Shaping Freedom With Lisane Basquiat

In this episode, Lisane sits down with KJ Rose—Grammy Award-winning performance director, author, and founder of The Rose Effect. KJ shares her journey from stage fright to working with icons like Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake, and how she now helps people step into their power.

We talk about what confidence really means, how to own your presence in any room, and why showing up authentically is the most powerful thing you can do.

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In this episode, Lisane Basquiat sits down with Dana Mason to explore Rhythms of Healing, a program blending hip hop, meditation, and wellness practices. Dana shares her journey from the music industry to holistic healing, and how music, culture, and sound can be powerful tools for releasing trauma and reconnecting mind, body, and soul

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Drs. Katie & Gay Hendricks, pioneers in conscious relationships and transformation, founders of the Hendricks Institute, authors of over 50 books including The Big Leap and Conscious Loving.

In this episode of Shaping Freedom, Lisane sits down with Katie and Gay Hendricks, leaders in conscious living and relationships. They talk about what it really takes to show up fully in love and in life—commitment, authenticity, and learning to let go of blame. From tuning into the body’s wisdom to breaking free from old patterns and self-sabotage, this conversation is filled with practical insights on creating relationships rooted in truth, appreciation, and presence.Learn how to set boundaries without guilt. Join Lisane's next Protect Your Peace Shaping Session today: https://shapingfreedom.com/boundaries-workshop

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Principal Toria Avila joins Lisane to talk honestly about what middle school looks like in South LA today — from the pressure of test-driven systems to the emotional work of keeping kids safe and seen. Toria shares the experiences that shaped her, what teachers and parents really need, and small shifts that could make schools work better for kids and communities.

Notable quote
“We could not lower the standard… your struggles were not going to determine the type of education I was going to put in front of you.” — Toria Avila.
 
Takeaways
Pause: ask your child what they might be carrying emotionally — and actually listen.

Advocate for balanced metrics: push for ways schools recognize creative and social-emotional strengths, not just test scores.

Support teachers and leaders — rest and wellbeing matter for the whole school to thrive.

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Host Lisane Basquiat speaks with Doug Boxer (LA Fire Justice) and Chris Holden about the Jan 7, 2025 Eaton Fire in Altadena — its causes, community impact, and recovery efforts. They discuss legal action against utilities, survivor support programs like Mental Health Mondays and Ashes & Echoes, and ways listeners can help rebuild and sustain the community.

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In this heartfelt conversation, Lisane Basquiat sits down with author and speaker Devin C. Hughes to explore what it means to find joy, healing, and purpose through lived experience. Devin opens up about his biracial identity, childhood challenges, and the journey of unlearning trauma to cultivate emotional wellbeing. Together, they dive into the power of gratitude, conscious parenting, and the importance of vulnerability, storytelling, and rewriting personal narratives. From his book Contrast to his inspiring children’s literature, Devin shares how he’s reshaping the next generation’s beliefs—one authentic story at a time.

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In this episode of the Shaping Freedom podcast, Baratunde Thurston shares his deeply personal journey of healing from generational trauma while exploring what it means to be an active citizen in today’s world. Known for his work at the intersection of justice, joy, and possibility, Baratunde offers a powerful framework for understanding citizenship as a verb—an ongoing practice rooted in both self-awareness and collective responsibility.

Baratunde, an Emmy-nominated host, New York Times bestselling author, and Webby Award-winning podcaster, reflects on his current projects, including America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston on PBS, the How to Citizen podcast, and A Life With Machines, where he explores our evolving relationship with AI and technology.

Throughout the conversation, themes of community building, freedom, and self-determination are woven together. He challenges the notion of freedom as a solo pursuit, emphasizing that true freedom exists in relation to others. His vision progresses through courage, justice, and freedom, ultimately leading to peace—a message that encourages listeners to embrace their role in creating a more connected and intentional world.

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In this illuminating episode of Shaping Freedom, Lisane Basquiat is joined by double board-certified psychiatrist and brain health expert Dr. Napatia T. Gettings. Together, they explore the transformative power of understanding brain health as the foundation of mental and emotional well-being.

Dr. Gettings shares her groundbreaking work integrating brain imaging, trauma recovery, and holistic psychiatric care—particularly for youth, professionals, and communities of color. She discusses how early life experiences, systemic challenges, and even overlooked biological factors like gut health and hormones contribute to how we think, feel, and function.

From addressing trauma and sleep hygiene to rethinking how we raise children and care for ourselves, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to move from symptom management to true healing.

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This week on The Shaping Freedom Podcast with Lisane Basquiat, we're diving into the transformative power of choosing faith over fear—and how that choice can shape everything from your purpose to your relationships.

Our guest, Carmella Johnson, knows what it’s like to live between the tension of safety and calling. A speaker, author, and leadership coach, Carmella shares her journey of leaving corporate life to pursue her soul’s work: helping others activate their voice and stand in their truth.

In this powerful and reflective conversation, Carmella and Lisane explore the lessons of surrender, the necessity of boundaries, and how generational patterns show up in our lives—until we decide to break them. Carmella opens up about the pivotal moment she realized she was living someone else’s version of success, and how letting go of the known made space for something far more authentic.

This episode is an invitation to trust yourself more deeply. To listen to the whispers. To honor your inner knowing—even when it leads you into the unknown.
Grab a pen, your favorite journal, and give yourself permission to reimagine what’s possible. You may just walk away with a new sense of clarity and courage.

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