Be Steadwell is a music artist, creator, and above all, a lover. Sometimes the hardest person to confront is yourself, especially when acknowledging your flaws within the context of relationships. This episode takes you through a raw tale of self-discovery, as Be recounts the end of a significant relationship due to her own destructive behaviors, the fight with addiction, and the life-changing embrace of sobriety. Love stories aren't just about the butterflies; they're about the unpredictable twists of true connection.  From the rush of a first kiss to the depth of platonic bonds, Be shares personal stories that highlight the transformative power of love. Tell Her This is a podcast of honest, heartfelt, and real stories from women and for women who live real lives and are as messy and complex as they are beautiful.No advice. No self-help. Just perspective and stories.We’d like to hear from you! Send us your recording of a short stories answering this prompt “Tell me a story about a woman who changed your life.” Stories should be 3 mins or less and you can send them to tellherthispodcast@gmail.comBuy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers and today’s guest storyteller, Be Steadwell.To hear more from Be Steadwelll, please visit besteadwell.com If you'd like to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree click here! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcastSupport the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast

This week’s episode is an extra special Tell Her This Classic, a re-air of one of our favorite episodes, and the perfect way to kick off Black History Month! Have you ever felt the warmth of a story that wraps around you like a beloved grandmother's quilt, stitched with threads of strength, endurance, and love? That's exactly what you'll experience as we journey with our guest, Peggy Lorraine Howell, through the chapters of her life. Peggy, at 72-years young, embodies a nurturing spirit, molded by her experiences as a middle child and fortified by an unwavering faith in God's love. Her captivating anecdotes take us from theatrical May Day plays to heartfelt reflections at a 40th class reunion, reminding us to embrace the joy and innocence of our inner child. As we honor Black History Month, Peggy's narrative becomes a beacon, celebrating the influential women who've shaped not only her world but ours.We’d like to hear from you! Send us your recording of a short story answering this prompt “Tell me a story about a woman who changed your life.” Stories should be 3 mins or less and you can send them to tellherthispodcast@gmail.comBuy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. If you'd like to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree click here! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcastSupport the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast

Jillian is vibrant and talented, and like many of us, is doing her best to navigate life. Listen as she opens her heart about her greatest challenges, including a traumatic assault and a major professional setback. Her story is a raw testament to the strength found in vulnerability and clear perspective.If you’re still on the journey, if you need a new perspective,  if you don’t give up, this one’s for you**This episode includes explicit language and includes references to traumatic assault. Sensitive listeners are advised.**Tell Her This is a podcast of honest, heartfelt, and real stories from women and for women who live real lives and are as messy and complex as they are beautiful. No advice. No self-help. Just perspective and stories.Buy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. If you'd like to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree click here! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcastSupport the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast

Alicia is powerful, bubbly, and shining, but that sparkle came at a cost. As a child, with no real rights and no voice, she learned to navigate the complexities of an abusive home and what could have been a life-crushing experience. She learned to survive—on her terms. Now, navigating through parenthood and a career in social justice, she must continue her journey to liberation and healing.If you are a parent, if you are a generational curse-breaker, if you are a survivor, this one’s for you.When Alicia sits down on her pink couch to recount her 40 years of life, she doesn't just share a story—she hands us the keys to her soul. We're given an unfiltered glimpse into her evolution from a young activist impassioned by a movie, to an adult deeply committed to justice and longing to leave a legacy of good ancestry. Her early endeavors to fight for what's right, illuminated by a candid reflection on her journey, encourage us all to be fully present in our pursuit of a better world.Tell Her This is a podcast of honest, heartfelt, and real stories from women and for women who live real lives and are as messy and complex as they are beautiful. No advice. No self-help. Just perspective and stories.Buy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. If you'd like to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree click here! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcastSupport the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast

The Holiday Episode- S2Ep3The holidays are a time of celebration, lights, and precious memories…or at least that’s what the greeting cards say. Whether your season is merry and bright or another entree into the dreary days of winter, settle in for an extraordinary call-in episode with stories from a few of my friends.Tell Her This is a podcast of honest, heartfelt, and real stories from women and for women who live real lives and are as messy and complex as they are beautiful. No advice. No self-help. Just perspective and stories.Buy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcastSupport the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast

Jalisa was a high-achieving, goal-driven leader in the nonprofit philanthropy sector. Still, after a season of deep familial loss, professional challenges, and more than a decade in the field, she had a decision to make: lose herself to the cause or learn how to get free. Tell Her This is a podcast of honest, heartfelt, and real stories from women and for women who live real lives and are as messy and complex as they are beautiful. No advice. No self-help. Just perspective and stories.Buy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisSupport the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast

Nistha is dazzling, accomplished, and self-sufficient. But, her journey to this place of steadiness was hard-earned and deeply traumatic. Spanning across continents, generations, spirituality, and pain are her stories of survival and her journey to acceptance.**Content Advisory: This episode includes stories of physical and psychological abuse. Sensitive listeners are advised.**Tell Her This is a podcast of honest, heartfelt, and real stories from women and for women who live real lives and are as messy and complex as they are beautiful. No advice. No self-help. Just perspective and stories.Buy Me a Coffee and support Tell Her ThisThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers and Nistha Raj. Click here to hear more from Maya and support her new project, Orion and The Remembering Tree! To hear more from Nistha, click here! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcastFeatured music and artists:“Be That” by Maya RogersThe following songs are by Nistha Raj from her debut release, Exit 1“Adje Jano”“Bhairavi Beatbox”“Alibi Charukeshi Jor Jhala”“Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hi”“Jayanthi”Support the showThis episode includes music by Maya Rogers. If you'd like to hear more from her, click here! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating, and follow Tell Her This on all platforms @tellherthispodcast