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In this episode my Guest and Friend, Amina Watkins, continue to share openly about her childhood sexual abuse and how she is continue to work towards healing and wholeness. She also shares her fears and hopes as an African American mother to two sons and daughter- in today's political, racial climate.*************************************************************This episode has content pertaining to childhood sexual abuse and related traumas, and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you or someone you know has experienced childhood sexual abuse, or sexual assault, please contact your local Sexual Assault Center- for free Trauma Informed Therapy, Resources and support.**************************************************************You can also listen to Nikao' Podcast on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean. Follow Overcome FB page and Nikao_overcome Instagram pages, for updates on new interviews.*

In this episode I interview mother, wife and friend, Amina Watkins. Amina is married to husband David  and they share 5 kids ages 12, 13, 16, 17 and 18. Amina shares about her upbringing as a "Church Girl", who finds the freedom to be who she really is and how she confronts some of the pain from her childhood.  Amina is unashamed in her continued pursuit of healing, and uses her story to encourage other women of all ages and backgrounds.********************WARNING*****************************************************This episodes mentions episodes of childhood sexual abuse and may not be suitable for all audiences. If you or someone you know has experienced childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, or sexual abuse,  please call your local Child Advocacy Center or your local Sexual Assault Center. Both of these organizations are state funded and provide free services!**********************************************************************************************You can listen to Nikao' Podcast on Podbean, Spotify and Itunes. 

In part 2 of my interview with Carla Pratico, she shares how God prophetically revealed her husband Kalil to her, and how together- they are pursing the ministry of Racial Reconcillation and leading many others along the journey with them.Carla is the founder of She Roars Business and President of Polus Digital, Inc., NYC. She is a speaker and teacher of the word of God, and is on mission to build up women for their Kingdom assignments in business and in their every day lives.Carla can be contacted at SheRoarsBusiness.com or on her FB and Instagram as Carla Pratico.You can listen to Nikao' Podcast on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome or our FB, Overcome page for updates on interviews and episodes. 

In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Chaplain Carla Practico. Carla is the founder of She Roars Business and President of Polus Digital, Inc., NYC. She is a speaker and teacher of the word of God, and is on a mission to build up women for their Kingdom assignments in business and in their every day lives. Carla shares openly how growing up in a Conservative Christian denomination did not prevent her from becoming "agnostic/atheistish" and from seeking approval in higher education, promiscuity and drugs. She talks about an encounter in a NY Taxi Cab that radically changed her life. Carla can be contacted at SheRoarsBusiness.com or on her FB and Instagram as Carla Pratico.  You can also listen to Nikao' Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean (link in BIO). You can follow our Insta Page, nikao_overcome and our Overcome FB page for updates on upcoming interviews and episodes.

In part 2 of her interview (The Unmasking), my guest Jana shares how the Healing Power of Jesus met her in her deepest place of pain.  She shares about her journey of learning to hear His voice, and her passion to spread the fire of God through prophetic prayer, deliverance and by preaching Gospel. ******************************************************************************************************This episode contains details of loss and trauma surrounding the death of loved ones. It also details on sexual brokenness and may not be suitable for all listeners. If  you or someone you know is in need of help with grief due to loss or trauma, please go to https://healgrief.org/grief-support-resources/ to find national and local grief support.****************************************************************************************************You can also listen on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean (link in BIO). You can follow our Insta Page, nikao_overcome and our Overcome FB page for updates on upcoming interviews and episodes.

I‘m excited about my interview with Jana Coates. Jana is a worshipper at heart, a minister of the gospel, and the author of "Transition to Transformation". In this episode, Jana shares about the tragic death of her husband and three of her children, and how God untangled her from the loss and trauma-with His Voice, Presence and His Love. and helped her to remove her maskFrom brokenness and broken relationships to an intimate walk with God - her mission is to spread the fire of God bringing restoration, deliverance and healing to His people. If your heart has become hard and you are just surviving, Jana’s story of hope and restoration is sure to breathe new life into your circumstance or situation.************************************This episode of Nikao’ contains details of loss, trauma surrounding death of loved ones, and sexual brokenness-and may not be suitable for all listeners.If you or anyone you know is in need of help with grief due to loss or trauma, please go to https://healgrief.org/grief-support-resources/ to find national and local grief support. ************************************You can listen on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean (link in bio). You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome abs our Overcom FB page, for updates on interviews and episodes. 

In part two of my interview with Pastor Jenna Garner Goggins (The Beauty of Body Diversity), she shares how a Diverse faith experience- with different streams of Christianity, have helped shape her as a wife, mom, pastor and friend. Jenna makes a point to challenge Christians to invite those whose faith background don’t align with our own, so we can learn and grow in the knowledge of others faith traditions, and in compassion towards one another.You can listen to Nikao’ Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome, and our Overcome FB page, for updates on interviews and episodes. #womenempowerment #spirituality #faith #hope #podcastersofinstagram #podcast #podcastforwomen #Nikao #Overcome #faith #hope #radicallove #womenempowerment #faith #spirituality #podcastersoffacebook #podcastbywomen #podcastforwomen #nikao

In this episode I interview Pastor Jenna Garner Goggins, of First Presbyterian Church in Paducah, KY. She shares her experience as a Female Pastor, who knew she was called to ministry at a young age. Jennna, has a strong prophetic anointing and is passionate about  women understanding their voice and role in the Kingdom of God. You can listen to Nikao’ Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome, and our Overcome FB page, for updates on interviews and episodes. #womenempowerment #spirituality #faith #hope #podcastersofinstagram #podcast #podcastforwomen #Nikao #Overcome #faith #hope #radicallove #womenempowerment #faith #spirituality #podcastersoffacebook #podcastbywomen #podcastforwomen #nikao

In this episode Capulan Gurrola, founder of Beyond Uganda continues to share her journey of healing. She explains how her mission work today, was prompted by a visit to Africa, and by her then-14 year old daughters desire to do more for children of Uganda. Check out The work she and her team are doing, or sign up for a future missions trip with them- at beyonduganda.org.  Beyond Uganda is a Non-Profit with a mission to empower Women, Men and children to break the cycles of generational poverty and empower people to become change agents in their communities.***********************************This episode of Nikao’ contains details of of trauma surrounding rape and abortion, and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you or anyone you know is in need of help with counseling for issues related to rape or sexual assault, please call The National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. You can also contact your local Sexual Assault Center.If you or anyone you know is in need of help with issues related to an abortion, please text “313131” to Option Line or call The National Helpline at 1-800-712-4357.****************************+****You can listen on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome, and Overcome FB page, for updates on interviews and episodes.

In this episode I interview the founder of Beyond Uganda (BU), Capulan Gurrola. BU is a Non-Profit with a mission to empower Women, Men and children to break the cycles of generational poverty and empower people to become change agents in their Ugandan communities.Capulan is also a wife, mother, grandmother and lover of all things Jesus. Capulan is an Overcomer of rape, self-harm, and the psychological impact of abortion as a 12 year old girl. She shares openly about the traumas she experienced, and how choosing Forgiveness set her free.***********************************This episode of Nikao’ contains details of of trauma surrounding rape and abortion, and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you or anyone you know is in need of help with counseling for issues related to rape or sexual assault, please call The National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. You can also contact your local Sexual Assault Center.If you or anyone you know is in need of help with issues related to an abortion, please text “313131” to Option Line or call The National Helpline at 1-800-712-4357.****************************+****You can listen on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome, and Overcome FB page, for updates on interviews and episodes.

In this episode Stacy Thomas shares openly about experiencing sudden loss and grief. She also shares what it’s like navigating singleness as a Christian woman, and maintaining hope in seasons of disappointment. You can listen to all Nikao’ episodes on Podbean, Spotify and iTunes. You can also follow our Instagram Page (Nikao_Overcome) and our FB (Overcome) page.#womenempowerment #spirituality #faith #hope #podcastersofinstagram #podcast #podcastforwomen #Nikao #Overcome #faith #hope #radicallove #womenempowerment #faith #spirituality #podcastersofinstagram #podcastbywomen #podcastforwomen #nikao 

In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Stacy Thomas. Stacy is an incredible speaker and teacher of the word of God. She has a passion for Leadership Development, and loves equipping and training individuals from corporate settings, higher education, non-profits, entrepreneurs, business owners and faith based communities. She is also one of my best friends!In this episode Stacy shares how growing up in Poverty, helped shaped the woman she is today. Her passion to see others thrive and grow in their God given destinies, can be felt and heard in this interview.You can listen to all Nikao’ episodes on Podbean, Spotify and iTunes. You can also follow our Instagram Page (Nikao_Overcome), and our FB Page Overcome).  

In part 2 of my guests, Idalia Luna, continues to share about her journey to healing from Victim to Victor. She shares intimately about the power of forgiveness.*********Warning*********************This episode details issues surrounding Childhood Sexual Abuse (CSA), Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA), and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you or a loved one is in need of assistance for DV, CSA or SA services,  please call your local Domestic Violence Shelter, your Child Advocacy Ctr., or Sexual Assault Center

In this episode, my Guest, Idalia Luna, shares intimately about her journey from Victim to Victor. She is the Executive Director of The Human Rights commission, and advocates for the rights of others. She is a mother, a partner, a sister, a friend, and I’m proud to say she’s my niece.*********Warning*********************This episode details issues surrounding Childhood Sexual Abuse (CSA), Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA), and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you or a loved one is in need of assistance for DV, CSA or SA services,  please call your local Domestic Violence Shelter, your Child Advocacy Ctr., or Sexual Assault Center.

In Part 2 of my interview with guest Katie Tilley, she continues to share the vulnerable process of waiting on her promises, church hurt,  navigating her faith and holding onto hope, through a season of deep disappointments.You can also listen to episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Follow our Overcome FB page, and our, Nikao_overcome Instagram  pages for information on upcoming podcasts. 

In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Katie Tilley, AG Clerk, Wife, Mother, worship leader,  and friend. She opens up about wading through the waters of infertility. She shares how she continuously works to overcome the fear of the “opinions of others”, and how worship is the weapon that realigns her with the truth of who she is.For updates on upcoming interviews follow us on our FB, Overcomer page, and our Instagram, Nikao_overcome page.

In this episode I continue my Interview with Pastor, Executive Director, and business owner, Dawn Greer Choate. She opens up about overcoming deep wounds from church leaders, and how a season of diving  into the, “Good News” of the Gospel, realigned her identity in God. She shares the wisdom she learned during that difficult time, and champions women who are called into ministry. Listen, Like, Share!You can also listen to Nikao’ Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Instagram Page, nikao_overcome and our  Overcome FB page, for updates on interviews and episodes. 

In this episode I had the honor of interviewing, Dawn Choate. She is the Lead Pastor of Four Rivers Covenant Church and the Founder and Executive Director of Healing Projects, a nonprofit ministry dedicated to local and global missions. Dawn is passionate about releasing Christ-followers into leadership in business, politics, professional workplaces as well as vocational ministry. She is a devoted mother, wife and friend. Listen, Like, Share!You can also listen to Nikao’ Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Instagram page, nikao’_overcome, for updates, and our Overcome FB Page for updates on interviews and episodes.#podcastersoffacebook #podcast #podbean #podcastersofinstagram #podcastforwomen #Nikao #Overcome #faith #hope #radicallove #womenempowerment #faith #spirituality #podcastersofinstagram #podcastbywomen #podcastforwomen #nikao

In this episode, my guess and momtreneur, continues to share her journey with courage.**This episode of Nikao’ contains details of suicide and its emotional impact on families of those lost, and may not be suitable for all listeners. ****If you or anyone you know is in need of help with suicidal ideation, please call The National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.You can listen on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta page, nikao_overcome, and FB page, Overcome, for updates on interviews and episodes.

From homeschool mom, to momtreneur. In this episode, Shellie Neihoff opens up about the impact of generational trauma, overcoming fear and finding her calling.************************************This episode of Nikao’ contains details of suicide and its emotional impact on families of those lost, and may not be suitable for all listeners. If you or anyone you know is in need of help with suicidal ideation, please call The National Suicide Prevention Hotline at  1-800-273-8255. ************************************You can listen on Spotify, iTunes, and Podbean. You  can also follow our FB Page Overcome, and our Insta Page pnikao_overcome, for updates on interviews and episodes. 

In Part 2 of Hello, Goodbye, Be Kind Episode, Boss Babe, Entrepreneur, Fitness Guru, Wife, Mom and Cancer Survivor, Marissa Oliver, shares how she overcame the Scarlet Letter as a child of divorcees, the trauma of surviving Cancer and continues to drop some serious wisdom. **We did have some Tech difficulties during the recording, so please listen past that to hear her incredible story!**You can listen to Nikao’ on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean. You can also follow our Insta Page (nikao_overcome), and our FB page Overcome, for updates on interviews and episodes. #womenempowerment #spirituality #faith #hope #podcastersofinstagram #podcast #podcastforwomen #Nikao #Overcome #faith #hope #radicallove #womenempowerment #faith #spirituality #podcastersofinstagram #podcastbywomen #podcastforwomen #nikao @marrisaoliver

In this Interview, Marissa Oliver shares intimately about her experience  of overcoming stigmas of divorce- in an era when Divorce was taboo. She shares how she found strength to overcome the trauma of Cancer, and how she found her life’s purpose through fitness.**We had some Tech difficulties during the recording, so please listen past that to hear her incredible story!**You can listen to Nikao’ on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean. You can also follow our FB Page Overcome,  and our Insta (nikao_overcome), for updates on interviews and episodes. #womenempowerment #spirituality #faith #hope #podcastersofinstagram #podcast #podcastforwomen #Nikao #Overcome #faith #hope #radicallove #womenempowerment #faith #spirituality #podcastersofinstagram #podcastbywomen #podcastforwomen #nikao

In this episode, guest Keisha Hopkins recalls the moment she was confronted with the truth of her life’s choices-and their impact on those she loves. This  reality led her to discover the TRUTH of who she really is.You can also listen to Nikao’  on Spotify, and iTunes. Be sure to follow our FB page, Overcome for updates on upcoming episodes. Like, Follow and Share.**This episode of Nikao’O contains mentions of sexual trauma and other issues, and may not be suitable for all of our listeners.**

Keisha Hopkins is a Pastors Wife, a Mom, a Lay Counselor, a Sex and Life Skills Educator,  and fierce advocate for Women’s voices to be heard. In this interview she shares intimate details of her battles with addictions, facing the consequences of her past choices, and overcoming the sting of shame. You can also listen to Nikao’  on Spotify, and iTunes. Be sure to follow our FB page, Overcome for updates on upcoming episodes. Like, Follow and Share.**This episode of Nikao’O contains mentions of sexual trauma and other issues, and may not be suitable for all of our listeners.**

 In episode 2 of (His Strength, My Scars) guest and friend, Jessica Rone, is vulnerable in sharing how negative messages impacted her identity, and how she navigated her emotions. She shares the journey to her truth, and the historical importance of the Matriarch in her family.Like, Follow and Share & Follow our FB page, Overcome.

In this episode, my guest Jessica, Social Worker turned make-up artist and corporate trainer, reveals the moment she realized she was different than the rest of her peers. Listen, Like and share her story on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

In this episode, Vocalist, Songwriter, Musician, Mom, and Wife, Rachel Hubbard Fort, continues to discuss her journey of Marriage, Motherhood, Mental Health and releasing her first EP, as an independent artist. Rachel shares how she was provided the space and safety to shed off false identities from early childhood, and how she uses music as a catalyst to create the beautiful narrative of her experience with love and family.If you haven’t already, GO, Listen to her EP Houses on Spotify and other streaming platforms!!!! 

In this episode, Vocalist, Songwriter, Musician, Mom and Wife, Rachel Fort, talks about her journey of Marriage, Motherhood, Mental health and releasing her  first EP as an Independent Artist. Rachel shares how she was provided with the space and safety to shed off false identities from early childhood, and how she uses music as a catalyst to create the beautiful narrative of her experience with love and family.

In this episode, Guest Nicole Farley, continues to share her journey after divorce and learning to fully love again.

In this episode, Executive Director, Wife and Mother, Nicole Farley, shares her journey from disappointments and brokenness to allowing herself to fully love and be loved again. 

In this podcast I share part of my journey, and how an encounter with love radically changed the trajectory of my life. Take a listen, share and follow. You can also listen on iTunes, Spotify and follow Nikao's FB page, Overcome. 

In this episode the Nikao' podcast guest share how they each faced failures, fears and false identities, and how they Overcame them.