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Born Rahsaan Alexander, DJ Fly Guy began his life in Georgetown, Guyana, before moving to Brooklyn, NY, and then finally Miami, FL. Rashaan had what felt like regular life growing up, being raised in a typical two-parent household until his father tragically passed away from pancreatic cancer when he was only 15 years old. Despite the devastation caused by the personal tragedy, a young Rashaan never wavered, developing a passion for creating, a passion he said was inspired by his two older brothers that he was fortunate enough to watch as they got involved in hip-hop culture as DJ's, rappers, and journalists, and have massive success in their respective paths. Paired with the fact that from 10 years old, he knew he wanted to be the type of person that had entertained those around him, a realization he made in 5th grade when a teacher pointed out his talent for storytelling and invited him to share a story with the class, it seemed Rashaan was destined to channel his inner passion for creating and share the results with the world.

Being a story of surviving in real-time, the artbook and exhibit duo aims to represent the willingness and courage it takes to adapt and figure out what's next for one's life. To many, the pandemic has shown that life can throw curveballs at you, and you have a choice of either letting it break you down or shoulder it and power through.

To Rashaan, the pandemic shook the powder keg of mental health, testing each of us and either making or breaking us, claiming to know that it had broken some people that he knew. Losing everything even brought Rashaan into a deep depression, one that he swore he wouldn't let destroy him. Immediately his focus shifted, keeping true to his passion for creating and revisiting a love for photography, a love that began in high school with the movie Love Jones. Rashaan describes the process as therapeutic for him, helping him find his way during this dark time. Rashaan's life has been devastated by the coronavirus, much like many other Americans. With the pandemic closing down the nightlife scene, for over a year due to COVID, Rashaan could no longer be DJ Fly Guy, and without his job, the harsh realities of figuring out how he was going to pay his rent or continue to live on began to loom over his head. Even with that immense pressure, Rashaan remains optimistic and confident that his book "To Miami with Love" is just the beginning.

Rahsaan “DJ Fly Guy” Alexander is an advocate for mental health, and he understands that this year is unique, serving as rugged terrain for many of the people still trying to find their way along their path as the pandemic still stretches on. With that in mind, he aspires to help those people find their way as a light in the darkness. He hopes to help those who are lost or struggling to find their purpose, and it all starts and is developed in his "To Miami with Love.”

Tune in for this conversation on finding the courage to follow your passion and jump!

2:00 dealing with pandemic as DJ

7:26 how I protected my mental health during COVID

8:40 desire to dive into photography

13:30 books sold out 3 times

15:55 trusting the process of life

28:00 what’s the future look like

Tell and Tell Secrets:

I am a really good billiard pool player. I used to do tournaments as a kid. Who knows maybe in my midlife crisis I will do that.

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Dr. Ian Smith is an American physician, author and television host best known for hosting The Doctors. He is a #1 New York Times Best Selling Author. In 2007, he launched the 50 Million Pound Challenge, a national weight loss initiative sponsored by CVS Pharmacy and State Farm.

He has also made appearances on VH1's Celebrity Fit Club series, The View, and as a correspondent for NBC News. He is also the host of HealthWatch with Dr. Ian Smith, a daily news feature.[1] Smith has authored a number of books related to health and weight loss, as well as several crime novels.Dr. Ian Smith's recently released book WOLF POINT is a follow-up to his wildly popular, THE UNSPOKEN, a series featuring Chicago-based Private Investigator Ashe Cayne. Amongst his nonfiction books, his recent FAST Burn, Clean & Lean and The Clean 20, instantly hit the NY Times bestsellers list and joined the wildly popular SHRED Series which was a #1 New York Times bestseller.

He is the author of 21 books with millions of copies in print. Dr. Ian served two terms on the President's Council for Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition under President Barack Obama.

Tune in for this conversation on the full journey of mind, body and soul!

1:15- thoughts on Covid

3:52-vaccines opinion

7:31- doing the work

13:00-writing projects -is it a favorite

17:35-how the doctors tv show come into play

20:23-tips for writers to be successful

22:53- finding the diet for you

23:31-day to day look of Dr Ian

26:34- spirituality and meditation in daily practice

28:34-prioritizing your inner circle

29:33- I am a master of

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“I think I can be a tremendous actor, I feel like I have what it takes to be a great actor. I think I can absorb roles, I have an open mind. I am not embarrassed. I could put myself out there. I would love be an actor and allow myself to be lost in characters and roles and settings that are not my typical.”

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Perez Hilton, is an American blogger, columnist, and media personality. His blog is known for posts covering gossip about celebrities, and for posting tabloid photos over which he has added his own captions and vibrant personality. His blog has garnered controversy for its attitude, its former practice of outing alleged closeted celebrities, and its role in the increasing coverage of celebrities in all forms of media.

In addition to his blogging, Hilton has written four books, hosts a podcast with Chris Booker, runs two YouTube channels, and has acted in two off-Broadway shows and countless TV shows and film. He was dubbed "the original celebrity social media influencer" by BroadwayWorld. Hilton is the proud father of three happy and thriving kids and is one of the most sought after commentators across the globe.

Stay tuned for a vulnerable conversation as he dives into how he got started in the industry, lets loose on some hot industry topics, delivers an apology and gives some authentic tips for other influencers walking in his shoes!

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0:57 -rise to fame

7:39- finding the beauty in life to support mental healthy

8:04-daily schedule of Perez Hilton

10:48-learning to juggle it “all”

13:29-making videos that garnish views—quality and quantity

16:45-saying hurtful things to audience and actions of perception

18:48-the shift and listening to change

21:23-apology

22:39- public perception of changing

23:21-being banned from TikTok currently and circumstances surrounding

27:30-the question that began it all

29:54-Hot topics

33:51-The journey of honesty

35:01- Spirituality

Tell and tell secrets:

I am boring and have a big heart. I am your average dad, my kids are my everything and priority in life. My biggest wish in life is for the world to see me for who I really am, most people have this notion of me that is tainted by the past and keep in the past like a prison cell.

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Michael Phillips is passionate about helping people live a better life. His determination to drive social change with lasting transformational benefits to society, has led Phillips to become an innovator and thought leader in social entrepreneurship and education. He is the founder of LifePrep and currently serves as the Chief Engagement and Fulfillment Officer for the TD Jakes Foundation.

As an author and inspirational speaker, Phillips has become a champion for children and families around the world. He is the Chairman of 50CAN and serves as a board member of KuriosEd. His powerful story and message of collateral hope have transformed many lives and helped to revitalize communities. A successful pastor and community leader, Michael Phillips serves as a liaison between the T.D. Jakes Foundation and its affiliated entities to maximize resources and deliver optimal results to business and nonprofit partners, as well as the larger community.

After overcoming early struggles with the criminal justice system, Michael turned his life around and went on to found and lead the Kingdom Life Church, a non-denominational congregation in Baltimore. Built in an old ramshackle school, the church has a 3,000-member congregation and has been instrumental in helping to revitalize the formerly blighted neighborhood. Under Phillips’ stewardship, Kingdom Life has grown into a thriving faith community, brimming with passion for social justice.

In addition to his role as a pastor, Michael has been a strong advocate for school reform, having worked to forge a public/private partnership to relocate the Green Street Academy to the church premises as part of a $30 million redevelopment project. He is the founder of several nonprofits that support disadvantaged students in West Baltimore, including Faith Leaders for Excellent Schools. Throughout his career, Michael has served on numerous boards, including the Maryland State Board of Education. Presently, he is board chair for the nationwide education advocacy organization, 50CAN, and serves on the board of KuriosEd.

Michael is an inspirational speaker and author of the forthcoming book, “Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns: A Pardoned Man’s Escape from the School-to-Prison Pipeline and What We Can Do to Dismantle It.”

Michael Phillips and his wife Dr. Anita Phillips reside in Dallas, Texas.

Tune in for this conversation on the journey of transformation!

1:39 empathy and loving life

2:59 gravitating to street life

3:33 Accident occurs

4:01 Facing 30 years in prison

5:47 Toxic mindset in the dark times

8:27Give Me A Chance Program

8:57 Charges Dropped and Record Sealed

13:15 Ecosystem

13:57 What it’s like to work alongside TD Jakes

22:00 Importance of Mentors and the Circle

27:34 Daily Spiritual Practice

28:10 Who are you

Tell and tell Secrets:

I love musicals. Top 3. The Wiz, Hamilton, Greese

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obyn Stecher is an executive, writer, author, speaker, and Founder of Artemis Rising Enterprises- a New York City based coaching and consulting company. She is an ICF certified performance coach. Throughout her 38 years as a talent agent, she has represented Tony, Emmy, Golden Globe, Academy Award, Peabody Award nominees and winners, and thought leaders. She has led successful teams from build through re-organization. In 2010 she published, “There’s Something About Daniel” – a memoir based on an article published in “Family Circle” Magazine. The book documents the first 18 years of her son’s life which began with a diagnosis of an unidentified rare genetic anomaly. A sentence of limitation became a journey of liberation. Daniel has defied the odds, attends college, and lives independently in Cambridge, Mass.

Her current book, “It’s Just Who We Are” explores the subjects of identity, faith, and love. As her neuro-complex son successfully launches into adulthood, she shares stories as he and she both grow into new chapters of their lives, together and apart. She is a seasoned life traveler, career woman in a highly competitive business, and thrived through a crumbling marriage, financial devastation, single parenthood, divorce, and her sister’s death. Stecher and her son prevail, proving that the only true disability is a broken spirit. Throughout the book she seeks to live into the question: “Who do you think you are?” Ms. Stecher has been a speaker for the Go Red for Women, Westchester Chapter, National Heart Association, she is an active member of the (ATA) Association of Talent Agents and a member of NYWIFT (New York Women in Film and Television.)

She has spoken on the subjects of women in business and parenting atypical children. She served both Ceridian and Life Care as the “special needs” forum facilitator, leading two years of monthly webinars with Q and A for parents. Her workshop, “Power Up” utilizes the coaching philosophy she has developed, which focuses on performance in all the areas of life. Charitable endeavors have included: advisory board membership and 21 years volunteer service with The Dream Foundation, CA. fulfilling wishes for terminally ill adults. Benefit Chair and Co-chair and supporter of The Lowell School, NY, a school for children with learning challenges. She has been a supporter of The Threshold Program at Lesley University. She participates in the Pajama Program, a reading program for at risk children and regularly mentors aspiring, young professionals in business and the entertainment industry. A former world-class scuba diver, her interests include writing, travelling, cooking and photography.

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1:05 Relocating to New York -- Taking The Leap as Adult

2:04 Moving to Los Angeles from New York

9:06 Manifestation of The Journey

11:25 Discoering Me In Its Purest Form

12:20 Quesions To Ask Yourself In Trouble

15:09 Process to Survive When The Odds Are Against You

19;35 Manifesting My Dream House-Steps

23:59 Hold On To Your Dreams and Take Care of You

Tell and tell Secrets:

I am outgoing, self confident and composed but If I dont seem to have a moment to myself, I'm not the best. I am much more introverred then what my appear. I have to go deep by myself, it's just that when it's showtime, I can turn on. --- Words From Robyn

Julissa Bermudez is an actress, dancer, beauty influencer and TV Host. After years in the industry's background hosting various shows and helping others tell their stories. Bermudez has her own show which is the first original series brought to CLEO TV by Kin x TV One Licensing Partnership along with Tia Mowry’s Quick Fix airing Fridays on CLEO TV. On the show, Julissa shares intimate stories with viewers from her early days as an immigrant from the Dominican Republic throughout her career. She focuses on her New York upbringing to moving to Los Angeles, discussing some of her life's faux-pas, and the launch of her new body care brand República Skin.

Bermudez’s show marks the first original series that Kin has brought to CLEO TV. Recently Kin partnered with CLEO TV to bring hit digital series Tia Mowry’s Quick Fix to the network this Fall. In addition, Kin previously licensed digital franchises All Things Adrienne starring Adrienne Bailon Houghton and Heart of the Batter featuring recording artist and lifestyle personality Jordin Sparks to CLEO TV.

Bermudez was a co-host on BET's most popular music video countdown show 106 & Park from 2005 until 2006, and the former host of Jersey Shore: After Hours and related Jersey Shore specials and reunions for earlier seasons. She co-starred alongside recording artist and actress Adrienne Bailon in their own reality series, Empire Girls: Julissa and Adrienne which airs on the Style network.While attending New York's Talent Unlimited High School as a theatre major, Bermudez started auditioning and modeling. She got her first big break with a Coca-Cola commercial, and she was one of the six finalists who competed to represent singer Jennifer Lopez's sweetface fashion line. Bermudez was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and raised in Elmhurst, Queens, New York.

Tune in as she dives in deep with #ShawnZanotti!

1:05 What fans can expect to see on show

2:04 Moving to Los Angeles from New York

4:12 What the biggest life lesson has been

5:08 New skin care line Republica

7:07 Hydration of skin DIY

8:20 CleoTV Partnership

8:27 Beauty influencer tips

10:30 Tips for Entrepreneurs

13:10 Being single

16:00 spirituality and lifestyle

Tell and tell Secrets:

I can wiggle my back bones really well

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We first saw Sundy Carter in Dame Dash State Property 1 and 2. Since then Sundy has branched off into more acting rolls and realty TV to include Basketball Wives LA, Marriage Boot Camp WETV, and Love Goals OWNTV with Husband Breyon Williams. The couple has now added another title to their name-- entrepreneur. They have started an organic lounge wear clothing brand called Sundy's Secret.

Actress/TV Personality Sundy Carter and Husband Breyon host a monthly Pop UP experience in Los Angeles where they are showcasing some of Los Angeles’, up and coming elite black owned brands in clothing, food, and music. The goal is to elevate others and give them the platform to do so with the PopUp shops while allowing for a space for people to continue to push their brands during this pandemic.

Tune in as this couple dives into life in front of the lens--the good and the bad of sharing their life with the masses. How do they keep their love special? Are some topics off limits? How do they deal with the public scrutiny? Are they venturing into another reality show or will they?

Find out about these topics and more...tune in now!

(1:44) We decided to get married during pandemic

(4:46) Tune out noise from public

(8:18) Being vulnerable with our relationship on reality tv

(11:07) Haven't been in touch with family since the show

(11:26)OWN was network that was impactful to helping the relationship

(15:06) Sundy’s Secret Pop-Up Shops To Give Vendors a Platform to Grow

(18:44) Be Surrounded Around The Right People

(19:25)It Feels Great To Help

(22:20) We put the phones away, be in the moment

(25:08) tips to make it on reality TV

(27:30) we pray 5 times a day

Tell and tell Secrets:

I’m a very giving person, I have a huge heart -----**Words from Breyon

Working on something together and will see it really soon. Keep your eyes on #SunBre --**Words from Sundy

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Ricky Lopez-Espin is a professional MLS player for David Beckham’s Inter Miami team. This soccer enthusiast is taking charge of his budding career and is devoted to being a positive voice for the LatinX community.

Born in Miami, Florida. At the age of 13, Ricky left his friends, family & life in Miami to pursue a soccer career and further his academics in Minnesota. After the hardest decision of his life, he started attending a USA soccer boarding school academy named Shattuck Saint Mary's. He went to school here from 8th grade through 12th grade. Says Ricky “I committed to attend Creighton University to play division 1 soccer on a full athletic scholarship, a top 10 school for soccer.” He graduated a semester early with a degree in business administration & marketing, and was then entered into the 2018 MLS SuperDraft where he was drafted by Real Salt Lake.

Since then Ricky has played professional soccer for:

- Real Salt Lake

- Los Angeles Football Club

- Lansing Ignite

- For Lauderdale CF/ InterMiami CF (currently - David Beckham's team)

Ricky works with ESPN+ broadcasting games, as the color analyst for professional soccer games streaming world-wide.

Tune in and he talks transparently with host Shawn Zanotti about his Journey in soccer, on camera and the full picture of being an athlete!

Show Highlights:

(2:53) Leaving Family And Going Away Solo to School For Soccer At 13

(6:45) Graduating College Semester Early Before Entering Draft

(8:37) Playing Professional Soccer

(11:59) Yoga is like a mirror

(13:04) The Environment is How I Excel

(23:00) I am a master of creating my own happiness

Tell and tell Secrets:

Don't take things literal, things are not as it seems in life.

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Jessica Gersham is the host of Mom, Slow Down and the founder of the health and wellness app The Zen Mommy. Through her extensive experience, she has created a holistic program that supports women, especially moms, in the crucial art of self-care. With a background as a certified yoga instructor, foodie, and self love advocate, Jessica will have the tough conversations as we discuss topics ranging from health, sex, parenting, marriage, friendship and everything in between. We can have the life we have always dreamed of and she is here to get you there. Join us for an opportunity to laugh, share, and SLOW DOWN.

Jessica focuses on the following topics:

What constitutes the art of self-care for working moms

Finding inspiration through the challenges of everyday life

How moms can slow down, breathe, and let go

How yoga, meditation, mindfulness has given her a path to personal freedom

Mindfulness is everyday life, Mindfulness in parenting

The ups and downs of female entrepreneurship

How her new app The Zen Mommy is designed to give women the tools to create a life of freedom

Three foundational pillars: nourish, movement, mindset as a path to joy

Tune in and she talks transparently with host Shawn Zanotti about her Journey to accepting her beauty from the inside out!

Show Highlights:

(5:53) We must slow down

(7:05) moving my body is a non negotiable

(15:12) Yoga is like a mirror

(16:33) Balancing and Juggling

(17:08) Mom and Life loads

(23:55) Take A Few Moments to Breathe with Breathing Techniques

(29:43) Prioritize Yourself As A Mom First

(31:20) Grow and Evolve As A Mother

Tell and tell Secrets:

My ability to forgive to forgive myself and to forgive others. Forgiveness is the hidden gem that has gotten me to where I am. It is my secret superpower to heal and grow.

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#SelfLove #ZenMommy #JourneyTold #JourneyToldShow #JourneyToldPodcast

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Cassandra Bankson is an American model, medical aesthetician, and online social media personality who has millions of followers following her journey of self-love and inner beauty. Her story rings strong as she is living with cystic acne, a rare form of acne. To date, Cassandra is garnering over 110,000,000 impressions monthly across all social media platforms.

At the age of eight, Bankson developed a rather innocuous strain of Acne vulgaris, which later transformed into an aggressive strain of acne conglobata by the time she was fourteen. Eventually, her severe skin condition had progressed to the extent that it engulfed her entire face and most of her body. Bankson's parents tried tirelessly to treat their daughter's acne by taking her to 16 different specialists across the United States and western Europe, which proved unsuccessful. She was bullied relentlessly for her severe acne and eventually pulled out of school as a result. She later studied with a private tutor to complete her education.

Along with her skin condition, she also has uterus didelphys, a condition wherein she possesses two vaginas, two wombs, and two cervixes. In 2010, Bankson began making videos on the YouTube channel "Diamondsandheels14" on topics such as makeup, fashion, and lifestyle. She has since re-branded to "Cassandra Bankson" with a focus on skincare that is both Cruelty Free and Vegan.

Bankson went viral after she began to embrace her beauty, take off the makeup and bare it all to the public. She knew the pain hiding behind makeup was doing to her self esteem. Dermatologists would often tell her they had patients with cystic acne as severe as hers, she wanted to find others hiding in the world who also were dealing with the same condition. As a model, she took her makeup off and showed her bare skin to the world online, and after posting she didn't look at her YouTube channel for four months. She posted the video hoping it would help "just one person" and well that video has since gained well over 21 million views. Bankson "made it her mission" to help others with makeup, confidence, acne, and skin conditions online. Her daily videos have also received international press and media attention. The channel's most popular video, titled "Foundation Routine For Flawless Skin Acne Coverage", showing Bankson's bare skin and her secrets to cover her severe acne, gained international attention including that of Right This Minute, Good Morning America, "Anderson", The Today Show, The Insider, MSN, Fox News, and the front page of AOL, Yahoo, and MSN. Her daily videos have also received international press and media attention. She is a 'vlogger', and has also posted videos for men who suffer from acne. As of October, 2021, her YouTube channel has over 1.64 million subscribers and 200 million video views. Bankson has spent her decade-plus career gaining trust through transparency, promoting inclusivity, and empowering individuals to embrace themselves fully.

Tune in and she talks transparently with host Shawn Zanotti about her Journey to accepting her beauty from the inside out!

Show Highlights:

(1:46) struggling with depression and insecurity

(10:53) helping people appreciate the anatomy of the body

(15:08) taking off makeup and getting feedback from social media who also deal with beauty insecurities

(30:05)the beauties of struggles

(34:05) what she ask

(34:15) put papers on mirror for affirmations

(39:45) what does self care mean to you

(42:34) how to feel yourself up

(43:07) how Shawn Zanotti stays centered

(50:22 )deserving of love, you are enough

Tell and Tell Secrets:

What you look like has no impact has no impact on how you can help this world. None of that matters in how you share your story.

“You are enough and start today in whatever way you are capable of doing”

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#Acnepositivity

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