Photographer Alonzo Williams Jr has developed a philosophy that human beings' (rather they be acquaintances or strangers) greatest super power is their own life story. In The Everyday Stranger Podcast, Williams strictly bases his episodes on human story b
In this episode, I interview Ericka Duke. Ericka, originally from California, is a teacher residing in New Orleans. We all know that teaching isn't an easy job but there will always be certain teachers who go above and beyond to make sure our youth receives a good education. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverydaystrangerpodcast/ Like me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeverydaystrangerpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode I speak with legendary photographer, Jamel Shabazz. When people ask me who are the top 5 photographers of all time; you better believe that Mr Shabazz is always the first name mentioned. Jamel Shabazz has influenced my life not only as a photographer but as a man in general. I was first intrigued by Brother Shabazz's work when I discovered how he was able to capture black people in his community of Brooklyn before the crack era. He's also responsible for a lot of the b-boy style images that we admire today. You can learn more from Mr. Jamel Shabazz here: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/jamel.shabazz Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/jamelshabazz/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In the last episode I explained why I chose to travel to Africa instead of the Bahamas. Now I'm going to explain how I traveled to Africa. Was it a hard process or was it an easy one? Find out now, right here, on the Everyday Stranger Podcast… Let's get it! Would you like to be featured on The Everyday Stranger Podcast? Or how about featuring me on your podcast? Email me at theeverydaystrangerpodcast@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverydaystrangerpodcast/ Like me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeverydaystrangerpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Out of all of the places I visited, people thought I was crazy for choosing Africa over a nice vacation to the Bahamas. Why in the world would I do that?? Stay tuned as I tell you a story about my random decision to visit the motherland for the first time. Right here on the Everyday Stranger Podcast… Let's get it! Would you like to be featured on The Everyday Stranger Podcast? Or how about featuring me on your podcast? Email me at theeverydaystrangerpodcast@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeverydaystrangerpodcast/ Like me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeverydaystrangerpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
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In this Episode we talk about the evolution of models, life as a flight attendant, plus more with today's guest Erica. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode, returning guest, William Leigh & I discuss his latest film "Say Can You See", how the media influences the way we think and politics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
What is beauty? Who is qualified to obtain beauty? Is beauty everything? In this episode, I speak with today's guest, Adrianna, about Beauty Standards. Adrianna is originally from Ecuador and has been living in the states for about 7 years now. She shares her story about the culture shocks she encountered while living here. We also talk about language, femininity & masculinity, life as wife/mother, plus more. Adrianna and I have never spoken prior to this interview so we were two strangers learning about each other. Really interesting stuff. ENJOY! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode, I reconnect with a good brother of mine. And though I only met today's guest once in person back in 2015, we're able to converse with each other as if we just seen each other yesterday. That's how connected we truly are! Blu aka The Blu Mantic is a music artist currently residing in Poland. In 2015, I featured him in my 100 Strangers Project where he shared his story. Fast forward to now, I had the privilege of learning about Blu'e growth since the last time we met. We talk about his latest LP "Sanctuary", the point of being a man, creativity and more! You'll surely enjoy this discussion. Follow Blu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblumantic/ Listen to the Sanctuary LP: https://open.spotify.com/album/1m4QfhCjo6a2GlvMsQurlu?si=LdEfzQXdRBCZ9DlJQkkUHg --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode, I'm joined by Latoya aka Toya from Harlem. Toya is the host of the podcast entitled “That Wasn't In My Textbook”. During our discussion, we talked more about Toya's podcast, her journey as a historian, life in California after moving from NYC, racial tension, the pandemic plus more. You can learn more from Toya here: https://linktr.ee/thatwasntinmytextbook --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
A question that I've been pondering is on these days is "what does it mean to be a man?". In this episode, I learn from the perspective of today's guest, Ray aka The Great Eighth. Ray was featured in the 100 Strangers Project I did in 2015. He was also featured in the 100 Strangers Documentary that was released in 2016. We sit down to talk about one of our biggest setbacks in life and how much we have grown since the last time we met. There are a few people who I speak to on a regular basis who make me think "hmm I have to get them on the podcast". Ray has always been one of those people. ENJOY! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode I have the honor and privilege of exploring the mind of one of the most gifted artists of our time, Brionya James Mathews. Brionya is a full time artist who just recently moved to Italy from Houston TX. Coincidently, I contacted her while she was in Houston on a visit. In this interview, Brionya breaks down her balance between business & creativity, life as a full time artist, the married life, Italy and more. Here's where you can find Brionya: Website: https://www.brionyajames.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godtaughtar...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GodTaughtArt...Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/brionyajames Follow Everyday Strangers: Website: http://www.everydaystrangers.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaystr...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeverydays... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @bluesyghetto Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In 2016, I met two stylish human beings by the name of Cortney & Ashley. Cort & Ash were featured in the Everyday Strangers Volume 1 book. In this episode, we get to catch up on things such as the married life, their recent move to California, life's lessons and more. You can follow Cort & Ash on Instagram: Cortney- @theceefooddiet Ashley- @word2mylocs Their podcast: HoodxHolistic --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @shedlightvisuals Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Passion has been known to be a vital ingredient when comes to finding our purpose in life. So what happens when you're still trying to figure out what that passion is? In this episode, Sheilisa Dock shares with me how her little interest in art as a child later turns into her opening her first art studio. Follow Sheilisa on Instagram: @sheiartsy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @meleezacomeaux Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode I'm joined by Layman Rob. I met Rob downtown Houston one day while we were both taking pictures. We exchanged information and promised each other that we would sit down and have a talk one day. In episode #024 of the Everyday Stranger Podcast we finally meet. Layman Rob is a photographer who specializes in Coffee Shop Photography. He is also a husband, father and is also big on zen practice. You follow Rob on instagram here: @layman_rob --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @anyadoula_htx Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this Episode, I'm joined by Filmmaker/Photographer/Artist Marc Furi. Marc is one of the funniest people I know. But his ability to combine humor with harsh realities is something I find most fascinating about him. Marc and I get into some deep discussions about satire, male vulnerability, panic attacks and gentrification. Follow Marc on Instagram: @marcfuri @ilove3rdward Visit me on my website: http://www.everydaystrangers.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @dalisbalmaceda Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Why are some of us perfectionist? What is it about imperfections that makes it hard for us to embrace first hand? How much of a role does propaganda play in manipulating us into believing that "perfect" is the way to be? In this episode I'm joined by a good friend of mine, Ahzjah, to talk about these things along with other topics such as being a creative and holding on to your inner child. Follow Ahzjah on instagram: @ahzjah.laiel --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @megstrouse Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Brandie Freely is a writing coach who currently resides in L.A. The last time I interviewed her was 5 years ago. In this episode we catch up and talk about who she was then versus who she is now. Follow Brandie on Instagram @brandiefreely Also check out her website: https://www.brandiefreely.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the first episode of the "IG Stranger of the Week". In this addition to The Everyday Stranger Podcast, I'm interviewing and learning from random strangers who I find interesting on my IG feed. Stay tuned every Wednesday for a new episode of IG Stranger of the Week. IG Stranger of the Week: @megstrouse Questions of the Month: 1) What has been life's greatest lesson for you lately? 2) Describe an encounter you've had with a stranger. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
What is the role of an artist? How much of an impact does art make in today's society? How important is it to introduce the arts to our youth? These are a few questions I asked today's guest, Al Saulso. Al Saulso is a creative the owner of CRAY magazine. CRAY magazine is a conceptual Art and photography magazine that looks at what is new and avant-garde in society. Showcasing one artist or one theme that has work with a everlasting impact on how we live and grow in this world. Follow Al Saulso on instagram: @alsaulso Visit CRAY magazine here: https://craymagazine.tumblr.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
What does it look when an ambitious woman takes a huge step by moving to another state with no plan, very little money and with an unpromising job market? How much of a difference does acting on a simple idea make in someone's life? In this episode, I speak with licensed therapist and mindset coach, Kristin Sutton. In our interview she tells her story on how she turned a depressed situation into a pursuit of entrepreneurship. Follow Kristin on instagram: @kristinsuttonlpc Check out her website: http://kristinsuttonlpc.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
You know that famous statistic that says 40 to 50 percent of marriages will end in divorces? Me and today's guest, Sam aka "A Poet & A Gentleman", discuss whether divorce is a bad thing or not. Of course, it could be subjective depending on the situation but for now we're going to see how divorce was for Sam. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
One of the most powerful things we can offer to the world is our story. To embrace it is even more liberating. Shamal Peets is the author of the book "Whole Again". This is book that breaks down Shamal's life story from the difficult obstacles he faced in childhood, reaching a point in adulthood where he almost ended his life, to being a husband and father to a beautiful family. Purchase "Whole Again" by Shamal Peets at the links below Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Again-Sh... Website: http://kingdomlanguage.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
How important is prescribe medication? Is it really needed for people who have anxiety? What would life look like without it? In this episode, I speak with Travis (Jucebox) about his relationship with anxiety and how he managed to stop taking medications that were prescribed for his "chemical imbalances". Travis is a photographer & tattoo artist. Follow him on Instagram: @sadtrav (photography), @jucebox (tattoos) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Ever imagine what your life will be 5 years from now? In this episode, I reconnect with Kaila after meeting her 5 years ago in Austin, TX. Kaila was featured on Everyday Strangers in 2015. During our conversation we speak about who she is now in comparison to who she was back then. We speak about her journey as a mother, spirituality & meditation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
This is the continuation of the discussion I had with Dee. On this part we speak a little bit more about suicide awareness, positive and negative male influences, and fear. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Imagine being at your lowest moment in life to the point of wanting to end it all. In this episode I speak with a man who discovered a way to combine therapy and photography after attempting to commit suicide. Williams Leigh, a photographer residing in Pennsylvania, joined the Everyday Stranger Podcast to share his story about depression from a relationship gone bad, suicide and how he used photography to bounce back and find meaning to life. You follow him on instagram: @bywilliamleigh --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
One of the greatest challenges I had to face in life was the fear of rejection. The particular is what kept me in my shell in my younger stages of life. In this episode I pay homage to David; an individual who taught me a lesson that eventually pushed me to become the person I wanted to be in life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
We've all been classified by color. But is race a real thing? Also, how does one find their own purpose in life? In this episode, I'm joined by a good friend of mine Derek J. Smith to discuss more about our human culture, time management and finding meaning in life. Derek is the department director for a non-profit, a father, husband and many more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode, we speak about the things that keep us from moving forward in life. The Art of Getting Out is a story I like to tell myself whenever I'm feeling "uninspired". It gets me back on track. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Here's my explanation on why I really meditate and why some of my earlier meditation methods didn't help. Also, my encounter with a "racist" stranger? Interesting stuff right here. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
I asked to be interviewed about depression. Depression is something I use to "struggle" in my 20's but has become viewed in a different light in my 30's. It's a brief interview but I feel it can help. Find more from Lydia's podcast: Youtube/Facebook- Lydia's Rise and Wake up Show --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Ibra is originally from Senegal. In this episode we talk about life growing up in Africa and life after moving to Houston, TX. We also speak briefly about the relationship between African Americans and Africans, success, learning languages and more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
In this episode of The Everyday Stranger Podcast, our guest goes by the name of Destiny. I met her at a coffee shop downtown while she was reading a book entitled "Cunt". Of course you know I had to ask her about the title. We discuss the impact social media has played on our society, feminism and the meaning of "Sacred Twerk". --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
What is masculinity today? Is it endangered or evolving? In this episode I'm joined with Brian "Plutolenz" Ellison to discuss his latest film entitled "UnMaskulinity". We compare masculinity today with how it "once was". You can follow Brian on instagram: @plutolenztheveganphotographer --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support
Well guys, here is the last one from 2019! This is a brief and straight to the point episode. Just wanted to send my thank you and well wishes to all my listeners. Also, I wanted to share with you all the importance of starting.Happy New Year!www.everydaystrangers.nethttps://www.instagram.com/everydaystrangershttps://www.facebook.com/theeverydaystranger/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-everyday-stranger/support