Checking In with Michelle Williams
On CHECKING IN, Michelle Williams and her friends let it all out as they reveal their intimate experiences with depression, anxiety and their mental health journeys. Hosted by Michelle, these celebrity interviews will also offer skills on how to manage mental health hardships and even offer coping strategies for emotional well-being.
Episodes
Michelle and Dr. Anita Phillips are planting the seeds! Dr. Anita Phillips discusses her comparison between gardens and the human body. She also shares her personal attachment to championing mental health conversations in religious spaces and the benefits of EMDR.
For more on Dr. Phillips and her new book, visit: https://www.anitaphillips.com/
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What if the things you’ve been told are “your issues” are actually justified reactions to the world around you?
In this powerful conversation, Michelle sits down with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Raquel Martin to unpack boundaries, burnout, Black Superwoman syndrome, and what liberation psychology teaches us about healing beyond the indiv...
In this deeply moving episode of Checking In with Michelle Williams, Michelle sits down with spiritual teacher and New York Times bestselling author Iyanla Vanzant for an honest, soul-shifting conversation about spiritual hygiene.
Together, they explore what it means to clean internal debris, confront unhealed pain, release inh...
Michelle kicks off the first episode of 2026 from the sofa—recovering, reflecting, and resetting. From pushing through Broadway shows and a tough bout of illness to easing into the new year with intention, this episode is a real-time check-in on health, momentum, and grace. Michelle talks mental health, comparison, public scrutiny, and why we need to stop policing how others live, dress, and show up. It’s an honest remi...
As we close out 2025, Michelle takes a powerful pause to reflect on one word that carried so many of us through the year: resilience. In this heartfelt final episode of the year, she unpacks what resilience really means—beyond just “bouncing back”—and how mental, emotional, and spiritual flexibility helped us survive loss, uncertainty...
The holiday season doesn’t feel joyful for everyone—and that’s okay. In this episode of Checking In, Michelle Williams opens up an honest, compassionate conversation about the emotional, financial, and mental pressures that often come with the holidays.
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In this episode, Michelle shares a powerful reminder: choosing yourself is not selfish — it’s necessary. Michelle also takes us behind the scenes of an unforgettable weekend in Washington, D.C. — from performing at the CityCenter Christmas Tree Lighting, to soaking in sisterhood at Kelly Rowland’s tour stop. Whether you’re navigating boundaries, loneliness, new b...
In this episode, Michelle is checking in with YOU as she reflects on her first real vacation in over a year, the joy of choosing rest without guilt, and the courage it takes to put yourself first. From Broadway life behind the scenes to sisterhood moments, inspirational takeaways from Wicked, and the freedom that comes with breaking people-pleasing habits, Miche...
In this special throwback episode, Michelle and Dr. Rob are counting hugs! Dr. Robert Singleton speaks on his journey to becoming a source of light, the importance of hugging your children and how to keep God first in your busy life. He also shares his thoughts on weight loss drugs like Ozempic! CHECK IN to this episode to experience a man who is truly multifaceted.
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In this solo episode, Michelle reflects on an unexpected moment of joy — her Grammy nomination for Death Becomes Her — and the deeper lessons it revealed about patience, purpose, and divine timing. She opens up about learning to rest, stay grounded, and trust that every season has its reason. From finding peace in “minding her business” t...
On this episode, Michelle sits down with pastor, teacher, mentor, and bestselling author Dr. Joel Tudman to dive deep into his new book The Fight to Find Yourself. Michelle and Dr. Tudman talk about the masks we wear to earn acceptance, how trauma can disconnect us from our truth, and the freedom that comes from recognizing that we are loved even in ou...
On this episode, Michelle sits down with author, entrepreneur, and clarity coach Cornelius Lindsey for an honest and vulnerable conversation about what it truly means to “not care” — in the most freeing way possible. Drawing from his book I Don’t Care: The Freedom of Letting Go, Cornelius opens up about the heavy cost of caring too much a...
In this episode, Michelle celebrates the upcoming one-year anniversary of Death Becomes Her! From long rehearsal days and vocal stamina to funny on-stage mishaps and unforgettable audience reactions, Michelle takes us behind the curtain of her life as Viola Van Horn. She shares the lessons she’s learned performing eight shows a week, what keeps her grounded, and how faith and discipline fue...
In this episode, Michelle welcomes back friend of the show — producer, author, and actor DeVon Franklin, whose new film Ruth and Boaz hit number one on Netflix. The two dive deep into the power of storytelling rooted in faith, truth, and perseverance.
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In this candid solo episode, Michelle opens up about what makes October one of her favorite months — from Breast Cancer Awareness and World Mental Health Day to her playful love for candy corn and all things fall. With her signature humor and heart, she reflects on family conversations about health, generational cycles, and the importance of knowing your family’s medical history. Michelle also dives into the ongoing deb...
In this special throwback episode, Michelle and Dr. Anita Phillips are planting the seeds! Dr. Anita Phillips discusses her comparison between gardens and the human body. She also shares her personal attachment to championing mental health conversations in religious spaces and the benefits of EMDR.
For more on Dr. Phillips and her new book, visit: https://www.anitaphillips.com/
Make sure you’re following M...
On this solo episode, Michelle brings listeners up to speed on a whirlwind few weeks filled with music, purpose, and powerful moments on the global stage. From singing the national anthem for the Raiders in Las Vegas to joining Andra Day and thousands of musicians at the United Nations Foundation’s Better Together event, Michelle reflects on what it means ...
As the seasons shift, so do our emotions and perspectives. In this solo episode, Michelle opens up about the bittersweet end of summer, the challenges of seasonal transitions, and the reality of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). She reflects on how changes—whether in weather, career, or personal life—often require courage, faith, and trust. Alongside words of encouragement, Michelle also highlights the importance of me...
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