About the Wise Black Nanas Podcast
Helping to find direction and solutions with coaching support that is built on a foundation of lived experience, professional education and expertise, and two lifetimes of managing and mothering using everyday language and situations that we all encounter, get stuck in, and often stay stuck in.
Part coaching, part HR, part suggestions, you are encouraged to learn from their shared perspectives, acquired wisdom, cross-generational insight, and their take on life’s very tough topics while they provide thoughtful, caring and sometimes humorous lessons.
Life Coaching “Between the Dash”
Meet the Nanas
Sharla M. Walker PhD, CPC, CPRC
Wise Black Nana
A Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Certified Professional Recovery Coach (CPRC), and Human Resources Professional, has had the opportunity to work in several industries at all levels within organizations of diverse interests and personnel. Describes herself as a person who craves change and evolution. Believes and practices that desires and goals can change in life. Just because you achieve one goal does not mean that more are not allowed to follow. Further believes that when we achieve a goal, we will always, consciously, or subconsciously, start working on the next one. Founder of SMWalkerCoaching. A native of California, retired and now living in Fort Worth, Texas, holds a doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership. Believes that the human experience is a mixture of calculation and randomness. She quotes “all my experiences are what make me human and whole. I have learned from my life lessons, and I continue to grow”.
Learn more about Dr. Sharla at her Life Coaching website, SMWalkerCoaching.com.
Joanne Early MS, CPC, CPRC, SHRM-CPC
Wise Black Nana
A Certified Life Coach, Recovery Coach, Addiction Awareness Facilitator, Certified Human Resources Professional with over 45 years of Business and Professional experience in multiple industries. Known to friends and colleagues as the “Queen of Second Acts”, who cannot remain retired, embraces change, opportunity, relocations, and relationships with a generous douse of “Yeah, I can do that.” Founded Jo Early Coaching LLC. Believes in continuous learning, diversity and equity, power of maturity. A native Floridian, she has lived and worked most of adult life in California, consulted in the Tampa and Orlando areas, Oakland and East Bay (San Francisco Bay Area), and is a proud graduate of the University of San Francisco, avid volunteer in community efforts and programs. She lists reading, chocolate and travel with friends as her most favorite things. Responds to all Nana questions from children, their children, friends and friends of their children.
Learn more about Coach Joanne at her Life Coaching website, JoEarlyCoaching.com.
Rave Reviews
The Nanas love the listeners and it goes both ways!
…Just finished listening to your latest podcast, you guys are great….!!! Such a blessing to hear our sister’s thoughts!!
I listen during my commute, I love the stories, your voices are so soothing, helps me concentrate and focus on the drive.
Listen
Hear the Wise Black Nanas on your favorite podcast channel or listen below!
Latest Episodes
About Stigma
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 44:34 — 41.0MB) | Embed
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube Music | RSS | More
Wise Black Nanas talk about Stigma by sharing a very personal story about divorce and moving forward. What does Joanne do? And how did it affect her? Why Wise Black Nanas think it’s an important topic to talk about. Through listening to them talk candidly, hear how Stigma can and does impact what we say and do, how we feel and act.
Introducing Wise Black Nanas
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 23:48 — 35.3MB) | Embed
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube Music | RSS | More
Meet the Nanas. Who are Dr. Sharla and Joanne? And why make a Podcast? Take inspiration in hearing about what keeps them going, as they share a lot of their lives with you through deep and personal stories. Who motivated and inspired them? Who were their influencers? What lessons might they share for today? In their coming shows, Wise Black Nanas talk about family, home and work, tough situations and topics, love and support. Wise Black Nanas are not perfect, don’t have all the answers, at least, not all of the time.
Wise Black Nanas Trailer
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:37 — 1.7MB) | Embed
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube Music | RSS | More
Dive into the wisdom of Wise Black Nanas as they share powerful, heart-centered stories from their rich life experiences. Join these incredible Black Women and their special guests in candid conversations that serve as a source of coaching and support for women navigating life and work challenges. Explore tough topics with a blend of reflection, compassion, and an authentic touch, all delivered in everyday language that feels like a heartening chat between two Nanas. Get ready for a podcast filled with mystery, intrigue, drama, tears and lots of humor, as you embark on an uplifting journey through real experiences and genuine advice.
Stay in Touch
Stay in touch with the Nanas and be the first to know about new episodes!
Also, receive the free eBook:
Guide to Life’s Toughest Decisions
Enter your email below!
