The Same Room

We often see resilient Black women advocate for those around them, but who advocates for Black women when they need it the most? The time is up for suffering in silence. In this new “Protect Her” interview, The Same Room hosts, Stephanie Ike and Angelica Nwandu, sit down with gospel artist Erica Campbell and actress Meagan Good-Franklin for an enlightening exchange that’s sure to uplift and inspire. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Receive our weekly devotionals by texting, “roomie” to (310) 347-4619. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Waiting is apart of our everyday lives, every desire we have is attached to a wait. On this Same Room Special Episode, Sarah Jakes Roberts and Essence Atkins join Stephanie Ike to discuss how we live between the gap of our desire and whether or not it’s fulfilled. Sarah Jakes Roberts is the founder of Woman Evolve, a movement designed to empower women to shatter the glass ceilings that once limited their ability to dream, grow, and change the world. Essence Atkins, is an actress we all know and love. From the Cosby Show, to Smart Guy, and Half and Half, she has continuously graced our screens teaching us the beautiful complexities that come out of family life, all the while off screen, being a woman who leads a life putting God first. In this episode they will discuss how their seasons of waiting proved to be the place that held the keys to unlock their purpose. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part Two of our Season Finale special, multiple award-winning musician, Kirk Franklin joins Stephanie Ike, as they continue to explore the topic “If God Is Really Good...” This episode centers on the question, “Why Is Jesus The Only Way?” The conversation highlights how the love of God will cause you to desire Jesus to be the only way you choose. Not only does this episode discuss historical facts about Jesus, Kirk makes it hysterical; ultimately leaving you enlightened. Although this is the end of Season One, our journey together has just begun.  Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part one of our Season Finale, Kirk Franklin, the multiple award-winning musician, songwriter and author, sits down with Stephanie Ike to discuss the trending topic, “If God Is Really Good…Why Is There Evil In the World?” On the journey to answer this question, they discovered answers to other burning questions such as; “What is the purpose of pain?” “How do you find purpose?” and “What is evil?” Also, Kirk Franklin candidly speaks about the healing process that he is still enduring from his past. In this episode, you will learn about how the sovereignty, strategy, and specificity of God will all work together to show you that He is ultimately good to you and for you. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Brainwashed Pt.2, Amber Riley and Dr. Caroline Leaf join Stephanie Ike to discuss, "Getting Back to the Real You." In this episode, they discuss how goals can often be a barrier to true success, the power of your perception and thought life. Dr. Leaf is a neuroscientist, speaker and author who shares how science is backed up by the word of God and our ability to heal our brains. Amber Riley is an actress and singer best known for Glee and most recently, Tyler Perry’s Nobody’s Fool. This conversation provides practical wisdom and insight on living your best, most authentic life.  Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf and Amber Riley join Stephanie Ike to discuss the limitations we sometimes place on our mind and our potential. The conversation will help us look at our mental health in a new way and to be empowered to see our brain and mindset as something that can be renewed and healed. Dr. Leaf is a neuroscientist, speaker and author who shares how science is backed up by the word of God and our ability to heal our brains. Amber Riley is an actress and singer best known for Glee and Tyler Perry’s Nobody’s Fool. She helps us understand mental health diagnosis by sharing her healing journey with anxiety. This episode highlights that there is hope to overcome, no matter how severe the state of your mental health is. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Experiencing the Supernatural Pt.2, MAJOR. and Dr. Matthew Stevenson join Stephanie Ike to talk about what it’s like to hear from God. In this episode, they address the misconceptions of what it means to hear from God and how hearing from God doesn’t have to be a literal, audible experience. The guests share personal stories on how they have been able to tap into God’s voice and the reality that we can hear from God at any moment. They share that being “woke” is actually being awakened to the reality of God and the importance of silencing the noise around us, to hear the voice of God that speaks the clearest in stillness. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, MAJOR. and Dr. Matthew Stevenson join Stephanie Ike to talk about the dynamics of encountering God in a supernatural way. The conversation highlights personal experiences when first encountering God, the difference between religion and relationship, and the simplicity required to experience God in a supernatural way. MAJOR. is a pop, soul, and R&B recording artist and actor. Dr. Matthew Stevenson is the senior pastor of All Nations Worship Assembly. This episode will help you see that God isn’t just an idea or a mystery, and you can experience Him in a supernatural way. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Charlamagne and Harmony Samuels joins Stephanie Ike to talk about how they both were divinely positioned into purpose. Charlamagne is the well-known co-host of the nationally syndicated radio show, the Breakfast Club, and a best-selling author. Harmony Samuels is a songwriter, producer, and composer that has worked with a multitude of artists, such as Chris Brown, Ariana Grande, and Janet Jackson. Both of these men attribute their accolades and success to God. In this episode, you’ll learn how their past, passions, and perseverance ultimately led them to God’s purpose for their lives. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adrienne Houghton and Angelica Nwandu joins Stephanie Ike to talk about how one can be a Christian and struggle with their mental health. The conversation will specifically focus on situational depression, which is usually triggered by things such as life-altering events or a personal crisis. Adrienne Houghton is an actress, singer, and one of the hosts on the Emmy-award winning talk show “The Real.” Angelica Nwandu is the founder of “The Shade Room” and the executive producer of this show, “The Same Room.” These women speak candidly about how their expectations for marriage, motherhood, and a myriad of other things, ultimately led them to a place of depression. However, in this episode they also discuss how they overcame.  Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On our first live conversation, Stephanie Ike and Angelica Nwandu sit down with Pastor Touré Roberts for a game-changing conversation on redefining loyalty, boundaries, becoming your best self & more from his latest book, "Balance: Positioning Yourself To Do All Things Well." Order Touré Roberts Book, "Balance" here. Follow @thesameroom on all social media platforms. Text "Roomie" to (310) 347- 4619 to join our community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices