Brand Stories The Podcast

In this week's episode I discuss matchmaking for the Beautiful, Brilliant, and Bold Black Woman with matchmaker and relationship coach Julie O Wadley. Julie is the founder of Eli Simone, the premier matchmaking and coaching boutique for women of color. Julie shares how she uses her unique style to match black women with individuals who are compatible to their lifestyle and values so they can focus on building an immediate connection.

In this week's episode I discuss women's hormonal health and wellness with Dr. Kristin Black. Dr. Black is s a top-rated board-certified physician and trusted practitioner ininnovative wellness solutions. She is the owner and operator of New Day Wellness in Charlotte, NC and New Day Family Practice in Lancaster, SC. Her special interests in women's health, bioidentical hormone replacement, weight loss, nutrition and dietary counseling, and alternative medicine has made her one of the hottest "go to doctors" in women's health.

In this week's episode, I discuss leadership principles, what it means to be an Admired Executive, and the power of hip hop music and culture with former senior advisor to President Barack Obama and the world's leading authority on Socially Conscious leadership, Anton Gunn.

In today's episode, former NFL player, actor/model, Ray Austin shares how he co-founded the Fan Controlled Football League and his transition as an NFL player to becoming a sought after actor/model, starring in Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, and Empire among others.

In today's episode, Dr. Lisa Folden, a licensed physical therapist and mom-focused lifestyle coach shares with us how she help busy moms find their ‘healthy' lifestyle by guiding their food, exercise and wellness choices through optimal organization, planning strategies and wholistic goal setting. Dr. Folden is also the owner of Healthy Phit Physical Therapy & Wellness Consultants in Charlotte, NC, where she works with clients recovering from orthopedic and neurological injuries.

In today's episode, Dr. Jason T. Hayes shares a closer look at the COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among Black America and minorities and what can be done to increase trust. He also discusses his personal experience with the vaccine and his plans for his political future. With these experiences, Dr. Hayes learned how compassionate healthcare can translate into public service and how both are vehicles for community representation.

In today's episode, Shamyra Parker shares why it is important for Black women to practice self-care and the challenges that prevent them from doing so. Shamyra is the Founder and Chief Well-Being Officer (CWO) of Born Boundless International. She gives Black women, in leadership positions, a MENTAL MAKEOVER by showing them how to make self-care non-negotiable so they are emotionally whole and no longer suffering in silence, which leads to fatigue and burnout.

In today's episode, Tory Dandy shares how he became the first African American Managing Partner/Co-Head of CAA Football. Representing more than 3 dozen NFL clients with a combined contract value of $600M, Tory will oversee the world's largest football player agency which currently totals $4.3 billion in player contracts. From small-town roots to big city dreams, Tory shares his work ethic and faith guided him to success.

Today we have life coach and fitness professional Sheila Woodward on the show. She discusses how Total Life Changes products has helped her clients with proper food intake and exercise shed stubborn body fat and boost their metabolism in just a few short days. For over 20 years Sheila have been transforming our military men & women into healthier versions of themselves. As a Lifestyle & Weight Management Specialist, her goal has always been to help everyone lose weight, build muscle, or simply get into better shape. She believes that taking care of your body inside and out is the most important thing you can do for yourself.

On the show today, we have Carolina Marrelli, a certified Holistic Health Coach, Plant-Based Medicine and Essential Oil Instructor and President of EquiBalance Health. Carolina shares her story of how she came face to face with a deadly health crisis that took 2.5 years to fully recover from. As a result, she became passionate about her health and fascinated with learning how to heal the body naturally. Her signature coaching program has helped countless women to completely turn the tide on not only the state of their health, but their overall quality of life.

Today we have professional certified Enneagram and career coach, Milton Stewart, on the show. Milton shares how he uses the enneagram to help individuals grow personally and professionally. The host of one of the top-ranked Enneagram podcasts called Do It For The Gram: An Enneagram Podcast, Milton discusses how this powerful tool can transform your life and connect to your true authentic self.

Today we have the co-founder of the Black and Missing Foundation and CEO of RLD Limited Group, Derrica Wilson on the show.Derrica shares with us how discovered her purpose at an early age, her experience being a Black woman in law enforcement, and how she used that experience to form the non- profit organization Black and Missing, an organization that helps raise awareness for missing persons of color.

Today we have co-founder of Brothers Restoring Urban Hope, Victor Durrah on the show discussing how he used his experience growing up in Cowpens, SC to give back through the nonprofit organization BRUH. He also discusses the challenges of starting and running a non-profit and how he has found his way to become a major impact in his communtiy.

Today we have DJ Puff on the show discussing how he got started in the entertainment business as one of the hottest DJs! He talks about what sets him apart from other DJ's, how he reads a room, and his thoughts on the Verzuz battles. DJ Puff continues to be used as the main club/party headliner, the attendance driven force for major club scenes. Having worked with artists such as Nicki Minaj, Gucci Mane, Eric Benet, Rick Ross just to name a few, his passion for music goes beyond measure.

Today we have, Master Personal Trainer and Mom-Prenuer, Nicole Chaplin on the show. Nicole discusses her journey of becoming The Fitness Rockstar™, being ranked 2nd on Shape Magazine's Top 50 Hottest Trainers in America, and her Essence Festival crowd moving “Center Stage” performance in New Orleans that left everyone speechless!She also shares her challenges of snapping back into shape after having her son via c-section and ways we can stay motivated to work out during the pandemic. Nicole Chaplin, the Jamaican magnetic energizer bunny takes health and wellness to the next level with her patented focus on the body, mind, and soul!

Today we have former professional athlete, trailblazer, and celebrity tailor William Wilson on the show. William discusses his journey as the first full time pit crew member in the history of NASCAR and his custom clothing firm, William Wilson Clothing. William shares the keys to having a successful entrepreneurial mindset and how he has used his platform as an active philanthropist and advocate against domestic violence.

Today we have author LaKeija Jackson on the show to discuss her new book, Doing Time Being Single Was My Crime, a collection of common experiences many singles face on the journey to their happily ever after. LaKeija shares how she navigates being a Christian single in a world that sometimes treats you as if something is wrong with you if you are indeed single.Her book is a love letter to single's around the globe, a symbol of solidarity and encouragement to stay true to self while trusting God to grant you the desires of your heart.

Today we have the remarkable brand photographer Denise Benson on the show! She's here to talk about why brand photography is essential to building a strong personal brand and why it is more important than ever in helping brands to tell their story and connect with their audience. If you are considering hiring a brand photographer, check out this episode to learn how to look your best in your photos and how to pick the right photographer for you!

Today we have mental health therapist, Damion Harmon on the show! He's here to talk about Black men and mental health. Damion is dropping gems this entire episode! He dispels the myths and discusses the stigmas associated with Black men receiving mental health care. If you're seeking to understand the importance and challenges that Black men face with mental health care, this episode is for you.

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