E.G.O. Entertainment Network Launches “The Ugly Side of Purpose” Virtual Media Tour
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- Feb 13
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"The stories we didn't want to live----but were called to tell"
E.G.O. Entertainment Network has officially launched its powerful new virtual media tour, The Ugly Side of Purpose—a bold, transparent, and transformational series of interviews featuring authors whose books were born from real-life survival, not surface-level success.
This national tour brings together voices who have endured cancer, wrongful incarceration, domestic violence, grief, mental health battles, and personal loss—yet chose to turn pain into purpose.
This tour features raw, transparent conversations across television, podcasts, and digital media platforms—giving audiences a front-row seat to the real stories behind the pages.
Meet the Authors Behind the Movement
Tammy D. Taylor
Book: Crowned in Confidence: A Journey of Faith, Healing and Freedom
Award-winning actress, model, author, and entrepreneur Tammy D. Taylor is a bold voice for women reclaiming identity after betrayal, domestic abuse, and years of suppressed self-worth. In Crowned in Confidence, she guides women through a transformational journey of healing and divine alignment, reminding readers their crown was never lost—only waiting to be reclaimed. Through media, fashion, and her nonprofit The Weight We Carry Women’s Initiative Inc., Tammy empowers women to rise from trauma into unapologetic confidence.
Michelle P. Jones
Books:
• The Women’s 31-Day Healing to Wholeness Journey Devotional
• God’s Design for Forgiveness: His Way to Wholeness
International bestselling and multi-award-winning author Michelle P. Jones is a global voice for emotional and spiritual restoration. A survivor of wrongful incarceration, domestic violence, and deep trauma, Michelle transforms lived experience into faith-centered tools for wholeness. Her devotional ministers holistically to women navigating life after cancer diagnosis, while her forgiveness guide reframes release as freedom—not weakness. Known as “The Writer’s Coach,” she helps others turn their stories into legacy through Bledsoe Publishing and RestoHER Ministries.
Ron Godfrey
Book Series: Crying Out In The Dark
Multi-award-winning actor, author, and advocate Ron Godfrey turned unimaginable loss into purpose after losing his six-year-old son to brain cancer. Battling grief, depression, and suicidal ideation, Ron chose faith and healing. His powerful Crying Out In The Dark series offers readers permission to grieve honestly while finding hope in spiritual endurance. Founder of the Jeremiah L. Godfrey Brain Cancer Research Foundation and a rising presence on major networks, Ron’s message is clear: even in darkness, healing is possible.
Shuntell Alston
Books:
• You’re Worth Fighting 4: Cancer, War & Marriage
• You’re Worth Fighting 4: Blood, Sweat & Tears
• Contributing Author – I Survived Suicide
Four-time cancer survivor Shuntell Alston has endured breast and ovarian cancer, military family strain, depression, and suicidal ideation—and lived to tell the story with power and transparency. Her You’re Worth Fighting 4 series chronicles her battle through illness, marriage challenges, and mental health struggles with unfiltered faith and resilience. Founder of You’re Worth Fighting 4 Inc., Shuntell provides emotional and financial support to cancer patients nationwide. Her life’s message: your life is worth fighting for.
Calandra Gantt
Book: The Inspirational Stories
Multi-award-winning recording artist and CEO Calandra Gantt transformed profound grief into purpose after losing both parents and navigating depression. With more than 30 years in entertainment, she channels healing through music, faith, and mentorship. The Inspirational Stories is a devotional-style collection offering encouragement and spiritual insight for those facing life’s hardest transitions. As CEO of BlueMile Music Consultants and a voting member of major award organizations, Calandra empowers creatives to heal and lead authentically.
Amy Leigh McCorkle
Book & Film: Letters to Daniel
International Indie Filmmakers Hall of Fame inductee Amy Leigh McCorkle is an Amazon bestselling author, award-winning filmmaker, and fearless mental health advocate living with bipolar disorder. Her groundbreaking project Letters to Daniel began as a book confronting stigma and evolved into an internationally awarded feature film. With 36 published works and more than 40 films produced, Amy proves diagnosis does not cancel destiny—it can ignite it.
Celisha J
Book: I Survived
Actress, author, and survivor Celisha J endured domestic violence, depression, abuse, and homelessness before building a pathway to restoration for others. Her memoir I Survived is a raw account of trauma and breakthrough, offering hope to women navigating emotional pain and identity loss. Founder of Highway 2 Healing, Celisha creates safe spaces and structured programs for women rebuilding their lives after abuse. Her message: survival is only the beginning—healing is the destination.
Official Media Stops Along the Tour
The following platforms are serving as official media stops for the tour:
The Kim Jacobs Show▶ https://www.youtube.com/@KimJacobsShow
Life's Deceit Podcast▶ https://open.spotify.com/show/2LcuUiYb0Qq2SF9wjfz5N0
Unleashing Your Potentials Podcast▶ https://open.spotify.com/show/48loenXialxsqNrE8xCtoR
52 Authors 52 Weeks Podcast▶ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vNCa7iDfOk&list=PL-x_HiL9nn5sMc8bjw8sr-QgZJR3PqOQV
Each platform will feature in-depth interviews with participating authors, giving audiences behind-the-scenes insight into the cost of purpose and the courage required to pursue it.
A Movement—Not Just a Tour
The Ugly Side of Purpose is more than a media run—it is the official kickoff to a major virtual event happening this spring (Date TBA). The upcoming event will allow attendees to:
Meet the authors live
Ask questions in real time
Experience transparent, unscripted conversations
Learn more about the books and missions
Participate in special giveaways
The spring virtual experience is designed to create connection, healing, and honest dialogue around topics that are often silenced.
Stay Connected
To stay up to date on interview releases, tour schedules, and announcements:
Follow E.G.O. Entertainment Network on social media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/egoentnet
Audiences are encouraged to follow each featured author and official media platform for exclusive content and updates.
To learn more about the creator and host of the tour and the upcoming spring event, visit:www.egoentertainmentnet.com
Become an Official Tour Stop
Podcasts, TV shows, radio platforms, blogs, and digital media outlets interested in joining the tour as an official media stop are invited to inquire.
To request participation or book interviews with the authors:
Lady J
Publicist & Tour Coordinator
E.G.O. Entertainment Network
The Ugly Side of Purpose proves one powerful truth:Purpose is not always polished—but it is always powerful.
Written by EGO Staff
