

If You Knew Better: Jason Lee Knows the Truth About Influence and Fame
The Black Effect Presents... If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes! In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Jason Lee, founder of Hollywood Unlocked, for an honest conversation about personal growth, accountability, and evolving beyond public perception. Jason reflects on…

Estelle Knows Healing Starts With Surrender and Release
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Estelle for a heartfelt conversation about healing, authenticity, and personal transformation. Estelle reflects on her journey of self-discovery and emotional growth [05:07], opening up about navigating family dynamics [09:51], embr…

Jozzy Knows Sexuality Is Still Taboo
In this episode of If You Knew Better,Amber Grimes sits down with Jozzy for a powerful conversation on authenticity, self-expression, and navigating identity in the music industry. From embracing her true self [00:00] [03:12] to unpacking the journey of self-discovery and breaking free from societa…

Child Knows the Business of Grief
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with award-winning director Child for a deeply personal conversation on grief, loss, and the journey toward healing. From the immediate shock of losing loved ones [00:00] [03:00] to the lasting emotional weight grief places on daily life…

Nineteen85 Knows the Difference Between Parenting and Controlling
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Grammy-nominated producer Paul Jefferies aka Nineteen85 (of DVSN) for a powerful conversation on fatherhood, parenting, and personal growth. Reflecting on his journey as a young and single dad, Paul opens up about navigating parenta…

Amber Knows You Forgot Who You Really Are
In this solo episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes dives deep into self-discovery, identity, and personal growth (00:00), exploring what it means to reconnect with your true self after years of societal pressure and expectations. She reflects on how life experiences, setbacks, and external in…

Durand Bernarr Knows Friendship Break Ups
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Grammy-winning artist Durand Bernarr for a heartfelt conversation about adult relationships, friendship dynamics, and personal growth. Durand opens up about the emotional challenges of friendship breakups, emphasizing the importance…

BurnedBeauty2018 Knows Narcissistic Abuse
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with empowerment advocate Tonya Renee Meisenbach (Burned Beauty 2018) for a powerful conversation about narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and the journey to healing. Tanya shares the deeply personal story of being set on fire by h…

Amber Knows Why You Can’t Make Decisions
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes breaks down the power of decisive action and confident decision-making, challenging listeners to be quick in making choices and intentional about sticking to them. She explores how fear-driven habits like overthinking, hesitation, perfectionism, a…

2 Chainz Knows The Voice In His Head Is God
In this special live episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with 2 Chainz at Barnes & Noble in Los Angeles to discuss his new book, The Voice In My Head Is God. The Grammy-winning rapper and entrepreneur shares the inspiration behind the book and explains how intuition, faith, and …