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Black People Love ParamoreCamp RockOn this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the classic Disney Channel Original Movie franchise, Camp Rock starring Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas. Check out The Daily DirtyBuy Mocha Grande Merch HighlightsCamp Rock Soundtracks Best DCOM Franchises Cringe Camp Rock Moments What makes a good movie villain / mean girl? Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow...2025-07-241h 04
Soul Wanderer24. Challenges with Overtourism, Digital Nomads, and Gentrication in Mexico CityIn this episode, I briefly go over the challenges faces cities such as Barcelona and Mexico City. Both have had protests against tourism and while the situation is nuanced and complex is comes down to, especially in the case of Mexico City, a few things:•Little governance or restriction for vacation rentals like AirBnB•Pandemic era digital nomads or remote works choosing to live in Mexico which has less restrictions •Higher rent in CDMX (Mexico City) due to American and European residents working remotely •Increased numbers of visitors who often stay in...2025-07-1211 minBlack People Love ParamoreBig BrotherOn this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss one of the longest standing reality TV shows of all time: Big Brother, in its 27th season. Check out The Daily DirtyBuy Mocha Grande Merch HighlightsBig Brother MemesCelebrity Big Brother Big Brother Szn 27 Traitors Social dynamics of the show Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes ...2025-07-1055 min
Soul Wanderer23. My Solo Summer: Traveling to MexicoIn today's quick solo episode, I share:•What Solo Summer means•Why I'm traveling to Oaxaca, Mexico Want to pack lighter? Grab this complimentary guideWant to be in a travel community with like-minded WOC? Join our community https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-travel-communityWork with SequoiaMexico Japan Contact SequoiaFollow my travels https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-0306 minBlack People Love ParamoreLove Island S7 (Midseason, USA)On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the Love Island USA Season 7 midseason finale. Check out The Daily DirtyBuy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Ryannhttps://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry/?hl=enhttps://x.com/ryanngraham Follow BPLP Podhttps://www.instagram.com/bplppodhttps://twitter.com/bplpp...2025-06-261h 04Black People Love ParamoreParis is Burning / Ballroom CultureOn this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Jewel Wicker, and Ryan Gilyard discuss the ground breaking documentary, Paris is Burning in its 35th anniversary, and the one of the most influential subcultures in the world: Ballroom Culture. Buy Mocha Grande Merch HighlightsVoguing Reclaiming Ballroom Language Ballroom in Pop culture Venus XtravaganzaRupaul’s Drag Race Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes 2025-06-1251 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack RomanceOn this week’s episode, Co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker talk about all things Black Romance: media, books, and how the genre influences Black Pop Culture. HighlightsNetflix’s Forever Love Life Insecure Black Love is revolutionary Romance novels Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Jewel Wickerhttps://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershowhttps://substack.com/@jewelwicker Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@seq...2025-05-291h 01
Soul Wanderer21. Where She Wants to Go- an intergenerational conversation with Kyoko (my mom)In this episode, I have a conversation with my mother about her travel experience throughout her life and our mother-daughter trips:We speak about:•Her first trip outside of her home country•What she doesn't enjoy about flying• How slow travel makes her feel• Where she enjoys traveling to • Her travel dreamsJoin the waitlist for an online travel community for mindful women of color launching soon. This is for women of color who want to learn...2025-05-2841 minBlack People Love ParamoreGrey's AnatomyOn this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Jewel Wicker, and Ryan Gilyard discuss Shonda Rhimes’ medical drama, Grey’s Anatomy. They talk best and worst relationships, characters, and storylines, along with what the 21 season show has meant to pop culture. All this & more!Buy Mocha Grande Merch HighlightsBest/Worst Characters Best/Worst Relationships The complexity of Christina YangShondaland McDreamy vs. McSteamy Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholme...2025-05-1558 min
Training DataWorkday CEO Carl Eschenbach: Building the System of Record for the AI EraWorkday CEO and Sequoia partner Carl Eschenbach explains how the company is evolving its platform to handle both human and AI workers. He shares Workday’s three-pronged approach to monetizing AI through seat-based pricing, role-based agents and consumption-based API access. Eschenbach discusses why domain-specific agents with curated data will be more valuable than general-purpose models in the enterprise, and how Workday is helping enterprises navigate the transition to an AI-powered workplace while maintaining human connection.
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2025-05-0647 minBlack People Love ParamoreThe Met GalaDISCLAIMER: We had some mic issues while recording this episode, so please level your audio volume accordingly. Thank you! On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryan Gilyard discuss The Met Gala! They get into the history of the event, best and worst dressed, and this year’s Black Dandyism theme. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch HighlightsBest/Worst Dressed Most overrated looks Black Dandyism Fashion Thee Jason Derulo 2015 memeMet Gala Red Carpet Follow Sequ...2025-05-011h 06Black People Love ParamoreSpring BreakOn this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryan Gilyard talk about SPRING BREAK! They reminisce about college days, spring break horror stories, and how youth culture has shifted when it comes to occasion. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Ryanhttps://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry/?hl=enhttps://x.com/ryanngraham Follow BPLP Podhttps...2025-04-1749 minBlack People Love ParamoreThe Emancipation Of MimiOn this week’s episode, Co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker give Mariah Carey her flowers for the 20th anniversary of one of her most critically acclaimed albums, The Emancipation of Mimi (2005). HighlightsThe Flawless Tracklist Glitter Atlanta is the Mecca of Black art Best Mariah lyrics Songs are a first love that we can’t stand to listen to anymore Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Jewel Wickerhttps://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershowhttps://subst...2025-04-0357 min
Soul Wanderer17. Women's Safety, Travel, and Understanding Men with Alison ArmstrongIn this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Alison Armstrong about women's safety as it relates to travel, and how understanding men can impact this.Alison Armstrong’s exploration of human behavior began in 1991, with her decision to study men: “To find out how I was bringing out the worst in them. And hopefully, how to bring out the best.” Her success in understanding men naturally led to studying women’s behavior and making vital connections between the two.As her work evolved over decades, Alison now illuminates human characteristics that precede and express...2025-03-301h 00Black People Love ParamoreAstrology IIOn this week’s episode, Co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker welcome the astrology new year aka Aries SZN by talking about Astrology. They discuss the best and worst of Aries, controversial opinions on dating each sign, & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Jewel Wickerhttps://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershowhttps://substack.com/@jewelwicker Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow BPLP Podhtt...2025-03-201h 00Black People Love ParamoreA Goofy MovieOn this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryan Graham celebrate the 30th anniversary of the film, A Goofy Movie. The two get into Black coded cartoon characters, the flawless movie soundtrack, and the Tevin Campbell of it all. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Father & son relationships Roxanne the OG IG baddie Black - coded cartoon Characters 90s Media Bobby Brown & Powerline Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabhol...2025-03-0654 minBlack People Love ParamoreWickedOn this week’s episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss Jon M. Chu’s 2024 Wicked. Our hosts get into Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s ground breaking performances, cast drama, and how Elphaba was always Black girl coded. Highlights:Defying Gravity ChallengeWicked Press TourAriana & Cynthia potential awards sweep Elphaba was always Black girl coded Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmesFollow Ryann2025-02-201h 04Black People Love ParamoreKendrick LamarOn this week’s episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker discuss the career of one of the greatest rappers of our generation - Kendrick Lamar Follow Jewel Wickerhttps://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershowhttps://substack.com/@jewelwickerFollow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmesFollow BPLP Podhttps://www.instagram.com/bplppodhttps://twitter.com/bplppodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bplppod
2025-02-061h 06Black People Love ParamoreRIP TikTokOn this week’s episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the rise and fall of TikTok.*This episode was recorded before the “ban” on January 19th HighlightsMemesDancesAI contentCouples / family/ children content Trauma dumping story times Rage Baiting Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Ryannhttps://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry...2025-01-231h 14Black People Love ParamoreA Word To Our ListenersA word from our host, Sequoia Holmes. If you’ve been affected by the LA county fires or would like to help those who have: Follow @MutualAidLA for all resource updatesOrDonate to families displaced by the firesFollow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmesFollow BPLP Podhttps://www.instagram.com/bplppodhttps://twitter.com/bplppodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bplppod
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Crucible MomentsLIVE: ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott on Unlocking Elite Level ExecutionEarlier this season we heard the startup story of ServiceNow—from Fred Luddy setting out to reinvent IT workflows as a first-time founder, to Frank Slootman joining as CEO to scale the business to an IPO. Even more remarkable is that ServiceNow has only accelerated as a public company, growing over ten-fold in the last decade. At a recent closed event in Europe, Sequoia partner Pat Grady spoke with ServiceNow’s current CEO Bill McDermott, who took the reins in 2019. This conversation was recorded in September, 2024 when ServiceNow’s market cap was $125B—today that number has grown to $225B. Their...2025-01-0232 minBlack People Love ParamoreSpades / Games Ft. Kevito Clark & Joshua PinkayOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Love, Peace, and Spades founder Kevito Clark and org resident host, Joshua Pinkay. Highlights Spades, Tonk, Big WhistGames as Black heirlooms Why reneging in spades is controversial What games are most likely to cause a riotWhy family game nights are crucial to community building Follow Love, Peace, and Spades https://lovepeaceandspades.com/https://www.instagram.com/lovepeaceandspades/?hl=enFollow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshtt...2025-01-0245 minBlack People Love ParamorePanic! At The Disco FT. My Emo DiariesOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Emo historian and author of the My Emo Diaries series, My Emo Diaries. The two discuss the career of emo staple Panic! At The Disco, analyze the state of the scene during their career peak, and bring up the pressing question: why all the contention towards emo kids? All this & more! Highlights Religious Trauma to Emo music pipeline A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out Brendon Urie Brandon Flowers beefWhen We Were Young Soulful emo singers My Emo D...2024-12-1943 minBlack People Love ParamoreManifestation FT. Ashley ChatmanOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes actress and online fitness coach, Ashley Chatman to discuss the practice of “Manifestation.” The two get into exactly what manifesting is (and isn’t), how social media can be misleading, and what it really means to visualize the life you want. Highlights Positive thoughts vs. Negative thoughts Toxic Positivity Are Moon cycles, crystals, candles, and mood boards really necessary? Visualization Moments of Awe Follow Ashleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@FitBodyByAshleyhttps://www.inst...2024-12-0547 min
Crucible MomentsLIVE: DoorDash’s Tony Xu and Miki Kuusi Talk Scaling Operational ExcellenceTony Xu and Miki Kuusi share insights from building two of the world's most successful delivery platforms—DoorDash and Wolt—which merged in 2022 to create an $80B GOV business operating in 32 countries. In this candid conversation with Sequoia's Alfred Lin live at a Sequoia event in Europe, they discuss the challenges of scaling operational excellence, maintaining culture through hypergrowth and the future of commerce in cities.Host: Alfred Lin, Sequoia CapitalFeaturing: Tony Xu, Miki Kuusi2024-11-1429 minBlack People Love ParamoreLove Is Blind SZN 7 FT. Garrick BernardOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and special guest, writer / comedian Garrick Bernard, discuss season 7 of Netflix’s Love Is Blind. Follow Garrickhttps://www.garrickbernard.com/https://www.instagram.com/garrickbernard/?hl=enFollow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps://twitter.com/sequoiabholmesFollow BPLP Podhttps://www.instagram.com/bplppodhttps://twitter.com/bplppodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bplppod
2024-11-071h 13Black People Love ParamoreHalloweentown FT. Amanda Layne MillerOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Fangirl Central co-host, Amanda Layne Miller to talk all things Halloweentown. They get into the franchise’s character astrology, the greatness that is Debbie Reynolds, and how Kalabar was actually right but had the wrong approach. Highlights Marnie’s recastAnti - Halloween ChristianityGwen was actually the villainDork Vs. NerdDisney Vs. Disney ChannelFollow Fangirl Central https://fangirl-central.com/https://www.instagram.com/fangirl.central/https://www.youtube.com/@fangirl.centralFollow Amanda Layne Millerhttps://www.amandalay...2024-10-241h 03Black People Love Paramore*NSYNC Ft. Aisha HarrisOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes host of the NPR podcast, Pop Culture Happy Hour and author of the book WANNABE: Reckoning With The Pop Culture That Shapes Me, Aisha Harris. We get into the cultural phenom that is *NSYNC, their (possibly flawless?) discography, boy band drama, and what made early 2000s pop music so special. All this & more! The Radio Disney Jamz + 2000s Pop Party hosted by Sequoia Holmes is happening 10/19! Buy your tickets NOW Highlights Boy bands Nipple GateEarly 2000s pop cultur...2024-10-1051 minBlack People Love ParamoreSabrina Carpenter Ft. Jewel WickerOn this week’s episode, BPLP fave, award-winning journalist Jewel Wicker joins host Sequoia Holmes in a conversation on the newest Princess of Pop: Sabrina Carpenter. They get into the singer’s Disney career, to headlining her own tour, to collaborating with pop legends like Christina Aguilera. All this & More! The Radio Disney Jamz + 2000s Pop Party hosted by Sequoia Holmes is happening 10/19! Buy your tickets NOWHighlights Crashing out on ex boyfriends Nepo BabiesSabrina’s Christmas music Barry Keoghan Follow Jewel Wicker2024-09-2643 minBlack People Love ParamoreTikTok Ft. Kaitlyn McNabOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes award-winning journalist and culture editor for Teen Vogue, Kaitlyn McNab, on the show to talk about the cultural phenomenon that is TikTok. Highlights Vine setting the foundationBeauty Tiktok The comments sectionMen with mics Black women are the root of the “clean girl aesthetic” Fannita and the Tart debacle Racist tweets of famous Tiktoker’s pastJools Lebron and the demurity of it all Generation wars Is TikTok a real pla...2024-09-121h 07
Training DataCrucible Moments Returns for S2: The ServiceNow Story ft. CEO Frank Slootman & Founder Fred LuddyOn Training Data, we learn from innovators pushing forward the frontier of AI’s capabilities. Today we’re bringing you something different. It’s the story of a company currently implementing AI at scale in the enterprise, and how it was built from a bootstrapped idea in the pre-AI era to a 150 billion dollar market cap giant. It’s the Season 2 premiere of Sequoia’s other podcast, Crucible Moments, where we hear from the founders and leaders of some legendary companies about the crossroads and inflection points that shaped their journeys. In this episode, you’ll hear...2024-09-0342 minBlack People Love ParamoreLove Island USA Season 6 Ft. Sisters Who WatchOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and Sisters Who Watch’s Shelby and Laura Holland discuss Love Island USA Season 6 reunion. Highlights Leah Thee LiarNo one looks the age they’re claiming Black women actually being treated well on the show Follow Sisters Who Watchhttps://www.sisterswhowatch.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sisters-who-watch/id1687115327https://www.youtube.com/@SistersWhoWatch Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok...2024-08-291h 10Black People Love ParamoreRap Beef Ft. Miles GrayOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes The Daily Zeitgeist podcast co-host and 90s encyclopedia, Miles Gray. The two discuss the cultural phenomenon that is Rap Beef, history’s best and worst diss tracks, and how it has affected not only hip hop, but culture at large. Highlights Kendrick Vs Drake Biggie Smalls Vs Tupac Nas Vs. Jay ZDrake Vs. Everybody Follow Mileshttps://www.instagram.com/milesofgray/?hl=enhttps://x.com/milesofgray?lang=en 2024-08-151h 20
Soul Wanderer6. The Trip That Changed My Way of TravelIn this episode, I share about a birthday trip with friends that began the shift of how I travel.-A 30th birthday trip to Mexico and Cuba and why we decided on these two places-What went into organizing this trip-How it differed from a previous trip I did with these same friends-Why I moved to Mexico after one visitWhat I refer to in this episode:Third Placeshttps://www.thegoodtrade.com/features...2024-08-0737 minBlack People Love ParamoreHigh School Musical FT. Amanda & Amber MillerOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Fangirl Central hosts, Amanda and Amber Miller to talk all things High School Musical. They get into the franchise’s best songs, how Kenny Ortega did exactly what he needed to do, and how the films defined the Disney Zeitgeist of the early millennium. Highlights Giving Kenny Ortega his flowersSing & Dance AlongsZac EfronBest Songs of the franchise Follow Fangirl Central https://fangirl-central.com/https://www.instagram.com/fangirl.central/https://www.youtube.com/@fangirl.central 2024-08-011h 00
Soul Wanderer5. Recommendations for First-time Travelers to JapanIn this episode, I share tips if it's your first time traveling to Japan:FootwearHow to behave on public transportationUse of cash and contactless paymentsSolo diningWhy I recommend staying at a ryokan (Japanese Inn)Tipping culture -when and howKnowing the Japanese languageDo I need a visa?I also talk about my client's experience working with me on her first time trip to JapanEpisode that I reference:Episode 4 Female Solo Travel in JapanThe language app that I recommend is Drops https...2024-07-2427 minBlack People Love ParamoreCults Ft. Traci ThomasOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes guest, writer and The Stacks podcast host, Traci Thomas on the show to talk about Cults! The two get into what trends are cult - y, classic cults, and what it would take to get them sucked into joining a cult. All this & more! Highlights Disney Adults The real story of Jonestown Taylor Swift MAGAWACO The Manson FamilyReligious Cults Follow Traci https://tracithomas.substack.com/https://w...2024-07-181h 02
Crucible MomentsIntroducing "Training Data," a new podcast from Sequoia about the future of A.I.Crucible Moments will be back shortly with season 2. You’ll hear from the founders of YouTube, DoorDash, Reddit, and more. In the meantime, we’d love to introduce you to a new original podcast, Training Data, where Sequoia partners learn from builders, researchers and founders who are defining the technology wave of the future: AI. The following conversation with Harrison Chase of LangChain is all about the future of AI agents—why they’re suddenly seeing a step change in performance, and why they’re key to the promise of AI. Follow Training Data wherever yo...2024-07-1151 min
Soul Wanderer4. Female Solo Travel in JapanIn this episode, I share why Japan is a great choice for female solo travel- whether it's your first time or you're an experienced solo traveler. Including the following:SafetyTransportation is efficient and clean Solo dining is common Tipping isn't customary With a weaker yen, this means that foreign currencies like the US dollar, Euro, and the British pound are strong and it makes traveling in Japan more affordableI mention these previous episodes: Episode 1 Defining Conscious Travel Episode 2 Women in Travel The language app that I recommend is Dro...2024-07-1038 minBlack People Love ParamoreClueless Ft. Danielle RadfordOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and guest Tights and Fights co - host, Danielle Radford get into 1995’s Clueless. The two discuss the film’s decades - long influence on pop culture, separating the Dionne from the Stacey Dash, and how dating your step - sibling is definitely weird. All this & more! Highlights Speaking “Clueless”Teen Rom - ComsPaul RuddClueless FashionBrittany Murphy90s WrestlingDisney Channel Original Movie, Get A Clue Follow Danielle https://www.instagram.com/danielle_radford/?hl=enhttps://maximumfun.org/about/team/danielle-radford/ Fol...2024-07-0349 min
Soul Wanderer3. Why You Should Travel SoloIn this episode, I share some reasons to travel solo and what that can bring for you. I also reflect on my solo travels.What to do if you've never traveled solo before to get comfortable with a solo tripThis report found that Americans are especially vacation-deprivedWhy you're the one to define solo travel A solo trip in college that almost escaped my memory How your mindset and attitude impact your travel experiencesWork with Sequoia:JapanMexicoLearn more about Sequoia ht...2024-06-2626 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Pets Ft. Ella McLeodOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and guest co - host, Comfort Creatures host, Ella McLeod chat about Pet parenting, Exotic pets, how Black folks connect with animals generationally. All this & more! Highlights LA Dogs vs. UK DogsAre Cats Loyal? Exotic / Unusual Pets Character pets who we know are Black Grieving the death of a pet Writing your pet turtle into your will Follow Ellahttps://www.instagram.com/mcleodmouth/https://x.com/McLeod_MouthFollow Co...2024-06-2049 min
Soul Wanderer2. How Women Impact the Travel IndustryThis episode gives context to the travel industry and the impact of women in it. I also share more of my travel experience and having a mom who worked in hospitality. The economic power women have in travel Women working in the travel industrySolo travel statistics about women including the biggest reason for solo female travel and the biggest concernWhat's changing in the industry Learn more from Emily Anne Brant Articles referenced: https://www.unwto.org/gender-and-tourismhttps://www.solofemaletravelers.club/solo-female-travel-stats/2024-06-1216 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Reality TV Ft. Dr. JonPaul Higgins & Jordan DanielsOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes sits down with the guests, co - hosts of the BFF: Black, Fat, Femme podcast, Dr. JonPaul Higgins and Jordan Daniels, to discuss the cultural phenomenon that is Reality Television. They analyze classic reality tv show moments from shows like Flava of Love and The Bad Girls Club, rate their favorite shows of today, and discuss how Tiffany “New York'' Pollard walked so these reality tv girlies could run. All this and more! HighlightsFlava of Love Surreal Life Bad Girls Club Love I...2024-06-061h 06
Soul Wanderer1. What Does Conscious Travel Mean?If you're a female traveler, especially a woman of color, who wants to travel with more intention this is the show for you!In this first episode, I break down what conscious travel is so that you can understand what it is, who it's for, and why it's important. This biweekly show is for the women who don't see themselves represented in the travel podcast space. This is also for women who want to or enjoy traveling solo and who like to hear travel lessons, stories, and tangible tips from other women...2024-05-2908 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Online Dating Ft. Anwar WhiteOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes sits down with Anwar White, the Get Your Guy dating coach. The two discuss dating app dos and don’ts, interracial dating, how past traumas can affect relationships in the present, and more!HighlightsOnline Dating Interracial Dating Dating AppsDating Horror Stories Red Flags Healing Trauma Follow Anwar White https://www.getyourguycoaching.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@datingcoachanwar?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/datingcoachanwar/ ...2024-05-2343 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Friendship Ft. Danielle Bayard JacksonOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes sits down with author and The Friendship Expert, Danielle Bayard Jackson. The two dissect friendships, the heartbreak of friendship breakups, Danielle’s new book, and why a girls’ trip to Miami could make or break a bond. All this & more! Pick up a copy of Danielle Bayard Jackson’s new book, Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships and join host Sequoia and Danielle at the Reparations Club in Los Angeles May 18th for the book launch event! HighlightsFrien...2024-05-0953 minBlack People Love Paramore[NSFW] Ft. Ify NwadiweOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes discusses Sex with guest co - host, Maximum Film Podcast host, Comedian, and Thot Dad, Ify Nwadiwe. The two explore sex habits, positions, misconceptions & more! HighlightsK*nks F*tishes Relationships Celebrity Sex ScandalsCelebrity K*nks Follow Ify Nwadiwehttps://www.instagram.com/ifynwadiwe/?hl=enhttps://maximumfun.org/podcasts/maximum-film/Follow Sequoiahttps://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmeshttps...2024-04-2554 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Country Music Ft. Jewel WickerOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes dives into the world of country music with guest co - host, award - winning journalist and BPLP fan favorite, Jewel Wicker. The two discuss female country legends, the exclusion of Black people in the genre, and of course, review Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. VOTE Black People Love Paramore For A Webby!!! Highlights Tanner Adell Kacey Musgraves The ChicksTaylor SwiftThe BeatlesTina TurnerLady GagaPrinceBeyoncé’s...2024-04-1150 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Anime II Ft. NotWildlin, Garrick Bernard, & Chika SupremeOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes tackles Anime for the second time with the help of guest co - hosts, internet personality Wildlin Pierrevil (@NotWildlin), Writer / Comedian Garrick Bernard, and host of the podcast Shoujo Sundae, Chika Supreme. They get into Anime superlatives, Black caricatures within the medium, the Shoujo and Shonen genres, and more! HighlightsShoujo VS. ShonenDubbed Vs. SubbedMinstrelsy in Anime Dragon Ball ZFullMetal Alchemist Sailor MoonShoujo SundaePokemon Fol...2024-03-281h 23
Black People Love ParamoreBonus Teaser: Black People Love Sequoia Holmes Ft. Jewel WickerWe get a sneak peek into the Black People Love Paramore bonus content episode with your host, Sequoia Holmes, as the topic! Award - winning journalist and friend of the show, Jewel Wicker, gets deep into Sequoia’s business and our host is not afraid to share. **REMINDER: This teaser is dropping the first week of The MaxFunDrive, so if you enjoy this show and want in on this awesome BOCO, please take a moment to show your support and become a member at maximumfun.org/join. Follow Sequoiahttps://www.inst...2024-03-2203 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Warped Tour Ft. Christine OsazuwaOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes along with guest co - host, Music executive Christine Osazuwa, talk about all things Warped Tour: Music, fashion, teenage shenanigans, and more! **REMINDER: This episode is dropping the first week of The MaxFunDrive, so if you enjoy this show, please take a moment to show your support and become a member at maximumfun.org/join.HighlightsBest Warped Tour LineupsOverrated or Underrated Warped Tour trends Scene / Emo Fashion Mosh PitsWhen We Were Young Musical Festival P...2024-03-2158 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Love Is Blind S6 Ft. Justine and Natasha (2 Black Girls, 1 Rose)Is love really blind? In this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes recaps the season 6 finale of Netflix’s Love Is Blind with guests co - hosts, Justine Kay and Natasha Scott - Cohosts of the 2 Black Girls, 1 Rose podcast. They talk finale highlights, their unpopular opinions on the season, dissect each couple, discuss racial preferences vs. fetishization in dating and more!HighlightsPrevious Love is Blind seasonsCheating fathersMegan FoxVasectomies Listen to 2 Black Girls, 1 Rosehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-black-girls-1-rose/id1327196317https://www.patreon.com/2blackgirls1rose2024-03-0755 minBlack People Love ParamoreBlack People Love True Crime ft. MaRah & Taz (Sistas Who Kill)Are you a lover of true crime? On this week’s episode host Sequoia Holmes and co hosts of the acclaimed true crime podcast, Sistas Who Kill, MaRah and Taz, dive into true crime in pop culture. They recount classic true crime cases like the OJ Simpson Trial and the Scream Murder. They also get into the cases like that of Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, the glamorization of true crime media, and the cautionary tale within the genre. TW// Sensitive and Graphic ContentHighlightsThe Silent Twins Cassie Jo Stoddart/the Scream Murder The People of the S...2024-02-291h 08
CommasWhy Ross Mac and his Wife Decided to Work on Separate Businesses to Build Their EmpirePodcast Show Notes: Love Chronicles - Exploring the Intersection of Love and Business
Introduction
Sequoia introduces Ross, a guest from the Black Enterprise disruptor conference, and sets the context for the discussion on Ross's journey in love and business.
Ross shares his background, growing up on the South Side of Chicago, attending an Ivy League school, and working on Wall Street.
He explains his motivation to bring his knowledge and skills back to his community through his production company, Maconomics.
Ross reveals that he is married and talks about his relationship, which started...2023-07-0312 min
Black People Love ParamoreBlack People Love My Chemical Romance ft. Jenay ZhyrovEmo music fans, rejoice! On this episode, Sequoia & Jenay chat about the iconic band, My Chemical Romance, discussing their musical influence, their rejection of labels like "pop punk" and "emo," and their favorite songs from the band. They also reflect on their album "Danger Days," its connection to fans, and the theatrical energy of their music videos and live performances.They dive into the emo phase of the 2000s and the impact of My Chemical Romance on black people in particular. They discuss the themes of their music, such as depression, suicide, and grief, and how it...2023-06-2246 min
Black People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Degrassi ft. Jazzmyne & SelormThis is the first episode in a multi-part series themed around television shows that Black people love! Sequoia welcomes Selorm & Jazzyme to talk about the TV show "Degrassi," debate the popularity of Maddy from Euphoria vs Manny from Degrassi, and discuss their love of the show and its impact on their lives. Key Points From This Episode:Maddy vs. Manny.Quitting as setting boundaries.Alexz Johnson's song Skin.Degrassi's many television franchises.Favorite and Least Favorite Characters.Craig Cheated on Ashley.2023-03-301h 06
Black People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Rom-Coms ft. Justin RichmondThis episode we're chatting about why Black people love romantic comedies with co-host of the Started From The Bottom podcast and host of Broken Record podcast, Justin Richmond! Listen to Justin's new podcast Start From The Bottom – https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/started-from-the-bottom Listen to Sequoia's new podcast Glass House by Sequoia Holmes –YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SequoiaHolmes7Podcast: https://g.co/kgs/4ciRx9 Follow SequoiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok...2023-03-1649 min
Black People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Uno ft. Tiffany Sheri & Kevin ChestnutLove it or hate it, UNO is a game that commonly brings Black households and communities together. Over time, each family has recreated the standard rules in their own way and dubbed UNO a ‘Black People Card Game’. Returning to the show today to discuss this divisive game are Tiffany Sheri and Kevin Chestnut. Join us as we share our personal introductions to UNO and what rules we used growing up, as well as our favorite cards to throw down and so much more. For our working theories on why UNO is so beloved by Black folk, stories about the...2023-01-1954 min
MoonshotA Quick Start Guide to Building an Enduring Company – In Conversation With Doug LeoneDoug Leone has led Sequoia Capital for over 25 years, overseeing the firm’s international expansion. Throughout his time at Sequoia, Doug formed partnerships with companies like Nubank, Medallia, ServiceNow and Wiz. He’s seen thousands of pitches and worked with hundreds of founders as they grow and scale their startups. On this episode of Moonshot, Doug chats with Sequoia India Managing Director Rajan Anandan about some of the insights he’s gained over the past two decades working with startups, common pitfalls founders should look out for, and what it takes to build a truly enduring company. The conversation took p...2022-05-2542 min
Sequoia BuzzedHeavily Peted Swamp BourbonThe Dudes of Sequoia Buzzed investigate Textual Criticism and Acts Chapter 23
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Sequoia BuzzedEdward fortyhands, strippers, and cokeThe dudes of sequoia buzzed bring peace to the middle east, find the g-spot, and review great films such as Revenge of the Nerds in the context of Acts chapter 15.
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The Collective Perspective: Reclaiming and Reshaping Theatre"From Nicety to Necessity"In this Episode: Sophie Peyton, Oogie Push, and Sequoia Hauck discuss Jack Reuler's article "From Nicety to Necessity." Was theater ever just a 'nicety'? Who is it a necessity for?Referenced in This Episode:- Auntie Oogie Presents- Wonderlust Productions - Full Circle Theatre Company Music by:––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track: Too Sweet — IVAAVI [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/wfKbVnW4GcoFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/too-sweet––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––The Collective Perspective: Reclaiming and Reshaping Theatre is a collective of theater artists from...2021-03-1956 min
Sequoia, La Vie en Version Originale#7 La détoxwww.sequoia.bio
Le printemps arrive : qui dit printemps dit renouveau, légèreté et détox !
Qui dit détox devrait dire système lymphatique ! Et pourtant c'est souvent le grand oublié des conseils santé. Dans ce podcast nous allons essayer de lui faire honneur et ainsi encore mieux profiter des bienfaits du printemps.2021-03-1726 minSequoia Buzzed2021 Week 8: StonedThe dudes of Sequoia Buzzed discuss Acts chapter 7 and the stoning of Stephen.
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Sequoia SpotlightWays to Stay Active During QuarantineSequoia Spotlight Podcast presents:
Three ways to stay active during COVID-19 Quarantine.
2021-02-1701 minSequoia Buzzed2021 Week 5: MiraclesThe dudes of Sequoia Buzzed drink root beer whiskey, and talk about miracles, as we continue our study in Acts.
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Protéines, lipides, glucides : les macronutriments de notre alimentation !
Quels sont leurs rôles ? Lesquels, quand, combien, pourquoi, pour qui ? Pour ma santé, mon énergie, mon poids de forme, mon immunité ?
Beaucoup de questions auxquelles j'espère vous apporter beaucoup de réponses concrètes que vous pourrez appliquer dans votre quotidien. 2021-01-2056 minSequoia, La Vie en Version Originale#5 Comment réguler son stress?La santé, cela passe avant tout par l’information. Chez Sequoia, nous nous sommes donnés comme mission d’informer et de promouvoir une alimentation qui allie santé et plaisir. C’est notre responsabilité, notre ADN depuis plus de 30 ans !
Savez-vous pourquoi vous avez envie de manger quand vous êtes stressé ou pourquoi le sport vous aide à réguler votre stress ? Comprendre les mécanismes physiologiques sous-jacents au phénomène de stress va vous permettre de prendre du recul et de mieux gérer vos réactions émotionnelles.2020-11-2542 minSequoia, La Vie en Version Originale#4 Qu’est-ce qu’on mange durant l'automne ?La santé, cela passe avant tout par l’information. Chez Sequoia, nous nous sommes donnés comme mission d’informer et de promouvoir une alimentation qui allie santé et plaisir. C’est notre responsabilité, notre ADN depuis plus de 30 ans !
Vive l'automne ! C'est l'abondance ! La nature nous offre le meilleur d'elle-même pour nous permettre de faire des réserves de nutriments avant l'arrivée de l'hiver. Profitons-en sainement !
C'est aussi la saison de poumons-gros intestin en médecine chinoise et c'est donc le moment de s'occuper de ses deux organes pour qu'ils soient forts pour passer l'2020-10-2127 min
Sequoia SpotlightSequoia Podcast Interview with Principal KeckSequoia Spotlight Podcast presents an interview with Mrs. Keck by Karam and Kai.2020-10-0814 minSequoia, La Vie en Version Originale#3 Pourquoi le sommeil est-il un facteur clé de notre santé?La santé, cela passe avant tout par l’information. Chez Sequoia, nous nous sommes donnés comme mission d’informer et de promouvoir une alimentation qui allie santé et plaisir. C’est notre responsabilité, notre ADN depuis plus de 30 ans !
Dormir ! Qui ne rêve pas de dormir comme un bébé, un bienheureux, une souche ou une marmotte ?
Dans ce podcast, Kathrin vous explique pourquoi le sommeil est-t-il un facteur clé de notre santé.
Dormir c'est simple et...2020-09-2329 minSequoia, La Vie en Version Originale#2 Comment adapter notre alimentation aux besoins spécifiques de l’été?La santé, cela passe avant tout par l’information. Chez Sequoia, nous nous sommes donnés comme mission d’informer et de promouvoir une alimentation qui allie santé et plaisir. C’est notre responsabilité, notre ADN depuis plus de 30 ans !
Dans ce podcast, Kathrin vous explique à sa façon comment profiter de cette saison en suivant les enseignements de la nature...
Il est important de manger des aliments de saison, vous avez déjà tous entendu cette phrase. Mais pourquoi...2020-06-1725 minSequoia, La Vie en Version Originale#1 Comment lire les étiquettes alimentaires?La santé, cela passe avant tout par l’information. Chez Sequoia, nous nous sommes donnés comme mission d’informer et de promouvoir une alimentation qui allie santé et plaisir. C’est notre responsabilité, notre ADN depuis plus de 30 ans !
Doit-on se fier uniquement au tableau des valeurs nutritionnelles?
Qu’en dirait le fameux NutriScore, outil de d’information de qualité nutritionnelle des aliments avec des notes allant de A à E? Ou encor...2020-04-2340 min
Sequoia CrossFitFitness and Nutrition Tips and HacksFitness and Nutrition Tips/ Hacks - some quick hits on how to see results here at Sequoia CrossFit.2019-10-0703 minSequoia CrossFitWill Lifting Weights Make Me Bulky?The most common question we get at Sequoia CrossFit - ANSWERED!2019-10-0204 minSequoia CrossFitWhy CrossFit?Who? What? Where? When? Why? How? Let us answer all your questions about CrossFit and how Sequoia can help you get in the best shape of your life!2019-10-0103 min
Sequoia SpotlightPodcast Interview with Sequoia's Dynamic Duo CounselorsInterview with Mr. CK and Mrs. Stewart.2019-05-1704 min
Sequoia SpotlightSequoia Podcast IntroductionThe Sequoia Podcast Team Introduction2019-05-1700 min
Sequoia SpotlightTop Ten Beasts in Harry Potter's WorldThe first recorded podcast for Sequoia Spotlight.2019-03-1208 minCommasHow He Got Facebook to Invest $1 Million into His CompanyFounder Michael Ellison talks about why he's so passionate about getting students involved with coding through his venture Code Path and how he got Facebook to make a $1 Million investment, plus Sequoia answers more of your Q&As.
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The Mary Jane Experience: A Cannabis PodcastRAW: Women and Weed With Aliza Sherman of EllementaFull Unedited Interview Version.
You Can Also Read the Full Transcription and Find Links on Our Blog Here >>
We had the pleasure of interviewing Aliza Sherman of Elementa, a company dedicated to the introduction of women-focused cannabis products to women seeking assistance in health, wellness and a wide range of physical needs. Strawberry Sequoia had a great chat with her and it ties back to the roots of The Mary Jane Experience.2019-01-1600 minThe Mary Jane Experience: A Cannabis PodcastEP 2: Women and Weed | Interview with Aliza Sherman of EllementaWe had the pleasure of interviewing Aliza Sherman of Elementa, a company dedicated to the introduction of women-focused cannabis products to women seeking assistance in health, wellness and a wide range of physical needs. Strawberry Sequoia had a great chat with her and it ties back to the roots of The Mary Jane Experience.2019-01-1500 min
The Journey to EmpowermentThe Power of SisterhoodIn this episode, Sequoia T. Gillyard shares what real sisterhood is and is not. Being in a sisterhood is a powerful and amazing experience. We have to remember that building genuine relationships is key to being successful in life. I use to have issues with women that stemmed from my childhood but I learned that having sisters has added so much value to my life. I hope you enjoy this episode and find you some real sisters that you can grow with!2016-12-1225 min