INvisible Women Podcast
Hosted by sisters Melody and Monica, explores the authentic stories and experiences of Black women navigating the realms of leadership, corporate America, entrepreneurship, and creative industries. As Corporate America queens, authors, founders, and visionaries, Melody and Monica share their journeys, highlight the barriers they face, and celebrate the resilience and cultural contributions of Black women. Each episode aims to inspire, educate, and empower listeners to THRIVE! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full podcast videos: https://www.youtube.com/@hnttproductions
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In this powerful episode of INvisible Women, hosts Monica and Melody sit down with LaQuenta Jacobs—executive leader, inclusion strategist, and heart health survivor—for a deeply personal and urgent conversation on the intersections of Black womanhood, wellness, and the fight for visibility in healthcare.
LaQuenta shares her extraordinary journey from heart failure to healing, walking us through the life-altering diagnosis that chang...
In this powerful episode of Invisible Women, hosts Monica and Melody sit down with Erica Shoemate—The Policy Goddess—for a deep dive into AI, national security, and the realities of being a Black woman in leadership. From her beginnings in inner-city Memphis to shaping policies in tech and cybersecurity, Erica shares the resilience, strategy, and purpose that fuel her work.
This conversation unpacks the challenges of navigating ...
Welcome to a brand-new season of the Invisible Women Podcast!
Hosts Melody and Monica are back, reintroducing the mission, purpose, and power behind this platform. As Black women navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, and corporate spaces, they reflect on their personal and professional journeys—why they started this podcast, how it has evolved, and why the mission of celebrating and empowering Black women is more relevant than e...
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In this episode, host, Melody and Monica discuss the excitement and hope surrounding Kamala Harris's nomination as the Democratic vice presidential candidate. They highlight the importance of representation and the need for black women to be seen in leadership roles. They also address the challenges and criticisms that Kamala Harris faces, including racism and sexism. The conversation emphasizes the significance of using one...
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In this episode of the Invisible Women podcast, host Monica and Melody interview Corryn G. Freeman, the executive director of Future Coalition. They discuss the work of Future Coalition in supporting and empowering young change makers and change agents. They provide financial support through grants and offer fiscal sponsorship to organizations. They also discuss the importance of youth leadership in social change and the nee...
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In this episode, the hosts are joined by Iam_Z.Singleton on YouTube and IG to discuss various topics related to black women. They talk about Z's podcast and her journey as a podcaster. They also discuss the importance of awareness and acceptance among black women. The conversation then shifts to the topic of equal pay in women's sports, specifically focusing on Angel Reese's salary in the WNBA. They explore the challenges fa...
Monica and Melody discuss their experience at the Your First Million Live 2024 event in LA. They talk about the importance of networking and surrounding yourself with mentors to level up in business. They also discuss the value of working with people who don't necessarily look like you and the benefits of branching out. The conversation takes a turn when Monica shares her allergic reaction during the event and her trip to the emerg...
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Shay Battle, the creator of Black Women's History Month, shares the story behind the initiative and her aspirations for its future. She started by creating a dating website called Chocolate Cougar and later founded Black Women in Jazz and the Arts Month. While researching black women to feature for an award show, she realized the need to celebrate and recognize the contributions of black women in history. She decided to crea...
As we eagerly dive into Season 2, we're thrilled to reconnect with our faithful listeners and welcome newcomers to the IW (Invisible Women) podcast family. Our mission remains unwavering since our first introduction back in December 2021. The core of our journey together is to cultivate a safe haven, a sanctuary where every listener feels empowered to reclaim their time, their power, and most importantly, their confidence. ...
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In this episode of the Invisible Women podcast, Monica and Melody interview April Showers, the CEO and founder of Afro Unicorn. April shares her journey of being a successful entrepreneur and the motivation behind starting Afro Unicorn. She talks about the importance of representation and normalizing black beauty through her brand. April also discusses the impact of Afro Unicorn on women and girls, as well as its role in pro...
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In this episode, Monica and Melody discuss the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. They express disappointment and frustration at the idea of companies doing away with DEI initiatives. They highlight the impact of DEI on marginalized groups and emphasize that it goes beyond just race. The hosts share personal experiences with DEI, including involvement in black student unions and ERG groups...
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In this episode, Monica and Melody discuss Women's Equal Pay Day and the disheartening pay gap that still exists. They explore the causes of the wage gap, including systematic racism and lack of visibility for black women in leadership roles. The importance of advocating for oneself in the workplace and negotiating for fair pay is emphasized. The hosts also highlight the impact of workplace mistreatment on mental health and ...
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In this episode of the Invisible Women podcast, Monica and Melody welcome listeners back and express appreciation for all women. They discuss the success of the Black Women Thrive Summit and announce plans for the next event. The hosts also mention their recent TV interview on the pay gap for women and invite submissions for guest appearances on the podcast. They emphasize the importance of rest and self-care for black women...
Today our very own host, Monica Simmons is interviewed by our local radio host, Tinka on the Bay Area Focus Show. Please check out this interview and purchase your tickets to the Black Women Thrive Summit happening on June 8th, 2023. Monica discusses the WHO, WHERE & WHY. We have some amazing panelist that you don't want to miss and a day of THRIVE for Black Women.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: WWW.BLKWOMENTHRIVE.COM
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Today we are catching you all up on what we have been creating, the Black Women Thrive Summit 2023 is here! We are also discussing our Book Tour that kicked off in January 2023 and our next stop for you to come out and meet and greet with us.
You can purchase our book at
www.invisibleblkwomen.com
Learn more and purchase tickets to Black Women Thrive Summit 2023, June 8th, at
www.blkwomenthrive.com
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Today we are talking with Mrs. Jackson about her company, Nursing In Color, LLC, and why she decided to create a networking event for up-and-coming as well as established nurses to learn how to live an abundant life outside of the nursing profession.
Nurse Tay will be hosting, The Nurse Pivot Networking Event event on Saturday, February 25th, 2023 at The Noire Wealth Xperience from 2pm-5pm.
$40 Ticket Includes:Access to selfie muse...
Today we are sharing an intimate chat with a customer during our book signing tour first stop at Barnes & Noble in El Cerrito, CA. The young man shared with us the only Black Female employee at his company left her job due to racial discrimination. He considers himself an ally and purchased our book to learn more about the Black Woman's experience in the workplace and how he can continue trailblazing as an ally in these spa...
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