In 2020, a doctor handed me a scan of my brain. It showed 40 lesions. That was my "line of demarcation"—the moment my world split into "before" and "after" the MS diagnosis. In that cold, clinical room, I realized that my voice (my Sauti) was the one thing the disease couldn't take, but it was up to me to make sure it was heard. This Sony ZV E-10 isn't just a piece of tech I bought to look "professional." It is a weapon of Fearless Productivity. It’s the tool I chose to ensur

Why You Should Watch This Episode: The Leap of Faith [ 08:39 ]:  Hear Tanya’s honest account of leaving the safety of corporate America to fully bet on her writing and creative path. Healing Through Movement [ 24:27 ]:  Learn about "Shake It Off with Tanya," a unique somatic experience combining Zumba and mindfulness to help you feel, move, and let go of stored trauma. Global Inspiration [ 27:36 ]:  Get inspired by Tanya's transformative travels, particularly her deep spiritu

Why This Discussion is Important to Listen Into We live in a world that loves to celebrate the finished product but rarely discusses the process. This conversation is crucial because Cornelius gives us a literal roadmap to resilience.

I am absolutely buzzing to announce that I will be continuing my service as Board Chair of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival for 2026! Looking back on my five years with this board—three of them as Chair—I’m filled with so much gratitude. We’ve navigated some wild waters together, steering this ship through a global pandemic and a shifting landscape for the arts. But you know what? We didn’t just survive; we adapted. We evolved. This organization, founded by the visionary To

There is something undeniably powerful about being in a room—virtual or physical—where stories are not just told, but honored. As I reflect on my journey as the writer of LYRICS  and my time with the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival (ABTF), I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude. For me, theatre has always been about more than entertainment; it’s about connection. As a storyteller born in Jamaica and raised in Roosevelt, NY, my mission remains the same: to help voi