On this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné's guest shares her incredible story of surviving the infamous Lake Lanier in 1997. She reflects on the lost town of Oscarville, a once-thriving African American community submerged when Lake Lanier was created, and the tragic history that surrounds it. She then takes us back to the day she visited Lake Lanier, revealing the eerie events, the terrifying moments underwater, and her fight for survival.

From escaping death to facing life’s toughest battles—such as witnessing her sister’s tragic death in a murder-suicide—Eboné's guest opens up about her unique perspective on death, and how her traumatic experiences have shaped her outlook on life, survival, and healing.

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On this episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Ebon&eacute;'s guest shares her incredible story of surviving the infamous Lake Lanier in 1997. She reflects on the lost town of Oscarville, a once-thriving African American community submerged when Lake Lanier was created, and the tragic history that surrounds it. She then takes us back to the day she visited Lake Lanier, revealing the eerie events, the terrifying moments underwater, and her fight for survival.
From escaping death to facing life&rsquo;s toughest battles&mdash;such as witnessing her sister&rsquo;s tragic death in a murder-suicide&mdash;Ebon&eacute;'s guest opens up about her unique perspective on death, and how her traumatic experiences have shaped her outlook on life, survival, and healing.
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Welcome to Pretty Private with Eboné—the podcast where silence is broken and stories are set free. Every Tuesday, we explore the untold experiences of women of color who’ve faced it all—childhood trauma, addiction, abuse, incarceration, grief, mental health struggles, and more—and found the strength to make it to the other side.

Hosted by your favorite Professional Homegirl, Eboné delivers raw, unfiltered conversations that inspire, empower, and remind you that healing begins with being heard.

What sets Pretty Private apart ... Anonymity.

Guests share their truth without fear of judgment—free to speak openly in a space created just for them. From survivors and sex workers to professionals and cultural change makers, these powerful interviews will shift your perspective and speak to your soul.

Pretty Private isn’t just a podcast—it’s your personal guide for turning storylines into lifelines.

Welcome to Pretty Private with Ebon&eacute;&mdash;the podcast where silence is broken and stories are set free. Every Tuesday, we explore the untold experiences of women of color who&rsquo;ve faced it all&mdash;childhood trauma, addiction, abuse, incarceration, grief, mental health struggles, and more&mdash;and found the strength to make it to the other side.
Hosted by your favorite Professional Homegirl, Ebon&eacute; delivers raw, unfiltered conversations that inspire, empower, and remind you that healing begins with being heard.
What sets Pretty Private apart ... Anonymity.
Guests share their truth without fear of judgment&mdash;free to speak openly in a space created just for them. From survivors and sex workers to professionals and cultural change makers, these powerful interviews will shift your perspective and speak to your soul.
Pretty Private&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t just a podcast&mdash;it&rsquo;s your personal guide for turning storylines into lifelines.

Pretty Private with Eboné

I Survived Lake Lanier

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