Frankly Speaking with Tyra G

Take a moment to let this settle in your heart. Some women reach great heights yet quietly wonder, "Is this all there is?" Others dwell in the shadows of shame, unable to untangle their worth from their wounds, not realizing that shame steals joy. There are also women who pour themselves into endless responsibilities, forgetting to show themselves the kindness they offer others. Their voices whisp...

Women's History Month is celebrating veterans and active-duty military who keep us and have kept us out of constant harm’s way, often at great costs. Women’s History Month is a powerful opportunity to honor the remarkable contributions of both veterans and active-duty military personnel. These courageous individuals have dedicated their lives to safeguarding our freedoms, often at great personal s...

Before you take your next sip of water, pause and wonder: How sure are you that what fills your glass is truly safe? “844 million people around the world don’t have access to clean water: that’s more than 1 of every 10 people around the world.” Clean water, proper sanitation, and hygiene education are the foundation of a thriving community. With these essentials, waterborne illnesses fade, childre...

We find ourselves in a season of uncertainty, with unrest stirring beneath the surface. Each of us has felt the delicate threads of our lives and communities pulled taut. These are days that test us. Yet, these are also days to embrace boundless empathy, to recognize that you are stronger than you realize, and to lift up voices that carry hope. Now is the moment to rethink what truly matters, to r...

Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake. What are you doing to revive and reinvigorate your dreams, your soul, your mind? What script are you creating? Does it contain thoughts like “I am not enough!” or “I am...

Chocolate captures the essence of life: vibrant, energizing, and a delight for the senses. Yet, it also mirrors our struggles, from tangled emotions to the endless craving for more. Midnight marks the magical threshold between days. Tonight, Frankly Speaking with Tyra G welcomes you to savor Chocolate after Midnight. Whenever we gather for Chocolate after Midnight, we leave judgment behind and ste...

What’s so special about celebrating the New Year? Step into proof that dreams are within reach. Join our worldwide circle of extraordinary women and their champions—yes, you! Bold, generous, humble, and honest, all seeking new horizons and deeper meaning. Each week, we gather at this table for an hour of shared discovery, encouragement, and empowerment. We will dust off long-hidden stories and cel...

Step into proof that dreams are within reach. Join our worldwide circle of extraordinary women and their champions—yes, you! Bold, generous, humble, and honest, all seeking new horizons and deeper meaning. Each week, we gather at this table for an hour of shared discovery, encouragement, and empowerment. We will dust off long-hidden stories and celebrate those sparks of insight together. No matter...

Author and coach Iyanla Vanzant, in her 2000 book, Until Today, suggests, "If you are waiting for something to happen that will make you happy, you are killing off your joy. Joy comes through you. Happiness comes to you. If you seek your joy within, you will be happy, no matter what happens. It is easy to believe in more than what you can see when you know you will be protected, guided, and blesse...

A 2018 blog written by musicians who declare they believe in music says, “Music is simply a very special language that everyone understands. There is no feeling that cannot be described and transported through music. It preserves memories for eternity and turns dreams into reality. It caresses the soul or screams unmistakably. Music conquers fear, dries tears, and gives courage and strength. It is...

We are celebrating the seventh year of proof that dreams can come true. We have been telling stories to touch the mind, the heart, and the spirit. They have been multicultural, intergenerational, educational, and inspirational, and you have told them! This week, we are opening a new chapter from our Frankly Speaking Human Library Catalogue: This is Us Next Chapter. These stories shine a light on t...

Legacy is about life and living. It's about learning from the past, living in the present, and building for the future. A legacy can take countless shapes: children, grandchildren, a thriving business, a spark of an idea, a cherished book, a vibrant community, a welcoming home, or simply a fragment of our spirit. We are naturally drawn to the question of how the world will remember us. Will our le...

In 1977, the Muhammad Ali film introduced the world to “The Greatest Love of All,” a soulful anthem written by Michael Masser and Linda Creed and performed by George Benson. Its opening lines set a heartfelt stage for this week’s Frankly Speaking radio show: Were it not for Those Who Care. “I believe that children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty t...

The recent challenging cultural and societal circumstances have forced my heart to turn to our future and ask the question, “What About the Children…and those who love them”. The children are both our future and our now. What they see us do, what they hear us say, shapes who they become. To give the question a platform, Frankly Speaking, has been highlighting stories where young people speak for t...

Meet Patrick. "Patrick has autism and an intellectual disability. Until 2008, Patrick lived with his biological mother in Texas. She worked hard to ensure that Patrick had every opportunity to achieve his fullest potential. She socialized Patrick, taught him manners, and gave him basic skills. Sadly, after so many years of her life dedicated to the care and growth of her son, Patrick's mother was...

No one told her she couldn't, so she lives in a world of possibilities. Student, musician, dancer, competitive athlete, and faith-based servant leader, Naomi Nero, a Gen Z member, decided to become a game-changer. Using her Master’s Honor thesis as her launch pad, she leaves the University of Chicago to continue her research in a five-year Doctorate Program at Georgetown University in Northern Vir...

Looking back, in 1986, Whitney Houston sang a powerful, positive message about nurturing our children and believing in their potential, titled “The Greatest Love of All.” “I believe that children are our future Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty they possess inside Please give them a sense of pride to make it easier Let the children’s laughter remind us how we used...

I can remember when an application was required for employment. A program was a TV show. Memory was something you lose with age, and a CD was a bank account. I love intergenerational conversations about the past and the present. Perhaps this is because I believe life is a process, not an event. It is a journey, not a destination. We also know that events shape values and behavior. Trends change ov...

I celebrate veterans and active-duty military who keep us safe, often at significant cost. War is part of human history. I aim to share diverse war stories, including their impact on families and cultural legacies, across age, gender, and racial lines. The Vietnam War was my coming-of-age war. I was immersed in—and confused by—the war at home over US involvement, while grieving school friends who...

I don’t know if you have noticed in the past few years how many podcasts, self-help books, and talk shows have focused on surviving uncertainty, unrest, feelings of powerlessness, and sustaining and maintaining relationships. The term self-care has increased its presence in our vernacular, rustling its importance, but only present in authentic conversations and relationships.  According to Google...

We are living through uncertainty, civil unrest, unnatural disasters, global misadventures, and loss. This time forces us to face reality and recognize our own and our society's fragility. We must speak up for hope and reconsider what truly matters in our lives. Getting through tough times means encouraging ourselves. Remember, we are constantly growing and changing. Even when we are still, we sho...

Brene Brown defines a leader as someone who “takes responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes, and who dares to develop that potential.” She invites leadership to dare to be brave leaders by leading with wholehearted leadership and self-awareness by embracing vulnerability and courage cultures. (Oct 30, 2018) To build courage in teams and organizations, daring leaders must cu...

It is not what it seems. During this season, perhaps some of you have felt mental and emotional uncertainty and unrest. It seems that everything that could be shaken is shaking, where noise, angry noise, appears to be drowning out laughter and love. I am describing what I felt from an adult perspective, someone who has known challenge, loss, and fear. And somehow, with the help of faith, time, and...

Renowned Karmic astrologer Dora Jones passionately asserts that each of us enters this life with a unique promise, a special gift, a driving passion, and a profound heartfelt desire.  Your promise is your sacred commitment—what you are destined to master in this lifetime. It embodies the challenge of overcoming, resolving, or healing specific aspects of your consciousness. As you navigate the jour...

Throughout my experiences in education, writing, inspiring others, hosting international talks, managing a business, and facing life's challenges, I constantly find myself asking the critical question: What about the children? What time is it on their clock of well-being and achievement? After all, we are all invested in the outcome through legacy. Legacy is our interconnection across time, encomp...