College, Coding, and Career Moves: A Houston Native’s Journey

On Assignment: An Honest Conversation About Travel Nursing Life

Thinking about becoming a nurse or switching careers? Make sure you listen to this episode of College and Beyond: Real Talk with Amour where I sit down with my sister, travel nurse Aimée Nobles, and we discuss her journey to becoming a travel nurse. She gives you all the real you need to know about nursing school, life on assignment, and everything in between. This is the season finale and we are going out strong. Whether you are in high school exploring your options, already in a nursing program, thinking about a career switch, or ready to take your career to the next level, this episode is for you. 00:00 Introduction to Travel Nursing 02:36 Understanding Travel Nursing Contracts 05:14 The Dual Nature of Nursing: Clinical vs Administrative 07:03 Cultural Competence in Nursing 11:14 The Work-Life Balance of a Travel Nurse 13:55 Navigating Travel Nursing Logistics 17:47 The Journey to Becoming a Nurse 23:52 Surprises and Challenges in Travel Nursing 26:44 The Calling of Nursing and Final Thoughts

The Blueprint: Breaking Into Commercial Real Estate When Nobody Looks Like You

Commercial real estate wasn't built for everyone — but Malik Leaphart is changing that, one commercial deal at a time. In this episode of College and Beyond: Real Talk with Amour, I sit down with Atlanta native and Hampton University alum Malik Leaphart — architect by training, Omega man by brotherhood, and Vice President at Stream Realty Partners. Malik takes us inside his journey from studying architecture at Hampton to rising to VP at one of the country's premier commercial real estate firms, and what it truly means to build generational wealth in spaces that weren't created with us in mind.

Born in Brooklyn, Built at TSU: One Creator's Path to the Spotlight

What happens when a young man from Brooklyn finds his voice at a historically Black university — and never looks back? In this episode of College and Beyond: Real Talk with Amour, we sit down with a creator whose journey from New York to Tennessee State University shaped everything: his artistry, his identity, and his hustle. We're talking about more than a college story. This is a conversation about what it means to bet on yourself, find your community, and build something real — one step at a time. A Communications degree from TSU gave him the tools, but it was the culture, the connections, and the HBCU experience that gave him the foundation to step into the spotlight on his own terms. 00:00 Introduction to College and Beyond 00:53 From Brooklyn to TSU: A Journey Begins 05:29 Finding Purpose at TSU 09:26 Building a Media Career at TSU 12:34 Navigating Post-Graduation Challenges 18:14 Creating Opportunities in Media 21:46 Establishing Brooklyn Media 24:55 Overcoming Financial Hurdles 28:39 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Born into Legacy, Choosing Your Own Path

What happens when college isn’t just a personal decision—but a family expectation? In this episode of College and Beyond: Real Talk with Amour Carthy, Amour sits down with Alise Givens, an Atlanta native carrying a multi-generation Spelman College legacy while forging her own path toward becoming a pediatric neurosurgeon. Together, they unpack the reality of growing up inside a legacy, the pressure to honor family history, and what it takes to make even an “expected” path truly your own. This conversation goes beyond the highlight reel—touching on ambition, sacrifice, identity, and the emotional weight that often comes with excellence. If you’ve ever felt torn between who you’re expected to be and who you’re becoming, this episode is for you. 00:00 Introduction to Legacy and Education 02:51 Understanding Legacy: A Personal Perspective 04:43 Family Legacy and the Pressure to Conform 06:06 Choosing Spelman: A Personal Decision 08:13 High School Experience: Navigating Identity 10:48 Sports and Community at Spelman 11:48 Academic Aspirations: Biology and Medicine 13:55 Exploring Cognitive Development in Children 14:40 Empowering Education: The Impact of ADW Class 17:13 Understanding Systemic Issues: School-to-Prison Pipeline 19:19 The Role of Media in Shaping Perceptions 20:22 Navigating Challenges in a Competitive Environment 22:59 Sisterhood and Community at Spelman 26:11 Advice for Future Spelman Students

College, Coding, and Career Moves: A Houston Native’s Journey

What does it actually look like to turn a computer science degree into a thriving tech career? In this episode of College and Beyond Real Talk with Amour, Myles Nobles shares his journey from Houston to Rice University to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he now works as a Software Development Engineer II. A few years into his career, Myles pulls back the curtain on what those early post-college years really demand — professionally, mentally, and financially. We talk about making the leap from college into Silicon Valley, growing beyond your first job, navigating promotions and performance expectations, and what skills truly matter once you’re in the room. Myles also reflects on taking a backpacking trip through Europe before starting full-time work — why that decision mattered, and how it shaped his transition into adulthood. This conversation is honest, practical, and grounded in real experience — not highlight reels. In this episode, we cover: * What helped Myles stand out early in his tech career * The realities of working in the Bay Area * How college prepared him — and where it didn’t * The difference between landing a job and building a career * Advice for students considering computer science or tech If you’re a high school or college student thinking about tech, a recent grad trying to find your footing, or a parent curious about what early career life actually looks like — this one is for you. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 05:49 The Coding Journey: Languages and Logic 10:59 Challenges in the Dating App Market 17:02 Advice for Aspiring Engineers