Truth Will Set You Free, with Musician, Rissi Palmer
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In this conversation, Rissi Palmer and Kim Rapach delve into the significance of mental health, particularly within the context of the music industry. They discuss the barriers that Black women face in seeking therapy, the importance of finding a good therapist, and the impact of shame and grief on mental health. Rissi shares her personal journey through the music industry, the challenges she faced, and how she has navigated her mental health through self-care practices and therapy. The discussion emphasizes the need for vulnerability, creating safe spaces for artists, and the importance of open conversations about mental health.
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Creators and Guests
Guest
Rissi Palmer
Rissi Palmer made history in 2007 as the first Black female country artist in 20 years to chart on the Billboard Hot Country Singles with her breakthrough single, "Country Girl." Since then, she has become a trailblazing figure in both Country and Americana music, celebrated for her artistry and advocacy. Beyond her critically acclaimed albums like Revival and Back Porch Sessions, Palmer hosts Color Me Country Radio on Apple Music, amplifying the voices of underrepresented artists in country music. A champion for change, she founded the Color Me Country Artist Grant Fund to support emerging artists of color. Featured in PBS's American Masters: In The Making series and honored by publications like Rolling Stone and The New York Times, Palmer continues to inspire through her music, activism, and role as a Governor at the Recording Academy Nashville.
