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Pretty Private with Eboné

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Welcome to Pretty Private with Eboné—the podcast where silence is broken and stories are set free. Every Tuesday, we explore the untold experiences of women of color who’ve faced it all—childhood trauma, addiction, abuse, incarceration, grief, mental health struggles, and more—and found the strength to make it to the other side. Hosted by your favorite Professional Homegirl, Eboné delivers raw, unfiltered conversations that inspire, empower, and remind you that healing begins with being heard. What sets Pretty Private apart ... Anonymity. Guests share their truth without fear of judgment—free...

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The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts

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Society

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

My Mother Gave Me Away to a One-Arm Gay White Man 18.02.2025

On this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné's guest opens up about her journey of self-discovery and the emotional challenges of growing up in a sundown town. Raised in an environment where her Blackness was erased and given away to her adopted father, she battled feelings of abandonment and a deep longing to connect with the mother she never knew. After years of searching,...

Our Love Survived A Bank Robbery And 21 Years Behind Bars 11.02.2025

On this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné dives into a powerful story of love, redemption, and second chances. Eboné's guests—husband and wife—share their extraordinary journey, from robbing a bank in their youth to navigating a 21 year prison sentence that tested their commitment and resilience. Despite the odds, their love never wavered, and they tran...

UPDATE: My Husband Was On The Down Low 04.02.2025

In this week's episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné's guest returns to share the latest chapter in her marriage. Four years ago, after discovering that her husband is HIV-positive and living a double life on the down-low, Eboné's guest opens up about navigating the emotional, physical, and mental toll of betrayal. She also shares her journey toward healing, the diffic...

My Father Took His Own Life 28.01.2025

In this deeply moving episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné’s guest courageously shares her journey of losing her father to suicide and the profound impact it had on her life. With raw honesty, she reflects on the emotional aftermath, the unanswered questions, and the complex layers of grief she’s had to navigate. She also opens up about how this tragedy shaped he...

I'm A Mortician 21.01.2025

On this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné sits down with a remarkable mortician who turned a childhood calling into a powerful career in the funeral industry. Her journey began at just 8 years old when a tragic murder shook her small town, sparking a lifelong passion for helping others during their final chapter. Years later, her path came full circle in an unimaginable w...

I Survived Lake Lanier 14.01.2025

On this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné's guest shares her incredible story of surviving the infamous Lake Lanier in 1997. She reflects on the lost town of Oscarville, a once-thriving African American community submerged when Lake Lanier was created, and the tragic history that surrounds it. She then takes us back to the day she visited Lake Lanier, revealing the eerie...

My Child Is Transgender 07.01.2025

This week on The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné is joined by a trailblazer who made history as the first non-binary elected official in Delaware. They share their personal journey of supporting their daughter through her transition, reflecting on the early signs of her identity, the emotional challenges of navigating systems like healthcare and education, and the profound joy of seein...

The Professional Homegirl: UNLOCKED: We're A 90's R&B Girl Group 05.01.2025

The Black Effect Presents... The Professional Homegirl! On this episode of  PHG Unlocked on The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné sits down with an iconic 90s R&B girl group whose sultry harmonies and unforgettable hits shaped a generation’s soundtrack. The trio opens up about their meteoric rise to fame, the creative chemistry behind their chart-topping singles, and the...

Best PHG Moments of 2024! 31.12.2024

Revisit some of the best moments of the PHG Podcast from 2024! Episodes included in this compilation: -From Ordained Minister to Spiritual Guide: Navigating Religion and Spirituality -I Denounced My Sorority Part 1 -MEN SERIES: I Was Delivered From Homosexuality -I Regret Having Children -I'm A Christian Part 2 -SPOOKY SERIES: I Was Haunted By Demonic Spirits Part 1 -SPOOKY SERIES: I'm A Black Hor...

PHG FLASHBACK: I'm a Fat Black Muslim Woman 27.12.2024

During this week's episode of The PHG Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing a soon to be New York Time's Best Seller. She shares her story of being a fat, black, Muslim woman and her journey is beyond inspirational.   --Originally published on Feb 4, 2020-- See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PHG FLASHBACK: I Had My Silicone Injections Removed 24.12.2024

During this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing a woman who received silicone injections in her hips and butt. She shares her story on always wanting to have a more curvy figure, how the illegal butt and hip injections affected her health, and her post-surgery journey. Y'all know I love when my guests keep it real and this is such a raw yet insightful interview.  --Origin...

PHG FLASHBACK: I Was An Escort 19.12.2024

On this week's flashback episode, Eboné had the pleasure of interviewing a retired escort. They dived right into the sex work industry as she provides more details in being an escort for nearly seven years, the levels in "hoearchy" within the sex work industry, and the main reason why she stopped.  ---Originally published on Aug 19, 2019--- Connect with Eboné: Buy Eboné A...

My Mother is The Fastest Woman in History 17.12.2024

In this week's remastered episode, Eboné sits down for a captivating conversation with the daughter of Olympic legend Florence Griffith Joyner a.k.a The Fastest Woman in History, Flo Jo.  She shares her thoughts on her mother receiving her proper credit, her family's legacy, and her relationship growing up with her mom. Our guest recently lost her husband and she speaks more about the...

PHG FLASHBACK: I Lost My Husband to Gun Violence 13.12.2024

In this two-part conversation, Eboné and her guest from Ep. 38: I'm A Correctional Officer at Rikers Island get back together to discuss their first conversation, retirement, and how she sometimes misses being a C.O.  In addition, she shares the grim details of her husband's murder, her thoughts on gun violence before it affected her, and the laws that support the gun industry. She als...

Ask Eboné 12.12.2024

In this special Ask Eboné episode, Eboné answers listener-submitted questions. Tune in as she shares her favorite episodes, gives behind-the-scenes tea, advice on being consistent, and much more. Got a question for Eboné? Send it in, and it might just be featured in the next Ask Eboné segment! Connect with Eboné: Buy Eboné A Gift: Shop Now Eboné PHG...

My Journey With HIV 03.12.2024

In this classic episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné speaks with her anonymous guest about living with HIV for over ten years and how it changed her life personally and professionally. She talks about dating, giving birth to her HIV negative son, and finding her purpose through it. Connect with Eboné: Buy Eboné A Gift: Shop Now Eboné PHG Storefront: Shop Now Read Eboné's Love Letter...

Pussy Prayers: Sacred Rituals for Wild Women Of Color 26.11.2024

In this week’s episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné has the honor of speaking with the anonymous author of Pussy Prayers: Sacred and Sensual Rituals for Wild Women of Color . Together, they dive into a transformative conversation about body positivity, healing from childhood trauma, and how the author’s personal journey inspired the creation of this empowering book. They also explo...

The Professional Homegirl 1st Annual Turkey Drive 19.11.2024

This week on The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné gives you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at planning The Professional Homegirl 1st Annual Turkey Drive! From navigating challenges to celebrating wins, she shares how this vision came to life. Joining her is one of her favorite professional homegirls, who reflects on the journey and what it was like to see Eboné reach this incredible goal....

Confessions Of A BBW Pornstar 12.11.2024

In this week's episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné sits down with a BBW porn star who has spent over seven years carving out her place in the adult entertainment world. Her guest dives into her journey, sharing what it was like to enter the industry without fully understanding its complexities and shedding light on the misconceptions and unfair stigma often attached to BBWs in por...

SPOOKY SERIES: I'm A Black Horror Film Historian 29.10.2024

In the spine-tingling finale of the Spooky Series on The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné sits down with a Black horror film historian whose lifelong love for the genre was inspired by her mother’s passion for horror movies. Together, Eboné and her guest delve into the evolution of Black horror films, exploring how Black characters have shaped and been shaped by horror narratives and why these...

The Professional Homegirl Podcast: My Ex Was A Serial Killer 27.10.2024

The Black Effect Presents... The Professional Homegirl Podcast! In this powerful episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné’s guest, a former CIA agent, reveals her shocking story of discovering that her ex-fiancé was a serial killer. After meeting him on a dating app, she became entangled in a nightmare that led to the devastating loss of her son. Eboné’s guest opens up about the profou...

I'm A Breast Cancer Survivor 22.10.2024

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast features two brave women sharing their deeply personal journeys with breast cancer. Eboné’s first guest, diagnosed in her mid-40s, opens up about receiving her diagnosis at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and the emotional and physical toll it took as she navigated breast cancer treatment during suc...

SPOOKY SERIES: My Journey with My Grandfather’s Ghost: Navigating Racism and Forgiveness 15.10.2024

In this powerful episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné engages with a guest who shares his transformative journey through race, identity, and forgiveness in a divided America. Straddling both Black and white worlds, he opens up about the challenges he faced in reconciling his identity, particularly after learning that his mother was white and struggled with mental illness. This disco...

SPOOKY SERIES: I Was Haunted By Demonic Spirits Part 2 08.10.2024

In Part 2 of I Was Haunted by Demonic Spirits , Eboné and her guest continue the chilling journey as they dive deeper into her supernatural encounters. Together, they explore how watching scary movies and engaging with dark entertainment can open portals to demonic forces, shedding light on the spiritual risks many overlook. Eboné's guest recalls the pivotal moment when her life took a drastic tur...

SPOOKY SERIES: I Was Haunted By Demonic Spirits Part 1 01.10.2024

In Part 1 of this gripping episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast , Eboné's guest reveals her chilling journey, beginning with how she learned to cast a spell on her boyfriend after watching a witchcraft movie. Raised in a Baptist household, she opens up about how her curiosity in tarot and horoscopes led her down a dark spiritual path, attracting demonic entities. She shares the various ter...

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