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Beauty In The Breakup PodcastRelationship Wants Versus NeedsHi Family! This episode concludes season two! In this episode, Tika and Irise explore scenarios that they feel are wants versus needs in a relationship. They also discuss personal experiences within their past marriages and where they are now in terms of dating and relationships. Keep in Touch: Instagram: @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast Hosts: Irise @VivaciousPinky; Tika @TikaTheTrainer Stay tuned for season three!2023-06-1148 min
Beauty In The Breakup PodcastThe Challenges of Marriage2023-06-0438 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastPlanning Your Single LifeHey friends! In this episode Tika and Irise discuss ways to plan singleness if that should be the case for us. 2023-05-2837 minBeauty In The Breakup Podcast5 Forgiveness In Marriage mp3 partial editGood day friends! In today's episode, Tika and Irise discuss how much forgiveness it takes to be in a committed marriage or relationship. The truth is it takes a lot! We also share personal experiences of betrayal and how (if) we moved passed it. Question to our audience: Have you ever had to forgive someone in a relationship for something you didn't know if you all could move on from? If so, what was the resoultion? We would love to hear your feedback. Keep in touch! Instagram: @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast @VivaciousPinky- H...2023-05-2134 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastHow long should we date before getting married?Hey friends! Thank you for tuning in this week. Today's episode we are discussing how long we waited before getting married. Some of our admissions may shock you! Marriage is a serious comittment. Question for our audience-how long do you think couples should date before getting married? Keep in touch on Instagram: Show page- @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast Hosts: Irise- @VivaciousPinky; Tika- @TikaTheTrainer2023-05-1433 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastMarriage and Relationship MaintenanceGood day listeners! Thank you for tuning in to this week's episode. In this episode, we are talking about relationship/marriage maintenance. Tika and Irise are giving ways they learned and used during their relationship journey that helped fuel their relationships. What are some things that have been useful to communicate with your partner-either past or present? Let us know in the comments! Keep in touch! Instagram: @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast @VivaciousPinky-Host Irise @TikaTheTrainer-Host Tika YouYube: Beauty In The Breakup Podcast Facebook: Beauty In The Breakup...2023-05-0716 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastCommunication for partnershipWhy does it seem communication between people seeking romantic compatibility has changed? There once was a time we valued having a partner but that does not seem to be the case anymore. Questions for our audience: What are some ways do you struggle in communication in relationships? Does this only occur with people trying to date or those in committed relationships are well? Keep in touch on Instagram: Show page: @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast; hosts: Irise @VivaciousPinky; Tika @TikaTheTrainer 2023-04-3033 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastY'all asking for money now?!Toni Braxton once said, "men are the new bitches." Not our words. She is the one who said it but does she has a point? There was once a time when men took pride in caring for their families. There was a time it was understood that a man is to pursue and provide for a woman if he was to have her. Where has that time gone? In this episode, Tika and Irise discuss times where a man has straight asked for money from them and also getting caught in the cycle is being too nice! O...2023-04-2336 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastWhat Makes Marriage so Hard? Featuring Paul Taylor of Paul Taylor StudiosHello supporters of The Beauty in the Breakup Podcast! Wecome to season one finale! In today's episode, Tika and Irise chat with fellow native Memphian Paul Taylor of @PaulTaylor_Studios about the different reasons marriage is so challenging. We all agree that marriage, although difficult, is worth having when shared with the right person. In this episode we shared different reasons we felt hardships in marriage, as well as navigating dating after a dissolution of a marriage. Thank you for supporting the podcast during this first season! Follow us on Instagram @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast in the meantime and stay t...2023-03-1942 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastDisappointments versus singlenessIs there ever a good reason to ghost someone? If so, is there any coming back from that? Is heartbreak a necessary piece of finding the perfect mate? Do relationship disappointments trigger grief for you? If so, in what ways? In this episode, Tika and Irise discuss these topics that might influence someone to remain single versus enduring heartbreak. @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast @VivaciousPinky @TikaTheTrainer2023-03-1226 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastPettiestPettiest Reasons Featuring Kelah Carter Reasons Featuring Kelah CarterWelcome to episode 6 of the Beauty in the Breakup Podcast entitled Pettiest Reasons Featuring Kelah Carter. Kelah is the owner of Nail Lounge nail salon and After 5 Boutique in Memphis, TN. This episode is a hilarious take on our deal breakers when it comes to a romantic relationship. Some of these reasons we have decided not to get involved with an individual may seem petty to some, but many are important to us. Many of the reasons we gave are tied to past experiences that taught us things we value. Take a listen and let us know how you...2023-03-0533 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastBad AdviceHave you ever received bad love, relationship or dating advice? Your answer is probably, yes! We likely all have. In this episode, Tika and Irise share some bad advice that has stuck out for them in their dating and marriage history. To keep up with the show and what's to come, get plugged into the show Instagram page @BeautyInTheBreakupPodcast. You can also keep up with the hosts Tika @TikaTheTrainer and Irise @VivaciousPinky.2023-02-2623 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastWhat's your love language? featuring Sam Williams of Memphis, TN.Speaking stricly to my ladies, if you don't listen to another episode this season, listen to this one! Today we feature our first guest, Sam Williams of Memphis, TN. Sam has many titles. He is a father, husband, police officer for the Memphis Police Department and business owner with Body Jus Right Personal Training. Like Tika and Irise, Sam is originally from Memphis, TN. Sam dropped some major gems during this episode. Our topic is a discussion of the five love languages. We did a deep dive discussion into those but Sam also dropped a lot of...2023-02-1949 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastInsecurities in Life and RelationshipsGood day Beautiful People. Welcome to episode 3 of the season. Whew, this episode is DEEP! In today's episode, Tika and Irise discuss some of the insecurities they hold within themselves and how these insecurities play into their dating lives. We all know that every single person on this earth is insecure about something. The challenge is continuing to show up authentically regardless of the scenario. The relationship we all have with ourselves is the most important relationship we have. Focusing on self-love and wellness are just a couple of ways to fuel self-relationships, that of which is...2023-02-1226 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastUnconditional Love-"You better love me like my mama!"This is episode, Tika and Irise discuss who taught them unconditional love and how it shows up in their relationships. Follow on show page on Instastam-@beautyinthebreakuppodcast2023-02-0536 minBeauty In The Breakup PodcastWhat Makes Dating so Hard in 2022?In this introductory episode Tika and Irise break the ice of the season by discussing different ways they believe dating is hard(er) in today's society as opposed to previous time periods. 2023-01-2847 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 10: Menstruation Vacation Hey yall. Happy Sunday. In this week's episode, I review an article entitled Menstruation Vacation. I found it very interesting. According to the article, this is no medical need to have a monthly period. Of course, we have heard this before but I have mixed feelings about it. Take a listen and let me know what you think. If you're not already, follow the show page on Instagram @supercytogirl. The show is about to make some major changes. Stay plugged into the page so you will be the first to know. Have a...2020-11-1632 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 9: The State of the Union, The Yeast Beast Hey yall. Happy Sunday! Season 2 Episode 9 I talk about how so incredibly happy I am this election cycle is coming to an end. It's been stressful. More importantly, I can't believe we have a Black Woman VP of the United States! I'm so over the moon. To see all the people celebrating all across the world has been surreal and rewarding. Decency wins! I'm so happy for Senator Kamala Harris. This is definitely a win for team #BlackGirlMagic. I am eager to see the working relationship Joe Biden and Kamala Harris create together. I also...2020-11-0917 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 8: Super Cyto Girl is Going Away Hey, my loves. Happy Sunday. I'm bringing you a solo episode this week telling you about why Super Cyto Girl is going away. I know, I know. It's not as bad as it sounds though. Rebranding is on the way. I'm Excited! To be honest, when I first released the show, I knew then I would have to rebrand and that's okay! I am truly the poster child for learning as I go. I look forward to this new season. I also talked about taking a trip to my home city Memphis TN, and being...2020-11-0225 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 7: Momming to a Baby with a Congenital Disorder with Ashley Wallace Hey ya'll! Happy Sunday. We have a very special episode this week. We are chatting with Ashley Wallace. Ashley is a Memphian who is a wife, mom, career-woman, and entrepreneur. She owns two businesses: A-Plus Events and Consulting (event planning services) and Sassy Cocktails (mobile bartending). Ashley came to chat about her experiences with pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood. Most recently, she experienced giving birth during a pandemic and discovering her new baby has Trisomy 21, also known as Down Syndrome. October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The purpose of this awareness month is to raise public awareness and...2020-10-2536 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 6: Whitney McGhee with Pure Gold Yoga Hey yall. Happy Sunday. This week we have a very special guest-Whitney McGhee of Pure Gold Yoga. We chatted all about her experiences with travel, yoga, and radical self-healing. Whitney is on a mission to help others, especially People of Color, discover the healing they can find through yoga. You can follow her journey on Instagram @PureGoldYoga and @iamwhitneysol.2020-10-1852 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 episode 5: Is Kamala Harris Black? How do you feel about Pap Tests being removed as a primary screening tool for cervical cancer? Would you donate you uterus to another woman? Hey yall. Happy Sunday. I hope you all are getting a great start to your week. In today's episode, I talk about maintaining mental clarity by listening to my body and having a good self-care regime. This weekend my self-care consisted of a high-intensity workout, mediation, and quality time with my tiny human. We know that we are still in the midst of a pandemic, so if you are looking for some an opportunity to exercise or create balance through yoga or meditation, check out the people/pages below. For online training, check out my...2020-10-1121 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 4: Tackling Depression with Tara Seay of Universal Parenting Place Hey yall. Happy Sunday. I hope you all have gotten a great start to your week and heading into Monday with intention and expectation. Today's episode features Tara Seay, Director of Universal Parenting Place in Memphis, TN. Tara absolutely loves mental health and started in the field after she suffered a traumatic incident of her own. We defined depression, how that differs from post-partum depression; We talked about who can suffer from post-partum depression including fathers; We talked about what post-partum anxiety is and some resources that can be tapped into if there is someone...2020-10-0440 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 3: Jasmine Tasaki of We Care TN Hey yall. Happy Sunday. This week's episode features Jasmine Tasaki, founder of We Care TN. We Care empowers Black transgender women to live the life that they envisioned. We Care hosts several programs with the largest two programs being TransPro and ALOT-Active Living Openly Trans. TransPro is geared towards drug users and sex workers both current and former. Both programs are job readiness initiatives. We Care also has other programs-Trans Speak, CORE and Gal Pals. You can reach Jasmine and find out more about her organization by visiting ActBlue.com, WeCareTN.org, Facebook- We Care...2020-09-2729 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 2: The Fibroid Pandemic, LLC. Hey yall. Happy Sunday! This week's episode features LaToya Dwight of The Fibroid Pandemic, LLC. She and I chatted about how she felt inspired to form her brand The Fibroid Pandemic after she herself was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. During a routine visit, Latoya went from being told that she had uterine fibroids, to receiving a recommendation to proceed with a hysteractomy all within a matter of minutes. This triggered a more than 4 year span of research, gathering data and resources about uterine fibroids. The mission of this research was to not only help herself but to...2020-09-2039 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 2 Episode 1: Surviving Imposter Syndrome Hey yall! Oh my goodness. It's been so long since we have chatted! I apologize because It's totally my fault. I moved from Tennessee to Florida over the summer. Although I am loving my new location, this move was much more on my mind than I anticipated. I had a very ambitious goal of only taking 30 days off from the podcast but honestly, I just couldn't do it. I talk more about what this move has been for me and how I have been having some real internal struggles in this season premiere. I also talk about...2020-09-1432 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 14: Dr. Kirsten McKnight-The Eyes are the windows to the body. Happy Season One Finale! Episode 14 marks the season finale of the Super Cyto Girl Podcast. I have learned so much thus far. So many things I can't wait to incorporate for season two! In today's episode, I gave some brief thoughts about my feelings about the #GeorgeFloyd murder. It's been a rough week for so many. So many people are hurting. I am wrapping each of you in my virtual hugs and prayers. On another note, I do have some GREAT personal news...I'm moving! Listen to the episode to find...2020-06-0152 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 13: Achieving B.A.L.A.N.C.E. with Toni Louis Hey yall. Happy Sunday! May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I am so glad I had the chance to chat with Toni Louis of Holistically Yours, LLC. Toni dropped so many gems about how we can achieve BALANCE in our lives. Toni has 2 main clients. She services individuals and clients wanting counseling services. She also is a self-care coach. I enjoyed speaking with Toni about her journey to opening her own practice and the things we can do to find more satisfaction emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. Connect with Toni by following her...2020-05-2440 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 12: Dr. Keisha Burnett-Super Cytotechnologist I cannot tell you all how excited I am to have Dr. Keisha Burnett on as a guest today! Keisha is my former professor and friend. She has accomplished so much, and with her busy schedule, I am honored she made time to come and chat with me. Oh, we got into yall. We talked about a lot. We talked about how she stumbled upon the field of Cytotechnology and how it changed her life. We also chatted about how it can be difficult to balance home and life but with her awesome support system, she is...2020-05-171h 07
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 11: Robbie Green- The Working Mom's Coach First off, mindset shift...” it’s a privilege to be somebody’s mama.” A privilege. I will always remember that quote. I learned so much from the Working Mom’s Coach. Wow. SO much. Positive psychology is one of the things she introduced me too. I had never heard the term. The definition of positive psychology-the scientific study of what makes life worth living. Focusing on the positive. Instead of complaining about certain aspects of mommyhood, we should pivot to choosing happiness. Heavy. I love how Mrs. Robbie saw the need working moms have based...2020-05-1058 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 10: Vaniesha "Vee" Moore of Hope Financial Hey yall! I can't wait for you to listen to this episode. Vaniesha Moore is a dynamic speaker and teacher. She is the owner of Hope Financial-a company that helps African American female entrepreneurs attain financial literacy. She blessed me so much. She gives tips and tricks on how we can make small steps to change our financial outlook. A couple of her favorite resources are The Motley Fool and Kiplinger magazine. You can find her on IG @Vanieshamoore and Facebook at Vaniesha Moore.2020-05-0350 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 9: Be The Example Hey everyone! Here we are back to another Sunday. I don't know about you but during this crazy time, I'm happy to just be alive! I'm excited to present this episode to you. I love drawing strength and wisdom from other women. I was able to do exactly that as I sat and talked with Deidre Pryor of The Hygiene Chic. The Hygiene Chic is a Non-profit 501-C3 organization registered to the state of Tennessee. Deidre has the vision to teach youth girls of the midsouth about personal hygiene, period hygiene and self-love. T...2020-04-2622 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 8: My Cervical Cancer Story Featuring Jani MartiHey yall. Thank you for stopping by to grab a listen to the episode this week. In the last episode, I talked about STD awareness month. In continued recognition of this cause, The Super Cyto Girl Podcast is featuring Jany Marti from Miami, Florida. She is sharing her cervical cancer journey with us. Almost 100% of the time, cervical cancer is caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). I originally spotted Jany on a YouTube video she posted entitled "Why you need to get your annual Pap smear-my cervical cancer journey." Jany is very matter-of-fact and knowledgable in her...2020-04-1940 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 7: My Virtual Therapy Session, The Four Agreements Book Review, STD Awareness MonthHey yall. Happy Easter Sunday. I hope everyone is feeling great today. It's raining in Memphis but I'm blessed and in GREAT spirits. Thank you for tuning in this week. COVID 19 has literally taken over everyone's lives. As much as we try to focus on other things, the coronavirus is apart of our everyday existence whether we like it or not. I've been trying to stay level-headed and centered. In this week's episode, I talk about my first virtual therapy session and reviewing the book my therapist recommended. The book is entitled The Four Agreements. Every adult...2020-04-1225 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 6: COVID 19, Hormones, Sexual Assault Awareness month, Stress AwarenessHappy April Everyone! Thank you for stopping by the show this week. The world is so crazy right now! I admit in the beginning of all this madness with COVID 19, I was not worried. It seemed at the time the virus was contained to certain areas of the world. Slowly but surely, the numbers keep creeping up. I wish this wasn't happening. I wish we could contain it better. I'm concerned BUT still optimistic. This is hitting everyone-HARD. Everyone. My hope is that we are able to come together and flatten the line of individuals getting sick...2020-04-0527 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 5: Hormones Governing The Menstrual CycleHey yall. Happy Sunday. The world has been so crazy lately, no? Everything is all over the place. There's confusion, people are losing jobs and toilet paper is more valuable than diamonds right now! All I can do, is keep each and everyone one of you in my thoughts and prayers until this pandemic starts to subside. I hope you will do the same for me. In this week's episode of the Super Cyto Girl Podcast, we are discussing hormones that affect the Female Reproductive System. There are multiple hormones at play here but we will take...2020-03-2917 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 4: Menstrual Periods MatterThis week features a special girl talk episode. We are talking about menstrual periods and period hygiene. This topic can be so taboo but who cares? This episode was so much fun to record. I learned a lot and had a good time with my friends while talking about such an important subject. Mentioned in this episode: -The Honey Pot Company -Diva Cup -Saalt Cup 2020-03-2245 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 3: Bluff City Health: Eating Disorders and Disorder EatingI truly enjoyed this interview with Whitney Trotter who is the owner of Bluff City Health. Bluff City Health is a private practice designed to help individuals with eating disorders and disordered eating. Whitney stands apart and thrives in this field because she has clinical experience as a registered nurse and dietitian. She uses the knowledge she’s earned in each field and incorporates that into treatment plans for her clients. I hope you learn something from this episode.2020-03-1548 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowEpisode 2: The Down to Earth DoulaHey yall! Thanks for stopping by. I'm super excited today. The Super Cyto Girl Podcast has a guest on this week's episode. Our FIRST GUEST! Someone who has SUPER dope energy is a SUPER mom and runs a SUPER business. Angel Amaniyah Love AKA the Down to Earth Doula came to chat with me about how she struggled to share important points in her life because she didn't feel it was would be valued. As a homeschool and life-school teacher to her children, Angel learned to create all-natural, homemade remedies and medicines for her household. Angel uses the experiences...2020-03-0836 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowBonus Episode-The Collapse of an Empire: The Realest Ish I Learned From Marriage and Divorce Sometimes things don't work out the way you thought they would or should...BUT there are no bad decisions! No lost time! Only Lessons. I have been getting many questions about the status of my marriage. Although normally private, I have decided to make this episode to extinguish any and all questions about this matter. Hope this helps someone. Be true to you and don't allow people to tell your story for you. God Speed to all. I love yall. Mentioned in this episode-Toni Jones who created the affirmation album entitled Affirmations for t...2020-03-0129 min
Super Cyto Girl Talk ShowSeason 1 Episode 1: Who is Super Cyto Girl? Well hello there and welcome to the very first episode of the Super Cyto Girl talk show. In this episode, I'll tell you more about me, your host, Irise Chornes. I also dish on how I ended up in this very moment-including finding purpose and passion through profession, single-parentdom, and more. Music for the body of this podcast episode from https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music2020-01-0712 min