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๐ช๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ: ๐๐ป ๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป is a ๐ง๐ผ๐ฝ ๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ช๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป'๐ ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ Podcast centering Black women and Women of Colorโour stories, our leadership, our livesโfor women ready to choose themselves boldly and unapologetically.If you're done waiting to choose yourself and ready to live boldly, this show is for you.Each episode features intimate, inspiring conversations with women from diverse backgrounds, countries, and generationsโsharing real stories of empowerment, resilience, and transformation. They've faced challenges, redefined success on their own terms, and are living their ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐๐น๐ฒโข NOW.๐๏ธ Press play. Choose yourself. Let's get into it.Join the ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐๐น๐ฒโข ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: https://www.skool.com/dream-lifestyle-collective-1653/about
Episodes
- She Lost Her Mom at 6: Healing Grief & Spiritual Awakening | Rima Desai, Part 1
What happens when a child grows up carrying grief she has no language for โ and discovers at age 12 that she can read minds? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Rima Desai โ transformational life coach, spiritual healer, and Masters-tโฆ
- How to Become an Expat: The "Plan B" Every Woman of Color Needs | Lynelle Baker-Hall
"She who mothers, prepares. She who mothers, builds a world without borders for her lineage." In the kickoff to our May series, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Lynelle Baker-Hall โ Senior Government Advisor, entrepreneur, and authorโฆ
- Show Up | Story, Platform & Turning Expertise into Influence | Trish Lindo
"You don't wait for permission. You become it. And when you become it โ everything rises to meet you." In the final installment of our Women Who Build: Legacy in Real Time series, we're diving deep into the architecture of influence. How dโฆ
- Episode 200: You Don't Wait for Permission โ You Become It | Kaila James
Two hundred episodes. And we're just getting started. Episode 200 of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation is here โ and it arrives exactly the way it should: with a conversation that goes straight to the heart of what this podcast hasโฆ
- Opening Doors | Access, Coaching & Building Legacy for Women in Need | Santana Inniss
Santana Inniss walked away from corporate, looked around at the women being left behind, and decided to do something about it. In this episode, the Founder of The Glow Initiative (Glowi) joins Deneen L. Garrett to share how she is ending bโฆ
- Break Free | Silencing Self-Sabotage & Leading Authentically | Dr. Brandy Peer
What if the thing holding you back isn't your circumstances โ it's the story you keep telling yourself about your circumstances? Dr. Brandy Peer has spent her career inside that question โ and built an entire practice around helping womenโฆ
- Leaking Is Common But NOT Normal | Pelvic Floor Health, Immigrant Grit & Women's Health Advocacy | Dr. Charu Chopra
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 โ and learned the hard way that hard work without a vโฆ
- Unlearn. Reclaim. Lead. | Stop Waiting for Permission to Be Seen ft. Gia Warren
You were built to lead. So why does the path keep feeling out of reach? In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Gia Warren โ strategic operations and program management leader, MBA, andโฆ
- Money as Safety: Rebuilding Self-Trust & Financial Power
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 โ a 100 Best Women's Empโฆ
- Stop Shrinking: Luxury Branding for Women 50+
Stop shrinking. Raise your standards. Your experience doesn't expire โ it compounds. In Episode 194 of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with luxury personal brand strategist Cheryl Pullins for a mโฆ
- From Podcast to LIVE: The Next Era of Women of Color
Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation โ a Top 20 podcast on the 100 Best Women's Empowerment Podcast list โ is entering a new era. In this episode, Deneen L. Garrett is joined by Leon Thomas (The Leon Thomas Group) to share the shift frโฆ
- Alcohol as a Coping Mechanism: Grief, High-Functioning Binge Drinking & Life Beyond the Binge
EPISODE 192 โ 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.โฆ
- The Heart Healer Returns: Healing, Community & Your 2026 Word
In this powerful return conversation, Victoria Finch โ known as The Heart Healer โ joins host Deneen L. Garrett for an intimate, deeply reflective dialogue on inner child healing, emotional freedom, leadership, and the power of community.โฆ
- What Are You Mixed With? Navigating Anti-Blackness, White Supremacy & Light-Skinned Privilege with Dr. Wendy Ashley
Episode 190 In this intimate and deeply necessary conversation, we're joined by Dr. Wendy Ashley โ a nationally recognized Black and biracial clinician, professor, author, change agent, and Department Chair of the MSW program at Cal Stateโฆ
- Dontae T. Muse: Building a Legacy in Black Art, Culture & Artrepreneurship
Episode 189 In this powerful conversation, Cultural Producer and Artrepreneur Dontae T. Muse joins Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation to explore his journey through creativity, community, and legacy-building in Black art. Dontae sharโฆ
- Black Women in Art: Restorying the Canon โ Conversation with Melanie Brister
Episode 188 Audio Disclaimer: This conversation was originally recorded for CAA Conversations. CAA later shifted to a panel-only format and chose not to release individual interviews. I'm proud to share this important dialogue independentlโฆ
- Black Women in Art: Restorying the Canon โ Conversation with Robin Wilson
Episode 187 This episode was originally recorded for CAA Conversations in alignment with their content structure at the time. When CAA shifted to a panel-only format, they chose not to release individual interviews. I'm proud to share thisโฆ
- You Don't Have to Burn Out to Win: Brandi Hudson's Blueprint for Soul-Aligned Success
You Don't Have to Burn Out to Win: Brandi Hudson's Blueprint for Soul-Aligned Success Episode 186 โจ In this powerful episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Brandi Hudson, Founder of Theโฆ
- Back Yourself: The Power of Standing in Your Truth ~ with Lildonia Lawrence
Back Yourself: The Power of Standing in Your Truth ~ with Lildonia Lawrence Episode 185 ๐ง Episode Summary: In this powerful and affirming episode, I'm joined by well-being coach and activist Lildonia Lawrence, as we explore the vital themโฆ
- Bold, Visible & Unstoppable: The Power of Community for Women of Color Entrepreneurs
๐Bold, Visible & Unstoppable: The Power of Community for Women of Color Entrepreneurs ๐ฅ Episode 184 Kris & Krew Part III Episode Description: Community isn't just a buzzwordโit's the backbone of success for women entrepreneurs. In this eโฆ
- REST. REFUSE. RECLAIM.โข๏ธ The Blueprint for Boundaries, Wealth & Unapologetic Living
REST. REFUSE. RECLAIM.โข๏ธ 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 financโฆ
- Hollywood's Gatekeepers Are Changing ~ How Black Women Are Taking Over Media
Hollywood's Gatekeepers Are Changing ~ How Black Women Are Taking Over Media with Ashley King Episode 165 The entertainment industry is shifting, but for Black women and other marginalized creators, success isn't about waiting for an invitโฆ
- Unstoppable Grit: Tashana's Journey from Military Jumps to Bodybuilding Glory
๐๏ธ Unstoppable Grit: Tashana's Journey from Military Jumps to Bodybuilding Glory ๐ช๐พ๐ฅ Episode 182 ๐ What does it take to go from jumping out of planes to dominating the bodybuilding stage? In this episode, I sit down with Tashana, oneโฆ
- The Self-Care Revolution: Why Every Woman Must Prioritize Herself with Cassandra Juniphant
๐จ The Self-Care Revolution: Why Every Woman Must Prioritize HerselfโStarting NOW! ๐ Episode 181 with Cassandra Juniphant ๐ฅ Sis, when was the last time you put YOURSELF first? ๐ฅ In this unapologetic, soul-stirring episode of Women of Coโฆ
- Turning Passion into Profit: Vida Robinson's Entrepreneurial Journey
Turning Passion into Profit: Vida Robinson's Entrepreneurial Journey with Vida Robinson Episode 180 Kris' Krew, Ambitious Women ๐๏ธ Episode: Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation ๐ง Guest: Vida Robinson | Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur &โฆ
- Collaboration is Queen: Unlocking Success Through Sisterhood (Part II)
๐๏ธ Collaboration is Queen: Unlocking Success Through Sisterhood (Part II) Episode 179 ๐ก The Power of Self-Advocacy, Authenticity & Collective Success ๐ฅ "Dear beautiful Black woman, I just want you to know you are more than enough. Do noโฆ
- The Power of Our Stories โ How Personal Narratives Inspire, Empower & Drive Success (Part I)
Episode 178: The Power of Our Stories โ How Personal Narratives Inspire, Empower & Drive Success (Part I) In this powerful episode, we bring together a dynamic group of Ambitious Women making waves in their industries. From marketing and mโฆ
- The Power of Inner Child Healing & Self-Awareness with Victoria Finch
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 Healerโฆ
- The Importance of Calming the Noise in Our Lives with Dr. Tiffany Smith
๐ง Throwback Episode: The Importance of Calming the Noise in Our Lives Episode 175 โ๐ฝ Full episode notes: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/calming-the-noise/ ๐ง๐พโโ๏ธ Feeling Overwhelmed by Life's Noise? It's Time to Recoโฆ
- Stop Waiting, Start Living: Embracing Vulnerability & Taking Action with Souraya Christine
Stop Waiting, Start Living: Embracing Vulnerability & Taking Action with Souraya Christine Episode 174 Throwback In this powerful throwback episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with Sourayaโฆ
- Empowerment Unplugged: Marquette L. Walker on Growth, Resilience & Gratitude
Empowerment Unplugged: Marquette L. Walker on Growth, Resilience & Gratitude Throwback Episode 173 ๐ง Join us for an inspiring conversation with Marquette L. Walker as she shares her powerful journey of personal growth, resilience, and graโฆ
- Embrace Change & Say YES to New Experiences w/ Dr. Denise Y. Mose
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? ๐ค In this episode, Dr. Denise Y. Mose shares how one bold decisionโsaying YES to a new opportunitโฆ
- Rest Without Guilt: Why Black Women Deserve Luxury & Ease with Elizabeth Mccoy
๐ง Episode 171 ๐ 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 easeโwithout apology. ๐ก "Rest isn't a luxuryโit's a birthright." โ Elizabโฆ
- The LOTUS Within โ Leadership, Resilience & Purpose with Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton
๐๏ธ Episode 170: The LOTUS Within โ Leadership, Resilience & Purpose with Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton ๐ฅ "Leadership isn't about titlesโit's about impact." โ Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton In this powerful episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conโฆ
- Obong Priesto: The Sound of Revolution, Identity & Global Impact
In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , host Deneen L. Garrett welcomes her third male guest, Obong Priestoโa visionary musician and freedom activist behind The Plight Messenger's . Obong offers deep insights into hisโฆ
- What Your Comfort Costs Us-The Power of Pause and Rest with Dr. Gabriela Alcalde
What Your Comfort Costs Us-The Power of Pause and Rest with Dr. Gabriela Alcalde Episode 168 In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett welcomes Dr. Gabriela Alcalde, a creative and anti-supremaciโฆ
- How to Become a Successful Woman: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs for Personal and Professional Growth with Dr. Kimberly Walker
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 subcoโฆ
- WOC: Get From Stuck to Vision with Dr. Sharon Arrindell
WOC: Get From Stuck to Vision with Dr. Sharon Arrindell Episode 165 In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Dr. Sharon Arrindell shares her journey as a speaker, counselor, and best-selling author dedicated to empoweriโฆ
- Shifting from DEI to Intentional Inclusion with Kelli Lester
Shifting from DEI to Intentional Inclusion with Kelli Lester Episode 166 In this episode, we welcome Kelli Lester, co-founder and partner of Onyx Rising, a consultancy focused on transforming individual, team, and organizational behaviors.โฆ
- The Power of Intentional Living: A Guide to Personal Growth with Susanne Mariga
The Power of Intentional Living: A Guide to Personal Growth with Susanne Mariga Episode 164 In a podcast episode featuring Susanne Mariga, a CPA and fractional CFO, the discussion revolves around the concept of intentional living and its pโฆ
- Grief and Transformation: A WOC Shares Stories of Resilience and Empowerment with Olivia Abousaid
Grief and Transformation: A WOC Shares Stories of Resilience and Empowerment Episode 163 In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, host Deneen welcomes grief and transformation coach Olivia Abu-Said for a heartfelt kickbโฆ
- Reclaiming Narratives: Ty Robbins on Black Lesbian Romance in "The Color of Honey"
Reclaiming Narratives: Ty Robbins on Black Lesbian Romance in "The Color of Honey" Episode 162 In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," creator & host Deneen L. Garrett, returns to the podcasting space after a brief hโฆ
- Building Healthy Habits for Youth: Tips from Dr. Chinwe Afurebe
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 youโฆ
- Empowering Others: Finding Strength in Serving and Making a Difference with Amber Ontiveros
Empowering Others: Finding Strength in Serving and Making a Difference with Amber Ontiveros Episode 160 Healing Trauma and Overcoming Discrimination through Consciousness Work In a podcast episode featuring Amber Ontiveros, President of Onโฆ
- Coffee, Art, and Conversations: Anita Sewell's Abstract Art Showcase
"Coffee, Art, and Conversations: Anita Sewell's Abstract Art Showcase" Episode 159 In this episode of the podcast, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with abstract artist Anita Sewell to discuss her playful and vibrant art inspired by her chโฆ
- Self-Love and Connection: Nurturing Relationships for Personal and Professional Growth with Analiza Quiroz Wolf
Self-Love and Connection: Nurturing Relationships for Personal and Professional Growth with A naliza Quiroz Wolf Episode 158 Highlights [00:17:50] Networking and building relationships. [00:26:23] The power of pausing. [00:29:10] Living aโฆ
- From Achieving to Being: Unpacking Worthiness with Lauren L.C. Wells
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 comโฆ
- Breaking the Glass Vase: A Story of Transformation and Empowerment with Dima Ghawi
Breaking the Glass Vase: A Story of Transformation and Empowerment Episode 156 with Dima Ghawi Highlights [00:02:33] Advancing individuals in leadership. [00:12:48] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [00:33:06] The pressure to be perfect. In thisโฆ
- 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 shareโฆ
- Becoming Changemakers: Transforming Lives Through Collective Healing with Dr. Dominica McBride
Becoming Changemakers: Transforming Lives Through Collective Healing Episode 154 with Dr. Dominica McBride Topics Discussed [00:08:10] Creating community through healing. [00:08:50] Youth, safety, thriving community economy. [00:21:29] Heaโฆ