How They See Us with Denise Herd

America is preparing to celebrate 250 years, but celebration without reflection is incomplete. This moment should not only ask us what we are proud of. It should ask what we are finally ready to confront. In this episode of How They See Us, Denise sits down with Dr. Elizabeth White, Quamina Carter and Calvalyn Day of The Well Counseling Group for an honest conversation about mental health, belongi...

In this special two-part episode of How They See Us, host Denise Herd sits down with Carolyn E. Mosby and Kristian Stricklen for an honest conversation about the many paths of motherhood. Together, they explore what motherhood looks like beyond the picture-perfect version, including the unexpected turns, hard seasons, advocacy, grief, joy and strength that shape the journey. Carolyn and Kristian s...

In Part 2 of this special two-part episode of Herd Strategies’ podcast How They See Us with Denise Herd, Denise continues the conversation with Deana Potterf, CEO of Girl Scouts of Central Indiana, and returning guest Tamara Winfrey-Harris, President of the Women’s Fund of Central Indiana. This episode turns toward policy, civic engagement, and the bigger systems shaping the lives of women and gir...

In Part 1 of this special two-part episode of Herd Strategies’ podcast How They See Us with Denise Herd, Denise is joined by Deana Potterf, CEO of Girl Scouts of Central Indiana, and returning guest Tamara Winfrey-Harris, President of the Women’s Fund of Central Indiana, for an honest conversation about the realities impacting women and girls across our community. Together, they dig into what’s sh...

In this episode of How They See Us, Denise Herd sits down with Nichelle M. Hayes, Executive Director of the Hurston/Wright Foundation and longtime advocate for literacy and access, to unpack how restrictions on books connect to broader efforts to limit Black creativity, speech, and historical truth. This conversation goes beyond the headlines. Together, they explore why Black stories are often at...

In this episode of How They See Us, host Denise Herd sits down with two respected journalists, Ebony Chappel and Steve “Scoop” Jefferson, for an honest conversation about the complicated, deeply connected relationship between media and public relations. Together, they unpack how news shapes public opinion, what it takes to tell stories beyond headlines, and how coverage decisions are made in today...

In this episode of How They See Us, host Denise Herd is joined by Kim Raby, Sales and Planning Manager at the Madam Walker Legacy Center, and Kevin Enders from the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter, for a heartfelt conversation in honor of National Family Caregivers Month. Kim shares her personal journey of caring for her mother during an eight-year battle with Alzheimer’s while work...

In our first solo episode this year, Denise Herd unpacks the realities of cancel culture in today’s digital world. She utilizes examples from H&M, American Eagle and Ralph Lauren to explore what it means for brands, why accountability matters, and how intentional communication can protect reputations and build trust.

In this powerful Pride Month episode of How They See Us, host Denise Herd is joined by the ever-fabulous Patrick Bouquett and Jason Grisell, President & CEO of The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis. Together, they unpack the rising wave of anti-DEI sentiment, harmful legislation targeting LGBTQ+ communities, and the weaponization of the word “woke.” Through sharp insight and personal t...

In Part II, Eunice Trotter dives into the rich but often overlooked history of Black Hoosiers and the fight for historic preservation in Indiana. She and Denise discuss why remembering Black history at the local level is critical, and how preservation is not just about buildings—it’s about honoring lives, legacies, and the stories that shaped our communities.

What does Juneteenth really commemorate, and why has it taken so long for the full weight of that history to be recognized? In Part I, Denise is joined by Eunice Trotter, Director of Indiana Landmarks’ Black Heritage Preservation Program, who joins us to explore the national significance of Juneteenth, its roots in delayed freedom, and how the legacy of emancipation continues to shape American ide...

Denise is back at Studio G Fitness for the second half of our powerful How They See Us conversation on stress, strength, and mental health. In this episode, Denise Herd continues the conversation with Gena Brown and Pat Trowers-Johnson, diving into the beauty standards that hold women back from the gym, how Black women navigate fitness and hair care, and why what we put into our bodies matters jus...

In honor of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, our host, Denise Herd, sits down with Studio G Fitness owner Gena Brown and group trainer Pat Trowers-Johnson to discuss stress, strength, self-care, and what it means to prioritize your health in every way. From gym anxiety and beauty standards to nutrition and mental clarity, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

In this episode, Denise deep-dives into topics impacting women daily: physical health, mental health and bodily autonomy. 

Badassery Life host Kelly Young invited our very own Denise Herd and Angie Carr Klitzsch of Women4Change Indiana to discuss How They See Us as white women, black women, women in the LGBTQ+ Community, and Immigrant Women - and what it means to move forward together following the election results. It was a raw, honest and unfiltered conversation you won't want to miss. Tune in now!

Join host Denise Herd as she dives deep into the complex world of code-switching, uncovering why so many of us adapt our language, behavior, and even appearance to navigate different spaces. This episode examines the personal and cultural impacts of code-switching, revealing what it says about societal norms and expectations. From exploring shifts in self-expression to discussing the significance...

August is National Black Business Month, and supporting Black-owned businesses is more important than ever. Did you know that Black business ownership is up by almost 30% on pre-pandemic levels, with Black women starting businesses at a higher rate than any other group?  In this month’s episode of How They See Us we spend time talking with Chesia Torrence, owner of The Silver Center, Indianapolis’...

This month we are highlighting our LGBTQIA+ friends on our social media platforms, and for our HTSU conversation, we would like to talk about then and now through the eyes of older and younger members of our LGBTQIA+ communities. What has changed? What's the same? What is the quality of now versus back in the day? How has legislation hurt or helped?  

Join us for another episode of How They See Us where we talk about how people are seen within the community. This episode features a conversation with Alice Watson, President of Indiana Black Expo.  

Black Philanthropy is an act of love and a great way to give back to our community. Join us this month as philanthropy, diversity, equity and inclusion subject matter expert and Managing Principal of InExcelsis, Dr. Michael Twyman talks with Denise Herd about Black philanthropy, what it is and the importance of giving back to your community.  

According to an article by the Human Resource Director, 90% of female employees suffer from Imposter Syndrome. On this month's episode of How They See Us, we unpack what Imposter Syndrome is and discuss how and why self-doubt permeates women's personal and professional lives.  

We are so much more than our trauma- and we’re tired of talking about it. Join Herd Strategies President Denise Herd, MBA in a candid conversation with Charlene J. Fletcher, Ph. D., and LaMar H. as they discuss Black History, what it is, and more importantly, what it is not. Learn about how researching and celebrating the past can help you play a part in reshaping the future Black narrative.  

Denise is joined by lactation counselor Lisa Diamond to discuss the challenges, benefits and health disparities in breastfeeding.

Tune in to Episode 14 of How They See Us as our host, Denise Herd, is joined by Mackenzie Pickerrell, Executive Director of the Girl Coalition of Indiana, and Tamara Winfrey-Harris, President of the Women’s Fund of Central Indiana, for an in-depth discussion on the current state of Indiana girls and women. Together, they delve into the 2024 Indiana Girl Report findings and preview the upcoming Wom...

In this episode, of How They See Us, host Denise Herd, president of Herd Strategies, discusses how education influences our career paths and future success. Whether aiming for higher education or entering the workforce, she emphasizes the critical role schooling plays in helping us achieve our goals.