Platinum Pearls

Guardianship, Accountability, and the Power of Documentation: Inspired by Madeline Pepe

In this episode of Platinum Pearls, we sit down with Madeline Pepe, a mother and advocate who has transformed personal pain into a mission for justice and accountability. Discover how Madeline is challenging the blind trust placed in systems meant to protect our children, exposing the dangers of unchecked authority, and empowering Black families to document, audit, and demand real oversight. Learn practical strategies for building safer, more accountable environments for our youth and why every leader and parent must question who holds power over the vulnerable.

Breaking the Silence: Systems, Stories, and Survival Inspired by Angela Newsome

This episode explores the power of breaking silence within self-protecting systems, inspired by Angela Newsome’s mission to bring hidden stories to light. Discover how silence enables harm, why systems prioritize reputation over truth, and how sharing our stories can spark recognition and change. Learn how legacy is built not just on success, but on truth and courage—at any stage of life.

Bold New Beginnings After 60: Healing, Community, and Legacy Inspired by Yvette Frazier

In this inspiring episode of Platinum Pearls, host Donna Izard sits down with Yvette Frazier, a trailblazer redefining what it means to heal, reinvent, and build legacy after sixty. Discover how embracing vulnerability, community, and the wisdom of lived experience can turn your later years into a launchpad for purpose and impact. Yvette’s journey and message will empower you to see your scars as strengths and your age as your superpower. Tune in for actionable steps to start your bold new chapter and help others heal along the way.

Legacy Beyond Bananas: Living Boldly at Any Age Inspired by Teresa Werth

Discover how Teresa Werth redefines life after fifty by turning challenges into creative triumphs, from surviving cancer to becoming an artist and author in her seventies. Learn how prioritizing relationships, embracing self-challenge, and following open doors can help you build a legacy that truly lasts. Get inspired to push past fear, connect deeply, and create meaning at any age.

Phoenix Rising: Healing Through Music, Gratitude, and Self-Worth Inspired by Teresa Phillips

Discover how music becomes a powerful tool for healing and transformation in this inspiring episode. Explore the daily practices of gratitude, acceptance, forgiveness, self-love, and self-worth, and learn how combining these with music can help you rise above pain and reclaim your power. Hear real stories and research on music therapy’s impact, especially for Black women over fifty, and get practical steps to create your own healing playlist. Embrace your journey of rising like a phoenix—one song at a time.

Embracing Your Authentic Mirror: Legacy, Leadership, and Uniqueness Inspired by Sharon Harris

Discover how embracing your authentic self can transform your life and business in this inspiring episode. Learn from Sharon Harris’s journey and her work at Real Beauty A to Z, empowering Black professionals and women over fifty to reclaim their God-given uniqueness. Explore how letting go of societal standards and building from your core strengths leads to lasting legacy, leadership, and collective uplift. Tune in for practical insights and a powerful challenge to step into your unique power today.

Reinventing Success: Thriving Beyond Disruption Inspired by Sherri Barbee

Discover how disruption can become your greatest catalyst for reinvention in this empowering episode inspired by Sherri Barbee. Explore the realities Black women over fifty face in today’s workforce, and learn how to transform setbacks like layoffs, burnout, or health challenges into opportunities for purpose-driven success. Gain practical insights on building generational wealth, embracing creativity, and designing a life that honors both healing and ambition. It’s time to thrive beyond disruption and craft a legacy on your own terms.

The Power of Your Exit: Inspired by Helen Bailey

This episode explores the transformative power of choosing to leave spaces that no longer serve you, especially for Black women over fifty. Drawing inspiration from Helen Bailey’s work, we discuss the realities of workforce exits, the rise of Black women entrepreneurs, and the importance of prioritizing mental health and self-worth over staying for others’ comfort. Discover how leaving can be a catalyst for autonomy, wealth-building, and legacy, and why your exit might just be the beginning of your next chapter.