Dorm Diaries

Dear Diary: Dirt Roads, Faith Walks & R&B Dreams

Dear Diary, Before the interviews and the big dreams, there was a little girl growing up on a dirt road making funny choices and learning life the country way. In this episode, I rewind to those moments that shaped me. Then I sit down with a rising Christian R&B singer whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. From leading Fried Chicken Wednesday and performing in Black Nativity to taking the stage at Carnegie Hall, she shares how faith, music, and obedience are guiding her path — plus details on her upcoming release. If you love her sound, follow her on Instagram @avantiakpanofficial. Music: Feeling Fine Musician: Uncleboris Site: https://icons8.com/music/ Be sure to follow the instagram dorm_.diaries1 for early updates !!

Dear Diary: From Country Parties to Crowned Purpose

Dear Diary… before the crowns, leadership titles, and purpose, there were country roads, high school parties, and lessons learned along the way. I kick off this episode with a fun, unfiltered story time about my high school party days—bonfires, backyards, and growing up in the country—sharing how those moments shaped who I am today. Then, the conversation goes deeper as I sit down with Mariana McCottry, a woman who truly wears many crowns. We talk about her journey to becoming who she is today, balancing leadership, being a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and managing mental health while holding major responsibilities on campus. This episode is honest, motivating, and full of growth, reminding us that becoming your best self takes grace, self-awareness, and purpose. 💗🎧 Enjoy the music listen here. @audionoise Music: Almost Love Musician: Ahmed Sirour Music: A Lifetime With You Musician: J Scott Rakozy (from Audiio) Be sure to follow the instagram dorm_.diaries1 for early updates !!

Dear Diary: College, Jobs & Curls 💕

In this episode of Dear Diary, I’m sitting down with De’Niyah Pope, a true definition of that girl. 💕 De’Niyah opens up about her experience with Train Like an Alpha and how it pushed her mentally, physically, and emotionally while she was still balancing college life. We talk about what it really looks like to juggle classes, confidence-building, and everyday girly struggles—from self-doubt to staying motivated when life feels overwhelming. De’Niyah also shares her journey of embracing her locs, learning to love herself fully, and building confidence from the inside out. On top of it all, she’s the owner of @Tru.rootz, a growing hair business she runs while being a full-time student. This episode is all about discipline, self-love, ambition, and showing up for yourself even when things aren’t perfect. If you’re a college girl trying to balance goals, glow-ups, and real life—this one’s for you 💕✨ Enjoyed the music Bout it jsm Music: Tea and Lemonade Musician: Mad Keys (from Audiio) Music: Voyage Musician: @iksonmusic Music: Pure imagination Musician: Rook1e Music: Golden Musician: Jeff Kaale Music: Redwood Trail Musician: music by audionautix.com License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode Be sure to follow the instagram dorm_.diaries1 for early updates !!

Dear Diary: Sisters, Trips, and New Beginnings!

Dear Diary, this episode is a whole storytime rollercoaster. I sat down with my sister to laugh about the trip we took a few years ago and unpack a little bit of our wild family dynamic. Then I talked with Denver about her big life change, leaving the dance team, rediscovering herself, and learning to be happy without dance. She even told me about training “like an alpha” and performing against other girls. This episode is real, raw, and full of growth. 💕✨ Be sure to follow the instagram dorm_.diaries1 for early updates !!

Dear Diary: Soft Conversations & Sweet Choices

Dear Diary, This week I sat down with my girl Saniyah for the sweetest heart-to-heart about life, healing, and mental health. We opened up, laughed, and had the kind of girl talk that feels like a warm hug. I also went through the results of my “This or That” game from my story — breaking down what everyone picked and why. It’s a cute mix of honesty, vibes, and a little bit of tea. 💕 If you vibed with the music : Eitan Epstein Music Quincy Jones - Soul Bossa Nova | Jazz & Latin Fusion Music: Morning Routine Musician: Wes Harris (from Audiio) Music: Denim Musician: EnjoyMusic Site: https://enjoymusic.ai Music: Golden Musician: Jeff Kaale Music: What Comes To Mind Musician: Sé Bastian (from Audiio) Music: Crested Ibis Musician: Outland (from Audiio) Music: Nothing Comes Close Musician: The Major Toms (from Audiio) Music: Youth Musician: @iksonmusic Music: Pure imagination Musician: Rook1e Music: Let the Mystery Unfold Musician: geoffharvey Site: https://pixabay.com/music/-let-the-mystery-unfold-122118/ Music: Always Musician: Rook1e Music: Yours Sincerely Musician: Lake Isabel (from Audiio) Be sure to follow the instagram dorm_.diaries1 for early updates !!