Styling Social Justice

Elizabeth McIngvale is the founder of Peace of Mind, a non-profit organization for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). She herself was diagnosed with OCD at the age of 12,[1] and at age 18 became the national spokesperson for the International OCD Foundation. She lives in Houston, Texas and is the daughter of area businessman Jim McIngvale and his wife Linda.

A former world-ranked athlete in slalom water skiing, Michelle uses her naturally competitive drive to champion clients' cases and to relate to athletes, students, and injured people from all walks of life.

Meet Kirby, a 21 year old Texas Native, and Communications graduate from Texas A&M University. She recently got married this past December and now resides in New York City with her husband! Kirby started in acting and then made her way over to the modeling world at age 15. Kirby was Miss Texas Teen USA 2017 and made top 10 at Miss Teen USA. When you take all the glamour away, you can find Kirby making/editing YouTube videos, helping organize events on her husband’s ranch in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, riding horses, hiking, reading Architectural Digest, working out, or simply soaking up the sunshine.

Our special guest this week is Chloe Dao, She has her own store 'Chloe Dao Boutique' in Rice Village in Houston TX, She is an incredible person with a big heart and is doing great things her community.

We were LIVE with Houston ICONS Tony Vallone and Donna Vallone! Join us, and send these Houston gems love via questions and comments here!

We were live on Skype with Ericka Graham talking about her life and journey!

Rania Mankarious and The Vintage Contessa & Times Past are on Skype this week to talk about how and why they started Styling Social Justice in the first place along with all the updates on how the Coronavirus has affected our community.

For this weeks episode of Styling Social Justice we had the pleasure of having Randi Rubenstein as a guest- and what an eye opener it was for us as parents! According to Randi, the best way to talk to your kids about serious topics is through honesty and empathy. Knowledge is power when we’re not scared to discuss it

We had the pleasure of having Attorney Jammy Kiggundu as our guest and what a fountain of insight he was ‼️ From early on he knew he wanted to use his impactful voice to “help the little guy” - which he mentioned was the main reason he chose to go to Law school! Parents listen up

SSJ Co-host, the Contessa, sat down for an urgent conversation with Dr. Jay B. Davis to discuss the looming threat of the Coronavirus. During this episode Dr.Davis helped us better understand the ways to prepare for the virus when it arrives. Travel was a key topic given many airports around the world are keeping passengers in quarantine. Are you concerned about your plan? Check out this episode to find out how to best prepare.

After our awesome chat with The District Attorney of Harris County Kim Ogg, She stayed after and had a Question & Answer with the guests.

Thank you to District Attorney Kim K Ogg for a critical sit-down on what’s really happening right now with crime in Harris County Houston TX. Please share, We appreciate having you DA Ogg!

Join this very special podcast, Sharing the work of UNICEF with the absolutely incredible Susan Boggio and Nelson Bowman. In this sit-down, Susan, UNICEF Board Chair and donor, pours her heart out sharing stories of rescue, empathy, restoration and assistance for children (and animals) near and far. Nelson clears up misconceptions by sharing how dollars given to UNICEF also support children right here in Houston, Texas. Take time to tune in, be inspired, be motivated, possibly shed a tear and get involved with the people and organizations who do so much for all children, everywhere. Thank you Susan and Nelson!

We had the honor of being accompanied by Maureen Wittels. Her compassion and hope towards life was truly #inspirational. Her son, Harris Wittels who passed away from #addiction, was co-producer of NBC’s hit show Parks and Rec and of Netflix’s Master of None. Maureen has made it her mission to save people from tragedy, and thus started GRASP(Grief Recovery after a Substance Passing.)

The women of Styling Social Justice sat down with Oil & Gas Executives and Human Trafficking advocates John Clark and Jennifer Hohman as well as HPD Commander Jim Dale to talk about Trauma Informed Care and what parents must do when a child goes missing to everything behind the scenes on the law enforcement side to what is needed for healing for victims. Such a powerful conversation with a very active panel. Thank you all for your time! Please share this one with parents everywhere.

The women of Styling Social Justice were thrilled to sit down with HEB Director of Public Affairs’ Lisa Helfman to talk about her incredible career - the creation of Brighter Bites and her unbelievable journey through health & wellness, anxiety, marriage, children & more. Gems from the sit down include “don’t try to live a limitless life” and ask the question “are you addicted to busyness?” Such a profound sit down touching on so many topics we all can relate to!

Swati Narayan and Aimee Turney are with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America talking about what happened in our community at Bellaire High School this week and the tragic loss of life.

The women of styling social justice sat down with entrepreneur, wordsmith and the creative eye behind The Impeccable Find to talk about her incredible journey to becoming an influencer including the life altering incident that put her passion into motion. Follow her on @theimpeccablefind and listen to her eye-opening interview now!

D’Andra Simmons, who wanted to become a boxer and a politician ended up being a successful businesswoman and now runs her own beauty line Hard Night Good Morning. She also gets involved in her mother's business and wants to run both businesses by herself shortly. The reality star, who became a public figure after starring in The Real Housewives of Dallas, is married to photojournalist and former militant Jeremy Lock.

This woman completely blew me away when I met her at the friends of nursing luncheon. She is Dr. Stephanie Coulter of Texas Heart Institute’s Center for Women’s Heart and Vascular Health. I think of her as a Dr. version of Attorney Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, mostly because of the fabulous hair flip and endearing southern/ Louisiana accent. She is BRILLIANT, truly changing the landscape for women’s health and yet absolutely darling.

We sat down with Catherine Anspon & Susan Plum

We sat down with Lou Savarese & Jordan Seff

Logan Lester is a full time buyer’s specialist for RE/MAX Fine Properties and The Sansone Group-RE/MAX Fine Properties Real Estate and The winner of Miss Texas USA pageant.

Dwight Boykins is a Democratic politician and member of the Houston City Council in Texas, representing District D where he was born and raised. He was elected to the council in 2013 in the general election on November 5, 2013. He's also a candidate for Mayor of Houston in the 2019 election.

As part of their Mayoral Series, the women of Styling Social Justice sat down with Current Houston city Mayor Sylvester Turner to talk about his life and 3 decades of service as well as some of the key issues facing our city. It was a great conversation and one we hope many of you will listen too. Thank you so much for your time Mayor Turner!

The women of Styling Social Justice were thrilled to sit down with author, motivational speaker, philanthropist, life coach, NBA-all star wife and mother of four - CleRenda McGrady to talk about her book #PushThru and her inspirational work building up young girls through Push Academy For Girls. CleRenda’s insights were jam packed with wisdom beyond measure. What a moment it was to have this wonderful woman on #SSJ for our #WomenofPhilanthropy series @thevintagecontessa and @theraniareport we’re inspired beyond words - we know you will be too! Thank you CleRenda!

The women of Styling Social Justice sat down with Mindhunter’s John Douglas and Houston’s Andy Kahan to discuss their work in studying and corresponding with the nations most gruesome murders and crime cases. From life inside the prison to the psychology of the correspondence to the needs of the victims, we covered it all - often touching on difficult content - but nonetheless riveting.

We are super excited to have Tony Buzbee on the show, He is an American lawyer and politician. On October 30, 2018, Buzbee announced he would be running for mayor of Houston, Texas.

The women of Styling Social Justice continue their #WomeninPhilanthropy series with the incredible #HallieVanderhider. From her life as a record setting oil and gas executive to her days as a single mother who lost one of her children to a pillar in our community through her philanthropic giving which is intentional, substantive and literally moves the needle, we dove into her life, her history, her deep love for this country, the military and law enforcement. Without a doubt, she is one of the most riveting women we have ever known, talked to and will be in the presence of. We love her and you will too. Listen and share this incredible sit down. Special thanks to you Hallie!

Bill King's campaign centers on two themes: to clean up City Hall and get back to basics. We must end the widespread and rampant corruption within our city government. This is why I am supporting a citizen initiative that would ban political donations from people or companies that do business with the city. Government needs to work for the people, not political insiders.

The 2nd Annual Women Who Shape Houston Luncheon

Women of Philanthropy Series Styling Social Justice Season 2 has begun and we are thrilled to launch a new series called #WomenofPhilanthropy. Our first guests had to be #SippiKhurana and #BrigitteKalai, two Crime Stoppers of Houston #LeadingWomenforPublicSafety & absolute community gems. We dove in & asked them about their lives, why & how they give, what it means to them & where their passion comes from. We were left inspired & even more in love with these absolute community pillars. If these women have touched your lives or your organization the way they’ve touched ours, please share this interview in honor of them! They are truly incredible & inspirational Women of Philanthropy.

Special guest Retired Chief of the Texas Rangers, Tony Leal, join us for a very honest and difficult, but respectful conversation about the 2nd amendment, guns, gun control, mental health and so much more! Thank you Chief Leal for being our guest and sitting down with us following a series of disasters that have really rattled our nation. We'll be taking your comments and questions.

From life as a little boy in Memphis to navigating a community where gang members were friends. He had the realization that he was not just a dancer but a master of Jukin. From ballet school to performing with Madonna and YoYoMa to becoming the face of brands, he has formed artistic partnerships with Apple to massive fashion conglomerates. He Co- created MovementArtIs (where social justice is expressed and discussed through art and dance). We barley could cover it all in our Season 2 Premier with Charles “Lil Buck” Riley. There’s no other way to put it - this man is an artist, a master mind, and does it all with a heart of gold. Please take a moment to hear him tell his inspiring story on this weeks episode.

From non-profit guru to hearing about growing up on a ranching family to being the first female chairman of the Texas Rangers Foundation in 40 years to the philanthropic glue for major oil and gas companies, @ConstanceWhite is not only one of Houston’s most unique leaders but her interests have spearheaded more programs to aid and protect children than one can count. As a community volunteer and board member, she’s become a transformative mover and shaker and one whose life and stories, vision and direction will be of value to you and your daughters. Take a moment to listen and share this weeks @StylingSocialJustice. You can also listen on our facebook page or website: Styling SocialJustice.com

An absolutely wonderful morning sitting down with Houston’s loved @KPRC @HoustonLifeTV daytime co-hosts @DerrickShore and @CourtneyZavala for an in-depth look at their lives growing up, the challenges to get where they are today, their current thoughts regarding online trolls as well as city/wide interests. From religion to relationships, families to pass times, we talked about it all and loved every minute. Houston is so blessed with these two gems! Tune in to this interview and be sure to send love their way! Thanks again Derrick and Courtney! @StylingSocialJustice loved having you!

This is the bonus Q&A after episode 36 finished.

Excited to announce that @Stylingsocialjustice is launching two new series - the first being on #HumanTrafficking. This five part series starts with this informational session with an overview of what humans trafficking is, who it targets and the four tenants we must address to combat it. Very special thanks to advocate Jennifer Hohman and survivor leader Rachel Fischer for launching this incredible series with us and on behalf of our #stylingsocialjustice community!

My co-host The Vintage Contessa & Times Past was greatly missed during today’s incredible sit down with Dave Ward's Houston and Jim Mcgrath on Styling Social Justice! In discussing the launch of Dave Ward’s new memoir “Good Evening, Friends: A Broadcaster Shares His Story” co-written by Jim McGrath, we covered so much of Dave’s journey to now. Whether talking about his time in radio to walking into ABC13 Houston KTRK fifty plus years ago, from interviewing President Barak Obama to life “behind the scenes” with #MarvinZindler - there were so many insights into the life and legacy of Houston’s Media icon. And of course from his Mrs. Laura Ward who was the glue and catalyst behind this book production to the many who have read it and commented like Neal Hammil, Shelby Hodge with PaperCity Magazine, Ken Hoffman with CultureMap and more - everyone agrees this is a must read! Thank you Jim for all your work and expertise on this important project. And thank you both for your time on #stylingsocialjustice this morning! To listen, find the live video on our Facebook page or go to stylingsocialjustice.com!

You know her as the ultimate lifestyle writer but Ruchi Mukerjee is that and so much more. On @stylingsocialjustice she walked us down the path she took covering grave injustices in India - from issues around dowries found in Indian society to the grave realities of women forced into the red light district of Kolkata. She talked openly about her journey to Houston and how she went from a single mom of one with no network to a thriving business owner and society staple. Thank you for your time and passion Ruchi!

“It was such a joy to sit down with Houston’s literary treasure, Melissa Williams on @StylingSocialJustice! Melissa shared her life-long love for reading, where her true inspiration came from to (you’ll never imagine) and why she is so passionate about literacy now, especially when it comes to children. So many of us support her work with iWrite but in getting to really talk to her, it was clear that her work extends beyond the page and into the hearts and imaginations of little minds everywhere. Houston is certainly lucky to call her ours! Tune in now for this week’s episode of #StylingSocialJustice!”

We are thrilled to present @jenniferhohman and @johnclark to discuss the real issues around human trafficking. If you have a child with a phone, who goes to school, or involved in a community in any way, your child is a target. They both joined the cause when they realized that the risk is very real to every day families. Please tune in to learn how to protect your children and our community. Link for the Ch11 Houston news report about Sex traffickers targeting American children: https://www.11alive.com/video/news/investigations/selling-girls/selling-girls-the-full-investigation/85-2788161 Jennifer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-hohman-a3a4125/ Jennifer Twitter: @JennHohman Elijah Rising: https://www.elijahrising.org/staff/ FightforUs.org: http://www.fightforus.org/ For information about the SMART Act and POTS: http://www.operationtexasshield.com/

In one of our most compelling sit downs, @StylingSocialJustice talked about all things school safety related with the incredible #MicheleGay, co-founder of @SafeandSoundSchools. Following the loss of her 7-year-old daughter, Joey, in the horrific shootingat #SandyHookElementarySchool - Michele and fellow co-founder Alissa Parker turned their grief into purpose with a full on commitment to studying all aspects of school safety and crisis response globally. Join this riveting, emotional and compelling discussionwith a woman who leaves you almost speechless. Thank you again Michele!

The women of styling social justice were thrilled to sit down with Leisa Holland Nelson of @astoundz and Darcie Wells of @marchofdimes to talk about the plight of women and pregnancy and the shocking numbers around prenatal inequality. As a four woman, we focused on solutions as well as diving into issues around #personalbrand, #womeninbusiness #mommyguilt #philanthropyinHouston and more. It was a fun and informative conversation that left us with many compelling questions!

Discussing all things school safety related including what is a threat, how to report a threat, who should report a threat and will parents and kids be labeled as “difficult” when they bring things to the attention of administrators? Local area school principal Dr. Kathleen Jeremiassen was our guest today on @stylingsocialjustice with myself and today’s co-host @mininicnic. It was an interesting conversation and one I hope parents will take a moment to listen to! To hear more go to www.stylingsocialjustice.com or our #stylingsocialjustice Facebook page. Thanks so very much to Dr. Jeremiassen, Nichole, Adam Andrus (our producer) and @taniacruz_07 for being with us in studio today. We missed you @thevintagecontessa !!

The women of Styling Social Justice have always said that #health and #safety are the two most important things when it comes to the #quality of ones life. While all of us can come together to help enhance our safety and certainly our health, when a serious diagnosis strikes, we are collectively seek experts in the medical field. Dr. Diane Reidy is a leading oncologist from Memorial-Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Today she joins us for an emotional conversation about cancer - diagnosis, treatment, risks, advancements, pediatric cancer and more. She’ll soon be launching her own podcast called #CancerTruths that we hope all will follow. Take a moment to listen and share this powerful episode with those in your life. If you are or have known or loved a cancer survivor or victim of the disease, you know why she was led to tears and the impact the disease has on all. We are thankful to women like Dr. Reidy who is committed to treatment, research and cures. Thank you Dr. Reidy!

This week’s guest is Father Nathaniel. After spending a few years working at Xerox as an engineer, Father Nathaniel was called to dedicate his life to God. He traveled to Rome and became an ordained Catholic priest in 2010. Since then he has assisted at parishes such as St John Vianney, St Cecilia, Epiphany, Prince of Peace and St Anthony of Padua and has created numerous opportunities to help members of the church flourish.

We are thrilled to sit down with Russell Molina and Tony Leal for this week’s podcast. These two amazing men are the owners of PPI Security and The Hat Store in Houston. We discuss cowboy hats, parenting, owning a business, law enforcement and safety. We thoroughly enjoyed hearing their unique perspective on raising children and #StylingConversation about Texas men's fashion!

In the middle of launching major business news, Nina Magon, of Contour Interior Designs stopped by @Stylingsocialjustice to talk about her life journey, her family, the challenges, lessons and next steps. Through it all, she showed her heart in talking about her children, her desire to see an end to crimes against children and a sincere wish for a happy, kind and moral community. This @crimestoppersofhouston #LeadingWomanforPublicSafety makes us all proud. Tune in to listen now! And send our co-host #TheContessa well wishes as she recovers from being ill

From #sexualabuse as a child in #CPS, to #homelessness, to #gang affiliation to #commercialsexualexploitation to #callgirl status to #forensicnurse ready to #rescue the world, Rachel D. Fischer RN her literally walks us through her incredible life journey and shares what she’s now discovered every parent needs to know in this new world of exploitation and trafficking through everyday tools like #socialmedia and #gaming. Donae and I laughed, cried and were moved beyond words as Rachel shared her highs and lows and her return to faith all these years later. Thank you Rachel for all you do now and for what’s to come!

The women of @stylingsocialjustice were eager to sit down with #HarrisCountySheriff @EdGonzalez for a critical and informative interview on the state of crime in the greater Houston area. In this riveting conversation, everything from the most current crime trends to Houston cases that touched the nation (the recent killing of Jazmine Barnes) were discussed. This must listen to show will be of interest to all. Thank you Sheriff Gonzalez for your time and commitment to all how call Harris County home.