Coffee & Conversations

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It's time to live boldly. Coffee and Conversations from WBTV is bringing you honest chats between everyday people -- some who happen to be celebrities, others who may be your neighbor. Together, we talk about our lived experiences and the choices that brought us to where we are today. Our goal is to leave you feeling entertained, enlightened, and encouraged to do the damn thing.

  1. 26 Aug

    Meet the "Batman" of Car Buying | Jana Angel Featuring Tomi Mikula

    There are plenty of things about being an adult that are super fun, but for most people, buying a car is simply not one of them. Enter Tomislav (Tomi) Mikula, the founder of Delivrd and the man I couldn't help but equate to "Batman" throughout our entire chat—a saving grace to stressed-out customers, and an absolute menace to traditional dealerships. A former car salesman and finance manager who spent over a decade on the inside, Tomi transitioned to the side of customer advocacy to save buyers from the overwhelming anxiety, frustration, and tension of the car-buying process. For a flat fee of $1,000, he takes over the grueling negotiation process on his clients' behalf—from finding the vehicle to reading the contract so they never set foot in a dealership. He spent years selling and financing cars, which is exactly how he knows where the money actually hides in a car deal. He even goes viral on TikTok and YouTube by livestreaming his tense, real-time negotiation calls with dealership staff, while also teaching his entire car-buying playbook publicly and for free so that people can negotiate themselves if they choose. During our conversation, Tomi opened up about the pivotal shift in his career. The change wasn't a grand moral awakening, but a simpler decision: he realized he didn't want to be the reason someone drove home feeling worked. As Tomi beautifully put it, a more fulfilling life doesn't always mean doing something entirely different; sometimes it just means doing the same thing you are already good at, but for the other side of the table. By taking that same industry knowledge and pointing it in the opposite direction, he has built a business centered on radical transparency. He hopes to eventually force the entire industry to become customer-centric, proving that you can find your ultimate purpose simply by deciding who you want to fight for.   TikTok @tomislavmikula, Instagram @delivrdtome, YouTube @Delivrd

    Meet the "Batman" of Car Buying | Jana Angel Featuring Tomi Mikula

  2. 19 Aug

    Overcoming Comfort and Making the Scary Pivot | Jana Angel featuring Kristen Miranda

    What does it take to walk away from a highly successful, 30-year career in television broadcasting? In this episode of Coffee & Conversations, host Jana Angel sits down with beloved former WBTV QC Life host Kristen Miranda at Community Matters Cafe in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kristen opens up about her decision to leave local television at age 50, the challenges of starting over, and her exciting new role with Blumenthal Arts. Jana and Kristen also address the online rumors about a "rivalry" between them, proving that support, friendship, and collaboration are far more powerful than competition. If you have been feeling a "stirring" or a "rumbling" to make a major pivot in your own life or career, Kristen’s advice on overcoming comfort and embracing the scary first steps is exactly what you need to hear. Key Topics Discussed: Dispelling the host rivalry myth and celebrating female friendship in media. Choosing growth and learning over a comfortable career routine. Understanding your unique "superpowers" and how they translate to the real world. Dealing with public feedback and staying grounded. The transition from television to supporting local theater at Blumenthal Arts.

    Overcoming Comfort and Making the Scary Pivot | Jana Angel featuring Kristen Miranda

  3. 29 Jul

    Closing the Gap in Black Maternal Health | Jana Angel with Neshé Conley & Porsché Collins

    Host Jana Angel talks with Neshé Conley, MPH, CHES® (Ebony Women Health Corp.) and Porsché Collins, LSCW (Empathic Hues Counseling and Consultation, PLLC) about Black maternal health, postpartum depression and the power of self-advocacy in health care settings. The conversation highlights real-world experiences, practical steps for preparing for medical appointments, and the importance of community-based support and culturally responsive providers.

    Closing the Gap in Black Maternal Health | Jana Angel with Neshé Conley & Porsché Collins

  4. 22 Jul

    Going Beyond the Badge With The Chief of Police | Jana Angel with CMPD Chief Estella Patterson

    What do you picture when you see a police officer? Now zoom out even further, what do you assume about "the Chief"? If your mind goes straight to the uniform and the badge, Chief Estella Patterson is here to expand that view. In our Coffee & Conversations sit-down, we started with a very unexpected icebreaker: “What are you wearing?” And just like that, the conversation shifted beyond titles and into the person, someone who once considered studying fashion, someone who walks three dogs around town, and someone who will absolutely pause a photographer to make sure the gloss goes on before the camera clicks. Her directness is matched by genuine fun, but what stays with me most is her vulnerability: she speaks openly about mental wellness, she’s grounded in faith, and she’s quick to remind me that while I see her as an incredible leader, God is leading her. Chief Patterson’s story is history-making and deeply rooted in Charlotte. City Manager Marcus D. Jones announced that the former Raleigh Police Chief and former CMPD Deputy Chief will return to lead the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department as Charlotte’s first female police chief. She began her law enforcement career with CMPD in 1996, rising through roles from patrol officer to academy instructor, recruitment, Internal Affairs, and Deputy Chief assignments over Administrative Services and Patrol Services. Her leadership in Raleigh included a recruitment and hiring plan that reduced vacancies from 150 to 40 in three years, the creation of the Raleigh Police Foundation that raised $4 million to support morale-boosting projects, and a reported 100% homicide clearance rate in 2024, alongside efforts to reduce violent crime. A U.S. Army Reserve veteran who served combat tours in Kosovo and Iraq and reached the rank of Captain, she’s also an FBI National Academy graduate with degrees from UNC Charlotte and the University of Oklahoma. As she steps into this next chapter, she says her priorities include reducing violent crime, enhancing community engagement by empowering neighbors to speak up and step in, and strengthening employee morale and wellness. After talking with her, I’m convinced she’ll lead with both strategy and heart.

    Going Beyond the Badge With The Chief of Police | Jana Angel with CMPD Chief Estella Patterson

  5. 15 Jul

    How to Dress with Intention & Gain Confidence | Jana Angel with Kayla Binter & Will White

    Host Jana Angel welcomes Kayla Binter (creative catalyst) and Will White (fashion designer and musician) for a candid talk about personal style, confidence and creative identity. They share how fashion becomes a daily practice of autonomy — from mixing thrifted pieces with statement items to choosing outfits based on mood, comfort and self-expression. Binter and White also discuss navigating critique as creatives, finding authenticity in your work, and how style evolves over time and across seasons of life. The episode closes with encouragement for listeners to start small: experiment with what’s already in your closet, lean on community feedback, and remember you “can’t pull it off unless you put it on.”

    How to Dress with Intention & Gain Confidence | Jana Angel with Kayla Binter & Will White

  6. 1 Jul

    Inspiration Collection: Coffee & Conversations with Jana Angel

    Coffee & Conversations with Jana Angel is a space for real stories and honest insight — the kind that meets you where you are and gently nudges you forward. Each episode features heartfelt conversations with creators, leaders, and changemakers as they share lived experiences around building something from scratch, leading through transition, finding your voice, shifting your mindset, and navigating recovery, renewal, and reinvention in real time. Across every story, one message rises to the top: today is the day to go for it — not because life is perfectly lined up, but because progress starts with a decision. This podcast doesn’t ask you to pretend everything is fine; it invites you to get honest about what you need, what you’re ready to release, and what you’re willing to try next. If you’ve been waiting for a sign, consider this your reminder: you don’t have to feel fearless to start, and you don’t have to have it all figured out to take the next step. New episodes bring fresh perspective, practical encouragement, and the kind of conversation that helps you believe: you can, and you will.

  7. 24 Jun

    Tips From a Mom Who's Done it All | Jana Angel with Jan Nieuwstraten Angel

    In this episode of Coffee and Conversations, host Jana Angel welcomes her mother, Jan Nieuwstraten Angel, for a personal talk about family, faith and the choices that shaped Jan’s independent path. From free-range childhood adventures in Savannah to a spur-of-the-moment move to Asheville, Jan reflects on responsibility, reinvention and the power of steady composure. She also recounts navigating male-dominated workplaces, demanding fair pay and leading with hospitality, empathy and grit.

    Tips From a Mom Who's Done it All | Jana Angel with Jan Nieuwstraten Angel

  8. 17 Jun

    Moving the Needle With Manifestation Science | Jana Angel with Nichole Eaton

    Host Jana Angel is joined by Nichole Eaton — therapist, author and manifestation coach — for a candid conversation about what it really takes to move the needle in your life. Nichole draws on her personal story of rising from poverty, food stamps and depression to building a thriving practice, writing two books and living in the home she once only dreamed about — all by learning to shift her mindset and align her energy with what she truly wanted. Nichole, who holds a master's degree and has worked with clients for 17 years, breaks down the neuroscience behind why people get stuck, how the brain searches for evidence of what it already believes and why visualization is more powerful than most people realize. She shares practical, low-barrier tools — from a five-minute daily manifestation letter to a bullet journal habit tracker — and explains why shooting too far too fast is one of the biggest reasons manifestation doesn't work for most people. Nichole is also the author of "Rock Your Comeback" and host of the podcast by the same name, where she spotlights stories of resilience and reinvention. This episode is equal parts inspiring and instructional — a must-listen for anyone ready to stop reacting to life and start creating it.

    Moving the Needle With Manifestation Science | Jana Angel with Nichole Eaton
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It's time to live boldly. Coffee and Conversations from WBTV is bringing you honest chats between everyday people -- some who happen to be celebrities, others who may be your neighbor. Together, we talk about our lived experiences and the choices that brought us to where we are today. Our goal is to leave you feeling entertained, enlightened, and encouraged to do the damn thing.

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  • Creator
    WBTV
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit
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