We are back. Season 4 is here can't wait to give everyone updates on everything that has been going on. I'll give more details in a future episode, on all the fun stuff. This episode I focus on social time lines. I explain what they are, and how they might of made sense 60 plus years ago but now most people are living a longer life, so why are people still expected to be married, and be done with school by 25?? I bring my neighbor Jasmin back to talk about her journey going back to school in her 30's. As well as discuss what it was like for me getting my degree at 31. We talk pro's and cons of it, and Jasmin talks about her career goals after getting her Bachelors. WE hope you enjoy it, and share your thoughts with us on social time lines.
On this episode I speak with Lakiesha and Myra from S & L Foster Family Agency. I speak with them about the process of starting up an agency, the time, and dedication it takes. We also drive into the passion that both Lakiesha and Myra have for the kids in the foster system. Why it's so important to them to have an agency that doesn't just find the kids a bed to sleep it, but provides programs that helps them be as best equipped for society as they can be. We go into some myth busting of stigmas that society has with fostering/adopting kids. We talk about some of the ugly and emotional cases they have seen. How those cases inspired them to know that they are here to help, and serve these kids. S & L will be more then just an agency it will provide their kids with programs and tools they need. We discuss a lot of this programs they plan to put into place, things from a closet, to mentorship, craft nights, and more. If anyone has interest in partnering or volunteering for such programs you can find them IG @sandlffa You can find them on Facebook too S & L Foster Family Agency
On this Episode I speak with Dulce Vasquez who is running for LA City Council District 9. Dulce tells us about her story, how she went from a child without papers, to now running for LA City Council. She shares her childhood with us and memories from growing up. She moved to LA and feel in love with the city. We also talk about the generational trauma of being stable within Latino families. Our parents often wanting the best for us, worry when we want to go on a path that isn't structured and stable, such as entrepreneurship or running for City Council. Dulce also talks about balancing the challenges of being a candidate, maintaining her relationship, her full-time job, and relationship's with family and friends. We cover the importance of taking time for yourself to breathe and recharge. Dulce is a young Latina running for a spot that has been occupied by an older male. This to has challenged in it's own. Dulce shares with us her campaign journey so far. How much she loves the city of LA and wants to represent it and for people to be proud they are from LA. You can follow her on her journey www.dulcevasquez.com on Instagram @vasquezdulce Twitter @vasquezdulce
Nicole joins me on this episode to talk about how Epifania came to life. Epifania is a Latina Lifestyle magazine. When Nicole started Epifania she noticed there was a lack of representation for the woman who wasn't in her teen years, but yet not at the marrying stage either. She also wanted it to be more than just dating advice. She wanted articles that would help women prepare for the next stage in their career as well as life. Nicole also talks about going from working a full time time job in the non-profit sector. To focusing grad school and starting the magazine. On top of this you can also check her out if you need some social media marketing strategy done. Head over to her website www.nicolemorenodeinzer.com How does she manage it all wife, CEO, marketing strategist, friend, family, personal time. She gives us her secrets for this too. We hope our conversation inspires some of the listeners to take that leap, even if your first steps are small. You can follow her instagram @nicolemdeinzer and follow Epifania @epifaniamag Don't forget her YouTube Channel Doin' The Damn Thing If you have any questions about Epifania you can email her nicole@aloveyourlifeoutlook.com
On this episode I speak with Daria Fennell. CEO of The Daria Fennell Media Group. We talk about how she built her current empire and some of the issues she faced coming up. Daria talks about how she first got into the PR/Media industry and one of the first group she gained publicity for was Wu-Tang. She reflects on one her favorite people to interview Taraji P Henson, and the awareness Taraji is bringing to mental health in the Black community. Daria comes from a family of legacy, she has brick Mason’s in her family that helped build Tuskegee University. Her parents both worked in the Pentagon. Also a family of engineers and more. Her and her sister are carrying on that legacy by both being CEO's of their own companies. http://www.thedfmediagroup.com/ “The Daria Fennell Media Group, the brainchild of Daria Fennell, is an Entertainment Branding, Public Relations, Publicity, Celebrity Editorial Content, and Special Event Design Company with 26 years of experience. A graduate of the University of Maryland at College Park, Daria Fennell and The Daria Fennell Media Group have secured clients exposure in the following media outlets, among others: Forbes Magazine, FOX 5 Morning News (Washington, D.C.), The Washington Post, XM Satellite Radio, Black Entertainment Television's "106 & Park", The Washington Afro-American, The New York Amsterdam News, and The Diamondback (the daily student newspaper at the University of Maryland at College Park).”
On this episode I speak with BriAnn Gullien, Director over at Hidden Treasures Foundation down in San Diego California. "Hidden Treasures Foundation is a coalition of caring people dedicated to the healing and restoration of children victimized by the sex slavery of the human trafficking industry. Believing that her past does not have to equal her future, we provide a family environment that is unprecedented in healing and rehabilitation--a safe sanctuary with holistic, trauma- informed care in which each girl can thrive." BriAnn shares some facts and statistics with us about the reality of Sex Trafficking. Human Trafficking in San Diego has 3,417-8,108 victims/survivors per year An estimated minimum of 100,000 American juveniles are victimized each year through child sex trafficking. This includes commercial sexual exploitation of children through prostitution (rape), pornography, and/or stripping. San Diego is on the FBI’s list as one of the top 13 highest sex trafficking areas in the country. A recent report found that 59% of online sex trafficking recruitment in 2020 took place on Facebook The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children reports that 88% of likely child sex trafficking victims reported to NCMEC where missing from Social Services. Youth in the child welfare system are the most vulnerable population for human trafficking. Tiffany’s Place is a distinct and unique residential treatment facility for adolescent victims of sex trafficking. We serve domestic girls ages 12-17 years old who are placed through the foster care or probation system. Tiffany’s Place is 1 of 5 treatment programs in the entire state of California serving child victims of sex trafficking and offering a sanctuary for restoration and healing. Tiffany’s Place offers the following services: Individual therapy Group therapy Rehabilitation services Medication management Access to psychiatric services Independent Living Skills Family therapy (when applicable) Equine therapy CSEC specific therapeutic groups Crisis Intervention Substance abuse services Access to tattoo removal services Transition services Education, physical, behavioral, extracurricular supports Permanency support services If you are interested in helping out and learning more about Hidden Treasures Foundation please visit the following links. Also please be on a look out as BrunchTalks will be helping to fundraise with HTF for their holiday season. If you are interested in volunteering with HTF, please contact us at hiddentreasures.sd@gmail.com so we can further discuss your desire to serve. If you would like to learn more about Hidden Treasures Foundation, please visit our webpage: https://hiddentreasuresfoundation.org/ For more information on current happenings and HTF news, please visit and follow our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HiddenTreasuresFoundationSanDiego/ To see what we are doing for fun, follow our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanys_place_htf/ To donate directly through Venmo, please look us up: HiddenTreasuresFoundation-Tiff Amazon wish list https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1Z0WK6K82WFA5?ref_=wl_share
On this special episode I invite our friends back from the movie African America to share some big news about the film.... THE MOVIE HAS MADE IT TO NETFLIX!!!!!!!!! Be sure to stream it this weekend and leave us comments on our Instagram about the film. A recap from our first episode with: Muzi Mthembu- Producer/Writer/Director Avril Z. Speaks- Producer Phumelele “Phumi” Mthembu- Lead Actress/Producer/Writer On this episode I talk with the Cast & Crew of the upcoming movie African America. We talk about the characters, how they relate to their situations, why they choose the choices they did. We also discuss what it was like to film this movie, the relation between Americans and Africans, and having it based in the Trump era of America. Story Line African America follows a woman, Nonpumelelo, from South Africa who is living out her dreams and the obstacles she encounters on the way. Upon discovering her acceptance into Julliard, Nompumelelo, a cynical South African, embezzles funds from her workplace and abandons her fiancé to live out her Broadway dream in New York City only to discover that 2017 U.S.A. is not as welcoming as she had dreamed. There she learns about true love, true happiness, and true citizenship. Nompumelelo soon realizes that all that glitters isn’t gold and the American dream that she seeks may not apply to African-Americans or Africans in America. Follow African America Instagram: @AfricanAmerica.tv Twitter: @AfricanAmerica.tv Facebook: @AfricanAmerica.tv For more information on African America, please: https://africanamerica.tv/.
On this episode we talk with Justin Floyd (Director/Writer) and Lizet Lopez (Producer). Justin and Lizet are both LA Natives and a part of the Arfo-Latino, and Latinx community. We talk about casting and how it came down to the last minute when casting their lead role. We also talk about opportunities for LatinX actors in the movie industry. Quinceañero follows a 14 year old boy who wants a Quince. Traditionally they are for girls, but he wants to have one, and is challenging the norm. We talk about our own experiences with Quince's and which one of us had one? Quinceañero is also breaking ground being a Musical, and yes Justin did write the lyrics to the songs in the movie. He decided to make this a musical because he wanted this film to bring some happiness and joy to society right now, with all we have gone thru the past year and half. The film is happy and bright but it does touch a very deep topic of acceptance, acceptance in our families with our loved ones and in society. Justin share's with us the inspiration behind the movie and how they want the audience to take away acceptance from this film. Quinceañero is part debuted at LaLiff Loss Angeles Latino International Film Festival. Justin was one of Five Afro Latino film makers to win mentorship and help from LaLiff to create his film. Quinceañero is currently on the festival route, be sure to follow them to find out when and where you can watch the movie. Follow their instagram @quinceanero and visit their website to sign up for the premier www.quinceanero-musical.com
On this episode we Speak with Geo the owner of The Alley Gallery in Pomona, Ca. We talk to him about his journey in starting the gallery, all the he learned from owning it. We also discuss all the good The Alley Gallery has done for the Pomona Community. He has brought Art to the Downtown area. They have 31 Flavors which is a month long live painting series. A new flavor(artist) created a piece of work live each day of July. They also had Thru Her Eyes and exhibit that can be seen in the downtown area as well, the artist created what they seen as a Pomona Goddess. Geo talks about all the new things coming up and how they are trying to expand the Pomona Art Walk. They did an art series for kids that are being detained at the Pomona Fairplex. If you are local check out the Art Walk, Second Saturday of the Month (June 12). They have won the award for best art walk in California. If you are interested in being an artist for this July's 31 Flavors, or working with The Alley Gallery visit their website www.thealleygallerypomona.com Follow them on instagram @thealleygallery Most important go check out all the Artist work up and around the Downtown Pomona Area. Just a little heads up this interview was done in the gallery, and if anyone knows downtown Pomona it’s right next to a train track. You may hear a little bit of background noise in this one.
On this episode we speak to Angel Owner/Founder of Jilly B Cosmetics. She talks with us about the journey of starting her own cosmetic line as well as taking that leap of faith and leaving her full time job. She wanted to enter the cosmetic industry because she seen the lack of representation in Black Owned lines. Angel is involved in every process of the development stage with her cosmetics. Her cosmetics are also clean, vegan, and don't test on animals. Angel also talks about the launch of her new line Girls Who Brunch. It will be launching Sunday June 6 at 6pm EST. For all those that love to brunch be sure to check out the drop, you will love the colors. Angel shares with us the whole process from inspiration, to development, marketing the launch, and more. Be sure to follow Jilly B https://jillybcosmetics.com/ . On instagram @jillybcosmetics
On this Episode Michelle Guzman comes back to Cohost The Senior Series. We created the Senior Series so that High Schools Seniors had a chance to talk about their experience with COIVD. Senior year is always supposed to be special, things like Prom, Senior Grad Night, Football Games, Getting Into College, and so much more. Now imagine all that being put on pause because of something out of your control. This is what thousands of High School seniors had to go through. We invited Joseph and Gage onto the podcast to share with us what they went through. They share how it personally affected them from not being able to see their friends or being able to do "normal senior activities". Sports changed and Gage tells us how different it was for him in his football season, and recruitment. Scholarships being given are not the same, and some schools weren't bringing kids out for visits. Joseph shares what days where like stuck in a house just spending hours on social media and the lack of social interaction. Joseph also tells us how he was part of helping plan the senior activities they were allowed to have. In the end they share their positives with us, achievements they are proud of, and some advice to new coming seniors. They both have graduated and Michelle and I congratulate both of you and wish you the best on your future.
On this episode I talk with Nicole. We talk about how she has started in her financial journey as a business woman. Being a working mom with a toddler during the pandemic. How she has had to pivot her schedule to work around being mom and tryin to schedule zoom calls. She also talks about something that is not heard often, she has as great relationship with her older stepchild's mother. Nicole talks about what it's like to have a positive relationship with her husbands ex, and how they have a very supportive and positive blended family. It's nice to hear about woman supporting each other in this situation. Nicole also talks about her grandma in Puerto Rico. She shares stories from when she would go visit her for summers. How Sassy her grandma was, and she even had herself a little boyfriend that would bring her bread. Nicole is also the host of Glow the F**k Up Podcast head over and give it a listen. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/glow-the-f-k-up/id1552594891 Nicole shares with us insight into her life, we hope you enjoy it.
Cindy founder and creator of Ella Pocketbook talks with us about travel, and launching her sustainable travel bag. Cindy talks to us about her love for traveling the world and how it started young. She tells us some of her favorite places she seen, and traveling solo as a woman. We talk about how traveling as a woman most time then not we over pack. She was inspired to create a sustainable travel bag that will help the woman traveler pack what is needed. She has chosen to work with women owned or lead companies in the chain of her bags creation. She also explains the importance of finding companies that are sustainably aware of how their product impact the environment. You can follow Ella Pocketbook and their journey to launch on insta @ellapocketbook Check out www.ellapocketbook.com -Sign up for the newsletter, and check out some great tips for traveling. 15 Boss trip tips - Cindy's blog post
Warning this episode does talk about Domestic Violence, if this is a trigger for you or you don't feel comfortable listening to this episode we completely understand, do what is right for your mental wellness. On this episode Eunice speaks to us about the domestic violence she experienced as a child, the trauma it caused, and how she started her healing path. She talks about how she thought what was in her household was the normal so she never knew that it wasn't. Going to therapy has been a huge help for her, she has learned how to live with her trauma and to recognize triggers. Eunice also speaks on the abuse her daughter survived and how that has affected both her daughter and herself. We both talk about how we have been affected from previous trauma, and how we did the blame game on ourselves. A lot of times the abuser with flip the role and make the person they are abusing feel like they are doing something wrong, and they are to blame. We learned that it wasn't our fault and we want everyone to know that is going through situations or healing, it's not your fault and you don't deserve what is happening to you. Eunice is also working on a book that she is looking to have done this year. You can follow her journey on her website eunicebrownlee.com where she is also starting a new project. Her new project will be sharing the stories of women who have come through the hell of abuse and are now a survivor. Anyone who is interested in connecting can reach her on her website. As for resources that we would like to share, the national domestic violence hotline: 800-799-SAFE(7233) or https://www.thehotline.org. This organization helps connect women to resources they need for the situation they are in.
On this episode Doveina share her journey as a healer with us. She talks about how she has come from a line of healers and how she has taken the path to help people in their lives. We talk about trauma and how one can take steps to heal. We also talk about the taboo subject of mental health and seeking a therapist or a counselor. In a lot of cultures that is looked at as some negative or that person is considered crazy. There is a shift happening and a lot more people are becoming open to these concepts. Doveina also shares with us how important mental health is right now with the current state of society. There is a lot of generational healing that needs to happen. If you are interested in reaching out to Doveina for any of her services you can check her website www.creatingwithdoveina.com
On this episode my best friend Glenda Jo takes over BrunchTalks to interview me. Karlee and Jasmin join us in the episode as we talk a bit about my family, school, and what I have in store for my 34th year. I throw in some trivia questions to see who knows me, we have a few laughs, talk about memories, and get to know me a little better. I hope you enjoy this episode and Thanks for celebrating year 34 with me.
On this episode I speak with Denaee Amaya, a local Latina politician. Denaee speaks on her experience of being the youngest in the room, and also people telling her she is too young to run for the position she was. She gives us advice on how to move past that, and go after your dreams no matter what. Denaee ran for office last year, and shared with us how her campaign took a new approach. She brought in volunteers from the schools and went door to door. Her campaign colors were purple and yellow, purple is the mix of blue and red, she wanted to be a party for the people. We talk about the lack of representation for the black and brown community in the political world, and how important it is to people from the community represent. I also asked the question "how does one contact the city if they want to start a program or event". A lot of times trying to organize or start something that involved city permits and permission could be intimidating, and almost impossible to get a hold of the right people you need to talk to. She gives us advice on how to go about contacting the right people. Denaee has accomplished much already at her young age, and is just starting. I cannot wait to see what she does for the community. Follow Denaee on insta @denaeeamaya
On this episode I talk with the Cast & Crew of the upcoming movie African America. We talk about the characters, how they relate to their situations, why they choose the choices they did. We also discuss what it was like to film this movie, the relation between Americans and Africans, and having it based in the Trump era of America. Muzi Mthembu- Producer/Writer/Director Avril Z. Speaks- Producer Phumelele “Phumi” Mthembu- Lead Actress/Producer/Writer Story Line African America follows a woman, Nonpumelelo, from South Africa who is living out her dreams and the obstacles she encounters on the way. Upon discovering her acceptance into Julliard, Nompumelelo, a cynical South African, embezzles funds from her workplace and abandons her fiancé to live out her Broadway dream in New York City only to discover that 2017 U.S.A. is not as welcoming as she had dreamed. There she learns about true love, true happiness, and true citizenship. Nompumelelo soon realizes that all that glitters isn’t gold and the American dream that she seeks may not apply to African-Americans or Africans in America. To watch African America you can purchase tickets to 2021 Pan African Film and Arts Festival Ticket. African America will world premiere at the Pan African Film & Arts Festival that will take place February 28, 2021-March 14, 2021. To purchase tickets for the Pan African Film & Arts Festival, visit https://www.paff.org/plans/. Follow African America Instagram: @AfricanAmerica.tv Twitter: @AfricanAmerica.tv Facebook: @AfricanAmerica.tv For more information on African America, please: https://africanamerica.tv/.
We bring back Michelle G. on this episode to talk about what is going on in Texas. Michelle states "Right now we are dealing with multiple things, people still without electricity, no water, contaminated water, boil water notices around the state, pipes bursting with temperature increase, icy roads, some populations having to go to already overfilled hospitals to get electricity for dialysis and breathing machines, stores running out of food staples and bottled water. It’s a mess and we could use all the help we can get!- We also need plumbers in the upcoming days" We did this episode to bring awareness. We list some organizations, mutual aids, and community help centers that we know about. Below is some of the resources we spoke about. As well you can go to the BrunchTalks Website to find a list of all these sources, and we will keep updated it. Below are some resources: Also if there is anything you would like to add to this list please DM @_mandirose or @michelleg2011 we will keep this list going. Warming Center Hotline : 512-305-4233 Austin The Palms Event Center - 900 Barton Springs Rd. Mendez Middle School- 5106 Village Square Drive Dallas Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center - 650 S Griffin Street YMCA branches – Click here to find out more Forth Worth Fort Worth Convention Center -1201 Houston Street More shelters can be found here Use hashtag #Lovethyneighbor to support the Austin Urban League's effort to raise funds for hotels rooms, shelters, etc. Operation Warm Feet started by @breadoflifehoutx launched to keep homeless warm. www.breadoflifeinc.org Here are some Mutual Aid's you can donate to Feed The People DFW - Venmo/Cash App: FeedThePeopleDallas Mutual Aid Houston - Venmo: @mutualaidhou Austin Mutual Aid - Venmo: @austinmutualaid or austinmutualaidhotels Funkytown Fridge - Venmo: @FunkyTownFridge North Texas Rural Resilience: Venmo: @ntrr4yall Dallas Stops Evictions - CashApp: $dallasstopevictions DFW Mutual Aid - Venmo/CashApp: dfwmutualaid Cooperation Denton - CashApp: $cooperationdenton Lucha Dallas - Venmo: @luchadallas Dallas Harm Reduction Aid - Venmo: @dallashra Some Accounts to follow: @ocveggieproject 3028 S. Malcom X Blvd., Warren United Methodist Church will be out there till 9 pm (CST) tonight. They are collaborating with Feed the Revolution/ LatinxDallas. They will be a different location at 5915 Senior Hill drive on Saturday morning starting at 9 am. @latinxdallas Food Distribution starting at 5:30 pm CST at Central Westside Church at 4711 Westside Dr. @americanprosperityfund @lamonarcafoundation @Notmysondfw Also @Asians4antiracism has a good recourse sheet
On this episode Kazi comes on to talk with us about her journey in Law School and being a V.P. of Business Affairs at All In-House Ent. Kazi shares with us how she has been inspired to become a lawyer since early on, seeing representation of Black Women lawyers and attorneys on TV. We also talk about how only 8% of law students in American are Black and the numbers are dropping, and how this field can be so important and impactful for the community. Even those that graduate the numbers are lower for those that are practicing. Kazi shares with us what it's like to be a law student right now in Covid and having to do online classes. It seems to have given her a little bit a time back. Kazi though is not only a student but also a V.P. of Business Affairs for All In-House Ent. We talk about the music/entertainment industry, what it's like to be a woman working in the industry and how she deals with business deals. We both talk a little bit about hiphop and the love for the music. She gives great views on how to "take your seat at the table" in meetings as well as when to know it's okay to accept that help offered by counter parts and partners. To learn more about All In-House Ent. you can visit their website at www.allinhouseent.com You can check out their beatz marketplace on their website. Follow them on twitter @allinhouseent and if you're an artist looking to get in contact you can email them at allinhouse.ent@gmail.com