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Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, Gabrielle Crichlow sits down with fellow tutorpreneur Jennifer Darieng to explore her journey into the tutoring profession and discuss the pros and cons of the tutoring business. Jennifer is the owner of Star Rise Tutoring LLC and brings over 20 years of experience in the education field. Join us as she shares her preference for the flexibility and personali...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Arletha Orr Allen about the death of her husband and children and the ways that she powered through her loss. Who is Arletha Orr Allen? Arletha Orr Allen is a Certified Grief Coach, author, and grief motivational speaker. You can find Arletha Orr Allen: On the web: https://www.arlethaorr.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arletha.orr...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Zaakirah Muhammad about religious discrimination and the facets of Islam. Who is Zaakirah Muhammad? Zaakirah Muhammad has been storytelling through photography, writing, film, and podcasting for the last two decades. As a second-generation entrepreneur, she advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, identifying...

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we have our second virtual book reading! Returning guest Dawn Menge will read and discuss her children's book "Queen Vernita's Visitors" with our listeners. Bring the kids! Who is Dr. Dawn Menge? Dr. Dawn Menge writes a children's book series based on her real-life adventures and friends titled "Queen Vernita's Visitors Educational Adventures," aimed at Pre-...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Brittany Gregorio about the tips and tricks for managing social media. Who is Brittany Gregorio? Brittany Gregorio started her business as an experienced virtual assistant and flourished into a marketing strategist specializing in content marketing. Her passion is helping entrepreneurs reach their growth goals. She spends much snug...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Sarah Stelmach-Brown about living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and anxiety at the same time. Who is Sarah Stelmach-Brown? Sarah Stelmach-Brown is a caregiving advocate with a major focus on autism and Alzheimer’s disease and the host of the podcast “Caregiver Chronicles.” She is the mother of two boys on the autism spectrum. Sarah...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow and returning guest Kellina Powell tackle the tough discussion of mental health. Who is Kellina Powell? Kellina Powell is passionate about guiding and supporting people with disabilities to try different tools and strategies to reach their fullest potential, especially within the deaf community. She passionately supports people in achieving success and, dr...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Dr. Nerissa Bauer about her new life with ADHD and the new perspective on herself. Who is Dr. Nerissa Bauer? Dr. Nerissa Bauer is a behavioral pediatrician, creator, dreamer, entrepreneur, podcaster, author, and spokesperson with ADHD. She runs two businesses: a part-time direct specialty care practice where she sees clients in per...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Kara Laws about her successes, failures, and struggles of living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Who is Kara Laws? Kara Laws is the CEO and founder of Launched. She is also a business educator and the author of the book Don’t Suck at Business. She teaches women all the steps, in the right order, to build a solid business found...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Brittany Gregorio about the virtual assistant industry: how to get into it, what to expect from it, and the reality about it. Who is Brittany Gregorio? Brittany Gregorio started her business as an experienced virtual assistant and flourished into a marketing strategist specializing in content marketing. Her passion is helping entrepreneurs r...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Adva Hanan about classroom management tips. Who is Adva Hanan? Adva is an early childhood educator with over 7 years of experience teaching 2 and 3-year-olds both inside the classroom and as a camp director. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Early Childhood Education and a master's degree in education. She has specializ...

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, we have our first virtual book reading! Returning guest Dawn Menge will read and discuss her children's book "Dragon Breath" with our listeners. Who is Dr. Dawn Menge? Dr. Dawn Menge writes a children's book series based on her real-life adventures and friends titled "Queen Vernita's Visitors Educational Adventures," aimed at Pre-K to 6th grade. She has just...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Dr. Nerissa Bauer about the symptoms and misconceptions of ADHD in children. #ADHD #misconceptions #hottopics Who is Dr. Nerissa Bauer? Dr. Nerissa Bauer is a behavioral pediatrician, creator, dreamer, entrepreneur, podcaster, author, and spokesperson with ADHD. She runs two businesses: a part-time direct specialty care practice where she sees cli...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Claudia Wojtowicz, the mom of one of our previous guests Jacob Wojtowicz, about raising a young entrepreneur and finding the balance between stepping back and stepping in as a mom. Who is Claudia Wojtowicz? Claudia Wojtowicz is a proud mother of two amazing young men, Jacob and Joshua, and her dog Chewy. She relocated to Charleston, SC, from...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Helen Ryan about living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (surprise!) and the tools she uses to manage it. Who is Helen Ryan? Helen Ryan is the creator of the unscripted coached walk podcast "Walking and Talking with Helen," designed to motivate listeners to keep walking, moving, growing, and creating new habits. She is the autho...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Zaakirah Muhammad about racial discrimination, colorism, and being "the only one." Who is Zaakirah Muhammad? Zaakirah Muhammad has been storytelling through photography, writing, film, and podcasting for the last two decades. As a second-generation entrepreneur, she advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, ide...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Dr. Dawn Menge about how to read an Individualized Education Plan (or IEP). Who is Dr. Dawn Menge? Dr. Dawn Menge writes a children's book series based on her real-life adventures and friends titled "Queen Vernita's Visitors Educational Adventures," aimed at Pre-K to 6th grade. She has just sent her thirteenth book to print and is...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Reeba Daniel about managing her business, personal life, and family life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Who is Reeba Daniel? Reeba Daniel is the founder and CEO of R&ARIE. She believes that creating real social impact in communities does not require being a huge corporation but rather choosing "collaboration over competit...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Katherine Chatmon about the right ways to track, save, and grow your money. Who is Katherine Chatmon? Katherine Chatmon is a paraplanner and financial wellness coach who assists the working class. While Katherine spends her days working at a boutique wealth management firm, she spends her evenings and weekends teaching families financial lit...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest IngerShaye Colzie about her life as a Black woman with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Who is IngerShaye Colzie? IngerShaye Colzie is an ADHD Coach and Psychotherapist specializing in making a difference for Black woman executives and entrepreneurs, supporting women through clarity, empowerment, and resilience. She has successfully...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Zaakirah Muhammad about life with eye cancer. Who is Zaakirah Muhammad? Zaakirah Muhammad has been storytelling through photography, writing, film, and podcasting for the last two decades. As a second-generation entrepreneur, she advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, identifying as a visually impaired, hard of hearin...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Adva Hanan about life as a teacher. Who is Adva Hanan? Adva is an early childhood educator with over 7 years of experience teaching 2 and 3-year-olds both inside the classroom and as a camp director. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Early Childhood Education and a master's degree in education. She has specializations in Special...

Welcome to the 63rd episode of Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Adam Paulman from Cuddle Party Inc about cuddle parties, consent, clear communication, and the importance of nurturing touch. Who is Adam Paulman? Adam Paulman has facilitated workshops, trainings, festivals, and multi-day events for over 40 years. He is fascinated by group dynamics and the elements that support cohesion and pu...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Dawn Menge about the abilities of children with learning, cognitive, and developmental disabilities. Who is Dr. Dawn Menge? Dr. Dawn Menge writes a children's book series based on her real-life adventures and friends titled "Queen Vernita's Visitors Educational Adventures," aimed at Pre-K to 6th grade. She has just sent her thirteenth book to prin...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Harvey Laguerre about the definition of "manliness" and the impact of gender roles on men. Who is Harvey Laguerre? Harvey Laguerre is a 47-year-old stay-at-home dad of 4. The emergence of COVID-19 led to the creation of a relationship podcast, Love is Black, with his wife. The success of that podcast encouraged him to create his own. Men are...