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How to Stop Comparing Yourself with Elyse Fox of Sad Girls Club Jul 01, 2025

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#298: We all know comparison is the thief of joy, but what does it mean to truly embody a comparison-free life?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Elyse Fox, filmmaker, writer, and founder of Sad Girls Club to unpack and dismantle comparison.

Along the way, we also discuss Elyse’s journey of self-discovery, what it means to build community, how she’s redefining success on her own terms, and how you can too. Tap in for candid insights on mental health, entrepreneurship, and making space for joy.

We Also Talk About…

Elyse’s mental health journey and how it led to the creation of Sad Girls Club
Why it’s okay to not have all the answers
How vulnerability led to building a global community
The power of asking for help, creating boundaries, and the importance of accepting support
What it’s like running a nonprofit and leading a dynamic team

Resources:

Follow Elyse on Instagram @elyse.fox
Follow Sad Girls Club on Instagram @sadgirlsclub
Check out Elyse’s podcast, The End of an Era
Connect with Les and Elyse’s Executive Coach Tori Lazar on Instagram @torilazar

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How to Be More Lucky: Lucky Girl Commandments You Need to Thrive [Solo] Jun 24, 2025

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#297: Calling all lucky girls—time to get in formation.

If your 2025 has gotten off to a rocky start or you’re looking to call in more lucky energy, this episode is for you. I’m sitting down solo to talk about our lucky girl commandments—the roadmap to follow for feeling more aligned and lucky. Hit play and get ready to thrive.

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How to Create Your Dream Career with Candace Marie Jun 17, 2025

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#296: We don’t wait for lucky breaks in our careers—we create them.

In this episode, I’m sitting down with social media consultant, creative, and educator Candace Marie about creating your own luck in your career by having a clear vision and leveraging relationships.

This conversation will leave you feeling inspired to take action on your next big idea.

We Also Talk About…

Candace’s transition from finance, to luxury fashion, to entrepreneurship
How to build a strong personal brand
Why authentic relationship-building is crucial for your career
How to make a smooth transition into a new industry
Ways to embrace more creativity in your everyday life
How to use social media as a tool for your success
Navigating growth in corporate spaces

Resources:

Follow Candace on Instagram @marie_mag_
Check out Candace’s social media guide and challenge 75 Not-So-Hard
Master brand partnerships with Candace’s course, The Art of Partnerships
Learn more about Candace’s organization, Black in Corporate
Download my free Best Case Scenario Journal Template

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Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
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Dr. Judith Joseph On Understanding High-Functioning Depression & How to Reclaim Your Joy Jun 10, 2025

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#295: The times we look like we have it all together can actually be the moments we’re struggling the most. When we’re busy creating our own luck, we can miss the signs that it’s time to tend to our mental and emotional well-being.

In today’s episode I’m sitting down with Dr. Judith Joseph, MD, MBA. Dr. Judith is a board-certified psychiatrist, researcher and award-winning content creator who specializes in mental health and trauma.

We discuss why the commonly understood signs of depression don’t tell the whole story, the ins and outs of high-functioning depression, and how to overcome it and reclaim your joy.

We Also Talk About…

The hidden signs of high-functioning and hidden depression.
Understanding anhedonia, or lack of joy, and how to work through it.
Why high-achieving women are more susceptible to high-functioning depression.
How to tend to your mental health when the state of the world feels hectic and overwhelming.

Resources:

Check out Dr. Judith’s book High-Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy
Follow Dr. Judith on Instagram @drjudithjoseph
Follow Dr. Judith on TikTok @drjudithjoseph
Check out Dr. Judith’s podcast, The Vault
Download my free Best Case Scenario Journal Template

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Dipsea: Dipsea is the female-founded app for spicy audiobooks and more. Go to dipseastories.com/balanced to start your 30-day free trial!

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com

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How to Be Lucky in Love with Francesca Hogi Jun 03, 2025

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#294: Ready to be lucky in love?

Today I’m sitting down with Francesca Hogi, former corporate lawyer turned matchmaker turned love coach. She’s also an author, TED Speaker, and host of the relationship podcast Dear Franny where she facilitates uncommon questions about love.

Francesca and I discuss ways to heal and tap into your lucky energy to call in and sustain aligned partnership.

We Also Talk About…

How to feel more lucky everyday
Overcoming self-sabotage in relationships
Why you don’t need to be fully healed to find love
Popular dating advice you shouldn’t adhere to and what to do instead

Resources:

Follow Francesca on Instagram @dearfranny
Follow Francesca’s podcast on Instagram @dearfrannypodcast
Read Francesca’s new book, How to Find True Love: Unlock Your Romantic Flow and Create Lasting Partnerships
Check out Francesca’s podcast Dear Franny

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Opill: Opill is birth control in your control, and you can use code BALANCEDLES for 25% off your first month at www.opill.com.
Dipsea: Dipsea is the female-founded app for spicy audiobooks and more. Go to dipseastories.com/balanced to start your 30-day free trial!
IM8: IM8’s Daily Ultimate Essentials is my go-to drink for getting all the nutrients I need. Go to IM8health.com/lucky and use code LUCKY for a free welcome kit, five free travel packs, and 10% off your order.

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com

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How to Do Just A Little Bit More to Reach Your Goals + Post-Rebrand Updates [Solo] May 27, 2025

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#293: Today I’m sitting down for a casual solo episode spilling the tea on how things are going post-rebrand, and sharing my favorite new hack for getting things done when I feel like crashing out.

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Medtronic is spreading awareness about the importance of talking about women’s heart health. Visit alettertomymother.com to learn more.
IM8’s Daily Ultimate Essentials is my go-to drink for getting all the nutrients I need. Go to IM8health.com/lucky and use code LUCKY for a free welcome kit, five free travel packs, and 10% off your order.

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com

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From Idea to Sephora: How Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye Built Ami Colé Into a Cult-Favorite Beauty Brand May 20, 2025

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#292: If you need inspiration to focus, this episode is it.

Today I’m sitting down with Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye, founder of cult favorite beauty brand Ami Colé, to break down the real, unfiltered journey of bringing a big idea to fruition. From growing up at her mother’s salon to working at beauty giants like Glossier and L’Oréal, Diarrha shares how purpose, identity, and intention shaped every step of her path.

We talk about why the ability to focus is the most important skill you need, and how Diarrha is pushing the beauty industry to evolve by creating a brand that centers authenticity and celebrates all shades of beauty.

We Also Talk About…

Diarrha’s journey from working in corporate beauty to founding her own beauty brand.
The key strategies for transitioning from an direct-to-consumer business to expanding into retail stores like Sephora.
The best way to support your favorite indie brands.
Tips for time management as a founder: balancing your focus between product development, marketing, and operations.
The secrets to successful content creation that resonates with your audience and strengthens your brand’s identity.

Resources:

Follow Diarrha on Instagram
Follow Ami Colé on Instagram
Visit https://www.amicole.com/ to order your favorite beauty products
Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les
Check out my new brand Spacious Rituals and get your virtual planner for 2025!

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com

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How Imani Ellis Turned a Living Room Meetup into a Cultural Empire May 13, 2025

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#291: What does it mean to have true influence, and how can you tap into it?

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Imani Ellis, the mastermind and founder of CultureCon and The Creative Collective NYC, about how a few small gatherings in her apartment turned into a massive cultural movement.

With years of experience bringing creatives together, Imani opens up about what it really takes to build with intention—without all the noise.

She shares her blueprint for staying true to yourself, building real connections, and creating lasting influence in a world that’s often focused on instant attention.

We also talk about…

Imani’s journey from corporate PR to founding CultureCon and The Creative Collective NYC
The difference between chasing clout and creating a lasting impact
What it takes to cultivate trust and build real influence in today’s digital age
How to stay true to yourself while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship
Imani’s approach to supporting creatives and fostering a sense of belonging in the industry
The power of community and collaboration in creative spaces

Resources:

Follow Imani on Instagram @imaniimani
Follow CultureCon on Instagram @CultureCon and get details for the CultureCon Conference (October 4-5 in Brooklyn) at theccnyc.com/culturecon
Follow The Creative Collective on Instagram @theccnyc
Check out Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey
Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les
Check out my new brand Spacious Rituals and get your virtual planner for 2025!

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at: balancedblackgirl.com

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Stop Humbling Yourself: Owning Your Confidence with Alexis Barber May 06, 2025

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#290: Why do successful, confident women seem to get hate for taking up space?

Today I’m bringing back content creator, podcast host of Too Smart for This, and founder of Too Collective, Alexis Barber, to chat about the burnout that comes with juggling multiple careers, what it takes to build a luxury brand, and how to deal with spaces that still question the value of female success.

From dealing with hate comments to redefining what it means to be “relatable,” we talk about feeling the pressure to stay small while reaching for big dreams. Whether you’ve been told you’re too smart, or too ambitious, you’re just getting started.

We Also Talk About…

How Alexis built a luxury brand while navigating the pressures of maintaining a full-time corporate career
The realities of burnout when you’re balancing multiple careers and passions
The impact of hate comments and the challenges of staying confident as a woman in business
Redefining what “relatable” really means in a world that expects women to shrink
Why being unapologetically ambitious is necessary—and how to own it

Resources:

Follow Alexis on Instagram @alexisbarber
Follow Too Collective on Instagram @toocollective
Listen to Alexis' podcast Too Smart for This
Check out Too Smart for This: A Journal to Build Self-Trust and Stop Settling for Less Than You Deserve by Alexis Barber
Subscribe to Too Collective on Substack
Check out my new brand Spacious Rituals and get your virtual planner for 2025!

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com

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Choosing Alignment Over Ambition with Daria Burke Apr 29, 2025

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#289: What if success isn’t about climbing higher, but about getting closer to yourself?

In this episode, I sit down with Daria Burke—former CMO, writer, and possibility model—to talk about choosing alignment over ambition, creating space to heal, and honoring your gifts even when they aren’t profitable.

We talk about her bold decision to step away from high-powered titles, how somatic practices helped her reconnect with herself, and why radical honesty became the foundation of her memoir Of My Own Making.

We Also Talk About…

Why Daria chose to step away from her CMO role
What it means to give yourself permission not to want certain accolades
How to meet high expectations while giving yourself grace
How somatic practices can help your healing
Why being unrelatable is a good thing

Resources:

Follow Daria on Instagram @dariaburke
Check out Of My Own Making: A Memoir by Daria Burke
Check out Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les
Check out my new brand Spacious Rituals and get your virtual planner for 2025!

Keep in touch:

Follow on IG: @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Follow on TikTok @shessoluckypod @lesalfred
Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.com

Sponsors:

Nutrafol | Get stronger, healthier hair with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering $10 OFF your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to nutrafol.com and enter promo code BALANCEDLES.
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Nuuly | Upgrade your wardrobe by subscribing to Nuuly. Nuuly is a great value at $98 for any 6 styles, but right now you can get $28 off your first month when you sign up visit Nuuly.com and use the code BALANCEDLES.
The RealReal | The RealReal is attainable luxury that upgrades your personal style. Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/LUCKY
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