Hike, Heal, and Hustle

In this deeply personal episode of Hike, Heal, Hustle, Randi shares a powerful conversation with a longtime friend about parenting, financial literacy, credit scores, investing, and the money lessons many Black families were never taught. From hiding her bank balance out of anxiety to rebuilding her credit with intention, Randi explores financial avoidance, generational silence around money, emoti...

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Wrapping up 2025

Day 1 of the Fifty-Won Challenge. Daily Update The Challenge is also a training for the Chilly Willy 10k which is on my 51st birthday. Journal prompt Why am I doing this? How do I want to feel on day 51?

I closed out my 2025 vision board goal in the most powerful way I could’ve imagined by crossing the finish line at the Atlanta Track Club’s Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day race. Thirteen thousand runners. Thirty-three degrees. Endless hills. And a moment of pride that reminded me just how far I’ve come. In this episode, I share the full story: finishing my 12th race of the year, navigating complicate...

I’m stepping into Day Zero of my new 51-day challenge leading up to my 51st birthday. After completing two November 5Ks one strong, one a struggle I had to confront the truth about my consistency, my excuses, and my desire to grow as a runner and as a woman. In this episode, I share why I’m choosing a different path into my next year and how the Fifty Won challenge will carry me there. Journal Pro...

What happens when faith falls away? In this raw and honest episode of Hike, Heal, & Hustle , Randi opens up about life after being disfellowshipped and the decision to no longer place faith in God, religion, or even people. From the silence of religious exile to the painful betrayals of family, Randi shares what it means to live without belief and instead root life in truth, action, and resili...

We live in a world that glorifies the grind — but what if the real power is in the pause? In this episode, we explore the beauty and necessity of slowing down. From restorative hikes that invite mindfulness, to breaking the guilt of rest, to building businesses that prioritize well-being, this conversation is a love letter to sacred stillness. You’ll learn: How walking meditations can restore your...

In this raw and powerful August episode, Randi shares how choosing radical honesty became her greatest healing tool. From raising daughters as a single mom to surviving microaggressions in the workplace to shedding perfectionism—this episode is a masterclass in truth-telling as a sacred act of self-preservation. You’ll hear stories about: Crying on a trail while grieving her best friend Being hone...

The Peachtree Road Race was hot, humid, and humbling . I documented every mile for my daughters—funny face selfies to make them laugh. But behind every smile was a silent thought. My headphones went out mid-run, and I was left with only my mind. Here’s what mile by mile taught me . 💭👟 #PeachtreeRoadRace #BlackGirlsRun #RunningThoughts #PodcastForWomen #HikeHealHustle

From burnout to breaking barriers—this week on the Hike, Heal, & Hustle podcast, we welcome Frantzie St. Jean , a brilliant cybersecurity professional who made a bold leap from retail to tech. We discuss: How 18 years in retail shaped her leadership mindset The courage it takes to start over How she’s using her voice to make a difference in a male-dominated field If you’ve ever questioned whet...

It’s July, and this month in our Vision Board Accountability Group, we’re focusing on JOY . Our affirmation is: “Joy is not a reward — it is a practice.” 💛 We’re not waiting for goals to be complete to feel good. Joy lives in the process . The walk. The breath. The quiet win. The song that gets you out of your head and into your body. Here’s your challenge this month: 🎯 Choose ONE joyful action...

💡 Episode Summary What happens when one man decides to walk over 400 miles—for us? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kwame Terra , a Black man, husband, father, and community leader who founded Walk the Walk for Black Health . Kwame shares his journey—both literal and spiritual—of walking across states to raise awareness about health equity in Black communities. From hiking solo with 45...

🎙 Episode Summary This special Pride Month episode of Hike, Heal, & Hustle is a reflection on what real allyship looks like—in life, in healing, and in our hustle. Host Randi Black shares a heartfelt story of hiking with her gay friend Josh and explores the importance of inclusion, psychological safety, and building equitable brands that reflect your values. Whether you're an LGBTQ+ ally or so...

Description: In this intimate and powerful episode of Hike, Heal, & Hustle , host Randi Black reflects on the complexity of Father’s Day when your relationship with your father was shaped by absence, addiction, or pain. Through personal stories about her father Jerome Brown — including the one memory she cherishes — she unpacks the emotional weight of generational silence, truth-telling, and c...

Episode Summary In this intimate and powerful episode of Hike, Heal, & Hustle , host Randi Black reflects on what it means to move with purpose in celebration of Global Running Day and National Trails Day . Through personal storytelling and soft but strong calls to action, Randi invites you to rethink movement—whether it’s hiking a mountain, walking through your neighborhood, or resting with i...

In this episode, we’re joined by Salena Clay—a Self-Care Alchemist helping high-performing professionals stress less and achieve more through holistic wellness. After experiencing burnout in traditional corporate environments, Salena chose to realign her life around balance, boundaries, and embodied leadership. She now blends her corporate expertise with her passion for wellness to guide others to...

In this empowering episode of Hike, Heal, & Hustle , we explore the world of solo hiking—not just as a physical challenge but as a powerful tool for personal growth. Whether new to the trail or already walking it alone, this conversation is your permission slip to take up space, silence fear, and reconnect with your inner strength. Through the 3 pillars — Hike (physical movement), Heal (emotio...

Episode Summary: In this soulful episode of Hike, Heal, and Hustle , I take you with me on a healing family retreat to Vogel State Park in North Georgia. From peaceful hikes around Lake Trahlyta to grounding barefoot on the earth, to stepping into the cold waters of Helton Creek, we reclaimed joy through stillness, movement, and intention. We’ll explore how rest is resistance, how healing can happ...

Episode Summary Welcome to the debut episode of Hike, Heal, & Hustle —a podcast created for Black women embracing transformation through outdoor adventures, wellness practices, and financial wellness What You’ll Hear The origin story of Hike, Heal, & Hustle How hiking became a pathway to clarity Why intentional hustle is a radical act of self-care 3 practical ways to align your goals with...

Episode Title: 🎙️ Welcome to Hike, Heal, and Hustle Episode Description: Welcome to the premiere episode of Hike, Heal, and Hustle ! In this short and powerful intro, host [Your Name] shares why she retired her original podcast ( The Other Side of 45 ) and what inspired this new season of purpose. Hear her vision for each of the podcast’s three pillars — physical wellness (Hike), emotional & s...

After years of no contact with Mother, I hear her voice.

The argument that ended a 6-year casual relationship. Turning 50 soon, am I ready to date?

June is for Pride, Summer, Father's Day and Juneteenth. In this episode, I share a conversation I had with a young person who questioned my sexuality—creating a safe space for those in the LBGTQ+ community.

I attended my first sound bath hosted by Toccara Jones. The Soulful Stillness Rendezvous is a Meditative Sound Bath at The Healing Environment. In this episode, I give an open vulnerable review.