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Deeply Well Where higher consciousness meets the complexity of being human.
Hosted by Well-Being Master Teacher and multi-disciplinary healer Devi Brown, Deeply Well is a soft place to land for those navigating the quiet, courageous work of becoming whole. Through soul-expanding conversations, guided meditations, and our signature Soul Work, each episode explores what it truly means to heal, to rewire, and to return—to your body, your truth, and your unique path. Created for the seekers, the sensitives, the creatives, and anyone reclaiming peace in a world that often overwhelms, Deeply Well invites you into presence, clarity, and self-mastery—one breath, one practice, one guest at a time.
Devi Brown is the founder of Devi Brown Well-Being, former Chief Impact Officer at Chopra Global, and the author of Living in Wisdom and Crystal Bliss. Her work honors the sacred complexity of healing and guides you gently back to yourself—again and again.
Hosted by Well-Being Master Teacher and multi-disciplinary healer Devi Brown, Deeply Well is a soft place to land for those navigating the quiet, courageous work of becoming whole. Through soul-expanding conversations, guided meditations, and our signature Soul Work, each episode explores what it truly means to heal, to rewire, and to return—to your body, your truth, and your unique path. Created for the seekers, the sensitives, the creatives, and anyone reclaiming peace in a world that often overwhelms, Deeply Well invites you into presence, clarity, and self-mastery—one breath, one practice, one guest at a time.
Devi Brown is the founder of Devi Brown Well-Being, former Chief Impact Officer at Chopra Global, and the author of Living in Wisdom and Crystal Bliss. Her work honors the sacred complexity of healing and guides you gently back to yourself—again and again.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 8min
You Are Chosen with Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon
In this episode of The Deeply Well Podcast, host Devi Brown shares space with the inspiring Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon - a visionary, author, and the force behind The Village Market. Together, they hold an honest and soul-centered conversation about what it means to lead, heal, and build with intention, especially within the Black community. Dr. Key opens up about her journey of creating spaces that center Black-owned businesses and why integrity has remained at the core of everything she does. From her personal rituals to her philosophy on leadership, she reminds us that healing isn't just personal, it's collective. It's about building ecosystems where we all feel seen, supported, and safe enough to grow. They talk about the necessity of self-care, not just as a trend but as a spiritual and emotional lifeline. The conversation touches on spiritual hygiene, burnout, and the quiet strength required to lead with love and purpose in today’s world. This episode is filled with practical wisdom, affirmations, and reminders that you are powerful, and that purpose can feel both grounded and expansive when we move in community. Connect: @DeviBrown @DrKeyHallmon Learn More: DrKeyHallmon.com UPCOMING EVENTS: DeeplyWell.com MENTAL WHEALTH EXPO - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH IN NEW JERSEY And don't forget to write a review wherever you purchase your copy of Living in Wisdom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 2025 • 40min
Small Intentional Choices with Devi Brown
In this soft and soul-filled episode of Deeply Well, with Devi’s signature warmth and presence, she opens up about what’s been living in her heart lately: from precious moments with her seven-year-old son to the joy she finds in creating beauty through interior design, and the deep fulfillment of engaging in community with purpose. She shares the richness of a recent trip to Martha’s Vineyard and invites listeners into her world from motherhood, creativity, to sacred service. This episode is also a loving reminder that transformation doesn’t always happen in big leaps; sometimes it unfolds in small, intentional choices. Devi shares news on upcoming events and conversations where she’ll be speaking on healing, self-discovery, and the importance of tending to our inner world. Concluding with the traditional soul-work, this week asks you to remain open to the guidance that shows up along your path of growth, and to trust that you, too, are being called to serve in ways that are meaningful, unique, and aligned. Previous Episode: Protecting Your Peace with Nina Parker Learn More: Sloan Stephens Foundation UPCOMING EVENTS: DeeplyWell.com MENTAL WHEALTH EXPO - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH IN NEW JERSEY And don't forget to write a review wherever you purchase your copy of Living in WisdomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 11, 2025 • 44min
REPLAY - Integrity in Love, Friendship, & Leadership: What It Really Means.
Today we delve further into the concept of integrity, exploring its significance in personal growth, relationships, and community. Devi shares personal anecdotes and insights on how integrity serves as a foundation for a fulfilling life, encouraging listeners to take a moment to journal and reflect on their own practices and relationships, both romantic and in friendship. With the elections approaching here in the states, it’s also imperative that we examine our potential leaders and how they exemplify integrity before committing our vote to any candidate. Connect: @DeviBrown Learn More and Visit Merch Shop: DeviBrown.com Subscribe: Devi Brown’s YouTube ChannelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 19min
Creating Beauty with Brandie Freely
In this tender and soul-stirring episode of Deeply Well, Devi is joined by the luminous Brandie Freely, a writer, transformation doula, and visionary whose work sits beautifully at the intersection of creativity, healing, and spiritual alignment. Brandie’s journey is rooted in helping others return to themselves, guiding women through life’s transitions with honesty, compassion, and a deep reverence for inner truth. Together, Brandie and Devi explore what it means to live freely and create intentionally while nourishing the parts of us that often go unseen. Brandie, the author of Sundays and Other Musings, shares her path of crafting a life anchored in authenticity and sacred creativity. She’s an intimate moment of self-reflection regarding the realities of aging and the beauty found in a simpler approach to life. It takes courage to slow down, savor ordinary moments, and choose mental and emotional well-being , especially when life feels complex and demanding. Filled with Brandie’s wisdom and grounded sincerity, this episode is an invitation to soften, reconnect with your inner self, and embrace the transformative power of honoring aging, womanhood, and the beautiful moments of right now; because there is always beauty if we practice giving It our attention. Connect @DeviBrown Read: Sundays + Other Musings: Notes On Well-Living Learn More: BrandieFreely.com Order: "Living in Wisdom" Now Available!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 21, 2025 • 58min
REPLAY - Healing Our Relationships with Dr Thema Bryant
Today, Devi engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Thema Bryant, a renowned psychologist, ordained minister, and professor of psychology at Pepperdine University. They explore the interconnectedness of trauma, faith, and healing, emphasizing the importance of holistic approaches to mental health. Dr. Bryant shares her insights on how relationships shape our emotional well-being, the cultural differences in processing trauma, and the power of truth in healing. The discussion highlights the need for self-acceptance and the reclamation of one's identity beyond trauma, ultimately encouraging listeners to acknowledge their growth and potential. Relationships can nourish us or destroy us. Understanding the pitfalls of pursuing love and why we seek certain relationships creates patterns, if we are willing to examine these patterns it can help us to face our truth. Connect @DeviBrown @DeeplyWellPod @Dr.Thema Learn More Dr Thema Bryant Learn More and Order Dr. Thema's New Book, "Matters of the Heart"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 8, 2025 • 31min
The Energetic Potential of Summer with Devi Brown
In this intimate solo episode of Deeply Well, Devi opens up about a part of her story — the journey from broadcast journalism to the creation of this very podcast, which began as Dropping Gems. What started as a shift in career eventually became a full-circle return to her truth. Devi reflects on what it meant to unlearn the polished performance of traditional media and reclaim her authentic voice, one rooted in softness, presence, and real connection. This episode is an offering for anyone who’s ever felt the call to pivot, to let go of perfection, and to trust their own becoming. She speaks candidly about the discomfort of stepping away from who the world expected her to be, the growth that comes from choosing vulnerability, and the sacredness of showing up as your whole imperfect self. She also shares updates regarding her sabbatical, the creative projects coming soon, and some gentle wisdom about planning for the future while staying grounded in the present moment. This is a love note to your evolution. A reminder that your path is yours alone, and that even when it feels unfamiliar or nonlinear, it is still deeply worthy and divinely guided. Learn More: DeviBrown.com Connect @DeviBrown Order: "Living in Wisdom" Now Available!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 12min
Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us with Anna Malaika Tubbs
In this episode of Deeply Well, we explore the sacred and often overlooked virtue of honor, what it means, how it shows up in our lives, and the powerful ripple effect it creates in our relationships, communities, and sense of self. Joining the conversation is the brilliant author and advocate Anna Malaika Tubbs, whose work centers around legacy, lineage, and the untold stories of those who came before us. Together, we dive into the meaning of honoring, not just as a concept, but as a daily practice. From honoring our ancestors to honoring our own boundaries, this conversation invites you to reflect on the ways reverence and remembrance can shape a more intentional life. Anna shares heartfelt wisdom and poignant quotes from her journey, offering profound perspectives on what it means to carry the torch of those who came before us, and how to do it with grace, truth, and integrity. This episode is a beautiful focus on remembrance, presence, and how the act of honoring can serve as a compass for healing and purpose. Learn More AnnaMalaikaTubbs.com Connect @DeviBrown @AnnaMalaikaTubbs Order: "Living in Wisdom" DeviBrown.com Now Available!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 5min
Taking Time to Date GOD with Andy Allo
In this nourishing episode of Deeply Well, Devi sits down with the radiant Andy Allo - a multi-hyphenate artist whose creativity flows through music, acting, and the sacred art of cooking. Together, we explore how storytelling shows up in various forms: in lyrics, in lineage, and in the meals we prepare for the people we love. Andy opens up about her journey, embracing her many gifts and the spiritual connection she’s found through food, especially through her Cameroonian pop-up restaurant, Akone. With every dish, she honors her cultural legacy while creating space for healing and joy. We talk about food as prayer, as memory, and as a bridge that connects one to another. Allo and Devi elaborate on how trusting the unknown and surrendering to divine inspiration can open doors to magic we never saw coming. Andy shares stories of working alongside icons like Prince, the power of going on “dates with God,” and the self-care rituals that keep her grounded. Have you dedicated time to date, GOD? We also reflect on life after death, and the final season of UPLOAD on Amazon Prime, Andy shines in this futuristic sci-fi comedy series set in 2033, that explores the digital afterlife, life’s meaning and the challenges of a romance between a living person (Nora aka Andy Allo) and an upload (Nathan aka Robbie Amell) who’s consciousness now lives on a server. It’s hilarious, but heartfelt. Connect @DeviBrown @DeeplyWellPod @AndyAllo Watch: UPLOAD on Amazon Prime Join: Chef Allo at the Stoller Pacific Northwest Eggfest in Dayton, OR on July 12th Read "Living in Wisdom" DeviBrown.com Now Available!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 1min
REPLAY - The Power of Travel: Insights from Jessica Nabongo
Jessica Nabongo, the first black woman to travel to every country in the world joins Devi to discuss the complexities of navigating relationships while traveling., cultural differences, and the lessons learned from global travel. Jessica shares her journey, the importance of living in the present, and how her travels have shaped her understanding of humanity, love, and fear. The discussion emphasizes the power of connection and kindness in a diverse world. In addition, more profound themes of humanity, dignity, karma, love, grief, and self-discovery through the lens of travel and personal experiences are also explored. Finally, they emphasize the importance of interrogating fears and living freely as a form of soul work. Connect @DeviBrown @DeeplyWellPod @JessicaNabongo Visit: JessicaNabongo.com Learn More and Pre-Order Devi's New Book, "Living in Wisdom" DeviBrown.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 12, 2025 • 56min
REPLAY - Safe Spaces for the Soul & Self - Advocacy with Willie Greene & We The Urban
In this episode, Devi Brown engages in a profound conversation with Willie Greene, founder of We The Urban. We The Urban is a sanctuary for millions of people offering beautiful reminders for the soul; celebrating self-love, and personal growth, and boosting your power daily! The conversation explores themes of mental health, creativity, and the responsibilities that come with being a voice for the marginalized. Willie shares his journey of founding We The Urban, the challenges of navigating bipolar disorder, and the importance of self-care. The discussion highlights the power of community, the gifts of mental health struggles, and the legacy of Black creators throughout history. Devi & Willie reflect on the pendulum of social progress, the necessity of standing up for humanity, the balance between darkness and light in life, and the evolution of digital culture towards kindness. Connect: @DeviBrown @WillieGreene_ Learn More: WeTheUrban.com Visit the Merch Shop: DeviBrown.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.