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My Sentiments Exactly

My Sentiments Exactly

By Kayleon Dortch-Elliott

My Sentiments Exactly is a podcast & community eliminating taboo, breaking stigmas, bringing awareness & normalizing hard conversations and encouraging listeners to start the discussion with those around them. Tune in each week as Kay facilitates conversations necessary for growth, transformation, healing, and genuine community. This podcast is no longer producing episodes, but here are ways you can stay connected to the host: www.kayleondortchelliott.com www.instagram.com/kaydelliott
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August 25, 2019

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087: Our Youth ft. Maria Lazaro

087: Our Youth ft. Maria Lazaro

Tune in for Open Mic Monday with Maria Lazaro as she shares an original poem entitled "Our Youth" and discusses the prevalence of overdose and mental health stigma in the black community.

Maria is a poet and spoken word artist from Washington, D.C., and an undergraduate student attending the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She uses poetry for self-expression and to address social justice issues and prejudices affecting black people.

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Apr 19, 202126:29
086: Coping with Birth Trauma ft. Ayelet Schwell

086: Coping with Birth Trauma ft. Ayelet Schwell

Tune in as Kay and Ayelet discuss experiences with birth trauma, misconceptions associated with birth work, and how doulas are helping moms all over the world!

Ayelet Schwell is a doula, speaker, and educator for mothers and birth professionals.   Over her 16 years of working in perinatal care, she has used her experience, knowledge, and intuition to guide mothers as they create their own positive, powerful birth stories. 

Ayelet believes in the right of every birth-giver to have autonomy, dignity, and respect in their perinatal care and works towards that goal in her doula work and in her work with mothers who have experienced birth trauma through the Birthing Our Stories workshops. 

Her experience has taught her that there are four things that will make or break a positive birth experience: Power, Voice, Choice, and Support.   

Following her own experience of birth trauma, she found that as soon as people heard she was a doula, they would start pouring out their birth stories - often very difficult, scary, or traumatic experiences. 

She wanted to find a way to give those stories their space and to truly be an ally to the mothers who needed a safe place to share those experiences and reclaim their intrinsic power, and that’s how Birthing Our Stories came to be. 

Ayelet is passionate about raising awareness about the reality of living with birth trauma and giving hope that there can be healing and there can be joy. 

She has been a speaker at the Naturelle VBAC Summit, and the Jewish Mamas Movement Summit, and has been a guest on the Faith Breathed Hope Podcast, and the Successful Diligence podcast, as well as speaking at local venues and being a guest expert in pregnancy and birth-related online forums. 

As a mom of 6, wife, and business owner, she gets by on baby snuggles, coffee, and sci-fi novels.


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Apr 15, 202150:32
085: Living With Face Blindness ft. Pamela Borawski

085: Living With Face Blindness ft. Pamela Borawski

Tune in as Kay and Pamela discuss Pamela's lifelong journey Prosopagnosia (Face Blindness), a rare cognitive disorder of face perception which causes an inability to recognize familiar faces, including her own face.

Pamela was born and raised in the deep south – and would not have it any other way. She lives out in the country in South Carolina on a family farm, where she delights in gardening, and tending her goats and chickens. She founded her business, 3 Rays of Light, after going back to school and graduating in her 40's. She is a hypnosis practitioner and spiritual coach, using her own experiences to overcome decades of depression and obstacles as fuel to facilitate change in others. Connect with Pamela at 3raysoflight.org

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Apr 02, 202129:23
084: Raising Children with OCD & Anxiety Issues ft. Don & Gina Grothoff

084: Raising Children with OCD & Anxiety Issues ft. Don & Gina Grothoff

Tune in as Kay, Don, and Gina, discuss the Grothoff's experience of raising a child with OCD, lessons, regrets, advice, and how they've used their experience to help others through Focused Healthy Family. 

Don and Gina have a passion for helping parents overcome their child’s behavior and anxiety issues without medication. Now more than ever the world is dealing with ever growing issues of anger, bullying, abuse, and anxiety and parents are desperate for non-medical alternatives. 

Donald Grothoff is an author, speaker, EFT Practitioner, Behavior Transformation Specialist and co-owner of Focused Healthy Family and Family OCD in Charlotte, NC.  Gina is an Occupational Therapist, Behavior Transformation Specialist, Child-Led Learning Coach, Writer, Homeschooling Mom and co-owner of Focused Healthy Family and Family OCD in Charlotte, NC. Gina, who has over 25 years as an Occupational Therapist, assesses the whole family, parents and children looking at environment, nutrition, health and emotional state.  Don, who has over fifteen years of training and experience and holds a certificate from The Association for the Advancement of Meridian Energy Techniques (AAMET) in Emotional Freedom Techniques. Don is the author of the E-book “A Trip to the Non-Sensical: A Dad's Journey Through His Daughter's OCD”, in which he shares his personal experience guiding his family through a traumatic diagnosis.   Don and Gina are here for parents wherever they are to bring peace to the home. Having three wonderful kids, two dogs, three cats they understand parent’s situation and are ready to help. 

Connect with Don & Gina: Focusedhealthyfamily.com, ginaanddon.com, invisiblewheelchair.com, @focusedhealthyfamily, @invisiblewheelchairpodcast, @familyocd  www.bygracenp.com/podcast

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Mar 26, 202137:03
083: The Aftermath of Mixed-Orientation Marriage ft. Kortney Rivard

083: The Aftermath of Mixed-Orientation Marriage ft. Kortney Rivard

Tune in as Kay and Kortney discuss Kortney's experience as a divorcee of a man who came out as gay after 17 years of marriage with 2 children. Although it is not talked about much, this is a common reality for many, and Kortney is sharing her story in hopes that it will help others going through the same thing.

Kortney is a certified life coach who helps gen-x women who feel stuck and want to feel more joy, meaning and freedom in their lives but can’t seem to take action on their own. Whether they want to start a business, make a career move, go back to work after their kids have grown, or just love their lives again, she helps them get clear on what they want and to overcome the barriers that keep them stuck so they create lives they’re excited to wake up to. Learn more at www.kortneyrivard.com

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LinkedIn: @kortneyrivard 

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Mar 19, 202129:38
082: Cain & Abilene ft. Eliza Metts
Mar 08, 202133:57
081: Abusive Father & Strained Family Relations ft. Maria Piirsalu
Mar 05, 202143:11
080: Taking the Mask Off of Infertility ft. Jessi Shuraleff

080: Taking the Mask Off of Infertility ft. Jessi Shuraleff

Tune in as Kay and Jessi discuss Jessi's journey through infertility, misconceptions, and encouragement for women experiencing similar struggles.  

Jessi Shuraleff is the mama of two amazing little humans conceived through IVF and the founder & host of This Is My Truth podcast. She spent many years shoving down her emotions around her fertility journey (amongst other things!) into a box, and threw away the key. Until one day, she found the key and it changed everything -- how she viewed herself, motherhood, but most importantly the type of leader she became at home & at work. She has spent the last 13+ years at Google, effectively leading & coaching sales teams using authenticity, value-based selling & storytelling to drive impact & revenue for customers and Google. Her mission is to create community & connection through sharing personal stories to empower others to step into their own light, reclaim their vulnerability & drive greater impact.

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Website: www.jessishuraleff.com 

Instagram: @ThisIsMyTruthPodcast

Podcast: This Is My Truth, available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor & all podcast platforms  


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Feb 19, 202129:47
079: The Unlikely Journey ft. Haelee & Dedrick Moone
Feb 12, 202151:14
078: Accountability ft. Nick Courmon
Feb 01, 202127:59
077: Marshmallow’s Hope ft. Laura Gabriela

077: Marshmallow’s Hope ft. Laura Gabriela

Jan 29, 202131:20
076: Grieving the Loss of A Mother ft. Lynnette Phillips

076: Grieving the Loss of A Mother ft. Lynnette Phillips

Tune in as Kay and Lynnette discuss Lynnette's journey coping with the loss of her mother, what she's learned along the way, benefits of hospice care, and how she made the most of those final moments.

Lynnette Phillips is a passionate leader, certified LPS facilitator, speaker, and live your best life enthusiast. Lynnette transitioned from the corporate world after a 17 year career with the Walt Disney Company to pursue her purpose of helping others and organizations empower their possibilities.    In 2019 Lynnette co-authored 'It’s Possible: A Dreamers Manifesto to Overcome Opposition," a collection of inspirational stories of overcoming obstacles.  When away from the work and world of clients, Lynnette is grateful for time spent reading a book, cooking, traveling, or creating the most magical memories with her husband and children.

Connect with Lynnette:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnette-phillips-4a2331131/ 

https://www.instagram.com/lynnettetphillips/ 

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Jan 22, 202129:31
075: Human Trafficking & Compassion to Act ft. Debbie Hancock
Jan 15, 202145:54
074: I Cannot Breathe ft. Ashley Moyo
Jan 04, 202117:42
S2 FINALE 073: Chinese Immigration, Business Bullies, and COVID ft. Grace Henke
Dec 18, 202033:29
072: Intentional Weight Loss... What Could Go Wrong? ft. Samantha Hohenshil

072: Intentional Weight Loss... What Could Go Wrong? ft. Samantha Hohenshil

Tune in to hear Kay and Samantha discuss Samantha's discoveries after over 15+ years of dieting, beginning at the age of 13.  Samantha Hohenshil is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Plant-Based Nutrition Movement Cooking Instructor helping women all around the country change how they think about food, their bodies, and their lives as a whole. A pioneer of the Anti-Diet movement, Samantha is passionate about debunking many popular Diet Culture myths and putting an end to the restrict/binge cycle… for good. Her refreshing, insightful, and honest approach to healthy living and mind-body wellness promotes weight loss as the natural result of self-care and self-work (rather than the intentional pursuit of self-hatred and self-control). Samantha utilizes groundbreaking thought work strategies to help her clients reframe their mindset, approach their challenges from an entirely different perspective, and dramatically improve not only their relationships with food and their bodies, but each and every aspect of their lives.  Connect with Samatha at www.samanthahohenshil.com or on Facebook & Instagram @samanthahohenshil + Twitter: @samhohenshil To stay updated on MSE Podcast's new episodes, subscribe to the YouTube Channel (videos premiering in 2021) and audio platforms, and follow MSE on social media: facebook.com/msepodcast and instagram.com/msepodcast
Dec 15, 202031:35
071: Making Sense of Divorce ft. Roman Mironov
Dec 04, 202022:20
070: Single Motherhood & Special Needs ft. Chrystien Guyton
Nov 20, 202022:59
069: How Looking Down Under Just Might Save Your Life ft. Kathy Ruiz-Carter
Nov 06, 202039:06
068: Forged By Fire ft. Krista Garrett

068: Forged By Fire ft. Krista Garrett

Tune in to hear Kay and Krista discuss Krista's journey saving her husband's business during his addiction, coping with the death of her friend and business partner,  enduring a fire that burned down 50% of her academy, and what she feels you should do when you're angry with God. 


Krista Garrett has been married to her husband, Nicholas, for 13 years and is the mother of 3 children, two of whom are twin girls. She is the owner of the Garrett Music Academy as well as I am Flawsome and Freedom Through Music, which specializes in promoting mental health through music. She graduated from Suitland School of Performing Arts for Piano and Vocal Performance, received a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Maryland, and received a Master’s degree with honors at John Hopkins University for Developmental Psychology. She is a former adjunct professor at Montgomery College and the College of Southern Maryland. Krista has taught private lessons at the Garrett Music Academy for over 12 years and is the Director of the ARC of Southern Maryland therapeutic music program. She specializes in early childhood music and developmental and cognitive disability programs, and she is the author of Authenticity: Be You, Do You, Share You...Be Flawsome! 


You can connect with Krista at iamflawsome.me/ garrettmusicacdemy.com instagram.com/thegarrettmusicacademy and facebook.com/garrettmusicacademy/


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Oct 30, 202031:39
067: Surviving Child Sexual Abuse ft. Nicole Weaver
Oct 23, 202023:16
066: Women in the Pulpit ft. Lauren Jacobs
Oct 16, 202039:55
065: The Perpetual Trauma of Molestation ft. Raelin Saindon

065: The Perpetual Trauma of Molestation ft. Raelin Saindon

Tune in to hear Kay and Raelin’s heartfelt discussion surrounding Raelin’s journey with childhood sexual abuse and trauma. Raelin Saindon calls herself a “Spiritual Observer & Advocate” of humanity and The Soul that lives within others. She operates as a Healing Channel of WE are WE Consciousness and in her business, The Healing Space. She is also a Best-selling Author of “The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing Techniques.” Raelin uses her training in energy modalities such as Reiki and Hypnosis, psychology and storytelling to empower others through inquiry and encouraging them to “Live the Softer Way.” She hosts a weekly podcast, “Live OUT LOUD” at: anchor.fm/raelin-saindon You can connect with her on her website at: raelinsaindon.com or on social media at facebook.com/thehealingspaceco/ instagram.com/thehealingspaceco/ twitter.com/raelintao/ and youtube.com/channel/UCgLONcwaUkK5vg6HLPmn3Ng/ Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to listen there and purchase MSE Conversation Cards. You can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
Oct 09, 202044:17
064: Relationships & Sexual Taboo in the Church ft. Keshia Rice
Oct 02, 202044:41
063: Surviving Domestic Violence ft. Tina Torres
Sep 25, 202038:02
062: Essential Oils Saved Our Lives ft. Scott Manduck
Sep 18, 202045:40
061: Navigating Business Obstacles, Labels, and Transitions ft. David Somerfleck

061: Navigating Business Obstacles, Labels, and Transitions ft. David Somerfleck

Sep 11, 202039:04
060: One Hit Away ft. Jordan Barnes

060: One Hit Away ft. Jordan Barnes

At the age of 24, Jordan Barnes woke up next to a corpse, rifled through his dead friends’ pockets for any remaining heroin and went right back to using. Strung out and homeless during the supposed best years of his life, there was no clear way out of the Opioid Crisis ravaging the streets of Portland, Oregon. But though Jordan had long accepted his fate, his parents still held out hope, and would do everything in their power to get him the help he so desperately needed. After a harrowing journey that proves the life of an addict will always get worse, never better, Jordan found himself at the gates of Sand Island, Hawaii’s most notorious two-year inpatient treatment facility. He soon discovers that though his heart was in the right place, the hardest battle of his life was yet to come. One Hit Away is his arduous and unlikely true story of recovery, rehabilitation and redemption. Jordan Barnes is a grateful addict in recovery, and Sand Island Treatment Center is his home group. When he’s not sharing his experience, strength, and hope through writing, he enjoys bodysurfing and diving, as well as long walks on the beach while swinging his metal detector. Jordan resides in beautiful Kailua, HI. He has been sober from all mind and mood-altering substances since August 29th, 2011. One Hit Away is his debut memoir and it releases today! It can be purchased on Amazon. Visit jordanpbarnes.com for more and follow Jordan on social media @JordanPBarnes. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to listen there and purchase MSE Conversation Cards. You can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
Aug 29, 202040:24
059: CELEBRATING 1 YEAR OF MSE PODCAST!!!
Aug 25, 202017:16
058: Growing Up Black in White ft. Kevin Hofmann

058: Growing Up Black in White ft. Kevin Hofmann

In this episode, Kay and Kevin discuss Kevin’s experience growing up black in white. Accomplished writer and public speaker Kevin Hofmann has appeared across the United States sharing his experience and guiding parents, students and professionals through today’s multicultural landscape. His perspective and light-hearted yet contemplative view resonates with people of all cultures and is sought by many. Kevin has been interviewed by media including Nightline ABC and NPR and is quickly becoming a trusted voice on the topics of race and adoption.

Kevin’s layered racial resume has led him to write Growing Up Black in White, a compelling memoir revealing his difficulties and joys growing up in a diverse family –particularly during a time and in a location where acceptance was tentative and emotions regarding race ran high and hot. Because his story also addresses the impact of race and culture in society, it serves as a catalyst for open discussions on diversity and inclusion as well as race and culture. Kevin has worked with several K-12 school districts, universities, and adoption agencies as a consultant in the area of cultural intelligence. Website-
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Twitter- @Kevininclusion
Snapchat: Kevinclusion
Instagram: Kevinclusion
Facebook - www.facebook.com/Kevin.Hofmann Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
Jul 31, 202042:50
057: Workplace Culture & Young Men in the “Real” World ft. Lee Chambers

057: Workplace Culture & Young Men in the “Real” World ft. Lee Chambers

Jul 24, 202035:59
056: Midlife, No Crisis ft. Amy Schmidt

056: Midlife, No Crisis ft. Amy Schmidt

In this episode, Kay and Amy discuss why midlife is such a wake-up call for so many women, stigmas associated with aging, relationships and family dynamics that shift as we age, and how to embrace midlife fearlessly. Amy Schmidt is a podcaster, author, public speaker, blogger and founder of the brand, Fearlessly Facing Fifty™. She launched her business and brand six months before turning 50. Her mission is to encourage women over forty to push fear aside and find that hidden treasure of confidence that may have been pushed aside for a while and not let this time of life allow them to lose their identity. Amy’s weekly podcasts arm listeners with insight and value, leave an imprint on each heart, and inspire action. Amy uses her personal storytelling and authentic self to empower women to take charge of their life in the middle, at a time when women can begin to feel invisible. Amy is married to her college sweetheart and has three children. Her work has been published in Grown and Flown, Scary Mommy, Today Parents, and many others. Her Instagram handle is: www.instagram.com/fearlessly.facing.fifty/. Facebook community: www.facebook.com/fearlesslyfacingfifty.net/. Followers can subscribe to her website, read her blog and find links to her podcast at fearlesslyfacingfifty.com/ Podcasts are available on Apple, Spotify and SoundCloud. Amy loves to connect with her followers and encourages emails to amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
Jul 17, 202041:40
055: Owning Our Prejudices & Loving Anyway ft. Cheryl Hanson

055: Owning Our Prejudices & Loving Anyway ft. Cheryl Hanson

In this episode, Kay and Cheryl discuss how Cheryl's journey to advocacy unfolded after being told as a young girl that the injustice she saw was not her problem to solve. Cheryl Hanson has had the opportunity to enjoy a career working professionally and volunteering in the non-profit sector. She has been blessed to serve with many organizations like African Leadership, Refugees Ministries, World Vision, Second Harvest Food Bank, Feeding America and various other organizations working with different communities of immigrants, homeless, gang members, and prisoners. While working within these communities through the years, she has grown to learn from, appreciate and develop a love for those from very different walks of life. She has seen in her work that we must NOT group people into large categories of race, faith groups, politics or orientation, but see them as individuals with their own unique stories. In these days of division and vitriolic language being thrown at each other, we must practice “Radical Compassion” towards each other. Cheryl has partnered with the international organization, Preemptive Love and has developed a program called “Gatherings” in Nashville where people from different cultures, races, faiths, politics are able to come together in an environment where everyone has a voice, a place to be heard and valued. The idea is to promote healing from all that is tearing us apart by listening to each others’ stories, understanding the struggles of the marginalized and minorities, and seeing one another through eyes of compassion. These connections foster empathy and compassion so that when we face the fears and anger in the world or disagree with our neighbors, our first choice will be understanding and Radical Compassion. Cheryl is married to Brian, a concert artist and mother of three wonderful, amazing children. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
Jul 10, 202029:42
054: Facing Abortion Aftermath ft. Latoya Mathews

054: Facing Abortion Aftermath ft. Latoya Mathews

In this episode, Kay & Latoya discuss Latoya’s experience pre- and post-abortion. Latoya Mathews is an Inner Healing Coach, author & transformational speaker who specializes in helping women post-abortion break the cycles of self-sabotage. She does this via her one-on-one coaching program Beauty for Ashes, retreat & speaking engagements. Her ultimate mission is seeing more GEMs, which is what she calls the women in her community, healed and helping them redefine and rewrite the narrative of their lives after trauma. GEM is an acronym that means God’s Extraordinary Masterpiece. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices. ****Disclaimer: There is absolutely NO shaming, hate speech, hurtful language, or backlash tolerated in the MSE community. Please keep that in mind when connecting with her on social media. No topic is off the table and every story is heard here.
Jul 03, 202032:04
053: Creating A Brand ft. Alex Sanfilippo

053: Creating A Brand ft. Alex Sanfilippo

Tune in to hear Kay and Alex discuss common mistakes made by aspiring entrepreneurs, how to figure out your niche and sort through business ideas, and the importance of community building. Alex Sanfilippo is the host of Creating a Brand, a top 20 entrepreneurship podcast where he interviews successful leaders and experts on topics that matter to entrepreneurs who want to grow faster both personally and professionally while saving time and money in the process. Visit CreatingaBrand.com to join the Creating a Brand Community and to accelerate your success! Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.

Jun 26, 202019:41
052: The Prisoners' Kid ft. Sherelle Hogan

052: The Prisoners' Kid ft. Sherelle Hogan

Tune in to hear Kay and Sherelle discuss Sherelle's journey, the school-to-prison pipeline, and ways caregivers of children of incarcerated parents can help. Sherelle most often has been described as a remarkable young woman of God and a survivor. A victim of parental incarceration, Sherelle faced a childhood of trauma related challenges as she fought to maintain psychological, physical, and spiritual freedom. Statistics suggest many that have walked Sherelle’s path end up uneducated, entangled in the criminal system and living in poverty. However Sherelle has managed to navigate life traumatic circumstances turning pain into purpose. She has beaten the odds and has become an inspiration to many. Through this traumatic experience, Sherelle has become an advocate for children of incarcerated parents. She founded “Pure Heart Foundation” to bridge the gap and create opportunities for children who are often forgotten. Pure Heart has assisted bringing awareness to the psychological instability children of incarcerated parents and providers face. Sherelle has a goal of decreasing generational incarceration, including “the school to prison pipe line” by creating a new cycle of hope, love and financial sustainability. Sherelle shares her journey to freedom through her NEW book “The Prisoners’ Kid” in hopes it inspires every reader will look within. Sherelle attended University of Michigan, obtaining a BA in Child Psychology. Currently, she is the Resource Counselor for CEASE FIRE Detroit a partnership with Law Enforcement, Community and Faith-Base to address violent crime and she is the Executive Director of Pure Heart Foundation. Connect with her on social media and on https://sherellehogan.com. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.

Jun 19, 202031:47
051: In the Face of Death, Bankruptcy & Suicide ft. Dean Fox

051: In the Face of Death, Bankruptcy & Suicide ft. Dean Fox

Tune in to hear Kay and Dean discuss his near-death experience, financial crisis, and depression that led to suicidal thoughts. Dean Fox is a leading mindset coach, trainer, consultant, entrepreneur and speaker. Based in the North East of England, UK, Dean has trained and coached thousands of Entrepreneurs across the country with his powerful message. He has been married to Christine since 1991 and has two children, Sean and Josh. Dean started life as an engineer in the Steel Industry and carved out a career by continually learning and trying new things, progressing from engineer to National Sales Manager with a major blue chip company, but always knew there was more to life than the day to day grind of the job. His first taste of “entrepreneurship” and “personal development” came after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad in 2005 and he started to get involved in real estate investing and development. In 2015, Dean formed Infinite Wealth Group Ltd as the creation and production company for his coaching and information products and his consultancy. Dean is also a partner in Sunflower Dreams Academy Ltd, which is co owned with his wife Christine. Over the last decade Dean has invested in himself and rebuilt and grown a 6 figure consultancy and coaching business and has several other business interests. 

Website https://deanafox.com

FB @deanfoxcoaching
IG @deanfoxcoaching
Twitter @IMDeanAFox
LinkedIn Dean Fox. 

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Jun 12, 202034:08
050: Meet Callie Day

050: Meet Callie Day

Today we are celebrating MSE’s 50th episode with special guest, Calesta (Callie) Day!!! In this episode, we discuss growing up as PK’s, her career, challenges she’s had along the way, facts people may not know, and she even sings for us! She is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. She has performed with the Miami University Opera, the Cincinnati Opera, the Bowling Green State Opera, the University of Kentucky Opera and in recent years, a touring member of the American Spiritual Ensemble. She has traveled extensively performing across the nation, and in Europe and Central America.
Recently, Callie has taken social media by storm as fans all over the United States have captured her amazing voice in videos that have instantly gone viral! Even before then, many had already witnessed her gifts in churches and schools where she's taught and served, especially in her local Walmart where she was featured as the "Singing Pharmacy Tech" on several commercial videos.
In August 2016, Callie released her 1st single, "Hear My Prayer", a Moses Hogan composition arranged by Callie Day, Lan Wilson, G. LeRon Rainey, and Mark Lacy. Her freshman album was released on April 14, 2017 and is available on Apple Music, Itunes, Google Play and Amazon. Callie premiered and debut in PLAY, the first piece created for the Paris Opera Ballet by the Swedish choreographer Alexander Ekman in December 2017 at the Palais Garnier Opera House.
Currently, Callie is completing her second year as Artist In Resident in voice at HBCU Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky. On August 6, 2019, Callie was a contestant on America's Got Talent Season 14 were she made it all the way to the judge cuts with celebrity guest judge; Jay Leno. Callie received the Associates degree from Sinclair Community College in Vocal Performance, the Bachelors degree from Bowling Green State University in Vocal Performance, the Masters degree in Education with a Music Concentration from University of Dayton. Callie is also currently a candidate for the Masters of Fine Arts (Miami University, OH) and Doctor of Music degrees (University of Kentucky). Her doctoral project is "Exploring The Role Of African American Opera Singers In The Establishment Of The Spiritual As A Musicial Art Form From 1900 to 1920.” Visit
artistecard.com/callieday to support and stay connected with Psalmist Callie Day! Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
Jun 05, 202001:09:39
049: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk & Bullying ft. Eberechi Opara

049: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk & Bullying ft. Eberechi Opara

Tune in to hear Kay and Eberechi discuss her experience with bullying, negative self-talk, and how she has learned to love herself unconditionally. Eberechi Opara is a 2020 graduate of Garner Magnet High School. She will be attending North Carolina A&T State University in the fall. She plans to major in Broadcast Journalism. Connect with her on Instagram (@http.ed1). Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.

May 29, 202025:14
048: Raising A Child With Special Needs ft. Desirea Covington
May 22, 202028:49
047: Sexual Abuse in the Workplace ft. Christie Lawler

047: Sexual Abuse in the Workplace ft. Christie Lawler

Tune in to hear Kay and Christie discuss Christie's experience with sexual abuse while working in the hospitality industry and her current advocacy efforts. Christie Lawler founded CJL CONSULTiNG in 2009 while completing her MBA as a way to stay engaged in her career while completing her studies. As Founder & Owner of CJL CONSULTiNG, Christie supports clients by creating beverage marketing and training programs. Christie is also the host of Lawler Out Loud: Mixing up the Mainstream – a weekly podcast featuring trendsetters and newsmakers around the hospitality industry. In 2018, Christie developed the charitable side of her career founding The WITI Group, a 501(c)(3) foundation focused on empowering and supporting the women of the hospitality industry. She is also proud to serve as a CORE Ambassador as well as an advisory board member for “The Bar” with Datassential. CJL CONSULTiNG is WBENC Certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business. Christie also travels the U.S. for her speaking engagements covering marketing, branding, sales strategy and cultural development topics. Reach Christie On Instagram: @cjl_consulting_llc, @the_witi_group On Facebook: @cjlconsulting, @thewitigroup On LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christie-j-lawler Podcast: Lawler Out Loud: Mixing up the Mainstream Website: cjlconsults.com. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.

May 15, 202022:56
046: Military Wife Life ft. Mel Perry
May 08, 202023:58
045: Brkn Crayons Still Color ft. Toni Collier

045: Brkn Crayons Still Color ft. Toni Collier

Toni was born and raised in Houston, Texas (she pretty much always mentions Texas first in her introductions). Shortly after graduating with a business degree from Sam Houston State University, Toni moved to Atlanta, the city she now calls home and spends most of her time loving on her husband Sam and daughter Dylan. Toni kills illusions. She confronts the hard things. She takes her challenges head on, then she takes on your challenges too. With a degree in business logistics and entrepreneurship and a license in ministry, she has used her talents to help ministries, leaders, and non-profits in the areas of; student ministry, creative marketing, leadership, innovation, strategic planning, and peacemaking. She’s a speaker, a host, a teacher, and a faith advocate. She’s had the opportunity to proudly stand on stages like North Point Community Church, Chick-Fil-A, Orange Conference, and MomCon. She also leads a women’s ministry brand called Broken Crayons Still Color; a safe space for broken but hopeful women. She’s here to reinspire confidence in your own potential. And, in this digital age of anxiety, Toni is teaching women all over the country that you can be young and a boss, and you can be broken and worthy. She doesn’t want you to just face your demons, she wants you to quash the illusion of your brokenness so you can live the most colorful life possible. Visit www.tonijcollier.com and follow @tonijcollier
@brkncrayons . Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.
May 01, 202039:47
044: Addicts Ripple ft. Kylie LeBlanc
Apr 24, 202028:02
043: Dancing with Everyday Grief ft. Edy Nathan

043: Dancing with Everyday Grief ft. Edy Nathan

Edy Nathan MA, LCSWR is an author, public speaker and licensed therapist who has been featured on NBC, CBN, Psychology Today, PsyCom and more. She is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist and certified EMDR practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Edy earned degrees from New York University and Fordham University, with post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. She practices in New York City. In her expertise as a grief therapist she interweaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual and storytelling. Grief is not just about the death of a loved one, but the losses we experience in life. Grief is hard to talk about. Edy teaches you to dance with your grief, To know it as a way to know yourself. Whether it is the loss of a loved one or the loss of a limb or the loss of the life you once knew, it is your soul that offers the answers to relief. An essential element in her practice is to offer clients the chance to combine psychotherapy with a deeper, more spiritual understanding of the self. She is dedicated to helping people understand their grief, cope with the fear and struggle that holds them back, and learn to live fully. Edy's links: Website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.

Apr 17, 202030:20
042: Homeless Lives Matter ft. Charles Purcell
Apr 10, 202049:11
041: Demystifying Insurance ft. Lorena Tomasini
Apr 03, 202021:58
040: From Brain Tumor to Giant Healthy Life ft. Ryan West
Mar 27, 202042:53
039: Moms of Addicts Letting Go ft. Michelle Weidenbenner
Mar 20, 202036:11
038: Heroin, Homelessness & An HIV Scare ft. Jordan Barnes
Mar 13, 202045:11