Coffee & Conversations

Tips From a Mom Who's Done it All | Jana Angel with Jan Nieuwstraten Angel

In this episode of Coffee and Conversations, host Jana Angel welcomes her mother, Jan Nieuwstraten Angel, for a personal talk about family, faith and the choices that shaped Jan’s independent path. From free-range childhood adventures in Savannah to a spur-of-the-moment move to Asheville, Jan reflects on responsibility, reinvention and the power of steady composure. She also recounts navigating male-dominated workplaces, demanding fair pay and leading with hospitality, empathy and grit.

Moving the Needle With Manifestation Science | Jana Angel with Nichole Eaton

Host Jana Angel is joined by Nichole Eaton — therapist, author and manifestation coach — for a candid conversation about what it really takes to move the needle in your life. Nichole draws on her personal story of rising from poverty, food stamps and depression to building a thriving practice, writing two books and living in the home she once only dreamed about — all by learning to shift her mindset and align her energy with what she truly wanted. Nichole, who holds a master's degree and has worked with clients for 17 years, breaks down the neuroscience behind why people get stuck, how the brain searches for evidence of what it already believes and why visualization is more powerful than most people realize. She shares practical, low-barrier tools — from a five-minute daily manifestation letter to a bullet journal habit tracker — and explains why shooting too far too fast is one of the biggest reasons manifestation doesn't work for most people. Nichole is also the author of "Rock Your Comeback" and host of the podcast by the same name, where she spotlights stories of resilience and reinvention. This episode is equal parts inspiring and instructional — a must-listen for anyone ready to stop reacting to life and start creating it.

Know Your Worth: Building a Brand from the Ground Up | Jana Angel with Mama Bird & See Bird Go

What happens when a rapper picks up a DJ board during a pandemic — and never looks back? In this episode of Coffee & Conversations, Jana Angel sits down with Charlotte's own DJ See Bird Go and her mother, manager, and life coach Mama Bird for a candid conversation about building a sustainable career in the arts, knowing your worth, and the power of a mother-daughter partnership. From learning to DJ on YouTube to sharing a stage at Dreamville Fest with Lil Wayne, See Bird Go's journey is one of intention, preparation, and fearless self-belief. Mama Bird breaks down how she helped craft her daughter's brand — from pricing her talent to curating her signature style — and shares wisdom on why doing the inner work always comes before the outer. Whether you're an artist trying to find your footing, an entrepreneur learning to charge what you're worth, or someone who just needs a reminder to go for it — this one's for you.

Decluttering Tips That Actually Work | Jana Angel with Anne Steppe

Host Jana Angel welcomes Anne Steppe (Step by Steppe Professional Organizing) for a deeper conversation about decluttering—why it’s so hard to let things go, how guilt and identity get tied to “stuff,” and how to create home systems that work long-term. Anne shares tips for reducing overwhelm (especially for ADHD/neurodivergent brains), building simple daily reset habits, and focusing on progress over perfection.

Building a Lasting Brand From Scratch | Jana Angel with Melinda Morris Zanoni

In this episode of Coffee & Conversations, host Jana Angel sits down with Melinda Morris Zanoni, Esq., founder of Apollo Sports & Entertainment Law Group (Chambers-ranked; GGI Global Alliance), to talk about building a firm from scratch and leading at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and media. Melinda shares insights from representing professional athletes, sports teams, media companies, and celebrities; advising on high-profile transactions totaling more than $21 billion; and navigating emerging issues like NIL rights, broadcast deals, and intellectual property protection. Key takeaway: real success is sustainable—and it requires intentionally protecting your priorities, your people, and the life that keeps you fulfilled.