The Introvert Sisters LIVE! is a podcast hosted by Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall, two INFJs with a lot to say. Each live episode centers introversion, sisterhood, and the experiences of quiet Black women navigating a noisy world. Tune in for thoughtful conversations, cultural insights, and honest dialogue streamed live across LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook, with audio available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
While we’re cooking up some goodness for you to watch and listen to when the show launches in February 2026, catch some of our top episodes from the archives!
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Episode 1: Introverting While Black | The Introvert Sisters Podcast | Season 00
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What does it mean to be a Black woman who is naturally quiet, reflective, and inward-facing in a culture that expects you to be loud, performative, and endlessly “on”?
In this powerful debut episode of The Introvert Sisters Podcast, hosts Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall—award-winning podcasters, writers, and inclusion advocates—open an honest, affirming conversation about what it means to navigate introversion as a human blessed with melanin.
Society already places extraordinary pressure on Black women to overperform, overexplain, and overextend. For introverted Black women, that pressure is intensified by assumptions that quietness equals weakness, disinterest, or invisibility. In “Introverting While Black,” Lisa and Sharon reflect on their lived experiences as two deeply introspective women learning how to honor their nature in a world that often misunderstands it.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How introversion shapes their identities, creativity, and leadership
Why being soft-spoken in public spaces can feel risky—and radical
The emotional tension between visibility and self-protection
Why showing up on video is both satisfying and terrifying
How Black women can reclaim rest, boundaries, and authenticity
With warmth, insight, and cultural clarity, The Introvert Sisters challenge dominant narratives that reward constant performance over presence. This conversation invites listeners, especially introverted Black women, to embrace their natural rhythms without apology.
If you’ve ever felt pressured to be “more outgoing,” “more entertaining,” or “less yourself” in order to belong, this episode is for you.
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Episode 2: Are Introversion and Shyness the Same Thing? | The Introvert Sisters Podcast | Season 00
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Are you quiet because you’re shy, or because you’re an introvert? And does it even matter? (Hint: Yes it does.)
Many people grow up believing that if someone is quiet it means that they’re insecure, antisocial, or lacking confidence. That’s not true at all: introversion is not a flaw—it is a feature, and a wonderful way of being. In Episode 2 of The Introvert Sisters Podcast, hosts Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall break down the real differences between introversion and shyness, explore where they overlap, and explain why understanding this distinction can be life-changing for your mental health, creativity, and professional confidence.
In this episode, you will learn:
What introversion actually means (and what it doesn’t)
How shyness and introversion show up differently in real life
Why Black women are often misjudged when we are quiet or reflective
How to thrive as an introvert in extroverted workplaces and social spaces
Practical tips for advocating for your energy, boundaries, and communication style
Pull up a comfy chair as the sisters invite you into a thoughtful, culturally grounded conversation about identity, temperament, and self-understanding—especially for Black women navigating spaces that were never designed with our softness, reflection, or boundaries in mind.
If you’ve ever felt pressured to be louder, faster, or more outgoing just to be taken seriously, this episode will help you reconnect with your natural rhythm and reclaim your voice on your own terms.
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Episode 3: How to be Social on Social Media: Part 1 | The Introvert Sisters Podcast | Season 00
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For introverts, especially Black women navigating visibility, creativity, and wellness in digital spaces, social media can feel more like a drain than a tool for building connection. In this thoughtful and hilarious episode of The Introvert Sisters Podcast, hosts Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall explore what it really means to “be social” online when you are wired for depth, reflection, and (honestly) not loving to be social.
If you have ever felt overwhelmed by constant posting, confused by online performance culture, or pressured to be “on” when your spirit is asking for rest, this conversation is for you.
In Episode 3: How to Be Social on Social Media (Part 1), Sharon and Lisa share how they personally navigate digital spaces as introverted Black women, writers, creatives, and community builders. They unpack how to maintain authenticity, protect your energy, and show up online without sacrificing your mental health or identity.
They also pull back the curtain on a new chapter for the show: going on video. What happens when two camera-shy introverts suddenly have to think about lighting, outfits, and presentation? Cue the laughs.
Expect thoughtful insights, cultural nuance, and plenty of giggles as they explore questions like:
How can naturally quiet people stay visible online without burning out?
Is it possible to be authentic and avoid performing for the algorithm?
Is there such a thing as a formal sweatshirt?
What exactly is Introvert Chic?
Can social media work for introverts on our own terms?
With their signature sisterly warmth, honesty, and cultural insight, Lisa and Sharon remind listeners that you do not have to contort yourself to belong online. You can build community, share your work, and protect your peace all at the same time.
Whether you are a writer, entrepreneur, healer, caregiver, creative, or simply someone craving more ease in your online life, this episode offers both practical guidance and deep affirmation.
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Episode 4: How to be Social on Social Media: Part 2 | The Introvert Sisters Podcast | Season 00
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Trying to grow on social media without burning out? Feeling pressured to perform, post, and participate in ways that don’t feel authentic to you?
In this powerful continuation of “How to Be Social on Social Media…When You’re Anti-Social,” hosts Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall—award-winning writers, wellness advocates, and introverted creatives—share eight practical, soul-centered strategies for building an online presence without sacrificing your peace.
This episode is especially for introverts, but it will help anyone who wants to show up online with intention, clarity, and self-respect.
Together, the sisters explore:
How introverts can engage on social media without emotional exhaustion
Sustainable ways to build community without overexposure
Setting boundaries in digital spaces
Creating content that reflects your identity and values
Protecting your mental health while staying visible
Navigating comparison culture and algorithm pressure
Using social media as a tool—not a drain
Honoring your energy in creative and professional spaces
Rooted in lived experience, cultural insight, and wellness-centered leadership, this conversation reframes social media as a space for connection rather than performance. Whether you’re a writer, entrepreneur, healer, creative, or community builder, this episode offers realistic guidance for navigating online spaces with confidence and care.
If you’ve ever wondered how to grow without grinding, this show is for you. Tune in to Episode 4 of The Introvert Sisters Podcast and learn how to be social online on your own terms.
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Episode 5: Why Introverts Love Working Remotely | The Introvert Sisters Podcast | Season 00
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Working from home has transformed how many Black women experience productivity, creativity, and personal wellbeing. In this thoughtful and affirming episode of The Introvert Sisters Podcast, award-winning hosts Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall reflect on why remote work has become a source of peace, autonomy, and emotional sustainability in their lives.
As lifelong introverts and cultural commentators, Lisa and Sharon explore how stepping away from traditional office environments has supported their mental health, protected their energy, and created space for deeper self-connection. They discuss how introversion, identity, and workplace culture intersect, particularly for Black women navigating expectations to perform, overextend, and remain constantly visible.
The conversation also turns inward, with honest reflections on body image, pandemic weight changes, and the quiet pressure many women carry to “bounce back.” With warmth and transparency, the sisters share what they have learned about releasing shame, setting realistic wellness goals, and choosing sustainable practices rooted in care rather than punishment.
This episode offers listeners:
Insight into how remote work supports introverted leadership and creativity
Culturally grounded reflections on wellness and body autonomy
Encouragement for Black women prioritizing rest, balance, and self-trust
Practical perspectives on building healthy routines without perfectionism
Whether you are working from home, rethinking your relationship to productivity, or seeking community-centered wellness conversations, this episode provides space to reflect, reset, and exhale.
Tune in to this episode of The Introvert Sisters Podcast to hear Lisa and Sharon explore introversion, work-life alignment, identity, and holistic wellbeing.
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