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Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford065 | Superwoman Syndrome: After the Applause — What Strength Really Cost w/ Katina BarnesThe life they taught her to build almost took her with it.
For decades, Katina Barnes poured into families, mentored girls, launched programs, led ministries, and moved mountains with two-person teams. The world clapped. But no one asked what it cost.
In this National Black Girl Month™ feature, Katina joins Felicia Ford and co-host Dr. Rikesha Fry Brown to name what many Black women are only starting to admit: that being “strong” is often a trap. That sometimes it takes collapsing in your own bed to realize what was never sustainable. That no matter how much g...2025-04-3054 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford064 | Superwoman Syndrome: Healing Burnout and Choosing Rest with Azia Whitted + Dr. RikeshaYou're praised for your strength — but at what cost?
You're taught to push through — but when do you finally get to breathe?
You're carrying the weight of generations — but no one stops to ask: where do you go to put it down?
In the second of our three-part series on Superwoman Syndrome, mindfulness coach and TEDx speaker Asia Whittedsteps forward to share the truths many Black women have been forced to navigate in silence.
Through her own breaking points, Asia learned what few are willing to say out loud:
"Rest isn’t somethin...2025-04-3042 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford063 | Mothering While Black: w/ Dr. Michelle Hite & Dr. Rikesha Fry BrownDr. Michelle Hite on Mothering While Black, Everyday Courage, and the Power of Telling the Truth
What happens when the world sees your child as a threat before it sees them as human?
What does it cost to raise a child while defending your right to grieve, to question, to be seen?
This conversation centers the weight—and the wisdom—of mothering while Black. In this featured National Black Girl Month™ 2025 episode, we’re joined by Dr. Michelle Hite, Spelman College professor, public scholar, and cultural critic whose work traces the intersections of Black identity...2025-04-2950 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford062 | Rediscovering Yourself: Identity Beyond Motherhood with Dr. Phoebe AjayiYou’re praised for the baby.
But not asked about your body.
You’re celebrated for becoming a mother.
But rarely supported as you grieve the version of you that no one else seemed to notice disappeared.
This episode is for every Black woman who gave birth and then wondered where she went.
In this featured National Black Girl Month™ 2025 conversation, Dr. Phoebe Ajayi—a physician, maternal health advocate, and author of After Birth: Postpartum Recovery of the Body and Mind—joins us to name the invisible weight of postpartum identity loss. From her c...2025-04-2413 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford061 | Superwoman Syndrome: The Cost of Being Everything to Everyone w/ Dr. Venessa PerryWhy are Black women still expected to carry everything without complaint?
They keep telling Black women to be strong, to push through, to hold it all together. But what they never address is the damage that message leaves behind—mentally, physically, emotionally. The burnout, the silence, the pressure to succeed at the expense of our well-being.
If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and still paying too high a price, you're not imagining it. You're navigating systems that were never designed with your safety in mind.
In this special National Black Gi...2025-04-2221 min
BeautyMe with Charisse KenionEp. 299: The Week in Beauty; What I’m loving right now; Erin Parson’s $800 moisturiser, chatting to Felicia Walker AKA @thisthatbeauty plus Meet the Founder with OSEA’s Melissa PalmerToday’s episode is a Week in Beauty and it’s packed with a few things that I’m loving right now, from YouTube accounts and books to beauty products and beauty news, including the story behind makeup artist Erin Parson’s $800 moisturiser.As well as all that, I’m also sharing not one but two interviews with you; first I invite a very good friend of the show Felicia Walker, AKA @thisthatbeauty to tell us all about her latest venture, a workbook called Your Glow Guide and I also have a brand new meet the founder interview...2025-04-181h 09Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford060 | Mothering Beyond Biology w/ Dr. Brooke Jones + Dr. Rikesha Fry BrownThis month, we’re centering the full spectrum of Black Motherhood—and this episode makes it clear: some of the most transformative mothering doesn’t begin with biology. It begins with presence.
As part of our special April series for National Black Girl Month™, Dr. Rikesha Fry Brown and I are joined by Dr. Brooke Jones—licensed psychologist, founder of Fresh Start for the Mind, and adoptive mother—for a conversation that redefines what it means to mother.
Together, we honor the caregivers whose stories often go untold: the aunties, godmothers, mentors, and grandmothers who shape future...2025-04-1541 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford059 | Black Moms and Community Building: Strength in Numbers w/ Jetaun WoodleyHey, friend. Hello, Change Makers. In the words of Dr. Rikesha Fry Brown—Hey, Black girl.
We often say it takes a village, but let’s be clear—villages don’t build themselves. They’re shaped, sustained, and often revived by Black mothers who know what it means to care, connect, and carry more than their share.
Today’s guest, Jetaun Woodley, didn’t just recognize the gap—she built something from it. As a veteran communications strategist and Senior Director at Planned Parenthood, Jetaun has spent her career making sure messages that matter reach the right people...2025-04-0837 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford058 | The Evolution of Motherhood w/ Dr. Rosemarie Allen + Dr. Rikesha Fry BrownSpecial National Black Girl Month™ Series | Co-hosted by Dr. Rikesha Fry Brown
You may not remember her reading parenting books, but she knew how to raise a household and keep a family intact. Big Mama didn’t need a manual—she had instincts, routines, and an unshakable sense of responsibility. She didn’t just take care of you; she taught you what it meant to show up, even when nobody showed up for her. She built structure out of very little and carried generations with her hands, her prayers, and her presence.
But now, you're the one...2025-04-0143 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford057 | Black Women - Silent. Seen. Still Carrying It: The Weight We Never Dropped w/ Dr. Rikesha Fry BrownMovements don’t start in meetings. They start with lived experiences—the kind we normalize, dismiss, or bury until someone dares to say it out loud.
In this foundational conversation, Felicia Ford and Dr. Rikesha Fry Brown return to the moment they knew this work—National Black Girl Month™—had to exist. Not just as a celebration, but as structure. As strategy. As response.
“Our tired didn’t start in 2022. Our tired had a history.”
“We’re not anomalies—we’re the fabric. And our stories don’t begin in boardrooms. They begin in kindergarten.”
T...2025-03-2742 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford056 | How to Lead: When the Title Came Without a Map w/ Dee NtšalaWhat happens when performance, people, and purpose collide.
Today, we’re joined by Dee Ntšala, founder of Nova Conxulting, whose work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, wellness, DIEB principles, and leadership strategy. Dee equips high-performing executives, founders, and teams with the tools to lead.
Every time I’ve been asked to fix a performance issue, it was actually a leadership issue. That’s a people problem.” – Dee Ntšala
Too many organizations think they’re solving for low numbers when they’re really facing high dysfunction. Promotions happen without preparation. Culture is treated like...2025-03-2532 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford055 | Style, Strength and Shattering Ceilings with Shahidah RahmanHow do you navigate expectations and perceptions while showing up with confidence?
What does it mean to align your presence with your purpose?
And why does image matter beyond just fashion?
For many, the pressure to present themselves flawlessly in boardrooms, on stages, or even in everyday life is an unspoken challenge. It’s not just about style—it’s about identity, perception, and the impact of first impressions. But what if curating a powerful presence wasn’t something you had to figure out alone?
Enter Shahidah Rahman, a professional model, image consultant, and conf...2025-03-1827 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford054 | Art, Connection, and Community: Could Be Pretty Cool® w/ Kacie LuadersThe idea of the starving artist shouldn’t be a rite of passage. There are ways for independent creators to build sustainable careers—but they need the right access, support, and infrastructure.
Insert Kacie Luaders.
Kacie Luaders, founder of Could Be Pretty Cool and host of You Heard Me Right, is working to change the way indie artists and creatives navigate their careers. From her background in theater and sound design to being named one of Podcast Magazine’s 40 Under 40, Kacie has spent years advocating for independent artists and ensuring their work is seen.
Kacie...2025-03-1133 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford053 | Protecting the Vision: Attorney Casey Hand-Smith on Contracts, Creatives and ControlEntrepreneurs create valuable content, but too many don’t realize they’re leaving it unprotected—until someone else profits from their work. Contracts, trademarks, and copyrights aren’t just legal formalities; they determine who truly owns what you build.
In this episode, Casey Handysmith, founder of C. Hardy Law, explains:
The hidden risks in handshake deals and informal agreements. Business owners assume an email confirmation or a simple invoice is enough, but without the right legal protections, you may be giving away more rights than you think.
Why trademarks and copyrights aren’t interchangeable. If you think secu...2025-03-0438 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford052 | Failure is Knowledge: How to Get Seen & Heard with Terryl HumphreyTwelve hours in evacuation traffic. Uncertain of what would be waiting for him back home. And yet, Terryl Humphrey still showed up.
"Excuses are the tools of incompetence," Felicia says—a phrase that shaped how she approached this conversation. But what does it really take to keep moving forward when everything is stacked against you?
Terryl, a Marine Corps veteran turned media entrepreneur, shares how he built one of the most consistent podcast platforms, producing over 893 episodes and growing his brand from $0 to $100K in 90 days. But his journey started long before that—with a sing...2025-02-2843 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford051 | Big Brands, Bigger Moves: The Brand Partnership Playbook with Kemuel C. BrownHey Change Maker,
We're on the heels of the 50th episode with another conversation centered around collaboration - but this time, in exploring if you're ready for someone to manage those brand partnerships for you. And as we learn today, you want to ensure your brand is structured enough to hold its own first. If you’ve ever wondered how to bring strategy and creativity together, you’ll love this conversation
In this episode of Impact Innovators, I’m joined by Kemuel C. Browne, founder of FYI Management Group, where you get to hear about the sy...2025-02-2652 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford050 | The Cost, The Conflict, and The Truth... Lucinda Cross, Dr. Rhonda Simmons, Lena WestLet's Celebrate, Change Maker!
We're 50 Episodes in and you're growing, connecting and thriving! For this special episode, we're bringing three separate conversations centering collaboration. Grab your notebook, pull up a chair, you're in for a good one!
Your vision is clear, your momentum is strong, and the impact you’re creating is undeniable. But even the most powerful leaders know—growth at the highest level doesn’t happen alone.
Collaboration isn’t just about working together. It’s about aligning with the right people, in the right rooms, at the right time—where...2025-02-252h 23Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford049 | Black Wealth, Bartered and Built with Nicole MurphyBarter Black: How Nicole Murphy is Reshaping Business Growth Without Cash
Scaling a business is hard enough—doing it alone makes it even harder. Enter Nicole Murphy, founder of Barter Black, a platform designed to help Black entrepreneurs exchange services, build networks, and grow without financial strain.
In this episode, Nicole shares:
How the pandemic led to the creation of Barter Black
The game-changing role of customer discovery in refining her platform
Why "Stop trying to be the Chief Everything Officer" is the advice every founder needs
How bartering can help you preserve cash fl...2025-02-1836 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford048 | Feminine Power Perfected: The Kept Wife Strategist with D'Ionna WashingtonBlack wealth doesn’t start with a paycheck—it starts with who you build with.
For too long, Black women have been expected to carry it all—lead, build, and make it work, no matter the cost. But what if wealth, legacy, and long-term stability weren’t about doing more but about expecting more?
In this episode, D’Ionna Washington, The Kept Wife Strategist, joins me for a conversation that goes beyond relationships into exploring power partnerships, financial security, and why stability is foundational.
We discuss:
✔️ Why financial security in relationships creates infrastructure...2025-02-1146 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford047 | Tech Equity, Served Bold with a Side of Grit with Desiah BarnettChange Maker, this is a story that may leave you speechless.
How Do You Open Doors That Were Never Built for You?
If you lead an organization, there’s a point where strategy alone isn’t enough—you need access. You need the right partners, funding, and a way to prove that your work isn’t just meaningful, but essential.
But what happens when traditional systems weren’t designed with you in mind? When the gatekeepers aren’t looking your way?
That’s where Desiah Barnett’s story forces a different conversation....2025-02-0437 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford046 | The Rose Gold Standard: Mindset and Strategy of a Luxury Brand with Omar McGeeWhat separates good from iconic? For Omar McGee, founder of Rose Gold Reserve, it’s a fearless mindset and the ability to blend authenticity with ambition. “You can’t win if you’re scared to take the shot,” Omar reflects. “It’s not about arrogance; it’s about knowing you’ve done the work.”
In this episode of Impact Innovators, Omar shares how he built a luxury brand that’s not just celebrated but trusted by celebrities and tastemakers. But creating a masterpiece like Rose Gold Reserve—crafted through a three-year collaboration with master blender Christian Eiroa—requires more than vision...2025-01-2827 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford045 | SPEDucated and Focused: The Future of Special Education with Diana R. WilliamsThe education system is evolving, but are we truly meeting the needs of every child? When traditional methods fall short, how do leaders and educators step up to the challenge? And what about the unseen factors that make or break a student’s success?
In this episode, Diana R. Williams, a one of a kind leader in special education leadership who has built frameworks and strategies helping administrators and parents serve students better is here with us. From her experience co-founding a Brooklyn charter school to her innovative SPEDucated Leadership Framework, Diana shares how the collective effort to...2025-01-2135 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford044 | The Stories We Tell, the Cultures We Build: The New Quo w/ Christina BlackenHey Change Maker,
Does this sound familiar?
The meeting starts like it always does—polite exchanges, someone cracking a joke to loosen the tension. The agenda is clear, and the goals are ambitious. You should leave this room feeling energized, aligned, ready to move forward.
But halfway through, it’s obvious: something’s missing.
Ideas get lost in translation. Questions stay unasked. People agree, but you can’t help but notice the hesitation. You know the work your team is capable of—you’ve seen it—but these moments of disconnection feel like a we...2025-01-1453 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford043 | New Year, New Strength: Perfectly Imperfect with Fred CadoshiaChange Maker,
For you, navigating a world that demands conformity while striving to inspire others can feel like an uphill battle. When your work revolves around lifting others and leading with heart, how do you stay strong amidst storms of self-doubt, external pressures, and societal expectations?
Fred Cadoshia, CEO of Perfectly Imperfect, welcomes the storms with stepping stones. In this episode, Fred shares the raw truth of his journey, from witnessing bullying as a child to creating a global movement that empowers people to embrace their imperfections and reclaim their worth. Through powerful stories and...2025-01-0738 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford042 | Layers of Power: Jade Parks-Dixon on Natural Glam + Disrupting Beauty StandardsHey Change Maker,
Do you ever feel like you’re navigating a path that wasn’t designed for you? Whether it’s imposter syndrome, outside noise, or the weight of societal expectations, finding your place as a creative or entrepreneur can feel overwhelming.
In Episode 42 with Jade Parks-Dixon, we’re exploring what it takes to turn doubt into confidence and passion into purpose. Jade, the founder of Jade Paint, shares her journey from Pasadena to Fort Worth and how she’s building a business rooted in service, inclusivity, and empowering others to feel confident in their own...2024-12-3144 min
Empowered Heart to HeartEpisode 144 Refined by Fire: Turning Burnout into a Blueprint for SuccessTune into this insightful episode as we explore the transformative journey of Felicia Ford, the visionary behind Felicia Ford & Co.®, a firm that epitomizes the blend of creativity and strategic acumen. In this revealing discussion, Felicia shares her personal battles with burnout that arose from her high-stakes work with multimillion-dollar ventures and top industry leaders. Learn how these experiences drastically reshaped her approach to business, shifting her focus from the relentless pursuit of quantity to a more sustainable, quality-centered work ethic. Felicia explains how refining her priorities has not only rejuvenated her passion but also significantly enhanced the impact o...2024-12-3042 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford041 | Rooted in Knowledge: Black Farming + Healing the Land with Thelonius CookWhat if the fight for healing our communities and ensuring access to fresh, nourishing food could begin with supporting the soil beneath our feet? Black farmers like Thelonious Cook are leading this movement, not only restoring land through regenerative practices but also reconnecting people to the cultural and communal power of food. This episode explores how farming is about more than crops—it’s about equity, sustainability, and reclaiming identity.
Join me as I talk with Thelonious, the founder of Mighty Thunder Cloud Edible Forest in Virginia, who shares his journey of stewarding a seven-acre family farm. We d...2024-12-2431 min
Casa De Confidence Podcast | Empowering Women to SucceedBuilding a Legacy: How to Make Your Mark While Supporting Others with Felicia FordI want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...In this engaging episode, Julie DeLucca Collins welcomes Felicia Ford for a vibrant discussion on personal growth, success strategies, and community engagement. This Casa De Confidence Episode delves into the importance of self-care, intentional routines, and defining success on your own terms. They share personal stories and practical tips for maintaining balance while pursuing goals. Julie highlights the significance of authenticity and vulnerability in entrepreneurship, while Felicia introduces exciting initiatives like the Growth and Impact Network. This episode is a heartfelt reminder...2024-12-1751 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford040 | The Skin We're In: Christina Watson on Wellness, Connection and Skin CareHormonal shifts, cancer treatments, and life's evolving seasons don’t just affect our bodies—they transform our skin, confidence, and connection to self. But how do we care for our skin in ways that honor both the challenges we face and the lives we’re building?
In this episode, Christina Watson, oncology nurse turned esthetician and founder of LaZooz Skincare, shares her powerful journey of blending compassion and expertise to redefine skincare for those navigating menopause, cancer, and beyond. With over 20 years of nursing experience, Christina reveals how the right skincare routine can heal more than the surfac...2024-12-1738 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford039 | The Anatomy of Connection: Leading Through Trauma and Change w/ Lenora JohnsonGrief, anxiety, and unspoken transitions often sit quietly in the background, shaping how we live, work, and connect. These forces don’t only impact individuals—they ripple through teams, communities, and the systems we rely on every day. What does it take to recognize and address these hidden dynamics in a way that fosters true connection and change?
In this episode, Lenora Johnson brings nearly two decades of experience to unpack how human-centered care intersects with systemic challenges. From her perspective as a licensed clinical social worker, she explores what it means to notice the quiet moments that...2024-12-1051 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford038 | unDEfeated: When Purpose Has No Borders with Desange KuenihiraThe weight of constant struggles can feel suffocating. So many of us are constantly up against systems designed to keep us down. But what if the challenges you face could become the very reason you create change—both for yourself and others?
Desange Kuenihira is proof that even the toughest circumstances can ignite a movement. Her journey from a young girl in Uganda who was once labeled "meaningless" to the founder of Undefeated shows the power of resilience. Now, through Undefeated, she is helping single mothers and young people transform their futures by providing them with tools to...2024-12-0344 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford037 | Why Your Collaborations Fail - And What to Do InsteadHey Change Maker,
What if the right partnerships could take your vision further? Too often, leaders pour time and energy into collaborations that go nowhere—misaligned efforts that drain resources and stall progress.
In Episode 37, the final installation of Design 2025: Lead | Build | Thrive, we’re breaking down what it really takes to make collaboration work. This episode shares what works, what doesn’t, and how to make it work for you.
You’ll hear:
The critical questions to ask before saying “yes” to any partnership.
How to structure collaborations that create momentum and avoid bu...2024-11-2628 min
The Fan ClubSpider-Man: The Animated Series Episode 4 - Doctor Octopus: Armed and Dangerous Season 1 Review
In "Doctor Octopus: Armed and Dangerous," Spider-Man's date night with Felicia Hardy takes a dangerous turn when the villainous Doctor Octopus kidnaps her. Driven by a thirst for revenge after being scorned by the Hardy Foundation, Doc Ock demands a ransom for Felicia's release. Spider-Man, while initially hampered by Agent Ford's disbelief, ultimately uses his knowledge of Dr. Octavius's past to outsmart the villain. A thrilling showdown ensues in an abandoned rocket factory, where Spider-Man must overcome Doc Ock's mechanical arms and a ticking time bomb to rescue Felicia and J. Jonah Jameson, leaving Doc Ock behind bars with...2024-11-2007 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford036 | Find Your Rhythm: How to Prioritize When Everything Feels UrgentHey Change Maker,
Does it ever feel like your day is running you? Back-to-back meetings, overflowing task lists, and endless demands make it hard to figure out what actually needs your attention.
In Episode 36 of Design 2025: Lead | Build | Thrive, we’re tackling a challenge every leader faces: how to prioritize when everything feels urgent.
This episode isn’t about creating a long-term plan or trying to “do it all.” It’s about the deliberate, immediate steps you can take to move forward today—even when your schedule feels overwhelming.
You’ll hear:
Why...2024-11-1925 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford035 | Beyond Vision Boards: Master Goal-Setting for 2025 - M.T.O. and F.A.S.THi Change Maker,
When the stakes are high, and you're ready to make real moves, traditional goal-setting won't cut it. You might have ambitious plans, maybe even a vision board gathering dust in the corner—but are you set up for the kind of growth that actually inspires you and helps you see progress in your work?
SMART Goals may not be the framework you need with a fast-paced work environment and in the midst of crisis.
In this episode, you learn about MTO and FAST goals, two frameworks designed to drive you for...2024-11-1219 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford034 | Stop Wasting Time: Get Clear on What's Keeping You StuckHi Friends,
Feeling stuck in the urgency trap, constantly reacting but never making real progress? If your days are filled with meetings and tasks that barely show the results you're expecting, it’s a sign: you need operational clarity. Imagine how much smoother things could be if you had systems that worked for you, not against you.
In this episode, you'll learn how to identify the gaps and inefficiencies that are draining your resources and energy.
You receive a simple approach to streamline your operations and keep your organization mission-focused. Plus, don’t miss...2024-11-0524 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford033 | Permission to Dream Bigger – Expanding Your Vision for What’s PossibleChange Maker,
Have you ever felt like there’s more you could achieve, but something keeps holding you back? It’s that tug between where you are and where you know you could be—if only you gave yourself the space to imagine it.
But ambition sometimes feels heavy, like an indulgence you can’t afford, and the routine of good work can make it easy to forget that growth is still possible.
It’s okay if you’ve paused.
Every great leader does at some point.
What matters is recognizin...2024-10-2915 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford032 | Podcast Your Way to Business Growth with Stefanie GassSo many entrepreneurs are hearing that podcasting is the next step, but the question remains—will it really create growth, or will it just pile onto an already packed schedule? In today’s episode, I sit down with Stefanie Gass—Christian business and podcast coach, boundary boss, and seven-figure CEO.
Stefanie's podcast, Online Business for Christian Women, ranks among the top 20 business podcasts globally. She’s helped thousands of women turn meaningful conversations into consistent income streams—without sacrificing their priorities.
We’ll dig into how podcasting can create sustainable growth, offering a way to amplify your...2024-10-2215 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford031| The Success Mindset: How to Stay Ready for Every OpportunityHey Change Maker,
Have you ever felt like success is just within reach, yet you’re not quite sure how to embrace it when it arrives? In this solo episode, I explore what it truly means to be ready for the opportunities you’ve been working toward—and prayed for.
It’s not about grinding harder; it's about celebrating your wins, being mentally prepared for the journey ahead, and knowing how to steward your blessings. I’ll share personal stories from my journey—from a two-stoplight town to international stages—and the lessons I’ve learned abo...2024-10-1528 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford030 | When You're the Only One: How to Lead a Nonprofit with Tanya Barnes, Beulah's Safe HavenChange Maker,
Have you been leading a nonprofit with a small team and wondering when your dream team is going to join you? Have you ever felt alone in your mission to create change?
Are you ready to discover how one woman's unwavering faith and boundless love can transform an entire community?
Meet Tanya Barnes, the executive director of Beulah's Safe Haven, who didn't just dream of making a difference—she moved out of her own home to make it happen. Tanya's story will show you the power of building a thriving community an...2024-10-0853 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford029 | From Exposure to Authority: How to Use Media to Grow My BusinessChange Maker,
Have you ever felt the thrill of seeing your brand featured in the media—a spotlight on the local news, a guest spot on a podcast, or a spread in a magazine—only to have that excitement fizzle out? If you're treating media coverage as a one-and-done moment, you're missing out on a golden opportunity.
Media exposure is a powerful tool to catapult your brand into sustained growth and lasting authority and on today's episode, I'm sharing 5 ways to maximize your media feature so that you can turn them into strategic moves that buil...2024-10-0117 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford028 | How Can I Keep My Energy Up When the Business Never Stops? W/ Dr. Chichi Nwankwo EzeikeHey Change Maker,
Do you ever feel like the pursuit of work-life balance is a relentless uphill battle, leaving you more drained than empowered? Are you tired of juggling endless tasks, only to find that the scales between personal well-being and professional success never truly balance? In a world that glorifies the grind, it's easy to find yourself trapped in a cycle of constant overextension with no real escape in sight.
I get it!
Change Making is tedious, relentless work that will take more than it gives if you let it. Today I'd l...2024-09-2446 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford027 | How to Grow My Business: Visibility BreakthroughsHi Change Maker,
Have you been showing up in all the places, checking all the boxes, and giving it all you've got, but you've seen a decline in sales? Is it taking longer than usual to attract the same number of customers or retain your usual loyal group? Have you been applying for allll the RFPs or grants, and you're still wondering when you'll get a win?
You have the impact, the passion, the story, but where's the audience?
Visibility is one part of the equation - the other - being remembered. In tod...2024-09-1718 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford026 | What to Do After the Pitch: The Follow-Up Sales Strategy You NeedHey Change Maker!
You’ve had the conversations, laid out your mission, and made connections. But somehow, you’re still left with missed opportunities and stalled sales. It’s easy to feel like no one’s paying attention anymore, but here’s the reality: The follow-up is where your sales strategy truly takes off.
In this episode, you'll learn how you can leverage your relationships and visibility to make every connection count. You’ve already got the passion and the vision—now it’s time to refine the part of your strategy that turns conversations into results.2024-09-1011 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford025 | From Small Beginnings to World-Changing Missions: How Michael M. Smith is Leading Global ImpactChange Makers,
The path to real change isn’t paved with good intentions alone—it’s built on grit, heart, and an unyielding commitment to the communities you serve. If you’re wrestling with how to make your mission resonate deeply and stand the test of time, this episode is where the answers lie.
In this episode of Impact Innovators, I sit down with Michael M. Smith, a leader who’s been building bridges between the U.S. and Ghana, creating community where it’s needed most. From the clay-built homes in Ghana that stand as symbols o...2024-09-0356 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford024 | Faith, Beats, and Business w/ Ciara ParkerCalling all Creatives!
Feeling the weight of balancing your creative passion with the hard realities of business? It’s tough when your heart is in your art, but the logistics—like sales, marketing, and brand-building—feel like a constant uphill battle. You didn’t sign up for this side of the hustle, but it’s here, and it’s crucial.
Struggling with this is more common than you think, and there’s a way to handle it without losing your creative spark. On today’s episode of Impact Innovators, I sit down with Ciara Parker—a gospel artist, pr...2024-08-2734 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford023 | What’s Missing in Your Sales Strategy? Learn How to Make Every Connection CountHi Change Maker,
Are you feeling stuck and frustrated with your sales strategy? Have you been pouring your heart into your mission, but sales just aren’t clicking the way they should? You’re passionate about making an impact, but something feels off when it comes to turning interest into action. It can be tough to see your efforts to build relationships not translating into the results you need.
You’re not alone. Many Change Makers face the same challenge. Sales in this space require a unique approach—one that focuses on genuine, meaningful connections. But how d...2024-08-2020 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford022 | Building a Future-Proof Team: Insights from HR Expert C. Renee McLainChange Makers,
Are you struggling to find the right team members while balancing your mission? Does hiring in today's climate feel like an uphill battle?
If you're feeling the pressure of recruitment and onboarding, you're not alone.
In this episode, we're shaking up the narrative on hiring in tough times. You might think the current economic climate makes it impossible to attract top talent or that professional development is a luxury for better times. But what if the opposite is true?
Join me, as I chat with C. Renee McLain, an...2024-08-1346 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford021 | From Serving to Selling: 4 Easy Marketing Strategies for Change Maker BrandsHey Change Maker,
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant noise and distractions in the world? Struggling to make your mission heard amidst the chaos? Are you tired of feeling like your message gets lost while you're working tirelessly to make a difference?
Imagine a marketing strategy that cuts through the clutter and connects you directly with the people who need you most. With so much competing for your attention, it's time to rethink how you connect with your audience. Today’s episode is all about setting your brand apart and making sure your mission is heard lo...2024-08-0633 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford020 | Your Q4 Blueprint: The Ultimate Guide to Year-End PlanningHey Change Maker,
Are you wondering how to insert proactive strategic planning into your work? Do you want to feel more aligned in staying ahead of schedule rather than always trying to catch up? Do you want to spend more time with your family during the holiday season rather than putting out fires?
In this episode, you'll learn why an operations calendar is so important for your leadership and your CEO toolkit. You'll receive a step by step outline for how to create your Q4 operations calendar.
Strategic Planning is a powerful way to...2024-07-3024 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford019 | Anonymous to Anomaly: The Journey of Black Sheep Creatives w/ Deonna Lindsey-LewisHey Change Maker,
Have you ever wondered how your branding can elevate your sales strategy? Or how the right brand identity can attract the donors you need?
What if your branding could create an irresistible pull, turning your Change Maker organization from anonymous to anomaly?
Today, we have a special guest, Deonna Lindsay-Lewis, Brand Strategist, Designer, and writer with over 15 years of experience is on a mission to make Black Sheep Creatives unemployable through world-building and innovative sales tactics. Deonna, the visionary behind BrandSmash Studio, reveals how real branding sells an identity and...2024-07-2345 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford018 | Can Service-Based Businesses Thrive During Black Friday? Yes, Here's How!Hey there, Change Maker,
Are you a service-based business who thinks you can't participate in holiday marketing just because you offer a service? Whether you're a coach, consultant, therapist, or a licensed agency, or you're offering a service of some kind, this episode is for you.
You'll learn about getting eyes and ears on your brand to increase brand awareness and engage your audience.
Join me as we explore strategies to reframe your perspective, run brand awareness campaigns, launch lead magnets, address holiday stress, and maintain engagement. If you take nothing else from t...2024-07-1621 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford017 | The Money-Making Guide to Q4 Fundraising CampaignsHey Change Maker,
Have you ever wondered why some nonprofit organizations seem to effortlessly raise funds, while others struggle? What if the secret isn't just about having a larger donor base or more resources? What if it's about the timing and strategy of your campaigns?
I'm here to help! Today, we're exploring Q4 fundraising campaigns. Whether you’re a seasoned nonprofit leader or just starting out, this episode is packed 7 tips to help you plan and execute a successful end-of-year campaign.
Ready to kickstart your Q4 fundraising campaign?
Get Gifts of Imp...2024-07-0927 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford016 | Is Less Really More? Simplify Your Business to Make More MoneyHi there Change Maker,
I get it! There are so many ideas. You're inspired by your team meeting. You're inspired by a new need that arises. There is so much to create and you want it all out there now. What happens when you're a visionary, creative, multi passionate who needs cash coming in the door? Maybe you think that more is more, and you aren't quite sure if slowing down and simplifying is the answer.
But I'm here to support you! Use your multiple talents for growth and creativity in how you serve. Okay fr...2024-07-0221 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford015 | Who Can Help You Grow: Mentor, Coach, Consultant, or Strategist?Have you ever wondered whether you need a mentor, a coach, a consultant, or a strategist to take your business or nonprofit to the next level?
This week on Impact Innovators, we’re breaking down the differences and helping you decide the best support for your unique journey. Whether you're looking for guidance, strategic advice, or hands-on help, this episode will give you the clarity you need to make an informed decision.
Tune in to learn:
The distinct roles and benefits of mentors, coaches, consultants, and strategists
How to determine what type of support you...2024-06-2529 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford014 | Breaking Point to Breakthrough: When Crisis HitsHi Change Maker,
Think your biggest setbacks are stopping you? Think again. Every visionary hits a wall. But what if I told you that your breaking point is actually the starting line for your greatest breakthrough?
Today, I share with you how I transformed a breaking point into a breakthrough. I’m sharing with you the pivotal shifts that turn potential defeat into dynamic success.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re at your limit, this episode is a must. You’ll discover that the moment things seem to fall apart is often th...2024-06-1824 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford013 | Deep Roots, Greater Fruits: The Real Growth Strategy Part 1Hi Friends!
Are you constantly chasing new projects and expansions in hopes of growing your impact? What if I told you that true growth begins with deepening your roots right where you are.
Is your brand growing? Is there more demand for what you offer? Have you mastered your process? Today's episode offers practical strategies for the one thing that signals you're ready for the next level. Let's explore capacity building strategies for:
Developing Your Skills: It starts with you. How stepping out of your comfort zone can significantly enhance your leadership.
Empowering Your T...2024-06-1122 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford012 | Mindset Over Matter: Breaking Through the Belief BarrierHi Change Maker,
Are you a "first generation," a pioneer - the first in your family or circle to lead a Change Maker brand? Are you caught in the cycle of constantly seeking new knowledge before taking the next step?
I understand what it means to forge your own path and sometimes along the way wonder, "am I doing this right?" and that's why I'm excited to share with you three common barriers that often stand in the way of taking action and how to overcome them.
If you're having trouble getting started on...2024-06-0424 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford011| Hidden Thoughts, Visible Effects: How Imposter Syndrome Affects Your BrandHi Change Maker,
We often overthink when it comes to doing new things, but it can actually be really simple - "...the unforeseen should not scare us, it should inspire us."
If you are new in your role, rolling out a new program, entering the online space or a new level, this episode is for you! I’m teaching you how to recognize and understand Imposter Syndrome, shift your internal dialogue from viewing moments of doubt to seeing them as opportunities to create. We'll explore strategies to foster authentic leadership and create a brand that res...2024-05-2832 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford010 |Do I Really Belong Here? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in High-Stakes CareersHi Change Maker,
Are you feeling like a fraud at your success, assuming you don't belong "in the room" or aren't ready to go to your next level?
Have you ever heard of Imposter Syndrome?
You're not alone, but here's a twist: What if Imposter Syndrome isn’t holding you back, but instead, pushing you forward? Tune in as I share with you a four-step process that helps differentiate between the natural excitement of new challenges and the paralyzing fear of feeling like a fraud.
We'll explore how these feelings can ser...2024-05-2622 min
The Mookse and the Gripes PodcastEpisode 80: Facing the VoidHow do you fill the yawning chasm that arises after you finish a great book or a long group read? Is it a time of excitement and possibility, or a daunting and overwhelming trial? Fresh off of finishing several doorstops ourselves, we discuss how we approach what we want to read next.Summer Book ClubThe Mookse and the Gripes Summer Book Club 2024 is coming up fast! This year we are only choosing from William Trevor novels. After losing for the last two years, he will not lose again! But what will the book be...2024-05-161h 25Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford009 | Strategize to Monetize: Selling Your Social Impact IdeaHey Change Makers,
Ever wondered why your incredible program, product, or service isn’t launching the way you envisioned? You’ve put in all the hard work, but now what?
If you build it, will they come?
I’ve seen so many of you with amazing social impact ideas struggle with one missing piece: selling your idea. That’s why I’m excited to share THREE easy strategies to sell your social impact idea more effectively.
Whether you’re planning your next big project, an event, or aiming to make a huge impact w...2024-05-1415 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford008 | How to Turn Life's Lessons into Business Breakthroughs - Interview with Tonia Tolbert-Moore BaillargeonHi Change Maker,
You’re a jack of all trades. You might feel pressured to narrow your focus and you’re curious as to what it might look like to blend your skills.
This episode, hear from my guest, Tonia Tolbert-Moore Baillargeon, CEO and Self-Love Coach at Worthy Couture Co. on how she has aligned her personal and professional experiences to create a brand experience for women over 50.
This episode will demonstrate exactly how Tonia’s journey of self exploration fuels her work and enables her to lead effectively and innovate within her field. Y...2024-05-0737 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford007 | How to Create an Awareness Campaign: Fireside Chat Recap on Building a MovementHi Change-Maker,
Ever wondered how some movements manage to resonate nationwide, garnering support from coast to coast? You're not alone! Today, we’re sharing a very special Fireside Chat from National Black Girl Month™ 2024, featuring myself and Dr. Rikesha Fry Brown, alongside a few of our friends.
What’s in This Episode:
As we wrap up National Black Girl Month™ 2024, it's the perfect time to explore the nuts and bolts of building a community-centric brand and movement. If you've ever stood at the crossroads, wondering how to choose partners that align with your vision, how to effect...2024-04-301h 04Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford006 | Wealth & Change MakingHi Change Maker,
Do you ever feel as if you’re behind the eight ball in generating wealth for you and your family? Forget everything you thought you knew about money. Are you ready for a radical rethink of how creativity and strategic thinking can redefine wealth?
In this episode, Michelle Y. Jackson, Virginia Real Estate Broker and Entrepreneur is back with us as we explore negotiations, money mindset, and creating the conditions for wealth creation. It’s not what you think.
Whether you're early career, mid-career or on your way into retirement. Today...2024-04-2341 min
Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford005 | How to Build a Community-Centric Brand with Brittany RushHi Change Maker,
Have you been wondering how you can transform your brand’s followers into a cohesive, engaged community that actively participates in and advocates for your mission? Have you been spinning your wheels on how to effectively build and nurture a community-centric brand that resonates with and supports its community?
Today’s guest Brittany Rush, CEO & Founder of RUSH Community Group, LLC shares with us how she fosters genuine connections with her audience. Brittany explains how she’s approaching scaling her business and the motivation behind her house of brands centered around community events...2024-04-1632 minImpact Innovators with Felicia Ford004 | How to Lead Impactful Community Movements: A Four-Phase Strategy from National Black Girl Month™- Part 2Hi, Change Maker,
Now that you have Phases 1 and 2, let’s dive into Phases 3 and 4.
You've seen the power of collective action, witnessed the strength that comes from unity. But the question remains: Are you prepared to elevate your impact, to transform your leadership into a legacy that resonates through generations?
Let me help you harness your unique strengths, build a community-driven movement, and maintain the momentum necessary to create lasting change.
In Part 2 of this episode, using National Black Girl Month™ as an example, I'm sharing the final two phases of ho...2024-04-0925 min
Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford003 | How to Lead Impactful Community Movements: A Four-Phase Strategy from National Black Girl Month™ PART 1Hi Change Maker!
You're already making waves at the forefront of your community. Now, imagine channeling that energy and leadership into sparking a movement.
You've seen the power of collective action, witnessed the strength that comes from unity. But the question remains: Are you prepared to elevate your impact, to transform your leadership into a legacy that resonates through generations?
Let me help you harness your unique strengths, build a community-driven movement, and maintain the momentum necessary to create lasting change.
In this episode, I'm sharing tips four phases of how...2024-04-0522 min
Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford002 | Balancing Purpose and Profit - How to Find Alignment with Michelle Y. Jackson Brown - Part 2Hi, Change Makers,
Welcome back!
I've had times in my work where I've questioned alignment with my environment, and even sometimes, with my projects. These are the types of situations can lead to misalignment burnout.
How do you ensure that the value you provide is reflected not just in the impact you make, but also in the numbers that guide your business or your work?
I want you to have clarity in your building and growing and that's why you're getting part 2 of an episode with my friend, Michelle Y. Jackson B...2024-04-0427 min
Le Motocoach Podcast15: Félicia Robichaud - 6X Championne WXC à la FMSQDans cet épisode on en apprend à connaitre la multiple championne FMSQ et plusieurs fois nominé en tant que représentante du Canada au Six Days enduro, Félicia Robichaud!
Merci au partenaires du Podcast: Technikem, Laposetoph, VR Premium, Cliche Auto Ford, D-Spec Motosport, Balancebike.ca, Cobra Moto Québec, PWR Graphics et STP1958!
2024-04-041h 43Impact Innovators with Felicia Ford001 | Balancing Purpose and Profit - How to Find Alignment with Michelle Y. Jackson Brown Part 1Hi, Change Makers,
I've had times in my work where I've questioned alignment with my environment, and even sometimes, with my projects. These are the types of situations can lead to misalignment burnout.
How do you ensure that the value you provide is reflected not just in the impact you make, but also in the numbers that guide your business or your work?
I want you to have clarity in your building and growing and that's why I invited my friend, Michelle Y. Jackson Brown to join us today in our first episode o...2024-04-0228 min
Instant TriviaEpisode 1113 - State capital nicknames - Actors in political films - One-word film titles - -mancy pants - Letters in sequenceWelcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1113, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: State Capital Nicknames
1: "The Bluegrass Capital".
Frankfort.
2: "The Charter Oak City".
Hartford.
3: "Arkopolis".
Little Rock.
4: "The Gateway to Glacier Bay National Park".
Juneau (Alaska).
5: "The Cradle of the Confederacy" and "The Birthplace of Civil Rights".
Montgomery, Alabama.
Round 2. Category: Actors In Political Films
1: In 1993 he was "In the Line of Fire" as Secret Service agent Frank Horrigan.
Clint Eastwood.
2: This star of "Grumpy Old Men" played a grumpy Supreme Court justice in "First Monday in October".
Walter...2024-02-2802 min
Hi, Felicia! with Marni & FeliciaKC's POVMarni & KC review Felicia's recollection of the day she met Harrison Ford & Calista Flockhart. While in a Marina Del Rey waiting room waiting for Marni to come out of surgery, Felicia has no issue coming to Hans Solo's rescue. They replay her account while KC pauses to fill in the details. It's KC's first experience spending so much time with Felicia and he quickly learns Marni & Fel have a special bond.
Produced by: Marni & KC EllisEdited and Sound Mixed by: KC EllisFollow Marni for more on...2024-01-2508 minHi, Felicia! with Marni & FeliciaFull Frontal FeliciaMarni and Felicia dive right into their Emmys recap, paying homage to Christina Applegate and sharing Felicia’s memory of encountering Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford 13 years ago. They delve deep into JLO's new trailer and reveal this week’s viewing including The Traitors, Prison Brides, True Detective, and Fool Me Once. Felicia expresses her love for all Dick Wolf shows, encompassing all the Law & Order and Chicago series. The highlight is undoubtedly the Saltburn analysis, featuring all the full frontal moments. Tune in for spoilers, laughter & questionable sound effects.
Produced...2024-01-2139 min
Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime PodcastThe Murder of Felicia Johnson This week, we are discussing the brutal murder of Houston native Felicia Johnson, as police delve into her digital footprints during her final hours, leading to the emergence of a suspect. Make sure to check-out the promo for our friends with Navigating Advocacy! Thank you to this week’s sponsors! If you want to try Beam’s best-selling Dream Powder, get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/MOMS and use code MOMS at checkout. Check-out Nutrisense.com/M...2023-10-1751 min
The HERshyt ShowThe HERshyt Show 101 End 40 Hour Work Weeks!On this episode of The HERShyt Show, Hersh and Felicia Discuss 40 Hour Work Weeks and their effectiveness or lack thereof. Then we found that in Luxembourg, the most productive country, there is an average work week of 29 hours.Timeline:1926: Henry Ford popularized the 40-hour work week after he discovered through his research that working more yielded only a small increase in productivity that lasted a short period of time. 1938: Congress passed the Fair Labor Standards Act, which required employers to pay overtime to all employees who worked more than 44 hours a week. They amended t...2023-06-281h 05
The Corner of Story and GameEric Campbell on Live Stream GamingLive streaming veteran Eric Campbell joins me today at The Corner of Story and Game. Eric is a writer, producer, actor, game master, and digital content creator who is currently focusing on tabletop roleplaying games. He started out his professional writing career working for Felicia Day, eventually becoming the Director of Development for Geek & Sundry up until 2019.
Eric has been running games for over two decades and has been fortunate to run a wide variety of games online. Amongst others, this includes Shield of Tomorrow (Star Trek), a Doctor Who campaign, and Callisto 6. He is co-founder of...2022-12-0857 minInstant TriviaEpisode 632 - Mysteries - Harrison Ford Movies - New Olympic Sports - "Irish" Stew - Daytime DramasWelcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 632, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: Mysteries
1: 1st cousins Dannay and Lee wrote the Ellery Queen stories under this pen name.
Ellery Queen.
2: It's the last name of Tom, the psychopath Patricia Highsmith created in 1955: believe it or not!.
Ripley.
3: Although this former Pinkerton investigator only wrote 1 "Thin Man" novel, a series of 6 films was made.
Dashiell Hammett.
4: This agency's symbol of an unblinking eye gave birth to the phrase "private eye".
the Pinkerton agency.
5: Cousins Frederic Dannay and Manfred Lee both used this pen...2022-11-0407 min
Intentional Talk Radio NetworkIn Your Own Words with Dr. Godwin Orkeh 7.4.22 Interview with Felicia FordIn Your Own Words with Dr. Godwin Orkeh 7.4.22 Interview with Felicia Ford
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deepredradioZähl bis Drei und beteMachte Sheriff Wilken und gibt uns nen Einblick in diesen Klassiker.
Heimkino: 25.03.2021 (Koch Media)
3:10 to Yuma
Genre: Western, Action
Land: USA 1957
Laufzeit: ca. 92 min.
FSK: 12
Regie: Delmer Daves
Drehbuch: Halsted Welles, Elmore Leonard
Kamera: Charles Lawton Jr.
Musik: George Duning
Produzenten: David Heilweil
Mit Glen Ford, Van Heflin, Felicia Farr, Leora Dana, Henry Jones, Richard Jaeckel, Robert Emhardt, Sheridan Comerate, , …2022-02-0813 min
Savvy ScholarEpisode 2: Felicia Ford - Hope Dealer, Harvard University Fellow and Growth Strategist.Get to know Savvy Scholar, Felicia Ford.
A Growth strategist, change-maker and industry thought leader, Felicia Ford, excels at facilitating high performance conversations that cultivate curiosity and holy confidence designed to fuel momentum and purpose across all facets of personal and professional development.
As the Founder of Felicia Ford and Co., the leading resource hub for service-based entrepreneurs, Felicia was recently recognized as one of Inside Business’ Top Forty Under 40 and regularly contributes to both ForbesWomen and the Forbes Coaches Council.
In her work as an Agency Fellow in the Strategic Data Project at...2022-01-0650 min
Intentional Talk Radio NetworkIn Your Own Words with Dr. Godwin Orkeh 11 1 2021 interview with Felicia FordDr. Godwin Orkeh interview Felicia Ford2021-11-051h 01
Rob & Nate Record a Podcast3:10 to Yuma (1957)Week 4 of 4 of our Westerns theme month. For week 4 we went with a "classic" non John Wayne Western and settled on the 1957 3:10 to Yuma starring Glenn Ford, Van Hefling, Felicia Farr, Leora Dana, and Henry Jones. A great film and a good way to end the month. 2021-09-0728 min
The Rising SisterhoodEpisode 14: Continued Tenacity with Felicia FordToday on episode 14 of the Rising Sisterhood Podcast, we are chatting with Felicia Ford. Felicia Ford is The Growth Strategist for Creatives, Leaders and Change-Makers. She is a catalyst, philanthropist and advocate. Felicia cultivates a multi-platform experience for busy creatives, leaders, and change-makers to excel in life + business rooted in positive psychology and habit. Her purpose is to help others create experiences, so they can fully show up in all of their glory... And make others FEEL it.2021-07-2622 min
Education Data ChatEpisode 12: Data Equity In the WorkplaceFelicia Ford is The Growth Strategist for Creatives, Leaders, and Change-Makers, a nonprofit executive director, and an Agency Fellow with the Strategic Data Project at Harvard University. She has also worked in the private agency sector developing programs and services for family preservation, truancy prevention, and independent living for foster youth. Connect with her about growth strategy, high-performance habits, and youth advocacy on Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and feliciafordandco.comMinus 9 to 5 vision:“It still “takes a village.” I see the Minus 9 to 5 vision materializing as a well-equipped village with attainable norms...2021-05-192h 02
Talking TaiwanSuelain and Otter How to Combat Asian Hate AttacksA note from Talking Taiwan host Felicia Lin: Since the beginning of the pandemic I’d been hearing about more and more cases of Asian hate attacks that seemed to be related to blaming the Chinese for spreading COVID. It’s been a year so you could say that I’m kind of late to the game in addressing it here. Perhaps it’s because there wasn’t a single galvanizing event like the murder of George Floyd that mobilized the Black Lives Matter movement. So why now? It wasn’t...2021-03-2951 min
Brighter Thinking PodStudent WellbeingWelcome to series 2 of the Brighter Thinking Pod! In this episode, we’re looking into student wellbeing and mental health. Join our host Georgia Robinson in our virtual studio with two new guests. Ros McLellan is a Lecturer in Teacher Education and Development / Pedagogical Innovation at the University of Cambridge’s Faculty of Education. Tamsin Ford is Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. Show notes DFE social wellbeing report in 2019 The children’s society ‘The good childhood report’ Flourishing Across Europe: Appli...2021-02-2635 min
BenefitLIFEThe Season of GivingThis episode of BenefitLIFE is dedicated to Jane Ford, who with her sister Jean, who gave us a brand that we love. The season of giving! Episode 38 starts with a gift of a person Macy’s LSA, Stephanie Collins, sharing how she kept herself busy during shelter in place by making and gifting Benefit eyeglasses & how a simple gift of our time can make all the difference. For Break the Rules with Wit & Wisdom, Jessica Owens is back to interview one of our brightest rule breakers out there, Central East Regional Sales Manager, Nikki Hall, on giving bac...2020-12-1458 min
The Sex and Self PodcastLet's Talk About Positive ResultsThis week Felicia continues her conversation with Tori Ford, founder of Medical Herstory, an award winning international platform working to de- stigmatise discussions on our health and bodies. The ladies talk about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), their own experiences with them and debunk the concept of STIs being socially taboo. Tori tells us about her positive sexual education experience, and how it still did not protect her from contracting an STI. Reminding us that regardless of your education, STI's are very normal and there should be no shame associated with a positive result. Tune in to hear some advise...2020-10-1249 min
Position To Impact: The PodcastS3E7 The Impact Of Taking A Stance | The Position To Impact PodcastS3E7 The Impact Of Taking A StanceDo you know the feeling of waking up every single day knowing that you were being 100% true to you?Do you know the feeling of believing in your purpose and walking forward with it not caring what other people around you say what your purpose should be?Are you living in that?! Well let me ask you…...What are you standing for, who are you standing with, and what do you want the world to see and know through your viewpoint?Th...2020-05-011h 17
Trill MBA Show - The Career Management Podcast for Black WomenDiscrimination At Ford Motor Company Continues, Another Example w/ Walter Bernard
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Discrimination At Ford Motor Company Continues, Another Example w/ Walter Bernard
In the past 2 years, Ford Motor Company has settled with an EEOC Harassment Investigation for $10.125 Million and in March was ordered to pay $16.8 Million to an ex-employee for discrimination and retaliation. Unfortunately, allegations and lawsuits of discrimination are not new for Ford Motor Company. In fact, if you do a good Google search, these stories of mistreatment are widespread throughout the company. Even though they have all the policies in place, deep within the roots of the culture at Ford Motor...2019-08-111h 15
CLOT MagazineRichard Skelton - No one is there, August 2019For our fourth instalment, Richard Skelton and Phantom Limb Publishing are bringing us a psychogeographical mix.
British musician and sound artist Richard Skelton has been exploring the natural world, its cycles of life and decay and our relationship with landscape and human-constructed spaces with experimental atmospheres. Skelton has just published his latest album, Border Ballads (Corble Stone Press). After spending the last two years living in the rural northern edge of the Scotland-England border, a boundary demarcated by various watercourses, this hinterland topography has informed a series of musical recordings, twelve miniatures fragments of a larger whole, such is their...2019-08-0456 min
The UpBeat, Powered by CoachArtBuilding Support Groups in Your Family Resource CenterIn this week’s episode of The Upbeat Podcast powered by CoachArt, our host Greg is joined by Felicia Ford, an amazing single mother whose 17-year-old daughter Faith was born with cerebral palsy. Felicia shares her inspiring story of how her frightening experience at Faith’s birth motivated her to dive in and do all she could for Faith and for parents in similar situations. Read the full blog post here for Felicia’s wonderful advice on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).The UpBeat podcast is powered by&nbs...2019-07-3000 min
Professional Book NerdsEp. #245 - Read Harder Challenge Part 3We're back with a bunch more recommendations to help you tackle the Book Riot Read Harder Challenge! Here's what we're chatting about today: Book About Nature Animals Strike Curious Poses by Elena Passarello The Drunken Botanist by Amy Stewart Hatchet by Gary Paulsen Rain: A Natural and Cultural History by Cynthia Barnett Shark Drunk by Morten Strøksnes Tarka the Otter by Henry Williamson Western True Grit by Charles Portis The Ox-Bow Incident by Walter Van...2018-07-1240 min
ReWatchable: A TV Re-Watch PodcastEpisode #148 - 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' - 2x07, 2x08 - The Past is PresentJoin us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 7, “Lie to Me,” and episode 8, “The Dark Age.”
Superfans: Karen, Natalie
Newbies: Mitch, Brittany
Fun facts:
Karen felt an ethereal kinship to Mitch while watching Felicia Day play Pokemon Snap. Mitch is painting his new apartment, no glitter was involved. Natalie has a pair of Karen's socks on her desk. We didn't ask why, but found out anyway. Brittany apparently lives in the mecca of Natalie's nerd culture fostering aka Kevin Smith's hometown.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 7, "Lie to Me":2016-02-221h 56
amimetobiosIntroduction to Literary Studies - 1: Carroll, Jonson, YeatsThis is a course on a lot of different topics, genres, periods, and authors in English Language Literature, and on a few theoretical or critical texts that are relevant. Like all introductory courses, we attempt to dive deep very, very quickly. This is the first time I'm teaching it, which I hope will be a plus as well. Some of the works we'll cover I've done in other podcasts (King Lear, Paradise Lost, but those are always different in different contexts and classes. And context, or the suppression of context, turns out from the first class to be partly what the...2016-01-1326 min
Moscova Media PodcastFelicia Gibson Jaycox Vickens Moscova Sponsored by Ford Fusion @DrivingOnEnergiRaised in Tampa, Florida, Felicia Gibson Jaycox, Founder and CEO of The Power of You Teens, has always been passionate about educating and empowering young women.As the daughter of a high school teacher and pastor, Felicia began volunteering at an early age to help make a difference in people’s lives.After graduating high school, Felicia worked as a Care Counselor at a Teen Crisis Center where she helped teens who were having difficulties.It was at the Center that Felicia realized she was passionate about inspiring teens to reach their greatest potential.While earning her degree at the Un...2015-10-0641 min
Moscova Media PodcastFelicia Gibson Jaycox Vickens Moscova Sponsored by Ford Fusion @DrivingOnEnergiRaised in Tampa, Florida, Felicia Gibson Jaycox, Founder and CEO of The Power of You Teens, has always been passionate about educating and empowering young women.As the daughter of a high school teacher and pastor, Felicia began volunteering at an early age to help make a difference in people’s lives.After graduating high school, Felicia worked as a Care Counselor at a Teen Crisis Center where she helped teens who were having difficulties.It was at the Center that Felicia realized she was passionate about inspiring teens to reach their greatest potential.While earning her degree at the Un...2015-10-0640 min
Purple FTW! PodcastEpisode 155: Have a Fall Guy & with Di MurphyCris Carter spits some honest truth, Blair Walsh continues to be the problem no one wants to talk about, and I teach Di Murphy the origin of "Bye Felicia" on this Wednesday edition of Purple FTW! Also, the episode turned into a Nightranger tribute episode...Other "Adrian's Wilt Chamberlain, Not Lebron" Talkers Include• Cris Carter's "Have a fall guy" advice is... Good?• Blair Walsh needs to get his stuff together • Debut: The Gerald Hodges Factor• Adrian is not LeBron• Teddy to Charles Johnson is an important connection• Chase Ford balled in MyCole's abs...2015-08-261h 10
Daytime ConfidentialDC #413: CBS and Days Cream in the Oreo CookieOn today's CBS and Days of Our Lives episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Mike and Melodie discuss the latest in As the World Turns, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, Guiding Light and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including:Forbes March joins As the World Turns. Carly Snyder is a fun drunk. Casey and Alison sleep together. What has happened to Rosanna Cabot? As the World Turns is experiencing many of the same problems that Guiding Light did with their outdoor scenes.Forrester is Logan company, run by Logan...2009-06-0500 min