Black Womaning in Corporate America®

Nicole S. Palmer
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Navigating corporate America is a game, and no one knows the rules better than we do. The Black Womaning in Corporate America® podcast, hosted by Nicole S. Palmer, is your guide to understanding and thriving within the complex, often unspoken rules of the workplace. Each episode blends candid storytelling, sharp insights, and actionable strategies to help Black women break through the biases, microaggressions, and systemic barriers that pervade professional spaces. From decoding office politics to claiming your rightful seat at the table, this podcast does not just share advice. It empowers you to rewrite the rules on your own terms. Your voice matters. Your journey is worth celebrating. And this space was built for you.

  1. Episode 33: Black Womaning in Corporate America with Dr. Lisa Pittman

    May 7

    Episode 33: Black Womaning in Corporate America with Dr. Lisa Pittman

    Travel as Self-Care: Dr. Lisa Pittman on Boundaries, Burnout Prevention & Black Women’s Wellbeing Host Nicole S. Palmer welcomes Dr. Lisa Pittman, a licensed psychologist and certified travel coach based in the DC metro area, to discuss travel as an intentional form of self-care for Black professional women. Dr. Pittman shares her background, including living in Singapore, visiting all 50 states, all seven continents, and 114 countries, and explains how her therapy experience informs coaching focused on maintaining balance and optimal functioning. To contact Dr. Pittman… ​Email: Lisa@traveldocta.com​Website: https://thetraveldoctallc.com​LinkedIn: Dr-Lisa-Pittman​IG: thetraveldocta ​Blog: TravelDocta.com

    45 min

  2. Apr 23

    Episode 32: Black Womaning in Corporate America With Nicole S. Palmer

    When Delays Become Data In this episode of Black Womaning in Corporate America, host Nicole S. Palmer continues April’s focus on burnout and self-regulation by revisiting a past “story time” that reveals burnout patterns through chronic unresponsiveness.

    29 min

  3. Apr 10

    Episode 31: Black Womaning in Corporate America with Nicole S. Palmer

    Host Nicole S. Palmer shares a short 2026 reset for Black women navigating corporate life, starting with a firm “nope, not today” to resolutions, people-pleasing, shrinking, and contorting to be palatable. She discusses the exhaustion of always being “on,” code-switching, and conforming to workplace norms. Clip Credit: @LyneeMonae (on YT and TikTok)

    19 min
  4. Episode 30: Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Lauren Dike

    Apr 3

    Episode 30: Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Lauren Dike

    In this episode Black Womaning in Corporate America™, host Nicole S. Palmer and guest Lauren Dike, CEO of Harmon Inclusive Wellbeing, discuss burnout, self-regulation, and nervous system safety.

    31 min
  5. Episode 29: Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Zara Northover

    Apr 2

    Episode 29: Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Zara Northover

    Nicole S. Palmer welcomes returning guest Zara Northover—2008 Olympian, TEDx speaker, and founder of Moving in Faith™—who shares an update on her ongoing race discrimination and retaliation lawsuit involving Rocket Mortgage. Zara explains why she refused to sign an NDA, the alleged retaliatory actions she experienced after raising concerns about Black hiring and lending disparities, and how her case was dismissed at the pleading stage. Now representing herself since 2023, she describes the two key issues before the Michigan Supreme Court, the significance of a rare amicus brief filed by a retired Title VII expert, and the current waiting period as the justices deliberate. The conversation also emphasizes documentation, community support, costs of litigation, and encouraging Black women to know their rights and speak up.

    1h 3m

  6. 12/07/2025

    We Turned 1 Today!!

    A Year in Review: Celebrating One Year of Black Womaning in Corporate AmericaIn this special anniversary episode of 'Black Womaning in Corporate America,' host Nicole S. Palmer, CEO of Delnic Media, celebrates the podcast's first year. Nicole reflects on the journey, including milestones and challenges, and takes the time to recognize Jewel Ham, the creative mind behind Spotify Wrapped. Listen as Nicole shares impressive podcast statistics, highlights special moments, and expresses gratitude to her loyal listeners. She also teases upcoming content, including exciting guest interviews and her next book release. Join Nicole in this heartfelt and inspiring episode that underscores the importance of representation and showing up.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast01:01 Celebrating One Year of the Podcast01:38 Acknowledging Jewel Ham's Contribution02:50 Podcast Growth and Achievements05:14 International Reach and Top Countries05:48 Listener Engagement and Top Fans09:04 Upcoming Guests and Future Plans10:58 Final Thanks and Closing Remarks

    14 min
  7. Episode 28: Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Röbynn Europe

    10/18/2025

    Episode 28: Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Röbynn Europe

    Welcome to another powerful episode of Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with your host Nicole S. Palmer! In this episode, Nicole sits down with the phenomenal Röbynn Europe, who shares her landmark workplace discrimination case against Equinox. Röbynn, a veteran in corporate fitness, discusses the systemic racism and harassment she faced, the $11.25 million judgment in her favor, and the broader implications of her case for workplace equality. Tune in to hear about her journey, her ongoing work in improving health care, and an important discussion on the need for more empathetic and supportive work environments. Don't miss this inspiring and eye-opening conversation!

    50 min
  8. Unfiltered with Mercedes Swan

    10/14/2025

    Unfiltered with Mercedes Swan

    Navigating the Workplace as a Black Woman: Authenticity, Challenges, and Community In this episode of the Black Woman in Corporate America Podcast, host Nicole S. Palmer dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of navigating the workplace as a Black woman. Joined by Mercedes Swan, Career Love Coach and founder of the Career Love Community, this discussion is both insightful and unfiltered. They address the importance of authenticity, building community, and dealing with issues like plagiarism and imposter syndrome. Nicole and Mercedes share personal anecdotes, emphasize the significance of showing up authentically, and offer actionable advice on fostering true support among Black women in corporate spaces. Tune in for an inspiring and empowering conversation filled with both humor and wisdom. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:42 Special Guest Introduction: Mercedes Swan 02:00 Discussing Community Trust Issues 06:19 Navigating Challenges in the Digital Space 12:10 Building Authentic Community 19:26 Addressing Plagiarism and IP Theft 27:45 Strategies for Trust and Collaboration 33:27 The Absurdity of LinkedIn Scams 33:50 LinkedIn's Professional Facade 36:08 Guardrails and Authenticity 40:18 The Importance of Track Record 41:01 Vanity Metrics vs. Integrity 43:29 The Value of Authentic Branding 58:05 Challenges of Building Authentic Relationships 01:04:08 Paying Black Women for Their Skills 01:04:47 The Hard Work Behind Branding 01:06:13 The Struggles of Content Theft 01:08:09 Building an Authentic Brand 01:11:14 The Importance of Community 01:12:21 Personal Testimonies and Experiences 01:17:44 Honesty and Accountability in Community 01:22:13 Final Thoughts and Call to Action For a continuation of this conversation, join us in the Career Love Community this Thursday at 7:30 PM EST for a live discussion: https://www.mercedesswan.com/a/2148128949/mCVZ5Kni To learn more about Mercedes Swan, follow her on LinkedIn:  Join the Career Love Community (link above)Follow her on TikTok, YouTube, and Linkedin for more career and business gems:TikTok: e / mercedes.swanLinkedIn: in / mdswanEmail: hello@mercedesswan.com

    1h 40m
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Navigating corporate America is a game, and no one knows the rules better than we do. The Black Womaning in Corporate America® podcast, hosted by Nicole S. Palmer, is your guide to understanding and thriving within the complex, often unspoken rules of the workplace. Each episode blends candid storytelling, sharp insights, and actionable strategies to help Black women break through the biases, microaggressions, and systemic barriers that pervade professional spaces. From decoding office politics to claiming your rightful seat at the table, this podcast does not just share advice. It empowers you to rewrite the rules on your own terms. Your voice matters. Your journey is worth celebrating. And this space was built for you.

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