Episodes

Where Broken Hearts Gather to Heal w/ Anthony Veneziano
April 25, 2024

Where Broken Hearts Gather to Heal w/ Anthony Veneziano

Anthony Veneziano discusses his experience with cardiac rehab and the positive impact it has had on his physical and mental well-being. He highlights the progress he has made in terms of strength and feeling more secure after his heart attack. Anthony also emphasizes the social element of being in …
Raising the Pulse on Prevention: The Crucial Work of Marquis Parson
Feb. 19, 2024

Raising the Pulse on Prevention: The Crucial Work of Marquis Parson

This conversation discusses Marquis Parson's experience with a heart attack at the age of 36. We discuss his family history of heart disease and his journey to find purpose through his organization, The Beat it Foundation. Marquis speaks about the loss of his brother, who died from heart disease at…
Building Sustainable Black-owned Businesses: Insights with Jay Bailey
Sept. 18, 2023

Building Sustainable Black-owned Businesses: Insights with Jay Bailey

Jay Bailey, president and CEO of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, joins me in this informative episode of the Build Your Fort Podcast. Bailey delves deeply into his passion and drive to support black business owners, both of which are fueled by his own entrepreneurial background and…
Sexual, Self-assured, and Disabled w/ Jameka Malone
June 12, 2023

Sexual, Self-assured, and Disabled w/ Jameka Malone

I'm on the phone with Jameka early Sunday morning, preparing her for our upcoming interview. I smile as I hear her children's joyful laughter in the background. This sets the tone for our relaxed conversation. We talk about sex and sexuality as a disabled person, as well as some awkward moments she…
Real Estate Changes Lives w/ Karen Hatcher
April 20, 2022

Real Estate Changes Lives w/ Karen Hatcher

Changing lives is what Karen Hatcher and her team at Sovereign Realty & Management are all about. Karen founded her real estate agency on the premise of helping others grow wealth through real estate. Karen is the 97th President of the Atlanta REALTORS Association, a 112 year old institution and…
Love, Marriage & Brooklyn Tea w/ Jamila Wright
April 13, 2022

Love, Marriage & Brooklyn Tea w/ Jamila Wright

Can you imagine starting a company with your significant other? And not just any company, but one that sells tea from all over the world. Brooklyn Tea may have started out small, but the company has grown rapidly since its inception. Founded by husband and wife team Jamila Wright and official Tea S…
Recurring Revenues w/ Shayna Marshall
March 30, 2022

Recurring Revenues w/ Shayna Marshall

Shayna Marshall has many titles that all translate to her self-described title of Serial Entrepreneur. She operates two insurance agencies, a gym and multiple co-working spaces. Shayna admits that her success has been sustained by doing work she enjoys, work that empowers others and work that gener…
Setting The Benchmark w/ Susan Pryor
March 23, 2022

Setting The Benchmark w/ Susan Pryor

Susan Pryor has been investing in Real Estate for 30 years and after a career in the software industry, she now runs the Georgia branch of Benchmark Mortgage. Her company has a heart for veterans and they go out of there way to make sure their veteran clients realize their dream of home ownershi…
The Otherside Of Fear w/ Olivia Westbrooks
March 16, 2022

The Otherside Of Fear w/ Olivia Westbrooks

Olivia Westbrooks is a mother, wife, and owner of her own design firm. When her first attempt at entrepreneurship didn't work out the way she planned, she took a step back into corporate America for an opportunity to come back stronger and better. Now, as the leading force behind Oliva Westbrooks I…
Breaking Free w/ Shameia Crawford
March 9, 2022

Breaking Free w/ Shameia Crawford

Vocalist Shameia Crawford grew up in the church as was born to sing. Both her father and grandfather were pastors so Shameia felt limited in her ability to step outside of the church and sing for the world. As chance would have it, Shameia had the opportunity to sing internationally and with the bl…
Addicted To Death w/ Chris Lee
March 2, 2022

Addicted To Death w/ Chris Lee

Author and speaker Chris Lee is a motivator and survivor who is pursuing his passions. An accident that resulted in a traumatic brain injury in 2007 turned Chris's life upside down. Addiction, depression and poor physical health complicated things even further. Learning about holistic health, the l…
Build Your Fort Podcast Season One Wrap-up w/ Lentheus Chaney
Feb. 17, 2022

Build Your Fort Podcast Season One Wrap-up w/ Lentheus Chaney

Growth requires you to take an honest look at where you are today, make necessary adjustments and prepare for the next level regardless of what others may think. I am grateful, humbled and honored to have had the opportunity ...
Head Goddess In Charge w/ Loreal Banks
Jan. 26, 2022

Head Goddess In Charge w/ Loreal Banks

Imagine finding out, as an adult, that you have siblings that grew up just a couple blocks away and you never knew they existed! That’s what happened to me a few short years ago when Loreal Banks and Christina Chaney were introduced to me as my sisters.  I have the pleasure of having Loreal, …
Brown Hands Matter w/ Rosalynn Daniels
Jan. 19, 2022

Brown Hands Matter w/ Rosalynn Daniels

Lifestyle personality and content creator, Rosalynn Daniels, is a wife and mom of three who is following her dreams. Acknowledging the absence of digital creators who looked like her, Rosalynn founded her company, Brown Hands Media, as a means to take control of her brand and make a difference. He…
Overcoming The Imposter w/ Kelli Kelley
Jan. 12, 2022

Overcoming The Imposter w/ Kelli Kelley

Kelli Kelley is a multi-talented entrepreneur, wife and mother of two. She started her career in the fashion and beauty industry and eventually found her niche in digital marketing at the helm of her own Digital Marketing Agency. Join us for a real and open discussion about business, life lessons,…
Conversations With A Nappstar w/ Melissa Roche
Jan. 5, 2022

Conversations With A Nappstar w/ Melissa Roche

Melissa and her Annette Roche grew up helping their mother do hair – initially at home and then in her African braid shop. Their entrepreneurial drive came from those formative years that has now blossomed into a million dollar brand that the two co-founded more that 10 years ago. Listening as Meli…
Mad Lucrative Collaboration w/ Michael Magnedo Crawford
Dec. 29, 2021

Mad Lucrative Collaboration w/ Michael Magnedo Crawford

In this episode on Build Your Fort Podcast, I wrap up 2021 with a lively conversation between myself and Michael Crawford, host of the Mad Lucrative Podcast. Mike, also know as Magnedo or Nedo in the music industry, is a Grammy award winning music producer, husband and proud father of two little gi…
MAN.MUSE.MAGIC w/ Victor Jackson
Dec. 15, 2021

MAN.MUSE.MAGIC w/ Victor Jackson

As with many musicians, Victor Jackson pores his entire soul into his music.  After loosing his brother, enduring a bad breakup, and the pandemic, Victor is living authentically in life and through the songs on his current EP, MAN.MUSE.MAGIC.  Join us for  conversation about family, God's love and …
Trauma, Healing & Soulaudacity w/ Ivory Shields
Dec. 8, 2021

Trauma, Healing & Soulaudacity w/ Ivory Shields

After working full-time as a therapist and actress, Ivory Shields dedicated herself to her own personal healing and in the process found her purpose in helping others heal from their traumas. Ivory assists with breaking through the boundaries that are limiting people and get them ready to leave the…
Look Good Live Well w/ Ariane Turner
Dec. 1, 2021

Look Good Live Well w/ Ariane Turner

Ariane Turner is a skincare expert, educator and self proclaimed wellness junkie with more than 20 years in the beauty industry. She spent much of that time on set as a makeup artist for major productions and tended to the skin issues of her clients. When all studio productions were shut down this …
Real Life Transitions w/ Lauren Williams
Nov. 17, 2021

Real Life Transitions w/ Lauren Williams

Lauren Williams is a multi-faceted mom, influencer, eCommerce business owner and talent manager who has transformed her career from assistant to executive. Growing up as the granddaughter of civil rights legend Hosea Williams, Lauren has stood in the room and sat at the table with many of the great…
This Chick Knows Beer w/ Jen Price
Nov. 10, 2021

This Chick Knows Beer w/ Jen Price

Jen Price is the founder and owner of The Atlanta Beer Boutique and Crafted For Action, the first hybrid craft beer conference focused on women and people of color. As Jen prepared for the opening of her first brick and mortar retail space, the nation went on lock-down. She was forced to pivot, ret…
Bat-Ish Crazy! w/ Nick Nelson
Nov. 3, 2021

Bat-Ish Crazy! w/ Nick Nelson

Starting over is never easy but Nick Nelson, founder of The Brandprenuer Agency, made it look as if it was. Nick ended one career and started another helping remarkable people of color stand out and realize their personal brand in a way they have never before. He's dang good at it too! Listen in, b…
Divinely Guided Branding w/ Shehawnee Prescod
Oct. 27, 2021

Divinely Guided Branding w/ Shehawnee Prescod

As founder of Earth Angel PR and Branding Agency, Shehawnee Prescod has become an expert in the corporate marketing, branding and publicity space. With multiple high level projects under her belt, Shehawnee has not only seen a gradual shift in the marketplace but has also felt an internal shift in …