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Necessary Conversations is podcast that deals with a myriad of issues from mental health, to the intersection of faith and culture, and everything in between! NO CONVERSATION IS OFF LIMITS!!! The purpose is to help you have the conversations you need to have with the people you need to have them with! 

Darryl M. Taliaferro


    • Feb 4, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 26m AVG DURATION
    • 21 EPISODES


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    20: Navigating The Challenges of Women In Leadership-Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 27:20


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined again by Christina Joy Whittaker, a speaker, leader, and business and leadership strategist. In this episode, Darryl and Christina expand upon the discussion about the challenges women face while navigating the various spaces and places of leadership. In doing so, they highlight women who lead is corporate spaces, government and the home. Follow & Support the great work of Christina Joy Wittaker Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.PivotBrandGroup.com Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    19: Navigating The Challenges of Women In Leadership-Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 26:23


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined by Christina Joy Whittaker, a speaker, leader, and business and leadership strategist. In this episode, Darryl and Christina discuss the challenges women face while navigating the various spaces and places of leadership. In doing so, they highlight the importance of establishing your own value, reminding those in leadership of that value, and they also discuss the cost of breaking the glass ceiling. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS! Follow & Support the great work of Christina Joy Wittaker Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.PivotBrandGroup.com Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    18: Episode 18: The Importance Of A Disrupted Perspective!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 32:53


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined by Ms. Sarah Fontenot, an Entrepreneur and Philanthropist. In this episode, Darryl and Sarah discuss the importance of examining and therefore challenging the perspectives you have regarding your past and present failures or successes. In doing so, they highlight the importance of disrupting that perspective, whatever it is, in an effort to reach your future goals and objectives. No matter what others think of you…it is YOUR OWN perspective of YOU that determines your ability to succeed!  Follow & Support the great work of Ms. Sarah Fontenot Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.DisruptorEliteGroup.comFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    17: Episode 17: Your Best Year Yet!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 8:59


    On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro has a candid conversation with YOU about the keys to making this your best year yet!! Regardless as to what has happened in previous years, this year can be different! The overall goal in this conversation is to both encourage and challenge you to do what you have to do now so that you can do what you want to do later!! Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    16: Episode 16: The Dangers Of Living In YOUR Truth!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 11:14


    On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro will have a conversation with YOU about the dangers of living in your truth! This episode will cause you ask yourself, Am I living in MY truth or am I living in THE truth? Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagramTwitter Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    15: Episode 15: The Trauma Associated With The African American Experience - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 20:05


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined again by Dr. John R. Faison, Senior Pastor of the Watson Grove Baptist Church of Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, Darryl and Dr. Faison discuss the various challenges African Americans have faced over the years, as well as the overt and covert trauma that is associated with it. In this episode Darryl and Dr. Faison discuss how trauma causes you to say yes to things that are outside of your assignment. They discuss the importance of identifying and staying in your lane as a leader, helping youth deal with trauma and the importance of seeking counseling on the journey. Follow & Support the great work of Dr. John Faison Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.JohnFaison.orgFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutube www.DarrylTaliaferro.orgConnect with The Elephant In The Room, Inc.   Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.TheElephantInTheRoomInc.org

    14: Episode 14: The Trauma Associated With The African American Experience - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 25:35


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined  by Dr. John R. Faison, Senior Pastor of the Watson Grove Baptist Church of Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, Darryl and Dr. Faison discuss the various challenges African Americans have faced over the years, as well as the overt and covert trauma that is associated with it. In this episode Darryl and Dr. Faison explore such trauma by identifying the various points of origin both today and in yesteryear and in doing so, they explain how said trauma affects you mentally, emotional and physically. Follow & Support the great work of Dr. John Faison Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.JohnFaison.orgFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    13: Episode 13: Helping Our Youth Deal With The Challenges Of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 35:34


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined  by Dr. Jasmine Scott, School Psychologist with the Clarksville Montgomery County School District and Founder of REDy2Soar Mentoring Program for tween girls ages 10-13. In this episode, Darryl and Dr. Jas discuss various challenges we have faced in the year 2020 and the impact this year has had on our youth.  In this episode you will learn valuable tips on how to help your child navigate the uncertainties of this year.Follow & Support the great work of Dr. Jasmine Scott  Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.AreYouRedy2Soar.com Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    12: Episode 12: Producing In A Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 12:02


    On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro has a candid conversation with YOU about the importance of producing in a pandemic. Regardless as what is happening around us, there are still ideas, goals and objectives yet to accomplished. The overall goal in this conversation is to both encourage and challenge you not to miss the purposeful moment amid our perceived misery.Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    11: Episode 11: What's Now? & What's Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 21:20


    Welcome to Season 2 of Necessary Conversations Podcast!!! On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro will have a conversation with YOU about current state of our country….What’s Now? and What’s Next? This episode will cause you ask yourself, Why am I worried, anxious and/or fearful about what’s to come? You will also be introduced to Darryl M. Taliaferro’s best friend, one that can help you with what and how you feel!Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    10: Episode 10: MARRIAGE: Convenience Or Covenant?- Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 40:36


    On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro is joined again by Shayla Raye, President & CEO of Shayla Raye Consulting. In this episode they converse about Cardi B & Offset as well as the misconceptions of marriage, how to navigate through tough times as well as the questions you need to ask yourself when considering marriage. Ultimately, this episode will help you answer the questions, Why do I REALLY want to get married? Is it because of convenience or covenant?  Or, Why did I REALLY get married? Was it because of convenience or covenant? Connect with Shayla Raye on:InstagramInstagramYoutube www.ShaylaRaye.com (coming soon) Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    9: Episode 9: MARRIAGE: Convenience Or Covenant?-Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 27:32


    On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro is joined by Shayla Raye, President & CEO of Shayla Raye Consulting. In this episode they converse about the common desire of many to be married. The conversation centers around Shayla’s personal journey, her marriage, divorce, and healing! This episode will cause you ask yourself, Why do I REALLY want to get married? Is it because of convenience or covenant?  Or, Why did I REALLY get married? Was it because of convenience or covenant? You don't wanna miss this!!Connect with Shayla Raye on:InstagramInstagramYoutube www.ShaylaRaye.com (coming soon) Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    8: Episode 8: Check On Your Strong Friends!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 28:41


    On this week's episode, Darryl M. Taliaferro has a candid conversation with YOU about the importance of checking on those around you…… especially your “strong” friends! Admittedly, 2020 has be an interesting year! From the death of notable figures to the blatant racial inequality that has pervaded our world. This year, to say the absolute least, has been one for the books. However, with so much going on around us, every now and then we need to check on those who “appear” to be strong. The overall goal in this episode is to help you help yourself as well as your “strong” friend navigate through these uncertain times!Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    7: Episode 7: Part 2 - The INJUSTICE Of The Justice System!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 35:48


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined again by Attorney Keeda Haynes, Senior Legal Advisor at Free Hearts, a Non-Profit Organization that provides support, education and advocacy for families impacted by incarceration and deportation. In this episode, Darryl and Keeda discuss various prominent legal cases and the perception of injustice throughout each of them. Follow & Support the great work of Attorney Keeda Haynes and Free Hearts  Facebook   Instagram Twitter  Youtube www.freeheartsorg.com Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    6: Episode 6: The INJUSTICE Of The Justice System!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 29:26


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined by Attorney Keeda Haynes, Senior Legal Advisor at Free Hearts, a Non-Profit Organization that provides support, education and advocacy for families impacted by incarceration and deportation. In this episode, Darryl asks Keeda to share her personal story of how she was impacted by the injustice of the justice system. Together, they walk a journey toward understanding both how and why Keeda was convicted for her “alleged” involvement in a drug distribution ring which subsequently caused her to spend almost four years in federal prison.Follow & Support the great work of Attorney Keeda Haynes and Free Hearts  Facebook   Instagram Twitter  Youtube www.freeheartsorg.com Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    5: Episode 5: Part 2 - The Assault On The Black Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 40:18


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined again by Eric D. Evans, Executive Director of 4:13 Strong. In this episode they continue the conversation regarding the assault on the black man by discussing the importance of affirmation as well as the power that words hove on shaping the destiny of the man.Follow & Support the great work of Eric Evans and 4:13 Strong Facebook   Instagramwww.413strong.orgFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    4: Episode 4: The Assault On The Black Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 29:31


    This week, Darryl M Taliaferro is joined by Eric D. Evans, Executive Director of 4:13 Strong, a 501(c)(3) organization that works to equip men between the ages of 18-30 to succeed both personally and professionally. They converse about the implications of being a black man in America as well as the perceived yet real assault on the black man. Follow & Support the great work of Eric Evans and 4:13 Strong Facebook  Instagramwww.413strong.orgFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    3: Episode 3: The Importance Of Talking To Yourself!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 27:04


    Follow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    2: Episode 2: The Goal Of Getting It Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 37:39


    3 Steps Toward Getting It Out:1. Introspection 2. Acknowledgement 3. Accountability Our Responsibility As A Friend is to:1. Listen 2. Pray3. ReferFollow & Support the great work of Keshia Dennis and  The Elephant In The Room, Inc.   Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.TheElephantInTheRoomInc.orgFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    1: Episode 1: Your Mental Health Matters!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 30:28


    Follow & Support the great work of Keshia Dennis and  The Elephant In The Room, Inc.   Facebook   Instagram Twitter  www.TheElephantInTheRoomInc.orgFollow Necessary Conversations Podcast on:FacebookInstagram Twitter  Youtubewww.NecessaryConversationsPodcast.comConnect with Darryl M. Taliaferro on:FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubewww.DarrylTaliaferro.org

    Trailer: Get Ready

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 1:29


    Darryl M. Taliaferro shares his vision for the Necessary Conversations Podcast! In this trailer he shares with you his hope and sincere desire that you will join the conversation as he, along with various guest, converse about a myriad of topics...some comfortable and others not so comfortable...yet, all of them, he believes, are necessary conversations that will assist you in being the person you were destined to be. 

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