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Shades of Strong® Podcast | From “Strong Black Woman” to Supported Black Woman

Shirl | Shaddes of Strong
Black Women
Self-Care
Mental Health
Support Languages
Support Languages Framework
Support
Personal Growth
Emotional Safety
Vulnerability
Boundaries
Strength
Black Women Storytelling Series
Friendship
Relationships
Room To Breathe
Community Support
Trust
Emotional Labor
Identity
Self-Improvement

Shades of Strong® is the podcast for Black women ready to trade the weight of “Strong Black Woman” for something better: real, lasting support. Through honest conversation, storytelling, and the Support Languages™ framework, host Shirl explores what strength has cost Black women, what support actually looks like in real life, and how we can stop carrying everything alone. Each episode offers langu... more

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Latest Episodes

Radiah Shabazz Harold was doing what so many women are used to doing. Managing responsibilities.

Taking care of what needed to be done.

Showing up, even when it wasn’t easy. From the outside, it looked like she had everything under control. But insid... more

Didi Hairston is doing something many people don’t fully understand. She’s showing up. Not because everything is okay.

Not because she has it all figured out.

But because she’s choosing to keep going, even while navigating severe depression. In this ... more

Nikquan Lewis learned early how to handle things on her own. Figuring it out wasn’t optional. It was necessary. From a young age, she was navigating responsibilities that required her to grow up quickly. There wasn’t room to pause, and there wasn’t s... more

Sadija Smiley had been holding everything together for a long time. Showing up.

Taking care of what needed to be handled.

Making sure nothing around her fell apart. From the outside, it looked like she had it all under control. But underneath that wa... more

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Recent Guests

Sadija Smiley
Founder of Stillborn And Infant Loss Support; author; grieving mother
Stillborn And Infant Loss Support (Maryland)
Episode: The Moment You Realize You Can’t Keep Doing This with Sadija A. Smiley
Juanita Ingram
A lawyer, actress, author, global speaker, and producer who has spent years in high-stakes, corporate environments
Various employers and entities mentioned in episode
Episode: When Doing Everything Right Still Isn’t Enough with Juanita Ingram
Kimberly Denise Sumpter
A podcaster and radio host who shares her journey
Self-described creator and podcaster
Episode: The Moment You Realize You’ve Been Doing Too Much with Kimberly Sumpter
Shanniky Corbett
Guest sharing a survivor's story
Episode: Losing Yourself Trying to Be Strong with Chernika L Corbett
Emely Rumble
Therapist and founder of Literopy NYC; bibliopoetry therapist and author
Literopy NYC
Episode: What It Feels Like to Be Strong and Unheard with Emely Rumble
Rabia Wood
Author, podcaster, mother wound coach; sharing her lived experience
Grace Rabia Wood / ExperienceGrace
Episode: Breaking the Silence That Strength Required with Grace Rabia Wood
Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew
Author and consultant featured in the episode, discussing her journey from over-functioning to prioritized peace and support
Author; Consultant
Episode: Unlearning the Life That Was Costing Me My Peace with Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew
Simone Gordon
The Black Fairy Godmother, advocate for emergency assistance for marginalized families
The Black Fairy Godmother Foundation
Episode: When Helping Everyone Starts to Hurt You with Simone Gordon
Mary Sims
Salon owner, wellness advocate, cancer survivor
Independent
Episode: Fighting to Stay Sane While Everyone Calls You Strong with Mary Sims

Host

Shirl
Host of the podcast, engaging in meaningful discussions about strength and vulnerability among Black women.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Love this!

    Listening to this podcast provides me with information and validation for what I am doing in my life. ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Author Rockymore
    United States14 days ago
  • Mean

    Very mean

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    johnabraham1337
    United States4 months ago
  • Real. Needed. Healing

    I don’t usually leave reviews, but this podcast is different. It feels like sitting with your favorite auntie who just gets it. Shirl talks about strength and softness in a way that makes you rethink how you’ve been carrying everything. She doesn’t just talk at you, she talks to you and you can tell it’s coming from a real place.

    There’ve been episodes where I had to pause and just breathe. Others where I replayed certain parts because it felt like she was reading my journal. I found this podca... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jayci Mil
    United States8 months ago
  • “Until next time take care of you”❤️

    Very outspoken, Shirl say the things people may be scared to say, or even won’t allow themselves to be vulnerable about. Touching on every subject and the problems of our community! This podcast is a breath of fresh air and reassurances me know that even when I feel like I’m alone , I’m not alone! Keep doing your thing sis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ladaishia12356
    United States8 months ago
  • i’m back😊

    i listened to another podcast about protecting your peace and how we should be mindful on whether we’re doing it to hurt or genuinely give ourselves a moment. i love how you discuss topics that seem a if a lot of disagreements may come from it, but you explain everything so thoroughly you make me want to put the things i’ve learned for these episodes into my life. i appreciate the work you’re doing for our community while simultaneously creating a safe space for us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MylesReese
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the authenticity and relatability of the conversations, often feeling a personal connection with the host and topics.
The content is praised for offering practical insights and strategies for personal growth, emotional awareness, and self-care.
Reviews highlight the space created for vulnerability and sharing experiences, with many expressing gratitude for the supportive community fostered through the platform.
The discussions are noted for their emotional depth and support for Black women's unique struggles, which many find refreshing and validating.

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The Moment You Realize You’ve Been Doing Too Much with Kimberly Sumpter
Q: What does Room to Breathe look like in real time for you now?
It means not waiting for permission to step back when I need to rest, and taking that space without guilt.
The Moment You Realize You’ve Been Doing Too Much with Kimberly Sumpter
Q: Can you walk us through the moment you realized you needed to change how you were living, and what started that shift?
The hypertension diagnosis and the alarming blood pressure numbers became a wake-up call that pushed me to reassess everything I valued and to prioritize my health and peace.
The Moment You Realize You’ve Been Doing Too Much with Kimberly Sumpter
Q: Where do you feel the weight of being the 'strong one' most in your body, and how did that physical sense evolve for you?
It starts at the top of the head and runs through my whole body; recognizing that this is shared experience for many women helps me honor my own limits.
When Doing Everything Right Still Isn’t Enough with Juanita Ingram
Q: How did you move from reckoning to reckoning with safety and boundaries in your life now?
I embraced a structured plan with therapy and coaching, prioritized my safety and emotional health, and allowed myself to grieve what I lost while stepping into a new direction with clarity and purpose.
Learning to Be Held After Always Being Strong with Alyson Brown
Q: Before we go there, could you introduce yourself and share what sets your soul on fire?
Alyson Brown introduces herself as a crucial conversationalist who facilitates healing conversations around emotional wellness for Black women, with a focus on healing mother wounds and uplifting communities.

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This podcast provides a vital platform for Black women, focusing on the transition from the traditional narrative of the 'Strong Black Woman' to embracing a more supported and vulnerable identity. Through engaging storytelling and candid dialogue, it addresses the unique emotional and societal challenges faced by Black women, emphasizing the importance of self-care, mental health, and building healthy relationships. Topics frequently explored include emotional honesty, boundaries, and the redefining of strength to include the need for support and self-compassion. Numerous episodes encourage listeners to reflect on their personal experiences and empower them to prioritize their well-being over societal expectations. This unique approach aims... more

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2. Juanita Ingram
3. Kimberly Denise Sumpter
4. Shanniky Corbett
5. Emely Rumble
6. Rabia Wood
7. Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew
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