Failing Forward w/ Montay â„¢

Royal Trevion is a 21-year old Graphic Designer & Editor who has had the pleasure of working amongst the likes of Queen Naija & The Royal Family, Deshae Frost, and more. He is currently based in ATL and is a frequent to LA where he serves as a swiss-army knife under singer, Queen Naija.

In this episode, we sit down with the King of Aesthetics, SKD to talk about all things creative and inspiring. Sam speaks on how he draws on his background as an Architect to inform so many aspects of his entrepreneurial pursuits day-to-day.

In this episode we sit down with Entrepreneur and Tastemaker, Yous Ndiaye of Somebody Gotta Do It, a Philadelphia based fashion brand. Yous recently celebrated his 9th year in business before hitting 30-years old. Hear him relay some of the wisdom he's gained along this meaningful journey.

In this episode we speak to CJ Wolfe, Photographer and owner of Immortal Vision Studio (Philadelphia based creative space for individuals looking to hone their skills). Hear how picking up a camera changed his life.

In this episode, Montay speaks to the host of Philly's own Make A Way podcast, Cheick Diawara about the link between your identity and the sport you play.

In this episode, Montay speaks with 3azy Kane about the importance of being a present father and if it's ever considered too late to be a good parent.

In this episode, Montay sits down with his fiance to talk about how they were able to commit to specific practices to improve their relationship.

In this episode, we catch up w/ Creator & Founder of Philadelphia's What I Wish I Knew Foundation, Manny 215.

In this episode, Montay provides tips for how to set boundaries w/ family members, friends, and romantic partners. In the end, he shares his thoughts on Invest Fest 2023 and some surprises that came out of the weekend. Enjoy!

In this episode, Montay explores the many dynamics of trauma and it's power to influence your triggers.

In this episode, things get real candid and more raw than ever before. Together, we discuss the importance of time and space, healthy communication, and accountability. You don't want to miss it!

In this episode, we sit down w/ Temple University alumnus and Atlanta native Jordan Saibu. We cover everything from what it's like to attend a "party school" to how he was able to transform his life to becoming a rising finance guru in his own rite.

This episode features Philly's self-proclaimed "Personal Finance Champion," Nisiar "Nas" Smith. Coming off of his 5th citation for "Philly Phinancial Literacy Week" Nas had a lot to share about all he's been up to lately.

In this episode, our host, Montay takes a deep dive on recent events in the media surrounding Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets and Chicago's own, Kanye West.

In this episode we sit down w/ Nicole Raglan a.k.a. Zaddy Rags of the Redefine Your Roots Podcast to discuss some of the challenges that come with being an Influencer and the importance of staying authentic as you grow.

In this episode, we discuss Millennial dating trends, friendships, and some of the chatter around modern Christianity.

In this episode, we discuss the power of trust and how integral it is to building and maintaining healthy relationships.

In this episode, we speak with JP about his start in the world of business and entrepreneurship, his latest work, "Breaking the System," which he wrote as a student at the University of Pennsylvania and his experience at the Disney Dreamers Academy in Orlando; where he was able to gain wisdom from notable figures such as Steve Harvey.

Host, Montay will be taking a short break to travel home to see family and celebrate a birthday. But we'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the pod and any suggestions for topics you'd like to hear about going into next season. Feel free to leave a review if you'd like and nonetheless, enjoy!

In this episode, multi-hyphenate professional and sacred woman Danielle a.k.a. @lets.talkfood explores holistic health remedies, veganism, spiritual practices, divine intervention, and the lessons she's gained from master teachers during her travels abroad.

Nigerian Filmmaker & Actor, Shalom C. Obiago sheds light on the power of mindset and how that has fueled his entry into the world of Hollywood. With special appearances in hit shows P Valley and FX's Atlanta, Shalom is primed for a career of abundance and immense success. His latest feature is a recurring role in BET's new series The Black Hamptons.

In this interview we talk about how 3azy Kane has been able to capitalize off of big moments and keep his cool while climbing the ladder of the music industry. 3azy just released his first solo project Negus on all DSPs.

In this episode, Camille and I take a deep dive into what it means to be Black and how to successfully build your brand as a Content Creator. Camille can be found @iamcamillesmith on all social media platforms. 

This episode discusses some pitfalls from one of the hardest hoods there is: Adulthood.

Atlanta-based Mortgage Banker, Ben Coulibaly details his family's journey from West Africa to the U.S. with aspirations of building wealth and securing their future through business and entrepreneurship.

In Ep. 5 of Failing Forward host, Montay celebrates his 6-month anniversary of being in Atlanta, shares tips on relocating out of state, and relays his thoughts on what things have been like thus far.

In this episode, Montay finishes out the final leg of his background story by exploring his commitments, relationships, and shortcomings along his way of getting where he is today. He even shared a few pieces of wisdom that he gained at a few stops on the journey. 

In Ep. 3 "Winners Learn from Failure," Montay continues his coming of age story from the previous episode where he chronicles his early childhood experience in Philadelphia. In this segment, Montay digs deeper into his psyche, as he explores his transition from a troubled middle schooler onto a self-proclaimed high school "hooper."

In this episode, Montay details how a dramatic shift in his childhood environment opened his eyes to the realities of his community, but also gave way to a really ugly trait that would soon become his personal crutch. 

In this introductory episode, I'll briefly share a little about who I am, the inspiration behind this project, and what listeners can expect in the near future. This podcast will eventually have a visual component, but for at-least the first few episodes, it'll primarily be an auditory experience. In the meantime, if you'd like to connect via social media, my personal page can be found @itayloso on both Instagram and Twitter. If you'd like to stay updated on all things related to the podcast, our handle is @failingforward.co on Instagram. Feel free to send a message offering your feedback or support. Thank you for being here and choosing to support my journey.