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“Taking the Leap: Monique Farquharson on Culture, Courage & Matcha

From Jamaica to Japan to now the UK — Monique Farquharson’s story is one of guts, grace, and going after what calls you. She’s the founder of The Matcha Yaad, the first Jamaican Matcha company, and she’s not afraid to mix  cultures, break molds, and build something the world hasn’t seen before.
When Monique Farquharson left Jamaica for Japan, she didn’t just cross continents—she stepped into a season of radical courage and self-discovery. What started as a leap of faith turned into a life built across cultures, from the quiet discipline of Japan to her new chapter in the UK.
In this episode, Monique talks about taking the leap—leaving her job, moving halfway across the world, becoming a mother, and turning curiosity into a global brand. It’s about faith, courage, and doing the thing even when nobody gets it.
From matcha mornings in Japan to bold new beginnings in the UK, this conversation is about choosing yourself, moving when it doesn’t make sense, and carrying your roots wherever you go.
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Beyond the Bloom: Nurturing Women’s Health and Wellness

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Terri-Ann Thompson for an honest, empowering conversation on women’s health and wellness.
Dr. Thompson is a Senior Research Scientist at Ibis Reproductive Health with over 15 years of experience in public health. She specializes in examining the impact of reproductive health policies and care models, while centering the voices and needs of women and diverse communities. As part of her work, she partners with community-based organizations, health care providers, advocates, and other stakeholders to ensure research questions align well with people’s priorities, amplify the experience of disparate populations, and examine how existing policies and services could better serve people’s needs. Prior to joining Ibis, Terri-Ann worked for Yale University School of Medicine (YSM), directing the coordinating center for the Eastern Caribbean Health Outcomes Research Network (ECHORN).
In this episode, she sheds light on some of the most pressing issues women face today—why reproductive health conditions often go undiagnosed, how we can break the stigma around menstruation, and what it really means to prepare for menopause. She also shares practical ways women can protect their mental health, maintain vitality as they age, and embrace a holistic view of wellness that nurtures body, mind, and spirit.
This conversation is a must-listen for every woman ready to prioritize her health and reclaim her well-being.
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How to Live, Love & Lead with Boldness — A Conversation with Judy McCutcheon

What does it really take to live, love, and lead with boldness?
In this powerful episode of TheBeyondWoman Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author, leadership strategist, and unapologetic force Judy McCutcheon to unpack her new book Unfiltered and Unapologetic: A Woman’s Guide to Live, Love, and Lead with Boldness.
Born and raised in Tobago, Judy has spent over two decades helping women leaders and organizations transform through courage, authenticity, and conscious leadership. In this conversation, she gets raw about:
What pushed her to write Unfiltered and Unapologetic
Why so many women put themselves last — and the cost of it
Her personal journey through divorce, loss, and rebuilding self-worth
How spirituality became an inside job after a near-death experience
Practical ways women can start living unapologetically, today
A Quote to Remember:
Boldness isn’t something you’re handed — it’s the choice you make every single day to stop shrinking and show up as your full self.” — Judy McCutcheon
Judy’s story is equal parts honest, nurturing, and direct — a reminder that boldness isn’t a trait you’re born with, it’s a choice you make every day.
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🎧 Tune in now and let this conversation inspire you to stop shrinking and start rising boldly, unfiltered, and unapologetic.
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How Social Conditioning Keeps Women Playing Small—and How to Break Free

Welcome back to TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast with your host, Jacqueline Johnson, founder of TheBeyondWoman.
This is the space where we talk real, rise higher, and reclaim what’s always been ours.
Perhaps you’ve been questioning yourself lately—Wondering why you still hesitate…Why you shrink in certain rooms…Why you feel like you have to ask for permission to want more.
If that’s you, know this:You’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it.
In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the subtle, yet powerful social conditioning that teaches women to stay in line, tone it down, and make themselves smaller.
But no more.
This conversation is necessary, especially for the woman who feels the nudge to take up more space…Who’s tired of playing by quiet rules she never agreed to…And who’s finally ready to break free.
In this episode, we cover:
Why many women still feel like they need permission
Everyday signs you’re playing small (without realizing it)
How cultural norms and silent expectations hold us back
Practical mindset shifts to help you rise boldly
Questions you can ask yourself to start showing up differently
A Quote to Remember:
“You don’t need permission to be powerful. You just need to remember that you already are.”
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Redefining Me: Reinvention on Her Own Terms

What happens when the version of you the world applauds no longer feels aligned?
In this episode of TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, we sit down with Carla Williams Johnson — Global Marketing Influencer, PR Powerhouse, and unapologetic Caribbean woman — for a refreshingly raw and inspiring conversation about reinvention.
This wasn’t a traditional interview — it felt like two girlfriends catching up, laughing, and bonding over shared experiences and truths that too many women, especially in the Caribbean, keep silent about.
Carla opens up about:
The moment she realized she needed to restructure her business (and her life)
The internal battles of reinvention — fear, insecurity, and cultural pressures
Why alignment matters more than appearance or applause
How she helps CEOs and Caribbean leaders get featured, seen, and paid in spaces that once felt out of reach
Whether you’re in the middle of a quiet pivot or standing at the edge of change, this episode reminds you that reinvention isn’t about rejection — it’s about reclamation.
✨ You don’t need to become someone new. You just need to become more of who you truly are.
🧠 Guest Bio – Carla Williams Johnson:
Carla Williams Johnson, also known as The CEO’s Publicist, is an internationally acclaimed award-winning publicist based in Trinidad & Tobago. Her company, Carli Communications, seeks to enhance the lives of brand owners by giving them the support they need to build global businesses that get them seen, heard, and paid.
 
A mother of two, Carla has been featured in numerous publications around the world, including Forbes, Entrepreneur, Huffington Post, and has inspired others by sharing her story in places such as China, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and across the Caribbean.
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The Sacred Shift: Reframing Menopause for the Caribbean Woman

Menopause isn’t just hot flashes and hormone talk — it’s an emotional, physical, and spiritual shift that Caribbean women often navigate in silence. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Tanya Beaubrun, the Caribbean’s leading expert in functional and integrative medicine, to unmask what menopause looks like for Black women in our region.
We go beyond the typical symptom checklist and explore the deeper truths: Why are we not being seen by our doctors? Why do we downplay our discomfort? And how can we reframe this transition as a sacred, joyful evolution instead of something to hide?
If you’re over 35, this conversation is your permission to name what’s happening, to seek support, and to start thriving through midlife.
🔗 Connect with Dr Tanya Beaubrun:Instagram: @drtanyabeaubrunWebsite: www.tanyabeaubrun.com
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Expanding the Caribbean, How to Take Your Business Global

New Episode: Expanding the Caribbean – How to Take Your Business GlobalGuest: Kemoy Kayan Duhaney, Retail Success Strategist
What would it look like if more Caribbean entrepreneurs built their businesses with the world in mind?
In this game-changing episode, we’re joined by Kemoy Kayan Duhaney, a powerhouse strategist committed to positioning Caribbean-made products and services on the global stage. With over 15 years of retail leadership experience at Sephora, Macy’s, Victoria’s Secret, and more—plus credentials from the Fashion Institute of Technology—Kemoy brings deep industry insight and cultural strategy to the table.
As the architect behind Caribshopper.com’s standout Customer Experience Strategy and a mentor to brands like Pholk Beauty and The Goal Accelerator Club, Kemoy has been a quiet force helping Caribbean businesses grow their U.S. customer base and amplify their impact.
🔥 In this episode, we discuss:
Common myths about taking your business international
Success stories of Caribbean brands making waves
How to leverage your culture as a competitive edge
The practical steps, markets, and models to consider when going global
One mindset shift and one action you can take today to start the journey
AND MORE...
This conversation is your wake-up call if you’ve ever thought “maybe one day” when it comes to global growth. The world is waiting for what the Caribbean has to offer — it’s time to stop playing small.
 
🔗 Connect with Kemoy:Instagram: @kemoyduhaneyWebsite: www.kemoykayan.com
 
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The Truth About Resilience After 45: Grace, Grit & Growing Pains

In this soul-shifting solo episode, we’re led by Jacqueline Johnson — entrepreneur, author, speaker, and visionary founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform dedicated to amplifying the stories, strengths, and silent struggles of Caribbean women.
With nearly a decade of experience curating meaningful conversations, Jacqueline turns the mic inward to unpack the real meaning of resilience after 45.
This isn’t the polished, hustle-harder version we’ve been sold.This is the version steeped in grace, grit, and growing pains.
💬 In this episode, 𝙅𝙖𝙘𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 dives into:▪️ Why what used to feel easy now feels impossibly heavy▪️ How your nervous system and spirit are calling you into a slower, more sacred rhythm▪️ The unspoken exhaustion of always being “the strong one”▪️ Why you’re not broken — you’re just being rebuilt for a new season▪️ And how to start honoring the woman you’re becoming
This is not just a podcast episode — it’s a reclamation.
So if you’ve been silently wondering, “Why can’t I do this anymore?”This conversation is for you.
Let’s unpack it—together.
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Legacy Building: How Caribbean Women Can Create Generational Wealth

In this power-packed episode, we’re joined by the phenomenal Shelly-Ann Aqui Solomon — a distinguished business and life success coach based in Trinidad and Tobago.
With over 25 years of entrepreneurial and coaching experience, Shelly-Ann has helped countless Caribbean women turn vision into profitable, purpose-led businesses.
As Executive Director and Lead Consultant of the Positioned to Propel Success Academy, she brings together proven business strategies, digital marketing insight, and powerful personal development tools to help women thrive.She's also the visionary behind transformational events like the ELITE Mastermind, PWP Marketing & Branding Brunch, and thePicture of Possibility Women’s Conference
💬 In this episode, 𝙎𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙮-𝘼𝙣𝙣 𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩: What sparked her passion for legacy building The difference between financial survival and sustainabilityHow culture and upbringing shape our money mindsetSmall but powerful steps Caribbean women can take todayWhy passing down wisdom matters as much as wealthAnd how faith must meet action when it comes to finances
This is not just a business conversation — it’s a divine appointment.
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Email: info@shellyaqui.com
Book a complimentary Clarity call with Shelly-Ann: https://tinyurl.com/consultwithCoachShelly
 
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Turning Passion into Profit – Starting a Caribbean-Based Fashion Brand

"Today's conversation takes us into the arena of Starting a Caribbean-Based Fashion Brand as we chat with Jamaican-born Fashion Stylist and Creative Director, the dynamic LaToya McLeary sharing her insights and inviting you to explore the following:
What it really takes to launch a fashion brand in the Caribbean — and the first step that sets the tone.
Those who succeed usually find creative ways to solve problems, build local partnerships, and tell stories that resonate deeply.
How Caribbean heritage shapes fashion brands, and why culture is your most powerful branding weapon.
Building a Brand on a Budget, Proven methods for starting lean
One crucial piece of advice for the aspiring fashion founder ready to take the leap.
And more....
LaToya’s journey is one of bold moves, global education, and creative evolution.
Her fashion journey began at the Style Institute in NYC, where she trained under celebrity stylist Anita Patrickson and later assisted her on major productions in LA. From there, her commitment to excellence took her across the globe, studying at top institutions including FIT in New York, Condé Nast College in London, the University of Madrid, and the School of Style where she was mentored by none other than image architect Law Roach. She has turned her passion for fashion and travel into a luxury eyewear brand, HauteLife World — featured in Vogue, Elle, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar and seen on international runways in Milan and Paris.
In this conversation, we explore her roots, her rise, and her vision to impact the fashion world. Latoya continues to evolve with purpose, using her platform to create impact through global partnerships—especially in her beloved Jamaica.
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