Overly Ambitious Podcast

A podcast for the thinkers, doers, and dreamers who want it all. Here’s to all the 20 & 30-somethings who advocate for self-awareness, self-care, self-healing, and self-love. Join Kiana (IG: @sanctiratchet) through episodes filled with constant reflection, conspicuous humor, and an authentic perspective. It’s self-help in the most casual and conversational way possible!

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Episodes

Lessons Learned: Episode 43

After a nearly two month hiatus, catch up with me and the lessons I’ve learned along my journey to healing.

Aug 13, 2019•18 min

You Lucky Bitch: Episode 42

How lucky are the ones we surround ourselves with, for they get to love and be loved by us! This episode, we chat about love and loving hard.

Jun 21, 2019•8 min

What’s Really Good: Episode 41

We backkkkkk. After a much needed break, we discuss authenticity, developing passions, and claiming your space in the world.

Jun 13, 2019•15 min

What About Your Friends?: Episode 40

Gone for a minute, now I’m back with the justification for my self-induced world tour, the importance of maintaining relationships, and reinforcing foundations.

May 09, 2019•18 min

Those Damn Parents: Episode 39

Parent-child dynamics are ultimately the foundation for everything we go through. Parents teach children their morals, values, influence their idiosyncrasies, and introduce love, worth, and basic standards. But what do you do when you’ve evolved from the standards set by your parents, have come into your own as an adult, but are now living with your parents again?! Yeah chile, I don’t know either. Let’s talk about it.

Mar 21, 2019•22 min

Don’t Take It Personal: Episode 38

If you take nothing else away from this episode, remember “it’s not about you!” We have a tendency to accept blame, be affected, or take offense to the things others say and do. Take nothing personally. Nothing that anyone does is because of you, but because of them. Let’s talk about it!

Mar 14, 2019•20 min

Maintain the Course: Episode 37

I questioned whether I wanted to release an episode this week. Honest moment, I didn’t feel as though my messages were relevant, helpful, or coherent anymore. Thank you to my support system for encouraging me to maintain the course. Here’s an episode with questionable mic quality (sorry!), but with an apparent message that blessed even me while recording.

Mar 07, 2019•19 min

Compare Deez: Episode 36

Overly Ambitious Podcast is officially ONE! As I think about the ambitious goals I’ve smashed and the goals I’m constantly planning, it’s easy to get caught up in the comparison of my wins to the wins of others. I have to always remind myself that comparison really is the thief of joy! I’m learning to have gratitude in all areas of my life, and for all of God’s blessings both big and small.

Feb 28, 2019•19 min

Crush on You: Episode 35

In a culture of double tapping to “tap that ass,” is crushes still a thing? Is the innocence behind having a crush long gone? Let’s talk about it!

Feb 21, 2019•12 min

Good Grief: Episode 34

In this episode, we chat about grief, loss, new beginnings, and the irony of it all.

Feb 14, 2019•20 min

The Thing About Therapy: Episode 33

The strongest people are the ones who can admit that they need help. In this episode, I dig into my own past with therapy, past narratives, and current conceptions about mental health.

Feb 07, 2019•19 min

Fake Noodle: Episode 32

Feeling like you’re not good enough is one thing, but living with the fear that someone will expose you is a whole ‘nother beast. This week I chat about imposter syndrome. What is it? How have I been impacted by it? And what did I do to “knock that shit out.”

Jan 31, 2019•20 min

Expanding Consciousness: Episode 31

This week, we’re discussing ways to expand your consciousness, with one of my favs, Crystal Brooks (IG: @crystalaegeanb). What is your conscience? How can you be conscious? What is consciousness? What are attributes of someone who is conscientious?! Whew chile, just tune in.

Jan 24, 2019•24 min

Love Yo’self: Episode 30

In a world full of phrases such as “treat yo’self” and “YOLO,” we may find ourselves conditioned to accept the instant gratification of cheap thrills instead of establishing the discipline required to wait for something better. I view discipline as one of the many manifestations of self-love. Sometimes we have to love ourselves enough to tell ourselves no.

Jan 17, 2019•17 min

Use Your Voice: Episode 29

The only thing I blamed myself for after my rape was not using my voice to influence change, not forcing hard conversations, and not speaking out on behalf of victims and survivors. A decade later, I felt compelled to share my story.

Jan 10, 2019•19 min

All the New New Shit: Episode 28

“2019, is that you playa?!” We made it into a new year! As a new year approaches, so does new opportunities. In this episode, I discuss my “resolutions” for the year, and how I’m making attempts to align my actions with the person I want to be.

Jan 03, 2019•12 min

New Year Schmood: Episode 27

Final episode of the year, and I just want to know .... what type of energy are you on?! I give a quick recap of 2018 takeaways and speak on my mood for 2019.

Dec 28, 2018•12 min

Intent vs Result: Episode 26

What’s more important? Your intentions or the results that occur? Let’s talk about it.

Dec 21, 2018•19 min

Do for You, First: Episode 25

We’re talking compassion, praise, and patience on our 25th episode! Tune in, and feel free to contact me on IG (@sanctiratchet) to let me know what you think!

Dec 15, 2018•15 min

Consistency is Key: Episode 24

In this episode, we question: What is consistency? ... recognizing inconsistency in others, and when it’s time to call yourself out on your own inconsistent behaviors.

Dec 06, 2018•15 min

Ambitious AF w/ Lakaiia Adams: Episode 23

In the third installment of the Ambitious AF series, we’re joined by Lakaiia Adams (@indigo_flowerchild & @thoughts_she_wrote) to discuss the stereotypes, concerns, and fears associated with being a “daddyless daughter.” Lakaiia shares how she’s trained herself to alter her perspective and see her past as a superpower instead of a disadvantage.

Nov 29, 2018•1 hr 2 min

Ambitious AF w/ Mxrc Clxrk: Episode 22

In the second installment of the Ambitious AF series, we're joined by Miami raised artist, Mxrc Clxrk (@mxrclxrk). We discuss identity issues, drug use, the impact of an absentee father, depression, and establishing positive coping mechanisms. Mxrc's self-titled EP, released on 11/11, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music, and Soundcloud.

Nov 22, 2018•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 22

Ambitious AF w/ Nique Vinson: Episode 21

This week we kick off our Ambitious AF Series with guest Antonique Vinson of Uniquely Fit Training (@datsnoopynique). We discuss everything from stereotypes, the connections between health and both physical and mental wellness, and what started her on her fitness journey.

Nov 20, 2018•45 min

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