The G Cafe: Recent Episodes

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The G Cafe is a Social Media Channel that highlights Revolutionary Acts of Greatness, Glamour, Gadgetry, & Governance around the world. In addition to our videos and articles, we’ve added these podcasts to help us present those subjects in a clear and candid way through conversation with individuals who contribute to and influence popular culture. So far we’ve featured journalists, tech entrepreneurs, authors, college professors, fashion bloggers, and photographers, just to name a few. Please leave a comment or connect with us at http://facebook.com/TheGCafe or @TheGCafe on Twitter.

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Ever wonder about the beginnings of the Jas Photo Naturals campaign? We stumbled upon this old audio from our "vault". Listen to principal photographer John Stephens in his own words.

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Floyd (@floydthinks) chats with Kaitlin Bradberry of RAWartists.org about their upcoming Atlanta showcase, "Discovery", as well as how they've grown in the Atlanta area and the support they give to artists.

RAW:natural born artists is an independent arts organization, for artists, by artists, made up of creative individuals across the nation. Its mission is to provide independent artists within the first 10 years of their career with the tools, resources and exposure needed to inspire and cultivate creativity. For more information, visit:

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We go on the set with John Stephens of JAS Photo Naturals to get a sneak peek of what's going on with the JPN movement. John also sheds some light on the new "Street Naturals" sub-campaign and how the entire movement addresses the status quo in the world of beauty and glamour. For more, visit:

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On election night Floyd talked to a few Atlanta voters to get their perspectives on the 2012 Presidential Election. How is the energy around Barack Obama's re-election different than the initial election four years earlier? #Government

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What are you going to do when "free" goes away? That's what customers of many online services are asking themselves. Oh, and did we mention the rise of the "sideboob" as a meme? Well, we just did. Also, some cool music from a cool dude. http://twitter.com/TheGCafe On Twitter/Instagram: @TheGCafe

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Our Hollywood contributor Trey Murphy gives the inside scoop on the world of movies and television. In this episode: Spielberg's Lincoln movie, Josh Weeden's second crack at The Avengers, a political doc about President Obama, Strahan joins "Live!", "The Office" shuts its doors, and honoring director Tony Scott. http://twitter.com/TheGCafe http://facebook.com/TheGCafe

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You would think being in a coffee minority would be easy, but it's not always as simple as you think. In this episode...good coffee customer service, learning about the world of natural hair, and an LA Non-Profit is teaching kids how to make movies instead of trouble. Also, a big shout out to The G Cafe's Hollywood Minute, as they did a great job covering the ins and outs of movies and television. http://facebook.com/TheGCafe On Twitter/Instagram: @TheGCafe

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In today's podcast we offer some friendly (helpful) advice for all the bloggers in the world. Plus, how to be more aware of what influences us, Lady Gaga's new hip-hop partner, and another musical journey to a place we've never been before. Let's not be afraid to fly. http://twitter.com/TheGCafe http://facebook.com/TheGCafe

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Has Social Media turned us all into braggarts? A new WSJ article seems to think so, and there's a new social media app called Tout that aims to help you in the process. Plus, it's almost time for football season to kick off--are women taking over the pro football conversation? All that, plus a little bit of Feng Shui... http://twitter.com/thegcafe http://facebook.com/thegcafe

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In this episode of the FHP, we discuss the vetting process for new contacts, the Stitcher app, a new interactive resource map for start-ups, election media "entertainment", and dancers in the friendly skies. Plus great music, and shout outs to JAS Photo Naturals, Urban Pl8, and Urban Vines Wine Company. http://twitter.com/TheGCafe http://facebook.com/TheGCafe

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Music journalist Christina Lee chimes in on the state of the music business, younger artists, signing older artists, and much more! http://twitter.com/thegcafe

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Deborah Green, an educator/doctoral student talks about life in the K-12 environment. How do teachers bring current events into the classroom? How does the educational system restore trust with local communities? What does the future of the classroom look like? How do students react to different policy changes like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top? We cover these questions, plus a few more, in a far-ranging conversation.

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Deborah Green, an educator/doctoral student talks about life in the K-12 environment. How do teachers bring current events into the classroom? How does the educational system restore trust with local communities? What does the future of the classroom look like? How do students react to different policy changes like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top? We cover these questions, plus a few more, in a far-ranging conversation.

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Deborah Green, an educator/doctoral student talks about life in the K-12 environment. How do teachers bring current events into the classroom? How does the educational system restore trust with local communities? What does the future of the classroom look like? How do students react to different policy changes like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top? We cover these questions, plus a few more, in a far-ranging conversation.

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Deborah Green, an educator/doctoral student talks about life in the K-12 environment. How do teachers bring current events into the classroom? How does the educational system restore trust with local communities? What does the future of the classroom look like? How do students react to different policy changes like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top? We cover these questions, plus a few more, in a far-ranging conversation.

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Deborah Green, an educator/doctoral student talks about life in the K-12 environment. How do teachers bring current events into the classroom? How does the educational system restore trust with local communities? What does the future of the classroom look like? How do students react to different policy changes like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top? We cover these questions, plus a few more, in a far-ranging conversation.

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If you ever want to hear a great writer have some cool chit-chat with the creative director of a kick-ass social channel (this one), just give this interview a listen. Your favorite music journalist’s favorite music journalist talks about a few things she’s got going on.

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Music Journalist Christina Lee stops by to chat about Bonnaroo, The Roots, the meaning of "soft" in Hip-Hop, her favorite new indie bands, and bunch of other random awesomeness. This is part 1. There will be others.

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Rachelle Lovett of Urban Vines stops by to discuss their business concept, their plans for Atlanta's first Micro-Winery, and their upcoming venture, Urban Vines Golf. Let's raise a glass!

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Lane makes his inglorious exit; Sally becomes a woman; Don sets his sights on a huge account.

Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you’re in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Joan gets a promotion, Peggy makes a transition, and SCDP gets a new car!

Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you’re in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Floyd recently sat down with Dr. Lisa Niles, professor of British Literature at Spelman College, for a wide ranging chat about her specialty and popular culture; how her students relate to Nicki Minaj, Oprah, and Michelle Obama; and the future of digital education. Awesome stuff!

In this segment: Student perspectives of gay marriage, Michelle Obama, Oprah, Nicki Minaj, and more!

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Floyd recently sat down with Dr. Lisa Niles, professor of British Literature at Spelman College, for a wide ranging chat about her specialty and popular culture; how her students relate to Nicki Minaj, Oprah, and Michelle Obama; and the future of digital education. Awesome stuff!

In this segment: transparency in news sources, bringing the outside world into the classroom, and how our society is making it harder to read lengthy content.

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Don and Joan find a new level of intimacy; Harry really goes out of his way to help a friend; and Megan throws food!

Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you’re in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Floyd recently sat down with Dr. Lisa Niles, professor of British Literature at Spelman College, for a wide ranging chat about her specialty and popular culture; how her students relate to Nicki Minaj, Oprah, and Michelle Obama; and the future of digital education. Awesome stuff!

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Don gets competitive, Betty continues to struggle with her weight, and Roger marks his territory. We cover it all on this week's episode of Mad Men!

Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you’re in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Megan decides to make a career shift, while Pete stumbles into a love affair. We cover it all from this week’s episode of Mad Men!

Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you’re in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Megan's parents come to visit, Don and Megan team up for a victory, and Sally grows up in more ways than one. We cover it all from this week's episode of Mad Men!

Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you're in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you're in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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In this episode of #M7MS, Floyd takes time to give some shout outs and sheds some light on Google Drive. Mentioned in this show: Vintij Adorned, Bouchic boutique + lounge, JAS Photo, Death of a Clown, The Section 357 Show, Mad Wrap, Google, Dropbox.

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Are you a Mad Men fan? If so, you're in the right place! Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show. Check it out!

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Floyd Hall (The G Cafe) and Jess Harris (Vintij Adorned) discuss the latest season of Mad Men, focusing on the Clothes & Culture aspects of the show.

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Floyd talks about "crowdsourcing" to watch TV, the lack of social media in North Korea, and gives a shout out to social media platform Neighborhoodr. #M7MS

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How well do you know your favorite not-for-profit corporation/institution? Are you ready for Facebook's new Timeline feature? Floyd covers these and more...check it out! http://www.facebook.com/TheGCafe

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Shelli-Ann Kamson talks about how her passion for accessories led her to start PeppermintChic.com, and online accessories boutique. She also discusses her journey, being in NY, and the vision for the start-up. www.facebook.com/TheGCafe

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Can women be geniuses? Is it time to clean out out that "App Closet"? Floyd tackles these questions and more, plus compares bad coffee to bitter beer. Check it out! http://www.facebook.com/TheGCafe

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Floyd talks about a social media platform Tout, as well as The Prime Minister's Questions as must-see TV, and tries to inspire some Goodwill toward men. http://thegcafe.tumblr.com

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With the obesity epidemic in the African American community, Black Girls Run! was founded to promote a healthy lifestyle and tackle this problem head-on. Tes Sobomehin, Atlanta Ambassador for BGR!, talks about how the organization go started, how they've grown, and how you can be involved. http://www.facebook.com/TheGCafe

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Whooplon's motto is "Live More, Pay Less" and it promotes daily deals to help you do just that. Founder Kim Tambascia talks about her idea for the site and Whooplon's different approach to creating profitable opportunities for its vendors. Check out www.whooplon.com for more!

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Author Grace Octavia shares her thoughts on the "process" of innovation, how newer books are written like movies, and whether hip-hop artists deserve to be considered writers.

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AdSmoke CEO Eric Hamilton talks about this new internet video platform that will potentially revolutionize User Generated Content advertising and monetization. (Part 3 of 3)

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AdSmoke CEO Eric Hamilton talks about this new internet video platform that will potentially revolutionize User Generated Content advertising and monetization. (Part 2 of 3)

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AdSmoke CEO Eric Hamilton talks about this new internet video platform that will potentially revolutionize User Generated Content advertising and monetization. (Part 1 of 3)

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In this installment of "What I Learned", Floyd gives some perspective on the U.S. Debt Ceiling, Kanye West at Coachella, a couple of smartphone apps, and the "lucky" new President of Nigeria. Plus music by The Heavy.

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Adrienne Smith of the Boston Militia in the Women's Football Alliance discusses the growth of women's professional tackle football and how more women can get involved in the sport.

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Dr. Lisa Niles, professor of 18th and 19th century literature at Spelman College, draws some compelling analogies related to literature, mass communication, and pop culture through the centuries, plus some perspective on gender, sexuality, power as seen through the eyes of her students.

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Retina Burton, Instructor of Engineering at Spelman College, gives some perspective on the state of women in the STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), as well as what K-12 school systems can do to better prepare students for the collegiate level.

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Dominique’ Reese, Founder and CEO of CommuniTree LLC, spends some time talking about the fundamentals of financial planning, the impact of technology on personal finance, and how individuals should prepare for entrepreneurship.

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In this episode, Floyd spends some time digging around the content across The G Cafe platform, including the website and Tumblr blog, and an interview from Cape Town, South Africa about how culture travels and gets reinterpreted around the globe. Plus music from Earth, Wind, and Fire.

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In this episode talks with Ernest Alexander about his new line of classic/rugged bags and accessories for men, a new hub for Girl Geeks, and a new potential relationship between Twitter and JP Morgan. Plus music from N.E.R.D.

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Ernest Alexander, the man behind Ernest Alexander, spends some time talking with us about his line of bags, belts, ties, and accessories for men. Visit the site at ernestalexander.com for more details.

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Trey Murphy and Kema Charles discuss the production of their new film, Fatigues, which addresses Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and the struggles that soldiers face after returning from combat situations.

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In this episode Floyd gives some perspective on the Facebook and the Oscars, talks about a new concept in electric luxury, and discusses PTSD with independent film producers Trey Murphy and Kema Charles. Plus music from VV Brown.

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Paul Glader gives some thoughtful perspective on the new Huffington Post/AOL deal, paid/unpaid journalism, the evolving Media landscape, and how innovation and technology can help some publications survive going forward.

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In this episode Floyd talks with Paul Glader, former Wall Street Journal reporter, about the Huffington Post/AOL deal and the new media landscape. Plus perspective on Borders and music from Esperanza Spalding.

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In this episode, Floyd talks about the notion of artists who "Sell Out", plus news on Prince and an interview about Social Media/PR with Myleik Teele of Artoffacts PR.

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Steven Otu, managing partner of iFundie.com, talks about the platform and establishing new entertainment projects using social media.

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In this audio exclusive from The G Cafe: The Google Art Project, Rediscovering the Power of No, Backlash over the AOL/Huffington Post acquisition, and new music from Adele.

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In this audio exclusive, Floyd Hall talks with Myleik Teele of Artoffacts PR to get her perspective on social media and it's affect on PR, building a brand, and what it takes for people to go from "Good to Great"...

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In this audio exclusive, Floyd Hall talks with Myleik Teele of Artoffacts PR to get her perspective on social media and it's affect on PR, building a brand, and what it takes for people to go from "Good to Great"...

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In this audio exclusive, Floyd talks with Irina Avtsin about her new book "Rediscovering the Power of No".

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Another “audio exclusive” from The G Cafe! In this episode Floyd Hall talks about the return of a pop culture animation classic, a technology “love match”, and The Black Keys! Listen. Comment. Share.

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