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On Being Well Playlist Episodes

This curated collection of episodes from The Exit Interview features powerful conversations with therapists, healers, somatic practitioners, and wellness leaders dedicated to Black healing, rest, and liberation. This playlist is intended for anyone committed to healing and wellness, whether you're a professor educating future teachers, a therapist assisting clients facing racialized stress, a college student exploring restorative practices, or a leader aiming to create more human-centered systems.
June 10, 2025

Reclaiming Rest & Thriving Beyond Burnout with Amanda Miller Littlejo…

In this episode of "The Exit Interview," host Dr. Asia Lyons welcomes Amanda Miller Littlejohn, executive coach, brand strategist, and author of "The Rest Revolution." The conversation centers on the pervasive issue of burnout, especially among Black educators and high-achieving professionals. Aman…

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April 13, 2025

Boundaries, Burnout and Black Educator Wellness with Josephine Ampaw-…

In this episode of "The Exit Interview," host Dr. Asia welcomes Josephine, a family therapist and former educator, for a candid conversation about wellness, education, and community. Josephine shares her journey from working as a para in special education to earning dual master's degrees in educati…

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Jan. 6, 2025

What It Means To Be Well with Dr. Shawn Ginwright

In this episode of "The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators," Dr. Asia Lyons and guest host Stacey Taylor-Brandon welcome Dr. Shawn Ginwright, a renowned thought leader in education and the creator of the "healing centered engagement" framework. The conversation centers on the challenges …

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Nov. 7, 2024

Worthy of Rest with Octavia Raheem

In this episode of The Exit Interview, host Dr. Asia Lyons engages in a deep conversation with Octavia Raheem about the transformative power of rest. Octavia Raheem, an accomplished author, rest restorative coach, and former public school teacher, shares her journey from traditional education to be…

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Aug. 13, 2024

Healing From Racial Fatigue with Jason Shankle

In this episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, host Dr. Asia sits down with Dr. Jason Shankle, a Denver-based therapist, educator, and author, for a deeply insightful conversation about racial battle fatigue, Black mental health, and the importance of culturally competent car…

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Nov. 13, 2023

Healing Starts with Mindset with Michelle Emmanuelle

In this compelling episode of the 'Exit Interview', our hosts, Dr. Asia Lyons and Michelle Emmanuelle, hold a deep and earnest conversation about the experiences of black educators and the burnout they face, as reflected through Michelle's own journey. The episode starts with an introduction to Mic…

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Sept. 21, 2023

Mind-Body Wellness Practices with Dr. Siobhan Flowers

In this episode, Dr. Siobhan Flowers, a licensed psychotherapist and educator wellness strategist, joins Dr. Asia Lyons and Kevin Adams on the 'Exit Interview' podcast. They discuss burnout and mental health in black educators, dissecting the systemic and institutional barriers contributing to diss…

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July 29, 2023

Healing from Racial Battle Fatigue with Janet Stickmon

In this episode of the Exit Interview podcast, Dr. Asia Lyons welcomes back Janet Stickmon to discuss the concept of racial battle fatigue, its impact on educators of color, and the journey toward healing and joy. Janet shares her personal experiences with the physical and emotional toll of racial …

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