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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 Pain Led Me To My Purpose Part 2 04.04.2023

This week on The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné delves deeper into her guest's inspiring journey. Despite the traumatic effects of sexual abuse and the fear of perpetuating the cycle of generational curses onto her children, Eboné's guest refused to let her past define her son's future. She overcame various challenges, including addiction to the streets and limited writing skills, to graduat...

My Pain Led Me To My Purpose Part 1 28.03.2023

This week on The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné welcomes a guest whose story embodies the paradox of fragile resilience and the triumph of wounded healing in the face of unimaginable pain and trauma. In Part 1 of this 2-part segment, the guest recounts her experiences from a tender age, facing sexual abuse at the hands of her three uncles, alongside her sister and male cousin. She discusses...

I'm A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm Survivor 21.03.2023

In this week's episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné welcomes a guest who takes us on a journey of resilience and self-discovery. Ten years ago, she experienced what she thought was the worst headache of her life, but little did she know, it was a ruptured brain aneurysm. She opens up about the challenges she faced during her recovery, the lessons she learned about the importance of...

199. I Lost My Husband to Gun Violence Part 2 11.03.2023

In Part 2, my guest shares her thoughts on banning guns, if her relationship with God changed since her husband's death, and what she would say to her husband if she can speak to him one more time.  Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast  To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please...

198. I Lost My Husband to Gun Violence Part 1 07.03.2023

In Part 1, my guest from Ep. 38: I'm A Correctional Officer at Rikers Island is back and shares her thoughts on our first conversation, retirement, and how she sometimes misses being a CO. In addition, she shares details of the recent murder of her husband, her thoughts on gun violence before it affected her, and the laws that support the gun industry. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If y...

197. My Boyfriend Was Obsessed With Me 28.02.2023

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences. During this week's episode, my guest shares her story on escaping from her abusive boyfriend. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit h...

196. I'm A Survivor of Human Trafficking Part 2 21.02.2023

During Part 2, my guest shares how the Navy saved her, signs of trafficking and advice to survivors.  Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtu...

195. I'm A Survivor of Human Trafficking Part 1 14.02.2023

During Part 1, my guest shares the life expectancy of survivors of human trafficking, why adultification is so common in Black children, and details from her upbringing. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpod...

194: PHG Diaries: It's My Birthday! 10.02.2023

Happy Birthday to ME! Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an ins...

193. I'm Fat, Bisexual, and Disabled 31.01.2023

During this week's episode, my guest shares details from her memoir, Fat Off, Fat On: A Big B**ch Manifesto. We spoke about her childhood, her family contributions to her self esteem, finally feeling at home in her body, and much more. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professiona...

192. My Weight Loss Journey 24.01.2023

During this week's episode, my guest shares her weight loss journey and her reasons for receiving the gastric sleeve procedure. She shares how her ex-husband contributed to her weight gain, how her family saved her, and finding herself again. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Prof...

191. I Was Stabbed Multiple Times Part 2 17.01.2023

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences.  During Part 2, my guest shared details of her injuries, her thoughts on her attacker's other victims, being a surprised witness in court, and her advice to people who don't think this can happen to them.  Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, pl...

190. I Was Stabbed Multiple Times Part 1 10.01.2023

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences. In 1986, my guest dreamed of becoming a professional dancer. She had everything planned out until she began to dating this one person. In Part 1, she shares some of the red flags she noticed, the reason why she refused to marry him, and details about the day that changed her life forever. Shop- h...

189. PHG Diaries: Stay Encouraged 27.12.2022

Happy Holidays PHGs! Here's an update on what I've been working on! The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast....

188. My Experience in Psych Wards 20.12.2022

My guest from Ep. 187, Living with Bipolar Type 1, is back to share her experience in psych wards. She shares her first experience at the age of eight, her thoughts on America and the relationship with mental illness, and if the media helps or hurts the perceptions of psych wards. In addition, she shares details on the conditions, isolations rooms, and those who been wrongfully committed. The Prof...

187. Living with Bipolar Type 1 13.12.2022

During this week's episode, my guest shares her journey of being bipolar type 1. We touched on many different topics from her going missing which went viral on Twitter, being hospitalized four times, Kanye West, the correlation between spirituality and mania, and much more.  The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book...

186. I Was In A Gang Part 2 06.12.2022

During Part 2, my guest continues to share her story about her stay and departure from the religious boarding school. She shares details on transiting back to school, running into an OG, and how becoming a school psychologist led her to her full circle moment.    The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If y...

185. I Was In A Gang Part 1 29.11.2022

In Part 1, my guest shares her thoughts on being a former gang member. She talks about her upbringing, how she was introduced to gang life, and the misconceptions about being in a gang. In addition, we discussed her being sent to a religious boarding school, which was in the media for numerous abuse allegations. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-pr...

184. I'm An Acid Attack Survivor 22.11.2022

Four years ago on Thanksgiving Eve, my guest was attacked with acid by her boyfriend's ex-girlfriend. Today she shares her story on healing, ignoring red flags, and forgiveness. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase Th...

183. I Became A Homeowner at 24 15.11.2022

During this week's episode, my guest shares her journey of purchasing her home at the age of 24. She shared how her parents' relationship with money impacted her, owning vs. renting, and if she thinks women should purchase a home before marriage. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a c...

182. I'm A Hypnotherapist 08.11.2022

During this week's episode, I spoke to my guest on becoming a Hypnotherapist. My guest shares her thoughts on the movie Get Out, misconceptions of hypnotherapy, and how we hypnotize ourselves everyday, especially during manifestations. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, plea...

181. My Father Is Eric Garner 01.11.2022

I had the privilege of speaking to Eric Garner's youngest daughter about her memoir, Finding My Voice: On Grieving My Father, Eric Garner, and Pushing for Justice. She shares her thoughts on if activists help or hurt situations, trauma porn, settlement money, and much more!  The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book...

180. I Created Vagina Power Part 2 25.10.2022

During Part 2 of I Created Vagina Power, my guest shares more details on her relationship with her mom, why she disappeared, and how celibacy helped her stand in her Vagina Power. PREORDER The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To...

179. I Created Vagina Power Part 1 18.10.2022

During Part 1 of I Created Vagina Power, it was such an honor to speak to one of the Pioneers of the Sexuality and Spirituality Movement. She shares her thoughts on if she receives the credit that she deserves, her upbringing, and her iconic show that is still going viral twenty years later.  PREORDER The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-pro...

178. I Worked At A Sex Brothel 11.10.2022

My guest from Ep. 165 is back to share her story about working at a sex brothel. She shares details on how she started in the sex work industry, the ins and outs working at the brothel, and her first night. Plus, she talks about the amount of money she made, her favorite clients, and what she learned about herself during that time. PREORDER The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.th...

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