Dropping Jewels

Mario Ford  author of the  book God in The Classroom, summarizes chapter one "Potter's Mentality," breaking the chapter down into bite-sizable pieces so you can get an understanding on what the journey of Prophet Jeremiah has to do with teachers in the classroom. 

Get to know the author of the book GOD in the classroom, with a quick introduction of the book. The author, Mario Ford also answers  questions about the origins of the book and purpose for the book. Is God important in your life? Do you think education is missing the spiritual aspect? Do you want to connect on a deeper level with your students, children and mentees to make a greater impact? Mario J. Ford connects the dots on how to bring God back into the classroom, offering practices from the examination of biblical stories on how educators can consciously be the vehicle that brings God into the classroom.

Vanesha Nekei, an influencer, author, musician, platform creator, motivational speaker and so many more things joins this weeks episode to drop some major jewels. Discussing writing and publishing her first book to the discrimination she faced as a female artist in a male dominated industry. Vee Coop drops some major jewels make sure you tune in to catch them. 

Omar Brock, founder of the Brock Foundation, shares his journey to becoming a pilot, and why he created the Brock Foundation, which is dedicated to "Inclusion in Aviation." Omar drops some major jewels, make sure you tune in to catch them. 

Dr. Erica Witherspoon joins the show and drops some major jewels. Tune to listen to how this young black queen walked by faith and became a Podiatrist. Dr. Witherspoon is combining her purpose with her passion, while making it look good. 

Dr. Vivian Okirie, joins us this week and drops some major jewels. Dr. Okirie shares her journey to becoming a Medical doctor and some of the biggest obstacles she has had to face in the medical field. Black Girl Magic is on display, come in a listen to how this young lady is overcoming racism and sexism and is still excelling. 

Briana Ford, graduate of Howard and Cornell University, joins the show this week and drops some major jewels. She shares jewels about the initiative  that she created to help "Equip" Englewood's citizens so they can be successful in the workforce also shares about her journey working with other initiatives and discusses her college career. Tune in to catch the Jewels. 

Pierre Whatley, a Howard graduate joins us this episode and tells us about his journey from a small town to daily walking the halls of Capitol Hill. The Renaissance man comes through and drops some major jewels.  

Dr. Crystal Seldon, comes through and drops some major jewels. Dr. Seldon graduate of Morehouse Medical School shares successes and struggles of her  journey to become a black female doctor. Only two percent of active physicians are Black Women now you have the chance to hear one. 

Join us and hear the journey of Stanfred Hussle Philpot, he tells us his story from college football player to a body builder and now owning his own gym. He tells us how he transformed his life and is using his Lyon Heart to transform other people lives. He drops some major jewels that you do not want to miss out on. Tune in.

Are you getting vaccinated or are you hesitant? Tune in as we have a conversation about the good and bad of the Covid-19 vaccine with Dr. Prentice Taylor of Advocate Hospitals and Brother George West of Concerned Christian Men. 

Damieon Bland, also known as Dany'al Israel joins us today as we discuss his spirtual journey and how it is connected to his basketball career. The founder of Next Generation Basketball Academy and a published author drops some major jewels that are applicable to any journey of success and redemption.  

Shawn Hutson joins the conversation today as we discuss his journey to becoming debt free at the age of 29 and how he plans to become a millionaire within 10 years. He drops some major jewels that are applicable to your life right now, no matter the financial situation you are in. 

Dr. Bryon Young joins the episode this week and drops some major jewels. We discuss his  journey to become a Psychiatrist, how the health industry has treated people of color unfairly since the beginning and also goes in depth on what exactly systemic racism is. 

Heidi Picard, a Real Estate Developer, Multi State Broker and Social Justice Activist joins the episode this week and discusses, real estate tips, ways she helps build her children to become "Justice Fighters," and the things she does in Chicago to help fight for people who have been oppressed. 

Kamar Zachery, joins the conversation today and drops some major jewels. Kamar discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and his hustle to dominate the fashion and health industries. 

Nate and Mallory Sutton join us on this week episode and discuss how they have been married for 40+ years and how they created generational wealth in a field where blacks are extremely underrepresented. Their testimonies will bring you to tears, seeing how G#D has moved in their lives. 

Derek Michaels, Census Trainer and Outreach manager with Illinois Action for Children, Joins the episode today and explains to us why the census is important and the positive and negative impacts it can have on a community. Derek also explains how the census is just as important as voting. 

Today we have Alan Bonner and Tray Matthews, two athletes who converted their NFL dreams into reality. They both give us insight on their journey to the NFL and what really set them apart from the others, tune in to catch the jewels of two cougars who are continually transforming into lions. 

Amadou Mbodji, joins the episode for this week, dropping some major jewels. From Senegal to America, following hoop dreams. Amadou tells us how basketball provided many opportunities in his life and how he took advantage of those opportunities. 

Tia Mason, an upcoming reggae artist joins the episode this week and talks about her journey of becoming the artist that she is today. You do not want to miss this episode and learn about the Black Cocoon.

Young Noah, a world known Christian rapper joins the episode today and drops many jewels. We discuss his journey as a musician, his entrepreneurship experience and shares with us insight into his walk with the Most High!

Reverend Dr. Natasha Ward, joins the show today as we discuss nurturing spirtual Gifts, practicing Christian Mysticism, thoughts about  Mother God, lifestyle as a Vegan and the benefits of meditation.  Dr.Ward really drops some majors jewels that are applicable to life right now. 

Dr.Von Mansfield joins us on the episode, starting off season II strong. We discuss his journey from a NFL Cornerback to Superintendent of one of the most prestigious schools in Illinois. The episode is full of jewels from a man who has reached the highest level in every field he has dedicated himself too. 

RaMona Westbrook, one of the first of three African American female certified Architects in the state of Illinois, joins us on the episode for this week and drops some major jewels. We discuss her journey becoming an Architect and how black women as a whole are the cornerstone to civilization. Make sure you tune in to catch the jewels. 

Shelby Hines, joins us on this week of Dropping Jewels. As we discuss what it is like being black in America while  being a Christian. Shelby shares some great insight and drops some major jewels, make sure you tune in to catch the jewels. 

Angel Gaines, joins us today on the episode. She is a comedian, special education teacher, life coach and life organizer she is drops major jewels about her journey and discusses different relationship dynamics. Make sure you tune in to catch these jewels.

Tera Kemp, an educator on the Southside of Chicago, joins us today and drops some major jewels. We discuss the educational system in urban areas around America and the impact that it is having on our black youth and we also discuss what needs to change so we as people of color will be prepared for the future. Tune in to catch these Jewels.

Danielle Perry, joins Dropping Jewels today and drops some major jewels. Danielle shares her journey from a Howard graduate to working close with President Obama now the Executive Director of Growing Home, which is dedicated to urban farming and job training. She gives insight into the agriculture field, the field where blacks have been underrepresented for many many years. Tune in to catch the jewels. 

Shango Johnson, joins us on this weeks episode dropping major jewels. Known as Mr. Englewood a Kundalini Yoga Master Teacher, Mentor and my  Big Brother shares his journey from a Gangsta Disciple to God's Disciple and how he is doing his part in the positive resurgence of Englewood, Chicago. 

First live episode Mario Ford discusses why he started the podcast, what is it meant for and what are the plans for the future. Make sure you tune in as Mario Ford, the founder of Dropping Jewels discuss the podcast and himself.

Michelle Ramos, Northwestern University graduate and Caleb Wagner, University of Chicago graduate join us today as we discuss Urban Education from the perspective of the outsider, meaning someone who is not of the same race of the students they are teaching. These two passionate and dedicated individuals share their insight into why the achievement gap is what is it is and offer solutions to solve some of the issues that we are currently experiencing within the  urban educational system. Tune in to catch the Jewels that are being dropped. 

Dennis and Zion Banks, join us today on the episode as we discuss Black Love. Questions about knowing your partners love language to the importance of receiving marriage counseling are addressed in this episode. The Banks share their wealth of knowledge when it comes to relationships and their experience in Black Love. Tune in to catch some of the Jewels. 

Michael Anthony joins us on the episode today. He tells his journey from dropping out of high school, joining the military in the heart of the Vietnam War, becoming a detective and eventually starting his own International Security Company. Tune in to catch some of the jewels that Mr. Michael Anthony is dropping. 

Rachel Dickerson joins us on the episode today. An ex attorney chose to stop practicing and follow her passion. She nows owns her own business, Golden Style Consulting which specializes in "transforming Bosses who believe in the power of style." Tune in to catch the jewels that are being dropped. 

Jordan J.A.A Bey, joins us on this episode and drops some very heavy jewels. The conversation centers around the "spirit" and "know thyself." Tune in and join us on this journey. 

Darnell Leatherwood II, joins us on the show today and discusses a wide range of topics concerning the African American Community. Darnell also highlights his campaign "Black  Boy Shine" which is dedicated to changing the narrative of black boys around the globe. Tune in a you may catch a few jewels.