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Jul 16, 2021•44 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Today's episode is for my entrepreneurs or those who want to live with excellency like a boss. Women have a hard time with getting investors. There are some things that you need to do to get into a room and own it. Today's Guest Podcast Host is Sydney Wong. Sydney Wong is an author as well as the Founder and CEO of VenturX. Her literature work, written under the pen name of David Adams, focuses on helping others be more productive and efficient. Sydney’s successful journey of her professional ac...
Jul 09, 2021•44 min•Season 4Ep. 6
What a time this week has been? We got Cosby getting his sentence vacated as well as Monique staying in the media space by embarrassing other women to make a point of respectability. It's the long 4th of July weekend and its a time to reunite with family and friends. We talk about being happy and whole. The world is doing a number on our lives. We need to be renewed daily. So what is stopping you from being whole and happy? It's not once you are whole (as that is a ongoing process) will stop bad...
Jul 02, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Today's sponsor is Early Bird. They are giving our listeners free $15 to gift a child they love to invest in their financial future: https://partners.getearlybird.io/podcast Trick Daddy is on some other level for the lengths he went to talk on Beyonce's good name. Its one thing not to like her singing if that's what you want to do but we don't have to do the most. Panic attacks are real how to deal with them and recognize them Place boundaries in all relationships. Being there for a friend and a...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 4
Today's Episode is brought to you by Omio. Save 5% on your next booking by using code LISTENER5 : https://omio.sjv.io/c/2544961/1078765/7385 Today we talk about those gut punches we need from time to time to stand and be accounted for our own toxic behaviors. We also tend to only focus on what someone said and not enough on what someone has done or is doing. So much responsibility in being honest in what you can call out and deal with. Also did you hear what Monique said? No not about bonnets an...
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Today's episode is sponsored by Relief Factor. Relief Factor is drug-free relief for those everyday pains. Who wants to be in pain daily? No one. Our listeners are getting the price from $70 to 19.95: https://bit.ly/3f5iKMo This is the episode where if you need some motivation and a boost this is it! There's no way you are going to listen to this episode and not be inspired. We want to encourage you to allow grace to follow your steps. Beyond anything this is about pouring back into each listene...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Self care is something we all need a daily dose of. We are attempting to do our best. Can you fail your own self care? Yes overthinking, not doing it enough, or not seeing simple things as self care. We talk with Vera Fair. Vera Fair is a working mom with two amazing daughters (5 and 9 years old), wife to a wonderful husband who she has been with for 22 years, and volunteer in multiple organizations. She works full-time as a Senior Project Manager for the Office of the Chief Technology Officer a...
Jun 04, 2021•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 1
There's a time for talk and there's a time for action, AAPI Solidarity Fundraiser is doing both. This Sunday at the Peridance Center from 10:30am -4:30 you can sign up and take classes at $10 per class. There are amazing teachers: Yuka Kameda teaching Tap Kevin Suzuki teaching Japanese Folklore Sun Kim teaching Popping Pauline Casino teaching Choreography Afterwards there is a community discussion to bring an action plan together from 4:30-5:30 and that portion is free to the community and those...
May 28, 2021•32 min
Happy 40th to me. I reflect on the lessons learned. We also talk about those epic fails that took place too. The things we have gotten into that we don't speak on because we want to be appear less flawed than we really are. We also discuss the self care fails and success that have taken place over the last week. Some you may remember from last week. Pray that I will have the self care fixed up by the time we come back. Sponsor from Revolution Beauty: go to https://bit.ly/2RKFGY8 to save 20% with...
May 14, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Welcome to a new week of Conversations with Toi. We talk about mental health, self-care, social media stories, and failures in life. This week's podcast is sponsored by Real Sleep . They are giving all of our readers 10% by using the code POD at https://www.realsleep.com/discount/POD Also check out my story with What to Expect : https://www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/postpartum-health-and-care/ppd-after-second-pregnancy-essay This Week social media stories include Josh Duggar, Safaree and Erica...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 19
The world is in an uproar at least in the comment section about Oprah's newest book that is coming out. She is telling parts of her story that she has been reluctant to share. Apparently she is too rich to STILL have trauma. Which we know that is a whole lie and a half. Trauma doesn't have an expiration-you carry the scars for life. We discuss both sides of the discussion. Also Mendeecees stated that if the roles were reversed with Yandy went to jail for a few years, he's not sure if he could do...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Today's Sponsor is by Bruush an electronic toothbrush company. They are offering our listeners 15% off with code POD15 at https://bit.ly/3xe5g7S Staying the course even when giving up seems too easy and comfortable. Like Beyonce says winner doesn't quit on themselves. So we talk a very personal story where I had no choice but to stay the course. Self care go tos the week. What are they and how have I been managing. RIP to George Floyd and a continued conversation and action plan for what to do n...
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Sometimes we get so caught up in the admiration of others who we will are doing better than we are that we don't humble our eyesight. We don't know what someone has been through to get to where they are. We need to find a way to love ourselves a little more. Our condolences to DMX's Family and friends. We said last episode that we would keep him in our prayers and sadly he has passed. Black Lives Mattering is more than just an organization its about the actual lives. What brings you joy? Let's f...
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 16
We discuss the epic Verzuz TV battle between the Isley Brothers vs. Earth, Wind, and Fire. This was hosted by Steve Harvey who waited his entire life for this moment. Ya'll got to see Steve Harvey pretend he's the member of both groups Don't forget, Baxter Blue as discussed in the show, https://baxterblueglasses.pxf.io/3PeZDr to save 10% off a pair Did you hear the Nick Cannon song, No weapon featuring Gospel's angel, Kierra Clark Sheard? It's a sample from Fred Hammond's No weapon. I also menti...
Apr 09, 2021•58 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Listen forgiveness and forging relationships at the same level as before...it doesn't always happen. We talk about counting up whether or not to forgive or not and what goes into the process and self-care through it all Here is the blog that goes along with this episode: https://toitime.org/national-reconciliation-day/ Also both vaccines complete how did I make out? Happy Easter weekend! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toitimeblog Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toitimeladies Twitter: ht...
Apr 02, 2021•55 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Its been an entire media storm this week. Derrick Jaxn has been living an entire lie. He is a "relationship guru" who has sold a lot of women the story line of what to look forward to when they find the man of their dreams. Yet he is a living and walking nightmare. His wife is a victim. However in her eyes....listen in! Today's Episode is sponsored by The SkinStore. They are offering our listeners 20% off of your next purchase; some exclusion apply https://www.skinstore.com/pod.list.com To follo...
Mar 26, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 13
This week we had to discuss the accountability of when parents go left. Also kids can go left too. Such as the perceived notion of the leaked snippet of Kirk Franklin and his grown son. Can parents push kids grown or not too far? We discuss this as well as accountability of owning yourself. This week I had a personal blow up that was seasoned from childhood silent treatment tactics. Today's sponsor is Away Bags which is one of my favorite bags to travel with: www.podgo.co/away.com Spring is arou...
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 12
This has been a year to remember. A year of loss and emotional ups and downs. The hardest part is not being able to see loved ones. Watching my children lose their social skills and being in the house for the betterment of the year. The joys have been there as well. Although a large majority of my extended family had Covid-19 we were safe. Reminding myself of that point daily has been crucial. This week's self care has been about honesty. Taking time out when necessary and doing it without guilt...
Mar 12, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Trigger alert! This notion that elders are incapable of bad vibes or even bad intentions have to be dispelled. Even with that in mind, you can disengage with a parent and not out right disrespect them. You can stand up for yourself and not hit below the belt. We talk about this culture of embarrassing children on social media channels. It's disheartening to say the least. I understand being a parent that children are from the Try it School of life. We as parents are not supposed to act aggressiv...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 10
First comes love than marriage, than the baby in the baby carriage or something like that. What happens when the love of your love wants to stop having kids and you may or may not want to? Do you get your tubes tied out of his request or benefit of your health for a man who asked for your hand in marriage but isn't your husband? That man now has had more babies with his new wife because changing of minds is real.. Who makes that decision? We explore the notion of permanent decisions with tempora...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Its amazing for those who have a desire to experience motherhood to hold that baby for the first time. Unchecked trauma can creep almost instantly. Having to be told by a child that your delivery is of off putting can be hard to swallow. Parenthood comes with a lot of gut checks and laying the ego down to give a child what they really need Blac Chyna's mom goes on a rampage calling her all kinds of names and dragging her. Aren't parents supposed to protect? Can moms be jealous of their daughters...
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 8
I interviewed Ms. Katrina Hall of Philadelphia, PA. She is an actor, director, and playwright. She is Phoenix Theatre's 2021 Virtual Artist in Residence. Listen in as we discuss the production and the surrounding themes such as forgiveness, relationship, and how religion can sometimes influence us good or bad. Get tickets here: http://www.thephoenixtheatrepa.com./ The play runs from Friday February 19-21st virtually!! In Hall's adaptation of William Shakespeare's, The Winter's Tale , abandonment...
Feb 18, 2021•47 min
We had to talk about the Gorilla Glue incident as well as Trey Songz. I am married not blind. However we do talk about adulting and the 3 things that got me through this hectic week. We all need some practical things that we can do in addition to therapy. Happy Love Week. This week is full of emotions. Some couples fight more this week too. So don't think everyone is as in love as they post their trinkets. Here is the Episode of my husband and I if you're finding your mate is dealing with mental...
Feb 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Who doesn't know a difficult person? We have them all around us. From being contentious to down right rude the world needs a spirit lift. We talk about how to navigate around them We also discuss therapy for the week. What were the easy parts and how navigating towards your healthiest mindset can be an asset to everyone. Grown grown-that point in my your life where you no longer deal with folks excuse of bad behavior. I'm in the stage of putting folks out of my presence to preserve peace. Follow...
Feb 05, 2021•55 min•Season 3Ep. 6
When I moved from my small town of Lancaster to Philly I didn't think I would last 2 weeks let alone 10 years. Here we are showing up for myself, exploring life, raising a family, and becoming whole! Cheers to 10 years and many more adventures! Also check out the podcast featuring my husband as we talk mental health it will make more sense as you listen to both: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-with-toi/id1523002422?i=1000494949128 Also check out the recent bonus episode with ...
Jan 29, 2021•55 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Quintessence Theatre Presents The Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Renea Brown plays Sara a young lady who is sent to a boarding school while her father is at war. He is pretty well off so while there he showers her with lavish gifts. One day he died and didn't leave anything for her care at the Boarding School and well that's when things goes left.... I interviewed Renea to find out what her passions were and how she began her acting career at such a young age. Read the review of the...
Jan 25, 2021•46 min
What a week. It was the longest shortest week. However it was full of amazing history. We have a new President and in the first time in history we have a woman, a Black woman, and an Asian American woman in office. For all of the little girls who dream big dreams-its their time to shine Catching up with the week with self care tips and this weeks joys and pitfalls. Learning to apply the lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy. Honoring him in our actions beyond social media post. Get more wit...
Jan 22, 2021•58 min•Season 3Ep. 4
So many times we aren't able to see that we have an issue. When we do it's up to us to take personal responsibility for our actions. Let's keep it real, adulting sucks but must be done. Social media round up-y'all knees strong enough for the Buss it challenge? I personally didn't get my Meg Thee Stallion knees for Christmas so that's a NO for me. Also New "IT" couple Lory Harvey and Michael B Jordan-what say you? Remember you can follow on the blog at www.toitime.org
Jan 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 2
What an entire week?! Welcome 2021 or something like that. We talk about falling and what grace comes from that. Of course with a New Year, everyone is doing all kinds of new diets, fads, or putting in new systems-what about sleep?! We talk about the melee that took place at the Capital-I got thoughts Remember you can always get more content by following at www.toitime.org
Jan 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 1
We are only a few days away from 2021. Am I the only one who is scared? Pure craziness of what lie ahead is like the land of the unknown. We discuss Christmas and the stress that unfolded. Therapy has been intense however super necessary. Goal setting in 2021 what does that look like? A quick bonus episode as we prepare for whatever the New Year brings!
Dec 30, 2020•32 min
