Connect Like Minds

In this compelling interview, Fernando Lennon shares his extraordinary journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by family struggles, addiction, and homelessness to becoming a motivational speaker and author. Discover how resilience, forgiveness, and faith transformed his life and learn valuable lessons on overcoming adversity and building a positive future. In this inspiring interview, Fernando...

In this candid interview, Tynisha Keli shares her inspiring journey through childhood adversity, her rise in the music industry, and the lessons learned along the way. Discover how resilience, faith, and raw talent propelled her to success despite numerous challenges. Tynisha Keli shares her journey through the music industry, including her experiences with record labels, her hit song 'Misundersto...

In this inspiring interview, Pamiya Opoku shares her journey of self-discovery, the power of walking for healing and community building, and her new book 'Good Better Becoming'. Discover how her Ghanaian roots, Chicago upbringing, and career shifts have shaped her path to living with intention and joy. Good Better Becoming on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0XXXXXX Pamiya Opoku on Instagram -...

Erica Watkins shares her transformative journey from a small-town hairstylist to a successful author and entrepreneur. She discusses overcoming emotional abuse, building resilience, and the importance of rewiring your mindset for personal growth. Erica also delves into her creative process and future projects, offering valuable insights for aspiring authors and entrepreneurs. Timestamps: 00:00 - I...

In this inspiring interview, Luke Mickelson shares his journey from small-town Idaho to founding Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a charity dedicated to building beds for children in need. Discover how a simple act of kindness transformed into a nationwide movement to combat child bedlessness and learn practical ways to make a difference in your community. Learn more about Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Faceboo...

In this inspiring episode of Connect Like Minds, host Sharryse Piggott sits down with Christine Blosdale to explore her journey from award‑winning broadcaster to expert authority coach. Christine shares powerful insights on building an authentic personal brand, overcoming imposter syndrome, and using storytelling to create influence, trust, and connection. This conversation is packed with practica...

In this engaging interview, Mark Goldfinger, General Manager of North America at Mindspace, shares his journey from athletic pursuits to leading global coworking spaces. Discover insights on leadership, the importance of networking, and the evolving landscape of flexible workspaces. resources Mindspace Official Website - https://www.mindspace.me WeWork Official Website - https://www.wework.com Mov...

Roz White shares her inspiring journey through the arts, from her DC roots to Broadway, highlighting her resilience, mentorship, and the power of storytelling. Discover her insights on performing, overcoming obstacles, and her current projects including Alicia Keys' musical Hell's Kitchen.

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds podcast, host Sharryse Piggott interviews Dorian Purnell, a multifaceted individual who is a barber, DJ, entrepreneur, and founder of the nonprofit Fade for the Grade. Dorian shares his journey from growing up on the Eastern Shore of Maryland to becoming a successful barber and entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges he faced in pursuing his passion, the...

In this episode of Connect Like Minds, host Sharryse Piggott sits down with wellness coach and Fruit is Life founder Stephone Jeffrey. Stephone shares how living with chronic kidney disease and multiple sclerosis became the catalyst for a profound shift in his approach to health and life. During this conversation, Stephone discusses: • His upbringing and the values instilled by his parents • The r...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds Podcast, host Sharryse Piggott sits down with motivational speaker and life coach Ashlee Marie for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about faith, healing, and purpose. Ashlee shares her journey from Houston to Jacksonville and reflects on the childhood influences that shaped her dreams of becoming a pediatrician. She opens up about how her path led her...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds podcast, host Sharryse Piggott interviews her sister, Breonna Johnson, an entrepreneur and founder of the nonprofit organization 'Because I Am My Sister's Keeper.' They discuss Breonna's upbringing in Snow Hill, Maryland, her journey in basketball, her transition to college, and her career in finance. Brianna shares her insights on mentorship, marriage, an...

In this episode of Connect Like Minds, host Sharryse Piggott interviews Lynaia Jordan, a director and screenwriter whose journey from surviving domestic violence to building a career in film is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up in the housing projects of Baltimore, Lynaia faced adversity at every turn. After escaping an abusive relationship, she made a powerful decision to change her life — a...

In this powerful episode of Connect Like Minds, host Sharryse Piggott sits down with Joie Cook — a military service member and founder of Support Her Boots, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting female veterans. Joie shares her journey from growing up in a military family to serving in the military herself. She opens up about the unique challenges women veterans face, the transition from military to...

In this episode of Connect Like Minds, host Sharryse Piggott sits down with business advisor and entrepreneur Jimmy Rios to talk about culture, discipline, resilience, and the future of entrepreneurship. Jimmy shares how growing up Colombian American shaped his work ethic, how he overcame adversity, and how he built Rios Business Advisors. They also dive into the role of AI and technology in moder...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds Podcast, host Sharryse Piggott welcomes Nancy Griffin, Founder and CEO of the Women, Worth and Wellness program, for a powerful conversation on financial empowerment for women. Nancy shares her journey from growing up on a farm in Prince Edward County to building a successful career in wealth management, and how her life experiences shaped her passion for...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds podcast, host Sharryse Piggott interviews Simone Knego, an international speaker and bestselling author of "The Extraordinary Unordinary You." The conversation begins with Simone sharing her journey from growing up in Buffalo, New York, to living in Sarasota, Florida, and how her upbringing influenced her parenting style. Simone discusses her transition fr...

In this episode of Connect Like Minds, host Sharryse interviews Necia B, a poet and author from Philadelphia. Necia shares her journey of overcoming childhood trauma, her experiences in early adulthood, and her passion for writing and community service through her nonprofit organization, From the Heart Foundation. She discusses the challenges of publishing her poetry collection, The Ride of My Lif...

In this episode of the Connect Like Mine podcast, the host Sharryse interviews April Paige, a creative artist and entrepreneur. April shares her journey from a quiet child in Sarasota to a successful artist and founder of April Paige Fine Art. She discusses her early influences, the challenges of transitioning from a corporate marketing career to entrepreneurship, and her evolving artistic identit...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds podcast, host Sharryse interviews Dee Townsend, the CEO and founder of UTRPS, who shares his journey from growing up in Washington DC to becoming an entrepreneur and basketball trainer. Dee discusses his early dreams of basketball, the importance of education, and the challenges he faced in starting his security business. He also delves into his experience...

Sharryse interviews Dave Kotter, CEO of Integrity Capital and a leader at Hybrid Debt Fund. They discuss Dave's background, his journey into entrepreneurship, and the intricacies of commercial real estate. Dave shares insights on the importance of family influence, the challenges of the lending industry, and the growing need for affordable housing. He also emphasizes the significance of collaborat...

In this episode of the Connect Like Mine podcast, host Sharryse interviews Grammy-nominated artist James Artissen. They discuss his upbringing in New York, his journey into music, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of navigating the music industry. James shares insights on the significance of support systems, the transition from group to solo artist, and the intricacies of music deal...

In this episode of the Connect Like Mine podcast, host Sharryse interviews Sean Martin, an Army veteran and musician. They discuss Sean's upbringing in Fort Bragg, California, his family legacy, and his early musical influences. Sean shares his journey into the military, his aspirations for special forces, and the challenges he faced during boot camp and deployment in Iraq. He reflects on the impa...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds podcast, host Sharryse Piggott interviews Bill Welser IV, a US Air Force veteran and co-founder of Lotic AI. They discuss Bill's upbringing as a military brat, the influence of family and education on his career choices, and his transition from military to civilian life. Bill shares insights about his work at the Rand Corporation and the mission of Lotic A...

In this episode of the Connect Like Minds podcast, host Sharryse Piggott interviews Curtis Hall, a US Army veteran, entrepreneur, and life coach. Curtis shares his journey from growing up in North Philadelphia to joining the Army, where he faced various challenges and learned valuable life lessons. He discusses the importance of mentorship, community service, and personal growth, emphasizing the n...