Episodes

  • The Gloria Show - Invest in Yourself to Grow, Elevate, and Upgrade Your Life

    The Gloria Show - Invest in Yourself to Grow, Elevate, and Upgrade Your Life
    May 20 2025
    In this special episode, Gloria dives into the transformative world of Life Skills for the Journey: Second Edition and its Companion Workbook. Whether you're just beginning your quest for personal growth or looking to reignite your passion for meaningful change, the combination of these two books is your roadmap to success.
    Join Gloria as she unpacks the core principles and actionable strategies from the acclaimed book, Life Skills for the Journey, and explores how the thoughtfully designed workbook takes these insights even deeper. She'll discuss how practical tools, reflective exercises, and engaging challenges can help listeners raise their expectations, cultivate a resilient growth mindset, and develop the skills necessary for true fulfillment.
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    38 mins
  • The Gloria Show - A Toast to Year One: Reflections and Future Dreams

    The Gloria Show - A Toast to Year One: Reflections and Future Dreams
    May 14 2025
    It's hard to believe, but The Gloria Show is officially one year old! Join Gloria and her amazing community for a lively, heartwarming anniversary special as we take a joyful ride down memory lane. In this celebratory episode, Gloria revisits the most unforgettable moments, hilarious mishaps, and inspiring interviews that have defined the past 12 months. Listen in as favorite guests return for surprise appearances, loyal listeners share their favorite stories, and Gloria reveals behind-the-scenes secrets you've never heard before. Plus, there's a special announcement about what's next for the show! Whether you've been here since day one or just discovered us, this episode is a sparkling tribute to everyone who's made The Gloria Show a success. Pop the confetti—let's celebrate together!
    TODAY'S GUEST: Past Guests
    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com
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    46 mins
  • The Gloria Show - Faith, Health & Purpose: A Holistic Approach to Wellness

    The Gloria Show - Faith, Health & Purpose: A Holistic Approach to Wellness
    May 6 2025
    In this deeply insightful interview, Sonia Bendjaffer Yousef, Naturopathic Doctor, author, keynote speaker and founder of the 'Meant to Thrive' holistic wellness program, joins Gloria to explore the powerful intersection of faith and wellness. As a visionary in holistic health, Sonia shares how integrating spiritual beliefs with mindful self-care can profoundly enhance both physical and mental well-being.

    During this enriching conversation, Sonia unveils how Islamic teachings - and religious teaching at large - guide us in maintaining optimal health through balanced nutrition, optimal detoxification of the mind and body, movement, sleep, and emotional well-being. She delves into the science-backed benefits of prophetic health principles, highlighting the profound impact of nutrition, hydration, and the ancient wisdom of prayer in fostering emotional resilience and inner peace.

    Sonia provides practical tips for Muslim Women - and Women of all faith- to seamlessly integrate faith into their daily lives, offering empowering advice on starting the day with intention, nourishing the body with nutritious foods, staying hydrated, embracing nature and optimizing mental clarity. As the founder of the transformative 'Meant to Thrive' wellness program, Sonia also shares how her 7-week wellness journey empowers women to optimize their physical state, renew their spiritual connection, reduce stress, and embrace a life of vitality and purpose.

    This interview is a must-listen for anyone seeking to align their health with their faith and create a harmonious, balanced life. Whether you're looking for holistic health tips or inspiration to deepen your spiritual journey, Sonia's wisdom will guide you toward thriving in all aspects of life.
    TODAY'S GUEST: Dr. Sonia Bendajaffer Yousef

    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com

    GUEST WEBSITE: www.wondermuslinwomen.com

    BIO: Sonia Bendjaffer Yousef, ND is a double board-certified Naturopathic Doctor, creator of the WMW Wellness App, host of the Lighthouse Podcast, and author of the 636-page book Secrets to Infinite Life Force. Sonia is deeply passionate about empowering Muslim Women to achieve holistic health and wellness by combining natural healing practices with spiritual growth.

    With years of experience in naturopathic medicine, Sonia specializes in personalized care that integrates proper nutrition, self-care, and faith-based practices. She understands the unique challenges Muslim women - and women at large- face and offers guidance on how to live with balance, vitality, and purpose. As the founder of Wonder Muslim Women and the WMW Wellness App, she provides a supportive platform for women to thrive physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

    In addition to her work as a coach and author, Sonia hosts the Lighthouse Podcast, where she shares valuable insights on health, wellness, and personal growth. Through her Meant to Thrive program and wellness challenges, she empowers women to prioritize their health and three authentically.
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    53 mins
  • The Gloria Show - Building Strong Foundations: Growth Mindset and Nurturing Resilience

    The Gloria Show - Building Strong Foundations: Growth Mindset and Nurturing Resilience
    Apr 29 2025
    In an ever-changing world, nurturing resilience is more crucial than ever. This segment will explore my innovative findings as an educational psychologist, designed to empower parents with the tools and strategies rooted in positive psychology and strategies to build resilience. We will discuss how to foster a growth mindset in children, enabling them to navigate challenges, embrace failures, and cultivate a strong sense of self-worth. By focusing on the principles of resilience and positive reinforcement, parents can create a supportive environment that encourages emotional wellbeing and academic success. Join us as we delve into practical tips and transformative strategies that will not only benefit children but also strengthen family bonds.

    TODAY'S GUEST: Kayleigh Sumner

    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com

    GUEST WEBSITE: www.psychologyflows.com

    BIO: Dr. Kayleigh Sumner trained as an Psychologist in the UK graduating from University with a Doctorate in Applied Educational Psychology (DAppEdPsy). Dr Kayleigh's area of research and passion is the application of Positive Psychology principles. She has spent the past 15 years working with various local authorities, schools, and businesses across England and the UAE in pursuit of improving outcomes for people, socially, emotionally and academically. Dr Kayleigh works both online and in person therapeutically and systemically, with individuals and organisations facilitating change and providing support.
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    54 mins
  • The Gloria Show - Exhausted and Still Showing Up: A Conversation on Burnout Recovery

    The Gloria Show - Exhausted and Still Showing Up: A Conversation on Burnout Recovery
    Apr 22 2025
    Occupational Burnout is more than stress – it's a chronic condition that impacts productivity, mental health, and overall well-being. Nearly 3 in 5 workers report experiencing negative impacts of work-related stress, including lack of motivation, emotional exhaustion, and cognitive weariness. I'll shed light on the often-overlooked signals of burnout and the systemic issues that fuel it in the workplace. With a focus on real solutions and human-centered leadership, I'll guide listeners through practical strategies for recovery, resilience, and preventing burnout before it begins. Whether you are a leader, entrepreneur, or professional juggling multiple responsibilities, this conversation will help you find clarity, balance, and hope.

    TODAY'S GUEST: Dr. LaShana Wiggs

    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com

    GUEST WEBSITE: www.savviconsultingllc.com

    BIO: Dr. LaShana M. Wiggs is a dynamic leadership strategist, educator, and founder of Savvi Consulting, LLC, a firm specializing in human-centered change management. With over 20 years of experience spanning corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors, she helps organizations align people, processes, and data to drive transformation and impact. Dr. Wiggs is passionate about developing leaders at every level and is the visionary behind the Demystifying the Corporate Climb ecosystem—which includes a book, leadership conference, and youth leadership initiative.

    As professor at UNC Charlotte's Belk College of Business, Dr. Wiggs brings real-world insights into the classroom and champions inclusive, practical leadership development. She holds certifications as a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and Certified Behavioral Consultant (CBC), and is a sought-after speaker known for her authentic, insightful approach to leadership, culture, and equity.
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    57 mins
  • The Gloria Show: Empowering Communities: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future

    The Gloria Show: Empowering Communities: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future
    Apr 15 2025
    Join us as we sit down with Edna Davis Brown, the visionary leader behind GBDF, to explore the organization's mission and values that have driven 25 years of impactful service in the Roanoke Valley Community and beyond. From promoting health equity through innovative digital solutions to strengthening education and community ties, Edna sheds light on the transformative work being done. Learn about the passion that fuels GBDF, their strategies for sustainable change, and how you can contribute to their ongoing legacy of empowerment and service.

    TODAY'S GUEST: Edna Davis-Brown

    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com

    GUEST WEBSITE: www.gbdf.org

    BIO: Edna Davis-Brown, M.P.H., currently serves as a Training and Implementation Specialist with the federally funded National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training Initiative (NTI). Ms. Davis-Brown has more than 25 years of experience in program development, management and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, group facilitation, and training/technical assistance development and delivery. She holds a graduate degree in Public Health Education from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Ms. Davis-Brown is also co-founder and President/CEO of the Gregory B. Davis Foundation, a small non-profit formed to preserve the legacy of her youngest sibling, Gregory, who died of AIDS in March 2000.
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    49 mins
  • The Gloria Show: What We're Missing as Kids; What it Means as Adults

    The Gloria Show: What We're Missing as Kids; What it Means as Adults
    Apr 8 2025
    SHOW DESCRIPTION: A Personal Development Podcast Where You Can Grow, Elevate, and Upgrade Your Life

    SYNOPSIS: As adults, we make decisions based on what we learned as our foundational knowledge was being formed. If that foundation was infiltrated with harm, it rocks our worlds then and during our adulthood. We've been acclimated to start asking ourselves about ACEs (adverse childhood experiences) and many of those scores assume that the only things that matter are the things that someone would rank as happening directly to us. What about the incubator being infiltrated by the water we're swimming in, not only the actual attacks we receive during incubation? What about when we "are exposed to violence" because our mother's being abused by our father - what long-term impact does that have? Or what about when our sibling is the victim of child sexual assault by a family member and we grow up being raised by the perpetrator and seeking an unrequited relationship with the CSA survivor sibling - what long-term impact does that have? In being the latter, I've been allowed a gift that I want to share with you today. This applies if you are that other child (sibling of the CSA survivor) or you grew up with someone who was harmed while you supposedly "weren't". Here's your discovery, validation, healing, and empowerment.

    TODAY'S GUEST: Courageous Fire

    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com

    GUEST WEBSITE: https://www.cfirellc.com

    BIO: Courageous Fire is a transformative coach, insightful author, and fierce advocate with over 12 years of experience turning lived experiences into educational gold. She is a captivating speaker, poet, and curriculum creator whose voice inspires, uplifts, and enlightens. Whether working 1-on-1, with small or large groups, in communities of color or mainstream spaces, Courageous forges deep connections with audiences of all backgrounds and genders. Her presence sparks transformation, motivating others to embrace their potential and rewrite their stories. With each narrative, lesson, and performance, Courageous leaves a profound impact that makes people feel seen, validated, and ready to craft the outcomes they truly desire.
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    51 mins
  • The Gloria Show: Managing Stress and Turning it To Your Advantage

    The Gloria Show: Managing Stress and Turning it To Your Advantage
    Apr 1 2025
    A Personal Development Podcast Where You Can Grow, Elevate, and Upgrade Your Life

    Diagnosed with Parkinson's at just 28, Mariam knows firsthand the challenges of navigating life's uncertainties. From balancing her role as a mother and rebuilding her life after 25 years of marriage to embracing her diagnosis as a catalyst for helping others, Mariam's journey is a testament to the human spirit and the power of mindset.

    In this inspiring and practical show, Mariam shares tools and strategies to manage stress, reframe challenges as opportunities and tap into your inner strength—even in the face of adversity. Whether you're overwhelmed by daily pressures or confronting life-changing obstacles, Maria's transformative approach will help you not only cope but thrive.

    TODAY'S GUEST: Mariam Bennouna

    GLORIA'S WEBSITE: www.GloriaSloan.com

    GUEST WEBSITE: www.coachben.ma

    BIO: Mariam Bennouna is a Master Life Coach and a Parkinson's Mental Health Coach, certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) in Geneva. With a strong foundation in mindfulness techniques, she empowers her clients to navigate challenges and embrace personal growth. Mariam's journey into coaching followed 15 years of professional experience with an American company, where she honed her skills in leadership and resilience.

    Diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at the age of 28, Mariam transformed her journey into a source of inspiration and purpose, channeling her determination into supporting others. As a dedicated mental health coach, she specializes in working with young people facing Parkinson's, helping them cultivate strength and optimism in the face of adversity.

    Mariam's personal experiences are deeply woven into her coaching philosophy. She has been married for 25 years and is now divorced, raising an 18-year-old child who continues to be a source of pride and joy. Through her work, Mariam seeks to make a meaningful difference, blending compassion and expertise to guide her clients toward resilience and fulfillment.
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    51 mins