The Queen Series Podcast

Episodes

1. 21

   Episode 21 - It's Okay not to be Okay with Jodianne Beckford

   ****TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains potentially distressing material***** "Facing my fears has been my new life mantra. Don't allow fear to cripple you into a slow coma. Tell yourself that you can do it daily. Push yourself, because you're worth it" -Jodianne Beckford. We tend to...

   Nov 22, 2019

   42 min
2. 20

   Episode 20 - Write, Release, Repeat with Kish Writes

   Expression is the process of making known one’s thoughts and feelings. The ability for us as individuals to express requires a certain level of self-awareness, which develops more and more with time. Poet, singer/songwriter, author Kish Writes has harnessed her self-awareness and expression…

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   Sep 5, 2019

   34 min
3. 19

   Episode 19 - Ask and You Shall Receive with Elayna Christine

   There's such a taboo in our community surrounding asking for help -- no matter how small or big the ask is. Societal pressures and stigmas surrounding the Strong Black Woman (SBW) phenomenon and also cultural implications have made it difficult to call on our counterparts for assistance. But the...

   Aug 20, 2019

   19 min
4. 18

   Episode 18: Money, Money, Money, Mon-ay with Nechelle Of Money Basics

   Less than 3.5% of 80,000 financial planners in the United States are black/latino. Further, extensive research shows that there is a jarring lack of financial literacy within the black and latino communities. There is a persistent racial financial literacy gap that exists and Financial Strategist...

   Jul 30, 2019

   42 min
5. 16

   Episode 16 - Let's Talk About Success, Baby with Elayna Christine

   Success isn't something that happens overnight, and in fact; an indication of success doesn't always include how many M's you've got hiding in your bank account. The truth about success is that we get to define and say what makes us successful and what doesn't. On this episode of the Queen Series...

   Jul 23, 2019

   31 min
6. 15

   Episode 15 - (EXCLUSIVE) What's the Tea, E?

   Here's a behind the scene's update on the projects in the works! #AMPLIFYHER2020 Listen Canada, there’s an elephant in the room, and the SisterTalk Leadership Academy & Group is on a mission to address it. Gone are the days where we shy away from the conversations that make us uncomfortable,...

   Jul 16, 2019

   25 min
7. 14

   Episode 14 - It’s Complicated - Growth in Business with Tyler Ferguson

   Personal and professional growth in life is necessary but undoubtedly difficult. In fact, the process can be particularly hard for entrepreneurs who must make time and space for business growth and self development at the same time. But, what happens at that beautiful, albeit messy, intersection…

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   Jul 3, 2019

   49 min
8. 13

   Episode 13 - Balance? I don't know her. with Karlena Waugh

   Work-life balance is a concept that we've heard time and time again. In theory, it's the act of dedicating equal time to living the life you deserve and working on the life you'd like to build. But what happens when the lines are blurred between the two and the definition of balance is hijacked…

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   Jun 24, 2019

   45 min
9. 12

   Episode 12 -PART II If At First You Don't Succeed... with Shukura Clarke

   She's back! Queen @shukura.c has some big news that she'd like to share since her last visit with the Queen Series. This episode, Shukura sits down with Elayna Christine to talk about her biggest transformation yet and gets into what led her to choosing this path. As you remember, Shukura's first...

   Jun 17, 2019

   43 min
10. 11

    Episode 11 - IN STUDIO You Say He's Just a Friend ... (Re)defining Relationships with Ama Vee

    As our minds begin to awaken and our awareness of the world around us is brought to the forefront of our consciousness, our desire for a deeper connection with those around us is stronger than ever before. Thus, defining the connections that we make with others is not only complicated but…

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    Jun 4, 2019

    53 min
11. 10

    Episode 10 - BlackGirlMagic on the Red Carpet LIVE from the Harry Jerome Awards

    Ouuu Finally! The LIVE podcast is up! The Queen Series Podcast was on the red carpet at the 37th annual Harry Jerome Awards - an event recognized as the most prestigious national awards gala in the Afro-Canadian community. Host Elayna Christine sat down with Trailblazer Award recipient, Paulette...

    May 23, 2019

    37 min
12. 9

    Episode 9 - If At First You Don't Succeed... Persistence After Failure with Shukura Clarke

    Shukura Clarke is a passionate entrepreneur with big dreams and even more ideas. Last Summer, she created Issa Sisterhood, a podcast all about the black experience for women of color in Toronto. After completing her first season with her co-hosts, she decided to hit the pause button on the…

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    May 13, 2019

    35 min
13. 8

    Episode 8 - The Process of Unlearning with Jen Katshunga

    Unlearning is learning to think, behave, or perceive differently, when there are already beliefs, behaviors, or assumptions in place (that get in the way), at either the individual or the organizational level. The unlearning process can be a very difficult one especially when said behaviors are...

    May 6, 2019

    43 min
14. 8

    The Spirit of Music with Sonia Aimy

    In this special episode, @ElaynaChrisitine sits down with Sonia Aimy, singer/songwriter, and the Executive Director of the African Women Acting to dissect the art of making music from the spirit and to discuss the upcoming African Women Acting Festival. The 4th edition of the AWA Festival 2019...

    Apr 23, 2019

    35 min
15. 7

    Episode 7 - Affirming the Life YOU Deserve with Shakira Moore

    Affirmations work wonders for self-confidence, self motivation, and manifestations. As we increasingly familiarize ourselves with the power of the tongue, we often seek guidance from others to help us develop what we want to affirm in our lives. While this is a great start to building from…

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    Apr 15, 2019

    44 min
16. 6

    Episode 6 - Ready, Set, Go. Spirituality at the Starting line with Zakiya Hutchinson

    The journey of being connected with self isn’t one that happens overnight. In fact, it takes time (and lots of it) to even begin to understand its importance and power in our lives. The desire to become more self-aware can hit like a ton of bricks for some and for others --not hit at all. For...

    Apr 6, 2019

    43 min
17. 5

    Episode 5 - Inclusion in Entertainment, are we there yet? With Tasheena Laudelle

    Join host @ElaynaChristine as she sits down with Actress/Model Tasheena Laudelle as they discuss the importance of inclusion in the Entertainment industry. In a performative industry, how can we ensure that our development from within isn't lost? Listen in as we explore and navigate the ways in...

    Mar 26, 2019

    36 min
18. 4

    Episode 4 - 11 Affirmations for the Soul

    This week on the #1 Podcast for Women's Empowerment, host @ElaynaChristine talks about all things affirmations. What they are, why we use them, and 11 affirmations that you may us to contribute to better overall wellness. Elayna breaks each down one-by-one and encourages you to write em' down,...

    Mar 15, 2019

    28 min
19. 3

    Episode 3 - The Power of Forgiveness with Ama-Vee

    Host Elayna Christine sits down with Victoria aka "Ama-Vee, to discuss how the power of forgiveness jump started her journey towards mental and physical healing. Ama-Vee talks about how she recognized the need to forgive herself, and others, in order to embark on her healing process and what…

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    Mar 8, 2019

    42 min
20. 2

    Episode 2 - Overcoming Fear with Danielle Spencer

    Being your own boss sounds great --flexible hours, extended lunch breaks, and optimum work life balance, but it comes with its fair deal of challenges --profit margins, return on investment, and a great deal of trial and error. Regardless of the risk and reward, the biggest challenge to becoming...

    Mar 1, 2019

    36 min
21. 1

    Episode 1 - If I Ruled the World

    Welcome to the very first episode of the Queen Series Podcast with your host @ElaynaChristine. She breaks down her purpose for starting the podcast and discusses the TWO WORDS that changed her life! Visit us www.thequeenseries.melaninqueens.com FOLLOW @TheQueenSeriesPodcast @ElaynaChristine...

    Feb 22, 2019

    7 min