Mother, entrepreneur, artist, breaker of toxic cycles...Chitra Peña sits down with me to discuss how to stay true to your roots while allowing yourself to bloom.

Today I'm sharing the couch with the fabulous Paula Mack as we discuss age appropriate self sufficiency for children. A major part of creating a strong community lies in how we teach and empower the generations that will come after us. I can't wait for you to hear her insight on ways that we can do that; as parents, as nurturers, as elders, and as a thriving authentic and autonomous community.

What started out as our usual Couch Conversation took a surprising turn. You'll have to listen to find out. 

On this episode of Couch Conversations I'm talking cannabis with Corey Jackson, Sr Director of Operations at MedMen. He dropped gem after gem about how to get involved in the cannabis industry and the effects that it's having on our community.  It was a FANTASTIC conversation.

Yogi, dancer, teacher, entrepreneur, world traveler, ambassador, rule breaker.....Lateefah Fleming is all of these things and then some. She joined me on the couch to discuss how showing up as your authentic self is truly the only thing that matters. Whether it's mental health, physical wellness or just being, this is a woman you need to know.

For this week’s couch conversation I’m bringing in none other than Chef Dawn Tyson. A beast in the kitchen and a beautiful spirit, I was fortunate to call her my exec and I’m blessed to call her my friend. Culinary educator, world traveler, celebrity chef, fellow survivalist and one for the culture.  We're discussing community building, the zombie apocalypse, frankenfoods, and "What happened to Brian?"

For this episode you get to learn a bit about me and why this work is so close to my heart.  I had the pleasure of being interviewed  by Lateefah Fleming of EmpowerFit Wellness for her Motivating the Motivator series. It may actually be one of my most vulnerable interviews yet. Enjoy! 

On this week's episode I'm speaking with Laenny Medina; mother, food activist, and entrepreneur.  And those labels barely skim the surface of what she brings to the table. Her dedication to paving a path that is right for her family while honoring the traditions that she comes from is incredible, and her enthusiasm is infectious. We touched on motherhood in its various forms, the need for male participation in social movements, community as a vital resource, and daring to do what works for you. Enjoy!

Welcome to the first episode of 3P's Couch Conversation series.  Today I'm speaking with my friend Kevin about my 3 favorite words: authenticity, autonomy, and community. Kevin is a professor of African American Studies and Urban Education at the University of Houston; and he stepped up to bless us with some amazing gems about building our community, shifting our understanding of education, and the importance of self study.  It was a fantastic conversation that I hope you enjoy.  Just a heads up...I speak with seasoning.