#REALTALK with Emma G and Ra

About #REALTALK with Emma G and Ra

REALTALK: Honest Conversations for High-Functioning Humans REAL TALK began as a response to a traumatic event that swept the globe. In the early days of the pandemic, when the world felt uncertain and disconnected, Emma G used her platform as a singer-songwriter, coach, and speaker to keep people inspired, grounded, and mentally well. What started as a simple idea — let’s talk honestly about how we’re really doing — quickly became something more. REAL TALK evolved into a space for curious, compassionate conversations about resilience, creativity, leadership, and mental health — especially for people who are often expected to “hold it together.” At its core, the show brings together people from different backgrounds, beliefs, and lived experiences to explore wellness with integrity, nuance, and heart. Season One: Holding Space During the Pandemic Season One was hosted solo by Emma G and featured conversations with creatives, leaders, and thinkers navigating their inner worlds while continuing to show up publicly. Guests included fashion designer Kenny “Kas” Flanagan, motivational speaker Billy Alsbrooks, politician Laila Harré, hip-hop artist King Kapisi, and the Punk Rock Doc herself, Dr. JJ Kelly, among many others. These were conversations about staying human in an inhuman moment — about mental health, meaning, identity, and how we care for ourselves when everything familiar is stripped away. Season Two: Mental Health Sounds Like This In 2025, REAL TALK returned with a new chapter. Season Two was co-hosted by Rawinia Judson (Ra) — authenticity and leadership coach — and leaned more deeply into what mental health actually sounds like for high-functioning humans: leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers. Together, Emma and Ra explored burnout, self-trust, purpose, nervous system health, and authenticity through conversations with guests like Andrew Buerger, Robert Heath, Stephen Warner, and Sam Harvey. Season Two wasn’t about quick fixes. It was about naming what’s real, reducing stigma, and reminding listeners they weren’t alone. Season Three: Raising the Vibration Season Three marks a natural evolution — not away from mental health, but into integration. Co-hosted by Emma G and Dinah Simpson, founder of High Ki Living, this season expands the conversation into holistic wellness — mind, body, and spirit — while staying grounded, practical, and deeply human. Emma’s bold, expressive “rockstar-meets-mindful” energy is balanced by Dinah’s calm, nourishing presence. Together, they create a space that is both activating and regulating — honest without being heavy, elevated without bypassing reality. This season features conversations with guests such as Dr. Dave Snell, Angela Kingdon, Molly Ruland, and Dr. Robb Kelly — people working at the intersection of mental health, leadership, healing, culture, and systems change. Season Three is about raising the vibration not by escaping life — but by meeting it with awareness, embodiment, and intention. What REAL TALK Is Really About REAL TALK exists because: High-functioning humans struggle too Wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all Healing doesn’t always look quiet Growth shouldn’t come at the cost of your nervous system And honest conversation remains one of the most powerful tools we have This podcast isn’t about perfection or performance. It’s about presence, perspective, and staying connected to yourself while doing meaningful work in the world. REALTALK livestreams every Monday at 6pm EST starting January 5, 2026 through to March 23, 2026.

Publisher

Emma G Music

Category

education · health & fitness · music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Aug 2020

Latest episode

16 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

64 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Mar 2026

   From Pain to Power: Identity, Healing, and Reclaiming Your Voice with Marya Kazmi

   In this episode of REALTALK with Emma G and Dinah, hosts Emma G and Dinah Simpson sit down with Marya Kazmi, writer, educator, and the voice behind Brown Girl Interrupting. Marya shares her deeply personal journey navigating identity as the daughter of immigrants from Pakistan and Bangladesh, growing up in America while balancing the expectations of family, culture, and faith. From becoming a young mother during college to later finding the courage to leave a difficult marriage after 17 years, Marya’s story is one of resilience, reflection, and ultimately choosing herself. Through writing, storytelling, and honest conversation, Marya began dismantling the beliefs she once held about who she was supposed to be. That process of healing eventually grew into her podcast and talk series Pain to Power, where she amplifies stories of individuals who have transformed personal struggles into leadership and purpose. In this conversation, we explore: • Navigating identity between cultures• The courage it takes to rewrite your life story• Healing through storytelling and community• Turning pain into purpose and leadership• Why authenticity and honest dialogue are essential to personal growth We also discuss Marya’s course Empowerment Unlocked: A Journey to Healing and Growth, a five-session program designed to help participants explore identity, unpack limiting beliefs, regulate emotions, and communicate needs with authenticity. At its core, this episode is about reclaiming your voice—and discovering the power that comes from telling your story on your own terms. Subscribe to REALTALK with Emma G and Dinah for conversations at the intersection of identity, music, healing, and personal transformation.

2. 

   10 Mar 2026

   REAL TALK | S3 Ep09 - Kelly Campbell: Strength, Safety & the Power of Self-Trust

   Join hosts Emma G and Dinah Simpson for Episode 10 of REAL TALK: Raising the Vibration — where we explore the practices that help us become stronger, safer, and more grounded in who we are.This week, we welcome a leader in the world of Krav Maga, each with decades of experience empowering people to step into courage, confidence, and personal agency: Kelly CampbellFor more than 26 years, Kelly has taught authentic Krav Maga across the globe — training students, mentoring instructors, and preserving the integrity of the system. Kelly’s mission is simple and profound:  help people believe they can be in control of their safety, their choices, and their growth — and give them the tools to prove it. Krav Maga transformed her own life. She began training “just for fun,” but instructors saw the teacher in her long before she saw it in herself. With time, Kelly discovered that her true calling wasn’t performing strength — but teaching people how to access their own. Kelly brings a rare combination of expertise, humility, and heart — making this episode a masterclass in personal empowerment. In this episode, we explore:- How authentic Krav Maga develops not just physical skill, but mindset, self-awareness, and emotional resilience- Why empowerment begins with believing you can be in control of your life, your body, and your safety- Kelly’s journey from hesitant student to global instructor developer — and what she learned along the way- The difference between real empowerment and performative “toughness”- Why self-defense training is as much about mental health as it is about physical safety- How movement, discipline, and community help people reclaim their power This episode is grounding, electrifying, and deeply human — the perfect blend of strength and heart. Connect with Kelly CampbellEmail: kellyc@kravmaga.comLocation: Los Angeles, California(Global instructor developer and trainer) ABOUT THE HOSTSAbout Emma GEmma G is a singer-songwriter, empowerment coach, TEDx speaker, and #1 bestselling author. Having survived 10 brain surgeries for hydrocephalus, she transformed her lived experience into a mission: helping others reclaim their voice, rewrite their stories, and build emotional and mental resilience through music, somatic expression, and trauma-informed coaching. Website: https://emmagmusic.com About Dinah SimpsonDinah Simpson is the founder of High Ki Living, a mindfulness and energy-healing practice helping busy minds find calm, clarity, and balance. Through breathwork, meditation, sound healing, Reiki, and grounding lifestyle practices, Dinah supports individuals and organizations in overcoming burnout and reconnecting with their inner wisdom. Website: https://dinahsimpson.com 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5411589634129920

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   3 Mar 2026

   REAL TALK | S3 Ep08 - With Liz Strom: Elevating Life, Beauty & Community Through Espressofied

   Join hosts Emma G and Dinah Simpson for Episode 9 of REAL TALK: Raising the Vibration — where vulnerability meets vision, and everyday living becomes sacred.This week’s guest is Liz Strom, DC/NYC–based lifestyle curator, transformational life coach, content creator, and founder of the brand Espressofied. Through Espressofied, Liz encourages people to live life elevated — embracing beauty, self-care, authenticity, and connection as everyday practices.For Liz, life’s highest moments come not just in milestones, but in the tiny acts of “showing up” — treating yourself well, curating your environment, honoring your story, and building community. Her mission: help people experience life as a rich, soulful journey — in mindset, style, wellness, and purpose. In this conversation, we explore:Why “elevated living” matters — and how self-care, aesthetic, and presence can shift energy in your life How Liz’s personal story (including surviving major health challenges) shaped her mission to help others reclaim their power, identity, and joy voyagebaltimore.com+1 The role of community, storytelling, and shared vulnerability in healing and growth Practical tools: how to curate rituals, environments, and mindsets that reflect your highest self The power of beauty, self-love, and inner alignment as radical acts of self-respect — especially for those navigating trauma, illness, or major transitions What “living elevated” really means — beyond Instagram aesthetics, as a consistent way of being If you’re someone who wants to deepen your relationship with yourself, your body, and your story — or if you believe in the transformative power of beauty, presence, and intentional living — this episode will speak directly to your spirit. Connect with Liz Strom & EspressofiedWebsite: https://espressofied.com/ espressofied Instagram: @espressofied Instagram LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/espressofied LinkedIn ABOUT THE HOSTSAbout Emma GEmma G is a singer-songwriter, empowerment coach, TEDx speaker, and #1 bestselling author based in Rockville, Maryland. Having survived 10 brain surgeries for hydrocephalus, she transformed her lived experience into a mission: helping others reclaim their voice, rewrite their stories, and build emotional and mental resilience through music, somatic expression, and trauma-informed coaching. Website: https://emmagmusic.com About Dinah SimpsonDinah Simpson is the founder of High Ki Living, a mindfulness and energy-healing practice dedicated to helping busy minds find calm, clarity, and balance. Through breathwork, meditation, sound healing, Reiki, and grounded lifestyle practices, Dinah supports individuals and communities in overcoming burnout and reconnecting with their inner wisdom. Website: https://dinahsimpson.com

Who has been a guest on #REALTALK with Emma G and Ra

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

• Meg Trucano
• Greg Roland
• Kieran Hedley
• Sam Harvey
• Robert Heath Sr

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 12 / 100

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Quality

11

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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