And That’s the Tea Podcast

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 About this video: Are you staying in spaces that drain your peace and energy because leaving feels like failure? In this episode of And That’s the Tea Podcast , we uncover the truth about walking away from toxic people, places, and patterns that no longer serve you. It’s time to stop waiting for permission to prioritize your well-being and start choosing yourself una...

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 About this video: Are you living your truth, or are you hiding behind a mask that no longer serves you? In this episode of And That’s the Tea Podcast, we dive deep into the masks we wear—the ones designed to protect us but ultimately hold us back. Living authentically is more than a buzzword; it’s the foundation for true connection, alignment, and growth. It’s time t...

What are you pouring into? Your time, your energy, your love—are you planting them in soil that nurtures your spirit, or are you stuck in barren ground, hoping for a harvest that will never come? In this episode of And That’s the Tea Podcast , we explore one of life’s most profound truths: It’s not about the seed—it’s about the soil. You’ve been working, grinding, and showing up, but if the enviro...

Welcome to And That’s the Tea Podcast —a space where truth meets transformation and self-alignment becomes a lifestyle. In this powerful trailer, Lynn Graham, the visionary creator and producer of the podcast, invites you into a world of bold reflections, unapologetic growth, and real-life empowerment. If you've been yearning for more—more purpose, more clarity, more alignment—this podcast is here...

2020 has presented a big list of challenges to all Americans, most especially African Americans. Since the small business is the lifeblood of any economy, we discuss how the black entrepreneur can tap into the amazing opportunities that have presented themselves during these turbulent times. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce’s Phil Andrews believes fundamentally in the economic...

Black women are human and deserve time to process the trauma and the complexities in our communities and daily lives. How can these women embrace, embody, and express their perfect, authentic self? Holistic healing , according to De'Nicea Hilton, is an ongoing and continuously evolving journey of growth informed by one’s physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual influences. This type of h...

Every single one of us has the power to create and pass on a legacy. But how does one go about building their net worth and ensuring that their assets are protected for future generations? “Digital estate planning is all about leveraging online, self-serve technology to help families put their affairs in order, because we recognize that over 58% have not conducted any form of estate planning.” Che...

How are some of the most influential designers in the fashion industry staying creative in this time of crisis? Today’s guest makes an excellent case for forging strong, authentic relationships with your current and potential customers, as well as staying nimble and on the cutting edge by creating an online presence. As a primarily home-based celebrity fashion designer with an established brand an...

This week I’m joined by Lee Chambers, an Environmental Psychologist, Wellbeing Consultant and Certified Life Coach, based in Preston, UK. In his interview Lee explained how he has progressed in both his businesses, continued his education and overcome multiple challenges. He also shared some of the biggest life lessons he has learned and gives us advice on a wide variety of topics, from how you ca...

What does it mean to be an effective business leader?   How do you take a vision, grow a business, and relentlessly drive it to completion?   Today’s guest is here to answer all this and more.   As a third-generation entrepreneur, solving problems and adding value to people’s lives runs in Derrick Butler’s blood.   Then, on one fateful weekend in Las Vegas, Derrick found himsel...

2020 has been quite an eventful year for the world and for business owners.   We’re currently dealing with a global pandemic and the repercussions it has on business owners. We also saw the Black Lives Matter movement sweep the world, and incite thousands of people around the world to protest police violence and the unjust deaths of George Floyd, Brianna Taylor, and many others.   All of...

Money, money, money.  Even though money makes the world go round, so many of us live in fear of money. Whether we know it or not, many of us are harboring deep shame or fear around money, and it’s holding us back.  I’m a huge believer that we all need to live in financial empowerment and take control of our financial future. Instead of letting life happen to us, we need to take charge an...

Welcome to the Just Minding Your Black-Owned Business Podcast.  We’re once again focused on helping you create freedom in your business, personal brand, and lifestyle by bridging the gap between your passion and success for your business. Today, we’re diving into generational wealth. If you’re intimidated by this term, don’t be. Although it’s something you may want to put off till later, the...

So many of us like to stay behind the scenes.  Although we desire to be at the forefront of our business, so many of us stay small out of fear.  We fear being seen.  We fear how we’re going to be perceived.  We fear uncertainty.  But guess what? You can have the best business in the world, but without visibility, you won’t succeed.  In order to thrive, we need to stop...

You can’t sit around waiting for someone to achieve your goals because nobody has the same desire, motivation, and belief that you have in your dreams.   There’s no shortcut to success. You simply have to start. You’ll stumble a lot; but no individual has ever gotten away with success without a ton of failure.   Nikki makes a case against the myth of perfectionism. She says that the majo...

In the first half of this two-part interview, Lynn speaks with Nikki Woods. She is a six-time bestselling author and world-renowned media and marketing strategist, having just finished a 10-year run as the senior producer and an on-air personality with the number one nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show . The two discuss key steps every business owner needs to follow in order to discover...

Millennials are currently taking over the worldwide workforce.   In fact, it’s predicted that by 2030, millennials will take up 75% of the workforce.   This generation (made up of people born between 1981-1996) is the first one ever to grow up completely surrounded by technology, thus shaping the way they view work. With 1.8 billion millennials in the world, it’s inevitable that the way...

While working from home sounds like a dream come true, being forced to do it in the midst of a global pandemic is more like a nightmare. On top of that, many small businesses are facing the threat of closing permanently because of the effects of COVID-19. With so much uncertainty in the world, it can be hard to get up and continue staying productive.   But not all hope is lost.   There a...

Moms are the unsung heroes in every community across the globe.  Not only are we expected to look after the kids and keep a tidy home, but we’re also hustling to build our dream careers.  If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when trying to juggle and grow your business, you’re not alone.  But if there’s anyone who can do it, it’s you.  In the episode, I’m sharing the tried and teste...

What does success mean to you? Is it when you finally hit six-figures in your business?  When you get media attention?  When you win a notable award?  As a speaker, life coach, and author of six books, our next guest, Tanya Miller, is no stranger to hitting milestones and achieving society’s definition of success. But, as she reveals in this episode, success isn’t always a fixed, ar...

Despite all the challenges that are inherently stacked against us, the state of entrepreneurship amongst black women has never been more promising.  In fact, according to the Center of American Progress, African American women operate more than 1.3 million businesses in the US, which generate over $45 billion in yearly revenue.  In this very special episode, I’m turning back time to lear...

Every business owner knows that the entrepreneurial journey is full of adversity. But the key to becoming successful is to just keep going.  Today’s guest is no stranger to adversity.  While battling Lupus and being a single mother of two, Erica Nail went from selling to go plates to starting a thriving catering & event planning business.  Tune in to hear how she uses her advers...

Success in business can be broken down into two key parts: supplying something that people are willing to pay for and placing your offer in front of the right people. That’s right, it’s vital for you to promote your business in order to thrive.  But how do you get your offer in front of the right people?  That’s exactly what I’m revealing in today’s episode.  Tune in to learn the si...

Finding a mental health professional that you can trust and relate to can be difficult - especially in the black community. There’s often this unspoken feeling that we always have to remain strong, and this can often hinder us from taking care of ourselves. In fact, it can be hard to even admit that you need to seek professional help.  My guest today is here to change all of that.  In th...

When it comes to building a profitable business, your customers are everything. They are the sole driver behind your revenue, and they have the power to make or break your business. How do you guarantee that your customers will continue to return to you again and again?  It all starts with trust and respect. With a plethora of online businesses out there, there’s no reason for customers to lo...