54 episodes

Welcome to The Journey podcast, a weekly podcast that delves into the captivating stories of purpose-driven achievers on their quest for living their best lives. Hosted by serial entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Blavity Inc., Morgan DeBaun, and features a diverse lineup of guests such as Emmy-nominated actors, elite athletes, experienced doulas, viral social media influencers, eco-conscious pioneers, and more.

Tune in for empowering conversations sharing personal growth and self-discovery experiences. Embark on The Journey with us!

The Journey with Morgan DeBaun Morgan DeBaun

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    • 5.0 • 2.7K Ratings

Welcome to The Journey podcast, a weekly podcast that delves into the captivating stories of purpose-driven achievers on their quest for living their best lives. Hosted by serial entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Blavity Inc., Morgan DeBaun, and features a diverse lineup of guests such as Emmy-nominated actors, elite athletes, experienced doulas, viral social media influencers, eco-conscious pioneers, and more.

Tune in for empowering conversations sharing personal growth and self-discovery experiences. Embark on The Journey with us!

    The Secrets to a Top-Ranking Podcast: A Conversation with Hala Taha

    The Secrets to a Top-Ranking Podcast: A Conversation with Hala Taha

    This week, Morgan DeBaun is sitting down with Hala Taha, host of Young and Profiting Podcast and CEO of YAP Media. Together, they are discussing all things podcasting, from setting a podcast up for success to what it takes to monetize a show.
    In the episode, Hala shares her journey from her roots in radio to becoming a leading figure in the podcasting industry. She lays out how she got her first few podcast and social media clients, and what inspired her to create her now-thriving podcast network. Hala also unveils the secrets behind her podcast's success, from her intentional utilization of LinkedIn to her commitment to showing up within the podcast apps.
    Moreover, Hala provides a behind-the-scenes look into the monetization strategies that her network uses to secure advertisements for podcasts like The Journey. Morgan and Hala discuss brand safety in the podcasting sphere, as well as how they've each handled hiring creatives for their respective businesses.
    Tune in to hear exactly what it takes to find success in the podcasting world, and learn from the exemplary experiences of Hala and Morgan along the way. Don't forget to leave a rating and review to show your support for the show!

    More from Hala:
    https://www.youngandprofiting.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/yapwithhala?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

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    • 53 min
    Want to Quit Your 9-5 Job? Here's What You Need to Do!

    Want to Quit Your 9-5 Job? Here's What You Need to Do!

    Join Morgan DeBaun on The Journey podcast as she unveils the essential steps for financially priming yourself to make the leap from your 9 to 5 job to pursuing your side hustle full-time.
    Discover a comprehensive guide, straight from Morgan's own experiences, ensuring you're equipped for the journey ahead. From clandestine day jobs to budgeting tricks like taking home leftovers, Morgan reveals the gritty realities of entrepreneurship. Despite discomfort, her story showcases the immense payoff awaiting those committed to the entrepreneurial path.
    Dive into this masterclass for entrepreneurs and get ready to revolutionize your financial readiness. Grab your headphones and get set to embark on your entrepreneurial voyage!

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    • 23 min
    The Korean Vegan: How Joanne Molinaro Created A Thriving Community Online

    The Korean Vegan: How Joanne Molinaro Created A Thriving Community Online

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    Joanne recounts how she got started posting her plant-based creations on social media, igniting a passion that would eventually grow into a thriving online community. She and Morgan explore the power of leveraging different platforms to connect with diverse audiences and the importance of building an independent online presence beyond social media's whims.
    The conversation takes a poignant turn as they discuss problematic societal beauty standards perpetuated by trends like Ozempic. Morgan bravely shares her own struggles with body image postpartum, and they challenge the notion that all bodies are supposed to look a certain way.
    They move into a discussion on the concept of Blue Zones, and Joanne shares strategies for optimizing diet and lifestyle to promote longevity and well-being. She provides invaluable insights into crafting a balanced vegan diet while challenging conventional norms of what meals should look like.
    Through this conversation, Morgan and Joanne offer listeners an opportunity to question norms and embrace holistic approaches to health. There is also so much to learn about cultivating a thriving community in the online space. Tune in to the episode, and make sure to leave a rating and review to show your support of The Journey!
    More from Joanne:
    https://thekoreanvegan.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/thekoreanvegan
    https://www.youtube.com/thekoreanvegan
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    • 48 min
    Healing in a Toxic Culture: Attachment, Addiction, and Psychedelics ft. Dr. Gabor Maté

    Healing in a Toxic Culture: Attachment, Addiction, and Psychedelics ft. Dr. Gabor Maté

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    Dr. Maté opens up about his own childhood experiences as a Jewish infant in occupied Hungary, where abandonment and trauma shaped his early years and later influenced his relationships with his children and career. Through personal reflection, Morgan shares her own experiences of growing up with a father whose demanding career kept him often away, and her tendency towards workaholism. She shares how she intends to do things differently with her own child.
    As the discussion unfolds, Dr. Maté delves into his belief that we are living in a toxic culture, where stress and societal pressures take a toll on our mental and physical health. He highlights the direct link between our minds and bodies, particularly evident in marginalized groups facing systemic racism. Dr. Maté and Morgan discuss how it is in this context that parents are expected to raise children, and how cultural parenting norms often contradict intuitive caregiving practices, driven by economic necessities rather than emotional well-being.
    The episode wraps up with an eye-opening discussion on the potential of psychedelics in healing trauma, with Dr. Maté sharing the emerging research and the need for better access to these powerful tools in mental health care.
    To learn more about Dr. Gabor Maté's work discussed in this episode, check out his books The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing In A Toxic Culture and Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need To Matter More Than Peers.
    Tune in to this insightful episode, and make sure to leave a rating and review to show your support for these incredibly powerful conversations being had week after week!

    More from Dr. Gabor Maté:
    https://drgabormate.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/gabormatemd?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

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    • 50 min
    Ask Me Anything! Morgan Answers YOUR Questions

    Ask Me Anything! Morgan Answers YOUR Questions

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    You asked, and now Morgan is answering! This week Morgan DeBaun is sitting down for a Q&A session to answer your questions from social media, covering everything from investing, motherhood, marketing, and more!
    Morgan is spilling the tea on business partnerships, Facebook ads, burnout, and even what she'd tell her thirteen-year-old self. Plus she's sharing what sleep has been like with a baby at home, and getting real about work-life balance as a new mom.
    Tune in and take a peek inside Morgan's mind as she goes deep into everything you want to know! Make sure you're following Morgan on Instagram where you can submit your own questions to be answered right here on a future episode of The Journey!
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    https://www.instagram.com/ceospringbreak/

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    • 24 min
    How Tabitha Brown Built Her Business Empire

    How Tabitha Brown Built Her Business Empire

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    This week, Morgan DeBaun sits down with social media personality, actress, and author Tabitha Brown for a captivating look at her journey to create a business empire. This episode is a behind-the-scenes peek at how Tabitha manages various business ventures, covering everything from her schedule and team to how she makes faith-based decisions on what to do next.
    Tabitha reveals how she responded to the call from God to start creating content on social media back in 2017, and how that decision opened the door for life-changing collaborations with the likes of McCormick and Target. She explains the team she created to support her as she navigated the budding world of social media and entrepreneurship.
    Tabitha and Morgan get into a conversation on balance, with Tabitha emphasizing the importance of scheduling breaks to avoid burnout and Morgan speaking on the challenges she's faced navigating work as a new mom. They also discuss content creation and the self-work that goes into showing up authentically online.
    Finally, they touch on Tabitha's new book, I Did A New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free, and the challenge she presents readers with to try something new every day.
    Tune in for a candid conversation filled with business wisdom, words of faith, and Tabitha's unique charm. Like what you hear? Make sure to leave a rating and review wherever you listen!

    More from Tabitha:
    https://www.instagram.com/iamtabithabrown
    https://www.iamtabithabrown.com

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    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
2.7K Ratings

2.7K Ratings

Nae2993 ,

Gem after gem!

From the interviews to the solo episodes, Morgan is always dropping gems. As an entrepreneur myself, I really love that she keeps it real. She doesn’t just tell the glamorous side, but really talks about the behind-the-scenes of starting, running & growing a business. With every listen, I’m either feeling affirmed or feeling inspired. It’s just so good!

LushesMocha ,

Morgan DeBaun inspires generations

I’ve been a fan of Morgan and she’s been an inspiration to me for years. Listening to her and Tabitha Brown on the podcast was such a blessing. They covered all the topics I’ve struggled with especially suppressing my dreams to do what I’m “supposed” to do.
This episode was a beautiful reminder to keep working towards my dreams little by little and now that I’ve left my 9-5 I will take full advantage of my freedom to build the life and career of my dreams.

If you’re new to the podcast, go ahead and subscribe, start with the episode with Tab and stay to collect all the beautiful gems from Morgan and her guests. 🩷

Linda K Gonzales ,

Amazing show

Great show,

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