Feed URSoul Podcast

What happens when someone tells your story before you're ready to tell it yourself?

Shawn is a Black Milwaukee native who grew up in the church and was outed while still in high school—forcing him to navigate identity, faith, family, and sexuality before he had the opportunity to decide how or when he wanted to share that part of himself.

In this episode of Feed URSoul, Shawn and Savion talk about what it means to have your story taken out of your hands—and what it looks like to reclaim it.

From growing up in the church to finding belonging, redefining strength, and becoming comfortable with the person you see in the mirror, this conversation is about more than what happened to Shawn.

It's about who he chose to become afterward.

01:02 - Appetizer

14:45 - Main Course

44:35 - Dessert

54:56 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources

Find Shawn Here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gynepe/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawn.holmes.395 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawndholmes 

Find Savion Here:  

URSoul Website- www.ursoul.org 

Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 

What happens when the life you've built no longer tells the whole story of who you are?

Kendrick is a Black Milwaukee native, father of three, and a man whose journey has taken him through church, marriage, divorce, fatherhood, and eventually coming out as bisexual.

In this episode of Feed URSoul, Kendrick sits down with Savion for an honest conversation about identity, faith, family, masculinity, and what it means to discover—and embrace—more of yourself along the way.

This isn't simply a coming-out story. It's a story about becoming. About letting go of who you thought you were supposed to be and making room for who you've been all along.

Guest Bio

Ken is a native of Milwaukee, husband, father and Golden Girls enthusiast. His favorite foods are various Mexican and Italian dishes. In his spare time he enjoys singing, traveling, fashion and family time.

Ken is a versatile Graphic Designer and Creative with 15+ years of diverse experience in design, technology, and financial sectors. Demonstrated ability to generate graphic designs for internal and external clients that blend creativity, innovation, and strategic thinking. He's an analytical leader with excellent storytelling, communication, and presentation skills. 

His hope is to continue providing businesses and organizations with fun and innovative ways to tell their stories.

01:02 - Appetizer

14:30 - Main Course

46:15 - Dessert

54:50 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources

Find Kendrick Here:

• Website: https://www.kenkcreative.com/ 

• Ken K Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenk_creativeagency/ 

• Ken Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winstontha3rd/ 

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KenKWorks 

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul Website- www.ursoul.org 

• Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod

What happens when you stop separating who you are from the work you do?

Jake began his teaching career in Milwaukee in 2015 and has since built a career around literacy, leadership, and a whole lot of joy. From rhythmic phonics lessons in the classroom to reaching educators across the country—and even landing on *The Kelly Clarkson Show*—Jake has discovered the power of bringing his full personality into his purpose.

In this episode of Feed URSoul, Savion sits down with Jake to talk about finding your lane, protecting your joy, growing into leadership, and the lessons children can teach us about showing up authentically.

Because sometimes the thing that makes you different is exactly what makes your work matter.

Guest Bio

Jake is an Ohio native who began his teaching career in Milwaukee, WI in 2015. Specializing in literacy instruction, Jake built a social media following for his engaging and rhythmic phonics lessons and evidence-based structured literacy practices, which even landed him on The Kelly Clarkson Show in January 2024.

Throughout his career, Jake has taught PreK, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades and now serves as a Literacy Director for a school in Milwaukee, WI. In his role, Jake supports a team of kindergarten through fifth grade teachers in implementing the science of reading. In his spare time, Jake presents nationally at elementary teacher conferences and visits school districts across the country to model lessons and work with teachers and leaders. He is thrilled to be sharing a bit of his story with Savion and the community today!

00:45 - Appetizer

06:45 - Main Course

49:45 - Dessert

57:20 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources

Find Jake Here:

• Website: www.engagewithjake.com

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jake_daggett/  

• Facebook: Jake_Daggett

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul - www.ursoul.org 

• Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 

What happens when we stop trying to fix people and start listening to them?

In this episode, Savion sits down with Thomas Kelly IV, a career coach, community leader, mental health advocate, and facilitator with more than 30 years of experience helping people discover their potential.

Together they explore the connection between leadership and self-awareness, why mental health conversations matter, the challenges of masculinity, and what Thomas has learned from decades of serving individuals across corporate, nonprofit, and community spaces.

This conversation is a reminder that growth begins when we feel seen, heard, and understood.

Guest Bio

Thomas H. Kelly IV is a leadership coach, career development professional, and mental health advocate with more than 30 years of experience helping people discover their potential. Throughout his career, he's worked with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofit organizations, and community initiatives, always leading with a people-first approach rooted in listening, self-awareness, and personal growth.

Today, Thomas facilitates mental wellness groups with Black Space and is the founder of PMS (Professional & Personal Health, Mental Health, and Sexual Health), a workshop series that creates safe spaces to have honest conversations around mental health, relationships, masculinity, and other topics that are too often left unspoken. His mission is simple: help people feel seen, supported, and empowered to live healthier lives. 

01:50 - Appetizer

07:50 - Main Course

47:15 - Dessert

55:35 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources

Personal

• Facebook: Thomas Kelly

Professional

• Black Space email: [email protected] 

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul - www.ursoul.org 

• Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 

What if changing the way you see your circumstances could change the way you experience your life?

In this episode, Savion sits down with Life & Health Coach Ryan Webster to explore resilience, mindfulness, and the lessons learned through a decades-long journey with chronic pain. From serving in the Peace Corps in Tanzania to studying meditation in Thailand and India, Ryan shares how life experiences across the globe shaped his perspective and helped him develop a deeper understanding of healing, purpose, and the human experience.

This conversation is a reminder that while we can’t always choose what happens to us, we can choose how we respond.

Take a breath, settle in, and let’s feed URSoul.

Guest Bio

Ryan Webster is a Life & Health Coach, storyteller, instructor of Meditation & Mindfulness, and survivor of chronic pain. He helps people cultivate emotional resilience and develop an empowered mindset—so they can confidently face life’s challenges and step into the life they desire. 

Ryan holds an engineering degree he’s never used, served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Tanzania, taught English in Cambodia and Korea, and lived in meditation centers in Thailand and India. For over a decade, he has led Meditation & Mindfulness courses at health centers, schools, and businesses in his hometown of Milwaukee.

00:40 - Appetizer

07:10 - Main Course

51:40 - Dessert

55:40 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources

Ryan's Coaching

• Website: ryanwebsterlifecoach.com

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul - www.ursoul.org 

• Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 

In this episode, Savion sits down with Gordon, founder of Saint Wrong Training and co-facilitator of the Movement & Meaning Series and upcoming Men’s Retreat.

Together, they explore what it means to be a man in today’s world — beyond performance, beyond pressure, and beyond the armor many have learned to wear.

Gordon shares his journey of personal growth, his passion for creating spaces where men can show up fully, and the deeper layers behind his work. The conversation moves into vulnerability, emotional expression, and the importance of connection among men — something many are craving but few have been taught how to access.

They also step into more tender territory, as Gordon reflects on his relationship with his father and the experience of navigating illness, grief, and unresolved emotions in real time. It’s an honest look at how our past shapes us, and how we get to choose what we carry forward.

This episode is for anyone exploring growth, redefining strength, or learning how to show up more fully — for themselves and for others.

Come listen with an open heart.

#feedursoul #menswork #mentalhealthmatters #emotionalwellness #mensmentalhealth 

Guest Bio

Gordon is the owner of Saint Wrong Training, or St_rong for short. With a background in kinesiology and nutrition, a minor in psychology, and a Level 1 Pain-Free Performance Specialist certification, Gordon helps people build strength from the inside out.

The name Saint Wrong reflects the foundation of the work: patience, humility, and the understanding that growth comes from being both human and willing to learn. Through coaching, Gordon helps clients develop physical, mental, and emotional strength in a way that is sustainable, grounded, and personal.

Stay St_rong

01:30 - Appetizer

07:00 - Main Course

52:26 - Dessert

55:26 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources

Saint Wrong Training

• St_rong Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/st_rong_training/ 

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul LC - www.ursoul.org 

• Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 

In this episode, Savion sits down with Elissa of Tribal Yoga School for a conversation that moves far beyond the mat.

From her early days as a three-sport athlete to a life-changing injury in college, Elissa shares how yoga found her and how that path eventually led her to studying ancient yogic practices alongside monks.

Together, they explore what so many of us are quietly craving: real connection, supportive community, and spaces where we can simply be. Through her work, Elissa creates environments where people can reconnect—with themselves and with others—and remember what it feels like to belong.

This conversation is a reminder that healing doesn’t happen alone… and maybe, neither are we meant to.

Pour up something warm, take a breath, and let’s feed URSoul.

Guest Bio

Elissa Albert is the founder of Tribal Yoga School, a lululemon ambassador of three years, and has 13+ years of teaching experience. 

After training for six years under an Indian monk and studying in India multiple times, she blends ancient yogic practices with modern nervous system science. 

Elissa helps high-achieving individuals break free from burnout, heal their relationship with their bodies, and create real, lasting transformation.

02:24 - Appetizer

07:00 - Main Course

52:05 - Dessert

59:40 - The Final Sip

Links to Resources
Tribal Yoga School

• Website: https://tribalyogaschool.com/ 

• Tribal Yoga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tribalyogaschool/ 

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tribalyogaschool 

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul LC - www.ursoul.org 

• Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 
  

In this episode, Savion sits down with Michelle — a veteran preparing to retire after almost three decades of service — while stepping into a brand new chapter of her life.

After becoming a certified yoga teacher in 2019, Michelle followed a deeper calling that led her to open her own studio, Beyond Yoga, in South Milwaukee. What sounds like a dream realized came with months of planning, setbacks, failed inspections, and the kind of persistence that asks everything of you.

This conversation is about resilience, identity beyond titles, and what it means to begin again — not because you have to, but because something inside you is calling you forward.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start over… this one will meet you right where you are.

Pour up something warm. Let’s feed URSoul.

#FeedURSoul #StillBecoming #PersonalGrowth 

#veteran #resilience

Guest Bio

Michelle has spent nearly three decades serving in the U.S. military and is now approaching retirement. Along the way, her work has always centered on people, growth, and wellbeing. 

In 2019 she became a certified yoga teacher, a step that deepened her commitment to helping others reconnect with themselves.

That path eventually led her to create Beyond Yoga in South Milwaukee — a welcoming space for movement, reflection, and community. The studio reflects Michelle’s belief that wellness is about more than physical practice; it is about cultivating connection, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

Her journey continues to unfold through teaching, coaching, and creating spaces where people feel supported as they grow.

00:50 - Appetizer

05:30 - Main Course

42:20 - Dessert

48:40 - The Final Sip

~ Are you better at pushing through… or pausing?

~ What does success feel like when you’re still in survival mode

~ What lies do we tell ourselves about age and starting over?

~ What would you say to someone who feels “behind”?

Links to Resources

Beyond Yoga

• Website: https://www.mkebeyondyoga.com

• Beyond Yoga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mke_beyond_yoga/ 

• Facebook: MKE Beyond Yoga

Find Savion Here:  

• URSoul LC - www.ursoul.org 

• Personal Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/ursoullc/ 

• Podcast instagram - https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 

Season 2 opens where it all began. Savion is reunited with Season 1, Episode 1 guest Marlena for a full-circle conversation on growth. What’s happened since February 2024? What have we shed? What have we survived? Who are we now?

This episode is an honest reflection on evolution — personally, professionally, emotionally. The wins. The heartbreak. The quiet internal shifts that no one claps for. A conversation about becoming without rushing the process.

If discipline was the seed, growth is the unfolding.

If you’re in a season of becoming, you’re in the right place.

Pour up something warm, take a breath, and let’s feed URSoul.

#FeedURSoul #StillBecoming #PersonalGrowth #BlackVoices #HealingInPublic #PodcastConversation

Guest Bio

Marlena Arielle is evolving out loud and building in real time. An esthetician in training and the voice behind Life of Marlena Arielle, she documents growth with honesty, humor, and intention. Committed to becoming her highest self, Marlena is stepping boldly into purpose — proving that the glow-up isn’t accidental, it’s aligned. And this is only the beginning.

01:15  - Appetizer

10:14 - Main Course

37:10 - Dessert

51:05 - The Final Sip

~ What’s changed in you since early 2024?

~ What version of you had to die for this one to exist?

~ Where are you growing quietly?

~ What does growth cost?

Personal

• YouTube Vlog: Life of Marlena Arielle - http://www.youtube.com/@MarlenaArielle

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marlenaarielle/

• Facebook: Marlena Arielle

• TikTok: @marlenaarielle

Professional

• Esthetics Instagram: @byariellebeauty https://www.instagram.com/byariellebeauty/ 

• TikTok: @byariellebeauty 

Follow Savion on social media:  

• Podcast instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedursoulpod/ 

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FeedURSoulPod 
  

Welcome to Season 2 of the Feed URSoul Podcast.

Formerly Feed the Soul, this new season reflects a deeper level of alignment, presence, and becoming.

Same heart. Same depth. Just more honest.

In this opening episode, Savion reflects on the space between who we’ve been and who we’re becoming — sharing personal insights from the past year, lessons around rest, regulation, and coming home to self, and thoughts on staying human in a loud, chaotic world.

This episode isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking better questions. It’s about choosing presence over perfection.
It’s about feeding the part of you that doesn’t get enough attention.

Season 2 is audio-only, with monthly guest conversations and short-form video clips shared on social platforms.

If you’re in a season of becoming, you’re in the right place.

Pour up something warm, take a breath, and let’s feed URSoul.