UNRULY WITH SHELAH MARIE

UNRULY WITH SHELAH MARIE

UNRULY is a weekly culture and wellness podcast hosted by Shelah Marie that delves into transformative conversations around self-love, acceptance, and holistic wellness. Each episode is a deep dive into various aspects of personal growth, featuring candid discussions with experts, influencers, and community members. The goal is to provide listeners with practical tools and inspiration to enhance their well-being and reclaim their true selves. The series is meant to serve as an extension and umbilical to Shelah Marie’s book “UNRULY.” Shelah Marie is an author, content creator, and women’s wellness influencer, helping disrupt the ideas that women should place themselves last or seek others’ approval in order to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. She is the founder of the Curvy, Curly, Conscious movement, author of Positive You , and has partnered with the United Nations and other humanitarian organizations to bring her Sustainable Theater Workshop to students around the world. She lives in Atlanta. For more, visit http://shelahmarie.com Want Shelah to answer your question? Record your question on: https://www.speakpipe.com/unruly and it could be featured on an upcoming episode

Episodes

30: Detty December Is a Portal: Travel as Ceremony with Vidette Adjorlolo

April 29, 2025 • 42 mins
What if travel wasn’t just about escape—but about return? In this episode, Shelah is joined by mental wellness strategist and founder of Sorted Chale, Vidette Adjorlolo, for a deeply honest conversation about healing, homecoming, and why Detty December in Ghana is more than a trip—it’s a portal. Together, they unpack how ancestral travel can be a sacred act of reclamation, how Black women can unlearn the performance of surviva...
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29: Dream. Rest. Disrupt. Repeat. ft. Virginia Cumberbatch

April 22, 2025 • 61 mins
What if dreaming wasn’t just an escape—but a weapon for disruption? Shelah sits down with Virginia Cumberbatch, an equity strategist, creative activist, and co-founder of Rosa Rebellion, to unpack why rest isn’t just self-care—it’s strategy. 
If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down or struggled to imagine a world beyond the struggle—this one’s for you. Because rest isn’t just resistance. It’s power.

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28: The Sacred Power of Softness and Non-Traditional Love ft Blue Telusma

April 15, 2025 • 60 mins
What if softness isn’t the reward you earn after healing—but the very tool that helps you heal? In this episode Shelah sits down with writer, cultural commentator, and soft power enthusiast Blue Telusma for a conversation that turns everything we’ve been taught about strength, love, and survival on its head. Together, they explore what it means to reclaim softness—not as a trend, but as a sacred act of resistance—and why expan...
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27: Mediumship, Magic & the Black Spiritual Renaissance ft. Ebony Jasmine Harris

April 8, 2025 • 65 mins
What if connecting with spirit was also a form of resistance? In this episode of Unruly, Shelah Marie sits down with medium, occultist, and cultural thinker Ebony Jasmine Harris to talk about the ways spirituality, ancestral connection, and political awareness are deeply intertwined.

This is a deep, rich conversation that affirms what many of us already know: the divine isn’t just in the heavens—it’s in the culture, t...
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26: More Than a Hustle: Why Faith Is the Ultimate Business Strategy ft. Abena Boamah-Acheampong

April 1, 2025 • 47 mins
Is faith a business strategy? Can success be intentional and sustainable? This week, we’re sitting down with Abena Boamah-Acheampong, the powerhouse founder behind Hanahana Beauty, to talk about the intersection of faith, creativity, and business. Abena didn’t just launch a skincare brand—she built a movement rooted in ethics, sustainability, and community empowerment. If you’re ready to stop playing by someone else’s rules an...
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25: Life is a Game: Bend Time and Break the Rules To Succeed ft. Pea the Feary

March 25, 2025 • 55 mins
What if success isn’t earned—it’s created? We’ve been sold a hustle-driven version of success that keeps us stuck. But Pea the Feary is here to rewrite the rules. In this episode, we break down manifestation, timeline jumping, and the energetic cheat codes to success that no one talks about. Forget the grind—this is about stepping into your power and making success inevitable. Let’s get into it. Want Shelah to answer your questio...
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24: Purpose Ain’t Pretty: The Truth About Living in Alignment ft. Blake Newby

March 18, 2025 • 48 mins
What does it really mean to live a purpose-driven life? It’s not just about finding a dream job or passion project—it’s about defining success on your own terms. In this episode, journalist and media powerhouse Blake Newby keeps it real about what it actually takes to align your career, your values, and your purpose. If you’ve been feeling stuck or questioning your path, this episode is your sign to make it make sense. Want Shelah...
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23: Are We Really Free? Astrology, Power & the Illusion of Free Will ft. Dayna Lynn Nuckolls

March 11, 2025 • 69 mins
Are we really free, or is our fate already written? In this episode, Dayna Lynn Nuckolls—The People’s Oracle—breaks down the illusion of free will, the connection between astrology and power, and how divination can help us navigate this moment. We get into the systems that shape our lives, the political forces at play, and what history teaches us about liberation. If you’ve ever questioned how much control you actually have—or what...
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22: Let That Sh*t Go! Release What’s Holding You Back ft. Oludara Adeeyo

March 4, 2025 • 44 mins
Why is it so damn hard to let go? Whether it’s a toxic relationship, an outdated belief, or the pressure to be everything for everyone—Black women are often taught to hold on at all costs. But what if holding on is what’s keeping us stuck?

In this episode, Shelah Marie sits down with mental health therapist and author Oludara Adeeyo to talk about the art of releasing what no longer serves you—and why true self-care is...
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21: Get In the Mental Gym: It's Time To Train For Resilience ft. Massy Arias

February 25, 2025 • 61 mins
Is movement the missing link to mental clarity? In this episode, Shelah sits down with Massy Arias, a powerhouse fitness expert who’s redefining what it means to be strong—inside and out. From battling depression to becoming a global wellness leader, Massy shares how physical activity saved her life and how it can transform yours too. Ready to shake off the stress and reclaim your power? Tune in now.

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20: Not Your Grandma’s Christianity: Reclaiming Faith on Your Terms ft. Danyelle Thomas

February 18, 2025 • 75 mins
What if the faith you were taught was never meant to set you free? Public theologian and Unfit Christian founder D. Danyelle Thomas joins Unruly to break down what it means to decolonize faith, unlearn harmful teachings, and reclaim spirituality on your own terms.We’re unpacking the control, guilt, and myths baked into religion—especially for Black women—and how to build a faith that liberates, not limits. If you’ve ever quest...
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19: Manifestation Is Cute, But Let’s Talk Quantum ft. Dionna Chambers

February 11, 2025 • 44 mins
Manifestation is cool, but the quantum field is where the real magic happens. In this episode, Dionna Chambers—intuitive business coach and quantum healing expert—breaks down how to work with the quantum field to unlock limitless potential. We’re debunking myths, and exploring the science of energy and intention. It's time to go beyond wishful thinking.

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18: Why Can't Parenting Can’t Be Fun? Joyful Parenting ft. Elise R. Peterson

February 4, 2025 • 55 mins
Who says parenting has to be all stress and no fun? In this uplifting and inspiring episode, Shelah Marie chats with Elise R. Peterson—artist, author, and host of the hit podcast Cool Moms—about how mindfulness can transform the parenting journey into one filled with joy and connection.
Whether you’re a parent, aspiring to be one, or just curious about building stronger, more mindful relationships, this episode will leave ...
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17: The Ultimate Flex: Staying True to Yourself ft. Simone Mariposa

January 28, 2025 • 48 mins
Change is inevitable, but thriving through it? That’s a power move. In this episode, Shelah Marie sits down with Simone Mariposa to explore how embracing your identity and reclaiming your power can make transitions feel less like chaos and more like growth. Simone shares her personal journey of self-discovery, the lessons she’s learned about navigating uncertainty, and why staying true to yourself is the ultimate flex. 
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16: We All Deserve Good Sex ft. Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons

January 21, 2025 • 52 mins
What does good sex really mean, and how can it transform the way we see ourselves? In this episode of Unruly, Shelah sits down with the brilliant Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons—psychologist, sexologist, and author of the forthcoming book Good Sex. Together, they dive into what it means to embrace your sensuality, let go of sexual shame, and reclaim pleasure as a birthright, especially for Black women.

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15: Stop Faking It: Unlock Authentic Confidence ft. Amanda Booz

January 14, 2025 • 47 mins
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build. In this episode, award-winning journalist and powerhouse Amanda Booz joins Shelah Marie to unpack the secrets to empowered living. From turning self-doubt into self-belief to using your voice unapologetically, Amanda shares the tools you need to show up as your boldest, truest self. 

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14: Solo Episode: Ditch Resolutions: Reflect and Recharge To Reclaim 2025

January 7, 2025 • 29 mins
As we step into 2025, it’s time to pause, reflect, and realign. In this solo episode, Shelah Marie shares her lessons of the past year. With insights from her book Unruly, Shelah shows you how reflection can become a powerful tool for growth and self-discovery. Let’s leave behind what no longer serves us and step boldly into the year ahead—together.

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13: Change Your Mind, Change Your Life ft. Koya Web

December 31, 2024 • 46 mins
REPLAY: In a chaotic world, staying grounded is essential. Shelah Marie and Koya Webb explore the transformative power of mindfulness and meditation, offering practical tools to help you live with intention and inner peace. Whether you're just starting out or deep in your practice, this episode is your guide to finding balance.

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12: Life Will Always Life, Get Used to Change ft. Lauren Speed

December 24, 2024 • 36 mins
REPLAY: Change can be daunting, but it’s also where growth happens. Shelah Marie and Lauren Speed discuss embracing uncertainty, trusting your instincts, and finding purpose in life's biggest transitions. This episode offers inspiring advice for stepping boldly into your next chapter.

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11: Advocate for Yourself, Like Your Life Depends On It ft. Chelsea VonChaz

December 17, 2024 • 61 mins
Why is it so hard to get the medical care we deserve? In this episode, Shelah sits down with Chelsea VonChaz to explore how to advocate for yourself in medical spaces, navigate healthcare biases, and finally understand your menstrual cycle. Get ready for a conversation that will leave you informed, empowered, and ready to take charge of your health.

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