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A majority of the general population fears public speaking. Where does the trauma of public speaking stem from? Kenia Thompson has made it her mission to demystify public speaking to help people gain confidence in sharing their voices, no matter the size of the audience. Her career in journalism has come full circle, and she now serves as the host of the Black Issues Forum on PBS. Learn her tips to enhance your one-on-one conversations and group presentations in this episode, including her recount of her first negative experience with public speaking. Find her online here:https://www.wordcrumbs.comLinks:Website: https://www.honeyandhustle.co1:1 Consultation: https://angelahollowell.lemonsqueezy.com/checkout/buy/a0d1b976-39d0-4d1f-b2ee-5f5e3e6d7691?logo=09 Lessons We've Learned from our Podcast Guests: https://angelahollowell.lemonsqueezy.com/checkout/buy/7474a4cf-9bfa-4431-89a4-9660920f8ed1?logo=0Digital Tools for Video Creators: https://angelahollowell.lemonsqueezy.com/checkout/buy/ce13789d-4a20-4f0f-b8a6-8ea7d9647c2b?logo=0

We bring you a special treat this week - a show full of holiday music, performed by the North Carolina A&T State University Choir and conducted by Maestro Travis W. Alexander. Filmed at First Baptist Church in Greensboro, the Choir performed their annual Holiday Concert for Black Issues Forum.

This week on Black Issues Forum, after pro-Confederates demonstrate on UNC-CH's campus Black students demand more safety. UNC-CH's Dr. William Sturkey and student leader Jarrah Faye share their views. Then Jesse McCoy, Steve Rao, and La'Meshia Whittington provide context and perspectives on the Cuban protests, assassination of Haiti's president, and role of race and fairness in sports.

This week on Black Issues Forum, panelists La'Meshia Whittington, Greg Hedgepeth, and Harold Eustache discuss the pros and cons of the senate's proposed state budget, impact of the eviction moratorium on landlords and tenants, and Nikole Hannah-Jones's rejection of UNC's offer with tenure.

Panelists reflect on the conviction of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Hosted by Deborah Holt Noel. Guests include Greear Webb, Erika Wilson and Mary C. Curtis.

WTVD reporter Tim Pulliam and "Roll Call" columnist and host of the "Equal Time" podcast Mary C. Curtis join Black Issues Forum to discuss the start of Derek Chauvin's trial, Pres. Biden's new infrastructure plan, the racial component to the fight over the filibuster, possible redistricting changes in North Carolina, and a new lawsuit targeting a Confederate monument.

This week, Black Issues Forum breaks down how NC's easing COVID restrictions could be received by those most affected by the pandemic; new conversations surrounding race in pop culture, and the debate over what - and how much - NC students are learning about Black history in public school. Panelists include NCCU instructor Brett Chambers; WTVD reporter Tim Pulliam; and political analyst Jessica Holmes.

Mary C. Curtis, a columnist for "Roll Call" and host of the "Equal Time" podcast; Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao; and La'Meshia Whittington-Kaminski with Advance Carolina and the NC Black Alliance join Black Issues Forum to break down a new lawsuit against Donald Trump, the latest effort to remove Confederate monuments in NC, and a new law enforcement funding bill.

Black Issues Forum breaks down the impact of Donald Trump's impeachment trial; ongoing negotiations over Pres. Biden's stimulus proposal; and NC's latest COVID relief bill. This week's panelists include Patrick Hannah, chair of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators' corportate round table; 2020 Democratic candidate for NC Labor Commissioner Jessica Holmes; and NCCU professor Brett Chambers; Kerwin Pittman, founder of RREPS; and writer and journalist Dean-Paul Stevens.

North Carolina's Lt. Governor Mark Robinson joins Black Issues Forum with his take on the push for more in-person learning options, and his opposition to new changes to the state's social studies standards. St. Augustine's University professor Umar Muhammad, executive director of CREED James Ford, and freelance writer/journalist Courtney Napier also join us to break down the week's headlines.

NC's Secretary of DHHS Dr. Mandy Cohen joins Black Issues Forum with an update on the state's ongoing COVID-19 vaccination efforts; NC Senators Don Davis and Natalie S. Murdock break down the start of the 2021 session; Black Issues Forum Analysts Mary C. Curtis, Addul Ali, and Steve Rao give their takes on Pres. Biden's approach to racial inequity, and plans to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill.

The concept of race is a complex matter, and often it is difficult to have a real conversation about race and ethnicity without tensions rising and offenses being launched. Deborah has a dialogue about the definition of race and more with Dr. Candis Watts Smith of UNC-Chapel Hill, Dr. Mark Anthony Neal of Duke University, and Samone Oates-Bullock, a student at UNC-CH.

The concept of race is a complex matter, and often it is difficult to have a real conversation about race and ethnicity without tensions rising and offenses being launched. Deborah has a dialogue about the definition of race and more with Dr. Candis Watts Smith of UNC-Chapel Hill, Dr. Mark Anthony Neal of Duke University, and Samone Oates-Bullock, a student at UNC-CH.

November 10, 1898 was an important and tragic day in Wilmington's and North Carolina's history, yet very few people know about what took place on that fall day all those years ago. Filmmaker Christopher Everett explores this crucial historical moment in his new documentary, Wilmington on Fire, and Deborah sits down with him to learn more about why he wanted to tell this story.

November 10, 1898 was an important and tragic day in Wilmington's and North Carolina's history, yet very few people know about what took place on that fall day all those years ago. Filmmaker Christopher Everett explores this crucial historical moment in his new documentary, Wilmington on Fire, and Deborah sits down with him to learn more about why he wanted to tell this story.

This is an important election year for North Carolinians, yet there are so many barriers that voters of color are facing when it comes to their basic right to express their voices. Deborah chats with Kerra Bolton, David Joyner, and John White - three NC political experts and strategists who have ideas about how voters of color can protect their votes as well as their ability to go to the polls.

This is an important election year for North Carolinians, yet there are so many barriers that voters of color are facing when it comes to their basic right to express their voices. Deborah chats with Kerra Bolton, David Joyner, and John White - three NC political experts and strategists who have ideas about how voters of color can protect their votes as well as their ability to go to the polls.

This week, Deborah heads to Rocky Mount to learn about the predominantly female African-American medical team at the Opportunities Industrialization Center - the OIC - a multi-purpose resource center that focuses on health. These doctors, nurses, and dentists are working to both improve health disparities in Eastern NC and to educate their patients about the virtues of medicine and health care.

This week, Deborah heads to Rocky Mount to learn about the predominantly female African-American medical team at the Opportunities Industrialization Center - the OIC - a multi-purpose resource center that focuses on health. These doctors, nurses, and dentists are working to both improve health disparities in Eastern NC and to educate their patients about the virtues of medicine and health care.

The concept of "home" can mean so many different things, and artists in particular choose to express their feelings towards their homes in various ways. Deborah sits down with filmmakers and artists Hope Azeda, Naimah Fuller, and Destini Riley to figure out just how these creative women show their audiences the role that their homes play in their everyday lives.

The concept of "home" can mean so many different things, and artists in particular choose to express their feelings towards their homes in various ways. Deborah sits down with filmmakers and artists Hope Azeda, Naimah Fuller, and Destini Riley to figure out just how these creative women show their audiences the role that their homes play in their everyday lives.

Deborah sits down with Mickey Fearn, Professor of Practice in the School of Natural Resources at North Carolina State University; Marilynn Marsh-Robinson, Partnership and Alliances Manager with the Environmental Defense Fund; and Thomas Easley, a Professor at NCSU, all experts in environmental justice and the importance of going outside and enjoying nature for African-Americans.

Deborah sits down with Mickey Fearn, Professor of Practice in the School of Natural Resources at North Carolina State University; Marilynn Marsh-Robinson, Partnership and Alliances Manager with the Environmental Defense Fund; and Thomas Easley, a Professor at NCSU, all experts in environmental justice and the importance of going outside and enjoying nature for African-Americans.

Millions of Americans struggle to understand the Affordable Care Act and their current health care options. Benjamin Money of the North Carolina Community Health Center Association, Jennifer Simmons of the North Carolina Navigator Consortium, and Adam Linker of the Health Access Coalition at the North Carolina Justice Center take on this issue and help clarify some of the choices Americans have.

Millions of Americans struggle to understand the Affordable Care Act and their current health care options. Benjamin Money of the North Carolina Community Health Center Association, Jennifer Simmons of the North Carolina Navigator Consortium, and Adam Linker of the Health Access Coalition at the North Carolina Justice Center take on this issue and help clarify some of the choices Americans have.

Patrice Gilmore, the Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion at Holt Brothers Construction, and Shelton Russell, the publisher of American DBE Magazine, sit down with Deborah to talk about what minority business enterprises should be doing in order to take full advantage of every opportunity and how to make sure that they are granted those opportunities in the first place.

Simon Johnson, Co-Founder of Quality Education Academy, Don McQueen, Co-Founder of Torchlight Academy, and Eugene Slocum, Co-Founder of Alpha Academy Public Charter School, seek to dispell misunderstandings about charter schools, and they explain the rewards that African-American students in particular reap by choosing to go to a black-led charter school.

The recent events at the University of Missouri have re-ignited conversations all over the country about racism in collegiate settings, and many students in North Carolina are joining in and saying, "We've had enough." Deborah sits down with Dr. Benjamin Reese, Jr., Seth Pearson, and Henry Washington, Jr., all members of the Duke University community, to hash out what exactly needs to change.

Patrice Gilmore, the Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion at Holt Brothers Construction, and Shelton Russell, the publisher of American DBE Magazine, sit down with Deborah to talk about what minority business enterprises should be doing in order to take full advantage of every opportunity and how to make sure that they are granted those opportunities in the first place.

Simon Johnson, Co-Founder of Quality Education Academy, Don McQueen, Co-Founder of Torchlight Academy, and Eugene Slocum, Co-Founder of Alpha Academy Public Charter School, seek to dispell misunderstandings about charter schools, and they explain the rewards that African-American students in particular reap by choosing to go to a black-led charter school.

The recent events at the University of Missouri have re-ignited conversations all over the country about racism in collegiate settings, and many students in North Carolina are joining in and saying, "We've had enough." Deborah sits down with Dr. Benjamin Reese, Jr., Seth Pearson, and Henry Washington, Jr., all members of the Duke University community, to hash out what exactly needs to change.

Duke physician Damon Tweedy gives his diagnosis on the role of racial bias in medicine with his New York Times bestseller "Black Man in aJoin us as we discuss the best strategies for handling an encounter with a law enforcement officer. Retired Durham Deputy Police Chief Beverly "B.J." Council, the founder of You and Five-O, and Ron Mangum, an educator and Employee Relations specialist, both sit down to help viewers understand what police officers and citizens alike can do to prevent unsafe situations from developing.White Coat."

Duke physician Damon Tweedy gives his diagnosis on the role of racial bias in medicine with his New York Times bestseller "Black Man in aJoin us as we discuss the best strategies for handling an encounter with a law enforcement officer. Retired Durham Deputy Police Chief Beverly "B.J." Council, the founder of You and Five-O, and Ron Mangum, an educator and Employee Relations specialist, both sit down to help viewers understand what police officers and citizens alike can do to prevent unsafe situations from developing.White Coat."

In 1964, Jimmy Raye left Fayetteville to enroll at Michigan State University. Little did he know that while he was there, he would become a trailblazer helping to change the game of college football forever. His story is captured in the book, "Raye of Light" by Tom Shanahan, and includes insight into the integration of college football and the role of the Michigan State Spartans in it.

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Education exhibits at the NC Arboretum showcase our state's native plants. Two sisters in Chapel Hill teach neighbors about nature in their popular home garden. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler joins us during this Got To Be NC Agriculture month. And a preview of this week's episode of Black Issues Forum featuring some inspiring local artists.

NCCU's BRITE is home to discoveries in biomanufacturing and making it's mark on the worldwide community as well as the lives of aspiring pharmaceutical professionals. Drs. Li-An Yeh and Hazell Reed discuss BRITE's research and developments in cancer, Alzheimers, and diabetes treatments plus student opportunities.

Join the President of Parents for Educational Freedom North Carolina Darrell Allison and the President of the North Carolina Association of Educators Rodney Ellis for different perspectives on opportunity scholarships and information on how vouchers can work to address the achievement gap and benefit families seeking better education opportunities.

Technology innovation is a nation's top indicator of economic strength and power. The U.S. Dept. of Labor reports only 5% of U.S. workers are employed in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields, and minorities and women are severely underrepresented in these fields. Find out how public education and private industry are working to reverse the trend..

It's a writer's fairytale for this North Carolina author. We'll talk to Wilmington, NC native Jason Mott, author of the New York Times Best seller "The Returned" about the ups and downs of his manuscript's journey to becoming a major network television series.

While the Nation reflects this year on the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, where do issues around women's rights and gender equality fit in? Dr. Valerie Ann Johnson of Bennett College, the founder of WomenNC Beth Dehghan, and life-long women's and human rights activist Adrienne Witherspoon share their perspectives.

Asheville's YMI Cultural Center celebrates 120 years since it opened in 1893 as The Young Men's Institute. Founded by African Americans Isaac Dickson and Dr. Edward Stephens and funded by George Vanderbilt, it housed a kindergarten, adult schools, a library, drugstore, doctor's offices, swimming pool and more. Historian Dr. Darrin Waters and YMI Director Sharon West share its history.

Urban and community gardening and farming could be a way to provide healthy food alternatives to residents of areas traditionally unfriendly to growing produce and also help overcome issues of food access. The City of Lenoir shares how they made a community gardening program work.

Architects Phil Freelon and Zena Howard are on the design team that's building the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. They and other architects on the FABS "dream team" share the vision behind the design concept.

What kinds of laws governing the use of guns will allow Americans to enjoy their rights and keep everybody safe? Durham City Mayor Bill Bell, Gail Neely with North Carolinians Against Gun Violence, and Sgt. Tivon Howard with the Zebulon Police Department share their experiences and views.

Meet North Carolina jazz and soul recording artist Yolanda Rabun and hear her perform songs from her CD "So Real"..

Alzheimer's Disease is especially hard on the caregiver, and this is oftentimes a close family member. Caregivers not only need to know how to help their loved one but also how to maintain their own health. Scientist Dr. Goldie Byrd of NC A&T, Alzheimer's Advocate Garret Davis, and caregiver Shari Bailey share their expertise, advice, and personal stories.

Chances are, you or someone you know has a child with autism. When a family faces this developmental disability, how do they manage, and how can you be helpful if you're a friend? Former TV anchor Dwayne Ballen shares his journey with his son in a new book titled "journey with Julian" as we learn about the highs and lows of autism.

Program guests say emancipation was more of a process than a proclamation, and freedom is a fundamental American value that we continue to define and aspire to attain for everyone. NC Museum of History Curator Earl Ijames and Director of the NC Freedom Monument project explain as they discuss cooperative events honoring the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation.

February 6, 1971, a small grocery store in Wilmington, NC was burned down, and 10 student civil rights protestors, including former NAACP director Dr. Ben Chavis, were falsely accused, unjustly tried and convicted, and incarcerated. Known as the Wilmington 10, their names were finally cleared after a 42 year fight. Dr. Chavis and attorney for the group Irving Joyner share their story.