Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio

On this episode of Full Circle, we welcome sisters Amoura and Avery Carter, also known as AC², the dynamic duo behind AC Creative Collective. Based in Charlotte, NC, AC Creative Collective provides end-to-end project management, marketing, and design solutions for clients. They can help YOU clarify your business voice, attract high-value clients, and grow with full-service marketing systems designed for ROI.Amoura, CEO and Founder, brings over 10 years in education and 7 years in project management, while Avery, Creative Director, offers a decade of expertise in nonprofit, B2B, and corporate marketing. Together, they’ve built a family-owned business that’s 90% women-led, rooted in collaboration, mentorship, and innovation.

We explore:

• The journey from individual careers to launching a joint venture.

• What it’s like to build and grow a business with family.

• How economic shifts shaped their pivot to entrepreneurship.

• Why mentorship and community are essential for women in business.

Key Takeaway: You can become an entrepreneur at any age, and the challenges along the way are opportunities to pivot, grow, and thrive. AC Creative Collective is your go-to for full-service marketing

Call to Action:
Learn more about AC Creative Collective their services and how you can work with them. Follow them on social media @ac_creative_collective and support women-owned businesses that are transforming the entrepreneurial landscape.

When life throws you more than your fair share of storms, how do you keep standing? In this episode of Full Circle, Ms. Wanda sits down with Chenique Jackson, LMFT, Cherney Jackson, and Tracy Johnson to unpack the art of resilience — the mental, emotional, and even style-based tools that help you keep going when life keeps “life-ing.”

This conversation is a sneak peek into their upcoming in-person workshop Resilience – How to Life When Life is Li-fing, happening Saturday, September 20th from 9am – Noon. Together, they share practical coping strategies, ways to reframe negative thoughts, tips for finding the right therapist, how to build a capsule wardrobe that boosts confidence, and the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive relationships.

Whether you’re dealing with grief, job loss, financial hardship, health struggles — or all of the above — this episode is your reminder that you can still stand tall, even in the storm.

Register for the September 20th workshop today:

Topics Covered:

• Defining resilience in today’s world

• How to seek and select the right therapist

• The power of affirmations and mindset shifts

• Building confidence through personal style

• Cultivating supportive relationships and community

• Self-care as a foundation for resilience

Attend the workshop: Saturday, September 20 | 9am – Noon — https://www.cherneyjackson.com/

You'll be glad you did!

Guests:

• K-Love the Poet – Spoken word artist and creator of the Art of Sistahood Brunch and Day Party Tour

• Dr. Teah Hairston-Johnson – Founder of Be Love Holistic, advocate for holistic healing and community wellness

In this powerful episode of Full Circle, we explore the heart of Black women’s empowerment through the lens of sisterhood, friendship, and community. K-Love the Poet and Dr. Teah Hairston-Johnson share their personal journeys and insights on:

• The foundations of sisterhood and how it shapes identity

• Navigating friendships among Black women with intention and grace

• The importance of finding your tribe and building spaces for healing

• How community support can transform lives and foster resilience

• The role of holistic wellness in sustaining sisterhood

Listeners are treated to soul-stirring spoken word performance by K-Love, offering a glimpse of what’s to come at the Art of Sistahood Brunch and Day Party Tour.

Don’t miss your chance to experience this movement in person. Gather your girlfriends and purchase your tickets to the Art of Sistahood Brunch and Day Party Tour.

VIP tickets available. This event will sell out.

Connect with the Guests:

• K-Love the Poet: @klovethepoet

• Dr. Teah Hairston-Johnson: @beloveholistic

Full Circle returns from its summer sabbatical with a life-affirming conversation to kick off August, which is Multicultural Donor Awareness Month.

Angelika Williams, Senior External Affairs Coordinator with Sierra Donor Services, joins Ms. Wanda for a heartfelt discussion about health equity, building trust in healthcare, and the vital need for organ, eye, and tissue donors within multicultural communities.

Angelika shares powerful insights on:

• Why communities of color are disproportionately represented on transplant waitlists

• Common myths and barriers surrounding donation in Black and Brown communities

• How Sierra Donor Services is engaging through schools, DMVs, and community partnerships

• The importance of talking with your family and making your decision known

This episode is both a celebration of the lives saved by donation and a call to action to make your own legacy one of healing and hope.

Take Action:

• Visit sierradonor.org to learn more

• Register to become a donor at registerme.org

• Share your decision with your family—your voice matters

In this empowering episode of Full Circle, host Ms. Wanda welcomes the visionary creator of the Limitation to Liberation Experience—a full-day, wellness-centered professional development journey taking place on August 29th.

Together, they explore what it means to honor the transition moments in our lives, how professional women can reclaim their wellness, and why reflection and rest are revolutionary. Whether you're pivoting in your career or simply need a moment to reconnect with your "why," this conversation is for you.

You’ll hear how the experience blends restorative practices, community, nourishing meals, and intentional surprises to support women across industries—from corporate to education, healthcare to entrepreneurship.

Topics Covered:

• How the Limitation to Liberation Experience came to life

• What wellness-centered professional development really looks like

• Why women in transition need intentional space to pause and be cared for

• What participants can expect on August 29th

• How to recognize when it’s time to realign professionally or personally

Call to Action:
Join the journey from Limitation to Liberation on August 29th.

Learn more and register for the event

In this powerful episode of Full Circle, Ms. Wanda welcomes author, certified coach, and speaker Gloria Bailey-Ray, who shares her raw, real-life journey of recognizing her worth and walking away from emotional manipulation.

Gloria opens up about the heartbreaking moment she discovered her live-in partner was married—with another woman—and how that revelation ignited her path to healing, truth, and empowerment.

Her new book, When To Get Up From The Table: When Love Isn’t Being Served (out now), is more than a relationship book—it’s a call to rise.

In This Episode:

• Gloria’s personal story of betrayal and spiritual awakening

• Why so many people settle for “crumbs” in love and work

• How to recognize red flags and toxic patterns

• The power of setting boundaries and honoring your worth

• The emotional, spiritual, and practical tools in her new book

• Gloria’s speaking tour plans and how you can book her for your event

Call to Action:
Order the book: www.GloriaBaileyRay.com
Book Gloria to speak at your next conference, women’s empowerment event, or leadership retreat.

Guest Info:

• Website: www.GloriaBaileyRay.com

• Instagram: @gloriabailey_ray

• Speaking Inquiries: [email protected]

In this episode of Full Circle, Ms. Wanda welcomes tech innovators Adriana Lamar and Cheneé Williams, co-founders of Geo Lanes, an AI-powered exploration and travel app designed to help users connect more deeply with the places around them.

More than just a travel app, Geo Lanes is a community-centric platform that integrates trusted voices, curated content, and real-time information to guide meaningful journeys—whether across the globe or in your own neighborhood.

Adriana, the CEO, shares the five-year journey to bring Geo Lanes to life—from concept to launch, partnerships, and getting the app into the Apple and Google Play stores. Cheneé, the CFO, dives into how she ensures operational sustainability and integrity, while also navigating the startup space as women of color in tech.

We explore the future of travel, innovation, and impact—from gamified experiences like scratch maps with celebrity-endorsed itineraries to AI-driven insights that elevate travel into connection and discovery.

Listeners also hear about:

• The importance of storytelling and local cultural insight in travel

• Venture capital challenges and networking strategies

• Upcoming Juneteenth curated itineraries

• The team’s value-based, iterative approach to growth

• How YOU can support: download the app, provide feedback, and share

Featured Topics & Questions:

• What makes Geo Lanes different from other travel or exploration apps?

• How did your personal and professional journeys shape the vision for Geo Lanes?

• What has it been like building a tech company as Black women navigating funding, growth, and visibility?

• What are some key features users can explore today, and what’s coming next?

• How can our listeners get involved and support the Geo Lanes mission?

Download & Get Involved:
📲 Download Geo Lanes today for FREE on Apple App Store and Google Play
🎯 Explore, learn, and share feedback to help shape future features
📣 Sign up for updates and special experiences:

On this episode of Full Circle, host Ms. Wanda sits down with Shayla Walker, Founder of Sistah Soul Brunch & Mixer (SSBM), a growing nonprofit creating powerful spaces for Black women entrepreneurs to thrive. From brunches to business-building, Shayla is leading a movement rooted in community, empowerment, and access.

We talk about:

• The origin and purpose of SSBM

• Common challenges Black women face in entrepreneurship

• The impact of their Chase Bank-sponsored workshop series

• What’s in store at the upcoming June 25th Business Showcase & Networking Event

• How to tap into the SSBM network and grow your own venture

Whether you’re a small business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone who believes in the power of community, this episode is for you.

Event Info:
Business Showcase & Networking Night
Wednesday, June 25 | 🕕 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Capsity Coworking, 3810 Broadway, Sacramento
Space is limited – register now!

Special thanks to sponsors Chase Bank and SMUD.

In this inspiring episode of Full Circle, Ms. Wanda sits down with Roberta Stensrud, owner of Smudge Nail Bar, the first Black-owned commercial nail salon in Sacramento. Roberta shares her remarkable transition from ICU nurse to beauty entrepreneur, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of launching a small business rooted in wellness, community, and inclusivity.

Listeners will hear how Smudge Nail Bar stands out through its:

• Eco-friendly, low-tox services

• Inclusive service menu that supports Muslim, Black, and LGBTQ+ clients

• Staff of skilled, like-minded technicians who prioritize respectful care

• New booking platform via Mevo

• Community partnerships, including pop-ups with local creatives and small businesses

Roberta also speaks candidly about the lessons she’s learned in payroll, real estate, and resilience, and offers advice to aspiring entrepreneurs navigating similar paths.

Whether you’re new to structured manicures or just need a place that feels like home, Smudge Nail Bar is the spot.

Special Highlights:

• Benefits of structured manicures over acrylics

• 🏳️‍🌈 Pride Month specials: rainbow manicures + hydrating jelly pedis

• 📷 Upcoming events: flower pop-up, business headshots, pottery painting

• 🐾 Partnerships with Avery Alexander Boutique and B Suite Haven Candles

• 💻 New booking site: smudgenailbarsacramento.co

Call to Action:
Book your next appointment today!
Visit Smudge Nail Bar at 1831 Exposition Blvd, Suite 100, Sacramento
Follow @smudgenailbar_sacramento for updates on services, specials, and events
Support Black-owned, eco-friendly, and inclusive beauty spaces!

In this inspiring episode of Full Circle, Ms. Wanda welcomes Synthia Smith, the visionary founder of Sisters of Nia, a nonprofit transforming the lives of adolescent girls through Afrocentric programming. Celebrating 16 years of impact, Synthia shares how Sisters of Nia offers a three-year rites of passage program focused on cultural pride, self-esteem, and purpose for girls in grades 6–8.

We dive deep into:

• The structure and success of their 3-year rites of passage program

• Their vibrant Camp Nia performing arts camp (July 7–18) and how it builds confidence through music, theater, and creativity

• Parent-daughter relationship workshops, community events, and scholarship opportunities

• The upcoming Scholarship Awards Reception on June 22nd and the Women on Fire event on October 19

• Their bold vision for expansion into the future

Plus, learn how you can get involved—whether through donations, volunteering, or enrolling your daughter.

Call to Action:
Register now for remaining spots in Elk Grove and Camp Nia vocals/set design classes: sistersofnia.org
Support the movement through donations, in-kind gifts, or sharing their mission
Attend the June 22nd Scholarship Reception & Women on Fire Awards on October 19

Connect with Sisters of Nia:
Website: sistersofnia.org
📍 Locations: Sacramento & Elk Grove
💌 Subscribe to their e-newsletter for updates and events!