Podcasts by Confessions of a Young Adult’s Life

Jesus Year - Happy Birthday to Me from 2023-12-13T07:58:30

Today is my birthday and I finally found time to record something. This is my wrap up for the age of 32. I’m so glad to be here and to be alive. It is my hope that 33 will be good to me.

On the Road Again from 2023-10-21T20:18:02

In this episode, I give you some relationship updates, status on my move, and advice for future potential movers. Let’s talk about the full circle journey!

There Goes My Baby from 2023-10-09T21:45

In this episode I give y’all brief insight on my new Beau. Y’all this man different! And he for me. Let’s talk about it.

D.O.R. (Death of Roster) from 2023-09-29T16:00

The roster has now come to an end and the dating pool is still crazy! This episode also includes some health updates.

PTSD, Health, and Roster Updates from 2023-09-23T13:00

Just a check in about where I am with all the things happening in my evolving world.

Heal Bro from 2023-09-15T16:00

In this episode I talk about Black men and therapy. As I’ve been on this healing journey, I’ve open up the conversation with my roster to see how they have been practicing self care. One essential ...

Dating on the Blue App from 2023-09-13T12:00

Hey y’all, I’m back in these online dating streets! Let’s talk about it.

Grown Woman Era from 2023-09-06T21:46:44

Low audio, still a good episode. Listen closely peeps. Discussing where I am now in relationship with myself, the Lord, and others.

I Got the Blues from 2023-08-29T13:33:37

Let’s talk about how Blue came back and completely disrupted my life. For absolutely nothing! I’m currently on the road to recovery and not choosing violence

We Back and Better! from 2023-08-26T14:22:34

So, apparently I’m not done. Welcome to Season 7!

End Of An Era: Farewell Friends from 2023-07-30T16:42:08

Cheers to the end of an era. This is the final episode of Confessions. I want to say thank you so much for all the support shown with this show. I never knew that I would have so much to say or ...

Late Night Confessions from 2023-02-18T03:25:12

Rambling and discussing how I am navigating through grief, high functioning situational depression, and life. These are my confessions

Maturing in Love from 2023-02-15T01:11:51

Happy Valentine's Day y'all! The International love day put me in a mood and so I thought I would come share with you. This is a story of my journey in romantic love and maturity over the last 3...

Per My Last Email from 2022-12-03T01:33:47

In this episode I give you all insight on how life is going with my new job and what it is like being a person of color working in a predominately white organization. 

Homework for the Heart with Devin from 2022-11-13T13:53:27

In this episode Devin and I have a conversation about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. We take concepts from his book “Homework For the Heart” and expand on them for the audience to get bo...

Beyoncé vs The Church from 2022-11-05T17:27:35

In this episode I discuss my thoughts on the not so recent controversy of Beyoncé's song "Church Girl" from her latest album Renaissance. 

God, I Got Questions. from 2022-10-30T00:16:23

In this episode, I share my very vulnerable journey of how I got where I am today. This episode reveals what it feels like to be hopeless in a season where you’re trying to trust God to be a loving...

Express Yourself with Kiarra Charles from 2022-10-28T00:37:20

Hey y'all, welcome!

So, this is an annotated version of a conversation I had with Author Kiarra Charles about her book "Loud Whispers: A Book of Poems and Pictures." To watch the full ver...

Where You Been Bri? from 2022-10-23T02:10:11

I guess it's time to get the party started again right? Here's a soft launch into what we are going to be talking about for Season 6 of the Confessions Podcast. This season is called "Taking Courag...

On Dealing with Mental Health from 2022-09-29T10:32:12

Very vulnerable conversation on my battle with mental health during the month of September. In honor of 2020 #worldmentalhealthday. Disclaimer: My apologies about the background noise, apparently m...

Thirty-WON (Bonus Episode: "Happy Birthday Bri!") from 2021-12-13T13:00

Special episode where I recap year 30 and the victory I have going into 31. This is worth the listen!

Forgiveness/Wrap Up 5.0 from 2021-11-26T17:00

It’s the Season Finale!!! In this episode I talk to you about actively forgiving those who hurt me and lessons I learned away about myself in 2021. This year has been hard but it’s so important for...

Let’s Talk About Sex from 2021-11-19T17:00

This episode was hard for me, I ain’t gone lie! Today we discuss how purity culture opens the door for shame and how ill prepared I was about understanding sexuality, sex, and church culture surrou...

Learning Interdependence from 2021-11-12T17:00

In this episode I discuss why community is important and upon failing doing everything myself. I started hiring other people. Few tech issues, sorry! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: ...

Checking In from 2021-11-05T16:00

I went back to therapy! In this episode we talk about the importance of therapy and why you should check in on your mental health BEFORE the crisis happens. I also discuss some of the revelations I...

It’s Me!: How Red Flag Twitter Brought Me To Revelation from 2021-10-29T16:00

This is quick fun episode about the Red Flag phenomenon on Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor...

The Breakup from 2021-10-22T16:00

In this episode I catch you all up on dating in my 30s. I was in a whole relationship out here and I failed at it too. Let’s talk about how I messed up. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anch...

Sober Evaluation Of Self from 2021-10-15T16:00

In this episode I share about a very recent experience I had with verbal abuse that forced me to reevaluate the way I show up in relationships with people. I talk about how taking ownership of one’...

Surprise! I’m Back. from 2021-10-06T01:11:46

Soft intro into Season 5. Happy to be back and happy to start doing life with y’all again. Happy listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. Listen

Epilogue: The Wrap-Up 4.0 from 2021-04-30T17:00

Bittersweet the final episode (FOR NOW!). Check me out as I wrap up the end of a phenomenal season with some final thoughts and announcements. As always, thanks for listening! Follow Me: @fruitful....

Chapter 8: Random Thoughts from 2021-04-30T16:00

I’m a little bit of everywhere this week, but this gives you all a perfect opportunity to see what I’m really like on a daily basis. It’s my hope, that in these random thoughts you get a message. ...

Chapter 7: Growing Together (Jermination) from 2021-04-23T16:00

It wouldn't be a season on COAYAL if we didn't have a technical difficulty. Please bear with us as we discuss growing together with Motivational Speaker Jer'Maine Brown of Jermination. Yal know ...

Chapter 6: I Hurt (Black Women Hurt) from 2021-04-16T16:00

In this episode I talk about my current relationship with love and pain. I discuss a bit of pop culture news and how I’m now maneuvering into become a better loving and caring me. --- This epis...

Chapter 5: Safe Spaces from 2021-04-09T16:00

Amber’s back! We talk about cultivating safe spaces. You don’t want to miss this. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. Listen

Chapter 4: Black Men Hurt from 2021-04-02T16:00

In this episode, I get the opportunity to have a personal conversation with Spoken Word Artist/Rapper Ackurate. We discuss some of the potential barriers that have often hindered people, specifical...

Chapter 3: What About Your Friends? from 2021-03-26T16:00

This episode is special to me because you get to meet another one of my close friends. Hey world, welcome Antonio! We talk about what it's like to be in an authentic friendship with the opposite...

Chapter 2: Dating in a Pandemic from 2021-03-19T16:00

This week we talk with my friend Joy J., founder of Singles Exchange and host of a podcast by the same name. We let you all in on our girl chat as we discuss dating through the era of COVID-19. ...

Chapter 1: Music Therapy from 2021-03-12T17:00

In this episode you get introduced to some of the people that move me musically and really help with the healing process. I go as deep or as shallow as I would like. --- This episode is sponsore...

Prologue from 2021-03-05T17:00

Welcome back to Season 4! I believe this season will be the most vulnerable and authentic one yet. I’m hoping that you all stick around and enjoy the ride. Trigger Warning: Topics on suicide and de...

The Wrap-Up 3.0 from 2020-12-18T17:00

Cheers to the end of this year and the end of this podcast season. As always, I give you all my final thoughts on the season and what to expect moving forward. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New ...

On Turning 30 from 2020-12-11T17:00

Happy birthday to me! This is a raw and honest conversation about a few things I’ve learned about life and myself over the last decade. I’m so grateful to be here and to share this moment with yal!...

On Black Fatherhood from 2020-12-04T17:00:58

In this episode, I talk with my cousin Daryl V. Williams II, known to the music industry as King Skrilla. We discuss growing up in a two parent household in our hometown East St. Louis and how that...

On Surviving Family for the Holidays from 2020-11-27T17:00

This is what I like to call: short, sweet, and to the point. Here are a some of my tips and tricks to help you navigate through the Holiday season with your loved ones. --- This episode is spon...

On Mommy Issues from 2020-11-20T17:00

In this episode my best friend Amber is back and we talk about our relationship with our biological moms and how that has shaped our perspective in life and relationships --- This episode is sp...

On Walking in Purpose from 2020-11-13T17:00

Hey yal guess what??? Jamie’s back! This season I invited Jamie to come and have a conversation on purpose and what purpose looks like for her right now as a Christian young adult. We discuss the 5...

On My Life Being a 90’s Sitcom from 2020-11-06T17:00:41

In this episode I deep dive into the subconscious cues I picked up as young Bri learning how to build real life relationships. I talk about how the things I watched growing up translated over into ...

On Forgiving Myself from 2020-10-30T16:00

This season must be humble season because whew! I listened to a life changing message and this podcast was a result of that. This was very hard to record. Vulnerability is necessary for healing. Su...

On Loving Out Of Rejection from 2020-10-23T16:00:41

I guess we hit a theme here for the first two episodes. This episode we dive deeper into how I’m handling love during my single season. Listen as I share my heart. Forgive me for the overuse of the...

On Dealing With Professional Rejection from 2020-10-16T16:00:36

Welcome back! We are starting this season off dealing with real life. This is a very candid conversation about how I’ve been feeling as a young professional in a predominantly white field of influe...

The Wrap-Up 2.0 from 2020-09-04T16:00:05

Let’s end the season right by reflecting on my favorite episodes and some last minute gems and updates. I’m so glad you all have been sticking it out with me. We can only continue going up from her...

COAYAL Book Talk- Part 2 from 2020-08-28T17:00

This is Part 2 of the audio from the official launch party for “Confessions of a Young Adult’s Life”: A Memoir. It was a virtual event hosted by Jamie Crockett from Shining Light Media. We had a go...

COAYAL Book Talk- Part 1 from 2020-08-28T16:00

This is the audio from the official launch party for “Confessions of a Young Adult’s Life”: A Memoir. It was a virtual event hosted by Jamie Crockett from Shining Light Media. We had a good time! S...

Three Parents from 2020-08-21T16:00:20

This is a candid and extended conversation from the book “Confessions of a Young Adult’s Life” about growing up with three parents. I talk about the personalities and traits that kind of built the ...

Launch Week Celebration from 2020-08-14T16:00:53

We’re finally here! Let’s celebrate. Pick up your book today on Amazon! Here: https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Young-Adults-Life-Michelle-ebook/dp/B08F3VL5PZ --- This episode is sponsored by ...

Story Time: Those Several Times I Was Entangled from 2020-08-07T16:00:42

I ain’t gone lie, this episode is kind of ratchet. These are untold truths of young adult me that was out here looking for love and connection in all the wrong places. These are my thot adventures....

Freedom In Your Mind from 2020-07-31T16:00:44

Quick conversation discussing my thoughts on the August Alsina interview with radio host Angela Yee. I discuss the similarities in our stories and how I had to shift my mind into freedom for the re...

Freedom In Your Body from 2020-07-24T16:00:57

On this day I was tired yal! Tired of how my life was unfolding and then God sent a word. This is an episode on the life lesson that we can’t dictate who God picks to speak into our lives. Always b...

#drivingwhileblack from 2020-07-17T16:00:09

In this episode I share two stories about my black experience in America with the police. I think it’s important to understand the narrative that black women also have negative encounters with law ...

We’re Back! Let’s Recenter from 2020-07-10T16:00:59

Yes, we’re back! Please forgive me for the audio quality had some technical difficulties, but I didn’t want to throw it out. This show has been purely organic. However, I’m excited to be back and s...

June Hiatus from 2020-06-01T15:01:09

Taking a little longer break than expected, but meet me back here in July for Season 2.

First Impressions w/Amber & Lex from 2020-05-22T16:00:53

Candid conversation with my friends prior to being on lockdown due to the coronavirus. Reflecting on how our trio began. We discuss how our friendship elevated from the traditional realm of friends...

The Wrap Up from 2020-05-15T16:00:15

Before the last episode of the season I wanted to discuss with you all the things we went over in the first season and where we’re going for season 2. Thank you for listening and I look forward to ...

Unlearning Busyness from 2020-05-08T16:00:23

This episode talks about the woes of learning to relax as an adult and trying to create a new normal. We will talk about family dynamics and relearning good behaviors. --- This episode is spons...

Remembering Brent from 2020-05-01T16:00

This episode is dedicated to my dear friend Brent C. Johnson (1990-2020) that I loss just a week ago. He was such a kind, wonderful, and brilliant person. I’m happy to have had him in my life for a...

Why God? from 2020-04-17T16:00:49

Humble, open, and transparent conversation about my faith and addictions. This episode shares intimate details about how I navigate through the life I’ve been given and still have faith in God. -...

Quarantine, Quarantine, Quarantine! from 2020-04-10T16:00:20

This is an update on how I’ve been adjusting to my new normal. I want to hear from you follow me on Instagram @fruitful.poetic.light or email me: fruitful.poetic.light@gmail.com --- This episode...

My East St. Louis from 2020-04-03T16:00:27

The narrative about my beautiful hometown East St. Louis has always been met with negativity. In this episode I drop some FACTS and give you an inside look on how I grew up. It is meant to strike a...

Madam CJ from 2020-03-28T11:09:50

In this episode, I discuss how African American stories are being told through media outlets. I do a little hand popping and attempt to present a truce. It is my raw honest opinion. Update: I watch...

Why COAYAL? from 2020-03-23T12:06:32

In this episode, I dive deeper into the name of the podcast and its origins. Confessions of a Young Adults Life, although new to this platform, is not a new idea. The name, the movement, the commun...

Let Me Out of Here! from 2020-03-21T16:13:09

Let’s talk about being isolated during these quarantined times. It can be rough making drastic transitions in life. How are you all feeling and dealing? It’s been rough for me, but God is good. Scr...

Welcome! from 2020-03-21T15:28:35

This is only the beginning! Allow me to introduce myself, I’m Bri, let’s do life together!