Please Do Tell

I know. I know. The last quarter was spotty but we're back with more updates! Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠

This year is wrapping up fast and it was a whirlwind. Before we conclude let's get our checklist out and make it bright. Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠

Has 2024 whooped yo arse too? The good news is that it ain't over and there's some joy in that. Let's chat! Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠

A recap of the Retracing Their Steps exhibit launch and the brief story of my family's great migration story. The exhibit is available at the Morton House Museum, Benton Harbor, MI until October 6th. Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠

Change on the horizon and I'm here to share more! Also, if you're going to be in Southwest Michigan on September 5th here's the link to our event mentioned in the show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/951495126537?aff=oddtdtcreator Theme: Chile this bout to change, again! Pivot! Reference: Tiger Marching Band Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠

Our band camp stories shall begin...NOW! Theme: Band Camp Stories Reference: Name that Movie Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠

All the feels...Proceed. Theme: 3rd Quarter Reference: Route 66 Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠

Hurt people, HURT...PEOPLE. I've had my share of life changing events that occurred in July. This time I recognized what I do and don't want. Theme: 3rd Quarter Reference: Player's Club Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠

I had a whirlwind of an experience abroad with fifteen young scholars and some pretty dope chaperones. Let me tell you how it went! Organization: ReUnited Travel - https://www.reunitedtravel.org Theme: 3rd Quarter Reference: Song Titles Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠

There is something about the month of July that always seems to give me Goosebumps. Well, buckle up because I have a feeling this month is going to be good! Theme: 3rd Quarter Reference: Season's Change - Jagged Edge + Expose Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠

The people in our village have a huge impact on us. Here's a story about someone that changed how I viewed the world, Forever. Theme: Black Music Month/Pride Reference: Rhythm & Blues Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠

If you remember your Saturday mornings consisting of this iconic show be sure to share this episode with three friends. Let's talk about some music and the memories attached to it. Theme: Black Music Month Reference: Soul Train/Don Cornelius Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠

Alright homies it may be my favorite month of the year outside of my birthday celebration at the beginning of the year. This month will be packed with all things music! Get into this week's story time. Theme: Black Music Month Reference: Al Green's Greatest Hits Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠

The silver lining from what feels like a continuous fog. Ancestral Stories! Conversations that resurfaced during the pandemic and why no one should be embarrassed. Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month Reference: COVID Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: ⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠

Hurt people, hurt people. I could have lost it all until I got some advice that would sustain me. This is the story about my introduction to a new state and job. Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month Reference: Single Black Female (and White): The Movie Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the stories that stem from working and living in Richmond, Virginia. Whew. Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I'm here to share a story about showing up as myself more. Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

April is Financial Literacy Month and the scams are at an all time high! I'm ready to share! Theme: Financial Literacy Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

Grief is real and I needed some time to process everything going on around me. Here's the lessons that I learned from my Grammy including what it looks like to grieve. Theme: Stress Awareness Month Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

A roadtrip that consisted of driving over 500 miles in less than 2 days. The people I encountered and the paths that were traveled. Behind the scenes stories of Retracing Their Steps that was good we had to break it into two parts. Disclaimer: This episode was pre-recorded before the passing of one of the sweetest women in my lives. My Grammy/Godmother Ruby Earven. The person who taught me about grieving as a Christian. I hope you enjoy this episode and will release our episode together at a later date. Kickstarter Campaign for Retracing Their Steps: Theme: Girl Power (Women's History Month) Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

A roadtrip that consisted of driving over 500 miles in less than 2 days. The people I encountered and the paths that were traveled. Behind the scenes stories of Retracing Their Steps that was good we had to break it into two parts. Kickstarter Campaign for Retracing Their Steps: Theme: Girl Power (Women's History Month) Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

One of the reasons why I love March is because it's all about that action and also the anniversary of being a burn survivor. The connections I have made within the last fifteen years are divine and I'm grateful for them. I'm here to highlight one of my recent ones and to talk about getting through a busy February with "Retracing Their Steps." Kickstarter Campaign for Retracing Their Steps: Theme: Girl Power (Women's History Month) Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

Saying Yes to the desires of my heart. Here are my reasons for saying, "No," in this season of my life. Theme: Black Love Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

Probably the most vulnerable episode yet! I'll have to do a separate video about how I was recording this one and the audio went out (reboot computer and everything). Let's just say I wasn't being obedient. You'll see around the 11:04 mark. The story time went down its intended path. Theme: Black Love Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

My friends get the love to me by any means necessary even during a Polar Vortex. Here's the story of yo homie Ronnika celebrating a milestone birthday in the "Windy City." Theme: New Year Goals Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

Last year did a number on your homie. It was important to do a reflection of 2023 and what changed before entering 2024. A work in progress... Theme: New Year Goals Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

My friends are like family and they are continuously assisting with moving mountains. Last episode of 2023! Enjoy! Friendsmas Memories Theme: Holiday Stories Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

The holidays don't look the same and haven't for years. Let me give some tips on how to get through the holidays while grieving. Grieving During the Holidays https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/iya... Theme: Holiday Stories Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

November is all about giving thanks for me. The #SteeleThankful Challenge changed my life over seven years ago. This story time is dedicated to the rebranding of Steelelens.com and ushering in anew. What are you #SteeleThankful for? Theme: In The Spirit of Giving Thanks #SteeleThankful Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

November is all about giving thanks for me. The #SteeleThankful Challenge changed my life over seven years ago. This story time is dedicated to the angels that I encounter during my travels. Especially while filming the "Journey of Many Souls" Documentary.What are you #SteeleThankful for? Theme: In The Spirit of Giving Thanks #SteeleThankful Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

"1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. This includes a range of behaviors (e.g. slapping, shoving, pushing) and in some cases might not be considered "domestic violence."  In this episode we are having story time with the homie, Corlis. She shares an intimate snapshot of her past and why she's determined to break the silence of DV. Theme: It's OCTOBER HELLO Domestic Violence Awareness Month Connect with Corlis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corlis-s-nichols-001b2b1ba?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Facebook business page: https://www.facebook.com/Imbreakingthecode?mibextid=LQQJ4d  Amazon: Your Daily Dose of Inspiration Volume 1 https://a.co/d/coDKumP Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Corlis Shatoy Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

"Who got the Body?" is the first chapter of Passed On by Karla FC Holloway and I am reminded of when I began this work. For #NationalArchivesMonth I will present stories from my personal archives. Enjoy this story time with special guests as we talk about HOW my love for the archives, history and the stories beyond the dash came to be. Theme: A Month for Awareness Whats in your archives? Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest(s): Surprise :-) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

"Why did I go to college" was a question I was often asked while working with young people. Well, I've brought a friend along for this ride. Corey will share about his experience being a student athlete. The dedication. Hopefully this will inspire a young person. Sit back and enjoy this long, good azz episode y'all. Theme: Life after High School The Marathon Continues: A Student Athlete's Story Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest: Corey Neeley - FB: Corey Neeley, T&IG: Neelz_13 Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams

"Why did I go to college" was a question I was often asked while working with young people. Well, I've compiled a few stories to help navigate why attending college was my only option. Blogpost: http://www.steelelens.com/index.php/2015/09/14/loner-and-a-rebel-a-story-about-a-rebellious-teenage-nerd/ Theme: Life after High School "3Fs - Frustrated, Flunked and Finished" Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams Guest: Yo Homegirl Ronnika (@pleasedotellpodcast) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks

Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Continuing with our theme which should really be a series by itself! But y'all let me know if you want more. Do we need a Part 2 or 10? Theme: Protect Black Women "Black Women Navigating White Spaces" Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Kyna King (On Facebook) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks

Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Continuing with our theme! Our guest will be sharing with us how she arrived at her self care journey and why you need to be saying YES TO YOU! Theme: Protect Black Women "Self Care Sunday" Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Sherronda Miles (On Facebook) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks

Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Dive into this episode for more deets plus many story times with yours truly. This episode is close to the chest and may be triggering for some. For the black girl that ever questioned her worth. I see you... Theme: Protect Black Women "What's Your Worth?" Article mentioned in this episode: https://19thnews.org/2023/07/student-loan-debt-pay-gap-black-women/ Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Ronnika Williams (LOL!) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks

Stop the Silence, Stop the Violence by Carleton Brooks. A new campaign launching in collaboration with The Final 48 Project. We'll hear from Bro. Brooks about the passion behind the campaign and WHY those stories need to be heard everywhere. Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Carleton Brooks Technical Director: Jake Seaton Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI

Okay so Jomil and I go way back to stomping the yards in undergrad. I haven't seen her in years so we get to reconnect on this episode. #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Jomil Bell @theamericangriot Technical Editor: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: Public Media Network, Kalamazoo, MI.

Welcome to a new segment of the PDT podcast, "The Creatives Corner." We are catching up with Deuce Carter who's been entertaining people all of his life and has recently returned to his first love...MUSIC. Connect with Deuce Carter: deucecarter22.wixsite.com IG: deuce_carter2 Creative: Deuce Carter Host: Ronnika Williams Tech: Jake Seaton Music: Wildflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI

This guy may look familiar but I promise it's a brand new episode. We caught up with Uriah and he's talking to us about his current project(s). #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Uriah Baker - IG @blackology203 Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.

Straight outta Fort Pierce, Florida! We get to have story time with one of my good homies, Denard Fenaud. He's sharing with us how he arrived at his why, and the many reasons that his star is one of the brightest. #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Denard Fenaud Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.

"A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty." - Unknown Are you ready for episode four of the What's Your Why series for the Please, Do Tell podcast? Let's welcome two guests to the show, James Gunter & John Sams IV. This dynamic duo are sure to become household names with their organization "Present Pillars." Sit back, relax and be ready to hear why being a black father is so special to them. #WhatsYourWhy I don't know what the *&^% I'm doing - Guide Book to Fatherhood - By John Sams IV https://idkwtfidbook.com Connect with Present Pillars on all social media platforms. Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: James Gunter and John Sams IV Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.

We're back for episode three of the What's Your Why series for the Please, Do Tell podcast. Let's welcome Dashuna Broyles-Robinson, a name that you will not forget. Her life's mission is educating and assisting others to have access to resources plus changing systemic practices. A "student of life; leader of people" would best describe Dashuna. Let's get into it. #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Dashuna Broyles-Robinson Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.

Welcome to the second episode of this series for the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Your favorite homegirl Ronnika will be chatting with Luis Perez. With a surprise twist that dates back over two decades ago. #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Mr. Luis Perez Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The first episode will feature Dr. Bernice Patterson, Founder and CEO of the Infinity Consultation Group  (infinityconsultationgroup.com)  In her words, “As a believer and a therapist I have come to know God as a comforter and a guide who will never leave you nor forsake you.” Patterson will send you on a journey of how she became a Psychologist and the way she uses faith to nurture her community. Dr. Bernice drops priceless gems throughout the episode that I'm sure you will be quoting later.  #WhatsYourWhy   Host: Ronnika Williams  Guest: Dr. Bernice Patterson  Technical Director: Jake Seaton  Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI  Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.

Welcome to the Grand Finale of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. After viewing the previous episodes we noticed there was something missing. The young people that are featured on this episode are some of our secret weapons for change in the 49022. And they are calling US out! Enjoy this episode and let us know what you think. Special Guests/Community Voice(s): Tyler Meeks, Eric Johnson, Quincy Sulton and Tekeidra Masters Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Editor: Kristine Kruse Producer: Mary Gayen Tech Manager: Kyndall McCoy Host: Ronnika J. Williams Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, Michigan This series is in collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland. A special thank you to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Welcome to Episode Twelve of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This episode is our last conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter for the series. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! To change the narrative we need to go against the norm. Let's unpack that now... Interviewee: Larry Carter Community Voice: Corey Neeley Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Editor: Kristine Kruse Producer: Mary Gayen Host: Ronnika J. Williams Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, Michigan This series is in collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland. A special thank you to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Welcome to Episode Eleven of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This episode is Part 2 of our conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! This episode is not for the faint of heart. Full of facts and solutions to better your neighborHOOD! "Make it fast, blow it fast; end up with nothing." Interviewee: Larry Carter Community Voice: Andre Crenshaw Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Editor: Kristine Kruse Producer: Mary Gayen Host: Ronnika J. Williams Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, Michigan This series is in collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland. A special thank you to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Welcome to Episode Ten of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This episode is Part 1 of our conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! Let's dive into our conversation that is all about the strongest influences in the 49022! Interviewee: Larry Carter Community Voice: Sheana Kizer Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Editor: Kristine Kruse Producer: Mary Gayen Host: Ronnika J. Williams Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, Michigan This series is in collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland. A special thank you to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Welcome to Episode Nine of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This is part 5 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group. This is our last conversation with Mrs. Bertha for the series and listen it's so good! We speak with Mrs. Moon who is the Co-Founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group along with Mrs. Bertha and also a retired RN. Interviewee: Mrs. Bertha Carson-King Community Voice: Mrs. Dotty Moon Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Editor: Kristine Kruse Producer: Mary Gayen Host: Ronnika J. Williams Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, Michigan This series is in collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland. A special thank you to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.