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Sol Talk027. How to Build and Sustain Community with Strategist and Community Leader Marissa ShrumIn our third and final installment of “Community & Connections” we chop it up with Marissa Shrum. Marissa is a strategist, artist and investor living in Chattanooga, TN and Fort Greene, Brooklyn. She is the Founder of Remember, I Love You (RILY), a cultural intelligence and community impact studio that helps brands reimagine their position in society, community and everyday life. In this conversation, we learn from Marissa how we can use contrasting and life-affirming moments to guide how we connect with humans. In this episode you’ll hear: How Marissa was able to return to a p...
2022-05-1054 minSol Talk026. How Storytelling Creates a Space for Healing and Connection with Chloe LouvouezoIn our second installment of “Community & Connections” we sit down with Chloe Dulce Louvouezo. Chloe is the executive producer and host of the Life, I Swear podcast and author of Life, I Swear: Intimate Stories from Black Women on Identity, Healing, and Self-Trust. As a third culture kid, Chloe is intimately familiar with both the challenges and opportunities that come with building community when multiple cities and countries have contributed to your identity. In this conversation, she helps us understand the power of sharing the stories we collect and the importance of connecting to oneself before anyone else...
2022-05-0340 minSol Talk025. A Space Made for Dope, Ambitious Black Women with MINO Founder, Krystal ScottWe kick off “Community & Connections” – the final chapter of Season 2 of Sōl Talk – with the founder and CEO of Mino, Krystal Scott. After a challenging experience in corporate America, Krystal decided it was time to build the community she knew Black women so desperately needed. As a mother of young children, entrepreneur, and self-described ‘introvert’ – Krystal helps shed light on the ultimate cheat code to climbing the ladder in corporate America: community. In this episode you’ll hear: The challenging experience that sharpened Krystal’s vision for Mino The way that the pandemic affected Krystal’s s...
2022-04-2739 minSol Talk024. A Path Towards Better Sex with Myisha Battle, Sex & Dating CoachIn our third and final installment of “Creating and Sustaining Love” we sit down with Myisha Battle, a certified sex and dating coach, writer and educator who lives by the motto: “better sex, better life.” Through her podcast and coaching, Myisha provides her community with reliable sexual information, while encouraging our quest for sexual satisfaction – regardless of race, gender, orientation, ability or age. Today, Myisha helps us understand how sex and intimacy show up in our lives and shares practical tips that allow us to get our needs met in the bedroom and beyond. In this episo...
2022-04-1946 minSol Talk023. Keeping the Spark Alive through Motherhood and MarriageWe continue this chapter – “Creating and Sustaining Love” – with MY GIRLS Shanaz Green, Wendy Oliver and Abby Spence. I have the pleasure of being in a group chat with these three working professionals, wives, and mothers. Group chat conversations – which range from vent sessions and cute pics of babies to child-rearing recos and praise reports – have given me a front-row seat to the beauty and work that goes into healthy partnership. Today, we bring the group chat to the pod. In this episode you’ll hear: A love letter to husbands Why my friends are looking forward to turn...
2022-04-1256 minSol Talk022. How to Manifest Love with Love and Relationship Expert Crystal IromWe kick off a NEW chapter of Sōl Talk – “Creating and Sustaining Love” – with Crystal Irom, a top relationship coach and expert. Crystal went to single to happily married to the love of her life in 10 months. Today, we learn from Crystal the lessons and approaches she use to help single women create happy, healthy, and loving relationships through manifesting and intentional dating. In this episode you’ll hear: How Crystal went from lawyer to love & manifestation coach The role our subconscious plays in picking partners The green and red flags we should be on the l...
2022-04-0553 minSol Talk021. Building and Sustaining a Career in TV Writing with Felicia PrideIn the third and final installment of “The Creative Class,” we sit down with Felicia Pride. Felicia is a TV writer / producer and an award-winning filmmaker who wrote on Ava DuVernay's Queen Sugar and is currently a producer on Grey’s Anatomy. In film, she’s the writer and executive producer of Really Love, which debuted on Netflix and became a Top Ten Movie on the platform. Having moved to LA to pursue writing at 35, Felicia is no stranger to being bold with her life and being unapologetic about her dreams. In this conversation, Felicia shares with us how she was...
2022-03-2944 minSol Talk020. Sustaining Your Creative Life with Reyna Noriega, Visual Artist and AuthorWe continue “The Creative Culture” with Reyna Noriega, a visual artist and author based in Miami, Florida. Reyna has been steadily rising to prominence, with her work appearing on covers including Science Magazine and The New Yorker. Having previously explored various mediums, techniques, and expressions – Reyna has developed her distinct way of depicting vibrant, joyful women of color. As we continue exploring creativity, Reyna shares what it’s like to sustain a life as a creative entrepreneur. In this episode you’ll hear: Reyna’s career journey that brought her to creative entrepreneurship How one balances working with...
2022-03-2241 minSol Talk019. Creating Generously and for the Coins with Traveling Social Media Manager, Yasmine BedwardCreating Generously and for the Coins with Traveling Social Media Manager, Yasmine Bedward We open the latest chapter of Sōl Talk – The Creative Class – with Yasmine Bedward, a Traveling Social Media Manager. When most of her peers were playing with rocks and playdough, Yasmine was taking apart computers and sending emails to her aunties. After a few career pivots, Yasmine decided to travel the world, leveraging her comfortability with the internets to start building her client roster. Now, Yasmine supports brands and businesses tell their stories on social media, while offering her own community tips...
2022-03-1543 minSol Talk018. The Importance of Clarity and Healing for New Chapters with Ashley GanttIn the third and final installment of Closing Time: Changes and New Chapters – we sit down with Ashley Gantt. Ashley’s 33rd year of life changed the lenses she uses to look out at the world, and from there, she started her journey of healing. Now, as an attorney and host of the With ClariTea podcast – Ashley works to create a safe space for healing through vulnerable and honest storytelling. As we wrap this chapter of Sōl Talk, Ashley sheds light on the importance of developing clarity and incorporating healing practices to transition into new chapters. I...
2022-03-0848 minSol Talk017. Mastering Change and Pivots with Brown Bohemian Atlanta AmadoIn the second installment of Closing Time: Changes and New Chapters – we chat it up with Atlanta Amado. Atlanta is a Change Consultant, dancer, and vocalist who is gifted at honoring her soul’s callings – no matter how that may change from season to season. Atlanta operates a coaching + consulting business called Palm Change Consulting, where she helps people find ways to deepen the roots of their strengths in life and work, reach for higher levels of joy in their living + stand strong when the winds of change blow through. In this episode you’ll hear: What holds most people...
2022-03-0136 minSol TalkHow Curly Nikki went from Natural Hair Blogger to Spiritual LeaderWe’re kicking off the first installment of Closing Time: Changes and New Chapters with Nikki Walton. Known to many as Curly Nikki, Nikki began her career as a natural hair blogger, helping countless women of color accept their natural locks. However, at the height of her career, Nikki found herself searching for more. Thus began her spiritual journey. Today, we meet Nikki in a season of paying it forward. She hosts a daily podcast, Go(o)d Mornings, where she shares daily practices to start your day off right. She joins us to share some of he...
2022-02-2249 minSol Talk015. Sōl Talk is baaaaack. Prologue to Season 2 with Simone KeelahA whole Sōlo episode, baby! As we get ready for season 2, I’m sharing a quick update on my own life, what I’m excited to share with you for this season and why we need to forget about the whole ‘Sophomore Slump’ concept. In this episode you’ll hear: Why it took so long to share season 2 with y’all. The five things that I’m realizing in this season of my life. What to expect for this season 2. Announcements Join our Community: I’d love if you’d join the mailing list as we...
2022-02-2222 minSol Talk014. BOOKCLUB: Wrapping up Season 1 with Friend and Fellow Gem, Danielle SpikenerIn true audiobook fashion, we’re wrapping up season 1 by convening our second book club. Danielle Spikener (aka DaMoJa) is back – blessing us again with her brilliance and beauty as she shares what she’s been moved by and moved to reconsider because of ‘The Power of Peace’ and ‘Party of One.’ In this episode you’ll hear: The difference between champagne vs. vintage wine love Why creatives should start to embrace 75-80% effort Parenting vs. self-care and why the latter is what we should strive to do And a few off topic, but still insightful conversations between two friends ...
2021-07-1551 minSol Talk013. Chapter 4: Party of One with Simone Keelah, host of Sōl TalkWhen you name a chapter, “Party of One” – you kind of, sort of have to have a party… with just one person. So here is the first solo dolo episode of the season. In Lucky #13, the host of the audiobook that is Sōl Talk, Simone Keelah grabs and holds the mic to share what she’s learned, what’s she’s loving and what she’s leaving from her single season. In this episode you’ll hear: Why after several years uncoupled, Simone is hopeful for a future bae How manifestation comes to life in relationships What...
2021-07-0629 minSol Talk012. Chapter 4: Party of One with Licensed Therapist and Intuitive Guide, Josie RosarioWe couldn’t have a chapter on being a single woman of marrying age without tapping into the guidance of a professional. Enter: Josie Rosario, a straight shooting and compassionate therapist who specializes in healing work for folks of color. Formerly focused on couples and families before pivoting to intuitive work, Josie brings an entirely new perspective to the topic. In this episode of “Party of One” Josie shares the sacredness of a single season without the unnecessary toxic positivity many of us are accustomed to being served. In this episode you’ll hear: Why having “a list” fo...
2021-06-2943 minSol Talk011. Chapter 4: Party of One with Around the Way Curls Host, Antoinette HenryWe kick off Party of One with Antoinette Henry, Ms. Duality herself and co-host of Around the Way Curls. Having been single for five years, Antoinette is no stranger to doing aspects of her life alone. However, she also doesn’t try to paint singledom for any more or less than what it is. In this candid conversation, Antoinette shares the highs, lows and regular smegular about being a single woman of marrying age. In this episode you’ll hear: The romanticization of singleness and why Antoinette doesn’t subscribe to that What Antoinette and Simone’s exes h...
2021-06-2249 minSol Talk010. Chapter 3: The Power of Peace with Gettin’ Grown Host, Keia RobinsonIn the final installment of The Power of Peace we chat with Dr. Keia Robinson, a self-described Jesus Zealot. As a researcher in higher education; one half of the popular podcast, Gettin’ Grown; the mind behind #teamtypingfast; and a mentor to many– Keia is no stranger to having a full plate. Yet, for most of her decisions, Keia is turning to God to guide her. Keia helps us understand how putting God at the center of our decisions doesn’t always equate to rest and relaxation, turning the concept of peace on its head. In this episode you’ll...
2021-06-1636 minSol Talk009. Chapter 3: The Power of Peace with Farah, a Doctor with an Intersectional Creative PerspectiveIn the second installment of The Power of Peace we meet Farah, a Black Muslim woman. Farah is a doctor who is leaning into her creative passions as she starts defining her life’s purpose. She is the co-host of Rooted Black Girls, a visual podcast that pulls in Farah’s intersectional perspective, and founder of Zia East, an apparel line inspired by the African Diaspora. Farah dispels the notion that we have to choose one niche, while talking us through the internal chatter within most creative’s minds. She also opens up about how she maintains peace...
2021-06-0840 minSol Talk008. Chapter 3: The Power of Peace with Spiritual Healer, Tonya GonzalezIn the first installment of The Power of Peace we connect with Tonya Gonzalez. Tonya made a major a few major shifts in her life, including leaving behind her role as a librarian to step into her power as a Spiritual Healer voted #3 Psychic in the World. Tonya credits her spiritual practices and listening to her intuition for her ability to learn, heal and make these bold decisions. Tonya strongly opens up Chapter 3 of Sōl Talk, helping us understand how one specific spiritual practice – African Spirituality – has been able to connect her to peace and power.
2021-06-0141 minSol Talk007. BOOKCLUB: Recapping the first two chapters with friend and fellow Gem, Danielle SpikenerStaying true to Sōl Talk being your “audiobook companion,” we are pausing midday through the season to recap chapters 1 and 2. This book club conversation is with Danielle Spikener (aka DaMoJa), a strategist by day, collector of random facts and information by night. South LA-born and bred – with a little Detroit on top – Danielle is committed to the culture through and through, and comes in to provide her unique perspective on Push or Pivot and In Pursuit of Purpose. In this episode you’ll hear: The commonalities and takeaways two Geminis found among all episodes to date What D...
2021-05-2544 minSol Talk006. Chapter 2: In Pursuit of Purpose with ‘Dope Girls Cook’ Chef, Briana RiddockIn the third installment of In Pursuit of Purpose, we chat with Briana Riddock, a sought-after chef in Atlanta. Briana is no stranger to pursuing purpose, as she has steadily walked a path that now allows her to get paid for what began as her passion. Along the way, Briana has brought her culinary skills to life in new and interesting ways. Briana helps us make sense of how entrepreneurship looks when you’re turning passion into profits. And the overlap between what one does to light themselves up (passion) and what one does to serve the wo...
2021-05-1843 minSol Talk005. Chapter 2: In Pursuit of Purpose with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin, Career Coach and Imposter Syndrome ExpertIn the second installment of In Pursuit of Purpose, we connect with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin. Lisa grew up as an overachiever, but for years, she was weighed down by her imposter’s syndrome, a feeling that she didn’t belong in certain rooms and would inevitably be “found out.” Now, as a licensed psychologist and executive coach, Lisa works with her clients on imposter’s syndrome, as well as career advancement and leadership development Lisa helps us tackle the age-old question of whether “purpose” and “profession” are synonymous, while providing us with tools to become more satisfied in our personal an...
2021-05-1144 minSol Talk004. Chapter 2: In Pursuit of Purpose with Rachel V. Hill, Travel Influencer turned Marketing GuruIn the first installment of In Pursuit of Purpose, we sit down with Rachel V. Hill, a woman who is no stranger to exploring the different evolutions of purpose. At 27, Rachel retired from corporate America to travel the world. She went on to travel to more than 70 countries as a travel influencer and wrote a book before she stepped into the current chapter of her life as a launch manager. Rachel now uses her awe-inspiring story and her extensive background to not only help her clients conquer successful product launches – but to also show the world that it...
2021-05-0445 minSol Talk003. Chapter 1: Push or Pivot (or neither) with Soeuraya Wilson of Cult Fitness Experience, The ClassIn the third installment of Push or Pivot, we chat with Soeuraya Wilson, a celebrated instructor of the cult fitness experience, The Class. From performing arts to fitness, Soeuraya has learned to move with the energies that call her into each new chapter. In The Class, Soeuraya brings her students as much life coaching as she does intense workout, sprinkling in her honest reflections between what feels like 10 million squats. Today, we meet Soeuraya in a season of neither push nor pivot, as she shares the profound wisdom about an alternative to always having to choose one...
2021-04-2739 minSol Talk002. Chapter 1: Push or Pivot with Sara Clark, Yoga and Meditation Teacher002. Chapter 1: Push or Pivot In the second installment of Push or Pivot, we chat with Sara Clark, an international vinyasa yoga and meditation teacher. Having decided early on in her career to move from corporate America to yoga, Sara is not new to making hard decisions. Sara went on teach in front of packed crowds and grace the covers of Yoga Journal and Prevention Magazine. Sara often thanks her intuition for leading the way – but that intuition has sometimes required that she accept the more challenging stuff that life throws her way. Today, we meet Sa...
2021-04-2036 minSol Talk001: Chapter 1: Push or Pivot with Commercial Stylist turned Real Estate Agent, Michaela B.001. Chapter 1: Push or Pivot In the first installment of Push or Pivot we meet Michaela B, or Pippy as her people call her. From a young age, Michaela moved “towards the love,” as her mother taught her to do. In her early 20s, her work ethic and impeccable sense of style led her to become a commercial stylist. However, she eventually felt at odds with this particular path and shifted to real estate, a career that she’s made her own with purpose and authenticity. In this episode you’ll hear: The practices that support...
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