InnerViews
InnerViews is not just a podcast; it's an intimate exploration led by Ivory Bennett, a seasoned professional with 17 years of lived foster care experience. Each episode is a deep dive into topics surrounding trauma, mental and emotional health, well-being, and the unique challenges faced by Black women in the realm of healing.
Join Ivory Bennett on "InnerViews" for powerful conversations, lived expertise, and a journey towards holistic well-being. Subscribe now and become part of a community committed to understanding, healing, and thriving. Your story matters, and Ivory is here to guide you on the path to inner transformation.
Episodes
16 episodes
Balancing Healing, Hustle, and Humanity with Theron Ogedengbe
In this episode, Ivory Bennett and special guest Theron Ogedengbe, a licensed therapist and powerhouse lived expert, unpack the delicate balance between healing, advocacy, and humanity. Together, they spill the tea on national advocacy, account...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:07:13
Voices of Resilience: Foster Care Stories and Healing Journeys
In this powerful episode of InnerViews, Ivory Bennett sits down with Chaplain Dr. Kay Kizer — a trailblazing advocate and author — to discuss the realities of growing up in foster care, overcoming childhood trauma, and embracing the he...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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41:08
Unpacking Parentification: The Emotional Toll on Black Youth in Child Welfare
In this episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett sits down with Montina Myers-Galloway, a licensed clinical mental health counselor, TEDx speaker, and advocate for Black women healing from parentification. Together, they explore the i...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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53:41
Hope, Healing, and Breaking Cycles: Sensei Dave’s Mission to Empower At-Risk Youth
In this episode of InnerViews, Sensei Dave shares his journey from foster care and juvenile detention to becoming a mentor, author, and advocate for at-risk youth. Discover how his transformative "Inspire to Aspire" program equips youn...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:06:11
The Best of InnerViews, Season 1 Recap
In this special "Best of Season 1" episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett revisits powerful moments from this year’s episodes. From healing generational trauma to empowering resilience in the face of adversity, Ivory highlights tran...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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59:29
Episode 10 – From Foster Care to Freedom: Jose A. Perez on Resilience, Art, and Advocacy
On InnerViews, Ivory Bennett speaks with Jose A. Perez, winner of the 2024 Youth Voices Rising New York Op-Ed competition, for his poignant essay, When Help Hurts: Foster Care vs. My Mom. In a powerful conversation, Perez shar...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:04:01
Episode 9 – Christina Abraham: Aging Out of Foster Care in NYC
In this compelling episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett talks with Christina Abraham about her journey as she aged out of the foster care system at 21. Christina shares her struggles navigating life in a group home and the challenges of fi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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57:22
Episode 8 – Navigating 17 Foster Homes and Breaking Barriers
In this powerful episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett sits down with Brittney Lee, who endured 17 foster homes over 17 years. Brittney shares her inspiring journey of resilience, community engagement, and her mission to fight racial inequa...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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35:02
Episode 7 – Reclaiming Narratives & Choosing Happiness
In this episode of "InnerViews," join host Ivory Bennett in a real, raw conversation about reclaiming one’s narrative with New Yorker, Nathali Feliz. The two discuss the impact of storytelling and narratives in the development of child welfare ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:00:46
Episode 6 – Breaking Barriers: Nurturing Men's Mental & Emotional Well-Being
In this impactful episode of "InnerViews," join host Ivory Bennett in a candid conversation with Mike Ostien as they delve into the vital realm of men's mental and emotional health. Explore the intersections of identity, societal expectations, ...
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Episode 6
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1:25:56
Episode 5 – Empowerment Evolved: Thriving Beyond Trauma
Embark on a transformative journey with Jas Snell on "InnerViews," as we delve into the empowering realm of healthy emotionality amidst trauma. Explore how Jas, a black woman with lived child welfare experiences, navigates the intricacies of me...
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Episode 5
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1:00:17
Episode 4 – Breaking the Silence: Empowering Survivors of Assault in Care
Join host Ivory Bennett in an insightful conversation with Saunya Jones as they explore the complexities of healing from trauma, neglect, and abuse within the foster care system. From mental, emotional, and sexual health to the well-being...
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Episode 4
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1:00:52
Episode 3 – Healing the Mind Heals the Body
Join host Ivory Bennett on InnerViews as she delves into the complex intersections of trauma, health, and empowerment with special guest Dalyce Wilson. From the societal protection of predators to the health of Black women, Ivory and Dalyce exp...
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Episode 3
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58:30
Episode 2 – Reclamation: A Journey of Healing through Reflection and Resilience
Join us in an illuminating episode of "InnerViews" as we delve into the profound topic of healing trauma through the lens of re-parenting, guided by the wisdom of Deborah D. Denzel. Drawing from her lived expertise and career in improving the c...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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50:15
Episode 1 – Healing Generations: Nurturing the Inner Child Through Reparenting - A Journey with Dr. Alison Davis
In the inaugural episode of "InnerViews," join host Ivory Bennett in a profound exploration of trauma, healing, and the well-being of Black women with esteemed guest Dr. Alison Davis. Delve into crucial topics such as generational trauma, misog...
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Episode 1
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1:06:52