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The ladder may be broken, but Black women are building launchpads. Pink Parachute Diaries is the unapologetic podcast for ambitious sisters who’ve been handed pink slips instead of golden parachutes—and decided to fly anyway. Hosted by E.R. Spaulding, powerhouse behind BlackWoman Startup, each week spotlights fearless trailblazers rewriting the rules of career, power, and purpose. From C-suite leaders who walked away from toxic boardrooms to creatives turning side hustles into full-blown empires, these are the stories behind the pivots, the passion, and the quiet power moves. You’ll get real-talk strategy, behind-the-scenes lessons, and bold confessions about the climb, the crash, and the comeback. Expect smart side-eye, belly laughs, and wisdom you can actually use—because your next move deserves more than motivational fluff. The vibe? Grounded, grown, and game-changing. These diaries are a reckoning—and a rally cry. Press play and pack your parachute, Sis. We’re not falling—we’re flying.
Episodes
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
In this episode, we explore how mental health in Black communities can move beyond crisis management to become a daily act of self-preservation and resistance. Drawing on powerful insights and real-world examples, we discuss the impact of systemic stressors, the importance of culturally competent care, and practical strategies for building supportive networks and daily rituals. Discover why tending to your mental wellbeing is not just personal care, but a revolutionary act that transforms individuals, communities, and systems.
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
This episode challenges the outdated narratives surrounding single Black women, spotlighting their immense cultural and economic influence. Inspired by Chanda Womack’s transformative work, we explore how single Black women are not waiting for validation—they are thriving, innovating, and redefining luxury, legacy, and liberation on their own terms. Discover how embracing independence is not just a personal act, but a collective revolution, and learn how you can help amplify these powerful stories and shift the conversation from lack to abundance.
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
This episode explores the transformative power of breaking silence within Black communities, focusing on how sharing personal truths can lead to healing, connection, and collective liberation. Through the stories of women who have turned vulnerability into strength, we examine the high cost of isolation and the revolutionary impact of authentic storytelling. Tune in to discover how intentional communities and supportive spaces empower individuals to reclaim their voices, foster belonging, and inspire systemic change.
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
The Revolutionary Power of Authenticity at Work: Inspired by Jacquie Collins
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Discover how embracing authenticity is transforming the professional landscape for Black professionals. Inspired by insights from Jacquie Collins, this episode explores the power of reclaiming your story, building intentional communities, and choosing courage over conformity. Learn how sharing your truth and supporting others can spark revolutionary change in workplaces and beyond. Step into your power, disrupt the status quo, and imagine what’s possible when you show up as your full self.
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of speaking your truth and how unapologetically owning your voice can create ripples of change in communities. Discover how sharing authentic experiences breaks cycles of silence, challenges harmful systems, and builds bridges for others to rise. Through stories of resilience and leadership, learn why your voice is not just powerful—it’s essential for collective healing, cultural shift, and lasting transformation.
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Authenticity as Revolution: Healing, Community, and Power Inspired by Persia McLeod
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
In this episode, we explore how embracing authenticity can become a revolutionary act of healing and empowerment, especially for Black women navigating professional spaces. Inspired by wisdom shared by Persia McLeod, we discuss the transformative power of showing up fully as yourself, the importance of community, and how sharing your story can turn isolation into connection. Discover practical steps to begin your healing journey, redefine success on your own terms, and inspire others to do the same by honoring your truth.
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Explore how redefining success can lead to true fulfillment in spaces not built for you. Inspired by Nichelle Bowes’ journey, this episode challenges the pursuit of external validation and offers powerful insights on embracing authenticity, prioritizing well-being, and building resilient communities. Discover real-world strategies for thriving on your own terms and transforming professional spaces through collective empowerment and intentional leadership.
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Discover how redefining rest can transform leadership and fuel liberation. This episode explores the revolutionary insights of Savitri R. Matthews, highlighting how centering rest, automation, and clarity challenges burnout culture and empowers Black women leaders. Through real-world examples, learn why designing organizations for wholeness isn’t just self-care—it’s a radical act of justice that multiplies impact and sustains change.

Want To Be Featured?
If you’ve flipped a pink slip into a personal flight plan—and you’re bold enough to share the real story behind your pivot to power—then your voice belongs on Pink Parachute Diaries. We’re gathering trailblazers willing to unpack the highs, lows, and late‑night leaps that turned free‑fall into altitude, so our community can learn, laugh, and rise together.
Ready to add your story to the conversation?
We’d be honored to hold space for you.
