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In How to Keep Fighting Through Breast Cancer, podcast host Marcellus Rowe interviews breast cancer survivor Chris Guillard about her journey from diagnosis to survival. Chris shares the challenges she faced, what helped her continue fighting, and the lessons she learned about faith, strength, support, and refusing to give up. Presented by the Tezlyn Figaro Training Group and Push The Line Training, listeners will leave with three concrete action items to Prepare, Position, and Push. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In How to Recognize Your Bias, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down how personal experiences, assumptions, and stereotypes can influence the way we judge people, process information, and make decisions. Learn how to identify your blind spots, challenge your thinking, and prevent unconscious bias from controlling your choices. Presented by the Tezlyn Figaro Training Group and Push The Line Training, participants will leave with three concrete action items to Prepare, Position, and Push.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Effect Presents... The Tezlyn Figaro Podcast! Tezlyn Figaro delivers a passionate response to criticism surrounding Earn Your Leisure’s controversial comments about the Black community. Tezlyn breaks down the backlash, challenges the narratives being pushed online, and addresses the larger conversation about accountability, success, wealth, and how we talk about the Black community. This episode goes beyond the viral clips and social-media reactions to ask a bigger question: Where is the line between challenging the community to do better and unfairly blaming the community for systemic and economic realities? Tezlyn brings her signature straight-shot perspective to the debate—no sugarcoating, no bandwagon, and no fear of disagreement. OP August 17, 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In How to Stop Being All Things to Everyone, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down why constantly trying to meet everyone’s needs can leave you overwhelmed, distracted, and disconnected from your purpose. Learn how to set boundaries, protect your energy, and focus on what truly matters. Presented by the Tezlyn Figaro Training Group and Push The Line Training, participants will leave with three concrete action items to Prepare, Position, and Push.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In How to Spot the Warning Signs of a Heart Problem, Tezlyn Figaro discusses common and often-overlooked warning signs of heart problems, what symptoms you shouldn’t ignore, and when it may be time to seek medical attention. This is not just a podcast; this is the training room. Learn how to Prepare. Position. Push. Until something happens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In How to Spot a Fraud on the Internet, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down how to look beyond followers, impressive bios, viral content, and online popularity to determine what is actually credible. Learn how to verify the person, verify the claim, identify red flags, and follow the money and motive before you trust, share, donate, purchase, or promote. This is not just a podcast; this is the training room. Each episode gives you three clear action items you can put to work immediately. As founder of Push the Line Training, Tezlyn challenges you to Prepare. Position. Push. Until something happens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode recap, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down her fiery first conversation with Killer Mike on Conversate, covering Black leadership, political power, accountability, and what it means to stand on principle even when your own community pushes back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In how does local politics affect the social justice outcome in Mississippi Tezlyn Figaro breaks down why elections—especially local and state elections, directly impact the fight for social justice. Advocacy, organizing, protesting, and public pressure matter, but at some point the outcome can come down to who holds the power: the state attorney, sheriff, judges, governor, legislators, and other elected or appointed decision-makers. This is not just a podcast; this is the training room. Each episode gives you three clear action items you can put to work immediately. As founder of Push the Line Training, Tezlyn challenges you to Prepare. Position. Push. Until something happens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of How To with Tezlyn Figaro, Tezlyn sits down with Kristi Williams to discuss the vision behind The Vernon Witness Experience, an immersive museum dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of Tulsa's Historic Vernon A.M.E. Church and the Greenwood community. Kristi shares how she transformed an unfunded idea into a $1.5 million preservation project, offering practical lessons on leadership, fundraising, strategic partnerships, and turning vision into reality. Whether you're a business owner, nonprofit leader, advocate, or someone with a big idea, this episode will inspire you to think bigger, build with purpose, and create a lasting impact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burnout doesn't always look like exhaustion. Sometimes it looks like procrastination, lack of motivation, irritability, brain fog, or simply feeling disconnected from work you once loved. High achievers often ignore the warning signs because they're so focused on getting the job done. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro explores the difference between being tired and being burned out, why constantly pushing yourself isn't a badge of honor, and how to recognize when it's time to reset before burnout begins affecting your health, relationships, and performance. Learn practical strategies to protect your energy, establish boundaries, prioritize what matters most, and continue pursuing your goals without running yourself into the ground. Success shouldn't come at the expense of your well-being. The goal isn't just to work hard, it's to work sustainably.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Too many entrepreneurs, influencers, and content creators have built their entire financial future around an algorithm they don't own and can't control. One platform update, policy change, or drop in reach can instantly impact their income. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down why relying on social media as your primary source of income is one of the biggest mistakes aspiring business owners can make. Learn how to turn visibility into opportunity, leverage your relationships instead of just your follower count, diversify your revenue streams, and build a business that exists beyond likes, shares, and viral moments. The algorithm should be your marketing strategy, not your business strategy. If you're serious about building long-term wealth, ownership, and financial independence, this conversation is for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Success isn't determined by how you see yourself; it's determined by how the public sees you. Whether you're launching a business, running for office, leading a nonprofit, managing a crisis, or building your personal brand, perception matters. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro explains how to shape your narrative before someone else does. Learn why facts alone aren't enough, how to build credibility, communicate with purpose, respond to criticism without losing control of your message, and earn the trust that opens doors. Winning the court of public opinion isn't about manipulation; it's about strategically telling your story, building authentic relationships, and consistently showing people who you are and what you stand for. If you're trying to gain customers, supporters, voters, investors, donors, or influence, this episode will help you prepare your message, position your brand, and PUSH (Push Until Something Happens) with confidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The internet has made it easier than ever to connect with people, but it's also made it easier for law enforcement to connect the dots. Every post, comment, message, search, photo, livestream, and digital transaction can become part of a larger picture. In this episode, Tezlyn Figaro explores how careless online behavior can draw unwanted attention from law enforcement and why even legal activity can raise questions when viewed in the context of a broader investigation. Learn how prosecutors and investigators use digital evidence, why your online footprint matters, and how impulsive decisions can have long-term consequences. This isn't about living in fear; it's about understanding that what you do online can have real-world consequences. Whether you're an entrepreneur, activist, influencer, student, or everyday social media user, this episode will help you think before you post and understand why protecting your digital reputation is just as important as protecting your personal one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do so many people wait for a new year, a new month, or a major life event to make a change? In this episode of Push The Line Podcast, Tezlyn Figaro explains why you don't need a calendar date to start over. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, off track, or simply ready for something different, this episode provides practical steps to help you reset your mindset, habits, and goals right now. Because the best time to start improving your life isn't January 1st—it's the moment you decide you're ready. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever pick up your phone for five minutes and look up an hour later wondering where the time went? In this episode of Push The Line Podcast, Tezlyn Figaro breaks down how social media platforms are designed to capture your attention and keep you scrolling. More importantly, she provides practical strategies to help you take back control of your time, increase your productivity, and focus on the goals that matter most. Learn how to stop being a consumer of content and become intentional about how you spend your time online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.