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Audacious Black Girl is a soulful, therapist-led podcast where host Amanda L. Thomas, LCSW, invites Black women to embrace their power, heal, and live boldly. Through inspiring conversations, intuitive insights, and reflective storytelling, Amanda explores self-discovery, wellness, and spiritual growth, creating a warm, inviting space that feels like sitting in a circle with your closest friends.
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Send a text In this season finale of Audacious Black Girl, I’m sharing the most personal chapter of my journey — not as a story of loss, but as a story of reclamation. For a long time, I thought the hardest part of my life would be the ending of my 20-year marriage. As devastating as it was — and as difficult as the decision had been — what I came to understand is that the hardest part was losing myself inside of it. In this episode, I reflect on the quiet unraveling that led me to the hardes...
Send a text In this deeply honest and compassionate episode of The Audacious Black Girl Podcast, I sit down with Liv Lewis, founder of Livd, a community created to support Black and Brown women navigating separation and divorce. Liv shares her personal journey through the unraveling of her marriage and the powerful self-discoveries that emerged on the other side of heartbreak. Together, we explore how divorce can be both a breaking point and a breaking open—an invitation to examine old patter...
Send a text In this episode of The Audacious Black Girl Podcast, I’m joined by Eternity Sledge — speaker, writer, transformation strategist, and the creative force behind the GLAD Framework: Gratitude, Logistics, Audacity, and Delusion. We talk about what it really means to move from chaos to clarity, especially for ambitious Black women who are constantly balancing vision, purpose, and self-definition. Eternity breaks down how “being delulu” isn’t about denial — it’s about radical belief in ...
Send a text In this episode, I’m reflecting on the importance of creating sacred boundaries—those energetic lines that protect your peace, your purpose, and the magic that makes you, you. Inspired by a journaling activity from the Artist's Way about building my sacred circle, I share what it revealed about who and what truly supports me, and how to lovingly release the people, spaces, and mindset that don’t. This process reminded me how essential it is to protect my alchemy—the energy, creati...
Send a text In this heartfelt and honest conversation, I’m joined by Tiffany Conway, an award-winning visual artist whose vibrant work celebrates the beauty and complexity of the African diaspora. Beyond the canvas, Tiffany opens up about her evolution as a woman—what it means to grow, align, and protect your purpose when the people around you aren’t always ready for your transformation. We talk about friendship shifts during seasons of alignment, the sacred act of surrender, and the courage ...
Send a text In this episode of Audacious Black Girl, I sit down with Dejanae Parkman, founder of Dotted, a wellness-first period care brand created for women with heavy cycles. Dejanae shares her powerful journey navigating endometriosis, PCOS, and fibroids, and how her lived experience pushed her to question the safety of mainstream period products. What she discovered about toxins, endocrine disruptors, and misleading “organic” marketing led her to create Dotted—an innovative, Black woman-o...
Send a text We’re back, audacious gals! Season 5 of the Audacious Black Girl Podcast is here, and this season is all about stepping boldly into who you are and navigating life’s transitions with intention and self-trust. In this intro episode, Amanda welcomes you back to the community with love and gratitude, sharing her own reflections on entering a brand-new chapter. She dives into four practical tips for navigating new seasons. Whether it’s a fresh start, a significant life change, o...
Send a text In this episode, my guest Bianca Hannon (Social Worker and Digital Content Creator) and I talk about the power of using your voice and finding the confidence to be authentic in a world that can make you feel like you're not enough. Bianca discusses how she found her voice after being mute until the age of six and having a speech impediment. Her journey highlights the power of self-acceptance, the importance of finding your voice, and embracing how you show up in the world to make ...
Send a text We know how vital our wellness is as Black Women. So many options are available to be well, and finding what works best for you requires curiosity and audacity. In this episode, Rikki McCoy, a holistic therapist, discusses wellness for Black Women and the importance of self-care. We talk about holistic and spiritual practices, choosing retreats that have your care in mind, and the healing that can come from having a Black therapist. Get in touch with Rikki! www.therapywithrikki.c...
Send a text It's Mental Health Awareness Month! In this episode, I unpack a recent study that discussed how depression shows up for Black women. This topic hits close to home because I went through a depressive episode years ago, and my symptoms didn't align with what I thought depression was. Somehow, I got through it, but my goal is to help provide Black women the awareness they need to understand that their experiences are valid. You deserve care and to be healthy! I also give you th...
Send a text Yall!!!! This is the one! This episode is for all audacious entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone aspiring to be. Lauren Strayhorn, Founder and CEO of Notedd, a digital media company for women of color, gets really real about what goes on behind the scenes of entrepreneurship. There's freedom and beauty in building a business that centers your passion andddddd it isn't all glittering gold. Both things can exist at the same time! We unpack how entrepreneurship requires you ...
Send a text In this episode, I chat with Jamilah Pitts, Social Entrepreneur and Educator, about the importance of Black wellness and how it intersects with social justice. Jamilah's work focuses on wellness for Black women and other women of the global majority. She believes when we are well, we change the trajectory of our legacies. Her own story of radical rest led to her truly standing in her purpose and finding the audacity to live a life dedicated to wellness. We go beyond self-care and ...
Send a text What happens when you can't forgive someone who's done the unforgivable? The reality is, you don't have to! In this episode, I talk about how you can move forward when forgiveness isn't something you can or want to give. In this episode: How performative forgiveness isn't authentic Why your forgiveness is a jewelHealing first, forgiveness is optionalFour ways to move forward when you can't/don't want to forgiveJournal/meditation questions from the episode:...
Send a text Join personal development and self-care coach Alisha Small and me as we explore what it means to evolve and define your womanhood through each season in life. We talk about redefining your identity, the importance of boundaries to tap into your feminity, and how to evolve while being a mother/partnered. You are not a finished product; no one is! Breaking out of the preset mold can be challenging in a world that pressures women to stick to specific roles and ways of being. Th...
Send a text Welcome to the Therapy Note Series! Each episode is based on topics I'm exploring in my therapy practice that I think you could benefit from hearing. I'm taking therapy off the couch for Black women! This series offers tiny perspective shifts and tips to help you live better. This episode is for all my busy, busy women who are stressed as hell and unable to find time for self-care. I got you with this episode! I give you the #1 reason I hear my clients say why they don't practice ...
Send a text Finding your purpose takes patience and going through some ish! This is why self-care and healing are critical to finding your purpose. Join my special guest, Alicia Christine (Healing Coach and Lifestyle Wellness Advocate), in this nurturing conversation about the healing journey. It took Alicia experiencing an illness that catapulted her into deep self-care and healing, which inspired her to operate in her purpose. We dive into spirituality, religion, and why you can’t heal...
Send a text You're a goal-digging, trauma-breaking, and generational wealth-building black girl. If you're feeling stuck and need clarity on your purpose, It's time to get in receive mode. The clarity and direction you desire will come when you pause and take a break from doing ALL the things. I get it, and I'm with you. In this episode, I offer insight into how resting is needed to activate receive mode, why it's difficult for black women, and tips on getting into receive mode. ...
Send a text Season 4 officially launches on January 24th, but here's a teaser trailer of what's to come! I also chat about my resting girl season and how much growth happens when you pause. I can't wait for you to hear the dope convos from my guests this season and topics around mental wellness, self-love/care, and empowerment for black women! Download the Undoing Journal to help you start your undoing practice. Get it here: The Undoing Journal Follow the Audacious Black Girl on Inst...
Send a text Ya'll burnout is sneaky as eff and creeps up on you when you least expect it! When you're a multi-passionate creator or entrepreneur doing things you enjoy, you can still have burnout! That's what I've been dealing with and I was in such denial! How can you have burnout when you're practicing self-care often and passionate about what you're doing? I get into the deets in this episode and tell you what you can do to not only recover but have practices in place to prevent it f...
Send a text Your focus is precious as hell and you need to protect it in order to get sh*t done! In this episode, you'll learn why you need to protect your focus like a bouncer at a club and learn how to shift your mindset so you can start centering your needs and desires. I know you got goals but life and all your responsibilities seem to take center stage. I'm here to tell you that centering yourself in all that you have going on is absolutely possible! In this episode, I'll show you ...
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