Full-Time Black Woman

Hosted by Aleese Real & Esha Belle

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226

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Jun 2026

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Join Aleese Real and Esha Belle as they create a safe space for professional black women and entrepreneurs. Aleese and Esha will have your back from coffee to wine while teaching you how to play your power perfectly. Check them out on Facebook and Instagram @fulltimeblackwoman. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! They see you because they are you.

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June 15, 2026Episode 20644 min

206: Finding Your Workplace Tribe

Send us Fan MailA heartfelt and empowering conversation about how Black women can identify supportive relationships in the workplace, build community at work, protect their peace, and create safe spaces for authenticity and growth in corporate environments.Black women are more likely than other groups to report feeling unsupported and overlooked in workplace environments, contributing to higher burnout and turnover rates among professional Black women.Support the show

June 7, 2026Episode 20545 min

205: When Did We Get Grown?

Send us Fan MailJoin Esha and Aleese as they talk about the funny and joyful experiences of aging gracefully. For topic ideas, interview requests, and more send us an email at FullTimeBlackWoman@gmail.comSupport the showSupport the show

May 24, 2026Episode 20446 min

204: Seasons - Spring 2026 Edition

Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, we are here to bring you something light and feel good. This is the continuation of our series, Seasons! We will discuss how we love the Spring and check in with each other. Check out our YouTube channel and remember to subscribe!!Like and follow our page on Facebook, “Full-Time Black Woman” Follow us on Instagram @fulltimeblackwomanFollow us on Twitter @FTblackwomanSupport the show

May 17, 2026Episode 20344 min

203: Working Hard, Stuck in Place

Send us Fan MailMost black women are stuck in support roles, working harder than ever but with little opportunity for growth or recognition. This episode reveals the hidden barriers keeping Black women in precarious, undervalued jobs—and how you can break free from the cycle. Join Aleese Real and Esha Belle as they unpack the historical roots of systemic barriers, from slavery to modern corporate support roles, and how bias continues to limit Black women’s advancement. For topic ideas, interview requests, and more send us an email at FullTimeBlackWoman@gmail.comSupport the show

April 12, 2026Episode 20257 min

202: Maximize The Bag - Navigating Corporate Benefits to Your Advantage

Send us Fan MailThis episode breaks down how Black women in corporate America can fully understand, leverage, and maximize employer benefits as a form of wealth, wellness, and workplace power. Aleese and Esha blend real talk, practical tips, and empowering perspective shifts.For topic ideas, interview requests, and more send us an email at FullTimeBlackWoman@gmail.comSupport the show

March 29, 2026Episode 20148 min

201: Beyond the Mirror - Appearance Politics

Send us Fan MailWelcome back for another episode of FTBW. Today we unpack the ways beauty, identity, and society intersect. This topic is just as personal as it is political — Let's discuss appearance politics and how it uniquely impacts Black women. For topic ideas, interview requests, and more send us an email at FullTimeBlackWoman@gmail.comSupport the show

March 22, 2026Episode 20045 min

200: When the World Feels Loud: How to Manage External Stress

Send us Fan MailBlack women report high levels of psychological stress, with 51% stating it impacts their health and 22% reporting a major impact. Driven by race/gender discrimination, 20% experience chronic health conditions worsened by stress, often experiencing "weathering" or accelerated aging. Despite high stress, Black women are half as likely as white women to seek mental health treatment, with only 13% seeking help for specific disorders. -HealthlineFor breath work practice, check out @hustle_healer on InstagramFor budget help, check out @intheblackbudget on InstagramTo book a consultation for your natural hair, check out @corporaterootshairstudioOne of my favorite tools is the 5‑4‑3‑2‑1 grounding technique. You name five things you can see, four you can touch, three you can hear, two you can smell, and one you can taste. It pulls you out of the stress spiral and back into the present moment.Support the show

March 1, 2026Episode 19945 min

199: High Income, High Anxiety

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like more money still doesn’t bring peace.We’re told that earning more means feeling safer, happier, more secure — but for many black women, that’s just not the case. Tune in to hear how higher income may equate to higher anxiety for the FTBW.Support the show

February 22, 2026Episode 19834 min

198: Soft Life in Real Life

Send us Fan Mail Let’s talk about creating ease, intention, and emotional freedom in a world that constantly demands more. Today we’re diving into a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough attention:How do you live a soft life when you’re the head of household?Support the show

February 8, 2026Episode 19740 min

197: Building A Business While Tired

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Aleese and Esha dive into the realities of building a business while managing exhaustion, responsibilities, and full lives. If you're feeling tired but still committed to your entrepreneurial journey, this episode offers practical insights, encouragement, and strategies to nurture your business without burning out.Support the show