The Leadership Blend Live Podcast: Recent Episodes
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You see the major headlines, now understand how they directly affect you! Our podcast is designed to simplify the decisions being made on your behalf by governments, businesses and management. We also have alot of fun doing it...
In year five, we welcome back The Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education! President Dr. Dana Rickman and Vice President Matt Scott bring us this year's Top ten issues in Education! We also welcome guest correspondent Jason B. Allen!
Today we welcome back our friend, Senator Kim Jackson! She is no longer a “freshman“ to the chamber and she shares her thoughts and knowledge of current legislation! We discuss everything from LGBTQ+ legislation to current events!
Did you know that the prison system is a 14 billion dollar industry?! Meaning everytime your family member, cousin, or friend goes COMPANIES are getting paid! How you ask...recidivism is at the core of it! Friend of the show, Jason B. Allen guest corresponds. Today we welcome back Attorney David Windecher! He updates us on the progress of his organizations battle with Recidivism!
Today we are going into uncharted territory! Meet Erica Mitchell, Workers Comp attorney and Marissa McKain, A workers Comp Director! They give us the insight into the inner workings of the Workers Comp world.
Today we welcome back Dr. LaToria Whitehead! She is our Environmental Justice expert! She explains how it all correlates to Social Justice, mass incarcerated and more!
Meet Dr. Wayne Boatwright former VP of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity for Hackensack Meridian Health in NJ. We discuss everything from doctors care to cultural stereotypes.
It's that time again! Today we welcome back The Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education! The President, Dr. Dana Rickman and Director of External Affairs, Dr. Robert Gaines, II! We also welcome special correspondent, Jason B. Allen! We discuss the top 10 issues in Education! From teacher burnout to school safety!
Imagine making a promise while on the campaign trail and having to actually fulfill it? Meet Mayor khalid ! He made a promise to move into the worse complex in his city (as the mayor). He shares the story of sleeping with rats and he later discovered black mold...
Byron Allen recently purchased the bankrupt Black News Channel for 11 million! It is now apart of the Grio! Meet the lady boss in charge of all of it, Geraldine Morbia! She is the former vice president of diversity and inclusion for CNN Worldwide. She also has 5 Emmy's, 2 Peabody Awards, has been in senior leadership for CNN, NBC, PBS, ABC, and CBC!
In honor of National Brain Tumor month, we have a treat for you! We are inviting Brain tumor survivor Dr. Jo Evans Coleman and Chief Neuro-Oncologist Dr. Ekokobe Fonkem, DO! Dr. Evans Coleman is also Founder and CEO, Meningioma Brain Tumor Network, Inc. We will be bringing awareness, talking prevention and survival!
Today Simone rides solo! She welcomes Gwinnett County Superior Court candidate Karen Scott Greene! They discuss her candidacy, why she's running and more!
It's our first episode of the season back in studio! Today we invited guest commentator Dr. Zackory Kirk! He is an Education media advocate. We catch up on all the latest developments!
Today we take our first look into the Asian & Pacific Islander community! The Atlanta massacre of the eight Asian Americans forced us to take notice of the violence against them. Meet Brad Jenkins, he is the CEO of the Asian American & Pacific Islanders Victory Fund. An superPAC designed to fund & support Asian and candidates of color in the political arena. Brad discusses everything from their communities to the parallels between them and the plight of the black community!
The Ahmaud Arbery case was the trial of the century! It was the trial that had Black America and the world holding its breath..many worried that a not guilty verdict would set us back. Three white men decided to attack and kill an innocent black youth. Today Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady Jr. brings his team to discuss the case!
Imagine being pregnant in prison...Then to top it off having three degrees in nursing. When you speak with prison leadership about proper care for yourself, they tell you they can't! Meet Pamela Winn, she is the Founder of RestoreHER US America! While incarcerated, she was shackled, causing her to fall, miscarry and then be placed in solitary confinement!
And that's a wrap! Kelvin Waites was the last guest of the season! On the episode, we have a candid discussion about law enforcement and repairing community trust. How can it be done? What will it take? As a former police chief, Kelvin chimes in
Forbes Top 10 Diversity and Inclusion expert Dr. Shelton Goode visits! We look at what's at the core of this "labor shortage"...
Attorney Gerald Griggs joins us again! We revisit the agenda of the NAACP, the numerous political fires in GA and the R. Kelly verdict
Communities in Schools in Atlanta CEO Frank Brown, Esq revisits! He updates us on the work his organization is doing and how it has changed in the last year.
Atlanta City Council candidate Larry Carter II visits the Blend! He discusses his platform, presents his views and talks issues with us!
Educator / Advocate Jason Allen visits the Blend! He is running for Atlanta Board of Education seat 9!
Anthony Hamilton discusses his new album, starting his own label and dealing with COVID
Welcome to today's episode of the show! Elizabeth Garvish joins us to discuss Immigration! What does it look like under Biden vs. Trump? Why does it matter?
We welcome Christopher Bruce in our Season 4 debut! He is the Political Director of the ALCU!
Our next interviewee is Tajuana ross. Tajuana Ross, widely known as ‘The LinkedIn Professor’, is the President/CEO of Get Over Yourself Career & Life Coaching, Inc., the #1 Best Selling Author of ‘Class Is Now In Session…Your 21 LinkedIn Questions Answered’, Forbes Coaching Council Member, Award Winning Speaker, Award Winning Certified Branding Coach & LinkedIn Ghostwriter To The Stars. We take an in-depth look at how to maneuver LinkedIn!
District 41 Senator Kim Jackson visits the Blend! She discusses her journey as GA's first openly gay Senator. She also discusses the bill she passed addressing Domestic Abuse and stalking.
Today's episode is all about Recidivism! Attorney David Windecher joins us! He shares his personal story of being raised in the hood and surviving. He leads the conversation on true rehabilitation and how that system needs reforming! How does it effect not just the individual but their family? How Parole is a major contributor to placing minorities in harms way.
The Entertainment panel discusses independent artistry (Film, Music, Acting). From funding to execution, how to pursue your dream in media. We welcome:
Black Lightning / Wu-Tang Clan series Actor Jason Louder
Independent artist/Leadership Blend Correspondent Derrick "Double-R"
Director, and Producer Bobby Huntley
Three men share their different journeys with grief, drugs and mental health, and the justice system. They are the combination of all the conversations we've had. They exhibit how journeys truly lead to redemption and ignite passion
Welcome to the Black Men Series! In this panel, we are discussing black Equity and Justice! What needs to happen to make black men safer? How do we change or effect legislation? What is Equity and how do we leverage it to even the playing field? Panelist are: Simone Cherie, Our very own live podcast Co-host, Sterling Johnson, Head of Public Policy at GOVLIA, and Christopher Bruce, ESQ, Political Director at the ACLU Georgia
We will be looking at the Black Man's mentality from all angles! How are they processing the world? From police attacks to finding/receiving love. We will pulling back the layers and looking at their vulnerability. Two therapist and a guru.
Welcome to the Leadership Blend Media Companies first Black Man Series! In the is first panel, we take a look at Education! Our panelist are: Jason B. Allen, Frank Brown, ESQ and Dr. Shelton Goode. We take a look at the Education system for minorities. Is it effective? How does it correlate to equipping black men for Executive suites? How does it need to change? How can we change it?
Professional Healthcare Educator Dr. Jay Bush joins us on the blend today! We discuss the state of healthcare for minorities and solutions to make it better.
I invited three spiritual "avengers" to have a conversation about women in the church. Dr. Latonya Powers, Dr. Nia Gee and Debra Murray discuss the ever changing needs of women in ministry! From mental health to self-identity we discuss it all
Welcome to another episode of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! today it's just family in the studio! Me, and Simone welcome back show alumni Double-R back to the show! He helps us discuss the Republics mission to use bills to deter minority voters. Also we explore cancel culture as a means by which to police celebrities. Lastly, Double-R discusses his new album and music!
Today we welcome Political Scientist & CDC Public Health Advisor Dr. LaToria Whitehead! She is introducing the concept of Environmental Justice and how it can help change underserved communities.
Welcome to another edition of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we welcome Licensed Clinical Social Worker Regina Zabel! Regina is the owner of Renewed Journey Counseling Services, LLC in Tucker, GA. We take alook at consistent mental health conditions and remedies.
Welcome to another episode of The Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we discuss the Top Ten Issues in Education w/ Dr. Dana Rickman & Dr. Robert Gaines! They are the Vice President (Rickman) and Communications Director (Gaines) for the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education !
Newly elected Cobb County Commissioner for District two, Jerica Richardson joins us! She discusses her job as a Commissioner, her background, and her plans for the county!
Welcome to the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we welcome life insurance expert Jason Ford! In this episode, we take a hard look at life insurance from all angles! Terms, clauses and things to ask / look for! Learn more about the company at wricecommunity.com!
Welcome to another edition of the Leadership Blend! Today we welcome back, Flynn Broady Jr.! He visited the show for the first time when he was running for Senate. He recently just won the Cobb County District Attorney race and we are excited! We will be discussing what a District Attorney does, why it is such an important office and what's on his agenda moving forward!
Welcome to another edition of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we welcome Licensed Counselor Leo Bryant to the show! He is also the Co-Founder of Fatherless in Georgia. We are discussing the psyche of minority children and the outcomes in education. How does it affect them mentally? Is it a major factor in ensuring their success?
Join us today as we discuss the current state of where we are politically! Can Trump somehow steal this election? What do these "lawsuits" mean for the results? How will this play out if he doesn't concede to Biden? We are getting into all of it today! Wricecommunity.com to learn more
Welcome to another edition of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we welcome back Dr. Shelton Goode! He is a Forbes Top D & I Trailblazer and the expert on this particular subject. We will be discussing a call to action from employees, the job of a Chief Diversity Officer and where we stand currently.
Today we welcome Frank Brown, Esq to the Blend. He is the CEO of Communities in Schools of Atlanta. We will be discussing the state of education for minority kids In public schools. In particular, the devastating effects COVID has had on virtual learning
Welcome to today's episode of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! We welcome LGBTQ Playwright Tre Floyd and LGBTQ filmmaker Lando King! We discuss the evolution of the gay black male on Cinema and Film. From Noah's Ark to new characters like Uncle Clifford on P. Valley
Welcome back to the upgraded version of The Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today is our first day back in our new studio and we are estatic! Today, Simone goes over the law as pertains to being stopped. Georgia citizens maybe shocked at the rights of officers..
Welcome to another episode of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we discuss the continued protest, the police and the mentally challenged and the opportunity that "versus" has created for the culture! Learn more about the show at wricecommunity.com!
Welcome to another edition of the Leadership Blend virtual Podcast! Today its just the family: me, Simone Cherie and Kyle Andrew. We discussed Kanye West running, Michelle Obama & her bout with low level depression, and GA passing HB838 giving more protection to officers.....listen in!
Welcome to a special edition of the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we have the owner of Contracts & Grants Linda Gaddy Chatmon with us! We are discussing Grants in great detail and dispelling myths at the same time! Our conversation, is definitely geared towards churches and nonprofits! Get your pen and pad ready...
Welcome to another edition of Leadership Blend virtual Podcast! On today's show, we discuss Trump's war on immigration. We welcome Immigration attorney's Elizabeth Garvish and Amna Shirazi. In the discussion, we delve into the Immigration court, DACA kids, and a world without immigrants.
Join the full Blend family for our panel discussion! We discuss the Georgia leadership debacle, Will and Jada, and more!
State Senate District 30 candidate Triana Arnold James revisits the show! She discusses current events with us, the runoff she is in and her time down at the State Capital!
In this episode, I invite four amazing black men to a panel to talk issues! The panelist are: Jasen Hayes, Ashton Reynolds, Kyle Wilson and Derrick "Double-R" West. We discuss leadership, protesting, reparations, and more!
Today we welcome Jackie Robbins to the Blend! She is the CEO of the National Association of African American Restaurants and Nightclubs. We discuss the plight of the black restaurant owner, the struggle to reopen and funding hurdles.
Today we welcome Generation Z leader Jared Sawyer Jr. to the Blend! Me, him and Simone discuss current topics in our current climate (riots, protesting, etc.). Jared also speaks to leading his generation, the communication problem and disconnect with the generations.
In this episode, we welcome Attorney Alex Gaines! She is the CEO of Alex Gaines Law, PC! Today we discuss the Probate process, what is a Will, what is a living trust and other important information about leaving a physical legacy.
Actress, Writer, and producer Laura Poindexter visits the Blend on today! She discusses persuing her dreams at age 50! We discuss the process, her hurdles, ageism, and her current projects!
Welcome to another virtual episode of The Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today I welcome Dr. Stephen Dolinger! He is the President of the Georgia Partnership of Excellence in Education. We discussed his leadership journey, Georgia education system, what fall will look like for educators and students amongst COVID-19
Welcome to the Leadership Blend Live Podcast! Today we welcome Bob Rodgers the CEO of Street Grace . He discusses transitioning from the For profit to the Nonprofit sector, following passion, what is Street Grace, and Sex Trafficking!
Santiago Marquez joins us on the Blend today! He is the President of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce here in Georgia. Our discussion, leads us to look at issues directly affecting the Hispanic community. Such as: Immigration reform, workforce, education, and business.
Love coach Byron Jamal visits the Blend. He helps entrepreneurs, executives, and business professionals make time for love! How to find the balance between love and business.