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The Unscripted Push Podcast w/ DeVonnda Shantel & Ebony S. Bailey
Where becoming your best self is better unscripted.
Life doesn’t come with a script—and neither do we. The Unscripted Push Podcast is where raw, transparent conversations meet purpose-driven growth. Hosted by DeVonnda Shantel and Ebony S. Bailey, this podcast challenges you to step outside your comfort zone and into your full potential—mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Through laughter, honest reflection, and a little tough love, they bring real talk that inspires real transformation.
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Meet the Hosts
DeVonnda Shantel McCormick is a Self-Esteem Coach, author, and Leadership & Development strategist dedicated to helping women heal, build confidence, and live with intention. Through her book Heal Your Mind and Soul Through Self Work (2022) and motivational speaking, she empowers women to embrace their individuality and purpose.
Ebony S. Bailey is a publishing expert, entrepreneur, and women’s empowerment leader. As the founder of Purposely Booked Publishing and creator of DreamPad, she helps individuals bring their stories to life. She is also the visionary behind the She Woke Up Conference, inspiring women to pursue their God-given purpose boldly.
Together, DeVonnda and Ebony bring faith, wisdom, and life experience to The Unscripted Push Podcast, creating a space for honest conversations that push you toward your best self.
Nakia Lawrence is the founder and lead stylist of NLthestylist, a premier fashion styling brand committed to elevating styles and redefining deserved luxury. Specializing in closet organization, personal, brand, and commercial styling, Nakia helps entrepreneurs, professionals, and fashion enthusiasts build confidence through fashion. Nakia offers services including wardrobe consulting, closet organizing, personal shopping, and tools like the NL Fashion Planner. With the upcoming launch of NL Laundry Service, Nakia continues to provide stylish solutions that simplify and elevate everyday fashion. Whether refining a personal wardrobe or shaping a brand’s image, NL transforms style into a powerful statement.
Saturday Speakers
Main Stage Speakers
Ebony S. Bailey is an award-winning author, publisher, speaker, and empowerment strategist dedicated to helping individuals awaken to their purpose and walk in it ON purpose. As the visionary behind the She Woke Up movement, she challenges women to rise above fear, doubt, and stagnation to create the life they were designed to live.
In 2024, Ebony was honored with the DWAP Award for Innovator of the Year, recognizing her groundbreaking contributions to publishing, empowerment, and personal development. As the founder of Purposely Booked Publishing, she helps aspiring and established authors bring their voices and visions to print. With over 18 years of experience in administrative roles, she has mastered the art of creating efficient systems and guiding others through the publishing process with clarity and confidence.
Her work extends beyond books—she curates life-changing experiences through The She Woke Up Creating Conference, The She Woke Up Web Series, and her motivational journals and guided planners under Dreampad.
As a certified life coach, Ebony is passionate about helping others overcome obstacles that hold them back from living fully in their purpose. She has spoken at numerous women's events and featured in Bold Journey Magazine and Canvas Rebel Magazine. Her voice is amplified through The Unscripted Push Podcast, where she and co-host DeVonnda Shantel have raw, unfiltered conversations about faith, family, business, and personal growth.
Ebony’s signature event, The She Woke Up Creating Conference, is a two-day experience that equips women to build, grow, and dominate their God-given assignments. In 2025, the conference theme, “She Woke Up Dominating,” encourages attendees to enter a season of strategic execution and mastery in business, leadership, and personal development.
TINA MOORE
Confidence Coach | Community Builder | Author | Entrepreneur|
Professional Certified Life Coach & Certified Christian Mentor
Tina Moore is a powerful speaker, teacher, motivator, and supporter of emerging leaders
and aspiring influencers. With over three decades of leadership experience, Tina shows up and inspires women to get out of their heads and into the spaces they are destined to
dominate. This trailblazer operates apostolically, as she is a builder of people and
movements. Tina is gifted to create tribes and grow communities where people feel
uplifted, encouraged, and inspired to be their most confident selves.
As the CEO of Tina Moore Global, which consists of Million Dollar Confidence Coaching, the Disruptors Mentorship Circle, the Crazy, Courageous Confidence Community, the New Now Next Community, Dance N2 Shape and Keep It Sexy Sista, Tina has found a way to touch the lives of women across the globe no matter what their challenges may be.
She enjoys bringing her community members together at live events in the US each year. She also loves hosting virtual, global events such as her annual International Women’s Day Summit which activates action in women everywhere while broadening her reach.
With over three decades of leadership experience, Tina shows up and inspires women to
get out of their heads and into the spaces in life they are destined to dominate. Tina has the ability to reach women where they are and teach them to push past barriers and embrace the best version of themselves. Her clients range from Pastors and Prophetesses to single moms and domestic abuse survivors. She is most known for her quotes, “Millions of people are waiting on you” and “You are necessary and needed!”
Tina is the author of “Unleash and Soar: Start Today Living Boldly & Beyond Limits” and is excited about the release of her upcoming book “The Fight for Freedom”. Tina is truly a
pioneer and a disruptor of sorts that has always possessed the gift to birth and build
movements that shifts the lives of those assigned to her voice. She is most proud of being
the mother of two of the most awesome individuals she’s ever met, Zamar and Gracen.
Odetta L. Brown is the wife of Major Steven J. Brown (US Army) and the mother of Sydney Joy and Sophya Julianna. She is also the third child and only daughter of the late Greats, Pastor Sidney A Locks, Jr. and Mrs. Carol Ann Locks.
Above all of Odetta's life's matriculations and accomplishments, the greatest is that she is saved by Jesus and committed to living to live again.
With over twenty years of ministerial service, Odetta is at her core a Holy Ghost-filled Bible Teacher and intercessor. She believes her purpose is to be a vessel aiding in enlightening the spirits and minds of people and fellow Kingdom teachers through instruction of the Holy Scriptures by the power and inspiration of the Holy Ghost.
Odetta has served in many capacities, such as Youth Pastor (4 years) and later, Christian Education Pastor (3 years). Today, she is the founder and facilitator of iTeach Academy, where students' main objective is first to live what they will preach or teach via the Holy Scriptures. Brown is also an Author, Christian Education Curriculum Builder, Ministerial Training and Workshop Facilitator. It is the absolute joy of Odetta's life to witness others come alive to the truth of God's infallible Word, to celebrate God-answered prayers, and to experience lives transformed by the teaching of God's Word.
Stephanie's role as Associate Pastor at Word Tabernacle Church, under the leadership of Senior Pastor, James D. Gailliard, is multifaceted and deeply rooted in her personal journey and calling to ministry. She oversees significant aspects of the church's support systems through her leadership of the Centers for Faith & Family and Health & Wellness. Her journey into ministry started with her commitment to her family as a wife and mother, which has been a foundational aspect of her spiritual development and service. She has a rich background in education and ministry, having earned a master's degree from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University in Health Education and one from Carolina University in Organizational Leadership with a ministry focus.
Beyond her pastoral duties, Stephanie engages with a broader audience through Kingdom Conversations. In this weekly radio broadcast, she encourages listeners to elevate their thinking and living according to the principles of the Kingdom of God. This platform allows her to extend her ministry beyond the church walls, impacting the community with her messages of faith and empowerment.
As an author, Stephanie has penned works such as "Unmasked & Unashamed: Real Women, Real Stories" and "The Warrior Wife," which reflect her commitment to addressing real-life issues from a Christian perspective. Her personal brand, Stephanie Speaks, encompasses her broader ministry efforts, including W.I.F.E. Prayer, underscoring her dedication to empowering women and promoting spiritual growth.
Stephanie's perspective on ministry reflects a deep sense of humility and gratitude. Her understanding that ministry is something she "gets to do" highlights her appreciation for the opportunity to contribute to God's work and to fulfill her calling. This outlook likely inspires her to approach challenges with resilience and to celebrate successes with humility, all while staying focused on the ultimate purpose of glorifying God through her service.
Break Out Speakers
DeVonnda Shantel McCormick is a renowned Self-Esteem Coach, author, podcast co-host, and Leadership & Development strategist. She empowers women worldwide to redefine beauty standards, heal, and live purposefully.
A native of Durham, NC, DeVonnda holds a B.A. in History from Elizabeth City State University and an M.S.Ed. from Capella University. Her accolades include being named one of North Carolina's 100 Most Successful Women (2013) and ACHI Magazine's Master Coach of the Year (2022).
Through motivational talks, mentoring, and her book, "Heal Your Mind and Soul Through Self Work" (2022), DeVonnda inspires women to embrace their uniqueness. As Associate Director in the RTP, she balances her professional life with her passion for fashion and event hosting.
Rooted in God's love, DeVonnda's mission is to help women globally build self-esteem, live with intention, and celebrate their individuality.
Tanisha L. Walker is the Creative Executive Artist of In God's Image Photography/Makeup Artistry.
Born in the DMV and raised by her loving grandparents Jesse & Margarie Perrin, she was always encouraged to use her love for the arts through descriptive writing, poetry, dance, visiting museums & public speaking. Her first grand experience utilizing her passion for art as an 8 year old was with her elementary school's program for creatives, Odyssey of the Mind where she created a clay version of Mt.Vesuvius bringing it to life with paint, cotton balls and ashes, showing destruction of the city of Pompeii. It was during this time that she began to play in makeup. A collection of flavored lip glossed & black eyeliner pencils as a child grew to lipsticks in myriad shades, foundations with various coverage options and completed looks to fit an occasion not just for herself but for family and friends.
With over 24 years of professional experience and as the Owner of a well supported creative business, Tanisha thrives in helping her clients put their best face forward in her makeup chair and in front of her camera, all with the same fun and creativity she had as a child. Enhancing lives one experience at a time by inspiring love, light, and peace, Tanisha, hopes to continue to serve doing what she loves and loving what she does with the grand support of her amazing husband, loving family & host of ride and live family, friends and clients who pray with and for her continued success. Tanisha hopes to leave an impact in the world with memories of fun, laughter, and light so she's remembered as a creative who carries the heart of her Creator.
Michelle Holmes is the founder of Flourish & Thriving Solutions, a faith-driven fractional executive firm dedicated to helping businesses and communities flourish with excellence, integrity, and impact. With 20 years of corporate experience in customer service, quality, and operations 10 of those in executive leadership. Michelle has helped countless businesses and ministries streamline operations, develop strong leadership, and build sustainable growth.
She is known for her ability to take God-given visions and turn them into actionable, sustainable strategies. Whether working with business leaders, church ministries, or community organizations, her passion lies in helping leaders move from vision to execution while honoring their faith and purpose.
Beyond business, Michelle and her husband Maurice are raising six children, ranging from 11 months to 23 years old, and Pastors in the Raleigh community. Their heart is for strengthening families, developing leaders, and equipping the next generation to walk boldly in their calling.