Be Your Own Kind Podcast

Guest: Rich Vysion

Title: Conscious Rapper & Author

Role: Creator of a Platform Bridging Music & Mental Health

About the Guest:

Rich Vysion, the conscious rap luminary born in the Bronx and now flourishing in Brooklyn, unveils his latest chapter as a published author—a testament to his unwavering triumph against all odds. His book, From Victim to Victor: Transforming Trauma into Triumph, chronicles his journey of overcoming men...

Guest: Cristie Cerniglia Title: Relationship Coach Role: Founder of Relationships with a Map About the Guest: Cristie Cerniglia has been married for 30 years, is a proud mother of 4, and grandmother of 3. After experiencing her parents' divorce during her senior year of high school, Cristie became passionate about helping women build thriving relationships. Through her coaching, she empowers women to be "ridiculously happy" in the...

Guest: Marcus Norman Title: Serial Entrepreneur Role: CEO of a Real Estate Investment Firm, ATMs, Cannabis Dispensary, and Airbnb About the Guest: Marcus Norman is a dynamic entrepreneur from St. Croix, a small Caribbean island, and a former U.S. Navy serviceman with 8 years of service. He has built a diverse business portfolio including real estate investments, ATMs, cannabis dispensaries, and Airbnb properties. His journey from ...

Guest: Kristal DeSantis Title: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Role: Author of STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man About the Guest: Kristal DeSantis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Austin, Texas, celebrated for her expertise in relationships, trauma work, and sex therapy. Her book, STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man, provides practical insights and guidance for navig...

Guest: Natalie Bedard (NatNat) Title: Energy Healing Specialist Role: Founder of Lift OneSelf, Host of Lift Oneself Podcast About the Guest: NatNat, also known as Natalie Bedard, is an Energy Healing Specialist dedicated to guiding others on their path to emotional well-being and self-discovery. As the founder of Lift OneSelf and host of the Lift Oneself podcast, NatNat has been transforming lives since 2019 by offering tools to r...

Guest: Nina Manolson Title: Body-Peace® Coach Role: Therapist, Body-Trust® Guide, Psychology of Eating Teacher About the Guest: Nina Manolson is a Body-Peace® coach dedicated to helping women end the struggle with food and body image. With over 30 years of experience, she supports women in feeling at home in their bodies and advocates for a deeply feminist, anti-diet approach to body peace. Her work empowers women to create a trus...

Guest: Keila Strong
Title: Visual Artist
Role: Painter and Mosaic Artist

About the Guest:
Keila Strong is a visual artist from Chicago, IL, who tells beautiful stories through her paintings and unconventional mosaics. Her work celebrates the stories and traditions of Black culture, drawing inspiration from the fashion and cosmetology industries. Keila's art is known for being innovative, jubilant, and hopeful, portraying the vibrancy ...

Guest: Jeff Patterson
Title: Founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior
Role: Meditation and Martial Arts Expert

About the Guest:
Jeff Patterson, based in Portland, OR, has over 36 years of experience practicing and teaching meditative and martial arts. As the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior, Jeff emphasizes the transformative power of m...

Guest: Chassidy Mickale Title: Owner of Your Image Matters Role: Glam & Beauty Expert About the Guest: Chassidy Mickale is an industry-leading expert with over 10 years of experience in hair, makeup, and styling. As the owner of Your Image Matters, Chassidy aims to empower women to boldly and confidently embrace their image. She is more than just a stylist—her work reflects a blend of everyday looks and high fashion. Her passi...

Guest: Karlynn Benn Title: Creator of Love is a Verb Role: Liberation Strategist & Psychotherapist About the Guest: Karlynn Benn is the creator of Love is a Verb, an 8-session coaching protocol designed to shift both the conscious and subconscious mind. With over 15 years of experience, she is a Liberation Strategist and Psychotherapist who focuses on guiding women from a place of feeling "not enough" to embracing au...

Grammy Award-Winning Chrisette Michele was once regarded as the Neo-soul princess until she decided to participate in the 2017 presidential inauguration. During this time, she endured a miscarriage, her label dropping her, and a lot of missed opportunities. Present-day Black celebrities who are actual supporters of Trump are not suffering as much as Chrisette Michele. Was she made the example back then? Did she deserve the treatmen...

In this episode, I spoke with certified healer and business coach Cassandra Rosa about the power of impact and the importance of "Now What" moments. We also discussed the importance of intentions and defined what impact we want to leave within our businesses. Cassandra helps spiritual entrepreneurs create fulfilling lives and impactful businesses. She is a Reiki master, an award-winning speaker, and the award-winning au...

In the episode, I reconnected with my Sis Whitney McCoy Cooper to catch up on things she's been working on in the past year. She shared with us the life of mothering a toddler, forming a new mom's group entitled the " Mommy Franchise," and we really got into the craziness of the spiritual world and maintaining our identity in Christ. Whitney McCoy-Cooper is a Global Project Manager and Productivity Coach for mom...

In the episode, I spoke with Psychoanalyst and Certified Chopra, Jamie Cromer, about the importance of resilience and its major role when navigating through life. We also talked about re-opening your heart to being a part of a community and finding the time to implement self-care daily. Jamie is a licensed Clinical Social Worker ACSW FABP TA Board-Certified Psychoanalyst Certified Chopra Ayurvedic Lifestyle Instructor who teach...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jill Lanier, the founder of Mindful Renaissance. Our conversation centered around the power of mindfulness in our daily lives, and how it can help us make sound choices based on our emotions. Taking the time to rest with our emotions can help us unlock our potential and shift our mindset in the face of an increasingly complex and stressful world.

Jill's work is truly inspirin...

In this episode, we discussed how essential aspects of maintaining our mental and emotional well-being. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:03 Sunshine: Beyonce Spoof 00:04:04 Sunshine: What Self-Sabotage Looks Like 00:06:29 Sunshine: Stay Soft 00:07:20 AD: #THEBLUEPRINTMEDIALIVE00:09:13 AD: Queensgiving 00:11:30 Kee W/ Ree: Girlfriend Plays Man 00:15:41 Kee W/ Ree: Brian Mcknight Change Name 00:17:29 Kee W/ Ree: Tipping at Self Check...

In this episode, we are joined by Devon, who shares her inspiring story through her new book, "In Case of My Death...: Burn The World Down". She sheds light on the hidden Femicide that takes place in Canada and the challenges women face after abduction and violation. Devon's message empowers women to find their voice and stand up against injustice. We also take a moment to reflect on how celebrity news can distract us...

In this episode, we dived into dealing with the actions of the unhealed people, surviving being mishandled, and more.

00:00:00 Intro

00:02:21 Sunshine: Robots Designed for the Disabled

00:04:00 Sunshine: Reading Mixed Signals

00:04:53 Sunshine: Usher Gets Key to Las Vegas

00:07:39 AD: #THEBLUEPRINTMEDIALIVE

00:08:49 AD: Queensgiving

00:09:51 AD: StormyNightVibez

00:11:07 Kee W/ Ree: Woman Confronts Friend Who Outdresses Her

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In this episode, I reconnected with my dear friend, Stormy Martin. I am excited for her to return to the podcast to discuss the positive effects of betting on yourself and loving yourself. Stormy is a Chicago Native with a Bright and Inviting personality. She is a vocalist, comedienne, loctician, and stylist who's just trying to live her life like it's golden. Also, tune into her last episode with us pertaining to starti...