Diva Tonight with Carlene Humphrey

Carlene Humphrey
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Diva Tonight is a podcast for women in their 40s who are navigating relationships, friendships, and family while continuing to grow, evolve, and ask bigger questions about their lives. Hosted by Carlene Humphrey, in our episodes we explore love, friendships and family dynamics and generational trauma.  Diva Tonight creates space for honest dialogue, learning, and reflection—because women in their 40s deserve conversations that honor where they’ve been and where they’re going. Want to be a guest on Diva Tonight with Carlene Humphrey? Send Carlene Humphrey a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/divaontheradio

  1. 12h ago

    Black Excellence in Family Organization with Dr. Shelley Jones-Holt

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  2. 6d ago

    The Friendship Breakup that Nobody Talks About -- Susan Shapiro on Female Friendships

    A single friendship can hold your secrets, your history, and your sense of who you are and it can still fall apart over one moment of betrayal. We sit down with author and journalist Susan Shapiro Barash to talk about the real life dynamics that shape female friendship: the trust we expect, the loyalty we assume, and the quiet ways a close friend can stop feeling safe. From the awkward misunderstandings that spark drama to the painful ruptures that end “best friends forever,” we get honest about what women actually endure in long-term friendships. Susan shares insights from interviewing women across ages, backgrounds, and regions, and she explains why friendship can be harder to leave than a romantic relationship. We unpack the patterns that show up again and again: the faithless friend who lets a third party wedge you apart, the green-eyed friend whose jealousy turns your success into tension, the wayward friend whose risky behavior puts you in impossible situations, and the “thieving” friend at work who crosses lines with your ideas or your personal life. We also talk about group dynamics, sister relationships versus chosen friendships, and why so many of us feel obligated to stay even when the friendship has become suboptimal. COVID comes up as a major reset, pushing people to reflect on what they owe themselves and what they owe each other. Susan also shares the kinds of questions she uses to help readers evaluate a friendship with clarity and compassion, including whether expectations are realistic, whether respect is mutual, and why we cling to a perfect-friend fantasy the way we cling to a perfect-partner fantasy. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s time to set a boundary, step back, or fully end a friendship, this conversation gives language for what you’re feeling and a path forward. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find Diva Tonight. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  3. Aug 20

    From the Archives-- Beyond the Mom Label ( Nicole & Marie)

    This episode originally aired in August of 2025 Motherhood can be the best thing you do and still be the hardest job you’ve ever had, especially when the systems around parenting make everything heavier than it needs to be. We sit down with Nicole and Marie for a real conversation about what happens before and after the baby arrives: postpartum complications, medical trauma, the fourth trimester that nobody treats like it matters, and the mental load that follows you into every “normal” day. Nicole shares what a home birth feels like when care is centered on the parent, then compares it to giving birth in a hospital abroad where the rules and routines shift fast. Marie talks about entrepreneurship, back-to-back pregnancies, and how support from family and friends can be the thin line between coping and collapsing. Along the way, we get into what it means to raise kids with grit and self-trust, how to talk to sensitive kids about being disliked without crushing their confidence, and why there’s no universal parenting manual that actually works. We also zoom out into the bigger picture: having kids later in life, the tradeoff between energy and wisdom, work-life balance, remote work, and why we refuse the idea that motherhood must replace your identity. If you’ve been searching for honest parenting stories, postpartum preeclampsia insight, home birth perspectives, or realistic advice for becoming a parent in your 40s, this one goes there with humor and zero performative perfection. Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find us. What part of modern parenting feels the most broken to you right now? Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  4. Aug 16

    From the Archives--Faith, Fortitude, and Financial Wisdom at 40 (Kimone Clunis)

    The Best of Diva Tonight ♥️  Original air date April 2025 Turning 40 doesn’t magically change who you are, but it can change what you’re willing to tolerate. Carlene sits down with her friend Kimone for a real conversation about the mental switch that happens when you step into your 40s and start asking better questions: Who am I now? What do I actually want? What expectations am I ready to drop? Camone shares her story as a woman of faith, from growing up in a Christian home to developing a firsthand belief that shapes how she handles fear, relationships, and the constant negativity in the news feed. We talk honestly about the pressure to be married by 40, fertility anxiety, and the way statistics can mess with your mindset, especially for Black women navigating pregnancy conversations. The goal isn’t denial, it’s refusing to let fear pick your partner or rush your timeline. We also get practical about building a life that feels good today: finding contentment whether kids happen or not, investing in friendships and community, embracing seasons, and making career moves when the timing is right. Kimone breaks down why she went back to school later, what she’s learned in hospitality and event planning, and why “don’t burn bridges” is more than a saying. Then we land on a topic we all need more of: financial literacy for women, saving, investing early, and paying yourself first so your future self can breathe. If this conversation resonates, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a review so more women can find Diva Tonight. What’s one myth about turning 40 you’re ready to let go of? Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  5. Aug 5

    From the Archives-- Relationships, Divorce and love with Keren Eldad

    Certainty can feel safe, but it can also make you blind. Tonight, I’m joined by coach and speaker Keren Eldad to talk about the moments that flip your story, from a TED Talk lesson on assumptions to the real-world truths of love, abuse, and starting over. We get into the Tina Turner documentary and what it means to survive an emotionally abusive and physically abusive relationship, especially when people around you “can’t tell” anything is wrong. Keren shares the early red flags she wishes everyone would take seriously, why insulting you is never “small,” and how self-worth is the difference between staying stuck and getting free. We also talk about why “settling” is not love, no matter what age pressure says. Then we shift to practical dating advice you can use right now: how to believe in soulmates without ignoring reality, why soulmate relationships are supposed to feel easy, and how to stop doing all the heavy lifting when you’re dating. We even go into pandemic dating, online dating on Tinder, and why a mindset shift can open doors that feel closed. Plus, Keren breaks down how to land a TED Talk, pitch your idea, and rehearse so hard your nerves do not run the show. If you want grounded relationship coaching, real talk about resilience, and a reminder that love can find you at any age, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with the biggest takeaway you’re applying next. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  6. Jul 29

    From the Archives- A Conversation with Kirani James: 400 Metre Track Star- Nutmeg Nation Exclusive

    A tiny island can create a huge moment, and Kirani James is living proof. We talk with the first Olympic gold medalist for Grenada about the real story behind the medals: a childhood in Gouyave, the fishing town routines that shaped him, and the early trips abroad where he realized he could line up with the best in Caribbean athletics and win.  We get into the part most fans wonder about but rarely hear explained clearly: what happens mentally when the starter pistol fires. Karani breaks down how he stays locked in on strategy, how the pressure builds in the days before a major meet, and why representing a small nation can feel like both pride and responsibility. If you love Olympic track and field, the 400m, or peak performance mindset, you’ll hear how focus becomes a skill you train like speed.  Kirani also shares the behind-the-scenes realities of a professional season as he prepares for Paris: training in Arizona for consistent weather, building a race schedule, and doubling down on the fundamentals like recovery, diet, and injury prevention. Then we shift to health and resilience as he opens up about being diagnosed with Graves disease, navigating uncertainty, and learning to listen to his body instead of powering through every warning sign.  If this conversation gives you something to think about, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs motivation, and leave a review. What part of Karani’s journey hit you the hardest? Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  7. Jul 23

    From Trapeze School To Therapy Through Creativity- Mari Reisberg

    She got sent to trapeze school at three years old, and somehow that makes perfect sense once you meet Mari Riesberg. Mari is a creativity cultivator, licensed professional counselor, and the host of the Sustaining Creativity Podcast, and our conversation turns “being creative” from a vague idea into something you can actually use on a hard day. We talk about what it’s like to grow up performing, what the “starving artist” life really looks like, and why it’s okay to want stability without giving up your creative identity. Mari shares how her path moved from theater and music into psychology through dance movement therapy, and why creativity still belongs in the room when we’re talking about mental health, stress relief, and self-trust. You’ll hear practical ideas you can try immediately, like color walks, tiny playful rituals with food or clothes, and borrowing a little structure from childhood play to make adult life feel lighter. We also go there on the big stuff: turning 40 in the middle of chaos, feeling off the timeline society hands you, and navigating questions about relationships, fertility, and what you still want next. Mari explains how creativity can help you “get out of the mess” by shifting the lens from judgment to curiosity, treating setbacks like plot twists, and even gamifying the obstacles in front of you. If you want creative self-care that feels real, grounded, and doable, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. If you want to work with MARI REISBERG  https://sustainingcreativity.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/sustainingcreativity https://www.tiktok.com/@sustainingcreativity Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  8. Jul 15

    Healthy Relationships Start With You - Michael T Brown

    Your childhood “village” does not just raise you, it trains you for every relationship you will ever try to build. Carlene sits down with Michael T. Brown, LPC, a licensed counselor and leadership consultant based in Virginia, to talk about how faith communities, family influence, and early belonging shape identity, purpose, and the way we connect with partners, friends, and coworkers. We get real about technology and modern dating culture too. Social media and dating apps can introduce you to people faster than ever, but Michael challenges us to remember the basics: trust, communication, presence, and people skills. If a phone stays on the table, so does emotional distance. We unpack what it looks like to “use the technology, not let the technology use you,” and why healthy relationships still demand face-to-face connection, clear boundaries, and the ability to hold an honest conversation. Then we move into mental health, therapy, and trauma healing with compassion and practicality. Michael explains why awareness is the first step toward change, why the better question is often “what happened to you,” and how counseling helps you process pain without getting stuck in it. We also explore mentors, books, and imagination as sources of hope and vision, plus the leadership mindset behind real success: goals rooted in purpose, a supportive community, and doing the heavy lifting for your own life. If you enjoy thoughtful relationship advice, counseling insights, and grounded conversations about purpose and connection, subscribe to Diva Tonight, share this episode with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

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Diva Tonight is a podcast for women in their 40s who are navigating relationships, friendships, and family while continuing to grow, evolve, and ask bigger questions about their lives. Hosted by Carlene Humphrey, in our episodes we explore love, friendships and family dynamics and generational trauma.  Diva Tonight creates space for honest dialogue, learning, and reflection—because women in their 40s deserve conversations that honor where they’ve been and where they’re going. Want to be a guest on Diva Tonight with Carlene Humphrey? Send Carlene Humphrey a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/divaontheradio

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