The 40 Plus Files

Jacqueline is joined by screenwriter and producer, Tanisha Quilter-Williams. Tanisha is the creator of the audio podcast series, Forties AF. She shares her story about how she discovered her gift of writing and her journey toward this life-changing turn. Although she could have continued to make a good living as a journalist, she decided to follow her passion of becoming a scriptwriter and show creator. 

Websites:

https://tanishaquilterwilliams.com/

https://www.fortiesaf.com/

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/renaissancwoman/

https://www.instagram.com/tangible_films_presents/

Jacqueline sits down with author, professor, life coach, and spiritual guide, Dr. Darnise Martin. Dr. Darnise talks about coming to terms with life’s changes by first understanding that what seems like chaos in life, is actually a life altering wake-up call that she simply refers to as “God pressing the reset button.” After losing her mother when she was just a junior in college (her mother passed away just after turning 40), Dr. Darnise has been on a journey of healing and self-love, and she is now helping other women in mid-life who need that extra push to embrace their own inner warriors. 

Website

https://www.drdarnise.com/

Instagram: @drdarnise

Facebook: www.facebook.com/drdarnise

Twitter: @drdarnise

Books:

40 Something -- For Women At A Crossroads In Life: https://amzn.to/3mhgSRJ

Also Read, Beyond Christianity on Amazon.com: http://goo.gl/jyRj8p

Mother Loss: Reflections On Grief:  Get it on Amazon here. 

Jacqueline is joined by Chef Babette Davis -- the 71-year-old vegan chef and restaurateur who has been breaking the Internet with her videos and photo shoots. Davis is not impressed with outward appearance, however. She talks candidly about her journey, which includes her decision to become a vegan 30 years ago. When she isn’t meal prepping early in the morning in her restaurant, she is either working out with her fitness coach or sharing encouraging words on social media. In her eyes, the magical ingredient to a purpose filled life is love. Chef Babette will be one of the hosts of Peeled – the first competitive vegan cooking show, coming summer of 2022.

Website: https://chef-b.com/

Restaurant: Stuff I Eat, 114 N Market St, Inglewood, CA 90301

Purchase Book: Cash In On Cashews: 50 plus Desserts using One Nut

Follow Chef Babette:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BabetteDavisOfficial

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

Book: Fit for Life (Harvey and Marilyn Diamond)

Jacqueline is joined by Emmy Award winning journalist Richelle Carey, who talks about her emotional journey to motherhood. Richelle shares her personal story about freezing her eggs, going through an unsuccessful round of IVF, and the decision to adopt a child in her late forties. She talks candidly about her initial desire to have a family in the “traditional” sense, but when that didn’t seem to be in the cards, she chose to intentionally pursue her dream of becoming a mother on her own terms. She adopted her son Avery at 49, and she is now enjoying every precious moment of motherhood at age 50. Delayed does not mean denied. 

Website: https://richellecarey.com/

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

Hello, my 40 plus phenoms! I know you are anxiously anticipating Season 2 of The 40 Plus Files! Buckle up and get ready for some amazing guests! You will be inspired even more to follow your passion, pursue your dreams, and live your best life! The wait is almost over. Until then, keep on shining!

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Season 1 is a wrap! Thank you for listening to and supporting The 40 Plus Files! The feedback about the podcast has been nothing short of amazing! Season 2 is under way in just a few short weeks!

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Jacqueline sits down with entrepreneur, abuse advocate, and author Tanika Stewart. Tanika talks candidly about becoming pregnant at age 14, being a survivor of sexual violence, falling into the pattern of having unhealthy, abusive relationships, and finding love after the storm. Sharing her story has liberated her and has helped many other women find the courage to show up for themselves. Her story is one of trials and triumph, and she continues to share it proudly while proclaiming her motto, “transparency saves lives.”

Bruised But Not Destroyed, Inc. 

Website: Www.bbndinc.org 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bruisedbutnotdestroyed/

Instagram: Www.instagram.com/bruisedbutnotdestroyed 

Donations: http://bbndinc.org/donations/

New Purpose Thrift Store: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newpurposethrift/

Instagram: Www.instagram.com/newpurposethriftstore 

Connect with Tanika: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tanika.upshirepoole

Instagram: Www.instagram.com/Nikalatrice79 

Book link: 

No More Secrets: The Truth Behind Her Smile https://www.amazon.com/dp/1724132032/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_g_1YD08WAW9883X0Q0JEQH

Jacqueline sits down with Chicago comedian Marci “the one and only” Deloney. Marci discusses her personal life as a young wife and mother, as well as how she got her start on the comedy scene. After landing on her feet following a divorce, she continued to shine as she traveled the world making people laugh. Then in 2020, a near-death experience brought her to a point of appreciation for life’s precious moments. 

Book Marci: 

Email: [email protected]

Connect with Marci:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marci.deloney

Jacqueline is joined by founder and CEO of the Black Ensemble Theater Company, Dr. Jackie Taylor. Dr. Taylor shares her journey from being raised in the Cabrini Green Housing Project in Chicago to being honored by former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, who declared March 27th “Jackie Taylor” day in Illinois. She has starred in major movies; her first role was in the 1975 cult classic, Cooley High. She has written and produced over 100 plays and musical biographies, and has contributed to the arts community in numerous ways. Dr. Taylor is also the President and Executive Director of the African American Arts Alliance of Chicago. She continues to shine and lift up those around her. 

Black Ensemble Theater Company

Website: https://blackensembletheater.org/

Email:  [email protected]

African American Arts Alliance of Chicago

Website: https://www.aaaachicago.org/

Donations: https://www.aaaachicago.org/donate

Connect with Dr. Taylor:

Email: [email protected]

Jacqueline has an intimate conversation with entrepreneur Donna Coleman. Donna shares her story about how she was divinely led down the path of becoming a business owner. The path to entrepreneurship has taken several turns and required several pivots, but Donna held fast and has now opened her own brick and mortar location, which is The DSC Vision Corner.  Those obstacles that she encountered landed her in the right place at the right time. 

Find out more about The DSC Vision Corner:

https://www.facebook.com/dscvisioncorner/

https://www.instagram.com/dscvision/