Me in the Making Podcast: Recent Episodes
Melissa Clay
The Me in the Making podcast is about self-discovery and encouraging personal introspection. I believe that in order to grow, you have to keep evolving after you’ve learned new information and I’m curious how that manifests in others’ lives.
Is it ever too late to rewrite your story, find love later in life, and start completely fresh ? I welcome my guest Camille for an empowering discussion on second chances, marriage after divorce, and finding joy through every season of life .
Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/dIyq18JD_3o
From her career life, navigating major family losses, and reconnecting with a longtime friend, Camille shares how every pivot led her to where she is today . She offers a fresh, honest look at what makes second marriages thrive, how to keep relationships exciting, and why getting older is something to celebrate rather than fear .
Whether you are navigating midlife transitions, looking for hope after divorce, or seeking inspiration for your own journey of self-discovery, this episode offers a warm and uplifting perspective on love, friendship, and starting fresh .
New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Are you feeling burnt out by the constant pressure to produce, perform, and stay visible online ? I welcome Leo Ra'Chel (founder of The Phat Girl Chronicles and PGC Media) for an inspiring conversation on personal development, introspection, and emotional wellness .
Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/QkBtS_F2hlw
Leo shares her raw journey through grief after experiencing a profound personal loss. She discusses re-evaluating who she was outside of other people's expectations . She shares how therapy helped her navigate depression and anxiety and how shedding people-pleasing tendencies led her into a bold new chapter of life . We dive into the reality of burnout in the digital age, why rest is non-negotiable, and how genuine connection always beats algorithm-driven content .
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- https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePhatGirlChronicles
New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Have you ever looked around at the spaces you occupy and realized you don't actually belong there? In this solo episode, I reflect on the power of self-discovery and what happens when you finally decide to choose yourself .
Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/rOG1sY-Mkfo
I share about walking away from unsupportive spaces to self-publishing my short story When the Lights Come Up, and I discuss how this podcast became a manifestation of my personal growth . This book explores universal themes of identity, belonging, and building community that genuinely pours back into you . Whether you're on your own healing journey, looking for encouragement, or interested in the self-publishing path of an independent author, tune in for an uplifting discussion on community, intentionality, and taking control of your own narrative.
New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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This episode of the Me in the Making podcast features a conversation with author and researcher Dr. Brandi Nikkale.
Watch this guest episode here - https://youtu.be/VedZjo_jU6A
We pull back the curtain on the medical system to confront the deeply rooted fatphobia, medical racism, and discrimination that Black women face as patients. Dr. Brandi reveals the hidden flaws of the BMI scale and equips you with the language needed to advocate for your body.
Also, what happens when you stop trying to fix friendships that drain you? Our conversation shifts into actionable self-discovery, covering the evolution and a healthy devolving of friendship dynamics to eliminate anxiety-inducing people-pleasing. We also explore the power of structured creative accountability through writing communities, redefining fulfillment as a single woman in her 30s, and counter-cultural life lessons for the next generation.
Walk away from this episode with the motivation to establish firm boundaries, protect your health, and unapologetically honor your unique path.
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- https://www.instagram.com/thebookishbaddie/?hl=en
New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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True self-improvement can be about building a solid foundation under the person you've always been.
Watch this guest episode here - https://youtu.be/m7NQG4MTM9A
Welcome my guest Chanel, co-host of the We Was Watching podcast. We engage in dialogue detailing Chanel's path to finding herself, navigating the staggered dynamics of her childhood, and learning the vital role that therapy plays in unlearning self-blame. We explore the nuances of self-acceptance, identity as a Black woman in creative spaces, and what it truly means to step out from behind the mask to live an authentic, joy-filled lifestyle.
We often look at self-improvement as a rigid checklist, but the real work is learning to integrate our past experiences with grace while giving ourselves the freedom to be beautifully non-traditional.
If you've ever struggled with anxiety over the future or felt misunderstood in your personal circle, this episode provides the validation and comfort you need to keep moving forward.
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New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Are you feeling stuck in the same repetitive loops, wondering how to finally break the cycle? Welcome to the Season four premiere of the Me in the Making podcast, a personal growth podcast that dives deep into introspection, mindfulness, and intentional living.
I get into thinking about ways to shift your mindset away from anxieties and back toward what you can actually control. I also share about how I'm inviting more interpersonal interactions within my life as I combat the subtle and not-so-subtle ways AI is being forced upon us.
Tune in to learn how to ask yourself the right questions, step out of your comfort zone, and actively show up for your own self-improvement journey.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this guest episode here - https://youtu.be/k2bDfqp5Kgs
If you're new here, check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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We're still on a break but I woke up inspired to have a little yap session with you all because I miss you! I've recently gotten some skincare birthday gifts and purchases and I wanted to talk about them with y'all.
Watch the youtube video here - https://youtu.be/uGLjpkKr_T8
I've also been thinking about this insane mess this administration has gotten everyone into and the terrifying things he'd been saying and doing. I don't have the expertise to talk too in depth about it, but I felt like I had to say something. I have been listening to these podcasts for more perspective and I encourage you to take a listen:
- Bad Faith - https://open.spotify.com/show/0ChLoSMrOmXABeIYcwXcDP
- Useful Idiots - https://open.spotify.com/show/5BpYXlVorOw5FZ9pfpu7ff
- The Dugout - https://open.spotify.com/show/15CpGdYF2IyVBHe3GCt2Lc
- Higher Learning - https://open.spotify.com/show/4hI3rQ4C0e15rP3YKLKPut
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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WHEN THE LIGHTS COME UP by Melissa L. Clay - Now available here!
You can watch this episode on Youtube.
Some themes this story explores are finally asking the questions to start finding yourself, friendship, dating, and navigating church hurt. There's more and this is just the beginning of the main character Jackie's journey!
I would love it if you buy my book to share in the experience I created. Support Black authors always and especially during Black History Month.
Short story synopsis -
Jackie has always done everything right. She followed the rules, served at church, kept her promises, and waited for the love story she was told would come. But now, in her thirties, living in Chicago with a job she tolerates and a faith that's starting to unravel, she can't help wondering what doing everything "right" has really gotten her. Follow along as Jackie begins a journey inward. With her outspoken best friend Gloria by her side, she starts asking the questions that good girls aren't supposed to ask. Told with humor, honesty, and heart, When The Lights Come Up follows Jackie as she learns to face herself in the mirror, challenge the beliefs that once defined her, and step into a life that feels like her own.
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Joining me today is my guest Pablo from Sarcarragance Media Group! We met at the Afros & Audio podcast festival and I knew I had to have him on my show. Come be encouraged as Pablo talks about how he got started in podcasting, his childhood, and stick around for his final piece advice to "Smile, keep moving forward, and you can do it!"
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- Sarcarrogance@gmail.com
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this guest episode here - https://youtu.be/N_8PhIy7o08
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Welcome to the season three's first guest episode with The Arie Iman! Join us as we talk about becoming more secure, content, and confident, we get into the importance of asking for help, and we have many laughs along the way!
Follow Arie on IG - https://www.instagram.com/thearieiman/
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this guest episode here - https://youtu.be/Mmo7a6CF4S0
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I'm back for another BOOK CORNER! I've been reading more than I typically read so I want to share some books I've been enjoying. This will be a bi-monthly series! Check back for future recommendations.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/Tzu4hupyB5I
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation - Leaving the Theater https://www.ohitsbigronstudios.com/leaving-the-theater
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Dating can be tough out in these streets and the way I've been coping lately is to control what I can control, meaning that I can only control myself and how I show up. My therapist recommended group therapy with other single women who are dating intentionally, and I talk about my experience here! What's something in your life where you're showing up intentionally?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/vGDQjtqGJZc
POD CORNER: Podcast Recommendation - Bad Faith -https://www.youtube.com/@BadFaithPodcast
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I've been learning that if I start to be creative in one area of my life, it snowballs into other areas of my life and makes continuing on the creative path easier. Do you have anything in your life where you've seen this?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/EjD5371C_W0
POD CORNER: Podcast Recommendation - We Was Watching Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@WeWasWatching
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Here's a cute little catch up on what's been going on with me lately. Also, can y'all believe it's the holidays already??
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/mk7hSXbry2o
POD CORNER: Podcast Recommendation - New York Times Modern Love https://www.nytimes.com/column/modern-love
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I had the immense pleasure of attending this year's Afros & Audio podcast festival, a conference for Black independent podcasters. I had an amazing time and I recount my experience here!
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/Nmih-GUtdRE
Check out Afros & Audio https://www.afrosandaudio.com/
POD CORNER: Podcast Recommendation - Consider This For Comfort https://www.instagram.com/considercomfortpod/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Tackling big projects or approaching big goals can be a lot to handle. I've been learning that if I break it down, I'm able to accomplish things bit by bit. What big tasks have you finished bit by bit?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/1_C88zIcir0
POD CORNER: Podcast Recommendation: Out of the Pods https://www.youtube.com/@outofthepods
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Since the pandemic, I've noticed people aren't dressing the way they used to dress when going into the office and I realize I like the freedom that has brought. Have you started dressing differently when going into your place of work?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/7eMGLExVcJg
POD CORNER: Podcast Recommendation: 2 Black Girls, 1 Rose
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I share some lessons I learned as I embarked on a 30-day learning challenge. What are some things you learned while trying something new? Let me know in the comments!
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/qdRNTPjMfgU
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Today, Explained
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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October is National Book Month! I've been reading more than I typically read so I want to share some books I've been reading and enjoying. This will be a bi-monthly series! Check back for future recommendations.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/g_9Omwkr6Ow
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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It's easy for me to get discouraged when I'm dating but this episode explores a few lessons I've learned in my recent dating experiences. What are some things you've learned?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/wWxh0-dpTwk
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation -
- Help, I Sexted My Boss - https://sextedmyboss.com/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I made a goal to walk 100 miles a month during these past couple seasons and I've exceeded my goal for the past five months, adding up to over 500 miles! It's been a rewarding experience for me and I feel good about showing up for myself in this way.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/uH5DYWFtXgc
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Just Sayin' with Justin Martindale - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqE73YLSOO_z31osf1VzSAoy8fqiXk1S0
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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We can sometimes take our friends and family for granted and not give each other the flowers we deserve. Not everyone has big milestones like weddings and having children, so I talk about how we can celebrate each other for who we are.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/cyZrw0S5bgM
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Vibe Check - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vibe-check/id1637476174
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I'm grieving a loss of community in a couple areas of my life and I'm still processing those thoughts and feelings. Have you lost community and you're not sure how to gain it back?
Blog post: https://www.meliclayblog.com/post/out-of-office-the-loss-of-community
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/xfX-LGsjq30
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- City Cast Chicago - https://chicago.citycast.fm/podcasts
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Who has the time and fortitude to cook for yourself? I can honestly say it has overwhelmed me as of late and I'm searching for ways to delegate the process. How do you feel about it?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/GpyQ_jJir-4
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- U UP? - https://betches.com/podcast-channel/u-up/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I'm in a virtual writing community, and I was so lucky to be able to attend a Writing Retreat earlier this year. Have you ever delved into a creative endeavor of yours?
Join the virtual writing community here! https://www.patreon.com/PushYourPen
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/38LH_7VZI3M
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour https://www.npr.org/series/pop-culture-happy-hour/129472378/pop-culture-happy-hour/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Imma be honest, sometimes social media is overwhelming. Balancing your real life and your digital life can be taxing at times. How do you cope with it?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the episode here - https://youtu.be/pYt5JKt3N3I
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Lemme Say This https://www.youtube.com/@LemmeSayThisPodcast
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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My friendships ebb and flow, grow, and morph the older I get and the more life changes. I talk about those changes and what you can look forward to with evolving friendships in this episode.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://youtu.be/VCEXllJHkmA
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Why Won't You Date Me? https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcast
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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We used to have more of a monoculture, where everyone seemed to be talking about the same television shows, movies, or sporting events, etc. Now, everything is more disjointed and niche. Is this okay or do we need a monoculture back?
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://youtu.be/lqZtVlgM0_s
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- NPR's It's Been a Minute https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510317/its-been-a-minute
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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I haven't been sleeping well lately, but I've been learning about some items that have been helping me. How do you sleep?? **Note - I say testosterone in the episode, but I meant to say adrenaline.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Petty Crimes https://www.youtube.com/@pettycrimespodcast
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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- meli@makingmepod.com
Does your family have family reunions? If yes, when was the last time you all got together? If not, wny not, and maybe now's the time to start! I helped to plan my family reunion for the first time, and I talk about the process and teamwork that goes into a family reunion.
I'll be dropping solo episodes, as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation
- Scam Goddess https://www.earwolf.com/show/scam-goddess/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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- meli@makingmepod.com
I never realized this before, but apparently, we Americans lean on things and people in other countries don't necessarily lean as much as we do. Have you ever noticed this? I admit that I, too, am a leaner.
I'll be dropping solo episodes as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation https://www.thedatingdetectivespodcast.com/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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- meli@makingmepod.com
Join me as I recount my traveling experiences from 2024 when I went to India and traveled internationally with my mom for the first time! We had a ball, and I even share what a shower beer is.
I'll be dropping solo episodes as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation https://damonahoffman.com/dates-and-mates-podcast/
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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- meli@makingmepod.com
I find myself ruminating on things I need to process that have happened in my life or events that are happening in the world, and if I don't, I have a hard time moving past them and onto the next thing. Getting into therapy and enveloping myself in this form of healing has helped incredibly. Learn how I process my thoughts in this episode, and I'd love to learn how you process yours. Leave a comment on Spotify or Youtube!
I'll be dropping solo episodes as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
POD CORNER - Podcast Recommendation https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510318/up-first
If you're new here, check out seasons 1 and 2 in this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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Which are you vibing with more, tv shows or movies? I used to love going to the movies way more, but tune in to see why I haven't been turning to movies lately, and let me know in the comments which medium is your favorite right now.
I'll be dropping solo episodes as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
If you're new here, go back and listen to seasons 1 and 2 on this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me. It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
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We're back, y'all!! Season 3 is here and I'm so excited to bring you all something very special to myself...me! I'll be dropping solo episodes as well as episodes with guests, via audio and video! Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/@makingmepod
If you're new here, go back and listen to seasons 1 and 2 on this feed. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me. It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season.
I take you all through the journey of me attempting the lifestyle challenge called 75 Hard. It is no joke, y'all! I tell you all about it as I embarked on this challenge for 75 days straight, no stops, no breaks, no mercy. I learned a lot about myself and my community around me through this process.
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My friend from middle school Marcus joins me on the show today! I'm so excited to have someone from so long ago in my life on the pod. We talk about how he got into making music, his time in a cult, and how he stays consistent. You don't want to miss these gems!!
Content warning: brief mention of suicide ideation
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- https://www.instagram.com/kingmarcodaruler/
- https://www.instagram.com/modsoulmusic/
- https://soundcloud.com/modsoulmusic
- https://music.apple.com/us/artist/marcus-whitted/958565354
- https://open.spotify.com/artist/6HwULAffTlDvZHjTy07yuA
We get into so much in this conversation with my friend and guest Yaya. They open up about living abroad, their Gullah Geechee heritage, wanting to explore the countries in Africa, being on the autism spectrum, and more!
Follow Yaya on Spill - @kneegrow
**Recorded on 2/5/2024
My fave best friend is on the show today and I can't wait for you all to hear this conversation. Teke is talking about not being a people pleaser, how do we know if we're good people, living out her childhood dreams now, and much more!
Folllow Teke here -
- https://www.instagram.com/salonteke/
**Recorded on 11/10/2023
My good friend and guest Kailey is finally on the podcast, and we're talking about being a new mom, what sparks her creativity, advocating for herself, and more!
Follow her business page on IG -
- https://www.instagram.com/talltalechicago/
**Recorded on 11/19/2023
Visual storyteller Rae joins me on the podcast today! We talk about them becoming a full time artist, learning how to spend time alone, and their journey to where they are now.
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- https://www.instagram.com/rae_theartist/
**Recorded on 11/27/2023
My guest Chan joins me on the podcast today! He tells me about the discipline he gained by being in the military, the evolving expression of his artwork, and helping himself and others with their mental health. Tap in!
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- https://www.instagram.com/doodlemanchan/
- https://www.instagram.com/chanandhiscamera/
- @blackchan on Spill
**Recorded on 11/17/2023
My good friend Meredith is on the podcast with me today! We talk about change, anticipating becoming a mom, setting boundaries, and more!
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- https://www.instagram.com/meredithdonnellyphotography/
- https://www.instagram.com/meredithdonnelly/
**Recorded on 11/15/2023
I'm so happy for you all to hear this conversation I had with Kya, where we talk about her experience becoming a doula, self-actualization, manifestation, and much more. Get into it!
You can follow her here -
- https://www.instagram.com/wits_n_niggles/
**Recorded on 11/6/2023
I have Ka'Sella on the podcast today, and we dig into the importance of mindfulness, breathing, moving your body, and living in a different country, and more!
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- @sellathehermit on Spill
- https://www.tiktok.com/@sellathehermit
Amani (Brooklyn_Basement) is on the podcast and we're talking about how he got into making music, moving across the country, learning how to surf, and loads more.
Check out Amani's music and follow him here -
- https://www.instagram.com/brooklyn_basement/
- https://soundcloud.com/brooklynbasement
- https://open.spotify.com/artist/2YscC2FFuAoiT0QJsZzSgg
**Recorded on 11/1/2023
My good friend Mike joins me on the podcast today! We talk about his journey from playing professional baseball to working in film, being a dad, and when to say no.
You can watch To Err Is Human here.
Follow Mike: https://twitter.com/Eisentower30v2
**Recorded on 9/26/2023
My guest on the podcast is John Caleb Pendleton of Planks and Pistils! We had a delightful and in depth discussion on how he got into the floral industry, the beauty in flowers, and finding ways to stay true to self.
Check out his installation at the Driehaus Museum in Chicago through Jan 7, 2024!
Follow him here!
- https://www.instagram.com/planksandpistils/
- https://www.instagram.com/johncaleb.pendleton/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-pendleton-15b846115
**Recorded on 12/11/2023
This season I'm introducing Me on the Street! minisodes with people I meet on the street and I ask them - What have you been learning about yourself in the past week? Minisodes will drop every Friday!
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- https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/
- https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod
Amber of SocialntheCity graciously joined me on the podcast and shared her story of how she got into advertising and social spaces, traveling, and the importance of showing up as yourself.
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- https://www.instagram.com/socialnthecity/
- https://www.tiktok.com/@socialnthecity
- https://www.instagram.com/sntc.events/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewisamber
**Recorded on 10/26/2023
This season I'm introducing Me on the Street! minisodes with people I meet on the street and I ask them - What have you been learning about yourself in the past week? Minisodes will drop every Friday!
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- https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/
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My guest Sonny and I have a good discussion about juggling school and work, and becoming a better person with the help of therapy.
Check him out on the Spill app - @rollupsonny
**Recorded on 10/14/2023
This season I'm introducing Me on the Street! minisodes with people I meet on the street and I ask them - What have you been learning about yourself in the past week? Minisodes will drop every Friday!
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Welcome to season 2! I'm so excited to bring you this season and I can't wait to share these episodes. I turn the tables in this first episode and I'm the guest! My friend Teke joins me in conversation and I share my journey to creating this podcast, my life as it is now, and something I want my listeners to know about me.
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- https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/
- https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod
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- https://www.instagram.com/salonteke/
**Recorded on 11/10/2023
This special episode is dedicated to the loving memory of Jason Shaw, our audio engineer and guest on the pod. We lost Jason last week and we're still in disbelief. He was an incredible person with a beautiful soul, he was an amazing rapper, lyricist, artist, creative, friend, and so much more. His episode of Me in the Making was such a delight to record and I encourage you to listen again and be inspired by his words.
If you're able, please share and contribute to Jason's gofundme -
- https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jason-shaw
My good friend Chasiti is the guest on the final episode of Season One. We did it y'all, a full complete season! We have such a good chat and learned a lot about my friend I never knew - we discuss parenting, how we love, finding yourself, and more!
Connect with Me in the Making online and continue to watch this space for Season Two -
- https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/
- https://twitter.com/makingmepod
- https://makingmepod.com/
Carlo joins me on the pod and we get into his journey from football to filmmaking, the vision of how his art will help his community, his process to connect with his loved ones, and plenty more! Follow him on all his socials -
- https://www.instagram.com/vivacarlito
- https://www.instagram.com/riseaboveprosper
- https://www.instagram.com/thebunkerstu
- https://www.instagram.com/byonation
My good friend Liz Erickson joins me on the show and we have such a good talk about teaching, how she got into politics, the Enneagram, and more! She's really not about that social media life, but you can connect with her on LinkedIn -
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethgerickson
The end of the year is the best time to reflect and make plans for the next year! I encourage you to look inward as you answer these questions for yourself.
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Happy holidays, Makers! I hope you enjoy time spent with your friends and family and if you have time, please rate my podcast 5 stars and write a review. Thanks so much!
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Maressa Monroe, owner and founder of Slim Fit fitness apparel brand, joins me on the podcast today! Get into this episode where we talk about how she came to create her brand, who she's become despite thinking she would be someone else, and how she enjoys life.
- https://www.instagram.com/slimfit.brand/
- https://www.slimfitbrand.com/
DSon so graciously joined me on this week's episode! We dive into his music career, the discoveries he's made in therapy, mentorship, the importance of entrepreneurship in the black community and a bunch more. Follow and connect with DSon here -
- https://www.instagram.com/dsontl/
- https://www.instagram.com/stayrelentless_lhh/
- https://www.instagram.com/theplayerspitshow/
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/theplayerspit/?mibextid=HsNCOg
My podcast consultant Ray Calloway joins me on the show today and baby, we get into way more than podcasts! Ray walks us through topics like mental isolation, taking accountability, and learning about life in your thirties. Follow Ray at -
- https://www.instagram.com/lxveray/
- https://www.instagram.com/seasonthirty/
- https://www.tiktok.com/@lxveray777
My internet friend turned real friend Sho McKinney joins me on the podcast today and she has so much to share! We talk about family, being transformed, and being an unconventional woman of faith> You're going to want to share this with your family this Thanksgiving! Connect with Sho on Instagram -
- https://www.instagram.com/helloitssho/
- https://www.instagram.com/prettyandprayedup/
My good friend and loctician Tamekia Swint is my guest on this week's episode! We talk about the inspiration for her non-profit, how she's grown into an amazing leader, who she thought she'd be when she was a little girl, and what's next. Reach out to her to connect on any of these platforms -
- https://styles4kidz.org/
- https://www.youtube.com/c/Styles4KidzNFP
- https://www.instagram.com/styles4kidznfp/
- https://www.facebook.com/styles4kidz/
- https://twitter.com/Styles4KidzNFP
- https://www.tiktok.com/@styles4kidznfp
- https://www.tamekiaswint.com/
- https://www.amazon.com/Your-Hair-Crown-Tamekia-Swint/dp/1636251080
Jason Gatz joins me this week! He's an artist, rapper, producer, creative, and we talk about his growing up in Chicago, his creative process, religion and spirituality, and more.
Catch up with him and his music at
- https://twitter.com/jasongatz
- https://www.instagram.com/jasongatz/?hl=en
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMQElx3XRFQvZyKNOUMP3dA
You're gonna love this one! My good friend Brandi and I talk about being a builder of communities, family upbringing, our passions, dating, and more.
Connect with her online - https://www.brandinikkale.com/, https://twitter.com/BrandiNikkale, https://www.instagram.com/brandinikkale/
Caleb and I get into him always wanting to be in a rock band, dating, having a humble approach to his musicianship and artistry, and more in this second installment of the Me in the Making podcast. Email him at calebtollesonmusic@gmail.com!
I talk with my very good friend Arie about work, growing up during our teens years, marriage, making it to our 30s chile, and a host of other topics during our conversation.
Follow Arie on IG at https://www.instagram.com/thearieiman/ and https://www.instagram.com/spikedandmellow/
The Me in the Making podcast is about self-discovery and encouraging personal introspection. Join host Melissa Clay and a new guest each week as they converse about how they became who they are and who they are continuing to become.