EVERYTHING ABOUT NOTHING

Danay is an amazing young social entrepreneur who is changing the world through a network of peers, one book at a time. Danay founded Reading Heart, a community based 501(c)(3) book donation organization, at the age of eight. Danay is in fact, the youngest registered entrepreneur in Fresno County history. She is also “an avid book reader and advocate for education.” Danay started Reading Heart with the idea that “she wanted to share her passion for reading and the joy of escaping in a good book with other children.”

Tamika Moultrie, professionally known as REDinFamy, GEEK GAME TYTE's founder, veteran journalist, producer, and host, from Hollis Queens, NYC. We sit down with her to discuss the importance of diversity in the gaming industry.

Tamika Moultrie, professionally known as REDinFamy, GEEK GAME TYTE's founder, veteran journalist, producer, and host, from Hollis Queens, NYC. REDinFamy's multifaceted content ranges from breaking stories and coverage within the pop culture, street fashion, video game, and esports sectors. She currently produces and hosts two web series, Hidden Code (to help amplify Black, Hispanic, and Native Developers/Innovators in Gaming) and Uncovering Black Women in Esports (in efforts to shed light on various Black and Brown Women in Esports that are not recognized). In addition, one of the hosts of AfroPunk's Cultur3 Cod3. She enjoys streaming the latest video game, bingeing anime, collecting sneakers, and debating sports. Links Geekgametyte.com Youtube.com/redinfamy Twitch.tv/redinfamy Twitter.com/redinfamy Instagram.com/redinfamy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm excited to have this guest on the show. We are diving into a series involving the video game industry and who better to lead off this season is Tanya DePass. Tanya DePass is the founder and Director of I Need Diverse Games, a not-for-profit organization based in Chicago, which is dedicated to better diversification of all aspects of gaming. I Need Diverse Games serves the community by supporting marginalized developers. Tanya is a lifelong Chicagoan who loves everything about gaming, #INeedDiverseGames spawn point, and wants to make the industry better and more inclusive for everyone. She's a partnered Twitch variety broadcaster; and often speaks on issues of diversity, feminism, race, intersectionality & other topics online, at conventions, and as a public speaker. She's named as one of The Game Awards Future Class 2020, a diverse group of builders, thinkers, and dreamers whose voices elevate and diversify our art form. It recognizes individuals around the world who represent the bright, bold, and inclusive future for video games. She was also named as one of Gamers of the Year 2020 by Kotaku along with three of her contemporaries. She was also invited to the Xbox MVP program in February 2021. Her work to make the industry more inclusive has been highlighted in Game Changer, Directed by Tina Charles, WNBA star & olympian as well as filmmaker. The short documentary premiered at Tribeca 2021, as part of the Queen Collective; an initiative started by Queen Latifah, supported by Proctor & Gamble in an effort to get more Black women into filmmaking. Game Changer was also featured as part of BETHer's 2021 Juneteenth Programming on 19 June 2021. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We sit down with Forrest and discuss everything car related from EVs, sports cars, and luxury vehicles. We find out how he got started in auto review and why following your passion will open doors for you!! Tune in to listen to the whole episode --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we talk about what it means to truly LIKE a lot of what you do. In the pursuit of any dream or ambition there gonna be not so glamourous days where you won't always enjoy the process. Love is too strong of a word that is thrown around but if you truly like a lot of what you do then you will enjoy the journey which makes the end all the sweeter.

In this episode, we talk about how sometimes a dead end isn't a sign to retreat but more of an opportunity to look for different ways or strategies to get to your destination. We discuss how being flexible with your plan of attack will aid you in achieving your dreams and goals. There is an old saying that goes "wherever there is a will there is a way".

In this episode, we talk about moving with intentionality and why that matters. There's an old saying that states "how you do something is more important than what you do". In this day and age where being busy is a badge of honor, I'm here to tell you that moving with purpose will get you farther than anything else.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to be Fearless. That word has been misconstrued over the years and we break it down today. There are going to be days in your life where you have to stand up in the face of adversity even though you might be scared or nervous. Tune into this episode as we dive into what it means to live life Fearlessly and unequivocably yourself.

In this episode, we discuss the topic of being comfortable with the uncomfortable. Instead of running away from the pain, we should take some time to sit in the discomfort and see what it is trying to teach us. This is a spicy episode that you don't want to miss.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to have dreams and goals. But when adversity and resistance it is crucial that you have a place where you write these goals and ambitions down so you have VISION and remember why you started.

I am honored to have Angelina Gripp join the podcast and we have another phenomenal conversation about addiction. In this episode we cover : - What is an addiction and what are some triggers that cause people to develop an addiction. - How drugs are influential in developing an addiction. - How to be an ally and help someone who is struggling with an addiction. There's so much more that is discussed that you'll just have to tune in to hear more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We sit down and have a phenomenal conversation with Sports Psychologist Jarrod Spencer. We discuss; - The mental side of sports and life - How to defeat the stigma behind athletes and mental plus which athletes have made the stand on Mental Health prioritization. - How to support someone battling mental health with V.E.E.S - Why sleep is important in maintaining a healthy mind and body. Tune into the whole episode to hear more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month I have a great guest Jim Soda on to discuss - What does being an advocate for Mental Health. - How to support someone who is struggling with their Mental Health and substance abuse. - How your Mental Health can affect your performance in your sport. - We both talk and discuss our struggles with our Mental Health and addictions. Tune in to the whole episode to hear more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We sit down with Writer/Producer Calvin Brown Jr. and talk about his journey to becoming a writer on many prominent Black TV shows such as Moesha and Living Single, most notably the new Proud Family: Louder and Prouder on Disney Plus. He gives us insight into the mind of a writer and how he develops and writes scripts for many different actors and shows. He also speaks on tips for many up-and-coming writers trying to get their foot in the door. Tune in to the whole episode to hear more. Please leave a comment and subscribe to the podcast!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As athletes, we are taught to be tough, resilient, and always put on a game face in our sport as well as in life. Especially in the day and age where everyone on social media portrays this perfect lifestyle, it's hard to allow yourself to be vulnerable. I sit down with Jestena Mattson who is a professional Track and Field Heptathlete and we have an authentic and raw conversation about being on top of the world at one point and then watching it all come down during the Covid 19 pandemic. We give tips and strategies that helped us regain our power in the battle versus mental health. It's a great episode with so much value, tune in to listen to the whole thing!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A new series that I am starting where on random days I am dropping gems to help get you through this crazy thing called LIFE. We all need a pick-me-up some days and I hope yall can take some things from this episode to help get you through anything you are struggling with. Let's make this a great year!!

We got a great episode for yall today. We sit down and chat with "BK" of Faze Clan. He is the Director of Brand and Creative Strategy for Faze Clan. In this episode, he gives us an insight into what a day in his life at Faze looks like, his early life, and how it helped him get to where he is now, video games, and how they have been affected by culture. We also talk about Faze and cool community efforts to empower diverse gamers and collaborations with different brands!! Tune in to the whole episode to hear more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We sit down with Leo V Johnson who owns LJ Performance which is the best performance training facility in Houston. Leo trains a variety of clients ranging from celebrities, musicians, NFL, NBA, NCAA, NHL, MLB athletes, and everyday people wanting to better their physical health. We get to learn about him more and his experiences from being a former pro athlete to transitioning to performance training. In this episode, we discuss what helped him realize he wanted to be a trainer, people who have influenced him along the way, his philanthropy efforts and much more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We get an opportunity to speak with Dr. Sarah Glenn who is a black dentist in Houston, Texas. She is a former Division 1 soccer player and credits that to a lot of her success managing the heavy stress load of dental school. In this episode, we talk about her transition from Canada to the US, at-home dental tips, mentors who helped her along her journey, and much more! Tune in to hear the episode --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Starting off our new series Black Faces in Dope Places we sit down with Chef Tray who is a celebrity chef out of Los Angeles. We get to hear her story of her journey and how she got to where she is. We also got to talk about topics such as being mentioned on Forbes, Snoop Dogg, Target, and what being a celebrity chef entails. Listen to the whole episode to hear more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Todays guest is a former collegiate athlete whos just like most of us whos have tried online dating. Its a hit or miss situation. There's a dating app for literally every niche market but not one for just athletes. Being an athlete regardless of college or Pros requires a lot of sacrifice and determination. So one day she decided to create a dating app that allowed former or current athletes to "Play/Bench" each other. The app has grown over the years and has made its way to the Olympic Village where the worlds best athletes lounge. Tune in to hear the whole interview with CEO of Playoff dating app Amanda McGrew  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Whitney Holtzman joins the Podcast today. You can call her a winner because all her sports teams have been thriving when she attends games. She was the one who recorded the video of the infamous Tom Brady Lombardi throw. She worked and has been part of major initiatives at ESPN, MLB, Vaynermedia, and being the CEO of her own Marketing agency "Social Victories". We sat down and talked about how she got to where she is, the mentors that influenced her and obstacles that she overcame to write her own bestselling book called "You Are The First You".  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We have Grant Patterson on the Pod today to talk about Cannabis. Grant creates Cannabis content and gives us an insight into different subjects such as how THC is different than CBD. He has a whole YouTube channel on how he discusses different strains of weed or they affect the body. Tune in if your interested in hearing more!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chinyere Joins our show today to talk about life as a dental student and even offers tips to be able to keep good oral hygiene and many more. Towards the end of the episode, we discuss how to keep a good work/life balance in any field.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

From Rapper/Artist to Gym Shark, we got Reshaud on the show telling us his journey and transition in life. We talk music , working out and he also gives tips to newbies trying to get into the gym life.

We have another guest with us today. Abigail Nabors joins the podcast to talk everything literature, she's an adamant reader and will give her insight on books --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I invited a good friend and fellow foodie Amanda Salmon( no pun intended) on the podcast to discuss our favorite meals and how culture and media have changed our view on food! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Just a general insight into my thoughts about life after college. From the pressure to anxiety and how the pandemic helped some defeat the rat race and find new means of income --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode is just giving y'all background on who I am and my journey leading up to 2020. I wanted to start with a slight intro before diving deep into NOTHING!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app