Ready to Exhale
Welcome to Ready to Exhale, where we prioritize the mental and emotional well-being of Black Women. In each episode, we center Black Women's voices so we can learn from their rich stories and expertise. As we listen to these rich stories, we gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to hold space for the fullness of who we are as Black Women. This podcast offers a brave space where you will be inspired to express your joy and find moments to exhale—no more waiting to exhale!
Podcasting since 2023 • 19 episodes
Ready to Exhale
Latest Episodes
A Two-Part Conversation with Dr. Gail Parker: Part 2
We’re honored to welcome back Dr. Gail Parker to the Ready to Exhale podcast for a powerful two-part conversation. Together, we explore what it means to care for our mental health before reaching the breaking point and how daily practi...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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33:21
A Two-Part Conversation with Dr. Gail Parker: Part 1
We’re honored to welcome back Dr. Gail Parker to the Ready to Exhale podcast for a powerful two-part conversation. Together, we explore what it means to care for our mental health before reaching the breaking point and how daily practi...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:48
We Root Ourselves Here
In this solo episode, Katara invites us to pause, breathe, and reflect on the urgent importance of prioritizing our mental health and well-being as Black women. Especially now.She begins with grounding breathwork practice, weaves in data...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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27:15
Freedom is not a destination, but a practice
Our host, Katara, sits down with the brilliant Tamara Winfrey-Harris, award-winning author of Dear Black Girl and The Sisters Are Alright.In this conversation, Tamara reminds us that freedom isn’t a finish line we cross...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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46:46
Walking Toward Liberation with Vanessa Garrison
Katara sits down with visionary leader Vanessa Garrison, co-founder of GirlTrek, the largest health nonprofit for Black women and girls in the U.S., with over one million walkers. Vanessa is reimagining public health as a path to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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45:17