Best Blackfamily Podcasts (2024)

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Using Wills and Trusts to Achieve Freedom, Legacy and Wealth with Attorney Terrence Franklin 1:08:40

10d ago1:08:40

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Over 170 years ago, a white slave owner's brother contested the Will that set Lucy and her descendants free from slavery. She fought him in court and won. Today, her great great great great grandson, Terrence Franklin, is an award winning Wills and Trusts litigation attorneys. While he fights for planned generational wealth and legacy by profession…

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Language and The Stories We Tell Ourselves About Ourselves - Communication Coach, Marcus Higgs 57:39

18d ago57:39

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Marcus Higgs is a communication coach for business professionals who are parenting preteens. He helps parents effectively show up and connect with their 10- to 14-years-olds during these key formative years, allowing them to secure a relationship that lasts beyond a lifetime. Our conversation covers the importance of language, communication skills …

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Increasing African-American Cancer Survival Rates - Oncologist Fitzroy Dawkins, M.D. 1:09:00

1M ago1:09:00

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Dr. Fitzroy Dawkins is a Medical Oncologist with over 30 years of experience teaching at Howard University College of Medicine. Throughout his career, he's conducted research in oncology and advocated for clinical trials as a biotech executive. His book Fighting For Survival: Conquering Cancer And The African American Patient provides a roadmap for…

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Profiles of Racial Profiling on this 4th Anniversary of George Floyd's Murder 49:47

2M ago49:47

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In the four year's since George Floyd's murder we've seen some progress in how policing is done in the United States. The issues underlying the disparate treatment of Black men by police are complex and entrenched. This episode is a newly edited reworking of prior episodes that focused on various guests responses to questions related to experiences…

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Single Father Life with Social Worker Rickard Jean-Noel 1:03:39

2M ago1:03:39

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Rickard Jean-Noel is a Fordham University trained Social Worker. He is dedicated to providing social and emotional support services to diverse communities throughout the greater New York City area. His psychotherapeutic work has been mainly with adolescents and young adults, particularly those in minority communities suffering with anxiety, depress…

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Unlocking Love with Emotional Locksmith Ashanti Branch 58:18

2M ago58:18

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Ashanti Branch is the Founder and Executive Director of the Ever Forward Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the dropout rate through youth mentorship. He has created the award-winning #MillionMaskMovement with 75,000 participants worldwide. He is a recipient of the 2023 US Surgeon General’s Medallion, 4x Tedx speaker, podcaste…

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Career Transitions In The New Economy with Career Coach Jonathan Dumas 1:01:39

2M ago1:01:39

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Career Transition Coach and Organizational Psychologist Jonathan Dumas knows that work can be fulfilling and helps others make the transition into careers that match their skills, talents and values. He's also lived the transition. His insights on the work aspirations and career context for Millenials and Generation Z. The conversation touches on t…

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Being a Self Assured Black Man is Entrepreneur Sherman Perryman's Militant Grind 1:02:39

2M ago1:02:39

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Sherman Perryman is an entrepreneur, lifestyle coach and author. His studies at Morehouse College and the USC Ross program in real estate laid the foundation for his ambitions, blending real world savvy with scholarly insight. He was among the entrepreneurs featured in the docuseries Black Business Los Angeles. Raised in Carson and Los Angeles and …

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Serving after 9-11 And Our Never Ending Dissatisfaction with Presidents - Sports Agent and Veteran, Adam Spencer 1:08:32

3M ago1:08:32

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Mr. Adam Lee Spencer is a sports agent and sports business consultant. He provides his expertise on topics concerning the player, venue, arena, rights holders, marketing, and sponsorship to major sporting organizations, both domestic and international. His insights on how war has changed our international relationships and on domestic politics are …

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Eugene Williams on Black Heroes - The Ones We Love And Those Some Would Disown 1:13:45

3M ago1:13:45

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This thought-provoking conversation with Eugene Williams is a deep dive into the events that lift us up and those that break our hearts. Our heroes come in many varieties and we touch on many--from Martin Luther King Jr. to Bill Cosby, Malcolm X to Cornell West. In Eugene's case, his parents were also heroes. His late father an activist that influe…

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The Legacy Lives On 15:30

7M ago15:30

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When we are young, we do not realize our parents are actually people with their own lives and their own feelings. As we complete this series of The Legacy of Dee Dee, it was an honor to hear stories from my mother, aunts and uncles about Queen Mother Dee Dee. Join us as we discuss: Diaspora Our Ancestors Manners Matter Gratitude Faith Listening Fam…

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Voices of The Legacy 13:29

7M ago13:29

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In this episode, we introduce you to seven of Queen Mother's eight children. They each share a perspective on what it was like to be raised by Queen Mother or perhaps their favorite character trait that they inhabited from her. Through it all, you hear the love and respect they have for our beloved Queen Mother Dee Dee. Join us as we discuss: Famil…

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The Great Depression, Christmas, and Tornadoes 20:14

7M ago20:14

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Ms. Cordelia Hill, also known as Queen Mother and whom I affectionately call Dee Dee has lived a LIFE! In this episode, we dive into Queen Mother's experience as a child living through The Great Depression, the simpler times of Christmas and her experiencing one of the most disastrous tornadoes in Ohio history. Join me and Dee Dee as we discuss: Ch…

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The Lineage of Cordelia Hill 13:42

7M ago13:42

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Have you ever sat down with an adored member of your family and just start asking them about stories from throughout their life? That is the foundation of this podcast. In this episode, I introduce my grandmother, Cordelia Hill also known as Queen Mother and whom I affectionately call Dee Dee. In this episode, Queen Mother Dee Dee will share her di…

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The Legacy of Dee Dee Trailer 3:40

8M ago3:40

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Every Black family knows there is that one matriarch that holds it all down. To most, her name is Cordelia Hill, but to our family, she is known as Queen Mother and more affectionately to her granddaughter, Mimi Jacks, as Dee Dee. Queen Mother is 92 years old and has had eight children, lived through one of the most devastating tornadoes in U.S. hi…

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Rosewood, Dr. King and President Kennedy - Historian Dr. Marvin Dunn Is A Witness to U.S. History 44:58

10M ago44:58

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A former naval officer, Marvin Dunn is a Professor Emeritus, Department of Psychology at Florida International University, retiring as chairperson of the department in 2006. He has published numerous articles in leading newspapers on race and ethnic relations including the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Orlando Sentinel and the Miami He…

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Climate, Sustainability and the Wealth Gap with Climate Risk Consultant, Kevin Howard 1:05:07

11M ago1:05:07

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After working twenty-five years as a successful business banker, Kevin Howard wanted to make a greater impact. In his 50’s, he turned what was a longstanding interest in climate and sustainability into his new career. He earned the highly regarded Sustainability and Climate Risk Certificate from the Global Association of Risk Professionals. Adding …

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DBM Ep 57: Meditations By Mamas: Rising Meditation - You Are Enough w/ Jamarah Amani 5:14

11M ago5:14

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Dear Mama You are worthy to rise each day and dance in your dreams with your children by your side. You are worthy of serenity in birth. You are worthy of joy while holding your children. Join Midwife Jamarah Amani of Southern Birth Justice in partnership with the WNBA for a meditation experience to remind you: You are complete. You are not alone. …

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Connecting Thoughts, Values and Habits to Good Health with Dr. Asare Christian, M.D. 1:04:12

12M ago1:04:12

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Dr. Asare Christian is the founder of Aether Medicine, a medical practice focused on delivering comprehensive and patient-centered care that addresses the underlying causes of pain and disease. With a strong dedication to enhancing the health and well-being of his patients, Dr. Christian brings extensive expertise in musculoskeletal medicine, pain …

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Sports Commentator Karl Darden Recounts The Key Role Black Athletes Play in Social Justice 1:04:59

1y ago1:04:59

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Karl Darden is a walking encyclopedia of sports knowledge. While his big boast is hosting Navy Sports Central, his sports acumen is wide and deep. We cover Roberto Clemente, Arthur Ashe, the great NCAA championship match featured in the movie Road to Glory among other influential people in sports history. This conversation is a reminder of the sign…

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DBM Ep 56: Menopause, Black Women & Spiritual Ritual with Omisade Burney-Scott 1:27:13

1y ago1:27:13

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Dear Mama, What if I told you understanding menopause was a matter of life and death? In her 2022 book You Got Anything Stronger, Gabrielle Union went into deep detail about how in her words, “the surge and retreat of hormones” during perimenopause and menopause caused her to have passive suicidal ideations and pointed out that science has focused …

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DBM Ep 55: Mother's Day Special: Celebrating Black Mamas, Dreaming of Liberation & Creating Your Own Reality 27:07

1y ago27:07

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Dear Mama, Our hope for you today is: ✨ For you to honor the truth of your motherhood journey ✨ Space to heal from harm, disappointment & trauma ✨ Rest in your being to release yourself from attaching your worthiness to doing In this special mother’s day episode we celebrate Black Motherhood through poetry, imagination and meditation with a poem by…

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Emerging Technologies Has a Fresh New Face in Dr. Paul McNeil, Computer Systems Engineer and Business Growth Developer 1:04:55

1y ago1:04:55

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Dr. McNeil was named a 2021 Project Voice Voice/AI Pioneer of the Year Finalist for his work creating multicultural voice experiences. His flagship project is called Other America: Your Choice. A first-person interactive audio drama for marginalized communities by marginalized creators on Alexa. The Other America was voted a 2021 Digital Book World…

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Dr. James Smith Made His Second Chance Happen After Practicing Law was Interrupted by Breaking the Law 53:25

1y ago53:25

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Dr. James W. Smith was a practicing attorney for approximately ten years in Louisburg, NC and Henderson NC. In a momentary lapse in judgement, he committed a crime that changed the direction of his life. Second chances are real. He served his time and went on to re-establish himself as a pillar of his community. His story provides clues into what’s…

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Super Bowl Episode: Lincoln and Derrick Pt 3 51:05

1y ago51:05

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🏈🎙️ Welcome to Another Pod Opinion (#APO), hosted by Lincoln Bradshaw! In this special Part 3 of 3-part Super Bowl edition podcast series, we're exploring the world of football and its impact on society and culture. We'll be discussing everything from the NFL's handling of social justice issues to the experiences of Black fathers and their sons in …

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Call Me Mister's Mark Joseph is Passionate about Purpose 1:03:13

1y ago1:03:13

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He is passionate about encouraging others to find their purpose and live their passion. Mark Joseph is both an alumni of and current Program Coordinator for the Call Me MiSTER Program of Clemson University which recruits and trains young Black men to become educators in our nation’s schools. His own teaching career began at Westcliffe Elementary in…

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DBM Ep 54: Birth Justice, Liberation & the Power of Black Midwives w/ Jamarah Amani & K.Sanderson 1:35:15

1y ago1:35:15

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Dear Mama, Dream with me. Can you imagine a world with a Black midwife in every family, in every community, easily accessible, at our fingertips, a world in which birth choices aren’t controlled by capitalism, a world in which the birth practices that Black women used to literally birth this country are honored, a world in which they are revered, a…

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Super Bowl Episode: Lincoln and Derrick 2 29:42

1+ y ago29:42

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🏈🎙️ Welcome to Another Pod Opinion (#APO), hosted by Lincoln Bradshaw! In this special Part 3 of 3-part Super Bowl edition podcast series, we're exploring the world of football and its impact on society and culture. We'll be discussing everything from the NFL's handling of social justice issues to the experiences of Black fathers and their sons in …

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Super Bowl Episode: Lincoln and Derrick 29:35

1+ y ago29:35

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🏈🎙️ Welcome to Another Pod Opinion (#APO), hosted by Lincoln Bradshaw! In this special Part 3 of 3-part Super Bowl edition podcast series, we're exploring the world of football and its impact on society and culture. We'll be discussing everything from the NFL's handling of social justice issues to the experiences of Black fathers and their sons in …

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Kamal Johnson Celebrates The Humor Found in The News and Epitomizes Commitment 58:33

1+ y ago58:33

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Kamal Johnson was in a rollover car accident months before he started college. Since the moment he and his friends walked away from an accident that left police officers remarking about Angel intervention, he’s lived his life from his commitments. Kamal is owner, producer and host of multiple shows on Kamal Johnson ENT. He finds and shares the humo…

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Illustrator, Educator and Break Dancer Batlina Boulandi's is Colored By Synchronicity andBlessings 59:38

1+ y ago59:38

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Batlina Boulandi's tailor knew of his artistic talent. Next thing he knows another tailor is introducing him to an author. Just like that, Bat becomes a published illustrator of The Spider Weaver: A Legend of Kente Cloth by Margaret Musgrove. Then there's the time he got to hang out with folks behind his favorite movie while in Brazil. His life flo…

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DBM Episode 53: Black Grief, Ritual & Wakanda Forever 1:24:56

1+ y ago1:24:56

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Dear Mama, There are two things that happen to everyone in this life that we don’t talk about - birth and death - both can challenge and transform everything we believe in. They can be messy and uncomfortable roads to travel and sometimes art can help us through. In Black Panther Ryan Coogler proved he is a master at guiding us through uncomfortabl…

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Marc Paisant, Certified Personal Trainer, Shares His Mental and Physical Health Journey To A Life He Loves 1:02:40

1+ y ago1:02:40

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Forging our own path takes courage. All the more when transitioning from one of “the twins” to an independent, introspective, live life fully Black man. Marc Paisant not only lives this courage, he inspires others to do the same. Both as a Certified Personal Trainer and as the creator/host of the Relatively Normal podcast, Marc encourages his clien…

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Real Estate Investor Brian Grimes Traded Hoop Dreams For Finance on the NYMEX Floor 52:07

1+ y ago52:07

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A conversation on the floor of the New York Mercantile Exchange while he was an undergraduate student at Columbia University changed Brian Grimes' life. After graduating from Columbia in 2011, he embarked on a career in Financial Planning at AXA Advisors before transitioning to high net worth asset management at Bridgewater Advisors. In 2015, he la…

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Andrei Hall, President of Hall Wealth Management, Talks About Building Generational Wealth 56:34

1+ y ago56:34

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Andrei was the VP of marketing at Xerox for over 25 years. He's currently a member of Ed Slott’s (MSNBC, PBS) Master Elite Advisors, a group dedicated to solving the most complex retirement issues. As President of Hall Wealth Management Group, Andrei brings 18 years of wealth management expertise to serve a variety of clients--retirees, high level …

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Audio Engineer Darrell Barnes Mixes Truth and Wisdom On Black Male Influence 56:55

1+ y ago56:55

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Darrell Barnes is a graduate of Minneapolis Media Institute in Edina Minnesota and has worked as an audio engineer for over eleven years. He studied under Tom Tucker Sr, Prince's audio engineer for 15 years and worked with icons of the industry. In addition to hosting and producing All Things Black, Darrell has lent his engineering talents to recor…

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Why Might Tyre Nichols Have Run? Too Many Brothers Know Why 20:30

1+ y ago20:30

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Every 365 Brothers interview includes stories of the variety of experiences Black men have with police. While there are definitely tales of the full range of experiences with law enforcement--positive, negative, funny and otherwise--the pervasiveness of the harms that come with structural bias, racial profiling and excessive force prevail. Perhaps …

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DBM Episode 52: Black Women Organizing, Hoes That Ain't Loyal, & Spiritual Political Cycles 1:20:53

1+ y ago1:20:53

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Dear Mama, Hey Mamas! The election dust has settled, MLK’s birthday is in our rearview mirror & February is on the horizon which means we are rested and hopeful so now is the perfect time to look at the political landscape for Black folx with clear eyes. Yup! It’s the Black Mama Magic Election Update. Our first episode was in response to the 2016 e…

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Studio Manager and Senior Creative Producer Owen Modeste On Becoming The Man His Father Raised 58:43

1+ y ago58:43

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While completing his undergraduate studies at California State University at San Francisco, Owen Modeste began working in television and film. He’s worked on movie sets with HBO; pilots for the Food Network; and as the weekend Sports Producer for CBS affiliate, KPIX. He currently produces educational programming at Stanford University’s School of E…

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From HBCU to Medical School, Joseph Smittick Writes His Own Future 52:01

1+ y ago52:01

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Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!! This podcast celebrates the everyday heroes walking amongst us. This episode features a former “ Mr. Oakwood,”of Oakwood University and current medical student, Joseph Smittick. He’s traveled to 15 countries on five continents since graduating from Oakwood University, an HBCU in Alabama. And any doubts about this…

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Thanksgiving - About That Dish She Made 1:37:41

1+ y ago1:37:41

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Two favorite excerpts perfect for Thanksgiving. Plus, an update on our full episodes. Happy Thanksgiving! Instagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us! 365 Brothers on Patreon. Sequence Vitamins formulformulated by Dr. Greg Hall specifically for the supplement needs of African Americans. Take advantage of the 20% discount…

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DBM Episode 51: When It All Falls Down, Finding Freedom & Transitioning to Conscious Parenting w/ Domari Dickinson 1:32:58

1+ y ago1:32:58

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Dear Mama, What if I told you conscious parenting wasn’t about your children, it was about your journey to freedom, about you creating the life and relationship you desire about leaving behind a system that you and your children may be highly functioning in but it’s in fact causing harm and it just don’t feel good. These are the beautiful revelatio…

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DBM Episode 50: Our Golden Episode, Fans Only, Honk for Jesus & Looking Back 1:31:39

1+ y ago1:31:39

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Dear Mama, Stop waiting for the big moment. Celebrate now. Celebrate the big things, the small things, the major milestones and the minor ones even if they’re only meaningful to you, even if they come much later than you expected. Instead of judging the journey, rest in gratitude. Our celebration is a thank you to God, Spirit, the universe, the anc…

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Lighting Designer and Entrepreneur Reggie Owens Epitomizes An Uplifting Brother 55:34

1+ y ago55:34

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Reggie Owens is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, professional lighting designer, and the current business partner of the emerging fashion brand, StormyWeather Designs. He’s a 30-year veteran of the entertainment industry, having provided his expertise and extensive knowledge of lighting design on a number of worldwide concert tours, entertainment i…

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DBM Episode 49 Leaning Into Love, Reclaiming Yourself & Staying Present 27:23

2y ago27:23

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In this episode, we share some behind-the-scenes moments/audio of the grounding that helps us connect before we begin and focus on and be fully present before we begin each episode. Church Announcements: Responsive Reading: Black Mama Magic Card 28: I Am Supported At All Times Black Mama Magic Card 36: What About the Rest Black Mama Magic Card 41: …

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DBM Episode 48 Black Moms, Breastfeeding & Informal Milk Sharing with Rita Little. 1:28:36

2y ago1:28:36

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Church Announcements: Responsive Reading Black Mama Magic Card 33: I Trust All Of Me Dem Black Mamas The intention of this box is for Black Mamas to honor the light within themselves. The items inside the Magic Evermore box will prepare Black mamas to soak up all the energy of the sun all summer and remind them of the importance of documenting them…

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Lincoln and George 46:01

2y ago46:01

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We sent out the message and The Whomst Podcast host an creator, George Collings answered. Approximately a month ago we tweeted out looking for guest for upcoming season 2. Within in a few I got my first hit. Welcome George Collins, stand-up comedian who decided that Texas was going to be the landing spot after deciding , Vegas ✌🏾. We catch up with …

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Why We Create? 32:20

2y ago32:20

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The last couple of years, there's been a very large number of people take interest in podcasting for many different reasons. As with any endeavor in which the barrier to entry opens up and attracts lots of new talent, there's a bell curve of peak interest. The majority find themselves unable to keep up, asking, "Why am I doing this?" Well today's c…

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Retired Police Officer Still Serves His Community as Entrepreneur and Parenting Advocate 59:00

2y ago59:00

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Anthony McNeil is a huge NASCAR fan. He thinks we should all give it a new look. He served 20 years with the Southfield Police Department (Michigan) before retiring. He shares some poignant and funny tales from the other side of the badge. During his time on the job, Anthony was awarded numerous departmental citations and merits... Including being …

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Creating Your Ideal Job, Ideal Business, Ideal Community with J. Cottle 1:04:00

2y ago1:04:00

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J. Cottle is a 2019 National Arts Strategies Creative Community Fellow, a member of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice Advisory Board, and the Tisch College Community Partnerships Committee. He holds a B.A, M.Ed and is an educator, arts administrator, musician and writer. He's Founder/Executive Director of Dunamis. He has worked as an …

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