Ink&Impact podcast

Hey my lilies 🌺, As Christmas fades and the year begins to close, we find ourselves in the in-between—not quite finished with what was, and not fully stepped into what’s next. In this episode, we pause. We reflect honestly on the wins, the mistakes, the moments we barely survived, and the grace that carried us through anyway. This isn’t about perfection or New Year pressure. It’s about gratitude....

Hey my lilies 🌺… This week’s episode is a special Christmas double feature, bringing together two deeply connected conversations — because that’s exactly how December feels right now: layered, emotional, reflective, and full of meaning. In Part One (Episode 32), we talk about family, memories, and the quiet weight of trying to make Christmas magical. We unpack parent guilt, nostalgia, and the rea...

Hey my lilies 🌺… Welcome to Part One of our Christmas Series, where we take a real, honest look at the chaotic side of the holiday season. This week, we’re slowing down long enough to acknowledge what December actually feels like — the weather shifting, the hiring rush, the packed stores, the empty holiday spirit, and the pressure to recreate the magic we felt as kids. In this episode, we break d...

Hey my Lilies 🌺 In this episode, we unravel the truth behind Thanksgiving—not the myth, not the textbook story, but the heart of the tradition itself. We explore how people like Sarah Josepha Hale and Abraham Lincoln reshaped a painful moment in history into a practice of unity, healing, and remembrance. Together, we look at what tradition really is: a rewriting of memory, a way to acknowledge pa...

Hey my lilies  In this week’s episode of Ink & Impact, we’re diving deep into Remember the Titans — not just as a film, but as a reflection of what we’re living through right now. With the world shaking, politics roaring, families stretching to survive, and peace feeling harder to find, this story reminds us of something powerful: Even through chaos… we rise. Today, we break down the movie th...

Hey my lilies  As we step into Episode 28, I want to take a moment to pause with you and face the reality of what our nation is moving through right now. From the shifts in food assistance, to the uncertainty around tariffs and possible payments, to the strain hitting our airports and federal workers — this season is impacting real families, real homes, and real hearts. In this episode, we’re unpa...

Hey my lilies 🌺— this week, we’re bringing it home with a little laughter, love, and nostalgia. Inspired by the hilarious classic Step Brothers (2008), I’m diving into the ink behind the script and the impact it’s had on all of us who grew up arguing with siblings, sharing rooms, and learning what family really means. I’m joined by my sisters, Megan and Sha Sha (aka Shatonia), as we talk about ou...

Halloween Special It’s Halloween — that time of year when we all remember those eerie late nights watching Tales from the Crypt, waiting for the Crypt Keeper to give us a grim little lesson about greed, obsession, or just plain hatefulness. But behind all the chills and one-liners, there was always a message — one that came from the view of a skeleton who’d already seen it all. From the crypt, he...

Hey my lilies 🌺 today we’re diving deep into one of the most haunting, thought-provoking, and strangely spiritual horror series of all time — Final Destination. From Alex’s chilling vision in the very first film to Iris’ legacy in the sixth, this episode of Ink & Impact unpacks what it truly means to cheat death, face destiny, and live with faith even when fate seems written in stone. We’ll w...

Hey my lilies 🌺 Tonight’s episode is one that walks between faith and fear, truth and trembling. We’re diving into the haunting yet powerful story of Anneliese Michel — the young woman whose faith shook the world and inspired the film The Exorcism of Emily Rose. Through this seven-part journey, we’ll explore who she was, her family, the priests, the courtroom that turned her pain into evidence, a...

Hey my lilies 🌺 Tonight, we’re stepping into the world of faith and fear through the eyes of two of the most talked-about figures in paranormal history — Ed and Lorraine Warren. From haunted farmhouses to demonic possessions, these two stood as spiritual warriors, not ghost hunters — fighting darkness not with weapons, but with the Word of God and the armor of faith. We’ll walk through the storie...

Hey my lilies 🌺 When we talk about inspiration, we can’t leave out music. Music has always been more than sound—it’s an expression of truth, struggle, and freedom. In this episode of Ink&Impact, we’re reflecting on one of the most influential groups in hip hop history: N.W.A. From Compton’s raw reality to shaping a culture, Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, and Ice Cube left behind legacies that teach us abou...

Hey my lilies 🌺—today we’re stepping back into 480 BC, where freedom and empire collided at the narrow pass of Thermopylae. This episode dives deep into what it meant to be Greek, the legendary stand of King Leonidas and his 300 Spartans, and how the film 300 brought their sacrifice to life. We’ll uncover the history, the fiction, and the metaphors that remind us what it means to lead, to discern...

Hey my Lilies 🌺, In Episode 20, we dive deep into the moments that shape us—the wins, the lessons, and the quiet reflections that often go unnoticed. This episode is all about perspective: seeing the growth in your journey, finding strength in unexpected places, and embracing the seasons of change that God gracefully weaves into our lives. 🌿 Whether you’re sipping tea, journaling, or just taking...

Hey my Lilies 🌺 In this episode of Ink & Impact, we dive into the streets of Paid in Full — not just as a movie, but as a mirror. Through Ace’s quiet code, Mitch’s love for the hustle, and Rico’s reckless greed, we unpack what it really means to be “paid in full.” Is it money? Status? Power? Or is it peace, freedom, and knowing that the life you’re building actually loves you back? With raw d...

Hey my Lilies 🌺 In this episode of Ink & Impact, we step through the pantry with Jake Epping in Stephen King’s 11/22/63 and walk straight into one of history’s darkest days — the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. We break down the timeline of November 22, 1963, the infamous single-bullet theory, and the troubled path of Lee Harvey Oswald. But more than history, we wrestle with the b...

Hey my lilies 🌺, This episode is one of the heaviest and most personal I’ve ever shared. In August 2015, I lost my baby cousin Jordan to gun violence, and in September 2023, my older cousin Redrick was taken from us through jail violence. Two different paths, two different stories, but both lives stolen too soon. In this episode, I honor their memories while reflecting on the reality our young me...

Hey my lilies 🌺 This episode is all about strength, resilience, and the storms we face—both in nature and in life. We’re diving into the power of hurricanes, the lessons they teach us, and how these natural forces mirror the challenges we endure. From the science behind tropical cyclones to the human stories of perseverance, this one will inspire you to stand firm when the winds of life start blo...

Hey my lilies 🌺 ⸻ Episode 15: The Giants Walk the Earth What if the giants of history, faith, and science still walk among us? In this episode of Ink & Impact, we dive deep into the concept of giants—those towering figures and ideas that have shaped our world. From biblical references to modern metaphors, discover how these giants influence our everyday decisions, creativity, and growth. ✨ W...

Hey my lilies 🌺 In Episode 14 of Ink & Impact, we’re celebrating the real soldiers—the parents, the caregivers, and the strong souls who show up every day despite the struggles. From the morning rush to late-night reflections, your choices matter more than you know. We’ll dive into why stillness is powerful, how your decisions shape generations, and why giving yourself grace in the journey is...

Hey my lilies, 🌺 We’ve asked the question. We’ve shared the testimonies. Now, it’s time to apply it. In this final part of the Who Do You Trust? series, we explore how to move from head knowledge to heart action. How do you keep your trust rooted in God when life feels unpredictable? This episode is your blueprint for walking it out—faithfully, boldly, and intentionally. Follow @InkAndImpact_Podc...

Hey my lilies 🌺 In this continuation of our “Who Do You Trust?” series, we dive into the moments when our way meets God’s way—and how trust becomes a testimony. Brandye and I reflect on the unexplainable, those times when God showed up in ways that defied logic and left no doubt that He was in control. If you’ve ever had a season where faith had to carry you further than reason, this episode is f...

Hey my lilies 🌺 Today’s episode is all about trust—what it really means and where we choose to place it. Some people trust in the universe, others in people, but what happens when we shift that trust to God? In this episode, I sit down with one of our lilies, Brandye, to talk about why trusting in God is different, why it matters, and how it changes everything. This is just Part 1 of our conversa...

🎙️ Hey my lilies 🌺 In this soul-stirring episode of Ink & Impact, we honor Zora Neale Hurston — a woman who wrote the truth even when the world wasn’t listening. We explore what it means to become, to write without applause, and to trust that silent seeds still bloom. From navigating identity to writing through uncertainty, this episode is a call to every woman who’s still figuring it out — a...

Hey my lilies 🌺 In this episode, we journey into the mystery of black holes — not just the ones in space, but the ones we sometimes carry within. We explore Sagittarius A, event horizons, and the gripping reality of spaghettification (yes, that’s a real thing 😳). But more than that, we ask the deeper questions: What does it mean to walk toward the unknown? What happens when life collapses inward...