Soul & Success

Media Personality, Britt Waters joins Zeplyn for a discussion on Trusting Your Process & Journey, and how she has found success at such a young age in the media industry.  The conversation began with the two of them discussing the Philadelphia 76ers mantra “Trust the Process” and, why Britt feels like all millennials should embrace this as a motto. Throughout the conversation the host & guest discuss; how Britt got her first shot at 22 years old on the nationally syndicated Russ Parr Morning Show, how she has weathered difficult storms in her life, the importance of hitting rock-bottom, and her current mindset which allows her to continuously keep growing.    Websites / Social Media: Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Britt Waters Website: https://www.BrittWaters.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Guest: Britt Waters Instagram: www.instagram.com/itsbrittwaters Host: Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman  Host: Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck Audio Engineer: Jarrell Bradley Audio Mixer: Chynna Holmes

Trap Yoga Founder and Entrepreneur, Brandon Copeland joins Zeplyn and Rebecca for a discussion about how he trailblazed merging Yoga and Trap culture. The conversation began with the three discussing three time NBA champions Golden State Warriors, and their Yoga habits. Throughout the conversation the hosts & guest discuss; how Trap Yoga was invented, it's supposed contradictions to traditional Yoga practices, the effects of Yoga on young adults, how communities of color can benefit from Yoga, and how the deaths of Eric Garner, Philando Castile, and Sandra Bland led to Brandon creating a social movement. Websites / Social Media: Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Khepera Wellness Website: https://www.kheperawellness.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Guest: Brandon Copeland Instagram: www.instagram.com/brandoflows Khepera Wellness Instagram: www.instagram.com/kheperawellness Host: Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman Host: Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck Audio Engineer: Jarrell Bradley Audio Mixer: Chynna Holmes

Forbes Journalist, Speaker, and Entrepreneur, Ogden Payne joins Zeplyn and Rebecca for a discussion about how he has successfully maintained entrepreneurship while still having a full time job. A few of you wrote in ahead of time to ask Ogden some direct questions. Here are his answers. Websites / Social Media: Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Ogden Payne Website: www.ogdenpayne.com For the Students Tour: https://www.forthestudentstour.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Guest: Ogden Payne Instagram: www.instagram.com/ogdenpayne Host: Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman Host: Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck Audio Engineer: Jarrell Bradley Audio Mixer: Chynna Holmes  

Forbes Journalist, Speaker, and Entrepreneur, Ogden Payne joins Zeplyn and Rebecca for a discussion about how he has successfully maintained entrepreneurship while still having a full time job. The conversation began with Cardi B and Damon Dash respectively giving their own perspectives of being entrepreneurs - Cardi is pro working for someone to get your paper up; Dame is pro just getting started and doing it yourself. Throughout the conversation the hosts & guest discuss the mindset of an entrepreneur, how to manage your energy of being an entrepreneur while still working a day job, and taking risks. Things to Think About: Regardless of what your venture looks like you thought it would in the beginning; see it through. Get it done no matter what. Be clear on what you want. Jump. Offer Value.   Musiq Soulchild “Future” Drake “Nice for What” JAYZ “Reasonable Doubt”   Websites / Social Media: Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Ogden Payne Website: www.ogdenpayne.com For the Students Tour: https://www.forthestudentstour.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Guest: Ogden Payne Instagram: www.instagram.com/ogdenpayne Host: Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman Host: Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck Audio Engineer: Jarrell Bradley Audio Mixer: Chynna Holmes

Nutrition Health Coach, Wendi Cherry joins Zeplyn and Rebecca for a discussion about finding your passion, getting quiet, distractions, tapping back into your power, and listening to your instincts. Zeplyn opens with a quote from visionary film director, Ava Duvernay, she says to be passion driven - there's no strategy to life. To this Wendi wholeheartedly agrees and says the people who follow their instincts find much more fulfillment. Wendi goes onto to say that we only have seventeen seconds to set the tone for our day, no more no less, make sure you find time in your day to listen to this week’s episode! Things to Think About:  Be strategy-less in finding your passion.  We’re born with our instinct. Listen to and trust your instincts. You have seventeen seconds to set the tone for your day. We are all energy and you are what you attract. You have a choice in what you feel. Learn to drop from the head and into the belly not the heart.   Websites / Social Media: Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Wendi Cherry Website: www.goddess-awaken.com Wendi Cherry Blog: www.fromjerztome.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Wendi  Cherry Instagram: www.instagram.com/awakenandheal Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck

Health and Fitness expert, Malik Stevens joined Zeplyn and Rebecca last week for a discussion about living a healthier lifestyle, healthy eating, finding your “why”, and taking agency over your own life. A few of you wrote in ahead of time to ask Malik some direct questions. Here are his answers. Social Media: Email: Contact@theneoelite.com Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Malik Stevens Instagram: www.instagram.com/malik340 Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck

Health and Fitness expert, Malik Stevens joins Zeplyn and Rebecca for a discussion about living a healthier lifestyle, healthy eating, finding your “why”, and taking agency over your own life. Malik says that taking agency is being in charge of your outcomes many people tend to place blame on their jobs, their parents etc; but taking accountability is an important step in leading a healthier lifestyle. If you’re just trying to get up and get active make sure you tune into this week's episode. Things to Think About:  Having a safety net is important but, you can’t allow your safety net to trip you up Reaching out for help is the first step to changing your lifestyle Aspire to be the best version of you Pay attention to a person's habits as opposed to their results Our work ethics don’t always equate to our desires Nutrition is key - You can’t outwork a bad diet You have to practice moderation Building a community is essential to fitness Recommendations: National Academy of Sports and Medicine Bodybuilding.com   Social Media: Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite Malik Stevens Instagram: www.instagram.com/malik340 Zeplyn Tillman Instagram: www.instagram.com/zeplyntillman Rebecca Franklin Instagram: www.instagram.com/lil_babybeck

Top Rising Soul and R&B group BlaqueStone - On this week’s episode, BlaqueStone consisting of rapper Nyne and singer Queen discuss taking time for ourselves. Zeplyn opens with a quote from Andre 3000’s interview with GQ more and says that despite what society says taking time for yourself is important. To this Blaquestone says taking consistent time for yourself is essential and it allows you to stay in tune with yourself. Take time for yourself and listen to this podcast. Things to Think About:  Relationships with accountability are important Know when you’re active healthy and happy versus when you’re lethargic You have to live with the decisions you make Taking time for yourself helps you to be in tuned with what’s true to you Work hard while maintaining balance Find what’s authentic to you in your own space of release You have everything you need within yourself, to move forward There is beauty in everything good and bad Love, Life, Time, and Peace   Recommendation: Earth to André 3000: The OutKast Icon Talks Life After “Hey Ya!” GQStyle The Right BlaqueStone Kill JAY Z JAYZ Photosynthesis Illa J Homebody Nai Palm Deathless Ibeyi feat. Kamasi Washington Black Radio Robert Glasper Snarky Puppy Derrick Hodge Moonchild Bilal Hiatus Kaiyote Richard Bonnet   Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite BlaqueStone Website: www.blaquestone.com BlaqueStone Socials: @blaquestone_

Top Rising Soul and R&B group BlaqueStone - On this week’s episode, BlaqueStone consisting of rapper Nyne and singer Queen discuss taking time for ourselves. Zeplyn opens with a quote from Andre 3000’s interview with GQ more and says that despite what society says taking time for yourself is important. To this Blaquestone says taking consistent time for yourself is essential and it allows you to stay in tune with yourself. Take time for yourself and listen to this podcast. Things to Think About:  Relationships with accountability are important Know when you’re active healthy and happy versus when you’re lethargic You have to live with the decisions you make Taking time for yourself helps you to be in tuned with what’s true to you Work hard while maintaining balance Find what’s authentic to you in your own space of release You have everything you need within yourself, to move forward There is beauty in everything good and bad Love, Life, Time, and Peace   Recommendation: Earth to André 3000: The OutKast Icon Talks Life After “Hey Ya!” GQStyle The Right BlaqueStone Kill JAY Z JAYZ Photosynthesis Illa J Homebody Nai Palm Deathless Ibeyi feat. Kamasi Washington Black Radio Robert Glasper Snarky Puppy Derrick Hodge Moonchild Bilal Hiatus Kaiyote Richard Bonnet   Neo Elite Website: www.theneoelite.com Neo Elite Instagram: www.instagram.com/theneoelite BlaqueStone Website: www.blaquestone.com BlaqueStone Socials: @blaquestone_

Young Adult Life Coach, Dr. Marlena McKnight joins Zeplyn and Aaron for a discussion about mastering productivity; and how it is ultimately tied to success, the busy olympics, the reality of productive procrastination, distractions, and some tips for how you can stay productive. Zeplyn asks what is productivity?  To this Dr. Mcknight says productivity is being very clear about not only your end goal but your next steps and working towards your goals with intensity, intentionality, and a little bit of grind. Make sure you’re staying productive this week by listening to this weeks episode you don’t want to miss it! Things to Think About:  You have to be vulnerable enough to share your goals and quiet enough to know if you’re operating out of fear Productivity requires both intensity and intentionality Being a “Jack of all trades master of none” is the demise of many There are seasons where you have to be all in Knowing how to be still and listening to yourself is a skill Your job doesn’t define you Pay yourself first Understanding where you draw energy from is important Recommendation: Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike Phil Knight Get You Daniel Caesar ft.Kali Uchis Love Songs Isley Brothers Social Media: Follow Neo Elite on Instagram Follow Zeplyn Tillman on Instagram Follow Aaron Landrum on Instagram

Washington D.C. based influencer, Michell C. Clark joins Zeplyn and Aaron, and the guys jump into life, goals, push back, and of course success. Millennials are definitely a unique group in 2018. We became the largest working demographic, but how do they view success and pushback? Zeplyn opens with a quote from Dr. Dre’s, Defiant Ones documentary where Dr. Dre expresses frustration with being lost and unsure of where he was going, and what he was doing in terms of his journey and his career. Michell follows up with his frustrations upon being kicked out of West Point, his frustrations with starting a new career, new business ventures, and eventually finding success. This week’s podcast is packed with plenty of gems on what it takes to be successful and the distinct path it takes to get there. Things to Think About: It is when you give up on yourself that you have your breakthrough or ah hah moment. Whether you’re 35 or 65 you’re gonna get there. Everybody’s journey is everybody’s journey Our expectations don’t have the same forgiveness we should have in humanity. We can never see someone’s full story unless we’re that person Don’t take swimming lessons from people who can’t swim Filter, Filter, Filter!! Recommendation:   The Defiant Ones Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre   “WE ARE KING” KING “Hour for Hour” Travis Scott   Hours Spent Loving You Sango & Xavier Omär