PIVOT with Dr. Malaika

In today’s episode of Pivot with Dr. Malaika, Dr. T dives into one of the biggest conversations happening right now: artificial intelligence and the future of work — and why women over 50 may actually be uniquely positioned to thrive in this new era. While the world focuses on fear, disruption, and job loss, this episode explores the hidden opportunity emerging for women with wisdom, leadership ex...

In this episode, I sit down with  Dannie S. , the passionate and compassionate host of  Raw Recovery – The Community , to dive deep into what “raw recovery” really means. We explore how honesty, vulnerability, and community shape the healing process — beyond labels, beyond judgment, and beyond the traditional narratives many people feel trapped in. Dannie opens up about her personal journey, the m...

In this episode of PIVOT with Dr. Malaika, we’re diving into what I call The 3 Ps of Pivoting — your personal roadmap to navigating change with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re shifting careers, stepping into new leadership, or simply learning to trust your next chapter, this message will meet you right where you are. - PIVOT with Intention – because every move should align with purpose, not...

Ever wondered what it takes to breathe life—literally—into your purpose? 💨 Meet  Jasmine Pinder , a Registered Respiratory Therapist who’s turning compassion into action every single day. In this heartfelt episode, Jasmine shares how she found her calling in respiratory therapy, what a typical day in the life looks like, and the lessons that keep her grounded. Her advice to anyone in the field (o...

In this episode of Pivot with Dr. Malaika, we sit down with Ny’Quez Madison, a national champion track and field athlete from Onondaga Community College in Syracuse, New York — and a proud Go Be Great and Be Nothing Less™ Brand Ambassador. Ny’Quez reminds us what it means to show up as your best self — not just on the track, but in life. With his cool demeanor, quiet confidence, and unwavering con...

Meet Grace Kindel — Go Be Great and Be Nothing Less Brand Ambassador Grace Kindel hails from Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and is a standout second-year softball player at  Kutztown University . On and off the field, Grace embodies what it means to  Go Be Great and Be Nothing Less™. During her  PIVOT with Dr. Malaika  conversation, Grace shared her powerful perspective that  softball is a game of fail...

In this episode, Dr. Malaika sits down with Lundyn McCutchen, a powerhouse member of the Onondaga Community College Women’s Basketball Team and proud Brand Ambassador for Go Be Great And Be Nothing Less™.Lundyn brings energy, passion, and authenticity as she shares what it means to not just wear the brand—but live it out loud every single day. From balancing college athletics to representing a mov...

Maurice Jackson, an exceptional artist, and Rocki Jackson, a trailblazing fashion designer, are not only making an impact individually but are also a dynamic creative duo. Based in Philadelphia, they are building a legacy while raising three beautiful children and shaping the creative landscape around them. In this episode, the Jacksons dive into their PIVOT journey and reveal the power of consist...

In this episode of Pivot with Dr. Malaika, we’re joined by the multifaceted Maurice Daniels—a powerhouse producer, photographer, and videographer whose work spans major brands like Apple and A&E. Maurice opens up about his journey through creative industries, the lessons he’s learned about alignment over opportunity, and why knowing yourself is the key to showing up authentically. Whether you’...

Get ready for a powerful conversation with fashion-forward content creator Aniyah Pinkney! ✨In this episode of PIVOT with Dr. Malaika, Aniyah shares how she turned her eye for style into a thriving digital brand. We dive into:✔️ How she pivoted into content creation✔️ Her favorite tips for landing brand deals✔️ The secrets behind consistently showing up and standing out onlineWhether you're j...

On this episode of PIVOT with Dr. Malaika, we’re planting seeds of purpose with Agriculture Expert and Howard University alumna KIANNA Wilson. Kianna breaks down the 3 F’s of Agriculture—Food, Fuel, and Fiber—and shares her personal pivot into the industry, even when she didn’t understand her path. Through her inspiring story, she offers real strategies we can all use to support agriculture right...

In this powerful episode of PIVOT with Dr. Malaika, I’m joined by Wealth Expert Wadeea Walton! Wadeea shares her inspiring personal pivots—the defining moments that shaped her path—and offers incredible insight on building wealth, navigating student loans under the new administration, and understanding the impact of student loans on mental health. One of the biggest takeaways? Wadeea encourages yo...

In this powerful episode of PIVOT with Dr. Malaika, we’re joined by Shawnika Hunt, CEO of It’s Dope To Serve, LLC and a fierce breast cancer advocate. Shawnika opens up about her courageous pivot from survivor to purpose-driven leader, walking us through her personal journey with breast cancer and how she now helps others navigate their own. With grace and grit, she reminds us that pain can be par...

Dr. Malaika sat down with Justin Rowland, the creative force behind ⁨@GrubWithJus⁩, about his bold pivot into the world of cooking, grilling, and crafting dishes that have captured viral attention. From being featured on The Drew Barrymore Show to earning the title of Allrecipes Allstar, Justin is proof that when passion meets purpose, greatness follows. In this inspiring sit-down, Justin opens up...

Dr. Malaika kicks off Season 6 with an interview with Tyree Turner, member of the John Carroll Men's Basketball team.  Tyree shares the PIVOT experiences, that significantly impacted his life physically and spiritually.  He provides the audience with what he learned in the process of his setback and shares how to PIVOT with God in your life.   Some noteworthy quotes from Tyree include: "Trust in G...

Ashley Mingo is a costume designer who is making her mark on the film industry.  She has worked with several films, but the latest are We Were Meant To (2023), African Giants (2024) and Bitterleaf (2024).  Ashley shares her PIVOT experience and how she pushed through tough times, which led to her newest opportunity.

Myles Smith is the Cincinnati Reds 2024 7th Round Draft Pick. He attended college at University of California Irvine, where he played for three years. Myles started playing baseball at a young age, and shares the PIVOT experience that has contributed to his success!

In this episode, we take a closer look at Season 5 and update you on some of our guests, while providing a motivational gem on the topic of having a vision. Dr. Malaika will breakdown Ep. 76, to Ep. 79.

Terrance Dre is the author of Pivoting 4 Greatness, Vol 1. He shares his pivot story and the back story behind the birth of his book. This book is rich with nuggets of information for every industry, and this is just the beginning. Volume 2 is on the way. Terrance drops insight into how to navigate life's pivots, the challenges we face , and how to overcome those challenges. As he references C...

Dr. Zanthia Reddish - aka - The Ball Mom Doc joins Ep. 78 of PIVOT with Dr. Malaika to talk bout the 2nd Edition of Alley Oop, the pivot experience that changed things in her life, and her hot-off-the-press projects, heard first on PIVOT!

Alisa Reyes is known for her role on All That and is the voice of La Cienega on the Emmy and NAACP award winning Disney Plus cartoon The Proud Family:  Louder and Prouder.  Alisa takes some time to talk about her most impactful PIVOT (to date), how her diversity impacted her career and person tidbits that we can all use to improve our lives!  You can catch Alisa on most social media platforms. Ali...

Dr. Malaika sat down with Zech McPhearson, cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, to discuss navigating through unexpected changes that impacted his football season. Tune in as he drops gems for anyone who is or has experienced adversity. He talks, in depth, on how he views situations as neutral, and why mindset is important. We applaud Zech as he is making a difference in the community with his...

Aniyah Pinkey is  Senior Specialist in Employee Communications at Comcast.  She is a Philadelphia native and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a degree in Journalism/Public Relations.  Aniyah shares her pivot from graduation to the dream job, which was not always an easy journey.  In this episode, Aniyah shares her experience with rejection, remaining motivated througho...

Rachel Pettiford is a program coordinator at Big Brothers, Big Sisters.  She  is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a Masters Degree in Student Affairs and Higher Education.  Rachel shares her pivot from post graduation to employment.  Rachel provides a glimpse into the reality of post graduate depression and how her mother helped to pull her aback to reality that o...

In this 2-part episode with Dr. Jasmine L. Jenkins, we have a very candid conversation about achieving goals through risk-taking, practicing consistency and self-awareness.  Dr. Jas examines risk-taking and how it played out, in some aspects, of her life.  She provides three key points about risk-taking that are game-changers.  While Dr. Jas dropped many gems in our conversation, the one eye-openi...