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On this week's Keepin It Real, Cam wonders if we have what it takes any more. If the thumbs up button is as far as we'll go or as much as we'll do. ----- David Brooks wrote a column in the New York Times last week calling for a, quote “comprehensive national civic uprising.” There are well over four thousand comments with most being something along the lines of “Yes. It's about time. Someone should do something.” Brooks' says the Trump administration has gone too far, that we are indeed in a constitutional crisis, and it's time to act. But, I wonder, do we have what it takes to act? Or have we gotten used to saying “yeah, that's a problem but it's someone else's problem, not mine” and maybe hit the thumbs up button. I'm going to change the subject. I've had some tense conversations with my Christian friends when I tell them that it's much easier to worship than to be a practitioner of their faith. Worshipping Jesus is easy. We go to church. We pray before meals. We ask for blessings in his name. Maybe wear a crucifix. That's worshipping. It's public. Visible. And, frankly, easy compared to what he actually asked us to do. “Don't bother with worshiping me,” he essentially said. “Follow me.” Do what I do. Behave the way I behave. Luke, Chapter Six, “Why do you call me Lord, Lord and not do what I tell you?” There many similar versus throughout the New Testament.  But do any of us have what it takes to do what he told us? Few. Very few. Because that's hard and, today, puts us at odds with what's happening in our nation. “I'm good with the Lord. I went to Church on Easter.” Well how about that guy who was sent mistakenly to prison in El Salvador?  We say, “Yea. That's awful. He shouldn't have been caught up in whatever he was caught up with. I'll pray for him.” And that's it. But if we were truly practitioners, not simply worshippers, what would we do to help he imprisoned, he poor, the neglected?  We'd do something active with our feet, not simply bring our hands together and mention the poor guy over grace before dinner. Does this nation today, supposedly packed with Christians, have what it takes to act Christ-like anymore? Or are we all so fat and content that we let abuses fly and we'll simply click the thumbs-up and offer our BS thoughts and prayers? I'm disgusted by what's happening out there. I'm disgusted by the way so many of the Universities and law firms, supposedly bastions established to spread open thinking and to uphold democracy, are rolling over like puppies on the teat. There are protesters, but I'm disgusted by how many of us – me included – are watching and not practicing our faith. We were once a proud nation who pitied the banana republics run by bullies with no character and integrity. We would act to protect the weak, the poor, the vulnerable. Whether you agreed with or not, we knew this country would act. Now, we don't even act on it inside our own borders. We are a nation supposedly full of Christians who, despite what our Christ asked of us, feel contented to only worship and not practice our faith. Prove me wrong. Please! I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.

Hello Community!  Having a discussion about diversity—by whatever name you choose to call it—is not an option. Your employees, customers, and stakeholders are watching, and in many cases, waiting. You don't have to have all the answers, but you do have to be willing to engage. The most successful organizations are those whose leaders are willing to lean into complexity and seek wisdom from their peers. When companies face industry disruption, they don't rely on gut feelings—they consult advisors, peer groups, and experts to chart a way forward. Why should this conversation be any different? Today we're going to get comfortable with discomfort during our final Real Conversation from the C-Suite with my guests, Leo Bottary, author of the newly released book, Peernovation Second Edition, Forged by CEO Forums, Perfected For Teams, and Jim Roberts, author of the peer-reviewed article, DEI is Dead, Long Live DEI.Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

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Joe Sherwin delivers an Easter message out of Mark 16:1-8. Listen in as Joe shares that the grave is empty so you don't have to be.     Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Pastor Freddy T delivers an Easter message out of Mark 16:1-8. Listen in as Freddy T shares that the grave is empty so you don't have to be.     Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Hello Community!  If you haven't noticed by now, this series of Real Conversations from the C-Suite doesn't feature just another perspective about DEI. It's a series of conversations about leadership—about how to make decisions in an era where taking a stand is unavoidable. If you're in the C-Suite, you don't have the luxury of avoiding this conversation. Your employees, customers, and stakeholders are already having it—with or without you. The question isn't whether you should engage, but how you will lead. Prepare to take notes as you listen in to this Real Conversation from the C-Suite with my guests, Leo Bottary, author of the newly released book, Peernovation Second Edition, Forged by CEO Forums, Perfected For Teams, and Jim Roberts, author of the peer-reviewed article, DEI is Dead, Long Live DEI .Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Pastor Freddy T continues in the Exodus series and delivers a message out of Exodus 17-18. Listen in as Freddy T shares what makes a good leader.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

On today's Keepin' it Real, Cam reports on a writer's conference he attended last weekend where a good part of the conversation was about using AI. All the writers, Cam reports, choose to not use it, preferring to remain "pure." ----- I attended a writers' conference last Saturday. Writers are a curious breed, convinced their unique perspective on describing something as mundane as a sunset is groundbreaking and essential. I love them. But they're weird. This year, though, a frequent topic was artificial intelligence – how do writers use it, if at all. Speaker after speaker claimed they don't use the stuff, choosing instead to remain “pure.” Huh, I thought. I wonder if mathematicians once dismissed calculators because they weren't pure. Or cooks refused kitchen blenders because electrified blending wasn't pure. Or the ancient Chinese dismissed matches because fire made from flint and steel was somehow more pure. "AI just doesn't have a soul," the authors seemed to be saying "It can't experience love, loss, or regret." True enough, but then again, neither does my toaster, and it still reliably performs its job every morning without any existential angst. Plus, it doesn't complain when I burn the toast. Truth be told, I wanted to agree with the speakers wholeheartedly. Part of me wanted to stand triumphantly on my chair, fist raised high, shouting, "Yes! AI can't possibly write the way we can! Its unpure." But as I sat listening, I couldn't help remembering countless times when I've stared helplessly at a blinking cursor on an empty screen, desperately begging for inspiration to appear. More often than not, what I ended up writing was about was mindless junk that I needed to fill a page and make a deadline. Maybe a dash of AI could have given my writer's block exactly the jump-start it needed. Yet could an AI authentically capture the awkward silence after a joke falls embarrassingly flat—something I've personally experienced far too often—or perfectly describe the unique blend of ego and insecurity that simmered quietly throughout the conference room? Could it mimic the quiet desperation of writers jockeying for the attention and the validation of their peers? The honest truth is, I don't know. And frankly, I'm not sure these writers at the conference really knew either. Perhaps they're right, and artificial intelligence will always lack that elusive "human touch." But who can say for sure? Maybe someday, an AI will pen a poem so profoundly moving that we'll all toss our beloved notebooks aside and question every choice we've ever made. STOP. FULL STOP. Everything you've just heard was written this morning by ChatGPT using the following prompt: Write a 450-word commentary based on my Keepin' it Real commentaries for Alabama Public Radio, written in my voice. In it, discuss a writer's conference I attended last week and how many writers felt that AI could never replace the sound of the true creative's voice. Make it humorous and poke a bit of fun at the writers who said this. And folks, I can promise you this is the first time I've used AI in any of my 300+ commentaries. And I pledge to you going forward, I intend to Keep It Real.

Hello Community!  In case you hadn't noticed, DEI is still at a crossroads.   Leo Bottary's framework for peer-driven leadership provides a powerful model for engaging CEOs in these complex conversations. His book outlines how the collective wisdom of a trusted peer group can help leaders navigate change, build psychological safety, and create resilient organizations.  This is where I want to connect Leo's principles to Jim Roberts' recent article entitled, DEI is Dead; Long Live DEI to explore how we can stand firm on the principle of inclusion in a shifting DEI landscape. Join me for our first Real Conversation from the C-Suite with my guests, Leo Bottary, author of the newly released book, Peernovation Second Edition, Forged by CEO Forums, Perfected For Teams, and Jim Roberts, author of the peer-reviewed article, DEI is Dead, Long Live DEI for an insightful, thought-provoking conversation about the importance of inclusive influence.   Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Send us a textBosco and Christian return as a dynamic duo for a conversation that weaves through musical icons, basketball legends, and cinematic gems with the natural flow that defines their podcast chemistry. Ever wonder who you'd sound like if you could magically sing? The hosts open up about their dream vocal abilities, with Christian admiring Music Soulchild's smooth delivery while Bosco fantasizes about channeling Luther Vandross or even Bobby Brown. Their discussion evolves into a passionate breakdown of R&B legends, highlighting how performers like Keith Sweat prove that emotional connection often transcends technical perfection. When they marvel at Johnny Gill's prodigious talent—sounding like Eddie Levert at just 14 years old—you can feel their genuine appreciation for musical mastery.The conversation shifts seamlessly to creative processes, with Christian revealing his journey from writing rap lyrics inspired by Eminem to crafting free-verse poetry. Their analysis of Lil Wayne's improvisational genius ("the LeBron James of rap") captures why certain artists change the game forever. Speaking of basketball, their debate about the sport's greatest ball handlers becomes a thoughtful meditation on how we judge talent across generations, punctuated by Bosco's personal encounters with Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Michael Jordan.Perhaps most compelling is their exploration of body image and gym culture—noting with insightful irony that fitness spaces are paradoxically filled with the most insecure people. The episode concludes with enthusiastic movie recommendations, especially "Woman in the Yard," which Christian discovered bears an uncanny resemblance to a screenplay he once wrote.Join us for this authentic conversation between friends and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @nobodystalkingpodcast where you can send us messages and connect with the community we're building together.Thanks for listening to the Nobody's Talking Podcast. Follow us on Twitter: (nobodystalking1), Instagram : (nobodystalkingpodcast) and email us at (nobodystalkingpodcast@gmail.com) Thank you!

Pastor Freddy T continues in the Exodus series and delivers a message out of Exodus 16. Listen in as Freddy T shares how Jesus is our daily bread.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Cam and his wife were at a wedding reception last week. It was beautiful. One conversation, though, has stuck with him. ----- My wife and I stood with a young man at a wedding Saturday night as he lamented the lack of turkeys to hunt at his camp. There were no gobblers, he said, and he was a bit down in the mouth about it. “Why,” my wife asked. “In the spring,” he said, “the hens move to a different place where they like the environment for nesting. The gobblers follow. And wherever those hens go, it's not on our property. I wish there were something about our place that the hens liked but every spring they move away, and the gobblers go with them.” “Sounds a lot like the bars I used to go to in college,” I said. No reaction. Then my wife joined in. “How about making your place more romantic. Some mood lighting in the woods and you can play Sade and Lou Rawls. That'll make the hens want to stick around. Make it so romantic they can't bring themselves to leave.” And she began singing You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine and doing a little shoulder dance. She and I laughed at the idea. It was funny! Both of us were imagining two turkeys doing a sensual dance around each other in the middle of the woods to Lou Rawls or Sade under some soft lights. We were wiping tears from our eyes. It was hysterical and we kept the joke going. It was good stuff! The young man's expression was, well…he was either pitying us, worried for us, or worried for himself. He thought none of it was funny. He didn't get the joke. He looked awkward because he felt awkward. Two people standing in front of him mopping tears from their eyes to something that he knew flew way over his head. Lou Rawls? Sade? Who were they? Should he offer us a nervous, sympathetic laugh? Should he excuse himself and quickly get lost in the crowd? The poor young man stood there uncomfortably, not knowing what to do. We stopped laughing and an awkward silence hung. It was the age gap. It reared its ugly head and stared all of us in the face. Was the key to getting the joke knowing who Sade and Lou Rawls is? Was the key to getting the joke hearing the song in your head and picturing the turkeys dancing? Was the joke something only old people like and when I was in my twenties would have felt sad for me, too. Does humor, like wine, age and change its complexity? And then, like wine, go bad. I could chalk the whole incident up to my wife and my shared odd sense of humor. I'm not gonna do that. I could chalk it up to our humor having gone bad. That's not it. I'm going to chalk it up to kids these days. Imagine two turkeys dancing in the woods to this music and try not to smile. Try I dare you. You can't not smile. It was funny! I worry about the future of our nation. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.

Hello Community! April is National Stress Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and addressing the impact of stress on our daily lives. This focus on awareness aligns with a recent experience I had just a few weeks ago.  I have been facilitating conversations about leadership for decades. But nothing could have prepared me for what happened while I was co-facilitating a webinar. We are living in a time of emboldened hostility—a boldness I have never before experienced so directly. So how do we, as leaders, navigate a world where inclusion itself has become a flashpoint? How do we remain committed to progress when the very language of DEI is being stripped away in corporate and public discourse?  That's the topic of this month's conversations and I hope you'll join me with a sense of curiosity.  Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Hour 1--J&J Show Wed., 4/2/25--Jason Smith breaks down the importance of next 2 Grizz games & the future & ESPN's Kendrick Perkins joined Jason Smith to keep it real on the Grizzlies full 3133 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:23:45 +0000 5YtdM0oZ0oqX11X1eY0PSctuvdFSKCeP sports Jason & John sports Hour 1--J&J Show Wed., 4/2/25--Jason Smith breaks down the importance of next 2 Grizz games & the future & ESPN's Kendrick Perkins joined Jason Smith to keep it real on the Grizzlies Local columnists and hoops insiders Jason Smith and John Martin appear daily 11am - 2pm on 929FM ESPN/680AM! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.ne

Pastor Freddy T continues in the Exodus series and delivers a message out of Exodus 15, Listen in as Freddy T shares the importance of getting to know that Lord.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Hello Community!  If you've ever – or never – thought about what makes conversations about race so uncomfortable, this show is for you.  Because if we want to create truly inclusive workplaces, we have to build psychological safety—environments where people feel free to say what they really think  -- with professional courtesy and respect for those with whom we are speaking -- even if it's unpopular. Prepare to take notes as you listen in to my final Real Conversation from the C-Suite with my guests, Todd Levinson and Andre Thomas, co-hosts of The Healing Race Podcast, as they help us appreciate the process and get through to the other side of challenging conversations. Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

What if I told you there's one thing that can instantly boost your performance, skyrocket your confidence, and make every practice count? Spoiler: it's simpler than you think. In this episode, I dive into the game-changing power of setting intentions and how it can transform your athletic journey. Whether you're on the field, court, or track, this tip will help you get the most out of every moment. Ready to level up? Let's go!What's Covered in This EpisodeThe secret to maximizing your performance (hint: it's all about setting intentions).Why simply showing up to practice isn't enough and how to take control of your growth.A heartfelt shoutout to Alyssia and her daughters, who are crushing it with goal-setting in our Elite Mental Game program.The SMART Goals framework broken down: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Oriented.How setting goals builds confidence and keeps you focused during practices and games.Practical tips to make goal-setting a habit (yes, it's easier than you think!).Why defining success through goals is the key to tracking progress and staying motivated.Your step-by-step action plan to start setting intentions like a pro.If you've ever felt like you're putting in the work but not seeing the results, this episode is for you. I share actionable strategies to help you take ownership of your performance, build unshakable confidence, and make every practice count. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, this tip will change the way you approach your sport and your life.Don't just show up, level up. Hit play now to learn the one thing that can take your performance to the next level. Trust me, you don't want to miss this. Let's goEpisode Highlights: [00:00:00] Let's Get Started. What if I told you there's one thing that can instantly boost your performance, skyrocket your confidence, and make every practice count? Spoiler: it's simpler than you think.[00:00:23] The Power of Goals. In this episode, we're talking about why setting goals is the secret sauce to making your practices and games count. Trust me, this is a game-changer.[00:00:45] A Shoutout to Champions. Huge love to Alyssia and her daughters for absolutely crushing it with goal-setting in our Elite Mental Game program. Their progress is inspiring![00:01:33] Why Intentions Matter. Here's the truth. Without setting intentions, you risk showing up to practice and wasting time. Let's take control and make every moment count.[00:02:23] The SMART Goals Blueprint. I'm breaking down the SMART Goals framework, your ultimate guide to setting goals that actually work. Get ready to level up![00:04:19] Keep It Real. Your goals need to be realistic and achievable. Don't set yourself up for frustration, set yourself up for success.[00:05:28] Make It a Habit. Here's how to make goal-setting stick. Write it down, reflect after practice, and stay consistent. You've got this![00:06:37] Confidence Starts Here. Goal-setting builds confidence. Every small win proves you're capable of big things. Let's get those wins rolling![00:07:27] Define Your Success. Goals help you know if you're improving. And if you don't hit your goal? No worries, it's all part of the journey.[00:08:30] Your Action Plan. Set SMART goals, hold yourself accountable, and reflect after every practice or game. Let's make progress happen![00:08:53] Let's Keep Going. Thanks for tuning in! Share this with a teammate or coach, and let's keep raising elite competitors together. See you next time!Next Steps:Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as&

Pastor Freddy T continues in the Exodus series and delivers a message out of Exodus 15:1-21, Listen in as Freddy T shares the importance of singing out to the Lord.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Thanks to everyone who listens. Today's episode is dedicated to a conversation that I was waiting to talk about. And last night on Friday Night SmackDown spoke to me in a way where I couldn't sit by and not talk about it. I believe WWE is missing some REAL excitement when it comes to this year at WrestleMania. Not everything is bad, but at the same time, there's some concerns I have. And I expressed em' on this episode. I hope you all understand where I am coming from. And please know, at the end of the day, it's just pro wrestling. It ain't that serious. Welcome all the The Wrestling Takeover Podcast! Be sure to spread the word, subscribe, and listen every week. Plus, follow me on X and Instagram. https://linktr.ee/JordanTurner YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBHO32Nvxi-cJBmkn7_67KiqwrIwRxAuA&si=H6P3MpMqhzTxT74X

On this week's Keepin It Real, Cam Marston shares what exhausts him and how a good conversation is hard to find. ----- It was 1,000 one-minute conversations. A collection of people who all were within a degree, maybe a half a degree, of separation. Hardly a meaningful chat and as the event wore on, the meaningfulness of the chats dwindled further. For so little conversation, it was exhausting. I think maybe that conversations that skim along the veneer of content are more taxing than digging into content. I don't know. But when I left, I was completely spent. I'm like so many other people claiming that technology has impacted today's youth's ability to communicate. I bemoan their addicted behaviors when it comes to their phones. Technology has impacted their ability to talk, I say, or to hold a conversation, or to make eye contact. Today's technology has made them only interested in what everyone else is doing or saying, unable to engage with what's happening right here, right now, right in front of them. However, my own behavior at this event wasn't much different than the complaints I make about them. I can imagine how I looked, flitting from person to person, hardly engaging anyone, only looking for what's next and who else was there. The event was spectacular. I was the problem. Not long ago I read about a couple who were invited to a dinner party. They normally decline these invitations because they abhor small talk; it wears them out. The host, however, insisted and the couple begrudgingly showed up, fake smiles pasted on their faces. Once the final guests arrived and all were seated for dinner, the host asked a bombshell question: “How do each of you deal with your marital conflicts?” After a moment of stunned silence, the couples began sharing their stories and their tactics and their lessons learned. There was no small talk to be had. It was an immediate deep dive into meaningful content. The reluctant couple had said to each other they'd stay until it was acceptable to leave. They had their departure excuse rehearsed. However, they ended up staying until well after midnight and left energized by the conversations, not depleted. I had lunch with a guy a while back. I had shared a book I enjoyed with him weeks before. When he and I sat down, I asked him what he felt his purpose in life were, which was a major element of the book. When his tone changed and he began subtly mocking me thinking I didn't notice, I realized I had rushed things. It was too soon for that question. Was it too soon in our lunch? Too soon in our friendship? I don't know. We both hurried the lunch to a close and he's avoided me ever since. I was searching for meaningful content and assumed he'd join me. He was having none of it and none of me. It's too bad, too. He's an interesting guy. Like most people my age, I'm old enough now that I know a good number of people. I wanted that at one point and, well, here I am. However, at my age, I'm old enough now to realize that I want to know, truly know, many, many fewer. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.

 Hello Community!  In case you hadn't noticed, DEI is at a crossroads.   But here's the hard truth: If we want to move forward, we have to get real about total diversity. That means making room at the table for everyone, including those who have been skeptical or outright opposed to past diversity approaches. If we say we want inclusion, that has to include people we may not agree with. Otherwise, what are we really building? Join me for another Real Conversation from the C-Suite with my guests, Todd Levinson and Andre Thomas, co-hosts of The Healing Race Podcast, as they help us unpack what gets in the way when we talk about race in real ways that increase understanding. Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Have you ever found yourself living a life that looks completely different than, not only the one you had planned, but the one you'd been very happily living? For many of us, illness, trauma, death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, fill in the blank, can leave us reeling, feeling lost, and untethered. Join me in hearing from Pat Henneberry, author of My Soul Showed Up: Finding Hope and Resilience against all odds, as she shares how showing up has made all the difference as she recovers from eight different surgeries over a six-year span. Send us a textVisit www.kellybargabos.com to listen to all past episodes and/or connect with Kelly.

Hello Community! This month on Real Conversations from the C-Suite I will be joined by Todd Levinson and Andre Thomas co-founders and hosts of the podcast The Healing Race Show.  Friends for over 25 years, Todd is a Jewish man and best friends with Andre, a gay African American man, and they freely talk about living in each other's presence as roommates and now co-hosts.  It's the most fascinating Real Conversation from the C-Suite you've ever heard. Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Supporting your team through thick and thin. Lee’s first trip to Anfield. Liverpool vs PSG: Champions League Showdown! Alisson’s World class goalkeeping Exhibition. Another not so shocking Man City Loss: How Nottingham Forest won!Arsenal vs United: Key Moments and Performance Insights. United Must - Win Matches: Beating Real Sociedad is Our Goal. Jadon Sancho’s Penalty: Controversy and Cole Palmer struggles. Chelsea is back in the top 4: What it means for Maresca! If Man United Wins The Europa League They Could knock Man City out of Champions LeagueLiverpool vs Newcastle in the Carabo Cup Final Sunday!Lee Reliving the Final Season at Highbury: A Nostalgic LookGoalkeeper Follies The Art of setting up a wall.Aston Villa Surge?Who would Arsenal fans prefer: Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid?

Pastor Freddy T continues in the Exodus series and delivers a message out of Exodus 13 Listen in as Freddy T shares how God reminds us of our need for Him.   Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

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Hello Community! Beginning with a shout-out to National Women's Day on March 8th, and Ceasar Chavez Day on March 31st, I have quite a bit to share with you today.  For the past few years, the term "DEI" has carried both promise and pressure. It's been a rallying cry for progress, but in some spaces, it's become a political lightning rod. We are at a crossroads. At its core, this work isn't about checking boxes, establishing quotas, or maintaining compliance.  Retiring the term "DEI" does not mean walking away from the work. It means rewiring our approach.  This work is too important not to get right.  Let's do it together.Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Episode #550! Transmetropolitan, Superman vs The Flash and Usagi Yojimbo! This week we Keep It Real with our takes on TV and comics. First up Scott talks about the comedy series Bookie available on Max. DL does an overview of the Ellis and Robertson series Tranametropolitan. Scott brings the DC treasury Superman vs The Flash The Greatest Race Of All Time to the table. All that plus Usagi Yojimbo! Check it out!   

Pastor Freddy T continues in the Exodus series and delivers a message out of Exodus 12:1-13 ; 21-51. Listen in as Freddy T shares how the elements of the passover point us to Jesus.   Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

On this week's Keepin' It Real, Cam explains the Ft Lauderdale accord and how it's telling him that it's time to move on. ----- My wife and I will be empty nesters in eighteen months. If all goes according to plan, in that time our youngest two will graduate and head to college and if looking back is anything like looking ahead, these next eighteen months will fly by. If you're a regular listener, you know that my wife and I have four kids. We purchased this house with a family of six in mind. With only two kids left at home, it's already a lot of space and in eighteen months it will be much larger than we need. So today, just now, in fact, a realtor left. We wanted her to tell us what buying and selling a home looks like today since we've not done it in nearly twenty years. What part of our house will new buyers like and how can we accent it. What parts will buyers not like and how can we shore them up. We got from her a list of ten documents we need to find that will help in the sale of the house. And we have eighteen months or so to get all this done. This all stems from my wife and I drawing up a Reverse Bucket List in a Ft Lauderdale hotel room in December. It's an idea I got from Arthur Brooks' book called From Strength to Strength. A bucket list is what you want to do and what you want to get that will excite you; that'll make you happy. A Reverse Bucket List is what you want to get rid of or what you will never do again that will make you happy. At the top of my Reverse Bucket List was yardwork. It also included paying for homeowner's insurance on rooms and bathrooms and spaces now infrequently used with two children gone. My Reverse Bucket List included clutter and stuff. My wife and I agreed to the gist of the list and we agreed we'd begin slowly working through the list. We've termed the list and our agreement to work through it the Ft Lauderdale Accord. Since then, we've reference how any decisions we need to make jibe with the Ft Lauderdale Accord. The result has been a slow-moving process of beginning to downsize, to throw stuff away, and the most recent aspect of the Ft Lauderdale Accord was today's meeting with the realtor.   In a very short amount of time, the house downsizing idea has taken hold for me. I walk through the house looking at cabinets and closets and drawers wondering what's in ‘em and how much of it can we get rid of. Should I put a coat of paint on anything? Should suck it up and get the yard show-ready and drop sod on the places I know it will eventually die because its died four or five times already? My mind is fixed on what's next. I'm already gone. And I'm now wondering if staying here another eighteen months is too long. Regardless, my inner knower is erasing all doubt that it's definitely time to move on. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.

Hello Community!  As mandates to dismantle DEI initiatives gain traction, many organizations are at a crossroads. Those that choose to prioritize inclusion and equity as part of their culture will be the ones that thrive in the face of change.  Culture is more than a buzzword—it's the invisible thread that shapes how people experience the workplace. It's about shared values, everyday interactions, and a commitment to fairness. Organizations that focus on creating inclusive cultures will be better positioned to innovate, retain talent, and remain competitive in a rapidly changing world.  Join me for our last Real Conversation from the C-Suite with Ms. Britt Houge, Founder, and CEO of The Collective Good, to remind us that commitment to culture will be the way to thrive in 2025.Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Hello Community!  With all the controversy surrounding the term DEI, some are asking: Is it time to retire it? For some, the term has become synonymous with division or performative efforts. If we were to retire it, how could we rewire it, and what could replace it?  My guest on Real Conversations from the C-suite, Ms. Britt Hogue, Founder, and CEO of The Collective Good returns to help us brainstorm possibilities. Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Student Pastor Clay Knight shares a message out of 2 Chronicles 7:11-14. Listen in as 2 teens share their testimonies from Discipleship Now weekend and Clay shares that when it comes to our value God is the only on that gets to determine our value. Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus. To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

On today's Keepin It Real, Cam reports back about his most memorable event on his recent trip to Brazil. He traveled a long way to come back with this... ------ Cachaca is a Brazilian alcohol that was first made by the slaves the Portuguese brought to Brazil. It's sugar cane based. Very sweet. And like gumbo, red beans and rice, jazz music, and the Mississippi delta blues among other things, it was what the poor people created due to a lack of resources and that the wealthy people eventually wanted. Crazy how that works so predictably. It's like clockwork.  Anyway, my wife and I were enjoying our first cocktail made of cachaca by the pool last week in a small coastal community north of Sao Paulo called Paraty. However, we struggled to enjoy the drink. And I'm certain you can relate to what happened. It's become a meme - There was someone in an environment too small for their voice, talking too loudly. It was loud people having private conversations on the phone in small spaces. Loud Zoom calls in coffee shops. You've witnessed this. In our case it was a British couple lying in lounge chairs by the pool on speakerphone with their daughter talking about finding her an apartment in London. The father, to be heard, raised his voice to nearly a yell so the phone would hear him from three feet away. Well, my wife and I heard him, neighbors living next to the hotel heard him, the birds in the trees on the coast heard him, the shop owner across town, people in the next city over and the Uruguayans 1000 miles to the south also heard him. We didn't want to, but we learned a lot about this family and their dysfunctional and helpless daughter. Our relaxing drink tasted like cachaca, lime, and disgust. Around the pool were two other couples. We met and stood talking in the pool. They were really nice. One couple had been traveling since January 1st. They were recently retired and described retirement as having three distinct phases – Go Time, Slow Time, and then, No Time. Go Time is travel. Slow Time too old to travel and now you sit around the house. No Time is travel back and forth to your final doctor appointments. They retired early to have a longer Go Time and were doing it up right. They were telling us about how they planned their extensive trips then, and I promise I'm not making this up, the British man got into the pool and began swimming laps right through middle of us three couples and another guy who had joined us. We stood there in water up to our waists in disbelief. He kicked right through us, splashing us, no more than a foot or two away as he came by. I'd never seen anything like it. Was it aggressive? Or was it just plain clueless? Anyway, the three different couples plus the one guy decided not to move. And he kept swimming. We'd pause our chat as he swam through. It's sad that after traveling about 18 hours to get to a place way off my radar and another 18 hours to get back home, the only story I have from my trip is about a British man in our pool. Which makes me want to drink lots of cachaca. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.        

Hello Community!  In case you hadn't noticed, there is a real push to dismantle DEI as we know it to be.  Many argue that we've always had DEI, just under different names. Efforts to address inequality—whether through civil rights movements, affirmative action, or workplace fairness initiatives—have always sought to create a level playing field. The language may change, but the mission endures.  Join me for another Real Conversation from the C-Suite when my guest, Ms. Britt Hogue, Founder and CEO of The Collective Good, helps us recognize what DEI has been, is now, and can become in the future other than three little, yet impactful letters. Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Pastor Freddy T continues the series in EXODUS and delivers a message out of Exodus 11. Listen in as Freddy T shares how God prospers and protects His people.   Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Hello Community! February is Black History Month—a time to reflect on the past, engage with the present, and envision a more inclusive future. One topic sparking much conversation lately is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, or DEI. But what does DEI truly mean, and why has it become so divisive?  My guest this month on Real Conversations from the C-Suite, Ms. Britt Hogue, Founder, and CEO of The Collective Good, will help us think through this question from several perspectives.Connect with me!Web - https://www.doctoranita.com/YouTube - https://bit.ly/DrAnitaYouTubeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-polite-wilson-ph-d-77695b/

Pastor Freddy T continues the series in EXODUS and delivers a message out of Exodus 10:3-29. Listen in as Freddy T shares the key characteristics of being a biblical Leader.   Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Scoot and Ian sit down with none other than Sports Talks very own, the "Cajun Cannon", Bobby Hebert to go over his storied Super Bowl history, how other players smell in the dogpile on the field, and some war stories covering smells, the "Tush Push" before it was a thing, special padding to cover ones behind, and more.

Pastor Freddy T delivers a message out of Exodus 9 - 10:2. Listen in as Freddy T shares the importance of taking God at His word.   Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

Rick Stevens delivers a message out of John 15:1-11. Listen in as Rick shares the importance getting serious about Jesus.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

During the 1st service Alex Morris delivers a message out of Luke 21 verses 15-17. Listen in as Alex shares how the path that we are on is the path the God has us on for His Plan.     Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

During the 2nd service Rob Simpson delivers a message out of Genesis 12 verses 1-3 and  15 verses 5-6. Listen in as Rob shares how we can trust in the promises of God.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

During the 3rd service Joe Sherwin delivers a message out of Mark 5 verses 21-43. Listen in as Joe shares the importance of time in our lives.     Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

On this week's Keepin' it Real, Cam Marston's new effort has been a year in the making and it's finally ready. It's learning delivered the way it used to be and he's very excited for it. ----- Here's a story for you: An old man lowered his clay jug every day at the well. He did it by hand with the jug attached to a rope. He was very careful to not let the jug bump the edge of the well which was made of stone or else the jug may break. A young man saw all this and proposed a wheel built over the center of the well with a rope that would lower the jug straight down every time. It would be easier and faster. All he had to do was crank the wheel up and down. The old man listened to the young man's idea and said, “No, thank you. Without the work of lowering and raising the jug, I'm not sure the water would taste as good.” Over one year ago I begin surveying clients and colleagues and having lunches and Zoom meetings with them to discuss a new two and half day workshop I was developing on communication skills. Their reply was unanimous: these skills a desperately needed in our workplace. I asked a lot of questions, have written, rewritten and rewritten the course over and over again and the program launched this past Wednesday. Could the program be delivered remotely? Yes. Could it be pre-recorded and done online at the leisure of the participant? Yes, I think so. Could it be shorted to one day? Or maybe half a day? After all, people are busy. Probably. But none of that's going to happen. There is a saying in the addict recovery world: What do you do when the very thing that is destroying you is what gets you through the day. For the addict it is drugs. For many of us today, though, it's urgency. It's more and more. It's busyness. Its Fear of Missing Out. It's the dopamine hit of the flashing or buzzing phone. And I'm as guilty of it as the next guy.  So in an effort to make a difference with the people who began with me Wednesday, I've created a program that slows the pace of learning. It's not cramming. It's learning. It's savoring new knowledge. It's dialogue, discussion, eye-contact, and thoughtful progression through learning and relearning skills that, per my colleagues, are desperately needed in their workplace. No PowerPoint. No Audio or Video. Instead it will be flip charts, instruction, dialogue, and practice. Even pencils and not pens. It's the hard, slow, deliberate work that creates results and will lead to a more fulfilling and successful workplace for my participants. It's in a sense, retro learning the way it used to be done back in the day before all these tools we've created made things, what, quicker, better, easier? Maybe all of those but what I've created will be – memorable and transformational. To many of my participants, what's old will be new again. It's been a year in the making. And we could get to end of the program much quicker than two-and-a-half days but, like the old man lowering the jug by hand every day, the water simply wouldn't taste as good. I'm Cam Marston and I'm just trying to Keep It Real.

In this exciting first-ever guest-hosted episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Sara Jensen and Shea Karssing from Brighter Messaging step in to share their expertise. They discuss two pressing topics in the world of SEO and digital marketing: why relying solely on AI for content creation is risky and what their predictions are for visibility in 2025. Sara and Shea explore the nuances of maintaining a human touch in marketing, the limitations of AI tools, and strategies for creating meaningful, effective content. Tune in to discover actionable tips and the latest insights for SEO and digital marketing in 2025.Key Takeaways:AI as a Tool, Not a Creator: AI can assist with brainstorming and summarization but cannot replace the creativity and personal touch required for content creation.The Risks of AI Dependence: Over-relying on AI for marketing can lead to generic, duplicated, and sometimes inaccurate content, harming your brand's trust and SEO rankings.The Value of Human Connection: Authentic human interaction and unique perspectives build trust and differentiate your brand in an increasingly AI-dominated space.Future of Visibility in 2025: Personalization, authenticity, and professional expertise will remain critical for standing out in a competitive digital environment.Memorable Quotes:"Trust is built human to human. You can't replace that with AI." – Shea Karssing"If your graphics look like everybody else's, they're not going to stop the scroll." – Sara Jensen"AI helps with the grunt work but can't replace your creative process." – Sara JensenListener Action Items:Evaluate Your AI Use: Assess how you're using AI in your marketing. Focus on tools that complement your creative efforts rather than replace them.Invest in Human Creativity: Prioritize hiring professionals for critical content like website copy and brand design.Focus on Authenticity: Share your unique story and value proposition to stand out from AI-generated content.Plan for 2025: Develop a visibility strategy emphasizing human connection, tailored messaging, and high-quality, original content.Links Mentioned in Episode:Connect with Shea Karssing on LinkedInConnect with Sara Jensen on LinkedInLearn more about Brighter Messaging Send me a text!Support the showWant to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!Join the SEO SquadApply to be my podcast guest!

For the Church Grand Opening Pastor Freddy T delivers a message out of 1 Corinthians 3 verses 5-9 Listen in as Freddy T shares how The building ain't the building it is just a house of bricks where the Builder is going to build His building.    Keep It Real. Keep It Jesus.   To learn more visit https://www.reallifesango.com

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Talib Kweli is a legendary MC and an old friend so we keep it real in this convo about how he works with Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def and why he loves to argue with people online. Amazing convo. After we wrapped he said thanks for letting get into the online stuff. No one ever asks about that. We kept it real.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices