RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347 -- Rendered At Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:42:16 +0000 Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience https://redcircle.com/shows/black-girl-brilliance-stories-of-success-and-resilience en-US All rights reserved. Nicole Beverly Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success & Resilience is a podcast that feels like a series of intimate girl chats, designed to empower and inspire Black girls and women. Hosted by Nicole Beverly, Founder of iFlourish this podcast bridges the gap in resources that reflect our unique experiences by sharing the personal and professional journeys of remarkable Black women. These conversations are a safe space to listen, learn, and relate to stories of resilience, triumph, and brilliance. Whether you're navigating a career not typically led by Black women or simply seeking inspiration, this podcast is for you. Join us as we celebrate our voices, uplift our stories, and empower each other to thrive. *Why Listen?* Learn from real-life examples of resilience, gain insights on leveraging your unique strengths. Tune in to *Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience* and join a community dedicated to empowering Black girls and women to shine brightly and break every barrier. Listen now and start your journey to brilliance and resilience! 345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347 Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success & Resilience is a podcast that feels like a series of intimate girl chats, designed to empower and inspire Black girls and women. Hosted by Nicole Beverly, Founder of iFlourish this podcast bridges the gap in resources that reflect our unique experiences by sharing the personal and professional journeys of remarkable Black women. These conversations are a safe space to listen, learn, and relate to stories of resilience, triumph, and brilliance.

Whether you're navigating a career not typically led by Black women or simply seeking inspiration, this podcast is for you. Join us as we celebrate our voices, uplift our stories, and empower each other to thrive.

Why Listen? Learn from real-life examples of resilience, gain insights on leveraging your unique strengths.

Tune in to Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience and join a community dedicated to empowering Black girls and women to shine brightly and break every barrier. Listen now and start your journey to brilliance and resilience!

]]> episodic no Nicole Beverly nicolesbeverly@gmail.com no full Advocate for Her: Dr. Jonisha Brown Advocate for Her: Dr. Jonisha Brown Nicole Beverly In this powerful episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Dr. Jonisha Brown shares her journey from physician to advocate after experiencing a life threatening heart attack just 10 days postpartum that was initially dismissed. Through her story, she sheds light on the realities Black women face in healthcare and how her experience led her to create meaningful change through her advocacy. This conversation highlights the importance of being seen, heard, and supported, while reminding us that our stories can become a powerful force for impact.

]]> <p>In this powerful episode of <em>Black Girl Brilliance</em>, Dr. Jonisha Brown shares her journey from physician to advocate after experiencing a life threatening heart attack just 10 days postpartum that was initially dismissed. Through her story, she sheds light on the realities Black women face in healthcare and how her experience led her to create meaningful change through her advocacy. This conversation highlights the importance of being seen, heard, and supported, while reminding us that our stories can become a powerful force for impact.</p> ae9e7298-7a7c-40e9-bb22-a24876ef4991 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/29e677fc-0954-420c-bc96-436a9282a978 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:15:52 +0000 1562 no full I'm That Girl: Deziree Patterson I'm That Girl: Deziree Patterson Nicole Beverly In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Deziree Patterson shares her journey from growing up in a rural North Carolina town as one of the few Black girls in advanced classes to becoming a leader in workforce development and community partnerships. She reflects on resilience, proving doubters wrong after being told she wouldn’t get into UNC Chapel Hill, and the power of mentorship, community, and believing in your path. Through her work helping adults transition into tech careers and her leadership with iFlourish, Deziree reminds us that relationships, authenticity, and purpose can open doors you never imagined. Her story is a powerful reminder that even when the path looks uncertain, you can still rise and be that girl.

]]> <p>In this episode of <em>Black Girl Brilliance</em>, Deziree Patterson shares her journey from growing up in a rural North Carolina town as one of the few Black girls in advanced classes to becoming a leader in workforce development and community partnerships. She reflects on resilience, proving doubters wrong after being told she wouldn’t get into UNC Chapel Hill, and the power of mentorship, community, and believing in your path. Through her work helping adults transition into tech careers and her leadership with iFlourish, Deziree reminds us that relationships, authenticity, and purpose can open doors you never imagined. Her story is a powerful reminder that even when the path looks uncertain, you can still rise and be <em>that girl</em>.</p> 7313f423-0693-4cf1-bc2b-102ee8b74e4c https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/31386883-8fb4-4c14-9d61-4e905960fc48 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:35 +0000 2167 no full No Permission Needed: Sheridan Labbe No Permission Needed: Sheridan Labbe Nicole Beverly This episode explores resilience, confidence beyond approval, and why Black women must stop downplaying their talents. Sheridan Labbe, Creative Strategy Manager at Credit Karma and Founder of Untamed, shares her journey of learning to be present, vulnerable, and unapologetically creative. She reminds us that the very passions we minimize are often our greatest gifts. If you think what you love to do or your skills aren't that special, this conversation is your sign that it absolutely is. 



]]> <p><span>This episode explores resilience, confidence beyond approval, and why Black women must stop downplaying their talents. </span><span>Sheridan</span><span> Labbe, Creative Strategy Manager at Credit Karma and Founder of Untamed, shares her journey of learning to be present, vulnerable, and unapologetically creative. She reminds us that the very passions we minimize are often our greatest gifts. If you think what you love to do or your skills aren&#39;t that special, this conversation is your sign that it absolutely is. </span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 8c4e6fc1-cf19-493c-ab2a-43f4f9cfc853 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/59bb616c-3771-407e-a1c1-e4400f4842ef Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:26 +0000 3145 no full Serving in Purpose: MaShonna Hughes Serving in Purpose: MaShonna Hughes Nicole Beverly In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, MaShonna shares how Project Outpour is restoring dignity to unhoused neighbors through care, choice, and compassion in Charlotte NC. She explains how offering mobile showers and a shopping-style experience for toiletries centers autonomy and respect while challenging stereotypes about who experiences homelessness. MaShonna reflects on her own season of uncertainty after a leap of faith, when community support carried her through and shaped her leadership. Her story is a powerful reminder that resilience, love, and purpose can grow from even the hardest moments.

]]> <p>In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, MaShonna shares how Project Outpour is restoring dignity to unhoused neighbors through care, choice, and compassion in Charlotte NC. She explains how offering mobile showers and a shopping-style experience for toiletries centers autonomy and respect while challenging stereotypes about who experiences homelessness. MaShonna reflects on her own season of uncertainty after a leap of faith, when community support carried her through and shaped her leadership. Her story is a powerful reminder that resilience, love, and purpose can grow from even the hardest moments.</p> 85d720d4-ddfd-48c1-9821-cf60b8c19758 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/90b67040-4fc9-4cf7-93da-2fed23ddfbb8 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:00:43 +0000 2511 no full Owning your Seat in Sports and Partnerships: Evanna Howell Owning your Seat in Sports and Partnerships: Evanna Howell Nicole Beverly In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, we sit down with Evanna Howell, Senior Partnerships Account Manager for 23XI Racing. Evanna shares how she carved her path in the highly competitive world of sports, using networking, continued education, and intentional mentorship to rise and thrive. She breaks down the power of strategic partnerships, the financial landscape behind major sports organizations, and why women must own their seat at every table. This conversation is a masterclass in confidence, preparation, and purpose.

]]> <p>In this episode of <em>Black Girl Brilliance</em>, we sit down with Evanna Howell, Senior Partnerships Account Manager for 23XI Racing. Evanna shares how she carved her path in the highly competitive world of sports, using networking, continued education, and intentional mentorship to rise and thrive. She breaks down the power of strategic partnerships, the financial landscape behind major sports organizations, and why women must own their seat at every table. This conversation is a masterclass in confidence, preparation, and purpose.</p> 2341ad3c-b2d4-46d4-90d7-eb42fce04049 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/7c6dc804-99c5-41ad-8004-aa1b8b565441 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:57:17 +0000 1902 no full Brilliance in Bloom: April Booker on Food Justice, Community Gardens, and Purpose Brilliance in Bloom: April Booker on Food Justice, Community Gardens, and Purpose 6 1 Nicole Beverly In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, host Nicole Beverly sits down with April Booker, founder and executive director of Zealous Empowering Nurture (ZEN), to explore how a pandemic pivot transformed into a thriving nonprofit addressing food insecurity in Charlotte.

April shares her journey from following her husband's basketball years in college, to discovering her own purpose through community gardening during COVID-19. What started as a way to feed her five kids during unprecedented times grew into an organization that has raised over $35,000 at their recent annual fundraiser and operates 1.8 acres of educational edible landscape.

From teaching over 100 students where their food really comes from to creating Lulu's Garden Club (an intergenerational program connecting seniors in assisted living with youth through therapeutic gardening) April discusses how she's building "power and purpose" by planting seeds in both the ground and in people. She opens up about the importance of patience, finding your tribe, using your voice as a Black woman leader, and why she wouldn't tell her childhood self anything different.

This conversation is a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership, community building, and letting your work speak louder than your words.

Connect with ZEN: Follow @bethezen on Instagram and Facebook, or visit bethezen.org to volunteer or learn more about their programs.

]]> <p>In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, host Nicole Beverly sits down with April Booker, founder and executive director of Zealous Empowering Nurture (ZEN), to explore how a pandemic pivot transformed into a thriving nonprofit addressing food insecurity in Charlotte.</p><p>April shares her journey from following her husband&#39;s basketball years in college, to discovering her own purpose through community gardening during COVID-19. What started as a way to feed her five kids during unprecedented times grew into an organization that has raised over $35,000 at their recent annual fundraiser and operates 1.8 acres of educational edible landscape.</p><p>From teaching over 100 students where their food really comes from to creating Lulu&#39;s Garden Club (an intergenerational program connecting seniors in assisted living with youth through therapeutic gardening) April discusses how she&#39;s building &#34;power and purpose&#34; by planting seeds in both the ground and in people. She opens up about the importance of patience, finding your tribe, using your voice as a Black woman leader, and why she wouldn&#39;t tell her childhood self anything different.</p><p>This conversation is a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership, community building, and letting your work speak louder than your words.</p><p><strong>Connect with ZEN:</strong> Follow @bethezen on Instagram and Facebook, or visit bethezen.org to volunteer or learn more about their programs.</p> 36222101-4677-46b2-b892-31b690546a81 https://www.iflourishinc.org/about-8 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:14:54 +0000 2222 no full Rooted in Resilience: Nicole Beverly’s Journey & Founding iFlourish Rooted in Resilience: Nicole Beverly’s Journey & Founding iFlourish Nicole Beverly In this powerful episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Executive Director and Founder Nicole Beverly sits down with her mentee and Advisory Board member, Kemi Asunramu, for an intimate conversation about the journey that led her to create iFlourish. From her personal experiences as a Black woman to the defining moments that shaped her passion for mentorship and empowerment, Nicole shares how resilience, purpose, and community laid the foundation for iFlourish. Tune in to hear how she turned challenges into opportunities, built a space for Black girls to thrive, and why this work is more than just a mission—it’s a movement.

]]> <p>In this powerful episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Executive Director and Founder Nicole Beverly sits down with her mentee and Advisory Board member, Kemi Asunramu, for an intimate conversation about the journey that led her to create iFlourish. From her personal experiences as a Black woman to the defining moments that shaped her passion for mentorship and empowerment, Nicole shares how resilience, purpose, and community laid the foundation for iFlourish. Tune in to hear how she turned challenges into opportunities, built a space for Black girls to thrive, and why this work is more than just a mission—it’s a movement.</p> c8a8c7cc-ff38-411e-9d6e-3ed6eed673b5 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/ce50d477-4d15-43d6-b82a-9053c7af969e Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:14:52 +0000 3022 no full Higher Learning + Higher Purpose: Dr. Chelsea Smith Higher Learning + Higher Purpose: Dr. Chelsea Smith Nicole Beverly In this episode Dr. Chelsea Smith shares her inspiring journey as a first-generation college student, navigating challenges and celebrating triumphs that shaped her career path. She discusses how her personal experiences fueled her passion for supporting underrepresented students of color in higher education. Dr. Smith emphasizes the importance of authentically being yourself, no matter your role, position, or environment, while offering valuable insights into representation, resilience, and advocacy in creating equitable opportunities for all students.

]]> <p>In this episode Dr. Chelsea Smith shares her inspiring journey as a first-generation college student, navigating challenges and celebrating triumphs that shaped her career path. She discusses how her personal experiences fueled her passion for supporting underrepresented students of color in higher education. Dr. Smith emphasizes the importance of authentically being yourself, no matter your role, position, or environment, while offering valuable insights into representation, resilience, and advocacy in creating equitable opportunities for all students.</p> ac25d8dc-099b-473d-ba02-66b26b2c68ba https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/0055c03c-0386-4434-b612-89931c058165 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000 2583 no full Crowning Confidence x Ashley Allston Crowning Confidence x Ashley Allston 3 1 Nicole Beverly In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Ashley Allston, founder of My Doll, shares her journey of self-love and embracing her natural hair. Inspired by her own experiences and the stories of Black women around her, Ashley created My Doll to help young Black girls see their beauty and power. Join us as she discusses the impact of representation, self-discovery, and the community of Black women and girls who inspire her mission.

]]> <p><span>In this episode of </span><em>Black Girl Brilliance</em><span>, Ashley Allston, founder of </span><em>My Doll</em><span>, shares her journey of self-love and embracing her natural hair. Inspired by her own experiences and the stories of Black women around her, Ashley created </span><em>My Doll</em><span> to help young Black girls see their beauty and power. Join us as she discusses the impact of representation, self-discovery, and the community of Black women and girls who inspire her mission.</span></p> 45c5cbcc-4324-479e-9cb6-43b4d0510f94 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/319a5cb4-9a9b-4212-a67f-3b07a7918952 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:27:10 +0000 2479 no full Brilliance Behind the Bench: Judge C. Renee Little Brilliance Behind the Bench: Judge C. Renee Little 2 1 Nicole Beverly In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Judge Renee Little shares her inspiring journey from aspiring lawyer to NC 26th District Court Judge. She discusses the challenges of being a Black woman in law and how resilience has fueled her success. Judge Little also reflects on her commitment to justice and uplifting her community. Tune in for an empowering conversation on breaking barriers and defining greatness. In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Judge C. Renee Little shares her inspiring journey from aspiring lawyer to NC 26th District Court Judge. She discusses the challenges and realizations of being a Black woman in law and how resilience has fueled her success and advocating for youth and families. Judge Little also reflects on her commitment to justice and uplifting her community. Tune in for an empowering conversation on learning yourself, breaking barriers, and defining greatness.

]]> <p>In this episode of <em>Black Girl Brilliance</em>, Judge C. Renee Little shares her inspiring journey from aspiring lawyer to NC 26th District Court Judge. She discusses the challenges and realizations of being a Black woman in law and how resilience has fueled her success and advocating for youth and families. Judge Little also reflects on her commitment to justice and uplifting her community. Tune in for an empowering conversation on learning yourself, breaking barriers, and defining greatness.</p> c1ba52e0-8b60-4fc0-b92c-b380c2f6e238 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/a1116e8c-e171-4bf5-aff2-ef2d7d0f1c3b Wed, 25 Sep 2024 04:35:00 +0000 2615 no full Ep. 1 Arts x Education: Angelica Jackson Ep. 1 Arts x Education: Angelica Jackson Nicole Beverly In this episode, we sit down with Angelica Jackson, Co-Founder of PISOTA, the first charter school in Charles County, Maryland. Angelica shares her journey of building an arts-focused school from the ground up, the challenges she faced, and how her resilience and passion for arts shaped her path. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, community, and the power of education

]]> <p>In this episode, we sit down with Angelica Jackson, Co-Founder of PISOTA, the first charter school in Charles County, Maryland. Angelica shares her journey of building an arts-focused school from the ground up, the challenges she faced, and how her resilience and passion for arts shaped her path. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, community, and the power of education</p> e6a082d5-cd7b-40bc-a584-9323f47cd29c https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/14399b70-effc-41ea-9192-dfe555e12cdd Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000 3279 no full Black Girl Brilliance Trailer Black Girl Brilliance Trailer 1 Nicole Beverly "Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience" is a podcast dedicated to celebrating the journeys of Black girls and women who are breaking barriers and thriving against the odds. Hosted by Nicole Beverly, each episode features inspiring interviews with trailblazers who share their stories of resilience, offering actionable advice and empowering insights to help listeners thrive in their personal and professional lives. In the trailer for "Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience," host Nicole Beverly and Founder of iFlourish introduces listeners to the heart and soul of the podcast. With a powerful opening, she invites Black girls and women to join a journey of empowerment, resilience, and triumph. Tune in, subscribe, and get ready to be inspired by the brilliance of Black women breaking barriers and achieving greatness.

]]> <p>In the trailer for &#34;Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience,&#34; host Nicole Beverly and Founder of iFlourish introduces listeners to the heart and soul of the podcast. With a powerful opening, she invites Black girls and women to join a journey of empowerment, resilience, and triumph. Tune in, subscribe, and get ready to be inspired by the brilliance of Black women breaking barriers and achieving greatness.</p> 653933a4-3d5c-4d28-9f6a-05ad2f8fe263 https://redcircle.com/shows/345416ee-0e7b-4a33-a911-eecf52609347/episodes/58cadcc5-f0af-4f59-95aa-90f1c4957e0d Fri, 09 Aug 2024 03:12:54 +0000 130 no