Salóme Syrie joins us this week to share her story of growing up in Denver, CO, and her experiences of adjusting to life and maturing while finding her true self in college in Las Vegas, NV.

Salóme also discusses lessons learned through therapy, overcoming a divorce, changing career paths to become a nurse, advice she would give her younger self, and what trusting the process means to her.

Episode 062: Take Up Space (feat. Salóme Syrie)

This week, Derrick Standifer joins us to share his story of growing up in a single parent household in Atlanta, Georgia, graduating as the salutatorian of his high school class, and why he chose to attend FAMU.  

Derrick also shares his experiences of flunking out of FAMU and having to go back home, coping with the loss of both of his parents, reenrolling into FAMU, the process of turning his pain into power, and much more.

Episode 064: Pain to Power (feat. Derrick Standifer)

This week, Allanté Witmore joins us to share her story of growing up in a single parent household in Detroit, MI, her transition to college from Detroit to North Carolina A&T, and her experiences juggling being a student-athlete and engineering major.

Allanté also shares how she became interested in grad school, what she learned from a traumatizing experience in grad school, how she healed from her grad school experience, her motivation for creating blk in grad school, and why she chose to pursue a PhD.

Episode 065: Do the Work (feat. Allanté Whitmore)

Nalani KelleyMarsh joins us this week to share her story of growing up in Malibu, California and Denver, Colorado, being adopted by her high school principal, and why she chose to attend FAMU.

We also discuss drug addiction, homelessness, adoption, and what it means to pursue excellence and trust the process.

Episode 066: Excellence (feat. Nalani KelleyMarsh)

Jasmine Williams joins us this week to share her story of growing up in Maryland, transitioning to North Carolina to attend High Point University, and unexpectedly losing a sibling during college.⁣⁣⁣
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Jasmine also discusses how grieving motivated her to finish school, her experience transitioning into her career post-graduation, getting laid off from that job, the process of becoming an entrepreneur, and much more.⁣⁣⁣

Episode 067: Give Yourself Grace (feat. Jasmine C. Williams)

Dr. Russell Ledet joins us this week to share his story of growing up in a single parent household in Lake Charles, LA, why he enlisted into the Navy, and what led him to attend Southern University, and NYU for his PhD.

Dr. Ledet also shares his journey from security guard to med student, gaining confidence in his academic abilities, why representation matters, and much more.

Episode 068: Sky’s the Limit (feat. Russell Ledet, Ph.D.)

Episode 069: Embrace Change (feat. Dee Dee Williams)

This week Coach Diamond Weaver joins us to share his story of growing up in Sacramento, California, navigating gang violence, and transitioning to Mobile, Alabama.

Coach Weaver also shares his experiences playing high school football in in Mobile, Alabama, what led him to play JUCO football, how he got into coaching, and so much more!

Episode 070: Marathon (feat. Coach Diamond Weaver)

Brad Butler II is the CEO and founder of Brad Butler II & Associates, LLC. Brad is an athlete turned student success and retention specialist. A multi award winning motivational speaker, author, and educational consultant. He helps educators and coaches increase the graduation rate for students and athletes, using research-based strategies, components of SEL and life experiences. His purpose in life is to motivate, inspire, and empower people all around the world to live their dreams and put forth their best effort in everything they do. Brad, known to his friends as B-Rad, holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Kean University despite being placed in special education classes as a child for 10 years. He has spent the last 5 years traveling from school to school presenting for students, athletes, educators, and staff across the nation. Providing in person or virtual presentations, professional development workshops, and coaching mentees on public speaking. Brad’s goal is to help others become the best versions of themselves and encourage everyone to take full advantage of their opportunities. living by his motto:

“Make your next day your best day."

Episode 071: Work Ethic (feat. Brad Butler II)

Born in a Fire Station, placed in foster care at age 5, and adopted at age 16, Javonne Steward joins us this week to share her story of growing up in Chicago, IL. 

Javonne also shares the lessons she has learned from her 7 mothers, what she has learned about herself throughout different phases of her life, and how she has created the No Excuse Today mantra.

Episode 072: No Excuse Today (feat. Javonne Steward)

Maurice Allen joins us to share his story of growing up in Pine Hills, FL, his experiences of being a 5 sport athlete in high school, his journey to FAMU, and how getting kicked out of Chiropractic school led to him becoming a World Long Drive competitor.

Maurice also shares why he believes winning is a spiritual journey, why it's important to be yourself, what it means to trust the process, and much more.

Episode 073: Perfect Moments (feat. Maurice Allen)

Author of the book, A Life of Wins and Losses, Latear Eason joins us to share her story of growing up in Chicago, IL and falling in love with the game of basketball. 

Latear also shares why she chose to attend LSU, how she overcame multiple injuries throughout college, her experience battling Guillain-Barré syndrome, her transition into coaching, and much more.

Episode 074: Keep Fighting (feat. Latear Eason)

Author of the book, Winners Win, Taneka Rubin joins us to share her story of growing up in Sierra Vista, AZ while her father was in the military. 

Taneka also shares why she chose to attend Glendale Community College, what led her to FAMU, her experience playing basketball overseas, and much more.

Episode 075: Patience (feat. Taneka Rubin)

Creator of She is Me mentoring, Tabitha D. James joins us to share her story of growing up in Lake View, SC.

Tabitha also shares her story of growing u in a small town with a high school graduating class of 70 students, her experience transitioning into college at Costal Carolina, her experiences of getting into graduate school at FAU, and much more.

Episode 076: Stand Out (feat. Tabitha D. James)

Jajuan Harley joins us this week to share his story of growing up in Tallahassee, FL, why he choose to attend FSU, and his experiences of going from working at Wal-Mart to the NFL.

Jajuan also shares what motivated him to start his business - Make. Adjustments. Delete. Excuses., what trust the process means to him, and much more!

Episode 077: Make Adjustments (feat. Jajuan Harley)

Dr. Chantelle Green joins us this week to share her story of growing up in Miami, FL, her journey academically at the University of Florida, and how a high school injury led to a fulfilling career.

Dr. Green also shares what she has learned through self discovery and healing, why mental health is important, what trusting the process means to her, and much more.

Episode 079: In The Moment (feat. Dr. Chantelle Green)

Dr. Cesar Padilla joins us to share his story of growing up in the Bay Area of California in a culturally vibrant community, and having to navigate through gangs and violence.

Dr. Padilla also discusses his academic journey from a 0.67 GPA to Med School, what inspired him to become a physician, why mentoring matters, and what trusting the process means to him.

Episode 080: Much More (feat. Dr. Cesar Padilla)

Coach Corey Fuller joins us to share his story of growing up in Tallahassee, FL, why he chose to attend Florida State University, his transition from Florida State to the NFL, and his transition from the NFL to coaching.

Coach Fuller also discusses the challenges of transitioning away from football, how he got into coaching, advice he would give his younger self, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 081: It Works (feat. Coach Corey Fuller)

Darius Fulghum joins us to share his story of growing up in Killeen, TX, how he grew a love for boxing, and how he won the USA Olympic trails as an underdog.

Darius also discusses the challenges he experienced pursing a career in boxing while also being in Nursing school, how he navigated becoming a RN, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 083: Prove It (feat. Darius Fulghum)

Virginia State University's 14th President, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah joins us this week to share his story of growing up in Chicago, IL, his early childhood academic aspirations, why he chose to attend Howard University for undergrad and Northwestern University for his PhD.

Dr. Abdullah also shares his experiences overcoming imposter syndrome, what trust the process means to him, and his transitions from student to professor/advisor and from professor/advisor to university administrator/president.

Episode 084: Trust Yourself (feat. President Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D.)

Kendra Talley joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share her story of growing up in Greenville, South Carolina, her experiences attending Lander University, her transition from South Carolina to Florida to attend FAMU, and what inspired her to write a book titled You Can Do It Too.  Kendra also shares what advice she would give to her younger self and what thrust the process means to her.

Episode 085: Be Yourself (feat. Kendra Talley)

Stephen "Boss" Bostick joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in Miami, Florida, his experience earning a football scholarship to attend Carson Newson University, and what led him to attend Fort Valley State University. Boss shares how at one point in his life he contemplated suicide, as a result, he found his passion and healing in bodybuilding. Boss also shares advice he would give to his younger self and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 086: Worthy (feat: Stephen "Boss" Bostick)

Nate Evans, Jr. joins us on this episode on The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in Pleasantville, New Jersey. Nate also shares how he became a mental health advocate, what led him to write his first book - Building Muscle, and his experiences attending five colleges and the lessons he has learned from each stop.

Episode 087: By Faith (feat. Nate Evans, Jr.)

Janet Reyes joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share her story of growing up in Los Angeles, California, as the youngest of 9, and to Mexican immigrant parents. Janet shares her experiences growing up in a Jehovah witness household with parents who owned a restaurant, and what led her to dropout of school and run away to Mexico. Janet also shares what it was like to go back to college as a first generation student, how her son changed her life, and what advice she would give to her younger self.

Episode 088: Choose Happiness (feat. Janet Reyes)

Dr. Jhaimy Fernandez joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share her story of growing up in East Los Angeles, California to Mexican immigrant parents. Dr. Fernandez shares her experiences of attending UCLA, how she found out she had testing anxiety and ADHD, what led her to become a physician, and her experience transitioning from southern California to Vermont for med school. Dr. Fernandez also highlights how it felt to transition from medical student to practicing physician, what advice she would give her younger self, and what trust the process means to her.

Episode 089: Believe in Yourself (feat. Dr. Jhaimy Fernandez)

Andrew Riley joins us this week on The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in St. Andrew, Jamaica, how he was introduced to the sport of track, and why he chose to attend the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on a track scholarship.

Andrew also shares his experiences moving from Jamaica to the United States, his transition to college track in the midwest, his experience being the first collegiate athlete to win national titles in both the 100m and 110mH at the same time, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 090: Controllables (feat. Andrew Riley)

Coach Chris Woods, the Head Track and Field Coach of Mississippi State University, joins us on this episode of The Process Podcast to share his story of growing up in Covington, Georgia, how he was introduced to the sport of track, and his experience running collegiate track for Mississippi State University. 

Coach Woods also shares what it was like to transition from student-athlete to coach, the advice he would give his younger self, and what trust the process means to him.

Episode 091: Be Intentional (feat. Coach Chris Woods)

This week, Anna-Lisa Myers Riley, Esq., joins us to share her story of how growing up in Portmore, Jamaica and attending Wolmers Trust High School forged her pursuit of excellence, shaped her life goals, and framed her perceptive of strength and leadership.

Anna also shares what it was like moving to the United States to attend Oklahoma City University on a track scholarship, her experiences applying to and graduating from the University of Florida College of Law, her motivation for joining the military, and much more.

Episode 092: Distinguish Yourself (feat. Anna-Lisa Myers Riley, Esq.)

This week, we sit down with Brittany Claybrooks—former East Orange Councilwoman, urban planner, and dedicated public service leader. With experience spanning local government, national advocacy, and political strategy, Brittany has built a career rooted in accountability, purpose, and community impact. Guided by her faith and shaped by her upbringing in Detroit, she shares how each step of her journey has taught her to trust the process and redefine what true public service looks like.

Episode 093: Unconditionally Worthy (feat. Brittany Claybrooks)

Andrea discusses her experiences growing up in a single-parent home in Houston, TX, her experiences attending med school, and the struggles she faced pursing her dream career. Andrea also discusses mental health, what it means to compromise, how to be yourself within your work space, and what it means to trust the process.

Episode 026: Paging Dr. Dre (feat. Andrea Alexander, M.D.)

Attorney Joseph Gallardo shares what it was like growing up in San Antonio, TX and being a high school dropout. Attorney Gallardo also shares what it was like matriculating through college, struggling with imposter syndrome, overcoming the stigma of not being "good enough, and his experiences attending and graduating from Harvard law.

Episode 039: Raise the Bar (feat. Joseph Gallardo, Esq.)

Dr. Keila Foster shares her experiences of growing up in Howard County, MD, pursuing a PhD while also teaching, and attending an HBCU and PWI. Dr. Foster also shares what it was like pursing a PhD with ADHD, what trust the process means to her, and what it means to run your own race.

Episode 048: Run Your Own Race (feat. Keila Foster, Ph.D.)

This week, Dr. Misha Dunbar joins us to share her story of growing up in Tallahassee, Florida, pursuing a career in Veterinarian Medicine, and her experiences of transitioning from Vet school to practicing as a Veterinarian.

Dr. Dunbar also shares her advice for those interested in pursuing a career in Veterinary Medicine and what trusting the process means to her.

Episode 051: Be Different (Misha Dunbar, D.V.M, DACLAM)

This week, Director of Strength and Conditioning for Football at the University of Arizona – Coach Brain Johnson joins us to share his story of growing up in Tallahassee, Florida, how and why he became interested in playing football, and why he chose to attend LSU on a football scholarship. 

Coach Johnson also shares what it was like to pay for legendary coach - Coach Nick Saban, the mindset he developed of a champion, his transition to the NFL, his transition into coaching once his playing career was over, and the joy that coaching brings to him.

Episode 056: Trust Your Experiences (feat. Coach Brian Johnson)

On The Process Podcast, we explore through personal narratives the ineffable transformational power of trusting the process. 

During each episode, our guests share stories of how they have overcome difficult situations, how they have transitioned through new phases in their life, and ultimately what lessons they have learned from their life experiences. 

We hope that our listeners gain strength in knowing that they are not alone along their respective journey, and that there is power in their lived experiences. We also hope that our listeners find encouragement in hearing how others have trusted the process to reach their life, career, athletic, and/or academic goals. 

TRUST THE PROCESS.

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