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In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of the OverFlow Coach, Monique Caradine-Kitchens. Monique helps women fix their relationship with money so they can stop worrying about it, stressing over it, and chasing after it and instead, start manifesting more than enough of it. After having money drama of her own for many years, Monique sought the help of a coach from one of the top personal development companies in the world. That coach helped Monique begin to re-write her money story so she could finally embrace her inner millionaire.

Since 2012, Monique has mentored hundreds of women entrepreneurs on how to make money doing what they love. She holds two coaching certifications, both with a focus on money and mindset. Her mission is to cultivate a new generation of high-earning women. Her international roster of clients includes globally recognized brands such as INC. Magazine, Black Enterprise Magazine, the National PTA, United Way, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., and Nielsen.

Before becoming a coach, Monique served as an award-winning radio and television personality featured on the top national media outlets including CNN, National Public Radio, FOX News, ESSENCE Magazine, SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio, the Chicago Tribune, Black Enterprise.com and many more. Taking her talents back to the airwaves, Monique hosts the Sisternomics Podcast that takes her listeners along on the journey toward her next level of financial success.

When she’s not coaching, speaking or writing, Monique spends lots of time in the kitchen experimenting with the yummy recipes she finds on Pinterest and the Food Network.

Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Monique is a mom and wife who now lives full-time on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico.

Listen in as we chat with Monique on how she is leading women to put an end to the money drama so that they may unleash their financial overflow.

 What you'll learn:

• How Monique's personal understanding of her money story played a key role in unpacking the money drama, setting the stage for her coaching practice.
• Understanding the universal truths about money.
• Actionable money mindset tips to push you to your financial overflow.
• The concept of creating your own economy and why it is so important.
• The fundamental tip for sourcing your coach to help with unlocking your next level of success.
• What's next for The Sisternomics Podcast and Monique's annual Overflow Retreat for women held in Puerto Rico.

  Rapid Fire Questions:

1. Would you rather be debt-free or have a perfect credit score?

2. What's one thing you won't sacrifice in your budget?

Grab Monique's FREE guide for the TOP TEN THINGS YOU CAN DO TO CLAIM FINANCIAL POWER THIS YEAR: https://www.sisternomics.net/

Monique's Book: How to Embrace Your Inner Millionaire 

CONNECT WITH: Monique Caradine-Kitchens

@MoniqueCaradine - Facebook 

@MoniqueCaradine - Instagram 

@MoniqueCaradine - Twitter

Website: https://www.myinnermillionaire.com/

Listen to the Sisternomics Podcast

Website: https://sisternomics.libsyn.com/

Catch Yana's guest appearance on the Sisternomics Podcast here.

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In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of the Chief Wine Officer, Tanisha Townsend. There’s a special connection when a girl meets a glass of wine after a long day.  Glass in hand, Tanisha Townsend is a wine and spirits expert, educator, and consultant whose mission is to educate and entertain, while promoting the history and joys of fermented beverages to the masses. Through the podcast Wine School Dropout, Tanisha hopes to do just that by giving bite-sized actionable tips to help consumers buy and drink wine.

In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of the Money Mompreneur, Raeshal Solomon. Raeshal is an author, speaker, and podcast host passionate about equipping parents with the resources to promote sound money practices with their children.

Several years ago Raeshal got started on her financial journey by doing what young adults do; she destroyed her credit. As a long-time student of financial management, Raeshal had to learn the hard way that money doesn’t grow on trees. She invested her time reading books on financial management, speaking to financial advisors, and stockbrokers discussing the ins and outs of moving capital. With all this knowledge one would think old habits would have changed, but not so. It took the birth of her son Nathan and the adoption of her nephew Brenden to modify the way Raeshal handled her money. It occurred to her that if her behavior didn’t change, her boys would begin to pick up her bad habits. Guided by her desire to break the cycle with her sons, My Little Banker was created with the goal in mind to teach money lessons to children. Raeshal has written over 20 books in the series.

Expanding her reach beyond her literary works, Raeshal also devotes her time speaking.  She visits elementary schools where she reads her books and answers questions about money and the writing process. She speaks to parents on topics like “How to teach your child about money,” and “How to move forward from your past to create a financial legacy?” She is quoted in the press and interviewed on several podcasts and online platforms.

Her latest venture has taken her to the digital media space with her own podcast -- PodKash Kids. On the show, kids ask their money questions and share their opinions on the topic. 

Listen in as we share with Raeshal about her desire to change a whole generation through financial literacy while equipping parents with the knowledge to provide money lessons with their children. 

 What you'll learn:

• How her own personal story became the catalyst for her financial literacy brand.
• Why it is so important to teach money concepts to children.
• How to have the money conversation with children in various stages of life.
• Practical money management tips and practices to apply & incorporate with your child.
• What's next for My Little Banker & PodKash Kids

  Rapid Fire Questions:

1. Name one of your favorite TV shows growing up?

2. If you could choose a topic that should be taught in schools, what would that be?

 CONNECT WITH: Raeshal Solomon

@raeshalspeaks - Facebook 

@raeshalspeaks - Instagram 

Website: http://raeshalsolomon.com

 And My Little Banker

@mylittlebanker - Facebook

@mylittlebanker - Instagram

Website: www.mylittlebanker.com

Listen to PodKash Kids every 15th & 30th for a new family-friendly money podcast episode!

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In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of Creator, Motivator and Self-care guru Paula Delores. Paula is the owner and founder of The Melanated Bar (TMB). The Melanated Bar is a natural skincare line and lifestyle brand that elevates women's mind body and spirit through self. Offering an array of skincare products and self-care items that give women time to spend on themselves, The Melanated Bar is brand that is dedicated to self-care, self-love, and self-awareness.

Paula encourages everyone to establish a routine, rather it's setting the vibe in the mornings when you wake up and performing your skincare routine, or in the evening after work where you light the candles, pour the wine, and pamper yourself with The Melanated Bar products.  She encourages it all! Listen in as we share with Paula about her journey of teaching women how to take care of themselves unapologetically so that they can find their life's purpose and live the life they dream of.

In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of Danielle Desir. Danielle is an author, writer, podcaster, and founder of the growing super community -- WOC (Women of Color) Podcasters that is home to over 2500 members from over 50 countries around the world. WOC Podcasters is the first community of its kind dedicated to the growth and representation of women in the podcasting industry. From esteemed women of color podcasters to aspiring podcasters looking to get started, Danielle created this community so women of color could access the necessary resources to prosper along their creative journeys.

Danielle travels the world and runs the affordable travel finance blog ThoughtCard.com. In 2018 she brought her storytelling to audio with the introduction of her podcast -- The Thought Card Podcast a bi-weekly podcast exploring the intersection of debt repayment, building wealth and living a life full of travel. Through her brand, Danielle aims to help people make more informed financial decisions that will allow them to accomplish their travel and money goals sooner. As the financially savvy traveler herself, Danielle has paid off $63,000 of student loan debt in four years, bought a house at 27, and traveled to 27+ countries all while climbing the corporate ladder.  Listen in as we share with Danielle about her journey of building a strong community.

 What you'll learn:

• How being raised with a strong financial foundation paved the way for her financial success today.
• How she encourages you to become a financially savvy traveler through her blog & podcast -- The Thought Card.
• The significant event that sparked the creation of WOC Podcasters
• How community has become the foundation for her success both online & offline.
• How she encourages and supports the visibility of diverse (POC) voices and expertise on stages, conferences, etc.
• How she's investing in continual support for her community of WOC podcasters and new things in store for 2020.

Rapid Fire Questions:

1. What's a common thing you have never done?

2. Do you speak more than one language?

@thethoughtcard - Facebook 

@thethoughtcard - Instagram 

@thethoughtcard - Twitter 

Website: https://thoughtcard.com/

 And WOC Podcasters

@wocpodcasters - Instagram 

@wocpodcasters - Twitter 

Books by Danielle:

Affording Travel

Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure (Diary of a Traveling Black Woman: A Guide to International Travel)

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Are you ready to start your very own podcast? Check out our 70+ page comprehensive guide that walks you through every step to get your show launched and ready for the world.  We’ve taken our professional knowledge and experience in strategy, recording, editing and presenting into this comprehensive guide so you don’t have to spend months making mistakes you can avoid before you get started. Receive full-on support ranging from mindset shifting, content development, technical setup, recording & editing, and ongoing (strategies) after launch. Let's take you from dreaming to streaming so that you can powerfully share your message while achieving your next level of success.

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In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of Monica Wisdom. Monica is a writer, storyteller and podcast host that has transcended the world of cosmetology to building a global nation of black girl magic with her platform Black Women Amplified. 

Monica’s adventurous spirit has taken her in many different directions and avenues including cosmetology, writing, and the music industry. After graduating cosmetology school with honors, she ascended to advanced academies and studied with innovators who shaped the hair care industry we know today which included Vivienne Mackinder, Geri Cosenza, Irvine Rusk, Horst Rechelbacher, Darren Brokaw and Robert Labetta.  After mastering her craft, Monica joined the prestigious team of educators at Sebastian International. This dream come true position not only helped her to blossom as a hairstylist, but she also became a world-class instructor. Her gifts as a hair colorist led her to work with the German hair color company Schwarzkopf where she taught for four years. She later became the Director of Education for Salon Resources, the distributor for Sebastian International, where she designed classes, workshops, and product launches. As a freelance artist, Monica has been able to work with celebrities and companies including The Isley Brothers, Lela Rochon, Kevin Mayes, Nina Gancy, Loretta Divine, Cheryl Lee Ralph, Lisa Sylvester, Great Lengths Hair Extensions, Carole’s Daughter, Atlantic Records, and DreamWorks Records. Monica has also been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, Clear Channel, and FOX networks. Other highlights of Monica’s transcendent career, includes her time as Director of Operations for ‘In Magazine’ and ‘Today in Church Magazine’. She and magazine publisher David Holmon worked to create the monthly publications that inspired its readers and reached critical acclaim. In that role, Monica interviewed celebrities about their spiritual life and personal journeys. She interviewed such notables as Kirk Whalum, Princess Zulu, Eric Roberson, Vonnetta Flowers, Evander Holyfield, and Isaac Bruce to name a few. Her features stood strong next to other contributors that included Joyce Meyers, TD Jakes, and Joel Olsten. Monica’s most rewarding work was as the Vice President of the global music label Yoruba Records working alongside Osunlade building a global brand and movement.  In the midst of it all, Monica was called to go on a spiritual sojourn and she knew it was time to excavate and heal her traumatic childhood and generational wounds. Sharing her shadows was the next step to enable her to be all that she was born to be. Through the coaching program of Phoenix 2000, Monica learned that her pain could be used to heal others which led her into a deep spiritual examination and study of the Divine Feminine with her teachers Dr. Caroline ‘Isis’ Fuqua and Bettie Spruill. She is also an initiate of Transcendental Meditation and is a student of Yogini Nithyananda. These three powerful black women have guided Monica, strengthened her foundation and have given her a platform. This work inspired her to create the platform Black Women Amplified. Where she highlights and amplifies the voices of Black women on a blog and Facebook page of the same name. She has also created the NuVision, a learning Portal for knowledge-based entrepreneurs and emerging experts.  Her heart and passion cultivated a great life adventure and she now teaches women how to live on their terms and build life adventures of their own.

Listen in as we speak about Monica's journey to heal, teach and elevate Black women with love, grace, wisdom, and acceptance.

What you'll learn:

• Reclaim your worth and recognizing the value of your life
• How to be brave in all of your endeavors
• Her philosophy around radical self-acceptance
• How to call out your fears and operate in your gifts unapologetically.

Rapid Fire Questions:

1. What aspect of your daily routine do you look forward to the most?

2. What makes you feel old when you think about it?

Websites:  monicawisdomtyson.com

The Brave Method Course|  to access the course go to: 

melanatedconvos.blackwomenamplified.com

Are you ready to start your very own podcast? Check out our 70+ page comprehensive guide that walks you through every step to get your show launched and ready for the world.  We’ve taken our professional knowledge and experience in strategy, recording, editing and presenting into this comprehensive guide so you don’t have to spend months making mistakes you can avoid before you get started. Receive full-on support ranging from mindset shifting, content development, technical setup, recording & editing, and ongoing (strategies) after launch. Let's take you from dreaming to streaming so that you can powerfully share your message while achieving your next level of success.

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In this week’s episode, we amplify the voice of The Literary Lobbyist -- Dawn Michelle Hardy. Dawn holds dual titles in publishing— book publicist and literary agent. She is the President of Dream Relations PR & Literary Consulting, and also the brainchild behind Publishing in Your Pajamas, a virtual writers conference that educates and empowers aspiring and debut authors. 

In the publicity space, Dawn Michelle Hardy has aided novelists and non-fiction authors for 17 years on their climb to publishing success by using strategic promotions to expand their readership, build their brands, win awards and garner national and local media attention. She is an award-winning publicist, conference speaker and sought after book publishing consultant who believes that promoting writers and their work is truly about discoverability, access, and an entrepreneurial approach. Her clients have won a wide range of awards including the IPPY, USA Best Book Award, Eric Hoffer Award and a sports narrative that was Shortlisted for the PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sports Writing. 

Some of the authors she has serviced with book publicity include, Sadeqa Johnson (Love in a Carry-on Bag)  Jayne Allen, (Black Girls Must Die Exhausted), Tia Williams (The Perfect Find), Clint Smith (Counting Descent), D. Watkins (The Beastside: Living and Dying While Black in America), Resurrection to Rejection by Steven Eugene Carter, and From the Block to the Boardroom by Tracey Syphax.

As a Literary Agent, her client's body of work includes a biography on Nicki Minaj, NBA-Allstar Allen Iverson, the Superbowl winning Seattle Seahawks and The New York Jets, along with a memoir that was adapted to the screen with the Syfy Channel, an essay collection and a forthcoming narrative on self-care for black women publishing in 2021.

Listen in as we speak about Dawn's journey in the world of publishing.

What you'll learn:

• Dawn's early career years as a literary agent & publicist and what sparked the establishment of her own agency.
• What a typical day looks like for her in both spaces serving as a literary agent & publicist.
• The type of content and body of work she's looking to represent and tips on how to partner with her.
• Key tips on how to author your memoir in 2020 and additional services and resources she's offering to assist you in your writing goals.

IG: TheLiteraryLobbyist | FB: DreamRelationsPR | LinkedIn: Dawn Michelle Hardy

Websites:

http://dreamrelationspr.com/

https://publishinginyourpajamas.com/

Rapid Fire Questions:

1. Are you more productive at night or in the morning?

2. What book had the most significant impact on you?

Books mentioned in our conversation:

• Becoming -- Michelle Obama
• His Testimonies, My Heritage -- Kristie Anyabwile & Kim Cash Tate 
• Year of Yes -- Shonda Rhimes
• True to the Game -- Terri Woods

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Happy New Year and Welcome Back!!!!. Can you believe we’re in the year 2020? Neither can we! In this week’s episode, we kick off Season 2 of Melanated Conversations. We have a little fun with our listener's favorite “Rapid Fire” segment as well as officially roll out our “Melanated Mini” segment. 

RAPID FIRE QUESTIONS:

• Would you rather watch Moses and the Israelites cross the Red Sea or Watch Jesus wall on water?

What you'll learn:

• One new thing we plan to implement in 2020
• Melanated Mini feature: Eden Watson and her book: Dance is.... 

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It's a holiday pop-up episode!! To close out the year, the hosts of Melanated Conversations are spreading a little holiday cheer. In this week’s episode, we share our favorite holiday traditions, movies, and songs that get us in the holiday spirit. We also introduce a new segment that we will proudly incorporate in our upcoming season 2 in 2020!

What you'll learn:

• A few gift ideas for the holiday season
• Our favorite holiday traditions -- and a little holiday singing
• A glimpse of a new & upcoming segment premiering in Season 2
• When you can expect our Season 2 Return.

Other Items mentioned: 

Books:

• Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls - Francesca Cavallo & Elena Favilli
•  Sulwe -- Lupita Nyong'o

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In this week’s episode, we recap our season 1 show guests and share our insights, experiences, and gratitude for an awesome season. 

Listen in as we speak about our journey in amplifying the voices and stories of black women.

What you'll learn:

• Our mission of shining light on our melanated queens and sharing our lessons and celebrating our successes.
• Recap of all the wonderful women that have been guests to the show. 
• Special love and gratitude to all of our listeners.
• When you can expect our Season 2 Return.
• How you can stay connected with us during our brief hiatus.

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