What does it take to go from dreaming about success to seeing your name connected to award-winning projects, bestselling books, and major television productions?

In this powerful episode of Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcast, Carla J sits down with Nicole D. Sconiers, acclaimed author, screenwriter, and storyteller whose work has been featured in the New York Times bestselling anthology Out There Screaming, edited by Jordan Peele.

Nicole shares her journey, the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and how perseverance helped her create stories that amplify powerful voices and inspire others to keep going.

In this episode, we discuss:

✅ Overcoming obstacles and self-doubt ✅ The power of storytelling and representation ✅ Writing for television and film ✅ Working on A Mother's Intuition for Lifetime and TV One ✅ Being featured in a New York Times bestselling anthology ✅ Turning passion into purpose ✅ What it really takes to thrive in creative industries

Whether you're an aspiring author, entrepreneur, creative, or someone navigating a difficult season, Nicole's story is proof that your current circumstances do not determine your future.

✨ You've survived enough. Now it's time to thrive.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Carla’s Channel: Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcast, we sit down with Tanya Walker, CEO of Compassion Memorial Services, to talk about something most people avoid—but absolutely NEED to understand.

From funeral planning to wills and estate preparation, Tonya breaks down how families can protect themselves emotionally, financially, and legally before it’s too late.

This conversation is not just about death—it’s about legacy, responsibility, and making sure your loved ones are not left with confusion, stress, or financial burden.

If you’ve ever said “I’ll get to it later”… this is your wake-up call.

✨ In this episode, we discuss: ✔️ The truth about funeral planning (what people get wrong) ✔️ Why EVERY adult needs a will ✔️ How to protect your family from unnecessary stress ✔️ Estate planning basics you can’t afford to ignore ✔️ What happens when there is NO plan in place

💡 This is a must-watch for families, entrepreneurs, caregivers, and anyone serious about building generational stability.

Tune in as Georgia Me, the Goddess of Atlanta, Poetry Tony Award winner and Def Poetry Jam icon, joins us for an unforgettable conversation on inspiration, resilience, and the power of words.

Chicago roots run deep! 🎤 My exclusive interview with filmmaker E.L. Porter kicks off with us reminiscing about growing up in the Chi, experiencing tragedy and then triumph—before diving into his brand-new film, premiering May 31 in Chicago! 🎬🔥 You don’t want to miss this mix of memories, movie magic, and major inspiration.

As the holidays near many people find themselves dealing with depression. This can be due to multiple reasons! And if left unaddressed can lead to suicide. Depression and suicide are sensitive topics, and over the years, different interpretations and views have emerged within religious contexts, including the Church. Many myths have been perpetuated about depression and suicide in religious communities, often stemming from misunderstandings, misinterpretations of scripture, or cultural factors. We will talk about some common myths about depression and suicide that have been historically associated with the Church, along with the facts that can help clarify these misconceptions. #podcast #depression #church #depressionmyths #suicideawareness

Special guest, Dave Murphy shares his traumatic and life-changing experience that lead to years of unhealthy weight gain. Dealing with PTSD Dave’s weight was spiraling out of control and stopped him from experiencing different activities with his young daughter. The disappointment from his daughter sparked a renewed sense of urgency and determination to start & maintain his weight loss journey. #carlahasheart #podcast #motivation #mentalhealth #love #weightloss

“A Journey of Resilience”🎧🚀 College is not just about classes, exams &parties—it’s a life-changing journey. For Aasir Mecca, a young man navigating college life, the road was anything but ordinary. Aasir shares his journey of achieving his Bachelor degree from HBCU Texas Southern University & earning his Masters degree from a different university. He also embarked on a music journey as an Independent Artist! He shares how mental health resiliency was key in his journey. #carlahasheart #PodcastEpisode #MentalHealthAwareness #HBCU #CollegeLife #masterdegree #texassouthern #TSU

Author Joshua Flapan says college degrees are not for everyone. He discusses his research and personal perspectives from his book, 'Education Mania.'

In this episode, we dive into the wild, absurd, and endlessly fascinating world of Cerebus the Aardvark — the iconic comic series that reshaped independent comics forever. Guest Oliver Simonsen (creator of comic character Captain Zap) joins us to explore Cerebus’ satirical brilliance, and why this genre-bending epic continues to inspire readers and creators decades later.

If you love alternative comics or want to discover one of the most daring series of all time, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!

#Cerebus #AlternativeComics #IndieComics #ComicBookHistory #PodcastLife #HeartToHeartInspirationPodcast #carlahasheart

After years of fertility struggles and shattered hope, she did the unthinkable—she became a mom at 46. This week’s podcast episode is a raw, real, and inspiring testimony of faith, endurance, and the power of a woman’s body and spirit. 🌈👶🏾✨ 🎧 Tune in to hear her miscarriage miracle — and why her story might be the encouragement someone else needs today.

💬 Drop a 💜 if you believe in miracles. 📢 Tag a woman who needs to hear this!