From Surviving to Thriving: Black Single Moms Rewrite the Rules of Success

Being a single Black mom is rarely framed as powerful or successful, but Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton is here to change that.

In this inspiring episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste speaks with Dr. Vicki about her groundbreaking book and documentary Diary of Successful Black Single Mothers. They dive into the truth behind single motherhood, breaking stereotypes, and how to define success on your own terms. From launching a skincare line to creating a board game and founding a certification program for single moms, Dr. Vicki shows that success isn’t one-size-fits-all.

🎧 Listen in for wisdom, motivation, and the reminder that your story is still being written and it's powerful.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps – Diary of Successful Black Single Mothers

00:00 – Intro and welcome to BACKtalk
01:00 – Meet Dr. Vicki Wright-Hamilton and her background
03:00 – What inspired the anthology and documentary project
06:00 – Breaking the stigma around Black single mothers
09:00 – Stories that moved her most in the project
12:00 – Why redefining success is essential
15:00 – The Emory-backed certification program for single moms
18:00 – From tech executive to author: Vicki’s career journey
21:00 – Launching a skincare line and a board game
24:00 – Balancing ambition and wellness
27:00 – What true success looks like for Black single moms
30:00 – How to support the movement and get involved
33:00 – Final words of encouragement and wrap-up