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Karen Hunter Is Awesome!
Some things just shouldn't be discussed on the radio. "This is my space to explore those topics," said Karen. Host of “The Hottest Show in the Galaxy” on SiriusXM (Ch. 126, M-F, 3-6 p.m. ET), Karen dives deep into everything from Bible prophesy to the purpose of race to what TV shows and movies we should be watching. This podcast also includes some of the most compelling interviews with some of the most awesome people of our time.
Episodes
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Fighting the Crisis of Reading with Short Nonfiction
Bestselling historian and author Kenneth C. Davis joins to discuss 'The World in Books: 52 Works of Great Short Nonfiction,' exploring how short, impactful…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Life Lesson: Perfect That One Move!
In this episode, Karen Hunter shares a valuable life lesson on the importance of discovering and mastering a single, unique talent, drawing inspiration from…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Scrubbing Out: Kevin McKidd on His Epic Grey’s Anatomy Exit
After 18 seasons as Dr. Owen Hunt, Kevin McKidd joins Karen Hunter to reflect on his emotional departure in the Season 22 finale—an episode he also…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Joy D. Calloway on Protecting the Black Woman’s Health Legacy
Joy D. Calloway, President and CEO of the Black Women’s Health Imperative, joins Karen Hunter to discuss the organization’s 40-year legacy of advocacy and…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Kemi Doll’s Blueprint for Reproductive Justice
Dr. Kemi Doll joins Karen Hunter to discuss her new book, A Terrible Strength, exposing the systemic medical neglect of Black women and providing a roadmap for…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!The Fibroid Slayer: Winning the Battle for Womb Wellness
Dr. Pierre Johnson sits down with Karen Hunter to discuss revolutionary approaches to treating uterine fibroids and why specialized care is essential for…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!The Period Doctor on Taking Control of Your Menstrual Health
Dr. Charis Chambers joins Karen Hunter to demystify menstrual health, breaking down the science of the cycle while empowering listeners to advocate for their…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Navigating Entrepreneurship and Reality TV with Pinky Cole
Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole Hayes opens up about her transparent journey through business restructuring and financial hardship, while explaining how her…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!The Hubris of Wealth
Karen Hunter and Tremell McKenzie (AKA: The Cashflow Coach) discuss a thought-provoking article by Noah Hawley in The Atlantic, exploring the concept of the…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Sunyatta Amen on the Herbs to Curb Your Sugar Addiction
Dr. Sunyatta Amen shares natural strategies to combat sugar addiction, discussing how herbs like ginseng and cinnamon can help regulate blood sugar levels and…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Rosemari Mealy Starts Her Day with Tea…Why?
Karen Hunter sits down with Dr. Rosemari Mealy to discuss her intentional health routine, including her transition from coffee to black tea to avoid…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Life Lesson: It's Okay To Ask For Help!
Drawing on her journey as a serial entrepreneur and the experiences of Pinky Cole, Karen Hunter explores the shift from a cynical view of professional…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Are You “Invincible”? A Discussion of the TV Series
Karen & Roderick Morrow share their experiences watching the Amazon Prime animated series Invincible, praising creator Robert Kirkman’s ability to refine the…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Roderick Morrow’s “Nerd” Origin Story
Roderick Morrow shares his "nerd origin story," recounting how a childhood fascination with comic books like The X-Men and Spider-Man evolved into a lifelong…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Are You Lonely? Dr. Sunyatta Amen Breaks Down the Health Implications
Dr. Sunyatta Amen joins Karen Hunter to discuss the "loneliness epidemic" identified by the Biden Administration's Surgeon General, explaining how social…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Use Your Imagination!
Drawing on lessons from a Stanford entrepreneurship exercise and the biblical parable of the talents, Karen Hunter and Tremell McKenzie (AKA: The Cashflow…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!May the Fourth Be With You! (A Fourth, 40-Day Update)
Check with Karen Hunter as her 40-Day Year continues! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Black Out Loud! My Interview with Author Geoff Bennett
Karen speaks with Peabody Award-winning journalist Geoff Bennett about his book 'Black Out Loud,' exploring the 1990s "Golden Age" of Black sitcoms, the…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Professor Justin McDaniel's Journey...Is This For Everyone? (Part 4)
In the fourth and final installment, Karen talks with Professor Justin McDaniel about the profound impact of intentional silence, the balance found in extreme…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Professor Justin McDaniel Was A Monk!? (Part 3)
In part three of her series with Professor Justin McDaniel, Karen learns about his time as a monk, and what was gained from that life-changing experience…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Getting to Know Professor Justin McDaniel (Part 2)
In part two of her series with Professor Justin McDaniel, Karen begins her deep dive of learning his story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Meeting Justin McDaniel - The Innovative Professor Helping Students Read More (Part 1)
Karen begins her four-part series with Prof. Justin McDaniel by sharing her first interview with him - learning about the ingenious methods he uses in his…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Celebrating Ourselves? Amber Cabral’s Powerful Message
On her very own birthday, Karen shares the unique way Amber Cabral uses her birthday to celebrate herself! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!I Always Love My Mama!
Karen continues to celebrate her 60th birthday week by honoring her mother! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Celebrating Earth Day with Master Farmer Leah Penniman
A portion of Karen Hunter's interview with Soul Fire Farm co-founder Leah Penniman about the vital intersection of food sovereignty, racial justice, and the…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Celebrate Yourself at EVERY Age!
Karen hosts an inspiring discussion on the precipice of her 60th birthday! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Life Lesson: Wendy Williams Told Me “Travel Alone, Travel Far” - Why I Disagree
Karen Hunter deconstructs the glamorous myth of solo soul-searching to explain why traveling far means nothing if you’re leaving your community—and your common…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!L. Michelle Smith on Scaling Black Church Wisdom into Corporate Mastery
Karen Hunter speaks with L. Michelle Smith, who reveals how the "call and response" of the Black church provides a blueprint for high-stakes leadership…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Seasonal Allergies…Why and How to Combat Them with Dr. Sunyatta Amen
Karen Hunter and Rene Syler team up with Dr. Sunyatta Amen to uncover the root causes of seasonal sniffles and share holistic, nature-based strategies for…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!What Do You Value? Howard French Looks Through History and Africa for the Answers
Howard French challenges our fundamental understanding of progress by tracing how African innovation and labor built the modern world, forcing a radical…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!“There’s a War on People!” - Howard French Discusses How We Got Here
Acclaimed journalist Howard French joins Karen to deconstruct the historical erasure of Africa’s role in global prosperity and explain how past exploitations…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Life Lesson: When Headed For a Wall, Steer Into The Crash!
Karen takes a provocative look at why embracing potential failure with intention is often the fastest way to regain control and find your next breakthrough…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Streaming the Culture: David Oyelowo’s Quest for Narrative Freedom
Karen Hunter welcomes the brilliant David Oyelowo to discuss his gripping new psychological thriller, Newborn, and his groundbreaking streaming platform…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Christian Gregory on The Cost of His Father's Activism (Part 2)
In the powerful conclusion of their conversation, Karen Hunter and Dr. Christian Gregory examine the grueling physical price Dick Gregory paid for his…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Christian Gregory on Sharing His Father's Legacy for New Generation (Part 1)
Karen Hunter kicks off a poignant two-part series with Dr. Christian Gregory, exploring the legacy of his father through the lens of a new children's book…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Rachel Swarns Reminds Us That They Prayed Over Slave Ships!
Karen Hunter sits down with Rachel Swarns for a provocative look at the harrowing historical intersections of faith and the slave trade, exposing the religious…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Christians Against Christianity?
Karen Hunter hosts a sharp, essential dialogue with Dr. Anthea Butler and Dr. Obery Hendricks on the internal ideological shifts and political contradictions…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!“Christianity Be Like…” (Karen Explores Her Faith)
As Easter is upon us, Karen Hunter takes a deeper dive into her spirituality. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Aja Raden Busts the Myth of Diamonds!
Jewelry designer and historian Aja Raden joins Karen Hunter alongside Seena Ghaznavi to explore the fascinating intersection of history, science, and human…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!The Sun Does NOT Rise: A Discussion On Perspective
Don’t be fooled...by your own perspective: Karen Hunter shares words of inspiration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Barbara Jordan: The Inquisitor! (What Would She Think About Her Country Today?)
Karen Hunter delves into the 2025 documentary The Inquisitor to explore the complex legacy of Barbara Jordan, examining the personal sacrifices and strategic…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee: The First But Not The Last!
In this episode, Karen Hunter sits down with trailblazing physician Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee to discuss her historic career as the first Black woman to dean a U.S…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Trailblazing On The Court: A Conversation with Gail Marquis
Join Karen Hunter with Kevin Powell for an inspiring discussion featuring Olympic silver medalist Gail Marquis as she reflects on her historic basketball…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Life Lesson: Steer Towards the Crash
Karen Hunter explores the counterintuitive power of confronting life's challenges head-on, sharing a personal story of how leaning into fear and uncertainty…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!That Time I Interviewed...Viola Liuzzo's Son
In this moving interview, Anthony Liuzzo reflects on the enduring legacy of his mother, Viola Liuzzo, a dedicated civil rights activist who made the ultimate…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!In a World Full of Horribleness, Be a Viola Liuzzo
Karen explores the radical courage of Viola Liuzzo's journey from a Detroit housewife to a civil rights martyr whose ultimate sacrifice catalyzed the Voting…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!40-Day Year Update: Staying Productive & Making Plans!
Karen Hunter reflects on her recent 40-day goal-setting journey and shares her experiences collaborating with high-profile celebrities on exciting new book…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Viola Davis’s Speech For the Ages!
Karen reflects on the words of gratitude and inspiration spoken by Viola Davis while receiving the NAACP Chairman’s Award for Excellence, Impact & Advocacy at…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Dr. Rosemari Mealy’s Lessons From Her Black Panther Days
Dr. Rosemari Mealy shares pivotal insights from her activism in the Black Panther Party, exploring how those foundational lessons in community organizing and…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!The Farmasis, Bonita Clemons - Helping Women Connect to the Land
"The Farmasis" Bonita D. Clemons joins Karen Hunter and Rene Syler for a transformative conversation on moving Black Americans closer to their agrarian roots…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Life Lessons: Iyanla Vanzant Shares Hers
In part two of her discussion with Karen Hunter, Iyanla Vanzant shares her most valuable life lesson with listeners. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Iyanla Vanzant Shares Her Rites of Passage
Life Coach Iyanla Vanzant sits down with Karen Hunter to share her Rites of Passage experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!One Battle After Another: 20 Years in the Making For This Moment
Karen Hunter and Roderick Morrow discuss the Oscar-nominated 'One Battle After Another,' and how a film 20 years in the making feels so relevant in modern…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Delroy Lindo Breaks Down with Lurie and Karen
Academy Award Nominated Actor Delroy Lindo sits down with Karen Hunter and Lurie Daniel Favors to discuss his groundbreaking performance in 'Sinners.' Hosted…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Jameela Jamil on the Impact of Patriarchy on Men
In today's episode, Karen Hunter reacts to a clip from actress & activist Jameela Jamil on the less spoken impact patriarchal societies have on men. Hosted by…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Gloria Steinem and Leymah Gbowee on Feminism and 'Rise, Girl, Rise!'
Karen Hunter shares her intense conversation with feminist icon Gloria Steinem & Nobel Prize Winner Leymah Gbowee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!What Is Feminism to Us Today?
Following her passionate discussion with Gloria Steinem & Leymah Gbowee (See Episode 327), Karen Hunter unpacks the meaning of feminism and her struggles with…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Owning the Room: Nia DaCosta Is In Charge!
In this episode, Karen Hunter shares a powerful clip with director Nia DaCosta that sparks a deep dive into the weight, authority, and nuances of being in…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Michelle Wolf is a Real One!
Karen shares her late 2025 interview with Comedian Michelle Wolf! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our…
Karen Hunter Is Awesome!Olivia A. Cole Has Something to Say
Karen shares some of her most recent discussion with Author Olivia A. Cole - detailing her wellness journey, desire to keep learning, and more! Hosted by…