In this week’s episode of Living in 3D Power, Emma and I explore The Power of a Name—the stories, history, and love our names carry. We reflect on how naming connects us to legacy and belonging, and how claiming our names becomes an act of remembrance, healing, and liberation.

Storytelling is a sacred tradition in our family — one that bridges generations through laughter, faith, and love. In this special episode, 10-year-old Emma leads her very first solo interview with her great-grandmother, “Big Emma,” on the eve of her 80th birthday. What unfolds is a tender conversation between namesakes, filled with humor, wisdom, and joy. It’s a living archive of legacy — reminding us all to sit with our elders, ask the questions, and record their stories for generations to come.

This week, Emma and I reflect on what it means to honor those who came before us and celebrate those still here. Inspired by the legacy of Dr. Rita Smith-Wade-El and our Gram’s 80th birthday, we explore remembrance as a joy practice—and how love continues through memory, grief, and community.

In Episode 28, Emma and I dive into Tracy Michelle Lewis-Giggetts’ Black Joy Playbook and her joy list practice. Together, we reflect on childhood delights, intergenerational wisdom, and the challenge of reclaiming joy as adults. We invite you to write your own joy list and choose two practices to bring back today.

In the Season 2 premiere of Living in 3D Power, Emma and I explore the difference between joy and happiness, reflect on unfinished journals, and dive into a Mad Lib from Sonya Renee Taylor’s workbook. Together, we ask: What would it look like if joy was our strategy, not our reward?

In our Season 1 finale (recorded live!), we reflect on creativity, chicken nugget wisdom, and what it means to raise free Black children in joy-filled spaces.

Emma shares a candlelit teaser, a 90s R&B singalong, and a joyful invitation to join our first Living in 3D Power livestream finale.

“All of us are creative—we just don’t know it yet.” In this week’s episode, Amber and Emma reflect on their experience with artist King Prolifik and explore what it means to see yourself as both the canvas and the creator.

This week’s episode explores the power of celebration—Juneteenth, Maya’s tea party, and the everyday joy that makes freedom real. Emma shares what fireworks feel like in her body, Amber reflects on rest and remembrance, and together they remind us that freedom is not just history—it’s how we choose to live, play, and be seen today.

This episode of Living in 3D Power brings Emma back to the mic with joy, honesty, and wisdom beyond her years. We talk about the power of taking breaks, telling the truth even when it’s hard, and why joy can be as simple as saying “swimming.” Emma’s final reminder—“Don’t be a robot”—is the mic-drop moment we all needed. Tune in for reflections on summer, belonging, and what it really means to feel and be seen.

What do you do when telling the truth feels like too much? In this episode, I explore rupture, repair, and the quiet strength of choosing restoration over retreat. This one is sacred, y’all—and deeply personal.

Amber reflects on the first two letters from her four-part series on truth-telling and answers her own questions in real time. This raw, unscripted episode explores emotional honesty, silence, and the power of naming what’s real.

What shifts inside when someone sees you—really sees you—and believes in you before you’re ready? This week, Emma and I explore the quiet, powerful courage that grows when we are affirmed, celebrated, and called on. Because sometimes the bravest thing we can do is show up—even when we’re scared.

In our first live podcast keynote, Emma and I shared the stage—and our hearts—with over 200 7th grade girls. What followed was an unforgettable conversation about courage, imagination, and the power of being fully yourself. From belly breathing to freedom dreaming, this is a moment we’ll never forget. And it's just the beginning.

“You have a voice too—let it shine.”
That’s what Emma told me when I asked where her confidence comes from. This episode is full of unfiltered wisdom, joy, and reminders that leadership begins the moment we believe we’re worthy of being heard.

What does it mean to be emotionally honest in a world that rewards silence? In this week’s episode, Emma shares what she’s learning about trust, bullying, and speaking the truth. It’s a powerful reminder that emotional honesty isn’t childish—it’s courageous.

In this tender and emotionally charged episode of Living in 3D Power, 10-year-old Emma speaks candidly about what it feels like to be the youngest sibling in a house with two much older sisters. From missing moments of play to feeling dismissed or unloved, she brings language to the ache so many of us carry—but were never allowed to name.

As her mother, I reflect on my own experience as both an only child and the eldest daughter of five, exploring what psychology tells us about birth order and what lived experience teaches us about visibility, vulnerability, and belonging.

Whether you’re the baby of the family, the one who had to grow up fast, or somewhere in between—this episode is a reminder that healing starts with telling the truth. And sometimes, the bravest voice in the room is the youngest one.

In this radiant, heart-centered episode of Living in 3D Power, we flip the mic and hand it to the youngest voice in the room—Emma. After an open call for questions from our community, Emma steps into the spotlight to share her thoughts on confidence, friendship, fear, fun, and what it means to be seen and supported.

We also go behind the scenes: I share a vulnerable moment while editing this episode, and how Emma’s encouragement, saying, “I believe in you, Mommy! You can do it.” became the reminder I needed. Emma even offered her own editing tips (like adding music to keep folks engaged). This episode is about what happens when we affirm children, invite their brilliance, and take their insights seriously.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or leader learning to listen with new ears, this episode is a testament to what joy, love, and curiosity can sound like when you center a child’s voice.

Representation is more than just visibility—it shapes belonging, confidence, and how we see ourselves in the world. In this episode of Living in 3D Power, Emma and I reflect on Black Barbie: A Documentary, our visit to the Portraits of Identity: HAPPI Stories through the Lens exhibit, and the ways toys, books, and media tell us who matters. We explore the deep connections between economic power, healing, and the next generation’s right to see themselves fully reflected in the world around them.

In this special listener Q&A episode, Emma takes the lead—answering your thoughtful questions with humor, honesty, and heart. From trusting her gut to dreaming up a future in fashion, Emma reminds us what it means to lead with curiosity and courage. Whether you’re a kid, a parent, or just someone craving a fresh perspective, this one’s for you.