Melody Simmons- Hudson & Monica Simmons

INvisible Women Podcast

Education EN ↓ 62 episodes

Two sisters are telling our authentic stories and the barriers we face as Black Women in society as professionals, entrepreneurs, and creative beings, to ultimately succeed. YOU are our ancestors' wildest dreams, for sure! We have some phenomenal Queens and Kings lined up for our podcast guest list, and we hope you can have fun and enjoy the "gems" we share with IW listeners. We take pride in RECLAIMING our time, RECLAIMING our power, and RECLAIMING our confidence here on the IW Podcast. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full podcast videos!https://www.youtube.com/@hnttproductions

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Author

Melody Simmons- Hudson & Monica Simmons

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.hnttproductions.com

Latest episode

Apr 30, 2025

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Episodes

I Am A Survivor w/ Entrepreneur, Jearlean Taylor 23.06.2022

Today we are speaking with Jearlean Taylor about her rare cancer diagnosis at the tender age of 3 years old and how she turned her pain into a purpose as she speaks to women and men all over the world to inspire them to find their passion in life.  BIO I am Jearlean from Baltimore, MD. I am a Christian, cancer survivor, double ostomate, fashion model, author, public speaker, entrepreneur, and...

Black Fatherhood w/ Authour & Filmmaker, Dr. Khalid 19.06.2022

Today we are talking about the importance of Black fathers. June is the month we are celebrating the amazing men in our lives, community, and overall contribution to the culture. The media often depicts Black fathers as deadbeats and many other negative stereotypes, however, we have the power to control the negative by shining the light on all the amazing dads out there holding it down and changin...

Happy Fathers Day To Our BLACK MEN 19.06.2022

Happy Fathers Day to all men who have created a strong foundation for the kids and community. You are the backbone and much-needed figure in every child's life. Today we discuss what our father instilled in us as children and how it molded us into the women we are today. 

Affirmation Time! 16.06.2022

Today we are sharing some affirmations we say daily along with a daily financial prayer.

Black Fragility w/ Author, Dr. Adrian Carter 13.06.2022

Today we are talking about Black Fragility and what that means in the Black Community.  Dr. Adrian N. Carter, PhD is a conflict resolution practitioner, leadership development trainer, equity consultant, and executive conflict and life coach with more than 20 years of experience. Dr. Carter is also the founder of the Center for Advanced Leadership and Conflict Resolution, a non-profit organiz...

Never Marry A Job, Only Date! 16.05.2022

Today and everyday we are RECLAIMING our time, RECLAIMING our power, and RECLAIMING our confidence on the "Invisible Women Podcast." We are discussing how things have changed in the workforce and no longer do we stay at the same company for 20 or 30 years like our parents once did. For all of our Working Women this Monday Motivation podcast is for you.

Mental Health Awareness In The Black Community w/ Love Conquers All Filmmakers, Janell & Malik 13.05.2022

This month is Mental Health Awareness Month and we are talking with filmmakers, Janell and Malik about their film tapping on mental health in the Black Community, Love Conquers All. Statistics show, serious mental illness rose among all ages of Black and African American people between 2008 and 2020. The film is about a young man battling the traumas of his past and present, and the ways in which...

Dear Mama, Listen To Our Intimate Chat About Our Mother's And Mother Figures. #Phenomenalwomen 08.05.2022

Happy Mother's Day! Today we are talking about Motherhood, how it feels to become a motherless child, and women that don't have children and want to become mothers.  Is it rude to ask a woman that does not have children, do they want to have kids? We dig into all these topics today.  To all our Mother's of the earth, THANK YOU! Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I'm not cute or bu...

Happy International Small Business Week! Have You Set Up Your Business QR Code Yet? 07.05.2022

Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs and today we are discussing all things we learned during our attendance at many workshops this week. We have gems to share about business loans, marketing, and creating QR codes.  www.hnttproductions.com

International Affairs, Entrepreneurship, and Sponsorship Discussion w/ Founder of AIX FIRM, LLC, Linda A. Anukwuem 27.04.2022

Today we are talking with Houston native Linda A. Anukwuem about her transition from a corporate payroll analyst to launching her international consulting firm. Linda shares how online presence can impact potential sponsors and the do's and don'ts while starting your business.  https://www.aixfirm.com/ Linda A. Anukwuem  is an energetic go getter and an advocate for change.  She was...

Celebrating Black Joy w/ Black Joy Parade CEO & Founder, Elisha Greenwell 27.04.2022

Today, we discuss why community events are necessary within the Black Community and how Elisha baked up the concept and created the Black Joy Parade in Oakland, ca. Listen to Elisha's inspiring story as she proves anything is possible when you set your goals, assemble a dynamic team,  and your intentions are pure.  https://www.blackjoyparade.org/

Breaking Chains w/ Author & Singer Guest, Deborah Ware (Girl Get Up!) 16.04.2022

Today we are talking with the beautiful Deborah Ware as she explains how age ain't nothing but a number and get inspired to get up and do all the things you have ever wanted to do. Breaking chains starts today.  Meet 13th and Joan author Deborah Ware. Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Deborah is a mother of three sons, a grandmother of 8 , and wife to retired army Sergeant John Ware....

Protect Black Women. Was Will Smith Wrong Or Nah? 28.03.2022

Protect Black Women! I guess the Oscar's ain't so WHITE after all. Well, there's a thin line when it comes to joking about a person's loved one. Y'all remember when you were a kid, and if a roasting session turned into talking about "ya ma"....whew chile those were fighting words. I will clarify we DON'T promote violence on our platform. But listen here, there does come a time when you have to pro...

Telling OUR Story! 25.03.2022

We are going to be Authors soon! Today we are having an intimate chat on where we’ve been and where we are going!

Ida B. Wells, Woman of Impact w/ Author and Public Historian who has done work around her great-grandmother Ida B. Wells.,Michelle Duster 18.03.2022

This Women's History Month, we are learning more about the life and legacy of Ida B. Wells with her great-granddaughter, Michelle Duster. We discuss how Black Women must be active politically to continue change and continue increasing our wealth.  Bios and Awards Michelle Duster has worked for over 30 years in various mediums to highlight the positive contributions of women and African Americ...

Self Love w/ Self Love Box Founder, Drena B 16.03.2022

Today we are talking about self-love with Drena B as she gives words of wisdom and shares a particular affirmation with us today. The self-love box is not only for women but for men as well. Life happens, and we will get distracted, but it is crucial to show ourselves love and grace.  Drena B is a Woman of God, Mother, Life Coach, and Entrepreneur. Drena has been an entrepreneur for 8 years n...

Plant-Based Life w/ Lifestyle Influencer, Tamika Price 13.03.2022

Today we are discussing all things health as Tamika Price shares her journey to leading a Vegan lifestyle and how her health tremendously improved. Tamika will also dispel all myths about black people living a plant-based life. We are also discussing how we fast for days at a time for spiritual clarity and listen to the signs your body tells you as you start to put food back into your body; all pl...

Keys To Home Ownership w/ Realtor and Top Producing Agent, Felicia Duncan 10.03.2022

Today we are talking with one of the  Bay Area's top-selling realtors as she teaches us how to "Get Our House In Order" and level up to homeownership.  Felicia Duncan,  MBA-educated top-producing Realtor, public speaker, educator, and author, was born in Oakland, CA, and continues to live and serve her hometown. She earned her B.A. in Human Resources and an M.B.A in Leadership and D...

Life In Law w/ Founding Attorney of Simmons Law, Tiffany M Simmons AKA The Plugs Lawyer 04.03.2022

Stats from the  American Bar Association reported that Black attorneys make up roughly 4.7% of all lawyers—a small dip from 2011, and the population is even smaller for Black female attorneys (less than 2%). Representation matters! Listen in to our girl chat, with attorney, author, and actor, Tiffany M.Simmons. Grand Rapids, Michigan bred and rooted in the ATL, since graduating from FAMU. Thi...

Money Talks w/ Paychecks & Balances Founder, Rich Jones 26.02.2022

In this episode, we talk about money with Rich Jones, our inaugural first male guest! Rich shares his personal experiences and how he turned his tribulation into TRIUMPH and a successful business, inspiring Millenials and Gen Y's to make good money and wise career decisions.  Rich is the host of The Mental Wealth Show and owner of Paychecks & Balances, a multimedia platform dedicated to h...

Creating A Black Wall Street in Oakland w/ Guest Cathy Adams, Founder/ Owner of CDA Consulting & President & CEO of OAACC 24.02.2022

Today, we discuss how Black Businesses can thrive in an economy post covid and how we can take lessons from the greats that did it before us and create a thriving Black Wall Street in Oakland, CA. We also get into how important it is to mentor and pull the people behind us as we have to do this as a community. No opportunity is ever too small; that could be your perfect networking opportunity to t...

Authentically You: Black Women In The Workplace w / HR Professional Guest, Corporate Curly (Nkechi Iloka) 23.02.2022

We discuss the fine line between maintaining a professional look and bringing your authentic self into the workplace. The Crown Act is necessary for all 50 states to protect black men and women while rocking their natural hair without being racially targeted.  NKECHI, CORPORATE CURLY HR LEADER & NATURAL HAIR & WORKWEAR BLOGGER My name is Nkechi. I am an HR professional pushing the bou...

How to Negotiate and Secure The Bag w/ Founder of Creative Consultancy, Erica Sewell 22.02.2022

Today, we discuss how to secure the bag and know your worth before you accept that job offer. Erica Sewell shares the things Black Women should do before applying to that role through her lens as an HR Leader.  Erica Sewell is a Talent Leader and Founder of creative consultancy, Escape Artist . Her experience started in the global fashion industry, from working as Head Designer of Isaac Mizra...

The State of Black Women Pt.1 | Career Crisis Help w/ Her Career Doctor, Dr. Tega 20.02.2022

Today, we discuss the barriers Black Women face on the job and how to strategize an exit plan from a workplace that is no longer serving you. Dr. Tega will talk us through the red flags and thought process of making a career move/change successfully and start living a happy, whole, and healthy professional life.  Dr. Tega Edwin is an award-winning career development researcher, educator, and...

Happy National Caregivers Day! 18.02.2022

Today we honor all of the Caregivers that sacrifice their time to put forth the blessing of showing care, patience, and empathy for those in need. In this episode, we share our personal experience of being a Caregiver and give tips on how to remain in good spirits while caring for a loved one or patient.  Happy National Caregiver Day!!!

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