In this episode of Trash the Checklist, we sit down with The Urban Counselor, Dana Lewis of Whole Life Center Services, to explore how therapy can be a powerful tool for men—especially Black men—far beyond crisis moments. Dana, a Black Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), brings a wealth of experience and cultural understanding to his practice, helping clients feel seen, heard, and respected. Together, we discuss why waiting until “something is wrong” can hold men back from living more ful...
Jul 1, 2025
51 min
If you're like the hosts of Trash the Checklist Podcast, then you probably grew up inundated with information about how bad marijuana was for you. But within the past 10 years, the research and some of the social taboo around marijuana use, especially for medicinal purposes, has led to some great discoveries about how the plant can benefit so many people in so many way. Trash the Checklist welcomes Ms. Amber Demby, of Ash and Ember dispensary in Centreville, MD to take them on the beginnings...
Jan 11, 2023
45 min
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Yay!! But beyond being "aware", what other actionable steps can and should we be taking to make sure our own lives aren't continuously interrupted with this disease? Tiffany and Yolanda have mothers who have had breast cancer. They're sure many of their listening audience has some experience with a family member, friend, or co-worker having to endure breast cancer, so let's talk about what's going on. In this episode, learn about risk...
Oct 17, 2022
57 min
The thrill of the open road and the vastness of the world called this top-tier professional, Melanie LeGrande, to leave a great career and engage in the excitement of a travel adventure. Check out Mel on the Map's story of how she came to make the decision to call it quits at her job and to embark on a 3 1/2 month trip that has impacted how she sees herself. For all the "I can't" folks, the "I don't know" folks, and the "ain't no way" folks, Mel has an encouraging story that can inspire each ...
Sep 26, 2022
46 min
In this episode Yolanda and Tiffany share what they were doing during their spring/summer break and tease season 3 episodes. The upcoming season will have guests that talk about everything from unique marriage arrangements, cross-country travel, sexology, the use of cannabis, the single life of confident women, getting your ideas to production, and another "men takeover" episode. Expect more mature topics, but focused on how these different life choices can lead to individual happiness. That'...
Sep 12, 2022
33 min
Yolanda and Tiffany take a moment to evaluate how far they've come since 2021's Financial Literacy Awareness month. And they admit, they're coming along, but have a way to go. But they know they aren't the only ones who find dealing with wealth and finances to be a challenge. Thankfully, there are people like Jayne Ellegard, the founder of Ellegant Wealth, who have taken the step to fill in the gap for women where their finances are concerned. Jayne has over 30 plus years of experienc...
Apr 24, 2022
37 min
In case you hadn't noticed, the hosts of Trash the Checklist took a pause from recording episodes of the podcast. But, like the committed ladies they are, they had to get back to it. In this episodes the hosts discuss the impact of being stressed and overwhelmed on one's physical health and offer some realistic strategies that ANYONE can employ to combat the struggles when the stress of daily life seems like it's just too much. Join them in the discussion and feel free to share your ahas and...
Mar 27, 2022
45 min
Love is in the air for many people during the month of February. Whether you are married, in a relationship, recently out of one, or ready to begin anew, this episode with marriage coach, Mrs. Laura Gethers is for you! Gethers is the founder of Love Harder Marriage Coaching and utilizes strategies that help couples see that there's no "I" in "Team." She offers practical strategies for those seeking the tools to build and maintain a healthy, loving, long-lasting relationship/marriage. Join th...
Feb 13, 2022
47 min
Sometimes the quest to lose weight and to get healthy becomes a short range focus on quick dieting and a few weeks of "going hard" to reach a certain number on a scale or for a laboratory test. Goals that often last for the short term. In this episode Yolanda and Tiffany discuss the possibilities that exist within being a vegan and seeing it as an attainable lifestyle with Ms. Naeemah Fletcher, owner of the health and wellness business, Nourish with Naeemah. Naeemah is a very und...
Jan 30, 2022
48 min
The Great Resignation is upon us! Yolanda and Tiffany have shared their own fears about branching out and using their own talents to build a business, so in this episode, they've brought on someone who could help. Enter, Mrs. Angela Accomando, the host of "End the Hustle" podcast and facilitator of women's empowerment seminars! She has over 20 years of experience with entrepreneurship and is an advocate for people to end the over-extension of themselves and to look at how to use their time a...
Jan 16, 2022
48 min
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