Groove with Portia

My short lived television career left me feeling lost in direction. The interesting part is walking away from my media endeavor helped me to discover my purpose in life. Have you discovered your purpose? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Sylvester Jenkins III, retired Army Veteran and motivational speaker. Tune into our conversation to hear his advice on finding your GPS (Goals, Purpose and Strategy) and how taking ownership of his mental health helped him become a better father. 


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Life throws us many unfavorable circumstances. What keeps you going when adversity strikes? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Swapna Kakani, motivational speaker and transplant recipient for a rare condition. Tune into our conversation to learn about her rare condition and the importance of remembering your "why" when you get discouraged. For more information on Swapna, visit here. 

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When you hear someone yell for help, what is your reaction? Do you go to their rescue or pretend that you didn't hear it? How does this apply when someone struggling with their mental health is screaming for help? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Dr. Malissa Sanon, who presented a TED Talk on mental health in black men. Tune into our conversation to learn about the acronym P.E.E.P and which portion of P.E.E.P many individuals struggle with. For more information on Dr. Malissa Sanon, visit here.

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This time of year is hard for lots of us. Family members and friends are no longer with us. Traditions have changed and the amount of people are the dinner table has dwindled. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Katie Rössler, LPC and Author of The New Face of Grief. Tune into our conversation to learn the inspiration behind Katie's book and how we can look at grief from the lens of opportunity. Fore more information on Katie, visit here. 

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November is also a time where we honor our veterans and their dedication to our society. Do you have a veteran in your life who struggles with their mental wellness? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Megan Rochford, Program Director from NAMI Greater Cleveland, and also Melissa Cocchi, Helpline Coordinator for NAMI Greater Cleveland. Tune into our conversation to learn more about the NAMI Homefront Program and ways families can provide support for their veterans. 

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I've always heard the phrase "hard work pays off". What happens when you actually witness the payout for the dedication and commitment you put into a project or in yourself? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Tach, CEO, Founder & Film Director of Masonna Films, a film company based out of New Jersey. Tach has been featured in TV series such as Orange Is The New Black. Tune into our conversation to learn what new upcoming films Tach is working on or will be featured in along with her other career in the music industry. For more information about Tach or Masonna Films, visit here. 

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I thought my heart stopped when I read a sign at the hospital that Lung Cancer is the number one killer for both men and women. Let that sink in. As most of you know, my mother survived her battle with lung cancer, but many individuals do not. What will it take for individuals to care more about their lung health? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Alessandra Crish from the American Lung Association of Ohio and also my own mother who shares her story of battling lung cancer. Tune in to hear the personal story from my mother along with a milestone she reached over the summer. For more information on American Lung Association, visit here. 

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We often think of grief when someone passes away. A few weeks ago, I experienced grief from a missed opportunity. How does that work? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Ebony Jae Hull, LISW-S and founder of Enduring The Course Inc. Tune into our conversation to hear the challenges people face while trying to identify grief. For more information on Ebony, visit here. 

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The damage from the absence of a father in the home makes an appearance throughout our lives. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Adam Coleman, Author of "Black Victim to Black Victor" and Founder of Wrong Speak Publishing. Tune in to hear Adam openly share the impacts on his life of growing up without a father and the importance of asking tough questions. For more information on Adam Coleman, visit here. 

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During COVID, many entrepreneurs took their business to a new height. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Latosha Stone, Founder of Proper Gnar, a black owned skateboard company. Tune into over conversation to hear Latosha discuss her "tricks" to being a successful entrepreneur and the amount of time she spent on Proper Gnar to land where it is today. For more information on Proper Gnar, visit here. 

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