The Real Connect

What happens when two creative souls meet, click, and decide to build something real together? On this episode of The Real Connect Podcast, Tamika Carlton sits down with Jeffrey Taylor and Roy Carey, the authentic force behind the rising fashion brand Jeofroi.

We get into the heart of how their fashion partnership was born from a college connection to building a brand rooted in loyalty, admiration, and vision. This episode is fu...

In this quick solo episode of The Real Connect, I’m keeping it real with something we all need to hear—stop waiting for the perfect moment. That moment you're waiting for? It might never come. I’m sharing some personal truths, including losing my dad when I was young and how that shifted everything for me.

This is for anyone stuck in planning mode, held back by fear, or waiting for a sign. The sign is now. It's time to m...

You might think podcast guesting is an unlikely topic for The Real Connect Podcast, but let me tell you why it’s not.

Real connection is at the heart of building anything lasting, whether a brand, a business, or a legacy, and guesting on the right podcasts is one of the most powerful ways to create it.

In this episode, I sit down with podcast strategist, podcast booker, and my good friend Christina Lenkowski to discuss how ...

They say love conquers all… but what about when someone eats the last piece of chocolate? Or worse!

In this unfiltered, laugh-out-loud, and heart-filled episode, Tamika Carlton and her husband, Logan Bailey-Perkins, reveal what really makes a marriage work. Nothing is off limits, from silent treatments and stolen snacks to spiritual bonds and battle-tested loyalty.

Whether you're boo’d up, married for years, or navigating love in...

Dating ain’t always it, but there are options and things you can do to keep your sanity.

Sometimes, the frogs show up before the princes and trust me, I’ve been there! In this episode of The Real Connect podcast, I’m joined by one of my favorite guests, Vincent Tobias Bell.

We each spill some unexpected teas about our dating lives.

Thank goodness, I'm no longer single, ya'll.

You'll learn why I say this when you watch t...

If the thought of networking makes you want to curl up on the couch and forget it even exists—trust me, I get it. Same, friend, same.

But here’s the thing: you don’t have to drain your energy or be the loudest in the room to build real, solid connections.

In this episode, Tamika Carlton is joined by Audrey Kwan—Founder of Agency Together, Strategist, and Coach to Seven-Figure Agency Owners, to break down how introverts can thrive in...

Making friends as an adult can be tough, but it doesn't have to be.

In this episode of The Real Connect podcast, Tamika Carlton is joined by her LDBFF (long-distance best friend forever), Portia James, a Behavior Analyst, to unpack the question: Who are your people?

Together, they discuss how important it is to find your tribe, build lasting connections, and surround yourself with relationships that align with your values and g...

We’ve all admired public figures, coaches, and leaders...until they show us a side we never expected. Think Snoop, Nelly, Bill Cosby, Diddy… and let’s not forget Chrisette Michele. Why do some get a pass while others are canceled? When the people we respect don’t live up to their image, what does it say about celebrity culture, accountability, and the double standards that exist, especially between Black men and Black women?

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For the first time in The Real Connect Podcast series, we’ve got our red and green flags handy and are waving them high as we dive into the real deal on relationships! Host Tamika Carlton is joined by her hubby Logan and friend, celebrity hair artist Vincent Tobias Bell, to break down the red and green flags in relationships - whether it’s friendships, dating, or long-term partnerships. Some connections will elevate you, while othe...

Married duo Tamika Carlton and Logan Bailey-Perkins dive into a conversation they’ve had countless times—how to bridge generational divides. From pop culture and music to shifting perspectives, they unpack what truly connects us across age groups.

Expect personal stories, real laughs, and practical advice for navigating generational differences in any relationship.

Key Takeaways: 1. How pop culture and social media can create une...

Join host Tamika Carlton and special guest Portia James for an unfiltered and meaningful conversation on the Real Connect Podcast about the importance and value of relationships with Black women. They discuss the challenges and rewards of honing in on the dynamics between Black women, the significance of representation in business and mentorship, and navigating professional and personal spaces. This episode is a deep dive into the ...

Let’s be real—networking can feel awkward and a bit forced, like a game of small talk and swapping business cards or electronic exchanges you’ll probably never look at again. But what if it didn’t have to be that way?

In this episode, relationship pro Tamika Carlton and celeb hairstylist Vincent Tobias Bell keep it real on how to skip the fluff and make connections that actually matter. We’re talking real-deal relationships that go...

Life has a way of throwing curveballs when you least expect it, and this one completely blindsided us. Logan and I have never shared this publicly before, but an unexpected struggle turned our world upside down—and taught us more than we could have imagined about love, resilience, and the power of true friendship. In this episode, we’re sharing an unexpected health struggle we faced together—one that tested our strength, our relat...

Relationship expert, Tamika Carlton, keeps it real in the FIRST episode of The Real Connect Podcast. In a short episode of just 20 minutes, Tamika opens up about how hitting rock bottom in a toxic relationship forced her to turn inward and rediscover herself. What started as heartbreak turned into a journey of learning to sit with her thoughts, find peace in her own company, and embrace solitude as a form of self-love.

Key Takeawa...

Do you ever feel like you're holding on to friendships just because of history, even though you know deep down they’re not helping you grow? Yeah, me too.

In this episode, I’m getting real about the hard truth of letting go of friendships that no longer serve you. Trust me, it’s not easy, but it’s necessary for your peace and personal growth. I’ll share my own experiences and some hard-earned lessons about how to know when it’s ti...

Tamika sits down with Riana Malia—a certified Evolved NLP Practitioner and trauma-conscious coach—to dive into the real work of forgiveness. Riana opens up about her journey from marriage to divorce and, ultimately, to a happy, healthy relationship, sharing her healing process and what it means to forgive. Key Takeaways: 1. How forgiveness helped Riana move past divorce and rebuild her life. 2. The role of NLP techniques in lett...