Iona R. Rudisill: Recent Episodes
Iona R. Rudisill
Honoring life is a profound and beautiful expression of recognizing the immense value in every breath we take and every experience we endure. It’s the ultimate acknowledgment of resilience that allows us to triumph over hardships and the grace that carries us through all situations. When we honor life, we embrace not only the victories but also the...
For centuries, society has viewed substance abuse through a narrow, judgmental lens, often labeling it a moral failure, social incompetence or lack of self-control. This dangerous misconception, rooted in elitist ideologies and systemic viewpoints, caused countless families to suffer in silence, isolated and fractured. It wasn’t until 1980, with the recognition of substance abuse as...
Undervalued Heroes reside in the quiet corners of prominent spaces. These heroes don’t look for praise or acknowledgement because who they are and what they do is from the heart. Dedicated and engaged fathers are these heroes, who are underappreciated for the immeasurable impact they have within their families and communities. Therefore, it is my...
Historically, April has been denoted by our nation to focus on children and youth who have been abused in various forms (i.e. physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, spiritual, etc.). Children, youth, and families who have been unseen by the masses because their pain has been silenced, continue to thrive through collaborative efforts by champions who refuse...
In the mind of our creator, Almighty God, we were perfect. Yet because of one choice made, outside of His design, through manipulative and deceptive language, trauma entered into existence. Therefore, we are perfect creations in imperfect bodies, living in an imperfect world, using restorative practices to heal from the trauma we were born...
Whether it be physical, mental, spiritual, or psychological, healthcare is essential to the lifestyle of every human being in this world. For centuries there have been disparities in how adults and children, men and women, races and ethnicities, as well as chosen lifestyles, and forced lifestyles through abusive situations are provided healthcare. When we speak...
September is nationally recognized as Hispanic Heritage month. The theme of 2023 is “Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America”. What a powerful dynamic it is for individuals to know and understand their culture in order to promote their contributions to the educational, economical, political, and social growth of the United States. However, is...
Being a Defender of Self-Justice is not a “catch phrase” or an afterthought but an intentional divine posture of identity. A defender is someone who can be defined as a protector, a guardian, a steward, and a champion for what is right. Simply put, the Defender of Self-Justice is a preserver of the righteous gifts...
On September 24, 2021 in Montgomery, Alabama, a 15 foot high monument was unveiled entitled, “The Mothers of Gynecology”, bringing enlightenment to and exposure of the horrific and torturous true practices of Black enslaved women (Anarcha, Lucy, and Betsey: https://www.anarchalucybetsey.org/) by Dr. J. Marion Sims in the 19th century. Nationally acclaimed artist, Michelle Browder, with...
Grief is a journey that we will all experience in different capacities. Pain and joy can coexist in grief because when there is a loss of a relationship, a person, or even a situation that impacts individual functionality the intense emotions cannot be simply defined. Yvette Nicole Brown, award winning actress in speaking about the...
Pride is not a word that is as easily understood as you might think because the definition of pride is broad. Pride can be destructive and can also be a blessing in how it both influences and impacts through trauma. In this episode, I will be joined in this discussion with Keturah Fountaine, a Proprietor,...
Pride is not a word that is as easily understood as you might think because the definition of pride is broad. Pride can be destructive and can also be a blessing in how it both influences and impacts through trauma. In this episode, I will be joined in this discussion with Keturah Fountaine, a Proprietor,...
Our heritage is linked to who we are because it is so much more than us preserving, excavating, displaying or restoring a collection of old things. Heritage speaks to our legacy of what we have learned from previous generations that impact our present outcomes to reinforce how we influence our future. In this episode, I...
In this first episode of Season 3, women-owned ventures will be highlighted, I begin with Rohan Lindsay, Founder and CEO of “Something for The Journey”. Listeners will hear the importance of how making a generational impact, results in transcending time so that we can walk in the power and authority of God to be Defenders...