Podcasts about Luvvie

Hey lady! As a Black woman you know all too well the million different ways we have to command respect as we navigate our daily lives. It can  be as intense as the feeling of being passed over for promotion after having a standout year or as mundane, but profoundly important, like saying your name correctly. Luvvie Ajayi Jones, renowned author, speaker and entrepreneur joins the Cultivating H.E.R. Space team to discuss her latest offering Little Trouble Maker Defends Her Name, a deeply personal book about Luvvie's steadfast pride in determing who she is told in a children't format. Luvvie stops by the podcast to discuss how she decided at a young age that she would take pride in her name and honor the sacredness of owning your name. She offers wisdom about letting that deep sense of self guide your path as she connects the dots of her journey from blogger to New York Times bestselling author. Lady, if you're in need of a jolt of authentic inspration then this episode is one you won't want to miss! Quote of the Day:"I have the confidence of a Black woman who WINS in spite of everything thrown at her. That confidence is grounding." – Luvvie Ajayi Jones Where to find Luvvie Ajayi Jones:Website: www.awesomelyluvvie.comBook: Little Trouble Maker Defends Her NamePatreon: Luvvie Ajayi JonesInstagram: @luvvieLinkedIn: Luvvie Ajayi Jones  Goal Map Like a Pro WorkbookCultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary  Resources:Dr. Dom's Therapy PracticeBranding with TerriMelanin and Mental HealthTherapy for Black Girls Psychology TodayTherapy for QPOC  Where to find us:Twitter: @HERspacepodcastInstagram: @herspacepodcastFacebook: @herspacepodcastWebsite: cultivatingherspace.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

ABOUT LUVVIE AJAYI JONES Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, speaker and book coach who thrives at the intersection of culture, business and leadership. She has written 4 critically acclaimed bestselling books (including her banner book Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual and her children's book Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name), establishing her as a literary force with a powerful pen. Her expertise as a marketer and a successful published author drove her to create The Book Academy, a masterclass and coaching platform for aspiring and established authors. Luvvie is an internationally recognized speaker whose thought leadership on culture, authenticity, and disruption enables transformative action.Her renowned TED talk "Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable" has over 9 million views, has been transcribed into 23 languages, and has placed her in the Top 1% of TED Talks of all time. Luvvie has taken the stage at some of the world's most innovative and disruptive brands, such as Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, Spotify, Nike, Bank of America, Salesforce, Deloitte, and Clif Bar. She's been a featured speaker at noted conferences such as: Cannes Lions, SXSW, Leadercast, 3% Conference, and MAKERS Conference.Her critically acclaimed, bestselling books established her as a literary forced with a powerful pen. And her children's book Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, has become a beloved series, with two more editions scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026.She's also written for various publications including the New York Times, ELLE and Essence Magazine. In addition, her work has been featured in outlets such as NPR, Forbes, Inc, Fortune, Fast Company, The Chicago Tribune and more. A 21-year blogging veteran, Luvvie writes on AwesomelyLuvvie.com, covering all things culture with a critical yet humorous lens.Little Troublemaker Defends Her NameA story about a little troublemaker with a big heart who must defend her name from a class bully, from the New York Times bestselling author and noted speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones.Little Luvvie is ready for her first day at a new school!But immediately things do not go well. First, a kid in class makes fun of her name. How dare he! But Luvvie's instant response gets her scolded. Then she forgets her lunch. And worst of all, her teacher sees a private note Luvvie had written to herself where she talked about how much she doesn't like her new school. What a day! But this little troublemaker figures out how to turn things around.In this remarkably relatable picture book, Little Luvvie, the star of Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, learns that she can be kind even as she stands up for herself, and that learning from mistakes can open her up to making new friends who respect and appreciate her.Written by the New York Times bestselling author Luvvie Ajayi Jones, with bright, bold art by Joey Spiotto, this funny, sweet story is dedicated to all the kids whose names might feel too different. It reminds us that our names are worth getting right and celebrating.Get the book: https://a.co/d/hno81u3https://luvvie.org/books/little-troublemaker-defends-her-name/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

What does a name really mean? For many Black and immigrant children, it means identity, heritage, and pride. But what happens when the world tells them their name is too different?In this special episode of BACKtalk by Successful Black Parenting Magazine, host Janice Robinson-Celeste talks with bestselling author and “Professional Troublemaker” Luvvie Ajayi Jones about her powerful new children's book Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name. Inspired by her own story of growing up Nigerian-American, Luvvie shares how parents can help kids stand tall in who they are, starting with their names.

"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

Act One of Five: And lo, on the eve of the mayoral election, a messenger did appear to the good folk of Sherrydown. Programme notes This production contains fantasy violence, drug use, sex references and authoritarian coercion. Don't miss the epilogue at the very end of the episode! Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to The Monster's Playbook, another actual play Monster of the Week podcast, where the real world crashes into the paranormal over and over and over again. Dramatis personae and other definitions Gwynned: A former shieldmaiden of the triple goddess Morrigan. For the crime of saving a mortal man from the Morrigan's cruel whim, the goddess exiled Gwyn to live as a duck, overlooked by mortals. Recently freed from the curse, Gwyn is negotiating a new relationship with her mistress. Jinny Greenteeth: Proprietor of the Grove of Oddities, a tacky Sherrydown tourist attraction. In a past life, Jinny was branded a witch after a series of drownings in her Lancashire village. Renko: A DoOm agent assigned to Sherrydown, furloughed since the office closed. Harper: A US exchange student trying to sever her ties to the Shadow realm she sometimes enters through revolving doors. Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres. Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office. Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon. Credits COMPERE: Matt Boothman STARRING: Natalie Winter as Gwynned, the Divine Josh Yard as Jinny Greenteeth, the Spellslinger Vikki as Renko, the Flake Marta da Silva as Harper, the Searcher ROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael Sands MUSIC BY: Alexander Pankhurst SOUND DESIGN BY: Matt Boothman SFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: pigeons taking off by glaneur de sons on Freesound (CC BY 3.0); and may include others made available to use without attribution. EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt Boothman https://foggyoutline.com/merelyroleplayers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blooper reel or pooper reel? From all the material Matt cut from the recording emerges a very tonally different parallel story.Coming next on 28 January – Her Many Masks, Act 3Programme notesThis production contains fantasy violence, murder, and eye damage.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to The Thorne Files. They just aired Dead On Arrival, a two-part miniseries using a one-page game designed by the show's own Danny, that centres around c-list supervillains being given their 15 minutes of fame (inspired by The Secret Six and The Suicide Squad). And season two of their main Monster of the Week game starts soon!CreditsSTARRING:- Alexander Pankhurst- Marta Da Silva- Josh Yard- Ellie Pitkin- Matt BoothmanROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: For The Queen, second edition, by Alex Roberts, published by Darrington PressMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstCOVER ART INCLUDES:Royal crown silhouette by Timplaru Emil on VecteezyCarnival mask silhouette by Muhammad Fathurrahman on VecteezySkull silhouette by Carlos Avila on VecteezyEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn InstagramOn Tumblrwww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

 From afar, Luvvie Ajayi Jones seems to have it all together; to be thriving as an entrepreneur and author, complete with New York Times best-selling books and a viral Ted Talk. But all careers face downturns, and Jones has shared how one of the hardest years of her life affected her company, her finances, and her mental health. In this conversation with Morra Aarons-Mele, she talks about entrepreneurship, transparency, and making hard choices.  Listen to Luvvie's podcast here: https://luvvie.org/podcast/

Act 2 of 3: The road behind is as perilous as the one ahead, each strewn with seeds that could prove the Queen's undoing.Coming next on 21 January – Her crimes (Many Masks Backstage)Programme notesThis production contains fantasy violence, murder, and eye damage.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to The Thorne Files. They just aired Dead On Arrival, a two-part miniseries using a one-page game designed by the show's own Danny, that centres around c-list supervillains being given their 15 minutes of fame (inspired by The Secret Six and The Suicide Squad). And season two of their main Monster of the Week game starts soon!CreditsSTARRING:- Alexander Pankhurst- Marta Da Silva- Josh Yard- Ellie Pitkin- Matt BoothmanROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: For The Queen, second edition, by Alex Roberts, published by Darrington PressMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstCOVER ART INCLUDES:Royal crown silhouette by Timplaru Emil on VecteezyCarnival mask silhouette by Muhammad Fathurrahman on VecteezySkull silhouette by Carlos Avila on VecteezyEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn InstagramOn Tumblrwww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

Our Queen will emerge through play, but what's her starting vibe? We moodboard an aesthetic with the help of For The Queen's beautiful art cards.Coming next on 14 January – Her Many Masks, Act 2Programme notesThis production contains fantasy violence, murder, and eye damage.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Legend of the Bones, a hybrid of solo old school Dungeons & Dragons actual play, and dark fantasy audio drama. A story where the roll of the bones determines all. None shall escape the destiny of bone.CreditsSTARRING:- Alexander Pankhurst- Marta Da Silva- Josh Yard- Ellie Pitkin- Matt BoothmanROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: For The Queen, second edition, by Alex Roberts, published by Darrington PressMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstCOVER ART INCLUDES:Royal crown silhouette by Timplaru Emil on VecteezyCarnival mask silhouette by Muhammad Fathurrahman on Vecteezy Skull silhouette by Carlos Avila on VecteezyEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn InstagramOn Tumblrwww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

Act 1 of 3: The Queen sets out through wrack and ruin with her retinue, each of whom loves her in their own way.Coming next on 7 January 2025 – Her Majesty (Many Masks Backstage)Programme notesThis production contains fantasy violence, murder, and eye damage.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Legend of the Bones, a hybrid of solo old school Dungeons & Dragons actual play, and dark fantasy audio drama. A story where the roll of the bones determines all. None shall escape the destiny of bone.CreditsSTARRING:- Alexander Pankhurst- Marta Da Silva- Josh Yard- Ellie Pitkin- Matt BoothmanROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: For The Queen, second edition, by Alex Roberts, published by Darrington PressMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstCOVER ART INCLUDES:Royal crown silhouette by Timplaru Emil on VecteezyCarnival mask silhouette by Muhammad Fathurrahman on VecteezySkull silhouette by Carlos Avila on VecteezyEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn InstagramOn Tumblrwww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

Luvvie reflects on the almost 7 years of this podcast, which has been fulfilling but a heavy lift. In a season of auditing everything, both professional and personal, she's considering whether this podcast should continue at all. ➡️ Sign up for Luvvie's newsletter (The LuvvLetter)➡️ Come inside her Patreon➡️ Wanna write a book? Luvvie can help you make it happen through The Book Academy

Act Five of Five: One's home is one's castle. Who's the king of this one?Coming next on 3 December – Unpicking (Vigil Backstage)Programme notesThis production contains strong language, drug use, gunfire, and gory fantasy violence.Meet actual play podcasters and see some live recordings at the Dragonmeet PodcastZone in London on 30 November.Back the Slayers Survival Kit and Hunter's Journal, two new Monster of the Week books.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to OMEN Investigations, a comedy horror podcast starring three secret agents as they travel the world fighting monsters, ghosts, aliens and other paranormal perils.Dramatis personae and other definitionsPeggy Tailor: The prodigal daughter of a local family that dabbles in fey frolicking and organised crime, back in town to lay low after a grift gone horribly wrong.Calistarius Softbinding: A local horror writer with a cult following, who sponsored the construction of a whole new wing of Sherrydown's library. Calistarius Softbinding is a nom de plume.Ed Kincaid: A once promising, now disgraced MI5 agent assigned to investigate the more … esoteric threats reported to the national security hotline.Jinny Greenteeth: Proprietor of the Grove of Oddities, a tacky Sherrydown tourist attraction. In a past life, Jinny was branded a witch after a series of drownings in her Lancashire village.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Recently lifted.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Ellie Pitkin as Peggy Tailor, the CrookedChris Buxey as Calistarius Softbinding, the ExpertChris MacLennan as Ed Kincaid, the ProfessionalJosh Yard as Jinny Greenteeth, the Spellslingerwith Chris Starkey as Cameron JarvisROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanSFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: Dragon and Toast by Kevin MacLeod; and may include others made available to use without attribution.EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

This episode features Luvvie with Chloe Hakim-Moore, a visionary entrepreneur who has built multiple million-dollar companies without ever losing sight of her purpose. Together, they talk about redefining entrepreneurship by creating businesses rooted in well-being, justice, and profitability. Chloe shares her insights on building generational wealth as an act of resistance, the importance of knowing your strengths and making room for balance amidst ambition.

Act Four of Five: Test your smoke alarms and check your boiler regularly. Otherwise your home can really hurt you.Coming next on 26 November – Vigil: Tailor Made, Act 5Programme notesThis production contains strong language, drug use, gunfire, and gory fantasy violence.Meet actual play podcasters and see some live recordings at the Dragonmeet PodcastZone in London on 30 November.Back the Slayers Survival Kit and Hunter's Journal, two new Monster of the Week books.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to OMEN Investigations, a comedy horror podcast starring three secret agents as they travel the world fighting monsters, ghosts, aliens and other paranormal perils.Dramatis personae and other definitionsPeggy Tailor: The prodigal daughter of a local family that dabbles in fey frolicking and organised crime, back in town to lay low after a grift gone horribly wrong.Calistarius Softbinding: A local horror writer with a cult following, who sponsored the construction of a whole new wing of Sherrydown's library. Calistarius Softbinding is a nom de plume.Ed Kincaid: A once promising, now disgraced MI5 agent assigned to investigate the more … esoteric threats reported to the national security hotline.Jinny Greenteeth: Proprietor of the Grove of Oddities, a tacky Sherrydown tourist attraction. In a past life, Jinny was branded a witch after a series of drownings in her Lancashire village.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Recently lifted.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Ellie Pitkin as Peggy Tailor, the CrookedChris Buxey as Calistarius Softbinding, the ExpertChris MacLennan as Ed Kincaid, the ProfessionalJosh Yard as Jinny Greenteeth, the Spellslingerwith Chris Starkey as Cameron JarvisROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanSFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: Mirage by Kevin MacLeod; and may include others made available to use without attribution.EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

Act Three of Five: As the innocents evacuate, hostilities escalate. The walls are closing in.Coming next on 12 November – Vigil: Tailor Made, Act 4Programme notesThis production contains strong language, drug use, gunfire, and gory fantasy violence.Nominate your favourite podcasts for the 2024 Discover Pods Awards. Merely Roleplayers is eligible under Fiction and I Need A Miracle, the scripted audio drama Matt wrote, is eligible for Best New Podcast of 2024.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to The Thorne Files, a fellow Monster of the Week actual play podcast detailing the exploits and mysteries explored by agents of Thorne Investigations, a paranormal investigations agency, in 1952.Dramatis personae and other definitionsPeggy Tailor: The prodigal daughter of a local family that dabbles in fey frolicking and organised crime, back in town to lay low after a grift gone horribly wrong.Calistarius Softbinding: A local horror writer with a cult following, who sponsored the construction of a whole new wing of Sherrydown's library. Calistarius Softbinding is a nom de plume.Ed Kincaid: A once promising, now disgraced MI5 agent assigned to investigate the more … esoteric threats reported to the national security hotline.Jinny Greenteeth: Proprietor of the Grove of Oddities, a tacky Sherrydown tourist attraction. In a past life, Jinny was branded a witch after a series of drownings in her Lancashire village.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Recently lifted.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Ellie Pitkin as Peggy Tailor, the CrookedChris Buxey as Calistarius Softbinding, the ExpertChris MacLennan as Ed Kincaid, the ProfessionalJosh Yard as Jinny Greenteeth, the Spellslingerwith Chris Starkey as Cameron JarvisROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanSFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: Dragon and Toast by Kevin MacLeod; and may include others made available to use without attribution.EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

Act Two of Five: Search this house from bottom to top!Coming next on 22 October – Peggy, the Crooked (Vigil Backstage)Programme notesThis production contains strong language, drug use, gunfire, and gory fantasy violence.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to The Thorne Files, a fellow Monster of the Week actual play podcast detailing the exploits and mysteries explored by agents of Thorne Investigations, a paranormal investigations agency, in 1952.Dramatis personae and other definitionsPeggy Tailor: The prodigal daughter of a local family that dabbles in fey frolicking and organised crime, back in town to lay low after a grift gone horribly wrong.Calistarius Softbinding: A local horror writer with a cult following, who sponsored the construction of a whole new wing of Sherrydown's library. Calistarius Softbinding is a nom de plume.Ed Kincaid: A once promising, now disgraced MI5 agent assigned to investigate the more … esoteric threats reported to the national security hotline.Jinny Greenteeth: Proprietor of the Grove of Oddities, a tacky Sherrydown tourist attraction. In a past life, Jinny was branded a witch after a series of drownings in her Lancashire village.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Recently lifted.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Ellie Pitkin as Peggy Tailor, the CrookedChris Buxey as Calistarius Softbinding, the ExpertChris MacLennan as Ed Kincaid, the ProfessionalJosh Yard as Jinny Greenteeth, the Spellslingerwith Chris Starkey as Cameron JarvisROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

It's Tuesday and time to chat with your favorite girlfriends (I'm talking about us - the Go, Ladies!) Today we tackle the real Bad Boy and if we need to cancel his music. Also, would you hire a MAGA repairman to fix something in your house? And finally, do you celebrate your accomplishments? Luvvie says we need to do it more and we do. Join us now!

Luvvie Ajayi Jones believes that in order to make any meaningful changes in our lives, we need to become troublemakers who are unafraid and unashamed. Luvvie is a professional troublemaker herself, inspiring others around the world to take up space, believe in themselves, challenge societal norms and live audaciously in spite of their circumstances.Incogni Personal Information: Removal ServiceIn today's digital world, your personal information can be more exposed than you think. Data brokers collect and sell your personal details, putting you at risk of scams, identity theft, and online harassment. But there's a solution: Incogni. Incogni is a service that works tirelessly to protect your personal information. They reach out to data brokers on your behalf, request the removal of your personal data, and handle any objections. This means you can enjoy peace of mind, knowing your personal information is being kept private and secure.As a listener of our show, we have a special offer for you.Use the code UNMISTAKABLE at the link here to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/unmistakableJoin us for our Life of Purpose series this month as we revisit some of our most impactful episodes. Dive deep into expert insights and practical strategies on health, performance, and community, helping you achieve personal and professional fulfillment. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*Patreon- and Substack-only bonus episode teaser*Today we are joined by author Luvvie Ajayi Jones to discuss the all-important topic of book cover design and book marketing. Luvvie regularly works with aspiring new authors through her Book Academy, guiding them all the way through the publishing process. We also play a game where we predict whether or not a book will sell based on the title and cover (see the covers here).*This episode is exclusive to members of The Stacks Pack on Patreon and our Substack subscribers. To join a community, get inside access to the show, and listen now, click the link below.JOIN PATREON OR SUBSTACK TO LISTENYou can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' website:https://www.thestackspodcast.com/unabridged/2024/08/23/tsu-37-luvvie-ajayi-jonesConnect with Luvvie: Instagram | Twitter | WebsiteConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | SubscribeSUPPORT THE STACKSJoin The Stacks Pack on PatreonPurchasing books through Bookshop.org or Amazon earns The Stacks a small commission.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the spirit of keeping the fire alive, Luvvie is re-airing some of her most listened-to interviews with some dope entrepreneurs to keep the inspiration flowing. In this episode, Luvvie is talking to lawyer, coach, and newly minted author Rachel Rodgers. Rachel is telling some powerful and formative stories she's never shared before. She talks all about her career as a lawyer and how she shifted into the coaching and entrepreneurial space, and why she's so passionate about making sure women – especially Black women – have the knowledge and tools they need to build multi-generational wealth. Rachel is someone who works hard, knows her boundaries, and is such a professional troublemaker.Luvvie and Rachel discuss how Rachel was able to go from a negative net worth to riding horses that she owns on her ranch. And through her book and her business, she walks women through how that life and outcome is possible for them as well.More about Rachel: Rachel is the founder of Hello Seven, a multi-million-dollar company that teaches women how to earn more money and build wealth, and she's the author of We Should All Be Millionaires: A Woman's Guide to Earning More, Building Wealth, and Gaining Economic Power.

In this season finale, Luvvie reflects on the power of stillness and slowing down. After what seems to be her toughest year in business, Luvvie reveals how stepping back, finding peace, and moving with intention have transformed her life and business. She shares the profound realizations that came from pausing, prioritizing healing, and embracing stillness. This episode is a MUST-listen for anyone needing to reclaim clarity and rebuild, whether it be your own person or your business. 

Earlier this season, Luvvie promised to answer your questions on life and business, and here they are! Luvvie shares her wisdom on building self-confidence, adjusting pricing structures, balancing entrepreneurship with personal relationships, and how mentorship has shaped her journey. Tune in for practical tips and actionable advice!

The tables are turned as Luvvie hands over the interviewing mic to her producer, Tish. Luvvie opens up about her calling, her ongoing life audit, letting go of assignments and embracing new ones, and the transformative role that faith has played in her personal and professional life. 

Luvvie sits down with Fisayo Longe, the visionary founder of Kai Collective, for an episode that's about leaning into your boldness and resilience, to make your dreams happen. Fisayo shares her story of navigating crises, from losing a significant six-figure shipment to dealing with burnout, and how she managed to turn every setback into a comeback. They discuss the importance of resilience, discovering and embracing one's identity beyond business, and how staying authentic has been key to Fisayo's success.

This bonus episode delves further into Fawn's lessons on the power of obedience, purpose and clarity, and finding divine alignment. Whether you're seeking guidance in your business or personal life, this episode is what Luvvie dubs a 'masterclass' for anyone seeking to live a purpose-driven, God-led life. This was more than just a conversation, it was a spiritual and motivational experience that Luvvie felt was just too good not to share.If you haven't listened to Fawn's full interview, go back to Episode 9 - Forge Your Divine Path.

 Luvvie speaks to Fawn Weaver, the serial entrepreneur behind Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, as she discusses her journey from being a high school dropout to achieving billionaire status in the business world. Fawn shares her unique perspective on faith, obedience, and the importance of living for peace over ease while navigating life's challenges. She talks about her early struggles, including living in the projects and facing colorism, her journey through homeless shelters, and starting her own business at 18. Fawn also opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her path and the realization of a greater purpose during dark periods in her life. This episode provides profound insights into walking through open doors, the significance of putting oneself 'under construction,' and how faith has been the cornerstone of her success. It's a compelling look at overcoming adversity, embracing one's unique gifts, and the power of living a purpose-driven, God-led life.

Luvvie explores the inspiring journey of Morgan DeBaun, the visionary founder and CEO of Blavity Inc., as she discusses building a media empire for Black millennials. Morgan shares her path from Silicon Valley to establishing a diverse and mission-driven company, highlighting the challenges of fundraising, overcoming skepticism, and the importance of resilience and innovation. Offering valuable insights on leadership, team building, and navigating entrepreneurship, Morgan's story is a powerful testament to ambition, community, and staying true to one's vision.

This week on The Journey, Morgan DeBaun sits down with the unapologetically authentic Luvvie Ajayi Jones. From launching her blog in 2003 to becoming a best-selling career author, Luvvie shares her incredible journey and the lessons learned along the way. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.Com/DIVINE Visit BetterHelp.com/DEBAUN today to get 10% off your first month. Subscribe to The Bossbabe Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite platform to level up your business. Luvvie opens up about the power of authenticity, advocating for a less filtered and overly planned approach to content creation. She discusses the complexities of speaking up, providing insights into her decision-making process on when and how to voice her truth.Morgan and Luvvie delve into social media engagement, exploring why posts about relationships and babies often garner more attention and what that means for content creators. They also discuss their intentional decisions to live outside of the hubs of New York and LA, finding balance away from the non-stop event circuit and public expectations of prominent figures.Luvvie highlights her transformation into a career author, celebrating the success of her first four books and hinting at more to come. She emphasizes the importance of diversifying voices in published thought leadership, and discusses how her program, Book Academy, is empowering more people - especially those outside the traditional white male demographic - to share their perspectives through books.Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Luvvie Ajayi Jones, and let Morgan know your takeaways from the episode by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. To catch Morgan's guest appearance on Luvvie's podcast, make sure you're subscribed to Professional Troublemaker with Luvvie Ajayi Jones! More from Luvvie: https://luvvie.org/ https://www.instagram.com/luvvie/ Join the Newsletter for More Exclusive Content: https://worksmartprogram.ac-page.com/thejourneypodcast Make sure you are following Morgan's journey on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morgandebaun?_ Visit Mormatcha.com to make a purchase. Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thejourneybymdb Produced by AosseyCreative.

The cast look back at the fever dream that was Dream Big and consider the consequences they've inflicted on the next set of players.Coming next – Labyrinth Untold, an odyssey in 5 actsProgramme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Of Dice and Them, where Jack, Ralph, Lou, Tove and Bambi laugh in each other's faces and try to get through a session where no one beefs it. Contains frustrated swearing, light-hearted DM bullying, and far too much owl-based combat.Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

Luvvie sits down with a colleague and a dear friend, Tiffany 'The Budgetnista' Aliche, for a candid conversation as she shares her journey from childhood financial education to becoming a leading figure in financial literacy. Tiffany discusses her early career struggles, the development of her business model, and the challenges of entrepreneurship, including dealing with grief from a major personal loss, learning to accept help, and restructuring her company post-loss. The conversation highlights her innovative strategies for financial success, the importance of personal boundaries, and the evolution of her leadership style, emphasizing the importance of relinquishing control and trusting her team, vulnerability, transparency, and community impact.

Act Four of Four: Who should inherit the power of giants? The giant of ambition or the giant of heart?Coming next on 25 June – Dream diary (Vigil Backstage)Programme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Of Dice and Them, where Jack, Ralph, Lou, Tove and Bambi laugh in each other's faces and try to get through a session where no one beefs it. Contains frustrated swearing, light-hearted DM bullying, and far too much owl-based combat.Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanSFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: Ritual by Kevin MacLeod; and may include others made available to use without attribution.EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

In this episode, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist, speaker, author, media personality, and host of the award-winning podcast 'Therapy for Black Girls,' joins the conversation to share practical strategies on maintaining mental health while navigating the pressures of managing a business. The discussion sheds light on the underlying reasons for why we keep busy, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need to learn the skill of asking for help. Luvvie and Dr. Joy delve into triggers and trauma, self-compassion, and giving oneself (and others) grace in running a purpose-driven life.

Persephone Byron is gone from this time, but her words to her friends remain.Coming next on 18 June – Vigil: Dream Big, Act 4Programme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Realms of Peril & Glory. Journey through hilarious galaxies, adventure-filled worlds and mysterious continents! Experience thrilling tales weaved at the table using a variety of roleplaying game systems, by a rotating panel of Game Masters and Players!Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

In this episode, Luvvie sets the scene for her journey to rebuilding. She dives deep into The Fallout post-Crumbling, and reveals the full truth about the aftermath of the chaos. She reveals the gaps she's had to fill, the holes she's had to fix, and the implications of all the mess to her personal and entrepreneurial life, including the erosion of her trust, the dark days she's had to sit through, and what kept her going. In navigating through her toughest business year, she emphasizes the importance of finding one's courage, the role of faith, and the love and support from one's village.

Act Three of Four: Mick has a new rival for the giant's favour, and she's got something shocking planned.Coming next on 11 June – Dear Mick & co (Vigil Backstage)Programme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Realms of Peril & Glory. Journey through hilarious galaxies, adventure-filled worlds and mysterious continents! Experience thrilling tales weaved at the table using a variety of roleplaying game systems, by a rotating panel of Game Masters and Players!Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanSFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: Ritual by Kevin MacLeod; and may include others made available to use without attribution.EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

In this mini episode, Luvvie looks back and expresses gratitude for the heartwarming feedback she's received for this season of Professional Troublemaker. Listeners are also invited to visit askluvvie.com and to drop their business-related questions, so that Luvvie may answer them in a future episode. Stay tuned for a sneak peek of the next episode, where Luvvie hints at the amazing insights that will be dropped by a renowned guest. 

Meet Mick: bricklayer, neighbour, Mundane … and now Chosen. Mick started life as an everybloke; can he stay down-to-earth as the champion of giant-kind?Coming next on 4 June – Vigil: Dream Big, Act 3Programme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Snyder's Return, a UK based tabletop roleplaying game podcast featuring actual play, content creator interviews and game master/player guides.Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

In this episode, Luvvie is joined by Sally Thornton, HR Consultant and the Founder of Forshay, to give her insider perspective as 'team gardener' on the dysfunction, blind spots, and the necessary overhaul of Awe Luv Media. Luvvie and Sally explore the complexities of leadership, the importance of truth-telling in business, and managing team dynamics through turbulent transitions. They share insights on the significance of financial management, the challenges of scaling, maintaining productivity amidst internal conflicts, and the journey of rebuilding a more intentional and focused company. Sally emphasizes the importance of aligning work with energy and passion, and shares practical tips on team building for solopreneurs and small business owners.

Act Two of Four: The owner of the severed arm is in town hoping to witness something earth-shattering.Coming next on 28 May – Mick, the Mundane Chosen (Vigil Backstage)Programme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Nominations are open for the CRIT Awards 2024!In case you'd like to nominate us but you're not sure what we've done that's eligible, here's a post that lists it all, along with any links you'll need for your nominations.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to Snyder's Return, a UK based tabletop roleplaying game podcast featuring actual play, content creator interviews and game master/player guides.Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanSFX AND INCIDENTAL MUSIC INCLUDES: Ritual by Kevin MacLeod; and may include others made available to use without attribution.EDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

In this episode, Luvvie dives deep into 'The Crumbling' - the most tumultuous period of Awe Luv Media - as it faces operational chaos, underperformance, and financial distress in the first half of 2023. Luvvie recounts experiences of unexpected challenges, including unmet deadlines, poor productivity, and critical financial losses that brought the company to the brink of bankruptcy. Despite overemphasizing core values, setting clear priorities, and empowering the team, mistakes continued left and right, leading to the firing of all but one of seven internal team members.In the midst of these challenges, Luvvie also celebrates the successful launch of her fourth book, 'Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess,' which, in spite of all the seemingly insurmountable hurdles, becomes a New York Times bestseller, providing a glimmer of hope and validation amidst the crisis. The episode reflects on leadership, the importance of trust within a team, and the personal and professional toll of navigating business failures, setting the stage for the next episode: recovery and rebuilding.Podcast Producer: Letisha Bereola (Paradigm Media Group)

Brier's new crew gatecrashes the usual chat about how the main characters know each other.Coming next on 21 May – Vigil: Dream Big, Act 2Programme notesThis production includes a natural disaster, fantasy violence, blood, and dismemberment (the dismemberment is not bloody).Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to The Thorne Files, a fellow Monster of the Week actual play podcast detailing the exploits and mysteries explored by agents of Thorne Investigations, a paranormal investigations agency, in 1952.Dramatis personae and other definitionsMick Mason: Sherrydown's favourite builder and bricklayer. His life has been getting weirder since he dug too deep and hit a leyline.Melody Bantham: The owner of Melodies, the cosy cafe and vinyl shop on Market Street. Melody is an ageless patchwork person animated by music, who fled her creator ages ago and has owned a music shop on this spot ever since.Brier: A mischievous shapeshifting púca, the fae guardian of Sherrydown's Rosebrier Forest.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Dave as Mick Mason, the MundaneHelen Stratton as Melody Bantham, the ConstructedStrat as Brier, the MonstrousROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

In this episode, Luvvie begins pulling back the curtain on the rollercoaster ride of transitioning from being a 'solopreneur' to becoming a business empire. Driven by her ambition to diversify her revenue streams, she went from having one executive assistant to 11 full-time salaried employees (with benefits!). Luvvie recalls still feeling burnt out despite her efforts to lighten her load, and with her confidence taking a dip, she starts asking, "What's wrong?" She walks us through her business transformation journey, from the highs of scaling up to a multimillion-dollar company, to the lows of shrinking down her 'dream' team.Podcast Producer: Letisha Bereola (Paradigm Media Group) Connect with Luvvie Ajayi JonesInstagram & Threads (@Luvvie)LinkedInOfficial Website (Luvvie.org)EngageShare your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker.For episode transcripts, check out Luvvie.org/podcastIf you're an aspiring writer, explore The Book Academy, Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors!

In this episode, Luvvie shares her personal journey—from being a 'failed' doctor to accidental entrepreneur—and reflects on the highs and lows of starting and running her business. She discusses the importance of community, the struggles of building a sustainable business, and how her outlook on entrepreneurship evolved over time. This season promises deep dives into the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, featuring interviews with respected business owners and exploring topics like mental health in business leadership, building resilient teams, and operating with an abundance mindset despite financial uncertainties.-----

In Season 5, Luvvie delves into the raw reality of entrepreneurship, sharing her struggles and lessons learned from running a multimillion dollar business. Joined by fellow industry leaders, she offers a candid exploration of the unseen side of business, after 2023 was her toughest year running her company. Tune in on your favorite platform to catch every upcoming episode!Podcast Producer: Letisha Bereola (Paradigm Media Group) Connect with Luvvie Ajayi JonesInstagram & Threads (@Luvvie)LinkedInOfficial Website (Luvvie.org)EngageShare your thoughts about the episode using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker.For episode transcripts, check out Luvvie.org/podcastIf you're an aspiring writer, explore The Book Academy, Luvvie's masterclass for aspiring authors!

Have you ever struggled to make a big decision? Always wondering if this "is God" or a distraction? Are you supposed to go this way or that way? What does God want me to do!? Well, this episode is for you.  Listen to how Letisha is giving up uncertainty and walking boldly into decisions with faith that God ain't done with her yet.  Subscribe to GLOWY audio devotionals here. Check out Luvvie's newest podcast season of Professional Troublemaker. 

And relax. The cast calm down and look back on Vigil: Fear Itself. Whose fears came to pass, and what's left to be afraid of for next time?Coming next on 27 February – Vigil: Fear Itself, Act 5Programme notesThis production contains fantasy violence, gun violence, strong language, family tragedy and malicious fearmongering.If you enjoyed this production, throw us a rose emoji! We're @merelyroleplayers on Instagram and Tumblr.Luvvie alert! We simply must introduce you to What Am I Rolling?, a twice-monthly RPG one-shot podcast, hosted by gamemaster, Fiona. Every month, Fiona takes a brand new group of players and runs them through a one-shot adventure, testing out a different RPG game style or system.Dramatis personae and other definitionsCameron Jarvis: An intense young man, obsessed with monster hunting since his parents and sister were killed by ghouls while camping outside Sherrydown.Jess Butterworth: A twenty-something shift worker, Sherrydown born and bred. While working the tarot tent at Amazement Park, she was approached by Kit, a being claiming to be her spirit guide.Graham: The demon equivalent of an accountant, summoned to Earth in error and now trying to make the best of it. He is destined to bring about the Apocalypse.Department of Omissions (DO, DoOm): The UK government department tasked with preventing harm to citizens from supernatural phenomena. Severely defunded under Tory austerity policies and currently prioritising major urban population centres.Sherrydown, Brackshire: A historic English market town. One of the first towns to lose its DoOm office.Omission effect: The rejection of certain beings and phenomena by long-term memory. Can be suppressed by concentration, mnemonic techniques, hypnosis, trauma, or the light of the full moon.CreditsCOMPERE: Matt BoothmanSTARRING:Chris Starkey as Cameron Jarvis, the WrongedEllen Gould as Jess Butterworth, the SpookyAlexander Pankhurst as Graham, the SummonedROLEPLAYING GAME SYSTEM: Monster of the Week, designed by Michael SandsMUSIC BY: Alexander PankhurstSOUND DESIGN BY: Matt BoothmanEDITED AND PRODUCED BY: Matt BoothmanFind usOn Instagram @MerelyRoleplayersOn Tumblr @merelyroleplayerswww.MerelyRoleplayers.com

What happens when you remove fear and *finally* say “Yes” to what your life is calling you to do? Four time New York Times Best Selling Author, speaker, and coach, Luvvie Ajayi Jones was a highly sought-after marketer who blogged as an outlet after she graduated college. As she continued to share her musings and stories online, the world found value in what she had to say. Years later, her writing skills have created a life she never even dreamed of living. Now, she's empowering all of us to tell our individual stories and own our collective power.In episode 5, she and Gia sit down to discuss all that can happen when you own your story, say “Yes” to your dreams, and how she is re-prioritizing peace and rest to make way for more intentional productivity.Follow Luvvie at @luvvie on all socials and find out more about her work at https://luvvie.org/.Sign up for Luvvie's Book Academy waitlist on thebookcademy.com. For more on Gia Peppers and #HealedGirlEraPodcast, follow on all socials, @ HealedGirlEraPodcast and @GiaPeppers. 

Luvvie Ajayi Jones joins Dr. Becky to talk about how the things we needed to hear as kids are still the things we need to tell ourselves today. Luvvie's children's book, Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, teaches kids about unconditional love and that it's okay to make mistakes. Join Good Inside Membership: https://bit.ly/3NXw5rWFollow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinsideSign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletterOrder Dr. Becky's book, Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be, at goodinside.com/book or wherever you order your books.For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcastToday's episode is brought to you by Hanna Andersson: Two things are true: Summer is amazing and summer is stressful. One way to manage summer stress is to pair fun and adventure with predictability. This might be as simple as laying out your kids' favorite swimsuits the night before a big beach day…but it's also knowing those suits will hold up for your kids all summer long. That's why Hanna Andersson's swimwear is a go-to in Dr. Becky's family. Their fabric is fast-drying (less complaints of “Ugh I'm still wet!”), holds its shape without stretching (no more sagging suits), and blocks 97% of harmful UVA/UVB rays (less guilt about being in the sun!). And this year, they have the cutest selection of prints—meaning they'll become quick favorites for your kids, too. Get 25% off your order with code GOODINSIDE at hannaandersson.com.

Today, Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess is out in the world. In this episode, Luvvie discusses the idea of returning to one's true self, specifically the pure and hopeful version of oneself from childhood. She shares how this children's book helped her reconnect with her younger self, and how writing the book has helped her inner child heal and learn to give herself grace and self-compassion.—---------What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for NOW! Perfect for ages 4-8.

uvvie is joined by Joey Spiotto, her collaborator for LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS. With artworks now being commissioned by some of Hollywood's best, how did this former Little Troublemaker once get into trouble for his illustrations? And how did he get Little Luvvie's fade just right? Find out together with your little ones.--------------------------------What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it's okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them.