My Big Sister Said

Thank you for rocking with me for season 1! It's not goodbye, it's #I needavacayIllbebackinthefall. Seriously I am grateful for every guest, listener, supporter and Big Sister who made this possible. We are our sister's keeper.

 On this week's episode Registered Dietitian Amber Porter talks about why a customized nutrition plan is important, how an exercise class can change your future and how we can#eatourbestlife. Keep your fork handy, tune in and share with a friend! 

This week I'm joined by Jessica Parson-UMO, CEO of Elevated Event Group, a premier event company. We talk about the importance of celebrating the big, small, and in-between moments, how rest is apart of the creative journey and how being your sister's keeper can save your life. Lots of wisdom, laughs, a few happy tears, and much more!

As we continue to look at social justice, representation continues to be a need. The Need to be seen, heard, understood, and encouraged. On this week's episode, I talk to Jalonda Thompson, M.ED, higher education professional, mentor, and the leader of the females in engineering program at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She shares how science impacts us all, inclusion is imperative and why Marco Polo can save your life.

In this week's episode, we continue our series of #TheBrotherhood Edition. Pastor William Miller and I talk about the intersection of history, faith, social justice and why travel is a necessity. He shares his reflections as a Charleston, SC native as June marked five years since the massacre that took place at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. You don't want to miss this episode! Thanks to this week's sponsor - New Journey Management From strategic project management to crafting engagement campaigns that deliver results, the team at New Journey Management is with you every step of the way. www.newjourneymgmt.co

As we continue our #BrotherhoodEdition, I interview my dad Lyle Taylor - Pastor, community leader, military veteran and more. We talk about legacy, how he dealt with my crazy teenage years and why a change in our society must come. Tune in and share with a friend.

Starting this month we are kicking off #TheBrotherhood Edition. I'll be interviewing men who are making an impact in our community in a variety of different ways and advocating for the little sisters and (brothers)around the world. On this episode, I'm joined by Quentin Deberry, founder of H3, a culture strategy company. We talk about entrepreneurship, social justice, and why the hustle will always cost you something

This week as thousands of people have protested around the world to express the outrage of the murder of George Floyd and demand police accountability, a question rises from the sidelines. What can I do to stop the injustice? This week Lynn Carter (host of Good News Mama Podcast) joins me on the show to talk about why not being rascist isn't enough, what can white woman do to battle inequality and how does our faith in Jesus Christ mandate a response. You don't want to miss this conversation!

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?  A teacher, a baker, or maybe a doctor? In this week's episode, you'll hear from Amber Brooks, MD whose dreams have turned into reality as an anesthesiologist, mentor and health equity advocate.  Amber shares jewels from her journey as a black woman in medicine and why being a doctor is a God-given gift; one that comes with responsibility and the desire to help others. She shares her hopes for equity, how we can find our wellness fit, and how to protect our emotional wellness during tumultuous times. 

As the school year comes to an end around for many students and parents, join me as I interview Jessica Allen, an education professional. We talk about ways to make learning fun, the homeschool struggle,  and how current events are shaping this generation's belief system. 

During this time what are your #gardengoals? Not just plants, peppers or pansies but what is your heart looking like? On this episode I'm talking about how carrots and character are being cultivated during this time and how God used a weed eater and shovel to teach me patience.

We just celebrated Mother's Day on Sunday, May 10th and I couldn't think of a better mom to interview...than my own! My mom, Dee Taylor joins me on the podcast to talk motherhood, authenticity and how to embrace all stages of life.

As we deal with the effects of COVID 19, employment is on the top of alot of people's minds.  On this episode of the podcast, career coach and owner of Career Maven Academy Tiffany Tate shares how to stay positive in times of uncertainty, how to develop employable skills and how to pivot during times of transition.

Are you having salon/spa/barber shop withdrawl? Are your nails crying for help? Feel like you need a skin and therapy intervention? Staying cute and feeling good during quarantine can be tough, but it's not impossible. On this week's episode of the podcast, Shantha Caldwell, beauty expert and cosmetologists shares tips on how to stay beautiful on a budget, finding your niche and how childhood dreams can lead to wealth for the future.

Have you ever felt like you were stuck? You wanted to move but you couldn't? On this episode I talk about the necessity of faith over fear, why Jesus is the G.O.A.T. and how diving boards and 5 year old can produce faith.

Join me as I talk to Cassie Pegg, health coach about ways we can stay healthy while physically distancing during COVID 19. Grab your shoes and listen to us as you do a home workout. Make sure to put those unhealthy quarantine snacks down first

How are you doing with social distancing? If you are a social butterfly are you struggling? For my introverts are you silently cheering? On this week's episode of the podcast I have two of my besties, Courtney Tate and Thesha Woodley and we are discussing friendship over the years and tools we are using to maintain connection during the restrictions due to COVID 19. Tune in and share with a friend.

On this episode licensed professional counselor Leslie Stephens gives us advice on how to mentally cope and proceed while dealing with COVID-19. 

As I celebrate my birthday week (Yes, it's a week long observance ya'll) I'm flipping the script. My brother who promoted me to Big Sister, is interviewing me. We talk travel, life and everything in between.

As we continue to celebrate women's history month and International women's day, I want to just celebrate us! Girl you are doing it! As we think about blessings, having a place to call your own is a huge blessing to be grateful for. On this weeks episode of the podcast I'm excited to have Monica Tillett, N.C. realtor, health professional and entrepreneur who will tell us how exactly to add that house key to our ring.

During Women's History Month we celebrate the movers, the shakers and ceiling breakers. On this week's episode of the podcast I'm excited to have Alexxis Hutchinson, brand manager for Professional Athletes and Sports Event Consultant. From working with athletes in the NBA, to college athletics and everything in between Alexxis is giving us the details on what it takes to play the game - on and off the court as a woman in sports management.

On this week's episode we are talking coins and cash. From how to find your side hustle, save your coins and help other people, how can we make our money work for us. My guest is Margaret Akinhami, PhD (@product_ofwealth) , she is a personal financial coach and the founder of Get Your Life Financial, which  focuses on helping women and minorities get open and honest about their finances in order to build financial legacy. 

L-O-V-E and everything in between. How can you navigate the love, likes and "it's complicated" emotions. On this week's episode of the podcast, we'll hear from Whitney McLaughlin (IG: _Ms_whit86), mental health changer, mentor and PhD candidate on how to love ourselves, like the relationships that we are in and tips on how to deal with the complications of life. We also salute our Big Sister of the week: Matthew Cherry. 

Welcome to My Big Sister Said!  Hey Sis! I'm excited to meet you, come join me in the sister circle. Can you believe we are already in February? How are you doing on those resolutions? Hey, I understand, making goals is easy but walking them out, that's the part where you gotta step it out. I'm sharing with you snippets from the Holiday Hookup a goal setting and professional development event from December where changemakers talked about setting goal and crushing them!  Email me and let me know what your goals are and how you are making it work mbsspodcast@gmail.com 

On your mark...get set...Go! Stay tuned for the launch of My Big Sister Said: A Podcast. I'm your host Ashleigh Hargrave, healthcare professional by day, creator by night and sister 24/7. Sis, I can't wait for this season!