Podcasts about LaToya

In this episode of #29DaysOfMagic, we have LaToya Christian, an award winning marketing executive and respected industry thought leader. Most Black women shine brightest when they slow down. LaToya Christian breaks down how embracing stillness, agility, and intentionality transformed her career. From her first corporate gig at Time Inc. to advising global brands on navigating change amidst chaos.In this powerful episode, LaToya shares her journey from a community driven start in corporate America to leading strategic transformation for top tier brands. You'll discover practical insights on building resilience in uncertain times, mastering foresight in a shifting marketplace, and the importance of slowing down to elevate your impact. She reveals why playing it safe often keeps you stuck and how embracing ambiguity and risk can unlock opportunities others won't see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you finally stop asking permission to be yourself? If you’ve been wondering how to stop people-pleasing as a homeschool mom, this conversation will show you it’s possible. Homeschool mom and creative entrepreneur Latoya shares her journey from living for everyone else to discovering what she actually wants—and why that shift changed everything in her homeschool life. This month’s focus: Nurturing the Nurturer — because you can’t give what you don’t have, and your kids don’t need your perfection. They need your presence. Latoya hit 40 and realized she’d spent decades doing what everyone expected—but had never asked herself what SHE actually wanted. As a homeschool mom, restaurant management graduate, and someone who always made sure everyone else was okay, the idea of prioritizing herself felt selfish. Scary. Wrong. But when she finally gave herself permission to explore her creativity, build her crochet business, and trust her own voice? That was when things began to shift. Her homeschool days became more peaceful. Her kids became more autonomous. And she discovered that choosing herself wasn’t selfish—it was the best thing she could do for her family. How to Stop People-Pleasing as a Homeschool Mom: Latoya’s Journey from Self-Sacrifice to Self-Trust What You’ll Discover in This Episode The Permission You’ve Been Waiting For: Why serving yourself actually serves your family better How to distinguish between what you want and what others expect of you The power of silence and solitude in discovering your authentic voice Why “waiting for the answer” is part of the process From Rigid to Present: Redefining Homeschool Success What a “good day” used to look like (spoiler: checking all the boxes) vs. what it looks like now How to choose peace over productivity for a more meaningful family life Why your kids’ autonomy grows when you honour your own The truth about gaps, “behind,” and what kids actually need to thrive Caribbean Flow vs. Hustle Culture: The cultural pressure to always be “doing something” Why presence matters more than productivity How to give yourself permission to just BE with your people What happens when you stop measuring success externally Creative Work as Life Force (Not Luxury): Why Latoya’s crochet business isn’t “extra”—it’s essential How creative pursuits actually fuel better mothering Choosing fulfillment over financial gain (and being okay with that) Teaching your kids to honour their interests by modeling it yourself The Inner Work Nobody Talks About: Why inner work is gritty, messy, and nothing like social media portrays How to extend to yourself the same compassion you give others The first small decision where you stop explaining and start trusting yourself Why disappointing others is sometimes the most aligned choice “What is best for you, for me is what’s best for them because it trickles into everything else. So the happier I become, the more comfortable I become with myself, the better everything around me gets.”  — Latoya Why This Conversation Matters This isn’t just another interview about homeschooling. It’s about what happens when you finally permit yourself to ask: Who am I beyond the roles I play? If you’re struggling with how to stop people-pleasing as a homeschool mom, Latoya’s story is for you. She’s every mom who’s ever wondered if wanting something for herself makes her selfish. But here’s what Latoya discovered (and what you will too): When you choose yourself, your kids don’t suffer. They thrive. Because they get to see what it looks like to honor your own voice, trust your own knowing, and live from alignment instead of obligation. Your homeschool doesn’t need more curriculum. It needs more of YOU—the real you, the aligned you, the unapologetic you. Connect with Latoya YouTube: Toya in Stitches Instagram: @toya.in.stitches Latoya creates DIY crochet tutorials that go beyond simple instructions—she teaches you to understand your body, measurements, and personal style so you can create garments that actually fit YOU. Coming This Week on the Confident Homeschool Life YouTube Channel: “The Inner Critic Pattern So Many Homeschool Moms Don’t Realize They’re In” How you talk to yourself REALLY matters. So you’ll definitely want to catch those on YouTube. Join the Calm the Inner Critic Workshop Ready to go deeper and learn how to stop the inner critic as a homeschool mom?This month, I’m hosting a workshop to help you see what’s been driving you—and choose something different. Not to fix yourself. But to untangle the overwhelm and stop reacting from inherited survival mode. So you can lead your homeschool life from a place that actually feels like you—with presence, calm, and clarity. YES, I NEED THIS Want more support? Join the Confident Homeschool Mom community Read: Homeschool Mama Self-Care: Nurturing the Nurturer Listen: Previous episodes on setting boundaries Episodes You’ll Also Love: Unlearning People-Pleasing as a Homeschool Mom How to Stop the Inner Critic as a Homeschool Mom: The Charmed Life I Was Chasing (& the Pattern I Didn't Know I Was Living) Homeschool with Purpose: Honouring our Values & Priorities Stop Asking These 6 Homeschool Questions (That Sabotage Your Life) Finding Healing & Purpose When Life is Life-ing How to Stop Being a Hostage to Homeschool Pressure (& What to Do Instead) Deschooling and Life Purpose: Is there a connection? The Real Reason You’re Overwhelmed (It’s Not the Curriculum) How to Make Confident Homeschool Decisions (Without Seeking Permission) Awakened Homeschool Family: Living with Purpose, Learning from Heart Self-Compassion for Homeschool Mamas Course to Nurture You Share This Episode Know a homeschool mom who’s been living for everyone else and wondering when it’s her turn? Send her this episode. It might be exactly the permission she needs to finally ask herself: What do I actually want? Remember: Your kids don’t need your perfection. They need your presence. They need to see what it looks like when you honor yourself, trust yourself, and choose alignment over obligation. Because when you give yourself permission to stop people-pleasing? That’s when everything shifts. Press play and discover how to stop people-pleasing as a homeschool mom—and start leading from the inside out. Latest episodes you might also enjoy: How to Stop People-Pleasing as a Homeschool Mom (One Mom’s Story) February 17, 2026 How to Stop the Inner Critic as a Homeschool Mom: The Charmed Life I Was Chasing (& the Pattern I Didn’t Know I Was Living) February 10, 2026 The Most Important Way to Take Care of Yourself as an Overwhelmed Homeschool Mom February 2, 2026 How to Do Kindergarten in Your Homeschool: A Fun & Effective Guide January 29, 2026 The Real Reason You’re Overwhelmed (It’s Not the Curriculum) January 26, 2026 Unexpected Feelings When Your Homeschooler Gets Accepted to University January 22, 2026 How to Stop Being a Hostage to Homeschool Pressure (& What to Do Instead) January 19, 2026 The Truth About Finding Your Homeschool Rhythm January 13, 2026 The Confident Homeschool Mom Podcast: Introducing the 1% Pivot January 6, 2026 Purpose-Driven Homeschool Planning for 2026: How to Recalibrate the Year with Clarity December 23, 2025 1% Shift to a Calm Homeschool Life December 23, 2025 12 Things I've Learned About Homeschool Moms: Self-Care Tips for Overwhelmed Homeschool Moms December 10, 2025 12-Day Homeschool Mom Self-Care Challenge to Come Back to Yourself December 2, 2025 What is the Reimagine Your Homeschool Group Coaching? November 18, 2025 Not Just a Homeschool Mom — Why You’re Disappearing (And How to Come Back) November 11, 2025 Teaching World War to a Homeschooled Eight Year Old November 10, 2025 Reimagine Your Homeschool: Feel Free, Inspire Curiosity and Do What Works November 5, 2025 the role of imagination in a home education November 4, 2025 Helping Our Kids Live Their Lives on Purpose: A Practical Guide for Homeschool Moms October 28, 2025 How to Set Realistic High School Expectations? Learn Human Development October 20, 2025 How to Build Homeschool Routines that Support YOU October 14, 2025 Why Deschooling? To Feel Confident, Certain & Good Enough October 7, 2025 The Ultimate Guide to Building Boundaries and Healthy Relationships for Homeschool Moms September 23, 2025 Ultimate Homeschool Overwhelm Quiz That Reveals Your Hidden Stress Triggers in 5 Minutes September 15, 2025 Start Homeschooling in British Columbia: How to Decide September 9, 2025 How to Create an Effective Homeschool Routine that Works for You September 2, 2025 Interest-Led Homeschool for Confident Moms: An Enneagram 8 Mom's Story of Growth August 28, 2025 How Do I Unschool My Child? 5 Simple Steps to Spark Natural Learning August 19, 2025 9 Mistakes That Make Your 1st Homeschool Year Stressful (& How to Avoid Them) August 13, 2025 Top Tips for New Homeschool Moms in Season 3 August 11, 2025 5 Challenges Working Homeschool Moms Face—And How to Overcome Them August 5, 2025 How to Manage Overstimulation as a Homeschool Mom July 30, 2025 Reclaim You: Rediscover Life Beyond the Homeschool Mom Role July 22, 2025 A Summer Reset for Homeschool Moms: The Secret to a More Peaceful Year Ahead July 15, 2025 How to Help Reluctant Writers: Julie Bogart on Homeschool Writing July 7, 2025 7 Ways Brené Rescued Me from One of those Homeschool Days June 30, 2025 Morning Affirmations for Homeschool Mama: A Simple Practice for You to Parent with Intention June 24, 2025 5 Overlooked Mistakes That Are Stressing You Out as a Homeschool Mom (& How to Fix Them) June 18, 2025 The Soul School Way: Books as Mirrors, Windows, and Voices for Homeschool Families June 3, 2025 Sibling Bickering in Homeschool Families: What's Normal & How to Handle It May 27, 2025 Homeschool Mom Boundaries: 6 Truths That Will Set You Free May 20, 2025 How the Mother Wound Affects Homeschool Moms—and How to Break Free May 12, 2025 Homeschool Mom Boundary Issues? You’re Not Doing This… May 6, 2025 How to Deschool as a Homeschool Mom and Rediscover Your Identity April 30, 2025 How my story of deschooling brought more freedom & purpose April 22, 2025 How to Know if Deschooling is Right for You: 7 Signs you Need to Deschool April 13, 2025 Why Do You Want to Deschool? Understanding Why it Matters April 11, 2025 Is My Homeschooler Behind? The Truth About Learning at Their Own Pace April 1, 2025 A Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Purposeful Living March 25, 2025 10 Simple Steps to the Homeschool Life (& Live it on Purpose) March 17, 2025 Subscribe to the Homeschool Mama Self-Care podcast YouTube Apple Audible Spotify

Welcome to season 6 of the Runner's Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest's favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Latoya Shauntay Snell (@iamlshauntay) about the state of running: from furthering the running culture to advocating for inclusion (especially in women's sports) to giving us all permission to say “no.” This all-encompassing conversation is love letter to the storytelling behind our running memories.Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rFFzFTaKkY0Until next time, don't forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.About Stephanie Diaz:Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner's Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is to believe in your possibility as a human through movement. Her favorite running distance is the half marathon (13.1 miles/21 kilometers).https://instagram.com/thecookierunner/https://thecookierunner.netAbout Latoya Shauntay Snell:Latoya Shauntay Snell is a multisport endurance athlete, powerlifter, writer, and speaker, best known as the founder of Running Fat Chef®, a platform centered on inclusive storytelling in fitness, food, and movement. With over 300 races completed—including 30+ marathons and ultramarathons—she competes across running, powerlifting, cycling, and hybrid events while advocating for access, representation, and body autonomy in sport. Latoya has been featured in national outlets including The New York Times, Good Morning America, and WebMD, and regularly collaborates with major brands, race organizations, and wellness companies. Her work bridges performance, education, and lived experience, particularly for athletes navigating disability, chronic illness, and systemic bias in health and fitness spaces.https://www.iamlshauntay.comhttps://www.runningfatchef.comhttps://instagram.com/iamlshauntay

Hi, Christiaan here, host of Out to Lunch Acadiana. Everyone’s got a story. It’s why I got into journalism. People are just interesting. But having a story doesn’t mean you’re any good at telling it. That part takes skill. And a lot of discipline — Even if you’re using a large language model to help. Everyone needs an editor. It’s our motto at The Current. And it’s generally true in the world of business. Having someone to bounce ideas off of is vital for a composition of any size. Writing a book, however, takes a special kind of dedication. You might need something more supportive than an editor. How about a coach? LaToya Guillory is the founder of The Intentional Author and the creator of the Acadiana Black Author Expo. LaToya grew up in an Air Force family, bounced around the country, and eventually landed in Lafayette to attend UL, where she earned a degree in Child and Family Studies. She went on to get a master’s in Human Service Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family, and spent more than twenty years as a social worker. Along the way, LaToya has always been “the helper”: starting a kids’ club in her apartment complex, babysitting for children with Down syndrome, leading worship bands, guiding couples. On track to become a licensed counselor, she hit a major detour when her graduate program lost its accreditation, forcing a rethink at the exact moment she was also raising a young son. As The Intentional Author, LaToya now coaches writers through self-publishing — from the “I’ve got an idea” phase all the way to publication. She offers group masterclasses, year-long coaching plans, and one-on-one support, and she’s published several books of her own on purpose, marriage and faith. LaToya also saw a gap in Lafayette’s literary scene and launched the Acadiana Black Author Expo in 2023 to give local Black writers a place to be seen. A cancer diagnosis is a scary and all-too-common story. And it helps a lot to have someone to walk you through one of life’s most difficult chapters. Phyllis Weaver is the Executive Director of Miles Perret Cancer Services. Phyllis grew up in north Louisiana and moved to Lafayette for college. She thought she might be a teacher or an artist, but what really stuck was her love of community work. She joined the Lafayette YMCA as an assistant program director while she was still in school, and stayed there for fourteen years — eventually becoming Senior Program Director. After that, she led LA Soar, a nonprofit focused on youth, before joining Miles Perret Cancer Services as an event coordinator in 2024.In 2025, she stepped into the role of Executive Director. Miles Perret is a cancer resource center serving ten parishes across Acadiana. They provide everything from care kits and wigs to transportation help, school supplies for kids, counseling groups, fitness and nutrition classes, art therapy, and more — all free to clients. On the fundraising side, the organization is probably best known for big events like the Camellia Crossing “gleaux” run and Games of Acadiana. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Tsunami Sushi in downtown Lafayette.You can find photos from this show by Alisha Zachery Lazard at itsacadiana.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaToya and Barry caught up on various personal updates, including LaToya's recent purchase of new AirPods 3 and Barry's relationship status with Eris, who is now Facebook official. They discussed the new Take That documentary series, their shared interest in Arsenal football, and the challenges of following the team due to U.S. broadcasting restrictions. LaToya shared her excitement about upcoming cruises, including a family cruise in February and three other cruises planned throughout the year. They also discussed their financial situations, with LaToya acknowledging her ongoing debt challenges and Barry mentioning his bankruptcy. The conversation concluded with LaToya requesting that Barry avoid discussing the library with her, as it's triggering.

Tonight the crew discuss the case of Latoya Ammons, a mother whose children and home were allegedly plagued by demons in their Indiana home. When her children showed signs of possession, the clergy, police, medical authorities and child services became involved, with many of them coming to the conclusion that the children suffered abuse and religious indoctrination. However, there were other credible witnesses who believed in the claims of Latoya and her children.So was there abuse going on in the home, or were the possessions real? Welcome to episode 168 of "What In The...? Podcast!"

Super late, but hey...we're here. Chan's co-hosting contract is about to be revoked!

Shame has a quiet way of shaping how we see ourselves—and how we show up in our relationships. In this powerful conversation, Kim sits down with Latoya Mathew to explore how unresolved shame can distort identity, fuel self-punishment, and quietly sabotage connection with our adult children. Together, they unpack how healing begins, why presence matters more than perfection, and what it looks like to step into freedom, grace, and renewed hope. If you've ever felt stuck in regret, resentment, or self-judgment, this episode will gently invite you toward a new way forward.Where you can contact Latoya and get her 5 Keys to Overcoming Shame:  https://www.latoyamathews.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelatoyamathewsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelatoyamathews/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelatoyamathewsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelatoyamathewsGrab Your Free Course and Motivational Book: The Parent's Repair Kit and How to Use the L.O.V.E. M.E.N.D.S. Framework https://www.midlifediscoveries.com/LOVE Visit the website at: https://www.midlifediscoveries.com/

 Many noted her striking resemblance to her older sister La Toya Jackson, with comments like, "She looks like her sister LaToya," and "LaToya done got Janet's phone. Fans expressed admiration for the Jackson family as well, with comments like, "All I know is Mrs. Katherine Jackson should get a special award for birthing such a beautiful and impactful family," and "Sister love! The three sisters starred alongside their brothers on "The Jacksons," the groundbreaking variety show that aired on CBS from 1976 to 1977, notable for being the first American variety program featuring an entirely Black cast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

LaToya shared her positive experience on a recent Western Caribbean cruise with Princess Cruises, highlighting the itinerary and food quality, and expressed interest in future cruises. She further discussed her trip to Trinidad, including the purchase of a special wedding band and managing internet connectivity during the cruise. Barry discussed looking forward to the great beyond as he plans to retire at age 62. Both hosts concluded by sharing their music-listening habits and streaming-service preferences, along with discussions of Arsenal FC's performance and LaToya's goal-planning for 2026.

Guys, LaToya is just complaining about her job this week.

In the medical world miscarriages are called spontaneous abortions, and in this community we have to learn how to extend grace to individuals who electively terminate their pregnancies no matter their choice. Join us this month as we explore abortion stories and how healing, grief, and shame can keep all of us bound. When today's guest became pregnant with her daughter she sobbed to a friend "how was she going to take care of one when she had given up another" Latoya Mathews shares her abortion story, how post-partum depression along with guilt and shame of her abortion came alive after having her daughter, and how she has turned her pain into power by helping other post-abortive women eliminate shame, guilt, and regret of their abortions. This episode is for you to listen to if you are ready to release the shame and stigma of having an abortion and want a community to help you. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Black Moms in Loss Online Weekly Grief Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter  

In this transformative episode, LaToya spills the tea on two recent personal conflicts that challenged her to pause, reflect, and transmute. With vulnerability and clarity, she shares how these moments became catalysts for growth, offering listeners a mirror for their own sacred reckonings.LaToya invites listeners to reframe conflict as a sacred initiation — a portal to deeper truth, healing, and liberation. Through poetic reflection, ancestral wisdom, and practical ritual, she explores how tension can become a teacher rather than a threat.Listeners will learn to recognize the spiritual anatomy of conflict, uncover the hidden messages within emotional friction, and embrace tools for navigating disagreement with compassion and clarity.

In this conversation, Laura welcomes Dr. La-Toya Gaines, Founder & CEO of Family Matters Counseling and Psychological Services, to explore what it truly means to practice whole self-care—beyond the trends, beyond the myths, and beyond the surface. La-Toya expands the definition of self-care beyond activities and indulgence to include rest, boundaries, community support, emotional tending, identity work, and the practices that allow us to be fully human. Additionally, Laura and La-Toya examine the deep connection between the Strong Black Woman archetype and self-neglect. They unpack how this trope shapes our labor, our silence, and our expectations of ourselves; and how whole self-care disrupts it. Together, they examine the emotional, psychological, physical, and communal layers of care that Black women need and deserve. For those who feel they've been neglecting themselves, La-Toya offers compassionate first steps to reconnect, rebuild, and recommit to their wellbeing. This heartfelt conversation offers both grounding insight and practical guidance for anyone ready to reconnect with themselves, disrupt harmful tropes, and reclaim self-care as a path to healing and liberation.   About Dr. La-Toya Dr. La-Toya S. Gaines is a licensed psychologist, speaker, and best-selling author dedicated to empowering Black women to prioritize their mental health and well-being. As the founder of Family Matters Counseling and Psychological Services, Inc., she offers therapy, intensives, and group programs designed to help Black women break free from the "Strong Black Woman" narrative. Dr. Gaines is a sought-after speaker, presenting at national conferences and corporate trainings on mental wellness, workplace mental health, and burnout prevention. She authored the Amazon best-selling "Nourishing the Strong Black Woman" Self-Care Journal and is working to expand its reach through licensing. Her work has been featured at the Strong Black Woman Redefined Conference, the Black Girls Picnic, and numerous other events. Passionate about transforming mental health spaces, Dr. Gaines equips individuals and organizations with the tools to foster emotional wellness, prevent burnout, and create sustainable self-care practices. Connect with Dr. La-Toya Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.latoyagainesspeaks/ LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-la-toya-s-gaines-psyd-5b72b02a7/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drgainesspeaks/ Website: https://fmcounselingmichigan.com/ Purchase her book   BWL Resources: Now enrolling for both the January 2026 sessions of the Early Career and Mid-Career programs.  Learn more at https://blackwomanleading.com/programs-overview/ Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube.  Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here Download the Black Woman Leading Career Journey Map - https://blackwomanleading.com/journey-map/   Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Follow BWL on LinkedIn Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading  Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights  Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay  

In this week's episode, I sit down with longtime Journeyer and two-time Journey to FI program member Latoya Rowe. Latoya shares how she pivoted into a higher-earning career, discovered financial independence during her grad-school commute, and rebuilt her financial foundation while juggling motherhood, debt, and major life changes. She opens up about the emotional and financial impact of selling her rental properties, how community reignited her belief that FI is possible, and why mindset became the key that unlocked her momentum. We also talk about the power of visualizing your ideal life, how Latoya is shifting into coaching while reducing stress in her clinical career, and what it really looks like to choose balance and flexibility on the FI journey. Her story is a beautiful reminder that progress isn't linear and that clarity, community, and courage can completely transform your financial path. In this episode, Latoya and I discuss: How she changed careers and discovered the FI movement Why she sold her real estate and how it freed her financially The mindset and community support that helped her regain focus How visualizing her future inspired her coaching career shift Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Join the Map Your Path to FI Course and Coaching Program,  here. Get your copy of Your Journey To Financial Freedom if you haven't already. Apply to Share Your Journeyer Story, here. Join the Journey to Launch Book Club to dive deeper into financial freedom with guided discussions and resources here! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

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Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Today's Autistic Moment recognizes November as Indigenous Heritage Month with LaToya Hinton. LaToya and Philip will talk about LaToya's journey of self-awareness through her multiple Neurodivergence and intersectional identities. LaToya will talk about the work she is doing on health equities panels with Umbrella ND to address the missing pieces in the discussion about health care or lack thereof for underrepresented communities.

LaToya and Barry discuss various personal and professional matters, including their recording schedule, sports interests, and technical issues. They share updates on their respective work commitments, including teaching schedules and educational standards, and discuss the impact of AI tools in their lives. The conversation covers personal challenges, including LaToya's family's experiences with Hurricane Melissa. They discuss their shared interests in reading and sports before concluding with topics such as upcoming events and traditions.

In this episode, Latoya discusses two key essentials for leaders: situational awareness and emotional intelligence. Both can be developed by practicing using the power of the pause! Press play to learn more!

LaToya has aged out.

This episode challenges us to shift our words, thoughts, and mindset. What if the things we've always believed were never true? LaToya shares how unlearning old habits and walking in faith instead of fear can bring real transformation. It's time to speak life, grow in grace, and let God renew your heart.

Ant is joined by Latoya to discuss the responsibilities of a doula

LaToya and Barry discuss their schedules and TV viewing habits, including various shows and actors they enjoy or have opinions about. They share personal updates about health issues, work challenges, and financial concerns, while also discussing music preferences and recent album releases. The conversation concludes with discussions about sports preferences.

In this episode of The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland Foundation Podcast, host Rachel Keener sits down with Aseanté Renee and LaToya Maria—the hosts of Unraveled Season 2—for a heartfelt and grounded conversation about mental health, self-love, and community.They reflect on how Unraveled has evolved, bringing deeper honesty, vulnerability, and integration of personal experience. Together, they explore self-love as an ongoing practice rooted in grace, consistency, and gentleness, and discuss how self-care, self-worth, and self-maintenance are deeply connected.The conversation offers practical ways to stay present—like checking in with yourself through micro-awareness and intentional pauses—and reframes the inner critic as a voice shaped by past protection rather than failure. Conflict, they note, can be a guide to understanding boundaries and capacity.Throughout it all, joy remains a central theme: not something fleeting, but a steady practice and a form of resistance. Aseanté and LaToya remind listeners that healing and joy both begin with showing up authentically for yourself and your community.Listen in for a conversation that celebrates growth, grace, and the daily work of self-love.More about Unraveled Season 2:Unraveled, presented by The Loveland Foundation, is an enlightening YouTube series that decodes the language of therapy—making it approachable and relevant for everyone.In Season 2, hosts Aseanté Renee and LaToya Maria explore how our sense of self-worth shapes the way we connect, love, and build relationships.Presented by The Loveland Foundation, Unraveled breaks down therapy terms and mental health concepts to make healing language both accessible and empowering.New episodes drop every Friday this October.–The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland Foundation podcast is an additional resource not only to the public but also to our therapy fund cohort members. The Loveland Foundation therapy fund and resources are only made possible through support from our community. At The Loveland Foundation, we are committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls. Our resources and initiatives are collaborative and they prioritize opportunity, access, validation, and healing. Since our founding, the Therapy Fund has provided financial support for therapy to over 13,000 Black women, girls, and non-binary individuals across the country.Links:Join The Abundance Collective: https://thelovelandfoundation.org/abundanceSupport the show: https://give.thelovelandfoundation.org/give/436656/#!/donation/checkoutCheck out Unraveled Season 2 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFID8jGOCTSsnqwGvNkngeECNBbtPmPUrFollow Aseanté on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aseanterenee/Follow LaToya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootedandcrowned/Follow The Loveland Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelovelandfoundation/Visit the Loveland Foundation's website: https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Support the show

In this episode, originally recorded at CWA's Meeting of the Minds conference, we are joined by Latoya Reed-Adjei, from the Alameda County Workforce Development Board, to explore what it means to lead through change with courage, creativity, and purpose. Discover how workforce systems can evolve from compliance-driven bureaucracy into proactive, relationship-focused engines of equity and opportunity. Latoya also explains how social capital can close gaps in access in the age of AI, and shares her vision for reframing employer engagement as partnership—not transaction. This is a conversation about navigating uncertainty, transforming systems, and leading “fearless forward.”      

We're going to let AI write the description:SummaryIn this episode, LaToya and Shay dive into a variety of topics ranging from the latest music releases to political issues, personal anecdotes, and celebrity gossip. They discuss the impact of global warming, the government shutdown, and the importance of voting. The conversation also touches on body image, friendship dynamics, and the challenges of everyday life. The hosts share their thoughts on the ongoing feud between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B, as well as the legal troubles of various celebrities. The episode wraps up with reflections on the importance of mental health and the need for open communication in friendships.Yeah, this is too damn long.

Send us a text In this episode of I Think I Love My Kids Podcast, Latoya chats with Adrian Cox-Settles of Diverse Interactive Learning about parenting, purpose, and preparing kids to thrive. Adrian shares her journey as a mom and entrepreneur, offering insights on balancing personal purpose with parenting. Follow us on YouTube & Facebook: I Think I Love My Kids, Instagram: @i_think_i_love_my_kids, and subscribe for upcoming episodes! Support the show

On this episode, host Lucas Farrell sits down with Latoya Thompson, the force behind Bougie Bites—the plant-based, fast-casual spot turning non-vegans into regulars with smashburgers, fries, and big hospitality.Latoya opens up about the real journey: from personal styling and home-care entrepreneurship to a food truck, a ghost kitchen, and now a brick-and-mortar in Overland. We dig into radical transparency (yes, she posts payroll), why guest experience beats hype, and how to “stand on business” while building a brand with purpose.We also talk:How she built Bougie Bites to win over non-vegans (and why that's the point)Pivoting hours, staffing, and SOPs based on real-time feedbackPricing, margins, and the truth about running a restaurant in 2025Inspiration from Miami, plus content that actually starts conversationsWhy she's not chasing location #2—and what she is dreaming up for the truckAdvice for young women: have the receipts, then stand on itIf you're into food, brand-building, or honest entrepreneurship, this one's for you.Learn more about Bougie Bites:

LaToya practically takes over this episode. Having had only 3 hours of sleep and just getting back from running errands with Gwen, LaToya manages to hijack almost the first twenty minutes of the show. She's talking on fumes despite also having to work on payroll. Barry graciously allows it. Talk turns to television, LaToya's news/pop culture blackout, and Barry's thriving venture in book publishing. He's happily writing and could even stop writing for a year and still be publishing new material. However, we know that will never happen. The episodes also include a brief chat about our world with AI.

The AMPire Diaries Episode 121: The Originals - “Exquisite Corpse” This BODY is INCREDIBLE? NUH. This CORPSE is EXQUISITE. Yeah. That's more like it. (And yes, I realized after the fact that this bit fits the Drake “Hotline Bling” meme. Sorry for that unintentional corniness. I was actually originally going for The Social Network corniness.) The second season of The Originals really is cooking with propane. That's because, this week, your favorite Vampire Diaries rewatch-slash-first-time watch (and still mostly spoiler-free) combination podcast is discussing The Originals' “Exquisite Corpse” (Season 2, Episode 17). Which means we're talking: - …for 8 and a half minutes (and this is the ABRIDGED version) about things that AREN'T TVDU-related in the intro, in case you wanna skip some dog co-host and movie etiquette talk. - Ex​quisite Corpse, a signature scent. - P.S. LaToya had some audio issues in this one–mostly resolved in the edit–but there are moments when she's not as clear as she usually would be on mic. - Women's rights and women's wrongs, as exemplified by Freya Mikaelson and Eva Sinclair. - What GOOD sexpionage looks like, STEVE. Here's that sexy Bonnie and Clyde shit we were looking for. - Ya gotta watch Blindspot, gang. Ya just gotta. - We just know that Claire still won't sign SHIT. God love her. - The lack of urgency we've been dealing with from the Mikaelsons lately… it's because Klaus simply hasn't been paying attention to this season. (Couldn't be us.) - Is Marcel being a bad dad or a cool (aka “badd”) dad? - Look, you'll never catch your AMPie Queens ending up in a horror movie. - The Magic Limbo. - Hayley… We love you, girl… But you've gotta stop being such a bitca to other women. (But also, never stop. It's really funny..) “CONTROLLING THE DEMON” (“Exquisite Corpse”... and wow, I guess that means we really should've listened to the episode's voiceover more than we did…) Whether you're a Vampire Diaries obsessive or newcomer, join along with hosts LaToya Ferguson (@lafergs—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) and Morgan Lutich (@LorganMutich—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) on their continuing podcast journey.* Most importantly, get AMPED (and horny) along with them on this journey. Ya gotta get AMPED. * And sometimes Jill Defiel (@jiilbobaggins—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries newcomer, now former host) and Michael Chasin (@mchasin—AMPie Boy, Vampire Diaries obsessive, sort of host). Become a patron! https://www.patreon.com/ampdiariespod/ Email us! theampirediariespod@gmail.com and fatherkieran1@gmail.com Tweet at us! @AMPDiariesPod Skeet at us! ampdiariespod.bsky.social Instagram... at us! @AMPireDiariesPod Go to our website! http://theampirediariespod.com/ The Official CW Promo for “Exquisite Corpse”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiHjVasHVNU The Mystic Falls Event of the Week for “Exquisite Corpse”: LET'S GO SAVE SOME WITCH KIDS (WITH SEXPIONAGE) The AMPire Diaries is now available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Podcasts, as well as wherever you get your podcasts (except for Spotify). Don't forget to rate (5 STARS, please) and review the podcast. And most importantly, don't forget to get AMPED.

What an honor to sit down with our once banker, now friend, Latoya Matthews. Latoya has a powerful story of redemption of Saying yes to God and walking with Him after over a decade of shame and regret with the abortion she had of her first baby. We chat through her childhood, mindsets, and her healing journey with God.If you want to follow Latoya on IG, here is her link: https://www.instagram.com/thelatoyamathews/?hl=enTo download the free devotional app called Devote, click here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/devote-bible-study/id6738973167

Mayor Cantrell has returned to work after her terrible, horrible no-good, very bad day last week. But hold on - it could still get worse, if her bootyguard decides he's gonna cooperate with the Feds

Dr. Latoya Kuester is an OB/GYN in Jacksonville, FL, and she joined Friends for Life at the Gathering to talk about what life means to her as a physician.   Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life Ministry: lcms.org/life  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Great leadership doesn't happen by chance—it's built through preparation and practice. In this episode of Leadership with Latoya, Dr. Latoya Dixon shares practical strategies to help leaders stay organized, protect time for priorities, and rehearse with intention. Walk away with simple habits that boost confidence, sharpen execution, and ensure you show up at your best.

LaToya is feeling herself...a little too much.

The AMPire Diaries Episode 120: The Vampire Diaries - “A Bird in a Gilded Cage” Alright, now is the time to get serious, AMPies. We're in a post-“Downward Spiral” world after all now. Not that any of our Mystic friends seem to really care about that. Oh boy. This week, your favorite Vampire Diaries rewatch-slash-first-time watch (and still mostly spoiler-free) combination podcast is discussing The Vampire Diaries “A Bird in a Gilded Cage” (Season 6, Episode 17). Which means we're talking: - You know, it really is silly to get mad about things that haven't even happened yet… - …except for in our case, where we are absolutely right to be furious about things that will happen in the future of the TVDU - Matty Blue > Matty Blue Lives Matter - Has any fictional character had more dead parents than Elena Gilbert? - Trying to make a good impression on your boyfriend's mass murderer of a mom (it's harder than you think) - Are Enzo and Damon even friends anymore? - Okay, but really: What are they doing (or not doing) with our boy Enzo? - Watch out, Enzo: There's a new Cruel Intentions plan in town - LaToya and Morgan's worst argument yet, over something VERY stupid - PARKER ABRAMS CAST - A lot of bleeps, going back to that whole ‘getting mad about things that haven't even happened yet' thing - But Lily Salvatore! She started off so good! - Looks like Jolly Rancher (singular) is back on the menu, AMPies “DAMON TRAVELS TO THE 1903 PRISON WORLD” (“A Bird in a Gilded Cage”) Whether you're a Vampire Diaries obsessive or newcomer, join along with hosts LaToya Ferguson (@lafergs—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) and Morgan Lutich (@LorganMutich—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) on their continuing podcast journey.* Most importantly, get AMPED (and horny) along with them on this journey. Ya gotta get AMPED. * And sometimes Jill Defiel (@jiilbobaggins—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries newcomer, now former host) and Michael Chasin (@mchasin—AMPie Boy, Vampire Diaries obsessive, sort of host). Become a patron! https://www.patreon.com/ampdiariespod/ Email us! theampirediariespod@gmail.com and fatherkieran1@gmail.com Tweet at us! @AMPDiariesPod Skeet at us! ampdiariespod.bsky.social Instagram... at us! @AMPireDiariesPod Go to our website! http://theampirediariespod.com/ The Official CW Promo for “A Bird in a Gilded Cage”: http://youtube.com/watch?v=GBIO_I6JGHY The Mystic Falls Event of the Week for “A Bird in a Gilded Cage”: WOO! SPRING BREAK! WOO! (SO, NO NEED TO PAY EXTRAS! WOO!) The AMPire Diaries is now available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Podcasts, as well as wherever you get your podcasts (except for Spotify). Don't forget to rate (5 STARS, please) and review the podcast. And most importantly, don't forget to get AMPED.

Are you evolving in your business but struggling to show up and bring your audience along for the ride? In this live coaching session, I sit down with Latoya Shanell, CEO and Principal Event Strategist of L' Shanell + Co., to tackle the visibility challenges that come with shifting from corporate clients to serving small businesses.  ⁠⁠⁠Join The Co-op – The Membership for Online Businesses⁠⁠⁠  Connect with Abagail⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠All the Links!⁠⁠    Latoya runs an events company producing both small- and large-scale events, primarily for corporate clients. Now, she's looking to expand her reach and work with more small businesses. In our conversation, we dig into what it really means to show up and how to bring people with you as your business evolves.  I definitely gave Latoya some tough love, but it's a powerful reminder for anyone who feels stuck when it comes to showing up online. If you want to be more visible but don't know where to begin, this episode is full of practical ideas to get you moving. I can't wait to see what you do with them!  Episode Highlights  Behind the Scenes: Latoya's National Event Marketing Company & Where She Wants to Go Next [0:01:14] Who Latoya Should Really Be Speaking To [0:11:00]  How She Can Show Up as the Expert People Need [0:18:18]  Homework for Latoya (& You!) [0:28:18]  Talking to Different Audiences About the Same Offer [0:32:10]  Building an Online Strategy That Fits In With What You're Already Doing [0:38:41]  Why It's Less About the Platform & All About Where You Spend Your Time [0:43:05]  How to Reach All Your Audiences [0:49:45] Our Advertiser FreshBooks⁠⁠⁠ – Get 50% Off for 6 Months   Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to thestrategyhour.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leadership with Latoya, Dr. Latoya Dixon discusses the critical role of organizational culture in leadership. She emphasizes that culture is not just about slogans or posters but is reflected in the daily experiences and interactions of team members. Through personal anecdotes, she illustrates how culture can impact team dynamics and performance. Dr. Dixon outlines three key practices for leaders to shape a positive culture: modeling desired behaviors, addressing toxic elements, and celebrating aligned behaviors. She encourages leaders to be intentional in their approach to culture, as it significantly influences organizational success.

Open Forum: The meeting started with Pastor Amos and Bose, focusing on the financial struggles ministries face, emphasizing broader economic factors over personal failure. Pastor Amos and Micah discussed adapting to the digital age in church engagement and the role of the Holy Spirit in navigating economic changes. Pastor Amos shared how AI tools have streamlined his work, while Bose stressed kingdom-first business principles amidst technological disruption. Lynette spoke about obedience to God's evolving instructions, and Pastor Amos highlighted the importance of timely spiritual discernment. He also shared his shift from entrepreneurial to more pastoral ministry focus, supported by Derrick's inquiry. Pastor Amos and Derrick emphasized aligning entrepreneurship with divine purpose, cautioning against chasing financial success over spiritual mission. They discussed the pitfalls of prioritizing popularity over true expertise and the importance of experiential learning, both in business and life. The group explored the integration of faith and technology, balancing spirit-led entrepreneurship with AI use, and concluded with LaToya's dream about digital platforms and the mark of the beast, updates on fellowship plans, and feedback requests on Sunday service content.   Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com                  

In this episode of That Was Pretty Scary, host Jon Lee Brody is joined by writer and creator LaToya Morgan. They dive into LaToya's work on HBO Max's Duster, her time on The Walking Dead, and her approach to horror and character-driven storytelling. They also discuss the influence of iconic figures like Pam Grier, the intricacies of creating compelling narratives, and LaToya's upcoming projects. Don't miss this insightful conversation filled with industry insights and behind-the-scenes stories!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The AMPire Diaries Episode 119: The Originals - “Save My Soul” HE'S HERE! A man. THE man. Finncent, no more. NOW is the time of Vincent. Oh, and Klaus has a brunch. Hopefully it doesn't go off the rails! This week, your favorite Vampire Diaries rewatch-slash-first-time watch (and still mostly spoiler-free) combination podcast is discussing The Originals' “Save My Soul” (Season 2, Episode 16). Which means we're talking: - Truly, theydies and gentlethems, it's time to meet Vincent... with a “V.” - NOW YOU SCAT! Also, please know that: Back in the very real fever dream that is the early - 2000s, LaToya did watch The Nick and Jessica Variety Hour live on ABC. Meaning, she watched THIS live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CW6QrCaRrmY - Good chicks, bad chicks, and, of course, little boys. - The Bad Wolf Swamp Show versus The Cool Haunted Fairytale. - An evil witch who wants to be best friends with a baby? NBC's Go On… - The startling lack of hustle in the Mikaelson family. - The Power of Two. - Klaus and Dahlia, like looking in a mirror. - Not enough mention of Finncent's child soldiers initiative. - Our best Cami episode yet! No bit! - Oops! All channeled kids! - New "What Happened to Jill" explanation just dropped! *airhorn* *trumpet* *beans* “FLASHBACKS TO FREYA'S CHILDHOOD” (“Save My Soul”) Whether you're a Vampire Diaries obsessive or newcomer, join along with hosts LaToya Ferguson (@lafergs—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) and Morgan Lutich (@LorganMutich—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) on their continuing podcast journey.* Most importantly, get AMPED (and horny) along with them on this journey. Ya gotta get AMPED. * And sometimes Jill Defiel (@jiilbobaggins—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries newcomer, now former host) and Michael Chasin (@mchasin—AMPie Boy, Vampire Diaries obsessive, sort of host). Become a patron! https://www.patreon.com/ampdiariespod/ Email us! theampirediariespod@gmail.com and fatherkieran1@gmail.com Tweet at us! @AMPDiariesPod Skeet at us! ampdiariespod.bsky.social Instagram... at us! @AMPireDiariesPod Go to our website! http://theampirediariespod.com/ The Official CW Promo for “Save My Soul”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJadolT4-eA The Mystic Falls Event of the Week for “Save My Soul”: the Mikaelson family brunch, hosted by Niklaus Mikaelson, professional party planner The AMPire Diaries is now available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Podcasts, as well as wherever you get your podcasts (except for Spotify). Don't forget to rate (5 STARS, please) and review the podcast. And most importantly, don't forget to get AMPED.

Music is one of those things that can bring families together…and sometimes, that togetherness grows into a business… The BeeGees had the three Gibb brothers…baby brother Andy Gibb was also part of that universe for a while… Then there's The Beach Boys…the original lineup included Brian, Dennis, and Carl Wilson and their cousin Mike Love…Murray Wilson—the father of Brian, Dennis, and Carl—was their manager…he was terrible at it (in fact, Murray was an all-around disaster for his sons), but at least they were all together…or something like that…three brothers, their father and a cousin… We have The Cowsills…this was a 60s pop group from Rhode island who had a series of hits…six siblings: Bob, Bill, Barry, John, Paul and Susan…they ranged from 8 to 18…and then there was mother Barbra…this arrangement was the inspiration for the TV show “the partridge family”…that's seven people, which later became eight when Bob's twin brother Richard joined up for a bit… And we have to talk about the Jackson 5: Michael, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon…when the group left Motown, Jermaine was replaced by Randy… So that's six members of the Jackson 5… then we have Janet, LaToya and Rebbie…that's nine, and everything was run by father Joe Jackson—another abusive disaster…so the count is up to 10… All this got me thinking: are there equivalents in the world of alt-rock?...What are the biggest family affairs the genre has ever seen?...Let's take a look… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode of The Incubator Podcast, Ben and Daphna sit down with certified birth doula and lactation counselor Latoya Southwell for a wide-ranging conversation about the role doulas play in supporting families before, during, and after birth. LaToya shares her personal and professional path into birth work, and how her experiences shaped a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach to supporting laboring people—particularly those from historically marginalized communities.The conversation covers what doulas do (and don't do), how they differ from midwives, and how they advocate for safe, informed, and emotionally grounded birth experiences. LaToya talks candidly about how she prepares clients for unexpected outcomes, including C-sections and NICU admissions, and how doulas can collaborate with healthcare teams rather than be in conflict with them.She also introduces the Baby Café initiative—an informal peer support network she co-founded to reduce isolation and provide postpartum support for new mothers—and explains why preparing families for postpartum is just as critical as planning for labor.This episode is a practical introduction to the real work of birth doulas—and an invitation to rethink how care teams can work together to improve outcomes and experiences for parents and babies alike. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

The AMPire Diaries Episode 118: The Vampire Diaries - “The Downward Spiral” In the immortal, loud words of Max Blum: “HERE WE GO!” We know all you AMPies have missed hours-long episodes full of tangents and segues, so we decided to record one for old times sake. (And because we had plenty of technical difficulties, thankfully rectified by the magic of EDITING.) That's because your favorite Vampire Diaries rewatch-slash-first-time watch (and still mostly spoiler-free) combination podcast is discussing The Vampire Diaries' “The Downward Spiral” (Season 6, Episode 16). Which means we're talking: - The lyrical content of 3LW's musical oeuvre. - “SARAH'S LIFE IS IN DANGER.” - Director (Mr.) Ian and the nature of CINEMA. - Stefan Salvatore forcing us to be ANTI-sexpionage. - Liam Davis: our favorite TVD character. - Kai's residual Luke-ness, which is perhaps the best this show has ever used Luke. - More little boy Damo. - More talk of Jill on the Other Side. - Is Matt still part of Enzo's plan, or...? (And in case you forgot, STEFAN Salvatore is actually part of the Sarah Salvatore story.) - Morgan going full speed ahead on BonKai and Kai as “Damon 2.0.” - “Enzo Hates… Twilight.” - Caroline Forbes' Bronze dancing. - By the way: Shout out to Eliza Dushku. Girl, we miss you. - The same things we literally always talk about when we talk about Smallville. - Y'all remember Luke's gay herbs? - NEVER listen to the Salvatore boys. - LaToya talks about another WB ship BESIDES Angel/Cordelia (But don't worry: She DOES talk about Angel/Cordelia too.) - Our old buddy, “Colin Phelps.” - Only two prison worlds, huh? Sounds nice. - Elena's forgetfulness. - Glenn Howerton's CCH Pounder impression, a bit that will make more sense when we drop the full bonus clip on the Patreon. - Plus, LaToya's mom (MOTHER) and dog (DAHLIA) both make guest appearances on the pod… sort of. “IAN SOMERHALDER MAKES HIS DIRECTORIAL DEBUT.” (“The Downward Spiral”) Whether you're a Vampire Diaries obsessive or newcomer, join along with hosts LaToya Ferguson (@lafergs—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) and Morgan Lutich (@LorganMutich—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries obsessive) on their continuing podcast journey.* Most importantly, get AMPED (and horny) along with them on this journey. Ya gotta get AMPED. * And sometimes Jill Defiel (@jiilbobaggins—AMPie Queen, Vampire Diaries newcomer, now former host) and Michael Chasin (@mchasin—AMPie Boy, Vampire Diaries obsessive, sort of host). Become a patron! https://www.patreon.com/ampdiariespod/ Email us! theampirediariespod@gmail.com and fatherkieran1@gmail.com Tweet at us! @AMPDiariesPod Skeet at us! ampdiariespod.bsky.social Instagram... at us! @AMPireDiariesPod Go to our website! http://theampirediariespod.com/ The Official CW Promo for “The Downward Spiral”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGZnEBz0VKQ The Mystic Falls Event of the Week for “The Downward Spiral”: the Whitmore warehouse rave The AMPire Diaries is now available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Podcasts, as well as wherever you get your podcasts (except for Spotify). Don't forget to rate (5 STARS, please) and review the podcast. And most importantly, don't forget to get AMPED.

News media could help explain immigration by grappling with the role of conditions the US has largely created in the places people are driven from.

On this special episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with executive producer and showrunner Latoya Morgan and lead actress Rachel Hilson about DUSTER, the new TV series from JJ Abrams and Latoya Morgan now streaming on HBO Max. Set in the 1970s Southwest, the show follows the first black female FBI agent as she takes on a crime syndicate by teaming up with a gutsy getaway driver. I'm an FBI consultant on the show. DUSTER also stars Josh Holloway as the getaway driver Jim Ellis and Keith David as the boss of the crime syndicate.   After my conversations with LaToya and Rachel, I talk briefly about my role on the show as an FBI consultant and the significance of accurate portrayals of the FBI in books, TV, and movies, a major theme of my mission.   Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles: https://jerriwilliams.com/356-duster-hbo-max-latoya-morgan-and-rachel-hilson/     Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams     Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL      Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/  

Producer, Special Agent, and Very Special Guest LaToya Ferguson joins us for our Watcher's Diary this week!! We discuss all of her thoughts on Season 1 (it is GOOD, actually ...and Marcie was in love with CORDELIA, actually), we finally uncover What Dawn Was Doing while the events of "Prophecy Girl" unfolded, and we learn that LaToya's favorite episode of the entire series falls in Season 2! We also spend copious amounts of time trying to decode how to match up Buffy characters with Friends characters.  We are returning to you with our Season 2 coverage THIS WEDNESDAY, May 7th!! (a)Woooooooo! OUR BOOK! OUR BOOK! OUR BOOK IS HERE-ORDER NOW! ⁠⁠bufferingcast.com/book⁠⁠ LOCATE YOUR HOSTS UPON THE INTERNET Jenny Owen Youngs | @jennyowenyoungs; ⁠⁠jennyowenyoungs.com⁠⁠ Kristin Russo | @kristinnoeline; ⁠⁠kristinnoeline.com⁠⁠ Buffering: A Rewatch Adventure | @bufferingcast on socials MUSIC | Theme song and jingles composed and performed by Jenny Owen Youngs | ⁠⁠bufferingcast.com/music⁠⁠ PATREON | ⁠⁠patreon.com/bufferingcast⁠⁠ MERCH | ⁠⁠bufferingcast.com/shop⁠⁠ PODCAST SCHEDULE & EVENTS | ⁠⁠bufferingcast.com/jennycalendar⁠⁠ Produced by: Kristin Russo & Jenny Owen Youngs Edited by: Kristin Russo Logo: Kristine Thune We acknowledge that we and our team are occupying unceded and stolen lands and territories. Kristin occupies the Lenape territories of the Esopus Lenape Peoples. Jenny occupies the Wabanahkik territory of the Abenaki and Pennacook Peoples. Learn more about Land Acknowledgments + our continued anti-racist efforts at ⁠⁠bufferingthevampireslayer.com/justkeepfighting⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices