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Lalanii Wilson Jones
From startup to triumph, Lalanii Wilson Jones has founded and developed 12+ thriving organizations to profitability, written a spicy urban fiction novel while balancing her role as a glam-ma, philanthropist and Dallas fashionista, and socialite - now she's spilling the TEXAS TEA on how listeners can do the same. Big Texas Bossin features Lalanii's charismatic, in-your-face insight plus celebrity guests, experts, and luminaries in business, fashion, and various lifestyle sectors - having candid conversations designed to help her audience flourish in multiple facets of life and BOSS UP while doing it. Listeners can expect to enter a motivational zone where they will laugh, cry, be encouraged, entertained, challenged, and empowered to live their life unapologetically - vibrating high like a BIG TEXAS BOSS!
On this episode of Big Texas Bossin, we sit down with self-care extraordinaire Kala Garner of the BetternessBox. The BetternessBox is a wellness subscription box that is specially curated for all women to help them strengthen and heal their mind, body, and soul.
Kala was raised in Carlsbad, CA and grew up surfing. She is a DiSTinguised member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Imcorporated and went to college for Political Science. At that time she wanted to be a lawyer through activism.
Thanks to her grandmother who was the first entrepreneur in her family, she started her first business in 5th Grade by selling candy out of her dog shed.
By day she is an Engineer in corporate America, AirBnB Host, and interior designer. By night she is the Co-Founder of the BetternessBox with her business partner and line sister Denise Gilmore.
The BeternessBox is operated out of the Dallas area and its mission is to help all women feel good, look good and spread good vibes.
If you are in your soft girl era and this is your thriving season, you'll want to tune in.
Topics Discussed in this Episode include:
- Preparing for Pitch Competitions
-Habits black women can implement around wellness - Steps to prioritize your healthcare and skincare
- How to source Black owned Skincare product vendors
- Self-care automation
- Maintaining excellent heart health
- Essence Fest and building your own wellness box
- Asking for help and delegating tasks
-Plus much more!
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On this episode of Big Texas Bossin, we sit down with the world-renowned luxury photographer and visual media specialist Kauwuane Burton.
Kauwuane was born and raised in Texas and discovered his love for the arts while studying at Skyline Magnet High School Dallas, TX. Putting his love for the arts to the side Kauwuane went on to study Finance at Baylor University and chose a career in banking.
When he was gifted a camera by one of his friends, it was at that moment that his passion was reignited, and he never looked back.
Today Kauwuane operates a luxurious full-service media production studio in Irving, Texas with his incredible wife London Burton. Together the two execute media productions seamlessly and are the go-to production studio with many of the top Entrepreneurs in Dallas.
Kauwuane has been blessed to travel with his clients to international destinations and prides himself on his and his wife's top-tier customer service.
If you are interested in starting or improving your photography business in 2024, then you won't want to miss this episode.
Topics Discussed in this Episode include:
- Studio Professionalism
- Customer Service and why it matters
- Establishing boundaries in your business
- Tools for running a business but putting your family first
- The arts and following your passion
- What it takes to become a commercial photographer
- Plus, much more!
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6025 Commerce Dr Suite 500
Irving, TX 75063
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On this episode of Big Texas Bossin, we sit down with faith-driven Tawni Haynes to discuss the kingdom, the business, and how the two cannot exist without the other.
Since childhood, Tawni knew that she was born with a God-given gift. Over 13 years ago God birthed a vision through here and she hasn't looked back since. Tawni prides herself in being a no-size fashion designer, meaning that she designs beautiful garments for her clients no matter their size. Tawni has always had an eye for lines, curves, fabrics, prints, and details. Her brand is truly a representation of who she is and who she represents. THE KINGDOM!
Topics Discussed in this Episode include:
- The moment God revealed the vision to Tawni
- Self-care and why time in solitude is so important
- Establishing healthy habits and taking care of your body
- How she formulates her designs for all body types
- How she uses her business to up-cycle fabrics
- Plus much more...
Visit Tawni Haynes Apparel at: 316 W Belt Line Rd #202 Cedar Hill, TX 75104
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On this episode of Big Texas Bossin MOCCA Cosmetics owner Kena Williams Baccus stopped by the studio to talk all things glam, entrepreneurship and cosmetics.
Kena began her makeup journey at the age of 19 and hasn't looked back since. She prides herself in being a brand that is for all and one that enhances ones natural beauty.
MOCCA Cosmetics is operated in Red Oak, Texas. When visiting MOCCA, clients can expect to leave with their skin looking flawless.
Topics Discussed in this Episode include:
- Kena's Journey and humble beginnings in the Red Bird Mall
- Valuable lessons from creating in the cosmetic industry
- What traits set you apart in the competitive cosmetic industry
- How to persevere in the Cosmetic industry for over 30 years
- The importance of creating Vegan skincare products
-Plus much more!
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202 N Interstate 35 East Service Rd # D
Red Oak, TX 75154
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On this episode host Lalanii Wilson-Jones is keeping it candid yet classy with her longtime friend and solopreneur Alisha "Lawyertor" Melvin. Alisha spared no details when recounting her journey into entrepreneurship at just 19 years old. Today, she is an established attorney, licensed broker of real estate and a Minority Women-Owned Business Entrepreneur since 1995. Alisha branded the term "Lawyertor" to display her excellence and proficiency in law and real estate. When Alisha is not in the courtroom or selling land, she can be found fighting on the battlefield for families that are fighting to protect their inherited land.
Topics Discussed in this Episode include:
- What it takes to pass the bar and become a lawyer
- Valuable lessons from working in the entertainment industry
- Steps to take to transition to the next phase of your career
- Preserving grandma's land for generations to come
- The importance of a living trust and why it should be mandatory for everyone
-Plus much more!
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Big Texas Bossin is back with an all new season!
Host Lalanii Wilson Jones sits down with Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist Nikko Smith to discuss all things fashion and style.
Nikko Smith was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and is an avid lover of the arts. With having serviced hundreds of clients, he has now added style classes that help the everyday woman revolutionize her style. He is a singer, songwriter, content creator, and published author.
Nikko Smith is one of the most sought-after wardrobe stylists and prides himself on educating his clients on the use of color in their everyday wardrobe.
Topics Discussed in this Episode include:
-The color black and what replaces it
-Labor Day stereotypes (Can you year white after Labor Day?)
-Shopping habits and when not to buy new clothes
-Decluttering your closet and getting rid of old pieces
-Fashion tips for the everyday business woman
-Plus much more!
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What happens when you mix flavor, family, faith, and determination? You get a perfect recipe for success! Join the conversation as Lalanii J and Celebrity Chef, Chef Nikki J, take to the kitchen! With this conversation, the pot isn't the only thing that's hot, on this week's BIG Texas Bossin' special!
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Business segment guest, motivational maven, author, producer, and filmmaker, Cheryl Polote Williamson sits with host Lalanii Wilson Jones in the Big Texas Bossin' studio and shares monumental insight and wisdom on her success and life's purpose. Cheryl encourages listeners to be comfortable being a disruptor of the atmosphere and to validate themselves vs seeking approval of others. The celebrated collaborator speaks to manifesting the desires of your heart through positive affirmations, under-promising, and overdelivering, and admonishes folks to STOP invoicing for services they can not provide!
In the fashion segment, Miami-based luxury shoe designer Keya Martin shares with Lalanii how she broke into the business and encourages the BTB audience to follow their passion and step out on faith. Keya reveals how her desire to overcome low self-esteem and boost her self-confidence became the basis of the inspiration of her growing 1-woman footwear empire Keeyahri, now available at Nordstrom in-stores and online!
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Fashionista host Lalanii Wilson Jones welcomes Fashion Segment guest; international fashion and editorial stylist and image consultant Harrison Thomas Crite. The Memphis native spills the tea on his journey and carving his niche and love for fashion in an incredible career in a most coveted, yet competitive industry. He speaks about the importance of networking, trusting your instinct, and how he started out as an intern on BET and assisting for New York Fashion Week. Crite now styles some of the most influential talents including Starz “Raising Kanan” lead Patina Miller, gospel legend Marvin Sapp, reality star Angela Simmons, singer K Michelle, and countless others.
Big Texas Bossin’ Business Segment guest veteran publicist Anje Collins shares her personal story of resilience, her climactic experiences in Public Relations, giving candid deets from her days working for the legendary Tupac Shakur to starting the biggest PR network for women in the United States. Anje speaks on her passion for the integrity of the PR industry, her books, and her newest business venture Coco & Blue Collective.
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Big Texas Bossin’s Lifestyle Segment features Success Psychologist and Life Strategist Dr. Lawana Gladney who dives right into her inspiring story of how she launched a career in Success Psychology and spills the tea on her methods for working with clients and their mental health in order to change behavior and achieve success. She discusses her book, “If You’re in the Driver's Seat, Why Are You Lost?”, drops keys to having an amazing life, and gives the game on navigating grown folk dating via her podcast; “Single Life with Dr. G: Dating Over 40”!
In this Business Segment, Host Lalanii Wilson Jones speaks with Energy Efficiency phenom Natalie King, the country’s 1st African American woman-owned electric vehicle charger manufacturer! The savvy woman of God commandeers Dunamis Clean Energy Partners, a multimillion-dollar energy consulting and service firm, and shares her inspiration for founding one of the top clean energy companies in the MidWest! This boss drops gems on navigating in a male-dominated industry and keeping her community at the forefront of her mission for carbon neutrality!
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The Business Segment features Business Mastermind, Author, and Entrepreneur Dr. Velma Trayham. She discusses her journey to becoming a millionaire and first-generation business owner for her family. The bright and brilliant Houston-native shares with host Lalanii Wilson Jones her road to the success of her company, Thinkzilla, and her passion for advocating for community empowerment!
In the Lifestyle Segment, Lalanii checks in with Sakeysha Williams, a Luxury Vacation Designer known for her sexy “Baecation Designer” services. She discusses repurposing her travel business during the pandemic, designing trips that cater to high-end lifestyles, romantic preferences, and touches on the uptick in “Melanated Travel”. The destination diva offers key tips on how to Bae-Cation like a Boss!
Wild Card Segment guest Publicist, Branding Guru, Author, and owner of Trea Day PR firm, Treavion Davenport speaks on discovering her life’s purpose with only $25 and a dream! She spills the tea on her crisis management skills that helped exonerate rapper Gucci Mane of murder charges - and dives into her gift for storytelling and her work as co-author of urban fiction novel Sugar Mama, Living for the Sacrifice: A Hood Hero’s Guide to Success with Brian Maurice Brown and Trae Tha Truth’s Mythunderstood!
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In the Business Segment, we welcome social work veteran, mental health advocate, and Author, Belyne Bland-Xochihua. A woman of many hats, she explains how she got into advocating for hospice and her passion for educating black and brown communities about hospice programs. She also speaks briefly on respite, a hospice service that both caregiver or patient can benefit from, and how important it is for self-care.
For the Fashion Segment, guest Lasonja Polk discusses her upbringing in fashion starting at a young age and the college experience that still inspires her today. She breaks down her style and her passion for bringing patterns and vibrant colors to life in her signature kimonos and jackets. Some of her clientele include speaker and co-pastor Sarah Jake Roberts and retired two-weight world champion boxer Reggie Johnson.
In the Business Segment, we speak with Tarsha Polk Hearns, who is well known as the Marketing Lady, about leaving her corporate job to follow her passion for marketing and providing her expertise to small businesses. She is an author and the Director of the LiftFund Dallas Fort Worth Women's Business Center. She discusses her methods of working with businesses on their brands, the importance of business funding and capital, and how she advocates with LiftFund to assist women and minorities with the capital they need to thrive.
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In this Business Segment, guest Dennice Johnson speaks with Lalanii about her booming Dallas-based VIP Concierge & Relocation business, Hyphen. She discusses crossing paths with the right people at the right time which took her down this fateful path to success. She delves into the unique attributes and competitive edge of her company which serves some of the top teams & star players in the NFL, NBA, and other leagues. She shares the ups and downs in business and bringing her Hyphen App to fruition and her career as both a woman and a minority in a male-dominated industry- all while married to a successful & retired football player/philanthropist and being a dedicated mom.
The Lifestyle Segment features author, motivational speaker, general contractor, and real estate boss Akia Brown. She talks with Lalanii about her early background with her struggles as a young mom who still graduated with honors, to meeting her current husband, an infamous former kingpin from Detroit. The savvy and sexy mother of 7 breaks down the 411 on their very open marriage & the other wives aka “wife in-laws” and introduces her memoir, "Beyond Love", which paints the journey of how she fell in love with her husband before prison & stayed loyal to their bond the entire time - including conceiving their first two children while he was locked up!
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In this Fashion Segment, Lalanii welcomes her guest, Miguel of Dallas, an acclaimed Celebrity Hair/Makeup Beauty Expert. He discusses his journey, the unique way he transforms his clients through their appearance, and the pros and cons of human hair and synthetic hair. Check out his special tips on making your lace front wigs last longer and endure any “wild” activity.
The Fashion fetish continues in this fun segment with Fashion Contributor, Stylist, and Boutique Owner Tamara Hush Lee. The go-to source for fashionistas from coast to coast discusses how she went from a top-notch accountant, using her corporate skills to pivot and start her own traveling boutique with a 2-year game plan. She shares what motivated her to stay focused with Hush Boutique, how she’s managed to stay the course and shift with the times. She dives into costume designing for some major films as well as some fashion tips and why everyone should own a great jean jacket!
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In this Wild Card Segment and Thanksgiving Special, guest Chef Nikita “Nikki J” Collins speaks with Lalanii about being a modern-day superwoman. She discusses the start of her number one selling “Sweet Potato Thang” and details some of her infamous wedding cakes that went viral.
Find out her behind-the-scenes experience being on the Food Network and why she doesn’t watch baking competitions anymore since her last appearance.
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For the Business Segment, Lalanii’s guest LaBritney, a Recording artist and entrepreneur, gives insight on how reality TV really works and speaks about her journey from Detroit to being a cast member of Love & Hip Hop Hollywood and Notorious Queens. The triple threat talent and all-around soloprenuer spill the tea on trying to make it as a recording artist, online clothing boutique owner, and mother all at the same time.
In the second Business Segment, real estate consultant and property investment guru Fabiola Fleuranvil, speaks with Lalanii about how she helps people develop real estate deals, fix their credit, and learn to invest in properties in order to build a legacy. She gives some top-notch tips and tricks to starting a real estate portfolio and networking and investing with other people’s coins to jumpstart a lucrative career in the real estate industry!
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Sell them the house... No! Sell them the dream! In this business segment, ex professional footballer and Texas and Georgia Realtor, Will Harvey, joins us on Big Texas Bossin' for a conversation about passion finding in a life pivot. He discusses his love for real estate and the importance in knowing your options, and how he used that knowledge to invest in the next generation of kings!
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In this segment, Lalanii sits with founder of Every Dope Girl, Raisha Smith, to discuss the importance of having a strong network of other entrepreneurs and creators, and how to recognize the greatness in others.
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In this segment Lalanii sits to talk about being a boss in the world of ownership and expansion. Join the conversation with entrepreneur, Crissy B, as we dive into her history as a business owner, and the road that led her into capitalizing in the investment of business operations through franchise ownership.
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In this segment we sit with founder and owner, Nick DeShay, of Saint Alexander about being a boss in the world of ownership and expansion, through fashion. We will delve into his family legacy of entrepreneurship and the brands unique approach to it's matriculation.
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Join the conversation with actor and comedian boss, Anthony Davis, of the original Playmakers, as we talk about the business of entertainment, and his strategy to not only remain relevant, and his unique approach to curating content.
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Not every boss is in front of the camera, but when they do step in the spotlight, they make a BANG! In this business segment, award-winning TV producer turned TV personality, and event host, Alexis “Fly” Jones, joins us on Big Texas Bossin' for a great discussion loaded with inspirational tidbits about following your calling, and betting on your talents.
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On this episode of Big Texas Bossin' Lalanii sits down with her longstanding Senior Pastor Dr. David E. Wilson.
Pastor Wilson is the head Pastor of Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church located in Dallas, TX. This past October Pastor and the Greater Cornerstone congregation celebrated 36 years in ministry.
Greater Cornerstone participates in the community and Dr. David Wilson is involved in the community in the Dallas area and has been for a long time. One of the things that he does with the church that I love is an annual community fair, and in that it is a health fair.
Other Topics discussed in this episode are
- His Journey to Ministry
- How the church pivoted during the pandemic
- Experiences while driving while black
-What Community policing should be, plus more!
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Colleen Payne is the COO and founder of MCI Diagnostic Center—a nationally acclaimed, award-winning testing laboratory center in the heart of Dallas, Texas. MCI Diagnostic Center was established in 1998 and has become one of Oklahoma’s largest privately and locally owned Medical Complexes.
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In 2020 MCI Diagnostic expanded to Dallas, Texas with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony held on November 19, 2020.
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- How to navigate work, life balance
- Testing during the Pandemic
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On this episode of Big Texas Bossin Lalanii sits down with Dallas' very own Body Bag Attorney, better known as Attorney Russell Wilson II.
Russell Wilson is one of Texas' elite attorneys who is board-certified in Criminal Law. Less than 1% of Texas' attorneys are board-certified.
When you talk about African-American attorneys, the numbers generally are lower. Just period in the profession overall, that's kind of changed some over the last few years. But the number of African American attorneys board-certified statewide in criminal law with estimated ten or fewer.
Other Topics discussed in this episode:
- Body Camera Implementation
- Experience with Criminal Law Defense
- How Russell Became the Body Bag Attorney
- Notable High-Profile Cases
- Getting a Case to Trial
- Graduating Law School Debt Free, plus more!
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This week on Big Texas Bossin' we're takin' a break from the studio to hang out with Chef Allen while he prepares some of America's favorite Super Bowl Party Foods.
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This week kicks off Black History Month!
In this episode, Senator West shares his passion for the education sector, as well as the difference between being a Politician vs. a Public Servant. Senator West has held his position as Senator for over 30 years. We also discussed what it would take to have a Democrat elected to a high office in Texas and ultimately replace a Republican.
Other topics you will hear:
- The state of the Texas Population
- New Government officials that have been elected in Texas
- The importance of education and how it directly correlates with how much money you earn.
- Why Senator does NOT support Defunding the Police
- What's next for the Senator, plus much more.
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This week we're talking all things growth and sustainability with the Curls Beauty Brands CEO, Mahisha Dellinger.
In this episode, Mahisha shares her journey to launching CURLS while still employed full-time in corporate. As well as the secret to how she's been able to maintain staying in power for 20 years. We also dove into the number one weakness that is detrimental to many businesses and how it can be avoided.
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• Where you can go to find a mentor for FREE - https://www.score.org
• When and why, Mahisha decided to make the pivot into full-time entrepreneurship
• The CURLS experience of being one of the first four brands to launch the natural/multicultural hair care category in Target
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From startup to triumph, Lalanii Wilson Jones has founded and developed 12+ thriving organizations to profitability, written a spicy urban fiction novel while balancing her role as a glam-ma, philanthropist and Dallas fashionista, and socialite - now she's spilling the TEXAS TEA on how listeners can do the same.
Big Texas Bossin' features Lalanii's charismatic, in-your-face insight plus celebrity guests, experts, and luminaries in business, fashion, and various lifestyle sectors - having candid conversations designed to help her audience flourish in multiple facets of life and BOSS UP while doing it.
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For the Business Segment, Lalanii’s guest LaBritney, a Recording artist and entrepreneur, gives insight on how reality TV really works and speaks about her journey from Detroit to being a cast member of Love & Hip Hop Hollywood and Notorious Queens. The triple threat talent and all-around soloprenuer spill the tea on trying to make it as a recording artist, online clothing boutique owner, and mother all at the same time.
In the second Business Segment, real estate consultant and property investment guru Fabiola Fleuranvil, speaks with Lalanii about how she helps people develop real estate deals, fix their credit, and learn to invest in properties in order to build a legacy. She gives some top-notch tips and tricks to starting a real estate portfolio and networking and investing with other people’s coins to jumpstart a lucrative career in the real estate industry!
In this Wild Card Segment and Thanksgiving Special, guest Chef Nikita “Nikki J” Collins speaks with Lalanii about being a modern-day superwoman. She discusses the start of her number one selling “Sweet Potato Thang” and details some of her infamous wedding cakes that went viral.
Find out her behind-the-scenes experience being on the Food Network and why she doesn’t watch baking competitions anymore since her last appearance.
In the Fashion Segment, Lalanii welcomes her guest, Miguel of Dallas, an acclaimed Celebrity Hair/Makeup Beauty Expert. He discusses his journey, the unique way he transforms his clients through their appearance, and the pros and cons of human hair and synthetic hair. Check out his special tips on making your lace front wigs last longer and endure any “wild” activity.
For the second Fashion Segment, Fashion Contributor, Stylist, and Boutique Owner Tamara Hush Lee chimes in discussing how she went from a top-notch accountant, used her corporate skills, and started her own traveling boutique with a 2-year game plan. She shares what motivated her to stay focused with Hush Boutique and costume designing as well as some fashion tips- own a great jean jacket!
In this Business Segment, guest Dennice Johnson speaks with Lalanii about her booming Dallas-based VIP Concierge & Relocation business, Hyphen. She discusses crossing paths with the right people at the right time which took her down this fateful path to success. She delves into the unique attributes and competitive edge of her company which serves some of the top teams & star players in the NFL, NBA, and other leagues. She shares the ups and downs in business and bringing her Hyphen App to fruition and her career as both a woman and a minority in a male-dominated industry- all while married to a successful & retired football player/philanthropist and being a dedicated mom.
The Lifestyle Segment features author, motivational speaker, general contractor, and real estate boss Akia Brown. She talks with Lalanii about her early background with her struggles as a young mom who still graduated with honors, to meeting her current husband, an infamous former kingpin from Detroit. The savvy and sexy mother of 7 breaks down the 411 on their very open marriage & the other wives aka “wife in-laws” and introduces her memoir, "Beyond Love", which paints the journey of how she fell in love with her husband before prison & stayed loyal to their bond the entire time - including conceiving their first two children while he was locked up!
In the Business Segment, we welcome social work veteran, mental health advocate, and Author, Belyne Bland-Xochihua. A woman of many hats, she explains how she got into advocating for hospice and her passion for educating black and brown communities about hospice programs. She also speaks briefly on respite, a hospice service that both caregiver or patient can benefit from, and how important it is for self-care.
For the Fashion Segment, guest Lasonja Polk discusses her upbringing in fashion starting at a young age and the college experience that still inspires her today. She breaks down her style and her passion for bringing patterns and vibrant colors to life in her signature kimonos and jackets. Some of her clientele include speaker and co-pastor Sarah Jake Roberts and retired two-weight world champion boxer Reggie Johnson.
In the Business Segment, we speak with Tarsha Polk Hearns, who is well known as the Marketing Lady, about leaving her corporate job to follow her passion for marketing and providing her expertise to small businesses. She is an author and the Director of the LiftFund Dallas Fort Worth Women's Business Center. She discusses her methods of working with businesses on their brands, the importance of business funding and capital, and how she advocates with LiftFund to assist women and minorities with the capital they need to thrive.
The Business Segment features Business Mastermind, Author, and Entrepreneur Dr. Velma Trayham. She discusses her journey to becoming a millionaire and first-generation business owner for her family. The bright and brilliant Houston-native shares with host Lalanii Wilson Jones her road to the success of her company, Thinkzilla, and her passion for advocating for community empowerment!
In the Lifestyle Segment, Lalanii checks in with Sakeysha Williams, a Luxury Vacation Designer known for her sexy “Baecation Designer” services. She discusses repurposing her travel business during the pandemic, designing trips that cater to high-end lifestyles, romantic preferences, and touches on the uptick in “Melanated Travel”. The destination diva offers key tips on how to Bae-Cation like a Boss!
Wild Card Segment guest Publicist, Branding Guru, Author, and owner of Trea Day PR firm, Treavion Davenport speaks on discovering her life’s purpose with only $25 and a dream! She spills the tea on her crisis management skills that helped exonerate rapper Gucci Mane of murder charges - and dives into her gift for storytelling and her work as co-author of urban fiction novel Sugar Mama, Living for the Sacrifice: A Hood Hero’s Guide to Success with Brian Maurice Brown and Trae Tha Truth’s Mythunderstood!
Big Texas Bossin’s Lifestyle Segment features Success Psychologist and Life Strategist Dr. Lawana Gladney who dives right into her inspiring story of how she launched a career in Success Psychology and spills the tea on her methods for working with clients and their mental health in order to change behavior and achieve success. She discusses her book, “If You’re in the Driver's Seat, Why Are You Lost?”, drops keys to having an amazing life, and gives the game on navigating grown folk dating via her podcast; “Single Life with Dr. G: Dating Over 40”!
In this Business Segment, Host Lalanii Wilson Jones speaks with Energy Efficiency phenom Natalie King, the country’s 1st African American woman-owned electric vehicle charger manufacturer! The savvy woman of God commandeers Dunamis Clean Energy Partners, a multimillion-dollar energy consulting and service firm, and shares her inspiration for founding one of the top clean energy companies in the MidWest! This boss drops gems on navigating in a male-dominated industry and keeping her community at the forefront of her mission for carbon neutrality!
Host and fellow fashionista host Lalanii Wilson Jones welcomes Fashion Segment guest; international fashion and editorial stylist and image consultant Harrison Thomas Crite. The Memphis native spills the tea on his journey and carving his niche and love for fashion into an incredible career in a most coveted, yet competitive industry. He speaks about the importance of networking, trusting your instinct, and how he started out as an intern at BET and assisting for New York Fashion Week. Crite now styles some of the most influential talents including Starz “Raising Kanan” leading actress Patina Miller, gospel legend Marvin Sapp, reality star Angela Simmons, singer K Michelle, and countless others.
Big Texas Bossin’ Business Segment guest veteran publicist Anje Collins shares her personal story of resilience, her climactic experiences in Public Relations, giving candid deets from her days working for the legendary Tupac Shakur, to starting the biggest PR network for women in the United States. Anje speaks on her passion for the integrity of the PR industry, her books, and the real reason she retired and started her newest business venture Coco & Blue Collective.
Business segment guest, motivational maven, author, producer, filmmaker, Cheryl Polote Williamson sits with host Lalanii Wilson Jones in theBig Texas Bossin' studio and shares monumental insight and wisdom on her success and life's purpose. Cheryl encourages listeners to be comfortable being a disruptor of the atmosphere and to validate themselves vs seeking approval of others. The celebrated collaborator speaks to manifesting the desires of your heart through positive affirmations, under promising and overdelivering, and admonishes folks to STOP invoicing for services that they can not provide!
In the fashion segment, Miami-based luxury shoe designer Keya Martin shares with Lalanii how she broke into the business and encourages the BTB audience to follow their passion and step out on faith. Keya reveals how her desire to overcome low self-esteem and boost her self-confidence became the basis of the inspiration of her growing 1-woman footwear empire Keeyahri, now available at Nordstrom in-stores and online!
Business mogul Lalanii Wilson Jones introduces her passion for entrepreneurship, fashion, and living life on her own terms in this first-ever episode.
Guests financial guru, author, and star of Debtor's Court TVDr. Lynn Richardson and R&B Divas reality show creator, TV /film Producer and Grammy-nominated recording artist, lead signer ofBrownstone Nicci Gilbert, spill the TEXAS TEA onmanaging personal finances, the importance of ownership, and key life lessons on bossin up!