A caramel-apple bourbon toast opens the door to a story that hits harder than cinnamon: growing up in a restrictive church, feeling unseen, and transforming that past into a mission to build belonging at scale. Our guest—known to thousands as “Queenie B”—breaks down how a simple idea became a million-view movement that helps singles connect and small businesses grow without buying ads.

We unpack the playbook behind Queenie Connects, the singles social group that ditched awkward first dates for low-pressure events and genuine conversation. The formula is refreshingly human: when you stop selling and start hosting, people relax, show up as themselves, and make real connections. That approach spilled into entrepreneurship with the NWA Networking Alliance—now rebranding to Hive Networking—a public Facebook group engineered for organic reach, authentic intros, and thoughtful moderation. In just five weeks: 6,300 members, one million views, and a long list of owners reporting viral posts and new customers.

You’ll hear why public groups amplify discovery, how moderation standards transform “ads” into stories people actually share, and why the hive metaphor matters: everyone contributes, everyone benefits. We talk sponsorships that feel like partnerships, virtual-first access for time-strapped founders, and the surprising power of giving comments before asking for clicks. From prom gowns for teens to collaborations with Fashion Week and cultural institutions, this is community-building as a growth engine—practical, generous, and wildly effective.

If you’re curious about organic marketing, authentic networking, and turning strangers into supporters, this conversation hands you the blueprint. Subscribe, share with a friend who runs a small business, and tell us: what authentic story are you ready to post next?