
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!
Ready to Exhale
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 liberation—grounding her work in the radical, beautiful act of walking.
From reclaiming green spaces to sparking a civil rights–inspired health movement, Vanessa shares how walking can be both healing and revolutionary.
We hope you enjoy this beautiful conversation between two sisters committed to the well-being of Black women.