Sworn Testimonies
We're all liars - science proves it. We lie about our love lives, our biases, the way we vote, the things we read, the mistakes we've made, and even the way we feel about our families. I'm going to let you in on a little secret that your ego doesn't want you to know - radical honesty leads to freedom. As a trained attorney, I've spent my life trying to become the most honest, messy version of myself, and I find joy in helping others do the same. I love helping people find that "ah ha" moment that leads to breakthrough. Every hero's journey begins with the truth. Sworn Testimonies provides a platform for people just like you to lean into the good, the bad and the ugly of their truth, setting themselves and others free in the process. Join the radical honesty movement.
Episodes
24 episodes
Ask The Doctor - Dr. UK talks Covid, Vaccines, and Abortions
On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Doctor Ukachi Emeruwa (aka "Dr. UK") discusses Covid-19, explains the Delta variant, breaks down how the vaccine actually works, and shares her thoughts about the new SB8 abortion law in Texas. Dr. UK earne...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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46:53
A Journey Through Endometriosis and Infertility
Timara Tyler is a 30-year-old wife and bonus mother and serves as a higher education professional in the Richmond, Va area. On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Timara vulnerably shares with us her journey through endometriosis. She was diagno...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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36:08
Healing From Trauma and The Lies of Diet Culture
In this episode, I have such a great conversation with Dr. Ebony, a black female psychologist, food relationship strategist, and the creator of My Therapy Cards, about racial trauma, healthy eating, and Covid relationships. She is incredibly wi...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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50:36
The Dark Side of Pageantry
On the latest episode of Sworn Testimonies, reality TV star and former Miss Virginia Desi Williams and I have a long-overdue conversation about beauty politics, black hair, the ugly truth about our experience competing in beauty pageants as bla...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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44:08
A Tale of Two Police: A Black Cop Shares His Perspective
Jaquay Williams, the police officer who was terminated from his position after sharing a popular TikTok video about
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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40:38
Conversations with a Black Therapist
Aiyana Ma'at is a Licensed Psycho-therapist & Clinical Social Worker in the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia. She is also a certified Marriage & Relationship Educator specializing in couples & family work. She firmly b...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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58:39
Loving Outside The Lines
Interracial couples across the country are processing how current events are affecting their relationship. On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, I have a vulnerable conversation with Justin Sapp - an African American male married to a beautiful...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:00:39
50 Shades of Black
Chika Okoro is a marketing executive and colorism expert. In 2015, while getting her MBA at Stanford, she came across a casting call that openly discriminated against dark-skinned Black women. That motivated her to give a TEDx talk raising awar...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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54:01
This is What a Scientist Looks Like
Korie Grayson holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University and was recently featured in Forbes magazine for her innovative work. We had a great conversation about what it's like to be a black female scientist in an era where ST...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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47:00
Songs of a Caged Bird
Maurice Fonson is a winner of NBC's Songland, and has written songs that have topped the Billboard charts. We had a great conversation about toxic masculinity, the pressures to succeed that many black children are burdened with, the stigma ofte...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:08:09
The Hip Hop Professor
A.D. Carson is a prolific performance artist and a Professor of Hip Hop at the University of Virginia. On this episode of Sworn Testimonies: Therapy Isn’t Just For White People, we get into the politics of respectability, rap culture, and the c...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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56:26
Baby Evalee Battles Cancer
This story really touched my heart. Baby Evalee was diagnosed with cancer when she was just one-year-old. On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, her mother Jennifer discusses the trials that she's experienced raising a child with a chr...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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40:55
The Truth About Coronavirus: Everything You Need to Know
On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Dr. Anastasia Williams breaks down the coronavirus. She shares helpful information about the virus, how best to protect your family, explains how people are tested for the virus, and debunks popular myths c...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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31:52
Etiquette With Elaine: Let Crazy Be Crazy
Elaine Swann is the leading and most nationally recognized lifestyle and etiquette expert in the country. As an authority on social etiquette and lifestyle practices, Elaine has appeared on numerous news and talks shows including the TODA...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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40:50
Race & War: Evading Vietnam
When Nick was drafted to Vietnam, he made the difficult decision not to go to war. As a black man growing up in the civil rights era, he struggled to justify fighting on behalf of a country that treated him like a second-class citizen. On this ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:05:38
Self-Defense and Fight Tactics
On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Marieclare shares some incredible, potentially life-saving tips for people who find themselves in a situation where they’re being attacked or assaulted. Her advice is suited for both men AND women. Learning...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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41:57
Life After (Near) Death
Danielle was in a coma for almost two months after she was hit by a drunk driver. Her heart stopped beating, and paramedics attempted to put her in a body bag. After the doctors pulled the plug, she miraculously woke up. Her testimony is inspir...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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44:36
The Search For Joy
What does it mean to be happy? Are happiness and joy the same thing? How does one find true, lasting joy? On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Kiara discusses how to find joy by learning to practice radical honesty, radical acceptance, and rad...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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42:43
Anyone Can Have a Breakdown
Sometimes the breakdowns we experience in life are blessings in disguise. In the midst of the storm, they often force us to pay attention to what’s happening in our bodies, in our minds, and in our spirits. On this episode of #SwornTestimonies,...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:00:32
Find Your Purpose
As an attorney who decided to leave her comfortable 6-figure job to pursue her passion full time, Kiara understands first hand how scary it can be choose purpose over passion, and why figuring out what our purpose is can sometimes feel overwhel...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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30:19
Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts
Meilani Welbeck has survived not one, but two failed suicide attempts. On the next episode of Sworn Testimonies (airing Sunday, December 15th), Meilani shares what went through her mind in what she expected to be her final moments, and gives he...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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51:57
When Your Life Plan Falls Apart
He lost his dream job and his dream girl, but now he owns a million dollar company. This week on Sworn Testimonies, former NFL player Chase Minnifield talks about having to pick up the pieces after the plan he had for his life fell apart. If yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:05:32
Surviving Heartbreak: Life After Separation
This week on the podcast I sat down with Jess, who is in the midst of going through a very painful (and public) divorce with her ex. We talk about everything - her faith, fear, insecurity, anger, and the embarrassment that often accompanies div...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:08:24