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Hosted by Katara McCarty · education · EN
Welcome to Ready to Exhale , a podcast centering the well-being of Black women. In each episode, we lift up Black women’s voices—learning from their stories, wisdom, and lived expertise. Together, we explore what it means to hold space for the fullness of who we are: our joy, our healing, our reflection, and our breath. This podcast offers a brave space where you’ll be inspired to care for yourself, express your joy, and find moments to exhale—because we are no longer waiting to exhale.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to Ready to Exhale, a podcast centering the well-being of Black women. In each episode, we lift up Black women’s voices, learning from their stories, wisdom, and lived expertise. Together, we explore what it means to hold space for the fullness of who we are: our joy, our healing, our reflection, and our breath.
Ready to Exhale is hosted by Katara McCarty. The show has published 26 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "We Deserve More Than Self-Care" (23 October 2026, 33 minutes), "Filling Our Wells with Christine Platt" (17 June 2026, 60 minutes), and "Black Spiritual Care with Faith Hunter" (21 May 2026, 55 minutes).
Ready to Exhale publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across 26 episodes.
Booking probability for Ready to Exhale is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Ready to Exhale requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Ready to Exhale's contact route on record: verified email.
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Katara McCarty hosts Ready to Exhale, an education podcast with 26 episodes published.
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Episode #6
We Deserve More Than Self-Care What does it really mean for Black women to be well, not just to keep going, but to truly experience peace, joy, and a life that supports our well-being? In this solo episode of Ready to...
Episode #4
In this episode of Ready to Exhale , Katara sits down with Christine Platt to explore the powerful lessons from her new book, Less Is Liberation . Together, they discuss the importance of releasing what no longer serves...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of Ready to Exhale, Katara sits down with Faith Hunter for a grounding conversation on healing, spiritual well-being, and the power of returning to ourselves. A globally celebrated wellness guide and...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode of Ready to Exhale, Katara is joined by Latham Thomas—author, educator, and founder of Mama Glow—whose work is reshaping how we understand birth, postpartum care, and the well-being of mothers and...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode of Ready to Exhale, Katara is joined by Latham Thomas—author, educator, and founder of Mama Glow—whose work is reshaping how we understand birth, postpartum care, and the well-being of mothers and...
Episode #1
<p>In this episode of Ready to Exhale, Katara McCarty sits down with Dr. Raquel Martin, psychologist, educator, and thought leader in Black mental health and liberation psychology. Together they explore what it means to...
Episode #9
<p>In our final episode of Ready to Exhale for the year, Katara sits with you for a short solo reflection to gently close this season of conversation and care. This episode is a moment of gratitude for every listener...
Episode #8
<p>We’re honored to welcome back Dr. Gail Parker to the Ready to Exhale podcast for a powerful two-part conversation. Together, we explore what it means to care for our mental health before reaching the breaking point...
Episode #7
<p>We’re honored to welcome back Dr. Gail Parker to the Ready to Exhale podcast for a powerful two-part conversation. Together, we explore what it means to care for our mental health before reaching the breaking point...
Episode #6
<p>In this solo episode, Katara invites us to pause, breathe, and reflect on the urgent importance of prioritizing our mental health and well-being as Black women. Especially now.</p><p>She begins with grounding...
Episode #5
<p>Our host, Katara, sits down with the brilliant Tamara Winfrey-Harris, award-winning author of Dear Black Girl and The Sisters Are Alright.</p><p>In this conversation, Tamara reminds us that freedom isn’t a finish...
Episode #4
<p>Katara sits down with visionary leader <b>Vanessa Garrison</b>, co-founder of <b>GirlTrek</b>, the largest health nonprofit for Black women and girls in the U.S., with over one million walkers. Vanessa is reimagining...
Episode #3
<p>This month on Ready to Exhale, we’re joined by Dr. Lakeysha “Key” Hallmon - educator, entrepreneur, and author of No One Is Self-Made: Build Your Village to Flourish in Business and Life.</p><p>In this powerful...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode, Katara sits down with Kyra Epps for a heartfelt conversation on identity, legacy, and the power of staying grounded. Kyra—creative, producer, founder, and a woman deeply rooted in care—opens up about...
Episode #1
<p>We are thrilled to kick off a new season of <b>Ready to Exhale</b> with the incredible <b>Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette!</b></p><p>Dr. B is a trailblazer in education, leadership, and community impact. She made history...
Episode #10
<p>I sat down with Aseanté Renee, a colleague and healer. </p><p>A few days after the election, she asked me what emotions were loud for me. Her question caused me to pause and be with all of the emotions I was having...
Episode #9
<p>In this episode, I sat down with the lovely Octavia Raheem to discuss all things rest and her new book, Rest is Sacred, which is out now! As you will hear, Octavia is committed to herself, her family, community and...
Episode #8
<p>In this episode, Katara sits down with her friend Dr. Marlo D. David for a beautiful conversation to chat about how Black Women deserve space and time to think, to dream, and to reimagine our careers and lives. <br...
Episode #7
<p>In this episode our host Katara chats with Dr. Gail Parker to discuss race-based stress and trauma and ways we can heal and live thriving lives.<br /><br />Gail Parker, PhD., CIAYT, is an author, psychologist, yoga...
Episode #6
<p>In this episode, Katara engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Tonya Lewis Lee, the visionary behind Movita Organics. They delve into the concept that, as Black Women, we are in a constant battle and must...
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author of The Afro-minimalist's Guide to Living With Less, Antiracist Research & Policy Center
author, global wellness expert, creator of the Spiritually Fly™ Method
Master birth doula and wellness leader, Mama Glow Foundation
psychologist, educator, thought leader in Black mental health and liberation psychology, Martin Psychological Services
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