Ayanna Davis is an autism advocate who brings positive attention and awareness to autism. She is also an artist, illustrator, fashion designer, and author of 2 books and counting. She is also living with autism. On the podcast we chatted about: -What this past year in the pandemic has been like for her -Why she believes she was diagnosed with autism later in life -Experiences she has had as a Black woman living with autism -Common misconceptions of autism -What she wants p...
Keisha Greaves is the founder of Girls Chronically Rock, owner of the non profit - trust your abilities, she’s a podcast host, and At the age of 24, she was diagnosed with Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and her life changed. But far from being bogged down by it, Keisha decided not only to embrace it but to celebrate Muscular Dystrophy and other chronic illnesses, giving life to her dream of starting a fashion line. Today, Keisha is a motivational speaker who talks abo...
Amanda Fludd who is wife, mom of two, a Psychotherapist and a Mindset Coach. On the podcast we chatted about: 🎧Letting go of mom guilt 🎧Being intentional and involving our kids in conversations pertaining to our work and schedules and why it is so important. 🎧Why Black people need to get over the taboo of therapy. 🎧How our mental and physical health are connected and how we need to address both. 🎧What you can do now to make your mental health a priority. For more information check out ...
Iolani Bullock is a wife, mom of two, a DEI Specialist and the author of the book "Lenox Takes Flight" On the podcast we chatted about: -Why she wrote the book "Lenox Takes Flight" - What she hopes children will get out of her book -The importance of travel even if you think your kids are too young to remember -Her favorite places she's traveled to -What's on her travel bucket list ------ Follow me: www.instagram.com/stayathomemomyeahright www.facebook.com/stayathomemomyeahright
Hilda Manyo-Dickson is a wife, mom of 3, author of the book “Osunyameye”, a speaker, a financial coach, and a warrior who has faced some unexpected difficulties in life - but God! On the podcast we chatted about: -What this past year has been like for her and her family. -What her vision for her life was when she was younger and what God actually had planned for her life. -How her and her husband got through the difficulties of infertility and their daughter's cancer journey. - A...
Tee Clark was known as Johns Hopkins sickest Covid-19 patient who survived and recovered. His wife, Marcy Myles-Clark journaled each day and turned their experience into a best selling memoir " Praying Wife Healed Husband" On the podcast I chatted with both Marcy and Tee about: -Both of their Covid-19 diagnosis' on March 17, 2020 -How they believe they contracted Covid -Tee's 28 days in a medically induced coma and 46 days in the hospital -The long term effects Tee is facing from Covid...
Jennifer Stafford is a licensed psychotherapist practicing in Manhattan. where she runs Ivy Relationship Consultants. She received both of her Master’s Degrees in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from San Diego State University. On the podcast we chatted about: -Making mental health a priority -Why unpacking our trauma is so important -How she helps her clients To find her goto: https://www.ivyrelationships.com ----- ...
Christie Barnes is a mom of four and author of the recent book"What Every Parent Needs to Know About College Admissions: How to Prepare Your Child to Succeed in College and Life with Step-by-Step Planner" She has been featured on ABC News, NPR, the New York Times, Forbes, Reader's Digest to name a few; speaking widely in person, TV and radio with more than 200 appearances. Did you know that over 80% of parents cling to elite and traditional college and career mindsets? With the U.S. h...
Karese Laguerre is a wife, Mom of 4, author of the book “Accomplished; How To Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout and Execute Your Goals”, she is a Myofunctional Therapist and runs her own business, The Myo Spot. On the podcast we chatted about: -Myofunctional Therapy -The importance of a good nights sleep -How ADHD can be a misdiagnosis for a sleep disorder -How to know when to get your child diagnosed for a sleep disorder -The disparities in the Black community -Quality vs. Quantity of ...
Sophonie LaFortune is a single mom to four foster children. She is also an entrepreneur and owns "How We Juicing" On the podcast we chatted about: -What these past two years in the pandemic have been like for her and family -Why she became a foster mom -How she thinks the foster care system can do better in supporting foster parents -Why she believe every foster home should be a therapeutic home -Why it's important for a foster child to be a good fit for your home -Why asking qu...
Danielle Meadows-Stinnett is a wife to her amazing husband Kevin, mom to 4 boys, a gamer, an entrepreneur, podcaster, and speaker. On the podcast we chatted about: -Parenthood in a blended family -The importance of showing our children our raw moments even in grief. -Life after a rainbow baby -Lessons she's learned from her sons. ------ Follow me: www.instagram.com/stayathomemomyeahright www.facebook.com/stayathomemomyeahright
Fatima Oliver is a wife, mom of 4 boys, a speaker, consultant and an overcomer. She is also the author of the book “The Prescription Is In The Dirt” On the podcast we chatted about: -Her book " The Prescription Is In The Dirt" -Her journey to self healing, love, and acceptance -How she parents differently than how she was parented -What helped her overcome all that she has been through in her life Please buy Fatima's book here: https://amzn.to/3GAAiL ------- Follow me: www.instagra...
Tanya Hackney is married to her high school sweetheart, Jay, she is a homeschool mom of 5, a live aboard sailor, and author of "Leaving The Safe Harbor: The Risks And Rewards Of Raising A Family On A Boat" (which will be released on Halloween 2021). On the podcast we chatted about: -How living at sea helped her and her family survive the pandemic. -Why her and her husband sold it all to move aboard a boat and how you can too. -How her family pushed away their fears so they could ...
Uchenna L. Umeh, MD (aka Dr. Lulu The Momatrician) is a mom, a wife, board-certified pediatrician, global speaker on youth suicide and an encourager of how parents can support their LGBTQIA + children, 2-time bestselling author, and youth suicide activist. She is Nigerian-born, mother of three and the CEO of Teen Alive, and Dr. Lulu’s Youth Health Center, both dedicated to the care of high risk teens and suicide prevention. On the podcast we chatted about: -How she coaches parent...
Kim Miller is is a wife to her high school sweetheart and mom of 4 children - 2 from the womb and 2 from the heart. She is the first African American Poet Laureate of Prince William County in Virginia from October 2020-October 2022. She is also a parent advocate, motivational speaker, author, host, and facilitator. On the podcast we chatted about: -What this past year has been like for her and her family. -Her life as a divorcee and the importance of prioritizing your children eve...
Sedruola Maruska is a wife, Mom, Cancer survivor, and Diversity and Inclusion Consultant and the host of the Diversity Dish Podcast. On the podcast we chatted about: -What it's like having a Black son in this day and age. -How her cancer diagnosis changed the trajectory of her life. -How racism affects everyone. - How corporations need to have a culture of equity and inclusion so everyone can feel a part of the company culture. -How everyone can work to be an ally right where they are. You...
Nicole Odom-Hardnett is a wife, mom of two children and five bonus children. She is also an author and entrepreneur. On the podcast we chatted about: -What this past year has been like for and her family and that sadly she knew at least 20 people who have died from Covid-19. -All about her blended family. -How blended families can overcome their struggles. -When she felt it was right for her kids to meet her now husband's kids and vice versa. -What the adjustment was like living with h...
Melissa Williams is a Mom of six , a pastor, motivational speaker, and Founder & CEO of Recherche’ Enterprises a multimillion dollar group of companies working in real estate, event planning, transportation and logistics. On the podcast we chatted about: -How this past year has been amazing for Melissa and her family -How Melissa went from experiencing homelessness to thriving and owning multimillion dollar businesses. -What made and continues to make Melissa persevere. -Wha...
Laquita Monley is married to her high school sweetheart, a mom of 5, and grandma of 5 who like most moms has their hands in many things. She operates in purpose and expertise as a savvy real estate investor, business coach, mentor, podcast host, and intentional speaker. On the podcast we chatted about: -How this pandemic has been a blessing for her and her family. -What life was like for her and her family when her husband was in the military. She shares some personal stori...
Joi Fisher- Griffin is a wife, mom, speaker, teacher, and adoptee advocate. On the podcast we chatted about: -What this past year has been like for her and her daughters as a teacher during the remote year. -Joi's adoption story -How Joi is helping adopted and foster care children -How Joi met both of her biological parents - Joi's message of hope to those looking for their birth parents. -How Joi has been able to find Joy. ------ Please follow me: www.instagram.com/stayathomem...