You Are Heard

What happens when life's obstacles become the very thing that prepares you to lead others? In this episode of You Are Heard , host Aniola Pierre sits down with Coach Jerry Seymour, founder of The Running Academy, for a powerful conversation about resilience, mentorship, and the life experiences that shaped his journey into coaching and guiding young men. Coach Jerry shares the challenges he faced,...

Healing doesn't always look the way people expect it to. Sometimes healing looks like slowing down, reflecting on yourself, changing your habits, nourishing your body, and choosing to become a better version of yourself day by day. In this episode of You Are Heard Podcast, host Aniola Pierre sits down with Karis, owner of HealthyBaeMiami, for an honest conversation about self-reflection, wellness,...

Healing doesn't always happen in therapy rooms or wellness spaces, sometimes it happens in the barber chair. In this episode of You Are Heard , host Aniola Pierre sits down with SirJDaBarber for a powerful conversation about resilience, purpose, community impact, and the healing that can come from simply helping people feel seen. SirJDaBarber shares his journey into barbering, the struggles he had...

Healing doesn't only happen within us — it also happens in our relationship with the earth, our food, and our communities. In this episode of You Are Heard, host Aniola Pierre sits down with Zarron, also known as The Worm Whisperer, for a grounded conversation about composting, environmental healing, and reconnecting with nature as a form of wellness. Together, they explore how turning food scraps...

Healing often begins at the moment we choose truth over silence. In this episode of You Are Heard , host Aniola Pierre reflects on surrender, self-advocacy, and the courage it takes to use your voice, especially when speaking your truth has the power to change everything. Through personal reflection and lived experience, Aniola explores how surrender is not weakness, but an intentional choice to t...

Healing doesn't always begin when something is broken. Sometimes, it begins when we slow down, listen to our bodies, and choose to care for ourselves proactively. In this episode of You Are Heard, host Aniola Pierre sits down with Dr. Crystal, a chiropractor and wellness entrepreneur, for a grounded conversation about healing from the inside out. Together, they explore how nervous system alignment...

The start of a new year often comes with pressure — pressure to have everything figured out, to move fast, and to become someone new. But what if the overwhelm you're feeling isn't a failure, but a signal to slow down? In this episode of You Are Heard, host Aniola Pierre reflects on why January can feel emotionally heavy and why choosing grace over pressure may be the most aligned way to begin a n...

In this heartfelt episode of the You Are Heard Podcast, I take you on a journey into the roots of fellowshipping, how it was introduced to me as a child and why it continues to shape the way I create sacred spaces for healing today. As I reflect on the ways we used to gather — sharing meals, stories, and presence — I realized how much our modern world is missing true fellowship. That realization b...

This episode was recorded on Election Day 2024, before any results were announced but the message still echoes louder than ever. I sat with the energy of uncertainty, reflection, and purpose. No matter the outcome, I knew one truth: change begins within. This previously unreleased episode is a personal call to action for myself and for you. It's about becoming the disrupter in your own life, awake...

Welcome to a Soul Truth edition of the You Are Heard Podcast a sacred space where I, Aniola, choose to honor my voice without fear or filters. In this solo episode, I speak from the heart, sharing my personal reflections, emotions, and insights as I continue my journey toward healing and self-expression. While many episodes of You Are Heard uplift the voices of others, The Soul Truth Series is whe...

In this healing and empowering episode of the You Are Heard Podcast, Dom joins us for a raw, soulful conversation about what it means to choose yourself out loud even when it's uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or misunderstood. Dom shares her journey of following what feels aligned, building a soul-tribe of supportive, honest friends, and using her voice through spoken word, poetry, and truth-telling as...

In this powerful episode of the You Are Heard Podcast, host Aniola Pierre sits down with Ashley Carter, Registered Dietitian and co-founder of EatWell Exchange, to unpack the deep connection between cultural foods, community wellness, and Black representation in nutrition. Ashley shares her journey as a Black dietitian, the importance of honoring ancestral food traditions, and how food can be both...

In this solo episode of You Are Heard, titled "Back 2 Life, Back 2 Reality," Aniola takes you on an introspective journey to reconnect with your authentic self. Life can feel overwhelming, and at times, we may lose sight of our inner truth in the whirlwind of everyday demands. This episode dives deep into rediscovering the real you, peeling back layers of past conditioning, and embracing your uniq...

On this episode of You Are Heard, I'm joined by Blaze Daktari, Life Purpose Coach and owner of I Raise Lion. Blaze shares powerful insights on listening to the call of your purpose and igniting the inner lion within. Tune in as we explore what it means to live in alignment with your true path and how embracing your purpose can transform your life. Get ready to feel empowered and inspired to answer...

In this episode of You Are Heard, we're joined by Fabie Polycarpe, owner of Menbeni Gardening, to explore the deep connection between nature and spiritual healing. Fabie shares her journey of finding peace and restoration through gardening, and how the cycles of nature reflect our own inner growth. Tune in for an insightful conversation about healing in the garden and how nature holds the wisdom w...

In this enlightening episode, we invite Alexandra Rosa, a renowned specialist in the realm of holistic wellness, to share her journey and expertise. Delving into the principles of holistic health, Alexandra provides invaluable insights on how integrating physical, mental, and spiritual practices can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life. From the benefits of mindfulness and meditation to the...