🎧Healing Out Loud: Ta’Rhonda Jones on Grief, Growth, and Finding Her Voice

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of Amazing Women and Men of Power, host Raven the Talk Show Maven welcomes actress, artist, and philanthropist Ta’Rhonda Jones for an unforgettable conversation about loss, healing, and purpose ❤️

Best known for her role as Porsha Taylor on the hit series Empire, Ta’Rhonda shares the inspiration behind her emotional music project, Dearly Beloved — a tribute to her late mother that blends hip-hop, soul, spoken word, and real-life recordings. She opens up about grief, forgiveness, family dynamics, and the journey toward emotional freedom through creativity.

Raised on the South Side of Chicago, Ta’Rhonda reflects on how her life experiences shaped her artistry, resilience, and commitment to helping others. She also discusses her philanthropic work supporting youth, promoting emotional intelligence, and advocating against gun violence.

This powerful conversation reminds listeners that healing is not silent — it’s honest, courageous, and deeply human.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The story behind Ta’Rhonda’s album Dearly Beloved
• How music became a tool for healing and self-expression
• Lessons learned from losing a parent
• Growing up in Chicago and developing emotional resilience
• The importance of vulnerability in art and life
• Ta’Rhonda’s philanthropic work with youth and community organizations
• Why giving loved ones a “voice” can be part of the healing process