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Black Women Amplified is where culture, creativity, and real life converge. Hosted by Monica Wisdom, this show delivers in-depth conversations and inspiring interviews with women who are expanding the conversation...
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Black Women Amplified is where culture, creativity, and real life converge. Hosted by Monica Wisdom, this show delivers in-depth conversations and inspiring interviews with women who are expanding the conversation through art, entertainment, empowerment, and personal evolution.
From behind-the-scenes insights to bold storytelling, each episode invites you to slow down, listen in, and tap into the brilliance of women forging new paths. This is more than a podcast; it’s a vibe, a space, and a movement.
Podcast Credits:
Host: Monica Wisdom
Executive Producer: Monica Wisdom
Writer/ Researcher: Monica Wisdom
Sound Editor: SOM
Music/ Theme Composer: Osunlade
Booking Agent: BWA Media
Social Media/Brand Manager: Monica Wisdom
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From behind-the-scenes insights to bold storytelling, each episode invites you to slow down, listen in, and tap into the brilliance of women forging new paths. This is more than a podcast; it’s a vibe, a space, and a movement.
Podcast Credits:
Host: Monica Wisdom
Executive Producer: Monica Wisdom
Writer/ Researcher: Monica Wisdom
Sound Editor: SOM
Music/ Theme Composer: Osunlade
Booking Agent: BWA Media
Social Media/Brand Manager: Monica Wisdom
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21 OCT 2025 · In this episode of Black Women Amplified, we sit down with Jayne Allen, the bestselling author of the acclaimed Black Girls Must trilogy, a series that has captured the hearts of readers around the world. Jayne shares her journey from Harvard-trained attorney to bestselling novelist, turning her brilliance, purpose, and creativity into a powerful storytelling career.
You will hear about her collaboration with Malcolm D. Lee, the visionary filmmaker behind The Best Man franchise, and what it was like joining forces to expand one of the most beloved stories in Black culture into a new literary experience. Jayne also opens up about what is next in the Jayne Allen Universe, from new projects to empowering the next generation of authors through her education platform, Book Genius.
This conversation is for every Black woman who is ready to own her story, claim her voice, and build a legacy rooted in creativity and courage. In this episode, you will hear:
- Jayne’s journey from Harvard Law to bestselling author
- The creative collaboration with Malcolm D. Lee on The Best Man book series
- How she built the Black Girls Must Die Exhausted trilogy into a global phenomenon
- The business and purpose behind her storytelling empire
- Insights into Book Genius and how she helps aspiring authors navigate publishing
- What is next in the Jayne Allen Universe
About Jayne Allen:
Jayne Allen is the bestselling author of Black Girls Must Die Exhausted, Black Girls Must Be Magic, Black Girls Must Have It All, and The Most Wonderful Time. She is also the co-author of The Best Man book series, inspired by the beloved film and television franchise created by Malcolm D. Lee.
A graduate of Duke University and Harvard Law School, Jayne is the founder of Book Genius, where she helps authors master the art and business of publishing. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Essence, Good Morning America, USA Today, and more.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you stream your favorite shows.
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10 OCT 2025 · Stephanie Perry is a force of nature. What started as her personal leap of faith to move abroad has grown into a global movement of nearly 30,000 Black women redefining what freedom looks like. In this inspiring episode of Black Women Amplified, we dive into Stephanie’s story, from house-sitting across continents to co-founding the powerful ExodUS Summit, a worldwide community helping Black women create sustainable lives overseas.
This conversation is an invitation to dream bigger, live bolder, and take your place in the world. We explore what it means to live abroad with intention and how to build the mindset, systems, and income streams that make global freedom possible. In this episode, we discuss:
- How Stephanie supported herself while house-sitting full-time across multiple countries
- What it really takes to transition from a nomadic lifestyle to planting roots in Bogotá
- How ExodUS Summit helps women earn money online, retire early, and sustain a life abroad
- The mental, emotional, and practical preparation needed to thrive overseas
This isn’t just about moving away. It’s about expanding your vision, reclaiming your time, and living life on your own terms anywhere in the world.
🌐 Join the Movement:
Over 1,500 women have already registered for ExodUS Summit, happening virtually October 10–13.
If you’re ready to learn how to fund your freedom and design a sustainable life overseas, this is where your journey begins. 🎟 Sign up at: http://www.blackwomenamplified.com/freedom Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
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30 SEP 2025 · Join us as we welcome the incomparable Marisha Wallace, Broadway and West End star, powerhouse vocalist, and trailblazer in theatre. From her debut in Aladdin to starring roles in Dreamgirls, Waitress, Hairspray, Oklahoma!, and Guys and Dolls, Marisha has built a career that defies limits.
We dive into her journey from North Carolina to London’s West End and Broadway, her return to Broadway in Cabaret, and her groundbreaking performances that have earned Olivier Award nominations. Discover the story behind her new live album, Live in London, recorded at the legendary Adelphi Theatre, and hear about her collaborations with top songwriters, performances for royalty, and on-screen appearances in Netflix’s Jingle Jangle and Disney’s Aladdin.
Marisha shares her insights on resilience, faith, and the courage it takes to pursue your dreams on the world’s biggest stages. This episode is packed with inspiration for theatre lovers, Broadway fans, and anyone chasing their creative dreams. Listen now to experience Marisha Wallace’s story, music, and artistry.
Links & Resources:
- Listen to Live in London: [Available on all digital platforms]
- Join the Queens Clubhouse on Patreon: https://queen.blackwomenamplified.com
- Explore merch, blog, and newsletter: https://www.blackwomenamplified.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
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15 AUG 2025 · Episode Rewind
Jasmine Nevels is a rising mogul. From executive to entrepreneur, she has made her mark in the coffee industry.
Tune in to hear her story as she embodies what it means to bet on yourself, especially during this renaissance era for Black women.
Don’t forget to check out and purchase our journals, t-shirts, and caps at http://www.blackwomenamplified.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
11 JUL 2025 · In this episode, Monica Wisdom explores the importance of finding an aligned community as part of living a soft, purposeful life. Too often, we stay connected out of history, tradition, or guilt, but not alignment. Monica invites listeners to reflect on the people around them and consider: Are these my people, or just the ones I’ve always known? Through personal stories, cultural insights, and thoughtful critique, this conversation examines how technology, social shifts, and emotional disconnection are shaping our relationships and how we can return to the sacred act of community-building with clarity, care, and gentleness. In This Episode:
- Why longevity isn’t always the same as alignment
- How nostalgia can keep us stuck in old identities
- Why community rooted in shared direction, not shared history, matters more than ever
- The impact of digital culture and the loneliness epidemic
- How softness invites reconnection, realignment, and soul-rooted belonging
Mentioned in This Episode:
Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation – U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy (2023)
Softlife Reset – Audio Workshop
Reconnect with your inner voice and reclaim your truth.
https://learn.blackwomenamplified.com/b/K9tv2
The Soft Life Blueprint Journal
A guided journal to help you reflect, align, and live with purpose.
https://monca-wisdom-global.kit.com/products/the-soft-life-blueprint-5-steps-to-r
Today’s LifeCode™ Questions:
You don't have to walk alone. Your people are your mirror, your medicine, and your momentum. Like this episode?
Please forward it to someone who’s been walking with you, or someone you’re ready to walk beside. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
11 JUL 2025 · 🎙 Monica Wisdom Podcast
EPISODE 3: You Were Never an Imposter – Naming What’s True
LifeCode™: I am not an imposter—I am evidence of what’s possible.
Episode Summary:
This episode is a conversation about letting go of a story that was never ours. The idea of “Imposter Syndrome” has followed many of us into spaces where we belong, even though the term wasn’t created with us in mind. Monica reflects on the original essay that coined the phrase, why it doesn’t apply to the lived experience of Black women, and offers a new lens. She shares how systems, not self-doubt, shape the pressure we feel and how we can begin to release the internalized need to prove ourselves. If you’ve ever felt like you had to do more, be more, or explain more just to be seen, this episode offers a reframing rooted in truth and liberation.
In This Episode:
- Why the term Imposter Syndrome isn’t a fit for our lived experience
- How the pressure to prove is connected to systemic racism, not personal failure
- The emotional cost of carrying doubt in spaces we helped build
- Reframing the inner voice we inherited from systems that were never built for us
- A return to self-worth through softness, truth, and presence
Mentioned in This Episode:
The Impostor Phenomenon in High Achieving Women by Pauline R. Clance & Suzanne A. Imes (1978)
https://www.paulineroseclance.com/pdf/ip_high_achieving_women.pdf
Reframe Your Narrative – Audio Workshop
To begin shifting the story you tell yourself.
https://learn.blackwomenamplified.com/b/K9tv2
The Soft Life Blueprint Journal
Reflect. Reclaim. Reframe. A journal for your next chapter.
https://monca-wisdom-global.kit.com/products/the-soft-life-blueprint-5-steps-to-r Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
3 JUL 2025 · Episode 2: Feeling Is a Superpower
LifeCode™: My emotions are not a weakness; they are a compass.
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Monica Wisdom invites us to stop numbing and start listening. For many Black women, feelings were something to manage, not something to honor. But emotion is not the enemy. It’s information. Monica explores how we were taught to suppress our emotional world and how healing begins when we let ourselves feel, fully and freely. This conversation is a reminder that vulnerability isn’t a flaw; it’s a superpower.
Key Takeaways:
- Suppressing emotion can lead to disconnection and burnout
- Feeling is how we process, heal, and reconnect with ourselves
- Softness includes emotional honesty and compassion for our full range of expression
Citations & Further Reading:
1. Brené Brown – Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experiencehttps://amzn.to/40cMv4Y
2. Tricia Hersey – Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto https://amzn.to/3HVctnh
3. Resmaa Menakem – My Grandmother's Handshttps://amzn.to/4eesz7w
Let’s Stay Connected:
If this episode spoke to your spirit, please share it with your sister circle. Tag @MonicaWisdom and tell us what your softness looks like today.
To go deeper, download the tools above and subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss the next episode in this transformational series. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
26 JUN 2025 · We are beyond excited to welcome back the brilliant Jayne Allen to the Black Women Amplified podcast! Jayne, the mastermind behind the bestselling Black Girl Magic trilogy, returns to share insight into her latest literary creation, The Most Wonderful Time.
In this episode, she introduces us to two captivating new characters and invites us into a fresh adventure that’s just as enchanting and powerful as her previous work. Following the success of her debut novel Black Girls Must Die Exhausted, which she self-published after being turned down by traditional publishers.
Jayne has gone on to sell over 800,000 copies, secure a four-book deal, see her work translated into multiple languages, and land a television production deal. Her success is a masterclass in believing in your vision, betting on yourself, and doing the work. But Jayne’s story goes far beyond the page.
She’s a Harvard Law graduate, a successful entrepreneur, and a former music executive who once worked with legends like Lady Gaga and Prince. She’s truly a renaissance woman, one who continues to write stories that center Black women in all their complexity, brilliance, and humanity. In this episode, we explore:
- The inspiration behind The Most Wonderful Time
- Jayne’s creative process and storytelling evolution
- How self-publishing changed her life
- Her journey from debut author to TV deals and global acclaim
- What it really takes to build a literary empire from the ground up
This is a conversation about purpose, resilience, and what happens when Black women trust their voice and honor their magic. Order The Most Wonderful Time on Amazo: https://amzn.to/3SUP0Wa
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Visit https://www.blackwomenamplified.com to explore our blog, grab your official merch, and sign up for updates.
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#BlackWomenAmplified #JayneAllen #BlackGirlsMustDieExhausted #TheMostWonderfulTime #BlackGirlMagicBooks #BlackWomenWriters #SelfPublishingSuccess #LiteraryEmpire #WomenWhoWrite #MonicaWisdom #BooksByBlackWomen #HolidayReads #BlackVoicesInLiterature #AuthorInterview #FictionWithHeart #ManifestYourDreams Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
26 JUN 2025 · Join me for a heartfelt and powerful conversation with the one and only Rhonda Ross, Emmy-nominated actor, Grammy-nominated songwriter, motivational singer, and a radiant force in the world of art and transformation. You may know her as the daughter of legends Diana Ross and Berry Gordy, but Rhonda’s story is uniquely her own. In this deeply personal episode of Black Women Amplified, she opens up about what it’s been like to navigate fame, identity, and healing on her own terms. We talk about:
- What it was really like growing up in the public eye
- Her struggles with identity, depression, and not feeling “enough”
- The emotional and spiritual work it took to find balance and healing
- Her journey through the music industry—and back to herself
- How she now uses her voice to uplift, inspire, and teach others
This conversation is filled with real talk, deep wisdom, and radical truth-telling. Rhonda reminds us that behind every headline is a human story and that you are not alone in your struggles, and you are powerful beyond measure.
So grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and tune in. You’ll laugh, cry, and leave with your soul nourished.
Support the Show:
Visit https://www.blackwomenamplified.com to explore the blog, grab your Black Women Amplified logo tee and cap, and sign up for the newsletter.
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With love and light,
Monica Wisdom
Founder & Host, Black Women Amplified
Business and Life Coach
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#BlackWomenAmplified #RhondaRoss #HealingJourney #BlackWomenInMusic #EmotionalHealing #FameAndIdentity #MotivationalMusic #WomenWhoInspire #MonicaWisdom #DianaRossDaughter #BlackVoicesMatter #MentalHealthAwareness #ArtistJourney #SelfLove #AuthenticLiving #BlackExcellence #WomenInEntertainment #PodcastForBlackWomen #InnerHealing #LiveYourTruth #BlackWomenLead Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
26 JUN 2025 · Today on Black Women Amplified, we step into the radiant world of Annette Freeman, visionary, coach, and headmistress of The Goddess Portal.
Annette’s mission is to help professional women reconnect with their deepest desires, reclaim their feminine power, and manifest lives rooted in pleasure and purpose. Through coaching, movement, and transformative experiences, she guides women to step into their full power—personally and professionally.
Beyond her work with The Goddess Portal, Annette is an Emmy-award-winning producer, journalist, and educator, with an impressive career that spans NBC News, Columbia University, and the New York Film Academy. She is currently consulting on the upcoming documentary Minnie Evans: Draw or Die, scheduled for release in 2024. In this episode, we explore:
- The origin and mission behind The Goddess Portal
- What it means to be a midwife for women’s desires
- How movement and pleasure activate transformation
- Annette’s journey from journalism to women’s empowerment
- The balance between softness and ambition
This episode is for you if you're seeking:
- A deeper connection to your feminine energy
- Practical tools for manifesting aligned success
- Inspiration from a woman who has redefined power and purpose on her own terms
Listen now on your favorite podcast platform. Subscribe, share, and amplify the voices of powerful Black women. Hashtags for Sharing:
#BlackWomenAmplified #AnnetteFreeman #TheGoddessPortal #FemininePower #PleasureAndPurpose #BlackWomenInMedia #WomenWhoInspire #MidlifeMagic #EmmyAwardWinner #MinnieEvansDrawOrDie #HealingThroughMovement #SoftLifeLeadership Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/black-women-amplified--6590667/support.
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Black Women Amplified is where culture, creativity, and real life converge. Hosted by Monica Wisdom, this show delivers in-depth conversations and inspiring interviews with women who are expanding the conversation...
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Black Women Amplified is where culture, creativity, and real life converge. Hosted by Monica Wisdom, this show delivers in-depth conversations and inspiring interviews with women who are expanding the conversation through art, entertainment, empowerment, and personal evolution.
From behind-the-scenes insights to bold storytelling, each episode invites you to slow down, listen in, and tap into the brilliance of women forging new paths. This is more than a podcast; it’s a vibe, a space, and a movement.
Podcast Credits:
Host: Monica Wisdom
Executive Producer: Monica Wisdom
Writer/ Researcher: Monica Wisdom
Sound Editor: SOM
Music/ Theme Composer: Osunlade
Booking Agent: BWA Media
Social Media/Brand Manager: Monica Wisdom
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From behind-the-scenes insights to bold storytelling, each episode invites you to slow down, listen in, and tap into the brilliance of women forging new paths. This is more than a podcast; it’s a vibe, a space, and a movement.
Podcast Credits:
Host: Monica Wisdom
Executive Producer: Monica Wisdom
Writer/ Researcher: Monica Wisdom
Sound Editor: SOM
Music/ Theme Composer: Osunlade
Booking Agent: BWA Media
Social Media/Brand Manager: Monica Wisdom
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| Organization | Black Women Amplified |
| Categories | Society & Culture , Arts , Self-Improvement |
| Website | www.blackwomenamplified.com |
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