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Hosted by LeAnne Dolce of Wake Up Happy, Sis! Sis, ready to drop that titanium cape, slip into your softness, and still run the world? The Soft Girl Era is the bold, juicy interview show where high-achieving Black women trade burnout and grind culture for a life that feels just as good as it looks. Every week, your host, LeAnne Dolce, sits down with powerhouse sisters—execs, creatives, and revolutionaries—who’ve shifted from “I’m exhausted” to “I’m exquisitely fulfilled.” We get raw and real about it all: guilt-free self-care between meetings, navigating toxic spaces, loving up on these brilliant Black bodies, stacking coins without sacrifice, and rewriting success on our terms. No fluff. No filters. No respectability politics. Expect soulful stories, mindset shifts, wellness rituals, and power moves that help you stop surviving and start living out loud. Because in this era, softness isn’t weakness—it’s your superpower. It’s the glow-up. And baby, it’s the strategy. Plug in, pour up, and press play. The Soft Girl Era—where pleasure is sacred, softness is strategy, and a soft Black woman is the most underestimated force in the world. Subscribe now, Sis. Your soft life starts here.
Hosted by LeAnne Dolce of Wake Up Happy, Sis! Sis, ready to drop that titanium cape, slip into your softness, and still run the world? The Soft Girl Era is the bold, juicy interview show where high-achieving Black women trade burnout and grind culture for a life that feels just as good as it looks. Every week, your host, LeAnne Dolce, sits down with powerhouse sisters—execs, creatives, and revolutionaries—who’ve shifted from “I’m exhausted” to “I’m exquisitely fulfilled.” We get raw and real about it all: guilt-free self-care between meetings, navigating toxic spaces, loving up on these brilliant Black bodies, stacking coins without sacrifice, and rewriting success on our terms. No fluff. No filters. No respectability politics. Expect soulful stories, mindset shifts, wellness rituals, and power moves that help you stop surviving and start living out loud. Because in this era, softness isn’t weakness—it’s your superpower. It’s the glow-up. And baby, it’s the strategy. Plug in, pour up, and press play. The Soft Girl Era—where pleasure is sacred, softness is strategy, and a soft Black woman is the most underestimated force in the world. Subscribe now, Sis. Your soft life starts here.
Episodes
Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
Feeling emotionally drained after certain interactions? This episode dives deep into the concept of emotional vampires—those who deplete your energy, dismiss your feelings, and erode your boundaries. Discover how to recognize these patterns, protect your emotional well-being, and reclaim your power through practical tools like boundary audits, energy tracking, and self-affirmation. Learn why setting boundaries is an act of self-care, not selfishness, and how honoring your sensitivity can become your greatest strength. Step into your Soft Girl Era by creating relationships that nourish, not deplete, your spirit.
Thursday May 22, 2025
Embracing Every Emotion: The Foundation of Healing Inspired by Shellie Williams
Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of embracing every emotion, even the difficult ones, as the foundation for true healing. Learn how honoring your full emotional spectrum can lead to deeper self-awareness, resilience, and authentic living. Discover practical tools for emotional processing, the importance of safe spaces, and why allowing yourself to feel is an act of liberation and self-care. Step into your softness and find strength in your wholeness.
Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
In this episode, we dive into the journey of rewriting your story when the world tries to define you by your past. Inspired by Shaquan Cotton, we explore what it means to refuse limiting labels, embrace radical self-permission, and prioritize your own well-being after years of carrying others’ expectations. Discover how resilience, rest, and authentic self-care can become your greatest tools for transformation. If you’re ready to break out of the box and reclaim your narrative, this conversation is for you.
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
In this episode, we uncover the hidden revolution led by Black women entrepreneurs who are reshaping America's economic future. Drawing on new research and real-world examples, we examine how Black women are driving business growth despite facing systemic barriers, and how organizations like Walker's Legacy, SistersLead, and BlkWomenTalkTech are creating pathways for success. Learn why supporting Black women entrepreneurs is not just about equity, but about unlocking economic potential for everyone. Discover actionable steps you can take to champion inclusive entrepreneurship and help build a more just and prosperous future.
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Discover how mental health challenges can become a foundation for purposeful living and community transformation. This episode explores the journey from surviving to thriving, highlighting the power of vulnerability, advocacy, and culturally responsive care. Learn how personal healing can spark systemic change, especially within Black communities, and why embracing your mental health journey is a revolutionary act of self-preservation and collective liberation.
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of specialization and authenticity in entrepreneurship, inspired by the journey of Mz Ladylox Latoya. Discover how focusing deeply on your unique strengths, embracing constraints, and maintaining genuine client connections can fuel creativity, resilience, and sustainable growth. Learn why true expertise is about asking better questions, how authenticity becomes a strategic advantage, and why meaningful success is measured by the value you create for others. Tune in for actionable insights on building a business that is distinctively yours and making a lasting impact beyond the transaction.
Sunday May 18, 2025
Sunday May 18, 2025
This episode explores the revolutionary power of healing on your own terms, challenging the myth that resilience means quickly moving on from trauma. We dive into the unique pressures Black women face to be strong, the impact of unaddressed trauma on physical health, and why true healing is not linear or about rushing forgiveness. Learn how setting boundaries, finding community, and reclaiming joy are essential steps toward thriving—not just surviving. Discover why your healing matters simply because you do, and how prioritizing your well-being is both a personal and political act of self-preservation and revolution.
Saturday May 17, 2025
Saturday May 17, 2025
This episode exposes the hidden reality behind America’s “stable” unemployment rates in 2025, revealing how Black women are facing unprecedented job losses masked by positive headlines. LeAnne Dolce breaks down the data, connecting rising unemployment and pay gaps to recent rollbacks in diversity and inclusion policies. Discover how these targeted economic setbacks impact real lives, why economic justice matters for everyone, and what steps you can take to support Black women and build true resilience in your community.

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Sis, if you’ve ditched the cape but still feel the weight of the journey—and you’re bold enough to spill the real behind your rise into softness—then we need your voice on The Soft Girl Era Podcast.
We’re gathering women who’ll talk openly about the honest highs, lows, and lessons they’re still uncovering, so our community can heal and grow together.
Ready to add your story to the conversation?
We’d be honored to hold space for you.
