One Voice Evolving

In this episode, Kim sits down with Samantha Jones for a powerful conversation about identity, voice, and rebuilding self-trust in midlife. For many women over 40, midlife becomes a turning point — a time to examine power dynamics, inherited beliefs, and the systems that shaped our identity. As more women step into leadership and personal reinvention, conversations around racial equity, systemic p...

This episode of One Voice Evolving explores the intersection of racial equity, systemic privilege, and midlife reinvention through an honest and expansive conversation with Shari Dunn. Together, Kim and Shari unpack how identity and leadership evolve when women over 40 begin rebuilding self-trust while examining power dynamics and social conditioning. From faith shifts to navigating systemic struc...

In this thought-provoking conversation, Kim sits down with Renae Ninneman to explore the powerful impact of cross-cultural experiences, identity shifts, and the deeper work of understanding humanity beyond surface-level differences. Drawing from her time living abroad and navigating reverse culture shock, Renae shares how stepping outside familiar environments challenges assumptions, reshapes iden...

In Part 2 of this deeply honest conversation, Kim continues her dialogue with therapist Maya Nelson, moving beyond awareness into what real transformation actually requires. Together they explore: - why silence often protects harmful systems - the difference between performative allyship and authentic engagement - how discomfort becomes a doorway to growth - istening without defensiveness or fragi...

In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation, Kim sits down with therapist Maya Nelson to explore the intersection of race, trauma, identity, and personal growth through an honest, unfiltered lens. Together, they unpack: - what happens when privilege becomes visible - why “colorblindness” isn’t the solution - how hierarchy shapes relationships and institutions - the emotional reality of allysh...

In this deeply illuminating conversation, Kim sits down with Renae Fieck to explore the wisdom hidden inside women’s cycles—and why midlife is not a breakdown, but a breakthrough. Renae shares how understanding the neurophysiology and endocrinology of women’s cycles radically changed the way she worked, created, and led her life. Together, they unpack how perimenopause lifts a “veil” many women di...

Kim Brassor kicks off 2026 with a real-world approach to goal setting—without hustle culture, shame, or willpower games. Instead of forcing SMART goals or “white-knuckling” your way into change, she guides listeners through uncovering inherited “shoulds,” sorting the beliefs you were handed, clarifying core values, and reconnecting to desires, dreams, and visions that energize you from the inside...

Life speaker and strategist Taryn LaRae joins Kim Brassor to explore divine alignment, grief, and rebuilding from the inside out. Taryn shares how losing her father reshaped her faith, purpose, and inner voice—and why alignment isn’t perfection, it’s truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kim is joined by Nancy Norbeck for a conversation about creativity, perfectionism, and the quiet ways we’re trained to abandon what wants to come through us. Nancy shares how reclaiming creativity isn’t about talent or output—it’s about permission. Permission to play, to make “bad art,” to stop judging ourselves, and to remember who we were before productivity and approval became...

In this episode, Kim sits down with Sue Lehman, a steady, behind-the-scenes force whose gift is simplicity, discernment, and grounded support. Together, they explore the freedom that comes from not staying in spaces that no longer fit, the courage it takes to be honest without harshness, and why every ecosystem needs both fast-moving visionaries and those who quietly create structure and clarity....

Season 3 wasn’t about content. It was about clarity. After 75 conversations, something became undeniable: This work—racial equity, truth-telling, and staying present in discomfort—is what I am meant to do in this lifetime. This compilation is a reflection of Season 3 of One Voice Evolving—a weaving together of moments, insights, and hard-earned wisdom from conversations that challenged me, stretch...

What if going “home for the holidays” didn’t mean shrinking back into the old role you’ve outgrown? In this episode, Kim shares how AI was used to scrape her Home for the Holidays workshop—and why that pushed her to protect her work, her people, and this sacred content. Then you’ll get curated snippets from the live class: family systems, the three “dis” rules (don’t talk, don’t trust, don’t feel)...

In this unscripted solo closer, Kim looks straight into the lens and names the year: a season of surrender, leaps of faith, strange landings—and a rebirth. She shares how One Voice Evolving is moving from seasons to momentum (next up: Episode 76), why truth—not performance—belongs at center stage, and what higher-tech, higher-touch will mean for 2026 as her work across One Voice Evolving, Trouble...

Kim welcomes Monica Hebert , an artist and prolific Substack writer she met online, and the two instantly vibe like long-lost friends. Monica traces her path from youngest-child observer to New York producer and 40-year working artist, then to daily writer whose work resonates with thousands. Together they unpack “ soul interruptions ” (Monica’s reframing of midlife/menopause), deconstructing fami...

In this gripping and prophetic conversation, Kim sits down with Jen Appel — writer, educator, and founder of the Somewhere I Read movement — to dissect America’s spiritual and cultural identity crisis and reimagine what the real American dream could look like. Appel, whose background spans teaching, theology, and activism, speaks with unflinching honesty about the roots of America’s hypocrisy — ho...

In this deeply honest and healing conversation, Kim Brassor sits down with Dawn Boullion, licensed professional counselor, trauma therapist, and founder of Embrace Your Brave, to explore how generational and religious trauma keep women silent—and how healing begins when we finally reclaim our own voice. Dawn shares her journey from a strict Baptist upbringing to becoming a therapist and host of No...

Kim sits down with Manny Faces—award-winning journalist, speaker, and cultural strategist—to explore why hip-hop is far more than a music genre. Manny breaks down hip-hop’s five elements (MCing, DJing, breaking, graffiti, and knowledge), its Bronx origins amid disinvestment, and how the culture’s “remix mindset” fuels collaborative problem-solving across education, mental health, civics, and more....

In this powerful conversation, Kim sits down with Rev. Erika Tubman, founder of the Tubman Travel Project—a modern-day network helping women access reproductive care safely across state lines. Drawing parallels to the Underground Railroad, Rev. Erika shares how her work began, the challenges of navigating post-Roe America, and how small acts of courage and organized care are transforming lives. Th...

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Evelyn Tribole, the co-creator of the revolutionary approach to food, Intuitive Eating. An award-winning registered dietitian, speaker, and author, Evelyn has dedicated her career to helping individuals forge a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and their minds. With multiple editions of her influential book, "Intuitive Eating," and a wealth of...

In this fascinating episode, we welcome genealogy expert Mica Anders to discuss the profound impact of ancestry research on personal identity and cultural understanding. Mica specializes in delving beyond the mere data of genealogy, exploring the rich stories and lived experiences that shaped our ancestors. As Kim embarks on her journey of deconstructing whiteness and uncovering her own family his...

In this engaging episode, we welcome playwright, director, and essayist Karen Malpede to share her inspiring journey through the world of theater, identity, and social justice. Karen recounts her upbringing in Evanston, Illinois, the loss of her father, and the challenges she faced as a member of a mixed-marriage family during a time of racial and cultural tension. From her early days feeling like...

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Donna Zajonc, co-founder of The Empowerment Dynamic (TED) and author of the acclaimed book, The Empowerment Dynamic . With over two decades of experience in professional coaching and workplace dynamics, Donna delves into the crucial concept of the Drama Triangle, exploring the three roles individuals often adopt in conflict situations: Victim, Persecutor, a...

In this important episode, we dive deep into the complexities of whiteness and the socialization of white women in contemporary society. Kim shares her journey over the past two and a half years, focusing on using her privilege to not only be an ally but an advocate for social justice. Through personal anecdotes and insights from her ancestry course, our amazing guest Eleanor Hancock illustrates t...

In this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing the remarkable Lady Borton, a seasoned humanitarian who has dedicated her life to understanding and addressing the aftermath of the Vietnam War. Our conversation spans her diverse experiences in Vietnam during 1969, where she transitioned from a nurse to a journalist photographer, and later into a reparations specialist. At 82, Lady Borton is a...

In this candid episode, Kim opens up about the transformative shifts happening in her life and invites listeners to join her on this journey of self-discovery and deconstruction. Reflecting on her experiences as a guest on various podcasts, she shares the importance of being in the driver's seat of her own narrative and the significance of personal pivots in response to life changes. Join us as sh...