Sharing intensely personal and professional stories from life experiences, these every day mature Black Women give it to you straight, with compassion, sometimes with candor, always with caring and gentleness, just like your Nana. Wise Black Nanas uses their unique place in life to encourage, open and start conversations about difficult topics and life events.
Wise Black Nanas
Claim This Podcastby Sharla M. Walker and Joanne Early
5.0(12 reviews)
37 episodes
Updated Bi-weekly
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YouTube68
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Sharing intensely personal and professional stories from life experiences, these every day mature Black Women give it to you straight, with compassion, sometimes with candor, always with caring and gentleness, just like your Nana. Wise Black Nanas uses their unique place in life to encourage, open and start conversations about difficult topics and life events.
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Publishing Since
11/30/2023
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YouTube68
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Episode Length
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Recent Episodes
June 1, 2026
Juneteenth 2026
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Juneteenth 2026 is shaping up to be a memorable one, with exciting developments that reflect just how far the celebration and recognition of this important day have come. Before you make your plans for this year’s observance, join the Nanas for a brief look at what’s happening in 2026 and why there is so much to celebrate.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Then, revisit one of our most popular and enduring Juneteenth features as we explore the history, significance, and spirit of Juneteenth. Travel through generations of resilience, remembrance, and community as we trace the journey from Texas to the national stage. Along the way, you’ll meet familiar historical figures, discover a few new ones, and gain a deeper appreciation for why Juneteenth means so much to so many.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether you’re learning about Juneteenth for the first time or returning to this story with fresh eyes, we invite you to reflect, celebrate, and be inspired to make Juneteenth every day.</span></p>
April 27, 2026
Taking Risks – Try Coaching
<p>In this episode, the Wise Black Nanas dive into the idea that risk isn’t just about big, dramatic life decisions, it’s woven into our everyday choices, relationships, and growth. Whether we realize it or not, we’re constantly navigating uncertainty, weighing outcomes, and deciding what feels worth it.</p> <p>As life coaches, Joanne and Dr. Sharla bring their lived experience, insight, and no-nonsense wisdom to the conversation. They explore how different people approach risk, what holds us back, and how we can move forward with more clarity and confidence.</p> <p>Along the way, Dr. Sharla shares a simple, practical concept she uses with clients to help make risk-taking feel more manageable and grounded. As well, she reveals some huge personal risks she took…find out if they were worth it!</p> <p>If you’ve ever found yourself hesitating, overthinking, or wondering whether to take that next step, this episode offers both perspective and encouragement to help you move forward.</p>
March 15, 2026
Where Are the Good People? Wise Black Brother
<p><strong>When a Wise Black Nana is a Wise Black Brother.</strong></p> <p>In this inspirational episode, the Nana’s continue their series “Where are the Good People?” They welcome a very special guest: Joanne’s real-life brother. A retired U.S. Marine and Vietnam-era veteran, beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong friend to his sister. He is also known for cooking some serious Southern cuisine, and Dr. Sharla has also been fortunate enough to be on the guest list for dinner at his house!</p> <p>It is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, perspective, and the wisdom that comes from lived experience.</p> <p>If you still sometimes wonder “Where the Good People Are”, this episode gives you a chance to spend time with one. Listening to his stories is a reminder that wisdom, strength, and goodness are still very much alive in the world.</p>
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