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Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow continues the conversation with guest Adam Paulman 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 purpose. He is...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Evander Beatty about his Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (aka OCD). Who is Evander Beatty? Evander Beatty has firsthand knowledge of what OCD is all about and the effect it can have on one's life, having suffered from it since his late teens. He is the author of the book "DangerLife: A Dark Voyage Thru OCD." What he has written comes directly...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow continues the conversation about podcasting - this time with guest Julius Hinton. Who is Julius Hinton? Julius Hinton, aka "Producer_Julius," is the Founder of The Plug (Agency and Network) and Co-owner of Life Is Dope LLC. Julius is an award-winning podcast producer who develops, produces, edits, markets, and monetizes podcasts and multimedia content. He...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Brittany Gregorio about the benefits of digital organization for your business (including your marketing strategy). In this episode, Brittany and Gabrielle discuss the importance of organization in business. Brittany suggests using platforms like Asana and Google Drive to keep track of tasks and content, and emphasize the need for...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow continues the discussion with guest and long-time friend Jonisha Jones about double standards between men and women when it comes to sex and relationships. We even touch on male victimhood. In this episode, Gabrielle Crichlow and Jonisha Jones discuss the issue of double standards in relation to sex and relationships. They explore the societal expectation...

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Stefanie Molina about resiliency - how to find your path after two kids, two career changes, two catastrophic events, and a chronic illness. In this episode, Gabrielle Crichlow and Stefanie Molina discuss the topic of resiliency. Molina shares her personal story of resilience, including multiple career changes and her experience with deep vein thr...

We're at it again! As the pandemic continues and remote learning becomes scarce, homeschooling is on the rise. Whether you don’t want to send your child back to in-person learning or just want to know what all the fuss is about - Homeschooling 101 is for you! This episode is the audio of our Homeschooling 101 workshop, featuring various speakers who discuss different aspects of homeschooling, incl...

As the pandemic continues and remote learning becomes scarce, homeschooling is on the rise. Whether you don’t want to send your child back to in-person learning or just want to know what all the fuss is about - Homeschooling 101 is for you! (We apologize for the technical difficulties.) Speakers (in order of appearance): 1) Danielle Miller On Facebook (business):  https://www.facebook.com/doulaloo...

In partnership with College4U Online Learning Center, we had our Virtual Trade Fair on Thursday, March 4, 2021. The theme of the fair was "Become Your Own Boss." Hear from a variety of entrepreneurs about how they turned their trades into businesses and get advice on how you can do the same. The topics of discussion include: - The importance of having a trade - The importance of entrepreneurship -...

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...