The shades of pride with Vic & Rena

Join us for a special birthday weekend episode of The Shades of Pride with Vic and Rena as we shine the spotlight on our queen, Rena. She opens up about her incredible career journey—sharing the obstacles she’s faced and the victories she’s claimed as a blind woman determined to thrive. This laid-back, music-filled conversation is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and real talk about overco...

In this final August installment of Shades of Pride with Vic and Rena , we are joined by the wonderful and amazing Laurel Wheeler , founder of the Laurel Wheeler Foundation . Laurel shares her journey from her love of football and traveling the world, to her deep passion for giving back to the blind and visually impaired community. The Laurel Wheeler Foundation , founded in 2017 , exists to provid...

Welcome to August! In this powerful and enlightening episode, Vic and Rena sit down with Victoria Hillard , the Executive Director of Blind Professional Network (BPN) , as part of our August spotlight on nonprofit organizations making a difference in our communities. Since its founding in 2019, Blind Professional Network has grown from a small support group of 40 to a thriving network serving over...

🎙 Blaque Diamond – A True Visionary We’re closing out the month of July with an unforgettable episode featuring the unstoppable Blaque Diamond ! You do not want to miss this powerful conversation filled with empowerment , encouragement , and the inspiring journey of a woman who has broken barriers and overcome the odds. Blaque Diamond is: – An author – A songwriter – A motivational speaker – A pod...

In this inspiring and informative episode, we sit down with the incredible Melvin Reynolds , a blind travel agent who turned his story of vision loss into a powerful testimony of resilience and purpose. Melvin opens up about how he lost his vision, how he and his husband travel the world together, and how he’s been on over 32 cruises and counting. Melvin shares how he helps others book unforgettab...

Welcome back to The Shades of Pride with Vic and Rena ! July is here, and we’re starting the month with power, pride, and purpose. Happy Disability Pride Month to all our listeners! In this episode, we celebrate the strength and beauty of living a limitless life, regardless of disability. We dive into our week and share some fun Fourth of July traditions, including our annual family casino trip—so...

We’re wrapping up our Pride series and celebrating the end of Pride Month in a powerful way—with none other than the amazing advocate for both the LGBTQ+ and blind communities, Chris Walker . Chris is currently the Vice President of the NFB Winchester Chapter of Virginia and will soon step back into the role of President this coming September. Chris shares his incredible story of resilience, stren...

It wouldn’t be Pride without celebrating our best friends—the ones who hold us down daily, the ones we can count on, and the ones we talk to before the day even begins. In this heartwarming and laughter-filled episode, Vic and Rena sit down with their two best friends, Brandi and Andrea. Though they’ve only known each other for three years, the bond feels like a lifetime. These incredible women op...

In this deeply spiritual and emotionally charged episode of The Shades of Pride with Vic and Rena , your favorite wives return with powerful insight, raw vulnerability, and unwavering love for the community. ✨ Rena opens up about a recent spiritual encounter and how both Vic and Rena are embracing crystals, mantras, and energy work on their healing journey. 💬 They explore the reality of feeling...

Episode Notes Pride Is Our Power: Kicking Off Pride with Jess Welcome to our very first Pride Month episode of Shades of Pride with Vic & Reena ! 🌈 In this special kickoff episode, we’re joined by a dear friend and phenomenal guest, Jess. The three of us sit down to celebrate Pride with open hearts and full spirits. Together, we share what Pride means to each of us—beyond the parades and rain...