Portia: Gun Violence Pt. 2
In part two of this special edition of "Portia," we address the solutions of how to stop the rampant gun violence in our communities. The conversation continues with a licensed professional counselor addressing the issue from a mental health perspective. Shero, Antoinette Tuff, a woman who saved countless lives when she convinced a heavily-armed school shooter to put down his weapon, shares her story.
In part two of this special edition of "Portia," we address the solutions of how to stop the rampant gun violence in our communities. The conversation continues with a licensed professional counselor addressing the issue from a mental health perspective. Shero, Antoinette Tuff, a woman who saved countless lives when she convinced a heavily-armed school shooter to put down his weapon, shares her story.
Portia: Gun Violence Pt. 1
Gun violence is rising in epic proportions. In part one of this special edition of "Portia," Falinda’s teenage son was fatally shot on Mother’s Day 2021. Her son was on a path to a bright future and looking forward to becoming a father. Tekesia is a mother of four sons and founder of Mothers Against Gang Violence. Her organization provides services and helps educate the community on how to help teens avoid gangs and save the lives of our youth. Law Enforcement expert, K.D. Johnson, shares that parents need to be aware of the signs and offers valuable potentially life-saving advice.
Gun violence is rising in epic proportions. In part one of this special edition of "Portia," Falinda’s teenage son was fatally shot on Mother’s Day 2021. Her son was on a path to a bright future and looking forward to becoming a father. Tekesia is a mother of four sons and founder of Mothers Against Gang Violence. Her organization provides services and helps educate the community on how to help teens avoid gangs and save the lives of our youth. Law Enforcement expert, K.D. Johnson, shares that parents need to be aware of the signs and offers valuable potentially life-saving advice.
Portia: Celebrating Our Mothers
Portia celebrates Mother?s Day with viewers who are honoring their moms!
Portia celebrates Mother?s Day with viewers who are honoring their moms!
Portia: Minding My Mental Health
Author, therapist and executive wellness coach, Dr. Shana D. Lewis, discusses the importance of self-care. She emphasizes that self-care is not just getting your hair and nails done. The therapist says women need to figure out what they need and the value of being able to say "no."
Author, therapist and executive wellness coach, Dr. Shana D. Lewis, discusses the importance of self-care. She emphasizes that self-care is not just getting your hair and nails done. The therapist says women need to figure out what they need and the value of being able to say "no."
Portia: Beating the Odds #3: Chef Jernard Wells
Popular TV chef and author, Jernard Wells, shares how he beat the odds. He shares his journey from cooking in his mama?s kitchen in small-town Mississippi to traveling the world to experience other cuisines. His stories of turning a "no" into a successful "yes" are uplifting and inspiring.
Popular TV chef and author, Jernard Wells, shares how he beat the odds. He shares his journey from cooking in his mama?s kitchen in small-town Mississippi to traveling the world to experience other cuisines. His stories of turning a "no" into a successful "yes" are uplifting and inspiring.
Portia: Spring Home Décor
Luxury interior designer, Regina Murray, says you can spruce up your home with a more luxurious look. She shows viewers some decorating tips that won’t blow their budget.
Luxury interior designer, Regina Murray, says you can spruce up your home with a more luxurious look. She shows viewers some decorating tips that won’t blow their budget.
Portia: The Career Woman's Guide to Love
Popular dating coach, "Coach Cass," says the man of your future is waiting for you as soon as you let go of the past. She?s doling out valuable lessons in finding and maintaining good love. Two Portia viewers get great advice from the dating coach!
Popular dating coach, "Coach Cass," says the man of your future is waiting for you as soon as you let go of the past. She?s doling out valuable lessons in finding and maintaining good love. Two Portia viewers get great advice from the dating coach!
Portia: Daughters of the Movement
Cheryl Lowery, daughter of Joseph Lowery and President/CEO Joseph & Cheryl Lowery Institute, and Elizabeth Omilami, daughter of Hosea Williams and CEO of Hosea Helps, continue to carry on their fathers' legacy. As children, they were challenged. They talk about the pressures their parents endured while working with the movement and how they handled it growing up.
Cheryl Lowery, daughter of Joseph Lowery and President/CEO Joseph & Cheryl Lowery Institute, and Elizabeth Omilami, daughter of Hosea Williams and CEO of Hosea Helps, continue to carry on their fathers' legacy. As children, they were challenged. They talk about the pressures their parents endured while working with the movement and how they handled it growing up.
Portia: Black Love #4 - The Lobdells
Our Black Love series continues with a couple sharing their incredible love story. Married for 21 years and owners of The Loft Gym, Halani & Jason Lobdell share their love journey having known each other since middle school and the obstacles along the way. Portia joins the social media fitness stars known as @mrs2weeksout and @mr2weeksout for a workout that viewers can do at home!
Our Black Love series continues with a couple sharing their incredible love story. Married for 21 years and owners of The Loft Gym, Halani & Jason Lobdell share their love journey having known each other since middle school and the obstacles along the way. Portia joins the social media fitness stars known as @mrs2weeksout and @mr2weeksout for a workout that viewers can do at home!
Portia: Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition that causes the skin to lose its color. It can take a toll psychologically and physically because those with the condition are often embarrassed or humiliated. Alisha Archibald has been living with vitiligo for 9 years. She realized she could hide it with makeup or embrace it. So, she decided to embrace it. Dermatologist, Dr. Alia Brown sheds light on the disorder and how it affects every age group or ethnicity. Options for treatment are discussed.
Vitiligo is a condition that causes the skin to lose its color. It can take a toll psychologically and physically because those with the condition are often embarrassed or humiliated. Alisha Archibald has been living with vitiligo for 9 years. She realized she could hide it with makeup or embrace it. So, she decided to embrace it. Dermatologist, Dr. Alia Brown sheds light on the disorder and how it affects every age group or ethnicity. Options for treatment are discussed.
Portia: The Look for Less
Fhonia Ellis, designer and tailor to the stars, says women can bring out personality through their wardrobe. She says you can add flare to your wardrobe without spending a whole lot of money! The designer gives advice on how to achieve your wardrobe goals and shows how crafting can keep you moving fashion forward on a budget.
Fhonia Ellis, designer and tailor to the stars, says women can bring out personality through their wardrobe. She says you can add flare to your wardrobe without spending a whole lot of money! The designer gives advice on how to achieve your wardrobe goals and shows how crafting can keep you moving fashion forward on a budget.
Portia: Unconventional Fitness
Portia hits the streets to find out some unconventional fitness trends to stay fit and healthy! Going off the normal fitness track, Portia found women and men of all ages and backgrounds moving and groovin'! Portia conquers the Double Dutch ropes, tosses the football and knocks over pins in Fowling, and hangs out with moms and their cute babies getting their workouts in with Stroller-cize!
Portia hits the streets to find out some unconventional fitness trends to stay fit and healthy! Going off the normal fitness track, Portia found women and men of all ages and backgrounds moving and groovin'! Portia conquers the Double Dutch ropes, tosses the football and knocks over pins in Fowling, and hangs out with moms and their cute babies getting their workouts in with Stroller-cize!
Portia: A Conversation with Dr. Bernice King
The Rev. Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of The King Center, talks with Portia about the legacy of Coretta Scott King on what would have been her 96th birthday. She has a candid conversation about her late mother’s her early days to bring justice and equality to the nation even before meeting Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The proud daughter talks about how her parents met in Boston, and how their visions mirrored each other regarding the treatment of Blacks in the South. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss!
The Rev. Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of The King Center, talks with Portia about the legacy of Coretta Scott King on what would have been her 96th birthday. She has a candid conversation about her late mother’s her early days to bring justice and equality to the nation even before meeting Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The proud daughter talks about how her parents met in Boston, and how their visions mirrored each other regarding the treatment of Blacks in the South. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss!
Portia: Handle Your Business #7
In this edition of the "Handle Your Business" series, CEO Bella Rose wanted to become an entrepreneur. Although she went through some hard times, with no business experience, she learned how to sell herself and now has a line of products sold in stores across the country. Sisters Ericka and Samantha wanted to develop a product with no toxic chemicals so they used their savings to get started. The sisters are on their way to a very profitable business. Bella gives great business advice, including marketing your brand and how to enlist supporters.
In this edition of the "Handle Your Business" series, CEO Bella Rose wanted to become an entrepreneur. Although she went through some hard times, with no business experience, she learned how to sell herself and now has a line of products sold in stores across the country. Sisters Ericka and Samantha wanted to develop a product with no toxic chemicals so they used their savings to get started. The sisters are on their way to a very profitable business. Bella gives great business advice, including marketing your brand and how to enlist supporters.
Portia: All About Men with Stephan Speaks #2
Relationship coach and author Stephan Labossiere talks about love after heartache. He discusses how we can heal heartache and that we must learn not to dwell in it. Stephan helps a Portia viewer, who was married for 27 years, learn how to recognize love as she's ready to bounce back after heartache! He also answers questions from other Portia viewers who have relationship goals.
Relationship coach and author Stephan Labossiere talks about love after heartache. He discusses how we can heal heartache and that we must learn not to dwell in it. Stephan helps a Portia viewer, who was married for 27 years, learn how to recognize love as she's ready to bounce back after heartache! He also answers questions from other Portia viewers who have relationship goals.
Portia: Beating the Odds #2
In this second edition of the "Beating The Odds" series, tax professional Phyllis Hindsman lost part of her arm from an accident when she was 13-years-old. She didn’t let it stop her from living her best life. Phyllis says if she wants to do something, she will find a way to work things out! Former college football player Devon Gales took a hit on the field which changed his life. He was a healthy athlete who is now paralyzed from the chest down. Devon knew his injury was going to be a process, but he has bigger goals and that is to walk. He's a physical education teacher and he encourages his students to stay physically active and to not give up on their dreams!
In this second edition of the "Beating The Odds" series, tax professional Phyllis Hindsman lost part of her arm from an accident when she was 13-years-old. She didn’t let it stop her from living her best life. Phyllis says if she wants to do something, she will find a way to work things out! Former college football player Devon Gales took a hit on the field which changed his life. He was a healthy athlete who is now paralyzed from the chest down. Devon knew his injury was going to be a process, but he has bigger goals and that is to walk. He's a physical education teacher and he encourages his students to stay physically active and to not give up on their dreams!
Portia: Estate Planning
Wills, life insurance, final arrangements need to be discussed. Rebecca Davis, insurance & financial insurance agent, talks about estate planning because everyone has something to leave, and assets need to be accounted for. Geraldine Dodson, advanced planning specialist, says we can't rely on setting up Go Fund Me accounts when loved ones pass away. Learn everything you need to know about wills, life insurance and final arrangements.
Wills, life insurance, final arrangements need to be discussed. Rebecca Davis, insurance & financial insurance agent, talks about estate planning because everyone has something to leave, and assets need to be accounted for. Geraldine Dodson, advanced planning specialist, says we can't rely on setting up Go Fund Me accounts when loved ones pass away. Learn everything you need to know about wills, life insurance and final arrangements.
'Handle Your Buisness #6" 04-20-2023
Good ideas can be profitable if you know which way to go. turning big ideas to great business. Daarina Farooq-Jannah, Atlanta-based floral designer, shares how she walked away from corporate America and turned her big idea into a successful business. She says it didn't happen overnight and if you want to continue to grow, you have to invest in yourself! Daarina helps viewer Alesha Drayton with making a day-to-day arrangement for her table for the spring!
Good ideas can be profitable if you know which way to go. turning big ideas to great business. Daarina Farooq-Jannah, Atlanta-based floral designer, shares how she walked away from corporate America and turned her big idea into a successful business. She says it didn't happen overnight and if you want to continue to grow, you have to invest in yourself! Daarina helps viewer Alesha Drayton with making a day-to-day arrangement for her table for the spring!
"Let?s Reset" 04-19-2023
Dr. Barbara Lash, talks about recognizing her time for a change and how transferring skills is very important. A reset could be a total overhaul or a retooling of current skills. You have to let it go in order to start a hard reset! Tahira Bell is an educator and public speaker who wanted to do more than teaching. She shares how she was able to reset!
Dr. Barbara Lash, talks about recognizing her time for a change and how transferring skills is very important. A reset could be a total overhaul or a retooling of current skills. You have to let it go in order to start a hard reset! Tahira Bell is an educator and public speaker who wanted to do more than teaching. She shares how she was able to reset!
"A Conversation with Malcolm-Jamal Warner" 04-18-2023
Portia has an intimate conversation with actor, director, musician & poet Malcolm-Jamal Warner. He talks about how his career has flourished over the years and what he's doing now, including directing. He talks about shutting down and doing poetry during Covid. Notable activist and poet, Dr. Daniel Black, talks about his collaboration with Warner on the Grammy nominated spoken word poetry album, "Hiding in Plain View."
Portia has an intimate conversation with actor, director, musician & poet Malcolm-Jamal Warner. He talks about how his career has flourished over the years and what he's doing now, including directing. He talks about shutting down and doing poetry during Covid. Notable activist and poet, Dr. Daniel Black, talks about his collaboration with Warner on the Grammy nominated spoken word poetry album, "Hiding in Plain View."