In this first episode of Shelf Talk, I sit down with EJ, a book influencer who shares how romance and fiction have been more than just stories — they’ve been a source of comfort, healing, and hope during difficult times. We talk about how getting fully absorbed in a book can provide a much-needed escape, helping him process emotions, cope with challenges, and find the hope of love in both fiction and life. You can find him at: @the_bookboyfriend or @_bookboyfriend Your host is Jaclyn Ty...

In this episode, we explore the layers of intergenerational trauma—the emotional wounds and patterns silently passed from one generation to the next. Through the lens of depth psychology, we look at how unconscious material, family narratives, and ancestral experiences continue to shape the way we show up in everyday life. From relationship dynamics and self-worth struggles to the ways we cope with stress, these inherited imprints often linger beneath the surface. We also discuss pathways tow...

In this episode of the What If segment, we talk about what if our ancestors' wisdom could shape how we raise children? About our guest: Dr. Mercedes Samudio (she/her), DSW, LCSW, AfroNerd, and mental health advocate, empowers Black families through trauma-informed care, pop culture scholarship, and innovative healing frameworks. Founder of Shame Proof Parenting, she integrates geek culture and social justice into culturally responsive practices, mentorship, and clinician sup...

In this episode of the What If segment, we talk about what does it mean to be a shaman, can other people pratice shamanism, is it a vocation only, what does spiritual healing look like, and how to work with ancestors. About our guest: Mache Chache is a Shaman & Houngan Asogwe (Haitian Vodou High Priest) who has guided seekers on their spiritual paths for over a decade. As the owner of Kindred Spirits—one of North Carolina’s longest-standing spiritual communities and supp...