SOULABOR Speaks

Destiny Fordham

The podcast where we dig deep into the hearts and minds of everyday people. From navigating love in all its forms to building a career that truly reflects your passion, each episode is a soulful exploration of life’s biggest questions. SOULABOR Speaks is your space to listen, learn, and grow, and glow.

  1. 1d ago

    Learning to Leave Well: The Pursuit of Peace

    In this episode of SOULABOR Speaks, we sit down with Dr. Chad McKinney, author, entrepreneur, and creator of the Authenticity app for an honest conversation about one of the hardest leadership decisions we face: knowing when it's time to leave. Together, we explore how to recognize when a season has come to an end, the questions worth asking before walking away, and the difference between making decisions rooted in emotion versus purpose. Dr. McKinney shares practical wisdom on honoring your values, protecting your well-being, and leaving in a way that preserves both your integrity and your future. This conversation is a reminder that leaving isn't always giving up—it can be one of the most courageous acts of leadership when done with intention. Join the conversation on IG: @Soulaborspeaks

    1 hr

  2. Jan 21

    Dear Phyllis, What Type of Eggs Do You Like?

    In this final Dear Phyllis episode of SOULABOR Speaks, Destiny sits down with cultural elevator and executive liaison Kelli Davis, for a deeply reflective conversation that feels both tender and urgent. Together, they explore the quiet and loud dangers of competition within our communities, the reality of navigating safety in America as a Black woman, and the lifelong journey of finding yourself in a world that often asks you to disappear. Grounded in wisdom and lived experience, this episode invites listeners to consider what it truly means to treat others the way we want to be treated — and the importance of knowing yourself intimately. This conversation serves as both a mirror and a blessing — reminding us that steadfastness is important and solidarity is a critical component for change. Follow the conversation on IG: @soulaborspeaks

    49 min

  3. 11/10/2025

    Dear Phyllis, You Get to Choose

    In this powerful episode of SOULABOR Speaks, Destiny sits down with educator, writer, and cultural storyteller Dea Sudie for an intimate conversation that serves as both a love letter and a liberation call to Black women. Together, they trace the historical trauma that Black women have inherited — from being silenced and overlooked to being expected to carry everyone else’s burdens without support. Dea opens up about the sacred act of using her pen and her voice as resistance, honoring the generations who were punished for doing the same. The conversation also confronts a current crisis:👉🏾 the recent and alarming offload of 300,000 Black women from the workforce This episode reminds us to foster healing and reflection for ourselves as we continue to do the same for others. Follow the conversation on IG: Soulaborspeaks

    1h 14m

  4. 09/22/2025

    Dear Phyllis, You Are Her

    In this episode of SOULABOR Speaks, we sit down with Deneisha Franklin — a creative visionary, storyteller, and community builder. Together, we reflect on the story of Phyllis Wheatley and how, like Wheatley, healing, authenticity, and creativity have shaped her journey as a Black woman. Deneisha shares her perspective on the misconceptions surrounding the capabilities of Black women, the power and pitfalls of social media, and the lessons she continues to gather from the matriarchs in her family as she defines the kind of woman and mother she wants to be. This conversation is a reminder of legacy, liberation, and the bold expression that lives within us all. ✨ Join the conversation on IG: @Soulaborspeaks

    52 min

  5. 08/18/2025

    Forgiveness is for You: Finding Peace Beyond the Past

    In our Forgiveness series finale, we’re joined by Jamiya Scott,  a woman of faith and purpose who reminds us what it truly means to break free. Together, we explore the courage it takes to outgrow toxic cycles, the complex process of forgiving the ones who raised us, and the freedom that comes with choosing peace for yourself. This closing episode offers both reflection and action—reminding us that forgiveness is for you, and it’s the key to stepping into a new chapter of wholeness.Join the conversation on IG: @Soulaborspeaks

    34 min

  6. 06/23/2025

    Forgiveness is Messy: Navigating the Place of Acceptance

    In this episode of SOULABOR Speaks, Destiny sits down for a raw and reflective conversation with Erica DiMartino, business leader and friend about what it really means to forgive — even when it’s messy. From unpacking the difference between intent and impact to exploring how relationships shift in the wake of harm, this episode holds space for the parts of forgiveness we don’t often talk about. Together, they examine what acceptance looks like when closure isn’t guaranteed, and how healing invites us to be honest, accountable, and sometimes uncomfortable. Whether you're mending a relationship, struggling to let go, or figuring out how to move forward, this conversation is a reminder that forgiveness isn’t linear — and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

    55 min

  7. 05/19/2025

    To Forgive and Forget: The Weight of the Past, the Release of Tomorrow

    Season 3 of SOULABOR Speaks begins with a soul-stirring conversation on forgiveness. Destiny is joined by Tyree Chwilinski, host of the Out of the Ashes podcast to unpack the weight of generational and unhealed trauma, the struggle to forgive, and the grace that makes healing possible for us all. This episode reminds us: no matter how deep the pain, healing is always within reach. * This episode contains some discussion of abuse Join the conversation on IG @soulaborspeaks

    47 min

  8. 03/24/2025

    Just Start: Paving The Way and Paying it Forward

    In the finale episode of Planting on Purpose, we sit down with multifaceted entrepreneur and instructor Nia Davis for a real conversation on staying the course, trusting your timing, and building more than just a business. Together, we explore how entrepreneurship goes beyond personal success—it's about the community you uplift and grow with along the way.This conversation reminds us to support others on their journey, while continuing to celebrate our growth. Join the conversation on IG! @soulaborspeaks

    51 min
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About

The podcast where we dig deep into the hearts and minds of everyday people. From navigating love in all its forms to building a career that truly reflects your passion, each episode is a soulful exploration of life’s biggest questions. SOULABOR Speaks is your space to listen, learn, and grow, and glow.

Information

  • Creator
    Destiny Fordham
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Destiny Fordham
  • Show Website
    SOULABOR Speaks