We recorded an entire episode… and lost it. So we hit reset and turned a podcast disaster into one of our realest conversations yet about holiday grief, family boundaries, and surviving the chaos of the season.

In this episode of Raised By Her, we keep it 100%. Donnica shares what really happened the night she was honored at the Who’s Who in Black Dayton & Cincinnati awards—including the valet meltdown that left hundreds stranded in the cold.

We open up about navigating the holidays while grieving and how we’re learning to show up emotionally when the season feels heavy. We also dive into:

• The viral trend of Millennials going “No Contact” with parents
• How to handle difficult in-laws and family drama
• Why setting boundaries is essential for your mental health
• And… the reason Ro Nita is forcing the family to go caroling (even though she can’t sing)

If you’re moving through loss, trying to protect your peace, or dealing with complicated family dynamics this time of year, this episode is for you.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Ohio weather is bipolar
1:05 - The "Lost Episode" disaster (We forgot to hit record!)
2:40 - Broadcasting horror stories & finding joy in failure
4:57 - Mom gets honored at "Who's Who in Black Dayton"
8:12 - The 45-minute Valet Parking nightmare
11:44 - How to handle holiday grief & setting boundaries
16:22 - Bringing back the Caroling Party tradition
19:35 - Our favorite holiday games (Charades & Trivia)
23:45 - The case of the missing Christmas decorations
26:25 - The truth about marrying into a difficult family
28:31 - "No Mother-in-Law Required": A dating horror story
30:23 - Why Millennials are going "No Contact" with parents
33:51 - Forgiving people for your own peace
36:02 - Choosing your "Word of the Year" for 2026
40:13 - Morning rituals for a better life

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Burnout, anxiety, low libido, “mystery symptoms,” and feeling stuck in midlife? You’re not imagining it—and you’re not alone.

In this episode of Raised By Her, holistic health strategist and international best-selling author Victoria LeFebre shares how to move from Chaos to Confidence—especially if you’re navigating perimenopause, chronic stress, or hormone-related shifts.

Victoria breaks down her signature Chaos to Confidence Method, including a practical Time Audit to reclaim your days and reduce overwhelm. We also explore the mind-body side of women’s wellness: nervous system regulation, EFT tapping for anxiety, and simple tools like scent anchoring to shift your emotional state. Then we get into the topics women are often told to “just deal with”—the 500+ symptoms of perimenopause, the HRT vs. holistic conversation, sudden changes in libido, and even whether “male menopause” is real.

If you’ve been stuck in constant “doing mode,” feeling disconnected from yourself, or craving a real reset—this conversation offers clarity, comfort, and actionable steps you can start today.

Note: This episode is for education and conversation, not medical advice.

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Timestamps / Chapters:
0:00 - Meet Victoria LeFebre: Chaos to Confidence
1:33 - Why You Feel Stuck (And What to Do)
3:26 - The “Time Audit” for Busy Women
7:41 - Introverts + Building Community
12:20 - EFT Tapping for Anxiety
16:00 - Castor Oil Packs + Fibroids (What to Know)
19:00 - Using Scent to Regulate Emotions
24:20 - Masculine vs. Feminine Energy (Explained)
27:50 - The 500 Symptoms of Perimenopause
36:26 - HRT vs. Natural Support
39:40 - Why Libido Disappears
44:00 - Does “Male Menopause” Exist?
45:30 - Heavy Metal as Self-Care
51:50 - The “No Regrets” Lesson

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Is 70 the new 50—or are we just ignoring the fine print of aging?

In this episode of Raised By Her, we break down healthy aging, building a 10-year aging plan, and why the “I’ll be happy when…” mindset keeps people stuck.

Ro Nita and Donnica recap the “Paws in Paris” gala with a surprise third co-host—Truffle the Dog—and share hilarious pet stories (including the $10,000 puppy we almost bought). Then we shift into the real talk: how your body changes, why you can’t dodge hard conversations with your doctor, and how to stay mentally strong as you get older. We also address the viral “Sephora Kids” skincare trend and why children using anti-aging products like retinol is a problem. Plus: sunscreen truth, Black skincare nuance, legacy moments, and Donnica’s keynote takeaway that hits every time—Do it afraid.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 — Meet Truffle: Our Unplanned Third Co-Host 🐾
0:58 — Paws in Paris: What Really Happened at the Gala
2:50 — Picking the Right Dog (Before You Regret It)
6:50 — They Wanted HOW MUCH? The $10,000 Puppy Debate
12:11 — The Guinea Pig “Bullying” Story (Yes, Really)
18:40 — Giving the Family Dog Away… and the Fallout
23:48 — Is 70 the New 50? The Part Nobody Mentions
29:36 — Your 10-Year Aging Plan (Steal This Framework)
34:50 — Andrew Weil’s Advice on Loss, Aging, and Starting Over
36:20 — “Sephora Kids” Controversy: Why Kids Don’t Need Retinol
41:53 — Sunscreen + Black Skincare: What People Get Wrong
45:45 — Honoring Black Real Estate Pioneers (Legacy Talk)
49:30 — Do It Afraid: Fear Is Proof You’re Close
54:03 — The “Introvert” Myth (And How It’s Holding You Back)

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Thanksgiving stories, Wicked Part Two, and why The Wizard of Oz still hits in 2025 — we’re covering it all on this episode of Raised By Her. 💚🦃✨

This week, Ro Nita and Donnica open with a cozy (and hilarious) look at Black family Thanksgiving traditions: fried vs. smoked turkey, mac & cheese rules (Velveeta is banned 😅), how grandmothers cooked everyone’s favorite dish, and the emotional weight of hosting. They also talk honestly about navigating holidays after loss and preparing for “that one relative” who brings chaos every year.

Then we dive into a rich, emotional breakdown of Wicked Part Two, The Wizard of Oz, friendship, identity, and “otherness.” Ro Nita shares memories of watching The Wizard of Oz as a child on a black-and-white TV, while Donnica explores why the Wicked universe still resonates: the politics of Oz, how fear is used for control, and what it means to stand in your truth when misunderstood.

We also unpack:

• Why Thanksgiving can be beautiful and hard when you’re grieving
• How to set boundaries and protect your peace
• What Oz represents (the “perfect place” vs. joy in the journey)
• How adulthood can still make room for play and creativity
• Why so many women see themselves in Elphaba and Glinda

If you’ve ever felt like the “different one,” navigated shifting friendships, or tried to hold both gratitude and grief this season, this episode is for you. 💛

⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome back & Thanksgiving hosting check-in
0:35 – Our favorite Thanksgiving dishes (and mac & cheese crimes 😂)
3:10 – The wildest Thanksgiving recipes we’ve heard
4:20 – Grandma’s stuffing, oyster dressing & big family traditions
5:00 – Kentucky trips, hunting season & childhood memories
6:30 – Hosting out of love vs obligation
7:10 – Beautiful dishes, no dishwasher & Black women making holidays happen
8:10 – Holidays, grief & handling stress
8:40 – How to deal with that relative at Thanksgiving
9:15 – A hilarious text strategy to avoid being asked for money
10:40 – Happy Thanksgiving & well wishes
10:47 – Our Wicked Part Two movie date: first reactions
11:20 – Why we still love the original Wizard of Oz
12:00 – Why this story keeps getting retold (Oz, The Wiz, Wicked)
13:30 – Professors, Oz, and what keeps this story timeless
16:00 – Wicked, friendship & how relationships evolve
17:30 – “Otherness,” confidence & accepting who you are
20:10 – Villain narratives, public perception & truth
22:20 – Fear, activism & why some people can’t “stay and fight”
24:10 – Real-life story: betrayal, apology & taking the higher road
27:20 – Vibrating higher vs staying stuck in hurt
28:01 – Why Wicked makes grown women cry in the theater
29:05 – Is there really a “place of happiness”… or is it the journey?
30:15 – Lion, Scarecrow, Tin Man or Dorothy – who are you right now?
31:00 – Using Oz as a metaphor for college, goals & adulthood
33:00 – Why this story still works in classrooms & culture
35:02 – Movie theaters, streaming life & “no place like home”
35:45 – The Wiz, soundtracks, and holiday music in the house
36:33 – What Oz represents to us now
37:06 – Reimagining adulthood so play still exists
38:16 – Are you still playing as an adult?
39:18 – Full-circle mother–daughter moment & closing reflections

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A winter snowstorm, a scary car accident, a trip to New Orleans, and a debate about modern womanhood — this episode covers it all.

This week on Raised By Her, we talk through the chaos of the first Midwest snowstorm and the frightening car accident that kicked off the morning. We reflect on childhood memories, what it means to feel safe, and how moments like these stay with you.

From there, we shift to warmth, culture, and sisterhood as we recap a powerful African-American women’s conference in New Orleans. We explore the history of Mardi Gras World (the factory behind 80% of the world’s parade floats!) and share a moving story from a Katrina survivor who lived in the Superdome.

We also dive into big conversations shaping womanhood today:

• Hyphenated last names — feminist statement or practical headache?
• The digital divide — can you truly know someone you’ve only met online?
• Gen Alpha slang — why every generation creates its own language
• Modern dating, identity, and the impact of pop culture

It’s a funny, heartfelt, deeply intergenerational episode about family, identity, community, and the way stories shape us.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro: The First Snowstorm & The Car Accident
1:25 - Remembering Traumatic Childhood Crashes
6:41 - Trip to New Orleans: Sisterhood & Black Women’s Conferences
8:13 - Should Women Hyphenate Their Last Names?
15:43 - Can You Truly Connect with People Online?
19:37 - Inside Mardi Gras World: They Build 80% of the World's Floats
23:03 - A Katrina Survivor’s Story
27:44 - Michelle Obama’s “The Look”
31:00 - Slang Across Generations (“Dope” vs. “Skibidi”)
35:50 - Old School Games vs. The Metaverse
40:15 - Modern Dating & Meeting Spouses on Apps
42:12 - Hallmark Movies & NFL Crossovers

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In this wide-ranging mother-daughter chat, we cover everything from childhood nostalgia to beauty standards and self-confidence.

Ro Nita shares what it was like growing up when there were no Black Barbies — and how representation in dolls like Addie from American Girl made a lasting impact. We dive into the complex history of Black dolls in America and how those toys shaped identity and imagination.

Then we switch gears to review the Barbie Movie — giving our honest thoughts on what it got right, what it missed, and why we both agree that Ken’s character was a basic, forgettable mess.

Finally, we talk skincare! Donnica shares her first experience with dermaplaning and a light chemical peel for acne and sensitive skin, while Ro Nita recalls her grandmother’s tried-and-true routine — Vaseline and Noxzema.

It’s a funny, heartfelt, and revealing conversation about pop culture, beauty, and family — the perfect mix of laughs, lessons, and love.

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From Halloween chaos to healthy habits — this week’s Raised By Her dives into everything from trick-or-treat surprises to the sleep routines that keep us sane. Ro Nita and Donnica unpack a week filled with sugar highs, sports overload, and late-night reflections on rest, reading, and why real self-care isn’t just bubble baths.

In this episode, the mother-daughter duo share funny stories about Halloween candy theft, intergenerational lessons about balance, and the family habits that shape how we rest, reset, and recover. They also touch on women’s wellness, aging gracefully, and the intentional joy that comes from slowing down.

Listen for:

• How sleep and self-care change with age
• Why rest is an act of resistance for busy women
• The family rituals that keep legacy — and laughter — alive

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In this episode of Raised By Her, we catch up after a whirlwind week — from a breathtaking family wedding in Chattanooga’s Lookout Mountain to receiving a Social Justice award at the NAACP Freedom Awards.

They share what made the wedding truly special (hint: thoughtful details, live music, and fireworks), reflect on Ed Gordon’s powerful keynote about activism and accountability, and dig into the question: What happens after the march?

From there, the conversation flows into classic Raised By Her territory — family traditions, Halloween memories, fears that follow us into adulthood (yes, spiders), and how therapy and self-awareness help us break cycles we didn’t create.

It’s equal parts laughter, reflection, and real talk — the kind of mother-daughter conversation that reminds you why generational dialogue matters.

In This Episode:

• The beauty (and logistics) of an outdoor wedding done right
• Lessons from the NAACP Freedom Awards and Ed Gordon’s keynote
• The difference between marching and movement
• Systemic bias and the importance of speaking up
• Halloween nostalgia, family memories, and the joy of community
• Facing fears, finding therapy, and growing through self-awareness
• Why shows like This Is Us still matter in an AI world

Listen If You Love: Family conversations, civic engagement, social justice, culture, therapy talk, and the kind of storytelling that feels like home.

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