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Designers of Change's PodcastEpisode 10 - How A Positive Attitude Makes the Difference - The Designers of Change PodcastSend a textDesigners of Change Podcast – Episode 10 “Having a Positive Attitude Makes the Difference”In Episode 10 of the Designers of Change Podcast, hosts Jamar & Natassia Wright dive deep into the power of attitude and how it shapes every outcome in our lives. This inspiring conversation breaks down why attitude isn’t just a personality trait—it’s a transformational force that can either accelerate your growth or hold you back from the future you’re meant to design.Jamar & Natassia explore how your attitude is directly conne...
2025-11-1631 min
The Truth Be Told PodcastEpisode 07: From 9-to-Should to 9-to-Aligned: Human Design as a Map back to Self with Mindy CrawfordIn this episode of Truth Be Told, I sit down with Human Design reader and energy guide Mindy Crawford to unpack what it means to truly understand your design and how knowing your energy type can bring you back home to yourself.We talk about Mindy’s personal journey of leaving a misaligned career, navigating motherhood while disconnected from her truth, and finally discovering how her Generator design gave her the permission she didn’t know she needed.This episode is for anyone stuck in the “shoulds,” questioning their career path, or wondering why they...
2025-11-1342 min
Designers of Change's PodcastPurpose in Leadership Pain: Why Every Leader Must Face It | Designers of Change Podcast Ep. 6Send a text🎙️ Designers of Change Podcast – Episode 6 "Purpose in Leadership Pain" Hosted by Jamar & Natassia WrightLeadership isn’t just a position—it’s a pressure point. In this powerful episode, Jamar and Natassia dive deep into the pain that comes with leading, and why it's often the path to purpose. From personal flaws to economic downturns, bad decisions to unexpected competition—pain is inevitable, but growth is optional.🔍 What kind of pain do leaders face? 💡 How do you confront problems with...
2025-10-1931 min
Designers of Change's PodcastEpisode 5 - How Mindfulness & Emotional Intelligence are Superpowers - Designers of ChangeSend a text🎙️ Episode 5: Mindfulness & Emotional IntelligenceDuration: 30 minutes Hosts: Jamar & Natassia WrightIn this powerful episode of the Designers of Change Podcast, Jamar and Natassia explore how mindfulness and emotional intelligence can transform how we live, lead, and connect.🧠 What you’ll hear:What mindfulness really means—and why our fast-paced culture needs itHow learning to regulate your emotions leads to personal growthThe role of the male ego in emotional expressionWhy mindfulness and EQ are essential traits for effective le...
2025-10-1232 min
Designers of Change's PodcastEpisode 4 - How to Create a Healthy Organizational Culture - Designers of ChangeSend a text🎧 New Episode Alert! Designers of Change Podcast – Episode 4 "Healthy Organizational Culture" 🕒 30 minutes 🎙️ Hosted by Jamar & Natassia Wright What’s really shaping your workplace behind the scenes? 🌱 In this episode, Jamar and Natassia dive deep into one of the most powerful—and often overlooked—forces in any organization: culture. Whether you're leading a team, running a company, or just trying to survive a toxic workplace, this episode unpacks: ✨ What organizational culture actually is 🔥 Why culture always trumps strategy 🏛️ Ho...
2025-10-0530 min
The Truth Be Told PodcastTruth Be Told Podcast TrailerWelcome to the Truth Be Told podcast. I am your host, Natassia Valli. What can I tell you about me? I'm a student of life, a truth seeker, a glimmer appreciator, a solo mom of two boys, a friend, a sister, a meditation guide, an intuitive alignment coach, and I am now your podcast host for the Truth Be Told podcast.I am on a journey and have been on a journey on finding my way back home to my truest self. And in this journey, I have witnessed some of the biggest lessons that I...
2025-05-1202 min
Be You Not ThemFinding The Little Joys with NatassiaHAPPINESS DOESN'T HAVE TO BE LOUD. Welcome to another solosode episode! Today Natassia is sharing something that helps her deal with days where she feels stressed, overwhelmed, or just an overall feeling of MEH. Finding Little Joys. These are small little moments throughout your day and life where you feel a sense of joy or happiness. Natassia shares some of the little joys in her life to help you reflect on what Little Joys may look like to you. What are some little moments of peace or happiness in your day? How can you do m...
2021-08-0212 minBe You Not ThemBuilding A Night RoutineWHEN YOUR SLEEP IS MESSED UP. As two people who have suffered from sleep deprivation and insomnia in the past... we're here to tell you that you need to set up a night routine. Because we're boring adults now and we go to bed by 10:00 PM at the latest. You'll thank us later! [1:20] Why Are Night Routines Important? We have experienced what it's like to be perpetually EXHAUSTED. So lets talk about the benefits of developing a night routine that works for you. [2:07] How Our Night Routines Have Changed Us. Guys, sorr...
2021-07-1931 minBe You Not ThemTrusting Your Talent with NatassiaReady for a new solosode?! Today, Natassia shares her own experience with struggling to recognize her own talent and skills for many years. Imposter syndrome is REAL, guys. Natassia shares a recent experience she had that truly made her realize that she ALWAYS had the skills she needed to succeed... she just didn't recognize it in herself earlier. She also shares some tips on how to grow that trust in your own talent. Let this episode serve as a reminder to you that you're probably doing a lot better than you actually think. We all c...
2021-07-0819 minBe You Not ThemHot Mess ExpressIT IS OK TO BE A HOT MESS. Welcome to another solosode! It is Nina's turn to share a little bit about how much being a "hot mess" is not accepted not only in society but in Nina's own little world. Much like Natassia, this little dialogue was also inspired by a conversation she had with her coach, Angie Sanchez. Nina wants to flip this idea on its head and thus, shares how she has turned to be a hot mess into something successful, beautiful, and transformative. Some of the things Nina discusses The negative root...
2021-04-2917 minBe You Not ThemHow to Make Peace with Goodbyes with NatassiaENDINGS LEAD TO NEW BEGINNINGS. Welcome to another solosode! It’s been a while since we’ve had one of these episodes! In this solosode, Natassia shares some thoughts around making peace with saying goodbye, which was inspired by a conversation she had with her coach, Angie. Sometimes we have to accept the fact that things need to end... whether it’s a friendship, job, place or situation we’ve become familiar with. Natassia shares some of her struggles and the emotions she felt when she needed to say goodbye to a relationship or a situation that no longe...
2021-04-2720 minBe You Not ThemFinding Your Purpose (And Living With Purpose)WHAT IS YOUR “THING”? We hear this all the time and for us this was a source of some of our existential crises in our 20s. What. Is. Our. Purpose. Maybe you already have yours figured out or maybe you’re still trying to define yours. We didn’t really understand ours until this past year, so it’s never too early or late! We discuss what “purpose” means, as well as some of our misconceptions about what our WHY really was. Then, we give some takeaways for how you can find what your inner purpose is! [2:32] Defining Purpo...
2021-01-1829 min
Brodette NationS3 E13 Another season downIn this episode Natassia Cherne, the host of the Brodette Nation Podcast, closes out the season. She explains how awesome season 3 was, lessons learned, 2021, and more. Thank you for another amazing season full of love, compassion and badass Brodettes. Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/brodette-nationSpotifyPodbean: http://brodettenation.podbean.com/feed/iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/brodette-nation/id1265275476Stitcher: http...
2021-01-0618 minBrodette NationS3 E12 Be Hard to KillIn this episode we catch up with Keavy Rake who has shared her story in season one and two. This time we talk about her recent deployment with special operations servicemembers, her 2020 vibe and female leadership. As Keavy states in this episode, be hard to kill in mind, body, and spirit. Listen to the last Brodette of season 3. Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/brodette-nationSpotify...
2020-12-3059 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - How To Combat LonelinessReleasing this little Mini Pick Me Up right before the holidays, just to remind ourselves how we can deal with Loneliness, which was the main topic of Episode #36. You should definitely go check that episode out if you haven't yet, especially if you have been feeling a little alone. This weeks question is: What is something you do to combat feelings of loneliness? We both share different ways that have helped us cope with feelings of loneliness, from Natassia focusing on gratitude while in the midst of a panic attack to Nina reflecting...
2020-12-2409 minBrodette NationS3 E11 Rise Up NutritionIn this episode we talk to Lindsey Cortes, NCAA & Professional Sports Dietitian, entrepreneur, and competitive runner. We talk about how she became a Dietitian and started her own business which focuses on helping women with their body image, fuel and nourishment of their bodies. You don't want to miss this amazing and uplifting episode. Food doesn't have to be a battleground. Follow Lindsey:Instagram: @Lindsey.RiseUpNutrition (https://www.instagram.com/lindsey.riseupnutrition/)Website: www.RiseUpNutritionRUN.comFacebook @RiseUpNutritionRUN (https://www.facebook.com/RiseUpNutritionRUN)Private Facebook Group: Female Athlete Nutrition (https://www.facebook.com/groups...
2020-12-1637 min
Modest Is SheSeason 2, Episode 12: I Am a New CreationThis has been an amazing faith-filled year. Natassia and Ilana discuss the challenges of 2020 and their advice/perspective moving forward. Here comes 2021 the year of growth and development. Thank you to everyone who shared this journey with His Word in 2020.
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2020-12-1541 minBe You Not ThemEmbracing ChangeWhy does change stir up such fear, nervousness & hesitancy in us? A new job, a big move, even the decision to travel solo...all these events may give us a mini breakdown because of our lovely frenemy, FEAR. It is this fear that makes us question the change we are thinking about or stop us in our tracks of taking that action for change. Today, we want to change that. We want to have change be EMBRACED, like a little hand hug...awkward but cute. [1:32] Adversity to Change. We dive right into calling out how change is vie...
2020-12-1433 minBrodette NationS3 E10 Mad at DisneyIn this episode we talk to Jazmine Schultz, artist, entrepreneur community organizer, and lover of Disney movies. We talk about how she became a business owner and her passions. We also talk about the impact Disney movies had and has on young girls. Join us as we analyze the movie, the Little Mermaid. Follow Jazmine:Instagram: @prairieskybreads www.prairieskybreads.com Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker...
2020-12-0953 minBe You Not ThemBaklava Sessions: Dating Mishaps In Our 20sIt's time for another FUNNY Baklava Session. We cringed a lot recording this one, guys. We discuss all of our hilarious dating mishaps from our 20s. There are moments that made us see red, that made us shocked... and others that made us say, "WTF?" We each share some cringeworthy moments from our 20s. Here are some of our favorite highlights (you'll have to listen to know more!): Nina had the entirety of "Lean on Me" whispered in her ear while trying to sleep. Natassia had an admirer who left a voicemail saying he wanted to...
2020-12-0734 minBrodette NationS3 E9 Art of deep listeningIn this episode we talk to Sonia Tully, a fourth generation intuitive, hay house author and guide. We talk about her journey in becoming an intuitive teacher, the importance of listening to your intuition, and your spirit. This episode is an experience you don't want to miss.Follow Sonia:Instagram: @soniatully_Podcast -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-all-related/id1517419950?ls=1Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7BJknONitGk6qcFRBeGJdk?si=FauLhqL3TMeyD3RHaTghsQBook - https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Amazing-Help-Yourself-Reclaiming/dp/140195233X/ref=sr_1_24?dchild=1&keywords=you+are+amazing&qid=1605549220&sr=8-24
2020-12-0250 minBe You Not ThemGoing Against Social NormsEver feel like your biological tock is ticking? Or perhaps feel that for your age, you are not where you need to be in your career? First off, who defines these norms for us and second, why do we need to abide to them? In this week's episode, we go through the all the lovely norms that society tells us women to follow and challenge the hell outta them. Get ready because we ain't holding back here. [2:01] Early Wedding Bells. Marriage looks different for EVERYONE but one thing that we discuss is the pressure to get married...
2020-11-3035 minBrodette NationS3 E8 Bitter SweetHappy Brodette Nation Wednesday and for those of us in the US, happy Thanksgiving! In this episode Mareshah and I talk about her journey of becoming a mom, her up-coming life transition, and life lessons.Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/brodette-nationSpotifyPodbean: http://brodettenation.podbean.com/feed/iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/brodette-nation/id1265275476Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s...
2020-11-2553 minBe You Not ThemEmbracing Your 30s And Getting Older#32 - Embracing Your 30s And Getting Older AGING IS BEAUTIFUL. We have another more lighthearted episode this week, where we’re going to talk about our fears and the false narratives we build up as we age… especially when you’re a woman! From the dreaded ‘ticking clock’ and fears of losing our youth, we talk about a couple of the expectations we feel we need to meet. And then we’re going to tell you those expectations are all BS :) [2:40] How We Feel About Turning 30. We both had COMPLETELY experiences as we turned 30, so we’re sharing...
2020-11-2330 minBrodette NationS3 E7 Not today...Meet Tricia Ewing, 24-year military AF veteran, a confident and radiant woman. We talk about everything from life in the military, motherhood, her upcoming transition, and her point-of-view of recent events in 2020. This isn't an episode you want to miss. Visit Tricia's website:www.themilitarytransition.comFollow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/brodette-nationSpotifyPodbean: http://brodettenation.podbean.com/feed/iTunes...
2020-11-181h 06Be You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - Your Relationships vs. VictimhoodWelcome to this week’s mini pick me up episode! If you haven’t checked out Monday’s episode, we discussed ESCAPING the victim mentality and the reasons why we end up adopting this type of mindset in our life... where we relenquish responsibility for our own life and instead place it on others. So, to tie in to this week's topic... our question for today is: How has victimhood impacted your life or relationships? Nina discusses her OWN experiences of playing the victim, while Natassia discusses friendship...
2020-11-1211 minBrodette NationS3 E6 Present over perfectMeet Angelique McDonald, 30-year military veteran, mother, and women up-lifer transitioning from her life in the military to becoming a civilian. Hear her share a little bit about her military journey, the importance of self-care, and having confidence in who you are. Follow Angelique:Instagram: @heygirl.itsangeliqueFollow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/brodette-nationSpotifyPodbean: http://brodettenation.podbean.com/feed/iTunes...
2020-11-1143 minBrodette NationS3 E5 Go into the wildIn this episode we talk to Hannah Wolt, a woman who loves nature, going outside, a military spouse, and helped create an organization called Military Wild. Hear how she turned her feelings of being far from her family and not have any connection when she moved to Guam, to co-founding a military outdoor community now non-profit. organization with chapters all over the world. Follow Military Wild:Instagram: @militarywildWebsite: https://www.militarywild.com/Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/ir172gq1mrpzbvov5z2p3rhhu?si=0Eu4HmPoTqO2KP_e9mJ7FAFacebook...
2020-11-0432 minBe You Not ThemBreaking Down Emotional Walls with NatassiaTHE STORY OF FORTRESS NATASSIA. Solosode time! We’re bringing you a new episode format here at the BYNT podcast… because, let’s be real, life has been hectic and your two besties have not been able to record together! This episode, I want to tell you a story about Fortress Natassia. A fortress that I built myself, to protect myself from ever getting hurt. These so-called emotional walls that stuck with me for most of my 20s. [1:25] Building My Fortress. I discuss the beginnings of my ‘emotional walls’ and the reason I started building Fortress Na...
2020-11-0232 minBrodette NationS3 E4 Lead Into ItIn this episode, we meet Sara Greco. We talk about how we met, her transition from the military to the civilian sector to the being in the AF Reserves. We also talk about her passion for leadership. You will hear Sara talk about her future podcast. The Lead Into It podcast since this episode has aired 21 episodes. Join us as we hear Sara's journey to her turning her passion into a reality. Follow Sara:Instagram: @leadintoitWebsite: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-into-it-podcast/id1492193915Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.com...
2020-10-2841 minBrodette NationS3 E3 A safe space for ALLIn this episode, we meet Brooke Van Ryssel. We talk about her journey with fitness that let her open up a fitness space devoted to being inclusive. Her gym focuses on how you feel rather than how you look. Join us as Brooke shares the importance of having a fitness space that is open to all in an industry focused on looks.Follow Brooke:Instagram: @mybodywpgWebsite: https://www.mybodywpg.ca/Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br...
2020-10-2134 minModest Is SheSeason 2, Episode 7: Revealing His NatureAnother powerful and Holy Spirit filled episode brought to you by Natassia and Tashoy Brown. Our Guest today Rianna Price has truly blessed our podcast with her incredible, amazing, mind blowing testimony on how God has worked in her life. She talks us through her journey with God and how at the beginning she didn't see a way out, but God showed her His presence through big things and most importantly through the little things. It really just reminds us and emphasise that we can pray about anything and God will deliver. We pray that you are touched and...
2020-10-2035 minBe You Not ThemCrying Is Not A Sign Of WeaknessIT’S OK TO BE VULNERABLE. Anyone else struggle with crying or feeling guilty whenever you need to cry? Especially when you cry in front of others? Yeah, we can relate. This episode is all about CRYING and how tears do not mean we are weak. It’s been ingrained in most of us that we need to “suck it up” or “big girls/boys don’t cry.” It’s foolishness! Let’s break this down and talk about becoming more comfortable with our tears. [3:13] Why Does Crying Have A Bad Rep? We discuss the main reasons why we are so unco...
2020-10-1937 minBrodette NationS3 E2 Take the LeapIn this episode we catch up with Rachele, a Brodette from S2, who shared her story about striving domestic abuse. She catches us up on moving to a new state, buying her first house and dating post domestic abuse. As always Rachele her message of resiliency and strength. Join us as Rachele encourages us all to take a leap of faith. Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation/?ref=br_rsPodcast available on:Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show...
2020-10-1437 minModest Is SheSeason 2, Episode 6: Find Comfort in the LordEpisode 6: Find Comfort in the Lord - this episode is brought to you by Natassia and Tashoy Brown. Our guest today - Chiamaka opens about losing both of her parents and how that changed her life. She gives us some great advice on how to reconnect with God in these trying times. Even when we don’t want to and we are angry, just have the reassurance that there is a time for everything. Your suffering, your grief, it is not forever. God will give you joy again and no one can take that away from you.
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2020-10-1331 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - What Are You Apologizing For?Welcome to your mini pick me up! This week, our question will highlight what we discussed in Monday’s episode which was about how often we apologize. It's a struggle. The big takeaway is that we do not need to say sorry for EVERYTHING. Your question for this week: What do you apologize the most for? We discuss several things we typically are guilty of CONSTANTLY apologizing for. Natassia also says sorry to inanimate objects. Anyone can relate? No? Let’s hear it BYNT Thrive Tribe! Share with us your own expe...
2020-10-0809 minBrodette NationS3 E1 Blessings in the hard stuffYES, we finally made it to Season 3! In this episode Abby Harris and I talk through our time in Minot, N.D. We share how we became friends, our different experiences in North Dakota, and the challenges we each have faced. A little bit about Abby, she is a doctor, a Lt Col in the AF reserves, a military spouse, and one hell of a woman. Join us as we see the blessings in the hard stuff. Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brodettenation...
2020-10-071h 40Modest Is SheSeason 2, Episode 5: God is in ControlAnother episode brought to you by the Main Host: Natassia Brown and the Co Host: Tashoy Brown on allowing God to take the wheel. How many of you doubt God? How many of you pray and when he answers you don't like the answer he's given? Trust and believe that you may not understand now, but you will eventually. I hope you are all blessed by this episode that God is in control. No matter what you are going through, let God take the wheel and you will not be disappointed.
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2020-10-0631 minModest Is SheSeason 2, Episode 2 - Highly Favoured.Hey guys, welcome back to another episode on Testimony Tuesday. This episode is brought to you by our Main Host: Natassia Brown and our Co-Host Tashoy Brown who talks us through examples of people who were highly favoured in the bible. We welcome our guest: Millicent Machaka who talks us through her own experience of God choosing her to be the pillar of her family and sending Destiny Helpers along the way.
We hope you enjoy this episode. Don't forget to follow us on instagram, share with your friends and family and if you d...
2020-09-1540 minBe You Not ThemYou Need To Let Go Of Your PastIT’S TIME TO START HEALING. Are you ready for some crying? Because we definitely are! We recorded this episode at an interesting time, where both of us were having breakthroughs about past traumas and events from our pasts. This is not an episode where we’re going to give you a lot of takeaways… we just want to chat. And we want you to know that we’ve been haunted by our pasts too. We’ll share our experiences and why WE decided to let go and forgive ourselves. [2:20] Letting Go In Order To Move Forward. Your futur...
2020-09-0746 minModest Is SheEpisode 16: Salvation IHi guys, welcome back to another episode of testimony Tuesdays.
Anchor for this episode is:
Romans 10:9 That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.
This week we are back with another episode from Natassia and Tashoy and this one was a long time coming, and we are so happy we finally did it. This week we spoke about salvation and what the bible says about salvation. We recognise th...
2020-08-0426 minBe You Not ThemStop Seeking Validation From OthersHOW TO LET GO OF THE NEED FOR APPROVAL. We have all been here. You got a promotion and share it with your social circle, only to be disappointed when several friends don’t give you the reaction you expected. You post a cute selfie on Instagram and you constantly keep checking the amount of likes and comments. You’re not alone and you’re not the first! Today we’re talking about why we seek approval from others - and how we can stop and look internally for validation. [1:30] What Does Validation Mean? What is it and why d...
2020-07-2743 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - Your Looks & Your IdentityAre you ready for your little pick me up? This week, our question will highlight what we discussed in Episode 13, which was all about putting a stop to making beauty our number one value. We want to share that this is something that we BOTH have struggled with as well. We need to reflect and realize that while our body and our beauty is part of who we are, it shouldn't be our entire identity. This weeks question is: Have you ever struggled with how you can be perceived due to your appearance or l...
2020-07-2312 minBe You Not ThemYou Are More Than Your Looks#11 - You Are More Than Your Looks THE PRESSURE TO BE PRETTY. We’re already going to warn you from the get-go that this is a topic that drives us nuts. Today’s episode is all about how we as women are conditioned to feel like the number one thing women are valued for is their appearance. The issue with that is… society’s beauty standards are constantly changing and we’re placing our self-worth on something that is fleeting. We are more than just a pretty face. [1:30] What Today’s Discussion Is About - “We need to sto...
2020-07-2045 minBe You Not ThemWhere Do I Fit In? The Immigrant ExperienceCULTURAL STEREOTYPES ARE NOT FUN . We have asked this for ourselves for various aspects of our lives from friendships, relationships, even how we network with others; however, this week we discuss this in light of the potential struggles immigrant women face when establishing themselves in the United States. We share our own struggles being raised in different cultures and how we sought belonging in the United States. Let's dive into this deep convo! [2:07] Where is Natassia From? Nat shares her cultural roots and where her parents are from [4:52] Nina, the mixed mutt. Nina dives into...
2020-07-0648 minBe You Not ThemRaising Your Hand At WorkIT’S TIME TO PUT YOURSELF IN THE SPOTLIGHT. This is something we both used to struggle with since we were young. Remember in school when you knew the answer to a question but still never raised your hand? Well, that follows us into our career if we don’t get rid of that fear and self doubt. So this episode is all career-centric and we’ll give you tips on how to find your voice in the workplace! [3:00] What Do We Mean By Raising Your Hand? We ain’t talking about physically raising your hand here, but stan...
2020-06-2936 minBe You Not ThemGratitude Is A Choice... How To Be GratefulTHE BENEFITS OF PRACTICING GRATITUDE. Ooooh guys, this is something that both of us are very passionate about and we put into practice in our everyday lives! While it may seem corny to say, “There’s so much to be grateful for”... the fact of the matter is, that it’s TRUE. We’ll discuss the benefits of being grateful and what helps us stay positive even when times get rough. [1:00] Why Gratitude is A Choice We start off this episode off by explaining what we mean by gratitude and what we mean by telling you that it’s a cho...
2020-06-1534 minBe You Not ThemBuilding Your Success TribeHOW TO BUILD A POSITIVE SOCIAL CIRCLE. We’re sure you’ve heard the saying, “Birds of a feather flock together.” Who you surround yourself with can either make you or break you. We’ve all been in relationships that seem to always keep us down and made us feel less than our true selves. In this episode, we’re going to go through the 5 steps of building your own THRIVE TRIBE. [3:00] Step 1 - Identifying the Current Status of Your Tribe Who are you in relation to others in your group? Who are the people you spend most o...
2020-06-0139 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - Do What Scares YouWelcome to this week’s mini pick me up episode! These little joys of fun are bite size tidbits that feature a question tying into each weekly episode. We will both answer the question and pitch it right back to our listeners! This week's question is a two-parter (yikes!)…Was there something in your life you were ever scared to do but did it anyway? How did you feel afterwards? We have all had those times when we needed to face our fears. Ever feel those insane butterflies of fear? We have all been there and ye...
2020-05-2814 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - Getting Your Priorities StraightIt’s another mini mini episode! These little joys of fun are bite size tidbits that feature a question tying into each weekly episode. We will both answer the question and pitch it right back to our listeners! This week's question… Was there a time in your life where you realized your priorities were not straight? We have all had those lightbulb moments before in our lives, right? Nina discusses how she realized that engineering is not what she was passionate about and Natassia retells a wake up call she had when her mom ended up in t...
2020-05-2112 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - The Compliment That StuckMini Pick Me Up - The Compliment That Stuck Welcome to this week’s Mini Pick Me Up episode! These little joys of fun are bite size tidbits that feature a question tying into each weekly episode. We will both answer the question and pitch it right back to our listeners! In episode three, we talked about why it's so hard for us to accept compliments and we gave a few tips on how to stop yourself from deflecting them. In light of letting those compliments rain, we ask: What is one compliment that stuck with...
2020-05-1411 minModest Is SheEpisode 7: ForgivenessEpisode 7: Forgiveness
Matthew 18:21-22 Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother and sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?
Jesus Answered:, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy seven times.”
Back with another Episode from Natassia and Tashoy on Forgiveness. This episode is longer than usual but instead of us cutting it down we thought, no, people need to hear this! This is circulated around Latoya’s testimony on how she was able to forgive her mum. Forgiveness alongside the other mandatory requirements of being a Christian is diffic...
2020-05-1252 minBe You Not ThemAccept The Damn ComplimentWHY IS IT SO HARD FOR US TO ACCEPT COMPLIMENTS? We discuss how often we deflect uplifting compliments and get to the root of why it may feel uncomfortable. We provide some tips to break this cycle and be showered with all that positivity and love. LET. IT. RAIN. [1:12] We clarify what “accepting the damn compliment” actually means...no, we don't mean those harassing compliments AKA cat calling or constantly seeking approval from others. [3:08] Compliments that Nina & Nat have struggled with Body Weight Fashion & Style [4:17] Natassia mentions the famed Confidence Code Brings insigh...
2020-05-1136 minBe You Not ThemSelf-Love and Self-TalkHOW YOU TALK TO YOURSELF MATTERS. We’re going to discuss the relationship between our self-talk and how that can affect our self-love. Are you being as kind to yourself as you should? [1:00] Want to hear Nina try to explain a scene from How to Lose A Guy in 10 Days and Natassia not know what the hell she’s talking about? Here you go! [2:48] We Become What We Think The way we think about ourselves colors everything The negative cloud that affects how you see others too Your mind is a battlefield [6:55] Nina’s Feel...
2020-05-0447 minBe You Not ThemMini Pick Me Up - Your BYNT MomentWelcome to our first Mini Pick Me Up episode! These little minisodes are bite size tidbits that feature a question tying into each weekly episode. We will both answer the question and pitch it right back to our listeners! In our intro episode, we discussed a little bit about who we are and how BYNT developed. Naturally, we of course, ask ourselves: What is one of your “Be You Not Them” moments in your life? Natassia shares her decision to wear whatever the hell she wants and Nina discusses making the impossible POSSIBLE when a mentor d...
2020-04-3013 minBe You Not ThemWhat Molds YouFIND OUT WHAT MOLDS YOU. In this episode, we’re going deep. Both of us dive into what brought us to this journey of self-development and instances from our past that made us who we are today. [02:30] Nina delves into her past Developing a life mantra of “Not Being Enough” beginning at a young age The negative implication of this mantra leading to settling in relationships, over-giving, and placing her worth outside of herself [10:12] How we both struggled with self-doubt The key word of the day ‘rumination’ [11:30] Natassia delves into her past Low self-es...
2020-04-2737 minBe You Not ThemIntro: Welcome to Be You Not ThemWelcome to our introductory episode of BYNT!!! This is a short one where we dive into who we are and how BYNT came to be. How did BYNT develop? As two ambitious best friends we always sought to empower everyday women to be their own advocates and the idea of creating a podcast was always on the forefront of our minds but simply, life got in the way. It was until 2019 where Natassia was on her way to New Orleans where the idea came about again and of course, as the bestie soulmates they are, Nina had t...
2020-04-2013 minModest Is SheEpisode 2: Power of the tongue IIEpisode 2: Power of the tongue II
Proverbs 18:21 - Death and life are in the power of the tongue and those who live it will eat its fruits.
We have decided to dive deeper into what the power of the tongue means, the consequences of speaking negatively and some helpful tips on what to do when faced with negativity. There are some scriptures which we have quoted that we think you will find helpful to meditate on the word daily and to really understand how powerful God has made you. I hope you enjoy this week's ep...
2020-04-0725 minModest Is SheHis Word - TrailerA podcast by Tashoy Brown and Natassia Brown surrounding testimonies. The beautiful thing about testimonies is that it is your truth. Your story to tell. It is evidence of what God is doing in your life. We are here to encourage and uplift someone to show that you are not alone and God is always working to change your situation. You just need to trust and believe. Instagram: @hisw.ord
2020-03-2700 min
Brodette NationS3 Mini Ep 1: Why Not MinotWow, it’s been a hot minute! In this mini episode you get to meet Natassia’s creative partner and inspiring filmmaker, Meghan Von Behran. We chat about how we met, became friends and then up and decided we want to try our hand at filmmaking in our local area of Minot, ND. We’re doing things our way, creating our damn own doors and having fun along the way. Why not! This episode is about going for it. Follow Brodette Nation:Website: www.brodettenation.comInstagram: @brodettenationTwitter: @brodettenationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brode...
2019-05-2215 min
Brodette NationANNIVERSARY EP: Not your competition ... Kortney OlsonBrodette Nation happy birthday! We are 1 years old and really awesome anniversary special episode! Natassia had the honor of interviewing the amazing, MFCEO of the GRRRL Clothing Brand. Kortney is showing GRRRLs of all ages that your past doesn't determine your future. You have a choice every day to be better and to make change in any way you can. Hear how Kortney is changing the game in the clothing industry and creating a movement all over the world. Thank you for an amazing year of KICKASS Brodettes sharing their stories and empowering all of you to own YOUR story. As...
2018-07-281h 08Brodette NationCrossover with Not Your Little Lady Podcast ... Fried Green TomatoesBrodette Nation, Natassia had an opportunity to do a crossover episode with the Not Your Little Lady Podcast. In this episode with discuss Southern stereotypes we saw in the movie Fried Green Tomatoes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Take a second to think about how movies focused on the American South. Thought of one yet? It’s hard, but a quick Google search will turn up movies mostly based pre-1990’s and are about the Civil War, racism, rednecks or Civil Rights. The American South can’t be put that easily into a box, so for every other episode in June and July hos...
2018-07-2534 min
Brodette NationS2 E16: Season 2 Mission CompleteBrodette Nation, welcome to final episode for S2! In this episode I talk about the amazing season we’ve had, the women and topics we discussed. I also share my personal journey through this season as well as a little insight to our special one year anniversary episode released 28 July, 2018! I truly hope you have enjoyed this season as much as I have. It has been a true honor Brodette Nation, thank you for listening and supporting this movement. Stay Savage Brodettes!Podcast Promo: Forgotten NewsAbout: Welcome to the Forgotten News podcast. This is your window to hea...
2018-07-1830 minBrodette NationS2 E15: BE EASYMeet Amanda Clegg, a woman on a mission to help others unlock their full potential. She is an adventurer, living the tent life in Australia and making the most of every moment, the good and bad ones. Amanda is also a survivor of addiction, an eating disorder and one hell of an inner critic who did it’s best to destroy her. Don’t miss Amanda’s journey to herself! Follow Amanda:Instagram: @amandatcleggFacebook: @amandastrengthofheartproject Website: https://amandatclegg.com/#brodetteventure: sheSTRENGTHAbout: sheSTRENGTH is a concept. A movement. An idea that strength is beautiful...
2018-07-111h 06Brodette NationS2 E14: Living life through a different lensHappy 4th of July brodettes and do we have a special episode for you! Meet Kristen Arnold, 3x CrossFit games competitor, CrossFit coach, special needs educator, mom of two and advocate for her son and all children with disabilities. Natassia and Kristen talk about how they met, how to laugh through the hard times and talk about parenting a child with disabilities. There are a lot of giggles throughout this episode, but also an amazing story of strength and educating communities around her about differences. Learn how grateful Kristen is because she gets to live her life through a different l...
2018-07-0451 minBrodette NationS2 E13: You can make the decisionThis week’s post is going to be a littler different. Rachele Atreus is an amazing woman, mother, power lifter, #brodettevet and domestic abuse survivor. Her words are below. “Please be advised of a trigger warning for domestic abuse survivors. If that topic is something that causes you distress because of your own experiences in life, and you are not in a place where you can hear about others experiences, this episode is not for you. I struggled with decision of if I wanted to do this interview or tell my story. It kept me up at nig...
2018-06-2745 minBrodette NationS2 E12: Don't SHOULD on peopleMeet Jocelyn Rich-Pendracki, USAF Airman, talented photographer, mother, military spouse, leader and all around badass Brodette. Natassia and Jocelyn talk about how they first met, working with each other and the impressions they made on each other. Jocelyn shares what it was like growing up with a single, low-income home father and how she didn't let her past define her future. Her message to Brodette Nation is clear, don't let other people SHOULD on you. Don't let them tell you how you should or shouldn't do things or live your life. This Brodette has been marching to her own beat f...
2018-06-2052 minBrodette NationS2 E11: Doing life her wayMeet Ashley Fregly, do it yourself queen, USAF veteran, quilter, business owner, military spouse and newish mama. Ashley and Natassia take a short walk down memory lane, before they talk about all the social media hype on what you should and shouldn't be doing as a wife, a mom, you name it. Ashley's message is clear, do what works for you, not what works for Jane or Susie Q down the street. Listen to how Ashley takes on her family, responsibilities and life. Don't miss out on this empowering woman! Follow Ashley:Website: https://www.pearlsncotton.com/Etsy...
2018-06-1351 minBrodette NationS2 E10: Stitches In SteelBrodette Nation, meet #brodettevet Sarah Golf! Army vet, powerlifter, mother and business owner of Stitches in Steel. Listen to her journey from buying her first sewing machine to making clothes for her friends to starting her own business. Her mission is clear, help women feel good in their own skin by making them custom workout clothes. She understands that there are a lot fears and unkowns that can hold women back from going to the gym, your clothes shouldn't be one of them.Follow Stitches in Steel:Instagram: @stitchesinsteelWebsite: http://stitchesinsteel.com#brodetteventure: PearlsNCotton, Custom s...
2018-06-0642 minBrodette NationS2 E9: Follow your gutMeet Trish Anderson the owner and created of @andersonsupplyco. She makes custom, adventure/gym bags for people all over the world. She talks about listening to your gut because it's your dream. Trish's big leap of faith has lead to her business booming and making amazing human connections. I love Trish's backpack, but I love her pure soul more. Listen to how much love her and her family pours into every product from their small business. Follow Trish: Instagram: @andersonsupplycoWebsite: http://www.andersonsupplyco.com/ Email address: andersonsupplycompany@gmail.com #brodetteventure:
2018-05-3048 minBrodette NationS2 E8: IronmommaBrodette Nation meet Angela Tims aka Ironmomma. She is a strongman competitor, musical theater lover, mom and woman who has a heart of gold. She shares her experiences in competing in Powerlifting and Strongman competitions to her NOT wanting kids, to maybe and then finding out she was pregnant with the little love of her life. Angela shares her life as a mom and how she dealt with both pre/post-natal depression. We even talk about Natassia's favorite topic, the social media comparisons we ALL go through. Don't miss another amazing episode. Follow Angela:Instagram: @theironmomma#brodetteventure: Hea...
2018-05-231h 04Brodette NationS2 E7: The rise of sheSTRENGTHMeet Anna Woods, a fearless, strong woman, whose mission it is to make women love themselves and bodies, one mind at a time. Anna believes in order to make a true transformation, you have to start with this mantra, "I am enough." Anna is not only the developer of the sheSTRENGTH app, leader of the sheSTRENGTH community, and fitness trainer, she is a mother of three awesome kids. Her need to workout from home came from the fact she has two special needs children. Did I mention she is a fierce advocate for adopting special needs children? You won't want to...
2018-05-1645 minBrodette NationS2 E6: Birds eye view of my lifeShaunlee Robben is a Brodette Vet, career driven woman, new energy life coach and single mother who found herself while battling neurological issues. These issues let her see her life from a what she called a "birds eye view" and made her realized she neededto make some changes. She shares the pain and struggles of her divorce and dream to help women reach their full potential and help their business aspirations come true. You also get to here Natassia and Shaunlee talk about the first interactions they had and how their lives became intertwined. This episode jammed packed, full of laught...
2018-05-091h 15Brodette NationS2 E5: Journey to the CrownMeet Jasmine, author, mother, business owner, advocate and Ms. Black NC 2018! In our episode you'll hear us talk about our college days at ECU, to waking from the fog of depression to her journey to the crown. At the time we recorded, she didn't know she was going to win the crown, but she had a mission to stop the stigma against mental health. It was a fun and powerful episode! Follow Jasmine:Website: https://www.heartofthemattercoaching.com/Instagram: @coachjasmineariel and @msblacknc2018Book: Unleash Your SHERO, https://www.heartofthemattercoaching.com/books/ Facebook: @heartofthemattercoaching Email: coa...
2018-05-0245 minBrodette NationBehind the Pod: Nothing Rhymes With MurderWelcome to another bonus Behind the Pod episode featuring Kate and Georgie hosts' of the Nothing Rhymes with Murder podcast. Brodette Nation took a trip around the world to visit Kate and Georige to talk about their podcast and so much more. Yes, they have this amazing, popular podcast which takes listeners on a global journey of MURDER. Every week they look at a new country and true crime gem as well as fun hotspots to visit. We talk about mom jeans to day jobs to anxiety/depression and a little about racism. Seriously, we're all over the place in t...
2018-04-301h 19Brodette NationS2 E4: When life gives you cancer, make badasseryHey Brodette Nation! This next interviewee is a mortorcycle-riding, breast cancer-surviving badass. We also share the same hero-my mom! Ericka and I get to talk about everything from growing up feeling like she was too dark for the white kids but too light for the black kids to getting a survior tattoo in the future since her reconstruction surgery. We also get candid about the best things to do if you are a loved one of a cancer survivor trying your best to support them. Her biggest initiative for 2018 is following through on her passions and ventures like writing a...
2018-04-2537 minBrodette NationS2 E3: We're all perfectly imperfectThe weather is warming up and so are these episodes! Our next brodette is a fellow member of the #ladypodsquad and is doing big things in the world to inspire women. You're going to love hearing how Joy (last name) broke up with perfection, packed two suitcases, and moved to Guatemala to find the simple things that spoke to her soul. How brave and badass is that? We talk about the importance of vulnerability, climbing out of depression, and staying committed to changing the world. Joy knows that successful women of every position and background have obstacles they’re overcoming. I...
2018-04-1856 minBrodette NationS2 E2: I defy all things ... NO MORE BOXESBrodettes, I hope you all have had a great week brodetting so far (see that? I just made “brodette” a verb) because episode 2 is here! Speaking of grammar, our next guest is all about literature and the English language. She’s a former educator who is proud of her passions and doesn’t let herself have pity parties. She doesn't beleive in boxes or labels. She has empowered herself to define what it means to be a black woman and is a champion of faith, diversity, and sisterhood. If you want to meet the woman whose personal anthem is “Work, Bitch” by...
2018-04-111h 03Brodette NationS2 E1: Back and more SAVAGE than everWELCOME BACK, BRODETTES! The #strugglebus can't stop S2! Life is throwing a lot my way but with the support of Brodette Nation, episode one is here. I can't tell you how excited I am to get started and to get real with you right off the bat. In this episode, you can expect half of an hour of how of my upcoming move, going back to living out of my camper trailer, free tampons, life lessons, terrible jokes, love for Brodette Nation supporters, and a preview of more amazing women and their stories. I hope you're ready to stay savage...
2018-04-0431 minBrodette NationBONUS: A look into Valkyries of Valor ... TAKE 2Natassia had an opportunity to talk to two founders of the Valkyries of Valor organization, Maureen Elias and JoAnn Makinano. In this episode, you'll hear more about this new organization whose goal is to bring amazing female veterans and first responders together by conquering the outdoors together. If you're a female veteran or first responder and want to join this organization, follow them on social media, email them, and/or participate in any of their upcoming events. Follow Valkyries of Valor: Valkyries of Valor's mission is to create community among the tens of thousands of women in uniform, past...
2018-02-0135 min