Episodes
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Embrace The Suck w/ Muhammad Saahir
What's Good? Doing the best you can with what you got! In this episode, I catch up with Muhammad Saahir - licensed mental health counselor, educator, dad/husband and stand-up comedian! We talk about what inspires him to want to help people, the importance of humor in his life/work and what it…
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Preach Doc! w/ Jeffrey A. Johnson II
What's Good? Embracing all the twists and turns of your own personal faith journey! In this episode, I share a conversation I had with Rev. Jeffrey A. Johnson II. At the time of our convo, he was serving as associate pastor of Eastern Star Church and just recently he stepped into the role of head...
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Deliciously Dope w/ Chef Oya Woodruff
What's Good? Sticking with it. I'm back with another fantastic convo after a little hiatus. This chat with Chef Oya Woodruff of The Trap covered so many things ... traditional African spirituality, the importance of therapy, what it is like running a restaurant in this uncertain time, and much...
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Inclusive Faith w/ Jason Powell
What's Good? Having an empowering spiritual life. In this episode, I catch up with Rev. Jason Powell, an ordained minister, musician, singer, songwriter, recording artist, spiritual teacher and author. He is fueled by the following ministry mission statement: raising the consciousness of humanity...
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Make Ish Happen w/ Create Connect Collab
What's Good? Makin ish happen! That's what Create, Connect Collab (run by Starla Kay Mathis and Lateva Woolfork) is all about. CCC provides creatives, leaders, and entrepreneurs the community, accountability, resources and connections to Make Ish Happen! Learn more about CCC at...
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We Should All be Marvelous Mavens w/ Leslie Bailey
What's Good? Taking a chance on yourself! In this episode, I catch up with Leslie Bailey - co-founder, CEO, and editor-in-chief of Indy Maven, a lifestyle media company and community for women, by women in Central Indiana. Leslie and I talk about all things Indy Maven, the opening of Maven Space…
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Life and Legacy w/ Dee Ross
What's Good? Living life to the absolute fullest and making a difference along the way. Dee Ross, a community leader on the far Eastside of Indianapolis, is doing just that. After many tumultuous experiences, including several brushes with near death, Dee has focused on doing what he can to…
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No Days Off w/ Tedd Hardy
What's Good? Giving back to your community in creatively collaborative ways. Ya'll know I love alliteration. LOL It's a habit! Anywhoo, on this episode of What's Good w/ Ebony Chappel I catch up with my friend and collaborator Tedd Hardy. Tedd is a dedicated community leader, father, husband and...
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Long Live the Pynk!
What's Good? P VALLEY! Whew... what a season finale! Katori Hall and crew took us on a wild ride this season full of fairytales, nightmares and everything in between. This week I caught up with Moni and Kat of the Fake Ass Book Club podcast to share our thoughts on the way Season 2 wrapped up.…
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Keep that 'Vex Money' on Deck
What's Good? Prioritizing your pleasure, joy, leisure and overall well-being! I'm FINALLY home from a long month or so of travel so I had to take a moment and catch up with ya'll. In this episode, I talk about the importance of having a lil coin on hand at all times in case you need to make…
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You Betta Testify! w/ Sarah Jene'
What's Good? Creating things with your friends! On this episode, I catch up with artistic genius Sarah Jene' to talk about our creative baby - The Testimony Service. We discuss what it means to overcome, find joy in the midst of sorrow and come out that mf glistening like pure gold. Job 23:10 for...
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Down In The Valley - P Valley Season 2 Episode 207 Reflections
What's Good? P VALLEY SUNDAY NIGHTS! Episode 207 (Jackson) took us on a whole journey. Whew... This week I'm joined by Moni and Kat of the Fake Ass Book Club podcast to break this episode all the way down. Spoiler Alert! Also, trigger warning re: convos about domestic violence, abortion and…
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Truth Telling and Transformation w/ Brea Cooper
What's Good, friends?! In this episode, I catch up with fellow Indianapolis Recorder newspaper alum Brea (Breanna) Cooper. We talk about what it's like to leave the journalism field to pursue other avenues of storytelling along with a few other topics. Shout out to Brea for reminding me to…
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Young, Hilarious and Black w/ Justin Bland of Made Man Improv
What's Good? Laughing until you cry and crying until you can laugh again. That was kinda corny. But, you know what's not corny? The Made Man Improv show! In this episode, I catch up with Justin Bland, the man behind Made Man. We talk about childhood imaginations manifesting as reality, the...
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Down In The Valley - P Valley Season 2 Episode 206 Reflections
What's Good? P-VALLEY SUNDAY NIGHTS! Episode 206, Savage, was action-packed as usual. Of all the things that happened (Mercedes losing her sponsorship from Coach, Hailey crashing an important party, Ms. Ernestine getting the Rona and Keyshawn attempting to runaway... just to name a few things!)…
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Breaks are Good for the Soul (w/ Ashley C. Ford)
What’s Good? Taking a damn break! Whew, life is crazy as hell and we all need a lil pause here and there. In this episode, I catch up with Ashley C. Ford to discuss what she’s looking forward to from her much needed hiatus, the role humor plays in her life and we chat about God and pets too. Fun...
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Down In The Valley - P Valley Season 2 Episode 205 Reflections
What's Good? P-VALLEY SUNDAY NIGHTS! “Where are the men that love and protect you? Do they only live in the future? Do they even exist?” This sentiment hits on the core of what this episode is about - Asking these questions and getting real about the answers. The truth is, the savior is you…
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Traveling Black Widow
What’s Good? Wanderlust and adventure! On this episode, I catch up with Charlotte Simpson - the Traveling Black Widow. We talk about the importance of staying present in the moment, how to survive an international trip with no luggage and so much more. Charlotte Simpson, the woman behind The...
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Down in the Valley - P Valley Season 2 Eps. 1-4 Reflections
What’s Good? P VALLEY! Season 2 is heating up and I just had to talk about it. Listen in as I share recaps on everything popping off at The Pynk during the age of Pandemy and Uprising. Major themes from this season include: ⁃ Being haunted by the past and unhealed inner traumas ⁃ Uncertainty,...
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Free And Fashionable As F*ck
What's Good? Being free... NO MATTER WHAT! In this episode, I catch up with one of my fave people online, Tone Classic! From conflicted feelings around Pride and Juneteenth to learning how to love yourself even when you step into a room filled with side-eyes and hater stares, we get into it!...
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Girl Power Never Goes Out of Style
What’s Good? Women giving a damn and making it happen. In this episode, I catch up with Jen Magley to discuss new love, new career and new avenues for girl power connections among soooo many other things. About Jennifer: Jennifer Magley is a Speaker, Technical Recruiter, Former Professional...
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Black Girls Deserve Yumminess
What’s Good? Eating yummy food, talking about yummy food... talking about eating yummy food. Damn! I'm hungry now. LMAO In this episode, I catch up with Candace and Tanorria of Black Girls Eating to discuss their fave snacks, least favorite foodie trends and thoughts on pleasure and autonomy as...
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My Abortion Story
Here's a bit of my truth.
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Reading is Fundamentally Sexy
What’s Good? Cozying up with a great book or… just listening to a great podcast about books. I happen to enjoy both that’s why I was so excited to sit down with Moni and Kat of the Fake Ass Book Club Podcast! About the FAB Podcast: The Book Club is Fake but the Talk is REAL! The Fake Ass Book…
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Get In Balance, Boo!
There’s always some shit to get done. Always. It seems like the to-do list is never-ending so when do we make time to check in with Self? On this episode, I catch up with Nick and Ray, the great minds behind Balance Period to discuss mental wellness, taking control of our days and managing our...
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Winning Can Be A Mind F*ck...
Our brains are wired to react to winning so it’s meant to feel good. Winning can also be an epic mind fuck. IT'S COMPLICATED! I've been thinking about what REALLY matters, the stuff that has no tangible reward attached.
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Talking With Terrell
Hi Friends! In this episode, I catch up with my good friend Terrell Parker of Terrell Talks Podcast. We go in on healing, growth and what it takes to navigate when shit gets in the way... among other topics. Pay Black Women Spotlight: FAB (Fake Ass Book Club) Podcast -...
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Ghosts Of Lovers Past
What happens when those old love memories come creeping back into your consciousness? Things get reaaaallllly interesting. Pay Black Women Spotlight: Salome G. my amazing hairstylist - https://www.facebook.com/salome.goodman Connect with me at ebonychappel.com
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Sing Your Heart Out! with Keiana Whatley
This week I'm talking with singer-songwriter and motivational spirit Keiana Whatley about the art of alchemizing heartache. Learn more about Keiana at https://www.keianawhatley.com/ Pay Black Women Spotlight: Glamorous Goddess Cosmetics - https://glamorousgoddesscosmetics.com/ Connect with me at...
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My Ode To Damita Jo
She’s an icon, a goddess and the Queen of Pop. I’m talking about none other than Janet Damita Jo Jackson! Tune in for my takeaways on her Lifetime documentary special. Pay Black Women Spotlight: Ewa Salon and Spa Suites - Learn more about this woman-owned salon space located in Carmel, IN…
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What’s Good? Trailer
What’s Good friends? I’m Ebony Chappel checking in with a little more positivity for your podcast listening pleasure. So, a little bit about me : I’m an award winning multimedia journalist based in the Midwest. In Naptown specifically. I’ve been the editor in chief of a historic Black newspaper…
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