Ever wondered who's behind the vibrant and creative force known as JAELL? Tune in as we dive into a lively chat with my talented friend, Jayda Ellis, the couture fashion designer and powerhouse behind JAELL and member of Growing Painz Podcast! In this episode, we chop it up about her journey from Houston to Atlanta, her experiences at an HBCU, and the ups and downs of creative entrepreneurship. From dealing with challenges like getting fired to thriving in the podcasting and fashion world, Jayda's story is all about resilience, community building, and impacting others. This conversation is full of perspective insights and laughter! Tune in!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:28 - Guest Introduction

01:15 - Podcast Progress

06:34 - Why Atlanta Matters

09:52 - Jayda's Acceptance to Clark Atlanta

11:43 - Jayda's College Experience

15:28 - Atlanta's Impact on Jayda's Career

21:54 - Managing Overwhelm

24:40 - Understanding Imposter Syndrome

28:35 - Celebrating Resilience

30:26 - Real Life Challenges

34:50 - Sharing Personal Stories

36:52 - Experience of Going to Jail

39:40 - Overcoming Jail Experiences

43:10 - Overcoming Obstacles

46:34 - JAELL’s Resilience Journey

51:10 - JAELL’s Viral Moment

52:40 - JAELL’s Personal Impact

57:25 - Goal Setting Strategies

58:45 - Importance of High Goals

01:03:45 - Embracing the Process

01:06:20 - Jayda’s Future Plans

01:08:25 - Final Pieces of Advice

01:11:40 - Outro

In this episode of The Highlight Real, I'm chopping it up with my guy Tre'Vion! This time, we're taking you on a journey from New Jersey to Atlanta detailing Tre'Vion's background. We talk about podcasting, graphic design, and Tre'Vion's interesting opportunities working with Queen Naija and other Youtubers like Deshae Frost! Tre'Vion also drops MANY gems about imposter syndrome, the changing of friendships, and what he has learned from pursuing his dreams! Tune in to discover how this dynamic entrepreneur is making waves and what it truly means to build a brand from the ground up. There's a lot to take away from this one! Tune in!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:17 - Overcoming Past Failures

02:21 - Navigating Growing Painz Podcast

03:54 - Being the Only Male on the Podcast

05:47 - Leveraging Your Background

07:37 - Tre'Vion's Hometown Influence

11:25 - Environmental Impact on Identity

16:33 - Collaborating with Queen Naija

19:50 - Accessing Rooms of Idols

22:57 - Tre'Vion's Experience at the Event

25:00 - Impostor Syndrome Reflections

27:20 - Building Confidence at 21

28:07 - Journey to Success

31:20 - Understanding Imposter Syndrome

35:35 - Supporting Male Friendships

38:30 - Insights on ADHD

43:10 - Thriving Under Pressure

48:39 - Pursuing Excellence

53:09 - Remembering Friends During Success

55:44 - Final Thoughts

58:18 - Last Piece of Advice

1:00:30 - Outro

Ever wondered how patience pays off? Let's chop it up about the wild ride of patience and growth, and how life's obstacles can turn into wins! In this episode, I'm sharing my journey from feeling stuck in a part-time gig and how that patience has allowed me to flourish! Tune in if you've ever been on the fence about whether your patience will pay off. We'll dive into how patience enables you to develop and grow into the person you're trying to become! Plus I touch on some other things I've learned about myself from being patient! Whether you're a young adult or need some perspective, there's something here for you. Tune in!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:32 - How Patience Can Change Your Life

12:12 - The Importance of Having Patience

12:53 - Closing

In this episode of The Highlight Real, I'm chopping it up about my first trip out of the country, the big 2-5 life reflections, and how these experiences have sparked a new direction in my life. I also discuss a little about my loc journey and how that has influenced my perspective as well. This episode includes many quick revelations and perspectives I wanted to share! Tune in!

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In this episode of The Highlight Real, I'm chopping it up with my amazing friends, Rachel, a hip-hop media correspondent, and Tyrik, a national news anchor! We're talking about the differences between podcasters, reporters, and media correspondents — what's the difference in today's day and age? We do many of the same things but there are also many things that we do differently. How can you tell? We dive into that in this episode. If you're curious about the world of media then this is definitely an episode you want to tune into. We share some interesting thoughts since we all have much to say! Tune in!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Introducing Rachel and Tyrik

02:41 - College Studies and Education

05:45 - Importance of Internships

09:58 - Insights on Internships

13:41 - Transitioning into Journalism

19:00 - Red Carpet Experiences

21:20 - Branding in Journalism

22:30 - The Role of Personality in Success

24:10 - Leveraging Privilege in Media

24:50 - Memorable Red Carpet Moments

27:26 - Challenges of Long-Form Content

29:47 - Future Aspirations in Journalism

32:20 - Finding Your Purpose

33:53 - Developing a News Voice

37:20 - Differentiating Personal Styles

40:00 - Personalities in Professional Work

42:40 - Discussion: Podcaster, Reporter, Conversationalist

49:00 - Emotional Check-In

49:12 - Favorite Aspects of Work

52:20 - Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Highlight Real, I'm chopping it up with the incredible Samarah Poe about balancing motherhood and media! Dive into Samarah’s journey from HBCU student, to entrepreneur, to her role as a tour manager for one of the biggest platforms in Tonight's Conversation! She shares how her experiences as part of a media team have helped her to cultivate her own. Samarah also shares some interesting and insightful details about her relationship with her son! Samarah has a passion for creative wellness and community building and in this episode you'll definitely be able to learn how she builds community and pours into others. You'll also learn a little bit about how and why The Highlight Real was started! A very insightful episode yoou don't want to miss! Tune in!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:01 - Where are you from?

05:17 - Tonight’s Conversation

06:46 - Career Path Journey

10:28 - Budding Media Moguls

15:09 - Challenges in the Industry

17:18 - Leadership Insights

26:34 - Motherhood Motivation

28:34 - Balancing Life and Work

30:40 - The Importance of Community

33:04 - Nurturing Your Child

35:25 - Supporting Others

36:40 - Cultivating Humility

38:06 - Giving Back to the Community

40:40 - Self-Care Strategies

42:20 - Benefits of Therapy

46:50 - Celebrating Achievements

47:38 - The Highlight Real Motivation

52:20 - Future of The Highlight Real

54:48 - Final Thoughts

56:11 - Reflecting on the Journey

56:50 - Outro

In this episode of The Highlight Real, we're going to discover the secret behind Cincinnati's top selfie museum with Amari, the creative mastermind behind Selfie Cincy! Ever wondered how a journey from studying drama at an arts high school to traveling the world influences a unique business venture? Tune in as we chop it up about resilience, embracing rejection, and how Amari's experiences in acting and traveling have shaped her as an entrepreneur. If you've ever visited, this episode might just convince you to change that! Gain some perspective on perseverance, entrepreneurship, and community building. Amari's story is a testament to believing in yourself and creating something memorable. Tune in to this episode as we dive deep into what it takes to build a community space that celebrates creativity and joy!

Embracing change isn't easy, but it's necessary! In this episode of The Highlight Real, I'm chopping it up with my uncle, who’s not just family but a mentor, minister, and therapist. We talk in depth about the power of embracing change, tackling fears, and the importance of putting action behind your dreams. Tune in to gain some perspective on adulting, discipline, and embracing your fear. It's all about the process and growth! Don't forget to like, comment, and share this episode with friends! Follow on social media for more content and updates!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:15 - Personal Check-in

03:21 - Overcoming Fear

06:59 - Significance of Baptism

12:32 - Identifying Barriers to Growth

20:10 - Comparison and Happiness

28:02 - Common Life Challenges

31:10 - Concluding Insights

39:30 - Outro

With everything that's going on in your life, have you ever stopped to think WHY is this happening to ME? I've definitely been experiencing a lot recently. In this episode of The Highlight Real, I'm giving you a quick update on what's been going on in my life and what I've been learning from it! It's definitely been some very interesting and questionable things, to say the least. In these recent experiences, I've been learning a lot about myself and figured what I've learned could help you, too! If you've been wondering why YOU and what you can do to shift your perspective, this episode is for you! Tune in to hear what's been happening!

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In this episode of The Highlight Real, we’re celebrating Juneteenth 2024! We wanted to get outside for this episode to ask people questions based around Juneteenth and how they feel on this day! Juneteenth is the celebration of the freedom of enslaved African people and we definitely wanted to catch people in their element! Tune in to this episode to hear different perspectives and some very interesting responses and some funny interactions!

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