She's So Lucky

She's So Lucky

She’s So Lucky is a chart-topping weekly podcast dedicated to women who create their own luck against all odds. Join host Les Alfred and special guests for compelling conversations that will inspire you to live life on your terms. Les and her guests are giving you a sneak peek into the minds and habits of successful women sharing their wins, losses, and lessons that you can apply to your own life. From entrepreneurs, to creatives, to wellness experts, She’s So Lucky is a space for women to feel free and inspired to live up to their fullest potential. Each episode will help you uncover new ways to create your own luck and harness the magic you already have.

Episodes

September 23, 2025 46 mins

#311: Have you ever hit a wall—mentally, creatively, emotionally—and wondered how you were going to get through it? I have, many times.


When I’m low on motivation or facing something that feels bigger than me, I’ve started asking myself a simple question: What would Beyoncé do? Not in a “she’s perfect” kind of way, but because she embodies discipline, reinvention, and showing up even when it’s hard.

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#310: Self-love is a popular topic, but what does it actually mean in practice?

In this episode I’m joined by content creator and creative powerhouse Simi Muhumuza for a conversation that’s honest, affirming, and full of softness. We talk about what it means to return to yourself, especially after a year that asked you to slow down and start over.

Simi shares why 2024 and 2025 have been life-changing years, chronicling her j...

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#309: Is it possible to maintain visibility and authenticity at the same time?

In this episode I’m joined by content creator and entrepreneur Jaz Smith to talk about what it actually looks like to build a brand around your real life.

We get into her evolution from working in real estate to becoming a full-time creator, what shifted when she started treating social media like a business, and how she balances visibility with a...

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#308: Is working in fashion as glamorous as it seems?

This week, I’m joined by fashion consultant and PR powerhouse Sandrine Charles for a conversation that I know is going to stick with you. From working her way up in the fashion industry to starting her own agency and co-founding the Black in Fashion Council, Sandrine has built a career rooted in intention, integrity, and impact.

We talk about what it actually takes to gro...

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#307: This week, I’m diving into something that’s been coming up a lot in my own life and in so many conversations with friends, too: the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways we sabotage ourselves.

In this solo episode, I’m unpacking why other people don’t actually have the power to block what’s meant for us—but we do. Whether it’s through self-doubt, procrastination, perfectionism, or just plain fear, we can end up being our ow...

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#306: I usually keep things pretty neutral on She’s So Lucky, but today I’m spicing things up with some unpopular opinions you didn’t see coming. From the phrases we need to retire, to my unfiltered thoughts about your favorite TV shows, to the truth about influencer culture, join me for a casual kiki dishing some hot takes.

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#305: What does it mean to actually understand the media you’re consuming—and how does that shape how you move through the world? That’s what we’re getting into this week with our guest, Nikki Ogunnaike.

Nikki is the Editor in Chief of Marie Claire **US, host of Marie Claire’s Nice Talk podcast and one of the sharpest voices in fashion and culture today. Having held roles at Harper’s Bazaar, GQ, Elle, Glamour, InStyle, and ...

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#304: Is being too “realistic” keeping you stuck?

This week, I’m getting into something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: how being “realistic” can actually be a form of shrinking our goals to fit our fears.

In this solo episode, I’m unpacking why being realistic isn’t always the wise or grounded choice it’s made out to be, and how it might actually be self-sabotage disguised as protection.

I also share some mindset shif...

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#303: What does it look like to build a brand that’s rooted in real community, not just clout? That’s what we’re diving into this week with our guest, Nana Agyemang.

Nana is a journalist-turned-entrepreneur, founder of EveryStylishGirl, and the visionary behind Sip N’ Slay — one of today’s most sought-after events for women creatives and media professionals.

In this episode, we talk about building an authentic personal brand...

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#302: What if the version of success you’re chasing isn’t actually yours?

In this episode I’m joined by Amina AlTai, executive coach and author of The Ambition Trap, to unpack what it really means to pursue ambition with purpose. We talk about the difference between chasing success to prove something vs. purposeful ambition that aligns with your values and desires.

Amina shares the personal and professional wake-up calls tha...

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#301: What does it mean to be the woman of your own dreams?

That’s what we’re exploring in this week’s episode with guest, Kendra Austin. Kendra is a model, author, content creator, podcast host, and serial entrepreneur who lives authentically and unapologetically.

In this episode, we talk about what it’s really like to lean into your evolution and show up as your full self from glow-ups, to spiritual awakenings.

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#300: Clovers, we’ve officially reached our 300th episode of She’s So Lucky! To celebrate this milestone, we’re taking a walk down memory lane to reflect on some of our top episodes.

Relive some of our greatest hits, and the gems you may have missed for creating your own luck.


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#299: If you had to choose between running up a hill, or taking a flat road, which would you take? If you automatically said flat road, this episode may inspire you to take the hill.

Today we’re sitting down with Marcel Dinkins — Peloton instructor, podcast host and athlete — for a fun, lively conversation on what it means to move through discomfort. Marcel inspires us to take the best route, which isn’t always the easy one...

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#298: We all know comparison is the thief of joy, but what does it mean to truly embody a comparison-free life?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Elyse Fox, filmmaker, writer, and founder of Sad Girls Club to unpack and dismantle comparison.

Along the way, we also discuss Elyse’s journey of self-discovery, what it means to build community, how she’s redefining success on her own terms, and how you can too. Tap in for ca...

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#297: Calling all lucky girls—time to get in formation.

If your 2025 has gotten off to a rocky start or you’re looking to call in more lucky energy, this episode is for you. I’m sitting down solo to talk about our lucky girl commandments—the roadmap to follow for feeling more aligned and lucky. Hit play and get ready to thrive.


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#296: We don’t wait for lucky breaks in our careers—we create them.

In this episode, I’m sitting down with social media consultant, creative, and educator Candace Marie about creating your own luck in your career by having a clear vision and leveraging relationships.

This conversation will leave you feeling inspired to take action on your next big idea.

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  • Candace’s transition from finance, to luxury fashi...
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#295: The times we look like we have it all together can actually be the moments we’re struggling the most. When we’re busy creating our own luck, we can miss the signs that it’s time to tend to our mental and emotional well-being.

In today’s episode I’m sitting down with Dr. Judith Joseph, MD, MBA. Dr. Judith is a board-certified psychiatrist, researcher and award-winning content creator who specializes in mental health an...

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#294: Ready to be lucky in love?


Today I’m sitting down with Francesca Hogi, former corporate lawyer turned matchmaker turned love coach. She’s also an author, TED Speaker, and host of the relationship podcast Dear Franny where she facilitates uncommon questions about love.


Francesca and I discuss ways to heal and tap into your lucky energy to call in and sustain aligned partnership.


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#293: Today I’m sitting down for a casual solo episode spilling the tea on how things are going post-rebrand, and sharing my favorite new hack for getting things done when I feel like crashing out.


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#292: If you need inspiration to focus, this episode is it.

Today I’m sitting down with Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye, founder of cult favorite beauty brand Ami Colé, to break down the real, unfiltered journey of bringing a big idea to fruition. From growing up at her mother’s salon to working at beauty giants like Glossier and L’Oréal, Diarrha shares how purpose, identity, and intention shaped every step of her path.

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