s the t with E. Monique Evans- 2021 #TBT                                           In this episode, I flipped the script my Sister Friend...

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What is your Passion with Karen Horne
May 25, 2023

What is your Passion with Karen Horne

What is your Passion - Feed it with Karen Horne- 2021 #TBT - Episode 110                                 Karen Horne, DEI Executive at Warner Bros. Discovery,...

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Afro Cuban : How Josy Gallagher is “the Best of Both” - 2020 #TBT
May 10, 2023

Afro Cuban : How Josy Gallagher is “the Best of Both” - 2020 #TBT

Afro Cuban : How Josy Gallagher is “the Best of Both” - 2020 #TBT - Episode 108                                             Being raised...

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Dream Within a Dream - How ♛ Olivia Lives a Dream Life through Writing
April 27, 2023

Dream Within a Dream - How ♛ Olivia Lives a Dream Life through Writing

Dream Within a Dream - How ♛ Olivia Lives a Dream Life through Writing - Episode 106                                            ...

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Awards in Excellence: How to Take Control of Your Life with Dr. Carol Parker Walsh
April 21, 2023

Awards in Excellence: How to Take Control of Your Life with Dr. Carol…

In this episode, Awards in Excellence: How to Take Control of Your Life, of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation,” Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, a mother, former attorney, HR director, and organizational consultant. Dr. Walsh shares her journey from practicing law to obtaining her doctorate in organ…

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Celebrate Success: My Podcast Coaching Journey
March 16, 2023

Celebrate Success: My Podcast Coaching Journey

Celebrate Success: My Podcast Coaching Journey with Deneen L. Garrett - Episode 100                                              ...

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Abundant Blessings: How to Turn a Setback Into a Setup with Tywanna Smith
March 3, 2023

Abundant Blessings: How to Turn a Setback Into a Setup with Tywanna S…

What if you were unable to pursue the one thing you’ve built your career or life around? What...

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How Doni Aldine Turned Her Global Experiences Into A Community
Dec. 16, 2022

How Doni Aldine Turned Her Global Experiences Into A Community

When you “live in between”, are a 3rd Culture kid, you may find your life passion is to help others feel they belong as was the case for Doni Aldine.  Donie, a globally mobile Afro-Latina and first-generation American who,...

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How Owning It Leads to Accomplishing Your Dreams with Kimberly Batchelor Davis
Dec. 9, 2022

How Owning It Leads to Accomplishing Your Dreams with Kimberly Batche…

Kimberly Batchelor Davis, Author, Podcaster, Lifestyle Editor, wants people to know she is a Dreamer and Believer in purpose and ability.  By tapping into her Superpower, her voice, she became “the somebody’ who wrote books for...

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Things High Achieving Black Women Need to Recover From to “Have It” with Ryane LeCesne
Dec. 2, 2022

Things High Achieving Black Women Need to Recover From to “Have It” w…

Ryane LeCesne, CEO | Mindset + Energy Management Coach, and I talked about things women, high-achieving Black women, need to be in recovery from in order to “have it”: Imposter Syndrome, Perfectionism, Distractionism.  We...

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