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Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceEmbracing Your Superpower with Dr. Aletha MillerEmbracing Your Superpower: A Conversation with Dr. Aletha Miller
This episode was recorded on May 3, 2024.
Show Notes:
1. Introduction to Dr. Aletha Miller: Psychologist, mother, wife, and empowerment coach
2. Dr. Miller's journey of self-discovery: From being called the "Jolly Green Giant" in childhood to embracing her height and confidence
3. The importance of taking up space and walking in your unique footprint
4. Discussion on finding balance as a woman with multiple roles and responsibilities
- Redefining balance as being "perfectly imbalanced"
- The arbitrary nature of societal expectations for balance
5. Signs of being critically imbalanced:
- Non-existent...2024-09-1141 minBrick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceThe Stuff Dreams Are Made ofSummary
Welcome the one and only Shon Simon to Brick by Brick!
Shon Simon, owner and CEO of Shon Simon Co, shares her journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced in the fashion manufacturing industry. She started as a celebrity makeup artist in New York City before moving to LA to open an online clothing store. After facing setbacks and learning about manufacturing, she opened her own manufacturing company and worked with brands like Nike and Guess Jeans. Shon emphasizes the importance of representation and black ownership in the fashion industry. She is...2024-08-2845 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceReflecting on the JourneyDon't call it a comeback!
In this solo episode, Feleccia reflects on her journey and the challenges she faced while building The Brownstone Experience. She discusses the personal and professional growth she experienced, the impact of the pandemic on her business, and the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. Feleccia also shares her renewed focus on health and wellness and her excitement for season two of Brick by Brick, The Brownstone Experience.
Takeaways
Building a business can be challenging and exhausting, but it's important to prioritize self-care...2024-08-1323 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the Table with Moshae Donald discussing the state of the black communityEpisode 15: The State of Our Community
INTRO
Feleccia Turner, introduces the podcast as the second episode of "Brick by Brick," a podcast by The Brownstone Experience, where she talks with the cover stars about their business endeavors, careers, and life, focusing on entrepreneurship and community-related topics.
Introduction
Moshae, a practicing attorney among other things. They open by discussing the current state of their community, particularly in the context of racial inequalities and social justice issues.
Discussion on Racial Inequalities and...2023-07-3128 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch with Moshae Donald, our July-August cover starEpisode 14: Embracing Black Girl Magic: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph
INTRO
Feleccia Turner, Founder & CEO of The BrownStone Experience introduces the guest, Moshae Donald, a 37-year-old attorney from Mobile, AL, who is the July-August cover of The Brownstone Experience magazine. Moshae Donald is a 37-year-old attorney, mother of a 12-year-old son, former elementary school teacher, and upcoming bride. She shares her journey and passion for the legal field, especially advocating for children.
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Moshae talks about her initial dream of becoming...2023-07-3124 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the Table with Adjwoa TyehimbaMeet Adjwoa Tyehimba, an entrepreneur, author, and much more. We discuss her expertise in cannabis and how our communities are still being affected by the criminalization and also how we may be left behind in the commercialization of the industry. I learned so much and I hope you will too!
Enjoy!2023-07-2926 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch with Adjwoa TyehimbaAdjwoa Tyehimba was born and raised in Dallas and Atlanta. The cultural exposure that came from living in a diverse environment coupled with growing up around the Pan-African Connection Bookstore, founded by her father shaped her into the dynamic woman she is today. Her mother worked for Delta Airlines, providing opportunities for travel and cultural experiences.
Adjwoa is versatile, nuanced, and lives a soft life unapologetically.
Her career path began in Marine Fisheries Biology at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. She worked in water quality and food safety for Harris...2023-07-2919 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the Table with Dr. Latoya Clark on building a multi-faceted empireAs a multi-faceted businesswoman and practicing physician, Dr. Clark shares some advice on building an empire. She attributes some of her success to setting a 10 year goal, being accessible to her team and patients, and paying close attention to the numbers.2023-05-1821 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch with Dr. Latoya Clark on advocating for your maternal health careThis month our focus is motherhood and black maternal healthcare. We discuss how to take care of your body, prepare for pregnancy, advocate for yourself, and creating birthing teams.2023-05-1731 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the Table with Jennifer James - on preparing to raise capital for your brandOur April Cover Star Jennifer James is a visionary leader with over 15 years of specialized expertise committed to synchronizing innovative strategies that maximize organizational growth through developing key partnerships. Jennifer has successfully generated over $100MM in revenue through transforming concepts into viable deliverable products. She performs as the Senior Investment Officer and Lead for the Inclusive Capital Fund Initiative at Impact Ventures, a 501c3 startup accelerator and integrated capital fund with a mission to empower talented yet underestimated Women and Communities of color through inclusive entrepreneurship, community wealth-building, and integrated capital. Jennifer also facilitates as a Professor at Neeley...2023-04-1426 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch with Jennifer James - on finding your superpower and pivoting to your zone of geniusOur April Cover Star Jennifer James is a visionary leader with over 15 years of specialized expertise committed to synchronizing innovative strategies that maximize organizational growth through developing key partnerships. Jennifer has successfully generated over $100MM in revenue through transforming concepts into viable deliverable products. She performs as the Senior Investment Officer and Lead for the Inclusive Capital Fund Initiative at Impact Ventures, a 501c3 startup accelerator and integrated capital fund with a mission to empower talented yet underestimated Women and Communities of color through inclusive entrepreneurship, community wealth-building, and integrated capital. Jennifer also facilitates as a Professor at Neeley...2023-04-1428 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the table with Mayor Rachel Proctor on how we can lift as we climb and create space as black women entrepreneursMayor Rachel Proctor joins me at the table to discuss her lifelong entrepreneurial journey. We discuss ways to avoid burnout, the importance of doing your due diligence before committing to a new project, and how to be a tour guide for the next generation.2023-03-1620 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch with Mayor Rachel Proctor - how to serve using your natural talentsMayor Rachel Proctor, the youngest black female to ever serve in the role of Mayor of Desoto, Texas joins me on the couch this month. Our cover star for Women's History Month shares her story with us which begins in the same city in which is now serving as Mayor. Rachel, the baby of the bunch, is a Pastor's kid, a dog mom, and the ultimate girls' night-in host when she is not wearing her mayoral hat. Listen to learn more about her story, her advice on stepping into a public service role, and what it is like leading...2023-03-1625 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the Table with Kim Roxie - on trusting her intuition to go after something newKim and I move to the table to discuss her life-long entrepreneurship journey. She shares how she opened her first makeup store, LAMIK in a Houston mall, built a team, honed in on customer service, and raised money for causes near and dear to her heart. In 2019, she had a gut feeling to do something totally new and different. She moved on that pull from God and prepared to launch LAMIK 2.0, a tech-backed cosmetics brand.2023-02-2234 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch - Why Kim Roxie believes beauty is revealed not applied and how her company LAMIK Beauty stands in those values.I sat down with Kim Roxie, the CEO, and Founder of LAMIK Beauty - (pronounced La-Meek) a vegan makeup line made with natural and organic ingredients for multicultural women. Kim shares her values and belief that beauty is universal and should be recognized in all forms. We discuss creating images that highlight the beauty that we want to see rather than what is shown historically and commercially. We discuss her views on colorism and the state of beauty in today's society. Kim also shares her journey to becoming a makeup and beauty expert. Check out this dope episode to...2023-02-0631 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceAt the Table - How Saria is growing her entrepreneur community, balancing motherhood and marriage, and always put her customers firstI sat down with my good sis, Saria to talk more about her journey into entrepreneurship. She shares how the struggle got real before she left her full time job, how dealing with microagressions in corporate America was exhausting, and how having a supportive partner is a key to success. Check out this episode and others on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!2023-01-1730 min
Brick by Brick from The BrownStone ExperienceOn the Couch - How Saria Hawkins-Banda is manifesting the life she envisions while creating dope products unapologetically for black womenI sat down with Saria Hawkins-Banda, the CEO of Manifest Your Purpose to discuss her brand, the product line, and the meaning behind the creation of each item. Her lux stationary brand was born in 2020 organically from her love of organizing, planning, and community. She shares her creative process when creating products and the questions she asks herself. Saria is unapologetically creating what she wants to see in the world.
Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube!2023-01-1728 min