Just Bloom w/Kiki Orr

On this episode I talk to Stephanie Varone a talented singer, songwriter and performer. She's lead singer of the band “Starlette's Web” and my cast mate of the hit dating reality series, My Mom, Your Dad on HBO Max. We talk what it was like to come in the house late, the constant meddling in her dates and how she handled it with grace, also masculine and feminine energy has it impacted her dating experience. What has she learned about herself; Oh yes, is she single and ready to mingle?   To find out more about Stephanie: https://www.stephanievarone.com/about-1

This episode I talked with everyone's favorite gal from, My Mom, Your Dad Trish. Trish's profile reads, Just a mom, making memories. She is doing that and so much more.  She is, as she appears, funny, thoughtful, loving and a light.  You will get to experience more of Trish as we talk about family, being a content creator, the importance of giving back. Imagine never being asked, what's next, or what brings you joy? Well, Trish answered those questions and so much more. And while she didn't get a man on the show, she got what her spirit called for...listen to find out what?   You can find Trish on:   Instagram TikTok

 On this episode of Just Bloom I connect with my cast member from #MyMomYourDad, Deneia. She is Cleveland born, beautiful, mother of two, and newly empty nester. Deneia has a clarity, confidence and a fearlessness that she didn't have access to, until now. We talked pushing through her fears, MJ, and what's next. Listen in so that you can experience, The Deneia Affect.   Follow Deneia on:  Instagram

On this episode you'll get to hear Destiny and I share  a bit about our experience on the new dating reality series, My, Mom Your Dad on HBO. Parents have the flings. Kids pull the strings.  Mother and daughter dynamic duo, you don't have to believe me take a listen for yourself.  IG: DestinyOrr_ Blog:https://manifestdest.com/

This episode I recap my mother's day weekend, it's the first one we spent without our mom.  In celebration of Mother's Day it's only fitting that this episode be dedicated to my mother, Vanessa Brown.  She's taught me not by what she said, but how she lived.   

This episode I talk to Coach Gessie, CEO of Detox Living.  It is filled with so much passion and love to aid in our healing. So yes, It's primarily about fibroids, however because Coach Gessie takes a holistic approach to healing, inflammatory diseases such as Diabetes and Heart Disease are included, men you're welcome to listen in too.  I'm going to borrow a few lines from Coach Gessie that you will hear her say in this podcast 1) when it comes to fibroids you're not alone 2) lets center our health & healing 3)  when we shift our thoughts can begin to shift your health. it's a lifestyle! Click here for more information on DETOX LIVING  music: http://diggydiamond.com/  Click here for more information on DETOX LIVING  music: http://diggydiamond.com/ 

This episode I talk to Layra Marte of Layra Marz Photography, and she's gifting you all with a FREE ebook, 5 Steps to DIY your own Self Portrait Session. Listen to find out why.  The other reason to listen is to see if you too experience all the feel goods that I did, and let me know if it is a) how Layra celebrates women through her lens, literally. b) that she left a career of eleven years to become a photographer, with very little experience c) how women go from changing in the private to changing right on set? Talk about being liberated! Decide for yourself.  Free ebook and/or book a session: Layra Marz (Ebook / Session) Podcast Music: Diggy Diamond

Here's what I know about Black women, when it comes to getting our hair done and adorning beautiful styles, we don't play. I know, I don't. However, I  also know when it comes to understanding what works best for the health of my hair I could use help outside of Youtube University.  That's where the expertise of Simeko Hartley comes in.  She's coined the phrase "Primary Hair Care Specialist." And after listening you will surely want to sign up for the  Own Your Natural 28-Day Healthy Hair Course. Join via:The Natural Hair Care Hub This episode I connect with Simeko Hartley an award-winning entrepreneur, cosmetologist, podcaster, author, master trainer, and business coach. She is passionate about educating women about their natural hair and business. Did I mention she also homeschools her children? We touch on how she's teaching them about entrepreneurship.  Simply fantastic!    

In this episode I connect to and with Jaymee Vee of Finding Jaymee a 28-year-old educator by day, author and wellness professional by night.  I was extremely excited,  you could hear it. I wanted to pack it all in.  This is an episode you will want to hear and invite others to the listen too, because Jayme says, "It's up to a lot of other people who are on their healing journey, who can identify these things to help  promote someone else's healing journey."  She does just that with her book,  Do the Work: Let’s Heal, which you can find on Amazon now. as Jaymee shares authenticity, courageously, and powerfully her story using her voice, now that she's found it. The book provides actions steps to aid us in healing if you're interested and open to doing the work. This episode may contain subject matters where some that may have experienced trauma may find triggering   Websites: Findingjaymee.com Instagram.com/findingjaymee   Resources:   Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673   https://hopecenterharlem.org/ Therapy For Black Girls https://www.kyndconsulting.com/ ThriveNYC- you have access to various programs and can also sign up to receive free mental health trainings https://thrivenyc.cityofnewyork.us/ *podcast has been edited from the youtube version to fit format

This episode I talk to Kyndra Frazier, Founder and CEO of KYND (Knowing Yourself In Need of Devotion) Consulting, Inc. the conversation ran the gamut, find out who Kyndra is, the services she provides, and the advice she shares about doing it afraid. It's apparent that Kyndra loves what she does, and therefore she gets to share it. #sharingiscaring   https://www.kyndconsulting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kyndconsulting/ https://www.instagram.com/kyndconsulting/       music: Diggy Diamond  

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month and this episode I talked to TaKeesha White, Licensed Therapist and Master Life Coach and  friend in real life.   We talk about her at-home birth during this pandemic, as TaKeesha welcomed her twins, rounding her family out to three. Therapy, specifically within the black community has such a stigma associated with it.  If you’ve ever resisted the thought of therapy, know your thoughts and fears aren’t unwarranted.   TaKeesha provides insight to the possible root of those fears, and the work that so many have and continue to do in shifting the paradigm; which is why we want you to Rethink Therapy.  Rethink Therapy: Visit https://www.takeeshawhite.com/ to get a consultation and to sign up for her TEA Time  Devotional which supports you with working through your Thoughts Emotions and Actions. Additional Resources: Therapy for Black Girls (find a therapist): https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ ThriveNYC- you have access to various programs and can also sign up to receive free mental health trainings https://thrivenyc.cityofnewyork.us/ Takeesha White featured: Good Morning America https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/city-benches-encouraging-conversations-mental-health-64774855 The Breakfast Club https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uxx3QGjzHU&feature=youtu.be    

We are heading into Lupus Awareness Month.  This episode I talk to Nina Miller about Lupus, how faith got her through, and she lets us know that you can win from the neck up. Find out what she means by that. Lupus Awareness

This episode I invited a few good friends to share their reflections on what have they uncovered, discovered, created, and/or are letting go of since being quarantined. Thank you friends! Naima Bergen @naiiiiiiimaaa Monica Dennis @sojourner4truth Ben Hey! benheyallday Betsy Munoz @betscanpersonalizeit Rachel Ibrahim rachael_ibrahim Tanisha  

What level is your emotional fuel tank on? Have you experienced yourself frustrated with homeschooling? Are you serving as a Teaching Assistant, and/or  Dean of Students?  In this episode I share my personal experience and how I'm pivoting in this new normal (COVID19 Pandemic). FREE emotional support: 1-844-863-9314 Resources for Businesses: Business Support Assistance & Guidance for JobSeekers & Businesses FREE Fitcamp Instagram @Ms.Transforher

This episode I chat with Executive Director/CEO Robinson Lynn. He shares about the amazing work Momentum Education is doing.  He took the helm of the organization at twenty two years old, and was a protégé of Robin Lynn, his mother, an international trainer who was recognized by the South African government for her role in the dismantling of the apartheid system.   Since it is Women's History Month, I wanted to know how the organization elevates women and when his isn’t working what brings him joy; is it: A: Cooking B: Battle Rap C: Playing Basketball D:  All the above

It's Women's History month and we kick it off honoring everyday, extraordinary women within our communities.  Find out who they are as we celebrate them. I am...  

What do you do after you experience a catastrophic loss? How do you gather yourself and go on?  What’s Life After? On this episode my guest Sallome "Sallomazing" Hralima explores these questions and so much more, as she shares how she reinvented herself after the tragic death of her parents which also led her on a crusade; and how planning for death has allowed her to LIVE differently.  You can put your affairs in order with your family and friends in a very creative way. Check out After.Community and their product offering. They really shift how you plan for your end of life. Follow Sallome’s journey on Instagram and Facebook

In this brief Valentine's Day episode, I share how I manifested love, not once but twice at the Post Office. And I share the advice that a fourth or fifth grader bestowed upon me. Happy Valentine's Day!

It's Black History Month and this episode I talk to Najha Zigbi-Johnson, Freedom School Founder & Leader. "What does it mean to be committed to material change work; not just thinking about scholarships and talking for the sake of talking and sounding fancy, but what's our work in service of. Is it in service of something larger than ourselves?" Najha explores her own question.  She shares about: Prison Reform, Bridging Community, Legacy, and Black Women. Najha Zigbi-Johnson, MTS '20, African and African Studies Concentrator - Harvard Divinity School Also, check out Najha's piece,  Afrosurrealism and the Absurd: Making Sense of Love, Life, and Death in “Queen and Slim”She analyzes and theoretically contextualizes the movie Queen and Slim.

On this episode Christa David shares all that she was able to create for herself since quitting her six-figure income job.  She was clear on her goals; which is to make art, have ultimate time/freedom, and make money to build generational wealth.  She's doing it, and so much more.  Get your pen and paper ready she's dropping gems. To view Christa’s art, which you will want to own, click here. Christa’s here to be of service and invites questions.

This episode (Part 1) Artist and Entrepreneur Christa David shares how the practice of consistency was essential to her taking the leap of faith from being employed to becoming SELF-employed. If you've ever wonder if you can do it, Christa shares how.   

This episode I talked with Dr. Sunne-Ryse S. Smith about her newly released book, Spiritually Woke & Principal, A Journey to Spiritual Awareness and Inspiration, 7 Principles 7 Week. Our conversation ran the gamut from mental health to of course spirituality.  Dr. Sunne-Ryse shares tools and tips to support us as we usher in this new decade. Be ready to be spiritually fed.  She is an inspirational trainer, speaker, mentor, and author. She is known for motivating people to live with a greater sense of self-awareness and purpose in life. Throughout the course of her professional journey Dr. Sunne-Ryse has been consistently described as a thought-provoking, intuitive, and results-driven facilitator with a gift of inspiration. Her mission is to inspire people to live out their God-designed purpose with confidence and joy!

This episode I share about what I experienced as a bout of depression and it lasted for a couple of months, I was withdrawn, could only do what was absolutely necessary, and was grateful for what I called a "good day."  When they say check on your “strong” friends, it’s not a notion, it’s necessary.  If you suspect that you or someone you know is experiencing depression here are some resources: @therapyforblackgirls a national database of black therapist. Visit NYC.gov to to get info on FREE Mental Health First Aide Training (MHFA) teaches you how to identify signs of mental health distress, or substance use issues in your community. Next Episode: I follow up with Dr. Sunne-Ryse S. Smith an inspirational speaker, trainer, and spiritual mentor.  Her new book is titled, Spiritually Woke.

This episode I talked with my amazing two adult, and teen daughter about what I shared spoken and unspoken regarding "losing" their virginity.  We explore sexuality, consent, positive body image, and they share what they would have told their younger self about sex. In this case, their younger self looked much like their little sis. 

"No" may be a complete sentence, however YES is where the magic lives. We should say it as often as possible, not out of obligation; out of having the courage and conviction to move forward even though you may not have it all figured out. You'll learn as you go. 

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