Early Accountability

On this special milestone episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker celebrates her show’s 200th episode with a heartfelt solo reflection. Kimi, a dedicated behavior change and improvement catalyst, opens up about the podcast’s journey—tracing its humble beginnings through stretches of hiatus and the immense growth and transformation that followed. She shares candid stories of her own challenges behind the mic, t...

In this moving episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker sits down with award-winning financial educator and author Matt Paradise to explore his powerful story of redemption, resilience, and purpose. Matt takes listeners on a deeply personal journey, from facing homelessness and addiction in his teenage years to overcoming a rare and life-threatening cancer diagnosis in adulthood. Alo...

In this inspiring episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker welcomes Scott Madere, stewardship coach, author, and host of the Inspire Stewardship Podcast. With a powerful personal story of financial struggle and redemption, Scott shares how he and his wife overcame over $70,000 in debt and found renewed purpose and faith along the way. Drawing on his background in teaching, behavior c...

In this uplifting episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker is joined by Robert J. Hunt, executive coach, peer group facilitator, and co-author of Nobody Cares Until You Do. Known as The Accountability Dude, Robert brings two decades of business coaching and leadership experience to the conversation, diving deep into the real meaning of accountability: owning your life, your choices, ...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker welcomes Cassaundra Burks—a civil rights activist, entrepreneur, wife, mother, and the first Black female Republican candidate for Georgia House District 64. Cassaundra shares her incredible journey from overcoming early life adversity and a felony conviction to becoming a federally cleared leader dedicated to se...

In this heartfelt and empowering episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker is joined by Venchele Saint Dic, a writing brand strategist, public health advocate, and founder of Pathway Coach Writing. Venchele shares how her multicultural background and global experiences shaped her mission to help women of color and emerging thought leaders use writing as a transformative tool for heali...

In this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker sits down with Michael Morgan, financial educator and passionate advocate for economic empowerment. Michael shares his journey into the world of financial literacy, highlighting how his early experiences shaped his drive to teach others about smart money management. He and Kimi dive into practical tools for achieving financial wellness, including the importance o...

In this inspiring episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker sits down with Dr. Michelle Clay, a physician turned holistic wellness expert and founder of Freeality, to discuss her transformative journey from conventional medicine to whole-person healing. Dr. Clay shares how she pursued her childhood dream of becoming a doctor, only to realize that true healing extends beyond prescripti...

In this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker is joined by G. Michael Hopf, a Marine veteran, USA Today bestselling author, and founder of two publishing companies. G. Michael shares his incredible journey from telling bedtime stories to his daughters to writing over 40 published books, including a breakout novel that led to a major publishing deal with Penguin Random House. Toget...

In this powerful episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker welcomes transformational speaker, coach, athlete, and author Robert B. Foster. Known for his high-octane resilience and mission-driven mindset, Robert shares how he went from being told he’d never run or jump again to winning 16 gold medals in track and field and rebuilding his life after personal and professional collapse.

Kimi and Robert dive deep into...

In this energizing episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker sits down with Natasha Green, CEO and founder of Hidden Gems Archery. What began as a teacher’s dream to give her Bronx students a sense of purpose has evolved into a mobile archery business transforming lives across New York City. Natasha shares her journey from writing a grant with no archery experience to running an empowering, community-focused ven...

In this insightful episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker sits down with Dr. Rasheeda Hall, a board-certified family medicine and obesity medicine physician, entrepreneur, and health coach. Together, they explore the realities of weight loss, health behavior change, and the power of building systems that support sustainable wellness.

Dr. Hall opens up about her personal 70+ pound weight loss journey and how it...

In this heartfelt episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker sits down with Sadie, founder and owner of Soul Life Travel. Sadie shares her powerful journey of resilience and purpose after facing racial discrimination in the corporate travel industry. What began as a dream job became a catalyst for something greater—an intentional, soul-centered travel business highlighting Afro-Caribbean culture and Black history...

In this inspiring episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker welcomes coach, motivational speaker, and author Mark Cosby. Mark shares his journey from a Navy combat medic to becoming a motivational speaker and coach, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts and accountability in personal and professional growth. Drawing from his experiences and his book 25 Keys to a Positive Mindset, Mark offers actionable st...

Welcome to an exciting episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, hosted by Kimi Walker. This episode marks a groundbreaking change as Kimi introduces a live panel format for the first time. Join Kimmy and Walter Jennette, Ty Cosby, and Albert Hurston as they delve into a deeply engaging discussion, venturing beyond the usual format with an extended session filled with lively conversation and expert opinions.

Three renowned exper...

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi gives an overview of the 8 domains of wellness, which she recommends you think through as you are considering your own well-being. These dimensions intertwine and come together to manifest your overall well-being, but it is helpful to go through the exercise of thinking through each one individually as well.

1. Environmental – How well your surroundings and your current sit...