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Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Yahrah St. John, International Bestselling Author of 25 books (Harlequin) Episode Topic:   Relationships, Business and Personal In this Episode Maura and Yahrah will discuss how to stop the roller coaster of relationships. Tune in to find out what the author of 25 international romance novels has to say about making relationships last longer and stronger. She'll also share tips on how to find your soul mate and build strong connections.We'll even find out the scoop on her new release "Miami After hours (Millionaire Mogul)" Meet Yahrah:  Yahrah St. John earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Northwestern University. As a bestselling contemporary romance author at Harlequin, one of the world’s largest publishing houses, she has written for the Kimani Romance line since 2004. Her books are sold in both print and online editions.   She is a prominently recognized member of Romance Writers of America and has been lauded for her literary cont

Welcome to the Power Lunch Hour of the Finding Your Forte Show with Host Reggie Hammond and Special Guest Erin White, CEO, Hexagon Outsourcing Group. Episode Topic:  " Encouraging Purpose" with a segment for Leaders:  "Here's what your folks won't tell you" In this episode join us as we check in with Erin White, CEO Hexagon Outsourcing and Leadership Coach to Business Leaders and Intrapraneurs and Execution Driven HR Professional.  We've come to know Erin through her exciting work as Chief Encouragement Officer for The Honeycomb Life.  Since that venture launch, she has grown her territory to lead Hexagon. Join us as we learn more about this triumph. The opinions discussed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more about the show, show host, guests and the station please visit us at www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the show!  You can like us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio and follow us on Twitter @Up2M

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Stacey Evans Morgan, Writer, Producer, Author of the recently released novel " A Good Thing". Topic: Are you "A Good Thing" In this episode Maura and Stacey discuss highlights from her newly released Novel "A Good Thing." published by Brown Girl Books.  Love is Patient...Love is Kind...When love finds you, it's A GOOD THING.  We"ll discuss how this "baby" was conceived, why she selected the topic around LOVE and of course we'll get the industry scoop from a veteran! Meet Stacey:  Over twenty-five years as an entertainment industry veteran, Stacey Evans Morgan is a television writer and producer with credits on scripted series such as Love That Girl, The Parkers, One on One, Jamie Foxx Show and live programs such as The NAACP Image Awards, The Gracie Awards and DNC Live 2016. She is also a published poet, essayist, motivational speaker and President/CEO of SEM PRO Inc., a production company creating content for TV, film and new media platforms.    St

Welcome to the Finding Your Forte Show and the Premiere of the Power Lunch Hour.  Today's Power Lunch Hour Special Guest is Leslie Stevens, Director of Movement and Purpose, Marketing SunTrust Bank. Power Lunch Topic:  Leaders: Here's What Your People Won't Tell You Join us as we check in with Leslie Stevens, Director of Movement and Purpose Marketing about her own pursuit of purpose and what it's like to do it in an organization that values purpose. Meet Leslie: Human Resources Business Partner to SunTrust's Corporate Marketing organization. Partner with Chief Marketing Officer and senior Marketing leaders to create and implement Human Capital Strategy aligned to business plans and objectives. Champion for change and ensuring the implementation, delivery, and quality of HR products, services, and initiatives. Develop human capital solutions for the Marketing organization and lead execution of human capital initiatives throughout the workforce. Provide executive coaching and assist in identifying intervent

Welcome to the There is Life After Layoff Show with Host Ali and Special Guest Joshua Leonard, Professional Artist, Animator, Creator of Team Supreme, Owner of Leonard Studios. Episode Topic:  Catching up with Team Supreme! In this Episode Ali welcomes back Professional Artist and Animator, Joshua Leonard, to get the scoop on his lastest project "Team Supreme," a soon to be released animated series featuring a team of Super Heroes who use their disabilities as super powers to fight against wrong doing.  The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more about this show, the show host and the station visit us at www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the Show!  Like us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio and follow us on Twitter @Up2Meradio

Why saying "I don't need a man " can kill you!  Is it the power of confession, sabotaging success or something much deeper? Real talk and truths under one banner ~ Tune in lean in and listen up! On OMG Oh! Maura Gale this week special guest Ryeal Simms Ph.D., the Relationship Expert is going to discuss how just quoting "I don't need a man" can literally kill you. This is just the beginning of what we believe will be an open door to discovering healthy whole relationships.  Ryeal Simms is a licensed and certified relationship coach, Counselor/Marriage facilitator, body language expert with the Relationship Coaching Institute and the Prepare/Enrich Program, Ryeal’s passion is analyzing the neuroscience of love by dissecting why we do what we do from an eco-bio-psycho-social-spiritual point of view.  Formerly the relationship expert for Stevie Wonder’s Hollywood radio station, KJLH, Ryeal has also co-hosted London’s Love Talks, is a recurring relationship expert on the U.K.’s Real Love Show and has regularly

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Tracie Dean Ponder, Founder & Executive Director of the B-STEM Project! Episode Title:  "The Entrepreneur's Journey", Entertainment, Education & Diversity In this Episode:  What do YOU have to give, offer or share with others? Do you have a dream of waking up everyday with purpose and passion? We know that entrepreneurs fill a need, offer services and solutions or satisfy interests.   This week on OMG we'll have a conversation about how every job, field of interest, talent, and instinct you possess, can be parlayed into purpose.  Meet Tracie: Tracie Dean Ponder is the youngest of 11 children born and raised in the inner city of Chicago, Illiniois.  With a ardent committment for educating and empowering emerging talent she founded B-STEM Project. The Project's primary goal is to create opportunities for young girls & women to engage, learn and grow around business and STEM disciplines across industries.  Tracie is an award- winning entert

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Rhavynn Drummer, Casting Director. Episode Title:  Casting with character!  How "Good Girls" can win in the industry and, in life! In this episode Maura Gale will have a conversation with veteran casting director Rhavynn Drummer! Rhavynn will share what it's like to cast some of the popular Tv shows we tune into weekly as well as give some tips on how to stay effective in your craft. Plus, we'll find out what prompted her to create the digital series "Good Girls."  Meet Rhaynne:  Rhavynn Drummer is an Atlanta based Casting Director who has always had a love for actors and great performances. She began her career in casting at Tyler Perry Studios. While working at the studio she has participated in the casting of thirteen feature films, six television series, and seven theatrical productions. . She has had the privilege of working on projects like “The Family that Preys,” “Why did I Get Married Too?” “The Marriage Counselor” and the most recent telev

Welcome to the Up2Me Magazine Show with Host Gabby G and Special Guests The Thomas Sisters, Recording Artists! Episode Title:  "Meet the Thomas Sisters" The Thomas Sisters may have recently released their first single, "I'll See You" from their all-original debut EP, "Love Chased Me," but they have been impacting communitie with their anointed music ministry and warm, vibrant personalities for many years.  Recently opening for Danny Gokey, they received a standing ovation for their music ministry.  To learn more about this dynamic and blessed duo please vist them at www.thomassisters.com  The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information, motivation and entertainment purposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more about us visit www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the Show!  Like us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio and follow us on Twitter @Up2Meradio    

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Marcia Wright - Tillman, Actor~Teacher~Coach and Collaborator. Episode Title:  "I AM"..how to push pass and press forward In this Episode Maura and Marcia discuss and explore being present and in the moment during the joyous as well as the challenging times. There will always be events, circumstances and occasion to either rejoice or feel disappointed...our goal is to allow you to fully be present and afterwards make a choice to focus on how to win and heal. If it seems like you're constantly on an emotional rollercoaster, lets at least learn how to use the protective guard rails. Meet Marcia:   Marcia Wright-Tillman Actor, teacher, coach and collaborator. Marcia Tillman is the founder and director of “I AM” Marcia Tillman ActorStudio. After Studying Theater Arts at Columbia College in Chicago Ill., Marcia has successfully worked as an actress in Hollywood. Starring in such films as; “While you were Sleeping”, “Soul Food”, “G”, All the “Barbershop”

Welcome to the Finding Your Forte Show with Host and Finding Your Forte Expert Reggie Hammond and Special Guest Rick Makerson, Managing Partner, BlueFletch Mobile. Episode Title:  "Making Clients Look Like Rockstars on Purpose" In this Episode Reggie and Ricchard will discuss how Richard found his purpose to "solve complex problems and make his clients look like rockstars! Meet Rick Makerson:  As the co-founder of BlueFletch Mobile, Richard is a Technical Manager with skills in Mobile, Microsoft .NET, and J2EE Application Development. Richard has also trained, deployed, and supported multiple application tiers across complex production environments. He has extensive technical experience in native, cross-platform and web-based mobile application development. Richard holds a BS in Computer Science from Morehouse College. To learn more visit www.bluefletch.com The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show is a production

Welcome to the Up2Me Magazine Show with Host Gabby G and Special Guest Rebecca Croft of the Cedar Breaks Band! Episode Title "Believe- Together We'll See" In this Episode Gabby G and Rebecca will discuss Rebecca's journey in discovering her purpose and how it that led her to the Cedar Breaks Band. The latest release from the Cedar Breaks Band will be played! Meet Rebecca:  Rebecca Croft discovered her passion for singing and performing after beginning vocal training at age eleven.  She continued to sing and write music, collaborating with acclaimed songwriter and producer Steele Croswhite, culminating in her self-titled debut album in 2010.  Rebecca’s accomplishments feature many awards and performances, including music and film festival wins as a lead vocalist with Cedar Breaks Band. The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more visit us at www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Angela N. Boyce, Founder & CEO of You Affirm Self. Episode Title: "The Mirror of Reality" .. learning how to love the reflection of my imperfections.  My past ain't pretty but it sure is a powerful part of my purpose. In this Episode Maura and Angela will discuss why do we push the rewind button of our mind and allow it to loop only the mistakes or failures of our past? We hope you change your perspective and say YASSSSS to the new view of YOU.  Because thinking about wrong choices and past setbacks can make you second guess your next move and sit stagnant. Don't allow what WAS, to prevent you from what can BE...do the NEXT thing!  Meet Angela: Angela N. Boyce is the Founder, CEO and Director of You Affirm Self, non- profit 501c3. Her organization serves homeless and rehabilitating youth in Metro Detroit.  Her programs transform lives by reminding people all they need is already inside of them. Angela is a transformational speaker, single mother

Welcome to the There is Life After Layoff Show with Host Ali and Special Guest Ryan Kilgore, Saxophonist, Musician and Philanthropist (Founder of the Kilgore Music Foundation) http://www.kilgoremusicfoundation.com/home.html  Episode Title:  "Just Walk"   In this Episode Ali and Ryan disuss and "Just Walk" through Ryan's journey of fulfilling his life's purpose through music.  Ryan will share motivational "nuggets" for aspiring artists. Meet Ryan: Ryan played on the Fighting Temptations soundtrack with vocalist Faith Evans, on the song titled "Heaven Knows", as well as performed on the Walt Disney movie Country Bears. He then continued to work with legendary producers/writers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis as well as the phenomenal Stevie Wonder.   The opinions expressed during this radio/podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes.  This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more visit us at www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the Show!  Like us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio and

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest DeEtta West, Author, Singer, Actor, Workshop Facilitator, Conference and Motivational Speaker. Episode Title "Get Up!" (It ain't over 'tip God says it's over) In this Episode Maura and DeEtta discuss the storms and situations of life and how they can knock you down but if your outlook is UP, there's one direction you can go! Follow His lead, He knows where your going. "He knows where He's taking you". Meet DeEtta:  Ms. West travels throughout the country touching lives as she challenges and motivates the hearer to “Get Up!” (which is the title of her book) and move towards their place of purpose.  She delivers a message of healing and hope. Her compassion is found in her commitment to speak life into the hearts of the wounded and broken vessels that God assigns her to. DeEtta’s desire is to help people get past their hurts so that they can fulfill the God-given calling on their life. DeEtta was born and raised in San Diego, California. She attended

Welcome to the Finding Your Forte Show with Host Reggie Hammond and Special Guest Lamar Chesney, Motivational Speaker and Executive/Team Guide. Episode Title:  Pinnacle Insights:  Know Thyself, Project Thyself In this episode Reggie and Lamar discuss insights from the pinnacle of Lamar's career post-retirement on purpose, business, careers and leadership. Informative, inspiring and motivating "Nuggets will be shared" The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational puposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more visit us at www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the Show!  Like us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio and follow us on Twitter @Up2Meradio   Thi

Welcome to the There is Life After Layoff Show with Host Ali and Special Guest Deberah Williams, Credit Counselor, Financial Planner, Founder/Owner of A Fresh Start LLC  www.afreshstartllc.com Episode Title: "A Fresh Start" In this Episode join Ali and Deberah as they discuss how to plan your way to restoring and building "A Fresh Start!"  The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more visit us at www.up2meradio.com Enjoy the Show!  Like us on Facebook at Up2Me Radio and Follow us on Twitter @Up2Meradio

Welcome to the Up2Me Magazine Show with Host Gabby G and Special Guests TJ Cates and Jill Santibanez the Creators of Nashville Entertainment Weekly. Episode Title" " Our Story/Journey: Up Close with TJ Cates and Jill Santibanez"   In this Episode Gabby G, TJ and Jill will discuss the journey and purpose to the creation of Nashville Entertainment Weekly.  Meet CJ and Jill:   TJ and Jill created the Television Show, 'Nashville Entertainment Weekly,' which reaches over 2 Million Viewers every Friday Night on Channel 49 in Middle Tennessee. Together they also created their Music Row Management Company, 'Nashville Artist Management,' which offers Social Media Assistance, along with assisting in booking their Artists on Stage in Nashville, as well as Radio, Television and Booking Agent opportunities. They also created their Music Row Record Label, 'Nashville Entertainment Weekly Records,' which offers Nationwide Radio Play to their Recording Artists, in but not limited to the following genres: Country, Americana

Welcome to the OMG Oh! Maura Gale Show with Special Guest Reyna Joy Banks, CEO,Choreographer and Content Creator. Episode Title: "Living HOLY in Hollywood (The Call Comes with a Loss in Gain)" In this Episode Maura and Reyna discuss Reyna's choreographed call to purpose and how her start in the secular industry crafted a call to ministry. The Call costs…how a gift, position and sickness revealed her powerful path of purpose. She experienced great loss in gains, while getting closer to an even Greater God. Meet Reyna:  Reyna Joy Banks is a celebrity Dancer, choreographer, the CEO of FHG Entertainment and Founder of The “2 LIVVV” Project/Tour. In her early twenties she became a lead dancer for Beyoncé, Ne-Yo, BBD, Justin Bieber, Toni Braxton, and Chaka Khan, to name a few.  She has showcased her talent nationally on award shows such as the Grammy’s, Billboard Awards and BET The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show i

Welcome to the Finding Your Forte Show with Host Reggie Hammond with Special Guest Cyril Turner, recently retired President of Delta Global Services (SVP Delta Airlines). Episode Title: "Pinnacle Insights:  Business Performance on Purpose"" In this Episode Reggie engages in a reflective dialogue with Cyril Turner, recently retired President of Delta Global Services.  Valuable "nuggets" will be shared. The opinions expressed during this radio and podcast broadcast are for inspiration, information and motivational purposes. This show is a production of Up2Me Radio and to learn more visit us at www.up2meradio.com