Behind The Spotlight Podcast

The Overcoming Series to Behind the Spotlight is here! On this 5-part series, We're taking a look into intimate journeys of individuals who have overcome the challenges and traumatic experiences that impacted their life. On this series of Overcoming, these individuals will expand on the narratives on what they say- saved or redirected them to become who they are today. We will be discovering how it's possible to overcome what has happened to you, and how over time…it was really meant FOR you. I'm inviting you to come on this journey with us as we take a look into their past, present and future. A new episode will be released every Wednesday! Tune in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on the"Authentic You" featuring Michael Odupitan. Michael Odupitan, founder and CEO of Omni Circle, is on a mission to unite and strengthen communities by providing personal and professional development opportunities in Topeka. Odupitan grew up in West Palm Beach, Florida, and moved to Topeka to attend Washburn University in 2002, a decision that influenced the trajectory of his life. Although Odupitan left Topeka in 2015, he returned in 2019 to implement his vision for Omni Circle, a concept he'd been mulling for several years. Omni Circle is non-profit organization based out of Topeka, KS. Odupitan says Omni Circle's goal is to a create space to Connect, Collaborate and Create together. Odupitan defines the components as a holistic approach to work-life balance by improving ones health, social interaction, workforce development, life planning, relationship building and stewardship. The recent works and community efforts of Omni Circle has received continuous recognition. Within the year of 2022, it's been featured in Forbes and the organization has received the following: City of Topeka's Community Excellence Award, Kauffman Foundation Grant, and the Living the Dream Community Action Award. Odupitan's mission is to help individuals become the better version of themselves through Omni Circle's initiatives. You can follow Michael on the following platforms: Facebook: Michael Odupitan IG: @omni_circle

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on "Becoming Whole" featuring Bria Sydner. Dr. Bria M. Sydner is a Clinical Pharmacy Practitioner in Primary Care at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Texas City Community Based Outpatient Clinic. She enjoys managing patients with diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and other disease states. She pursued her undergraduate studies at Texas Southern University and completed her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Xavier University of Louisiana. Dr. Sydner enjoys spending time with family, giving back to underserved communities, and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs! Her words to live by are: “Always keep God first, and have faith the size of a mustard seed.” You can follow Bria on the following platforms: Facebook: Bria Sydner IG: @bria_sydner

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on "Old Self vs. New Self" featuring Cherae Crump. Cherae Crump is the owner and founder of Valor Venue. A small event space located in Southeast Houston, where she enjoys decorating and creating memorable events for her clients. She is passionate about transformation, which is seen through her creative works as a decorator as well as a lover of DIY projects, which earned her the name, “The DIY Queen”. Cherae's most profound transformation however and the one that she is most proud of, is the transformation that has taken place within herself. She has fell in love with the journey of “becoming” and has developed a deep love and passion for healing, growing, and evolving, which ultimately has impacted every area of her life. Her mission is to now help others unlock that same power within themselves by guiding them into their own self healing journey. You can follow Cherae on the following platforms: Facebook: Cherae Crump IG: @rae_2authentic

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on "Becoming A Person Of Value" featuring Lexi Arielle. Lexi Arielle is a 25 year old content creator, model, writer, blogger, Tik Toker and YouTuber whom resides in Texas. She graduated from Texas Tech University in 2018 with a B.A. degree in Journalism. During her time there, she worked heavily in athletics focusing on all things sports media. College Basketball is her favorite season, rooting on her beloved Red Raiders! Lexi is a very multifaceted individual and has worked in various fields in regards to print, sports, and entertainment media. Some of her favorite moments have included working alongside celebrities for major events, interviewing entertainers and professional athletes, and having written pieces of worked published and distributed overseas. In her free time Lexi likes to write, travel, shop, watch movies, read books, cook/bake new recipes, and hang out with family and friends. She enjoys creating content for her personal brand, as well as capturing moments of those around her behind a lens or a pen in an effort to help tell various life stories. Overall, Lexi desires that with all that she creates that someone somewhere is uplifted, encouraged, and inspired through her testaments of life. You can follow Lexi on the following platforms: Facebook: Lexi Arielle IG: @iamlexiarielle TikTok: @iamlexiarielle

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on "Becoming Habitual" featuring LaMyiah Pearlinia. LaMyiah Pearlinia is from Saint Paul, Minnesota. After graduating high school, LaMyiah went south to attend Prairie View A&M University, being the first in her family to attend an HBCU. LaMyiah graduated from PVAMU in 2019. She now is the Host and Producer of a lifestyle show in Springfield, IL. The ultimate goal for her is to be authentic at all times, unapologetic, and walk in the Faith in The Lord. You can follow LaMyiah on the following platforms: Facebook: LaMyiah Pearlinia IG: @lamyiahptv We encourage you to read the book: Atomic Habits by James Clear

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on "Overcoming Your Own Thoughts" featuring Anthony Blanco. Anthony is a business and life coach. Anthony has been coaching professional services business for more than 20 years. He finds personal satisfaction in helping business owners, leaders, and team find their significance and freedom, and create an impact. His passion is engaging people in their vision for their life and business and helping them pursue that vision. Anthony helps business owners and leadership teams dream big and set achievable goals, while equipping them with tools to accomplish those goals. He is a lifelong learner who loves to teach. He is a triathlete, and was awarded Global Coach of the Year twice in the past four years out of 1000+ coaches in 76 countries. You can follow Anthony on the following platforms: Facebook: Anthony Blanco IG: @anthonyblanco_coach

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on identifying "Becoming Wise" featuring Chiamaka Duru. Chiamaka is a writer, an upcoming therapist, and known to be the queen of self-care. She finds her passion in helping people heal their spirits & souls through her work as a healer and writer, while simultaneously doing the work to heal herself. Chiamaka also makes it her mission to bring people together to heal in community through her ministry called Pillow Talk where real talk conversations are had on diverse topics such as mental health & self-love, that lead people to dig deeper and become whole within. Chiamaka finds a way to intertwine all of her passions and all aspects of who she is to walk in purpose as a healer, and her goal is to make impact in her own corner of the earth with the hopes to reach & touch the whole world. You can follow Chiamaka on the following platforms: IG: @by.chiamka Plus, listen to her latest single "My Everything," on Apple Music, Spotify, SoundCloud, TIDAL

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on identifying "Overcoming Fear" featuring Jordan Foster. Jordan Foster is a Morning Anchor/Reporter at ABC24 in Memphis, Tennessee. Jordan is reimaging and recreating what morning news looks like! Foster joined KENS San Antonio in February 2020 as a Reporter/Feature Reporter. He previously worked for TEGNA sister-station KMBT 12/KJAC Beaumont as a reporter. The Prairie View A & M University grad interned at abc13 KTRK Houston and KBTX 3 Bryan/College Station. Foster is the Vice President of the San Antonio Association of Black Journalists and is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated. You can follow Jordan on the following platforms: Facebook: Jordan Foster IG/Twitter: @Jordanflive

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on identifying "Strengths and Weaknesses" featuring Morgan Young. Morgan Young is an evening weekend anchor and 10 pm reporter at WFAA, the ABC affiliate in Dallas, Texas. She is passionate about storytelling, empowering women and tackling tough topics. Outside of work, she writes and produced faith and lifestyle content, is an avid reader and enjoys cooking. You can follow Morgan on the following platforms: Facebook/Twitter/IG: @morganyoungtv

On this episode series, Becoming, we are focusing on "Who are you becoming?" featuring Kayla Lyons. As a recipient of the National Broadcasting+Cable's Best Digital Multiplatform award and recognized by the Texas African American Museum as a Notable Woman of 2020, Kayla Lyons is a multi-faceted Media Personality and social media strategist. Kayla's goal is to walk out what it means to live an authentic "faith over fear" life and inspire others to do the same. Kayla's thirst for knowledge has led her to travel and live in other parts of the world to better connect with those a part of the global community on a personal and professional level. Kayla graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a B.B.A. in marketing and Full Sail University with an M.S. in Entertainment Business Management." You can follow Kayla on the following platforms: IG: @the_kaylalyons Youtube: Koffe With Kay Behind the Spotlight Podcast is a transparent space to empower you to become the better version of yourself. If you've found that this episode has served you, please share, subscribe, and leave a review. Thank you in advance!

Every Wednesday, tune in for a new episode! Behind The Spotlight Podcast is a life-changing, transparent, and inspiring platform where we engage in personal conversations to empower you toward becoming the better version of yourself. In these episodes, you will have the opportunity to grow by expanding your awareness to reach your purpose. Danielle's goal is to be intentional with all of her conversations so that you will learn how to take action that will lead to organic results. You will learn the deeper levels of Faith, Creativity, and Lifestyles that will empower you to become the better version of yourself.

Tashara Parker is a traffic anchor/reporter for WFAA in Dallas tx, but that’s just a glimpse of what she does. Tashara is known to be a community-focused storyteller who gives voices to the voices less. Tashara recently created a tv series called Rooted: tackling black hair and professionalism. She created "Rooted" after a social media post that went viral about how Tashara wore her hair on television. Though she received compliments, it also followed with criticism. Tashara turned the criticism around to be a voice for the black women and men who get criticize daily for their natural black hair in the workplace. Tashara opens up about how she’s able to get through the trials & tribulations in life while speaking for those who need you the most. Not everyone can handle the pressure, but she does it! Tashara also speaks on her journey on what it’s like to handle an assignment God has given you when you least expect it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Walking In Purpose is where many Christ believers want to be, but once they're position there, it's not always easy to stay aligned. But, for one man he manages to stay right on track! DeJuan Hoggard is an anchor and reporter for ABC 11 located in North Carolina. DeJuan has been in the TV business for about 19 years. He's relocated to North Carolina from America’s finest city also known as San Diego after he says God told him that he was destined for that specific location. DeJuan speaks on why he’s unashamed to express his faith daily on the platform he was given and he also opens up about some personal matters. DeJuan will also discuss how you can be walking in purpose and liking things of this world, but not being consumed of it. Meet DeJuan Hoggard! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Carrying God's Vision can be a challenge, but this individual makes it look easy! Ja'Leah Davis is the CEO of Eyeconic Television KVVV Digital 15.10 and the youngest person nationwide to own a television station. Ja'Leah is also an author of 'Wake up the Queen In You', a mentor, and more. Ja'Leah shares her journey on how she became an owner of a TV station, opens up about the events that happened when she stepped out of Faith and shares her personal testimony on what it's like carrying God's vision. Ja'Leah will also explain how she stays grounded in Christ while managing multiple roles, gives key values to loving yourself and how to manifest the things that may not be in hands reach. Meet Ja'Leah Davis! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Behind Her Eyes is a fearless woman of God who portrays her faith daily on a prominent platform seen by millions of people. Erica Simon is a weekend morning anchor and reporter at ABC 13 located in Houston tx. Not only is she a journalist, but she’s a mother, wife, and known to be a giver no matter where she may be destined. Erica shares what led her into the news industry after wanting to walk away from it. She opens up about many things women go through but may be afraid to speak on. Meet Erica Simon! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Behind The Spotlight Podcast is hosted by Danielle J. Martin.  Behind The Spotlight Podcast features journalists, entrepreneurs, and influencers about how they manage their walk in Christ while living in the spotlight. Danielle J. Martin discusses not only their spiritual walk, but she has real conversations about their personal challenges behind closed doors and managing mental health. On the Behind The Spotlight Podcast, you'll hear from journalists and entrepreneurs who come from around the world share their personal experiences. We're going to unpack the necessary conversations that need to be had. Are you ready to explore their journey's with me? Let's go! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app