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
S1E3: The Overpacking Fiasco | How I Almost Moved into My Suitcase
Welcome back to "Not Your Average Hot Pants Wearing Auntie Travel & Adventures"! In this hilariously relatable episode, Auntie Rae confesses her biggest travel secret: she's a chronic overpacker. After gallivanting across 40 countries, you'd think she'd have it down to a science—but you'd be "dead wrong!"
Join Auntie Rae as she takes you into the glorious chaos of her packing process, where sundresses and evening shoes form a mountain on her bed, and her bags multiply overnight into "rolling closets." Discover the "panic" that sets in, her attempts at "suitcase yoga," and why her luggage is a "Black Girl Magic apothecary" packed with just-in-case essentials for any travel emergency (or rooftop soirée!).
This episode also gives you a raw look into Auntie Rae's work-from-home life—the "dream turned domestic dilemma"—and how it fueled her inner fashionista. Witness her transformation from "pajama philosopher by day" to "glam goddess by night," reclaiming her dignity and style after years of casual comfort. Finally, brace yourself for the thrilling, nerve-wracking night before her grand adventure, a whirlwind of last-minute mayhem and a 4 AM airport drop-off with her sister.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
- Auntie Rae's unapologetic confession as a chronic overpacker and her "zombie apocalypse" packing philosophy.
- The hilarious struggle of wrangling an entire wardrobe into bursting suitcases.
- Why her overpacking is actually "preparation, passion, and just-in-case magic."
- A candid look at the realities of working from home and the "business mullet" fashion trend.
- The exhilarating transformation from homebound comfort to glam goddess, reclaiming her style and spirit.
- The chaotic, yet heartwarming, night before her transatlantic flight, filled with nervous energy and sisterly love.