Bedtalks

"Even with good communication, a relationship may not work." In this week's Bedtalks podcast, we speak with Break up Coach, Natalia Juarez. I like this quote because we are often told if you have good communication with someone you have a chance to make the relationship work. Here's the truth of the matter. Even with great communication, it doesn't guarantee you and the other person in your relationship are meant to be together. K & I explore this topic with Natalia Juarez a nationally recognized Break up Coach. We discuss the following: -How do you know if you should stay or leave a relationship? -How does your attachment style affect how you connect/disconnect from a relationship? -Compatibility based dating and how this can shift the relationships you choose -How time + action heals wounds -The danger of the one-sided relationship Listen in and let me know what you think.  Please also remember to subscribe to future episodes of Bedtalks on the Anchor App, Itunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and many

"Iron sharpens iron," is a commonly known phrase. But, often when the sharpening happens between two people in a relationship, inevitably one party may feel like ending or exiting the relationship. The hard truth about relationships is that when two people come together with their own individual standards, it can be difficult to learn how to bring those standards together to create a long-lasting partnership. When a relationship is highly weighted on one individual versus the couple collectively, this imbalance can create some significant challenges in the relationship in the long term. However, when you know what is likely to happen and how you can navigate these things proactively, you can shift your perspective and learn how to embrace and work through these moments. The hard truth about relationships is a lot of inner work has to happen in order for you to be steady in a relationship. Without doing this inner work, it's likely you will experience similar cycles following you in your other relationships. T

Hi Y'All- We're thrilled to be talking to Danai Maraire. Danai is a well-respected couples coach. She works with everyday couples like you and me as well as celebrity clients too. Denai feels her calling to help others navigate their relationships is tied to the meaning of her name. Her name means "to love each other." Many are running from love while trying to find it at the same time. At the same time, others tend to self-sabotage their relationships. Fear around surrendering to vulnerability, while not recognizing the possibility for love stops many from the journey to connect with another person in a meaningful way.  While a lack of trust, fear of being open, and a belief system that vulnerability is a weakness are the culprits, there are ways to flip these so that you shift your relationship trajectory. On the other side of learning how to navigate and explore these feelings are true connection and intimacy when you are in the right relationship. Danai, myself, and K explore this during this bedtalk

Hey Everyone- We're back with another podcast talking about the importance of human connection. While we have even more ways to connect with others, strangely with access to all of these avenues to connect, many of us are still left looking and craving connection. Thomas Knox is trying to change the way you relate to others, one person at a time. Thomas is known as the "The Connection Curator." He set up a sign in the subway in NYC that stated, "Date while you wait," to get people talking to another. Through these experiences of talking to others, Thomas has learned a lot about others and realized that our differences don't mean we aren't relatable. Thomas is leading a social initiative to get people back to talking to one another and having real face-to-face conversations. He shares his experiences, which will surprise you about what's on everyone's mind. Listen in here and let me know what you think. Please remember to subscribe so you can listen to future episodes of Bedtalks on the Anchor App, iTunes, Goo

Hey Everyone- We're back with a new episode of Bedtalks. We know it's been a while, but we went on a brief hiatus to take some time to reconnect with each other while also pulling together new content for you on our podcast show. Up first is Ms. Toni Ann Craft of the Friends with Rings Network. Toni has built the only multi-cultural and inclusive community of couples who are engaged or married and are looking to build healthy and sustainable relationships. They often say it takes a village to build a family. But, it also takes a village of support to become a better spouse and navigate marriage. Friends with Rings Network hosts various events to help support engaged and married couples. This network hosts virtual events and discussions, discounted marital coaching and counseling services, an expanded network of married and engaged couples, and interactive workshops to help couples stay connected and further strengthen their relationships. It takes a village, to learn what works, along with what is effective/i

Meet Kimesha Janey, better know on social media as Meesh, the financial expert. You may be wondering why we are interviewing a credit and financial expert on Bedtalks. It's because money has a strong intersection with the quality of your relationship. There are three primary reasons for divorce or the ending of what may have appeared to be a solid relationship, with finances coming out consistently in the top three reasons a relationship fails!  Meesh is here to break it down for us! And she is going even deeper with her discussion to show you the value of credit, leveraging it, obtaining business credit and the watchout signs for you and your partner as it relates to your finances. Also, Meesh shares some historic news during this podcast, so stay tuned in where Meesh shares something that hasn't ever happened historically for her hometown city. Tune in and let us know what you think.  Until next time,  XoXo

Discussing sex & intimacy is often viewed as being taboo. But, it shouldn't be. Here is where Cain the Joy Coach enters the room. As a Sex and Intimacy Expert, Cain is not afraid to discuss any topic related to sex and intimacy, because her viewpoint is the more we become educated around sex and intimacy, the more informed we can be about our decisions, and understanding of this maybe not so taboo topic. Listen in as we explore various topics related to sex & intimacy during this bedtalks podcast. If there are topics you would like to hear in the future, send a message and let us know. Until next time,  XoXo

Brian Keith Harris isn’t your ordinary teacher. What makes him extraordinary is how he is using education along with the arts to help expand the way his students think differently about who they are and what they can achieve in their life. Brian understands the importance of artistic expression. And he has a unique way of relating and reaching his students using the arts to compliment the way he teaches them. With a passion for helping kids who may face unique challenges, he has found a way to help kids tap into their emotions in unique ways, and foster their talents and skillsets. Whether you are a parent, teacher, or someone who is looking to find your path, you will not leave this podcast discussion with Brian unimpressed. Listen in and let us know what you think. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast! Until next time, XoXo

Meet Dr. Preston Allison. Hang on for some intense and thought-provoking lessons about your relationships. In only a way that he can, Dr. Allison breaks down relationship traumas, what being together truly means, newlywed hurdles and so so much more. Tune in and let us know what you think. And remember to subscribe to future episodes of Bedtalks on the Anchor App, iTunes, Google Podcast, and Spotify. Until next time, XoXo

Hi Y’All- Welcome back to an all-new episode of Bedtalks. Meet Dr. Nina Ellis-Harvey! She is a highly accomplished Mental Health Therapist. While she has many accolades and achievements, there is more to Nina that meets the eye. She also feels like the girl next door because of her authenticity, relatability, and humility. I promise you will enjoy this podcast as we discuss weight transformation, managing your mental health, and communication techniques to help strengthen your relationship with your significant other. We discuss some bonus topics too! Some of the highlights of our interview include: Mark 1:45 – Learn more about Dr. Nina Ellis-Hervey. Mark 7:13 – Dr. Nina shares her weight transformation story. Mark 12:30 – How do you stay aspirational, but also enjoy the journey along the way? Mark 13:21 – We discuss the mental health challenges many of you may be feeling right now. Mark 16:45 – Dr. Nina shares best practices to help your partner feel and stay connected to you as you make life transformations

We recorded this podcast close to the end of last year. Meet Dr. Pervis Taylor, a Celebrity Coach, whose mantra to you is "Be Amazing!" Dr. Taylor doesn't just preach about this mantra to others, but breaks down why when you allow trauma to become your identity this is surviving and thriving. He teaches how to surthrive instead. Dr. Taylor has been a Coaching and Wellness Advocate for over 10 years. Celebrities seek him out and he has a special affinity for men to learn how to channel their anger and indifference in a healthy way. Some of the highlights of this interview include: Mark 2:20 - Meet Dr. Taylor Mark 3:15 - How to Not Allow Trauma to Become Your Identity Mark 4:47 What is the difference between anger and indifference? And Why We Often Feel More Comfortable with Expressing Anger? Mark 8:15 - The Importance of Introspection and Mental Health Management Mark 12:40 - Why Being the Victim is Romanticized Mark 16:25 - How to Empower Yourself and Break Free of Self-Limiting Beliefs Mark 19:30 - Why Suc

Managing Life's Changes can be difficult. Here is where Nicole Richmond of Making A Stylish Exit can help you out. Nicole has the perfect story of survival and resilience to help you think about taking that leap of faith to the next thing but are feeling stuck or in paralysis analysis. You made it through. You are here. 2020 likely brought you some significant growth personally, spiritually, and mentally. What started as a quiet year went in a completely different direction with a pandemic, political upheaval, strong racial tensions, increased violence, and so much more. Some of you may have lost loved ones due to COVID or natural causes. Some of you may have had to carve out a new career path. Others may have found the last year to be a reboot of sorts to clarify what matters in life. The Ups and Downs of 2020 Personally, 2020 was the highest of highs and the lowest of lows for me. I married my husband in a perfectly intimate COVID ceremony. But, I also lost one of my favorite uncles and my mother, whose imp

We interviewing the wonderful Anita Rao of NPR. Anita is no shrinking violet. As the host of the NPR show, Embodied, Anita challenges our perspectives and understanding on various topics related to Sex and Intimacy. Anita is also the Managing Editor and regular host for the “The State of Things.” She is passionate about sharing stories of those who are doing the very difficult work of creating change in their communities which helps to shape change in the world.  During K & I’s podcast discussion with Anita Rao, listen in as we discuss the following:  Tune in at Mark 1:52 to learn more about Anita Rao •Tune in at Mark 4:05 as we discuss Why It’s Important to normalize talking about sex  Tune in at Mark 6:43 as Anita discusses how her parents Hindu background shaped their views about sex  Tune in at Mark 10:24 to learn Why there is a perception that sex is taboo •Tune in at Mark 16:43 to understand more about Sex shaming and why it’s important to shift this paradigm  Tune in

Have you ever had an vice? Mine was getting everything checked off of my checklist each day until I realized that it was an impossible and exhaustive task. Vitale Buford, our guest on this podcast, had a vice too. Hers was perfectionism. Perfectionism was such a vice for her that she went to all means to maintain a perfect front. Vitale shares tips to help you, if you struggle with perfectionism. Perfectionism can be emotionally and physically draining. And this is what Vitale learned in the hardest way. She talks about overcoming her perfectionism before it cost her everything and the sobriety she has gained when she learned to let go of perfection. Listen in and walk away with some techniques to help you overcome perfectionism and some simple ways to allow yourself to learn to go with the flow. Share with me your vices and what you have done to overcome them. You never know who your story will inspire. Please also remember to subscribe to future episode of Bedtalks on the Anchor app, iTunes, Google Podcasts

Hey Y'all-  We're back with another podcast show, "Love Smarter, Not Harder!" Often we overcomplicate love. But we have more than enough anecdotal information, data, and examples of what works and doesn't work with finding and cultivating love in our relationships. Dory and Betina of Learn2Love Media are passionate about helping you learn to love smarter not harder in your relationships. This interview is jam-packed with helpful relationship tips and strategies.  Yes, healthy, long-lasting relationships require being intentional and pragmatic too! But sometimes we go in to hard and negate doing the simple things to help your relationship thrive. Here are a couple of nuggets that you can use to help your relationship right NOW: What did I learn recently as a newlywed from my husband about the importance of receiving and not disrupting his routine? Tune in at the 5:38 mark to learn more Bad communication is better than no communication - Tune in to the 8:53 mark to learn more and how to shift from

Meet the Curly Coopers. They are a family modeling what love and spirituality looks like when it is coupled in a relationship while raising a family. They have a strong bond which has been forged by putting God and family first. They share what has helped them to have a successful relationship along with what they feel is critical to raising healthy and loving kids. Listen in and please remember to subscribe to future episodes of the Bedtalks Podcast on the Anchor app, ITunes, Google Podcast and Spotify. Until next time, XoXo

Dr. Abby Lev sits down with K and I to discuss some of the biggest challenges Covid is causing in relationships. We also discuss solutions to help you whether you are single or in a relationship to help you navigate your relationship in this new norm. Listen in and please remember to subscribe to future episodes of Bedtalks on the Anchor App, ITunes, Google, and Spotify. Until next time, XoXo

Everyone has a story. Why should you tune into this podcast? There is likely a story at some point that resonated with you. It's important that there is an opportunity for your story to be told by someone who looks like you, has gone through similar experiences, and can authentically tell your story. And this is why Jade Seaberry's company, Diversetoons, is so important for everyone. Diversetoons gives voices to animators who come from diverse backgrounds to mirror the world as we know it, so the stories created about people of color are authentic, honest, and real. Jade has made it her mission to help diversify the animators and storytellers, capturing the images, voices, and real-life mannerisms so that you see a reflection of you in animated stories. She understands that much like the world we live in, storytellers and creatives should represent the voices they are presenting to the world. Listen in to this podcast to learn more about Diversetoons, a novel company, and a brave woman who shows that while ba

Meet the McClure Family. You may be familiar with Ava and Alexis, the popular and lovable McClure Twins or their adorable brother, Jersey. They were named in the Forbes Top 10 Kid Influencer list. But this family is much more than that. They share their journeys of love, growth, and triumphs. K & I had a chance to have a sit-down discussion with their parents, Ami and Justin McClure, and we talk about everything from raising kids, how they met, and fell in love with one another and how they approach parenting and entrepreneurship. This family has helped to model what a healthy relationship looks like and also teach some invaluable parenting and relationship lessons. Listen in to this Bedtalks episode, and don't forget to subscribe to future Bedtalks Podcasts on the Anchor App, iTunes, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Until next time, XoXo

"Struggle allows us to grow." This is one of many of Ann's mottos for living an enriched life. Ann Bernard, the founder of #365 Firsts Challenges is an Author, Coach, Speaker, and Podcaster. Ann, a veteran, CEO, is all about inspiring us to get outside of our comfort zone. She founded the initiative #365 First. While you may have a bucket list, Ann has created an initiative that helps others to live for today. Faith, effort, and tenacity have helped her to grow personally and help many others do the same. She shares her journey of hitting rock bottom and how she has come out on top. If you are trying to overcome your fears of doing something you have been putting off, or if you are feeling like your situation is helpless or just looking for some motivation, this podcast is for you. Learn how you can hack the process of going from the bottom to the top. Listen in and please remember to subscribe to future episodes of Bedtalks on the Anchor App, iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify. Until next time, XoXo.