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Theo Smith
I examine a variety of topics to encourage, enlighten, and activate your mind. Email me at theothinks301@gmail.com if you have comments, ideas for future show topics, or to be a guest on an episode. Please follow me on Twitter @theosochill and Instagram at theo_thinks. Thank you for listening and please take care. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theo-smith3/support
I discuss healthy eating with Nakeesha Cousins. A Holistic Health and Wellness Expert, Certified Nutritional Consultant, and owner of uniquelykeesh.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
Disappointments will come but they don’t have to dictate the person that you want to be. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
TikTok is facing legislation that could keep it from being openly used in the US. Where did the bill come from?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
You are enough and it’s ok to be content even while you a striving to achieve your goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
I have a conversation with spoken word artist and community activist Amy “UnculturedAsian” Booker. We discuss art it’s importance to the community and the creative process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
James Brown was a man that knew how to stand up for his community as much as he knew how to get down to his groove. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
Putting others first is important but don’t loose sight of your own needs and goals in the process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
2023 was a year that held many lessons. This is what I got the most out of this year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
Frederick Douglass’ experience as a biracial and formerly enslaved individual is inspiring. It’s his perspective that I touch on in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
On this day of thanksgiving I’m thinking about and feeling thankful. Thank you for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
The notion that our best days are behind us is a curious one.
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Reparations has been made to be a divisive topic by politicians and the media when it should be a uniting topic that releases us from the chains of our past and propels us into a bright and equitable future.
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2022 was a year of tearing down and starting over 2023 is proving to be a year of restoration and rejuvenation. This season be doing more political commentaries and history topics as well as new topics such as movie and comic reviews and of course special guests. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theo-smith3/support
An attitude of gratitude and acknowledging those that have helped us along the way is an important act that we should participate in regularly. Happy thanksgiving!
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Check your ego at the door when building your relationship with your bonus child.
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In spite of the stress and uncertainty that we experience find the time to breathe.
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With the overturning of Roe v. Wade the Supreme Court has set a dangerous precedent for overturning established law in spite of the will of the people and legal justification. It’s no longer a court of law but a court of far right activism.
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The greatest threat to our democracy is the legal bribery that take place through think tanks and lobbyists. An article published by Politico on 2/24/22 titled “Trial opens for men accused of funneling millions to back Hillary Clinton in 2016 presidential race” is a great example of why.
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Putin’s war on Ukraine is horrible. My thoughts are with the Ukrainian people.
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Whether you’ve been abused or done the abusing you don’t have to continue that toxic cycle. If you need help you can call the National Mental Health Hotline 1-844-548-4266
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With so many bad examples passed off for love, what should love actually look like?
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Your mental real estate is precious. Protect it.
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We can’t learn if we’re not honest. If weren’t not learning we’re not growing.
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Use today as an opportunity to be thankful and to begin to remove yourself from the noise and negativity that isn’t good for you.
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You can’t fight to have your perspective heard whiling fighting to silence critics or someone with a different perspective than your own. Which is why cancel culture is canceling itself out.
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We should be able to simultaneously celebrate bravery, remember tragedy, and discuss why imperialism and bigotry led to the 9/11 terrorist attacks and its aftermath.
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Adjustments are necessary for growth and a better life experience.
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The crisis in Afghanistan has made one thing very clear; governmental systems often give in to exploitative and oppressive agendas. Which is why if we want to make our lives better we have to do the work ourselves.
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CRT has a lot of people worked up. This is what I think about critical race theory.
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We all enjoy getting new stuff and that’s fine. We need to take care that we hold our possessions and that our possessions don’t have us.
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Each of us deals with temptation but you can’t face it if you don’t acknowledge it.
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We are all called to be free and to you that freedom to encourage and serve one another humbly and in love.
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In order to understand the current state of the Israel and Palestine conflict you have to know the history.
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Happy Father’s Day to all the dads. With a special shout out to my Dad Theodore Smith III.
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It’s so important that we speak positivity and encouragement into life and the lives of people we care about and encounter.
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Yesterday the CDC lifted mask restrictions for fully vaccinated individuals.
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We live in a world that lacks justice and fairness. Primarily because we punish ourselves repeatedly for old mistakes and shortcomings.
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100 Republicans want out, forests are rebounding, and Liz Cheney is unpopular because she’s right.
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We all came from a mother and I certainly wouldn’t be who I am if it weren’t for mine. Happy Mother’s Day.
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The media has done a terrible job of explaining the importance of getting vaccinated against COVID-19. From personal experience this virus is a life changing illness. Vaccines work.
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During moments of intense emotional response don’t forget to breathe.
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We need to have a very important conversation with our Asian-American brothers and sisters about their silence when we other groups experience racism and racially motivated violence.
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Censorship is better left to individuals and not the government or corporations.
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Censorship is a topic that has been in the news a lot lately. But what is it and how is it used?
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My thoughts following the shooting in Woodstock, GA that leaves 8 dead following Robert Aaron Long’s targeted attack on Asian-Americans.
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In a world of counterfeiters and social media liars it’s easy to get caught up in being dishonest with yourself. Embrace who you are so that you can be honest about being a better you.
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I have a conversation with my good friend Pastor James Ivey about his new book What Manner of Woman Are You.
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E and I have a good time talking about Bill Cosby, Cancel Culture, Reparations, and consumerism.
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Yesterday the Senate voted to acquit former president Trump in a 57-43 vote.
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A conversation with my friend E Tomlinson from The OT Show we discuss politics, black history, and laugh about Stevie Wonder catching microphones and FaceTiming Kirk Franklin.
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Today’s guest is Lawrence Robinson a supporter of education and passionate believer in highlighting ancestors from across the globe through his platform Black History On Steroids.
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Stay focused and positive during stressful times.
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Misinformation Improves After Twitter Bans Trump, QAnon Planned To Infiltrate Inauguration, National Guard Members Reassigned For Extremist Ties, First Palestinian Elections In 15 Years, What’s Going On In The House This Week
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Reflecting on the past and comparing it with the present holds value. Using the MLK holiday as a day of reflection and encouragement.
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This weeks news bite includes Trump’s Second House Impeachment, Israel and Iran Conflict, Censorship Through Social Media, My COVID Vaccine experience.
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My thoughts on yesterday’s siege by domestic terrorists of the Capitol in response to Trump’s election loss.
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While the President and his party work to undermine your vote and attack our democracy I’m thankful that the best part about our democracy is us.
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Nashville Suicide Bomber, Iran Requests US Officials Be Arrested, Georgia Holds Elections, A Proud Boy Goes To Jail, Mexico Offers Assange Asylum, Roku In Talks To Buy Quibi Library
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Thank you for listening and making 2020 a great year for my podcast. I’m looking forward to bringing Weekly News Bites, multiparty mini-series, conversations with special guests, and personal check-ins in 2021.
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We faced many challenges in 2020 and from those challenges came hard lessons and personal growth. This is my take on 2020 and what I’m looking forward to in 2021.
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Having an attitude of gratitude is key to enriching our lives and nurturing our relationships.
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The facts about vaccines and why there’s apprehension.
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Our system isn’t perfect but have to work with what we’ve got until we’re able to fix it.
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Negligence by law enforcement cost Breonna Taylor’s life to be taken and for Kenneth Walker to be racially profiled and have his rights violated. Justice has not been served based on the statements of officers and witnesses.
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Breonna Taylor was murdered by the reckless bullets of Louisville police however we cannot forget that there was a second victim that night; Kenneth Walker.
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We need to be just as passionate about fighting for the living as we are in avenging the dead. Breonna Taylor was not the only victim of police negligence. Kenneth Walker was victimized that night as well.
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As we go through life we will be hurt and encounter people that don’t have our best interests at heart. That doesn’t mean we have to pass that pain on to our children.
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My thoughts on the Vice Presidential debate.
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Dramaine Smith is an entrepreneur and family man. Please enjoy our conversation about business and politics.
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The Republicans want to rush to confirm Judge Barrett to the Supreme Court before the election. You should know who she is.
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Biden speaks to us Trump speaks to and activates white supremest racists.
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While Trump has fooled many Americans into believing he’s a patriotic and successful businessman his tax filings tell a very different story.
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We should be angry but we can’t stay there. We have to act to ensure we have lasting justice to ensure accountability for law enforcement.
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Voter suppression is American as our Constitution. You have to know the tricks so you don’t fall victim to the games.
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As election season kicks into high gear don’t forget how powerful and important your vote is.
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All are welcome! Unless it’s Hip-Hop.
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The Federal Income Tax impacts all of us but not as many of us know how we ended up with one.
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I attended the March and want to share some of what I heard and a little of what I felt with you.
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Taking a quick look at some news topics.
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The police were never intended to be what we need them to be or even what we think they are.
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This pandemic has exposed our weaknesses and our epidemic lack of leadership which makes COVID-19 even more dangerous.
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Reflecting on my grandfather after his recent passing.
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We have a national lack of leadership and unfortunately the Black Lives Matter movement is victim to this problem as well. It’s this lack of leadership that has caused the movement to do a poor job drafting a comprehensive plan to address police brutality and systemic racism within our institutions and what the expectations are.
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The Democrats in Congress are introducing The Justice In Policing Act in response to the national outrage following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. A tone deaf gesture that falls very short on addressing the police brutality and racism.
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My thoughts on George Floyd and how COVID-19 created the perfect season of protest.
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My spirituality keeps me positive and grounded during uncertain times.
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Who is Sarah Baartman?
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The Black Panthers inspire me to be active in my community and I hope this episode inspires you too.
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We have to do a better job with how we teach history.
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Even in the sad times there’s positive inspiration.
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Seek inspiration to grow so that your talents can bear fruit and inspire someone else.
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My thoughts on why native born Black people are owed reparations.
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Keep your vision clear in 2020 by making a plan for what you want to achieve this year!
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In this episode I discuss my take on Christmas; what it is and how we can do it better.
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While Trump and the Republicans are busy slandering the Bidens Trump and his children are busy enriching themselves with American tax dollars and favors from foreign governments.
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In this episode I introduce myself and discuss what impeachment is, my feelings on if President Trump should be impeached.
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I’m a regular guy doing a deep dive into politics, news, entertainment and a host of other topics. Hopefully you’ll be encouraged to broaden your horizons like I have.
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