I've Got Scars Baby!

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** On the show, Robert discusses his experience growing up in a volatile household and how holding in his anger caused disease in his body #IveGotScarsBaby #BlackMen #HealingTrauma ABOUT ROBERT: Founder of Young Men Becoming Men Services Offered: Family Engagement Workshop: Families have lost love, respect, honesty, and a good work ethic gives nuclear families the foundation for important social behaviors. Workshops is design to help families work through the disconnect through open communication and forgiveness. Millennial Trauma Workshop: Youth boys lack emotions due to their emotions begin taken away. It started from when we are little boys and we fall down. We are told we better not cry. A lot of emotionless young boys are dealing with masked emotions. Pain Trauma Purpose is the process we help youth destroy the cycles that hold them back within their minds. G.O.A.T Coaching University: Your purpose starts when you invest into it! Your traumatic experiences was not just for you. The pain you experience through your trauma is not in vain. It is for you to help others overcome and see their purpose. CONNECT WITH ROBERT: robertcooper@youngmenbecomingmen.org https://youngmenbecomingmen.org/ **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  You Can Get Your Copy Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/store

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** CONNECT WITH CLARISA: https://www.facebook.com/cee.hall.71 **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  You Can Get Your Copy Here: https://www.amazon.com/Ive-Got-Scars-Baby-Embrace/dp/B09DMRJG3X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=i%27ve+got+scars+baby&qid=1632077676&sr=8-2

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** To learn more about "7 SHARP" and LaCora click here: https://www.lacorastephens.com/7-sharp CONNECT WITH LACORA: https://www.instagram.com/lacorastephens/ **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  You Can Get Your Copy Here: https://www.amazon.com/Ive-Got-Scars-Baby-Embrace/dp/B09DMRJG3X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=i%27ve+got+scars+baby&qid=1632077676&sr=8-2

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** ABOUT KELLY JO: Kelly Jo began her career in entertainment behind the scenes as a Grip on mainstream and pornographic films.[3][4] It led her to getting onscreen acting roles in film and television.[3][4] In 1982, Minter portrayed Angela in an episode of the third season of Fame called "Break Dance". In 1984, she portrayed Carla in the television short The Pilot. In 1985, Minter made her film acting debut as the prostitute Lorrie in the drama film Mask.[5] She starred alongside Cher, Sam Elliott, and Eric Stoltz. The film earned positive reviews[6] and was a financial success.[7] The same year, she portrayed Kelly on an episode of the television series T.J. Hooker called "Street Bait" and Rachel Torres in the television film Badge of the Assassin. In 1986, Minter portrayed Toni in the television film Charley Hannah and Vicky in an episode of Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color called "The Deacon Street Deer". In 1987, Minter portrayed Kathy in an episode of Hill Street Blues called "It Ain't Over Till It's Over" and Denise Green in the comedy film Summer School. The same year, Minter portrayed Maria in Joel Schumacher's cult horror comedy film The Lost Boys. She subsequently portrayed Treena Lester in The Principal. The following year, she portrayed Charlotta in Steve De Jarnatt's apocalyptic thriller Miracle Mile and Charisse in two episodes of the television series A Different World. In 1989, Minter portrayed Yvonne Miller in Stephen Hopkins' fantasy horror film A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child. She starred alongside Lisa Wilcox as Alice Johnson and Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger. The same year, she portrayed Loret in the film Cat Chaser. The following year, Minter was cast as LaDonna in Reginald Hudlin's comedy film House Party. In 1991, she portrayed a recovering drug addict in New Jack City, Cheryl in Popcorn, Mulready in Doc Hollywood, and Ruby Williams in Wes Craven's The People Under the Stairs. The same year, she had guest appearances on a variety of television series such as Father Dowling Mysteries, WIOU, and Sibs. In 1992, Minter portrayed Sharonda in the television film Murder Without Motive: The Edmund Perry Story. The following year, she portrayed Joanna in the film Sunset Grill and Rhodesia in an episode of Martin. In 1994, she was cast in the television film Cosmic Slop. In 1996, she portrayed a hooker in The Rich Man's Wife, a crack mom in an episode of ER, and Rita in the television film A Face to Die For. The following year, she portrayed Chrissie Brooks in Dead Men Can't Dance. In 2001, Minter starred in the television film Stranger Inside and had a guest appearance in the televisions series Providence. The following year, she portrayed Vielle Montoya in an episode of Strong Medicine. In 2003, she portrayed Angie in the film Tapped Out. In 2008, she portrayed Karen in an episode of Zoey 101. In 2010, Minter appeared as herself in the documentary Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy. In 2012, she appeared as herself in the documentary After the Violence. CONNECT WITH KELLY JO: https://www.instagram.com/kellyjominter/ **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Linda McQueen discusses her experience as a flight attendant and being severely burned on the job. She also describes the "out of body" experience she had that encouraged her to start her foundation and the fight she had trying to get back to work with her scars. ABOUT LINDA: Linda McQueen, founder and chief executive officer of the Heartburn (fire) foundation. A Georgia based non-profit organization, 501c3, whose mission is to support needy families who have been burned out of their residence, and do not have insurance. We are a recovery organization providing direct assistance to burn and fire survivors in need of food, clothing, temporary shelter, rehabilitative counseling, and relocation services. On June 10, 1972 my life totally changed. At the age of 22, I was burned beyond recognition; I feared I would never be the same again to experience life, as I knew it. It took a total of five years for my total healing. I knew I had to do something to thank God for his healing so I started the foundation to help others who had been burned, or in a fire. Their mission at the Heart-Burn foundation is to address these needs as we assist families with their recovery. She has been featured on T.B.N. Christian stations Celebrate Life, taking a break with Joni Lamb, Josyln Dorsey, Channel 2, Fox 5, Clayton County News Daily, V103 People station with Wanda Smith. **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Mike discusses his experience as a double lung transplant recipient and the new perspective on life it provided him. ABOUT MIKE: Michael Love is a two-time double lung transplant recipient. As a part of his effort to give back to the transplant community, he is an advocate for organ donation. This involves volunteering and mentoring. CONNECT WITH MIKE: https://www.instagram.com/mykalandre/ **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

(Character Designer | Animator | Creator of Team Supreme) discusses his introduction into animation and how he decided to use his art to change the landscape of entertainment through his project "Team Supreme." ABOUT JOSHUA Character Designer - Creator Born in Miami, Florida to a Military family. His passion for drawing was first noticed and evident at a very young age. His artistic abilities and skills, were head turning as early as grade school. Now currently at Netflix Animation, he always had a love and appreciation for animation. It inspired him to pursue his passion, graduating with a college degree in Animation. The accomplishment was not an easy undertaking, he went from being a homeless, hurricane Katrina victim, to graduating at the top of his class maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Her currently resides in Atlanta, GA, and plans to create compelling characters that are diverse, inclusive, and that drive the story. He's the creator of the highly anticipated cartoon, Team Supreme. The cartoon puts kids who have a special need, and or disability in the forefront, as their so-called disability doubles as their super power. “My goal is to normalize what society calls a disability, while also being inclusive and diverse as possible. He continues to expand his knowledge, skills, and abilities; and has created and developed character designs for: Sony Immersive Studios, Netflix Animation, Nickelodeon, Baobab Studios, Drake, BearBack, Dymelyfe, Black Skullz, and more. Whenever he has time, he works out at his local gym. A former four sport athlete who had scholarships to play at D-1 schools, staying healthy, and spending time with his daughter is very important to him. CONNECT WITH JOSHUA: https://www.joshualeonardart.com/ https://www.leonardstudios.com/ https://www.instagram.com/imjoshualeonard/ **** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** On the Show: Dr. Abraham discusses being a student thriving in athletics but struggling with literacy and his academic failures being overlooked due his athletic abilities. He also discusses the importance of affirming your children in their formative years in order to help them establish the confidence they need to be successful. ABOUT DR. ABRAHAM: Dr. Abraham is a transformational leader with a wealth of experience in urban education. He is committed to providing a world-class educational experience that ensures all students achieve their goals of post-secondary college and fulfilling careers. His mission has been to create environments that assist students to reach their maximum potential in life. With more than ten years of experience in education, he currently serves as the principal of McKinley High School. He successfully oversees the daily workings of the largest CTE schools in Buffalo, which is the second largest urban school district in NY. In this role, he handles the budgets, manages serious personnel issues, and acts as a school representative in the community. Furthermore, Marck oversees staff development and trainings, creates and maintains community partnerships, and increases productivity while containing costs. At McKinley, he has shown success by increasing graduation rates, decreasing negative behaviors within the school, raising teacher expectations, providing instructional focus to schools, and increasing parental involvement. In addition, he has experience at both elementary and secondary levels in developing and implementing policies, initiatives, and systems to continually boost efficiency and performance. Marck is the CEO and founder of MEA Consulting, LLC. MEA offers real estate management, educational lectures, workshops, training, and personal coaching. Marck is an educator, transformational leader, instructional leader, administrator, motivational speaker, and educational consultant. Additionally, he has experience speaking on radio shows, at schools, churches, conferences, and many community-based organizations. Marck's school has been recognized as a NYS Black Male Graduation Rate Model School and NYS CTE Model School. He was named Principal of the Year in 2018  and established the first Buffalo Urban Teacher Academy. Marck is of Haitian descent and he grew up in Miami, Florida. He moved to Buffalo on a football scholarship while seeking to play Division IA football. Taking the discipline and work ethic from the field to the classroom, he developed a passion for education and felt compelled to impact young men after his two close friends were killed. He is also a loving father who values faith and family. Marck enjoys reading, music, lifting weights, and traveling. He is a big guy in stature with an even bigger personality, a commanding force both physically and inspirationally. He also strongly believes that “When wishing won't, work will,” and his favorite Nelson Mandela quote is: “Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world.” CONNECT WITH DR. ABRAHAM: https://www.instagram.com/Dr.Marck_Abraham/ http://meaconsultantsllc.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/What-Success-Looks-Like-Increasing/dp/1475861087/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=marck+abraham&qid=1626895669&sr=8-3 ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** On the show, Dr. Johnson discusses his experience growing up in poverty and how some young black men handle trauma. He also shares methods we can use to empower our young men in ways they can recognize and receive. ABOUT DR. JOHNSON: Dr. Tony D. Johnson serves as President and CEO for Captivate Perspectives. In this role Dr. Johnson is responsible for planning, development, implementation of the organization's education and training, project management, operational and fiscal functions and performance; acts as a strategic partner by developing and implementing the company's plans and programs; analyzes and makes recommendation on the impact of long-range growth initiatives, planning, and introduces new strategies and regulatory actions; develops credibility and authority for the finance leadership team by providing accurate analysis of budgets, reports and financial trends and operational procedures. Dr. Johnson also implements, and enforce policies and procedures of the organization that will improve operational and financial effectiveness of the company; communicates effectively and establish credibility throughout the organization as an effective; develops solutions to business challenges; provides expert financial guidance and advice to others within executive leadership; improves the planning and budgeting process on a continual basis by educating departments and key members of corporate leadership; provides strategic input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization; specifically relating to the evaluation of potential mergers, acquisitions or partnerships; optimizes the handling of relationships to foster and grow strategic partnerships; acts as a strategic advisor and consultant offering expert advice on contracts, In his previous roles he led the work for overseeing planning, implementation of workforce education programs, budgeting and finance, public relations and coalition-building. In addition, he has led public education policy advocacy in the areas of early childhood, K-12, at-promise youth, workforce programs and higher education. Dr. Johnson also has experience implementing accountability systems and managed over $35 million in funds to support students, educators, overseeing programs that support college students, middle and high school students, children with special needs, and engaged stakeholders and prepared students for success both within and beyond the classroom. Dr. Johnson began his career as an alternative education teacher, since that time Dr. Johnson has worked in a wide range of leadership positions in education for over 20 years.  He has dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Political Science and Criminal Justice, a Master of Science degree in Public Administration & Public Policy and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Policy & Evaluation. Dr. Johnson has served as Provost, Chief Academic Officer, and Vice President for Partnerships, Dean, Career and Technical Education Director, Chief for State-Managed Schools, Associate Director, Senior Director of Programs and Training, Assistant Vice-President and Chief Academic Officer, interim Deputy Assistant Superintendent, Associate Dean, Senior Education Consultant, Executive Director and Chief of School Supports, Field Experience Coordinator, Turnaround High School Principal, Pre-Service Teacher Education Coordinator, Principal and Executive Director of Community-Based Programs. Alternative Education Teacher, and High School Intervention Teacher among other roles. He has classroom-based experiences and educational leadership. Additionally, he taught in the Colleges of Education and School of Arts & Sciences at Florida State University, Florida A&M University, George Washington University, Barry University, Strayer University and Westwood College. He has successfully administered programs in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, Illinois, and South Carolina. His primary areas of professional interests include urban school-turnaround strategies, African-American male achievement, supports of first-generation college students, and urban school fiscal stewardship and capacity. Dr. Johnson lives in the Washington D.C. metro area. CONNECT WITH DR. JOHNSON: https://www.facebook.com/tonydjohnson1800 ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

On the show, we will discuss the importance of embracing all of your God-given gifts and how to focus yourself for success as an artist even when you are working a 9-5. ABOUT ANGEL: Angel Gaines began her comedy career at a college talent show. She signed up to sing a song, but fear wouldn't let her sing, so in her brilliance, she told the emcee to introduce her as a comedian. That ideas was bound to work because in the early 90's, most comedians were boo'd before they could say a word, and Angel thought that would be her ticket to quit the show! Wrong! The Emcee encouraged the crowd to give her a chance and behold a comic was born! From that moment, Angel Gaines continues to shine on stages both nationally and internationally! She has performed as a feature comic with Mo'Nique, George Wallace, and many others! Angel is a crowd favorite at Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, and is certainly a home grown comic from The Comedy Union in Los Angeles, CA. Her daring honesty and clean humor combines to create the perfect show! Angel performances are her ministry and she spreads nothing but joy to her audiences! Her comedy talents reach far beyond performing standup, she uses her talents as an amazing sitcom warm-up! Angel was delighted to be chosen to hype and guide the live studio audience for Disney's Hit Show, Raven's Home! She is a host, emcee and engaging podcast guest! Angel has appeared on shows with Daphnique Springs, Earthquake for Hartbeat Entertainment Sirius radio, and Tavin Smiley Show on NPR.Angel was a featured comic at the prestigious JUST FOR LAUGHS Comedy Festival in Montreal! She performed three nights at this dynamic festival and sharing stages with Comedian Lil Rel and Kevin Hart's LOL Live from Montreal production. Angel has accompanied many all-star comedy lineups and is currently performing at colleges and clubs all across the country. CONNECT WITH ANGEL: https://www.instagram.com/theangelgaines/ https://angelgaines.com/ ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorderca

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Tasha discusses the tragic day her brother was mistakenly killed at the hands of her other brother and the road of compassion and forgiveness she was lead to take. ABIOUT TASHA: Tasha Odunuyi is an author, inspirational and empowerment speaker, and serial entrepreneur who is dedicated to helping women to let love and God rule in their lives. The love for life, the love for your purpose, the love for all beings but above all self-love. The level of your self-love affects every aspect of your life from relationships, your career, how much money you make, how peaceful and joyful you feel, and how you can find your voice. Tasha helps and empowers women to manage their "not good enough voice" mindfully and let self-love rule again. Tasha Odunuyi is one of the voices of our generation that God is using to empower women to live healed, whole, and free. She has been called a modern-day Joseph. Tasha is on a mission to help women to start looking within by telling their stories. To start becoming aware of your inner voice and start changing the perception of your inner voice and the world. To guide YOU to start becoming your beautiful authentic self again. She believes that if you become mindful you finally have a choice again in the present moment. To either choose love to accept fear.  As an entrepreneur, she is the owner and designer of Diella Designs women's fashion brand where she empowers women to show up Bold, Fierce, and Unapologetically commanding any room they enter with style and grace. CONNECT WITH TASHA: https://www.instagram.com/born2empowerher/ Purchase Tasha's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Mustering-Strength-Fight-Tasha-Odunuyi/dp/1735256862/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1C4T4IH6ZYIVS&dchild=1&keywords=tasha+odunuyi&qid=1622744698&sprefix=tasha+odu%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-1 ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorderca

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Audra shares the story of her scars, how it impacted her life and led to the birth of the I've Got Scars Baby! podcast. ABOUT AUDRA: Life Coach/Motivational Speaker/Author Audra Bryant is a life coach, motivational speaker, singer, and author who shares her transformational journey of healing to help others turn their scars into their superpower. After an accident caused her to receive burns on her chest, neck and shoulder at the tender age of 18-months, Bryant spent nearly 25 years trying to rid herself of the scars with surgeries, compression vests, acid treatments, and injections. She then began to cover them with t-shirts and turtlenecks and refused to look at her scars in the mirror until she was 25 years old, only to find herself missing out on her purpose and meaningful relationships. Because of her experience, the Detroit native wrote her song “Scars” to encourage others going through similar situations and shares her journey in a book “I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose.” In it, Bryant reveals that through prayer, affirmations, therapy, and other methods, she eventually found her purpose by embracing her scars. Additionally, as a certified life coach, she's empowered countless others through workshops, personal coaching, speaking engagements, online courses, and her podcast “I've Got Scars Baby!”, which explores “scars” of all sorts from physical to mental and emotional. Bryant's infectious smile, impeccable talent and powerful testimony led to her being a motivational speaker and performer for The Detroit Medical Center, Children's Hospital of Michigan, Los Angeles Unified School District, Accelerated Radio, LA Talk Radio and the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Through the victories and the times of challenge, Bryant's learned that we all have a purpose that is inextricable linked to one another so it is her desire to encourage others in their journey and make them smile along the way! ****** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder ****** ABOUT MALINDA: Armed with a license in cosmetology and a few small acting roles, Malinda Williams left her home state of New Jersey and ambitiously set her sights on Hollywood. Twice nominated for an NAACP Image Award for “outstanding actress in a drama series”, the determined young beauty made a name for herself, grabbing lead roles in films such as “The Wood “(MTV/Paramount), “High School High” “A Thin Line Between Love and Hate” and the television series SoulFood. Malinda recently starred in TVOne's “Loved to Death”, and executive produced her first television movie “Marry Me for Christmas” for Uptv and Aspire networks. Having the ability to portray characters ranging from a sophisticated young entrepreneur, to a mentally challenged teenager, has branded Malinda Williams one of the entertainment industry's most well respected actresses. CONNECT WITH MALINDA: https://www.instagram.com/malinsworld/ https://shesgotahabit.net/

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Truly Austin-Bennett (Dance Educator, Choreographer, and Scholar) Truly discusses her experience with Imposter Syndrome and the impact it has had on her career, relationships. and  self-esteem. ABOUT TRULY: Originally from Detroit, Truly A. Austin-Bennett is a Dancer, Educator, Choreographer. She has taught workshops and set pieces at various institutions throughout Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Japan, and Costa Rica. Focusing on a blend of modern and improvisation techniques, Austin-Bennett strives to create works that provoke discomfort and discussion. She is also fond of multi-generational casts, seeking to provide opportunities for older dancers to remain active in the dance community, and for younger dancers to learn firsthand from those of prior generations. Austin-Bennett received her BFA in Dance Education from East Carolina University and her MFA in Dance from Hollins University. Austin-Bennett is currently serving as adjunct Dance Professor at Bowie State University and St. Mary's College of Maryland while pursuing her PhD in Visual Arts: Philosophy, Aesthetics, and Art Theory with a concentration in Dance. CONNECT WITH TRULY: https://www.instagram.com/dancetalkrealness/ ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** On the show we will discuss what it looks like for a man to embrace both his masculine and feminine energies in order to create more fulfillment in his life and to be a strong presence in his family. ****The first person to comment "Finding My Balance" will receive a PDF of Oshea's book "Internal Balance."**** ABOUT OSHEA: The Entreprenuer: Oshea Luja is the Artistic Director of Still Waters Network,  the Producer of the Still Waters Experience, and co -founder of the literacy-rooted Still Waters Writers Workshop.  A renowned poet and producer, he is a 2015 and 2017 Village Award Recipient from the Villagers Hall of Fame Awards Foundation. Oshea co-founded Vibrations Holistic Center in Inglewood CA, which offered cultural classes, lectures, workshop and over 75 different types of healing teas and a full line of natural hair and skin-care products he co-produces called Subtle-Tiyes, aimed to beautify from the inside out.  He has since opened up The Balance Portal, a private practice in Southern CA, where he expanded their product line and now teach workshops on life-purpose alignment and soul work. The Artist/Producer: Oshea, known artistically as Food4Thought, is a visual, musical and literary artist, that has presented art on a world-class level over an extended period of time.  He's directed and produced the stage play "Smoke", written by Ernie De Silva, co-produced and directed  "Time with The Masters of Rhyme" A Watts Prophet and A Last Poet, co-produced, directed and starred in the production"Big City Bright Lights" and is currently touring with the theater production "The Fertile River" written by Vincent Terrell-Durham and produced by Alton Patton.  A pivotal moment in Oshea's work, was when he produced and directed the "50th Golden Anniversary of the critically acclaimed 1965 Watts Writers' Workshop." in 2015, at Cal Sate University Dominguez Hills in Carson California.  This historic event brought together many of the legendary Watts writers that have not seen each-other in over 35 years. The Poet/Host: Coined the “prince of poetry” by the late great Leimert Park Poet Dee Black, Oshea's extremely potent spoken word delivery is like an iron fist inside of a silk glove.    As a poet, Oshea has been a longtime member of The Anansi Writers' Workshop at the World-Stage in Leimert Park.  CA.  His first poetry collection, "Royal Feast, A Literary Recipe", is an ode to his Watts CA. upbringing.  As a teaching artist, Oshea enjoys working with youth and elders, linking these generations together to better inner-stand the human experience.   Oshea has a special gift of utilizing creative expression to promote the innate greatness that resides in all beings.  A Watts CA, native, Oshea's passion is reclaiming Watts' storied history through art, culture and education. The Author: Oshea has wrote, edited, added an introduction and are co-authored over 20 manuscripts.  He's the author of Royal Feast - A Literary Recipe and co -author of Internal Balance - Would You Marry You?  He has added introductions to Try Walking A Mile N My Socks - By Melanie Luja, Sounds from the Waters - A poetry Anthology - by The Still Waters Collective, The Practitioner: Oshea has also found time to become a soul work practitioner in the fields of spirituality, health and balance.  His rite of passage has not been a cake walk,  humbly studying under the tutelage of author, poet, and priest Father Amde of the legendary Watts Prophets, award-winning documentary filmmaker, author, and poet S. Pearl Sharp, and The Grandfather of Rap and acupuncturist Dr. Jalal Mansur Nuriddin of the legendary Last Poets, to name some.  As a non-denominational minister, Oshea is sought after to facilitate weddings, funerals, rite-of-passage ceremonies, and many other sacred rituals throughout the year.  Oshea's research and life experiences have cultivated a unique philosophy that celebrates internal balance, suggesting that everyone has the innate ability to experience love inwardly, and the awareness of this actuality triggers an opening to explore love's trajectory. CONNECT WITH OSHEA: http://oshealuja.pagedemo.co/ https://www.instagram.com/stillwatersnetwork/ ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Dr. Ryeal Simms {Cognitive Neuropsychologist, Behaviorist, Certified Relationship Coach, and Sex Expert} On the show we will discuss the phases of attraction from a scientific standpoint, the dangers in connecting with "the wrong one", the power in connecting with "the right one" and how sex impacts it all. We will also discuss how to keep your relationship healthy and vibrant. ******** ABOUT DR. SIMMS: Neuropsychologist, Relationship Expert, Body Language / Sex Expert International speaker & Behaviorist. Relationship Scientist Dr. Ryeal Simms is a cognitive neuropsychologist, behaviorist, motivational speaker and the leading authority on the neuroscience of relationships/sex worldwide. A licensed and certified relationship coach, Counselor/Marriage facilitator, body language expert with the Relationship Coaching Institute and the Prepare/Enrich Program, Dr. Simms's passion is analyzing the neuroscience of love by dissecting why we do what we do from an eco-bio-psycho-social-spiritual point of view.  Dr Ryeal Simms is also a member the GGI network of Neuroscience researchers and the resident relationship Professor at the OptiMind Neuroscience Institute (ONCTI.com) where he integrates the disciplines of cognitive neuropsychology, neurobiology, neurochemistry anthropology and body language to teach youth, adults and corporations how to make wise personal and professional relationship choices. CONNECT WITH DR. SIMMS: https://www.instagram.com/the_relationship_scientist/ https://drryealsimms.com/ ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this episode I interview Melanie Luja {Soul Work Practitioner, Reiki Master, Author, CEO of Subtle Tiyes Hair & Skincare} On the show we will discuss the importance of finding and maintaining balance in our lives and what balance looks like within the dynamic of relationships. --- Melanie Luja (known creatively as Queen Socks) is a soul-work practitioner, life-purpose coach, educator, author, and award-winning poet.  She is also the co-founder of The Vibrations Enrichment Group, which focuses on Alkaline Education, and The Balance Portal, a private practice in southern CA, where the aim is Alternative Soul-Care.  With the release of the book Internal Balance: Would You Marry You? alongside her husband Oshea Luja, Melanie has brought another level of philosophical truths into a synergy designed to balance a person's universe internally and externally. With a marketing and communications background from Cal St. Fullerton, Melanie went on to start a promotions company in the late 90's representing the artist of Def Jam, Columbia Records, and So So Def to name a few. She has also work with Jay-Z, The Fugees, Da Brat, Destiny's Child and many others in the entertainment industry. As a celebrity stylist for over twenty-five years, her craft mastery has lead her into creating an all natural skin, hair care and tea-line, called Subtle Tiyes, designed to assist in the beautification of ones essence.  Melanie also facilitate lectures, workshops, conduct private consultations, and is the executive director of Still Waters Network, a Los Angeles based production company that raises global awareness through the creative arts. As an herbalist, Melanie enjoys creating concoctions and elixirs to assist in the healing process.  Melanie is an accredited cosmetologist, Reiki Master and soul-work therapist.  A native of Los Angeles, California, this creative force is also a seasoned speaker, poet and host, sharing stages with the likes of Sonia Sanchez, Amiri Baraka and Angela Davis.  As a wife, mother of five and entrepreneur, Melanie has also found time to become a doula and energy intuit, in the fields of spirituality, soul-work, health, and balance. Melanie's rite of passage has been spiritually rewarding, humbly studying under the tutelage of author, poet, and priest Father Amde of the legendary Watts Prophets, award-winning documentary filmmaker, author, and poet S. Pearl Sharp, and The Grandfather of Rap and acupuncturist Dr. Jalal Mansur Nuriddin of the legendary Last Poets. As non- denominational ministers, Melanie and her husband Oshea Luja is sought after to facilitate weddings, funerals, rite-of-passage ceremonies, and many other sacred rituals throughout the year. Melanie's research and life experiences have cultivated a unique philosophy that celebrates internal balance, suggesting that everyone has the innate ability to experience love inwardly, and the awareness of this actuality triggers an opening to explore love's trajectory. Some of Melanie's works include (Books): Internal Balance, Would You Marry You? (2017), Tea with Melanie (2015); Sounds From The Waters, Poetry Anthology (2013), The Watts Learning Center Anthology (2011) Try Walking A Mile In My Socks (2010). (Stage plays): Smoke (2017), Big City Bright Lights, (2014), Flowers, (2010),  (Albums): After-Birth (2019), The Love-Lock (2015) N My Socks (2009) School curriculums: The Princess Project initiative, The Beautiful Me Workshop, and The Still Waters' Writers' Super-Heru Workshop.  Stay tune for Melanie's forth-coming novel “Sweet Peppa”, due to be released in the spring of 2020.  For more info on Melanie, please contact: www.StillWatersEvents.com CONNECT WITH MELANIE: https://www.instagram.com/melanie_luja/ http://melanieluja.pagedemo.co/ ******** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder CONNECT WITH TAMEKA: https://www.facebook.com/tameka.citchenspruce

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this interview, Tameka discusses the mental and emotional work she had to do being paralyzed as a child. She also discusses the importance of being disabled and advocating for yourself in the worlds of education and filmmaking. Tameka Citchen-Spruce has over 10 years experience in disability advocacy and media. Mrs. Spruce was Ms. Wheelchair MI 2006. As a Ms. Wheelchair MI, she spoke out about supporting women with disabilities who are being abused. Two years later she formed Women Empower Inc, empowering women with disabilities to live their best lives. She is a proud member of Warriors on Wheels of Metropolitan Detroit. And she volunteers for Muslim Anti-Racism Collaborative. In 2017, she was chosen to be a Disability Ambassador for World Disability Institute, where she represented people with disabilities at the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Conference. CONNECT WITH TAMEKA: https://www.facebook.com/tameka.citchenspruce CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Camille discusses her experience with career delays (having written The Clark Sisters film 15 years prior to its release) and her battle with maintaining faith during the dark parts of her journey. She provides tips on how to not to let outward success dictate your inner happiness. *Check out Camille's Superpower Tips here: https://www.audrabryant.com/camilletucker ABOUT CAMILLE: Screenwriter Camille Tucker hails from Compton, CA, and is a daughter of the city—both her father and brother formerly served as mayor. As a girl, the elementary school she attended burned down, after which she was bused to an affluent, predominantly white private school in Palos Verdes, CA. There, she was constantly challenged to defend the negative characterizations of her hometown. “I felt like I was bridging two worlds,” says Camille. “One where kids were dropped off in Benzes and Bentleys, and another that was wrongly stereotyped for gangs and violence. It was like being in a fish bowl. As an object of curiosity to my classmates, I became profoundly aware of my blackness.” Things changed for Camille when she got her hands on the works of phenomenal, black women writers such as Gwendolyn Brooks, Ntozake Shange, Maya Angelou and Octavia Butler. Their written word inspired her and helped her to find her own voice. Camille began to write—poetry, songs, plays and eventually screenplays. Today, Camille has sold screenplays to many of the major studios such as Sony, Universal, New Line Cinema, Fox TV and Disney, and has worked with producers such as Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, Stacey Snider, Marc Platt, Todd Garner and Debra Chase. One of her most memorable experiences was co-writing the screenplay Golddiggaz with the late Oscar-nominated director, John Singleton, a friend and mentor. Camille has produced and directed six short films. Her short, Cellular, won Best Short Narrative Film at Boston's Roxbury International Film Festival. In 2019, Camille was honored to be a finalist and the drama alternate in the prestigious Disney|ABC TV Writing Fellowship; and in 2018, she was one of eleven filmmakers selected in the Producers Guild of America Power of Diversity Workshop. Camille is co-writer of the highly-anticipated biopic The Clark Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel, airing at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2020 on Lifetime Television. Camille holds an MFA in screenwriting from Loyola Marymount University, an MA from Fuller Seminary, and is a member of the Writers Guild of America, West. CONNECT WITH CAMILLE: https://www.instagram.com/camilletuc/ http://camilletucker.com/index.html ***** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder *****

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Camille discusses her experience with career delays (having written The Clark Sisters film 15 years prior to its release) and her battle with maintaining faith during the dark parts of her journey. She provides tips on how to not to let outward success dictate your inner happiness. *Check out Camille's Superpower Tips here: https://www.audrabryant.com/camilletucker ABOUT CAMILLE: Screenwriter Camille Tucker hails from Compton, CA, and is a daughter of the city—both her father and brother formerly served as mayor. As a girl, the elementary school she attended burned down, after which she was bused to an affluent, predominantly white private school in Palos Verdes, CA. There, she was constantly challenged to defend the negative characterizations of her hometown. “I felt like I was bridging two worlds,” says Camille. “One where kids were dropped off in Benzes and Bentleys, and another that was wrongly stereotyped for gangs and violence. It was like being in a fish bowl. As an object of curiosity to my classmates, I became profoundly aware of my blackness.” Things changed for Camille when she got her hands on the works of phenomenal, black women writers such as Gwendolyn Brooks, Ntozake Shange, Maya Angelou and Octavia Butler. Their written word inspired her and helped her to find her own voice. Camille began to write—poetry, songs, plays and eventually screenplays. Today, Camille has sold screenplays to many of the major studios such as Sony, Universal, New Line Cinema, Fox TV and Disney, and has worked with producers such as Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, Stacey Snider, Marc Platt, Todd Garner and Debra Chase. One of her most memorable experiences was co-writing the screenplay Golddiggaz with the late Oscar-nominated director, John Singleton, a friend and mentor. Camille has produced and directed six short films. Her short, Cellular, won Best Short Narrative Film at Boston's Roxbury International Film Festival. In 2019, Camille was honored to be a finalist and the drama alternate in the prestigious Disney|ABC TV Writing Fellowship; and in 2018, she was one of eleven filmmakers selected in the Producers Guild of America Power of Diversity Workshop. Camille is co-writer of the highly-anticipated biopic The Clark Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel, airing at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2020 on Lifetime Television. Camille holds an MFA in screenwriting from Loyola Marymount University, an MA from Fuller Seminary, and is a member of the Writers Guild of America, West. CONNECT WITH CAMILLE: https://www.instagram.com/camilletuc/ http://camilletucker.com/index.html ***** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder *****

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Camille discusses her experience with career delays (having written The Clark Sisters film 15 years prior to its release) and her battle with maintaining faith during the dark parts of her journey. She provides tips on how to not to let outward success dictate your inner happiness. *Check out Camille's Superpower Tips here: https://www.audrabryant.com/camilletucker ABOUT CAMILLE: Screenwriter Camille Tucker hails from Compton, CA, and is a daughter of the city—both her father and brother formerly served as mayor. As a girl, the elementary school she attended burned down, after which she was bused to an affluent, predominantly white private school in Palos Verdes, CA. There, she was constantly challenged to defend the negative characterizations of her hometown. “I felt like I was bridging two worlds,” says Camille. “One where kids were dropped off in Benzes and Bentleys, and another that was wrongly stereotyped for gangs and violence. It was like being in a fish bowl. As an object of curiosity to my classmates, I became profoundly aware of my blackness.” Things changed for Camille when she got her hands on the works of phenomenal, black women writers such as Gwendolyn Brooks, Ntozake Shange, Maya Angelou and Octavia Butler. Their written word inspired her and helped her to find her own voice. Camille began to write—poetry, songs, plays and eventually screenplays. Today, Camille has sold screenplays to many of the major studios such as Sony, Universal, New Line Cinema, Fox TV and Disney, and has worked with producers such as Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, Stacey Snider, Marc Platt, Todd Garner and Debra Chase. One of her most memorable experiences was co-writing the screenplay Golddiggaz with the late Oscar-nominated director, John Singleton, a friend and mentor. Camille has produced and directed six short films. Her short, Cellular, won Best Short Narrative Film at Boston's Roxbury International Film Festival. In 2019, Camille was honored to be a finalist and the drama alternate in the prestigious Disney|ABC TV Writing Fellowship; and in 2018, she was one of eleven filmmakers selected in the Producers Guild of America Power of Diversity Workshop. Camille is co-writer of the highly-anticipated biopic The Clark Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel, airing at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2020 on Lifetime Television. Camille holds an MFA in screenwriting from Loyola Marymount University, an MA from Fuller Seminary, and is a member of the Writers Guild of America, West. CONNECT WITH CAMILLE: https://www.instagram.com/camilletuc/ http://camilletucker.com/index.html ***** CONNECT WITH AUDRA: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant/ https://www.audrabryant.com/ Coming Soon!!! Audra's New Book: "I've Got Scars Baby! How to Embrace Your Scars and Power Your Purpose  Get on the Pre-Order List Here: https://www.audrabryant.com/bookpreorder *****

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this episode, Kendra discusses the day to day as a new Mom living on her own at 15 years old. Kendra Hall passionately champions for young women and other at-risk populations who are entering into adulthood through her writing, mentoring, and avid connectivity to resources that she shares to uplift and prosper others. Her state career began working for the Judiciary as a state-worker in 2001. She has since worked for the State of New Jersey for over 17 years. Kendra is the mother of four children (3 of whom are now adults). She is a devoted advocate for young women, sharing her own life experiences like being a teenage mother of three children by the age of 18 years, overcoming homelessness and domestic violence. Additionally, she is best known for her helping and tenacious spirit and is very comfortable sharing her own life experiences with others on a one on one basis to help young women connect to the resources they need. She is also very good at creating relationships amongst people from all walks of life and giving good business and life advice providing creative solutions for problems. Ms. Hall is driven by her faith and the belief that she can make a positive difference in people's lives to share her countless personal successes and inspire and instill hope in the people she mentors who are striving to rise above their current circumstances. Ms. Hall celebrates, especially, the continued success of at least 30+ women whose lives she's directly mentored, while still achieving her own professional milestones like graduating with a Bachelors in Arts in Law and Justice from Rider University as an adult learner. She also believes in making time for the things she enjoys like learning about the metaphysical and heightened spiritual awareness, connecting people, networking, reading, tennis, studying and traveling. Passionate about helping others move forward in life and helping them to find the value in themselves, Kendra is always researching ways to improve herself, as well. Ms. Hall is a professional member of the ColorComm network, an advocate for UNICEF and member of Toastmasters. In her work, she shares what she learns through her affiliations and self-exploration, adding to her professional experience to help others find their purpose and use that purpose as a tool to reach their goals. As a current resident New Jersey, she works to resolve hopelessness locally and throughout the country with the goal of obtaining her life-long mission of leveling-up in life by inspiring others with her triumphant story. Kendra has written her first self-help book entitled, “Dropping Jewelz: Guiding Principles to Help Girls Live Their Best Life”, available on Amazon. She is spreading hope through the understanding that the power to succeed comes from within and not without, and by letting young women know that support is available. By teaching a philosophy of hope she inspires others to maximize their life, no matter the obstacle. Kendra hopes to help as many young women as she can succeed in life. Connect with Kendra: https://www.instagram.com/justusjewelz/ ---- Connect with Audra: https://www.audrabryant.com/

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this episode, Theologian, Poet, and Filmmaker, Phil Allen, Jr., discusses his experience uncovering the racially motivated murder of his grandfather (through his documentary) and the effects that trauma left on him and his family. About Phil: Phil Allen, Jr. is an emerging filmmaker and author of “Open Wounds: A Story of Racism, Trauma and Redemption.”  In the book and documentary of the same name, Phil revisits the murder of his grandfather, Nathaniel Allen, in the 1950s Jim Crow south. Sifting through guilt, pain and remorse, Phil confronts the fallacies surrounding Nathaniel's death and finds a path to reconciliation and healing for those who survive him. An activist and theologian, as well, Phil discusses and dismantles the issue of racism in his podcast Intersections with Phil Allen, Jr. Connect with Phil: https://www.instagram.com/philallenjrig/ https://www.philallenjr.com/ Connect with Audra: https://www.audrabryant.com/

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Brely Evans {Actress, Singer, Producer, and Motivational Speaker} discusses her experience being a curvy woman in Hollywood and shares some of her most powerful tips for life. ABOUT BRELY: Brély Evans is a multi-talented native from Oakland, California. She is an Actress, Author,  Producer, Vocalist, Comedienne, and Voice Over Talent. Whether Brély is making you cry in a  drama, laugh in a comedy, or challenging you intellectually through her thought-provoking  discussions as a talk show host and radio personality, she finds time for keynote speaking and  serves as ambassador for several national brands. In the stage play, Two Can Play That Game, Brély quickly became a fan favorite. Recognized  for her ability to captivate an audience, she was cast opposite Queen Latifah in 20th Century FOX,  Just Wright. Her comedic timing resulted in the expansion of her role from Co-Worker 1 to  Sabrina Gillar. It was this same power packed persona that afforded her an opportunity to work  with the late Whitney Houston in the SONY Feature, Sparkle. Brély transitioned into television and is recognized for her recurring role as Nichelle Nichols on  BET's Being Mary Jane as Gabrielle Union's best friend. Her reach continued to expand with  projects such as Regina King's directorial debut Let The Church Say Amen. She was also cast in  a lead opposite Lamman Rucker in the film, The Man In 3B. Brély starred in the short film, Black  Rose with Tyrese and Jennifer Hudson and as leading lady in TV One's, You Can't Fight  Christmas.  Brély's 1st comedy series regular role on The Last Call was starring opposite Carl Anthony Payne.  She soon followed with her role as Rondell Lancaster, in Ambitions, for the OWN NETWORK.  She is currently recurring in BET's hot new series, The Family Business, as Sonya. Brély's latest  series roles as Alexandria in For The Love of Jason and as JoJo in Terror Lake Drive, are both  concurrently airing on the UMC Network.  Brély says it is her faith, drive, positive outlook, and commitment to excellence that continues to reward her with career opportunities. She coaches people in her series Get Your Act Together and Start Living Your Dreams both national and internationally through her company Water Walkers Worldwide, Inc. Connect with Brély at: https://www.brelyevans.com/ http://instagram.com/brelyevans Download Brély's Superpower Tips at: https://www.audrabryant.com/brelyevans

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Brely Evans {Actress, Singer, Producer, and Motivational Speaker} discusses her experience being a curvy woman in Hollywood and shares some of her most powerful tips for life. ABOUT BRELY: Brély Evans is a multi-talented native from Oakland, California. She is an Actress, Author,  Producer, Vocalist, Comedienne, and Voice Over Talent. Whether Brély is making you cry in a  drama, laugh in a comedy, or challenging you intellectually through her thought-provoking  discussions as a talk show host and radio personality, she finds time for keynote speaking and  serves as ambassador for several national brands. In the stage play, Two Can Play That Game, Brély quickly became a fan favorite. Recognized  for her ability to captivate an audience, she was cast opposite Queen Latifah in 20th Century FOX,  Just Wright. Her comedic timing resulted in the expansion of her role from Co-Worker 1 to  Sabrina Gillar. It was this same power packed persona that afforded her an opportunity to work  with the late Whitney Houston in the SONY Feature, Sparkle. Brély transitioned into television and is recognized for her recurring role as Nichelle Nichols on  BET's Being Mary Jane as Gabrielle Union's best friend. Her reach continued to expand with  projects such as Regina King's directorial debut Let The Church Say Amen. She was also cast in  a lead opposite Lamman Rucker in the film, The Man In 3B. Brély starred in the short film, Black  Rose with Tyrese and Jennifer Hudson and as leading lady in TV One's, You Can't Fight  Christmas.  Brély's 1st comedy series regular role on The Last Call was starring opposite Carl Anthony Payne.  She soon followed with her role as Rondell Lancaster, in Ambitions, for the OWN NETWORK.  She is currently recurring in BET's hot new series, The Family Business, as Sonya. Brély's latest  series roles as Alexandria in For The Love of Jason and as JoJo in Terror Lake Drive, are both  concurrently airing on the UMC Network.  Brély says it is her faith, drive, positive outlook, and commitment to excellence that continues to reward her with career opportunities. She coaches people in her series Get Your Act Together and Start Living Your Dreams both national and internationally through her company Water Walkers Worldwide, Inc. Connect with Brély at: https://www.brelyevans.com/ http://instagram.com/brelyevans Download Brély's Superpower Tips at: https://www.audrabryant.com/brelyevans

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this episode, Brely Evans {Actress, Singer, Producer, and Motivational Speaker} discusses her experience being a curvy woman in Hollywood and shares some of her most powerful tips for life. ABOUT BRELY: Brély Evans is a multi-talented native from Oakland, California. She is an Actress, Author,  Producer, Vocalist, Comedienne, and Voice Over Talent. Whether Brély is making you cry in a  drama, laugh in a comedy, or challenging you intellectually through her thought-provoking  discussions as a talk show host and radio personality, she finds time for keynote speaking and  serves as ambassador for several national brands. In the stage play, Two Can Play That Game, Brély quickly became a fan favorite. Recognized  for her ability to captivate an audience, she was cast opposite Queen Latifah in 20th Century FOX,  Just Wright. Her comedic timing resulted in the expansion of her role from Co-Worker 1 to  Sabrina Gillar. It was this same power packed persona that afforded her an opportunity to work  with the late Whitney Houston in the SONY Feature, Sparkle. Brély transitioned into television and is recognized for her recurring role as Nichelle Nichols on  BET's Being Mary Jane as Gabrielle Union's best friend. Her reach continued to expand with  projects such as Regina King's directorial debut Let The Church Say Amen. She was also cast in  a lead opposite Lamman Rucker in the film, The Man In 3B. Brély starred in the short film, Black  Rose with Tyrese and Jennifer Hudson and as leading lady in TV One's, You Can't Fight Christmas.  Brély's 1st comedy series regular role on The Last Call was starring opposite Carl Anthony Payne.  She soon followed with her role as Rondell Lancaster, in Ambitions, for the OWN NETWORK.  She is currently recurring in BET's hot new series, The Family Business, as Sonya. Brély's latest  series roles as Alexandria in For The Love of Jason and as JoJo in Terror Lake Drive, are both  concurrently airing on the UMC Network.  Brély says it is her faith, drive, positive outlook, and commitment to excellence that continues to reward her with career opportunities. She coaches people in her series Get Your Act Together and Start Living Your Dreams both national and internationally through her company Water Walkers Worldwide, Inc. Connect with Brély at: https://www.brelyevans.com/ http://instagram.com/brelyevans Download Brély's Superpower Tips at: https://www.audrabryant.com/brelyevans "Twix  Booty" Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8eR4mDKH_c&list=PL7B3E3B7E79EB08F4

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this episode, Dr. Selvi will discuss her battle with Crohn's disease. How ignoring her health in order to pursue medical school (with the added cultural pressure of being the perfect student) affected her life and how listening to her body was her only rescue. About Dr. Selvi: Dr. Selvi guides women to soothe their Crohn's (and regain their life!) naturally. Realizing that the answers to healing herself took more than what her medical doctors, or her own medical training, could offer, Dr. Selvi successfully explored alternatives to get to remission and remain in remission for 10 years. Her passion lies in applying these and other methods she learned along the way, to help her clients regain their life from the pain, exhaustion, and other symptoms of Crohn's. Dr. Selvi lives in New Jersey and (free from the grip of Crohn's) loves nothing more than to dance, travel and explore in her free time! Connect With Dr. Selvi: https://www.drselvi.com/ *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Celebrity Matchmaker and Dating Strategist, Jasmine Diaz, discuss the fundamentals for finding love and the importance of having faith. ABOUT JASMINE: Jasmine Diaz is a renowned dating strategist, matchmaker, Founder of RELASH and Co-Creator of the award-winning SmartMatchApp whose clients include some of the nation's greatest celebrities, athletes, and C-Suite executives. After 15 years in dating, she has quickly become a go-to dating expert for publications like the Washington Post, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Galore, ESSENCE, and Refinery 29. Jasmine has also appeared as a dating expert and contributor on and for Buzzfeed, Latina Magazine FB Live, OWN, Fox Soul, TVOne, VH1, BET, FYI, ABC and Microsoft. Jasmine resides in Los Angeles with her husband of eighteen years and five-year-old son. Stay Connected with Jasmine: https://www.instagram.com/thejasmined... *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/9... Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSf... For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscars... and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsB... Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Ashley Hayes discusses her experience with hearing loss and life as a deaf advocate and educator. ABOUT ASHLEA: Ashlea was born and raised in Compton, CA. She was bitten by the acting bug in 2009, stemming from her love of storytelling as a child. In 2011, she joined the SAG-AFTRA union and has been honing her craft ever since.  Ashlea has been active in the Deaf community for 27 years. She has been involved in several community organizations, all with the goal of empowering the Deaf community as well as educating the Hearing community about Deaf Culture. When she isn't volunteering her time to the community, or working on a new production,  she is teaching ASL at Fusion Academy and El Camino College. Stay Connected with Ashlea: https://www.instagram.com/ashleabritt... *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/9... Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSf... For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscars... and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsB... Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Jon discusses his road to the Olympics and his deal with Nike which led him to create his own apparel brand. This is a powerful interview about the importance of going after your dream! ABOUT JON: On April 9, 2005, I became the 17th African American in history to run a sub 4-minute mile. After graduating from UCLA, I was sponsored by Nike and trained and raced in the US and Europe in preparation for the 2008 Olympics, eventually earning an alternate spot in the 1500 meters. After the Olympic Games, a kidney biopsy revealed a terminal disease known as focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, or FSGS. Following this diagnosis, I retired from the sport I love to dedicate myself to battling FSGS and taking care of my family. After receiving an experimental stem cell surgery that reversed my kidney disease in 2011, I vowed never to take for granted what time I still have left to live my dream of inspiring others to get the most out of their life as a motivational speaker and with the help of inspirational apparel by Go Be More. Stay Connected with Jon: http://gobemore.co/ https://www.instagram.com/gobemoreco/ *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode Spiritual Scientist, Zion Shabazz, talks about the process and benefits of Ancestral Recovery. He describes the origin of many of our mental and physical illness and how to get on the road to empowering yourself now. ABOUT ZION: Zion Shabazz defines spiritual science as the study and true knowledge of self and the universe.  With knowledge of self being the ultimate goal, healing and remembering the true history of our Ancestors are imperative towards achieving that goal.  Based in Los Angeles, Zion has studied and practiced around the world to uncover and master an incredibly effective combination of healing tools available. Zion targets the root of the physical or emotional stress in order to facilitate a safe transformation of that energy. In this way, he is working toward treating the cause rather than temporarily treating the symptom.  Zion's purpose with this work is to empower and support others with practical methods geared towards realizing conscious communion with their higher self.  This direct connection leads to inner peace and enjoying a virtuous lifestyle that no one can ever take away. Ancestral Clearing- resolving past issues that either stem from our childhood or that have been passed down through our DNA. When these issues are left unresolved, they have a direct adverse impact on our own happiness, health, prosperity and relationships. By resolving our past, we are now able to actualize our full potential in the present.  Ancestral clearing transforms negative energy so that it can no longer block our progress. Ancestral Recovery- restoring the harmonious state of a healthy body and mind while reclaiming our stolen legacy Reiki- energy healing through the use of touch or hovering to help activate the body's own natural healing abilities. Reiki promotes stress reduction and relaxation that allows for renewed strength and restoration of one's physical and emotional well-being. Stay Connected with Zion: https://www.instagram.com/zionshabazz https://www.instagram.com/blackreverence *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Ryan talks about his experience with as a white man living America and his perspective on the scars of racism and his desire for healing the divide. ABOUT RYAN: Ryan “Ryz” Walker has been giving free hugs and making beats since he was in diapers. As a baby he innately danced and banged on pots and pans, which naturally led to a Muppet Babies drum kit. Love and rhythm weren't the only things moving young Ryz, however. He also enjoyed singing. His mother often broke out a microphone and cassette deck to record his sister and him performing smash hits such as “Itsy Bitsy Spider” and “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” From day one, music, love and joy were one in the same for young Ryz.    As a kid, he would daydream about a world filled with love while hypnotized by the sounds of jazz and hip-hop, courtesy of the orchestra in his mind. Melodies, harmonies, rhythms and rhymes constantly filled his soul. At age 8 his parents divorced, which gave music an additional role in his life. It became a way for Ryz to express and cope with pain. This was the first time he became aware of music as a healer. He started putting rhymes down on paper and formed his first group in fifth grade where he and some friends rapped and danced. He also studied the saxophone and once middle school came around he was playing the drums in jazz band. As music and love continued to express through Ryz, he was voted class friendliest by his peers; an acknowledgement he is still grateful for to this day. With music as his companion, Ryz has deepened his understanding of love through self-reflection, life lessons, and being a shoulder for others to lean on. His path eventually lead him to the practice of Transcendental Meditation, developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi (famed guru to the Beatles). Not long after discovering meditation, he enrolled at the University of Santa Monica where he obtained certification in Advanced Spiritual Psychology, acquiring 480 hours of practice in facilitating self-discovery. Another significant part of his transformation has included adopting an intermittent fasting vegan lifestyle along with releasing 85 lbs. and counting.      It's no surprise that Ryz is still giving free hugs and making beats. They remain foundational in his being, as he uses his story, music, life's challenges and victories, to empower, uplift and inspire. Since his Susquehanna days, Ryz knew his journey included good friend and soul brother, Evan Bane. This brotherhood and shared purpose of raising the vibration of love on the planet has emerged as The Wake Up Experience. Stay Connected with Ryan: https://www.thewakeupexperience.com/ https://www.facebook.com/wakeupexperience/ https://www.instagram.com/wakeupexperience/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZkqHs3sIjxBEThe5gl_rPA Ryz IG: https://www.instagram.com/loveisryzing/ Check out the "Nu Human" Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNceCO9cFDI *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** In this episode, Alicia discusses the trials she has faced on the road to Motherhood and the unexpected blessings she received from having a daughter with special needs. ABOUT ALICIA: Alicia S. Jones is a Louisiana native who resides in the Los Angeles, California area.  She is the COO and Director of Events for Smokey Note Entertainment and Vice President of Southern University Alumni Los Angeles Chapter.  She earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Southern University A&M College (Baton Rouge).  She has been happily married to her husband Gregory for 29 years, and they are proud parents of their special needs angel, Genesis.  CONNECT WITH ALICIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciasuttonjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sentencedtolivebook/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/aliciasjones1 Email: info@sentencedtolive.com To purchase her book "Sentenced to Live:" https://www.amazon.com/Sentenced-Live-Alicia-S-Jones/dp/0999075594/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=sentenced+to+live&qid=1601500414&sr=8-1 *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre. #audrabryant #I'vegotscars #aliciajones

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Rushion McDonald discusses life after managing and molding the career of Steve Harvey for 16 years. He speaks about what it took for him to re-discover and re-invent himself. #RushionMcDonald #AudraBryant #SteveHarvey ABOUT RUSHION McDONALD: Rushion McDonald is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television and film producer and CEO/Owner of 3815 Media. 3815 Media produces live events, marketing and branding campaigns, and represents top talent like Stephen A. Smith. "Money Making Conversations" is a weekly two-hour radio show hosted by brand architect Rushion McDonald. Making Money Making Conversations celebrates the small business stars in our neighborhoods. It is a voice of information about Entertainment and Entrepreneurship. The show gives the consumer and business owners access to Celebrities like Stephen A. Smith, Bishop T.D.Jakes, Patti LaBelle, Tom Bilyeu, Deion Sanders, La La Anthony, Cedric The Entertainer, and Nick Cannon. Listeners also hear from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Industry Decision Makers in areas including sports, culinary arts, fashion, television, film finance, beauty, and technology. The guests in turn deliver information about career planning, motivation, financial literacy, and how they lead a balanced life. Connect with Rushion McDonald at: https://www.instagram.com/rushionmcdonald/ https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/ https://www.rushionmcdonald.com/ --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Dr. Tongie Scott discusses her experience being a single Mom (with three children by the age of 21), sexual abuse, a lack of connection with her birth father and promiscuity. Here she discusses the work and faith she had to have to pull herself back up and continue to pursue her dream of becoming a medical doctor. #Scars #selfesteem #selflove ABOUT DR. TONGIE SCOTT: Tongie Scott, a.k.a. Dr. Tongie helps countless soon-to-be business owners/individuals live a more productive, dedicated, and purposeful life. Oprah in the Natural. Moses in the Spirit. Born in Columbus, Mississippi, to Annie Brown and Joe Fenton, Dr. Tongie faced unforeseen and unimaginable circumstances.  Being introduced to the importance of establishing a relationship with God through Christ at a very young age; Dr. Tongie has seen firsthand the benefits of this relationship. After attending Caldwell High School and graduating a year early, Dr. Tongie quickly learned that life needed a plan of action. Forced to discontinue her studies at Mississippi University for Women in the fall of 1988, Dr. Tongie focused on becoming a great Mother to her three children: Ty, Tryone, and Morgan.  But as life would have it, Dr. Tongie, in 1992, was diagnosed with malignant papillary carcinoma of the thyroid. After treatment of radiation therapy, Dr. Tongie was finally ready to thrust herself into life. Upon matriculating into medical school at 31 years old; Dr. Tongie proved to herself and her children that no matter how old you are if you believe that you can and deserve to be “here”; you will.  Before launching interactive shows such as Talk to Tongie (featured on Facebook Live) and the Dr. Tongie Show, (featured on LA Talk Radio), Dr. Tongie served several years as the CEO of Me and My Nanna, LLC-A Home Care Company.  And as a medical consultant for families looking for skilled facilities, convalescent homes and assisted living facilities for their loved ones. After a successful career helping adult students discover their passion in medicine and serving as an in-demand motivational and inspirational speaker; Dr. Tongie now creates opportunities for those who desire to truly discover who they were born to be by asking five (5) simple questions: (1) Who are you?; (2) Where are you from?; (3) What can you do (your abilities)?; (4) Why were you born?; and (5) What is your destiny? She believes that the individual who can answer those questions will cause a shift in their lives, and they will be the change they want to see in themselves. When not traveling, Dr. Tongie enjoys spending time with her family and dancing. One of her favorite places to go and have fun...a Zumba Class. Connect with Dr. Tongie Scott at: https://www.instagram.com/drtongieshow/ https://www.drtongieshow.com/ --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Brandon shares his experience not meeting his Dad until he was 18-years-old and the work he put in to acknowledge and embrace his emotions. He also describes just how instrumental his mother and other male role models were in shaping who he is today while offering advice to young men who may be in a similar situation. #Fathers #FatherFigure #Scars --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e --- About Brandon: ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND ACCOLADES ARE NO STRANGER TO BRANDON FRAME, BUT WHAT MAKES HIM EXTRAORDINARY IS THE HUMILITY AND SERVANT-LEADERSHIP THAT MARKS HIS LIFE. WITH THE EDUCATION HE RECEIVED AT MOREHOUSE COLLEGE, BRANDON HAS APPLIED HIS PASSION FOR BUSINESS AND EDUCATION TOWARDS THE GOAL OF CREATING CONCRETE AVENUES FOR YOUTH TO DEVELOP INTO POSITIVE AND UPSTANDING MEN AND WOMEN. HIS ORGANIZATION, THEBLACKMANCAN, INC. IS AN OASIS OF RESOURCES FOR BOTH AFRICAN AMERICAN AND GLOBAL COMMUNITIES . IN JUST SEVEN YEARS THE ORGANIZATION HAS GAINED AN INTERNATIONAL FOLLOWING AND ENDEAVORS TO CHANGE AND PROMOTE A POSITIVE NARRATIVE OF BLACK LIVES. THEBLACKMANCAN INSTITUTE, COMPRISED OF A NETWORK OF OVER 200 MENTORS HAS IMPACTED OVER 3,500 YOUNG MEN, HAS TRAVELED TO SEVERAL COMMUNITIES SUCH ATLANTA,GA, NEW YORK CITY, AND MORE, TO UPLIFT, EDUCATE, AND INSPIRE YOUNG MEN OF COLOR. BRANDON HAS NEVER FORGOTTEN HIS HOME STATE OF CONNECTICUT, THEBLACKMANCAN INSTITUTE HAS IMPACTED THE COMMUNITIES OF HARTFORD, NEW HAVEN, WATERBURY, NORWICH, NEW LONDON AND WINDSOR. BRANDON CURRENTLY SERVES AS THE DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS AND DEVELOPMENT AT HIGH SCHOOL INC. IN HARTFORD, CT. THERE BRANDON HAS IMPLEMENTED A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PROGRAM BY COINING THE PHRASE, "TAKING STUDENTS FROM THE CLASSROOM TO THE BOARDROOM." HE IS THE AUTHOR OF THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED INTERACTIVE JOURNAL, "DEFINE YOURSELF, REDEFINE THE WORLD: A GUIDED JOURNAL FOR BOYS AND MEN OF COLOR. FOR HIS SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY BRANDON HAS RECEIVED THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DRUM MAJOR AWARD, 40 UNDER 40, CHANGE MAKER OF THE YEAR, PRODUCER OF THE YEAR FOR HIS TELEVISION SHOW BUILDING MINDS FOREVER AND WAS NAMED NEXT IN CLASS IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATION BY BLACK ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION. BRANDON IS ALSO THE CO-FOUNDER OF THE AWARD-WINNING TWITTER CHAT #HIPHOPED, CREATOR OF THE POWER COUPLE BRUNCH. HIS WORK HAS BEEN FEATURED IN THE BOSTON GLOBE, BLACK BRIDE MAGAZINE, THE GRIO, CBS NEW YORK, AFRO-AMERICAN NEWSPAPER, FOX CONNECTICUT AND THE HARTFORD COURANT. HIS GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT IS BEING A COMMUNITY MEMBER WHO RISES TO THE CHALLENGE OF BUILDING A GENERATION, BY BEING THE EXAMPLE OF CHANGE HE WISHES TO SEE.  HE IS DETERMINED TO BE DIFFERENT, BE GREAT AND NEVER STOP. Connect with Brandon at: https://www.instagram.com/brandonframe/ https://www.instagram.com/theblackmancan/ Click here to purchase the guided journal Brandon describes in the interview: https://www.amazon.com/Define-Yourself-Redefine-World-Journal/dp/1481933140/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=brandon+frame&qid=1597858013&sr=8-4 --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Tabitha discusses her 22-year journey toward the fulfillment of her dream. She talks about the specific roadblocks and pitfalls she experienced and just how important it was for her to listen to God's voice to navigate her way through it all. #TabithaBrown #Vegan #Scars --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e --- ABOUT TABITHA: A small town girl from Eden, North Carolina, Tabitha Brown is a Wife, Mom, Actress and Vegan food Influencer.  Tabitha is known for her loving demeanor, and her honest, viral, and comedic food reviews!  She has been featured on GMA3 Strahan, Sara & Keke, Buzzfeed, Tasty, Now This Food, and Goodful just to name a few. Millions of fans tune in weekly for her live cooking shows on Facebook,  quick recipes on Tik Tok, funny stories and inspirational post on all of her social media platforms! She is a Brand Ambassador for Whole Foods Market Plant based Living and is responsible for making the TTLA sandwich go viral and become available worldwide!  As an actress Tabitha has had multiple TV and Film appearances such as The Ellen Degeneres Show, (NBC) Will &Grace, Bounce TV's Family Time & Stone Cold Christmas, (Netflix) Freeform's Switched at Birth, and I am Still Here(Now playing on Amazon Prime).  While all of these accomplishments are great Tabitha finds the most JOY in simply spreading love and light to all and helping others see the world and food differently! She travels the country speaking at different events sharing her story of how going Plant Based saved and changed her life!  Her prayer is that God continues to use her to help people all over the world! Connect with Tabitha at: https://www.instagram.com/iamtabithabrown/ https://www.facebook.com/ActressTabithaBrown/ --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Jamal Hill discusses his experience with Charcot- Marie- Tooth disease and how it has affected his body, impacted his dreams as an Olympic hopeful and the life lessons he has learned along the way. ABOUT JAMAL: Jamal Hill is an American Paralympic Swimmer & self proclaimed Aqua-preneur. He was diagnosed with Charcot- Marie- Tooth 1X, and has used his condition as a form of empowerment instead of impairment. Leading into the Tokyo 2021 Paralympic Games, Jamal is ranked #1 in the nation for several individual events. Jamal's brand, ‘ Swim Up Hill ‘ has a mission to teach 1,000,000 people to swim and to inspire millions more through community impact and tech integration.  Join the 'Swim Up Hill' movement by following: @swimuphill' on Instagram, or visiting the ‘www.swimuphill.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swimuphill/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swimuphill/Jamal Hill Twitter: https://twitter.com/swimuphill?lang=en www.swimuphill.com --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** #Audrabryant #ivegotscarsbaby #Scars In this episode, Jonathan talks about his experience being a successful model and the explosion that changed his life forever! ABOUT JONATHAN: Jonathan Campos Ramirez is from Salinas, California. He is a 31-year-old burn survivor, barber, and motivational speaker who has spoken on panels throughout the world. His goal is to help people reach their full potential and inspire them through his story.  Jonathan owns two barbershops in San Diego, California called Dame and Dapper, and has been blessed to work with many celebrities and public figures. He also has an organization called ‘Cut on Purpose' through which he travels the world teaching underprivileged youth how to cut hair.  Connect with Jonathan at:   https://www.instagram.com/welcome_to_mi_vida/ https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.deleon.144 https://www.instagram.com/dame_and_dapper_sd/ --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Scott St. Patrick discusses his experience as an actor recently diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). He speaks about how it has affected him as an actor and shifted his outlook on life.  ABOUT SCOTT: Scott St. Patrick is an American writer and actor from Westchester, NY. Classically trained, Scott has studied with such stalwarts in theatre like Deena Levy, Trudy Steibl, and Rochelle Oliver at HB Studios. His passion and studies have led him to work with major repertoire theatres on and off Broadway; including starring in the smash faith based production, “Laid Off” at the Hammerstein Ballroom. Since moving to Los Angeles in 2009, Scott has appeared in a variety of commercials, Independent films, and theatre productions. However, his staple has been the production of his spellbinding, one-man play, “Act God” which was executive produced by mentor and friend Don B. Welch.  In addition to acting, Scott has a strong passion for bringing awareness to social issues through his writing. The recent shootings of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, two black men shot and killed by law enforcement in 2016, prompted Scott to write the controversial play Minority Report in September of 2016. Not only was the show well received (Standing Room Only) but it is currently being used by several colleges and universities as a part of their diversity initiatives.    Connect with Scott at: https://www.instagram.com/scottstpatrick/ --- #IveGotScarsBaby #MS #MultipleSclerosis *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products Connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and        https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Daarina and Nick share their experience living with sickle cell disease and how it has impacted their health, relationships, career and shifted their outlook on life.   #SickleCell #Scars #AudraBryant Daarina Marie produced her first pilot for Endemol in 2007, spurring her move to Los Angeles from her native Chicago. She graduated, with honors, with her B.A. in Television Production and Directing from Columbia College Chicago. Since then, she has worked on and produced for a variety of top-rated television shows including America's Got Talent and The X-Factor, as well projects for OWN, ABC, Facebook Watch, FOX, HBO Max, Netflix and more. She's always enjoyed the art of storytelling. Taking advantage of creative opportunities at an early age, allowed her to land in the Smithsonian at only 10-years-old and have her first play she wrote at 11-years-old, get selected to tour. Currently, she is the creator and director of the award-winning digital series “Chronicles of a Dark Child In Hollywood.” In the series, real people share their truths, through comedy, about their most awkward experiences and what it's like being a person of color in Hollywood. Her goal with creating it is to help change the narrative for African-Americans and other POCs everywhere by creating a dialogue. Although the series highlights stories told by people in the entertainment industry, POCs anywhere and in any profession can relate. In her free time, she loves thrifting and mentoring teens for the Sickle Cell Disease Foundation of California. You can connect with Daarina at:  instagram.com/darkchildnhwood Nick Reynolds is a sickle cell warrior an actor/bodybuilding taking the world by storm. His motto is: “The scars of your past give you strength for the future.”   You can connect with Nick at: http://instagram.com/official_natefox --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/974806764e Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products You can connect with Audra at:  Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby and        https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant  --- Audra's Story:  Audra was burned at a year and a half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16, and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience, Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET, and VH1. Audra has taken her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre in Hollywood to several sold-out shows.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Leon discusses how men handle their scars, how societal perception has scarred both he and his daughter and how childhood victimization has affected him as a man and an artist. ABOUT LEON: He lifts his voice and something just like magic happens.  His first note.  The enchantment.  Your heart opens.  Then you smile.  Leon Timbo delivers everything you need in music. You listen and you know its genuine.  Raw, jagged, unrefined soul laced with pure, silky, captivating vocals.  He delivers transparency. With every emotionally enriched, love-centric tune, his transparency forces us to also be transparent. While others wonder how to categorize the spiritual, folksy, soulful, blues-laden, R&B-spiked, Motown-influenced delivery of the Jacksonville, Florida native, he has been busy being unable to be categorized. His expressive style and range offers logical explanation for his broad-based appeal and in his eclectic authenticity, he has managed to sing his way into the hearts of industry favorites Quincy Jones, R. Kelly, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, and more. Artistically, Leon Timbo is passionate about what love is and what love is not.  He stands poised to be the voice without reservation that expresses accurately the difference between the two. “I feel like the emptiness in musical expression stems from us being afraid to be transparent to not be perfect, to not do it right, to not just say ‘I'm sorry,' but to actually be transparent enough to say why. Without that, I think we're missing a huge piece of what our music is. Being that that's who I am, I feel like I'm special – and that my message is special – for this moment.” Leon's Timbo's Non-Profit Organization UNIFI , and Mentoring initiative “Leon Timbo and Me” uses a collective of artists, advocates, community leaders, activists and do-gooders that have come together to positively impact the community to create change and address the social issues that plague our community. UNIFI seeks to empower individuals and communities through the creative arts and engagement, providing creatives the opportunity to use their platform and influence to positively impact communities and address social justice issues for good. Leon strongly believes that no matter what position you have in life that everyone can invoke change because "Change Begins With Love." #LeonTimbo #AudraBryant #Ivegotscarsbaby You can stay connected with Leon at:  https://www.instagram.com/leontimbo https://www.instagram.com/leontimboandme --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/7489f6a025 Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products You can stay connected with Audra at:  Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant                     https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsBabyShow  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16 and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET and VH1. Audra then took her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, "The Cage" to several sold out shows.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Bradly discusses his experience having three kidney transplants, being the youngest person on dialysis wherever he went and his battle with depression. Bradly discusses his diagnosis, diet as a teen and dialysis. The path toward his first kidney transplant. Bradly Grizzard is the Co-Founder and Media Director of A Wise Way, an educational platform for youth which interviews professionals and uses their experiences to direct people to a specific career. In his time with A Wise Way Bradly has helped raised thousands of dollars for the Boys and Girls Clubs in his hometown and has run successful “proof of concept” career hubs that have impacted thousands of youth at the Los Angeles Convention Center with YoMo-LA and Mobile World Congress-LA. You can connect with Bradly at: https://www.instagram.com/blaqcrain/ http://awiseway.com/ https://www.CyrusAusar.com You can connect with Bradly at: https://www.instagram.com/blaqcrain/ http://awiseway.com/ https://www.CyrusAusar.com #AudraBryant #Scars #Dialysis *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower": https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/7... Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSf... For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products You can connect with Audra at: Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscars... and                     https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IveGotScarsB... Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant ABOUT AUDRA: Audra was burned at a year and half, had six surgeries between the ages of 2 and 16 and did not look at herself in the mirror until she was 25 years old. As a person, who has experienced trauma and was left with physical remnants of it, she was then able to do the work necessary to embrace her scars and become empowered by them. Because of her experience Audra wrote her song “Scars”, created the I've Got Scars Baby! Podcast and has been performing and holding personal empowerment workshops across the country. From Detroit native to Los Angeles artist and producer, Audra has also performed at such venues as the Disney Music Hall (LA), The Kennedy Center (Washington DC), The World Children's Festival of Theatre (Copenhagen, Denmark), The House of Blues Sunset (LA) and The Comedy Store (LA), Laugh Factory (LA) and The Comedy Union (LA). As a Producer, Audra has worked for several network TV shows including: America's Got Talent, Steve Harvey's Big Time, and The Tom Joyner Show as well as shows on Netflix, BET and VH1. Audra then took her creativity to the stage as the writer and producer of her first play entitled, The Cage at the Stella Adler Theatre in Hollywood to several sold out shows.

***** This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. I've Got Scars Baby listeners get 10% off their first month at: http://betterhelp.com/IveGotScarsBaby  It's always a good time to invest in yourself. Turn your scars into your superpower! ***** Let's meet Danielle Ragland (Actor, Comedian and Producer) to discuss her experience with her scars (scoliosis). Danielle is 4'5” and she talks about how her stature and perception of herself has impacted her life.  --- Danielle is an actor, comedian and producer. At 4'5”, she loves using comedy to help people see the world from her point of view. Born and raised in Detroit, MI Danielle's focus is to use the power of comedy to change the world by helping others view life from a different perspective. #AudraBryant #DanielleRagland #Scoliosis You can stay connected with Danielle at:  https://www.instagram.com/iamdanniedevare https://www.facebook.com/danniedevare  --- *Free Gift for You: "3 Ways to Turn Your Scars Into Your Superpower":  https://witty-composer-7238.ck.page/7489f6a025 Check out Audra's Music video “Scars”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9omSfX-IMkE For Coaching Inquiries: https://www.audrabryant.com/products You can stay connected with Audra at:  Website: https://www.audrabryant.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audraabryant                       https://www.instagram.com/ivegotscarsbaby   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/audraabryant  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudraABryant