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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 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
14 min
This episode dives into the mental health revolution transforming the lives of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. LeAnne Dolce unpacks the unique challenges faced by Black women in professional spaces, from financial stress to the emotional labor of navigating environments not built for them. Discover why prioritizing mental wellness is essential for sustainable success, how culturally competent care is changing the game, and practical strategies for healing while hustling. Join us as we redefine success to include wholeness, self-care, and collective healing—because thriving professionally starts with honoring your wellbeing.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
13 min
In this episode, we explore how your starting point doesn't determine your finish line. Inspired by Aletra Bowens, we dive into the power of resilience, reframing setbacks as setups, and turning obstacles into opportunities. Discover how persistence, community, and learning from failure can transform your journey, and why your unique challenges are the gold that sets you apart. Grab a pen, reflect on your own setbacks, and start rewriting your story—because you are both the author and the main character of your life.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
13 min
In this episode, we explore how refusing to accept a victim narrative can transform pain into power and adversity into achievement. Inspired by insights from Pebbles Spearman, we discuss the journeys of Black professionals who rise above societal expectations, turning wounds into wisdom and setbacks into new beginnings. Discover actionable steps to embrace your full story, reject imposed limitations, and support collective healing. Tune in for a powerful reminder that your brokenness can be the foundation of your most brilliant chapter yet.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
15 min
Step into the Soft Girl Era as we explore how embracing uncertainty can become your greatest strength. Inspired by Nicole Richardson’s journey from educator to entrepreneur, this episode uncovers how integrating all parts of your identity, building on your unique foundation, and staying true to your authentic self can transform fear into opportunity. Discover practical strategies, including the powerful “fear inventory” exercise, to help you face challenges with vulnerability and courage. Let’s dance with uncertainty and find freedom on the other side of fear.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
15 min
In this episode, we explore the often-unspoken reality that family may not always be your biggest cheerleader on your journey to success. Inspired by Delilah Farrish’s story, we discuss how redefining your circle and seeking support beyond traditional family structures can be transformative for Black professionals and entrepreneurs. Learn how building chosen communities, embracing vulnerability, and creating your own definitions of success can empower you to thrive authentically—even when your path isn’t fully understood by those closest to you.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
16 min
Discover how authentic leadership is revolutionizing success for Black professionals and entrepreneurs. Inspired by Molight Shine, this episode explores why embracing your full self—cultural heritage, community ties, and unique perspectives—is the key to sustainable growth and innovation. Learn how redefining leadership and centering authenticity can unlock new opportunities, drive collective impact, and transform both personal and professional journeys. Step into your power and find out how your authenticity is your greatest asset.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
14 min
Explore how childhood experiences shape our adult beliefs, behaviors, and success in this transformative episode. Drawing on the wisdom of Nicole Richards, we uncover how early patterns can lead to burnout, self-doubt, and perfectionism—especially for ambitious Black women. Learn why healing childhood wounds is essential for empowered leadership and sustainable achievement, and discover practical steps to rewrite your story, break generational cycles, and redefine success on your own terms.
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
16 min
Discover how Black women entrepreneurs are transforming adversity into innovation and redefining success on their own terms. Inspired by Starla Withers’ research, this episode explores powerful stories of resilience, community-building, and purpose-driven leadership. Learn how overcoming systemic barriers has sparked revolutionary business models, uplifted communities, and created new opportunities for lasting impact. Step into a new narrative where authenticity, collaboration, and self-determination fuel both personal and collective growth.

Want to be Featured?
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.
