Perspectives Unfiltered

This week on Perspectives Unfiltered, Turk joins me for a funny, honest, and unfiltered conversation about fatherhood, manhood, relationships, communication, and growth. We talk about the pressures men face, the importance of fatherhood, male friendships, vulnerability, cheating, accountability, and what it really takes to become a better version of yourself. From serious conversations to plenty o...

Making more money is supposed to make life easier… right? In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, I’m talking about what happens when your income increases, you begin losing government assistance, and suddenly you’re responsible for expenses that were previously reduced or covered. We’re getting into that financial in-between nobody really prepares you for the place where you’re proud of your...

What does growth actually look like when you’re trying to become a better man, husband, father and still figure yourself out along the way? This week on Perspectives Unfiltered, Rob Williams pulls up a chair for a real conversation about faith, marriage, fatherhood, vulnerability, health, accountability, and personal growth. We talk about his relationship with God, navigating faith when life doesn...

Somewhere between motherhood, relationships, work, responsibilities, and taking care of everybody else… when did you stop being YOU? This week, Montavia joins Tae on Perspectives Unfiltered for an honest conversation about rediscovering yourself, starting over in your 30s, motherhood, boundaries, relationships, healing, career, confidence, and getting your spark back. They get into what it means t...

James Trae Watkins joins me on Perspectives Unfiltered for a conversation about the person underneath everything we’re known for. We get into identity, fatherhood, the messages Black boys receive about themselves, masculinity and vulnerability, co-parenting, relationships, purpose, faith, and learning when it’s time to stop pushing and allow yourself to be redirected. James also breaks down my Cli...

Tootie pulled up a chair this week, and baby… we talked about EVERYTHING. 😂 We’re getting to know the woman behind the nickname from her journey into cosmetology and esthetics to some hilarious salon confessions, beauty and business, dating red flags, confidence, what women need to stop settling for, and what’s next for her. We also slow things down for a more personal conversation about losing h...

In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, Tay sits down with Kris for an open conversation about the story behind High Hands Hemma, building a brand from the ground up, navigating relationships, and staying consistent when nothing is handed to you. They talk about creativity, personal growth, how your environment can shape your journey, and Kris also takes time to clear the air on some of the ru...

Your child turning 18 is a milestone that changes more than just their life it changes yours too. In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, I’m sharing what it felt like to watch my daughter graduate high school, the emotions that came with letting go, and the lessons I hope every parent hears before this season arrives. We also talk about the inspiration behind my book, The Talk I Wish I Had at...

What if healing isn’t just about your body? Can Pilates help you heal mentally and emotionally too? In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, I’m joined by Tiara Toler, founder of Mat & Mind, for an honest conversation about Pilates, wellness, self-care, and what it really means to heal from the inside out. Together, we discuss: ✨ The connection between your mind and body ✨ Why slowing dow...

Y’all…this episode is different. Over the last year, my life has changed in ways I never expected. I’ve been navigating marriage, motherhood, working two jobs, rebuilding my life, and trying not to lose myself in the middle of it all. A lot of people have been asking why I’ve been “outside” more lately. Honestly, this episode isn’t really about being outside. It’s about me rebuilding and rediscove...

In today’s world, being a woman is often defined by independence doing everything on your own, not needing anyone, building your life solo. But what happens when you want something different? In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, I sit down with Destiny to have a real, unfiltered conversation about what it means to choose a more traditional lifestyle in a modern world and why that choice is...

I wasn’t sure if I was ready to record this… but I knew I needed to be honest about what this season has really been like. Losing my grandfather has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever faced. And truthfully… I’m still in it. In this episode, I’m not breaking down what grief feels like step by step. I’m sharing what it’s looked like for me to keep going… to keep showing up… even while grieving...

In this solo episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, LaShante dives into the part of growth that people rarely talk about the loneliness that can come with elevation. When God begins shifting your life, sometimes the first thing that changes isn’t your bank account, your opportunities, or your success… it’s your circle. Conversations feel different, connections shift, and suddenly the spaces that once...

In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, I sit down with Rob for a raw and unfiltered conversation about what it really looks like to rebuild after public loss. From a very public engagement and wedding to an equally public divorce, Rob opens up about the emotional cost of disappointment, the weight of grief, and the identity shifts that come when the life you planned falls apart in front of pe...

In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, we dive into "The Let Them Theory" and how it applies to friendships, purpose, and personal growth. We break down the three pillars that shape our relationships and seasons: proximity, timing, and energy. Not every friendship ends because of conflict. Some end because the timing shifted. Some change because the energy no longer aligns. And some fade beca...

I didn’t go anywhere for my 35th birthday. No big trip, no party — just stillness. And honestly, it was exactly what I needed. In this episode, I talk about what it looked like to reset instead of perform, to be intentional instead of busy, and to shift from feeling guilty about not releasing episodes to learning the business side of podcasting on purpose. This conversation is for anyone who feels...

Welcome back to Perspectives Unfiltered! This episode is one of those conversations that just needed to happen. I sat down with a barber who’s not only making a name for himself in the barbershop world — but is also living proof that your past doesn’t get to cancel your purpose. After incarceration, he came home, locked in, and has been taking the barbershop world by storm ever since — as a travel...

Surrender sounds beautiful until it costs you something. In this conversation, we discuss Keondra's new book and unpack the real challenges of walking with God, trusting his timing, and choosing faith even when the path isn’t clear.

In this episode, we’re unpacking the quiet exhaustion of people-pleasing the guilt, the over-explaining, the fear of disappointing others, and the way it slowly chips away at your peace. We’re also talking about the part nobody likes to admit how people-pleasing can look selfless, but can actually become a form of manipulation when we use it to control how others see us or avoid uncomfortable emot...

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Perspectives Unfiltered, Vejah opens up about her journey through addiction, incarceration, and the painful reality of losing her children. What started as survival turned into a spiral but this isn’t just a story about struggle, it’s about redemption. Tae sits down with Vejah as she revisits the darkest chapters of her life and the slow, powerful process of r...

In this episode, we’re diving into “The Savior Trap” that exhausting cycle of trying to fix, heal, or hold someone together at the expense of your own mental and emotional wellbeing. We talk about why we confuse saving someone with loving them, the hidden ways it drains you, and what it looks like to finally release that responsibility and choose you without guilt. If you’ve ever carried someone e...

In this episode of Perspectives Unfiltered sits down with salon suite owner Tiarra who turned a pandemic hustle into a thriving business. From starting during COVID to now owning her own salon suite, High Maintenance, she shares what it took to rebuild, balance motherhood, and stay consistent through every setback. Real talk, raw truths, and the beauty of resilience this one’s for every woman buil...

From cults , foster care, jail time and to losing her daughter, Bethany’s life has been marked by pain, setbacks, and being written off. But through it all, she found the courage to start over and write a new chapter of resilience.

Wrapping up Season 1 with real talk, reflections, and lessons learned. Here’s the recap before we step into what’s next for Perspectives Unfiltered.

Abuse doesn’t always leave visible scars sometimes it leaves a long shadow over your mind, heart, and spirit. In this episode, we’re shedding light on emotional, mental, and domestic abuse because healing starts when we stop hiding the pain.