BOI MEETS WELLNESS

Nia & Ness are a Black, out-lesbian couple and performance-art duo whose work serves as a visual-auditory diary of their daily lives. They believe that it’s necessary for their specific stories, as Black lesbians, to be shared, and it is their responsibility to share them. Since officially starting their company in 2016, their work and love have transformed into something greater than their initially dreamed of art and lives.

They’ve toured two evening-length pieces, given speeches about their activism, and shared their love at universities, colleges, conferences, festivals, churches, parks, bars, and homes nationwide. They have been featured on multiple radio shows, TV, and written news outlets. Taking their work beyond performances, they’ve recently launched their podcast, Reclaiming Love with Nia & Ness on Spotify, iTunes, and iHeartRadio. Nia & Ness are currently based in Rosendale, New York. Follow their journey on social media @niaandness and visit their website at www.niaandness.com. 

[00:01 – 02:21] Opening Segment

• I introduce our guest, Nia & Ness

[02:22 – 03:00] Amplify Black Businesses and Entrepreneurs

• Today’s spotlight is Farrells Daughter, a digital consulting company. Check them out and avail their free 30-minute consultation at https://www.farrellsdaughter.com/ 

[03:01 – 03:48] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Dip your hand in some soil. Get out there and try to get on your green thumb, or if you have a brown thumb, get a cactus or succulent.

[03:49 – 12:04] Introductions

• Nia & Ness introduces themselves
• They talk about their backgrounds
• • How the two of them met

[12:05 – 25:35] The Performance Art-Duo

• Nia & Ness shares the story behind their company
• • Producing and performing their own dance-poetry pieces that express the story of their lives as a Black, out-lesbian couple living and loving in New York.

• They talk about the people that make their lives incredible
• They discuss the pros and cons of working with your other half

[25:36 – 32:10] Reclaiming Love

• We talk about their podcast Reclaiming Love with Nia & Ness
• • What inspired them to start their podcast

• Nia & Ness talks about the transition in their work because of the pandemic
• •  How you can support them. Links below

[32:11 – 37:36] Black, Out-Lesbian Couple Living and Loving in New York

• Being open about their relationship with the public
• •  Be true and authentic
  •  The challenges

[37:37 – 42:17] The Manifestation Segment

• Nia & Ness talk about where they see themselves in the next 5 years
• Follow and support Nia & Ness. Links below.

Tweetable Quotes:

“I feel like I found not only my life partner in a romantic self-sense…I felt I found my life partner artistically too.” - Nia

“I would say, probably the thing to focus on the most would be the emotional aspect of the relationship.” – Ness on working with your partner

You can support Nia & Ness through https://www.niaandness.com/. You can also follow them on Instagram and other social media platforms: @niaandness

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Carmalita Wilson, a.k.a. Carmalita is a writer, explorer, lover, and shit talker. She works as a freelance writer, and some of her works have been published online. 

Along her journey, there was a point where she felt lost and that everything was falling apart. After her divorce, she went out to the world in search of her true, authentic self. She went backpacking through Spain, where she learned the true meaning of loving yourself.

Using her YouTube channel, she created Pink Couch Conversations with Carmalita to create a platform to connect with other people and share their stories. She aims to raise awareness about mental health, self-care, self-expression, and many other topics that black people face on a day-to-day basis. 

[00:01 – 01:23] Opening Segment

• Quick plug to Speaking From Home Masterclass
• I introduce our guest, Carmalita

[01:24 – 02:00] Amplify Black Businesses and Entrepreneurs

• Today’s spotlight is YAZI Clothing. Check them out on Instagram @yaziclothing or visit their website at https://www.yaziclothing.co/ 

[02:01 – 02:51] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Take a break from Social Media and screen time in general

[02:52 – 11:07] Introductions

• Carmalita speaks about her background
• She shares her wellness routine during this pandemic
• Carmalita talks about her gratitude list. The people that make her life incredible.

[11:08 – 24:24] Carmalita’s Story

• Carmalita shares her journey to discovering her true self
• • What empowers and encourages her to get her voice out to the world

• She talks about the story of her marriage
• Failing is not an option
• The idea of “home frequency”

[24:25 – 32:54] Walking Across the World

• Carmalita’s discussions about her backpacking through Spain
• Learning to love yourself

[32:54 – 41:03] Pink Couch Conversations with Carmalita

• The story behind Carmalita’s Pink Couch Conversations on YouTube
• A platform to connect with people and share their stories

[41:04 – 52:29] Closing Segment

• Why Carmalita loves living in Los Angeles
• Final thoughts
• Follow and support Carmalita. See the links below.

Tweetable Quotes:

“Social media kept me married much longer than my heart did.” – Carmalita

“For me, failure was not an option.” – Carmalita

“I genuinely thought no one would love me because of all my crap.” – Carmalita

Follow Carmalita on:

• Instagram: @carmafornia
• Twitter: @carmafornia
• YouTube: Convivial Space: My Happy Place 

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Dr. Jonathan P. Higgins (DoctorJonPaul) is a professor, national speaker, freelance journalist, thought leader, and media critic who examines the intersections of identity, gender, and race in entertainment. Named Business Equality Magazine’s “Top 40 LGBTQ People Under 40”, their work has been featured on sites like NBC News, Vox, VICE, MTV News, Essence, Out Magazine, TedX, and more.

They have worked on several inclusion projects with top brands like Apple, Disney, Instagram, and the NFL and currently teach about diversity and inclusion at the University of Redlands. They hold a doctorate in educational justice and often write and lecture about what liberation means for queer Black people and how we can help them not just survive but thrive.

[00:01 – 03:09] Opening Segment

• Updates about Speaking 4 Profit Academy
• I introduce our guest, Jonathan P. Higgins, a.k.a. DoctorJonPaul

[03:09 – 05:19] Amplify Black Businesses and Entrepreneurs

• Today’s spotlight is Rene Miranda’s #sacredlovewaistbeads. Follow her on Instagram @sacredlovewaistbeads

[05:20 – 06:09] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Just sit within some self-reflection. Have a moment, meditate, and ask yourself self-reflection questions.

[06:10 – 10:13] Introductions

• Jon introduces themself
• What keeps them busy during this pandemic
• “Everything I do always comes back to Beyoncé”

[10:14 – 19:13] DoctorJonPaul’s Story

• Jon shares their story
• • Their parents divorced when they were still young
  • What growing up in the ’90s was like for Jon

• Jon talks about their gratitude list. The people that make their life incredible.

[19:14 – 33:46] The Pivot

• Changing their career from doing social justice work into working in the media industry
• What makes him “DoctorJonPaul”
• Jon’s advice for the people interested in getting into diversity, equity, and inclusion work

[33:47 – 40:19] DoctorJonPaul as a Speaker

• Jon talks about their speaking engagements
• Interested in hiring DoctorJonPaul as a speaker for your event? Visit his website to know more. See the link below.

[40:20 – 46:04] Admiring Queen B

• Why do you love Beyoncé?
• • Jon expresses their love for Beyoncé

[46:05 - 48:20] Closing Segment

• Get in touch with DoctorJonPaul. See the links below.
• Final thoughts for the listeners

Tweetable Quotes:

“We can talk for days but if you are not about that action, save the conversation cause you’re wasting your breath.” – DoctorJonPaul

“I have to remind myself daily that their journey is their journey. How they do their work is how they do their work and how you do your work needs to be the way that you do it for you so you can sleep well at night.” – DoctorJonPaul

“Not everything needs to be a battle.” – DoctorJonPaul

Get in touch with DoctorJonPaul through http://www.doctorjonpaul.com/ or follow them on all Social Media platforms @DoctorJonPaul

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1. Kenneth Davis is a proud Transgender Male who is the CEO of "THE TRANS CAPITALIST LLC," which is the fastest-growing financial literacy resource for the Queer-Transgender community. He has spent the past three years of teaching, coaching, and motivating hundreds of queer people around the world. His easy straight to the point entertaining lessons and relatable life strategies provide concrete results and cultivate skills that help people survive the volatile economic climate of America. He is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and received a Masters of Finance from Pace University Lubin's School of Business. With credit card and student loan debt at an all-time high, job security becoming a thing of the past, K. Kenneth Davis believes in providing financial literacy education to all youth is key.

Zami Hyemingway is an Ifa Initiate on the path to priesthood and an ordained minister. Zami is also a holistic wellness coach with a Master's in Social work and is an ACE certified personal trainer and certified nutritionist. Zami's business and passion is Spiritus Wellness, which allows him to teach people how to decolonize wellness through using a spirit, mind, and body approach based on indigenous practices and, most importantly, love. Zami's focus is to find ways to get messages, tools, and resources for health and wellness to communities of Color, and others pushed furthest to the margins.

[00:01 – 04:07] Opening Segment

• I introduce our guests, K. Kenneth Davis and Zami Hyemingway

[04:08 – 21:08] Stay Healthy

• Kenneth and Zami gives brief introductions
• Zami's and Kenneth's wellness practices during the pandemic
• Good nutrition tips and healthy habits from Zami

[21:09 – 29:19] Set Yourself Financially

• Stay stable financially with the help of Kenneth's tips

• Right budgeting
• Student loan solutions
• Put yourself first

[29:20 – 41:04] Physical Fitness

• Working out at home

• You don't need a lot of equipment
• Learn how to be consistent and create a ritual around your workout
• Workout routines you can do at home
• Alternatives for gym equipment 

[41:05 – 47:19] The Trans Capitalist

• Kenneth talks about Recession

• • What is a recession?
  • Advantages and disadvantages
• Kenneth promotes his book, The Trans Capitalist's "The Money Talk"
• • All the financial tips you need
  • Releases on January 1, 2021

[47:20 – 51:15] Zami's New Year

• Zami talks about his visions for the upcoming year

• Take fewer clients (so he can focus more on a 1-on-1 basis) and make his services more affordable
• Focus on how to bring wellness in the workplace

[51:16 – 57:46] Closing Segment

• Final thoughts for the listeners:

• • Zami: "let go of the idea of a new year's resolution this year."
  • Kenneth: "It's time to seek help." Re-evaluate your finances.
• Follow and support Zami's and Kenneth's work. See the links below.

Tweetable Quotes:

"Be more realistic about your goals. You can do things just with your body. Focus on nutrition and then think outside the box when it comes to equipment." – Zami Hyemingway

 "It's time to seek help. This is a great time that you can do that." – K. Kenneth Davis

Resources Mentioned:

• https://www.investopedia.com/
• The Trans Capitalist’s “The Money Talk” by K. Kenneth Davis (Releases Jan 1st, 2021)

Learn more about Kenneth:

• Website: http://www.thetranscapitalist.com/
• Instagram: @TheTransCapitalist
• Twitter: @TheTransCapital
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTransCapitalist/
• YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/THETRANSCAPITALIST

Learn more about Zami:

• Website: https://www.spirituswellness.org
• Instagram: @Zami_SpiritusWellness

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Jefferson Darrell is an accomplished marketing communications and change management professional with more than 15 years of brand strategy expertise, generating earned and owned media using both traditional and digital channels. He is highly effective in stakeholder relations, negotiating, conceiving, and cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships. Having worked on numerous integrated marketing campaigns on both the agency and client-side, Jefferson brings a broad understanding of the entire marketing mix to every project.

In the DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) space, Jefferson was instrumental in the creation of the Diversity Inclusion Anti-Racism Action Team at the Ontario Science Centre and he represented the Centre on the DEI Committee with the Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC). Jefferson has been an active participant in diversity & inclusion conferences including Progress Together for the Ontario Public Service and Canada’s first ever White Privilege Global Conference at Ryerson University. He was also instrumental in organizing the Science Centre’s involvement in the world’s first Pride in STEM Day on July 5, 2018. Jefferson’s change management project with the Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (Black CAP) resulted in increased revenue opportunities for the non-profit charity by diversifying the organization’s fundraising and development committee.

Jefferson has delivered numerous presentations and keynote addresses about the importance of DEI including: a presentation at the inaugural IDEA (Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity in Advertising) Summit for the Institute of Communications Agencies (ICA), a national webinar for CASC titled “Diversity in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math): What can we learn from Wonder Woman,” and delivering the keynote address about Diversity in Public Relations for Humber College in 2018. He has participated in myriad panel discussions about diversity and inclusion including: “How to cultivate inclusive workplace cultures” at the IDEA Summit and “Diversity in Public Relations” at the 2018 Global PR Summit.

Jefferson earned a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, a Public Relations Honours Certificate from Humber College, and is a change management, leadership and inclusion graduate from Centennial College and the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and working towards the Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP™) designation.

[00:01 – 03:25] Opening Segment

• I introduce our guest, Jefferson Darrell

[03:26 – 06:01] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Tips from eatthis.com to help you navigate through your Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

[06:02 – 21:26] Who is Jefferson Darrell?

• Jefferson gives a brief introduction.
• Keeping yourself grounded
• • Jefferson talks about his wellness practices.

• Jefferson talks about his background.
• • Where he grew up, where he is now today, and where he wants to be in the future

• Jefferson’s gratitude list. He talks about the people that were instrumental in his journey.

[21:27 – 28:17] The Breakfast Culture Inside Scoop

• The Story of Breakfast Culture
• • Jefferson talks about their history.

• The switch from Engineering to Public Relations. What it was like for Jefferson.

[28:18 – 45:04] Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Working with businesses and shifting people’s perspective on diversity
• • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Jefferson shares his friend’s story.
  • Teaching empathy

• Are you interested in pursuing a career in diversity, equity, and inclusion work? Listen to Jefferson’s tips!

[45:05 – 50:15] The Manifestation Segment

• What are your hopes, or where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
• • “I’m still figuring that out.”
  • Ideally, I’m doing a hybrid, still keeping up Breakfast Culture while bringing my Inclusion and diversity work in-house.

[50:16 – 52:40] Closing Segment

• Follow Jefferson and support his work. See the links below.
• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“At the end of the day, what I’m trying to impart to people and my clients, is empathy.” – Jefferson Darrell

“I try to live by my word. It’s not easy all the time.” – Jefferson Darrell

Connect with Jefferson and Breakfast Culture at https://www.breakfastculture.ca/.

Follow them on the following platforms:

Instagram: @JeffersonDarrell7, @BreakfastCulture

Twitter: @JeffersnDarrell, @BreakfastCultu1

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Sir Lex Kennedy is a Writer/Director/Producer. Born in a highly religious family to a single mother determined to give her children a different life, Sir always pushed back on every box he was being socialized to fit into. Learning the power of his voice and advocacy through art, Sir was able to define himself and design himself to be the creator he is today. Sir Lex Kennedy is a vegan, queer transmedia content creator who loves film, music, gardening, and the beach and believes "ball is life." Lex studied Comparative Women's Studies and Film at Spelman College in Atlanta, GA, before being forced to leave and finished his studies at the Los Angeles City College in their film program. As an artist and activist, Sir Lex strives to bring marginalized stories to the center of popular culture through comedy series and documentaries. Sir Lex has directed multiple short films featured in film festivals like Campus MovieFest, Newfest, Fusion, and Outfest, through their inaugural OutSet program and across the world, winning numerous awards. Sir Lex completed a Sound Fellowship this past Fall for DISCLOSURE, a documentary that recently premiered at Sundance. Lex worked as a Producer for Tribune Creative West/KTLA5 in Los Angeles, CA. He recently completed his contract working for ABC7/Disney as The Content Development Coordinator due to COVID 19.

[00:01 – 03:29] Opening Segment

• Quick plug to Speaking 4 Profit Facebook Group. Link below.
• I introduce our guest for this episode, Sir Lex Kennedy.

[03:30 – 04:04] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Keep your skin moisturized

[04:05 – 17:29] Staying Motivated During COVID-19

• Lex introduces himself
• • Lex gives a shout-out to the Dub Nation. "Warriors winning it all this season."

• Lex talks about his background.
• • Shares his basketball history
  • Keeping himself motivated during the COVID season

• Working on the film, "edible." Lex talks about the process of creating a film during COVID.

[17:30 – 26:06 Sir Lex Kennedy's Story

• Lex talks about his film writing, directing, and producing background.
• • Writing stories that promote and shares the story of black culture.

• Lex's top 3 films in 2020 list
• •  Christmas on The Square by Dolly Parton
  • Black is King by Beyoncé
  • Mr. SOUL! By Melissa Haizlip

[26:07 – 33:11] RETROS Short Film

• Lex talks about the short film he is currently working on, RETROS.
• • Comedy/Drama
  • Lex reads the synopsis.

• Support the film! See the links below.

[33:12 – 38:00] Closing Segment

• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
• • Producing multiple projects
  • Scale my production company and have our own studio

• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

"You can keep telling your story. Even if nobody understands it." – Sir Lex Kennedy

Resources Mentioned:

• Speaking 4 Profit Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/347714636462719

Donate to make RETROS via cash app $iamlexkennedy. venmo: @Lex-Kennedy. PayPal/Zelle: iamlexkennedy@gmail.com

Connect with Sir Lex Kennedy on Instagram and other Social Media platforms @iseeyousirlex or send him an email at iamlexkennedy@gmail.com.

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Kiara Lee has been an advocate and activist focused on ending oppression and violence for over 10 years. They are passionate about creating more opportunities and outlets for collective healing and liberation. Kiara is a reiki practitioner and Resilience Toolkit facilitator and believes self-care and healing is a radical act of resistance.

[00:01 – 01:40] Introduction of Guest

• I introduce our guest for this episode, Kiara Lee

[01:41 – 02:42] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Find some time to go within (Meditation). 

[02:43 – 11:26] Who is Kiara Lee?

• Kiara Lee talks about her background
• Kiara’s gratitude list – the people that make her life incredible

[11:27 – 20:49] Healing Works

• Kiara talks about the pivotal moment in her life that made her realize that she was meant to serve and heal people.
• Manifesting being able to prioritize yourself
• Setting your boundaries and respecting other people’s boundaries

[20:50 – 28:19] The Resilience Toolkit

• Kiara talks about The Resilience Toolkit
• • What is it?
  • How does it help you?

[28:20 – 34:20] Serving the Black Community

• Kiara talks about her passion for supporting the Black community

• • Working with black women and films
• Acknowledging and celebrating Black excellence

[34:21 – 38:24] Healing the Body

• Hear Kiara’s process of healing her body
• • Kiara’s love for twerking

[38:25 – 40:34] The Manifestation Segment

• Kiara talks about her aspirations in the next 5 years
• • Become a homeowner
  • Doing her healing work full-time 

[40:35 – 49:06] Mentorship

• Are you interested in getting into social work? Here are Kiara’s tips for you!

• • Take care of yourself first.
  • Burnout is real
• Follow and support Kiara’s work. See the links below.

[49:07 – 53:56] The BOI Talk and Hop

• Sex is?

• • An energy exchange
• Music is?
• • Healing
• Money is?
• • Paper
• If you could speak to anyone dead or alive, who would it be, and what would you do?
• • My niece, who passed away – I would talk to her about life and all the lessons she taught me.
• My favorite TV show is?
• • 90 Day Fiancé
• My favorite food is?
• • French fries and donuts
• Healing is?
• • Necessary to move
• Ownership is?
• • God-given right
• Kiara is?
• • A healer, a fan, a god, and love

Tweetable Quotes:

“For me, what I want is for folks to be able to have that reconnection with their body and their spirit. And to be able to give their body and spirits the things that they need to keep going.” – Kiara Lee

“I really believe that if we live in a world where folks could set their boundaries and other folks also honor that. We would live in a very different world and experience.” – Kiara Lee

“In order to really serve and be able to give folks as much as we can, we have to fill ourselves up first. We have to be whole in ourselves and be fed and cared for before we go out and care for others.” – Kiara Lee

Resources Mentioned:

• Unleashing Me Workshop Registration Form
• The Resilience Toolkit
• FREE THE CHEEKS

Connect with Kiara on Instagram and LinkedIn.

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Danielle is a psychotherapist working with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. After receiving her MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, she served her community by teaching classes and providing therapy to men and women impacted by incarceration in Los Angeles.

Danielle currently provides trauma-informed treatment to teens experiencing incarceration in East LA. She is the lead clinician of a specialized unit housing female-identified youth victimized by sex trafficking or suffering complex trauma.

To ensure longevity as a frontline provider of critical mental health treatment, Danielle consciously makes her own wellness a daily priority. The use of grounding activities, incorporation of mindfulness theories into workout routines, and practice of gratitude and compassion with herself and others work to ensure that her “wellness cup” is full before attempting to pour into others’.

Through her work, Danielle aims to decrease negative stereotypes that deter many folks, especially those of racial and sexual minorities, from accessing appropriate mental health services. Danielle’s ultimate goal is to open a juvenile justice reentry center that will provide well-informed, holistic services to this underserved and often forgotten population.

[00:01 – 02:15] Introduction of Guest

• I introduce our guest, Danielle Dyer

[02:16 – 03:25] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Stay home and keep safe during this holiday season

[03:26 – 10:16] Who is Danielle Dyer?

• Danielle talks about her background.
• • Music and dancing have become a life force for her.
  • He shares his childhood growing up in Carson, California.

• Danielle talks about the wellness practices she is doing to keep herself healthy during the COVID pandemic.
• Danielle’s gratitude list. She talks about the people who played the most significant roles in shaping who she is today.

[10:17 – 24:21] Mental Wellness is for Everyone 

• Danielle shares her journey to becoming a mental health clinician.
• • Helping people impacted by incarceration
  • Transferring to the Department of Health in LA County and working with youth facing incarceration

• Danielle shares tips on how you can help and support people (friends, family, relatives, etc.) impacted by incarceration
• • Take the time to be empathetic.

• Danielle taps into the successes of some of her clients and challenges rising, especially with COVID.

[24:22 – 29:32] Wellness Cup

• “Everyone is healing too.” Danielle shares her experience with also undergoing therapy.
• Keeping himself at his optimal mental and physical health before he tries and helps anybody else.

[29:33 – 39:10] The Manifestation Segment

• What are your hopes, or where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
• • “I’m not necessarily chasing after anything specific.”
  • Just making sure that my energy and vibration is matching what it is that I want to bring.
  • Bringing in more clarity about my gifts and purpose and fulfill that purpose.
  • I want to make big strides towards my goal of opening a juvenile justice reentry center.

• Connect with Danielle. See the links below.
• What’s your relationship with money as a therapist?

[39:11 – 43:42] The BOI Talk and Hop Segment

• My favorite food is
• • My mom’s macaroni and cheese

• Love is
• • Everything

• My favorite book is
• • The Alchemist
  • The Fifth Agreement
  • All About Love

• Your wake-up song is
• • It depends on the day.

• If you could spend the day with anyone dead or alive, who would it be, and what would you do?
• • My granny. I would just want to talk to her.

• Wellness is
• • Priority

• Danielle is
• • Dynamic

Tweetable Quotes:

“In our society, we discard those people, you know? We think we call them felons, or we don’t think that they deserve to participate in society once they get out. And I felt that really on my heart to connect with these people and show them that yes, you are worthy of love. Yes, you are worthy of resources. You are worthy of a beautiful life.” – Danielle Dyer

“What I hear the most from people who are incarcerated is that they just want to not be forgotten.” – Danielle Dyer

“Mental health is very important. It starts to impact your physical health and your relationships if you don’t take care of it. So that’s just important for me to make sure that I’m good before I try to make anybody else good.” – Danielle Dyer

Connect with  Danielle on Instagram @deesdyery, and Twitter @_JayCassidy_

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Jeaux Henry is a creator of virtual content, musical mixes, safe spaces, and intentional experiences. He is also the creator of @BlackBoiComplex, a platform catered to the love, challenges & vulnerability of BLACK, Masculine Identifying QTLGBIA folx.

[00:01 – 01:14] Introduction of Guest

• I introduce our guest for this episode, Jeaux Henry

[01:15 – 03:29] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Money Tips: 10 Tips for Saving During the Holiday Season

[03:30 – 08:32] Who is Jeaux Henry?

• Jeaux Henry talks about his background
• • What gives him joy in these times

• Jeaux’s gratitude list, the people that were instrumental in becoming who he is as a person

[08:33 – 14:27] The Money Mindset

• Jeaux’s relationship with money
• • Learning financial literacy

• Jeaux shares the journey to building @BlackBoiComplex
• • Starting from the ground up
  • Figuring out purpose and passion

[14:28 – 20:15] The Story of @BlackBoiComplex

• Jeaux talks about the history of @BlackBoiComplex
• • How it all started and where it is now today.

[20:16 – 28:34] Leading a Community

• Jeaux talks about what it’s like leading his community
• • Keeping everything authentic

[28:34 – 33:47] Passion in Making Music

• Jeaux talks about his passion for making his music
• • The type of music he is into
  • Uplifting our own musical community

[33:47 – 37:28] The Manifestation Segment

• Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
• • “I want to open up my museum.”

• Follow and support Jeaux. See the links below.
• Jeaux’s call to action

[37:29 – 40:31] The BOI Talk and Hop Segment

• Wellness is?
• • Plants

• Ownership is?
• • Heart

• If you could speak to anyone dead or alive, who would it be, and what would you do?
• • My great-grandfather and have a conversation over dinner.

• My favorite book is?
• • One Hot Summer Day

• Sex is?
• • Complicated

• My Favorite food is?
• • Chicken. I’m a wing person.

• Love is?
• • Beautiful

• Jeaux is?
• • That N*gga.

Tweetable Quotes:

“I don’t chase after the dollar. I let the dollar chase me.” – Jeaux Henry

“Everything that I did was out of my own pocket, and I was able to do that because of my money management and I was able to serve my community I think in a very big way.” – Jeaux Henry

“I think it’s all of our jobs to rise to the occasion, especially when protecting other black people regardless of masculinity, femininity, or how they present or where they are on the spectrum. It is our responsibility as black people who love other black people to stand up and rise up and speak out against harm.” – Jeaux Henry

Resources Mentioned:

• Speaking 4 Profit
• Use code: Love for 25% off all orders over $75 at Boi Gear Store
• Groupon Select Program
• Honey: Automatic Coupons, Promo Codes, and Deals
• Rakuten: Shop. Earn. Get Cash Back.
• Tobe Nwigwe

You can follow Jeaux Henry on the following platforms:

• Personal Account @ComplexBlackBoi on Instagram and Twitter
• @Blackboicomplex Community Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

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Camille Eddy is a Product Engineer and International Public Speaker. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. She volunteers for nonprofit STEM outreach and previously interned in Mechanical Engineering and Robotics for HP, Google X, and NVIDIA. Camille has given her talk “Recognizing Cultural Bias in AI” across the world, including San Francisco, Washington DC, and Budapest. She also coaches women in engineering through her website and currently works for a start company called Sector.

[00:01 – 01:20] Introduction of Guest

• I introduce our guest for this episode, Camille Eddy

[01:21 – 02:19] Wellness Tip of the Week

• Focus on the power of stretching. Take some time, slow down, and have a stretch.

[02:20 – 12:29] Who is Camille Eddy?

• Camille talks about her background
• • Shares how the COVID had changed her routines
  • Shares her journey to becoming the person she is today
  • Learning to be financial literate at a young age

• Camille’s gratitude list. She talks about the people who played the most significant roles in shaping who she is today.

[12:30 – 21:01] Women in Technology: Camille’s Focus on Robotics and AI

• Camille talks about her career as a mechanical engineer
• • How she found herself in this career path
  • Her fondness for systems and robotics
  • Finding your passion

• Camille shares some tips and lessons she teaches her mentees.

[21:02 – 34:25] Recognizing Cultural Bias in AI

• Camille’s speech on “Recognizing Cultural Bias in AI.” See below for the link.
• • She talks about the inspiration behind it.
  • She shares the most memorable experiences she had from giving her speeches.

[34:26 – 38:14] The Manifestation Segment

• What are your hopes, or where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
• • “I want to continue to be in leadership roles.”

• Follow and support Camille. See the links below.

[38:15 – 41:47] The BOI Talk and Hop Segment

• Money is?
• • Freedom

• Love is?
• • Graceful

• If you could speak to anyone dead or alive, who would it be, and what would you do?
• • My grandmother about 2 or 3 generations back because I want to know what she knows about our people and our family.

• My favorite book is?
• • Radical Candor by Kim Scott
• Wellness is?
• • Life-giving

• My favorite food is?
• • Walnuts

• Engineering is?
• • Problem solving

• Camille is?
• • She is here. She is present.

• Final thoughts

Tweetable Quotes:

“Sometimes you’re just one conversation away from a moment that can change your life.” – Evolve Benton

“Make people hire you for what you do very well.” – Camille Eddy

“It’s not always clear. Nobody has a clear cut. We are all struggling and trying to strive towards that true, like that arrival moment where it’s like, I found my passion.” – Camille Eddy

Resources Mentioned:

• Recognizing Cultural Bias in AI

Schedule a free Strategy Call with Evolve to learn more about Speaking 4 Profit: https://calendly.com/evolvebenton/15min?month=2020-11 

You can follow Camille on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, or her website https://camilleeddy.com/.

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Jazz Jordan is a Black, trans, elementary teacher in Baltimore City who is motivated by Black bodies manifesting and affirming their greatness, joy, and power. Growing up the oldest of 5 children in PG County, Maryland, Jazz saw the importance of ensuring all perspectives are considered in conversations. With awards in engineering, a BA in Social Psychology from the University of Maryland, and an MS in Elementary Education from Johns Hopkins University, his primary focus revolves around Black and Brown minds becoming confident in math and science. 

When not in the classroom, he is somewhere creating visual art, building and coding robots, or laughing with family and friends.

In this episode, we talk about:

[00:01 – 01:21] Introduction of the Guest

• I introduce our guest for this episode, Jazz Jordan

[01:22 – 02:44] Wellness Tip of the Week

• “Bring some light into your life, literally.”

[02:45 – 16:50] Who is Jazz Jordan?

• Jazz talks about his background.
• Jazz’s gratitude list. He enumerates the top 3 people in his life.
• Jazz talks about adjusting to the new normal during this COVID pandemic. 
• What made you go into robotics? Jazz shares the story behind how he got hooked into engineering classes during high school.

[16:51 – 27:40] Everyone’s Perspective Matters

• Jazz talks about what it’s like being a black, trans elementary teacher
• The educational system getting less and less attention from the government

[27:41 – 37:37] Feeding the Soul

• Teaching pays the bills, but what feeds your soul?
• Hear how Jazz keeps himself healthy physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. 
• Fearing what will happen to his job because of the pandemic

[37:38 – 43:06] The Manifestation Segment

• What are your hopes, or where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
• • Jazz talks about his hopes, goals, and aspirations for the next 5 years.

• Jazz’s plans on creating a robotics team at his school
• Follow and support Jazz. See the links below.

[43:06 – 47:32] The BOI Talk and Hop Segment

• Love is?
• •  “Excitement.”

• Money is?
• • “Scary.”

• Ownership is?
• • “Very important to how we navigate the world.”

• Education is?
• • “The best career to ever be in, and I hope everybody becomes a teacher.”

• My favorite book is?
• • Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
• My favorite food is?
• • “Curry chicken with rice and beige and cabbage.”

• Wellness is?
• • “Very important during COVID. Probably the most important thing during COVID.”

• Healing is?
• • “So necessary for black individuals.”

• If you could speak to anyone dead or alive, who would it be, and what would you do?
• • My aunt Tasha, we would go and just get some food and talk about life.

• Jazz is?
• • “Dope AF.”

Tweetable Quotes: 

“People say stuff, and they don’t realize they’re saying dumb stuff in front of you that affects your identity.” – Jazz Jordan

“Life is hard, and money shouldn’t be something that causes you to like stress out.” – Jazz Jordan

Follow Jazz Jordan on:

• Instagram: @JazzLikeTheMusiq
• Twitter: @JazzLikeDaMusiq

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Stephanie Clovinson. Stephanie  is a board certified nurse practitioner residing in northern Virginia. She currently serves as Director of Medical Services at Inova Health, specializing in regenerative medicine, spine, and orthopedics.  She originally attended Bethune Cookman University, in Daytona Beach where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

While working in progressive/intensive care units, she earned her masters degree from University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida, with sub speciality in Adult Gerontology. She is licensed in Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia. She has worked primarily in spine surgical settings, however, she has trained and worked in the field of aesthetics. In addition, she is a certified personal trainer by the National Academy of Sports Medicine. 

Stephanie is an active member of the several professional organizations including the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society of Nursing. 

She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and volunteering.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• Tips on LGBTQ Parentings 
• An understanding of regenerative medicine
• How to start your own business as a health professional? 
• What is a National Academy of Sport Medicine Certification?
• The Power of Saying Thank You 

Stay Connected with Stephanie Clovinson

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Nalo Zidan. Nalo (nah-low) A. K. Zidan (all pronouns) is a Queer Black writer, organizer and Trans-Masculinist whose work pushes at the normative boundaries of gender and sexuality in Black experiences. Nalo is the Founder and Creative Director of BlackGirlMasculine, a nonprofit organization and media space for Queer, Black masculine-identified women, Trans and Non-Binary people. 

Founded in 2016, the organization serves a global audience with a mission to expand and archive non-normative masculine experiences. Born in Maryland and raised between New York and D.C., Nalo is currently completing a degree in Women, Gender and Sexuality studies at Louisiana State University, and is a 2019 TedxLSU speaker. Nalo has dedicated their life to starting conversations that shift how we see the world and everyone in it, while creating visibility and healing for Queer Black experiences along the way.

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• How to redefine masculinity 
• Nalo’s story of starting BlackGirlMasculine
• Learn Nalo’s opinion of leadership and community love 
• Nalo’s love for passion and details on their new brand Yazi Clothing
• Wellness Tip of Week: How to stay connected to family during Covid-19 
• Nalo’s favorite book: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison 

Stay Connected with Nalo Zidan 

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Alex Hutchi. Alex is a meditator, a social media agency owner, and a world traveler. The first experience Alex had with meditation was a 10 - day silent retreat that was the start of their entrepreneur journey. "I became determined to own my time because I was away from my life for 10-days that made me realize I had no systems in my life to take care of business even when I needed a break."

Books have played a major role in the change that started to take place, books such as Tim Ferris 4-Hour Workweek, Grant Cardone 10X, and Gary Vee Crush it. Today Alex runs a social media agency and creates online content for brands and companies. Alex believes there needs to be a radical change in how we work and resources available to content creators.

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• The power of the Law of Attraction
• Evolve’s review of Founders Gym
• What is it like to experience a silent meditation retreat? 
• Alex’s Social Media Agency: https://www.seomapagency.com

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Sammy Lyon. Sammy brings over a decade of experience in project management to the field of real estate and loves collaborating with others to think outside the box.

Sammy holds an M.A. in Education, Leadership & Change from Antioch University and spent 10+ years leading innovative education programs at schools and non-profits.

Once becoming — let’s face it, obsessed — with real estate, Sammy earned a certificate in Construction Project Management from CSU-Dominguez Hills, started working in affordable housing and commercial development, and became a licensed real estate agent to help more people become homeowners and think creatively about earning income from real estate.

Sammy is also the founder of GoodRents, a social impact project investing in buy-and-hold real estate investments, and commits 5% of all gross profits from real estate to environmental, social and racial justice causes.

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• How to get started in real-estate investing?
• Tips on owning a multi-unit property 
• How to be socially responsible when purchasing real-estate?
• Money Tip: Understanding the Power of Compound Interest 
• Sammy’s favorite books: Your Money or Your Life,Rich Dad Poor Dad, Cashflow Quadrant 

Work with Sammy on finding your next property here: https://lyonideas.com/buy-a-home/

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, our host Evolve Benton shares their 4 Tips for Landing Speaking Engagements. Evolve Benton, MA, MFA is speaker and educator with over a decade of experience working with universities, mid to large size tech start ups, and  non-profits agencies on transforming their communities through shifting policy, climate and ideology to build equitable, diverse and inclusive environments. Evolve is currently celebrating landing over $10,000 in speaking engagement contracts for the fall of 2020. 

Currently, Evolve has the honor to serve as the Equity and Inclusion Manager at UCSF School of Medicine. Evolve is passionate about providing a brave space for future physicians of color to succeed and save lives.

Furthermore, Evolve is the owner of Mar Media, LLC. a media company that brings visibility to the journeys of  queer and trans people of color and the people that make their lives incredible. Under Evolve’s leadership Mar Media has produced the following projects: SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love, The BOI Doc, SIR Volume 1, a wellness podcast BOI Meets Wellness and the Blaq Film Festival. 

As a speaker and event curator, Evolve provides organizations with a framework that challenges participants to embark on action rather than simply learning theory or vocabulary. Evolve realizes the importance of not only fostering diversity and inclusion education but providing opportunities for those who have been harmed, oppressed and unseen by society to heal.

Evolve specializes in motivational speaking, mindfulness, self discovery writing sessions, and life visioning to provide a brave space for workshop participants to build their healing toolkit. Evolve describes themselves as an artistic spirit using creativity and gratitude as a form of liberation.  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• How to Join Evolve’s Free Speaking 4 Profit Master Class
• How to start speaking as a side gig
• The power of being nice
• Personal finance tips
• How to use a journal to build your self love ritual 

Check out our BOI Notebooks new merchandise store boigearstore.com 

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews Janae Johnson. 

Janae Johnson is Writer, Performer, Educator, Podcast Host, and DJ. She is a Women of the World Poetry Slam Champion, National Poetry Slam Champion and a Write Bloody Book Award Finalist. Janae is a founder of two nationally recognized poetry venues and her work has appeared in outlets and stages such as ESPN, PBS Newshour, Lenny Says, SF Jazz, and Button Poetry.

Janae's new podcast, Y Not Put On? interviews Black poets on their favorite Black movie - how it has informed their art, relationships and identities.

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• How to write a poem that speaks to your audience
• What is slam poetry and how to dominate the sport?
• Tips for hosting a poetry venue
• Wellness tip: Tap in with the Nap Ministry 
• Janae favorite book: I am not Sidney Poitier

Follow and stay in touch with Janae Johnson 

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve Benton interviews E. Cameron A. Pizarro III. E.C. is an award-winning Brand Designer and Digital Artist. He uses his talent and skills to brand companies for maximum profit and success. Cameron is also the current National Executive Director of Alpha Omega Kappa Fraternity Inc. and former Supreme Historian & Webmaster.

Having won industry leading awards like the Marcom Award 2016 and 2017, gold and platinum winner respectively, he has faced and prevailed over many challenges. In 2017, he was also a presenter at the first TransTech Summit, where he taught attendees the basics of logo design and comprehensive creative thinking. Most recently, he received the Emerging Leader Award in 2019 at the Inaugural National Trans Visibility March, for recognition of his work in the design industry and his work as their founding Director of Social Media & Marketing.

In his efforts to positively affect the future and advancement of the Black trans community he has co-founded a digital resource listing called Marsha's Web. He consistently uses his work and talent to highlight and celebrate the beautiful intersections of the Black trans community.

Currently living in Florida but raised in Somerset, NJ he carries that straight forward talk and charismatic smile that the north is known for. As a professional in the design industry for over 10 years, Cameron is meticulous to detail, an innovative thinker, and passionate about his people and his purpose.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How to start a career as a brand designer 
• The Pro’s and Con’s of Being a Contractor 
• Tips for negotiating as a freelancer
• Wellness Tip: The Joy of Painting with Baba Roxx
• E.C’s favorite book Invisible Life 

Learn How to build your business with Brand Designer E. Cameron A. Pizarro III

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Patricio "Pat" Manuel (known as "Cacahuate" in the boxing world).  Pat  is the first professional male boxer who is transgender. He debuted with Golden Boy Promotions on December 8, 2018 and won a four-round decision in the super-featherweight division. 

Prior to transitioning, Pat was a five-time national champion in the amateur women's division, participating in the first-ever US women's Olympic boxing trials in 2012. 

Pat’s story has garnered major press, including the front page of the LA Times, coverage through HBO, Time, People, USA Today, Newsweek, NPR, NBC, BBC, Sport Illustrated and ESPN. In 2019, he made another historic first by becoming the face of Everlast Boxing Equipment.

In this episode you’ll discover :

• How to train for your first professional fight
• The history of Patricio Manuel, the first professional male boxer who is transgender
• The business side of becoming a professional athlete
• Tips on setting goals and starting them today 
• Pat’s favorite book The Autobiography of Malcolm X 

Follow Pat’s  Journey on instagram @Team_Patricio_Manuel 

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On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness, Evolve interviews Uzo Ejikeme. Uzo Ejikeme was born in Nigeria, lived in Spain for 4 years and moved to the United States in 1997.  She now lives in Los Angeles and is one of the co-founders of  Stuzo Clothing. Uzo is an entrepreneur that believes we are expressions of life itself and we deserve the space to express it as we see fit.

In this episode you’ll discover :

• The power of  therapy and life coaching 
• Tips to create your own clothing brand 
• Healing Through Boundaries 
• Utilizing the Law of Attraction to build the life you want 
• Uzo’s favorite book A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose

Follow Uzo’s Journey at https://www.instagram.com/nijashero/?hl=en

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