Karen Hunter Is Awesome!

In this episode, Karen Hunter sits down with trailblazing physician Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee to discuss her historic career as the first Black woman to dean a U.S. medical school and her enduring impact on health equity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Karen Hunter with Kevin Powell for an inspiring discussion featuring Olympic silver medalist Gail Marquis as she reflects on her historic basketball career, and her lifelong commitment to advocacy and leadership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen Hunter explores the counterintuitive power of confronting life's challenges head-on, sharing a personal story of how leaning into fear and uncertainty can help you regain control and build lasting resilience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this moving interview, Anthony Liuzzo reflects on the enduring legacy of his mother, Viola Liuzzo, a dedicated civil rights activist who made the ultimate sacrifice for the voting rights movement after the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen explores the radical courage of Viola Liuzzo's journey from a Detroit housewife to a civil rights martyr whose ultimate sacrifice catalyzed the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen Hunter reflects on her recent 40-day goal-setting journey and shares her experiences collaborating with high-profile celebrities on exciting new book projects, planning a nationwide tour, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen reflects on the words of gratitude and inspiration spoken by Viola Davis while receiving the NAACP Chairman’s Award for Excellence, Impact & Advocacy at the Image Awards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Rosemari Mealy shares pivotal insights from her activism in the Black Panther Party, exploring how those foundational lessons in community organizing and resistance continue to inform the modern struggle for social justice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"The Farmasis" Bonita D. Clemons joins Karen Hunter and Rene Syler for a transformative conversation on moving Black Americans closer to their agrarian roots. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In part two of her discussion with Karen Hunter, Iyanla Vanzant shares her most valuable life lesson with listeners. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Life Coach Iyanla Vanzant sits down with Karen Hunter to share her Rites of Passage experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen Hunter and Roderick Morrow discuss the Oscar-nominated 'One Battle After Another,' and how a film 20 years in the making feels so relevant in modern times. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Academy Award Nominated Actor Delroy Lindo sits down with Karen Hunter and Lurie Daniel Favors to discuss his groundbreaking performance in 'Sinners.' Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's episode, Karen Hunter reacts to a clip from actress & activist Jameela Jamil on the less spoken impact patriarchal societies have on men. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen Hunter shares her intense conversation with feminist icon Gloria Steinem & Nobel Prize Winner Leymah Gbowee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Following her passionate discussion with Gloria Steinem & Leymah Gbowee (See Episode 327), Karen Hunter unpacks the meaning of feminism and her struggles with its movement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Karen Hunter shares a powerful clip with director Nia DaCosta that sparks a deep dive into the weight, authority, and nuances of being in charge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen shares her late 2025 interview with Comedian Michelle Wolf! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen shares some of her most recent discussion with Author Olivia A. Cole - detailing her wellness journey, desire to keep learning, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Through an exploration of mentorship and industry rivalry, Karen reveals how the pioneering success of Annie Malone paved the way for the legendary empire of Madame C.J. Walker. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To kick off Women’s History Month, Karen empowers women "of a certain age" to embrace this powerful time of life with confidence, certainty, and a refusal to compromise, sharing practical and humorous tips for living vibrantly beyond childbearing years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen reviews the film 'Service to Man,' while exploring the profound historical legacy of Meharry Medical College and why Black stories of excellence must be reclaimed and narrated by our own community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen and KJ Kearney of 'Black Food Fridays' dig into the fascinating cultural and psychological "Grain Hypothesis," exploring how ancestral farming practices—rice versus wheat—have shaped modern social behaviors, community structures, and the way we view the world today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Dr. Ian Smith joins Karen to bridge the gap between breakthrough weight-loss science and sustainable habits, offering a strategic roadmap for conquering those stubborn final pounds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen explores the meticulous process of perfection that defined Michael Jackson’s career, proving that his transcendent genius was fueled by an unrelenting dedication to his craft and constant refinement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.