In this episode of the Beats & Balance Podcast, Millicent "Millie" Ansah — poet, educator, and founder of Mocha Mic with Millie — shares how she’s building safe spaces for poetry, healing, and community in the face of gentrification.

We talk about the importance of representation in the arts, fostering joy and healing in education, balancing community work with self-care, and the role of joy in sustaining creative practices.

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Why safe spaces for poets and diverse voices matter
• The impact of gentrification on community arts
• Centering joy, healing, and representation in education
• Balancing self-care while leading community work
• Millicent’s long-term vision for Mocha Mic with Millie

Connect with Millie: Instagram: @mochamicwithmillie | linktr.ee/millicent_ansah24

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In this episode of the Beats & Balance podcast, Tinora Locke-Terrefe sits down with DeUnna Hendrix — former Division I head coach turned life coach and vibe curator — to explore the power of self-care, breaking free from societal expectations, and embracing authenticity.

DeUnna also shares her vision for “The Bridge,” a new program launching August 14th to support Black millennial women through life transitions.

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Follow DeUnna:

• @soothebyhendrix
• https://hendrixtoycoaching.com

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