A Dose of Black Joy and Caffeine

Justin Adu
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A Dose of Black Joy and Caffeine

Mamas & Mochas, a heartfelt and unfiltered mini-series hosted by creative executive Neisha Tweed Bell, is changing the narrative on success, leadership, and motherhood. Part of the award-winning A Dose of Black Joy & Caffeine podcast, this six-episode special takes listeners on a journey through the magic and mess of balancing big careers with tiny humans. Produced by Adu Adu, creator of A Dose of Black Joy & Caffeine, this series marks the first time Adu has passed the mic, making it a historic moment as he prepares for the podcast's final season in 2025.

  1. EP 258: Different Kinds of Care: Finding Joy in Life’s Hardest Seasons

    12/20/2024

    EP 258: Different Kinds of Care: Finding Joy in Life’s Hardest Seasons

    Tiffany Edwards, EVP at Publicis, joins Neisha Tweed Bell to share her personal journey as a caregiver navigating the complexities of leadership, grief, and healing. Tiffany opens up about finding balance between career and caregiving for multiple family members, redefining strength, and building a life grounded in joy and peace. This episode is a testament to resilience, compassion, and the power of community.

    34 min
  2. EP 257: Freedom & Flow: Rewriting the Rules of Work and Wealth

    12/20/2024

    EP 257: Freedom & Flow: Rewriting the Rules of Work and Wealth

    Kiersten Saunders, co-creator of Rich & Regular, joins host Neisha Tweed Bell for a candid conversation about rewriting societal rules to create a life of agency and fulfillment. From navigating ADHD and corporate exits to rethinking traditions and building generational wealth, Kiersten shares insightful, practical wisdom about breaking free from traditional expectations and finding peace through liberation and joy.

    34 min
  3. EP 256: Creative Parenting: Leadership, Storytelling, and the Art of Building Values

    12/20/2024

    EP 256: Creative Parenting: Leadership, Storytelling, and the Art of Building Values

    Shanteka Sigers joins Neisha Tweed Bell to unpack the parallels between creative leadership and parenting. From treating motherhood as brand management to redefining feedback as a gift, Shanteka offers candid insights on instilling values, embracing imperfection, and using creativity to connect and inspire. This conversation celebrates storytelling, growth, and the power of parenting with purpose.

    37 min
  4. EP 255: Home & Harmony: Building Joy in Career and Family Transitions

    12/17/2024

    EP 255: Home & Harmony: Building Joy in Career and Family Transitions

    Khara Wagner, CEO of Anomaly LA, sits down with Neisha Tweed Bell to discuss building intentional spaces for connection and creativity at home and work. From balancing career progression with motherhood to navigating conversations about race and identity with her children, Khara provides heartfelt and practical insights on leading with purpose and progress, not perfection.

    55 min
  5. EP 254: Currency & Capacity: Redefining Success as a Working Mom

    12/16/2024

    EP 254: Currency & Capacity: Redefining Success as a Working Mom

    Entrepreneur Ronnie Dickerson Stewart joins host Neisha Tweed Bell for an intimate conversation about motherhood, careers, and redefining success. From treating family life like a business campaign to learning when to "detach with love," Ronnie shares honest insights about protecting your energy, leveraging different forms of currency, and finding peace amid the beautiful chaos of working motherhood.

    1h 10m
  6. EP 253: Leadership & Legacy: Redefining Excellence as a Working Mother

    12/16/2024

    EP 253: Leadership & Legacy: Redefining Excellence as a Working Mother

    President of Droga5 NY, Chioma Aduba, joins host Neisha Tweed Bell to explore what it means to redefine leadership through motherhood. From interviewing while visibly pregnant to breaking cultural expectations, Chioma’s journey highlights the power of authenticity, gratitude, and creating conditions for others to thrive. This episode is a testament to owning your story and leading with purpose.

    56 min
  7. [Season 9 Finale: EP 252] Vernā Myers (The Vernā Myers Company)

    10/06/2024

    [Season 9 Finale: EP 252] Vernā Myers (The Vernā Myers Company)

    Vernā is a DEI pioneer. She is a highly sought-after DEI Keynote Speaker and DEI Consultant. She’s well-known for captivating  audiences with her high-energy keynotes, profound insights, and ability to foster authentic connections and meaningful dialogue.  With nearly three decades of experience, her work as an inclusion strategist, cultural innovator, thought leader, and social  commentator has guided myriad organizations across the world in dismantling barriers to inclusion and equity across race, ethnicity,  gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic class, religion, and other differences. Her expertise and experience - personal and  professional - have been instrumental in guiding workplaces toward embracing and integrating diversity, inclusion, equity, and  belonging in all facets of workplace operations.   Hailing from Baltimore’s working class, Vernā’s journey saw her rise to prominence as a distinguished alumna of Barnard College,  Columbia University, and Harvard Law School, founder of The Vernā Myers Company, and the inaugural head of Inclusion Strategy at Netflix, where she led a global team in curating and implementing strategies to integrate cultural diversity, inclusion, and equity  into all aspects of the company’s operations.  An accomplished author, Vernā’s two best-selling books, “Moving Diversity Forward: Going from Well-Meaning to Well-Doing” and  “What If I Say The Wrong Thing? 25 Habits for Culturally Effective People” have garnered widespread acclaim. Her inspiring TED talk,  “How to Overcome Our Biases? Walk Boldly Towards Them,” has amassed over 5 million views and has been translated into 27  languages. Collaborating with Ariana Huffington and Thrive Global, Vernā’s micro-course, “Confronting Biases,” has been taken by  nearly a million learners worldwide and is consistently recognized as one of the top ten LinkedIn Learning courses. Vernā is also the  host and producer of the podcast Sundays with Verna, which is available on Apple iTunes and Spotify.  Vernā’s trademarked quote: “Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance” ® encapsulates her enduring  commitment to fostering inclusive environments. The statement has been quoted countless times by DEI professionals and everyday  individuals from various industries and all over the world.   Vernā’s company, TVMC, provides its own brand of DEI online training courses through www.tvmcu.com. The courses, featuring  Verna herself, include the energy and no shame, blame, or attack approach she brings when delivering her keynotes and workshops.  Among her many accolades, Vernā’s impact has been recognized by numerous institutions, including the California Association of  Black Lawyers, the Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Foundation, CODE Crew recognized her DEI Person of the Year (2021), and Diversity Woman named her one of the Top 100 Black Women Executives. Vernā was elected as a Fellow of the College  of Law Practice Management, serves as a Board Member of UC Hastings College of Law’s Work Life Law program, and received the  Diversity Champion award from Pepper Hamilton LLP. She has been honored as one of the “25 Influential Black Women in Business”  by The Network Journal and celebrated as a “Diversity Hero” by The Massachusetts Lawyer’s Weekly. Earlier in her career, Vernā  held pivotal roles, such as the first Executive Director of The Boston Law Firm Group and Deputy Chief of Staff for the Attorney  General of Massachusetts. She also practiced corporate and real estate law for six years at Testa, Hurwitz & Thibeault LLP and Fitch,  Wiley, Richlin & Tourse LLP.

    29 min
  8. Season 9 - [EP 251] Benoni Tagoe (Talent Strategy and Entertainment Executive)

    10/06/2024

    Season 9 - [EP 251] Benoni Tagoe (Talent Strategy and Entertainment Executive)

    Launching his career as assistant to the Jonas Brothers, Benoni Tagoe quickly became a part of the band’s day-to-day management team and through that experience developed a keen sense of entrepreneurship. Since then, Tagoe has produced content for both TV and New Media on platforms that have collectively garnered over 20 million views. In a dual role, Tagoe was the Head of Business Development for Issa Rae Productions, which became HOORAE (The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl and HBO’s ‘Insecure’)and President of Raedio (Issa Rae’s music initiative).  Throughout his career Benoni has closed multiple joint venture record deals (Atlantic Records & Def Jam), podcast overall deals (Audible and Stitcher) and acted as a liaison between talent and securing funding for the next step of their careers.  Additionally, Benoni has been profiled as a “Modern Man” in Black Enterprise magazine for his work with his management & consulting company, The Bizz Plan, which has worked with various media brands, including Uninterrupted (LeBron James’ sports platform).

    24 min
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Mamas & Mochas, a heartfelt and unfiltered mini-series hosted by creative executive Neisha Tweed Bell, is changing the narrative on success, leadership, and motherhood. Part of the award-winning A Dose of Black Joy & Caffeine podcast, this six-episode special takes listeners on a journey through the magic and mess of balancing big careers with tiny humans. Produced by Adu Adu, creator of A Dose of Black Joy & Caffeine, this series marks the first time Adu has passed the mic, making it a historic moment as he prepares for the podcast's final season in 2025.

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