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Sistahs Connect®
by Kimberly Sumpter
Sistahs Connect® features conversations with inspiring Black women whom host Kimberly Sumpter has met and admired on her life's journey. This podcast shines a light on their unique experiences, offering wisdom and life lessons they've learned along the way. Rooted in positivity and purpose, each episode is a testament to the strength, resilience, and brilliance of her amazing guests.
Episodes
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Breast Cancer Changed My Story, Not My Strength
In this episode of Community Conversations, guest host Danni Hadnott, President of the Hadnott Foundation, sits down with Cynthia Smalls, founder of Melanin Pink Ribbons, breast cancer survivor, author, and advocate, for an honest conversation about breast cancer, survivorship, advocacy, and the...
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Beyond Work-Life Balance: Sandi Edghill on Wellness, Identity and Redefining Success
In this episode of Sistahs Connect, Kimberly sits down with Sandi Edghill, Executive Work-Life Wellness Coach and founder of Sandi's Edge, for an honest conversation about redefining success, prioritizing yourself, and discovering who you are beyond your roles and responsibilities. Sandi shares…
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Pivoting with Purpose: Resilience, STEM Education, and the Power of Saying Yes with Yvonne Thevenot
In this episode, we welcome Yvonne Thevenot, founder of STEM Kids NYC, whose extraordinary journey will leave you inspired and motivated. From surviving breast cancer and going through a divorce to leaving a successful corporate career, Yvonne shares how she followed her heart, reclaimed her…
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Her Business Blueprint - Coming Soon!
Her Business Blueprint officially launches in January 2025. Welcome to "Her Business Blueprint"! Hey everyone! I have a new podcast downloading soon called Her Business Blueprint which builds on the foundation I created with Sistahs Connect®. Her Business Blueprint focuses on the entrepreneurial...
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Live From the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit
In this episode, I had the pleasure of attending the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit at Kean University as a media host. The summit's theme was Intentional Living, and it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with inspiring panelists and attendees, including Iyanna Anderson, the founder of...
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From Curiosity to Calling: Iyana Anderson On Becoming A Wellness Advocate
In today's episode, we reflect on some of the insightful moments shared by Iyana Anderson, the founder of Well Together, a wellness consulting company with a vision to introduce accessible, inclusive, and equitable wellness culture to communities and organizations. She shares what led her to…
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Empowering Harlem: A Conversation with the Owners of Carriage Suite
In this episode, join me as I sit down with Patricia Karizma Bivens and Robin Bullock, the dynamic co-owners of Carriage Suite, a unique boutique located in the vibrant neighborhood of Harlem, NY. Carriage Suite is not your average baby carriage store; it's a community hub where families come...
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Building a Business on Mutual Respect
Today's message comes from Patricia Bivens, co-owner of The Carriage Suite, the premier black-owned luxury baby carriage boutique in Harlem, New York. Patricia reflects on the love and mutual respect she shares with her business partner, Robin. Despite warnings from others that conflicts were...
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Jamie Watkins Shares Her Pursuit To Happiness
In this episode, Jamie Watkins opens up about her journey to finding happiness and self-love. Born and raised in Central Jersey, Jamie's path to happiness was influenced by the tragic passing of her brother when she was just nine years old. This early loss taught her the fragility of life and...
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Precious Williams the Killer Pitch Master
Toady's Moment To Reflect features Precious L. Williams, aka the #KillerPitchMaster. She's the CEO of Perfect Pitches by Precious, a 13-time national elevator pitch champion, serial entrepreneur, international speaker, and 3-time #1 bestselling author. Connect with Precious at...
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Episode 60: An Inspiring Chat with Life Coach and Voice Actor Aurelia Michael
In this episode, Aurelia Michael of Aurelia Michael Living talks about her journey as a performer. She's also a life coach and image consultant whose passion is to help people in the entertainment industry gain and sustain their confidence. She's the founder of Voice On Demand, a company…
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Episode 59: Author Jayne Allen Talks About Her Novel Black Girls Must Die Exhausted
In this episode, Jayne Allen, serial entrepreneur, Harvard-trained Attorney and Engineer talks about her novel "Black Girls Must Die Exhausted" and shares how an iconic figure encouraged her to seek her true passion. Today's sister shout out is from Kim Brio, founder of NuSol Radio a black...
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Episode #58: God Has A Purpose and Plan For Your Life
Today's Moment To Reflect features Apostle Dr. Monique McMiller, Founder of Sigma Tau Sigma Sorority, Incorporated whose motto is NO SISTER LEFT BEHIND. Today she talks about being a survivor and reminds you that GOD has a purpose and plan for you life. You can catch the entire conversation with...
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Episode #57: Why Psychotherapist Dr. Natalie Jones Chooses To Seek Therapy
Today's Moment To Reflect features licensed Psychotherapist Dr. Natalie Jones, host of the "Date With Darkness Podcast" Today she explains why as a therapist, she chooses to seek therapy for her own well-being. Stay connected with me: Sistah's Connect Website Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect…
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Episode #56: Reka Robinson Freed Herself from An Abuser and Launched the "Single You Academy"
In today's episode I'll be talking to my sistah friend Reka Robinson. She a Certified Life Coach and founder of the "Single You Academy" and Podcast. Today she talks about how she freed herself from an abusive relationship and the the pivotal moments that led her to share her personal story and...
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Episode #55: It's Okay To Cry
Today's Moment To Reflect episode features Shirley Hubbard of The Shades of Strong Podcast where she talks about how she was conditioned as a child to suppress her feelings and how doing that caused emotional trauma that carried into her adult Shirley uses her platform to uplift and inspire black...
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Episode #54: Becoming A Better Leader With Dr. Julianna Hynes
Dr. Julianna Hynes is a leadership development strategist, coach, speaker and author with a reputation for helping her clients create sustainable solutions that yield measurable results. In this episode, we discuss navigating the nuances of being a leader as a woman of color over the age of 50…
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Episode #53: Take a Moment and Breathe
Today's Moment To Reflect episode features Jacquie Bird of Jacquie Bird Spiritual Wellness and the Roll With Peace In Mind Podcast. Visit her online and sign up for her monthly guided mediation virtual session that last Sunday of each month - Register here.
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Episode #51: Pushing Forward and Being Resilient
Today's Moment To Reflect features Mental Health Therapist Renai Kraytem, who reminds us to push forward and be resilient. Follow me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates on podcast episodes, giveaways, and...
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Episode #50: Being Unapologetic @ 50 with Sharon Fields
In today's milestone episode, we cover being unapologetic at 50 with Sharon Fields. Sharon is the founder of Beautiful Curves 365 and host of the Unapologetic @ 50 podcast. At Beautiful Curves 365 she mentors women on how to get unstuck and inspires them to become the healthiest version of...
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Episode #49: Getting Into Alignment With Your Spiritual Identity
Links From This Episode: Dorothy-Inez Breazell Stay Connected: Visit the Sistahs Connect Website Follow Me On Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on Linkedin Join the FREE Sistahs Connect Facebook Group I'd love to hear from you! Send me an email at [email protected] if you'd like to...
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Episode #48: Millissa Jayne Uses Her Platform To Amplify Black Owned Businesses
Millissa Janye Millissa Janye on YouTube Millissa Jayne on Instagram FREE e-Book Email: [email protected] Sistah Shout Out of the Day: Detras Powell Butterfly Rhythm Podcast Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Podcast Website Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on Linkedin Join the...
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Episode #47: I Hit the Pandemic Wall
Today's episode tells you why I was MIA. I hit a wall and needed to take a moment to refocus. Here's what I was feeling: Hitting the Pandemic Wall Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Podcast Website Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on Linkedin Join the Sistah's Connect Private Facebook…
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Episode #46: Angela Brooks-Wright Talks About the Sharing In Your Journey Podcast
Today I'll be talking to one of my childhood friends Angela Brooks Wright of Brooks Wright Ministries and host of the Sharing In Your Journey Podcast. We'll talk about the fondest memory that we shared as children and what led her to answer the call of ministry. Angela on Instagram: Get Today's...
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Episode #45: It's Never Too Late To Achieve Your Goals
Today's Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect segment features Alison Harmon, owner of UTAP. Visit Alison Online: Alison Harmon Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Podcast Website Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on Linkedin Join the Sistah's Connect Private Facebook Group Use the...
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Episode #44: Tackling Emotional Eating with Dr. Ro
Today I'll be talking to my Sistah friend Dr. Ro. You might remember a nationally known nutrition coach from Heart & Soul that aired back in the day on BET. Today we'll talk about emotional eating and her FREE 5 Days To Sexy Challenge that will boost your confidence, have you feeling bold, and…
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Episode #43: Terri Lomax Encourages You To Own Your Story
Today's Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect segment features Terri Lomax, author of the book Glow Up As You Grow Up: Your Go-To Guide for Overcoming Obstacles and Making Lemonade. In her message, she reflects on what she hopes the readers will take away from her book and the importance of black…
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Episode #42: Trailblazer and Community Builder Leslie Anderson Talks About Leadership
Today I'll be talking to my Sistah friend Leslie Anderson. She's the President and CEO of the NJ Redevelopment Authority and is the only black woman in the country heading up an agency like hers. Today we'll talk about her take on sisterhood, her role as a black woman leader, and how she is…
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Episode #41: Intersectionality And How It Affects Black Women
Today's episode features my sistah friend Dana Stilley. She is a speaker and strategic leader who is committed to social justice, she's also in the process of launching her business Dream, Grow, Succeed, LLC which will inspire and empower women striving to reach their leadership goals. It will…
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Episode #40: Becoming A Global Citizen
Today's moment to reflect nugget comes from Chrishan Wright. She's the founder of BLAXIT US and she shares one of her earlier experiences as a sistah traveling abroad. Chrishan created BLAXIT US to serve as a place of information and empowerment for Black Americans interested in learning how to...
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Episode #39: Digging Deep with Debrena Jackson Gandy
Today's episode features my Sistah Friend Debrena Jackson Gandy. She's the author of one of my favorite books of all time, SACRED PAMPERING PRINCIPLES. Today we'll talk about how we can reconnect with our joy despite all the negative influences that surround us in the world. Connect with Debrena...
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Episode #38: The System Is BROKEN!
Thank you Felecia Pullen for allowing me to use my platform to spread this powerful message. It speaks to the injustice that we as African Americans in this country have endured for hundreds of years. This is a direct message to anyone who considers themselves to be an ally. The goal of the…
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Episode #37: Bridging the Gap Through Conversations With Randi B.
Randi B. affectionately known as the sista . in . tend . ent is a former Diversity + Inclusion Specialist, author and speaker. Today she talks about why tackling those uncomfortable conversations are necessary and the value of being "real" with your sister friends.. Connect with Randi B. Online:...
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Episode #36: Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect - Guard Your Thoughts and Unplug
Sistah's Connect Private Facebook Group Beautiful Curves 365 Leave me a voicemail message. Click here for you're chance to be heard on the podcast. Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website Twitter: @sistahsconnect Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on linkedIn Use the hashtag...
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Episode #35: Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect - Relax, Relate, Release
Today's Moment To Reflect features Renai Kraytem, LCSW. Today's nugget comes from a conversation that I had with Therapist Renai Kraytem during the Sistahs Survival Series LIVE on facebook. She'll share why it's so important to release those negative thoughts and gives us a quick tip on…
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Episode #34: Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect - The Gift of Homeschooling
Today's Moment To Reflect features Simeko Hartley. Today's uncertain times are causing a strain and stress in many of our lives and is forcing us all to adjust to a whole new way of living. Virtually everyone is mandated to work from home and many of you are having to accomplish this task with...
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Episode #33: Living Life Fully With HIV
LaDeia Joyce is a beautiful, accomplished, transparent, light-hearted sistah who just happens to be living with HIV. In this episode, we'll talk about how her status has changed the her life and why she chooses to live her life out loud despite her diagnosis. Connect with LaDeia Online…
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Episode #32: Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect - Danielle Dopwell Is Celebrating Peace
Today's Moment To Reflect features Danielle Dopwell of Meta-More-For-Us. Today she's celebrating peace. If you'd like to hear our conversation in it's entirety, listen to Ep. #27 of the Sistahs Connect podcast. Leave me a voicemail message. Click here for you're chance to be heard on the podcast....
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Episode #31: Her Inspiration Behind Creating The New Jersey Natural Hair and Beauty Expo
Mentioned in this episode: New Jersey Natural Hair and Beauty Expo Aim To Win In Business and Life Podcast Karen's Body Beautiful Pooka Pure and Simple #collaborationovercompetition #SistahsConnectPodcast Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website Twitter: @sistahsconnect Instagram: @sistahsconnect...
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Episode #30: Sistahs Connect Moment To Reflect - Bettina Peets Tell Us What She's Celebrating
Today's Moment To Reflect features Bettina Peets of Adventures For the Soul. Today she shares all of the wonderful things in her life that she's celebrating. If you'd like to hear our conversation in it's entirety, listen to Ep. #20 of the Sistahs Connect podcast. Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect...
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Episode #29: The Vision Behind Sistahs Connect
Here's where you can find Kimberly online: Wax Kandy Candle Co. Sistahs Connect Private Facebook Group Mom Life: Yes I Can Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website Twitter: @sistahsconnect Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on linkedIn Join the Sistah's Connect Private Facebook Group Use...
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Episode #27: Danielle Dopwell Taps Into Her Intuitive Spirit
Here's where you can find Danielle online: Meta-More-For-Us on Youtube Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website
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Episode #25: The Hosts of Mom Life Use Their Platform To Uplift One Another
Here's where you can find Tichina and Nicole online: Mom Life: Yes I Can Mom Life Yes I Can Private Facebook Group Purchase the "Me Time" candle Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website Twitter: @sistahsconnect Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on linkedIn Join the Sistah's Connect…
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Episode #23: She Found Her Power By Being Vulnerable
Here's where you can find Gillian Sarjeant Allen online: CBD Essentials Today's Sistah Shout Out: Guinera Curry Enjoying Life Fully Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website Twitter: @sistahsconnect Instagram: @sistahsconnect Connect with me on linkedIn Join the Sistah's Connect Private Facebook...
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Episode #22: Embracing Her New Normal As A Bilateral Amputee
Here's where you can find Dr. Chantrise Holliman online: Dr, Chantrise Online Dr. Chantrise on Facebook Today's Sistah Shout Out: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Sigma Zeta Zeta Chapter in Hudson County, NJ Stay Connected: Sistah's Connect Website Twitter: @sistahsconnect Instagram: @sistahsconnect...
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Sistahs Connect® features conversations with inspiring Black women whom host Kimberly Sumpter has met and admired on her life's journey. This podcast shines a light on their unique experiences, offering wisdom and life lessons they've learned along the way. Rooted in positivity and purpose, each episode is a testament to the strength, resilience, and brilliance of her amazing guests.
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