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"For those of us not in immediate danger of losing our livelihoods, our lives, our ability to move through the world, this is the moment we need to step up. Right now, more than anything, we all have to be firestarters. Light the match."Luvvie Ajayi Jones is an author, speaker, and mentor who tells stories that inspire and dare people to live more boldly. She started her career as a blogger and in 2016, published her first book, I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual, which debuted on the New York Times best-seller list. Her subsequent TED talk, “Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable” has been translated into 23 languages and is in the top 1 percent of TED Talks of all time.Luvvie and I discuss what her Nigerian family taught her about community, how blogging turned into a dream career, and why she wrote her new book, Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name, which comes out this spring.Luvvie is a force of nature who wants all of us to become “professional troublemakers”—people who use their voices to make every room they enter just a little better. She exemplifies courage, summons others' audacity, and teaches us how to create community. Luvvie is a firestarter.Preorder Luvvie's upcoming book: Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit shannonwatts.substack.com/subscribe

Hey BA fam! It's time for another How-To Monday. Author and speaker Luvvie Ajayi talks all about her book "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual." Learn about how to hold yourself accountable in order to reach new heights in business, life and beyond.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey BA fam! It's time for another How-To Monday. Author and speaker Luvvie Ajayi talks all about her book "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual." Learn about how to hold yourself accountable in order to reach new heights in business, life and beyond. We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Hello Monday Master Class! We've distilled the essence of hundreds of conversations into five essential rules that will empower you to thrive in an ever-changing professional landscape. It's week two, and our lesson is simple, but not at all easy: We're talking about trusting ourselves. From the moment we're born, the outside world will infuse doubt within us, no matter who we are or what we want to achieve. Many of us will spend a lot of time worrying way too much about what other people think—and we'll be so busy doing that, that we won't realize that everyone else is also doing it. Perhaps counterintuitively, once we learn that most people feel a similar way, we can just begin to let go of the angst altogether. In this second episode of the Hello Monday Master Class, we reach back into the archives to learn from actress, producer, and podcaster Anna Faris (Mom, The House Bunny, Anna Faris is Unqualified) and bestselling author, speaker, and coach Luvvie Ajayi Jones (Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual; Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens; and I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual). We'll talk about the confidence-inducing power of sharing our best ideas over and over again, and how to navigate the pitfalls of likability. After you listen, collaborate on this week's exercise in the free Hello Monday Group on LinkedIn. Join the Hello Monday Group by clicking here. Listen to Anna's full episode of Hello Monday here. Hear Luvvie's full episode of Hello Monday here and follow her on LinkedIn. To get the rest of the Hello Monday Master Class delivered right to your inbox, subscribe to our free newsletter.

This is it! We have made it to the end of season one of Girl! I'm Stuck Podcast. And for our finale, we're bringing you the tea on Hustle Culture and the Myth of Motivation. You know, we're always told that success comes from hustling and working hard, but sometimes that can turn into toxic work ethics and burnout. So, we're getting real about the negative effects of Hustle Culture and how it can affect our relationships. But we're not just talking the talk; we're walking the walk by giving you five tried and true tips to overcome Hustle Culture and Motivation Burnout. So, get ready to let go of that Hustle Culture and embrace healthy work habits and relationships. As always, thank you for tuning in to Girl! I'm Stuck Podcast, and don't forget to sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media, girl. We'll see you next season! https://www.demiaustinthomas.com Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/demiaustinthomas/ https://www.instagram.com/girlimstuckpodcast Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/girlimstuck/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/girlimstuck/support Resources Mentioned in the Podcast "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle" by Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski - Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/34tmgwE "I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual" by Luvvie Ajayi Jones - Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Im-Judging-You-Do-Better-Manual/dp/1627796061 Calm App - Available for download on the App Store or Google Play: https://www.calm.com/ Shine App - Available for download on the App Store or Google Play: https://www.shinetext.com/app --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/girlimstuck/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/girlimstuck/support

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of humor, media, and justice. Her critically acclaimed books Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual (2021) and I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual (2016) were instant bestsellers and established her as a literary force with a powerful pen. Her newest book Rising Troublemaker: A Manual for Teens is out NOW! Luvvie is a proud disruptor who has been featured in NPR, Forbes, Inc, Fortune, Chicago Tribune, and more. She has disruptively graced the stages of Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, and Nike and many more top brands. Her renowned TED talk "Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable" has over 8 million views, has been transcribed into 23 languages, and has placed her in the Top 1% of TED Talks of all time. Born in Nigeria, bred in Chicago and comfortable everywhere, Luvvie enjoys laying around in her plush robe, eating a warm bowl of jollof rice in her free time. Her love language is shoes. Listen in to hear Luvvie share: The importance and urgency of showing up in this very moment in history How to be a Troublemaker in ways that are authentic and true to who you are Why you must become a Professional Troublemaker yourself in order to raise a Troublemaker Why Troublemakers need to ask more questions How to circle back on missed chances to speak up The 4 types of Troublemaker 3 things three things Rising Troublemakers can do every day to own your dopeness The domino effect of using your words to have impact Links mentioned: Connect with Luvvie: luvvie.org/ Book: Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens  Book: Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual Podcast: Professional Troublemaker Luvvie's Community: LuvvNation Luvvie's Blog: https://awesomelyluvvie.com/ Luvvie on Social Media: @luvvie on all platforms Sponsor info and promo codes: Please find our sponsor information here: shamelessmom.com/sponsor/ Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Shameless Mom Academy? Email our sales team at sales@adalystmedia.com

This week on radically Loved, Nigerian American author Luvvie Ajayi Jones joins Rosie to discuss facing fears and professional troublemaking. What can you do when you know that something is wrong, but no one is doing anything to fix it? You can make trouble. People often forget that you can speak up and choose to make a change. Troublemaking may have a negative connotation, but it can also be a source of good and lead to change. This episode is brought to you by: Inside Tracker20% off the entire InsideTracker store! Head over to www.insidetracker.com/LOVED to get startedCalmVisit www.calm.com/loved for 40% Off Calm Premium Subscription Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: 1.Learn what a professional troublemaker is and what it means to be one2.Discover how you can choose to honor yourself and speak for others3.Recognize what it means to be fearless in the face of your fearsEpisode Highlights:[00:45] Luvvie's Passion for Libraries[04:45] Life During the Pandemic[06:37] Creating Art in Times of Crisis[08:49] Humanity's Denial of Reality[15:58] Being a Professional Troublemaker[18:30] Thoughtful Troublemaking[21:51] Choosing to Make Necessary Trouble[25:31] Facing Fear[26:55] Faith and Spirituality[31:47] How Luvvie Feels Radically LovedResources:●Learn more and connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones through these sites:○Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AwesomelyLuvvie/ ○Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luvvie/ ○Twitter: https://twitter.com/Luvvie ○Website: https://luvvie.org/ ○Podcast: Professional Troublemaker: https://luvvie.org/professional-troublemaker-podcast/ ●Books by Luvvie Ajayi Jones○Professional Troublemaker: The Fear Fighter Manual: https://luvvie.org/professional-troublemaker-book/ ○I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual: https://luvvie.org/im-judging-you-book/ ○Pre-order Luvvie's upcoming book, Rising Troublemaker: A Fear Fighter Manual for Teens: https://www.amazon.com/Rising-Troublemaker-Fear-Fighter-Manual-Teens/dp/0593526031 ●Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcasts. ●Have a specific topic in mind? Email us at info@radicallyloved.com. Don't forget to add the subject Wisdom Wednesday topic!●Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!●FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away!●Stay updated!○Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/○Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacosta○Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie○TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta

This week on radically Loved, Nigerian American author Luvvie Ajayi Jones joins Rosie to discuss facing fears and professional troublemaking. What can you do when you know that something is wrong, but no one is doing anything to fix it? You can make trouble. People often forget that you can speak up and choose to make a change. Troublemaking may have a negative connotation, but it can also be a source of good and lead to change. This episode is brought to you by: Inside Tracker20% off the entire InsideTracker store! Head over to www.insidetracker.com/LOVED to get startedCalmVisit www.calm.com/loved for 40% Off Calm Premium Subscription Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: 1.Learn what a professional troublemaker is and what it means to be one2.Discover how you can choose to honor yourself and speak for others3.Recognize what it means to be fearless in the face of your fearsEpisode Highlights:[00:45] Luvvie's Passion for Libraries[04:45] Life During the Pandemic[06:37] Creating Art in Times of Crisis[08:49] Humanity's Denial of Reality[15:58] Being a Professional Troublemaker[18:30] Thoughtful Troublemaking[21:51] Choosing to Make Necessary Trouble[25:31] Facing Fear[26:55] Faith and Spirituality[31:47] How Luvvie Feels Radically LovedResources:●Learn more and connect with Luvvie Ajayi Jones through these sites:○Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AwesomelyLuvvie/ ○Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luvvie/ ○Twitter: https://twitter.com/Luvvie ○Website: https://luvvie.org/ ○Podcast: Professional Troublemaker: https://luvvie.org/professional-troublemaker-podcast/ ●Books by Luvvie Ajayi Jones○Professional Troublemaker: The Fear Fighter Manual: https://luvvie.org/professional-troublemaker-book/ ○I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual: https://luvvie.org/im-judging-you-book/ ○Pre-order Luvvie's upcoming book, Rising Troublemaker: A Fear Fighter Manual for Teens: https://www.amazon.com/Rising-Troublemaker-Fear-Fighter-Manual-Teens/dp/0593526031 ●Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcasts. ●Have a specific topic in mind? Email us at info@radicallyloved.com. Don't forget to add the subject Wisdom Wednesday topic!●Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!●FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away!●Stay updated!○Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/○Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacosta○Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosie○TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacosta

We talked about it, and we've decided that the pandemic is over. For now at least. And we wanted to celebrate by talking about what helped get us through it. Each other, of course, but also what we read.Aileen talked about how much she loved reading Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid.  Lauren reminisced about Ross Poldark, the first book in the Poldark series by Winston Graham. And Alisa and Josie went non-fiction with I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual by Luvvie Ajayi, and The Emperor of Scent by Chandler Burr. 

1. How do we build a squad of friends–people we can trust our truth and imperfection with, and who take responsibility for one another's care? 2. How to know when it's time to let a friendship go–and how we release one another without the hard feelings.   3. Why when we have a problem trusting others, it sometimes has to do with a lack of trust in ourselves.    4. Why Luvvie says her friends have rewired her brain, and answers the question: Can Black and white women really be friends? About Luvvie: Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and sought-after speaker who thrives at the intersection of humor, media, and justice. Her critically acclaimed books Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual and I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual were instant bestsellers and established her as a literary force with a powerful pen. Professional Troublemaker was just released in paperback.  She's an internationally recognized speaker who takes on dozens of stages every year around the globe and has spoken at some of the world's most innovative companies and conferences, including Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Twitter. She is also co-creator of the #SharetheMicNow global movement and hosts her podcast, Professional Troublemaker. Instagram: @luvvie Twitter: @Luvvie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1. A hilarious, profound take on judging people, and why Luvvie's telling the world–and has often told Glennon–to: “Fix your face.” 2. How to prepare for hard conversations with those we love–including the lists Luvvie brings to those talks that help keep her calm and vulnerable. 3. The importance of sitting with the fear behind the questions: “Who am I when I am not giving something to somebody?” and “What is my worth when I have nothing to offer?” 4. How we can affirm our teen Troublemakers to keep being different–that their power is in remaining as odd and amazing as they already are–and the complications that led to in Glennon and Abby's home.  About Luvvie: Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and sought-after speaker who thrives at the intersection of humor, media, and justice. Her critically acclaimed books Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual and I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual were instant bestsellers and established her as a literary force with a powerful pen. Professional Troublemaker was just released in paperback.   She's an internationally recognized speaker who takes on dozens of stages every year around the globe and has spoken at some of the world's most innovative companies and conferences, including Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Twitter. She is also co-creator of the #SharetheMicNow global movement and hosts her podcast, Professional Troublemaker. Instagram: @luvvie Twitter: @Luvvie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writing advice from Luvvie Ajayi Jones , activist, speaker, and the award-winning author of I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual, and Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual. * To listen to Luvvie's full interview with host Zibby Owens on the podcast Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books, click here: https://bit.ly/3wYn1bc * To read (or re-read!) this writing advice, click here: bit.ly/3mYhop6 * Want to buy the PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER? Click here: https://bit.ly/3shQbOZ * Feel inspired to write? Submit your work to Moms Don't Have Time to Write, a Medium publication. Guidelines here: https://bit.ly/3w1aQdi * Love what you hear? Subscribe! Give us a 5-star rating! Leave a comment!  * And please follow us on Instagram @momsdonthavetimetoreadbooks!

In our inaugural episode, dedicated flosser Sarah Bagley goes deep on housing affordability, gun violence prevention, internal anti-racist work, and that hot old guy from Jurassic Park. Check these show notes for details from the episode! Tonight we're drinking: The Ridin' with Biden, from Neighborhood Provisions The New Girl Nick from The New Girl (Jake Johnson) Desmond the hyper-dramatic hound dog Ichiban Sushi House on King Street Rustico! Sarah loves the fried cauliflower—Anh says bring back the duck pizza with arulgula! I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual, by Luvvie Ajayi Awesomely Luvvie on FB Sam Neill from Jurassic Park is actually 73 Joshua Jackson McDonald's used to have birthday parties! Climate Corner: ALX Environmental Action Plan Jones Point Park Ruby Tucker Park Rashmi Pappu Photography ALL Alexandria Resolution on Race + Equity Manumission Tours Moms Demand Action Me & White Supremacy Workbook Postcards4VA in Alexandria: While Sarah is on campaign hiatus, email Jennifer.Runkle@gmail.com to join the postcarding movement! Lulu Phan-Swanner What is AMI? This doc is from St. Paul, MN, but it's a good explainer! What Anh's eating: dumplings from Kung Fu Kitchen Michelle Millben's Explanation Kids SarahforCityCouncil.com Donate to Sarah Bagley

Welcome to episode #772 of Six Pixels of Separation. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #772 - Host: Mitch Joel. I was really excited about the opportunity to spend some time with Luvvie Ajayi Jones. She is an author, podcast host, speaker, and someone who has been blogging just a little bit longer than me (there are not many of us left). Luvvie thrives at the intersection of comedy, media, and justice. Her debut book, I'm Judging You - The Do-Better Manual, was released to critical acclaim, and her new book, Professional Troublemaker - The Fear-Fighter Manual is another bestseller. It's hard to fathom, but Luvvie has been blogging for 18 years and covers all things culture with a critical yet humorous lens. That same razor-sharp voice spurred her wildly popular TED Talk, Get Comfortable with being uncomfortable, to almost six million views. Luvvie also connects with her audience through her social network, LuvvNation, where she is the go-to source for elevated conversations about all things buzzworthy and doing better at life. It serves as a safe space in a dumpster fire world, and has over 15,000 members. She has received numerous accolades including being chosen by Oprah Winfrey as part of her inaugural SuperSoul100 list as someone who “elevates humanity.” She hosts a podcast called, Professional Troublemaker, where she has conversations with incredible people who have committed to living life loudly, with courage and conviction. Enjoy the conversation.... Running time: 52:33. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Luvvie Ajayi Jones. Professional Troublemaker - The Fear-Fighter Manual. I'm Judging You - The Do-Better Manual. LuvvNation. Professional Troublemake. Awesomely Luvvie. Follow Luvvie on Instagram. Follow Luvvie on LinkedIn. Follow Luvvie on Twitter. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a writer, speaker and author of two New York Times best-selling books, “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual” and her latest, “Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighting Manual.” Luvvie’s books are part memoir, part manifestos that, like Luvvie herself, try to help the rest of us do better — for ourselves and for the people around us. On this episode of Next Question with Katie Couric, Katie gives herself over to Luvvie’s wisdom and learns how to overcome confidence barriers, use fear for good, shed that pleaser instinct, embrace the brag, and loan courage whenever possible. Get your pad and pen, because your Luvvie lesson starts now!  Learn more about the episode: Buy the “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual” Buy “Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual” Watch Luvvie’s 2017 Ted Talk, “Get comfortable with being uncomfortable” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

The new minisode series will tackle some of the stories/movies/books/tv shows I'm currently following in a snazzy roundup way-- you brush up on current pop culture all in about 20 minutes (hooray!)This week I breakdown that very problematic Rachel Hollis post (she's always been problematic this is yet just another example), parallels with Sharon Osbourne exiting The Talk, the mystery that is Chet Hanks, and a new Q Anon documentary I'm been watching (with many breaks because it's not for the faint of heart); Q: Into the Storm.Follow along and let us know what you think on Instagram @haveyouheardpodcast.  Be sure to subscribe and write a review, it's greatly appreciated!Sources:Here's What You Need to Know About the Latest Rachel Hollis Backlash (Cassandra Stone, Motherly)Support Luvvie and buy her books 'Professional Troublemaker: The Fear Fighter Manual' and 'I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual'Sharon Osbourne Exits 'The Talk' After Allegations of Misconduct and Racist Remarks (Deadline, Dominic Patten)The Squandered Promise of Chet Hanks White Boy Summer (Naomi Fry, The New Yorker)Q: Into The Storm - Watch on HBO or Crave

Elizabeth Gilbert calls her “a powerhouse, the thunder and the lightning,” and Issa Rae says she's “one of the bravest, most incisively honest, hysterical voices I know". Luvvie Ajayi Jones is the 2x New York Times bestselling author of I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual and Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual,  creator of the popular blog AwesomelyLuvvie, and an internationally renowned public speaker.  Her TED talk  on facing fear has over 5 million views to date.  She also hosts two podcasts, Professional Troublemaker and Jesus and Jollof (with her homegirl and actress Yvonne Orji). Her first book is being adapted for TV by Shondaland and she was featured on Oprah's inaugural SuperSoul 100 list as someone who “elevates humanity.” 

Elizabeth Gilbert calls her “a powerhouse, the thunder and the lightning,” and Issa Rae says she's “one of the bravest, most incisively honest, hysterical voices I know". Luvvie Ajayi Jones is the 2x New York Times bestselling author of I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual and Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual,  creator of the popular blog AwesomelyLuvvie, and an internationally renowned public speaker.  Her TED talk  on facing fear has over 5 million views to date.  She also hosts two podcasts, Professional Troublemaker and Jesus and Jollof (with her homegirl and actress Yvonne Orji). Her first book is being adapted for TV by Shondaland and she was featured on Oprah's inaugural SuperSoul 100 list as someone who “elevates humanity.” 

Fear is something that we all deal with both inside and outside of work. What is fear stopping you from doing today? Are you not speaking up in meetings because you might say something dumb? Have you avoided asking for a raise or a promotion because you might be told ‘no’? Do you shy away from challenging your manager’s ideas because you might get reprimanded? My guest this week is Luvvie Ajayi Jones, bestselling author of I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual and the brand new book, Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual. For years Luvvie let fear stand in her way, but she’s definitely not anymore. While we can’t get rid of fear completely, we can live out our lives boldly in spite of it. Today Luvvie shares her personal story of how she overcame fear and became a professional troublemaker--and she gives advice on how we can do the same. In this episode of the podcast we explore: How Luvvie started writing and what most shaped her outlook on life Why she argues that being a troublemaker is a good thing How to get comfortable with being uncomfortable The importance of setting boundaries at work and in your personal life How Luvvie deals with trolls and toxic people Why leaders can encourage everyone around them to be troublemakers “Our comfort zones are not the place where big things are waiting for us.They're not the place where the best life that we want to live is waiting for us. Because the reason why it's comfortable is because you've learned all you had to learn. There is nothing in there that challenges you. And there's no way you're going to grow.”-- Luvvie Ajayi Jones

We kicked off the first episode of A Moment in HERstory with the one & only Queen Christina Joy!! Pull up a chair & take notes, as Sis drops Gems about everything from Beauty, Brains, Business, & giving back to the Black Community. Most importantly, Queen’s story encourages and shows us just what the hell can happen in a year & a half when you bet on yourself and do the MFN work. Also, when inspiration hits, don’t sleep or sit on it!! Queen is sure to keep making big waves with her fashion, her strategic intellect, and her program to give back to the hood. Make sure yall tap in with Sis on her socials & blog. Also, links to the books discussed are listed below. Queen’s Socials: https://www.facebook.com/QueenChristinaJoy https://www.instagram.com/queenchristinajoy/ Books: I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual https://luvvie.org/im-judging-you-book/ Pussy Prayers https://www.blackgirlbliss.com/pussy-prayers The Coldest Winter Ever https://www.amazon.com/Coldest-Winter-Ever-Sister-Souljah/dp/1416521690 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stayregalradio/support

Luvvie Ajayi Jones (she/her) is an award-winning author, speaker and ‘professional troublemaker’. Luvvie thrives at the intersection of comedy, media and justice. She is the author of the New York Times bestseller “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual” and she is the co- founder of the global movement #SharetheMicNow. Her TED Talk ‘Get comfortable with being uncomfortable’ has had over 5 million views.Her new book “The Fear-Fighter Manual, Lessons from a Professional Troublemaker” is a hilarious and transformational book about how to tackle fear and step into lives, careers and legacies that go beyond even our wildest dreams.Find Luvvie’s bookFind Luvvie: @LuvvieFind me: @venetialamannaFind the show: @ATSTpodcastRecommendations from this episode:Luvvie’s skincareLuvvie's playlists My favourite Vitamin C serum (turns out I had used one before)This episode is kindly sponsored by Wild Deodorant. Use “SMALLTHINGS” at checkout for 20% off. All The Small Things is co-produced by Holly Falconer, edited by Venetia La Manna, with music composed by William Haxworth and artwork designed by Alex Sedano. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is an award-winning author, speaker and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, media and justice. She is the author of the New York Times bestseller I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual, and her site, AwesomelyLuvvie, is where she covers all things culture with a critical yet humorous lens. She is cofounder of the #SharetheMicNow global movement and runs her own social platform, LuvvNation, which is a safe space in a dumpster fire world.   Follow Luvvie on IG: http://instagram.com/luvvie   Luvvie's platforms: https://linktr.ee/luvvie   Check out ‘The Fear-Fighter Manual':  https://luvvie.org/professional-troublemaker-book/   Follow The Big Move on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thebigmovepodcast/ Follow Em, The Lipstick Fever here: https://www.instagram.com/thelipstickfever/  Sign up for The Big Move Podcast email newsletter: https://forms.gle/E84RHcjkuXRERFWu7

This week it is our pleasure to interview Luvvie Ajayi Jones. Luvvie is an author, a sought-after speaker, and a podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology and justice. She penned the New York Times bestselling I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual. Her latest book is Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual. Who is a professional troublemaker? They are the necessary truth-tellers in the room. Listen to the podcast to find out why they are so vital. @Luvvie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week it is our pleasure to interview Luvvie Ajayi Jones. Luvvie is an author, a sought-after speaker, and a podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology and justice. She penned the New York Times bestselling I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual. Her latest book is Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual. Who is a professional troublemaker? They are the necessary truth-tellers in the room. Listen to the podcast to find out why they are so vital. @Luvvie

What is fear truly costing you? What opportunities are you missing out on? Over the years, I’ve learned that it’s not about waiting until you are fearless, it’s about moving and chasing purpose in spite of fear. So often we desire to be obedient and fulfill our hearts desires, yet fear pushes us down and keeps us stuck in silence. The fear of rejection, failure, judgement and for some, success, are self inflicting limitations that cost us our freedom and keep us stagnant.  Today’s guest has learned to silence her fears and push through by making more trouble. She encourages us to all become professional troublemakers and I can’t wait to give you more context in this episode. Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, media, and justice. She’s an internationally recognized speaker who takes on dozens of stages every year around the globe, and has spoken at some of the world's most innovative companies and conferences, including Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Twitter. She is also co-creator of the #SharetheMicNow global movement and hosts her podcast, Professional Troublemaker. Her debut book I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual was released to critical acclaim, hitting the New York Times bestselling list at #5 and in this episode she is joining us to discuss her new book Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual. Key discussion points from this episode include: How To Properly Introduce Yourself - 04:34 Professional Troublemakers vs. Everyday Trolls - 8:18 Will You Be Proud Of Your Silence? - 10:38 Say Something - 17:30 Fear vs. Timing - 21:06 Build Your Squad - 33:51 Get A Nigerian Friend - 42:06 Pay Homage To The Original Professional Troublemakers - 45:37 This episode is brought to you by our complimentary Purpose Chasers community. Want to share your aha moments with a group of like-minded purpose chasers from all over the world? Visit iamapurposechaser.com and join NOW.   What Is Fear Costing You Takeaways “We’re all a mess because we need to make more trouble.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “Making trouble looks like disrupting for the greater good and challenging rooms that we are in so they are elated as a result of us being in them.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “Making trouble means you’re probably on the right side of history.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “You can’t be courageous without fear of being present first.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “There is a troublemaker in all of us, but it has been abused and silenced, insulted and shunned out of us.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “If you are somebody who everybody likes, you have not said anything that it is important or of impact.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “When you have very strong values, you will repel certain people and be deeply loved by others.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “We spend a lot of time being afraid of ourselves or for ourselves, not thinking about who we are supposed to be fighting for.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “If I don’t speak up for me, then I’m also being silent for those who look like me.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “Black girls who are not famous can sell books.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “Your voice is being used in service of others.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones “Fear stops us often from doing or saying what our purpose is.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones  “It’s already done if you just do your part.” - Patrice Washington “Who you used to be is necessary to who you need to become.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones  “Mentorship is not a relationship you can ask for, mentorship is a relationship that is organic.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones  “Old black women are the original professional troublemakers.” - Luvvie Ajayi Jones   Redefining Wealth Rapid Wisdom Questions And with that, let’s dig into Luvvie’s responses to our Redefining Wealth Rapid Wisdom Questions. Define Success: “Success is living life on my own terms.” Define Wealth in 3 Words or Less: “Freedom of choice.” One Book that Has Redefined How You See Wealth: Untamed by Glennon Doyle Fill-in the Blanks … “My name is ___ and the truth about wealth is ___”: “My name is Luvvie Ajayi Jones and to me the truth about wealth is that it’s attainable for all of us, we just have to do scary things to get it. Scary things don’t mean bad or unethical things, but they do ask for us to be bold about our dreams, our desires and our wants without shame.”   MENTIONS: I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual - Luvvie Ajayi Jones Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual - Luvvie Ajayi Jones   LINKS: Join Purpose To Platform: https://patricewashington.com/purpose2platform/ To advertise on the podcast: http://www.patricewashington.com/podcastads Become an Official Purpose Chaser: https://www.facebook.com/groups/redefiningwealthcommunity/?ref=bookmarks To check out ALL of our past guests + episodes: http://www.patricewashington.com/Listen If you have questions about booking Patrice or sponsoring the podcast, email us at info@seekwisdomfindwealth.com. Find me in Social Media: Our podcast hashtag is #RedefiningWealth Instagram: @SeekWisdomPCW https://www.instagram.com/seekwisdompcw/ Twitter: @SeekWisdomPCW https://twitter.com/SeekWisdomPCW Facebook: @SeekWisdomPCW https://www.facebook.com/SeekWisdomPCW/ YouTube: @SeekWisdomPCW https://www.youtube.com/user/SeekWisdomPCW

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology, and justice.She is the author of the New York Times bestseller, I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual, and is currently working on her second book, PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual, which will be released in March 2021.A 17-year blogging veteran, Luvvie writes on AwesomelyLuvvie.com, covering all things culture with a critical yet humorous lens. She is the host of the top-rated podcast Rants & Randomness and is the co-host of Jesus & Jollof with actress and comedian Yvonne Orji. Luvvie also runs her own social platform, LuvvNation, which is a safe space in a dumpster fire world.Luvvie's work as a culture critic and activist has brought her much acclaim. She was selected as a part of Oprah Winfrey's inaugural SuperSoul 100 list, as someone who elevates humanity.Luvvie is an internationally-recognized speaker with a highly popular TED Talk, Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable, which has over 4.8 million views and has been transcribed into 22 languages). She has appeared on stages all over the world including Barbados, France, Ireland, Czech Republic, The Netherlands, Kenya, South Africa, and Spain to name a few. She's been a featured speaker at noted conferences such as: Cannes Lions, SXSW, Leadercast, 3% Conference, MAKERS Conference. Luvvie has also spoken at some of the world's most innovative and disruptive brands, such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, Spotify, Nike, Bank of America, Deloitte, and Clif Bar.Connect with Luvvie & buy her new book! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luvvie/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LuvvieBuy her book here: https://luvvie.org/professional-troublemaker-book/ Follow The Story Box on Social MediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thestoryboxpodcast/ Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/thestoryboxpodcast Website - https://thestoryboxpodcast.com/The Story Box on Podcast Platforms & Subscribe for more! Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-story-box/id1486295252 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7h8Qv3r2ZV29f7ktJOwmgM?si=FXxYC1JFSHesBv7_d1WtNQ Watch The Full Episode Here: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheStoryBox If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to YouTube & Apple Podcasts, and leave a 5-star positive rating and review over on Apple Podcasts. Share it around with your friends and family.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is one of those rare humans who have the words, energy, and power to invite you into seeing the world -- and yourself in a new way. She is a sought-after speaker and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology, and justice. Luvvie also happens to be the author of the New York Times bestseller, “I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual,” and is currently working on her second book, “PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual,” which will be released in March 2021.In this episode, Luvvie talks to me about her moving from Nigeria to the US at a young age and her journey of both fitting in and standing out. In this episode, we talk about a painful failure that led Luvvie to find her voice in blogging, dating all the way back to 2003, and how finally owning the title ‘writer' opened up doors for her.Love the podcast? Rate and leave us a review!Follow Liz on Instagram:@lizbohannon@ssekodesignsThis podcast is produced by Hueman Group Media. Follow us on @sincerelyhueman.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pluckingup/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is one of those rare humans who have the words, energy, and power to invite you into seeing the world -- and yourself in a new way. She is a sought-after speaker and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology, and justice. Luvvie also happens to be the author of the New York Times bestseller, “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual,” and is currently working on her second book, “PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual,” which will be released in March 2021. In this episode, Luvvie talks to me about her moving from Nigeria to the US at a young age and her journey of both fitting in and standing out. In this episode, we talk about a painful failure that led Luvvie to find her voice in blogging, dating all the way back to 2003, and how finally owning the title ‘writer’ opened up doors for her. Love the podcast? Rate and leave us a review! Follow Liz on Instagram: @lizbohannon @ssekodesigns This podcast is produced by Hueman Group Media. Follow us on @sincerelyhueman. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pluckingup/message

On this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: a mini book club and a lack of restraint Current Reads: fantasy is the name of the game here, along with some YA, a book pan, and a graphic novel Deep Dive: we are chatting about the books that made us actually laugh out loud Book Presses: a middle-grade treasure and a humorous work of stunt journalism As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down!  New: we are now including transcripts of the episode. These are generated by AI, so they may not be perfectly accurate, but we want to increase accessibility for our fans! *Please note that all book titles linked below are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. Thanks for your support!*   . . . . Patreon ad for ourselves: 1:42 - Become a Bookish Friend - join us for $5/month! Bookish Moments: 4:29 - Share Your Stuff. I’ll Go First. by Laura Tremaine 4:33 - Episode 24 of Season 3 with Laura Tremaine 5:43 - Bookshop.org Current Reads: 6:20 - A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas (Meredith) 6:41 - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas 12:43 - War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy 13:05 - Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds (Kaytee) 13:10 - Mindy and Mary’s Top 10 Minisode 14:40 - Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas 16:09 - The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab (Meredith) 19:29 - A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab 22:33 - Memorial by Bryan Washington (Kaytee) 25:29 - Brightstorm by Vashti Hardy (Meredith) 25:34 - Mystery to Me Books in Madison, WI 28:56 - The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone by Jaclyn Moriarty  29:00 - The Unadoptables by Hana Tooke 29:13 - Darkwhispers (Brightstorm #2) by Vashti Hardy 29:51 - Solutions and Other Problems by Allie Brosch (Kaytee) 30:08 - Hyperbole and a Half Deep Dive - Books that Make Us LOL: 33:13 - Calypso by David Sedaris 33:48 - A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson 34:10 - Notes from a Small Island by Bill Bryson 35:17 - Born a Crime by Trevor Noah 35:21 - It’s Trevor Noah: Born a Crime (Young Readers Edition) by Trevor Noah 35:34 - Food: A Love Story by Jim Gaffigan 36:04 - Yes, Please by Amy Poehler 36:06 - Bossypants by Tina Fey 36:17 - #IMomSoHard by Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley 36:49 - I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual by Luvvie Ajayi 37:27 - The Editor by Steven Rowley 37:30 - The Guncle by Steven Rowley 37:36 - Dear Fahrenheit 451 by Annie Spence 38:22 - Rabbit: The Autobiography of Ms. Pat by Patricia Williams 38:44 - The Elephant in the Room by Tommy Tomlinson 39:15 - Class Mom by Lori Gelman 39:51 - An Elderly Lady is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten 40:28 - Here for It by R. Eric Thomas Books We Want to Press Into Your Hands: 40:55 - Brightstorm by Vashti Hardy 41:07 - Winter House by Ben Guterson (Meredith) 41:59 - The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart 42:02 - A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket (Daniel Handler) 42:05 - The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin 43:01 - Minisode with Ben Guterson 43:17 - The Year of Biblical Womanhood by Rachel Held Evans (Kaytee) 45:30 - Searching for Sunday by Rachel Held Evans Connect With Us: Meredith is @meredith.reads on Instagram Kaytee is @notesonbookmarks on Instagram Mindy is @gratefulforgrace on Instagram Mary is @maryreadsandsips on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast.com @currentlyreadingpodcast on Instagram currentlyreadingpodcast@gmail.com Support us at patreon.com/currentlyreadingpodcast

I am so proud to welcome our amazing friend, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, to the show. Luvvie is a New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and podcast host who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology and justice.She is the author of the New York Times bestseller, I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual (if you dont have it, get it) and the upcoming NYT Best Selling #1 best seller, PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual, which will be released next month (pre-order it today, yall!)Pull up a seat for this power packed hour where Luvvie shares her story, gives us her top takeaways, and answers some of deeper questions about her own fears, failures, and surprises.You are now listening to Love, Maaden: The Podcast.

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday!We are looking back at our favorite episodes over the last (3!) years as we prepare for season 4 of the podcast. New episodes begin airing Sept. 12. Enjoy this look back at our EPIC interview with author, speaker and Luvvie Ajayi. And, if you haven't yet, get her book "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual" and check out her podcast "Rants and Randomness". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luvvie is an award-winning writer and 15-year blogging veteran known for her razor-sharp wit, and her take on all things pop culture, race, media, and technology.More about this episode: majomolfino.com/blog/2018/5/31/speak-up-with-luvvie-ajayiHer debut book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual was a New York Times Bestseller and is a series of humorous essays that dissects our cultural obsessions and calls out bad behavior in our increasingly digital, connected lives. It passes on lessons and side-eyes on life, social media, culture and fame, addressing those terrible friends we all have to serious discussions of race and media representation to what to do about your fool cousin sharing casket pictures from Grandma’s wake on Facebook.Show Notes:-On Luvvie’s childhood in Nigeria, their move to the U.S. when she was nine years old, and how she adjusted to American culture. Her name was different; her accent was different. [2:55]-Her choice of psychology as a major in college, why she dropped her lifelong dream of becoming a doctor, but why she also didn’t think she would make a good therapist. [7:29]-On her experience after college, going into marketing internships while figuring out what she really wanted to do, including starting her now-famous blog back in college. [8:36]-Luvvie’s journey in becoming the marketing coordinator of a non-profit while developing her blog as a hobby; winning an award for “Best Humor Blog” in 2009. [13:20]-On writing recaps for the show, Scandal, by Shonda Rhimes which eventually garnered her attention online and grew her fanbase. [15:49]-How she came up with the idea for her New York Times Bestseller “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual.” [19:48]-On feminism: why a lot of people – especially women of color – have a hard time calling themselves feminists. [25:58]-Reclaiming what it looks like to be a creative: writing, speaking, running a business, and hosting the Rants and Randomness podcast, and why you should let your work evolve with you. [41:45]References:- Majo's website: majomolfino.com- Learn more about I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual – luvvie.org/im-judging-you-book/Music by Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs – carolynpennypackerriggs.comWant to support women's voices? Go to patreon.com/heroinefm & become a bigger part of the Heroine community. Check out our rewards for supporters.Don't forget to follow Majo on Instagram for book giveaways – instagram.com/majo.heroine/

Luvvie is an award-winning writer and 15-year blogging veteran known for her razor-sharp wit, and her take on all things pop culture, race, media, and technology.More about this episode: majomolfino.com/blog/2018/5/31/speak-up-with-luvvie-ajayiHer debut book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual was a New York Times Bestseller and is a series of humorous essays that dissects our cultural obsessions and calls out bad behavior in our increasingly digital, connected lives. It passes on lessons and side-eyes on life, social media, culture and fame, addressing those terrible friends we all have to serious discussions of race and media representation to what to do about your fool cousin sharing casket pictures from Grandma’s wake on Facebook.Show Notes:-On Luvvie’s childhood in Nigeria, their move to the U.S. when she was nine years old, and how she adjusted to American culture. Her name was different; her accent was different. [2:55]-Her choice of psychology as a major in college, why she dropped her lifelong dream of becoming a doctor, but why she also didn’t think she would make a good therapist. [7:29]-On her experience after college, going into marketing internships while figuring out what she really wanted to do, including starting her now-famous blog back in college. [8:36]-Luvvie’s journey in becoming the marketing coordinator of a non-profit while developing her blog as a hobby; winning an award for “Best Humor Blog” in 2009. [13:20]-On writing recaps for the show, Scandal, by Shonda Rhimes which eventually garnered her attention online and grew her fanbase. [15:49]-How she came up with the idea for her New York Times Bestseller “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual.” [19:48]-On feminism: why a lot of people – especially women of color – have a hard time calling themselves feminists. [25:58]-Reclaiming what it looks like to be a creative: writing, speaking, running a business, and hosting the Rants and Randomness podcast, and why you should let your work evolve with you. [41:45]References:- Majo's website: majomolfino.com- Learn more about I'm Judging You: The Do-Better Manual – luvvie.org/im-judging-you-book/Music by Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs – carolynpennypackerriggs.comWant to support women's voices? Go to patreon.com/heroinefm & become a bigger part of the Heroine community. Check out our rewards for supporters.Don't forget to follow Majo on Instagram for book giveaways – instagram.com/majo.heroine/

Luvvie Ajayi dished on meeting Oprah, moving to the US from Nigeria, and raising awareness of HIV/AIDS among women in our inaugural episode! The comic phenom and award winning author's first book I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual became an instant New York Times best seller! Also in this episode, we debuted our very first installment of “What’s on the Front Table” with Lissa Muscatine, former speech writer for Hillary Clinton and owner of the Politics and Prose bookstore in Washington, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part two live from the Power Rising Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, Michele and Daniella speak with fashion editor, social influencer, and president of The Tai Life, Tai Beauchamp, and Kristi Henderson, founder of Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network, about what it really looks like for black women to support each other well and why the extra baggage they carry in their personal lives often makes succeeding in a professional environment that much more difficult. Luvvie Ajayi, New York Times bestselling author of "I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual" joins to discuss why the dumpster fire political scene of 2017 was a good thing for black women and why they cannot lose this moment. Then, Vanessa K. De Luca, editor-in-chief of Essence Magazine, discusses the ways that culture has helped black women be more of their authentic selves in the past few years.

My people!!! My name is Luvvie Ajayi and I’m a writer, speaker and professional troublemaker! My side-eye is my superpower, and my love language is shoes. I’ve been blogging for a while, and AwesomelyLuvvie.com is where I go to talk about everything pop culture, from tv and movies, to travel, to social media and tech, to race and politics. I also cover shenanigans. I wrote my first book, called ***I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual***, in 2016. Because I’m the judgey angel sitting on your shoulder telling you to get it together. I'm excited to be launching my podcast “Rants and Randomness” after all this time. I’ll be bringing you episodes about books and shows I’m loving, things I side-eye and chatting with people I find interesting. A lot of those people will be my friends, who happen to do dope things. Why? Because I’m a fan of nepotism. In this topsy turvy world we live in, where Cheetos run the place and our smart homes might be trying to kill us in our sleep, there is a lot to rant about. I’ll be sharing my most pressing rants, raves, faves, and fails from this crazy thing called life. So join me here, and follow me on social media at @Luvvie everywhere. Oh and subscribe to Rants and Randomness on Apple Podcasts!

Join us as we talk to Luvvie Ajayi, author of The New York Times best selling book, I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual. How did Luvvie adjust to the transition of moving from Nigeria to the U.S.? How did she acquire her comedic super powers? How does it feel to have Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers adapt her book as a comedy series? Tune in and find out. Show Notes: https://whitneyjohnson.com/luvvie-ajayi/

Meredith, Susan, and Tara discuss book banning along with some of their favorite banned books. Do you think books should ever be banned? Then they take a deep dive into the novel Dark Matter and leave with headaches after talking about the multiverse...though, there’s probably other versions of the co-hosts out there that have a total grasp on this science…is your head spinning yet? Dark Matter on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27833670-dark-matter?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Matter-Novel-Blake-Crouch/dp/1101904240/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909184&sr=1-1&keywords=dark+matter) Banned Books Week (http://www.bannedbooksweek.org) Banned Book Info (https://www.ila.org/content/documents/2016banned.pdf) My Lady Jane on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22840421-my-lady-jane?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/My-Lady-Jane-Cynthia-Hand/dp/0062391763/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909242&sr=1-1&keywords=my+lady+jane+by+cynthia+hand) Fahrenheit 451 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4381.Fahrenheit_451?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Fahrenheit-451-Ray-Bradbury/dp/1451673310/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909317&sr=1-1&keywords=fahrenheit+451+ray+bradbury) Truly Madly Guilty on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26247008-truly-madly-guilty?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Truly-Madly-Guilty-Liane-Moriarty/dp/1250069807/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909373&sr=1-1&keywords=truly+madly+guilty+by+liane+moriarty) Princeless Vol 1 on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14623529-princeless-vol-1?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Princeless-Save-Yourself-Jeremy-Whitley/dp/1939352541/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909446&sr=1-1&keywords=princeless+vol+1) The Handmaid’s Tale on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38447.The_Handmaid_s_Tale?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Handmaids-Tale-Margaret-Atwood/dp/038549081X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909501&sr=1-1&keywords=the+handmaid%27s+tale+by+margaret+atwood) Clockwork Princess on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18335634-clockwork-princess?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Clockwork-Princess-Infernal-Devices-Cassandra/dp/1481456032/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909580&sr=1-1&keywords=clockwork+princess) A Study in Scarlet on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/102868.A_Study_in_Scarlet?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Study-Scarlet-Arthur-Conan-Doyle/dp/1514698854/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909670&sr=1-2&keywords=a+study+in+scarlet) I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28696602-i-m-judging-you?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Im-Judging-You-Do-Better-Manual/dp/1627796061/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909758&sr=1-1&keywords=i%27m+judging+you+luvvie+ajayi) Eleanor & Park on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15745753-eleanor-park?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Eleanor-Park-Rainbow-Rowell/dp/1250012570/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909845&sr=1-1&keywords=eleanor+and+park) Drama on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13436373-drama?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Drama-Raina-Telgemeier/dp/0545326990/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909906&sr=1-1&keywords=drama+raina+telgemeier) Winnie the Pooh on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/99107.Winnie_the_Pooh?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Winnie-Pooh-Milne/dp/0525444432/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909955&sr=1-1&keywords=winnie+the+pooh) To Kill a Mockingbird on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2657.To_Kill_a_Mockingbird?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Kill-Mockingbird-Harper-Lee/dp/0060935464/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507909999&sr=1-1&keywords=to+kill+a+mockingbird+by+harper+lee) The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2956.The_Adventures_of_Huckleberry_Finn?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Huckleberry-Finn-Mark-Twain/dp/0486280616/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910068&sr=1-1&keywords=the+adventures+of+huckleberry+finn) The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/693208.The_Absolutely_True_Diary_of_a_Part_Time_Indian?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Absolutely-True-Diary-Part-Time-Indian/dp/0316013692/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910201&sr=1-1&keywords=the+absolute+true+diary+of+a+part-time+indian) Animal Farm on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7613.Animal_Farm?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Animal-farm-Fairy-George-Orwell/dp/0451526341/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910250&sr=1-1&keywords=animal+farm+by+george+orwell) Matilda on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39988.Matilda?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Matilda-Roald-Dahl/dp/0142410373/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910294&sr=1-1&keywords=matilda+roald+dahl) Harriet the Spy on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/232576.Harriet_the_Spy?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Harriet-Spy-Louise-Fitzhugh/dp/0440416795/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910367&sr=1-1&keywords=harriet+the+spy) And Tango Makes Three on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/117997.And_Tango_Makes_Three?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Tango-Makes-Three-Classic-Board/dp/1481446959/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910421&sr=1-1&keywords=and+tango+makes+three) Gone With the Wind on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18405.Gone_with_the_Wind?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Gone-Wind-Margaret-Mitchell/dp/1451635621/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910471&sr=1-1&keywords=gone+with+the+wind) The Picture of Dorian Gray on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5297.The_Picture_of_Dorian_Gray?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Picture-Dorian-Dover-Thrift-Editions/dp/0486278077/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910526&sr=1-1&keywords=the+picture+of+dorian+gray) Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28190157-alice-s-adventures-in-wonderland?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Alices-Adventures-Wonderland-AmazonClassics-Carroll/dp/1542047412/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1507910593&sr=1-1&keywords=alice%27s+adventures+in+wonderland+lewis+carroll) Next Episode’s Book: Pachinko by Min Jin Lee on Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29983711-pachinko?ac=1&from_search=true) and Amazon 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Kicking off the new “For the Love of Moxie” series is Luvvie Anjayi, a hilarious writer and blogger who epitomizes what “moxie” is all about. Fierce and funny, Luvvie’s blog, awesomelyluvvie.com, has a massive following, and her new book I’m Judging You: The Do Better Manual, is a New York Times bestseller and has been picked up by producer extraordinaire Shonda Rhimes (Grey's Anatomy, Scandal). for the creation of a new TV show. In the book, she covers a host of topics, serious and funny, including our “bad behavior” on social media (we discuss that you can still “poke” people on Facebook. Why?) and a host of other things going on in pop culture, TV, movies, activism and life. Luvvie shares how she was the world’s longest overnight success, and that building a brand doesn’t mean having to lose yourself.  

Luvvie Ajayi is not only one of ESSENCE’s 100 Woke Women and featured on the May 2017 cover, she’s a New York Times bestselling author (I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual) and she’s developing a show with Shonda Rhimes. Her life right now: WINNING. Luuvie chats with Yolanda and Cori about her blogger beginnings, hooking up with Hollywood go-getters and why even when she’s judged, she’s gracious. Plus, ESSENCE's resident intimacy expert, Abiola Abrams, is in the house to answer reader's sex questions and offer advice for some of those "sticky" situations that occur between lovers. She's keeping it all the way real!

Meet Kovie, culture & identities writer and Deputy Entertainment Editor at @buzzfeednews. Kovie and I luv author Luvvie Ajayi ( AKA @AwesomelyLuvvie) for being lowkey judgemental (for all the right reasons). On today's epi, we share our fave takeaways from Luvvie’s NYT Bestseller (!!!) “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual.” Kovie wrote about Queen Sugar. Then, Ava DuVernay wrote a thank you Kovie. She totally buried that lede.   SHOW NOTES Luvvie on Side Hustle Pro Podcast (which BANGS) #BriBooks OPP’s (Other People’s Podcasts) This Week From Brionna: Tea with Queen and J. From Kovie: Minorities in Publishing podcast (hi Jenn Baker!), Another Round, The Friend Zone   1:15- How Kovie and I found Luvvie via #TGIT Scandal Twitter 3:30 - Luvvie’s consistency, and taking 10 years to become an “overnight success.” 4:45 - Kovie on judgement 7:10 - #RelationshipGoals Goals: Are you on the same team? 9:45 - Doing the branding v. doing the WORK! 11:00 - Being a black woman, using humor and being taken “seriously” as a critic 12:15 - Luvvie is an active LISTENER and authentic RESPONDER. 12:40 - Kovie on why we are children no longer, how 2016 prepared her for 2017, and why the darkness was never a stranger to us. 16:07 -  “Africa is a continent and people have to respect that.” 18:45 -  “Do Better Manual” for 2017 - Get disciplined! 24:35 - Tired? Get up off your ass, say a prayer, and go to work! 25:00 - OOP’s: Minorities in Publishing, Another Round, The Friend Zone, Tea with Queen and J. 26: 41 - The ULTIMATE lede burial - Kovie wrote on Queen Sugar. Ava wrote Kovie. Epic.

Luvvie Ajayi Website: luvvie.org/ Email: Luvvie@aweluv.com Luvvie Ajayi is a New York Times best-selling author (“I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual”), sought-after speaker; digital strategist and trainer who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology, and activism. She leverages her background in marketing, communications and new media to present on topics related to blogging, branding, social media, nonprofits, digital marketing and online advocacy/activism, entrepreneurship. She is also the creator of The Red Pump Project which is a nonprofit that raises awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls.

Luvvie Ajayi is an award-winning writer, digital strategist and speaker who thrives at the intersection of comedy, technology and activism. A 13-year blogging veteran, she covers all things pop culture on her blog AwesomelyLuvvie.com. Her first book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do Better Manual will be released in September 2016, and is now available for pre-order. Luvvie is also the Executive Director of The Red Pump Project, a national nonprofit that raises awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls, using red shoes as a symbol of empowerment. She’s also an avid traveler and her love language is shoes. TWEET: Ep. 58: Luvvie Ajayi - Putting in the Work Leads to Living Her #Dreams Everyone should have boundaries. As Luvvie Ajayi has experienced more and more success she’s found more and more opportunities. It can be difficult to know what to say “no” to and what is OK to take on. On this episode, Luvvie tells how she keeps the boundaries that she’s set for herself and why she believes it is vital for everyone to set boundaries. This is wonderful advice from a woman who’s living it right now, so be sure you take the time to listen to what she’s got to say. I’m judging you: the do better manual. One of the reasons Luvvie Ajayi decided to write her book, “I’m Judging You: The Do Better Manual” is because she continued to see and experience things that were simply wrong but nobody was willing to talk about them. In class Luvvie style, she’s talking about them. In the book, you’ll hear her classic wit and penetrating insights addressing issues like splitting the check at dinner and much more. You’ll love hearing how Luvvie describes the process of writing the book and getting it into audio format, and the impact she hopes the book will have. It’s all on this episode of Chasing Dreams. TWEET: Luvvie Ajayi, author of “I’m #Judging You: The Do Better Manual” on this episode How does Luvvie Ajayi adjust to the fame she’s experiencing? The success that Luvvie Ajayi has experienced is nothing short of amazing. She’s been a guest at the White House, on the Oprah Winfrey show, and many others. Her newfound fame is something that could throw many people off their game but Luvvie has appeared to stay very balanced and down to earth in spite of it. On this episode, Aimee asks about the fame and how she’s handled it and Luvvie very honestly shares both the difficulty and the challenge of keeping herself grounded. You will learn a lot from her response so be sure you listen. Luvvie Ajayi’s advice to those who are chasing their dreams. Everyone who is pursuing their dreams will feel the resistance that comes from going after something challenging. They may even feel or hear opposition from people around them - even people they thought were their biggest fans. On this episode, Luvvie Ajayi shares what it’s like to go for your dreams in the midst of criticism and resistance and has advice for those who are trying to make their dreams come to life. It’s common sense advice that will help you move forward when everything seems to be against you. TWEET: Luvvie Ajayi’s advice to those who are chasing their #dreams, on this episode OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [0:47] Aimee’s introduction of Luvvie Ajayi. [2:00] What Luvvie pictured herself doing when she was younger and how she moved in the direction she has. [3:14] How Luvvie built the social media following she has (it was a long journey). [6:44] What is the Red Pump Project and how did it come about? [11:01] How Luvvie started her posts about “Scandal” and “Game of Thrones.” [14:39] How Luvvie decides the direction she wants to go. [17:29] The things Luvvie holds back on… keeping a sacred space for herself. [19:01] How Luvvie’s book came about. [23:26] The kind of things Luvvie shares in her book. [26:00] Accolades Luvvie has been given and how it impacts her. [33:59] People Luvvie recommends we watch as they rise. [35:44] Luvvie’s recommendation to anyone chasing their dreams. GUEST RECOMMENDATION: You have to push back when you face opposition or resistance. And don’t think that a 9 to 5 job is a failure. It’s not a failure, you’re planning. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Luvvie: On Facebook On Twitter On Instagram On her website: http://awesomelyluvvie.com Her book: http://ImJudgingYouBook.com The Red Pump Project Article on Imposter Syndrome Shoot Your Shot Tweet mentioned Podcast with Scott Hanselman - Ratchet and the Geek Luvvie Ajayi is Only Judging You Because She Wants You To Do Better - by Hope Wabuke Supersoul 100 - Creatives People to keep an eye on: Franchesca Ramsey Issa Rae Yvonne Orji Myleik Teele’s Podcast episode with Luvvie

Luvvie Ajayi has spent years cultivating “Awesomely Luvvie,” a go-to humor blog for the latest in pop culture. In her authentic voice of snark, humor, brilliance, and activism all rolled into one, Luvvie covers all grounds from celebrity news to tech and social justice. In this episode, Jess and Luvvie explore how she has developed her savvy in the digital and tech spaces, built an insatiable audience, the importance of Black voices and representation in media, and how you can become an ally in speaking up against everyday racism. Luvvie also tells Jess just how she manages to judge us all and share her honest advice in the upcoming debut of her book: “I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual.” 

You've howled at her blogs, cackled at her tweets, and now you'll hear her on our podcast. In this episode, we invite Luvvie Ajayi on to discuss her upcoming book "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual", her ascension from humble MySpace beginnings to Internet dominance, and answers the question we've all be dying to know: Just what the hell does Oprah smells like? Also, Alex isn't feeling Hispanics who ignore their Black ass heritages, Jay offers to roll Malia Obama a blunt, and fan favorite Nick had cab fare so we brought him along for the ride. Buy Luvvie's book, "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual": http://amzn.to/2bItNeQ

Luvvie Ajayi makes her first appearance on the show to remind us how important it is to get out of our comfort zones, speak the hard truths, and do the difficult things we may not always want to do. For more from Luvvie, visit luvvie.org. Her book, I’m Judging You: The Do-Better Manual, is available on Amazon. Download Sean's new book, The Money Mind Reset, FREE at www.moneymindreset.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/donations