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  • The Theory of Racelessness
    What comes to mind when you hear the word "race"? I am not talking about running here. What emotions come up? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Dr. Sheena Mason, PH.D, Cofounder of Theory of Racelessness. Tune into our conversation to learn more about the theory along with the difference between racelessness and colorblindness. For more information on Dr. Sheena Mason, visit here. 

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    54 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Sis, Put Your Designer Hat On!
    What life do you aspire to have? Do you see the vision in your head or when you touch something does it spark creativity? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Angela Young, SHeO of Interior Reflections by Ange. Tune into our conversation to learn how your "creative gift" can design the life you want and the importance of self-care while walking in your calling or purpose. For more information on Angela Young, visit here. 

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    26 min
  • Fearless Fridays: Emotions Are Energy In Motion
    It's Fri-yay! Have you ever heard of a body part being associated with an emotion? For example, let's say a doctor tells you that your ear infection is actually grief trapped in your ear? Sound taboo? It's more common than you think. On this first episode of Groove with Portia on Fearless Friday, I am joined by  O'Livia Kennedy, ShEO and Founder of Alternative Healing Consultants & Solutions, LLC. Tune into our conversation to learn how O'Livia discovered her passion for helping others heal & the relationship between your emotions and physical body. For more information on Alternative Healing Consultants & Solutions, LLC visit here. 

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    20 min
  • How did you end up in my chair today?
    We've all been prescribed a medication for a physical ailment such as headaches, knee pain, rashes, etc. How do psychiatrist prescribe mental health medications to patients when the complication is not easily seen? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Megan Rochford, Program Director from NAMI Greater Cleveland, and also Dr. Mackenzie Varkula, DO, a local psychiatrist and Board Member for NAMI Greater Cleveland. Tune into our conversation to learn how psychiatrist determine the right medicine for patients struggling with their mental health and new treatments on the rise for mental wellness. 

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    59 min
  • What does this day have in store for me?
    It's not always easy to start a fresh day with a fresh mind. How do we change our mindset to give everyday a new chance when adversity hits us? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Pratibha Dey, Entrepreneur and Host of Chai Together. Tune into our conversation to learn how she keeps an optimistic outlook on life after having an abortion and how she started Chai Together. For more information on Pratibha Dey, visit here. 

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    57 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Your Brand Starts with You
    How would you feel if you could get paid to share your story? Let that sink in. How does effective branding equate to wealth? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Manny Hall, Branding Strategist for Manny Hall & Associates. Tune into our conversation to learn the importance of branding and why there is no such thing as the word "try". For more information on Manny Hall, visit here. 

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    34 min
  • Reaching a Mental Milestone
    Does grief have a limit? On this rare solo episode of Groove with Portia, I discuss a moment of grief from a different circumstance and how my mental wellness journey helped me to recognized my state of grief.

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    15 min
  • Design The Life You Want
    Our careers in life may change, but our values stay with us. Serving others stems deeper than a healthcare profession or restaurant career. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Laura Fote (Pronounced Foh-tay), founder of L & B Concepts, a luxury wedding rental company. Tune into our conversation to learn how Laura switched from healthcare to luxury event rentals and hear about wedding trends for this fall and winter. For more information on L & B Concepts, visit here. 

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    56 min
  • Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Building Stronger Communities
    The saying goes it take a village to ensure success, but what about building stronger communities? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Aaron & Shakera Mitchell (husband & wife) from The Beloved Community, an organization geared towards building better communities one family at a time. Tune into our conversation to hear why Aaron & Shakera started the organization and the importance of being trauma informed. For more information on the Beloved Community, visit here. 

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    25 min
  • What about his death?
    Death is an interesting topic and concept. I always wondered why we live forever once our physical body leaves the earth, but while living we tend to be "dead" to others. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Cooley, Emcee & Vocalist from D.C. Tune into our conversation to learn how he entered the music industry and his perspective on death. For more information on Cooley, visit here. 

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    58 min

About Groove with Portia

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Welcome, friend. I’m Portia Booker, storyteller, producer, and host of Groove with Portia.

Groove with Portia is a storytelling podcast centered on one powerful question: how did you find your…