Wanda Bryant, Stylus & Suitcases Podcast
Welcome to Wanda Bryant Stylus & Suitcases, your passport to a world of captivating storytelling that journeys deep into the heart and soul. I’m Wanda Bryant, and this is where extraordinary tales come alive.
I created this space because I couldn’t find storytelling that truly spoke to women like me—seasoned, soulful, and still beautifully becoming. So, I made it. Here, we celebrate the spirit of becoming untethered through diverse narratives, one powerful story at a time.
Within Wanda Bryant Stylus & Suitcases, you'll discover:
- Not Your Average Hot Pants-Wearing Auntie: Traveling Adventures featuring Auntie Rae: Dive into the remarkable journey of Auntie Rae—inspired by my grandmother and two formidable aunts who lived life on their own unapologetic terms. Through her global escapades, expect travel reflections, vibrant food moments, insights into healing, movement, and joy reclaimed. This series is specifically about Auntie Rae and her unique travel experiences.
- And So Much More: Beyond Auntie Rae's adventures, explore a curated collection of original narratives from my own pen, including gripping espionage stories, thrilling murder mysteries, and other heartfelt short tales about my beloved aunts and the women who shaped my world.
Whether you crave quiet laughs, deep sighs, or that profound feeling of being seen, Wanda Bryant Stylus & Suitcases offers something for every soul. This is where storytelling for the soul truly comes alive.
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Wanda Bryant, Stylus & Suitcases Podcast
S1 Prologue: Exhaustion Isn't Always Physical
Welcome to "Not Your Average Hot Pants Wearing Auntie Travel & Adventures"! In this raw and honest Season 1 Prologue, Auntie Rae invites you into the moment her world shifted. She's not just talking about tired feet; she's revealing the spiritual and emotional depletion that crept into her bones after years of loyalty to a corporate job that gave her "breadcrumbs" in return.
Join Auntie Rae as she shares the untold story of hitting her breaking point: the quiet struggle of feeling "worn down, pulled thin, and just plain invisible" , navigating a "Center of Exhaustion" that constantly moved the goalpost. Hear her defiant vow to stop shrinking , stop sacrificing her joy , and the powerful moment she realized: "This ain’t failure. This is freedom with a side of clarity. I ain’t running—I’m reclaiming".
This isn't just a story about travel; it's about a woman unraveling and reclaiming herself one undone thread at a time , rediscovering the restless spirit she was born with. From packing up her dignity and favorite mug to finding freedom on the open seas, this Prologue is the powerful setup for an extraordinary journey.
What you'll discover in this episode:
- The unexpected truth about soul-deep exhaustion.
- A raw look at corporate burnout and the signs Auntie Rae almost ignored.
- The pivotal moment of clarity that sparked her escape.
- A glimpse into Auntie Rae's early life and the origins of her wanderlust.
- The philosophy behind her unique "fictional memoir" storytelling style.