Liberating Your Heart: Exploring Holistic Healing Modalities and Liberation with Nichole Lee In this Season 4 Finale episode of Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee engages in a profound conversation with guest Nichole Lee about holistic and non-Western healing modalities. Whitney shares her own experiences with traditional healthcare and her steps toward integrating alternative healing practices, including energy healing and ancestral awareness. Nichole explains her approach to heart libera...
Jun 25, 2025•57 min•Ep. 80
In this powerful episode of the Impostrix Podcast , host Whitney Knox Lee sits down with Tianna Trinidad , certified PCOS coach and founder of Love Served Warm , to unpack the often misunderstood world of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with a focus on how it uniquely affects Black and Brown women . Tianna shares her deeply personal journey with PCOS, shedding light on the emotional, physical, and financial toll of the condition. Together, Whitney and Tianna explore: The systemic healthcare dis...
Jun 21, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 80
Discover your safe space in the midst of experiencing workplace hostility and prolonged traumatic events. Safety and community are essential according to this episodes guest Dominic Kolleh, a trauma-informed life coach, certified Unbreak My Soul facilitator and experienced HR professional. In this episode of Impostrix Podcast, Dominic discusses with host Whitney Knox Lee the critical importance of community, safety, and somatic care in healing from workplace trauma, particularly for Black women....
Jun 11, 2025•58 min•Ep. 79
What would it mean to embrace womb health and our feminine energy? We are joined by the Endo Educator Samantha Denae to discuss womb care! Samantha is a certified holistic health and yoni steam practitioner, a spiritual and womb counselor, an intuitive reader, herbalist, endometriosis advocate and educator, and a doula. In this conversation, Samantha shares her journey with endometriosis and explores how trauma can manifest in reproductive health issues. Whitney and Samantha discuss the concept ...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 78
Scrap self-care and embrace soul care. In this episode of the Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee discusses with Dominiece Clifton the deep practice of soul care and its distinction from self-care. Dominiece is a mother, a Clarity Coach and Business Strategist, and founder of Move and Still where she creates healing spaces that encourage mindfulness and rest. She is also a fellow podcaster providing a full library of healing content in the School of Healing podcast. Dominiece joins the show...
May 28, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 77
What if a few words could rewrite the way you see yourself? In this uplifting episode of Impostrix Podcast , host Whitney Knox Lee and Guest Jeslyn Miller get real about the magic of affirmations how they fuel self-love, silence imposter syndrome, and become a powerhouse tool for Black women navigating confidence and success. Jeslyn , a self-taught designer and founder of Unique and Lovely , a brand that turns affirmations into fashion, stationery, and accessories, shares the heartwarming story ...
May 21, 2025•44 min•Ep. 76
Fandom works wonders for mental health. Frfr. In this episode of Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee explores the vibrant world of fandom and how it brings joy, connection, and validation. Whitney is joined by Kristine McPartlin, co-host of the multi-award winning Mind the Force Podcast, a show where Star Wars fandom meets mental health. Kristine shares how she discovered Star Wars during the pandemic and how it has become a significant part of her life, offering community, respite from thi...
May 14, 2025•55 min•Ep. 74
What happens when the wind gets knocked out of younot just once, but over and over again? In this raw and restorative IMPOSTRIX PODCAST LIVE conversation, Ruth C. White, PhD MPH MSW RSW joins me to breathe through the realities Black women face navigating job uncertainty, burnout, and the emotional labor of survival in a world that rarely makes space for our breath. From layoffs and grant rejections to the silence required to "stay professional," we talk about what it means to lose work, lose br...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 74
Whitney is joined by Cas, creator of the Oh So Dope podcast , a dynamic entrepreneur who shares her perspective on creating joy in everyday life. They discuss the importance of integrating small moments of joy into daily routines, the concept of letting go of things that block joy, and the benefits of scheduling dedicated time for self-care. The conversation also touches on practical tips for maintaining mental well-being, such as journaling, using music or podcast playlists, and reflective prac...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 73
We are mastering time management over here with Coach Danni D of the Profits in Pajamas podcast! Coach Danni and Whitney discuss effective time management and calendaring strategies to keep us out of burnout and thriving. Whitney shares her struggles keeping up with her calendar and feeling overwhelmed by the back-to-back-to-back meetings. Coach Danni D brings her unique perspective as a Work with Ease coach on how to protect the white space in the calendar and strategies she teaches to help hig...
Apr 30, 2025•56 min•Ep. 72
In this episode of the Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney discusses themes of validation and support for Black women who do too much! In this episode the take-away is "stop shoulding!" and take the pressure off of yourself, girl! Toni Kennedy, early childhood educator and the creator of the childrens podcast ' What's Poppin and Penny ,' shares wisdom with Whitney on how she manages boundaries with herself and her loved ones in and out of her multigenerational home. Whitney and Toni explore the moti...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 71
TRIGGER WARNING: This conversation includes discussion about sexual violence, rape, medical examinations after assault, sex, and sexuality. Unfortunately most listeners will have had some interaction with sexual trauma. We hope this conversation helps you move through difficult feelings and find new understanding of what it can mean to heal and/or be liberated from sexual trauma, and empowers you to define what justice means for you in such situations. However we understand the topic of sexual v...
Apr 16, 2025•59 min•Ep. 70
In this episode of Impostrix Podcast , Whitney Knox Lee sits down with the insightful and radiant Katesha Reidspeaker, identity coach, author, and founder of URMORETHAN for a heart-centered conversation about identity, healing, and liberation. Whitney and Katesha open up about the discomfort and disconnection theyve felt while living out societal roles long past growing out of them, or that were never truly theirs to begin with. They unpack what it means to feel misaligned, the impact of societa...
Apr 09, 2025•58 min•Ep. 69
In this episode of Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee sits down with writing coach and storyteller Kim Green for a heartfelt conversation about the power of writing as a tool for healing. Kim opens up about how writing became her lifeline through some of lifes toughest challengeslosing her mother, being diagnosed with lupus, adopting a child, navigating divorce, and making bold career shifts. Whitney, never one to hide her feelings, shares her own complicated relationship with writingadmit...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 68
Finding calm is vital, especially when living with chronic illness. In this episode we are joined by Victoria Gibbs, a yoga instructor, model, wellness enthusiast, and #lupuswarrior as she shares her person experiences living with and managing lupus through yoga, mindfulness, and self-care. She listens to her body - I mean really listens. And she has to in order to keep her symptoms at bay and live her life fully. Victoria shares her journey from ballet to yoga, discusses the challenges of livin...
Mar 26, 2025•54 min•Ep. 67
In this episode of Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney engages in a profound discussion with trauma-informed life coach Michelle Houghton. They explore the intricate relationship between grief and trauma and strategies for Black Women's self care on their healing journey. Michelle shares her personal journey of healing from deep-rooted traumas and emphasizes the importance of connecting with one's inner child. They discuss practical tools for managing trauma responses, like the power of humming, jou...
Mar 19, 2025•59 min•Ep. 66
In this episode of Impostrix Podcast, we are discussing self-care and living the 'soft life' with Dream Strategist Rashidat Odeyemi. An ex-corporate lady, seasoned traveler, and life coach, we discuss the concept of a 'soft life' and how black women can cultivate a life filled with ease and authenticity. Using Whitney's life experiences and goals as an example, Rashidat and Whitney go through Rashidat's 10-year vision map tool, a visioning tool create for Rashidat's clients to help them recalibr...
Mar 12, 2025•59 min•Ep. 65
In the season premiere of season four of the Impostrix podcast, host Whitney is joined by her guest Lala, owner of the amazing 1:11 Studios in Forest Park, Georgia, to dive into the season's focus on supporting Black women. Lala discusses her journey as a Black woman entrepreneur and podcaster, her experiences moving from California to the South, and the significance of creating joy and fun amidst the challenges. Whitney and Lala explore the dynamics of independence, balancing responsibilities, ...
Mar 05, 2025•44 min•Ep. 64
In season four of the Impostrix podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee, a Black mother, wife, and attorney, focuses on empowering Black women to reclaim their time, joy, and peace. This season emphasizes self-care, healing from trauma, and setting boundaries. Whitney sits down with powerful Black women to discuss their experiences and provides honest insights from her own journey. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize their own well-being and subscribe to tune in to the new season.
Mar 01, 2025•3 min•Ep. 64
We are in the off-season gearing up for Season 4. I want to show off this fabulous and talented human Rashidat Odeyemi! Rashidat is a life coach and business consultant who focuses on the needs of Black women. I joined her on her YouTube show @YourDreamStrategist to discuss the glass cliff experienced by Black women. And what better example than that of Vice President Kamala Harris and her run for presidency! Here's Rashidat's episode description of this episode: Kamala Harris election as the fi...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 54
In this Season 3 Finale episode of the Impostrix Podcast, I sit down with somatic coach Jen Chau Fontn to explore the transformative power of somatic practices in the workplace and beyond. We discuss how experiences of safety, belonging, and dignity impact our bodies and emotions, and how somatic awareness can help us navigate these challenges, yes, event at work. We share about the importance of understanding our bodily sensations and emotions, especially in the context of race equity and anti-...
Nov 06, 2024•50 min•Ep. 53
In this powerful episode of the Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee sits down with the amazing Whitney Parnell, a passionate advocate and leader in racial justice. Together, they explore the complexities of allyship, the unique challenges faced by Black women in leadership, and the importance of community and healing in the fight for equity. Whitney Parnell shares insights from her organization, Service Never Sleeps, and discusses their recent research on what it truly means to be a Black-l...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 52
In this episode of the Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee sits down with attorney Chiquita Hall-Jackson to discuss the complexities of employment discrimination and the legal avenues available for those affected. Attorney Hall-Jackson is an employment discrimination attorney, DEI trainer and speaker, and author of the book We Gon' Be Alright. We receive many questions about employment discrimination and requests for referrals, but this is the first time we address the legal aspects of empl...
Oct 23, 2024•58 min•Ep. 51
Advocating for yourself when experiencing harm in the workplace can be hard and confusing, but it can also open the door to something so much better. In this episode, Whitney sits down with Noris Chavarria, a queer, gay, Latino, consultant and coach to discuss Noris's experience with self-advocacy. In this powerful episode, Noris shares his experience feeling subject to harassment based on his sexual orientation and documented new diagnosis of ADHD. Facing an environment fraught with bullying, a...
Oct 16, 2024•52 min•Ep. 50
We kick off the anti-discrimination mini-series with international best-selling author, consultant, and workplace anti-discrimination advocate Jacquie Abram. Jacquie shares her powerful and deeply personal journey experiencing many years of racial discrimination in the workplace, a journey that inspired her book series "Hush Money." We discuss the trauma she's endured and how she's turned her experiences into a resource for others facing similar challenges. Jacquie talks about the importance of ...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 49
Y'all, this episode is really special to me. My guest Joia and I have BEEN THROUGH IT and she has always been in my ear supporting my growth and development. I am so happy to introduce you to the amazing Joia Thornton. Friend, sister, daughter, auntie, advocate, actress, non-profit founder, and leader fiercely rooted in her faith. we dive deep into the complexities of navigating workplace dynamics as Black individuals, particularly focusing on the challenges we sometimes face working within comm...
Oct 02, 2024•59 min•Ep. 48
In this episode of the Impostrix Podcast, we meet up with Shat Hayes, a dancer and choreographer turned career strategist whose work centers other creatives craving fulfilling and enriching careers doing what they love. We kick things off by discussing the crucial importance of career fulfillment and how lacking it can affect our health. Shat shares about how loving your work not only boost your bag ($$) but also aligns will align with your personal values to keep your creative juices flowing an...
Sep 25, 2024•54 min•Ep. 47
Todays discussion features the remarkable Nisheena Clemons, a career coach and strategist, a Christian, wife, mother, and entrepreneur. Nisheena underscores the vital role of self-care and valuing the unique aspects of ourselves and what we bring to our career to set a positive and confident tone for our business ventures. During our conversation, Nisheena shares her journey and describes how her business, Phoenix Rise Wellness, is a pivotal force in helping women set and achieve audacious goals...
Sep 18, 2024•58 min•Ep. 46
Imagine transforming a small hobby into a full-time career and creating a platform that uplifts an entire community. That's precisely what creative entrepreneur, model and host Meah Denee Barrington did with the Reel Noire Network. In this episode, Meah recounts her journey from various roles in the film and digital media industry to becoming a full-time CEO of a network she founded. She opens up about the challenges she faced as a Black woman in the film industry and shares how she created the ...
Sep 13, 2024•59 min•Ep. 44
Dive into the world of drones as this episode follows a former corporate executive turned drone educator as she shares personal stories, advice, and inspiration for other women looking to make a major career shift and prioritize their mental health, family, and passions. In this episode of the Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee sits down with Roxane Romulus, a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience in risk management and an FAA-certified drone pilot. Roxane shares her journey ...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 45
