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Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Lou and Teresa discuss what to do to get the right mortgage, improve your credit score, find the right home and sell your home. Ok, well Lou and Teresa are smart, but they can barely keep up with Regina and Christie on today’s topic. Buying or selling a home is a big deal. Regina Daye-Lewis, Senior Lender with C & F Mortgage ( www.midlothian@cfmortgagecorp....

Send us Fan Mail Lou and Teresa discuss a few recent stories in the news including the sentencing of former police officer Derek Chauvin and the condo collapse in Surfside, Fla. In the face of tragedy, the Earrings Off! co-hosts ponder how to maintain hope.  Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/the-memories-came-rushing-back  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madis...

Send us Fan Mail Lou and Teresa discuss Bill Cosby and how our history of discrimination does not give us a pass to excuse criminal behavior.  As a community, we are so much better than that. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/when-the-pain-of-racism-colors-reality  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones  Theme song:                                     ...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou shares with Teresa that years ago when Lou was making a major career transition , one of her close friends suddenly grew an extra head and confided that she was an alien. You don’t believe it? Well, be a friend and listen in! Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/the-risk-of-friendship  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madiso...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode Lou and Teresa discuss the importance of doing cardio to maintain a healthy heart. Unfortunately for Lou, she discovered that she needs to watch less TV and stop people watching while she works out to do a better job monitoring the intensity of her workout. As usual, Teresa breaks it all down. Find the latest blog here: https: https://www.earringsoff.com/po...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou talks with Donna White-Bailey and Karita Law about Kleine-Levin Syndrome (KLS). KLS is a rare disorder. Patients may sleep up to 20 hours a day. As you can imagine,  this symptom (along with other alarming symptoms) greatly impacts their lives. Donna’s son Ryan and Karita were both diagnosed with KLS. Sadly, Ryan died at the age of nineteen. Through a local...

Send us Fan Mail Giving and caring for each other is fundamental to who we are as a community. It’s how we have not only survived but thrived throughout history. In this week’s episode Robert Bolling and Veronica Fleming discuss philanthropy in the black community. Robert is a member of Ujima, a giving circle of African American men ( www.ujimalegacyfund.com ). Veronica is a founding member of Sis...

Send us Fan Mail Hosts Lou and Teresa talk about the importance of sleep and the impact of sleep deprivation. You don't want to sleep on this episode.  Find the latest blog here: https://www.earringsoff.com/post/healing-your-body-through-sleep  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones  Theme song:                                                               D-Techneekz  Logo...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Lou and Teresa discuss the recent update from the CDC which lifts restrictions for vaccinated Americans.  The Earrings Off! co-hosts readily followed the safety protocol and now try to make sense of the changes. Lou and Teresa talk about what they plan to do going forward to hopefully stay safe. Listen in! Find the latest blog here: https://www.earringsoff.com/...

Send us Fan Mail Yes, Mother's Day was last Sunday. But we are moms and we were doing what all moms should have been doing: Celebrating our awesomeness. So, now we are back at it. Hope yours was great. Enjoy! Find the latest blog here: https://www.earringsoff.com/post/try-juicing Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones Theme song:                                             ...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou and Teresa discuss the recent shooting of 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant. The co-hosts talk about the fact that African-Americans are taught to teach our children to embrace their culture and to be who they are. Yet when African-American parents send our children out into society, our children are disproportionately penalized for doing just that. African-America...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode Lou and Teresa tell some jokes to hopefully lighten your mood. The best joke though is that they aren't funny. At all. Don't believe me? Listen in! Find the latest blog here: https://www.earringsoff.com/post/basic-strategies-for-good-nutrition-and-better-health Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones Theme song:                   ...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou and Teresa discuss day-to-day realities that routinely make most people feel stressed. The Earrings Off! co-hosts also share what seems to be working for them as they attempt to manage it. Listen in! Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/the-power-of-the-village Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones Theme song:     ...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in to hear T'keyah's journey and commitment to becoming a doctor. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/natural-insect-repellent Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones Theme song:                                                               D-Techneekz Logo Design:                                                           ...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode Lou and Teresa share their thoughts on Women's History Month. Shhh...don't tell them they are a month late. You will embarass them! Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/internet-safety-tips Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones Theme song:                                                               D-Te...

Send us Fan Mail Listen as hosts Lou and Teresa chat with Dr. Teresa Williams about her work with children through her GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program) program. Dr. Williams shares invaluable tips for parents and students on how to help students succeed in their post-secondary education.  Find our latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/dragon-f...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode Lou and Teresa discuss ways to stay motivated and their need to be more active on social media. They are candid about  the reasons why they are reluctant to do so. Turns out the trailblazing co-hosts are also great big scaredy cats. Shocking! Listen in. Find our latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/marching-into-madness   Marketing and Social...

Send us Fan Mail According to the World Health Organization, childhood obesity is one of the most serious public health challenges of the 21st century. The problem is global and is steadily affecting many low- and middle-income countries, particularly in urban settings. Angela Powell, a certified group fitness instructor will chat with the Earrings Off hosts about her passion for helping children...

Send us Fan Mail Lou learns (yet again!) that if you get into any type of health discussion with Earrings Off! co-host Teresa be prepared to always hear from someone who is passionate about health. Teresa and Lou discuss their thoughts, as African-Americans, on getting the COVID-19 vaccination. The earrings Off! co-hosts also return to an earlier discussion which encouraged each of us to be the CE...

Send us Fan Mail Raushawna Price is an accomplished author, speaker, coach, radio personality and giver of awesomeness and today she  talks to us about how we can unlock our hidden gifts and talents. Raushawna's contact information can be found on her website:  https://raushawnaprice.com. Please visit and support Raushawna. Today's blog contains information to help you build your home fi...

Send us Fan Mail Nurse Practitioners and American Heart Association Ambassadors Kimberly Ketter and Shaun Rivers talk about heart disease. Kim and Shaun are twins who were both diagnosed with heart failure at the age of 40. Their diagnosis motivated them to share their message, education and experience to help others make better choices relative to their heart health.  Their passion for the commun...

Send us Fan Mail Hosts Lou and Teresa explore the importance of Self Care with guests Kim, Kelli, Dian and Wendy. Today's blog contains resources on meditation. Read it here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/self-care-is-not-selfish Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones Theme song:                                                               D-Techneekz Logo Design:     ...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Valentine's Day! This holiday is all about love. Why not show yourself some love by hearing about a practice to help you relax more? It's good for your heart. Today, Candice joins Earrings Off Hosts Lou and Teresa to talk about her amazing meditation practice and how it has allowed her to better manage stress. You can show some love to us today by listening in! Tod...

Send us Fan Mail In honor of Black History Month, hosts Lou and Teresa share stories from their own history. Also, included will be a clip from a past interview with Ms. Mae. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Lou and Teresa discuss their upcoming February focus on heart health. During February, weekly podcasts will include: The Community Table on Self-Care, Meditation Tips, Information on Heart Health and Relationships. Today's podcast will share specifics on the coming theme and will be very informative. Listen in! Read the blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/you-already...