The Embraced Life

In this episode of The EmBraced Life, Robert Brace sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor to explore how strength, muscle, body composition and the right health metrics can change the way women approach aging. Together, they look beyond the number on the scale and ask a bigger question: how can we stay strong, healthy and fully engaged in our lives for as long as possible? Dr. Poynor opens up about g...

In this episode of The EmBraced Life, Robert Brace sits down with Brandice Daniel, founder and CEO of Harlem’s Fashion Row, to talk about entrepreneurship, faith, resilience, health, and building opportunities for designers of color. Brandice shares the journey behind Harlem’s Fashion Row, from periods of financial uncertainty and questioning whether to continue, to major partnerships and the grou...

In this episode of The EmBraced Life, Robert Brace is on the other side of the interview to explore what strength training can make possible for women in midlife: not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. Drawing on his experience as a former professional dancer and years of training women at Brace Life Studios, Robert explains why strength is about far more than lifting heavier weights....

Robert Brace and Dr. Elizabeth Poynor are on a mission to help women in midlife understand what strength training can make possible across the menopause spectrum—and to create a more informed, effective, and empowering path to long-term health. Enrollment is open now for their formal 12-week, medically supervised research study for women in midlife. Learn how you can connect with Robert and Dr. Po...

This episode of Grown Woman Talk brings together powerful voices for an honest, eye-opening conversation about menopause, aging, and women’s health. From personal stories to expert insight, the panel dives into everything from brain fog and body changes to the emotional and physical realities women face in midlife. For many, menopause was never discussed growing up—and this conversation breaks tha...

In this episode of The Embraced Life, we talk with Suzanne Deegan, a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 CEOs who is often called in during moments of crisis and high-stakes decision-making. Suzanne shares insights on leadership, executive presence, navigating power, and making clear decisions under pressure. She also opens up about intuition, knowing your worth, and how personal growth and motherhood...

Jeanine Liburd reflects on a career spent shaping culture, community, and leadership at the highest levels. But this episode of the Embrace Life Podcast goes deeper, host Robert Brace explores how Jeanine helped define BET as a year-round cultural force, long before “Black Excellence” became a mainstream phrase. Together, they unpack storytelling as power, leadership through transition and grief,...

Chris Hansen takes on Roblox in his latest investigation, uncovering shocking dangers in one of the world’s most popular platforms for kids. But this episode of the Embrace Life podcast goes deeper — host Robert Brace explores how Hansen has built brand longevity and media influence from To Catch a Predator to launching TruBlu. Together, they break down what it takes to expose predators, hold plat...

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Want To Learn More About Robert? | CLICK HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/robertbrace/?hl=enWant To Learn More About Nadja? | CLICK HEREhttps://www.instagram.com/nadjabellan/Check Out Brace Life Studios!https://bracelifestudios.com/In this episode of the "Embrace Live Podcast," host Robert Brace, owner of brace life studios interviews Nadja Bellan-White, a veteran in brand building and adve...

In this episode of the "The EmBraced Life Podcast," Robert Brace interviews Cara Robinson, former CEO of Shea Moisture. They discuss Cara's impressive career journey, including her roles at Clinique and L'Oréal Paris, and the cultural significance of Shea Moisture in the Black community. Cara shares the challenges she faced after the brand's sale to Unilever, her personal gro...

In this episode of the "Embrace Live Podcast," host Robert and guest Mori Taheripour, author of "Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly," explore the theme of negotiation, focusing on self-negotiation and cultural contexts. Mori shares her journey as an entrepreneur, her struggles with self-doubt, and her 2010 diagnosis of multiple sclero...

In this episode of The EmBraced Life Podcast, host Robert Brace engages with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, an expert in women's health, to discuss "Menopause 101." Dr. Poynor shares her insights on menopause, perimenopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). The conversation covers the physiological changes women experience during menopause, the benefits of HRT, and the importance of proactive healthc...