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Episode 21: Mother-Daughter Series with The Batsons: Mrs. Liz, Dorneisha, and Leyla

**Before listening to this episode, you may want to listen to Episode 18: Holding Space - Honoring, Loss, Longing, and all Forms of Mothering**
The DDQ Podcast: Mothers & Daughters series is a special collection of powerful conversations celebrating the unique bond between mothers and daughters across generations. In each episode, we share authentic stories, laughter, lessons, and love as we explore how these relationships shape identity, resilience, and purpose. Whether you're a mother, daughter, or simply someone who cherishes deep connections, this series offers inspiration, reflection, and a reminder of the strength we carry through one another.

Episode 20: Mother-Daughter Series with Queen Esther, Sheandria Madie, and Tiani

**Before listening to this episode, you may want to listen to Episode 18: Holding Space - Honoring, Loss, Longing, and all Forms of Mothering**
The DDQ Podcast: Mothers & Daughters series is a special collection of powerful conversations celebrating the unique bond between mothers and daughters across generations. In each episode, we share authentic stories, laughter, lessons, and love as we explore how these relationships shape identity, resilience, and purpose. Whether you're a mother, daughter, or simply someone who cherishes deep connections, this series offers inspiration, reflection, and a reminder of the strength we carry through one another.

Episode 19: Mother-Daughter Special with Sonda Parham & Ricki Gordon

**Before listening to this episode, you may want to listen to Episode 18: Holding Space - Honoring, Loss, Longing, and all Forms of Mothering**
The DDQ Podcast: Mothers & Daughters series is a special collection of powerful conversations celebrating the unique bond between mothers and daughters across generations. In each episode, we share authentic stories, laughter, lessons, and love as we explore how these relationships shape identity, resilience, and purpose. Whether you're a mother, daughter, or simply someone who cherishes deep connections, this series offers inspiration, reflection, and a reminder of the strength we carry through one another.
 

Episode 18: Holding Space – Honoring Loss, Longing and All Forms of Mothering

Hey QueenSiS, this is a brief episode of sacred pause.
Next month, in honor of Mother’s Day, we are featuring special conversations between mothers and daughters. But first, we want to take the time to acknowledge that Mother’s Day can be a time of joy and pain for many. This episode is our way of showing honor and understanding for all paths of ‘mothering’.

Episode 17 - Creating All Things Good with Dorneisha Batson

Dorneisha M. Batson was born in Upper Marlboro, MD in 1981. She moved to Beaufort, SC in 1988. Coming from two different areas molded her creativity. She is predominately an abstract artist in the area of painting and drawing.  Her pieces are bold and colorful and meant to make the viewer escape the world around them. Dorneisha completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management at Park University in 2006 and Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design at the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2010.  She had her first solo art show in Beaufort in 2013 and showcased her work in numerous cities in the United States as well as London, England. Her pieces are currently on display in numerous locations in Beaufort, SC, Washington, DC, New York, NY, and London, England.
QueenSiS, you can connect with Dorneisha at these links:
https://justdorneisha.com/
https://www.instagram.com/justdorneisha/

Episode 16 - Squeezing the Sponge with Angela Simmons

Angela Simmons has worked in higher education for 30 years at various mid-sized and large universities in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states and currently serves as the Vice Chancellor for Student Development at the University of South Carolina Beaufort.  She has her B.S. and M.S. degrees from Mississippi State University and an Ed.D. from Florida State University. Angela’s previous roles include Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs at Virginia Tech and Assistant Dean of Students at Florida State. Angela lives in Beaufort with her husband Dave and their very spoiled cat. In her spare time, Angela can be found reading a book, sitting on a beach, or Googling to support her curiosity habit.
In addition to her work in higher education,  Angela has served on various boards, to include chairperson for Hopeful Horizons, and board member for Bluffton Self Help. Service missions resonate her on a personal level as someone who grew up in a family with limited financial resources and is keenly aware of how the services provided by charitable organizations can transform the lives of those most impacted by socioeconomic disparities and inequities.
Angela is also an executive coach, with a particular focus on women of color in the academy. Connect with her today QueenSiS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-simmons-164043262/
 

Episode 15 - Give Them Their Flowers with Ruthie Mae Johnson

This episode is extra special. I have the honor of sitting down with someone who has shaped my life in more ways than I can count — my Aunt Ruthie Mae Johnson, who is 83 years blessed, and full of grace, joy, and wisdom. She is my mother's oldest sister, and a mother to me in so many ways!
In this conversation, we talk about friendships, her years spent living and working in New York, how to prepare for what you prayed for, and why it matters to give people their flowers while they’re still here.
I hope this conversation with my Aunt fills your heart the way it filled mine. These are the moments that remind us to celebrate our elders, cherish our roots, and never stop dreaming — no matter our age. If you were moved by something you heard today, take a moment to call someone you love. Say thank you. Make a lunch date with them, and give them their flowers!

Episode 14 - The Queen's Roundtable: Part II

Part II of our special #Herstory month edition of the DDQ Podcast! Featured Guests from January - March 2025 share their feedback and favorite lessons from other guests.

Episode 13 - The Queen's Roundtable - Part I

This is a special #Herstory month edition of the DDQ Podcast! Featured Guests from January - March 2025 share their feedback and favorite lessons from other guests.

Episode 12 - The Sisterhood and a Mighty Long Way with Rhonda Greene

Radiant – as in beautiful on the inside and outside. Real – as in 100%, straight with no chaser. Righteous - not only in terms of her faith walk, but in terms of her stance on the side of justice and equity. That’s Rhonda Greene. She is the amazing mom of an amazing 15-year-old young man. Her previous role was as a Senior United States probation officer for the eastern District of Virginia Richmond division where she was responsible for the daily operations of a United States federal drug court program. She is a certified substance therapist and has worked in the profession for over 27 years. She is a proud graduate of the Virginia State University, where she received her undergrad and master’s degrees. Rhonda currently works at Matoaca high school as a school security officer and it is her greatest work yet. Tune in to hear how this native New Yorker’s journey in life has brought her from what she calls ‘a mighty long way’!
To get in contact with Rhonda, send her a message on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhonda.greene.908
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