In this enlightening episode of LITE It Up Podcast , we sit down with a licensed therapist and author of the upcoming book Change Your Words to Change Your World , set to release in January 2025. We dive into the transformative power of candid communication—how shifting from striving for perfection to embracing authenticity can deepen our relationships at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Explore the simple yet profound ways this book takes the pressure off, helping you connect with othe...
Dec 12, 2024•52 min•Season 9Ep. 166
In this heartwarming episode, Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with her daughter, Khalis Muhammad, a senior at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, as she reflects on her experiences as a participant in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Lambda Tau Omega chapter’s 2024 Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion . Khalis opens up about the dedication, preparation, and meaning behind her involvement in the cotillion, sharing how it has impacted her senior year. She also discusses her extracurriculars, future academic go...
Oct 29, 2024•24 min•Season 9Ep. 165
In this episode of the LITE It Up Podcast, host Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with Romeldia Salter, a consultant for CamCori Consulting, LLC, and an expert with over 30 years of experience in teaching and education administration. Together, they dive into the critical importance of executive functioning skills in students’ academic and lifelong success. Romeldia introduces the MySuccessChecks Academic Planner, a powerful tool designed to enhance student organizational skills, and shares details ...
Oct 16, 2024•58 min
In this week’s episode of LITE It Up , host Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with new author Adrienne Spires to discuss her inspiring memoir, "Roaring Resilience: Finding Grit in the Lion's Den." Adrienne shares her powerful journey as a survivor of domestic violence and a non-offending parent, highlighting how her unwavering faith became her lifeline during moments of psychological manipulation and physical danger. Through prayer and divine guidance, Adrienne found the strength to overcome adversi...
Oct 08, 2024•57 min
In this inspiring episode of the LITE It Up Podcast , Dr. Aginah Musherah interviews Letina Brady Pettis, founder of Get Out the Vote (GOTV) 4 Teens and National Teens Voter Registration Day. Tina has made it her mission to empower young people across Chicago and its suburbs through civic engagement and community building. As the author of I Want to Vote and I Voted , Tina uses her work to inspire young readers to grasp the importance of voting and civic responsibility. During this conversation,...
Sep 24, 2024•29 min•Season 9Ep. 162
In this empowering episode of the LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with Self-Love and Empowerment Coach, Echo Muhammad, to discuss the transformative power of self-love and self-care. Together, they dive into why prioritizing yourself is essential, especially for Black women navigating today’s challenges. Echo also shares details about her upcoming "EmpowerHER Mind, Body & Soul Retreat," happening on Saturday, October 12th. Get all the information you need on how to register...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr
After a long summer hiatus, Dr. Aginah Musherah, the host and creator of the LITE It Up Podcast , returns for an exciting Season 9! In this special premiere episode, Dr. Aginah opens up about her unwavering passion for helping others and how she continues to honor her late father’s legacy in all she does. Tune in to hear Dr. Aginah share heartfelt stories, reflections on personal growth, and an exclusive preview of what’s in store for the upcoming season of LITE It Up ! This season promises even...
Sep 10, 2024•29 min•Season 9Ep. 112
In this week's episode of LITE It Up , Dr. Aginah Musherah's guest is Fallon Flowers, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Nursing Inspired, LLC. Nurse Fallon is on a mission! Nursing Inspired LLC provides coaching, courses and organizational tools to Black pre-nursing students and aspiring nurses to help them prepare, plan and pay for nursing school through our signature system. During this episode, Nurse Fallon shares her journey to becoming a nurse practitioner and entrepreneur, ...
May 08, 2024•42 min•Season 8Ep. 159
In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Aginah Musherah continues to highlights Black Women Entrepreneurs. This week's guest is Tameika Hinton, owner of Meika Cleaning Service. Tameika discusses her commitment to keep her customers safe, healthy, and happy. Meika also shares several gems for achieving success as a businesswoman. For more information about commercial cleaning services or to schedule a consultation for your business or home, contact MEIKA's today. Visit MEIKA's Cleaning Service web...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 8Ep. 158
In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Aginah Musherah continues to highlights Black Women Entrepreneurs. This week's guest is Coach Fannie, CEO of Create Your World, LLC. Coach Fannie is deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey to a healthy lifestyle. Listen to our in-depth conversation about strategies to jumpstart a healthy lifestyle and create the world you deserve. Visit Create Your World, LLC website: https://www.createyourworld.org Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad ...
Mar 24, 2024•54 min•Season 8Ep. 157
In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Aginah Musherah highlights Black Women Entrepreneurs. This week's guest is Melanie K. Hall, LCPC and CEO of Insights Therapeutic Services, LLC. Melanie is deeply committed to guiding individuals and couples on their journey to mental wellness and personal fulfillment. Through Melanie's work with couples, she found that communication is the root of the challenges that many experience. Melanie helps couples transform their relationship from confusion to clari...
Mar 13, 2024•48 min•Season 8Ep. 156
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has an in depth conversation with Cathy A. Griffin about her journey and accomplishments over the last 23 years as a successful entrepreneur who has scaled multiple businesses to 6 and multi-7 figure revenues. A small business consultant for female entrepreneurs, Cathy is dedicated to helping other women in business. Her passion lies in empowering women to actualize their dream business, experience happiness, freedom and ultimate success!...
Mar 06, 2024•59 min•Season 8Ep. 155
In this week's episode of LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah shares about her recent roundtrip and finally setting boundaries! For many Black women setting boundaries can be challenging. With the demands of work, family, and other obligations, many Black women experience challenges that can take a toll on their well-being. “Many Black women are experiencing stress and trauma from the workplace including (micro)aggressive behaviors that have been increasing with the changing socio-political ...
Mar 02, 2024•26 min•Season 8Ep. 154
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah chats with returning guest, Executive Director and Founder of PLAN4Success, Nicole Brookens. Nicole shares updates about PLAN4Success initiatives and the PLAN2Lead Teen Summit for students in grades 9-12. You'll learn about the workshops offered designed to teach teens how to network, develop their brand, build a resume, and investing in the stock market. The summit is completely free through the partnership of UIC CHANCE Program and High...
Feb 13, 2024•40 min•Season 8Ep. 153
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a candid conversation about servant leadership and developing young black and brown boys, with Shaka Rawls, principal of Leo High School. Connect with Principal Shaka Rawls https://www.leohighschool.org Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad https://www.aginahmuhammad.com and https://www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast Instagram: https:/...
Feb 07, 2024•29 min
It's a Solo Chat on this week's episode of LITE It Up with host, Dr. Aginah Musherah. We're in the last week of January and the 2nd episode of Season 8...and life has not wasted any time "lif ing ". In fact, life has lif ed !! What should you do when life becomes too hectic? You should PAUSE. STOP. RESET. The key is to acknowledge that you need to take a moment to refresh , restart and refuel . The goal is for 2024 to be our "Kobe Year" . This week's episode is a reminder and affirmation that it...
Jan 31, 2024•24 min•Season 8Ep. 151
Welcome to a Season 8 of LITE It Up! Dr. Aginah Musherah is back on the microphone with a brand new season and reaching another milestone...This is the 150th episode of LITE It Up!! As Dr. Aginah embarks upon her 8th Season of LITE It Up, she reflects on the power and significance of the number 8 and 24. With this being a new year, 2024, it’s time for new beginnings; a reminder to stay grounded and balanced while achieving various levels of success within our lives. This is a "Kobe Year"; share ...
Jan 23, 2024•15 min•Season 8Ep. 150
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah speaks with LeTina Brady Pettis about Illinois Senate Bill 2123, which allows an individual to pre-register to vote on or after turning 16 years old, with the registration on file with the appropriate election authority until the individual reaches 18 years old. The bill was signed by Governor J.B. Prtizker and became effective August 4, 2023. LeTina shares information about the Get Out to Vote 4 Teens initiative she is leading in the Chi...
Dec 28, 2023•31 min
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherhah interviews certified tax preparer, Milinia McLaughlin of D & D Tax Services. Milinia shares several gems about exercising due diligence when selecting a tax preparer and filing taxes. Connect with Milinia McLaughlin milinia.mclaughlin@gmail.com Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad https://www.aginahmuhammad.com and https://www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast Instagram: ...
Dec 21, 2023•26 min
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah has a candid conversation with Dr. Ashley Y. Stone about the experience of Black women working in the field of higher education. Dr. Ashley is an educator, sociologist, and public speaker who studies Black women and Black feminism. With over 15 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Ashley shares her journey of navigating higher education within the landscape of student affairs and academic affairs; and provides strategies for professional B...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 11 min
In this week's episode of LITE It Up Podcast , Dr. Aginah Musherah features President and Founder of J.U.S.T. LLC ( Just Us Sistahs Talking ), Felicia Baites Pointer. Originally launched in January 2022, Just Us Sistahs Talking's mission and purpose became clear in 2010 after Felicia became a two-time breast cancer survivor. Just Us Sistahs Talking is an organization that aims to Inspire , Connect , and Empower women and girls of diverse backgrounds through events that bring an awareness around ...
Nov 28, 2023•36 min•Season 7Ep. 146
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As the month coms to an end, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a candid conversation with breast cancer survivor, Evita Ali. A returning guest to LITE It Up, Evita shares her journey of being a SURVIVOR. Evita provides practical tips on how friends and family can offer support to breast cancer WARRIORS. If you missed Evita's first appearance on LITE It Up, you can review the episode from October 6, 2020 - Ep. 40 "Know Your Status: A Candid Conversation About Breas...
Oct 31, 2023•46 min•Season 7Ep. 145
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah talks about what happens when you're overloaded. When you're over exceeding your limitations and capacity, just like a computer, your system will become overloaded and crash. You're reminded to take the time to reduce your load to prevent the possibility of becoming overloaded. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast Insta...
Oct 24, 2023•22 min•Season 7Ep. 144
In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a candid conversation with her mom, Aminah Muhammad about motherhood, marriage, and the next chapter in life. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast Instagram: @liteituppodcast Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.agin...
Oct 10, 2023•29 min
In this week's episode of LITE It Up Podcast , Dr. Aginah Musherah engages in dialogue with Algenoy L. Alexander , a Master Practitioner of Neuro- Linguistic Programming, consultant, speaker, and the executive director of WiseWorks, Inc. . Algenoy offers presentations and facilitates workshops that empower and inspire individuals (and organizations) to achieve excellence and life-long success. During their dialogue, Algenoy provides helpful tips on ways in which individuals can unlock their pote...
Oct 03, 2023•46 min•Season 7Ep. 142
This week's episode of LITE It Up features self-taught portrait artist, Robert C. Owens. In a candid conversation, Dr. Aginah explores the multidimensional artistic work of Chicago native, Robert C. Owens. Robert shares his inspiration for creating life-like imagery across various mediums. Robert's work has been featured at various venues and platforms including the cover of Madiba Magazine. Connect w/Robert C. Owens Website: https://www.rcoartistry.com Email: robcowens74@gmail.com Connect with ...
Sep 26, 2023•39 min•Season 7Ep. 125
On this week's episode of LITE It Up , Dr. Aginah Musherah welcomes Javondlyn Dunagan, founder of JMD Angels Foundation to the podcast. Javondlynn shares her passion for being of service to others and the impact her foundation has on the community. Since the organization's inception, December 2020, JMD Angels Foundation has awarded over $25,000 in scholarships to students pursuing an undergraduate degree. On September 24, 2023, JMD will host its first annual Angel Awards Fundraiser and celebrate...
Sep 19, 2023•30 min•Season 7Ep. 140
Welcome to Season 7 of Lite It Up... Lead. Inspire. Transform. Empower! Dr. Aginah Musherah is back on the mic after a well deserved summer hiatus. Dr. Aginah Musher's first solo chat of the season is a brief commentary about the importance of taking a break to regroup, refocus, and recommit yourself to achieving your goal but more importantly, shifting your mindset to find balance within your life. Here's a friendly reminder to live your best self, which simply means to consistently show up as ...
Sep 12, 2023•17 min•Season 7Ep. 139
On this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah pays tribute to her mother, Aminah (with an intro video montage) in honor of Mother's Day and shares an encouraging message to all of the Super Moms who continue to make it happen every day. Listeners are reminded to carve out time to rejuvenate but more importantly, to lean on their village. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast and @D...
May 24, 2023•31 min•Season 6Ep. 138
On this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a conversation with DEI and Development expert, Tommy Amal. Tommy shares his journey and passion for work in the non-profit sector, including higher education, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Tommy shares his area of expertise in the non-profit sector including his role as a developer for Capital Youth Empowerment Program (CYEP). Additionally, Tommy shares his expertise about diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the importance of d...
May 12, 2023•49 min•Season 6Ep. 137
