The Nola Ro Experience

Dr. Shawna Norris knew she was good at what she did. She also learned she couldn’t show how good she was all at once. Too passionate. Too assertive. Slow down. Be palatable. And that’s where this conversation gets interesting. Because shrinking doesn’t only happen in boardrooms. It can happen when you stop celebrating your wins because a friend seems uncomfortable. When you keep the peace in your...

All the Lives We Never Live | w/Flobien Galbreath

What happens when the life people see and the life you’re actually living are two completely different things? Nola & special guest Keisha Martin dive into just that. This episode is about more than homelessness. It’s about identity, dignity, support, self-reliance, and what instability can reveal about who you are, what you value, and how you rebuild.

What happens when your life starts changing…and some of your relationships don’t change with it? In 'Everybody Can’t Come', Nola sits down with author, entrepreneur and Cash Class Academy founder Ronell Trotman for a conversation about the part of growth people love to reduce to “cut them off.”But is it really that simple? They get into friendships that shift as success rises, being accuse...

We plan like later is guaranteed. Later, I’ll slow down. Later, I’ll take the trip. Later, I’ll spend more time with family. Later, I’ll finally enjoy what I worked so hard to build. Then life reminds us that “later” was never a promise. In this episode of The Nola Ro Experience Podcast, Nola sits down with Lonzie Greene, also known as Mr. Flip Your 401(k), to talk about losing his father to cance...

Wounded, but not broken: Sean K. Ellis on 22 years, three trials, and the fight for his own life. He was 19 when he was wrongfully arrested, 21 when he was convicted, and sentenced to die in prison for a crime he didn't commit. You may know Sean K. Ellis from Netflix's Trial 4 , but this conversation goes past the docuseries and straight to the man. In this episode, Nola Ro and Sean have a raw, ho...

We’ve all been told to forgive, be strong, and push through. But what happens when those same ideas become traps that keep us stuck in stress and struggle? In this episode, I dive into three things: • The raw self-talk I use to stop spiraling when stress hits. • Why we’re addicted to struggle in love, life, and business, and why it’s not noble, it’s toxic. • The messy myth of “turning the other ch...

Why do women feel pressured to stay 25 forever? We’ve been sold the lie that our worth has an expiration date. In this episode of The Nola Ro Experience Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on the billion-dollar scam that convinces women to fear aging. We’ll talk about: • Why men are praised for getting “distinguished,” while women are shamed for “fading.” • The personal costs of chasing youth..e...

Why are so many men strangers to their own emotions? In this episode, I sit down with author Peter Burnett, who takes us behind the pages of his powerful book Conversations I Wish I Had: The Unspoken Stories of Men. Peter opens up about silence, heartbreak, fatherhood, and what it really takes for men to heal and rebuild their identity. We talk about why vulnerability feels terrifying, why men oft...

They had the spotlight. They had the fans. They had the dream… and then they walked away. In this raw and revealing episode, Nola reunites with her former cohost MrMelee and his brother JEVVLZ.. two artists who rose to fame on The X Factor, toured across the U.S. and Asia, and lived what many of us fantasize about. But here’s what no one tells you:Fame doesn’t fix the parts of you that still feel...

When doctors diagnosed fashion and tech entrepreneur J.C Brillant with Type 2 diabetes, they didn’t see a comeback story in the making. But JC’s not the type to sit back and suffer. He fought back with food, mindset, and discipline, and reversed it. FULLY. In this episode, we talk about how this health scare forced him to take control, not just of his diet, but his legacy. We get into family habit...

What happens when we’re surrounded by people but still feel completely alone? In this powerful and timely episode, Nola dives into a conversation we’re not having enough.. how loneliness is quietly killing us. Not just emotionally, but physically. From the health risks of chronic isolation to the silent grief of feeling unseen, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it means to feel disconnected i...

After the dragging… came the awakening. This is the part of the story where I finally stopped asking for peace and started becoming it. Where I turned the consequences of my choices into wisdom. Where I made the scariest, boldest decision of my life.. and chose me. In this episode, I share how I reclaimed my joy, reconnected with my purpose, and became the woman I prayed to be. This isn’t about pe...

Welcome to Season 4 of The Nola Ro Experience Podcast! We're kicking off with a raw and revealing solo episode that dives into the moment I knew better… but said yes anyway. This is the story of what happens when you ignore your inner voice — when ambition, loyalty, or the illusion of success convinces you to stay where your spirit clearly said no. I walked into a business that looked like opp...

Season 3 has finally come to a close! We are truly excited to bring you the finale of an awesome season of great laughs, deep conversations and wonderful storytelling. On this episode, Nola dives into some of this season's most memorable moments, key takeaways, shines light on our amazing guests, plus much more! Stay tapped in with us as we prepare for Season 4!

Prepare for a dope conversation as sharp-witted journalist Tracey Khan joins Nola in Episode 23, How Cheating Helped Me Grow. Tracey and Nola delve deep into the reasons behind unfaithfulness based on studies, spicing it up with their take on the subject, and their personal experiences with infidelity. If you've ever experienced the pain of infidelity or even been the one to stray, this episod...

Nola says, “This was the most difficult conversation I’ve ever had on this podcast. Speaking my truth about my teenage experiences while trying not to hurt my mother wasn’t an easy task. However, burying ghosts and allowing them to haunt us forever STOPS WITH ME. I’m willing to face the consequences and deal with the aftermath of this conversation if it means putting an end to this unhealthy gener...

Betrayal is a sharp, venomous bite that can come from those we least expect it from. In this deeply personal episode, Nola shares her journey through the heart-wrenching experience of betrayal by someone close to her. Join Nola as she recounts the twists and turns of a relationship that took an unexpected path. It's a tale of trust shattered, lessons learned, and the resilience that comes from...

Did you know that feeling insecure is common? Yes, you read that right! Admit it or not, we all have been there at some point in our lives. So, why is there so much shame around it? Let's jump into this topic with writer, actor, and entertainment creative, ROXY of Play. Wit. Rox Entertainment!

In this episode, Nola is joined by the hosts of Freedom Cage Podcast, Shawn & Kenny to discuss the current yet wild dynamics between Men & Women in our society. As some of the takes got spicy between these podders, this is a conversation about how the opposite sex loves, competes & deals with one another.

Who can you turn to when body shaming can come from someone who looks like you? 🤔 In this eye-opening episode of 'The Curve & Hate Relationship,' Nola delves into the complex world of self-image, body shaming, and the unexpected sources of criticism.  Our passionate guest, Iya, shares her stories of battling, overcoming, and embracing her curves with unwavering confidence. Join us as...

Join Nola as she reunites with a familiar voice, Mr. Melee, her former Co-host. Life led him down a unique path, filled with trials, spiritual exploration, and the pursuit of purpose. Discover how he's rediscovering his place in the world, and let his journey inspire your own.

It’s an emotional rollercoaster when we journey through the highs and lows of our relationships with our dads. Writer and producer Norma Diana Stanton and I lay a lot on the table, sharing the laughter, tears, and lessons learned during our teenage years. It's a conversation that'll touch your heart and remind you that you're not alone in your own daddy issues.  Listen now and don'...

In this extraordinary episode, Nola sits down with the remarkable Honorable Simona Broomes, a force to be reckoned with in the Guyanese and global communities. Join us as we delve into the gripping narrative of her relentless fight against human trafficking, the exploitation of women, and the unbreakable spirit that drove her to become a beacon of hope for countless women in the mining sector. Dis...

Imagine trying to find your way as a woman, wife, mother, career, and businesswoman, then BOOM… Menopause hits you at 33 years old! Treanna Neufville is gracefully finding a way through all of it and she has some pretty powerful messages for moms who are drowning.  On this episode, we we dive into some of the most difficult journeys women walk and how to make your way to the other side.