My Voice with Dara & Friends

I am so happy to be back and start a new season of My Voice With Dara & Friends. I am diving right into what has been up in my life and how I was able to push through the rough spots that hit me in 2022. How I maintained my sanity my peace, & my joy. The video clip in this episode was provide by #MelRobbins YouTube channel. I really hope you will go an watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/G8r_F-xR3Ig The intro & outro Music is provide by: Artist.io Song: Elevate! by Frank Bentley https://artlist.io/song/78744/coco-bread More Episodes Coming. Join me at our regular time Mondays on podcast everywhere, Tuesday the video will show Youtube. Don't miss new episodes, stay connected by hitting the subscribe button and turn notifications on. Follow Me On These Platforms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvoicepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvoicepodcast/ TikTok: @ MyVoicePodcast For a complete list of all the places to find me including my Amazon Storefront: https://fanlink.to/myvoicepodcast Visit My Website for all things My Voice like product & new events coming up: http://myvoicewithdara.com Thank you so much for allowing me to provide great content for you to get #motivated & #inspired by My Voice.

Hide ya kids for this one. My girls came through with all the smoke. Relations & Romance with my friends Precious & Alicia & newly sister in-law Carmeshia. We open up in a very VERY choppy conversation about the good the bad & the beautiful transitions of relations & romance. All of them married and then you have my single a**. Please enjoy & join the conversation on IG, TikTok, or Facebook. We out here. Thank You Ladies So Much!! Carmeshia - https://www.instagram.com/allaboutus_04/ Precious - https://www.instagram.com/apreciousmix/ Alicia - https://www.instagram.com/Lee_Badd/ Please follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Facebook: http://Facebook.com/myvoicepodcast Instagram: http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast Also on TikTok @MyVoicePodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A The wine for this conversation: A whole Lotta Alcohol Subscribe, RATE, & Comment on this show. Love You, All Ways, Always!

In todays time with so many things changing, updating, & redefining, can we still call a gentleman a "gentleman". Have the essence of the gentleman nature changed, has he evolved his thinking to match what society calls a "modern day lady". Jean-Wesley Michel, know by Wes, joins me to discuss this topic and breaks down the definition he has of what a "gentleman" is, and how he moves in todays world. Jean-Wesley, from Brooklyn is widely known for his knowledge & love for wines. He has made a name for himself in the wine industry & on social media. He comes across as the true "gentleman" in my opinion which is why I asked him to help me out with this topic. To enjoy more of Wes Follow on IG http://WineWithWes Link with him here: http://linktr.ee/JeanWesleyMichel Website: http://Winewithwes.com Please follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Facebook: http://Facebook.com/myvoicepodcast Instagram: http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast Also on TikTok @MyVoicePodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A The wine for this conversation: Mixed Cocktail Subscribe, RATE, & Comment on this show. Love You, All Ways, Always!

In this episode I sip it up and dish it out with one of my best friends Tonya C. We open up about our recent break ups & give insight on how to recover gracefully & find the lesson in it all. Someone somewhere will resonate with this I promise. Thank YouTonya. Want More of Tonya Follow Devin on IG http://instagram.com/errylilstep Blog Coming Soon! Please follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Facebook: http://Facebook.com/myvoicepodcast Instagram: http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast Also on TikTok @MyVoicePodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A The wine for this conversation: Kutjevo Rose (I give this a 10 I do recommend) Subscribe, RATE, & Comment on this show. Love You, All Ways, Always!

Sip it up with me and my amazing friend Devin as we discuss a book that has changed both our thinking and how we view EGO. The book "Ego is the Enemy", written by Ryan Holiday, is a great read. Devin purchased this book and had it mailed to me, that's just the kind of guy he is, when he finds something that he feels elevates his mind or spirit he wants to share the knowledge. We really get into the details of the book and discuss our versions of Ego and where it has shown true in our own lives. Want More of Devin Follow Devin on IG http://instagram.com/devdoingdeals Their Inspirational Website http://divinetree.co Please follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Facebook: http://Facebook.com/myvoicepodcast Instagram: http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast Also on TikTok @MyVoicePodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A The wine for this conversation: Zuccardi Q Malbec (on a scale of 1 to 10, I give this a 9) Subscribe, RATE, & Comment on this show. Love You, All Ways, Always! Your Host Dara Ayana

Sip it up with me and my amazing friend Devin as we discuss a book that has changed both our thinking and how we view EGO. The book "Ego is the Enemy", written by Ryan Holiday, is a great read. Devin purchased this book and had it mailed to me, that's just the kind of guy he is, when he finds something that he feels elevates his mind or spirit he wants to share the knowledge. We really get into the details of the book and discuss our versions of Ego and where it has shown true in our own lives. Want More of Devin Follow Devin on IG http://instagram.com/devdoingdeals Their Inspirational Website http://divinetree.co Please follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Facebook: http://Facebook.com/myvoicepodcast Instagram: http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast Also on TikTok @MyVoicePodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A The wine for this conversation: Zuccardi Q Malbec (on a scale of 1 to 10, I give this a 9) Subscribe, RATE, & Comment on this show. Love You, All Ways, Always! Your Host Dara Ayana

Sip it up with me & my friend Kim Razil, a Realtor in the ATL. We discuss our growing experiences with walking away from comfort, love, business, and so much more. Kim Razil has experienced her fair share of walking away and recently with a business relationship. She is open, genuine, & insightful... giving you more than enough to feel strong enough to take the first step. I speak on my own recent relationship ending and looking forward to new beginnings. Follow Kim Razil On Instagram for all Atlanta real estate needs: https://www.instagram.com/kimrazil/ Her family business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmichaelgardengroup Website: http://www.carmichaelgarden.com Follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvoicepodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvoicepodcast/ Website: http://www.myvoicewithdara.com Love All Ways, Always Dara Ayana

Sip it up with me & Jasmin Long, owner of The Style Muse Bartique, Fashionista, Mommy, Wife, & Business Adviser. Jasmine is making her way into the fashion industry and making heads turn. I asked her to give us some insight into how she keeps going, what's most important to help stay on track, & how she stays so fine while doing it all. To check out her online store you can visit: http://www.thestylemusebartique.com If you are in the Atlanta area and know where the New Black Wallstreet is located please stop in for a visit, you will not be disappointed. You can follow her on these social media platforms: Instagram: @The StyleMuseBartique (https://www.instagram.com/thestylemusebartique) Facebook: @TheStyleMuseBartique (https://www.facebook.com/The-Style-Muse-Bartique-104602331880455) The wine for this conversation: Black Girl Magic Red Blend by The McBride Sisters Subscribe, RATE, & Comment on this show. You can follow the show on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast Love You, All Ways, Always! Your Host Dara Ayana

Damn! Forty Years on this earth makes you want to reflect and think what have I done, what am I doing, & what more is there to do. I love my life! I can honestly say I love my life. I love the people I have encountered, I love the lessons I have learned, I love the path I have chosen. I wanted to reflect on what I have overcame, but I also wanted to get a broader prospective of what the important people in my life see in me today as well. Take a listed to some phone conversations as these loved ones in my life reflect on my journey to 40 with me. Follow me at http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast http://facebook.com/myvoicepodcast & LIKE COMMENT & SHARE SHARE SHARE your favorite episode. Love Y'all All Ways Always. Dara Ayana

In a global pandemic, we are still dealing with the "racism pandemic". We are still watching black people die senselessly at the hands of the law. We are still fighting for basic respect, basic rights, basic opportunity. We are still fighting to be seen, heard, & valued. Although, you may not agree with the methods, you have to acknowledge the reasons. In this episode I allow mothers to speak about what their take on our current conditions are, and/or how we should be responding. Please enjoy the clips that I pulled from Kimberly Latrice Jones, Angela Davis, & James Baldwin. If you don't know what to do, or what to say, you should first start with educating yourself on the issues. Follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast. Like Comment Share Love You All Ways, Always Dara Ayana

When we think of gifts and receiving, or only pleasing what is a desire of ours, we think it's selfish. While being selfish has its place, does it really have a place when it is concerning our peace, our sanity, or our goals. I gave myself some much needed gifts this Mother's Day, & I hope you follow my lead, or have already taken the lead, and given yourself some gifts. YOURSELF, the key factor, have you taken care of you. Take a listen and then shoot on over to my IG @MyVoicePodcast to let me know what those gifts are. Please follow me on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast. Love All Ways, Always! Dara Ayana

In a society where men, black men in particular, are taught to keep quiet, don't cry, be strong, and to man up, where does it end. "The Black Man Project" formed by 3 amazing gentleman Brian, Anthony, & Marlon, creates a new movement, a new community, a new space for black me to grow, heal, and gain power. Listen to how it all started and how they plan to create viral action of vulnerability & its access to strength. Looking to connect to "The Black Man Project" follow them on IG @TheBlackManProject Visit their website theblackmanproject.com Follow the hashtag #unMASKulinity on IG Also send and email to theblackmanproject365@gmail.com Also Follow me on all social media platforms IG: @MyVoicePodcast Facebook: @MyVoicePodcast Twitter: @MyVoicePodcast

During a time where all is questioned, My Voice with Dara & Friends come back in mobile recording style. Joined by special guest Kittie Chamille, to talk about her new album, new single, & new love life. Kittie Chamille talks about "From Lust til Dawn" and when it drops, what it means, & how she is handling it all while dating. If you haven't already, follow me on all social media platforms at follow @MyVoicePodcast. PLEASE Make your way over to Kittie Chamille & follow her @KittieChamille on IG, and purchase her new single on iTunes music and more here <-. (If Link Does Not Work Use This) distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kittiechamille/saving-all-my-love Listen next week as we talk to the founders of "The Black Man Project" and get personal about black men & the how they are coming together to tackle the nuances of black male culture.

Ryan George Joins me in a very candid discussion about why the lines are blurred, unclear, or pretty much nonexistent when it comes to women & men. We sip on some White Table Wine by Maison Noir Wines, owned & operated by Andre Hueston Mack (2003 Sommelier of the year). Ryan is a show favorite, he has been on many times. I Love Having Him On, Always A Great Time... Where to get the wine? https://maisonnoirwines.com/ Please Follow Me On All Media Platforms @ MyVoicePodcast IG: https://instagram.com/myvoicepdocast Twitter: https://twitter.com/myvoicepodcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A Facebook: https://facebook.com/myvoicepodcast To Follow Ryan Please Go To: Twitter: http://twitter.com/realryangeorge Instagram: http://instagram.com/realryangeorge FaceBook: http://facebook.com/ryangeorge Join the wave with music on TRC Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/trcpodcast SUBSCRIBE * LIKE * RATE * & SHARE Love Y’all All Ways, Always! Dara Ayana

I sip it up with the Curvy & Beautiful DeVyn from “And They’re Vegan”. She tells all about the journey to owning her own business and let’s us in on the struggles & rewarding moments of motherhood, wifehood, & entrepreneurship. I am feeling good to be back on the mic & to now showcase only Black Owned Wines. Life is Good & so is this episode. We sip on some really good sweet Cabernet Sauvignon by Curvy Betty Wines. You Can Get some Curvy Betty on: IG: https://www.instagram.com/Curvy_Betty_Wines Tell her Dara from My Voice with Dara & Friends sent you. But please grab a glass of your favorite wine and join the discussion. Follow DeVyn from And They’re Vegan on: IG: https://www.instagram.com/andtheyrevegan IG: https://www.instagram.com/DevynNichol Website: https://www.andtheyrevegan.com Please Follow Me On All Media Platforms @ MyVoicePodcast IG: https://instagram.com/myvoicepdocast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A Facebook: https://facebook.com/myvoicepodcast Join the wave with music on TRC Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/trcpodcast SUBSCRIBE * LIKE * RATE * & SHARE Love Y’all All Ways, Always! Dara Ayana

This episode is I sip by myself & taste a red blend by The McBride Sisters. I talk sh*t about some relationship BS & try to bring understanding to my own situation. Please Follow Me On All Media Platforms @ MyVoicePodcast IG: https://instagram.com/myvoicepdocast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A Facebook: https://facebook.com/myvoicepodcast SUBSCRIBE * LIKE * RATE * & SHARE Love Y’all All Ways, Always! Dara Ayana

Part 2 for the win!!! In this episode I sip it up with one of my best friends Precious & new friend Latoya to unload and reload the woman. Her mind, Her body, Her spirit, & Her worth. Breaking down how we have grown & how we access where we went wrong in our journey, but most importantly how we learned from our mistakes and applied it to our lives. We do all this while sipping on a new cheap wine from the gas station LOL! called "Fat Cat" Cabernet Sauvignon & Some Pinot Grigio. Please enjoy this discussion and pass it on to a friend who can relate. Love Y'all All Ways, Always! Dara Ayana Follow ME on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast http://facebook.com/myvoicepodcast http://twitter.com/myvoicepodcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A?view_as=subscriber Follow Precious http://instagram.com/apreciousperspective Follow & Support Black Women Business (Latoya) Paint In With Toya http://instagram.com/paintinwithtoya In The Atlanta Area & Want to Book Email Toya@PaintInWithToya.com

In this episode I sip it up with one of my best friends Precious & new friend Latoya to unload and reload the woman. Her mind, Her body, Her spirit, & Her worth. Breaking down how we have grown & how we access where we went wrong in our journey, but most importantly how we learned from our mistakes and applied it to our lives. We do all this while sipping on a new cheap wine from the gas station LOL! called "Fat Cat" Cabernet Sauvignon & Some Pinot Grigio. Please enjoy this discussion and pass it on to a friend who can relate. Love Y'all All Ways, Always! Dara Ayana Follow ME on all social media platforms @MyVoicePodcast http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcast http://facebook.com/myvoicepodcast http://twitter.com/myvoicepodcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1A?view_as=subscriber Follow Precious http://instagram.com/apreciousperspective Follow & Support Black Women Business (Latoya) Paint In With Toya http://instagram.com/paintinwithtoya In The Atlanta Area & Want to Book Email Toya@PaintInWithToya.com

I sip it up with the amazing & talented Devenaire. His music not only makes you reflect on self but expands your thoughts to global understanding of love & self love. He talks about his inspirations and how he has built a team that is in my opinion creative genius.Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join the discussion.Follow Devenaire on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/i_am_devenaire/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DevenaireTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/I_am_DevenaireYoutube: SEARCH DEVENAIREWebsite: https://www.naturalsoundmusic.com/devenairePlease Follow Me On All Media Platforms @ MyVoicePodcastIG: https://instagram.com/myvoicepdocastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6MlXt1ovEh0XECT08mIv1AFacebook: https://facebook.com/myvoicepodcastSUBSCRIBE * LIKE * RATE * & SHARELove Y’all All Ways, Always!Dara Ayana

I sip it up once again with my boys over at TRC Podcast and review some new music.ELLE VARNER & K.R.I.T. are up for discussion on their show and you know they let ya girl show up and show out for the Elle Team.Please check out this show and the album and let us know if you agree or disagree with our review.& Remember Elle Varner's BIGGEST Fan is ME!!!Love Y'all All Ways, Always.Dara AyanaFollow TRC Podcast onIG: http://instagram.com/trcpodcastFacebook: http://facebook.com/thereportcardpodcastTwitter: http://twitter.com/trcpodcastliveYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzBg1I3H2rrCMXlenEA9WGgFollow ME Dara on IG: http://instagram.com/myvoicepodcastFacebook: http://facebook.com/myvoicepodcastTwitter: http://twitter.com/myvoicepodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/reelauthentic/featured?view_as=subscriber