Episodes

  • The MD Story: Faith, Impact & Finding Your True Calling
    Nov 21 2025

    In this powerful episode, Dr. Shannon sits down with Marcus “MD” Davis—once a Wall Street trader, now a man driven by purpose, impact, and faith. MD shares how he went from chasing money to becoming a true “mailbox man,” blessing people in silence and transforming lives through simple acts of kindness. He opens up about why impact matters more than income, the importance of loving yourself, raising a gifted child, finding your calling, and surrounding yourself with the right people. This is a deeply human, spiritual, and inspiring conversation about identity, service, and becoming who you were meant to be.

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    30 mins
  • The Power of No: Reclaiming Your Voice with JK Bridges
    Nov 14 2025

    In this powerful episode of Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Proud, Dr. Shannon Whittington sits down with executive leader and speaker JK Bridges for an honest conversation about authenticity, leadership, spirituality, and the courage it takes to reclaim your voice. JK shares her journey from being a chronic “yes” person to learning the power of saying no, setting boundaries, and standing firm in her truth. She opens up about facing misconceptions, navigating corporate challenges as a woman of color, finding grounding through spirituality, and what it means to lead with integrity in today’s climate. A raw, inspiring reminder that your voice, your boundaries, and your authenticity are your greatest sources of power.

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    29 mins
  • Manifesting the Impossible: Dr. Shannon’s Journey from Dreams to Reality
    Nov 7 2025

    In this inspiring episode, Dr. Shannon Whittington reveals how she turned her dreams into reality — from finding her soulmate to manifesting her dream home. She shares how imagination, belief, and bold goal-setting can make the “impossible” possible, encouraging you to dream bigger, write it down, and watch the universe align.

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    7 mins
  • Ask for What You Deserve: How Dr. Shannon Finally Got Hooded in Pride
    Oct 24 2025

    In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Shannon Whittington shares her powerful journey of missed moments, resilience, and divine timing. After earning her doctorate but never walking the stage, life comes full circle when her alma mater honors her—three years later—with the graduation she never had. Through her story, Dr. Shannon reminds us that our worth doesn’t fade just because the world makes us wait.

    It’s a story of faith, courage, and the audacity to ask for what you deserve—because sometimes, the celebration arrives not late, but right on time.

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    9 mins
  • From Bullying to Bravery: Rachel Beck on Resilience, Loneliness & Mental Health
    Oct 17 2025

    In this moving episode of Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Proud, Dr. Shannon Whittington sits down with Rachel Beck, a global speaker and advocate for mental health, who opens up about her journey from being bullied and stereotyped to becoming a voice for resilience and empathy. Rachel shares her powerful story of living with PTSD, the challenges of being an Indian Jewish woman in America, and the loneliness epidemic that’s affecting millions. Through honesty and heart, she reminds us that every story matters — and that leading with kindness, authenticity, and compassion can change lives.

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    26 mins
  • How Failure Fueled Her Rise: Michaelle Bragassa on Building a Life You’re Proud Of
    Oct 10 2025

    In this inspiring episode of Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Proud, Dr. Shannon sits down with marketing strategist and writer Michaelle Bragassa, who shares her powerful journey of resilience and reinvention. From business failures to finding her true calling, Michelle reveals how she transformed adversity into purpose — and how anyone can create their own worth rather than letting life define it. This is a story about courage, self-belief, and building a life you can be proud of.

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    22 mins
  • From Runaway to Runway: Christine Renee’s Journey to Fashion Icon
    Oct 3 2025

    In this episode, Dr. Shannon sits down with Brooklyn-based fashion designer Christine Renee, who shares her powerful story of growing up biracial, facing bullying, and navigating invisibility—both in life and in the fashion industry. From surviving the challenges of being a runaway to designing for big names and giving back through community work, Christine’s journey is one of resilience, authenticity, and self-love. This raw, inspiring conversation is about turning struggles into strength and showing up unapologetically as yourself.

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    29 mins
  • Unapologetically Proud: KC’s Story of Style and Survival
    Sep 26 2025

    In this powerful episode of Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Proud, KC—fashionista, designer, author, and proud mom—shares her inspiring journey of resilience. From navigating setbacks and even jail time at a young age to reinventing herself through personal style, confidence, and creativity, KC opens up about second chances, chosen family, and what it truly means to be unapologetically proud of who you are.

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    22 mins