<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms">Send us a text</a>There was a moment of surprise and, yes, discomfort, when my guess Kendra attended a Black festival with her white fiancé. But why should love come with a label? My guest Kendra, an Afrocentric woman engaged to a white man, joined me, to break down the nuances and challenges of being pro-Black while in an interracial relationship. Together, we lift the veil on how love, race, and identity coexist, and how maintaining a commitment to one&apos;s racial identity isn&apos;t diminished in the face of love. Kendra&apos;s Afrocentric journey doesn&apos;t stop with her engagement but continues to be a vital part of her identity. Her story unravels the tricky balance of advocating for blackness while loving someone outside her race. We addressed misconceptions and stereotypes around interracial dating and discussed the complexities of cultural understanding within the relationship. Especially interesting is our exploration of the unique burdens and racial experiences, especially as they relate to Black women, that often go unexpressed, or worse, misunderstood. Experience, they say, is the best teacher. Drawing from our personal experiences, we offer an intimate view of the challenges of interracial couples, particularly those with Black children, in the backdrop of racial injustices. We questioned the too-often-made assumption of love being blind and discussed the painful reality of racial fetishization. It&apos;s a frank, candid, and necessary conversation for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of interracial relationships and the importance of supporting blackness within these contexts. What we&apos;ve discovered is that love, indeed, knows no color.<a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture">Support the show</a>Show Credits: Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): <a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'>@Doddsism</a> Show Music: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'>@IAmTheDjBlue</a> Podcast Website: <a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'>StillTalkingBlack.com</a> Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There was a moment of surprise and, yes, discomfort, when my guess Kendra attended a Black festival with her white fiancé. But why should love come with a label? My guest Kendra, an Afrocentric woman engaged to a white man, joined me, to break down the nuances and challenges of being pro-Black while in an interracial relationship. Together, we lift the veil on how love, race, and identity coexist, and how maintaining a commitment to one&amp;apos;s racial identity isn&amp;apos;t diminished in the face of love.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Kendra&amp;apos;s Afrocentric journey doesn&amp;apos;t stop with her engagement but continues to be a vital part of her identity. Her story unravels the tricky balance of advocating for blackness while loving someone outside her race. We addressed misconceptions and stereotypes around interracial dating and discussed the complexities of cultural understanding within the relationship. Especially interesting is our exploration of the unique burdens and racial experiences, especially as they relate to Black women, that often go unexpressed, or worse, misunderstood.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Experience, they say, is the best teacher. Drawing from our personal experiences, we offer an intimate view of the challenges of interracial couples, particularly those with Black children, in the backdrop of racial injustices. We questioned the too-often-made assumption of love being blind and discussed the painful reality of racial fetishization. It&amp;apos;s a frank, candid, and necessary conversation for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of interracial relationships and the importance of supporting blackness within these contexts. What we&amp;apos;ve discovered is that love, indeed, knows no color.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Show&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;Credits:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'&gt;@Doddsism&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Show Music: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'&gt;@IAmTheDjBlue&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Podcast Website: &lt;a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'&gt;StillTalkingBlack.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text There was a moment of surprise and, yes, discomfort, when my guess Kendra attended a Black festival with her white fiancé. But why should love come with a label? My guest Kendra, an Afrocentric woman engaged to a white man, joined me, to break down the nuances and challenges of being pro-Black while in an interracial relationship. Together, we lift the veil on how love, race, and identity coexist, and how maintaining a commitment to one's racial identity isn't diminished in the...

Embracing Blackness in Interracial Love: A Conversation with Kendra

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Imagine a world where all children, no matter their background, see themselves represented positively in the books they read. That&apos;s the world our guest, Dawn-Maria France , is working tirelessly to create. From the UK, Dawn-Maria uses her talent and platform to diversify the narrative of children&apos;s literature, ensuring that children from marginalized communities find their voices in the characters they encounter. She passionately shares her journey and underlines the significance of representation in shaping young minds. Journalism, a tool that gives voice to the voiceless and holds power to account, is also a topic we delve into with Dawn-Maria. Her perspective as a Black journalist in the UK sheds light on the unique challenges and rewards that come with this noble profession. We traverse the landscape of free speech and its manifestation in social media, particularly in the wake of Elon Musk&apos;s takeover of Twitter. As we grapple with the balance between free speech and censorship, Dawn-Maria&apos;s insights lead us to understand how each of us can responsibly use these platforms to initiate positive change. We also scrutinize the media&apos;s biased coverage of Meghan Markle and the racist backlash she faced from the public and her own family. This conversation unveils the hidden layers of racism prevalent in society and stresses the need for critical thinking in the information age. From analyzing the perception of racism in the US from an outside perspective to emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and care, my conversation with Dawn-Maria is an enlightening deep dive into poignant societal issues. <a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture">Support the show</a>Show Credits: Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): <a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'>@Doddsism</a> Show Music: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'>@IAmTheDjBlue</a> Podcast Website: <a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'>StillTalkingBlack.com</a> Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Imagine a world where all children, no matter their background, see themselves represented positively in the books they read. That&amp;apos;s the world our guest, Dawn-Maria France , is working tirelessly to create. From the UK, Dawn-Maria uses her talent and platform to diversify the narrative of children&amp;apos;s literature, ensuring that children from marginalized communities find their voices in the characters they encounter. She passionately shares her journey and underlines the significance of representation in shaping young minds.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Journalism, a tool that gives voice to the voiceless and holds power to account, is also a topic we delve into with Dawn-Maria. Her perspective as a Black journalist in the UK sheds light on the unique challenges and rewards that come with this noble profession. We traverse the landscape of free speech and its manifestation in social media, particularly in the wake of Elon Musk&amp;apos;s takeover of Twitter. As we grapple with the balance between free speech and censorship, Dawn-Maria&amp;apos;s insights lead us to understand how each of us can responsibly use these platforms to initiate positive change.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We also scrutinize the media&amp;apos;s biased coverage of Meghan Markle and the racist backlash she faced from the public and her own family. This conversation unveils the hidden layers of racism prevalent in society and stresses the need for critical thinking in the information age. From analyzing the perception of racism in the US from an outside perspective to emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and care, my conversation with Dawn-Maria is an enlightening deep dive into poignant societal issues. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Show&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;Credits:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'&gt;@Doddsism&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Show Music: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'&gt;@IAmTheDjBlue&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Podcast Website: &lt;a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'&gt;StillTalkingBlack.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text Imagine a world where all children, no matter their background, see themselves represented positively in the books they read. That's the world our guest, Dawn-Maria France , is working tirelessly to create. From the UK, Dawn-Maria uses her talent and platform to diversify the narrative of children's literature, ensuring that children from marginalized communities find their voices in the characters they encounter. She passionately shares her journey and underlines the significa...

Fostering Diversity in Children's Literature and Media with Dawn-Maria France

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the most dedicated and resilient individuals in the medical profession? Meet Dr. Sylvia Morris, Dr. Angela Walker, and Dr. Diane Boykin, co-authors of &quot;The Game Plan&quot; and pioneers in their own right. Each with a unique tale of struggle, triumph, and an unwavering determination to succeed in the field of medicine, despite some of the odds stacked against them. Witness through their eyes the challenges they faced in their journey. Not just their personal experiences, but they also shed light on their book, &quot;The Game Plan,&quot; a roadmap to navigating medical school and beyond, with advice they wish they had when they were younger. Their stories are a testament to the power of belief, persistence, and mentorship. Get the Book <a href='https://amzn.to/42Tmk2B'>THE GAME PLAN: A Woman’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor and Living a Life in Medicine</a> - <a href='https://amzn.to/42Tmk2B'>https://amzn.to/42Tmk2B</a> About Dr. Morris Dr. Sylvia E. Morris, MD, MPH is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.  Dr. Morris’s goal is to utilize media to improve our nation’s public health by combining her training in Internal Medicine and Public Health. Currently a Hospitalist, Dr. Morris serves on the Johns Hopkins University Berman Institute of Bioethics Advisory Board and Western Governors University College of Health Professions Nursing Advisory Council. About Dr. Walker Like many of my fellow Kaiser physicians, I knew I wanted to be a doctor at a very young age. I was five-years-old when I reasoned with my parents that I wanted to help people. There was no light-bulb moment, then or now, I simply love seeing people healthy, happy, and strong. As an OB/GYN, I am passionate about educating women and girls about their bodies. Also, there is nothing more joyful than helping to bring a new life into the world. About Dr. Boykin Dr Diane Boykin received her undergraduate degree from Wellesley College in 1990. Before going to medical school she enjoyed working at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston Massachusetts for several years in the tissue typing lab for organ transplant. In 1998, she received her medical degree from Georgetown University. Post graduate training completed in 2002 by finishing her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency from Johns Hopkins University. She currently works for Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group.<a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture">Support the show</a>Show Credits: Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): <a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'>@Doddsism</a> Show Music: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'>@IAmTheDjBlue</a> Podcast Website: <a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'>StillTalkingBlack.com</a> Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the most dedicated and resilient individuals in the medical profession? Meet Dr. Sylvia Morris, Dr. Angela Walker, and Dr. Diane Boykin, co-authors of &amp;quot;The Game Plan&amp;quot; and pioneers in their own right. Each with a unique tale of struggle, triumph, and an unwavering determination to succeed in the field of medicine, despite some of the odds stacked against them.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Witness through their eyes the challenges they faced in their journey. Not just their personal experiences, but they also shed light on their book, &amp;quot;The Game Plan,&amp;quot; a roadmap to navigating medical school and beyond, with advice they wish they had when they were younger. Their stories are a testament to the power of belief, persistence, and mentorship. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Get the Book&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://amzn.to/42Tmk2B'&gt;THE GAME PLAN: A Woman’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor and Living a Life in Medicine&lt;/a&gt; - &lt;a href='https://amzn.to/42Tmk2B'&gt;https://amzn.to/42Tmk2B&lt;/a&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Dr. Morris&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Dr. Sylvia E. Morris, MD, MPH is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.  Dr. Morris’s goal is to utilize media to improve our nation’s public health by combining her training in Internal Medicine and Public Health.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Currently a Hospitalist, Dr. Morris serves on the Johns Hopkins University Berman Institute of Bioethics Advisory Board and Western Governors University College of Health Professions Nursing Advisory Council. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Dr. Walker&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Like many of my fellow Kaiser physicians, I knew I wanted to be a doctor at a very young age. I was five-years-old when I reasoned with my parents that I wanted to help people. There was no light-bulb moment, then or now, I simply love seeing people healthy, happy, and strong. As an OB/GYN, I am passionate about educating women and girls about their bodies. Also, there is nothing more joyful than helping to bring a new life into the world. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Dr. Boykin&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Dr Diane Boykin received her undergraduate degree from Wellesley College in 1990. Before going to medical school she enjoyed working at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston Massachusetts for several years in the tissue typing lab for organ transplant. In 1998, she received her medical degree from Georgetown University. Post graduate training completed in 2002 by finishing her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency from Johns Hopkins University. She currently works for Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Show&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;Credits:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'&gt;@Doddsism&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Show Music: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'&gt;@IAmTheDjBlue&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Podcast Website: &lt;a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'&gt;StillTalkingBlack.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the most dedicated and resilient individuals in the medical profession? Meet Dr. Sylvia Morris, Dr. Angela Walker, and Dr. Diane Boykin, co-authors of "The Game Plan" and pioneers in their own right. Each with a unique tale of struggle, triumph, and an unwavering determination to succeed in the field of medicine, despite some of the odds stacked against them.  Witness through their eyes the challenges they faced in their journey. ...

Pioneering Pathways: A Journey Through Medicine with Dr. Morris, Dr. Walker, and Dr. Boykin

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Imagine entering a new phase of life, one marked by hormonal change, transition, and growth, yet feeling completely unprepared to navigate the journey. This was the reality for Dana Lawson, a certified health coach, who faced her menopausal transition head-on. Dana joined us to share her personal experiences and insights, shedding light on the often misunderstood subject of menopause and its effects on women&apos;s bodies, with special emphasis on women of color. Navigating menopause need not feel like wading through a dense fog. With the right knowledge, support, and resources, it can be a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. For the men in our audience, this episode provides invaluable insights on how you can support your female family members through this significant life transition. Diving deeper into the episode, Dana emphasizes the significance of holistic care, touching on essential aspects such as nutrition, stress management, exercise, and quality sleep. This episode is not just about managing menopause - it&apos;s about thriving through it. Listen in to access Dana&apos;s wealth of knowledge and resources, empowering yourself or the women in your life to navigate this major life stage with grace and confidence. About Dana Lawson: Dana Lawson is a Certified Health Coach and Menopause Expert. She spent 15 years in the health and wellness industry and understood the importance of maintaining optimal health. However, when she reached menopause at age 51, she was faced with crushing fatigue, debilitating hot flashes, lack of sleep, weight gain, and depression. She tried everything she knew and activities that had worked for her in the past. This time, however, nothing seemed to work. Dana used the feelings of confusion and frustration to inspire her to seek answers for herself. But she didn&apos;t stop there. Dana sought mentorship from a Menopause Expert and Certified Hormone Specialist in Canada. Dana&apos;s mission is to help all women especially women of color, to understand what&apos;s happening to their hormones during the menopause transition and why. She then teaches them how to get rid of symptoms and improve overall health with high-quality nutrition, prioritizing sleep, stress management, and intentional exercise. Dana also helps these women create mindset shifts in order to develop a positive relationship with their bodies so that they can confidently embrace midlife and be the happiest, healthiest version of themselves during the menopausal transition and beyond.  <div>Her Training and Certifications: Certified Health Coach Mentorship with a Certified Hormone Specialist Dietary Supplement Specialist Advanced Nutrition for Health Coaches In Training for Menopause Doula Certification You can find her here: Website: <a href='https://www.alignandshinenow.com/'>www.alignandshinenow.com</a> Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/alignandshinenow/'>https://www.instagram.com/alignandshinenow/</a> Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/alignandshinenow'>https://www.facebook.com/alignandshinenow</a> Linktr.ee: <a href='https://linktr.ee/alignandshinenowhttps:/linktr.ee/alignandshinenow'>https://linktr.ee/alignandshinenowhttps://linktr.ee/alignandshinenow</a> Free Resource: <a href='https://alignandshine.ck.page/76b361697d'></a></div><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture">Support the show</a>Show Credits: Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): <a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'>@Doddsism</a> Show Music: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'>@IAmTheDjBlue</a> Podcast Website: <a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'>StillTalkingBlack.com</a> Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Imagine entering a new phase of life, one marked by hormonal change, transition, and growth, yet feeling completely unprepared to navigate the journey. This was the reality for Dana Lawson, a certified health coach, who faced her menopausal transition head-on. Dana joined us to share her personal experiences and insights, shedding light on the often misunderstood subject of menopause and its effects on women&amp;apos;s bodies, with special emphasis on women of color. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Navigating menopause need not feel like wading through a dense fog. With the right knowledge, support, and resources, it can be a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. For the men in our audience, this episode provides invaluable insights on how you can support your female family members through this significant life transition.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Diving deeper into the episode, Dana emphasizes the significance of holistic care, touching on essential aspects such as nutrition, stress management, exercise, and quality sleep. This episode is not just about managing menopause - it&amp;apos;s about thriving through it. Listen in to access Dana&amp;apos;s wealth of knowledge and resources, empowering yourself or the women in your life to navigate this major life stage with grace and confidence.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Dana Lawson:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Dana Lawson is a Certified Health Coach and Menopause Expert. She spent 15 years in the health and wellness industry and understood the importance of maintaining optimal health. However, when she reached menopause at age 51, she was faced with crushing fatigue, debilitating hot flashes, lack of sleep, weight gain, and depression. She tried everything she knew and activities that had worked for her in the past. This time, however, nothing seemed to work. Dana used the feelings of confusion and frustration to inspire her to seek answers for herself. But she didn&amp;apos;t stop there. Dana sought mentorship from a Menopause Expert and Certified Hormone Specialist in Canada. Dana&amp;apos;s mission is to help all women especially women of color, to understand what&amp;apos;s happening to their hormones during the menopause transition and why. She then teaches them how to get rid of symptoms and improve overall health with high-quality nutrition, prioritizing sleep, stress management, and intentional exercise. Dana also helps these women create mindset shifts in order to develop a positive relationship with their bodies so that they can confidently embrace midlife and be the happiest, healthiest version of themselves during the menopausal transition and beyond. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Her Training and Certifications:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;br/&gt;Certified Health Coach &lt;br/&gt;Mentorship with a Certified Hormone Specialist &lt;br/&gt;Dietary Supplement Specialist &lt;br/&gt;Advanced Nutrition for Health Coaches &lt;br/&gt;In Training for Menopause Doula Certification &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;You can find her here:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Website: &lt;a href='https://www.alignandshinenow.com/'&gt;www.alignandshinenow.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt; Instagram: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/alignandshinenow/'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/alignandshinenow/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt; Facebook: &lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/alignandshinenow'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/alignandshinenow&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt; Linktr.ee: &lt;a href='https://linktr.ee/alignandshinenowhttps:/linktr.ee/alignandshinenow'&gt;https://linktr.ee/alignandshinenowhttps://linktr.ee/alignandshinenow&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt; Free Resource: &lt;a href='https://alignandshine.ck.page/76b361697d'&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Show&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;Credits:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'&gt;@Doddsism&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Show Music: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'&gt;@IAmTheDjBlue&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Podcast Website: &lt;a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'&gt;StillTalkingBlack.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text Imagine entering a new phase of life, one marked by hormonal change, transition, and growth, yet feeling completely unprepared to navigate the journey. This was the reality for Dana Lawson, a certified health coach, who faced her menopausal transition head-on. Dana joined us to share her personal experiences and insights, shedding light on the often misunderstood subject of menopause and its effects on women's bodies, with special emphasis on women of color.   Navigating menopa...

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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms">Send us a text</a>When we sat down with Bobby Huntley, a Marine Corps veteran, author, and mentor to over 600 young boys, we were truly inspired. His Gentleman&apos;s Club program is a testament to the power of mentorship, and it&apos;s a journey he shared with us with great sincerity. We traversed his experiences in the school system, his own personal challenges, and, most importantly, the heartwarming transformations he has witnessed in the lives of young boys who needed guidance. Tackling the elephant in the room, we laid bare the undeniable truth: our societal structure needs a major overhaul when raising children. We delved into some hard-hitting topics, such as the absence of positive male role models in many homes and the rippling effects of this absence, especially in single-parent households. Bobby&apos;s insights were eye-opening, to say the least, and truly underlined the importance of mentorship and apprenticeship in shaping boys into responsible adults. But that&apos;s not all. We also looked critically at the school system, its impacts, and, more importantly, the solutions we need to implement. From the tone set by administrators to the relationship between teachers and students, Bobby&apos;s thoughts were enlightening. We also broached the damaging school-to-prison pipeline that has been a blight on the lives of young people of color. About Bobby Huntley A Veteran who served 13 1⁄2 years in the United States Marine Corps. Bobby is an Inspirational Speaker and Author of 5 books. Recently retired in October 2021 after 19 years as an Educator with the Virginia Beach City Public Schools in Virginia. Fourteen of the nineteen years, Bobby was the Director of an after-school Character Development Mentoring Program called the Gentlemen’s School for Boys. Receiving many awards and recognition; 3 times awarded Teacher Assistant of The Year, the “I Make A Difference Award” 5 times, and Commonwealth Of Virginia General Assembly House Joint Resolution No. 161. Bobby is the Pastor of Test of Faith Ministries in Virginia Beach, VA. (20 years). You can find more about Bobby and buy his books at <a href='https://www.brayehuntleyenterprises.com/'>BRayeHuntleyEnterprises.com</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture">Support the show</a>Show Credits: Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): <a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'>@Doddsism</a> Show Music: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'>@IAmTheDjBlue</a> Podcast Website: <a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'>StillTalkingBlack.com</a> Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1869977/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When we sat down with Bobby Huntley, a Marine Corps veteran, author, and mentor to over 600 young boys, we were truly inspired. His Gentleman&amp;apos;s Club program is a testament to the power of mentorship, and it&amp;apos;s a journey he shared with us with great sincerity. We traversed his experiences in the school system, his own personal challenges, and, most importantly, the heartwarming transformations he has witnessed in the lives of young boys who needed guidance.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Tackling the elephant in the room, we laid bare the undeniable truth: our societal structure needs a major overhaul when raising children. We delved into some hard-hitting topics, such as the absence of positive male role models in many homes and the rippling effects of this absence, especially in single-parent households. Bobby&amp;apos;s insights were eye-opening, to say the least, and truly underlined the importance of mentorship and apprenticeship in shaping boys into responsible adults.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;But that&amp;apos;s not all. We also looked critically at the school system, its impacts, and, more importantly, the solutions we need to implement. From the tone set by administrators to the relationship between teachers and students, Bobby&amp;apos;s thoughts were enlightening. We also broached the damaging school-to-prison pipeline that has been a blight on the lives of young people of color. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Bobby Huntley&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;A Veteran who served 13 1⁄2 years in the United States Marine Corps. Bobby is an Inspirational Speaker and Author of 5 books. Recently retired in October 2021 after 19 years as an Educator with the Virginia Beach City Public Schools in Virginia. Fourteen of the nineteen years, Bobby was the Director of an after-school Character Development Mentoring Program called the Gentlemen’s School for Boys. Receiving many awards and recognition; 3 times awarded Teacher Assistant of The Year, the “I Make A Difference Award” 5 times, and Commonwealth Of Virginia General Assembly House Joint Resolution No. 161. Bobby is the Pastor of Test of Faith Ministries in Virginia Beach, VA. (20 years).&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;You can find more about Bobby and buy his books at &lt;a href='https://www.brayehuntleyenterprises.com/'&gt;BRayeHuntleyEnterprises.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/CrownedCulture"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Show&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;Credits:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Richard Dodds (Host/Producer): &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/doddsism/'&gt;@Doddsism&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Show Music: &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/iamthedjblue/'&gt;@IAmTheDjBlue&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Podcast Website: &lt;a href='https://stilltalkingblack.com/'&gt;StillTalkingBlack.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Still Talking Black is a production of Crowned Culture Media LLC. All rights reserved.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text When we sat down with Bobby Huntley, a Marine Corps veteran, author, and mentor to over 600 young boys, we were truly inspired. His Gentleman's Club program is a testament to the power of mentorship, and it's a journey he shared with us with great sincerity. We traversed his experiences in the school system, his own personal challenges, and, most importantly, the heartwarming transformations he has witnessed in the lives of young boys who needed guidance.  Tackling the elephant...

Transforming Lives: The Power of Youth Mentorship with Bobby Huntley

Conversations on Identity, Culture, and Thriving. Formerly known as Still Talking Black, this podcast by Richard Dodds explores what it means to thrive while Black. Through open, reflective conversations on identity, culture, healing, and leadership, each episode weaves together stories of growth, resilience, and joy from across the Black experience. Produced by Crowned Culture Media, The Blackness Thread continues the legacy of authentic storytelling, connecting personal reflection with the collective strength of community.

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