The Art of Family Podcast is a unique opportunity to inform hearts and minds about what it means to experience homelessness as a family in Detroit. Lead by Cheryl P. Johnson, the charismatic CEO of COTS, and featuring COTS families, team members, volunteers, partners, and donors, we discuss life, hope, challenges, and dreams for the future in what is sure to be an emotional journey of discovery, hope, and love.
In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of LaJoy Roy, founder of Le Jewel Hair Restoration. With over 20 years in the hair industry, LaJoy shares her unique path from a budding cosmetologist to a successful trichologist, a specialist in hair loss and scalp disorders.
LaJoy emphasizes the importance of community and support in her journey. This support system not only helped her in her career but also reinforced her belief in following her passion.
LaJoy's story is a testament to the power of resilience, community, and faith. For those looking to carve their own path, her journey serves as a reminder that every challenge can lead to a new opportunity.
20 Oct 2026
Black Her Stories x COTS Collaboration Art of Family Series Conclusion
In this reflective sit-down, COTS COO Corisa Reed and Black Her Stories host Michaela Ayers reunite one year after launching their collaboration to look back on what they've learned—and what comes next.
The conversation explores the conditions needed for people in the middle of traumatic experiences to tell their stories, including what Michaela would do differently at Peggy's Place. They discuss the narratives surrounding Black motherhood and poverty and how paternalism and fatalism keep people from rest and from making their own choices.
The episode closes with a shared vision: what would change if communities approached families with curiosity instead of judgment?
19 Oct 2026
Black Her Stories x COTS Collaboration Art of Family Act IV: Shining a Light on the Wellbeing of Professional Caregivers
In this bonus episode, Michaela turns the lens toward the people who show up every day — the social workers, coaches, and human services professionals who carry the weight of this work alongside the families they serve.
Through conversations with licensed therapist Jeffery Williams and COTS Director of Coaching and Training LaTonia Walker, we explore what vicarious and secondary trauma actually look like — and what it takes to sustain yourself when you're in close proximity to other people's pain.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in a helping profession, or anyone curious about what wellness might look like when you're a caregiver.
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