Self Reflection Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Some conversations don't just give you information—they change the way you see yourself. In this deeply moving episode of Self Reflection Podcast , Lira sits down with behavioral strategist, author, and speaker D.B. Bedford for a conversation that every person—especially every young Black man and woman—needs to hear. Growing up in one of America's most dangerous cities,...

Send us Fan Mail What if the places we judge the most… are actually where some of the deepest human connections are being formed? What if nightlife was never just about music, parties, or escape—  but about healing, belonging, culture, survival, and community? In this deeply reflective and soul-stirring episode of the Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits down with Bay Area DJ, entrepren...

Send us Fan Mail What if the life you’re living right now… is waiting on one decision? In this deeply moving episode of the Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon invites you into a conversation that doesn’t just inspire—it confronts. Alongside life coach Deidra, this episode explores the quiet truths we often avoid… the patterns we tolerate… and the cost of staying the same. This is not just...

Send us Fan Mail What if the very experiences that once made you feel broken… were the same ones shaping your purpose? In this deeply moving and soul-nourishing episode of the Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon invites you into an intimate conversation about healing, identity, and the quiet strength it takes to rebuild yourself from within. This episode features Monica, founder of Mommy’s...

Send us Fan Mail What if one festival could shift how a culture is seen, heard, and experienced? Welcome to a powerful, culture-defining episode of Self Reflection Podcast , where host Lira Ndifon takes you beyond the surface of music and into the heartbeat of something much bigger— AfroFEST Bay Area . This isn’t just a conversation. It’s an invitation into a movement. A movement where African cul...

Send us Fan Mail What if one stage could change an artist’s life… and shift an entire culture? In this powerful and culture-rich episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon takes you inside the heartbeat of something bigger than music— AfroFEST Bay Area . This is more than an interview. This is a story about platform, purpose, and possibility. Joined by rising R&B artist Kai Azana ,...

Send us Fan Mail What if one event could shift culture… amplify voices… and reconnect a community to its roots? This isn’t just a conversation. This is a cultural moment. In this powerful episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits down with Ghanaian musician, educator, and AfroFEST contributor Pope Flyne to explore the deeper meaning behind AfroFEST Bay Area —an experience that is...

Send us Fan Mail What if one event could shift culture, elevate artists, and bring a community back together? In this powerful and culture-rich episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon takes you inside the heartbeat of something truly special— AfroFEST Bay Area . This is not just a recap. This is a reflection on what it means to build something meaningful from nothing— to gather artis...

Send us Fan Mail What if one event could reconnect you to culture, community, and yourself? In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon returns to the mic with an announcement that is more than exciting—it’s transformational: AfroFEST Bay Area is back. But this is not just about an event. This is about vision. This is about purpose. This is about what...

Send us Fan Mail What if the body already knows how to heal itself — and we’ve simply forgotten how to listen? In this fascinating episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits down with Kevin “Free” Francis , a former professional basketball player turned wellness practitioner, to explore the hidden intelligence of the human body. After spending years playing professional basketball...

Send us Fan Mail Season Four of Self Reflection Podcast opens with a powerful, soul-stirring conversation that bridges ambition, authenticity, mental health, and legacy. Hosted by Lira Ndifon , this episode features celebrity fashion stylist and creative director Ariel Tinsey , founder of Black Thought Creative Agency. From her early days in Chicago to building a thriving career in Los Angeles, Ar...

Send us Fan Mail What if thriving isn’t about the hustle… but about the impact you leave behind? In this deeply inspiring Season 3 finale of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits down with award-winning entrepreneur, community visionary, and culinary force Chef Renee Johnson for a conversation that goes far beyond business. From building one of the Bay Area’s most celebrated soul food br...

Send us Fan Mail Love feels harder than it should. Why? We swipe.  We text.  We “talk.”  We ghost.  We try again. But beneath the surface of modern dating lies something much deeper: attachment wounds, social conditioning, trauma, ego, fear — and the unspoken longing to be truly seen. In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits down with couples thera...

Send us Fan Mail What if the very moment that almost broke you… was the moment that built you? He watched his best friend get shot six times at 16… and no one asked him how he was doing. No therapist. No safe space. Just silence, street code, and survival.  In this raw and powerful episode of Self Reflection Podcast, Robert Harrison shares how that moment shaped his mental health, triggered PTSD,...

Send us Fan Mail What if the life you’re living right now is inviting you to slow down, listen deeper, and finally come home to yourself? In this powerful and soul-expanding episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits with Ann Jonas for a deeply intentional conversation on self-reflection, spirituality, and the sacred connection between the human experience and the divine. This epis...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly take to raise emotionally healthy children in a world shaped by trauma, inequality, and silence? In this powerful episode of Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon sits down with therapists Hassan "Chop" Russell and Robert "Bobbito" Harrison for a deeply honest conversation on mental health, parenting, masculinity, and the emotional wellb...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when we stop performing for the world—and finally tell the truth about who we are? In this deeply moving and soul-stirring episode of Self Reflection Podcast , hosted by Lira Ndifon , we sit down with artist, filmmaker, and storyteller Bryce Savoy for a raw, honest, and necessary conversation about mental health, grief, fatherhood, identity, and the power of community...

Send us Fan Mail What if the drive that fuels your success is actually a survival mechanism in disguise? In this explosive Season Premiere of the Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon is joined by Cassandra McClure —celebrity makeup artist, agency owner, and founder of Clean Living Magazine . While Cassandra has built a multi-million dollar empire, her journey to the top wasn't just abou...

Send us Fan Mail Are you moving through life on autopilot, reacting to triggers based on old programming rather than responding with intention? In a world that constantly demands we define ourselves by our jobs, relationships, and past traumas, finding our true identity can feel impossible. In this transformative episode of the Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon dives deep into the art and...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of the Self Reflection Podcast , host Lira Ndifon steps into new territory by inviting two transformative guests: Eric Yuan from the Alameda  County Behavioral Health Department and Dr. Harry Ding, a fifth-generation Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner. Together, they discuss their innovative community program that bridges the gap between Wester...

Send us Fan Mail Are you suffering from "swipe fatigue"? In a world where digital dating feels more like a chore than a connection, we’re often left wondering if the "spark" has been replaced by an algorithm. But what if the right technology could actually lead you back to a real soul connection? Today, host Lira Ndifon sits down with Martin Hossen , the visionary CEO and Found...

Send us Fan Mail In this power-packed episode of the Self-Reflection Podcast , Lira welcomes back Jackie Wu, the founder and CEO of Treasure Life's Journey and a renowned sales expert. Building on their previous discussion, Jackie dives deeper into her signature FAQ Formula , a transformative framework designed to help entrepreneurs and professionals secure a "yes" in just one conve...

Send us Fan Mail What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want isn't your ability, but your belief system? We’ve all been there: The moment you want to speak up, but your voice catches. The opportunity you let slip away because you felt "not ready." The constant, nagging feeling that you need to shrink yourself to fit in. In this raw and transformative solo episo...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you look in the mirror and no longer recognize the survivor staring back at you? For many women recovering from breast cancer, burn injuries, or traumatic accidents, the physical battle may be over, but the emotional war with their own reflection has just begun. In this deeply moving and transformative episode, host Lira Ndifon sits down with Yesenia Nissan , a B...

Send us Fan Mail Content Warning: This episode contains an in-depth discussion about suicide, depression, and grief that may be distressing for some listeners. Please listen with care. Host Lira Ndifon opens this powerful episode with an urgent and heartfelt call for awareness, shedding light on the political violence, military brutality, and internet shutdowns currently happening in her home coun...