The SPEAKHER Podcast

Heart + Soul 2026 returns as we continue our conversation with men to discuss faith, relationships, and mental health. This year, I sat down with Byron Dixon, Recondius O'Brien, Prescott Mack, W. Eric Lusain, Antwan Aiken, Jhalen Daniels, Jason B. Allen, and Derek D. Ross.

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A veteran to radio in the Music City, Carlo Hale sits down with me to discuss the history of radio in Nashville, TN as well as the business side of radio. Tune-in and join us for this conversation on understanding why there are soooo many commercials and the future of radio in a streaming world. 

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We are kicking off a new season and sitting down with Recondius O'Brien. 

What you may experience with your hair goes deeper than you realize. Tune in as a conversation about Black hair + hair shifts into a conversation about capacity, sources of stress, and how it truly impacts the health of your hair, scalp, and overall health.

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Money isn't just about income. It's about security, trust, identity, and lived experience.

In this conversation with @sealstheman, we unpack one of the most nuanced conversations happening today.

Why are Black women among the most educated demographics in the country? How has that shaped our earning potential? And what happens when a woman earns more than her partner?

This isn't about competition between men and women. It's about understanding the experiences that shaped us.

For many Black women, financial independence wasn't built from pride. It was built from necessity.

When you've watched mothers, grandmothers, sisters, friends, or even yourself carry the weight, provide stability, and become the "soft place to land" for everyone else, it changes how you approach relationships, money, and partnership.

What does healthy partnership look like when traditional expectations meet modern realities?

Let's have the conversation.

🎧🎙️ Watch the full episode and join us as we explore money, relationships, vulnerability, and the realities many people experience but rarely discuss.

💕 I'd love to hear your perspective.

💬 Do you think income changes relationship dynamics, or is it really about communication, trust, and shared values?

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Dr. Tamla V. Autry returns to share:

- The impact of transparency with God

- Her latest book series, The Ruth Series

- Making yourself available to receive love

- The importance of affirming the next generation in the classroom...and so much more!

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What does it truly mean to serve creatively in ministry while remaining grounded, teachable, and aligned with purpose?

In this episode of The SpeakHer Podcast, JaiTee joins me for an honest conversation about creative serving, humility, leadership, and understanding that no individual is bigger than the vision, assignment, or program itself.

We discuss:

• Serving with the right heart posture
• Balancing creativity and obedience
• Ego vs. assignment
• The importance of teamwork in ministry
• Remaining teachable while growing creatively
• Navigating visibility without losing humility
• Understanding the weight and responsibility of leadership

This conversation is for creatives, leaders, ministry teams, entrepreneurs, and anyone learning how to steward their gifts with wisdom and maturity.

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As creatives, many of us spend too much time chasing what’s next while overlooking the value of what we already possess. 

Derek D. Ross joins The SpeakHer Podcast for a transparent conversation about maximizing your current gifts, skills, ideas, and resources without constantly reinventing the wheel.

Together, we discuss:
• Why creatives often undervalue what they already have
• The importance of repurposing and refining existing ideas
• Navigating seasons of transition and pivoting
• The tension between faith and fear during uncertain seasons
• Building with intention instead of constantly chasing trends
• Learning how to evolve without abandoning your foundation

This episode is for creators, innovators, entrepreneurs, and visionaries learning how to trust the process while navigating growth in real time.

Sometimes the next level is not hidden in something new.

Sometimes it is hidden in finally maximizing what is already in your hands. 

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Mental health conversations are becoming more visible across social media and digital spaces, but what happens when influence moves faster than ethics?

Licensed mental health professional Adelia Johnson joins The SpeakHer Podcast for an important conversation surrounding ethics in mental health, the necessity of licensure, accountability within the profession, and the growing impact of online advice culture.

Together, we discuss:
• Why licensure and professional standards matter
• The dangers of misinformation in mental health spaces
• Boundaries, ethics, and responsibility in counseling
• The difference between support and professional care
• Social media’s influence on mental health conversations
• Creating healthier spaces for healing and growth

This episode is thoughtful, honest, and necessary for anyone navigating today’s evolving mental health landscape.

Join us for a conversation centered on professionalism, healing, responsibility, and the importance of protecting people through ethical care.

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Education. Culture. Community. Accountability.

Jason B. Allen returns to The SpeakHer Podcast for a timely and necessary conversation surrounding today’s educational climate, the realities educators are facing, and how parents can better support both teachers and students in this current social environment.

Together, we discuss:
• The ongoing challenges inside the classroom
• The social and emotional impact on educators and students
• The importance of communication between parents and schools
• Representation, leadership, and advocacy in education
• What support truly looks like for the next generation

This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and rooted in solutions.

If you are a parent, educator, mentor, leader, or simply someone concerned about the future of education, this episode is for you.

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In this impactful episode of The SpeakHer Podcast, educator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Antwan Aiken joins the conversation to discuss representation in higher education, leadership spaces, and the ongoing importance of mental health conversations for Black men.

Together, we explore how visibility, advocacy, mentorship, and access continue to shape the experiences of Black students and professionals navigating educational and professional environments. We also discuss the emotional pressures many Black men face while balancing leadership, expectations, identity, and wellness.

This episode offers an honest and necessary conversation surrounding education, representation, emotional health, and the importance of creating spaces where Black voices are seen, heard, and supported.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Representation in higher education and leadership spaces
• Why visibility and mentorship matter
• The emotional and mental health challenges Black men often navigate
• Breaking cycles of silence surrounding mental wellness
• Advocacy, community, and educational equity
• Leadership, identity, and personal growth

This conversation is reflective, insightful, and rooted in purpose, offering listeners space to think deeper about representation, healing, and impact across education and culture.

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