The Bougie Baldie Podcast

The Bougie Baldie Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Bougie Baldie Podcast, your ultimate companion on the journey through women' hair loss. I’m your host, Kellie Rhymes – a dedicated women’s hair loss support and authenticity coach. Also an advocate, after navigating my own experience with Scarring Alopecia.
Together, we’ll dive deep into the world of women’s hair loss, sharing heartfelt stories, insightful advice, and empowering information to inspire your path.
Remember, while we offer valuable insights, our discussions are meant to complement, not replace, professional advice.
Hit follow and let’s embark on this journey!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast centers around themes of women's hair loss, emotional support, and empowerment, featuring episodes on early signs of hair loss, choosing the right wig, navigating insurance for cranial prostheses, and emotional wellness in self-acceptance. For example, one episode highlights the emotional toll of hair loss while providing resources for community support.

Welcome to The Bougie Baldie Podcast, your ultimate companion on the journey through women’ hair loss. I’m your host, Kellie Rhymes – a dedicated women’s hair loss support and authenticity coach. Also an advocate, after navigating my own experience with Scarring Alopecia.
Together, we’ll dive deep into the world of women’s hair loss, sharing heartfelt stories, insightful advice, and empowering information to inspire your path.
Remember, while we offer valuable insights, our discussions are meant to complement, not replace, professional advice.
Hit follow and let’s embark on this journey!
In this heartfelt and raw episode, Nekeyta shares her deeply personal journey with alopecia, from being bullied in school and hiding under hats and wigs, to founding a nonprofit that’s helping women embrace hair loss with beauty, confidence, and boldness.
👩🏾🦲 Nekeyta opens up about:
Her childhood hair loss experience and being diagnosed with alopecia areata
Struggles with medical support, misdiagnosis, and frustration with the healthcare system
Coping with bullying, hair trauma, and self-image as a Black woman
Raising confident daughters and the emotional moment her child called her a model of “biblical beauty” 💬
The inspiration behind She’s Uncovered and how it empowers women through events, image consulting, confidence coaching, and community support
Her journey to self-love, visibility, and authenticity — and how she’s helping others do the same
🎨 From stunning scarves to empowering photo shoots and public-facing events, Nekeyta is shifting the narrative around hair loss — it’s not about shame or hiding, it’s about choice and bold beauty.
📍 She’s Uncovered serves women across the U.S. with both in-person and virtual services — and they’re growing their reach and volunteer network.
💬 Whether you’re dealing with alopecia, supporting someone who is, or just love hearing from women doing transformative community work — this is the episode you do not want to miss.

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