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S4-E-12: The Annual PRIDE Episode
June 09, 2024 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBOn Episode #12 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi is flying solo for this short episode on PRIDE. Tedi shares what PRIDE is, how it all started and why its important (not only in the month of June, but all year round). Included with this episode is a brief history of how the LGBTQ+ movement got started, it's dark history and ways we can all become stronger Allies and supporters of our Queer brothers and sisters. Tedi also shares his frustration with those who only recognize PRIDE...
S4-E-11: Grazing w/Lindsey Coffelt
May 09, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn Episode #11 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Lindsey Coffelt, the Owner of Graze Craze located in Okemos & Shelby Township, MI. Lindsey shares with us how she and her husband, Silas, got into the Graze Craze, opening two stores in Michigan. She shares with us their passion for providing amazing works of art through the Charcuterie Boards (a.k.a. Grazing Boards) and the many other items they offer at their two stores. Tedi provides a brief history of C...
S4-E-10: At the Farmers Market w/Jenny Wagemann
May 01, 2024 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBOn Episode #10 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Jenny Wagemann, Farmers Market & Breadbasket Food Pantry Manager at the Allen Farmers Market, located in Lansing, MI. Jenny shares with us all the amazing things happening at the Allen Farmers Market, including information about their popular Veggie Boxes and the Breadbasket Food Pantry. Tedi provides a brief history of the Allen Farmers Market and Jenny tells us all about the upcoming summer season at the Al...
S4-E-9: Wild Wisdom is Hers w/Shelley Davis-Boyd & Amy Mollitor
April 23, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBOn Episode #9 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Shelley Davis-Boyd, Integrare Collaborative, and Amy Mollitor, Intentional Energy Coaching. Amy and Shelley tell us all about their amazing Podcast Wild Wisdom Her, why they started this and why it's important to them both. Tedi asks Amy what 'Tapping' is and Shelley shares with her strong passion for helping others succeed. Both Amy and Shelley, who are both Certified Life Coaches (CLC), share with us how ...
S4-E-8: It's a 517 Living Kind of Thing Part III
April 09, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBOn Episode #8 of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Sarah Pierce, the Founder & Owner of 517 Living. Tedi and Sarah talk about 517 Living's 10-Year Anniversary and ways this will be celebrated. Sarah provides us with an update on all the changes at 517 Living and what to look for and expect in 2024. Sarah also shares with us the benefits of being part of the 517 Living.com membership directory. Tedi and Sarah talk about using the 517 Living events page to learn what's...
S4-E-7: Earth Day & Climate Change: Why These Matter
March 20, 2024 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi , Tedi welcomes back special guest Elaine Sterrett Isely, Deputy Director of the West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC), located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Elaine talk about Earth Day (April 22, 2024) and how we can become better stewards when it comes to caring for our planet. Elaine provides with great information on what Climate Change is and how we can be part of the solution, and not part of the problem. Another exciting and educa...
S4-E-6: Introducing Mr. Trans Michigan 2024 - Derek Davis
March 07, 2024 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBOn Episode #6 of of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Derek Davis, a Cali Sober Bartender and Postpartum Doula, located in Southeast Michigan. Derek shares with us his journey as a Trans man and why his role as Mr. Trans Michigan 2024 is so important to him and the communities he serves. We learn what a Postpartum Doula is and what they do and that I am considered 'straight edged'. Tedi and Derek talk about their love of Sasha Colby and why so many conservatives are threate...
S4-E-4: A Sweet Encounter w/Nikki Thompson Frazier
March 01, 2024 13:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn Episode #5 of of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Nikki Thompson Frazier, Founder & Owner of Sweet Encounter Bakery & Cafe, which is located in the historic Knapp's Building in downtown Lansing, MI. Tedi and Nikki talk about how the bakery and cafe got started and why it has a strong focus on those with food allergies. Nikki shares with us the amazing treats and more you can get at Sweet Encounter Bakery & Cafe and how they are connected with Hollywood. Nikki provides us...
S4-E-4: Living well with Multiple Sclerosis w/Trevis Gleason
February 23, 2024 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Trevis Gleason, Chef, Published Author & Disability Advocate, located in West Kerry, Ireland. Trevis shares with us his amazing journey around the world and how this provided some incredible lessons for living well. We learn about Trevis's new book Living well with Multiple Sclerosis and where the inspiration for writing this came from. Trevis provides us with some information information on what Multiple Sclerosis is an...
S4-E-3: Life Coaching w/Shelley Davis-Boyd
February 06, 2024 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBOn Episode 3 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest Shelley Davis-Boyd, President of Integrare Collaborative, which is located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Shelley talk about all things Certified Life Coaching, what this is and how it can help us to grow both personally and professionally. Shelley shares with us her style of coaching and why she enjoys helping others to achieve their life goals. Tedi and Shelley discuss the importance of having integrity, bei...
S4-E-2: The Journey of Miss Trans Michigan USA
January 14, 2024 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBOn Episode Two of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest Jamie Ashby, the current reigning Miss Trans Michigan USA, of Lansing, MI. Jamie is back to share with us her journey to the Mr. & Miss Trans USA pageant that took place in November 2023 in Milwaukee, WI. Jamie and Tedi talk about how she (Jamie) discovered her true self and what it took to get where she is today. Tedi shares some alarming statistics and Jamie tells us how we can all be better Allies...
S4-E-1: The Sunday Comics Have Gone Mainstream w/K Lynn Smith
January 01, 2024 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOn Episode One of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes K Lynn Smith, an award-winning artist and writer from Michigan. K Lynn is best known as the writer and artist of the western comic PLUME. Tedi and K Lynn talk about all things comics. Tedi provides a brief history of comics in the U.S. and K Lyn shares with us her journey from aspirations of being an animator to creating, writing and selling her own comic books. K Lynn explains what ComicCons are and why we should atte...
S-3-E-25: Rocking Around the Christmas Tree w/Cindy Whittum
December 06, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBOn the final episode of Season 3 of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes his Co-Host, Cindy Whittum, Recruitment and Internship Specialist, State of Michigan (EGLE), for a candid discussion about the holidays (the good, the bad and the ugly). Tedi and Cindy talk about what they like and dislike about the Christmas holiday, holiday gift giving and the dreaded office holiday party. Cindy shares with us her favorite Christmas song and some tips on how to be a good gift giver. Tedi announces h...
S3-E-24: A Lost Girl and Her Book w/Allison Spooner
December 01, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Allison Spooner, Writer & Creative Warrior, located in Lansing, MI. Allison shares with us all the details about her new book: Lost Girl: A Neverland Story (available now). Tedi and Allison talk about her (Allison's) passion for writing and why/how she started creating stories that bring her characters to life, sometimes in unexpected ways. Allison schools Tedi on what 'Flash Fiction' is and shares with us her upcoming p...
S3-E-23: Coming to America w/Ieva Rutkauskaitė
October 30, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes Ieva Rutkauskaitė (Yeh Va Root-koh-sky'-tea) a 16-year old exchange student from Lithuania who is now living in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Ivea have a fascinating conversation about her (Ivea's) journey to the United States to be an exchange student in Grand Rapids, MI. Ivea shares with us her experiences of coming to America and the differences in her education here and in her home country. Ivea shares with us what she likes most abo...
S3-E-22: Welcome to the Library w/Victoria Meadows
October 18, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes Victoria Meadows, Marketing Director at the Capital Area District Libraries, located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Victoria talk about today's library and the many services available to the public. Victoria shares with us her passion for reading and her love of books and the library. It is clear based on our conversation that this is not your grandfathers library. You can connect with Victoria at: Website: https://www.cadl.org/ Facebo...
S3-E-21: Let Them Eat Cake w/Amy Braganini
October 05, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes Amy Bragagnini a Clinical Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Amy talk about food as we prepare for the upcoming holiday season. Amy shares with us some great tips on how we can enjoy our time during the holiday when it comes to food, without feeling guilty. Tedi and Amy discuss how we can get past 'food fear' and eat what we want by setting our own expectations and not tho...
S3-E-20: Talking Housing w/Jody Washington & Jerry Norris
September 14, 2023 13:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Jody Washington, a strong Community Activist and former City of Lansing Council Woman and Jerry Norris, Primus Inter Paris at The Fledge, both who are located in Lansing, MI. We have a very informative and educational discussion centered on housing, the unhoused and affordable housing. We also discuss inclusive language and how we can all get involved. Jody and Jerry share with us everything we need to know about the ho...
Career Chat Vol. 23: Changing our Business Mindset w/Beth Batts
July 19, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Beth Batts, Founder & Owner of BB Consulting LLC, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Beth talk about all the incredible services Beth and her team offer at BB Consulting. Beth shares with us what Change Management, Gap Analysis and Learning Modalities are and how these can assist a business with different strategies that can help them grow. Beth also shares with us her passion for Neurodiversity and why this is important, hel...
S3-E-19: Getting Inclusively Fit w/Mark Ralko
June 14, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Mark Ralko, Founder, Executive Director & Trainer of Inclusively Fit located in Sterling Heights, MI. Tedi and Mark talk about how he (Mark) came-up with the idea of creating Inclusively Fit and where he hopes to see the organization in the next 5-years. Mark shares with us his passion for fitness and how he uses this to help others. This is one conversation you do not want to miss. You can connect with Mark at: Mark R...
S3-E-18: A Frank Conversation w/Jody Washington
June 01, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Jody Washington, a strong Community Activist and former City of Lansing Council Woman. Tedi and Jody talk about the strong commitment Jody has to serving the Lansing community and why this is so important to her. Jody share with us her views on the housing crisis and ways we can help our homeless population. Jody also tells us about her candidacy for City of Lansing Council and what she stands for and her platform. Jody...
Career Chat Vol. 22: The Many Talents of Caryn Beford
May 26, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Caryn Bedford, Founder & Owner of Caryn Bedford Consulting LLC, located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Caryn talk about the many services and training's Caryn offers through her consulting firm. Caryn also shares with us what DiSC is and how the assessments can help individuals and organizations with their talent needs. You can connect with Caryn at: Caryn Bedford, SPHR, CPC, Founder & Owner Caryn Bedford Consulting, LLC Website: h...
Career Chat Vol. 21: Talking Employment Law w/Kaitlin Brown
May 16, 2023 16:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Kaitlin Brown, Attorney & Shareholder at Maddin Hauser, located in Southfield, MI. Tedi and Kaitlin have a fascinating conversation about employment law, pre-COVID and how the Pandemic has changed the way we work . Kaitlin shares with us why she chose to be an attorney after having a exciting career in film production. Katie provides some great information on what is new in employment law and what we can look forward to. She ...
S3-E-17: Here's to a Healthy YOU! E-4 w/Katlyn Cardosa
May 04, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest Katlyn Cardosa, a Yoga Teacher at Peoples Yoga, located in REO Town, Lansing, MI, as part of the RTWT Here's to a Healthy YOU series. Tedi and Katlyn talk about what yoga is and why it can be beneficial to your mind, body and spirit. Katlyn shares with us her love and passion for yoga that, started as a need to calm anxiety. Katlyn shares with us different ways we can do/start yoga, from our home to the studio. You...
Career Chat Vol. 20: There's no Such Thing as Failure w/Reza Garajedaghi
May 03, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Reza Garajedaghi, the Director of Outreach & Recruitment at Thomas Jefferson School of Law, located in San Diego, CA. Tedi and Reza talk about his (Reza's) fascinating career journey and the many lessons he has learned along the way as an immigrant to the U.S. from Iran. Reza shares with us his love of aviation, including creating two consulting businesses, writing a book he self-published (see below) and how he used the Pandemic...
Career Chat Vol. 19: Talking Workplace Violence w/Dr Tonya Fountain
April 19, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Dr. Tonya Fountain, Founder & CEO of Fountain of Solutions LLC, located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Dr. Fountain have an in-depth and meaningful conversation about Workplace Violence. Dr. Fountain shares with us information about the upcoming Workplace Violence Prevention Forum taking place on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 in Lansing, MI. Tedi provides statistics on Workplace Violence and Dr. Fountain responds to these (providing more inf...
Career Chat Vol. 18: Deep in the HR Trenches w/Lyn Hewitt
April 17, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Lyn Hewitt, Vice-President of Human Resources at Clark Construction Company headquartered in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Lyn talk all things Human Resources (HR). Lyn shares with us how she and Clark Construction Company worked through the Pandemic and what lessons she took from the past three-years. Lyn tell us why having an inclusive and open and welcoming culture at Clark Construction Company is so important. Tedi and Lyn also ta...
S3-E-16: Visiting the Lansing Region w/Bob Trezise
March 31, 2023 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Bob Trezise, President & CEO at the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), located in Lansing, MI. Bob provides us with a recap of what happened in the Lansing region in 2022 and what we can look for in 2023. Tedi and Bob talk about all the great things happening in the Lansing region and take a trip down memory lane. You can connect with Bob at: Bob. Trezise: Website: https://www.purelansing.com/ Facebook: https://...
Career Chat Vol. 17: The Job That Defined Our Career Path
March 29, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes Co-Host Amy Pierce-Danders, Founder of E3 Coaching Studio, located in Grand Rapids, MI to the podcast. Tedi and Amy 'go back in the day' to talk about the first job they had that helped them define their careers and provided lifelong self-management and transferrable skills. Both Amy and Tedi worked at the same place and share how they had parallel experiences that helped shape their career trajectories. This is a great conversation between f...
S3-E-15: Introducing Miss & Mr. Trans Michigan USA
March 15, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests, Jamie Ashby, Miss Trans Michigan USA and Michael Christian, Mr. Trans Michigan USA. Jaime and Michael share their personal stories of being Trans and how they become Miss and Mr Michigan Trans USA. Tedi asks Jamie and Michael to share with us how parents, family, friends and coworkers, can support someone who is Trans and why this is so important, especially for Trans youth. You do not want to miss this eyeopening and ...
S3-E-14: Changing the World, One Container at a Time
March 10, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest, Kendra Schneider, the Founder of Takeout Takeout LLC located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Kendra talk about why Kendra started Takeout Takeout and why her company was founded with creative and innovative ideas to help solve today’s climate crisis. Kendra shares with us how her personal journey has inspired her to find ways she could create a mutually beneficial support system between conscious consumers and restaurants. You...
S3-E-13: A Man & His Red Bike
March 01, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest, Jeremy Hurt, the Founder & Owner of Red Bike Delivery located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Jeremy talk about how he (Jeremy) started Red Bike Delivery and why he is on a mission to change the way we use order/delivery services. Jeremy shares with us his passion for reducing his carbon footprint and future plans for Red Bike Delivery. We also discuss the three Addy Awards that Red Bike Delivery recently won for its hilariou...
S3-E-12: The Real Drag Queen Story Hour
February 21, 2023 20:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBOn this special episode of Real Talk with Tedi , Tedi welcomes back the stunning and absolutely fabulous, Gabriella Stratton Galore, a professional drag entertainer, licensed cosmetologist and make-up artist, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Gabby is Tedi's Co-Host for this episode and has invited her good friends and colleagues DeeDee Chaunte and Jasinya Maria Sanchez to share with us their experiences as professional drag entertainers. This is a no-holds-barred, nothing is off the table, ra...
Career Chat Vol. 16: Workplace Mental Health & Well Being
February 17, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Amy Pierce-Danders welcomes Amanda Chenkin, Founder & Career Strategist at Choice Career Counseling LLC and Anush Hansen, a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Career Counselor at Kennebunk Career & Wellness Counseling to the podcast to discuss the importance of Workplace Mental Health & Well Being. Amy, Amanda & Anush discuss the Surgeon General's public health framework and its five pillars. They also discuss how HR professionals should ensure the...
Career Chat Vol. 15: Code Switching & Gaslighting in the Workplace
February 05, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Kimara Mayberry, Manager of Human Resources at ACCESS, Dearborn, MI. Tedi and Kimara have a fascinating and in-depth conversation about Code Switching and Gaslighting in the workplace. Kimara explains what Gaslighting is and the damage it can cause someone who experiences this. She also shares with us her experience with Code Switching and why so many individuals have to do this to survive and thrive in the workplace. You can c...
S3-E-11: It's a 517 Living Kind of Thing Part II
February 02, 2023 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Sarah Pierce, the Founder of 517 Living. Sarah provides us with an update on all the great things that happened in 2022 along with what to look for in 2023 here in the Lansing region. Sarah also shares with us the benefits of being part of the 517 Living.com membership directory. Tedi and Sarah talk about all the great things happening in and around Lansing and how others can get connected. You can learn more abou...
Career Chat Vol. 14: Assistive Technology in the Workplace
January 19, 2023 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Kellie Blackwell, Michigan Assistive Technology Program Co-Director at the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC). Tedi and Kellie talk about what Assistive Technology (AT) is and how it can greatly benefit those using AT and the organizations who understand its importance. Kellie shares with us what we need to know when adding AT to our organizations and how MDRC can assist businesses to better understand the need for AT and...
Career Chat Vol. 13: Why Inclusion Matters in the Workplace
January 06, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Tedi welcomes special guest Tiffany DeMyers, Founder & Principal of OWE Consulting LLC, located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Tiffany have a great discussion on the importance of having a strong culture of inclusion in the workplace and how we can make this happen. Tiffany shares with us some of the 'red flags' and pitfalls to avoid when creating a DEI program/strategy and why working with an outside professional consultant can be beneficial to the overall succes...
S3-E-10: Let's Talk Hunger w/Jerry Norris
January 04, 2023 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Jerry Norris, Primus Inter Paris at The Fledge, located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Jerry discuss what it means to be hungry (food insecure), and what a 'food desert' is . Jerry shares with us ways we can address food insecurities and the impact being hungry is having on our youth. Jerry also provides us with an update on the continued great work of The Fledge and The People's Council and what they are doing here in t...
RT-E-9: Surviving the Holidays
December 16, 2022 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBOn our final episode of 2023 on Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back Chaka Holley, Founder & CEO & Psychotherapist of A New Day Master Works Consulting, located in Chicago, IL. Tedi and Chaka talk about the anxiety and trauma that can be present during the holidays. Chaka shares with us ways we can handle the stress of having to deal with family, coworkers and friends. Tedi and Chaka talk about creating new traditions when the old ones may cause you to have to confront past trauma. C...
RT-E-8: The Call is Coming From Inside the House
December 13, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Author Rod Sadler, located in Lansing, MI. Tedi and Rod talk all things true crime. Rod shares with us about his long history in law enforcement and how/why he became an author of stories that focus on Michigan crimes. Tedi and Rod have a fascinating discussion on why we are so obsessed with serial killers and Rod shares with us information about the books he has written and had published. If you are a true crime buff, t...
Career Chat Vol. 12: The Power of Career Coaching
December 11, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBOn this episode of Career Chat, Amy welcomes two special guests: Dawn Carbines of Pivot Strategic Services and Martha Boks of Movement by Martha, both located in Grand Rapids, MI. Amy, Dawn and Martha chat about “What is Career Coaching”, “What are the benefits of Career Coaching” and “How can Career Coaching change the trajectory of someone’s career?”. Dawn and Martha are both clients of Amy’s at E³ Coaching Studio, who share their personal coaching journeys. If you have ever thought o...
RT-E-7: Here's to a Healthy You - Part 3
December 08, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes Amy Bragagnini an Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Tedi and Amy talk all things weight-loss and that dreaded 'D' word "Diet". Amy shares with us some great tips and resources on how we can maintain our weight and how to avoid those 'quick-fix' or fad diet scams. We also discuss how we can create a healthy relationship with food, is sugar really the enemy, good fat vs bad fat and m...
RT-E-6: What's Your Love Language?
November 30, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes back Chaka Holley, Founder & CEO & Psychotherapist of A New Day Master Works Consulting, located in Chicago, IL. Tedi and Chaka talk about Love Languages, what these are and how you can discover your own. Chaka shares with us the Five (5) original Love Languages and what each one of these mean. Tedi and Chaka share what their Love Languages are. And, Chaka gets Tedi onboard with the whole concept of Love Languages and why they can b...
RT-E-5: Thanksgiving Special: And We Give Thanks!
November 23, 2022 16:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MBOn this special Thanksgiving episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi is flying solo. He shares what gratitude is and why we should be thankful (not just during the Thanksgiving holiday), but each and every day. Tedi also shares with us what others are thankful for. From our family to yours: "Wishing you a safe, healthy and very Happy Thanksgiving". You can connect with Tedi at: Website: https://teditalks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realtalktedi Instagram: https://www.insta...
Career Chat Vol. 11: Career Chat: Kitchen Table Talks
November 16, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this episode of RTWT Career Chat, Tedi welcomes co-hosts Carrie Rosingana, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Cindy Whittum, State of Michigan, Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO), and Amy Pierce-Danders, E3 Coaching Studio, to have a frank and open discussion about the 'F' word, those morning mirror chats and the best career advice ever received. Today's discussion is just the crew talking about their own career journeys and much more. You can connect with Carrie, Cindy & Amy at: Carrie Ros...
Career Chat Vol. 10 - Leveraging the Positive Aspects of Generational Differences in the Workplace
November 01, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBOn this episode of RTWT Career Chat, Co-Host Cindy Whittum welcomes Ethan Tanis, Assistant Director of Career Services at Davenport University in Grand Rapids, MI to the podcast. Cindy and Ethan have a fascinating conversation centered on the generational differences that are present in today's workplace. Cindy shares with us why she and Ethan have a special working relationship that crosses the generational boundaries. They also talk about how personality tests can serve an organization ...
Career Chat Vol. 9 - Unveiling the Imposter Syndrome Gremlins
October 24, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBOn this episode of RTWT Career Chat, Amy Pierce-Danders welcomes Marcia Wall, Career Success Coach at MW Career Services and Amanda Chenkin, Founder & Career Strategist at Career Choice Counseling LLC to the podcast to discuss what Imposter Syndrome really is and how this can impact our personal and professional lives. Amy asks Marcia and Amanda to share their personal history with Imposter Syndrome and why we need to be careful not to let the 'gremlins' take control of us and our work. ...
RT-E-4: Here's to a Healthy You - Part 2
October 17, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes Maggie Boumis, a Hairstylist at the Douglas J Salon & Spa located in Okemos, MI. Tedi and Maggie talk all things hair! Tedi asks Maggie to share with us what we need to know when visiting the salon and why it's important to know in advance what you want/need from your stylist. Maggie gives us the inside scoop on working in a hair salon for over 24-years and why the Douglas J Salon & Spa has a sterling (50+ years reputation). You can...
RT-E-: Here's to a Healthy You - Part 2
October 17, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn this episode of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes Maggie Boumis, a Hairstylist at the Douglas J Salon & Spa located in Okemos, MI. Tedi and Maggie talk all things hair! Tedi asks Maggie to share with us what we need to know when visiting the salon and why it's important to know in advance what you want/need from your stylist. Maggie gives us the inside scoop on working in a hair salon for over 24-years and why the Douglas J Salon & Spa has a sterling (50+ years reputation). You can...