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Welcome back to the final episode of the Not your Average BS podcast! On today's episode we talk about our new jobs, moving to Washington, DC, and what comes next for us.  Brendi & I will be starting our own new shows in an effort to explore our own interest while always remaining best friends.  We have loved creating this show every week and hope to have your support in our future projects  The Catalyst Co Keep up with us on Instagram 

Happy Thursday! Bonus episode for you to celebrate Earth Day. Remember, we need a million people in this movement doing things imperfectly rather than trying to get it all perfect!

Happy Monday! In today's episode, Brendi sits down with Nick Courmon, a spoken word artist, workshop facilitator, and motivational speaker. Nick talks about how he grew to love poetry, intersectionality, and the Civil Rights Movement, sharing and learning Black History, and going viral and gaining a TikTok following of 88k+. Nick uses his passion and poetry to teach African American History, address a myriad of social issues, and advocate for mental health awareness. Appetizer: At the Dark End of the Street Keep up with Nick: Website, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday friends! Today you have just Shannon the mic to chat all things health and sustainability with Cassidy Putney! Cassidy Putney wears multiple hats including being an entrepreneur in the sustainability industry, serving as the lead instructor at CycleBar Matthews, boxing trainer at 9Rounds Mint Hill, dog mom, daughter, finance and so much more.  In today's episode, Cassidy and I touch on a lot of things from taking charge of your health to taking one step at a time towards a more sustainable lifestyle. As the title reads, Cassidy opens up about her journey to recognizing that we are all just working in progress living our own human experience.  I hope more than anything you all gain from this episode that we are allowed to be passionate about many different areas of life and to run with those passions as long as you can! Cassidy holds a bachelor’s degree in public policy and environmental sustainability from Rochester Institute of Technology. She co-founded (in 2015) and served as the Director of Sustainability for Impact Earth until 2020. She designed Impact Earth’s first education-based program for k-12 schools in 2017, created Impact Earth Composting in 2018, and led the team to work on consulting contracts with municipalities and corporate organizations alike. Cassidy currently consults with Impact Earth on a project basis and is still a part-owner of the Rochester-based company. Cassidy's Instagram  Green Hows Consulting Website Green How's Consulting Instagram Impact Earth

Happy Monday! We know we've been gone for a few weeks, but we're back. Tune in to today's episode to find out where we have been, how we're feeling about graduation right around the corner, and how we have navigated and dealt with burnout. Appetizer: Vitamin-D (go outside!!) & Headspace Burnout Resources: https://www.verywellmind.com/stress-and-burnout-symptoms-and-causes-3144516 https://www.npr.org/2021/03/08/974787023/burnout-isnt-just-exhaustion-heres-how-to-deal-with-it https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/burnout-recovery#signs Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Welcome back to another Monday with us! This week, we sit down to talk with Deborah Woolard, who is the founder of Block Love CLT and motivational speaker. Block Love CLT is our organization pick for Black History Month and we talk about how Deborah came to found it, why you should ask a community what they need instead of assuming, and the importance of helping our houseless neighbors. You can support Block Love CLT by making a donation on their website here, or by donating to the Amazon Wishlist here. Be sure to send us a screenshot or DM of your donation so we can match it! Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday and welcome back to another episode of NYABS!  Today we sit down with Candace Chambers, a current Ph.D. Student at UNC Charlotte! Chambers has an impressive list of accomplishments including self-publishing her own book, being named a 30 under 30 literacy leader internationally, and serving as a composition instructor for those who are incarcerated.  In today's episode, we break down the impact of literacy in communities across the country as well as how to turn your vision into reality through utilizing tools like Youtube. Candace comes from a family of educators, so it is no surprise that she herself has landed in the field. But Candace is utilizing a digital strategy to cast a wider net to those who need it most.  Let us know how you like today's episode! Buy Candace's Book Candace Chambers Instagram Educational Writing Services LLC Candace's Personal Website  Candace Chambers Youtube ALSO: In honor of Black History Month, we are partnering with a local Black-Founded Charlotte non-profit that's mission is to provide restoration and resources to those facing hardship in the community. Each time you donate or purchase an item off the amazon wish list, we will match it! Block Love CLT Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday friends! Welcome to another episode of the podcast, we're so happy you pressed play. We sat down with Bahama's native, Natajia Miller to talk all things anti-racism.  Natajia Miller is the Founder of Mind Fro Travel, a company dedicated to dismantling racism in all areas. Natajia works with corporations and entrepreneurs through virtual or in-person speaking engagements, workshops, and coaching sessions to break down media stereotypes and misconceptions about race.  When she's no on her quest to a Nobel Peace Prize, Natajia helps run her family business which includes taking tourist to see the infamous swimming pigs of the Bahama's. Sit back and prepared to be amazed the Natajia's accomplishments only to realize, she hasn't even reached her peak! ALSO: In honor of Black History Month, we are partnering with a local Black-Founded Charlotte non-profit that's mission is to provide restoration and resources to those facing hardship in the community. Each time you donate or purchase an item off the amazon wish list, we will match it! Block Love CLT Natajia Miller's website to book a session or explore other options Natajia's Youtube  Natajia's Facebook Natajia's Instagram Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday and Happy Black History Month! Today we had Satoria Ray on the podcast. Ray is an 8th-grade social studies teacher in Dallas, Texas where she lives with her 30+ house plants. Her life revolves around inspiring young minds to channel their anger into action and volunteering in her local community. When she's not in the classroom you can find her travelling the world, helping others, and having uncomfortable conversations with her friends. We hope today's conversation leads you to see different ways you can enact change in your own local community.  In honor of Black History Month, we are partnering with a local Black-Founded Charlotte non-profit that's mission is to provide restoration and resources to those facing hardship in the community. Each time you donate or purchase an item off the amazon wish list, we will match it!  Block Love CLT Satoria's Instagram

Happy Monday! Today, Brendi sits down to speak with Rick Hart, a Morehouse College junior and political campaign veteran to talk all about getting involved with politics and campaigns, how GenZers are an asset in the digital age, the power of networking, and what you can do to get involved. From knocking on doors for the Stacey Abrams gubernatorial campaign to most recently serving as the Youth Vote Director on the historic campaign and election of Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia, this conversation will leave you feeling motivated and inspired on where our future is headed. Appetizer: Lumosity & Audible Keep Up with Rick: Instagram, Twitter Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Welcome to another episode of NYABS!  Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here are some resources on how to mindfully honor and celebrate his Birthday  Today we chat with Courtney Cole, a young news reporter based in Charlotte, North Carolina at WBTV!  Courtney shares with us the inside scoop on what it is like to be a reporter in today's age and her experience as a one-woman show covering topics ranging from the current global pandemic to the protest this past summer on racial injustice. She also gives us insight as to how to hold co-workers accountable, the power of networking, and how to mindfully consume media during a polarizing time.  Appetizer: Girl, Do Better podcast  Courtney Cole's Instagram  Watch Courtney on WBTV Charlotte here  Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Welcome to 2021 and another episode of NYABS!  Today we chat all about what we learned in 2020 and the goals we're setting for ourselves in the New Year! We chat about investing, health & wellness routines, and more adventure.  Appetizer: Robinhood Investing app Pixar Soul movie  Other resources we talked about  Mike Peele Fitness Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday! Welcome to our final episode of 2020. Today we have Laura Smith, a fellow podcaster and emerging activist to speak about educational equity and structural racism. Laura talks about coming from the UK to the US, being involved in the organization Action for Education Equity within the most segregated school district in the country (Rochester City School District), and working towards anti-racism. Appetizer: Anti-Racist Baby Mentioned: NYCLU Youth Activism, Danielle Ponder, Daniel Prude Protests, EdBuild Report on Segregated School Districts Keep Up with Laura: Action for Education Equity FB, Action for Education Equity IG, Laura's Podcast, Laura's IG, Laura's Craft Business

Happy Monday and welcome BACK to another episode of NYABS!  Today we kick off our small business series with the owner of Beaded Collective, Riley Bratton! Riley started this business on a family vacation when she wanted to create affordable jewelry that was also aesthetically pleasing. Since then, she's grown her business online through social media and Etsy!  Riley is the epitome of when you put your mind to something, you can accomplish it. Her passion for small business and giving back to cause like breast cancer shine through in today's episode and we hope you'll consider supporting her!  Use code NYABS10 at checkout for 10% off your order today! Beaded Collective Instagram Beaded Collective Etsy Riley Bratton Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday! Press play as we give you all the updates about how we're feeling post-election and pre-holiday season! Today we're breaking down how to get involved, what we want for Christmas, and how to set boundaries around holiday gift-giving!  Volunteer for Ossoff/Warnock campaigns: Phone Banking, Write Postcards, Other Options Our Christmas Wishlist  Puff Jacket  Levi's Trucker Sherpa Jacket Girlfriend Collective  Small Businesses We Love New Secrets Tea: Website, Instagram Stella and Haas: Website, Instagram Mae Nicole Candles: Website, Instagram Beaded Collective: Website, Instagram, 

Happy Monday! Today we sat down with a lifelong friend, Latrice Johnson. In this episode, Latrice shares her road to medical school at Howard University in Washington, DC. She talks about her passion for keeping Black families together through combatting health disparities such as diabetes and heart disease. In addition to that, she shares her faith and constant reliance on God with us.  We know the world is crazy, but people like Latrice are fighting the good fight, we hope you will be inspired to as well.  Latrice's personal Instagram Latrice's journey to medical school Instagram Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Happy Monday you all! In this week's episode, we chat with NC Democratic Candidate running for Commissioner of Agriculture, Jenna Wadsworth!  Jenna is a proud LGBTQ+ woman who is running to change the face of NC farming. In today's episode, she shares her plan to make North Carolina great by focusing on addressing issues of climate change and the mental health of NC's farmers. In addition to that she shares what it was liking growing up on a farm in eastern, NC as well as how her campaign has utilized social media to reach voters! Be sure to vote in your local, state, and national elections on November 3rd! Jenna's Website Jenna's Instagram Jenna's Tik Tok Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

HELLO, SEASON TWO with Brendi & Shannon! Today we had Aria Maslow on the podcast. Aria shares her journey of battling breast cancer at 29 years old, how she became a registered dietician & Cyclebar instructor, and how to live with true intention even through difficult times. In this episode, we hope you learn the value of health and wellness and how to prioritize it with minimal accessibility. In addition to that, please be sure to start self-exams as early as possible and be your own health advocate!  Appetizer  Start with Why  Aria's Social Media  Personal Instagram Nutrition Instagram Take a Cyclebar class with Aria  Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Welcome back to another Monday with us! Today's episode will be the last of Season 1. Today we're recapping what the past 8 months of podcasting have looked like, why we decided to move to different seasons, and what Season 2 will have in store. Season 2 will be all about activism and advocacy. We want to talk about issues that encompass the Black Lives Matter movement, health policy and advocacy, homelessness, and more. We are excited to bring on more guests, not only those who are traditional activists and professionals, but also everyday people who are making a change in the communities they are apart of. We have loved recording each week with each other and putting out content for you all, but it is time to switch up and prepare for something even better! Season 2 is coming soon but until then, be sure to keep up with us on social media: Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram or join our new Facebook group! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com

Welcome back to another episode with Brendi & Shannon! Today, we’re updating you all on our transition back to school and Charlotte. Brendi also shares her perspective as a childhood cancer survivor, what it was like to be diagnosed as a teenager, and what’s most important to know about September which is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Resources Isabella Santos Foundation, St. Baldrick's, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation JOIN OUR 5K TEAM: https://raceroster.com/events/2020/30668/5k-for-kids-cancer/pledge/team/264428 Episode ideas, comments, or thoughts? Catch up with us on Instagram or join our new Facebook group! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Business inquiries: notyouravgbs@gmail.com