Podcasts about lit brooklyn

Before Gwyneth Paltrow was out here selling candles that smelled like her vagina. Thanks, Gwyneth, but I'll pass. This week's podcast guest, Denequa Williams Clarke of Lit Brooklyn, had already changed the game with ethically sourced fragrant luxury candles. Sometimes finding your center after a long day can only be achieved with a glass of wine, or tea (I'm not judging), and a dope candle.Candles are a big part of my life, considering they are part of a three billion-dollar industry in the United States alone. I'm not the only one.But don't let the sweet scents fool you - where there is smoke (#money); there is also fire-like candles made from harmful chemicals. In this week's episode of That Wasn't In My Textbook, I'm sharing the history of candles and the business of candles. Joining me this week is, Denequa Williams Clarke, Founder of Brklyn Lit.Show Highlights: [00:03:17] I ghosted ya'll. Here's my apology and what's next for the podcast. [00:05:06] How does Merriam-Webster define a candle[00:05:43] Before Thomas Edison invented the light bulb, Ancient Egypt, China, and India learned how to isolate fire into what would become modern-day candles[00:06:48] Why historians don't credit Ancient Egypt as a pioneer in the candle-making game? [00:07:58] We've come a long-ass way, baaabeee! Early candles were made from dried fish oils, trees, and fruit.[00:08:36] What does the 18th Century Slave -Trade and Whale Sperm (real sperm) have to do with the first standard candle? It turns out a lot![00:10:07] I bet you'd rather have Whale Sperm in your candles than this harmful yet commonly used ingredient- tune into the podcast to hear what it is[00:13:55] Meet Denequa Williams Clarke - Entrepreneur and Founder of Lit Brooklyn Candles and learn how this entrepreneur launched her company[00:14:20] What's the secret of sold-out launches and being featured everywhere from Essence to Yahoo? Denequa and I discuss this and more. [00:17:50] Disappointed by the lack of clean/ ethically sourced candles, Denequa launched Brooklyn Lit to provide safer candle options for our community. [00:18:42] What big box brands aren't telling you about the candles you purchase[00:29:45] What inspires Denequa and the secrets to six years in business? [00:37:05] The business behind candles, handling collaborations, and PR spotlights[00:34:03] There is a right and wrong way to burn a candle, Denequa shares tips for getting the most out of your candles and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs----------------------------------------------------------Purchase our new bookmarks. All proceeds go to the podcast.Visit our website. Follow the podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, watch Youtube episodes, and feel free to donate.To learn more about the podcast host Toya, visit ToyaFromHarlem.com. Connect with Toya on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedInConnect with DENEQUA WILLIAMS-CLARKE at Lit BklynWhere I Get My Information: https://candles.org/history/https://candles.org/facts-figures-2/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_candle_makingCandle Facts-https://candles.org/facts-figures-2/Non-Europe and Egyptian candle history- http://www.historyoflighting.net/lighting-history/history-of-candles/https://www.apsleyaustralia.com/blogs/posts/the-history-of-candles

In this week's episode, I sit with Denequa Williams-Clarke, the founder of LIT Brooklyn, a luxury, eco-friendly candle company. I actually kinda stalked Denequa after hearing her speak at an event I attended in NYC back in 2019. She was on the panel after being featured in She Did That a Netflix documentary exploring the passionate pursuits of black women who are building legacies and making history. We recorded this episode prior to the pandemic and I know that since then her business has catapulted into new and inspiring territories.After deciding she wanted to launch a candle company, Denequa taught herself how to make candles, and since then, has been able to partner with top brands and has grown her passion into a profitable business.We discuss Her quitting her job as an assistant manager at a luxury fashion house, her Caribbean upbringing, How she started her business with the support of a great partner, losing her dad and how navigating grief impacted her as an entrepreneur. And we spoke about rest and what that looks like. Seeing as rest is our them for the month we'd love to know how you rest. So drop us a note after listening to this. As usual like, share, rate and subscribe. Still, we bloom.

It's Lit! As we chop it up with Denequa Williams Clarke, founder of LIT Brooklyn, a luxury line of candles.  We skip past the BS and get into the nitty-gritty of building a business. While exploring Denequa's story beyond candles -- and it's a great one.Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/bluedopetv/https://www.instagram.com/Blue/https://www.instagram.com/OliviaDope/*Thank you so much for tuning into Blue Dope. As always, If you enjoy the podcast, please don't forget to rate, comment, and subscribe to the show.*Please visit us: https://bluedope.tv/.

.Remember the black square you probably posted in June? Well, with the holiday season upon us, it's time to put your money where your black square was. In this episode, E with a C and E with a K review products and services from black creators they've experienced, along with other products and services from black creators that are just out of reach of their wallets or locations. A list of the business we shout out throughout the episode:  Afrolachian Gardens: https://www.afrolachiangardens.com/ Arnee Martin Art: https://www.arneemartin.art/ Harlem Candle Company: https://www.harlemcandlecompany.com/ LIT Brooklyn: https://www.litbklyn.co/get-lit Liz Walker: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGRPomgGBPsfGE839Oglw4w Monica Nicole Beauty: https://www.monicanicolebeauty.com/ Ninja Pole Fitness: https://www.ninjapolefitness.com/ Nightshade Designs: https://linktr.ee/nightshadedesigns Unit Gang by Ashley Nicole: https://www.unitgangbyan.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Luvvie is feeling good about her second book deal, The Fear-Fighter Manual! In this follow up to her first book, I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual, Luvvie will tackle fear and expose the life limiting havoc this emotion can inflict on our lives when it goes unchecked. She rants about how oversaturated the TV streaming services market is, Disney+ being the latest culprit. Luvvie gives a special shout out to Lit Brooklyn, one of her fave candle companies. And, she steps into a fascinating conversation with Jessamyn Stanley, Author, Activist and Founder of The Underbelly Yoga. Jessamyn’s classes provide a body positive approach to yoga, encouraging her to students to ask, “How do I feel?” rather than “How do I look?”You can follow Jessamyn Stanley on Twitter and Instagram! And, learn more about her industry disrupting fitness app, The Underbelly Yoga.Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual!Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #RantsandRandomness. Also, follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter! Email LuvvieRants@gmail.com with feedback or questions! Recorded at: Chicago Recording Company

The Squad hosts newly engaged power couple DWil and Kolo Preme! DWil is the owner of LIT Brooklyn, your favorite candle. They share lessons learned from their decade-long relationship! Topics also include the Super Bowl LII, Justin Timberlake, Quentin Tarantino, and Black Panther! Follow DWil on Twitter and Instagram! Follow Kolo Preme on Twitter and Instagram! Check out LIT Brooklyn on Twitter and Instagram, and purchase your first candle at: www.litbklyn.co! Follow guest photographer Marvin H. on Twitter and Instagram! Follow the PSA podcast on Twitter and Instagram! Follow Robbie Digital on Twitter and Instagram; Bones on Twitter and Instagram; Saul Goodman on Twitter and Instagram; and OG Randy on Twitter and Instagram!

I’m getting everyone warm and cozy as I sit down with the Creator and Founder of LIT Brooklyn, Denequa Williams. Denequa founded LIT Brooklyn, a luxury soy candle company, through her love for self-care. After suddenly quitting her job in retail, Denequa decided to start her candle company in the comfort of her home in Brooklyn. We talk about the importance of enjoying life, how she creates her famous candles scents, trials and errors and much more! LIT Brooklyn has been featured in Essence, the Fader, Budweiser and more. Listen now and learn how to become the narrator of your OWN story. Enjoy! xo

Today on the show, we have a woman who’s hustle inspires me.Her name is Denequa Williams and she is the maker and owner of luxury soy candle company, LIT Brooklyn. Every candle is candle is hand poured, packaged, and shipped from Brooklyn. Within a year of it's existence, she has been featured in some of your favorite publications, Essence, Ebony, Teen Vogue, Huffington Post, BuzzFeed & more.Now LIT Brooklyn is still a young company, but it seems like for the past year, every event I was at, she was at. Not only that, but she would make sure that her candles were in the hands of guests attending that event. Lo and behold, people would go home, use the product and before you know it were sharing on social media and talking about this amazing product.What better way to round out the theme of How to create, sell and market your physical products, than to talk to an entrepreneur who is learning on the go, making it work and pushing through real, life personal challenges to make it by any means necessary. On this episode, Denequa dishes on: Not being afraid to ask for help Networking the smart way Creating a product that people would be proud to own and share How she found the strength to keep going through personal tragedy    This episode wraps up our theme for the month, which is How to Create, Sell and Market Your Physical products.   Listen on Apple Podcast, Soundcloud, Stitcher and Google Play Links mentioned on this episode LIT Brooklyn Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements Side Hustle Pro is now over 2200 members strong. If you’re looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Social Media Info Connect on Instagram: LIT Brooklyn - @litbklyn Side Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro

Back at it on week 14. As we bringin the week, keep Cleveland in your prayers as their city is under a grave scare with the Steve Stephens shooter. For ‘Unbossed’ we are featuring Lit Brooklyn, the hand poured soy candle company by Denequa Williams. The scents are amazing and the packaging is minimalist and trendy. Make sure to check her out at @litbklyn and litbklyn.co. For our ‘Goddess Talk’ we talk about the importance of slowing down and taking time for yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup and we are here to say from experience, you have to slow down and recuperate. On ‘Fresh Face’ Shaniece tells us about how silicon mix has made her hair luxurious! You can pick it up on our Fresh Face tab on the website (goddessxculture.com). Don’t forget to send us your questions and stay updated on the Sip N Shop event we will be facilitating on May 201th! See you all next week.