This podcast covers the life of entrepreneurs, social change agents, business and health leaders, music and everyday individuals. Listeners will surely learn something new in a laid back enjoyable environment.
In this episode I interview my daughter up and coming Bass extraordinaire Zoë Ellington Blackwell-Allen. We talk about her career as a bassist and her recent acceptance to the world renown Baltimore School For The Arts! I'm sure that you will enjoy this conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this long awaited episode yours truly, Community Connections host Mike Allen is being interviewed by a long time friend, colleague and regular listener of the podcast, Gissel Guzman-Ploutis. I am sure that you will enjoy this conversation as I share my rise from East New York Brooklyn to that of two time published author and business owner. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode of Community Connections I had the honor to interview Ms. Sonnie Njau. Sonnie is the CEO of Men Impact Change. She is a global innovator, design thinker and thought leader! In our conversation we discuss the importance of the black woman uplifting the black man as well as her many contributions to black boys and men through her organization Men Impact Change. I am sure that you will truly enjoy this conversation. To support Men Impact Change, learn about what they are doing or how to be a part of this innovator concept please visit their website at: menimpactchange.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode of Community Connections your host Michael Allen talks to a group of students, faculty, and practitioners in understanding cultural competencies in working with African Americans in the mental health field. This presentation was conducted to the University of Texas at their Cultural Lenses conference which took place on July 21, 2021. The participants were equipped with the ability to better assist clients by utilizing strategic techniques that will assist individuals achieve their goals and realize their fullest potential. Mr. Allen also shared skill building exercises used from the recently released interactive workbook entitled: Windows To Your Soul. To order click the link I am sure that you will enjoy and learn something new! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode of Community Connections I had a chance to catch up with the new author, educator and dear friend Jerome Wise. Check out this podcast as we discuss our days in college, his time as an educator as well as his new book entitled: My Writes Have Rights! I am sure that you will enjoy! You can purchase My Writes Have Rights on Amazon today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode of Community Connections, I had the pleasure of interviewing former educator, consultant and business owner Ms. Jamila Sams of Go To Ms. Sams, Inc. Join the conversation as we discuss her upbringing in Philadelphia, her time as a teacher and vice principal in Baltimore City Public Schools, what ignited her to launch her company, Go To Ms. Sams and the development of her culturally competent curriculum entitled: We Do it For The Culture! Check out Ms. Sams Tedx Talk at Johns Hopkins University https://youtu.be/dhqHOMj44KM To schedule a consultation and/or presentation you reach Ms. Sams at the following handles: LinkedIn: Jamila Sams, MA ED Website: www.gotomssams.com Email: jzsams@gmail.com Twitter: gotomssams --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Join me on this journey as I interview Darnell Ramsey. Mr. Ramsey is a social worker, entrepreneur, father and friend. We discuss his days attending Lincoln University, his book entitled: Justifying Our Bull, fatherhood and so much more! I am sure that you will enjoy it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode of Community Connections I am sharing the recording of the Ted Talk that I conducted for Morgan State University. I covered the following areas: 1. Why did I decide to study social work? 2. What motivated me to become an entrepreneur? 3. Why did I become an entrepreneur? I also discussed my new workbook: Windows To Your Soul (Available on Amazon) and The Strength From Within my personal memoir (Available on Amazon) to order a signed copy you can go to: mazcan.com I hope that you find the show informative and inspirational! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Tune int o this very special segment as the host of Community Connections, (ME) Mike Allen shares the commencement speech conducted in 2015 to the First World graduates at SUNY New Paltz. During my speech I discuss my days in New Paltz, the challenges that I was able to overcome, support from the faculty and so much more! It was indeed an honor that I will cherish for the rest of my life. To purchase my memoir entitled: The Strength From Within Windows to My Soul visit: mazcan.com and click on TSFW the book. Blessings! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
In this episode my guest is Mr. David Ross. He is a poet, artist social worker, friend, father and husband. I am sure that you will enjoy our discussion about our respective time at The University of Maryland Shock Trauma Unit working with patients of interpersonal violence. We also discussed our time as social work graduate students at The University of Maryland School of Social Work. I am sure that you all will enjoy our intimate conversation. To learn more about David and his endeavors please visit: www.anartkeymusic.com davidtranslated@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Please check out this interview with Mr. Ramon Llamas, he is a wellness coach, real estate investor, community engagement specialist and entrepreneur. I am sure that you will enjoy our conversation as we discuss wellness, entrepreneurship and lessons learned from our time as colleagues at the federal government during President Barack Obama's administration.. To learn more about Ramon and his endeavors you can search the following: Email: ramon.p.llamas@gmail.com Twitter: RandomRPL LinkedIn: Ramon P. Llamas --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode of Community Connections our guest is Mr. Felix Chevalier Esq. He is an attorney, investor husband and father. Please join this great conversation as we discuss Cuba, business, international investing and consulting. I am sure that you will enjoy. To learn more about Mr. Chevalier and The Chevalier Law Firm you can simply search (Felix Chevalier) on all social media platforms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
This episode of Community Connections my featured guest is Ms. Latonia Rush. Latonia is an author, trainer, motivational speaker and life coach. Please join the conversation as we discussed growing up in Chicago, her triumph to greatness and her much anticipated book: How I Found My Authentic Self: 21 Keys That Opens Locked Doors. If you want to be motivated to do bigger and better things in your life, I am sure that you will enjoy this episode! To learn more about Latonia Rush simply search her name on all social media platforms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Our guest on this episode is Ms. Imani Nia Robinson. She has been an actress on The Wire, The Deuce and is also the Executive Producer for a new series entitled: 3 Blind Mice. I'm sure that you will enjoy learning about her journey within the entertainment world! She is indeed a trailblazer with an extremely bright future! To follow Imani please go to the following Instagram: Imani Robinson and 3blindmice_television To donate: 3blindmicepilot.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
On this episode my guest is Mr. Sadiq Ali. He has several accolades under his belt. He is the current Executive Director for Mentor Maryland, he is the host of The Sadiq Ali Show, he's a real estate investor, the author of Millionaire Manners, he's a husband and a father. I am sure that you will enjoy this conversation about HBCUs, the power of mentorship, entrepreneurship and fatherhood. To learn more about Sadiq Ali and his endeavors please search: Millionaire Manners Academy Maryland Mentor --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
This episode is with the owner of Mi Casa Su Casa | District 6 City Council woman Mrs. Johanny Cepeda-Fretiz. You will learn how she got into the restaurant business, became a council woman and successfully balances marriage and motherhood. I am sure that you will enjoy this fun filled conversation! Visit Mi Casa Su Casa at 320 Penn Street, Reading, PA 19602. Also, visit their stand every Thur, Fri, Sat at the Shillington Farmers Market. If you're looking for dinner and dancing visit us every Thursday at Caliente Night at the Crowne Plaza. Due to the current pandemic you can make a carry out order and get deliveries through various online platforms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Join this deep and very intellectual conversation with Mr. David Miller. He is the CEO and Founder of The Dare To Be King Project, he is a public speaker and activist. Please tune in as we celebrate the memory and legacy of Brother Minister Malcom X. To reach Mr. Miller for his books and services please go to: www.daretobeking.net Search and find David Miller on all social media platforms --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Our guest on this episode is Douglas Kington. Mr. Kington has over 28 years of commercial and corporate real estate experience. He is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Maryland, and is the broker of record for RE/MAX Commercial Logic. In 2003, Mr. Kington established Kington Commercial LLC, a full service commercial real estate brokerage firm, in Baltimore, MD. From its founding until it closed in 2003, the firm completed 68 transactions comprising of 341,372 square feet of commercial space and 45 multifamily units, having a total value of $39.3 million. You can contact Doug at: doug@crelogic.net www.crelogic.net (410) 630-1240 ext: 1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Join the conversation with Mr. Will Holmes, Chairman of The Chamber of Commerce. Will is a skilled entrepreneur, consultant and proud father. I am sure you will enjoy this episode as we discuss consulting, networking and client relationships! To learn more about Mr. Holmes and his services please visit: www.whcusa.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
This episode is with DJ I Da I. Listeners will enjoy learning the history of Hip Hop from a DJ's prospective. This conversation will take all hip hop enthusiasts down memory lane and have you answer the question: When did you fall in love with Hip Hop? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Meet Pickett Slater-Harrington! He's a social change agent providing equity for individuals and businesses in need! I'm sure you will learn something from this powerful discussion! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
Our First interview featuring my daughter 11 year old sensation Zoe Blackwell-Allen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message
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