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Host: Neva Hill The calendar might say 50‑plus, but your next chapter is just cranking up the volume. Platinum Pearls is the unapologetic podcast for women who refuse to fade into the wallpaper—hosted by Donna Izard, unstoppable force behind Unstoppable Black Woman. Every week Donna pulls up a chair with bold, brilliant sisters who’ve slammed the brakes on “play it safe” and floored the gas on reinvention. CEOs who launched empires after the kids left home. Artists who found their real voice when their hair went silver. Wellness warriors, activists, and everyday heroines who tossed society’s tiny box and built spacious, joy‑soaked lives. You’ll get raw, laugh‑out‑loud stories, plenty of witty side‑eye, and actionable gems you can swipe today to reboot your career, relationships, health, or purpose. The vibe is mature wisdom laced with edgy swagger—because life experience plus a little attitude makes pure platinum. Press play and claim your courage party‑favor. The world’s been sleeping on you long enough. Your reinvention era starts right here, right now—fear‑free and fiercely fabulous.
Episodes
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Transparency Matters: Inspired by Danna Pollack
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
In this episode, we address the importance of transparency in content creation and the ethical responsibility to honor our guests' voices. Discover why verified stories, authentic interviews, and real-life case studies are essential for building trust and delivering meaningful messages. Join us as we explore the values that guide Platinum Pearls and our commitment to truth and integrity in every episode.
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Clarifying the Power of Authenticity in Storytelling Inspired by Vida Adger
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
In this episode, we pause to discuss the importance of authenticity in storytelling and why genuine insights and real experiences matter. Inspired by the search for meaningful conversations, we explore how transparency and clarity can elevate the stories we share, especially when celebrating women over 50 who are reinventing themselves.
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
In this episode of Platinum Pearls, we sit down with Ramona Rogers, founder of The Royal Influencers Organization, to explore how decades of corporate expertise can become the foundation for building your own legacy. Ramona shares her journey from corporate America and law enforcement to empowering Black professionals and entrepreneurs to create their own tables and generational wealth. Discover practical steps to assess your value, invest in personal development, and take bold action toward building platforms that serve your community. If you’re ready to stop waiting for permission and start building your own dream, this episode is your blueprint for transformation.
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Inspired by Monique Harris
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
In this episode inspired by Monique Harris, we address the challenges of creating authentic content when faced with incomplete or conflicting information. Join us as we discuss the importance of clarity, honesty, and self-love in storytelling, and explore how putting faith first can guide us through uncertainty.
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Discover the untold stories of Black women leaders who are quietly transforming communities across America. Inspired by insights from Therese Murray, this episode explores how women like Mary Sheffield and Joi Washington are building new systems of power, equity, and innovation—reshaping cities, redefining leadership, and paving the way for future generations. Learn how you can be part of this movement and support the ongoing revolution for a more inclusive and just future.
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Discover how true leadership and legacy are built through the power of listening. In this episode, ML “Majick” Caliver Fuller reveals why listening is the ultimate tool for transformation in business, community, and personal growth. Learn how choosing to listen with empathy and intent can unlock innovation, foster trust, and create lasting impact for women over fifty and beyond. Join us as we explore the revolutionary impact of listening on leadership, connection, and generational success.
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Embracing Your Full Story: Living Life in General Inspired by Cheryl Jackson
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Join us as we explore the wisdom of Cheryl Jackson on embracing your full story and living life on your own terms. Discover how resilience, adaptability, and the courage to share your unique journey can empower you to create a meaningful legacy at any stage of life. This episode is a call to step beyond limitations, amplify your voice, and celebrate the richness of living life in general.
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Inspired by Gloria (CoachGlo) Favreau
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Gloria (CoachGlo) Favreau, who redefined her life and career after 50. Discover how she turned her passion into a thriving business, the challenges she overcame, and her empowering advice for women seeking reinvention and fulfillment in their next chapter.

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If turning fifty (and beyond) has cranked up your audacity instead of the quiet, and you’re ready to spill the unfiltered truth behind your bold reinvention, then your voice belongs on Platinum Pearls. We’re gathering powerhouse women who ditched “play it safe,” braved the unknown, and transformed experience into pure platinum so others can learn, laugh, and rise higher together.
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