Voiced Thoughts Talk Show and Podcast

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Voiced Thoughts Talk Show and Podcast, host Danette Mahabeer-Turner welcomes author G. Todd Smith to explore Josie: A True Story of Race, Rescue, and Resilience. Inspired by an extraordinary true family story, Josie takes us back to 1906 Mississippi, where one remarkable act of compassion changed the life of a Black newborn during the Jim Crow era. Through themes of racial injustice, courage, faith, family, and the enduring strength of the human spirit, Todd shares the inspiration behind this deeply moving historical novel and the lessons Josie's journey holds for generations today.

Join us for a meaningful conversation about looking beyond racial lines, overcoming adversity, and recognizing the extraordinary power of love and humanity.

Get your copy of Josie: Available on Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, bookstores, and libraries.

Connect with the author: [email protected]

In this deeply moving conversation, Danette sat down with author and military veteran James Long to explore the unimaginable pain of losing a son while serving. Through his story and his book, Serving While Grieving for Our Son, James shared a powerful perspective on grief, service, love, and the journey of navigating life after loss- a conversation that reminds us of the importance of making space for the pain we carry and the stories we need to hear.

Danette sat down with a childcare facility owner, Jennifer Bass, to discuss the growing issue of childcare deserts and the impact they have on families, children, and communities; an important conversation about access, challenges, and solutions.

Published Author of One Step Above, Reginald Calloway, sat down with host Danette Mahabeer-Turner to discuss the invisible ceiling that shapes ambition, identity, and growth, and so much more.....

Henry Snorton III, otherwise known as The Startup Guru shared his knowledge and experience on the 3 Paths To Business Ownership.

Jonathan Althoff sat down with host Danette Mahabeer-Turner to share about the song he wrote to honor the life of Stephanie Stacey, a young woman of Paducah, KY, who was murdered by her husband in December 2025. The song is titled "It's Not Supposed To Be This Way" by JRT Studios.

In this powerful and purposeful conversation, I sit down with Rhonda McCorry to explore the importance of preserving African American history—our stories, our legacy, and our truth. From generational impact to community responsibility, this episode highlights why remembering the past is essential to shaping our future. This is more than history; it’s identity, resilience, and a call to continue honoring the voices that paved the way. Tune in, reflect, and be inspired.

In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, we sit down with Amber Dawn to explore what it truly means to reclaim your sacred feminine power. From healing past wounds to rediscovering inner strength, Amber shares insight on embracing authenticity, intuition, and the divine energy that lives within every woman. This conversation dives deep into self-worth, resilience, and the journey of coming back home to yourself—unapologetically and fully empowered. Whether you’re in a season of healing, growth, or rediscovery, this episode will inspire you to reconnect with your voice, your power, and your purpose.  It’s time to rise, reclaim, and remember who you are.

Addiction doesn’t just impact the person struggling—it affects families, hearts, and lives in ways many people never see. In this deeply moving episode of Voiced Thoughts Talk Show and Podcast, we sit down with a mother who experienced the unimaginable—losing her son to addiction. Through overwhelming grief, she found herself turning to alcohol to numb the pain. But her story didn’t end there. Today, she has transformed her pain into purpose, bringing messages of hope, healing, and recovery into addiction recovery centers to inspire others who are fighting their own battles. This powerful conversation explores grief, addiction, recovery, and the incredible strength it takes to turn tragedy into a mission to help others. A story of loss. A journey through recovery. A powerful reminder that hope can still be found after addiction. If you or someone you love has been impacted by addiction, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

Hope Beyond the Battlefield explores the often unseen journey veterans face after the uniform comes off. In this heartfelt episode of Voiced Thoughts Talk Show and Podcast, we sit down with Ronnie "Sir Duke" Jones, a veteran, rapper, and leader, to talk about the real challenges of transitioning back to civilian life — from identity loss and mental health struggles to PTSD, purpose, and healing. Through vulnerability, music, and service to others, he shares how he continues to fight battles within while building hope for fellow veterans through his coalition. This conversation shines a light on the struggles many don’t see — and the strength it takes to keep going. Because sometimes the hardest battles are the ones we fight at home.