Depth & Candor

Hiwote

What does it really take to live a joyful and impactful life? On Depth & Candor, seasoned interviewer and purpose-driven professional Hiwote Getaneh sits down for intimate, unfiltered conversations with change-makers of color who are redefining success on their own terms. This is for ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking to align their work with their deeper purpose - whether you're just starting out, pivoting careers, or scaling your impact. Listen in each week as Hiwote talks to guests like Jovian Zayne, founder of the "On Purpose" Movement; Myleik Teele, founder and CEO of CurlBOX; and Sherryl Dorsey, technology journalist and founder of ThePLUG daily. Each episode reveals the real strategies, mindset shifts, and breakthrough moments that turn vision into meaningful impact. depthandcandor.substack.com

  1. You Deserve Your Wildest Dreams ft. Fallon Carter

    12/04/2019

    You Deserve Your Wildest Dreams ft. Fallon Carter

    Welcome to Depth & Candor, the podcast that explores how change-makers of color define and live out their purpose through their careers, side hustles, and entrepreneurial contributions. I’m your host, Hiwote Getaneh, and I’m thrilled to take you with me as I talk to incredible innovators about what it really takes to do impactful work and live a life you love.  Today’s story is about deserving. It’s about believing that you are worthy of whatever your heart desires.  Today’s guest, Fallon Carter, is the owner and principal planner at Fallon Carter Weddings + Events. After graduating with a degree in Political Science + on her way to Law School, Fallon had a career change of heart after assisting a friend with her wedding in Paris.  Tune in to listen to her incredible story.  Libsyn promo code for podcast creators: This episode is brought to you by Libsyn, a podcast hosting platform. Use promo code VIBRANT to host your podcast for free for 2 months.  This episode is for you if you are curious to learn: - Why understanding that you are worthy is fundamental in the pursuit of your goals - How Fallon manages her mindset, which has allowed her to grow her business and improve her physical health   - How Fallon started and grew her business over the last ten years  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit depthandcandor.substack.com

    54 min
  2. Mama Banna - Moving the Culture into the Future

    11/11/2019

    Mama Banna - Moving the Culture into the Future

    SHOW NOTES Welcome to Depth & Candor, the podcast that explores how change-makers of color define and live out their purpose through their careers, side hustles, and entrepreneurial contributions. Today, I’m talking to Banna Girmay, the creative director of Mamma Banna, which is a streetwear line inspired by the coasts and cultures of Southern California and East Africa alike. Specifically, Mama Banna aims to highlight and amplify creatives in the diaspora who are pushing the culture into the future.   THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE CURIOUS TO LEARN: How she started a clothing line that moves the culture forward How she tested potential career paths before she took the leap into entrepreneurship How being an outsider in the fashion industry became her biggest asset   LIBSYN: This podcast is brought to you by Libsyn, which is a podcast hosting site. If you’ve been listening to this podcast for a while and you are considering starting your own podcast, get a free month on Libsyn by using the promo code “VIBRANT” all one word.    RESOURCES:  How's Work podcast (by Esther Perel) Co-star astrology Astrotwins Susan Miller's Astrozone   CONNECT WITH BANNA GIRMAY: Instagram: @mamabanna   Website: mamabanna.com    CONNECT WITH ME: Subscribe to the weekly newsletter on Depthandcandor.com/subscribe Instagram: @Depthandcandor Facebook: Depth and Candor Depth & Candor is now on Spotify, iTunes, & Stitcher This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit depthandcandor.substack.com

    43 min
  3. How to Side Hustle Like a Pro with Nicaila Matthews Okome

    09/16/2019

    How to Side Hustle Like a Pro with Nicaila Matthews Okome

    SHOW NOTES Welcome to Depth & Candor, the podcast that explores how change-makers of color define and live out their purpose through their careers, side hustles, and entrepreneurial contributions. Today, I’m talking to Nicaila Matthews Okome, who is the Creator and Host of Side Hustle Pro podcast, the first and only podcast to spotlight bold, black women entrepreneurs who have scaled from side hustle to profitable business. She is also the Founder of Podcast Moguls, a podcasting accelerator program that shines a light on untold narratives.    THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE CURIOUS TO LEARN: How she used her side hustles to help her identify a career path  How she stayed consistent with her side hustle while she was working at NPR How she quit her job to work on her podcast full-time     SKILLSHARE: This episode is brought to you by Skillshare, an online learning platform. Use promo code “DEPTHANDCANDORFREE”  to two free months on Skillshare.     RESOURCES:   Goal Getter Action Plan One of the most profound lessons she learned was from Jaqueline Monaluchi - check out the episode here. ColorNoir app (iOS + Android) Podcast Moguls SideHustlePro.co   CONNECT WITH NICAILA: Instagram: @sidehustlepro  Twitter:@sidehustlepro  Facebook:@sidehustlepro     CONNECT WITH ME: Subscribe to the weekly newsletter on Depthandcandor.com/subscribe Instagram: @Depthandcandor Facebook: Depth and Candor Depth & Candor is now on Spotify, iTunes, & Stitcher This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit depthandcandor.substack.com

    42 min
  4. Move, Shaker, Candlemaker - How One Entrepreneur is Building Her Empire by Following Her Flame (ft. Teri Johnson)

    07/11/2019

    Move, Shaker, Candlemaker - How One Entrepreneur is Building Her Empire by Following Her Flame (ft. Teri Johnson)

    SHOW NOTES Welcome to Depth & Candor, the podcast that explores how change-makers of color define and live out their purpose through their careers, side hustles, and entrepreneurial contributions. Today, I’m talking to Teri Johnson who has built an incredible life as an entrepreneur and an adventurer. She is a travel and lifestyle expert producing content on TV and digital platforms, and the founder of Harlem Candle Company. Tune in to hear her incredible story!   SKILLSHARE: This episode is brought to you by Skillshare, an online learning platform. Use promo code “DEPTHANDCANDORFREE”  to two free months on Skillshare.   THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE CURIOUS TO LEARN: from someone who has been in the travel influencer game for over almost a decade about a unique daily gratitude practice that helps Teri build a life she loves how she transitioned out of her 9-5 into working for herself   RESOURCES: Harlem Candle Company - use code Harlem15 for 15% off HarlemCandleCompany.com   CONNECT WITH TERI: Instagram: @travelistateri or @harlemcandlecompany Twitter: @travelistateri or @harlemcandles Facebook: @travelistateri or @harlemcandlecompany   CONNECT WITH ME: Subscribe to the weekly newsletter on Depthandcandor.com/subscribe Instagram: @Depthandcandor Facebook: Depth and Candor Depth & Candor is now on Spotify, iTunes, & Stitcher This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit depthandcandor.substack.com

    52 min

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What does it really take to live a joyful and impactful life? On Depth & Candor, seasoned interviewer and purpose-driven professional Hiwote Getaneh sits down for intimate, unfiltered conversations with change-makers of color who are redefining success on their own terms. This is for ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking to align their work with their deeper purpose - whether you're just starting out, pivoting careers, or scaling your impact. Listen in each week as Hiwote talks to guests like Jovian Zayne, founder of the "On Purpose" Movement; Myleik Teele, founder and CEO of CurlBOX; and Sherryl Dorsey, technology journalist and founder of ThePLUG daily. Each episode reveals the real strategies, mindset shifts, and breakthrough moments that turn vision into meaningful impact. depthandcandor.substack.com