BET Talks

Gail Bean's Journey: From Hustling to Healing, Unlearning Trauma & Positive Affirmations

Episode Notes

In this episode, actress Gail Bean keeps it real about her journey—from growing up in Atlanta to landing her newest role on Harlem. 

She breaks down the art of ordering Lemon Pepper Wings the right way, shares the story behind her unique name, and reflects on life as the daughter of an NFL player. 

Tune in for an unfiltered convo packed with laughs, culture, and career gems!

• 00:00 - Meet the Multi-Talented Gail Bean
• 01:21 - Icebreaker: Let’s Play “This or That”
• 02:52 - Don’t Judge the Story – Embrace the Character
• 04:58 - Take Risks: Don’t Play It Safe
• 05:55 - I Can Do Anything – No Limits
• 06:24 - Gratitude Over Complaints
• 08:09 - Get It Out the Mud: The Hustle Mentality
• 10:00 - Celebrating Women: Empowerment in Action
• 11:44 - Show Up Soft
• 13:11 - Unlearn Our Traumas
• 15:35 - Final Thoughts: Keep Pushing Forward