Podcasts about Ashanti

Welcome to another episode of Kennel Talk Podcast. Today's episode we invite a fellow aquarian Ashanti (tiktok @shantiihoney) on to talk about public announcement of breakups. Is the husband and kids still sought after like the generation before us? What is the power dynamic when the woman is the bread winner?Be sure to Subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcast

In this engaging conversation, Ashanti Branch shares his journey from being a fatherless son to becoming a transformative educator and founder of the Ever Forward Club. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges faced in the teaching profession, and the impact of emotional masks on students. Through his experiences, Ashanti emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in education, highlighting the role of teachers in shaping young lives and fostering personal growth. In this conversation, Ashanti Branch shares his journey of personal growth, trauma, and the importance of mentorship in education. He discusses the struggles faced by students from challenging backgrounds and the impact of trauma on their behavior. Ashanti reflects on his own experiences with addiction and the healing process through vulnerability and connection. He emphasizes the significance of kindness, understanding, and building deeper connections to help others navigate their struggles. The conversation also touches on the definitions of fearlessness and happiness, highlighting the ongoing journey of self-discovery and the power of community support.https://everforwardclub.org/Https://millionmask.orgFor More From Sober Coach/Substance Abuse Counselor Max Njist, visitMaxNijst.org

Hour 3 (8.21) L.A. County's own report puts the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal at 4,500 film and TV jobs lost over three years — on top of the 52,000 the region has already shed since 2022. And that's if the studios stay. 8:05 PM — Attention, Angelenos. A report to the Board of Supervisors this week from the county's Department of Economic Opportunity and CVL Economics says the Paramount Skydance–Warner Bros. Discovery merger would cost roughly 4,500 direct film and TV jobs in the county, with more than 10,000 total job-years and billions in economic activity at risk. That's the version where the merged company stays here. David Ellison is threatening to move operations to Texas or Tennessee if Rob Bonta won't come to the table by October 1. Bonta and eleven other attorneys general are suing to block the deal, and trial isn't until March. Then a burglary suspect in a Honda Accord led LAPD for over an hour through the Valley — through a CSUN parking structure, through a gas station, T-boned by an innocent driver in Granada Hills — before pulling a U-turn on the 405 and going head-on into a CHP SUV in North Hills. He ran. He didn't get far. 8:20 PM — Leveling Out: come meet Stu Mundel at Dave & Buster's in Orange. Plus the Los Feliz water main that let go at 11 o'clock last night at Commonwealth and Avocado — a six-inch cast iron line that buckled the sidewalk and flooded a restaurant patio. Crews had it back in service by 8 a.m. LADWP says the city averages two to four of these a day, which is either reassuring or the opposite. 8:35 PM — End of week WHIP. Then the tipping point, and we mean it literally: one survey has the average American leaving about $38 a month in tips they didn't want to leave in the first place, and Toast's data across 171,000 restaurants puts the overall average tip at 18.8%, dropping to 13.7% on takeout. Nearly three-quarters of Americans say they're being asked to tip in more places than five years ago. Skip the tip? We take your calls. Plus another chase, this one out of Woodland Hills. 8:50 PM — SeaWorld San Diego turned its Bayside Amphitheater into a Y2K block party. Ying Yang Twins opened the run, Ginuwine, Bow Wow, E-40, Ashanti and Jordin Sparks followed, and Too $hort and Warren G closed it out — all included with park admission, all going viral on TikTok, all with the bay behind the stage. Grandmothers, parents and kids at the same show. How a marine park accidentally built the best throwback series in Southern California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RACCOON CITY WAS ONLY THE BEGINNING—NOW THE ENTIRE WORLD BELONGS TO THE INFECTED! Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/REJECTS #sponsored Tara Erickson & Roxy Striar continue their journey toward Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie with a first-time Resident Evil: Extinction reaction and review. Years after the T-virus escaped Raccoon City, Alice crosses a post-apocalyptic desert and reunites with Carlos Oliveira before joining Claire Redfield's convoy of survivors while Umbrella scientist Dr. Isaacs continues hunting her. From Alice's developing telekinetic powers and the terrifying infected-crow attack to the sand-covered ruins of Las Vegas, super zombies, Umbrella's underground laboratory, and the monstrous Tyrant, Tara & Roxy experience the biggest Resident Evil movie yet! Resident Evil: Extinction Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Directed by Russell Mulcahy (Highlander, Razorback) and written by Paul W. S. Anderson (Mortal Kombat, Event Horizon), Resident Evil: Extinction stars Milla Jovovich as Alice (The Fifth Element, Monster Hunter), Ali Larter as Claire Redfield (Final Destination, Heroes), Oded Fehr as Carlos Oliveira (The Mummy, Sleeper Cell), Iain Glen as Dr. Alexander Isaacs (Game of Thrones, Downton Abbey), Mike Epps as L.J. Wade (Next Friday, The Hangover), Ashanti as Nurse Betty (Coach Carter, John Tucker Must Die), Spencer Locke as K-Mart (Monster House, Cougar Town), and Jason O'Mara as Albert Wesker (Terra Nova, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.). Tara & Roxy discuss Claire Redfield's live-action debut, Alice's evolving powers, the returning survivors, Umbrella's experiments, the infected-crow sequence, apocalyptic Las Vegas, Dr. Isaacs' transformation, connections to the Capcom games, and how Extinction compares with Resident Evil and Resident Evil: Apocalypse before Zach Cregger's new reinvention arrives. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite being the NPP's traditional stronghold, the Ashanti Region is yet to have a befitting regional party office, raising concerns among party faithful and political observers. Former Bantama MP Dr Henry Kwabena Kokofu has expressed disappointment over the situation and called for renewed efforts to construct a permanent regional office

What does it mean to lead with confidence while carrying vulnerability, caution, and responsibility behind the mask?In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti sits down with Western Australian educator and school leader Dr. Ray Boyd to explore leadership, childhood, boundaries, technology, masculinity, and the lasting impact teachers have on young people.Together, they reflect on the pressure educators carry, the importance of consistency, and why students need both freedom and clear expectations in order to grow.This conversation dives into:The confidence school leaders often show publiclyThe vulnerability and sensitivity many men keep hiddenWhy dependable leadership builds trustHow teachers constantly anticipate what could go wrongThe pressure educators carry beyond the school dayWhy children need opportunities to take healthy risksHow overprotection can increase anxiety and limit independenceThe impact of phones and social media on childhoodWhy clear boundaries must be followed by consistent actionThroughout the conversation, Ashanti and Ray explore how strong leadership combines confidence with care, boundaries with support, and high expectations with humanity. They remind educators that students may not always express their appreciation, but the consistency and care they receive can shape their lives for years to come.If you care about school leadership, emotional safety, healthy masculinity, student independence, educator wellness, or creating consistent and supportive classrooms, this episode is for you.Connect with Dr. Ray BoydEmail: ray.boyd@education.wa.edu.auLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayboyd007/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators#EmotionalSafety #HealthyMasculinity #StudentSupport #CaringClassrooms #PositiveDiscipline #ConsistencyMatters #YouthDevelopment 

K'Lee, Azura and Charlie caught up with Ashanti and surprise guest Nelly for a chat about marriage advice, mum life and NZ shows. For more, follow our socials: Instagram Facebook TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What might change in your school if students felt safe enough to say they were not okay? In this episode, Ashanti Branch shares how his own journey as a student, engineer, and educator led him to create the Ever Forward Club, a nonprofit dedicated to helping young men build connection, emotional awareness, character, and leadership skills. He explains why many students learn to hide behind masks, what it takes to earn trust, and how schools can create spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and supported. Ashanti also introduces the #MillionMaskMovement, a powerful activity that helps students and adults reflect on the parts of themselves they show to the world and the experiences they often keep hidden. From simple daily check-ins to proactive conversations about emotions and belonging, this episode offers practical ways educators and leaders can strengthen relationships, support regulation, and build a healthier campus culture. About Ashanti Branch Ashanti is a master in transforming schools into safer, more connected spaces through his workshops and a variety of products geared towards social-emotional learning. He is a pioneer in education reform and in youth mental health, with over 18 years of experience. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the Ever Forward Club (EFC), a non- profit organization dedicated to addressing the dropout rates of marginalized students through youth mentorship and teacher professional development. A recipient of the 2023 US Surgeon General's Medallion (the highest honor a civilian can receive from the Surgeon General), Ashanti is a keynote speaker, a consultant on the youth mental health crisis, a Fulbright Fellow, and 4x Tedx Speaker. His work with youth as an ‘emotional locksmith' has been featured at SXSW, on CNN's This is Life with Lisa Ling, on the Kelly Clarkson Show, and in the documentary about American masculinity The Mask You Live In, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Formerly a math teacher and raised in Oakland by a single mom on welfare (his father died just before he was born), Ashanti found his passion while tutoring struggling students in a school with a majority African-American and Latino population. It broke his heart to see 40% of them wanting to drop out at such a young age. By fulfilling deeper emotional needs to feel safe, seen, and heard, EFC has helped 100% of its student members graduate high school, 90% enroll in higher education, and 0% become incarcerated (compared to the national incarceration rate of 8% for black males, age 20-24). Notable projects include EFC's Adventure Card Game which introduces youth to the world of their feelings, created by boiling down 18+ years of deep understanding working with thousands of youth. EFC's #millionmaskmovement (Anthem Award recipient) provides a free, youth-friendly, hands-on emotional tool, with an online gallery of over 75,000 masks from around the world, searchable by age, so youth feel less alone. EFC alumni are often the first to break generational patterns and go on to make healthier leaders, parents, and partners. Although EFC is based in California, it has now impacted schools globally, with thousands of alumni stating, "I can truly say Ever Forward Club saved my life." Ashanti's work is crucial as we are now at an unprecedented inflection point with youth, with this being the first generation in history expected to live shorter lives than their parents. Youth mental health has been identified as being in a state of emergency by the US Surgeon General. Please help Ashanti get the word out that help is available. Follow Ashanti Branch Website:https://everforwardclub.org/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclub/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@everforwardclub https://www.amazon.com/Diary-Confused-Educator-Ashanti-Branch/dp/B0F9K18XQV?crid=3TAW2U0Y4AOX8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hOsaBN16KeoYeOEt7y3LL8A1tI79liJowuogsLf8crMkzD0L5qL5ZdsDMK3M0LOrygVN-otGu0afnWnNceA8EQ.KmhO_DVZ4L1VUXxCiT3U_vRO-C4M8BZq3oGDUt4O18k&dib_tag=se&keywords=Ashanti+Branch&qid=1786239603&sprefix=ashanti+branch%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=0ee789956ef1ee21eff4aacb290a9ac5&language=en_US&gaOptInStatus=true&ref_=as_li_ss_tl -- #1 New Release, "The Language of Behavior" is NOW Available!  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVT32KQ1?&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d18e5a44a6582a22d15ee23193af7bb8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate. Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Bulk Orders: https://www.connectedd.org/bulk-orders — Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Brad Waid to book Joshua Stamper for your next event on Improving Student Behavior, Impacting School Mental Health, or Creating healthy habits. Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/Twitter:www.twitter.com/Joshua__StamperInstagram:www.instagram.com/joshua__stamperLinkedin:www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamperFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcastSubscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I'm happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1953852386&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Teach Better Podcast Network This podcast is a part of the Teach Better Podcast Network. 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This week, Thomas sits down with Ashanti Kunene, an activist, slam poet, writer, and the founder of Learning 2 Unlearn, for a conversation about spiritual alignment and integrity in leadership and the connection between individual healing and systems change.In a time when we're all faced with the repercussions of intergenerational trauma, oppressive systems, and unethical leadership, those of us who feel called to facilitate change must first confront our personal narratives, ethics, and shadow-self so that our actions align with our inner spiritual and moral compass.Ashanti and Thomas explore what that really looks like, what people in positions of power are truly responsible and accountable for, and what we can learn from the good AND the bad deeds of those who came before us.✨ Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube:

What happens when an educator chooses to look beyond behavior and uncover the story, need, or struggle beneath it?In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti sits down with educator, author, speaker, and podcast host Joshua Stamper to explore relationships, leadership, student behavior, educator wellness, and the power of discovering purpose.Together, they reflect on the confidence educators show publicly, the self-doubt they may carry privately, and why meaningful change begins when students and staff feel seen, valued, and understood.This conversation dives into:Joshua's journey from graphic designer to teacher and school leaderHow mentors can recognize leadership potential before we see it ourselvesWhy purpose can transform motivation and performanceThe importance of building relationships before expecting academic growthWhy knowledge of the brain must first pass through the heartHow educators can misinterpret students when pieces of their stories are missingWhy behavior should be viewed as a form of communicationThe role respect and trust play in student engagementThe confidence leaders display while privately carrying self-doubtIf you care about educator wellness, student behavior, school leadership, emotional intelligence, relationship-centered education, or creating healthier school communities, this episode is for you.Connect with Joshua StamperEmail: Joshua@joshstamper.comWebsite:https://joshstamper.comLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@joshuastamperExplore Joshua's books and podcasts, including Aspire to Lead, The Language of Behavior, and the VibeEDU Podcast.Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators#AspireToLead #TheLanguageOfBehavior #VibeEDU #EducationalLeadership #SchoolLeadership #EducatorWellness #TeacherBurnout #StudentBehavior #RelationshipCenteredEducation #EmotionalIntelligence

What does it truly mean to raise caring, moral, and engaged young people?In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti sits down with Harvard educator and Making Caring Common founder Professor Richard Weissbourd to discuss empathy, morality, purpose, civic responsibility, and the pressures shaping educators and students today.They explore why schools must look beyond academic achievement, how listening builds empathy, why young people need help finding truth in a divided media landscape, and why we cannot afford to become indifferent.This conversation is for educators, parents, and anyone committed to helping young people become thoughtful, compassionate, and engaged human beings.Connect with Professor Richard WeissbourdEmail: richard_weissbourd@gse.harvard.eduLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/making-caring-common-at-hgseConnect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators#SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionalSafety #MoralDevelopment #CivicEngagement #StudentWellbeing #PurposeAndMeaning

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01. Club De Combat - All The Single Ladies 02. Spoofang - South Side 03. Roel, Mns (Ita) - About Listening 04. Bagdie - Move It 05. Leyo, Native - Wake Up 06. Leyo - Banana 07. Leo Riva - Respect 08. Dan Ojeda, Jaii O - Get Down Tonight 09. Chinonegro, Andre Butano - Check Out 10. Nimino, Claptone - I Only Smoke When I Drink 11. Re-Tide, Daniel Jaze - Don't Need U 12. Mo'Cream, Sebb Junior - Sugar 13. Dj Christian B - Rising 14. Man Without A Clue - In Full Effect 15. Ame, Busiswa, Tsha - Pha Na Pha 16. Carlo Caldareri, Chemars - First Of Many 17. Steve Robinson (Uk) - Hey Bass Kids 18. Flatty Tatcher - Time Machine 19. Luis Bravo, Sunfloat - Raw Clicks 20. Gousso - Gimme 21. Chemars - I Got The Music 22. Eisen - Silhouette 23. Laurent Simeca - Funky Sound 24. Goosey - Bodyshake 25. Zetbee - Givin' Me A Rush 26. Thomas Newson - Passion 27. Dj Accia, Seramasamy, Swatkat - Make it Down 28. Ossie - That's a Vibe 29. Claus Casper, Freiboitar - Savage Strings 30. 2 Good Souls, Roland Clark, Martijn Ten Velden - Death of Technics 31. Hellmate, Santiago & Carlitos, Chantal Lewis-Brown - Show Me Love 32. Sharam, Millean - Party All The Time 33. Juliet Thurbz - Rich Man 34. Dj Tennis, Ashee - I Wanna Know 35. Thonis - Shifting Realities 36. Michel De Hey, Job De Jong - Get On Up 37. Paolo Solo - Basement 38. Burnr - Grand Tech Auto 39. Jayc, Christo - D & C 40. Chris Damon - The System 41. Lightleak - Mambos 42. Leyo, Thierry Ganz - Dance Dance 43. Kevin Yost, Mo'Cream - Messing With My Soul 44. Kevin Andrews - I Cant' Wait 45. Mattei & Omich, Bro Berri - Funk You Up 46. Mochakk - Maria 47. Kyle Icardi - Rock Your Body 48. Samo - Better For Me 49. Harlem Dance Club, Hdc - Secrets 50. Luca Garaboni, Fabiola Osorio, Marco Lys - Nino 51. Tony Romera, Jamie Coins - Bounce Bass 52. Ashanti, Ja Rule - Always On Time (Proppa Treatment) 53. Bell Mesk, Steevie Milliner - Check 54. Erre - UNODOSTREZ 55. Josh Butler - Only Eight 56. Raffa Guido, Hills - Famax 57. Stogov - Cazador 58. Chico Rose - Take Our Time 59. Paul Johnson, Dan Heale - Get Get Down 60. Ridney, Luca Guerrieri - Luv Musica 61. Jdhsbdy - LET ME GO 62. Random Soul - Mesmerizing 63. Leyo, 3Ddy - Safe To Say 64. Jason Cadden, Olly K, 0Ne4Rm - My Obsession 65. Toomy Disco - Mind Over Matter 66. Luke Alessi - Pay To Play 67. Jaded, Indira May - Mirror 68. Stvn Leon - Gimme Vibes 69. Chinonegro - Funky Beat 70. Johan S, Divine (Nl) - Do Me No Wrong 71. Agent Stereo - L.A. 2 Chicago 72. Obscure Shape, Urban Cc, Traumer Stop - Mana 73. Delacour, Natalie Maida - Soul Ties 74. B&S Concept, Zetbee - Memory 75. Central Cee, Sammy Porter - Doja 76. Kaddu - De Dro 77. Wza - U Know Somethin'

What does it take to get a room of ex-military festival-goers in rural Wiltshire to agree Britain should return its stolen gold? And why does an obsolete Victorian law still make it a criminal offence for the British Museum to give any of it back? Afua Hirsch just spent a week testing both — with a Buckingham Palace thought experiment, a courtroom-style cross-examination, and a verdict on two centuries of looted treasure that even British Museum members found hard to argue with.Afua brings Peter inside two sold-out tents at the Chalke Valley History Festival — one on the Ashanti gold Britain still won't return, the other on the German peasants written out of history. Welcome to Legacy Inbox, a new lighter-touch addition to the feed.Join Legacy Plus for bonus episodes, early access, Q&A's, fewer adverts and more.legacy.supportingcast.fm[0:00] Afua's back from Chalke Valley, sold-out crowds and all[4:10] Barnaby Phillips and a sequel to Loot bring Ashanti gold into the tent[12:05] A sacked palace, a stolen throne, and a case Afua calls open and shut[18:55] Her answer to "it's illegal to give it back": test it in court[21:52] The 2024 loan Britain calls generosity — and Ghana calls something else[24:00] A blacked-out England XI, and what it says about the British Museum[25:38] Why a tent full of skeptics left more hopeful than they arrivedStay connected with Legacy:Instagram: @originallegacypodcastTikTok: @legacy_productionsExplore more from Peter and Afua — essays, sources, and ideas:Substack: peterfrankopan.substack.com | afuahirsch.substack.comJoin Legacy+ for bonus episodes, early access, Q&A's, fewer adverts and more.legacy.supportingcast.fmStay connected with Legacy:Instagram: @originallegacypodcastTikTok: @legacy_productionsExplore more from Peter and Afua — essays, sources, and ideas: Substack: peterfrankopan.substack.com | afuahirsch.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when a historian, educator, and cultural critic invites us to think more deeply about the masks we wear, the stories we inherit, and the truths we often avoid?In this powerful episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti sits down with historian, professor, author, and public scholar Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr. Known for his work exploring African American history, race, culture, and representation, Dr. Gooding brings both intellectual depth and personal reflection to a conversation about identity, education, and emotional truth.Ashanti and Dr. Gooding unpack the realities many Black men navigate every day, the tension between who they are and who the world expects them to be, the exhaustion of code-switching, and the emotional weight carried beneath carefully constructed masks.This conversation dives into:The concept of front-stage and backstage behaviorW.E.B. Du Bois' idea of double consciousnessWhy many young men hide vulnerability behind humor and performanceThe emotional safety students need before authentic connection can happenHip-hop as an overlooked educational and cultural teaching toolHow schools often overlook the strengths students bring from homeThe relationship between empathy, history, and educationThe hidden pain that can exist behind passion and advocacyWhy teaching honest history is essential to understanding the presentThe challenges and opportunities of being a Black male educator todayThroughout the conversation, Ashanti and Dr. Gooding explore what it means to lead with authenticity while navigating systems that often demand performance. Together, they challenge listeners to think differently about masculinity, education, empathy, and the power of human connection.If you care about education, history, emotional wellness, racial equity, authentic leadership, or helping young people feel seen and understood, this episode is for you.Connect with Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr.LinkedIn: Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr.Email: f.gooding@tcu.eduUpcoming Books:A book exploring Black statues and monuments in Washington, D.C., and what they reveal about visibility, memory, and representation in America.A Disturbance in the Force: Making Space for Race in the Star Wars Space, examining race, identity, and representation throughout the Star Wars universe.Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators #AuthenticMasculinity #BlackMaleEducators #EmotionalSafety #TeachingHonestHistory #EducationalEquity

We're breaking down the "Ain't It Funny" nucleus as Ja Rule reveals how Diddy inspired the track and why he had Ashanti finish his homework while he caught some Z's. On the Homie Helpline, the phones blow up as listeners share their raw regrets about skipping their Quinceañeras for cars and trips that didn't last. Chisme highlights the ultimate romantic gesture from Benny Blanco, who is currently crossing the Atlantic on a ship to see Selena Gomez because he's terrified of flying. Plus, the crew discusses facing their biggest fears, from marriage to tattooing a partner's name across an entire forearm.

The squad attempts to mediate a heavy Homie Helpline after a mother reveals her Samoan husband is forcing their introverted daughter to have a Quinceañera against her wishes for a Hawaii trip. Between the family drama, the crew exposes the truth behind Ashanti ghostwriting J-Lo's biggest hits while Ja Rule was busy taking a nap and warns listeners about the "explosive" consequences of the latest lettuce recall. [Edited by @iamdyre

SOMETHING is in the water at Sea World, and it's not just the fish. Geena recaps the crazy moments at the Ashanti performance at Sea World over the weekend.

SOMETHING is in the water at Sea World, and it's not just the fish. Geena recaps the crazy moments at the Ashanti performance at Sea World over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we sit down with Ashanti Thomas, entrepreneur, creative visionary, and owner of SWIFF Brand. Originally from Charleston, South Carolina, Ashanti has built SWIFF into a lifestyle brand focused on creativity, culture, and community.We dive into Ashanti's journey from idea to brand, the realities of building a business from the ground up, overcoming challenges, creating a lasting legacy, and what it takes to stand out in today's competitive marketplace. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or someone looking for motivation to pursue your vision, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from SWIFF, you can find them here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swiffbrand/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swiffbrand/Website: https://swiffbrand.com/This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractic: https://www.cfcforhealth.comhttps://www.instagram.com/columbiafamilychiropracticThis episode is sponsored by Gallup Design Build: ⁠https://www.gallupdesignbuild.com⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/gallupdesignbuild⁠If you would like to follow us, we are on everything at Here For The Health Of It Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/columbiashottestpodcast/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hereforthehealthofit

Kia ora e te ball bags! Producer Arun here putting together all the best bits you missed from the show today, FYI no Fame today so it might sound a lil different: Storme mixes up Storme’s Diary by doing a show and tell. If Tegan is stressed, look for these signs. Nickson reveals his worst fear. Hera wins a $5,000 travel voucher thanks to Disney’s Moana! Storme is playing silly games at his local pub… Storme reckons he can get any Māori to sing with these songs… The R&B queen that is Ashanti joins us on the show to talk about her tour! Thanks for listening ya mongrels! Lots of love Producer Arun, Producer A-aron, Producer Alonaa, Producer Kanuka, Producer Mah BROTHAH, Bad Boy Alan! xx

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Welcome back to your two favorite girlies!! Today's episode can be summed up in one word: EMPOWERING!!! (Trigger warning we do talk about sensitive topics including SA)   Maddy stumbled onto Ashanti one day on TikTok and was immediately triggered by what she was saying… in the BEST way possible.   This episode NEEDS to be shared to every single woman possible!! We can't wait to hear what you think!   About our amazing guest:  Ashanti is the founder of Unpunishable Woman, an independent media platform exploring the social, cultural and economic realities facing single women. After leaving a high-control religious environment and undergoing a significant personal transformation, including losing more than 120 pounds, she began creating content exploring womanhood, singleness, autonomy and social change. Her work reaches hundreds of thousands of women across social media.  Ashanti is currently developing The Single Woman Economy, a body of work exploring the economic impact and cultural significance of the growing population of single women worldwide. You can find all of Ashanti's platforms here: https://linktr.ee/unpunishablewoman  Message Ali MOMBUTT to get the mom butt guide or AUTOPILOT to get the meals you can make on autopilot  Find Ali here on  instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aliwagnercoaching/   Follow maddy's dating page here: https://www.instagram.com/its.maddymartinez?igsh=MXNvODZkNndlem5haA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr  Maddy's favorite redlight here and save: https://tinyurl.com/kindahot-hooga  Maddy's favorite Matcha brand:  https://tinyurl.com/kindahot-matcha  Maddy's favorite makeup: https://tinyurl.com/kindahot-subtlbeauty  Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and send us your health / relationship / life / just need advice on, submit your questions here: https://bit.ly/KHKH-ask-my-question Find us on all streaming platforms here, including the full video experience on our YouTube channel

In this episode, we sit down with Ashanti Thomas, entrepreneur, creative visionary, and owner of SWIFF Brand. Originally from Charleston, South Carolina, Ashanti has built SWIFF into a lifestyle brand focused on creativity, culture, and community.We dive into Ashanti's journey from idea to brand, the realities of building a business from the ground up, overcoming challenges, creating a lasting legacy, and what it takes to stand out in today's competitive marketplace. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or someone looking for motivation to pursue your vision, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from SWIFF, you can find them here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swiffbrand/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swiffbrand/Website: https://swiffbrand.com/This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractic: https://www.cfcforhealth.comhttps://www.instagram.com/columbiafamilychiropracticThis episode is sponsored by Gallup Design Build: ⁠https://www.gallupdesignbuild.com⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/gallupdesignbuild⁠If you would like to follow us, we are on everything at Here For The Health Of It Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/columbiashottestpodcast/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hereforthehealthofit

Overnight, some very important dresses dropped on our timelines after a major red carpet in London delivered pure style magic. We reveal how a style icon's team managed an impossible fashion dash from a Paris runway straight to a London red carpet in mere hours, and why a beloved pregnant actress just delivered her best press look in years.Plus, a major fashion house just wrapped its haute couture show in Paris with a bridal runway moment that has the internet completely spiralling. We decode the highly suspicious timing and the delicate design choices that look like major wedding dress crumbs from the world's biggest pop star…Finally, host Tina Burke is fresh off a plane from a massive fan convention in Los Angeles with all the exclusive backstage gossip. We reveal exactly what the Off Campus stars told us about the introduction of a new leading lady for season two; why Lily Reinhart was terrified to cast her romantic opposite for The Love Hypothesis; and Tina shared her shock run-in with Jennifer Lopez.Take The Spill's monthly pop culture quiz here and test your knowledge!Remember The Spill drops the tea twice a day in this feed so follow us for all the latest entertainment news OR you can WATCH our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and enjoy the watch! Link here. THE END BITS Find and follow us on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thespillpodcast/ Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia: https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Support Independent Women’s Media. Your subscription helps us continue to tell the stories that matter to women. Want to join the conversation? Have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss? Send us a voice message or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au and we’ll get back to you ASAP! Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio & Video Producer: Michael Kean Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're chatting with Gabriella and Janelle — the co-founders of Isle of Monday, the first on-demand rental platform for women's luxury vintage archival clothing. Gabriella is the sourcing powerhouse behind the brand, while Janelle leads marketing and growth — and I'm so excited for you to hear how two friends turned a shared love of vintage into a platform that's redefining how women access designer archival fashion. Gabriella's path to vintage started young — she's been collecting and reselling, all while working as a model from age 16, which put her in close contact with stylists and sparked her obsession with archival pieces. Janelle came at vintage from a different angle entirely, falling in love with vintage furniture and interior design. The two met at a pop-up at Canal Street Market, where Janelle spotted Gabriella's collection and the rest was history! After running future pop-ups together and getting certain requests from their customers over and over, they saw the gap rental could fill. They officially became business partners in January 2024, building out a rental platform with bespoke logistics, cleaning, and a proprietary pricing model built specifically for one-of-one archival pieces. Isle of Monday launched into beta on December 1st of 2025 and officially opened to the public on May 18th — and the growth since has been staggering, from under 2,000 followers pre-launch to nearly 50,000 today, with pieces recently worn by Keke Palmer, Doechii, and Ashley Graham, among others. On today's episode, we get into all of it — their now-famous Roberto Cavalli dress that went viral on TikTok before they'd even launched, what it's really like fundraising as two female founders in the still-misunderstood fashion tech industry, and why they believe archival vintage is becoming an investment-grade asset class in its own right. Let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:38] Gabriella's path to vintage started young — she's been collecting and reselling, all while working as a model from age 16 [6:13] Janelle came to vintage from a love for vintage furniture and interior design. [12:02] They met at a vintage pop-up and became fast friends and collaborators.  [14:26] Why they decided to innovate in rental instead of resale.  [19:46] Building a proprietary pricing tool for archival, one-of-one vintage rentals  [22:50] How they think about sourcing "rentable" pieces as opposed to resale inventory.  [34:16] Fundraising as two female founders in the fashion tech industry [39:40] Archival vintage becoming an investment-grade asset class in its own right. [41:34] Gabriella and Janelle's own personal vintage collections and style  EPISODE MENTIONS:  Isle of Monday @isleofmonday Janelle's 2003 Roberto Cavalli gown  Ashanti in Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 at the American Music Awards  Doechii wearing Isle of Monday Keke Palmer wearing Isle of Monday The Bluemarine dress from Uptown Girls  Sabrina Carpenter S/S 2003 Ralph Lauren dress Blummier Gone Archive 3 Sisters Seacret Vintage LET'S CONNECT: 

What if the most dominant record label of the early 2000s never faced federal charges?   In this episode of Hip Hop What Ifs, hosts D and 12 Kyle break down the rise, the fall, and the alternate history of Murder Inc. Records. From Irv Gotti's hit-making formula—pairing gritty lyrics with smooth R&B hooks—to the meteoric rise of Ja Rule and Ashanti, Murder Inc. was once the undisputed king of radio. But in 2003, the momentum hit a wall when federal agents raided the offices, alleging ties to the "Supreme Team" and Kenneth "Supreme" McGriff. We discuss whether it was truly the federal investigation that killed the label's momentum, or if the ruthless 50 Cent vs. Ja Rule rivalry was the real nail in the coffin.   In this episode, we discuss: -The genius of Irv Gotti and the blueprint for the early 2000s sound. -The "What If" factor: Could Murder Inc. have survived the shift to the G-Unit era?   -The impact of the 50 Cent and Ja Rule feud on the label's credibility.  -The legacy of Ja Rule and Ashanti as enduring icons.  0:00 Intro: Exploring Hip Hop What Ifs 1:50 The Rise of Murder Inc. & Irv Gotti's Vision 9:52 Ja Rule's Impact & The "Hard Lyrics/Soft Hooks" Formula 18:42 The Supreme McGriff Allegations & The Fed Raids 23:35 The 50 Cent vs. Ja Rule Rivalry 33:14 Did 50 Cent Kill Murder Inc.? 41:25 The Reality of New York Beefs 49:53 Ashanti's Rise & The Label's Legacy 54:31 Closing Thoughts: What Could Have Been Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com           Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y 

GRAMMY® Balloted Club Nouveau, Timex Social ClubGrammy Award Balloted singer and music label executive, Jay King, was elected CEO/President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) in June of 2019.GRAMMY® Award Balloted Jay King/Club Nouveau's music & samples have been featured in many TV & Film Soundtracks including the #1 Hit Movie "US" by Director Jordan Peele! "Jealousy" also made an appearance on the soundtrack for the film Modern Girls. "Why You Treat Me So Bad" was interpolated by the hip-hop duo Luniz, on its hit single "I Got 5 on It", and subsequently by rapper/record producer Puff Daddy on his #1 R&B single "Satisfy You".This week, I look at how a brand can stay relevant decade after decade.As a veteran mogul Jay King brings as much humility to the field as he does what has been called his genius. With three decades of continuous achievements in music, management, film/TV/radio, consulting and publishing; King has made an indelible impression. He claims Northern California in general as his hometown due to a nomadic youth spent between many of the Bay Area's cities; as well as Alaska for birthing his career. There was a deep musical undercurrent added to his early years by a clan which boasted a number of ministers, extending from his great-grandfather through a number of cousins, who all played instruments as well. His great uncle, Saunders King, a respected jazz/blues guitarist, offered the West Coast the first family hit in the 1940's—‘The S.K. Blues'—adding to the musical backdrop of King's childhood. In 1986, King starting the independent record label JAY Records to release the Timex Social Club hit ‘Rumors' and ushered in the biggest selling single of 1986 (3.5 million copies) and becoming the #1 R&B single on the Billboard Charts. With a Top 10 single on the Billboard Pop charts for over 56 weeks, King watched his life change as his music became an unprecedented hit. What he'd produced was history-making, as nobody had before taken an R&B song from an indie label to such heights. Although having independently produced, pressed and marketed his own music King was without the money to compete at radio plays and had to be creative with promoting. “There were challenges. You couldn't reach out to stores, and social media didn't exist then so you couldn't let people know with a click of a button that you had something out. You had to get out and hustle. People were making fun of me and laughing because I was out hustling records.” Bypassing traditional methods, King utilized Macola Records because of its position as an indie manufacturer with no association to a major label.Club Nouveau's music is in heavy demand commercially in movies and is sampled in many of today's artists hit makers like Ashanti, Chris Brown and many more.The group is STILL on the scene, performing hundreds of LIVE concert a year & recording NEW music!© 2026 All Rights Reserved© 2026  Building Abundant Success!!Join Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

De Ghanese Kwasi Wiredu, die in 2022 overleed, was één van de grootste Afrikaanse filosofen van zijn generatie. Hij pleitte voor de dekolonisatie van het Afrikaanse denken en een ‘consensusmodel' voor postkoloniale Afrikaanse staten. Hij bestudeerde de filosofie onder de Akan, de grootste bevolkingsgroep in West-Afrika, waarin de vraag ‘wat maakt een biologisch mens tot een waarachtig persoon' centraal staat. Deze filosofie, waarin de gemeenschap leidend is, staat haaks op de meeste westerse filosofieën.  Presentator Nathan de Vries, zoon van een Ghanese vader, gaat aan de hand van zijn persoonlijke geschiedenis in gesprek met mensen die de filosofie van Wiredu goed kennen. Wat blijft van het gedachtegoed van Kwasi Wiredu? Nathan praat met:  -Akwasi, hiphopartiest en oprichter van Omroep Zwart; hij is van Ghanese afkomst.  -Nii Hammond, theatermaker en erfgoedonderzoeker Afrikaanse studies. Hij werd geboren in Ghana en groeide op in de hoofdstad Accra. Hij woont sinds zijn zesentwintigste in Nederland.  -Henk Haenen, een historicus die promoveerde op het Afrikaanse denken.   -Louise Müller, universitair docent Afrikaanse literatuur en media aan de universiteit Leiden. Ze studeerde af op de Akan filosofie en geschiedenis, en promoveerde op de Ashanti. De Ashantivormen een prominente subgroep van het Akan-volk.  

What happens when a certified educator, trauma-informed healing-centered facilitator, and community organizer starts asking deeper questions about masculinity, emotional safety, and the world our boys are growing up in?In this powerful episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Asahnti sits down with Mexican-American educator, former middle school teacher, community organizer, and Trauma-Informed Healing-Centered Facilitator, Fernando Deveras. is known for his thought-provoking commentary on history, politics, education, and current events through his growing online platforms and community work.Ashanti and Fernando unpack the emotional realities many young men carry behind the mask, the pressure to perform masculinity, the fear of vulnerability, and the impact of growing up in a world shaped by social media, violence, isolation, and emotional disconnection.This conversation dives into:What boys are really searching for beneath the surfaceWhy emotional safety matters in schools and communitiesThe hidden exhaustion educators carry behind the scenesTrauma, healing, and intergenerational patterns in Latino familiesThe role educators play in helping young people feel seenWhy “the kids don't have time for adults to wait to be ready”Masculinity, community accountability, and the bystander effectThe importance of speaking up, even when your platform feels smallFernando also shares his personal story growing up as the son of immigrants, becoming a father while in college, transitioning from classroom teaching into community organizing, and helping families heal through culturally grounded practices.If you care about young men, education, emotional wellness, restorative practices, or building safer communities this episode is for you.Connect with FernandoInstagram: @fernando.deverasYouTube: Fernando De VerasSubstack: Fernando De VerasLearn more about and their family healing workshopsConnect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators #MillionMaskMovement #EverForwardClub #EducationLeadership #HealthyMasculinity #YouthDevelopment #EmotionalSafety #CommunityHealing

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In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti Branch sits down with Nigel Williams, a longtime friend from Oakland, retired probation professional, high school basketball coach, father, entrepreneur, and founder of Future Rich.Nigel reflects on the masks he wears as a man who leads with heart, hope, and resilience, while carrying the hidden pressure of looking good, seeming like he has wealth figured out, and navigating the unspoken shame many men carry around money, health, and struggle.He shares his journey from Calvin Simmons Middle School and Fremont High School to 25 years in probation, where he worked with young people, challenged systems that were not serving youth well, and learned the importance of giving people resources before they reach crisis. Nigel also opens up about his health journey, including surviving a staph infection and facing prostate cancer with a commitment to early detection, honesty, and helping other men take their health seriously.In this episode, we talk about:The mask of looking like everything is figured out Why men often hide money struggles instead of talking about them Growing up in Oakland and learning from mentors, family, and community Nigel's 25-year career in probation and juvenile justice The difference between punishment, accountability, and real support Why young people need financial literacy earlierThe story behind Future RichCompound interest, the Rule of 72, and long-term discipline ETF dividend funds and building generational wealthWhy “future rich” is about freedom, not just money Men's health, early detection, and prostate cancer awarenessStarting today, even if you did not start yesterday0:00 Welcome and introduction1:18 Nigel's Oakland roots and Future Rich5:57 From engineering to education9:50 Nigel shares his mask16:43 Ashanti shares his mask21:22 Lessons from 25 years in probation29:32 The beginning of Future Rich36:14 Money, masculinity, and young men39:14 ETF dividend funds explained42:31 Compound interest and the Rule of 7247:52 Men's health and early detection51:03 PSA numbers, MRIs, and prostate cancer54:42 Start today57:46 Closing and Million Mask Movement invitationConnect with Nigel Williams Website: futurerichnow.com Also mentioned: buildfuturerichnow.com TikTok / Instagram / Facebook: Nigel Williams Project: Future Rich Book / Resource: Future Rich book, workbook, and teacher's guide Mentioned in this episode Future Rich Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #NigelWilliams #FutureRich #FinancialLiteracy #GenerationalWealth #MaleEducators #MensHealth #ProstateCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #YouthMentorship #OaklandEducators #MillionMaskMovement #EverForwardClub

In this episode of unMASKing with Male Educators, Ashanti Branch sits down with Jay Wamsted, a 20-year educator, father, writer, and author of The Lockdown Artist.Jay reflects on the masks he wears as a teacher, being in control, joyful, hopeful, and steady, while carrying the hidden weight of uncertainty, frustration, and concern about the future of public education.He shares his journey as a white educator in predominantly Black classrooms, how writing helped him process race and identity in schools, and why emotional safety matters deeply in math class. Jay also talks about replacing traditional warm-up problems with connection-building “cold opens,” using mistakes as teaching tools, and helping students feel like the classroom does not have to be a bad place.In this episode, we talk about:The hidden mask of classroom controlWhy students can “opt out” long before they leave the roomTeaching through COVID and learning what educators can and cannot fixRace, identity, and the myth of the neutral classroomJay's journey from math teacher to writerThe story behind The Lockdown ArtistWhy educators should write down classroom storiesBuilding emotional safety in math classUsing jokes, trivia, and authenticity to connect with studentsWhy making mistakes publicly can help students feel safer0:00 Welcome and introduction1:31 Jay opens with a classroom breathing practice3:31 Ashanti shares the front and back of his mask6:33 Jay reflects on control, hope, and what he carries behind the mask9:25 The public misunderstanding of teachers and summers off11:18 How Jay navigates the pressure of caring for students14:28 COVID, burnout, and learning what teachers cannot fix15:53 Jay's journey into writing16:11 Teaching as a white educator in predominantly Black classrooms18:06 Summer 2020 and writing about race in education19:35 The story behind The Lockdown Artist22:04 “Are you in or are you out?”23:37 Who The Lockdown Artist is written for25:28 Race, identity, and what adults call “neutral”30:56 Journaling, reflection, and writing classroom stories35:07 Emotional safety in math class36:43 Moving away from traditional warm-up problems38:35 Using “cold opens” to build connection43:19 Advice for educators who want to build more trust44:43 Being real with students in appropriate waysConnect with Jay WamstedWebsite: jaywamsted.comInstagram / TikTok / X: @jaywamstedJay WamstedBook: The Lockdown ArtistMentioned in this episodeThe Lockdown ArtistThe First Days of School by Harry K. Wong and Rosemary T. WongConnect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #PrincipalKafele #MillionMaskMovement #MaleEducators #SchoolLeadership #CulturallyRelevantPedagogy #EverForwardClub

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Ashanti sits down with Clyde Cole, Principal of Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School, to explore identity, leadership, education, and the masks school leaders wear.Clyde reflects on his journey as the child of immigrants, his 35 years in education, and the classroom moment that shaped his calling. He also shares how calm leadership, transparency, and emotionally safe adults can help young men build trust and move beyond the mask.A powerful conversation for educators, school leaders, mentors, and anyone committed to helping young people feel seen.In this episode:The masks Ashanti and Clyde wear as educators and leadersWhy calm leadership can sometimes be misunderstood as not caringHow transparency helps students, families, and staff trust the decision-making processWhy young men need vocabulary to express what they are carryingThe fifth-grade teacher who changed Clyde's life by choosing elevation over punishmentWhy educators should look for opportunities to lift students up, even in disruptive momentsHow Cristo Rey Brooklyn supports students through academics, work-study, service, and community partnershipTimestamps:00:01 Welcome and introduction00:44 Clyde's background, identity, and Brooklyn roots02:26 Leading Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School04:48 Ashanti shares his educator mask08:32 Clyde shares his mask as a leader13:42 Calm leadership in difficult moments15:54 Using transparency to build trust19:14 The deeper work of education21:19 Helping young men move beyond the mask23:01 Giving young men language for their emotions26:17 Creating spaces for emotional risk-taking27:48 Why students need safe adults30:59 The teacher who changed Clyde's path32:28 Elevating students instead of punishing them36:19 Clyde's five domains of school leadership37:44 Academic leadership39:01 Cultural leadership40:01 Organizational leadership41:22 Team leadership42:28 Interpersonal leadership45:35 Cristo Rey Brooklyn's work-study model46:24 How to support Cristo Rey Brooklyn students48:21 Closing reflections and mask invitationResources & Links Mentioned:Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School: https://www.cristoreybrooklyn.org/ Faculty & Staff / Clyde Cole: https://www.cristoreybrooklyn.org/faculty-and-staffConnect with Clyde ColeWebsite: https://www.cristoreybrooklyn.org/ Email: ccole@cristoreybrooklyn.orgJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode Ideas, Email us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #EmotionalSafety #MaleEducators #AuthenticLeadership #SchoolLeadership #CristoReyBrooklyn #YoungMenMatter #BehindTheMask #EducatorWellbeing

Ashanti sits down with Bishop Foreman for an honest and powerful conversation about leadership, education, and the masks we wear.This episode explores what it means to lead while carrying pain, why consistency can become overcommitment, and how childhood experiences often shape the way adults show up as educators, mentors, and leaders. Bishop Foreman also shares why the best teachers do more than deliver information. They help students think, connect, and transform.If you are an educator, school leader, mentor, coach, or anyone who works with young people, this conversation offers both reflection and practical insight.In this episode:The masks Ashanti and Bishop Foreman wear in public and what they carry underneathThe connection between childhood instability and adult leadership patternsWhy authenticity matters in teaching and leadershipHow to move from information delivery to transformational teachingWhy educators should focus on the takeaway, not just the lessonHow engagement, humor, and interaction help students learnWhy students need adults who can connect before they can truly teachTimestamps: 00:06 Welcome and opening reflections 00:14 Meet Bishop Foreman 00:30 Bishop Foreman on leadership, impact, and honoring educators 01:21 His early love of teaching and starting a business at age 12 03:47 Ashanti on entrepreneurship, schools, and setting up the mask activity 05:32 Ashanti shares his mask 08:32 Bishop Foreman shares his mask 13:39 Consistency, leadership, and knowing when to let something go 15:34 Childhood responsibility, protecting others, and emotional attachment in leadership 19:44 Ashanti connects with the role of protector in his own story 20:40 Working with adults, youth, and communicating across audiences 22:56 Speaking with energy and connecting beyond information 24:37 Youth attention spans and the challenge to make learning worth their time 26:46 Moving from reacting to students toward building growth-centered structures 28:45 Starting with the end in mind and teaching for transformation 30:02 Why many educated people are not taught to think critically 31:14 Social media, swipe culture, and shrinking attention spans 32:38 Teaching critical thinking instead of just content 33:14 The educators Bishop Foreman still remembers and why they mattered 36:36 How to connect with Bishop Foreman 39:32 Closing invitation to share your mask anonymouslyResources & Links Mentionedbishopforeman.comText “BISHOP” to 55498 for discounts on books, coaching, and resourcesConnect with Bishop ForemanWebsite: bishopforeman.com Social media: @BishopForemanJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode Ideas, Email us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #EmotionalSafety #MaleEducators #AuthenticLeadership #EducatorWellbeing #BehindTheMask

In this conversation, Ashanti sits down with Alexander Kopelman, founding president and CEO of the Children's Arts Guild, to explore authenticity, identity, creativity, and what it means to help children thrive as whole human beings. Together, they reflect on the masks adults wear, the stories we carry from childhood, and how our own fears, wounds, and expectations can shape the way we show up for young people. Alexander shares his journey as a refugee from the Soviet Union, the origins of the Children's Arts Guild, and the heart behind his book, For Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting World.How identity gets shaped by what others assume about usWhy creativity can open doors to honesty, vulnerability, and emotional safetyHow the Children's Arts Guild began through work with boys and creative expressionA powerful moment from a kickball game that opened a conversation about crying and griefWhy adults in a child's ecosystem matter just as much as the child-focused program itselfWhy children need to be allowed to fully be the age they areHow post-pandemic expectations may still be out of step with where children really are00:02 Welcome to UnMASKing with Male Educators00:35 Meet Alexander Kopelman01:41 Alexander introduces the Children's Arts Guild and For Real02:09 Coming to the U.S. as a refugee and rebuilding identity03:13 Assumptions, religion, and being seen from the outside05:25 Choice, identity, and the masks we wear14:39 Creative mortification and the fear of drawing17:34 How Alexander's work with boys and adults began21:25 Kickball, crying, and the moment things shifted23:15 Why working with adults became essential25:09 Authenticity as a framework for educators and parents27:12 What games can reveal about fairness, emotion, and behavior29:17 Why adults need inner work and practice too31:45 Men's work, circles, and learning to trust the process35:31 Realizing there were no men in his life37:04 New Warrior training and recognizing inner voices40:20 Parenting, anxiety, and reacting from fear41:35 What For Real offers adults43:34 Letting children be the age they are44:19 Post-pandemic development and shifting expectations46:41 A final reminder for parents and educators47:28 How to connect with Alexander48:34 Closing invitationResources & Links MentionedChildren's Arts GuildFor Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting WorldAuthenticity Works — Alexander's websitemillionmask.org — share your mask anonymouslyMankind ProjectGirls Inc.Connect with Alexander KopelmanWebsite: authenticityworks.orgBook website: forrealbook.orgJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode Ideas, Email us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #AlexanderKopelman #Authenticity #CreativeExpression #EmotionalSafety #WholeChild #MaleEducators #Parenting #ChildDevelopment #Healing

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In this episode, the fellas (finally) discuss Trick Daddy vs AKA, the insanity of the transfer portal in college basketball, why Tone is a bamma for not watching "The Boys" so we could talk about it, ITWAN at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., and Ashanti possibly being a first-ballot Meats Hall of Famer. 

BMS Episode 123/The Throwback SessionsLet's take this ride back to the ‘90s with just a sprinkle of the 2000sThis era of where hip hop blended with r&b takes us to a few of those jams that made your head snap back & forth!This episode showcases Ashanti, Amerie, Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, Ginuwine, and many more!PLAYLIST1. Hold On/En Vogue2. Keep It Comin'/Keith Sweat3. Freak Like Me/Adina Howard4. Full Moon (Cut Father & Joe Remix)/Brandy5. Bug-A-Boo (H-Town Screwed Mix)/Destiny's Child6. 1 Thing f/Eve/Amerie7. Gangsta/Lil' Mo8. Feel So Good/Ashanti9. Keepin' My Composure/H-Town10. Show Me The Way/Bell Biv Devoe11. I Miss You (Come Back Home)/Monifah12. Forever My Lady/Jodeci13. Like You've Never Been - Get on Up Remix f/Keith Sweat/Kut Klose14. Differences/Ginuwine15. Sock it 2 Me f/Da Brat/Missy Elliot16. The Booty Affair/Ralph Tresvant17. MJB Da MVP/Mary J. Blige

Ashanti and her mom disagree on wedding etiquette and she is taking drastic measures. Is she the jerk?

In this thoughtful and timely conversation, Ashanti sits down with educator, facilitator, and author Jason Biehl to explore masculinity, whiteness, emotional honesty, and what it means to nurture healthy belonging for boys and men. Together, they reflect on the fears, grief, and uncertainty many young people are carrying right now, and why adults must be willing to face discomfort, tell the truth, and model courage in order to create more emotionally safe communities.Jason also shares about his upcoming four-part graphic memoir series, Unicorns: A Memoir for Young White Men, beginning with On White Discomfort, and explains why this work matters so deeply in this moment.In This Episode, We Talk About:What Ashanti and Jason are carrying on the front and back of their masksWhy hope, honesty, and vulnerability are essential in hard timesThe fears young people are holding about safety, identity, and the futureHow masculinity, whiteness, and patriarchy shape belonging and disconnectionWhy discomfort can be a necessary part of learning, growth, and healingThe importance of creating spaces where boys and young men can tell the truthJason's new graphic memoir series, Unicorns, for young white menWhy adults and educators must stop waiting for crisis before doing proactive workTimestamps:00:00 Discomfort, healing, and growth00:34 Episode preview01:25 Welcome to UnMASKing with Male Educators02:02 Meet Jason Beale04:26 Working with white men, boys, and belonging06:52 Ashanti shares his mask09:41 Jason shares his mask12:24 “Hope is a discipline”14:35 Fear, silence, and speaking up16:28 Why more men need skin in the game17:03 Bullying, fear, and self-silencing19:08 Social media vs real courage21:09 What young people are carrying right now23:33 What gives Jason hope26:00 The need for healthier role models28:25 Why white discomfort matters30:49 Othering, privilege, and race33:15 Tulsa, erased history, and truth38:09 Algorithms and echo chambers40:30 Why schools wait for crisis42:54 Boys, patriarchy, and accountability45:16 Jason's Unicorns book series46:19 Closing invitationResources & Links MentionedChange the Narrative — Jason's websiteUnicorns: A Memoir for Young White MenNurturing Healthy Belonging series for young men and boysmillionmask.org — share your mask anonymouslyTalk to Your Boys by Christopher Pepper and Joanna SchroederConnect with Jason Biehl Website: changethenarrative.meJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode Ideas, Email us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #JasonBeale #MaleEducators #HealthyMasculinity #Belonging #EmotionalSafety #AntiRacism #SocialJusticeEducation #YoungMen #VulnerabilityIsStrength

What does it cost to always be seen as the strong one?In this conversation, Curtis Valentine, founder of Real Men Teach and founder in residence with the American Institute for Boys and Men, joins Ashanti to talk about what it takes to recruit, support, and retain men of color in education. They explore the stereotype that men of color should always be the strong ones, how Real Men Teach grew from a local school board effort into a national movement, why male educators leave classrooms, and what schools can do to create the kind of support that helps them stay.Listen and apply these takeaways to your life and leadership:Strong friends still need help. The expectation that men of color should always carry pressure quietly can make support harder to ask for and harder to receive.Representation matters, but recruitment is only the beginning. If schools want men of color to stay, they need real community, care, and systems of support.Movements can start with something simple. Real Men Teach began as a local effort and grew through outreach, relationships, and shared purpose.Men don't just leave classrooms because they stop caring. They leave when the conditions around them make it difficult to sustain the work.School change takes partnership. This episode is a reminder that improving schools requires people to bring their ideas, their networks, and their willingness to build with others.Everyone can do a little bit. Whether it's joining a movement, supporting educators, or collaborating with mission-driven organizations, meaningful change grows through collective action.(0:00) Meet Curtis Valentine + the mission behind Real Men Teach(0:27) From local school board project to national movement(0:47) The stereotype of being the “strong one” and what it costs men of color in education(1:05) Why strong friends still need help(1:16) Why men leave classrooms(1:24) What schools can do to recruit and retain more male educators(1:37) Ashanti's call to get involved and support organizations creating changeConnect with Curtis ValentineReal Men TeachAmerican Institute for Boys and MenJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode Ideas, Email us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #MaleEducators #RealMenTeach #CurtisValentine #MenInEducation #BlackMaleEducators

What if the way through stress isn't to push harder, but to learn how to come back to yourself?In this conversation, Shalin Desai, engineer, Art of Living Foundation leader, and breathwork teacher, shares how being introduced to these practices at 16 changed the direction of his life. Ashanti and Shalin talk about the masks men wear, the fear of failure, the calm we can carry behind the mask, and why breath is one of the most practical tools we have for working with stress and emotion. They also explore skepticism around contemplative practices, the difference between hearing “be present” and actually knowing how.Listen and apply these takeaways to your life and leadership:The mask of competence can hide a real fear of failure, pressure, and self-judgment, and naming that matters.Calm is not the absence of responsibility; it's the ability to carry life without letting stress become your identity.The real question isn't just “be present,” it's “how?” Shalin points to breath as a direct tool for working with emotional patterns.Breath and emotion are connected: when the breath changes, your internal state can change too.This work becomes real when it restores purpose. Shalin shares a story about a participant who arrived hopeless and left wanting to live.Skepticism doesn't disqualify anyone. People from many backgrounds can benefit without giving up who they are.(0:00) Meet Shalin Desai + how Art of Living became part of his life(2:54) Shalin's origin story: his mother's healing, finding the course at 16, and discovering breathwork early(8:57) Ashanti's own Art of Living journey + wondering what shifts when young people learn peace sooner(10:19) The masks we wear: competence, fear of failure, calm, irritation, and ending the day without regret(13:50) “That sounds good, but how?” bringing spiritual ideas into real-life stress(15:21) The connection between breath and emotions + why breathwork is practical, not abstract(17:42) A participant's suicide note story + what happens when someone reconnects to purpose(20:20) Skepticism, openness, and why people are more ready now to try meditation and breathwork(22:37) Research, results, and why this work keeps spreading(26:50) Types of Art of Living courses + why the practice has to continue beyond one experience(32:07) Emotional overload, algorithms, polarization, and making impact from calm instead of frustrationConnect with Shalin DesaiWebsite: artofliving.orgInstagram: @shalindesaiJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #breathwork #artofliving #emotionalwellness #mensmentalhealth #meditation #wellnessineducation #selfawareness #healingjourney #podcast

Welcome to UnMASKing with Male Educators. In this episode, Ashanti shares a deeply personal update on his health and wellness journey, reflecting on what it has meant to continue detoxing, stay committed to a plant-based lifestyle, and push through both physical and emotional barriers along the way.But this conversation goes beyond the scale. Ashanti connects his fight for health to the realities of being an educator, the sacrifices so many teachers make, and the urgency of creating safer, more responsive spaces for young people in our schools.From chronic pain and food addiction to advocating for students and supporting educators, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing, wellness, and school transformation are all connected.As UnMASKing with Male Educators continues to explore what it means to show up fully for ourselves and our students, this episode invites you to reflect on your own journey, your own wellness, and the ways we can all do better for young people.(0:00) 2026 update and a recap of the detox journey so far(2:20) The emotional battle of hovering near 300 pounds(4:48) Breaking below 300 for the first time in years(6:30) Chronic pain, health, and fighting for your life(7:20) January detox results and total weight released since September(9:40) Learning which foods fuel wellness and which ones don't(10:50) The sacrifices educators make in service of others(12:10) Supporting young people when schools miss the signs(14:36) Why educators must pay closer attention to what's happening in their classrooms(16:59) Starting school transformation one classroom at a time(19:22) Bay Area teacher strikes and what they reveal about educator value(21:45) A visual update on the journey and an invitation to join the Million Mask MovementJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm #UNWME #diaryofaconfusededucator

01. Enrico Dragoni - Everyday 02. Ashanti, Ja Rule - Always On Time (Proppa Treatment) 03. Mochakk - Maria 04. Damelo, Nsj - Shoop 05. Luca Garaboni, Fabiola Osorio, Marco Lys - Nino 06. Kevin Yost, Mo'Cream - Messing With My Soul 07. Rio Kosta, Vandelux - Follow The River 08. Kevin Andrews - I Cant' Wait 09. Harlem Dance Club, Hdc - Secrets 10. Ridney, Luca Guerrieri - Luv Musica 11. Maurizio Basilotta, Loris Altafini, Angie Bee - Where It Counts 12. Raffa Guido, Hills - Famax 13. Bell Mesk, Steevie Milliner - Check 14. Samo - Strangers 15. Aboutme - All You Do Is Wrong 16. Josh Butler - Only Eight 17. Stogov - Cazador 18. Aldo Us - Give It Up 19. Overworked - Let's Get Set 20. Jdhsbdy - LET ME GO 21. James Greene - Want it Now 22. Black Legend, Ridney, Angelo Ferreri - Deep Down 23. Reboot, Shoke - No Danger 24. Agent Stereo - L.A. 2 Chicago 25. Daniele Aloisi - Your Mind 26. Jason Cadden, Olly K, 0Ne4Rm - My Obsession 27. Parmajawn - Serious Bidness 28. Toomy Disco - Mind Over Matter 29. Obscure Shape, Urban Cc, Traumer Stop - Mana 30. Zetbee - The Things We Do 31. Central Cee, Sammy Porter - Doja 32. Kh, Four Tet, Nelly Furtado, Mph - Only Human 33. Kaddu - De Dro 34. Jo Paciello, Luca Garaboni - My House, Your House 35. Wza - U Know Somethin' 36. B&S Concept, Zetbee - Memory 37. Bagdie - Move It 38. Goosey - Body Movement 39. Astrid Mars - Conocerte Mejor 40. Mo'Cream, Sebb Junior - Sugar 41. Geods Sored - The Process Is The Good Part 42. Cody Currie, Deeper - Better 43. Nimino, Claptone - I Only Smoke When I Drink 44. Goodie Bags - NYC Rooftop 45. Chinonegro, Andre Butano - Check Out 46. Loui & Scibi - Don't Lie 47. Dj Christian B - Rising 48. Man Without A Clue - In Full Effect 49. Luis Bravo, Sunfloat - Raw Clicks 50. Fdf - Rough Sound 51. Steve Robinson (Uk) - Hey Bass Kids 52. Michael Grald - Chasing Time 53. Eisen - Silhouette 54. Chemars - I Got The Music 55. Laurent Simeca - Funky Sound 56. Lauti Mina, Vga - Shining 57. Dusky - Nobody Else 58. Groove Assassin - Blow the Party 59. Claus Casper, Freiboitar - Savage Strings 60. Riichardi - Incitame 61. Ossie - That's a Vibe 62. Chamber Echo - Solset 63. Hellmate, Santiago & Carlitos, Chantal Lewis-Brown - Show Me Love 64. A Fish Called Wanda, Dr. Night - Take Time 65. Sharam, Millean - Party All The Time 66. Juliet Thurbz - Rich Man 67. The Brothers Macklovitch, Tony Romera, A-Trak, Mike D - Bump 68. Chris Damon - The System 69. Zetbee - Moonlight 70. Dj Tennis, Ashee - I Wanna Know 71. Jayc, Christo - D & C 72. Dj Carpet, Vano1337 - Torino 73. Lightleak - Mambos 74. Dj Disciple, N.W.N. - The Beat, The Scene, The Sound 75. Fdf - So High 76. Thonis - Shifting Realities 77. Paolo Solo - Basement

This month, We kick off the next chapter of our Mirage-era journey as we begin Volume 4 of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, covering the first four issues in our ongoing monthly deep dive. Written and illustrated by Peter Laird with finishes by Jim Lawson (and additional work by Eric Talbot later in the arc), this era marks a return to Mirage continuity following the Volume 2 fork in the road — and right from the opening cover by Michael Dooney, the Turtles feel grounded, compact, and classic again.We also set the stage in the early 2000s, when these issues first appeared between September 2001 and mid-2002. Pop culture was stacked: films like Spider-Man, Star Wars: Episode II, Blade II, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding filled theaters, Nickelback and Ashanti ruled the charts, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City dominated gaming, and Family Guy was canceled (for now). Against that backdrop, Volume 4 begins a slower-burn, sci-fi-tinged saga that blends grounded family moments with looming cosmic stakes.Issue #1 mirrors the Turtles' very first alley fight as they clash with the Madhattan Maulitia, while revealing a major shift: the brothers are now in their 30s, feeling every mile of the fight. A rooftop snowmobile chase leaves Michelangelo critically injured and discovered by the imposing alien warrior Magnrok, while Donatello uncovers an abandoned armored truck that feels destined to matter later. Meanwhile, April and Casey attend a fertility appointment, Shadow senses something world-changing on the horizon, and the Fugitoid and Utroms quietly prepare a massive interstellar operation.Issue #2 finds Michelangelo surviving an airborne ambulance mishap and waking inside Kurtzburg Memorial Hospital — a facility that treats superheroes, aliens, and the otherwise unusual. Back in the lair, Donatello and Casey investigate the mysterious armored truck while Raphael contemplates being left alone with skeletonized robbers and his life choices. Shadow navigates teenage secrecy, and the Utrom plan continues to unfold beyond Earth.Issue #3 expands the scope dramatically: a research expedition in Venezuela encounters a wooden, weaponized creature, U.S. Air Defense scrambles as an Utrom craft departs the moon, and Michelangelo receives a scenic flight home courtesy of his rescuer Raptarr. As aliens descend toward New York Harbor, panic spreads, missiles fail spectacularly, and humanity greets first contact with static, confusion, and ineffective gunfire.Issue #4 delivers the payoff: the alien craft peacefully returns the long-lost spacecraft Defiant to Earth and introduces the Utroms to the world — with one clumsy stumble instantly easing global tension. Karai observes events from the shadows, revealing Foot Clan interest in the alien arrival, while a quiet rooftop moment gives way to yet another escalation: a giant robot rising from the sewers.Volume 4 opens with introspection, humor, and domestic calm colliding with cosmic inevitability. The Turtles are older, the world is bigger, and something enormous is clearly on its way.

Anything Goes Mixshow - Feb 2026 features Keri Hilson, Jamie Foxx, Chris Brown, Burna Boy, Skillibeng & Rema, Beyonce, Rihanna, Ashanti, Shallipopi + MORE! Good r&b, afro and dancehall energy!