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Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Tami Williams, the founder of College4U Online Learning Center, about her business. It's designed to provide all individuals with the enlightenment of resources by re-shaping the college narrative and highlighting the college experience holistically. College4U Online Learning Center is designed to provide individuals from all walks of life with the enlightenment of re...

Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Takiyah Philp, the founder of one of our sponsoring organizations, Get-A-Sitter. It's a web-based child care locator that's designed to help you find experienced professionals to meet the specific needs of your family. Get-A-Sitter is a web-based child care locator that's designed to help you find experienced professionals to meet the specific needs of your family. Th...

Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Lisa Ludwig, the founder of one of our sponsoring organizations. It's a female-focused firearms and self-defense training company in Long Island, NY that helps women be confident and self-reliant with any situation they may come across. She Trains You's Contact Information: On the web: https://www.shetrainsyou.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.deeludwig...

Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Tamara Dopwell, the founder of one of our sponsoring organizations, Designs by Tee. Designs By Tee was initiated when a Brooklyn social worker named Tee realized she did not have the money necessary to provide assistance to individuals she came into contact with on a day-to-day basis. After a discussion with a colleague, she decided to find a way to fund her efforts i...

Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Shameka Allen-Lane, the founder of one of our sponsoring organizations, Catalyst Event Coaching. At Catalyst Event Coaching, the staff empowers nonprofits and small businesses with training on how to manage events and other related skills through full execution. With over 15 years in the events industry combined with formal education, they deliver tailored solutions u...

Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Liz Shepherd, the CEO of one of our sponsoring organizations, Kidault Kar. Kidault Kar is a car service specifically designed with parents and their children in mind. They offer newborn transportation from the hospital to home, to doctors appointments, mommy-and-me classes, or anywhere around town. Don’t have a car seat? Kidault’s vehicles have at least one convertibl...

Gabrielle Crichlow interviews Amber S. Hawkins, the CEO of one of our sponsoring organizations, Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC (or YCNOTLLC05 for short). Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC is a Black-owned and woman-owned limited liability company that's celebrating 15+ years of the motto "Computer Training & MORE That Comes To You!" Due to COVID-19, the company provides at this time only...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Kellan Fluckiger about resiliency - what it means and how to achieve it. Who is Kellan Fluckiger? Coming through decades of depression, addictions, life-threatening illness, and a near-death experience, Kellan has become the ultimate catalyst to help motivated people melt barriers, move mountains, and mobilize superpowers to achieve their true des...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Wyzae Glover about her starting two businesses before 25 years old. Who is Wyzae Glover? Wyzae Glover is the proud owner and CEO of Bosses Academy LLC, founded in 2022 in New York City. Bosses Academy focuses on creating future leaders of society, structuring businesses properly, fixing credit, gaining personal and business credit, and learning ab...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Chris McMichael about what makes a man a "man" and the societal pressures that we put on men. Who is Chris McMichael? Chris McMichael is originally from Mississippi, grew up in Louisiana, and now lives in Colorado with his family. He spends as much time outdoors as possible, engaging in camping, hunting, hiking, and simply enjoying nature. Chris h...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest and long-time friend Jonisha Jones about double standards for men and women when it comes to sex and relationships. Who is Jonisha Jones? Jonisha Jones, a native New Yorker currently residing in the South, recently started a podcast to discuss topics important to her. She enjoys photography, astrology, and travel. You can find Jonisha Jones...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Christen Arafeh about the college admissions process, including looking for scholarships. Who is Christen Arafeh? Christen Arafeh is the owner and director of Hive College Buzz, a speaker, college admissions advisor, and scholarship strategist. You can find Christen Arafeh: On the web: https://www.hivecollegebuzz.com/ On Facebook (page): https://w...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Eric Jones Jr. about life as a Black and male teacher. Who is Eric Jones, Jr.? Eric Jones Jr. is a Professional Speaker, Podcast Host, Basketball Coach, and Author. Eric is a Father of an amazing son and a beautiful daughter! Eric has over 6 years of experience in public speaking, mentoring, and basketball coaching. Eric is one of the most sought-...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Maribel Quezada Smith about podcasting - what it is, why it is helpful, and how it gives a voice to the voiceless. Who is Maribel Quezada Smith? Maribel Quezada Smith founded Diferente Creative, a media production company that provides expert video and podcast production services to business leaders with higher brand goals who want to create...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Cecelia Morris about the legalities of structuring your business as a sole proprietorship, partnership, C-Corporation, S-Corporation, or LLC. Who is Cecelia Morris? Affectionately known as “The Digital Marketing Maven,” Cecelia walked away from her 25-year engineering career over five years ago and never looked back. Now, she helps people st...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Clarissa Constantine about the reasons she became a test prep tutor and the lessons she learned about the industry. (Original air date: June 28, 2022) Who is Clarissa Constantine? Clarissa is an only child who had a tough relationship with her mom. During college at the University of Hartford, she began what would turn into a decades-long career a...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Jewell Nicole about her life as a gamer and the transformation of video games. Who is Jewell Nicole? Jewell has been an avid simmer for the last fifteen years. She's played every sim game in The Sims franchise and has a wealth of knowledge for this passion. But she's also your average girl with a simple life and a passion for fashion. You ca...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Dr. Ashley Funk about the best ways to deal with (and reduce) those unpleasant behaviors in children. Who is Dr. Ashley Funk? Dr. Funk is the Owner & Founder of Paradise Psychology, PLLC. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders and helping caregivers manage unwanted behaviors displayed by their children. Dr. Funk...

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow engages in a thought-provoking conversation with guest Difernt Caldwell as they explore the history, significance, and future implications of Juneteenth. Juneteenth holds a special place in American history as it commemorates the moment when enslaved people in Texas first learned of their freedom in 1865. Recently, this important day...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow continues the conversation with guest Shane Thrapp about relationships, including ethical non-monogamy. Who is Shane Thrapp? Shane Thrapp is a Certified Life Coach specializing in ADHD, focusing on Life, Relationships, and Career Development. He works to help people build personalized ADHD Systems and understand their ADHD. Shane has also served on the boa...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Danielle Meadows-Stinnett about podcasts - what are they, how they work, and the ways they influence our media. Who is Danielle Meadows-Stinnett? Danielle is the owner of Octane Design Studios, a 13 year old branding and identity firm based in the heart of the Bluegrass. Danielle is a podcaster, wife, recently certified chat GTP prompt engin...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Lincoln S. Kokaram about P.A.S.S.I.O.N. - how to find it and how to use it in your personal and professional lives. (You're not confused - P.A.S.S.I.O.N. is a backronym!) Who is Lincoln Kokaram? A gifted trainer and public speaker born to teach and empower others, this will be your assessment of Lincoln Steve Kokaram after spending just a fe...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Shane Thrapp about the do's and don'ts of relationships. Who is Shane Thrapp? Shane Thrapp is a Certified Life Coach specializing in ADHD, focusing on Life, Relationships, and Career Development. He works to help people build personalized ADHD Systems and understand their ADHD. Shane has also served on the board of the Inattentive...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Vikram Rajan about podcasts - what are they, why are they so popular, and how to (maybe) get rich from them. Who is Vikram Rajan? Vikram Rajan has presented to every significant Greater New York City bar association. His marketing column premiered in the AICPA’s CPA Insider publication in Fall 2009 and became the most popular column in July...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow further continues the conversation with guest Livia Pewtress about the use of essentials oils as natural medicine for common illnesses. Learn More & Claim your 3 GIFTS from Livia: https://gifts.learnlivefly.com/eo Who is Livia Pewtress? Livia Pewtress loves people, their stories, and their soul connections. Her purpose is to inspire others to believe m...