Cool Soror with Rashan Ali

Our host, Rashan Ali, takes a look at how being steadfast has helped her reach another milestone in her career. In this episode, she recounts the moment she knew she needed to make a move which led her to her current venture. Her constant was staying the course, even when she was weary.

FB: @rashanali IG: @rashanali TW: @rashanali

Dr. Chynna Steele joins the Cool Soror Podcast! A Cool Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., this Harvard, University of Chicago and Washington University (St. Louis) graduate is our host, Rashan Alit’s dermatologist!

Dr. Steele is a nationally renowned board certified dermatologist who has spent years undergoing specialized training in the medical care of the skin, hair and body. Patients are eager to see her for her expertise in medical and cosmetic dermatology and her unique blending of the two, along with her honesty and warm bedside manner.

In this episode, she shares with us why some women, particularly women of color, have been reluctant to get many of the services she offers. It has been her personal quest to make these women feel more comfortable with having treatments that will help them feel more confident. You will truly get an in depth informational on treatments such as botox, fillers, cool sculpting and alopecia.

Dr. Steele loves what she does and her passion and her practice run “Skin Deep.”

Social Media:

TW: @steelderm IG: @steeldermFB: Steele Dermatologywww.atlantadermatologists.com

In one of the most candid and in depth interviews to date, Rod Minger, a Cool Bruh of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity joins the show today. The Montgomery, Alabama native is an actor, comedian and radio personality who has performed in over 20 stage plays across the country. A gifted musician as well, Rod felt the glare of the spotlight after a solo performance in junior high school. It was then that the crowd’s reaction would be a catalyst for the need to share his talents.

Starting out his professional career as a music teacher in a small town in Alabama, a chance opportunity led him to Atlanta where he would experience success. He has performed in plays alongside our host, Rashan Ali, NFL great, Dorsey Levens, and Hollywood Diva Lisa Wu. appeared in a recent episode of the Starz hit series “Survivors Remorse.”

The beauty of his journey is the crafted way he tells his story. From living in what most would consider an outhouse; to finding what he thought was love; to heart break and divorce; Rod has a path like no other. You will laugh and think and laugh again during this episode. In the “Art of Storytelling” Rod authors his life one chapter at a time.

Twitter: @RodMinger FB: @RodMinger IG: @RodMinger

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"The King & Prince" Golf and Beach Resort with Rashan Ali

Our host, Rashan Ali gives us an in-depth review of the King & Prince Resort on St. Simons Island. Full article on the Cool Places blog.

Check out www.kingandprince.com for more details!

Dr. Karmetria Burton joins the Cool Soror podcast today! A Houston, Texas native and Cool Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., she is the Director of strategic programs and supplier diversity for Delta Air Lines and the founder of “Paint Your Lips Red”. She attained her bachelor’s degree from Southern University and received her master’s degree from the University of Nebraska.

Learning how to be a business woman early in the game, she worked for her father, who is an entrepreneur, and was able to learn the ins and outs of running your own business. Thriving in her field for 15 years, she enjoys giving the blueprint to help those who are seeking to grow their business on the corporate level, while also impacting and influencing others.

A well-respected authority in supplier diversity, she is a contributing writer for MBE magazine that focuses on minority business development. In 2014, she was noted as a woman of Excellence by the Atlanta Daily World Magazine and in 2015, she was awarded the InfluenceHER award for her influence in the community and in minority business development. Her work and her passion have gained her notoriety in several publications.

Dr. Burton is the visionary and creator of the ‘Paint Your Lips Red’ campaign and has teamed up with NARS for a special event in Atlanta on July 30th. She believes that women should feel empowered and bold in their RED lip!

Karmetria Burton credits God for her success and her family for instilling the importance in her of family and service to others. She has made it a goal in life to remain in a ‘Position of Impact.’ Dr. Burton is certainly in position and she is definitely making an impact.

Social Media: www.karmetriaburton.comwww.paintyourlipsred.com

IG: @karmetriab

It’s always good to have a “Cool Bruh” on the podcast! We welcome Kenny “Sincere” Kelly, who is an active member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. on today’s show! Atlanta born and Decatur raised, Kelly graduated from Jacksonville State University where he was awarded a football scholarship while earning a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting.

He admittedly does “a lot!” A certified / personal trainer, project manager, poet / spoken word artist and levy officer, Kenny is most passionate about his role as a trainer. His goal is to help his clients achieve their best selves through intense workouts and a healthy diet that will ultimately turn into a lifestyle.

This Cool Bruh is also a poet! At a young age, Kelly has always had a niche for writing, but he never thought it was cool enough to express. With the encouragement of his friends, he moved into writing poetry and performing spoken word.

Even now as founder/owner/partner of What Say You Poetry, MBS Wellness & Fitness, LLC, and TPH Group, LLC, respectively he is still highly involved with many personal & professional businesses and projects throughout the city. Kenny continues to do great work because of prayer, praise and push. Keep pushing Kenny! We see you.

Social Media:IG: @mbswellnessatl Twitter: @mbswellnessatl

Arian Simone, a Cool Soror of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. joins the show today and she is definitely the epitome of FEARLESS. The Detroit, Michigan native knows the essence of what hard work looks like. She epitomizes it.

A fun, fly, fabulous and fearless entrepreneur; Arian has been blessed throughout her career and continues to inspire others to live their dreams! Upon graduating college, she was laid off from her job and went from living in her apartment to out of her car; she was without a home of her own for almost a year until she was sought out to do Public Relations and Marketing independently in Los Angeles.

Building a successful PR & Marketing firm from ground up, she established great relationships in the entertainment industry. She is credited with doing publicity and promotions work on films such as Ride Along, Limitless, Act of Valor, Takers, Quantum of Solace, Hancock, This Christmas, Stomp The Yard, and many more.

In 2010, she launched FEARLESS Magazine with cover girls such as Khloe Kardashian, La La Anthony, Meagan Good and more, serving as a platform for others to share their fearless journey. Fearless Magazine later evolved into FEARLESS Discussions - transparent conversations about real topics affecting today’s society and pop culture. She is relaunching the brand in November 2017 with a conference in Atlanta.

Arian Simone knows the value of stepping out and doing everything it takes to be successful. She does it effortlessly and just when the road may be weary, she inputs another cartridge to make certain that her FEARLESSNESS IS RELOADED.

Social Media:

Fearless Reloaded Conference:fealessreloaded.eventbrite.com

www.ariansimone.com

IG: @ariansimone @fearlessmag

FB: Arian Simone

Twitter: @ariansimone @fearlessmag

We decided to reach into our archives to find one of Rashan's old interviews with Kanye West! This interview took place three years ago while she was still working in radio. In "So Kanye," Rashan gets him to open up about some of his most grandiose ideas in a way that only Mr. West could deliver.

We decided to reach into our archives to find one of Rashan's old interviews with Kanye West! This interview took place three years ago while she was still working in radio. In "So Kanye," Rashan gets him to open up about some of his most grandiose ideas in a way that only Mr. West could deliver.