Episodios

  • Ep 1 " More Money...More Lawyers with K. Martinez"

    Ep 1 " More Money...More Lawyers with K. Martinez"
    Oct 4 2018

    Evolve Benton celebrates their first episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS and their love for LGBT history month. Evolve sits down with K. Martinez to discuss their journey as diversity and inclusion professional. K. Martinez was recently wrong termination as Mazzoni Center’s first Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). K. Martinez drops some major gems about preparing yourself for diversity work, professional and lived experience advice for trans/gender non-conforming folks and opens up about their relationship to wellness. 
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    42 m
  • Ep 2 - The Power of Manifestation with Nick from Studology 101

    Ep 2 - The Power of Manifestation with Nick from Studology 101
    Nov 18 2018
    On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS host Evolve Benton drops some tips on dealing with grief, embracing the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos ) and letting go of toxic relationships. Evolve invites Nick formally known as Pookz from Studology 101 to the show to talk about the history of Studology 101, the power manifestation and how to build a Youtube business with family. Studology 101 is a LGBTQ-inspired YouTube channel by Nick and DZ, a pair of friends that wanted showcase positive images for the younger LGBTQ generation. The duo prides themselves on giving advice to anyone in need – no matter their age or sexual orientation, which has garnered them quite a huge following on YouTube and various other video channels. In this episode you’ll discover: The power of manifestation Tips for taking your youtube channel to the next level How to let go of toxic relationships Nicks favorite pizza spot "Serious Pizza" http://seriouspizza.com/ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review, subscribing and sharing the show. It will help us to keep delivering incredible information for you every month! Learn more about Evolve at https://www.evolvebenton.com/ and find the podcast exclusively on https://lesbionyx.com/ Join the movement and check out Studology 101 on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2MvxVZxQNDnowkkaoE4MQ
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    52 m
  • Ep 3 - New Year, Best You, Building a Wellness Ritual with Zami Tinashe Hyemingway

    Ep 3 - New Year, Best You, Building a Wellness Ritual with Zami Tinashe Hyemingway
    Dec 31 2018
    On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS Evolve sits down and talks to their wellness coach Zami Tinashe Hyemingway. Over the course of year working with Zami, Evolve shifted their wellness ritual, build extreme strength and found their path as a motivational speaker and wellness lover. Zami is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and received a certification in nutrtion from the Shaw Academy. He identifies as a Trans of Center healer and coach. Zami also has a Masters in Social Work from Arizona State University as well as a Masters in Arts and Social Transformation from Pacific School of Religion, allowing him to use a holistic framework based in mind, body and spiritual healing and wellness. He has experience working with People living with HIV/AIDS, Gender Dysphoria as well as Body Dysmorphia, and working with people with a history of disordered eating, as well as survivors of violence. Zami believes in using love as an ethic for liberation and uses his work as a trainer, life coach and spiritual leader, to help others learn to forgive and heal themselves, through physical and spiritual wellbeing, in hopes that people will practice more love and compassion for others, by practicing it on themselves. Learn more about Zami’s work at https://www.spirituswellness.org/
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    1 h y 5 m
  • Ep 4 - Miller Time Resisting the Status Quo

    Ep 4 - Miller Time Resisting the Status Quo
    Mar 20 2019

    On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS Evolve sits down and connects with Miller. Miller (they/them), is a world traveler, social entrepreneur, and foodie who enjoys connecting with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. They have held leadership and executive roles in both the nonprofit and corporate sectors, and is a passionate advocate for empowering others through leadership development. Currently, Miller supports brands and businesses with digital marketing and equity, inclusion, & diversity strategies. Miller is co-host of an amazing podcast called “Queer and Married” with their wife Rashida KhanBey Miller. Check out Queer and Married https://www.queerandmarried.com/ Learn more about BOI MEETS WELLNESS https://lesbionyx.com/boi-meets-wellness-podcast Learn more about Evolve Benton https://www.evolvebenton.com/
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    1 h
  • Ep 5- Her Sweet Release featuring Bakari Jones

    Ep 5- Her Sweet Release featuring Bakari Jones
    Apr 3 2019

    On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS Evolve sits down with Bakari Jones. Bakari Jones is a consultant, speaker, web developer, and event producer based in Baltimore, Maryland. Bakari has a passion for working with those that have traditionally been marginalized including Black, women, and LGBTQ communities. In March 2018 she launched a new event series called for Black women who love Black women called Her Sweet Release . Fun fact: Evolve and Bakari share the same birthday, August 12th. Learn more about Bakari here http://www.bakarijones.com/ Catch up on the latest episodes of BOI MEETS WELLNESS https://anchor.fm/boi-meets-wellness Connect with Evolve Benton www.evolvebenton.com/
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    1 h y 2 m
  • Ep 6- Building a Phenomenal Wellness Routine with B Kelley

    Ep 6- Building a Phenomenal Wellness Routine with B Kelley
    Apr 17 2019

    On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS Evolve sits down with B Kelley aka DJ BE Phenomenal. Bethany Kelley aka DJ BE Phenomenal is on a mission to help bring out the most PHENOMENAL aspects of people globally. As a motivational speaker and DJ, She always knew her purpose was to help people help themselves. Armed with a Masters in Social Work Administration from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Kentucky State University, she has committed her life to service. She continues to spread her message from the boardroom, to the prison yard, and any place else that her PHENOMENAL message is needed. Evolve and B Kelley discuss the power of setting boundaries with those you love, incorporating wellness into your life and how to build a solid relationship.

     

    Learn more about B Kelley here 

    Connect with Evolve Benton at  www.evolvebenton.com/

     

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    33 m
  • What does BOI Mean? featuring Evolve Benton Season 2-Episode 1

    What does BOI Mean? featuring Evolve Benton Season 2-Episode 1
    Sep 18 2019

    On this episode of BOI MEETS WELLNESS, Evolve Benton introduces Season II of BOI Meets Wellness. Evolve breaks down what inspired BOI Meets Wellness and discusses the writing process of their poetry collection SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love. Evolve also takes some time to review the online course Podcast Paradise. 

    In this episode you’ll discover:

    • What is Podcast Paradise?
    • How to build capacity to grow your projects?
    • The pro’s of mind mapping 
      The Proven Path From Blank Page to Published
      SIR: poetry dedicated to boihood and black queer love
      Find SIR on Amazon
    • Weekly wellness tip
    • How to write your first book
    • How to set boundaries and say “no”

     

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    Learn more and get more resources at boimeetswellness.com 

     
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    12 m
  • LGBTQ Money Management featuring the Trans Capitalist - Season 2- Episode 2

    LGBTQ Money Management featuring the Trans Capitalist - Season 2- Episode 2
    Sep 19 2019

    On this episode of BOI Meets Wellness Evolve sits down and talk to K. Kenneth Davis aka the Trans Capitalist. K.Kenneth Davis aka "Mr. Davis" is a Proud Black Transgender Financial Literacy Advocate for primarily the Transgender & LGBQIA Communities. This weeks Evolve provides the audience with an abundance affirmation to build generational wealth. 

     

    In this episode you’ll discover:

    • Introduction to the Trans Capitalist 
    • LGBTQ finance disparities
    • Money Management
    • Reconnecting with your money goals 
    • Learn more about Magnifty Money 
    • The power of setting up automatic payments 
    • Affirmation of the Week 
    • Family abandonment and taking risk
    • Evolve's Financial Advisor Dominique Brown 
    • The Trans Capitalist Youtube Videos 

    This is a Mar Media, LLC. Production 

    Learn more and get more resources at boimeetswellness.com 
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    57 m