Wise Black Nanas

Wise Black Nanas


Latest Episodes

Kwanzaa – Now More Than Ever
December 01, 2025

In this heartfelt episode, the Nanas revisit a cultural celebration that once echoed strongly through their communitiesand one theyre ready to bring forward with intention. Kwanzaa may not be as widely observed as they remember, but its wisdom, values,

Friends – The Real Deal
November 01, 2025

The Wise Black Nanas are shining a light on friends and friendships, exploring what they mean, how they shape us, and why they matter.What makes a good friend? How do you know who is truly there for you?In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Sharla opens up abo

Procrastination – “I’ll Do It Later?”
October 01, 2025

How often do we consciously or unconsciously utter Ill do it later, tomorrow, next week, next life?. In this Episode, Wise Black Nanas take a closer look at this everyday action, or inaction. Is procrastination a real thing? What is procrastination and

Tough Love
September 01, 2025

In this powerful and revealing episode, the Nanas go deep on what it really means to love someone enough to be tough. With their trademark honesty, wisdom, and unfiltered truth-telling, they explore t

A Juneteenth Message from the Nanas
June 19, 2025

In this short but heartfelt message, the Wise Black Nanas take a moment to honor Juneteenth, a day of reflection, celebration, and continued commitment to freedom and justice.Dr. Sharla shares a personal memory of seeing Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Jun

How You Doing?
June 01, 2025

Wise Black Nanas take a look at this common, everyday casual phrase that most of us know well, or do we? How often do you say How You Doing? Whats going on when you use the phrase? How are you feeling about the other person who asked you? Probably not

Longing For the Good “Ole” Days
May 01, 2025

Wise Black Nanas takes a light hearted look at looking back to past times, a slice of their past life, a few of their favorite memories from the Good Ole Days. Joanne and Dr Sharla think a little humo

Robbers of Joy
April 04, 2025

Wise Black Nanas take a look at Robbers of Joy. Just what is that anyway? In their own unique way, Joanne and Dr Sharla talk about the things that Rob us of Joy, whether it is family, work, or life si

Diagnosis – “You Have Cancer.”
March 01, 2025

What happens when cancer is the diagnosis? How does this affect Wise Black Nanas? Listen in to hear about this intensely personal account describing how Joanne reacts when she hears those words, directed at her. How does it impact her life? What does she

Guide to Life’s Toughest Decisions
February 01, 2025

Wise Black Nanas celebrates a whole year of Podcasts. And WOW, what a year the Nanas have had! Dr. Sharla and Joanne share more of their stories, wisdom, strategies and tips to help with some of Lifes Toughest Decisions. This Guide is our gift to you. Th