Embracing the Mic: Preparing for My First Podcast Episode
Have you ever had a moment where life pushed you to pause, reflect, and redefine your path?
That was me, sitting on the other side of law school. I had achieved the degree, survived the exams, and crossed the finish line—but I was still wondering, what’s next? I felt... stuck. I knew I didn’t want to practice law, but I had this dream, this vision of what my life could be, but I couldn’t figure out how to take that next step.
But here’s the thing about feeling stuck—it forces you to stop and really listen. And when I did, I realized something that changed everything: my path wasn’t about following the traditional route. It was about stepping into my own power, embracing who I am, and sharing my story authentically.
Fast forward to today, as I am preparing to record the first episodes of the Radical Southern Belle Podcast, I can’t help but reflect on how far I’ve come. This isn’t just about hitting record on a mic. It’s about something much bigger—owning my voice and creating a space where other Black women (and men) can feel empowered to own theirs too.
The Podcast Vision
For years, I’ve felt called to explore the intersections of social justice, radical self-love, and Southern identity. Growing up as a proud Black Southern woman, I carry the stories, lessons, and resilience of my ancestors. Through this podcast, I want to honor that legacy while challenging the status quo.
The Radical Southern Belle Podcast is a space where we’ll dive into honest conversations about:
Empowerment: How we claim our power in a world that often tries to diminish it.
Social Justice: Bridging tradition with progress to create meaningful change in our communities.
Radical Self-Love: Learning to see ourselves fully and love every part of who we are.
This podcast is for anyone who believes that transformation begins from within and ripples outward to change the world.
The Journey to Episode One
Preparing for this podcast has been a deeply personal and transformative experience. From brainstorming ideas to adjusting the mic for the first time, every step has been a reminder of why this matters.
It’s not just about creating content—it’s about creating connection. It’s about speaking to the parts of ourselves that we’ve been told to hide and showing up authentically, flaws and all.
As I sit at my desk, with my notes scattered and my mic ready, I feel a mixture of nerves and excitement. I know this journey won’t be perfect, but that’s the beauty of it. Growth happens when we step outside our comfort zones and let our voices be heard.
A Call to You
This is one of my transformative moments. What’s yours?
Think about a time when you felt stuck or uncertain—what did you learn about yourself? How did it change your path? I’d love to hear your stories. Share them with me in the comments or on social media using #RadicalSouthernBelle.
Every transformative journey begins with a single step. Recording my first podcast episode is one of mine, and I’m so grateful to have you here as part of this journey.
Stay tuned—the Radical Southern Belle Podcast launches Spring 2025. Let’s grow, reflect, and transform together.
In Solidarity,
Kratina
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