Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-b8uyu-11a1816 For most of his life, D.J. Jones struggled to maintain a healthy lifestyle. After being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, nearly losing his eyesight, and suffering a stroke, D.J. knew he had a choice to make: change or die. It wasn’t until D.J. realized that most of what…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-hsp64-1197a08 “As a community, we have to be aware, we have to advocate for each other and ourselves, and we have to ask the hard questions, so we can empower ourselves,” says Dr. Gloria T. Anderson. It wasn’t until the pandemic struck that healthcare disparities became a popular topic…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-k2tuj-1187c91 Janet Stovall shares how she holds institutions accountable for fixing their race issues and why she equipped her children with an understanding of race – in kindergarten. It’s no secret that America has race issues, and that this has been the case since its inception. After the recent…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-gea45-11795f0 Being raised by immigrant parents, Aseel Mansour and Hadiza Sarr understand the importance of hard work and academic enrichment. While both Aseel and Hadiza are grateful for the opportunities in America, they are also aware of the many things that need to be done to ensure equitable education…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-95qyi-116bc20 A women’s ministry leader shares her path to becoming a marriage coach and the advice she gives women in her wives' bible study. Listen as she describes the difficulties she encountered along the way and how they have made her better at coaching others. You’ll also hear an…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ejrmi-1159e85 Black couples are increasingly looking towards the great outdoors to relax and spend time together, and so are other individuals who love nature and value privacy. With that in mind, it’s always important to consider the safety and comfort of yourself and your partner when getting ready to…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-j2kxn-1145e1e “Emotional wellness is a gift from God, but we've never been invited to take a deep look at it,” says Margaret L. Conley. Growing up in the church, Margaret couldn’t help but notice the overt gaps between faith and mental health. For the last decade, Margaret has worked…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-2bz3z-113d91c Dr. Cherlisa Jackson has served clients in psychiatric care for over 13 years and has spent the last six specializing in psychosexual therapy. Knowing that the black community is disproportionately affected by STIs and all other sexual traumas, Dr. Cherlisa became inspired to open her own practice S.h.e.e.r.…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-sqv62-1134060 Have you ever wondered about the trials and tribulations of publishing your own book? Experts Dr. Robert L. Shepard, Dr. Daryl D. Green and Kaci Diane share their background in writing, publishing, and finding their artistic voices. They provide insights on the most important lessons learned while publishing…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-jhc9j-112a693 In a predominately white industry, black wine lovers have often found it difficult to find inclusion in the business. While there are some popular black-owned wines, they only account for 1% of all existing companies. After discovering their own passions for wine, Ashley Rawlinson, Founder of HERitage Wines,…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-beiax-111d244 Otto D'Agnolo is a recording engineer who has spent over 40 years of his life in the music business. He began his career in the music industry as a performer and then went on to become a recording engineer. Otto has had the pleasure of working with singers…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ck46z-1115272 Growing up, Holly Reid Toodle learned everything from her parents except money management. After losing her first job due to the recession, Holly realized just how unprepared and uneducated she was when it came to managing her money. With no job, no savings, and a significant amount of…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-tjcxd-110e08c Growing up as a gay man in a conservative community, Vic Sorrell knew firsthand what it felt like to be ostracized for being true to himself. Early on in his career, Vic landed a job that worked closely with the HIV crisis. After realizing that HIV disproportionately impacts…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-kg6nf-1101c47 “I think you are able to connect with people better when you are maintaining your true self,” says Arva Thomas, CEO of Blue Monarch Communications LLC. As a professional corporate trainer and communication lover, Arva has never met a stage she didn't like or an audience whom she…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-usac4-10f7581 Before the COVID pandemic, remote schooling was uncharted territory. For many parents, in-person school seemed to normalize a hands-off approach to their children's learning. At the peak of the pandemic, school closures temporarily forced parents to take the lead on their children’s education. While adapting to virtual learning…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-7us3b-10f137d How can we empower our youth to follow their dreams in a safe and effective way? In a world with limitless opportunities, it is never too early to talk to your kids about their options. In today’s episode, host DJ D-Rich invites two young and ambitious business owners…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-je35t-10e9144 Mrs. Bonnie Bracey-Sutton recognized early on in her teaching career that the town she grew up in had not offered students the level of support they needed to thrive. This realization inspired her to implement change in the education system. Two decades of diverse experiences taught her how…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-wet82-10e034b Darius Quarles has been fascinated with art since he was five years old. Growing up on his grandparent’s farm, he found himself interpreting his visions of the world through sketching. Since childhood, Darius has lived all over the world, started a family, and even found himself in some…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-xfap5-10d774a In recent years, the topic of maternal mortality has been widely covered in the news. America is known for being an affluent country with some of the best medical resources and advancements, yet we are consistently ranked poorly when it comes to maternal and infant mortality. The numbers…

As the oldest of five children growing up in inner city Detroit, Attorney Kevin Jones learned early on how to defend and protect his siblings from the harsh outside world. It is this passion for defending others that sparked his interest in becoming an attorney. Throughout his legal career, Kevin…