Brandy Was Here the Podcast

Do you love yourself?

This is not a rhetorical question. At times in my life I could not say for certain that i did. What I did not know at the time is that so many men and women struggle answering the same question.

Not everyone grew up in love or were taught how to love. Going through an array of experiences both positive and negative impacts the way we view ourselves and how we are able to love ourselves and others.

In today's episode I go deeeeep into how I came to love myself and how I know it for sure and give you some tips on how you can do it too.

We weren't born understanding how to use money as a tool, but my guests today have spent at least part of their lives helping others do just that.

Christopher Essex is originally from Saginaw, MI, Chris has dedicated his time and efforts to educating youth all over the midwest. After studying at Michigan State University, Chris relocated to the Chicagoland area, with the goal of creating an informal learning space to combat traditional teaching methods and systems. Chris believes that every student should be active in their own learning experience, and he wants to provide opportunities for both, parents and youth to explore their own learning both collectively and individually. You can follow his money journey on social media @familiestalk


Wale Kajopiaje
For over 10 years, I have worked as a Wealth Management Advisor helping clients at every stage of the of the wealth building process. From the young investors who is trying to save $100 month to the multi-million dollar retiree that needs help creating an estate plan. Improving your financial life first starts with EDUCATION.

I am a FIRM believer that building wealth first starts with a well rounded understanding of the stock market and how to manage finances. My course will help you build a better understanding of the overall market, various investment instruments, and the accounts to use them in. By the end of this course, you will be empowered to make the best financial decisions for you and your family. You can connect with him on social media @Mr_Phreez3_1906

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We weren't born understanding how to use money as a tool, but my guests today have spent at least part of their lives helping others do just that.

Christopher Essex is originally from Saginaw, MI, Chris has dedicated his time and efforts to educating youth all over the midwest. After studying at Michigan State University, Chris relocated to the Chicagoland area, with the goal of creating an informal learning space to combat traditional teaching methods and systems. Chris believes that every student should be active in their own learning experience, and he wants to provide opportunities for both, parents and youth to explore their own learning both collectively and individually. You can follow his money journey on social media @familiestalk

Wale Kajopiaje

For over 10 years, I have worked as a Wealth Management Advisor helping clients at every stage of the of the wealth building process. From the young investors who is trying to save $100 month to the multi-million dollar retiree that needs help creating an estate plan. Improving your financial life first starts with EDUCATION.

I am a FIRM believer that building wealth first starts with a well rounded understanding of the stock market and how to manage finances. My course will help you build a better understanding of the overall market, various investment instruments, and the accounts to use them in. By the end of this course, you will be empowered to make the best financial decisions for you and your family. You can connect with him on social media @Mr_Phreez3_1906

This episode is all about debunking the myth that passion is the key to success. It takes more than passion to realize a dream or achieve anything great!

Listen in as I walk through the three keys to fully living in your purpose.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brandywashere.substack.com/subscribe

This episode is all about debunking the myth that passion is the key to success. It takes more than passion to realize a dream or achieve anything great!

Listen in as I walk through the three keys to fully living in your purpose.

What does community mean to you?

For my guest this episode, community is an extension of the self; community is essentially what we imagine it to be.

Ayesha Walker is an exceptional mother, social entrepreneur, artist, dancer and teacher. She is an alchemist, creating opportunities for herself, family and community to transform pain into passion and empathy into action. She is the co-founder and CEO of BE-IMAGINATIVE, a collection of artists, healers, and community leaders who are dedicated to healing black and brown communities through creative storytelling. Ayesha is an agent of change, with a background in youth development, nonprofit organizations, as well as over 15 years of experience in media production, brand development, and performing arts. She has a history of working in secondary and post-secondary education. Ayesha has founded several programs of multimedia including Youth Radio’s multimedia youth training program, UCLA’s multimedia department within the Community Programs Office, and Richmond California Preparatory Academy’s digital media course. She began her career in photojournalism at Youth Radio in 2005. She has covered photographic essays from the Democratic National Conventions, Women’s Leadership Forum with keynote First Lady Michelle Obama, to the First Lady Michelle Obama’s very first commencement speech at UC Merced and so much more. In 2008, she became the youngest member of the Richmond Arts and Cultures commission. In 2012 Ayesha became President Barack Obama’s Delegate for the democratic party. She currently sits on the board of directors for The Remedy, a non-profit dedicated to healing communities through musical therapy. She is on the advisory board of POWR, which has a mission to provide educational services and products for children, youth and adults, to help prepare them for success in a rapidly changing world. She obtained her B.A. in World Arts & Cultures from the University of California in Los Angeles.
http://www.be-imaginative.org
Club house: @eshiitaughtme, IG: @beimaginativecollective


Durwin Brown or as he's better known as "Brotha D", is a community activist, youth advocate, and staple in Oakland, CA and the greater Bay Area community. A graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, he has almost 20 years of experience working with youth as a teacher/educator, coach, mentor, and youth mental health case manager. He is the founder of the Catalyst Foundation for Youth Development which serves the youth with a targeted curriculum focusing on critical thinking, media analysis, emotional intelligence, restorative justice, behavior modification, long range academic planning, as well as interpersonal development. He is also an author. His personal motto is "each one teach one thousand".
https://www.wearethe3rs.com/
Personal page: @hollaatbrothad Org page: @wearethe3rs

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brandywashere.substack.com/subscribe

What does community mean to you?

For my guest this episode, community is an extension of the self; community is essentially what we imagine it to be.

Ayesha Walker is an exceptional mother, social entrepreneur, artist, dancer and teacher. She is an alchemist, creating opportunities for herself, family and community to transform pain into passion and empathy into action. She is the co-founder and CEO of BE-IMAGINATIVE, a collection of artists, healers, and community leaders who are dedicated to healing black and brown communities through creative storytelling. Ayesha is an agent of change, with a background in youth development, nonprofit organizations, as well as over 15 years of experience in media production, brand development, and performing arts. She has a history of working in secondary and post-secondary education. Ayesha has founded several programs of multimedia including Youth Radio’s multimedia youth training program, UCLA’s multimedia department within the Community Programs Office, and Richmond California Preparatory Academy’s digital media course. She began her career in photojournalism at Youth Radio in 2005. She has covered photographic essays from the Democratic National Conventions, Women’s Leadership Forum with keynote First Lady Michelle Obama, to the First Lady Michelle Obama’s very first commencement speech at UC Merced and so much more. In 2008, she became the youngest member of the Richmond Arts and Cultures commission. In 2012 Ayesha became President Barack Obama’s Delegate for the democratic party. She currently sits on the board of directors for The Remedy, a non-profit dedicated to healing communities through musical therapy. She is on the advisory board of POWR, which has a mission to provide educational services and products for children, youth and adults, to help prepare them for success in a rapidly changing world. She obtained her B.A. in World Arts & Cultures from the University of California in Los Angeles.

http://www.be-imaginative.org

Club house: @eshiitaughtme, IG: @beimaginativecollective

Durwin Brown or as he's better known as "Brotha D", is a community activist, youth advocate, and staple in Oakland, CA and the greater Bay Area community. A graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, he has almost 20 years of experience working with youth as a teacher/educator, coach, mentor, and youth mental health case manager. He is the founder of the Catalyst Foundation for Youth Development which serves the youth with a targeted curriculum focusing on critical thinking, media analysis, emotional intelligence, restorative justice, behavior modification, long range academic planning, as well as interpersonal development. He is also an author. His personal motto is "each one teach one thousand".

https://www.wearethe3rs.com/

Personal page: @hollaatbrothad Org page: @wearethe3rs

Not everyone is great at acting which is why its important to be yourself. But standing in the truth of who you are can be hard...especially if you don't know who you are. In this podcast I explain why being authentic is really the key to everything and. even give yall another mama story because I know how much you all love those.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brandywashere.substack.com/subscribe

Not everyone is great at acting which is why its important to be yourself. But standing in the truth of who you are can be hard...especially if you don't know who you are. In this podcast I explain why being authentic is really the key to everything and. even give yall another mama story because I know how much you all love those.

Creators, Freelancers, Entrepreneurs listen up. Today my guests are breaking down what it means to follow your passion and make a profit from it while making an impact.

Andre Manning (@dre_manning) started developing his artistry as a rapper but when it started feeling like a job decided to pursue other creative endeavours. Dre is currently working on starting a hat company called the 9 brand and is also the proud founder of a startup marketing company Black Crown Media where he hopes to tell stories that are true and authentic to the Black community.

Mike Norice (@mikenorice)started drawing at age 2 and has spent the last 30+ years perfecting his craft. With a mother who encouraged his talent, years of training as a fine artist and a degree in Apparel & Manufacturing, Mike has set himself apart as an experienced and unique individual. With celebrity clients to boast, Mike bridges his classical training with street art in a way that compels you to watch. He is the owner of BYN Customs, a non profit Artfully United and creates custom art pieces on a daily basis while being a husband and father. Mike's work ethic alone makes his signature worth it. www.mikenorice.com

My guests have come to their careers from different angles but both have an acute focus that allows them to continually develop while concurrently being successful in their fields. Grab your notebook, this is a good one.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brandywashere.substack.com/subscribe