Soul Conversations with Z: Healing in The Raw
Welcome to Healing in the Raw, hosted by Zachyra Rodriguez, LCSW. This podcast embraces the beauty and the messiness of life, shining a light on the conversations many people shy away from. With a mix of inspiration, honesty, and hope, Zachyra invites listeners to explore the raw experiences that shape us — from struggles to triumphs — reminding us that healing is not a straight line, but a shared journey.
Welcome to Healing in the Raw, hosted by Zachyra Rodriguez, LCSW. This podcast embraces the beauty and the messiness of life, shining a light on the conversations many people shy away from. With a mix of inspiration, honesty, and hope, Zachyra invites listeners to explore the raw experiences that shape us — from struggles to triumphs — reminding us that healing is not a straight line, but a shared journey.
Episodes
Thursday May 07, 2026
Thursday May 07, 2026
Have you ever felt off but couldn't explain why — even when the bloodwork came back fine? In this episode of Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez sits down with integrative medicine provider and Air Force veteran Rekishia McMillan, who shares her own seven-year journey of being dismissed, overmedicated, and unheard — until she found answers through both prayer and holistic health. Together they explore the connection between mental, physical, and spiritual wellness, unpacking what your body is actually trying to tell you when it speaks. From blood type nutrition to the overlooked power of sleep, this conversation challenges women to stop powering through and start tuning in — because healing the whole you means leaving nothing outside the room.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Rock Your World Naturally: 7 Divine Keys to Unlock Extraordinary Health: https://amzn.to/3OQwuPX
Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health | Weight Loss, Energy, Natural Medicine, Hormones: https://tr.ee/aKdE6bMoen
Eat Right 4 Your Type: The Individualized Blood Type Diet Solution by Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo https://amzn.to/437tGRI
Thursday Apr 09, 2026
Ep.14: Relationship Triggers: What if it is not what you think?
Thursday Apr 09, 2026
Thursday Apr 09, 2026
Are you reacting to your partner or to the younger version of them? In this episode of Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez unpacks the deeper meaning behind relationship conflict, exploring the dynamic between the pursuer and the avoider and how past wounds shape present reactions. She reveals how our bodies respond to what feels familiar, not always what’s right, and invites listeners to look beyond the moment to what’s being protected underneath. Through the art of listening well, this episode challenges you to move from reacting to truly understanding.
Thursday Mar 26, 2026
Ep.13: Women in Social Work and Therapy: The Heart Behind the Healing
Thursday Mar 26, 2026
Thursday Mar 26, 2026
In this episode, we celebrate women in social work and therapy, exploring the strength, compassion, and resilience it takes to carry both personal and professional responsibilities. Through heartfelt stories, the conversation reveals the unseen emotional labor behind the work and how identity, culture, and lived experiences shape the way women show up to heal others.
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Ep.12: The Art of Reassigning Relationships: When Love Shifts
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
In this episode of Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez introduces her powerful Relationship Basket Framework, a practical way to understand where people truly belong in our lives. She explores how misplaced expectations create heartbreak and how shifting relationships into the right “basket” can bring clarity, peace, and healthier boundaries.
Friday Feb 27, 2026
Ep.11: The Do's and Don'ts of Marriage from Two Broken People that Stayed
Friday Feb 27, 2026
Friday Feb 27, 2026
In this episode of, Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez and her husband Antonio open up about 33 years of love, loss, trauma, and the daily choice to stay committed through it all. With honesty and faith at the center, they share the real do’s and don’ts of marriage, the wounds that tested them, and the healing that brought them closer.
Resources from this episode:
Night Light: A Devotional for Couples: https://amzn.to/4rj1m8N
Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love:
https://amzn.to/3N1TFWu
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Ep.10: Modern Ruths: Waiting Well and Loving Wisely
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
In this episode of Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez sits down with BJ for an honest, faith-centered conversation about dating in today’s culture, emotional readiness, and what it truly means to prepare for marriage.
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Ep.9: Entering 2026 With Intention: Vision, Goals, and God’s Timing
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
In this Episode of Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and approach the new year with intention, clarity, and faith. Through practical tools like SMART goals, vision boards, and prayerful reflection, she explores how small, realistic steps can align us with God’s timing and purpose.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
-Bloom Journal: https://a.co/d/0pQFBys
-YearCompass: https://yearcompass.com
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Ep.8: Marriage, Faith, and Challenges We All Face
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Friday Dec 26, 2025
In this episode of Soul Conversations with Z, Zachyra Rodriguez sits down with guest Jo Torres for an honest, faith-centered conversation about the realities of marriage no one prepares you for. From trauma, to emotional intimacy, this episode offers real talk, wisdom, and hope for couples navigating hard seasons
Friday Dec 05, 2025
Ep.7: Grief During the Holidays
Friday Dec 05, 2025
Friday Dec 05, 2025
In this raw and heartfelt conversation, Zachyra Rodriguez sits down with guest Kimberly Deatore to explore what it means to navigate deep grief during the holiday season. Together, they share personal stories of loss, identity, faith, and healing, offering space for honesty, compassion, and the complexity of missing loved ones in moments meant for joy. This episode invites listeners to sit with their own experiences of grief and find comfort in knowing they’re not alone.
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Ep.6: The Bond That Heals: A Mother–Daughter Soul Talk
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
In this heartfelt mother–daughter conversation, Zachyra Rodriguez sits down with her daughter to explore family roots, cultural identity, faith, and the transitions that shaped their bond. Together, they share tender memories, honest reflections, and the raw moments that strengthened their relationship.







