Right Now with Rhenotha formerly Single Lady Chronicles

There was a time when being in the room meant everything. The galas, the exclusive invitations, the influential people, and, of course, the pictures to prove I was there.

But somewhere along the way, my priorities changed.

In this deeply personal Right Now Diary, I reflect on the difference between being seen and being loved, having a full calendar and having a fulfilling life, and why another VIP invitation doesn't mean nearly as much as having someone special to share an experience with.

I still love getting dressed up and going somewhere fabulous. But these days, I'm more interested in genuine companionship, mutual affection, and spending time with someone who wants to be with me just as much as I want to be with them.

Because being invited isn't the same as being wanted. And being known isn't the same as being loved.

I used to want to be in the room with important people. Now I want to be important to someone.

This is where I am, right now.

Right Now Diaries with Rhenotha Whitaker
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Right Now with Rhenotha
Hosted by Rhenotha Whitaker

Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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What if a podcast didn't tell you what to think?

On this episode of Right Now with Rhenotha, Lloyd Hassell returns to talk about THEE BIG SWING, a growing audio experience that invites listeners to reflect on life's defining moments without giving advice, taking sides, or telling them what to believe.

More than a podcast, THEE BIG SWING combines thoughtful conversations with original companion music and written reflections, creating space for listeners to wrestle with their own questions and discover their own answers.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The philosophy behind THEE BIG SWING
• Why the show refuses to tell listeners what to think, feel, or do
• How music and reflection deepen each episode
• What has changed since Lloyd first appeared on Right Now with Rhenotha

Discover THEE BIG SWING at theebigswing.com and experience the conversations, reflections, companion songs, and more.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations that stay with you long after they end.

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Right Now with Rhenotha
Hosted by Rhenotha Whitaker

Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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For months, I imagined what life would be like once I could walk without crutches and drive again. Everyone told me I'd finally be "outside" and making up for lost time.

But somewhere between the hospital, recovery, and slowing down, something unexpected happened.

I began to rethink what freedom really means.

In this Right Now Diary, I share how losing my mobility changed more than my ability to move. It changed the way I think about my time, my priorities, and the life I want to return to.

Sometimes healing doesn't just restore what was lost. Sometimes it changes what you're hoping to find.

Right Now with Rhenotha
Hosted by Rhenotha Whitaker

Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

📺 Watch full episodes on https://www.youtube.com/@rhenotha
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The Newark Legend: Melba Moore Reflects on Life, Faith & Fame | Right Now with Rhenotha

Tony Award winner. Broadway pioneer. Recording artist. Newark icon.

In this unforgettable conversation, legendary entertainer Melba Moore joins Rhenotha Whitaker to reflect on her remarkable journey from Newark, New Jersey, to the heights of Broadway, television, and music.

Melba shares stories about attending Arts High School, becoming the first Black actress to replace a white actress in a leading Broadway role, winning a Tony Award for Purlie, receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and having a street named in her honor in Newark.

But beyond the accolades, Melba opens up about the challenges she faced along the way, including homelessness, career setbacks, motherhood, faith, perseverance, and the people who helped her keep going when life seemed impossible.

You'll also hear:
• The surprising reason she still gets nervous before performances
• What she learned from teaching before becoming a star
• How faith carried her through her darkest moments
• Her advice for aspiring performers and creators
• The story behind her new book, "This Is It"

This is a heartfelt, inspiring conversation about resilience, purpose, humility, and what it truly means to leave a legacy.

📚 Melba Moore's book: This Is It
🎭 Host: Rhenotha Whitaker
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Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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THEE BIG SWING
Your Story. Your Turning Point. Your Next Move.

At the beginning of the year, Lloyd Hassell and I sat down for a powerful conversation about taking chances, embracing change, and making the moves that can transform our lives.

Now, as we reach the halfway point of the year, the question remains:

Have you taken your Big Swing yet?

In this special encore presentation from my former show, Single Lady Chronicles, Lloyd Hassell—host and creator of Thee Big Swing—shares insights on purpose, possibility, personal growth, and the moments that challenge us to step into something greater.

Whether you're watching for the first time or revisiting the conversation, the message is just as relevant today as it was when it first aired.

Special Guest:
 Lloyd Hassell
 Host & Creator of Thee Big Swing

Learn more at:
 https://theebigswing.com​

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Right Now with Rhenotha
Hosted by Rhenotha Whitaker

Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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Today I found myself sitting in my car, watching life unfold in a quiet suburban neighborhood. Families rode bikes together. Neighbors stopped to talk. Seniors jogged down peaceful streets. Birds chirped. People simply enjoyed being outside.

What surprised me wasn't what I saw. It was what I felt.

For years, I've dedicated much of my life to serving communities, advocating for neighborhoods, and believing in the power of collective change. I still believe in that work. But as I sat there watching ordinary life happen, I came face-to-face with an uncomfortable truth: I want that kind of peace for myself too.

Not because I'm better than anyone. Not because I've stopped loving where I come from. But because I've realized there's a difference between loving a community and wanting a certain quality of life.

This episode is a reflection on peace, belonging, walkability, quiet streets, and the permission we sometimes need to give ourselves to want something different for the next chapter of our lives.

Maybe what I was feeling wasn't jealousy at all.

Maybe it was clarity.

Maybe the most important thing I admitted that day wasn't that I admired the neighborhood. It was that I finally allowed myself to say out loud that I want that kind of peace too.

Have you ever realized you wanted something different for your next chapter? What did that realization feel like? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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Beauty. Boldness. Breaking Barriers.

This week on Right Now with Rhenotha, Rhenotha Whitaker welcomes Krystle Allen, Co-Founder and CEO of Eyes Like Mine, along with queens from the Ms. Blind Diva Empowerment Pageant, for a powerful conversation about confidence, representation, advocacy, and the importance of being seen.

Since 2014, Eyes Like Mine has worked to empower blind and visually impaired individuals through innovative programs and community-building initiatives, including Dancing with the Blind and the Ms. Blind Diva Empowerment Pageant.

Krystle shares how being known as the "Blind Diva" because of her fashion-forward style and signature bedazzled cane inspired a movement that now celebrates beauty, confidence, leadership, and self-expression. Joined by fellow queens, she discusses the impact of representation, breaking stereotypes, and creating opportunities for others to shine.

This inspiring conversation explores what it means to challenge perceptions, embrace individuality, and lead with purpose.

Whether you're interested in advocacy, empowerment, pageantry, disability awareness, or simply hearing extraordinary stories from extraordinary people, this episode is for you.

Guest:
Krystle Allen
Co-Founder & CEO, Eyes Like Mine

Featuring:
The Queens of the Ms. Blind Diva Empowerment Pageant

Learn more about Eyes Like Mine:
www.eyeslikemine.org

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Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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The Quiet Side of Beautiful

People often assume that beauty comes with constant attention. They imagine a phone full of messages, people making advances, and romantic opportunities appearing around every corner.

But what if that's not your experience?

In this episode of Right Now Diaries, Rhenotha reflects on the disconnect between perception and reality. Despite being told throughout her life that she is beautiful, elegant, and attractive, the attention one would assume must exist often doesn't.

From before her weight loss to after, one thing has remained surprisingly consistent: being asked about attention she's not receiving.

This honest reflection explores the assumptions people make about beauty, the difference between admiration and real connection, and the challenge of navigating a reality that doesn't always match what others expect.

A thoughtful diary entry about self-worth, perception, loneliness, and finding peace with your own story instead of someone else's assumptions.

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Right Now with Rhenotha
Hosted by Rhenotha Whitaker

Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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Some lessons in life will humble you… and some will humble you with a hospital gown open in the back. 😩😂

In this hilariously honest Right Now Diary, Rhenotha shares how a lifetime of modesty, self-proclaimed prudishness, unexpected health scares, and one unforgettable church auntie completely changed her perspective on embarrassment, dignity, and the human body.

From dreading gynecologist visits to realizing doctors, nurses, and apparently church mothers have truly seen it all, this episode is a funny but meaningful reminder that maturity, healing, and life experience will shift what really matters.

Because sometimes healing requires letting go of your pride... and your privacy.

Listen if you’ve ever had a moment where life humbled you straight into freedom.

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Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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Women’s health deserves real conversation, real information, and real advocacy.

In this episode of Right Now with Rhenotha, we dive into an important discussion about the health issues women need to pay attention to right now. From prevention and wellness awareness to speaking up, asking questions, and prioritizing your own care, this conversation is a reminder that your health matters.

Too often, women juggle everything else while putting themselves last. This episode encourages listeners to pause, get informed, and take ownership of their wellness journey.

Whether you’re looking for insight, encouragement, or a reminder to schedule that appointment, this conversation is for you.

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Right Now with Rhenotha is an experience designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. Blending conversation, storytelling, and everyday moments, it captures the energy of what's happening right now.

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