BOI MEETS WELLNESS

On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS, Evolve Benton sits down with tax accountant Amber Wormsley of Impeccable Wealth and talks money, taxes, and tips for small businesses. Evolve shares their weekly wellness tip and how they are adjusting to being in shelter in place. Amber Wormsley is an investor, entrepreneur, and all-around financial connoisseur. Her work-related experience as a corporate accountant has allowed her to interact with other financial professionals such as CPAs, CFOs, auditors, board members, analysts, and other decision makers to enable her to share these financial strategies with everyday people.    In this episode you’ll discover: Filling your taxes during the Covid-19 pandemics  Recession Free Businesses  Investing your money  Navigating small business finances  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com    Stay building wealth with Impeccable Wealth at https://www.impeccablewealth3.com/   BOI Meets Wellness is a Mar Media, LLC. Production 

On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS, Evolve Benton interviews Real-Estate agent Deonna Autrey. Deonna is a Realtor based in Palm Springs, California. Deonna pursued Real Estate because she was inspired by her mother’s love for home ownership. Deonna is from South Los Angeles and thankful to share the wealth of information with the community she grew up in.  Not only does she have a passion for real estate and closing deals, she makes it a point to educate and teach as many people as she can in her free first time home buyer workshops. When Deonna is not closing real estate deals, you can find her gliding on some roller-skates.  In this episode you’ll discover: How to Buy Your First Home  Navigating Real-Estate during Covid-19 How to Build Generational Wealth  Deonna’s Favorite Book: Behold a Pale Horse    After our interview Deonna suffered a great loss and her apartment caught on fire.  Fortunately, Deonna was not harmed however many of her personal belongings were lost.  Deonna’s  sister has set up a gofundme to support her with recovery. Please donate. Learn more about Deonna’s first time home buyer workshops by following her on Instagram. Slide in her DM's and learn more about home ownership.  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com 

On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS, Evolve Benton hosted their first live virtual podcast with the University of California, Santa Cruz.  BOI Meets Career Panel is a panel of black LGBTQIA professionals who speak about strategies and tips to navigate your career as a queer professional. The panel features  Zami Hyemingway, Maisha Davis, Sir Lex Kennedy and Dio Aldridge.   Zami Hyemingway is a Social Worker and Wellness Entrepreneur  Maisha Davis, MD is a Family Medicine Physician  Sir Lex Kennedy is a Writer, Director and Producer  Dio Aldridge is a Equity and Inclusion Professional and Real Estate Entrepreneur  Special thanks to our sponsors Mar Media, LLC &  The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) The African American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC) The Lionel CANTÚ Queer Center  In this episode you’ll discover: Navigating your career path a queer professional Strategies for show up as your authentic self Tips for entering medical school  Tips for negotiating salary    Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com  Learn more about the UCSC Campus Resource Centers https://resourcecenters.ucsc.edu/

On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS, Evolve Benton interviews financial literacy coach Denna Hebert. Denna Hebert, is an Oakland native and Financial Literacy Coach.  She is passionate about teaching and empowering the LGBTQIA community about the Power of Credit and Entrepreneurship. Denna's mission is inclusion and education for those seeking options to create and have multiple streams of income.  Denna is an impactful dedicated leader with a diverse and successful organization. In this episode you’ll discover: Tips for increasing your credit score  Owning affordable housing  How to Build Generational Wealth  Tips to stop accruing debt   Denna’s favorite books 48 Laws of Power & The Four Agreements  Episode correction Evolve pronounced Denna Hebert's last name incorrectly in the interview. Denna’s last name is pronounced He-Bert. *  Learn how to work with Denna Hebert by checking out her services at https://www.ucesprotectionplan.com/default.aspx?rid=dhebert Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com    

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve interviews co-founder of Sky High Club LA Shun Jefferson. Shun Jefferson is an entrepreneur from South Los Angeles, California.  During the day Shun works in a law firm and dreams up amazing edible recipes with her best friend and business partner Kevin. Kevin was the dreamer of their company Sky High Club LA and wanted to own and operate a company he could call his own, Shun wanted the same. They both wanted to become entrepreneurs and knew that it was time to finally take the leap into and operating their first business. Because of their success with their famous edibles, cannabutter & kannaoil Sky High Club LA has expanded their brand to include SkyHigh Body Cream (scented for men & women) & SkyHigh Body Wash.  The cream and body wash allows for direct healing and relief on ailing muscles, muscle ligaments, headaches and migraines, and helps reduce surgery scars, reduce inflammation, amongst other things at a much quicker rate. Sky High Club’s goal is to provide a safe, healthy alternative method to smoking cannabis for those who never thought it was possible. Sky High Club LA understands that everyone is not able to afford alternative medications, so by reducing their packing costs and offering other incentives they are able to have the lowest yet best quality products.  In this episode you’ll discover: Cannabis 101, what it does to your body?  Smoking practice advice during Covid-19 How to take a safe dosage of cannabis edibles?  How to start your own cannabis business?   The power and healing qualities of CBD Learn more about Sky High Club LA and their products at https://www.instagram.com/skyhigh_clubla/ Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Don’t forget to Celebrate SIR Turning 2 Years old! June 1-30, 2020 use code “Birthday” at evolvebenton.com and get 40% off Evolve Benton’s poetry collection SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love 

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Chelley Chelle of Les Talk Radio. Chelley Chelle was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. She grew up a Jehovah’s Witness, was disfellowshipped at the age of 17. Chelley Chelle attended community college for 10 years, left with no degree but became an expert in networking and building community. She started a comedy career which was very successful very quickly.  Chelley Chelle has performed at the Comedy Store several times, the Laugh Factory and all over the country. After constantly being sexually harassed for stage time, her love for comedy dwindled, and she started Les Talk Radio. Les Talk Radio has connected with thousands of QPOC (Queer People of Color)  and black queers. Chelley Chelle  advocates for recycling of black queers dollars and has spent over $20,000 of her own hard earned money in the community. In this episode you’ll discover: Get to know the mastermind behind Les Talk Radio  Learn more about cycling money in your community  How to manifest your dreams?  Chelley Chelle’s favorite books Here Comes The Sun  Check out the latest episode of Les Talk Radio  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Don’t forget to Celebrate SIR Turning 2 Years old! June 1-30, 2020 use code “Birthday” at evolvebenton.com and get 40% off Evolve Benton’s poetry collection SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love       

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve interviews Chaney Turner, who is an entrepreneur, cannabis/community advocate & equity thought leader. With more than a decade of successful retail ownership and event promotion/production experience under their belt, Chaney’s business acumen is informed by a conscientious, community-driven approach. Chaney’s work & leadership embodies the belief that those most impacted by inequities should have the power to implement solutions to those inequities. This work is a logical extension of Chaney's activism, the majority of which has centered around gentrification, displacement and state sanctioned violence. Turner is passionate about the possibilities of cannabis - both medicinally and economically. Chaney is the Chief Executive Officer of Beyond Equity, a non profit that focuses on empowering & liberating Black communities from extractive systems. They're also the owner of Town Biz Oakland & Co-Founder of The People's Dispensary.     In this episode you’ll discover: The role of being a co-founder Plant Touching vs. Non Plant Touching Cannabis Business ideas Practicing equitable business practices Using CBD for managing well-being The politics of cannabis entrepreneurship How to RSVP for the BLAQ Film Festival    Learn more about Chaney Turner and how to support their work: IG: @social_life Twitter @chaneyturner  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaneySocialLife Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Don’t forget to RSVP for the Blaq Film Festival Juneteenth Edition at https://bit.ly/BlaqFilm

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Rachelle "Analog LUST" Luster.  Analog Lust is an Artist, Producer, Audio Engineer and Creator of Analog Dope. She holds an A.S. in Music Production and a B.S. in Entertainment Business from The Los Angeles Film School.   As a producer Analog Lust creates an intersection of Electronic Soul and Hip-Hop vibes. Her high energy synthesized wave instrumentals are complemented by seasoned lyricism and content that feeds the soul.  Analog Lust also co-produced Evolve’s spoken word album SIR Volume 1.   In this episode you’ll discover: The journey from lyricist to producer   What people underestimate about the music industry Tips for young musicians to succeed Lust favorite book: Conversations with GOD  Celebrate Juneteenth by Activating Your Melanin with Analog Lust  Learn more about Juneteenth History  Learn more about Analog Dope at https://www.analogdope.com/ Follow Analog Lust on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/analoglust_/   Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Don’t forget to use code “Birthday” at evolvebenton.com and get 40% off Evolve Benton’s poetry collection SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve interviews Sharrica Miller, PhD. Dr . Dr. Miller is an Award-winning Nurse Career Coach and beyond the bedside expert for seasoned nurses.  Dr. Miller has 15 years of experience in healthcare and nursing education. She is currently tenure track faculty in the CSU system and teaches in the doctoral program. Dr. Miller is also the founder of Starter Nurse Academy, a digital workforce development company for new graduate nurses.  In this episode you’ll discover: Why mentorship is so important for healthcare workers How to set goals and stay focused  Practical tips to think out of the box and grow yourself The benefits on pursuing a post-doctorate in Nursing How to advance your nursing career with Starter Nurse Academy  Learn how to get involved with Starter Nurse Academy Connect with Dr. Sharrica Miller  Learn more about Doc Miller upcoming film Still Waters Never Crash  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness  Evolve interviews Ronnell Perry of AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel. Ronnell began AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel in 2016 after a trip to a remote fishing village on Colombia's Pacific coast. There, he witnessed youth celebrating the pride they have for their African roots during a folklore festival. The spirit of that moment charged him with helping Black communities in Latin America tell their stories through sustainable tourism. Furthermore, with more than 20 years of  international travel experience, Ronnell has learned many lessons in his pursuit of being a better global citizen. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish, and hold a Master's Degree in Public Policy & Management from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.A. in International Business and Spanish from Dillard University.  In this episode you’ll discover: Why travel has the power to dismantle generations  How AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel elevates their travel experience by providing custom itinerary curation What Travel will look like during & after Covid-19 Benefits on reflecting one's truth back at oneself Tips for traveling internationally and being  LGBTQIA  Stay Connected with our Guest  Connect with Ronnell Perry  Learn how to travel with AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel Check out some of AfroBuenavetura Transformative Travel Work Sheets  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at: boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store 

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve interviews Ineka Herring aka Free. Free is a writer and director of queer media. She is also one half of the media team Visual Monsters. Free is also the creator and director of the short film Toxic.  In this episode you’ll discover:  Using filmmaking to heal  Self teaching yourself a craft  How to run a business with a romantic partner  Evolve’s Summer Reading: The Alchemist & The Intimate Guide to Conquering Pain  Free’s favorite book Fly Girl  Connect with Free Herring on Instagram Watch Free’s short film Toxic  Listen to my favorite Gaudy Glitch Song “Head Rolls”  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve Benton interviews Camila Arguello. Camila Arguello is a mindset and alignment coach who works with high performers and achievement junkies on making soul-aligned decisions by diving deep into what makes them thrive. Camila’s mission is to help empower people to have more tough conversations and dispel stigma around topics like mental health, money, and dating.  In this episode you’ll discover:  How to find a life coach? The power of writing your own book Learn more about Camila’s book Swipeable  How to score free plants on Instagram  Camila’s favorite book “Praying Drunk Stories”    Connect with Camila Arguello on Instagram Support Camila’s foundation by purchasing a copy of Swipeable    Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve Benton interviews Jared of Eating Enlightenment. Jared Levenson has studied and immersed himself in various modalities including yoga, meditation, responsible psychedelic use and intuitive eating. He enjoys playing chest and expressing himself through writing. Jared writes about psychology, food, binge eating and spirituality over at eatingenlightenment.com. Evolve shares their wellness tip of the week and a resource on looking for the perfect therapist.    In this episode you’ll discover:  How to practice intuitive eating? The power of meditation  Learn how to work with Jared of Eating Enlightenment  How to find a therapist/coach?  Learn more about the National Queer and Trans Therapist of Color Network       Connect with Jared on Youtube  Check out Eating Enlightenment      Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Dana Johnson. Dana TherActivist Johnson, MSW (they /them/ theirs) is a native of Oakland, California. Dana currently serves as a LGBTQ Commissioner co-chair for San Mateo County and co-chair of San Mateo County PRIDE Initiative. Dana has also sat on a Union Board and served as a shop steward for three years, ensuring employees receive their employment rights; and specialized in LGBTQ+ employees’ rights and policies. Furthermore, Dana has over seventeen years of experience providing LGBTQ+ advocacy services, social justice services and training to the Bay Area.  In this episode you’ll discover:  How Social Workers create change in community?  The power of Intentional LGBTQIA  Leadership  Self love practices and tools  How to support the San Mateo Pride Initiative?  Connect with Dana Johnson on Instagram Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Kortney Ziegler.  Kortney Ryan Ziegler is an American entrepreneur, filmmaker, visual artist, blogger, writer, and scholar based in Oakland, California. His artistic and academic work focuses on queer/trans issues, body image, racialized sexualities, gender, performance and black queer theory. He is the creator of the blog blac (k) ademic, and the film STILL BLACK: a Portrait of Black Transmen. In 2017, Ziegler and Tiffany Mikell co-founded Appolition.us in order to help incarcerated Black people return to their families by allowing users to round up purchases to the nearest dollar and donate the funds to bail funding efforts. The app was supported through crowdfunding after a tweet from Ziegler got attention in  July 2017. Today you can find Kortney trading bitcoin, lifting weights and sharing his thoughts on twitter. He is currently crowdfunding $100,000 for Black Trans Elders. Please support his mission.  In this episode you’ll discover : The key to trading bitcoin How to tap into your abundance How to empower and love black transmen  How to support Appolition.us  Donate to support the lives of  our Black Trans Elders Check out Kourtney Ziegler’s new trading venture Green Kandle Academy  Wellness Resource of the Week  Check out the The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

  On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Jay Ratcliff. Jay Ratcliff is a Health Coach, minister in training and tarot card reader. Moreover, Jay also hosts a podcast called Conscious Living Rambles where she talks about health and wellness from her personal view. Evolve celebrates their birthday and leo season by dropping their first animation “ My Honesty Poem”.   In this episode you’ll discover : How to meet your wellness goals powered by #Herbalife How to tap into your personal wellness journey  Learn more about Jay Ratcliff’s journey to becoming a minister  Tips to successfully become a health coach Jay’s favorite book Giovanni’s Room    Learn how to set your personal wellness goals with Jay Ratcliff    Watch Evolve’s new animation “ My Honesty Poem”  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Meckell Milburn owner and healer at Revolutionary Healing. Revolutionary Healing- a holistic health and wellness organization that supports healing of the mind, body, and spirit through offerings such as wellness coaching, spiritual healing, meditation, yoga, and plant medicine. Meckell is grateful to have been evolving in the wellness industry for more than a decade and is committed to centering the experiences of black womxn and nonbinary folks in her work. Her mission is to support black folks in reclaiming access to our divine wisdom.  Meckell holds a master’s degree in Integrative Health and is a Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Outside of her professional life, she is a nap-connoisseur, an avid runner, and a lover of world travel. In this episode you’ll discover : The power of holistic healing  The health benefits of a vegan lifestyle How to heal yourself through revolutionary healing  How to start working with Meckell Milburn 1 on 1  Meckell’s favorite book “ The Alchemist”    Check out Revolutionary Healing Free Course Trying Vegan  Follow Revolutionary Healing on Instagram  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store BOI Gear Store

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Uzo Ejikeme. Uzo Ejikeme was born in Nigeria, lived in Spain for 4 years and moved to the United States in 1997.  She now lives in Los Angeles and is one of the co-founders of  Stuzo Clothing. Uzo is an entrepreneur that believes we are expressions of life itself and we deserve the space to express it as we see fit. In this episode you’ll discover : The power of  therapy and life coaching  Tips to create your own clothing brand  Healing Through Boundaries  Utilizing the Law of Attraction to build the life you want  Uzo’s favorite book A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose Follow Uzo’s Journey at https://www.instagram.com/nijashero/?hl=en Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store boigearstore.com 

On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Patricio "Pat" Manuel (known as "Cacahuate" in the boxing world).  Pat  is the first professional male boxer who is transgender. He debuted with Golden Boy Promotions on December 8, 2018 and won a four-round decision in the super-featherweight division.  Prior to transitioning, Pat was a five-time national champion in the amateur women's division, participating in the first-ever US women's Olympic boxing trials in 2012.  Pat’s story has garnered major press, including the front page of the LA Times, coverage through HBO, Time, People, USA Today, Newsweek, NPR, NBC, BBC, Sport Illustrated and ESPN. In 2019, he made another historic first by becoming the face of Everlast Boxing Equipment. In this episode you’ll discover : How to train for your first professional fight The history of Patricio Manuel, the first professional male boxer who is transgender The business side of becoming a professional athlete Tips on setting goals and starting them today  Pat’s favorite book The Autobiography of Malcolm X    Follow Pat’s  Journey on instagram @Team_Patricio_Manuel  Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store boigearstore.com   

  On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews E. Cameron A. Pizarro III. E.C. is an award-winning Brand Designer and Digital Artist. He uses his talent and skills to brand companies for maximum profit and success. Cameron is also the current National Executive Director of Alpha Omega Kappa Fraternity Inc. and former Supreme Historian & Webmaster.   Having won industry leading awards like the Marcom Award 2016 and 2017, gold and platinum winner respectively, he has faced and prevailed over many challenges. In 2017, he was also a presenter at the first TransTech Summit, where he taught attendees the basics of logo design and comprehensive creative thinking. Most recently, he received the Emerging Leader Award in 2019 at the Inaugural National Trans Visibility March, for recognition of his work in the design industry and his work as their founding Director of Social Media & Marketing.   In his efforts to positively affect the future and advancement of the Black trans community he has co-founded a digital resource listing called Marsha's Web. He consistently uses his work and talent to highlight and celebrate the beautiful intersections of the Black trans community.   Currently living in Florida but raised in Somerset, NJ he carries that straight forward talk and charismatic smile that the north is known for. As a professional in the design industry for over 10 years, Cameron is meticulous to detail, an innovative thinker, and passionate about his people and his purpose.   In this episode you’ll discover:   How to start a career as a brand designer  The Pro’s and Con’s of Being a Contractor  Tips for negotiating as a freelancer Wellness Tip: The Joy of Painting with Baba Roxx E.C’s favorite book Invisible Life    Learn How to build your business with Brand Designer E. Cameron A. Pizarro III Listen to more episodes of BOI Meets Wellness at boimeetswellness.com Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boimeetswellness/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BOIMEETSWELLNESS/ Check out our new merch store boigearstore.com