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EP16: give back & be kind featuring author, community giveback organization co-founder Chloie G. Marshall

It has been said that you may not remember what people say- but you will always remember how people make you feel! In this special podcast episode, Shateria sits down with Chloe G. Marshall , the daughter of Samaria White, who is the founder of GiGi Innovations, LLC. The two make up the mother-daughter duo behind The Giving Grasshoppers- a community service based organization whose core is giving and serving others. From a young age, Chloie has always had a kind heart and found that being kind was a part of what she was put on Earth to do. While studying at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Chloie tells us a little about her journey as an author and student. the challenges she faces and what's next for her in life. If you haven't read GiGi The Giving Grasshopper series- you're surely missing out on a message that will never get old and can never be learned too young- ALWAYS GIVE BACK & BE KIND. Take a listen to this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#ChloieBMarshall

#GiGiTheGivingGrasshopper

#Author

#KindnessIsKey

#CollegeStudent

#Friendship

#ChildPsychologist

#SisterhoodWound

#Authenticity

#SelfLove

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Instagram - @thegivingGrasshoppers

Facebook - Chloie Marshall

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brown girls can: the podcast with Shateria Smith

EP15: color outside the lines featuring Evan Diaz, Evan Illustrates Owner

Are lines meant to be boundaries or suggestions? Can we color outside the lines in life without punishment or backlash? In this podcast episode, Shateria Smith discusses all things art with Evan Diaz, owner of Evan Illustrates. How can you spot the makings of an aspiring artist? What do artists do to unwind? What is the process of art creation and why does art matter in today's world? Take a listen to this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#Art

#EntrepreneurLife

#Artist

#ArtMatters

#Passion

#RepresentationMatters

#ColorOutsideTheLines

#EvanIllustrates

#ArtMedium

#DigitalArt

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

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brown girls can: the podcast with Shateria Smith

EP14: be dope intentionally featuring life coach, former nil wife, mom & author Kim Mathis

What does it mean to be dope? In this special podcast episode, Shateria travels to Colorado to chat with Kim Mathis, the beautiful soul that is doing amazing work as a life coach, author and proud football mom. Kim, who is also the wife to Kevin Mathis, a former NFL Player and now football coach for the Colorado Buffalos, beamed with pride talking of her life's journey which is filled with triumph, resilience and intentionality. They dig into the details of her first book, a memoir, titled "Dope Girl", which depicts what it's like to be affected by unfortunate side effects of drug use- as her mom battled with drug addiction while she was a child well into her adult life. They also discuss Mathis' second release "Liar In Stilettos" which is the big sister's advice you didn't know you needed in your life! This conversation will definitely leave you inspired to create the life you want! Take a listen to this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#KimMathis

#DopeGirl

#Author

#LiarInStilletos

#NFLWife

#LifeCoach

#DenverColorado

#MentalHealthAwareness

#BeIntentional

#CreateYourDestiny

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Follow Kimberly Mathis on her social media

Instagram - @thekimmathis

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Purchase "Dope Girl" by Kimberly Mathis here: https://thekimmathis.com/

Purchase "Liar In Stilletos" by Kimberly Mathis here: https://thekimmathis.com/

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

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Intro & Outro Background Music: Ari Lennox Type Beat | HONEY

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EP13: live & lead with purpose Latoya Whitfield, A Queenpreneur's Plan founder

Latoya Whitfield believes that living and leading a life full of purpose is the key to true success and happiness! According to Latoya, founder of A Queenpreneur's Plan and the Dare To Dream Awards, "purpose puts you in the room you need to be in!" Tune in for this podcast episode as Shateria Smith talks with Latoya about The Dare To Dream Awards, celebrating black women in business, funding HBCU students and much more! Be looking out for all of the event updates, awards and Shateria's experience as a nominee in the 2025 Dare to Dream Awards in Huntsville, Alabama! Take a listen and find out in this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#Purpose

#AQueenpreneursPlan

#DareToDreamAwards

#WalkingInPurpose

#CelebratingBlackWomenInBusiness

#WomenInBusiness

#HuntsvilleAlabama

#EntrepreneurLife

#LatoyaWhitfield

#HBCUScholarships

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Follow Latoya Whitfield here:

IG - @queenpreneursplan

IG - @thelatoyawhitfield

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

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Intro & Outro Background Music: Ari Lennox Type Beat | HONEY

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brown girls can: the podcast with Shateria Smith

EP12: brunch on Sundays featuring Kiara Davis, Ki Cuisine Owner

Who doesn't love a good brunch... a good meal for that matter? From the kitchen to store shelves, Chef Kiara, owner of Ki Cuisine is proof that brown girls can: not only cook- but they can throw down in the kitchen! In this special MUKBANG podcast episode, Shateria Smith chops it up with Chef Ki about all things cooking, catering and dishing out what it takes to make it as a chef. Can you start a business from a passion that you discover later in life? She gives us the inside scoop on her busy schedule, the ebb and flow of the business and what her faves are to eat and to cook! Take a listen to this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#Food

#EntrepreneurLife

#Chef

#Culinary

#ALittleOfThisALittleOfThat

#Mukbang

#BrunchOnSundays

#KiKuisine

#Catering

#PrivateChef

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Follow Kiara on Social Media at @Ki_Kuisine on Instagram, and @Ki Kuisine on Facebook

Book her catering services & shop her products at www.kikuisine.com

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

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Intro & Outro Background Music: Ari Lennox Type Beat | HONEY

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EP11: have joy unapologetically featuring mom, author, former music executive & joy strategist Grace Harry

What really brings you JOY? Like true, pure, COMPLETE JOY? In this special podcast episode, Shateria travels to New York City to chat with Grace Harry, the beautiful soul that is doing amazing work as a joy strategist, author and former music executive. They dig into creating joy for oneself, Harry's book The Joy Strategist", doing the inner work, her experiences in career and so much more! She definitely encouraged Shateria to own the next phase of her life as a movement starter and podcast host, but we are sure this conversation will give you some gems that you can use in your own life, as well! How do you create and practice JOY for yourself? Outside of titles, who are YOU? Do you identify as someone who brings joy with you? Take a listen to this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#GraceHarry

#TheJoyStrategist

#Author

#InnerGPS

#InnerWork

#ChiefEnergyOfficer

#NewYorkCity

#YouBringMeJOY

#Authenticity

#PlayExperiences

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Follow Grace Harry on her social media

Instagram - @graceharry

Facebook - The Joy Strategist

Purchase "The Joy Strategist" by Grace Harry here: https://thejoystrategist.com

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

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Intro & Outro Background Music: Ari Lennox Type Beat | HONEY

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brown girls can: the podcast with Shateria Smith

EP10: be the spark featuring Shawanna Kendrick, The H2O Life Owner

According to Shawanna Kendrick, "Putting one foot in front of the other is all you have to do- when it comes to hiking and LIFE!" Tune in for this podcast episode as Shateria Smith talks with Shawanna Kendrick, owner of The H2O Life! From healing in nature, Chat GPT and of course hiking the tallest free standing mountain Mount Kilimanjaro- they dig into it all. Take a listen and find out in this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast

Other topics you will hear:

#Hiking

#Entrepreneur

#Rest

#WalkingInPurpose

#HonoringTheCall

#WomenInBusiness

#BlackWomenInNature

#HikingHealingOutdoors

#MountKilimanjaro

#TakeAHike

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Follow Shawanna Kendrick on IG: @theh2olife

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Visit their website for upcoming excursions, outdoor activities and more: www.theh2o.life

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

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EP9: direct the life you desire featuring Herman Prater, Jr. , Visuals By Herman Owner

Our life is a direct reflection of what WE make it! In this podcast episode, Shateria Smith discusses making moves, taking chances and living with no regrets with Herman Prater, Jr. , owner of Visuals By Herman. Are we delusional enough to make our dreams a reality? What does lights, camera, action mean in the big scheme of creating the life we desire? Take a listen to this episode of #browngirlscan #thepodcast #BrownGirlsCanThePodcast #brownboyjoy #blackboyjoy

Other topics you will hear:

#Directing

#EntrepreneurLife

#AI

#SuccessMindset

#MentalHealth

#Delusional

#CreateTheLifeYouWant

#VisualsByHerman

#Humility

#CaptureMemories

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Follow Herman on IG: @visualsbyherman

Visit Herman’s website: www.visualsbyherman.com

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brown girls can: the podcast is filmed, edited and produced by LimeLight Productions in Chattanooga TN.

Music provided by shathegoddess.

Intro & Outro Background Music: Ari Lennox Type Beat | HONEY

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