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episode goes beyond talk to transformation: we unpack the echoes of childhood that shape adult relationships, challenge outdated norms, and practice unlearning so we can relearn what’s true.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.
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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 through pain, and still tell ourselves we’re “fine.”
Ketayma opens up about therapy, anxiety, depression, and the moment he realized he was repeating patterns he thought he’d escaped. We also talk about why so many of us confuse survival with strength… and why healing requires more than prayer, jokes, or pushing through.
This episode asks one simple question: Are you actually okay, or just really good at pretending?
…And come back next week for the continuation to this conversation.
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*This podcast is for conversation and reflection only. We’re not licensed therapists or medical professionals. The stories and perspectives shared here are based on personal experience and should not replace professional advice. If you’re struggling or need guidance, we encourage you to seek help from a qualified therapist or mental health professional.
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