All Stories Matter - Kendal Jones from Studio Caché

On this week’s All Stories Matter, we sit down with the luminous Kendal Jones, a young woman who proves that you don’t have to choose between brains, beauty, and belonging. Kendal grew up as the only child in a family that dripped with high fashion and even higher love—surrounded by gorgeous aunts who taught her that style is a language, and confidence is the accent. After high school, she packed her ambition and headed to Kalamazoo to study Computer Science. 00:00 Introduction 00:00:16 Introduction and Welcome 00:00:37 The Importance of Stories 00:01:15 Encouraging Conversations 00:02:00 Reflection on Being 00:02:52 Season Conclusion and Projects 00:03:04 Documentary on Natchez 00:03:58 The Power of Storytelling 00:07:00 Introducing Kendall Jones 00:09:53 Kendall's Background 00:11:13 Growing Up in Detroit 00:14:22 Kendall's Education Journey 00:17:21 Transition to College Life 00:21:02 Influences and Interests 00:23:00 Aunt Elaine's Influence 00:25:54 Father's Support and Career 00:29:02 Orientation Day Struggles 00:29:16 Support from Mentors 00:30:03 Navigating College Life and Support Systems 00:32:01 Midnight Golf Program Experience 00:32:38 Balancing Fun and Academics 00:33:11 Serious Academic Focus 00:34:00 Post-College Life Decision 00:34:36 Returning to Detroit and Moving Back 00:37:00 Meeting the Husband 00:39:50 Comfort and Compatibility in Marriage 00:43:00 Opening a Boutique 00:47:02 The Hosting Room Concept 00:51:03 Upcoming Events and Community Involvement 00:57:33 Final Thoughts and Inspiration 00:58:13 Rolling Out Your Plan 00:58:29 Advice to Young Women 00:59:16 Future Vision of Kendall's Life 00:59:48 Choosing a Traditional Watch 01:00:31 Reflecting on Technology and Elders 01:02:05 Gift from Studio Cache 01:03:00 The Power of Kindness