Breaking the Silence Podcast

Unleashed Voices Featuring Dr. Michael D. Finkley

This week on Unleashed Voices, Author Nikki Nicole highlights the inspiring music of Dr. Michael D. Finkley.

Known as an educator, academic advisor, author, media host, and Grammy Award-nominated gospel artist, Dr. Finkley uses music to encourage listeners and point them toward faith and purpose.

In this episode, you'll hear a featured one-minute snippet of his gospel single "I AM," learn more about the artist's journey, and discover why his voice is making an impact beyond the music.

If today's featured song inspires you, support Dr. Michael Finkley by streaming "I AM" and following @FinkleyMusic on social media.

Thank you for supporting independent artists through Unleashed Voices.

On this episode of Unleashed Voices Music Promo, I introduce listeners to independent artist Lee through a playlist showcasing versatility, creativity, and authentic music.

Featuring seven tracks, including collaborations with Tree, Tia, Marceldeshaun, and Linna Sky, this episode highlights Lee's sound while giving listeners an opportunity to discover their next favorite independent artist.

Featured Songs

• Push Button (ft. Tree) • Good Girl (ft. Tia) • Backyard Freestyle • Bolognese Freestyle • You Can Call Me • 90 Cents (ft. Marceldeshaun) • Barista (ft. Linna Sky)

Follow Lee: Instagram: @lee___music TikTok: @lee_music614

Hosted by Author Nikki Nicole

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What happens when journalism becomes a platform for change and education becomes a pathway to opportunity?

In this episode of Breaking The Silence Podcast, Author Nikki Nicole sits down with David Jordan Jr., journalist, educator, and Founder/Editor-in-Chief of ESHE Magazine, an international publication dedicated to sharing stories that inform, inspire, and impact communities around the world.

David shares the journey behind building ESHE Magazine, the responsibility that comes with telling stories that matter, and how media can be used to amplify voices that often go unheard. He also discusses his work as a Board Member of the Dr. Richard Barnett Foundation, an organization committed to creating scholarship and career opportunities for young scholars throughout New York and the surrounding tri-state area.

Together, they explore the power of journalism, the importance of education, mentorship, leadership, and what it means to use your platform to create lasting impact. David also gives insight into upcoming ESHE Magazine projects and reflects on lessons learned throughout his career in media and community engagement.

If you're passionate about storytelling, education, leadership, and creating opportunities for the next generation, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

In This Episode:

· The story behind ESHE Magazine

· Building an international media platform

· The role of journalism in today's world

· Education, mentorship, and community impact

· The Dr. Richard Barnett Foundation's mission

· Creating opportunities for young scholars

· Leadership lessons and career growth

· Upcoming ESHE Magazine initiatives

· Using your voice to inspire change

Featured Intro Artist: Incognita

Featured Outro Artist: Mistro The Lyricist

BTS Intro & Outro Music Produced By: Author Nikki Nicole

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Your Voice. Your Story. Your Impact.

Unleash Your Inner Voice.

In this episode of Breaking the Silence, we sit down with Lee—an independent artist whose sound is shaped by both his Midwest upbringing in Columbus, Ohio and his current life in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Lee shares how his environment influenced his music, how he blends different regional styles, and how storytelling plays a major role in his creative process. With a focus on perspective and witty lyricism, his music brings real-life experiences to life in a unique way.

This episode dives into the journey behind the sound and the evolution of an artist finding his voice across different cities and influences.

This is more than music… this is Lee Story.

Would I still podcast if nobody watched?

That's the question I asked myself, and in this episode, I'm sharing my honest answer.

Behind every episode you see is a story you don't. There are late nights, early mornings, moments of doubt, and times when I questioned whether anyone was listening. But I realized something that changed my perspective: purpose has to be louder than popularity.

In this episode of the Breaking the Silence Podcast, I open up about what keeps me showing up, why I refuse to let numbers define my calling, and how I've learned to create from a place of purpose instead of pressure.

If you're a content creator, entrepreneur, artist, author, podcaster—or anyone chasing a dream that sometimes feels invisible—this conversation is for you.

In This Episode

• Why I would still podcast even if nobody watched
• The danger of chasing numbers instead of purpose
• How consistency builds confidence
• What I've learned through the quiet seasons
• Why your voice matters, even when it feels unheard
• Encouragement for creators who are thinking about giving up

I hope this episode reminds you that your purpose isn't measured by views, followers, or applause. Sometimes the impact you're making is happening in places you'll never see.

If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder to keep showing up.

Remember...

Every voice has a story. Every story deserves to be heard.

— Nikki Nicole Host, Breaking the Silence Podcast

Sometimes the loudest message isn't spoken...

It's the empty seat left behind.

In this deeply personal episode of Motivational Monday, Author Nikki Nicole shares the pain of waiting for people who promised they would be there but never showed up.

From broken promises to silent departures, this episode explores the emotional weight of disappointment, learning to let go, and discovering that not everyone assigned to your life is meant to stay.

If you've ever questioned your worth because someone walked away, this conversation will remind you that your value isn't determined by who leaves.

Sometimes the empty seat becomes the beginning of your healing.

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This week reminded me that strength isn't pretending everything is okay.

In this heartfelt Sunday Reflection, I share what happened during one of the busiest and most emotionally draining weeks I've faced. Between producing the Breaking the Silence Podcast, editing episodes, recording interviews, managing deadlines, being a mother, a wife, a daughter, a friend, and working full-time, I found myself overwhelmed and exhausted.

Then an unexpected police stop forced me to slow down and reflect.

This episode is about burnout, resilience, finding balance, protecting your peace, and remembering that your purpose should never cost you your well-being.

If you've ever felt like life was coming at you from every direction, this conversation will remind you that you're not alone.

Keep healing. Keep growing. Keep believing.

Every song has a story, and every artist has a voice worth hearing.

In this episode of Unleashed Voices Music Review, host Author Nikki Nicole spotlights ConSCious and reviews the single "Baby." From the production and songwriting to the vocal performance and overall impact, this episode offers thoughtful commentary while celebrating the creativity of independent music.

Unleashed Voices exists to give independent artists another platform to be seen, heard, and discovered by new listeners around the world.

If you enjoyed this review, subscribe to the Breaking the Silence Podcast, share this episode, and continue supporting independent artists by streaming their music and engaging with their work.

Interested in having your music featured on a future episode? Reach out to [email protected] with your clean MP3, cover art, artist bio, and social media information.

Thank you for supporting independent voices—because every voice deserves to be heard.

What if surviving your story becomes the reason someone else doesn't give up?

In this episode of Breaking the Silence Podcast, I welcome Celisha J—an Author, Actress, Model, Emotional Healing Coach, and Founder of Highway 2 Healing.

I had the opportunity to sit down with Celisha during EGO Entertainment's "The Ugly Side of Purpose Tour," led by Lady J, for this special Authors Edition conversation. We discuss what it means to survive, heal, and move forward with purpose despite life's challenges.

Throughout our conversation, Celisha shares powerful insights about emotional healing, resilience, and using your testimony to help others find hope. If you've ever questioned whether your story matters, this episode is a reminder that it absolutely does.

📚 Featured Book

I Survived Available on Amazon and Celishaj.net

About My Guest

• Author • Actress • Model • Emotional Healing Coach • Founder of Highway 2 Healing

Favorite Quote

"Don't let the traumas of your past keep you from being successful today."

Thank you for listening to Breaking the Silence Podcast with Author Nikki Nicole, where every voice has a story worth telling.

Until next time... Unleash Your Inner Voice.

In this episode of Breaking the Silence, I sit down with Mizery—an independent rap artist, clothing designer, podcast owner, and entrepreneur behind Gather & More.

From Indianapolis, Indiana to spending 16 years in Atlanta, Mizery shares the truth about what it really takes to make music. This conversation goes beyond the finished song and dives into the process, the pressure, and the real-life experiences that shape every lyric.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes into creating music from the ground up, this episode gives you an inside look at the journey behind the sound.

“Wings In The Air & Fly Above All Restrictions.”

This is more than music… this is Mizery Story.

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