Michelle and BJ the Chicago Kid are taking it back! BJ educates us on the foundation of his talent. He also talks about the creative process behind his project, Gravy, and the importance of paying attention to the little things when it comes to the people you love. CHECK IN to this episode if you just need to feel good. 
 
To stay up to date with BJ the Chicago Kid and his music, visit: https://www.bjtck.com/
 
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Checking In w/ BJ the Chicago Kid

On CHECKING IN, Michelle Williams and her friends let it all out as they reveal their intimate experiences with depression, anxiety and their mental health journeys. Hosted by Michelle, these celebrity interviews will also offer skills on how to manage mental health hardships and even offer coping strategies for emotional well-being.

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In one of our favorite throwback episodes, Michelle and Sunny are taking us to a black beachouse! Sunny talks about the inspiration and history behind the concepts of her books. She also shares how journalism impacted her mental health and how the people in her life helped her through those challenges. CHECK IN to this episode for a taste of black luxury!
 
To purchase Sunny’s books, visit: https://sunnyhostin.com/
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Checking In Replay: Sunny Hostin

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In this special throwback episode, Michelle and Iyanla are getting healed. Iyanla shares her thoughts on spiritual involvement in mental illness. She also discusses mental health in communities of color, the importance of knowing your family history and how the unknown of your mother’s past can affect your future! CHECK IN to this episode to hear a new approach to healing. 
 
For all things Iyanla, visit: https://iyanla.com/
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Checking In Replay: Iyanla Vanzant

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Michelle and Yvette check in with each other. Yvette talks about growing up caring for her mother who suffered from bipolar disorder and how it prepared her for her career handling PR for major names like Prince, Destiny’s Child and Buju Banton. Yvette also shares how much it means to her to give people grace. CHECK IN to this episode if you need help finding the sunshine during adversity.
 
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Instagram: @yvettenoelschure 
Twitter: @YNSmedia 
 
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Checking In Replay: Dr. Yvette Noel-Schure

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Michelle and Devi are ready to receive! In one of our favorite throwback episodes,  Devi Brown talks about receiving what was meant for her in divine timing. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, being prepared to have boundaries set against you and the power of sitting in solidarity & silence. CHECK IN to this episode for a renewed perspective of getting yourself on the right track!
 
For more about Devi Brown, visit: https://devibrownwellbeing.com/
Listen to Devi’s podcast, Dropping Gems on the Black Effect Podcast Network! 
 
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Checking In Replay: Devi Brown

Michelle and Tamron are representing for Chicago! Tamron shares how her real life influenced her fictional books and how she masters her work-life “imbalance.” She also speaks on her staple short haircut and the criticism she’s faced. CHECK IN to this episode if you need to be inspired to do it all!
 
For more information on Tamron and her upcoming book, Watch Where They Hide, visit: https://www.tamronhall.tv/
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Checking In w/ BJ the Chicago Kid

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