InnerViews
Episodes
The Amazing Begins to Outweigh the Terror: Entering the ‘It Gets Better’ Era
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of InnerViews, Ivory Bennett sits down with Nesta N. Johnson to explore what it means to reach an “It Gets Better” era after survi...
Artivism, Credible Messengers, and Community Power: Reclaiming Youth Voice in Brooklyn
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of InnerViews, Ivory speaks with Tashaun Sudlow and Sarah Robinson about youth voice, credible messengers, and community-led change in...
Love Shouldn’t Hurt: When Relationships Become About Survival
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
InnerViews is trying something new. In this special episode, we bring you the audio from Youth Voices Rising’s powerful webinar, Love Shouldn’t Hu...
Restoring Safety Within: What We’re Carrying Forward & What We’re Leaving Behind
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this restorative Season 3 premiere, host Ivory Bennett reunites with Dr. Alison Davis for a soulful conversation on renewal, emotional safety, and ...
Becoming the Woman I Am: Faith, Family & the Future
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful season finale, Ivory reflects on a transformative year—motherhood through kinship adoption, buying her first home, navigating love,...
Homeownership & Healing: Building Stability After Adversity
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of InnerViews, Ivory sits down with Realtor Joy Hill and Mortgage Banker David McGowan to discuss her journey to becoming a first-time...
Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of InnerViews, Destiny Jackson shares her journey of navigating foster care, homelessness, and life with Type 1 diabetes—al...
Breaking Cycles: Lakievia’s Journey from Juvenile Justice to Youth Advocacy
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of InnerViews, we sit down with Lakievia to explore her powerful story of resilience, transformation, and advocacy. From navigating th...
Faith, Food, and Freedom: Diaspora Wisdom with Nancy Konjo
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deliciously deep episode, we sit down with Nancy Konjo—author of From Jollof to Sweet Potato Pie and a faith-rooted justice advocate. We tal...
Mothering on Empty: Healing, Holding On, and Letting Go
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal and profoundly moving episode, host Ivory Bennett is joined by mental health professional Dr. Alison Davis for a candid conver...
Sisters, Systems & Sibling Rights: Advocacy Rooted in Experience
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, changemakers Isabel Stasa, Erica Hickey, and Lily Colby share how they transformed personal pain into public purpose through...
Balancing Healing, Hustle, and Humanity with Theron Ogedengbe
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ivory Bennett and special guest Theron Ogedengbe, a licensed therapist and powerhouse lived expert, unpack the delicate balance betwe...
Voices of Resilience: Foster Care Stories and Healing Journeys
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of InnerViews, Ivory Bennett sits down with Chaplain Dr. Kay Kizer — a trailblazing advocate and author — to discuss the ...
Unpacking Parentification: The Emotional Toll on Black Youth in Child Welfare
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett sits down with Montina Myers-Galloway, a licensed clinical mental health counselor, TEDx speaker, an...
Hope, Healing, and Breaking Cycles: Sensei Dave’s Mission to Empower At-Risk Youth
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of InnerViews, Sensei Dave shares his journey from foster care and juvenile detention to becoming a mentor, author, and advocate for a...
The Best of InnerViews, Season 1 Recap
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special "Best of Season 1" episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett revisits powerful moments from this year’s episodes. From hea...
Episode 10 – From Foster Care to Freedom: Jose A. Perez on Resilience, Art, and Advocacy
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On InnerViews, Ivory Bennett speaks with Jose A. Perez, winner of the 2024 Youth Voices Rising New York Op-Ed competition, for his poignant essay, Whe...
Episode 9 – Christina Abraham: Aging Out of Foster Care in NYC
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this compelling episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett talks with Christina Abraham about her journey as she aged out of the foster care system ...
Episode 8 – Navigating 17 Foster Homes and Breaking Barriers
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett sits down with Brittney Lee, who endured 17 foster homes over 17 years. Brittney shares her...
Episode 7 – Reclaiming Narratives & Choosing Happiness
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "InnerViews," join host Ivory Bennett in a real, raw conversation about reclaiming one’s narrative with New Yorker, Nat...
Episode 6 – Breaking Barriers: Nurturing Men's Mental & Emotional Well-Being
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this impactful episode of "InnerViews," join host Ivory Bennett in a candid conversation with Mike Ostien as they delve into the vital re...
Episode 5 – Empowerment Evolved: Thriving Beyond Trauma
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a transformative journey with Jas Snell on "InnerViews," as we delve into the empowering realm of healthy emotionality amidst trau...
Episode 4 – Breaking the Silence: Empowering Survivors of Assault in Care
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Ivory Bennett in an insightful conversation with Saunya Jones as they explore the complexities of healing from trauma, neglect, and abuse wi...
Episode 3 – Healing the Mind Heals the Body
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Ivory Bennett on InnerViews as she delves into the complex intersections of trauma, health, and empowerment with special guest Dalyce Wilson...
Episode 2 – Reclamation: A Journey of Healing through Reflection and Resilience
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in an illuminating episode of "InnerViews" as we delve into the profound topic of healing trauma through the lens of re-parenting, g...
Episode 1 – Healing Generations: Nurturing the Inner Child Through Reparenting - A Journey with Dr. Alison Davis
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the inaugural episode of "InnerViews," join host Ivory Bennett in a profound exploration of trauma, healing, and the well-being of Black ...
InnerViews: Episode 0
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to InnerViews! We have an incredible season ahead that we can't wait to share with you.