Kitchen Table Conversations w/ Chef Diana

We are now living in so much uncertainty, but there is one of may things we can be certain of, death. In the unfortunate circumstance, are you protected? Are your loved ones protected. When we think of life insurance we think of it as a way to help with burial and funeral costs among other essentials. Have you considered it as a way to live, as an asset to secure your family's future. Meet Dannielle S Lewis, as we have a conversation about protecting our assets and our future while building generational wealth with life insurance. Dannielle S. Lewis is a mother of 4, wife, and serial entrepreneur. However, her main goal is to show individuals, especially mothers how to level up in their lives with insurance policies. It gives her great pleasure in life to teach the Living Benefit principles of life insurance policies and show how you can become the bank of your family. For more information about Dannielle S. Lewis follow themadeupagent and to learn more about her business go to  https://www.smithlewisinsurance.com/

Sometimes we lose, sometimes we learn. Life happens to the best of us, so what doe we do to gain our confidence back after losing. Listen in on the conversation as Dominique share some advice and wisdom, empowering women to wear confidence as a shield! Don't leave home without confidence as your superpower. For more information about Dominique Haughton and the Confidence Academy The Chic Confidence Coach For more information about Diana Riley and her published works Books by Diana Riley

As I embark on a new journey and transition in my life as a single mama, I did some reflection and became more self aware. I talk about some lessons learned that you may have as well learned or experienced too. I share them not only for myself as a reminder but for other women. This thing called life sometimes gets challenging but through it all we learn a new way doing and a new way of becoming. Listen and hopefully gather some takeaways. 

This short pause has been about self reflection and self love to become a better person. I have also been busy trying to keep up with myself during some of my biggest life challenges. Welcome back. I'm ready to embark on this new life I have already began to create. My guests and I will share their perspective on various topics in the journey of life.

Dr. Tamara Beckford is a physician entrepreneur. She attended medical school in Newark, NJ and trained in emergency medicine in Philadelphia currently based in Houston where she works for two large healthcare systems in Texas. As a board-certified emergency physician with over 10 years of experience working in hospitals, Dr. Tamara has treated it all from heart attacks, to strokes, gunshot wounds and delivered babies. Most recently, she has been at the front line battling the surge of COVID-19. For more information on Dr. Tamara Beckford contact drbeckford@urcaringdocs.com and visit her website http://www.urcaringdocs.com/ She and Chef Diana have a conversation about why telemedicine can be a cost-effective way to get care, types of ailments that can be treated with telemedicine, what you can implement now in your lifestyle for disease prevention, how to build a relationship with your physician, and tips about staying healthy during the pandemic  

The Freedom Teacher, Tonia Askins is an international business advisor, publisher, speaker and thought leader who has serviced emerging entrepreneurs, nonprofits, existing small business owners and corporations for over twenty years globally. Forging forward with a mission to foster vibrant business communities, she presides as the Louisiana State Director for SCORE, the largest network of mentors serving the small business community across the United States. When she's not working in business or writing books she is enjoying time with her husband of over 20 years and 3 wonderful kids ages 22, 18 and 15. For inquiries for business or publishing services call 1-866-5LetsGo or email Tonia Askins. To learn more about Tonia visit www.thefreedomteacher.com  

Have you ever wondered “how does she do that?” Have you ever been told “you’re doing too much?” Have you ever tried to fit all your full life plates on the kitchen table? Here you will find insight into the lives of women just like you, their story is told to help you get a better understanding of alignment in everyday challenges women endure and godly wisdom for the challenge. We will learn to work gracefully not hard. Are you ready? Grace at the Kitchen Table is prayers, inspiration, support, and encouragement to reclaim our time and maintain a work life balance without regrets. This movement is not just about cooking in our home or eating with family at the Kitchen Table but understanding why this is important and how we can take care of ourselves so that we can be whole and ready to care of our families' desires. Available Now. www.bit.ly/dianariley  

Sharon C. Jenkins; the Inspirational Principal for The McWriting Services.  Known as The Master Communicator and The Literary Midwife, she has mastered multiple forms of media communications in both writing and speaking. She has a Master's Degree in Education, is certified in nonprofit management and is a certified Virtual Authors Assistant.  She is an award-winning and best-selling author and has helped hundreds of authors birth or market their book babies. Sharon has been a featured blogger on Huffington Post, The Good Men Project, Self-Published Author, Afrovibesradio.com, and Book Marketing Tools. She also hosts an Internet radio show, Luminance, on Galaxy Gospel Radio (www.galaxygospelradio.com). For more information, contact her at sharon@mcwritingservices.com. She and Chef Diana will give guidance on how to write and publish your book as well as how to overcome the challenges authors face. Join the conversation. Follow Kitchen Table Conversations

Born and raised in New Orleans, LA. Rosalind Armstrong-Woodfox, is one of four siblings.  She has been blessed in marriage to Dwayne for 26 years.  She is also the proud mother of 4 and proud grandmother of one. Rosalind is a graduate of the University of New Orleans where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science.  She also served 8 years in the United States Army Reserve.   Rosalind is a founding member of Household of Faith Family Worship Church International, where Pastor Antoine M. Barriere is the Pastor and her Spiritual Father.  She published her 1st book in 2018 entitled My Story, My Testimony, My Deliverance which tells of her real life experiences growing up and how she was delivered and healed of 2 incurable diseases. She is the Founder of ROSE, Reaching Our Sisters Everyday, helping souls break free of their painful past, receive emotional healing and walk in deliverance. In June 2019 she began a mentoring program for young girls ages 14-21 called Daughter of a ROSE.  Rosalind is a servant, a mentor, a counselor, an author, a worshipper, an exhorter, and a prayer warrior.  You will always find her serving and meeting the needs of God’s people and getting her “praise on”!   Her daily motivation is, Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace and not evil but to give you an expected end.” Chef Diana and Elder Rosalind have a conversation about the importance of prayer. We gather together at the kitchen table to pray for families.  For more information on her ministry connect here ROSE Reaching Our Sisters Everyday Grace at the Kitchen Table  

Chef Johnene Joy Breaux is a talented and highly skilled personal chef with over six (6) years in the culinary industry.  Chef Johnene graduated in May 2016 from Nicholls State University with a Bachelors of Science in Culinary Arts. Shortly after graduating, she begin her personal chef journey working for A-list clients.  She worked a schedule with Chef D'Antoine Hills for about a year and decided to come home for good in April of 2017. Working as a personal chef enabled Chef Johnene to travel the world and cook for other celebrities such as Nicki Minaj and  Lauren London to name a few. Currently Chef Johnene is living in Los Angeles, CA working as a full time private chef. She has been featured in and on the cover of Thibodaux/Houma, Louisiana's "Bayou Gourmet Cookbook" 41st Anniversary Premium Edition, March 2016, which details her culinary journey along with the recipe for her signature dish, Scallops Lafourche. She was also chosen to be one of the distinguished judges for the 2016"4-H Great American Seafood Cook Off" hosted at the Louisiana Foodservice & Hospitality Expo in New Orleans, LA.  She and Chef Diana will discuss the journey and work schedule of her private chef life.  Follow Chef Johnene Taste of Joy LLC

Bridget Kaigler, CPA, CGMA, CMA, MBA has been captivating individuals most of her life with inspiring and motivational messages. Bridget’s approachable personality and life experiences enable her to engage with colleagues, peers, and working professionals to deliver favorable results and most importantly, promote open communication. Bridget’s humble beginnings and non-traditional path to becoming a CPA was the foundation and encouragement to begin her own company, Bringing Leadership Back (BLB), LLC. BLB was founded to help aspiring leaders grow. BLB offers a variety of services with a primary focus on leadership development and career services. Bridget is a seasoned professional with more than twenty years of experience. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration from University of Phoenix. She and Chef Diana have a conversation about leadership role in your home as a single parent or career woman. Every one is a leader because someone is always looking and learning. Follow inspirational messages and current events for Bringing Leadership Back, LLC: LinkedIn – Bridget Kaigler, CPA, CGMA, CMA, MBA; FB @BringingLeadershipBack; IG – @bringing_leadership_back

Chef Jennifer Hill Booker has taken her Southern culinary heritage, her belief in healthy, seasonal foods and her classic French training to create a unique cuisine — Modern Southern Healthy Cuisine with a French Accent. ​Chef Jennifer’s culinary path has not always been a linear one. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Tulsa before graduating first in her class; eighteen months later, with an Associate of Occupational Science from Oklahoma State Institute of Technology. Extensive travel while married to a United States Army Officer pushed Jennifer to blaze a trail that fit her unique situation-a female African American chef, living abroad. As a result, her culinary company Your Resident Gourmet was born. Twenty years later Jennifer finds herself once again blazing culinary trails as she wears many culinary hats as chef, cookbook author of Field Peas to Foie Gras: Southern Recipes with a French Accent and Dinner Déjà Vu: Southern Tonight, French Tomorrow, reality TV personality, culinary educator and business owner. Her focused attention to detail came through loud and clear when she was a contestant on the Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen competition food show. She is an inspiration and role model for girls and modern women who are balancing life’s many challenges. Please visit Chef Jennifer's website ChefJenniferHillBooker

Jessica Litman is the founder and creative director of The Organized Mama, a professional organizing and media company based out of Chicago, IL. Over the past 7 years, Jessica and her team have helped countless families get organized through in-home services, speaking engagements, and blog + video tutorials. Jessica has been named "Family Organizing Expert" by People.com, and has had her work featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Parents Magazine, and The Boston Globe. Find Jessica on the following social media links: Facebook Pinterest YouTube Instagram

In our Chef Life series we have conversations with like-minded women chefs who give their all for their dream and passion of being a chef. This episode features Chef Judith Cage known as Chef Judy. She is an Army Veteran with a passion for cooking and love for people. Her professional ambition and sense of community coupled with her hard work and entrepreneurial spirit have turned her passion and love into three North Carolina restaurants and three appearances on the Food Network; Chopped, Cutthroat Kitchen, and Restaurant Impossible. Chef Judy found her delight for food while growing up in Chicago cooking for friends and siblings. She continually shares her skills in the kitchen, love of laughter, and desire to see others succeed in their dreams while accomplishing her own. Judy is the proud owner of Let Me Cater to You catering company in Fayetteville, NC, as well as Chef Judy's Jaguar Grill in Smithfield, NC, Let Me Cater to You in Pope Army Air Field, NC, and Uptown’s Chicken and Waffles, in Fort Bragg, NC. Follow her on social media Chef Judy Mindful and positive habits, consistency, routines and training is what success look likes for Chef Judy.  

With a professional mandate that You don't have to be rich to look wealthy, The Style Educator Valencia Holland is Founder & Owner of Valencia Holland Enterprises, LLC. Her company provides personal styling and image consulting services to women. Specializing in wardrobe revision, closet organization, and personal shopping. Among her many credentials, Valencia served as the Key Stylist for the 2016 Couture Hair Extension Campaign (working with photographer David Hall of DJHPhotography); as a Volunteer Stylist for Project Hope CT which donates prom dresses, shoes and accessories to underprivileged girls. Let's discover how to shop for our shape and style our body with  a wardrobe that fits our life. For more information on Valencia Holland Find: www.valenciaholland.com Join: The Style Community  Valencia Holland Enterprises Like: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

Chef Robin Lewis is a sought after Personal Chef, Food Consultant, and Lifestyle Blogger. After a decade in the beauty industry, Chef Robin blasted onto the Atlanta culinary scene in 2016.  Chef Robin became a contributing chef to the Atlanta based culinary group, LACE - hosting upscale dinner parties.  A native of Cleveland Ohio,  Chef Robin’s passion for food was developed in her grandmother’s kitchen. Currently, she is the founder and Executive Chef for The R District.  Her company provides unique culinary experience for an array of clients.  For more information about her company The R District or follow her social media here @chefqtrob

Tamika L. Sims is President/CEO of Get Write With Tamika, LLC where she provides Book Writing Strategy Sessions, Author Coaching, and Publishing Consulting. Tamika believes every author is a business and every story is profitable. Tamika also has a passion for women's empowerment. She is Creator and Founder of The Self-Assured Woman Movement, a movement that boasts more than 1,500 women. For more information Tamika Sims or Get Write with Tamika LLC We continue the conversations on relationships. Its time to take the mask off and be freely you. She and Chef Diana discuss the importance of sharing your story to reach others. Tamika also shares when she knew it was the right time to share her story and be vulnerable with others and the people in her community. This conversation hopefully will get you together as Tamika got Chef Diana together on showing up and picking up the phone to reach out to loved ones and people in your circle.  Chef Diana Riley

Felicia D. Young is the founder of Higher Minds of Education LLC.  She received her B.A. from Dillard University and her M.Ed. from Northeastern University.  She has been in the higher education industry for over ten (10) years, working in public, private and community colleges throughout Louisiana.  Felicia has been an active volunteer in her church, community and throughout the region as well as on many college and university colleges.  Currently, she is enrolled in a doctoral program at Gwynedd Mercy University for Educational Leadership to advance her knowledge to aid students in their journey towards a degree in higher education.  Find more information about her services here Higher Minds of Education or contact her directly 318.564.8755 She and Chef Diana discussed the challenges of parenting during a pandemic as an entrepreneur and how to overcome the challenges with advice to endure after the pandemic.  Follow the podcast show on Facebook and continue the conversations. Kitchen Table Conversations Podcast

Mary Reese-Paul is a passionate and spiritual Certified life coach and devoted Child of God.  She leads others towards self-discovery and mental liberation with her daily inspiring messages and journey as a Certified life coach.  In early 2016, Mary launched, MarySeeds Incorporated. It is the foundation of her business as a life coach and motivational speaker. Mary is a compassionate listener, empathy based coach, and determined leader.  Her first Co-Author book, Collaboration, The Woman Behind The Mask released September 2016. Her first stand alone book, a memoir, Paint My World Purple "Color  Changes As Healing Progresses" released in 2017. She encourages you to always, "walk in your purpose and to start planting seeds." For more information: Mary Reese Mary Sowing Seeds

 Irielle Washington, the founder and instructor of Black Masterminds LLC. With a Masters of Arts in Education and as a certified elementary teacher in grades K-5, with six years of extensive experience in all elementary school subjects with English Language Arts and Mathematics being her specialty. Irielle confesses, "I have heard the complaints from families on limited resources and knowledge and I am taking action to eliminate this wide opportunity gap. Become a black mastermind. Not just for your child, but for your grandchildren's future." Join us as we share resources and information to help busy mamas stay informed of their child's education, answers to the concerns about curriculum standards and how to create a parent teacher relationship that is centered around the best interest of the scholar. Contact Irielle Washington Black Masterminds LLC or iriellewashington@blackmasterminds.org

Shevelle Griffin Ford wears many different hats – wife, mom, daughter, sister, author, pharmacist, entrepreneur, evangelist, playwright, and pastor, just to name a few. The author of I’m Not God, I’m Just a Woman, she loves God and loves life! Find more information about her work here Shevelle Ford and her ministry here AJ Ford Ministries She is currently my First Lady, and we have life talks all the time and for some reason, that's unfathomable, I was hesitant about asking her to be my guest but I'm most certainly glad I did. Listen in as we have a conversation discussing the life of a ministry leader sharing the gospel with her husband and operating successful business. She continued in her calling during a crisis called a world pandemic with such grace. Continue the conversations and leave feedback here Kitchen Table Conversations

Jae Shirin is a creative who uses storytelling to teach building authentic healthy connections. Author, relationship blogger, and storyteller; she believes in the power of interconnection and words to bring the adventures of your imagination to life. She just released her first children’s book in 2017 entitled ‘ Way up in the Air', and currently has a blog dedicated to short love stories expressing love, dating, and connection. As an Adlerian Mental health counselor, she has earned her Masters of Arts in mental health counseling and chooses to specialize in the science of relationships . She currently sits on the board of a nonprofit dedicated to helping immigrants navigate their new life entitled Embracing Diversity Inc and is dedicated to helping build life skills through literacy, communication, and connection.  She and Chef Diana will tackle a challenging aspect of relationships particularly during the world shutdown due to the pandemic. Should I stay? Should I go? How do I manage my career ambitions and my marriage? What about sex, is it really casual? If you're feeling like your relationship, or "situationship" has taken a toll on your life especially since we are limited in our freedom, listen as we uncover some hidden agendas and give new meaning to what is possibly going on. To continue the conversations, join Jai here Convos, Food, & Love   and also share your feedback with Chef Diana here Kitchen Table Conversations Podcast

Dominique Haughton has been in the social services field since 2010. After identifying her purpose as a counselor, she returned to graduate school for Clinical Mental Health Counseling in the Spring of 2016 and completed courses in the Summer of 2018. Dominique is also the owner of The Chic Therapist, LLC where she offers personal styling/image consulting services. Dominique's overall goal of combining her career and business is to aid individuals in presenting the best version of themselves in every area of their lives. Because the brain is the central station of the body, if the mind is healed, the rest of the body is healed/healing. Dominique believes that when an individual's spiritual, emotional and mental are on one accord, once a great look is added to combine the physical with the other aspects, that individual is a force to be reckoned with! Find more info at The Chic Therapist She and Chef Diana will discuss the importance of taking care of yourself and give you proven strategies to upgrade your well-being through mental health practices and food. www.dianakitchentable.com

In this new season, I have enlisted some amazing powerful women to share their expertise and experiences to help get our life together. We want to include all women who are seeking to live a balanced lifestyle and create more time for their families to eat good food at home. If that is you or you know someone download and share the podcast. We saved a seat for you!

Design and Decor have an impact on your mood and can affect the overall energy in your home. although eating family meals is vital, its also essential to create a nurturing environment and space to foster the family's positive health and bonding. Today's guest Jenny Gericke is the owner and interior designer of gather home and design. She believes that design is so much more than countertops, curtains, and cute decor.  https://www.gatherhomeanddesign.com Instagram: @thejennygericke. Website: www.gatherhomeanddesign.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/gatherhd and www.facebook.com/groups/helpicantdecorate. Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/jennygericke  Chef Diana Riley www.bit.ly/dianariley

Meet Chef Dee Lavigne! Chef Dee Lavigne is an entrepreneur chef who is also a married mama balancing her family and work life in alignment with her purpose. As women, we sometimes have to figure this thing called mama life out as we go. There are many challenges and joys of parenting and we each bring something different to the table.  Although Chef Dee is an entrepreneur, I'm sure other women can relate to making the most of our time and prioritizing our schedule. For insight into the mama and entrepreneur chef life journey, listen in and hopefully you gain a new perspective and motivation to continue your own journey. Contact Chef Dee Lavigne Facebook- @Dee-lightful Cupcakes Instagram- @Dee_Lightful Cupcakes  Phone-504-655-1195 Email-Deelightful.cupcakes@gmail.com  

OL & Sway Buckley are the Co-Creators of Marriedpreneur Life. OL is a former business banker, turned entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of RO Strong Real Estate & Financial Education firm as well as the CEO of OL Buckley Consulting. Sway is the CEO of a creative arts staffing firm as well as the founder of Smart Artist Institute. Productivity and Strategizing are her money-makers. In this episode, we have a conversation about how they do what they do together as a married couple. We also discuss why its important to build and leave a legacy with insight how to start implementing a new strategy today.  It's easier said than done when leading a busy and productive lifestyle. Nevertheless, it can be done! And of couse, OL & Sway shares how they get gather family together at the kitchen table. www.marriedpreneurlife.com www.dianakitchentable.com

Minerva is a wife, mother of children with special needs, author, and educator. She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and two daughters. Her professional experience is within the education field. Her passions are God, women’s ministry, and special needs parenting. The best way that she expresses those passions is through writing. In addition to her passions she thoroughly enjoys inspiring, encouraging, and motivating women to be the best version of themselves. www.minervalynnadame.com   How does she bring her family to the kitchen table? What are some ideas to foster family relationships and still take care of you as a woman?    Chef Diana Riley share a tip for Minerva to continue on her journey as the mama chef and be the boss in her home. www.dianakitchentable.com  

First Episode of 2019! This conversation is to share insight on steps to fulfilling your purpose as a Chef. Sometimes we don't know what we don't know. I had to figure some things out along the way and wanted to share how I figured it out. I don't know it all, I mean who does besides God. In this episode you will get 5 steps I took and although i have not arrived to where I am destined, I am still becoming and hopes to inspire and encourage my fellow culinary professionals and anyone with goals. Cooking on Purpose  https://www.amazon.com/Cooking-Purpose-Lessons-Learned-Kitchen/dp/1942838360 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cooking-on-purpose-diana-riley/1124005479?ean=9781942838364 https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/cooking-on-purpose/id1129508574?mt=11 www.bit.ly/dianariley  

Bonus Episode Recipe of the Month Soulful Cheese and Macaroni Recipe found Cooking on Purpose: Life Lessons Learned from the Kitchen on page 76 by Diana Riley   Between the Lines Bookstore Barnes and Noble Amazon Chef Diana Riley https://www.instagram.com/themamachef/

This episode is for those of us waiting for prayers to manifest. Are you expecting God to do some things in your life? Do you have a vision or goal you are working towards? Listen in, lets have a conversation about waiting and expecting. For more inspiration and edification follow www.instagram.com/themamachef Join Kitchen Table Conversations Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2009511865971367/ For more information on how Chef Diana Riley can you serve you www.bit.ly/dianariley

This is our first episode to the Podcasting World! I will tell you a little about our podcast and what to expect. This is a short introduction about the creator. To stay informed join us on Instagram @themamachef  Facebook @graceatthekitchentable Come join us.