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”The Power of Advocacy & Support Cultures” - Mental Health, Social Justice, and Diverse Leadership
June 1, 2023

”The Power of Advocacy & Support Cultures” - Mental Health, Social Ju…

“I realized the crazy ridiculous impact that sharing our stories and being vulnerable could have on letting other people share their stories and be okay with getting treatment,” explains Dr. Rhonda Mattox, MD. There is incredible power in advocacy an...

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The Future of Human Resource Careers
May 29, 2023

The Future of Human Resource Careers

“If they can lead the organization from an inclusive cultural perspective, they're going to see the pendulum shift in the right direction. DEI training is great, but it only scratches the surface,” shares Sheree Knowles, CEO of HR Knowledge Source. …

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The Challenges of Growing a Small Biz in Atlanta
May 25, 2023

The Challenges of Growing a Small Biz in Atlanta

“Flexibility is probably the number one characteristic you need to have as entrepreneurs,” explains J Haleem Washinton, author and entrepreneur coach. No matter how much you plan, there will always be things that happen unexpectedly that require you ...

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Historic Black “Freedom” Towns, Settlements, and Colonies w/ Dr. Andrea Roberts
May 14, 2023

Historic Black “Freedom” Towns, Settlements, and Colonies w/ Dr. Andr…

“The big challenge is a knowledge gap, legal gap, estate planning gap. Because when you lose the land, you lose the presence, you lose the control over the place,” explains Dr. Andrea Roberts, founder of the Texas Freedom Colonies Project …

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”ADHD and Black Girls” - The Undiagnosed Neurodivergent Superwoman!
March 31, 2023

”ADHD and Black Girls” - The Undiagnosed Neurodivergent Superwoman!

“Many women don't get diagnosed until their kids get diagnosed because people miss it,” shares ADHD coach, IngerShaye Colzie, MSW, LSW. IngerShaye went 50 years wondering why certain things were so difficult while others were easy. In spite of notice...

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”Mother Wound” - Understanding Mother-Daughter Conflict & Healing
March 23, 2023

”Mother Wound” - Understanding Mother-Daughter Conflict & Healing

“How do you feel when you think about your self concept and your self reflection? How much of yourself do you see in your mother?,”asks Dr. Richarne Fuqua aka Dr. Shawn, the LPC. Today, Dr. Shawn joins host D-Rich alongside …

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The Future of The Black Church in The Black Community
March 16, 2023

The Future of The Black Church in The Black Community

“The church is not just what we do on Wednesday and Sunday, but how do we really live our faith and become the change agents in the world?”, shares LaKesha Womack, church growth consultant and founder of the Rethinking Church …

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Black Women in Construction and the Booming Texas Construction Industry
March 9, 2023

Black Women in Construction and the Booming Texas Construction Indust…

“Some clients and vendors would often ask me to consult my husband, or they would request to speak to my male counterpart,” Tracy Green said, “I would politely offer to help with their request and tell them that if I …

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”Electing Black Women” - Going from Pain to Purpose in Politics
March 2, 2023

”Electing Black Women” - Going from Pain to Purpose in Politics

“People want change. People want something different. And I think Black women bring a special narrative when it comes to addressing issues of poverty, fairness, and issues related to justice,” explains Judge Robin Kimbrough-Hayes of General Sessions...

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“Rise of the UNICORNS” - Black Cosplay & Uniqueness
Feb. 23, 2023

“Rise of the UNICORNS” - Black Cosplay & Uniqueness

“If there is a feeling, an emotion, expression that you want to get out, that's what you can do with cosplay,” shares Melony Isaac. Today she and Joy Stephens join host D-Rich to discuss Black Unicorns, uniqueness, connection, and cosplay. …

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”Because I have a Black Son” - Navigating the Joy, Excitement, Anxiety, & Fear
Feb. 16, 2023

”Because I have a Black Son” - Navigating the Joy, Excitement, Anxiet…

“Imagine being a Black boy growing up, seeing where you're targeted, but nobody's talking about it. And worse, no Black parent is talking about it,” shares Dr. Christina Christian, educator and leader in special education and student success. Today, ...

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Beyu Caffé - Building a Community Brand that Matters
Feb. 8, 2023

Beyu Caffé - Building a Community Brand that Matters

Is building a community-centric brand a marketing strategy or a business strategy? Well, as Dorian Bolden would say, “Without community, it’s just coffee.” Dorian is the founder and owner of Beyu Caffé as well as being the CEO and Chief …

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Black Women and Breast Cancer: Awareness, Genetic Testing & Counseling
Jan. 31, 2023

Black Women and Breast Cancer: Awareness, Genetic Testing & Counseling

“We certainly as Black women have to advocate for ourselves. Black women get breast cancer less, but we die more,” shares Dr. Kellie Kendred Goss, “breast cancer previvor” and advocate for genetic counseling and testing. Today, she joins host Calvin …

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Black Political Theories: Black Traditionalists, Black Reformists, Critical Race Theorist & Limited Separationists - Post–Civil Rights History of Black Political Science & Symptoms of Injustice
Jan. 21, 2023

Black Political Theories: Black Traditionalists, Black Reformists, Cr…

“We are the only group of folks who didn't ask to come here. And so the fundamental existential question of Black politics, is now that we are here, what do we do about it?”, shares Dr. Albert Samuels. Dr. Samuels …

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Funding & Launching Your Dream with Circle and Collective Giving
Jan. 13, 2023

Funding & Launching Your Dream with Circle and Collective Giving

If you can identify a problem that people in your community have and are willing to pay for, you are on trD-Richack for starting a successful business. Use money that is closer to home by investing your own funds or …

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Black Male Mental Health, Depression and Toxic Masculinity
Jan. 6, 2023

Black Male Mental Health, Depression and Toxic Masculinity

“The body needs to keep score of these traumatic events to protect itself. But unfortunately, this can cause anxiety. This can cause depression. This can cause substance abuse,” explains Dr. Jody Joshua Adewale. Dr. Jody is a clinical psychologist wi...

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BBQ, Bourbon, & Blues: Building a Growth Business - On The Side!
Jan. 2, 2023

BBQ, Bourbon, & Blues: Building a Growth Business - On The Side!

“I'm a firm believer that your network is directly tied to your net worth. And so you really have to surround yourself with the right people,” shares April Pyatt, owner and lead event coordinator at Socialite Events. Today, April joins …

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Dating in 2023 - with Dr. Kris Marsh, LaToya Franklyn, Esq., & Amesha
Dec. 26, 2022

Dating in 2023 - with Dr. Kris Marsh, LaToya Franklyn, Esq., & Amesha

“It benefits all of us if we come together and are vulnerable, express love, and support each other. We’ve got to figure this out because it's better for us to be together and to have love in our lives than …

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Black Boys in White Spaces - Helping Educators Build Awareness and Practical Solutions
Dec. 20, 2022

Black Boys in White Spaces - Helping Educators Build Awareness and Pr…

“People have tried to put critical race theory above equity. And to say any word that has any sort of association with a diversity, equity, inclusion theme, that is critical race theory. And it's a bad thing and your kids …

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Understanding and Normalizing Family Medical History & Community Health
Dec. 9, 2022

Understanding and Normalizing Family Medical History & Community Heal…

“When I talk about family history, I tell people to look at the people in their family. See what it is that bothers them. Why is that important? You contain somewhere between 40 to 70% of the genetic material of …

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Getting Started in Grant Writing & Franchising with Dr. Beverly A. Browning, The Grant Doctor and Brittany Willis, MBA
Dec. 3, 2022

Getting Started in Grant Writing & Franchising with Dr. Beverly A. Br…

“When I think about the impact that I can make in the community, there are very few things that have impacted me more than a little Black girl coming up to my counter and saying, ‘She's the owner? Mommy, Daddy, …

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The Future of Work: Navigating The New Employee Contract
Sept. 13, 2022

The Future of Work: Navigating The New Employee Contract

“There's now this notion that you, as an individual, are an independent agent, and you can determine what your career path looks like,” explains Alex Smith, HR executive for the City of Memphis. In today’s episode, host D-Rich sits down …

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What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Justice, Identity, & Reparations
Sept. 9, 2022

What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Justice, Identity, & Reparati…

“Whether you grew up in a predominately Black space, or a predominately white space, you're probably going to have a racialized moment at some point in America. And you have to figure out what you're going to do with that …

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What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Taboos, Secrecy & Silence
Sept. 2, 2022

What My Eyes Have Seen - Reflections on Taboos, Secrecy & Silence

“What was really fascinating for me in the course of writing about some of my own trauma was that my parents never really talked to me about racism,” shares Bettye Walker, Owner of B. Walker Consultants with more than three …

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