https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stay-a-while--4736593enSociety & CultureCopyright Tommi A. Vincenthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/91b48d3d55a5b3bd019f12a66174f969.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stay-a-while--4736593Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:25:45 +0000Tommi A. VincentTommi A. Vincentfeeds@spreaker.comIf food is a love language then this podcast is virtual soul food. Host Tommi A. Vincent is a NFL wife, chef, life-coach and domestic violence survivor who found her recipe for healing was through using food as medicine. Stay A While with those who...trueepisodichttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
Today's conversation is about vision, courage, and what happens when someone decides to build what they wish existed.

I’m honored to welcome Elizabeth 'Dillow' Jenkins to Stay A While.

As President and COO of the Women's National Football Conference, Dillow is leading a movement that is transforming the future of women’s sports.

What began as a personal love for football became something much greater—a mission to create opportunities, equity, and professional pathways for women athletes who have long been overlooked.

For decades, women have played football because they loved the game. They sacrificed their time, resources, and often their financial stability simply for the chance to compete. Dillow saw those barriers firsthand and made a bold decision: if the system didn't exist, she would help build it.

Today, the WNFC is redefining what is possible in women’s tackle football by creating a league rooted in professionalism, visibility, sustainability, and a future where women can be paid to play.

In our conversation, Dillow shares the moment passion became purpose, the leadership principles that guide her decisions, and her unwavering commitment to ensuring the next generation of girls understand their worth, power, and potential.

This episode is for dreamers, builders, athletes, leaders, and anyone who has ever dared to create change instead of waiting for permission.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• How a love for football became a lifelong mission
• Building a professional league for women athletes
• Creating equity and opportunity in sports
• Leadership lessons from growing a national organization
• The importance of sustainability and long-term vision
• What it takes to challenge systems and build new pathways
• The future of women's tackle football
• Why representation matters for the next generation

About Our Guest Elizabeth 'Dillow' Jenkins is the President and COO of the Women's National Football Conference, one of the fastest-growing leagues in women's sports.

Under her leadership, the WNFC has become a national platform advancing equity, professionalism, visibility, and economic opportunities for women athletes. 

Through initiatives such as Got Her Back, youth development programs, tackle football camps, and strategic partnerships, Dillow is helping create a future where girls and women can pursue football at the highest level while being recognized, respected, and compensated for their talents.

Her work is changing the game—not only for athletes today, but for generations to come.

This episode is for:

• Women leaders and entrepreneurs building something meaningful
• Athletes pursuing excellence in male-dominated spaces
• Parents raising confident daughters
• Change-makers committed to equity and opportunity
• Anyone who has ever been told "that's not possible"

🍽️ At the Table At Stay A While, we believe some of the most powerful leaders are the ones who create opportunities for others.

Dillow reminds us that leadership isn't simply about breaking barriers.

It's about building bridges.

Her story is a powerful example of what can happen when passion meets purpose and vision meets action.

Because every girl deserves the chance to see herself in the game—and believe she belongs there.


Learn more about Women's National Football Conference HERE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72558259Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:24:50 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and stay a while.  Today's conversation is about vision, courage, and what happens when someone decides to build what they wish existed. I’m honored to welcome Elizabeth 'Dillow' Jenkins to Stay A While. As President and COO of the...
Today's conversation is about vision, courage, and what happens when someone decides to build what they wish existed.

I’m honored to welcome Elizabeth 'Dillow' Jenkins to Stay A While.

As President and COO of the Women's National Football Conference, Dillow is leading a movement that is transforming the future of women’s sports.

What began as a personal love for football became something much greater—a mission to create opportunities, equity, and professional pathways for women athletes who have long been overlooked.

For decades, women have played football because they loved the game. They sacrificed their time, resources, and often their financial stability simply for the chance to compete. Dillow saw those barriers firsthand and made a bold decision: if the system didn't exist, she would help build it.

Today, the WNFC is redefining what is possible in women’s tackle football by creating a league rooted in professionalism, visibility, sustainability, and a future where women can be paid to play.

In our conversation, Dillow shares the moment passion became purpose, the leadership principles that guide her decisions, and her unwavering commitment to ensuring the next generation of girls understand their worth, power, and potential.

This episode is for dreamers, builders, athletes, leaders, and anyone who has ever dared to create change instead of waiting for permission.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• How a love for football became a lifelong mission
• Building a professional league for women athletes
• Creating equity and opportunity in sports
• Leadership lessons from growing a national organization
• The importance of sustainability and long-term vision
• What it takes to challenge systems and build new pathways
• The future of women's tackle football
• Why representation matters for the next generation

About Our Guest Elizabeth 'Dillow' Jenkins is the President and COO of the Women's National Football Conference, one of the fastest-growing leagues in women's sports.

Under her leadership, the WNFC has become a national platform advancing equity, professionalism, visibility, and economic opportunities for women athletes. 

Through initiatives such as Got Her Back, youth development programs, tackle football camps, and strategic partnerships, Dillow is helping create a future where girls and women can pursue football at the highest level while being recognized, respected, and compensated for their talents.

Her work is changing the game—not only for athletes today, but for generations to come.

This episode is for:

• Women leaders and entrepreneurs building something meaningful
• Athletes pursuing excellence in male-dominated spaces
• Parents raising confident daughters
• Change-makers committed to equity and opportunity
• Anyone who has ever been told "that's not possible"

🍽️ At the Table At Stay A While, we believe some of the most powerful leaders are the ones who create opportunities for others.

Dillow reminds us that leadership isn't simply about breaking barriers.

It's about building bridges.

Her story is a powerful example of what can happen when passion meets purpose and vision meets action.

Because every girl deserves the chance to see herself in the game—and believe she belongs there.


Learn more about Women's National Football Conference HERE]]>1666c-suite,empowerment,entreprenuer,equityinsports,executivesinsports,femaleathletes,flagfootball,football,gamechangers,girlsflagfootball,girlsfootball,sports,wnfc,women,womeninsports,womensempowermentfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
In this inspiring episode of Stay A While, I sit down with Jon Hooper, Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Emeryville and Oakland, whose journey is a testament to the power of hard work, humility, and purpose-driven leadership. 

Jon's story began as a teenager washing dishes. Through perseverance, dedication, and a commitment to serving others, he worked his way through the business and ultimately became a Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator in the Bay Area.

But for Jon, success has never been measured solely by sales, growth, or accolades.

It's measured by impact.

Throughout our conversation, we explore how food can be a catalyst for hope, dignity, and opportunity. Jon shares why food security has become a personal mission, how local businesses can play a critical role in strengthening communities, and why true leadership begins with serving others.

We also discuss the importance of community partnerships, including Chick-fil-A's support of the Vincent Country Safe Zone in Oakland, where Jon and his team helped provide meals for students, teachers, and volunteers—demonstrating that meaningful change happens when organizations come together to meet both immediate and long-term needs.

This episode is a powerful reminder that when people are nourished, communities flourish.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Jon's journey from dishwasher to Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator
• The leadership lessons learned through service
• Why food security is essential to thriving communities
• The role businesses can play in addressing local needs
• Building trust and connection through community engagement
• The importance of dignity, belonging, and meeting basic needs
• Creating impact that extends beyond business success

About Our Guest: 
 Jon Hooper is the Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Emeryville and Oakland. His career with Chick-fil-A began as a teenager, where he learned the value of hard work, consistency, and service from the ground up. Today, Jon leads with a people-first philosophy, investing in his team members, customers, and the communities his restaurants serve. He is deeply committed to addressing food insecurity and creating opportunities for individuals and families to thrive. Through partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and community organizations, Jon continues to demonstrate how local leadership can create lasting impact.

This episode is for:

• Business leaders seeking to lead with purpose
• Entrepreneurs committed to community impact
• Nonprofit leaders and changemakers
• Anyone passionate about food security and community development
• Individuals who believe business can be a force for good

🍽️ At the Table
 At Stay A While, we believe some of life's greatest lessons are found around the table. Jon reminds us that leadership is not about position—it's about service. His story demonstrates that when we invest in people, meet essential needs, and create opportunities for connection, we build stronger communities and brighter futures. Because sometimes the most meaningful work begins with something as simple—and as powerful—as a meal.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72211244Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and stay a while. Some of the most powerful leaders are the ones who quietly show up, serve consistently, and invest in the people around them. In this inspiring episode of Stay A While, I sit down with Jon Hooper, Owner-Operator of...
In this inspiring episode of Stay A While, I sit down with Jon Hooper, Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Emeryville and Oakland, whose journey is a testament to the power of hard work, humility, and purpose-driven leadership. 

Jon's story began as a teenager washing dishes. Through perseverance, dedication, and a commitment to serving others, he worked his way through the business and ultimately became a Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator in the Bay Area.

But for Jon, success has never been measured solely by sales, growth, or accolades.

It's measured by impact.

Throughout our conversation, we explore how food can be a catalyst for hope, dignity, and opportunity. Jon shares why food security has become a personal mission, how local businesses can play a critical role in strengthening communities, and why true leadership begins with serving others.

We also discuss the importance of community partnerships, including Chick-fil-A's support of the Vincent Country Safe Zone in Oakland, where Jon and his team helped provide meals for students, teachers, and volunteers—demonstrating that meaningful change happens when organizations come together to meet both immediate and long-term needs.

This episode is a powerful reminder that when people are nourished, communities flourish.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Jon's journey from dishwasher to Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator
• The leadership lessons learned through service
• Why food security is essential to thriving communities
• The role businesses can play in addressing local needs
• Building trust and connection through community engagement
• The importance of dignity, belonging, and meeting basic needs
• Creating impact that extends beyond business success

About Our Guest: 
 Jon Hooper is the Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Emeryville and Oakland. His career with Chick-fil-A began as a teenager, where he learned the value of hard work, consistency, and service from the ground up. Today, Jon leads with a people-first philosophy, investing in his team members, customers, and the communities his restaurants serve. He is deeply committed to addressing food insecurity and creating opportunities for individuals and families to thrive. Through partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and community organizations, Jon continues to demonstrate how local leadership can create lasting impact.

This episode is for:

• Business leaders seeking to lead with purpose
• Entrepreneurs committed to community impact
• Nonprofit leaders and changemakers
• Anyone passionate about food security and community development
• Individuals who believe business can be a force for good

🍽️ At the Table
 At Stay A While, we believe some of life's greatest lessons are found around the table. Jon reminds us that leadership is not about position—it's about service. His story demonstrates that when we invest in people, meet essential needs, and create opportunities for connection, we build stronger communities and brighter futures. Because sometimes the most meaningful work begins with something as simple—and as powerful—as a meal.

]]>1162business,community,entreprenuership,impact,leadership,nonprofit,oakland,partnershipsfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
Known around the world as The Virtuosa, Deonna has built a career defined by discipline, precision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Competing at the highest levels of professional wrestling, she has earned multiple championships and the respect of fans and peers alike through both her athleticism and authenticity.

But this conversation goes beyond the ring. We talk about confidence, identity, longevity, reinvention, and what it takes to believe in yourself even when the spotlight feels heavy. Deonna opens up about pursuing greatness on her own terms, navigating pressure, and the mindset required to sustain success in a demanding industry.

This episode is for anyone learning how to own their voice, trust their talent, and keep showing up with conviction.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• The discipline and mindset behind elite performance
• Building confidence in highly competitive environments
• Longevity, reinvention, and evolving through every season
• Navigating pressure, criticism, and public expectations
• The power of self-belief and staying authentic
• What women in sports entertainment can teach us about leadership and resilience
• Defining success on your own terms

About Our Guest: 
Deonna Purrazzo is an internationally recognized professional wrestler known as The Virtuosa. Celebrated for her technical mastery and championship career, Deonna has competed across major wrestling organizations and established herself as one of the most skilled performers of her generation. Beyond athletics, she uses her platform to inspire confidence, perseverance, and self-belief—encouraging others to pursue excellence both personally and professionally.

This episode is for:

• Women navigating high-performance environments
• Athletes, entrepreneurs, and creatives pursuing excellence
• Anyone rebuilding confidence or redefining success
• Leaders seeking resilience, discipline, and longevity
• Fans of women’s sports and sports entertainment

🍽️ At the Table:
At Stay A While, we believe strength is built long before the world applauds it. Deonna reminds us that confidence isn’t about perfection—it’s about trusting who you are, continuing to evolve, and refusing to shrink in rooms you were meant to stand tall in. Her story is a powerful reminder that discipline creates freedom, resilience creates longevity, and authenticity creates legacy.

📲 Stay Connected:

• Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, resilience, identity, and legacy
• Share this episode with someone pursuing greatness on their own terms
• Join the conversation online and tag us while you listen or watch

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72211243Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:03 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and stay a while. In this dynamic episode of Stay A While, we welcome Deonna Purrazzo—world-class professional wrestler, champion, and one of the most respected technical performers in women’s sports entertainment. Known around the world...
Known around the world as The Virtuosa, Deonna has built a career defined by discipline, precision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Competing at the highest levels of professional wrestling, she has earned multiple championships and the respect of fans and peers alike through both her athleticism and authenticity.

But this conversation goes beyond the ring. We talk about confidence, identity, longevity, reinvention, and what it takes to believe in yourself even when the spotlight feels heavy. Deonna opens up about pursuing greatness on her own terms, navigating pressure, and the mindset required to sustain success in a demanding industry.

This episode is for anyone learning how to own their voice, trust their talent, and keep showing up with conviction.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• The discipline and mindset behind elite performance
• Building confidence in highly competitive environments
• Longevity, reinvention, and evolving through every season
• Navigating pressure, criticism, and public expectations
• The power of self-belief and staying authentic
• What women in sports entertainment can teach us about leadership and resilience
• Defining success on your own terms

About Our Guest: 
Deonna Purrazzo is an internationally recognized professional wrestler known as The Virtuosa. Celebrated for her technical mastery and championship career, Deonna has competed across major wrestling organizations and established herself as one of the most skilled performers of her generation. Beyond athletics, she uses her platform to inspire confidence, perseverance, and self-belief—encouraging others to pursue excellence both personally and professionally.

This episode is for:

• Women navigating high-performance environments
• Athletes, entrepreneurs, and creatives pursuing excellence
• Anyone rebuilding confidence or redefining success
• Leaders seeking resilience, discipline, and longevity
• Fans of women’s sports and sports entertainment

🍽️ At the Table:
At Stay A While, we believe strength is built long before the world applauds it. Deonna reminds us that confidence isn’t about perfection—it’s about trusting who you are, continuing to evolve, and refusing to shrink in rooms you were meant to stand tall in. Her story is a powerful reminder that discipline creates freedom, resilience creates longevity, and authenticity creates legacy.

📲 Stay Connected:

• Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, resilience, identity, and legacy
• Share this episode with someone pursuing greatness on their own terms
• Join the conversation online and tag us while you listen or watch

]]>1378athlete,confidence,entertainment,entreprenuership,leadership,mindset,sports,women,wrestlingfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
From representing Ghana on the world stage in the FIFA Women's World Cup to leading national initiatives that reimagine sports fields as essential public health infrastructure, Dr. Mimi Nartey’s journey is both inspiring and deeply impactful.

As the Founding President of Playing for Keeps Association, Mimi is building public-private partnerships that create equitable access to high-quality sports and play spaces for underserved communities—proving that where children play matters just as much as where they learn.

This conversation explores leadership, systems change, motherhood, purpose, empowerment, and the transformative power of investing in people and place.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Why sports and play are essential to public health and youth development
• Building equitable communities through infrastructure and belonging
• Transitioning from elite athlete to social entrepreneur and philanthropist
• Leadership lessons from competing on the world stage
• The intersection of science, education, policy, and community impact
• Parenting, identity, and navigating leadership as a woman of influence
• What it means to create legacy-driven work that changes lives

About Our Guest:

Dr. Mimi Nartey is an interdisciplinary scholar, former professional soccer player, philanthropist, and the Founding President of Playing for Keeps Association.

A former member of Ghana’s national women’s soccer team, Mimi represented her country in the FIFA Women's World Cup and earned a silver medal at the African Women’s Cup of Nations.

Her academic and professional work spans public health, climate science, women’s empowerment, youth development, and social innovation. She holds degrees from Columbia University and has lectured at institutions including University of California, Los Angeles, Occidental College, and Loyola Marymount University. 

Through her leadership, storytelling, and advocacy, Mimi continues to champion a future where every child—regardless of zip code—has access to safe, dignified spaces to play, grow, and dream.

Learn more about the ways Dr. Nartey is transforming the play field at Play for Keeps

This episode is for:

• Women leaders and entrepreneurs building purpose-driven work
• Changemakers focused on equity, youth development, and impact
• Parents and community advocates invested in the next generation
• Athletes transitioning into leadership and philanthropy
• Anyone passionate about creating systems that serve people with dignity

At the Table:

At Stay A While, we believe some of the most meaningful conversations happen when vision meets humanity.

Dr. Mimi Nartey reminds us that leadership is not only about achievement—it’s about creating pathways for others to thrive.

Her story is a masterclass in purpose, innovation, and what becomes possible when we invest in communities with intention and care.

Because every child deserves more than survival. They deserve a place to belong.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72177408Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and stay a while. In this powerful and purpose-driven episode of Stay A While, we welcome Dr. Mimi Nartey—an interdisciplinary scholar, former professional athlete, social entrepreneur, philanthropist, and visionary leader whose work is...
From representing Ghana on the world stage in the FIFA Women's World Cup to leading national initiatives that reimagine sports fields as essential public health infrastructure, Dr. Mimi Nartey’s journey is both inspiring and deeply impactful.

As the Founding President of Playing for Keeps Association, Mimi is building public-private partnerships that create equitable access to high-quality sports and play spaces for underserved communities—proving that where children play matters just as much as where they learn.

This conversation explores leadership, systems change, motherhood, purpose, empowerment, and the transformative power of investing in people and place.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Why sports and play are essential to public health and youth development
• Building equitable communities through infrastructure and belonging
• Transitioning from elite athlete to social entrepreneur and philanthropist
• Leadership lessons from competing on the world stage
• The intersection of science, education, policy, and community impact
• Parenting, identity, and navigating leadership as a woman of influence
• What it means to create legacy-driven work that changes lives

About Our Guest:

Dr. Mimi Nartey is an interdisciplinary scholar, former professional soccer player, philanthropist, and the Founding President of Playing for Keeps Association.

A former member of Ghana’s national women’s soccer team, Mimi represented her country in the FIFA Women's World Cup and earned a silver medal at the African Women’s Cup of Nations.

Her academic and professional work spans public health, climate science, women’s empowerment, youth development, and social innovation. She holds degrees from Columbia University and has lectured at institutions including University of California, Los Angeles, Occidental College, and Loyola Marymount University. 

Through her leadership, storytelling, and advocacy, Mimi continues to champion a future where every child—regardless of zip code—has access to safe, dignified spaces to play, grow, and dream.

Learn more about the ways Dr. Nartey is transforming the play field at Play for Keeps

This episode is for:

• Women leaders and entrepreneurs building purpose-driven work
• Changemakers focused on equity, youth development, and impact
• Parents and community advocates invested in the next generation
• Athletes transitioning into leadership and philanthropy
• Anyone passionate about creating systems that serve people with dignity

At the Table:

At Stay A While, we believe some of the most meaningful conversations happen when vision meets humanity.

Dr. Mimi Nartey reminds us that leadership is not only about achievement—it’s about creating pathways for others to thrive.

Her story is a masterclass in purpose, innovation, and what becomes possible when we invest in communities with intention and care.

Because every child deserves more than survival. They deserve a place to belong.

]]>1573community,cup,development,empowerment,entrepreneurs,equity,fifa,health,leaders,leadership,philanthropy,player,podcast,sports,women,world,youthfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
In this powerful episode of Stay A While, we sit down with Leilani Caamal—former collegiate football standout, linebacker for the Golden State Storm, and one of the most decorated players in women’s football.

A 5-time NAIA National Champion with Ottawa Flag Football, Leilani’s story is one of resilience, grit, discipline, and unwavering determination. 

But this conversation goes far beyond football. 

We talk about persevering through injury, the mental fortitude required to compete at an elite level, balancing a full-time career while training full-time, and the steadfast faith in Jesus Christ that continues to anchor her through every challenge and victory. 

This episode is for anyone who has ever had to fight through setbacks while still showing up for the calling on their life.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• The rise and future of women’s football
• What it takes to become a championship-level athlete
• Navigating injury recovery and rebuilding confidence
• Mental toughness, discipline, and perseverance under pressure
• Balancing full-time work with elite athletic training
• Staying grounded through faith and purpose
• The advice Leilani would give her younger self

About Our Guest:

Leilani Caamal Leilani Caamal is a former collegiate football standout and linebacker for the Golden State Storm in the Women's National Football Conference. Known as one of the most dynamic players in the sport, Leilani is a 5-time NAIA National Champion with Ottawa Flag Football and continues to inspire athletes through her resilience, leadership, and relentless work ethic.

Off the field, she balances a demanding professional career while continuing to train and compete at an elite level—demonstrating what true commitment and sacrifice look like in pursuit of greatness.

This episode is for:

• Women athletes and competitors striving for excellence
• Anyone navigating setbacks, injuries, or seasons of rebuilding
• Leaders balancing ambition, discipline, and personal growth
• Young women pursuing dreams in sports and beyond
• Those seeking encouragement to keep going when life gets hard

🍽️ At the Table:

At Stay A While, we believe some of life’s greatest lessons are born in the moments that test us most.

Leilani’s journey reminds us that perseverance isn’t about never falling—it’s about choosing to rise again with courage, conviction, and belief.

Her story is a testament to resilience, sacrifice, and trusting the process even when the outcome isn’t yet visible.

Because sometimes the greatest victories happen long before the scoreboard ever changes.

📲 Stay Connected:

• Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, life, resilience, and legacy
• Share this episode with an athlete or dreamer who needs encouragement
• Join the conversation online and tag us while you listen or watch

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72082322Wed, 20 May 2026 16:29:33 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and stay a while. In this powerful episode of Stay A While, we sit down with Leilani Caamal—former collegiate football standout, linebacker for the Golden State Storm, and one of the most decorated players in women’s football. A 5-time...
In this powerful episode of Stay A While, we sit down with Leilani Caamal—former collegiate football standout, linebacker for the Golden State Storm, and one of the most decorated players in women’s football.

A 5-time NAIA National Champion with Ottawa Flag Football, Leilani’s story is one of resilience, grit, discipline, and unwavering determination. 

But this conversation goes far beyond football. 

We talk about persevering through injury, the mental fortitude required to compete at an elite level, balancing a full-time career while training full-time, and the steadfast faith in Jesus Christ that continues to anchor her through every challenge and victory. 

This episode is for anyone who has ever had to fight through setbacks while still showing up for the calling on their life.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• The rise and future of women’s football
• What it takes to become a championship-level athlete
• Navigating injury recovery and rebuilding confidence
• Mental toughness, discipline, and perseverance under pressure
• Balancing full-time work with elite athletic training
• Staying grounded through faith and purpose
• The advice Leilani would give her younger self

About Our Guest:

Leilani Caamal Leilani Caamal is a former collegiate football standout and linebacker for the Golden State Storm in the Women's National Football Conference. Known as one of the most dynamic players in the sport, Leilani is a 5-time NAIA National Champion with Ottawa Flag Football and continues to inspire athletes through her resilience, leadership, and relentless work ethic.

Off the field, she balances a demanding professional career while continuing to train and compete at an elite level—demonstrating what true commitment and sacrifice look like in pursuit of greatness.

This episode is for:

• Women athletes and competitors striving for excellence
• Anyone navigating setbacks, injuries, or seasons of rebuilding
• Leaders balancing ambition, discipline, and personal growth
• Young women pursuing dreams in sports and beyond
• Those seeking encouragement to keep going when life gets hard

🍽️ At the Table:

At Stay A While, we believe some of life’s greatest lessons are born in the moments that test us most.

Leilani’s journey reminds us that perseverance isn’t about never falling—it’s about choosing to rise again with courage, conviction, and belief.

Her story is a testament to resilience, sacrifice, and trusting the process even when the outcome isn’t yet visible.

Because sometimes the greatest victories happen long before the scoreboard ever changes.

📲 Stay Connected:

• Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, life, resilience, and legacy
• Share this episode with an athlete or dreamer who needs encouragement
• Join the conversation online and tag us while you listen or watch

]]>1085falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transforming-grief-into-purpose-april-simpkins-on-mental-health-healing-and-honest-conversations--71982817
This episode is held with tenderness, intention, and deep respect. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome April Simpkins—Ambassador for National Alliance on Mental Illness, Founder & CEO of Paragon Strategy Partners, and co-author of By the Time You Read This.

April is also the mother of Cheslie Kryst, whose brilliance, compassion, and light impacted so many.

 What follows is not just a conversation—it is a courageous offering.

Through unimaginable loss, April has chosen purpose. With grace and clarity, she shares how she has transformed grief into advocacy—helping families, leaders, and organizations better understand mental illness, remove stigma, and create space for honest, life-affirming conversations.

This episode is for anyone navigating grief… for anyone silently struggling… and for those committed to showing up with greater awareness, compassion, and care.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Transforming personal loss into purpose-driven advocacy
• Understanding the complexity of mental illness and hidden struggles
• How to support loved ones navigating mental health challenges
• The importance of removing stigma and creating safe conversations
• What leaders and organizations must know about mental wellness at work
• Honoring legacy while choosing to move forward with intention

About Our Guest:
April Simpkins April Simpkins is a nationally recognized mental health advocate, Ambassador for National Alliance on Mental Illness, and Founder & CEO of Paragon Strategy Partners.

She is the co-author of By the Time You Read This, a deeply moving and honest account that offers insight into the space between outward strength and internal struggle.

Drawing from her lived experience and her extensive career in human resources, April works to equip organizations, families, and communities with the tools needed to approach mental health with empathy, awareness, and action.

This episode is for:

• Women leaders and professionals navigating high expectations and internal pressure
• Families seeking understanding and connection around mental health
• Organizations committed to building psychologically safe workplaces
• Anyone seeking language, tools, and compassion around grief and healing

🍽️ At the Table:
At Stay A While, we believe there is healing in being seen and heard. April reminds us that behind every smile, there may be a story we cannot see. And in choosing to speak, to listen, and to care—we create space for life-saving connection.

This conversation is an invitation:

To check in.
To reach out.
To hold one another with greater tenderness.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71982817Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:03 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and stay a while. This episode is held with tenderness, intention, and deep respect. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome April Simpkins—Ambassador for National Alliance on Mental Illness, Founder & CEO of Paragon...
This episode is held with tenderness, intention, and deep respect. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome April Simpkins—Ambassador for National Alliance on Mental Illness, Founder & CEO of Paragon Strategy Partners, and co-author of By the Time You Read This.

April is also the mother of Cheslie Kryst, whose brilliance, compassion, and light impacted so many.

 What follows is not just a conversation—it is a courageous offering.

Through unimaginable loss, April has chosen purpose. With grace and clarity, she shares how she has transformed grief into advocacy—helping families, leaders, and organizations better understand mental illness, remove stigma, and create space for honest, life-affirming conversations.

This episode is for anyone navigating grief… for anyone silently struggling… and for those committed to showing up with greater awareness, compassion, and care.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• Transforming personal loss into purpose-driven advocacy
• Understanding the complexity of mental illness and hidden struggles
• How to support loved ones navigating mental health challenges
• The importance of removing stigma and creating safe conversations
• What leaders and organizations must know about mental wellness at work
• Honoring legacy while choosing to move forward with intention

About Our Guest:
April Simpkins April Simpkins is a nationally recognized mental health advocate, Ambassador for National Alliance on Mental Illness, and Founder & CEO of Paragon Strategy Partners.

She is the co-author of By the Time You Read This, a deeply moving and honest account that offers insight into the space between outward strength and internal struggle.

Drawing from her lived experience and her extensive career in human resources, April works to equip organizations, families, and communities with the tools needed to approach mental health with empathy, awareness, and action.

This episode is for:

• Women leaders and professionals navigating high expectations and internal pressure
• Families seeking understanding and connection around mental health
• Organizations committed to building psychologically safe workplaces
• Anyone seeking language, tools, and compassion around grief and healing

🍽️ At the Table:
At Stay A While, we believe there is healing in being seen and heard. April reminds us that behind every smile, there may be a story we cannot see. And in choosing to speak, to listen, and to care—we create space for life-saving connection.

This conversation is an invitation:

To check in.
To reach out.
To hold one another with greater tenderness.

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]]>1795falsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
From the hardwood to the global stage, Laneah’s journey is one of discipline, resilience, and bold vision. A former collegiate basketball player turned elite flag football athlete, she now represents Team USA—and is part of a historic movement as flag football prepares to make its Olympic debut at 2028 Summer Olympics.
But her story doesn’t stop on the field.

Laneah is also the founder of GOAT Roofing & Construction, proving that leadership isn’t confined to one lane—it’s built through courage, consistency, and ownership. This conversation is for every woman building something—on the field, in business, or within herself.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• The rise of women’s flag football and what it means for the Olympics
• Laneah’s journey from college basketball to world champion defensive back
• What it takes to perform at an elite level as an Under Armour athlete
• Building a business while competing professionally as a female athlete
• The mindset behind being a lockdown defender—on and off the field
• Legacy, identity, and the words she would share with her younger self

This episode is for:

• Women athletes and entrepreneurs chasing excellence
• Leaders navigating multiple identities and ambitions
• Young women seeking confidence, clarity, and direction
• Anyone inspired by discipline, faith, and building legacy in real time

🍽️ At the Table: At Stay A While, we believe every journey has a seat at the table. Laneah reminds us that greatness isn’t accidental—it’s built in the quiet moments, the unseen work, and the decision to keep showing up when it matters most. Whether she’s locking down opponents on the field or building her business from the ground up, her story is a masterclass in focus, faith, and fearless execution.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71879709Wed, 06 May 2026 10:15:45 +0000Tommi A. VincentTake a seat… and Stay A While. In this powerful and inspiring episode of Stay A While, we welcome Laneah Bryan—a world champion athlete, entrepreneur, and trailblazer helping redefine the future of women’s sports. From the hardwood to the global...
From the hardwood to the global stage, Laneah’s journey is one of discipline, resilience, and bold vision. A former collegiate basketball player turned elite flag football athlete, she now represents Team USA—and is part of a historic movement as flag football prepares to make its Olympic debut at 2028 Summer Olympics.
But her story doesn’t stop on the field.

Laneah is also the founder of GOAT Roofing & Construction, proving that leadership isn’t confined to one lane—it’s built through courage, consistency, and ownership. This conversation is for every woman building something—on the field, in business, or within herself.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• The rise of women’s flag football and what it means for the Olympics
• Laneah’s journey from college basketball to world champion defensive back
• What it takes to perform at an elite level as an Under Armour athlete
• Building a business while competing professionally as a female athlete
• The mindset behind being a lockdown defender—on and off the field
• Legacy, identity, and the words she would share with her younger self

This episode is for:

• Women athletes and entrepreneurs chasing excellence
• Leaders navigating multiple identities and ambitions
• Young women seeking confidence, clarity, and direction
• Anyone inspired by discipline, faith, and building legacy in real time

🍽️ At the Table: At Stay A While, we believe every journey has a seat at the table. Laneah reminds us that greatness isn’t accidental—it’s built in the quiet moments, the unseen work, and the decision to keep showing up when it matters most. Whether she’s locking down opponents on the field or building her business from the ground up, her story is a masterclass in focus, faith, and fearless execution.

]]>12272028,armour,athlete,athletes,bryan,business,entrepreneurship,female,flag,football,laneah,leadership,olympics,owners,sports,team,under,usa,womenfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
Football may be his profession, but community impact is his legacy.

Damar shares the heart behind launching the Chasing M’s Foundation in 2020, a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping young people pursue their dreams safely, confidently, and with the support they deserve. Following his widely witnessed on-field medical emergency during the Monday Night Football game in 2023, Damar’s story became a global moment of unity, prayer, and perspective.

Today, he continues to turn that moment into movement.

Through life-saving initiatives, youth development programs, and intentional community investment, Damar is redefining what it means to lead—with purpose, humility, and impact that reaches far beyond the game.

In this episode, we explore:

• The role of faith in navigating life’s most uncertain moments
• What resilience looks like in real time—not just in hindsight
• How Damar transformed a personal health crisis into a platform for purpose
• The vision and impact of the Chasing M’s Foundation
• Why legacy is built off the field, one life at a time

This conversation is a reminder that while titles may define what we do, it’s our service that defines who we are.

Take a seat and stay a while.

Learn more about Chasing M's Foundation at https://www.chasingmsfoundation.org/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71532439Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this powerful episode of Stay A While, we sit down with Damar Hamlin—safety for the Buffalo Bills and founder of the Chasing M’s Foundation—for a conversation grounded in faith, resilience, and gratitude. Football may be his profession, but...
Football may be his profession, but community impact is his legacy.

Damar shares the heart behind launching the Chasing M’s Foundation in 2020, a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping young people pursue their dreams safely, confidently, and with the support they deserve. Following his widely witnessed on-field medical emergency during the Monday Night Football game in 2023, Damar’s story became a global moment of unity, prayer, and perspective.

Today, he continues to turn that moment into movement.

Through life-saving initiatives, youth development programs, and intentional community investment, Damar is redefining what it means to lead—with purpose, humility, and impact that reaches far beyond the game.

In this episode, we explore:

• The role of faith in navigating life’s most uncertain moments
• What resilience looks like in real time—not just in hindsight
• How Damar transformed a personal health crisis into a platform for purpose
• The vision and impact of the Chasing M’s Foundation
• Why legacy is built off the field, one life at a time

This conversation is a reminder that while titles may define what we do, it’s our service that defines who we are.

Take a seat and stay a while.

Learn more about Chasing M's Foundation at https://www.chasingmsfoundation.org/]]>850athlete,bills,buffalo,chasing,community,damar,faith,foundation,hamlin,impact,interview,m’s,nfl,perseverance,player,podcast,resilience,safety,storyfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast
In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Why your personal story is your most powerful leadership tool
• How to communicate with clarity in high-stakes rooms
• The connection between storytelling and building strategic partnerships
• What holds people back from sharing their truth—and how to move through it
• How mission-driven organizations can use narrative to deepen impact
• The art of designing programs and experiences that truly transform lives
• What it means to “stay a while” in your own voice and presence

At the Table Takeaway: Your story is not just something you tell—it’s something you embody. When you learn to articulate it with clarity and intention, doors open, people listen, and impact multiplies.

Connect with Ty Spells:

• Learn more about her work in storytelling, partnership strategy, and program design
• Follow her for insights on leadership, narrative, and impact-driven communication

www.TySpells.com

Stay A While Reflection: Where in your life are you being invited to speak up, share more, or tell the story you’ve been holding back? Take a seat. Stay a while. Your voice matters here.

Connect with Tommi V at www.TommiV.com


]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71327689Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:03 +0000Tommi A. VincentWhat if the story you’ve been sitting on is the very thing that unlocks your next level? In this powerful episode of Stay A While, we gather at the table with storytelling and personal narrative coach Ty Spells—a trusted guide for leaders,...
In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Why your personal story is your most powerful leadership tool
• How to communicate with clarity in high-stakes rooms
• The connection between storytelling and building strategic partnerships
• What holds people back from sharing their truth—and how to move through it
• How mission-driven organizations can use narrative to deepen impact
• The art of designing programs and experiences that truly transform lives
• What it means to “stay a while” in your own voice and presence

At the Table Takeaway: Your story is not just something you tell—it’s something you embody. When you learn to articulate it with clarity and intention, doors open, people listen, and impact multiplies.

Connect with Ty Spells:

• Learn more about her work in storytelling, partnership strategy, and program design
• Follow her for insights on leadership, narrative, and impact-driven communication

www.TySpells.com

Stay A While Reflection: Where in your life are you being invited to speak up, share more, or tell the story you’ve been holding back? Take a seat. Stay a while. Your voice matters here.

Connect with Tommi V at www.TommiV.com


]]>1394business,communication,entrepreneurs,entrepreneurship,leadership,partnerships,purpose,storytelling,transformation,womenfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast

• What it really means to be proud of your beginnings
• The “ingredients” every woman needs to build something that lasts
• How to stay grounded when the pressure rises
• Why “staying a while” in your own life is a radical act of presence
• And how community, especially in a city like San Francisco, shapes leadership and responsibility

This is a conversation about building, becoming, and belonging—and why the journey matters just as much as the destination.

🔑 Key Takeaways 🌱 Honor Your Beginning
Julia reflects on starting Eventbrite at 25 with curiosity and courage. Her message? You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin—you just need to start.

⏳ Timing Is Not a Race
For women building quietly: trust your pace. Meaningful work often grows slowly, beneath the surface, before the world ever sees it.

🧭 Stay Present Under Pressure
High-stakes moments don’t require you to become someone else. They ask you to become more of yourself—grounded, clear, and anchored.

💛 “Stay A While” in Your Own Life
Julia shares how presence—not productivity—is the real measure of a full life. Staying a while means not rushing past the very moments you’re working so hard to create.

🏙️ Community Is Leadership
Calling San Francisco home has shaped Julia’s understanding of responsibility. True leadership isn’t just about building companies—it’s about building communities.

🎧 Why You Should Listen If you are:

• Building something meaningful (even if no one sees it yet)
• Navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or transition
• Seeking clarity, patience, or reassurance in your journey
• Or simply craving a grounded, honest conversation about success

This episode will meet you right where you are—and invite you to take a seat, breathe, and stay a while.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71168576Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentWhat does it take to build something meaningful—and stay grounded while doing it? In this powerful episode of Stay A While, we sit down with Julia Hartz, co-founder of Eventbrite, to explore the mindset, courage, and quiet conviction required to turn...

• What it really means to be proud of your beginnings
• The “ingredients” every woman needs to build something that lasts
• How to stay grounded when the pressure rises
• Why “staying a while” in your own life is a radical act of presence
• And how community, especially in a city like San Francisco, shapes leadership and responsibility

This is a conversation about building, becoming, and belonging—and why the journey matters just as much as the destination.

🔑 Key Takeaways 🌱 Honor Your Beginning
Julia reflects on starting Eventbrite at 25 with curiosity and courage. Her message? You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin—you just need to start.

⏳ Timing Is Not a Race
For women building quietly: trust your pace. Meaningful work often grows slowly, beneath the surface, before the world ever sees it.

🧭 Stay Present Under Pressure
High-stakes moments don’t require you to become someone else. They ask you to become more of yourself—grounded, clear, and anchored.

💛 “Stay A While” in Your Own Life
Julia shares how presence—not productivity—is the real measure of a full life. Staying a while means not rushing past the very moments you’re working so hard to create.

🏙️ Community Is Leadership
Calling San Francisco home has shaped Julia’s understanding of responsibility. True leadership isn’t just about building companies—it’s about building communities.

🎧 Why You Should Listen If you are:

• Building something meaningful (even if no one sees it yet)
• Navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or transition
• Seeking clarity, patience, or reassurance in your journey
• Or simply craving a grounded, honest conversation about success

This episode will meet you right where you are—and invite you to take a seat, breathe, and stay a while.]]>1704advice,building,business,entrepreneurs,eventbrite,founder,hartz,interview,journey,julia,leadership,podcast,presence,startup,story,woman,womenfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcastMizpah Brown-Rich, CEO and Co-Founder of Joshua’s Gift, Inc., a nonprofit born from love, advocacy, and a mother’s unwavering commitment to her son Joshua with autism. This is more than a conversation—it’s a call to lead with compassion, to turn everything into purpose, and to create spaces where every voice is seen, heard, and valued. For every woman navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or advocacy—especially those building something meaningful from lived experience—this episode will meet you right where you are.

  In This Episode, We Explore:

• How Mizpah transformed a personal journey into a global mission of impact
• Building a nonprofit organization that centers inclusion, belonging, and community
• The realities of raising a child with autism and navigating systems not built for you
• The creation of CODE JOSHUA, a groundbreaking initiative educating first responders
• What it means to advocate for your child while becoming a voice for so many others
• How women leaders can turn lived experiences into purpose-driven leadership and entrepreneurship

About Our Guest: Mizpah Brown-Rich Mizpah Brown-Rich is the CEO and Co-Founder of Joshua’s Gift, Inc., an organization inspired by her son Joshua and dedicated to supporting families affected by autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Since its founding in 2017, Joshua’s Gift has created inclusive spaces for families, provided financial and emotional support, and fostered meaningful community connections. Mizpah’s advocacy extends internationally to her native Bahamas, where she leads initiatives that provide critical resources, sensory-friendly support, and opportunities for rest and restoration for families. Following a life-altering incident involving her son, Mizpah launched CODE JOSHUA—a social justice initiative and safety alert system designed to equip first responders with the awareness and tools needed to safely engage individuals with autism and IDD. Her work is a testament to what happens when love meets leadership—and when one woman decides that no family should walk their journey alone. 

 Who This Episode Is For: 

• Women leaders building purpose-driven organizations
• Entrepreneurs turning personal stories into impact
• Mothers, caregivers, and advocates navigating complex systems
• Women seeking to be seen, heard, and lead with authenticity
• Anyone passionate about inclusion, equity, and social change

🍽️ At the Table: At Stay A While, we believe every story has a seat at the table. Mizpah reminds us that leadership isn’t always born in boardrooms—it’s often shaped in life’s most tender and challenging moments. And when we choose to share those stories, we create pathways for healing, awareness, and change. Because when we nourish ourselves and stand in our truth, we make room for others to do the same. 

  Stay Connected:

• Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, life, and legacy
• Share this episode with a woman who is building something meaningful
• Join the conversation and tag us—your voice matters here

Take a seat. Stay a while. There is power in your story—and purpose in your voice. ✨




























]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71032976Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent Take a seat… and stay a while. In this powerful and purpose-filled episode of Stay A While, we gather around the table with Mizpah Brown-Rich, CEO and Co-Founder of Joshua’s Gift, Inc., a nonprofit born from love, advocacy, and a mother’s unwavering...Mizpah Brown-Rich, CEO and Co-Founder of Joshua’s Gift, Inc., a nonprofit born from love, advocacy, and a mother’s unwavering commitment to her son Joshua with autism. This is more than a conversation—it’s a call to lead with compassion, to turn everything into purpose, and to create spaces where every voice is seen, heard, and valued. For every woman navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or advocacy—especially those building something meaningful from lived experience—this episode will meet you right where you are.

  In This Episode, We Explore:

• How Mizpah transformed a personal journey into a global mission of impact
• Building a nonprofit organization that centers inclusion, belonging, and community
• The realities of raising a child with autism and navigating systems not built for you
• The creation of CODE JOSHUA, a groundbreaking initiative educating first responders
• What it means to advocate for your child while becoming a voice for so many others
• How women leaders can turn lived experiences into purpose-driven leadership and entrepreneurship

About Our Guest: Mizpah Brown-Rich Mizpah Brown-Rich is the CEO and Co-Founder of Joshua’s Gift, Inc., an organization inspired by her son Joshua and dedicated to supporting families affected by autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Since its founding in 2017, Joshua’s Gift has created inclusive spaces for families, provided financial and emotional support, and fostered meaningful community connections. Mizpah’s advocacy extends internationally to her native Bahamas, where she leads initiatives that provide critical resources, sensory-friendly support, and opportunities for rest and restoration for families. Following a life-altering incident involving her son, Mizpah launched CODE JOSHUA—a social justice initiative and safety alert system designed to equip first responders with the awareness and tools needed to safely engage individuals with autism and IDD. Her work is a testament to what happens when love meets leadership—and when one woman decides that no family should walk their journey alone. 

 Who This Episode Is For: 

• Women leaders building purpose-driven organizations
• Entrepreneurs turning personal stories into impact
• Mothers, caregivers, and advocates navigating complex systems
• Women seeking to be seen, heard, and lead with authenticity
• Anyone passionate about inclusion, equity, and social change

🍽️ At the Table: At Stay A While, we believe every story has a seat at the table. Mizpah reminds us that leadership isn’t always born in boardrooms—it’s often shaped in life’s most tender and challenging moments. And when we choose to share those stories, we create pathways for healing, awareness, and change. Because when we nourish ourselves and stand in our truth, we make room for others to do the same. 

  Stay Connected:

• Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, life, and legacy
• Share this episode with a woman who is building something meaningful
• Join the conversation and tag us—your voice matters here

Take a seat. Stay a while. There is power in your story—and purpose in your voice. ✨




























]]>2419advocacy,autism,awareness,business,developmental,entrepreneurs,families,inclusive,intellectual,leaders,leadership,nonprofit,podcast,purpose-driven,support,womenfalsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcasthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/70862277Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:50:04 +0000Tommi A. Vincent1084leadership,nfl,raiders,sports,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/galvanized-at-the-super-bowl-sisterhood-in-sports-media-laura-okmin-the-galvanize-team--64672083
Guests: Laura Okmin, GALvanize Founder
Brittnee Brooks, GALvanize Social Media
Tamara Brown, GALvanize Reporter
Paityn Tabor, GALvanize Empowership
Amanda & Brittany van Frankfoort, GALvanize Producers

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Guests: Laura Okmin, GALvanize Founder
Brittnee Brooks, GALvanize Social Media
Tamara Brown, GALvanize Reporter
Paityn Tabor, GALvanize Empowership
Amanda & Brittany van Frankfoort, GALvanize Producers

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Guest: Mea Boykins

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64672044Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:00:08 +0000Tommi A. VincentMea Boykins is a global entrepreneur making a bold move to Nigeria. In this episode, she shares how her international education and business ventures led her to a life of impact across continents. From studying at Spelman College to building...
Guest: Mea Boykins

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Guest: Alex Ebanks

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Guest: Alex Ebanks

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>880falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mama-bears-of-sports-protecting-legacy-and-future-arielle-comer--64672071
Guest: Arielle Comer

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Guest: Arielle Comer

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Guest: Dr. K. Renee Horton

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64672081Wed, 14 May 2025 12:00:07 +0000Tommi A. VincentDr. K. Renee Horton is breaking barriers in the world of physics and inspiring the next generation of Black women in STEM. In this empowering episode of Stay A While, host Tommi Vincent sits down with Dr. Horton to discuss her journey from childhood...
Guest: Dr. K. Renee Horton

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Guest: Christina M. Francis

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Guest: Anjelika Perry

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Guest: Anjelika Perry

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Guest: Rebecca Crews

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Guest: Rebecca Crews

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Guest: Ben McLeish & Sarah Parks

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64672043Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:08 +0000Tommi A. VincentRecorded live on Radio Row at Super Bowl 59, this powerful episode of Stay A While with host Tommi Vincent features an eye-opening conversation with Ben McLeish, Chick-fil-A leader and advocate for food repurposing, and Sarah Parks, Executive Director...
Guest: Ben McLeish & Sarah Parks

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Guest: Tamela Gill Davis

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Guest: Tamela Gill Davis

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Guest: Dan Gillison

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Guest: Dan Gillison

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Guest: Haley Hunt

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64672082Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:00:08 +0000Tommi A. VincentLove is a verb, and Haley Hunt is putting that belief into action. As the founder of The Verb Kind, she works to bring hope and encouragement to incarcerated youth. In this episode, recorded live at Super Bowl 59, Haley shares with host Tommi Vincent...
Guest: Haley Hunt

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Guest: Swin Cash

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Guest: Swin Cash

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>1251falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/racing-to-success-breaking-barriers-in-nascar-latasha-causey--64672073Powered by The House of Joy  Live from Super Bowl 59’s Radio Row, LaTasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Tommi Vincent for an inspiring conversation on leadership, balance, and breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. She shares how prioritization, delegation, and embracing authenticity have shaped her journey, along with the lessons she’s learned about trusting her team and making space for herself. LaTasha also reflects on the importance of creating inclusive spaces, empowering the next generation, and showing up fully as yourself in every room you enter.

Guest: LaTasha Causey

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64672073Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:00:07 +0000Tommi A. VincentPowered by The House of Joy  Live from Super Bowl 59’s Radio Row, LaTasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Tommi Vincent for an inspiring conversation on leadership, balance, and breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. She...Powered by The House of Joy  Live from Super Bowl 59’s Radio Row, LaTasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Tommi Vincent for an inspiring conversation on leadership, balance, and breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. She shares how prioritization, delegation, and embracing authenticity have shaped her journey, along with the lessons she’s learned about trusting her team and making space for herself. LaTasha also reflects on the importance of creating inclusive spaces, empowering the next generation, and showing up fully as yourself in every room you enter.

Guest: LaTasha Causey

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Guest: Constance Schwartz-Morini

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Guest: Constance Schwartz-Morini

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Guest: Sharisse Kimbro

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Guest: Sharisse Kimbro

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Guest: Laura Okmin

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Guest: Laura Okmin

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Guest: Angela Ellis

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Guest: Angela Ellis

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Guest: Tina Ruffin

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Guest: Tina Ruffin

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>3133truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dominique-burroughs-a-journey-through-creativity-media--62467587In this episode of the Stay Awhile podcast, Emmy-nominated Dominique Burroughs, Executive Producer of Hot Ones, shares her journey from journalism to digital media. She reflects on how her role is like driving a bus, guiding the creative process, and how success is defined by the joy her work brings others. Dominique also talks about the challenges women face in media, the importance of networking, and how travel and food have played healing roles in her life, along with her sister Jade’s influence on her career.

Guest: Domonique Burroughs

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Guest: Domonique Burroughs

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>2429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacqie-mcwilliams-parker-a-journey-through-advocacy-legacy--62467585
Guest: Jacqie McWilliams Parker

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Guest: Jacqie McWilliams Parker

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>2989falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kelly-mehrtens-a-journey-through-elevating-women-in-sports--61983461
Guest: Kelly Mehrtens @klandrymehrtens

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61983461Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this episode, Kelly Mehrtens, Sports & Entertainment Executive, dives into her rich background in sports and education, sharing her journey as a competitive athlete and leader. She discusses the progress of women in sports, the importance of...
Guest: Kelly Mehrtens @klandrymehrtens

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Guest: Tracy Wright @HBCUendzone

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61983463Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this inspiring episode of Stay A While, host Tommi Vincent sits down with Tracy Wright, the dynamic founder and CEO of HBCU Endzone. Tracy shares her passion for giving back to historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) through her...
Guest: Tracy Wright @HBCUendzone

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Guest: Jamie Miller @bad_mmama 

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61983462Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this episode of "Stay A While," host Tommi Vincent interviews Jamie Miller, founder of Veracity Self Defense and MMA champion. Jamie shares her powerful journey of overcoming domestic violence and using her experiences to empower women. They also...
Guest: Jamie Miller @bad_mmama 

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Guest: Kesha "Smitty" Smith @smitty_the_dreamer S.M.O.O.O.T.H. Inc @smoooth_dv

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61983464Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this episode of "Stay A While," host Tommi Vincent interviews Kesha "Smitty" Smith, co-owner of the Houston Mambas, a professional tackle football team in the Women's National Football Conference. Smitty shares her journey from South Carolina to...
Guest: Kesha "Smitty" Smith @smitty_the_dreamer S.M.O.O.O.T.H. Inc @smoooth_dv

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Guest: Amy Trask. X: @amytrask IG: @officialamytrask LINKED IN

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61982835Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this episode, NFL legend and CBS Sports analyst Amy Trask shares her playbook for success. Learn how she broke barriers as the league's first female front office executive, and discover her insights on leadership, teamwork, and overcoming...
Guest: Amy Trask. X: @amytrask IG: @officialamytrask LINKED IN

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Guest: Precious L. Williams @perfectpitchgroup

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61834363Wed, 18 Sep 2024 12:00:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentIn this powerful episode, host Tommi Vincent sits down with Precious L. Williams, the dynamic CEO of Perfect Pitch Group, known widely as the #KillerPitchMaster. Precious shares her incredible journey of resilience, self-belief, and overcoming...
Guest: Precious L. Williams @perfectpitchgroup

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Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>2830falsefullhttp://www.TommiV.com/podcast"Your job can’t be you’re trying to find purpose, because you need purpose…" - Mori Taheripour

There are many paths to reach a destination. Trusting your process will point you in the right direction is key to ultimately getting there.

Mori Taheripour, negotiation expert, author, speaker, and advisor joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• How Mori started working sports.
• Mori’s love for sports and its unification powers.
• Mori shares how purposeful and fulfilling her work is, and enlightens us on purpose, evolving as we open our hearts to the journey.

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Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Mori Taheripour / https://www.moritaheripour.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56567566Wed, 23 Aug 2023 17:16:25 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Your job can’t be you’re trying to find purpose, because you need purpose…" - Mori Taheripour There are many paths to reach a destination. Trusting your process will point you in the right direction is key to ultimately getting there. Mori..."Your job can’t be you’re trying to find purpose, because you need purpose…" - Mori Taheripour

There are many paths to reach a destination. Trusting your process will point you in the right direction is key to ultimately getting there.

Mori Taheripour, negotiation expert, author, speaker, and advisor joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• How Mori started working sports.
• Mori’s love for sports and its unification powers.
• Mori shares how purposeful and fulfilling her work is, and enlightens us on purpose, evolving as we open our hearts to the journey.

Watch Stay A While Podcast on YouTube

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Mori Taheripour / https://www.moritaheripour.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>1517falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"Longevity is everything." - Erika Kegler

Sports have the power to transport you around the globe. Today’s guest is impacting the professional world of tennis and developing the athletes who play the game.

Erika Kegler, Director of Player Development, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Erika’s role and responsibilities at ATP.
• What professional development programs entail for young professional tennis players.
• Erika shares how her love of sports ultimately led her to professional tennis.
• Connecting to sports with her father, and how she continues their bond at special sporting events.
• The most rewarding aspect of Erika’s work at ATP.
• Resilience in the journey.
• Erika the woman.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Erika Kegler
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56407128Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:00:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Longevity is everything." - Erika Kegler Sports have the power to transport you around the globe. Today’s guest is impacting the professional world of tennis and developing the athletes who play the game. Erika Kegler, Director of Player..."Longevity is everything." - Erika Kegler

Sports have the power to transport you around the globe. Today’s guest is impacting the professional world of tennis and developing the athletes who play the game.

Erika Kegler, Director of Player Development, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Erika’s role and responsibilities at ATP.
• What professional development programs entail for young professional tennis players.
• Erika shares how her love of sports ultimately led her to professional tennis.
• Connecting to sports with her father, and how she continues their bond at special sporting events.
• The most rewarding aspect of Erika’s work at ATP.
• Resilience in the journey.
• Erika the woman.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Erika Kegler
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>1024falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"Everybody's life has value and purpose." - Whitney A. Jackson

Everyone has something positive to contribute to the community. We are all sisters and brothers in the human family. The more we know about each other, the better we know how to show up for one another. Today’s guest is showing up for women and children through Warrick Dunn Charities Inc.

Whitney A. Jackson, Warrick Dunn Charities Inc. Executive Director, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Warrick Dunn Charities Homes for the Holidays flagship program, in honor of Betty Smothers, Warrick’s mother.
• Whitney’s 20 years of impactful work in the community with a focus on women and children.
• Creating a family culture of giving back to the community.
• Warrick Dunn Charities’s partnership with affordable housing programs.
• The magic of transforming the awardees' house into a home.
• Whitney’s greatest memory of presenting a mother with her new home.
• Who is Whitney A. Jackson?
• Whitney shares words of wisdom for people considering careers in non profit mission driven work.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest:Whitney A. Jackson
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56158266Wed, 26 Jul 2023 09:00:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Everybody's life has value and purpose." - Whitney A. Jackson Everyone has something positive to contribute to the community. We are all sisters and brothers in the human family. The more we know about each other, the better we know how to show up..."Everybody's life has value and purpose." - Whitney A. Jackson

Everyone has something positive to contribute to the community. We are all sisters and brothers in the human family. The more we know about each other, the better we know how to show up for one another. Today’s guest is showing up for women and children through Warrick Dunn Charities Inc.

Whitney A. Jackson, Warrick Dunn Charities Inc. Executive Director, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Warrick Dunn Charities Homes for the Holidays flagship program, in honor of Betty Smothers, Warrick’s mother.
• Whitney’s 20 years of impactful work in the community with a focus on women and children.
• Creating a family culture of giving back to the community.
• Warrick Dunn Charities’s partnership with affordable housing programs.
• The magic of transforming the awardees' house into a home.
• Whitney’s greatest memory of presenting a mother with her new home.
• Who is Whitney A. Jackson?
• Whitney shares words of wisdom for people considering careers in non profit mission driven work.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest:Whitney A. Jackson
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>1413falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"Your success in one space can transfer over to another space, regardless of what it is." - Leslie Satchell

In due time the student has the opportunity to become the teacher. Today’s guest was a scholar track athlete at UVA and a third grade teacher. Now she is coaching and providing professional development to the next class of executives and coaches in professional sports. Leslie Satchell takes us to school on how to transfer one success to the next.

Leslie Satchell, CEO and Founder of Stretch, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• What Leslie does in the world of sports.
• How athletic skills and discipline transfer outside of sports.
• Leslie shares how her unique experience of working with the NFLPA and NFL has made her a unicorn in the space of equipping players who desire to transition to an executive.
• The value of institutional knowledge and the currency of relationships.
• The importance of cultivating all relationships as you move through your career.
• What’s next for Leslie.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Leslie Satchell
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56066810Wed, 12 Jul 2023 08:45:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Your success in one space can transfer over to another space, regardless of what it is." - Leslie Satchell In due time the student has the opportunity to become the teacher. Today’s guest was a scholar track athlete at UVA and a third grade teacher...."Your success in one space can transfer over to another space, regardless of what it is." - Leslie Satchell

In due time the student has the opportunity to become the teacher. Today’s guest was a scholar track athlete at UVA and a third grade teacher. Now she is coaching and providing professional development to the next class of executives and coaches in professional sports. Leslie Satchell takes us to school on how to transfer one success to the next.

Leslie Satchell, CEO and Founder of Stretch, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• What Leslie does in the world of sports.
• How athletic skills and discipline transfer outside of sports.
• Leslie shares how her unique experience of working with the NFLPA and NFL has made her a unicorn in the space of equipping players who desire to transition to an executive.
• The value of institutional knowledge and the currency of relationships.
• The importance of cultivating all relationships as you move through your career.
• What’s next for Leslie.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Leslie Satchell
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>804falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"The athletes who are successful after the game are the ones who took authority when they were in the game ." - Tamara Washington

Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The key is applying the lessons learned along the way. Working with professional athletes and entertainers comes with many rewards and challenges. Today’s guest has acquired many lessons in her career as sports publicist and manager.

Tamara Washington, Founder and Executive Consultant at Boom Media and Image Consulting , joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Being intentional for others while ensuring the proper measure of intentionality is applied to you.
• Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The lessons Tamara has learned.
• Other streams of revenue Tamara activated as she built her roster of clients.
• How Tamara transferred her knowledge as a television producer to her public relations business.
• The opportunities available for women on the business side of sports.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Tamara Washington
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55300899Wed, 28 Jun 2023 08:45:01 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"The athletes who are successful after the game are the ones who took authority when they were in the game ." - Tamara Washington Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The key is applying the lessons learned along the way. Working with professional..."The athletes who are successful after the game are the ones who took authority when they were in the game ." - Tamara Washington

Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The key is applying the lessons learned along the way. Working with professional athletes and entertainers comes with many rewards and challenges. Today’s guest has acquired many lessons in her career as sports publicist and manager.

Tamara Washington, Founder and Executive Consultant at Boom Media and Image Consulting , joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Being intentional for others while ensuring the proper measure of intentionality is applied to you.
• Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The lessons Tamara has learned.
• Other streams of revenue Tamara activated as she built her roster of clients.
• How Tamara transferred her knowledge as a television producer to her public relations business.
• The opportunities available for women on the business side of sports.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Tamara Washington
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>1919falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"Dont't put women in a box." - Odessa Jenkins

People talk about embracing the process. How many realize the process is where your dream unfolds before your eyes? The key is remaining committed even when the odds are stacked up against you. Today’s guest has a champion heart. She is committed to winning against all odds.

Odessa Jenkins, Founder of Women’s National Football Conference, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Who is Odessa?
• Birthing the Women’s National Football Conference.
• How to make strides in getting women playing tackle football compensated.
• OJ’s proven success.
• Being a disruptor to generate change that benefits all.
• When you’re the first, looking for comparison is second nature. Removing the comparison so women can simply shine.
• How Odessa desires for her children to see her.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Odessa Jenkins
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54360595Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:07:53 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Dont't put women in a box." - Odessa Jenkins People talk about embracing the process. How many realize the process is where your dream unfolds before your eyes? The key is remaining committed even when the odds are stacked up against you. Today’s..."Dont't put women in a box." - Odessa Jenkins

People talk about embracing the process. How many realize the process is where your dream unfolds before your eyes? The key is remaining committed even when the odds are stacked up against you. Today’s guest has a champion heart. She is committed to winning against all odds.

Odessa Jenkins, Founder of Women’s National Football Conference, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Who is Odessa?
• Birthing the Women’s National Football Conference.
• How to make strides in getting women playing tackle football compensated.
• OJ’s proven success.
• Being a disruptor to generate change that benefits all.
• When you’re the first, looking for comparison is second nature. Removing the comparison so women can simply shine.
• How Odessa desires for her children to see her.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Odessa Jenkins
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>1467football,sports,sportstalk,women,womeninsportsfalsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"Fit out, don’t fit in!" - Alvina Alston

Imagine setting up your office in a bathroom stall. Today’s guest was determined to walk into her calling to assist others in telling their stories. Alvina Alston has represented clients across all sports and entertainment. She is a builder of people. Alvina takes us to class on remaining true to who you are and humors us with her vibrant storytelling.

Alvina Alston, CEO at More Media Hits L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Everything does not have to look perfect for you to step into your calling.
• Don’t talk yourself out of pursuing a purpose. Your gift is your qualifier.
• Being proud of who you are.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Alvina Alston / @moremediahits / https://moremediahits.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54067294Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:09:48 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Fit out, don’t fit in!" - Alvina Alston Imagine setting up your office in a bathroom stall. Today’s guest was determined to walk into her calling to assist others in telling their stories. Alvina Alston has represented clients across all sports and..."Fit out, don’t fit in!" - Alvina Alston

Imagine setting up your office in a bathroom stall. Today’s guest was determined to walk into her calling to assist others in telling their stories. Alvina Alston has represented clients across all sports and entertainment. She is a builder of people. Alvina takes us to class on remaining true to who you are and humors us with her vibrant storytelling.

Alvina Alston, CEO at More Media Hits L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Everything does not have to look perfect for you to step into your calling.
• Don’t talk yourself out of pursuing a purpose. Your gift is your qualifier.
• Being proud of who you are.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Alvina Alston / @moremediahits / https://moremediahits.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>1294falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcasthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/53898975Wed, 17 May 2023 16:00:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent808falsefullhttps://tommiv.com/podcast"You find your passion, you find your people." - Nausicaa Dell’Orto

Choosing how to live a life fulfilled comes at a price. You are worth every cent. Even when your dream requires going against the expectations of others. Your courage may be the fuel to ignite the reality for generations to come. Today’s guest knows all about this!

Nausicaa Dell’Orto, American Football Player, Captain of Italian National Team, Producer, and Forbes Italia 30 under 30, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Expansion of Milan Italy's premiere flag football league.
• Being Yourself and finding your own space.
• Nausicaa’s work at DAZN as a producer, storytelling through documentaries.
• Why it is important for athletes to explore passions outside of their sport.
• Humanizing professional athletes.
• What’s next for Nausicaa.

Watch on YouTube

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Nausicaa Dell’Orto
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53652931Wed, 03 May 2023 08:00:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"You find your passion, you find your people." - Nausicaa Dell’Orto Choosing how to live a life fulfilled comes at a price. You are worth every cent. Even when your dream requires going against the expectations of others. Your courage may be the fuel..."You find your passion, you find your people." - Nausicaa Dell’Orto

Choosing how to live a life fulfilled comes at a price. You are worth every cent. Even when your dream requires going against the expectations of others. Your courage may be the fuel to ignite the reality for generations to come. Today’s guest knows all about this!

Nausicaa Dell’Orto, American Football Player, Captain of Italian National Team, Producer, and Forbes Italia 30 under 30, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Expansion of Milan Italy's premiere flag football league.
• Being Yourself and finding your own space.
• Nausicaa’s work at DAZN as a producer, storytelling through documentaries.
• Why it is important for athletes to explore passions outside of their sport.
• Humanizing professional athletes.
• What’s next for Nausicaa.

Watch on YouTube

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Nausicaa Dell’Orto
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>1419flagfootball,nfl,women,womeninsportsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-her-words-a-closed-door-maybe-just-what-you-need-w-lauren-clayborne--53412917"If our cities and our communities aren’t better because we’re in it, then we shouldn’t be in that community." - Lauren Clayborne

When looking back on your journey, what word would you use to describe the journey? Today’s guest has two words for us – Surprise and Delight. Trusting the process may sound cliche, but if you stop you eliminate the opportunity for progress.

Lauren Clayborne, Golden State Warriors Director of Community Relations, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Why Lauren decided to work in sports.
• The importance of using the sports platform to do good and create missioned aligned community partnerships.
• The memory of impact that stands out and makes Lauren’s heart smile.
• The experiences that stretch and challenge us mentally, and the word of encouragement to push us through the wall opposing progress.
• When the focus should shift from the closed door to the opportunity to grow and further develop yourself.
• Getting access to the door you want does mean exempt you from challenges.
• Lauren crafts her perfect job description.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Lauren Clayborne
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53412917Mon, 03 Apr 2023 08:45:01 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"If our cities and our communities aren’t better because we’re in it, then we shouldn’t be in that community." - Lauren Clayborne When looking back on your journey, what word would you use to describe the journey? Today’s guest has two words for us –..."If our cities and our communities aren’t better because we’re in it, then we shouldn’t be in that community." - Lauren Clayborne

When looking back on your journey, what word would you use to describe the journey? Today’s guest has two words for us – Surprise and Delight. Trusting the process may sound cliche, but if you stop you eliminate the opportunity for progress.

Lauren Clayborne, Golden State Warriors Director of Community Relations, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Why Lauren decided to work in sports.
• The importance of using the sports platform to do good and create missioned aligned community partnerships.
• The memory of impact that stands out and makes Lauren’s heart smile.
• The experiences that stretch and challenge us mentally, and the word of encouragement to push us through the wall opposing progress.
• When the focus should shift from the closed door to the opportunity to grow and further develop yourself.
• Getting access to the door you want does mean exempt you from challenges.
• Lauren crafts her perfect job description.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Lauren Clayborne
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>1448community,nba,sports,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-her-words-in-the-business-of-doing-good-w-therese-van-ryne--53347707"It really makes me feel good to see others benefit from what I do." - Therese Van Ryne

Creating a work culture with the love of community as a pillar is beneficial for everyone’s mental well-being and lowers stress. Today’s guest highlights the power of giving back as a benefit for a company’s employees.

Therese Van Ryne, Senior Director of External Communications for Zebra Technologies, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Bernie’s Book Bank partnership with Zebra Technologies and Zippy’s Special Gift authored by Therese Van Ryne.
• Zebra Technologies’ partnership with Love Thy Neighbor for Vincent Country Safe Zone Activity Day.
• Zebra’s philanthropy philosophy: Doing well by doing good.
• The impact of philanthropy on the Zebra team.
• Why giving back is important to Therese.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Therese Van Ryne / Zebra Technologies
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53347707Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:45:01 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"It really makes me feel good to see others benefit from what I do." - Therese Van Ryne Creating a work culture with the love of community as a pillar is beneficial for everyone’s mental well-being and lowers stress. Today’s guest highlights the..."It really makes me feel good to see others benefit from what I do." - Therese Van Ryne

Creating a work culture with the love of community as a pillar is beneficial for everyone’s mental well-being and lowers stress. Today’s guest highlights the power of giving back as a benefit for a company’s employees.

Therese Van Ryne, Senior Director of External Communications for Zebra Technologies, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Bernie’s Book Bank partnership with Zebra Technologies and Zippy’s Special Gift authored by Therese Van Ryne.
• Zebra Technologies’ partnership with Love Thy Neighbor for Vincent Country Safe Zone Activity Day.
• Zebra’s philanthropy philosophy: Doing well by doing good.
• The impact of philanthropy on the Zebra team.
• Why giving back is important to Therese.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Therese Van Ryne / Zebra Technologies
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>736falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-her-words-transforming-tragedy-into-triumph--53258498"Love does not hurt. Love is something that you cherish. Love is something that you smile to, that brings you joy." - Sabrina Greenlee

Everyone has a story to tell. Some tell their story through their actions. A personal connection to your work in the community gives a deliberate focus highlighting the “WHY”. This week's guest is committed to positively impacting the lives of domestic violence survivors at every stage of their healing journey.

Sabrina Greenlee, CEO + Founder of S.M.O.O.O.T.H, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• NFL Unsung Heroes Celebration of the frontline workers of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
• S.M.O.O.O.T.H’s work supporting domestic violence survivors.
• Sabrina and her son, Deandre Hophins’s, connection to their community work to be effective.
• Being committed and intentional about your work to generate lasting social impact.
• Sabrina’s thoughts about love.
• The importance of being you.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Sabrina Greenlee / @sabrinagreenlee12 / www.smooothinc.org
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53258498Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:45:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"Love does not hurt. Love is something that you cherish. Love is something that you smile to, that brings you joy." - Sabrina Greenlee Everyone has a story to tell. Some tell their story through their actions. A personal connection to your work in..."Love does not hurt. Love is something that you cherish. Love is something that you smile to, that brings you joy." - Sabrina Greenlee

Everyone has a story to tell. Some tell their story through their actions. A personal connection to your work in the community gives a deliberate focus highlighting the “WHY”. This week's guest is committed to positively impacting the lives of domestic violence survivors at every stage of their healing journey.

Sabrina Greenlee, CEO + Founder of S.M.O.O.O.T.H, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• NFL Unsung Heroes Celebration of the frontline workers of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
• S.M.O.O.O.T.H’s work supporting domestic violence survivors.
• Sabrina and her son, Deandre Hophins’s, connection to their community work to be effective.
• Being committed and intentional about your work to generate lasting social impact.
• Sabrina’s thoughts about love.
• The importance of being you.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Sabrina Greenlee / @sabrinagreenlee12 / www.smooothinc.org
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

]]>654falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-her-words-no-is-a-blessing-w-melanie-few--53111204"I may fail at a lot of things in my life before it’s over, but if I try, that is my success." - Melanie Few

Perseverance overcomes rejection. Every “no” presents an opportunity to evolve. If you keep going, “yes” will meet you along the way. Today’s guest believes “no” is a blessing.

Melanie Few, Founder & Executive Producer of Super Bowl Gospel Celebration, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Staying in it to win it. Birthing Super Bowl Gospel.
• When the history of “no” looms in the present, the power of a mother’s words to “keep a going”. How no helps you to evolve.
• The Super Bowl Gospel Choir on America’s Got Talent.
• Special moments of Super Bowl Gospel.
• The Road To 25 – celebrating the 25th year anniversary of Super Bowl Gospel.
• It’s the little things in life that give you so much joy.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Melanie Few / @therealmelaniefew Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53111204Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:00:03 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"I may fail at a lot of things in my life before it’s over, but if I try, that is my success." - Melanie Few Perseverance overcomes rejection. Every “no” presents an opportunity to evolve. If you keep going, “yes” will meet you along the way. Today’s..."I may fail at a lot of things in my life before it’s over, but if I try, that is my success." - Melanie Few

Perseverance overcomes rejection. Every “no” presents an opportunity to evolve. If you keep going, “yes” will meet you along the way. Today’s guest believes “no” is a blessing.

Melanie Few, Founder & Executive Producer of Super Bowl Gospel Celebration, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Staying in it to win it. Birthing Super Bowl Gospel.
• When the history of “no” looms in the present, the power of a mother’s words to “keep a going”. How no helps you to evolve.
• The Super Bowl Gospel Choir on America’s Got Talent.
• Special moments of Super Bowl Gospel.
• The Road To 25 – celebrating the 25th year anniversary of Super Bowl Gospel.
• It’s the little things in life that give you so much joy.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest: Melanie Few / @therealmelaniefew Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>1505falsefullhttps://vincentcountry.com/stay-a-while-podcast/"When you open up the door for one, you open up the door for many." - LaTonya Story

When life knocks you down, get up determined to thrive. Every season of life presents challenges, resulting in opportunities for learning and growth. Today’s guest LaTonya Story knows a thing or two about getting knocked down. Her vulnerability in the conversation opens up the door for our listening community to see it is possible to persevere beyond our circumstances and achieve our dreams.

LaTonya Story, CEO at LPS Consulting PR L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• LaTonya’s 23 years of experience in public relations and branding.
• Persevering beyond our challenges and having the courage to shed “what happens in this house, stays in this house”.
• Anchoring in faith, belief in yourself, and becoming a dreamer.
• The Sports Power Brunch: Celebrating The Most Powerful Women In Sports held annually during Super Bowl week.
• Women in sports being architects in the success of the world of sports.
• LaTonya’s ability to continue to live out her purpose after the sudden death of her son, Sterling, from cancer – malignant lymphomas. Support the American Cancer Society in honor of Sterling https://www.cancer.org

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: LaTonya Story / @Latonya Story / https://lpsconsultingpr.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53111060Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:46:44 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"When you open up the door for one, you open up the door for many." - LaTonya Story When life knocks you down, get up determined to thrive. Every season of life presents challenges, resulting in opportunities for learning and growth. Today’s guest..."When you open up the door for one, you open up the door for many." - LaTonya Story

When life knocks you down, get up determined to thrive. Every season of life presents challenges, resulting in opportunities for learning and growth. Today’s guest LaTonya Story knows a thing or two about getting knocked down. Her vulnerability in the conversation opens up the door for our listening community to see it is possible to persevere beyond our circumstances and achieve our dreams.

LaTonya Story, CEO at LPS Consulting PR L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• LaTonya’s 23 years of experience in public relations and branding.
• Persevering beyond our challenges and having the courage to shed “what happens in this house, stays in this house”.
• Anchoring in faith, belief in yourself, and becoming a dreamer.
• The Sports Power Brunch: Celebrating The Most Powerful Women In Sports held annually during Super Bowl week.
• Women in sports being architects in the success of the world of sports.
• LaTonya’s ability to continue to live out her purpose after the sudden death of her son, Sterling, from cancer – malignant lymphomas. Support the American Cancer Society in honor of Sterling https://www.cancer.org

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: LaTonya Story / @Latonya Story / https://lpsconsultingpr.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie
]]>1523publicrelations,womeninsportsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-her-words-own-the-room-and-get-respect-from-go-w-terri-hines--52840934"When you walk into a room like you own the room, people have to accept you at face value." - Terri Hines

Owning your greatness is a mental posture that sets the tone for how others receive you. Position yourself to get respect from go. Today's guest provides us with a dose of confidence to standing firm in who we are and commanding respect when we walk into a room.

Terri Hines, Executive Vice President of Communications at Fox Sports, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Leading communications for Super Bowl LVII.
• Being the first Black person to lead communications for any sports organization.
• Surrounding yourself with the right team to get the job done.
• How walking with confidence garners respect with others.
• Terri’s work with The Rape Foundation. www.therapefoundation.org
• The power of affirmation from a confident grandmother.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Terri Hines
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52840934Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:26:53 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"When you walk into a room like you own the room, people have to accept you at face value." - Terri Hines Owning your greatness is a mental posture that sets the tone for how others receive you. Position yourself to get respect from go. Today's guest..."When you walk into a room like you own the room, people have to accept you at face value." - Terri Hines

Owning your greatness is a mental posture that sets the tone for how others receive you. Position yourself to get respect from go. Today's guest provides us with a dose of confidence to standing firm in who we are and commanding respect when we walk into a room.

Terri Hines, Executive Vice President of Communications at Fox Sports, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Leading communications for Super Bowl LVII.
• Being the first Black person to lead communications for any sports organization.
• Surrounding yourself with the right team to get the job done.
• How walking with confidence garners respect with others.
• Terri’s work with The Rape Foundation. www.therapefoundation.org
• The power of affirmation from a confident grandmother.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Terri Hines
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie]]>1231confidence,c-suite,executives,sports,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/through-it-all-family-matters--48779843
Don't forget to stay connected with us on Instagram at @stayawhileshow. And tune in to IG Live with @cheftommiv every Monday night at 7p ET.

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48779843Fri, 18 Feb 2022 10:45:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentOn this final episode of our second season, we reflect on family. It's been a consistent topic on this show and that's not a coincidence. The work of building a life we love and a life that impacts others starts with the love and support of our...
Don't forget to stay connected with us on Instagram at @stayawhileshow. And tune in to IG Live with @cheftommiv every Monday night at 7p ET.

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>1044inspiration,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,podcastsofcolor,professionaldevelopment,selfcare,stayawhilepodcast,tommivincentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-love-in-the-right-places-w-angela-lee--48651803https://loveisrespect.org) director Angela Lee for a deep and fulfilling conversation about what it means to create safe spaces for young people figuring out how to navigate relationships, and the lessons we should never be silent about.

To learn more about love is respect and to donate, please visit www.loveisrespect.org

Angela Lee has been employed with The National Domestic Violence Hotline for 10 years. She has served on the front lines as a Phone Service advocate as well as a Program Service Manager before serving as Director of love is respect. Angela has an abundance of experience working in the social justice field including substance abuse, behavioral health, sexual assault, and at-risk youth.

Angela feels youth experience severe life stressors including unhealthy relationships, which makes her job purpose-driven. Her great passion is empowering young people to find healthy perceptions of themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe, healthy individuals.

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
https://instagram.com/cheftommiv

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48651803Wed, 09 Feb 2022 10:35:02 +0000Tommi A. VincentHow do you identify healthy love? How do you talk to younger generations about the red flags (and the green flags)? On this episode of Stay A While podcast, Tommi sits down with the 'love is respect' (https://loveisrespect.org) director Angela Lee for...https://loveisrespect.org) director Angela Lee for a deep and fulfilling conversation about what it means to create safe spaces for young people figuring out how to navigate relationships, and the lessons we should never be silent about.

To learn more about love is respect and to donate, please visit www.loveisrespect.org

Angela Lee has been employed with The National Domestic Violence Hotline for 10 years. She has served on the front lines as a Phone Service advocate as well as a Program Service Manager before serving as Director of love is respect. Angela has an abundance of experience working in the social justice field including substance abuse, behavioral health, sexual assault, and at-risk youth.

Angela feels youth experience severe life stressors including unhealthy relationships, which makes her job purpose-driven. Her great passion is empowering young people to find healthy perceptions of themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe, healthy individuals.

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
https://instagram.com/cheftommiv

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>3234personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,relationshipadvice,stayawhilepodcast,tommivincent,womensempowermentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/managing-your-pettiness-is-never-easy-w-demetria-l-lucas--48550421https://instagram.com/demetriallucas) offers her perspective on what makes us do it and how she reins it.

You can learn more about Demetria on her website and keep up with her life and pop culture commentary. You can also catch her podcast Ratchet and Respectable (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ratchet-respectable/id1449001372) anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Dubbed “the Black Carrie Bradshaw” by The Washington Post, Demetria L. Lucas is an award-winning author, journalist, and media personality with an all-consuming obsession with modern relationships and a penchant for cultural commentary. You can find her musing on her favorite topics as a frequent contributor on Good Morning America, MSNBC, and HLN, or listen to her latest thoughts on everything from pop culture to politics on her twice-weekly podcast, Ratchet & Respectable.

Demetria is the author of two books, A Belle in Brooklyn: The Go-to Guide for Living Your Best Single Life, a memoir about dating in her 20s; and Don’t Waste Your Pretty: The Go to-Guide for Making Smarter Decisions in Life & Love, an advice manual based on her insanely popular online advice column, “Ask Demetria”. She is also the Executive Producer of “Don’t Waste Your Pretty”, a TV film based on her second book of the same title (February 2021).

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
https://instagram.com/cheftommiv

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48550421Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:00:04 +0000Tommi A. VincentReal talk is a hallmark of this show so this week we’re digging into all things PETTINESS. Whether we want to admit it or not, we’ve all had our petty moments, our shady thoughts, or jabs at others when they tap dance on our nerves. This week, author...https://instagram.com/demetriallucas) offers her perspective on what makes us do it and how she reins it.

You can learn more about Demetria on her website and keep up with her life and pop culture commentary. You can also catch her podcast Ratchet and Respectable (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ratchet-respectable/id1449001372) anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Dubbed “the Black Carrie Bradshaw” by The Washington Post, Demetria L. Lucas is an award-winning author, journalist, and media personality with an all-consuming obsession with modern relationships and a penchant for cultural commentary. You can find her musing on her favorite topics as a frequent contributor on Good Morning America, MSNBC, and HLN, or listen to her latest thoughts on everything from pop culture to politics on her twice-weekly podcast, Ratchet & Respectable.

Demetria is the author of two books, A Belle in Brooklyn: The Go-to Guide for Living Your Best Single Life, a memoir about dating in her 20s; and Don’t Waste Your Pretty: The Go to-Guide for Making Smarter Decisions in Life & Love, an advice manual based on her insanely popular online advice column, “Ask Demetria”. She is also the Executive Producer of “Don’t Waste Your Pretty”, a TV film based on her second book of the same title (February 2021).

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
https://instagram.com/cheftommiv

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>3159blackgirlmagic,blackpodcasts,demetrialucas,femalevoices,inspiration,motivation,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,ratchetandrespectablepodcast,wellness,wellnesspodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/other-people-s-opinions-shouldn-t-dictate-how-you-live-your-life-w-desire-vincent-levy--48446571

By now, you all know Tommi is a big advocate of women taking the opportunity to do “whatever the heck we want to do!” in every aspect of our lives. So, it’s no surprise that her eldest daughter Desiré Vincent Levy took a seat at the Stay A While table to share just how she has learned to embody that mindset as a mother, entrepreneur, and activist. Desiré shares what she would tell her younger self, how to overcome the frustrations that form when everyone has an opinion on how you should mother your children, and life lessons about how her relationship has helped her lean into all the different aspects of herself.



About Desiré:
Desiré Vincent Levy is a communications strategist specializing in advocacy and impact litigation, and the co-founder of Detroit Kitchen Terminal. She is currently a Michigan Political Leadership Fellow with the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research at Michigan State University and Executive Producer of a forthcoming Detroit Free Press documentary. She is on the Board of Directors for the Detroit Food & Youth Entrepreneurship Academy and on the Board of Trustees at the Museum of Food and Drink.

Connect with Desiré and learn more about her work, follow her on Twitter at @DVincentLevy.

Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48446571Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:15:02 +0000Tommi A. Vincent"...Motherhood is one of the most underappreciated jobs in the whole world. Like it is. You're literally raising citizens of the world, the next world leaders, the next engineers, the next great chef, the next author like you're raising these...

By now, you all know Tommi is a big advocate of women taking the opportunity to do “whatever the heck we want to do!” in every aspect of our lives. So, it’s no surprise that her eldest daughter Desiré Vincent Levy took a seat at the Stay A While table to share just how she has learned to embody that mindset as a mother, entrepreneur, and activist. Desiré shares what she would tell her younger self, how to overcome the frustrations that form when everyone has an opinion on how you should mother your children, and life lessons about how her relationship has helped her lean into all the different aspects of herself.



About Desiré:
Desiré Vincent Levy is a communications strategist specializing in advocacy and impact litigation, and the co-founder of Detroit Kitchen Terminal. She is currently a Michigan Political Leadership Fellow with the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research at Michigan State University and Executive Producer of a forthcoming Detroit Free Press documentary. She is on the Board of Directors for the Detroit Food & Youth Entrepreneurship Academy and on the Board of Trustees at the Museum of Food and Drink.

Connect with Desiré and learn more about her work, follow her on Twitter at @DVincentLevy.

Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>2792blackpodcasts,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,professionalpodcasts,tommivincentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taking-back-agency-and-freedom-in-your-career-w-brittney-oliver--48370682
You can’t ever really know freedom until you know who you are and fight to be here, no matter what. No one knows this better than today’s guest, Brittney Oliver, Founder of Lemons 2 Lemonade, a successful networking platform & event series that provides career content and inspiration. Her career path has been anything but straight and the ways in which she has had to fight to be her most authentic self along the way are inspiring. On this first episode of Stay A While’s Liberated Woman Series, Brittney lets us in on the twists and turns that forced her to pivot, the best advice she’s ever gotten, and how her 30s helped her to reevaluate her life and make some important changes.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

- The Art of the Pivot
- How Brittney Learned To Show Up As Her Authentic Self [29:18]
- Shifting From The Wake-Grinding To Living a Full Life [39:53]
- How Turning 30 Shifted Brittney’s Focus

You can follow Brittney on Instagram @bsoliver. And visit www.l2lmixer.com to learn more about their mixers, panel discussions, business support, and live chats.

Brittney Oliver is a career and lifestyle freelance writer and content strategist based in Nashville. Over the past three years, Brittney has built her platform Lemons 2 Lemonade to help young professionals turn career obstacles around. Her platform is known for its networking mixers which have brought over 2,000 professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives together to turn life’s lemons into lemonade in NYC, Nashville, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and Atlanta.

Her mixers have been supported by PayPal, BuzzFeed, Verizon, Bumble, Dove, CoverGirl, Jack Daniel’s, and Ciroc.

While building Lemons 2 Lemonade, Brittney worked as a senior digital marketing and email marketing manager while contributing as a writer to Fast Company and ESSENCE.


EPISODE CREDITS:
Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48370682Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:00:03 +0000Tommi A. VincentThis is the first episode in our Liberated Woman series, exploring what it really means to be a free woman, beyond anyone else’s opinions or ideas. You can’t ever really know freedom until you know who you are and fight to be here, no matter what....
You can’t ever really know freedom until you know who you are and fight to be here, no matter what. No one knows this better than today’s guest, Brittney Oliver, Founder of Lemons 2 Lemonade, a successful networking platform & event series that provides career content and inspiration. Her career path has been anything but straight and the ways in which she has had to fight to be her most authentic self along the way are inspiring. On this first episode of Stay A While’s Liberated Woman Series, Brittney lets us in on the twists and turns that forced her to pivot, the best advice she’s ever gotten, and how her 30s helped her to reevaluate her life and make some important changes.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

- The Art of the Pivot
- How Brittney Learned To Show Up As Her Authentic Self [29:18]
- Shifting From The Wake-Grinding To Living a Full Life [39:53]
- How Turning 30 Shifted Brittney’s Focus

You can follow Brittney on Instagram @bsoliver. And visit www.l2lmixer.com to learn more about their mixers, panel discussions, business support, and live chats.

Brittney Oliver is a career and lifestyle freelance writer and content strategist based in Nashville. Over the past three years, Brittney has built her platform Lemons 2 Lemonade to help young professionals turn career obstacles around. Her platform is known for its networking mixers which have brought over 2,000 professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives together to turn life’s lemons into lemonade in NYC, Nashville, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and Atlanta.

Her mixers have been supported by PayPal, BuzzFeed, Verizon, Bumble, Dove, CoverGirl, Jack Daniel’s, and Ciroc.

While building Lemons 2 Lemonade, Brittney worked as a senior digital marketing and email marketing manager while contributing as a writer to Fast Company and ESSENCE.


EPISODE CREDITS:
Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>3300brittneyoliver,essence,inspiration,motivationalpodcasts,personaldevelopment,podcastsforblackwomen,podcastsforwomen,professionadevelopmentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-your-purpose-tied-to-continuing-a-legacy-w-dr-bernice-king--48260200
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! There is no doubt that we stand on the shoulders of those who’ve come before us. And we reap the benefits of the callings they chose to answer. Dr. Bernice A. King joins the Stay A While Podcast today to discuss not only the beauty of the legacies that have changed entire world systems but also the beauty and importance of placing our own bricks to continue those heritages. Dr. King shares beautiful moments with her mother, the late Coretta Scott King, and how her mother’s perseverance helped her to thrive in not one, but two male-dominated vocations. She also gives a word on what it means to be the daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the ways in which her calling and purpose are inextricably bound to what came before her.


Dr. Bernice A. King is a global thought leader, strategist, solutionist, orator, peace advocate, and CEO of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center), which was founded by her mother as the official living memorial to the life, work, and legacy of her father. In this position, Bernice continues to advance her parents’ legacy of nonviolent social change through policy, advocacy, research, as well as education & training through the Kingian philosophy of nonviolence, which she re-branded Nonviolence365® (NV365®). She is a licensed attorney and member of the State Bar of Georgia; a certified Mediator with the State of Georgia; a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, the International Women’s Forum (IWF), the National Council of Negro Women; a Board member of the National Black Bank Foundation as well as Faith and Prejudice.

Dr. King is an innovative, inspirational, and transformational leader. She is dedicated to ensuring that her parents’ legacy and teachings, The King Center, as well as the work of creating the Beloved Community, with Nonviolence365® as the pathway, are introduced to new generations of influencers.

In this episode we cover

[01:00 - 11:19] What It Takes to Leave a Legacy as a Woman
[11:20 - 18:01] Sweet or Sour Moments with Food Bring Unforgettable Memories
[18:02 - 38:49] Living a Purposeful Life Amidst the Weight of the World
[38:50 - 41:25] Closing Segment

Key Quotes
“It's so important for us to keep people in our life that are more seasoned than us. Because there are some things about learning how to be a good human that comes along with being able to glean from the wisdom of people who've lived life longer than you have.” - Tommi Vincent

“If there's somebody who's trying to gain the whole world and yet lose their soul, you know, I try to get them back to center them, understand it's okay to have a healthy self-centered concern, you know, to take care of yourself… Don't be a public success and a private failure.” - Dr. Bernice A. King

“Love is never going to be outdistanced or outwon. In the end, it's going to prevail.” - Dr. Bernice King



Connect with Dr. Bernice King
Instagram: @BerniceAKing
Twitter: @BerniceKing
Website: www.thekingcenter.org



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48260200Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:35:01 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“How do we transform our society for the better? Because we can't do it in ways that are destructive. Because at the end of the day, we're all connected now and interconnected. And we've got to find a way to coexist in this world and ensure that there...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! There is no doubt that we stand on the shoulders of those who’ve come before us. And we reap the benefits of the callings they chose to answer. Dr. Bernice A. King joins the Stay A While Podcast today to discuss not only the beauty of the legacies that have changed entire world systems but also the beauty and importance of placing our own bricks to continue those heritages. Dr. King shares beautiful moments with her mother, the late Coretta Scott King, and how her mother’s perseverance helped her to thrive in not one, but two male-dominated vocations. She also gives a word on what it means to be the daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the ways in which her calling and purpose are inextricably bound to what came before her.


Dr. Bernice A. King is a global thought leader, strategist, solutionist, orator, peace advocate, and CEO of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center), which was founded by her mother as the official living memorial to the life, work, and legacy of her father. In this position, Bernice continues to advance her parents’ legacy of nonviolent social change through policy, advocacy, research, as well as education & training through the Kingian philosophy of nonviolence, which she re-branded Nonviolence365® (NV365®). She is a licensed attorney and member of the State Bar of Georgia; a certified Mediator with the State of Georgia; a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, the International Women’s Forum (IWF), the National Council of Negro Women; a Board member of the National Black Bank Foundation as well as Faith and Prejudice.

Dr. King is an innovative, inspirational, and transformational leader. She is dedicated to ensuring that her parents’ legacy and teachings, The King Center, as well as the work of creating the Beloved Community, with Nonviolence365® as the pathway, are introduced to new generations of influencers.

In this episode we cover

[01:00 - 11:19] What It Takes to Leave a Legacy as a Woman
[11:20 - 18:01] Sweet or Sour Moments with Food Bring Unforgettable Memories
[18:02 - 38:49] Living a Purposeful Life Amidst the Weight of the World
[38:50 - 41:25] Closing Segment

Key Quotes
“It's so important for us to keep people in our life that are more seasoned than us. Because there are some things about learning how to be a good human that comes along with being able to glean from the wisdom of people who've lived life longer than you have.” - Tommi Vincent

“If there's somebody who's trying to gain the whole world and yet lose their soul, you know, I try to get them back to center them, understand it's okay to have a healthy self-centered concern, you know, to take care of yourself… Don't be a public success and a private failure.” - Dr. Bernice A. King

“Love is never going to be outdistanced or outwon. In the end, it's going to prevail.” - Dr. Bernice King



Connect with Dr. Bernice King
Instagram: @BerniceAKing
Twitter: @BerniceKing
Website: www.thekingcenter.org



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE2485berniceking,blackcreatives,blackvoices,drmartinlutherking,empowerment,motivation,motivationalpodcast,personaldevelopmentpodcast,podcastforwomen,professionaldevelopmentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/best-of-stay-a-while-minding-your-business-moving-beyond-social-barriers-to-walk-in-your-purpose--48179736
Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48179736Wed, 05 Jan 2022 18:58:38 +0000Tommi A. VincentWe’ve heard the saying time and time again. We all have a God-given purpose in this life. We absolutely do! However, finding what that purpose is, and moving it from vision to reality is the question on the minds of so many. especially when there’s a...
Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>3066dawnchristian,findingpurpose,mentalhealth,personaldevelopment,podcasts,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfcare,stayawhile,tommivincent,wellness,womenpodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/identifying-your-purpose-is-easier-than-you-think--48092567This week's motivation is all about recognizing that pivotal moment.

- How to recognize when you've been operating in your purpose
- How Tommi snatched her life back and started helping other women - and realized that was part of who she was her whole life]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48092567Wed, 29 Dec 2021 11:00:03 +0000Tommi A. VincentAs the countdown begins to a new year, and the clock sounds at midnight, the emphasis of fulfilling one's purpose becomes an emphasized focus. So how do you activate your gifts? This week's motivation is all about recognizing that pivotal moment. -...This week's motivation is all about recognizing that pivotal moment.

- How to recognize when you've been operating in your purpose
- How Tommi snatched her life back and started helping other women - and realized that was part of who she was her whole life]]>286blackpodcasts,inspirationalpodcasts,morivationalpodcasts,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,womenpodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-comfortable-with-change-even-when-you-don-t-see-the-big-picture--48027655
* Instead of getting into microwave mode, where we want everything to happen quickly, how do we get comfortable with the process?

* Figuring out how to be present at the moment. "What can I do to cultivate myself at this moment even if I don’t see the big picture?"

* How do I keep my steady pace when I can see the bigger picture or the finish line?

Join Chef Tommi V for a mini-motivation session filled with honesty and self-reflection. Take a seat, and give yourself these well-deserved few minutes.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48027655Wed, 22 Dec 2021 19:13:09 +0000Tommi A. VincentHere's the truth. Everything doesn't happen when we want it. Even when we want, wish, and pray for it; sometimes it doesn't happen, and we may never know why. However, when we learn to appreciate the process, we grow. We just have to get out of our...
* Instead of getting into microwave mode, where we want everything to happen quickly, how do we get comfortable with the process?

* Figuring out how to be present at the moment. "What can I do to cultivate myself at this moment even if I don’t see the big picture?"

* How do I keep my steady pace when I can see the bigger picture or the finish line?

Join Chef Tommi V for a mini-motivation session filled with honesty and self-reflection. Take a seat, and give yourself these well-deserved few minutes.]]>220blackpodcasts,motivational,personaldevelopmentpodcasts,podcastsforblackwomen,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopmentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/identifying-your-anchor--48027587
In this mini-episode, Chef Tommi drops a dash of midweek motivation to help you get centered for 2022.


* What do you do when you encounter triggers?
* What is that thing that keeps you grounded and tethered to the truth of who you are when everything around you threatens to knock you off your square?

Take a listen, and ask yourself these questions. the answers may be surprising.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48027587Wed, 22 Dec 2021 18:58:59 +0000Tommi A. VincentAs we wind down the year and reflect on our past, in order to plan for our future, it's important to identify what keeps you grounded. In preparation for the unknown, your anchor is what keeps your foundation steady, even when your environment is...
In this mini-episode, Chef Tommi drops a dash of midweek motivation to help you get centered for 2022.


* What do you do when you encounter triggers?
* What is that thing that keeps you grounded and tethered to the truth of who you are when everything around you threatens to knock you off your square?

Take a listen, and ask yourself these questions. the answers may be surprising.]]>564personaldevelopment,podcasts,podcastsforblackwomen,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfcare,selfimprovementfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unequally-yolked-finding-the-courage-to-shed-relationships-that-no-longer-serve-you-season-1-replay--47839086
This time of year we’re asking ourselves questions like: What did I do well? What else do I want to accomplish? Who do I want to be? Who do I want to grow closer to? Who do I need to let go?

With that in mind, we’re going into the archives to replay a conversation that tackles an important piece of living our best lives.

In this episode, Rev Bri helps us get clear on everything from how to heal from old relationships, love from a distance, and love ourselves enough to walk away when we need to.

You can’t put new wine in old bottles without the bottle bursting. And you can’t bring bad connections into new seasons without chaos ensuing.

Our lives can only be as purpose-driven as the relationships we nurture. So, as you reflect on 2021 and prepare for 2022, check out this episode and take some notes on how to ensure you’re cultivating relationships that will thrive.


Don’t forget to rate, comment, and subscribe to Stay A While podcast and tell a friend!

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE


LINKS
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* Brianna K. Parker's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rev_bri
* Chef Tommi V's Instagram - https://instagram.com/cheftommiv
* Stay A While Podcast - https://instagram.com/stayawhileshow]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47839086Wed, 08 Dec 2021 18:04:15 +0000Tommi A. VincentAs the year comes to a close, we’re rewinding to an episode of Stay A While that will help us prepare for 2022. This time of year we’re asking ourselves questions like: What did I do well? What else do I want to accomplish? Who do I want to be? Who...
This time of year we’re asking ourselves questions like: What did I do well? What else do I want to accomplish? Who do I want to be? Who do I want to grow closer to? Who do I need to let go?

With that in mind, we’re going into the archives to replay a conversation that tackles an important piece of living our best lives.

In this episode, Rev Bri helps us get clear on everything from how to heal from old relationships, love from a distance, and love ourselves enough to walk away when we need to.

You can’t put new wine in old bottles without the bottle bursting. And you can’t bring bad connections into new seasons without chaos ensuing.

Our lives can only be as purpose-driven as the relationships we nurture. So, as you reflect on 2021 and prepare for 2022, check out this episode and take some notes on how to ensure you’re cultivating relationships that will thrive.


Don’t forget to rate, comment, and subscribe to Stay A While podcast and tell a friend!

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE


LINKS
----------------------------
* Brianna K. Parker's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rev_bri
* Chef Tommi V's Instagram - https://instagram.com/cheftommiv
* Stay A While Podcast - https://instagram.com/stayawhileshow]]>3823briannakparker,christianpodcasts,personaldevelopmentpodcasts,podcastsforwomen,professionalpodcasts,wellnesspodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-and-moving-in-purpose-when-the-world-tries-to-erase-you-w-tunisha-brown-editor-in-chief-of-impact-magazine--47739447
Don’t forget to rate, comment, and subscribe to Stay A While podcast and tell a friend!

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47739447Wed, 01 Dec 2021 15:57:40 +0000Tommi A. VincentIf you’ve ever wondered how you were going to get up again after getting knocked down yet again, you’re not alone. Sometimes we quit when our path becomes unbearable. Sometimes we find the strength to keep going no matter what. Sometimes we do a bit...
Don’t forget to rate, comment, and subscribe to Stay A While podcast and tell a friend!

Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>3984blackpodcasts,mentalhealth,mentorship,motivation,motivationpodcasts,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfcarepodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-care-is-more-than-a-spa-day-w-cassandre-dunbar-of-be-well-sis-podcast--47639173
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Face mask on? Check. Pedicure done? Check. A good glass of wine? Check. And now, let’s discuss the deeper meaning of self-care. Because, all the external pampering is wonderful, but when it wears off, do you still feel well? What tools do you have to combat mental and emotional blocks? How are you showing up for yourself when life throws you a curveball? Dr. Cassandre Dunbar, host of the Be Well, Sis podcast stops by Stay A While in this episode to get right down to the bare bones of self-care with transparent and thoughtful insight. Turn your speakers up and listen in.

Cassandre Dunbar is a woman of many hats. She’s a mother of 2 young boys, medical doctor, wife, educator, Wellness blogger, and host of the Be Well, Sis Podcast. Cassandre is incredibly passionate about the wellness and self-care practices of Black millennial women.

Shortly after graduating medical school, Cassandre became pregnant with her eldest and was made very aware of the things that she put both in and on her body. This became even more important after giving birth to a child with many sensitivities and allergies. In doing her own research, she learned that there was a large gap between what she had learned in medical school and what it truly means to be well. In her quest for knowledge, she quickly realized that we are often underrepresented or alienated in Wellness spaces although we often also suffer the worst medical outcomes compared to our peers. Cassandre has become dedicated to providing relevant resources that resonate with those of us who feel forgotten.


[00:01 - 09:31] Get To Know Cassandre
[09:32 - 23:36] Radical Self Love
[23:27 - 33:30] How to Love Yourself While Taking Care of Everyone Else
[33:31 - 42:44] Feeling Unworthy of Self-Love
[42:45 - 44:36] Closing Segment


Key Quotes

“That's just an important aspect of being in a relationship with someone else. The ability to communicate effectively, what it is that you need, and vice versa,” - Tommi Vincent

“If you don't take care of yourself, you really won't be able to work, be efficient, be your best, or show up as your best self.” - Cassandre Dunbar


Connect with Cassandra
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cassandredunbar
Be Well, Sis Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bewellsis_podcast/
Website: https://thebewellsis.com/

Listen to Be Well, Sis https://thebewellsis.com/podcast for inspiration and resources to guide you on your wellness journey


Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47639173Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:28:56 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“We're great for everybody around us. But I want us to get to a space where we are making ourselves a priority. And I realized that in my journey to wellness if my mental health isn't intact, nothing will be intact,” - Cassandre Dunbar Welcome to...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Face mask on? Check. Pedicure done? Check. A good glass of wine? Check. And now, let’s discuss the deeper meaning of self-care. Because, all the external pampering is wonderful, but when it wears off, do you still feel well? What tools do you have to combat mental and emotional blocks? How are you showing up for yourself when life throws you a curveball? Dr. Cassandre Dunbar, host of the Be Well, Sis podcast stops by Stay A While in this episode to get right down to the bare bones of self-care with transparent and thoughtful insight. Turn your speakers up and listen in.

Cassandre Dunbar is a woman of many hats. She’s a mother of 2 young boys, medical doctor, wife, educator, Wellness blogger, and host of the Be Well, Sis Podcast. Cassandre is incredibly passionate about the wellness and self-care practices of Black millennial women.

Shortly after graduating medical school, Cassandre became pregnant with her eldest and was made very aware of the things that she put both in and on her body. This became even more important after giving birth to a child with many sensitivities and allergies. In doing her own research, she learned that there was a large gap between what she had learned in medical school and what it truly means to be well. In her quest for knowledge, she quickly realized that we are often underrepresented or alienated in Wellness spaces although we often also suffer the worst medical outcomes compared to our peers. Cassandre has become dedicated to providing relevant resources that resonate with those of us who feel forgotten.


[00:01 - 09:31] Get To Know Cassandre
[09:32 - 23:36] Radical Self Love
[23:27 - 33:30] How to Love Yourself While Taking Care of Everyone Else
[33:31 - 42:44] Feeling Unworthy of Self-Love
[42:45 - 44:36] Closing Segment


Key Quotes

“That's just an important aspect of being in a relationship with someone else. The ability to communicate effectively, what it is that you need, and vice versa,” - Tommi Vincent

“If you don't take care of yourself, you really won't be able to work, be efficient, be your best, or show up as your best self.” - Cassandre Dunbar


Connect with Cassandra
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cassandredunbar
Be Well, Sis Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bewellsis_podcast/
Website: https://thebewellsis.com/

Listen to Be Well, Sis https://thebewellsis.com/podcast for inspiration and resources to guide you on your wellness journey


Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or...]]>2676bewellsispodcast,blackwomen,cassandredunbar,personaldevelopment,podcastforwomen,podcastsforwomen,selfcare,selfcarepodcast,stayawhilepodcast,tommivincentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-healthy-choices-doesn-t-have-to-be-a-chore-w-chef-mommy-a-k-a-heather-martin--47520699

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Whether we are choosing what to eat or what paths to take in life, love is a strong determining factor. That’s why today’s guest, Heather Martin aka Chef Mommy and ⅓ of the hit Gospel group Virtue, is here discussing being a mother of four children with food allergies and how her path to self-acceptance has helped her spread the love that causes her family to thrive physically and spiritually.

My name is Heather Martin, I am one-third part of the gospel music girl trio Virtue. I love singing! I am also a wife, and mom of four kids with food allergies to nuts, milk, eggs, and fish! Inspire of the challenges, we've got a life that's full and fun, so I just thought this would be a great place to spread the love and share our journey, mostly of how I cook to keep the kids safe and our family healthy. The plus side is that all the recipes I share are VEGAN, and some are gluten free!


In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 10:38] Cultivating a Safe Food Environment for the Family
[10:39 - 19:23] The Power Food: It Can Heal Us or Destroy Us
[19:24 - 40:02] The Struggles and the Glories On the Way to a Healthier Diet
[40:03 - 57:33] Finding Comfort in Your Own Skin and Believing in Yourself
[57:34 - 01:00:27] Closing Segment

Key Quotes


“It turned my life around to realize because you know, when you're young, your young body can take a lot. When you start getting older, then you start realizing oh, my body doesn't like this, my body doesn't like that I should probably not eat this time of the night, or I should probably not do this. So at that point in my life food is when my awareness, my light bulbs about how important it is to nourish yourself properly and to pay attention to the things that heal you and the things that make you feel awful” - Heather Martin

“Whether you're vegan or not, or whatever you want to call how you eat, you have to practice self control and moderation.” - Heather Martin

“I'm spending so much energy wishing I look like somebody else, being somebody, trying to be somebody else. And when you do that, you don't allow yourself to really shine through. No, you don't. If you don't love you, nobody else can love you.” - Heather Martin


Connect with Heather Martin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechefmommy/




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47520699Wed, 17 Nov 2021 14:45:05 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“You can't force people to do things. But you can set a standard in your home for what because I'm the one cooking, nobody else…I feel responsible for keeping them healthy and safe.” - Heather Martin Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent!...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Whether we are choosing what to eat or what paths to take in life, love is a strong determining factor. That’s why today’s guest, Heather Martin aka Chef Mommy and ⅓ of the hit Gospel group Virtue, is here discussing being a mother of four children with food allergies and how her path to self-acceptance has helped her spread the love that causes her family to thrive physically and spiritually.

My name is Heather Martin, I am one-third part of the gospel music girl trio Virtue. I love singing! I am also a wife, and mom of four kids with food allergies to nuts, milk, eggs, and fish! Inspire of the challenges, we've got a life that's full and fun, so I just thought this would be a great place to spread the love and share our journey, mostly of how I cook to keep the kids safe and our family healthy. The plus side is that all the recipes I share are VEGAN, and some are gluten free!


In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 10:38] Cultivating a Safe Food Environment for the Family
[10:39 - 19:23] The Power Food: It Can Heal Us or Destroy Us
[19:24 - 40:02] The Struggles and the Glories On the Way to a Healthier Diet
[40:03 - 57:33] Finding Comfort in Your Own Skin and Believing in Yourself
[57:34 - 01:00:27] Closing Segment

Key Quotes


“It turned my life around to realize because you know, when you're young, your young body can take a lot. When you start getting older, then you start realizing oh, my body doesn't like this, my body doesn't like that I should probably not eat this time of the night, or I should probably not do this. So at that point in my life food is when my awareness, my light bulbs about how important it is to nourish yourself properly and to pay attention to the things that heal you and the things that make you feel awful” - Heather Martin

“Whether you're vegan or not, or whatever you want to call how you eat, you have to practice self control and moderation.” - Heather Martin

“I'm spending so much energy wishing I look like somebody else, being somebody, trying to be somebody else. And when you do that, you don't allow yourself to really shine through. No, you don't. If you don't love you, nobody else can love you.” - Heather Martin


Connect with Heather Martin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechefmommy/




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>3627blackpodcasts,chefheathermartin,healthyeating,healthyliving,podcastsforblackwomen,podcastsforwomen,thanksgiving,tommivincent,wellness,wellnesspodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-generational-cycles-pt-2-with-khadijah-and-zakkiyah-abdul-mateen--47407659

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! As Black women, we hold so much emotion in our bodies, our minds, our habits that we often never have time to explore. Well, this episode is all about examining our lives and the lives of those who came before. It’s about understanding who they were, getting to the roots of who we are, embracing the beautiful and healing the trauma. Sisters Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are pouring out an abundance of the wisdom they’ve gained over their years as intergenerational healers and it is worth every second. Join us and fill up a seat at the table for the first part of our conversation!

Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are identical twin sisters, who are licensed mental health specialists, mind and body practitioners, and intergenerational healers. They have both received their masters in clinical social work and have advanced education certifications in somatic trauma, EMDR, trauma-informed yoga, play therapy, somatic social justice, meditation, trauma-informed care, and herbal wellness. Through Unearth and Bloom, they offer a holistic approach to addressing traumatic memory and are committed to the blooming journey of black women and girls.

Khadijah and Zakiyyah understand that unearthing and blooming is a continuous process, which is why they are able to work with individuals no matter where they are in their transformative journey.


In this episode we cover:

[00:01 - 13:58] Importance of our mental wellness journey and healing
[13:59 - 24:28] What it Means to Unearth and Bloom
[24:29 - 34:10] Awareness Within Our Bodies
[34:11 - 41:42] Inviting Loved Ones in Our Healing Journey
[41:43 - 49:50] Hope for the Future Healing of Black Women


Key Quotes
“We have to get rid of that belief that we are too much, and that we have to know that we are enough, and have the audacity to believe that we are enough to enter any space just as we are. And then once we go there, we spell our stuff out and sit back and wait for it to get picked up.”

“It's time for you to start moving forward. And you know, working your way from the moment in the past that had you bound and had you tied up and caused you to lose sight of who you are and being able to embrace 100% of everything about who you are and how you've been created.”


Connect with Khadija
Khadijah's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/khadijah-abdul-mateen
Khadijah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/khadiyogini/?hl=en


Connect with Zakiyyah
Zakiyyah's Website - www.zakiyyah-am.com
Zakiyyah's Twitter - https://twitter.com/twinx2103?lang=en

Checkout the Unearth and Bloom website and follow them on Instagram!



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47407659Wed, 10 Nov 2021 13:08:22 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“We have to get rid of that belief that we are too much, and that we have to know that we are enough, and have the audacity to believe that we are enough to enter any space just as we are. And then once we go there, we spell our stuff out and sit back...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! As Black women, we hold so much emotion in our bodies, our minds, our habits that we often never have time to explore. Well, this episode is all about examining our lives and the lives of those who came before. It’s about understanding who they were, getting to the roots of who we are, embracing the beautiful and healing the trauma. Sisters Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are pouring out an abundance of the wisdom they’ve gained over their years as intergenerational healers and it is worth every second. Join us and fill up a seat at the table for the first part of our conversation!

Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are identical twin sisters, who are licensed mental health specialists, mind and body practitioners, and intergenerational healers. They have both received their masters in clinical social work and have advanced education certifications in somatic trauma, EMDR, trauma-informed yoga, play therapy, somatic social justice, meditation, trauma-informed care, and herbal wellness. Through Unearth and Bloom, they offer a holistic approach to addressing traumatic memory and are committed to the blooming journey of black women and girls.

Khadijah and Zakiyyah understand that unearthing and blooming is a continuous process, which is why they are able to work with individuals no matter where they are in their transformative journey.


In this episode we cover:

[00:01 - 13:58] Importance of our mental wellness journey and healing
[13:59 - 24:28] What it Means to Unearth and Bloom
[24:29 - 34:10] Awareness Within Our Bodies
[34:11 - 41:42] Inviting Loved Ones in Our Healing Journey
[41:43 - 49:50] Hope for the Future Healing of Black Women


Key Quotes
“We have to get rid of that belief that we are too much, and that we have to know that we are enough, and have the audacity to believe that we are enough to enter any space just as we are. And then once we go there, we spell our stuff out and sit back and wait for it to get picked up.”

“It's time for you to start moving forward. And you know, working your way from the moment in the past that had you bound and had you tied up and caused you to lose sight of who you are and being able to embrace 100% of everything about who you are and how you've been created.”


Connect with Khadija
Khadijah's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/khadijah-abdul-mateen
Khadijah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/khadiyogini/?hl=en


Connect with Zakiyyah
Zakiyyah's Website - www.zakiyyah-am.com
Zakiyyah's Twitter - https://twitter.com/twinx2103?lang=en

Checkout the Unearth and Bloom website and follow them on Instagram!



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to...]]>2990abdul-mateen,khadijahandzakkiyahabdul-matee,wellnesspodcast,yayhaabdul-mateenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-and-beauty-of-intergenerational-healing-w-khadijah-and-zakiyyah-abdul-mateen--47293643
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! As Black women, we hold so much emotion in our bodies, our minds, our habits that we often never have time to explore. Well, this episode is all about examining our lives and the lives of those who came before. It’s about understanding who they were, getting to the roots of who we are, embracing the beautiful and healing the trauma. Sisters Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are pouring out an abundance of the wisdom they’ve gained over their years as intergenerational healers and it is worth every second. Join us and fill up a seat at the table for the first part of our conversation!

Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are identical twin sisters, who are licensed mental health specialists, mind and body practitioners, and intergenerational healers. They have both received their masters in clinical social work and have advanced education certifications in somatic trauma, EMDR, trauma-informed yoga, play therapy, somatic social justice, meditation, trauma-informed care, and herbal wellness. Through Unearth and Bloom, they offer a holistic approach to addressing traumatic memory and are committed to the blooming journey of black women and girls.

Khadijah and Zakiyyah understand that unearthing and blooming is a continuous process, which is why they are able to work with individuals no matter where they are in their transformative journey.

In this episode we cover:

[00:01 - 11:11] Honoring Who Came Before and Who Comes After
[11:12 - 31:08] The Power of Food: Finding Healing Through Food
[31:09 - 48:31] The Desire to Help and Heal
[48:31 - 50:03] Closing Segment

Key Quotes
“We do believe that we have the ability to heal the spirit of the ancestors that came before us.” - Khadijah Abdul-Mateen

“I believe that when we're dealing with people, it's important that we don't limit our opportunity to experience the greatness of other people.” - Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen


Connect with Khadija
Khadijah's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/khadijah-abdul-mateen
Khadijah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/khadiyogini/?hl=en


Connect with Zakiyyah
Zakiyyah's Website - www.zakiyyah-am.com
Zakiyyah's Twitter - https://twitter.com/twinx2103?lang=en

Check out the Unearth and Bloom website and follow them on Instagram!



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47293643Wed, 03 Nov 2021 15:45:43 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“I believe that when we're dealing with people, it's important that we don't limit our opportunity to experience the greatness of other people.” - Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! As Black women, we hold so much...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! As Black women, we hold so much emotion in our bodies, our minds, our habits that we often never have time to explore. Well, this episode is all about examining our lives and the lives of those who came before. It’s about understanding who they were, getting to the roots of who we are, embracing the beautiful and healing the trauma. Sisters Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are pouring out an abundance of the wisdom they’ve gained over their years as intergenerational healers and it is worth every second. Join us and fill up a seat at the table for the first part of our conversation!

Khadijah and Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen are identical twin sisters, who are licensed mental health specialists, mind and body practitioners, and intergenerational healers. They have both received their masters in clinical social work and have advanced education certifications in somatic trauma, EMDR, trauma-informed yoga, play therapy, somatic social justice, meditation, trauma-informed care, and herbal wellness. Through Unearth and Bloom, they offer a holistic approach to addressing traumatic memory and are committed to the blooming journey of black women and girls.

Khadijah and Zakiyyah understand that unearthing and blooming is a continuous process, which is why they are able to work with individuals no matter where they are in their transformative journey.

In this episode we cover:

[00:01 - 11:11] Honoring Who Came Before and Who Comes After
[11:12 - 31:08] The Power of Food: Finding Healing Through Food
[31:09 - 48:31] The Desire to Help and Heal
[48:31 - 50:03] Closing Segment

Key Quotes
“We do believe that we have the ability to heal the spirit of the ancestors that came before us.” - Khadijah Abdul-Mateen

“I believe that when we're dealing with people, it's important that we don't limit our opportunity to experience the greatness of other people.” - Zakiyyah Abdul-Mateen


Connect with Khadija
Khadijah's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/khadijah-abdul-mateen
Khadijah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/khadiyogini/?hl=en


Connect with Zakiyyah
Zakiyyah's Website - www.zakiyyah-am.com
Zakiyyah's Twitter - https://twitter.com/twinx2103?lang=en

Check out the Unearth and Bloom website and follow them on Instagram!



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>3003abdul-mateen,generationalhealing,healthandwellness,khadijahabdul-mateen,meditation,personaldevelopment,selfcare,therapy,therapyforblackgirls,trauma,wellness,yahya,yahyaabdul-mateen,zakiyyahabdul-mateenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recognizing-and-avoiding-toxic-behavior-in-yourself-and-others-w-davia-roberts--47182930

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Ice Cube once said, “Check yourself before you wreck yourself” and while the song was a bop in the 90s, it still begs the question, “How often do we actually check ourselves?” Do we have the tools we need to recognize when we’re being less than loving? When we’re being petty? Do we know how to course-correct? And then, what about our boundaries? If others don’t know how to check themselves, how do we set proper boundaries to maintain our peace of mind and forward movement? Well, of course we’re not just posing questions. We have Davia Roberts, licensed professional therapist at the table and we’re serving up some real talk on recognizing and navigating toxic behavior because nobody likes a Petty Betty.

In 2020, the weight of our personal lives seeped into our careers more than ever. Some companies took note and made a commitment to integrating mental health and wellness into company culture. I’ve had the pleasure to partner with companies like ServiceNow, Fidelity Investments, and Lululemon to develop therapeutic programming to support the mental health and wellbeing of their staff members.

As a mental health consultant, I cultivate space for professionals to process their feelings and develop new tools for coping. Employees often share how they feel valued when leadership is willing to invest in their wellbeing. Plus, leadership notes the boost in morale. In 2021, I hope more companies become wellness-minded and I’d love to help more companies make the transition. - Davia Roberts



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 04:16] Take a Seat at the Stay A While Table
[04:17 - 10:52] Food Is Love, Therapeutic, and Nourishing
[10:53 - 23:21] Identifying the What and the Who: Behavior, Abuse, and Relationships
[23:22 - 36:55] The Intentional Call to Action - Paving the Path to Maturity
[36:56 - 48:34] Becoming the Most Important Person in Your Life
[48:35 - 52:56] Closing Segment

Key Quotes


“If we don't communicate what those things [boundaries] are, we're going to continue to be in a toxic relationship, because we're both contributing to this pattern of frustration, not having healthy boundaries or healthy communication... It's important to figure out or just start with the question, one, ‘What's really bothering me in this situation?’, ‘What do I need to communicate as far as my hurt?’, and ‘What do I need to communicate for my boundary or my need moving forward so we can have a healthy relationship?’ And lastly, if that doesn't change, what am I willing to do about it?” - Davia Roberts

“When you don't recognize that the environment that nurtured you, and, you know, formed you into the adult that you are, if you're not able to see the dynamics of that, the behavior you're learning is just going to carry over into your adult life, and into your relationships. And until you're able to see that for yourself, then you're not going to make the changes necessary to become an adult, and to be mature. ” - Davia Roberts

“Yes, it is easier said than done. But I'm like, if you want something to be different, imagine or just revisit the discomfort you had when people use those same techniques on you, when someone you cared about didn't speak to you for weeks, when you didn't know what you did wrong, but you could feel the discontent and the strain in the relationship, even though you wanted to fix it.” - Davia Roberts

“Love definitely does not intentionally hurt. And if you have hurt someone and you love them, then you want to resolve that because love should feel good." - Tommi Vincent

“When we love people, and we make a decision to love them well, that means that we can have heavy conversations knowing that both of us have good intentions for one another because there's an understood love there.” - Davia Roberts



Connect with Davia Roberts
Instagram: https://instagram.com/justdavia

Learn more about Davia’s practice, The Carrier Bradley Agency
Website: https://www.carrierbradley.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/carrierbradley_



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47182930Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:22:38 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“Follow the path of peace when we think about unhealthy relationships, not only with others, but within ourselves. Some of us have toxic beliefs about ourselves, limiting thoughts, and self sabotaging behaviors... Allowing yourself to really believe...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Ice Cube once said, “Check yourself before you wreck yourself” and while the song was a bop in the 90s, it still begs the question, “How often do we actually check ourselves?” Do we have the tools we need to recognize when we’re being less than loving? When we’re being petty? Do we know how to course-correct? And then, what about our boundaries? If others don’t know how to check themselves, how do we set proper boundaries to maintain our peace of mind and forward movement? Well, of course we’re not just posing questions. We have Davia Roberts, licensed professional therapist at the table and we’re serving up some real talk on recognizing and navigating toxic behavior because nobody likes a Petty Betty.

In 2020, the weight of our personal lives seeped into our careers more than ever. Some companies took note and made a commitment to integrating mental health and wellness into company culture. I’ve had the pleasure to partner with companies like ServiceNow, Fidelity Investments, and Lululemon to develop therapeutic programming to support the mental health and wellbeing of their staff members.

As a mental health consultant, I cultivate space for professionals to process their feelings and develop new tools for coping. Employees often share how they feel valued when leadership is willing to invest in their wellbeing. Plus, leadership notes the boost in morale. In 2021, I hope more companies become wellness-minded and I’d love to help more companies make the transition. - Davia Roberts



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 04:16] Take a Seat at the Stay A While Table
[04:17 - 10:52] Food Is Love, Therapeutic, and Nourishing
[10:53 - 23:21] Identifying the What and the Who: Behavior, Abuse, and Relationships
[23:22 - 36:55] The Intentional Call to Action - Paving the Path to Maturity
[36:56 - 48:34] Becoming the Most Important Person in Your Life
[48:35 - 52:56] Closing Segment

Key Quotes


“If we don't communicate what those things [boundaries] are, we're going to continue to be in a toxic relationship, because we're both contributing to this pattern of frustration, not having healthy boundaries or healthy communication... It's important to figure out or just start with the question, one, ‘What's really bothering me in this situation?’, ‘What do I need to communicate as far as my hurt?’, and ‘What do I need to communicate for my boundary or my need moving forward so we can have a healthy relationship?’ And lastly, if that doesn't change, what am I willing to do about it?” - Davia Roberts

“When you don't recognize that the environment that nurtured you, and, you know, formed you into the adult that you are, if you're not able to see the dynamics of that, the behavior you're learning is just going to carry over into your adult life, and into your relationships. And until you're able to see that for yourself, then you're not going to make the changes necessary to become an adult, and to be mature. ” - Davia Roberts

“Yes, it is easier said than done. But I'm like, if you want something to be different, imagine or just revisit the discomfort you had when people use those same techniques on you, when someone you cared about didn't speak to you for weeks, when you didn't know what you did wrong, but you could feel the discontent and the strain in the relationship, even though you wanted to fix it.” - Davia Roberts

“Love definitely does not intentionally hurt. And if you have hurt...]]>3176blackpodcast,daviaroberts,empowerment,podcast,podcastforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfcare,selfdevelopment,therapyforblackgirls,tommivincentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-off-your-superwoman-cape-w-elayne-fluker--47062730

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Aren’t you tired of doing it all by yourself? You’ve carried the whole team on your back for too long - whether that team is your family, your work, or others’ problems - and it’s time to put it all down. On this episode, Elayne Fluker host of Support Is Sexy Podcast drops by to share some pointers on letting go of the Superwoman cape. You don’t need it because it is wearing you OUT, sis! Take some notes and remember you deserve to be supported.


Workshop Facilitator, Speaker and Leadership Development Consultant for corporations, organizations and professional women. Creates engaging workshops that shift the mindsets of professional women around the stigma of asking for support and empower them to effectively make "empowered asks" to achieve for success, fulfillment and work-life harmony. Companies get actionable solutions for creating a more supportive and psychologically safe work culture.

➜ Speaker at the UN, LinkedIn, Columbia, NYU, Spelman College, Howard University, the Women Presidents' Organization, Essence Fest, National Urban League and more

➜ Facilitated 200+ in-person workshops in the U.S., Spain, South Africa and Morocco and virtually online, including leadership development and DEI workshops for global firms and Fortune 50 companies

➜ Interviewed and coached more than 500+ women around the world about challenges they encounter when asking for support.

➜ Featured on "Today" show, "Nightline," "Extra," CNN, VH1, BET, Sirius XM and in Forbes, Essence, and 100+ podcasts

➜ Author of the book, “Get Over ‘I Got It” published by HarperCollins Leadership

Specializes in topics related to: Professional women, Women leaders within organizations, Black women.





In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 05:05] It Is Alright to Take the Cape Off
[05:06 - 10:06] Food and Happiness: Building Long Lasting Memories
[10:07 - 31:18] “I Got It” Syndrome - Why We Struggle to Ask For Support
[31:19 - 41:48] The 5 Rs: How to Make an Empowered Ask
[41:49 - 51:06] Crafting the Safe Environment for Vulnerability Warriors
[51:07 - 56:13] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Pause for a second and take a deep breath and say, ‘Am I really creating space for support in my life?’ And sometimes, usually, the answer is no. And it might not be something that is deliberate or conscious. It might be just because you're moving so fast.” - Elayne Fluker

“Sometimes, ask isn't ‘I need support’. Sometimes the ask is ‘I need space,’ or ‘I need time,’ or ‘I need rest’.” - Elayne Fluker


Connect with Elayne Fluker
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Over-Got-Superwoman-Remember/dp/1400213797
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/support-is-sexy-podcast-with-elayne-fluker-interviews/id1129580395


Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47062730Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:57:32 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“Sometimes, the support doesn't come from the universe, from our husbands, from whoever, because you didn't ask them.” - Elayne Fluker Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Aren’t you tired of doing it all by yourself? You’ve carried the whole...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Aren’t you tired of doing it all by yourself? You’ve carried the whole team on your back for too long - whether that team is your family, your work, or others’ problems - and it’s time to put it all down. On this episode, Elayne Fluker host of Support Is Sexy Podcast drops by to share some pointers on letting go of the Superwoman cape. You don’t need it because it is wearing you OUT, sis! Take some notes and remember you deserve to be supported.


Workshop Facilitator, Speaker and Leadership Development Consultant for corporations, organizations and professional women. Creates engaging workshops that shift the mindsets of professional women around the stigma of asking for support and empower them to effectively make "empowered asks" to achieve for success, fulfillment and work-life harmony. Companies get actionable solutions for creating a more supportive and psychologically safe work culture.

➜ Speaker at the UN, LinkedIn, Columbia, NYU, Spelman College, Howard University, the Women Presidents' Organization, Essence Fest, National Urban League and more

➜ Facilitated 200+ in-person workshops in the U.S., Spain, South Africa and Morocco and virtually online, including leadership development and DEI workshops for global firms and Fortune 50 companies

➜ Interviewed and coached more than 500+ women around the world about challenges they encounter when asking for support.

➜ Featured on "Today" show, "Nightline," "Extra," CNN, VH1, BET, Sirius XM and in Forbes, Essence, and 100+ podcasts

➜ Author of the book, “Get Over ‘I Got It” published by HarperCollins Leadership

Specializes in topics related to: Professional women, Women leaders within organizations, Black women.





In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 05:05] It Is Alright to Take the Cape Off
[05:06 - 10:06] Food and Happiness: Building Long Lasting Memories
[10:07 - 31:18] “I Got It” Syndrome - Why We Struggle to Ask For Support
[31:19 - 41:48] The 5 Rs: How to Make an Empowered Ask
[41:49 - 51:06] Crafting the Safe Environment for Vulnerability Warriors
[51:07 - 56:13] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Pause for a second and take a deep breath and say, ‘Am I really creating space for support in my life?’ And sometimes, usually, the answer is no. And it might not be something that is deliberate or conscious. It might be just because you're moving so fast.” - Elayne Fluker

“Sometimes, ask isn't ‘I need support’. Sometimes the ask is ‘I need space,’ or ‘I need time,’ or ‘I need rest’.” - Elayne Fluker


Connect with Elayne Fluker
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Over-Got-Superwoman-Remember/dp/1400213797
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/support-is-sexy-podcast-with-elayne-fluker-interviews/id1129580395


Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your...]]>3373blackpodcasts,inspirational,motivation,podcastsforwomen,women,womenpodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-out-your-faith-in-your-career-and-the-workplace-w-shauna-k--46951643
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! If we do it right, stepping out on faith extends to every area of our lives. Including our career paths and workplaces. We often look to our jobs for stability and security so it can be scary to trust that all our needs will be met when we’re being led to do the unthinkable in our career. But does it have to be scary? And what does it cost us to follow the safe path? Today’s guest, life design expert Shauna K has some inspirational life lessons that will light a fire of faith in you so strong, fear will have nothing else to do but fade away. Come on and meet us at the table for this feast!

Shauna K is a brand cultivator, consultant to visionary people, and creative communication specialist from Baltimore, Maryland. With over 13-years under her entrepreneurial belt, she is known as the brand-building Maven, and has become a sought-after expert in the area of social media strategy and leveraging the art of personal brand building.

Over the past 14 years, Shauna has used her unique approach to brand building to help countless entrepreneurs and business owners hone in on their message, clarify their goals and vision, and continue to build meaningful lives centered on things they feel called to do.


[00:01 - 10:41] Getting to Know Shauna K
[10:42 - 21:15] Faith in the Workplace
[21:16 - 31:13] How to Grow in Your Faith in Every Circumstance
[31:14 - 43:41] How to Find What You Are Called to Do
[43:42 - 49:19] What Makes You Love Monday?
[49:20 - 52:06] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Personally, faith has been the absolute difference maker in everything that I've ever done in life.” - Tommi Vincent

“You're here for a reason. There's something only you can do. And I can show you the path to carve that out.” - Shauna K.

“I'm not here to judge you. I don't care what you do, honestly, my job and the only thing I can control in this life is myself. I literally can't make anyone do anything else. So if I operate in love, maybe that shows you something, maybe it doesn't, but that's not my job.” - Shauna K.

“What are my internal practices that I can implement at any time to help recenter refocus. remember who I am, remember how far I've come, remember who I belong to, so that I don't revert?” - Shauna K


Connect with Shauna
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theshaunak
Website: https://theshaunak.com
Podcast: https://instagram.com/lovemondaypodcast


Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46951643Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:15:10 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“I think it just comes back to leading with love. If we can self determine and define what we really think it means to love and be loving, then when we meet the opposition, it's not as difficult to know how to manage.” - Shauna K Welcome to Stay a...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! If we do it right, stepping out on faith extends to every area of our lives. Including our career paths and workplaces. We often look to our jobs for stability and security so it can be scary to trust that all our needs will be met when we’re being led to do the unthinkable in our career. But does it have to be scary? And what does it cost us to follow the safe path? Today’s guest, life design expert Shauna K has some inspirational life lessons that will light a fire of faith in you so strong, fear will have nothing else to do but fade away. Come on and meet us at the table for this feast!

Shauna K is a brand cultivator, consultant to visionary people, and creative communication specialist from Baltimore, Maryland. With over 13-years under her entrepreneurial belt, she is known as the brand-building Maven, and has become a sought-after expert in the area of social media strategy and leveraging the art of personal brand building.

Over the past 14 years, Shauna has used her unique approach to brand building to help countless entrepreneurs and business owners hone in on their message, clarify their goals and vision, and continue to build meaningful lives centered on things they feel called to do.


[00:01 - 10:41] Getting to Know Shauna K
[10:42 - 21:15] Faith in the Workplace
[21:16 - 31:13] How to Grow in Your Faith in Every Circumstance
[31:14 - 43:41] How to Find What You Are Called to Do
[43:42 - 49:19] What Makes You Love Monday?
[49:20 - 52:06] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Personally, faith has been the absolute difference maker in everything that I've ever done in life.” - Tommi Vincent

“You're here for a reason. There's something only you can do. And I can show you the path to carve that out.” - Shauna K.

“I'm not here to judge you. I don't care what you do, honestly, my job and the only thing I can control in this life is myself. I literally can't make anyone do anything else. So if I operate in love, maybe that shows you something, maybe it doesn't, but that's not my job.” - Shauna K.

“What are my internal practices that I can implement at any time to help recenter refocus. remember who I am, remember how far I've come, remember who I belong to, so that I don't revert?” - Shauna K


Connect with Shauna
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theshaunak
Website: https://theshaunak.com
Podcast: https://instagram.com/lovemondaypodcast


Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>3126faith,faithbasedpodcasts,personaldevelopment,podcastforwomen,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfimprovement,shaunak,sprituality,wellnesspodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/speak-up-how-to-advocate-for-yourself-w-mori-taheripour--46842204

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Whether we are problem-solving a family issue, negotiating a salary, or going back and forth with ourselves in our own minds - we all are constantly figuring out what it means to advocate or negotiate for ourselves. Sometimes it’s easy, other times we’d rather just avoid it. But what if there was a simple way of looking at self-advocacy that if practiced over time could ease all our fears and help us to not only stand up for ourselves but also connect with others more genuinely? Speaker, educator, entrepreneur, and author of Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly, Mori Taheripour takes a seat at the table today to discuss exactly what it means to be a self-advocate and to negotiate without fear.

Mori Taheripour is a globally recognized executive, highly sought-after speaker and negotiation expert who has worked with some of the most iconic sports leagues and Fortune 100 corporations over the past twenty years. She teaches Negotiation and Dispute Resolution at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania where she is a eight-time recipient of awards for excellence in teaching.

Top business publications and media outlets, including ESPN, Forbes, INC, and NPR have featured Mori's work. She is also a contributor to sports discussions on Wharton Business Daily on SiriusXM. Her current and past clients include Goldman Sachs Foundation, Major League Baseball (MLB), National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), National Football League (NFL), The Timberland Company, United Parcel Service (UPS), Wasserman, Wells Fargo, and the White House Fellows Program.

Mori is a member of the Board of Directors for USA Track and Field (USATF), a member of the Board of Trustees of the Women's Sports Foundation, and an Advisory Board Member of the Sports Leadership & Administration Undergraduate Degree Program at UMass, Boston​.

Mori earned her B.A. from Barnard College of Columbia University, her M.B.A. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University. Mori's first book, Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly, was published by Penguin Random House.




In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 02:38] The Power of Negotiation in Our Lives - Advocate For Yourself
[02:39 - 12:44] Mori Taheripour On Food and Healing
[12:45 - 23:48] The Constant Internal Battle to Show Up with Authenticity
[23:49 - 34:41] You’re Not Making it If You’re Faking it
[34:42 - 54:45] It Takes Courage and Honesty to Figure it Out
[54:46 - 57:31] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“I allow myself to be my whole self. And, and that's not necessarily easy for I think women to do, especially because we do feel that judgment, and then that judgment is something we sort of hold ourselves to as well.” - Mori Taheripour

“If you can't make things better for you first, then how are you going to do it for them?” - Mori Taheripour

“You can't be that profoundly strong advocate that you need to be for yourself when you don't really even believe that you're sort of pretending it.” - Mori Taheripour

“Honoring that process and season of our life, I think, is so important because if we don't honor it, then we'll just rush through it. And we'll miss the parts that matter the most that ultimately play such a huge role.” - Tommi Vincent



Connect with Mori Taheripour
Website: www.moritaheripour.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bring-Yourself-Connection-Negotiate-Fearlessly/dp/052554030X


Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46842204Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:15:06 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“The truth and honesty that comes with saying, ‘I'm struggling, or I need help, or I want to be better. So this is what I'm going to commit to.’ It is so powerful, but it takes a lot of courage.” - Mori Taheripour Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Whether we are problem-solving a family issue, negotiating a salary, or going back and forth with ourselves in our own minds - we all are constantly figuring out what it means to advocate or negotiate for ourselves. Sometimes it’s easy, other times we’d rather just avoid it. But what if there was a simple way of looking at self-advocacy that if practiced over time could ease all our fears and help us to not only stand up for ourselves but also connect with others more genuinely? Speaker, educator, entrepreneur, and author of Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly, Mori Taheripour takes a seat at the table today to discuss exactly what it means to be a self-advocate and to negotiate without fear.

Mori Taheripour is a globally recognized executive, highly sought-after speaker and negotiation expert who has worked with some of the most iconic sports leagues and Fortune 100 corporations over the past twenty years. She teaches Negotiation and Dispute Resolution at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania where she is a eight-time recipient of awards for excellence in teaching.

Top business publications and media outlets, including ESPN, Forbes, INC, and NPR have featured Mori's work. She is also a contributor to sports discussions on Wharton Business Daily on SiriusXM. Her current and past clients include Goldman Sachs Foundation, Major League Baseball (MLB), National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), National Football League (NFL), The Timberland Company, United Parcel Service (UPS), Wasserman, Wells Fargo, and the White House Fellows Program.

Mori is a member of the Board of Directors for USA Track and Field (USATF), a member of the Board of Trustees of the Women's Sports Foundation, and an Advisory Board Member of the Sports Leadership & Administration Undergraduate Degree Program at UMass, Boston​.

Mori earned her B.A. from Barnard College of Columbia University, her M.B.A. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University. Mori's first book, Bring Yourself: How to Harness the Power of Connection to Negotiate Fearlessly, was published by Penguin Random House.




In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 02:38] The Power of Negotiation in Our Lives - Advocate For Yourself
[02:39 - 12:44] Mori Taheripour On Food and Healing
[12:45 - 23:48] The Constant Internal Battle to Show Up with Authenticity
[23:49 - 34:41] You’re Not Making it If You’re Faking it
[34:42 - 54:45] It Takes Courage and Honesty to Figure it Out
[54:46 - 57:31] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“I allow myself to be my whole self. And, and that's not necessarily easy for I think women to do, especially because we do feel that judgment, and then that judgment is something we sort of hold ourselves to as well.” - Mori Taheripour

“If you can't make things better for you first, then how are you going to do it for them?” - Mori Taheripour

“You can't be that profoundly strong advocate that you need to be for yourself when you don't really even believe that you're sort of pretending it.” - Mori Taheripour

“Honoring that process and season of our life, I think, is so important because if we don't honor it, then we'll just rush through it. And we'll miss the parts that matter the most that ultimately play such a huge role.” - Tommi Vincent



Connect with Mori Taheripour
Website: www.moritaheripour.com
Book: 3451inspiration,lifestylepodcasts,motivation,podcast,podcastforwomen,societyandculture,wellnesspodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maintaining-joy-in-the-time-of-crisis-w-diahann-billings-burford--46735622
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! It’s always so hard to remain joyful and optimistic when life gets so difficult and when it seems nothing is going our way. Now more than ever, especially that the pandemic is still ongoing and everything seems hanging in the air, finding ways to stay grounded and joyful is more important than they’ve ever been. And understanding exactly where our joy comes from is paramount.

In this episode, Diahann Billings-Burford shares how she remains rooted and joyous even in the hard times and how looking within is often the best answer to life’s hard questions. Diahann is a nationally recognized change agent. As the Chief Executive Officer of the RISE (Ross Initiative on Sports Equality), the nation’s leading sports organization improving race relations and fighting for social justice, she consistently directs her efforts to engage the sports industry to affect change.


In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 10:47] Getting to Know Diahann
[10:48 - 24:00] Not Everything is a Crisis
[24:01 - 36:35] How to Maintain Joy in Time of Crisis
[36:36 - 39:32] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“It’s gonna be okay. You’re perfectly fine. We are sitting here all together, all alive, all eating. We’re good.” - Diahann Billings-Burford

“The most important part of this Christian walk is choice.” - Diahann Billings-Burford

“Someone else can’t make the choice for you. You have to make the choice for yourself.” - Diahann Billings-Burford



Connect with Diahann
Website: www.risetowin.org
LinkedIn: @diahann-billings-burford-ab030885
Facebook: diahann.billingsburford



Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46735622Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:15:15 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“One of the things just for me personally: The ability to maintain my joy is recognizing that everything is not a crisis.” - Tommi Vincent Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! It’s always so hard to remain joyful and optimistic when life gets...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! It’s always so hard to remain joyful and optimistic when life gets so difficult and when it seems nothing is going our way. Now more than ever, especially that the pandemic is still ongoing and everything seems hanging in the air, finding ways to stay grounded and joyful is more important than they’ve ever been. And understanding exactly where our joy comes from is paramount.

In this episode, Diahann Billings-Burford shares how she remains rooted and joyous even in the hard times and how looking within is often the best answer to life’s hard questions. Diahann is a nationally recognized change agent. As the Chief Executive Officer of the RISE (Ross Initiative on Sports Equality), the nation’s leading sports organization improving race relations and fighting for social justice, she consistently directs her efforts to engage the sports industry to affect change.


In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 10:47] Getting to Know Diahann
[10:48 - 24:00] Not Everything is a Crisis
[24:01 - 36:35] How to Maintain Joy in Time of Crisis
[36:36 - 39:32] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“It’s gonna be okay. You’re perfectly fine. We are sitting here all together, all alive, all eating. We’re good.” - Diahann Billings-Burford

“The most important part of this Christian walk is choice.” - Diahann Billings-Burford

“Someone else can’t make the choice for you. You have to make the choice for yourself.” - Diahann Billings-Burford



Connect with Diahann
Website: www.risetowin.org
LinkedIn: @diahann-billings-burford-ab030885
Facebook: diahann.billingsburford



Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>2373blackpodcasts,dihannbillingsburford,inspirationalpodcasts,lifestyle,maintainingjoy,mentalhealth,nfl,podcast,podcastsforwomen,selfcarepodcast,spirituality,stayawhilepodcast,tommivincent,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-to-speak-up-for-our-mental-health-w-dr-dominique-broussard--46632647

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! If you’re tired of feeling worn out, stressed, and like you’re stuck in the same sick mental and emotional rut, this episode is for you! Licensed psychologist Dr. Dominique Broussard aka “Dr. Dom” has some immediately actionable tools to help all of us speak up and out for our mental and emotional health. Whether you’re 25 or 75, right now is always the best time to learn how to give yourself what you need. For some of us it might be taking inventory of how much sleep we’re getting (or not). For others it may be checking in on our spiritual practice. Dr. Dom breaks down her top three strategies for ensuring alignment and exactly what we need to find our voice and speak up for our mental health.

More affectionately known as, Dr. Dom, I was born and raised in New Orleans. I received a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and a Master's degree in Community Counseling from The University of Georgia. My Bachelor's degree is in Psychology from Loyola University New Orleans. My career has focused on providing therapy and teaching at college campuses in Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, and California. While I am unapologetically here to provide care for Black people, I use a culturally responsive approach to make clients from any background feel welcome. When I am not seeing clients through my private practice, you may find me working with college students at the University of San Francisco or creating space for Black women through my co-hosted podcast, Cultivating H.E.R. Space. My loves (in no particular order): reading good books, my family, friends, podcasting, traveling, Peloton workouts, and wine.



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 02:41] The Key Ingredients to Embracing your True, Authentic Self
[02:42 - 17:27] Introducing Dr. Dominique Broussard
[17:28 - 38:35] Getting Into Mental Alignment to Be at Our 100%
[38:36 - 54:12] Being in Tune With Yourself to Recognize the Signs
[54:13 - 56:25] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“When we sleep, when we rest, that's our brain, our mind's opportunity to reset and restore.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“More importantly, when you get enough sleep, when you have enough rest, you're able to show up in all of the spaces that need you with a clear mind.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“Having that moment to be still really allows yourself that time to process all the thoughts that you might be having. It allows you to clear some of those thoughts. It allows you to get in tune with what you really need in those moments of quiet in those moments of stillness. ” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“If you're not truly in tune with yourself, and you're in that focus of being on the grind, then you might not notice it.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“When you learn to say no to other people, it also, on the flip side, teaches you to seek consent from other people...so that you can honor other people's boundaries as well.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard


Connect with Dr. Dominique Broussard
Podcast: Cultivating H.E.R. Space
Website: www.drdominiquebroussard.com




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46632647Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:20:12 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“If you know that you're not a person who's easily irritated, and you find yourself becoming easily irritated, that might be a definite sign that you are out of mental alignment. If the things that normally bring you joy, you're no longer interested...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! If you’re tired of feeling worn out, stressed, and like you’re stuck in the same sick mental and emotional rut, this episode is for you! Licensed psychologist Dr. Dominique Broussard aka “Dr. Dom” has some immediately actionable tools to help all of us speak up and out for our mental and emotional health. Whether you’re 25 or 75, right now is always the best time to learn how to give yourself what you need. For some of us it might be taking inventory of how much sleep we’re getting (or not). For others it may be checking in on our spiritual practice. Dr. Dom breaks down her top three strategies for ensuring alignment and exactly what we need to find our voice and speak up for our mental health.

More affectionately known as, Dr. Dom, I was born and raised in New Orleans. I received a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and a Master's degree in Community Counseling from The University of Georgia. My Bachelor's degree is in Psychology from Loyola University New Orleans. My career has focused on providing therapy and teaching at college campuses in Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, and California. While I am unapologetically here to provide care for Black people, I use a culturally responsive approach to make clients from any background feel welcome. When I am not seeing clients through my private practice, you may find me working with college students at the University of San Francisco or creating space for Black women through my co-hosted podcast, Cultivating H.E.R. Space. My loves (in no particular order): reading good books, my family, friends, podcasting, traveling, Peloton workouts, and wine.



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 02:41] The Key Ingredients to Embracing your True, Authentic Self
[02:42 - 17:27] Introducing Dr. Dominique Broussard
[17:28 - 38:35] Getting Into Mental Alignment to Be at Our 100%
[38:36 - 54:12] Being in Tune With Yourself to Recognize the Signs
[54:13 - 56:25] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“When we sleep, when we rest, that's our brain, our mind's opportunity to reset and restore.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“More importantly, when you get enough sleep, when you have enough rest, you're able to show up in all of the spaces that need you with a clear mind.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“Having that moment to be still really allows yourself that time to process all the thoughts that you might be having. It allows you to clear some of those thoughts. It allows you to get in tune with what you really need in those moments of quiet in those moments of stillness. ” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“If you're not truly in tune with yourself, and you're in that focus of being on the grind, then you might not notice it.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard

“When you learn to say no to other people, it also, on the flip side, teaches you to seek consent from other people...so that you can honor other people's boundaries as well.” - Dr. Dominique Broussard


Connect with Dr. Dominique Broussard
Podcast: Cultivating H.E.R. Space
Website: www.drdominiquebroussard.com




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi...]]>3385drdominiquebroussard,inherspacepodcast,inspirationpodcasts,mentalhealth,podcast,podcastforwomen,selfcare,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-2-trailer-the-table-is-set-stay-a-while-is-back-are-you-ready--46632592
In season one, we prepared the table full of fellowship and affirmation, in season two, we're serving more soul food from an array of women whose voices are powerful and authentic.
Put your bags down and pull up a seat. You are listening to stay awhile. The podcast with TommI Vincent.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46632592Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:15:06 +0000Tommi A. VincentThe table is set. Stay A While is back. Are you ready? In season one, we prepared the table full of fellowship and affirmation, in season two, we're serving more soul food from an array of women whose voices are powerful and authentic. Put your bags...
In season one, we prepared the table full of fellowship and affirmation, in season two, we're serving more soul food from an array of women whose voices are powerful and authentic.
Put your bags down and pull up a seat. You are listening to stay awhile. The podcast with TommI Vincent.]]>148inspirationpodcast,podcast,podcastfrowomen,selfcare,wellnesspodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/managing-your-mental-addressing-self-sabotage-and-negative-thinking--44125928

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Imposter syndrome. Anxiety. Fear of growth. We have all faced opposition, within ourselves, at some point in our lives. Second-guessing yourself is the hallmark of an identity crisis. So how do you overcome self-doubt, and breakthrough to putting it all on the line to bet on yourself? Today's guest, Topeka K. Sam, takes her seat at the table to help us to tap into the queen within all of us.

Topeka K. Sam is the Founder and Executive Director of The Ladies of Hope Ministries
– The LOHM – whose mission is to help disenfranchised and marginalized women and
girls transition back into society through resources and access to high-quality
education, entrepreneurship, spiritual empowerment, advocacy and housing. She is
also the co-founder of Hope House NYC - a safe housing space for women and
girls. Topeka serves on the board of directors for Grassroots Leadership and is now
the first formerly incarcerated person on the board of The Marshall Project.

She is a Beyond the Bars 2015 Fellow and a 2016 Justice-In-Education Scholar both from
Columbia University, a 2017 Soros Justice Advocacy Fellow working on Probation and
Parole Accountability, a 2018 Unlocked Futures Inaugural Cohort Member, 2018
Opportunity Agenda Communications Institute Fellow, Director of #Dignity Campaign
for #cut50, Host of “The Topeka K. Sam Show” on SiriusXM UrbanView Channel 126
Sundays 9am est., and has recently signed a development deal as Executive
Producer for a scripted and unscripted series inspired by her fight to change the
many problems that plague female incarceration with 44 Blue Productions.

Topeka has been featured in Vogue, SalonTV, Vice, New York Times. She has been
featured in Glamour Magazine and Black Enterprise for being “The Black Woman
behind the video that led to the Trump Clemency of Alice Johnson.” She has spoken
at the 2018 United States of the Woman Conference, 2018 Women in the World
Conference, 2018 White House Prison Reform Summit and is a TedxMidAtlantic
Superheros Presenter.

She has worked and continues to work selflessly and relentlessly in her fight for the
dignity, decriminalization and decarceration of women and girls. Topeka has
accomplished this and more since her release from Federal Prison May 2015.




In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 04:15] Serving Up Self Care and Mental Wellness
[04:16 - 12:08] Getting to Know Topeka K. Sam
[12:09 - 25:31] Step Out of Fear and Reject World Worthiness
[25:32 - 42:14] Break Away from the Prison of Our Own Minds
[42:15 - 49:15] Closing Segment


Key Quotes


“When we're little girls who haven't gone through that healing process, we become grown women who are still living in that. And it just hurts, like it breaks my heart.” - Topeka K. Sam

“There are times that we just don't know, because we're not exposed. But I also know because we are creatures of God, the Divine, the Creator, that there is something inevitable in our spirit that will tell us what feels good and what does not feel good, what feels right and what feels wrong. And that's when you smoke about fear. It's to decide whether or not you want to continually live in that mess.” - Topeka K. Sam

“But if you know leaving with nothing will be better than staying with whatever you have been, that is your strength and you use your point, those obstacles as stepping stones and not barriers.”- Topeka K. Sam


Connect with Topeka K. Sam
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/topekaksam
Website: https://thelohm.org/


Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44125928Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:35:08 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“In my opinion, there's no such thing as failure. Everything is a blessing. And everything is a learning experience. And if you look at everything in that lens, then whatever blessing and lesson that you can take from that experience, you can utilize...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Imposter syndrome. Anxiety. Fear of growth. We have all faced opposition, within ourselves, at some point in our lives. Second-guessing yourself is the hallmark of an identity crisis. So how do you overcome self-doubt, and breakthrough to putting it all on the line to bet on yourself? Today's guest, Topeka K. Sam, takes her seat at the table to help us to tap into the queen within all of us.

Topeka K. Sam is the Founder and Executive Director of The Ladies of Hope Ministries
– The LOHM – whose mission is to help disenfranchised and marginalized women and
girls transition back into society through resources and access to high-quality
education, entrepreneurship, spiritual empowerment, advocacy and housing. She is
also the co-founder of Hope House NYC - a safe housing space for women and
girls. Topeka serves on the board of directors for Grassroots Leadership and is now
the first formerly incarcerated person on the board of The Marshall Project.

She is a Beyond the Bars 2015 Fellow and a 2016 Justice-In-Education Scholar both from
Columbia University, a 2017 Soros Justice Advocacy Fellow working on Probation and
Parole Accountability, a 2018 Unlocked Futures Inaugural Cohort Member, 2018
Opportunity Agenda Communications Institute Fellow, Director of #Dignity Campaign
for #cut50, Host of “The Topeka K. Sam Show” on SiriusXM UrbanView Channel 126
Sundays 9am est., and has recently signed a development deal as Executive
Producer for a scripted and unscripted series inspired by her fight to change the
many problems that plague female incarceration with 44 Blue Productions.

Topeka has been featured in Vogue, SalonTV, Vice, New York Times. She has been
featured in Glamour Magazine and Black Enterprise for being “The Black Woman
behind the video that led to the Trump Clemency of Alice Johnson.” She has spoken
at the 2018 United States of the Woman Conference, 2018 Women in the World
Conference, 2018 White House Prison Reform Summit and is a TedxMidAtlantic
Superheros Presenter.

She has worked and continues to work selflessly and relentlessly in her fight for the
dignity, decriminalization and decarceration of women and girls. Topeka has
accomplished this and more since her release from Federal Prison May 2015.




In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 04:15] Serving Up Self Care and Mental Wellness
[04:16 - 12:08] Getting to Know Topeka K. Sam
[12:09 - 25:31] Step Out of Fear and Reject World Worthiness
[25:32 - 42:14] Break Away from the Prison of Our Own Minds
[42:15 - 49:15] Closing Segment


Key Quotes


“When we're little girls who haven't gone through that healing process, we become grown women who are still living in that. And it just hurts, like it breaks my heart.” - Topeka K. Sam

“There are times that we just don't know, because we're not exposed. But I also know because we are creatures of God, the Divine, the Creator, that there is something inevitable in our spirit that will tell us what feels good and what does not feel good, what feels right and what feels wrong. And that's when you smoke about fear. It's to decide whether or not you want to continually live in that mess.” - Topeka K. Sam

“But if you know leaving with nothing will be better than staying with whatever you have been, that is your strength and you use your point, those obstacles as stepping stones and not barriers.”- Topeka...]]>2955blackpodcasts,culture,faithbased,inspirationalpodcasts,motivationalspeaker,podcasts,podcastsforwomen,selfcare,tommivincent,topekasamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/things-never-said-the-importance-of-communication-and-having-hard-conversations--44028345

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! The hardest conversation to have is a truthful one with yourself. The truth helps and we must be willing to go there to get where we desire to go. Once you have mastered being honest with yourself, external communications come easy. Guest Melissa Dawn-Simkins takes her seat at the table to help us get real with the most important person in our life, ourselves.

Melissa Dawn Simkins, affectionately known as "The First Lady of Personal Branding," is a pioneer in personal brand leadership with a proven track record of advising Fortune 100 organizations, CEOs, C-suite executives and influencers. She is a sought-after strategist on how to lead change in the face of adversity. As a mother, wife and leader she resets the standard to define a new success paradigm called "whole life leadership" focused on purpose-driven work and well-being. Relevance and readiness are core to her approach as she gives insight around future-ready talent development, whole life leadership and brand leadership innovation.

She is CEO of Velvet Suite® (www.velvetsuite.com) an award-winning leadership innovation firm advancing the future of profit through people. She is the Founder of The She-Suite®, the female-focused platform of Velvet Suite on a mission to break the outdated paradigm of work by empowering working women to boldly design a career and life with purpose (theshesuite.com). The She-Suite Brand Leadership Institute (BLI), is the only online leadership readiness platform community with proven results to ready, retain and advance all women and women of color who work for large enterprises.


In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 02:35] Serving Up Some Truth: Being Honest with Yourself
[02:36 - 07:31] Introducing Melissa Dawn Simkins’ Thoughts on Food
[07:32 - 27:44] The Toughest Conversation to Have: Are You Being Truthful to Yourself?
[27:45 - 35:55] Becoming Better Communicators for Ourselves and Others
[35:56 - 40:47] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“The toughest conversation to have is the truthful one that is necessary for us to have with ourselves in order for us to shed anything in our life that is prohibiting us from becoming everything that God created us to be.” - Tommi Vincent

“There's the saying, ‘The truth hurts.’ And I believe quite the opposite, ‘The truth helps.’ And when we're able to be truthful with ourselves, we are laying a foundation for some serious healing, some serious development.” - Tommi Vincent

“It starts with embracing being different and not only embracing being different, but the perspective that difference is valuable. Difference adds more value.” - Melissa Dawn Simkins

“It is work, even all of that grace, the loving on you, that's work. Because it's not something that comes a lot of times intuitively… We're quick to critique ourselves with each other, but loving on yourself, that's work.” - Melissa Dawn Simkins


Connect with Melissa Dawn Simkins
Website: https://www.melissadawnsimkins.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Brand-Me-Make-Your-Mark/dp/1514409399




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44028345Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:35:08 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“That's the hard conversation because you got to be vulnerable enough and humble enough to say, there's something more there's something I can do better. Maybe I missed it.” - Melissa Dawn Simkins Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! The...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! The hardest conversation to have is a truthful one with yourself. The truth helps and we must be willing to go there to get where we desire to go. Once you have mastered being honest with yourself, external communications come easy. Guest Melissa Dawn-Simkins takes her seat at the table to help us get real with the most important person in our life, ourselves.

Melissa Dawn Simkins, affectionately known as "The First Lady of Personal Branding," is a pioneer in personal brand leadership with a proven track record of advising Fortune 100 organizations, CEOs, C-suite executives and influencers. She is a sought-after strategist on how to lead change in the face of adversity. As a mother, wife and leader she resets the standard to define a new success paradigm called "whole life leadership" focused on purpose-driven work and well-being. Relevance and readiness are core to her approach as she gives insight around future-ready talent development, whole life leadership and brand leadership innovation.

She is CEO of Velvet Suite® (www.velvetsuite.com) an award-winning leadership innovation firm advancing the future of profit through people. She is the Founder of The She-Suite®, the female-focused platform of Velvet Suite on a mission to break the outdated paradigm of work by empowering working women to boldly design a career and life with purpose (theshesuite.com). The She-Suite Brand Leadership Institute (BLI), is the only online leadership readiness platform community with proven results to ready, retain and advance all women and women of color who work for large enterprises.


In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 02:35] Serving Up Some Truth: Being Honest with Yourself
[02:36 - 07:31] Introducing Melissa Dawn Simkins’ Thoughts on Food
[07:32 - 27:44] The Toughest Conversation to Have: Are You Being Truthful to Yourself?
[27:45 - 35:55] Becoming Better Communicators for Ourselves and Others
[35:56 - 40:47] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“The toughest conversation to have is the truthful one that is necessary for us to have with ourselves in order for us to shed anything in our life that is prohibiting us from becoming everything that God created us to be.” - Tommi Vincent

“There's the saying, ‘The truth hurts.’ And I believe quite the opposite, ‘The truth helps.’ And when we're able to be truthful with ourselves, we are laying a foundation for some serious healing, some serious development.” - Tommi Vincent

“It starts with embracing being different and not only embracing being different, but the perspective that difference is valuable. Difference adds more value.” - Melissa Dawn Simkins

“It is work, even all of that grace, the loving on you, that's work. Because it's not something that comes a lot of times intuitively… We're quick to critique ourselves with each other, but loving on yourself, that's work.” - Melissa Dawn Simkins


Connect with Melissa Dawn Simkins
Website: https://www.melissadawnsimkins.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Brand-Me-Make-Your-Mark/dp/1514409399




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue...]]>2447blackpodcasts,blackstories,careerpodcasts,culture,development,entrepreneur,faithbased,female,femalepodcasts,podcasts,podcastsforwomen,professional,society,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-your-voice-the-journey-of-appreciating-who-you-are--43929422

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Even though we’re all on a journey, too often we live with only the destination in mind. Yet, it’s the trials and experiences of the journey that shape us into who we are and will become. We cannot take them for granted. So how do you open yourself up to learning the lessons of your experiences, without guilt, to discover, accept and own who you were destined to be? Today’s guest, Mahogany L. Browne joins us at the table to share what it took for her to find her voice, and make sure it's heard.


Mahogany L. Browne was born in Oakland, California but has been based in Brooklyn,
NY for over 15 years. A strong, black woman, Browne is unapologetic in her work as a
poet, author, and activist. She uses her personal experience with addiction, racism,
sexism, and oppression to inspire her own brand of shameless, authentic work.
In the beginning, encouragement was elusive for Browne. During a high school honors English class, she was told not to write poetry, and dropped out the next semester.

Finding the strength to persevere, the young poet went on to graduate from the MFA
Writing and Activism program at Pratt Institute. Browne’s talent and personal struggles
have proved to make her success today proof of her undeniable persistence.

Browne has been featured in the PBS NewsHour segment, Brief But Spectacular,
reading her poem “Black Girl Magic” about the struggles facing African-American
women and girls in modern society. She has been featured in HBO’s Brave New Voices
as the artistic director at Urban Word NYC. She is the publisher of Penmanship Books,
curator of the Nuyorican Poets Cafe Friday Night Slam, founder of the Women Writers of Color Reading Room, and the director of Black Lives Matter at Pratt Institute.

A Cave Canem fellow and Agnes Gund Fund Recipient, Browne has published several
poetry collections and books, including Black Girl Magic, Kissing Caskets, Redbone,
and Dear Twitter: Love Letters Hashed Out Online. She has also released five LPs,
including a live album, Sheroshima. Her poetry has appeared in Pluck, The Manhattanville Review, Muzzle, among others.



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 05:30] A Three Course Meal Serving Up!
[05:31 - 13:56] All About Mahogany L. Browne
[13:57 - 29:52] Choose Your Path and Stop Rejecting Yourself
[29:53 - 50:28] Getting into the Headspace to Reflect our Soul
[50:29 - 51:25] Food for the Soul on Self-Worth and Comfort
[51:26 - 55:08] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“By myself, I was like, this is the life here. We are young, black, alive and free right now in this time, and we get to dictate what the sound of tomorrow is, of course, I'm alive.” - Mahogany L. Browne

“You need just to remind yourself to stay on your path and not forget your own self in that journey.” - Mahogany L. Browne

“You get lost in life. Life starts doing you versus you doing life. And so the ability to come into this space where I'm alive, once you get there, once you recognize where you've been, and where you are now, you will never go back.” - Tommi Vincent

“Internalize their inability to see my trueness. And in their inability to see me, I have to come back around...And I remember who the hell I am. But nah, I've survived so much. If you can't see it, you're in the way. You're not supposed to be here. You are taking up space.” - Mahogany L. Browne




Connect with Mahogany L. Browne
Instagram: instagram.com/mobrowne
Website: https://mobrowne.com/index.html
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Chlorine-Sky-Mahogany-L-Browne/dp/0593176391




Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43929422Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:30:03 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“This is your time, this is where you get to choose your path. And loving myself is the only way. Anything that isn't supporting me loving myself is in the way.” - Mahogany L. Browne Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Even though we’re all...

Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Even though we’re all on a journey, too often we live with only the destination in mind. Yet, it’s the trials and experiences of the journey that shape us into who we are and will become. We cannot take them for granted. So how do you open yourself up to learning the lessons of your experiences, without guilt, to discover, accept and own who you were destined to be? Today’s guest, Mahogany L. Browne joins us at the table to share what it took for her to find her voice, and make sure it's heard.


Mahogany L. Browne was born in Oakland, California but has been based in Brooklyn,
NY for over 15 years. A strong, black woman, Browne is unapologetic in her work as a
poet, author, and activist. She uses her personal experience with addiction, racism,
sexism, and oppression to inspire her own brand of shameless, authentic work.
In the beginning, encouragement was elusive for Browne. During a high school honors English class, she was told not to write poetry, and dropped out the next semester.

Finding the strength to persevere, the young poet went on to graduate from the MFA
Writing and Activism program at Pratt Institute. Browne’s talent and personal struggles
have proved to make her success today proof of her undeniable persistence.

Browne has been featured in the PBS NewsHour segment, Brief But Spectacular,
reading her poem “Black Girl Magic” about the struggles facing African-American
women and girls in modern society. She has been featured in HBO’s Brave New Voices
as the artistic director at Urban Word NYC. She is the publisher of Penmanship Books,
curator of the Nuyorican Poets Cafe Friday Night Slam, founder of the Women Writers of Color Reading Room, and the director of Black Lives Matter at Pratt Institute.

A Cave Canem fellow and Agnes Gund Fund Recipient, Browne has published several
poetry collections and books, including Black Girl Magic, Kissing Caskets, Redbone,
and Dear Twitter: Love Letters Hashed Out Online. She has also released five LPs,
including a live album, Sheroshima. Her poetry has appeared in Pluck, The Manhattanville Review, Muzzle, among others.



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 05:30] A Three Course Meal Serving Up!
[05:31 - 13:56] All About Mahogany L. Browne
[13:57 - 29:52] Choose Your Path and Stop Rejecting Yourself
[29:53 - 50:28] Getting into the Headspace to Reflect our Soul
[50:29 - 51:25] Food for the Soul on Self-Worth and Comfort
[51:26 - 55:08] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“By myself, I was like, this is the life here. We are young, black, alive and free right now in this time, and we get to dictate what the sound of tomorrow is, of course, I'm alive.” - Mahogany L. Browne

“You need just to remind yourself to stay on your path and not forget your own self in that journey.” - Mahogany L. Browne

“You get lost in life. Life starts doing you versus you doing life. And so the ability to come into this space where I'm alive, once you get there, once you recognize where you've been, and where you are now, you will never go back.” - Tommi Vincent

“Internalize their inability to see my trueness. And in their inability to see me, I have to come back around...And I remember who the hell I am. But nah, I've survived so much. If you can't see it, you're in the way. You're not supposed to be here. You are taking up space.” - Mahogany L. Browne




Connect with Mahogany L. Browne
Instagram: instagram.com/mobrowne
Website: 3308blackgirlmagic,mahoganybrowne,mentalhealth,personaldevelopment,podcasts,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,spirituality,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-family-hustle-is-there-balance-when-mixing-business-w-family--43822212
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! We often hear from people to separate business from family matters. It makes sense at first since business is very impersonal whereas family is personal. Still, there are people who view family and marriage as a business and they’re as successful as those who separate the personal from the professional. Why is that?

Our guest for today, Danisha Rolle, shares her thoughts on mixing business and family. Danisha is an experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the sports industry. Skilled in Advertising, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, and Public Speaking. Strong business development professional graduated from Florida A & M University, Pepperdine University and went through an Executive MBA program at The George Washington University - School of Business.

In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 09:10] Getting to Know Danisha
[09:11 - 19:43] The Most Important Business For Couples
[19:44 - 29:51] The Reality About Taking on a Journey
[29:52 - 39:30] Balance Is Not Achievable
[39:31 - 49:04] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“In order for me to be optimal and really there for my children, my cup needs to be full.” - Danisha Rolle

“One thing about my journey is that...it is a journey with peaks and valleys. At the end of the day, I’ve never thought about quitting.” - Danisha Rolle

“In order to make something happen, you have to be focused on that one thing.” - Danisha Rolle



Connect with Danisha Rolle
Website: https://setmagazine.com/
Twitter & Instagram: @d_rolle
LinkedIn: @danisha-rolle-75906b11
Facebook: danisha.hemphillrolle



Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43822212Wed, 10 Mar 2021 11:15:09 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“Food is amazing when you treat it properly when you honor it. There’s so much life that comes from our opportunity to break bread and to share food together.” - Tommi Vincent Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! We often hear from people to...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! We often hear from people to separate business from family matters. It makes sense at first since business is very impersonal whereas family is personal. Still, there are people who view family and marriage as a business and they’re as successful as those who separate the personal from the professional. Why is that?

Our guest for today, Danisha Rolle, shares her thoughts on mixing business and family. Danisha is an experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the sports industry. Skilled in Advertising, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, and Public Speaking. Strong business development professional graduated from Florida A & M University, Pepperdine University and went through an Executive MBA program at The George Washington University - School of Business.

In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 09:10] Getting to Know Danisha
[09:11 - 19:43] The Most Important Business For Couples
[19:44 - 29:51] The Reality About Taking on a Journey
[29:52 - 39:30] Balance Is Not Achievable
[39:31 - 49:04] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“In order for me to be optimal and really there for my children, my cup needs to be full.” - Danisha Rolle

“One thing about my journey is that...it is a journey with peaks and valleys. At the end of the day, I’ve never thought about quitting.” - Danisha Rolle

“In order to make something happen, you have to be focused on that one thing.” - Danisha Rolle



Connect with Danisha Rolle
Website: https://setmagazine.com/
Twitter & Instagram: @d_rolle
LinkedIn: @danisha-rolle-75906b11
Facebook: danisha.hemphillrolle



Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>2945healing,motherhood,parenthood,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfcare,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unequally-yolked-finding-the-courage-to-shed-relationships-that-no-longer-serve-you--43714113
About Brianna Parker: 4:01
Getting to a Place of Healing: 27:57
Loving People From a Distance: 29:45
Walk Away, When You're Not Being Met Halfway: 41:47
How To Shake Fear Always Choose Yourself First: 43:52
Know Who You Are, Before People Try To Make You Someone Else 50:40


Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
https://www.instagram.com/cheftommiv

Guest: Dr.Brianna K. Parker
https://www.instagram.com/rev_bri

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia


Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43714113Wed, 03 Mar 2021 11:30:07 +0000Tommi A. VincentGrowth is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t make it easy. Throughout the journey, people come into our lives for seasons - some short, others long. So what do you do when it’s time to move beyond your current season, and leave some...
About Brianna Parker: 4:01
Getting to a Place of Healing: 27:57
Loving People From a Distance: 29:45
Walk Away, When You're Not Being Met Halfway: 41:47
How To Shake Fear Always Choose Yourself First: 43:52
Know Who You Are, Before People Try To Make You Someone Else 50:40


Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
https://www.instagram.com/cheftommiv

Guest: Dr.Brianna K. Parker
https://www.instagram.com/rev_bri

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia


Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz]]>3925blackchurch,briannaparker,faithbasedpodcasts,personaldevelopment,podcastsforwomen,profesionaldevelopment,selfcare,supersoulsunday,tommivincent,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minding-your-business-moving-beyond-social-barriers-to-walk-in-your-purpose--43618990
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Growth is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t make it easy. Throughout the journey, people come into our lives for seasons - some short, others long. So what do you do when it’s time to move beyond your current season, and leave some relationships in the past? How do you identify what relationships are serving you well, and which aren’t? Most importantly, how do you find the courage to separate when you’re not ready? Guest Brianna K. Parker takes her seat at the table to explore why we all should push past the fear and do what’s best for us.

Rev. Dr. Brianna K. Parker is an experienced coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. She is a highly sought-after preacher, public speaker, millennial engagement coach, and ministry consultant. She is a curator and founder of the Black Millennial Cafe, a suite of services to improve outreach to millennials, lecturing and presenting empirical data on black millennials and faith nationwide.


[00:01 - 15:58] Getting to Know Brianna
[15:59 - 31:54] Don’t Be Afraid to Close the Door
[31:55 - 50:24] Overcoming Fear of Shedding Toxic Relationships
[50:25 - 56:05] Examine the Fruit of Your Relationships
[56:06 - 1:02:49] Redeeming Wasted Time with Dead Relationships
[1:02:50 - 1:05:25] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Food can transport you from now to a period of time that has passed. It literally puts you in the moment and puts you in the presence of the people that you love so dearly.” - Tommi Vincent
“You have to bet on yourself. You’ve got to have a track record of where you've been and how you've made it through and always bet on yourself because that's the only thing you can count on.” - Dr. Brianna K. Parker
“And it was at that moment when I realized that if I don't start living now, I'm going to die. I'm worth the life that God put inside of me.” - Dr. Brianna K. Parker
“That's love too, you know? When you care about someone enough to recognize that it's mutually not beneficial.” - Tommi Vincent

Connect with Dr. Brianna
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rev_bri/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rev_bri?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RevDrBri/


Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43618990Wed, 24 Feb 2021 17:36:44 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“The only way you can redeem time from something that's been toxic is to not give it another moment. Yes, you can redeem your time, but you have to walk away in order to do that.” - Dr. Brianna K. Parker Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent!...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Growth is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t make it easy. Throughout the journey, people come into our lives for seasons - some short, others long. So what do you do when it’s time to move beyond your current season, and leave some relationships in the past? How do you identify what relationships are serving you well, and which aren’t? Most importantly, how do you find the courage to separate when you’re not ready? Guest Brianna K. Parker takes her seat at the table to explore why we all should push past the fear and do what’s best for us.

Rev. Dr. Brianna K. Parker is an experienced coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. She is a highly sought-after preacher, public speaker, millennial engagement coach, and ministry consultant. She is a curator and founder of the Black Millennial Cafe, a suite of services to improve outreach to millennials, lecturing and presenting empirical data on black millennials and faith nationwide.


[00:01 - 15:58] Getting to Know Brianna
[15:59 - 31:54] Don’t Be Afraid to Close the Door
[31:55 - 50:24] Overcoming Fear of Shedding Toxic Relationships
[50:25 - 56:05] Examine the Fruit of Your Relationships
[56:06 - 1:02:49] Redeeming Wasted Time with Dead Relationships
[1:02:50 - 1:05:25] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Food can transport you from now to a period of time that has passed. It literally puts you in the moment and puts you in the presence of the people that you love so dearly.” - Tommi Vincent
“You have to bet on yourself. You’ve got to have a track record of where you've been and how you've made it through and always bet on yourself because that's the only thing you can count on.” - Dr. Brianna K. Parker
“And it was at that moment when I realized that if I don't start living now, I'm going to die. I'm worth the life that God put inside of me.” - Dr. Brianna K. Parker
“That's love too, you know? When you care about someone enough to recognize that it's mutually not beneficial.” - Tommi Vincent

Connect with Dr. Brianna
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rev_bri/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rev_bri?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RevDrBri/


Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>3066dawnchristian,findingpurpose,mentalhealth,personaldevelopment,podcasts,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,selfcare,stayawhile,tommivincent,wellness,womenpodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/standing-alone-isn-t-always-lonely--43511636
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! When you truly know who you are, you just walk differently. Sometimes, that walk can be a solo one. Having all the confidence in the world doesn’t mean that we will not endure moments of standing alone. However, who says that’s a bad thing? The best outcomes can arise when we embrace the solo mission. But first, we gotta take the risk, and bet on ourselves. Are you up for it? My guest, Gabrielle McBay, takes her seat at the table to confirm that you can never lose when you bet on yourself.

Gabrielle McBay is a professional chef and creative producer from Dallas, TX with over ten years of experience in the culinary industry. Gabrielle has been featured across notable media platforms including Food Network, ABC, Essence, Forbes, Black Enterprise and the New York Times.

Her extensive resume details high-profile clientele and reputable brands including artists and athletes, Instagram, Netflix, Nike, Lexus, Williams Sonoma, Neiman Marcus, and American Airlines.

Gabrielle is also the self-published author of You Have Food at Home, Peace, Love, and Good Food, and Table for One. Her love for good food in front of and behind the camera is enjoyed by thousands around the world.

In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 00:00] Getting to Know Gabrielle
[11:24 - 28:12] The Motivation to Leave Safety and Take Risks
[28:13 - 36:00] When the Expectation of Our Risk Doesn't Meet Reality
[36:01 - 42:01] Self-Love is Not Selfish It’s Necessary
[42:02 - 48:57] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“And I made the move because I wanted to do something for me, without anybody else attached to it.” - Gabrielle McBay

“Facts over feelings. A lot of times we put our feelings above everything. I used to operate off of feelings all the time. So if you are operating off of feelings of fear, you're not moving in your purpose, you're not moving in that confidence.” - Gabrielle McBay

“I really believe that recipes keep the story going. It allows for generations to come, the opportunity to meet people that they may have never met before because they're no longer here on this earth, but they get an opportunity to feel the love from that person through the recipes that we continue to share. So I think it's really important to share recipes and to document recipes so that generations can experience that same love for generations to come.” - Tommi Vincent



Connect with Gabrielle McBay
Website: https://www.gabriellemcbay.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabriellemcbay
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gabriellemcbay
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefgabriellemcbay
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/gabriellemcbay

Check out her latest book for all things beautiful and delicious: https://www.gabriellemcbay.com/shop/you-have-food-at-home-1



Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
https://www.instagram.com/skaibluemedia

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE
https://www.instagram.com/stichiz

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43511636Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:02:13 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“Self-love is not selfish, it is necessary. And it does not serve any of us well to have an outpouring of love for other people around us, and yet, we don't love ourselves.” - Tommi Vincent Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! When you truly...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! When you truly know who you are, you just walk differently. Sometimes, that walk can be a solo one. Having all the confidence in the world doesn’t mean that we will not endure moments of standing alone. However, who says that’s a bad thing? The best outcomes can arise when we embrace the solo mission. But first, we gotta take the risk, and bet on ourselves. Are you up for it? My guest, Gabrielle McBay, takes her seat at the table to confirm that you can never lose when you bet on yourself.

Gabrielle McBay is a professional chef and creative producer from Dallas, TX with over ten years of experience in the culinary industry. Gabrielle has been featured across notable media platforms including Food Network, ABC, Essence, Forbes, Black Enterprise and the New York Times.

Her extensive resume details high-profile clientele and reputable brands including artists and athletes, Instagram, Netflix, Nike, Lexus, Williams Sonoma, Neiman Marcus, and American Airlines.

Gabrielle is also the self-published author of You Have Food at Home, Peace, Love, and Good Food, and Table for One. Her love for good food in front of and behind the camera is enjoyed by thousands around the world.

In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 00:00] Getting to Know Gabrielle
[11:24 - 28:12] The Motivation to Leave Safety and Take Risks
[28:13 - 36:00] When the Expectation of Our Risk Doesn't Meet Reality
[36:01 - 42:01] Self-Love is Not Selfish It’s Necessary
[42:02 - 48:57] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“And I made the move because I wanted to do something for me, without anybody else attached to it.” - Gabrielle McBay

“Facts over feelings. A lot of times we put our feelings above everything. I used to operate off of feelings all the time. So if you are operating off of feelings of fear, you're not moving in your purpose, you're not moving in that confidence.” - Gabrielle McBay

“I really believe that recipes keep the story going. It allows for generations to come, the opportunity to meet people that they may have never met before because they're no longer here on this earth, but they get an opportunity to feel the love from that person through the recipes that we continue to share. So I think it's really important to share recipes and to document recipes so that generations can experience that same love for generations to come.” - Tommi Vincent



Connect with Gabrielle McBay
Website: https://www.gabriellemcbay.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabriellemcbay
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gabriellemcbay
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefgabriellemcbay
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/gabriellemcbay

Check out her latest book for all things beautiful and delicious: https://www.gabriellemcbay.com/shop/you-have-food-at-home-1



Connect with Me!
Follow us on Instagram @stayawhileshow
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
2937culture,femalepodcasts,gabriellemcbay,mentalhealth,millenialpodcasts,podcastsforwomen,professionaldevelopment,societyandculture,therapypodcast,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-your-voice-get-comfortable-with-making-noise-and-making-mistakes--43387161
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! We are all born to take center stage in our life, but not everyone gets the memo. We were all designed to boldly and unapologetically use the gifts that we’ve been given. However, when you’re used to playing the background, or been forced to do so for so long, finding the power to stand out can appear more daunting than liberating. Guest Teneshia Warner takes her seat at the table to explore why we all should start using and owning our power to find success where we are.

Teneshia Jackson Warner is the Founder and CEO of EGAMI Group, an award-winning multicultural agency. EGAMI is a trusted partner to world leading consumer, lifestyle, healthcare, financial and corporate brands; and the first multicultural and Black woman-owned agency to win Grand Prix film honors at the Cannes Festival of Creativity.

Teneshia is a dynamic speaker and two-time author whose first book, Profit With Purpose: A Marketers Guide to Deliver Purpose-Driven Campaigns to Multicultural Audiences earned rave reviews as the first-of-its-kind guide to multicultural, purpose-driven marketing. She is also the creator of The Dream Project Symposium and coach to Dreamers at all stages of their path to greater purpose.

Throughout her career, Teneshia has amassed several professional awards including the coveted Black Enterprise Rising Star Award, Black Enterprises Forty Under 40, AdColor MVP and The Network Journal’s Forty Under 40 Award. She has also been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, Success Magazine, AdWeek, Ad Age, Entrepreneur, Essence and Black Enterprise magazines and made guest appearances on outlets including ABC News and The Steve Harvey Show.



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 05:17] The Truth, And Nothing But the Truth
[05:18 - 09:36] Who is Teneshia Jackson Warner?
[09:37 - 27:32] Find Your Voice and Make Some Noise, Unapologetically
[27:33 - 42:32] Pulling the Trigger to Live a Purposeful Life With Faith, Not Fear
[42:33 - 46:03] Recognize the Greatness Inside of You
[46:04 - 50:20] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“I love that food has the power to heal in that way. And when we use it the proper way. It really has the opportunity to transform whatever situation we're in.” - Tommi Vincent

“Success is about operating on purpose, personally, and professionally.” - Teneshia Jackson Warner

“I've learned in failure is surrendering in acceptance of what's for you is for you and what's not is not, and there are going to be times where things that you desire. In our mind, there are things that will show up as failure, experiences that may show up as failure. However, God will have another plan for what that failure really is. And we got to leave room for God to get in there and show you what His will is for your life.” - Teneshia Jackson

“The more you hold on to something that is not for you, the more time you waste. And time, I believe personally, is the greatest commodity that we have on this earth. And you will not get it back. So when you let it go, you free up time to explore the things that are for you.” - Tommi Vincent

“Always examine where fear may be asking you to play in a smaller arena that you have outgrown, where fear may be asking you to operate in a dream that has expired. There's such a thing as expired dreams, you have to renew them and listen for fresh anointings. Anywhere fear is stagnating you, that's where you probably need to lean in.” - Teneshia Jackson



Connect with Teneshia Jackson Warner
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teneshiajwarner/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teneshiajwarner/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Stretch-Expand-Dreams-Success/dp/1260456803



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43387161Wed, 10 Feb 2021 17:23:29 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“Just because it doesn't look like or feel like what you thought it would, does not mean that that is not success, because purpose and intentionality puts you where you're supposed to be when you're supposed to be there.” - Teneshia Jackson Welcome...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! We are all born to take center stage in our life, but not everyone gets the memo. We were all designed to boldly and unapologetically use the gifts that we’ve been given. However, when you’re used to playing the background, or been forced to do so for so long, finding the power to stand out can appear more daunting than liberating. Guest Teneshia Warner takes her seat at the table to explore why we all should start using and owning our power to find success where we are.

Teneshia Jackson Warner is the Founder and CEO of EGAMI Group, an award-winning multicultural agency. EGAMI is a trusted partner to world leading consumer, lifestyle, healthcare, financial and corporate brands; and the first multicultural and Black woman-owned agency to win Grand Prix film honors at the Cannes Festival of Creativity.

Teneshia is a dynamic speaker and two-time author whose first book, Profit With Purpose: A Marketers Guide to Deliver Purpose-Driven Campaigns to Multicultural Audiences earned rave reviews as the first-of-its-kind guide to multicultural, purpose-driven marketing. She is also the creator of The Dream Project Symposium and coach to Dreamers at all stages of their path to greater purpose.

Throughout her career, Teneshia has amassed several professional awards including the coveted Black Enterprise Rising Star Award, Black Enterprises Forty Under 40, AdColor MVP and The Network Journal’s Forty Under 40 Award. She has also been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, Success Magazine, AdWeek, Ad Age, Entrepreneur, Essence and Black Enterprise magazines and made guest appearances on outlets including ABC News and The Steve Harvey Show.



In this episode we cover

[00:01 - 05:17] The Truth, And Nothing But the Truth
[05:18 - 09:36] Who is Teneshia Jackson Warner?
[09:37 - 27:32] Find Your Voice and Make Some Noise, Unapologetically
[27:33 - 42:32] Pulling the Trigger to Live a Purposeful Life With Faith, Not Fear
[42:33 - 46:03] Recognize the Greatness Inside of You
[46:04 - 50:20] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“I love that food has the power to heal in that way. And when we use it the proper way. It really has the opportunity to transform whatever situation we're in.” - Tommi Vincent

“Success is about operating on purpose, personally, and professionally.” - Teneshia Jackson Warner

“I've learned in failure is surrendering in acceptance of what's for you is for you and what's not is not, and there are going to be times where things that you desire. In our mind, there are things that will show up as failure, experiences that may show up as failure. However, God will have another plan for what that failure really is. And we got to leave room for God to get in there and show you what His will is for your life.” - Teneshia Jackson

“The more you hold on to something that is not for you, the more time you waste. And time, I believe personally, is the greatest commodity that we have on this earth. And you will not get it back. So when you let it go, you free up time to explore the things that are for you.” - Tommi Vincent

“Always examine where fear may be asking you to play in a smaller arena that you have outgrown, where fear may be asking you to operate in a dream that has expired. There's such a thing as expired dreams, you have to renew them and listen for fresh anointings. Anywhere fear is stagnating you, that's where you probably need to lean in.” - Teneshia Jackson



Connect with Teneshia Jackson Warner
Instagram: 3020entrepreneurship,faithbased,podcastsforwomen,teneshiajacksonwarner,tommivincent,troyvincent,wellness,womenpodcastsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/put-yourself-first-the-power-of-creating-boundaries-in-your-life--43273174
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! You have the power to pen the story of your life. Being intentional about how you're living your life requires setting boundaries. Although uncomfortable at first, learning to draw lines now may save you from regret later. Guest Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues takes her seat at the table to help us identify why we need to set limits with those in our lives, to achieve our full potential.

Deborah Smith Pegues is a CPA/MBA, certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach and Speaker, certified behavior consultant, Bible teacher, and international speaker. She has written 17 transformational books, including the bestselling 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue (over one million sold worldwide) and The One-Minute Money Mentor for Women. She and her husband, Darnell, have been married for more than 40 years.

In this episode we cover

[01:00 - 03:58] Now That You’re at the Table, We’re Family
[08:40 - 21:18] The Virtue of Prioritizing Oneself
[21:19 - 33:41] Soar Through Life with Empowerment By Establishing Clarity
[33:42 - 36:04] The Power of Saying “No”
[36:05 - 40:48] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Because we tend to be so nurturing as women, it's a battle we have to be aware of. I do a lot of self-auditing...And I'm thinking, well, now why is that your responsibility? And so sometimes I'll back off and other times, I just want to show love.” - Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues

“I'm gonna go monitor myself. I don't want to do things I don't want to do just because I feel this false obligation.” - Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues

“The sooner we're able to manage our emotions and our feelings, the better off in life we will be because tough decisions are not based on feelings, they're based on purpose.” - Tommi Vincent



Connect with Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeborahSmithPegues/
Website: http://www.deborahpegues.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Lead-like-Woman-Confidence-Obstacles/dp/0736980156



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43273174Wed, 03 Feb 2021 20:57:51 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“People shouldn't have to have discernment of spirit to know what you like and don't like. You need to communicate that because that's unfair, they shouldn't have to discern it.” - Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent!...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! You have the power to pen the story of your life. Being intentional about how you're living your life requires setting boundaries. Although uncomfortable at first, learning to draw lines now may save you from regret later. Guest Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues takes her seat at the table to help us identify why we need to set limits with those in our lives, to achieve our full potential.

Deborah Smith Pegues is a CPA/MBA, certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach and Speaker, certified behavior consultant, Bible teacher, and international speaker. She has written 17 transformational books, including the bestselling 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue (over one million sold worldwide) and The One-Minute Money Mentor for Women. She and her husband, Darnell, have been married for more than 40 years.

In this episode we cover

[01:00 - 03:58] Now That You’re at the Table, We’re Family
[08:40 - 21:18] The Virtue of Prioritizing Oneself
[21:19 - 33:41] Soar Through Life with Empowerment By Establishing Clarity
[33:42 - 36:04] The Power of Saying “No”
[36:05 - 40:48] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“Because we tend to be so nurturing as women, it's a battle we have to be aware of. I do a lot of self-auditing...And I'm thinking, well, now why is that your responsibility? And so sometimes I'll back off and other times, I just want to show love.” - Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues

“I'm gonna go monitor myself. I don't want to do things I don't want to do just because I feel this false obligation.” - Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues

“The sooner we're able to manage our emotions and our feelings, the better off in life we will be because tough decisions are not based on feelings, they're based on purpose.” - Tommi Vincent



Connect with Dr. Deborah Smith Pegues
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeborahSmithPegues/
Website: http://www.deborahpegues.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Lead-like-Woman-Confidence-Obstacles/dp/0736980156



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>2448falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/through-the-fire-exhibiting-faith-in-every-season--43145578
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Today I speak with some who will forever have a seat at my table, my husband, Troy Vincent. If life is a test, then the year 2020 is the pop quiz we didn't study for. Through the trials and the wins, one thing that remains steady is our faith. The question is, can you “walk it like you talk it”? When you're being tested, faith plus action are necessary to achieve results. Sometimes you need to hear from someone who has been through the fire and has the medals to prove it.

Troy Vincent is the Executive Vice President of Football Operations at the National Football League, beginning his football career as the 7th overall pick in the first round for the Miami Dolphins in the 1992 NFL Draft. After 15 seasons of playing in the league, Troy continues to be nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and has been inducted into the Hall of Fame for the Philadelphia Eagles, the State of Pennsylvania, the University of Wisconsin, and Pennsbury High School.

In this episode we cover

[01:00 - 04:43] Now That You’re at the Table, We’re Family
[04:44 - 11:01] Getting to Know Troy and Tommi
[11:02 - 22:01] Letting Fire Strengthen Your Faith
[22:02 - 32:28] Advice For When You’re Going Through the Fire
[32:29 - 43:10] The Impact That Support Can Have on Our Lives
[43:11 - 50:07] Knowing When It’s Time To Let Go and Move Forward
[50:08 - 53:37] It Is Never Too Late to Transform Your Life
[53:58 - 56:12] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“This podcast was created to shine a light and be a mirror. My hope is that the seeds and nuggets from my guests will leave a lasting deposit that will manifest a harvest in your life.” - Tommi Vincent


“And I think this goes back to the foundation of our relationship. Christ being the center of our relationship so that when we disagree, who we have to answer to is Christ.” - Troy Vincent

“I wanted to make sure that the listeners would have an opportunity to walk away from this relationship understanding that the activation of faith is paramount to being able to move through circumstances and situations. We've been through the fire, and we came out without a stench of smoke.” - Tommi Vincent

“Just imagine where we would be if we took hold of [faith], and we captured those things, and had full control over it. And we weren't worried about the challenges and the things that haunted us.” - Troy Vincent



Connect with Troy Vincent
Instagram: @troyvincentsr
Facebook: Troy Vincent, Sr
Website: https://troyvincent.com



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43145578Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:25:10 +0000Tommi A. Vincent“I'm sure we're going to have more challenges in life. That's just life. That's how you build your muscle. That's how you graduate and matriculate through this thing called life. Because life is one big lesson until we leave this place, and I will...
Welcome to Stay a While with Tommi Vincent! Today I speak with some who will forever have a seat at my table, my husband, Troy Vincent. If life is a test, then the year 2020 is the pop quiz we didn't study for. Through the trials and the wins, one thing that remains steady is our faith. The question is, can you “walk it like you talk it”? When you're being tested, faith plus action are necessary to achieve results. Sometimes you need to hear from someone who has been through the fire and has the medals to prove it.

Troy Vincent is the Executive Vice President of Football Operations at the National Football League, beginning his football career as the 7th overall pick in the first round for the Miami Dolphins in the 1992 NFL Draft. After 15 seasons of playing in the league, Troy continues to be nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and has been inducted into the Hall of Fame for the Philadelphia Eagles, the State of Pennsylvania, the University of Wisconsin, and Pennsbury High School.

In this episode we cover

[01:00 - 04:43] Now That You’re at the Table, We’re Family
[04:44 - 11:01] Getting to Know Troy and Tommi
[11:02 - 22:01] Letting Fire Strengthen Your Faith
[22:02 - 32:28] Advice For When You’re Going Through the Fire
[32:29 - 43:10] The Impact That Support Can Have on Our Lives
[43:11 - 50:07] Knowing When It’s Time To Let Go and Move Forward
[50:08 - 53:37] It Is Never Too Late to Transform Your Life
[53:58 - 56:12] Closing Segment

Key Quotes

“This podcast was created to shine a light and be a mirror. My hope is that the seeds and nuggets from my guests will leave a lasting deposit that will manifest a harvest in your life.” - Tommi Vincent


“And I think this goes back to the foundation of our relationship. Christ being the center of our relationship so that when we disagree, who we have to answer to is Christ.” - Troy Vincent

“I wanted to make sure that the listeners would have an opportunity to walk away from this relationship understanding that the activation of faith is paramount to being able to move through circumstances and situations. We've been through the fire, and we came out without a stench of smoke.” - Tommi Vincent

“Just imagine where we would be if we took hold of [faith], and we captured those things, and had full control over it. And we weren't worried about the challenges and the things that haunted us.” - Troy Vincent



Connect with Troy Vincent
Instagram: @troyvincentsr
Facebook: Troy Vincent, Sr
Website: https://troyvincent.com



Connect with Me!
You can reach Tommi on Instagram @cheftommiv
Visit https://vincentcountry.com and get connected with us on Vincent Country’s Instagram @vincentcountry

This episode was Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media

Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE

LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants food for the soul, and the key ingredients to embracing their true, authentic self. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!]]>3372blackculture,culture,faithbased,marriagepodcasts,nfl,personaldevelopment,podcast,professionaldevelopment,selfhelp,stayawhile,tommivincent,troyvincent,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/welcome-to-stay-a-while-allow-me-to-introduce-myself--43145539Show host Tommi Vincent invites you to take a seat and fill up your soul with laughter, honesty, and faith; in season one of the Stay A While podcast.

This show creates a platform for women to listen and look inward on the path to showing up 100% authentically, who they are and want to be. Once you get here and take your seat, you’ll fully understand.

In this episode, get to know the host (Tommi Vincent) and the motivation and mission behind Stay A While.

This is a space where people share the mic and their stories, not just their successes. So don’t just drive by. Don’t just sit momentarily. Allow the experience to coat your soul.


Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43145539Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:20:20 +0000Tommi A. VincentWelcome to the table! Now that you’re here, won’t you stay a while. Show host Tommi Vincent invites you to take a seat and fill up your soul with laughter, honesty, and faith; in season one of the Stay A While podcast. This show creates a platform...Show host Tommi Vincent invites you to take a seat and fill up your soul with laughter, honesty, and faith; in season one of the Stay A While podcast.

This show creates a platform for women to listen and look inward on the path to showing up 100% authentically, who they are and want to be. Once you get here and take your seat, you’ll fully understand.

In this episode, get to know the host (Tommi Vincent) and the motivation and mission behind Stay A While.

This is a space where people share the mic and their stories, not just their successes. So don’t just drive by. Don’t just sit momentarily. Allow the experience to coat your soul.


Host: Tommi Vincent (@cheftommiv)
Produced By: Tommi Vincent, Tanner Vincent, and Skai Blue Media
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music /Roj&TwinkiE]]>308blackcuture,blackpodcasts,culture,faith,professionaldevelopment,selfdevelopment,soulfood,therapy,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stay-a-while-trailer--42810132Welcome to Stay Awhile, a podcast satisfying our hunger for connection and a judgment-free conversation. Every episode, host Tommi Vincent breaks bread with bold, passionate everyday women who have faced the impossible, and are still standing to tell their testimony.

Your presence is welcomed. So take a seat, and get comfortable.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42810132Sun, 10 Jan 2021 09:46:42 +0000Tommi A. VincentIf food is love then this podcast is virtual soul food. Welcome to Stay Awhile, a podcast satisfying our hunger for connection and a judgment-free conversation. Every episode, host Tommi Vincent breaks bread with bold, passionate everyday women who...Welcome to Stay Awhile, a podcast satisfying our hunger for connection and a judgment-free conversation. Every episode, host Tommi Vincent breaks bread with bold, passionate everyday women who have faced the impossible, and are still standing to tell their testimony.

Your presence is welcomed. So take a seat, and get comfortable.]]>119faithbased,femaleempowerment,motivation,selfcare,selfhelpfalsefull