This week on Kultivation w/ Kevie, Kevie is joined by none other than his fly and phenomenal cousin, Whitley Abrams—a proud Black girl scientist, forensic chemistry professional, and living proof that when you claim the vision, the rest will follow. Whitley reflects on how she brought her lifelong dream of becoming a forensic scientist to life—and how she’s now helping others do the same. From the lab to legacy-building, she shares how it feels to not only work in her dream field, but also to launch her very own scholarship for Black women pursuing forensic science and forensic chemistry.
💡 In this episode:
• Whitley’s journey into STEM and how she claimed her seat at the table
• The impact of representation in science and academia
• Building a scholarship for future Black forensic scientists
• Why it’s important to keep showing up for the little girl in you
If you're passionate about purpose, science, or creating opportunities for the next generation—this episode will leave you both inspired and empowered. 🧬✨
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What is Kultivation with Kevie: A Self-Empowerment Podcast | Cultivating Courage, Confidence, Consistency & Creativity?
Welcome to Kultivation with Kevie—a self-empowerment podcast where self-love, mindset, creativity, and mental health take center stage. Hosted by Kevie, a Black queer creative and seasoned registered nurse, this show invites you to grow through what you go through—with courage, confidence, and consistency.
Each episode blends candid storytelling, nostalgic reflections, and empowering conversations that celebrate healing, identity, purpose, and the messy magic of becoming. Whether you’re navigating burnout, rediscovering your creativity, or showing up as your fullest LGBTQ+ self, this space is for you.
✨ To cultivate means:
1. To develop or grow a quality, skill, or mindset
2. To foster transformation through care and intention
3. To refine oneself through experience and reflection
4. To uplift, encourage, and evolve
Let’s “kultivate” the version of you that you’ve always dreamed of becoming. 🌱