Mindful Hustler

#32 In this week’s episode, we sit down with Joie Langford, powerhouse founder of Shades Consultancy, for a raw, grounded conversation about what it really takes to lead with purpose. Joie opens up about the mindset shifts, growing pains, and moments of self-discovery that shaped her entrepreneurial journey, revealing the inner work required when you're building something bigger than yourself....

#31 This week, we sit down with Wendy Ekua Da’Cruz—award-winning tech strategist, food entrepreneur, and co-founder of The Mushroom Angel Company and VGC Group. Wendy’s journey spans global consulting and a mission to rewrite how we eat and lead. Together we dive into: Her early career in tech and the shift toward food innovation. The “aha” moment that sparked The Mushroom Angel’s mushroom-first f...

#30 In this episode, we sit down with Chesney Blue, a Registered Dietitian and co-founder of Blue Counseling and Wellness Center, a holistic mental wellness hub dedicated to helping communities of color heal mind, body, and spirit. Chesney shares her journey from childhood experiences that shaped her relationship with food and mental health to building a thriving integrative practice that bridges...

#29 In this episode, we sit down with Mishelle Ekunsirinde, founder and CEO of Play and Oak- a design-forward boutique curating children’s play spaces that are as intentional as they are beautiful. In this heart-centered conversation, Mishelle shares: Her journey from idea to brand rooted in identity and motherhood The courage it takes to quiet the inner critic and embrace the unknown Why creating...

#28 In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Ebokosia, founder & CEO of The Gem Project and The Civil & Human Rights Commissioner of Bloomfield Township. This episode is an inspiring look at her 15-year journey building an award-winning nonprofit that empowers youth of color through healing-centered leadership. Amanda shares her origin story, the courage it takes to disrupt outdated system...

#27 If you’re ready to stop second-guessing, start owning your story, and finally find alignment in your work, this conversation is for you. Are you struggling to find your niche or figure out what direction your business should take? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share how lack of clarity is often rooted in the fear of being seen. We’ll explore how your inner child might still be running t...

#26 In this episode, we sit down with the fabulous and always inspiring, Nashima Harvey. Nashima is an educator, mentor, entrepreneur, and founder of The Little Green House, an educational consultancy reimagining how we approach learning with creativity, inclusivity, and soul. Nashima takes us on her journey from classroom to CEO, sharing how she leans on universal laws, the power of attraction, a...

#25 In this episode, I unpack the truth about “building the plane as you fly it”, the messy, imperfect, but deeply necessary process of starting before you have all the answers. We’ll explore how procrastination often isn’t laziness, but your inner child (aka secret business partner) holding onto fear, self-doubt, or old subconscious feelings. I’ll share how to recognize these inner roadblocks, ge...

#24 In this episode, I sit down with Ora Kemp, food equality advocate, policy and education leader, and founder of The Bodega Bites, a brand dedicated to ‘feeding the fight for food as a right. We dive into her journey of turning passion into purpose, the realities of building a mission-driven brand, and how she’s changing the conversation around food justice and accessibility. If you’ve ever drea...

#23 Ever start something with all the excitement in the world… only to hit a wall, ghost it, and repeat the cycle all over again? I know that pain all too well. In this solo episode, I’m sharing my real story of a decade-long battle with inconsistency, how childhood conditioning was secretly running the show, and the surprising way I finally learned to trust a process- and stick with it. We’ll tal...

#22 Discover how Salimah Scott, founder and CEO of Urban GLŌ, transformed a passion project into a thriving self-care brand. In this episode, we talk about how launching with just three candle scents and a dream turned into owning a brick-and-mortar shop ,hosting in-person candle-making experiences, and creating unforgettable candles for the heart & home. Salimah opens up about balancing mothe...

#21 This week, we sit down with the radiant Lissette, founder and CEO of Amazing Spaces , a professional organizing company dedicated to turning chaotic, dysfunctional spaces into peaceful sanctuaries. Lissette opens up about her journey as an entrepreneur, wife, and mom of two, and what it really takes to start a business from scratch. From learning to trust herself to creating systems that suppo...

#20 In this episode we sit down with realtor and entrepreneur Kiyah Clark to talk about what it really takes to bet on yourself and build a brand from scratch, especially in a competitive industry like real estate. Kiyah shares the emotional and mental shifts she had to make to walk away from the safe, predictable path and say yes to her calling. We talk about her journey, what it's like being a w...

#19 What do you do when things just don’t go as planned? In this solo episode I’m sharing a very real, very raw moment where nothing went right -tech failed, emotions flared, and I was left questioning everything. But here’s the truth: sometimes, the unraveling is exactly what we need to realign. From tech crashes to self-doubt spirals, I walk you through the behind-the-scenes of a day that tested...

#18 In this solo episode, I’m getting real about the invisible forces that keep so many future female founders stuck, not because they lack ideas, passion, or purpose… but because they’re tangled in perfectionism, fear, overthinking, and old psychological patterns that haven’t yet been healed. I break down the core psychological blockers that show up most often in my work as a licensed therapist a...

#17 Ready to stop playing small and start showing up in your full power? In this episode, we sit down with the one and only Dr. Ijeoma — brand strategist, coach, and founder of Dr. Ijeoma & Co., where she helps minority-owned businesses turn their vision into magnetic visibility. We talk all things strategy and soul on how to find your true brand voice, stop blending in, and how to build a bus...

#16 This week, I’m joined by none other the amazing community strategist and purpose-led powerhouse- Hannah Tall. She’s the brilliant mind behind Grow Tall, a trailblazing social impact consultancy transforming how corporations and nonprofits serve communities of color with authenticity, innovation, and deep-rooted equity at the core. Hannah has worked behind the scenes of some of the most iconic...

#15 In this episode, I’m joined by Amira—a powerhouse mama, marketing queen, and creative visionary making major waves in the media world. We get into the real behind-the-scenes of what it takes to juggle motherhood, marriage, and multi-million dollar campaigns while staying rooted in purpose. Amira shares how she’s carved out a thriving personal brand, landed leadership roles at iconic media comp...

#14 In this episode of Mindful Hustler, I sit down with the incredibly talented Carletta Girma, a soulful photographer whose lens is rooted in authenticity, intention, and legacy. From her first camera to becoming a sought-after brand photographer, Carletta shares how she built a business that not only reflects her creative genius, but also her values. We explore how she turned her passion into pu...

#13 In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey- a board certified psychiatrist, lifestyle medicine physician, immunologist, and trusted medical voice on many national platforms like ABC News and Fox 5 DC. Dr. Adjoa opens up about the soul of her journey and brings her multi-dimensional expertise to the table, showing us how she balances clinical excellence with soulful storytelling....

#12 Today we sit down with the brilliant Briana Taylor- an AI product marketer who’s on a mission to help small and medium-sized businesses work smarter with the power of AI. We talk about everything from breaking into the tech world as a woman of color, to how she balances her dynamic career with her love for travel, creativity, and personal style. Briana is the kind of person who turns curiosity...

#11: What happens when a woman refuses to ignore her calling—and decides to build an empire instead? In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Keri Smith, Founder and CEO of Progressive Home Care. Keri shares how her early experiences as a caregiver led her to create one of the most impactful home care organizations in the tri-state area. But this isn’t just a story about healthcar...

#10: In this episode, I sit down with Janet Pierre Toussaint, LCSW, MBA—psychotherapist, founder, and CEO of Progressive Healing Co.—to talk about what it really takes to stop playing small and start building the vision you’ve always poured into others. Janet shares how she transitioned from supporting someone else’s dream to finally creating her own, and the internal work required to believe she...

#9: In this episode, I sit down with beauty entrepreneur and master stylist Shantise Michelle to talk about the real journey from employee mindset to empowered CEO. She shares how she learned the craft, built confidence in her skills, and made bold decisions to do business her own way —even when it meant breaking the rules she was taught. We explore: The mindset shift from working for others to be...

#8: In this powerful episode of Mindful Hustler , I sit down with Vanessa , the founder of BlackGirl Yoga and The Zen Lounge , two transformative spaces that are redefining what healing looks like for Black women and women of color. We talk about: The journey from personal healing to community impact How Vanessa turned her passion for wellness into thriving businesses The power of creating safe, s...