Talk Truth with Mario Evon

Mario Evon

Medical Doctor, TV Host and Reggae-Soul Singer/Songwriter, Mario Evon, takes you on a uniquely Jamaican journey through a non-conservative, honest space created to allow his truth, and the truth of others to set them free to grow, laugh, learn and prosper. From relationships, inspiration, sex and sexuality, to the ins and outs of entrepreneurship; In this space, we speak candidly about almost anything, with the intention to inspire, educate and entertain (‘Inspir-Edu-Tainment’), and create a fair and balanced space where your truth shall become your power. This is TALK TRUTH. read less
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Episodes

Identity & Cultural Duality feat. Tonille Watkis (059)
Apr 11 2021
Identity & Cultural Duality feat. Tonille Watkis (059)
In this episode (059) of Talk Truth, I speak to actress, drama teacher and the reigning Miss Planet Jamaica, Tonille Watkis, about identity and cultural duality.  Tonille it born to parents who hail from Clarendon, though she was born in the USA.  What does it mean to be Jamaican when you weren’t born in Jamaica?  We speak about this and a lot more.FIND TONILLE AT:IG: @tonillewatkisFB: https://www.facebook.com/tonille.watkis/TONILLE’S BIO:Tonille Simone Watkis is an actress, drama teacher and the reigning Miss Planet Jamaica. She’s no stranger to pageantry and is also a former Miss Supranational Jamaica & Miss Black USA. She originally hails from Connecticut but, has always known Clarendon to be her second home. Tonille graduated with a BFA in Acting from Adelphi University in New York and a diploma in Classical Acting from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art in England. Since then, Tonille has been working as an actress and drama teacher in CT and touring the U.S. for over five years with her platform Learn for Life, an initiative designed to celebrate diversity & encourage unity across the globe by highlighting social justice issues through the arts & educational programming. Under the platform, she performs her autobiographical one-woman play entitled, “No Boxes Allowed,” about her quest through life to celebrate her cultural duality, debunk the myths and stereotypes surrounding black womanhood and navigate her way through the dating scene shedding light on the moments when consent isn’t just “black or white.”Consume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaConnect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/tlktrth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlktrth Twitter: http://twitter.com/TlkTrthIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @tlktrth and use hashtags #TalkTruthJA and #TlkTrth.Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by M.E. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
My Journey with Endometriosis feat. Shauna Fuller Clarke (055)
Mar 7 2021
My Journey with Endometriosis feat. Shauna Fuller Clarke (055)
In this episode (055) of Talk Truth, I speak to Business Coach, Innovation Strategist, Endo-Warrior and friend, Shauna Fuller Clarke, about her journey with Endometriosis, a condition that affects 1 in 10 females, and that could have taken her life.  We are happy to have her share her truth this month of March, Endometriosis month, and know you will appreciate so much from this story of unexpected revelations and true resilience.B.A.S.E. FoundationIG: @basejamaicaEmail: hello@basejamaica.comConsume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaConnect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/tlktrthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlktrthTwitter: http://twitter.com/TlkTrthIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @tlktrth and use hashtags #TalkTruthJA and #TlkTrth.Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by M.E. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Seeking Clarity feat. Samantha Johnson (049)
Jan 24 2021
Seeking Clarity feat. Samantha Johnson (049)
In this episode (049) of Talk Truth, I speak to The Layman’s Doctor, Dr Samantha Johnson, about how she did aggressive introspection to identify unhealthy routines in her life, in an effort to seek clarity and take new steps to be more deliberate about taking better care of herself.  This episode is packed with gems on how to start to seek clarity in your life, especially if you are feeling lost or discouraged. Consume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaFIND EVERYTHING SAMANTHA JOHNSON AT:https://linktr.ee/thelaymansdrBOOKS DISCUSSED:Atomic Habits (James Clear) - https://amzn.to/3pejcKUStart With Why (Simon Sinek) - https://amzn.to/3a5l7v4The Alchemist (Paulo Coelho) - https://amzn.to/3qNBxidConnect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/tlktrth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tlktrthTwitter: http://twitter.com/tlktrthIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @tlktrth and use hashtags #TalkTruthJA and #TlkTrth.Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by Tiffany Lue-Yen. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Living Gen Z - Truths, Myths & Everything In Between ft. Mischa Christie (048)
Jan 17 2021
Living Gen Z - Truths, Myths & Everything In Between ft. Mischa Christie (048)
In this episode (048) of Talk Truth, I speak to Pharmacist, YouTuber/Content Creator, Mischa Christie, about the truths, myths and everything in between about living Gen Z in Jamaica. We traverse his perspective on the Zoomers and how they function in the workplace, with technology, in relationships and so much more.Consume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaFIND EVERYTHING MISCHA CHRISTIE:http://instagram.com/mdc_rx (Health & Wellness Content)http://instagram.com/mdeoroc (Personal IG page)YouTube: MDC VidzTwitter: https://twitter.com/mischachristie  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mischa-christie-93028868 Connect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/talk.truthja Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talktruthjmTwitter: http://twitter.com/TalkTruthJaIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @tlktrth and use hashtags #TalkTruthJA and #TlkTrth.Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by Tiffany Lue-Yen. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mind, Body & Spirit feat. Patrice Dwyer (046)
Jan 3 2021
Mind, Body & Spirit feat. Patrice Dwyer (046)
In this episode (046), I speak to Transformational Therapist, Patrice Dwyer, about the Mind, Body & Spirit.  We speak about her journey through many jobs to finally get to one where she has a significant daily impact on the minds, bodies and spirits of many, and also how you can increase your awareness of each in your own life.Consume this podcast at: http://talktruthja.com Or https://linktr.ee/talktruthja Connect with Patrice Dwyer at:Transformation Therapist: https://instagram.com/patricetransformsjaWebsite: http://www.patricetransformsja.comhttps://linktr.ee/patricetransformsjahttp://www.instagram.com/navigatinghealthservices Connect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvon Connect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/talk.truthja Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talktruthjmTwitter: http://twitter.com/TalkTruthJa If you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuest Send us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have. In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @tlktrth and use the hashtags #TlkTrth #TalkTruthJA, #TTwME and #METalkTruth. Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by Tiffany Lue-Yen. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Resilience feat. Natalie Murray (045)
Dec 27 2020
Resilience feat. Natalie Murray (045)
In this episode (045), I speak to Entrepreneur, Health Coach, Spinning Instructor and Mother, Natalie Murray, as we discuss the quality of resilience, one that her life experiences have caused her to relate to deeply.  We speak about her journey to entrepreneurship, divorce, motherhood and so much more and how she bounced back from each challenge and embraced them as life lessons.Consume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaConnect with Natalie Murray at:Health Coach: https://instagram.com/nataliemurray.jmThe Life Store (Natalie's Wellness Boutique): https://instagram.com/thelifestorejahttps://www.thelifestoreja.com/Connect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/talk.truthja Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talktruthjmTwitter: http://twitter.com/TalkTruthJaBOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE (and affiliate Links)The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Simon & Schuster) - https://amzn.to/34JH0OqYou Can Heal Your Life (Louise Hay) - https://amzn.to/2WMpkNJThe Biology of Belief (Bruce Lipton) - https://amzn.to/2WN5phHIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @tlktrth and use the hashtags #TlkTrth #TalkTruthJA, #TTwME and #METalkTruth.Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by Tiffany Lue-Yen. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
I'm a Returning Resident feat. Calee Scharschmidt (042)
Dec 6 2020
I'm a Returning Resident feat. Calee Scharschmidt (042)
In this episode (042), I speak to Jamaican Creative, Calee Scharschmidt, about moving from Jamaica to the United States of America then returning home to live in Jamaica.  We discuss many of her challenges as a mother, divorcee and everything she has encountered in finding her footing on returning home.  We tackle getting a job, interactions with old friends, dating with children and so much more.Consume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaConnect with Calee Scharschmidt at:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/supercalee Connect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/talk.truthja Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talktruthjmTwitter: http://twitter.com/TalkTruthJaIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @talk.truthja (both on Instagram) and use hashtags #TalkTruthJA, #TTwME and #TLKTRTH and @talktruthja (Twitter only).Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by Tiffany Lue-Yen. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Burnout, Break & Realignment (041)
Nov 29 2020
Burnout, Break & Realignment (041)
This episode (041), I titled ‘Burnout, Break & Realignment’ as I speak about all that has been happening in my extended season break, and how it has affected me.  Some of the things I cover include:Why I’ve been gone for so longMy intended break and why it got extendedBurnout and its definitionMy experience with burnoutHow COVID made this experience uniqueRealignmentHow I became realigned and the things that I needed to do to feel realignedWhy it’s important for you to take a break if you feel you need one Consume this podcast at:http://talktruthja.comOrhttps://linktr.ee/talktruthjaConnect with Mario Evon at:http://linktr.ee/MarioEvon Website: http://www.MarioEvon.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/MarioEvonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/MarioEvonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/MarioEvonMusicYouTube: http://www.YouTube.com/MarioEvonSnapchat: @MarioEvonConnect with Talk Truth at:Email: talktruthja@gmail.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/talk.truthja Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talktruthjmTwitter: http://twitter.com/TalkTruthJaIf you are interested in being a guest, complete the following form:http://smarturl.it/TalkTruthGuestSend us an email to talktruthja@gmail.com, with topics that you'd like us to discuss and any feedback you may have.In your social media posts tag @MarioEvon and @talk.truthja (both on Instagram) and use hashtags #TalkTruthJA, #TTwME and #METalkTruth and @talktruthja (Twitter only).Music for Podcast: Reggae Meets Soul (Outro) - Mario Evon.Photo in Podcast Artwork by Tiffany Lue-Yen. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★