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In the game of chess, white pieces always move first, which is an advantage. And the black pieces move second, which is a disadvantage. Black Moves First is more than an oxymoron in chess. Instead it calls for people to strive for success, even when the odds are against you. To strive for success even when you may not have the advantages of others. Our motto is “Changing the World, One Move at a Time”. This podcast explores the stories of how people have overcome adversity to make their own ...
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Pastoring during a Pandemic with Rev. Dr. William Smith
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Pastoring during a Pandemic with Rev. Dr. William Smith Alton is joined by Reverend Doctor Smith, a faithful and committed pastor of Second Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Dr. Smith is passionate about proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ, making the Word of God relevant in the lives of believers, and building the kingdom of God in the congreg…
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The Life of a Single Mom with Jennifer Maggio
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The Life of a Single Mom with Jennifer Maggio Alton is joined by Jennifer Maggio, an award-winning author of several books and an international speaker, whose personal journey through homelessness, abuse, and single motherhood is leaving audiences around the globe riveted. At 19, Maggio was pregnant with her second child, living in government housi…
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Mental Health is Wealth with Dr. Sh’nai Simmons In today’s episode, Alton speaks with Dr. Sh’nai Simmons, a licensed mental health professional, about all things mental health. Dr. Simmons shares her perspectives on many common topics in the mental health world today, from the effects of COVID, the impact of social media, common trends she notices …
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Black Guys Can Sing Opera with Larry Jay Giddens Alton is joined by his longtime friend, Larry Jay Giddens. Larry is an Opera Singer, Praised by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for a voice that "commands the ear with a stentorian high baritone that soars magnificently through the spaces of the theatre”. In this episode Larry shares his journey to becom…
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Becoming A Better You In this episode, Alton speaks with Detra Trueheart, founder of The Young Miss Buffalo Pageant Scholarship & Enrichment Program. Sharing 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience, Detra speaks about identifying her client avatar, helping women get unstuck in life, and supporting them spiritually. Detra also shares about the impor…
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Chess Is Life Calling all chess lovers! Today’s episode is with Alton’s chess teacher, Grandmaster, Petra Papp. In her first ever english interview, Petra shares her journey of winning tournaments at the young age of 16 to achieve the title of Grandmaster, the highest title a chess player can obtain. More about Petra: In 2009, Papp won the Hungaria…
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Overcoming Sex Addiction In today’s episode, Alton speaks with Jonathan Daughetry, the founder and president of Be Broken, and founder of the Gateway to Freedom 3-day workshop for men. Jonathan and Alton share their own personal experiences of how they each overcame addiction and struggles within their marriage. This episode is filled with hope, su…
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The Right Perspective On Simone Biles In today’s episode, Alton speaks with three-time Olympian, Dominique Dawes. In this powerful interview, Dominique shares her experience and struggles with body positivity throughout her career in gymnastics and how her fan’s love and support helped her through. Dominique also shares her perspective & support fo…
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Black Moves First Episode 04: Brandon Lee White
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Black Moves First Episode 04: Brandon Lee White Author, speaker, and youth mover, Brandon Lee White helps teens take ownership of who they are, what they want, and what holds them back. Born unable to speak, Brandon shares his journey from outcast to school president as well as his 6-year battle with depression and being an “unmotivated motivationa…
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Black Moves First Episode: 03 Dr. Watkins
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Black Moves First Episode: 03 Dr. Watkins Are you chasing money or is money chasing you? Dr. Robert Watkins joins me on today’s episode where we dive deep into the mindsets that are keeping you broke. As an in-demand international speaker, Dr. Watkins’ passion for people, purpose, and profit has fired up millions of men and women across the globe t…
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Black Moves First Episode 02: Parchelle Tashi
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Black Moves First Episode 02: Parchelle Tashi Ever thought of starting your own business? In today’s episode, I chat with my long time friend, Parchelle Tashi about entrepreneurship. As co-founder of a new company 36,000' Parchelle is on a mission to partner with today’s leading authors to expand their reach and revenue by creating online courses t…
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Black Moves First Episode 01: Lisa Suhay In today’s episode I talk with Lisa Suhay about her chess program and the impact she has had on her community throughout the pandemic. Lisa is a world changer, mentor and inspiration to everyone she meets. Lisa has performed a TEDx of community engagement in creating chess programs for children and is the co…
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Welcome to the Black Moves First Podcast! In the game of chess, white pieces always move first, which is an advantage. And the black pieces move second, which is a disadvantage. Black Moves First is more than an oxymoron in chess. Instead it calls for people to strive for success, even when the odds are against you. To strive for success even when …
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