In this inspiring episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Michelle Peth, founder of Beet Tan, to talk about turning passion into purpose—and purpose into profit.

What started as a deeply personal mission to help her sister find a safe alternative to sun tanning after multiple skin cancer scares blossomed into a thriving beauty brand and national training academy. Michelle shares how she went from single mom with a spray tent and a dream to owning two storefront locations in historic Savannah and training over 600 women to build their own spray tanning businesses.

This conversation goes far beyond beauty. Michelle opens up about:

✨ Creating a clean, organic product before “clean beauty” was trendy

✨ Building a business that empowers women financially

✨ Offering a full “business-in-a-box” model for aspiring entrepreneurs

✨ The power of community, mentorship, and support

✨ Why spray tanning is about confidence—not just color

From celebrity clients to Beet Tan Retreat business weekends, Michelle proves that even the most unexpected ideas can grow into something life-changing when rooted in love, service, and empowerment.

If you’ve ever thought about starting your own business, pivoting careers, or simply finding a safe and affordable way to feel more confident in your skin—this episode is for you.

Because sometimes empowerment starts with something as simple as a glow… and turns into something much bigger. ✨

Visit Michelle’s website at: www.beettan.com

Follow Michelle on Instagram at: Beattan_Official

Listen to the Beet Goes On Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL85TTbLtL0ZwUAOL2_ulF78mt1_HFcHxF

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In this powerful episode of the Women on the Rise segment of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with Mary Harris, a leadership coach (and former engineer of 20 years) now based in the south of France near Nice.

Mary shares what sparked her major career pivot—navigating a full life, becoming a stepmom overnight, motherhood, and the wake-up call many women experience when the schedule is packed but something still feels off. Together, they unpack the difference between traditional “push through” productivity and what Mary calls a more sustainable approach: managing your energy, not just your time.

You’ll hear Mary break down her Core Energy Coaching perspective, including the four key areas that influence burnout and fulfillment—mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual energy—and how small shifts (like movement, boundaries, alone time, and values alignment) can create big change. Blaque Diamond also opens up about her own journey into becoming a certified empowerment coach, the power of finally making your “natural gift” official, and why self-care is so much deeper than spa days.

To learn more about Mary and explore her Energy Profiler, visit: www.resonance.coach

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In this soul-stirring episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with transformational coach, author, and Reiki master Kelly Keefe, whose life journey is nothing short of divinely orchestrated. Together, they explore the power of healing through energy, overcoming fear, and living authentically in alignment with one’s soul mission.

Kelly shares how a chance encounter in a New Jersey bookstore led her to discover Reiki, sparking a journey of healing, spiritual leadership, and frequency mentorship that now spans over a decade. The conversation flows through themes of divine timing, self-publishing success, and transforming trauma into testimony—with both women opening up about their own paths of resilience, self-empowerment, and global impact.

You’ll hear how Kelly supports women in “retuning to their authentic frequency,” and how Blaque Diamond’s own healing journey has led her to become an award-winning author, certified empowerment coach, and beacon of hope for women around the world. They also dive into the energetic power of storytelling, the emotional complexity of fear, and the deep wisdom that comes from learning to trust yourself and the divine plan.

Topics Covered:

• Energy healing and vibrational alignment
• Writing as a spiritual channel
• Redefining fear and limiting beliefs
• Divine delays and spiritual timing
• Navigating trauma with grace and purpose
• Entrepreneurship as a spiritual calling

📚 Books discussed: Rise Above Fear (by Kelly Keefe) SHE (Kelly’s upcoming fiction release) Stolen Innocence: a Survivor’s Journey to Freedom and Braille's Superpower (by Blaque Diamond)

🔗 Connect with Kelly: www.thekellykeefe.com

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In this joyful and refreshingly unique episode of the Women on the Rise segment of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond welcomes the vibrant and multi-passionate Kathy Nesbitt—a Canadian laughter yoga instructor, sprout grower, and worm composting advocate with a mission to change lives one giggle and one worm at a time.

Kathy shares her extraordinary journey from being terrified of worms to launching Kathy’s Crawly Composters, a business rooted in sustainability, education, and purpose. She dives into the magic of vermicomposting, the beauty of red wigglers, and how worm poop (a.k.a. “black gold”) can save the planet—one household at a time.

Blaque Diamond also explores Kathy’s discovery of laughter yoga, a practice she now shares weekly through her free online Laughter Club as a tool for stress relief, joy, and deep healing. She breaks down how laughter activates feel-good chemicals (D.O.S.E.: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins), why mirror neurons matter, and how we can laugh our way into better health—no jokes required.

And if worms and laughter weren’t enough, Kathy also teaches us about sprouting—growing your own nutrient-dense food on your kitchen counter. She explains how sprouts are biogenic, alkaline, and enzyme-rich—making them a powerful self-care food for all ages.

🌿 Get ready to laugh, learn, and look at worms, food scraps, and your own joy in a whole new light.

✨ Topics Covered:

• Why composting with worms is an act of empowerment

• How laughter yoga boosts your mental and physical health

• The benefits of eating sprouts daily for energy and longevity

• Tips for reducing stress and living with purpose

• Reclaiming human connection in a disconnected digital world

🎧 Join Kathy’s free Laughter Club every Tuesday at 9:30 AM ET via KathysClub.com and discover more on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

🌱 “When we feel good, we do good."

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What if bankruptcy wasn’t failure—but data?

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with Amy Nicole Ellis, creator of The Debt Decoder and founder of Fix Yourself and Flaunt It, for an honest conversation about money, mindset, healing, and rewriting the narrative around financial “mistakes.”

Amy boldly shares her story as a three-time bankruptcy survivor—with zero regrets, and explains how those experiences became the foundation for her work helping women understand their money patterns through Human Design.

Together, Blaque Diamond and Amy unpack how upbringing, relationships, trauma, culture, and lack of education shape our financial behaviors—and how awareness can lead to empowerment.

This episode dives into:

• Why bankruptcy doesn’t define your worth or your future
• How Human Design reveals energetic money patterns
• The truth about credit, authorized users, and generational wealth gaps
• Teaching children healthy money habits early
• Letting go of shame and viewing setbacks as data, not failure
• Why investing in yourself (coaching, education, healing) is non-negotiable

Amy also shares a free resource for listeners to discover how they’re wired energetically when it comes to money, decisions, and self-trust.

✨ If you’ve ever felt stuck, ashamed, or confused about finances—or wondered “What’s wrong with me?”—this episode will remind you: there’s nothing wrong with you. You just needed the right tools.

Grab your headphones, get comfortable, and let this conversation shift how you think about money, growth, and your power to rise.

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What happens when your fiancé has a secret life, and you find out just weeks before your wedding? In this hilariously raw and empowering episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with Charity Sinclair, data expert by day and breakout author of the Amazon #1 bestseller We’re All Dating the Same Guy, to dive into the chaotic, cringeworthy, and sometimes comical world of modern dating.

Charity opens up about calling off her wedding after discovering years of betrayal, how narcissistic partners operate under charm and manipulation, and how her dating disaster stories—yes, including a man bringing a stool sample on a date—turned into an act of healing, storytelling, and community empowerment. 💔➡️📖💫

Blaque Diamond shares her own laugh-out-loud worst date story (spoiler: it includes chicken tenders.)

Together, they cover:

• Narcissistic red flags vs green flags 💡
• The myths of online vs in-person dating 💬
• Dating while healing from toxic relationships ❤️‍🩹
• Why humor and honesty matter in your dating journey 😅
• The importance of not letting trauma cloud your future relationships 🌈

Plus, Charity drops a surprise gift for listeners at sameguybook.com/podcast

📚 We’re All Dating the Same Guy is available on Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes & Noble.

🎧 Don’t miss this episode if you’ve ever laughed, cried, or wanted to throw your phone at the wall because of dating!

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In this empowering episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with Urmi Hossain, a corporate finance professional by day and a passionate creative and advocate by night.

Based in Montreal and originally from Italy with Bangladeshi roots, Urmi shares her inspiring journey of navigating multiple cultures, building confidence, and creating space for women to lead authentically. She opens up about her work as a self-published author, speaker, mentor, podcaster, and her role as Co-Chair of the Montreal chapter of Women and Leadership, an organization dedicated to empowering women through mentorship, leadership development, and community engagement.

Listeners will hear powerful insights on:

• Time management, boundaries, and the power of checklists
• Women’s leadership in male-dominated industries
• Imposter syndrome and learning to advocate for yourself
• The importance of mentorship, representation, and community
• Public speaking confidence and the impact of Toastmasters
• Embracing rejection as redirection and growth

Urmi also discusses her book Discover Your Identity: A Rebirth from Interracial Struggle, which explores identity, culture, and belonging through her lived experiences growing up between worlds.

This episode is filled with wisdom, motivation, and real-life strategies for women who are ready to step into leadership, say yes to opportunities, and shine unapologetically.

✨ Tune in, take notes, and get inspired to rise.

Check out Urmi’s podcast: Stories Beyond Borders

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In this candid and heartfelt episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, host Blaque Diamond sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and author Holly Porter, who opens up about the rollercoaster of life, business, motherhood, and healing after a near-death experience.

From building 11 businesses while raising a blended family of eight children, to surviving a 70-day COVID hospitalization, Holly shares how she transformed personal tragedy into purpose with her book "Near Death Shift." Together, they explore:

✨ The reality of long COVID and bouncing back stronger ✨ What resilience really looks like behind the scenes ✨ How growing up in large families shaped their entrepreneurial mindsets ✨ The power of healing, intuition, and spiritual downloads ✨ And why it's time to stop competing—and start completing one another

With laughter, real talk, and soul-stirring takeaways, this episode reminds us that success doesn’t come without setbacks—but second chances can lead to your greatest breakthrough.

🔗 Learn more about Holly’s journey and grab her book at neardeathshift.com

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