
The Melanin Initiative's Podcast
In healthcare, there is often too much information and not enough time. Here at The Melanin Initiative, we avoid TMI by breaking things down into language you can understand, we create a safe space to ask your questions, and share our nursing perspective without taking too much of your time.
Episodes
109 episodes
DNP Degree Confusion? Here’s What You REALLY Need to Know in 2025
🚨 Feeling stuck, confused, or overwhelmed by the path to becoming a DNP or advancing in nursing? You’re not alone — and this episode was made for YOU.In this powerful conversation, we tackle the REAL issues behind Doctor of Nursing Prac...
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Addictions You Don’t Realize You Have (And How to Heal Them)
🔥 In This Episode:We’re getting real about what’s happening behind your stress, anxiety, addictive behaviors, and emotional overwhelm. If you’ve been feeling off, but can’t quite name it — this conversation is about to give you language for...
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Why Your Weight Might Be Affecting Your Fertility (And What You Can Do Now)
🔥 In This Episode:We break down the real connection between weight and infertility — especially in Black and Brown communities — and what it actually takes to improve your chances of getting pregnant. Spoiler: it’s not as overwhelming as yo...
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Inside The Doula Lab: A Safe Space Changing Lives One Family at a Time
🔥 In This Episode:We’re unpacking the hidden truths about maternal health, mental wellness, and why focusing only on “mom and baby” leaves so many families behind. You’ll learn how to stop surviving and start thriving by accessing t...
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How to Support Someone After Pregnancy Loss (Without Saying the Wrong Thing)
Are you ready to feel truly seen, connected, and empowered in spaces built for you? This episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast will give you the insights, tools, and strategies to reclaim your space in LGBTQ+ advocacy and health conversatio...
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Uncover The Truth About Black Pride
Are you ready to feel truly seen, connected, and empowered in spaces built for you? This episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast will give you the insights, tools, and strategies to reclaim your space in LGBTQ+ advocacy and health conversatio...
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Why We Finally Said YES to Weight Loss Meds!
Are you tired of feeling stuck in your weight loss journey, overwhelmed by mixed messages online, and unsure where to start? THIS is the video you’ve been waiting for. If you’ve ever struggled with staying consistent, battled the guilt around w...
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Leaving Clinical Nursing? What Every Nurse Should Know About Academia
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 🎙️Feeling stuck in your nursing career? Wondering if there’s more to healthcare than 12-hour shifts and bedside care? This episode is your wake-up call to something bi...
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Afraid of Surgery? Here’s What REALLY Happens When You're ‘Put Under’
🎙️ Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!🚨 Are you terrified of being “put under”? Confused by medical jargon before surgery? You’re not alone—and this episode is for YOU.Whether you’ve got an upcoming procedure or you’re su...
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Why She Left Med School for Nursing (And Never Looked Back!)
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!🚨 Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next step in healthcare or life? You’re not alone—and this episode is exactly what you need. On this week’s episode of The Melanin Initiative, ...
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Pregnancy Loss, Burnout & Mental Health: What You NEED to Know
🚨 Are You Struggling to Balance Life, Work, and Personal Challenges? 🚨If you’ve ever faced loss while juggling a demanding career, you are NOT alone. This episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast will help you navigate grief, se...
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Feeling Stuck in Nursing? Here’s How to Break into Leadership!
🎙️ Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast! 🎙️🚨 Feeling stuck in your nursing career? Wondering how to break into leadership? 🚨What if you could step into confidence, authority, and purpose in your nursing career? Imagine bein...
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Is Botox Right for You? Real Talk About Personalized Aesthetics
🎙️ Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!🚨 New Episode Alert: Is Your Aesthetic Treatment Actually Made for YOU?Are you overwhelmed by aesthetic trends, wondering what really works—and what’s just hype? In this episode, we break...
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Why Your Child’s Eczema Won’t Go Away (And What to Do)
Struggling with your child’s eczema? Exhausted by sleepless nights, endless itching, and no clear answers? You're not alone—and this episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast is here to change that.🔥 In this powerful, practical episode,...
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Breaking Barriers in Healthcare: The Inspiring Story of Caring 4 Us
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 🎙️Are you ready to take control of your health and advocate for yourself in medical spaces? This episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast will empower you with the to...
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Taking Control of Your Health: How to Advocate for Personalized Care
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 🎙Are you ready to take control of your health and transform the way you navigate the healthcare system? In this powerful episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast, we ...
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Support for Breastfeeding Moms: Nutrition, Tips & Encouragement
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!This week, we’re honored to feature Dr. Tenise Hordge, DHA, MBA, BSE, IBCLC, the founder of Mother’s Magical Milk, as she shares her journey and expertise on breastfeeding and lactation, particu...
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Unlocking Sexual Wellness: How to Feel Empowered in Your Body
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!This week, we’re honored to feature Jayden Aubryn, LICSW, CSSW, CDBT, CIMHP, NCSF-CPT, a psychotherapist, consultant, and personal trainer, as they dive deep into the often-overlooked topic of s...
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The Truth About Respiratory Infections—And How to Protect Yourself
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast, where we simplify complex medical information and empower you to take control of your health! In this episode, we dive deep into Respiratory Infections—what they are, how they affect your body, ...
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Loneliness in Nursing: How to Build Stronger Connections & Networks
Loneliness is a silent epidemic affecting people from all walks of life—including healthcare professionals. In this powerful episode of The Melanin Initiative Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Farah Laurent, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, CPXP, CEN—a 6-ti...
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How Somatic Therapy Can Transform Your Mental and Physical Well-Being
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!This week, we’re honored to feature Jayden Aubryn, LICSW, CSSW, CDBT, CIMHP, NCSF-CPT, a passionate psychotherapist, consultant, and personal trainer. Jayden is dedicated to making holistic heal...
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Revolutionizing Maternal Care: A Midwife’s Mission for Black Families
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!In this inspiring episode, we welcome back Charity Bean, SPM, a trailblazer in maternal health, founder of The Doula Lab, and advocate for Black maternal and infant health. This marks Charity’s ...
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Navigating the Future of Medicine: Insights from Three Healthcare Leaders
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!In this thought-provoking episode, we’re honored to host a dynamic panel featuring Dr. Constance Foreman, MD, Dr. Shaylo Reyes, DMSc, PA-C, and Teneh Exilien, as we explore the unique and comple...
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The Life-Changing Benefits of Forgiveness: Heal Your Mind and Heart
Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast! We’re thrilled to sit down with Kelsey Wilson, LCSW—a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma recovery and emotional wellness. This conversation dives deep into the transfor...
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