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In this episode, Thomas Howard aka DJ Doc interviews Sontrell Hawkins-Woods about surrogacy, her personal journey, and how she's helping others navigate the process. They discuss the importance of informed decision-making, ethical practices, and building strong relationships in surrogacy.

Key Topics:

• Surrogacy journey and personal experience
• How to find and select a surrogate
• Legal and ethical considerations in surrogacy
• Building strong relationships between intended parents and surrogates
• Understanding the costs and insurance coverage for surrogacy
• The importance of psychological evaluations in surrogacy
• Misconceptions about surrogacy in the black community
• Legislation affecting fertility treatments in California
• Advice for those considering surrogacy
• The role of support systems and communication

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  Guest: Sontrell Hawkins-Woods: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sontrell-hawkins-woods

  
  

  Sponsor Royal Serene: https://www.instagram.com/tasha.da.esthi?psln=OHN6enFyZmsxeDk0

  
  

  Host / Producer Thomas Howard: https://poplme.co/djdocsd/share

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

In this episode, Sonya Bellamy Jones shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a wellness advocate, dance instructor, and community leader.

She discusses the following

• Her childhood and early independence
• Inspiration from Debbie Allen and fame
• Her work in community and education
• The mission of Ahead Movements Incorporated
• Dance as a tool for healing and confidence
• Overcoming physical trauma and living with a bullet in her lung
• The importance of meeting people where they are in dance and wellness
• Her vision for a future dance and wellness facility
• The role of dance in stress relief and emotional health
• Her experience as a moderator and event host

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Guest Sonya Bellamy Jones: https://www.instagram.com/ahead_movements?srtk=ZWYyNndpOHIzazdi

Sponsor Royal Serene: https://www.instagram.com/tasha.da.esthi?obrf=OHN6enFyZmsxeDk0

Host / Producer Thomas Howard: https://poplme.co/djdocsd/share

Behind The Bottle is a featured segment on the Straight Talk with Dj Doc podcast platform that goes beyond the label to explore the people, stories, creativity, and passion behind the spirits and beverage industry.

Hosted by Thomas Howard, aka Dj Doc, alongside Co-Host Andre Hobbs, Behind The Bottle was recorded on location at the 17th Annual San Diego Spirit Festival, which was held at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla. They brought listeners into conversations with entrepreneurs, brand creators, industry professionals, and the people helping shape the culture surrounding today’s spirits.

In this special edition, Dj Doc and Andre connect with Liz Edwards, Founder / Director of the festival, whose vision brings brands, industry professionals, and consumers together for a unique celebration and experience. The conversation also highlights Sandro Piancone, Sponsor and Co-Owner of Fast Moving Consumer Goods, and his role in supporting the festival and helping beverage brands gain greater exposure in the marketplace.

From discovering what goes into building a successful festival to learning about the business, branding, relationships, and personalities behind the bottles we see on the shelves, this episode offers listeners a look at an industry that is about much more than the drink itself.

Behind The Bottle — where we discover the story, the people, and the passion behind every pour.

Host Thomas Howard: https://poplme.co/djdocsd/share

Co-Host Andre Hobbs: http://www.andrehobbs.com

Liz Edwards: sandiegospiritsfestival.com

Sandro Piancone: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandropiancone

Siren's Tale owner, Brad Starky: sirenstalevodka.com

Sun God Owner, Ben Ward: drinksungod.com

Noche Vida Owner, Gary A. Roahrig: nochevida.com

El Nacimiento Tequila, Stephanie Grande: Elnacimientotequila.com

Catchher Icecream Owner, Sheena Lyte: https://www.instagram.com/catchher_icecream?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Mean Jeans Beverage Services and Bar Essentials Owner, Val Stewart: https://s.blinq.me/tavvVxB6xleQ?bs=icl