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House of Ortandia

House of Ortandia

By Ortandia

I am a Christian Black Woman that loves Jesus, coffee and social justice! You will be informed, inspired, laugh and possibly pissed off with this podcast. But you will always learn something.

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Help Your Kids Start a Business Today

House of OrtandiaJul 05, 2023

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Help Your Kids Start a Business Today

Help Your Kids Start a Business Today

Your children have the best imagination ever so why not use that to help them to start their own business. They don’t have to wait until they’re teenagers there is an idea that they can launch at 5! Don’t believe me, Google “kid startups” and see what you’ll find. I’m giving your four ideas that you can use, but the ideas are endless. I have a step by step guide to help you and your child decide on an idea and launch it called “Abigail’s Entrepreneurship Workbook” which can be found on Amazon.
Jul 05, 202316:45
Get Off the Hamster Wheel
Jun 23, 202316:34
I’m Still Here Ortandians
Mar 15, 202329:05
What Up What Up What Up

What Up What Up What Up

It’s been a while Ortandians! Let’s chat!!
Oct 14, 202244:33
Roe v. Wade

Roe v. Wade

Well by now you know it’s now left to the states to determine the legality of abortion. But we’re gonna talk about the whole spectrum of the abortion conversation. Let’s get it!
Jul 02, 202241:26
Black Towns in Oklahoma in 2022

Black Towns in Oklahoma in 2022

Hey Ortandians I can’t wait to talk to you about my wonderful experience in OKC and the 13 all black towns in Oklahoma today. I imagine what would happen if we invested into these towns and return them to their magnificence!
May 24, 202250:60
2022 Business Ideas

2022 Business Ideas

Hey y’all I know you want more than one stream of income. I heard you and I got something for you… Im giving you business ideas with startup cost from $100 to $3,000.
May 11, 202235:07
War Is In The Air

War Is In The Air

Oh it’s real out here! War is truly in the air from Hollywood to the Ukraine. Let’s talk about it!
Mar 29, 202225:56
Just Chopping it Up With Y’all

Just Chopping it Up With Y’all

It’s a lot happening some good and some sad and let’s talk about it Ortandians!
Feb 16, 202232:32
It’s 2022 What’s Good

It’s 2022 What’s Good

Listen I have to thoroughly drag some people from the January 6th Insurrection that are running for office! I had to put white supremacist on notice that they will not get rid of us! Also I didn’t leave it with the dragging honey I got some good business info for you because we can’t do nothing broke! Thanks for tuning in!
Jan 17, 202253:47
Goodbye 2021 and Hello 2022
Dec 24, 202122:51
Love On Your People

Love On Your People

Happy Holidays to you and yours! Don’t let another second go by without reaching out to your loved ones during these times. Forgive, release, heal and love hard!
Nov 24, 202108:40
What’s Going On In The World Today

What’s Going On In The World Today

Yo what’s up Ortandians? How have you been and how’s your momma and them doing? Well we will catch up on this episode and you know me I will be calling some people or entities out! Let’s get it!
Nov 07, 202149:53
I Have Big News

I Have Big News

Love ones I have some epic news to tell y’all! I’m super excited to share it with y’all. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tune in!
Aug 22, 202114:49
A Message for the Broken-hearted

A Message for the Broken-hearted

People are hurting and need compassion not criticism. If you’re in a dark place know that I understand and just wanted to send some care and kindness your way. Love on us introverts and don’t make us your project.
Jul 31, 202114:40
Launch That Business Now: Get Your 1st Customer

Launch That Business Now: Get Your 1st Customer

Love ones you have no business if you have no customer. On this episode we’re going to talk about how to define your customer and put on your private investigator hat to find your customer. Whatever you do don’t wait another moment to start, create, launch or build that business!!
Jun 16, 202122:09
Launch That Business Now: Building Business Credit

Launch That Business Now: Building Business Credit

Hey love ones on this episode we will get into how to open a business bank account, build your business credit, what are the two things to look for in credit cards and a website that can help match you to loans and credit cards for FREE! Don’t pay anybody for stuff you can google!!
Jun 12, 202115:50
Launch That Business Now: Branding

Launch That Business Now: Branding

Websites, social media, business address and business cards O’my! I keep it simple on how you can get these things done as simply and cheaply as possible. Let’s get it!
Jun 08, 202116:12
Launch that Business Now: The Legalities of Business

Launch that Business Now: The Legalities of Business

In part one of this series we will talk about what you need to make your business official. Do your due diligence and research, but don’t get paralyzed in it. Make a plan and make it happen. These things can all be done in a week!
Jun 07, 202126:03
Black Woman Have Agency Over Their Body

Black Woman Have Agency Over Their Body

Black woman have the right to move in society without being policed about their hair, clothes, diction, body or anything else! We deserve to be in whatever space we inhabit and we are not here by happenstance. We are made in God’s image and his work is marvelous. Join me as in this talk about our worth and value and continue it with your circle! #iloveblackwomen #nothinglikeablackwoman
May 27, 202139:42
Get Involved

Get Involved

Hey y’all in this episode we’ll talk about entertainment and environmental justice. And I have a Money in a Minute segment!
May 19, 202154:16
Opportunities Abound

Opportunities Abound

Hey Ortandians here’s another one! There are so many opportunities out there that can change lives and sometimes they aren’t marketed very well so I keep my ears to these economic streets! I’m here to share them with you so let’s go. Websites referenced: www.thefoodtrust.org. www.irs.treasury.gov www.westphiladelphiaskills.org. www.cbhphilly.org & 855-284-2494 www.insideoutcenter.org 215-204-5163 PGW 1800-494-4000. www.eventbrite.com/o/thinkful-webinars-17048039731. For my Coaching Services: www.ortandia.wixsite.com/website
Apr 04, 202141:31
Just Talking With My Ortandians
Mar 22, 202137:55
It’s My Anniversary!!

It’s My Anniversary!!

So it’s been three years since I first picked up the mic and starting releasing my thoughts into the world! Thank you all for rocking with me as I’ve talked about everything from police violence to 90s music and everything in between. This episode will be no different we’ll talk about four things that I want to get off my chest which is:1) January 6th Domestic Terrorism, 2) What’s your pronoun?, 3)covid vaccine and two of my favorite people passing away. Let’s get into it!!
Jan 10, 202128:43
The 9 Things in 2020 I’m Grateful About
Dec 31, 202021:01
Kidpreneur: Let’s Teach Our Babies Entrepreneurship

Kidpreneur: Let’s Teach Our Babies Entrepreneurship

There is no time like right now to teach our babies how to start, run and grow a business. I mean as early as 4 years old. Look if they can learn numbers, shapes, songs and colors they can learn about creating a business. Businesses talked about in the show: www.sklarsweetsnacks.com www.sweetchristis.com www.superbusinessgirl.com www.bledsoeglobal.com www.mayasideas.com www.beesweetlemonade.com Books On Amazon: Abigail’s Entrepreneurship Workbook by Ortandia Shepherd Little Owners “Valerie the Vendor” and “Stephen the Sports Agent” Kid Startup: How You Can Become an Entrepreneur by Mark Cuban Mo’s Bows- A Young Person’s Guide to Starting a Business by Moziah Bridges. Bee Fearless: Dream Like a Kid by Mikaila Ulmer. Connect with me at www.ortandia.wixsite.com/website
Dec 07, 202042:07
Self Assessment
Nov 16, 202044:57
Remote Jobs
Nov 02, 202026:13
Black Wealth

Black Wealth

In the wake of this civil rights uprising I wanted to remind and encourage us about growing economically. I will talk about some of our forefathers that were millionaires during the terrorizing Jim Crow era as well as some modern day trailblazers. Let’s demand our civil right to dignity while also increasing our financial status for us and the next generation!
Oct 20, 202042:57
Fight On For Social Justice

Fight On For Social Justice

Yes let’s grieve and be angry at the terrible verdict for Breonna Taylor, but let’s fight on. Wherever you find yourself in this fight do it with all of your heart. If you’re an intercessor, a protestor, an economic activist or a legislative activist we need all hands on deck! And let us all fight for justice on November 3rd!
Sep 27, 202025:03
Holiday Season Side Hustles

Holiday Season Side Hustles

Hey y’all! You know it’s holiday time and there is money to be made! I’m gonna give you all some ideas that can put some extra money in your pocket. Let’s get it!
Sep 21, 202026:06
Protect Black Women at All Cost

Protect Black Women at All Cost

Let’s talk about the predatory behavior of Russel Simmons, LA Reid and Tory Lanez. We need you to stand up black men in every space whether at work, in the military, at college or on the street and protect us! We need men that will check and expose other men that harm black girls and women!
Sep 06, 202023:05
What’s in Y’all Entertainment Bag?

What’s in Y’all Entertainment Bag?

I’m gonna tell y’all what I’ve been watching, reading, listening to and getting my news from. Look we gotta fill out time with something cause going outside can be deadly! Let’s get it!
Aug 07, 202031:26
Are You Sending Your Babies Back to School

Are You Sending Your Babies Back to School

So once again the government is making plans without considering the people it will impact. Let’s get into this “open the schools” debate!
Jul 31, 202020:50
Let’s Talk Kinfolk

Let’s Talk Kinfolk

It’s been four weeks since the murder of George Floyd! A lot of things have been happening soblet’s get into it!
Jun 23, 202048:15
Do Something With Your Anger

Do Something With Your Anger

RIP Mr. Floyd. Now after we protest, loot and riot what do we do? We have to infiltrate systems and make a change: become police officers, lawyers, city council members etc. You can’t think your oppressors will give you equality WE have to get into those positions and bring equality.
Jun 01, 202036:39
Congrats Class of 2020

Congrats Class of 2020

Hey ladies and gents I’m super duper proud of y’all!! Let’s talk about some great opportunities out there in the midst of raggedy covid-19 and Auntie will keep it 100 with my incoming college female freshmen about the dusties on campus.
May 24, 202030:48
I Stand With Indigenous People

I Stand With Indigenous People

Well well well the genocide of indigenous people continues in Canada and in the US. We will talk about the “Highway of Tears” and “man camps.” Please get active and speak up and out against injustices!!
May 08, 202025:10
A Call for Justice

A Call for Justice

We cannot buy into the “we are all going through this pandemic together” crap! Social injustices are still happening and we have to be just as vigilant against them now as we were pre-quarantine.
Apr 15, 202036:11
What Businesses Will be Birthed After Covid-19

What Businesses Will be Birthed After Covid-19

Hey people this is episode four of the quarantine conversations. I hope I was informative for you guys. On this episode we’ll talk about new businesses that will evolve on the other side of this pandemic. Take a listen.
Apr 02, 202012:24
How to Stay in Business During this Quarantine

How to Stay in Business During this Quarantine

Hey hey I want to talk to my nonessential and my essential businesses out there. Let’s chat about how you can still make money during this quarantine. We’ll go over everything from getting your certifications to adjusting your products to meet current needs.
Apr 01, 202016:28
Staying Physically Healthy During this Quarantine

Staying Physically Healthy During this Quarantine

Yo no ma’am we will not get the covid-15 (gain 15 pounds) during this shut-in. Let’s talk about five things that we can do to stay healthy: 1)drink water 2)eat good things (low sugar and salt) 3) exercise 4)get that good sleep 5)stay connected with your loved ones.
Mar 31, 202015:05
Those Hit the Hardest by the Quarantine

Those Hit the Hardest by the Quarantine

Hi Family!! Thank you so much for tuning in to another episode. On today we will talk about five groups that this quarantine is devastating: 1)the homeless 2)domestic violence sufferers & child abuse victims 3)prisons 4)the addict and those with mental illness 5)those in housing projects (high rises). We will talk about how they’re being affected and what we can do. Please pray God will supernaturally protect these people in the mighty name of Jesus!
Mar 29, 202021:39
Pandemic and Whatnot

Pandemic and Whatnot

Well y’all we’re all bunkered in and practicing social distancing. But I want to chit and chat with ya and hopefully encourage you through this time.
Mar 20, 202014:06
Hey Sister, My Sister

Hey Sister, My Sister

Happy women’s history month ladies! On this episode we will talk about to documentaries that will motivate you and encourage you to do great creative things and we will talk about a dope Women’s History month event in Philly, Lastly, I shout out the special women in my life and tell you how to not fear the coronavirus!
Mar 09, 202017:35
Black Mixed With Black

Black Mixed With Black

What’s up and Happy Black History Month. Let’s get into who’s making history today with four interesting stories that I hope inspires you!!
Feb 22, 202011:33
Clowns Plus Other Folks

Clowns Plus Other Folks

So hey y’all. Let’s talk about what’s been happening in the news and other jazz.
Feb 10, 202030:47
Take Care Thursday

Take Care Thursday

This episode is for my mental health professionals out there. The NBA needs you. They’ve created a mental health and wellness program where there must be one licensed mental health clinician on staff and they will have a network of professionals in every team’s city. So what does that mean for you... it means these young black men have been hurting silently for too long and the NBA is finally doing something about it. Listen in as we talk about mental health in the black community and the need for black mental health professionals like you!!
Jan 24, 202021:30
Writer’s Wednesday

Writer’s Wednesday

Hey hey hey my writers out there!!! Let’s get to the bag by any means legal🤣. Listen in to the creative ways you can earn more money as a writer. Tell a friend to tell a friend. #Gettothebag5daychallenge
Jan 23, 202009:39
Take a Little Off the Top Tuesday

Take a Little Off the Top Tuesday

Hey my barbers out there!!!! Welcome and let’s talk a about how you can get to the bag. So you make money with your hands right?? But what if something were to happen to your hands...how would you make money?? #5DayGettothebagchallenge
Jan 22, 202018:44