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Black Girl Burnout

Kelley Bonner
Mental Health
Burnout
Self-Care
Joy
Black Women
REST
Boundaries
Personal Growth
Healing
Gratitude
Therapy
Relationships
Entrepreneurship
Vulnerability
Time Management
Grief
Community
Community Support
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

Joy Economics: Shani Godwin on Ending Over-Functioning & Choosing Joy on Your Own Terms

Kelley sits down with Shani Godwin, writer, entrepreneur, and creator of the concept of Joy Economics, for a conversation that started with a line from her viral... more

Kelley sits down with Sonya Renee Taylor, author of The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love, for a conversation Kelley calls essential reading for every Black woman. They trace the phrase's origin story, unpack what body shame real... more

We're on hiatus, but Kelley couldn't let August start without checking in. In this solo episode, she talks about why this month feels less about goal-crushing and more about giving herself permission, to have fun, to earn what she's worth, and to be ... more

In this thoughtful conversation, Kelley sits down with licensed clinical social worker Michelle Goodloe to explore what burnout really is—and why so many Black women experience it differently. Michelle shares her personal journey through professional... more

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Recent Guests

Sonya Renee Taylor
Author of The Body Is Not an Apology; founder of The Body Is Not an Apology Movement
The Body Is Not an Apology Movement
Episode: The Body Is Not an Apology: Sonya Renee Taylor on Radical Self-Love & Letting Go of Shame (REPLAY)
Michelle Young
Founder of the Michelle Young Foundation; former The Bachelor/The Bachelorette contestant
Michelle Young Foundation
Episode: When Your Body Changes the Plan: Michelle Young on Chronic Illness, Rest & Redefining Success
Jayden Aubren
Founder of TICE Consulting and Therapy; co-founder of Chaotic Healing
TICE Consulting and Therapy; Chaotic Healing
Episode: Reclaiming Your Body, Joy & Capacity with Jayden Aubren
Sarah Boyd
Founder of The Formation, a community-driven platform helping Black women navigate corporate America with clarity, strategy, and self-advocacy
The Formation
Episode: Opt Into Success Without Self-Abandonment with Sarah Boyd
Ashley Edwards
Founder and CEO of MindRight Health
MindRight Health
Episode: You Don’t Have to Wait for the Crash-Out: Community Care & Black Women’s Mental Health
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

Host

Kelley Bonner
Host of Black Girl Burnout

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Coping Tool

    I really enjoy your show!!! I have incorporated your podcasts in my healthy coping tools. I listen on my morning walks and I feel seen & understood. Thank you fir giving language to my life experiences♥️ Sn: what show are you watching I’m looking for something new to delight in

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QueenQuan
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States3 months 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 States4 months 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 States4 months ago
  • Love this

    Appreciate each episode: short, actionable and inspiring

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goranger22
    United States4 months ago

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Episodes are described as supportive and healing, with a focus on real-life implementation.
Guests consistently bring expert perspectives and personal stories that feel actionable.
Listeners value the host's practical guidance and compassionate approach.
The show centers Black women's wellness with a strong emphasis on boundaries and rest.

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The Body Is Not an Apology: Sonya Renee Taylor on Radical Self-Love & Letting Go of Shame (REPLAY)
Q: What are the four pillars of practice, and how can listeners begin implementing them in daily life?
The four pillars are taking out the toxic, mind matters, unapologetic action, and collective compassion. Listeners can start by reducing exposure to harmful messages, cultivating positive internal narratives, exploring joyful, sensory experiences with their bodies, and building supportive communities that reinforce belonging and care.
The Body Is Not an Apology: Sonya Renee Taylor on Radical Self-Love & Letting Go of Shame (REPLAY)
Q: Where did the phrase the body is not an apology come from for you, and how did it shape your work?
It emerged from a personal moment of recognizing the shame attached to needs and differences, leading to a long journey of reorienting the relationship with the body and turning that insight into a movement and practical framework for others to reclaim self-worth.
Strength & Softness: Michelle Goodloe on Burnout Recovery for Black Women (REPLAY)
Q: What words of encouragement would you give folks who are Black women experiencing symptoms of burnout?
Slow down is essential even if it feels unsafe; identify one small, manageable step to ease off the accelerator, such as removing one obligation or rescheduling something, to begin recovery without quitting everything.
You Don't Need Perfect Conditions to Create a Beautiful Life Ft. Morgan Harper Nichols (REPLAY)
Q: What does she hope listeners take away from her work?
She hopes fans see growth, resilience, and self-advocacy, and feel empowered to nurture their own creativity with joy, reciprocity, and supportive communities.
You Don't Need Perfect Conditions to Create a Beautiful Life Ft. Morgan Harper Nichols (REPLAY)
Q: What does sustainable creativity look like for her, especially after early-career constraints?
Sustainable creativity relies on ownership of self, seeking and accepting help, and building flexible structures around work, family, and community rather than forcing a single path to success.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Girl Burnout

What is Black Girl Burnout about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- This show centers on burnout, intentional living, and redesigning ambition so work and care can coexist. It often features conversations with experts and creators who bring practical frameworks for boundary-setting, rest, and sustainable success, with a focus on Black women's experiences in work, health, and culture. The episodes combine personal storytelling with actionable steps, making it useful for listeners seeking concrete strategies to reduce burnout and build a life that feels doable and joyful.

- A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on care as a pathway to resilience, plus guest voices spanning wellness, trauma-informed practices, and leadership in diverse fields. The host frames burnout as a systemic and personal issue, ... more

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1. Sonya Renee Taylor
2. Michelle Young
3. Jayden Aubren
4. Sarah Boyd
5. Ashley Edwards
6. Zerlina Maxwell
7. Oneika Mays
8. Ruchi Pinninger

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