Deeply Well PodcasT
A SOFT PLACE TO LAND ON YOUR JOURNEY.
A podcast for those that are curious, creative, and ready to expand in higher consciousness and self-care. On Deeply Well, Devi holds conscious conversations with leaders and radical healers in wellness around topics meant to expand and support listeners of varied ages and cultural backgrounds on their well-being journey; offering expertise in self-care practices, trauma, psychology, spirituality, astrology, and alternative healing practices such as psychedelics and intimacy coaching.
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November 28, 2024
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Success: Vish Chatterji on Leadership and Astrology
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Vish Chatterji, an executive coach blends Eastern wisdom and Western leadership principles, unpacking the transformative power of Vedic astrology and Ayurveda in personal and professional growth. In this thought-provoking conversation, Vish shares his journey from a thriving engineering career to a spiritually centered life, revealing how ancient practices can guide modern leadership. The discussion covers grounding self-care rituals, the practical benefits of astrology in understanding life’s purpose, and the unique differences between Vedic and Western approaches to the stars. Vish also shares his thoughts on aligning with your soul’s path and integrating these timeless tools into daily routines for greater balance and fulfillment.
November 21, 2024
The Reluctant Healer with David Elliott
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Devi sits down with David Elliot, a reluctant yet devoted healer with over 25 years of experience guiding others on their journeys of transformation. David shares how his early career as an actor evolved into a profound calling to help others heal by nurturing self-awareness, resilience, and creative expression. His work is grounded in the power of breathwork, which he discovered in 1989, and he weaves this practice together with tools like writing, artistic expression, and gratitude rituals to help others reconnect with their inner selves. This episode offers practical insights for integrating healing, creativity, and gratitude into their life.
November 15, 2024
Rituals and Remedies for Finding Your Calm with Devi Brown
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Devi introduces the new theme, “Creating Safe Space Within--Rituals and Remedies for Finding Your Calm” Together we are going to slow down and find balance. During the emotionally charged holiday season, it’s important to carve out self-curated care and embrace your inner needs and desires. What are your rituals? We will explore the significance of rituals in daily life, the power of simplicity, and the necessity of listening to one's body and emotions to define what rituals make sense for you personally, based on your life and practices.
November 7, 2024
Holding Space for the Unknown with Devi Brown
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Devi delves into the emotional landscape following the election results, emphasizing the need to process our feelings, recognize generational impacts, and build resilience in the face of uncertainty. In times like these, it’s crucial to confront our true emotions, reflect on personal integrity, and acknowledge our shared humanity. Though the future remains unpredictable, we can choose to show up for our physical and mental well-being, foster hope, and keep moving forward. Embracing resilience doesn’t mean ignoring our struggles but rather holding onto hope, caring for ourselves, and persevering, one step at a time.
October 31, 2024
Anchoring Integrity: A Path to Self-Care and Healing with Devi Brown
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This is the final episode exploring the theme of integrity and its profound impact on self-care and personal growth. Through personal anecdotes and practical exercises, Devi emphasizes the importance of self-care practices, emotional expression, and the journey of healing. The episode also includes a guided breathwork practice aimed at anchoring the concepts discussed, encouraging listeners to reconnect with their integrity and personal power.
October 24, 2024
Integrity in Love, Friendship & Leadership: What It Really Means with Devi Brown
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Today we delve further into the concept of integrity, exploring its significance in personal growth, relationships, and community. Devi shares personal anecdotes and insights on how integrity serves as a foundation for a fulfilling life, encouraging listeners to take a moment to journal and reflect on their own practices and relationships, both romantic and in friendship. With the elections approaching here in the states, it’s also imperative that we examine our potential leaders and how they exemplify integrity before committing our vote to any candidate.
October 17, 2024
Exploring Integrity in Today’s World with Devi Brown
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In this episode, Devi explores the concept of integrity and its significance in personal growth and relationships. She discusses the current societal shift towards authenticity, the importance of self-reflection, and how integrity serves as a foundation for healthy interactions.
October 10, 2024
The Power of Joy with Devi Brown
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In the Season Four premiere of Deeply Well, Devi Brown welcomes listeners back after a two-month break, expressing her excitement for the new season and all it holds. She shares a personal story about a recent trip to New York that brought her immense joy and reminded her of the beauty found in life’s smallest moments. As the season unfolds, Devi invites listeners to join her in engaging in deep, soulful work to enrich their personal growth and fully savor all that life has to offer.
August 8, 2024
Understanding the Birth Chart: Sun and Rising Signs with Darryl Gaines
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In this episode Devi concludes the astrology summer series with master astrologer Daryl Gaines. Devi reflects on her broadcasting career and the shift she made to create content on her own terms. She also shares her recent experiences in London, including visits to Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace. Daryl then dives into the energies of the end of summer 2024 for each sun sign, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, setting intentions, and embracing transformation.
August 1, 2024
Embracing Mercury Retrograde with Darryl Gaines
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In this episode Devi explores the topic of Mercury Retrograde with master Astrologer Darryl Gaines. Gaines expounds on the misconceptions surrounding Mercury Retrograde and how it can actually be a time for reflection, review, and correction. Darryl breaks down how Mercury retrograde affects each sun sign and provides guidance on how to navigate its energies. Devi also shares some personal reflections and thoughts on forgiveness and authenticity.
July 25, 2024
Understanding the Lunar Cycles with Darryl Gaines
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In this episode of the Deeply Well Podcast, host Devi Brown explores the power of lunar cycles with master astrologer Daryl Gaines. Gaines highlights the four key phases of the lunar cycle: new moon, first quarter square, full moon, and last quarter square. Each phase has its own unique energy and purpose, and understanding these phases can help us align our actions and intentions with the natural flow of energy. They also explore the significance of each moon sign and how it can affect our emotions and behaviors offering valuable insights into harnessing the power of lunar cycles for personal growth and balance.
July 18, 2024
Guided Summer Astrology with Darryl Gaines
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In this episode Devi discusses the importance of self-care and staying grounded during challenging times. She emphasizes the need to connect with our inner truth, take care of ourselves, and have compassion for others. The episode also features astrologer Daryl Gaines, who provides insights into the astrological forecast for the summer of 2024 and offers guidance for each zodiac sign.
July 11, 2024
Maximizing the Energy of Summer with Devi Brown
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In this episode Devi reflects on the transformative power of summer and the importance of using this season as a portal for growth and self-reflection. She shares her personal experiences and highlights the significance of this season’s ability to accelerate personal growth and fostering deep connections. The episode concludes with a soul work exercise for listeners to recapitulate their own journey and set intentions for the future.
June 20, 2024
Music as Medicine with Jeralyn Glass
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Jeralyn Glass, a former Broadway and opera singer turned sound healing expert joins us. Devi and Jeralyn discuss the transformative power of music and crystal singing bowls in healing and self-discovery. Jeralyn shares about her new book and her personal journey of finding music as her life's path and how she discovered the healing potential of crystal singing bowls after the loss of her son and how the bowls helped her maintain her vibration and reach him easily.
June 13, 2024
The Power in Asking the Right Questions with Elliott Connie
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Elliott Connie, a psychotherapist and author, discusses solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) and its emphasis on the client's desired future rather than their problem orientation. He explains that SFBT focuses on the client's strengths and resilience, helping them overcome obstacles and transform their lives. Elliott shares his personal journey of healing and how he became passionate about inspiring others. He also talks about his new podcast, Family Therapy, where he conducts therapy sessions with families to explore their traumas and work towards healing.
June 6, 2024
Exploring Love and Vulnerability with Andra Day
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In this episode we discuss Andra’s album 'Cassandra' and the theme of love in a multifaceted way, She emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, self-reflection, boundaries and exploring the connection to God. Andra also shares intimate backstories from her role as Billie Holiday, and how It impacted her personal life, and the spiritual connection she felt with Billie during the production. We also learn about her favorite song from the album and how it changes during different times of her life. The early inspirations on her voice, artistry, and the theme of abundance in the album.
May 30, 2024
Balancing the Masculine & Feminine with Dené Logan
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Today we explore the concept of sovereign love and healthy relationships with Dené Logan, a marriage and family therapist. The conversation delves into the dynamics of love, attachment, and autonomy, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and self-care in relationships. It also addresses the societal structures and narratives that influence our perceptions of love and aging, highlighting the deep acceptance and wisdom that come with age. The discussion also touches on the evolving nature of partnerships and taking responsibility for one's energy in a relationship dynamic. After Devi reads an excerpt from the synopsis of Dené’s book, Sovereign Love, Dené describes both the feminine and masculine paradigms and how we can create healthy polarity.
May 23, 2024
Body Rites with Dr. Shena Young
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This conversation explores the impact of trauma on the mind, body, heart, and spirit, and offers various healing practices. They also discuss intergenerational trauma and the importance of honoring and healing ancestral wounds. Dr. Shena and Devi discuss the intersection of trauma, healing, and spirituality. They explore the experiences of survivors of sexual trauma, particularly focusing on the unique challenges faced by male survivors. They also delve into the use of psychedelics and sacred plant medicines as tools for healing and transformation. The conversation highlights the importance of community support, belief, and empowerment for survivors, as well as the need for a trauma-informed approach in therapy.
May 16, 2024
Art & Integrity. Exploring Kendrick vs. Drake with Devi Brown
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In this episode, Devi discusses the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef and explores the deeper themes and implications behind it. She shares her personal opinions on the two artists and their music, highlighting the contrast between Kendrick's depth and consciousness and Drake's superficiality and ego. Devi also emphasizes the importance of holding artists accountable for their actions and the need for integrity and character in those who hold power and influence. Additionally, she discusses the importance of intentional self-care and the need to approach personal growth with the same level of intention as career goals.
May 9, 2024
The Thread of Purpose with Elaine Welteroth
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Elaine Welteroth, award-winning journalist and author, discusses the importance of purpose and how it guides her career and life. She emphasizes the need to define what you stand for and what you care about more than money or titles. Welteroth also shares her experience of being a mother and how it has expanded her understanding of purpose and service. Motherhood inspired her work with Birth Fund, an organization focused on expanding access to midwifery care and improving maternal health in the United States. She points out the broken medical system and the maternal health crisis in the country, emphasizing that the issue affects all families, regardless of socioeconomic status.
May 2, 2024
The Mind is Your Technology with 19Keys
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In this conversation, Devi and 19Keys discuss the intersection of spirituality, technology, and AI. They explore the idea that all religions and spiritual practices are ultimately seeking the same truth and that technology, including AI, can be used to enhance and empower individuals and how it can be used to democratize resources and create opportunities for marginalized communities. 19Keys discusses the importance of taking control of our own attitudes and perceptions towards AI, rather than relying on media narratives or not using it at all. He emphasizes the need for the Black community to build their own institutions and media companies and to make demands within this new age of technology.
April 25, 2024
Joy in Real Time with Devi Brown
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In this episode of the Deeply Well Podcast, host Devi Brown shares her recent experiences and joys. She discusses her upcoming appearance at the Black Effect Podcast Festival in Atlanta and expresses her excitement to connect with listeners. Devi reflects on the impact of recent podcast episodes and highlights the importance of finding joy in everyday moments. She shares personal experiences, such as attending concerts, visiting museums, and spending quality time with her son. Devi also discusses her journey in motherhood and the importance of slowing down and being present with her child.
April 18, 2024
Beyond Diversity & Inclusion with Denise Hamilton
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Denise Hamilton, workplace culture expert and author of the book 'Indivisible', joins the Deeply Well Podcast to discuss the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. She emphasizes the need to create spaces where everyone can bring their gifts and talents without unnecessary barriers. Hamilton challenges the current notions of DEI and advocates for a higher goal of indivisibility, where communities, workplaces, and relationships are built on inclusivity and equality. She addresses the blowback and resistance to DEI, attributing it to fear, loss, and the challenge of letting go of preconceived notions.
March 28, 2024
Walking with Grief with Sah D'Simone
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Sah D'Simone is a spiritual revolutionary, mystic, artist, award-winning filmmaker, and an internationally best-selling author. In this deep and insightful conversation; the desire to disappear and devote one's life to spirituality, the challenges of being fully seen, and the capacity for discomfort are discussed. Sah shares his experiences with grief and loss, and how they have shaped his spiritual journey and reconstructed the profoundness in his book, “Spiritually, We”.. He describes his experience on a 500-mile walk of grief and how it transformed his relationship with his father and the importance of living a full human life.
March 14, 2024
Choosing Wisdom Over Influence with Manoj Dias
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In this episode, Devi Brown talks with mindfulness expert Manoj Dias, co-founder of Open and A—SPACE. They explore Manoj's teaching evolution post-pandemic, discussing grief, joy, discernment in our influences, and navigating healing in the social media era with integrity. They emphasize the power of choice amidst suffering, the importance of questioning beliefs to avoid cult-like tendencies, the sacredness of continuous learning, and the commitment to lifelong personal development.
March 7, 2024
Finding Enlightenment with Shaka Senghor
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Shaka Senghor is a New York times best selling author, globally recognized leader in criminal justice reform and entrepreneur. Shaka joins us to discuss the path he took enlightenment while serving 19 years in prison, 7 of which were in solitary confinement. One of Oprah's SuperSoul 100 alumni, Shaka's books 'Writing My Wrongs: Life, Death, and Redemption in an American Prison' and 'Letters to the Sons of Society: A Father's Invitation to Love, Honesty, and Freedom' have helped shift societal narratives around incarceration and trauma. He shares his journey of transformation and emphasizes the importance of exploring one's internal world, the power of personal dignity and the need to confront ugly truths to move forward.
February 22, 2024
Examining Friendships with Devi Brown
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In this episode, Devi explores the topic of friendship and how to prioritize and cultivate meaningful connections. She reflects on the transformations in her own friendships and shares her practices for evaluating and nurturing relationships. Devi emphasizes the importance of authenticity, setting boundaries, being present in real-life relationships, scheduling social media detox and creating space for new connections.
February 15, 2024
Growth Has Its Own Pace with Devi Brown
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In this episode of Deeply Well, Devi shares her personal experiences with reorganizing her daily routine to support her creative projects and reflects on past accomplishments. She also discusses the importance of recognizing patterns in our lives and participating in the healing process and emphasizes the power of surrender, acceptance, and taking action in our healing journey.
February 8, 2024
Transcending Sexual Trauma Through Yoga with Zabie Yamasaki
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In this episode, Devi is joined by Zabie Yamasaki, the founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma Through Yoga. They discuss the importance of trauma-informed care and yoga for survivors of sexual trauma, as well as the challenges faced by women of color in the trauma field. Zabie shares her journey of creating trauma-informed yoga programs and curriculum, and the impact it has had on survivors. They also discuss the benefits of trauma-informed yoga for children and how to support them in their healing journey.
February 1, 2024
The Color of Music with Goapele
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In this episode, we delve into the colors and healing power of music with, Goapele, a versatile artist known for her roles as a singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and humanitarian. The conversation explores Goapele's background, including her South African apartheid and German Jewish ancestry, and how it has shaped her compassion for others. Goapele discusses her experience having synesthesia and how it influences her creative process, leading her to create multi-sensory experiences for her music.
January 26, 2024
The Impact of Trauma in Women's Health with Kymber Maulden
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This episode explores the importance of process and self-study in healing, with a focus on women's health and trauma. Kymber Maulden joins us to share her journey into healing work and discusses the concept of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) in women. The conversation also delves into the connection between CPTSD and autoimmune disease, as well as the negative effects of restrictive diets on women's health. We also explore the importance of; creating space for emotions, making time to grieve, and embracing a slow and beautiful healing journey.
January 4, 2024
A New Year Meditation with Devi Brown
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As we enter into the new year, Devi redefines what, “having it all” could mean as we move forward. However, each of us decides to approach this year, acknowledging what is truly present allows room for deeper gratitude. Upon connecting with this new beginning, let’s remember that self-directed transformation begins with intention. This guided meditation asks that we explore the following questions; what are your intentions for this year and are you ready to transform?
December 14, 2023
Eat to Heal with Dr. Uma Naidoo
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Dr. Uma Naidoo is a national bestselling author of This Is Your Brain on Food. In her book, she shows cutting-edge science explaining the ways in which food contributes to our mental health and how a diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues, from ADHD to anxiety, depression, OCD, and others.
November 30, 2023
Healing with Chinese Medicine with Dr. Sheila Marie Campbell
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Dr. Shelia Marie Campbell is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, herbologist, and nutritionist who is passionate about helping people unlock their energy. She joins Devi to discuss ways to develop our relationship with the universe, understand where trauma lives in our bodies, and how the above mentioned tools can assist with releasing old trauma.
November 16, 2023
Showing Up As you Are with Gia Peppers
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Gia Peppers and Devi explore what defines how and why we show up. We dive into the realities of the industry, social media and the energy and intentions behind it, and understanding connections within social and work related spaces. Peppers is also here to celebrate her new show, More Than That and she also shares stories about her faith that has been a consistent guide to her success.
November 2, 2023
Numerology for Self-Discovery with Josh Siegel
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Josh Siegel found how mathematics connected to the mysterious to be a perfect intersection. Siegel is recognized as one of the foremost authorities on numerology in the United States. He has brought a fresh and compelling new face to the ancient science by translating the mystical system of numbers into the modern mindset of today. Numerology is the algorithm to why you’re here and what you’re here to learn. Do you know your life path number and what it means?
October 19, 2023
Multidimensional Motherhood with Milah Mapp & Erica Dickerson
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Jamilah Mapp and Erica Dickerson - The creators of the beloved podcast Good Moms Bad Choices. Their podcast challenges outdated notions of what being a “good” mother truly means—inviting moms of all kinds to embark on a healing journey that unlearns old scripts about motherhood and shows that you can be a little bad, and still do a lot of good for your kids and yourself.
September 29, 2023
Ways To Be A Better Friend with Devi Brown
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Are you ready to be a better friend? In this episode, Devi poses this question. It is a privilege to be in connection with another being and as we investigate some of these relationships remember a solution is not always necessary. Are you listening to offer advice or to uncover more about your friend from what they are sharing? What are your intentions?
September 14, 2023
Recognizing Patterns with Devi Brown
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Are you performing what you’ve learned about healing, are you regurgitating those lessons or are you actually actively living in the transformation of said healing? Pain creates patterns in our behaviors and personalities, are you existing within your pattern or are you free of its repetition? During this solo-led episode with Devi Brown, she guides us through a meditation toward recognizing the necessary changes to break the patterns and transform.
August 24, 2023
The Garden Within with Dr. Anita Phillips
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Dr. Anita Phillips is a Trauma Therapist, Life Coach, minister, and author and is widely recognized as a thought leader at the intersection of mental health, faith, and culture. Dr. Phillips explains how our emotional pain and our spiritual power are not mutually exclusive, she seamlessly integrates the spiritual, psychological, and biological dimensions of the human experience.
August 3, 2023
The Heart of Meditation with A Soul Called Joel
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How’s your heart? Joel Cross, known by his students and fans as A Soul Called Joel, joins us today to discuss the extraordinary power of mindful awareness through music, poetry, and meditation. Joel shares his journey as a musician and meditation teacher and how his travels have helped him heal and transform.
July 13, 2023
Healthy Intimacy with Simone Farschi
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Simone Farschi, a Sex Educator and Intimacy Coach, discusses the importance of self-pleasure and sexual exploration. She is the founder of The Pleasure Plus, an online community empowering women in their relationships, body confidence, sexual agency, and overall fulfillment.
June 28, 2023
The Power of Holistic Healing with Queen Afua
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Queen Afua, a holistic health expert and bestselling author with over 40 years of experience, shares transformative insights in this episode. She discusses her daily approach to wellness, her rapid journey to becoming a healer, and offers advice on avoiding mental, spiritual, and dietary pitfalls. She also introduces "the plan" as a valuable resource for overall well-being.
June 22, 2023
Befriending the Darkness with Krista Williams
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Krista and Devi have an honest conversation about sacred rage and relationships. The conversation goes deeper as Krista shares details of her intense experience in sensory deprivation at a darkness retreat and shares practices for healing & grieving during big life shifts.
June 15, 2023
A Path of Service with Ajay Relan
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Ajay Relan, an investor, entrepreneur, and community builder with a focus on brand building and storytelling, is the head of Slauson & Co, a venture capital firm investing in SMB Tech, tools for the next generation, and culturally relevant consumer products. He's also a Co-Creator of Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen, known for fostering collaboration in diverse LA neighborhoods. In 2012, he founded #HashtagLunchbag, a global grassroots movement that has fed over 1 million hungry and unhoused people in 150+ cities. Ajay shares his work, philosophy, and collaborative philanthropic efforts to create positive change.
June 8, 2023
Awakening the Masculine Spirit with Adam Jackson & Sacred Sons
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Adam Jackson is the Voice of Sacred Sons, Director of Operations & Founding Partner... he holds a vision for ushering brotherhood to the forefront of our community as a means for conscious healing. Adam is at the helm of mental health and healing for men of all ages. He along with the Sacred Sons organization is dedicated to building strong men; with an intentional effort to raise our families, and our communities and help us get back in alignment with the essence of fatherhood.
June 1, 2023
Helping Children Heal with Christine Mark-Griffin
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Christine Mark-Griffin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified EMDR Therapist, and a mother of two with a desire to help families get through some of the toughest experiences they could face. It can be challenging to heal from a difficult life situation while managing your role as a parent or helping your child through a traumatic experience. However, there are tools and resources that are available to help you and your child heal past these experiences.
May 18, 2023
Astrology & Your Purpose with Darryl Gaines
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Your purpose and how it aligns with service is a divine understanding, using your gifts and skills in service for the greater good. Are you in service? Are you following the awareness of all that you are to connect with your path? Astrology is a guide to gaining feedback on the totality of the full being.
May 11, 2023
It Takes a Village with Myleik Teele
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The beauty of motherhood. Myleik Teele joins this episode to discuss the healing opportunities of being a mother; to be more creative, finding joy, and reconnecting with your inner child. Every mother has their journey, and as we raise and nurture divine beings it is important to be in a space to receive what they are here to offer us as well.
May 6, 2023
Adapt and Adjust with Lalah Delia
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Understanding one’s sensitivity; over our emotions, mind, and spirituality can take time to examine and define. How do you respond to toxicity? How do you adapt? What is the name of what you’re going through? Finding the answers to these questions could lead you to being your full self.
December 27, 2022
Healthy Friendships with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford
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Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a licensed psychologist, speaker, and host of the wildly popular mental health podcast, Therapy for Black Girls. We explore what friendship looks like. Especially amongst women and black women. As we heal and connect to a different levels of consciousness and emotional intelligence; this conversation elaborates on the dynamics of healthier relationships.
November 24, 2022
The Age of Authenticity with Michelle Williams
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Michelle has been radically expressive about her journey and her experience with depression. For Williams faith and therapy can coexist and work to support one another during the healing process. Williams shares how she initially questioned her depression, how would it look, what would people think, etc. The endless questions that normally go unanswered and ultimately have no weight when it boils down to individual self-care. Being authentic also means honoring what you need on your journey.
July 8, 2022
A Meditation for Summer with Devi Brown
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On this episode, Devi guides us in a meditation to embrace the adventures of the season. The summer is here and although the upcoming changes in schedules and temperatures seem to be quickly approaching, let's enjoy the present moment. The shared energy. The healing properties of the sun.
June 30, 2022
Practices to Support Your Humanity with Devi Brown
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Devi opens this episode by sharing recommendations from books, documentaries to episodes, as well as some of the projects she’s working on. After the catch up, we transition into a well-being conversation about giving grace and time to yourself. Devi suggests three practices to implement into daily exercises to help support self-care.
June 2, 2022
How To Get To Know Yourself with Devi Brown
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This week Devi is sharing a deep unpacking of 9 ways you can begin to get to know and understand your highest, most authentic self. From the embodiment of our authentic selves comes the opportunity to cultivate our purpose and to connect to the mission of the work we are meant to share in the world. Grab a journal and pen and get ready to kick off a summer of healing and curiosity!
May 19, 2022
Healing Fatigue with Devi Brown
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Though feelings of deep grief and exhaustion while doing "the work" is a necessary and universal part of the healing journey, it's rarely spoken to within the mainstream community of wellness. This week, Devi explores ways to support yourself and your practice when life gets dark as well as a guided meditation for grief release and soul work to keep going.
April 28, 2022
Expanding your life with Ismael Cala
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Ismael Cala, is a force of nature. Devi is joined by the globally celebrated host of CALA on CNN Espanol, founder of the Cala Center in Miami, FL, best-selling author, and life and business strategist, Ismael Cala to dive into the crevices of how one becomes themselves and lives their highest purpose. Ismael's story is one of self-mastery and soulful leadership. From leaving his homeland of Cuba to changing the trajectory of his family lineage through self-healing and spirituality, Ismael shares the tools needed to transform your life into a path of abundance and flow.
March 24, 2022
Proactive Spirituality with Daniel Sannito
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As we navigate through the construct of white superiority, which has taught us to separate, predetermine and label, we must be cognizant on our spiritual journeys to actively question how we take up and offer space towards creating healthy co-existing environments. Daniel Sannito (them/they/their) speaks eloquently about the day-to-day sacrifices needed for them to live in their truth. Sannito offers insight to those who may question how we can make the vulnerable spaces around us more inviting for everyone.
March 17, 2022
Inspired Action with Devi Brown
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After a brief hiatus, Devi returns with thoughts regarding her relationship with social media and her new approach to the space. As we officially return with Season Two of Dropping Gems we will be incorporating new themes, different chakras points, affirmations, a card reading from the , and of course ending with soul work every episode.
January 28, 2022
Healed Parenting with Dr. Shefali
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Dr. Shefali is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe. She has written four books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers. Shefali discusses the importance of giving our children autonomy and how to maneuver within an unconscious culture in this episode and in her latest writings, “A Radical Awakening: Turn Pain into Power, Embrace Your Truth, Live Free”.
January 13, 2022
Guided Meditation: Self Forgiveness and Freedom with Devi Brown
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For the next few weeks, Devi will guide listeners in their meditation practice. This episode is dedicated to meditation for compassionate self-forgiveness, a deeper love of self, and freedom from generational trauma.
December 16, 2021
Taking Agency Over Our Health with Ryan Mundy
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In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Ryan Mundy, a former NFL player who faced a pivotal moment after retiring from a 24-year football career. Join us as Mundy shares the challenges of redefining his identity outside the game and the crucial decision to embark on both a career and personal path. Ryan Mundy is now the Founder & CEO of Alkeme Health Co., a digital health company on a mission to revolutionize healthcare for the Black community.
December 2, 2021
Money Moves with Tanya Sam
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Money Moves is an in-depth podcast hosted by Tanya Sam and dedicated to empowering black and brown communities to end the wealth gap by providing financial planning tips with guests sharing their successes and how they balance the money moves behind their names and businesses.
November 25, 2021
Integrating Sacred Earth Medicines with Charlotte James
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Sacred earth medicines, some of which are often referred to as psychedelics have shown exciting results as powerful healers of trauma and a deepening for self-discovery. This week, Devi is joined by Charlotte James, co-founder of the Ancestor's Project, a collective that facilitates sacred journey's in service to collective liberation. Devi shares some of her personal experiences with earth medicines and Charlotte shares insight into her shadow work, the need for normalizing these new tools in the mental health conversation, and ways to embark on your own empowered journey.
November 18, 2021
Being a Soul Led Leader with Angela Rye
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Announcing your boundaries can oftentimes be interpreted as “selfish” and you’ll most likely be challenged for having them. In this episode, Devi and Angela Rye revisit the post from the Black Love YOU Retreat that went viral the Oct 2021.
October 28, 2021
Unapologetic Self-Care with Angela Rye
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The YOU Retreat is an intimate, one-day wellness experience and opportunity for Black women to pour into SELF. Brought to you by BlackLove.com. During the YOU Retreat Devi Brown and Angela Rye sat down to host a conversation around sisterhood, self-care, and boundaries. This conversation hit the interwebs with great impact, causing one comment to go viral. During this episode, we will revisit this popular clip and the full conversation.
October 21, 2021
A Divine Rebirth with Latham Thomas
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Whether you are creating yourself or bringing forward a new life, the work of birthing and mothering transforms you from the inside out. Devi is joined by wellbeing pioneer Latham Thomas as they explore the way the Mama Glow founder has been powerfully helping women transform through creation by blending the worlds of wellbeing, spirituality, birthing, and motherhood. They explore the unique pathway of moving from calling to purpose into your soul's mission and reflect on how children can be the greatest spiritual teachers in your life.
October 14, 2021
Live with Anita Kopacz at the Mental Wealth Expo
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This week's special episode was recorded live at the inaugural Mental Wealth Expo in New York City. Devi hosts a beautiful conversation with the former Editor-in-Chief of Heart & Soul Magazine, author of Shallow Waters, and Spiritual Psychologist, Anita Kopacz. Starting with several deep breaths and a gentle introduction, we dive into the inspiration behind Kopacz's book and her powerful work helping survivors of sexual trauma heal.
September 30, 2021
Graceful Detachment with Barb Schmidt
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As nature flows in cycles and seasons with graceful detachment, growth, and completion, so do our emotions, bodies, and relationships. In this episode, Devi Brown is joined by meditation expert, author, mindfulness activist, and the co-founder of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life, Barb Schmidt. They converse on taking inspired and sometimes uncomfortable action when your calling arrives, how to come into acceptance of self, the sneaky ways our minds can lie to us, and how to notice the whispers of destiny in our lives.
September 23, 2021
Integrating Ancient Knowledge with Dr. Suhas
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Ancient knowledge holds the answers to every perceived problem. Vedic wisdom can be a powerful conduit to awakening the highest potential of your mind, body, and soul. In this episode, Devi is joined by world-renowned Medical Astrologer, author, and Ayurvedic expert, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar. In a fascinating conversation about being the master and student of your own mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Suhas shares deep wisdom on building a custom plan for personal growth using the ancient traditions of Ayurveda and Vedic Astrology.
September 9, 2021
The Sacred Responsibility of Your Health with Dr. Will Cole
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Our bodies are the sacred homes of our souls. It is one of our sacred responsibilities to understand how it works and to take care of it. In this episode, 3x best-selling author, telehealth pioneer, and leader in functional medicine, Dr. Will Cole, joins Devi in a conversation about activating our bodies' intuition by integrating modern and ancient ways of healing.
August 31, 2021
Mastering your Patterns Part 2 with Lisa Donovan
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7.5 million people around the world have gotten to love themselves better thanks to Lisa Donovan. Lisa, a wildly successful entrepreneur, and astrologist is the founder and creator of The Pattern App. Blending your unique birth chart information with psychology, spirituality, and greater themes at play, The Pattern is a tool for awakening and healing with depth and ease. In this 2 part episode, Devi & Lisa talk about its powerful accuracy, how to use it, and…Tupac’s soulmate.
August 26, 2021
Mastering your Patterns Part 1 with Lisa Donovan
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7.5 million people around the world have gotten to love themselves better thanks to Lisa Donovan. Lisa, a wildly successful entrepreneur, and astrologist is the founder and creator of The Pattern App. Blending your unique birth chart information with psychology, spirituality, and greater themes at play, The Pattern is a tool for awakening and healing with depth and ease. In this 2 part episode, Devi & Lisa talk about its powerful accuracy, how to use it, and…Tupac’s soulmate.
August 12, 2021
The Heroine's Awakening with Elizabeth Lesser
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Over the course of Human History, life's existential questions have remained the same; but how we live, how we care and how we awaken to God and ourselves has had many evolutions over the centuries. We are exploring the heroine's path with Elizabeth Lesser, a pioneering spiritual teacher, best-selling author, and co-founder of the globally acclaimed Omega Institute.
July 30, 2021
Part 2: Starting New, Evyerday with Jessamyn Stanley
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What does it mean to be inside of your body? How does one embody the teachings that have been learned and the healing that has been experienced? In this two-part episode, Devi is exploring some of the refinements available to us on the journey of self with internationally acclaimed Yogi, author, and leading voice in wellness, Jessamyn Stanely.
July 29, 2021
Part 1: Starting New, Evyerday with Jessamyn Stanley
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What does it mean to be inside of your body? How does one embody the teachings that have been learned and the healing that has been experienced? In this two-part episode, Devi is exploring some of the refinements available to us on the journey of self with internationally acclaimed Yogi, author, and leading voice in wellness, Jessamyn Stanely.
July 15, 2021
You Are Uniquely Designed with Erin Clarie Jones
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Who we are is more than the sum of where we come from. Who we are is deeply embedded in our energetic make-up. Erin Claire Jones, an acclaimed Human Design Guide and Leadership Coach, uses ancient wisdom and spiritual studies to help you understand your energetic blueprint and help you give yourself permission to be exactly who you are.
July 8, 2021
Layers of Practice with Sah D'Simone
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Wellness and spirituality has become increasingly popular in the last decade, and we are all eager to explore what our journeys have for us. But in our haste to heal, we forget to check in with the parts of ourselves that help us shine our brightest and truly embody the work. Sah D’Simone (Spiritually Sassy: 8 Radical Steps to Activate Your Innate Superpowers) is dropping gems with Devi Brown about the journey to refinement in your spiritual practice and being.
June 18, 2021
Soul Bonds Part 2 with Yvonne Orji
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Soul led friendship between women seems like a radical act and the profound intimacy of it is often under celebrated. Emmy nominated actress, comedian and author, Yvone Orji (Insecure; Bamboozled by Jesus) is dropping gems with Devi about what she’s learned through friendship and real love and how to peacefully move forward when a friendship ends and real love.
June 11, 2021
Soul Bonds Part 1 with Yvonne Orji
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Soul led friendship between women seems like a radical act and the profound intimacy of it is often under celebrated. Emmy nominated actress, comedian and author, Yvone Orji (Insecure; Bamboozled by Jesus) is dropping gems with Devi about what she’s learned through friendship and real love and how to peacefully move forward when a friendship ends and real love.
May 27, 2021
Divine Rhythm with Londrelle
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The messages we take in can have a significant impact to who we believe we are at our core. Music artist Londrelle, holds the responsibility of the messages he shares in his music and he’s Dropping Gems with Devi Brown about how he came into that consciousness.
May 20, 2021
The Story of You with Kia Miaka Natisse
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Everything we know about the world, we’ve been told through stories. About who we are, how we got here, where we come from, storytelling is the thread that tethers us to our lineage and the world. Its power can also connect us with our deepest selves. Kia Miakka Natisse, co-host of the Invisibilia podcast and born storyteller is dropping gems with Devi about the power of storytelling.
May 13, 2021
Be Present With It All with Manoj Dias
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No matter your belief system or daily practice, experiencing challenges are par for the course in our ever expanding human experience. This week, spiritual teacher and author, Manoj Dias shares wisdom on how to be present with yourself through it all and utilize what can feel like suffering as a pathway to your light.
April 22, 2021
Getting Closer to Home with Yung Pueblo
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Everyone’s journey is different, but in every journey there is a universal need for patience with yourself and non-judgment of the people around you. Diego Perez (Yung Pueblo) is dropping gems about finding home within yourself to create clarity of mind and to support a deeper connection within.
April 15, 2021
Radical Friendship with Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik
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The age old advice, “don’t mix business with pleasure”, doesn’t hold up for friends on a mission to share as they heal. Krista and Lindsey, hosts of the Almost 30 podcast, drop gems with Devi this week about building their friendship as they built a business together.
March 25, 2021
Everything is Sacred with Koya Webb
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When you are in flow, everything in your life has the ability to become a sacred expression. Devi is joined by visionary yoga practitioner, teacher, author and entrepreneur Koya Webb to drop gems about all things yoga and the transformational power of the breath.
March 11, 2021
Brain Training with David McCullar
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Stress, trauma and circumstance send messages to our minds to protect us. And that protection becomes, what David McCullar calls “emotional obesity”. That’s why he founded the world's first mental health gym, Inception. Devi & David are dropping gems about how trauma shows up in the body and the pathways available to heal.
February 18, 2021
Meeting Your Inner Child with Devi Brown
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When our parents did the best they could, but we recognize now that we can do better, how do we change the way we relate to the past? Devi is dropping gems about how to meet and care for your inner child to change the future.
January 21, 2021
Embodied Astrology with Renne Sills
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When people ask “what’s your sign?”, what they’re really asking for is a way to connect with you that is beyond Earthly understanding. We are all celestial beings and astrology helps us to understand exactly how we relate to all the stars in the sky. Renee Sills (Embodied Astrology) is dropping gems about what astrology can tell us about the year ahead.
January 21, 2021
Exploring Self-Care with Charli Penn
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As a journalist, covering love, relationships and wellness, Charli Penn (Essence) has studied methods for self-care and devotion to share with the world. But how does she commit to herself? This week, Devi Brown and Charli Penn are dropping gems about self-care, intentional connection and love.
January 14, 2021
Happy, Healthy, Creative with Melanie Fiona
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Life moves fast when you’re chasing your dreams. But what happens when the opportunities you’ve worked hard for are not aligned with who you want to become. This week, Melanie Fiona joins Devi Brown, dropping gems about the shifts she made to align her spiritual wellness with her life as an artist.
December 24, 2020
Take What You Need with Dr. Mariel Burque
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In a world where our being is a threat to some, and has been for centuries, how do we find solace in ourselves? Devi Brown explores this notion with Dr. Mariel Buque. Listen to the two of them drop gems on ancestral healing, mental wellness, and spiritual strength.
December 17, 2020
Are Your Beliefs Your Own with Candice Benbow
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When it comes to spirituality, a lot of us grew up in church. But as adults, we rarely examine our spirituality deeper than what we were taught. Devi and Candice Benbow (Red Lip Theology) are dropping gems about what understanding God for themselves has meant for their spiritual journeys.
December 10, 2020
Ancestral Healing is your Birthright with Dr. Rocio Rosales-Meza
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Black Indigenous People of Color are a part of this land like the wind and the soil. But in a society that teaches us that we are not valued, we have to search our lineage for the healing we deserve. This week, Dr. Rosales-Meza and Devi Brown are dropping gems on ancestral healing.