Lirae Journey

About Lirae Journey

The Lirae Journey podcast, hosted by Sherella Cupid, PhD, discusses the journeys of Black women in various contexts, and serves as a digital sister circle, which is a support group for and by Black women. We create community and conversation with the aim of us thriving. This podcast is a part of the McKissick Health Podcast Network. For more information & to sign-up for the newsletter, visit liraejourney.com

Publisher

Sherella Cupid, PhD

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Feb 2021

Latest episode

29 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

40 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jul 2025

   411. Prioritizing Mental Health Over Career with Sierra McKissick | SEASON WRAPPED EPISODE

   Dr. Sherella Cupid and Sierra McKissick discussed the conclusion of Season 4 of the Lirae Journey podcast, which focused on transitions in the lives of Black women. Sherella reflected on her postdoctoral journey, emphasizing the importance of journaling and self-reflection. She highlighted her research on sister circles and Black women in helping professions during the pandemic. Sherella encouraged listeners to engage with her blog entry on Medium for further insights into the episode's themes. ABOUT THE SHOW Lirae Journey discusses the journeys of Black women in various contexts and serves as a digital sister circle, a support group for and by Black women. We create community and conversation with the aim of thriving. Subscribe to the Lirae Journey mailing list at liraejourney.com. Follow the show on social media platforms at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@liraejourney. DISCLAIMER The topics, views, and opinions expressed on McKissick Health & Wellness are those of the speaker, host, and guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of McKissick Health & Wellness or any affiliated brand (One Choice Magazine, the Experience, or SFM Design Studio). Any tips, suggestions, or content provided by our speaker, host, and guest are their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. Read more https://bit.ly/MHPodNet

2. 

   16 Jul 2025

   410. Love in Transition: Social Support and the Humanity of Black Women with Daliah Ouedraogo

   In this episode, Daliah Ouedraogo, a first-year doctoral student at Howard University, discussed her collegiate experiences and research interests, with a focus on transitions and community building. She also explored the importance of mentors, socialization, and personal growth during graduate studies, as well as the significance of research in addressing challenges faced by Black women. The conversation concluded with a discussion on the intersection of technology, beauty, and self-esteem, as well as the need for social support within Black women's communities and sister circles.ABOUT THE SHOWLirae Journey discusses the journeys of Black women in various contexts and serves as a digital sister circle, a support group for and by Black women. We create community and conversation with the aim of thriving. Subscribe to the Lirae Journey mailing list at liraejourney.com. Follow the show on social media platforms at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@liraejourney.DISCLAIMER The topics, views, and opinions expressed on McKissick Health & Wellness are those of the speaker, host, and guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of McKissick Health & Wellness or any affiliated brand (One Choice Magazine, the Experience, or SFM Design Studio). Any tips, suggestions, or content provided by our speaker, host, and guest are their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything. Read more https://bit.ly/MHPodNet

3. 

   1 Jul 2025

   409. Love In Transition: Navigating Uncertainty with Ngeri Nnachi, J.D., M.P.P.L.

   Activist Ngeri Nnachi, J.D., M.P.P.L., discusses navigating career uncertainty and the importance of community with Sherella, highlighting creating safe spaces for Black children in this interview episode.

Who has been a guest on Lirae Journey

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Ngeri Nnachi
• Dr Arcia Stokes
• Chantel Bomar
• Sierra

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

7,776

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

12

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.