Speak Up Sis Podcast

Speaking the truth isn't easy, but it's powerful. In this episode, Angel Charmaine revisits her first book, Speak with Chic: One Woman Ten Truths, and unpacks why silence costs us more than honesty ever could. If you've been holding in your story, this is your reminder that the truth matters, your story matters, and it can set both youi and someone else free.

Have you ever felt like you’re performing your way through life while smiling, clapping, and keeping it all together on the outside and quietly exhausted on the inside? That’s the performer mask, and it’s one of the heaviest we wear.In this episode of the SpeakUpSis Podcast, Angel Charmaine unpacks why we learn to perform, what it really costs us, and how to finally take the mask off.Tune in for this week’s Mirror Moment and be reminded that performance may win applause, but authenticity builds connection.

We’ve all said it: “I don’t have time for this,” but most of the time, it isn’t really about the clock, it’s about avoidance. In this episode, Angel Charmaine unpacks how the busyness mask keeps us from facing hard truths, what it costs us when we keep running, and the freedom that comes from being honest about our priorities.If you’ve been hiding behind busy, this conversation is your reminder that time isn’t the problem. The truth is that authenticity means making space for what matters most.Tune in for this week’s Mirror Moment and find the courage to stop running from the things that need your attention.

We hear the word authenticity everywhere, but what does it really mean to live authentically, and why does it matter? In this kickoff episode, Angel Charmaine, author and inspirational conversationalist, unpacks the difference between performance and authenticity and shares a personal story about what happens when you choose to show up real instead of polished.If you’ve ever felt like you’re wearing a mask or running on empty trying to keep it all together, this conversation will remind you that authenticity may not always be the easiest path, but it is always the winning one.Listen in and be encouraged to put the performance down and step into the freedom of being fully you.

In this episode of the Speak Up Sis Podcast, we shine a spotlight on author Deborah Jefferson in our new Author Showcase series. Deborah opens up about the inspiration behind her book A Rose Wrapped in Thorn, a powerful story of love, loss, and healing. She takes us behind the scenes of her writing process, her journey to publishing, and how her personal experiences shaped the pages of this deeply moving work. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a book lover seeking stories that touch the soul, this conversation offers insight, wisdom, and a reminder that beauty often blooms through adversity.

In this episode, Angel Charmaine encourages you to embrace your God-given uniqueness and recognize that your authentic self is your greatest asset. She shares three ideas for you to think about and settle within yourself to help you show up authentically. Angel wraps this episode with an action activity to get you started on your journey to tapping into the power of showing up as you are. You can contact Angel Charmaine at [email protected] to share your questions and/or comments about this segment. Also follow the show on FB and IG @speakupsispodcast.

When you're single, being alone may sometimes feel lonely and send you back-stepping into relationships that weren't good for you and still aren't. In this segment of Chew up the Meat & Spit out the Bone, Angel Charmaine gives 5 reasons we want to go back as well as 5 reasons you need to let that old thing go. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @speakupsispodcast and on Twitter @speakupsis.

This episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is a One-on-One w/Angel and guest Nya Simone. Nya is an accomplished musician and visionary founder of the Make Us Known (MUK) initiative that seeks to empower youth through education and career readiness. It's always an honor to create space for young adults to speak up and share their stories to inspire the stories of others.

Tune-in to this One-on-One w/Angel segment of SpeakUpSis Podcast with my guest, Elizabeth Higdon. Elizabeth is also the "Get to Know Her" feature in the 2024 Spring Edition of SpeakUpSis Magazine. During our One-on-One conversation, Elizabeth shares a little about her motherhood journey as well as an upcoming project with the youth that she is passionate about. I hope you enjoy this episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast, the podcast where we share stories to inspire yours.

In this episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of trophy making with Eric Marcus, the co-owner of Royal Trophies, the business behind the stunning trophies for the SpeakUpSis Awards. Join us as we explore Eric's journey into the business, the process of designing and creating unique trophies. This episode is a celebration of craftsmanship and the power of recognition. Listen for an inspiring conversation filled with creativity and passion.

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Nine of the 2024 EWS, and Angel Wright, the Founder of Speak Up Sis, LLC concludes this year's series with a charge to rejoice with your sisters as they pursue purpose. Thank you for joining us this year during Women's History Month to listen to everyday women making history every day. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #AngelCharmaine

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day 8 of the 2024 EWS, and Johnecia Mason is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "Pain or Purpose? Choose Wisely." Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #JohneciaMason

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Six of the 2024 EWS, and Courtenay Wills is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "The Burdens of Strength." Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #CourtenayWills

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Seven of the 2024 EWS, and Nicole R Dudley is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "Wholeness Before a Husband." Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #NicoleRDudley

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Five of the 2024 EWS, and Jessaca Rowe is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "When Strangers Become Sisters." Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #JessacaRowe

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Four of the 2024 EWS, and Dr. Catovia Rayner is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "Spark the Flame of Self Love."Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month.#EverydayWomanSeries2024#SpeakUpSisConference#SpeakUpSis#DrCatoviaRayner

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Three of the 2024 EWS, and Shaunda Thompson is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "I Am My Sister." Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #ShaundaThompson

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day Two of the 2024 EWS, and Maria Richardson is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "Childhood Cancer: Being a Light for Others." Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #MariaRichardson

The Everyday Woman Series™ (EWS) is a virtual SpeakUpSis® Conference that provides an opportunity for everyday women to share how they positively impact the world every day. They share their testimonies to help other women overcome the hard stuff of life. This year's EWS theme is "My Sister's Keeper." Today is Day One of the 2023 EWS, and Norine Fahie is our keynote speaker. Her topic is "Empowering Women Through Storytelling." You can connect with Norine on IG - @saveoursisters_2020 Join us daily from March 4 - 14, 2024 at 1pm EST to listen to a different woman encourage, inspire and empower you doing Women's History Month. #EverydayWomanSeries2024 #SpeakUpSisConference #SpeakUpSis #NorineFahie

Come along on a candid journey with Angel Charmaine as she opens up about the real, unfiltered experiences of perimenopause. In this episode, she lays bare the challenges of insomnia and night sweats, sharing personal challenges that echo the struggles many women face. This unfiltered episode offers a genuine exploration of the various symptoms that accompany perimenopause. Angel Charmaine creates a space where authenticity reigns, making room for shared experiences and a deeper understanding of this transformative phase in a woman's life. Tune in for a raw, relatable conversation that speaks to the heart of the perimenopausal experience.

This is 4th anniversary episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast! In this episode, I share what led me to begin podcasting four years ago. I discuss what you can expect from SpeakUpSis Podcast in the coming year as well as my first personal share of the year. I talk to you about my testimony of overcoming the fear of bullies. I welcome you to follow the show on IG & FB at @speakupsispodcast. Send email to [email protected]

Ready to Elevate Your Brand in 2024? Introducing "Starting & Scaling Your Brand" a new SpeakUpSis® Podcast Series! Are you striving to take your business to the next level or looking to kickstart your brand for the new year? Angel Wright, CEO of Speak up Sis! and CJ Benjamin, CEO of The Brand Room Inc., have partnered to provide you with a short and power-packed, 4th quarter, podcast series. We've got you covered! Join us for expert insights and strategies on scaling and growing your business. In this series, we'll uncover: ✅ Proven growth hacks ✅ Strategies for personal and professional brand building ✅ Secrets to rebranding success ✅ And much more! Don't let 2024 be just another year. Make it your year! Tune in and unlock the potential to transform your business. Subscribe to our audio podcast and be ready to soar to new heights! Please leave us a Review if you love listening to our show.

Ready to Elevate Your Brand in 2024? Introducing "Starting & Scaling Your Brand" a new SpeakUpSis® Podcast Series! Are you striving to take your business to the next level or looking to kickstart your brand for the new year? Angel Wright, CEO of Speak up Sis! and CJ Benjamin, CEO of The Brand Room Inc., have partnered to provide you with a short and power-packed, 4th quarter, podcast series. We've got you covered! Join us for expert insights and strategies on scaling and growing your business. In this series, we'll uncover: ✅ Proven growth hacks ✅ Strategies for personal and professional brand building ✅ Secrets to rebranding success ✅ And much more! Don't let 2024 be just another year. Make it your year! Tune in and unlock the potential to transform your business. Subscribe to our audio podcast and be ready to soar to new heights! Let's make 2024 your best year yet!

You can totally speak up through your brand. Are you ready to Elevate Your Brand in 2024? Introducing "Starting & Scaling Your Brand" a short series here on SpeakUpSis Podcast. Are you striving to take your business to the next level or looking to kickstart your brand for the new year?Angel Wright, host of SpeakUpSis Podcast and CJ Benjamin, CEO of The Brandroom, have partnered to provide you with a short and power-packed, 4th quarter, podcast series. We've got you covered! Join us for expert insights and strategies on scaling and growing your business.In this series, we'll uncover:  Proven growth hacks *Strategies for personal and professional brand building  *Secrets to rebranding success  *And much more!Don't let 2024 be just another year. Make it your year! Tune in the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month for the remainder of 2023 and unlock the potential to transform your business. Make sure to follow us on FB and IG @speakupsispodcast

The Small Biz Spotlight is an opportunity for small business owners to speak up and to share their business, services and products with the SpeakUpSis® community and the world. On this episode of the Small Biz Spotlight, you will get an opportunity to meet the owners of T Bold Media Group, Beloved Dillard, Broken Vessels Podcast and Up2YouCreations. This spotlight evolved into an entire empowerment conversation. If you are a budding business owner or are thinking of becoming a business owner, I wholeheartedly encourage you to listen to this episode in its entirety. You won't be disappointed. To become a guest on SpeakUpSis® Podcast, visit speakupsis.com/podcast.

The SpeakUpSis Awards is quickly approaching on Saturday, September 23, 2023, so I invited a few of the Award Finalists to join me in a conversation about recognition as well as their experience leading up to the Award Gala to be hosted in Augusta, GA. To learn more about SpeakUpSis Podcast or to become a guest on the show, visit speakupsis.com/podcast. Follow us on social media @speakupsispodcast If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a review. Thank you and enjoy the show.

We women often wonder what men really think, so I decided to ask a few good men to join me for a Blue Flame panel discussion. I'm going to get their thoughts about things like mental health, relationships, parenting and more. Bernard Gracy and Cory Green join me to share words of wisdom straight from the mouths of men. I would love to hear your thoughts, send us a message at [email protected]. You can also connect on social media @speakupsispodcast. To become a guest on the show, visit speakupsis.com/podcast

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day nineteen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Tracy Dancy is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Finding Purpose Through Pain." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day thirteen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Adrian Turner is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Purpose Saved Me." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day seventeen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Antigua Martin is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Do It Scared." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day thirteen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Jay Roberts is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Everyday Beauty." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day fifteen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Dr. Onnie Poe is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Free to FLOW." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day fourteen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Jessika Cox is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Embrace Your Authentic Essence: Reclaiming Your Power in Personal Style." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day thirteen of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Antigua Martin is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "From Orphan to Motivational Speaker." Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day twelve of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Janice Sims is the keynote speaker, and her topic is Off the Beaten Path - Where the Beginning and the Now Meet. Visit speakupsis com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day 11 of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Kimberlyn Walthour is the keynote speaker, and her topic is The Greatness Within. Visit speakupsis com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day ten of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Cassandra Terry is the keynote speaker, and her topic is My Experiences Don't Define Me. Visit speakupsis com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day nine of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Nicole Dudley is the keynote speaker, and her topic is Free Yourself. Visit speakupsis com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day eight of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series. Robin K. Ingram is the keynote speaker, and her topic is Water Your Dreams. Visit speakupsis.com/ews to learn more about the series.

Today's episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast is day seven of the Everyday Woman Series with Rachiel Morrison as the key note speaker. To learn more about the series, visit speakupsis.com/ews.

Day Six of the Everyday Woman Series. Shantrell Simmons is the keynote speaker, and her topic is "Who Knew?" Learn more about the series at speakupsis.com/ews.

Day 5 of the SpeakUpSis Everyday Woman Series with Catharine Montgomery as the keynote speaker. Her topic is "Taking it Day by Day."

Day Four of the Speak Up Sis 2023 Everyday Woman Series. The keynote speaker is Atiya Moore. Learn more about the Series at speakupsis.com/ews.

Day Three of the Speak Up Sis 2023 Everyday Woman Series. The keynote speaker is Krystal Glenn. To learn more about the Series, visit speakupsis.com/ews.

Day 2 of the 2023 Everyday Woman Series featuring keynote speaker, Adrian Broadway. Learn more about the Everyday Woman Series at speakupsis.com/ews.

This episode is the first day of the Everyday Woman Series™ hosted by Speak Up Sis® every year in March. The keynote speaker for the day is Kenitra Mason. For more information about the series, visit speakupsis.com/ews.

I have not released a new episode of SpeakUpSis Podcast since November 2022; it's now February 2023. Ugh...I know, I know. This is so unlike me. In this episode, I share what you, my loyal listeners and even all of you new listeners can expect for the future of SpeakUpSis Podcast. It's short and sweet, so listen until the end. Feel free to send questions and/or comments to [email protected]. Follow the show on IG & FB at @speakupsispodcast

Host Angel Charmaine and Co-host Charnell Williams have a discussion about teacher burnout with their Encouraging Experts guest Kendria R. Johnson, M.Ed. Kendria is a consultant who works with teachers who find themselves in a place of overwhelm and burnout.

Host Angel Charmaine encourages you to keep speaking no matter what during this Chew Up the Meat and Spit-out the Bone segment of Speak Up Sis Podcast. Email your comments and feedback to [email protected].

Angel Charmaine sits down with Danielle Ware, Founder and Executive Director of Danika Community Development Inc (DCDI), to talk about her reasons for starting a non-profit organization. She also shared information about their Inaugural Masquerade Ball, the organizations programs and ways you can support the work of the organization.