Groove with Portia

It's Fri-yay! Have you ever heard of a body part being associated with an emotion? For example, let's say a doctor tells you that your ear infection is actually grief trapped in your ear? Sound taboo? It's more common than you think. On this first episode of Groove with Portia on Fearless Friday, I am joined by  O'Livia Kennedy, ShEO and Founder of Alternative Healing Consultants & Solutions, LLC....

We've all been prescribed a medication for a physical ailment such as headaches, knee pain, rashes, etc. How do psychiatrist prescribe mental health medications to patients when the complication is not easily seen? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Megan Rochford, Program Director from NAMI Greater Cleveland, and also Dr. Mackenzie Varkula, DO, a local psychiatrist and Board Me...

It's not always easy to start a fresh day with a fresh mind. How do we change our mindset to give everyday a new chance when adversity hits us? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Pratibha Dey, Entrepreneur and Host of Chai Together. Tune into our conversation to learn how she keeps an optimistic outlook on life after having an abortion and how she started Chai Together. For more...

How would you feel if you could get paid to share your story? Let that sink in. How does effective branding equate to wealth? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Manny Hall, Branding Strategist for Manny Hall & Associates. Tune into our conversation to learn the importance of branding and why there is no such thing as the word "try". For more information on Manny Hall, visit here...

Does grief have a limit? On this rare solo episode of Groove with Portia, I discuss a moment of grief from a different circumstance and how my mental wellness journey helped me to recognized my state of grief. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/groovewpb/support

Our careers in life may change, but our values stay with us. Serving others stems deeper than a healthcare profession or restaurant career. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Laura Fote (Pronounced Foh-tay), founder of L & B Concepts, a luxury wedding rental company. Tune into our conversation to learn how Laura switched from healthcare to luxury event rentals and hear about wed...

The saying goes it take a village to ensure success, but what about building stronger communities? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Aaron & Shakera Mitchell (husband & wife) from The Beloved Community, an organization geared towards building better communities one family at a time. Tune into our conversation to hear why Aaron & Shakera started the organization and the importan...

Death is an interesting topic and concept. I always wondered why we live forever once our physical body leaves the earth, but while living we tend to be "dead" to others. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Cooley, Emcee & Vocalist from D.C. Tune into our conversation to learn how he entered the music industry and his perspective on death. For more information on Cooley, visit he...

We are often told in order to solve a problem, we have to think outside the box. How often do we look inside to find our answer? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Chandra Collier, SHeO & founder of Business in a Box. Tune into our conversation to learn how Chandra started her business and how the Three P's helped her become successful. For more information on Business In a Box,...

What does it take to get ahead in this life? Money? Power? Access. How does access play a role in reaching your goals? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Ant Blair, a serial entrepreneur and motivational speaker. Tune into our conversation to hear how Ant took his knowledge from the streets to corporate and why "excess" can be detrimental in many ways. For more information on An...

We could all use a good laugh. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Rob Gordon, comedian & actor. Tune into our conversation to hear about Rob's latest projects and where you can see him on tour this year. For more information on Rob Gordon, visit here.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https:...

Each one of us has been traumatized by an event in our life. How do those traumatic events impact not only our mental health, but also physical? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Megan Rochford, Program Director from NAMI Greater Cleveland, and also Chris Vavro, LISW and Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapist from A Space for Healing. Tune into...

It took me sometime to realize my mental health condition does not hinder my success. I have learned to use it as my fuel. This is the case for many individuals who have struggled at one point. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Bella Sin, A multi-award-winning performer & Cleveland's Burlesque Queen. Tune into our conversation to learn how Bella Sin worked through mental health...

Every successful person had to start from the ground and work his/her way up. For one SHeO, her "sole" purpose grew once she "stepped" to a higher platform in her faith. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Melvina Spain, CEO & Founder of Heeled By Melrose. Tune into our conversation to learn how Melvina started on her entrepreneurship journey and the scholarship she offers for hi...

I've said before how my mental health condition is my super power. This may sound contradictory, but if I continued to let my mental health condition go untreated, I wouldn't have found my true passion or calling in life. This same principal applied to another individual. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Erick Brazile, CEO & Founder of Healing Hyenas, which he started after a...

On this episode of Groove with Portia, I reflect on my own mental health journey and ask a favor from my listeners.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/groovewpb/support

Art takes us into many dimensions and emotions. What message did you get from the last piece of art you look at? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Philip Smallwood, a water color painter who uses contemporary realism to capture a moment in time. Tune into our conversation to hear how Philip started painting and how artist can build generational wealth from their craft. For more...

What is the secret to overcoming anything in life? Forgiveness. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Nicole D. Miller, SHeo of ABN Bookkeeping and Author of three books "Stories for the (Urban) Soul", "How to Overcome Heartbreak: Recovering from Misguided Love" & "How to Overcome Heartbreak: Stories That Heal". Tune into our conversation to learn how Nicole balances two successful...

What are you willing to give up in order to be successful? Friends? Job? Spouse? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Dr. Tameka Ellington, ShEO and Founder of First Generation Revolutionaries and former academic professor. Tune into our conversation to learn about her transition to full time entrepreneur and the building confidence. For more information on Dr. Tameka Ellington, v...

A parents worse nightmare is losing their child. How does one cope or heal from this tragedy? On this Motivation Monday, I am joined by Cherese Wesley, Inspirational Speaker and a mother who lost her youngest child in 2012 from a brain tumor. Tune into our conversation to learn how Cherese continues to honor her late daughter and a message she has for other parents who have lost children.  --- Thi...

Suicide is NOT exclusive. All races, genders, religions can be overtaken by suicide. What hurts the most is hearing the number of young people under the age of 15 being taken by suicide. Why? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Chardé Hollins, LISW and Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist for the ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County plus Co-Chair for Cuyahoga County's Suicide Preve...

It's National Book Lovers Day! If you need a new piece of literature to read, this episode is for you. On this episode of Groove with Portia I am joined by Ebony Little, author of the newly released title "Longing for Moore". Tune into our conversation to learn a hidden secret about authors along with Ebony's inspiration behind writing the book. If you want to get a copy of the book, visit here. ...

I read a quote on LinkedIn earlier this year that said, "People know your worth. They just hope you don't." This bothered me to my core. I immediately asked "Are people this selfish?" On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Robert B. Foster, Motivational Speaker and Entrepreneur. Tune into our conversation to hear Robert elaborate on this quote and how you can find your value & worth...

Happy Minority Business Month! On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Angel Austin, one of my high school colleagues who is the SH-e-O and founder of 29 Thirty One Event Center. Tune into our conversation to hear Angel's inspiration behind starting an event center business during the pandemic and also the significance in the numbers in her title. For more information on the event ce...

Fashion is eye-catching. It's also personal. Fashion, for one entrepreneur, tells a story. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Cierra Boyd, CEO & Founder of FriskMeGood. Tune into our conversation to learn which Rihanna song inspired the name of her brand and how a well known artist wore her design at a runway show. For more information on FriskMeGood visit here.  --- This episod...