According to the Washington Post, 30% of Americans are showing signs of clinical anxiety and depression. As a result, many of us are tapping into CBD and other plant-based healing agents to manage our stress and anxiety. This is where today's guest, Carolyn Gray, the founder of Noire Bud comes in. We'll be dispelling some of the popular myths around CBD, addressing the lack of representation for Black women in the CBD industry, and last but certainly not least, Carolyn will share the countless ways that CBD can enhance the quality of our lives.

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Andrea Pitter, founder of Pantora Bridal and accidental reality TV star, has an incredible story to tell. As a designer with a thriving business, she never wanted to be on TV but after several friends shared details for Amazon’s Making The Cut, Andrea applied for the competition and we're so happy she did! As the winner for the show's second season, Andrea won the million-dollar prize, mentorship with industry icons, and an opportunity to sell her pieces on Amazon Fashion. Find out how Andrea remains humble and centered through one of the most pivotal chapters in her career.

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Renae Bluitt sits down with designer Fe Noel to discuss how she created a name for herself as an outlier in the fashion industry. 

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Christine Platt chats with Renae Bluitt about her new book, "The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living with Less" and how overconsumption impacts us far beyond our pockets and wardrobes.

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Check out She Did That, hosted by Renae Bluitt coming to Dear Media on October 4th!

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Tia Williams has been advocating for Black women's representation in the publishing industry for years. She's truly been on the front line for us, fighting for stories that aren't rooted in struggle and trauma, to let the world know that we may be many things, but we're far from monolithic. In her latest masterpiece, Seven Days in June, Tia reminds us that Black women deserve joy, love, success, second chances and all the blessings this beautiful world has to offer.

In 2014, Monique Rodriguez started Mielle Organics in her Merrillville, Indiana garage. Fast forward to 2021, and Mielle has evolved from the garage to the shelf and is now a multi-million-dollar brand sold in over 100,000 major retailers.  At the height of COVID-19, Mielle experienced a 156% surge in growth but the real flex in Monique's story is that she's equally passionate about paving the way for other Black women entrepreneurs. Giving back to move forward is this boss babe's delicious recipe for success.

From selling luxury handbags and head wraps to filling our homes with joy through gorgeous plant life, Kalkidan (Kalu) Gebreyohannes has done it all. This Ethiopian queen has flexed her creative muscles in multiple industries, but her commitment to creating vibes & safe spaces for us never wavers. The success of her latest venture, Blk Girls Green House, is rooted in the elevation of Black-owned brands, local shopping, and fellowship. Tap in to episode eight to find out why and how Kalu did that.