<![CDATA[Strut Talk ]]>https://www.strutinhershoes.orgRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:58:34 GMTFri, 05 Jun 2026 22:43:37 GMT60Strut in HER ShoesServing as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes podcast, Strut Talk, helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection. episodicStrut in HER Shoeshello@strutinhershoes.orgno<![CDATA[For the Brokenhearted Girl]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/For-the-Brokenhearted-Girl-ed8js1tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/399593361Fri, 01 May 2020 17:00:00 GMTOn this episode of Strut Talk, we have a message for your brokenhearted girls. Our dearest friend, Jamilah Shabazz will be sharing her 5 tips for healing a broken heart. no00:12:1311For the Brokenhearted Girlfull<![CDATA[Young & Recently Married]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Young--Recently-Married-ed8jrqtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/402858423Fri, 08 May 2020 16:00:00 GMTOn this episode of Strut Talk, Jasmine Sumlin and Brianna Latrice are dropping gems on marriage from a newlywed perspective! What we really wanted to know is - how did they get to the marriage?! no00:23:4912Young & Recently Marriedfull<![CDATA[You Give Good Love!]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/You-Give-Good-Love-ed8jrttag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/422328864Fri, 19 Jun 2020 17:00:00 GMTOMG, we can't believe we're wrapping up Season 1 of Strut Talk Podcast! Listen in as we share our highlights and what we have coming up! no00:24:1918You Give Good Love!full<![CDATA[HERE I AM... REDEFINING RELATIONSHIPS]]>Can we talk about friendship breakups?! In this conversation. we're navigating the dynamic shifts that often accompany periods of transition, particularly in platonic and intimate relationships, during the journey of self-discovery.


ABOUT STRUT Strut in HER Shoes is dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of girls and women of color. We serve as an elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space, fostering a community where Black girls and women can rise to the occasion of self-empowerment.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/HERE-I-AM----REDEFINING-RELATIONSHIPS-e2kc3f9e3e4215e-c293-433a-90d7-cea18bf4adc9Sat, 01 Jun 2024 03:56:33 GMT<p>Can we talk about friendship breakups?! In this conversation. we're navigating the dynamic shifts that often accompany periods of transition, particularly in platonic and intimate relationships, during the journey of self-discovery.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>ABOUT STRUT</strong> Strut in HER Shoes is dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of girls and women of color. We serve as an elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space, fostering a community where Black girls and women can rise to the occasion of self-empowerment.</p> no00:27:2533HERE I AM... REDEFINING RELATIONSHIPSfull<![CDATA[Death to Comparison]]>It's a takeover! Don't fall into the comparison trap. Crystal Cole took over the podcast to say Rest in Peace to comparing yourself to everyone else, find your IT factor and Strut in it!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Death-to-Comparison-ed8jrrtag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/422320296Fri, 05 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT<p>It's a takeover! Don't fall into the comparison trap. Crystal Cole took over the podcast to say Rest in Peace to comparing yourself to everyone else, find your IT factor and Strut in it!</p> no00:20:1516Death to Comparisonfull<![CDATA[Ditching the Baggage!]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Ditching-the-Baggage-ed8jrstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/422312886Fri, 22 May 2020 16:00:00 GMTOn this episode of Strut Talk, we're joined with Erika Thomas (Plackowski)and co-host Crystal Cole, discussing all the bags we've carried - and how to ditch the baggage? no00:25:3614Ditching the Baggage!full<![CDATA[It's Okay Not to Be Okay!]]>Listen! It's okay not to be okay and on this episode, we're joined LaToya Simpson, founder of the Candidly Speaking,  we're talking about it.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Its-Okay-Not-to-Be-Okay-ed8jrotag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/422314785Fri, 29 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT<p>Listen! It's okay not to be okay and on this episode, we're joined LaToya Simpson, founder of the Candidly Speaking,  we're talking about it.</p> no00:16:1515It's Okay Not to Be Okay!full<![CDATA[HERE I AM... EMBRACING VULNERABILITY]]>A heartfelt conversation in "Embracing Vulnerability: Navigating Mental Health with Courage." In this episode, Strut Talk's host Erikka Yvonne and guest, Sharnell James explore how embracing vulnerability can be a catalyst for growth and healing in our mental health journey.

We'll share personal stories, practical tips, and insights on how to cultivate self-care practices that prioritize our emotional well-being. 


ABOUT STRUT

 Strut in HER Shoes is dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of girls and women of color. We serve as an elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space, fostering a community where Black girls and women can rise to the occasion of self-empowerment. 


Follow us at @strutinhershoes


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/HERE-I-AM----EMBRACING-VULNERABILITY-e2j6np942bccc69-5482-4481-b6a8-5125dafb5073Fri, 03 May 2024 04:56:32 GMT<p>A heartfelt conversation in "Embracing Vulnerability: Navigating Mental Health with Courage." In this episode, Strut Talk's host Erikka Yvonne and guest, Sharnell James explore how embracing vulnerability can be a catalyst for growth and healing in our mental health journey. </p> <p>We'll share personal stories, practical tips, and insights on how to cultivate self-care practices that prioritize our emotional well-being. </p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>ABOUT STRUT</strong></p> <p> Strut in HER Shoes is dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of girls and women of color. We serve as an elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space, fostering a community where Black girls and women can rise to the occasion of self-empowerment. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Follow us at <em>@strutinhershoes</em></p> <p><br /></p> no00:21:3331HERE I AM... EMBRACING VULNERABILITYfull<![CDATA[HERE I AM.... FINDING INNER PEACE]]>In this enlightening episode, Strut Talk's hosts, Erikka Yvonne and Sharnell Jamess of Dear Self Care will explore the profound significance of cultivating a personal relationship with God and how that sacred covenant can serve as a guiding light on the path to inner peace. ABOUT STRUT Strut in HER Shoes is dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of girls and women of color. We serve as an elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space, fostering a community where Black girls and women can rise to the occasion of self-empowerment.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/HERE-I-AM-----FINDING-INNER-PEACE-e2jgbnqfd9eeff6-41a7-4692-9c7b-586323c7c3b3Fri, 10 May 2024 13:23:53 GMT<p>In this enlightening episode, Strut Talk's hosts, Erikka Yvonne and Sharnell Jamess of Dear Self Care will explore the profound significance of cultivating a personal relationship with God and how that sacred covenant can serve as a guiding light on the path to inner peace. ABOUT STRUT Strut in HER Shoes is dedicated to advocating for the empowerment of girls and women of color. We serve as an elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space, fostering a community where Black girls and women can rise to the occasion of self-empowerment.</p> no00:27:2031HERE I AM.... FINDING INNER PEACEfull<![CDATA[Oh, Depression We Meet Again Pt. 1 ]]>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.

This week on the Strut Talk Podcast, we’re talking about depression featuring Strut's Chief Impact Officer, Shawnta Bowie. We will be sharing our journey and our individual battles with depression. 

Want to chime in? Feel free to email us at hello@strutinhershoes.org or join the conversation on instagram @strutinhershoes.

This episode is sponsored by The Candidly Speaking. 



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Oh--Depression-We-Meet-Again-Pt--1-e11d69c730a64b8-6c7b-48a0-9bb0-57015335b0daSat, 28 Aug 2021 01:00:00 GMT<p>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.</p> <p>This week on the Strut Talk Podcast, we’re talking about depression featuring Strut's Chief Impact Officer, Shawnta Bowie. We will be sharing our journey and our individual battles with depression. </p> <p><em><strong>Want to chime in? </strong></em>Feel free to<em><strong> </strong></em>email us at hello@strutinhershoes.org or <em><strong>join the conversation</strong></em> on instagram @strutinhershoes.</p> <p>This episode is sponsored by The Candidly Speaking. </p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> no00:22:3922Oh, Depression We Meet Again Pt. 1 full<![CDATA[Oh, Depression We Meet Again Pt. 2 - Support is that You?!]]>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.

This Week on the Strut Talk Podcast, we're still talking about depression with Strut's Chief Impact Officer, Shawnta. We will be discussing the "S" word - Support and what that looks like for someone battling depression. It looks different for everyone, so tune in to hear how to support a friend who's struggling with depression. 

Want to chime in? Feel free to email us hello@strutinhershoes.org or join the conversation on instagram @strutinhershoes. 

This episode is sponsored by The Candidly Speaking. 

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Oh--Depression-We-Meet-Again-Pt--2---Support-is-that-You-e129j6h5b34e4db-b6df-4061-8b69-85e57e9936bdFri, 24 Sep 2021 23:00:00 GMT<p>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.</p> <p>This Week on the Strut Talk Podcast, we're still talking about depression with Strut's Chief Impact Officer, Shawnta. We will be discussing the "S" word - Support and what that looks like for someone battling depression. It looks different for everyone, so tune in to hear how to support a friend who's struggling with depression. </p> <p>Want to chime in? Feel free to email us hello@strutinhershoes.org or join the conversation on instagram @strutinhershoes. </p> <p>This episode is sponsored by The Candidly Speaking. </p> no00:24:4523Oh, Depression We Meet Again Pt. 2 - Support is that You?!full<![CDATA[That Girl, Destiny Darcel: Her Blessing in Disguise]]>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.

On this episode of Strut Talk Podcast, we're having an intimate conversation with digital illustrator Destiny Darcel. If you've scrolled social media, you've likely seen one of Destiny's illustrations of black women. Tune in for more behind her brand. 

Chime in on @strutinhershoes

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/That-Girl--Destiny-Darcel-Her-Blessing-in-Disguise-e1nkalo8f510ca1-c536-46f4-92dc-b8df58c86ff5Sat, 10 Sep 2022 01:37:23 GMT<p>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and a safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.</p> <p>On this episode of Strut Talk Podcast, we're having an intimate conversation with digital illustrator Destiny Darcel. If you've scrolled social media, you've likely seen one of Destiny's illustrations of black women. Tune in for more behind her brand. </p> <p>Chime in on @strutinhershoes</p> no00:35:0826That Girl, Destiny Darcel: Her Blessing in Disguisefull<![CDATA[Keeping Up with Tori Nichel: Disrupter of the Fashion Tech Space with her global retail destination Maison Black]]>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.

This Week on Strut Talk Podcast, we're "Keeping up with Tori Nichel" during an intimate conversation about her journey into fashion industry. Tori accounts a few challenges she's faced and shares details on her latest venture, Maison Black. Maison Black’s mission is rooted in our founder Tori Nichel’s vision of marrying her passion for fashion and purpose to serve the Black designer community in order to create access, exposure, longevity and sustainability for Black designers in the fashion industry.

As a global retail destination Maison Black amplifies the innovative design of Black creatives who exemplify design excellence. Follow Maison Black  @maisonblacknewyork and Shop the all new collective featuring 6 emerging designers maisonblack.shop

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/Keeping-Up-with-Tori-Nichel-Disrupter-of-the-Fashion-Tech-Space-with-her-global-retail-destination-Maison-Black-e196cqdea14aedf-fb62-4e8b-a6a6-fad621302f8dSat, 23 Oct 2021 02:11:17 GMT<p>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.</p> <p>This Week on Strut Talk Podcast, we're "Keeping up with Tori Nichel" during an intimate conversation about her journey into fashion industry. Tori accounts a few challenges she's faced and shares details on her latest venture, Maison Black. Maison Black’s mission is rooted in our founder Tori Nichel’s vision of marrying her passion for fashion and purpose to serve the Black designer community in order to create access, exposure, longevity and sustainability for Black designers in the fashion industry.<br /> <br /> As a global retail destination Maison Black amplifies the innovative design of Black creatives who exemplify design excellence. Follow Maison Black  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maisonblacknewyork/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@maisonblacknewyork</a> and Shop the all new collective featuring 6 emerging designers <a href="https://maisonblack.shop" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">maisonblack.shop</a></p> no00:26:52Keeping Up with Tori Nichel: Disrupter of the Fashion Tech Space with her global retail destination Maison Blackfull<![CDATA[The Secret Sauce: Million Dollar Melissa on Becoming the Fairy God Mother of Skincare]]>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes podcast, Strut Talk, helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection. 

On this episode of Strut Talk Podcast, we're joined by Melissa Odum, better known as the Fairy-godmother of skincare and Million Dollar Melissa. Melissa is the CEO and founder of the #1 largest, black-woman owned vegan, holistic, and wellness spa, Queendom Aesthetics, based in New Orleans & her soon to open location in Slidell, Louisiana. 

Want to Chime in? Feel free to email us hello@strutinhershoes.org or join the conversation on instagram @strutinhershoes.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/The-Secret-Sauce-Million-Dollar-Melissa-on-Becoming-the-Fairy-God-Mother-of-Skincare-e1het1h1e62e145-79ac-4664-80fe-569e243ae35cThu, 21 Apr 2022 00:27:08 GMT<p>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes podcast, Strut Talk, helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection. </p> <p>On this episode of Strut Talk Podcast, we're joined by Melissa Odum, better known as the Fairy-godmother of skincare and Million Dollar Melissa. Melissa is the CEO and founder of the #1 largest, black-woman owned vegan, holistic, and wellness spa, Queendom Aesthetics, based in New Orleans &amp; her soon to open location in Slidell, Louisiana. </p> <p>Want to Chime in? Feel free to email us hello@strutinhershoes.org or join the conversation on instagram @strutinhershoes.</p> <p><br /></p> no00:31:5724The Secret Sauce: Million Dollar Melissa on Becoming the Fairy God Mother of Skincarefull<![CDATA[The Reality of Women Entrepreneurs and How to Flourish in Business with Vivian and Dr. Tracy]]>This episode is sponsored by, Braxton Management - your premiere place for all things administration. They are here to help you manage the unmanageable. For more information on their offerings visit braxtonmanagement.com

Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.

This week on Strut Talk podcast, we're joined by Co-Founders of Flourish Media Conference, Vivian Olodun and Dr. Tracy Timberlake During this powerful conversation, everything a woman entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur needs to know about getting started and maintaining is discussed. From developing a wealthy person mentality to shifting your mindset to network above. Vivian and Dr. Tracy also share details on their upcoming Flourish Media Conference, which aims to teach women of color entrepreneurs tools and strategies to build engaging and dynamic business platforms, leveraging  online engagement for offline results, and creating sustainable company & brand models; as they start their career as an entrepreneur

Follow Flourish Media for more information on the conference and register for the conference at www.flourishmediaconference.com.





]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strut-talk/episodes/The-Reality-of-Women-Entrepreneurs-and-How-to-Flourish-in-Business-with-Vivian-and-Dr--Tracy-e1dta4v3123d93d-656e-418d-b7da-475934c7fdf7Fri, 04 Feb 2022 02:55:05 GMT<p>This episode is sponsored by, Braxton Management - your premiere place for all things administration. They are here to help you manage the unmanageable. For more information on their offerings visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">braxtonmanagement.com</a></p> <p>Serving as the elevator of mindful conversation and safe space for persevering women, Strut in HER Shoes helps women rise to the occasion of self-empowerment through our holistic spectrum of womanhood lifestyle coverage and connection.</p> <p>This week on Strut Talk podcast, we're joined by Co-Founders of Flourish Media Conference, Vivian Olodun and Dr. Tracy Timberlake During this powerful conversation, everything a woman entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur needs to know about getting started and maintaining is discussed. From developing a wealthy person mentality to shifting your mindset to network above. Vivian and Dr. Tracy also share details on their upcoming <a href="https://www.flourishmediaconference.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Flourish Media Conference, </a>which aims to teach women of color entrepreneurs tools and strategies to build engaging and dynamic business platforms, leveraging  online engagement for offline results, and creating sustainable company &amp; brand models; as they start their career as an entrepreneur</p> <p>Follow<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Flourish Media</a> for more information on the conference and register for the conference at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.flourishmediaconference.com</a>.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> no00:40:5424The Reality of Women Entrepreneurs and How to Flourish in Business with Vivian and Dr. Tracyfull