In this episode of Career View Mirror®, host Joyel Crawford sits down with P.O.C. Proof of Consciousness – Tamara Russell, founder of Revive Is Alive, a media platform dedicated to amplifying conscious conversations, empowerment, and community. Together, they explore how one spark at a college internship turned into a career of advocacy, media leadership, and social impact.
Tamara Russell, also known as P.O.C. Proof of Consciousness, is the visionary founder of Revive Is Alive, a multimedia platform that blends radio, community engagement, and advocacy to amplify diverse voices. She is a radio personality, public speaker, and community leader based in Philadelphia. Connect with Tamara and Revive Is Alive at reviveisalive.com.
Revive Is Alive Media Platform: reviveisalive.com
WURD Radio (90.9 FM Philadelphia) – where Tamara got her start as an intern and continues to collaborate
International Women in Media training (for safety and advocacy in journalism)
Influences mentioned: Martin (WZUP), Queen Latifah’s Flavor Magazine, Wu-Tang Clan (RZA)
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The power of embracing your voice — how Tamara turned being told she “talked too much” into a lifelong career of amplifying truth and community stories.
How to stand out in a noisy world — why being authentic, “getting out of your own WAY (Who Are You?),” and not trying to fit in is the real key to success.
Why legacy matters — Tamara’s vision for future generations to break cycles of survival mode and live with freedom, creativity, and purpose.
On Career View Mirror®, host Joyel Crawford shares the tools to help you advocate for your strengths, discover your passions, and learn from folks who transformed their own careers for the better. Joyel is a consultant, author, speaker, and CEO of Crawford Leadership Strategies.
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Hosted and Directed by: Joyel Crawford
Produced by: Kala J West
Sponsored by: Crawford Leadership Strategies
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