Stay A While

"Your job can’t be you’re trying to find purpose, because you need purpose…" - Mori TaheripourThere are many paths to reach a destination. Trusting your process will point you in the right direction is key to ultimately getting there. Mori Taheripour, negotiation expert, author, speaker, and advisor joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:How Mori started working sports.Mori’s love for sports and its unification powers.Mori shares how purposeful and fulfilling her work is, and enlightens us on purpose, evolving as we open our hearts to the journey.Watch Stay A While Podcast on YouTubeHost: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Mori Taheripour / https://www.moritaheripour.comProduced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusicBy: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Longevity is everything." - Erika KeglerSports have the power to transport you around the globe. Today’s guest is impacting the professional world of tennis and developing the athletes who play the game.Erika Kegler, Director of Player Development, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Erika’s role and responsibilities at ATP.What professional development programs entail for young professional tennis players.Erika shares how her love of sports ultimately led her to professional tennis.Connecting to sports with her father, and how she continues their bond at special sporting events.The most rewarding aspect of Erika’s work at ATP.Resilience in the journey.Erika the woman.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Erika Kegler Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Everybody's life has value and purpose." - Whitney A. JacksonEveryone has something positive to contribute to the community. We are all sisters and brothers in the human family. The more we know about each other, the better we know how to show up for one another. Today’s guest is showing up for women and children through Warrick Dunn Charities Inc.Whitney A. Jackson, Warrick Dunn Charities Inc. Executive Director, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Warrick Dunn Charities Homes for the Holidays flagship program, in honor of Betty Smothers, Warrick’s mother.Whitney’s 20 years of impactful work in the community with a focus on women and children.Creating a family culture of giving back to the community.Warrick Dunn Charities’s partnership with affordable housing programs.The magic of transforming the awardees' house into a home.Whitney’s greatest memory of presenting a mother with her new home.Who is Whitney A. Jackson?Whitney shares words of wisdom for people considering careers in non profit mission driven work.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest:Whitney A. Jackson Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Your success in one space can transfer over to another space, regardless of what it is." - Leslie SatchellIn due time the student has the opportunity to become the teacher. Today’s guest was a scholar track athlete at UVA and a third grade teacher. Now she is coaching and providing professional development to the next class of executives and coaches in professional sports. Leslie Satchell takes us to school on how to transfer one success to the next.Leslie Satchell, CEO and Founder of Stretch, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:What Leslie does in the world of sports.How athletic skills and discipline transfer outside of sports.Leslie shares how her unique experience of working with the NFLPA and NFL has made her a unicorn in the space of equipping players who desire to transition to an executive.The value of institutional knowledge and the currency of relationships.The importance of cultivating all relationships as you move through your career.What’s next for Leslie.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Leslie Satchell Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusicBy: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"The athletes who are successful after the game are the ones who took authority when they were in the game ." - Tamara WashingtonExperience is life’s greatest teacher. The key is applying the lessons learned along the way. Working with professional athletes and entertainers comes with many rewards and challenges. Today’s guest has acquired many lessons in her career as sports publicist and manager.Tamara Washington, Founder and Executive Consultant at Boom Media and Image Consulting , joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Being intentional for others while ensuring the proper measure of intentionality is applied to you.Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The lessons Tamara has learned.Other streams of revenue Tamara activated as she built her roster of clients.How Tamara transferred her knowledge as a television producer to her public relations business.The opportunities available for women on the business side of sports.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Tamara Washington Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Dont't put women in a box." - Odessa JenkinsPeople talk about embracing the process. How many realize the process is where your dream unfolds before your eyes? The key is remaining committed even when the odds are stacked up against you. Today’s guest has a champion heart. She is committed to winning against all odds.Odessa Jenkins, Founder of Women’s National Football Conference, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Who is Odessa?Birthing the Women’s National Football Conference.How to make strides in getting women playing tackle football compensated.OJ’s proven success.Being a disruptor to generate change that benefits all.When you’re the first, looking for comparison is second nature. Removing the comparison so women can simply shine.How Odessa desires for her children to see her.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Odessa Jenkins Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusicBy: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Fit out, don’t fit in!" - Alvina AlstonImagine setting up your office in a bathroom stall. Today’s guest was determined to walk into her calling to assist others in telling their stories. Alvina Alston has represented clients across all sports and entertainment. She is a builder of people. Alvina takes us to class on remaining true to who you are and humors us with her vibrant storytelling.Alvina Alston, CEO at More Media Hits L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Everything does not have to look perfect for you to step into your calling.Don’t talk yourself out of pursuing a purpose. Your gift is your qualifier.Being proud of who you are.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Alvina Alston / @moremediahits / https://moremediahits.com Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"You find your passion, you find your people." - Nausicaa Dell’OrtoChoosing how to live a life fulfilled comes at a price. You are worth every cent. Even when your dream requires going against the expectations of others. Your courage may be the fuel to ignite the reality for generations to come. Today’s guest knows all about this! Nausicaa Dell’Orto, American Football Player, Captain of Italian National Team, Producer, and Forbes Italia 30 under 30, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Expansion of Milan Italy's premiere flag football league.Being Yourself and finding your own space.Nausicaa’s work at DAZN as a producer, storytelling through documentaries.Why it is important for athletes to explore passions outside of their sport.Humanizing professional athletes.What’s next for Nausicaa.Watch on YouTubeHost: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Nausicaa Dell’Orto Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"If our cities and our communities aren’t better because we’re in it, then we shouldn’t be in that community." - Lauren ClayborneWhen looking back on your journey, what word would you use to describe the journey? Today’s guest has two words for us – Surprise and Delight. Trusting the process may sound cliche, but if you stop you eliminate the opportunity for progress. Lauren Clayborne, Golden State Warriors Director of Community Relations, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Why Lauren decided to work in sports.The importance of using the sports platform to do good and create missioned aligned community partnerships.The memory of impact that stands out and makes Lauren’s heart smile.The experiences that stretch and challenge us mentally, and the word of encouragement to push us through the wall opposing progress.When the focus should shift from the closed door to the opportunity to grow and further develop yourself.Getting access to the door you want does mean exempt you from challenges.Lauren crafts her perfect job description.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Lauren Clayborne Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"It really makes me feel good to see others benefit from what I do." - Therese Van RyneCreating a work culture with the love of community as a pillar is beneficial for everyone’s mental well-being and lowers stress. Today’s guest highlights the power of giving back as a benefit for a company’s employees.Therese Van Ryne, Senior Director of External Communications for Zebra Technologies, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Bernie’s Book Bank partnership with Zebra Technologies and Zippy’s Special Gift authored by Therese Van Ryne.Zebra Technologies’ partnership with Love Thy Neighbor for Vincent Country Safe Zone Activity Day.Zebra’s philanthropy philosophy: Doing well by doing good.The impact of philanthropy on the Zebra team.Why giving back is important to Therese.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Therese Van Ryne / Zebra TechnologiesProduced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Love does not hurt. Love is something that you cherish. Love is something that you smile to, that brings you joy." - Sabrina GreenleeEveryone has a story to tell. Some tell their story through their actions. A personal connection to your work in the community gives a deliberate focus highlighting the “WHY”. This week's guest is committed to positively impacting the lives of domestic violence survivors at every stage of their healing journey. Sabrina Greenlee, CEO + Founder of S.M.O.O.O.T.H, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:NFL Unsung Heroes Celebration of the frontline workers of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.S.M.O.O.O.T.H’s work supporting domestic violence survivors.Sabrina and her son, Deandre Hophins’s, connection to their community work to be effective.Being committed and intentional about your work to generate lasting social impact.Sabrina’s thoughts about love.The importance of being you.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Sabrina Greenlee / @sabrinagreenlee12 / www.smooothinc.org Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"I may fail at a lot of things in my life before it’s over, but if I try, that is my success." - Melanie FewPerseverance overcomes rejection. Every “no” presents an opportunity to evolve. If you keep going, “yes” will meet you along the way. Today’s guest believes “no” is a blessing.Melanie Few, Founder & Executive Producer of Super Bowl Gospel Celebration, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Staying in it to win it. Birthing Super Bowl Gospel.When the history of “no” looms in the present, the power of a mother’s words to “keep a going”. How no helps you to evolve.The Super Bowl Gospel Choir on America’s Got Talent.Special moments of Super Bowl Gospel.The Road To 25 – celebrating the 25th year anniversary of Super Bowl Gospel.It’s the little things in life that give you so much joy.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Melanie Few / @therealmelaniefew Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"When you open up the door for one, you open up the door for many." - LaTonya StoryWhen life knocks you down, get up determined to thrive. Every season of life presents challenges, resulting in opportunities for learning and growth. Today’s guest LaTonya Story knows a thing or two about getting knocked down. Her vulnerability in the conversation opens up the door for our listening community to see it is possible to persevere beyond our circumstances and achieve our dreams.LaTonya Story, CEO at LPS Consulting PR L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:LaTonya’s 23 years of experience in public relations and branding.Persevering beyond our challenges and having the courage to shed “what happens in this house, stays in this house”.Anchoring in faith, belief in yourself, and becoming a dreamer.The Sports Power Brunch: Celebrating The Most Powerful Women In Sports held annually during Super Bowl week.Women in sports being architects in the success of the world of sports.LaTonya’s ability to continue to live out her purpose after the sudden death of her son, Sterling, from cancer – malignant lymphomas. Support the American Cancer Society in honor of Sterling https://www.cancer.orgHost: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: LaTonya Story / @Latonya Story / https://lpsconsultingpr.com Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"When you walk into a room like you own the room, people have to accept you at face value." - Terri HinesOwning your greatness is a mental posture that sets the tone for how others receive you. Position yourself to get respect from go. Today's guest provides us with a dose of confidence to standing firm in who we are and commanding respect when we walk into a room.Terri Hines, Executive Vice President of Communications at Fox Sports, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:Leading communications for Super Bowl LVII.Being the first Black person to lead communications for any sports organization.Surrounding yourself with the right team to get the job done.How walking with confidence garners respect with others.Terri’s work with The Rape Foundation. www.therapefoundation.orgThe power of affirmation from a confident grandmother.Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Terri Hines Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

On this final episode of our second season, we reflect on family. It's been a consistent topic on this show and that's not a coincidence. The work of building a life we love and a life that impacts others starts with the love and support of our village. So, look back with us at these conversations with Tommi and Troy Vincent, intergenerational healers Khadijah and Zakkiyah Abdul-Mateen, businesswoman extraordinaire Diahann Billings-Burford, and negotiation expert Mori Taheripour.Don't forget to stay connected with us on Instagram at @stayawhileshow. And tune in to IG Live with @cheftommiv every Monday night at 7p ET.Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue MediaMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

How do you identify healthy love? How do you talk to younger generations about the red flags (and the green flags)? On this episode of Stay A While podcast, Tommi sits down with the 'love is respect' (https://loveisrespect.org) director Angela Lee for a deep and fulfilling conversation about what it means to create safe spaces for young people figuring out how to navigate relationships, and the lessons we should never be silent about.To learn more about love is respect and to donate, please visit www.loveisrespect.org Angela Lee has been employed with The National Domestic Violence Hotline for 10 years. She has served on the front lines as a Phone Service advocate as well as a Program Service Manager before serving as Director of love is respect. Angela has an abundance of experience working in the social justice field including substance abuse, behavioral health, sexual assault, and at-risk youth.Angela feels youth experience severe life stressors including unhealthy relationships, which makes her job purpose-driven. Her great passion is empowering young people to find healthy perceptions of themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe, healthy individuals.Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)https://instagram.com/cheftommivProduced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue MediaMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

Real talk is a hallmark of this show so this week we’re digging into all things PETTINESS. Whether we want to admit it or not, we’ve all had our petty moments, our shady thoughts, or jabs at others when they tap dance on our nerves. This week, author and podcast host Demetria L. Lucas (https://instagram.com/demetriallucas) offers her perspective on what makes us do it and how she reins it.You can learn more about Demetria on her website and keep up with her life and pop culture commentary. You can also catch her podcast Ratchet and Respectable (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ratchet-respectable/id1449001372) anywhere you listen to podcasts. Dubbed “the Black Carrie Bradshaw” by The Washington Post, Demetria L. Lucas is an award-winning author, journalist, and media personality with an all-consuming obsession with modern relationships and a penchant for cultural commentary. You can find her musing on her favorite topics as a frequent contributor on Good Morning America, MSNBC, and HLN, or listen to her latest thoughts on everything from pop culture to politics on her twice-weekly podcast, Ratchet & Respectable. Demetria is the author of two books, A Belle in Brooklyn: The Go-to Guide for Living Your Best Single Life, a memoir about dating in her 20s; and Don’t Waste Your Pretty: The Go to-Guide for Making Smarter Decisions in Life & Love, an advice manual based on her insanely popular online advice column, “Ask Demetria”. She is also the Executive Producer of “Don’t Waste Your Pretty”, a TV film based on her second book of the same title (February 2021).Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)https://instagram.com/cheftommivProduced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue MediaMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

"...Motherhood is one of the most underappreciated jobs in the whole world. Like it is. You're literally raising citizens of the world, the next world leaders, the next engineers, the next great chef, the next author like you're raising these people.”- Desiré Vincent LevyBy now, you all know Tommi is a big advocate of women taking the opportunity to do “whatever the heck we want to do!” in every aspect of our lives. So, it’s no surprise that her eldest daughter Desiré Vincent Levy took a seat at the Stay A While table to share just how she has learned to embody that mindset as a mother, entrepreneur, and activist. Desiré shares what she would tell her younger self, how to overcome the frustrations that form when everyone has an opinion on how you should mother your children, and life lessons about how her relationship has helped her lean into all the different aspects of herself.About Desiré:Desiré Vincent Levy is a communications strategist specializing in advocacy and impact litigation, and the co-founder of Detroit Kitchen Terminal. She is currently a Michigan Political Leadership Fellow with the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research at Michigan State University and Executive Producer of a forthcoming Detroit Free Press documentary. She is on the Board of Directors for the Detroit Food & Youth Entrepreneurship Academy and on the Board of Trustees at the Museum of Food and Drink.Connect with Desiré and learn more about her work, follow her on Twitter at @DVincentLevy.Connect with Me! You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommivVisit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue MediaMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiELEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts!

This is the first episode in our Liberated Woman series, exploring what it really means to be a free woman, beyond anyone else’s opinions or ideas.You can’t ever really know freedom until you know who you are and fight to be here, no matter what. No one knows this better than today’s guest, Brittney Oliver, Founder of Lemons 2 Lemonade, a successful networking platform & event series that provides career content and inspiration. Her career path has been anything but straight and the ways in which she has had to fight to be her most authentic self along the way are inspiring. On this first episode of Stay A While’s Liberated Woman Series, Brittney lets us in on the twists and turns that forced her to pivot, the best advice she’s ever gotten, and how her 30s helped her to reevaluate her life and make some important changes.In this episode you’ll hear about: - The Art of the Pivot - How Brittney Learned To Show Up As Her Authentic Self [29:18] - Shifting From The Wake-Grinding To Living a Full Life [39:53] - How Turning 30 Shifted Brittney’s FocusYou can follow Brittney on Instagram @bsoliver. And visit www.l2lmixer.com to learn more about their mixers, panel discussions, business support, and live chats.Brittney Oliver is a career and lifestyle freelance writer and content strategist based in Nashville. Over the past three years, Brittney has built her platform Lemons 2 Lemonade to help young professionals turn career obstacles around. Her platform is known for its networking mixers which have brought over 2,000 professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives together to turn life’s lemons into lemonade in NYC, Nashville, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and Atlanta.Her mixers have been supported by PayPal, BuzzFeed, Verizon, Bumble, Dove, CoverGirl, Jack Daniel’s, and Ciroc. While building Lemons 2 Lemonade, Brittney worked as a senior digital marketing and email marketing manager while contributing as a writer to Fast Company and ESSENCE.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue MediaMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE