The SPEAKHER Podcast

Self-esteem doesn’t start in adulthood. It begins early… shaped by what we were told, what we experienced, and what we were expected to become.

In this opening episode of The Psychology of Us, we start at the foundation.

We explore how self-esteem is formed in Black women through early messages, childhood environments, and the subtle (and not so subtle) ways identity is shaped over time.

This conversation unpacks:

• The lack of consistent affirmation many young Black girls experience
• The early adultification of Black girls and the pressure to “be grown” too soon
• The impact of being labeled, corrected, and conditioned before fully developing identity
• The question we don’t always ask: Who told you who you were?
• And the difference between survival and identity

This is not about blame. It’s about awareness. Because you cannot rebuild what you don’t first recognize.

If you’ve ever questioned why you think the way you do about yourself…this is where the conversation begins.

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Excited was an understatement! 

I had the honor of sitting down with a legend within the D9 community. That's right, W. Eric Lusain joined me for a conversation on:

- Maximizing your leverage as an entrepreneur

- Navigating grief with his family in this season

- Balancing mental health...and so much more. 

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Jessica Grace stopped by to unpack what it means to navigate faith, leadership, and identity as a Black woman in 2026. We discuss the weight behind the best of ministry - not just the platform. 

If you've ever felt called and stretched at the same time, this conversation gives language to that tension. 

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Here is a BTS episode as we prepare to kick of new live episodes of The SpeakHer Podcast. In this episode, I am sharing:

- What's coming up next

- The jourmey behind the TSP Soundtrack

- What's up with the color pink and brand identity for me (It's personal)

Be sure to tap in & share with a friend...or three. 

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Hey, ya'll hey! Welcome to the 2026 Season of The SpeakHer Podcast. Before we dive into these exciting conversations impacting the community and the culture, I wanted to take a moment to pause and give you a few things to consider as you begin your creative journey for this year. 

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In this special year-end episode, The SPEAKHER Podcast reflects on the stories that shaped Black life in 2025. From key findings in the State of Black America Report to economic pressure, media shifts, and community resilience, Camille breaks down what changed — and what still demands accountability. 

This episode also includes an important case update on Lauren Smith-Fields, ensuring listeners stay informed on where her case stands today. Thoughtful, grounded, and necessary — this recap centers truth, context, and memory as we move forward.

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This year has flowwnnnn by and I wanted to take a moment to say thank you and show love those our listeners domestically and abroad. 

I look forward to connecting with you all in the coming year. Blessings and have a blessed and safe New Year!

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Ladies, we had to respond, right?! Don't complain about being left on read without getting...READ!!! It's time to clear the air. 

We are taking the most popular episodes and flipping them into songs to bring you the TSP soundtrack. 

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The confession! Yes, we had to clear the air because there's always a truth waiting to be revealed. 

We are taking the most popular episodes and flipping them into songs to bring you the TSP soundtrack. 

TSP is the gift that keeps on giving!

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I am taking some of our most popular podcast episodes and flipping them into music to create a soundtrack to bring you a podcast experience on the next level. From our love + relationships series, ON READ is sure to make a person reconsider how defined terms can make or make a relationship.

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