Podcast
Sunday Morning Champagne
Hosted by Brandi Wheeler · EN
Welcome to your new Sunday Morning. Sunday Morning Champagne is like a brunch date with your best girls! It’s a place to get some great advice, dish on hot topics, and find a good book while sipping on a great glass of champagne. So pour up and join host Brandi Wheeler every week for some much needed girlfriend time!
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Setting Soulful Intentions: A Fulfilling 2025 Journey
Jan 21, 202500:00:45Tap to summarizeWelcome to the First Episode of 2025 on "Sunday Morning Champagne" with BrandiAs we step into a brand-new year, this episode kicks off 2025 with a powerful invitation to set soulful intentions that truly resonate with who you are. I'm Brandi, your guide on this journey, and today we’re moving beyond the conventional grind of New Year’s resolutions—those often fleeting promises that leave us burnt out by February. Instead, we’re diving into intentions that feel authentic and aligned with your deepest desires and core values.In this transformative session, we’ll explore the art of soulful intention-setting. Unlike typical resolutions that focus on rigid outcomes, soulful intentions are about tuning into your self-awareness and crafting goals that reflect what truly matters—whether that’s family, self-care, creativity, or personal growth. Together, we’ll shift the narrative from perfection to progress, embracing a more compassionate and fulfilling approach to personal development.I’ll be sharing a five-step guide to setting these meaningful intentions, packed with practical tools and rituals to keep you grounded throughout the year. From journaling to morning affirmations, these daily practices will help you stay connected to your path of growth and wellness. Let’s make 2025 the year we thrive with purpose, one intention at a time.Key Takeaways:Soulful Intentions vs. Resolutions: Traditional resolutions often result in burnout; instead, focus on soulful goals that align with core values and personal desires.Identify Core Values: Core values like family, self-care, and creativity provide a foundation for setting meaningful intentions aligned with one's true desires.Five-Step Plan for Intentions: Follow Brandi's guide for setting soulful goals, including identifying core values, creating a vision, and using positive language.Practical Tools: Utilize tools such as affirmations, daily check-ins, and keeping goals manageable to support personal alignment and growth.Managing Change and Setbacks: Embrace flexibility and self-compassion when dealing with setbacks, and adjust goals as personal needs and circumstances evolve.Resources:Connect with Brandi and the community on Instagram: Sunday Morning ChampagneCalm App: For guided meditation and bedtime stories, featuring voices like Matthew McConaughey.Abide App: Faith-based audio that offers daily meditations.Books and journals: "Becoming" by Michelle Obama, "Black Girls Baking," Erin Demand’s "Top 3 Notebook," and resources like "The Desire Map Journal" and "The 5 Minute Journal".Listen to the full episode for a more in-depth exploration of setting soulful intentions for 2025, and tune in for future episodes that will guide you on a path to wellness and growth. Subscribe and join the community to embark on empowering and joyful personal development journeys.
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Breaking Timelines: Redefining Success and Finding Your Core Values with Nicole Cannonier
Dec 1, 202400:00:45Tap to summarizeKey Takeaways:It’s never too late to redefine your life and set boundaries aligned with your values.Small, mindful actions, like noticing the beauty in nature or spending time with yourself, can be transformative.Community and self-compassion are vital tools for growth and healing.Success isn’t one-size-fits-all—learn to celebrate personal wins, big and small.Connect with Nicole:Instagram: @HopeAndThriveCounselingWebsite: Hope and Thrive Counseling
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Thrive Sis: Wellness, Self-Care, and Community with Dr. Cassandre Dunbar of Be Well, Sis
Nov 10, 202400:00:55Tap to summarizeJourney to Wellness: The Birth of Be Well, Sis03:00Navigating Burnout: Personal Stories and Lessons06:06The Importance of Centering Black Women's Wellness08:53Breaking the Cycle: Self-Care and Community Support11:57Signs of Burnout: Recognizing and Addressing the Symptoms15:01Practical Steps to Combat Burnout18:04Building a Supportive Community for Wellness20:58Creating a Holistic Wellness Toolkit23:58The Role of Nutrition and Supplements in Wellness26:59The Joy of the Journey: Redefining Success29:56Final Thoughts: Embracing Worthiness and Self-Care
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The Culture Catch Up
Nov 4, 2024Tap to summarizeIntro – Champagne Vibes & Culture Catch-Up:Segment Launch: Introducing Culture Catch Up, a new monthly series on all things culture, music, books, and beyond.Why we need moments to slow down, tune in, and get inspired by the art around us.TV Talk:Tyler Perry’s “Beauty in Black”:Thoughts on the story, portrayal of Black women, and Perry’s complex impact on Black media.Why it’s a “trainwreck you can’t look away from”—with mixed reviews but worth watching until episode 7 for a satisfying twist.Papa’s House on Paramount:Damon Wayans Sr. and Jr. shine in this comedy series with a heartfelt, hilarious father-son dynamic.Favorite moments, throwbacks to My Wife and Kids, and the legacy of the Wayans family in comedy.Music Musings:Nostalgic 90s R&B Vibes: Toni Braxton, Maxwell, Destiny’s Child's Destiny Fulfilled, and how 90s R&B still speaks to our hearts.Current Faves: Jorja Smith’s soulful sound with British influences and Lucky Daye's smooth R&B—songs for every mood.Shout-out to listeners for music recommendations: Black women artists, soulful new tunes, and timeless R&B hits.Reading List – Back to Black Comedy Roots:Homey Don’t Play That: A book on the history and cultural impact of In Living Color and the legacy of Black comedy.How Black comedy has shaped culture and continues to influence today's media.Vote & Make Your Voice Heard:Why this election matters, especially for Black women, mothers, and homeowners.Encouragement to head to the polls this Tuesday to make your voice heard.Recipe & Cocktail of the Week:Cozy up with a fall cocktail recipe (think warm apple cider with a twist) and a comforting dinner dish to try out this season.Connect with Us:Instagram @sundaymorningchampagneEmail: hello@sundaymorningchampagneShare your favorite fall recipes, music recs, and thoughts on today’s episode!
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Navigating Adult Friendships: Maintaining and Growing Connections
Aug 24, 202400:37:06Tap to summarizeEpisode Breakdown:00:00 - Welcome to Sunday Morning ChampagneBrandi kicks off the episode with a warm welcome to listeners, setting the stage for a heartfelt conversation about adult friendships.00:50 - Navigating Adult FriendshipsBrandi introduces the topic, emphasizing the importance of maintaining friendships as we grow older.01:16 - Exciting News: Cocktail Guide LaunchA brief interlude where Brandi shares exciting news about the launch of her new cocktail guide, adding a fun and celebratory touch to the episode.02:06 - Challenges of Adult FriendshipsBrandi discusses the difficulties that arise in adult friendships, such as busy schedules, life transitions, and the complexities of balancing different relationships.03:59 - Emotional Support in FriendshipsThe conversation shifts to the role of emotional support in friendships, highlighting how friends can be pillars of strength during tough times. This segment focuses on the unique dynamics within the Black community.09:40 - Types of Adult FriendshipsBrandi categorizes the different types of friendships that adults often navigate, from close-knit bonds to acquaintances, and how each plays a role in our lives.15:04 - Maintaining Long-Distance FriendshipsPractical advice on how to keep the spark alive in long-distance friendships, leveraging technology, and making intentional efforts to stay connected.17:55 - Modern Friendship ChallengesBrandi addresses contemporary issues that impact friendships, such as social media's influence and the pressure to maintain a certain image.21:31 - The Importance of Planning in FriendshipsThis segment covers the need for intentional planning and scheduling to ensure that friendships remain a priority, even in a busy life.22:07 - Quality Over Quantity in FriendshipsBrandi emphasizes that having a few meaningful, deep connections is more valuable than having a large number of superficial friendships.23:48 - Navigating Changing Life StagesTips on how to navigate friendships through various life stages, such as marriage, parenthood, and career changes.25:48 - Cultural Expectations in FriendshipsA discussion on how cultural backgrounds influence friendships, particularly focusing on the expectations and norms within the Black community.29:18 - Key Strategies for Strong FriendshipsBrandi shares actionable strategies to strengthen friendships, including setting boundaries, being vulnerable, and showing appreciation.33:26 - Celebrating Each Other's SuccessesThe importance of celebrating milestones and successes within your friend group, fostering a culture of support and positivity.35:26 - Conclusion and Final ThoughtsBrandi wraps up the episode with final reflections on the joys and challenges of adult friendships, leaving listeners with practical advice and encouragement.Key Takeaways:Adult friendships require intentionality, planning, and emotional investment.Quality friendships, even if fewer in number, are more fulfilling and impactful.Leveraging technology and setting boundaries are essential tools for maintaining strong connections.Celebrating each other's successes and offering emotional support are vital for sustaining healthy friendships.
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Jul 30, 2024Tap to summarizeWelcome to "Sunday Morning Champagne," a refreshing podcast where host Brandi invites us to raise our glasses to inspiration, empowerment, and celebration. This series is all about savoring joy, seizing opportunities, and recognizing life's extraordinary moments. Listeners can look forward to an enthusiastic exploration of what it means to live a full and vibrant life. In the coming episodes, join Brandi as she delves into the essential role of community for mothers and women, the pressures of perfection, and the balance between parenting and self-care. The podcast will offer practical tips on managing household chores, the value of rest and community in parenting, and how to navigate life's transitions with the support of others. Discussions will illuminate the benefits of social connections, empathetic bonds, and strategies for building personal and familial communities. Whether you're an introvert, social butterfly, mother, or career woman, there's something here to inspire and motivate you to connect, engage, and celebrate every Sunday morning.Timestamps(00:00:09) Embracing Joy Every Sunday(00:01:06) The Vital Role of Community(00:03:05) The Myth of Supermom(00:05:03) Easing Parenting Responsibilities(00:08:29) Rest as Resistance and Community(00:11:06) Overcoming Isolation and Identity Shifts(00:15:54) The Power of Mom Communities(00:22:01) Valuing Social Connections(00:26:53) Embracing Empathy and Resilience(00:27:27) Building Nurturing Communities(00:32:08) Overcoming Connection Barriers(00:34:28) The Art of Reciprocal Engagement(00:37:03) Building Community Connection(00:40:55) Building Women's Community
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Affirmations for your week.
Apr 25, 202400:02:00Tap to summarizeNo description available
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Bonus Minisode: Affirmations for your week.
Apr 7, 202400:01:42Tap to summarizeIn this minisode, Brandi reflects on a recent conversation with Randi Williams from Grown and Grounded and decides to share a set of affirmations to support listeners in the coming week. The host encourages listeners to keep these affirmations in mind, write them down, or place them somewhere visible for when they are needed. The affirmations are intended to boost confidence and self-belief, reminding listeners that they are capable, strong-willed, and full of potential to do great things. Brandi imparts a message of being powerful, fearless, and attracting happiness, with the hope that this will positively impact someone's week.
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The Power of Connection with Randi Williams of Grown and Grounded
Apr 7, 202400:59:11Tap to summarizeSelf-care is essential for overall well-being, and it should be a non-negotiable priority.Yoga can be a powerful tool for women of color to connect with themselves, release emotions, and find a sense of community.Black women have been historically marginalized in yoga spaces, but there is a growing movement to create more inclusive and diverse practices.Finding a yoga practice that resonates with individual needs and preferences is crucial for a fulfilling and sustainable wellness journey.Self-care can be an act of resistance against societal expectations and norms, allowing black women to prioritize their own well-being and happiness. Yoga calms the parasympathetic nervous system and allows the body to rest and release stress.The body holds onto trauma and manifests it in physical symptoms, which can be addressed through yoga.Yoga is a tool for black women, men, and children to find rest, restore balance, and release what they've been holding onto.The practice of yoga empowers individuals to be in control of their bodies and emotions.
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Design Your Home & Life with Mia Johnson
Mar 10, 202400:00:45Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Brandi interviews Mia Johnson, an interior designer and business owner. Mia shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to starting her own design business. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and motherhood, and the importance of prioritizing and effective communication. Mia also highlights the benefits of attending the High Point Market for designers and emphasizes the significance of staying true to one's passion. She concludes by sharing her daily habits and routines that contribute to her productivity and overall well-being. In this conversation, Mia Johnson discusses the importance of establishing a solid routine and time boxing to stay organized and focused. She emphasizes the value of authenticity in her content creation and the empowerment she derives from seeing her clients love their spaces. Mia also shares her approach to design services for different budgets and provides recommendations for affordable home decor. She concludes by discussing her current reading and listening preferences.
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