About Let’s Talk About It!
In “Let’s Talk About It,” guests are invited to delve into their lived experiences, reflecting on milestone moments that have either propelled them forward or diverted their paths. What sets our podcast apart? We anchor our conservations around two pillars of the Black community: books and music. Through this unique lens, we capture, entertain, and inform our audience, creating a rich tapestry of stories and insights that resonate and inspire.
Host TJ Lowery
Meet Tjuana Yvonne, one of the voices behind ‘Let’s Talk About It The Podcast.’TJ is from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and has called Arizona home since July 2012. She is a Veteran, Realtor, and Vice President of Human Resources at the Arizona Boardwalk. She was one of the founding board members of the non-profit organization BHRS in 2022 and currently serves as the inaugural President. Tjuana Yvonne brings a wealth of experience and insight to every conversation.
She shares, “As the host of Let’s Talk About It the Podcast, I’m thrilled to peel back the layers of our community’s change agents. We know they’ve accomplished great things, but what are the lived experiences beyond their professions that shaped who they are today? Join me and my co-host @Shatema for an authentic deep dive into these stories, exploring the personal journeys of people of color who are making a meaningful difference. But who am I beyond the titles? I’m a mother, a grandmother (Grandma Lovey, to be exact), and I love love the arts with music being my fav! My journey has been as diverse and multifaceted as those we’ll explore together on Let’s Talk About It the podcast”
TJ believes her leadership in the Black HR Society and over 20+ years in HR, non-profits, and accounting have taught her the importance of understanding people at their core. She leads with empathy, grace, integrity, and compassion, with justice being her goal.
Get ready for informative, entertaining, and authentic conversations as we uncover the lived experiences that have shaped these extraordinary individuals, and in turn, find a deeper connection within our own communities.
Host Shatema Gresham
Shatema is an Arizona native with deep roots professionally within the corporate and government sector. She brings 20+ years of experience in Human Resources and Talent Management. She has a strong track record in identifying workplace challenges and creating attainable solutions that yield desirable results.
In addition to serving as the CEO of PTMG, Shatema provides speaking engagements dedicated to talent acquisition and leadership development. An active member of The Black HR Society, she serves as the VP of Membership and Professional Development. The Black HR Society is a non-profit organization that focuses on equitable employment and eradicating racism in the workplace. She is also a member of AZ Small Business Association where she has served as a GO Mentor.
As co-host of Let’s Talk About It Podcast, I am excited about connecting with the guests in a non-traditional interview format. Partnering with TJ on the opportunity to connect with different community leaders within a podcast setting has always been a goal of mine. The idea of creating an unscripted environment where the guest and myself can engage in authentic conversations that entertain and inform is the hallmark of the podcast. I believe we accomplished that with our unorthodox format which brings each guest’s lived experiences forward and highlights their milestone moments both professionally and personally.
