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Black Girl Burnout

Kelley Bonner
Mental Health
Burnout
Self-Care
Joy
Black Women
Rest
Boundaries
Personal Growth
Gratitude
Healing
Therapy
Relationships
Entrepreneurship
Community
Vulnerability
Time Management
Community Support
Investing
Intergenerational Trauma
Financial Stress

Black Girl Burnout is a podcast about burnout, ambition, care, and what it actually takes to build a life that feels good to live—not just impressive from the outside.

Hosted by Kelley Bonner, the show explores how burnout takes hold, why ambition doesn’t need to be abandoned but redesigned, and how joy, rest, and gentleness can coexist with meaningful work and forward movement.

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Latest Episodes

In this Mental Health Month bonus episode, Kelley sits down with Ashlee Edwards, founder and CEO of MindRight, to discuss community-centered mental health support for Black women. Together, they explore why healing shouldn’t begin only in crisis, how... more

Sometimes grief doesn’t look like falling apart — sometimes it looks like becoming incredibly productive. In this episode, Kelley reflects on the realization that she had been producing healing instead of actually experiencing it, and how years of su... more

In this episode, Kelley is joined by political analyst, writer, and speaker Zerlina Maxwell for a powerful conversation about visibility, truth-telling, and navigating the pressure of being a Black woman in public spaces. Together, they explore the e... more

In this episode, Kelley sits down with mindfulness teacher and creative visionary Oneika Mays for a grounding conversation about breath, presence, and reclaiming joy as a daily practice. Together, they explore how mindfulness can help Black women rec... more

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Recent Guests

Zerlina Maxwell
Journalist and commentator who has worked in presidential campaigns, cable news, and radio
Formerly in political campaigns and media
Episode: The Life You Worked For Might Be Exhausting You W/ Zerlina Maxwell
Oneika Mays
Yoga and meditation teacher, storyteller, mindfulness educator, author
Self-employed/Mindfulness education ecosystem
Episode: Breath, Mindfulness, and Black Joy with Oneika Mays
Ruchi Pinninger
Former Wall Street CFO, founder and CEO of Watch Her Prosper
Watch Her Prosper
Episode: You’re Not Bad With Money—You’re Carrying Old Stories
Angela Nissel
Author and television producer discussed in intro
Author, TV Producer
Episode: Good Grief: Making Space for Joy After Loss ft. Angela Nissel
Marissa Renee Lee
Award-winning author and social impact leader; former deputy director in the Obama White House; CEO of Beacon Advisors
Beacon Advisors
Episode: Honesty and Hope Are Enough: A Conversation with Marisa Renee Lee
Jessica Lackey
Founder of Deeper Foundations, consulting and training firm supporting expertise-based business owners.
Deeper Foundations
Episode: Why Work Feels Like a Gamble—and How to Opt Out
Tara Pringle Jefferson
Founder of the Self Care Suite, certified breathwork facilitator, and wellness advocate.
Self Care Suite
Episode: Bloom How You Must: Unlearning the Myth of Doing It All Yourself w/ Tara Pringle Jefferson
Precious L. Williams
Founder and CEO of The Pitch Perfect Group, 13-time national elevator pitch champion
The Pitch Perfect Group
Episode: Opt Into Building Wealth and Worth with Precious L. Williams
Melissa A. Mitchell
Artist, author, and entrepreneur who transforms color into connection and inspires others to live colorfully and unapologetically.
ABL Creations
Episode: Opt Into Living in Your Purpose with Melissa A. Mitchell

Host

Kelley Bonner
Host of Black Girl Burnout

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Outstanding podcast

    I love your podcast and also subscribe to your program on Substack. It is most informative for me, even more now after the loss of my husband going on a month now. I need softness, gentle encouragement and words of wisdom from you even more now. God bless you in all you do. ❤️🙏🏾

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hija de Poder
    United States9 days ago
  • You’re not stuck, you’re missing the right rooms

    A WELL NEEDED WORD! I truly enjoyed this episode and it gave me a different perspective regarding my career that I’ll definitely be applying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lanai_
    United States24 days ago
  • I love this podcast!!!

    This podcast means a lot to me!!! It’s been so supportive through my career journey through learning how to be a black professional, surviving a toxic job, and thinking about what’s next in my career. It’s always given me a soft place to land. I appreciate and look up to you Kelley. Thank you for all that you are doing. 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emma Broussoul
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this

    Appreciate each episode: short, actionable and inspiring

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goranger22
    United Statesa month ago
  • THIS!

    I needed to hear this! Started my morning with this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sexy'Redd
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring credible expertise that deepens the conversation on resilience and boundaries.
The show offers a safe, validating space that helps people feel less alone in burnout and career stress.
Listeners appreciate the practical, achievable steps and soft-life framing.
The host provides actionable tips and compassionate guidance for healing and growth.

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You’re Not Bad With Money—You’re Carrying Old Stories
Q: How does the RIR method help someone reframe their money mindset?
Recognize the intrusive thought, Interrupt it, and Reframe to a more empowering belief (e.g., clients are everywhere; abundance is available), reshaping brain responses and opening new opportunities.
You’re Not Bad With Money—You’re Carrying Old Stories
Q: What practical steps can someone take right now to start improving their relationship with money?
Start with small, measurable actions like a 15-minute weekly money check-in, review subscriptions, and use the Prosperity Calculator to visualize a feasible path toward desired goals.
Good Grief: Making Space for Joy After Loss ft. Angela Nissel
Q: First question for you, hopefully the easiest one. How are you doing today?
Angela shares that she's doing wonderful and grateful for the conversation, highlighting the warmth of the moment and the connection with the host.
Bloom How You Must: Unlearning the Myth of Doing It All Yourself w/ Tara Pringle Jefferson
Q: How do you lean into your humanity?
I remind myself I'm one human person and recognize my limitations, allowing me to prioritize rest and support.
Bloom How You Must: Unlearning the Myth of Doing It All Yourself w/ Tara Pringle Jefferson
Q: What does asking for and getting support look like for you now?
Now, I ask my community for help, especially during the book launch, realizing that it's not about a small team but a larger collective effort.

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A thoughtful show about burnout, ambition, and designing a life that feels good while still pursuing meaningful work. Episodes blend personal storytelling with practical tips—from setting boundaries and protecting time for rest to building routines and joy into daily life. Listeners appear to be Black professional women navigating high workloads, caregiving, and systemic pressures, seeking sustainable paths to success and wellness. A standout angle is reframing ambition through softness, with guest conversations that foreground resilience, practical strategies, and community support.

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1. Affirmations for Black Girls
2. Therapy for Black Girls
3. Brown Girl Self-Care
4. She's So Lucky
5. Black Girls Heal

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Black Girl Burnout launched 4 years ago and published 495 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Black Girl Burnout include:

1. Zerlina Maxwell
2. Oneika Mays
3. Ruchi Pinninger
4. Angela Nissel
5. Marissa Renee Lee
6. Jessica Lackey
7. Tara Pringle Jefferson
8. Precious L. Williams

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