Grown Up

This past year has been quite challenging for me. As the final few episodes approach, I'll be reflecting on the podcast's progress over the past 4 years, discussing my current journey, and preparing for the new year. In this second part of the Reflect and Reset series, I'll be talking about embracing honesty, acknowledging my flaws, and striving to be a better person based on the lessons I've lear...

This past year has been quite challenging for me. As the final few episodes approach, I'll be reflecting on the podcast's progress over the past 4 years, discussing my current journey, and preparing for the new year. In the first part of the Reflect and Reset series, I will discuss how the podcast will be upgraded in the new year, why I've struggled to release episodes, and my plans to pursue new...

I apologize for the late drop. The show always goes on! On this month's Grown Up episode, we delved into Glenn's new career as a life coach, the significance of mental health and personal development, and the exploration of one's divinity. I also made a huge announcement that Grown Up is expanding to new platforms! We continue to shine the light on last month's N.O.W. Spotlight artist, so click hi...

On this month's episode of the N.O.W. spotlight artist segment, I am joined by Tajonyx a contemporary R&B and pop artist hailing from Columbus, GA. We discussed how his mother introduced him to music, the challenges he is actively overcoming, and the triumph in his journey to show up authentically in his music. We also discussed his latest album 'Phantom Fire' which is out now on all platforms...

On this month's episode of Grown Up, I bring back Certified Life Coach Esther Murray! The last time she was here, we discovered her amazing personality and learned about the role of a life coach and the potential benefits they offer if you consider seeking outside help. For her second time back, Esther and I had a casual conversation like two old friends who have known each other forever. Although...

On this episode of the N.O.W. spotlight artist segment, I am joined by self-taught musical artist Uncle Tino. We discussed his early interest in music, his experience entering the music scene under a previous stage name, and how he continues reinventing himself as an artist. Uncle Tino, a Houston native, has performed at events such as SXSW and has been recognized for his community contributions....

In today's episode, I take a moment to reflect on my personal growth since I began exploring my spirituality. I have found that my belief in something greater than myself has helped me during times when I felt inadequate on my journey toward independence. This episode reflects the grace I have received, which has allowed me to continue being myself while making this podcast. I am grateful to each...

On this month's N.O.W. spotlight artist interview, in honor of Women's History Month, I am joined by independent female artist Poet 22 representing Wisconsin and Chicago. We had a great discussion about her journey from poet to artist. We talked about the moment she felt like she could turn her poems into songs, who is her favorite poet, and her goals for her music this year. We had a lot of fun t...

In this episode of Grown Up, I discuss a topic that has come up many times for me during this self-discovery season: authenticity. In the show's first half, I talk about a part of myself that I have consciously not shared based on fears and worries. As I eventually would discover, it was truly all in my head, and having this talk with myself put so much into perspective. Later on, I am joined by a...

On this month's N.O.W. spotlight artist artist interview I am joined by Leash Da Beaast representing Brooklyn, New York. Leash has been an upcoming force to be reckoned with having music placement on Bravo, Nat Geo, Amazon Prime, and Tubi, she is continuing to shine bright and be an example for independent musicians and entrepreneurs across the US. We talked about her journey as an artist and prod...

On today's episode I have an amazing conversation with actor/podcaster TJ from Tea with Tj Podcast. He may be slightly new to the podcast lane but he is already gaining traction with the help of his insightful videos on social media. We discussed everything from self-improvement, meditation, our independent journey similarities and differences, and of course TJ dropped some of those insightful gem...

New Year, More Artists!! I'm excited to continue the N.O.W. segment and finding musicians who deserve to be supported and recognized. On this month's N.O.W. spotlight artist interview I am joined by Apollo Mantikos tapping in from Washington. We talked about how he got his start in music, What motivates him to continue this journey, and Of course we discussed his latest album 'Cutting Soul Ties'....

This month I decided to take a small break from the normal dynamics of the podcast while still giving you an amazing episode. On this episode I have two different conversations that both contribute to the bigger picture of staying true to yourself. My first guest is marriage coach Claire Jorgensen joining me all the way from Denmark. We discussed her career as a marriage coach, the feedback she ha...

On today's episode I discuss all of the happy stress I have been going through as a result of becoming deeper into my faith and spirituality. It has been almost two months with no episode and I have quite a few things to update y'all on. Then later in the episode I am joined by psychologist, bestselling author, and behavioral researcher Dr. Ardeshir Mehran with a thought-provoking conversation abo...

On this month's episode of the N.O.W. interview segment I am joined by the Naturally on a Wave Spotlight Artist: Randy Emillio. He is a brand new artist to the segment so I'm excited to expand and continue supporting independent artists. He joined me all the way from Virginia to talk about his music journey. We discussed some of the struggles he's faced so far, how he wants to evolve as an artist,...

In this episode, I dig pretty deep into self-reflection and self-discovery. I let you in on the intentional practices and steps I have been taking in my journey to write a better book about "Me". Later in the episode, we are joined by a guest who I interviewed earlier this year about his recent business venture that launched not too long before our interview. Stay tuned for an update on his busine...

On today's episode the Naturally on a Wave spotlight artist for this month Luci A. joins me to talk about the latest success since starting his rebrand. We talked about how the journey has been so far adjusting to a new sound, what keeps him motivated as a father and an artist, and what sacrifices he has had to make in order to keep up with the demands of his natural passion. Make sure you follow...

Welcome to Grown Up podcast regular episode number 100!!! Unfortunately since this pleasant surprise caught me off guard I do not have a well-thought episode put together, however that does not mean I disappointed you in this episode. So on today's episode I open up about my time here making the Grown Up podcast. I reflect on the mental challenges I have faced in order to push forward, I appreciat...

On today's episode we connect with the N.O.W. spotlight artist for July! Swayla is an amazing Soul-singer from London, who I connected with about two years ago when I was just getting this segment started. Since our initial connection I have continued to keep in touch and support her. Listen to our discussion about who is this newly self-discovered artist and how she is taking the independent lane...

This episode is pretty special and somehow extremely accurate because this is the 99th regular episode I have recorded and I finally feel like I'm finding myself. On today's episode I reflect on my experience podcasting for the past 3 years and how it has developed me into the individual I am becoming today. I talked about the new space of alignment I am moving into as well as give my perspective...

This month's Naturally on a Wave spotlight artist is Kishboy who happens to be the second Nigerian artist that is joining the segment! On today's episode, I persevered through unfortunate circumstances, in order to give this artist the recognition he deserves. Joining me via audio snippets, Kishboy talks about his independent music journey that includes many struggles from being semi-forced in the...

Happy Pride Month!!! In the first part of this episode, I reflect on coming out 2 years ago as a Transman here on the podcast as well as the growth I have experienced throughout the beginning of transitioning. With no notes written down, I speak directly from the heart about what life has been like for me discovering myself semi-publicly through this podcast. Then in the second part of the podcast...

On today's episode we connected with the N.O.W. spotlight artist for the month of May! Alyssia Davis joined me all the way from Boston to talk about her independent music journey. She shared her experiences on how easy it has been for her to distribute her music, what types of music she likes to make, and she shares about the support that she has been receiving from the unlikely social media platf...

On today's episode, I am talking all about support, support, support! It just so happens to be mental health awareness month and we could certainly use more supportive resources for that so I decided why not talk about the meaning of support from my perspective of existing in this world. I discuss the importance of support in small moments, where we should try to look for support, and what support...

Grown Up family I'm back AND we are moving right along to the second part of this short series. Joining me is the iconic DJ Dee Wizz who has worked with some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop including, Doug E. Fresh and Salt N Pepa but he didn't get to where he is today without putting in the work. On today's episode I give you a small insight into the evolution of music and DJs from the perspectiv...