One Voice Evolving

I share my post-election thoughts as we move from denial to acceptance. These 5 stages will be your guide as you navigate through any post-election grief you may be experiencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood, I often felt like a chameleon, constantly shifting my identity to fit into different spaces. This week, with guest Hailey Pilgrim, we explore the profound intersections of multiracial identity and the social constructs that shape them. We share stories of navigating complex racial dynamics and discuss the unique opportunities for collaboration betw...

In this enlightening episode, Kim speaks with Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to empowering women through the often overlooked stages of menopause. Amita shares her personal journey from corporate America to becoming a champion for women’s holistic wellness. Our discussion takes a unique turn as it integrates the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Incl...

Join Kim as she beautifully imparts her personal vision regarding the 2024 election and the role we play in be change agents for good. Women are taking a stand in the 2024 election, channeling their fierce instincts to protect rights and future generations. As transformative leaders, they refuse to be sidelined, mobilizing with passion and purpose. This movement is unstoppable; get ready to fight...

Global DEIB strategist and TikTok sensation Noelle Johnson graces our podcast to share her insights on fostering inclusive workplaces where every voice matters. Noelle's unique approach to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is transforming industries worldwide. With a focus on promoting self-advocacy and accountability without shame, she is a guiding force in the realm of allyship...

White privilege isn't just a buzzword—it's a reality that demands our attention and action. Through candid discussions about personal journeys and the societal structures that perpetuate inequality, we promise you'll gain a deeper understanding of systemic racism and the barriers that often hold white women back from engaging in these crucial conversations. Rejecting the outdated notion of being "...

Meet an extraordinary mystic and intuitive in her eighth decade, taking us through a rich tapestry of experiences that have shaped her understanding of growth, identity, and race. Growing up in Brooklyn and Long Island, Aubrye Arbe was deeply influenced by her mother's teachings on equality and justice, which set the foundation for her lifelong journey. Her vivid reflections on the racial dynamics...

Mary Jo Honiotes (Honey-Otis) comes to us from Denver, Colorado and joins us this episode to highlight the importance of moving past superficial conversations to truly understand the barriers faced by marginalized communities. She owns and operates a medicaid agency, helping people who are living in poverty find affordable, independent housing. Prior to this work, and continuing through this work,...

Join us on this transformative journey as we explore the "messy middle" of life's significant transitions. In this episode, I share personal stories of perseverance, touching on the challenges of burnout and depression that often accompany career changes, relationships, and personal projects. We examine the unique ways men and women handle midlife changes and the power of taking small, steady step...

This episode of the podcast offers a compelling and hopeful perspective on advancing racial equity. Dr. Nikki Lanier's approach, grounded in grace and compassion, provides a roadmap for women to lead meaningful change without alienating those around them. As we look toward a future where Black and Hispanic populations will become the demographic majority, the urgency of this work cannot be oversta...

Today our guest is Lynn Schussler-Williams, who is a certified Reset-It specialist, speaker, and author. Lynn teaches a remarkable process to release what doesn't belong to you and changes perspectives and results. For over 20 years Lynn has worked with individuals and groups, helping them accelerate results, create richer, more fulfilling lives. She's on a mission to help people learn to reset th...

Explore how to process emotions within your body to overcome trauma and create a life of freedom and joy. Unleash your true potential and break free from generational and collective traumas. With the conversation shifting here at One Voice Evolving, there's been a natural evolution of including political dialogue in our discussions and topics. As a result of this, it was timely to undergird this e...

Have you ever been told you were too much, high maintenance or not enough? Based on the viral video that birthed the Too Much Woman movement, Gina Hatzis was featured in a Los Angeles article as one of the 3 most important events to empower women in 2019 which is the year that I met her. We recorded the day after 'Answer the Call 2024' white women's call occurred and It was a fascinating conversat...

Meet Laurel K. Rutledge, your Chief Navigation Officer™! She's not your average coach. She’s your business and organizational strategy consultant and advisor with some super deep coaching mixed in. With a background in in accounting, consulting, risk management, and HR, across multiple industries, Laurel is the secret sauce for successful business owners. Holding a myriad of professional certifica...

What is intersectionality? Intersectionality is a concept coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989 to describe how various forms of social subcategories, such as race, gender, and class, intersect to create unique dynamics and effects. When we recognize that individuals can't be defined by a single aspect of their identity, we begin to see the full picture of their lived experiences. This deeper unders...

Today our topic is “Courageous Discomfort: how to have important brave life-changing conversations about race and racism. Our guest is Shanterra McBride who is an international teacher speaker author and preacher with expertise in youth development diversity and inclusion. Over a decade ago she founded Marvelous University working with young people from all backgrounds on life coaching, success pl...

This week our guest is author Melody LeBaron who wrote “Transforming Death: Creating Sacred Space.” She brings a distinct background and describes how the intersection of privilege, patriarchy, and colonialism intersect with her spirituality and activism in today's world. The unique part is the intersection of the grief work that she has done on end of life, and the way that we experience that gri...

Our topic for today is Raising Children in a Racist World. Meet Tracey Butler-Johnson. Tracey has been drawn to this work for as long as she can remember. We talk about how she was raised in Brooklyn and how she met her husband and how their family navigated interracial marriage, and then how they are raising their child in a very liberal part of DC. And yet still at the age of 3 their child was e...

Join me in this raw and relatable video as I give you a glimpse into my life behind the scenes. Discover how I navigate the joys and challenges of advocating for racial equity while juggling multiple responsibilities. Stay tuned for insights and inspiration on making a difference in your day-to-day life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Part 2 of my conversation with Susan McCuistion, author of "The D Word: 12 Steps to Diversity Recovery." This segment we talk candidly about the false belief that colorblindness is a virtue. Join us as we discuss the hidden privileges and underlying racism associated with claiming to be colorblind. It's time to challenge our perspectives as white women and police ourselves for a change....

This week our guest is Susan McCuistion who holds an M.S. in Statistics from University of Nevada, Las Vegas and is a registered member of the Oneida Nation. Her visionary approach, mathematical mind, and inclusively passionate heart led her to become President of daiOne LLC (spelled d-a-i-O-n-e) anagram of her tribe, daiOne. Susan is author of the #1 international bestselling book “The D Word: 12...

In this Special Edition episode, we are honored to have the esteemed Dr. Nikki Lanier who embodies our intent to bring you voices that are raw, real and relatable and able to shift the conversation from head to heart for White women. Dr. Nikki Lanier is all that, and so much more! With over 25 years of career achievements and higher education, her company, Harper Slade, is one of the fastest growi...

This week I had a robust conversation with Holly Hartman and it was illuminating! Holly is a super connector and helps women crack the code of communication by making safe containers for women to collect and collaborate both online and in person. Her approach is rooted in a belief in collaboration over competition, recognizing that by working together, we can achieve far more than we ever could al...

Welcome to One Voice Evolving podcast where our mission is to reclaim joy in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) spaces. Our goal is to dive deeper than the surface and bring on guests who are raw, real, and relatable, shifting the conversation away from the usual presentations to White women. As a White woman, my understanding of racism has been shallow and sheltered. The privilege of my skin...