Virago 24/7 Lyanette Talley

Send us a Text Message.Navigating the interwoven complexities of family and work has never been a stroll in the park, and every choice comes with its share of second-guessing. Join me, Lyanette Talley, as I lay bare my own intricate dance of stepping into an interim manager role at Innovative Smiles while fiercely guarding my husband Philip's interests. Our journey together in this episode also weaves through the emotional battlefield that is my stepmother Karen's terminal cancer diagnosis. I...

Send us a Text Message.Facing unseen challenges in a relationship can feel like navigating a ship through a foggy night, unsure of what's ahead. Join us as we chart the waters of spiritual blindness in marriage, where hidden forces threaten the bond between partners. Together, we discuss the power of vigilance and prayer in guarding our unions and share personal stories that shine a light on the struggles we face internally—those battles that test both our human insecurities and our higher as...

Send us a Text Message.When Philip and I escaped to Tybee Island, little did we know that our new condo's acoustics would become the backdrop for a heart-to-heart on marriage that's as real as it gets. It's not every day you find two lovebirds willing to spill the beans on keeping the fires burning after 18 years, but here we are—juggling humor, honesty, and a dash of warrior spirit. Join us as we wander through the winding paths of partnership, from the profound to the practical (yes, even d...

Send us a Text Message.Have you ever caught yourself mimicking your parents' approach to raising kids, for better or worse? That's one of the many topics we tore into with UK-based parenting guru Kathy Bowers, who joined me, Lyanette Talley, for a candid talk on Virago 24/7. With Kathy's seasoned insights, we navigate the complex waters of family communication, shedding light on the silent power of non-verbal cues and the significance of confronting our own personal challenges to improve fami...

Send us a Text Message.I never thought I'd find myself back in the trenches of dental practice management, yet here I am, sharing the unexpected twists of my 2024. My journey this year is a tapestry of work and leisure. As I reflect on my experience with working with my husband in his dental practice, and the unique managerial challenges it brought, I'm considering dusting off my leadership hat. Join me in unraveling the threads of valuing time and the nuanced dance of stepping back into a ro...

Send us a Text Message.I, Lyanette Talley, continue the conversation with Philip, Justin, and Milky. This week's episode of Virago 24/7 is a beacon of insight for those charting a course through blended families. With raw honesty, we dissect the delicate balance between building bonds, handling feelings of invisibility due to absentee biological parents, and the seismic aftershocks of past betrayals on our ability to trust and love again.Amidst the ebb and flow of family life, we also shine a...