Welcome to Shaping Freedom the show where we aim to give you actionable insight into better showing up for yourself and your community. Striving to be the best version of yourself has been one of the golden rules of life. However, like most things in life, this rule is much easier said than done. So how can we be greater than the stresses, anxietie…

Welcome to Shaping Freedom, I’m your host Lisane Basquiat. A question that we all need to be asking is how we can find the balance in the passion and purpose that drives us all. How do we find true fulfillment in all aspects of our lives? Today we are welcoming Robert Young, a legacy filmmaker, host of the Bright and Shining Podcast, and founder of…

Today, on Shaping Freedom, I sit down with author, speaker, mother, and someone so full of love and wisdom, Abby Kamen. Coming hot off the release of her new book Generation We, we discuss how trauma can affect us all. While not all trauma may be created equal, we are all equal in the baggage that we carry in the aftermath of our pasts. In this pow…

Today, on Shaping Freedom, I have the honor of welcoming an incredible athlete, NLP practitioner, and personal friend, Chukky Okobi. Chukky isn’t your typical mental and spiritual guide, at least not on the surface. Chukky started his career as an NFL player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but after his time in the professional sports world, he felt t…

Today on Shaping Freedom, we ask what it means to support creators as they step into the world of business. For too long, artists and creatives have found themselves left out of the world of business acumen, including the marketing and the finances around their work. Enter Ian Davis, Founder of Age of the Creative. Davis founded his consultancy wit…

Welcome to Shaping Freedom, I’m your host Lisane Basquiat. When you think of hip-hop, a common image is that of a “hard” man who is strong, stoic, and above all else, perfect. However, we both know this isn’t possible. Men struggle with the same mental health challenges we all struggle with. Today, I sit down with Shanti Das founder of Silence the …

In this episode’s conversation with Antonio Neves, we explore some of the most pressing issues affecting modern men–and women. We talk about how to get out of that comfort zone that’s leaving you unfulfilled and find alignment through community, self-exploration, and a little time in nature. Antonio’s newest book, Stop Living on Autopilot, is an in…

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Raquel Martin, a licensed clinical psychologist and professor at Tennessee State University and Host of the “Mind Ya Mental Podcast,” Dr. Martin's work extends beyond academia and what drew me to a conversation with her is that she openly states that she believes deeply in the power of black…

Welcome to Shaping Freedom the show where we aim to give you actionable insight into better showing up for yourself and your community. Social Media has replaced our TV, news, and entertainment in so many ways. However, how do we stop feeling burnt out when our careers become overwhelming and there is always more content to make and consume? Today,…

We’re back for part-two of our cute lil two-pack centered around gathering, and in this episode we’re taking TIME to figure out what do we actually want our summer to look like. From work obligations and career ambitions to juggling side hustles while staying #1 in the group chat we’re burning the candle at both ends and this conversation is center…

Welcome to Shaping Freedom! We’re coming back with an all new season to share the stories, lessons, and ideas that will expand your knowledge and reframe how you show up for your community. Join Lisane Basquiat and Executive Producer Ryan Tillotson as they give you a preview of what to expect in this season of Shaping Freedom.…

A LOT has happened over this past year and your faves are BACK, spinning the block and here to talk about it ALL...just in time for summer. We’re looking good, festival season is in full swing. We’re outside-outside (not a typo - we’re living) and we have a lot to get into in the first part of this two-part episode centered around gathering, in all…

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In this two-part episode of Shaping Freedom, Lisane interviews Kevin Powell, a poet with Jersey roots and a Grammy nomination tucked under his belt, about family, resilience, and his album, "Grocery Shopping with My Mother," birthed from real-life trips to the store with his ailing mom. Listen as we explore love, health, and his surprise Grammy nom…

In this two-part episode of Shaping Freedom, Lisane interviews Kevin Powell, a poet with Jersey roots and a Grammy nomination tucked under his belt, about family, resilience, and his album, "Grocery Shopping with My Mother," birthed from real-life trips to the store with his ailing mom. Listen as we explore love, health, and his surprise Grammy nom…

For the first time ever the Basquiat family has opened the estate’s vault and given us the opportunity to see hundreds of never before seen works from the late great Jean-Michel Basquiat. Led by his sisters Jeanine Heriveaux and Lisane Basquiat, the Jean-Michel King Pleasure exhibit showcases rare and never before seen pieces by the late artist. In…

This week I speak with Stephanie Mitchell, a wellness and fitness instructor and founder of The Rolling Mat, which has worked with several companies since 2016. She’s helped several companies and teams on their personal wellness journey in turn creating a healthy work-life balance for them. We discuss her inward reflection, self-discovery, entrepre…

Shape Your Foundation 3-Day Retreat: The Women in the Family In this episode of Shaping Freedom, host Lisane Basquiat interviews Dr. Salvatore Forcina, an accomplished doctor and author of The American Doctor. Dr. Forcina shares his inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and achieving the American Dream through education, hard work, and resilience…

Shape Your Foundation 3-Day Retreat: The Women in the Family In this week’s conversation with Hannah Summerhill we explore her insights on how we can all work to overcome the barriers that prevent us from having conversations on race, inequity, and how to best navigate these issues while creating more inclusive and equitable communities. Her new bo…

Shape Your Foundation 3-Day Retreat: The Women in the Family In this episode of Shaping Freedom, Lisane Basquiat is joined by Ruby Warrington, author of "Sober Curious," "The Sober Curious Reset," and her latest book, "Women Without Kids," to discuss the intersections of sobriety, redefining motherhood, and finding freedom in our choices. The conve…

This week I’m joined by the wellness guru, founder, speaker, and fellow human, Tai Beauchamp. After leaving a career in publishing, Tai decided to pursue her entrepreneurial heart and follow her desire to help women of color to connect and care for themselves. We’ll talk about Tai’s journey from her impressive journey in publishing to the founding …

This week I’m joined by Oliver Chittenden, the founder of Head Talks, a site that gathers hundreds of educational and inspirational stories about the different ways people care for their mental and emotional well-being. The site has been dubbed TED Talks for the mind. We’re talking about how to build your own toolbox for your mental and emotional h…

This week’s conversation is with Steve Simms, a Brooklyn born brother of color who is leveraging his own journey from anger and hitting rock bottom to help other men, like himself, to a greater level of self-awareness, personal growth, and the achievement of their personal goals. He brings personal insights and his own self-improvement approaches t…

Close your eyes... let's throw it back to the OG salon - the days of hot combs, “hold your ear,” and your momma's attempt at your favorite styles that NEVER came out right. Now let's jump to the present…we now have products designed for our texture, “click-to-ship” lace fronts, ombre micro links, exotic bundles, and hefty deposits to book your favo…

This week I spoke with Stephanie Singleton, owner and founder of Prana Wellness. Today we discuss how she started her personal wellness journey after her work started affecting her health when she hit peak burnout through her self-reflection and spiritual journey learning about meditation, yoga, and breathwork to manage stress. You can find more in…

Pop Quiz: What is the one hairstyle that had Black women in a chokehold? Think about it! Ok, let's go down memory lane. The Go Off, Sis crew is throwing it back to their favorite styles, hair moments, and how they could never get that "hair bump" right! In this episode, we are talking about our personal relationship with our hair and the influence …

My conversation this week is with Stu Massengill, a renowned life coach and personal development speaker that has inspired millions through his seminars and events. He has worked with the one of the top personal development coaches in the world, Tony Robbins, as a National Speaker and Peak Performance Advisor for over 10 years and hosts his own pod…

Dating + relationships + hair combined can be as complicated and stressful as securing Renaissance tickets. Today, we're going into taboo subjects surrounding romance and appearance. The Go Off, Sis crew is going IN and asking serious questions about Black women and hair: When do we put the bonnet on in front of a "new" bae? When do we reveal the “…

This week I’m joined by corporate inclusion visionary and author, Deepa Purushothaman. A former senior partner at Deloitte, Deepa spent more than 20 years helping clients grow. She was the first woman of color and one of the youngest people to make partner in the firm’s history. From the outside, everything looked like it was going well. But a seve…

This week I’m speaking with fashion designer and motivational coach Destinee Macklin or “Mack the Tailor.” Her focus on custom tailoring applies not only to the clothes her clients wear, but also to the habits and thoughts that rule their day to day lives. We’ll talk about how Destinee went from being a detective in the Baltimore Police Department …

Hey Sis, WE'RE BACK!!! During this capsule edition of Go Off, Sis, presented by Dove, we are giving homage to the epicenter of Black hair. Today we're talking about the "BIG CHOP". The “Big Chop” has been a major expression for Black women that symbolizes release, expression, freedom, and discovery. So we think it's time to Cut It Off, Sis! Whether…

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Did you miss us?! Because we've certainly missed you! The Unbothered team is BACK for a special edition of Go Off, Sis. This (mini) capsule season will give homage to the epicenter of Black culture - the hair salon. Our salons have been more than a safe space for style and beauty but a sanctuary for confidence, therapy, hot topics, fellowship, and …

Dasho Tshering Tobgay is the former Prime Minister of Bhutan, the Himalayan country once isolated from the rest of the world, but which in recent decades has been pursuing the idea of measuring ‘gross national happiness’. This idea goes beyond the traditional pursuit of economic growth and takes into account the country’s environment and culture. D…

Hear some of the inspiring people who've spoken to Head Talks:Lisane Basquiat, life strategistJohn Sanei, author, speaker, strategistKeri-Anne Payne, Olympic swimmerDasho Tshering Tobgay, former Prime Minister of BhutanMark & Maddy Austin, journalist and daughter recovered from eating disorderSir Ian Cheshire, senior businessmanKristin Neff, psycho…

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Lisane Basquiat, the founder of Shaping Freedom, grew up in an immigrant Haitian family in Brooklyn. She and her siblings — including the artist, Jean-Michel Basquiat — were expected to succeed in conventional ways. Her brother took his own creative path. Lisane, who is an entrepreneur and a life strategist, followed a conventional corporate route …

This week I am joined by a special guest and longtime friend Luke Iorio. Luke is the former CEO of IPEC, the professional institute of coaching where I obtained my certification many years ago. He is now a coach and entrepreneur, and he currently hosts his own podcast called “On this Walk.” After going through what he refers to as an “epic burnout …

This week I’m joined by Keith Mitchell, a former professional football player in the NFL and now a meditation, yoga, and mindfulness teacher focused on sustainable living practices and whole body health. After a spinal injury forced him to retire from his professional sports career, Keith was forced to reimagine his life. Since then, he has spent t…

This week I’m joined by Jadah Sellner, host of the Lead with Love® podcast, best-selling author, business coach, TEDx speaker, poet and entrepreneur. With her anti-hustle philosophy, Jadah helps people avoid burnout while building businesses that can flourish and focus on the humans behind the business.On today’s episode we are diving into hustle c…

This week I’m joined by Dr. Robert Enright, a pioneering force in the scientific study of forgiveness and a professor in educational psychology at the University of Wisconsin Madison. Over the last nearly 40 years, he and his colleagues have developed a pathway to forgiveness that has helped people who have endured severe personal and societal trau…

Whether we’re adding the key ingredient to that secret family dish or being the key ingredient in our communities, Black women have the recipe! As we prepare to gather around the table this holiday season it’s time to talk about how we nurture ourselves and how our food nourishes our mind, body and soul. In this episode, we're also taking a look at…

With Summer ghosting us, Fall sending “you up?” texts and America doing America we ask ourselves: Is it time to slide? Black people across the globe are leaving urban areas and going rural and remote to find peace and balance: So should we? On this episode we’re packing bags and figuring out where do we want to live, is it safe for us there and wha…

We are back with part two of Invest in Thyself. We hope you made those deposits to grow your personal, platonic and romantic portfolios. But today, let’s cue the 90’s soundtrack, "Let’s talk about Sex, Baby!" Black women, have been over-sexualized for decades, yet understanding pleasure and sexual exploration remains taboo. Today, we are pushing bo…

Is it time to cash in!? Today, we are going to the bank, in a two-part series called Invest in ThySelf! As the season changes and the days become shorter, it is inevitable that we will hear the phrase CUFFING SEASON. We are kicking off, part one of “Invest In Thyself,” discussing and rethinking how we invest in interpersonal and external connection…

Whether, it’s Serena with the left, Simone with the flip or Sha’Carri with the swift, Black women continue to put in the work within sports and the culture. Flowers are far overdue and the list continues to grow as Black women put in both mental and physical sweat, equity and labor within the sports industry. On this episode, we're shedding light o…

The Unbothered crew is shaking the table as we enter a new season. Some might call it The Season of Toxicity, some may call it The Summer of Scams, The Fall of the Finesse or A Season of Reparations. Whatever, you call it.....tis this season to live your best life, sis! No matter what side of the table you are on - scams are always around us, and a…

There’s no arguing the fact that the #softlife is trending. Are you having a soft girl summer? And, what are the ingredients for a soft life? Is it a bubble bath with herbal tea or a first-class trip to the Maldives? On this episode, we are defining the soft life. The Unbothered team will break down the stigma of Strong Black Women, and share how w…

Are you REALLY good, Sis??? We are back for part two of this Black wellness check series and we're going a little deeper this time. Today, we are having a conversation around self sabotage, self evaluation, and personal development. Because, sometimes we are the drama! The Unbothered crew discusses everything from toxic traits, how they show up in …

While working in stressful jobs, Anastasia Dedyukhina realised that smartphones, and the pressure to be ‘always on’, were doing her harm. She tried an experiment: giving up her smartphone altogether and going back to a more offline way of life. The experience inspired her to found Consciously Digital, a network of coaches who help others to find a …