Welcome to another episode of **On the Couch**, where we sit down, get honest, and unpack the stories that shape our lives and our communities. Today, we’re diving into a conversation that is as necessary as it is overdue—**Black History and why society continues to struggle with accepting our truth, our contributions, and our legacy**.**

Black History is American history, yet time and time again, we see our narratives minimized, sanitized, or erased. Today, we’re pulling that conversation onto the couch. We’re exploring the roots of this resistance, the impact it has on our collective identity, and the power of reclaiming our stories without apology.

This is about truth-telling, healing, and honoring the brilliance, resilience, and legacy of our people.

*“Welcome back to On the Couch Podcast, where healing, truth, and resilience take center stage. I’m your host, Dr. April Piercy, and today we are holding space for a conversation that embodies courage in its purest form.

We are honored to welcome two extraordinary women—Nyree Bailey and Sharon Allen—both powerful Breast Cancer Survivors whose stories remind us of the strength that rises even in our most challenging seasons. *Nyree and Sharon have walked through the storm and emerged with wisdom, grace, and a testimony that continues to inspire others.

Today, they join us to share their journeys, their victories, and the light they’ve chosen to carry forward.

**Show Intro: On the Couch with Dr. Diamond & Friends**

Welcome back to another powerful episode of *On the Couch with Dr. Diamond and Friends*, where real conversations meet real transformation. This week, we’re honored to welcome a special guest whose journey, wisdom, and leadership have been impacting lives across communities.Joining us on the couch is **Michael A. Wiggins**, widely known as *Coach Mike*—a Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker with the Maxwell Leadership Team, and the founder of Progressive Traditions Leadership and Coaching.

With over 25 years of experience in leadership development, coaching, and instructional design, Coach Mike brings a unique blend of insight, authenticity, and heart.He’s opening up about reinvention, resilience, and what it truly means to start over—especially when life pushes you into a new chapter you didn’t see coming. His story is powerful, his mission is inspiring, and his perspective is exactly what so many people need to hear right now.

So settle in, get comfortable, and join us for a conversation that promises to challenge, uplift, and empower. This is *On the Couch with Dr. Diamond and Friends*—and we’re just getting started.