Giggles & Goals

Are they building with you—or breaking you down? 😬 In this spicy and insightful episode of Giggles & Goals, Leani and Chrystal dive into the real tea on relationships that either fuel your purpose or kill your dreams dead in their tracks. From supportive spouses to toxic tag-alongs, we’re unpacking what it really takes to thrive in love and business.

💡 Did you know couples in supportive relationships are 21% more likely to su...

In this episode of Giggles & Goals, we dive deep into the billion-dollar journeys of two iconic women: Rihanna and Sheila Johnson. 💼✨ From Fenty Beauty's global domination to building a media and hospitality empire, Rihanna and Sheila Johnson are proof that Black women can—and do—build empires across industries. We break down how these powerhouse entrepreneurs turned passion into profit, challenged the status quo, and made his...

What really happens behind the velvet rope? In this episode of Giggles & Goals, hosts Leonie and Crystal Dior sit down with Jonathan Marchbanks-better known as DoormanHTX-Houston’s viral doorman, barber, and all-around entrepreneur. Jonathan shares how he turned late-night chaos and candid moments at Houston clubs into a social media movement, growing from 100 to over 119,000 followers in months. Hear Jonathan’s wildest stories...

In this episode, Leonie and Crystal-Dior spotlight the extraordinary journey of Bozoma Saint John-marketing icon and the newest force on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. From fleeing political turmoil in Ghana to leading global brands like Pepsi, Apple, Uber, and Netflix, Bozoma’s story is a masterclass in resilience, confidence, and living life urgently. The hosts dive deep into Bozoma’s memoir The Urgent Life, discussing her bat...

In this episode of Giggles and Goals, hosts Leonie and Crystal Dior explore the inspiring journey of Melanie Perkins, co-founder of Canva. They discuss the importance of perseverance, building a strong mission, and identifying needs in the market. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, the power of dropping out of school, and the significance of giving back to the community. The hosts also touch on the f...

In this episode of Giggles and Goals, hosts Crystal Dior and Leonie chat with Madison Vacca, a Canadian mamapreneur who transformed a pandemic layoff into a successful virtual assistant business. Madison shares her journey of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation emphasizes the importance of presence in parenting, the realities of starting a busi...

In this episode of Giggles & Goals, Leonie and Christal-Dior dive deep into the power of pivoting in life and business. From T-Pain's transition to gaming success to Shaq’s empire-building strategies, and even how Red Lobster’s CEO is redefining the dining experience, we explore how strategic shifts can lead to massive wins. Plus, we discuss companies that failed to evolve (Blockbuster, anyone?) and those that nailed their pivo...

In this powerful and heart-centered episode of Giggles and Goals, hosts Leonie and Crystal Dior break down 9 daily habits that have truly changed their lives—and can change yours too. From starting the day with intention to the power of prayer, journaling, and thought replacement, they’re serving up real talk on what it takes to live a balanced, joy-filled life. The duo dives into wellness, planning, community, and the magic of con...

On this episode of Giggles & Goals, Crystal Dior and Leonie sit down with the radiant Val Barnett—healthcare exec turned candle queen and founder of Emmerse. Sis didn’t just pivot during the pandemic—she glowed up. Val shares how she turned stress into scents and built a business rooted in self-care, mental wellness, and unapologetic rest (yes, naps are a strategy!).

From grant game struggles to building a team that thrives, Va...

Leonie and Crystal Dior are diving into everything from quarterly check-ins and business wins to the latest pop culture tea. They unpack the dynamics between Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Justin Baldoni, and give their take on the changes over at The Breakfast Club post-Angela Yee, Charlamagne Tha God’s evolution, and the challenges new hosts are facing. The convo flows from AI breakthroughs to the cultural power of the Black do...

Ready to finally get serious about those goals? Crystal Dior and Leonie are serving up wisdom, laughs, and a little tough love as they break down why it's never too late to start planning your glow-up. From SMART goals and SWOT analyses to wedding stories and the real tea on accountability, they’re keeping it real on the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of building a life you love.

This episode is your permission slip to dream bi...

In this episode, we explore the wealth-building strategies of Myron Golden, 50 Cent, and Shaquille O'Neal. From Myron’s mindset shifts to 50 Cent’s hustle and Shaq’s business empire, these millionaires share invaluable lessons on turning passion into profit. Tune in for practical advice on investing, creating multiple income streams, and leveraging personal branding to build long-term wealth. Whether you're starting from scratch or...

In this episode, we dive into the journeys of two powerhouse women—Sheila Johnson, the first Black woman to own three sports teams, and Rihanna, the youngest Black female billionaire. From breaking barriers in media to revolutionizing beauty and fashion, they’ve shown that success isn’t just about fame—it’s about vision, resilience, and bold moves. Tune in for key lessons on building wealth, diversifying your income, and using your...

In this episode of Giggles & Goals, we’re diving into the wild ride that is the quarter-life crisis—otherwise known as the “puberty” of your 20s, but with bigger bills, job confusion, and a never-ending sense of “Am I doing this right?” Join us as we share stories of our own 20-something chaos, from career indecision and unexpected haircuts to impromptu moves and identity shake-ups. We also explore the pressures of “having it a...

In today’s episode, we dive into the nature of toxic bosses and why Diddy’s story serves as a perfect cautionary tale about working under bad leadership. Tune in as we break down the red flags and lessons to avoid signing up for a nightmare boss!

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Relationships can make or break you—especially when it comes to your dreams. In this episode, Crystal-Dior and Leonie dive into the concept of 'Killer Couples'—those who either boost your goals or drag them down. From red flags to real-life examples, we explore the dynamics that define truly supportive partnerships. Tune in as we unpack the highs and lows of celebrity couples, friendship dynamics, and ways to spot if you’re in a ki...

FOMO is real, and we all feel it – but is the grass really greener? In this episode of Giggles and Goals, Crystal-Dior and Leonie break down how the Fear of Missing Out affects our decisions, relationships, and mental peace. We dive deep into personal stories, listener submissions, and explore how FOMO shapes everything from career moves to friendships. Whether you’re making life choices out of fear or holding onto things past thei...

Money money money money, money! Today Crystal and Leonie get into the strange things people do for money, wether good, bad or ugly.

As usual, the duo can't help but veer off course and somehow Diddy and the Chase Fiasco manages their way into the conversation.  

This week we discuss:

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In this episode, we take lessons from Inside-Out 2 and address the thing that haunts all of us “Self Sabotage.”

Self sabotage is when we do things to ourselves that hurt us without knowing it. It happens when we have bad thoughts we don't want to think about. These thoughts can make our lives and friendships harder.

We're going to learn why we do this and how to stop. It's important to talk about these bad thoughts. If we talk abou...