The Warm Truth Podcast

In this episode of our Black Women in Business series, we sit down with Elizabeth, founder of LokLovin, to explore her inspiring pivot into the hair industry. She shares how she built a thriving loc‑focused community in Austin and the core values that have guided her through 11 successful years in business. From purpose to perseverance, Elizabeth's story is a masterclass in growth, creativity, and...

In this episode is we sit down with Qi Dada  rapper, artist, priestess, serial entrepreneur, community activist, mother, wife, and so much more. She opens up about the realities behind wearing many hats, navigating entrepreneurship, and learning how to confidently put a price tag on your gifts and services. From community leadership to personal growth, this conversation is layered with honesty, wi...

In this episode, we sit down with Mrs. Renee, founder of The Southern Soul Bowl, a Black-owned soul food truck in Austin that's bringing comfort, culture, and connection to the community.   Mrs. Renee shares her journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges of building something from the ground up, and the rewards that come from walking in your purpose. More than just food, her mission is to make...

In this episode, we sit down with Mrs. Renee, founder of The Southern Soul Bowl, a Black-owned soul food truck in Austin that's bringing comfort, culture, and connection to the community. Mrs. Renee shares her journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges of building something from the ground up, and the rewards that come from walking in your purpose. More than just food, her mission is to make pe...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

In today's episode, we are sitting down with Shaunea, daughter of the founder behind Caring Carrie's Coffee Corner a Black woman owned café pouring more than great coffee into Austin. She's also the powerhouse leading "Our Black Austin", a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting and supporting our community. Together, we explore how she blends entrepreneurship, service, and heart to create real change ri...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

We're kicking off our Black Business Series with a glow up by AKINYI SKIN, the minimalist skincare destination. This week, we sit down with an Austin based husband and wife skincare duo who are building a brand with intention, and a whole lot of melanin‑safe magic. We talk through the real challenges of running a business, the kind of advice corporate girlies like us wish we heard sooner, and what...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

In today's episode, Amadi creator of  Let That Boy Live podcast joins us to share HIS friendship journey. With the same questions, he offers a fresh, honest perspective on how connection and growth show up in his friendships. The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, ea...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

In today's episode, we wrap up with our friend Marti Longoria Potts and reflect on ways we have shown up for our friends through life's transitions and how friends have shown up for us.    The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conver...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

In today's episode, we explore the sacred, ever‑evolving nature of friendship the way it shapes us, challenges us, and grows alongside us. Together with PGA PRO and friend Marti Longoria Potts, we reflect on how to honor the people who walk with us, how to release connections that no longer align, and how to stay open to the friendships still waiting to find us. The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podca...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

Distance changes a lot, but it doesn't have to change us . In this episode of our Friendship series, we welcome a brand‑new guest Kaylynn C. to unpack how friendships evolve when life pulls people in different directions. From staying connected across states to redefining what closeness looks like, we get real about the messy, funny, and surprisingly comforting parts of long‑distance friendship. T...

Welcome to our Friendship Panel! Our first guest is Victoria Davis who can be found at @victoriadavis4 on IG! Today, we will discuss what what a "high maintenance" friend looks like and if being met half way is really being high maintenance.   Are you a high maintenance friend? What is a low maintenance friend? Are we just making excuses not to show up for people? Our guest @victoriadavis4 breaks...

Welcome to part 2 of our Friendship Panel! Our first guest is Victoria Davis who can be found at @victoriadavis4 on IG! Today, we will discuss what friendship means to us, if we are matching energy or using our intuition or if we are more fluid in our friendships.   Do you find time to make friends and keep the ones you have? Actually, what do you expect from friends and what does friendship look...

Welcome to our Friendship Panel! Our first guest is Victoria Davis who can be found at @victoriadavis4 on IG! Today, we will discuss what friendship means to us, if we are matching energy or using our intuition or if we are more fluid in our friendships.   Do you find time to make friends and keep the ones you have? Actually, what do you expect from friends and what does friendship look like to yo...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us. With warmth, wit, and...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us.   With warmth, wit, an...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us.   With warmth, wit, an...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us.   With warmth, wit, an...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us.   With warmth, wit, an...

The Warm Truth is a lifestyle podcast for modern millennials who are balancing ambition with authenticity. Hosted by Kim and Mel, two corporate women turned truth-tellers, each episode dives into the real conversations we don't always say out loud including navigating careers, relationships, identity, wellness, and what it means to grow in a world that doesn't always get us.   With warmth, wit, an...