Vocalist, Emmy Award-winning actor, motivational speaker, emcee, auctioneer, community organizer, arts educator, and committed volunteer, T Mychael Rambo spreads some cheer and hope through his story of being homeless, sitting on the bench outside of the Ordway theatre in St Paul MN, watching people come and go to being an actor on the stage at the Ordway and several other theatres in the Twin Cities and beyond.   And by singing a few songs to help keep us uplifted during the holiday period.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Vocalist, Emmy Award-winning actor, motivational speaker, emcee, auctioneer, community organizer, arts educator, and committed volunteer, T Mychael Rambo spreads some cheer and hope through his story of being homeless, sitting on the bench outside of the Ordway theatre in St Paul MN, watching people come and go to being an actor on the stage at the Ordway and several other theatres in the Twin Cities and beyond.   And by singing a few songs to help keep us uplifted during the holiday period.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Vocalist, Emmy Award-winning actor, motivational speaker, emcee, auctioneer, community organizer, arts educator, and committed volunteer, T Mychael Rambo spreads some cheer and hope through his story of being homeless, sitting on the bench outside of...

A piece of joy and hope with T Mychael Rambo

Mr. James Dallas, a man of faith, seasoned executive, and agent of change in large domestic and international corporate settings, helps people navigate their lives in the face of daunting circumstances. James shares details with host Dr. Sylvia Bartley about how he evolved from a young man who grew up in the segregated south with an inferiority complex to a confident, successful C-Suite executive.  James shares how he took the 'Bridge from Ordinary to Extraordinary' and how we can do the same. It's a powerful and inspiring conversation.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Mr. James Dallas, a man of faith, seasoned executive, and agent of change in large domestic and international corporate settings, helps people navigate their lives in the face of daunting circumstances. James shares details with host Dr. Sylvia Bartley about how he evolved from a young man who grew up in the segregated south with an inferiority complex to a confident, successful C-Suite executive.  James shares how he took the 'Bridge from Ordinary to Extraordinary' and how we can do the same. It's a powerful and inspiring conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Mr. James Dallas, a man of faith, seasoned executive, and agent of change in large domestic and international corporate settings, helps people navigate their lives in the face of daunting circumstances. James shares details with host Dr. Sylvia...

James Dallas: Rising from an Inferiority Complex to the C-Suite

Erica Simmons, Storyteller Strategist and Lifestyle Photographer in Atlanta, tells her own story of gratitude and thankfulness after experiencing a life-changing car accident in 2009.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Erica Simmons, Storyteller Strategist and Lifestyle Photographer in Atlanta, tells her own story of gratitude and thankfulness after experiencing a life-changing car accident in 2009.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Erica Simmons, Storyteller Strategist and Lifestyle Photographer in Atlanta, tells her own story of gratitude and thankfulness after experiencing a life-changing car accident in 2009.

Spreading kindness with Erica Simmons

Host Dr. Sylvia Bartley sits down with Kim Nelson, retired Senior Vice President of External Relations for General Mills Inc, President of the General Mills Foundation, and Independent Board Director at Colgate-Palmolive, Cummins Inc., and Tate & Lyle, to learn about Kim’s career journey from an assistant Marketing Manager to the highest-ranking Black Women executive in General Mills.  Her exceptional work influencing change in the Twin Cities community, the importance of spirituality, her values, and mindful practices that enable Kim to live her best life.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Host Dr. Sylvia Bartley sits down with Kim Nelson, retired Senior Vice President of External Relations for General Mills Inc, President of the General Mills Foundation, and Independent Board Director at Colgate-Palmolive, Cummins Inc., and Tate &amp; Lyle, to learn about Kim’s career journey from an assistant Marketing Manager to the highest-ranking Black Women executive in General Mills.  Her exceptional work influencing change in the Twin Cities community, the importance of spirituality, her values, and mindful practices that enable Kim to live her best life.   &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Host Dr. Sylvia Bartley sits down with Kim Nelson, retired Senior Vice President of External Relations for General Mills Inc, President of the General Mills Foundation, and Independent Board Director at Colgate-Palmolive, Cummins Inc., and Tate &...

Catching up with Kim Nelson

Kellen Rashad Nins, attendance liaison at Central High School and creator and founder of the <a href= "http://uposit.me/">Uposit.me</a> app and social media, discusses positivity in our lives, and boldly recounts his personal journey through the criminal justice system as a confused young man, and how it impacted his drive to help kids stay positive and navigate the world.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Kellen Rashad Nins&lt;/strong&gt;, attendance liaison at Central High School and creator and founder of the &lt;a href= "http://uposit.me/"&gt;Uposit.me&lt;/a&gt; app and social media, discusses positivity in our lives, and boldly recounts his personal journey through the criminal justice system as a confused young man, and how it impacted his drive to help kids stay positive and navigate the world. &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Kellen Rashad Nins, attendance liaison at Central High School and creator and founder of the  app and social media, discusses positivity in our lives, and boldly recounts his personal journey through the criminal justice system as a confused young...

From Powerless to Positivity with Kellen Rashad Nins

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