Wise and Wine Podcast
By Jenn With 2 Ns
Wise and Wine PodcastJul 12, 2022
“Buckle In, This is a Funny Story” with Elky Ramirez
Elky “No, It’s Not Short for Anything” Ramirez grew up alternating between the United States and Costa Rica, which left her feeling both grateful and angry. Grateful that she acquired native English language skills, which opened up a wide range of career opportunities for her. Angry about the salary discrepancies between the two countries.
At 10 years old, this smart, curious kid had to balance translating complex immigration documents for her parents with illegally downloading software in order to teach herself digital art. She studied graphic design in college while working a design job at Amazon. Feeling like she received a better education from her colleagues and own self-taught gumption, she stayed at Amazon but not school. The work-gym-sleep-repeat cycle lead her to take a leave of absence from her job to take a course on teaching english as a foreign language at the beach. Swapping work-gym-sleep for beach-tan-class made her return to the office a challenging one. It also marked the beginning of her non-linear path to becoming a freelance graphic designer and digital nomad.
Seeking a community as a solo female traveler lead Elky to a WhatsApp group for Black women where she felt seen and understood. However, she understood the need for Black women to be in spaces created just for them, so with support from the administrator of the group, Elky launched her own group for a melanated people living in Colombia. Coordinating accessible, fun, engaging, unique, inclusive events helped her grow the group to over 700 members. It also sparked Elky Ramirez Experiences, her new growing career that is fulling a space in the growing ex-pat community in her new home country of Colombia.
Tune in to listen to her path of resilience, positivity, and hustle.
Oh, and she reveals how Amazon really makes its money (hint: it’s not from selling products!)
@elkyramirez
WEBSITE
https://www.elkyramirez.com
#careerpodcast #blackpodcast #elkyramirezexperiences #solotravel #digitalnomad #graphicdesigner #contentcreator #remotework #colombia #residualincome
“If I Want Something, I Will Go and Get It” with Bethshiva Lester
Bethshiva Lester has always been a little different. A little curious. A little adventurous. Having a successful career as a network engineer was fine, but she was drawn to Jamaica where some of her family’s roots could be traced. The Afro-Costa Rican traveler returned from that visit changed. She resigned from her engineering career to launch a travel agency. A successful one. One that required a move to a newer location where she was approached by a family wanting to participate in a water activity. Ever the resource, Bethshiva crafted an activity for the family that they loved and she loved developing.
Calypso Adventures Costa Rica was born.
Calpyso Adventures Costa Rica provides sustainable ecotourism that showcases the country's diverse landscapes with specific attention to the impact on the local community. Modeling larger organizations by securing the proper certifications for white water rafting, wildlife safaris and kayaking tours; Bethshiva set herself apart by through personalization of service that her customers (like me!) find unmatched in large group tours. Her business continues to thrive because she knows she doesn’t gate-keep the keys to her success and creates opportunities for small business growth locally.
Oh, and she is the first Black certified female white water rafting guide in La Fortuna, Costa Rica.
CALYPSO ADVENTURES
https://calypsoadventurescr.com
#calypsoadventurescr #blackownedsmallbusiness #lafortuna #costarica #puravida #4youradventurespirit #careerpodcast #blackwomenpodcast
“You Can Do Anything with Patience and Persistence” with Amos Morris
Amos Morris’ parents earned master’s degrees at a time when that accomplishment was considered exceptional, so he is keenly aware of the powerful influence of “firsts”. In a career spanning more than 30 years across 7 zoos in the United States; Amos became the first Black Zoo Director at an Association of Zoos & Aquarium (AZA)-accredited zoo, the first African-American to be elected to the AZA Board of Directors, and is currently the first Black Zoo Director at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Out of the 240 zoos and aquariums across the country, there are only 3 other Black professionals in a director position. He doesn’t take for granted that a person of color could have their career interests in zoos sparked by seeing a face that looks like theirs.
As a kid who grew up watching TV shows like Wild Kingdom and having pets that ranged from turtles to rabbits, Amos knew he’d have a career working with animals. He pivoted from pursuing a Marine Science degree at Hampton University when the classes conflicted with the football training schedule to graduating with a degree in Animal Science from the University of Missouri. Amos’ career has taken him on ecotourism, conservation, and animal care projects to places like Namibia, Tanzania, Peru, and Greece. An outdoorsy gentleman with a stout presence, sweet smile, and measured tone; Amos sets out every day to be extraordinary for the animals, his staff, and the millions of guests who enter the zoo gates.
Oh, and he has never had a single drop of alcohol in his entire life.
#careerpodcast #blackpodcast #zoo #zoological #nonprofitleadership
AMOS MORRIS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amos-morris-14ab6262
MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOO
ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS & AQUARIUMS
https://www.aza.org
ASSOCIATION OF MINORITY ZOO & AQUARIUM PROFESSIONALS
CANOPY STRATEGIC PARTNERS
https://canopysp.com
CONTACT US:
wiseandwine@gmail.com
"I Tried So Hard and Got So Far" with Siblings Take On...MAFS Season 17, Episode 12
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the Gen X, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, DucktTale Generation, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we discuss:
- Brennan’s so bad, he changed our minds about Emily
- Pepper is not here for your lies
- Claire’s massive delulu
- Becca melts Austin’s mom’s icy heart
- Chloe is not the second choice
Oh, we talk about the untimely passing of Jarred’s pet fish, Gefilte.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate #larryslegacy
LARRY’S LEGACY
https://www.gofundme.com/f/giving-tuesday-scholarship-fundraiser
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Ahmed Zayan on Unsplash
“When You Have Something in Common, it Strengthens the Bond” with Johanna & Jonathan Mounzer
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the Gen X, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, DucktTale Generation, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we meet siblings, Johanna & Jonathan Mounzer:
- Jonathan as an informatics, programmer, boxer,
- Johanna as a visual communications student, singer, documentarian, artist
- Growing up with international-sounding names
- Getting punched in the face
- Starting a non-profit
- Social media for fun, not profit
- Famous people who follow their Tik Toks
- Family above everything
Oh, and they speak 3 languages.
#careerpodcast #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #podcasts #siblings #boxing #music #acoustic #sweden #family #sister #motivation #tiktok #larryslegacy
JONATHAN MOUNZER
https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathanmounzer
https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_mounzer
www.youtube.com/@jonathanmounzer
JOHANNA MOUNZER
https://www.tiktok.com/@johannamounzer
https://www.instagram.com/johannamounzermusic
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6j5f9iSsklRsO58ZnxMYFV?si=_o-tKTtQTCKeTsqWZrOoxw
LARRY’S LEGACY
https://www.gofundme.com/f/giving-tuesday-scholarship-fundraiser
CONTACT US:
"New Year, Same Disaster" with Siblings Take on... MAFS Season 17 , Episode 11
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the Gen X, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, DucktTale Generation, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we discuss:
- Team F**k Orion
- Women looking with heart, Men looking with d**ks
- Should Emily buy a horse costume?
- Becca’s religious hangup as protection
- Team It’s Clare’s Fault
Oh, we talk about our wildly different our freshman college experiences
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate #larryslegacy
LARRY’S LEGACY
https://www.gofundme.com/f/giving-tuesday-scholarship-fundraiser
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“You Want to Look Back and Know You Did It” with Jessica Moriah Dean
Jessica Moriah Dean is the founder of Educomms Consulting. This Emmy award winning (2023), internationally recognized education and communications professional started her education at NYU's Tisch School of TV and Film before transferring to Barnard College of Columbia University. Jessica earned an MA from the University of Oxford in Philosophy.
Launching her career as an actress, she appeared in commercials (IBM, HSBC Bank, the Lifetime channel, etc.), TV shows (Sex and the City), and films (House of D). She starred for five years as the anchor for the offshoot of Eyewitness News, Teen Kids New.
Jessica developed her educational expertise working with educational organizations such as the French Ministry of Education, the University of Oxford, the University of Pennsylvania. She has contributed to research in the fields of both psychology and philosophy. As a nonfiction filmmaker, she has worked with organizations such as the University of Pennsylvania, the Islamic Cultural Center of New York, the Shinnecock Museum, and more. She has also worked in public service and political organizing in the Biden for President 2020 campaign.
Oh, and she reads Ancient Greek and Latin for funsies.
EDUCOMMS CONSULTING
https://www.educommsconsulting.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-moriah-dean
https://www.instagram.com/jessedeaneducomms
ALLIANCE for MIDDLE EAST PEACE
#careerpodcast #blackpodcast #entrepreneur #education #consultant
“We Have the Type of Conversations We Would Have Even if the Mics Weren’t On” with Noor & Raheel from The Reality Is Podcast
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the GenX, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we chat with siblings, Noor & Raheel, about:
- Addressing issues through a South Asian Muslim immigrant lens
- Career paths and exactly what a project manager does
- Birth order and the third sibling
- The culture of football fandom and why the NY Jets are a dumpster fire
- Halloween Candy Rankings, revisited
- Why Kumail Nanjiani sucks
- Jenn terribly describes current events
Oh, we all try to keep Jarred from getting cancelled.
THE REALITY IS PODCAST
https://www.instagram.com/therealityispod
#careerpodcast #blackpodcast #desipodcast #siblingpodcast #podcasts #bravo #footballtalk #nfl
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SIBLINGS TAKE ON… PODCAST
Oh, Well, It Sucks to Suck: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 7
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the Gen X, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we discuss:
- Why Black people love alternative rock
- Going to the hospital with your spouse
- Does the circle of trust extend to snarky comments?
- What’s the balance of serious-to-fun conversations on honeymoon?
- Changing from an unserious to a serious partner
- Avoiding the difficult conversation made Orion the bad guy
Oh, we break down how allegiance to a football team is not transitory.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate #larryslegacy
LARRY’S LEGACY
https://www.gofundme.com/f/giving-tuesday-scholarship-fundraiser
CONTACT US:
I Have No Idea What I’m Looking At: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 6
I Have No Idea What I’m Looking At: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 6
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the Gen X, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we discuss:
- Thanksgiving Dinners at restaurants are must
- Black Friday Drama
- What Millennials need to make to feel happy
- Austin’s inability to dive in compromise
- Emily’s best “Cindy Lou Woo” impression
- Lauren and Orion having too hard a conversation
Oh, we discuss what a show where past contestants match with each other would look like.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate
GIVE TO LARRY'S LEGACY
https://gofund.me/81b00a4a
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“I Didn’t Realize How Competitive I Am” with Dr. Desi Williams
Dr. Desi Williams, PT, DPT is the Administrator and co-owner of A Plus Care, a mobile physical therapy and occupational therapy business servicing the Los Angeles Area. Desi is also a television host, actress, and. reality television personality with a Doctorate degree in physical therapy and a past life as a college professor. Desi is the winner of CBS’s THE CHALLENGE: USA Season 2. She was also a finalist on THE CHALLENGE: USA Season 1 and a castaway on Season 35 of Survivor on CBS.
Desi passionately believes that good things come to those who seize the day—and every opportunity. And her experiences have proven that opportunity combined with preparation create luck. Not blind luck, but instead purposeful luck created by growing, learning and connecting with people. From that philosophy alone, Desi has been met with great success.
In alignment with her passion for health and fitness, Desi was the spokesperson for Newport News' Annual One City Marathon, the race director for Hampton University's Annual 5k by the Bay, and in late 2014 co-authored and published a book entitled, Love Affair with my Hair: Why Black Women Cheat on Health. Additionally, Desi served as keynote speaker for several organizations throughout Virginia including Riverside Health System's Leadership Conference, Virginia State Conference of the NAACP, and state convention for the Virginia Association of Health for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
You might say that Desi has not planned for the life she lives, but instead has always worked tirelessly to ensure she is prepared to take on whatever comes her way. Knowing that opportunities and risk-taking often go together, Desi moved to Los Angeles in late 2017 to expand her career as an on-camera talent.
Prior to her move to Los Angeles, she worked full-time as a faculty member at Hampton University in eastern Virginia and a Physical Therapist for Riverside Health System. Additionally, Desi served as Miss Virginia USA 2016 and finished as a Top Ten Finalist in the 2016 Miss USA Competition. Prior to winning Miss Virginia USA in 2015, she held several other titles, including Miss Virginia 2013 (competing in the 2014 Miss America Pageant), National Sweetheart 2012, and Miss Hampton University 2011.
DESI WILLIAMS
https://www.desiwilliamspt.com
A+ CARE
https://www.apluscarela.com
https://www.instagram.com/desijwilliams
#careerpodcast #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #hbcu #hamptonuniversity #hu #blackpodcast #thechallengecbs #survivor #health #entrepreneur
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Can I Punch You for My Ancestors?: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 5
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the GenX, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we discuss:
- The Oedipus/Electra Complex in marriage
- Things people feel like they “have” to do on their honeymoon
- Why Cameron ain’t getting that spark
- Brennan being offensively from Long Island
- Cultural exchanges within interracial couples
- Misuse of Native American culture in professional sports
- The obsession with touching Black people’s hair
Oh, Jarred discovers Rudy from “The Cosby Show” is the Afterparty show host.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate
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There are Things I’m Not Going to Enjoy Feeling: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 4
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the GenX, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we discuss:
- Why Gen X walked so Millennials could run
- Rules for couples and safety
- Will Austin be able to deal with Becca’s health?
- Is Emily this season’s Dominique?
- The impact of the “reservation” comment
Oh, we debate the role of chivalry and the independent woman.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate
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“I Totally Forgot that I Wanted to be a Scientist” with Alan Varela
Alan grew up in The Cornhusker State, which must’ve been quite a cultural shift for his parents who immigrated from Mexico. Like most people who pack up and leave their home country, Alan’s parents wanted a better life for their family. They worked hard on a hog farm while their kids enjoyed the calm of living in wide open spaces and possibilites in Nebraska. Watching “Animal Planet” influenced his childhood dream of becoming a scientist, but science took a back seat as Alan became more consumed by the pursuit of athletic excellence than elephants.
Alan earned a teaching grant and became the teacher his parents not-so-secretly wanted him to become. But the pandemic and its impact on this students, the curricula and his mental health left Alan with a strong desire to make a shift. He purchased a “Scuba Diving for Dummies” book, practiced holding his breath underwater, and booked a flight to Costa Rica for a 3-month scuba diving internship. Rich Coast Diving offered the most value for their PADI Zero to Hero program where Alan went from became became a scuba Dive Master.
Oh, and he had never swam in the ocean before he arrived in Costa Rica.
#divingfamily #richcoastdiving #divemaster #divemastertraining #scubadiving #PADIzerotohero #costarica #PADIpro
The One Where We Debate Everything: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 3
The One Where We Debate Everything: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 , Episode 3
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the GenX, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
On this episode we debate:
- How open is open enough at the wedding
- Orion dropped the ball with Lauren’s dad
- Men putting more effort into their looks
- Men and women living platonically for 10 years
- Appropriate first date dinner location
Oh, but we agree that Emily was wasted at her wedding!
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsdenver #marriedatfirstsightdenver #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast #siblingsdebate
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
“I’m Not an Influencer but if You’re Going to Watch Me, I’m Going to Influence You” with Lindsey Georgoulis
Here We Go Again on Our Own: Siblings Take on MAFS Season 17 Episode 1
“Siblings Take On…” where siblings tackle sports, race, current events, pop culture and whatever else pops into their little heads to see how their gender, martial status, and the generation each were raised in generation impact their perspectives. Join hosts Jennifer (the GenX, digital nomad traveling with world with her second husband)and Jarred (the married, Millennial, first-time dad, little brother living his best life on East Coast of the United States) as they agree, agree to disagree, and giggle like only siblings who adore each other can do.
In this episode we take on:
- MAFS contestant archetypes are alive and well
- Lauren and Orion melt Jenn’s cold, dark heart
- Why Jarred can’t tell 2 women apart…again
- Jarred’s dream MAFS wife (who we recorded an episode with) is revealed!
#blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #marriedatfirstsightdenver #mafs #mafspodcast
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"The First Step is to Make Peace with Yourself" with Alejandra Ospina
Alejandra Ospina grew up in a poor neighborhood marked by gangs and violence. At a young age, she heard someone speak English and that sparked her curiosity about languages and people that spoken them. She leaned on her Colombian culture of perseverance to teach herself English from her sister’s Cher CD. A degree in Sociology and an insatiable curiosity about the world led her to pursue careers that integrated travel with helping people. Now Alejandra is working on the educational and marketing side of medicinal plant industry. She joins us from Switzerland to share what is next for both this work and her future.
Alejandra also shares her experiences with racism as a biracial Afro-Colombian as well how the curly hair she was once teased about has become her calling card.
Oh, and she met Coolio.
@travelingw33dme
@travelingw33dme
Pivot to Purpose with Laura Nickels
Laura felt like the dumb one (which she is not) in her very intelligent family. An intelligent family with boundless support for both her and her brother. When she plunged into Fundamentalist Christianity? Support. When she changed her degree plan in college? Support? When she left her hotel-based event planner/PR position to become a school counselor? Support. When she took a leave of absence from that job to come out as gay, end her 15-year marriage, and start her own life coaching business? Support, support, support.
The self-described “people pleaser” and “good little white girl” fell in love with coaching when she hired a coach for herself. She was feeling overwhelmed with her career and feeling stuck. Through sessions with her coach, she re-framed her circumstances and focused on her desires so she could move toward a career change. Nickels Coaching was Laura’s opportunity to normalize the changes we all face when we reach the point in life when we want to dismantle where we’ve been to get us on the path to where we want to be. The point where we pivot to purpose.
Oh, and she was fired by her therapist.
NICKELS COACHING
https://www.nickelscoaching.com
@notesfromyourcoach
TIK TOK
@notesfromyourcoach
"Kindness is a Catalyst for Positive Change in the Workplace" with Michael G. Neece
Michael G. Neece has been a leader in five industries, always with focus on kindness in the workplace. At Gilead Sciences, he directs the Gilead Programming Academy, teaching new waves of pharma programmers how to illuminate scientific discoveries embedded in clinical trials data. In his spare time, he writes. Look for his new book “In Kind: Creating Authentic Work Culture with Kindness as Your Guide” on January 15, 2024 wherever you buy your favorite new books.
MICHAEL G. NEECE
I Was There 7 Years, 3 Months and 22 Days with Taria S. Faison
As a lover of facts, natural communicator, and purveyor of pop culture; Taria S. Faison has been on a career path that is as windy at Porsha's explanation of her engagement to Simon. With her husband by her side, Taria has been able to adjust her career in order to support her children's growing careers in the entertainment industry. The pandemic gave her the vision to launch a podcast that explored the complexities of being a Black woman who loves shows on Bravo even when those shows have blind spots about the communities who support them. It was then she realized she wasn't alone in that space and has expanded her conversations to these influencers and even the Bravolebrities themselves. Taria explores the importance of being in spaces that fulfill her.
WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON PODCAST
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-else-is-going-on-with-taria-s-faison/id1523174914
PATREON
https://www.patreon.com/wakeupwithweigo
https://twitter.com/tsfaison?lang=en
https://www.instagram.com/weigopodcast/?hl=en
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Comedy Central's First Black Woman to Host a Pilot - Franchesca Ramsey
https://www.franchesca.net/
Confidence Can Be Built with Alyssa McDonald II
www.instagram.com/alyssamcdonaldii/
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Leslie Irby
travelnoire.com/leslie-irby-first-black-woman-with-disability-pilots-license
Quitting is Positive, Quitting is Good, Quitting is Progress with Coonoor Behal
If you asked the toddler version of Coonoor Behal what she wanted to be when she grew up, she would NOT have said "I want to write a book that seeks to help readers rethink and reframe quitting by sharing stories from everyday people who summoned the courage to quit things in their lives". Yet, here she is. The author of "I Quit! The Life-Affirming Joy of Giving Up". Growing up as a South Asian American who thrived in school because she liked it; Coonoor took a windy path through 3 corporate bureaucratic careers before becoming the Founder & CEO of Mindhatch, a consultancy that helps organizations create the conditions for innovation and creativity to thrive. Through Mindhatch, Coonoor delivers her unique mix of expertise in Design Thinking, Organizational ImprovTM, Innovation Facilitation, and Diversity & Inclusion. Coonoor has helped Deloitte create, prototype, and launch an in-house design thinking consulting arm; be a part of a “stealth” team of design strategists and researchers guiding numerous teams at Starbucks; trained more than 100 people at Bethpage Federal Credit Union in design thinking; helped the Department of State and the Pentagon use improv to be more creative and collaborative thinkers, and has helped the Inter-American Development Bank’s Gender & Diversity Division generate and come to a consensus on their strategic vision. Oh, and she got the idiot who sexually harassed her fired.
"I QUIT! THE LIFE-AFFIRMING JOY of GIVING UP"
https://iquitbook.com
https://www.instagram.com/iquitbook
MINDHATCH
https://www.mindhatchllc.com
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Nasty Woman Wines
https://www.nastywomanwines.com
EPISODE 82: “There is a Real Accessibility Barrier in Shark Science“ with Carlee Jackson Bohannon
"I Want to Do it All" with Tisha Starks
Tisha Starks had the kind of dad who was driven to create businesses and generate income on his own terms - terms that often didn’t include a W-2. But no one in her small Virginia town seemed wired the same way and her dad didn’t have a business plan for her to follow. When she asked the question, “Why can’t I start 50 businesses?”, no one has a good answer for her. No one guided her towards books or podcasts or internships or gave her tangible resources to build from. So Tisha did it on her own. Even as she was building a successful career in the finance and financial technology industries for some of the largest banking institutions in The United States, Tisha was hustling on the side. She sold accessories from her car to build the capitol she needed for her first restaurant. Did it matter that she didn’t really cook? Nope. This natural collaborator selected the right people and created the right opportunity for everyone to achieve more together.
Tisha doesn’t think about limitations, so why not take her budding empire across borders to Colombia? Did she speak Spanish? Nope. Did she know anyone who could provide guidance through the intricacies of the international business development before she and her husband selected Santa Marta as their home way from home? Also, no. Has she created 3 successful business in less than 2 years with bilingual staff, local business advisors, and plans to expand to conferences and travel expertise? ¡Claro que sí! Tisha and her husband discovered that moving abroad made them time wealthy and she was able to reconnect with parts of herself after shedding everything they owned in Atlanta.
Oh, she shares how she has always loved money. Like, always.
#careerpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #entrepeneurabroad #blackwomanentrepreneur #hospitality #restaurant #bestwingsofsantamarta #vamoskids #santamartacolombia #blackdigitalnomad
VAMOS KIDS
BEST WINGS OF SANTA MARTA
https://thebestwingsofsantamarta.com
BLACK DIGITAL NOMAD
“The Ability to Get Up and Create Freely is What I’m Striving For” with Khalika Abrams
With a 20+ year retail career, Khalika Abrams has worked for brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Club Monaco, and Burberry. In her most recent retail position as Creative Director, for A’gaci, she worked side by side with the company owners to spearhead an aggressive country-wide expansion and solidify the brand’s identity.
Overseeing visual merchandising and construction, she was hyper-collaborative with the buying, operations, marketing, e-Commerce, and planning & allocation teams. In 2021, Khalika stepped away from retail to start her own company, Kurated LA. The mission: a commitment to helping clients reduce overconsumption by being thoughtful about their purchases, and utilizing resources like thrifting and upcycling. Khalika has also done styling for public figures such as Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay.
Today Kurated LA is a ‘work in progress’, in the middle of a rebranding.
Oh, and she scheduled an appointment with the president of her college to advocate for her admission to the school (and got in!).
#careerpodcast #fashion #stylist #retail #entrepreur #blackwomenpodcast
@khalikaabrams
https://www.linkedin.com/in/khalikaabrams
"Listen to Those Who Speak the Truth About Both Sides” with Nwanneka Tesy
She earned degrees in Education and Business Management with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship.
She worked in the financial industry and managed side businesses in hairstyling, competitive dancing and writing.
She became a natural bodybuilding competitor and an advocate for disordered eating and weight balance.
She renovated a home and drafted a business plan for the productivity-centered “Living the Life podcast”.
She works currently in education and mentors children.
She splits her time between the USA and rural Italy.
Oh, and she has won 5 natural bodybuilding competitions in 6 years.
NWANNEKA TESY
Website: Living the Life podcast
Instagram: @livingthelifepodcast
Twitter: Ltlpodcast2020
Email: livingthelifepodcast2020@gmail.com2
"We're Gonna Make It Alright, but Not Right Now": SIBLINGS TAKE ON... Reality Contestant Lawsuits, Sports Arena Double-booking Events, Nepobabies, and Perfect Victims.
“Siblings Take On…” where a divorced, GenX middle sister and her her married, Millennial, little brother discuss current events and pop culture to see how their gender, martial status, and generation impact their perspectives.
In this episode we take on:
- Perfect couples of “Married at First Sight”
- Love is Blind Contestant Lawsuit
- Atlanta sports venue double-booking Janet Jackson and basketball
- Nepobabies
- The role and responsibilities of men and women in assault cases
#blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #marriedatfirstsightnashville #realityshowlawsuit #nepobabies
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Brian Tromp on Unsplash
“Your Privilege Shifts According to Where You Are in the World” with Laree Thomas
Laree Thomas is motivation and inertia personified. Growing up in New York where her family spent weekends in The Village exploring different foods and cultures, she was bitten by the travel bug early. Planning international trips with her girlfriends changed how she spent her disposable income. Instead of luxury shoes, she booked trips. Instead of luxury meals, she booked trips. Each trip exposed her to cultures where she is loved and respected, and she spent extended time in Asia and Europe.
Living in Ghana since 2018, Laree is no longer fighting to be seen as a human being. She is building on skills she developed from careers in fashion, homelessness prevention, and education to advocate for children and vulnerable populations abroad. This nomad has adapted to the pace of a life where she feels accomplished if gets 2 things done in a day. Laree also has to consider issues of pay disparity, gentrification, the privilege of being an American abroad, and the impact of AI on remote work; her new life has opened up time for Laree to learn about herself. In fact, she located the tribe in Ghana from which she is descended.
Oh, and has a budget for cake.
#careerpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #remotework #entrepreneur #educator
LAREE THOMAS
https://www.instagram.com/lareelathomas
AFRICAN ANCESTRY
Discover Your African Roots by Black People, for Black People
https://africanancestry.com
"Most of the Sunrise's Audience Sleeps" SIBLINGS TAKE ON... College Basketball, Infidelity, and Not-So-Live Netflix
"Most of the Sunrise's Audience Sleeps" SIBLINGS TAKE ON... College Basketball, Infidelity, and Not-So-Live Netflix
“Siblings Take On…” where a divorced, GenX middle sister and her her married, Millennial, little brother discuss current events and pop culture to see how their gender, martial status, and generation impact their perspectives.
In this episode we take on:
- Disparity between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark
- Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) in college sports
- Why no one needs Netflix to be live
- Is the Scandoval drama really cheating?
#blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #angelreese #netflixlive #nil #collegesports #scandoval #infidelity
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
"Food is Pershiable Art that Must be Savored at the Peak of Perfection" with Thijs Peekstok
Wise & Wanders : I Got Scammed
"Travel is Not a Reward for Working, It's Education for Living" with Wander_Gays
This is the interview where I thought I’d break that social media wall to get the realest real on a Millennial couple who works, travels and scuba dives together. Instead, I have a talk-like-old friends chat with two lovely women who have built a partnership where they are able to bring their authentic selves to every aspect of their lives…even when it means one person burns the eggs and the other paces while she works. They’ve found a balance where what you see online is a true reflection of who they are and not filtered representatives.
Oh, and we address the challenges of masculinity in scuba diving.
MARIYA PALLAIS PR
www.mariyapallais.com
@wander_gays
#careerpodcast #publicrelations #entrepreneur #remotework #lgbtqia #travelcouple #womenwhoscuba #blackwomenpodcast
“I’m Cold Baby, I’m Cold.” SIBLINGS TAKE ON...MAFS Season 16, Episode 13
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- Surprising your partner
- Privilege and real estate lingo
- Kirsten hiding her dad from Shaquille
- Why Nicole and Chris work
- Understanding Jasmine and Airris
- The line between employees and friend
- Other reality dating shows to watch
Oh, and we share the story about my brother being able to be a Black boy with emotions.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Justin Kauffman on Unsplash
“You’ve Got A White Person’s Palate” SIBLINGS TAKE ON...MAFS Season 16, Episode 12
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- Definition of the word “crust”
- Gina should meet Clint’s mom
- Value of learned conflict
- Airris is a Liar Liarpants
- Not calling your in-laws mom/dad
Oh, and brother shared who MAFS UK is so much better!
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
“I Realized I Have to Be Proud of Myself” with Erin Hattamer
Sort of.
Erin is funny, but Erin is practical. And comedy is an unstable career. She attempted to find stability in other areas until an academic route to comedy presented itself. This added a seriousness to her craft, particularly while working on her creative non-fiction writing thesis about her eating disorder. Erin took a break stress and un-funness by viewing refrigerator organization videos on Tik Tok. On a whim, she posted a comedic sketch that earned over a 1 million views overnight on TikTok.
Now, Erin is blazing a new path for an under 30 queer woman from Adam Sandler’s home state managing mental health who is using her platform for funny, but also to let people from different communities know they’re heard
Oh, we deep dive into her Semester At Sea experience, the one I only got to see on MTV.
#careerpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #lgbtq #comedy #tiktok #disorderedeating #mentalhealth
TIK TOK
Erin Hattamer
@erinhatta
“Dinosaurs and Pineapples, That’s All Her”: SIBLINGS TAKE ON...MAFS Season 16, Episodes 10 - 11
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- Nicole’s dad is the MVP
- Airris is showing his work
- Efficient relationship sex
- People who build empires aren’t boring
- Gina bonding with Clint over a haircut
- Decision Day predictions
Oh, and brother accidentally drops big news!
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Pineapple Supply Co. on Unsplash
“If It Feels Like Release in Your Body, It’s Probably a Good Sign” with Samantha Sacchi
Until it wasn’t.
A health scare during a time when she grinding in her career lead her to spend 8 life-changing days in Spain. Eight days to know that her next path had to align with her emotions and her passions. She spent a year in Australia undoing the career path to build her new vocation. Now, Samantha expands consciousness and brings her clients back to their souls through teaching, facilitation, coaching, mentoring and consulting. Through her business, The Self Club, she creates powerful spaces and programs for people to experience their true power. Samantha has lived in a dozen cities across 4 continents and has no doubt that the bottom line of life is Love. All her work leads back to that.
Oh, and we dive into the role the expectations of your parents plays in the career choices of their children. And it’s a doozy!
THE SELF CLUB
theself.club
@sami.sacchi
“No is a Complete Sentence” : SIBLINGS TAKE ON...MAFS Season 16, Episode 9
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- Recap of our weekends
- Is Dom an idiot or is she 25?
- Airiss's "cousin" is San Diego Megan
- Nicole’s not the chill she thinks she is
- Gina’s salon is the 3rd in her marriage
- Why weren’t Clint’s guests dudes?
- Kirsten’s faker than a Canal St. Chanel
Oh, we peeped how color matching was a thing in this episode.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Quinn Buffing on Unsplash
"Minimalist is the New 'I Hate You'": SIBLINGS TAKE ON...MAFS Season 16, Episodes 7-8
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- Will dogs be an ongoing challenge in MAFS?
- Puppy adopting vs. shopping
- Optimists are losers
- Apartment design after divorce
Oh, we match each other with past participants. Poorly.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
"You'll Find Boredom in the Absence of a Good Idea": SIBLINGS TAKE ON...MAFS Season 16, Episode 6
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- The Bat Signal is out for the experts
- Can you be out in these streets every weekend?
- Is “Ginger” Clint’s N-word?
- Airris is the new Olajuwon
- Would this show be better with a twist?
Oh, we go down a Jeremy Meeks rabbit hole.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash
“You DON’T Complete Me”: SIBLINGS TAKE ON… MAFS Season 16, Episode 5
“Siblings Take on MAFS” where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of the “Married at First Sight” reality TV show discusses the week’s episode with her married, Millennial, little brother.
In this episode we take on:
- Can a mind be changed about having kids?
- When you make every excuse in the book to avoid boning
- F**k Boys and their need for attention
- What exactly are “Gingery features”?
- Is there a polite way to tell someone you’re not attracted?
Oh, and sister almost lost her life scuba diving this week.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #mafsnashville #marriedatfirstsightnashville #blackpodcast #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
CONTACT US:
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
Photo by Jackson Simmer on Unsplash
“All Boobs are Good”: SIBLINGS TAKE ON… MAFS Season 16, Episodes 2 - 4
“Siblings Take on MAFS" where a divorced, GenX, veteran viewer of "Married at First Sight" discusses the show with her married, Millennial brother.
In this episode, we take on:
- Is “Palladium” a word people don’t know?
- Why Clint is only good for 5 warm months
- Chris might smother Nicole in her sleep
- Mack’s mom is a G
- Kissgate Kirsten
- Experts did Airriss dirty with this dog thing
- Apologies to past participants
Oh, and we talk about our Dad’s reaction to bringing white partners home.
#mafs #marriedatfirstsight #blackpodcast#marriedatfirstsightnashville #siblingpodcast #recappodcast
Contact us!
siblingstakeonpodcast@gmail.com
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Wise & Wanders: 1 Month in Colombia with Me
Wise & Wanders features the good, the bad and the ugly of a Black woman in her late 40s living, working and traveling abroad.
In this episode, I wander through:
- Living on a grand ain't grand
- You put your cell phone where?
- Colombia "fits" me
- Visible lines - panties and all
- Gotta get up to slow down
- Renting an apartment from Bonnie & Clyde
#travelcouple #blackandabroad #blackwomenpodcast #colombia #expat #blackexpat
“Success and Action in Equity are Sparked by Authentic Relationships “ with Katrina Austria Marrero
Being the daughter and granddaughter of immigrants means you shoulder the hopes of having a career with income stability and notoriety. At least it did for Katrina Austria Marrero, the first person in her nuclear family to graduate from college in the USA. Katrina’s identity has driven her to pursue careers where she is able to influence marginalized communities toward opportunities that open their lives to choices. In many instances, her sphere of influence was strongest in in educational fields, where she made sure she had a seat at the table. Then she whittled a new table by founding True Student Athletes; a provider of personalized services in academics, college admissions and early career advising for student-athletes from grades 6-12 & beyond in various geographic markets. Her sphere expanded to roles where she managed partnerships and supported employers with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). A mom of 2 young boys with a new full-time role who’s also managing a business with her husband, Katrina is leaning in in ways Sheryl Sandberg could never.
Oh, and she is 5-short-3 women and played both basketball and volleyball.
Katrina Austria Marrero
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaustria
True Student Athletes
https://truestudentathletes.com
#careerpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #dei #education
“You Prayed to Marry Someone You Don’t Know?”: SIBLINGS TAKE ON… MAFS Season 16, Episode 1
"I Don’t Mind Sticking Out, Other People Treating You Like You Stick Out is the Problem" with Denaya Jones-Reid
Denaya Jones-Reid was looking to earn extra money, not a whole career, when she worked at Charlene’s Kitchen. Observing a Black woman who, not only had her own catering business, but one who was who was superior in her craft, opened the door to a career in hospitality. Dee later found that earning a degree in public relations gave her the technical skills needed in a business. Any business, not just hospitality. Being in the industry in a variety of roles best prepared her for a growing career in the craft cocktail space. As a managing partner at Seelbach’s, a company created to match small batch bourbon and wine distilleries with curious drinkers; Dee got a hardcore crash course in licensing, retail, packaging, and human resources. And because not all 24 hours of her day were filled; Dee co-hosts the Soul Palate podcast to normalize the Black and Brown palate, speak about current events and topics within food, beverage and the world.
Oh, and her podcast co-host was featured on the Netflix’s “Drink Masters”.
#blackgirlswhiskey #podcast #careerpodcast #blackwomenpodcasts #whiskeypodcast
DEESTILLED
SEELBACH’S
SOUL PALATE PODCAST
https://www.deestilled.co/soulpalate
CHARLENE’S KITCHEN
"Black Women Can do Anything… Including Owning a Scuba Dive Shop" with Celine Monfort
Celine Monfort grew up in the very beautiful French Caribbean island of Martinique. This Type A child was focused on becoming a lion veterinarian in Africa and attended an intensive preparation school after high school to get her there. Interactions with super smart students who were the teensiest bit ignorant pivoted her veterinary path to one where she earned a masters degree in economics and marketing. Eight years in ultra-competitive cosmetic marketing industry in role most people would leave after 2 months gave her the skills she needed to excel in the scuba dive industry. Since then, her life opened to a career as both a documentarian and scuba dive shop owner. One who rarely gets to scuba dive, but one who is changing the face of the industry.
Oh, and we debate what makes a rum and coke the “real” rum and coke.
TRAVEL 2 SEA
https://www.travel2sea.com
RICH COAST DIVING
https://richcoastdiving.com
@travel2sea
@richcoastdiving
"Heartbreak, Disappointment, and Being Lied to Don’t Have a Color” with Coach Ed
Ed was a kid who loved poetry, music and art. But when you have parents who grew up without electricity or running water, a career as a broke artist isn’t a path they want for their son. Luckily, the entrepreneurial seed was planted early when found success in high school selling custom-made accessories. Attending an HBCU gave him more than a nickname - it gave him the pride, perseverance, and power he needed to get through a rigorous master’s degree in human behavior. Ed was prepared to take the corporate world by storm. The corporate world had other plans. By then, the entrepreneurial seed sprouted and he created For Love Coaching to give people the tools to help them better understand themselves and their upbringing so they can find (healthy) love in dating and in dating after divorce.
Oh, and he is divorced.
FOR LOVE COACHING
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TIK TOK
@4lovecoach
@4lovecoach
I CAN Quit You: A Chronicle of Bad Managers with Me
No guest this week. Just me talking about the shitty managers I've had and offering some questions to ask at your next interview to spot them.
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