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A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith

A Chat in the Garden

A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith: Where Significance Blooms in Athletics and Sports Business. A Chat in the Garden is a nationally recognized, weekly, interview-style podcast where women of color in athletic administration and sports business are spotlighted. Each guest shares her career journey, advice for others and current initiatives.Fall 2024 marked the show"s 11th season, with a listener base that has grown to 1.7K members in our private Facebook community: A Chat in the Garden

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63:43

Replay: Jasmine Quinn, Director of Championships for...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/06/18

This episode is a replay from Season 5. Jasmine Quinn, Director of Championships for the SWAC, joins Monique A.J. Smith for A Chat in the Garden.Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com. This is Season 11. Seasons 1- 10 and season 11

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62:55

Replay: Neena Speer, AI Educator & Creative...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/06/11

This episode is a replay from Season 10. Neena Speer, AI Educator & Creative Strategist, joins Monique A.J. Smith for A Chat in the Garden.Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com. This is Season 11. Seasons 1- 10 and season 11

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64:37

Replay: Etienne Thomas, Athletics Director at...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/06/05

This episode is a replay from Season 2. Etienne Thomas, Athletics Director at Winston-Salem State University, joins Monique A. J. Smith for A Chat in the Garden.Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com. This is Season 11. Seasons 1- 10

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55:28

Miranda Giddens, Associate Director of Academics at...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/05/28

Miranda Giddens serves as the Associate Director of Academics at the University ofArkansas, Fayetteville, where she supports the Football and Gymnastics programs.Prior to joining Arkansas, she was an Academic Advisor at the University of SouthCarolina, working with the Women’s Basketball and Women’s Track and Field teams.She also held academic support roles at The University of Alabama, supporting theFootball, Women’s Basketball, Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country, and Men’s Golfprograms.While

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57:13

Dr. Raylene Ross, Director of Sport Leadership and...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/05/21

Dr. Raylene Ross is in her fourth season as the Director of Sport Leadership and MentalPerformance at the University of South Carolina. Her unwavering dedication is evidentin her commitment to helping student-athletes and coaches optimize performance,manage mental stress, and navigate the unique pressures of competitive environments.Dr. Ross's collaborative and integrative approach to performance and well-being is a hallmark of her role. She works closely with various departments such as

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59:37

Ann Seeney, Owner/Founder, Shift HR Consulting, LLC,...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/05/14

With over 25 years of experience, Ann Seeney is on a mission to transform people and organizations into equitable leaders and environments. Ann has led the charge as an agent of change to promote integrity in an inclusive and distinct culture. Ultimately, her aim is to transform organizations through truth-seeking and critical conversations and progress culture and DEI by centering efforts around leadership development. Her life and the diverse educational experiences provided by Hampton University,

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62:25

Replay: Courtney Pruitt, Director of Athletics at...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/05/07

This episode is a replay from Season 9 that originally aired on August 3, 2022. Courtney Pruitt, Director of Athletics at Kilgore College, joined Monique A. J. Smith for A Chat in the Garden.Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com

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57:52

Erin Seabrook, Sr. Client Relations Manager for...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/05/02

Erin is currently serving as the Senior Client Relations Manager at Athletic TrainingSolutions. In this role, she provides industrial athletic training services while developingother leaders within the organization. She has been fortunate enough to oversee theorganization and administration of various wellness initiatives on many differentconstruction sites, supporting the mental and physical wellbeing of employees acrossthe nation.Erin received her bachelor's degree in athletic training from

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53:05

Dr. Alaina S. Davis, Department Chair, Communications...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/04/23

Dr. Alaina S. Davis is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Communication Sciences. She is a licensed Medical Speech-Language Pathologist with over 15 years of clinical experience and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainer with the Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists.Dr. Davis has expertise in neurologically based communication disorders, specifically cognitive-communication disorders associated with traumatic brain injury and concussion in the adolescent

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60:01

Replay: Dr. Sharon Beverly, 2025 NACDA Hall of Fame...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/04/16

This episode is a replay from Season 1 (October 2014). Dr. Sharon Beverly, 2025 NACDA Hall of Fame Recipient, joins A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith.Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com. This is Season 11. Seasons 1- 10

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63:46

Natasha Carter, Sports Social Worker and founder of...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/04/09

Natasha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychotherapist, and Certified Sports Social Worker. As the founder of Learning Alternative Ways to Channel Euphoria, LLC (L.A.C.E.), she has established a boutique private practice that integrates mental health therapy with creative expression and athletic performance optimization.Coined "The Game Changing Therapist," Natasha specializes in helping professional and student athletes reframe their challenges through innovative perspectives,

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56:32

Dr. Lisa Daniels Ph.D., CMPC, Sports Psychotherapist...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/04/02

Lisa Daniels, Ph.D., CMPC is a Sports Psychotherapist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant® at Howard University. She was most recently featured on ESPN First Take during the HBCU Spotlight for her impactful performance interventions implemented at Howard University. Dr. Daniels provides counseling services and performance interventions to athletes and students at Howard University. Dr. Daniels is a native Washingtonian and a proud graduate of D.C. Public Schools. She earned a Ph.D. in

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57:09

Matisse Lee, Senior Associate Athletics Director...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/03/26

Matisse Lee is a long-standing member of the Claflin University family. She is in her third year as the Senior Associate Athletics Director /SWA and has been with the Claflin University athletics department for over sixteen years. For over five years, she served as the Assistant Athletics Director for Internal Operations/Student-Athlete Affairs and as the advisor for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).Most recently, her efforts were recognized when she was honored as the Central

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57:04

Shannon Allen, Associate Athletics Director of...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/03/19

Shannon Allen was named the Associate Athletics Director of Compliance in August 2023.She returns to her alma mater after serving as the head volleyball coach and Senior Woman Administrator at Alverno College in Milwaukee, WI. While there she oversaw the volleyball program.In addition, as a part of the administrative staff she was in charge of department fundraising that included a partnership with the Milwaukee Brewers, transportation, supervision of the Athletic Training staff, and was the advisor

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57:51

Kearsten Peoples, Assistant Director for Football at...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/03/12

Kearsten Peoples is a dedicated professional in academic advising and student-athletedevelopment, focused on helping athletes excel academically, athletically, and personally. With astrong foundation in academics and a deep passion for student-athlete success, Kearsten has builta career supporting athletes in balancing their academic responsibilities with the demands ofcompetitive sports. She works tirelessly to ensure that student-athletes not only graduate but alsothrive beyond their athletic

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58:09

Replay: Crystal Massenburg, Director of Athletics at...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/02/26

This episode is a replay from Season 9 (June 28, 2023). Crystal Massenburg, Director of Athletics at Garner High School, joined Monique A. J. Smith for A Chat in the Garden. Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com. This is Season 11

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60:37

Tiffeany Roderick, Owner of 1st & Ten Industries,...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/02/26

Tiffeany Roderick has over 20 years of experience in the corporate sector, specializing in Account Management, Project Analytics, Training, and Client Relationship Management. In 2021, she established 1st & Ten, motivated by her interest in football and her father'sbackground as a multi-sport coach. The company aims to educate women about football through online and in-person experiences for all levels of knowledge and interest.Tiffeany holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication and a Master's

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57:09

Carla Suber, Director of Wellness for Chicago Bears...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/02/19

Carla has been a part of the Chicago Bears Football Club since 2018, joining the team in a full time role in 2020. As the inaugural full time team clinician, she has built the mental wellness program to support players, coaches and support staff through individual/group therapy, rookie programming and organization wide psychoeducation.Prior to joining the Bears, she served as a mental health clinician at the Wellness Center of Loyola University Chicago. Her clinical areas of focus include working

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54:05

Natasha Camy, Women's Basketball Official, joins...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/02/12

With an always activated will to win, Natasha Camy is a powerhouse playmaker, breakingbarriers, making history, and creating a legacy. As a veteran NCAA Women’s Division Ibasketball official, entrepreneur and public speaker, Camy’s goals and aspirationstranscend beyond average.Born into humble beginnings in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Camy’s maturation throughouther career has taken her across the globe, bringing about more purpose and passion for thegrowth of the game of basketball and the

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61:21

Replay: Tina Sloan Green, 2025 NCAA Theodore...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/02/05

This episode is a replay from July 2015 (Season 1). Tina Sloan Green, 2025 NCAA Theodore Roosevelt Award Recipient, joins Monique A. J. Smith for A Chat in the Garden.Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith. Listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others & current initiatives...A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith, where Significance Blooms. Listen via Spreaker, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music/Audible, or www.chatinthegarden.com. This is Season 11. Seasons

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