ReDeeFined the Podcast

Most women, I will not dare to say all, have a plan in their head. We will fall in love, get married, have a beautiful wedding, start a family, and live happily ever after. Oh, and did I mention that this will all happen by the age of 30? But what happens when it doesn't? What happens when the story doesn't go as planned? When the story has a few pit stops, but ends up better than you can imagine, despite the hurt? Let's talk about it. Join me right now as I sit down and talk to my friend Meeka about why Healthy love is Worth the Wait. We talk about sexual assault, healing, love, and yess of course the proposals. You don't want to miss it

Welcome to season 3! Join me as I sit down and talk to Erica Townsend. As we catch up, laugh, and talk about life. The conversation was not only engaging but we agreed to disagree in many areas. Erica shares her experiences about her mental health, Cancer, loss, love, being a mother and so much more.

Join my as I sit down with one of Compton's very own, YS Perignon. As we disscuss his city, growing up, and his drive behind the music.

Join me as I sit down with the talented man behind Sounds x Goodall. Kevin, a DJ from Washington D.C. who moved to California, shares his story of loss, what it is to be a black man and father, and how important and life changing therapy is. You don't want to miss this episode.

Hey Family! Everyone's favorite is back! Join me as I sit down with the one and only UnspokenViews. This episode is filled with so many laughs. However, this episode is also filled with life changing advice and words of wisdom. Views came through and held nothing back. By the end of this episode you will definitely have a new meaning of what it means to pick you. I say it all the time and I mean it everytime, BUT this time I really really really mean it, you do not want to miss this episode. Come hang out with us. Oh, and Welcome to the #muvment.

Join me today as I sit down with the man behind Tru1Hundred Radio, Jamal Bostick. As he gives us a behind the scenes look into his life. Jamal shares his story with us and tells all about how Radio changed his life.

The first time I sat down and spoke to Mosaicc he shared parts of him no one knew. He shared his story of addiction, growth, and triumph all while being transparent and vulnerable. He shared his truth and never once held back. Little did we know his episode would get over 1,000 downloads. Making his episode a fan favorite! With his new EP, “Outside,” being released on May 7th and his new project “Buena Park” dropping in Fall 2022, I knew it was time to bring him back and catch up. Join me as I sit down with Mosaicc as we discuss everything from music to parenting. You do not want to miss this episode.

Life goes by at an alarming fast pace, and the volume of work we're expected to complete is ever-increasing. All over the world, people are spending far more than the traditional 9–5 hours getting their work done, week after week. While companies are trying to make workplace stress less of an issue, it still has a significant impact on employees. Frankly, taking regular breaks is something that doesn't get the amount of attention that it deserves. However, what happens when you decide to Pick You and no longer scribe to what the world is telling you? When you make the choice to do what your body is telling you to do. When you make the decision to do what is best for your mental health at all cost. Join me this week as I sit down with clinical social therapist, spoken word artist, and owner of Earnest Expression, Antoine Heard;as we discuss his journey of taking time to reset, recharge, and realignment.

Time has passed, life has changed, but this feeling on this day is always the same. Over the last ten years, I have said everything I could about a woman who was not only my best friend but my first love. To have experienced love so pure at such a young age was a blessing. To have loss at such a young age was a lesson.This week on the newest episode of ReDeefined the Podcast I introduced and reintroduced many of you to a bittersweet chapter of my life.When I listened to the episode, I wanted to do it over. There was so much I missed, so much I wanted to discuss, but I didn't. I would like to believe God led me right where I needed to be.It was full of truth and transparency, but also with love.I hope you enjoy this episode.

If I was honest, I would tell you that I thought to have a successful podcast I had to have a guest. A season opener, someone to pull in my listeners, to showcase and highlight what we do on ReDeefined the Podcast. As I sat down to create a plan for Season 3 Miyoshi says, “I think you should stop focusing on getting interviews but sharing a message and then the guest will come.” Oop. She was right, and I was absolutely ready to do what I love. So as soon as my voice came back, I got straight to it. Here we go… Tune in right now and listen to the FIRST OFFICAL Episode of Season 3 of ReDeefined the Podcast with me, your host Dee McKoy!

There is no greater journey than Motherhood. It is confusing and it is filled with a ton of highs and beautiful moments, but it is also filled with many many lows. Sometimes you are going nonstop. You work 40 hours, you are running errands, take the kids to practice, and doing it all off of 4 hours of sleep, if your lucky. No complaining, sometimes crying, but never giving up. Truthfully sometimes you forget to pat yourself on the back and say "bitch you doin' a good job." There are also those other days, when you may have cursed too much, yelled too many times, and your patience..well what is patience? If you know, you know. Being a mom is hard. Join Miyoshi and I as we talk about everything to do with motherhood . Men there is something in here for you too. Tune in right now for the newest episode of ReDeefined the Podcast! You do not want to miss it!

Join me as I speak to Chef Ky, of the Bake Kithen. As we sit down and discuss the many curve balls that life throws at us. From moving at an early age, to becoming a young mother, to learning the truth about healing. I promise you that you will hear something that you can relate too. Not only will you be able to relate to it, but in the short 45 mins that we spoke, there were truly some gems that were shared.

True friendship is when two friends can walk in opposite directions yet remain side by side. That is how I would describe my friendship with Lawana. LuLu and I are extremely close, but it is no secret that we are on two different ends of the spectrum. Although our lives are sometimes total opposites, we somehow manage to show up for each other. With us being on two ends of the spectrum we never have a dull moment, especially when we are having our girl talk. Join us right now as we discuss my fear of purrin' and stirrin' and why it took LuLu 3 times to determine if she liked being slapped. Sit down with us and have a few laughs, some very transparent moments, and open discussion of fear and failure. You don't want to miss this!!

There is something about the innocence of a child and when you listen to this episode..That is all you will feel. Join DaniiMarie and I as we talk about COVID, Mookie, peepee accidents, and who she wants me to love and does not want me to love. You'll be surprised.

Do you remember being 15? That feeling of being carefree and only having to worry about homework and friends? Or what about getting ready to go to the Friday night football games? I remember the day of the games; the players would wear their jerseys. And no matter if your school had a winning team or team that didn't win often, Friday night you were at the game. Now take a moment. Maybe even close your eyes and imagine... Imagine playing in one of those games. Then hours later learning that it was your last game to be played, because you were diagnosed with cancer at 15. Join me as I sit down and talk to the owner and creator of Addicted to Results, Brandon. As he shares his story of beating cancer, supplements that he used to aid his journey while having cancer and after, and why Addicted to Results is not just a moment, But a movement for the people. Check it out right now! Streaming on all platforms

Two years ago today Mookie's life changed. Not only did her life change, but so did mine. I had to unlearn and relearn how to be a parent, how to be a sister and how to be supportive. In the last two years we have had many highs and a whole lot of lows. One thing is for certain, we have all grown. Today I took the time out to celebrate my child. She has had 1000000 reasons to give up, but she somehow manages to keep going. Some days are harder than others, but every day, she tries. To my heart beat and my headache, to my first baby, my broke bestie, my number one fan, bad havin attitude 18 year old, and amazing individual.. you have come so far! Every single day that you get up and try, I am more proud of you. The road has not been easy, it has not been fair, but I have watched you put one foot in front of the other despite not understanding. TIn the past two years you have shown and taught me so much! Thank you. This episode is for you. Happy New Chapter Day to the strongest person I know.

Let's catch up.

The plan was simple. It was bullet proof even; go to college and play football. But what happens when one turn changes your life forever? Do you stay angry, do you give up, or do you keep going? Or do you accept what it is and change your perspective? Join me right now for the newest episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast. I had the privilege to sit down with Bryan from Painful Pleasure Fitness. We discussed the swift transition of his life and how changing his perspective was key!

McKoy Deyana 5:23 PM (0 minutes ago) to me June 19,2020 was the last time I did a solo episode. From my understanding in the podcast world that is way too long. However, my passion comes from talking to other people and hearing their stories. As my good friend Destani has said many times I am always asking someone “how does that make you feel?” This week I sat with the idea of needing to do a new episode but still wanting to remain true to my mission; be intentional, have people share testimonies, and be honest AND transparent in our conversation. Despite what many people think, having that kind of standard for a guest makes it hard to have people want to come on my show. Well, I went to sleep knowing that I would not be putting out a new episode and that was okay. Until at 12:30 in the morning, my spirit said get up and you do it. Join me this week for a quick episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast. Where I bare a little bit of my soul. Where I stay try to mission of ReDeeFined the Podcast and I speak my truth. Happy listening Family

Since the day Makala was assaulted one of the statements I've made over a million times, was, “I do not want to lose my child to something that was not her fault.” But over the last few months..I have watched how trauma can move through someone's life like a wildfire. Just as wildfires are destructive to land, I have watched how PTSD, depression, and anxiety can consume someone's mind, body, and spirit. 10 days ago As I drove from Fullerton to Long Beach in complete silence. When I finally spoke it was to God. I begged him with everything in me to not let me lose one of the best parts of me, my sister. Join myself, Makala, and the rest of my family in celebrating (6/29 & 6/30) as we celebrate Mookie taking her power back, speaking out about her assault, and celebrating life.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Tune in today, Tuesday March 23, for a new episode of ReDeeFined.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Don't forget to follow @__ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ You can listen to ⁣⁣ RIGHT NOW at ⁣ ⁣ @applepodcast @spotify @googlepodcast @soundcloud @stitcher @podserve.fm ⁣⁣⁣@youtube⁣ @pandora ⁣ ⁣ Don't forget to like, share, repost, and leave a review!!!!⁣ ⁣ #encouragementthroughtestimony #redeefinedthepodcast #sexualassault #healing #noshame #survivor #warrior #blckgirlmagic #newchapterday ⁣#sheholdsthepower #noshame #moliedookieboobootowel #podcast

ℕ ! ℕ ! ℕ !! Imagine being born into the world and before you get to remember her smell, her touch, or her voice, your mother passes away. Or By the time you are 16 you have become a sexual assault survivor. Then by time, your 23 you are a single mother who has survived Domestic Violence. For many the first 16 years would have been enough to say, “I quit.” However, that was not the case with Shawna. As we have learned on ReDeefined the Podcast, life is full of swift transitions. This week Shawna discusses how those swift transitions did not break her. She speaks about how strength grows in the moments that you think you cannot go on, but somehow keep going. This episode goes beyond just surviving, it speaks to why she is Still Here. Join me right now for the newest episode of ReDeefined the Podcast, I AM Still Here, with Shawana. If you need some encouragement or a reason to not give up, this episode is for you

On ReDeeFined the Podcast one thing that we have always focused on was the truth behind parenting. I have also been very vocal about uplifting fathers and their roles that they play in their children lives. This week is no different. I had the opportunity to sit down with artist and songwriter Tony Tig about what life is like as a single father of two girls. We discussed dad life, dating, chasing his dream, and the impact that music has had on his life. Join us right now on ReDeeFined the Podcast for Episode 6, Life Lessons, with Tony Tig. You will get a few laughs, a lot of gems, and a great conversation! Available NOOOOOOW! Tune in every Tuesday to catch a new episode. Streaming right now on @applepodcasts @googlepodcast @spotify @pandora @youtube @amazonpodcasts @podserve.fm @stitcherpodcasts.

A mother's love is always with her children. Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, her caring, and her wisdom live on like a legacy of love that will always be with you. This week I had the opportunity to sit down and talk to Pash. We discuss what it is like having a mother struggling with addiction, what its like to be separated it from your siblings, and the process of losing the only person who has ever heard your heartbeat. This episode not only talks about a mother's love, but it speaks about the journey of motherhood and building. This episode speaks to so many different areas of life, that we can all relate too. Join me right now for the newest episode, Beyond Motherhood, with Hairstylist and Owner of Peace Lovee Hair @peaceloveehair. You do not want to miss it.

Part One we got into Who Tris is, but Part Two, we touched a little bit of everything while laughing and drinking.

Imagine growing up in a household full of love. Surrounded by family, music, and great food. Where your mother is your best friend and you spend your weekends learning family recipes. Then along the way, something changes. You realize you are different and you know being different goes against everything you have been taught, but more importantly against your family's beliefs. Do you hide who you are to be loved and accepted by your family? Or do you stay true to who you are and live for you? Join me this week as I sit down with the host of Cooking with Tris, Triston Hickman, as we discuss family, loss, love, and freedom.

It has been ten years since I seen Anthony Lopez. When I finally seen his IG page @heavytomodified I looked at in disbelief. I knew the smile, I knew the voice, but the man I was looking at was someone different. He was still confident ass AJ, but he was half the size I knew him to be. I scrolled through all his post. I seen that he had been on Good Morning America and NBC, but none of that mattered. As a friend I was simply just proud of him. I knew it was not easy…but I could also see he had not quit. It takes a certain kind of strength to workout, lose weight, and keep it off. Not only is he on a journey but he is allowing the world to see all his highs, lows, and encouraging us along the way. I can, I will, I must, is just what we all need to start or continue the journey to a healthy lifestyle. Join us RIGHT now, on @applepodcast @googlepodcast @spotify @pandora @podserve.fm @amazonpodcast @stitcher

Once you get over the fear and the shock of having a baby or another baby, something else kicks in, it's indescribable, but it is something that surpasses joy. You are carrying and creating life, you are growing and glowing and although the circumstances may not always be ideal, you can't help but smile at thought of your baby. But life is full of swift transitions and sometimes..it doesn't go the way we planned Experiencing a pregnancy loss is devastating. While no healing journey is the same, join me as I sit down with You Ta'Quonna, as we discuss what it looks like to go through loss, what it looks to discover self, and how pain can be used as a source of power. Tune in right now to Episode 2 of ReDeeFined the Podcast.

Trigger Warning: It is said that one out of every six men report having been sexually abused as children. That number becomes even more frightening when you consider the fact that sexual assault crimes are vastly underreported. In society we are still learning how to discuss any kind of sexual assault; The conversations around sexual abuse of Black boys are far, far rarer. Now allow me to add another layer to this conversation, living life as a black transgender man. They experience oppression such as racism and cissexism. This is all a part of Silas story. Silas shares his story of sexual abuse, transitioning, de-transitioning, and the power of faith. Join me as I sit down and have a conversation that needs to happen more often. One that is full of transparency and triumph.

January 2020 was the first time I spoke of the podcast. June 2020, I dropped my first episode. I did it afraid, I did it in doubt, I did it while thinking I was not enough, but I did it while telling “God, however you want these testimonies shared, I will do it.” Almost a year of speaking it, I have officially ended my first season. Boy let me tell you, it was hard. When I spoke about wanting to have a podcast in January 2020, I did not think for one second, that God would show out the way He has done this season. I say God because, I literally did not have the faith in myself to do the things ReDeeFined has done in such a short time. We ended the Season 1 with 3,000-episode Downloads, 100+ subscribers, 300 Views on our YouTube Channel, and the opportunity to speak with Chuck Dizzle from Homegrown radio and Real 92.3 on an IG Live to discuss the podcast and what it stands for. I promise you it is not about numbers; it is and has always been about an act of Faith. ReDeeFined the Podcast is an act of Faith. As we start Season 2 I just wanted to touch bases with you. Most importantly, I wanted to say thank you. Thank you for being apart of my dream! Thank you for all the love; Thank you. Now let's catch up.

In Part 1 we spoke about the highs and lows of our relationships. We touched on many things that many people did not know. This episode we dig a little deeper into David's story. We talk about so many things. We have had some character building circumstances take place in our lives. Neither of us can say that the ride has been easy. Everything we have gone through has been a life lesson. Join us RIGHT NOW as we sit down and have a real transparent converstation.

All season you have heard me talk about David. The love I have for him, the highs and lows of our relationship, the hurt, the challenges, the smiles, and the tears. I began to share my life with David at 21, as am 90 days away from my 31st birthday; I cannot help but reflect. We have had some character building circumstances take place in our lives. Neither of us can say that the ride has been easy. Everything we have gone through has been a life lesson. Join us RIGHT NOW as we sit down and have a real transparent converstation.

Cedric and I have known each other since we were in junior high school. As adults now we thought it would be a great idea to catch up and talk. As we took shots of tequila, and talked, we realized that we had some extremely different views. This episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast is unlike any other. Listen to us as we discuss our love for podcasting and Cedric's remarkably interesting beliefs about everything from relationships, faith, and purpose. I promise you; you will be surprised.

I was given the opportunity to sit down and talk to @official_bootsyano.I will not lie I was literally blown away.I wasn't sure how our conversation would flow because it was our first time officially meeting and talking..but once we sat down that didn't even play a factor!We spoke about everything from life as an artist to mental health!This episode will be a great listen; especially if you need some encouragement!Tune in RI GHT NOW to @redeefined_the_podcast and check out @official_bootsyano and I.I promise you..You will LOVE THIS EPISODE!And while you're at it go head and purchase Yano Season(on all streaming platforms)

Part 2: The wait is finally over! We cut you off at a great spot last week. Here is Part II. Five years ago, God gave Destani a vision of owning her own dance studio. She walked into a building with no money and a small fundraiser idea. She used every penny from her 5-dollar fundraiser. This was the very beginning of Destined to Dance Studio. I could truly write a book about what I have seen Destani go through and what I have seen her accomplish. However, she has a testimony that NEEDS to be heard. Join me RIGHT NOW, as @noturdestani shares her testimony! You will be moved, you will be surprised, and you will be encouraged.

Part I: Five years ago, God gave Destani a vision of owning her own dance studio. She walked into a building with no money and a small fundraiser idea. She used every penny from her 5-dollar fundraiser. This was the very beginning of Destined to Dance Studio. I could truly write a book about what I have seen Destani go through and what I have seen her accomplish. However, she has a testimony that NEEDS to be heard. Join me RIGHT NOW, as @noturdestani shares her testimony! You will be moved, you will be surprised, and you will be encouraged.

The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. The Truth. Truth is, is an episode I did with one of my closest friends @ms_iuilana. Like many other episodes my expectation was to simply talk to my friend on a different level. To discuss the lows and highs of life and how she navigated through them. Yet as we sat together talking like we would any other day; the conversation flowed with an abundance of transparency and truth. I was able to witness Iuilana shed a layer of herself in a way that I had personally never seen. The moments of truth, the moments that nearly bought us to tears, and the shit you only say to your closet friend are all in this episode. Join me RIGHT NOW for the newest episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast with my guest, my big sister, @Ms_iuilana. This is one, you do not want to miss. You can listen to this episode on @applepodcast @googlepodcast @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube

Part 2: 2018 to 2019 I had the of my life. Everything that meant anything to me died. I felt defeated . ⁣⁣I remember asking one of my good friends “why me?”, she simply replied, “why not you?” I asked myself what the experience was trying to teach me. I had to change my perspective. I had to change my narrative. From that moment forward, when things got difficult, that was the first question I asked myself, "what is this teaching me?" ⁣⁣I had to believe that had something on the other side of THIS pain..⁣⁣ReDeefined the Podcast is a show that will showcase real people, who have gone through life changing and traumatic experiences, who many people counted out and said they wouldn't make it, but somehow they beat the odds and ReDeefined (get it, redefined?) themselves.⁣⁣Many people only see the end result of the storm, but they don't see the process, they do not see the struggle and I want to show them know matter how bad it gets, better days come; I am proof.⁣I love to share stories. I love to hear the lows, highs, and the growth. Truth is to tell anything that I have been through…scares me. I am like everyone else, I do not want to be judged, I do not want to appear like I am a victim, I hate looking back.⁣⁣But with this podcast, my prayer from day one has been to create a space that promotes ,transparency, healing, growth, and laughter. ⁣⁣I say all this to say, I have read the messages, I have read the DMs, and I finally gave in; yall won. Lol⁣⁣Join SPECIAL GUEST HOST, Destani of Destined to Dance Studio, in Anaheim CA as she puts me in the hot seat to hear my ReDeeFining moments. It was a walk down memory lane for both of us, but such an empowering moment for me. ⁣⁣ You can listen RIGHT now on @applepodcast @googlepodcast @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube

⁣Part 1: 2018 to 2019 I had the of my life. Everything that meant anything to me died. I felt defeated . ⁣⁣I remember asking one of my good friends “why me?”, she simply replied, “why not you?” I asked myself what the experience was trying to teach me. I had to change my perspective. I had to change my narrative. From that moment forward, when things got difficult, that was the first question I asked myself, "what is this teaching me?" ⁣⁣I had to believe that had something on the other side of THIS pain..⁣⁣ReDeefined the Podcast is a show that will showcase real people, who have gone through life changing and traumatic experiences, who many people counted out and said they wouldn't make it, but somehow they beat the odds and ReDeefined (get it, redefined?) themselves.⁣⁣Many people only see the end result of the storm, but they don't see the process, they do not see the struggle and I want to show them know matter how bad it gets, better days come; I am proof.⁣I love to share stories. I love to hear the lows, highs, and the growth. Truth is to tell anything that I have been through…scares me. I am like everyone else, I do not want to be judged, I do not want to appear like I am a victim, I hate looking back.⁣⁣But with this podcast, my prayer from day one has been to create a space that promotes ,transparency, healing, growth, and laughter. ⁣⁣I say all this to say, I have read the messages, I have read the DMs, and I finally gave in; yall won. Lol⁣⁣Join SPECIAL GUEST HOST, Destani of Destined to Dance Studio, in Anaheim CA as she puts me in the hot seat to hear my ReDeeFining moments. It was a walk down memory lane for both of us, but such an empowering moment for me. ⁣⁣ You can listen RIGHT now on @applepodcast @googlepodcast @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube

You wake up in a hospital room, restrained, alone, and not knowing why you are there. The last thing you remembered was having fun at the beach with friends. Now your alone. Where are you friends? Was there an accident? Is everyone else okay? But why are you restrained, in a hospital bed? Then all your questions are answered by one word: overdose. In the words of the great, Nipsey Hussle “Sometimes you have to take two steps back to take ten forward,” Join me today as I sit down with Mosaicc as we discuss the setbacks in his life that were essential for his growth. A conversation full of transparency and truth, you do not want to miss the episode. Tune in RIGHT NOW to the newest episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast featuring Mosaicc. You can listen to this episode on @applepodcast @soundcloud @googlepodcast @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube ', , ,

As a mother it gets hard sometimes. We get up every day and we have little people who rely on us. It's hard some days because our world doesn't seem to have enough time. Some days our world may even seem small. Yet to our children, we are their world. As mother we nurture, we are their home, their comfort. We teach them what they do not know, we hug them when they are scared, we hold their hands as we guide them, we love them unconditionally. We are everything to them. But what happens when you lose your first and forever friend? What happens when you can no longer hear mama's voice, hold her hand, or see her smile; what happens when you must let go, but you are not ready. This week join me as I speak to Shawna about the beautiful life journey of Ms. Jackie. Shawna also speaks about the effects of loss, grief, giving up, and the ReDeeFining moment that made her decide she was not going to give up, but rather live her life and honor her mother in the process. Tune in RIGHT NOW to the newest episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast featuring LaShawna Winston. You can listen to this episode on @applepodcast @soundcloud @googlepodcast @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, REPOST, and Leave a Review!

Shug the Barber owns, one of Anaheim's best, most Modern, and Classic Barbershops, Gifted Hands. He has 20 years of experience and has won countless competitions. Not only is he continually perfecting his craft, he also has a team behind him that if you sit in any of their chairs, you will be satisfied. However, this is one of the many results of Shug not giving up. Prior to becoming a business owner, a husband, and health influencer; Shug struggled through the court process to obtain custody of his twin daughters. He had to navigate through the court system as he navigated to build and rebuild his life. Tune in RIGHT NOW to the newest episode of ReDeeFined the Podcast featuring Shug the Barber. As we discuss the process and the end results of not giving up. You can listen to this episode on @applepodcast @soundcloud @googlepodcast @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, REPOST, and Leave a Review!

The day Miyoshi Smith handed her baby girl to her mother and walked out the door with the FBI, she did not know if she would ever be able to cuddle with her daughter again. As she walked out the house, she could not help but ask herself how she got here and wonder if she would be able to change the course of her life. To get through this chapter of life, Miyoshi and her parents had to privately fight for her freedom. No one knew her story, but Miyoshi had to release the shame that came with unfortunate life events. She had to remain resilient, and although what she was going through was not desirable, it was all necessary for her to growth. Come and have Brunch with Miyoshi Smith and I as we discuss the road, she had to travel to become a college graduate, a business owner, a homeowner, and woman fully living in her truth.

How many times as a mother have you been commended for “sticking around” to parent and raise your kids? Personally, I have never experienced it. However, I have heard countless stories of black men, that are fathers, get kudos for “sticking around.” We know why people congratulate black fathers: They are perpetuating the racist and pervasive myth of “missing black fathers,” which purports that black fathers are too often absent from their children's lives. Classiq has made it his mission to shatter a stereotype that he knows is baseless. He aimed to discredit the misconception of black fatherhood by focusing exclusively on positive stories, images, and videos of other black fathers. This week on episode four of ReDeeFined the Podcast Classiq and I sat down to talk about life as a single father, coparenting, and relationships. It is an intriguing conversation and will definitely shift your perspective and change what society has told you about black fatherhood and help rewrite the narrative of; black fathers. Side Note: he also has some interesting views on relationships. Tune in, to hear Episode 4 of ReDeeFined the Podcast. You can also catch up on the other episodes by going to @applepodcast @googlepodcast @soundcloud @stitcher @podserve.fm @youtube Don't forget to like, share, repost, and leave a review

On this day one year ago Makala's life changed forever, and she was only sixteen. She was sexually assaulted and knew her attacker. She had injuries that made it hard for her to walk. She spent days in her room sometimes unable to process everything she was feeling emotionally and mentally. She spent her junior year of high school in and out of court, in the hospital, in counseling, and so much more. Despite how this could have broken her, she did not let it. She began to do the work. It may have changed her, but it would not define who she was. She made the choice to be a survivor. This is not the story of a stranger, but the story of my child. Survivors of sexual assault who publicly speak out create change in the silence that surrounds this crime. Makala's act of speaking out can end the false sense of shame that survivors often carry. Her hope is that she may cast off the shame and inspire others to tell their stories. Join myself, Makala, and the rest of my family in celebrating New Chapter Days as we celebrate Mookie taking her power back, speaking out about her assault, and celebrating life. Tune in today, Tuesday June 30, for the third episode of ReDeeFined.

Join me as I speak to two young women about the BLACK LIVES MATTER Movement, Black Trans Lives Matter, and other current events. We also discuss their experinces in education while being in a predominantly white school. Proving that institutions-including schools- may also be racially classified. #blacklivesmatter

Hello Family. Every week my goal is to talk to you for a few moments without holding back, being transparent, and showing a level vulnerability that may make me a little bit uncomfortable. In these short moments I will share life experiences that have molded, shaped, taught, and ReDeeFined who I am. I hope you enjoy it. I cannot wait to learn, grow, and ReDeefine who we are together.

Join me as I speak to UnspokeViews about the moment in her life that she almost decided to end it all but realized that God's plan for her life was greater than she could have ever imagined.

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