Podcast
28 episodes
Celebrates the brilliance of women of color through reflective conversations and stories
LaJoy Mercer, Brown Girl Radiance Podcast
1st Aug 2021S3 E9: Shanghai Sunsets and Sunrises . . .Brown Girl Reflections on Living and Traveling Abroad (Season Finale)Our “Brown Girls Abroad” celebration culminates with Ivy and Lauren! These brilliant Black women were on international an assignment five years ago in Shanghai, China. They each share extensively1h 48m30th Jun 2021S3 E8: I Have Been to the Motherland . . . Africa & Beyond!On this episode of our “Brown Girls Abroad” series, we will travel with Sequoria Dickerson who has been to over 30 countries. She is a consultant for community organizers, activists, and non-profit1h 37m31st May 2021S3 E7: Brilliant Brown Girl Coachsurfing Around the WorldThe “Brown Girls Abroad” celebration continues! We are going on an expedition with Sym who is an educator and technology professional who has had extensive experience living, working, and59m31st Mar 2021S3 E6: Brown Girl Nomad, Curiosity and Constant ExcitementWe are celebrating “Brown Girls Abroad” throughout this third season! Today we are traveling the world with nomad, Asia Nichols. She has been writing, creating, and house sitting in over 25 nations2h 6m28th Feb 2021S3 E5: Australian AssignmentOn this episode of our Brown Girls Abroad celebration we are traveling to Australia for an inspirational conversation with Paige Merrill. She is a missionary serving through the organization Youth1h 5m1st Feb 2021Brown Girl Joy (Bonus Episode)The intent of this bonus episode is to bring joy and laughter as we embrace 2021 and stay optimistic for the future. This extraordinary, youthful guest co-host will connect us back to the simplicity25m31st Dec 2020Your Love Is Better Than Life: Psalms Devotional Bonus EpisodeThis episode is a source of hope and encouragement after all that the world has endured in 2020 through reflecting on beautiful passages from the book of Psalms for inspiration and prayer.22m30th Nov 2020S3 E4: Black in IrelandThe Season 3 celebration of Brown Girls Abroad continues through our conversation with Erica Jones, a finance manager for a tech company and an expat living on the island of Ireland. Less than 2% of1h 17m31st Oct 2020S3 E3: Brown Girl Globetrotter!“Wheels Up!” Our Season 3 Celebration of “Brown Girls Abroad” continues with a captivating conversation with the Brown Girl Globetrotter, Tiffany Green! She has visited over 70 countries!1h 18m25th Sep 2020Bonus Episode: Paralyzed by Excellence-A Master Class in SisterhoodThis month we received a master class in sisterhood as we witnessed the brilliance of two beautiful Black, legendary Queens, Gladys Knight and Patti Labelle! Their Instagram “Verzuz” battle was an58m31st Aug 2020S3 E2: Red, White, and Brown . . . The Black Canadian ExperienceWe are continuing our conversations celebrating Brown Girls Abroad! On this episode we travel to Canada to talk to Selina-Rachel Mendez, marketing manager for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.1h 43m31st Jul 2020S3 S1: Called from Comfort . . . Brown Girls Abroad!Season 3 is here! We are celebrating “Brown Girls Abroad” through sharing the diverse stories and experiences of women of color who live and work internationally. During this season1h 12m1st Jul 2020Part II: Queens & Kings of Quarantine (Bonus Episode)This special quarantine edition episode is unique because we have a panel of four women speaking passionately about 1990s NBA basketball. We are specifically discussing one of our highlights of2h 17m30th May 2020The Queens and Kings of Quarantine: Bonus Episode Part IWe are celebrating all of the beautiful forms of entertainment that “the culture” has delivered to unite us and bring us joy during this time of quarantine. We have gathered a panel of four women1h 34m23rd Apr 2020Bonus Episode: “On the Pulse of Morning” by Dr. Maya Angelou“Give birth again to the dream . . .Lift up your hearts. Each new hour holds new chances for new beginnings.” -Dr. Maya Angelou Considering everything that is taking place with the current pandemic11m31st Mar 2020S2 E5: “Becoming” Amid COVID-19 (Season Finale)“You will not always be able to solve all of the world’s problems at once, but don’t ever underestimate the importance you can have. Because history has shown us that courage can be contagious and1h 55m28th Feb 2020S2 E4: Creating Your Normal “Becoming” Book ClubHappy Black History Month! On this episode we discuss what we love about the dynamics of the Obamas’ relationship, the impact of strong women on Michelle’s journey, the beauty of women using54m31st Jan 2020S2 E3: The Expectation of Excellence “Becoming” Book Club“Failure is a feeling long before it becomes an actual result.” – Michelle Obama On this episode we discuss the mentality of excellence for women of color, the beauty of motherhood, shattering the1h 1m20th Dec 2019The Treasure in a Trust Fund: Bonus Devotional EpisodeThe standard of Heaven is Jesus. Through prayer we can invite Heaven to touch the Earth each day. This special devotional episode is a source of encouragement to live at the standard of Christ who11m29th Nov 2019S2 E2: The Product of Eternal Optimism “Becoming” Book Club“If reporters and television cameras wanted to follow me, then I was going to take them places.” – Michelle Obama In this discussion of the “Becoming” book we are inspired by Michelle’s transparency46m16th Oct 2019S2 E1: Before Barack, There Was David and Kevin . . .”Becoming” Book ClubDuring Season 1 we enjoyed discussing the brilliance of the women of Wakanda. For Season 2, we are traveling back to the U.S. to celebrate our “Forever First Lady” with the Michelle Obama55m28th Aug 2019The “Magic” of August 28 (Bonus Episode II)The National Museum of African-American History and Culture is full of “Brown Girl Radiance.” One of the treasures featured at the museum is Ava Duvernay’s genius film “August 28: A Day in the15m21st Aug 2019Live from Podcast Movement 2019: Bonus EpisodePodcast Movement was a podcaster’s utopia! I met so many amazing people and I was inspired by the overall experience. I did a superfun interview with an international example of “Brown Girl20m23rd May 2019Episode 5 Season Finale: Who Sits on the Throne?This is the conclusion of our celebration of the women of Wakanda! The first part of this conversation we focus on the leadership styles of the women of Wakanda. The second part of this episode we1h 2m22nd Feb 2019Episode 4: For Wakanda . . .Without Question!Congrats to the “Black Panther” movie for the Best Cast SAG Award and 7 Oscar nominations! This episode will explore the symbiotic male and female relationships in Wakanda and how they can39m20th Dec 2018Holiday Edition: Merry Christmas and Happy New YearOn this special holiday episode I was excited to interview my niece who is four years old. She represents the future generation, and I wanted to showcase her brilliance. We discussed what she10m27th Nov 2018Episode 2: Bald is BeautifulThe celebration of the “Women of Wakanda” continues! This episode features a panel of five women discussing the dimensions of beauty presented through the fashion, personal style and beauty of39m17th Sep 2018Episode 1: Wakanda ForeverDuring this inaugural season we will celebrate the “Women of Wakanda” from the “Black Panther” movie. We will discuss the transcendent ideals of womanhood presented in Wakanda.43m