My So-Called Fabulous

In part 2 of The Story Behind the Story, we dive deeper into This Is My Story, the documentary of three Fort Worth Black men who were silenced. It's no secret that we've all had troubling times in our life, learning how to navigate through those times and come out on the other side better and not bitter is difficult. We all have the power to change the universal language and evolve as a society em...

It’s June and I am talking about everything LOVE this month! This week, I talk about the unique love of a spouse or partner. Meet my fabulous hubby Greg Blackmon! Happy Anniversary to Greg and I…we celebrate our 10th year of marriage this week; and what a fantastic ride!! Neither, Greg nor I have been in a marriage this long and we are ready to chat about what has worked for us!! Listen as we shar...

Kicking off the month of June with Love, lots of love! First in line…the love of our fur babies, unconditional love like no other. Did you know DOG is GOD spelled backwards? I am not surprised but It took me 52 years to experience this type of love; my first pet, LaLa. Meet Shawna Gibson, the owner of FETCH pet sitting services. Shawna is an amazing self made entrepreneur that has done it all. Sha...

Neuroscientist, Staci Danford with The Grateful Brain returns to the show to help me introduce June's Love Month Podcast Series. Each Tuesday during June, I have a tremendous line up of guests to discuss totally different types of love. Love of our fur babies, love of our partners, loving one another, the pain of losing a spouse, and loving our children. Staci explains each love is a different typ...

In THIS IS MY STORY, a moving and inspiring video project recently released by Amphibian Stage, three prominent Fort Worth Black men share stories about a time they were silenced. In less than a month it has been viewed by over 12,000 viewers around the world, with requests pouring in to screen the video at schools, galleries, non-profits, and businesses. But the story of how this piece came toget...

Cabana Life didn’t start out in the fashion and sun protection industry. This company began as two women who were having the time of their lives living in Manhattan. Working their way up in the magazine industry when their eyes were opened by the dreaded C-word: CANCER. You don’t have to choose between fashion and function…so a new trend was created: sun protection you actually want to wear.

Living well, performing well, eating well -- all while having fun! That's the mindset and mission of Jennifer Fisher, a lifelong elite athlete, certified personal trainer who's into running, obstacle course & adventure racing, hybrid fitness competitions, water sports and yoga. She's also self-taught chef and award-winning recipe developer who blogs about clean eating, healthy living and fitne...

Bio-identical hormone replacement and anti-aging specialist, Dr. Lisa Gardner with Fusion Medical Aesthetics returns from episode 54 to share more on taking care of our bodies for both male and females. During the aging process we naturally lose hormones in which we feel and see the effects. Lack of energy, low libido, brain atrophy, and yes, urinary incontinence! Listen and learn as Dr. Gardner d...

Meet Courtney Garvey, Market Director Fort Worth JDRF. Courtney shares her journey living and fighting Type 1 diabetes (T1D) to find a cure! Diagnosed at age 6, a diagnosis that did not define her but propelled her to a life of giving and service. Learn what T1D is and what it’s not! JDRF is the leading international nonprofit fighting to cure T1D while also helping those with T1D live healthy liv...

When you see changes that must be made, you don’t just talk about it! You do something about it! Tarrant County native Sabrina Renteria finds her passion in serving. Creating three successful businesses, single mother of two and now candidate for Fort Worth City Council. Her mission is to serve her city while empowering women by leading, being an example and dedication to public service.

We are talking travel with Sydney Patterson Travel. Optimistic about the future of travel, Sydney launched her agency during a global pandemic. Lockdowns and restrictions will not last forever and now well over a year of limited or no travel, we are ready to go! Understanding travel guidelines and how often restrictions change, you need an agency that is knowledgable. This is the perfect time for...

Ya’ll, I am losing my hearing and I've been in denial for years! How in the world did this happen to me? A combination of genetics, environmental factors and the aging process has lead me to now face the facts, I am losing my hearing! Audiologist, Dr. Robin Carson with Carson Hearing Care joins me today to navigate hearing loss, and solutions. Technological advancement with hearing devices offers...

Austin health coach, trainer and fitness competitor joins me to share her knowledge of how every body is different, how to learn and love yours. Kati and I discuss our history in the fitness world, body image, nutrition, fitness and more. Wife and mommy of three young boys successfully juggles life, home school, and a thriving business. MyBody GX teaches clients how to take a deep look at their ge...

The incredibly talented actor, television host and realtor Matthew Minor joins me to discuss the real estate market during the current climate, financing, home trends and what sells! This is the perfect time to sell as inventory is low and money is cheap! You may have seen Matthew on a number of HGTV’s successful television shows, Apartment Therapy, HGTV’s House in a Hurry.

ER nurse Jenny Blackmon, BSN, RN shares her stories from the front line and joins me to talk extensively about the pandemic. As we approach the one year mark when our world was forever changed as a global pandemic took over our country, our nation, and our world. We discuss shut downs, the school system, vaccines, masks and more. Thank you to the thousands of women and men that take the toll menta...

My home is organized to a fault but why, why, why do I have multiple sticky notes, three planners, a computer screen with multiple tabs open and a desktop that looks like a puzzle with missing pieces?!?!? You get me?? You may have met Lynn on episode 25, Art of Juggling It All and her podcast, Life In Motion. Lynn returns to help me create balance and organization in a portion of my life that is j...

This week I sit down and chat with co-hosts and longtime besties, Tony Green and Henry Abuto of On The Same Page Podcast. Green, host of the online talk show “Hello, I’m Tony Green” and the “Tony Green on the Scene” segment of NBC 5’s “Texas Today”. Abuto, chef and founder of Fort Worth catering company ByWasonga. We discuss everything from the arts and culture, entrepreneurship, Black Lives Matte...

Suddenly diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 19 which led to depression, anxiety, anorexia, and attempted suicide. This heart to heart discussion with motivational speaker and personal coach Kevin Nahai, of Los Angeles, California will enlighten and educate you on anxiety, depression, dating, relationships, breakups, self confidence and so much more. Change your thoughts, change your actions, and yo...

Before we begin, a note of warning! The topics we are about to explore and discuss are not suitable for minors or young listeners. Adult content! Brave and vulnerable are what I needed to be to record this podcast episode! After talking to so many friends and hearing from so many of you regarding this delicate subject, I decided it was time to tackle the topic of sex head-on. You’re going to hear...

Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women. It claims more women’s lives than all forms of cancer combined. Cardiologist, Dr. Nina Asrani, and Emile Blaine, Executive Director, Fort Worth/Tarrant County American Heart Association joins me this week to share their knowledge and expertise of what you can do to prevent heart disease. The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® mo...

Fashionista and styling guru, Bonnie Smith shares her incredible experience in all things fashion, including the exact components to pull together a quality wardrobe by using pieces you already own and what items needed to purchase, if any! Getting to know her, you understand it is her true passion to help clients build confidence in their look and maintain a stress-free closet space. What a bless...

You met my personal trainer, Sam Watts in episode 30, Working Out with Injuries. Often New Year resolutions include plans to get in shape and eat healthy, which are often ditched before the end of January. Many return to previous habits as people are stuck in the same routine, a routine that is comfortable and easy. Sam discusses his approach to clients by slowing introducing or reintroducing a fi...

Happy 1st birthday to my podcast, My So-Called Fabulous! With so many dreams, promise and hopes for the new decade, 2020 turned into a roller coaster ride NO ONE could predict. In January of 2020 I took my newly formed business to a new level by introducing a podcast, brand ambassador and more. It was a journey, to say the least, but spoiler alert….we survived. I am excited to introduce you all to...

Not sleeping, peeing on yourself, feeling like crap, poor nutrition, sluggish but your main concern is Covid 19….hmm? What are we doing (or NOT doing) to our bodies to live the healthiest life and feel as good as possible! Where are your priorities when it comes to your health and the one and only body you have been given? During this podcast, I had the opportunity to have a heart to heart with Dr...

What’s on my mind today? Well, allow me to share. 2020 has certainly been a doozy with so many uncertainties, ups, downs, twists, turns, violence, and not to mention...COVID 19! As hard as we tried to avoid it, the nasty virus graced my home hitting all three of my family members, including myself. Some were hit harder than others but we consider ourselves the lucky ones! In this episode, I share...