Honest Conversations: Recent Episodes
Tamara Nelson
Honest and vulnerable conversations about mental health, spirituality, relationships, social issues, and other topics!
EP.19 In this episode, my guest and I explored the concept of sisterhood. We defined what sisterhood means, discussed some challenges Black women face in developing these bonds, and shared advice on fostering meaningful connections. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the unifying power of sisterhood.Guest Information:Melissa Comeau, Ed.S., LMHC, LMFT, NCCheartfeltcounselingcenter.com@heartfeltcounselingcenter (IG)@heartfeltcounseling (TikTok)@heartfeltcounselingcenter (YouTube)
EP.18 In this episode, my guest Dré Pierre and I delved into the multifaceted topic of Black identity and the Black experience. We shared our personal definitions of what it means to be Black, reflecting on our upbringing and cultural influences. We explored pivotal moments when we first became aware of our race and how our perspectives on Black identity evolved from childhood to adulthood. Throughout the discussion, we addressed common misconceptions about the Black community and shared insights on the intersectionality of being Black and Caribbean-American. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on identity, culture, and pride!
Guest Information- Dré Pierre
Instagram: @bythedecibel
EP.17 In this podcast episode, I am joined by Marcel Rosegreen for an insightful discussion on the concept of scarcity mindset. We explore the origins of scarcity mindset, delve into its profound impact on individuals, share personal experiences related to scarcity mindset, and provide insights on overcoming it. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that aims to shed light on this topic and empower listeners with strategies for cultivating an abundance mindset.
Guest Information- Marcel Rosegreen
IG: Marcel.Rosegreen
Email: marcelrosegreen@gmail.com
Business IG: callmenahdu
Website: callmenahdu.com
TikTok: callmenahdu
EP.16 In this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Gerard "Joffre" St. Hilaire, who courageously shares his personal story of coming close to attempting suicide. Join us as we delve into suicide statistics, debunking myths about suicide, guidance for those facing suicidal thoughts, and how to offer support to others.
Content Disclaimer:
The following podcast episode contains a sensitive and important discussion on the topic of suicide. We understand that this subject matter can be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please seek professional help or contact the National Suicide and Crisis Hotline (9-8-8). The information provided in this episode is for educational purposes and aims to raise awareness about this critical issue. Listener discretion is advised.
Resources:
- National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline- Call or Text 9-8-8, 988Lifeline.org
- Community Resources- 211.org or call 2-1-1
- National Alliance on Mental Illness- NAMI.org
- To find a therapist- Psychologytoday.org
Guest Information:
Gerard (Joffre) St. Hilaire
@joffisfree (IG)
EP.15 In today's episode, I am joined by Marcel Rosegreen as we delve into our experience with being Black and vegan. We share how we embarked on this journey, the unique challenges we've encountered as Black vegans, our experiences with dating while being vegan, and much more! Additionally, we share advice for those considering becoming vegan but don't know where to start.
Guest Information- Marcel Rosegreen
IG: Marcel.Rosegreen
Email: marcelrosegreen@gmail.com
Business IG: callmenahdu
Website: callmenahdu.com
TikTok: callmenahdu
EP.14 In today's episode, I'm joined by Leon as we delve into the dating phenomenon known as ghosting. Our conversation centers on sharing personal experiences with ghosting and providing insights into the male perspective on this subject. Together, Leon and I explore the impact of being ghosted and share strategies to shift this pattern within modern dating. This episode is a follow-up to EP.7 Ghosting Stories.
Guest Information:
Leon "Jah"
IG: @Jahbenjiii
IG (Business): @Klvisual_s
EP. 13 In this episode, it's just me, sharing a personal message that was weighing on my heart. I delve into the importance of continuing to MOVE in life, even when faced with uncertainty. I also discuss a powerful scene from the movie "World War Z" that deeply resonated with me and explore how it relates to this topic.
My instagram: @Tammy.Yoga
My website: tammyyogaflow.com
My Tik Tok: Tammyyoga
EP.12 On today's episode, I'm joined by JArthur "JayG" Grubbs, III as we delve into the topic of trust. Our conversation revolves around various aspects, including our personal definitions of trust, instances where our trust was broken, and our process of building trust. We also share when we ourselves betrayed someone's trust, examine the risks and benefits tied to trust, and delve into the significance of self-trust.
Guest: JArthur “JayG” Grubbs, III
JArthur (JayG) Grubbs is a creative entrepreneur based in Orlando FL. He is originally from Opelika, a small town in Alabama, but he relocated to Orlando to pursue a creative career at Full Sail University. While in school, JayG spent time interning at various music studios in the Orlando area and networking with different creative platforms in the city. Some of these include Loud Gallery, Fusion, We The Future, and so many others. After graduating with a degree in Recording Arts, JayG immediately began working in the audio production field as a freelancer.
After building a name in the local music community, JayG went on to expand services to include video production. After launching the service, the business grew exponentially in the content/media direction. JayG began to focus on serving other business owners and entrepreneurs who wanted to grow their business in a creative way. He then partnered with digital marketers to combine content creation with social media advertising. This is what is now known as Films2Reels.
The agency helps business owners and entrepreneurs create and distribute high quality video content that drives meaningful and measurable results. Films2Reels works to understand the specific goals of their clients and develops custom solutions to help them reach their goals. If you would like to learn more about their services, visit films2reels.com or email info@films2reels.com.
Business Website
Films2Reels.com
Social Profiles
- https://www.facebook.com/films2reels
- Personal @theonlyjayg
- Business @films2Reels
TikTok
- @films2reels
EP.11 Family Relationships
Join me and my dear friend, Vershawne St. Hilaire, as we explore the intricacies of family dynamics. We reflect on our Caribbean upbringing, sharing what family truly means to us. During our conversation, we navigate through the challenges of familial expectations and how our perspectives on family have evolved over time. Join us as we share our personal stories and delve into the complexity and beauty of family.
Guest Information- Vershawne St. Hilaire
Instagram- @mini_trini_27
EP.10 On today's episode, I'm excited to have my cousin Shane Clarke join me to delve into the intricacies of traveling with friends! Join us as we reflect on our personal experiences, discuss the pros and cons of traveling with friends, delve into the concept of travel compatibility, examine the impact of traveling on friendships, and offer valuable tips for those considering traveling with friends.
Guest Information- Shane Clarke
Website: countdowntobliss.com
Social Media (IG, Tik Tok): @Escapewithshane
EP.9 In this episode, Gerard “Joffre” St. Hilaire and I delve into our personal experiences with engaging in challenging conversations. Additionally, we explore various reasons why people avoid difficult conversations, the benefits of engaging in difficult conversations, and provide insight on how to conduct them effectively to enhance your relationships.
Connect with Joffre:
@joffisfree (IG)
EP.8 On this episode i'm joined with Dre, one of the cohosts from the Bluntz and Bonnetz podcast! Dre and I share all the tea on dating in our thirties, memorable dating experiences, dating apps, societal pressure to get married, and how dating has changed since our 20's! To connect with Dre (Bluntz n Bonnetz Podcast):IG @bluntznbonnetz
EP.7 On this episode i'm joined with Kania Paulas to discuss ghosting! We shared our definition of ghosting, personal experiences with ghosting, reasons why people ghost, and how to practice honest communication when dating!
To connect with Kania: IG: @soul_purpose_7 Kaniapaulas.com
EP.6 On today’s episode I'm joined with Mindset and Confidence Coach, Ci Robinson to discuss the fear of change! We talked about personal experiences with feeling stuck in life, why people avoid change, signs that change is needed, and how to get unstuck in life!
Connect with Ci:
- @Ci.Mariee
- msha.ke/coachci
On today's episode Gerard "Joffre" St.Hilaire (@joffisfree) and I discussed the importance of support, what support looks like, why strangers are often more supportive than friends/family, reasons why people don't show support, and how to find support!
On today's episode i'm joined with Gerard "Joffre" St. Hilaire to discuss our personal experiences with colorism and texturism, our perspective on the natural movement, our views on dating preferences when it comes to skin tone/hair, and how to end the issue of colorism and texturism in our community.
To connect with Gerard St. Hilaire:
Instagram: @joffisfree
On today's episode i'm joined with Shane Clarke (my cousin) to discuss the topic of friendship! We discussed vulnerability in friendships, the concept of "no new friends", challenges in adult friendships, addressing conflict with friends, and why I don't believe in "best" friends!
On today's episode i'm joined with Gerard "Joffre" St. Hilaire to discuss our personal journey with religion! We discuss how religion has been both helpful and harmful, our views on "spiritual but not religious", religious wounds, and how our affiliation with religion has shifted over time. This discussion is filled with vulnerable moments, tears (literally), and laughter!