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E121 The Making of Fan of the Wind Deluxe Version

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 15:32


I am thrilled to share my experience of writing poetry, recording my first EP "Fan of the Wind", and the joy of collaborating with talented producers. Plus a sneak peek into my upcoming poetry book and the audio projects associated with the book.   Buy a copy of Fan of the Wind EP + Deluxe Version today!

E120 The Creative Process of The Red Racer

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 23:30


It's exciting to share the journey of writing my second children's book "The Red Racer", and the challenges and triumphs of bringing it to life.   Check out my latest project "Fan of the Wind EP" here!

E119 My Journey to Healing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 14:09


I share a deeply personal journey in this episode - my path to reconnecting with the Bible and how it helped me navigate through depression and anxiety. "In nothing be anxious, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God."

E118 The New

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 12:43


Just excited to be back on the pod and share what I've been up to. I have been creating mad content, one of them being my latest children's book "The Red Racer" in collaboration with my 6 year old son, a music project with my brother C_Books and more. I also switched over to Bandcamp as the new home for you to support me and how you can be a part of my journey. Check out the greatest MC I know Concept Books aka C Books.

Errands

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 17:19


A short update on all things poetry and myself. Switching over to Bandcamp as the new home to support me and how you can be a part of this new journey. Check out the greatest MC I know Concept Books aka C Books.

E116 Emotional Intelligence

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 29:41


Emotional Intelligence in a world that often emphasizes stoicism and emotional detachment in men, it's time to explore the transformative power of emotional intelligence. Join me on a captivating journey of self-discovery as I delve into the impact of emotional intelligence on men's lives. This episode aims to challenge societal norms and shed light on the untapped potential of emotional intelligence for men. I explore the various facets of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills, and how they contribute to personal growth, relationships, and professional success. Thank you for tuning in and grab a copy of my Creative Verses: A Poetry Journal today. Subscribe to my poetry newsletter Insights Magazine to receive a poem every week.

E115 Donna Brissett Content Creation [Full]

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 91:17


In this final episode of season 3, I have the privilege of speaking with Donna Brissett for the third time and she drops more gems than ever about the ins and outs of content creation. She dives deeper and shares more about her journey as a content creator and generating income on a consistent basis. Great tips on getting started and negotiating for your value and making sure the compensation matches that value.  Follow Donna on Instagram and check out her YouTube Channel for some amazing content.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E114 Donna Brissett Content Creations [S]

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 56:01


In this final episode of season 3, I have the privilege of speaking with Donna Brissett for the third time and she drops more gems than ever about the ins and outs of content creation. She dives deeper and shares more about her journey as a content creator and generating income on a consistent basis. Great tips on getting started and negotiating for your value and making sure the compensation matches that value.  Become a Patron member today and you can access the full interview. Follow Donna on Instagram and check out her YouTube Channel for some amazing content.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E113 Tri Vuong

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 30:20


Become a Patron member to gain access to the full episode. I spent some time with Tri Vuong an illustrator, comic writer, the creator of The Strange Tales of Oscar Zahn, Anchovie Akiyama, and co-creator of Everyday Hero Machine Boy, and learned a great deal about his creative process and dedication to his projects. Follow Tri on Instagram. Join his mailing list at Tomago House.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E113 Tri Vuong [FULL]

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 75:56


I spent some time with Tri Vuong an illustrator, comic writer, the creator of The Strange Tales of Oscar Zahn, Anchovie Akiyama, and co-creator of Everyday Hero Machine Boy and learned a great deal about his creative process and dedication to his projects. Follow Tri on Instagram. Join his mailing list at Tomago House.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E112 Community Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 13:35


Let's celebrate and recognize the incredible community leaders who have dedicated themselves to promoting positive change and improving the lives of those around them.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E111 Stouteesha Itz a Ting

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 31:36


Become a Patron member to gain access to the full episode. In this episode, I shared some laughs with my guest Stouteesha as she walks me through her journey of ups and downs and getting shot, being incarcerated, being a mother, and still standing. She shares her viral moments and more. The full episode is available for patron members. Pledge here. Follow Stouteesha on social media here.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

DAPShow Patron PSA

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 2:54


Attention all listeners and supporters, there are some changes with the podcast moving forward. Please listen to be informed.  "Become a Patron" today to continue to gain full access to all episodes and more.

E110 Law 5 Reputation is Everything

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 12:55


This law states that "a good reputation is the most valuable asset you can have." Law 5 is all about understanding the importance of a good reputation and how it can impact all aspects of our lives.    Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E109 From Fear to Freedom

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 7:35


Brené Brown, the famous author once said, "Vulnerability is showing up when you can't control the outcome." This reminds us that sometimes we have to take a risk and be vulnerable in order to grow and learn. In this episode, I'll be sharing three tips on how you can embrace vulnerability in your own life.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E108 Tanasha Smith (Once Broken)

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 77:27


Tanasha Smith is a driven entrepreneur and business owner. She is the owner of Mastery of Self Inc a counseling services business and the author of "Once Broken" which is available for purchase on Amazon. Follow and support Tanasha on social media.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E107 Law 4: Always Say Less Than Necessary

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 19:37


The fourth of the 48 Laws of Power series. When you are trying to impress people with words, the more you say, the more common you appear, and the less in control. How can we use this principle in our daily lives?   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E106 Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 15:39


The third of the 48 Laws of Power series. Anyone who blabs about their plans will find them fail. How can we use this principle in our daily lives? In this third law, I share ways to apply the law to both personal and professional settings.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow  

E105 Law 2 Never Trust Friends, Use Enemies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 13:10


The second of the 48 Laws of Power series. In this second law, I share ways to apply the law to both personal and professional settings. This law is a challenging one and requires great skill in order to effectively apply it in your daily routine.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E104 Spin El Poeta

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 96:17


This man has been through it all both personally and professionally. SPIN is his name and his journey is ever evolving as he continues to grow in every aspect of his life. Learn more about this man and his passion for other humans. Support his work here, and follow him on social to build with him.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E103 Law 1 Never Outshine the Master

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 8:44


The first of the 48 Laws of Power series. In the first law, I share ways to apply the law to both personal and professional settings.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

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E102 Amma Darko

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 15:52


In this episode, I highlight another African trailblazer. Amma Darko is a Ghanaian novelist. She had won The Golden Baobab Prize for one of her novels. One of her most notable creations is her novel "Faceless." A short summary of the book. Faceless is about the death of Baby T, a child prostitute who was murdered and mutilated by unknown men in a Market square.   You can find more frequent content here. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E101 Dancing Warrior

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 72:25


In this episode, I spent time with an old colleague and friend Sahar Joya. She has accomplished so much both personally and professionally. In our conversation, we discuss many things including her journey to find herself, her identity, and happiness through passion. Follow Sahar on social media here to learn more about her and her journey.   You can find more frequent content here. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E099 Speaking Your Truth

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 17:50


In today's society, speaking up and expressing your opinions can be a difficult task. We often find ourselves walking on eggshells to avoid hurting others' feelings, or worse, risking the loss of a friendship or relationship.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E098 Viola Desmond

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 15:22


Viola Desmond was a Black Canadian businesswoman and civil rights activist who became a symbol of the struggle against racial segregation in Canada. One of the most famous incidents in her life occurred in 1946, when she was arrested for refusing to leave a whites-only section of a movie theater in Nova Scotia.   Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E097 Effective Communication

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 21:07


Communication is the process of exchanging information, ideas, experiences, and thoughts through speaking, writing, body language, and other mediums. It's a fundamental part of human interaction and plays a vital role in our personal and professional lives. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E096 Between The World And Me

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 18:21


"Between the World and Me" is a letter written by Ta-Nehisi Coates to his teenage son. In the book, the author reflects on the state of race in America and the ongoing legacy of racism and violence against Black people. Visit the shop to pick up a copy of Scriptures from the Sidewalk and the children's book The Best of Gray Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E095 Fresh Start

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 63:58


Shonna Brown has not only accomplished so much professionally, but she continues to share her gifts of music and acting with the world. She recently released her latest single “Fresh Start ft. Choclair” from her upcoming project. Check her out online and support her on Instagram and Facebook. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow  

E094 Impact of Sports

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 27:51


Sports do help young people maintain a healthy weight, develop strong bones and muscles, and improve cardiovascular fitness. This episode explores other areas in sports that serve as a great benefit to young people and adults. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E093 Poverty Mentality

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 30:13


A poverty mentality influences behaviors that are consistent with a person's beliefs and more. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E092 Feeling Anxious Lately?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 31:54


Every now and then we will experience a feeling of fear and uneasiness for many reasons including stress. Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can have a significant impact on your life. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E091 Start With A Community

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 35:56


Communities as I have known them are a thing of the past. Communities are extinct in the 21st century. No longer are communities physical spaces, they have transitioned to online communities. Making a delicious pot of soup requires vision, ingredients, confidence, and love. Building a healthy community is similar to making soup that revives the soul. It all begins with one person. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E090 Why Not Snitch For Life?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2023 30:56


Society scares me and rightfully so because this feeling of I can't trust the people in my circle to remain sturdy during an earthquake is real. When things are falling apart and you need your close circle of people to not flip on you in order to save themselves, what choices will they make? If loose lips, sink ships then it is safe to say that there are more ships sinking today than there are sailing. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E090 Critical Thinking

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 28:35


Socrates told his students to examine every idea on its merits alone. Critical thinking is a great skill to have. It allows you to detect and avoid deception from others and identify facts that are accurate and brings you closer to the truth. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E088 When People Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 41:49


There is something special that happens when you care about others in every capacity of your life. Human beings are a complex species, why do we go out of our way to simplify our interactions with others? Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E087 The Soul In The Soil

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 30:50


Challenging traditions from a logical stance. How we defined environments in the past appears limited when we look at the complexity of humans today. Environments aren't limited to our physical surroundings, but our spiritual and mental as well. Share your thoughts in the comments, like and subscribe and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E086 Born Black

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 28:58


You ever wonder what it feels like to be born Black? You ever wonder what I think about and how I feel at times? I know you don't care about any of that, but I'll share something with you today that might be interesting. Share your thoughts in the comments and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E085 Hush Now

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 50:47


The world has available to us, what we need to survive and be successful, however, we are the indecisive ones who lack the skill to identify the value and significance of the resources readily available to us. Share your thoughts in the comments and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E084 All In Your Feelings

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 45:12


The majority of our decisions stem from our feelings and our feelings evoke our reactions to everything happening around us or with us. Share your thoughts in the comments and watch the video on the tube @DAPShow

E083 Can't Quit For Nothing

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 11:36


This is an ode to everyone out there grinding, hustling, persevering through life, and experiencing those dark moments when quitting seems to be the best possible option. Quitting is not an option. You can't quit for nothing.   Check out the visuals for the show here.

E082 Never Be Broke Again

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 26:56


We all deserve a break from the bottom, whatever that is for you. There is nothing great about being broke outside of the possible fact that it builds character, resilience, and tenacity for some. This episode speaks to the three areas we should never be "broke" in again and it's completely up to each individual to hold themselves accountable for this. Share and subscribe. Your support is important to the podcast.   Check out the visuals for the show here.

E081 Never Change

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 28:40


After a much-needed re-calibration from everything, the podcast returns for a 3rd season. This episode is for everyone experiencing growth in multiple areas of themselves. Many parts of us must evolve for the better, however, our foundation should not be heavily tampered with, otherwise, we will pay greatly for it.  Share with others who can relate or may resonate with. Subscribe so you never miss another episode. Your support is much appreciated and needed.   Check out the visuals for the show here.

E080 How Lucky Are You

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 32:28


In this final episode of season 2, I shed some light on the impact luck has on the many circumstances we find ourselves in as well as the amount of misfortune and incredible opportunities we encounter. The journey of success can be extremely elusive if we are ill-prepared while disregarding luck and its role in almost everything that happens along the journey. Thank you for all your support and I look forward to reconnecting with you in season 3.

E079 What Does It Take?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 12:10


I ask the simple question "What does it take to be a man?" I share my answer to the question, knowing it isn't my final answer. It is my first attempt at answering the question but it definitely isn't my final answer. How would you answer this question? Please share in the comments.

E078 Dear Modern Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 52:01


In this episode, I share my thoughts on the narrative floating around many platforms regarding modern women. I question where some of the confusion is coming from and how we as a society can be of support.

E077 Overcoming Tribulations

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 78:30


In this conversation, I learned a great deal about Angela. A single mother who was tasked with the difficult decision of putting her second born up for adoption and changing her decision. Once she regained custody of her child, she then had the responsibility of having to bury that child within a short span. 

E076 Protecting Your Inner Peace

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 63:24


An insightful conversation with two friends on how to protect your inner peace from toxicity. We discuss several scenarios and share our experiences as well as perspectives on them.

E075 When is it a good time for attention

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 40:27


When is it okay to get the attention or not to give the attention to your partner? This episode is an attempt to understand the opposite sex and how men can gain a greater understanding of women. What do women want from men in a relationship? Is what men have to offer or give to a relationship enough for women?

E074 Logically Speaking Emotions Fail to Listen

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 32:09


In this episode, I am logically speaking about the difficulty some of us have to listen to logic and reason when we are emotionally triggered by the truth in what is being spoken. 

E073 Beautiful Lies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 37:53


In this episode, I address the topic of habits and how our habits impact us on a daily basis and beyond. How many bad habits do you have and how do you intend to drop them? Adopt some of the suggestions in this episode and reap the benefits of adopting new positive habits and behaviors.

E072 Players, Ballers and Cocaine

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 39:07


In this episode, I discuss the contrast between the slave auction block and today's entertainment industry structures. How this structure treats its black acts or characters in comparison to the treatment of slaves by slave owners of the past.

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