Dreaming with Intention

Dreaming with Intention

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Dreaming with Intention episodes

  • Leading With Purpose: Service, Strategy & Social Impact

    In this episode, we sit down with Tonya Veasey—a powerhouse leader who has served as Chief Experience Officer at Raben, CEO of Open Channels Group, and former CEO of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. Tonya shares her journey of leading with purpose, from navigating high-level boardrooms to creating impact for communities across the nation. With a wealth of experience spanning politics, corporate leadership, and social advocacy, she offers a blueprint for leaders seeking to blend service with strategy.

    35 min
  • Empowering the Next Generation: Leadership, Service & Lifelong Learning

    In this inspiring episode, we welcome Erica Heyse, National Director of the Congressional Award, the highest honor Congress gives to youth for achievement in service, personal development, and leadership.

    Erica shares her journey of building programs that recognize and cultivate the potential of young people across the country—and how intention and service go hand in hand when building the next generation of leaders.

    40 min
  • The Role of Intention in Achieving Your Dreams

    In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sommer Hill—Host of the podcast It's Sommer Time, Adjunct Professor at Howard University, and Senior Social Media Associate at NPR.

    Sommer shares how cultivating intention—through planning, self-awareness, and purpose—has allowed her to thrive across multiple platforms in media, education, and storytelling.

    35 min
  • Composing Your Path: Turning Passion Into Purpose

    In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Benjamin Gates, a gifted cellist and the Founder & CEO of Asteroid Titanium Musical Productions & Entertainment. Benjamin shares his journey of bridging music and entrepreneurship—using creativity, discipline, and a deep sense of purpose to transform his artistic passion into a growing business.

    53 min
  • Creating a Roadmap: Step-by-Step Action Planning

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alicia Wilson, Vice President for Civic Engagement and Opportunity at Johns Hopkins University, attorney, board member, and visionary changemaker. Alicia shares how intentional, step-by-step planning has guided her through every phase of her career—from law to leadership to impact at scale.

    38 min
  • Creating Powerful Affirmations & Prayers for Different Areas of Your Life

    In this soul-centered episode, we're joined by Kevin Wayne Johnson, a nationally recognized Leadership Expert, Executive Coach, Senior Pastor, and Author. With decades of experience helping individuals lead with integrity and intention, Kevin shares how affirmations and prayer serve as foundational tools to shape mindset, behavior, and purpose.

    23 min
  • Self-Motivation Techniques: Finding Your Inner Drive

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Darelle Joiner, CEO, President & Founder of OoRah Fitness Inc., to explore the mindset and habits that drive high performance—on and off the mat.

    Darelle shares how he built a fitness brand rooted in self-leadership, resilience, and unshakable belief. Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to reignite your fire, this episode is full of practical, motivating takeaways.

    31 min
  • Visualization Techniques: Seeing Your Dreams Come to Life

    In this inspiring episode of Dreaming with Intention, we sit down with Lisa Bolden, the visionary Founder, CEO, and Principal Designer behind L.is.a.Luxury Collection. Lisa shares how visualization played a vital role in building her brand, her career, and her life of purpose and design.

    33 min

About Dreaming with Intention

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Dreaming with Intention—hosted by Mariko Bennett—is a podcast designed to inspire intentional growth, goal-setting, and action toward manifesting your dreams. Through insightful conversations and…