Koffee ChitChat

Paula
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Fun, laughter and motivating , getting your week started in a positive direction. A very inspirational podcast, always chatting with guest to engage listeners in great conversations that motivate and educate.

  1. 3D AGO

    A Country Songwriter Explains How Real Stories Become Music

    Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Nashville country singer-songwriter Sarah Harrelson to talk about how real life turns into lyrics that feel raw, honest, and true. She shares the childhood roots behind her storytelling, the lessons she learns after moving to Nashville, and why music can help people through the hardest days. • writing songs at age 10 as an emotional outlet after her parents split  • the story behind House Divided and growing up between two worlds  • how her grandfather’s bluegrass influence shapes her country storytelling  • the “I’m really in Nashville” moments  • why friends come to her for honest advice and how that honesty shows up in her songs  • how co-writers work and when she decides to keep a song for herself  • what her podcast Take A Walk Nashville and her book Turtle Tears add to her creative life  • performing for hospital patients and choosing songs that lift the room  • teasing new music including "It Can’t Rain All The Time"' out by April 3  Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    15 min

  2. MAR 30

    Strength In The Hardest Moments

    Send us Fan Mail A lot of people are carrying pain quietly, and it shows up as stress, shutdown, or a harsh story we keep telling ourselves. We’re joined by Sharon Jones, a licensed marriage and family therapist with decades of experience, to talk about what it looks like to choose healing on purpose and to stop feeding the chaos. Sharon shares why she created new children’s books and journals through Alabaster Moments Consultant LLC, and how her work is rooted in resilience, self-awareness, and compassion.  We start with the heart behind her children’s book, Tunu And The Buckets Of Strength, inspired by the late-in-life story her father finally shared before his passing. That story opens a bigger conversation about helping children talk about feelings early, building healthy coping skills, and reminding both kids and adults that strength can still be present in the middle of loss. Sharon explains how emotions need a safe outlet, how “anything shut down will begin to explode,” and why giving a child a voice can change a home and a classroom.  Then we shift into practical tools: guided journaling for healing, reflective prompts for teens and adults, and the idea that lived experience can be “medicine.” Sharon also introduces a powerful reframe: remembering life is a ceremony. From small celebrations to intentional rituals, she explains how ceremonies can support the mind, body, and spirit, and help us reset when life feels heavy. We wrap with what she’s creating next, including inspirational card sets, more journals, translation plans, and a new poetry project.  Subscribe for more Koffee Chit Chat, share this with someone who needs a gentler path to healing, and leave a review if the conversation helps. What’s one prompt or ceremony you want to try this week? Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    26 min

  3. MAR 16

    Behind the Praise: Conversation with a Gospel Artist

    Send us Fan Mail You can hear the difference between someone who can sing and someone who carries a message, and La'Kendria Ujah makes that difference plain. We talk with the Louisiana-born, Houston-based gospel artist about how Southern culture shapes the passion in her sound, and how she learned early that worship is never a one-person show. From joining the praise team at age 8 to seeing what worship can unlock in a room, she shares why leading praise comes with responsibility, not a spotlight. La'Kendria also opens up about the craft behind the calling. Directing a children’s choir trained her ear for soprano, alto, and tenor, and that skill set spilled straight into songwriting. Her process is deeply spiritual and surprisingly routine: melodies appear while cooking, praying, or getting ready for bed. If you’ve ever wondered how gospel songwriting works when it’s truly Holy Spirit-inspired, her answers are both practical and encouraging. Then we shift to her newest release, “Revival,” and what that word means beyond a trend. La'Kendria describes revival as God reclaiming lost territory, people reconciling to Christ, and believers being reignited to reach the lost. She gets personal about “getting roots” with God, the role of prayer, fasting, and consecration, and why worship transmits more than sound. If you’re feeling spiritually dry, her advice brings you back to Scripture, grace, and the power of the right community. Listen now, stream “Revival” on your favorite platform, then subscribe, share the episode, and leave us a review with your biggest takeaway. Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    19 min

  4. MAR 9

    Reinventing Mixers: How Fresh Victor Elevates Every Glass

    Send us Fan Mail A love story sparked a rethink of an entire category. When Ken MacKenzie  followed a friend to Guadalajara, he discovered tequila as a culinary spirit, nuanced, complex, and nothing like the neon shots many of us remember. That revelation set him on a path through brand building and, ultimately, to Fresh Victor, a cold-pressed mixer company designed to make great drinks fast without sacrificing craft. We dig into why the mix, two-thirds of the glass-deserves the same respect as the spirit. Ken explains how cold-pressing preserves brightness, aromatics, and texture, and why refrigeration is worth the logistics to deliver consistent, bar-quality results at home or in busy service. From jalapeño lime to cactus pear with pomegranate, and pineapple ginger to the foundational Mexican lime with agave, he shares how each flavor becomes a platform: add tequila, rum, mezcal, gin, bubbles, or simply top with sparkling water for an elevated zero-proof serve. We even talk kitchen crossovers, using these blends as marinades and dressings that bring citrus and spice to weekday cooking. Along the way, we explore the lasting shift toward low-ABV and spirit-free options, not as a fad but as an expansion of choice that lets everyone feel included. Ken opens up about entrepreneurship in CPG: why perseverance beats glamour, how to define two or three real points of difference, and what it takes to stay “all in” when the highs and lows hit hard. If you care about better flavor, smarter hosting, and drinks that match the quality of your food, this conversation will change how you stock your fridge and plan your next gathering. Enjoy the episode? Follow, share with a friend, and leave a quick review to help more curious drinkers find us. Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    21 min

  5. MAR 2

    How Faith-Fueled Leadership Turns Setbacks Into Strategy

    Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Bishop Kevin Foreman to trace a journey from Orange Mound to global ministry, exploring how faith, leadership, education, and health weave into a life of shalom. We share practical steps to pivot under pressure, reflect daily, and lead from the future with courage. • early lessons from danger and choice • calling to lead and embrace difference • kings and priests approach to work and worship • rise, collapse, and humility in business • God-made success versus self-made myth • founding Harvest Bible College for accessible depth • faith as the engine of visionary leadership • Fit Harvest and sustainable weight loss strategy • fasting as a rhythm for clarity and breakthrough • shalom as posture: panic less, pivot more • daily reflection to grow one percent at a time • winning strategies amid uncertainty and downturns Chitchatters, if you would like Bishop Freeman's merch, you can text Bishop, to 555498 to receive 10% off any of Bishop Foreman's books and select items Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    37 min

  6. 11/17/2025

    How A Simple Love Of Wine Turned Into A Community You Can Feel

    Send us Fan Mail Friendship tastes better when it’s shared, and that’s exactly how Through the Grapevine grew from a personal love of wine into a citywide community. In this episode, we sit down with the team behind the movement to explore how a simple passion became a welcoming club where novices, enthusiasts, and certified sommeliers learn side by side, with no gatekeeping, just good pours and even better conversation. We dive into the tools and tricks that turn tasting into confidence, starting with the Five S’s: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Savor. From unlocking aromas to pairing for holidays or choosing bottles that match your mood, we break wine down in plain English. Learn why rainfall can change flavor year to year, how soil and sun shape Albariño’s zest, why Montepulciano feels cozy by the fire, and when a zippy Sauvignon Blanc shines at Thanksgiving. Through the Grapevine is more than wine knowledge, it’s about connection. We talk event design and vendor partnerships that spark interaction, like Italian nights with passionate distributors, haunted wine walks through Marietta Square, and even Taco Bell pairing nights. Atlanta’s thriving wine scene brings bottles from California, Oregon, and beyond into reach, while their online community keeps the conversation flowing with virtual tastings, bottle notes, and recommendations for friends near and far. Join us for the stories behind their favorite moments, tips for choosing wine confidently, seasonal picks, and ways to make tasting an experience, not just a pour. Whether you’re staring at a menu guessing or already a budding sommelier, this episode is your invitation to sip, learn, and connect, one shared glass at a time. Follow them: Instagram: @throughthegreatvineATL Website: throughthegrapevineinc.com Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with your current go-to bottle, your pick might be the next pour. Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    25 min

  7. 11/10/2025

    Purpose Over Fear: Turning Pain Into Someone Else’s Breakthrough

    Send us Fan Mail What if the book you’re dreaming about is only the beginning? We sit down with publisher, coach, and minister Timothy Fleming Jr. to unpack how a single story can grow into a purpose-driven movement that changes lives. From his early love for writing to launching TNJ Publishers and the Kingdom Launchpad. We dig into the craft of storytelling-how to shape your lived experience into a clear message that lands with the right people, and then we go further. Timothy maps out how to translate a manuscript into programs, mentorship, live events, and community, all designed to help readers apply what they learn. Faith is the throughline. Timothy talks about leading with biblical principles in business, setting values-based boundaries with clients, and reframing money as a servant rather than a master.  If you’ve wondered how to price your worth without guilt, how to share a hard story without shrinking, or how to build a movement rooted in service rather than hype, this conversation will meet you where you are. Subscribe, share with a friend who’s sitting on a story, and leave a review to tell us: what mission are you ready to make bigger than your fear? Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    22 min

  8. 10/20/2025

    Planning with Purpose with Victor L. Smith

    Send us Fan Mail We sit down with wedding planner Victor L. Smith to explore how a simple church favor blossomed into a referral-only business rooted in trust, clear contracts, and calm execution. From vendor vetting to modern-day traditions, Victor shares actionable advice to help couples protect their budgets and fully enjoy their big day. In this episode, we cover: • Victor’s origin story  from media director to wedding planner • The difference between a planner and a coordinator (and when to hire each) • Stress-free timelines and packages that actually work • The people skills behind word-of-mouth success • Vendor vetting, contracts, and risk prevention tips • His partnership with Aunt Jackie and approach to inclusive planning • Groom style trends and creative tradition swaps • Finding balance through therapy and intentional rest • Expanding to new venues and destination weddings If you’re planning a wedding or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers practical steps to protect your budget, lower stress, and design moments that feel authentically you. Subscribe for more candid chats over coffee, share this episode with a friend who’s engaged, and leave a review with the tradition you’d reinvent next. Support the show  “That’s it for today’s brew of inspiration on Koffee Chitchat. Take what filled your cup today and pour it into someone else’s life.”

    18 min
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Fun, laughter and motivating , getting your week started in a positive direction. A very inspirational podcast, always chatting with guest to engage listeners in great conversations that motivate and educate.

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  • Creator
    Paula
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Koffee ChitChat
  • Show Website
    Koffee ChitChat