Cool Girls Create Podcast With Taniesha "Tee" Westbrook

In this episode of The Taniesha Westbrook Show, I’m joined by my husband and co-founder, Greg Westbrook, for a real conversation about what it has actually taken to build Shop Black Fest behind the scenes. People see the events, the crowds, the vendors, the community support, and the growth, but they do not always see the parts that almost broke us. We talk about starting with an idea, building as...

In this episode, I’m joined by my sister, Stephanie Johnson, a financial strategist and wealth educator who helps entrepreneurs leverage credit, structure their businesses, and build access to wealth. We talk about why money is such a taboo topic in the Black community, especially for entrepreneurs, and why so many business owners feel uncomfortable being honest about revenue, profit, expenses, an...

In this episode, I’m talking about Pinky Cole, the founder of Slutty Vegan, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and what her story reveals about fast growth, public success, and the pressure Black founders face when their businesses become cultural symbols. This conversation is not about judging her. It is about the bigger reality that many Black business owners deal with when the business grows fast...

This episode originally aired under Cool Girls Create, now The Taniesha Westbrook Show. In this conversation, I’m sitting down with Charmin Bates, the founder of Creative Girls Rock, a Nashville-based nonprofit created to empower young girls through creativity, the arts, and self-expression. Charmin started Creative Girls Rock around the pandemic, and since then, she has grown it into a real movem...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! Join us for an insightful conversation with Donzaleigh Powell, a creative who has gracefully transitioned from the confines of corporate America into the vibrant worlds of event curation and photography. In this episode,...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! Join us for an illuminating conversation with Tegan Mingo, a seasoned television, news, and film producer, as we explore the intricacies of pitching oneself to the media from a producer's perspective. In this episode...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! I had an enlightening conversation with Julie Lilliston, an esteemed publicist recognized for her impactful contributions to the industry. Named one of Nashville Business Journal's women of influence, Julie shares in...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! Today I sit with Nichole Nunn, the founder of Flash Me Experience, a revolutionary selfie studio breaking barriers in the creative world. In this episode, Nichole shares her courageous leap from the corporate world to en...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! In this inspiring episode, join us for a heartfelt conversation with the remarkable Dr. Katherine Brown. With sincerity and passion, Dr. Brown opens up about her journey and the impactful work she's doing in her comm...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! In this enlightening episode, join me as I sit down with Melaneice Gibbs, a force to be reckoned with in the world of dance and the esteemed coach of the Sophisticated Ladies at Tennessee State University. Despite posses...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Danielle McGee, a passionate HBCU college professor and the visionary behind four impactful brands dedicated to supporting and empowering black-owned businesses. Dani...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! Today we have a captivating conversation with Shiondria Davis, a musical creative and the founder of Goalfriendz. Goalfriendz is a platform aimed to provide Black women entrepreneurs with a sense of sisterhood during suc...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that celebrates creativity and empowers women entrepreneurs and creators! I am your host, Tee Westbrook and in this intimate episode, I sit down with a very special guest, Tameka Townes, who has been a pivotal figure in my life since the age of 16. Join Tameka and I as we dive deep into the world of artistry, creativity, and education. Tameka,...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Taniesha Westbrook and her incredible guests! In this inspiring episode, we sit down with the remarkable Salina Fountain, sharing her transformative journey from Tennessee State University (HBCU) to becoming a successful Mentor, Sales, Marketing and Partnership cons...

Welcome to "Cool Girls Create," the podcast that empowers and inspires aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators! Join host Tee Westbrook and her incredible guests!  In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Dr. Laquita Stribling to explore the transformative impact of the HBCU experience on the trajectory of her life. We delve into the pivotal role of building strong and influent...

Welcome to the Cool Girls Create Podcast, Taniesha Westbrook, sits down with the brilliant marketing mind, Monrae, the founder of Ghetto CEO Podcast. In this episode, we delve into the heart of disruptive marketing, dissecting the intricacies of Monrae's approach to captivating campaigns and the secrets behind building a thriving business. The conversation unfolds with Monrae sharing her insig...

🎧 Cool Girls Create: Navigating Entrepreneurship with Deja Monet 🎧 Embark on a journey of empowerment and inspiration with "Cool Girls Create," the ultimate podcast for aspiring woman entrepreneurs and creators. Host Tee Westbrook invites you to explore the stories and wisdom of remarkable guests like Deja, a writer and influencer navigating the complexities of career and creativity. D...

Embark on an inspiring journey with Dr. Contrecia Tharpe, affectionately known as Dr. T, and Cool Girls Create host, Tee Westbrook. In this engaging and insightful conversation, Dr. T, shares her journey as an entrepreneur, marketer, and agency owner. She discusses the challenges of being your own boss, emphasizing the importance of embracing the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, as well as disp...

Step into the fascinating world of Kimberly Douglas, a self-portrait model, and explore the intricate details of her typical shoot days. Uncover the strategic planning and research she employs to bring her creative visions to life. Kimberly shares candidly about the challenges she faces, from experimenting with new ideas to overcoming unexpected obstacles during shoots. Dive into her resourcefulne...

Join us on this inspiring episode of Cool Girls Create as we sit down with seasoned PR entrepreneur Deja Monee, the founder of Intel Media Group. In this candid interview, Deja shares her personal journey from being a proud graduate of an HBCU to establishing her own successful PR agency. She reflects on her experiences in the creative and entrepreneurial space, offering valuable insights and prac...

In this empowering podcast interview, Taniesha Westbrook engages in a meaningful conversation with Jessica Whitaker, an accomplished photographer and coach with a base in Seattle and New York. Offering invaluable insights for photographers, videographers, models, freelancers, and female entrepreneurs, they explore effective strategies for mastering content creation and cultivating a flourishing bu...

Welcome to the empowering world of women entrepreneurship and creativity with Monchiere Holmes Jones, the founder of a groundbreaking Black-owned, woman-owned agency based in Nashville, Tennessee. In this engaging podcast, Monchiere shares her insightful journey, offering a wealth of knowledge and experience for aspiring women entrepreneurs and creators. Join Monchiere as she dives deep into the h...

In this empowering episode of "Cool Girls Create," your host Taniesha Westbrook sits down with the remarkable entrepreneur, Shontay Lundy, the visionary mind behind the groundbreaking brand, Black Girl Sunscreen. Discover the compelling story of how Shontay Lundy transitioned from a corporate finance background to become a trailblazing creative entrepreneur. Hear her personal experiences...

In this inspiring episode of the Cool Girls Create Podcast, join host Tee Westbrook as she engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Eva. Together, they delve into the art of achieving work-life balance, a topic that resonates with moms, entrepreneurs, and students alike. Meet Dr. Eva, an accomplished Internal Medicine Hospitalist who dedicates her skills exclusively to the hospital setting, fo...

In this captivating episode, join Tee Westbrook and Robert “Bobby” Wallace as they embark on an inspiring journey into the realm of building generational wealth through Black entrepreneurship. Despite the social and economic obstacles that may arise, Episode 1 is all about empowering you with the knowledge and strategies to pave the way for a legacy of prosperity. Generational wealth, the legacy f...