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Send us Fan Mail Today, Lou talks with WSL Leadership Founder Iggy Perillo. Iggy has a wealth of experience training leaders, leading Mastermind groups and building successful teams. Iggy brings a unique perspective to what traits are commonly seen in successful leaders. She also knows a thing or two about how to handle bullies in the workplace. You can get a free download of: “Dealing with Bozos...

Send us Fan Mail You are in luck! This Sunday Teresa will share her wellness presentation from the recent Earrings Off conference. Her talk touches on health equity, wellness and nutrition. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/not-pretty-but-boy-is-it-good-for-you  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones  Theme song:                                         ...

Send us Fan Mail Today, Lou and Teresa are still experiencing an adrenaline rush from their first conference. It was almost too much to take in: the speakers, the Community Table, the people, the fellowship. Line dancing too! What?! You weren’t there? You will want to listen in and hear all about it in today’s episode. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/vitamin-d-is-a-sup...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s repeat episode is the very first Earrings Off episode from two years ago. Sadly, this subject remains relevant and heart-wrenching. Just this week, the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill announced on World Mental Health Day, that they were  canceling classes. A UNC-Chapel Hill administration representative noted that in the wake of two student suicides in the past mo...

Send us Fan Mail It’s Lou’s turn to bring back an earlier Earrings Off episode. Wouldn’t you know she chose the earlier one about natural hair? Too often as African-American women, we are scrutinized when we go natural and scrutinized by our community when we choose not to go natural. We have enough to separate us, don’t add this too. In this repeat episode, Lou and Teresa encourage folks to “Mind...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode Lou and Teresa speak with Ashley Gordon who is a CPA and has a Master's in Accounting. Ashley shared specifics on how she and her husband Vernon developed and executed a plan to become debt free. Since this isn't a fairy tale, you should know it required hard work and sacrifice. But, they did it! Ashley and Vernon are Pastors and Co-founders of Th...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou and Teresa talk with former lawyer Jenny Toh who found her purpose and is now the Founder and a Certified Life Coach at her company, River Life Coaching. Jenny shares tips to better navigate as an introvert in personal and professional relationships. Jenny is skilled at helping clients find clarity to align their values and beliefs to discover their purpose....

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou and Teresa speak with “Y” strategist, Dr. Vanessa Jenkins ( www.drvsolutions.org ). Dr. Jenkins is the CEO/President of Dr. V Solutions and an award winning speaker and coach. She is also an author; her book “57 Reasons You Should Know Your Y” can be found on her website and is available on Amazon. Dr. Jenkins draws you in with her vast knowledge and way of...

Send us Fan Mail With that all that is going on, Lou has started her Bikram Yoga practice again! Listen in as she shares about her experience with Teresa. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/9-1-1  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones  Theme song:                                                               D-Techneekz  Logo Design:                   ...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou and Teresa discuss students returning to school and the anxiety most Americans feel as the pandemic wears on. The Earrings Off co-hosts encourage listeners to be vaccinated and to be vigilant in adhering to CDC safety protocols including continuing to wear masks. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/learning-to-tap-out  Marketing and...

Send us Fan Mail Teresa shares her excitement about a book she is reading titled "How Not to Die" by Dr. Michael Greger with Lou. She manages to get Lou's attention with the promise that her favorite food, ice cream, can be part of a healthy diet. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/review-of-how-not-to-die-by-dr.-gregor  Marketing and Social Media Strategis...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Lou and Teresa share a bit about the origins of family reunions for African Americans. The Earrings Off co-hosts talk about the benefits and (since we are talking about family dynamics) the common challenges to staying connected. Listen in! For conference tickets: www.eventbrite.com. Search Earrings Off Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/pos...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in as Lou and Teresa discuss how you should honor yourself with the same grace that you extend to others when you fall short of your self expectations and goals. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/heartfulness-meditation  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones  Theme song:                                                           ...

Send us Fan Mail In Sunday’s episode Lou and Teresa share a big secret! Ok, well it’s not a secret but it is very exciting. In honor of their upcoming two-year anniversary, Earrings Off! will hold their first conference on Saturday, Oct 16th!  Want to know more? Listen in. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/kidney-sones-ouch  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Mad...

Send us Fan Mail Today the Earrings Off hosts discuss the recent longevity study which showed that Americans are now dying sooner than we have in the past. As usual, the black mortality rate was shocking. Each day, in addition to deciding what time to rise, what to eat for breakfast, what to wear, we are making far more important decisions. Decisions which will increase the number of years we get...

Send us Fan Mail In todays episode hosts Lou and Teresa chat about the highs and lows of parent/child relationships. In the end it comes right down to the pure unconditional mutual love and respect that we pray exists between all parents and their children. Find the latest blog here:  https://www.earringsoff.com/post/aloe-vera-to-the-rescue  Marketing and Social Media Strategist:     Madison Jones...

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/...