The Eddrick Show: Recent Episodes
Eddrick Jerome
Join me for an enlightening conversation with award-winning writer, playwright, and esteemed civil rights attorney Gloria J. Browne-Marshall. She discusses her vital new book, A Protest History of the United States. Professor Browne-Marshall, a Constitutional Law and Africana Studies Professor at John Jay College (CUNY) and recipient of the prestigious 2024 Silver Gavel Award from the American Bar Association, breaks down the historical role of protest in shaping the American identity and legal landscape. Don't miss her insights on law, history, and the power of civic engagement.
#eddrickshow #ProtestHistory #GloriaJBrowneMarshall #CivilRights #ConstitutionalLaw #SilverGavelAward #JohnJayCollege #USHistory #CivicEngagement #AfricanaStudies #authorinterviews @theeddrickshow
Join me for an insightful interview with Dr. Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Harvard-affiliated behavioral and data scientist, lawyer, and globally recognized expert on AI and organizational strategy. Dr. Cecchi-Dimeglio sits down to discuss her upcoming book, Building a Thriving Future: Navigating the Metaverse and Multiverse.
In this conversation, we explore the critical intersection of technology, leadership, and human-centric strategy that defines the next era of business and society. Dr. Cecchi-Dimeglio holds significant leadership roles at the United Nations International Telecommunication Union (ITU), where she serves as Co-Chair of the Global Initiative on AI and Virtual Worlds and chairs the Metaverse Focus Group, defining standards for responsible digital development.
eddrickshow #PaolaCecchiDimeglio #Metaverse #Multiverse #FutureOfTech #DigitalTransformation #VirtualReality #EmergingTech #Innovation #Web3 #TechTalk #UnitedNations
Join me for my conversation with the incredible Chef Michael Twitty: culinary historian, author, and champion of African American foodways. Chef Twitty is here to share the history and heart behind his latest book, Recipes from The American South.
We're exploring the broad history, diverse cultures, and often overlooked stories that make Southern cuisine what it is. Get ready for an insightful, passionate, and delicious discussion that will change the way you see Southern food.
MichaelTwitty #SouthernFood #CulinaryHistory #AfricanAmericanFoodways #TheCookingGene #Koshersoul #RecipesFromTheAmericanSouth #eddrickshow
Join me as I have a conversation with Parneille Walker, the breakout filmmaker who is taking the film festival circuit by storm! Her debut short film, the hilarious rom-com "Love is Blind," has earned major buzz winning Best Short Film at The People's Film Festival, getting accolades at the Oscar-qualifying BronzeLens Film Festival, and a win for Best Actress at the prestigious Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase. Parneille reveals the secrets to making her award-winning first film, her journey from seasoned post-production supervisor to celebrated director, and her commitment to centering Black and Brown characters in the romantic comedy genre. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!
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Join me for my interview with filmmaker Dave Kabbe as he discusses his powerful and moving film, "Izidor." Based on the true story of Izidor Ruckel, a boy who grew up in one of Communist Romania's notorious orphanages, this film sheds light on a hidden and heartbreaking chapter of history. In our conversation, Dave shares the journey of bringing Izidor's story to the screen, from the initial inspiration to the unique use of both live-action and animation to depict the harsh realities of orphanage life. Learn about the film's mission to raise awareness for vulnerable children, the challenges of independent filmmaking, and the enduring message of hope and resilience at its core.
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My guest is Solano County CA Supervisor Wanda Williams; a true trailblazer and the first African American woman elected to this position. In our conversation, we delve into her journey from the Suisun City Council to the Solano County Board of Supervisors. Supervisor Williams shares her insights and passion for key issues facing the community including healthcare, business development, support for local businesses, protecting agriculture/tourism, and the importance of community engagement. Learn more about the vision and work of one of Solano County's most influential leaders.
eddrickshow #WandaWilliams #SolanoCounty #SuisunCity #CommunityLeadership #AffordableHousing #LocalBusiness #CaliforniaPolitics #FirstAfricanAmericanWoman #Trailblazer #CommunityAdvocate #wine #agriculture #agritourism #californiaforever
We go behind the scenes of the powerful and critically acclaimed play, "Sunset Baby," with its stars, Courtney Gabrielle Williams and Lamont Thompson. They share their insights on bringing to life this compelling story of a former Black revolutionary and his estranged daughter. "Sunset Baby," written by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Margo Hall, runs from September 11th - September 28th at the Magic Theater at Fort Mason in San Francisco.
https://www.lhtsf.org/
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My guest is Ashanna Andrews, the breakout star of the new short film, In The Midst of T.H.E.M. This film, from writer and director Terrence Ivory, is a blend of mystery, drama, and the supernatural set in a 1940s West Virginia coal-mining town. It's an incredible on-screen debut for Ashanna, a talented Bay Area native and a proud graduate of San Francisco State University.
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I'm joined by economist and author Howard Yaruss. He's the author of "Understandable Economics: Because Understanding Our Economy Is Easier Than You Think and More Important Than You Know." He's here to demystify the economy by breaking down complex topics with relatable analogies, plain language, and engaging stories. No confusing jargon or graphs required.
#eddrickshow #HowardYaruss #UnderstandableEconomics #EconomicsExplained #FinancialLiteracy #Inflation #TheEconomy #tarrifs #thefederalreserve #bondmarket #recession #bureauoflaborstatistics
Discover the hidden truths of the American foster care system with Pulitzer-nominated journalist Claudia Rowe, author of the groundbreaking book, Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care. In this interview, Claudia reveals the systemic failures that lead to a devastating pipeline from foster care to incarceration. If you want to understand the profound impact of this system on countless lives, this conversation with Claudia Rowe is a must-listen.
eddrickshow #FosterCare #WardsOfTheState #ClaudiaRowe #ChildWelfare #Incarceration #SocialJustice #PulitzerNominee #BookInterview #InvestigativeJournalism #MustWatch
My guest is actor and producer Rosie Cruz! Rosie excels in creative business development and marketing strategy. For over a decade, she's been a respected independent film producer and business strategist, known for building collaborative teams. Beyond her impressive career, Rosie is a dedicated advocate for youth empowerment, serving on the boards of organizations like LetsBeBigger.org and The Sankofa Global Project, bringing arts education to underserved communities. From her roots at San Jose State University to honing her craft at Warner Loughlin Studios and Second City Improv, Rosie's journey is truly inspiring!
eddrickshow #podcast #RosieCruz #ActorProducer #EntertainmentIndustry #FilmProducer #BusinessStrategist #CreativeBusiness #MarketingStrategy #YouthEmpowerment #ArtsEducation #IndependentFilm #Inspiration #SanJoseState #WarnerLoughlinStudios #SecondCityImprov #LetsBeBigger #SankofaGlobalProject #pixar #shippingcontainers
My guest is Oh Tepmongkol-Wheaton, the visionary CEO behind The Ohzone Inc. and @filter(s)rus, who's reshaping how brands connect with their audience. From her roots waiting tables at her family's Thai restaurant to organizing the world's first metaverse march for women's rights, Oh's journey is truly inspiring. Discover how this Forbes Next 1000 honoree is turning followers into brand ambassadors, reducing waste with digital swag, and making a real impact in the digital world!
eddrickshow #DigitalInnovation #TechCEO #WomenInTech #Sustainability #MetaversePioneer #ForbesNext1000 #OhTepmongkolWheaton #TheOhzoneInc #FiltersrUs #DigitalSwag #BrandAmbassadors #WasteReduction #StanfordAlumni #NVIDIA #Intel #StartupStory #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration #SuccessStory #Innovation #Business #Leadership #FutureOfWork #Web3 #podcast
My guest is Professor Samuel Jay Keyser, a world-renowned theoretical linguist. He's celebrated for his groundbreaking work on the English language and his unique linguistic approach to literary criticism. Professor Keyser joins us to discuss his new book, Play It Again Sam: Repetition in the Arts, published by MIT Press. Beyond his academic achievements at institutions like Brandeis, University College London, and MIT, Professor Keyser is also an accomplished jazz trombonist and bandleader, well-known in the Boston jazz scene.
eddrickshow #podcast #SamuelJayKeyser #Linguistics #TheoreticalLinguistics #EnglishLanguage #LiteraryCriticism #RepetitionInTheArts #MITPress #Jazz #JazzTrombone #BostonJazz #AuthorInterview #Academic #ArtsAndCulture #LanguageAndLiterature
Join me as I sit down with Brigette LeBlanc, the trailblazing President and CEO of the San Francisco African American Chamber of Commerce! As the first woman to lead the Chamber, Brigette shares her incredible journey, insights, and vision.
With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience through her company LeBlanc and Associates, Brigette is a renowned global event and meeting specialist. A native San Franciscan, she also made history as the first Black woman Event Manager at San Francisco City Hall. Get ready to be inspired by a leader who consistently curates impactful events and builds powerful community connections.
eddrickshow #podcast #BrigetteLeBlanc #SFAfricanAmericanChamberofCommerce #womenleaders #sanfrancisco #blackbusiness #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #leadership #bayarea #leadership
Join me for a conversation with longtime Bay Area entertainer T.G. Lighted. Hear stories from his incredible 50+ year career, performing alongside icons like Sly Stone, James Brown, and The Delfonics. He also discusses his work empowering artists through TG Lighted Entertainment and his passion for performing live.
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Join me for an inspiring conversation with the legendary Susan Polgar! The first woman to break through the highest ranks of chess, Susan discusses her powerful new memoir, Rebel Queen - The Cold War, Misogyny, and the Making of a Grandmaster. Discover her incredible journey from childhood in Communist Hungary to becoming a world champion, battling societal barriers with brilliance and strategic prowess. This is a story of resilience you won't want to miss!
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My guest is Robert Townsend, known for Hollywood Shuffle, The Five Heartbeats, and The Parent 'Hood. A versatile actor, writer, director, producer, and now stage storyteller, he's here to talk about his one-man show, Living The Shuffle, which explores his self-discovery, artistic journey, and life lessons.
eddrickshow #podcast #filmmaking #acting #comedy
My guest is C. Liegh McInnis, a distinguished poet, author, and former English instructor at Jackson State University. He is a leading cultural voice, with poetry, essays, and short stories focusing on Black identity, social justice, and cultural heritage. His critical work, "The Lyrics of Prince: A Literary Look at a Creative, Musical Poet, Philosopher, and Storyteller," explores the lyrical and artistic brilliance of Prince Rogers Nelson, highlighting Prince's blend of musicality with deep social commentary, personal introspection, and spiritual exploration.
eddrickshow #podcast #jacksonstateuniversity #prince #paisleypark #music #soul
Priscilla Lam is a talented actor and visionary producer from Vallejo, California and founder of 11th Hour Creatives, a collaborative of storytellers and filmmakers in the Bay Area. She supports inclusive narratives and platforms for overlooked voices in cinema. A prolific short filmmaker across various genres, Priscilla is also the Director of Community Engagement at BraveMaker, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening community ties and supporting budding filmmakers.
eddrickshow #podcast #film #sundancefilmfestival #vallejo #independentfilmmaker #filmfestival #sacramento #bayarea
My guest is renowned graphic artist and novelist Eric Drooker. He’s here to discuss his new book Naked City, the third volume of his City Trilogy series. His first book, Flood - A Novel in Pictures, won the American Book Award. Eric is a frequent cover artist for The New Yorker, and he’s known for incorporating themes of social justice and political commentary in his vivid and expressive style. Eric’s art can be seen in the permanent collections of the Whitney Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and The Brooklyn Museum.
eddrickshow #graphicnovel #newyorker #newyork #graphicdesign #podcast #artist
My guest is Kevin B. Smith, author of the new book, The Jailer’s Reckoning: How Mass Incarceration Is Damaging America. The book addresses the reality that the United States imprisons more people than any other country and that there are social, economic, and political costs to the mass incarceration of millions of people.
#eddrickshow #podcast #prison #unitedstates
My guest is actor, writer, and producer Lamondo Hill. Lamondo was raised in Richmond, CA and he’s a versatile young actor who’s able to leverage his talent in a variety of interesting and challenging roles. Earlier this year, Lamondo took home the Best Supporting Actor award at the SacTown Movie Buffs Film Festival for his role in the short film Need A Lift.
#eddrickshow #film #podcast #sacramento #actor #shortfilm
My guest is artist Elijah Reed. Elijah is based in Vacaville, California and is known for his abstract and textured artwork, which explores themes of emotion and experience. He’s a young artist with exceptional vision and technique.
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My guest is Emiliana Vegas, author of the new book Let’s Change the World – How to Work Within International Development Organizations to Make A Difference. Emiliana is a renowned educator and policy analyst who has spent her career focusing on improving educational opportunities in developing countries. She is a Professor of Practice at the Harvard School Graduate School of Education. She previously served as Co-Director of the Center for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution and Chief of the Education Division at the Intern-American Development Bank.
#eddrickshow #podcast #harvard #education #international
My guest is Margo Hall. Margo is an award-winning actor, director and Artistic Director of the Lorraine Hansberry Theatre in San Francisco. She’s here to talk about the San Francisco premier of The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body, a spiritual new work written by nationally acclaimed playwright and SF native Lisa B. Thompson. Margo is directing the piece which will debut at the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture in San Francisco on September 19th.
eddrickshow #lorrainehansberry #podcast #margohall #sanfrancisco #stage #actor #theatre #ucberkeley #universityoftexasaustin
My guest is author William Cooper. His new book, How America Works... and Why It Doesn't, is a contemporary analysis of the American political system. It aims to explain how the system was originally designed to function and why it's currently experiencing difficulties. William is an accomplished attorney and a national columnist whose commentaries on American politics have been featured in publications worldwide, including outlets like the New York Times, Washington Post, and CNN. #eddrickshow #election #2024elections #podcast #politics
My guest is Matthew Ferrence, author of the new book I Hate It Here, Please Vote For Me; Essays on Rural Political Decay. The timely collection of essays provides an in-depth perspective of his run as a Democrat for state office in a deeply-red district in rural Pennsylvania and explores how American political narratives refuse to recognize the existence and value of nonconservative rural Americans. #eddrickshow #politics #election #democracy #pennsylvania #2024elections
My guest is renowned author Fred Waitzkin. His latest novel, Anything Is Good, explores the complexities of friendship, loss, and the human condition. Fred is best known for his memoir, Searching for Bobby Fischer, which chronicled the life of his son, Josh Waitzkin, a child chess prodigy. He’s also written for The New York Times Magazine, Esquire, and Forbes. Fred’s ability to blend personal experiences with insightful commentary has solidified his reputation as a compelling and thought-provoking author.
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My guests are Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa E. Lewiss, authors of the new book MicroSkills; Small Actions, Big Impact. Learning the skills outlined in their book can make positive difference in your life!
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My guest is Troy L. Finley Sr. , President of National Action Network Bay Area, an organization founded by the Reverend Al Sharpton. Troy has a passion for addressing the needs and concerns for African Americans including areas like generational wealth, financial literacy, and assistance for military veterans.
eddrickshow #alsharpton #africanamerican #activism #politics #bayarea
My guest is Dr. Jon Mills, author of the timely new book End of the World: Civilization and its Fate. The book is warning about the dangerous precipice we find ourselves careening toward, and a call to action to take control of our own fate. Examining ominous existential risks and drawing on the psychological motivations, unconscious conflicts, and cultural complexes that drive human behavior and social relations, he offers fresh new perspectives on the looming fate of humanity based on a collective bystander disorder.
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My guest is actor, filmmaker, poet, writer, and motivational speaker Lamont Young. His new book of poetry, A GIFT FROM THE SOUL; AN EXPRESSION OF ART & VERSE is an enchanting look into the human condition through the use of poetic verses and original art. As an actor, Lamont has performed on stages in both Northern and Southern California and his performance in the powerful short film Blue Eye Shadow, has garnered best acting awards in multiple film festivals in the United States and globally. #eddrickshow #podcast #poetry
SUBSCRIBE!! My guest is author Anne M. Breedlove. She’s the author of the new book Part-Time Nomads: Traveling The World by Bicycle. Anne has a passion for art and history, and wrote her Master’s Thesis on American Women Printers in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth centuries. In addition to writing and performing, Anne now happily juggles her time between art, bicycling, gardening, and her grandchildren.
eddrickshow #bike #adventure #france
My guest is author and psychologist Gem C. Collie. She’s here to discuss her latest book, HIM – Prince Charming, The Narcissist In My Head. She’s also the author of the successful book The War In The Heavens, Breaking the Chains of Generational Curse. #eddrickshow #narcissist #relationship #novel #fiction
My guest is Bay Area artist, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur Keldamuzik. She’s known for her hit singles “Queen for A Night” and “Thirsty” which are both on her album, Diva TV. Her music has been featured on MTV’s “Real World” and Oxygen channel’s “Bad Girls Club”. Keldamuzik’s podcast “Diva Talk Podcast,” streams on iHeartRadio. #eddrickshow #keldamuzik #bayarea
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My guest is Dr. Saqib Qureshi, author of the new book Being Muslim Today: Reclaiming the Faith from Orthodoxy and Islamophobia. Dr. Qureshi is a Fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science and his work has been featured in the Financial Times, the Wall Street Journal, and Entrepreneur. He’s also produced two films including the 1996, BBC One documentary, Al Dawaah, the first television documentary about the Muslim community in any Western country.
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My guest is documentary filmmaker Cheryl Fabio. Her latest film A Rising Tide shines a spotlight on the issue of homelessness in Oakland California and Alameda County with an emphasis on the impact it has on women and children of color. Cheryl is also the executive director of the Sara Webster Fabio Center for Social Justice, which aims to elevate and support black voices in the areas of art, social justice, and community building.
https://arisingtidemovie.com
eddrickshow #oakland #documentary #homeless #poverty #housing
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My guest is Dr. Beth Kurland. She’s the author of the new book You Don't Have to Change to Change Everything: Six Ways to Shift Your Vantage Point, Stop Striving for Happy, and Find True Well-Being. Dr. Kurland is a clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience and the author of three previous books on mindfulness, stress reduction, and well-being.
https://bethkurland.com/
#eddrickshow #selfimprovement #selfhelp #wellness #happy #happiness
Subscribe to The Eddrick Show! My guests are Ann Dukes, Commodore, and Carol Whitehead, Past Commodore, of The Ebony Boat Club in Stockton, CA. The Ebony Boat Club was established in 1987 and is one of a handful of African American Boat Clubs in the United States.
https://ebonyboatclub1987.com/
#eddrickshow #boating #yacht #stocktonca #california #scholarship #blackhistory #juneteenth
My guest is director, writer, and producer Heidi Hutner. Her documentary, RADIOACTIVE: The Women of Three Mile Island, uncovers the never-before-told stories of four homemakers who take their local community's case against the plant operator all the way to the Supreme Court.
https://radioactivethefilm.com/
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My guest is Khefri Riley Co-Founder of Frontline Doulas, a statewide organization in California dedicated to providing black families with non-medical professional perinatal services.
#eddrickshow #womenshealth #pregnancy #blackbabies #postpartum #doula
My guest is Carl Unegbu, author of Comedy Goes to Court: When People Stop Laughing and Start Fighting. His comprehensive book is a guide to help comedians become aware of ways to avert lawsuits and legal entanglements. Subscribe to The Eddrick Show! #eddrickshow #comedyvideo #comedy
My guest is Malia C. Lazu, author of the new book From Intention to Impact – A Practical Guide to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Malia is an award-winning, tenured strategist in diversity and inclusion and a lecturer in Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management at the MIT Sloan School of Management. She’s also a former Executive Vice President Regional President of Berkshire Bank. #eddrickshow
Jade Stevens, the President of the 40 Acre Conservation League in Northern California, is my guest. The nonprofit organization, led by Black individuals, focuses on conserving land to promote a stronger connection between humans and nature. Its main goal is to garner increased support from the community for the protection of these lands. #eddrickshow #environment #outdoors
Julie Farnam discusses her new book Domestic Darkness: An Insider's Account of the January 6th Insurrection.
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My guest is Dr. Stephen M. Cohn, author of the new book All Bleeding Stops; Life and Death in the Trauma Unit. The book is intimate look at what goes on inside a trauma center. Dr. Cohn is a former surgeon in the U.S. Army Medical Corp in Desert Storm, past Division Chief of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care at Yale University School of Medicine, past Medical Director of the Ryder Trauma Center in Miami, past Chairman of the Department of Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center, and current practitioner in New York City.
eddrickshow #traumasurgery #trauma #mayoclinic #funk #funkmusic #surgeon #drama
My guest is multi-talented artist Darian Sanders! He stars as Simba in the National Tour of The Lion King, currently performing at the Orpheum Theater in San Francisco. Darian's remarkable skills have also led him to be part of stage productions like A Chorus Line, Dreamgirls, and Jesus Christ Superstar.
eddrickshow #lionking #lion #disney #simba #lions #thelionking #hakunamatata #mufasa #broadway
Renowned filmmaker, producer, and director Marc Levin joins me to discuss about his latest documentary "ITS BASIC." This thought-provoking film delves into pilot initiatives that provide guaranteed income and highlights the individuals who are benefiting from these programs across the United States. "ITS BASIC" has been featured at prestigious film festivals, including the Tribeca Film Festival in 2023. Marc is also the creative force behind Blowback Productions, an incredibly productive production company that has produced over 30 films since 1988. Their work has earned them esteemed recognition such as the Emmy, DuPont, Pebody, and Cable Aces awards.
https://www.itsbasicdocumentary.com/
eddrickshow #poverty #endpoverty #fightpoverty #endpovertynow #documentary #film #povertysolutions #povertygram
My guests are Greg Glasgow and Kathryn Mayer, authors of the new book Disneyland on the Mountain – Walt, the Environmentalists, and the Ski Resort That Never Was. The book tells the fascinating story of Disney’s vision for a mountain ski resort in California and the intense opposition to its development.
https://disneylandonthemountain.com/
eddrickshow #disney #disneyland #sierraclub #skiresort #snowboarding #california #enviornmentalist #waltdisney
Fabrice Delaye, a renowned journalist in the realm of science and technology, is my guest. He is the author of an engaging book, The Medical Revolution of Messenger RNA. The book unravels the intriguing journey of Messenger RNA development and its profound worldwide impact on the development of life-saving vaccines.
eddrickshow #mRNA #mRNAbasedvaccines #mRNATechnology #mRNABiotech
mRNAdrugdelivery #mRNAdiscovery #mRNAbasedtherapies #mRNAClinicaltrials
mRNAResearch #mRNAScience
My guest is writer, producer, and performer Ashley Smiley. Ashley is the Program Director at Bayview Opera House in San Francisco and she’s a resident artist of Magic Theatre, also in San Francisco. Her new play, Dirty White Teslas make Me Sad will debut at the Magic Theatre in February of 2024. Ashley is one of the most important voices in the Bay Area arts community.https://www.instagram.com/bvoperahouse/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/smileyfromthesco/?hl=en#eddrickshow #blackwomenplaywrights #blackwomenintheatre #womenplaywrights #art #theatre #creativity #sanfrancisco #DirtyWhiteTeslasMakeMeSad #bayarea #zoom #2024 #thearts #fineart #director #tesla
My guest is La Viola Ward-Tofani, author and experienced mental health clinician. She advocates for mindfulness and self-care while reducing stigmas associated with mental illness, especially in communities of color. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming holidays, their potential impact on mental health, and tools for a wonderful and safe holiday season.
https://amazon.com/author/laviola
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My guest is Dr. Benjamin Lewin, author of the new book Inside Science: Revolution in Biology and it's Impact. Dr. Lewin is a molecular biologist and the founding editor of the scientific journal CELL, which is recognized as the world’s leading journal in biology. He's also the author of the textbook GENES, which is considered to be one of the most influential textbooks on molecular biology. Dr. Lewin is a Fellow of the Royal Society and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. https://www.cshlpress.com/default.tpl?action=full&--eqskudatarq=1374 #eddrickshow #molecularbiology #biology #science #biotechnology #microbiology #biochemistry #cellbiology #genetics #biotech #research #biologystudent #dna #scientist #microbiologist #laboratory #lab #biotechnologist #chemistry #medicine #biologymemes #biotechnologystudent #immunology #biologyteacher #medical #cellularbiology #lifescience #biomedicalscience #mcat #bioinformatics #biologynotes
My guest is Judith L. Pearson, author of the new book CRUSADE TO HEAL AMERICA, THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF MARY LASKER. Judith’s book tells the story of one of the most important figures in the history of fundraising and medical research in the fight to eradicate cancerhttps://judithlpearson.com #eddrickshow #fightcancer #cancer #cancersucks #cancerawareness #breastcancer #cancerfighter #cancersurvivor #beatcancer #cancerwarrior #breastcancerawareness #cancerresearch #standuptocancer #breastcancerwarrior
My guest is Dr. Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, author of the new book Diversity Dividend, The Transformational Power of Small Changes to Debias Your Company. Dr. Cecchi-Dimeglio is a leading authority on Diveristy, Equity, and Inclusion and she’s advised some of the largest for-profit and non-profit companies in the world. She holds dual appointments at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government and Harvard Law School where she serves as faculty chair of the Executive Leadership Research Initiative for Women and Minority Attorneys. https://www.paolacecchidimeglio.com/ #eddrickshow #diversityequityinclusion #diversityandinclusion #diversity #diversitymatters #inclusion #inclusionmatters #representationmatters #equality #leadership #equity #harvardlaw #harvard #harvarduniversity #fortune500 #workforcedevelopment #womenempowerment
My guests are Lawrance Johnson and his daughter Lauran Johnson. They are the owners of Black Diamond Exclusive, one of the premier transportation concierge services in Solano County and Napa Valley California. https://www.instagram.com/blackdiamondxl/ #eddrickshow #blackbusiness #blackexcellence #supportblackbusiness #fatherdaughter #blackentrepreneurs #napavalley
My guest is award winning writer, producer, and director Damon Jamal. His latest film, SURVIVAL, starring Elise Neal, Demetrius Grosse, and Dylan McNamara, is an intense thriller which sheds light on the problem of neglect and the perceived lack of importance when black people are the victims of crimes. https://inyofacefilm.com/ #eddrickshow #thrillermovies #oakland #appletv #primevideo #blackcinema #blackfilmmakers #actionmovies
My guest is Hip Hop artist Mr. Hooper (formerly known as Crazy Ballhead). He’s an award winning independent rap artist, poet, writer, filmmaker, and music producer based in Sacramento, CA. His latest video "Center of Turin" took home the Best Soundtrack award at this Summer's Sacramento International Film Festival. https://mrhoopersmusic.com/ #eddrickshow #sacramentofilmfestival #hiphop #hiphopmusic #turin
My guest is David Herrera, Artistic Director and Choreographer of the David Hererra Performance Company in San Francisco. He’s here to discuss their upcoming performance of Órale! a partnership of music and dance featuring the live music of Chicano living legend El Vez. Órale! Runs September 7th – 9th at Z Space in San Francisco. http://www.zspace.org/ https://www.dhperformance.org/ https://www.elvez.net/ #eddrickshow #latindance #latinmusic #sanfrancisco #bayarea #choreography #dance #oralequechiquito #spanglish #latinoculture #latinopride #latinoart #latinxmusic #latinxart #latinx #latinxcreatives
My guest is award winning short filmmaker Sam Solomon. His film, My Little Caregiver, won the award for Outstanding Dramatic Short at the 2023 Micheaux Film Festival held this summer in Los Angeles. Sam is also a talented actor, dancer, and the author of i guess i am lonely…, his first self-published collection of poetry and prose. https://www.instagram.com/solomonsgame/ https://www.instagram.com/mylittlecaregiver/ #eddrickshow #micheauxfilmfestival #mylittlecaregiver #shortfilm #losangeles
My guest is author, coach, and playwright Cassandra J. Howard. She’s here to discuss her book, A Guide for Black Women to Break the Generational Curse: Letters From Your Black Boys: Mama, Please Hear My Plea!https://www.findingvoicesacademy.com/ #eddrickshow #blackboys #education #communicationskillstraining #blackrelationships #blackmothers
Author Gem C. Collie discusses her latest book The War in the Heavens: Breaking the Chain of Generational Curses.https://www.instagram.com/gembouks_llc/ #eddrickshow #generationaltrauma #inheritedtrauma #passeddowntrauma #healingfromtrauma #breakingthecycle #healingthefamilytree #traumainformed #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #healing #selfcare #survivor #hope #strength
My guest is internationally renowned designer and author Manuel Lima. He’s here to discuss his latest book THE NEW DESIGNER: REJECTING MYTHS, EMBRACING CHANGE. Manuel was named “one of the 50 most creative and influential minds” by Creativity magazine and he is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. He’s been featured in Wired magazine, the New York Times, BusinessWeek, Forbes, and El País. Manuel has over fifteen years of experience designing digital experiences and leading product teams at such companies as Google, Microsoft, and Nokia. https://www.mslima.com/http://www.visualcomplexity.com/vc/#eddrickshow #industrialdesign #futuredesign #design #mitpress #ethicaldesign #sustainabledesign #sociallyresponsibledesign #inclusivedesign #humancentereddesign
My guest is Loretta Chao. Loretta is the VP of Strategy & Startups at the American Journalism Project. She’s here to discuss the results of American Journalism Project's recent survey regarding the current state of local news. The survey also engaged participants about their needs for local news and solicited their ideas on methods to gain access to local news. https://www.theajp.org/#localnews #eddrickshow #localnewsmatters
My guest is author, pastor, and former professional wrestler Dr. Chris Whaley. Dr. Whaley is the author of the novel “The Masked Saint: Husband, Pastor…Hero” which was inspired by true events from his life experiences and adapted into a major motion picture.https://themaskedsaint.com/ #eddrickshow #prowrestling #maskedwrestlers
My guest is Essex Cook. Essex is the Executive Director of Vallejo’s Boys and Girls Empowerment Group in Vallejo, CA as well as an actor and videographer. He was recently appointed to the Recreation, Parks, Marina, and Arts Commission in Suisun City, CA. https://www.instagram.com/essexcook #eddrickshow #iartsuisun #suisuncity #vallejo #nbc #dronevideo #solanocounty
Episode 3 of our series Black History in Progress. My guest is William K. Wesley, author of Full Life Balance: How To Live Better Every Day. The book explores the five keys to living and sustaining a good life. William is also a motivational speaker and former Adjunct Professor of Business at Golden Gate University in San Francisco, California. https://www.fulllifebalance.com #eddrickshow #juneteenth #theeddrickshow #balancedlife #balancedlifestyle #thebalancedlife #abalancedlife #balancedlifestyleliving #healthybalancedlife #healthybalancedlifestyle #liveabalancedlife #livingabalancedlife #happybalancedlife #balance #fitness #yoga #healthylifestyle #selfcare #meditation #selflove #loveyourself #wellness #inspiration #worklifebalance #fitnesslifebalance #spirituallifebalance #mentalhealthbalance #emotionalbalance
My guest is author and musician Cliff Beach. Cliff is the author of the recently released book, Side Hustle & Flow 10 Principles to Live and Lead a More Productive Life in Less Time. The book provides a roadmap to developing your side hustle and offers insights on how you can prepare to become more fulfilled in your life’s journey. Cliff is also a talented musician and his independent EP Who The Funk is Cliff Beach? was nominated for three L.A. Music Awards.https://sidehustleandflow.net#eddrickshow #sidehustle #sidehustleideas #cliffbeachmusic #funk #funkmusic #hustle #entrepreneur #business #smallbusiness #startup #motivation #inspiration #workfromhome #goals #losangelesmusic #lamusic #lamusicscene #losangelesmusician #lamusician #americanidol
My guest is Margo Hall. Margo is an award-winning actor, director, and she is the Artistic Director of the Lorraine Hansberry Theatre in San Francisco. She’s here to talk about the world premiere of IN THE EVENING BY THE MOONLIGHT a new play, written by Traci Tolmaire, which celebrates the legacy of American playwright, artist, and activist Lorraine Hansberry. IN THE EVENING BY THE MOONLIGHT will run at the Young Performers Theater in the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture in San Francisco from June 15 - July 2, 2023. https://www.lhtsf.org #eddrickshow #blacktheaterbayarea #blacktheatre #jamesbaldwin #lorrainehansberry #blackcreativesbayarea #blackartbayarea #ninasimone
My guest is Dr. Ahmad Garrett-Price, Founder and President of GP Health, a proactive and preventative health practice platform focused on prevention and lifestyle modification. Dr. Garrett- Price has been at the forefront of developing and piloting some of the first system-wide virtual health offerings and leading the first membership- based hybrid Direct Care Model for the largest nonprofit health system in Texas. He’s passionate about constructive innovation and forging a proactive and preventative approach which can be more sustainable to health and well-being. https://www.drgp.health/ #eddrickshow #HealthcareInnovation #HealthcareTech #DigitalHealth #mHealth #Telehealth #BlackMensHealth #AAMensHealth #BlackHealth #AfricanAmericanHealth #MensHealth #Health #Wellness #Fitness #Prevention #Awareness #blackdoctors #BlackDoctor #BlackDoctors #BlackInMedicine #BlackHealth #AfricanAmericanDoctor #AfricanAmericanDoctors #BlackMenInMedicine #kaiserpermanente #morehousecollege
My guest is producer and director Dru Holley. His upcoming PBS documentary, Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting On Two Fronts, recounts the complicated legacy of African American soldiers who sought a better life in the United States Army after the Civil War.https://www.blackbaldfilms.com/#eddrickshow #buffalosoldiers #buffalosoldierspbs #Juneteenth #LocalUSA #blackbaldfilms
My guest is CA Assemblywoman Lori Wilson who represents District 11. In August of 2022 she was elected as chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus and she served as Mayor of Suisun City, CA from 2018 until 2022. https://a11.asmdc.org/ #eddrickshow #californialegislature #blackwomeninpolitics
My guest is award winning artist Mark Harris who discusses the upcoming art exhibition INVINCIBLE BLACK SOUL: The Art of Bearing Witness which explores the work and legacy of James Baldwin. The exhibition runs May 19th - July 8th, 2023 at the San Francisco Arts Commission Main Gallery. https://www.artofmarkharris.com/ #theeddrickshow #eddrickshow #jamesbaldwin #blackhistory #sanfranciscoartscommission #blackexcellence #sanfrancisco #sanfranciscobayarea #blackart
Black History in Progress. Our guest for episode 2 is Dr. Yeremiyah Ben Yisrael. Dr Yisrael is a board-certified Naturopathic doctor specializing in the treatment of various chronic illnesses. Dr. Yisrael is also the author of the best selling book series A Journey Within: Becoming Better Mind Body and Spirit. http://tinyurl.com/drbenseries #theeddrickshow #africanamericanhealth #africanamericanhealthcare #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathicmedicine
My guest is parent, author, and economist Nate Hilger. He is the author of the new book The Parent Trap – How to Stop Overloading Parents and Fix our Inequality Crisis. In 2020 he served as a lead policy consultant on early childhood and non-K12 child development issues for Pete Buttigieg’s presidential campaign. His academic research on child development and inequality has been published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics and other leading peer-reviewed journals. https://www.natehilger.com/ #eddrickshow #parentingtips #parenting #parenthood #momlife #parentinglife #childhooddevelopment #inequality #earlychildhooddevelopment #natehilger #familycare #parentsupport #parentingtips #petebuttigieg
My guest is Solano County Supervisor Wanda Williams. Supervisor Williams was elected in November to represent District 3 after serving for four years as a member of the Suisun City Council in Suisun City California. Her successful campaign platform of addressing homelessness, affordable housing, increasing access to the internet, and support for local businesses garnered 59% of the vote. Supervisor Williams is an advocate for racial justice she’s dedicated to improving the quality of life for all residents of Solano County. https://bit.ly/3MXvaqL https://bit.ly/41qErMA #blackwomeninpolitics #solanocounty #suisuncity #unitedstatesairforce #californiaagriculture #theeddrickshow #eddrickshow #homelessness
My guests are Akwasi Owusu-Bempah and Tahira Rehmatullah, authors of the new book "Waiting to Inhale – Cannabis Legalization and the Fight for Social Justice". https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262047685/waiting-to-inhale/ #eddrickshow #Decriminalization #legalization #expungement #massachusettsinstituteoftechnology #cannabiseducation #cannabiseducation #warondrugs #marijuananews #weed #cannabisdispensary #cannabispodcast
During our “Black History in Progress” series we will interview community members to find out what historical impact they are making throughout the year. Our first guest is Dr. Terence Elliot who is dedicated to uplifting and liberating people by instilling the importance of education through community involvement. His recent books—Spirit, Rhythm, and Story: Community Building and Healing through Song, involves the power of music and music therapy toward healing communities. https://sekhmetcommunity.com/ola/services/sound-healing-workshop-1#eddrickshow #blackhistory #drumcircle #soundtherapy #soundhealing #soundmeditation
My guest is Lauren Kay Johnson, author of the new memoir The Fine Art of Camouflage. The book chronicles Lauren’s experiences as a second generation female soldier and documents the challenges and obstacles she faced while being deployed in post 9/11 Afghanistan. In addition to being a talented author, Lauren also works for IGNITE Worldwide, a non-profit which seeks to address the gender imbalance in STEM fields. https://laurenkayjohnson.com/ https://www.igniteworldwide.org/ #theeddrickshow #militarygirl #military #militarylife #militarywomen #armystrong #womeninuniform #armygirl #militarygirls #camouflage #womenincombat #womeninthemilitary #militaryfamily #airforce #army #navy #military #f #marines #aviation #usaf #coastguard #aircraft #veteran #usa #airmax #afghanistanwar #laurenkayjohnson #deployment #militaryservice
My guest is Terry James, also know as Your Mortgage Guy! Terry is a licensed Mortgage Loan Officer located in Solano County in No. California. He has more than fifteen years of experience as a loan officer and uses his platform to educate his community on homeownership. In addition to be certified in home renovations and home building, Terry also strongly believes in giving back and supporting the community in a variety of ways. https://terryjamesyourmortgageguy.com/ #theeddrickshow #homeloan #mortgage #realestate #loan #refinance #homeloans #finance #loanofficer #mortgagebroker #loans #realtor #firsttimehomebuyer #personalloan #home #mortgagelender #investment #mortgages #realestateagent #homebuying #calhfa #blackrealestate #homeloantips #mortgagetips
My guest is Adele Bertei, author of her new memoir Twist: An American Girl. The book chronicles her formative years as a teenager and young adult as she navigated the minefields of poverty, race, sexuality, and gender during the late 60’s and early 70’s. Adele is an accomplished musician, songwriter, and she’s recorded and performed for artists such as Culture Club, Whitney Houston, and Thomas Dolby. https://www.adelebertei.com/ #theeddrickshow #adelebertei #thomasdolby #americanelegy #labelle #pattilabelle #pattismith #rudeboy #sexuality #glamrock #davidbowie #rockstar #womenrock #womensongwriters #motown #blackmusic #fostercare #trauma #pattismith #joanjett #chrissiehynde
My guest is Tara Ison, author of the new novel “At the Hour Between Dog and Wolf”. It's a hauntingly beautiful novel about identity and shows how a vulnerable mind can be tragically reshaped under the influence of extremist ideologies. Tara is a two time recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Creative Writing Fellowship and her previous novel Rockaway was featured as one of the best books of the summer in O, The Oprah Magazine.
https://taraison.com/ #theeddrickshow #oprahmagazine #peoplemagazine #nationalendowmentforthearts #frenchhistory #worldwarii #wwiihistory #army #germany #wehrmacht #warhistory #facism #resistance #occupiedfrance #ww #wwii #history #worldwar #military #secondworldwar #worldwartwo #worldwartwofiction
My guest is Dee Johnson, Founder and Executive Director of Lend A Hand Foundation based in Oakland, CA. The Lend A Hand Foundation (LAHF) is now in its 26th year of service. LAHF is widely known for providing underserved students with educational tools and families with their basic needs. The school supply distribution started in 1999 and to date, the organization has provided over 133,000 kits to children and youth in Oakland/Alameda County. https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/
theeddrickshow #nonprofit #charity #donate #community #nonprofitorganization #volunteer #giveback #love #education #support #fundraising #socialgood #covid #dogood #ngo #givingback #philanthropy #change #fundraiser #help #makeadifference #donation #children #hope #instagood #donations #causes #volunteering #nonprofits #mentalhealth
On March 4th members of the famed Gee’s Bend Quilters Collective will give a lecture as part of The Barbara Lee & Elihu Harris Lecture series, which will be followed by a month-long exhibit of more than 30 quilts at the Joyce Gordon Gallery in Oakland. My guests are the Honorable Elihu Harris, former two term Mayor of Oakland and the Presiding Chair of the Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Center in Oakland, CA. I’m also joined by Dr. Roy Wilson, the Executive Director of the Martin Luther King Freedom Jr. Center and I’m honored to be joined by Ms. China Pettway, Master Quilter from the Gee’s Bend Quilters Collective in Gees Bend, Alabama. https://mlkfreedomcenter.org/barbara-...
theeddrickshow #quilting #africanamericanhistory #africanamericanart
My guest is Algernon Austin the Director for Race and Economic Justice at the Center for Economic and Policy Research in Washington D.C.. Algernon has conducted research and written extensively on issues of race and economic inequality for over 20 years. He’s here to discuss his latest report, “Black Women’s Views on Black Men’s Rate of Joblessness” and how published unemployment data does not reflect the reality of unemployment in the black community.
https://cepr.net/ #theeddrickshow #blackunemployment #economicpolicy #blackeconomicpolicy #blackfamilies #bureauoflaborstatistics #EconomicJustice #naacp #unemployment #blackeconomics #federalreserve #personalincome #jobsreport
My guest is Bob Delaney. Bob is the author of the new book, Heroes are Human – Lessons in Resilience, Courage, and Wisdom from the COVID Front Lines. Bob has had successful careers in a variety of interesting fields. In the 1970s he worked as a New Jersey State Trooper and went undercover for three years infiltrating the Mafia which led to prosecution of some of the most notorious Mafia figures. Following that, he transitioned to a successful twenty-five-year career as a top NBA official working several playoff and NBA Finals games and was the winner of the 2014 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Mannie Jackson Human Spirit Award. He is an internationally recognized expert on post-traumatic stress and his contributions to PTS awareness and support to military officials and their families have been recognized with many honors and proclamations, including the U.S. Army Outstanding Civilian Service Medal in 2011. More recently, he has become deeply involved with the prestigious Harvard Global Mental Health initiative, which focuses on traumas and psychological burdens experienced throughout the world. https://www.delaneyconsultants.com/ #theeddrickshow #healthcareheroes #firstresponders #healthcareworkers #ptsdsupport #ptsd #ptsdawareness #nbaontnt #nbatv #nbareferees
My guest is the Hon. Princess Washington, Mayor Pro Tem and City Council Member of Suisun City, CA. Councilwoman Washington received the highest vote total of all candidates in the last election and she ran on a winning platform of Public Safety, Inclusion, Beautification, and Improving the Local Economy. She’s also an accomplished actor and graduate of Solano College’s ATP Conservatory and a 2022 Theatre Bay Area RHE Foundation artistic fellowship nominee. Councilwoman Washington currently serves as trustee for The Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary, which is the largest black catholic organization in the world and her community work includes leadership positions with the Fairfield Suisun Rotary Club, Salvation Army of Solano County, and chair of the Solano County Sierra Club. http://bit.ly/3jqYfPi #theeddrickshow #iartsuisun #suisuncityca #africanamericanelectedofficials #bwopa #solanocollegetheatre #solanocommunitycollege #blackwomeninpolitics #theaterbayarea #theatrebayarea #blackhistorymonth #sierraclub #blackcatholics
My guest is Frances Jones. Frances is the author of Overcoming The Emotional Stigma of Infertility: Barren, But not Ashamed, which tells the story of the negativity she experienced during her 20-year battle with infertility. Frances writes about how she was able to become free from those negative emotions, found peace with not being able to have children, and stopped infertility from controlling her life. Frances is also the founder of Heart Desires Fulfillment Coaching and she’s an iPEC Certified Professional Coach.
https://www.heartdesirescoaching.com/ #theeddrickshow #infertility #heartdesirescoaching #ivf #fertility #ttc #infertilityawareness #pcos #ivfjourney #ttccommunity #pregnancy #infertilitysucks #endometriosis #infertilityjourney #ttc #infertilitysupport #miscarriage #in #infertilitywarrior #iui #womenshealth #ivfsupport #ivfwarrior #health #ivfcommunity #baby #ttcsupport #icsi #fibroids #fertilityawareness
My guest is Dr. David Alfery, author of the new book Saving Grace – What Patients Teach Their Doctors about Life, Death, and the Balance in Between. Dr. Alfery is a retired Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologist and spent thirty six years in private practice. During his tenure he served as President of the Tennessee State Society of Anesthesiologists and was a founding member of The Anesthesia Medical Group, one of the largest anesthesia practices in the United States. Dr. Alfery has been awarded seventeen patents for anesthesia medical devices.
https://savinggracebook.com/
theeddrickshow #doctor #medicine #medical #health #nurse #hospital #doctors #healthcare #surgery #medicalstudent #medico #surgeon #medstudent #medschool #dentist #love #medicina #medicalschool #physician #anatomy #bhfyp #science #futuredoctor #medlife #anesthesiologist #anesthesia #kaiserpermanente
My guest is Gerry Dove, creator and host of the online show "I Remember That Song!" also known as "IRTS! Live". The show features Gerry and his friends talking about classic music with legendary R & B and hip hop artists. Gerry is a 20-year veteran of the entertainment industry and was a longtime fixture in radio in the San Francisco Bay Area. Gerry is also the owner of Gdove Designs and he’s known for his expertise in gentleman’s fashion. https://www.youtube.com/@UCbA0yfQew6GSIoRs65B_z_g https://www.gdovedesigns.com/
theeddrickshow #rnbsoul #rnb #rnbmusic #rnbsinger #music #rnbartist #rnblovers #srnb #soulmusic #hiphop #soul #rnbjunkie #s #singer #smusic #newmusic #rnbbeats #grownfolksmusic #realrnb #explorepage #rnbvibes #rnbmusiclovers #goodmusic #rnbsingers #rnbclassics #rnbass #neosoul #oldschoolrnb #classicrnb #rnbbeat
I continue my series with independent filmmakers. My guest is filmmaker Jason Wolos. Jason is a talented writer, director, and producer who has worked on the films Trattoria, Girl in Golden Gate Park, and The Deep Sky. He’s also skilled at shooting and editing films as well. We discuss his work as a filmmaker, the market for short films, and the San Francisco Short Film Festival.
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2014535/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
theeddrickshow #shortfilms #shortfilm #film #filmfestival #filmmaking #shortfilmfestival #filmmaker #indiefilm #cinema #shortfilmmaking #actor #movies #filmmakers #films #director #shortfilmshoot #shortfilmmakers #cinematography #movie #filmfestivals #indiefilmmaking #independentfilm #shortfilmproject #filmproduction #shortfilmfest #photography #actress #shortfilmmaker #shortfilmcontest #art
My guest is author and recent college graduate Christian Feraria. His new book, “The Mediocre Students Guide to Graduating College”, offers a guide for struggling and unmotivated students including advice on the college selection process, how to pick a major, and other important topics of college life. https://amzn.to/3Wqaqdz #theeddrickshow #college #university #collegelife #student #school #students #studentlife #study #motivation #collegestudent #collegegraduation #collegeadvice #worldtravel #exchangestudent
My guest is James Moore, CEO of The African American Business Exchange. We discuss the return of the Holiday Christmas & Kwanzaa Gift show taking place at the Oakland Marriott in Oakland, CA on November 26th and 27th. http://thebayareagiftshow.com/ #theeddrickshow #kwanzaa #christmas #oakland #hanukkah #umoja #holidays
My guest is Bay Area rapper, producer, and performer Excalibur. With a passion for authenticity and a willingness to stand out Excalibur delivers a range of sounds and messages through his music. A true artist at heart, he wants nothing more than to make music that speaks to those in pain, uplifts the lost and he is always true to himself. Excalibur was also recently named as the first Poet Laureate in the history of Suisun City, CA. https://allmylinks.com/excalibur707 #theeddrickshow #bayareahiphop #westcoasthiphop #undergroundhiphop #suisuncity #poetlaureate #bayareamusic #upcomingartist #unsignedartist #spokenword #poetry #newrapper #hiphopmusic #hiphopculture
My guest is artist Travis Prince. Travis is a self-taught artist who uses his gift to create works that spark conversations on the beauty of being human. His art focuses on education and social issues and the intricate relationships within the black community. His thought provoking series of paintings titled “The Reader” is currently on exhibition at the Everheart Museum in Scranton PA. Travis is also the host of the YouTube series “Painting with the Prince Art & Education” which features his interviews with contemporary artists and offers opportunities to observe and interact with Travis in real time while he works on his paintings. https://everhart-museum.org/future-ex... #theeddrickshow #travisprince #blackartist #blackartists #modernart #supportblackartists #supportblackarts #blackcreators #scranton #blackliterature #blackculture #hiphopculture
My guest is Dr. Jay Baruch. Dr. Baruch is the author of the new book Tornado of Life, A Doctor’s Journey Through Constraints and Creativity in the ER. A profoundly human book, Tornado of Life is poised to change the way we view doctors, illness, and the “emotional and moral contact sport” that is emergency medicine. Dr. Baruch is currently a practicing emergency room physician and professor of Emergency Medicine at Brown University’s Alpert Medical School. https://www.jaybaruch.com/ #theeddrickshow #emergencymedicine #emergencyroom #emergencymedicalservices #brownuniversity #physician #physicianburnout #compassion #safetynet #hospitals
My guest is Frank Grimsley II. Frank is a member of the Kappa Omicron Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity in Northern California. Frank discusses the upcoming Beautillion Scholarship Program which is currently seeking applicants for its 2023 session. https://www.kol1906.net/beautillion-2... #theeddrickshow #alphaphialpha #divinenine
My guest today is Deanna Hurn, Founder and CEO of Miracle Math Learning Center in Fairfield, CA. Her innovative approach to improving the math skills of her students has garnered nationwide recognition. Earlier this year she was named as one of the top 100 visionaries in the world in the field of education. Deanna discusses her Brain Based Learning curriculum as well as her personal journey towards her successful career. https://miraclemathcoaching.com/
#theeddrickshow #edtech #education #teaching #edreform #elearning #mathtutoring #mathtutor #globaleducation #stem #deannahurn #miraclemath #distancelearning #edchat #futurelearning #globallearning #edutwitter #schoolbytes
My guest is Ty Burr. Ty is a veteran film critic and former pop culture columnist for The Boston Globe. Ty was a senior writer and editor for Entertainment Weekly. He’s the author of the critically acclaimed books “Gods Like Us: On Movie Stardom and Fame" and "The Best Old Movies for Families". In 2017, Ty was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Criticism. Ty currently writes “Ty Burr’s Watch List”, a popular e-newsletter for movie and TV show recommendations. https://tyburrswatchlist.substack.com/
theeddrickshow #moviereview #movies #filmreview #cinema #moviereviews #films #movienight #cinephile #moviescenes #netflix #movielover #moviebuff #filmcritic #filmreviews #movierecommendation #moviecritic #hollywood #cinematography #torontointernationalfilmfestival #academyawards #substack #oscarbuzz #bostonglobe #telluridefilmfestival #vancouverinternationalfilmfestaval #sundancefilmfestival #cannesfilmfestival
I continue my series on independent filmmakers and my guest is Keisha Boston Gallagher. Keisha is a talented actor, screenwriter, director, and producer. She wrote and directed the award winning short film "Hard Sale" and she is currently in pre-production of her new project "The Blues". https://www.instagram.com/keishaboston/?hl=en
#theeddrickshow #supportblackfilmmakers #supportshortfilms #shortfilm #film #filmmaking #filmmaker #filmfestival #director #indiefilm #shortfilms #movies #art #filmmakers #filmproduction #shortfilmfestival #films #independentfilm
My guests are Liz Ogbu, Activist & Spatial Designer, and Kristin Damrow, Artistic Director of Kristin Damrow & Company. They are here to discuss their latest collaboration, Intentional Shift, which is a nomadic site-specific performance and artist focus group series that brings closure to the Bayview Hunters Point program NOW Hunters Point in San Francisco. http://nowhunterspoint.org/intentional-shift/ #theeddrickshow #contemporarydance #BayviewHuntersPoint
Coach Ray Scott was part of the early wave of Black NBA players like Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain who literally changed how the game of professional basketball is played and perceived. As coach of the Detroit Pistons he was named Coach of The Year in1974. Coach Scott is the author of the new book "The NBA in Black & White - The memoir of a Trailblazing NBA Player and Coach" which chronicles his historic time as a player and coach in the NBA.
https://amzn.to/3eetycS #theedrickshow #nba #nbahistory #basketball #nbabasketball #nbahighlights #lebronjames #nbaplayoffs #nbaedits #nbadraft #nbakicks #nbanews #nbastyle #detroitpistons #coachrayscott #wiltchamberlin #oscarrobertson #billrussell #aba #baltimorebullets #arethafranklin #muhammadali
My guest is Robert Hancock. Robert has a very interesting personal story to share. He recently retired as a transit operator in Northern California. He is a survivor of gun violence and he’s been able to overcome significant health challenges with diabetes, depression, and anxiety. Along his journey he has become a certified personal trainer and is a strong advocate for Men’s health and wellness, particularly for African American Men. https://www.roberthancock.org/ #theeddrickshow #blackhealth #blackhealthmatters #blackmentalhealth #blackmen #blackwellness #blackmenshealth #publictransportation #gunviolenceawareness #endgunviolence #momsdemandaction #stoptheviolence #gunviolenceprevention #breakthepattern #gunviolencesurvivor
My guest is Eric Brown of Brown Brothers Realty in Fairfield, California. Eric’s mission is serving communities of color with the education and tools to achieve homeownership. Eric is also the Vice President of ReGen Housing which is committed to addressing the need for affordable housing in California. https://bbrfairfield.com/ https://www.regenhousing.com/
theeddrickshow #youngblackhomeowners #blackhomeowners #homeownership #realtor #homebuying #realestateagent #firsttimehomebuyer #mortgage ##affordablehomes #tinyhouse #manufacturedhome #housingcrisis #accessorydwellingunits #affordablehousing
My guests are Dr. Ryland Gore and Pamela Ratliff who discuss the 11th Annual Virtual Conference on Breast Cancer & African Americans, sponsored by the Stanford Cancer Institute. Dr. Ryland Gore is a board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in breast surgical oncology in Atlanta, Georgia. Pamela Ratliff is Program Director of Educational Initiatives and Partnerships at the Stanford Cancer Institute’s Office of Cancer Health Equity and Community Engagement. http://tinyurl.com/2022BCAA https://www.rylandgoremd.com/ #breastcancer #breastcancerawareness #stanfordcancer #BlackFamCan #blackcancer #blackwomenrising #blackwomenbreastcancer #blackhealth #blackhealthmatters #blackwellness #theeddrickshow
Dr. Gail Myers returns to The Eddrick Show! Dr. Myers is a cultural anthropologist and the co-founder of Farms to Grow Incorporated based in Oakland California. She has been advocating for African America farmers for more than 20 years. She discusses the release of her new documentary film “Rhythms of the Land". "Rhythms of the Land" is a valentine to generations of black farmers in the United States from the enslavement period to the present. https://www.rhythmsoftheland.com/ https://www.farmstogrow.com/
Deon D. Price is a youth life skills coach and author with over twenty years of experience as a Youth Employment Development Specialist. He has dedicated most of his adult life to the field of youth and community service. Through his organization, This Youth Generation, he delivers motivational talks and workshops to parents, educators as well as students throughout California. He is also the author of the book, “Raised in Hell”, a non-fiction family dramedy about the humor and hardship of a dysfunction upbringing. https://www.deondprice.com/ https://www.instagram.com/deondprice/
Jordan Skipper is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and producer based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. Through his production company, Our Time Films, Jordan and his team of creatives have produced several award-winning short films. Jordan is also the founder of Skippy TV. https://www.skippytv.com/ https://www.watchourtimefilms.com/
Rashad and Shahidah Bell, owners of Envision Enterprises, are licensed financial professionals affiliated with World Financial Group. They discuss the critical importance of financial planning during times of economic uncertainty. The Bells also share advice on balancing family life with career and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Eddrick's interview with Mr. Paul Mooney. The interview was conducted on December 29th, 2010 for Viewpoint on More Public Radio in Oakland, CA. RIP Mr. Mooney.
Lamont Young is an award-winning actor, writer, and producer. You may have seen him as the Butcher on Nickelodeon’s Danger Force, in a national ad campaign for Etsy, or performing on stages in Northern/Southern California. He was recently named Best Actor in a New York IMDB qualifying event for his monologue in the award winning short film Blue Eye Shadow, which he also co-produced. .
Stefhen Bryan is a fearless artist who is not afraid of shining a spotlight on controversial issues or topics. His first book, the critically acclaimed “Black Passenger Yellow Cabs: A Memoir of Exile and Excess in Japan”, is an erotic auto/ethnographic memoir exploring the socio-psycho-sexual dynamics of modern-day Japan. Stefhen is also a talented playwright and actor. He wrote and starred in the autobiographical one man play “Doodu Boy – The Search for Love from Cesspool to Sushiland”. Stefhen performed the piece on stages all across the United States, including a run off-Broadway. In this episode we discuss his latest piece, the short film “River Mamma”, currently in pre-production. Stefhen once again dives headfirst into controversial subject matter that is compelling, frank, and necessary.
Melvin Adams is a much sought-after motivational speaker who has spoken to more than 3,000,000 young people during the past twenty years. His engaging style and compelling biography have allowed him to connect with young people and give them a hopeful and empowering message for their future. Through faith and hard work, Melvin was able to overcome a challenging upbringing in Houston Texas and he used basketball to become a two-time NCAA All American at San Jose Christian College. Melvin went on to play for the historic Harlem Globetrotters and ascended to the role of team captain for that legendary franchise.
Rev. Steve Pieters is a pastor, author, and psychologist. He’s lived with HIV/AIDS for more than 35 years. In 1985, he appeared on “Tammy’s House Party” hosted by the late Tammy Faye Baker. That interview was the first time an openly Gay man, who was suffering from AIDS, appeared on a televangelist’s platform. In the film, The Eyes of Tammy Faye Baker, their 1985 interview is recreated for an entire new audience to see. The impact of their interview is still being felt and a new generation of people will get to experience the cultural phenomenon that it became.
Aaron Sencil is Production Designer for the prestigious San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival. He has a long history of producing and directing award winning cultural arts performances. Aaron is known for bringing innovation, modern aesthetics, and stunning costume/visual effects to traditional dance. Aaron and his husband Vincent are also the creators of “VnA’s Gingy House” an annual whimsical, immersive holiday display in Suisun City, CA. More than 20,000 people visit their display each year.
Abra Lee is a world renowned horticulturist, author, and lecturer. Abra discusses her forthcoming book Conquer the Soil: Black America and the Untold Stories of Our Country's Gardeners, Farmers, and Growers. She also reflects her remarkable career in the world of gardening, horticulture, and landscaping.
La Viola Ward-Tofani is a wife, mother of two, and a self-proclaimed “foodie”. She is also a published author and vector illustrator with three children’s books and two coloring books currently available in over 15 countries. La Viola is an ardent mental health advocate. Her passion for mental health has led her to become a prolific speaker on the challenges of dealing with mental health. It is her passion to share humor and self-care through her writing & speaking, and to use her fun, foodie tales to spread joy to all!
Blanca Blanco is a talented author, model, producer, and award-winning actor. She’s appeared in dozens of theatrical projects over the years and she’s released her first book “BREAKING THE MOLD”. In the book, Blanca details her amazing journey from humble beginnings and her struggle overcoming the obstacles of racism, poverty, and abuse. Ultimately, she has been able to make the transition into the successful person she is today.
For more than 25 years Petri Hawkins-Byrd was a fixture on daytime television. From 1996 to 2021 he appeared in more than 7,000 episodes of the popular courtroom series Judge Judy. In late 2021 he was informed that he was not going to be included in a revamped version of the show, much to the chagrin of millions of fans around the world. However, Petri and his talented wife Makita Bond-Byrd, were fighting a much larger battle in real life. Makita was diagnosed with brain cancer and, praise god, underwent successful treatment earlier this year. The couple openly shares their journey together, as well as their unique perspective on life, on their YouTube series “Bonding with Byrd”.
Dr. Gail Myers is a cultural anthropologist and the co-founder of Farms to Grow Incorporated based in Oakland California. She has been advocating for African America farmers for more than 20 years. On this episode she discuss her documentary film “Rhythms of the Land". "Rhythms of the Land" is a valentine to generations of black farmers in the United States from the enslavement period to the present. Their intense love of the land and dedication to community enabled them to survive against overwhelming odds.