Jennie Allen has a new book called, Finding Your People, Building Deep Community in a Lonely World. For most women "finding your people" is hard, periodt, but it can be even harder when you’re a solitude-loving introvert. If you consider yourself an introvert, you probably feel alright about being with yourself. But there may come a time, though, when you realize that you need a new friend or two to help walk with you on your journey. Today I’m co-hosting with my daughter in law, Shanell McCoy Jones. We talk candidly being introverts while trying to make and keep friends. We also get another great vegan recipe from Melva McCoy. Vegan quesadillas.
Love and marriage is a life event most girls dream of, and few women think when they start dating that their road to marriage may be years in the making. Dr. Debbye Turner Bell, former Miss America, our special guest, tells us a bit about her journey towards marriage and motherhood. We also dive into how important faith was to her, as she maintained hope for, and eventually built a family of her own. Dr. Debbye Turner Bell, is a veterinarian, author, journalist, corporate trainer, minister, speaker and thought leader. For more than two decades, she has addressed audiences in the corporate, academic, and community service arenas. If you are single and waiting this episode will bless you. Chat Tribe you’re in for a good one.
Life is twice, if not three times as hard when we try to do it alone. That’s why we believe that everyone needs a tribe. In this episode we’re joined by Dr. Antionette D. Brookins, a licensed family and marriage therapist and senior pastor’s wife. She’s also the author of The Anatomy of Anger. A girl’s guide to living her best life in Christ. In this episode of The Chat and Chew Show Dr. Brookins, also known as Lady Nett, shares what inspired her to become the founder and content creator of Holy Ghost HomeGirls, a Christian life coaching service that ministers to the whole woman. Chat Tribe, get ready to take notes on this episode that's jam packed with wisdom and practical tips on how to find the right support system.
Also enjoy a delicious new recipe from our favorite chef, Melva McCoy teaching us how to make vegan ramen soup.
‘Tis the season! 🎄 And we’re helping you to get into the Christmas spirit with this fun episode of The Chat & Chew Show.
This week, we’re joined by YouTuber and decorator extraordinaire DaBoss Lady aka Charon Scroggins. She takes us on a virtual tour of her home showing off this year’s holiday theme. And trust us - you’ll want to see this 👀 and take away some ideas for upgrading your own holiday cheer.
Also, she lets us know exactly where and when to shop in order to get the best discounts. Tune in for a little joy and lots of creativity to get you in gear for Christmas!
We all define success in our own way. But in the end, we're all just striving to live our best life. In this episode, we sit down with Mona Phillips, Realty ONE Group, Inc. franchisee and all-around business guru, to discuss her experience as a successful sales executive, real estate investor, and business owner.
She'll share her secrets to success, including how she manages relationships and her work/life balance. And we learn more about Mona's philosophy on business. She says, "By giving value first, you create the connections and rich relationships that lead to your own success story."
Chat Tribe, get ready to take notes on this episode that's jampacked with wisdom to use on your way to success.
We all just want a little love, but how well do we show up in our relationships? 🤔
In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, we sit with Cloyce and Shelia Dickerson who are founders of Intentionally Yours - a marriage ministry that promotes being purposeful, proactive, and conscious about the choices married couples make every day. Cloyce and Shelia tell us the story of how they learned to love each other with intention after both had experienced failed marriages.
This beautiful couple says that every decision, every wrong turn and every detour led them to and prepared them for each other. We promise that this episode will leave you encouraged and excited about love again. 🥰 Enjoy!
“Finding My Father” is the title of Christa Armstead’s upcoming memoir. Not only is Christa the mother of NFL football player Arik Armstead, but she’s also a public speaker, pastor, and devoted wife with a very touching story of her own.
In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, Christa shares how it felt to be born to an African-American teenage mom and White Catholic priest in his mid-30s who abandoned both Christa and her mother. Christa takes us on her healing journey, reminding us that there is hope for any of us experiencing the void of an absent parent or loved one.
Tune into this story of triumph to discover steps that might help you on your own path of healing.
"If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change." - Wayne Dyer.
The holidays can bring about a mixed bag of emotions for many, especially if you're missing a lost loved one or if some of your relationships have been strained. The great thing about being human is that we can change our perspectives and our output at any time. Though it's easier said than done, using gratitude as a pathway to hope is often our best bet.
In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, we explore ways to lean into gratitude to brighten up your day. And who knows? You might be able brighten up someone else's day along the way. Everything gets better with a little pie and gratitude. 😉
Have you heard of people “finding their zen”, but you’re not quite sure where they found it or how you can get some of your own? 🤔 In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, we introduce you to a new spin on meditation with the help of a spiritual guide.
We are joined by speaker, author, and creative artist, Pastor Fred Lynch @heyfredlynch. Pastor Fred is one of the founding members of one of the first gospel rap acts known as P.I.D. (Preachers in Disguise). He has been involved in ministry for over thirty-five years in multiple roles as a youth pastor, rap artist, evangelist, lead pastor, mentor, and spiritual coach.
Pastor Fred shares the meaning behind his new project entitled “Sacred Hum,” where hip hop meets meditation. His project provides an online resource that offers practical guided meditations to assist people with stress, anxiety, depression, and pain.
You’ll also get a heartwarming dose of Pastor Fred’s passion for engaging leaders in personal development to maximize their focus and effectiveness.
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Ask the Coach! We’re excited because it’s been a while since we’ve had one of our classic episodes of Ask the Coach with our resident life coach, Donecia Norwood-Smith. With over 20 years of experience of advising and coaching in various arenas, Coach Donecia never fails to leave us 10 times more enlightened than where she found us.
In this episode, we'll receive some great advice on facing the unknown. And Coach Donecia shares a little insight from her own experiences as a wife, mother of two, and co-owner of Influential, LLC., a speaking, coaching and consulting company that she co-owns with her husband, Rev. Dr. Efrem Smith.
And wait, there’s more! Coach Donecia has some great news to share about an additional role that she has taken on as an integral part of the show. This is a jam packed session of Ask - the - Coooooach!
It’s so hard to say goodbye and that’s why we refuse to say it to Chat Producer, Vanessa Outland @lovleevee. In this episode of The Chat & Chew show, we put on our big girl pants to sit down for one last episode with Vanessa in her role as producer.
Entrepreneur, mother of two, and our dear friend - Vanessa has been invaluable to the Chat & Chew Show, contributing her creative eye to recording sessions, booking special guests that we’ve all enjoyed and gleaned from, and managing Betty and Roxanne behind the scenes to keep production rolling for almost three seasons. Words cannot express how much she will be missed.
But it’s not all sniffles and tears. In this special episode, we’ll also get the inside scoop on what’s to come next from the powerhouse formally know as Producer Vanessa. You won’t want to miss the next stop on this journey.
Has the world gone vegan? Now more than ever, we are hearing of celebrities going vegan. Vegan options are becoming a norm in many restaurants. And it seems a plant-based diet can also somehow preserve the planet. But is veganism right for you?
In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, we are joined by Melva McCoy @my_vegan_journey33 who shares her experience of recently transitioning to veganism. A Washington, DC native married with two adult sons and three grandchildren, Melva declares, “I am 100% vegan and I love it!” So do her TikTok and Instagram followers who keep a watch out for her mouthwatering vegan recipes.
We just couldn’t let this moment pass without her sharing a recipe with our Chat Tribe! Tune in as Melva shows us how to go vegan with good seasoning.
Dealing with loss is difficult, no matter who you are. And we have all had to face our own share of it recently. Some have lost a job. Others have lost a relationship. If you’re anything like our guest today, you may have lost a loved one.
In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, we are joined by Edward Bempong. You may remember him from our first season on our episode about smart dating.
Edward chats with us about the sudden passing of his mother and shares some the best advice that he received. We’ll also learn how to best support a friend suffering through loss.
Let us know in the comments - what was the best thing someone said to you during your time of loss?
We had such a great time with our special guest Michela Wariebi on our "Do What You Love!" episode that we just had to keep the chatter going. She shared so many nuggets of wisdom, and left us wanting more. This is Chat & Chew, The After Show. Let us know - what has held you back from doing what you love in the past?
Don’t we all just want to do more of what we love? We’re excited to get a very special glimpse into the life of someone truly following her passion and blazing trails along the way. Michela Wariebi is a beauty expert, educator, and artist whose work has been featured in leading titles such as Marie Claire, Harper’s Bazaar and Illusions, and NBC’s Today Show. Celebrities including Beyonce, Serena Williams, Tierra Whack, Kimbra, Yasmín Winaldum and Nicole Ari Parker have called on Michela for her creative and discerning eye. And she has most recently become an honoree in Ulta Beauty’s Muse 100 - a celebration of 100 inspirational black voices in and around beauty. You do not want to miss this very episode on doing what you love!
Have you heard of life coaching, but are not quite sure what it is or how it works?
In this episode of The Chat & Chew Show, Betty shares a real issue that she would like to address and has a real life coaching session with our very own Roxanne. Yep! Your Chat & Chew host, Roxanne, also happens to be a life coach and the Founder & CEO of Cloud Walk Coaching.
If you’ve ever thought about seeing a life coach and are unsure if it’s right for you, then today’s episode will give you a sneak peek into what you can expect. Let us know in the comments - have you ever seen a life coach before? What was your experience like?
What were those marriage vows again??? If you ask any married couple, they will tell you that marriage is hard work. And some might say a lot of the work may be in yourself and constantly improving how you show up in the relationship. While many look forward to the benefits of marriage, there is a lot to be said for those couples who have made it through 10, 20, or 30 plus years. Today we’ll hear from Betty and her husband, Pastor Elwood Jones, as they share their secrets to longevity. Get ready to take notes and let us know your thoughts on what makes marriage work in the comments below.
Do you ever set a goal for yourself, get really excited about it, and then run out of the motivation you need to finish strong? Well, today’s show is for you!
Coach A.P. Alston, Holistic Life Coach and Founder/CEO of @ubu_wellness_oasis (www.ubuandloveit.com), joins us to share some of her secrets for success. She and Betty chat about how to set better goals and stay motivated.
Be ready to take notes! You’ll want to try her formula for reaching your goals and catch the many nuggets of wisdom shared in this episode.
We’re back! 🥳
We’re so excited to get into some more chattin’ and chewin’ with you for another great season of The Chat & Chew Show. On our last episode of Season 2, we exercised with Coach AP to get toned for the summer and we are still on our health kick.
On this episode, Betty and Roxanne will talk about the benefits of a new habit that they’re both trying this season. Also, we’ll provide some tips for prioritizing your health.
Let us know in the comments…
What was the one of the best changes you made towards bettering your health?
Summer is just around the corner! And if you’re anything like us, you may be thinking "Am I swimsuit ready?" On this very special episode of the Chat & Chew Show, we are getting fit for the summer with Coach AP Alston, certified Empowerment, Wellness, & Holistic Life Coach, and the Founder & CEO of Uniquely Beautiful U, LLC and U.B.U Wellness Oasis. Her holistic platform encourages women and girls to become their best selves by making positive lifestyle choices for the mind, body, and spirit. And today is no different. Coach A.P. shows us how to get our mind, body, spirit, and diets ready for the summer. Warning: participation in this episode may result in a good workout. 😉