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!
Episodes
10 episodes
Waking Up To The Power Of Rest with Octavia Raheem
In this episode, I sat down with the lovely Octavia Raheem to discuss all things rest and her new book, Rest is Sacred, which is out now! As you will hear, Octavia is committed to herself, her family, community and being well rested in body, mi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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59:06
Reimagining What's Possible with Dr. Marlo D. David
In this episode, Katara sits down with her friend Dr. Marlo D. David for a beautiful conversation to chat about how Black Women deserve space and time to think, to dream, and to reimagine our careers and lives. Dr. Marlo D. David i...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:04:26
Race-Based Stress & Trauma with Dr. Gail Parker
In this episode our host Katara chats with Dr. Gail Parker to discuss race-based stress and trauma and ways we can heal and live thriving lives.Gail Parker, PhD., CIAYT, is an author, psychologist, yoga therapist educator, and a lifelon...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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59:33
We Need To Be Well To Fight with Tonya Lewis Lee
In this episode, Katara engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Tonya Lewis Lee, the visionary behind Movita Organics. They delve into the concept that, as Black Women, we are in a constant battle and must prioritize our wellness to ef...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:00
Micro Self-Care with Dr. Stella Safo
In this episode, our host, Katara, sat down with Dr. Stella Safo to discuss her work as a board-certified HIV primary care physician, public health advocate, and Just Equity for Health founder. This healthcare improvement company uses advocacy,...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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50:13
Drinking From Wells That Nourish Us with Dr. Topeka Sam
We sat down with Dr. Topeka to hear her beautiful story, from incarceration to launching and leading an amazing organization. Dr. Topeka K. Sam founded The Ladies of Hope Ministries (The LOHM) in 2017 to suppo...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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53:51
Luxurious Exhale with Gabrielle Wyatt
What does it mean for Black Women to take deep luxurious exhales? Gabrielle Wyatt, founder and CEO of The Highland Project, sits down with our host Katara McCarty to discuss the importance of pausing, resting, and centering ourselves. Episode a...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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47:58
The State of Self-Care for Black Women-New Orleans
Episode #2 was recorded live during Essence Fest Weekend, we stopped by Magnolia Yoga Studio to discuss "The State of Self-Care for Black Women" report by Exhale. Listen in as Rhonda Broussard, author of One Good Question, educator, and entrepr...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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49:06
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Creating Spaces for US!
Episode #1 is here! In this episode, Bria McCarty, Producer and Director of Ready to Exhale podcast, interviews Katara, Exhale app's founder, and our podcast host. They discuss the importance of creating space for Black Women in the wellness in...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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