In The Black Podcast

Today we’re joined by a truly inspiring guest, Max , who shares a deeply honest story of what it means to stop hiding and start healing. For a long time, Max believed strength meant keeping everything together, pushing aside their own needs, masking pain, and suppressing who they really were to survive. In this conversation, Max opens up about that journey and what it looks like to finally give yo...

This week on In The Black Podcast , we welcome Kendra , a Certified Life Coach who guides women through the aftermath of narcissistic abuse and betrayal trauma with wisdom, empathy, and clarity. With a gentle yet direct approach, Kendra helps her clients: Understand the full impact of what they’ve been through Unpack the “why” behind their choices Reclaim their power Heal faster by shifting blame...

On today’s In The Black Podcast , we sit down with Caroline Markel , a courageous survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault who has transformed her pain into a powerful purpose. Caroline is the founder of a nonprofit that offers critical resources, trauma-informed support, and safe spaces for survivors to begin their healing journey. In this moving episode, she opens up about: Surviving dom...

In this powerful episode of In The Black Podcast , we sit down with Lynnsey , a woman who made the brave decision to reclaim her peace by walking away from relationships that no longer served her, even when they were close to home. Through raw honesty and deep reflection, Lynnsey shares: Her personal story of navigating difficult family dynamics The emotional toll of staying connected to toxic inf...

We’ve made it to Episode 10 of In The Black Podcast ! 🎉 In this special milestone episode, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the pits and peaks of this beautiful, wild, and sometimes unpredictable podcast journey. From belly laughs to awkward stumbles, from scheduling chaos to life-changing conversations, we're pulling back the curtain and sharing it all. Tune in for a real and raw behind-t...

In Episode 9 of In The Black Podcast , we sit down with Bon , a fierce advocate who has devoted her life to amplifying the voices of women and survivors around the world. With unwavering passion and clarity, Bon uses her platform to uplift stories that are often silenced, and demands the world listen. Through advocacy, education, and community work, Bon has become a beacon of strength and justice...

In Episode 8 of In The Black Podcast , we sit down with Alex , a resilient wellness coach whose life was forever changed by a traumatic brain injury in high school. After surviving a devastating car accident, Alex faced years of physical, speech, and cognitive therapy. But instead of letting her story end in pain, she chose to turn her healing into a mission. Today, she uses her lived experience t...

In Episode 7 of In The Black Podcast , we welcome Reonda Thompson, a poet from Kansas City, Missouri, whose journey with words began at age 17, sparked by a tribute poem to her father. What started as a single act of expression became a lifelong practice of self-reflection and emotional release. Through poetry, Reonda explores the depths of grief, identity, love, and resilience. Her work is a raw...

In Episode 6 of In The Black Podcast , we sit down with Niki, a compassionate advocate and the founder of Rings of Care and KC End of Life , two nonprofit organizations born from the most sacred and transformative experience of her life: walking her grandmother through her final days. Initially overwhelmed by fear and anxiety, Niki found herself frozen, unable to fully be present with the woman wh...

In Episode 5 of In The Black Podcast , we’re joined by therapist, speaker, and visionary Darbi Keene, founder of Walking with Wildflowers , a Missouri-based private practice serving neurodivergent teens and adults, LGBTQ+ clients, and those navigating chronic illness. As a late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD therapist, Darbi brings a powerful blend of clinical expertise and lived experience to her wo...

In Episode 4 of In The Black Podcast , we welcome the radiant and resilient Hazel - a trans woman, mom of two, and joyful force of nature who lives life with unapologetic enthusiasm and authenticity. Hazel is the founder of Enthusiastically You , a platform and movement encouraging people to show up in the world as their boldest, most vibrant selves. Whether she’s writing, parenting, or spreading...

In Episode 4 of In The Black Podcast , we’re joined by the visionary Bunny Nevels, the powerhouse behind The Bunny Studio and The Bunny Collection , two creative platforms built to inspire confidence, purpose, and radical self-expression. As a visual storyteller and lifestyle brand founder, Bunny has a gift for helping people see themselves differently, not just in front of the camera, but in life...

In Episode 2 of In The Black Podcast , we welcome Gretchen, a woman whose story is a powerful testament to courage, resilience, and breaking generational cycles. Gretchen grew up in a home marked by abuse at the hands of her father, a trauma that shaped her identity, her relationships, and her ability to trust. But she refused to let the pain of her past dictate her future. Instead, she chose to f...

In our very first episode of In The Black Podcast , we’re honored to share the courageous story of Janice , a survivor who turned her pain into purpose. As a core member of the Family Justice Center’s Inner Voices Committee , Janice now works alongside fellow survivors to train first responders, raise community awareness around domestic violence and sexual assault, and ensure that victims are seen...

Welcome to In The Black-the podcast that shines a light on resilience, transformation, and the power of reinvention. I'm Aracelli, and each week, my co-host Shannon and I sit down with incredible women who've faced some of life's hardest challenges, from personal setbacks to societal obstacles, and have emerged on the other side stronger, driven, and ready to make a difference. In today's episode,...

This Christmas Day episode of In The Black is a pause, a breath, a moment of reflection. Through an original spoken-word poem titled “Let’s Jump,” this episode explores heartbreak, letting go, surrender, and the quiet trust that comes when we stop fighting the current and allow God to hold us. This is a story about jumping together… and learning how to float when someone lets go. About trusting th...