New and In Between

What does your clutter say about your life? In this episode of New & In Between, Mia Quinn Maddox welcomes professional organizer and Prideful Spaces founder Tamara Cepeda for a thoughtful conversation about the connection between our homes, our habits, and our emotional well-being. Tamara shares how years of working in film and television taught her the value of organization, communication, and c...

What if the version of yourself you’ve been searching for was the one you abandoned trying to survive? In this powerful episode of New & In Between, Mia Quinn Maddox sits down with multidisciplinary mixed media artist Grei Booker for an honest conversation about healing, creativity, faith, purpose, and learning how to stop shrinking for the comfort of others. Together, they discuss inner child hea...

Episode 56 of New and In Between is a powerful solo conversation from Mia Quinn Maddox, centered on growth, faith, and stepping into what’s next. In this episode, Mia reflects on a season of deep transition—releasing old identities, navigating unexpected change, and choosing to trust God through uncertainty. With honesty and clarity, she shares what it means to rebuild from within, stay grounded i...

On Episode 55 It Was All A Dream Building The Icon Collection , Mia Quinn Maddox is joined by Tyeisha Delk, CEO of KIC NYC, for a powerful conversation about vision, partnership, style, purpose, and legacy. As friends and collaborators, Mia and Tyeisha reflect on the creative connection behind The Icon Collection and what it takes to build something meaningful together. From leadership and entrepr...

Episode 54: Spread Love, It’s the Brooklyn Way In this episode of New and In Between, Mia Quinn Maddox sits down with NAACP Award Nominee Missy Mickens, celebrated for her costume design work on Love, Brooklyn. From their beginnings at the Fashion Institute of Technology to forging different paths in the creative industry, Mia and Missy reflect on the journeys that shaped them — the pivots, the pr...

Recorded at Alpine Lookout in Palisades Interstate Park, this second half of the conversation takes us deeper into Reggie’s journey — the day he was shot in the head, seven years in prison, signing with Jeezy, and the hard lessons that came after. As life began to clear, he rebuilt — found family, purpose, and a new circle. But the need for attention and the pull of the streets kept testing him —...

🎧New and In Between Ep51: Unclouded Judgment with Reggie aka WinkLoc At the big table overlooking Alpine Lookout in Palisades Interstate Park, the air was crisp, the sun was generous, and the conversation was real. In this episode, Reggie — known to many as WinkLoc — opens up about his evolution from a gang member in Flatbush, Brooklyn, to a rap artist, husband, and ultimately, a man searching fo...

🎙️ Episode 50: The Evolution of Mia Quinn Maddox | From G-Unit to God’s Grace to Growth Welcome back to New and In Between — I’m your host, Mia Quinn Maddox, and today’s guest is me. This milestone episode is a moment of reflection, gratitude, and celebration. Fifty episodes in — fifty stories, fifty lessons, fifty moments of truth, laughter, faith, and becoming. In this one-hour solo episode, I r...

Episode 46, Part 2: Faith, Therapy & The Freedom to Feel The conversation with Ericalynn “El” Cotton was too powerful to fit into one episode. In Part 2, we dive deeper into faith, therapy, and what it really means to give yourself permission to feel. We talk about breaking generational patterns — learning that accepting help isn’t weakness, it’s wisdom. About letting our children see us navigate...

Birthing Purpose: A Conversation with EricaLynn “EL” Cotton | Part 1 of 2 Grief. Faith. Purpose. Motherhood. Healing. In this powerful three-part series of New and In Between, I sit down with EricaLynn “EL” Cotton — Founder of Beauty Over Ashes, Certified Grief Counselor, Registered Nurse, and passionate advocate for women’s health and healing. EL opens up about her transformative new memoir, Birt...

Life has a funny way of teaching us through its ebbs and flows—especially when you're in a kayak. In this solo episode, host Mia Quinn Maddox shares a hilarious and eye-opening kayaking trip with her sister that quickly turned into a metaphor for life. Spoiler: it wasn't all smooth paddling. Mia reflects on how that day on the river gave her a brand new understanding of the real ebbs and flows—not...

Style runs deep in this family—and so does our love for a good red carpet moment. In this bonus episode, Maddox and I break down the 2025 Met Gala through the lens of Black Dandyism. From show-stopping statements to subtle elegance, we celebrate the creativity, culture, and craftsmanship behind the night's most talked-about looks. It’s a playful, fashion-forward conversation between two style enth...

Season 4, Episode 1: The Pivot It’s been four months… and the shift has been real. In this powerful solo kickoff, host Mia Quinn Maddox returns with raw reflections on betrayal turned breakthrough, grief transformed into growth, and the valley that became her proving ground. Season 4 of New and In Between is all about the pivot—those life-altering moments that stretch us, shift us, and ultimately...

Welcome to Episode 26 of New And In Between with guest host James Alsop. I believe people are placed in your life for a reason season or a lifetime, to be able to understand why is all God. James was my example of kindness, confidence, and integrity. She commanded a certain level of respect in the most regal and demanding way and it was fascinating to witness. Her accomplishments allowed me to see...

Welcome to Episode 25 of New And In Between. In this bonus episode of New and In Between, I, Mia Quinn Maddox, sat down with Nicholas Pinnock for a powerful conversation that's both thought-provoking and transformative. We've had many discussions before, but this one felt different. With open minds and ears, we delve into the power of words—particularly "Black" and "Nigger." Join us as we plant po...

Welcome to Episode 24 of New And In Between with guest host Nicholas Pinnock. In this special bonus episode, I sit down with my dear friend Nicholas Pinnock. We reminisced about working on an untitled show that eventually became "For Life", a project that not only showcased our talents but also forged a friendship I hope to cherish for life. Nicholas is one of the kindest people I know, and his ho...

Welcome to Episode 23 of New And In Between with host, Mia Quinn Maddox. In this episode, Mia dives into the intricacies of friendship and the immense responsibility it entails. She emphasizes the qualities she values in friends—understanding, love, patience, kindness, and grace—and shares her commitment to embodying these traits. When unexpected events force a change of plans, Mia reflects on the...

Welcome to Episode 22 of New And In Between with host Mia Quinn Maddox. This special "Best Of" episode is titled "Increase My Faith." Faith is the cornerstone of my life and the driving force behind this podcast. Each guest we've featured is filled with faith, inspiration, and incredible stories. In this episode, you'll hear some of the most powerful moments from past episodes. I hope these highli...

Welcome to Episode 21 of New And In Between with host Mia Quinn Maddox. As I near the end of Season 2, I took some time to reflect on everything we've accomplished so far. I'm incredibly proud, grateful, and overjoyed – words can hardly capture what I'm experiencing . Life is a journey, and so is this podcast. In this special episode, I’m sharing a few of my favorite clips. Whether they’re new to...

Welcome to Episode 20 of New And In Between with guest host Chrystina Peoples. As we come to an end of Mental Health Awareness month, Mia delves into the experiences of living with a Grandmother who suffered from and survived mental illness. Mia and Chrystina highlight the importance of therapy and its profound impact on maintaining mental health while raising children, maintaining businesses , an...

Welcome to Episode 19 of New And In Between with guest host Najah Rahmaan-Oneale. Join host Mia on the latest episode of New and In Between as she sits down with the remarkable Najah. In a heartfelt conversation, they delve into the profound experience of losing a parent and navigating the complex journey of grief. Najah also shares her unique experience on growing up in a split household with bot...

Welcome to Episode 18 of New And In Between! Welcome to my podcast, "New and In Between," where we delve into life's challenges and triumphs with our special guest, Tiffany Thomas. As the saying goes, "Iron sharpens iron" and Tiffany's journey exemplifies this truth. Growing up with a parent struggling with addiction has left its mark on me, shaping my path towards understanding, healing, and chan...

Welcome to Episode 17 of New And In Between! I’ve always believed in God but I didn’t really have an understanding of how he worked. My desires were mine and I had to learn the hard way that God's plan is better than mine. The question was how do I get access to Gods Plan for my life? My heart was renewed and my desires were changed and here I am making the decision to walk in the way of Christ an...

Welcome to Episode 16 of New And In Between with Guest host Gabrielle Corney. Motherhood. Daughterhood. 2 dynamic positions and relationships. There isn't a guidebook on how to be either. Mothers are human and they too can cause trauma and wounds. It’s said that what’s not transformed will be transferred. Gabrielle opens up about her mother wounds and how she gained clarity and peace healing. Bein...

Welcome to Episode 15 of New And In Between with Guest host Anthea Noel. We sit across from people never really knowing who they are. It was my pleasure to sit across from this amazing woman Nurse Noel. Her story inspired me and left me with the question: am I doing enough? Learning she was a sexual abuse and cancer survivor, a poet, an author, and a nurse it amazes me that these are just a few ti...