Welcome to Purpose Over Popularity — the faith-based podcast that gets real about adulthood. Hosted by Tonesa (attorney by profession, millennial in the trenches), each episode dives into the unfiltered tensions between culture and Christianity. Expect biblically sound conversations, comical takes on real life, and practical truth for your spiritual, emotional, social, and financial life. This isn’t your typical preachy podcast — it’s raw, relatable, and rooted in Christ.
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Tonesa Monae
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education · religion & spirituality · society & culture
Wood Hay Stubble (Bible Study Episode) - Season 2 | Episode 8
Send us Fan Mail Episode 8: Wood, Hay, Stubble (Bible Study) Are you living a life worth Christ dying for? In this thought-provoking Bible study, we take a deep dive into Romans 12:1–2 and 1 Corinthians 3:12–15 to explore what it truly means to present our bodies as living sacrifices and build lives that will withstand the test of eternity. Too often, we view salvation as the finish line, when in reality, it is only the beginning. As followers of Christ, we have been entrusted with Kingdom wo...
29 Jun 2026
The Millennial Entrepreneur with Enrico Bain - Season 2 | Episode 7
Send us Fan Mail From navigating college and changing majors, to taking the leap into entrepreneurship, redefining success, and reflecting on what it really means to build a life you're proud of—we covered a little bit of everything. This episode features one of my closest friends of over a decade, Enrico Bain. We've had countless conversations like this over the years, and I'm so glad we finally invited you all into one. If you're a millennial trying to figure it out, build something meaning...
15 Jun 2026
What You Magnify Matters | S2. E6
Send us Fan Mail What are you magnifying? In a world filled with social media, comparison, news cycles, and endless distractions, it's easy to focus on the wrong things. But what if what you're constantly looking at is shaping how you think, what you believe, and ultimately how you live? In this episode, we explore the story of the Twelve Spies and uncover a powerful truth: What you magnify matters. Join me as we discuss perspective, faith, the mind, the Reticular Activating System (RAS), soc...
12 May 2026
The Women Have Spoken - Red Flag or Green Flag - S2|E5 [POP Live]
Send us Fan Mail During our beginning segment of POP Live, the girls and I played an interactive game of red flag or green flag, and let's just say things got real. From relationships to friendships, we shared our opinions. Tune in and share your thoughts. https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
27 Apr 2026
Part 1 | POP Live - Woman to Woman: A Real Conversation about Womanhood, Faith, & Growth
Send us Fan Mail Imagine a room full of women… laughing, sharing, being honest, dropping gems, and saying the things we usually only say in the group chat 💜 That’s exactly what POP Live: Woman to Woman felt like. It was giving Girlfriends. It was giving Living Single. It was giving real conversations with your girls, no filters, no pretending. We talked, we laughed, we got real… and somehow left lighter, seen, and encouraged. Join in on the conversation! https://www.in...
27 Apr 2026
Part 2 | POP Live - Woman to Woman: A Real Conversation about Womanhood, Faith, & Growth
Send us Fan Mail Imagine a room full of women… laughing, sharing, being honest, dropping gems, and saying the things we usually only say in the group chat 💜 That’s exactly what POP Live: Woman to Woman felt like. It was giving Girlfriends. It was giving Living Single. It was giving real conversations with your girls, no filters, no pretending. We talked, we laughed, we got real… and somehow left lighter, seen, and encouraged. Join in on the conversation! https://www.instagra...
6 Apr 2026
Called, but still becoming. - a conversation with Dr. Lashante Stubbs | S2. E3
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you know God has called you, but you don't feel ready? In this episode of Purpose Over Popularity, I am joined by my good friend/sis Dr. Lashante Stubbs as we have an honest conversation about the tension of calling, self-doubt, fear, imposter syndrome, and the pressure that come with knowing there's a call on your life. If you've ever felt stucj between knowing and moving, this conversation is for you. https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopula...
23 Mar 2026
Are you Qualified? | S2. E2
Send us Fan Mail We’re moving from vision to becoming. You’ve written the vision, but are you becoming the person who can carry it? In this episode, we explore the gap between vision and execution through faith, self-evaluation, and a powerful “Vision Co.” analogy. The question is simple: Are you qualified? https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
9 Mar 2026
S2.Epi 1 - What is my life's vision statement?
Send a text For years, many of us have written goals, created vision boards, and mapped out plans for the year ahead. But what if the deeper question isn’t just what do I want this year, but what is the vision for my life? In this episode, we explore what a vision statement is, why clarity about your future matters, and how vision becomes the foundation for the choices we make every day. We also reflect on the importance of seeking God for direction and understanding the connection between pu...
9 Mar 2026
S2. Epi. 1 BONUS - Something for the Group Chat! ;)
Send a text Consider this the voice note I would send to the group chat. In this surprise bonus episode, I’m answering six questions about the season of life I’m currently in—what I’m learning, what I’m unlearning, how my thoughts on singleness and marriage have evolved since turning 30, and how we navigate friendships as we grow and change. We’re also touching on how to think about the tensions and conflicts happening around the world right now. https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularit...
2 Sept 2024
Episode 4 - Steward Well
Hey Yall, Top Shottas are back! Nah, It's just me :) On this week's episode we catch up on some recent life updates and then dive into the meat of the pod, Stewarding Well. Have we been good stewards of what God has entrusted to us? Let's talk about it. Reminder to Subscribe to the Pod, and share it with a friend! https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
1 Jul 2024
Episode 003: The Selfie
What is your perspective of you? Who are you aimining to become? Are you a reflection of Christ? On this episode, we take a deep into evaluating ourselves. https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
27 May 2024
Episode 002: What is my purpose?
In this episode, Tonesa Monae discusses the difficulty we face with discovering our life's purpose. She looks to scripture for answers and direction with this on going quest of what we're called to do and who we're called to be here on Earth - What is my life purpose? https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
29 Apr 2024
Episode 001: Get To Know Tonesa Monae
"So, tell me about yourself" does anyone else hate having to answer this question? Well, on the very first episode of POP, I answer this question, and many more. Tune in as I introduce myself to some, and go deeper with others. https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
19 Apr 2024
Purpose Over Popularity is the podcast you've been waiting on!
Just POPing in to share our 2024 Trailer with you! https://www.instagram.com/purposeoverpopularitypodcast/ www.youtube.com/@PurposeOverPopularity
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