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Yvette talks with Michelle Cassandra Johnson who is an author, activist, spiritual teacher, racial equity consultant and educator.  Michelle share with Yvette that her approach to her life and work comes from a place of knowing that  we are, we can, and we must heal individually and collectively.   Michelle's new book is You Are Protected - Invoking Spiritual Support to Sustain Your Energy.

Yvette talks with Tracee Stanley, the author of Living Ritual: Infuse Each Day with Purpose and Spirit and the bestselling books Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are. In her conversation with Yvette, Tracee shares sacred rituals that anyone can practice to bring purpose and presence in their daily life.  Tracee is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 30 years of studentship in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters. Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. She holds certificates from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Advanced Eco-Therapy, New Thinking, Best Practices, and Emerging Modalities, and a certificate in Advanced Ecopsychology.

Yvette talks with Marissa Christie, President & CEO of United Way of Bucks County.  Marissa shares with Yvette her passion for the non-profit work she helped develop at United Way.  She created and scaled the HELP Center, an innovative model that combines immediate essentials, trusted guidance, and access to a network of services in one place, helping thousands of families move from crisis to stability.   Marissa's recent honors include being named a Philadelphia Titan 100, a Philadelphia Business Journal Woman of Distinction, Children First's Advocate of the Year, and the inaugural recipient of Bucks County Community College's Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Leadership Award.  United Way of Bucks County: https://www.uwbucks.org/

Yvette has a conversation with Morgan Maxwell Diprimo about a critical and very impactful health issue facing our society today.  Morgan is the Founder and President of Align33 Media and creator of Mind Over Mirror, a documentary and educational initiative focused on eating disorder awareness, prevention, and early intervention.  Morgan shares her longtime advocacy and personal experience with an eating disorder.   Through storytelling, media, and public engagement, Morgan is working to change the conversation around eating disorders and help save lives.    Align33 Media: https://align33media.org/; https://www.instagram.com/align33media/

Yvette's conversation with Jamie Driver explores what perseverance is like for a mixed martial arts and Bare-Knuckle boxer.  Jamie is the reigning welterweight world champion with Bare Knuckle Boxing (BKB).  She began her career in mixed martial arts before transitioning into bare knuckle boxing during COVID.   Jamie's journey has been defined by perseverance.  She shared with Yvette that while competing in mixed martial arts, she faced a life-threatening health crisis that nearly ended her career.   Following her most recent bout, Jamie is recovering from a significant arm and wrist injury that required surgery.  Through it all, she now has her sights set pursuing a second world title in the 140-pound division.

Yvette talks with Veronica Alston, the founder of Golden Dew Drop, a health and wellness brand of natural and botanical products designed to support everyday holistic self-care.   Veronica shared her strong faith in God's healing powers and how through prayer God has shared the formulas for her products.  Listen to this episode and hear how Veronica's customers have responded to her body pain oil and hair growth treatment.

Yvette talks with Tara Bane about her book Evolution of a Heart.  The book chronicles Tara's life from the age of 29 when she watched the World Trade Center's Twin Towers crumble while knowing her husband was inside.  Over the 25 years since 9/11, Tara did the painstaking work of healing.  The book provides life lessons that will serve all who read the book, and it is especially poignant for those who have faced a loss of any magnitude.

Yvette talks with Priya Guru who is above all, a woman of faith and compassion. She is a restaurateur, animal rescue advocate, and founder of Guru's Guardian Angels, a nonprofit with a mission to save and improve the lives of stray animals around the world.   She has built a life around food, community, and compassion—running Indian restaurants while using every meal served as a way to help rescue, rehabilitate, and protect stray animals, especially cows and dogs in India. Her journey has been shaped by both purpose and struggle.  She believes true legacy is not measured by wealth, but by how many lives she can touch, protect, and uplift.  Through her work, her voice, and her story, she hopes to inspire others to lead with courage, kindness, and purpose.

Yvette talks with the dynamic owner of Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn, Cynthia Fulford.  After more than 30 years in student development and higher education leadership, Cynthia transitioned into entrepreneurship.  Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn is a specialty popcorn shop and production facility in Ewing, New Jersey.  The business has become known for its fresh, preservative-free popcorn made daily in small batches, offering more than 60 unique flavors that transform a simple snack into a shared experience.  Yvette loves Cynthia's take on legacy.  Cynthia lives out the belief that legacy is not just what you leave behind—it's what you build, invest in, and pour into others every day. Cynthia and her work are a living legacy.

Yvette talks with the founder of gina, Korin Korman.  Korin, through her life long journey, started gina, a women's wellness brand dedicated to restoring comfort, confidence, and care to an often overlooked area of health. Korin has worked closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and formulation experts, to bring together medical insight, thoughtful design, and natural ingredients to establish the use of coconut oil for internal vaginal moisturizing.  Korin's mission is to help women feel beautiful inside and out, and to create hormone-free solutions that support women through every stage of life.  Yvette and Korin talk about the importance of empowering the discussion of and accessibility to trusted and experienced vaginal care.  Learn more about gina by clicking on the link below:  https://getgina.com/pages/our-story

Yvette talks with Lindsey Ham Sr. about his book, The Reality of Everything, which took 30 years to write. For years he kept notes of his important thoughts and has expanded on those notes through his book. Lindsey is a U.S. Army combat veteran officer with 27 years of service, including duty as a Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) defense soldier, and is a veteran of the Iraq War. Lindsey's professional journey includes work as an over-the-road truck driver, flight attendant, and a railroad industry professional. He is a former college football player who later went on to coach semi-professional football.

John "The Bossman" Hall talked with Yvette about his admiration of James Brown and his music. John now often performs as a James Brown Legacy Carrier. In the past, John worked with Michael Jackson when his dancing group got picked to do an Album for Michael Jackson, The Broadway Thrillers Let's Do the Michael Jackson. He was also a winner at the Apollo and was a contestant on America's Got Talent. He was an extra in the movie CREED ONE and co-star of the movie Erie Planet Live.

Yvette talks about leadership and management with Tess Fyalka, founder of Angle Coaching and Communication, and author of Walking the Leadership Ledge The New Leader's Guide to Building Resilience and Confidence at Every Step. Tess has worked with leaders in multiple industries. In her discussion with Yvette, Tess demonstrates her passion for helping leaders at all levels develop the essential core competencies to lead successfully. Though her work, Tess equips organizational teams with the tools they need to cut through challenging team dynamics and achieve their full potential.

Yvette met Darius Wallace at his performance of Frederick Douglass at the Newtown Theatre in Newtown, Pennsylvania. His performance was on February 4, 2026, 162 years from when Frederick Douglass in fact visited Newtown Hall, now Newtown Theatre. Darius Wallace's performance was riveting. He transported the audience to another place and time with his delivery of "Frederick Douglass: The Self-Made Man and The Work of Rebuilding a Nation."   In Yvette's conversation with Darius, he shares his work in television and film and his journey overcoming his personal challenges with mental health. He sustains his creative life through the practice of Tai Chi, meditation, prayer, and lifelong study, bringing presence, truth, and intention to his chosen work.   Darius is an author, coach, Hollywood actor, director, and filmmaker who has built a strong television and film career, appearing in projects such as Nothing But the Truth, Brian Banks, and The World We Make. His television credits include Law & Order, Law & Order: SVU, Reasonable Doubt, and Tyler Perry's Sistas.