Welcome to Carla’s Channel Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcast, aka Heart Nation! Our podcast takes you deep into meaningful conversations with everyday heroes and sheroes who have faced—and conquered—life’s toughest challenges. Each episode explores powerful themes of hope, healing, and resilience, offering personal stories that inspire, practical strategies that empower, and heartfelt insights that uplift. Whether you’re seeking encouragement, a fresh perspective, or the push to turn your passions into reality, this is your space for connection, awareness, and transformation. 🎙️
From bedside to broadcast — as a nurse for over 3 decades, I’ve held hands in life’s most intense moments. Now, I use that same heart and insight to host powerful conversations on my podcast. 💡 Real stories. Real impact. From a voice that’s been in the trenches. I am a Registered Nurse, Case Manager, Birth Doula, CPR Instructor & Life Coach! I love & appreciate the life experiences nursing has taught me!
What happens when your story becomes your purpose—and your purpose finds a microphone? 🎙️ In this inspiring conversation, Podcast Host of Inspiration Nation, Keycha Dorsey interviews our very own Carla J, host of the Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcastm to share her journey into media.
Carla opens up about the experiences that taught her the power of using her voice, her vision for creating meaningful media that educates, inspires and impacts lives, and the lessons she has learned while building her own platform.
She also shares two powerful nuggets for aspiring podcasters, content creators and media professionals who are ready to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start using their voices.
✨ Your story has value. Your voice has power. And sometimes changing one person's world is enough to start a ripple. Follow Keycha Dorsey on Inspiration Nation Radio The Block 105 Radio and Facebook/IG at Visions Unlmtd. Thanks Keycha for your support!
7 Sept 2026
Chicago Creative Debuts Her First Short Film "Love Bomb" | Must-Watch Interview
🎬 What does it take to turn a creative vision into your very first film? This week on Heart to Heart Inspiration, I'm joined by Gabrielle Israel—a talented Chicago-born photographer, videographer, entrepreneur, and emerging film director.
Gabrielle shares her inspiring journey from capturing powerful images behind the camera to directing her first short film, "Love Bomb."
We'll dive into:
✨ The inspiration behind Love Bomb
🎥 The challenges of directing a first film
📸 Building a successful photography and videography brand
💡 Lessons every aspiring filmmaker and content creator should hear
❤️ Why storytelling has the power to inspire, heal, and transform lives
Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, entrepreneur, artist, or simply someone chasing a dream, this conversation will leave you motivated to keep creating.
7 Sept 2026
WHO HAS POWER OVER YOUR LIFE?
What if the authority you’ve been searching for was never outside of you? On this episode of the Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcast, CarlaJ sits down with Solomon Yemane, author of SOLOISM, for a thought-provoking conversation about inner authority, spiritual sovereignty, personal power, and what it means to take ownership of your own life and beliefs. We’ll explore the ideas behind SOLOISM, why Solomon wrote the book, and how questioning what we’ve been taught can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves.
🔥 In this conversation:
What exactly is SOLOISM?
What does “spiritual sovereignty” mean?
Why do we give our inner authority away?
Can you be spiritual without following traditional expectations?
How do we learn to trust ourselves?
What happens when you start thinking for yourself?
This is more than a conversation about a book—it’s a conversation about identity, freedom, purpose and personal transformation.
16 Jun 2026
💔 Rejected, Resilient & Rising: Nicole Sconiers' Journey to the New York Times Bestseller List
What does it take to go from dreaming about success to seeing your name connected to award-winning projects, bestselling books, and major television productions?
In this powerful episode of Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcast, Carla J sits down with Nicole D. Sconiers, acclaimed author, screenwriter, and storyteller whose work has been featured in the New York Times bestselling anthology Out There Screaming, edited by Jordan Peele.
Nicole shares her journey, the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and how perseverance helped her create stories that amplify powerful voices and inspire others to keep going.
In this episode, we discuss:
✅ Overcoming obstacles and self-doubt ✅ The power of storytelling and representation ✅ Writing for television and film ✅ Working on A Mother's Intuition for Lifetime and TV One ✅ Being featured in a New York Times bestselling anthology ✅ Turning passion into purpose ✅ What it really takes to thrive in creative industries
Whether you're an aspiring author, entrepreneur, creative, or someone navigating a difficult season, Nicole's story is proof that your current circumstances do not determine your future.
✨ You've survived enough. Now it's time to thrive.
16 Jun 2026
You Will Leave Here One Day… Are You Prepared? | Funeral CEO Tanya Walker Breaks It Down
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Carla’s Channel: Heart to Heart Inspiration Podcast, we sit down with Tanya Walker, CEO of Compassion Memorial Services, to talk about something most people avoid—but absolutely NEED to understand.
From funeral planning to wills and estate preparation, Tonya breaks down how families can protect themselves emotionally, financially, and legally before it’s too late.
This conversation is not just about death—it’s about legacy, responsibility, and making sure your loved ones are not left with confusion, stress, or financial burden.
If you’ve ever said “I’ll get to it later”… this is your wake-up call.
✨ In this episode, we discuss: ✔️ The truth about funeral planning (what people get wrong) ✔️ Why EVERY adult needs a will ✔️ How to protect your family from unnecessary stress ✔️ Estate planning basics you can’t afford to ignore ✔️ What happens when there is NO plan in place
💡 This is a must-watch for families, entrepreneurs, caregivers, and anyone serious about building generational stability.
4 Sept 2025
Shine Without Apology!
Tune in as Georgia Me, the Goddess of Atlanta, Poetry Tony Award winner and Def Poetry Jam icon, joins us for an unforgettable conversation on inspiration, resilience, and the power of words.
4 Sept 2025
Tragedy to Transformation Filmmaking Journey!
Chicago roots run deep! 🎤 My exclusive interview with filmmaker E.L. Porter kicks off with us reminiscing about growing up in the Chi, experiencing tragedy and then triumph—before diving into his brand-new film, premiering May 31 in Chicago! 🎬🔥 You don’t want to miss this mix of memories, movie magic, and major inspiration.
15 Aug 2025
Church and Depression Shame
As the holidays near many people find themselves dealing with depression. This can be due to multiple reasons! And if left unaddressed can lead to suicide. Depression and suicide are sensitive topics, and over the years, different interpretations and views have emerged within religious contexts, including the Church. Many myths have been perpetuated about depression and suicide in religious communities, often stemming from misunderstandings, misinterpretations of scripture, or cultural factors. We will talk about some common myths about depression and suicide that have been historically associated with the Church, along with the facts that can help clarify these misconceptions. #podcast #depression #church #depressionmyths #suicideawareness
15 Aug 2025
Trauma to Triumph!
Special guest, Dave Murphy shares his traumatic and life-changing experience that lead to years of unhealthy weight gain. Dealing with PTSD Dave’s weight was spiraling out of control and stopped him from experiencing different activities with his young daughter. The disappointment from his daughter sparked a renewed sense of urgency and determination to start & maintain his weight loss journey. #carlahasheart #podcast #motivation #mentalhealth #love #weightloss
15 Aug 2025
A Journey of Resilience!
“A Journey of Resilience”🎧🚀 College is not just about classes, exams &parties—it’s a life-changing journey. For Aasir Mecca, a young man navigating college life, the road was anything but ordinary. Aasir shares his journey of achieving his Bachelor degree from HBCU Texas Southern University & earning his Masters degree from a different university. He also embarked on a music journey as an Independent Artist! He shares how mental health resiliency was key in his journey. #carlahasheart #PodcastEpisode #MentalHealthAwareness #HBCU #CollegeLife #masterdegree #texassouthern #TSU
15 Aug 2025
Are College Degrees Overrated?
Author Joshua Flapan says college degrees are not for everyone. He discusses his research and personal perspectives from his book, 'Education Mania.'
15 Aug 2025
“Cerebus Unbound: The Surreal Legacy of Dave Sim’s Indie Masterpiece”
In this episode, we dive into the wild, absurd, and endlessly fascinating world of Cerebus the Aardvark — the iconic comic series that reshaped independent comics forever. Guest Oliver Simonsen (creator of comic character Captain Zap) joins us to explore Cerebus’ satirical brilliance, and why this genre-bending epic continues to inspire readers and creators decades later.
If you love alternative comics or want to discover one of the most daring series of all time, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!
#Cerebus #AlternativeComics #IndieComics #ComicBookHistory #PodcastLife #HeartToHeartInspirationPodcast #carlahasheart
15 Aug 2025
💔➡️💓 From Heartache to Heartbeat
After years of fertility struggles and shattered hope, she did the unthinkable—she became a mom at 46. This week’s podcast episode is a raw, real, and inspiring testimony of faith, endurance, and the power of a woman’s body and spirit. 🌈👶🏾✨ 🎧 Tune in to hear her miscarriage miracle — and why her story might be the encouragement someone else needs today.
💬 Drop a 💜 if you believe in miracles. 📢 Tag a woman who needs to hear this!
15 Aug 2025
“Life, Death & Body Slams: The Many Lives of Wade Simmons”
What do you get when you mix a filmmaker, mortician, and a pro wrestler?You get Wade Simmons — a man who's literally living multiple lives.In (http://lives.In) this unforgettable episode, we sit down with the multi-talented creator Wade Simmons to explore the wild intersections of storytelling, death care, and the wrestling ring. Wade opens up about growing up in Chicago, honoring the dead with dignity, building characters with depth, and stepping into the ring with fearless energy.We talk about creativity, spirituality, and the power of reinventing yourself — sometimes more than once.🎬 From funeral homes to film sets.⚰️ From love to legacy.💪 From the ropes to the red carpet. This is one you don’t want to miss!
15 Aug 2025
Free Your Soma and Inner Light!
Aimee Takaya discusses her journey with somatic research and training. Aimee will also explain the benefits of somatic therapy in reducing stress and pain. Aimee provides hands-on soma services in the New York area but also offers virtual services. #soma #traumahealing #somatichealing #pain #newyork
15 Aug 2025
What I Gained Through My Pain!
Author Nakisha S. James shares authentic and some heart wrenching life lessons from her book 'What I Gained Through My Pain!' Nakisha is an author, certified life coach, public speaker, ghost writer and mom to four amazing children. Nakisha can be found on Instagram Pained4Purpose and her books are available on Amazon.
14 Aug 2025
Living Life After Covid-19
Guest Speakers Karen Drain-Ellis RN, MSN a nurse on the Covid front lines and Juancetta Smith-Lindsey a widow to Covid, share their personal experiences about coping with the devastating effects of Covid-19, navigating PTSD, and grief to move forward.
14 Aug 2025
Breaking the Silence: Empowering Survivors with WINGS
In this heartfelt episode of Carla's Channel, Heart to Heart Inspiration, I sit down with Sarah Swiston from WINGS, Chicago’s largest domestic violence agency, to shine a light on the urgent issue of domestic abuse—and the hope that exists beyond it.
We discuss the life-changing resources WINGS provides, from safe housing and counseling to advocacy and economic empowerment programs that help survivors rebuild their lives. Together, we explore the importance of breaking the silence, the realities survivors face, and the powerful role community support plays in the journey toward safety and healing.
Whether you or someone you know has been impacted by domestic violence, or you simply want to learn how to be an ally, this episode offers both education and encouragement.
Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org (http://www.thehotline.org).
6 Jun 2025
“I Am: Speaking Faith into the Next Generation with Shardae Jones”
In this powerful episode, we welcome Shardae Jones, debut children’s book author of “Alphabet of Faith: I Am,” a vibrant, faith-filled affirmation book that’s empowering young minds one letter at a time. 📚✨
Join us as Shardae shares the heart and divine inspiration behind her book, the importance of planting seeds of identity in our children early, and how parents, educators, and communities can use affirmations rooted in faith to uplift the next generation. 💫
Whether you're a parent, teacher, or simply someone who believes in the power of words and faith — this episode is a must-listen.
🔠 Discover how each letter in the alphabet becomes a declaration of truth 🧠 Learn how affirmations shape identity from the inside out 🔥 Get inspired to speak life into the children around you
#AlphabetOfFaith #ShardaeJones #HeartToHeartPodcast #FaithAndFamily #ChildrensBooks #IAmAffirmations #SpeakLife #RepresentationMatters #FaithBasedParenting
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