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The Grace, Grind, & Growth Podcast is the reflective and expressive guide to all women of color experiencing the transformative years and challenges of college. While college is an absolutely amazing and incomparable experience, there is a lot that goes untold and because of that, there is a lot that I feel that we are left unprepared for. Going through any journey with someone is always easier than facing challenges alone. This podcast is a platform to empower and connect young women of col ...
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Shawn's SoapBox

WKNC 88.1 | NC State Student Radio

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Join host Shawn Fredericks as he sits down to have long-form conversations with academics, entrepreneurs, activists and most interestingly his fellow peers as they share stories, information and have a good time. Brought to you by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2.
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In this episode, I sat down with Bryanna Woodfolk a lead actress in the upcoming independent film Kessler. Bryanna gave some insight into her experience on what it was like to film the movie and her personal experience as an actress. Bryanna Woodfolk made her way into the movie via an audition process that took place here in Raleigh where she lande…
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Season 2 of the Shawn Soapbox starts with a bang, as Toni Contini an entrepreneur and former chair of Union Activities Board's Speakers and Professional Development committee drops many gems as she discusses self development and mindfulness with a little astrology talk for the uniformed. Tune in to the season premier of The Shawn Soapbox.…
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WARNING: This episode contains explicit language listener discretion is advised. It is the SEASON FINALE! and Shawn could not ask for a better way to end this first season, the studio is packed with three amazing individuals Ugonna, Elikem , and Austin. Tune in as things get a little crazy and loose this episode as nothing is off the table as The S…
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Shawn sits down with the wonderful host of the Grace, Grind, and Growth Podcast, Daeja Woodard. In this episode, Shawn and Daeja discuss personal development where Daeja tells the story of why she started the Grace, Grind, and Growth Podcast and what she has learned by creating her own space in the podcast world. She also touches on being Black abr…
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About this episode's guest: Taylor Butler is a 21 year old senior at NC State University. Her major is communication. She is a freelance makeup artist who began doing makeup back in 2012. Her creative eye for art and passion for makeup gave rise to her own business, Her Majesty. Her Majesty is inspired by the diversity of skin tones and believes in…
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Shawn sits down with Jarrell Patterson president of the NAACP chapter at NC State. The NAACP mission is “The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to secure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well…
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Shawn sits down with the Impeccable student leader Gwen Hopper, Gwen serves as President of the Society of Multicultural Scientist an organization dedicated to increasing the retention and graduation rate of students of minority descent in the College of Sciences. Gwen speaks on bringing diversity within the STEM field, the importance of giving bac…
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Meet Lindsay M. She is a graduating senior (December 2018!) who has been studying Communication with a Concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Arts Entrepreneurship. Lindsay is from Charlotte, NC and has a great story to share. In this episode Lindsay shares what she was like entering college, the experiences that had huge impacts on her c…
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So, as I mentioned when I began this podcast, I started not just for myself but those that I could connect with and the family members behind me. In this episode, you get the pleasure of meeting my cousin Brea who has just started college this past summer. Brea and I touch on how her first full college semester went, how her career plans shifted, a…
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This episode is slightly different than the rest. This was recorded on Thanksgiving Day, one of my best friends was my guest and she and I had a conversation about friendships. In this episode Tia and I discuss what friendships should and should not look like and how we feel about certain topics. Hosted by Daeja Woodard IG: GraceGrindGrowthPodcast …
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Hey everyone, I will be the first to admit that this episode isn't as happy and positive as most others are. I will also admit that I was emotional in this episode but somethings never get any easier... I recorded this episode simply because I felt extremely disturbed and hurt by the events I read about in Charlotte, NC this morning. I also feel th…
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Guest: Gabrielle Dauntain Major: Political Science & Philosophy / Minor: Environmental Science Year: Junior Hometown: Fayetteville Highlights: Rejection = Redirection Connect Four____ Person who made a huge difference: Reggie Barnes (Office for Institutional Equity & Diversity Senior Director) Takeaways: What's meant to happen will happen & C's get…
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In this episode I discuss some tactics I find helpful and things to consider before the busy tone of classes and the start of the semester sets in. Before classes Begin: Write down your goals Write down the kind of person you aspire to be (qualities, habits, environments, etc) Secure a mentor/friend/ accountability partner Keep your mind Organized …
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What do you do when you’ve reached the point of being fed up? How do you move past it? What should you be focusing on when you feel fed up? I also speak briefly on the “shift” that confirms your transition out of being fed up. Hosted by Daeja Woodard IG: @GraceGrindGrowthPodcast / @HeyDaeja Email: DaejamWoodard@gmail.com Please be sure to Rate, Com…
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WARNING. This is very rant-ish. Why? I have been in my feelings about almost missing a week, yes I am hard on myself, but all the people who enjoy what they do and are great at it do too. Actions show importance. This is why I've subconsciously been so hard on myself about working on my podcast. I know one day I will miss a week, or two or three...…
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In this episode I share a little about why I think being kind to people is important. Know this, people will NOT always be kind to you. Nevertheless, that should not dictate your actions because your actions are definitely a reflection of you. In this episode I share a few points to keep in mind. What's the importance of kindness? The 2-Second Rule…
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In todays's episode I talk about how to remain positive in an environment that may not be the most helpful. It's still up to you to choose to consistently be positive, regardless of what your environment is conducive to. Decide-what matters to you? What do you value? What is important to YOU? Accept/Reject If you accept something into your space/gi…
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So, as an effort to have a summer full of work and fun, I have created the list before you. I am sharing this with you all because I need accountability partners. I need people to check on me and see this through and I hope to keep track of some of my experiences through the podcasts. Hit List Log Take myself on a date Visit a random scenic place a…
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I think that something I have always struggled with has been choosing who to surround myself with. I've learned a lot over the years and although I will be the first to admit it, I have yet to master it. I believe it's a constantly evolving process, that changes as our preferences change. So in this episode, I discuss the difference between relatio…
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In today's episode, I talk a little bit about how to speak things into existence. I believe it's a skill that allows many of us to realize the power that we have over our own lives. Your perception is your reality and yet many of us, knowing this, still struggle with feeling powerless when things get hard or when they don't work out our way. Someti…
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Extremely brief episode. Just a quick shout out to the graduate class of 2018. Remember that accomplishments should always be celebrated. Clap for yourself, especially if you are the only one clapping, and Thank who you need to! Support systems should never be taken for granted, thank God, and acknowledge everyone who helps you along the way. Compa…
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Today I talk about how to be a goal/results oriented person. Setting yourself up for success when choosing what goals to pursue. I also discuss what to do before, during, and after the goal. Making sure you have all the right things in place at the right time is important. There are also some major skills everyone needs to have in place. Before: Se…
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As it nears the end of the semester things have began to pick up for Daeja. Since she last recorded a podcast, she has had a birthday, 20th birthday to be exact. Daeja shares her Service Raleigh volunteer experience and touches just a bit on finishing the college semester strong. Hosted by Daeja Woodard IG: GraceGrindGrowthPodcast / @HeyDaeja Email…
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