In this powerful episode of Dope Conversations Podcast, we sit down with my friend Tameka Payton to talk about life’s toughest moments—and how she continues to rise, shine, and smile through them all. From personal lows to unexpected highs, Tameka’s story is a masterclass in resilience, faith, and the refusal to quit.

Tune in as we explore how strength is built in the struggle, how joy can be a choice, and why giving up is never an option.

What happens when you turn the “painful ” moments of life into something meaningful? Today's guest is a hilarious comedian, social media influencer, and amazing mom. She shares how she navigated challenges and embraced her journey with purpose and passion. Get ready for laughs, real talk, and motivation to trust your own process.

Rich Aunties is the vibe—and the village—you didn’t know you needed. They’re rich in friendship, overflowing with support, and dripping in authenticity. This isn’t about flaunting wealth—it’s about building it from the inside out. Through deep conversations, prayer, maintaining a sisterhood, laughter, and real talk, they celebrate what it means to show up for yourself and your sisters. Because being rich isn’t a number—it’s a mindset.

I had an amazing and powerful convo with none other than Tanzy - a true LEGEND in the hair industry with over 30+ years of experience and still going strong!

We talked about the highs and lows, the hustle, and how she continues to thrive with grace, resilience, and purpose.

She's not just a hairstylist — she's a phenomenal mom, daughter, sister, friend, and entrepreneur who wears all her hats like a QUEEN!

Through it all, Tanzy remains the GOAT, and she's still THRIVING AND BLESSED! 🙌🏽

I had a super DOPE CONVERSATION with Donzaleigh on Embracing The Seasons Of Life! Life moves in seasons—some full of growth and sunshine, others marked by stillness and change. “Embracing The Seasons” is a heartfelt episode for anyone navigating the rhythms of life, whether you’re in a season of transition, healing, hustle, or rest.

Enjoy!

We’re back with another episode with ya girl Bella, and we’re talking about how it’s OK to not be OK!! Omg so had to learn that!! Taking the mask off and being with self!!! Every day isn’t going to be perfect or go the way we want it to go! Life isn’t gonna be a walk in the park!! The truth is life is going to life and it gets hard!! We’re taught to be strong, to push our way through, and to keep our heads up, and all those things are true! But, no one ever says, it’s OK if life has gotten hard! It’s ok if you’re not having a good day!! Give yourself grace!! It’s OK to not be OK!! No one says that!! Sis, let’s talk about being OK in the raggedy and when it gets raggedy!! What can we do to get better and to do better with coping and being the best version of ourselves in spite of?? Let’s have a DOPE CONVERSATION ABOUT IT!!

Today’s episode we talk about how I celebrated my BIRTHDAY unapologetically!! For so long we live to please others, we dummy ourselves down, and we don’t feel deserve to celebrate ourselves!! BUT YOU DO!! You have to say to yourself, I DESERVE THIS!! I am enough, I am beautiful and amazing, and I am worth it!!! I DESERVE TO CELEBRATE AND BE CELEBRATED!! Make the memory and be intentional about YOU!!!!!

I hope you enjoy this Dope Conversation!!!

Grab your airpods, the remote control popcorn, ice cream and cookies, or even your full plate of dinner as I have a DOPE CONVERSATION with my girl who I simply call, BoBo!!❤️

She loves Jesus, she’s beautiful, sweet, a fashionista, funny, and has a big heart!!!

During our dope conversation today, we chatted about our traumas, our BIG HEARTS, childhood, rejection, our triumphs, and much more…..

ENJOY!!!!!

Today’s episode is about HEALING!

Being committed to the journey of healing the heart, the mind, and becoming the best version of yourself! I sat down and had a DOPE CONVERSATION with Lashawn who has made a choice to start her healing journey, and not only is she healing but she is HEALING OUT LOUD! She’s taking you with her as she is being vulnerable, and transparent during the process! Showing you, if she can heal, so can you!!!!

Enjoy!

What a super dope way to end our LOVE WINS series, than to have a Dope Conversation with my brother and sister!!!!! Omg the laughs!! You’re gonna get to learn how they met, how Tonya kidnapped Earl🤣🤣! The breaks ups to makes ups, and how they are committed to doing life together and, no matter what, they will always choose each other!!! With a love like that….

LOVE WILL ALWAYS WIN!!!!❤️❤️