NOIRPOISED Podcast
The NOIRPOISED podcast is a front-row seat to the real conversations Ruth & Sam have off-mic—now shared so you can grow from them too. If you’re building a career, raising kids (or co-parenting), caring for aging parents, healing old patterns, and still chasing purpose, this is for you.
Each episode goes beyond talk to transformation: we unpack the echoes of childhood that shape adult relationships, challenge outdated norms, and practice unlearning so we can relearn what’s true. Expect candid stories, evidence-minded insights, and practical takeaways you can use that week—on communication, boundaries, money, intimacy, leadership, and legacy.
We believe wisdom is a currency. As we navigate life’s lessons in real time, we share what’s working (and what isn’t) so you leave richer in perspective, not just entertained. Tune in for honest, relatable, no-fluff conversations that help you grow—in love, in life, and on purpose.
Episodes
95 episodes
Blame Men or Women? Nope… Let’s Talk About Fathers
Are “bad men” and “bad women” really the problem… or is it something deeper? Let’s get real about how childhood—especially the presence or absence of fathers—shapes confidence, relationships, and the choices we make as adults. From “daddy issue...
Wait… THIS Is What Kids Are Watching Now?!
Are kids today being exposed to things too early… or are we just finally noticing what’s always been there?We know many parents are thinking it—but not saying it out loud. From cartoons to classrooms, we explore what’s really being shown...
You’ve Seen the Lines... Are We Going to Keep Ignoring It?
Have you actually looked up at the sky lately? Not just glanced—but really watched it? Those lines… the ones that turn into clouds, grids, or thick layers that block the sun—what are they?What’s really going on above us? We’re talking ge...
From “Please God” to Power Moves: A Mindset Shift
What if the reason your prayers feel unanswered… isn’t God—but you? In this episode, we unpack a powerful shift: prayer isn’t begging, it’s alignment. It’s not about asking for things—it’s about becoming the person who can receive them.W...
From ‘Hot Girl Summer’ to Heating Pads
Your back hurts, your knees crack, and somehow… your favorite sneakers are now “dad shoes.” 😅 Yeah—it’s happening. We’re talking aging, shifting priorities, and that moment you realize life didn’t quite turn out how you planned… yet.From...
Why Do They Keep Showing Us Like This?!
Why does it feel like the same version of Black culture keeps getting pushed… over and over again?We get real about how Black people are portrayed in the media—and how those images shape how others see us… and even how we see ourselves. ...
Pastors Asking for $2,000 “Seeds”? Let’s Talk About It
We grew up in church. So when we see viral clips of pastors asking for thousands of dollars or rejecting someone’s donation… it hits differently.So we’re talking honestly about faith, money, and the uncomfortable things happening in chur...
EBT & $85 Nails?! Make It Make Sense
Is government help a safety net… or a lifestyle? We’re having the uncomfortable debate around EBT, welfare, and who really pays the price.No judging. Just real questions most people are thinking but don’t say out loud. Should assistance ...
Racism Is Real… But Is It Your Ceiling?
Ever catch yourself blaming the system, your past, your job… or even race… for why you’re stuck? Yup, we’ve been there and sometimes, still there!So we’re having a real conversation about victim mentality — what it actually is, how it sh...
Is School Educating... or Conditioning Our Kids?
Let’s be honest — what did you actually learn in school that you use every day now? Besides basic math and spelling, what stuck? Not much, right? That leads us to our next questions: Is school about education… or conditioning? Are our kids lear...
Hard Times Made You… Will Easy Times Break Them?
One of the biggest parenting debates: Does an easier childhood create weaker adults—or smarter ones?What if giving your kids everything actually costs them something? Like the lack of resilience, drive, or discipline. But...
Is Living at Home Stunting Your Growth?
Why is moving out before marriage such a big deal for many? Is it about faith, tradition, survival… or control?Living at home as an adult gives off ‘I’m lucky to have supportive parents’ but can be a struggle mentally for many. We’re tal...
Fatherhood Starts Before the Baby
Think childbirth is something you just “show up” for as a dad? Think again.In this episode, we’re talking straight to fathers—first-timers and seasoned vets—about what really happens during childbirth and why your role matters more than ...
The Birth Conversation We Should've Had Sooner
We continue the conversation from last week with Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Chris Gonzalez Baez, with a focus on the traumas that are often left on women post birth when control of your own body is left out of the equation...
This Is Why Doulas Change Everything
Why does giving birth feel scarier for Black and Brown families—and why are so many of us told the hospital is the only safe option? Are we choosing what’s best for us—or what we’ve been conditioned to fear less?With ...
Were You Pushed into a C-Section?
So many women walk into the hospital planning one kind of birth… and leave with a C-section they never expected. Why does that keep happening?In this episode, we kick off our childbirth series by talking honestly about C-sections—why the...
Stop Lying to Yourself About Goals
New year, same pressure to “change everything.” But what if that’s the problem? In this episode, we talk about daily habits, procrastination, accountability, and the uncomfortable truth about goals we say we want… but don’t really want...
It's Not Love - It's the Language
We’re talking about love languages beyond romance—with parents, siblings, friends, and the people who drive you a little crazy this season.Are you loving people the way you want to be loved—or the way they actual...
The Phase Every Woman Hits - but Nobody Talks About
Perimenopause hits every woman—but most of us don’t even know it’s happening. In this episode, we sit down with a women’s health educator, Gail Janicola, who breaks down what perimenopause really is, why it starts earlier than you thin...
Are You Actually Okay? (Part 2)
Welcome to part 2 of this conversation. Therapy is trending, but is it truly helping us grow—or just giving us buzzwords? In this continued episode, we unpack real healing, generational patterns, and why perspective matters. How do you know if ...
Are You Actually Okay?
In part 1 of 2 of this episode, we sit down with a friend to talk about something many of us grew up avoiding—mental health in the Black community. We laugh, we reminisce, and we get real about what it means to normalize trauma, function throug...
What Do You Bring to the Table?
Thanksgiving is here, and while we love the food, the laughs, and the chaos… being around family can hit some nerves. In this episode, we’re asking the one question most of us avoid: What’s your role in your family—and...
What No One Tells Men About Fatherhood
What really happens to men after they become dads—emotionally, mentally, even biologically? Does fatherhood reshape masculinity, from shifting testosterone to shifting priorities? We talk about fear, identity, and that quiet pressure men feel t...
We're Just Not Trying to Raise Punks
Are you a gentle parent—or just trying not to repeat what you grew up with? In this episode, we’re discussing emotional intelligence, boundaries, and that unspoken fear of “raising a soft kid.”Let’s talk about the real difference between...
Are We All Just Tired of the Chase?
Ever notice how our generation went from “bottomless brunch” to “barefoot in the garden”? Let’s talk about the great energy shift — why so many of us are craving slower mornings and simpler living. From letting go of hustle culture to reconnect...