Old Keys Don’t Open New Doors: Dani Peebles on Grief, Growth & Reinvention

In this powerful episode of Not All Hood, Emmy-nominated journalist Candace Kelley, and cultural commentator and professional makeup artist Dani Peebles explore how loss can become the ultimate teacher. From navigating grief and divorce to redefining womanhood, creativity, and purpose — this episode dives deep into what it truly means to start over. Dani shares her emotional journey from heartbreak to healing, revealing how she found peace through faith, gratitude, and radical self-awareness. With honesty and humor, the conversation unpacks the power of letting go, the beauty of new beginnings, and why “old keys don’t open new doors.” Whether you’ve lost someone, left a relationship, or outgrown a version of yourself, this episode reminds you that reinvention is possible — and necessary. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America. Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Candace O.Kelley Executive Producer: Layne Fontes Producer & Creative Director: Troy W. Harris, Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.