SACRED H.E.R.story Podcast

What happens when a woman decides her well-being is not optional? In this powerful conversation, Nakeesa Marie shares how a life-altering health crisis—multiple surgeries and months of recovery—forced her to confront the unsustainable pace she had normalized. As a working mother and Black woman navigating societal expectations of constant strength, she made bold decisions: reducing her commitments...

After a video of her story went viral, Shunda stepped fully into her truth. A full-time day trader, military veteran, author of The Brown Girl Handbook & Experience , and advocate for self-love and financial empowerment, her journey is one of unimaginable resilience. In 2022, she lost her mother—her anchor, her only parent. Years earlier, she survived being kidnapped and beaten by someone she...

In this deeply moving and expansive conversation, Jennifer sits down with Colleen Gigante , a licensed psychotherapist whose work bridges neuroscience, spirituality, and trauma-informed healing. Colleen shares her extraordinary life journey—from growing up feeling unsafe, surviving abuse, military service, homelessness, and a devastating car accident that left her unable to walk for two years, to...

In this powerful conversation, Nona-Kerry shares her journey from surviving toxic environments and leaving home at 16 to becoming a stage 3 cancer survivor and executive producer of The Nona-Kerry & Friends Talk Show on HHN TV. She reflects on resilience, self-belief, embracing vulnerability, and how every challenge can become a doorway to transformation. A story of survival, purpose, and owni...

Today’s conversation is a powerful testament to resilience, faith, and redemption. Kimberly Deskins bravely shares her sacred herstory—one shaped by addiction, loss, incarceration, and profound healing. Through recovery, faith, and the support of AA, Kimberly found her way back to herself after surviving sexual abuse, addiction, and the heartbreak of separation from her children. She opens up abou...

Episode Description: In this episode, Krista shares the ancient and global history of frame drumming—one of humanity’s oldest instruments. Spanning cultures from Mesopotamia and Egypt to Scandinavia and the Mediterranean, this conversation explores the drum as a sacred tool for ritual, healing, childbirth, and transformation. Krista also speaks to the suppression and modern revival of drumming tra...

Juicy and True: A Collaborative Conversation on Transformation & Truth Jen and Dr. Lori introduced Juicy and True as a collaborative conversation series created to hold honest, embodied dialogue around transformation, healing, relationships, wealth, and authenticity. This is not a polished or performative space. It is a grounded, human container where growth is spoken about as it is lived—mess...

This episode dives into Erika’s powerful journey—from growing up in Gary, Indiana to becoming a fierce healthcare advocate and a voice for working mothers. She opens up about navigating scoliosis, partial hearing loss, and a traumatic childbirth that left her with a 4th-degree tear, inadequate medical support, and a near-life-threatening emergency. Her story reveals the deep gaps in nursing standa...

Queen Jazz reveals how Samba became more than dance — it became a spiritual pathway and a bridge to her African and Indigenous ancestors. Her time in Brazil immersed her in ceremonies, teachings from Yemanjá and Yansã, and a deeper understanding of Samba as prayer, memory, and medicine . Her journey with ayahuasca ceremonies opened emotional depths and prepared her for motherhood. She shares how t...

In this episode, Queen Jazz shares her 22-year journey with Samba—an art, a culture, and a spiritual lineage she first encountered through her father’s love for Brazilian jazz. What began as curiosity evolved into a lifelong devotion after her first encounter with Samba in San Diego, eventually leading her to Rio de Janeiro and Brazil’s heartlands of Bahia and Salvador. Queen reveals Samba’s true...

In this heartfelt and deeply embodied conversation, we walk alongside Sonya as she shares her sacred path of transforming survival, stress, and self-sacrifice into a life of ease, alignment, and sovereign prosperity. Sonya’s journey is a remembrance of what becomes possible when a woman chooses to honor her body, her intuition, and the whisper of her soul calling her into more. From her early care...

Journey of Completion and Empowerment After a season of deep transformation, Jennifer Natasia returns to her podcast with renewed energy and intention. She speaks to the power of completion, release, and rebirth—reminding listeners that endings are simply invitations for new beginnings. With compassion and authenticity, Jennifer encourages those walking through discomfort or transition to trust th...

Jennifer Natasia shared her journey of making that one decision —the kind of decision that has the power to change the entire direction of your life. She explained that once you make that choice, it begins to ripple outward, creating spirals of growth and transformation. The path forward isn’t always smooth. At times, it’s thrilling, filled with curiosity and wonder. Other times, it requires faith...

Camila Ponntes Camila, an astrologer and systemic healer, joined the conversation to share her path to financial independence through property investment in Brazil and her passion for women’s empowerment. She spoke about her work bridging astrology, systemic healing, and family constellation therapy—a method pioneered by Bert Hellinger that uncovers hidden family loyalties and ancestral patterns i...

In this soulful episode of Sacred H.E.R.story, Jennifer sits down with Zoe, founder of Zode Kinesiology, to explore a powerful and deeply spiritual approach to healing that transcends the Western view of kinesiology. Zoe shares her personal transformation—from Olympic event worker to intuitive healer—and how a series of life-altering events, including trauma, burnout, and spiritual awakenings, led...

In this episode, Carissa opens with a beautiful, soul-centered prayer to ground us into sacred space. She then shares the essence of Sacred Success Leadership—what it truly means beyond the titles and accolades. Carissa vulnerably reflects on her journey of achieving external success while quietly losing herself, leading to a powerful shamanic initiation—a death portal of sorts. At her peak, she h...

Ariela’s Path to Purpose Ariela shared her transformation into an energy medicine woman and intuitive guide. Her journey began with childhood trauma, a deep connection to nature, and a spiritual awakening through Kabbalah. Healing Through the Elements Ariela guides women to reconnect with their bodies and emotions using the elements: earth, water, air, fire. She spoke about leaving L.A., planning...

Single Motherhood, Military Life, and Resilience with Sara In this powerful episode, Jennifer and Sara open up about life as single mothers, their journeys through military service, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Sara, a retired Marine and mom, shares raw stories of deployments, leadership, and finding resilience after near-death experiences and divorce. Together, they dive into th...

Sia and Samia explored deep themes around relationships, authenticity, and self-acceptance. They discussed relationship alchemy , emphasizing transformation through honesty and spiritual principles. Authenticity in relationships was highlighted, particularly the importance of self-honesty and creating safe spaces for vulnerability. They examined balancing giving and personal value , recognizing th...

Mahara Wayman is a powerhouse—an intuitive BadAss Coach, dynamic Podcaster, and inspiring Author. She harnesses intuition, shadow work, and sacred strategies to guide others toward their highest potential. In our conversation, Mahara opened up about her journey to becoming the badass coach she is today. It wasn’t an easy road—building a business that truly aligned with her authentic self was like...

**Teresa’s Journey to Happiness and Self-Discovery** Teresa Greco and Sia discussed Teresa’s transformative journey to happiness, beginning at age 40 when she realized her seemingly perfect life lacked true fulfillment. She shared her experiences of living an inauthentic life, shaped by societal expectations, and her subsequent journey of self-discovery and healing. Through practices like meditati...

Introduction: Welcome back to the Sacred HERstory Podcast ! Today, we are honored to bring you the inspiring and transformative story of Dr. Lori Pitts. Dr. Pitts is the founder of Still Whole Wellness, a dynamic life coach, financial professional, and devoted mother. Her journey is a testament to resilience, empowerment, and the profound healing that happens when we align the mind, body, spirit,...

Interview with Janet Howard: Janet's journey highlights themes of transformation, healing, and self-discovery. She shared her personal story of leaving a 35-year career, after the end of 25 year marriage (30 years together), navigating life changes, and finding profound meaning in an Ironwood Tree in Hawaii—a symbol from a dream that guided her through a process of letting go and renewal. Her 5-da...

Connect with Amelia: Website: www.breathetobeyou.com Email: amelia@breathetobeyou.com Social media – Instagram: @breathe_to_be_you Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/?locale=en_GB * Breathwork Healing Journey Amelia introduced her business, *Breathe to Be You*, which originated from her personal healing journey after experiencing postpartum depression. Through studying Clarity Breathwork, she disc...

1. **Personal Growth and Self-Care**:   - Both Sia and Antoinette discussed their personal challenges, highlighting the significance of self-love and self-care.   - Antoinette shared family struggles, including a fallout with her cousin, and how she’s finding beauty in difficult experiences through spirituality.   2. **Setting Boundaries and Embracing Change**:   - The conversation emphasized the...