Soft Girl Era

Turning Adversity Into Purpose: The Power of Soft Resilience Inspired by Casondra Dokes

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Casondra Dokes to explore how adversity can become a catalyst for purpose and innovation. Discover how resilience goes beyond survival, empowering you to transform challenges into new pathways for success and community impact. Learn why sharing your story, building supportive networks, and embracing softness are radical acts of self-love and leadership. Step into your Soft Girl Era and reclaim the joy, rest, and freedom you deserve.

Blueprints of Audacity: Building New Legacies Inspired by Cassandre Dickens

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how setbacks can become the foundation for breakthrough, inspired by the journey of Cassandre Dickens. Discover how audacity, ambition, and community-driven innovation empower Black leaders to move beyond survival and build new systems that protect, uplift, and transform. Learn how embracing softness, setting boundaries, and trusting your vision can create space for legacy, purpose, and collective liberation. Step into your Soft Girl Era—where thriving, not just surviving, becomes the blueprint for a new future.

When Saving Lives Means Saving Yourself First – Inspired by Kiani Porter

In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce explores the revolutionary power of healing by putting yourself first. Inspired by Kiani Porter’s insights, we dive into the courage it takes to acknowledge pain, set boundaries, and seek support—especially for Black women who have long carried the weight of responsibility. Through the story of Joe Kiani’s journey from personal trauma to life-saving innovation, discover how vulnerability and transparency can spark transformation in both personal and collective healing. Tune in for actionable steps to release the cape, embrace softness, and begin your own journey toward radical self-care and sustainable change.

When Pain Becomes Power: Rising, Healing, and Building Community Inspired by Christine Gonzalez

In this episode, we explore how pain can be transformed into power through resilience, faith, and the courage to rise above trauma. Inspired by Christine Gonzalez’s journey, we discuss breaking cycles, building authentic community, and the importance of sharing your story as a source of strength. Discover how choosing healing over survival, embracing softness, and supporting one another can help us move from isolation to collective empowerment. Tune in for real talk on overcoming barriers, celebrating each other’s victories, and redefining what it means to truly thrive.

Beyond Visibility: Building True Equity, Healing, and Power Inspired by Que Allen

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores the difference between visibility and true equity for Black professionals, inspired by insights from Que Allen. We unpack the realities behind representation, the ongoing challenges of access and systemic barriers, and the urgent need for both individual healing and collective advocacy. Discover why mental health is foundational, how community support drives resilience, and why your softness is a source of strength. Join us as we challenge the status quo, prioritize rest, and build a future where empowerment is more than just a buzzword—it's a lived reality.

When Falling Down Becomes the Foundation for Rising Up: Inspired by Shirley Brown

In this episode, we explore how hitting rock bottom can become the foundation for rising stronger. Inspired by the transformative work of Shirley Brown and the stories of individuals like Ellen Ebbs, we discuss the power of community care, the importance of asking for help, and how turning personal pain into collective passion can spark real change. Discover why support systems are essential, how vulnerability leads to resilience, and why your Soft Girl Era begins the moment you choose connection over isolation.

When the Cape Falls: Healing, Vulnerability, and Joy After Loss Inspired by DeLania Braden

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce sits down with DeLania Braden to explore the often-unspoken journey of grief, healing, and reclaiming joy after loss. Together, they discuss the unique challenges Black women face in widowhood, the importance of community, and how vulnerability can be a powerful tool for empowerment. Discover how embracing softness, seeking support, and honoring your own healing process can help transform pain into purpose and open the door to a new era of resilience and joy.

Systemic Barriers, Not Personal Failures: Building a World Where Black Women Thrive Inspired by Iyesha Hodge

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores the recent wave of job losses among Black women and the dismantling of DEI initiatives, revealing how systemic disinvestment and policy rollbacks have erased decades of progress. Through powerful insights, she highlights the resilience and adaptability of Black women who have turned to entrepreneurship, retraining, and community support—not out of luxury, but necessity. LeAnne challenges listeners to move beyond celebrating resilience and to advocate for structural change, investment, and true equity, so Black women can thrive, rest, and embrace softness without having to fight for it.