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Dr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Season 3 _ Book Following Esther_s Process to Purification_ Restoration_ & PurposeWelcome to Season 3 of Dr. Velma TALKS. I am your host, Dr. Velma Bagby. This season, we will be walking through my book “Following Esther’s Process to Purification, Restoration, & Purpose in 30 Days.” Although Esther prepared for 12 months (purification and restoration), the symbolism of what she did was about more than a marriage; it is a picture of how we, as believers, prepare ourselves for the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. Each Saturday, I will address one day from the book, until we complete all 30. Enjoy! For those who wish to follow along, you can purchase the devotio...
2026-01-0317 min
Leaders Pathway🎁 12 Gifts for a Meaningful Life: A Holiday Teaser from VelmaWelcome to Day 1 of 12 Gifts in 12 Days with Velma! 🎁
In this special holiday teaser, I’m sharing the first of 12 gifts designed to inspire, uplift, and guide you toward a more meaningful life.
Each day, you’ll receive a short story, reflection, or insight to help you lead with heart, live with purpose, and embrace the possibilities of the season. Whether you’re listening at home, at work, or on the go, these gifts are meant to fill your heart and spark action toward your best self.
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2025-12-1006 minLeaders Pathway🛑 Why Your Team Isn’t Owning the WorkEver feel like your team keeps dropping half-finished work at your feet… then staring at you like your dog does when it wants you to throw the slobbery toy again?
If so, friend—you’re in the right episode.
In Part 3 of our Accountability in Action series, we’re digging into the real reason your team won’t take ownership… and why it’s not because they’re lazy, uninterested, or incapable. In fact, most employees simply haven’t been taught how to own their work—and leaders are often unintentionally training them not to.
In this episod...
2025-12-0211 minLeaders Pathway🔑 From Boss to Leader: The Power of Invisible AdvocacyEver notice how the loudest voice in the room usually gets the most attention?
Meanwhile, the quiet contributors—the ones holding everything together—often get overlooked.
In this episode of From Boss to Leader, Velma Knowles unpacks the power of invisible advocacy: championing the unseen talent on your team.
With stories of Oprah’s game-changing support for overlooked voices and Velma’s own journey of being quietly advocated for, you’ll learn why true leaders lift others in ways that often go unseen—and how it multiplies loyalty, trust, and influence.
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2025-10-1411 minLeaders Pathway🔑 From Boss to Leader: Radical TransparencyEver wonder why some bosses seem untouchable… until reality hits?
In this episode of the From Boss to Leader series, Velma Knowles reveals why leaders who avoid discomfort and hide mistakes are leaving influence—and trust—on the table.
Radical transparency isn’t about oversharing.
It’s about being real, honest, and human—even when it’s messy. Velma shares actionable steps to help you:
Admit what you don’t know and invite collaboration
Share professional struggles without losing authority
Celebrate lessons from failure to inspire loyalty
You’ll hear w...
2025-09-3007 min
Dr. Velma TALKSSWOT Analysis of How Men Fall for Narcissistic WomenWelcome everyone to the second season of Dr. Velma TALKS, dating, relationships, and marriage. It’s a conversation with me, a Media Personality, Podcast Host of Dr. Velma TALKS, Finding Your Voice, and Co-Host of Words of Choose to Live By, a bestselling Christian author, certified dating and relationship coach, an ordained minister, professional Speaker, trainer, and a woman who’s been blessed to be married 50+ years. In Season 2 we are doing a deep dive into eight characters from the CATCH Dating Series. We completed the SWOT analysis on 4 female characters in the series, and now it's time to lo...
2025-08-2314 minLeaders PathwayEscape Burnout #5: Focus On What Matters MostFeeling stretched too thin? In Escape Burnout #5: Focus on What Matters Most, Velma Knowles reveals how to cut the noise, lead with clarity, and channel your energy into the work that truly moves the needle. Discover the exact steps Harold used to ditch distractions, set boundaries, and reclaim his time — without sacrificing relationships or results. Backed by research and real-life success, this episode will help you protect your priorities, boost productivity, and keep burnout at bay.
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2025-08-1209 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS-dating_ relationships and marriage_ Season 2_ Episode 4Welcome, everyone, to the second season of Dr. Velma TALKS, dating, relationships, and marriage. For Season 2, we are doing a deep dive into 8 characters from the CATCH series – 4 female characters in books one and two, and 4 male characters from Book 3. Today is the 4th and final SWOT Analysis of a female character who made wrong choices in men. We will examine the woman who dated the Pufferfish - who appears friendly and kind, until you agitate him. He then puffs up three times his size with poisonous points coming out of his body.Let's find out why...
2025-08-0217 minLeaders PathwayEscape Burnout #3 – Why Success Feels Empty: Align Your Life with Your ValuesFeeling burned out, even though you’re “successful”?
In Episode 3 of our Escape Burnout and Reclaim Your Life series, Velma unpacks why burnout often stems from living out of alignment with your values — and how to reconnect with what truly matters.
Discover the subtle signs of misalignment, hear Harold’s story, and get a free Values Assessment to help you lead with clarity, purpose, and energy again.
🎧 Listen now to reclaim the version of you that success forgot.
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2025-07-3110 min
Dr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS-dating_ relationships and marriage_ Season 2_ Episode 3Welcome, everyone, to the second season of Dr. Velma TALKS, dating, relationships, and marriage. For Season 2, we are doing a deep dive into 8 characters from the CATCH series – 4 female characters in books one and two, and 4 male characters from Book 3. Let's find out why they continue to make the wrong choice in a mate by using the SWOT analysis that Pastor Greyson shares.Today, we examine the woman and women like her, who date the Sturgeon - men who like to nibble and date mutilple women.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spr...
2025-07-2612 min
Dr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS-dating_ relationships_ and Marriage Season 2_ Episode 2Welcome, everyone, to the second season of Dr. Velma TALKS, dating, relationships, and marriage. For Season 2, we are doing a deep dive into 8 characters from the CATCH series – 4 female characters in books one and two, and 4 male characters from Book 3. Let's find out why they continue to make the wrong choice in a mate by using the SWOT analysis that Pastor Greyson shares.Today, we examine the woman and women like her who date the Salmon - men who hate commitment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2025-07-1912 minLeaders PathwayEscape Burnout: The First Step to Reclaiming Your LifeWelcome back to Leaders Pathway with Velma, where ambitious leaders learn to grow.
In the first episode of our series, "The Integrated Leader: Seven Shifts to Help You Escape Burnout and Reclaim Your Life," Velma discusses the myth of work-life balance and introduces the concept of work-life integration.
Learn how Harold, a driven VP, faced a wake-up call when his health started to falter, leading him to reprioritize his life by focusing on what truly matters.
Explore Harold's three strategies to align his personal and professional life: reclaiming time, reconnecting with values, and...
2025-07-1712 min
Dr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma Talks Season 2_ Episode 1Are you ready? Season 2 of Dr. Velma TALKS explores eight characters from the CATCH Series to analyze why they continue to choose the wrong person to date - 4 female characters and four male characters. Get your CATCH books ready, as we perform a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) on each of them. Today we explore why the female character in the book dates men like the Catfish character or bottom feeders.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2025-07-1214 minLeaders Pathway👣Unlocking the Power of Genuine Connections-Step 4Ready to transform how you lead and connect?
In this episode of Leaders Pathway, Velma reveals the often-overlooked secret to great leadership: genuine human connection. If you’re tired of polished presentations falling flat or feeling disconnected from your team, this episode is for you.
You’ll hear the powerful story of Robert — a brilliant, strategic leader who struggled with public speaking until he discovered that caring about people as people is what truly builds trust. Velma unpacks the neuroscience behind connection, the role of oxytocin in team dynamics, and how psychological safety fuels collaboration.
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2025-07-0106 minLeaders PathwayWhen Steel Wins and Silence Heals: A Leader's Unexpected JourneyIf you’ve ever felt burned out, overwhelmed, or like you’re carrying too much on your own—this episode is for you.
In this powerful episode of Leaders Pathway, Velma shares a deeply personal story about a sudden interruption that changed everything—a concussion caused by a head-on collision with steel.
What followed was more than just physical stillness. It became a sacred pause that revealed four profound lessons every leader needs to hear.
Through the pain and forced rest, Velma discovered how to relinquish control, lean into prayer, shift her focus to what...
2025-06-2507 min
Sensory SagesMealtime SOS -Feeding Problems in infants, preschool and beyondEpisode 1 in a Feeding Series.Daphne and Velma address common feeding issues and how to identify them--oral motor, sensory processing with textures and how to problem solve the difference--whether parent or professionals. Episode Links ARK Therapeutics (oral motor devices and videos) https://shorturl.at/xACC9Jessica Seinfeld Cookbook for Picky Eaterhttps://shorturl.at/nyN7f**A fun bonus. Listen as Daphne grosses out Velma with her feeding suggestions. Support the show...
2025-06-1545 minLeaders Pathway👣Unlocking Workplace Connections: The Power of Genuine ComplimentsStruggling to lead a team member who shuts down, pushes back, or seems impossible to reach? You’re not alone—and this episode delivers the breakthrough you’ve been craving.
In this high-impact episode of Leaders Pathway, Velma Knowles doesn’t hand out fluff—she delivers a laser-focused painkiller for one of leadership’s most emotionally draining challenges: disconnection.
💥 Discover the second secret in Velma’s five-part blueprint to build stronger connections at work: the power of a specific, well-placed compliment.
Forget generic “good jobs.” This episode reveals how a single, ho...
2025-05-2707 minSensory SagesKids that go Bump in the Night-Proprioception, Sleep Have a child that crashes? That won't sleep--Let's talk!Daphne and Velma discuss proprioception and sleep-related themes, including strategies for managing children's behavior and sensory needs. They explore various activities and tools to help children develop body awareness and improve sleep quality, while also sharing personal experiences and plans.In this episode, we address proprioception and sleep-related themes, including strategies for managing children's behavior and sensory needs.Proprioception Signs in ChildrenThe girls discuss proprioception, focusing on common signs and activities observed in children. We highlight examples such a...
2025-05-2031 minSensory SagesTHE NEED FOR SPEED ~Daphne and Velma talk Vestibular System and ways to calm the movement dragonSensory Development in Children DiscussionDaphne and Velma discussed the importance of sensory development in children, particularly in relation to vestibular (balance) and proprioceptive (body awareness) skills. They shared experiences of teaching children to perform somersaults and the benefits of using tools like wobble discs to enhance these skills. They also emphasized the value of play-based learning and the impact of sensory issues on a child's ability to sit, listen, and learn. They suggested exploring affordable options like yard sales and Facebook marketplace for sensory toys and encouraged parents to engage their children in activities like...
2025-05-1224 minLeaders Pathway❓The Question No One's Asking You - But ShouldWhat You’re Not Saying Might Be the Key to Your Next Breakthrough.
In this short, personal episode, I’m asking just one honest question:
👉 What’s the biggest struggle you’re facing right now?
No fluff. No filters. Just a real check-in to help me understand how I can support you with future content, tools, and encouragement.
💌 Email me directly at velma@leaderspathway.com and share what’s been holding you back—big or small.
Your story is safe with me. And your voice? It matters more than you know.
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2025-05-0604 minLeaders Pathway🔐Break Free from Self-Doubt: Discover Your Inner LeaderIn this episode of Leaders Pathway, host Velma Knowles explores the barriers we often place on ourselves, preventing us from seizing new career opportunities.
Velma shares her personal story from 2013, where a downsizing event challenged her identity and forced her to redefine her value beyond job titles.
She emphasizes that true leadership is about influence and self-worth, not merely holding positions or receiving applause.
Velma introduces her new course, "Discover the Valuable Leader in You," designed to empower individuals to apply practical steps in real-life leadership moments.
Enroll in the course...
2025-04-2908 minLeaders Pathway🔓Unlocking Your Inner Leader: Overcome Feeling StuckWelcome to the Leaders Pathway podcast with your host, Velma Knowles. In this episode, experienced leader Velma shares her personal journey of feeling stuck in her career and underappreciated at work. She reveals the transformative steps she took to overcome these challenges and offers practical advice to help you do the same.
Explore three key actions from Velma's signature seven-step system designed to expand your influence, deepen your impact, and ensure you are valued for all your worth. From listening inward to owning your voice and shifting focus from tasks to transformation, these strategies are essential for...
2025-04-2207 minLeaders Pathway🌱Stage #5 - Rise as a Leader by Empowering OthersJoin host Velma Knowles in "Leaders Pathway," where she explores the transformative power of self-empowerment in leadership. Discover why great leaders focus on developing others, not just climbing the corporate ladder. Dive into Velma's insightful story about Marcus, a leader who coaches rather than controls, tapping into the hidden potential of his team.
Learn practical strategies to empower those around you by coaching, spotting strengths, and letting others lead. Enhance your leadership influence and create a legacy through the growth and success of others. Velma also introduces her new online course, "Develop The Valuable Leader In You,"...
2025-04-1509 minLeaders Pathway❤️Quality Time – The Gift of Attention in LeadershipWant access to more on employee engagement, appreciation and retention?
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2025-02-1008 minLeaders Pathway❤️Words of Affirmation -The Power of PraiseWant access to more on employee engagement, appreciation and retention?
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2025-02-0307 minLeaders Pathway❤️Lead with Heart: The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the WorkplaceWant access to more on employee engagement, appreciation and retention?
❤️Book your Lead with Heart Keynote or Workshop: LeadersPathway.com
Get the book: 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, by Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Paul White.
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Subscribe to the podcast show in Apple Podcasts or on Spotify, and give us a rating and review.
Connect with Velma at: LeadersPathway.com
2025-01-2807 min
Finding Your Voice PodcastFinding Your Voice Podcast With Guest Valerie J_ Lewis ColemanWelcome to the Finding Your Voice Podcast. I am your Host, Dr. Velma Bagby, and I enjoy sharing my experiences where God helped me overcome difficulties on my journey to fulfilling my assignment. Now, you get to hear from guests who are authors, publishers, entrepreneurs, faith-based leaders, and business owners who share their stories of resilience with tips to help you on your journey.Today's guest is Valerie J. Lewis Coleman, who has over fifteen years of experience in publishing. Valerie's assignment is to help professional speakers and experts magnify and monetize their message by publishing quality...
2024-12-3031 minFinding Your Voice PodcastFinding Your Voice Podcast With Guest Chris CollierWelcome to the Finding Your Voice Podcast. I am your Host, Dr. Velma Bagby, and I enjoy sharing my experiences where God helped me overcome difficulties on my journey to fulfilling my assignment. Now, you get to hear from guests who are authors, publishers, entrepreneurs, faith-based leaders, and business owners who share their stories of resilience with tips to help you on your journey. Today's guest is Chris Collier, a digital marketing expert and entrepreneur who specializes in YouTube and Personal Branding. He hosts the podcast Conquer With Chris and helps individuals and businesses grow their influence and reac...
2024-12-3020 minLeaders PathwayWhat To Do When You Feel StuckIn this episode of Leaders Pathway, hosted by Velma Knowles, you will focus on what to do when you feel stuck.
Are you feeling stuck in your career?
Are you wondering why, despite your success, you still feel unfulfilled?
Get 3 practical steps you can take right now to help you get unstuck in your career, and life so you can create a life that feels as successful on the inside as it does on the outside?
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2024-10-2907 minLeaders PathwayHow to Stop Holding Yourself BackIn this episode of Leaders Pathway, hosted by Velma Knowles, you will focus on pushing through what's holding you back from your dreams.
Do you know what's the one BIG obstacle holding you back from living the life you deserve?
Get 3 practical steps you can take right now to stop holding yourself back and step into your greatness.
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Are you stuck in your career or struggl...
2024-10-2411 minLeaders PathwayHow Do You Energize Your Team
In this episode of Leaders Pathway, hosted by Velma Knowles, you will get tips to energize your team.
Do you know what to do when you need to inspire your team for greater productivity and action?
Get 3 practical steps to energize your team for success.
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2024-10-2310 minLeaders PathwayHow to Encourage YourselfIn this episode of Leaders Pathway, hosted by Velma Knowles, you will focus on how to encourage the leader in you.
Get 3 practical steps you can take right now to become an encouraging leader and, in the process, encourage yourself.
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2024-10-2307 minLeaders PathwayWhat Can Storms Teach YouLeadersPathway.com
In this episode of Leaders Pathway, hosted by Velma Knowles, you will focus on what can storms teach you.
Get 3 practical steps you can take right now to weather the storms in your life and leadership.
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2024-10-2306 minLeaders PathwayHow Can You Transform Into An Inspiring LeaderIn this episode of Leaders Pathway, hosted by Velma Knowles, you will focus on how to transform the leader in you.
Get 3 practical steps you can take right now to transform from an aspiring leader to an inspiring one.
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2024-10-2313 minLeaders PathwayWelcome to the Leaders Pathway PodcastLeadersPathway.com
Welcome to the first episode of the Leaders Pathway Podcast - the place where leaders just like you, go to grow.
In each episode, you can expect short, powerful stories and actionable insights that’ll equip you expand your influence, deepen your impact, and grow your income.
Thank you for listening to the Leaders Pathway Podcast with Velma Knowles.
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Are you stuck in...
2024-10-2203 min
Dr. Velma TALKSDR VELMA FINDING YOUR VOICE PODCASTDr. Velma Bagby, is a bestselling, award-winning Christian author, dating/relationship coach, speaker & ordained minister.She is excited to announce her new podcast coming in January 2025, “Finding Your Voice”.It’s a powerful path designed for authors, entrepreneurs, and business owners who have found their true inspiration and motivation!Each episode is a 20-minute exploration filled with authentic, informative conversations designed to help others on the same path. She will engage with special guests who share their stories, struggles, and triumphs, guiding audience to uncover their own voice in a wo...
2024-10-1000 min
Dr. Velma TALKSMan Swag SetMan Swag set - tshirt and cup both with a crown and scripture. Available at drvelmabagby.com and while supplies last.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-10-0701 minDr. Velma TALKSWOW Swag Set _Woman of Worth_WOW Swage Set available for a short time only. Go to https://drvelmabagby.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-10-0602 minDr. Velma TALKSThe CATCH Series 4-Book BundleCATCH Series 4-Book Bundle. Get your set while supplies last.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-10-0503 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKSDr. Velma goes live for her final show of Season One. She closes this episode with a dare!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-09-2829 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Episode 12 #godlydating #godlymarriage #believeinGod #faithDr. Velma celebrates her 12th podcast episode and reviews the past two-episode topics related to the importance of the waiting season or what she calls WAIT training God uses to prepare us. In addition, she highlights the previous episode where she discussed Adam in Gen. 2 and how many men experience having their eyes closed to the idea of a wife. She shared there were two times when Adam's eyes were closed: the first, when Adam focused on his purpose and didn't consider a woman or a need for a companion; the second when God closed them until it was time f...
2024-09-2118 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Episode 11 #datingstrategies #datewithintent #godlydatingDr. Velma reviews some of the topics discussed in previous episodes and highlights mistakes of the CATCH Series characters that continue today. She concludes by saying how, like Adam in Gen. 2, many men experience two times when their eyes are closed: the first, when Adam focused on his purpose and didn't consider a woman or a need for one; the second, when God closed them until it was time for Adam to meet her.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-09-1418 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Episode 10 #wait #training #godlydatingSome of us hate waiting. Waiting for our answer to prayer or waiting for a mate. But God uses our waiting season for good. Dr. Velma calls it WAIT Training and shares Isaiah 40:31 to help us see why. Discover more in this podcast episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-09-0719 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Episode 9 #wrongdate #datinghelp #marriagegoalsDr.Velma shares examples of dating the wrong people and why?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-08-3121 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS August 24_ 2024 #Mathinrelationships #godlydating #christiandatingMath in RelationshipsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-08-2416 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS August 17_ 2024 #relationshipadvice #godlydating #marriageDr. Velma continues her discussion on the importance of self-examination, and the Love is a Choice Workbook. Although many associate codependency with drugs and alcohol, Dr. Velma reminds listeners how codependency can show up in how we spend money, in pleasing others, in academics, perfectionism, athletics, sexual and romantic conquests, work, and food. Discover how codependency leads to unhealthy relationships and an unhealthy view of love. This workbook will help you do the work as Paul instructed when he said, "…lay aside every weight..." Hebrews 12:1. Please feel free to share your comments with Dr. Velma at adonipublishing@gmail.com
2024-08-1729 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS August 10_ 2024 #relatonshipadvice #datingadvice #marriageadviceDo you have an unhealthy view of love? Find out how Dr. Velma discovered her codependcy issue.In her discussion, Dr. Velma follows up her last episode by going into detail with the Love is a Choice Workbook, our reminder that Paul says in Hebrews 12:1 "to lay aside every weight.." Written by Chrisitians doctors, the workbook addresses codependency and how it shows up in unhealthy ways we love.Dr. Velma invites listeners to share their responses to her questions by emailing her at: adonipublishing@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...
2024-08-1023 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS August 3_ 2024What happens when you try to force a person to change and the person refuses. Should you continue to pursue this person? Is this the right thing to do?: Is this high school dating? Dating for marriage is the right strategy, not the high school dating method. Tune in to learn moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-08-1011 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Podcast July 27_ 2024Dr. Velma discusses one of her workshop topics entitled The BTL - Build the List, Believe the List and Become the List in the Husband to-be-Prayer LIst. She warns about focusing attention on conditions which will change in time, rather than on the characteristics/qualities of the person. She uses 1 Samuel 16:11 to show that God used the David's characteristics/his heart, to chose him as king.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-07-2718 minDr. Velma TALKSDr_ Velma TALKS Podcast July 20_ 2024Dr. Velma reads an excerpt from the CATCH Series Book One to address the importance of learning about foolish behavior. The series refers to foolish behavior as RED flags (retreat extremely dangerous). She references Book Four of the series, The Book of Fools and stresses the importance of understanding this behavior in dating, friendships and business.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dr-velma-talks--6223789/support.
2024-07-2017 min
Cntroversy28: Be Gay Do CrimeWe're back with a brand new episode! Pride is love. Pride is protest. Pride is presence. In this episode we're delving into a brief history of Australian LGBTQIA+ pride & queer political legislation from colonial invasion in 1788 through to the present day. From the early evidence of gay culture in the 1800s, to the monumental moments & people in the 1970s who paved the way to where we stand today. Please note: this episode contains references to homophobia, violence, sexual assault, death & police brutality against LGBTQIA+ persons. C*ntroversy The Podcast is produced, written & hosted by Velma Vo...
2024-07-1650 minDr. Velma TALKSDo You Believe? July 13, 2024In this episode, Dr. Velma talks about our walk as believers and how it does not work without faith. But she questions why many believe God can do anything in our lives, except help us discover our mate. Discover the importance of keeping God at the center of everything about your journey to a godly marriage. Dr. Velma shares three things to help you. For a copy of the handout, please email her at adonipublishing@gmail.com, subject: Our TrainWebsite: https://drvelmabagby.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrV...
2024-07-1315 minDr. Velma TALKSWelcome to Dr. Velma TALKS July 6, 2024Dr. Velma provides her welcome and introduction to what you can expect during her TALKS. She highlights her "why" when she began this journey to help single women become the right mate to discover the right mate. She refers to her 4-book CATCH Series about dating the wrong people and how the scriptures guide us in choosing wisely. She blames these mistakes on what she calls a "high school dating method" versus using a "date for marriage" strategy. She introduces topics such as ignoring RED flags and making excuses for poor behavior, women embracing their worth and value, as...
2024-07-0614 minCntroversy27: Rorschach Test In Pink - AngelyneOn today's episode we are taking it back to the 1980's and delving into the life and legend of one of Los Angeles' most iconic figures - Angelyne. A precursor to the famous for being famous socialites such as Paris Hilton & Kim Kardashian, Angelyne was doing it decades before anyone else. Key Sources: Angelyne: Attack of the 50ft Sex Kitten. BAM. 1984.The Billboard Queen. Los Angeles Times. Sarah Medof. 1995.The Queen of L.A's Billboards. The Telegraph. Anthony Haden-Guest. 2000L.A. Billboard Diva Angelyne Bemoans Kardashian, Hilton and “Boring, Gauche” Celeb Culture. The Hollywo...
2024-04-2351 minCntroversy26: F**k, Marry, Kill - With Julesy VouloirAmongst an ongoing tech conundrum, we managed to pull together a portable microphone and laptop to bring you this weeks episode. Coming to you straight from the Easter long weekend, Velma is joined by her baby sis Jules for a wine fuelled Q & A sesh. You submitted your questions, & we do our best to answer them! We dive into topics ranging from access to ethical pornography to supporting local artists, as well as a whole lot of would you rather's & fuck, marry, kill scenarios. Grab your chocolate stash, pour a glass of wine (or in our case... 4) & e...
2024-04-0149 minCntroversy25: Life Is A Cabaret - With James WelsbyHold on to your bowler hats kiddos - Mommy & Daddy are about to take you to the school of cabaret (or is it cabarYAY). This week Velma is joined by legendary Australian cabaret artist, dancer, performer, choreographer, producer & creative director James Welsby (as well as legendary drag artist Valerie Hex) for a discussion on the history of cabaret. We look at the origins of cabaret, as well as some of the key figures, productions & venues specific to Australian cabaret (as well as pondering our own formative inspirations, experiences & the future of the industry). Please note - Wine was...
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