Speak Your Lyfe Podcast

As we close 2021, I wanted to encourage you all as we head into the new year by 3 ways. We are living in the era of collaboration over competition where we are leveraging and bringing our experiences, education, finances, and resources to create greater value for our communities at large. Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe Become A Patreon Contributor: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe

Here we sit down with Tiffany Felix, founder of Curated Social as she discussed what it means to be intentional about your goals and where you want to go. She even shares with us her goal helping at least 100 companies reach their first $1 million in revenue and how she plans on doing that. Join us for much laughter and an amazing conversation. Remember to also help out by hitting that SUBSCRIBE button. Follow their New IG Page: https://instagram.com/curatedsocialatl Connect on Site: https://curatedsocialatl.com Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe

Here we sit down with certified enneagram coach and host of the "Do It For The Gram" podcast, Milton Stewart, and discuss the basic principles of the personality profiling system. We discuss how the history and benefits of the enneagram and how it's different from all the other personality profile systems out there. Join us for this amazing discussion!   Follow Do It For The Gram: https://instagram/doitforthegrampodcast  Follow SYL: https://instagram/speakyourlyfe

Here in today's episode, we talk with best selling author, speaker, business consultant for many Fortune 500 companies, and one of my great mentors "Coach D." We talk about the importance of reinventing yourself from the ashes of the pandemic, scaling your business, and more. Follow Coach D: https://www.instagram.com/coachdspeaks/ Follow SYL: https://www.instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/

Here in this episode, we sit down with Kay Booker aka "Coach Kay" of Coach Kay Consulting. We talk about her near death story that helped inspire her towards purpose and wanting to give back to the community thorough her non-profit Wall Street Juniors and working her way to 10 streams of income and counting. Follow Her: https://instagram.com/kaylbooker/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe

Here we sit down with KO, founder of Cannon Protection, a high level security company that has worked with many clients all throughout the country. We talk about his background in MMA, always growing up with an instinct to protect, and more. Follow Cannon Executive Security: https://instagram.com/cannonexecutivesecurity Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe Support SYL: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe

Here in this episode we sit down with my good friend, Alea Sweeting, as she shares her journey for the Miss Bahamas crown. We get the behind the scenes look into pageants and what people don't usually see behind the shine and spotlight. Follow Alea: https://instagram.com/aleanicole0324 Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe

This episode we sit down with Greg Mitchell, a concept artist that has done work for a very talented concept artist who's done work for Google, Lucas Films, and now works for his self!! If you need a good laugh and encouragement to get started on your dreams today even if you are not a creative, this is the episode for you! Follow Greg: https://instagram.com/mr.gregmitchell/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe

Here in this episode we sit down and talk to Kevin Bookman, author and film producer. We talk about leaving L.A. and coming to Atlanta, Black animated heroes, and his book series, "Beyonders" that will be turning into a movie. Get your copy of "Beyonders" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Beyonders-1-Ge... Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe.com Derek Auto: datspeakyourlyfe.com

Here in this episode we sit down with Shark Tank Contestant, LaTangela Newsome, founder and owner of Grease Bags. We discuss sustainability, and how her product is helping people one kitchen at a time. Thankfully her product is not only helping a problem of cooking oil containment, but simultaneously offering another way to us to fertilize. Connect With Grease Bags: https://www.greasebags.com/ Follow us: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe/

Here in this episode we go to a local ranch in Georgia to talk with Stanford Moore, founder of the "Black Reins Magazine" a publication that highlights Black cowboys and cowgirls from all over the country. We had the chance to discuss the history and the mystery of the Black Cowboy from the 19th & 20th century and how things have evolved in these spaces into what we are seeing today. The best part of it all...we get to ride horses!! Black Reins Magazine:   Follow Black Reins:  https://instagram.com/blackreins/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe

Here we talk to Derek Bailey and Steve Branch from Derek Automotive, the first Black-owned electric vehicle company in the world. We discuss their paten for their unique technology, how it's different from the many other electric vehicle companies out there, and the importance of giving back to the Black Community through resources and education. Connect: https://derekautomotive.com Get Your EV Company Shares: https://datspeakyourlyfe.com Follow Us: https://speakyourlyfe

Here I sit down with Don Jacobs, a former pro basketball player turned real estate mogul. We talk about the importance of mentorship especially in the real estate game as he deems people in real estate as the "new rappers" and influencers of the rising generation.   Follow Him: https://instagram.com/icloseverything/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe  

Here we sit down with gospel artist, William LaVant as he shares his unique upbringing from his blood family to his "predestined family." Join us for a great conversation about overcoming the odds, music industry as a gospel artist, and much more!    Follow William: https://instagram.com/williamlavant/ Follow Speak Your Lyfe: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe  

To celebrate Juneteenth, we we sit down with Omari Worthy, creator of the Black Wall Street Crypto Coin. In honor of the 100th year anniversary of the Tulsa massacre that took place in 1921, we talked to him about how we can bring Black Wall Street out the ashes--not as a physical piece of land, but rather as a mindset to instill in the community.    Follow Him: https://instagram.com/blackwallstreetbanker   Follow SYL: https://instagramcom/speakyourlyfe  Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe  Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com  

Here we sit down with Cassandra Ingram, owner of Urban Grind Coffee--an eclectic coffee shop in Atlanta. Cassandra' heritage is full of rich entrepreneurial spirit as her great-great grand parents and their siblings owned land and hosted talks from George Washington-Carver and many other thought leaders. She shares with us the power of coffee and how it brings community.   Follow Urban Grind: https://instagram.com/urbangrindatl/ Follow US: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe.com/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe  

Here in this episode we sit down with Walter Geer, executive creative director at VMLY&R. He shares with us about his path from achievement to finding fulfillment in clearing a path for others to succeed through the power of asking and challenging the status quo of some of the biggest companies out there.    Follow Walter: https://instagram.com/3rdgeers/ Follow Us: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com 

Here on this episode we sit down with "Hip Hop Adventurer" Epiphany Morrow aka "Big Piph" as we cover his journey after graduating from Stanford University to entering into the music industry. From the music industry to understanding the tips to make life a tad bit more simple, join us for this conversation!   Follow Him: https://instagram.com/bigpiph/ Follow Us: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe 

Here we sit down with Corey and Marqus of High End, an urban clothing line based in Atlanta. Corey, the company founder, shares his story of coming to the end of playing professional football and overcoming a big hurdle that led to the start of his clothing line.    Follow High End: https://instagram.com/highendatlanta/ Follow Us: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/  Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com  

Here in today's episode, we sit down with Rita Harper, a photographer here in Atlanta. While many photographers aim to focus on getting celebrity gigs and top models, Rita has really had her focus set on the everyday people. In this conversation she reveals some of her favorite golden moments capturing the essence of normal, everyday humanity similar to "Humans of New York," but with her own unique touch.   Follow Rita: https://instagram.com/rita.p/ Follow Us: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/  Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com  

Here in this episode, we sit down with David Johnson, a licensed mental health professional. We talk about stigmas in the Black community for receiving therapy, reasons why we need it, and how he works daily to do his part in helping young Black and Brown men as a mentor in communities that don't have the same access to resources like in other places.  Connect with David: https://instagram.com/gentlemanwanderer/ Follow Speak Your Lyfe: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect with Speak Your Lyfe: https://speakyourlyfe.com 

Here in this episode I sit down with my friend and award-winning poet & screen writer, Chris James. We discuss what led to all of his accomplishments at such a young age; however, what we really emphasis in this conversation is how to payback what was invested in us by our families, friends, and village.   Buy Tickets for his movie release:  Indie Movie Night Tickets, Sat, May 8, 2021 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite Follow Chris: https://instagram.com/thechrisjamesjourney/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Connect with us: https://speakyourlyfe.com 

Here in this episode we talk to Angel Johnson, founder of "Your Beauty In the Making," a platform that helps individuals fight through their struggles and find meaning and purpose with a variety of virtual tools. We cover the power of helping, healing, and finding your path as a young professional.   Follow Angel: https://instagram.com/angelmarieofficial/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com     

Here we sit down with founder of Eventology23, Anne- Marie Alston, about her journey to starting an event space. We talk about adding extra value to customers and creating memorable moments.   Book an Event today (in Atlanta): https://eventology23.com Follow on IG: https://instagram.com/eventology23/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe  

This episode, we sit down with Brady & Armaan of Prestige Clothiers, a rising custom suit business based out of Columbus, Ohio. They talk about the importance of dress and some of the unspoken rules of the fashion world.    Order Now with Prestige Clothiers: https://dresswithprestige.com/ Follow: https://instagram.com/prestige_custom_clothiers/ Follow SYL: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com  

This episode we sit down with Brianna & Devin founders of JUBA, an affiliate marketing company that supports Black and Brown-owned businesses of various industries. We talk about about the importance of Black-ownership and how to keep the culture moving forward.    Connect with JUBA: https://buyjuba.com Follow: https://instagram.com/speakyourlyfe/ Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect with us: https://speakyourlyfe.com 

Here on this episode I sit down with one of my closest friends, Stanley, in Sacramento, CA, on his birthday weekend to talk about his smoothie company "Sip of Life." We discuss his personal struggles with mental health and how that lead him to creating a growing business idea that's looking to take off.    Follow on IG: @sipoflifesmoothies Follow us: @speakyourlyfe Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com  

This episode, I sit down with my friend and Jamaica native, Paul Blake. We talk about the power of mindset and how where you come from is only part of the victory story that you will share on your journey to success.    Connect with Paul and or purchase his book: https://wordstoinspireja.com Follow us: @speakyourlyfe Support SYL: http://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect with us: https://speakyourlyfe.com

In this episode I get the chance to sit down with Grammy-nominated poet, "Queen Sheba." From socially-conscious heavy hitting words to the sweet, metaphorical morsels of romantic expressions, she shares what inspires her when the pen is in hand. If you stay to the end, she even blesses us with a sample of her poetic artistry.    Follow her: @thequeensheba Follow us: @speakyourlyfe Support: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect: https://speakyourlyfe.com

We welcome you all back for season 2 with the return of my mentor, Floyd Williams. Here we discuss the characteristics, misconceptions, history, and how the two generations can come together to make a more productive work environment--regardless of the industry. Connect with Floyd: https://leadershippartnergroup.com Support SYL: https://patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Connect with us: https://speakyourlyfe.com Follow us on social: @speakyourlyfe

As we close with this season one finale, we wanted to do one more segment of "Campus Conversations." This time is with my Alma Mater, Harding University. The experience for Black students at Harding has it's own story. So we took the liberty of getting the unique perspective of 30--past and present students--to share their experience.  Harding African-American Scholarship Fund: https://hua4.org/donate/scholarship-fund/   Learn, Support, and or Shop:  speakyourlyfe.com    Follow Us on Social: @speakyourlyfe

This episode we sit down with Jenna VanderWeyden and discuss her journey fighting the battle of anxiety. After making a tough decision to leave her job as a flight attendant, she reveals her discovery towards higher quality living and is now helping others to do the same.    Get Help Today: jennaandhermom.com & follow @jennaandhermom Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow: @speakyourlyfe

This episode we get to sit down with my friend, Anthony Nixon, a well-known filmmaker here in Atlanta. He shares his struggles of keeping a corporate job and eventually finding his passion as a film-making entrepreneur. Being far from the cookie-cutter mentality, Anthony describes what is like in the industry and having the hopes of leaving a uniquely positive imprint on it.   Find & Follow: anthonynixoncinema.com & @anthonyjnixon Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow: @speakyourlyfe  

This episode, I had the privilege to Zoom with my buddy Teddy Woolsey. Our conversation included his personal journey and about the power of focusing on a few things in life and "wanting less" which is the essence of his podcast. He is one of the top salesman in the state of Connecticut and has learned very important lessons that he has helped turn his and many others' lives. Follow and Subscribe to Teddy's show: @wantinglesspodcast Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow: @speakyourlyfe  

This episode we sit down with my friend, Reggie Bendolph, owner of Bendolph clothing line as he shares about the truths and misconceptions in the clothing and fashion industry. Bendolphs clothing aims to provide their customers around the world with high quality Peruvian material that offers a great look with maximum comfort.   Shop: bendolphs.com Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow on Social: @speakyourlyfe

This episode, we sit down in South Africa--our first international episode--and talk with my friend, Tone Vays. If you are in the Bitcoin and or Crypto world, you know who this is as he is a leading voice in this atmosphere. We his passion for financial education and the inconveniences of holding true integrity behind closed doors in this space.  Follow Tone: @tonevays Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More & follow: speakyourlyfe.com & @speakyourlyfe  

This episode we sat down with Terrance Talley, a fellow graduate of my Alma mater and talked about his mother's strong influence on him to become a social worker. He has found that to be his calling and ministry along with his soulful voice as he is also a part of the East Coast Inspirational Singers--a group who's collaborated with artist like Patti LaBelle, Josh Groban, and many others.    Contact Terrance and the group: https://www.eastcoastinspirationalsingers.com/ Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com  Follow: @speakyourlyfe

Here in this episode, we sat down with our youngest guest Jordan Williams. He's the son of Floyd Williams, my mentor you heard from in episode 3. As the co-founder of Young Moguls clothing brand and author of his latest book "Breaking the System," he shares lessons he's learned from the difference between sacrificing versus selling out.   Book: https://linktr.ee/jpwill23 Follow Jordan: @jpwill23 Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Follow: @speakyourlyfe Learn more: speakyourlyfe.com

This episode we sat down to talk with Aaron Fulk, CEO and founder of Lillian James Creative--a business to business marketing firm. We candidly talk about the decrease of white silence in a time that calls for speaking out against racial injustice as she shared her story of overcoming hurdles as a single mother that lead to her success as an entrepreneur in Kansas City.    Connect with Lilian James: lillianjamescreative.com Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow us on social: @speakyourlyfe  

Back in November right after Thanksgiving, we sat down with my uncle Lee Redwood aka owner of Wings Cafe--Kansas City's finest artisan wings spot. This family legacy series, we discuss the significance of our family's influence for the desire for entrepreneurship and the unique approach to the dinning experience at Wings Cafe.   Order: thewingscafe.com Follow their facebook page: @wingscafe Support: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow SYL Social: @speakyourlyfe

We celebrate this 20th episode with Christian Taylor, a two-time Olympic gold medalist for the triple jump. This conversation, we get to unveil a bit more about who he is behind the world champion stage and discuss the importance of his faith and maintaining humility in the spotlight. Classroom Champions: classroomchampions.org Follow Christian: @taylored2jump Support the Podcast: patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More & Follow: speakyourlyfe.com & @speakyourlyfe

The measure of how much we love something is in our ability to do that thing for free--for a time being at least. This episode we cover the WHY and HOW for getting started with your passion for free before you eventually start getting paid for it!   Support: https://www.patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow on Social: @speakyourlyfe  

Today's episode we sat down with Brandon Slaughter, maker of "The Rules 4 Life" card game--a new and improved way to connect with your friends & family. Our conversation includes the importance of community, how this new card game got started, and some interesting family history ties to a famous president! Tune in, share with a friend, and subscribe today!!! Oder your cards now: therules4life.com Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social Media: @speakyourlyfe

We all have that teacher or professor that said something to us or shared wisdom with us that we'll always carry with us for the rest of our lives. For me, it was my economics professor, Dr. Diffine, and his emphasis of writing down everything! Join us for today's episode where we talk about the importance of getting your ideas on paper to sift through for the gold that's deep within.    Support: https://www.patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social Media: @speakyourlyfe

Right before 2020 started, we had the chance to fly down to Houston, TX, to sit with Justin "I AM Justified" Wilburn. The journey on this episode consisted of life as a Christian hip hop artist, being able to navigate in challenging environments that test one's faith, and much more!   Connect with Justified: @iamjustifiedmusic Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social: @speakyourlyfe

This episode, we sat down with my cousin, Eze, and discuss his tenacity for helping and leading teams. From serving on several non-profit boards to creating startup programs to help young professionals get a leg up in their careers, he has done so much in the Kansas City area and is just getting started!   Connect with Eze: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezeredwood/ Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social Media: @speakyourlyfe

This episode, we sat down with my friends, Vadim & Sergei at NYU campus. They share their unique story as twins from being born together, to attending college together, and now being entrepreneurs together. Join us for a discussion from the Revzin twins as they discuss the key to successful business launches and how they maintain their bond as family.  Check out their Podcast and Social Media: @thementorspodcast  Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social Media: @speakyourlyfe

Had the great pleasure of sitting and sipping hot tea with my friend, Jasmine Hoskins, in her home as we walked through her story becoming an young, capable assistant principal at Urban Dove Team Charter School in Brooklyn NY. She shares how she uses her position as a means to positively impact the lives of underserved students in her own unique way.     Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/speakyourlyfe Social Media: @speakyourlyfe

This episode we sit down at the home of Dr. Art Patterson, a long-practicing chiropractor in Staten Island, NY. Join us as he shares his struggles with overcoming addiction and how it motivated him in what he refers to as the "most noble profession"  helping to heal many around the world including the Great Muhammad Ali!   Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social Media: @speakyourlyfe Contact Dr. Art via email drartisfree@gmail.com or by phone (201) 600-4452 today for questions!

Maybe you are tired of hearing the "C" word, too. Like it or not, things are obviously being modified in our lives as the days pass. That doesn't excuse us from staying on our purpose while social distancing. Here in this episode, we give you tips to how you can stay proactive in your purpose physically and mentally.   Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Social Media: @speakyourlyfe Options Trading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU-BnM39Q-Q https://www.masterclass.com/ https://www.lynda.com/

This episode, I sat down with my cousin as he shared his story about how the family legacy of education shaped him growing up in a small city to now having a big impact on the lives of over 50,000+ students since being an educator. Don't take notes with your pen, take them with your heart & mind during this deep-diving conversation about family, love, and legacy.   Learn More: speakyourlyfe.com Follow on Social Media: @speakyourlyfe