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Actress Laila Pruitt (BMF) joins Janeé and Meaghan to talk about growing up on set, finding balance as a working college student, and what legacy means to her right now. From Delta sisterhood to her directing dreams, Laila opens up about honoring her purpose and creating space for joy, rest, and the stories she wants to tell.

Affirmation of the episode: “When I lift others, I rise. My purpose is connected to the good I give.”

Episode 2: “Sensitivity Is My Superpower”

Recorded May 28, 2025 | Hosted by Janeé Bolden

Guest: Shanti Das | Co-Host: Meaghan

In this heart-centered episode of Hey Janeé, your host Janeé Bolden opens up about the joy of being seen and supported following the successful launch of the podcast. Joined by co-host Meaghan, the two celebrate their community’s love, reflect on the power of starting something new, and share their current energy check-in.

Then, we’re joined by the inspiring Shanti Das—legendary music executive turned mental health advocate and founder of Silence the Shame. From her days working with icons like Outkast, Prince, TLC, and Usher to her transformative work in wellness, Shanti shares what it really looks like to pivot with purpose. She opens up about protecting her peace, building new platforms like the MiBo Show podcast, and why choosing joy is revolutionary.

Also in this episode:

    •    Meaghan drops wisdom: “The perfect life doesn’t exist—but a good one does, and you get to decide what that means.”

    •    See, Stream, Skip: Janeé breaks down what to watch and what to walk away from—including Mission: Impossible, Rock the Block’s finale, and the troubling narratives surrounding Sean Combs.

    •    Behind the byline: Janeé shares the inspiration behind her latest Essence piece, The Rest Spot, exploring the importance of rest, boundaries, and balance.

    •    Mental Wellness Month spotlight: A real convo about burnout, boundary-setting, and how Shanti and Meaghan prioritize recovery and rest.

💬 Affirmation of the Week:

“Sensitivity is my superpower. I honor my emotions as signs of strength, not weakness. I feel deeply, and that is my gift.”

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🎧 Tap in now—and say “Hey Janeé!” back. Next week’s guest: Laila Pruitt, aka Nicole from BMF.

On the first episode of 'Hey Janeé' we meet entertainment journalist Janeé Bolden, celebrating her birthday and her new era as a full-time entrepreneur. In the episode, Janeé opens up about her personal milestone with show producer Meaghan Taylor and intern Zada Luby. The trio also discusses the Met Gala as a recent moment of Black Joy. Janeé discusses the new Netflix series "Forever." The pod also share thoughts on 'Sinners' before discussing Janeé's recent articles on NYC eatery Sei Less, Dream Machine's AI x Library project and "Temptation Island" breakout star Hashim Moore. Before closing out Janeé shares the affirmation for the week.