Meetup with MeLa

The host of the Meetup with MeLa podcast, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", meets with Julian from the "Jabbering with Jules" segment and our special guest and teen, Emily Raimondi. Jules interviews Emily and asks about her passion behind her business, Emily's Cupcakes for a Cause, that was started to raise funds and awareness for the the Travis Roy Foundation. Emily discusses her experience, passion, and drive for thinking and caring about others in her world and community around her. She gives us some great ideas about how we can all get started with raising funds for important topics that surround us, how to start a business, and/ or fulfilling a passion that is unique to us. Emily is a young woman and teen , that brings about great inspiration through her actions, and advice. Jules and MeLa have the amazing opportunity of taste-testing Emily's tasty treats. MeLa ends the show by hosting a trivia game about close-up desserts!!! Who do you think knows these desserts better, Jules or Emily???? Watch the show to the end to find out!!! If you have a sweet tooth, you will not want to miss it! See how many you get right, and who the winner is!!! Enjoy the show!!!!! Thanks for watching!!!! To order cakes/ desserts from Emily for your next special event or just because, please visit EmilysCakesForACause@gmail.com or on Facebook or Instagram at Emily's Cake for a Cause. Close-up Dessert Trivia was retrieved from buzzfeed.com and smoothradio.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of the Meetup with MeLa podcast, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", meets with Julian from the "Jabbering with Jules" segment and our special guest, Michelle. Michelle discusses the group that she is the founder of that explores the world of paranormal activity. Michelle informs us of the best way to go on a ghost hunt, shows pictures, and audio tracks of her investigational findings. In addition, she shares some of the highlights on paranormal activity, and becoming an investigator yourself. The show ends with some famous ghost trivia. See how many you get right, and who the winner is!!! Enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", interviews the business owner/ business consultant of Financial Education Services, Valerie Tridenti. Valerie discusses her journey regarding her educational background, passion to help people, and longing for financial independence that made owning her own business a reality. Valerie features the many services that Financial Education Services provides to its clients to assist in them reaching their financial goals for a full and more balanced life. Valerie also offers some great words of advise for other interested in starting their own business. You can contact Valerie directly about the diversity of financial services that she offers by visiting her website at www.ucespp.net/Vmcgill. Enjoy! For the month of March, Valerie, and other women were featured on the Meetup with MeLa podcast to share their passion for different topics and their businesses. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", interviews Rhode Island State Representative Marcia Ranglin-Vasell. Rep. Ranglin- Vassell chares her story with us about her life before politics, her passion and motivation for the community she lives in, and what she hopes to accomplish on a state level. We touch on the importance of topics such as gun violence, a living wage, access to doulas, and more. Rep. Ranglin-Vassell also shares a poem out of her book, Journeys. Such an amazing woman who shares her warmth, passion, light, and purpose with us all. To contact Rhode Island State Representative Marcia Ranglin-Vasell, all constituents can reach her at rep-ranglin-vassell@rilegislature.gov. To volunteer or to donate to her re-election, the website is www.marciaforri.com. She can also be reached on Facebook at RI State Representative Marcia Ranglin-Vassell, on Twitter @Mranglinvassell, and IG is @Rep.Marcia Enjoy! It's MeLa time! For the month of March, Rep. Marcia Ranglin-Vassell, and other women were featured on the Meetup with MeLa podcast to share their passion for different topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of the Meetup with MeLa podcast, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", co-host with the host of the Jabbering with Jules segment, Julian. Julian honors this special guest aka his mother, Manuela, in the spirit of Women's History Month. Manuela is an educator, who specializes n delivering supportive service to college students. We get the inside scoop of the realities of working in a college during the times of COVID. Manuela shares what some of the challenges, highlights, and experiences have been while striving to deliver a quality service during times of COVID. Watch all the way to the end to see the trivia game that Manuela and Julian play to see who wins! For more closeup trivia images featured in this episode, visit www.insider.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", interviews Anna Medeiros, the owner of Anna Kay Photography. Anna discusses how she started her business and her passion for photography, and the quality services she provides to her clients. Anna shares her journey of being business owner while perfecting her trade. Anna Kay Photography has a new studio located in Barrington, RI. To learn more about Anna Kay Photography, view the business website at www.annakayphoto.com. In addition, Anna Kay Photography also can be found on the following social media platforms www.facebook.com/photosbyannakay and www.instagram.com/annakayphoto. For the month of March, Anna, and other women will be featured on the Meetup with MeLa podcast to share their passion for different topics. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", interviews Lila Turner, the founder and acting manager of the Youth Choreographer's Project located in Los Angeles, California. Lila talks passionately about the non-profit business that she created for the youth in her community focused around dance and self-expression. Lila discusses what it is to be a business owner; especially during times of COVID, and how her vision continues to evolve and "pivot" to meet the needs of the community she had lived in. For the month of March, Lila, and other women will be featured on the Meetup with MeLa podcast to share their passion for different topics. To learn more about the Young Choreographer's Project and/ or to donate to this worthy cause, please visit the website at https://ycpla.org/ or the YCP- More Than Just Dance Video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyBnSLdzksQ. Those who make donations get premium access to the end of program student debuts featuring the dance piece thy have compiled over the course of the students' involvement in the YCP session. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", interviews Stephany who explains the ins and out to meal planning and meal preparation. Her helpful tips will save time, money, and the aggravation of being asked, "what's for dinner?" This is truly a topic that affects us all! For the month of March, Stephany, and other women will be featured on the Meetup with MeLa podcast to share their passion for different topics. If you, your family, or someone you know is experiencing food insecurities during these very trying times, please reach out to Call the USDA National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (1-877-842-6273). Information is available in English and Spanish. In RI, you can contact https://www.unitedwayri.org/get-help/2-1-1/ or dial 211 for more information on how to secure food in your area. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", interviews the candidate, Hillary Lima, who is running for the District 4 councilwoman seat in Coventry, RI. Hillary talks about her experience, inspiration, and skill set that will make her a great councilwoman to represent District 4 in Coventry. Hillary is being featured in honor of March's Women's History Month to honor and celebrate women and their accomplishments. Election Details: Town Council District 4 General Election Tuesday, May 04, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT Coventry Senior Center, 50 Wood St, Coventry, RI 02816, USA To learn more about the election, and Hillary can be found on the following website and social media platforms. www.hillaryforcoventry.com www.facebook.com/hillaryforcoventry www.twitter.com/hillarylimaRI www.instagram.com/hillaryforcoventry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of the Meetup with MeLa podcast, Melissa-Lauren Hooks aka "MeLa", introduces a new podcast segment geared toward kids and teens. Julian aka "Jules" will discuss different topics such as a gaming, Godzilla vs. King Kong, school, social life, and other topics that affect kids and teens. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The host of the Meetup with MeLa podcast, Melissa-Lauren Hooks, interviews singles, Mike (host of the MJR & Friends podcast), Valerie, and Aaron. They discuss the advantages and disadvantages to being single, dating during COVID, online dating, their love languages, and more! The singles also play some singles trivia to test how much they know about being single in America. Credit: https://www.cnet.com/news/best-dating-sites-for-2021/Single trivia information comes from Chris Woolston (2019) https://consumer.healthday.com/encyclopedia/emotional-health-17/love-sex-and-relationship-health-news-452/quiz-what-do-you-know-about-the-benefits-of-the-single-life-647946.html If you would like to take a quiz to find out your love language by Gary Chapman, feel free to use this link https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/singles-quiz/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Meetup with MeLa podcast host, Melissa-Lauren Hooks, with multi-faith chaplain, Helen Bodell, discuss a diversity of topics related to life events that occurred and are occurring during the pandemic. MeLa and Helen discuss the complexities of supporting loved ones during the times of COVID. Celebrations and life-altering events have required new approaches in lieu of the COVID restrictions. Creativity and innovation have been crucial in celebrating births, new family additions, engagements, and weddings/ marriages. In addition, supporting our loved ones during critical times of illness and loss is also explored. A video memorial is featured to honor some of those who have been lost during the pandemic. Music credit- Tamia, "Officially Missing You" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the second episode of the "Meetup with MeLa" Relationship Series. The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks, and Guest Co-Host, Valerie Tridenti, developed a guide to having a long-lasting, healthy relationship by watching for red flags and being in the moment. This builds off of Episode 1 of the Meetup with MeLa, "Relationship Series: Love Thy Self". This episode explores the multiple aspects of a relationship when individuals start to date and seek a partner. Gain an understanding for identifying and avoiding those infamous "red flags" while assessing what is right for you! Do not accept anything less than what you rightfully deserve in any and all relationships! If you would like to learn more about the Love Language by Gary Chapman or take the quiz, as referenced in the posdcast; feel free to use this link https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/singles-quiz/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the fourth episode of the "Meetup with MeLa" Relationship Series. The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks, meets with 3 married couples to talk about what it takes to have a successful marriage. The couples play "The Newlywed Game" to see how much they know about one another, and some movie trivia. Join in the fun by playing along with your partner or spouse!!! If you would like to learn more about the Love Language by Gary Chapman or take the quiz, like the couples did; feel free to use this link https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/singles-quiz/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the third episode of the "Meetup with MeLa" Relationship Series. The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks, and Founder of ZPD Coaching, Carrie Sackett, discuss the dynamics of interpersonal growth, development, and self-improvement. Carrie offers her clients opportunities to be the creators and builders of their lives through individual and group sessions. For more information, please visit her business website at CoachingZPD.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the first episode of the "Meetup with MeLa" Relationship Series. The host of Meetup with MeLa, Melissa-Lauren Hooks, and Guest Co-Host, Valerie Tridenti, developed an easy-to-follow plan of how to start with loving oneself in order to be in healthy and fulfilling relationships in the future. This is a step-by-step guide to finding inner peace and worth, so you do not accept anything less than what you rightfully deserve in any and all relationships! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

#financetraining #financeinterviewquestions #financemanager MeLa (Melissa-Lauren Hooks) welcomes special guest, Christina Gatteri, Certified Financial Planner, to discuss an array of financial topics ranging from COVID relief options, to expected financial trends in 2021, and everything in between! Christina is the owner of the financial company called, “Me Next Year” (MeNextYear.com), where her focus remains on assisting clients with positive financial decision-making to reach their goals. For additional references after listening to this podcast, please check out the following links: Student loan relief information https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/student-loans/student-loan-deferment-forbearance, mortgage relief information https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/student-loans/student-loan-deferment-forbearance, credit card relief information https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/credit-card-debt-during-coronavirus-relief-options-tips/#:~:text=Lowering%20or%20deferring%20yo, and how relief options may affect your credit score https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-forbearance-affects-credit/. In addition, assistance and questions related to may also be directed to the United Way by calling 2-1-1. ———————————————————————————————————————————— Conversations that affect us all Grab a glass of wine and join in. It’s MeLa time. Like what you see? Give us a Thumbs Up and hit the subscribe button for more content! _________________________________________________________________________ Where else can you find us? Facebook - MJR Podcast Family Instagram - @meetupwithmela Check out our page, and support us if you’d like! - https://anchor.fm/meet-up-with-mela Listen on these platforms! Anchor : https://anchor.fm/meet-up-with-mela Breaker :https://www.breaker.audio/meet-up-with-mela Google Podcasts : https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80NjUwM2ZhYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Overcast : https://overcast.fm/itunes1506356118/... Pocket Casts : https://pca.st/4owqzzpi RadioPublic : https://radiopublic.com/meet-up-with-mela-G1lAOB Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/5OBBUuW4szezGEbPVZ7SLh __________________________________________________________________________ Copyright: All rights to the published audio, video, graphics and textual materials belong to their respective owners. If you are the author or copyright owner of any information you use and would like to remove it, please contact us at: studspodcast2themax@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Melissa and special guest Mike, discuss their #NewYearsResolutions, plus what Meet Up with MeLa will bring to the table! Grab your wine and join in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app