Unmuted Woman

Breaking the Silence: Ending Domestic Abuse in Black Communities Inspired by Chantell Crawford

This episode confronts the generational silence surrounding domestic abuse in Black communities, exploring the roots of this silence and its devastating impact. Drawing on powerful insights from advocate Chantell Crawford, we examine the structural barriers that keep Black women trapped in cycles of violence and shame, highlight historical and global examples of resistance, and offer practical steps for breaking the silence. Join us as we challenge harmful norms, uplift survivor voices, and call for honest conversations that can save lives and create lasting change.

The Rug We All Stand On: Breaking the Cycle Inspired by Jemma Stoaks

In this episode of Unmuted Woman, Star Bobatoon dives deep into the hidden wounds of family dysfunction, scapegoating, and the generational cycles that keep us stuck. Inspired by Jemma Stoaks’ journey of breaking free and speaking truth to power, we explore how unresolved trauma shapes our lives, careers, and communities—especially for Black women facing systemic bias and mean girl culture. Discover why healing starts with naming your pain, setting boundaries, and refusing to carry the blame any longer. This is your call to pull the rug out, break the cycle, and become unmuted.

Redefining Power: Turning Crisis into Sovereignty Inspired by Geneva Melton

In this episode of Unmuted Woman, host Star Bobatoon explores the realities behind the so-called crisis facing Black women in the workforce. Featuring insights from visionary leader Geneva Melton, we examine how systemic rejection is fueling a quiet power shift—one where Black women are reclaiming agency, building new pathways, and turning exits into opportunities for sovereignty. Discover how intentional redirection, community support, and self-designed success are reshaping what it means to thrive, even as old systems close their doors. This conversation is a call to action: design your own door, claim your power, and never mute yourself again.

Kingdom Assignments: Turning Crisis into Calling Inspired by Roshell Boudreaux

In this episode of Unmuted Woman, Star Bobatoon sits down with Roshell Boudreaux to explore how setbacks like job loss and systemic inequities can become powerful catalysts for purpose-driven entrepreneurship and leadership. Discover how Black women are transforming crisis into calling, building new systems of support, and reclaiming their voices in the face of adversity. Tune in for inspiring stories, data-driven insights, and a call to embrace your own kingdom assignment.

Building Power, Not Just Surviving: Inspired by Shawnte Lewis

In this episode of Unmuted Woman, host Star Bobatoon sits down with Shawnte Lewis to explore the realities Black women professionals and entrepreneurs face in a system not built for them. Discover why working harder isn’t the answer, and how building power through boundaries, community, and ownership can transform careers and lives. Learn about the impact of the California Black Women’s Collective, the rise of the exit economy, and the urgent need for mental health and economic support. Walk away with actionable insights and a call to make a bold move—together with your community.

Language Is Power: Honoring Black Voices in Education Inspired by Barika Wasame

Explore how honoring Black language in the classroom transforms education and empowers students. Star Bobatoon unpacks the history and impact of African-centered teaching, revealing how embracing Black voices and knowledge leads to stronger literacy, restored identity, and true liberation for Black children. Discover practical steps to affirm language, challenge erasure, and create learning spaces where every child’s voice is valued.

When Silence Heals: The Power of Speaking Up Inspired by Ebony Kirkley

In this episode of Unmuted Woman, Star Bobatoon sits down with Ebony Kirkley to explore the transformative power of breaking silence and choosing self-healing over toxic loyalty. Discover how naming your pain, setting boundaries, and changing your inner dialogue can lead to true freedom and self-acceptance. Tune in for practical steps to release what hurts, embrace your voice, and let your heart radiate from within.

Returning Home to Wholeness: Inspired by Tyshon (Nahara Jade) Phillips

In this episode of Unmuted Woman, Star Bobatoon explores the journey of returning to your true self, inspired by the transformative work of Tyshon (Nahara Jade) Phillips. Discover how healing is not about reinventing yourself, but about remembering who you were before the world told you who to be. Learn practical steps to release inherited expectations, embrace rest as resistance, and choose a life that feels like freedom. This conversation is an invitation to drop the performance of strength, honor your wholeness, and reclaim your softness as sacred.