BILFPOD
The BILFPOD (Boss I'd Like To Follow) takes a deep dive into the lives and 'drives' of others. This weekly show, hosted by Mara Dorne, features unfiltered conversations with business leaders, influencers, and BILF's in their own accord. Branded segments such as "BILF Breakdown" "What's in your BILF bag” and many more that will keep you entertained, inspired and bring on allll the feels- LIVE from our studio- in 6 inch heels! Anyone who says business isn’t fun has obviously never listened to the BILFPOD.
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May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
58 min
She's been acting since age 6, went to Hollywood High School's Performing Arts program alongside legends like Brandy and Lawrence Fishburne, and never had a nine-to-five a day in her life. In this episode of The Bilf Pod, we sit down with the incredibly talented Porscha Coleman — actress, singer, TV host, voiceover artist, and all-around powerhouse — to talk about what it really takes to make your passion your paycheck. Porscha opens up about landing her breakout roles, turning down agents who told her to "pick one" talent, and what it's like playing the wild and messy character Naomi on Tyler Perry's Divorce in Sisters — the #1 debut show on BET+, now streaming on Paramount+. She also gets real about navigating Hollywood's pressures as a woman, her health journey with fibroids, why she chose to freeze her eggs, the rise of women entrepreneurship, dealing with haters when your character is that good, and why authenticity will always be your biggest flex. This one is for every woman who has been told to stay in a box — and refused. 🎙️ Follow Porscha: @PorschaColeman on all platforms 📺 Watch Divorce Sisters on Paramount+ 👇 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment

May 7, 2026
May 7, 2026
39 min
What happens when a girl from a sexually repressed Buddhist household, who attended an all-girls Catholic school, becomes one of the world's most recognized sex educators? You get Dr. Tara — tenured professor, bestselling author, and TV personality on Celebs Go Dating — and she's holding absolutely nothing back. In this episode of The BILFPod, we're going there. Like, ALL the way there. Dr. Tara breaks down why sexual communication is the #1 predictor of long-term relationship satisfaction (backed by a 5,000-person study), why the Madonna-Wh*** complex is destroying women's confidence, and why the way someone behaves in bed tells you everything about who they are in life. We also get into: 🔥 The difference between Eros vs. Storge love styles — and why mismatching them leads to divorce 🔥 Why sex-positive parenting raises kids that make smarter decisions 🔥 Open relationships, polyamory, and why there's no one-size-fits-all 🔥 "Erotic solutions" for couples with different sexual profiles 🔥 Her viral sex personality test from her book How Do You Like It? 🔥 Why shame around sexuality is doing humanity a disservice This isn't the sex ed you got in school. This is the real conversation women deserve to have. 📖 Grab Dr. Tara's book How Do You Like It? at www.luvbites.co 📲 Follow Dr. Tara: on Instagram & TikTok 💬 Drop a comment 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this with a friend who needs to hear it.

Apr 30, 2026
Apr 30, 2026
53 min
In this episode of The BilFPod, Mara sits down with the legendary Dr. Forbes Riley—a woman who has generated over $2.5 BILLION in sales, graced Broadway stages, hosted ESPN games, delivered 2 TED Talks, and authored 3 bestselling books. This conversation is raw, real, and absolutely packed with value for every woman who has ever been told to shrink herself in a room. 🔥 In This Episode We Cover: -How Dr. Forbes Riley mastered the art of the pitch and turned it into $2.5 billion in sales -Why women shrink themselves in boardrooms and how to STOP doing it -The truth about being a woman in corporate America and navigating the boys' club -How authenticity is your greatest weapon in sales and in life -Why your appearance, confidence and energy govern everything in business -The double standard women face every single day and how to flip it into power -How to gain respect without changing who you are -The importance of controlling your emotions without losing your authenticity -Why the internet and your voice are the most powerful tools women have today 📲 Connect with Dr. Forbes Riley: Instagram: @forbes_riley 📌 If this episode fired you up, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and hit the 🔔 so you never miss an episode of The BilFPod—where authenticity trumps authority.

Apr 23, 2026
Apr 23, 2026
37 min
If you were alive in the 2000s, you KNOW this man. From Locked Up to Smack That to lighting up an entire continent—the GOAT himself, AKON, sits down with Mara Dorne on The BilfPod for the most unfiltered conversation of his career. We go DEEP. No filter. Just truth. In this episode, Akon opens up about the following: -Going 6 years straight with NO days off (2004–2010) and not even realizing it -Why prison was the making of him — and actually saved his life -The real story behind losing his first millions (and why he doesn't regret it) -What it was really like working with Lady Gaga before she was GAGA -Why he kept a small circle — and how a big entourage almost destroyed him -His bold prediction: Africa will dominate global music within the next decade -His brand new album Beautiful Day dropping April 24th — and what comes next This is the episode Mara says she'll never top. And honestly? We believe her. 🎵 Get Akon's new album Beautiful Day — April 24th 🌐 Find Akon everywhere: akon.com 💬 Drop a comment — what's your favorite Akon song of all time? 👍 Like, subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode 🎙️ The BilfPod — where authenticity trumps authority #Akon #TheBillPod #AkonInterview #NewMusic #BeautifulDay #MaraDorn #AkonIsBack #AfricanMusic #Afrobeats #MusicPodcast

Apr 16, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
44 min
🎙️ The Podcasting GOAT Reveals His Secrets to Going Viral & Building a Network | Mike C Rock In this episode of The Bill's Pod, Myra sits down with Mike C Rock—podcast host, entrepreneur, networking powerhouse, and founder of That One Agency and Quantum Expansion. Mike went from running a mortgage operation from Philadelphia to Miami to building a 2.2 million following and appearing on over 1,200 podcasts in 5 years. This one is PACKED with value. 🔥 In This Episode We Cover the Following: How Mike walked away from a lucrative mortgage business at 40 to reinvent himself Why most entrepreneurs are in "chase mode" and how to flip to an attraction model The podcasting strategy that created omnipresence across all social platforms How to land big-name guests even when nobody knows who you are Why your environment and the people around you will make or break your success The "tank vs trunk" mindset that separates winners from victims What Quantum Expansion is and why it's changing lives 3 simple steps to launching and growing your podcast TODAY 📲 Connect with Mike C Rock: Instagram: @MikeyCRock 📌 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of The Bill's Pod—where authenticity trumps authority.

Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
25 min
What does it really mean to decide if someone is guilty… or not?In this episode of BILF Podcast, we sit down with Beth Karas — former prosecutor turned independent legal consultant and renowned legal analyst.From facing real people behind the cases… to witnessing moments that no script could ever capture… Beth shares the truth about the justice system from the inside.In this episode:What it feels like to decide someone’s fate: guilty or notThe reality of working with real people, not just case filesCases where justice didn’t go as expectedUnscripted courtroom moments that change everythingHer transition from prosecutor to media expert on The Curious Case Of…This isn’t just about law.It’s about pressure, perception… and decisions that can change lives forever.

Mar 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
35 min
What if the thing the world told you was your limitation… was actually your greatest power?In this episode of BILF, Lachi—GRAMMY-nominated artist, cultural architect, and CEO—shares how she transformed adversity into influence and identity into impact.Blind since childhood, Lachi didn’t just navigate the world differently—she chose to redefine it. From music to activism, from vulnerability to leadership, this conversation dives deep into what it really means to own your story in a world that tries to label you.We talk about:– Turning “difference” into power– Why blindness was never the real obstacle– The hidden strength behind vulnerability– Building confidence and finding your voice– Using entertainment to break stigmas and shift cultureThis isn’t just an episode — it’s a perspective shift.If you’ve ever felt underestimated, unseen, or boxed in… this one is for you.🎧 Watch now and rethink what’s possible.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g 00:00 – 00:35 – Intro00:35 – 03:00 – Growing Up Blind & Nigerian American — Family, Shame & Finding Music03:00 – 07:00 – "It Wasn't the Condition, But the "Conditioning"—Overcoming Shame & Neurodivergence07:00 – 12:00 – Breaking Into Music — From Piano to Grammy Nominations12:00 – 17:00 – Advocacy & Building RAMPD — Fighting for Disability Inclusion in the Music Industry17:00 – 22:00 – Glam Canes: Turning a Walking Cane Into a Fashion Statement & Business22:00 – 27:00 – Disability Visibility in Media & The PBS Renegades Series27:00 – 31:00 – What's Next — Children's Album "Magnificent," Book Tour & Glam Canes Expansion31:00–34:15 – Final Message—Accept, Embrace, Celebrate & Become a Beacon for Others34:15 – 35:17 – OutroGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Lachi → @lachimusicFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod

Mar 19, 2026
Mar 19, 2026
1hr 5 min
n this episode of BILF Pod, we sit down with Kelly Brogan — a holistic psychiatrist, bestselling author, and the voice behind a radically different approach to mental health and women’s well-being.This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. We explore the limitations of modern medicine, the emotional realities many women face, and the deeper work of reclaiming autonomy, identity, and relationships.From questioning traditional psychiatric practices to redefining healing, this episode challenges everything you think you know about mental health.No clichés. No easy answers. Just an honest conversation about transformation, responsibility, and what it really means to take control of your life.🎙️ Topics we cover:– Mental health beyond medication– Women, identity, and autonomy– Marriage, growth, and emotional responsibility– Questioning the medical system– Reclaiming control over your lifeIf you're ready to think differently — this one’s for you.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here: / @bilfpod Get Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow kelly Brogan → @KellyBroganMD Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod

Mar 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2026
47 min
In this episode of BILF Pod, Mara sits down with Rebekah, the entrepreneur behind Dion, the app designed to help people build deeper, more intentional connections.Rebekah shares the story behind creating Dion, the inspiration that led her to build a platform focused on meaningful relationships, and the challenges that come with launching something new in a world dominated by superficial interactions. From the early idea to turning it into a real product, she opens up about the entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned along the way, and what it really takes to build something that stands out.The conversation also goes beyond business. Mara and Rebekah talk about aligned partnerships, leadership, success pressure, and the anxiety that often hides behind achievement. They explore why having the right people around you matters, how strong leaders create space for others, and why giving back and fighting exclusion are essential parts of long-term impact.This episode is about building, growing, and staying grounded while navigating success.If you're interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, meaningful relationships, and the mindset behind building impactful companies, this conversation is for you.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g Get Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Mara Dorne → @revekkapalFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod

Mar 5, 2026
Mar 5, 2026
38 min
She was told to be quieter. Smaller. More “grateful.”In this episode of BILF Pod, Jade Shenker sits down with Mara Dorne to talk about ambition, divorce, power dynamics, and the subtle ways people try to box you in when your growth makes them uncomfortable.From navigating high-stakes opportunities to rebuilding after divorce, this isn’t a victim story — it’s a conversation about ownership, standards, and refusing to shrink for anyone.If you’ve ever felt pressured to dim your light to keep others comfortable… this one’s for you. 🎙️🔥Watch until the end — the shift in perspective might hit harder than the jokes.Subscribe to BILF Pod for conversations that don’t just entertain — they expose the truth behind the grind. 🎙️If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g Get Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Jade Shenker→ @jadeshenkerFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod #BILFPod #JadeShenker #MaraDorne #WomenInBusiness #LifeAfterDivorce #FemaleAmbition #EntrepreneurMindset #LevelUp #SelfGrowth #powermoves
