Was the First Lady’s dress disrespectful… or simply modern fashion? In this episode of Raised By Her, we break down the viral Pastor Jamal Bryant / Karri Turner controversy and what it reveals about church culture, boundaries, and double standards.

We also revisit the long-awaited Oprah Winfrey & Iyanla Vanzant reunion—unpacking the real reason they fell out, what reconciliation requires, and the healing lesson behind: “I couldn’t hear you.”

Plus: we respond to listener feedback from our viral “Black Love” conversation, touch the RHOP/Gizelle Bryant connection, and close with a powerful conversation about MacKenzie Scott’s major giving to HBCUs like Spelman and why it might be time to audit your circle for growth.

In This Episode:

• Listener feedback: “Black Love Only” & what people really meant
• Interracial vs. intercultural relationships
• Oprah vs. Iyanla: why they feuded and how they repaired it
• Communication breakdowns + healing when someone can’t “hear” you
• Boundaries in family dynamics (and why it’s hard)
• Jamal Bryant / Karri Turner: faith, fashion, and church expectations
• RHOP ties: Gizelle Bryant & Jamal’s past
• MacKenzie Scott, HBCUs, and the power of philanthropy
• “Audit your circle” for personal growth
• Podfest plans (yes—Disney bound)

Timestamps:

00:00 Addressing the “Black Love Only” Comments
00:39 Interracial vs. Intercultural Relationships
03:53 Is She the Next Oprah? (The Comparison)
09:53 The Real Reason Oprah & Iyanla Feuded
13:57 “I Couldn't Hear You”: Healing Communication Breakdowns
19:57 “Get Out!” - My Mom Hated How I Set Boundaries
22:02 The Maya Angelou Rule: Not In My House
24:41 Too Sexy for Church? The First Lady Dress Scandal
30:25 The RHOP Connection: Gizelle Bryant & Jamal’s Past
37:31 Why MacKenzie Scott Gave Millions to HBCUs
41:34 Audit Your Circle: Why Diversity Matters
49:50 We’re Going to Podfest! (Disney World Bound)

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Welcome back to Raised By Her!

We’re kicking off the New Year with equal parts chaos, culture, and celebration. In this episode, we unpack a tense misunderstanding with police at a VA hospital (yes—expired insurance and Santa hats were involved), then shift into the unsettling reality of riding in a self-driving Tesla Model 3 and how EV ownership is changing what maintenance really looks like.

From there, we dive into pop culture and relationships—starting with Venus Williams’ wedding and the online criticism surrounding interracial marriage. We share our own lived experiences navigating interracial relationships, cultural differences at home, and the unexpected challenges that come with wedding planning.

From “no kids allowed” policies to accidentally hosting an illegal riverboat wedding on the Ohio River—and even discussing Indian wedding traditions involving elephants—this episode is a reminder that life doesn’t always go as planned, but it can still be one you love.

What we cover

• Police encounters and lessons learned the hard way
• Self-driving cars, Tesla anxiety, and EV maintenance realities
• Interracial marriage and cultural fusion in families
• Wedding planning disasters, traditions, and boundaries
• Aging gracefully, identity, and choosing a life you can love

Timestamps

0:00 – Welcome to 2026
0:28 – Surrounded by Police: The Traffic Stop Story
2:40 – Dealing with Aggressive Officers
5:22 – The Lesson: Check Your Insurance
7:50 – Terrified by a Self-Driving Tesla
12:50 – Gas Cars vs. EVs (Maintenance Costs)
15:40 – Venus Williams & Aging Gracefully
18:47 – Interracial Marriage Controversy
23:38 – Cultural Differences at Home
28:30 – Wedding Planning Gone Wrong
35:20 – The “Illegal” Riverboat Wedding
38:53 – No-Kids Wedding Debate
41:35 – Indian Wedding Traditions
45:32 – Live a Life You Can Love

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Are you exhausted from high achievement—or struggling to communicate effectively at work?

In this episode of Raised by Her, we unpack why being “direct” isn’t always effective, explore the dark side of the Enneagram Type 3, and reflect on what it really takes to move into 2026 without burning out.

Through an honest mother–daughter conversation, we reflect on the challenges of 2025 and set the stage for a more intentional, sustainable approach to ambition, leadership, and self-care. If you’ve ever felt the physical toll of stress, the guilt of slowing down, or the pressure to always perform, this episode is for you.

We dive deep into:

• High achievement, burnout, and Enneagram Type 3 tendencies
• Why “being direct” can cross into being perceived as rude at work
• How small shifts in communication (yes—even a smiley face) can change outcomes
• Mentorship, manifestation, and meeting your heroes
• Generational differences in work, style, and success
• The rise of the day party and redefining joy at every age

Whether you’re navigating leadership, corporate communication, or personal growth—or just want a thoughtful (and funny) conversation between a mother and daughter—this episode offers wisdom, reflection, and forward momentum.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps

• 0:00 – Surviving the chaos of 2025
• 1:48 – What your body tells you about stress
• 3:33 – How to raise unapologetic daughters
• 5:02 – The dark side of being an Enneagram 3
• 6:36 – Are you living in the past?
• 10:44 – How I manifested my dream mentor
• 13:02 – The truth about meeting your heroes
• 18:42 – Direct vs. rude: a hard lesson in communication
• 22:04 – The “smiley face” rule in corporate emails
• 29:14 – Advice on “trying” vs. doing
• 32:36 – Why day parties are superior (at any age)
• 40:10 – Millennial comfort vs. boomer style

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