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The OrdinaryLeaders PodcastStriving Higher After Sports: Steve Davis Jr. on Reinventing Identity Beyond the GameIn this inspiring episode, host Tyneeta Canonge sits down with Steve Davis Jr., founder of Strive Higher After Sports, to explore the powerful journey of reinventing identity beyond athletics.
Whether you’re an athlete facing transition, a leader navigating change, or anyone seeking purpose after a major life shift, this episode is packed with wisdom you can’t miss.
Steve shares his personal story of overcoming the loss of his sports dream, battling identity crisis, and finding new meaning through design thinking and community.
You’ll hear practical strategies for building resilience, embracing your t...
2025-11-0945 minThe OrdinaryLeaders PodcastRhythm, Resilience and Real-World ReadinessJoin Tyneeta Canonge, CEO of WE Consulting—an equity leadership consulting firm helping leaders level up with an equity lens—for a powerful episode of the Ordinary Leaders Podcast.
In this conversation, Tyneeta sits down with Ronelle Eddings and Karla Hardaway, co-directors of the dance department at Creekview High School in Dallas, Texas, to explore how dance education can transform lives, build leadership, and foster equity in schools.
Discover how Ronelle and Karla have created an inclusive, supportive environment where every student—regardless of background or ability—can find their voice through movement.
The epis...
2025-10-1159 minThe OrdinaryLeaders PodcastResearching for the Culture: Redefining Community and FriendshipWhat does it really mean to be single, successful, and thriving in today’s world? In this episode, Dr. Kris Marsh—sociologist, author, and self-proclaimed Kendrick Lamar superfan—joins Tyneeta Canonge for a candid, funny, and deeply insightful conversation that challenges everything you think you know about community, friendship, and singlehood.
Through sharing concert adventures and breaking down the stigma of being single in the Black middle class, Dr. Marsh shares the real stories behind her groundbreaking research and bestselling book, "The Love Jones Cohort." Discover why redefining “family” and “friend” matters more than ever, how Black women are lead...
2025-09-011h 00The OrdinaryLeaders PodcastFirst Born Daughters and All the Single LadiesOrdinary Leaders with Fanny Tristan
Are you a firstborn daughter? Do you know one? In this episode, we dive deep into the unique experiences, challenges, and strengths of firstborn daughters with renowned experts Fanny Tristan, LCSW-R and Tyneeta Canonge, MS. Ed. Discover how birth order shapes personality, leadership, and responsibility, and why firstborn daughters often carry invisible burdens that impact their lives and relationships.
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www.hersoulsupply.com and www.restorityspace.com
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2025-08-0340 minThe OrdinaryLeaders PodcastReal Estate Strategy as a Vehicle for Community LeadershipIn this episode of Ordinary Leaders, I chat with a dynamic real estate strategist whose mission goes far beyond buying and selling properties. Ramsey Sorells shares how his leadership journey is rooted in community empowerment, advocating for greater access to home ownership, and using real estate as a tool for long-term equity and generational change. Tune in to learn how Ramsey is building his dream community—one home at a time.
2025-06-2431 minThe OrdinaryLeaders PodcastMeet My ParentsIn this deeply personal episode, I sit down with my parents to explore their experiences growing up in New Orleans. Through stories of struggle, resistance, and triumph, they share what it was like to navigate the complexities of identity in the South, the lessons they learned, and the wisdom they now share with others. From the civil rights movement’s impact on their childhoods to the leadership they grew into as adults, this episode is a testament to the power of perseverance and purpose. Their voices are a bridge between history and the present. We dive into the realities of...
2025-03-1042 min
The OrdinaryLeaders PodcastMy Odd Obsession: The Underground RailroadIn this episode, I celebrate one of the greatest acts of collective liberation—the Underground Railroad—a movement powered by courage, strategy, and a deep belief in freedom.
We take a special stop at The Milton House in Wisconsin, a beacon of hope where abolitionists and freedom seekers worked together in defiance of oppression. Through their stories, we explore the unity that made this network possible, despite the dangers and opposition.
Just like our ancestors lifted one another up, we continue that legacy today in our fight for justice.
2025-02-1312 min
The OrdinaryLeaders PodcastFeatured Leader: Fred DuboseFred Dubose, the owner of Sunbean Coffee Co., shares inspiring leadership lessons and discusses the journey to fulfilling his dream of owning a coffee shop where everyone feels at home.
2025-01-1248 min
The OrdinaryLeaders PodcastMyth BustersTyneeta reflects on the myth that leaders must seek perfection and offers encouragement to aspiring leaders.
2025-01-1208 min
The OrdinaryLeaders PodcastOrdinary Leaders IntroductionWelcome to the Ordinary Leaders Podcast. As the founder of WE Consulting, Tyneeta Canonge shines a light on those who are changing the world, one action at a time. She aims to prove that we all have the capacity to be leaders—and this podcast is here to remind us of the power we hold even when our lives seem ordinary.
2025-01-1204 min