Black Girl Brilliance: Stories of Success and Resilience

Advocate for Her: Dr. Jonisha Brown

In this powerful episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Dr. Jonisha Brown shares her journey from physician to advocate after experiencing a life threatening heart attack just 10 days postpartum that was initially dismissed. Through her story, she sheds light on the realities Black women face in healthcare and how her experience led her to create meaningful change through her advocacy. This conversation highlights the importance of being seen, heard, and supported, while reminding us that our stories can become a powerful force for impact.

I'm That Girl: Deziree Patterson

In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, Deziree Patterson shares her journey from growing up in a rural North Carolina town as one of the few Black girls in advanced classes to becoming a leader in workforce development and community partnerships. She reflects on resilience, proving doubters wrong after being told she wouldn’t get into UNC Chapel Hill, and the power of mentorship, community, and believing in your path. Through her work helping adults transition into tech careers and her leadership with iFlourish, Deziree reminds us that relationships, authenticity, and purpose can open doors you never imagined. Her story is a powerful reminder that even when the path looks uncertain, you can still rise and be that girl.

No Permission Needed: Sheridan Labbe

This episode explores resilience, confidence beyond approval, and why Black women must stop downplaying their talents. Sheridan Labbe, Creative Strategy Manager at Credit Karma and Founder of Untamed, shares her journey of learning to be present, vulnerable, and unapologetically creative. She reminds us that the very passions we minimize are often our greatest gifts. If you think what you love to do or your skills aren't that special, this conversation is your sign that it absolutely is.

Serving in Purpose: MaShonna Hughes

In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, MaShonna shares how Project Outpour is restoring dignity to unhoused neighbors through care, choice, and compassion in Charlotte NC. She explains how offering mobile showers and a shopping-style experience for toiletries centers autonomy and respect while challenging stereotypes about who experiences homelessness. MaShonna reflects on her own season of uncertainty after a leap of faith, when community support carried her through and shaped her leadership. Her story is a powerful reminder that resilience, love, and purpose can grow from even the hardest moments.

Owning your Seat in Sports and Partnerships: Evanna Howell

In this episode of Black Girl Brilliance, we sit down with Evanna Howell, Senior Partnerships Account Manager for 23XI Racing. Evanna shares how she carved her path in the highly competitive world of sports, using networking, continued education, and intentional mentorship to rise and thrive. She breaks down the power of strategic partnerships, the financial landscape behind major sports organizations, and why women must own their seat at every table. This conversation is a masterclass in confidence, preparation, and purpose.