In today’s world, our minds are constantly working through thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and many of us are searching for a comfortable space to explore the many avenues of wellness. Podcasts are a little pocket of portable wisdom that can be enjoyed in various settings. Listeners can pause and resume at their own pace as they navigate real-life tasks. We’ve curated a list of five Black wellness podcasts that can serve as transformative windows that offer authentic entertainment and the guiding tools needed to advance in self-discovery.
Dr. Amber’s Know and Grow Podcast
This podcast is informative and inspiring; it is hosted by a Clinical Psychologist and mother of two, Dr. Amber Thornton. In her episodes, Dr. Amber explores the facets of motherhood, relationships, parenting, mental health, and overall wellness. In one of her latest episodes, “Are Your Kids Attached ‘Enough’? Real Parenting,” Dr. Amber and a special guest discuss the intricacies of parenting and the attachments between parents and their children. They also delve into how social media and digital access complicate parenting. They shed light on some culturally relevant parenting tips and tools that can be used to repair mistakes and strengthen parent-child relationships. This podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Brown Ambition
Launched in 2016, the Brown Ambition Podcast is filled with information regarding finances. The show is hosted by Mandi Woodruff, a personal finance expert and journalist, and Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, known for her award-winning financial expertise. The Brown Ambition Podcast is the perfect safe space for Black and brown women to learn, grow, and discuss wealth, how to build it, and how to maintain their finances. In their most recent episode titled “Get The Offer Before You Reject It,” Mandi and Tiffany respond to some of their listeners with life and financial advice. They discussed the stories of women who wanted to take career pivots and how fear can be the thief of joy. The two hosts gave optimism to the layered conversation about change. Brown Ambition can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
All Black Men Need Therapy
The All Black Men Need Therapy podcast is an easy attention grabber as the title of the podcast tends to make people curious. The hosts, Chief, Bell, and Prentice, engage in honest and vulnerable dialogue surrounding the complexities of life as Black men. In one of their most recent episodes titled “What’s The Cost,” the trio tackles the silent impact of people’s decisions and how they can alter their lives. Chief, Bell, and Prentice touch on monetary costs and life decisions and how those acts of discernment benefit or contribute to our detriment. This podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Mind Ya Mental
Another excellent mental health and wellness podcast is the Mind Ya Mental show hosted by Clinical Psychologist and professor Dr. Raquel Martin. The Mind Ya Mental podcast focuses on educating, empowering, and uplifting those seeking guidance through the monumental world of mental health and wellness. In one of her recent episodes, “Why Is The Food So Seasoned?” Setting Successful Goals,” Dr Raquel discusses the liberation attached to setting resolutions, the exploration of one’s relationship with food and diets, and the discovery of happiness in the diverse aspects of life. This podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Balanced Black Girl Podcast
The Balanced Black Girl Podcast, hosted by Les Alfred, is an empowering show structured
around health, self-care, personal development, and overall well-being. Each episode features special guests who share their insights on their topics of expertise to make listeners feel their best. In Alred’s latest episode titled “How to Strengthen Your Friendships, Make New Friends, and Navigate Friendship Changes with Danielle Bayard Jackson,” Alred and her guest discuss tangible tips on how to overcome challenges regarding one’s social life, making friends, and embracing life changes whether it is a new job, starting a family, or physical distance between friends. They also discuss the connection between friendship and long-term health and how to navigate friendship in all seasons. This podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
It is important to remember that our mental health and wellness matters. The highlighted podcasts can serve as valuable resources for anyone seeking relatability, growth, and support, so turn your volume up, relax, and nourish your mind.
