Episodes

"When you want something, the whole universe conspires to make it happen." Author: Paulo Coelho. Check out this episode to learn how my day spent in NYC on Tuesday was the manifestation of this. My Dream Lifestyle: A Spontaneous Trip to NYC To Experience Black Art by Jean-Michel Basquiat. This week's guest, Deneen L. Garrett, is the Host of the An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color podcast. She is also the Founder & CEO of Deneen Consults which sponsors the pod, a Dream Lifestyle Coach an...

https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/how-doni-aldine/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, by age 19, lived in & identified with seven cultures on five continents, defines what “in-between” and being a “3rd culture kid” is along with sharing her global experiences in this week’s episode. How Doni Al...

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 Black and Brown girls and boys to see themselves. When wondering who and when, she realized “the who” was her and “the when” was then… Check out this episode to learn about how we, as Black people, show up in her books. #RepresentationMatters This week’s guest is… Ki...

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 talked about how shame shows up and its impact. Check out this week’s episode for more . This week’s guest is… Ryane LeCesne is the Master Your Mindset Coach. Since 2012, Ryane has coached nearly 1,000 high-achieving women – specializing in the unique needs of high-achieving ...

During a transformational leadership session, Therese Myers , AUTHOR/Founder Yesgirlscreate/ Owner Brand New Vue , was asked what she planned to be doing in year. She knew it would be something helping girls. Beginning with the end in mind and inspired by her three daughters, Therese created Yes Girls Create Inc, a New York City based non profit organization which focuses on self-esteem building through creative activities for girls ages 7-14. Her mission with Yes Girls as well as with Brand N...

This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Lisa L. Baker, CEO and Founder, gets to helps others answer their purpose, live her purpose, and give back. At the age of 54, Lisa said Yes to the severance package her company was offering, had no plan, and because of that leap of faith, she “gets to do”. Check out this week’s episode for more. This week’s guest is… Lisa L. Baker shows high performing professionals how to Level Up – get connected, get promo...

Did you know you have the power to shift your mindset? Did you know you don’t have to be a people pleasure? Did you know you can live unapologetic? This week’s guest Coach Kisha Woods , Mindset/Entrepreneurial Growth Coach , learned that she could after taking a 30 day reflective break. She took agency of her state of mind, put herself 1st and started to live life on her terms. Coach K shared three actions women of color can take to own their power and voices plus the 3 R’s she lives by. C...

What doors keep opening for you? For Monique “AJ” Smith, Consultant, Adjunct, Post Host, Co-Author, Magazine Publisher, Executive Coach, Sports Management was the door that kept opening. Monique was involved in administrative aspects of sports from a young age, was encouraged to pursue PR, which she did, and 30 years later, has enjoyed a successful career in Sports Management. Check out this week’s episode to learn more about her journey, her investment in the education of her students and how...

Checking in from Nigeria, Nana Ize Musa, an Ambassador with a great passion for humanity's appointment, shared about her humanitarian work and its global impact. Nana has dedicated her life to serving women and children, educating them and keeping them safe. In response to what 3 things a woman could do to own her power and voice, believe you are capable was her final point. Check out this week’s episode for more. On another note, Nana encouraged me to go horseback riding. “Soon come.” :O) Thi...

When I read Kristina Thomas’, Mother/Healer/Entrepreneur, Bio, I knew our #intimateconversation would be an emotional one. Indeed it was. We talked about the various methods of healing she uses, reiki, egg spiritual cleanse, we’re at different stages of losing our fathers, and she surprised me when she shared the impact my sister’s book when she was in high school. You just never know…. Check out this week’s episode for more. This week’s guest is… My name is Kristina Thomas. A DC native operat...

Are you bold? Showing up? A go-getter? Rita Kakati-Shah, Author, Founder & CEO, International Speaker and Board Advisor, is and does as we discuss in this week’s episode. Being “one of the only” as a woman of color in finance in the UK, formed Rita’s passion for diversity and inclusion. Rita furthered embraced this after her move to the US when she became a “plus 1”. She tapped into her journey and authored “The Goddess of Go Getting” which was released earlier this year. Be bold be brave ...

During my #intimateconversation with L. Michelle Smith, CEO and Founder of no silos communications llc., L. Michelle mentioned “being in the halls of Harper & Collins”, a big publishing house, and how others remarked that was unheard of without representation. Her answer to my question “what one thing contributed to this” inspired the title of this episode ~ Relationships Based on Excellence - How to Win at Life. Check it out to learn 3 key actions to owning your power and voice, how L. Michel...

In this #BlackHistoryMonth episode, Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis , a community advocate, sociologist and criminologist, educator, and researcher , holds nothing back. She is firm in her Blackness and about what is and is not "diversity work". Check it out for as she gets raw and real. This week’s guest is… Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis is a community advocate, sociologist and criminologist, educator, and researcher. Dr. Dennis connects with local, national, and international communities, schools, businesses, ...

Nikè Anani , Speaker/Author/CEO/Wife/Mom, is passionate about ensuring family businesses outlast their founders. Understanding how generational wealth is created, Nikè is forging her own path by equipping the next generation with tools to “step out of the shadow” of their parent(s)…. Check out this week’s episode for more. This week’s guest is… Nike Anani is an international award-winning entrepreneur, succession specialist and a legacy planning expert for future-focused business families. She i...

Patricia Arboleda built upon 20+ years of leadership development in Corporate America, and started her coaching business, Arboleda Coaching, to impact Latinas and other women. During our #intimateconversation, she shared 3 actionable steps to owning our voices and power. Check out the episode for more and, Be Courageous ! This one is dedicated to our sons who mentor us, inspire us and motivate us to be courageous! Patricia is a successful Executive and Leadership Coach, a seasoned Career Strateg...

Imagine doing all the things to become an anesthesiologist to be told by a patient they did not want a Black doctor? Dr. Christen Behzadi, a board-certified anesthesiologist and founder of InternationalIntercultural, didn’t have to imagine this as she lived it. Thanks to a colleague confronting the patient, Dr. B. and this doctor “bonded in allyship” . Check out this week’s episode for more. Ways to Connect Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christen-flack-behzadi-md/ Website: http://www.iicf...

After losing her mom, Ashley Johnson , mother or 2, a personal trainer and owner of BE U Fitness, suffered with depression. After also gaining over 300 pounds, Ashley made the decision to “love herself” and started her journey to a healthier lifestyle. Check out our conversation for more. Connect with Ashley Facebook Instagram Hire Deneen To Speak Denee n L. Garrett is a Women of Color empowerment speaker and podcaster and the Host of the Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation podcast. Hire De...

It’s a New Year and for many that signals time for a change. Whether you’re burned out, exhausted, ready for something new, this week’s #intimateconversation is for YOU! Check out the 1st episode of 2022 and season 3 with J ocquice “Jae”Spikes , a Career & Business Coach, as she breaks down the three things we can do to “change our HAT”. Connect with Jae: w: www.wisehatconsulting.com e: info@wisehatconsulting.com l: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocquicespikes/ i: https://www.instagram.com/jocquic...