Shaping Freedom With Lisane Basquiat

In this milestone 100th episode, Lisane Basquiat gathers with longtime collaborators Ryan and Billy to celebrate the evolution of the Shaping Freedom podcast. What begins as a celebratory roundtable filled with laughter, storytelling, and champagne soon unfolds into a powerful reflection on personal growth, community, and the transformational impact of authentic conversations.Key Themes:

Special Guest Reflections:Throughout the episode, Lisane and her team react in real time to heartfelt video messages sent by past podcast guests. Highlights include:

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In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Lisane Basquiat sits down with legendary singer and actress Melba Moore. They explore Melba’s remarkable journey from schoolteacher to award-winning artist, her deep faith, her courage to pursue dreams against the odds, and her passion for growth and contribution. Melba opens up about creativity, aging, her new music—including the single No Filter—and what it means to live a life of purpose, perseverance, and freedom.Key Themes:

Call to Action:Support Melba’s latest single No Filter and follow her ongoing artistic journey.

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In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Lisane Basquiat sits down with Alexis Rodriguez, Shannon Morrison, and Lakeysha Sowunmi from Community HousingWorks — a San Diego-based nonprofit redefining affordable housing. Together, they unpack how a stable home is just the beginning. Through supportive services focused on financial wellness, education, health, and leadership, Community HousingWorks empowers over 12,000 residents across California and Texas to not just survive — but to thrive. From senior tech literacy programs to student scholarships and civic advocacy, this conversation is a masterclass on creating generational impact through housing equity.Key Themes:

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In this deeply heartfelt episode, Lisane Basquiat sits down with emotional resilience strategist, author, and founder of Collective Resiliency, Denita Austin. From her early days at NASA to leading sacred spaces for women’s healing, Denita shares her remarkable journey of transformation—from structure to soul.


Key Topics:
Denita’s shift from NASA to spiritual and emotional wellness
Creating safe, ego-free spaces for women to unmask and be seen
The importance of emotional resilience, self-reflection, and vulnerability
How women can support one another more authentically
The danger of armor: titles, personas, and detachment
Why asking “How’s your heart space?” matters more than ever


Highlights:
“I’m not hiding my smile. I’m going to be happy—even if it makes you uncomfortable.”
“We lose sight of our softness. We forget how we supported each other as children.”
“Let’s take off the title. Who are you without it?”


Denita’s path from corporate rigidity to yoga, writing, and holistic leadership

This episode is a powerful reminder that healing begins within—and expands when we dare to show up fully.

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In this heart-centered episode, Lisane Basquiat sits down with Eboné Almon, creator of The Professional Homegirl podcast, to explore the transformative power of storytelling and the strength found in embracing one’s truth. Eboné shares how the loss of her grandmother propelled her into the world of podcasting and how her platform has become a safe haven for Black women to anonymously share their stories of resilience, healing, and identity.

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In this episode, Josiah and Kofi dive into the journey of personal growth, self-awareness, and transformation. They explore what it means to live authentically, confront limiting beliefs, and shape a life rooted in purpose and freedom. Expect real talk, powerful insights, and inspiring moments from two dynamic voices.

Black in Every Color, Art in Every Form

Artist List

Team: Josiah David Jones, Kofi Siriboe, Nakeyta Moore, Audrey Wiltz

THE MOVEMENT - LA Catalogue
THE MIGRATION - NOLA Catalogue 
Aiseborn LA
Ade Agunmono LA
Adrienne Muse LA
Autumn Breon LA
Brandon Gastinell LA
Brittney S. Price LA
Natou Fall LA
Jatairee Hudson Jr. NOLA + LA
JOJO ABOT LA
Kader Amkpa LA
Langston Allston NOLA + LA
LÁOLÚ Senbanjo LA
Miles Regis LA
Steven John Irby LA
Tumi Adeyele LA
Zay Monae LA
Doug Hickman Jr. LA
Pro$per Jones NOLA + LA
Ceaux NOLA 
Giani Jones NOLA
J-Hand (Jessica Strahan) NOLA + LA
Compton III NOLA + LA
Delaney George NOLA + LA

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In this empowering episode of Shaping Freedom, host Lisane Basquiat welcomes etiquette expert, entrepreneur, and media personality Elaine Swann for an authentic and deeply resonant conversation. Elaine opens up about her journey from a young girl growing up with a strong family foundation to becoming a pioneer in the modern etiquette space. Together, they explore the power of boundaries, the evolution of self-trust, and the role of discipline and faith in building a fulfilling life. With humor and candor, Elaine shares the behind-the-scenes truths of entrepreneurship, the strength it takes to pivot, and the clarity that comes from honoring your values. This episode is a masterclass in shaping a life and business rooted in purpose and self-respect.

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Live from the Baltimore Story Fest, Ansa Edim shares how storytelling helped her reclaim her voice after a divorce, explores personal freedom, and builds a life in fun, truth, and agency. Her vulnerability and humor reveal how owning your narrative can be deeply healing.Key Themes:

Quote:“I don’t lose anything by being vulnerable—I only have something to gain.”

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In this inspiring episode of Shaping Freedom taped at the Baltimore Story Fest, Lisane sits down with Youth Pastor/ leader and youth advocate Antoine Garrett. With a foundation built on faith, grace, and a commitment to uplifting the next generation and teaching of having patience with the youth. Antoine shares his journey of personal growth, spiritual awakening, and transformative leadership. From navigating adversity to mentoring youth, Antoine opens up about the power of showing up authentically—and the deep responsibility that comes with leading by example.

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In this powerful episode of Shaping Freedom, we sit down with Nichole MacDonald — entrepreneur, community builder, and visionary — as she shares how she transformed her brand into not just a business, but a movement and a thriving community. Through every trial and tribulation, Nichole stayed committed to her decisions and stayed grounded in her purpose. She opens up about the everyday challenges she faced personally and being resilient, the power of walking through the storm, and how she learned to connect with her audience through positivity. This episode is a reminder that even on the hardest days, trying your best and making decisions on your own conscience can take you further than you think.

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