The Kereen Connection Podcast

Coffee with Purpose: Turning Vision into Impact with “Peace” Thomas

In this episode of The Kereen Connection, I sit down with Jacquees Peace Thomas—filmmaker, storyteller, Producer and host of BLK LIT on the Black Effect Network—to talk about building a life rooted in intention, creativity, and impact.  As the visionary behind Àbákẹ́ Books & Café, Jacquees has created more than a business—serving coffee with purpose, she’s built a community centered on culture, storytelling, and belonging.

Ep. 38 Nourish your purpose to flourish

Yvonne Johnson, founder of wellness company SOULFUL SPROUTS LLC, shares how plant based living and mindfulness can transform your health, align your body, mind and purpose-one sprout at a time.

Ep. 37 Resolution Graveyard: Why Your Plans Die & How to Resurrect Them

How many times have you started the year on fire, only to watch your resolutions die by February? In this episode of the Kereen Connection, we dig into the real reasons your goals keep fizzling out-and how to resurrect them with alignment, faith, and identity-based change.

Ep.36 Bronx Roots, Big impact

Third‑generation Bronx real estate agent Steve Padernacht shares how he turns real estate into service by educating first‑time buyers, supporting small businesses, and protecting the culture of the Bronx. If you want to use your career to create real community impact, this conversation is for you

Ep. 35 From Hustle to systems

This episode features Dan Sachkowsky, a business growth expert, success coach, speaker, and author with over 26 years of experience building, scaling, and selling multimillion-dollar companies. Learn how Dan turned pain into purpose and hustle into systems.