Best Amber Howard Podcasts (2024)

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Ella Baker & The Black Freedom Movement with Barbara Ransby and Asha Ransby-Sporn 1:27:47

3d ago1:27:47

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The dynamic and engaging Socialism 2024 conference will meet in Chicago from August 30 through September 2, shortly after the sure-to-be chaotic Democratic National Convention, bringing together thousands of socialists, activists, abolitionists, and organizers from across the country and around the world to name this political moment, build communi…

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Road Trip! This is My Life I’m Talking About with Danny Lyon 58:05

17d ago58:05

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Join me for a classic American road trip with the legendary photographer, photo-journalist, writer, and film-maker Danny Lyon. Danny left the University of Chicago in the 1960s and headed South to join the great Civil Rights Movement, where he became the official photographer of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. We will visit the Black…

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Tea and Reparations with Aaron Hughes and Amber Ginsburg 51:50

1M ago51:50

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Patriotism can never express a common human aspiration nor a universal moral code—if everyone on earth claimed to be a fierce and focused patriot today, 20 % of the world’s people would be Chinese patriots, and only 4.4 % patriotic Americans. Patriotism promises a steady anchor, but it is, in reality, entirely unstable. We note that every human bei…

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The Real Dragon with Stanley Howard 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

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This centennial episode of Under the Tree features an enlightening conversation with Stanley Howard, the legendary jailhouse lawyer and founder of the Death Row 10, a group of African American men on Illinois' death row who organized a powerful campaign from their prison cells to save their lives and to spark a new abolitionist movement decades ago…

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Breathe, Now Push with Jennifer Dohrn 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Every aspect of life in our society is lived on the hard-edge of racial hierarchy and class division—and the American way of birth is no exception. Black maternal mortality is 69.9 per 100,000 live births, nearly 3 times the rate of white women—and that’s only part of the story. We’re delighted to be meeting up at Pilsen Community Books with my mag…

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American Precariat with Zeke Caligiuri 1:05:03

3M ago1:05:03

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Precarious times, phenomenal times. As protests for peace and freedom explode across the country and around the world, we’re searching for and finding democracy in the streets and in the campus encampments, in prison study groups and collectives of artists and writers. We’re honored tonight to be meeting up at our beloved Pilsen Community Books wit…

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Again, Winter with Mark Nowak 59:18

3M ago59:18

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You may already know that 15 US governors recently rejected federal funds available for families who qualify for free school lunches that would provide $120 per child per month through the summer. If you forgot, I get it—your cruelty/stupidity quotient may have reached capacity, and your brain simply couldn’t accommodate one more item. We’re joined…

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Episode 110- Conquering Silent Struggles Through Educational Advocacy with Katie Selby 32:31

3M ago32:31

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Ever imagined turning your deepest struggles into a beacon of hope for others? Katie Shelby, a paraeducator and a warrior who transformed her narrative from silence to advocacy, joins me to share how she conquered language impairment and learning disabilities. Her story is not just one of personal victory but a blueprint for inspiring resilience in…

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Trials to Triumphs Special: Healing the Next Generation 36:50

3M ago36:50

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In this anthology episode, Trials to Triumphs host Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins revisits key insights from this season on generational healing. ABFJ looks back at how actress, comedian, and social justice advocate Amanda Seales learned to set healthy boundaries with her mother and what radical acceptance taught best-selling author Ashley C. For…

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Bresha Webb Knows Her Rainbow Is Coming 42:14

4M ago42:14

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Actress Bresha Webb sees God’s hand in all things. She talks to Ashley about moving through grief with resilience and hope. Two years ago, Bresha lost her father in the midst of filming her hit show, Run the World. Despite the pain of that season, she pushed through believing that goodness would find her on the other side of her grief. Speaking can…

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Rattling the Cages with Eric King and Josh Davidson 54:33

3M ago54:33

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Prison and police abolitionists, rebels and radicals, peace activists and environmental warriors, freedom fighters and dissidents, political prisoners of every type—the voices of dissent and defiance—are gathered together in a dazzling collection from AK Press called Rattling the Cages: Oral Histories of North American Political Prisoners. Join us …

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Trials to Triumphs Special: ABFJ and Friends on the Blessing of Sisterhood 46:41

3M ago46:41

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Trials to Triumphs host Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins is joined by three of her best friends: Angelique, Crystel, and Madison for a special conversation on growth and the beauty of sisterhood. Reflecting on the genesis of their friendships (meeting Crystel in middle school and later, Angelique and Madison at Howard University), the group shares …

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How Dr. Anita Phillips Cultivates “The Garden Within” 45:07

4M ago45:07

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Trauma therapist, life coach, and minister Dr. Anita Phillips believes embracing our emotions with authenticity is crucial to leading a powerful life. She talks to Ashley about the connection between our emotional well-being and our spiritual and physical health. Drawing from her New York Times best-selling book, "The Garden Within," Dr. Anita reve…

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Anatomy of a Jerusalem Tragedy with Nathan Thrall 58:07

4M ago58:07

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As the savagery in Gaza continues unabated, we’re deeply honored to be joined from Jerusalem by the brilliant writer Nathan Thrall for a conversation about his latest book, A Day in the Life of Abed Salama: Anatomy of a Jerusalem Tragedy. Here in one family facing one heartbreaking moment, we experience Israeli apartheid up-close and personal—its e…

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Episode 109 - Triumphs of the Human Spirit with Lisa Jo Barr 40:41

4M ago40:41

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When life throws curveballs, some strike out, while others, like Lisa Jo Barr, knock it out of the park. Her incredible saga unfolds in our latest episode, riveting listeners with tales of surviving domestic violence and addiction, and transforming those battles into a legacy of hope and healing. Lisa Jo's openness about her escape into foster care…

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Franchesca Ramsey on Moving Forward With Ease 45:11

4M ago45:11

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Actor, writer, and speaker Franchesca Ramsey no longer believes in forcing opportunities. Franchesca talks to Ashley about the importance of pursuing alignment and ease in her career. Franchesca describes how the support she received from her parents as a child nurturing multiple creative passions continues to serve her today. She opens up about ho…

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SPECIAL EDITION: Primary Election Voting with Girl, I Guess & InJustice Watch 36:06

4M ago36:06

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For voters in Chicago it’s been a strenuous non-stop election cycle for the last couple of years. We're all tired and burned out – but as always, we must carry on! So as we head into the last weekend before the election, we offer up this incentive to get those among us motivated and informed about why this election, while not changing the world - d…

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Honesty Is Amanda Seales’ Superpower 44:27

5M ago44:27

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Actress, comedian, and social justice advocate Amanda Seales has never been afraid of speaking the truth. In this candid conversation, Amanda talks to Ashley about the cost of being honest. Recalling a classroom experience in which she corrected her teacher, Amanda reveals she learned early that speaking up for what she believed in can sometimes ma…

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Community as Resistance with Rashid Khalidi 1:06:55

4M ago1:06:55

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Chicagoland area is home to more Palestinians than anywhere else in the U.S., with over 18,000 living in Cook County alone. The Palestinian community has led powerful protests that have led to Chicago becoming the largest city in the country to endorse a ceasefire resolution. It is in the midst of this atmosphere that we gathered for an urgent exch…

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Hannah Fallis Bronfman Dreams Without Limits 44:34

5M ago44:34

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Wellness entrepreneur and angel investor Hannah Fallis Bronfman has never “lived in a box.” Hannah talks to Ashley about harnessing her potential and allowing herself to expand beyond her wildest dreams. As a young girl growing up biracial in New York City, Hannah’s parents taught her there were no limitations on what she could do or dream and that…

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Episode 108 - Fostering Resilience in Teens with Keri Cooper 36:56

5M ago36:56

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Have you ever wondered how intertwining nourishment, rest, and movement can profoundly shape adolescent minds? This week, we sit down with Keri Cooper, a holistic psychotherapist with a treasure trove of insights into the layered world of teen mental health. Her rich experience and perspectives, detailed in her book "Mental Health Uncensored," prov…

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Charity Lawson on the Magic of Opportunity 44:24

5M ago44:24

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Dancing with the Stars finalist and star of the Bachelorette Charity Lawson is living out her wildest dreams. Charity talks to Ashley about creating a vision board full of future goals. While Charity had bold dreams in mind, she never could’ve imagined the year she eventually experienced. After being nominated to compete on The Bachelor by a close …

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Guilty of Journalism with Kevin Gosztola 54:35

5M ago54:35

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Julian Assange who founded WikiLeaks in 2006 went on to win multiple awards for his investigative journalism covering, among other stories, political killings in Kenya and social unrest in Tibet. Assange came to wide international attention in 2010 when WikiLeaks published a series of leaks from US Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning, includi…

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Episode 107- Breaking Free from the Bonds of Trauma with Stephany Ann 50:27

5M ago50:27

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Have you ever witnessed a phoenix rising from the ashes? Stephany Ann personifies that rebirth, a warrior who emerged stronger from the fires of adversity. Her odyssey from enduring domestic violence and personal tragedies to becoming an attorney, speaker, author, and EFT practitioner is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Join us as Stephany reveals h…

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How Lena Waithe’s Dreams Made Room For Her 40:24

5M ago40:24

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Emmy-winning writer, producer, and actor Lena Waithe has always relentlessly pursued her dreams. Ashley and Lena talk about meeting over a decade ago and the growth they’ve experienced in their friendship since their early days in Los Angeles. While Lena initially desired to pursue a career in television writing, the opportunity to star in Netflix’…

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Why Gail Bean Counts Her Blessings 44:37

5M ago44:37

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Actress Gail Bean is trading frustration for gratitude. Gail talks to Ashley about the challenge of navigating 2023. After enduring the actor’s strike, a breakup, and saying goodbye to her hit show Snowfall, Gail found herself walking through a dark valley of uncertainty. It was difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel in the face of so …

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Care with Premilla Nadasen 59:01

5M ago59:01

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The brutality of capitalism is apparent in every direction: war, invasion, and occupation throughout the world; militarized police forces at home; super-exploitation at the point of production; the looming catastrophic climate collapse; the banality of evil in the increasingly pervasive carceral state. Capitalism willfully and skillfully nurtures o…

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Episode 106 - The Dance of Authenticity with Sapha Heckman 56:37

6M ago56:37

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Sapha Heakman, the radiant force behind Your Soulful Goddess, joins me on a journey that's as transformative as it is enlightening. Weaving through Sapha's past struggles with an eating disorder, we uncover how she blossomed into a guiding light for women on their quest for a fulfilling, love-rich life. This conversation isn't just a recount of per…

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How Melanie Liburd Makes Herself Proud 44:46

6M ago44:46

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Actress Melanie Liburd knows how to fight for what she needs. She tells Ashley taking her craft into her own hands as a budding actress was one of her greatest acts of self-care. In the early stages of her career, Melanie struggled to juggle multiple auditions during Hollywood’s ‘pilot season hustle.’ Having recently moved from London to Los Angele…

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What Teyonah Parris Understands About the Magnitude of a Miracle 44:53

6M ago44:53

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Actress Teyonah Parris knows the power of co-creating with God. In this heartfelt conversation, she talks to Ashley about the process of nurturing a God-given dream. Comparing the experience of believing before seeing to walking through a pregnancy, Teyonah shares how she learned to activate her faith and remain expectant. She also discusses the im…

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Investigating Apartheid with Omar Shaktir 1:00:44

6M ago1:00:44

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As Israel’s crimes against humanity multiply and mass death and indiscriminate destruction escalates, as the world unites around a near-universal call to stop the genocide against the Palestinian people and militant resistance to US complicity deepens here at home, we are fortunate to be joined by Omar Shakir, Israel and Palestine Director at Human…

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Episode 105 - Transforming Obstacles into Triumphs with Michelle Steiner 34:59

6M ago34:59

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When Michelle Steiner recounts her journey of transforming from someone struggling with learning disabilities to a powerful advocate and beacon of hope, you can't help but be drawn into her world of resilience and empowerment. As I, Amber Howard, sit across from this extraordinary disability writer and paraeducator, we unravel the tapestry of her l…

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April Ryan Made History Asking the Right Questions 39:46

6M ago39:46

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White House correspondent and author April Ryan has always used her voice for good. April talks to Ashley about discovering her purpose in one of America’s most prestigious political institutions. As a young girl from Baltimore, Maryland, April constantly fought to overcome adversity and being underestimated. Reflecting on her early days at the Whi…

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Karen Pittman Aligns Herself With Abundance 44:04

6M ago44:04

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Actress Karen Pittman no longer subscribes to a scarcity mindset. The Nashville native talks to Ashley about learning to align herself with abundance and claiming what was rightfully hers. Karen describes the major transitions of her life including shifting from the cutthroat financial world to attending NYU’s prestigious acting program...while pre…

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SPECIAL: All Eyes on Palestine 1:17:22

6M ago1:17:22

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As Israel continues to execute its pre-announced genocide of the Palestinian people, ethnically cleanses Gaza, and attempts to liquidate an enclosure that they themselves created, everyone of goodwill around the world is calling for a ceasefire. As of now 22,000 Palestinians have been murdered, close to 2,000,000 displaced in Gaza, countless hospit…

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Brandi Sellerz-Jackson Thrives in Community 42:34

7M ago42:34

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Doula and author Brandi Sellerz-Jackson understands the power of sharing our stories in community. She talks to Ashley about growing up in Alabama and functioning in survival mode. When she found the courage to revisit her childhood trauma in therapy later in life, Brandi discovered that healing happens in community. Brandi also discusses her work …

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Episode 104 - From Bakery to Breathwork with Jenny 45:28

7M ago45:28

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Ever find yourself wondering how the smallest of whispers from the universe can steer you onto an entirely new life path? Join me, Amber Howard, as I sit down with the remarkable Jenny Cheifetz, whose own journey from home-based bakery entrepreneur to life and breathwork coach epitomizes the transformative power of heeding those gentle nudges. We u…

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Wendy Raquel Robinson is “Dreaming Awake” 44:02

7M ago44:02

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Award-winning actress Wendy Raquel Robinson has learned how to sit in her dreams. The South-Central LA native talks to Ashley about the defining moments in her life and career; from her early days taking the stage at Howard University to starring in the long-running hit series, The Game. No stranger to the grind of the entertainment business, Wendy…

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Survival and Resistance with Janie Paul 1:12:49

7M ago1:12:49

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In this episode we’ll be heading over to the dazzling Pilsen Community Books, a regular stop on our freedom tour, for a conversation with Janie Paul, Professor Emerita at the School of Art and Design at the University of Michigan, and curator and co-founder with her late husband, Buzz Alexander, of the Exhibitions of Artists in Michigan Prisons, a …

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Why Samara Joy Embraces a Rhythm of Rest 44:04

7M ago44:04

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Grammy Award-winning jazz singer Samara Joy accomplished a major feat when she was awarded Best New Artist at the 2023 Grammys. But just two months later, she realized her newfound success came with new challenges. Samara talks to Ashley about prioritizing rest in the midst of walking in her purpose. She also shares the importance of taking breaks …

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Episode 103 - Navigating the Complexities of AI and Personal Growth with Joey Lowery 52:45

7M ago52:45

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Have you ever witnessed someone leap from the security of a steady job into the thrilling abyss of entrepreneurship? Joey Lowery's tale isn't just about that leap—it's a testament to building a digital marketing empire grounded in the bedrock of ethics and transparency. As founder of MediaShark, Joey offers an invigorating narrative filled with the…

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Model Achieng Agutu is Stepping into Her “Grounded Era” 43:15

7M ago43:15

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Blogger and model Achieng Agutu no longer lives within societal confines. The self-proclaimed “Confidence Queen” talks to Ashley about learning to love herself and confidently step into her power. As a child growing up in Kisumu, Kenya, Achieng knew all about the unwritten rules dictating how women in that society should behave. But as she grew old…

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Palestine on my Mind 35:31

7M ago35:31

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Images from Gaza crowd into the available space, disrupting sleep, shattering the calm, demanding to be taken into account. Dead children and babies piled upon one another, body parts littering a hell-scape of demolished homes and apartment buildings, collapsed bridges and towers, refugee centers burned to the ground, hospitals in utter ruin. This …

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Episode 102 - Turning Trauma into Triumph with Navi Bliss 40:37

7M ago40:37

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Picture yourself in the shoes of a person who has endured a lifetime of abuse. How would you find self-worth and love in the midst of such circumstances? Navi Bliss, our guest for today's episode, has walked this path and bravely shares her experiences of healing from abuse and finding love not from external factors - but within herself. A love and…

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Angelica Ross Turns Privilege into Power 43:27

8M ago43:27

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Emmy-nominated actress and Human Rights Advocate, Angelica Ross uses her privilege for purpose. Angelica talks to Ashley about embracing her essence and fighting for what she believes in despite the cost. When a series of unfortunate events led to a fallout with one of Hollywood’s most powerful producers, Angelica chose not to buckle and bend under…

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Episode 101 - Energetic Healing and Authentic Living with Tom and Janette Burns 51:18

8M ago51:18

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For all those who've been seeking an oasis of calm amid the chaos of life, you will want to grab a seat for this one. We're turning the spotlight on the amazing Tom Burns and Janette O'Neill Burns, founders of Energetic Armor and highly accomplished energy healers who have actualized their transformation into a movement for societal change. They sh…

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Sanya Richards-Ross Knows the Power of Prayer and Preparation 42:46

8M ago42:46

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Four-time Olympic gold medalist and star of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, Sanya Richards-Ross talks to Ashley about understanding the power of the tongue. From predicting her Olympic win at the age of nine, to preparing herself to retire from track and field, prayer and preparation have served Sanya in powerful ways throughout her life. Sanya als…

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Episode 100 - Unleashing Creativity and Living Authentically: A Journey of Growth with Nina Ganguli 27:18

8M ago27:18

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Three years ago, we started the podcast with our very first guest, the brilliant Nina Ganguli. Now, for our 100th episode, we're thrilled to have her back! A lot can change in three years; this episode is a testament to that. We've all grown and evolved - personally and professionally - and this conversation dives into the heart of that journey. We…

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Coming Together as Things Fall Apart with Astra Taylor 48:57

8M ago48:57

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Charles Dickens would recognize our predicament at once: the winter of despair and the spring of hope; an age of foolishness and an age of wisdom; Darkness in combat with Light. Life is never one thing isolated from every other thing; a lot of things can be—and are—happening at once. Contradiction—the dynamic, noisy, frenetic magnificence of life a…

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Nicole Byer Is True to Herself 41:27

8M ago41:27

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Comedian and actress Nicole Byer’s superpower is authenticity. In this candid conversation, Nicole talks to Ashley about gratitude, discovering her creative voice, and being unapologetically herself. Despite the entertainment industry’s subjective and fickle nature, Nicole has always trusted her brand of funny. The Emmy-nominated host emphasizes th…

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