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Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Machelle Pugh, CEO and Founder of Christopher A. Pugh II Center, along with Odie Tolbert, Fashion Stylist/Image Consultant and Owner of I Am Pr-O Styling, who both highlight the Memphis, Tennessee-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering men of all backgrounds through technology-focused workforce development and career preparation with tailored support services to promote purpose, growth, and positive change. The discussion highlights the center's upcoming "Bow Ties and Blazers" fundraising event scheduled for Saturday, June 14th at the Guest House at Graceland.During the interview, Machelle shares the background of the Center, which was established after her son was killed in a shooting in 2019. The Christopher A. Pugh II Center aims to provide support and resources to young men and adults through life-changing programs focused on mentorship, education, life skills, and vocational training. In partnership with the Tennessee Department of Corrections, the Center also delivers a 150-hour Cognitive Behavioral Intervention Program (CBIP) across nine facilities, reaching over 885 participants in four years - empowering individuals to break cycles of incarceration and build brighter futures. Machelle talks about their different programs ranging from HVAC and culinary arts to film production, financial literacy and software development. She shares a recent success story with a former participant who used his culinary arts training to secure a part-time job while in college and received a fully furnished dormitory room, highlighting their commitment to empowering individuals through comprehensive support.Odie shares his personal connection to gun violence through a classmate's tragic death, which motivated him to support the Center's mission of helping men find purpose. He describes his background in fitness and fashion and shares how he uses his experience to help others build confidence through appearance with the goal of empowering young men to feel good and look good.Machelle and Odie then highlight the upcoming fundraising event, “BowTies and Blazers” featuring “The Distinguished Divine 9,” taking place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m, at the Guest House at Graceland, located at 3600 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116. Guests will be immersed in a world of glamour and fashion excellence, indulging their senses in a fusion of textures, colors, and silhouettes designed to inspire and impress. Models will take the runway in exquisite couture creations, blending artistry, innovation, and style. Odie and Machelle highlight the event's focus on fashion, entertainment, and raising awareness about the Center's mission to change the lives of young men. Tickets are $125, and sponsorships are available at platinum, gold, and silver levels. Tickets can be purchased online, through the Center's social media or in person at their location. Machelle wraps up discussing how the Center seeks volunteers and mentors for their young men's program, as well as assistance with clothing donations and daily operations.Visit https://www.christopherpughcenter.org to learn more about the Center and their upcoming event. Tickets for the event can be purchased here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing.... You can also purchase tickets through the Center's social media pages or at their office located at 757 Walnut Knoll LN, Cordova, TN 38018.
Non seulement Guylaine Tanguay vend-elle beaucoup d’albums, mais elle en produit beaucoup aussi. Il y a peu de temps, elle faisait paraître 3764 Elvis Presley Blvd, un disque dédié au répertoire du King. Pour ce faire, elle a visité deux fois la maison d’Elvis Presley, en plus d'enregistrer dans le mythique Sun Studio. Quand la reine du country québécois rencontre le King du rock’n’roll, on ne peut qu’espérer le meilleur!
Cette semaine, pour la dernière de la saison, Mathieu Caron reçoit Guylaine Tanguay! Très active sur la scène musicale québécoise, la nouvelle reine du country vient maintenant présenter son nouvel album intitulé «3764 Elvis Presley Blvd», en hommage au King. Rencontre avec une artiste complète, inspirante et toujours très occupée!
April takes Ace to the punk show where he learns about bizarre and otherworldly events that transpired throughout Elvis Presley’s life. Ivan breaks up Ace’s conversation with an Elvis trivia expert because things have gotten weird in the area surrounding Graceland. When Ace gets back to Elvis Presley Blvd, he learns “weird” is just the tip of the iceberg. Get the Ace Tucker Space Trucker Novel! http://novel.acetuckerspacetrucker.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ace-tucker-space-trucker/support
Ace is now a bona fide hero in the eyes of the employees and management of the KFC on Elvis Presley Blvd. April shows Ace how KFC makes their tasty chicken then invites him and Ivan to a punk rock show that evening. Before the show, Ace and Ivan try to sneak into Graceland but things go haywire. Then, an Elvis impersonator gives Ace a cryptic message. Get the Ace Tucker Space Trucker Novel! http://novel.acetuckerspacetrucker.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ace-tucker-space-trucker/support