Episode

The Woman Behind the Armor

Podcast: Keep it Positive, Sweetie
Published: May 31, 2026
Duration seconds: 3385
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Summary

In this episode of Keep It Positive, Sweetie, Keisha Lance Bottoms opens up about the deeply personal journey behind her memoir The Rough Side of the Mountain. From childhood trauma and family secrets to faith, leadership, motherhood, body image, and reclaiming the parts of herself she once felt she had to hide, this conversation explores the humanity behind public strength. This episode is about healing, identity, authenticity, and what it means to finally show up as your whole self. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.