"Worn Out Moms" 10-18-2022
Whether you have babies, toddlers, adolescents, or teenagers, a parent's to-do list is never ending. Two Portia viewers are feeling a bit overwhelmed and say they have "parental burnout." The "Good Mom Coach" joins the conversation with helpful strategies to relieve the anxieties moms encounter trying to handle it all.
Whether you have babies, toddlers, adolescents, or teenagers, a parent's to-do list is never ending. Two Portia viewers are feeling a bit overwhelmed and say they have "parental burnout." The "Good Mom Coach" joins the conversation with helpful strategies to relieve the anxieties moms encounter trying to handle it all.
"Dating Over 40" 10-17-2022
Stepping back into dating later in life is challenging, and the pandemic hasn't made it easier. Eleesha says the pandemic has changed the dating scene. She has not had a good dating experience in years. Being approached by married men and being ghosted are two issues she's experienced. Paulette Washington, podcaster and relationship expert, offers up advice!
Stepping back into dating later in life is challenging, and the pandemic hasn't made it easier. Eleesha says the pandemic has changed the dating scene. She has not had a good dating experience in years. Being approached by married men and being ghosted are two issues she's experienced. Paulette Washington, podcaster and relationship expert, offers up advice!
"Mama Used To Say" 10-14-2022
Comedienne and podcaster J Smiles takes us on a fun-filled and funny walk down memory lane with sayings and superstitions that mama, grandma and aunties used to say. Do you know what it means if your left palm is itching? Portia and J Smiles keep us laughing throughout this episode!
Comedienne and podcaster J Smiles takes us on a fun-filled and funny walk down memory lane with sayings and superstitions that mama, grandma and aunties used to say. Do you know what it means if your left palm is itching? Portia and J Smiles keep us laughing throughout this episode!
"Soul Care" 10-12-2022
Special contributor Dr. Natosha Reid Rice, minister & activist, talks about self-care vs soul-care. Viewer Antwanesha talks candidly about feeling overwhelmed by life, being support for her family and them depending on her. Dr. Rice gives advice on how to care for your soul.
Special contributor Dr. Natosha Reid Rice, minister & activist, talks about self-care vs soul-care. Viewer Antwanesha talks candidly about feeling overwhelmed by life, being support for her family and them depending on her. Dr. Rice gives advice on how to care for your soul.
?Maternal Mortality? 10-10-2022
Judge Glenda Hatchett lost her daughter-in-law after childbirth. She was pregnant with her first child, took care of herself and was healthy. She hemorrhaged to death following a scheduled C-section. Dr. Jameela Gater, family medicine physician, says that there are measures to take to prevent complications during pregnancy and delivery.
Judge Glenda Hatchett lost her daughter-in-law after childbirth. She was pregnant with her first child, took care of herself and was healthy. She hemorrhaged to death following a scheduled C-section. Dr. Jameela Gater, family medicine physician, says that there are measures to take to prevent complications during pregnancy and delivery.
"Black love" 10-07-2022
Everyone loves a good love story, and every day we see living proof that Black love is beautiful, strong, and resilient. So what's the secret? We're talking about it on "Portia."
Everyone loves a good love story, and every day we see living proof that Black love is beautiful, strong, and resilient. So what's the secret? We're talking about it on "Portia."
"Colorism" 10-06-2022
America has a complex relationship with Black skin. Every shade of Black skin tends to elicit some sort of internal reaction depending on your own personal experiences, your preferences, and even your biases. Black skin still seems to be a topic of conversation in a way that we just don't see in any other ethnic group.
America has a complex relationship with Black skin. Every shade of Black skin tends to elicit some sort of internal reaction depending on your own personal experiences, your preferences, and even your biases. Black skin still seems to be a topic of conversation in a way that we just don't see in any other ethnic group.
"Gentle Parenting" 10-05-2022
There's a new modern parenting style that's growing increasingly popular. It's called Gentle Parenting. What is it? How do you do it? And how does it differ from traditional parenting? That's what we're talking about on 'Portia'.
There's a new modern parenting style that's growing increasingly popular. It's called Gentle Parenting. What is it? How do you do it? And how does it differ from traditional parenting? That's what we're talking about on 'Portia'.
"Women's Safety" 10-04-2022
There are plenty of options for protecting yourself, with the right training of course. And protecting yourself is critical, whether it be on the city streets or in the suburbs. Criminals are always looking for the easiest target. So how do yourself less of a target? We explore the options on "Portia."
There are plenty of options for protecting yourself, with the right training of course. And protecting yourself is critical, whether it be on the city streets or in the suburbs. Criminals are always looking for the easiest target. So how do yourself less of a target? We explore the options on "Portia."
"Breakup Bounce Back" 10-03-2022
We all know breaking up is hard to do. Here's the bottom line, you can bounce back from a bad breakup. You just have to know the rules for a good bounce back, and that's exactly what we are talking about on "Portia."
We all know breaking up is hard to do. Here's the bottom line, you can bounce back from a bad breakup. You just have to know the rules for a good bounce back, and that's exactly what we are talking about on "Portia."
"The Butterfly Effect" 09-30-2022
Acts of kindness, building community and becoming better neighbors. Viewer Jo Ortega went viral when she offered to buy a homeless man a 2-piece chicken dinner. The moment has been seen around the world, and Jo talks to Portia and Special Contributor Natosha Reid Rice about the beauty of random acts of kindness.
Acts of kindness, building community and becoming better neighbors. Viewer Jo Ortega went viral when she offered to buy a homeless man a 2-piece chicken dinner. The moment has been seen around the world, and Jo talks to Portia and Special Contributor Natosha Reid Rice about the beauty of random acts of kindness.
"Hair Clips" 09-29-2022
The natural hair trend is all the rage, but is it for you? One woman is tossing the wigs and weaves and going all natural. Hairstylist Latoshia Kellam takes out the weave and transforms our viewer into a natural hair beauty!
The natural hair trend is all the rage, but is it for you? One woman is tossing the wigs and weaves and going all natural. Hairstylist Latoshia Kellam takes out the weave and transforms our viewer into a natural hair beauty!
?Sandwich Generation? 09-28-2022
If you?re caught between caring for an aging parents and raising your own children, you?re a part of the Sandwich Generation. Viewers share their struggles and an expert offers ways to cope and maintain self-care.
If you?re caught between caring for an aging parents and raising your own children, you?re a part of the Sandwich Generation. Viewers share their struggles and an expert offers ways to cope and maintain self-care.
?Not Another Narcissist? 09-27-2022
A therapist helps viewers distinguish between Narcissistic Personality Disorder and someone with narcissistic traits. Hear what he says about breaking the unhealthy bonds of a bad relationship and how to cope. One viewer shares her journey of breaking out of a relationship with a narcissist.
A therapist helps viewers distinguish between Narcissistic Personality Disorder and someone with narcissistic traits. Hear what he says about breaking the unhealthy bonds of a bad relationship and how to cope. One viewer shares her journey of breaking out of a relationship with a narcissist.
"Family Financial Fitness" 09-26-2022
Dr. Sean Harris believes "financial fitness" is a vital part of what parents should be teaching their children. He?s put his money where his mouth is and 11-year-old Caden Harris has been following in dad?s footsteps since he was seven. He?s a successful entrepreneur who?s spreading his financial know-how with his peers.
Dr. Sean Harris believes "financial fitness" is a vital part of what parents should be teaching their children. He?s put his money where his mouth is and 11-year-old Caden Harris has been following in dad?s footsteps since he was seven. He?s a successful entrepreneur who?s spreading his financial know-how with his peers.
"I Can Do That: DIY" 09-23-2022
The DIY movement is all the rage, and DIY influencer and designer Jamilla King shows Portia and a viewer all the tips on doing it for yourself! From hanging shelves, to finding studs, Jamilla shows us how!
The DIY movement is all the rage, and DIY influencer and designer Jamilla King shows Portia and a viewer all the tips on doing it for yourself! From hanging shelves, to finding studs, Jamilla shows us how!
"Cuffing Season" 09-22-2022
It’s autumn season and that means for many, on the dating scene, it’s "Cuffing Season." Viewer Shea shares her dismay at not being able to keep a boyfriend. A dating expert reveals what may be at the core of Shea’s dating woes and offers survival tips during "cuffing season."
It’s autumn season and that means for many, on the dating scene, it’s "Cuffing Season." Viewer Shea shares her dismay at not being able to keep a boyfriend. A dating expert reveals what may be at the core of Shea’s dating woes and offers survival tips during "cuffing season."
"Superwoman Syndrome" 09-21-2022
Tamika Johnson, work-life balance strategist, talks about wearing so many hats and how she balances life?s pressure. Viewer Kimberly Biggs struggles with "superwoman syndrome" and is ready to take the cape off and create a work-life balance.
Tamika Johnson, work-life balance strategist, talks about wearing so many hats and how she balances life?s pressure. Viewer Kimberly Biggs struggles with "superwoman syndrome" and is ready to take the cape off and create a work-life balance.
"Young, Gifted & Black" 09-20-2022
Portia discusses the successful endeavors of two Atlanta young entrepreneurs making "boss moves." An 18-year-old shares his success story that all started with an ice cream cart and now is a brick and mortar thriving business. An 11-year-old?s penchant for lip gloss turns into a money-making business.
Portia discusses the successful endeavors of two Atlanta young entrepreneurs making "boss moves." An 18-year-old shares his success story that all started with an ice cream cart and now is a brick and mortar thriving business. An 11-year-old?s penchant for lip gloss turns into a money-making business.
"Celibate By Choice" 09-19-2022
One viewer shares her journey of being celibate for the last eight years and how it has affected her life and relationships. An expert offers insights into the celibacy trend.
One viewer shares her journey of being celibate for the last eight years and how it has affected her life and relationships. An expert offers insights into the celibacy trend.