The SPEAKHER Podcast

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Speak[Her] Podcast!  Author, actor, designer, consultant, and influencer, Adrain Davis (IG @adriandavisnow) stopped by to deep into the heart of creativity, exploring the transformative power of faith and authenticity. So settle into your creative space, and let's embark on a journey that will undoubtedly fuel your passion.  Stay tuned and let the j...

I'm sitting down with the dynamic duo of the Let's Rap Podcast to discuss: - Our brothers creating communicatively space spaces for each other - The impact of touch deprivation - Performance exhaustion...and so much more. Support the show FB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camilleessick | camilleessick.com YT: CamilleEssick "Where Innovators & Creators Connect". **I do not own th...

Celebrity stylist, educator, and author, Recondius O'Brien is back as we sit down to discuss proximity, bringing our entire person into the entire space, and so much more! Support the show FB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camilleessick | camilleessick.com YT: CamilleEssick "Where Innovators & Creators Connect". **I do not own the rights to this music, excluding all theme songs, voic...

Pastor Abraham Belanger (IG @pastorbelanger) sits down with me for an in-depth conversation on his journey from the streets to the pews to the pulpit. Pastor B is extremely transparent about his life prior to ministry and how the power of God shifted his life in ways he could not imagine.  Support the show FB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camilleessick | camilleessick.com YT: CamilleEssick "Where...

Heart + Soul 2021 was a two-day virtual conference bringing together Black men and women from around the country and various industries for a panel conversation on creativity, faith, love, relationships, and mental health. Day One compromised a panel of innovative men to share their perspectives on love and relationships while expressing the emotional needs of men in today's culture. This pan...

She wears many hats! My sister and classmate (MTSU #GoBlue) author, goal coach, serial entreprenuer, artist, Cameo Bobo (IG @princess_cameo) returns to join me for another insightful conversation.  You do not want to miss this episode. Tune in now! Support the show FB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camilleessick | camilleessick.com YT: CamilleEssick "Where Innovators & Creators Connect"....

We are ripping the band-aid off!  Maleeka Hollaway ( IG @maleekahollaway) is a BOSS in her own right and joins the conversation as a first-timer to The Speak[Her] Podcast.  She is a mentor, entrepreneur, author, speaker, mom, and consultant. Maleeka  joins me for a transparent conversation on: - Her journey in branding - Facing the truth about her truth in the process - Faith in entrepreneurship -...

We are closing out the season with a BANG! 💥🎤 Dr. Matisa Olinger Wilbon (IG @drmatisawilbon) is pulling up for a powerful conversation on the power of community and insight into her journey as a powerhouse.  This is a conversation you do not want to miss. (I’m giving the disclaimer now).  Dr. Wilbon is a boss in her own right.  👑 Minister 👑 Wife 👑 Mother 👑 CEO 👑 Educator 👑 Author 👑 TED Ta...

Being present and showing up is one of the most important aspects of effective leadership.  George D. Moore (IG @georgedmoore) stops by to share his perspective on the importance of affirming our Black boys at an early age, defining leadership, and the power of presence. Join us as we dive into this important topic and learn how presence can help shape our lives, our communities, and our world. Su...

Author & Dean, Dr. Tamla V. Autry returns to sit down with e & to share her perspective on: - Embracing your newness: - Trusting the timing, - Growing graciously, and so much more. Support the show FB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camilleessick | camilleessick.com YT: CamilleEssick "Where Innovators & Creators Connect". **I do not own the rights to this music, excluding all theme...

There is such a thing called oversharing. Transparency is a powerful component with looking to build healthy connections and communities with your audience, clients, or customers. However, there is a thing called oversharing.  20 years in journalism/media! Video Coach, Producer, & Speaker @therosholive returns to The Speak[Her] Podcast. Ro stopped by and provided insight on how to: - Discern t...

We continue to pull impactful interviews from the fault. Sealz the Man (IG/YT @sealztheman) returns as we continue our discussion on the presence and impact of Black men, the stereotypes surrounding them, and how our perspectives impact the selection process while dating. Take a peek into this episode from The Speak[Her] Podcast. www.thespeakherpodcast.com | FB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camille.es...

Do you walk to your car looking for your keys WHILE on your phone? Are you texting at red lights? Are you on your phone when unlocking your door?    When Black women go missing there is a minimal effort in the search process.  When Black women are murdered there is minimal effort to obtain justice.  But, there are things that can be implemented in your daily routine to increase your safety.  Sgt....

I had to celebrate my 100th streaming episode of The Speak[Her] Podcast with Lisa Knox (you may remember her from Mics and Mimosas).  Lisa joins me to: - Catch up since M&M - Being intentional - The power of taking the plunge to pivot...and so much more.  www.thespeakherpodcast.com | www.camillessesick.com | IG @camille.essick | www.gbmofficial.com **I do not own rights to this music.** Suppor...

I could not have a new season without bringing a few new faces to you. The founder of Heart-to-Heart Tax Services, Cheryhl Gardner stopped by to discuss: - The impact of faith on entrepreneurship - Her BIG announcement - Surviving the pandemic  - Leveling up as a small business owner www.thespeakherpodcast.com | info@thespeakherpodcast.com | camilleessick.com | IG @camille.essick Support the show...

Entrepreneurship can be an exciting journey. Social media only shows the highs & rarely exposes the lows. Author & creator of the 3:16 Collection, Jaylen LaGrande, joins me for a transparent conversation about: - The role of faith as an entrepreneur - His personal journey & the evolution of the 3:16 Collection - What they don't tell you about entrepreneurship....and so much more. ...

I love sitting down with our brothers to hear their perspectives on mental health, relationships, faith, and entrepreneurship. Many men in the Black community remain quiet about the quality and status of their mental and physical health.  Derin Lindsey drops by to share his journey as an entrepreneur and being diagnosed with kidney disease at age 30. Now at age 31, he has found power in the pivot!...

It hits differently when you are sitting on the other side of the mic! I have had several requests from subscribers wanting to know. little more about who I am and what inspires me.  Reese Ponder joins me as my guest and co-host to interview me in this transparent conversation as I share my: - Personal journey, - Inspiration & motivational,  - Pivotal life moments, and so much more! Follow &am...

There is a rise in the number of suicides and suicide attempts in Black teens as factors such as sexual assault, racial discrimination, and socio-economics continue to impact our communities. Join me as I took a look into why our Black youth are contemplating suicide, debunking the idea of it being a "white issue", and the resources available to our youth.  If you or someone you love fee...

Laura Smith-Fields, of Bridgeport, CT, was an Instagram personality with more than 12K followers. Her death has drawn attention from several news sources. Brenda Lee Rawls was also found dead with strikingly similar circumstances and the same person of interest.  In this episode, I recap the case surrounding Smith-Fields and Rawls, the lack of energy given by the BPD, and the current status of eac...

You cannot have it both ways. We continue to see men, particularly Black men, get dragged on social media when they open up & share their feelings. Yet, the community complains about the lack of transparency from men.  Antwan Aiken returns to join me for a conversation about: - The emotional transparency of men - Creating spaces that are communicatively safe for our men - The dangers of emotio...

The squad is here to close out the month-long conversation celebrating all things about love + relationships. I had to close out the Heart + Soul Conversations Series with a bang with some heavy hitters on deck and introduce you to a couple of new creatives as well. Kaleb Elijah Dr. Whitney McCurrie Nicki Bond Darwin "DJ" Smalls Sealz The Man...are all joining for the singles edition of...

THE VOICE IS HERE!!  I love sitting down with our brothers to hear their perspectives on mental health, relationships, fatherhood, faith, and entrepreneurship.  Designer, Singer, and Songwriter Terence "The Voice" Boyd of The Speak{Her} Podcast joins me for a transparent conversation on: • Being ok with saying you’re not ok  • Creating spaces to decompress  • Provider pressure  • The imp...

Throughout the month of February, we have been celebrating love + relationships. However, love + friendships are not always bliss. Join me as I begin a conversation on NPD and what you need to know. This conversation will be ongoing to provide information on NPD, signs of emotional and physical abuse, and resources to get help and share the journey to recovery and healing.  Join me as I begin to b...

Ro Taylor, the founder of Hair Loc'r,  stopped by in full transparency as she shared her experience of: - On the brink of accepting the idea of not being married & frustrations she experienced, - Her journey to worthiness, - The creation of a brand that has become a voice for the natural hair community, - Giving Cam a little advice along the way! I truly enjoyed this conversation with Ro...