Best Courageous Parents Network Podcasts (2025)

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How can I create a positive mindset for networking success? 26:46

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Follow our Instagram @ForBlackMompreneurs for behind-the-scenes content and community moments Release Schedule: New episodes drop every Thursday - subscribe so you never miss the conversation LEGAL DISCLAIMER The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional busin…

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Truth Bomb Incoming This Show Needs a Shakeup 4:32

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My new website is live! It’s the most "me" thing on the internet. Check it out here: http://suzanneculberg.com Today I’m saying something that most creators don’t say out loud: I’m kinda bored with this podcast. Not with you (you’re amazing) but with how I’ve been doing it. The structure, the format, the “shoulds.” It’s starting to feel like obliga…

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Title Pirates: How Scammers Use Quitclaim Deeds to Steal Homes 37:30

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Dreama and Larry’s house is undergoing renovation after a tree fell on it. Since they cannot live there during the repairs, they set up security cameras to monitor the property. To their surprise, they notice a couple repeatedly visiting the house. Alarmed, Dreama and Larry register for a free alert system that will notify them of any changes to th…

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All Hype, No Help: What’s Wrong With Most Online Courses with Catrina Mitchum 38:27

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In this episode, I sit down with Catrina Mitchum to unpack why so many online courses are all hype and no help. We get fired up about everything from refund runarounds to overpriced video vaults, and why just spewing content at people doesn’t mean they’re going to learn anything (or come back for more). We cover: What actually makes a course good. …

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513. The Mid-Year RESET: How to Course-Correct Your 2025 Goals Before It's Too Late 43:12

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Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025? If you’re like me, you’ve probably had your head down, working hard, only to look up and wonder where the year went. It’s normal to drift away from your original goals or even forget them entirely by this point in the year. Life gets complex, priorities shift, and sometimes what mattered in Januar…

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Community Building 20:42

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Building Authentic and Intentional Community for Black Mompreneurs In this episode of Four Black Mompreneurs, host Emmi Lewis delves into the transformative power of building an intentional community for black women who are both mothers and entrepreneurs. Highlighting her personal journey, she emphasizes that entrepreneurship should not be a solo v…

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Stop Overthinking, Start Experimenting with Ruth Ridgeway 40:37

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Today I’m joined by the brilliant Ruth Ridgeway - a woman after my own heart who isn’t here to perform, polish or pretend. We dive deep into business experiments, behind-the-scenes truth bombs, and why sharing the messy middle matters just as much (if not more) than the shiny end result. We talk about: How our friendship started with a bullet-point…

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512. Stuck Building Your Personal Brand? Here's How to Break Through with Rory Vaden 43:55

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What happens when everything you’ve built suddenly disappears? In this episode, Jay Papasan sits down with Rory Vaden—someone who knows what it’s like to lose everything and rebuild from scratch. After Rory and his wife, AJ, were forced out of the business they’d spent 12 years building, they had to start over with nothing but a non-compete, their …

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Jonathan Levi on Memory Hacks: How to Learn Faster and Remember More (Shortcast) 10:15

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In this Shortcast edition, Jonathan Levi, author of The Only Skill That Matters, shares practical techniques to improve memory, focus, and reading speed by training your brain rather than relying on talent or willpower. Levi breaks down the myths about memory and introduces powerful tools like visual mnemonics, speed reading, and memory palaces tha…

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You Are A Superpower: Use Your Courage to Move Forward 23:19

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Follow our Instagram @ForBlackMompreneurs for behind-the-scenes content and community moments Release Schedule: New episodes drop every Thursday - subscribe so you never miss the conversation LEGAL DISCLAIMER The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional busin…

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How AI is Making “Pump and Dump” Investment Scams Easy for Criminals 43:06

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Karen is experienced in investing, but she hopes to boost her retirement savings by joining an investors group on WhatsApp. After a few months of receiving positive trading tips, she follows the advice to invest in several stocks in Asian markets. Her portfolio plummets, losing tens of thousands of dollars. Karen is the victim of a classic “pump an…

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Mamie Kanfer Stewart on Meeting Smarter: How to Stop Wasting Time at Work (Shortcast) 10:48

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In this Shortcast edition, Mamie Kanfer Stewart, co-author of Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging and Enjoyable Meetings, explains why meetings are one of the biggest productivity drains—and how to fix them. From clarifying desired outcomes to optimizing who’s in the room, Mamie shares practical, people-focused strategies to make meetings more e…

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Let It Be Awkward 13:42

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In this episode, I’m diving into something I know all too well: letting it be awkward. People are often surprised when I say I’m socially awkward, but if you’ve met me in person, you get it, and honestly? Awkward is underrated. From striking up a conversation with a fellow cheer mum (who’s now my competition-day buddy) to pitching my own thesis pro…

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Paid to Speak (Without Paying to Play) with Jenn Espinosa-Goswami 26:37

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Thinking about getting paid to speakm but not sure where to start? Or sick of being told to “just speak for exposure”? In this episode, I chat with Jenn Espinosa-Goswami about the power of paid public speaking and we’re not talking about pinkwashed pitch-fests or $20K upsell funnels. We break down: What actually counts as public speaking (spoiler: …

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511. How to 6X Your Goals Using The ONE Thing with Brandon Turner 39:18

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When The ONE Thing first came out, Brandon Turner didn’t just read it—he made it his only book for an entire year, reading it cover to cover more than 20 times. The result? He didn’t just hit his audacious goal of acquiring $50 million in real estate in three years—he soared past it, buying $300 million worth. In this episode, Brandon pulls back th…

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Mike Vardy on The Productivity Diet: Feeding What Fuels You 42:11

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I’m excited to welcome back Mike Vardy to the show. Mike is a productivity strategist, longtime friend of the podcast, and the author of The Productivity Diet: A Practical Guide to Nurturing Your Productive Potential. In this conversation, we dive into how the language, systems, and inputs you choose each day can either nourish or deplete your abil…

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Catch The Lesson In Rejection 16:24

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In this episode, host Femi Lewis tackles one of the most feared yet inevitable parts of entrepreneurship - rejection. Learn why rejection is not your enemy but your greatest teacher and discover how to transform painful "no's" into powerful redirections that fuel your business growth. What You'll Learn How to reframe rejection as redirection and va…

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Archive Episode: Knock Knock, Where’s My Puppy? 48:40

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In this 2021 episode, Rochelle scores a great deal on a house in northern Virginia, only to have her dream home transformed a few months later into Pet Scam Central. Day after day, strangers show up on her doorstep, claiming they’ve arrived to pick up a puppy they paid for. Some have driven over six or twelve hours with their family. Unfortunately,…

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Donald Miller on Productivity: How to Focus, Finish, and Find Meaning (Shortcast) 10:03

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In this Shortcast edition, Donald Miller, author of Building a StoryBrand, shares how applying storytelling principles can bring clarity, purpose, and momentum to your personal and professional life. Drawing from narrative theory, Donald explains how to see your life as a story—complete with a clear goal, supporting characters, and an inciting inci…

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Networking without Schmooze with Laura and Suze 22:28

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Tired of networking events that feel like one big awkward sales pitch? In this episode, I'm joined by Laura Gates Lupton for a real (and hilarious) behind-the-scenes look at how we created Networking Without the Schmooze an online event made especially for introverts, highly sensitive humans, and people who’d rather fake a power outage than give an…

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510. 7 Recession-Proof Strategies for Building Wealth in a Down Market 47:00

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We spend a lot of time worrying about uncertainty—tariffs, market volatility, the looming threat of a recession. But what if these aren’t just obstacles, but some of the greatest opportunities for your business or career? History shows that recessions often create more millionaires than any other time and open the door for companies to leap ahead. …

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Cynthia Kane on The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations 36:37

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In this episode, Cynthia Kane, author of The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations, joins the show to discuss how to improve communication by mastering the art of pausing. Cynthia, a communication expert, explains why taking a moment to pause before reacting in difficult situations can lead to more effective and mindful communi…

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Inside the Say No Session 4:01

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You’re overbooked, overwhelmed, and over it – but still saying yes when you want to scream no? In this episode, I’m calling out the people-pleasing patterns that keep you stuck and exhausted, and introducing the Say No Session – a one-off, high-impact coaching call to help you set a boundary that sticks (without the guilt). Ready to stop abandoning…

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Archive Episode: Courage of Steele, Part 2: How One Man Fought Back Against His Abusive Caregiver 28:28

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In part 2, as 72-year-old Steve Steele is released from jail, not only can he hardly stand or walk, but he is worried about how he will recover the property stolen by Elizabeth, the caregiver who worked for him. That’s where Steve’s attorney, Brent Smith, comes in, waging what becomes a nearly two-year battle.…

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Weekly Real Talk for When You’re Over Your Own BS 10:12

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Today I’m SO excited to share something I’ve been building quietly behind the scenes…my brand new 'I Know Things Membership' is officially LIVE! But don’t worry, this episode isn’t just a “here’s my shiny new offer” monologue. It’s the real story, how this started as a one-off audio reading, grew into a bundle, and has now become a full-blown membe…

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How Can I Overcome Imposter Syndrome As A Black Mompreneur? 12:16

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Episode Summary Have you wanted to accomplish great things in your business but felt you were holding yourself back. More than likely, there was an inner voice silencing your greatness. Also known as imposter syndrome, this powerful yet negative voice prevents Black mompreneurs from stepping into their fullest potential. Femi shares her personal jo…

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Cal Newport on Digital Minimalism: How to Reclaim Focus and Control (Shortcast) 9:10

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In this Shortcast edition, Cal Newport, author of Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, shares how we can reclaim our time and attention by taking control of our relationship with digital technology. Rather than rejecting tech entirely, Cal proposes a minimalist approach—using technology with intention and only when it suppo…

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Mindfulness for Overthinkers and Doomscrollers with Anna Khandrueva 37:02

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You’ve probably heard you “should” be more mindful or start meditating…but what does that even mean? In this gentle-yet-grounded episode, Suzanne chats with licensed psychotherapist Anna Khandrueva about what mindfulness actually is, how trauma affects our ability to be present, and why most people overthink meditation (and then quit it). You’ll le…

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509. The ADHD Advantage: How Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs Outperform with Tyler Elstrom 45:00

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If you’ve ever struggled to get started, finish what you begin, or felt like your brain just doesn’t operate like everyone else’s—you’re not alone. Jay sits down with ADHD coach and entrepreneur Tyler Elstrom to unpack what’s really going on in the ADHD brain, from dopamine regulation to executive function to emotional overwhelm. Tyler introduces t…

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Jess Cording on Strategies for Managing Stress: Mind, Body, and Spirit (Shortcast) 10:47

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In this special Shortcast, Jess Cording, author of The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress and Anxiety, shares practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety by making small, sustainable changes across mind, body, and spirit. Jess offers gentle, doable practices that go beyond willpower—emphasizing progress over p…

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Archive Episode: Courage of Steele, Part 1: Housekeeper Turned Caregiver Steals Homes 23:30

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In this 2021 episode, after 72-year-old Steve Steele’s life partner passes away, his housekeeper, Elizabeth, offers to work as his caregiver. Over time, Elizabeth takes over Steve’s finances, even persuading him to deed her his homes. It all comes to a head one Christmas Eve, when Elizabeth accuses Steve, who can hardly stand or walk, of assault, a…

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Getting Shit Done Even When You Can’t Be Bothered (Best Of) 9:57

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Let’s talk about getting shit done. Or rather…why we often don’t. In this solo episode, Suze gets real about the difference between making a commitment “no matter what” vs. “as long as.” If your dreams are stuck behind a mental post-it that says “maybe tomorrow,” this is your reminder that action doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to happen.…

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Done Is Better Than Perfect: 5 Tips to Overcoming Analysis Paralysis 11:52

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Episode: Overcoming Analysis Paralysis Host: Femi Lewis Podcast: Four Black Mompreneurs Episode Focus: Breaking free from analysis paralysis to move forward with clarity and confidence Episode Description What's one of the biggest obstacles that keep up from winning by just getting started: analysis paralysis. If you've ever found yourself stuck re…

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Self-Sabotage in Disguise: The “Helpful” Trap with Albert Bramante 41:54

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If you’ve ever said yes when you meant hell no, or overcommitted to the point of breakdown, this episode is for you. Suzanne and Albert dig deep into the real reason so many of us burn out: not just a lack of boundaries with others, but with ourselves. Together, they unpack: The sneaky ways self-sabotage shows up (like helping someone who didn’t as…

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508. 5 Strategies to Beat Quality Inflation and Stay Ahead 35:17

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Are you succeeding so slowly you think you're failing—or failing so slowly you think you're succeeding?” In this solo episode, Jay Papasan introduces the concept of quality inflation: the idea that the standards for average—and especially extraordinary—performance keep rising every year. Drawing inspiration from the Red Queen Hypothesis and his exp…

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Shira Gill on How Minimalism and Intentionality Can Transform Your Life 39:42

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In this episode, Shira Gill, author of Lifestyle: Your Guide to a More Organized and Intentional Life, joins the show to discuss her approach to minimalism and intentional living. Shira, a professional organizer, shares how she applies the principles of minimalism not just to physical possessions but to all aspects of life—helping to create space f…

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Reverse Mortgage Scam Leaves Chicago Families Fighting to Save Homes 51:45

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Longtime homeowners on Chicago’s West Side trust Mark Diamond to help them access funds and carry out necessary home repairs. However, they are often unaware that they are entering into reverse mortgage agreements. The repairs are never completed, and Diamond disappears with the money, leaving families desperately struggling to save their homes fro…

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Welcome to For Black Mompreneurs 12:51

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Episode: 001 Release Date: May 29, 2025 Duration: 11 minutes 30 seconds Host: Femi Lewis EPISODE DESCRIPTION Welcome to the movement! This isn't just another business podcast that pretends balance is easy or sees motherhood as a limitation. This is a sanctuary for Black women entrepreneurs who are rewriting the rules of what it means to be successf…