IDEA TENNIS

Jessica Velez-Benito & Asher Wright
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Welcome to Idea Tennis, hosted by Jessica Velez-Benito & Asher Wright. In this weekly podcast, we serve up thought-provoking questions designed to THINK deeper. Together, we’ll ELEVATE these ideas to new heights, NAVIGATE complex challenges, and NURTURE the growth of fresh insights. By the end of each conversation, we’ll INNOVATE new ways of thinking and provide actionable steps to help listeners SOLVE real-world challenges.TENNIS = Think, Elevate, Navigate, Nurture, Innovate, Solve/Serve

  1. JAN 26

    IT #46: Overwhelmed and Behind? How AI Becomes Your Silent Business Partner

    Asher breaks down his Role – Task – Condition – Standard – AAR framework from the military and shows you how to use it with AI so every tool you use actually has a job, a metric, and a way to improve next time. I share how I went from resisting AI to using tools like Comet, Perplexity, ChatGPT, Claude, and more every day to analyze content, optimize offers, and protect my energy. Mindset Coward: Lying Our Way to the Truth 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 💜 Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-p... Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram:   / asheralbertwright  📰 Subscribe to Asher’s Newsletter:  https://m2mweeklyintel.com (https://m2mweeklyintel.com/) 📆 Get on Asher’s Calendar:  https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widge... 📚 Join the Memoirs to Millions Community: memoirstomillsions.com    *Recorded Jan 19, 2026 *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    43 min

  2. JAN 15

    IT #45: I Quit Goal Setting (Here's What Worked Instead)

    If you have ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated by goals that looked good on paper but never became reality, this conversation will change how you approach success in 2026 and beyond. Mindset Coward: Lying Our Way to the Truth 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 🔔  Subscribe here:    / @jessicaandasher  💜 Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-page 👉 Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram:   / asheralbertwright  📰 Subscribe to Asher’s Newsletter:  https://m2mweeklyintel.com (https://m2mweeklyintel.com/) 📆 Get on Asher’s Calendar:  https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widge... 📚 Join the Memoirs to Millions Community: memoirstomillsions.com    *Recorded Jan 14, 2026 *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    1h 1m

  3. JAN 11

    IT #44: When Struggle Becomes Your Superpower

    What if the very moments that overwhelm you are the ones shaping who you’re becoming? In this powerful episode of Idea Tennis, Jessica and Asher unpack how gratitude, storytelling, and mindset shifts can transform life’s hardest seasons into defining breakthroughs. From deeply personal reflections to raw moments of vulnerability, this conversation explores how reframing challenges creates clarity, resilience, and purpose. You’ll hear how storytelling becomes a framework for healing and growth, why gratitude is not passive but powerful, and how learning to ask for help can change everything. Through emotional real-life experiences, including a life-altering medical event and meaningful moments tied to heritage and memory, this episode reveals how patience, community, and perspective turn struggle into strength. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, lonely, or unsure of your next step, this episode will help you shift from surviving to becoming. 🎾 In this episode, you’ll learn how to:• Use gratitude to regain clarity during overwhelming moments• Reframe problems into possibilities• Leverage storytelling for personal growth and healing• Navigate fear, loneliness, and uncertainty with confidence• Build resilience through vulnerability and community ✨ This is a conversation about becoming the investigator of your own life and choosing growth even when the path feels unclear. 👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT with your biggest takeaway. Mindset Coward: Lying Our Way to the Truth 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS  🔔  Subscribe here: www.youtube.com/@JessicaAndAsher💜 Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-page👉 Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successisyourrewardwithjess/ 👉 Follow Asher on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asheralbertwright/  📚 Join the Memoirs to Millions Community: memoirstomillsions.com    *Recorded Nov 24th 2025  *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    47 min

  4. 12/21/2025

    IT #43: The Lies We Tell Ourselves & The Courage to Stop 🎾

    If you have ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, this episode will challenge you to rethink the stories you believe and invite you to choose honesty over comfort. 🎾 Idea Tennis is where we challenge ideas, elevate thinking, and serve real conversations that spark growth. 👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs permission to tell themselves the truth. Thanks for watching — as always, keep serving with heart, building with boldness, and living out loud. Mindset Coward says, “Stay safe.” C.O.U.R.A.G.E. says, “Come alive.” Mindset Coward: Lying Our Way to the Truth 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 🔔  Subscribe here:    / @jessicaandasher💜  Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-p... Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram:   / asheralbertwright  👉 Find Asher's community @  https://memoirstomillions.com/  👉 Follow Vanessa on Instagram:   / vanessaiceton  👉 Contact Vanessa: https://pearlpsychological.com/  *Recorded Dec 16th 2025  *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    53 min

  5. 12/14/2025

    IT #42: Mindset Coward The Lie That’s Costing You Everything with Joshua Fields 🎾

    🎾 In this episode, you’ll discover• Why fear disguises itself as logic• How authenticity becomes a leadership advantage• The hidden cost of performing instead of living• What courage looks like in real life• Why community matters when truth feels heavy Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, creative, or someone navigating personal growth, this episode will stretch your thinking and invite you to step into truth with confidence. 📘 Learn more about Mindset Coward and the movement behind it.  https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 💬 Comment below with your biggest takeaway and share this episode with someone who needs it 🎧 Subscribe for weekly conversations that challenge your thinking and elevate your life. Your next breakthrough might be in the next episode! Thanks for watching — as always, keep serving with heart, building with boldness, and living out loud. 🔔  Subscribe here:    / @jessicaandasher💜  Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-p... Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram:   / asheralbertwright  👉 Find Asher's community @  https://memoirstomillions.com/    👉 Follow Joshua Fields on Instagram:   / joshuaafields  👉 Follow Music by J Fields on Instagram:   / musicbyjfields    *Recorded Dec 9th 2025  *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    1h 12m

  6. 11/30/2025

    IT #41: The Truth About Growth and Influence 🎾

    In this powerful episode of Idea Tennis, Jessica and Asher unpack how digital stages like Zoom have transformed their lives, expanded their influence, and opened doors to opportunities that once felt out of reach. This is a conversation about showing up, elevating your voice, and using the tools in front of you to build a life filled with purpose and impact. Jessica shares how she surpassed her 2025 stage goals and what she learned from leading with intention, clarity, and courage. Asher brings perspective on maturity, responsibility, and how every digital interaction becomes a moment of service. Together, they break down how virtual platforms can elevate your business, strengthen your mindset, and help you connect with the people who are aligned with your mission. Expect insights on confidence, clarity, mentorship, storytelling, and the discipline it takes to grow through every season. Whether you are building a business, refining your purpose, or finding your voice, this episode will shift how you show up and how you lead. 🎧 If you want to think bigger, move with intention, and use digital stages to change your life, this episode is for you. 👉 If this episode inspires you, drop a comment and tell us YOUR origin story or biggest breakthrough. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe — your next breakthrough might be in the next episode. Thanks for watching — as always, keep serving with heart, building with boldness, and living out loud. Mindset Coward: Lying Our Way to the Truth 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 🔔  Subscribe here:    / @jessicaandasher  💜 Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-page 👉 Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram: asheralbertwright 👉 Find Asher's community @  https://memoirstomillions.com/  *Recorded Nov 17, 2025  *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    42 min

  7. 11/23/2025

    IT #40: The Power You're Afraid to Use

    Unlock the power of community, resilience, and purpose in this inspiring episode of Idea Tennis with Asher and Jessica. This conversation takes you deep into the heart of what it means to grow, evolve, and stay grounded while building a life filled with intention. Asher shares his powerful transition from military life into authorship and entrepreneurship, revealing the mindset, discipline, and determination that shaped his journey to writing 86 books. Jessica and Asher explore the real meaning of community, why your seasons matter, and how vulnerability becomes the pathway to clarity and confidence. Thanks for watching — as always, keep serving with heart, building with boldness, and living out loud. Mindset Coward says, “Stay safe.” C.O.U.R.A.G.E. says, “Come alive.” 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 🔔  Subscribe here:    / @jessicaandasher💜  Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-p... Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram:   / asher.ra.sta  📚 Take the Memoirs to Millions Quiz:  https://memoirstomillions.scoreapp.com/ *Recorded Nov 11, 2025  *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    47 min

  8. 11/17/2025

    IT #39: From Discomfort to Breakthrough: What the Hot Seat Teaches You About Success 🎾

    Unlock your influence. Elevate your story. In this episode of Idea Tennis, Jessica and Asher break down the true power of storytelling, self-belief, and stepping into the hot seat as a catalyst for growth. We kick things off with a debrief of Asher’s hot seat session — unpacking the discomfort, clarity, and breakthroughs that come from being challenged in real time. From there, we dive into the foundations of brand positioning, marketing strategy, and why your origin story is your most valuable business asset. You’ll hear personal stories, raw insight, and powerful reminders about trusting your intuition, choosing yourself, and believing that your message matters. Jess shares lessons from her upcoming book Mindset Coward and opens up about her rare medical journey - offering both perspective and purpose. If you’re building a brand, growing a business, or stepping into a higher version of yourself… this episode was made for you. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to elevate your mindset, your marketing, and your momentum. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe - your next breakthrough might be in the next episode. Thanks for watching - as always, keep serving with heart, building with boldness, and living out loud. Mindset Coward says, “Stay safe.” C.O.U.R.A.G.E. says, “Come alive.” 📘 Available now: https://a.co/d/gAk9qeS 🔔  Subscribe here:    / @jessicaandasher💜  Join the Hustle with Heart Community Coaching Program: https://hustlewithheart.online/home-p... Follow Jessica on Instagram:   / successisyourrewardwithjess  👉 Follow Asher on Instagram:   / asheralbertwright   *Recorded Nov 4, 2025  *Views are our thoughts, opinions, and experiences, not financial, medical, or legal advice. Send us a text Support the show

    41 min
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Welcome to Idea Tennis, hosted by Jessica Velez-Benito & Asher Wright. In this weekly podcast, we serve up thought-provoking questions designed to THINK deeper. Together, we’ll ELEVATE these ideas to new heights, NAVIGATE complex challenges, and NURTURE the growth of fresh insights. By the end of each conversation, we’ll INNOVATE new ways of thinking and provide actionable steps to help listeners SOLVE real-world challenges.TENNIS = Think, Elevate, Navigate, Nurture, Innovate, Solve/Serve

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  • Creator
    Jessica Velez-Benito & Asher Wright
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 IDEA TENNIS
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