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AffinityXtraGospel Zone with Howie Mackie 10MAYIA WARREN | Gospel Neo-Soul Artist, Disability Advocate & Trauma Survivor | The Gospel Zone
Join Howie Mack on The Gospel Zone as he welcomes special guest, independent gospel artist Mayia Warren. Mayia opens up about her powerful life story, detailing her journey as a disability, foster care, and trauma survivor advocate from North Carolina.
In this inspiring interview, Mayia discusses:
* Pivoting to Music: How she shifted her career path from physical therapy (kinesiology) after realizing God was calling her into full-time disability , which eventually led to her pursuing music.
* Navigating Challenges: Mayia, who is legally blind due to albinism and lives with...
2026-01-2924 min
Holy Hitters RadioHOLY HITTERS RADIO | VOL. 23 (New Music Mix)*** THE HITTERS ***Kai Uriah - SafeKurtis Hoppie - Deny Myself(ft.Mike Malagies & Isaiah Robin)Marques Anthony - Marq S.Rael The Artist - SwitchChris Elijah - Keep RunningTay Stunna - We Praisin(ft.El.stxn)RBG Jay - Wisdom From PawThomas Austin - StepMayia Warren - SanctuaryKi Alexis - HOPE (ft.faith Lofi)Vic Lucas - Thank you, God (ft.Lady Audri)
2026-01-2833 min
Holy Hitters RadioHOLY HITTERS RADIO | VOL. 23 (New Music Mix)*** THE HITTERS ***Kai Uriah - SafeKurtis Hoppie - Deny Myself(ft.Mike Malagies & Isaiah Robin)Marques Anthony - Marq S.Rael The Artist - SwitchChris Elijah - Keep RunningTay Stunna - We Praisin(ft.El.stxn)RBG Jay - Wisdom From PawThomas Austin - StepMayia Warren - SanctuaryKi Alexis - HOPE (ft.faith Lofi)Vic Lucas - Thank you, God (ft.Lady Audri)
2026-01-2833 min
Master Your Manhood: the Marcus Stewart PodcastHow To Date As A Christian w/Mayia WarrenIf you are a Christian & trying to navigate the dating scene this is one episode that you don't want to miss! I brought on a special guest - recording artist Mayia Warren to discuss Christianity and the misunderstood landscape of Christian dating. I think she was the right person to break down the minor details that you should be thinking about as a Christian when you are trying to find your person. This episode is an in depth conversation about faith, overcoming life's obstacles, & ultimately searching for love. Watch this episode on Youtube
2025-12-191h 24
Welcome To The NeighborhoodWTTN 502 - Fall Fund Drive '26 Playlist
Ensalada (Feat. Anderson.Paak) by Freddie Gibbs x The Alchemist on ESGN (ESGN)
IKEA (feat. Saba) by Kelly Moonstone on Kelly Moonstone (Kelly Moonstone)
Reincarnation (feat. Homeboy Sandman) by Alfa Mist on Sekito (Sekito)
Frequency (feat. Lucky Daye) by D Smoke on WoodWorks Records/Death Row Records (WoodWorks Records/Death Row Records)
Nah, You're Mad Extra by Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon on Lex Records (Lex Records)
Taj Mahal by Mobb Deep on Mass Appeal (Mass Appeal)
Bottega Trunks (ft. Stove God Cooks) by Dave East on FTD (FTD)
Round n Round by Jae Skeese on Drumworks Music...
2025-10-1100 min
HardLee Typical PodcastThe Soundtrack of Strength: Mayia Warren on Disability, Faith, and Music.In this episode, Lamar and Terisha Lee engage in a heartfelt conversation with Maya Warren, a talented musician and speaker who shares her journey of living with albinism and various health challenges. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding disabilities, the importance, and community support Maya's story highlights resilience, faith, and the significance of understanding one's identity beyond physical appearances. In this conversation, the speakers explore the complexities of disability, interdependence, and the importance of community. They discuss how different perspectives on disability can lead to a deeper understanding and acceptance of oneself and others. The conversation also touches...
2025-04-281h 00
Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenInside the Music: Creating 'Only You' with CeeAHNO
In this inspiring episode of The Better Not Bitter Podcast, I sit down with the incredibly talented CeeAHNO to discuss our latest collaboration, the new single "Only You." Join us as we dive deep into the heart of the song, sharing the inspiration and stories behind its creation. CeeAHNO opens up about his unique creative process as a producer and musician, revealing how his faith and personal experiences shape his music. We explore the profound ways God uses pain to fuel our creativity and how this journey has impacted both of our lives. Tune in for an...
2024-07-1224 min
Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship CarePersonal Story of Healing from Sexual AbuseClick here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.Join this inspiring discussion with two former foster youths who talk about their time in foster care and how that experience shaped them. Lanitta was a pregnant and parenting teen growing up in the North Carolina foster care system. In May of 2022, she joined the 2% population of former foster youth that graduate from post-secondary education with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and finance. Mayia Warren was in foster care and later adopted by her grandmother. She has multiple invisible disabilities, albinism, and is...
2024-06-191h 00Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenPart 2: The Importance of Interdependence with Dr. Lamar HardwickTune in to part two of the latest episode of the Better Not Bitter Podcast, where host Mayia Warren has a captivating conversation with esteemed guest Dr. Lamar Hardwick. In this insightful episode, they delve deep into the intertwined concepts of interdependence and storytelling. Dr. Hardwick brings his expertise to the forefront as they explore how our interconnectedness shapes the narratives we tell ourselves and others in light of Christ. From personal anecdotes to societal reflections and biblical concepts, they unpack the profound ways in which our stories reflect and shape our understanding of interdependence in the grand scope...
2024-06-1723 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenPart 1: The Impact of Storytelling with Dr. Lamar Hardwick
Tune in to part one of the latest episode of the Better Not Bitter Podcast, where host Mayia Warren has a captivating conversation with esteemed guest Dr. Lamar Hardwick. In this insightful episode, they delve deep into the intertwined concepts of interdependence and storytelling. Dr. Hardwick brings his expertise to the forefront as they explore how our interconnectedness shapes the narratives we tell ourselves and others in light of Christ. From personal anecdotes to societal reflections and biblical concepts, they unpack the profound ways in which our stories reflect and shape our understanding of interdependence in the...
2024-06-1438 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenHow Can Disability and Mental Health Coexist? w/ Healthy Minds UnitedIn today's episode, we follow Mayia as she returns to her High School Alma Mater, accompanied by her mentees from the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) club. Tune into this special edition of the Better Not Bitter Podcast for Mental Health Awareness Month.
2023-07-1135 min
Inflamed Sisters ThrivingEp 02: Thriving with Mental Health in Spoonie Life- Mental Health Awareness Month SpecialWelcome to the Mental Health Awareness Month Special!
The Spoon Theory developed by Christine Miserandino defines how a person living with chronic illness manages their energy. It explains how chronic illness warriors only have a certain amount of energy to extend to activities of daily life illustrated by spoons. You must consider how your chronic illness affects not only your energy, but also how that energy can impact your mental health as well.
The National Institute of Health states that 168 million adults reported depression. The CDC states 1 in 5 people have a mental health condition and 1 in 20 will have a serious...
2022-05-1134 min
Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenComorbidities, Chronic Pain and Hope w/ Catina Morrison of the Inflamed Sisters Thriving PodcastJoin Mayia and Catina as they discuss life with chronic illness.
2022-04-2446 min
A Spoonieful: Chronically Candid ConvosEpisode 67 | A Spoonieful of FaithIn this week's episode, Morgan is joined by fellow warrior and creative Mayia Warren of the Better Not Bitter Podcast to have a candid discussion about faith and chronic illness. Faith is one of the ways that many people cope with traumatic life events life having a chronic illness. For those of us already with faith, a chronic illness diagnosis can definitely test your faith.
Let's Connect
Morgan's IG - https://instagram.com/morgan.wellness
Maiya's IG - https://instagram.com/mayiawarren or https://instagram.com/betternotbitterpod
2022-04-1649 min
Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenAlbinism and Art with Gavin Boulware of the Paid In Exposure PodcastAlbinism and Art with Gavin Boulware of the Paid In Exposure Podcast
2022-03-241h 00Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenHow to Live Well with Chronic Illness w/ Morgan Greene of the A Spoonieful PodcastHow to Live Well with Chronic Illness w? Morgan Greene of the A Spoonieful Podcast
2022-03-221h 01Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenThe Power of Storytelling Season 2 Finale w/ Kimberly Warner of Unfixed MediaIn the Season 2 finale of the BNB Podcast, Mayia sits down with Kimberly Warner, the founder, director and producer behind Unfixed Media Productions. As a Chronic Illness Warrior herself, she founded Unfixed Media Productions to showcase the lives of those who lead life with incurable and chronic health conditions.
2022-01-1744 min
Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenTHE CHECK IN: Beauty, Bravery, and BurnoutMayia highlights the lessons that 2021 brought. In addition this episode of the first install of an audio only segment of Better Not Bitter Podcast called the Check In
2022-01-0517 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenLiving In Color w/ K!D CasperIn this episode Casper shares his experiences with synesthesia.
2021-11-1750 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenNavigating Blindness w/ Cassidy HooperIn this episode Mayia and Cassidy discuss Blindness Awareness, while gleaning inspiring from Cassidy's unique story.
Follow Better Not Bitter at: https://www.instagram.com/betternotbitterpod/
2021-11-171h 07Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenNavigating Life And Disability w/ Regan SinkIn this episode Mayia and Regan discuss his experiences with spinal muscular atrophy 2, disability awareness and mental health.
Follow the Better Not Bitter Podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/betternotbitterpod/
2021-11-171h 10Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenCreating Content with a Vision Impairment w/ JNW BossJNW Boss and Mayia discuss the unique aspects of content creation with a visual disability. Follow the Better Not Bitter Podcast on IG at @betternotbitterpod
2021-11-1753 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenWhat People Who Have a Disability Wish You Knew w/ TJ WallFollow us at @betternotbitterpod for more
2021-11-1656 min
Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenEmpowering People with Invisible Chronic Illness w/ Dr. Karen of the Epic FoundationFor more information:
⌨ Instagram - @mayiawarren
⌨ Tiktok - @therealmayiawarren
Want more advocacy content? Check out these playlists:
📣 Better Not Bitter Season 1:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM...
📣 Better Not Bitter Season 2:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM...
Disability Organizations
🟦 For Parents of Children with Disabilities
https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/
🟦 Industries for The Blind and Visually Impaired:
https://ibvi.org/
🟦 Invisible Disabilities Association:
https://invisibledisabilities.org/
Chroni...
2021-11-011h 26Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenWhen Faith and Purpose Collide w/ AJ For ShortIn this episode AJ For Short and Mayia discuss the ins and outs of Albinism and standing out involuntarily.
2021-09-091h 15Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenFrom Motorcycle Accident to Miracle w/ Kijuan AmeyJoin us as Kijuan Amey talks about his experience of losing his sight but gaining his vision.
2021-08-091h 19Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenStepping Out of Your Comfort Zone w/ Mecail MartinJoin us as Mecail Martin talks about adapting to becoming blind as a result of Stevens Johnson Syndrome.
2021-08-091h 04Better Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenAdvocacy, Awareness & Faith w/ Marvalyn Green of Yell4changeYell4change Instagram: https://instagram.com/yell4change?utm... Yell4change YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCbM85L90... Yell4change Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yell4change/ Yell4change Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0eBXPr0... National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation: https://www.albinism.org/ Born Too White Ottawa: https://instagram.com/borntoowhiteott...
2021-07-0556 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenThe Bait of Busyness w/ Pastor Roy DockeryPastor Roy Dockery Instagram: https://instagram.com/pastorroydocker... Pastor Roy Dockery on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roydockeryMBA/ Pastor Roy Dockery YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/PastorRoyDockery Savage Truth Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pastorroydockery Merchandise: https://onfaithministries.4mypromo.com/
2021-07-0251 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenVitiligo Awareness w/ Ben Brown of The Vitiligo & Albinism NetworkThe Vitiligo & Albinism Network:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/tvanstrong/
2021-06-1649 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenLife with Albinism w/ Dale Hamilton of the Life with Albinism PodcastOn this episode I am joined by Dale Hamilton of the Life with Albinism Podcast
2021-06-1241 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenLife After Diagnosis....Things get REALIn today's episode I conclude the remainder of my migraine journey.
2021-06-0820 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenQuitting Basketball because of Migraine?Today I will be sharing the first part of my journey with chronic migraine and how it all began.
2021-06-0508 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenCampus Exploration & ResourcesThis is the last installment of the "Transitioning to College w/ a Disability" Series
2021-06-0214 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenEmail Etiquette & Communication w/ your ProfessorsIn this episode we continue the effort to make the transition from high school to college smoother by discussing helpful tips for communicating and building relationships with your professors.
2021-05-0120 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenCollege, & Disability Self AdvocacyIn this weeks episode, I discuss some tips on how to navigate college with a disability.
2021-04-2322 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenAuditory Processing Disorder w/ Special Guest CeeAHNOIn this episode, I have the privilege of learning from special guest CeeHNO about his learning disability and how it has impacted him.
2021-04-2318 minBetter Not Bitter Podcast with Mayia WarrenMy why, Chronic Illness and Lessons from PaulIn this episode I discuss my purpose starting this podcast. I hope you find it encouraging.
2021-04-2329 min