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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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64:10

Lachauna Edwards, Esq., Attorney and Co-Founder of...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/10/31

Lachauna Edwards is a sports and business attorney with over twelve years of experience spanning education law, business, and intellectual property. As the co-founder of Black Sports Moms, she leads a national movement dedicated to educating and empowering mothers of athletes to navigate the business of NIL and sports. Through dynamic workshops, conferences, and partnerships, she’s helping families transform their knowledge into power, bridging the gap between athletic talent and long-term legacy.A

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64:21

Jacqueline Gordon Duvall, Director of Athletics for...

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2025/10/22

Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) appointed Jacqueline “Jackie” Gordon Duvall as its new Director of Athletics, effective August 18, 2025. An experienced leader in athletic administration, she provides leadership and general oversight of the district’s athletic programs and activities.Mrs. Gordon Duvall holds a Master of Science in Child and Family Studies and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Western Kentucky University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and

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58:36

Replay: Zee Butler, Author, joins Monique A. J. Smith...

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2025/10/15

This episode is a replay from Season 8. Zee Butler, Author, 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 12. Seasons 1 - 11 can be found on 200plus.expert.

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69:57

Candace Smith, Executive Associate AD, Business &...

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2025/10/09

Candace Smith is in her first year at Ohio University and 18 th year overall in collegiate athletics. Smith joined the Ohio Bobcats in March 2025 as the Executive Associate Athletic Director and Chief Financial Officer and serves as a member of the athletics executive leadership team, advising the Athletic Director of strategic priorities and departmental direction. Her professional oversight includes Business Operations, Human resources, Compliance and Video Broadcasting while having sport

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70:35

Dr. Wilsa Charles Malveaux, Founder and CEO of WCM...

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2025/10/01

From the track to the clinic, Dr. Wilsa Charles Malveaux understands peak performance inside andout. A former elite Track & Field athlete and Stanford record-holder, she trained for the SummerOlympics before turning her focus to the mental side of the game.Dr. Charles Malveaux earned her BA and MA in Psychology from Stanford University and her Medical Degree from Howard University. She completed her psychiatry residency at UCLA, where she was Chief Resident and received the prestigious SAMHSA

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56:21

Dr. Darlene Moore, Asst. AD for Compliance, Sports...

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2025/09/24

Dr. Darlene Moore joined KWC Panthers as the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance, Student Athletic Services and Sports Administration/ SWA in July 2025. Most recently, Dr. Moore served as the Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance and Academic Services at Texas Woman’s University. While at TWU, Dr. Moore oversaw the compliance program which services over 200 student-athletes on a yearly basis. This position was responsible for the submission of all NCAA reports onan annual basis. Dr. Moore

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60:04

Dr. Kyla Formey, Physical Therapist/Athletic Trainer,...

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2025/09/17

Dr. Kyla Formey is a native of Brooklyn, New York and she graduated from Long Island Universityin 2019, where she was a four-year Division II women’s basketball player. Following graduation,Dr. Formey relocated to Virginia to continue her educational pursuits by obtaining her Doctoratein Physical Therapy from Hampton University in 2023 and Master of Science in Athletic Trainingfrom Old Dominion University in 2025.Dr. Formey embraces every chance to grow and improve by actively seeking opportunities

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53:25

Chamreece Diggs, Special Programs Superintendent for...

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2025/09/10

Chamreece Diggs is a proud graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Recreation Administration and later earned her Master’s degree in Business Administration from University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Chamreece, a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional, is experienced in programming, marketing, project management, facility management, staff development, public speaking, special events and advocacy.Chamreece has served on the

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69:01

Andrea Durham, CEO and Founder of Minority Women in...

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2025/09/04

Andrea Durham is the CEO and Founder of Minority Women in Sports, a 501(c)(3) charitablefoundation dedicated to supporting and advancing the educational and professional goals ofminority women pursuing careers in the sports industry. Founded in 2020, the foundation haslaunched various programs aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by minoritywomen in sports. Through strategic partnerships, the foundation connects aspiringprofessionals with industry leaders, offering career guidance,

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60:10

Dr. Danielle Lynch, Director of Athletics at...

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2025/08/27

Dr. Danielle Lynch assumed the role of Director of Athletics at Haverford College in March of 2022. Lynch brings more than 20 years of experience in college coaching and athletics administration to Haverford and is a respected professional within the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lynch joined the staff at Haverford from Susquehanna University, where she served as Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance. In this role, she was the primary NCAA compliance officer for 22 varsity

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60:31

CC Clark, Financial Literacy Educator and Founder of...

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2025/08/20

CC Clark is a financial literacy educator, speaker, and founder of The Prosperity League, where the mission is simple: Play. Brand. Profit. With over 17 years of experience teaching business, marketing, and entrepreneurship, CC has impacted thousands of students inside the classroom and beyond. A former Division I basketball player at Samford University, she knows firsthand the challenges of being a student-athlete with little financial knowledge. That experience drives her passion for teaching

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59:49

Replay: Dr. Jessica R. Murfree, Assistant Professor...

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2025/08/13

This episode is a replay from Season 7. Dr. Jessica R. Murfree, Assistant Professor at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, 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

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59:57

Sherry Lewis, Head Coach for Women's Flag Football...

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2025/08/07

In May 2025, Patrick Mashuda, Associate Vice President for Athletics and Compliance, announced the appointment of Sherry Lewis as the new head coach of the Chowan University women's flag football team. Lewis will lead the Hawks in the launch of the university's inaugural women's flag football program, set to begin competition in the Spring of 2026.She will also serve as the Head Coach for Men's and Women's Cross Country. An alumna of Chowan University, Lewis returns to campus with a background in

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54:33

Arielle Robinson; Director of Enrichment Services,...

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2025/07/30

Born and raised in North Babylon, New York, my early life was defined by a strong sense of community, hard work, and purpose. These values not only influenced her path in athletics and fitness but also became the foundation for a dynamic and evolving career in higher education, particularly within the realm of collegiate athletics. After high school I enrolled at Temple University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science in 2009. While at Temple, I viewed kinesiology

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61:00

Terica Peay, Assistant AD for Strategic...

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2025/07/23

Terica "Teri" Peay is an emerging leader in collegiate athletics with a strong background in strategic communications, media relations, and athletic administration. With over a decade of experience across NCAA institutions, she has established herself as a results-driven professional committed to promoting student-athletes, elevating athletic brands, and fostering inclusive excellence in sports.Currently serving as the Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Communications at Albany State

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54:20

Tayllor Washington, Education Assistant for 49ers...

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2025/07/16

Tayllor Washington has a passion for education and sport, helping students in and out of the classroom and helping athletes on and off the field. As an Education Assistant with 49ers EDU, Tayllor assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of the 49ers EDU Home and Away program. She also has launched two brand new programs under the 49ers Foundation: Tackling Literacy and Next Up: Girls in Flag Football and STEAM.Tayllor has a strong background in athletics and academics previously

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60:59

Replay: Danielle Wright, Chief Strategist/Founder of...

A Chat in the Garden with Monique AJ Smith ·

2025/07/10

This episode is a replay from Season 9. Danielle Wright, Chief Strategist/Founder of Wright Relations, 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

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59:20

Replay: Leah Brundidge, Former Asst. AD for...

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2025/07/02

This episode is a replay from Season 7. Leah Brundidge, Former Asst. AD for Compliance at Southern Miss, 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. Seasons 1- 10 and

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58:33

Jill Anwaar, CMP; SuperBowl 50 and 51 volunteer;...

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2025/06/25

Jill Anwaar is an event & hospitality strategist and certified meeting professional. With more than 20 years of experience in event management, hospitality, and business development, she brings both expertise and energy to every experience she curates. Renowned for her ability to deliver smooth, high-impact events, Jill has built a reputation for exceeding expectations and elevating every detail.Her career reflects a powerful combination of strategic insight and operational excellence. Jill has

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63:43

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

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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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