Dope Conversations

In this powerful episode of Dope Conversations Podcast, we sit down with my friend Tameka Payton to talk about life’s toughest moments—and how she continues to rise, shine, and smile through them all. From personal lows to unexpected highs, Tameka’s story is a masterclass in resilience, faith, and the refusal to quit. Tune in as we explore how strength is built in the struggle, how joy can be a ch...

What happens when you turn the “painful ” moments of life into something meaningful? Today's guest is a hilarious comedian, social media influencer, and amazing mom. She shares how she navigated challenges and embraced her journey with purpose and passion. Get ready for laughs, real talk, and motivation to trust your own process.

Rich Aunties is the vibe—and the village—you didn’t know you needed. They’re rich in friendship, overflowing with support, and dripping in authenticity. This isn’t about flaunting wealth—it’s about building it from the inside out. Through deep conversations, prayer, maintaining a sisterhood, laughter, and real talk, they celebrate what it means to show up for yourself and your sisters. Because bei...

I had an amazing and powerful convo with none other than Tanzy - a true LEGEND in the hair industry with over 30+ years of experience and still going strong! We talked about the highs and lows, the hustle, and how she continues to thrive with grace, resilience, and purpose. She's not just a hairstylist — she's a phenomenal mom, daughter, sister, friend, and entrepreneur who wears all her hats like...

I had a super DOPE CONVERSATION with Donzaleigh on Embracing The Seasons Of Life! Life moves in seasons—some full of growth and sunshine, others marked by stillness and change. “Embracing The Seasons” is a heartfelt episode for anyone navigating the rhythms of life, whether you’re in a season of transition, healing, hustle, or rest. Enjoy!

We’re back with another episode with ya girl Bella, and we’re talking about how it’s OK to not be OK!! Omg so had to learn that!! Taking the mask off and being with self!!! Every day isn’t going to be perfect or go the way we want it to go! Life isn’t gonna be a walk in the park!! The truth is life is going to life and it gets hard!! We’re taught to be strong, to push our way through, and to keep...

Today’s episode we talk about how I celebrated my BIRTHDAY unapologetically!! For so long we live to please others, we dummy ourselves down, and we don’t feel deserve to celebrate ourselves!! BUT YOU DO!! You have to say to yourself, I DESERVE THIS!! I am enough, I am beautiful and amazing, and I am worth it!!! I DESERVE TO CELEBRATE AND BE CELEBRATED!! Make the memory and be intentional about YOU...

Grab your airpods, the remote control popcorn, ice cream and cookies, or even your full plate of dinner as I have a DOPE CONVERSATION with my girl who I simply call, BoBo!!❤️ She loves Jesus, she’s beautiful, sweet, a fashionista, funny, and has a big heart!!! During our dope conversation today, we chatted about our traumas, our BIG HEARTS, childhood, rejection, our triumphs, and much more….. ENJO...

Today’s episode is about HEALING! Being committed to the journey of healing the heart, the mind, and becoming the best version of yourself! I sat down and had a DOPE CONVERSATION with Lashawn who has made a choice to start her healing journey, and not only is she healing but she is HEALING OUT LOUD! She’s taking you with her as she is being vulnerable, and transparent during the process! Showing y...

What a super dope way to end our LOVE WINS series, than to have a Dope Conversation with my brother and sister!!!!! Omg the laughs!! You’re gonna get to learn how they met, how Tonya kidnapped Earl🤣🤣! The breaks ups to makes ups, and how they are committed to doing life together and, no matter what, they will always choose each other!!! With a love like that…. LOVE WILL ALWAYS WIN!!!!❤️❤️

Our “Love Wins” series continues!! We had a super DOPE CONVERSATION of what we would call the excellence of SPIRITUAL BLACK LOVE!!!! Their journey to love started as teenagers and here we are 20 yrs later! ❤️LOVE WINS!!

Our Love Wins Series is so full of “The Good Stuff”! This weeks episode is with one of my favorite couples Ron and Charasma Moseley!! We thoroughly enjoyed this conversation as we talked about the highs and lows of relationships and marriage! The laughs and realness with this couple was sooooo DOPE!! Love truly wins!! Enjoy❤️

We’re baaaacccckkkkk!!! Season 2 of Dope Conversations Podcast is BACK and February is the month and our series of LOVE!!!!! I hope you enjoy my husband and I as we are busting episode 1 wide open, with a DOPE CONVERSATION!!!! #LOVESWINS❤️

I DID IT, I completed SEASON 1 for the DOPE CONVERSATIONS PODCAST!!! Tune in as we do a recap of the season. Thank you to every guest who said yes and took time out of your busy lives to share and have a DOPE CONVERSATION with ME!! You are appreciated!! Love you BIG❤️

I CHOSE ME IN THIS SEASON!! I am taking care of myself both mentally and physically! Prioritizing my needs, Healing and unlearning negative tendencies. Setting boundaries and loving who loves me! Feels good here!! Hope this episode inspires you to BE HAPPY! You deserve it!

Today I had the privilege of having a super DOPE conversation with some amazing moms who have a child/children who live a life on the spectrum. I believe this is a conversation that needs to be had to bring about awareness, acceptance, understanding and coping skills as a parent!! I called the mom’s SUPER HEROS, they are AMAZING!! I hope you enjoy this conversation, thank you for the opportunity l...

I had such a Dope Conversation with this amazing young lady! Kiara and I spoke about the grind, the hustle, her success, her profession and, being a boss!!! Make sure you tune in, you just might grab a nugget or two or even three!!!! Thank you Kiara!!!

We’re back with an episode to remind you to KEEP GOING SIS!! I know life has been a lot here lately. Our job is to KEEP GOING, and don’t give up! We have to lean into GOD now more than ever and trust he is gonna take care of it all. Quitting and giving in or up is simply not an option, you’re way too DOPE for that! KEEP GOING SIS!!!

I got my bestie, Lakisha Jackson, AKA PETA to POD with me!!! I was sooooo excited to have her today!!!!! She’s more of a behind-the-scenes girl but I got her to sit on the couch with some wine to talk about TRAVELING THE WORLD, LIVING LIFE TO THE FULLEST WITH NO REGRETS, TURNING 50 AND MAKING MEMORIES WITH YOUR BESTIE AND THOSE YOU TRULY LOVE!! It was truly a DOPE CONVERSATION!! Enjoy the episode!...

Today’s episode is one of my most vulnerable and transparent to date. I literally, just MISS MY MOMA!!!! The day I did this pod, was a HEAVY DAY!! I went back and forth with myself as to whether or not I needed to share this very emotional space I was in, but this is ME and I’m not OK sometimes and that’s ok! I needed this release and I pray it helps at least one!

Life as you know it can change in a blink of an eye!! I had the honor of sitting with one of the most RESILIENT women I know! Toni Avant has suffered a loss back to back to back and yet she stands! She will tell you that it takes everything she has EVERYDAY to make to get up and push through, but she does it! She will from now on be my reminder and inspiration that no matter how hard life gets, I...

Today’s episode is a conversation with your girl BELLA!!!! We’re talking about exactly just how amazingly dope WE really are!! It’s inevitable that LIFE IS GOING TO LIFE!! But we must give ourselves grace, and be proud of ourselves for how far we have come! WE ARE DOPE AND WE GOT THIS !!!! It’s our job to be that reminder to ourselves and others as much as we can!!

My special guest Amilcar Butler was convicted of 2 life sentences, he appealed his conviction HIMSELF and received clemency after 20 years!!!!! Amilcar Butler, the respectful son, super smart student, and an amazing basketball player by day, and hustler at night!! Please join in on this DOPE CONVERSATION I had with Amilcar LIVE ON THE PODCAST! As he shares his life, his journey, and his story with...

This weeks episode is about DOING HARD THINGS. One thing we will do is allow doubt, fear, other people's opinions and procrastination to not push us to our fullest potential! We often stop and give up when things get hard. But we have to say to ourselves, I CAN DO HARD THINGS!!!  Let’s talk about it!! 

Friends for 30+ years!! I had a DOPE CONVERSATION with some amazing men who shared what true friendship and brotherhood is! I truly enjoyed this conversation on BROTHERHOOD! We talk about childhood memories, the importance of brotherhood, losing their dads and MORE!!! You’re definitely in for a treat!!