Things My Mother Never Told Me

We're back from season break, and joined by a very special guest. Episode 1 features Prince Mayes-Sullivan, Writer, Producer, and Actor.  Maye-Sullivan currently resides in Atl, GA where he's working on some big upcoming projects. He shares with us how he started in theater and what pushed him to jump behind the scenes. He's no stranger to adversity and overcoming life's challe...

Welcome back! This week's episode features the  Nancy Malone of Hands of Light in Action. Nancy shares her journey and work in this world. Please take a listen and be inspired by the stories she discusses. 

Welcome to Another Episode! This week the conversation features the Dr. Todd V. Ester DDS, Assistant Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Uof M School of Dentistry. Dr. Ester, shares his journey and experience in Dentistry as a minority. He provides insight into how he navigates the spaces he occupies and his goal to present and expose more individuals and young people of color to the field. T...

After being off a couple weeks, your hosts are back! Please enjoy this interview with Yvonne D. McClendon, a wedding industry expert. She shares her journey with Damon and Tynia, and even gives insight for those who have plans to walk down that isle in the future. 

Time for another episode of Things My Mother Never Told Me . Tonight we're chatting with Regina DuBose: Author & CEO of the Alexis Company as she celebrates 35 years in the novelty business. Please share the live and join in the great dialogue.

 Join your hosts as they discuss the legacy of General Baker, labor rights activist, of Detroit and the Institute dedicated to furthering that mission, and honoring his memory. The guest, Carolyn Baker, daughter of Mr. Baker, is the Coordinator of the Institute and shares its rich history and very bright and promising future. 

For this episode of Things My Mother Never Told Me, hosts Damon & Tynia chat with Matthew Warren, Assistant Director of Employer Relations in the Career Development Center (Central Michigan University). Matthew shares his journey through his college career and how he entered his current field. He shares his personal goals in higher education and how important having representation on college c...

This special edition episode includes a variety of current events and topics discussed by your hosts. The featured guest is show producer and Co-Host of HER.Story101 Podcast, Brandise.  They discuss unemployment rates, covid impacts on businesses, the Met Gala 21, and even golf! Take a listen and enjoy. 

Good evening, and Welcome to another episode of Things My Mother Never Told Me. Tonight's featured guest is Joyce LaVerne of OWL Xpress IT, LLC. Joyce shares the creative story behind her brand, her discovery of her for writing, and what's coming next. Tune in and share in her journey. 

After a 3 week break, your hosts are back to it!  We hope you all have been well, and we thank you for tuning in with us tonight. This episode features Dr. Wanda Whitten-Shurney , CEO of the Sickle Cell Disease Assoc. of America - Michigan Chapter.  (Can be found on FB @ Sickle Cell Disease Association of America-MI Chapter ) Dr. Shurney shares her wealth of knowledge about the disease and what Si...

Time for another episode of Things My Mother Never Told Me This week's episode we're featuring Ramona Pearson, Founder of Healthy, Wealthy, Wise LLC. Tonight she's sharing her journey and the knowledge she's gained along the way.  "Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Advisory Alpha, LLC, a SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, Consul...

Another great episode. This week's show features Author (Portrait of a Troubled Child) and Motivational speaker, Mr. Curtis Michael Girty. He has a powerful story of overcoming addiction. Join us in this journey as Curtis shares his testimony and encourages our listeners. He also shares his plans for the future and how he plans to continue to make an impact. To get a copy of Curtis's boo...

After a two week break. Your hosts are back with another great interview. This week Damon and Tynia chat with Shelby Wilder, HR Professional and Fashionista. Shelby shares her journey and how she was able to turn her passion into a business. She also discusses her plans to impact the the corporate world in her dream role that she was able to manifest through faith and hard work. 

We're back with part two, of our conversation with the E.Vice President of the Detroit Federation of Teachers, Mrs. Lakia Wilson-Lumpkins. She shares the success of the past school year, and gives some insight on the plans ahead for DPSCD. Lakia also shares information about how to apply for substitute teaching within the district. Another very informative conversation, join us.

For Episode 7, Your hosts chat with Dianne Martin, a school psychologist from Episode 5 of the Wishing Well. She shares some great information about the work being done with youth. Mrs. Martin's passion has thrust her into this work whole-hearted. Come and take a listen.

Welcome back! This cast edition episode is a candid conversation about Juneteenth. We share some history and hopes for the future.  Come and take a listen to your Hosts and Producer as we chat about all things surrounding the acknowledgement of this holiday.

Welcome back to another episode! This week's featured guests are: Dianne Martin, President of the Wishing Well Development company, and Dr. Robert Bryant Sr. Co-Founder. Take a listen as they share their journey to creating this company and lives they have been able to impact doing so. Additionally, they discuss the upcoming Annual Golf Outing, July 10th in Pontiac, Mi. (Details shared during...

Welcome Back! This week's episode of Things My Mother Never Told Me with your hosts Damon & Tynia Dixon features another dynamic duo in the world of cars! William Bracey Jr. Maria Bracey New intro music featuring Hassan Watkins (be sure to purchase from your streaming platforms)

This week's episode features an interview with Mr. James C. Turner. He's a Detroit area Writer, Producer & Director. He's done several films already, and not slowing down anytime soon. He shares with Damon and Tynia the moment that caused him to pursue his dream and the rest has been history! Come and check out another amazing journey.

Welcome Back. This week's episode with your hosts, Damon and Tynia, feature Mr. Lawrence F. Jackson. He's the CEO OF Emerging Enterprise Group, and he shares some very valuable information about business start ups. He delves into the services offered at TechTown Detroit, and talks about the work he does there. You don't want to miss the information shared in this episode. 

Season 3 is here! And we kicked it off, exploring the history of Shoe Shining in Detroit. Damon and Tynia chat with Owner of Reflections Shoe Shine and Red's Jazz Shoe Shine, Mr. David Boggon. David discuss how he learned to shine shoes and later perfected the art. He shop is the only Shoe Shine parlor in Detroit. Check him out, and listen to his journey.

Our episode features Instructor Khoury Johnson, CEO of Camouflage Security & Investigations.  He joins your hosts Damon & Tynia to discuss his business and the services he provides.  Instructor Khoury shares his unique story of getting into security, and where his journey has taken him. 

This week's episode features a Detroit Legend, vocalist: Millie Scott. She shares with our listeners her journey from the Apollo Theater, to singing all over the world as a solo act and in a group (Cut Glass alongside Ms. Ortheia Barnes). Ms. Scott also shares her experience singing with the Queen herself,  Ms. Aretha Franklin. And if you listen until the end, there may even be a treat for yo...

Join Us for this week's episode of  Things My Mother Never Told Me  Damon and Tynia chat with Keiona Turner, Founder of Grown. Grown Clothing Brand. She shares her passion for the community and projects she has to bring resources to the people. Come and check out her story and her website: grown2.com !

Damon and Tynia chat this week with Co-Owner and Executive Chef of Detroit Vegan Soul Restaurant, Erika Boyd.  Ms. Boyd shares her journey, which includes what made her adopt a vegan diet and why she thought it was important to introduce that to her community. As she describes some of her favorite vegan dishes from the menu, try not to get too hungry. Be sure to Check out the restaurant and if you...