The Be Well Beautiful People Podcast

Brooke Mackie is one of the nation's leading female Event Curators and Brand Influencer for Courvoisier’s Chicago market. Over the past decade, Brooke has delivered brand strategy, marketing campaigns, online/ offline partnerships, large scale events, and influencer strategy content for brands including Fox, Netflix, Pink Luster, The Black Women’s Expo, Mielle Organics, BET, Nike, RocNation, Oxyge...

Cortney Hicks knew early on in life that her love of Radio and TV would lead to a career in media and it was nothing short of focused determination that helped push her dreams into reality. She went from being “Lansing’s Home Girl” at Michigan State University, to becoming the first female jock in Chicago radio history to headline a morning show. Cortney has made appearances in the off Broadway pr...

Taking chances and getting uncomfortable is how Alexandra Holien became the VP of Revenue & Strategy and Deputy Director of Ada Developers Academy. Ada is on a mission to change the face of tech. The non-profit is an entirely cost-free coding school for underrepresented communities. Alex works closely with the CEO and the Ada team to develop growth and impact strategies that improve the tech indus...

Musical, lyrical, theatrical alchemist, sprinkling magic, and hot sauce on every microphone she touches, Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D  is a supernatural wellspring of entertainment. As a poet and singer she's had the honor of her poem You So Black going viral from her appearance on the 2019 Trumpet Awards on Bounce TV, as well as being cast in Season 3 of Verses and Flow on TV One. She's also recen...

Tiffany Nicole is a multidisciplinary artist who has used her creative outlets as self-therapy and now offers her gifts and talents to the world. She’s a writer and author of Lavender, an abstract painter, jewelry designer and candle maker. Tiffany also uses her personal journey through mental struggles as a means to help other women overcome creative blockages in their own lives. In our conversat...

Lisa A. Smith is a serial entrepreneur, health and wellness subject matter expert, and nutritionist. She is certified in plant based nutrition, the author of The Plant Based Foodie and creator of the signature plant-based coaching programs P.H.A.R.M. TO TABLE and The Other 23. Lisa is a highly sought after speaker and presenter that epitomizes what it means to be a passionate community leader. In...

Saisha Baskerville is a NYC yoga teacher known for her playful and accessible teaching style and her immense passion for body confident yoga. Saisha fell in love with yoga after over time, practicing made her feel transformation on a mind, body, spirit level. As she deepened her practice, she recognized the lack of examples of yogis that looked like her resulting in her becoming a yoga teacher and...

After leaving a career in engineering, Yolanda Owens founded iwi Fresh Farm-to-Skin Spa in Atlanta Georgia where she pioneers a movement that inspires and educates people to care for the body’s largest organ – the skin. Her products are truly natural and contain only raw fruits, vegetables and herbs. Inspired by her grandmother’s home remedies, her raw skincare products pamper and relieve the skin...

Dr. Erica Matluck’s eclectic experience as a naturopathic doctor, family nurse practitioner, Reiki Master and multidisciplinary yoga instructor has helped her birth a truly holistic lens to wellbeing, addressing the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of health. As a result, her work has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, Mindbodygreen, Well and Good, Vogue, and Women’s Health. In our...

Azalia Lawrence was born in Baltimore, Maryland but raised amid the diversity and versatility of New York City. Her decision to build a foundation and raise awareness in the health and wellness industry came from a personal journey of struggling with onset psoriasis, fatigue, and body ache. This journey resulted in her founding Black + Well which is a digital platform, publication, and podcast whi...

Toni Jones is a masterful, soulful mantra and affirmations recording artist who recently released I See Me Mantras which is her second mantra album and pure fire which will have women feeling more feminine, powerful, joyful, and like you can face whatever you need to heal and rise. On this special extended episode we explore her beautiful journey, the pain and joy of healing, and how she maintains...

Marissa Harrington, real estate agent, mom extraordinaire, artist, and community leader found peace as a result of tapping into the divine feminine with wellness practices that fully honor her. Tune in for this episode to discover why practicing wellness is a lifelong process to facilitate peace and joy in our lives, intersectional healing, and what you can expect at Marissa's Divine Feminine Busi...

Jess Grippo is a dancer, writer, author of DANCE WITH THIS BOOK, and coach for multi-passionate creatives and entrepreneurs who want to bring their ideas to life without abandoning their body and authenticity. Plus she's on the line-up for the FREE Divine Feminine Business Summit April 26-30, 2021. On this episode we discuss how dance can heal you, spur creative energy, and make you your most sens...

Tonya Gonzales, author, healer, and teacher who was named top 3 psychic in the world exudes pure light. Plus she's on the line up for the FREE Divine Feminine Business Summit happening April 26-30, 2021. In this episode we talk about Tonya's humble beginnings, how she used unwavering lunafesting (think manifesting) to turn her world around, and the immense power of sisterhood. This extended episod...

In this episode, Dr. Annice Fischer, an American University professor, conscious leadership coach, and trainer who understands that power is the key to building a life on our own terms. No matter where you came from, the identities you hold, or what the world has deemed your pathway, power is the only thing you need to change our life. For when we feel powerful we are able to craft a vision for ou...

Elyse Preston is a human design guide and abundance coach based in Baltimore. In this episode, we talk about the power of human design to help you understand how you naturally flow, ways to bring in more through abundance practices, how to embrace your wholeness, and so much more.

Raeshawn Bumphers, owner of the Pink Poodle Dress Lounge, spent 20 years in the bridal and hospitality industry prior to starting this beautifully branded business. On this podcast episode we discuss how being truly transparent about her joys and triumphs have been the key to her thriving business, and so much more.

Cherie Mays is a serial entrepreneur who knew at a young age she was born to be an illustrator. She uses graphic design and illustration to create dynamic imagery for children's books, custom travel bags, and digital content. On this episode we talk about the mastering your mindset, the power of pivoting, outsourcing so you can be in your flow, and so much more.

Ingrid Sibley, designer of the beautiful Fortune journal - which helps inspire folks from the African diaspora get divinely in touch with their roots - sheds light on how journaling gets us more deeply connected with ourselves, release what's not serving us, and birth what we desire. If you're interested in exploring the Fortune journal please click here.

Kayla Morgan, founder of Resilient Roots is blazing a trail to help individuals from all walks of life become more resilient. A product of the foster care system, turned stark advocate to transform that system, Kayla has been on a self healing journey which shows up in everything she does as an entrepreneur and activist. You'll be inspired during this episode to use your pain to transform the worl...

Dr. Erica Matluck, co-founder of Experience Seven Senses has spent her life's work searching for the most optimal way to heal her patients and clients. As a naturopathic doctor and Reiki master she uses a variety healing modalities to support the wellbeing of those she's called to serve. In this episode we explore her integrate journey and what you can expect from her workshop, "A Holistic Journey...

In this interview with Lourdes Pimentel-Soto, social and emotional researcher, we explore the relationship between self love and healthy relationships, the top social emotional skills we need to be successful in life, and Pleasure Days. You won't want to miss this episode and Lourdes' session "Self Love Is the Pathway to Building Relationships" during the Love & Forgiveness Summit on 1/25-29. Free...

With over a decade of experience helping others find their happiness in homes all over the world, Christian Ross, Managing Broker for Engel & Völkers and creator of the Curate Your Happy Challenge, knows firsthand what it takes to live your best life even during high stress times. On this episode we discussed how to access boundless joy, yes girl, yes, even during stressful times. We also touched...

Joy Webb is founding partner of The Dropouts, a branding agency blending of her creative education and her corporate experience allows Joy to establish synergy by connecting the common dots. Joy is also the founder of the Circle of Joy (COJ) Giving Circle. As a group, members of the Circle pool their time, talent, and treasure to strategically invest in improving the quality of life for the youth...

We talk it up with Michelle Mitchell of Mitchell Consulting Group about why she's passionate about women being financially independent, her top strategies for minding her money, and free resources that can help you if you're a shoestring budget.