He Posted It. I Called Him Out. A Conversation On Victim Blaming| Episode 6

Tomiko Fraser Hines Returns to Legendary Wilhelmina Models After 30 Years | Episode 9

After 30 years in the modeling industry, Model Tomiko Fraser Hines has come full circle — returning to the legendary Wilhelmina Models, the same agency where it all began. In this inspiring conversation, Tomiko opens up about her remarkable journey from starting her career at age 25 to thriving at 57.She shares the highs of an extraordinary modeling career, the lows of battling severe depression, and the deep self-love and confidence she’s found in this new chapter. Together, Tomiko and Erickka explore the powerful question: What does it mean to go back in order to move forward?This episode is a reminder that you're never too old to reinvent yourself! Watch, listen, and be inspired. Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, and SHARE your favorite takeaway from the episode in the comment section! 🎧 Also on Spotify + Apple PodcastsFollow Tomiko Fraser Hines on: IG: https://www.instagram.com/goddesstomiko/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tomikofraserhines2/ Follow Erickka on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erickkajones1/TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebrewisbackpodcastIntro Music: 'YEA' from the Sensual Journey album by Erickka Jones/Produced by Daniel Alzamora-Dickin https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mgRUbG1mz1TlZ4pENWSHr7HIBL704U0D4

Healing Childhood Sexual Trauma With Spiritual Psychologist Anita Kopacz | Episode 8

In this episode of The Brew Is Back, I sit down with spiritual psychologist Anita Kopacz for a powerful conversation about healing after childhood sexual abuse. This episode connects to my earlier conversation in Episode 6 about victim blaming — but here, we go even deeper.Anita opens up about her own journey as a survivor, sharing what it feels like on the most personal level. She takes us inside the process of healing her childhood self, releasing years of shame and guilt, and finally stepping into freedom.This is more than an interview — it’s a survivor’s story of courage, vulnerability, and transformation.Watch, comment, and let me know your thoughts.🎧 Also on Spotify + Apple PodcastsA big thank you to Anita Kopacz for sharing her truth and her healing journey. Follow her on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/anitakopacz / https://www.facebook.com/anita.kopacz.9Follow Erickka:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erickkajones1Instrumental Music: YEA & Falling Rain from the Sensual Journey album by Erickka Jones / Produced by Daniel Alzamora-Dickin

The Comeback: Rising After Hitting Rock Bottom| Episode 7

Episode 7 of The Brew Is Back: Uncut & Uncensored podcast—my first LIVE show—went down in my hometown, Toledo, Ohio, where the real conversations flow.I sat down with my best friend poet Carmaletha Griswald to talk about the day she tried to end her life—and how she came back stronger than ever. It's a deeply personal conversation that you don't want to miss. Please share your thoughts!A big thank you to my girl Carmaletha Griswald for coming onto the podcast and sharing her remarkable journey with us. Follow her on facebook:https://www.facebook.com/carmaletha.griswold.2025Thank you 50 Way Studios in Downtown Toledo, Ohio https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=yo%2050%20way%20studiosThank you to my very first sponsor, and Toledo native, Dionne D'Lashes Phillips of D'Lashes Lash & Wellness Spa in Beverly, Hills. https://www.facebook.com/DionnePhillipsDLashesFollow Erickka IG: / thebrewisbackpodcast Facebook: / erickkajones1 Intro Song: "YEA" by Erickka Jones /Produced by Daniel Alzamora-Dickin

He Posted It. I Called Him Out. A Conversation On Victim Blaming| Episode 6

In episode 6 of The Brew Is Back, Erickka sits down with a friend of 25+ years (Jaybe Holiday) to unpack a social media post he made that I felt was victim blaming—specifically around the Cassie and Diddy case.It’s not easy calling out someone you care about, but the convo needed to happen. We talk about how victim blaming shows up, why it’s harmful, and how we can do better—especially within our own community.Watch, comment, and let me know your thoughts.🎧 Also on Spotify + Apple PodcastsA big shout out to my friend Jaybe Holiday for coming onto the podcast and sharing his truth and even showing me that not everything is as black and white as one might think. Follow him on: IG: https://www.instagram.com/defalternative?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zyyroFollow Erickka IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebrewisbackpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erickkajones1

Why This Black Family Moved to Memphis & Never Looked Back

Episode 5: From Memphis to Tanzania – Ambassador Tim Ford Jr. Shares His Pan-African JourneyThis week's episode is a continuation of last week's powerful conversation on the rise of Pan Africanism and the modern-day Back-to-Africa movement. In Episode 4, we explored the growing call for African Americans to consider a return to the Motherland through personal reflections and inspiring conversations.This week, Erickka sits down with Ambassador Tim Ford Jr., who left Memphis, Tennessee to build a new life with his family in Tanzania. In this eye-opening interview, Tim shares his compelling reasons why Africa is rich with opportunity for African Americans seeking a fresh start, purpose, and legacy. He also breaks down his success cheat sheet—real-life strategies and mindset shifts that have helped him and his family thrive abroad.Tune in to hear how one man turned his Pan-African vision into reality—and how you might do the same. Join the conversation, drop your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to like, share, and SUBSCRIBE!Also, here’s my CashApp https://cash.app/$thebrewisback if you’d like to support me and the mission to grow The Brew Is Back! Your contributions help fuel more content, inspiring conversations, social media lives, in-person events, merch, and so much more. We building something next level—and we’re just getting started! CashApp: @thebrewisbackhttps://cash.app/$thebrewisbackMuch love and appreciation. We out here!!!!A huge thank you to this week's guests:Ambassador Tim Ford Jr. https://www.instagram.com/_timfordjr/Additional footage for this episode:‪@PanAfricanLifestyle‬ https://www.instagram.com/panafricanlifestyle/‪Follow Erickka Jones @-- https://sociatap.com/erickkajones/Music for this episode from Erickka's Sensual Journey album (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSBW2H_QkrE) "FREEDOM"(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSBW2H_QkrE) Produced by Daniel Alzamora Dickin https://www.instagram.com/acusonicalzamora/