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🎙️ Episode 1: “Better, Not Bitter” featuring LaCole Smith – Uncomfortable Situations Podcast In our debut episode of Uncomfortable Situations, hosts Simone O. Higginbotham and Jade Miller sit down with...
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🎙️ Episode 1: “Better, Not Bitter” featuring LaCole Smith – Uncomfortable Situations Podcast In our debut episode of Uncomfortable Situations, hosts Simone O. Higginbotham and Jade Miller sit down with special guest LaCole Smith for a raw, real, and refreshingly honest conversation about healing, self-worth, and the power of choosing growth over resentment. LaCole opens up about her personal journey through betrayal, disappointment, and the emotional aftermath of life not going as planned. Together, we unpack how uncomfortable situations can become defining moments—if we let them. This episode dives into:
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- Breaking the silence around emotional pain
- The courage it takes to choose “better” when “bitter” feels easier
- How to rewrite your narrative after you’ve been broken
- The role faith, therapy, and sisterhood play in our healing
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16 DEC 2025 · Uncomfortable Situations Podcast
Season 2 | Episode 3
Breaking the Stigma Around Male Domestic Violence Survivors
Guest: Erron Johnson In this powerful and necessary conversation, hosts Jade Miller and Simone Higginbotham sit down with Erron Johnson to address a topic that is often overlooked and misunderstood—male domestic violence survivors. This episode breaks down the stigma, silence, and shame that prevent many men from speaking out about abuse. Erron shares insight, lived experience, and perspective on how domestic violence impacts men emotionally, mentally, and socially, and why acknowledgment and support are critical for healing. Together, the conversation challenges stereotypes, explores barriers to reporting, and emphasizes the importance of safe spaces, resources, and open dialogue for survivors of all genders. This is an honest, eye-opening episode that reminds us: abuse does not discriminate, and neither should support. 🎙️ Tune in for a raw, courageous discussion that pushes past comfort zones and starts conversations that matter. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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9 DEC 2025 · 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 2: What Your OB/GYN WISH You Knew
Special Guest Chandra Higginbotham In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Jade and Simone sit down with Chandra Higginbotham, a seasoned OB/GYN professional, to unpack the conversations women should be having long before stepping into the exam room. From reproductive health myths to the questions women are too embarrassed to ask, Chandra breaks down the real truths your doctor WISHES you knew.
We tackle:
- The most common misconceptions women have about their bodies
- What to expect at your OB/GYN appointments
- How to advocate for yourself in medical spaces
- The self-care habits that actually matter
- And the “uncomfortable” topics that deserve to be normalized
Get ready for an honest, empowering, and educational conversation that every woman needs to hear. Tune in, share with a friend, and join the conversation.
It’s uncomfortable… but necessary. And Sick around for the "RESET" in Shonta's Corner Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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1 DEC 2025 · 🎙️ Uncomfortable Situations Podcast with Jade & Simone — Featuring New Crew Member Shonta Hylton Episode: Relationship Struggles with Dr. Donna Barnes-Johnson On this episode of Uncomfortable Situations, Jade and Simone are joined by their newest crew member, Shonta Hylton, and special guest Dr. Donna Barnes-Johnson, a respected relationship expert, counselor, and truth-teller known for her no-nonsense insight into love, healing, and partnership. Together, we dive deep into the raw, unfiltered realities of relationship struggles — the kind people whisper about, hide from friends, or silently carry on their shoulders. This episode explores:
- Why so many women feel unseen or unheard in relationships
- How unhealed trauma shows up in love
- Emotional labor vs. emotional neglect
- Modern dating confusion and unmet expectations
- The pressure to “stay strong” when relationships are falling apart
- What accountability looks like on both sides
- When to fight for love — and when to walk away
- The power of choosing yourself without guilt
With Jade’s humor, Simone’s transparency, Shonta’s fresh perspective, and Dr. Barnes-Johnson’s therapeutic clarity, this conversation gets real — fast. If you’ve ever felt stuck between love and heartbreak, loyalty and exhaustion, desire and disappointment… this episode will meet you where you are. This is grown-woman talk. Raw talk. Healing talk. Welcome to the uncomfortable space where truth sets you free.
Tune in. Breathe deep. Let’s unpack this. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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23 SEP 2025 · Episode 8: Sex After 50 – Still Want It & Still Got It (with Special Guest Shonta Hylton) Who says passion fades with age? In this bold and unfiltered conversation, Simone and Jade sit down with special guest Shonta Hylton and Producer KeKe Canel to talk about intimacy, confidence, and embracing sexuality after 50. 💃🏽🔥 From breaking down stereotypes to sharing real-life experiences, this episode explores how desire evolves, what changes (and what doesn’t), and why pleasure, connection, and confidence have no expiration date. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like navigating sex and intimacy after 50 — this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed.
#UncomfortableSituationsPodcast #SexAfter50 #StillGotIt Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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16 SEP 2025 · In this candid and thought-provoking episode of Uncomfortable Situations, hosts Simone O. Higginbotham and Jade Miller sit down with special guest Shonta Hylton to unpack the stigma and societal pressure surrounding love, marriage, and companionship. Together, they explore the question so many avoid: What if I die alone? From embracing independence to challenging traditional expectations, this conversation dives deep into self-worth, fulfillment, and the freedom of defining happiness on your own terms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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8 SEP 2025 · 🎙️ Uncomfortable Situations – Episode 6
“Stop Waiting On A Man to Save You” with Guest Shonta Hylton In this powerful episode, Simone O. Higginbotham and Jade Miller sit down with special guest Shonta Hylton to challenge one of the most ingrained myths in society — that a woman’s worth, stability, or success depends on a man. Shonta brings her wisdom, experience, and unapologetic truth to the table, unpacking what it really means for women to step into their independence, own their choices, and build a life they don’t need saving from. From relationships and self-worth to financial independence and emotional freedom, this conversation is raw, real, and necessary. It’s a call for women everywhere to stop waiting and start creating the lives they deserve. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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3 SEP 2025 · 🎙️ Episode 5: Wifey Material is a Myth In this episode of Uncomfortable Situations, co-hosts Jade and Simeon sit down with special guest Shonta Hylton to unpack the outdated and problematic idea of "wifey material." 💍✨ Together, we dive into the BS behind the belief that women must meet a checklist of criteria to be considered “wifed up.” From gender roles and societal pressures to self-worth and authentic relationships, this raw and unfiltered conversation challenges the myths that keep women boxed in. 🔥 Real talk. Real perspectives. Real freedom. 👉 Tune in and join the conversation—you might just rethink what “relationship goals” really mean. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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25 AUG 2025 · Episode 4: Faking It – Love, Orgasm, and Happiness with Guest Sheena Johnson In this eye-opening episode of Uncomfortable Situations, hosts Jade and Simone dive into the raw truth about what it really means to fake it—in love, in the bedroom, and even in life. Joined by special guest Sheena Johnson, the conversation unpacks why so many women feel pressured to pretend in relationships, the impact it has on mental and emotional well-being, and how true happiness starts with authenticity. This candid discussion is funny, real, and unfiltered—challenging the myths around pleasure, love, and self-fulfillment. If you’ve ever faked a smile, a relationship, or even an orgasm, this episode will resonate with you and remind you that your happiness is not up for compromise. Tune in, laugh with us, and maybe even get a little uncomfortable—because that’s where growth begins. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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19 AUG 2025 · On this episode of Uncomfortable Situations, co-hosts Jade and Simone dive into the real, raw, and refreshing truth about being single. From navigating societal expectations to embracing independence and joy, they unpack why being single is not a curse but a season of growth, freedom, and power. Tune in for laughter, honesty, and unapologetic conversations that remind you—being single is nothing to be sorry about. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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10 AUG 2025 · In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, co-hosts Jade Miller and Simone Higginbotham sit down with special guest Courtney Tobias to explore the strength, clarity, and transformation that comes when a woman fully heals. From breaking generational cycles to reclaiming her peace, this episode dives deep into the freedom and fearlessness that healing brings. Produced by Keke Chanel, this thought-provoking dialogue will inspire, challenge, and remind you just how unstoppable a healed woman can be. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncomfortable-situations--6702504/support.
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🎙️ Episode 1: “Better, Not Bitter” featuring LaCole Smith – Uncomfortable Situations Podcast In our debut episode of Uncomfortable Situations, hosts Simone O. Higginbotham and Jade Miller sit down with...
show more
🎙️ Episode 1: “Better, Not Bitter” featuring LaCole Smith – Uncomfortable Situations Podcast In our debut episode of Uncomfortable Situations, hosts Simone O. Higginbotham and Jade Miller sit down with special guest LaCole Smith for a raw, real, and refreshingly honest conversation about healing, self-worth, and the power of choosing growth over resentment. LaCole opens up about her personal journey through betrayal, disappointment, and the emotional aftermath of life not going as planned. Together, we unpack how uncomfortable situations can become defining moments—if we let them. This episode dives into:
show less
- Breaking the silence around emotional pain
- The courage it takes to choose “better” when “bitter” feels easier
- How to rewrite your narrative after you’ve been broken
- The role faith, therapy, and sisterhood play in our healing
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