Yesterday's Narrative Podcast

YN #26-Dr. Michael E. Coleman, Jr.- The Journey From "Learning Disability" to Doctoral Degree in Education In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Dr. Michael E. Coleman, Jr. talks about growing up in Trenton, NJ, and how a teacher's decision in 4th grade shaped his life forever. We also discuss the lack of African-American males in education, racial inequality in education and in America, music, yard work and much more!

YN #25- Education Round Table Discussion On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, a high school math teacher from Arizona, a home-school teacher from Kansas, a Special Education Compliance Coordinator from Pennsylvania and a Special Education Administrator from Maryland discuss the state of Education in the United States. Their combined 60 years of educational experience lends a unique perspective to the ever changing landscape of education. They talk about what's right, what needs improvement, what the future looks like, technology in education and more!

Mike Drummond- How a Convicted Felon Turned His Life Around On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Mike Drummond talks about growing up in Alaska, running the streets from a fairly young age, life in and out of correctional facilities and, eventually, prison. He discusses he reacclimation into society 3500 miles away, meeting his now wife and starting his new life. We talk cars, music, religion and his current job as a trucker. 

YN #23- Risshan Leak- How did a Jersey Boy end up in Utah? On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Risshan Leak talks about growing up in Jersey and his move to California and eventually, Utah. He talks about being a minority in a state that has 1.5% African Americans and politics that surround the racial inequality in America. We also discuss his hobbies from music to disc golf to building a van to take on a road trip and so much more!

YN #22- Dr Rahsaan Turpin- How an Uninvolved Father Shaped His Future On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Dr. Rahsaan Turpin talks about growing up in the Newark, NJ area with a single mom and an uninvolved dad. He talks about growing up around diversity, reluctantly pursuing secondary education, and eventually earning his doctoral degree. He also discusses Oprah, Mike Tyson, Tupac, music, and so much more!

Beatrice Caraballo- From High School Dropout to Successful Business woman In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Beatrice Caraballo talks about the murder of her husband, and the aftermath that ensued. She tells about the slavery that existed in her own family tree, dropping out of high school and fighting for herself and her kids, and being a teen mom. She also talks about discovering her voice, racism, injustice, her modeling career and MORE!   music by bensound

 Annette Mercado- From Victim of Child Abuse, Drug/Alcohol Abuse to Succesful Mom/Wife/Entreprenuer On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Annette Mercado talks about growing up and living in Philly, overcoming child abuse, drug and alcohol abuse and mental illness. She also talks about being an entrepreneur, raising entrepreneurial kids, working with teens, advocating against childhood sexual abuse, and so much more!

Jason Moss- A Personal Chef's Journey from Alcoholic and Addict to Author and Artist On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Jason Moss talks about his life as a Chef, from restaurants and clubs to personal chef. He talks about addiction and alcoholism, getting sober, and growing up in Pottstown, PA. We also discuss how he went from 300lbs to Obstacle Racing competitor, ultra marathons, his culinary delivery service and his book, That Damn Cookbook. 

 Philip Brown- Army Vet, Cycling Champ, Math Teacher and Multipotentialite On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Philip Brown, The Bearded Math Man, talks about living near the Mexico border, life in the Army, and a few formative life events that shaped who he is. He discusses the difference between looking up and looking down, how he became a successful math teacher recognized by Cambridge University, and how he went from over 300 lbs. to an Arizona State Cycling Champion.   music by bensound

Kara Cuvelier- Social Activism and Single Mom to a Bi-Racial Son On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Kara Cuvelier talks about what it is like to be born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, dealing with her parent's divorce, and raising a bi-racial son on her own. She also talks about what it is like as a white woman advocating for the rights and equality of minorities, especially those of Black Americans, and politics, including working at the polls this last election. music by bensound

 2020 Year in Review/ Year End Recap In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, our host, Jeremy Peters, talks about what he learned this year. He talks Coronavirus, racial tension, being quiet during tragedies, but he also gives a great encouragement to us as we approach 2021! Sponsored by saltspaaz.com Music by bensound

Whitney Allred- World Traveling, Eating Disorder and Surviving a Horrific Accident On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Whitney Allred talks about growing up in a normal family, then dealing with the aftermath of her parents' divorce and the eating disorders that followed. She talks about the major car accident that nearly took her life, the coma she was in, the 18 surgeries and year of rehabilitation that it took to get her to where she is. Plus, she talks traveling the globe, yoga, meeting fantastic people and surviving a major injury in a foreign country! Brought to you by saltspaaz.com Music by bensound

Chris Watts- Private Jets and Dinner with Jesus and The Rock In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Chris Watts talks about what it's like to fly a private jet for a living, undercover security at a major retailer, growing up in Fountain Hills, AZ and accidentally swimming in the fountain lake. Plus he talks about marrying his high school sweetheart after 10+ years and failed marriages reconnected them, and why rental cars can be fun and terrifying. Sponsored by saltspaaz.com Mention this podcast and get 15% off your first appointment made in the month of December. music by bensound

YN #13- Sawana Grimmett- Adoption, Anxiety, Autism and JC Penney On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Sawana Grimmett talks about being adopted as an only child, band camp, JC Penney, online poker, difficult pregnancies, parenting a child with autism, and losing a best friend to an unexpected death, She also discusses her bout with anxiety, business ownership, her involvement with politics, and massage therapy, Sponsored by saltspaaz.com Mention this podcast and get 15% off your first appointment made in the month of December. Music by bensound

Cliff Cesar- South Side Chicago, Racial Tension and Veganism? On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Cliff Cesar talks about what it was like growing up on the South Side of Chicago in the 80s and 90s, being a part of a gang, dealing drugs, and losing friends and family to violence. He talks about battling and overcoming addiction, fashion, Chicago food, Chicago sports and veganism, and how he became a pastor of an online church campus. music by bensound

Kristin Pegram- Overcoming Childhood Abuse and Poverty In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Kristin Pegram talks about growing up in Cincinnati in an abusive home, surrounded by drug abuse, verbal, physical, psychological, sexual abuse, homelessness and poverty. Kristin details how she overcame her past, married her high school sweetheart en route to becoming a school teacher and business owner, owning her own women's clothing boutique. music by bensound

Bri Figy- Conservative Christian to Gay Woman In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Bri Figy talks about growing up in a Conservative Christian, Bi-racial home, in a fairly non-diverse town. She discusses Seattle food, music, hiking in Sedona, struggling with mental illness, including suicidal thoughts, as well as the difficulties of questioning her sexuality and embracing the gay lifestyle, despite her conservative roots. music by bensound 

Political Round Table- A Democrat, a Republican, a Libertarian, and someone that didn't vote walk into a podcast In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, a Democrat, a Republican, a Libertarian and someone that didn't vote discuss the 2020 Presidential election, the past 4 years, the political climate in America, and what might the next 4 years hold for the United States. Guests- Dino Cotton, Amber Peters, Cheryse Ligabo and Ariail Buntyn music by bensound

Teen Mom, Domestic Violence, Childhood Cancer, Blended Family and San Diego Food In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Michele Gable talks about being a teen mom, having a child with cancer, surviving domestic violence, parenting in a blended family, and the best food joints in San Diego   music by bensound

Epilepsy, Autism, Chronic ans Mental Illness and Dave Ramsey In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Chris Morris talks about being an Air Force brat, surviving his parents divorce and childhood trauma, parenting a child with autism and epilepsy while dealing with chronic and mental illness of his own, being an author and Dave Ramsey.   music by bensound

Growing upon the most dangerous city in the US, Battling Addiction & Men in White Jeans In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Evette Skerrett-Ramos talks growing up in the most dangerous city in America, depression, being a bouncer at a night club, battling addiction, men in white jeans, and giving back to the community that she grew up in

Heart Transplant, Northern Lights and Chronic Illness On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Kim Rankin talks growing up in Alaska, living with Churg Strauss, being a heart transplant recipient, a single mom, suffering from chronic illnesses and coping mechanisms.

Teaching in Arizona, Chronic disease, and Paul Bunyanland On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Katie Brown talks about growing up in Northern Minnesota, the ever magical Paul Bunyanland, being a teacher in the state ranked 48th in education, being the sister to a brother with a chronic disease and a mother to a son with that same chronic disease.

India, Bollywood and Immigration In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Jimmy Guvvala talks about growing up in India, Bollywood, Arranged marriages and immigrating to the United States.

Cleveland, Jerry Falwell and Steven Seagal In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Randy Williams discusses what it was like growing up in Cleveland in the 70s and 80s, going to Dr. Jerry Falwell's school, Steven Seagal's wedding; plus marriage and parenting tips. (1:03) Ohio sports (3:57) Car stories (5:20) 70s/80s Cleveland (14:15) Liberty University (19:25) Being a pastor (34:18) Weddings (42:48) Marriage keys (46:20) Parenting keys (58:02) Other professions (59:04) Politics/Religion?or Money 

Racial Inequality, Sports and Uncle Bubba In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Terry Donatto discusses being a fan of Texas sports, growing up as a black man in Texas, powerlifting, how the color of his skin has impacted his life, parenting his kids in a racially tense time, and of course, Uncle Bubba.