Coffee with Yvonne

Coffee to Go: Netflix Black Barbie

Yvonne is on hiatus for the summer, while she is OOO enjoy some of her favorite episodes from the show. Coffee with Yvonne returns for the NEW season, September 18!
Yvonne is still on hiatus-FULLY outside (catch her latest trip to Quebec by visiting her socials on Instagram and TikTok) and took time to catch up on her Netflix queue to watch the Black Barbie documentary produced by Shondaland (Scandal and Bridgerton fans stand up!). The documentary tells the history of how three Black women changed Mattel through their work, the cultural impact of Barbie and our perception, marketing's role in Black Barbie...and how PinkDollhouse Marketing may not have existed without the work of these Black women.  
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Coffee to Go: The Group Chat Q1 Wrap Up with Jasmine Smith and Kourtney Pope

Yvonne is on hiatus for the summer, while she is OOO enjoy some of her favorite episodes from the show. Coffee with Yvonne returns for the NEW season, September 18!
The group chat is back! Coffee with Yvonne guest correspondents (we gave them a title ya'll) Jasmine Smith and Kourtney Pope, join Yvonne for coffee to chat about trending topics in Q1 from the continuing saga of Diddy's lawsuits (we were rooting for you, we were all rooting for you!) to the limitations of Black creativity with Beyonce's Cowboy Carter (Bodyguard lovers stand up!) and how AI is the new digital frontier in the industry.
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Marketing Magic: Season Finale, Soulful Strategy Meets Sky-High Style & HBCU Pride

It’s the season finale of Coffee with Yvonne, and she’s closing things out with a powerful dose of Marketing Magic. In this episode, Yvonne unpacks the strategy behind three standout campaigns that blend culture, creativity, and community. From Osep Ramen’s soulful rebrand, to American Airlines’ fashion-forward collab with Brandon Blackwood, to Under Armour’s tribute to HBCU legacy through style—this finale is a celebration of branding with purpose and storytelling that sticks.
So grab your coffee, and let's chat 
Episode chapters 
00:00-1:56: Intro
1:60-4:33: Juneteenth History and Significance
04:38-13:47: Flying in Style: The Brandon Blackwood Effect
13:50-20:01: Sisterhood in Style: The Strategy Behind UA’s Cultural Collab
20:04-26:00: Osep Ramen Soulful Strategy
26:01- 28:15: Season Finale Message
Articles 
Flying in Style: The Brandon Blackwood Effect
Sisterhood in Style: The Strategy Behind UA’s Cultural Collab
Osep Ramen Soulful Strategy
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Okay byeeeeeeee (until next season) 
 

From Plate to Places: The Intersection of Food & Travel with Jessica van Dop DeJesus

In this episode of Coffee with Yvonne, host Yvonne Pearson sits down with Jessica van Dop DeJesus, travel expert, author, and founder of The Dining Traveler (and long-time creative friend), to explore the intersection of food, culture, and storytelling. From discovering hidden culinary gems to tips for traveling with kids, Jessica shares how curiosity fuels her global adventures and content creation. It's a flavorful conversation full of inspiration for creatives, foodies, and culture lovers alike.
So grab your coffee, and let’s chat
Learn more about Jess below: 
Website: https://diningtraveler.com/
Coffee table book: https://diningtravelerguides.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diningtraveler/
Pinterest: https://www.facebook.com/diningtraveler
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/diningtraveler
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMjgccFK_8NrUmIHr_UT_WQ
Episode chapters
00:00-06:04: Intro 
06:07-1:00:00-Interview 
06:07-11:06: How to discover local cuisine while traveling 
11:42-15:20: Top 5 Underrated foodie destinations 
16:57-18:05: A brief history of Puerto Rican food 
21:20-27:03-Advice for parents traveling with kids 
30:05-32:31: Traveling while pregnant 
34:39-36:40: How content creators and foodie bloggers shape trends 
36:54-45:38: Finding inspiration and creating content for her channels 
47:15-52:24: Content creation and discovering your why 
52:27-59:56:  How to build connections in the media 
1:00:13-1:02:12: Quick fire 
1:02:13-1:02:46: Closing
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Chat with you soon. Okay byeeeeeee 

Marketing Magic: Pride, Purpose, and Grand Slam Success

In this week’s episode of Coffee with Yvonne, host Yvonne Pearson dives into another round of Marketing Magic, unpacking the strategy behind three standout brand moves. From Sephora’s purpose-driven Pride campaign with Lady Gaga, to Capital City Mambo Sauce’s expansion into Costco, and the US Open’s powerful tribute to Althea Gibson, this episode explores how brands are using legacy, inclusion, and local flavor to connect with audiences in bold, authentic ways.
With just two more episodes before the summer hiatus, now’s the time to sip, strategize, and get inspired.
So grab your coffee, and let's chat 
Episode chapters 
00:00-03:012:Intro
03:13-10:03: Purpose, Pride & Power: Unpacking Sephora’s Pride Campaign
10:04-18:14: From Kitchen to Cart: Capital City Mambo Sauce’s Costco Breakthrough
18:15-29:26: US Open Grand Slam Marketing Move
29:27-30:58: Closing
Articles 
Purpose, Pride & Power: Unpacking Sephora’s Pride Campaign
From Kitchen to Cart: Capital City Mambo Sauce’s Costco Breakthrough
US Open Grand Slam: When History Serves Brand Power
 
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Managing MS, Motherhood, and the Moments Between with Shantuana Bryant

What does motherhood look like when you're also navigating life with Multiple Sclerosis? In this deeply personal episode of Coffee with Yvonne, Shantuana Bryant joins Yvonne for coffee to share her journey of living with MS as a wife and a mother, offering a vulnerable and empowering look at what it means to parent through uncertainty, grace, and strength.
We dive into the realities of her daily routines, her initial fears after diagnosis, and the creative ways she conserves energy while still showing up as the mom she wants to be. Shantuana talks candidly about the importance of self-care, the support of her village, and what she hopes her daughter learns from watching her live boldly with a chronic condition.
Whether you're living with MS, parenting through health challenges, or simply need a reminder that you're doing your best, you'll find connection and encouragement in this conversation.
So grab your coffee, and let’s chat
Episode Chapters 
00:00-04:36: Intro 
04:37-32:23: Interview 
05:25-07:57: Living with MS 
08:14-10:19: Shanny’s motherhood journey
10:51-14:37: Being diagnosed with MS 
14:38-17:50: Relying on faith and the loss of her father 
18:09-21:06: Finding balance
21:20-24:48: Life Lessons to Share with her daughter 
24:55-27:16: Culture dynamics and being open about health challenges  
27:31- 29:43: Advocacy and myths about MS 
32:25-38:19: Quick-fire questions 
38:20-39:30: Closing
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Chat with you soon. Okay byeeeeeee 

Marketing Magic: Branding Boldly with Roblox, Serena Williams & Crayola

On this episode of Coffee with Yvonne, Yvonne’s serving up a triple shot of marketing magic. She breaks down how Roblox is leveling up the retail game, why Serena Williams is the blueprint for power moves—especially with her new Prime Video show giving a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to be a woman in business—and how Crayola and Amtrak are coloring outside the lines with a collab made for summer travel. Plus, a quick heads-up: Coffee with Yvonne is heading into summer hiatus soon, so catch these gems while they're hot!
So grab your coffee, and let's chat
Episode Chapters 
00:00-02:12: Intro 
02:13-15:54: Roblox New Retail Strategy 
15:55-23:51: Court to C-Suite: Serena’s Power Play
23:52-30:02: Amtrak’s Colorful Collaboration with Crayola
30:03-31:28:Closing 
Articles 
Roblox New Retail Strategy 
Serena Partners with Prime
Amtrak Collabs with Crayola 
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Marketing Magic: Rihanna, Lunchables, Kai Cenat & Lyft’s Bold Moves

This week on Coffee with Yvonne, we’re talking marketing moves that made us do a double-take. From Rihanna's strategic partnership with the WNBA, to Lunchables remixing PB&J with a hip-hop twist (this one is for us Millennials!). We also break down Kai Cenat’s Streamer University and how Lyft is riding into a new demographic by empowering seniors. 
So grab your coffee, and let’s chat.
Episode Chapters 
00:00-01:51: Intro 
02:18-14:54: Rihanna's Courtside Strategy
14:55-24:39: Lunchables Drops the Mic (and the Jelly)
24:42-3429: Kai Cenat's Streamer University
34:44-43:49: Lyft's Silver Initiative
43:50-44:45:Closing
Articles 
Rihanna WNBA partnership 
Lunchables PB&J Snack
Kai Cenat Streamer University 
Lyft Launches Lyft Silver 
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