Welcome to the One Village Podcast. We believe that, just like a village, a diverse group of individuals can come together to create something bigger then the sum of the parts. Happy New Year! Over the next several months you are going to hear a variety of people. Some will be old and some young. Some black and some white. We’ll have men, women, and folks that identify as non-binary. Some will prefer the color red and others blue. Some will have a fair amount of disposable income and some may be living paycheck to paycheck. We’ll have vegans, pescatarians, omnivores, vegetarians, flexitarians, and folks on macrobiotic diets. Some will be single. Some will be married. You’re baby’s mama is welcome and so is your brother form another mother. We’ll be inviting beer drinkers, coffee drinkers, and non-drinkers. If you ride a motorcycle, we’re glad you could join us. We’re planning on diversity and inclusion but NOT hate speech or judgement. The one thing we’ll all have in common is the we all Have (got) Something To Say! This podcasts is intended for adults but we don’t want to make it so kids can’t listen. There may be mature themed content but not unnecessary song or curse words. We don’t want to limit folks freedom of speech. We just prefer you expand your vocabulary and ours by using better more appropriate words. We may agree. We may disagree. We may have to agree to disagree but we’ll all be part of the same village. One Village.
Jesus said, "I gave them the message that you gave me, and they have received it." Mel said, "Love is all there is."
Courtney Renee says goodbye. Her number one health and beauty tip is... Drink more Water!
It may be goodbye for now but stay tuned. Christopher Massey has plans for his own podcast called "This is Life".
Finally, Christina Marie thanks all the people it takes to make us sound good. The orchestra, the tech crew, and so many people she can't remember.
[Global Staci #15] What can travel teach us about ourselves and the world around us? Can we as people and as a society value experiential learning as much as we value formal education? In this final episode I talk to my husband and we reveal the life lessons we learned and the intangible gifts we’ve enjoyed traveling around the world with our children. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci [Muli bwanji, Zikomo, Yendani bwino (Chicewa) How are you? Thank you, Stay well] “Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends.” – Maya Angelou “We are made for goodness. We are made for love. We are made for friendliness. We are made for togetherness. We are made for all of the beautiful things that you and I know. We are made to tell the world that there are no outsiders. All are welcome: black, white, red, yellow, rich, poor, educated, not educated, male, female, gay, straight, all, all, all. We all belong to this family, this human family, God's family.” – Desmund Tutu
Jesus said, "Love one another, just as I love you." Mel said, "It's all about the love."
Facial Steaming can be a great part of your healthy skin regimen.
Have a plan? Good. Don't have a plan? Maybe a Vision Board is for you.
Special thanks to the choreographer, the costume folks, the set designers, and everyone else that come together to make us look GREAT!
[Global Staci #14] Five years later I talk to my teenage daughter about her two years of homeschool and get her perspective on taking a family trip around the world when she was only 10. If you are considering such a trip with your kids, why not hear firsthand from a kid who’s done it, what she liked, disliked and what she learned. Would she recommend it, or do it again? Listen to find out! To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci [Bula, Vinaka (Fijian) Hello, Thanks] “I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them.” – Mark Twain “Voyage, travel, and change of place impart vigor.” – Seneca
Jesus said, "I am the vine, and you are the branches." Mel said, "A person rooted in Love can do anything."
Another great skin care episode. Courtney Renee has combination skin. Wanna know her secret? Charcoal! No not from the BBG grill. You'll have to listen to learn more.
With so much negativity in the world, it can be hard to be joyous. John 15:11 "...Your joy will overflow..." Share your Joy with others.
Christina Marie shares some examples of musicals that crossed from stage to screen OR screen to stage. She's hoping for a Blue Genie!!
[Global Staci #13] Five years later I talk to my teenage son about his year of homeschool and get his perspective on taking a family trip around the world when he was only 12. If you are considering such a trip with your kids, why not hear firsthand from a kid who’s done it, what he liked and disliked, what he learned and how his experience has informed his future. Would he recommend it, or do it again? Listen to find out! To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci [G'day mates! Take it easy (Aussie slang)] “I am a passionate traveler, and from the time I was a child, travel formed me as much as my formal education.” – David Rockefeller “The success of the experiment is in proportion to the desire to discover and enjoy.” Man Ray
Jesus said, "I am the Good Shepherd." Mel said, "You have everything you need."
Scent Bird is a subscription service. They send trial sizes of high end fragrances to test based on the information you provide about other scents you have tried and liked.
How much of the history of your friends do you know? Do you want to be part of their history AND do you want to them to be part of yours?
Christopher Massey is back with another movie that was inspirational to him. We ALL should be celebrated! Why not you?
In 1958, West Side Story brought you The Sharks and The Jets. It also brought with you one of Christina Marie's favorite Latin Musicals.
[Global Staci #12] Part two in this 5-part series on planning a family trip around the world. How much pre-planning is necessary? What should you consider when choosing where to go, when to go, where to stay and what to do? To hire a guide or not to hire a guide, perhaps that is your question? Join me for ideas and inspiration to make your travel dreams come true. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci [Halløj, Tak (Danish) Hello, Thanks] “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” – John A. Shedd
Jesus said, "Why are you alarmed?" Mel said, "Do not be afraid."
Yes genetics is huge but we can do things to combat not so great genes. Lush Products are one of Courtney Renee's favorite.
Christopher Massey is back with his take on Meet the Robinsons. A movie with a great message. You guessed it. Keep moving forward and never stop believing in yourself.
Hamilton is a great example of a predominately Hip Hop Musical. But who was first? You'll never guess where we started.
[Global Staci #11] The greatest travel adventure I’ve had thus far is circumnavigating the globe with my family during our first year of homeschool. I was inspired and had just enough courage to believe I could do it mostly on my own, with two kids ages 10 and 12. It was undoubtedly the experience of a lifetime, one that we all enjoyed immensely and look back on with awe and wonder. In this first episode of a 5-part series I share how I got the ball rolling. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci Books that inspire world travel: The Innocents Abroad by Mark Twain. Wide-Open World, How Volunteering Around the World Changed One Family’s Lives Forever by John Marshall. Tales of a Female Nomad by Rita Golden Gelman. Vagabonding by Rolf Potts. [Buongiorno, Buonasera, Grazie mille (Italian) Good morning, Good evening, Thanks very much] “We must go beyond textbooks, go out into the bypaths and untrodden depths of the wilderness and travel and explore and tell the world the glories of our journey.” – John Hope Franklin
Jesus said, "As the Father sent Me, so I send you." ... Mel says, "Be the Church."
You want them? Here is how Courtney Renee gets her eyebrows just right. Remember that they are not twins! The are sisters! The don't have to be identical. Just follow the natural curve & shape.
Clubhouse is one of the newest forms of social media. Christopher Massey thinks it is a wonderful way to meet people and grow your network. Get your invite and check it out.
When was the last time you jammed out to sum Andrew Lloyd Weber?
[Global Staci #10] When planning a great trip, it pays to know some things in advance so you don’t have regrets later. Write down your itinerary, set some things in stone, learn the lay of the land, and leave room for serendipity. An informed traveler is a better traveler. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci www.google.com/flights www.Rome2Rio.com [Sawasdee ka, Khop khun ka (Thai) Hello, Thank you] If you are a woman, this is how you would say Hello and Thank you in Thai. The ending “Ka” denotes the gender of the speaker as female, not the gender of the person to whom you are speaking. End instead with Krab if you are a man. “When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money.” – Susan Heller
Jesus said, "Don't be alarmed." ... Mel says, "Tell your story."
Dive into your passions. Courtney Renee did. Today she discusses Yoni Steaming.
Oryne Stewart brought along a friend for today's episode.
Is Social Media causing depression? Is keeping up with the Jones' destroying your happiness. Take a break when you need it.
Rogers & Hammerstein were two of the first to incorporate messages in the shows. From Hair to Rent to Hamilton, you will find messages.
[Global Staci #9] Oh the places to go! The world is a big place. What should you consider when deciding where to travel and when to go? I’ll give you things to think about ahead of time that will help you plan a great trip and be a more informed traveler. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci https://www.couchsurfing.com/ https://globalstaci.com/2016/06/22/rtw-in-50-days-tips-for-traveling-during-ramadan/ [Salaam Alekum, Inshallah, Shukran (Arabic) A common greeting meaning Peace be with you, If God wills itsaid when genuinely hoping for something, Thank you] Love is not about property, diamonds and gifts. It is about sharing your very self with the world around you. – Pablo Neruda
The Crowd says, "Crucify Him!" ... Mel says, "Live your life's an expression God's Love."
Great Skin! Great Skin!! Great Skin!!! Courtney Renee found a great skin care product at... wait for it... Marshals!
Would we have Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant if James Naismith wasn't looking fo an activity to be played indoor during the winter?
For better or worse, let's talk about wedding vows.
Who knew? Christina Marie breaks down the difference. No you do!
[Global Staci #8] I’m a fan of travel planning because I believe if you answer some important questions before your trip, you’ll have a better trip. In this episode I help you get clear on the purpose of your trip, who you’ll be traveling with and things to consider when budgeting. This is the first in a 3-part series on tips and tools to help you become a better traveler. To learn more or to contact me check out www.globalstaci.com. @Global_Staci My solo trip to Panama https://globalstaci.com/2017/07/27/4-days-in-casco-antiguo-panama-city-panama/ GV Women Build Paraguay https://globalstaci.com/gv-paraguay-women-build-2017/ [Merhaba, Güle güle (Turkish) Hello, goodbye] “Just to travel is rather boring, but to travel with a purpose is educational and exciting.” – Sargent Shriver
Jesus says, "A grain of wheat remains no more than a single grain unless it is dropped into the ground and dies." and Mel says, "Share the Love!"
Courtney Renee is full of energy today!! She brought Mophe. Great quality at a great price. https://www.morphe.com
Let's go a little deeper into Oryne Stewart. Who is he, what does he do, and why does he do it? James 1:19
Once upon a time, the role of the husband was clearly defined. That has changed. As long as you are working together toward a common goal, it's all good.
It honor of Women's History month, Christina Marie shared her thoughts on where women have come from and where they can go in theater.
[Global Staci #7] Where do we find inspiration? What stimulates us to be creative, to make a plan, to act on our desire? How do we get clarity to face our fears to make big changes in our life? This show is all about giving you ideas, inspiration and encouragement to follow your dreams. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci [Jambo, Asante sana (Swahili) Hi how are you? Thanks a lot] We desire to bequeath two things to our children; the first one is roots, the other one is wings. — Sudanese proverb Where you will sit when you are old shows where you stood in youth. — Yoruba proverb