We Talk with Arianne Craig Jolla

On this episode, we are taking a look at the journey from educator to entrepreneur. Lauren Lewis shares the steps she took to go from hair stylist to beauty educator and ultimately open her own cosmetology institute. We learn her principles for building a business, the lessons she learned from those who paved the way and what she sees for the future of cosmetology. Get ready for this conversation as WE talk.

On this episode we go behind the scenes of Jessica Johnson’s life as an actor, creator and avid food blogger. She shares with us how she survives and thrives in the entertainment industry, how her personal life informs her life on screen and how she’s harnessing her love of food into a recognizable brand. Grab some popcorn as WE talk!

On this episode we are talking to a woman who has dedicated more than 20 years of her life to public service. Senator Karen Carter Peterson has broken through the glass ceiling for women throughout her political career carrying a heavy weight of her own along the way. We discuss how she is shaking things up and getting things done and why she chose to go beyond her career as a lawyer to also serve as a politician. Listen in as We Talk

On this episode we are taking a look at one man on a mission to do good and seek justice. Gary Chambers is a force who gained national attention for speaking up for young people and challenging the leaders in his home town of Baton Rouge. We will learn how his upbringing prepared him for a life committed to public service, he tells us about the important causes he champions and what drives him to wake up and do the work every day. Stay Woke as WE Talk.

On this episode, we discuss legacy and service with Senator Troy Carter. The youngest of six, raised by a single mother... Carter has led a life dedicated to service and community having been elected to his first public office when he was just 27. We discuss what he believes are the solutions to current issues related to race and equity in America, the importance of maintaining connection to the community even as a career politician and what more he wants to do on his journey to serve. Listen in as WE Talk.

We had a great ride this season, hearing from some amazing people: food and travel bloggers, a media personality and actor, entrepreneurs, a podcaster, and even a rocket scientist! On the final episode of Season 1, Arianne Craig Jolla takes us back to reminisce on some of the highlights and most memorable moments of the season; and she shares the lessons that impacted her from each guest's experiences.

On this episode we're discussing the Hidden Secrets of Women’s Health. We’re sitting down with Jasmin Lawson the self-proclaimed vag warrior. She is a mother and new business owner who created a complete line of 100 percent natural feminine products. She shares what led her down this path, the important lessons she’s learned about women’s vaginal health and the impact she hopes to have on other women.

On this episode we are discussing balancing relationships and family. Arianne Craig Jolla gets personal with Birk McGee who met and married his wife in 7 months after figuring out what he truly wanted out of life and love. Get ready to take notes as he tells us how he manages marriage, career, co-parenting, growing his family and he gives us his relationship do’s and don’ts. Tune in as “WE TALK.”

On this extended episode we are discussing loss and endurance. We hear from Nicole Hardeman, a mother who found the will and strength to go on after prematurely giving birth to a beautiful daughter and losing her 4 weeks later. She shares the intimate details of her journey, how she’s managing the heartbreak and how she now honors Bryant’s life.

Jon Renthrope founded the first Black-owned brewing company in the South; and he has grown it to great success in spite of inequities in the industry. On this episode of WE Talk, Arianne Craig Jolla chats with Jon about his struggles in building capital, and what drives him to create wealth and sustainable jobs in his community - all while keeping his family first.