The Fully Connected Podcast with Chris Jones

The Death Of Mall Culture Explained

In this episode, I sit down with Miguel Genochio, the visionary behind The Front Steps, a clothing brand inspired by the journey of life and the influence of music, art, and fashion. Miguel breaks down how his experiences shaped the brand, why creativity and community matter more than ever, and how he views people as “lighthouses” guiding each other through life. We also get into real conversations about personal growth, mindset, and why he believes customer service is dying in today’s world. This episode is full of perspective, purpose, and gems for anyone trying to build something meaningful.

We Didn’t Talk About Feelings Growing Up | Anxiety, Grief, and Healing with Fanny Ocha

In this episode, I sit down with Fanny for a real and honest conversation about anxiety, grief, and growth. She shares how therapy helped her reframe anxiety from something overwhelming into a protective tool, and how losing her mom shaped her perspective on life and relationships. We also dive into growing up in a Mexican household where therapy wasn’t always accepted, and the challenges of choosing healing in a culture that doesn’t always talk about it. Fannie opens up about past relationships, learning to move forward, and what it looks like to truly do the work. Outside of therapy, she’s a product designer in tech, an artist, and the host of the Here’s to You Podcast, bringing creativity and self reflection into everything she does. This episode is honest, vulnerable, and a reminder that healing isn’t meant to be done alone.

The One Rule His Mom Taught Him About Life Everyone Needs To Hear

In this episode, I sit down with Chaz Mack, entrepreneur and director of New Beginnings Youth Home, a boys’ home supporting youth in the foster care system. Formerly a football coach, Chaz shares how he’s been able to push through adversity and dedicate his life to mentoring young men and helping them beat the odds. He talks about powerful life lessons from his mom, including the mindset of “pick your hards” the importance of discipline, relationships, and why you cannot be a part-time worker expecting full-time results. Chaz also opens up about stepping into music as a rapper. This is a much watch episode! Chaz is dropping some gems on this one! tap the link to watch!
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What 10 Years of Cutting Men's Hair Taught Her About Relationships

In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Vinova, owner and barber at Vibez Barber and Esthetics, for a real and reflective conversation about growth, ego, relationships, and self accountability. With over a decade behind the chair, Ruth shares the pros and cons of being a female barber, her journey to opening her own shop, and what she has learned about men  cutting hair and how it changed her perspective.
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Mike Epps Gave Him Advice That Changed Everything with guest Pooh Hefner Jr.

"From Jail Cell To Opening For Mike Epps"
This week I’m joined by comedian Pooh Hefner Jr., who survived jail, opened for Mike Epps, and turned his struggles into punchlines.
Poo Hefner Jr., who has opened for major names like Mike Epps and Gary Owen, shares what it was really like doing three years in jail and how that experience shifted his mindset forever. He talks about surviving 90 days in solitary confinement, rehearsing jokes in the dark to stay sane, and how comedy became his escape.
Now a viral sensation with millions of views across platforms, Pooh breaks down the grind of the comedy game, why it is a long road to success, and the real advice he received from legends like Mike Epps that changed his perspective.

People Pleasing Is Quietly Ruining Your Relationships with Jenny Helms

In this episode, I sit down with Jenny Helms LCFMT, owner of Soma Therapy in Wichita, Kansas and a licensed clinical marriage and family counselor, for an honest and eye opening conversation about narcissism, boundaries, and healing. Jenny breaks down what narcissism really looks like, why people pleasing and defensiveness show up in relationships, and how difficulty saying no can quietly destroy self worth and connection. We talk about how highly intelligent people can still struggle deeply in romantic relationships, how trauma shapes behavior, and what it actually takes to reconnect with your true authentic self. Jenny also opens up about her personal journey overcoming an eating disorder, building Soma Therapy, and shares insights from her book Beneath Your Bullshit: A Guide for Rediscovering Your Awesomeness. This episode is grounded, practical, and packed with clarity for anyone trying to understand themselves and their relationships better.

How Being Laughed at in an Interview Changed Everything with Lyndon Breckenridge

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and godbrother Lyndon Breckenridge for a thoughtful conversation about career, connection, and what truly makes life meaningful. Lyndon shares his journey working across major companies like SiriusXM, Spotify, Yahoo, Starcom, and Ohub, including his current role as an account manager at SiriusXM where his work even supports launching satellites into space. We talk about being coworkers with Sway, the power of journaling, navigating moments of being laughed at during interviews, and how resilience and human connection carried him forward. From reminiscing about growing up playing video games to finding community through his Black ski club, this episode is a reminder that success means nothing without people, purpose, and staying connected.

How Tech N9ne’s Former Multi Platinum Producer Makes Beats for a Living

In this rare and honest conversation, multi platinum hip hop producer Mike Summers formerly known as Seven opens up about his journey from making beats as a kid to building a career without ever working a traditional job. Known for his work with Tech N9ne, XV, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Eminem, Mac Miller, and more, Mike breaks down the real story behind the split with XV, the vulnerabilities that came with success, and the mindset that shaped his sound. He shares how getting sued twice in the same week over samples nearly derailed his life, forced him to reinvent his production style, and ultimately became a turning point in his career. From charging 5000 dollars a beat to his philosophy of attaching himself to artists long term and rising with them, this episode is a masterclass in longevity, discipline, and creative identity for anyone chasing a life in music.
 
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Discipline Is Winning the Internal Battle | Manhood Pressure and Self Control with Sam Breeden

In this raw and wide ranging episode, former NFL player Sam Breeden opens up about life in his 40s, marriage, fatherhood, and the mental pressure that comes with being a Black man in America. Sam reflects on his time in the NFL, politics, discipline, and what it means to raise kids in a completely different generation. From losing his father to building his marketing company, this conversation is honest, reflective, and grounded in wisdom.
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0:00 – Coming Up2:29 – Show Starts
Chapter 1: Life, Marriage and the NFL
2:29 – Sam talks about being in his 40s, life, and marriage5:15 – The struggles of NFL athletes and being Black → “Everything is measured”10:34 – Identity politics and the idea of preserving whiteness15:00 – What happened with his NFL career and meeting Brett Favre17:45 – Being married to a therapist and marriage advice22:42 – “Our kids will never understand CD players”
Chapter 2: Family, Grief and Personal Growth
25:25 – Sam shares about his father and growing up in North Carolina27:57 – Salt and pepper on grits or sugar31:15 – Going on a sugar detox36:24 – “Keep your circle small but keep it sharp”39:52 – Losing his father and navigating grief
Chapter 3: Business, Discipline and Mental Battles
42:03 – Sam talks about his marketing company46:41 – Advice for college athletes → “Financial literacy should be the number one subject”52:01 – The importance of discipline and not being lazy53:30 – Diddy and the importance of self control56:56 – Self awareness, self control, and internal battles58:02 – Gym talk and physical discipline
Chapter 4: Health, Culture and Society
1:01:43 – Heart health, waking up early, and treating the heart like a muscle1:07:39 – The state of the country1:13:38 – Kendrick vs Drake1:18:03 – Other cultures looking down on the Black community
Chapter 5: Fatherhood, Money and Legacy
1:22:01 – Parenting advice → allowing your kids to live their own life1:27:32 – “There’s a thin line between illegal money and legal money”
1:30:10 – Outro

Why Feminism Was Never Built for Black Women! | Dr. LaTasha Kelly on Mental Health, Womanism and Black Identity

In this powerful and deeply educational episode, Dr. LaTasha N. Eley Kelly, Ph.D — known as Dr. Tasha — opens up about Black identity, womanism, and the intentional erasure of African history. From losing two jobs before earning her PhD, Dr. Tasha shares her unfiltered journey of resilience, purpose and truth. She breaks down Black body politics, the psychology why white women touching Black hair is harmful, and why feminism never centered Black women. This episode is honest, challenging and necessary. TAP IN!
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0:00 – Coming Up3:14 – Show Starts
Chapter 1: Importance of Therapy and Her Purpose
4:19 – The importance of therapy4:19 – Dr. Tasha shares her Autism Spectrum and ADHD experience8:39 – Creating her bookstore Left on Read11:24 – Her podcast and the struggle to get Black research peer reviewed14:55 – Career talk and life as a professor19:38 – Losing two jobs, moving back home and still earning her PhD
Chapter 2: Black History, Body Politics and Reconstruction
29:40 – Black body politics and slave owners forcing Black women to cover their hair33:35 – Unlearning Black church patterns around mental health36:08 – From Sarah Baartman to the BBL era40:14 – Why white women touching Black women’s hair is harmful47:05 – What white people need to know to be culturally competent
Chapter 3: Identity, Culture and Erasure
51:00 – African people as the original people of the planet51:50 – The intentional erasure of Black history57:04 – Are other cultures envious of Black people
Chapter 4: Womanhood, Work and Wellness
1:00:06 – Navigating toxic workplaces as a Black woman1:01:41 – Why feminism was never designed for Black women1:04:56 – The downsides of feminism for our community1:08:30 – What womanism really stands for1:10:12 – Marriage and what she believes it requires1:14:09 – Pushing through depression and the impact of her friend Amber1:19:00 – Why she does not want children and navigating fibroid health issues
1:27:00 – Outro