The Nancy Ruffin Show

The Nancy Ruffin Show

Hosted by award winning author, transformation coach, and the self-proclaimed Latina Oprah, The Nancy Ruffin Show (formerly The Empowerment Hour) is where inspiring thought leaders, modern day influencers, & social game changers come to discuss their own personal journeys & have real conversations about the journey to success. As a modern thought leader, spiritual enthusiast, and transformation expert Nancy is committed to helping the next generation of leaders tap into their potential, ignite their fire, and expand their self-awareness. If you're ready to PowerUp & blaze trails of positive change then this show is for you. We're developing tomorrow's leaders, today. Subscribe. Listen. Share. Join the #PowerUp movement.

Episodes

The Blessing In Letting Go: Saying Goodbye to 2021

December 30, 2021 • 42 mins
In the final episode of the year, Nancy shares her year end review, reflects on her greatest lessons of 2021, discusses the blessing in letting go and making space for what's coming in 2022. Mentioned in this episode: Women of Faith Cohort 4: Click Here to sign up. Join mailing list at www.iamnancyruffin.com Register for the Intentional Visioning Workshop here. Purchase Mindset Reset: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs here. --- Se...
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Dream Weaver: A Conversation with Apollonia Keys Martinez

November 29, 2021 • 68 mins
In this week' episode, Nancy sits down with dream weaver, Apollonia Keys Martinez to discuss all things spirituality, self-realization and personal transformation. Apollonia shares her journey from nightlife hospitality professional to certified life coach, emotional intelligence educator, theta healer, and medicine woman. Apollonia's story is one of survival, transformation and most importantly strength. Tune in now for yo...
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Blooming Soul: A Conversation with Mairi Bloom

October 25, 2021 • 77 mins
What seeds are you willing to plant in order to BLOOM? That is the question that inspires the work of our guest this week, Mairi Bloom. Since 2018, Mairi's mission has been to provide everyone with inspiration to go after their full potential. In this week's episode, Mairi discusses what inspired her to start Blooming Soul, how borrowing money from her aunt was the impetus for her healing work, and why taking care of her se...
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Self Love: The Importance of Saying "I Love You"...to Yourself

September 20, 2021 • 34 mins
When was the last time you said those 3 little words "I love you", to yourself? Chances are you probably haven't. Telling ourselves "I love you" isn't very common and it isn't practiced much. But it should be. Establishing a love affair with yourself can be the impetus of attracting the love you desire from others. God loves us with such incredible love and it's how He wants us to love ourselves and ...
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You Don't Have To Do It Alone

September 13, 2021 • 40 mins
In a world were doing it all and being a super-woman/man is applauded, it's easy to get sucked into believing that we have to do it alone. Truth is, no one person can do everything, nor should they. Taking on too many responsibilities can lead to burn out, stress, depression and s many other health issues, it also robs us from time to ourselves. If you struggle with relinquishing control, asking for help or delegating, this epi...
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Turning Trials into Triumph

August 16, 2021 • 40 mins
All of us have experienced trials and moments of struggle in our lives, but without storms we'd never experience rainbows. In this episode, Nancy shares some of the greatest lessons she's learned from being married for 20 years. She also discusses how our trials are the very things God uses to lead us into victory. Nancy uses Genesis 37 and the story of Joseph as a reference for how God turns your trials into triumphs and u...
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In Conversation with A.R. Garcia Part 2

March 1, 2021 • 43 mins
This week in this 2 part conversation, Nancy sits down with Actor and Playwright A.R. Garcia to discuss everything from art and activism to parenting and creating generational wealth. In part 2, A.R. discusses creating art that disrupts and how George Floyd's murder inspired a new art form for him. He also discusses parenting and how he had to be honest about who he was and make serious changes in order to become the man and fa...
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In Conversation with A.R. Garcia Part 1

February 22, 2021 • 46 mins
This week in this 2 part conversation, Nancy sits down with Actor and Playwright A.R. Garcia to discuss everything from art and activism to parenting and creating generational wealth. In part 1, A.R. discusses coping with life during a pandemic and shares how Covid and the events of 2020 inspired his work.
About A.R. Garcia:
In April of 2013 A.R. Garcia wrote and performed his first one-man show entitled “I LOVE THEM ALL,” directed b...
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Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Purpose!

February 8, 2021 • 36 mins
Comfort is great when you're purchasing a bed or a new pair of shoes, but when you're looking to elevate your life, career, and purpose you have to step out of what makes you comfortable and do the thing that challenges you. In this weeks episode, Nancy holds no bars when discussing the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone. 
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Leaving Legacies: How Do You Want To Be Remembered?

January 25, 2021 • 31 mins
In this episode Nancy discusses the Inauguration and the history making moment of Kamala Harris becoming the first Black/Asian Woman Vice President. She also discusses legacy, what it means, and what each of us can start doing today to create a legacy worth leaving behind. Listen. Subscribe. Share.
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To Thine Own Self Be True: The Importance of Self-Awareness

January 12, 2021 • 34 mins
It's a new year and in this episode Nancy talks about the different elements necessary to discover one's purpose, the importance of self-awareness and why she believes it is the foundation for true success. If you want to start off the new year invigorated, focused, and ready to conquer 2021, tune in now. Listen. Subscribe. Share.

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Rethinking Purpose

December 21, 2020 • 22 mins
In the last episode of 2020, Nancy reflects on the past year, the lessons learned,  and the importance of practicing gratitude. She also share's insights on discovering purpose and answering the calling on our lives. Listen. Share. Subscribe.


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In Conversation with Poet/Writer: Roya Marsh

December 14, 2020 • 66 mins
This  week Nancy talks with nationally recognized poet, performer, educator and activist, Roya Marsh. Roya who is a Bronx, New York native, is the Poet in Residence at Urban Word NYC and works feverishly toward LGBTQIA justice and dismantling white supremacy. 
In this week's episode, Roya discusses her debut book, dayliGht, how the project was born and how she almost went to blows with a man in her graduate program. In the hour ...
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Late Bloomer: Finding Success Later On in Life

September 17, 2018 • 5 mins
Preview to Episode 94 of The Empowerment Hour. Listen now on Spotify, iTunes, iHeartRadio.

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