If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes
Amber Grimes shares hard-won wisdom from her journey from college dropout to entertainment executive. Each episode features conversations with artists, creatives, and culture-shifters about their missteps, mindset shifts, and lessons learned. The podcast offers practical advice on life, career, and relationships, helping listeners grow and make better choices.
Episodes
Amber Knows Emotions Are Temporary But Decisions Are Permanent
In this deeply personal episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes reflects on the life lessons hidden within her tattoos, using each piece of ink as a marker of growth, grief, love, and self-discovery. From navigating the weight of loss and the emotions that inspired early tattoo decisions [02:54] to lessons learned from impulsive choices in relationships [05:50], Amber explores how signifi
Ravie B Knows Your 30's Are The Best Thing That Will Ever Happen To You
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Raven B. Varona for an honest conversation about self-discovery, healing, and navigating the transition from your 20s into your 30s. Together, they reflect on embracing change and personal evolution [00:00], the lessons, regrets, and realizations that shape adulthood [02:56], and the importance of asking deeper questions about purp
Dr. Siri Knows Good Therapy Ends
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Dr. Siri Sat Nam Singh for a powerful conversation about therapy, emotional healing, and personal transformation. Together, they unpack the purpose of therapy [00:00], the journey of finding the right therapist [03:06], and the idea that therapy can evolve or even come to an end as growth occurs [06:02]. Dr. Siri also explores the
If You Knew Better: Jason Lee Knows the Truth About Influence and Fame
The Black Effect Presents... If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes! In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Jason Lee, founder of Hollywood Unlocked, for an honest conversation about personal growth, accountability, and evolving beyond public perception. Jason reflects on his journey from controversy to clarity, discussing the impact of reality TV on identi
Estelle Knows Healing Starts With Surrender and Release
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Estelle for a heartfelt conversation about healing, authenticity, and personal transformation. Estelle reflects on her journey of self-discovery and emotional growth [05:07], opening up about navigating family dynamics [09:51], embracing difficult but necessary conversations [19:56], and learning to honor her own unique p
Jozzy Knows Sexuality Is Still Taboo
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Jozzy for a powerful conversation on authenticity, self-expression, and navigating identity in the music industry. From embracing her true self [00:00] [03:12] to unpacking the journey of self-discovery and breaking free from societal expectations [06:02] [08:52], Jozzy shares how confidence and vulnerability have shaped her path.
Child Knows the Business of Grief
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with award-winning director Child for a deeply personal conversation on grief, loss, and the journey toward healing. From the immediate shock of losing loved ones [00:00] [03:00] to the lasting emotional weight grief places on daily life [06:10] [09:00], they open up about the full reality of loss — not just the heartbreak, but th
Nineteen85 Knows the Difference Between Parenting and Controlling
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Grammy-nominated producer Paul Jefferies aka Nineteen85 (of DVSN) for a powerful conversation on fatherhood, parenting, and personal growth. Reflecting on his journey as a young and single dad, Paul opens up about navigating parental expectations [01:20], embracing the idea of disappointing your parents as a path to self-disco
Amber Knows You Forgot Who You Really Are
In this solo episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes dives deep into self-discovery, identity, and personal growth (00:00), exploring what it means to reconnect with your true self after years of societal pressure and expectations. She reflects on how life experiences, setbacks, and external influences can reshape identity, often leading people to lose touch with their passions, creativity, an
Durand Bernarr Knows Friendship Break Ups
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Grammy-winning artist Durand Bernarr for a heartfelt conversation about adult relationships, friendship dynamics, and personal growth. Durand opens up about the emotional challenges of friendship breakups, emphasizing the importance of accountability, communication, and honesty in maintaining meaningful connections.
BurnedBeauty2018 Knows Narcissistic Abuse
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with empowerment advocate Tonya Renee Meisenbach (Burned Beauty 2018) for a powerful conversation about narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and the journey to healing. Tanya shares the deeply personal story of being set on fire by her husband and unpacks the 15 years of emotional abuse she endured. Tanya breaks down the warning sig
Amber Knows Why You Can’t Make Decisions
In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes breaks down the power of decisive action and confident decision-making, challenging listeners to be quick in making choices and intentional about sticking to them. She explores how fear-driven habits like overthinking, hesitation, perfectionism, and avoidance can delay progress and keep people stuck, emphasizing the importance of trusting yo
2 Chainz Knows The Voice In His Head Is God
In this special live episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with 2 Chainz at Barnes & Noble in Los Angeles to discuss his new book, The Voice In My Head Is God. The Grammy-winning rapper and entrepreneur shares the inspiration behind the book and explains how intuition, faith, and self-awa
Malcolm Mays Knows Financial Responsibility
In this episode of If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes, Amber sits down with actor Malcolm Mays for a thoughtful conversation about success, financial responsibility and the realities behind pursuing a career in entertainment. Malcolm reflects on his journey from childhood acting to adulthood, sharing lessons learned about family dynamics, personal loss, and the pressures that come with financial
Amber Knows How To Change Your Life | Debut Episode
In this debut episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes dives deep into self-discovery, personal growth, and the mindset shifts required to build a fulfilling life. Instead of focusing solely on goals and achievements, Amber challenges listeners to prioritize who they are becoming. She unpacks the power of self-awareness, gratitude, emotional accountability, and intentional living, sharing
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