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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.
Episodes
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
13 min
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of intentional healing and vulnerability, inspired by insights from Tenea Strayhorn. Discover why exposing emotional wounds—rather than hiding them—can be the key to true recovery, and how seeking support is a radical act of self-preservation. We highlight the importance of community, the strength found in sharing your story, and how embracing your scars can lead to personal and collective liberation. Step into your soft girl era and learn how healing out loud can become your greatest superpower.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
17 min
In this episode, we challenge the surface-level narrative of progress for Black women entrepreneurs and reveal the deeper inequities hidden behind impressive growth statistics. Drawing on research and real-world stories, we examine why so few Black women-owned businesses reach profitability, the systemic barriers they face, and the extraordinary resilience required to succeed. Discover how targeted investment, mentorship, and policy change can create true equity—and why redefining success means measuring not just participation, but thriving. Tune in for an honest conversation about dismantling the illusion of progress and building an entrepreneurial ecosystem where Black women can truly flourish.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
13 min
In this episode, we dive into the power of creating your own opportunities and the mindset shift required to stop waiting for permission. Inspired by the work of Theresa Merriman, we explore real stories of Black entrepreneurs who built their own tables, leveraged digital tools, and turned barriers into blueprints for success. Discover how embracing resourcefulness, community, and bold action can transform not just your life, but the lives of those around you. Tune in for actionable steps to start building your own path and changing the game for generations to come.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
17 min
In this episode, we explore the paradox facing Black women entrepreneurs: while they are the fastest-growing group of business owners in the U.S., only a small percentage achieve profitability. Inspired by Naudia Camble’s research, we unpack the systemic barriers—like limited access to capital, exclusive networks, and restrictive definitions of success—that shape their entrepreneurial journeys. We also highlight innovative solutions and support systems emerging from within these communities, offering a fresh perspective on what true economic inclusion looks like. Join us as we challenge the traditional narrative of entrepreneurship and discuss how we can all play a role in building a more equitable business landscape.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
15 min
Discover how small, intentional actions can spark extraordinary transformation in your life and community. Inspired by Kemi Popoola’s GRACE framework—Gratitude, Reflection, Affirmations, Connections, and Empathy—this episode explores practical ways to redefine success, cultivate authentic growth, and thrive with purpose. Learn how practicing GRACE can help you break free from exhaustion, nurture your well-being, and create lasting impact, one small step at a time.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
15 min
In this episode, we explore how Black entrepreneurship goes beyond breaking barriers to become an act of cultural preservation and legacy building. Discover how reframing business ownership as a living archive of Black innovation transforms setbacks into opportunities, redefines success through community impact, and creates spaces where Black genius thrives across generations. Tune in for practical insights on building businesses that serve as cultural landmarks, foster intergenerational knowledge, and uplift entire communities.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
15 min
Discover how Black women entrepreneurs are transforming America’s business landscape, overcoming systemic barriers, and driving unprecedented growth. This episode explores the data, challenges, and triumphs shaping this revolution, offering insights on building community, closing the profitability gap, and redefining what success looks like for future generations. Join us for an inspiring conversation on resilience, vision, and the unstoppable rise of Black women shaping the future of entrepreneurship.
May 11, 2025
May 11, 2025
14 min
In this episode, we challenge the myth of overnight success and explore what it truly means to earn your place. Through the journeys of three inspiring women, we uncover how persistence, embracing failure, and self-definition are key to authentic achievement. Learn how to transform setbacks into growth, heal from past wounds, and boldly own your unique path. If you’re ready to redefine success on your own terms and show up for yourself, this episode is your invitation to start.

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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.
