Living Strong: The Flip Side of Adversity

The Flip Side of Adversity welcomes the powerhouse Crystal Brown-Pinkney for an episode entitled “I Am Able.”   Crystal’s story is one of mental toughness, entrepreneurship, and faith. With 28 years in the financial services industry and as a Regional Vice President with Primerica, she has built not only a business, but a mission—helping families break free from debt, build wealth, and walk in fin...

Nine years of stages, stumbles, assignments, successes, slip ups, sad moments, and joyful opportunities—and I’m still here. Still learning. Still moving with purpose.   Tonight on The Flip Side of Adversity we’re getting real about how to Prepare. Pivot. Persevere. All of it. Bring your questions. Share with a friend. Let’s flip together. I don’t have it all figured out, but I’ve stayed the course...

I’m sitting down with the trailblazing Blondell Reynolds-Brown to talk about her brand-new memoir, Walking a Tightrope Backward in High Heels. 👠 From the halls of Philadelphia City Council to the realities of single motherhood, Blondell’s story is part political memoir, part leadership manifesto—and ALL inspiration. She’s opening up about shattering glass ceilings, championing women and families,...

In this episode, we’re talking about breaking free from the weight of “shoulds” with the bold and brilliant Jessica Frew. 💥   Her episode, “Shove Your Shoulds – Become a Decision-Making Badass and Live the Bold Life You Deserve,” will hit home for every woman who’s ever tried to be the perfect wife, mom, entrepreneur, or friend—all while silently falling apart. Jessica shares how hitting her brea...

Dr. Nefertiti Poyner joins The Flip Side of Adversity to share how the quiet, persistent belief of being “never enough” shaped so much of her life and work. She opens up about leaving a secure role after 24 years to build a mission-driven business helping others live with purpose, passion, and peace. Listeners will learn how to recognize and transform self-doubt into intentional, aligned living th...

This week’s guest, Kirstyn Allen, is an award-winning sales and marketing leader who has generated millions for Fortune 500 tech companies and helped her clients land contracts with giants like Louis Vuitton and national nonprofits. But behind the wins is a deeper story—a raw, honest look at “The Cost of Walking in Purpose.”   In this episode, Kirstyn will pull back the curtain on the highs and lo...

It’s HERE! The SWEET 16 SEASON of The Flip Side of Adversity kicks off TONIGHT at 5PM EST and you do NOT want to miss this soul-shifting episode with the phenomenal 🎙️👑 DrRhonda Alexander ! We’re coming in STRONG with truth, power, and transformation as Dr. Rhonda peels back the mask of the “Strong Black Woman” and gets real about the high cost of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and silent suffer...

Join me for a special solo episode as we wrap up Season 15 of The Flip Side of Adversity before I take my summer break! ☀️ But let me be clear—this isn’t about endings… it’s about new beginnings. 🌱💫 We’re talking about what it really means to get rooted before you rise—because stable, sustainable growth doesn’t happen by accident, it happens on purpose. 🙌🏾 Let’s close this season with some lau...

In this empowering episode, we explore the brilliance, resilience, and billion-dollar power of Black beauty—body, business, and brain. From busting myths to building wealth, discover how Black creators are claiming their space, rewriting narratives, and turning culture into capital. Bold. Black. Bankable. This is the truth about Black beauty.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Pennsylvania State Representative Gina H. Curry—educator, equity champion, and co-founder of the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus. With decades of experience serving youth, families, and underrepresented communities, Rep. Curry shares why the fight for Black maternal health is urgent, personal, and long overdue. Together, we unpack the systemic disparities...

The Survivor Power Playbook with guest Krystal Gonzalez Founder of Redirecting Our Culture Inc., grief & resiliency coach, and unstoppable activist.   After enduring the unimaginable loss of her daughter to gun violence, Krystal made a powerful decision—she turned her pain into purpose. Now, she uplifts grieving mothers, guides families through trauma, and teaches others how to transform grief...

We’re closing out our Trauma Through the Lens of Gender series with a powerful conversation featuring Brandon R. Brown—a nationally recognized trauma specialist and community healer with over 25 years of experience. TONIGHT, we’ll explore how to build healing-centered spaces through emotional intelligence, trauma-informed practices, and intergenerational resilience. 💬 It’s time to go back to the...

Part 2 with Brandon Brown!! NOW!!! This episode dives into the ecosystem of trauma—how it shapes perceptions, impacts relationships, and influences how we show up in the world. We’ll unpack the role gender plays in that ecosystem and offer practical strategies for building emotional intelligence and leading others toward healing. 🧠💬 What does it really take to lead people through trauma? How do...

For Mental Health Awareness Month listen in to this Encore episode with Sara Ashley Andrews as we dive into the tension between Resilience and Adversity and answer a few questions: “Resilience Through Adversity: Turning Pain into Purpose”         1. How can adversity help foster personal growth and resilience in individuals? 2.In what ways can overcoming challenges reshape one’s perspective on suc...

Black women are more likely to die from heart attacks, stroke, high blood pressure, and several cancers than any other racial or ethnic group. Weathering is the term coined by Dr. Arline T. Geronimus, a public health researcher, to explain this health gap. Her theory is that systemic discrimination, racism, and oppression cause a cascade of biological changes in the body, leading to an increase in...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Living Strong: The Flip Side of Adversity, Dr. Veirdre Jackson is joined by guest co-host Brandon Brown for a courageous conversation that explores trauma through the lens of gender. Together, they unpack the ways gender identity and societal expectations shape how individuals experience, express, and heal from trauma. Whether you're on your own he...

This week on The Flip Side of Adversity, Dr. Jackson is joined by special co-host Dr. Zenida Driver—therapist, visionary, and founder of Right Path Counseling. In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Driver opens up about her deeply personal journey to discovering her purpose, one filled with unexpected U-turns, long pauses, and meaningful detours. She shares how those moments of uncertainty ultimately sha...

On this empowering episode of the Flipside Radio Show Living Strong, Nicole Black shares her personal faith journey and how she learned to lean on her faith while being intentional about her vision. Inspired by her favorite scripture, Habakkuk 2:2, she talks about the tools that helped her shape her destiny: prayer, visualization (believing that when you see the thing, you can be the thing), worki...

Resilience isn’t just a skill we develop when facing life’s toughest moments—it’s a mindset and a daily practice. In this episode of The Flip Side of Adversity, we explore how resilience is not something you have to wait to build by hitting rock bottom. Instead, it’s a lifestyle—something we cultivate every single day through intentional choices, mindset shifts, and purposeful actions. Join us as...

Dr. Dermell Brunson’s journey from musician and youth pastor to founder of Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center (LTYC) is a testament to the transformative power of the arts. In this episode, he shares how his early experiences in music and leadership shaped his vision for using creative expression as a tool for youth empowerment, mental wellness, and community impact. Discover how the arts can inspir...

In this episode, we sit down with education activist, Dr. Danielle Martin, who is challenging the norms and leading a movement for change through education. This is a bold and inspiring conversation dedicated to the dreamers, disruptors, and changemakers who refuse to settle for unjust systems.

“The Hardwork of Heartwork: It's a Matter of the Soul, delves into the journey of introspection, highlighting how an acceptance of our own flaws opens the door to deeper empathy and true growth. By cultivating self-awareness and compassion, we unlock the ability to see and appreciate the beauty and humanity in others, fostering deeper, more meaningful connections that lead to collective change.

n this powerful and inspiring episode, Dr. Veirdre Jackson sits down with Deana Jean to discuss how a devastating cancer diagnosis transformed her life’s path—from corporate executive to the driving force behind a dynamic collaboration movement. Deana opens up about her journey, the challenges she faced, and how she turned adversity into an opportunity to uplift and connect with others. Tune in as...

Staying committed to your wellness goals isn't just about motivation it's about consistency, mindset, and building habits that last. In this episode of The Flip Side of Adversity, we sit down with Coach Dionna Lee Harris and members of Find Your Strength Fitness to tackle the biggest obstacles that cause people to give up before they see results. Why do so many start strong but struggle to stay on...

This episode will delve into the journey of Nanye Kofi, who transformed personal hardships into a springboard for success. Learn how resilience, faith, and a commitment to serving others drove him to build thriving businesses and inspire change in the world of finance, fashion, and perfumery.