It is nothing short of bittersweet that The Business of Soul Searching podcast is coming to an end.  Not only is this episode the last episode of the season, this is also the final episode EVER.  With COVID-19 and Racism at an all time high Erin has decided to focus all her anger, pain and frustration in a different direction for the summer. 

To stay connected make sure to shoot us over an email [email protected] 

In this episode Erin interviewed an international music recording artist that she met in Barbados.  Deevine explains growing up in Barbados and moving to London UK with parents.  She travels back and forth between the two promoting her career as a singer, writer and dancer.  We talked scariest moments as an artist and how to date in the music industry.  

Facebook- Deevine Artist

IG- Deevine Music

Email- [email protected] 

Amber, owner of The Black Leaf Tea and Culture Shop, shows us what happens when we blend the audacity and tenacity of Chicago with health and wellness.  Amber's unwavering bravery has earned her a spot in the Providence Journal and an honorary nomination for The Urban Professionals Network 40 under 40. Amber let's us know how the power of black history influenced her journey to Rhode Island and how it helps her stand out.  She also threw in a travel story for good measure.  

For all things Black Tea and Culture Shop please visit;

www.theblackleaftea.com 

IG www.instagram.com/theblackleafteapvd 

Facebook www.facebook.com/BlackLeafTea&CultureShop 

Erin, our beloved host, takes a moment to interview a Providence, Rhode Island staple DJ Franchise. Many Providence natives grew up listening to him on 101.1 FM, one of the popular radio stations in town. Erin starts the interview off clearing the air as there always seems to be an indescribable "tension" between the two of them. As many interviews as Erin has done and as many stories as she's heard from all over the world, they pale in comparison to these entertaining DJ stories. Tune in as they roller blade down memory lane.

To connect/ book DJ Franchise;

Www.instagram.com/djfranchise1 

Www.facebook.com/thefranchisereport

App- WBRU360 to listen to radio show

Due to COVID-19 forcing people indoors with as much as a few weeks to prepare Erin decided to drop a very informative interview with sex therapist, television producer and cannaprenuer, Myi Matthews.  Myi has made it her mission to help women of color develop their own sense of lifestyle, emotional wellness, sexuality and beauty. For those of us who have found ourselves with a bit more time on our hands check out this interview to learn about sex positions, the reality of sex club/ parties, how to set boundaries in a polyamorous relationship and the soul searching journey that binds them all together.  

For more information on the dynamic Myi Matthews here is her website and you can also download her app on iPhone and Android! www.ladyluxxxe.com 

Erin, our CEO and host, has finally returned from her "happy place", Barbados. Two weeks felt like a lifetime, didn't it!? Although she has many stories to tell, she wanted to start with the stories of the island. Barbados Fertility Centre is a patient centered fertility clinic located in Hastings, Barbados.  IVF is one of the many treatments that they offer, at a fraction of the price.  Since 2002 people  have traveled from all over the world to seek treatment here in paradise. The quality of BFC is evidenced by their success rates down patient relationships.

If you are interested in IVF treatment in Barbados email [email protected]

Website: www.barbadosivf.com

Barbados Fertility Center, Seaston House, Hastings, Christ Church, Barbados

In this episode we feature world traveler, Brianna Derry from Derry Travel.  She tells us one of the funniest travel stories we've heard in four seasons, drops some travel gems and lets us know what sets her apart from the Travel agents. 

IG: www.instagram.com/derrytravel

Facebook: www.facebook.com/derrytravel

Website: www.derrytravel.com 

Our host and CEO, Erin had the pleasure of flying out to Barbados to meet with T Barnes Beauty on the next step of her Global Brand.  Erin and T Barnes sit down and discuss what it took to build and establish a global property in Barbados, the importance of travel and providing quality service.  T. tells all about her soul searching journey through business which results in one of the most entertaining travel stories we have heard thus far.  If you are interested in building your own global property or just need a moment to yourself to take SPACE and travel, this is the episode for you.  

To view Barbados Bungalow;

www.spaceprojectbytbarnes.com 

To follow T. Barnes for all things organic skincare, vegan cosmetics, apparel & retreats ;

www.instagram.com/tbarnesgloballifestyle 

Make sure to keep us updated on your soul searching journey, please send any applicable soul searching stories for a chance to be featured;

[email protected] 

Erin takes an introspective look at her up and down relationship with her body over the years.  She talks about wanting plastic surgery when she was 19 and why. Why are we so consumed with how we look? Why do we care about our body weight? Is there anything wrong with plastic surgery? Is it still body shaming if we shame ourselves? Find out here. 

#Body #Bodyshaming #SelfLove #SelfCare 

We want to know how your soul searching is going. Please send your soul searching stories to [email protected] 

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The Business of Soul Searching welcomes an old friend back to the show.  Our newest guest ,Michelle Aubourg, is the Artistic Director of Valiant Arts Studio located in Pawtucket, RI. She comes on to talk about how her imagination, dedication and faith in God lead to her dream space.  She calls it her "happy place".  She educates us on the art of dance therapy, Haitian culture and so much more. 

P.s. She has me singing karaoke on my own show,  I couldn't ask for a better episode!

To find out more check out more about Valiant Arts Rhode Island . 

www.valiantartsri.com 

For a chance to be featured on the podcast or to send in a soul searching story please email, [email protected] 

Erin goes deep in this episode to explain what happens when we hide and suppress our trauma.  She illustrates a flashback she had from her childhood and what it taught her.  Soul searching is much more than "the glow up", it's also about what sparked the journey.

We want to know how you all are doing with your soul searching! Please send soul searching stories to [email protected] for a potential shoutout.  From our soul to yours.