Episodes

  • 15: An Unknown Angel's Gift: Robert and Cherie's Transplant Journey

    15: An Unknown Angel's Gift: Robert and Cherie's Transplant Journey
    Jun 4 2024
    In this heartfelt episode of 'Behind the 90 with Nneka,' host Nneka interviews Cherie Blackwell and her husband Robert, exploring their extraordinary journey through Robert’s lung transplant. They provide an intimate look at their love story, their battles with lung disease, and the challenges and triumphs faced along the way. Cherie shares her experience as a caregiver and emphasizes the importance of a strong support system. The episode highlights their advocacy for organ donation, including their involvement in awareness campaigns and community events, and discusses the writing of Cherie's book, 'An Unknown Angel's Gift, A Couple's Lung Transplant Journey.' Additionally, they share the profound connection formed with Robert's donor family and details about upcoming book signings and events promoting organ donation.
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • 14: 90 Seconds On The 90: Navigating First Impressions

    14: 90 Seconds On The 90: Navigating First Impressions
    May 23 2024
    In this episode of 'Behind the 90 with Nneka,' the host Nneka dives into the topic of initiating conversations with a potential romantic interest. Nneka invites guest Millicent to discuss best practices for making the first move. Millicent shares her personal progression, comparing her past and current approaches. She highlights the effectiveness of offering a compliment as an easy and impactful way to start a conversation, emphasizing the importance of making oneself open and available for dialogue. The episode concludes with a brief reflection on the changing dynamics of initiating contact, noting a shift from reliance on eye contact and smiling to more direct verbal engagement.

    00:00 Welcome to Behind the 90 with Nneka
    00:09 Diving into Relationship Conversations
    00:19 Millicent's Approach to Initiating Conversations
    00:34 Reflecting on Conversation Starters: Then and Now
    01:38 Wrapping Up: 90 Seconds on the 90
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    2 mins
  • 13: Why Do I Always End Up With A Cheater Pt. 3: From Betrayal to Resilience

    13: Why Do I Always End Up With A Cheater Pt. 3: From Betrayal to Resilience
    May 15 2024
    This episode presents a powerful narrative of a woman navigating the tumultuous waters of a failing marriage and a cancer diagnosis. Initially, it highlights a descent from partnership to neglect as her husband becomes consumed with work, leaving her to face her battle with stage 3 breast cancer largely unsupported, a situation that reveals his infidelity. Her journey evolves into one of self-discovery and healing, where despite the heartbreak and betrayal, she embarks on a path of self-care, personal growth, and emotional recovery. Through exploring themes of infidelity, trauma bonding, and self-love, the episode showcases her resilience and determination to prioritize her health and well-being, maintaining a connection with her ex-husband who supports her through chemotherapy, and emphasizing the importance of self-work in the aftermath of her relationship breakdowns.

    00:00 Welcome to Behind the 90 with Nneka: The Power of Sharing Stories
    02:18 Introducing Slavic, Kelli: A Journey Through Parts
    03:18 Kelli's Transformation: From Darkness to Light
    10:56 The Healing Power of Sharing and Community
    13:58 Navigating New Beginnings: Kelli's Journey Post-Divorce
    25:29 Finding Love Again: The Story of Kelli and Her New Husband
    43:48 Challenges and Changes: Navigating Work and Marriage
    50:14 The Strain of Work Obsession on Marriage
    52:01 A Night Out Alone: The Beginning of Doubts
    52:30 Confronting the Truth: A Relationship in Crisis
    54:05 The Shift: From Trust to Suspicion
    01:03:53 A Turning Point: Facing Illness and Betrayal
    01:14:35 The Fallout: Divorce and Reflection
    01:23:36 Healing and Growth: Learning from Pain
    01:37:52 Empowerment: Breaking Generational Curses
    01:39:41 Final Thoughts: Fear, Intuition, and Moving Forward
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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • 12: Why Do I Always End Up With A Cheater Pt. 2

    12: Why Do I Always End Up With A Cheater Pt. 2
    May 7 2024
    Kelli's heart has always been in the right place. She has allowed her want and need for love to lead the way, but only to find dead ends from men who have unresolved issues, while love bombing her, then letting her down in the end.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 11: Why Do I Always End Up with A Cheater Part 1

    11: Why Do I Always End Up with A Cheater Part 1
    Apr 25 2024
    Kelli's heart has always been in the right place. She has allowed her want and need for love to lead the way, but only to find dead ends from men who have unresolved issues; while love bombing her, then letting her down in the end, finding her true love that comes from within.
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    53 mins
  • 10: Overcoming Abuse - The Power and Control Wheel Part 2

    10: Overcoming Abuse - The Power and Control Wheel Part 2
    Apr 16 2024
    In this episode, which is a continuation of last week's episode, my guest Angie discusses lessons learned from her parents about relationships and her desire to have what her parents had, which was a strong committed relationship. That didn’t happen for Angie as she started to date. At the young age of 12, Angie was determined to find the one. Come with us as we explore her dating journey of ups and downs and where she stands today.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 9: Overcoming Abuse - The Power and Control Wheel: Part 1

    9: Overcoming Abuse - The Power and Control Wheel: Part 1
    Apr 9 2024
    In this episode, my guest Angie discusses lessons learned from her parents about relationships and her desire to have what her parents had, which was a strong committed relationship. That didn’t happen for Angie as she started to date. At the young age of 12, Angie was determined to find the one. Come with us as we explore her dating journey of ups and downs and where she stands today.
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    53 mins
  • 8: Ayanna Serving In Her Purpose

    8: Ayanna Serving In Her Purpose
    Mar 19 2024
    We all have a role to play in being in service to one another, and I’m always curious to learn the steps people take to get where they are today. Ayanna Harris shares her journey to become a therapist.
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    35 mins