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Niechia Smith is a small town girl with a big heart. Born in Kinston, NC and raised in a few places to include Philadelphia, PA, Washington D.C, and San Antonio, TX she is no stranger to life’s adversities. It is through her own healing journey having experienced childhood trauma, anxiety, & depression that the company Soulstice Exchange was cultivated. In 2017 she completed a holistic healing certification and is also currently an International Sports & Science Association certified personal trainer. When asked how physical health and wellness ties into spiritual well being she stated "everything we do be it for the betterment of who we are spiritually, mentally, physically, and/or emotionally helps to align us in a way that allows each and every one of us to be fully present in the world not only for ourselves but for others. Niechia is a wife and mother of 3 on a mission to share her story with the world and educate others on the benefits of holistic wellness.

Join us today for yet another great show! We are glad to have yet another person who has turned their passion into a lifestyle. We welcome NMS records CEO Shareef El-Amin Cleveland. Recently a retired member of the United States Air Force, Shareef has made an instant impact in the music industry. Better known as DJ Reef, started his career as a radio personality in Pordenone, Italy entertaining over 90,000 listeners with TPN Hit Energy Radio. His skills range from DJ, Producer, Music artist, Comedian, Promoter, and Emcee. He is also the Director of Operations at Salsa Swagg, President of AfroWorld ENT, Resident DJ at Luvvibe Ent, and CEO of North Maple Studios. He's the Executive Producers of various projects. One notable is "Seniwa"by DJ Wisky He's toured through to various countries in Europe and Asia. He's opened up for Grammy award winning artist Ginuwine, and multiple recording artist. Currently manages a roster of international artist. Reef is the epitome of living in your purpose.

Symbolic Soul was born and raised in the Jazzy vibration within New Orleans, Louisiana, but later on transported to the historic mark of Alamo city known as San Antonio, Texas where she had discovered what God purposed from her crosses. Taking pain from abuse and transforming it into a sole mission and joy in heart Symbolic Soul utilized a preparation to minister by healing lost and broken souls through her electrifying existence in a poetic style. Graduating as PHI THETA KAPPA in the honor society she pursued further to obtain a degree in sociology, while constructing the blueprinted format of becoming an electrifying singer, writer, lyricist, and performer. Acquiescing that God isn’t finished with her yet, Symbolic Soul walks upon the bricks that her Father so lays before path’s Foot printed purpose and as a published author of “HEALING SOULS” Turning Pain Into Purpose, where she delivers an inspirational message. Symbolic Soul continues in standing her ground and breaking her silence from abuse through her sweet melody that brings about an alluring healing to everyone inner spirit with a CD, which was released on March 20, 2021.

Catrell was born and raised in Bradenton, FL and entered active military service in July 2001 as a Supply Management Technician. Her background includes Logistics and Airfield Management duties at locations in Louisiana, South Korea, Georgia, Nevada, and Guam. She experienced a rocky start at the beginning of her career and it was not always easy. She started an organization called FLEX, which means “Fulfill Limitless Expectations.” She came up with this mantra because she did not always believe in herself or her abilities. This movement has spread with supporters across the globe. She is an avid believer in inspiring and pushing individuals to be their best selves. She mentored young girls under the Big Brothers Big Sisters program and believes that everyone has greatness in them as long as they believe it first.

Season 2. Ep. 1 (Part 2) - Dopee Conversations Presents Her Powerful Story w Antrinia Cardona- Christina Warner-Kathy Knisley

Dopee Conversations Presents Her Powerful Story w Antrinia Cardona- Christina Warner-Kathy Knisley

Kathya Alexander is a writer, actor, storyteller, and teaching artist. Her writing has appeared in ColorsNW Magazine, Arkana Magazine, Raising Lilly Ledbetter, and the Pitkin Review. She won the Jack Straw Artist Support Program Award; 4Culture’s Artists Projects Award; and the WRAP Award, Youth Arts Award, and the CityArtist Award from Seattle’s Office of Arts and Culture. Her play, HomeGoing, was chosen for residency at Hedgebrook Women’s Writer's Retreat and her play, Black To My Roots: African American Tales from the Head and the Heart, won the Edinburgh Festival Fringe First Award in Edinburgh, Scotland for Outstanding New Production. Her book, a collection of short stories called Angel In The Outhouse is available on Amazon.

Today's guest on Dopee Conversations is Dr. Laylon Price. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Dr. Price is the founder of Pathways Computer Learning Center. Now residing in Charlotte, NC, Dr. Price is also a high school business and IT instructor. Dr. Price founded the pathways computer learning center with one vision in mind. To bring IT into the forefront with youth. He's taught a variety of Business and IT courses such as Accounting, Java Programming, C# Programming, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Dreamweaver(just to name a few). Today we are going to share Dr. Price's story, vision, and programs. We are going to answer some questions alluding to why our youth should be actively involved in the IT world, and how Dr. Price can get us there.

Today's guest on Dopee Conversations is Kayla Woods, affectionately goes by KayKay. A product of Little Rock, AR, she's a 21 years old force to be reckoned with in the camera/film business industry. connecting with her purpose and passion in Atlanta, she took the opportunity of a lifetime working at a production studio. Taking her talents and experience back to Arkansas her dreams began to flourish in early 2019. She's now a full time entrepreneur and student. In2020, I released my two biggest projects which were “Like KayKay,” a musicvideo remake of “Like Mike” and my short film “Therapy.” With projects in works, today we will learn why kaykay was recently selected for The Arkansas Shorts "Audience choice" award for 2021.

Join us today for the first interview of 2021. We are starting it off with purpose. Today's guest is Mr. Pierre Sims. Born and raised in Little Rock AR., He's a prior US Airforce medic, and semi pro rugby played. Now a model, actor, clothing line business owner. He's made appearances on "Growing up hip hop Atlanta", produced, starred and directed in conflicted web series, appeared in numerous short films, theatrical performances at Spirit of Oakland, and most recently a cameo in hip hop artist 2 Chainz music video.

Today's rescheduled interview was a must!!! Join us tonight 630pm EST/530pm CST for a life "Shifting" conversation with a group of queens that are creating wellness with a lasting purpose. Don't miss out on a chance to be introduced to this one of a kind collaboration of creative, inspiring, and elevated health and wellness coaches. We will connect you with their mission, goals, and purpose with the hopes to change your life!!

Join us today for a MUST see interview with Mr. Rodney Green. A product of San Antonio Texas, Mr. Green is setting goals and crushing them in his own back yard. For the past 12 year he has become one of the top real estate agents in the southwest, successful traders in the stock market, part owner of trucking business, the host of a "boxing 411" podcast, and most importantly, proud FATHER of 2 young Kings We will capture how he used the same methods of grit , grind , perseverance in all aspects of his life to become a symbol of resiliency, fatherhood, businessman, and mentor.

LaVondra Mosley The founder of CocoFit, CocoSkin, HotCoco Apparel. She is a widowed mother of 2 beautiful children, Autumn 6 and Clayton 2. Went to FAMU and Troy University. Currently working on becoming NASM certified in Personal Training and a Nutrition Specialist. We will tap into here purpose, and discuss her stunning transformation.

Mr. Marrekus Wilkes. Born and raised in Memphis TN. For the past 19 years he's served in the United States for Air Force 19 years as a Joint Battlefield Spectrum Manager. Is a true family man. Together he and his wife Krysten have 6 kids one of which is special needs. They co-run run the family business Cooks With Soul. They specialize in recipe development, food blogging, and food photography. They also have our own custom spice blends that are handmade to order available on our website www.cookswithsoul.com. The goal for their business is to make recipes and content that allow the everyday home cook to feel like a gourmet chef. "Food really is a passion of mine, and I have been cooking since my mom started teaching me when I was about 9-10 years old." His plans are to retire from military in 2022 and focus 100% on our business. I am looking at starting a food trailer or truck as well as doing in home personal chef cooking and pop up kitchens.

Sherlonda Sharps originally from Annapolis, MD has been in the Air Force for almost 21 years, she entered the Air Force as a 2S0 Supply troop and retrained 3 years later to Comm, a 3D0X2 whose career field has undergone multiple changes throughout her career. Her Air Forceversary is November 24th. She has been dubbed by her troops at multiple assignments as “Momma Bear” and even though she doesn’t share that name at each assignment somehow one of them gives it to her again. She is family oriented, so she believes this is where the moniker comes from. She has 2 children Son Shamon 18 and daughter ShaMiya 9. Everything she does is for them. She recently started a business during. Her ultimate goal is to be a business consultant, women’s empowerment speaker, and overall business mogul. Right now, she is currently producing journals. She’s found that during the pandemic journaling and writing has helped her stay focused and grounded and decided to share her love of that with the world. Her store is expected to open soon for holiday shopping.

Todd Simmons is a Business Coach, Leadership Expert, and the Founder and President of Courageous Leadership Alliance. He served 25 years in the U.S. Air Force nurturing & developing the leaders of tomorrow. As a seasoned educator & business leader, Todd strives to build a coalition of change agents sharing a common aim for building a society of courageous leaders. He shares an incredible passion for helping the community and loves helping individuals in their pursuit of happiness & success. Todd’s greatest source of inspiration comes from witnessing ordinary people achieve extraordinary goals. Todd had the honor and privilege to serve the U.S. Air Force globally to include 17 years in the Pacific & European Regions and has led countless aspiring students towards the road of professional development. As the Command Chief for Air University, he encouraged, inspired, and led 50,000 resident and 120,000 non-residents Air Force affiliated students annually. Todd is an authentic voice in the leadership arena and excels in the art of building top-performance teams and redesigning organizational culture to achieve maximum effectiveness. He aims to deliver and communicate his experience & knowledge to assist leaders of tomorrow decipher the art of leadership.

Dubbed a "Power Couple" by many friends, Laurent and Amber Bailey. Both active duty Air Force and have 45 years of combined Active Duty service between the both of them. While both being retirement eligible, they knew that there had to be more that could be done to help establish a financial legacy for their family. Real estate and the insurance industry as desired fields of pursuit, they established two businesses. One, Primetime Property Solutions and independent marketing insurance agents and the rest is history.

Attorney Artessia “Tess” House manages Tess House Law, PLLC in San Antonio, Texas. Tess House Law, PLLC’s mission is to speak for those unable to speak from themselves. The firm represents victims in federal civil rights cases. On the local level, the firm represents children and parents in suits filed by the government and private family law matters. Born the eldest of four children in San Antonio, Texas, Attorney House earned a B.A. in Political Science from St. Mary’s University. Ms. House went on to earn a Texas Educator Certificate after fulfilling the requirements of the state of Texas and regulations of the State Board for Educator Certification. She later earned her J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law. During her undergraduate and post-undergraduate years, Ms. House served on the National Executive Board for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. as the Southwest Regional Representative and managed chapters in Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Arkansas, and Jamaica. Ms. House monitored issues pertaining to the use and security of intellectual property, investigated reports of hazing violations, and drafted disciplinary recommendations. Ms. House started her professional career as a school teacher for San Antonio Independent School District. As a teacher she established and maintained excellent working relationships with parents and students through consistent demonstration of professionalism, preparedness, and work ethic. She also demonstrated sound knowledge of state rules and procedures. While serving the community as a teacher, Ms. House decided to fulfill her dream of becoming an attorney. Ms. House attended St. Mary’s University School of Law where she served as Symposium Editor for The Scholar: St. Mary's Law Review on Race and Social Justice. As an editor, Ms. House organized one of the publications largest Immigration Law CLE events which provided information on the Defense of Marriage Act and sentencing advocacy for immigrants in federal court. Ms. House also served as a legal intern in the Staff Attorney’s Office for the Bexar County Civil District. Additionally, Ms. House gained sound knowledge of the Federal Torts Claims Act by interning for the Office of General Counsel for the United States Department of Veteran Affairs and was featured in Who's Who in San Antonio. She was also featured in Raising the Bar, the national newsletter for the Office of General Counsel. Attorney House is a proud alum of Leadership State Bar of Texas and has served on the State Bar of Texas Child Abuse and Neglect Committee. She is an active member of the African American Lawyers Section where she serves as the San Antonio liaison and membership chair

With an educational background in Industrial Engineering and music, Kameron Brewer has a rare combination of intelligence, talent, creativity, and determination. Not only does he serve as a Process Improvement Manager for a communications company, but he is also a music composer and producer in Atlanta, GA. Concerning music, Kameron's ultimate vision is " to create music that is memorable and special, yet simple” Brewer says. “Whether the music expresses hurt, joy, love, or anger, I want it to be something that lots of people can relate to and gravitate toward.” Included in Brewer’s musical arsenal is a variety of tracks that can be used for ballads, multi-tempo pop or R&B tunes, and gritty rap feels. “Simply-put” he says, “I have been blessed with the ability to create music in lots of different styles.” In addition to being preferred by recording artists, Kameron’s sound has also been chosen to accentuate numerous major television broadcasts and websites. “It’s definitely a blessing to be chosen to portray my musical styles in different types of media” he says. According to Darren Crisp, a recording studio owner, songwriter, and engineer, Kameron Brewer is “a force in the recording industry.” His dedication, talent, and love for the art of creating music will allow for him to be limitless in whatever he desires to do."

This is the second part of a two part #dopee conversation with Scout's Honor the founders Derrek & Aundria Williams. This time around we will go more in depth on their mental support system, branding advice, and how they do it as a family..

Dopee Panel of Men having a discussion about the idea of the black male "life board of directors", how we feel in the voids of fatherhood, the thought of raising men in America, and how we can support one another navigating in this thing we called life.

#dopeeconversation with the #founders of LS Cream Liqueur. Welcome Myriam Jean-Baptiste and Stevens Charles, both of #Haitian descent, and are making their presecne in the wine and spirit world be known. With an award-winning cream liqueur inspired by one of the most iconic beverages from Haiti, known as “kremas”. The recipe consists of a rich blend of fresh cream and neutral grain spirits mixed with coconut, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. All of which are encapsulated in a bottle that exudes style and #luxury while staying true to its #exotic #heritage. Proudly using their #family recipe and positioning itself as a #premium alternative in the cream #liqueur category, @lsliqueur has #won multiple #awards for its taste and quality, including the #Gold medal at the prestigious Wines and Spirits Wholesalers of America Competition in #Las Vegas. We are going to have a dopee conversation on their #inspirational journey to becoming a household name, and why YOU should replace Bailey's Cream and click on the link below to add their #brand to your collection of you #quaranitine bars. Who: LS cream liqueur https://www.creamls.comThis Black owned fashion brand's everyday essentials are the staples of any wardrobe. They offer a full range of essential items in a full range of sizes. Their specialty pieces are custom made to suit your individual lifestyle and your personal fashion needs.

Dopee Conversation with the founder and owners of Scouts honor clothing company. SHCLTHCO is an upscale fashion company with a purpose embedded in quality and inclusivity. Each piece is crafted with care in order to uphold our standards of excellence. This Black owned fashion brand's everyday essentials are the staples of any wardrobe. They offer a full range of essential items in a full range of sizes. Their specialty pieces are custom made to suit your individual lifestyle and your personal fashion needs. We can't wait to share their story, their purpose, why they are the Brand to support. For purchase https://scoutshonorclothingcompany.com/

We are excited to host a really special guest. We will be spending time with Miss Veteran American Finalist, Mrs Shellie Willis. Shelli wears many CROWNS, a wife and working mother of two, is a 25-year Army Veteran, who served as a drill sergeant, a financial manager and deployed in support of Desert Storm/Desert Shield, Operations Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. The Ms. Veteran America competition highlights more than the strength, courage, and sacrifice of our nations military women, but also reminds us that these women are Mothers, Daughters, Sisters and Wives. Ms. Veteran America is a movement, encouraging women veterans to uplift each other and find their tribe. Proceeds from this event provides housing for homeless women Veterans and their children. Women Veterans are currently the fastest growing homeless population in America. Over half of homeless women veterans are single mothers. www.msveteranamerica.org Tomorrow we will discuss her journey, her strong advocation to fight homelessness in the veteran women community through the final salute organization, and how YOU can support her in becoming the Next Miss Veteran America

Join us for a Dopee FOOD conversation with, Those 2 Chicks Catering Co. and The Spot by Those2Chicks are owned and operated by Shaunda and ReAnn Robledo, both former corporate chefs who decided 3 years ago to go for broke and left the security of being private chefs for the Haven for Hope Founder and started a catering company that only catered to bars and lounges. T2C recently launched a new venture, an outdoor space which serves as an performance venue, outdoor shopping and farmers market, art gallery, food truck/stand spot and FREE small business incubator. Those2Chicks are gearing up to spread joy and bring the community together, of course while being Covid safe, while enjoying great art, performances and food!As Chief Executive Officer and Founder, her vision is for Mo’s Heroes to be the conduit to provide the support veterans, service members and their family members need to achieve their personal and professional goals. Mo has been featured in GI Jobs Magazine, Be Encouraged Magazine, Life in the Overflow Magazine, The Huffington Post, The State of New Office of African American Affairs Statewide Focus Magazine, Ardent for Life, the Fayetteville Observer Newspaper, Cannon Connections Newspaper, and Ho’okele Newspaper. She has been seen on ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox. She has co-authored two best-selling books, “Shift On” and “The Voices Behind Mental Illness Anthology: The Life of a Veteran”. She currently hosts “The Mo You Know” podcast where she interviews upcoming and coming entrepreneurs. She has also worked on the sales, marketing, and promotions side of radio. Mo has received several awards and recognition to include the Special Achievement Award from the NAACP-Honolulu Branch, The Mountaire Farms “Better Carolina Award, and the Values.com “Hero of the Month” for January 2015. She has also received a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition and other special recognition awards from military leaders, elected officials and community organizations. The Department of Veterans Affair recognized Mo as “Veteran of the Day” February 2020 to kick off “Black History Month”. Mo serves as the Public Image Chair for Liberty Point Rotary Club. She is the loving mother of son, Charles and a proud native of Fayetteville, North Carolina.Tonya has received numerous awards and recognition for her role in educating and empowering our youth. She was the 2018 MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Mitchie Mitchell Commitment to Youth Award recipient. Tonya believes if we fail to educate our children our future is empty. Tonya strongly believes community policing and being actively involved is the only way to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. She has taken on many volunteer opportunities and community leadership roles. She strives to give back while encouraging and inspiring others to do the same while keeping their trust and preserving the quality of life.

Chief Executive Officer ShaDonna McPhaul, also known as ‘Mo’ is a combat veteran with 20 years of loyal service to the United States Air Force. She merged her compassion and entrepreneurial spirit and created Mo’s Heroes Inc. and The Mo You Know Marketing and Media Consulting Services, LLC As Chief Executive Officer and Founder, her vision is for Mo’s Heroes to be the conduit to provide the support veterans, service members and their family members need to achieve their personal and professional goals. Mo has been featured in GI Jobs Magazine, Be Encouraged Magazine, Life in the Overflow Magazine, The Huffington Post, The State of New Office of African American Affairs Statewide Focus Magazine, Ardent for Life, the Fayetteville Observer Newspaper, Cannon Connections Newspaper, and Ho’okele Newspaper. She has been seen on ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox. She has co-authored two best-selling books, “Shift On” and “The Voices Behind Mental Illness Anthology: The Life of a Veteran”. She currently hosts “The Mo You Know” podcast where she interviews upcoming and coming entrepreneurs. She has also worked on the sales, marketing, and promotions side of radio. Mo has received several awards and recognition to include the Special Achievement Award from the NAACP-Honolulu Branch, The Mountaire Farms “Better Carolina Award, and the Values.com “Hero of the Month” for January 2015. She has also received a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition and other special recognition awards from military leaders, elected officials and community organizations. The Department of Veterans Affair recognized Mo as “Veteran of the Day” February 2020 to kick off “Black History Month”. Mo serves as the Public Image Chair for Liberty Point Rotary Club. She is the loving mother of son, Charles and a proud native of Fayetteville, North Carolina.Tonya has received numerous awards and recognition for her role in educating and empowering our youth. She was the 2018 MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Mitchie Mitchell Commitment to Youth Award recipient. Tonya believes if we fail to educate our children our future is empty. Tonya strongly believes community policing and being actively involved is the only way to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. She has taken on many volunteer opportunities and community leadership roles. She strives to give back while encouraging and inspiring others to do the same while keeping their trust and preserving the quality of life.

Today's Guest on Dopee Conversations is Ms Tonya Nixon. Tonya is a native of Austin, Texas who has been a peace officer 16 years. She is currently the Sergeant at the Travis County Constable Precinct One office. She recently won the race for Travis County Constable Precinct One during the Texas Primary Elections held in March. Tonya will not face an opponent in the November General Election making her the first black woman to run and win the seat of Constable in the Central Texas area. Tonya is a member of the JPCA (Justices of Peace and Constables Association) and other prestigious councils and committees, one to highlight is th National Council of Negro Women. Tonya has received numerous awards and recognition for her role in educating and empowering our youth. She was the 2018 MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Mitchie Mitchell Commitment to Youth Award recipient. Tonya believes if we fail to educate our children our future is empty. Tonya strongly believes community policing and being actively involved is the only way to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. She has taken on many volunteer opportunities and community leadership roles. She strives to give back while encouraging and inspiring others to do the same while keeping their trust and preserving the quality of life.

Dopee Conversations with ArtzyBella CEO Ashley Bella. Born and raised on the southside of Atlanta, GA. She found a way to monetize her artistic talent through incorporating a company that she would be able to use to continue funding her own art career. Ashley fused her skills in business and marketing, her experience in mental health and community work, with a unique understanding of the commercialized art industry to create ArtzyBella. Ashley’s 10 year career in mental health fuels her passion for using creative solutions like therapeutic art to enhance mental health services. In her pursuit towards clinical licensure as a Registered and Licensed Art Therapist, Ashley is currently exploring innovative ways to fuse visual art, psychological research, and technology to solve complex mental health problems in communities worldwide. Ashley prides on being a self-funded visual artist that once lived out of her car when she first got started. Her humble beginning aids her commitment to the movement to revolutionize what we know and how we respond to the art industry and creative professions.

Dopee Conversation with Ms Lakeydra Houston. We will be hitting on various topics from mental wellness, challenges of staying consistent, mental health, mostly being a WOMAN in the military.

Join us today in #dopeeconversations with Ms. Taryn "LoveReigns" Wharwood. She iis the Co-Founder of the Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul, the longest running open mic in Jacksonville history & 2nd in the State of Florida; Founder of Artis(Tree)Live & The Closet Jax. LoveReigns’ passion for people and words has afforded her opportunities to perform and advocate on the hills of Washington, DC, Canada and educational institutions from K12 - University levels across the country.

Join us for a Father's Day Dopee Conversation with Tion Duane Brooks, Laurent Bailey, Iman Blyther, Acey Turner, and GIDJ Uncle Dopee