YOU Better!

It’s the end of season two of You Better! This episode features a compilation of Kiesha's reflections, questions, and conversations with this season’s guests.If you’ve listened to season two, enjoy returning to the most powerful moments from these episodes. And if you’re tuning in for the first time, let this compilation point you to some must-listen episodes for your podcast queue.Make sure you listen to the end of the episode to hear about her new project Hey, Black Seattle! Episode Resources:Hey, Black Seattle!Contact Info:Email hosting & speaker booking inquiries for Kiesha to info @ kieshagarrison.coFollow Kiesha on LinkedIn: @kieshagarrisonFollow Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrisonDirectly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmoPayPal.Me

In this inspiring final interview of the season, Kiesha talks with Rhonda Joy McLean, a celebrated attorney, entrepreneur, leadership consultant, and co-author of The Little Black Book of Success.Rhonda shares her family heritage and pivotal life lessons, including her experience of integrating a school at age thirteen in the Jim Crow South.Kiesha and Rhonda also discuss high achievement, depression, and mental health — making this episode a must-listen for anyone wondering how successful individuals prioritize their mental and emotional well-being.Rhonda is a phenomenal human who offers her wisdom with an open heart. She is sisterhood with a capital “S”. Tune in to learn from her story! Episode Resources:Visit Rhonda’s WebsiteFollow Rhonda on InstagramFollow Rhonda on LinkedInBuy The Little Black Book of SuccessContact Info:Email hosting & speaker booking inquiries for Kiesha to info @ kieshagarrison.coFollow Kiesha on LinkedIn: @kieshagarrisonFollow Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrisonDirectly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmoPayPal.Me

In this moving and thought-provoking interview, Kiesha talks with poet and educator Dr. Lauri Conner. Together, they explore the value of personal reflection in shaping character and discuss freer, more open-minded ways to think about education. Dr. Conner also reflects on her young life and shares some vulnerable and difficult lessons she learned, leading to a discussion on the importance of compassion & accountability.Dr. Conner is a Cave Canem fellow whose poems have appeared in Calyx, Seattle Review, and other journals and anthologies. She holds a Ph.D. and an MFA from the University of Washington and has taught at Cornish College of the Arts, Antioch University, Seattle Central College, and Seattle Academy. Now, as the Head of School at Lake Washington Girls Middle School, Dr. Conner uses her past experiences to help understand and shape her students for the better. Her inquisitive spirit, love for Toni Morrison’s Song of Solomon, and ability to share what she’s learned make this an episode you don’t want to miss! Episode Resources:Follow Dr. Lauri Conner on LinkedInOrder *Song of Solomon* by Toni MorrisonContact Info:Email hosting & speaker booking inquiries for Kiesha to info @ kieshagarrison.coFollow Kiesha on LinkedIn: @kieshagarrisonFollow Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrisonDirectly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmoPayPal.Me

In this episode, Kiesha is joined by Dr. Amber Thornton, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Default Parenting + Millennial Motherhood Wellness Expert, and the Founder of Balanced Working Mama, where the mission is to support millennial mothers in creating a life of more balance and wellness.It is important that we - for our individual and collective wellbeing - break free from confining social norms and cultural conditioning that don’t serve us.  And this is why Dr. Amber is a person I appreciate deeply because that is exactly what she helps people do. Her current teaching is focused on undoing the prevalence of default parenting syndrome.  Tune in to learn how default parenting can lead to a type of life that makes it easy to lose yourself and your dreams.  Together, we discuss the power of crafting a life that includes space for you to learn yourself and to have what you need to thrive. We also highlight the importance of effective communication and questioning societal expectations.You better tune in and learn more about supporting the parents in your community!Episode Resources:Visit Dr. Amber’s WebsiteFollow Dr. Amber on InstagramFollow Dr. Amber on TikTokListen to the Balanced Working Mama PodcastContact Info:Email hosting & speaker booking inquiries for Kiesha to info @ kieshagarrison.coFollow Kiesha on LinkedIn: @kieshagarrisonFollow Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrison Directly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmoPayPal.Me

In this solo episode, Kiesha reflects on why we should love all parts of ourselves and live our layers.She explores a few common ways we lose touch with ourselves. And offers suggestions for returning and reconnecting, time and time again.She also shares an exercise for figuring out when and where you’re denying yourself so you can connect with your ideal self and your most supportive community.Grab some pen and paper, then tune in to learn how to love your layers. And if you want to share anything that comes up, find Kiesha on social media @kiesha_garrison. Contact Info:Email hosting & speaker booking inquiries for Kiesha to info @ kieshagarrison.coFollow Kiesha on LinkedIn: @kieshagarrisonFollow Kiesha on IG: @kiesha_garrison Directly support the podcast financially:Cash AppVenmoPayPal.Me