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."
"Boss Lady Moves with Pretty Vee" 04-17-2023
She?s funny, she?s smart, she?s talented, has a huge following and making boss lady moves. Portia has a funfilled and candid conversation with social media superstar Pretty Vee. It?s fun times!
She?s funny, she?s smart, she?s talented, has a huge following and making boss lady moves. Portia has a funfilled and candid conversation with social media superstar Pretty Vee. It?s fun times!
'Women in the Pulpit' 04-14-2023
Portia has a candid conversation with women pastors about the role of women in the pulpit. They share their tests and testimonies of being women in the pulpit. One male pastor shares his opinion.
Portia has a candid conversation with women pastors about the role of women in the pulpit. They share their tests and testimonies of being women in the pulpit. One male pastor shares his opinion.
'Black Hollywood #4: Javon Johnson' 04-13-2023
In this fourth episode of the Black Hollywood series, Portia talks with actor Javon Johnson. Known for his role as Richard the butler, on Tyler Perry?s hit show The Oval, the actor shares the lessons he has learned on his path to success.
In this fourth episode of the Black Hollywood series, Portia talks with actor Javon Johnson. Known for his role as Richard the butler, on Tyler Perry?s hit show The Oval, the actor shares the lessons he has learned on his path to success.
'Never Saw it Coming' 04-12-2023
Portia talks with guests who had life changing experiences and came out on top. Multi-platinum song writer, Big Zak, shares how his love for family and good health in his community led to a successful restaurant and food truck business. The Crumps turned a personal health issue into a multi-million-dollar business. They never saw it coming!
Portia talks with guests who had life changing experiences and came out on top. Multi-platinum song writer, Big Zak, shares how his love for family and good health in his community led to a successful restaurant and food truck business. The Crumps turned a personal health issue into a multi-million-dollar business. They never saw it coming!
'Domestic Violence' 04-11-2023
Portia has an important conversation with Christy Simms, a domestic violence survivor. She shares that she never saw any signs that her abuser would attack her with sulfuric acid. She is a survivor with a testimony of overcoming.
Portia has an important conversation with Christy Simms, a domestic violence survivor. She shares that she never saw any signs that her abuser would attack her with sulfuric acid. She is a survivor with a testimony of overcoming.
'The Soul of Country' 04-10-2023
Portia has a conversation with two up and coming country music artists. They talk about their journey to embracing the country genre and their unconventional road to success. Rising star Tony Evans Jr. performs.
Portia has a conversation with two up and coming country music artists. They talk about their journey to embracing the country genre and their unconventional road to success. Rising star Tony Evans Jr. performs.
'Fan Out Friday' 03-31-2023
It?s another edition of Fan Out Friday. Portia shares some of the viewer favorites and announces the latest Portia show ?Be The Reason You Smile? award winner.
It?s another edition of Fan Out Friday. Portia shares some of the viewer favorites and announces the latest Portia show ?Be The Reason You Smile? award winner.
'Your Kidney Health' 03-30-2023
Lisa and Joseph Washington share their story of love and triumph after Joseph donated a kidney to his wife. Emory Nephrologist, Dr. Frita Fisher, shares important information about maintaining good kidney health, dialysis, and healthy diet tips.
Lisa and Joseph Washington share their story of love and triumph after Joseph donated a kidney to his wife. Emory Nephrologist, Dr. Frita Fisher, shares important information about maintaining good kidney health, dialysis, and healthy diet tips.
'Reclaiming My Time' 03-29-2023
Master coach and author, Lakeisha Dixon Jones, unpacks how we can take control and "reclaim our time." Lakeisha offers help to some Portia viewers who say they feel like they?re spinning their wheels.
Master coach and author, Lakeisha Dixon Jones, unpacks how we can take control and "reclaim our time." Lakeisha offers help to some Portia viewers who say they feel like they?re spinning their wheels.