Stories that Matter
Stories that Matter
Stories that Matter with Jayla Whitfield-Anderson
Stories that Matter is committed to reminding people worldwide that their voices matter. Regardless of how small or how big the story is, it matters. Email us at [email protected] to share your story.
Buying black the block w/ Josh Ferrell
On this episode we're joined by special guest Josh Ferrell. Decades ago African-Americans couldn't buy property but now we're buying more property then ever before. Josh has bought several investment properties and it took a lot of sacrificing along the way. He breaks down how he acquired each property.. from rentals to airbnbs. While he continues his journey to buy black the block in the Atlanta area he wants to help others along the way. For more information on his journey: instagram @josh_the_district and follow the show on Instagram @storiesthatmatter.llc and your host @jaylawhitfieldtv. Song by: Justin Ivy If you're interested in sharing your story please visit the 'Share your story' tab on our website. Website: https://storiesthatmatterllc.com Interested in ads? Email us at [email protected]
Apr 17, 2022
51 min
Headed towards financial freedom w/ Cleo
On this episode we're joined by special guest Cleo. Cleo has created a platform that mixes yoga and finance to help millennials live financially free. Cleo learned about finances through her own life lessons and struggles - including being evicted and living in her car for four months. Now she's on a journey to financial freedom after successfully paying off over 60k in debt. For more information on her journey: instagram @cleoyogafinance and follow the show on Instagram @storiesthatmatter.llc and your host @jaylawhitfieldtv. Song by: Justin Ivy  If you're interested in sharing your story please visit the 'Share your story' tab on our website.  Website: https://storiesthatmatterllc.com Interested in ads? Email us at [email protected]
Apr 3, 2022
54 min
Beating the odds after multiple foster homes w/ Brandi Morris
On this episode we’re joined by special guest Brandi Morris. 26-year-old Morris has went from one foster home to another and eventually became an orphan. However, while facing adversity Morris learned how to provide for her siblings, lean on her education and beat the odds. For more information on her journey: Instagram @blmorr_ and follow the show on Instagram @storiesthatmatter.llc and your host @jaylawhitfieldtv Song by: Justin Ivy  If you're interested in sharing your story please visit the 'Share your story' tab on our website. Website: https://storiesthatmatterllc.com Interested in ads? Email us at [email protected]
Mar 27, 2022
50 min
The miracle of baby making w/ the Colemans
On this episode we're joined by special guests Liz Coleman and her husband, Aubrey Coleman. The soon to be parents share there journey with infertility. During this episode, we discussed how their three failed IVF attempts led them to a successful one. Now, they are expecting twins! For more information on their journey: instagram @fertilityfortheculture and follow the show on Instagram @storiesthatmatter.llc and your host @jaylawhitfieldtv. Song by: Justin Ivy If you're interested in sharing your story please visit the 'Share your story' tab on our website. Website: https://storiesthatmatterllc.com Interested in ads? Email us at [email protected]
Mar 20, 2022
1 hr 20 min
Disability is not an obstacle to success w/ Nila Morton
On this episode we're joined by special guest Nila Morton. Nila lives with a rare disability. During this episode, we discussed how Morton was born with a rare form of muscular dystrophy known as Ulrich. However her disability hasn't stopped anything! She's a strong disability advocate, artist and recently partnered with Savage Fenty. For information follow her on Instagram @nilanmorton and follow the show on Instagram @storiesthatmatter.llc and your host @jaylawhitfieldtv. Song by: Justin Ivy  If you're interested in sharing your story please visit the 'Share your story' tab on our website.  Website: https://storiesthatmatterllc.com Interested in ads? Email us at [email protected]
Mar 13, 2022
40 min