Dreaming with Intention

Dreaming with Intention

Dreaming with Intention—hosted by Mariko Bennett—is a podcast designed to inspire intentional growth, goal-setting, and action toward manifesting your dreams. Through insightful conversations and real-life experiences, each episode offers practical advice, authentic stories, and meaningful takeaways to help you on your journey of personal and professional development. Tune in for motivation, manifestation, and the tools to turn your dreams into reality!

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November 4, 2025 45 mins

In this inspiring episode of Dreaming with Intention, we sit down with Deborah Porter, trusted workplace culture strategist and "The Ultimate Mom Coach." Deborah works with Fortune 500 companies like Google, Verizon, and Deloitte to help leaders support and retain working parents and caregivers.

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In this episode, we sit down with Tonya Veasey—a powerhouse leader who has served as Chief Experience Officer at Raben, CEO of Open Channels Group, and former CEO of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. Tonya shares her journey of leading with purpose, from navigating high-level boardrooms to creating impact for communities across the nation. With a wealth of experience spanning politics, corporate leadership, and social advo...

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In this inspiring episode, we welcome Erica Heyse, National Director of the Congressional Award, the highest honor Congress gives to youth for achievement in service, personal development, and leadership.

Erica shares her journey of building programs that recognize and cultiva...

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sommer Hill—Host of the podcast It's Sommer Time, Adjunct Professor at Howard University, and Senior Social Media Associate at NPR.

Sommer shares how ...

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In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Benjamin Gates, a gifted cellist and the Founder & CEO of Asteroid Titanium Musical Productions & Entertainment. Benjamin shares his journey of bridging music and entrepreneurship—using creativity, discipline, and a deep sense of purpose to transform his artistic passion into a growing business.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alicia Wilson, Vice President for Civic Engagement and Opportunity at Johns Hopkins University, attorney, board member, and visionary changemaker. Alicia shares how intentional, step-by-step planning has guided her through every phase of her career—from law to leadership to impact at scale.

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In this soul-centered episode, we're joined by Kevin Wayne Johnson, a nationally recognized Leadership Expert, Executive Coach, Senior Pastor, and Author. With decades of experience helping individuals lead with integrity and intention, Kevin shares how affirmations and prayer serve as foundational tools to shape mindset, behavior, and purpose.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Darelle Joiner, CEO, President & Founder of OoRah Fitness Inc., to explore the mindset and habits that drive high performance—on and off the mat.

Darelle shares how he built a fitness brand rooted in

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In this inspiring episode of Dreaming with Intention, we sit down with Lisa Bolden, the visionary Founder, CEO, and Principal Designer behind L.is.a.Luxury Collection. Lisa shares how visualization played a vital role in building her brand, her career, and her life of purpose and design.

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In this special episode, we sit down with 10-year-old Marley Brown—a vibrant student, athlete, and young entrepreneur who reminds us that intentional dreaming starts early. Marley takes us on a journey through her process of creating vision boards, showing how creativity, focus, and belief can guide anyone—no matter their age—toward their goals.

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In this episode of the 'Dreaming with Intention' podcast, we're sitting down with artist Noochie and Production Manager, Reggie Grier Jr., a couple of the brilliant minds behind the viral Live From The Front Porch. From sparking creativity on the porch to building a movement, they share the intentional steps they've taken to grow their platform.

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In this empowering episode, host Mariko Bennett welcomes the incredible India Gary-Martin, Founder of ACT3 & Leadership for Execs, to explore the journey of embracing your ACT3 — a powerful phase of reinvention, rest, and rising in m...

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The first episode of Dreaming With Intention turns the spotlight on host, Mariko Bennett—entrepreneur, strategist, and founder of Blueprinting Experience. Mariko shares her personal journey, from career pivots to building a brand that empowers others. She dives into the power of intentionality, overcoming challenges, and how short-term actions create long-term success. Whether you're an entr...

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February 25, 2025 39 secs
Dreaming with Intention—hosted by Mariko Bennett—is a podcast designed to inspire intentional growth, goal-setting, and action toward manifesting your dreams. Through insightful conversations and real-life experiences, each episode offers practical advice, authentic stories, and meaningful takeaways to help you on your journey of personal and professional developme...
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