Unapologetically Spicy

In this deeply personal episode of Unapologetically Spicy , Harley shares the story behind her journey into Human Resources—the sacrifices, setbacks, and self-doubt that came with pursuing a career she truly wanted. After enduring months of unemployment, financial hardship, and countless job applications, Harley finally broke into the HR field. But what followed wasn't the success story she expect...

In “The Things I Didn’t Say,” Harley unpacks the quiet months — the ones filled with background sadness, heavy masking, and the exhaustion that sits behind her smile. She opens up about staying silent when the world, work, school, and the people around her made it easier to swallow her truth than speak it. This episode explores grief, burnout, the ache of feeling out of place, and the loneliness t...

Healing is messy. Sex is complicated. And sometimes… having a job doesn’t fix everything. In this episode of Unapologetically Spicy , Harley gets real about her journey through unemployment, trauma, and reclaiming her relationship with her body and intimacy. From the painful, unexpected lessons of healing, to unpacking hypersexuality as survival, to redefining what intimacy really means—this episo...

In this episode of Unapologetically Spicy , Harley peels back the layers of frustration, burnout, and unspoken labor that come with living in shared spaces — especially as a neurodivergent Black woman. From crusty dishes and crunchy floors to broken promises and broken (metaphorical) dishwashers, Harley explores how chores in adulthood can trigger deep-rooted childhood wounds and reignite old surv...

This Mother’s Day, we’re not sugarcoating it. In this deeply personal and emotionally raw episode, Harley opens up about the complexities of motherhood, loss, estrangement, and the invisible grief that lingers in the in-between. From the pain of almost-motherhood and childless step-parenting, to the ache of being the daughter of an emotionally absent mother, Motherhood in the In-Between: A Love Le...

In this raw and soul-stirring episode, Harley kicks off 2025 with a vulnerable reflection on healing from the deep wounds caused by narcissistic parents and partners. From the betrayal of a mother who chose appearances over protection, to the emotional unraveling after leaving an abusive relationship, Harley unpacks the tangled roots of trauma, identity, and love. This episode is a healing circle...

Spotify said that my creator personality is the Non-Conformist. But my 2024 wrapped said I had to learn some hard lessons for 2025. How was your year? Keep up with the socials! X (formerly known as Twitter) : ⁠⁠⁠@UnapoloSpicyPod⁠⁠⁠ Instagram : ⁠⁠⁠@unapologeticallyspicypod⁠⁠⁠ Facebook : ⁠⁠⁠Unapologetically Spicy Podcast⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠show page⁠⁠⁠ and leave a review for it to be read in a futu...

One of the roles in a narcissistic family is the "Perfect Child." We start to unpack what that looks like in this episode. If you relate to any of this, feel free to share your story or just say hi. Keep up with the socials! X (formerly known as Twitter) : ⁠⁠@UnapoloSpicyPod⁠⁠ Instagram : ⁠⁠@unapologeticallyspicypod⁠⁠ Facebook : ⁠⁠Unapologetically Spicy Podcast⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠show page⁠⁠ and le...

This deeply personal episode is about being the only child of a complex parent, and it's the beginning of what's most likely going to be an ongoing series about narcissism. If you relate to any of this, feel free to share your story or just say hi. Keep up with the socials! X (formerly known as Twitter) : ⁠@UnapoloSpicyPod⁠ Instagram : ⁠@unapologeticallyspicypod⁠ Facebook : ⁠Unapologetically Spicy...

Finally, the self-care episode! But also, we can't ignore Kamala Harris and Sonya Massey in the news. ------------------------------------------------------------ References used : Protecting My Peace: Embracing Inner Beauty and Ancestral Power (Audiobook) - https://amzn.to/4dw7hAX (Please note that this is an Amazon Affiliate link, so I get a commission if you decide to purchase from this lin...

We need to talk more about the grief that comes from ending a toxic relationship. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains mentions of emotional and verbal abuse and suicide, which can be distressing to some listeners. It might get heavy at some points, so if it becomes too much or overwhelming, please take a breather and come back later. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis o...

I promise I've been here the whole time. Life just wanted to throw hands. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains mentions of emotional and verbal abuse and suicide, which can be distressing to some listeners. It might get heavy at some points, so if it becomes too much or overwhelming, please take a breather and come back later. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or though...

An overview into being Black, a woman, and neurospicy. Buckle up! It might sound crazy hearing about it, but imagine living it. Use #unapologeticallyspicypod on X (formerly known as Twitter) and Instagram to start a conversation!

Welcome to the Unapologetically Spicy podcast! This is that Blackity neurospicy podcast you didn't know you needed, hosted by me, Harley. I plan on trying to release new episodes at least twice a month talking about a variety of topics from the perspective of a neurospicy Black woman, like work or relationships or even self-care. Think of this as your safe space to laugh, rant, learn, and cry...