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From the Chicago projects to a powerhouse entrepreneur! In this powerful episode of the LEAN Podcast: Ladies Empowerment & Alignment Network, host Mahogany sits down with the multi-talented Kennisha McDowell—a certified life coach, doula, mother of five, and generational curse breaker. Kennisha shares her journey to finding absolute clarity in her identity and purpose, offering a blueprint for anyone seeking personal and spiritual growth.

Kennisha's story is one of profound resilience. She speaks candidly about growing up in the Robert Taylor Homes in Chicago, detailing the challenges she overcame, including poverty, molestation, trauma, and generational trauma. She explains how these difficult experiences ultimately made her stronger and guided her toward her calling.

Connect with Kennisha:
Instagram: @nubiangoddess83
Facebook: Kennisha McDowell

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In this powerful episode of The LEAN Podcast, Mahogany sits down with Chrys, the founder and host of The Monthly podcast. Chrys shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming immense loss and hardship. She opens up about the grief of losing her grandmother and the trauma of a domestic violence situation, where her ex-husband assaulted and attempted to murder her. Despite a period of feeling "secretly in my own hell," she recounts how prayer, self-reflection, and a conscious choice to embrace optimism helped her navigate through it all.

Chrys reveals how these heartbreaking experiences became the catalyst for her advocacy work. A self-published author , she is the founder of the nonprofit The Ink Advocates of Oklahoma, which fights against period poverty by providing menstrual products to those in need. Chrys, a survivor of PCOS and endometriosis, also created The Monthly podcast to educate and empower others on reproductive health and rights, helping people learn how to advocate for themselves.

This episode is a testament to the fact that even in the darkest of times, you can choose to move towards the light and use your story to help others. Chrys's message is one of hope and resilience, reminding us that we are capable of so much more than our current situation.

Connect with Chrys:
Facebook: Diamond Hickey 
Instagram: @thamonthly

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In this episode of the LEAN Podcast Season 2, Episode 6, host Mahogany sits down with Diamond Hickey, a Texas Realtor, custom home builder, and investor. Diamond shares her journey from being a young mom to building a career in real estate while staying grounded in faith and self-care. Together, Mahogany and Diamond discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of setting boundaries, and the role of faith in creating balance. Listeners will gain insight into how Diamond manages motherhood, a demanding business, and her personal growth, all while inspiring women to pursue their goals with confidence and resilience.

Connect with Diamond Hickey:
Facebook: Diamond Hickey
Instagram: @diamond.txrealtor
Website: legacynesthomes.com

New episodes drop every Thursday at 12 PM CST on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Hit that subscribe button, grab your journal, and get ready to feel inspired and aligned!

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In this powerful episode, host Mahogany sits down with Jill Baker-Garcia to hear her inspiring story of hitting rock bottom while trying to navigate life on her own terms. Jill shares how God lifted her up, redirected her steps, and placed her on the path He truly intended for her.

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about faith, perseverance, and trusting God’s plan—even when life feels impossible.

✨ Whether you’re in the middle of your own struggles or seeking encouragement, this episode will remind you that surrendering to God leads to strength, direction, and hope.

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In this empowering episode of the Ladies Empowerment Alignment Network, our host sits down for a conversation with guest Nikki Jordan, a Mentor Coach & SEL Enthusiast, and The Confidence Concierge. Nikki shares her unique perspective on the distinction between having confidence in a skill versus having true "confidence within self." She discusses the inner work required to build self-confidence and how it can affect all aspects of your life, including your career and personal relationships. 

This episode provides practical insights on how to build authentic confidence, push past self-doubt, and live a life rooted in faith and purpose.

Connect with Nikki Jordan:
Facebook: Confidence at Any Size
Instagram: @confidenceatanysize
Website: https://www.confidenceatanysize.com

New episodes drop every Thursday at 12 PM CST on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Hit that subscribe button, grab your journal, and get ready to feel inspired and aligned!

Want to grow your real estate portfolio like Mahogany & Myka Artis did?
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In this inspiring Season 2 episode of the LEAN Podcast, host Mahogany sits down with Marguritte S. Johnson, CEO of Stand 4 Sisterhood. This powerful conversation explores how Marguritte's personal pain became the foundation for her purpose-driven leadership and healing journey.

She opens up about her story of transformation, the obstacles she’s overcome, and how she now empowers and uplifts women through her mission and work. It’s a moving reminder that even our toughest moments can shape us into something beautiful—just like diamonds.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, transformation, or a reminder that even pain can be purpose-driven.

✨ Connect with Marguritte S. Johnson:
Website: https://www.stand4sisterhood.org/
Facebook: Marguritte on Facebook
Instagram: @stand4sisterhood

📅 New episodes drop every Thursday at 12 PM CST on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Hit that subscribe button, grab your journal, and get ready to feel inspired and aligned!

📈 Want to grow your real estate portfolio like Mahogany & Myka Artis did?
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In this soul-refreshing episode of the LEAN Podcast (Ladies Empowerment & Alignment Network), we sit down with the powerful and authentic CeCe Edwards—a mother, grandmother, entrepreneur, sponsor, minister, and devoted prayer warrior. 💜

CeCe opens up about the pressure so many of us face to “keep it all together,” even when we’re running on empty. From battling burnout and brokenness to finally surrendering and resting in God's presence, CeCe shares how she learned that you don’t have to fake it to be forgiven.

🛑 If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly striving, hiding your hurt, or performing for acceptance—this episode is for you.

🌱 You’ll walk away with a renewed understanding of what it means to rest in God’s grace, stop pretending, and start healing from the inside out. Whether you’re feeling spiritually dry, emotionally tired, or just longing for something real, CeCe’s story will remind you that God can handle the truth—and He wants the real you, not the perfect version.

📅 New episodes drop every Thursday at 12 PM CST on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Hit that subscribe button, grab your journal, and get ready to feel inspired and aligned!

📈 Want to grow your real estate portfolio like Mahogany & Myka Artis did?
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💜 Don’t miss this episode if you’re ready to stop shrinking, start healing, and step fully into your power. Let’s unlearn the hustle and embrace the healed woman within.

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WELCOME BACK FOR SEASON 2

In this empowering episode of the LEAN Podcast (Ladies Empowerment & Alignment Network), we sit down with the incredible Stephanie Owens—a wife, mother, therapist, real estate investor, coach, and co-founder of Springboard to Wealth. Stephanie opens up about what it really means to take off the Superwoman cape, set healthy boundaries, and break free from people-pleasing—once and for all. 💪🏾

You’ll walk away with real, practical tools you can use today to start living the life you actually deserve—not the one you’ve been conditioned to settle for. 🙌🏾

🔥 Whether you’re stuck in burnout, struggling to say no, or feel like you’re carrying everyone else’s load—this is your sign to stop and tune in. Stephanie shares personal gems and wisdom that will speak directly to your soul and your purpose.

📅 New episodes drop every Thursday at 12 PM CST on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Hit that subscribe button, grab your journal, and get ready to feel inspired and aligned!

🎧 Connect with Stephanie Owens:
🌐 Website: Springboard to Wealth
📘 Facebook: Stephanie Owens
📸 Instagram: @stephanieowens333

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💜 Don’t miss this episode if you’re ready to stop shrinking, start healing, and step fully into your power. Let’s unlearn the hustle and embrace the healed woman within.

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“Waves will come, but so will you. Keep swimming, sis.”

In this soul-stirring episode, we sit down with Yoshi, a multi-talented artist, woman of faith, and military wife, as she opens up about the unseen strength it takes to stay afloat when life keeps throwing waves your way.

From childhood struggles to the emotional toll of constant transition, Yoshi vulnerably shares how her life has been a series of deep waters—yet every stroke through those waters shaped the masterpiece she's becoming.

Growing up in a military household, she once vowed she’d never become a military wife. But God had other plans.

Now, as a military spouse herself, she reflects on how every pain, every move, and every tear has prepared her to wear this title with grace, grit, and power. Through it all, she’s found her voice—and her healing—through art. What started as an outlet to survive has now become her platform to inspire.

Yoshi shows us what it really means to bloom through brokenness, create from chaos, and stand tall through silent storms. This episode is for every woman who’s had to hold it down when her world felt unsteady. You’re not alone. Keep swimming.

Connect with Yoshi: https://beacons.ai/yoshiizmi

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sharon Fore-Guillory, an inspiring woman whose health scare brought her face-to-face with her own mortality—and ultimately transformed her life. Sharon shares how a life-threatening experience forced her to release the illusion of control and embrace what truly matters. Through vulnerability and wisdom, she opens up about the lessons learned, the importance of surrender, and how choosing alignment over perfection brought her peace, purpose, and power.

Whether you're struggling with control, navigating a health challenge, or simply seeking clarity about what matters most—this episode is for you.

Topic: Health & Personal Growth  
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📸 IG: [@behindtheveilevents](https://www.instagram.com/behindtheveilevents)  
✈️ IG: [@btvplatinumtravel](https://www.instagram.com/btvplatinumtravel)  
📘 FB: Sharon Fore-Guillory  
💼 LinkedIn: Sharon Fore-Guillory

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