Pearls & Politics Podcast

#THEYGOTYOU - Episode 37 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features everybody's favorite Insurance and Real Estate Agents Anthony & Trinas Neely! Anthony & Trinas have a real and relatable conversation about the importance of being covered in every area from SR22 car insurance to home and life coverage. With decades of service in our communities, this power couple shares their expertise...

#ISAIDWHATISAID Episode 36 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the #Masters of Speech-Language Pathology Chasity Leddell & Christie Bogay-Potts! Chasity & Christie lead us on their journey from Charlie Park to subject matter experts and advocates in the field of Speech & Language Pathology. With every area of experience from hospitals to the classroom having provided services for...

 #QUINTESSENTIALRESTAURATEUR Episode 35 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the absolutely amazing restaurateur THE Jasmine Brooks! Jass reveals her amazing story of trial and revelation that led to her first wildly successful restaurant and the journey of peace and authenticity that has followed. She talks to us about love for self and the City of Champions that she still works to impact ev...

#QUEENENTREPRENEUR - Episode 34 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the Queen of Entrepreneurship Tawanda Story. Nurse Story leads us through the many life experiences that brought about the visions for her thriving businesses specializing in everything from geriatric advocacy to the delectable art of charcuterie. She shares her love and passion for the elderly and how she will never stop fi...

#BALLISLIFE Episode 33 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features E. St. Louis Flyers Head Basketball Coach Mark Chambers!!! Coach Chambers takes us from the backboards & baseball diamonds of THE Lincoln Sr. High School, playing professional baseball for the Atlanta Braves, all the way back home to the courts of E. Side High as a Championship winning Coach and mentor to scholar athletes in the...

#ORIGINALGENTS - Episode 32 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Original Gents owner Eugene Potts. Eugene discusses the dream that manifested into his men's natural grooming products & accessories business and his vision for providing a quality line of products to make the #classicman look and feel his best! Please join us on YouTube and everywhere podcasts are heard as we continue c...

#BACKDRAFT - Episode 31 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the #FIREKILLA ESTLFD Lieutenant Korre Hill. Lt. Hill starts a series of Episodes throughout the year showing our appreciation for first responders and all the men and women who protect and serve us every single day. Lt. Hill speaks of his service to country with the United States Army and his transition upon retirement to protectin...

#GEORGIEPORGIE - Episode 30 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the #STUNNA Tomicia Taylor aka Georgie Porgie of George’s Infused Elixirs! Tomicia takes us on her health journey that led to a renewed state of mind and birth of her company. Tomicia shares her product line with us, the amazing health benefits and even gives us a inside sneak peek into what’s next on her list! Y’all gotta tune...

Episode 29 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the Diva Dessert Queen Yashica McKinney. The incomparable dessert maker and chef tells the story of how Desserts Out the Jar and More came to be the culinary powerhouse we all know and love. She shares the struggles of the baking and food business and the one DIVINE encounter that changed her life and her business forever! You don’t want to miss...

#LEGALQUEENS - Episode 28 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Attorneys Joslyn Sandifer & Maurche Belk of Sandifer & Associates. Attorney Sandifer shares the story of the birth of her firm and Attorney Belk joins the discussion on helping build and sustain a thriving minority woman owned business in today’s culture. Our conversation goes on to evolve into discussions on advocacy, the...

#SEASON3PREMIERE - The Season 3 PREMIERE of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Michael McMillan President and CEO of the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis!!! President McMillan shares with us his dynamic vision for building thriving families, neighborhoods and communities. He discusses many of the amazing programs offered by the Urban League, how we can all join the movement and what'...

#SEASON2FINALE #ICONLIVING - The Season 2 FINALE of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Black Creative ICON Everett Johnson!!! Everett gives us a glimpse into his amazingly creative mind through DECADES of expression in hair, makeup and fashion. Everett tells us of the birth of his iconic line of hand made, one of a kind luxury bags and the journey to share his gift around the world! Please joi...

#CEOMOM Episode 25 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the business mogul herself, THE Devon Moody Graham. Devon gives us all the deets on starting, growing and sustaining a successful business. She also discusses how all CEO Moms can take care of self, home and business in a balanced manner that supports both mental and physical success. The CEO Mom believes you really can have it all!!!  P...

#CommunityLifeline Episode 24 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Wyvetta Granger Executive Director of Community Lifeline East St. Louis. Director Granger tells us of her life journey that led her to First Lady of one of the most outreaching and effective churches and community centers in St. Clair County and the St. Louis Metro area. Lady Granger enlightens us on services they provide, the...

#ThemHillsTho Episode 23 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features the Dynamic Duo, D1 Asst. Women’s Basketball Coach Jazmin Hill-Pitts and Indianapolis Colts Social Media Coordinator Jayda Hill as they tell of their life journey from a small Midwest town to the NCAA and the NFL. Jazmin and Jayda discuss family, life, sports and careers for women and women of color in a male dominated industry and...

#FLASH Episode 22 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Boxing Champion and Olympian Arthur “FLASH” Johnson. Now known as Coach Johnson, he takes us along the journey of a young man raised in E. St. Louis all the way to boxing greatness. Coach Johnson talks with us about the importance of family, perseverance and giving back to the community and raising others up. Please join us on YouTube and...

#WORKERSRIGHTS Episode 21 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Local 881 Union Representative Jeff Collier. Jeff educates us on the Worker’s Rights Amendment and why we should vote #YES. He also discusses the importance of Unions for the American family and the uplifting of the middle class. Please join us on YouTube and everywhere podcasts are heard for this timely and informative Episode! ...

#IMPACT Episode 20 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Pastor Ron Young of Impact Church STL. Pastor Young brings forth an engaging conversation about the impact of politics on the African American community. He also discusses the Black Church and returning to the days of prominence and influence on the political front from the pulpit to the pews. Please join us on YouTube and everywhere pod...

#BREASTCANCERAWARENESSMONTH  Episode 19 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features breast cancer #SURVIVOR Monica Johnson, RN WHNP-BC. Monica takes us on her hope filled journey of #VICTORY over breast cancer. From diagnosis to #HEALED, she shares her story of the spiritual, emotional and physical ups and downs, highs and lows of one woman’s refusal to anything but #LIVE! Please join us on YouTube...

#BREASTCANCERAWARENESSMONTH  Episode 18 of Pearls & Politics Podcast brings the return of Dr. Kanesha Bryant aka The Cancer Snatcher. Dr. Bryant teaches us the importance of early detection and takes us through each phase of diagnosis all the way to remission!  Please join us on YouTube and everywhere podcasts are heard for this episode of hope! Please don’t forget to like, love, share and SUB...

#BREASTCANCERAWARENESSMONTH Episode 17 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features amazing breast cancer surgeon Dr. Kanesha Bryant. Dr. Bryant leads this month’s series of enlightenment and hope as we endeavor for all women to be healthy in every area of their lives. She shares her journey from Lake Drive to Board Certified Surgeon and Medical Director assisting in the healing process for women eve...

Episode 16 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features Project Compassion’s Rachel Jackson-Poole. Rachel shares the birth of Project Compassion and the wonderful journey that has led to countless lives being touched and changed by her amazing organization.  Please join us on YouTube and everywhere podcasts are heard for this inspiring episode!  Please don’t forget to like, love, share and SUBSCRIBE!...

#MIDNIGHT Episode 15 of Pearls & Politics Podcast features many servants of the community!!! The 3 month launch 🚀 anniversary of the Podcast brought with it the 1st Annual Voter Registration Drive & End of Summer Community Festival! On this day of community and service, we interviewed event co-host Joslyn Sandifer & Maurche Belk, Sgt. James Hendricks, event partners Bishop Henry and P...

#SEASON2PREMIERE #ICONLIVING - SEASON 2 of Pearls & Politics Podcast premiers with #THEGOAT E. St. Louis Flyers Football Coach Darren Sunkett!!! Coach Sunkett takes us on his lifelong journey of football from college player to State Champion Coach of the nationally renowned E. Side Flyers! Coach Sunkett gives us a behind the scenes glimpse of his program, his philosophy and how he and his team...

#SEASONFINALE - Episode 13 Pearls & Politics Podcast brings it all full circle and features our very first guest from Episode 1, Illinois State Representative Latoya Greenwood. On the heels of her Primary Election win, Leader Greenwood discusses victory, what’s she’s been up to and moving forward to the General Election on November 8th. We also discuss the inaugural Season of Pearls & Poli...