Between The Lines

When we focus so wholeheartedly on the sad stories, on trauma only, it limits the Black story and our culture. Black people, black lives are not a monolith — our stories shouldn't be either.

Geneva Greene, head of Sprouts, a DEI consulting firm joins me to talk about the story of success. What stories did you grow up hearing about success? Let's talk about how to redefine your success story. 

Before "The Great Resignation," there was widespread 'resignation' in the workplace. Let's take a deeper look at the story of work and the culture that caused so much stress, anxiety, and disconnect between people.

Let's go between the lines of motherhood. What do you do when the path to motherhood isn't so straightforward? Join me and my special guest, Sara R. Ward, author of Made for Hope. She has an amazing story of restoration and redemption. 

There are so many false narratives out there around how Christians should operate a business. Let's go between the misconceptions of earning while pursuing your purpose. 

In this bonus "pop-up" episode, I go between the lines of one of my favorite TV show quotes.

What is my purpose? This short question carries a lot of baggage. The story you tell yourself of how purpose should feel and work can actually become a burden. Let's unpack it with Pastor Chad E. Waller, author of Sons. We talk through practical ways you can pursue purpose every day. 

Denise Walker, author, teacher and minister, is here to share with us how to uncover our true identity. This heartfelt and practical conversation will help you see how you are purposed for great things.

In this episode, we explore the Power of Words with Shanita Rowsey, author, speaker and founder of the Power of You Movement. Tune in to get tangible tips on how to speak and write words that will change your life.

In this episode, I share one of my favorite lines from one of my favorite authors. You've probably heard it before: “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” This Maya Angelou line rings true because humans are natural storytellers. Let's talk about the importance of bearing those stories. 

In this episode, I go between the lines of a saying I HATE to hear people utter: I am not my ancestors. Listen to why I believe I AM my ancestors plus hear from one of my favorite people in the world, my mom.

This bonus mini-episode was sparked by Psalm 143:10: Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing. Let’s go between the lines of asking God to Teach Me vs. Tell Me Your Will.

People tend to separate mental health, physical wellness, and spirituality, but what if you brought all three together? Kasheena Griner, LCSW of Integrated Concepts & Consulting, LLC joins me for a hearty discussion about the myths and must-haves when it comes to taking care of your whole self. 

How are you? This is a genuine question that requires an honest answer. Inspired by a few lines from Faith Beats Fear, we’ll delve into how fear pushes us to live by appearance and pretend everything’s fine. Instead of faking it till you make it, let’s talk about how you can faith it till you make it by asking and answering a simple question honestly: how are you?

We are going between the lines of the stories we tell ourselves. This episode features Nicole Smith, a life and leadership coach at Smitn Coaching and Consulting. You will be inspired to write some new stories, and feel empowered and bold enough to start a new chapter in your life.

In this episode, we go between the lines of faith and vision. What happens when you can't SEE the promise, potential, or power you possess. I share how to navigate this, and one of the faith notes, "You Have to Believe It to See It" from Faith Beats Fear.

This is an excerpt from a Women's Conference on the promises of God. I'm very passionate about sharing how God has given us all the power, love, and sound mind to fulfill His divine purpose. This bonus episode includes a live reading of the short story "First Place" from my 31-Day devotional, "Faith Beats Fear." 

When a group friends spot a startling headline and dire statistics around marriage, it's a sobering experience. But they don't just stop at talking about it, they put together a wild (possibly crazy) plan to get married. In this episode, Jacqueline J. Holness (aka Jackie) takes us between the lines of her entertaining novel, "Destination Wedding."

"Why is this taking so long?" "It shouldn't take all of that." Have you ever thought this? Well, you need to listen to this bonus episode of "Between the Lines." The line we're talking about is a motivational mantra from my favorite football team.

This time of the year is one of joy, family, food and all the good stuff, but sometimes it's a tough couple of months for those who have experienced loss. I go "between the lines" of my short story, Happily Ever Christmas, and how the holidays offer us a happy escape from everyday life. 

A couple of lines in a new Netflix comedy special has me thinking...we don't have as much time as we think we have. If you're procrastinating and "planning for tomorrow," you're erroneously assuming you'll always have time.

Join Lakeshia Poole as she goes "between the lines" of the latest reads, news stories, TV, film and more.