Behind the Hustle

Joanna M. Briley shares her journey from being a stand-up comedian to her experiences growing up and finding humor in difficult situations. She discusses her transition from Brooklyn to Connecticut, her struggles with learning, and the impact of vulnerability in her comedy. She also highlights the importance of finding purpose and healing through laughter. Joanna M. Briley shares her journey in co...

In this episode, I sit down with Tara Gilbert, Director of Economic Viability, to talk all things business development and relationship-building. We dig into what it really takes to build trust with clients—and, just as importantly, how to maintain those relationships over time. Tara shares her journey from Finance in Corporate America to the nonprofit sector and what prompted that shift. We unpac...

From Law to Laughter is the raw, heartfelt, and unapologetically honest journey of Moonie Desvarieaux—a woman who did everything “right” until she finally chose what was true. Raised by a determined single mother with sky-high expectations, Moonie grew up with a very clear message: you have three options in life — become a lawyer, become a doctor, or become a failure. So she pushed, studied, excel...

Tyquan Morris’ story is one of survival, struggle, and transformation. Growing up in the Bronx surrounded by gangs, he was labeled “the enforcer” by the feds — living a life most wouldn’t survive. In this live, unfiltered conversation recorded in front of an audience , Tyquan breaks down life before prison, what it was like serving time in some of the toughest facilities in the country — including...

In this very first episode of Behind the Hustle , host Jill Plair pulls back the curtain on why she created this show — and what you can expect in the episodes ahead. This isn’t about picture-perfect success stories. It’s about the real, messy, behind-the-scenes journeys of people chasing purpose, pivoting careers, and building something from the ground up. Jill shares her own path as a recruiter-...