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This is Confessions Of A Melanated Queen, a podcast designed to celebrate the achievements within Black culture. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessions-of-a-melanated-queen/support
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On this Season 2 premier, Dr. Lauren Meeks shares some updates on Confessions of A Melanated Queen and Melanated Queen Productions LLC.
She also shared her thoughts on VICTIMHOOD, where she identified 5 different examples of victim behavioral traits.
1) The Servant who wants to be served.
2) The Lover of ISM's
3) The Girl Who Cried Wolf
4) The Keyboard Guru
5) Sir No Opportunity
Are you one of these victims?
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen Podcast Welcomes Attorney Ashley Kirkwood.
Ashley is the self-proclaimed “Lit Lawyer”, who supports other entrepreneurs by teaching them the essentials of trademarking, understanding contracts, and all things related to running an efficient and protected business.
Ashley has such a great personality and I absolutely love her transparency and her ability to empower others throughout their journeys.
Follow Ashley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theashleynicoleshow/
Take Her Course, Get The Tea On Trademarks: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-the-tea-on-trademarks-tickets-56355189890
Attend Her Workshop, Talk Your Way To Cash: rebrand.ly/SpeakYourWayToCash
Book a Session: https://www.mobilegeneralcounsel.com/schedule-appointment/
Donate to The Kirkwood Foundation: https://www.paypal.me/KirkwoodFoundation
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes author and entrepreneur, Tara Seals, AKA The Bossy Educator!
From the classroom to the boardroom, Tara has taken over 20 years of professional experience and created an award winning brand designed to empower educators and businesses alike to create multiple streams of income and to adopt the mindset of being the “boss” of your own destiny.
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen Welcomes Chaun McDonald, owner of NZuri Means Beautiful!
Here is my confession today….
I am enamored with people who build their own paths!
Today we meet with owner of Nzuri Means Beautiful, Chaun McDonald. Her handmade body products are made with love and natural ingredients. I am a huge fan of her bath bombs! They are relaxing, soothing, and healthy for your skin.
On today's show, Chaun explores all of her products with us and she shared how she got started, as well as some of her plans for the future.
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen Podcast welcomes Brother Nuri Madina II Of Englewood Enterprise Gallery!!
Brother Madina discussed the influence of artistic expression within our respective communities and the program opportunities his organization offers in an effort to bridge the cultural gap.
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The Confessions Of A Melanated Queen podcast welcomes Chan Harrell of Emerald Escape Products!
Chan shared her entrepreneurial journey and how she turned her natural talent of making spa products into a brick and mortar business that is aiding in the Black economic power movement of Gary, Indiana.
Special thanks to the Melanated Queen Awards sponsors, including Emerald Escape Products, Florea Flower Bar, and McNulty International!!
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Adriann Sims-Harris is a wife, mother, and Jackie of All Trades. In this conversation, Adriann shares how she struggled to find a place in the workforce after taking years off to finish school and establish a foundation for her family.
Instead of letting the job market discourage her, Adrianne used her years of administrative experience to create a freelance business as a virtual assistant.
Adriann gives a lot of props to millennials, but she also challenges us to lead up, and give the generations before us encouragement to progress in a global society.
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The Confessions Of A Melanated Queen podcast welcomes Principal Latricia Booker of Faith Movers Academy!!!
Principal Booker discussed FMA and how Chicago-land families can now explore a revolutionized education for their children.
Are you a female entrepreneur? Join me in the Beauty, Brains, & Business VIP Program at https://www.thebeautybrainsandbusiness.com/membership-sign-up?via=dr-lauren
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen Welcomes Ashley Leggs!
Ashley is the founder of the podcast and inspirational brand, Slay Girl, Slay.
Ashley sat with me to welcome each of you to a prosperous new year!! Ashely is such an inspiration, and as a millennial, she has been able to encourage thousands of women weekly through her podcast.
What I love about Ashley, is that she is the best friend each of us always wanted and needed.
She empowers, uplifts, and greets each of us every week with a “Hey boo!”. She is the epitome of living your best life.
You can check out her website at Slaygirlslay.com, subscribe to her podcast, and follow her on Instagram @slaygirlslay.
If you want to donate to the Confessions Of Melanated Queen documentary series, visit https://confessionsofamelanatedqueen.com/support-the-confessions-of-a-melanated-queen-documentary-project/
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Today we celebrate our one year anniversary! Confessions Of A Melanated Queen was founded on January 1, 2018 and today we commemorate the brand by introducing Melanated Queen Productions LLC, The first annual Melanated Queen Awards, and the new documentary series!
Are you a female entrepreneur? Join me in the Beauty, Brains, & Business VIP Program at https://www.thebeautybrainsandbusiness.com/membership-sign-up?via=dr-lauren
Sign up today!
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You asked, I answered! On this episode, I answered all of your questions regarding my nonprofit, my marriage, my thoughts on feminism, and more!
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes Davarrio The Great, author of Fate Of The Black Family Vol. 1.
Davarrio The Great and I sat down to discuss his book and how it addresses various components of building a stronger foundation for Black men, women, and children by acknowledging controversial and thought-provoking topics that impact our ability to move forward, together, as a culture.
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After serving 25 years as a social worker, Dawn Barnes walked away from it all to launch Chandere's Cakes.
Dawn shares how she allowed her faith to guide her decision to take the big jump into entrepreneurship, and the importance of finding "your happy" while you can still enjoy it!
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes Rochelle Wise, owner of the hair care line RWise.
Rochelle used her 20 years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist to develop a formula that will strengthen and restore the health of Black hair. In this conversation, Rochelle shared her passion for helping women feel good about themselves and regain their confidence through personalized pampering services.
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes Dreana Johnson. I had the pleasure of sitting with Dreana Johnson as we talked about her work as an inspirationalist, author, advocate, professional DJ, and motivational speaker!!
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes fellow podcaster Tobi Tajomavwo, of Tobi Talks!
The journey through a career in health care has it's challenges.
I had a chance to sit with Tobi to discuss her work as a Quality Improvement Nurse and how she uses her podcast platform to empower millennials to explore career paths outside of bedside care.
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Planning an event can be stressful. Fortunately, there is solution! Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes Demetria Brown of The Blueprint Events Co. LLC.
Demetria and I discussed her journey through entrepreneurship, as she has taken her personal talent in organizational planning, to launching an event planning firm that caters to all social and professional needs!!
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Confessions Of A Melanated Queen welcomes Dr. Hakeemah Muhammad, Co-Founder Of The Royal Empress.
Dr. Muhammad and I discussed the importance of being spiritually grounded, training women to defend and protect their communities, female mentorship, and instilling melanin pride in our Black men.
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I had the pleasure of sitting with Lakichay Nadirah Muhammad of The Center for Self Improvement Wholistic Wellness and Transformation, author, and co-founder of The Royal Empress.
Lakichay and I discussed her work centered on maternal health, wholistic wellness, parent advocacy, and the power of thought and choice.
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In honor of the work that The Royal Empress is doing in our community, I sat down with Co-Founder, Akilah Shabazz to discuss her passion for elevating women through her annual women's retreat, her book, the power of mediation, and viewing the opportunity to travel through the lens of a world learner.
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