Mark My Words is where real conversations meet real conviction. Hosted by Markcus Cooper, this podcast cuts through surface-level talk and says what everyone else is too careful to say. From conversations about personal growth to relationships, nothing is off limits. Expect bold honesty, sharp takes, and moments that hit. New episodes drop every Wednesday. This will be the highlight of your week. Mark my words.
A Closet Full of Risks
Everyone wants the life… but nobody wants the risk that comes with it.
This week, I’m joined by Liv Mayer—Auburn grad, interior designer, and founder of e-closet—to talk about what it actually looks like to bet on yourself. From leaving stability to building something of her own, Liv shares the real story behind taking chances, trusting your vision, and not waiting until it all makes sense.
We get into risk vs. opportunity, building on the side, knowing when to go all in, and the confidence it takes to stop caring what people think.
Because at some point, you have to decide—
are you building a life that feels good… or one that just looks safe?
15 Apr 2026
Balancing it all..(or trying to)
This week on Mark My Words, we’re getting honest about what it really looks like to juggle everything in your 20s—and why “having it all together” is mostly a myth.
I’m joined by Reanna, one of the many minda behind Studio 207 Designs, who is building a business, navigating a relationship, finishing her degree, and somehow still showing up for it all. We talk about the pressure to always be “on,” the blurred line between networking and never resting, and what balance actually looks like when your life is moving fast in every direction.
This episode isn’t about perfect routines or productivity hacks—it’s about priorities, boundaries, and learning when to push and when to pause. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing the absolute most and still questioning if it’s enough… this one’s for you.
8 Apr 2026
The Psychology of Dressing for Success
What you wear isn’t just about style—it’s strategy.
In this episode of Mark My Words, we sit down with Judson Edwards—but not in the way you’d expect. Beyond the title, he’s someone who understands how presence, confidence, and personal style can shape the way you move through the world.
We’re getting into the psychology behind first impressions, why what you wear impacts how you feel, and how intentional style can shift the way others perceive you—before you even say a word. From dressing for the role you want to claiming your space in any room, this conversation breaks down how fashion becomes a form of communication, confidence, and control.
Because success isn’t just about what you know… it’s about how you show up.
1 Apr 2026
The Baddie Relationship Rulebook!
What does it actually look like to be that girl in a relationship… and not lose yourself in the process?
This week on Mark My Words, I’m joined by my girl Anna Sanders as we break down the real rules behind maintaining your confidence, independence, and identity while being in a relationship. Because let’s be clear—a relationship should add to your life, not shrink it.
We’re getting into:
How to keep your individuality while loving someone else
The balance between freedom and commitment
Why clear communication is the real “baddie” move
The difference between healthy compromise and self-abandonment
And how to protect your energy without dimming your presence
If you’ve ever felt like relationships make people lose their spark… this episode is your reminder that the right one won’t take it—they’ll elevate it.
Stay confident. Stay grounded. And most importantly… stay a baddie. 💋
25 Mar 2026
Soft Life... but Make it CEO
What if the “soft life” isn’t about doing less—but about doing what actually aligns?
This week on Mark My Words, we’re redefining what it means to live softly and lead boldly. Joined by 22-year-old business owner and fashion icon Trinity, we get into the real balance of building a brand, protecting your peace, and still showing up as the CEO of your life.
From opening her storefront to navigating relationships, Trinity shares what it looks like to romanticize your life without losing your drive—and how discipline, boundaries, and confidence all play a role in creating a life that feels as good as it looks.
This episode is your reminder that you don’t have to choose between ambition and ease. You can be soft, and still be powerful.
18 Mar 2026
The Difference Between Boundaries and Walls
This week, we’re getting real about something a lot of us confuse: boundaries vs. walls.
With Grace, we break down what it actually means to protect your peace—without shutting people out in the process. Because there’s a difference between communicating your needs and completely closing yourself off… and if you don’t know it, you might be pushing away the very relationships you care about.
We talk friendships, growth, emotional maturity, and what it looks like to stay open while still standing your ground.
If you’ve ever said “I’m done with people,” this one’s for you.
Say it with your chest.
11 Mar 2026
Friendship in your 20's is... WEIRD
Episode 3: Friendship in Your 20’s Is… Weird
Friendship in your 20’s doesn’t look like it used to. One friend is getting married, another is building their career, someone else is moving away, and suddenly everyone’s life is moving at a different pace.
In this episode of Mark My Words, Markcus sits down with Emily and Olivia to talk about what friendship actually looks like in your twenties. From navigating different life stages to learning how to show up for people in new ways, they unpack the awkward, beautiful, and sometimes confusing reality of growing up while trying to hold onto the friendships that matter most.
Because the truth is — friendship in your 20’s is a little weird… but it might also be where the real ones show up.
4 Mar 2026
The Stress of Having it ALL Figured Out
Episode 2: The Stress of Having It All Figured Out
This week on Mark My Words, we’re talking about the pressure to have it all together — and what happens when you realize you don’t.
I’m joined by recent Auburn University graduate, interior designer, and content creator Anna Marie Hall for a conversation that feels like a deep breath in the middle of your 20s. We unpack the silent expectations we put on ourselves, the fear of falling behind, and the myth that everyone else somehow “figured it out” before you did.
Together, we uncover the truth: no one actually has it all figured out. We talk about what it really takes to step into your next season — adjusting your posture, redefining success, releasing control, and choosing growth even when it’s uncomfortable.
If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or quietly panicked that you’re missing the blueprint — this one’s for you.
Because maybe the goal was never to have it all figured out… maybe it’s to keep becoming.
25 Feb 2026
Before You Ask Me Anything
Before I interview anyone else, SJ and Abby interview me.
In this first episode of Mark My Words, we unpack what this show is really about — and why it’s starting with me in the hot seat. We talk about struggling with confidence while trying to be perceived a certain way, the pressure to always look “put together,” and how much of our twenties are spent building while quietly guessing.
We get into boundaries — not as walls, but as clarity. Expressing expectations. Protecting energy. Understanding how one weak boundary can spill into every area of your life. We also explore how interconnected everything feels in your twenties: friendships, ambition, identity, relationships — none of it exists in isolation.
We reflect on how different we are within the same friendship, and why having someone with a strong Type A personality in your circle can actually create balance, not tension.
This episode sets the tone for the podcast’s vision: real conversations for people actively navigating this stage of life — not speaking from hindsight, but from inside it. While this show serves all ages, its heartbeat is the twenty-something figuring it out in real time.
No PR answers. No highlight reel.
Just clarity.
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