The Q-Chat Podcast: Self-Love and Empowerment Conversations for Queens

Shronda Armstrong of Geaux Queen Media

Recently ranked #41 on Feedspot’s Top 100 Women Empowerment Podcasts, The Q-Chat is the official podcast of the Geaux Queen brand, where we celebrate and uplift women of color through raw, real, and purpose-driven conversations. Hosted by Shronda Armstrong, each episode highlights powerful stories, self-love, mental wellness, entrepreneurship, and the lived experiences of women making a difference in their communities and beyond. Join the conversation that honors healing, empowerment, and positive representation—one candid episode at a time. “From vision to victory, she moves with purpose!"

  1. The Q-Chat REBROADCAST Ep. 161 "Geaux Quench Experience" Featuring Christina S. Johnson

    11/04/2025

    The Q-Chat REBROADCAST Ep. 161 "Geaux Quench Experience" Featuring Christina S. Johnson

    The Q-Chat Ep 161: Christina Johnson on Self-Love, Self-Forgiveness & Healing Generational Wounds Rebroadcast — originally aired March 8, 2023 Fresh from recovery, Shronda sits down with Christina Johnson (VH1’s Atlanta Exes), a life coach, designer, and faith-filled creator whose platform centers on self-love, self-forgiveness, and intentional living. Christina opens up about growing up amid domestic violence, becoming a teen mom, and unlearning generational patterns—then shares how discernment, gratitude, and speaking life transformed everything. From navigating people-pleasing and “guarding vs. blocking,” to parenting daughters through honesty and safety, to her powerful Graves’ disease healing testimony and “mustard seed” faith practice, this conversation is a masterclass in choosing love, setting boundaries, and creating the future you deserve. Highlights to listen for: Healing the “little girl” within & breaking generational cycles Boundaries without guilt: guarding vs. blocking your heart Recovering from people-pleasing and trusting discernment Motherhood, safe conversations, and telling the truth with love Faith, gratitude, and speaking life (test → testimony) Reinventing purpose through creativity and service Connect with Christina:Website: christinasjohnson.comDesign: designmyinvestment.comIG: @christinajohnson_ • FB: Christina Johnson • X: @innerpiece *If this blessed you, share it with a friend and leave a review for The Q-Chat. 💗 Full Podcast: The Q-Chat Podcast – Self-Love & Empowerment Conversations for Queens Hosted by Shronda Armstrong of Geaux Queen Media www.geauxqueen.com Follow on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theqchat_podcast/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iam_geauxqueen/⁠  Sponsored by Queen’s Arrogance LLC (c) #TheQChat #GeauxQueen #BlackWomenPodcasters #HealingJourney #SelfLove #WomenEmpowerment

    1h 11m
  2. 08/26/2025

    The Q-Chat Ep. 218 Geaux Beyond the Facade: The Truth About Empowerment Groups and Real Friendships

    In this powerful solo episode of The Q-Chat, Shronda Armstrong gets raw and unfiltered about the reality of modern “empowerment groups” and the challenges of building authentic friendships as women. While some spaces are genuine and life-giving, others can feel performative or rooted in unhealed wounds. Shronda shares her personal experiences creating authentic community through Pink Reign, while also diving into the pressures women face to connect, please, and call everyone a “friend.” This episode is a deep reflection on boundaries, discernment, and the role of self-love in choosing the right relationships. Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Empowerment and Authentic Connections 05:54 – Navigating Friendships and Boundaries 11:58 – The Impact of Unhealed Wounds 18:04 – The Pressure of Female Friendships 24:01 – Understanding Boundaries in Empowerment Groups 30:09 – The Importance of Self-Love and Discernment Listen now to discover: Why some “empowerment” spaces fall short of their promise How unhealed wounds shape women’s friendships Why setting and respecting boundaries is essential The pressure women face to be “friends with everyone” How self-love fuels authentic connections and helps you discern what spaces and people are right for you Connect with Shronda at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember—self-love is the fuel to be a good friend, a vessel for others, and to know when it’s time to step away. Geaux Love Ya'self!

    53 min
  3. 07/29/2025

    The Q-Chat Ep. 217 Geaux Be Love: Tari Elegele on Grief, Growth, and Bravo's "Kings Court"

    In this heartfelt episode of The Q-Chat, host Shronda Armstrong sits down with model, mother, and Bravo's King’s Court cast member Tari Elegele. From growing up in a large family to facing grief, single motherhood, and reclaiming her voice, Tari opens up about her real-life journey to self-love and healing. She shares how losing her first love reshaped her world, how she found the strength to open her heart again, and why self-love became her foundation. Vulnerable, raw, and empowering, this episode is a reminder that you are love, and that healing starts within. 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Tari Elegele01:30 – Modeling Beginnings and Her Mother’s Influence02:35 – Growing Up in a Large Family & Humble Roots05:15 – Cultural Identity & Dual Heritage06:20 – Challenges in Modeling as a Woman of Color10:13 – Career Highlights: From Volkswagen to WhatsApp12:52 – Letting Go of the 9–5 & Embracing Authenticity17:30 – Grief, Loss, and the Story of Troy23:40 – Choosing to Open Her Heart to Love Again29:15 – Saying Yes to King’s Court32:33 – Insecurity, Singleness & Self-Worth38:00 – Building Sisterhood on Reality TV41:04 – Self-Love, Reflection & Daily Affirmation45:16 – Tari’s Closing Words: “I Am Love” Connect with Shronda at ⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember: Geaux reclaim your power. Geaux walk in your truth. And most importantly—Geaux love ya’self. Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment. Visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@iam_geauxqueen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@theqchat_podcast⁠⁠⁠

    53 min
  4. 07/22/2025

    The Q-Chat Ep. 216 Geaux Reflection & Memorandum: Living Fully, Loving Deeply

    In this raw and vulnerable solo episode of The Q-Chat, host Shronda Armstrong invites listeners into a deeply personal space of reflection following the unexpected passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner. With heavy hearts and open minds, we explore the impact of sudden loss—not just of a beloved figure many of us grew up with, but of time, opportunity, and the unspoken words we often leave behind. Shronda shares candid thoughts on mortality, grief, and how celebrity deaths can stir something profound within us. This conversation journeys through the importance of mending relationships, letting go of resentment, and choosing to live each day with intention. From her own challenges with forgiveness to the urgency of honoring our loved ones while they’re still here, this episode is an emotional reminder of how fragile life truly is. As you listen, you’ll be encouraged to reevaluate your connections, cherish your time, walk in your purpose, and find joy in the present moment—even on the hard days. Because in the end, death reminds us of one simple truth: we must live while we’re still here. Timestamps: 00:00 – Reflections on Mortality and Celebrity Deaths 11:31 – The Impact of Death on Personal Relationships 21:14 – Living with Purpose and Gratitude 31:32 – Embracing Life and Overcoming Fear 41:55 – Closing Message: Live, Love, and Geaux Love Ya’self Connect with Shronda at ⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember: Geaux reclaim your power. Geaux walk in your truth. And most importantly—Geaux love ya’self. 💗👑 Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment. Visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@iam_geauxqueen⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠@theqchat_podcast⁠⁠⁠

    44 min
5
out of 5
51 Ratings

About

Recently ranked #41 on Feedspot’s Top 100 Women Empowerment Podcasts, The Q-Chat is the official podcast of the Geaux Queen brand, where we celebrate and uplift women of color through raw, real, and purpose-driven conversations. Hosted by Shronda Armstrong, each episode highlights powerful stories, self-love, mental wellness, entrepreneurship, and the lived experiences of women making a difference in their communities and beyond. Join the conversation that honors healing, empowerment, and positive representation—one candid episode at a time. “From vision to victory, she moves with purpose!"