Colorful Affirmations: Chisa Pennix-Brown on Mental Wealth, Business & Being a Lifer

Join us for a powerful conversation in Afros & Audio’s Black History Month podcast series, featuring Chisa Pennix-Brown, creator of ‘Real Ass Affirmations’ and ‘Give it to the People.’ In this episode, Chisa shares her motivation behind creating her unique affirmation podcast, driven by personal loss and a desire to transform pain into a positive outlet.

She discusses striking a balance between mindfulness, humor, and real talk, and how her podcast resonates with diverse audiences. Chisa also talks about her entrepreneurial journey, her concept of ‘mental wealth,’ and the significance of community in supporting mental health and business growth. Tune in to hear inspiring stories and insights on personal growth, business, and the impact of staying true to oneself.

00:00 Introduction to HEARD Podcast Series 00:25 Creating Real Ass Affirmations 03:07 Balancing Humor and Insight 05:49 Mental Wealth and Entrepreneurship 14:15 Building a Community 15:20 Integrating Personal and Professional Life 23:03 Fueling Creativity and Staying Motivated 24:23 The Art of Batching Episodes 26:00 Connecting with a Live Audience 27:06 Planning for Live Events in 2025 29:48 The Black Biz Summit: Empowering Entrepreneurs 32:50 The Importance of Community and Support 42:03 Future Plans and Final Thoughts

Listen to Real Ass Affirmations podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/real-ass-affirmations–500038

Learn more about Chisa, visit: www.realassaffirmations.com

Follow Chisa: www.instagram.com/chisapennixbrown www.linkedin.com/in/ladybizness

Learn more about the 7th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, October 17-19, 2025 in Baltimore, MD: https://www.afrosandaudio.com

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DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by guests of Afros & Audio’s Black History Month interview series are their own and do not reflect the values, mission, or business of Talib Jasir, Afros & Audio, Black Podcasters Association, Vanguard Podcast Network, or any other names, podcasts, events, businesses, or organizations mentioned in the video or audio of this series unless explicitly stated.