Checking In Replay: Pastor Mike Todd

Previously Recorded In this throwback episode, Michelle and Pastor Mike are getting healed. Pastor Mike talks about the impact of being “violently vulnerable.” He also unpacks the meaning of his book, Damaged But Not Destroyed. CHECK IN to this episode if you need to be reminded that your trauma…

Checking In Replay: Sunny Hostin

Previously recorded In one of our favorite throwback episodes, Michelle and Sunny are taking us to a black beachouse! Sunny talks about the inspiration and history behind the concepts of her books. She also shares how journalism impacted her mental health and how the people in her life helped he…

Checking In Replay: Iyanla Vanzant

Previously recorded In this special throwback episode, Michelle and Iyanla are getting healed. Iyanla shares her thoughts on spiritual involvement in mental illness. She also discusses mental health in communities of color, the importance of knowing your family history and how the unknown of your …

Checking In Replay: Dr. Yvette Noel-Schure

Previously recorded Michelle and Yvette check in with each other. Yvette talks about growing up caring for her mother who suffered from bipolar disorder and how it prepared her for her career handling PR for major names like Prince, Destiny’s Child and Buju Banton. Yvette also shares how much it m…

Checking In Replay: Devi Brown

*Previously recorded* Michelle and Devi are ready to receive! In one of our favorite throwback episodes,  Devi Brown talks about receiving what was meant for her in divine timing. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, being prepared to have boundaries set against you and the powe…

Checking In w/ Tamron Hall

Michelle and Tamron are representing for Chicago! Tamron shares how her real life influenced her fictional books and how she masters her work-life “imbalance.” She also speaks on her staple short haircut and the criticism she’s faced. CHECK IN to this episode if you need to be inspired to do it all…

Checking In w/ Tim Ross

Michelle and Tim are shaking tables! Tim speaks on transitioning from one calling to the next. He also shares some keys to effective communication and reassures you that you can still be flawed AND loved. CHECK IN to this episode for a boost in your self-esteem, despite your flaws.  For all thin…

Checking In w/ Dr. Sue Varma

Michelle and Dr. Varma are exercising optimism! Dr. Sue Varma shares her experience as a health professional during the 9/11 tragedy and the COVID pandemic. She also dives into toxic positivity, cultural impact on mental wellness and the “4 M’s” of mental health. CHECK IN to this episode to find ou…

Checking In w/ Raheem DeVaughn

This episode is dedicated to Abdul Wadud - Ronald E. DaVaughn Michelle and Raheem are getting real. Raheem speaks on perfecting his sound as an artist. He also breaks down meeting the expectations of women who understand they are dating a musician and he opens up about his connection to mental ill…

Checking In w/ Kenny Lattimore

Michelle and Kenny are covering all the bases! Kenny speaks on the importance of knowing yourself. He also shares the experience of having a child who is also a creative, fatherhood, marriage and the sacrifice it takes to make relationships work. CHECK IN to this episode for a master class on life!…