Say It Out Loud with Kara Brothers

This week, we’re joined by FRITZ SAM, a Bronx-born Uber driver whose ordinary morning ride became an extraordinary act of courage. On his way to the airport with a passenger, Fritz pulled over, ran into a burning building, and helped rescue people trapped inside, then still got his rider to their flight on time. What drives someone to turn a car full of strangers into a scene of real-life heroism?...

As we head into the new year, this episode with Syama Bunten feels like the perfect reset, an invitation to think about what we gain when we choose expansion over staying stuck in old money stories and personal trauma. It’s a conversation about curiosity, agency, and what becomes possible when we stop letting the past define our future. FOLLOW HER on IG ‪@syama.coLearn more about WEALTH CATALYST a...

In this episode, Kara shares her personal reading with expert Kate Mehta on her Human Design chart and how it can guide her future. Maybe these insights can help guide yours, too. FOLLOW HER on IG ‪@yourwiring Explore her services at https:/www.katemehta.com Kate Mehta is a mind, body, and soul expert who helps people understand their unique wiring so they can work with their energy, not against i...

Our next Say It Out Loud guest is a sex worker rights advocate, comedian, and writer. Kaytlin Bailey, is the Founder & Executive Director of Old Pros, a nonprofit using storytelling to fight for sex worker rights. She hosts The Oldest Profession Podcast and created The Oldest Profession, a bold, funny, and fierce journey through 10,000 years of history from a sex worker’s perspective. A globally r...

Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis uses her gifts as author, activist, preacher, and public theologian toward creating an antiracist, just, gun violence free, fully welcoming, gender affirming society in which everyone has enough. Jacqui is the Senior Minister at Middle Collegiate Church. A womanist theologian, Jacqui has preached at the Festival of Homiletics, the Wild Goose Festival, The Children’s Defense F...

Chad Sanders is a writer, podcast host, and creator. In his latest book, How to Sell Out: The (Hidden) Cost of Being a Black Writer, Chad brings deep vulnerability, honesty, and humor to a collection of essays that reflect on personal experiences from his career. He is also the author of Black Magic: What Black Leaders Learned From Trauma and Triumph and the children’s book The Quest Cousins Go Ca...

Kara talks with Coach Keren FOLLOW HER at @kereneldad2960 IG @coachkerenhttps://www.kereneldadspeaks.com/ Kara is joined by someone who made waves in her own pivot, Keren Eldad, aka Coach Keren. They talk about overcoming judgment and embracing sacrifice to level up. This is a no-nonsense talk where she breaks down real lessons and tools. New episode drops Thursday at 10 AM EST. Subscribe today! K...

Kara talks with thought leader, Michael Ventura. FOLLOW ON IG @michaelventura https://www.michaelventura.co/ In our first episode of Season 2, we chat with Michael Ventura about how empathy can change our workplace and our lives. We dive into what risks are worth taking to follow our “north star,” aka greater purpose, and live intentionally. Michael Ventura has worked as a leader, facilitator, and...

Kara catches up with her dear friend, Rebecca Allen. From their origin story at university to their current playground hangouts, they've known each other for a minute. They discuss finding balance as parents and the spiritual practices they've decided to pass on (or not to), and what might be lost in the in-between. They also attempt to finish a round of Jenga. Spoiler: they don't. Working moms ha...

Kara and Allie discuss our worst and best-case scenarios for AI through the lens of futurism and primalism. They also explore ways to preserve friendship, human connection, and our ancestral wisdom in the face of these possible futures. Allie Dietzek is equal parts futurist and primalist. Professionally, she has spent time in the worlds of business development, innovation, and digital product desi...

Kara talks with activist and poet, ALYSSA MARTINEZ aka LILO. They chat about their shared introvert tendencies, the clerb, environmental activism, and what the journey to finding her voice as a young Black woman looked like for Alyssa in today's America. Alyssa is a Bronx-born teaching artist, activist, spoken word poet, and actress who’s been performing for over 12 years. She uses her art as a wa...

Kara talks with her hubby, John-Marcus Phillips. They discuss how their communication has improved (for the most part) over the past 10+ years together and what they needed to do to achieve that. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit karabrothers.substack.com

Pooja Reddy is a rural Kentucky-raised comedy writer and stand-up comedian based in Brooklyn, NY with roots in Hyderabad, India. She began her career in Washington, DC, working for First Lady Michelle Obama before moving into public-private sector partnerships at the United Nations and then the business development team at The Walt Disney Company. Pooja's writing and performances have been feature...

Francesca Hogi is a love coach, writer, podcast host, and TED speaker known for her work on navigating modern love and building healthy relationships. She's also a former corporate lawyer and a two-time contestant on the reality TV show "Survivor". Francesca founded The True Love Society, a community for singles, and hosts the podcast "Dear Franny," where she offers relationship advice. ORDER her...

Joél L. Daniels, also known as Joel Leon, is a performer, author, and storyteller who writes and tells stories for Black people. Born and raised in the Bronx, Joel specializes in moderating and leading conversations surrounding race, masculinity, mental health, creativity, and the performing arts, with love at the center of his work and purpose. FOLLOW ON IG @iamjoelleon This is a public episode....

We chat rebranding intuition, trusting yourself, spirituality, and our work together as coach and client. Mory Fontanez is an Intuitive Life & Leadership coach, author, podcast host, speaker, and founder of Eight22 Group—a consultancy designed to help organizations elevate their consciousness. Follow @SignalWithMoryandMelissa IG @moryfontanez Order “ Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of your Intui...