Roots and Rhythm Podcast

Vladimir Louissaint and Angie Thomas

At Roots and Rhythm, we are dedicated to sharing the rich tapestry of our lived experiences. Through heartfelt stories about marriage, relationships, and parenting, we aim to create a space where listeners can find connection, understanding, and inspiration. Our mission is to celebrate the diverse journeys that shape our lives, fostering a sense of community and belonging for all. Join us as we explore the rhythms of life, one story at a time.

  1. All I Want for Christmas is Peace | Navigating Holiday Gatherings, Conflicts, & Self-Care | Episode 26

    4D AGO

    All I Want for Christmas is Peace | Navigating Holiday Gatherings, Conflicts, & Self-Care | Episode 26

    Share your thoughts with us! The holidays are supposed to be joyful… but for many of us, they bring tension, grief, unresolved family dynamics, and unspoken expectations. In Episode 26 of the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, Vlad and Angie sit with the truth of the season and ask a powerful question:  What would it look like to choose PEACE this Christmas? In this episode, we explore: The emotional weight of family dynamics during the holidaysParenting pressures and gender roles that show up at family gatheringsHow social media fuels comparison, isolation, and unrealistic expectationsWhy the holidays can be especially difficult for single individualsThe importance of confronting—not avoiding—family conflictHow to intentionally build community when family feels complicatedWhy life is fleeting and relationships deserve our presence nowThis is an honest, grounding conversation for anyone navigating holiday stress, grief, or complicated relationships—and a reminder that peace is something we can choose, even when circumstances aren’t perfect. Sound Bites ""The present should be their presence."" ""You can carve out time for yourself."" ""Stop avoiding your conflicts."" 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. 🔗 LISTEN & CONNECT 🌐 Website: https://www.rootsandrhythmpodcast.com  🎙 Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rootsandrhythmpodcast 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootsandrhythmpod 📘 RESOURCES & SUPPORT 📖 The Embrace Method by Vladimir Louissaint 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Embrace-Method-leverage-trauma-dreams/dp/B0CM3V2K5X 👕 Gallon Gear (Support mental health & community) Use code STAYROOTED 👉 htt 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 6m
  2. Runaway Love: Responsibility & Real Talk | Diddy, IPV, & Modern Relationships | Episode #25

    DEC 12

    Runaway Love: Responsibility & Real Talk | Diddy, IPV, & Modern Relationships | Episode #25

    Share your thoughts with us! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic language and discussions of violence, intimate partner violence (IPV), and domestic violence (DV). Viewer and listener discretion is strongly advised. If you or someone you love is experiencing DV/IPV, please use the resources listed at the bottom of this description. This week on Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive into the cultural conversations shaking the internet – starting with “Diddy: The Reckoning” and the larger implications for intimate partner violence, masculinity, accountability, and power dynamics. Together, Vlad and Angie break down: The cultural impact of the documentary and why it triggered such a strong public responseHow IPV shows up across communities and generationsThe responsibility men hold in shaping safe, accountable environmentsThe dangers of enabling harmful patterns behind closed doorsWhat healthy masculinity should look likeThey also unpack the ongoing viral conversation surrounding Nelly & Ashanti’s co-parenting dynamic, including Nelly’s public statement about refusing to change diapers — and what this reveals about gender roles, fatherhood, emotional labor, and identity development. This episode is raw, honest, and rooted deeply in the work Vlad and Angie champion: healing, accountability, generational awareness, and emotional maturity. 🌐 Visit Our Website: https://www.rootsandrhythmpodcast.com 🎙 Want to be a guest on Roots & Rhythm and receive live coaching? Email us at: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com We’d love to feature your story, your questions, and your journey. 🔗 AFFILIATE LINKS Gallon Gear (SAVE 20% with code STAYROOTED) https://gallongear.com/?ref=ROOTSANDRHYTHM The 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 14m
  3. Why Does She Stay? Life After Divorce, Why We Leave, & What No One Tells You | Episode #24

    DEC 5

    Why Does She Stay? Life After Divorce, Why We Leave, & What No One Tells You | Episode #24

    Share your thoughts with us! In this week’s episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive deep into the alarming realities of modern divorce: why people stay longer than they should, why they eventually leave, and what life looks like after the paperwork is signed. Drawing from their own childhood experiences as products of divorce, they unpack: Why 40–50% of first marriages end in divorceWhy second and third marriages fail at even higher ratesThe emotional, financial, and psychological reasons people stayWhy women often leave mentally years before they leave physicallyThe role of childhood trauma, identity, and cultural expectationsThe truth about “the seven-year itch”What healing after divorce actually requiresHow to break cycles and avoid repeating the same patterns in your next relationshipWhether you’re divorced, divorcing, thinking about leaving, or simply curious about the emotional roots behind relationship breakdowns — this episode offers truth, compassion, and the deeper insights nobody talks about. Affiliate Links & Support Rooted Businesses 📘 Order Vlad’s book, The Embrace Method https://www.amazon.com/Embrace-Method-leverage-trauma-dreams/dp/B0CM3V2K5X 💧 Gallon Gear — SAVE 20% with code STAYROOTED https://gallongear.com/discount/STAYROOTED 🎙️ Want to be a guest on Roots & Rhythm or receive live coaching? Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com Follow the podcast:  IG: @rootsandrhythmpod YouTube: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 2m
  4. Grief and Gravy: How to Embrace New Traditions While Healing Your Holiday Wounds | Episode 23

    NOV 28

    Grief and Gravy: How to Embrace New Traditions While Healing Your Holiday Wounds | Episode 23

    Share your thoughts with us! In this heartfelt post-Thanksgiving episode, Vlad and Angie dive into the complex emotions many of us carry into the holiday season—especially those who grew up in chaotic or unstable households. As the holidays approach, old wounds, unmet expectations, and complicated family patterns can resurface. This conversation reminds listeners that healing is possible and that new traditions can be created with intention, love, and emotional awareness. Vlad and Angie open up about: Childhood holiday experiences marked by chaos, grief, or uncertaintyHow unresolved childhood wounds show up during the holidaysThe emotional reality of being adult children navigating family expectationsParenting during the holiday season while healing your inner childBreaking generational cycles to create new, healthy traditionsHonoring the past without letting it dictate your presentBuilding a holiday season rooted in peace, values, and emotional safetyIf the holidays bring up more pressure than joy, this episode will help you feel seen, grounded, and empowered to redefine the season on your own terms. 🎧 Tune in as we explore the rhythms of healing, one beat at a time. 🎙️ BE A GUEST ON ROOTS & RHYTHM! We are inviting listeners to join us LIVE on the podcast for real-time coaching and heartfelt conversation. Email us at: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 🔗 AFFILIATES Support the show and save BIG with our partners: 🥤 GALLON GEAR SAVE 20% OFF your Gallon Gear purchase using code STAYROOTED https://gallongear.com/discount/STAYROOTED 🌿 FOLLOW ROOTS & RHYTHM Stay connected with Vlad & Angie: 📸 Instagram — https://instagram.com/rootsandrhythmpod ▶️ YouTube — Roots & Rhythm Podcast 🎙️ All Platforms — Roots & Rhythm Po 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 12m
  5. It Takes a Village: How We Intentionally Created Our Family & Why It's Important | Episode 22

    NOV 21

    It Takes a Village: How We Intentionally Created Our Family & Why It's Important | Episode 22

    Share your thoughts with us! EPISODE 22: “From Acquaintances to Family — Choosing Our Village, Raising Our Kids, and Protecting Our Values” This week on Roots & Rhythm, Angie returns to join Vlad for a heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply grounding conversation about how they went from acquaintances… to family. They break down: How intentional friendship became a village rooted in love, accountability, and shared valuesWhat it took to integrate their spouses and wider circle into a healthy, supportive community for their kidsWhy “Parents Night Out” turned into an unforgettable memoryThe truth about who raised them growing up—neighbors, aunties, uncles, and the “unofficial” family members who shaped their characterWhat they’re choosing to repeat… and what they’re intentionally changing for the next generationIf you’ve ever wondered how to build a tribe of friends who become family—this episode is your blueprint. 💥 WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE PODCAST? For the first time ever, we’re inviting listeners to join us live on the show for a real-time conversation or LIVE coaching session with Angie and Vlad. Whether you're healing, navigating relationships, parenting, identity, or growth — we want to hear from YOU. 📩 Email us to be considered: rootsandrhythmpodcast@gmail.com 🔗 SPONSOR LINKS 💧 Gallon Gear — SAVE 20% OFF YOUR PURCHASE https://gallongear.com/?ref=VladLouissaint USE CODE: STAYROOTED 🌐 CONNECT WITH US IG: @rootsandrhythmpod  YouTube: Roots & Rhythm Podcast  TikTok: @rootsandrhythmpod  Website: www.rootsandrhythmpodcast.com 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 15m
  6. Bloodline |Breaking the Cycle: Healing from Generational Dysfunction | Episode 21

    NOV 14

    Bloodline |Breaking the Cycle: Healing from Generational Dysfunction | Episode 21

    Share your thoughts with us! This week on Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie tackle one of the most important conversations yet — how to break free from generational dysfunction. From questioning faith and parental influence to learning empathy and setting emotional boundaries, this dialogue explores the layers of healing required to change the narrative for future generations. 🔑 Top Takeaways: Understand where your parents’ pain came from.Break patterns of dysfunction with intention.Practice compassion as a form of self-healing.Don’t pass down what you never healed.🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms.  💬 Follow us on Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 🌍 Visit us online: rootsandrhythmpodcast.com #GenerationalTrauma #HealingTogether #FamilyHealing #PodcastForGrowth #RootsAndRhythm 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 1m
  7. Many Men | Vulnerability, Masculinity & the Patriarchy with Cordan James Haveron | Episode 20

    NOV 7

    Many Men | Vulnerability, Masculinity & the Patriarchy with Cordan James Haveron | Episode 20

    Share your thoughts with us! In this powerful episode of Roots & Rhythm, we sit down with Cordan James Haveron (@cordanjamesspeaks) to explore what it truly means to be a man in today’s world. Together, we unpack themes of male vulnerability, the impact of the patriarchy on masculinity, and how healing from childhood trauma can lead to authentic leadership and wholeness.  Cordan opens up about his experience as a transracial adoptee, navigating out-of-home care, and reclaiming his identity as a Black man adopted into a white family—forging resilience through dislocation, service, and purpose. We dive into questions like: How does our upbringing shape our relationship with masculinity and power?What happens when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable instead of “strong all the time”?In what ways does the patriarchy hurt men as much as it hurts women—and how can we heal it?How can transracial adoptees reclaim culture, identity, and belonging in a world that often says they don’t fit?If you’re committed to growth, honest conversation, and the messy yet beautiful work of healing—to lead from a place of compassion, acceptance, and patience—this episode is for you.Explore Cordan's mentorship programs, speaking engagements, story of resilience, and resources for fathers, youth, and adoptees. 🌐 Find Cordan Online: www.cordanjames.com 📸 Follow: @cordanjamesspeaks 💚 SUPPORT THE SHOW ➡️ https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469020/support 🛍️ SHOP OUR AFFILIATES: • 💪🏽 Natural E-Man Supplements – Fuel Your Body & Mind • 👟 Stand Shoes – Walk in Purpose, Stand in Strength • 💧 GALLON GEAR – SAVE 20% OFF YOUR GALLON GEAR PURCHASE! 🎧 Follow @rootsandrhythmpod — Exploring the rhythms of life, one beat at a t 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    1h 20m
  8. The Healing Trap: When Self-Work Becomes Self-Sabotage | Episode 19

    OCT 31

    The Healing Trap: When Self-Work Becomes Self-Sabotage | Episode 19

    Share your thoughts with us! In this week’s episode of the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, hosts Vlad & Angie explore a question that many of us avoid asking: How much healing is “enough” before entering a relationship? They dive deep into the modern obsession with “doing the work,” unpacking how the healing journey can either prepare us for love — or become an excuse to avoid vulnerability altogether. 💔✨ Topics include: Is healing a destination or a lifelong process?How “I’m still healing” can be a form of self-protectionThe difference between solitude and isolationHow healed is healed enough for love?🎙️ Tune in now for an honest, funny, and heartfelt conversation that will challenge your views on healing, relationships, and readiness for love. 💌 SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469020/support 🌳 Follow Us: Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod YouTube: Roots & Rhythm Podcast Website: www.rootsandrhythmpod.com 📖 About The Embrace Method Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential. 👉 Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level. I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group. Ready to feel like your full self again? Tap in 👇🏾 👉🏾 https://affiliates.naturaleman.com Use our affiliate code "ADX" and save 15% Off STAND+! Get your next pair: https://www.standshoes.com/discount/ADX Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm! We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community! 🔗 Follow Us & Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @rootsandrhythmpod 📘 Facebook: Roots and Rhythm Podcast 📧 Email us: rootsandrhythmpod@gmail.com 📝 Have a story to share or a topic you’d love us to explore? Send us a message—we’d love to hear from you! 🌱 Roots and Rhythm — Where we explore the rhythms of life, one beat at a time.

    50 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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5 Ratings

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At Roots and Rhythm, we are dedicated to sharing the rich tapestry of our lived experiences. Through heartfelt stories about marriage, relationships, and parenting, we aim to create a space where listeners can find connection, understanding, and inspiration. Our mission is to celebrate the diverse journeys that shape our lives, fostering a sense of community and belonging for all. Join us as we explore the rhythms of life, one story at a time.