How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield
By Dreena Whitfield
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Episodes: 47
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How I Got Here with Dreena Whitfield goes beyond the highlight reel with Black women founders, executives, and leaders. Real conversations about the pivots, the setbacks, and the purpose behind the work. From bootstrapping a beauty brand with $500 to leading a professional sports franchise, each episode explores the moments that shaped who they became and the cost of building something meaningful.
For women navigating leadership, business ownership, career reinvention, and the cost of ambition.
New episodes biweekly on Wednesdays.
Host: Dreena Whitfield
Executive Producer, Writer & Creative Director: Keena Williams / Struxa
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| Episode | Date |
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Dr. T.M. Robinson-Mosley on Sports Psychology, Building The Playbook, and Why Ready Is Not a Feeling | How I Got Here
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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Amber Guyton on Soulful Maximalism, Pricing Your Worth, and Why Only 2% of Interior Designers Are Black | How I Got Here
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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From Organizing at 12 to Leading a National Movement | Mary Pat Hector | How I Got Here
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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Aniesia Williams on Power, Discernment, and Rebuilding After Toxic Leadership Spaces
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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From the Track to the Boardroom: Laila Brock on Leadership, Representation, and Purpose
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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Building LAMIK Beauty: Kim Roxie on Purpose, Perseverance, and Clean Beauty With Soul
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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Pouring Purpose: Aamira Garba and the Story Behind LoveLee Wines
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Nagela Duperval on OU LA, a $3 Million Build, and Faith in the Struggle
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Tahira Joy Wright on The Cut Life, PR Burnout, and Standing 10 Toes Down in Culture
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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From Tyler Perry Studios to Target Shelves
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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It's Never Too Late To Start Again
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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TalkBack w/ Dreena: Thriving as a Black Entrepreneur and the Importance of Black Business
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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From Media Mogul to Wellness Advocate: The Necole Journey
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Jan 08, 2024 |
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Sitting Down with Christina Rice: The Passion and Purpose Behind OMNoire
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Dec 18, 2023 |
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Excellence Unleashed: The Extraordinary Journey of Michelle Gainey in Event Planning
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Dec 04, 2023 |
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Kamilah Forbes on the Apollo Theater, Hip Hop Theater, and Building Culture That Lasts
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Sep 18, 2023 |
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Unconventional Paths to Success: Inspiring Journey of Define Bold Fitness CEO
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Sep 04, 2023 |
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Corporate to Creative: The Inspirational Journey of Interior Design Entrepreneur, Rasheeda Gray
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Aug 24, 2023 |
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Empowering Black Entrepreneurs: Unleashing the Potential of Community Support with Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon
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Aug 07, 2023 |
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Breaking the Chains of Definition: Felecia Hatcher's Journey to Success
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Jul 24, 2023 |
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Mimi Brown's Journey in Media and Entertainment: From Alaska to Hollywood and Beyond
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Jul 10, 2023 |
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Empowering Entrepreneurs: Insights on Funding, Storytelling, and Self-Care from Femly Founder Arion Long
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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Unleashing the Power of Diversity in PR: Inside the Journey of PR Girl Manifesto Founder, Fatou Barry
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Jun 12, 2023 |
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From Finance to Influencer Marketing: Shannae's Trailblazing Journey
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May 29, 2023 |
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How Google, God and $500 made this Supermom into a viral money maker! (with Trina Smalls)
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May 15, 2023 |
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Are Internships the BEST Gateway to a Career in Entertainment? (with Shelby Larkin-Reid)
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Jun 21, 2022 |
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The Keys Building a Successful Career in the Communications Industry (with Sandra Lajoie)
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Jun 10, 2022 |
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Powerful Lessons from a WOC in Political Communications (with Stephanie L. Young)
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May 13, 2022 |
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TalkBack w/Dreena: How to Handle Disappointments During Your Career Journey
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Apr 12, 2022 |
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TalkBack w/Dreena: Why You Need to Prioritize Yourself Just as Much as Your Clients
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Mar 15, 2022 |
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The Radical Activist and CEO That Helped Turn Georgia Blue (with Nse Ufot)
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Mar 08, 2022 |
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Growing a Business While Working in Corporate America (with Yolanda Williams)
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Mar 01, 2022 |
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Fighting for Abolition, Healing with Art, and Starting the Black Lives Matter Movement (with Patrisse Khan-Cullors)
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Feb 22, 2022 |
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Turning Your Passion Into a Money-Making Empire (with Melissa Chanel)
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Feb 08, 2022 |
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Thriving as a Creative Powerhouse for Good (with Eunique Jones Gibson)
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Feb 01, 2022 |
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Glowing Up from Fox News to Black Love (with Codie Elaine)
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Jan 25, 2022 |
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Staying Current, Pivoting Your Business, & Championing Black Women’s Health (with Jewel Bush)
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Jan 18, 2022 |
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The Art of Black Women’s Street Style Photography (With Taylor Baldwin)
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Apr 28, 2021 |
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Making an Impact Through Real Estate Investment and Development (with Jessica Myers)
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Apr 21, 2021 |
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People-Focused Entrepreneurship: From Nurse to Tech Savvy Businesswoman (with Tanya Sam)
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Apr 15, 2021 |
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Making It as a Creative in The Entertainment Industry (with Gina Charbonnet)
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Apr 07, 2021 |
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Homemade Success: Building a Disruptive Product Line from Scratch (with Calvin Quallis)
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Apr 01, 2021 |
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Racism in Public Health and Medicine & What You Need to Know About the Covid-19 Vaccines (with Dr. Chris Pernell)
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Mar 24, 2021 |
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Fearlessly Building Your Media Empire (with Rhonesha Byng)
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Mar 17, 2021 |
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Living Life With Purpose & Power (with Jovian Zayne)
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Mar 10, 2021 |
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The PR Legend Who Pivoted to Health and Wellness (with Dawn Kelly)
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Mar 03, 2021 |
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From Class President to Flying First Class as Leslie Jones' Makeup Artist (with Lola Okanlowan)
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Jan 13, 2021 |