Portia: Digital Nomads
Courtney and Justin Orgias are a digital nomad family. The couple and their two young children sold all of their belongings to travel the world. The dynamic duo opens up about their unique lifestyle, the challenges of traveling overseas, and their top travel mistakes.
Courtney and Justin Orgias are a digital nomad family. The couple and their two young children sold all of their belongings to travel the world. The dynamic duo opens up about their unique lifestyle, the challenges of traveling overseas, and their top travel mistakes.
Portia: Teen Givers
Three teen girls sit down with Portia to share how they are making a difference in their communities. The work they do varies from providing those in need with eyeglasses and prom dresses, to creating new social spaces for teens with special needs.
Three teen girls sit down with Portia to share how they are making a difference in their communities. The work they do varies from providing those in need with eyeglasses and prom dresses, to creating new social spaces for teens with special needs.
Portia: Breast Cancer Warriors
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Black women. Portia sits down with three breast cancer warriors to discuss their diagnosis, their journey during the fight, and how they are supporting other women in the breast cancer community.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Black women. Portia sits down with three breast cancer warriors to discuss their diagnosis, their journey during the fight, and how they are supporting other women in the breast cancer community.
Portia: Let's Talk Healing
Studies show your attitude impacts the way you handle tough times. Rebecca Lynn Pope is a master life and love coach. She’s helped thousands of women heal and shift their mindset through the power of forgiveness. Ogechi Irondi is a college student and single mother. The tragic death of her mother and a few toxic relationships put her on a path of wanting to heal from past trauma.
Studies show your attitude impacts the way you handle tough times. Rebecca Lynn Pope is a master life and love coach. She’s helped thousands of women heal and shift their mindset through the power of forgiveness. Ogechi Irondi is a college student and single mother. The tragic death of her mother and a few toxic relationships put her on a path of wanting to heal from past trauma.
Portia: The Art of Forgiveness
Artist Titus Kaphar creates powerful sculptures and paintings. His acclaimed body of work tackles social and political issues, but now he?s creating art on film. He?s the writer and director of the new movie ''Exhibiting Forgiveness.'' Therapist Dr. Cassandra Bolar weighs in on the value of forgiving and forgetting.
Artist Titus Kaphar creates powerful sculptures and paintings. His acclaimed body of work tackles social and political issues, but now he?s creating art on film. He?s the writer and director of the new movie ''Exhibiting Forgiveness.'' Therapist Dr. Cassandra Bolar weighs in on the value of forgiving and forgetting.
Portia: Stretching the Wardrobe
Do you find yourself looking at a closet full of clothes, and still saying ''I have nothing to wear?'' Fashion therapist Neshanta Davis tells Portia fashion math is the key to getting the most out of your closet. She says 11 staple pieces of clothing can make 27 outfits!
Do you find yourself looking at a closet full of clothes, and still saying ''I have nothing to wear?'' Fashion therapist Neshanta Davis tells Portia fashion math is the key to getting the most out of your closet. She says 11 staple pieces of clothing can make 27 outfits!
Portia: Behind the Scenes
The making of film and television goes far beyond a director, actor, and cameraperson. Some of the roles needed on certain sets include an intimacy coordinator, food stylist, and stunt performers. Portia goes behind the scenes with a food stylist who shows her how to do the infamous cheese pull. Later, a stunt actress shows Portia how to throw a punch made for the big screen.
The making of film and television goes far beyond a director, actor, and cameraperson. Some of the roles needed on certain sets include an intimacy coordinator, food stylist, and stunt performers. Portia goes behind the scenes with a food stylist who shows her how to do the infamous cheese pull. Later, a stunt actress shows Portia how to throw a punch made for the big screen.
Portia: Understanding Postpartum Depression
Studies show one in 10 people will struggle with postpartum depression, also known as P-P-D. This study includes both moms and dads. Portia sits down with mental health therapist Chinyere Ezukanma and her husband to discuss how she overcame P-P-D after giving birth to twins and moving to a new country. Later, postpartum advocate Makayla Walker joins the conversation to share her experience with postpartum depression and what she?s doing to help other moms with similar stories.
Studies show one in 10 people will struggle with postpartum depression, also known as P-P-D. This study includes both moms and dads. Portia sits down with mental health therapist Chinyere Ezukanma and her husband to discuss how she overcame P-P-D after giving birth to twins and moving to a new country. Later, postpartum advocate Makayla Walker joins the conversation to share her experience with postpartum depression and what she?s doing to help other moms with similar stories.
Portia: Independent Filmmakers
Legendary actors Tray Chaney and Clifton Powell join Portia at the table to discuss their latest independent film ''Hidden Lies.'' The all-star cast shares how Hollywood has changed since the beginning of their careers. Jordan Marcel serves as the director and mastermind behind the film. He explains how he went from working as a music video director to writing one of the most popular flicks on Tubi.
Legendary actors Tray Chaney and Clifton Powell join Portia at the table to discuss their latest independent film ''Hidden Lies.'' The all-star cast shares how Hollywood has changed since the beginning of their careers. Jordan Marcel serves as the director and mastermind behind the film. He explains how he went from working as a music video director to writing one of the most popular flicks on Tubi.
Portia: Up Close & Personal with Tamela & David Mann
Portia gets up close and personal with legendary gospel singers Tamela Mann and her husband David Mann. The inspirational couple open up about their financial struggles during the early stages of their marriage and share their advice to couples weathering the storm. Tamela also performs her chart-topping single ''Working For Me.''
Portia gets up close and personal with legendary gospel singers Tamela Mann and her husband David Mann. The inspirational couple open up about their financial struggles during the early stages of their marriage and share their advice to couples weathering the storm. Tamela also performs her chart-topping single ''Working For Me.''
Portia: Aneurysm
Brain aneurysms disproportionately affect women, and when they rupture more than half of them are fatal. Portia sits down with two brain aneurysm survivors who say their experience started with a burning sensation in their head. Neurosurgeon Dr. Daniel Barrow also joins the conversation to help us all make sense of what’s happening, why, and what we can do to better.
Brain aneurysms disproportionately affect women, and when they rupture more than half of them are fatal. Portia sits down with two brain aneurysm survivors who say their experience started with a burning sensation in their head. Neurosurgeon Dr. Daniel Barrow also joins the conversation to help us all make sense of what’s happening, why, and what we can do to better.
Portia: Black Love #1: The Johnsons
Today’s episode is all about celebrating Black love. The Johnsons have made it a point to say ''I do'' several times. In fact, they’ve had four wedding ceremonies to commemorate their marriage. Together they have also navigated what it means to successfully blend their families and operate several businesses together.
Today’s episode is all about celebrating Black love. The Johnsons have made it a point to say ''I do'' several times. In fact, they’ve had four wedding ceremonies to commemorate their marriage. Together they have also navigated what it means to successfully blend their families and operate several businesses together.
Portia: Alternative Wellness
Portia sits down with Doc Mel who says she turned to alternative wellness after overcoming her battle with breast cancer. Some of those practices include float therapy and sound bathing. The owner of Floasis also joins the conversation to discuss the benefits of float therapy, and how it changed his life. Later, a sound therapist plays her singing bowls creating an immersive sound bathing experience.
Portia sits down with Doc Mel who says she turned to alternative wellness after overcoming her battle with breast cancer. Some of those practices include float therapy and sound bathing. The owner of Floasis also joins the conversation to discuss the benefits of float therapy, and how it changed his life. Later, a sound therapist plays her singing bowls creating an immersive sound bathing experience.
Portia: Overcoming Addiction
Rap Artist Young Dro, who is best known for his song ''Shoulder Lean,'' shares his struggle with addiction to drugs and alcohol. He tells Portia it started while healing from a gunshot wound at the age of 15. Young Dro also shares how addiction has affected his family, career, and what it took for him to recover. Later, he takes the stage to perform one of his chart-topping hits, and showcases some new music.
Rap Artist Young Dro, who is best known for his song ''Shoulder Lean,'' shares his struggle with addiction to drugs and alcohol. He tells Portia it started while healing from a gunshot wound at the age of 15. Young Dro also shares how addiction has affected his family, career, and what it took for him to recover. Later, he takes the stage to perform one of his chart-topping hits, and showcases some new music.
Portia: Hispanic Heritage Month
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Portia sits down with three Latina women to discuss their unique American experiences. Gulliana shares how she went from practicing law in Peru to starting over with her law education after moving to the United States. Later, the owners of Taqueria El Mariachi whip up enchiladas and birria tacos at the cooktop.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Portia sits down with three Latina women to discuss their unique American experiences. Gulliana shares how she went from practicing law in Peru to starting over with her law education after moving to the United States. Later, the owners of Taqueria El Mariachi whip up enchiladas and birria tacos at the cooktop.
Portia: PCOS Awareness
PCOS Awareness Month is recognized in September, but it?s time we talk about it all year long! PCOS often causes weight gain, excessive hair growth, and miserable menstrual cycles. Portia sits down with three women who all have different approaches to managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and the excessive hair growth that comes along with it.
PCOS Awareness Month is recognized in September, but it?s time we talk about it all year long! PCOS often causes weight gain, excessive hair growth, and miserable menstrual cycles. Portia sits down with three women who all have different approaches to managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and the excessive hair growth that comes along with it.
Portia: Your Vote Matters
Your vote is your voice, so it?s important you use it. Pastor Jamal Bryant leads Project 5-5-5, a voting project aimed at registering formerly incarcerated individuals and young adults, while Dr. Francys Johnson works with the New Georgia Project to educate voters. The two leaders are coming to the table to discuss how we can all make sure our voices are heard every election.
Your vote is your voice, so it?s important you use it. Pastor Jamal Bryant leads Project 5-5-5, a voting project aimed at registering formerly incarcerated individuals and young adults, while Dr. Francys Johnson works with the New Georgia Project to educate voters. The two leaders are coming to the table to discuss how we can all make sure our voices are heard every election.
Portia: Sisters of the Skies
Black women make up less than 1% of pilots in the United States. Three generations of women are on a mission to change the narrative about women who can fly. Captain Theresa Claiborne made history as the first Black female pilot to fly in the United States Air Force. First Officer Stephanie Grant works for a commercial airline, and flight instructor Travasha Runyon recently earned her wings.
Black women make up less than 1% of pilots in the United States. Three generations of women are on a mission to change the narrative about women who can fly. Captain Theresa Claiborne made history as the first Black female pilot to fly in the United States Air Force. First Officer Stephanie Grant works for a commercial airline, and flight instructor Travasha Runyon recently earned her wings.
Portia: A Talk with Towanda Braxton
Singer and reality star Towanda Braxton joins Portia at the table to discuss the new season of ''The Braxtons.'' The songstress opens up about coping with grief following the recent loss of her sister Traci Braxton. The love of her life, Sean Hall, comes to the table to give us the inside scoop on their engagement.
Singer and reality star Towanda Braxton joins Portia at the table to discuss the new season of ''The Braxtons.'' The songstress opens up about coping with grief following the recent loss of her sister Traci Braxton. The love of her life, Sean Hall, comes to the table to give us the inside scoop on their engagement.
Portia: Talk To The Hand
Entertainment comes in many forms, and one of those is the art of puppetry. Willie Brown is a nationally known comedian and ventriloquist, and with the help of his special friends, he ministers to audiences around the country. Meanwhile, 10-year-old Autumn Robinson is interested in the arts and joins Portia at the table to get some advice from Willie.
Entertainment comes in many forms, and one of those is the art of puppetry. Willie Brown is a nationally known comedian and ventriloquist, and with the help of his special friends, he ministers to audiences around the country. Meanwhile, 10-year-old Autumn Robinson is interested in the arts and joins Portia at the table to get some advice from Willie.