GUMBO NIGHTS with Miss Handie
by GUMBO NIGHTS with Miss Handie
Gumbo Nights is a DELICIOUS and Impactful 10-minute Podcast that Combines a VARIETY of SAVORY ingredients about Entertaining, Enlightening, Funny, Interesting, Real Life Encounters, LIGHTBULB MOMENTS, and Mouthwatering Experiences that will leave your EARS wanting MORE. Just like Gumbo, Life is a Series of DIVERSE ingredients that Shape WHO WE ARE and how WE NAVIGATE our lives. Tune in to hear the Host, Miss Handie, share what’s Really Going On in these STREETS while SIMULTANEOUSLY giving you the TASTY TALK your SOUL’S Palate has been CRAVING. Let’s TALK!
Episodes
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Episode 110 - This Ain’t a Race
If you’re a successful single woman who’s dating, are the men you meet in love with your accomplishments or uncomfortable with them? Does your success seem to be a deterrent for men or an attractor? What’s your experience?
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Episode 109 - Estrogen Tendencies
Are the conversations that women have with other women different than the conversations men have with other men? I’ve been wondering about this lately and examining how much time my female friends and I waste talking about romantic things that need to be discussed outside of our friendship and...
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Episode 108 - How Many of Us Have Them?
Friends. How many of us have them? How many of us wonder why we’re friends with the people we’re friends with? If that’s a question you’ve wondered about, this is the episode that you need to hear. Check it out and see if any of my perspectives sound familiar and resonate with you and the...
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Episode 107 - Dirty Laundry
Are you active on social media platforms? If so, how often and how do you use social media? I haven’t been as active on social media lately because I’m distracted by many of the ways people have chosen to express themselves on a variety of platforms. In this episode, I’ll share what I’ve noticed,...
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Episode 106 - Big Age Freedom
Something I’ve wanted for a long time has finally happened in my life. I didn’t know exactly when it would happen and there were times when I wondered if this day would ever come and thankfully, it did. If you’ve ever aspired to free yourself from anything, this episode will either fuel you to…
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Episode 105 - I Don’t Cook But I Still Eat
I recently dated a guy who criticized me because I don’t cook, and I have no interest in learning. The criticism didn’t inspire me to learn how to cook and I discovered what might have motivated me to learn and it’s a really simple way to win big with me. Press play and hear about my latest aha...
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Episode 104 - Are You Too Sensitive?
Constructive criticism is valuable for our personal and professional growth, but sometimes feedback is hard to swallow even when it’s delivered in the most loving ways. Are you too sensitive when others share feedback about your performance at work or your behavior with friends or family?
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Episode 103 - Today’s Date!
The human being in us often etches dates in our minds based upon the experiences that we associate with those dates. That approach is harmless when the experiences that happened on that date are aligned with fond and delightful memories. But, when certain dates take us to dark places of...
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Episode 102 - So Your Job Sucks? Now What?
One upon a time, I hated my job from top to bottom. When I freed myself from that horrible situation, I took the reins on my career and got intentional about creating the good and great experiences that I desired. I’ve been enjoying what I do for a living even though I sometimes encounter…
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Episode 101 - I Have No Idea
I didn’t have any idea what this episode was going to be about so I just hit record and started talking. My words led me to a story about my friend who recently turned down a guy for a date because of one thing that she didn’t like about him. A few days later, she changed her mind. Press play to...
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Episode 100 - In Order to Heal, You Can’t Give A Damn What Anybody Thinks
I have experienced some life challenges that tried to break my spirit. There were times when I almost allowed those challenges to defeat me, but five years ago, I got sick of living that way, so I embarked upon a new adventure that led me here… to the podcast launch of “Gumbo Nights with Miss...
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Episode 99 - Five Ways to Tell if You’re Compatible with a Romantic Partner
Recently, a friend shared some rich dating advice she received from an older gentlemen that I want to share with you. Press play to learn five quick ways to tell if you’re romantically compatible with someone before you commit to a long term relationship.
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Episode 98 - Don’t Just Study Black History, Make Black History!
January finally kicked rocks, so we have an opportunity to make a fresh start in February by making history….Black History. What skills, talents, and resources do you have and how can you use them to better the black experience in your household, neighborhood, community, city, state, etc? What…
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Episode 97 - The Color Purple
The original version of the film changed my life as a kid and helped me to blossom into a woman who, for the most part, courageously uses her voice to stand up for herself, set boundaries, and express her feelings. I wouldn’t be who I am without the female influence of Whoopi Goldberg (Miss…
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Episode 96 - Are You A Good House Guest?
Have you ever told someone to make themselves at home? If you have, did you really mean it? Has there ever been a time when you regretted saying that to one of your house guests? In this episode, I’m discussing house rules that guests often violate because we’ve told them to make themselves at...
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Episode 95 - What Men Need to Know About Single Women
I don’t do episodes specifically for men very often, but this episode is for the guys. There are some important things that single women, who want a committed relationship, have been quiet about. It’s time to blow the whistle on those little known secrets so that men can understand the real...
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Episode 94 - More in 2024!
What do you want more of in 2024? Is it more money, love, sex, patience, or something else? In this episode, I am emphasizing what I want more of and that’s rich friendships. What are your friendships like? Are they fruitful and healthy or are they one-sided, selfish, and envy adjacent? Let’s...
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Episode 93 - What I Want for Christmas This Year
What’s at the top of your Christmas list this year? Is it something expensive, something cheap or something that money can’t buy? Press play to discover what’s on my list and why I have to have it!
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Episode 92 - How Do You Know When It’s Time to Move On?
If you’re in a lifestyle, job, or marriage that is accompanied by unhealthy patterns that aren’t changing for the better, how do you know when it’s time to move on? In this episode, I’ll share some real examples in my world that may signal when it’s time to pack our bags. Follow Me on Instagram…
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Episode 91 - How Well Do You Know Yourself?
Finding out that others don’t view us with high regard can come as a surprise when we don’t know ourselves better than anyone else. In this episode, we’re going to answer some hard questions that require an honest look in the mirror. What is your reflection saying that isn’t pretty and what are…
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Episode 89 - Is This Heartbreak Season?
Is anyone having a good dating experience? My friends aren’t having good luck and I’m not sure why they aren’t. Maybe you have some answers.
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Episode 88 - It’s About Time!
It’s about time that I do a couple important things. Press play to find out what they are and discover what it’s time for you to do.
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Episode 87 - June 7th
Wednesday, June 7, 2023, is a day that changed my life forever and one I’ll never forget. Press play to find out what happened on that day and why it’s important to me.
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Episode 86 - The Sex is Good but Is That Enough?
Sex ranks as the number one aspect of a quality relationship for many people but when times get tough, is sex going to hold your relationship together? Is it the glue that keeps you interested, invested and in love or are there other qualities that are a requirement for you? Let’s talk about it!
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Episode 85 - Do People Think They Know You or Do They Really Know You?
For most of my life, people that I’ve known for long and short periods of time have assumed that they know me better than they really do. There was a time when their incorrect assumptions caused me to audition for them in order to change their minds about the who I am and all that I am. I’ve...
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Episode 84 - When Was the Last Time You Had a New Experience?
I recently tried something indulgent for the first time and now I’m hooked on the experience. Press play and listen to learn what I did and why I love it!
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Episode 83 - Who Are You Becoming?
I never envisioned I’d become the person I am today. I was locked into patterns of believing, assuming, and perceiving that had been since childhood. Life has a way of removing the boundaries and borders that make up our identity when we allow ourselves to think, do and become something we never...
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Episode 82 - Adulting is Tough!
I recently experienced 11 days full of unexpected, unfamiliar, uncertain and intense moments that caused me to reconsider and reevaluate everything and realize that Adulting is TOUGH yet doable!
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Episode 81 - Black History is Closer than You THINK!
Black History is all around us…in front, in between, and behind many of the freedoms and privileges that we enjoy everyday. Sometimes we take our Black History for granted. I recently had lightbulb moments that strongly reminded me of Whence I came. What’s your Black History “aha” story?
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Episode 80 - A Kansas City Dream Come True!
I have a dream that’s bigger than anything I’ve ever done, and I’m just days away from the manifestation of it. Because of your trust and support of me for the past four years as the host of this podcast, I am confident that I’m on the right path and that an even bigger, better and greater voice...
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Episode 79 - Is Good - Good Enough?
Do you struggle to let things go even when you’ve done all that you can do to make it GOOD? If this sounds like YOU, then this episode contains a perspective that may make YOUR life more relaxed, peaceful and enjoyable!
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Episode 78 - Courage is Different Than Being Bold
I’ve focused my life on being courageous, but I recently discovered that there is a big difference between Courage and Boldness. Listen to this episode to find out all that I’ve learned about the distinction and why I live in BOLDNESS.
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Episode 77 - Why It’s So Hard to Find Love!
If you’ve been looking for LOVE and having a tough time finding it, you’ve got to listen to this episode. I’ve discovered a REAL reason why you and your friends haven’t found the RIGHT one yet!
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Episode 76 - Going Natural
I recently learned that permed hair is causing major health risks in black women. I’ve been wearing my hair permed for over 30 years, so it was time for me to put my health before my hair. Press play to find out what my journey has been like since I went natural.
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Episode 75 - Happy Anniversary to Me!
I’m celebrating a two-year anniversary this week and it’s a big deal! You’ll have to press play to find out what the occasion is and it’s not what you think I’m sure!
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Episode 74 - Good Morning America
Everyone is talking about the affair happening between two hosts on Good Morning America, T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach. What do you think about it? Was ABC wrong for taking them off air? I have my own opinions and I hope you’ll press play for some interesting perspectives.
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Episode 73 - Who Asked You Anyway?
Do you offer advice that is unsolicited? Do you get frustrated when people don’t do things the way that you do it? If that sounds like you, press play on this episode for a special message.
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Episode 72 - You Can’t Follow Everybody!
Being a good FOLLOWER is just as important as being a good LEADER, yet many people have no clue when they should FOLLOW and when they should LEAD. In this episode, you’ll hear a real and shocking example of poor leading and following that you don’t want to MISS. Press play!
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Episode 71 - I Wish I’d Known Better
There are some things I wish I would have known and some things I wished I’d done differently as it relates to love, men, and sex. Press play to hear all about it.
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Episode 70 - Can You Peacefully Disagree?
There are times when you won’t agree with the people you’re closest to but when it happens, what do you do? How does it make you feel? Do you maintain your relationship or choose to walk away?
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Episode 69 - Are You Rooting for Anybody?
It’s easy to celebrate our own success but do you celebrate the progress and success of others? If you don’t acknowledge and celebrate the amazing things that others are doing, why not?
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Episode 68 - Family is Something Else!
Do you enjoy being around your family members or do you dread it? If you dread it, why? Do you have family members that don’t have vocal and emotional boundaries? Press play to learn more about these folks and see if you can identify.
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Episode 67 - Are You Willing to do Anything for Free?
Opportunities to get paid are everywhere but what about those unpaid opportunities? Are you only saying yes when there’s money involved?
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Bonus Episode - Good Morning!
Don’t underestimate the power of good morning!
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Bonus Episode - Colonics
Have you ever had a colonic? I have and they are amazing. Press play to find out the benefits of colonics.
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Bonus Episode - Solo Dates
Do you take yourself out on solo dates if not, why not? I do it all the time and it is one of my most enjoyable experiences listening and to find out why I love solo dates so much.
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Episode 66 - Who Are We Canceling in Black History Month?
We often hear about folks being canceled for racist and rude comments, poor conduct, and everything in between. What about canceling the people who we live with and depend on everyday? Are we measuring those closest to us with the same ruler that we use to measure people we only know through…
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Episode 65 - I Know You Think It’s Sexy But Does He Think It’s Sexy?
What women think is sexy if often different from what men think is sexy. Who’s right? Men or women?
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Episode 64 - It’s Not the Same Thing!
How many times do we think we’re comparing apples to apples, but we’re really comparing houses to hotels? Find out why poor comparisons lead to poor results.
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Episode 63 - Are You Honest with Yourself and Can Others Be Honest with You? 🐝
It’s not only important for us to be honest with ourselves about our strengths, weaknesses and limitations, it’s also important for us to give others an opportunity to do so. 🐝
About this show
Gumbo Nights is a DELICIOUS and Impactful 10-minute Podcast that Combines a VARIETY of SAVORY ingredients about Entertaining, Enlightening, Funny, Interesting, Real Life Encounters, LIGHTBULB MOMENTS, and Mouthwatering Experiences that will leave your EARS wanting MORE. Just like Gumbo, Life is a Series of DIVERSE ingredients that Shape WHO WE ARE and how WE NAVIGATE our lives. Tune in to hear the Host, Miss Handie, share what’s Really Going On in these STREETS while SIMULTANEOUSLY giving you the TASTY TALK your SOUL’S Palate has been CRAVING. Let’s TALK!
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GUMBO NIGHTS with Miss Handie