Chop't Up Podcast

In this powerful episode of The Chop It Up Podcast, Karmisha sits down with business strategist and marketing powerhouse Jimmy Newson to break down what it really takes to grow a profitable, sustainable brand. From navigating entrepreneurship with purpose to understanding the difference between movement and momentum, Jimmy drops gems on scaling smart, developing winning strategies, and how to turn...

Money isn’t just numbers — it’s energy, emotion, and belief. In this episode, host  Karmisha Superville  sits down with  Financial Literacy Coach Tanisha Marie  to explore how we can reshape our relationship with money and finally fall in love with our financial lives. Coach Tanisha breaks down how early money trauma, fear of success, and limiting beliefs can block abundance — and shares how to  h...

In this powerful episode of The Chop It Up Podcast , we sit down with real estate developer Tywan Anthony to discuss his journey, vision, and mission to transform communities through real estate. Tywan shares how he got started, his challenges as a Black developer, and what it takes to succeed in today’s market. Whether you’re just getting into real estate or looking for motivation to push through...

Mr. Easy, also known as Ian Dyer, is a renowned Reggae and Dancehall artist with a career spanning over three decades. Ian's affinity for music began in his childhood, and he adopted the moniker "Mr. Easy" at the age of 16 in the late 1980s. By 1990, the versatile singer had won a Showtime Apollo competition and secured a record deal with Quincy Jones' Qwest Records, a subsidiary of Warner Bros./Q...

Dr. Kimberly Colclough, a native of Brooklyn, New York, is a researcher specializing in the intersectionality of race, gender, and education, with a particular focus on the mentoring experiences of Black women. Her work is dedicated to dismantling barriers and fostering inclusive environments that promote growth and self-empowerment. Dr. Colclough serves as a counselor in the SEEK program at New Y...

What is the divine feminine? How can we get it? How can "it" attract better love, relationships, and or career advancement? The sacred feminine extends well beyond one belief system and instead can be used as a spiritual lens to balance our perspective.  Andrea Bordeaux is an actress on the hit show Run the World on Starz , NCIS LA, and a few other shows. She is also an Intuitive visiona...

While both fibroids and endometriosis can affect your well-being, they’re distinct conditions. Understanding the differences between these two common female health challenges can empower you to explain your symptoms effectively and work with your doctor to find the right path to relief. Understanding the difference between fibroids and endometriosis is worthwhile to understand your health better,...

Have you ever wanted to take your love of music to the next level by writing your own? Though it can be an exciting venture, it can be challenging to get started. After all, there are a lot of components to a single song. You have to think about the structure, the chord progression, the lyrics, the message, and so much more! We’re here to teach you how to write a song and get you off on the right...

Amy Loughren is an American  reiki  master and former  registered nurse  who is known for assisting in the arrest and prosecution of serial murderer  Charlie Cullen . Before his apprehension, Cullen and Loughren were friends who both worked the night shift in the  intensive care unit  at  Somerset Medical Center  in Somerville, New Jersey. Loughren was a single mother of two children and hiding he...

More and more studies show alarming rates of anxiety in pre-teens, high school, and college students. Other mental health issues can go hand-in-hand including cutting, drug addiction, gang affiliation, and gun violence. We recently chop't it up with Jada Cassidy, Founder and Owner of Jcassidys. Art. She is a high school artist who's identified the need for a platform that empowers young artists to...

Event photography includes everything from weddings, corporate functions, sporting competitions, and other special occasions. How do you know who to hire for these events? What should you look for? And where do you begin looking? We recently chop't up with Hassan Addus Salaam, also known as ShootwithHaz , a former New York City school teacher turned successful Entrepreneur. He's a Media Di...

Women's History Month is a time to celebrate the achievements of women from all diasporas. Every year, during March, the world takes a beat to recognize female innovators' many social, economic, and cultural accomplishments. While many industries have benefited from trailblazing women, the beauty space has unequivocally benefited the most. However, women are still the minority in leadershi...

The Morning Mindset App was developed with one aim: to deliver simple, practical & enjoyable steps for a total mental and physical transformation. Everything has a positive aspect. Everything! Even the most painful or difficult situations have a silver lining to them. When we fail to recognize these positive aspects and only focus on the negative outcomes or qualities of a certain person or si...

Only 2 or 3 percent of airline pilots are Black, and that percentage is even lower in the military. At times, Mike says being the only Black pilot can be uncomfortable and he's heard that a lot.” There are a lot of mental barriers that you have to overcome when you are the only African-American at an entire airport. Recently, we chop't up with Mike Turnbull, a Black Private Pilot/Aircraft...

We've reached 60 episodes of the Award-Winning, Chop't It Up Podcast. We are honored to be a conduit of such a remarkable journey of dedication, determination, and faith. Today, we want to share this momentous occasion with our loyal listeners. This is a very special episode dedicated to our global audience. For the first time, we are LIVE IN STUDIO with a Special Guest. Dr. Neva Alexander...

Some of the things we hear from successful streaming media executives are that: you should never become comfortable, you should never stop growing your audience, and you should never   settle for just one medium, like Video On Demand, SVOD or when there are other ways to expand your audience reach. Netflix, Amazon, Paramount, BET+, Hulu, and Disney+ might be able to remain subscription-based-only...

THE NEW YEAR STANDS BEFORE US, LIKE A CHAPTER IN A BOOK, WAITING TO BE WRITTEN. -MELODY BEATTIE   With the new year comes new goals, new career moves, etc. but you first need inspiration to set them and motivation to achieve them. While many of us are exploring the unknown as it relates to 2024. Are you determined to write a new chapter, and where exactly do you start? How can we ensure that each...

You’ve been in the dating scene for a while now, and you’ve probably had one or more failed relationships. As a result, you’re pretty sure you know what men want in a relationship as well as what they need. However, it's the holiday season and you are still dreadfully single. We recently chop't up with Alla Fine, Relationship Coach & Expert. She has successfully transformed many lives...

Following old fashion rules, for example not wearing white after Labor Day or washing your jeans too often and more of the most common fashion faux pas. For the most part, we're huge believers in the idea that fashion rules are meant to be broken. Your personal style is all about expressing your creativity, ingenuity and wearing the things that make you feel comfortable. That being said, if you're...

Zaria Theodore is a twenty-year-old full-time college student majoring in social work at Mercy University. After she graduates with her BSW, Zaria plans on returning back to school to obtain her MSW. She then will pursue her goals of opening a community center and becoming an advocate for children and young adults. Zaria’s mission is to inspire and empower others to embrace their authentic self fr...

From luxury hotels to the finest resorts, private islands and estates, city escapes, and beach breaks, there is no compromise: every holiday should be your best. Did you know that International travel plays a critical role in the US economy? Prior to the pandemic, in 2019, international visitors spent $233.5 billion experiencing the United States; injecting nearly $640 million a day into the U.S....

Tishina Anderson is a globally recognized entrepreneur, success coach, and Creator of Freedom University. Her dynamic leadership ability enabled her to build an empire within the Direct Sales Industry. Prior to starting her business career, Tishina received her B.A. from the University of Maryland at College Park. Her career started with humble beginnings as a school teacher then she went on to co...

Unfortunately, discernment gets a bad rap because, the truth is, we need it. Desperately. We need discernment when we come into contact with people who may be helpful in some areas and harmful in others. And one of the ways we grow in our ability to discern is by encountering people we may disagree with, not by automatically categorizing everyone into camps of “safe” and “dangerous” and then blast...

When life becomes difficult when our thoughts and expectations aren’t in alignment., The Precious Gift of Personal Revelation can redefine our purpose. But how do you define purpose? In this episode, we chop’t it up with Josh Jacobs, Entrepreneur, Hip Hop Artist, and Songwriter. We have chosen to speak on personal revelation--more precisely, how to prepare to receive and recognize personal revelat...

There are five love languages as first introduced in 1992 by marriage counselor Dr. Gary Chapman in his book “The 5 Love Languages.” The five love languages are: Words of affirmation Quality time, Physical touch,Acts of service, Receiving gifts. And FYI, love languages don’t just apply to romantic relationships. They can be helpful in your platonic relationships, too. In this episode we had an opp...