Breaking the Silence Podcast

Author Nikki Nicole returns with another truth-filled episode of Twisted Tuesdays, where raw conversations and real-life collide.

In this week’s episode, Nikki sits down with powerhouse Gospel Artist Incognita (Juanita McLeod) to ask the hard question: Why are we still keeping family secrets in 2025?

Together, they unpack: 🔒 The generational silence wrapped in “what happens in this house, stays in this house” 🧬 Emotional habits we unknowingly pass down 💥 The cost of secrecy — and the courage it takes to speak up

It’s time to unlearn, unpack, and break the cycle. If you’ve ever felt trapped in the silence of your family’s past, this episode is your invitation to begin healing, out loud.

📲 Connect with Us:

• Facebook: Author Nikki Nicole
• Facebook: Incognita – Juanita McLeod

"Before we ever held our own children… we were mothered by someone else. But what if that mother was broken too?"

In this powerful series finale of the Motherhood Series on Breaking the Silence, host Author Nikki Nicole sits down with her sister, Shera Renee, host of The Blemished Beauty Podcast, for a soul-stirring conversation about the roots of motherhood.

Together, they unpack what it means to be mothered by women who were still healing themselves, how generational patterns show up in our parenting, and what it looks like to break cycles while still holding love for where we came from.

This episode is honest, raw, and healing — a true heart-to-heart between two sisters, two daughters, and two mothers navigating legacy, growth, and grace.

If you’ve ever asked:

• “Am I repeating what was done to me?”
• “Can I be a better mom without a blueprint?”
• “How do I mother when I still need mothering myself?”

— this episode is for you.

💬 Let’s break the silence together.

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📌 Connect with Shera Renee: Follow her on Facebook and YouTube for upcoming episodes of The Blemished Beauty Podcast!

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“Before we ever held our own children… we were mothered by someone else. But what if that mother was broken too?”

In the powerful finale of the Motherhood Series, host Author Nikki Nicole is joined by her sister Shera Renee, host of The Blemished Beauty Podcast, for a raw, honest, and deeply emotional conversation about motherhood, generational trauma, and the silent patterns we carry into parenting.

This heart-to-heart between two sisters, two daughters, and two mothers explores:

• What it means to be mothered by someone still healing
• The invisible expectations passed from one generation to the next
• Breaking cycles while still carrying wounds
• Learning how to mother differently—intentionally

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Am I doing this differently… or just repeating what was done to me?” — this episode is for you.

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Welcome to Breaking the Silence — where real voices, real stories, and real change come alive. It’s time to unleash your inner voice.

In this episode, host Nikki Nicole sits down with Fyre Marshall, an all-around creative and firestarter who uses her life experiences to engage and inspire her readers. Recently nominated for the 2025 Distinguished Authors Guild Award, Fyre shares her journey of storytelling, creativity, and personal growth.

🎙️ In this episode, we explore:

• How Fyre uses her life experiences to inspire and connect with readers
• Her journey as an author and creative entrepreneur
• The importance of storytelling in personal growth and empowerment
• Tips for aspiring authors and creatives to live authentically

If you’re passionate about writing, creativity, women empowerment, and personal development, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

✨ Breaking the Silence is more than a podcast — it’s a platform to amplify voices, inspire transformation, and encourage authentic self-expression.

In this powerful and emotional episode, we’re joined by Pastor, Singer, and Author Alecia Garrick from South Carolina. Alecia shares her heartfelt journey of losing everything — including her voice, her music, and even her faith — only to rediscover herself in the most unexpected way.

After months of silence where she couldn’t sing or even speak, Alecia is finally stepping back into her calling with the release of a brand-new song. She opens up about how she balanced ministry, music, and writing through seasons of pain, purpose, and personal transformation.

If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, loss, or feeling like your purpose has slipped away, Alecia’s story will inspire you to keep going. This episode is about finding your way back, reclaiming your voice, and trusting that healing is possible.

🎙️ Don’t miss this raw and uplifting conversation on faith, resilience, and creative rebirth.

In this powerful episode of Breaking the Silence, Nikki Nicole sits down with Colene Brewer, Founder and Director of Quest for Freedom, to share her raw and inspiring story of survival. As a domestic violence survivor, sexual assault survivor, and suicide attempt survivor, Colene opens up about the battles she has faced and how she turned her pain into a mission to help others.

Through her work with Quest for Freedom, she empowers individuals to find hope, break free from cycles of abuse, and embrace their healing journey. This episode is a testament to resilience, faith, and the belief that your story can transform lives.

👉 Listen, share, and subscribe to support voices that bring healing and hope.

Welcome to Breaking the Silence — where real voices, real stories, and real change come alive. It’s time to unleash your inner voice.

In this inspiring episode, host Nikki Nicole sits down with Charise Bennett, founder of The Best Me Ever Movement, to talk about authentic confidence, faith, and personal transformation. Charise’s mission is to help women stop performing confidence and start living it — a message that’s resonating with women across the world.

Recently nominated for the 2025 Distinguished Author’s Guild Award by Ms. Gina Gadson, Charise opens up about her journey from creating uplifting content under Dear Baby Jesus to becoming a voice of empowerment and spiritual growth.

🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:

• How faith and humor sparked Charise’s confidence journey
• The inspiration behind The Best Me Ever Movement
• The power of writing and storytelling in healing
• What it truly means to live unapologetically

If you’re passionate about women’s empowerment, healing, and faith-based motivation, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

✨ Breaking the Silence is more than a podcast — it’s a movement to amplify untold stories, encourage healing, and inspire change.

In this episode, we sit down with Andre “AJ” Carter—The Love Mechanic—to explore how he uses his gifts as a Certified Master Life Coach, award-winning author, and ordained minister to help people repair their relationships from the inside out. From national recognition to the big screen, AJ shares how faith, wisdom, and honest communication drive lasting love. #TheLoveMechanic #JustAskDre #RelationshipGoals #MasterLifeCoach #MensMentalHealth #LoveAndHealing #RelationshipAdvice #BlackExcellence #TheManual #UntangledMovie #PurposeDriven #HealingConversations #BreakingTheSilencePodcast

In this inspiring episode, Author Nikki Nicole sits down with Tramaine Long—a multifaceted producer, singer, and songwriter—to explore his incredible journey from the church pews to the music stage. Starting at just 5 years old, Tramaine’s path has been guided by faith, family, and a passion for music that continues to fuel his artistry today.

We dive into his influences, from John P. Kee and 2Pac to Musiq Soulchild and Tank, and uncover how he created his own genre, Rhythm & Gospel (RNG). Tramaine shares milestones from producing for artists featured on Canton Jones’ “Kingdom Business 5” to releasing his debut project “RNG: A Love Story.”

Now, with his 2025 release “Legendary,” Tramaine reminds us that God is truly legendary—and that greatness is within us all.

✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How Tramaine’s upbringing in church shaped his music journey
• The moment he knew music was his calling
• His evolution into producing, songwriting, and creating a new sound—Rhythm & Gospel
• The inspiration behind his latest album “Legendary”
• His vision to impact the world through faith and music

👉 Stream “Legendary” now on all platforms. 👉 Connect with Tramaine at tramainelong.com

#TramaineLong #LegendaryAlbum #RhythmAndGospel #FaithAndMusic #GospelMusic

“Everybody says ‘Mama knows best’… but what if you had more than one version of ‘Mama’?”

In this revealing and emotional episode of Breaking the Silence Podcast’s Motherhood Series, host Author Nikki Nicole unpacks the complexities behind the phrase “Mama Knows Best” with the thought-provoking question: which mama are we talking about? The one who raised you in survival mode? The one who showed up later in life? The grandma who stepped in? Or the mother figure you became for yourself?

This episode dives into the generational voices that shaped us, the conflicting parenting messages we carry, and how our own motherhood is influenced by the mamas before us. It’s deep, personal, and necessary—because before we say “I’m doing the best I can”, we must ask: who taught us what “best” even looks like?

🎧 In This Episode:

• Unpacking the meaning of “Mama knows best”
• Navigating the influences of multiple mother figures
• Reparenting yourself while parenting your children
• Breaking away from toxic traditions and inherited trauma
• Embracing the parts of motherhood that feel foreign, yet freeing

🔗 Connect With Us:

📍 Host: Author Nikki Nicole – @breakingthesilencepodcast24 📍 YouTube: @BreakingTheSilencePodcast24 📍 TikTok: @breakingthesilence24 📍 Facebook: Author Nikki Nicole | Breaking the Silence Podcast Page

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✔️ Like, share, and subscribe for more real conversations ✔️ Leave a review—your voice helps others break the silence ✔️ Tag us and tell us: Who was your “Mama Knows Best”?