Yup, She Said It!
By Dr. Marley
Yup, She Said It!Sep 22, 2019
There's Always A Reason
In this episode Dr. Marley discusses how the past significantly impacts our present life and lifestyle. She encourages listeners to acknowledge their journey and tap into their authentic self.
Contact Dr. Marley:
Email: bfcateam@gmail.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
A Healing Journey
In this week's episode Dr. Marley utilizes and explores her journey with music. She shares how the presence of music is impactful during any journey of healing or self discovery based on her own experience ( and some brief research lol).
Contact information:
E: bfcateam@gmail.com
W: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @dr_marleyh
The Lessons of Forgiveness
Dr. Marley shares with listeners how life lessons introduced her to the significance of forgiveness.
Contact Information
Email: bfcateam@gmail.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: dr_marleyh
Completion
In this episode Dr. Marley takes the listeners on the journey to explain the significance of "completion" and identifying relationships that do or do not respect boundaries. She encourages listeners to recognize what they need in order to accomplish identified goals.
If you would like to contact Dr. Marley she can be reached at:
E: bfcateam@gmail.com
W:www.marleneholmes.com
IG: the_bfca_experience
Consistency is Key!
In this episode Dr. Marley shares a recent life changing moment. She explains how consistency can sometimes have a hidden blessing. She also acknowledges and sends prayers to the family of BG, and also to the grieving families at University of Virginia.
E: bfcateam@gmail.com
W: www.marleneholmes.com
IG: the_bfca_experience
Don't Underestimate Me!
Today Dr. Marley shares a recent event to empower others to not only advocate for themselves but to also believe they are worthy of being heard and being seen.
Email: bfcateam@gmail.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Accepting The Mission
Listeners, Marley, I mean Dr. Marley is back and ready to share life lessons to empower her listeners! The new year is approaching, but there is still time to accept and work towards your mission.
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Email: bfcateam@gmail.com
Instagram: the_bfca_experience
Shift and Elevate
Hey listeners! I'm so excited to return with my podcast and breathing exercises. Join me on my journey as an entrepreneur, social worker, instructional designer and more!!
Contact info:
E: bfcateam@gmail.com
W: www.marleneholmes.com
IG: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
I'm Back!!!!
It's been a while, but I'm back! Stay tuned!!
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Email: bfcateam@gmail.com
Embrace The Journey (featuring Leah Howard)
LEAH HOWARD has effectively utilized her role as a mentee to master the commitment it takes to pursue her dreams while being a light in the lives of others. Her passion for making a difference in the world has positioned her to impact the lives of thousands of students through teaching and counseling experiences. Leah received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education from the illustrious Spelman College, followed by a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Georgia State University. Leah has presented at multiple counseling conferences in the southeastern region and is currently pursuing her Ph.D in the counseling field. She has a certificate in Sports Counseling from Cal U, and is also an Associate Professional Counselor (APC). Leah has returned to both Georgia State University and Spelman College as an alumna to speak with current students about how to be an impactful presence in their careers. She currently uses her instagram profile @thesportscounselor to advocate for mental health awareness specifically for the athlete community.
Contact Leah:
E: thesportscounselor@gmail.com
Instagram: @thesportscounselor
Contact Marley:
E: bfcateam@gmail.com
Instagram: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Appreciated, Not Tolerated (featuring India G. Timpton)
On this week's episode Marley had the pleasure of interviewing India G. Timpton who is a former collegiate athlete that now works as a Productions Assistant at ESPN. She shares her journey of transition from being the star on the court to being a star behind the scenes at ESPN. You can also watch her interview on YouTube (air date 11/17/20 @6pm EST):
Check out her bio below:
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, India G. Timpton fell in love with sports at an early age. Looking back, she found success in many sports, but Timpton found herself lacing up her basketball shoes from age eight through college. Timpton continued her athletic career on a full ride at The University North Carolina at Greensboro. Graduating with a Communication Studies degree in 2017, Timpton knew, although done on the court, her love for sports wasn't ready to hear the final buzzer.
So off to Syracuse University, on a partial academic scholarship, she went! While there, Timpton spent just over a year interning with Cuse's Athletic Program and her winter break with ESPN Radio in California. She also had the opportunity to work on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, for six weeks, where she covered politics. All of those experiences helped her to earn a master's degree in Broadcast and Digital Journalism with a Sports Emphasis Certification in 2018.
Following a six-month position with the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) in Georgia, which concluded with her attending and working the Women's Final Four in Florida, Timpton took a job that brought her home! Now back in the 704, she recently celebrated one year with ESPN as a Production Assistant. So far, Timpton has created television content for collegiate Field Hockey, Soccer, and Basketball airing on the ACC Network, SEC Network, and other ESPN platforms. Timpton's career aspiration is to be a television Sport's Analyst, and as she continues to make that dream a reality, she loves to share how sports have contributed significantly to her successes while helping to shape her future.
Contact India:
E: india.timpton@yahoo.com
Contact Marley: E: bfcateam@gmail.com
Exclusive Interview (featuring Marley Holmes)
In this week's episode, our host, Marley, gives listeners early access to a recent interview she did for the Power of Story Podcast. Marley shares how her professional journey and athletic journey developed and enhanced her skills to succeed as an entrepreneur. She believes that her story can empower current, former, and future athletes to expand their goals beyond the societal limitations placed on athletes, black athletes, and black female athletes.
Contact Marley:
E: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
YouTube: https://youtu.be/7mFqTLXnHL0
Alternate Route, Same Purpose (featuring Sherneil Charlery)
Marley is joined Sherneil Charlery, the Founder and President of Supporting Girls In Sports! Together they explore her journey as an advocate for women and sports in St. Lucia!
The podcast is available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Iheartradio, Stitcher, and more! You can also watch the interview segment on YouTube at:
Check out her bio: I am St.Lucian Sherneil Charlery. I am the Founder and President of Supporting Girls in Sports. I hold a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Sport Sciences with a concentration in Sport and Exercise Science. Presently, I am a Sports & Athletic Organizations Advisor on the Sports & Athletic Organizations Unit of the Resource Mobilization Committee on the Caribbean and Americas Regional Committee of the Commonwealth Youth Council. I am also a member of the St.Lucia National Youth Council Sports Committee, the Assistant Treasurer of the Choiseul Youth and Sports Council, a member of the St.Lucia Basketball Federation Marketing and Women’s Development Committees, one of the St.Lucian representatives in the FIBA Americas Adelante Women’s Forum, a member of the St.Lucia Olympic Committee Public Relations and Marketing Committee and a member of the Commonwealth Youth Gender Equality Network. I am passionate about sports, youth development and gender equality. I hope to one day become a sport performance analyst.
Contact Sherneil:
E: girlsinsports758@gmail.com
W: girlsinsports758.wixsite.com/girlsinsports
Contact Marley:
E: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
W: www.marleneholmes.com
Too Close To Give Up (Featuring: Jeermal "Mr. Me Too” Sylvester)
Marley is joined by Jeermal Sylvester aka Mr. Me Too! Together they discuss his personal journey of success and challenges throughout her personal and athletic career. This is definitely an inspiring story for current and former athletes. Be sure to subscribe to the channel and the Podcast. The podcast is available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Iheartradio, Stitcher, and more!
You can also watch the full podcast interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q0z6FFHPr4E
Check out his bio:
Jeermal Mr. “Me Too” Sylvester is a motivational teacher, Certified Youth Specialist, Adversity Advisor and the CEO of Beauty for Ashes Inc. The purpose of his organization is to inspire as well as address the needs of youth and adults by providing character-building life skills and etiquette training to prepare them for a sustainable life. Jeermal has found success beyond sports, by teaching others how to succeed despite their current or past experiences with proven principles and steps that allowed the former three-time dropout to push through the noise and complete his college degree after twenty-four years.
Social Media Handles
IG= mr_me_too_indy
LinkedIn= Jeermal Mr. “Me Too” Sylvester
Email: mmtooindy@gmail.com
Contact Marley:
E: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
W: www.marleneholmes.com
IG: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
Learn and Serve (Featuring Fred Johnson)
Marley is joined by Fred Johnson to discuss his personal journey of success and challenges through academics to entrepreneurship. Below is his bio. Be sure to subscribe to the channel and the Podcast. The podcast is available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Iheartradio, Stitcher, and more!
You can also watch this interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7lxyxYLBFJs
Fred Johnson's Bio:
"I've served as an educator for three years at the high school and middle school levels teaching Physical Science, Honors Biology, and Human Anatomy and Physiology. Since 2017, I've served as a Manager of College Completion with Collegiate Academies (New Orleans, LA) creating and implementing strategies for increasing access to and persistence in college. I am also the founder of Grind To Grad which is an organization dedicated to increasing graduation rates for Black undergraduates. I am also the CEO of Fourth Education Firm, LLC which is a dynamic education and consulting firm that provides academic support and post-secondary guidance to high school students, college access workshops for high schools, student success and leadership workshops for colleges and universities, and direct support to college student organizations."
Contact Fred Johnson:
LinkTree: linktr.ee/grindtograd
IG: @grindtograd
Contact Marley:
E: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
IG: @the_bfca_experience
Show Up and Show Out!
Welcome to Season 5! Marley opens this new season by acknowledging the challenges of racial injustice and athletes discovering their voices. Marley is joined by Tamika Newman to discuss her journey to become an athlete and develop the foundation of self to find her purpose. She now impacts the lives of others as an Assistant Volleyball Coach and author of Grateful & Greedy.
Check out Tamika's Bio and contact info:
Shattering the glass ceiling, setting a new standard, leading the way and winning best describes Tamika R. Newman's journey. She is a native Houstonian. Tamika' passion for sports and desire to help students in underserved communities has kept her in education for over a decade.
Tamika is the owner of Grit and Grind Athletics LLC, an athletic service provider. She is committed to providing affordable and professional skills and leadership training to players and coaches.
Tamika holds a Bachelors of Communications and a Masters in Business Administration. She is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University.
Tamika has a passion for professional and personal development, and mentorship. A firm believer in paying it forward, she takes on new mentees yearly.
You can also watch her interview on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/R0BItwYM_Ws
Tamika's Contact Information:
Email: newmantamika38@gmail.com
Website: tamikanewman.com
YouTube: https://youtu.be/9P3BXEnd7U8
Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
IG: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
All or Nothing (Featuring Taneka Rubin)
Marley is joined by Taneka Rubin to discuss her journey into professional basketball. Taneka shares both her challenges and triumphs through her new book called, "Winner's Win." Check out her bio below: Taneka Rubin is a professional basketball player overseas, youth mentor, and author of the book, Winners Win. She graduated from Florida A&M University with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. She also graduated from the University of East London with a Master’s in International Business. Taneka has lived in five different countries where she’s learned to appreciate the beauty of cultural differences. She uses her experiences on and off the court to encourage and inspire the next generation.
You can also watch the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dXMmGhYp-Fc
Contact Taneka:
Instagram: @Tanekarubin
Email: trubin32@yahoo.com
Website: www.tanekarubin.com
Contact Marley:
Email: Thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
There's Space For You (Featuring Brandon Vega)
Marley interviews Brandon Vega to discuss his journey from athletics to celebrating the upcoming book release.
Check out Brandon's bio below: Born and raised in Miami, FL. Vega is an author, poet and educator. In his spare time he's involved in public speaking, coaching and mentoring children in both scholastic and athletic capacities. Vega continues to serve as a positive resource to those around him, by remaining active in his community. Being a former athlete taught him many valuable life lessons. Basketball gifted Vega opportunities to explore the world—gaining a more fulfilling outlook on life. Adversity is not something he is unfamiliar with, as he has embraced the element of change and its challenges. His experiences and environment helped him create EATN which is known as the acronym for Exist Above The Noise. His survival enlightened his commitment to help the community. At times self doubt played a major role in his life. Just as many others may have experienced at times. Through a conversation about community and upbringing, and the motivation to make it, Vega was bestowed the gift of the idea. Then EATN was born.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ey_8zDTAOHg
To Contact Brandon Vega:
Email: starteatn@gmail.com
Website: https://www.starteatn.com/home
Contact Marley:
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
We The People: It's Time To Show Up (Featuring State Rep. Attica Scott)
Marley is joined by State Representative Attica Scott from Louisville, Kentucky. Representative Scott shares her journey in politics as a Louisville native to empower others to do the same. Together Marley and Rep. Scott discuss the similarities of pursuing and being successful in both politics and athletics. The preparation, commitment, and the passion are all common denominators in athletics and politics.
Watch interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7mFqTLXnHL0
To learn more about Representative Scott please visit her website below and follow her on all social media platforms:
Instagram and Twitter: @atticascott4ky
Website: http://atticascott4ky.com/
To contact Marley:
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @thebfcaexperience
Twitter: @futuredrholmes
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Email: @thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
You Are More Than Enough (featuring Classye James)
Marley is joined by Classye James to discuss her journey from athletics to the field of tech!! She is truly a visionary and stellar entrepreneur.
Check out her bio below and contact info:
Classye is the Founder and CEO of Shakeout LLC, a consulting business assisting athletes during their transition out of competitive athletics. Additionally, she is an Operations Manager at Cisco Systems a part of the Cisco Webex organization whose responsibility is to help support, transform and scale a $1B+ cloud collaboration business. She has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for projects in which she has led, and was the first Cisco employee to lead a project in which an NBA player was featured in a Webex marketing campaign. Growing up in the heart of Silicon Valley provided her a unique lens into the technology and entrepreneurial industries at a young age. She is currently in the process of raising funds for her first tech start-up, S-Connect (Shakeout-Connect) an online platform that will connect Athletes with sports wellness professionals, jobs, resources, and other athletes. Classye holds a Master's of Business Administration from Santa Clara University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from San Jose State University.
Contact Classye:
Website: https://www.shakeoutllc.com
Email: classye@shakeoutllc.com
Instagram: @shakeoutllc
Contact Marley:
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Help and Heal (featuring Chris Daughtery)
In this episode Marley opens up with a guided meditation session to support and provide a moment of stillness to the listener. Today Marley is joined by Chris Daughtery to discuss and bring awareness to the impact of sexual trauma towards men. This interview was recorded prior to the comments made by Rapper, Lil BOOSIE, on why he believes his sons should be raised a certain way. You can also watch his interview with Marley on Youtube at https://youtu.be/qTzVhvzJDcE
Chris's Bio: Chris Daughtery is the founder of the Mentoring Program and author of the book “From Boys to Gentlemen” He is a motivational speaker and consultant for at risk youth. The book is the tool he uses to help young men grow into being strong husbands and fathers. It also serves as a conversation starter for improving communication and relationships between parents and children in the home. As a father and military veteran himself, Chris understands the importance of being a role model for youth. He has his Bachelor's degree in Communication from Abilene Christian University and is studying for his Masters in Human Development at Hardin Simmons University.
Contact Chris:
Email: fb2gspeaking@gmail.com
Instagram: @cdaught3
Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @thebfcaexperience
YouTube: https://youtu.be/qTzVhvzJDcE
The Past Supports The Future (featuring Brittaney Jackson MSOT, OTR/L)
On this episode Marley is joined by Brittaney Jackson to discuss her journey through collegiate sports, and how an injury introduced her to a profession which supports and empowers others. She shares her journey of being a transfer student-athlete and which transferable skills she took from sports and applied to her profession.
To contact Brittaney Jackson:
Email: Brittaney.jackson@yahoo.com
To contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpBOGsp8qvwNSrNVdrjLGew?view_as=subscriber
COVID-19: Time To Have A Real Conversation
You can also watch the interview on my YouTube Channel:
youtu.be/jQeJXuSO47c
To Contact Apryl Collier
Instagram: inspirational_mentorship
To Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: the_bfca_experience
Embrace The Disruption (featuring Haley Major)
Marley was joined by Haley Major who currently works in the field of Academic Support Services for collegiate student-athletes at Penn State. Listen as she shares her journey in collegiate sports, recovering from an ACL tear, and explaining how faith was the tool which led her to inspiring current student-athletes. Marley also opens this episode with a Guided Meditation Session.
Be sure to check out the interview on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/8xibDZRX0SI
Contact Haley Major, Penn State Football Academic Support Assistant
Email: haleymajor18@yahoo.com
Instagram: @haleymajorr
Contact Marley:
Email: Thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
website: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
Faith and Fitness (featuring Shanicka Tairu, CEO of Purposely Fit)
Marley opens this episode with a guided meditation to encourage people to utilize faith and commitment to self to remain encouraged through the current pandemic of COVID-19! Marley is also joined by Shanicka Tairu to discuss her fitness business and the importance of merging faith and fitness.
You can also watch the interview only on Youtube:
Contact Purposely Fit, Shanicka Tairu CEO and Founder
Email: purposelyfit3@gmail.com
Instagram: mrsnicka_purposelyfit
Contact Marley:
Email: Thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
website: www.marleneholmes.com
Instagram: @the_bfca_experience @yupshesaidit
Embrace The Transition (featuring Taj Dashaun)
Now You Know (Featuring Makisha Boothe)
During the second segment, "Who Got Next," Marley is thrilled to introduce Founder and Head Coach Makisha Boothe of Sistahbiz Global Network. Together they discuss the journey of entrepreneurship and essential skills that a new business must encompass to succeed. As founder of Sistahbiz Global Network, a business accelerator for Black women entrepreneurs. Sistahbiz Global Network helps Black women solopreneurs and micro-businesses build measurable, profitable businesses. As a rapid improvement coach, Makisha helps small businesses rethink their revenue strategies, brands, systems, resource allocation, and human capital strategies.
Also be sure to watch and subscribe to Marley's YouTube Channel for past interviews:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCpBOGsp8qvwNSrNVdrjLGew/
Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
IG: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com @yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Contact Sistahbiz:
Email: team@sistah.biz
IG: @sistahbiz
The Time Is Now (Featuring Vanessa Nettingham)
This episode opens with a brief guided meditation session to clear the listener's mind of chaos and confusion during the COVID-19 pandemic. She reminds listeners to take advantage of this time, but also to pray for all who are hurt by this pandemic. Marley is joined by Founder and Creative Director, Vanessa Nettingham to explore and discuss her journey from athletics to the professional and entrepreneurial world. Vanessa has created her own company, "BLK Graffitti," to shine the light on the journey and experience of entrepreneurs. She believes in transparency and authenticity with one's journey to success.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and Marley's YouTube channel which were you watch the actual interview!!
YouTube Channel Interview:
Contact Vanessa:
IG: @blkgraffiti_llc
Email: blkgraffiti100@gmail.com
To Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
IG: @the_bfca_experience
@yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Preparing For the Next Chapter (Featuring Margo Snipe)
Marley opens this episode with providing a motivational message to encourage listeners through the current pandemic the world is experiencing. During her second segment Marley interviews Margo Snipe who is a graduating student-athlete at Georgetown University. Together they discuss her athletic and academic journey to explore her successes and challenges with balancing internships and volleyball.
You can also watch this interview on Marley's YouTube Channel:
Interview Part 1: https://youtu.be/M25b1D0xMAI
Interview Part 2: https://youtu.be/ZgtHP_dWJEc
To Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
IG: @the_bfca_experience
@yupshesaidit
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Contact Margo:
Email: margoasnipe@gmail.com
Athlete to Entrepreneur (featuring Derrick Collins)
Marley traveled to Daytona Beach to interview Mr. Derrick Collins to learn more about his experience from athletics to entrepreneurship. Collins has made a significant impact in his community for all ages. Between the Mr. and Ms. Mentoring Program and the Stress and Anxiety Center, the services truly make it a one stop shop.
If you would like to contact Mr. Collins:
Email: derrick.collinsel@gmail.com
Company Website: http://www.stressandanxietycenter.org/
Instagram: @stress.and.anxiety.center
@mr.andms.mentoringprogram
Contact Marley:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Create Your Own Template (featuring Styled By Kami)
A Podcast For Everyone
You Ain't Them (Featuring The Anomaly Lifestyle)
Marley is joined by two sisters who are determined to empower others to live beyond the social constructs designed by society. They share their inspiration behind they re-branding and how they are committed to making change one person at a time. Marley also reminds listeners that you have to be committed to your passion and limit the outside noise. Remember that your gift is your gift!
Contact Marley:
www.marleneholmes.com
YouTube: https://youtu.be/tYR7yzSFhJQ
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Contact The Anomaly Lifestyle:
Instagram: @theanomalylife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZu0v1KBKzT7BzrWpH0VX8w
Are You Awake Or Woke? (featuring W.O.K.E Athletes)
Marley is joined by 3 student athletes from Bryant University who developed an organization based on needs they identified on campus through interpersonal and external needs for student-athletes. Be sure to check out the visual interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/y-2e2vbvAhY .
Marley also opens the episode with a motivational message challenging listeners live life with purpose. Below is a little more about each student-athlete featured in the interview:
Derrick Leroy Jr.
St.Augustine, FL, a student-athlete at Bryant University, member of Football. I’m currently a junior, majoring in Business Administration with a concentration of Human Resources Management and minoring in communications and sociology. Co-Founder & Treasurer of W.O.K.E Athletes. Incoming IOLDP at Travelers Insurance .
Brianna Bruny
My name is Brianna Bruny I am a second semester senior originally from Miami,Florida. I am an applied psychology major with a double minor in Human Resources And communications. I am the captain of the women’s volleyball team and Vice President of Woke athletes. After I graduate from Bryant I hope to pursue a career in Speech-language pathology particularly in public schools to reach underprivileged populations. Vice-President of W.O.K.E Athletes.
Matthew Caruso is a Junior Student-Athlete at Bryant University pursuing a double major in Finance and Economics. He is from Brockton, Massachusetts and is the Co-Founder and President of W.O.K.E Athletes.
At Bryant, Matthew is actively involved in multiple different organizations on campus. He is a member of the Multicultural Student Union and one of 15 students on the student advisory council with the university president. He is also a Wide Receiver on the football team and a member of the Omnicron Delta Kappa honor society. Matthew will be interning this summer at Goldman Sachs in private wealth management in hope of landing a full-time position in that industry.
Words of Knowledge Empower Athletes = W.O.K.E Athletes to advocate, educate, and serve
Purpose
Woke athletes is to act as a representative body of multicultural and international student athlete’s community at Bryant University.
Woke is a student athlete organization with the mission to raise awareness and educate the athletic community on cultural issues amongst team cultures at Bryant University – PWI’s.
To act as a liaison to unify multicultural and international student athletes and the entire Bryant University student athlete’s community.
To help educate and assist the Bryant university athletics community in diversity issues.
Provide a support system for multicultural student athletes.
Provide alternative programming with the thought of better servicing the underrepresented student athletes, not excluding majority student athletes.
To provide multicultural and international student athletes for community service opportunities that represent the core values of the group.
To fundraise for WOKE Athletes and its causes as the discretion for the group leadership.
Provide coaches with resources and strategies to athletic staff to attract a diverse student athlete population.
To assist in the retention of multicultural and international student athletes at Bryant University
Contact W.O.K.E Athletes:
Email: dleroy@bryant.edu
Contact Marley:
Website:www.marleneholmes.com
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
They Know Your Value, Do you? (featuring Vanna Cure)
Marley opens the episode by discussing value, self-worth, and self-identity. She challenges the listeners to explore who they are and how they emotionally and mentally arrived to the current place. During this interview Marley and Vanna discuss the salaries of college coaches in comparison to athletes. This conversation was sparked by an article that outlined salaries ranging from coaches to strength and conditioning coaches. They also discuss the CBA agreement in the WNBA and so much more. Marley closes the episode by sharing two upcoming conferences/presentations she was invited to since launching her athlete development business called, "The BFCA Experience: Value The Athlete Beneath The Jersey."
You can also watch the interview on Youtube beginning at noon on 2/16/2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpKJ2Fyf-FA&feature=youtu.be
Contact Vanna Cure: Email: vscure@gmail.com
Contact Marley: IG: @yupshesaidit
@the_bfca_experience
LinkedIn: Marlene "Marley" Holmes
Email: thebfcaexperience.com
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Values: Getchu' Some (Featuring Joshua Clark)
On this episode Marley is joined by Joshua Clark to discuss his research and the importance of mindful parenting when it comes to raising an black male athletes. Marley also takes time to share her feedback on the recent backlash Gayle King has experienced by discussing double standards and the historical broken system within the black community. Also be sure to catch the YouTube After Show!
Contact Marley:
www.marleneholmes.com
YouTube: The BFCA Experience
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
IG: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Twitter: @FutureDrHolmes
Contact Joshua Clark:
Email: Joshua.clark@ku.edu
It's Already In You (featuring Derrick Furlow Jr.)
Marley is joined by Derrick Furlow to kick off Season 4 Episode 1. She opens this episode with an inspirational message that encourages the listener to focus on 3 key areas to ensure success and happiness in 2020. Derrick Furlow shares how he navigated through academics, athletics, and personal challenges to elevate his life as a successful entrepreneur in athletics. Marley also highlights a listener who left a voice message on the Anchor App sharing how a past episode inspired her.
Don't forget to catch the YouTube After Show: https://youtu.be/2ha5HGb-1xQ
Contact Marley
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Twitter: @futuredrholmes
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Contact Derrick Furlow:
Instagram: @derrickfurlowjr
Twitter: @derrickfurlowjr
Email: derrickfurlow@gmail.com
Website: https://derrickfurlow.com/
Your Fight Is Their Success (featuring Brad Hambric)
Marley opens this episode with an inspirational message dedicated to those who are striving for success, but feel tired and overwhelmed. This episode can provide some inspiration and insight to individuals work anywhere from athletics to the corporate world. Marley is joined by Brad Hambric who currently provides outpatient services to student-athletes at the University of Georgia. They discuss everything from mental health to colorism amongst athletes of color. He also shares about an upcoming conference focusing on mental-health for student-athletes.
Check out the information for the inaugural conference:
https://www.marleneholmes.com/post/inaugural-athletes-mental-health-conference
Brad Hambric Email:
bradh@sports.uga.edu
Yup, She Said it After Show:
https://youtu.be/m3SxH8WD0n8
Contact Marley:
IG: @thebfcaexperience @yupshesaidit
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Pass, Set, Attack=Volleyball is Life
Marley takes an interesting approach to demonstrate how life is similar to the 3 main skills utilized on the volleyball court. She encourages listeners to examine their current life, next steps, and ultimate goals. She reminds listeners that consistency, communication, and conviction are all relevant when going for your goals. Marley also sheds light on the recent loss of George Atkinson III, who was a former NFL athlete that battled mental illness. She explains how individuals who work with athletes (not just mental health), and all professionals must be committed helping and supporting others. Marley brings some humor into this episode when discussing OT Genesis and his recent remake of Keyshia Cole's infamous song entitled, "Love." Lastly, she closes the episode with upcoming events in 2020!
Contact Marley at:
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @thebfcaexperience
@yupshesaidit
Twitter: @FutureDrHolmes
LinkedIn: Marlene "Marley" Holmes
Be Authentic (featuring Dominique Williams)
Marley reminds listeners that success is achieved through authenticity. Marley is joined by a fellow social worker who has utilized her personal challenges to uplift and inspire the lives of others. This episode is dedicated to those who have lost their authentic selves, and are searching for who they truly are. Both Dominique and Marley explain how helping others and identifying needs within a community is the key to making shifts within society.
Be sure to check out Part 2 of this interview on YouTube!
YouTube: Yup, She Said It Podcast After Show: https://youtu.be/4XTng40xB3E
Dominique Williams Contact Info:
Instagram @miamisocialworker
Email: dominiqueyw@live.com
Marley's Contact Info
Email : thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @thebfcaexperience
YouTube: The BFCA Experience
LinkedIN: Marlene "Marley" Holmes
Overtime: God vs. You
Marley opens this segment by challenging listeners to assess the various roles they play in their own lives. Do the roles connect and contribute to your life? Marley explains that sometimes you have to leave "Team You" and join "Team God," to accomplish your goals and be authentically true to you. She also shines the spotlight on one of her favorite podcasts and addressed recent comments made by Stephen A. Smith in regards To Kap aka #7! She closes the episode with some updates on how she is preparing for 2020!
Contact Marley at:
Marley's Contact Info
IG: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
YouTube Podcast After Show: https://youtu.be/7NAmp5YGIRk
Twitter: @thefuturedrholmes
LinkedIn:Marlene "Marley" Holmes
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Make A Path
Marley begins this episode by inspiring listeners to recognize that their destiny is not just for them, but for those coming next. She opens the episode with a scripture from Hebrews 12:11-13 that really explains and gives meaning to her current status as she continues to embark on her destiny. Marley also talks about the importance of Social Workers being aware of their skills and how to advocate for themselves in spaces where our services are needed. She also sheds light on a recent video clip that discusses the possible undermining motives by the NCAA in regards to the "Pay to Play Act," which was shared by Jay Bilas who is an ESPN basketball sports analyst. Lastly, Marley closes the episode with sharing her recent trips to conferences in Denver and Portland. While there she met others in the field of athletics and also presented on the challenges that female collegiate athletes experience. She realized that the week of travel and networking was strategically done by God to confirm that her progress and process through shaping her own business and dissertation is intentional. Trust the process.
If you or anyone you know would like to be featured on this podcast or would like to interview Marley please see contact information below.
Marley's Contact Info
IG: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Email: thebfcaexperience@gmail.com
YouTube Podcast After Show: https://youtu.be/7NAmp5YGIRk
Twitter: @thefuturedrholmes
LinkedIn:Marlene "Marley" Holmes
Run Your Own Race (Featuring Vanna Cure)
Marley is joined this week by a special guest who shares her journey from the basketball court to Washington D.C.(contact info below). Throughout this episode and within the interview Marley reminds listeners to embrace their journey despite their past or anticipated future. She also shares a recent scripture that inspired this episode while on her current 30 day prayer fast. Lastly, Marley shares about a recent presentation, upcoming presentations and events in Denver and Portland.
If you or anyone you know would like to be featured on this podcast please email Marley (contact info below).
Marley's Contact Info
IG: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Email:Marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
YouTube Podcast After Show: https://youtu.be/7NAmp5YGIRk
Twitter: @thefuturedrholmes
LinkedIn:Marlene "Marley" Holmes
Vanna Cure
Email: vcure@gmail.com
No Fear, More Faith, Just Flow
Marley shares her current journey and self-reflection over the past week. She is currently on a 30 day prayer fast as she tackles the journey of preparing for a new business launch in January 2020. Marley shares how her recent knee injury was actually a blessing to re-connect with herself and connect to the purpose that God has given her. She also acknowledges the tragedy and murder of Atatiana Jefferson in Fort Worth, Texas. and how it caused at true emotional response. Marley closes the episode with talking about her traveling plans, upcoming conference presentations, speaking engagements, and the serious grind to make sure her new business launches successfully in 2020.
Contact Marley:
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
LinkedIn: Marlene "Marley" Holmes
YouTube: The BFCA Experience
Email: marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
I'm A Benchwarmer
Marley explains how the role of a "benchwarmer" can be the beginning of one's success. She shares her experience through athletics from high school to college sports. She also discusses the recent California bill that was signed by Gov. Newsom in California called "Fair Pay to Play Act." She explains why this change is needed for future athletes along with the support of professional athletes. She even gives a quick secret on how she developed a change of heart for Lebron James. Marley also sheds light on why she is upset with the Emmy's...again!
Contact Marley:
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
LinkedIn: Marlene "Marley" Holmes
YouTube: The BFCA Experience
Email: marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
The Ball Is In Your Court (Featuring Dr. Joscelyn Shumate-Bourne)
Marley encourages listeners to take control of their journey and never forget their ability to make choices that support their vision and gift. On this episode Dr. Joscelyn Shumate-Bourne shares her journey of recovering from and ACL tear, playing collegiate basketball and pursuing the field of physical therapy. Of course, Marley tackles this weeks hottest topics including the 2 year referee suspension for cutting off a black wrestler's hair, and calling out the "trolls" who came for Dennis Rodman after an emotional interview on the hit morning show called, "The Breakfast Club."
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Contact Joscelyn Shumate-Bourne PT, DPT, CSCS:
Email: jcshumate30@gmail.com
Instagram: @jshumatebournedpt
Contact Marlene "Marley" Holmes PhD Student, MSW
Website: www.marleneholmes.com
Email: marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
Instagram: @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Twitter: @FutureDrHolmes
Facebook: Yup, She Said It
Before The Water Runs Dry (featuring Nicole Collins)
Marley encourages listeners to take a leap of faith, dismiss the fear of rejection, and embrace the journey of a new start. Marley is thrilled to have a special guest by the name of Nicole Collins. Nicole shares her journey of pursuing and accomplishing her goals of being a film producer in Los Angeles. Marley does not hold back in her "You Tried It Segment." She tackles the topic of Antonio Brown and the recent release of Lyfe Jennings new controversial song.
You can watch Nicole's recent film, "Guilty: Female Sexuality" at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDb-oRpoMWM
Please note that this film has explicit content and visuals. May not be appropriate for children.
IG: J_NicoleCollins
Twitter: @J_Nicole504
YouTube: Magnolia A Productions
Follow Marley:
IG @yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Twitter:@FutureDrHolmes
YouTube: The BFCA Experience
LinkedIn: Marlene "Marley" Holmes
Email: Marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
Pre-Season is Over featuring Zakayla Hughes
Marley is joined by Zakayla Huges to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur into the world of athletics after making the decision to leave corporate America. As always Marley provides an inspirational message that reminds listeners that your journey through life was your "Pre-Season," and now it's time for you to show up and show out. Marley also tackles the recent controversy over Jemele Hill's recent statement regarding black athletes and HBCUs. Marley also announces that she has officially launched her podcast after show on YouTube called, "The Yup She Said It, After Show."
Please follow Zakayla Hughes at:
IG: _mytwentyfour_
Podcast: Behind The Number
Website: www.mytwentyfour.com
Pain to Passion (ft. Latrice Sales)
Marley reminds listeners to allow their pain to be a guide towards their passion and peace. Marley reminds you that your peace and happiness should never shift based on external factors. This episode features a guest speaker; Latrice Sales. Ms. Sales shares her personal and professional experience in athletics which led her to finding her passion. Like Marley, Sales has also pursued the journey of earning her doctoral degree. Together they plan to make a major contribution to the world of athletics and the experience of black female athletes.
Latrice Sales
Twitter: @latricesales
Email: lsales@utexas.edu
Be sure to subscribe, and leave a review!
IG@yupshesaidit @the_bfca_experience
Twitter: @FutureDrHolmes
Email: marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
Call The Play
Marley encourages listeners to start calling the plays in their lives. She explains that preparation is key. She wants listeners to embrace their journey and recognize that a loss is actually a lesson. Marley also gives more insight on the Jay Z and NFL situation along with Popeye's spicy chicken sandwich. She also gives some updates on some upcoming events she will be at and working towards. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review. Marley is always accepting sponsors for this podcast.
Email: marlene.holmes@mymail.barry.edu
YouTube: The BFCA Experience
IG: the_bfca_experience
Twitter: FutureDrHolmes