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The “Let’s Go Show" with Doug Reed, The “Let’s Go Show" is a platform to encourage, motivate and inspire individuals of all walks of life. We hold space for life changing conversations with everyday people, community leaders and public figures. The “Let’s Go Show" with Doug Reed is committed to highlighting individuals making a positive impact in our communities. Doug Reed who is also known as D. Reed, is a Mental health advocate, military veteran and former corrections professional. He holds in high esteem his earned status in the community as a mentor, coach and trusted leader. With various lived experiences as a black man, Doug uses his platform to impart wisdom and to help bring understanding and healing.Doug prides himself on being “just a kid from Cincinnati, Ohio” and truly being a “big kid at heart”.
Bebe Moore Campbell was a literary trailblazer, who used her words in books including, “The 72-Hour Hold” and “Sometimes My Mommy Gets Angry,” to address the profound impact of racism, mental health and the enduring strength of culture, community and connections. However, her impact extended beyond her literary works.
She co-founded NAMI Urban Los Angeles and became a national change agent whose groundbreaking work revolutionized the way we approach mental health in underserved communities. She recognized and understood the detrimental consequences of silence rooted in stigma — one of the reasons for the lack of mental health care and treatment within communities of color.
Campbell fearlessly challenged the status quo, shedding light on the unique struggles faced by people of color and advocating for their voices to be heard. Her firsthand experience underscored the need for safe spaces for people in communities of color to share their stories and experiences without shame or judgement. She advocated for spaces of hope and healing where the unheard and untreated could find inclusive and equitable resources for support and mental health care.
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The Let’s Go Show with Doug Reed is excited to partner with the American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APAF) @apa_foundation to bring meaningful conversation surrounding the mental health and wellbeing of African American/Black (AA/B) Men and Boys, and the allies who love them.
Stay tuned for one of these impactful conversations with APAF’s Rawle Andrews Jr @mr_rawle, Dr. Amanda Calhoun @amandajoymd and Rev. Jermaine Alberty @jdalberty on all podcast streams, Wednesday, June 19, 2024 (#Juneteenth).
Historically, men and boys have been taught to hide their feelings and deal with problems quietly. This is especially true for AA/B men and boys. It’s really important to create safe places, both online and offline, where they can talk openly about their feelings. Talking about mental health helps manage stress and opens up avenues to get help when needed.
One big issue for AA/B men and boys is “high-effort coping” or “hustle culture,” also known as “John Henryism.” This means they feel they have to work twice as hard to prove they are equal, especially when facing tough situations. This can lead to high stress and health problems like depression and high blood pressure. “High-effort coping” is a harmful habit that can be very dangerous.
The APAF encourages honest conversations about this issue. We need to move from a “man up” attitude to understanding that asking for help when needed is a sign of strength. Health professionals also need to be aware of these struggles to provide better care that meet the needs of AA/B men and boys.
We want to “normalize” conversations around mental health; but not make the mentally ill feel or seem abnormal.
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Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Credle, Jr. is an Adjunct Professor for the Department of Counseling Ministries in the School of Counseling & Psychology at Regent University. Dr. Credle earned his Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership with a Concentration in Ecclesial Leadership at Regent University, a Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School, and a Bachelor of Sociology and Religious Studies from Virginia Wesleyan University. Dr. Credle also holds a Certificate in Transformational Leadership from the African Leadership Institute for Community Transformation in Wellington, South Africa.
Dr. Credle's work in leadership has been published in the Journal of Biblical Perspectives in
Leadership/Regent University, Palgrave/Macmillan's Christian Faith Perspectives in Leadership and Business, and the 5th International Conference on Research in Business, Management, and Economics in France.
Dr. Credle is the CEO of Credle LLC, alongside his wife, Passion, which provides leadership development, graphic design, and consulting resources for faith and small business leaders. He is also the curator of Ministr2Society: The Podcast, a platform that intersects faith, leadership, and well-being.
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Don't miss this engaging conversation with Octavius L. Blount where he
talks about a conversational journey about Black males needing to be vulnerable, cry, laugh, smile and allow their inner black boy to be seen, heard, acknowledged and LOVED!
Octavius l Blount is a leader, thinker, innovator, and proud Philadelphian who is committed to anything for and about the advancement of Black men and boys. Currently, serves as Coordinator for the Mayor’s Office of Black Male Engagement - tasked to help create an equitable Philadelphia for men and boys of color by eliminating disparities and creating opportunities. Has a combined 15+ years in the field of Black Male Advocacy/Achievement/Engagement as a consultant, mentor and behavioral prevention and intervention specialist.
He is the Founder & CVO of UrbanThinker Media (UTM), where we strive to illuminate
the full spectrum of Black males' humanity in America. We execute this by spreading
ideas, creating spaces and producing stories that are for and about Black men and boys.
This is done to Engage minds, Express truth, Empower lives and Elevate voices across all major platforms.
He is the host of The Middle Brotha Podcast where he takes a deep dive into the
minds, lives, and voices of Black males & The Black Man Express ShowTM where he
goes on a conversational journey with Black males to be vulnerable, cry, laugh, smile and allow their inner black boy to be seen, heard, acknowledged and LOVED!
Octavius possesses a BA in Sociology from Arcadia University and MSW from Bryn
Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research with Community
Practice, Policy and Advocacy (CPPA) Concentration.
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I had the pleasure of interviewing Elana Governor or as some may call her Lala. Is another of 2 . A lupus warrior and mental health advocate. A Philly native who refuses to give up "Resilience is key" is her motto . Elana also does modeling and write poetry in her free time. You can hear her amazing story of "Resilience"
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Can we take it back to the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, track and field. The 1996 Games were given a dramatic and emotional start when the cauldron was lit by sporting legend Muhammad Ali. Michael Johnson of the U.S. became the first man in Olympic history to run and win both the 200m and 400m. Floyd Mayweather won the bronze medal in the Featherweight Division but a young kid from Willingboro, NJ is given an opportunity. He believes in himself.
LaMont Smith won a gold medal with the 4x400 relay at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. He ran at Willingboro High School in New Jersey, where he was inspired by Carl Lewis, also a graduate of that school. Smith started out at Blinn Junior College but then attended the University of Houston. He made the 1996 Olympic team by finishing fourth at the US Olympic Trials.
A great story of believing in yourself.
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As a professional George decided to go into the Law Enforcement Profession. He has been working as a Deputy Sheriff in Philadelphia for over a decade now. He believes it is a calling and not a career choice. Because growing up this was not something, that he planned on going into. But somehow he ended up becoming 5th generation law enforcement officer. He is currently serving at the rank of Sergeant and he believes that more than ever, if we want to change the culture. We need to show
more Black Men & Women behind the badge positive role models that our youth can relate to and learn from. If we want to truly bridge the gap between Police and the communities that we service and protect.
George has always had a passion for serving his community because we need more access to resources and more equitable legislation working in our favor. So he devoted his time to volunteering with a few boards/committee's to make sure that my community had a voice at the table. He served on the Pennsyvania NAACP State Conference Criminal Justice Committee for over a year. He also
serve as an Advisory Board Member with the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. Most recently was appointed to serve on two Committee's with the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives(NOBLE).
George joined the Black Men Run Philadelphia Chapter in the spring of 2015. Once he joined the Healthy Brotherhood, he knew that this was going to be something special for him. Seeing a group a Black Men Running and enjoying it at the same time was the buy in for him. Since that time he has completed numerous Half Marathons and Full Marathons nationwide. He began serving as the Vice Captain of the Philly Chapter back in September 2020. While serving in leadership with BMR Philly alongside my fellow Captains. He has spearheaded many impactful community
initiatives. He believes in a collective value and ability to transform lives mentally and physically.
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On June 26th, 1995, he was incarcerated at the age of 23 in Binghamton, NY; eight days later he turned 24. Nine years into his prison sentence, a spiritual shift occurred. In 2004, Barrett surrendered and gave his life to the Lord after experiencing what he now knows to be the Holy Spirit, while attending Bible Study in the prison’s chapel. Three years later, in 2007, he started ministering while still incarcerated.
After 18 years and three months of served time, Michael G. Barrett, Jr. was released from prison on July 29, 2013. Warden Linda Thomas granted his release six months early due to the Second Chance Act. Following his release, he had to spend one year in a halfway house.
During this time, he was an assistant pastor, under Bishop Ronald C. Hill, founder of Love and Unity Christian Fellowship in Compton – who he would sit under for five years. Six months after his liberation, he met his wife, First Lady La’Kesia Barrett. She would bring him to and from Bible Study and Sunday Service at Love and Unity Christian Fellowship and the halfway house.
Unbeknownst to him, years before they met, a pastor prophesized that she would meet a man who had been in prison, and he would “change her life.” The couple has since celebrated 10 years of marriage.
Pastor Michael G. Barrett, Jr. has overcome major feats in his life by the grace of God, the acceptance of Jesus, and the uplifting nature of his support system.
Barrett rejoices in the “restorations season” that he has been in, during this period of his life. He has connections with his four adult biological daughters and five grandchildren and has made monumental and impactful accomplishments- such as becoming as senior pastor at Do Right Christian Church, establishing Kingdomtainment (a TV network that reaches 55 million
households), involvement with the Southern California Food Bank, along with many others.
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If you don’t know, I am an advocate for veterans. Next on the Let’s Go Show with Doug Reed featuring Coco Culhane, who is the Executive Director for Veterans Advocacy Project. The work she does is beyond honorable. I wish it was available throughout the U.S
The Veteran Advocacy Project at the Urban Justice Center provides free legal services to low-income veterans, with a focus on those living with PTSD, TBI, substance abuse problems, and mental illness. We are partnered with VA hospitals, mental health clinics, and local veterans' groups to reach service members where they are. While our attorneys tackle the legal challenges, our peer advocates ensure that our clients are connected to appropriate social services. With a dedicated team, the project allows veterans to achieve the stability needed to regain their health and rebuild their lives.
Coco Culhane is the founder and executive director of the Veteran Advocacy Project. She is also an adjunct professor of clinical law at Brooklyn Law School, where she teaches the Veterans’ Rights Clinic and seminar. Coco presents on veterans’ legal issues and conducts trainings for attorneys, social workers, and students across the country. She also sits on several advisory boards, including the New York State Discharge Upgrade Advisory Board, and has served on Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s service academy selection committees each year since 2014. After launching VAP as a part of the Mental Health Project of the Urban Justice Center in 2010, Coco received an Equal Justice Works Fellowship sponsored by the CIGNA Foundation and Cravath, Swaine & Moore, LLP. She started expanding VAP and its services and eventually spun off the project to form an independent not-for-profit.
Coco received a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, where she was the symposium editor of the Brooklyn Law Review and co-president of the student health law association. Prior to law school she was an editor at The New Republic for six years. She received a B.A. in English from Wesleyan University.
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Nafis Ricks is a mental health advocate. A former professional basketball player, who looks to bridge the gap between sports and community. Nafis's primary goal is to reconstruct the narrative surrounding Mental Health in the African American community, by providing tools through speaking engagements, workshops and seminars.
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Eric Marsh, Sr. currently serves as the Chairman of Philadelphia’s Mayor’s Commission on African-American Males and has been a commissioner since 2019. He is also the Manager for Community and Engagement WHYY News and serves as the board President for the Men’s Center for Growth and Change. He is the co-founder and Executive Director of The Fathering Circle, a peer support organization that helps fathers build better relationships with their family and community. For more information or to contact him, visit https://about.me/ericmarshsr
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After developing PTSD following a devastating traumatic incident Chris committed to using all of his skills, talents and experience to bring awareness to trauma/ptsd using music and story. The Missing Link project is the result.
Currently: CEO/President of CBMG Enterprises, Formerly Professor, University of Miami-FROST School of Music-Director Commercial Music/Media Writing and Production Programs- member: U of Miami Provost's Ad-hoc Strategic Task Force (online learning), Chairman, FROST FORWARD (online learning committee FSoM)
Owner/CEO of Chris Boardman Media Group- a multi-media content production studio, online course creation, thought leader in the cultural implications fo social media.
Composer/producer/arranger active in the film/tv/record industries.
Chris musical career has spanned over 45 years in film,record and television industries and still going strong. 1 Oscar nomination, 6 time Emmy Award winner, 13 Emmy nominations. BMI Film Award (Payback) ASCAP Film Award (The Color Purple). For more info: www.chrisboardmanmusic.com
www.chrisboardmanmusicblog.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/#!/ChrisBoardmanMusic
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0063973/
Specialties: Professor of music, entrepreneur, content services consultant including, social media, collaborative media, online informational course creation and digital marketing. Areas of expertise include content producer, film composer,record producer,author,educator,recording artist, orchestrator, conductor and arranger.
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Joe Frazier Jr is the CEO of both, Joe Frazier Jr Promotions LLC, and The Legacy Exists, 5013c non-profit scholarship fund, founded by his sister Weatta FrazierCollins, to give back to At Risk youth, which embodies the humanitarianism of their father, "Smokin' Joe Frazier." Joe is also a Transformation Coach, helping committed individuals become their best version by closing the gap from where they are to where they want to be. Through his Transformational coaching, courses, content, and collaborations, Joe is helping individuals build clarity, communication, and confidence without feeling mentally and emotionally burnt out. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Minor in Sociology, and has over 18 years of experience in Sales, Leadership, Coaching, and Personal Development. Joe uses his experiences and spirituality to guide others through life obstacles and inspire them to live with commitment and purpose. Joe is dedicated to helping people of all ages understand the importance of living with integrity and respect, and he encourages the youth to view life failures as stepping stones towards success.
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The Let's Go Show with Doug Reed featuring John Cameron "From Boys to Men". John Cameron M. Ed, is a unique combination of leadership, education, counseling, mental health therapy, entrepreneurship and adjudicated youth. John worked as a guidance counselor and a climate manager for the School District of Philadelphia for 15 years. Crisis Screen-er for the State of New Jersey, behavior therapist, mobile therapist, national certified anger management specialist and treatment specialist supervisor for Ferrris School for Boys located in Wilmington, DE. John is the former co-owner of Top Notch Profiles Magazine Inc. Owner and CEO of Hubstshirts.com and the Cameron Group. The Cameron Group provides mental health therapy and leadership development for boys and young men.
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I interviewed life long Jersey City native, loving husband, and proud father of three exceptional children. As a child, Rashaun always wanted to help the community and protect. Rashaun is a member of the First Wesleyan Church and has been a treasure for 17 years. He started his career in law enforcement by working as a corrections officer at the Hudson County Corrections and Rehabilitation Center from 2012-2013, then was hired by the Jersey City Police Department in 2013. Rashaun joined BLESC (Blacks in Law Enforcement Servicing the Community) in 2014 and became Co-Vice President of the organization, where he and his fellow members mentor the youth of the city and all over the state with the mission to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. In 2018, Rashaun was promoted to Detective. In 2021, Rashaun was voted by his peers to become Co-Vice President of the Jersey City POBA (Police Officers Benevolent Association). Throughout his career, he has received several awards for community service and heroism in the December 10, 2019, terrorist attack in Jersey City.
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Darnell Rice is a native of St. Louis, Missouri a social entrepreneur, sexual assault survivor speaker and mental health advocate, community organizer, disability rights advocate. Mr. Rice is passionate about students with and without disabilities. Mr. Rice is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Embrace Elevate Program Initiative which targets the communities of Color which includes students, black men and black boys. Mr. Rice has over ten years in Behavioral Health Sciences in Arkansas. Mr. Rice has overcome overwhelming odds as a student and a professional to fight for equal rights and justice. Mr. Rice is a Start Bloc Fellow in 2019 believes the students are the future and the next generation to be great and well-equipped for this world. Mr. Rice has higher education experience as a Coordinator and a College Professor. Mr. Rice taught at Shorter College on a Research Development Program The 2nd Chance Grant where he instructed students to use life skills and be better for society. Mr. Rice is very passionate about social issues and the social justice lens that affects the community.
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The Let's Go Show with Doug Reed featuring Coach Omar Stinney, Drills For Skills Sports Training Oasis Owner, Sports Performance Trainer, Success Coach, Motivational Speaker.
A very inspiring and energetic interview with Omar and his philosophy in being 1% better everyday.
Purposeful coaching with intentions to help you discover your best life ever
The only real measure of success will be how you have lived your life, not how much money you have accumulated. Whatever your faith may be, a good rule of everyday behavior is to live your life so that when it is over you can take pride in the knowledge that you have made a difference in the lives of those who have known you.
It’s easy in the crush of everyday life to lose sight of the true riches of life, the things that really matter. Psychologist Ilona Tobin defines true success as “giving and receiving love, having physical and mental health, enough wealth to provide you with options, and the time to enjoy them all.”
Whatever your personal definition of success may be, make sure that it includes a healthy measure of the truly important things in life.
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Dontay Williams is the Founder & CEO of Mental Health On Purpose Inc. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of GA and a doctoral candidate at Mercer University for Counseling Education and Supervision. His expertise includes Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Addiction Recovery, and topics of Spiritual Integration.
Mr. Williams believes "The call to service is one which requires remarkable strength and equally important a spirit of humility. I believe one must possess the strength that allows the courage to sit within the alarming moments of another. Likewise, one must be humble enough to recognize their powerlessness to bring about change yet encouraged by his/her ability to facilitate it." -Dontay Williams, LPC,
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Arron Muller, founder and owner of Modify Wellness, Inc., is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing individuals and families struggling with challenges the necessary tools needed to successfully overcome obstacles.
Modify Wellness, Inc. began as a way to normalize mental health and wellness within the Black community - providing affordable resources, education, and support services.
Muller uses a variety of treatment methods such as interpersonal, psychodynamic, and cognitive interventions to explore all client needs and assist in identifying solutions.
Arron was honored as one of the 2023 Boris Lawrence Henson Joy Awards recipients
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Mallory Dwinal-Palisch has dedicated her career to innovative educational models. She began as a Spanish teacher with Teach for America and, later, co-founded and led the Oxford Day Academy (ODA), a public charter school in East Palo Alto. ODA has adapted and codified the Oxford tutorial pedagogy for K12 students from all learning backgrounds. From there, she co-founded the Oxford Teachers Academy (OTA), a Bachelor's Degree program that scales the learnings of ODA by training the next generation of classroom teachers-- particularly from remote rural areas-- in ODA's modified tutorial pedagogy. OTA is now Oxford Teachers Ccllege at Reach University, and has expanded to develop the next generation of teachers in urban and rural communities alike. Mallory graduated summa cum laude from Northwestern University with a B.A. in Economics, Spanish, and International Studies; additionally, she holds a Ph.D. in Education from Oxford University (dissertation focus: rural teacher shortages), which she attended as a U.S. Rhodes Scholar, and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Lakeydra Houston, RBLP-T
Empowering Sexual Assault Survivors to Speak Their Truth | Victim Advocate and Keynote Speaker | Resiliency Coach | Veteran | Suicide Prevention | DEI/Outreach
For years, she was ashamed. I introduce to you Lakeydra Houston
She is a 20 year retired veteran who is advocate for child and military, sexual assault, suicide awareness, and injustice.
She is not here to play games. She is here to make sure victims voices are being heard, victims turn into survivors; warriors. Be the voice for the voiceless and give others a platform to share their story. She knows It’s bigger than HER!
Don’t be afraid to share your story! This was a snippet, but there is so much that I will one day be ready to talk about.
Thank you all for everything, I am forever grateful!
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I have the pleasure of interviewing Sarina DiBianca, Silioam Wellness and Isaac Redman, former NFL player with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Legends Football Camp. Together them are teammates for the Legends Football Camp being held at Paulsboro High School NJ. " Together They Build A Community"
On June 24th and 25th, Siloam Wellness will be hosting our annual Legends Football Camp for Philadelphia and New Jersey students ages 8-18. We are excitedly joined by Isaac Redman, former running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Kevin Ross, cornerback coach for the Tampa Bay Bucs.
The camp will run from 10am - 12pm and Saturday and Sunday, with a barbecue to follow on Sunday.
Sarina DiBianca, Executive Director at Siloam Wellness Center,
Siloam enriches the well-being of people living with HIV/AIDS by providing a broad range of integrative mind, body and spirit services and programs. Our vision is to support an HIV community that is vibrant, safe, empowered and free from stigma. As well as prevention in youth 13-24 years of age.
Isaac Redman, Redman, a running back for the Pittburgh Steelers and a Paulsboro High School graduate, started the football camp last year at the high school. The event brought out a number of other football players, including former Eagles players and other Paulsboro High School graduates like Alex Silvestro and Gerald Hodges, to help coach the up-and-coming athletes in a number of drills.
While the football hopefuls might not run the same 4.7 second 40 yard dash that Redman ran, they all look up to the Paulsboro native as an example of what they can accomplish in their future.
Redman said he never had an opportunity to participate in a football camp that involved professionals when he was growing up in Paulsboro. He said he runs the camp not only to benefit the Redzone Redman Foundation, a group striving to help “youth affected by physical, emotional, and socio-economic challenges,” but also to cultivate the rising culture of athletics in Paulsboro.
In 2012, Steelers-centric SB Nation blog Behind the Steel Curtain created what is known as the "Redman Award." The award, inspired by Isaac Redman's impressive preseason play throughout his career, was to be awarded to a Steelers player, a sixth-round draft pick or lower, who had convinced the fan base throughout the preseason that they were a "diamond in the rough."[11] Other stipulations include that the player must have spent two training camps or less with the Steelers and have had endeared themselves to the fan base regardless of their chances of making the team's final roster.
The first official appearance of the award on Behind the Steel Curtain's website was in 2014, when an article was published detailing the top candidates for the honor.[12]
The award tradition is still carried out by the writers at Behind the Steel curtain to this day, with the winner being voted on in a poll open to all readers sometime around Labor Day weekend. The winners of the award include Adrian Robinson (2012), Alan Baxter (2013), Daniel McCullers (2014), Roosevelt Nix (2015),
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Our amazing guest is Troy Blyden who is a Professional Athlete, content creator, and a clothing designer. Let’s learn about the beauty of imperfect confidence. Troy talks about his childhood, college years and his career as a Washington General and a Harlem GlobeTrotter. Troy believes in taking care of himself mentally and physically, eating right and provides nutrition /training advice.
“If you focus on everybody’s perception of you, you’re not going to get anything done.’” - Troy Blyden
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Kim is proud mom to three awesome girls, happy wife to one hunky and amazing man, and a passion-fuelled business mentor and entrepreneur! You’ll catch her chasing her dreams, skipping through the days in total gratitude for the life she has created (cause it wasn’t always sunshine and roses) and working to help others create their most amazing and abundant life too. She knows her mission is to share her personal experiences (the good, the bad and the ugly) to help people get from where they are, to where they want to be. She specialize in LARGE-sized dreams, having realized many of her own, including; national best-selling author of three books, secured endorsement by Celine Dion, viral video and grassroots movement “I Believe She’s Amazing,” and a global-digital business owner. Feeling her healthiest at 53, 6 years post menopause and helping hundreds of women to reclaim their BEST HEALTH as they confidently age.
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The son of a Japanese foreign exchange student and a African American soldier. The trials and tribulations didn't stop him from getting an education and living out his purpose.
Leonard is committed to being a beacon of support for those who are voiceless in order to demonstrate that regardless of your circumstances, you can overcome anything.
• Speaker at TEDxTempleU
• Speaker at the 35th Annual Winter Roundtable Ceremony at Columbia University
• Commencement Speaker at Argosy University
• 'Man with the Vision' Award Recipient
• Nominated as a Mover and Shaker from Temple University’s Young Alumni Association
• Nominated as a Giving Back to the Future Recipient from Central Penn College
• Nominated for Mayor Kennedy’s Community Award
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Melissa is a mindfulness expert, licensed master social worker, volleyball player, world traveler, and a person you can’t catch imposter syndrome from because she doesn't have it.
She learned keeping busy isn’t enough. We need to learn and practice mindfulness to achieve success.
She has a passion for ingenuity and attract people and companies who share this value. Her specific expertise advances wellness in the workplace, increases focus and resilience and drives personal and professional growth.
As founder and CEO of MYRetreat, She works as a catalyst to create the environment for genuine team building through chocolate rather than “trust falls.” She is on a mission to impact 1 million professionals with Chocolate Mindfulness.
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Victor Armstrong is the Chief Diversity Officer at RI International. He formerly served as North Carolina DHHS Chief Health Equity Officer, with responsibility for leading the overarching strategy and operational goals to promote health equity, diversity, and inclusion across all the agency’s health and human services. His responsibility included developing, implementing, facilitating, and embedding health equity strategic initiatives into every aspect of DHHS’ programs, services, actions, outcomes, and internal employee culture; as well as overseeing the Office of Health Equity, Office of Rural Health, and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
Victor joined NC DHHS as Director of the NC Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Substance Abuse Services in March of 2020, with responsibility and oversight of the public community-based mental health, intellectual and other developmental disabilities, substance use, and traumatic brain injury system in North Carolina.
Victor is the son of a pastor and a firm believer that the Black church is the gateway to the Black community, and the key to creating “soul safe” communities. He is a nationally recognized speaker on issues regarding health equity and access to healthcare, particularly as it relates to individuals living with mental health challenges, and the role of the faith community in addressing our nation’s mental health crisis.
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I met Charles " Tank " in church and later became friends. He introduced me to Black Men Heal where I served as the Director of Partnership. He influenced me into becoming an entrepreneur.
Charles M. Harris Jr. is a native of Philadelphia, PA and a product of John Bartram High School.
Despite having very few positive influences and role models, Charles would go on to attend
college at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. After two years as an Accounting major at
Kutztown, Charles transferred to Temple University to pursue his dream of playing Division I
collegiate football.
After suffering a serious knee injury Charles turned his full attention to his education and
changed his course of study to Actuarial Science and Finance. He would go on to graduate from
Temple University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. Upon
graduation Charles took a position with Ford Motor Credit Corporation and began furthering his
education by enrolling in a Master’s Degree program at Temple University.
In November of 1997 Charles was called upon by his former college teammate to oversee his
investment portfolio. Charles discontinued his studies and took a position with then Smith
Barney as a Financial Consultant. After achieving immediate success and recognition councils,
Charles was recruited away to join then Paine Webber in early 2000. By the time Charles joined
his new firm he had built a well-recognized and sizable clientele in the sports and entertainment
realm.
In 2001, in an effort to better serve the needs of his client base, Charles left the corporate wire
house structure to form his own financial services firm Athletic Business Management, Inc.
(ABM). In 2005 ABM merged with Gee Financial Group to form The Sports and Entertainment
Financial Group, LLC (SEFG). SEFG remains one of the most recognizable business
management firms in the world today. Charles sold his interest in 2011 and returned to his
financial roots when he joined New York Life Insurance Company in 2013.
Today, Charles oversees the Financial Planning firm, Wealth Our Way (WOW). WOW provides
financial planning services to those previously shut out from top tier financial advice. WOW has
as its core, the motto: Wealth is not only for the wealthy....
Charles is a member of the Temple University General Alumni and Black Alumni Associations,
as well as the Temple Owl Club. Charles has served as an advisor to the Andre Iguodala Youth
Foundation and the Channing Frye Foundation. In addition, he is a much sought after guest
speaker at schools and universities throughout the country as well as at NFL & NBA
symposiums and programs.
In his spare time, Charles is an avid golfer and top flight Scrabble and Spades player. Charles
and his lovely wife Regina are the proud parents of ten wonderful children. Charles has offices in
both the Greater New York and Philadelphia areas as well as the Greater Atlanta region.
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Amir A. Rashidian was born in Iran in 1974. He was 5-years old when the rioting began, and the government was overthrown. Iran became the Islamic Republic of Iran and the world as he knew it changed. He still remembers the gruesome violence of that time and although several decades have passed, he can recall the scenes like they occurred yesterday.
He was 6-years old when Saddam Hussein’s Iraq invaded Iran and thus began the air-raids and bombings. Amir lived in a quiet and peaceful area of northern Iran near the Caspian Sea. Prior to the revolution this area was a trendy and luxurious vacation area with lots of recreational facilities and picturesque beaches. However, a couple of years after the war began, the beautiful scenic park across from his house was converted into a POW camp to contain the many Iraqi prisoners. Every couple of months an Iraqi soldier would escape and attempt to hide in Amir’s neighborhood. Shooting would ensue in the streets and Amir’s family would hide in their home.
Amir’s father wanted to bring the family to America. Every summer Amir’s father would take their family to a different European country with the hopes of obtaining a visa to the United States. Each time they met with rejection and had to return home.
Finally, at age 11, Amir’s family was given permission to enter the United States of America. In August of 1985, Amir and his mother landed in Los Angeles with nothing but two suitcases. They were homeless for a few months until they moved into a small 2-bedroom apartment which they shared with another woman and her two young children. His experiences during this time led to his passion for helping the homeless and those in need of proper housing. This is also why he serves as a member of the board of directors of Habitat for Humanity in his hometown.
Amir’s father was a highly respected and successful businessman in Iran. He owned a large construction company and had built hospitals, government buildings, and apartment buildings in Iran. However, after the revolution, their money was practically worthless in America. Amir’s mother worked as a nanny during the week and Amir and his mother cleaned houses on weekends to earn extra money. One day, a wealthy man approached Amir’s father who was still in Iran and offered him the opportunity of a lifetime. The wealthy man offered to purchase a house on the east coast and sell it to him at no interest and low monthly payments. Thus, Amir with his mother and father moved to Maryland in 1987.
Before leaving Iran, Amir’s dad wanted to teach him about poverty and life in the underprivileged regions of Iran, the villages in the foothills of the Elburz mountain range. In one of those villages, Amir was witness to a young woman who had gone into labor. The midwife told her and her husband that the baby was not alive, and the young woman would likely not survive. That woman died in her husband’s arms because there were no doctors in that village. Amir decided at that moment to commit his life to become a doctor, to saving lives and preventing unnecessary death.
In America, driven by his dream to become a doctor, Amir was a good student and a very hard worker. Unfortunately, Amir had a type of dyslexia that affected his ability to read. His eyes would jumble the words on the page and he had to rearrange them in his mind to try and make sense of the text. At the time, he didn’t know he had dyslexia and believed he was slow and dumb. It didn’t mean he couldn’t do well in school; it just meant that he would have to work harder and longer than anyone else. That’s how he managed to get the grades, finish near to the top of his high school class and get accepted into the George Washington University’s premedical program.
Listen to hear more of this amazing story ...............
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You never know who is going to stop by The Let’s Go Show. We welcome actress Madison McGregor who played “ Cassandra” on Disney's “ Backstage” , here she talks about beating the odds living with cystic fibrosis.
Madison has a heart of compassion and empathy.
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True Restoration, Mind Transformation, and Personal Elevation. These are the three facets that encompass the life’s work, mission, and purpose of Don Williams. Don’s heartfelt desire to help individuals tap into their “True Potential” is the driving force that pushes him to equip returning citizens to become productive and fulfilled in the mission God has called them to. Don’s passion for assisting those who were incarcerated is dear to his heart. He knows all too well how difficult this can be as he personally endured this journey- and now speaks to youth and adults about making the right choices and living a life committed to giving themselves away. Don has been the keynote speaker and trained numerous organizations on a national level. He is an author, entrepreneur, husband, and proud father of six daughters and one son. Don Williams is an innovative force as well as a visionary enhancing the professional and personal lives of the masses “one life at a time”.
Don has a new book " No More Band Aids "
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Tansy McNulty
Founder & CEO
1 MILLION MADLY MOTIVATED MOMS
" I'm just a mom dedicated to creating a safer country for her sons... one strategy at a time."
I am a creative thinker who has helped solve incredibly complex business problems for major corporations — saving them time and money by accurately getting to the problem’s root cause and proposing creative solutions to ensure the eradication of the problem.
Once I touch it, it does not return.
I’ve turned my energy toward ending police brutality in America for three reasons: my husband and my two sons.
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Jumaine Jones is a 16-year professional basketball veteran, NBA Hall of Famer, Gold Medalist, Author, Philanthropist, Mental Health Advocate, and Motivational Speaker who was born in Cocoa, Florida, and raised by a single mother. He currently utilizes his "pro-athlete status" as a platform to educate and uplift youth athletes and communities by building their self-esteem, increasing mental health awareness, and developing transformative life skills.
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Nate Tubbs, is just another kid from Cincinnati. He is the younger brother of Heavyweight Champion, Tony "TNT" Tubbs. In this interview, he discussing his childhood, his family, the loss of his brother and his son which changed his life. He talks about his boxing career and the work as a boxing promoter. There is so much behind the man. He talks about the success of being on the streets, in the corner office and his relationship with former Heavyweight Champion, Mike Tyson.
Nate is a man who believes in success, commitment and the needs for the City of Cincinnati and surrounding communities.
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Disclaimer: I had some technical difficulties with the sound but I couldn't re-record this, its to authentic.
SFC Brown was a soldier I supervised. We talk about our time in the Army, how we got there and he reveals some vulnerable moments.
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The story of Zachary Simon, in this interview he talks about being homeless, bullied, breakdancing and his resiliency to stay on a path to further his knowledge in education. He shares some other his darkest moments but some of his greater accomplishment and goals. Zachary is a doctoral student in clinical psychology, listen to learn more.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student | Children & Family Mental Health | Key Opinion Leader Relationship Builder | Aspiring Licensed Psychologists | Breakdancer |
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I got an opportunity to talk to Pastor R. Troy Wilkins at the Greater New Salem Church in Memphis, Tennessee, "Home of the Blues and Birthplace of Rock'n' Roll. Blacks are the fifth largest ethnic group in Memphis, TN, (64.2%) and the city has a lot of history to include the Circles of Success Learning Academy where Pastor Troy serves as the Director of Operations. In this interview we talked about his upbringing in Memphis, his assignment as a godly servant in the City of Memphis and his future plans. The interview centers on him as a person, community leader and a humble servant.
Pastor Troy currently serves (2012) as Senior Servant of the Greater New Salem Church in an inner-city neighborhood of Memphis, TN. His focus is outreach with an emphasis on the total man/woman, mind, body and soul.
His job as pastor is to lead God’s people into a relationship with Jesus Christ through preaching, teaching and ministering to the whole person. His daily prayer is that through these vehicles; people will come to know Jesus Christ in a more perfect way. He feels that while there are many who have accepted Jesus Christ, they have yet to develop a lasting life-long relationship with Him.
In leading God’s people, he feels required to consult with the maker in every aspect, realizing that there will be times when God’s direction through him will conflict with the direction given through others. It is his desire to always to spiritually educate the saints to totally depend on God’s direction in all we do and say. The spirit that lives within each of us ignites that passion we should have to give back.
To remain diligent to the task of personal holiness, evangelizing, discipling, prayer and protection to God’s people. His vision/mission in life is to equip the saints of God with His word and His work; and to produce/reproduce other saints and to be a community warrior seeking transformational behaviors.
Father, friend and faithful servant are the titles he wears proudly. He is the youngest of three children and the only male born child. He am currently doing doctoral studies at Walden University seeking my PhD in Education Innovation and Administration. Previously, he have held managerial roles with International Paper, Promus Companies, and Federal Express.
He is married to LaTosha (1994) and has the blessed privilege of being a dad to Peighton Rose,
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Marcia " Cookie " Daniels born and raised in Cincinnati. I became friends with Cookie in middle school. I went to school with her brother, Billy Evans. She was supportive of him and loved all sports. This interview goes from her past, present and plans for the future. Cookie just "loves the kids."
She has been support of me and my wife.
Please listen in its entirety and I'm sure it will bless you.
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During his clinical training, Dr. Booth was selected for a four-year MacArthur Foundation funded Youth Mental Health Fellowship through Harvard University at the Judge Baker Children’s Center. In his clinical capacity, Dr. Booth has worked in various mental health settings such as partial hospitals, community mental health centers, Elementary, Middle, and High schools, youth correctional facilities, and college counseling centers.
Dr. Richard Booth is a clinician in private practice and at Brown University. Dr. Booth presently serves on the executive board of the Village Green Charter School and is a core member of The Wellness Collaborative. He also serves as a consultant for public and private schools as well as various companies and institutions in the public and private sectors. In his private practice, Dr. Booth provides therapy to individuals, groups, and families. Additionally, Dr. Booth conducts consultation, workshops, trainings, seminars, and focused programming to a variety of organizations such as the Department of Children, youth and Families, the Boys and Girls Club, Rhode Island State Council of Churches, The Children and Youth Cabinet, various colleges and universities, domestic violence shelters, community recreation centers, schools, and childcare centers.
Dr. Booth’s areas of specialty includes: The impact of trauma on the mental health of underprivileged communities and individuals of color, effective strategies for educating populations with/about mental health concerns and trauma, affect and mood regulation, cultural competency, improving educational environments and outcomes, increasing parental engagement with educational institutions, self-care and reducing burnout, diversity, equity and inclusion, the impact of vicarious /indirect trauma, and the recruitment and retention of minority applicants.
Dr. Booth was born in Jamaica and lived there until moving to inner city Boston where he spent his formative years. He earned his Doctorate degree in Counseling and School Psychology from Northeastern University; his Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Suffolk University; and his Bachelor of Science in English and Sociology from Bridgewater State University. During his clinical training, Dr. Booth was selected for a four-year MacArthur Foundation funded Youth Mental Health Fellowship through Harvard University at the Judge Baker Children’s Center. In his clinical capacity, Dr. Booth has worked in various mental health settings such as partial hospitals, community mental health centers, Elementary, Middle, and High schools, youth correctional facilities, and college counseling centers.
https://richardboothphd.com/about/
Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/r6pQh2yYXkM
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As a child, Muhammad Bilal was the victim of child abuse and a constant target of gang violence. He associated mental illness and crying with weakness so he told no one outside of his home about the abuse.
Muhammad Bilal was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 20, 1980. He began studying acting as a child at the Piven Theatre Workshop with the late Byrne Piven.
He went on to attend the highly selective drama program at Lincoln Park High School, where he wrote, directed, produced and starred in numerous full-length plays. While still in high school, he studied filmmaking at Chicago Filmmakers.
While working as a public school teacher, he continued to study filmmaking at The New York Film Academy and New York University. He, too, continued to study acting at the Anthony Abeson Studio. In 2018, after earning a second master’s degree in education and working in public education for over 17 years (as a high school teacher, instructional coach, principal and Dean of Students), Muhammad earned a Master of Fine Arts in film production at The City College of New York in 2020.
Muhammad earned his MFA in filmmaking at The City College of New York in 2020. His directing credits include SAPO and The Blue Cave, which won 15 awards and was accepted into 37 film festivals worldwide in 2021. Muhammad is now in pre-production with his next film, Perdido. His actor credits include SAPO, A Deadly Choice and Closure. He has two master's degrees in education and is the founder and creative director of Bilal World Entertainment.
His writing and directing credits include SAPO, which premiered at Indienight Film Festival at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, CA, and The Blue Cave, which won 22 awards and was accepted into 42 film festivals worldwide in 2021. It is now airing on Short & Fresh on REVOLT TV.
Bilal has partnered with Black Men Heal to create a short film increasing public awareness about the pressing need for Black men to have greater access to mental health support and to stop their silent suffering.
This new film is called Perdido and it translates from Spanish to English as “lost”.
Perdido is a short film about a successful Black man, Amir Rashad, who reluctantly seeks therapy after suppressed memories from his childhood are triggered after he watches his best friend be shot by police. What immediately ensues are flashbacks and nightmares that force Amir to re-experience traumatic memories from his past.
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Bad things happened on a Philly street corner in 1991 when Reid was 16 years old and admittedly in the wrong place at the wrong time and with the wrong people. One of those other people confronted then shot a man to death. Giovanni was there but didn’t pull the trigger. It didn’t matter. He was convicted of second-degree murder and that 16-year-old was sentenced to life.
Nearly 26 years later, Reid -- who has long denied a direct role in the crime, but faults himself for hanging out with an older, fast-running crowd
Giovanni is a model for others who are returning home. He is caring, funny, warm, and approachable. He is always willing to stretch out a hand to help others and he has the skills and achievements to match his winning personality.
This year, he was recognized as Reentry Star of the Year by Philadelphia Reentry Coalition.
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Mike Melton talks about his love for basketball. He becomes a basketball sports editor and runs one of the most succesful middle school tournaments in the country, Basketball Spotlight, for over 18 years, with players such as Emoni Bates, Jalen Duren, Cam Reddish, Karl Anthony towns and so many more.
Mike talks about the murder of his wife, turning to alcohol, his recovery from alcohol and his faith in the Most High.
Mike speaks to audiences about his experience, strength and hope.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @bballspotlight.
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Reginald Howard, Mental Health Advocate, Senior Program Coordinator of Black Men Heal and the man behind the Black Mental Health Podcast talks candidly about his story. We were able to tap into his past, his present and plans for the future.
Reggie’s mental struggles continued into manhood where he struggled with becoming a father and dating. He had no job, no car, no home and couldn’t think of how he was going to provide for his new family. This sent him into a depression that drove him to cut himself and even attempt suicide. Luckily, he had some friends that pulled him off the bridge on Roosevelt Blvd in Philadelphia and gave him newfound life.
**He studied Human Communication at Shippensburg University, and uses his life purpose to help others by using his natural ability to relate with anyone. He knows first-hand the mental suffering that the black community goes through. He uses his story to deal with his own issues by helping, healing and hearing others. Reginald understands people. His platforms are dedicated to the advancement of society by problem solving through communication. He is the bridge that brings the world closer together because most problems in the world stem from lack of communication. He doesn’t care who you are or what you look like he’s here to help.
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Doug Reed is proud to announce, he will be a featured speaker at the 3rd Annual Sozosei Foundation Summit to Decriminalize Mental Illness, December 7, 2022, at Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pa
Panelist include: Zak Williams, son of the late Robin Williams
Jessica Cordova Kramer, Co Founder of the awarding winning " Lemonada Media", producer of the Sozosei Foundation funded podcast " Call for Help" and moderated by Kimberly Adams, Public Radio's Marketplace
The discussion centers around the "Role of Podcast in Decriminalization of Mental illness"
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The “Let’s Go” Show with Doug Reed
The “Let’s Go” Show is a platform to encourage, motivate and inspire individuals of all walks of life. We hold space for life changing conversations with everyday people, community leaders and public figures. The “Let’s go” Show with Doug Reed is committed to highlighting individuals making a positive impact in our communities.
Doug Reed who is also known as D. Reed, is a Mental health advocate, military veteran and former corrections professional. He holds in high esteem his earned status in the community as a mentor, coach and trusted leader. With various lived experiences as a black man, Doug uses his platform to impart wisdom and to help bring understanding and healing.
Doug prides himself on being “just a kid from Cincinnati, Ohio” and truly being a “big kid at heart”.
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