PODCAST EPISODES
Episode 11: Gender Incongruence and Coming Out as Transgender with Amber Rose Washington
Amber Rose Washington is the author of the bestselling book, “Hiding From Myself: My Complicated Rebirth into Womanhood and My Own Skin. She is also a songwriter, producer, VO Artist, A&R, public speaker, and advocate for the transgender community.
Listen as Amber shares her powerful story of growing up in the Catskills Region of New York State, being bullied, coming out as transgender, her spiritual/religious evolution, and how she advocates for the transgender community.
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Episode 10: Growing Up in the Foster Care System and Church Trauma with Heidi Lara
10. Growing Up in the Foster Care System and Church Trauma with Heidi Lara
Heidi came from a home of severe abuse with her brother and three sisters were moved into the child welfare system. After 14 years of the foster care system she experienced her share of early childhood trauma. As an adult and mother of two daughters she uses her story to encourage others that they too can heal from trauma and live beautiful fulfilling lives.
Listen as we discuss Heidi’s experience with child abuse/neglect, growing up in the foster care system, church-related trauma, her faith journey, and how she is thriving today as a single mom.
Episode 09 – Healing from Sexual Trauma with Annette Maria
No matter what has happened to you or what you have gone through, you have the ability to change that. You don’t have to remain that person who has been suffering.
Annette is a Purpose Embodiment Coach, Intuitive Facilitator of Healing, Channel for Multi-dimensional Beings, Host of Sacred Dance Podcast, Published Author & Bhakti Yogi. Her work supports women to step into their soul’s purpose, reclaim their inner goddess & manifest their deepest desires. She wants to see the planet as a place that supports everyone feeling wildly expressed in their soul’s purpose, reminded of their limitless potential & able to fully feel their humanness.
Listen in as we discuss being your own best lover, reclaiming your virginity, and getting started on your healing journey.
Episode 08 – Leading As A Black Woman in the Military with Bionca Lindsey
Today I am talking to Bionca Lindsey about what it means to be Black and in the military.
Bionca is a consultant for Nutrition Care Professionals and a counselor with Montgomery Community Corrections for domestic violence. She also serves as the President for Alabama’s Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals while also serving as Vice President for two associations: Autauga County Master Gardener Association and Alabama Herb Society.
Listen in as we discuss the importance of knowing your value, the qualities a leader should have, and why you don’t always have to be the one to speak.
Episode 07 – Gender Fluidity and Body Dysmorphic with Shay Potter
Are you tired of hiding who you truly are?
In today’s episode, I’m talking to Shay Potter about gender fluidity and body dysphoria. Shay is an up-and-coming creator, writer, and podcaster who recently started a business, Be Better Media LLC. It’s a multi-media platform that creates stories in sound, from podcasts, videos, and audiobooks. Shay is a 20-year military officer who serves openly.
Listen in as we discuss dealing with hidden emotions to soar to your potential, the sensations that we feel, and confidently owning your female masculinity in any space.
Episode 6 – Chronic Pain with Heather White
Chronic pain can take control of your entire life but there are ways to make it through it.
In this episode, I am talking to Heather White. Heather is a married mother of 2 and has worked for the Kinston Police Department in Kinston, NC. Heather has lived with chronic pain since she was 19 years old following a horseback riding accident After 2 surgeries causing permanent nerve damage, she was legally declared disabled in 2014 due to back pain, knee pain, and Chiari Malformation.
Her journey of advocating for her own health and surrounding herself with supportive people is inspiring. Listen in as we discuss how every day is different with chronic pain, the judgments you have to deal with from other people, and finding joy in your life.
Episode 5 – Bullying and Mental health with Patrick Monette
Sometimes it can be hard to be your true self especially in the world we are living in. Today I am talking to Patrick Monette about having faith in yourself and loving yourself because you are worthy.
Patrick is a licensed Mental Health Counselor. He was raised in a large Catholic family and had a difficult time with the messages that the church was giving him which caused him to question his life.
In this episode, we talk about depression, bullying, and the importance of speaking up for yourself.
Episode 4 – Evolving Faith with Tiffany Mathews
How much of your faith is your own and not just what others have told you?
We are diving into faith, God, and religion in this episode with Tiffany Matthews. Tiffany Mathews is a person who believes that stories matter and that in them we find ourselves. It was through stories exchanged in letters that my husband and I fell in love. It was through his story and heart that I came to love my first child and watching the stories of my younger two develop has been one of my greatest joys. It is through stories that I have become invested in the child welfare system and in the power of community and belonging.
Listen in as we discuss creating your own path with your faith, how your views and faith with religion evolve, and finding God on your terms.
Episode 3 – West African Spirituality with Iya Osunponmile Fayemi
Have you ever been interested in spirituality and how it can help you?
Iya Ifasola Osunponmile Fayemi Karen Langston is the founder of Alake Creations. Alake means one that should be taken care of, as this is her approach to creating space for others to heal and grow in their personal spiritual journeys. Iya Osunponmile’s mission is to assist others in embracing their will to move forward by using spiritual tools, divination, and rituals. Her work also focuses on decolonizing the mind and misconceptions about African Traditional Religions.
Iya Osunponmile was initiated as a Priest/Iyanifa in the West African indigenous tradition of Ifa in Abeokuta, Ogun State Nigeria by Oluwo Ifasola Akanbi in 2018. Ifa is an ancient spiritual system that is defined as the wisdom of nature. Listen in as Iya takes us through the history of religion and spirituality, understanding generational trauma, and how ignoring things doesn’t make them go away.
Episode 2 – Experiencing Domestic Violence with Tereska Muishond
In this episode, we are diving into the impact that growing up with domestic violence can have on you and your relationships. Today I am talking to Terska Muishond.
Tereska is a single mother, writer, poet, and activist. She grew up experiencing domestic violence and fear but was able to find her release through poetry and putting her feelings into words.
Tereska and I go deep into experiencing domestic violence, overcoming shame, and how healing takes a lifetime. Listen is as you are in for a treat as Tereska reads 2 of her poems during this interview.
Episode 1 – Welcome to the We Speak Podcast
Welcome to the When We Speak Podcast! I’m your host, Tasha Hunter. I am a licensed therapist. I opened my own practice called Ascension Growth Center where I specialize in treating adults with a history of childhood trauma.
This podcast is the place where we shed stigmas, say goodbye to shame, strengthen ourselves, and encourage others. We will discuss a variety of topics such as chronic pain, domestic violence, bullying, LGBTQ+ journeys, and so much more.
Listen in to this short solo episode as I guide you through my own healing journey and why I started this podcast.
