Uncommon Women is an empowerment podcast dedicated to uplifting, inspiring, and edifying both women and men through real and transparent conversations. Our mission is to remind women of the strength and power they carry while creating space for men to learn, grow, and be part of the dialogue.
Each episode explores important life topics such as personal growth, self-dignity, relationships, finances, healing, and life transitions. Through authentic stories, meaningful discussions, and expert insights, we encourage listeners to embrace who they are and continue evolving into their best selves.
Most importantly, we believe empowerment should also be enjoyable, so we keep the conversations real, impactful, and full of positive energy.
Episodes
May 15, 2019
May 15, 2019
26 min
How do you feel when you have to give a public speech? Do your ears turn red, throat go dry, anxiety and fear overwhelm your body? Are you a procrastinator, cramming for a big test or completing an assignment the night before it’s due? Does the morning commute filled with traffic make you nervous you’ll be late to work and potentially lose your job? In this episode we elaborate on anxiety. Tune in to hear how we give advice on what causes anxiety and remedies to calm it down!
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Intro Poem: Mobethatlady
Closing Song: Lisa
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Apr 30, 2019
Apr 30, 2019
43 min
James Washington and Carol Perry, a couple of 13 years, with 5kids share their powerful testimony of how being addicted to narcotics broke up the family. Now being fully cleaned and recovered Uncommon Women are honored to have James & Carol as guest speakers to share the breakthrough from addiction.
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Intro Poem: Peach
Closing Song: Lisa
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Resources
National Helpline:
Drug & Addiction including gambling. 888-633-3239
Substance Abuse and Mental Service administration. 800-662-HELP(4357)
Porn Hotline-800-273-8255
Apr 10, 2019
Apr 10, 2019
39 min
How much screen time consumes your life daily? Do you feel the constant urge to check your social media page? How often do you buy a Powerball ticket or hit the black jack table? Do you turn to food, sex, or shopping sprees to manage stress or to fill a void of loneliness? Is it possible that you may have an addiction and don’t even realize it? Addiction does not only include substance abuse, but can involve other excessive activities. Tune into Episode 25 Part 1 to hear how addictions start and the basics of having an addiction.
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Intro Poem: Yannick Paul
Closing Song: Lisa
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Resources
National Helpline:
Drug & Addiction including gambling. 888-633-3239
Substance Abuse and Mental Service administration. 800-662-HELP(4357)
Porn Hotline-800-273-8255
Websites:
Rehabs.com; Everyday health addictions and recovery.com; psychology today; drugabuse.gov
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Mar 28, 2019
Mar 28, 2019
36 min
To bring women’s history month to a close, we interviewed an amazing women, Kendra Saunders-Bey formally known as Kendra Wilson as she speaks on how her experience of getting pregnant at a young age pushed her into her purpose. She’s currently giving back to the community with a organization called Giving Girls Guidance. Kendra mentors teens on becoming over-comers of everyday challenges and tough circumstances. She encourages teens to build their identity and find their own unique voice. To learn more about what Kendra is doing in Chester County, tune into her journey on this special episode
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Guest speakers: Kendra Saunders-Bey
Facebook:Giving Girls Guidance
IG: givinggirlsguidance.g3
Intro Poem: Alicia Wilson
Closing Song: Lisa
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Mar 13, 2019
Mar 13, 2019
58 min
To honor women’s history month we have the pleasure to start off season two, episode 23 with guest speakers Ramona Turner -Turpin, a graduate from Kutztown University & Carissa Johnson, with a Bachelors degree from Widener University as well as her Master’s from Alvernia University. These amazing women are affiliated with an organization for African-American teens called Sisterhood. In this episode, we have interviewed them about how they are currently making history by impacting the lives of African American teens in the community. With serving the community for over nineteen years they will share testimonies of why they have the passion to help others and how the organization continues to stay in service for so long.
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Guest speakers : Ramona Turner-Turpin & Carissa Johnson
Facebook: The Sisterhood of Reading
Intro Poem: Poetic Peach
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Nov 26, 2018
Nov 26, 2018
59 min
Ladies not only do we have our first male guest speaker but this is also our season finale. Pastor Joel Lopez, 31, was raised in Reading, Pa and currently is an ordained pastor both domestic and international. In this episode he shares his story of how faith lead him to his wife. His experience as a young husband has positioned him into being an experienced marital counselor at Father’s House Training Center where he helps others navigate their marriage. Tune in to hear his adventure of kindling and preserving a commitment of covenant. . Joel also manages a clothing line as well. Link in bio.
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Guest speaker : Pastor Joel Lopez
http://Gadtribe.com ( Joel’s clothing line )
Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Nov 8, 2018
Nov 8, 2018
1hr 15 min
Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Resources:
Cmr.bida.edu; Thescribeonline.com; The Values of Marriage; Apa.org; Counseling.com; Infidelity stats.
Oct 24, 2018
Oct 24, 2018
56 min
It’s not always about how your life starts, but about the perspective you have on what you’ve been given. You are going to want to hear this triumphant story from our guest host Jazsmine Koonhow who had a crazy childhood growing up in foster care, making poor decisions as a teenager, finding self-love, and how a simple whim at online dating led her to a life she thought wasn’t even possible. Tune in to this powerful testimony of how Jazsmine did not allow her experiences growing up to influence where she is at today.
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Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Oct 10, 2018
Oct 10, 2018
1hr 5 min
Have you ever had to bounce back from a tough situation? How did you do it? What changed? Where did the courage come from? This episode we have a guest speaker Alethea share with us on her experience of being in an intimate relationship where her partner wasn’t faithful. Tune in to see how Alethea was able to bounce back from a heartbreak to a break through!
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Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Sep 26, 2018
Sep 26, 2018
1hr 5 min
In this episode we speak on goals. We express why goals are important, how to start setting goals and how to get out of the funk of procrastinating.
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Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Resources:
keepinspiring.me
www.lifehack.org
Sep 12, 2018
Sep 12, 2018
43 min
In this episode we focus on how you can feel lonely with family and friends, How ladies can compromise beliefs and values when being single and feeling alone, and how pride can over take your true feelings towards others.
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Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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*Comment with this weeks challenge*
Resources
Quotes:Shelly Borys, Montell Jordan, and 2Corinthians 4:18
Research:University Of Waterloo, Psychology Today & Joyce Meyer
Aug 23, 2018
Aug 23, 2018
32 min
In this episode we speak on financial freedom. We give some helpful tools and strategies on ways to budget your money. Ladies its time to take control of your income and invest in your life. We share ways to become free from financial holds & break down the different stages in life to become financial free.
If anyone needs to sit with a financial advisor please email us below and we will set up an appointment with Kate to further assist you. Kate has over seven years in helping people with finances.
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Resources:
Federal Reserves & USA Today statistics
Maximizeyourmoney.com
JD Roth - Stages to Financial Freedom
discuss!https://www.daveramsey.com/blog/what-is-financial-freedom
Quote by: Dave Ramsey & Chris Hogan
Hosted by :Chaniera, Kate, and Jenni Lee
Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Aug 8, 2018
Aug 8, 2018
47 min
In this episode we speak on what poverty mentality is, signs of a poverty mindset, and the different viewpoints of classes such as lower, middle and upper class. We also give tips and viewpoints on how to break a poverty mindset. Our goal is to help those with this type of mindset and listeners please keep in mind change does not happen over night.
Quote by: Zig Ziglar
Research: Boundless Sociology
Dr. Ruby Payne book: "Framework for Understanding Poverty Mentality"
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Hosted by :Chaniera, Kate, and Jenni Lee
Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Jul 26, 2018
Jul 26, 2018
57 min
In this Episode we have Shanina Dionna share her story about how she realized she was depressed and what she did to get treatment. Through time Shanina has expressed her emotions and found healing with painting. She's currently a youth art's teacher in Philadelphia Pa. For seven years she’s been hosting art exhibition series thats available March of every year.
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Guest Speaker: Shanina Dionna
Hosted by :Chaniera, Kate, and Jenni Lee
Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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Jul 12, 2018
Jul 12, 2018
23 min
In this episode we speak on Postpartum Depression. We express how to know the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression. We also express the dangers of not seeking treatment if you are expressing symptoms of postpartum depression. Towards the end of the podcast, we share helpful tips on how to prevent the onset of Postpartum Depression and how to recognize it in your love ones.
Credits:
University of Pittsburg Research
WebMD
Dr.Paul Bolin, Medical breakdowns on PPD.
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Guest Speaker: Roxy G.
Hosted by :Chaniera, Kate, and Jenni Lee
Produced/Edited by: Lamar B.
Intro song: Lisa
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