"Influence Me" 11-10-2022
It's all about influencing, having something meaningful to say! Social media influencers can make millions of dollars. Portia talks to social media influencers and they tell how they achieved influencer status. The guests share how their influencing has paid off!
It's all about influencing, having something meaningful to say! Social media influencers can make millions of dollars. Portia talks to social media influencers and they tell how they achieved influencer status. The guests share how their influencing has paid off!
"Online Dating" 11-09-2022
Tera Stidum, dating expert & author, talks online dating options - the good, the bad and the ugly, including online scam busting. Viewer Melica Bennett wants to learn more about online dating.
Tera Stidum, dating expert & author, talks online dating options - the good, the bad and the ugly, including online scam busting. Viewer Melica Bennett wants to learn more about online dating.
"Home Ownership" 11-08-2022
Owning a home is a part of the American dream, but it's also a big financial move. A divorced mother wants to work toward home ownership. She rented for years, had to move, and she wasn't prepared. Special contributor Dr. Natosha Reid Rice talks about home ownership for single women. A realtor gives advice on how to become a home owner.
Owning a home is a part of the American dream, but it's also a big financial move. A divorced mother wants to work toward home ownership. She rented for years, had to move, and she wasn't prepared. Special contributor Dr. Natosha Reid Rice talks about home ownership for single women. A realtor gives advice on how to become a home owner.
"Ghost Hunters" 11-07-2022
What do you do when you realize there are no black people investigating ghost hunting? You call your best friends and start a hit TV show as the first Black paranormal investigators. They're changing the myth that Black people don't care about the paranormal. A fun and spirited conversation with the Ghost Brothers!
What do you do when you realize there are no black people investigating ghost hunting? You call your best friends and start a hit TV show as the first Black paranormal investigators. They're changing the myth that Black people don't care about the paranormal. A fun and spirited conversation with the Ghost Brothers!
'Life After" 11-03-2022
Clarence Harrison was wrongly convicted of robbery and kidnapping then sentenced to life. After spending 17 years in prison, he was released through the work of the Georgia Innocence Project. Tiffany Bush, pro bono coordinating attorney for the GA Innocence Project, explains how cases are investigated and if the non-profit can help them. Tiffany shares the most common factors contributing to wrongful convictions.
Clarence Harrison was wrongly convicted of robbery and kidnapping then sentenced to life. After spending 17 years in prison, he was released through the work of the Georgia Innocence Project. Tiffany Bush, pro bono coordinating attorney for the GA Innocence Project, explains how cases are investigated and if the non-profit can help them. Tiffany shares the most common factors contributing to wrongful convictions.
"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.