"Fountain of Youth" 11-02-2022
Aging gracefully doesn't always mean turning to extreme potions or injections. Corporate executive Stella takes a different approach on aging with portion control and movement. She believes in changing the narrative around the aging journey ? it's all about mind, body, spirit and soul. "Muscle Mom" and elementary school teacher Stephanie, took the opposite approach to maintaining her youthful glow. She was a little "thick" a few years ago and thought it was okay. She started running and noticed her body transforming!
Aging gracefully doesn't always mean turning to extreme potions or injections. Corporate executive Stella takes a different approach on aging with portion control and movement. She believes in changing the narrative around the aging journey ? it's all about mind, body, spirit and soul. "Muscle Mom" and elementary school teacher Stephanie, took the opposite approach to maintaining her youthful glow. She was a little "thick" a few years ago and thought it was okay. She started running and noticed her body transforming!
"Street Violence" 11-01-2022
Ashlee Johnson and her family moved from Louisville, KY, to Atlanta for a better life. Things were going well until she lost her young husband to street violence. Law enforcement officer, Major KD Johnson, says that parents need to take the blinders off when it comes to their kids. He has some valuable advice for kids wanting to live the "fast life" and tips to save yourself and your loved ones.
Ashlee Johnson and her family moved from Louisville, KY, to Atlanta for a better life. Things were going well until she lost her young husband to street violence. Law enforcement officer, Major KD Johnson, says that parents need to take the blinders off when it comes to their kids. He has some valuable advice for kids wanting to live the "fast life" and tips to save yourself and your loved ones.
'Faith over fear' 10-31-2022
Atlanta radio personality Frank Ski is known for his inspirational vitamin on his radio show. He talks about faith on the air, no matter the audience or the genre of music he plays. His son was facing a serious health crisis. He talks candidly about leaning on his faith and says you have to believe. Special contributor Dr. Natosha Reid Rice talks about confronting fear, living a more courageous life and stirring up faith.
Atlanta radio personality Frank Ski is known for his inspirational vitamin on his radio show. He talks about faith on the air, no matter the audience or the genre of music he plays. His son was facing a serious health crisis. He talks candidly about leaning on his faith and says you have to believe. Special contributor Dr. Natosha Reid Rice talks about confronting fear, living a more courageous life and stirring up faith.
"Keeping the Flame Lit" 10-28-2022
Yannick and Danielle Newby, met when they were college freshmen, now married for 16 years, talk about keeping the fire going in a relationship and not getting stuck in a rut. Dr. Alduan Tartt, Christian psychologist and marriage counselor, talks about the three things that make people want to commit.
Yannick and Danielle Newby, met when they were college freshmen, now married for 16 years, talk about keeping the fire going in a relationship and not getting stuck in a rut. Dr. Alduan Tartt, Christian psychologist and marriage counselor, talks about the three things that make people want to commit.
"Procrastination" 10-27-2022
Jennifer Lester, self-help guru and podcaster, explains the symptoms of procrastination and the difference between procrastination and laziness. Viewer Sheena is a mother of two small children and says she has trouble keeping a schedule and feels bad when she's not prepared or completes a task. We?ve got help for the procrastinators out there!
Jennifer Lester, self-help guru and podcaster, explains the symptoms of procrastination and the difference between procrastination and laziness. Viewer Sheena is a mother of two small children and says she has trouble keeping a schedule and feels bad when she's not prepared or completes a task. We?ve got help for the procrastinators out there!
"Domestic Violence" 10-26-2022
Getting out of an abusive relationship is not easy. Cami Barnes founded Safe Space Property Management and survived domestic violence. She missed some of the initial signs and kept adjusting to her mates calculated behavior. Leaving didn't solve the problem; the violence escalated to kidnapping and assault. Rasheeda Castleberry says she's been in 3 domestic violence relationships and thought she knew the signs. Dr. Gerry White specializes in childhood trauma and bad relationships. He shares the steps to get out of abusive relationships.
Getting out of an abusive relationship is not easy. Cami Barnes founded Safe Space Property Management and survived domestic violence. She missed some of the initial signs and kept adjusting to her mates calculated behavior. Leaving didn't solve the problem; the violence escalated to kidnapping and assault. Rasheeda Castleberry says she's been in 3 domestic violence relationships and thought she knew the signs. Dr. Gerry White specializes in childhood trauma and bad relationships. He shares the steps to get out of abusive relationships.
"Let?s Talk with Sherri" 10-25-2022
Sherri Shepherd joins Portia in a candid conversation about her new show, and the two talk show hosts compare notes about their latest career adventures, their roles as mothers of teenage boys and their "second act" as working women.
Sherri Shepherd joins Portia in a candid conversation about her new show, and the two talk show hosts compare notes about their latest career adventures, their roles as mothers of teenage boys and their "second act" as working women.
"Breast Cancer Awareness" 10-24-2022
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Ryland Gore, breast surgical oncologist, says you can't outrun the disease, but there's hope and prevention with self-breast exams, mammograms every year, healthy balanced diet and limiting alcohol intake. She discusses treatment paths. Viewer Marlena has been diagnosed with breast cancer more than once. She credits self-exams with early detection.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Ryland Gore, breast surgical oncologist, says you can't outrun the disease, but there's hope and prevention with self-breast exams, mammograms every year, healthy balanced diet and limiting alcohol intake. She discusses treatment paths. Viewer Marlena has been diagnosed with breast cancer more than once. She credits self-exams with early detection.
"Black Love - Speech & Yolanda" 10-21-2022
Grammy Award winner and founder of the hip-hop group "Arrested Development," Speech and his wife Yolanda have been married for 27 years. She says relationships are worth the fight. Speech says that Yolanda was what he was looking for in a mate! The couple is candid about weathering years of marriage and how they moved on after a cheating incident.
Grammy Award winner and founder of the hip-hop group "Arrested Development," Speech and his wife Yolanda have been married for 27 years. She says relationships are worth the fight. Speech says that Yolanda was what he was looking for in a mate! The couple is candid about weathering years of marriage and how they moved on after a cheating incident.
"Handle Your Business - Warren Broadnax" 10-20-2022
The hustle is real! CEO and founder of the #1 virgin hair supplier in the US, Warren Broadnax, shares his story and pearls of wisdom to becoming a leader in the hair industry. From a $900 investment and selling hair out the trunk of his car to a multi-million-dollar business, his story is inspiring, and he has a special surprise for a Portia viewer!
The hustle is real! CEO and founder of the #1 virgin hair supplier in the US, Warren Broadnax, shares his story and pearls of wisdom to becoming a leader in the hair industry. From a $900 investment and selling hair out the trunk of his car to a multi-million-dollar business, his story is inspiring, and he has a special surprise for a Portia viewer!
'Sickle Cell" 10-19-2022
Sickle cell anemia is a crippling disease. Kier "Jr" Spates, comedian and co-host of the Steve Harvey Morning Show, says that he wasn?t supposed to live beyond age 11. He shares stories during the dark times and how he?s managed to overcome the physical and emotional stress and pressure associated with the deadly disease.
Sickle cell anemia is a crippling disease. Kier "Jr" Spates, comedian and co-host of the Steve Harvey Morning Show, says that he wasn?t supposed to live beyond age 11. He shares stories during the dark times and how he?s managed to overcome the physical and emotional stress and pressure associated with the deadly disease.
"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."