Health & Wellness Episodes

When Life Lifes: A Real-Time Pivot with Oryn Stewart What if the most powerful asset you possess for your next chapter is precisely what you've been told to leave behind? In this episode, we close out The Execution Series: Power, Pivot & Purpose with a demonstration of true leadership. When the unexpected happens and plans change, real leaders adapt. In this instance, life intervened. Our scheduled guest was unable to join, and instead of canceling, we executed a real-time pivot strategy. Oryn ...

Healing Lineage Trauma Part 1 was the story. This is the work. In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Rima Desai — transformational life coach, spiritual healer, and Masters-trained counseling psychologist — goes into the interior work that changed everything. Where do limited beliefs actually come from? How does inherited trauma live in the body across generations? And what did energy healing shift for Rima when years of traditional approaches alone couldn't get her all the way there? T...

"She didn't wait for the system to catch up. She built a new one." In this episode of our May series, She Who Mothers: Redefining Legacy, Love & Lineage, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Muji Bekomson — Medical Laboratory Scientist, Founder of FEMME Health Companion, and Top 50 Voice in African Tech — to explore what happens when a woman stops waiting to be heard and starts building what should have existed all along. When a doctor dismissed Muji's severe symptoms with "just get pregnant,...

What if the thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances — it’s the story you keep telling yourself about your circumstances? Dr. Brandy Peer has spent her career inside that question — and built an entire practice around helping women answer it, dismantle it, and move. In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Dr. Brandy Peer — CEO of BMPowered Consulting, LLC, Identity Architect, speaker, and consultant who has dedicated her career to dis...

She arrived in the U.S. at 27. Never been on a plane. Left her entire family in India. Faked her accent so no one would notice where she came from. Worked harder than anyone in the room — and learned the hard way that hard work without a voice is invisible. Dr. Charu Chopra is a physical therapist of 17 years. For the past 7+, 100% of her patients have been women. She specializes in pelvic floor and breast rehab therapy — and she is one of the most honest, direct voices in women’s health workin...

Deneen L. Garrett is joined by internationally recognized advocate and empowerment coach Kalyn Fahie for a powerful conversation on money, safety, and rebuilding self-trust. Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation — a 100 Best Women’s Empowerment Podcast — continues its LIVE era by exploring what financial power truly means for women who are rebuilding their lives, identities, and futures. In this episode, Kalyn shares the deeper framework behind “Money as Safety” — and how women, particularl...

EPISODE 192 — Alcohol as a Coping Mechanism: Grief, High-Functioning Binge Drinking & Life Beyond the Binge Full episode notes: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/high-functioning/ High-functioning doesn’t always mean okay. Sometimes it’s a mask for grief, binge drinking, and survival. In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation (a 100 Best Women’s Empowerment podcast), host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Colleen Clifford — author, speaker, coach, and commercia...

In this powerful return conversation, Victoria Finch — known as The Heart Healer — joins host Deneen L. Garrett for an intimate, deeply reflective dialogue on inner child healing, emotional freedom, leadership, and the power of community. Victoria shares the origin of her healing work, the childhood moment that shaped her life’s mission, and how decades of trauma recovery, hypnotherapy, and personal healing now inform the way she supports women at pivotal turning points. Together, Deneen and V...

You Don’t Have to Burn Out to Win: Brandi Hudson’s Blueprint for Soul-Aligned Success Episode 186 ✨ In this powerful episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Brandi Hudson, Founder of The Happiest Place Podcast, for a raw and uplifting conversation about redefining success, protecting your peace, and leading with intention. Brandi shares her journey from burnout to brilliance—offering tangible insights for Women of Color ready to live and lead f...

You Don’t Have to Burn Out to Win: Brandi Hudson’s Blueprint for Soul-Aligned Success Episode 186 ✨ In this powerful episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Brandi Hudson, Founder of The Happiest Place Podcast, for a raw and uplifting conversation about redefining success, protecting your peace, and leading with intention. Brandi shares her journey from burnout to brilliance—offering tangible insights for Women of Color ready to live and lead f...

Back Yourself: The Power of Standing in Your Truth ~ with Lildonia Lawrence Episode 185 🎧 Episode Summary: In this powerful and affirming episode, I’m joined by well-being coach and activist Lildonia Lawrence, as we explore the vital themes of backing oneself, standing in one’s truth, and embracing rest as resistance. Through her lived experiences and deep work with BIPOC communities, Lildonia shares how identity suppression, racial trauma, and systemic inequities impact well-being — and how re...

REST. REFUSE. RECLAIM.™️ The Blueprint for Boundaries, Wealth & Unapologetic Living Episode 183 In this transformative episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, we explore the revolutionary power of rest, boundaries, and financial freedom. Black women have long been conditioned to equate worth with productivity, but this conversation is about shifting the narrative—because rest is resistance, boundaries are power, and wealth is reclamation. 💬 "Rest is not a luxury—it’s a revolution....

🎙️ Unstoppable Grit: Tashana’s Journey from Military Jumps to Bodybuilding Glory 💪🏾🔥 Episode 182 🚀 What does it take to go from jumping out of planes to dominating the bodybuilding stage? In this episode, I sit down with Tashana, one of the Ambitious Women from Kris' Krew, an Army Airborne veteran turned 8X all-natural bikini bodybuilding champion, to uncover the grit, mindset, and resilience that fueled her transformation. 💡 Inside this episode: ✅ The mental toughness & discipline that took he...

🚨 The Self-Care Revolution: Why Every Woman Must Prioritize Herself—Starting NOW! 💜 Episode 181 with Cassandra Juniphant 🔥 Sis, when was the last time you put YOURSELF first? 🔥 In this unapologetic, soul-stirring episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, I sit down with Cassandra Juniphant, founder of Ori Ara, to break down why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s survival! 💆🏾‍♀️ 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✨ The dangerous myth about "hustle culture" that’s keeping you exhausted 🚨...

The Power of Inner Child Healing & Self-Awareness with Victoria Finch Episode 177 Throwback In this transformative episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Victoria Finch, The Heart Healer, to explore the journey of inner child healing, self-awareness, and self-forgiveness. Victoria, a Master Hypnotherapist and Life Coach, shares how childhood experiences shape our self-worth, beliefs, and relationships—and how healing these wounds can lead to...

🎧 Throwback Episode: The Importance of Calming the Noise in Our Lives Episode 175 ✍🏽 Full episode notes: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/calming-the-noise/ 🧘🏾‍♀️ Feeling Overwhelmed by Life’s Noise? It’s Time to Reconnect. In today’s fast-paced world, we are constantly bombarded with distractions—social media notifications, endless to-do lists, and external expectations. But have you taken a moment to truly listen to yourself? In this throwback episode, Dr. Tiffany Smith div...

Empowerment Unplugged: Marquette L. Walker on Growth, Resilience & Gratitude Throwback Episode 173 🎧 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Marquette L. Walker as she shares her powerful journey of personal growth, resilience, and gratitude. In this candid discussion on the Women of Color platform, Marquette reflects on the challenges she's overcome, the lessons she's learned, and the gratitude she feels for the opportunity to uplift others. 💡 This episode is a must-watch if you're looking...

Embrace Change & Say YES to New Experiences w/ Dr. Denise Y. Mose Episode 172 Ever felt stuck in your career or life? Wondering what’s next? 🤔 In this episode, Dr. Denise Y. Mose shares how one bold decision—saying YES to a new opportunity—completely transformed her life. From feeling stagnant in her career to teaching in Shanghai, China, covering the Olympics for NBC, and hosting red carpet events, Dr. Mose proves that stepping out of your comfort zone is the key to unlocking extraordinary op...

🎧 Episode 171 🔊 Press play if you’ve ever felt guilty for resting. This episode is your permission slip to slow down, reclaim your time, and embrace the luxury of ease—without apology. 💡 "Rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a birthright." – Elizabeth Mccoy Full episode show notes: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/rest-without-guilt/ Inside This Episode: Black women have been conditioned to glorify overworking—but at what cost? Therapist and rest advocate Elizabeth Mccoy is here to break i...

Recognizing and Addressing Limiting Beliefs Limiting beliefs can silently hold us back, especially for women of color navigating systemic challenges. In this episode, Dr. Kimberly Walker, psychiatrist and RTT practitioner, shares how subconscious beliefs impact mental health and success. Learn how Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), self-reflection, and community can help reframe negative narratives and foster growth. Discover practical steps to overcome limiting beliefs and step into your pow...

Building Healthy Habits for Youth: Tips from Dr. Chinwe Afurebe Episode 161 In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Dr. Chinwe Efuribe, founder of Centered Youth Clinic and Counseling Consulting, shares insights on youth wellness and empowering girls of color. Dr. Chinwe discusses the importance of self-awareness, seeking help, and strategizing for wellness, not only for youth but for adults as well. She emphasizes the power of pausing, dreaming of a lifestyle, and being op...

From Achieving to Being: Unpacking Worthiness with Lauren L.C. Wells Episode 157 with Lauren LC Wells Highlights [00:07:17] Optimal well-being on a soul level. [00:15:13] Reviving your mind and body. [00:31:35] Embracing health through community. Prioritizing Self-Care and Mindfulness through Reflection and Reassessment In the podcast episode featuring Lauren L.C. Wells, the importance of taking time to pause, reflect on worthiness, and reassess personal goals emerged as key steps in prioritiz...

Mindset Shift: Redefining Work and Self-Care with La’Vista Jones Episode 151 This week’s guest, La’Vista Jones, shares how by prioritizing self-care, individuals, especially women of color, can step into their power and create the life they truly desire which she has done for herself. Born and raised in Ohio, La’Vista, CEO/Founder, now resides in Arizona with her family. LaVista's podcast, Boss Talk, challenges listeners to reconsider their approach to work and self-care, Mindset Shift: Redefin...

Defying the Odds: From Olympic Gold to Hollywood Stunts: A Journey of Resilience with René Felton Besozzi Episode 150 Join us for an intimate and inspiring conversation with René Felton Besozzi, a renowned coach, therapist, and grandmother. In this episode, René shares her journey of coaching athletes to Olympic gold medals, working with Hollywood stunt professionals, and navigating life's challenges with resilience and determination. From coaching her son to gold medals to working with inter...