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*Content Warning: sexual assault, sexual abuse, sexual violence, rape, suicidal ideation, and mental illness.Resources:Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network: RAINN.org1 in 6 Organization: 1in6.org1 in 6 Organization Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/1in6orgNational Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org/find-helpNational Sexual Assault Hotline (1800-656-4763): https://www.rainn.org/resourcesSources:The 1 in 6 Statistic. (n.d.). One in Six Organization. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://1in6.org/statistic/Cal Poly Humboldt & North Coast Rape Crisis Team. (n.d.). Supporting Survivors. Sexualized Violence Statistics. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://supportingsurvivors.humboldt.edu/statisticChen LP, Murad MH, Paras ML, Colbenson KM, Sattler AL, Goranson EN, Elamin MB, Seime RJ, Shinozaki G, Prokop LJ, Zirakzadeh A. Sexual abuse and lifetime diagnosis of psychiatric disorders: systematic review and meta-analysis. Mayo Clin Proc. 2010 Jul;85(7):618-29. doi: 10.4065/mcp.2009.0583. Epub 2010 May 10. PMID: 20458101; PMCID: PMC2894717. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2894717/March 2020 Delayed Disclosure: A Factsheet Based on Cutting-Edge Research on Child Sexual Abuse. (2020). Montana Legislature. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2023/Minutes/Senate/Exhibits/230227JUSa3.pdfT. Muller, R., PhD. (2020, October 15). The Invisible Male Victims of Sexual Trauma. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/talking-about-trauma/202010/the-invisible-male-victims-sexual-traumaNational Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey: 2015 Data Brief - Updated Release. (2018). National Center for Injury Prevention and Control Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.nsvrc.org/sites/default/files/2021-04/2015data-brief508.pdfNational Sexual Violence Resource Center. (n.d.). Sexual Assault: Statistics. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.nsvrc.org/statisticsPetersson, C.C., Plantin, L. Breaking with Norms of Masculinity: Men Making Sense of Their Experience of Sexual Assault. Clin Soc Work J 47, 372–383 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10615-019-00699-yRape, Abuse, & Incest National Network. (n.d.). Perpetrators of Sexual Violence: Statistics. RAINN. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.rainn.org/statistics/perpetrators-sexual-violenceRape, Abuse, & Incest National Network. (n.d.-b). Sexual Assault of Men and Boys: Statistics. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.rainn.org/articles/sexual-assault-men-and-boysU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (n.d.). National Center for PTSD: Sexual Assault - Males. https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/types/sexual_trauma_male.aspLeRon Barton: LeRon's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/leronlbarton Leron's Website: https://leronbarton.com/Follow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo business@tiffanyreese.me The SWW theme Song is U Think U, by Glad Rags. The S21 cover art is by the Amazing Sara Stewart.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author, essayist and multiple-time TedX speaker LeRon Barton joins the podcast a second time to talk about microaggressions and their impact on marginalized communities. Join us and hear him talk about his experiences, as well as share his knowledge and insights on this (often) taboo subject.

Look back on the incredible guests in Season 5 of Whiskey, Jazz, and Leadership! Join Audrey Weidlick and Galen Bingham as they discuss each guest from Season 5! 2:20 Dr. Peter James  7:25 Marc Pitman, CSP  12:54 Dr. Will Moreland  17:33 Michael Baptiste  22:51 Adam Foster   25:38 Amy Waninger  29:31 Tambry Harris  33:25 LeRon Barton  38:26 Tammy Heermann  41:47 Stacey Montgomery 46:01 Sylvie di Giusto, CSP  50:41 Dr. Precious Boyle  56:04 Matt Lehrman 1:02:20 Dee Bowden 1:07:41 Frank Kitchen 1:11:25 Marcus Engel, CSP 16:16:25 Scott Chepow Sidney Evans - Award-Winning Dialogue Editor | Audio Editor, Engineer, Producer Audrey Weidlick - Executive Assistant for Kiln Global Coaching and Podcast Manager for Whiskey Jazz and Leadership If you want to support our work and get early access to part 2, be sure to subscribe to our Patreon. By becoming a patron, you'll be helping us continue to produce quality content and bring you even more fascinating guests in the future. To find out more about our upcoming guests, jazz, whiskey favorites, and updates from the show. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin @whiskeyjazzandleadership #whiskey #jazz #Leadership #whiskeyjazzandleadership #business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeRon Barton grew up on the south side of Kansas City. His life in the inner-city was typical. He considers it luck that he escaped that world as many of his friends did not. Spending his time advocating for people still trapped in that world as well as the incarcerated and post incarcerated, LeRon is a well-spoken author who has done multiple TED talks as well. Listen in as he describes his concerns with the criminal justice system in America. https://leronbarton.com Sponsors & Partners The Other Side Academy - theothersideacademy.com My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Peaceful Prisons Project - peacefulprisonsproject.com  00:00:00 LeRon Barton 00:01:08 Sponsors 00:02:25 Growing Up in Kansas 00:05:40 The Race Factor 00:12:00 Getting Out of the City 00:20:40 “Little Fires Everywhere” 00:27:00 The Substance Abuse Factor 00:34:30 The Road to Reform 00:40:40 “Thank God you fed me.”

LeRon Barton shares his "20% rule of decision-making" and introduces us to his "Invisible Board of Directors." He explains his admiration for Malcolm X and reflects on his experiences Join us for a concise yet insightful discussion on decision-making, inspirations, and influential figures in LeRon's life. If you want to support our work and get exclusive access to behind-the-scenes content, early access to episodes, and more, be sure to subscribe to our Patreon. By becoming a patron, you'll be helping us continue to produce quality content and bring you even more fascinating guests in the future. to find out more about our upcoming guests, jazz, whiskey favorites, and updates from the show. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin @whiskeyjazzandleadership #whiskey #jazz #Leadership #whiskeyjazzandleadership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in as we sit down with LeRon Barton, author, writer, and 3-time TEDx speaker, to explore the intriguing parallels between whiskey, jazz, and leadership. From stepping outside comfort zones to embracing flexibility and taking chances, LeRon shares valuable insights on the journey to greatness. If you want to support our work and get exclusive access to behind-the-scenes content, early access to episodes, and more, be sure to subscribe to our Patreon. By becoming a patron, you'll be helping us continue to produce quality content and bring you even more fascinating guests in the future. to find out more about our upcoming guests, jazz, whiskey favorites, and updates from the show. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin @whiskeyjazzandleadership #whiskey #jazz #Leadership #whiskeyjazzandleadership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sources: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/RacismThe ‘Father of Modern Gynecology' Performed Shocking Experiments on Enslaved Women | HISTORYUCLA professor's film documents forced sterilization of Mexican women in late '60s and early '70s L.A. | UCLAImprisonment rate of black Americans fell by a third from 2006 to 2018 | Pew Research Center5 eye-opening statistics about minorities in tech | TechRepublicUS Laws and Policies That Have Kept Black Americans From Owning Homes (businessinsider.com)Racial Bias in Healthcare: How Disparities Affect Communities of Color (healthline.com)Why Do Black People's Mental Illnesses Get Misdiagnosed? (healthline.com)The National Registry of Exonerations - Exoneration Registry (umich.edu)Race_and_Wrongful_Convictions.pdf (umich.edu)The Black-White Test Score Gap: Why It Persists and What Can Be Done | BrookingsIgnoring Racism in Schools Actually Increases Prejudice (Opinion) (edweek.org)Follow and support LeRon Barton and check out some of his incredible work:On IG: www.instagram.com/leronlbarton(2023) I Lost White Friends When I Finally Spoke Out: https://www.newsweek.com/lost-white-friends-racism-black-lives-matter-us-1815477 (2021) What It's Like to be a Black Man in Tech: https://hbr.org/2021/03/what-its-like-to-be-a-black-man-in-tech (2018) My Reality: 10 Truths About Being Black in America: https://goodmenproject.com/ethics-values/my-reality-10-truths-about-being-black-in-america-gmp/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Matt and Dr. Ben interview the multitalented Writer, Author, and Speaker, LeRon Barton, about the incredible impact of asking questions, nurturing curiosity, seeking advice, and sharing your own wisdom. Discover how these actions can elevate you, your business, and the people around you.Connect With LeRon Here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-2b700b1/https://leronbarton.com/Whenever you are ready here are a number of ways we can help :)Schedule 10 Minute Strategy Session with Matthttps://calendly.com/mattvigh/10-minute-sneak-peekJoin us Every Friday for our Free Brokerpreneur Not So Secret Society Mastermind!https://www.brokerpreneurs.com/bnsss-registrationKnow Your Personality When It Comes To Recruiting!https://my.bankcode.com/brokerpreneurpodcastDownload Our Free Recruiting Bundlehttps://www.brokerpreneurs.com/brokerpreneur-free-recruiting-bundleBrokerpreneur is dedicated to helping real estate brokers grow their brokerage through three fundamental areas of profitability: recruiting more and better agents, increasing retention, and growing per person productivity (PPP). We truly understand the challenges that all brokers face in a highly competitive industry. That's why we provide resources on our website, we host the top-rated real estate brokerage growth podcast, and present exclusive online events to support brokers on their journey to success. Best of all, these resources are available to brokers completely free of charge! You just have to take action!

One of the most rewarding aspects of hosting Untether Your Life is having conversations with folks who have attained great success by overcoming adversity, fighting the status quo / ripping up templates, and staying true to themselves. This week's guest, LeRon Barton, typifies these values. LeRon L. Barton is a a 3x TEDx speaker, writer, and information technology professional originally from Kansas City, Missouri. LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, Harvard Business Review, Newsweek, and many other outlets. LeRon is an international speaker who has given three TEDx speeches and has appeared at Oxford University, University of San Francisco, Square, and Defy Ventures. In this week's episode, LeRon and host Nikhil touch on many topics, including the following: LeRon's youth in Kansas City, his days in California, and his multi-faceted career as a writer, speaker, information technology professional, and much more The silver lining in the storm clouds of COVID, in providing black workers with remote work opportunities that could benefit their mental health Code switching, and the compulsion for minorities to surrender parts of their identity in the workforce. How LeRon encourages these employees to stay true to themselves, and still achieve advancement in corporate America. The meaning of the Nelson Mandela quote "I never lose. I either win or I learn." How this mindset of perseverance and determination inspire LeRon - someone with a decades-long stutter, anxiety, and fear of public speaking - to become a 3-time TEDx speaker all the while prolifically writing thought-provoking articles in the most influential journals of our time Want to learn more about LeRon or work with him? Visit him at leronbarton.com, or reach out to him on LinkedIn or Instagram. Connect with Nikhil to learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Untether Your Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and other projects: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GIOSTAR Chicago⁠

LeRon L. Barton, a writer, author, and speaker who talks about race, mass incarceration, being Black in tech, politics, business, storytelling, and dating, shares his perspective on  Losing friends for speaking out about racism How Color Blindness leads to not seeing all of a person The disease that is poverty How systemic racism limits some people's outcomes, despite having grit If you want to connect more with LeRon, visit LeRon L. Barton – Writer. Speaker. Artist. (leronbarton.com) ========================================== Thank you to our generous sponsor, Munn Avenue Press. As an author myself, I've experienced firsthand their magic in empowering aspiring authors, giving voices like mine the platform they deserve. If you've got a story to tell and a dream, Munn Avenue Press is the ally you need to publish and market your book. They turn books into bestsellers. Visit them at MunnAvenuePress.com to start your publishing journey, just like I did. ========================================== Full bio: LeRon L Barton is a writer, author, and speaker that writes and talks about race, mass incarceration, being Black in tech, politics, business, storytelling, and dating. He has appeared in Black Enterprise, Newsweek, Salon, East Bay Express, and Harvard Business Review. LeRon is also a three-time TEDx speaker that has given talks at the Oxford Student Union, United Way, and Bitly. ================================================ Dr. Wong will be releasing her brand new book, "Cancel the Filter" with Munn Avenue Press. The first 50 reservations will receive a signed copy.  Hear real talk about being a working mother! Spoiler: It's a hot mess behind-the-scenes! There are limited copies left! Reserve TODAY!

LeRon Barton, author, artist, and 3x TedX speaker joins us to talk about institutionalized racism and SUD care.

LeRon Barton dives into race, policing, and mental health. Content warning: This episode includes our reactions and discussions regarding the murder of Tyre Nichols. LeRon is a writer, author, and speaker. He has written two books, published essays about race, mass incarceration, politics, business, and tech. ---------- This episode is produced in part by Keep It 100 Productions, a podcast and video production company that specializes in sharing stories of everyday people. Whether you're looking to start your show, or need assistance with the upkeep and editing, Keep It 100 Productions will provide a solution that is custom built for your needs. To learn more, visit https://keepit100prod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/woympodcast/support

Since he grew up poor, LeRon Barton's family encouraged him to pursue a career that would allow him to take care of himself. So, he put his love for writing aside and started college. But it just didn't work for him so he dropped out and went headfirst into the workforce.Listen in as LeRon shares the story of how he became a Technical Project Manager that earns $140,000/year.Support/Contact LeRon: Website: http://leronbarton.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MainlineLeRonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-2b700b1/Books and resources mentioned in this podcast:Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American drug culture: https://www.amazon.com/Straight-Dope-degree-American-culture-ebook/dp/B00BMVW52W/ref=sr_1_2?crid=45RLBTC02VFW&All We Really Need is Love: https://www.amazon.com/All-Really-Need-Love-relationships-ebook/dp/B016JB4W5C/ref=sr_1_1?crid=45RLBTC02VFW&Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed on LinkedIn.LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/JonaedIqbalNDConnect with us on social media!LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeLinkedInFacebook: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeFBInstagram: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeIGTwitter: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeTWTikTok: https://bit.ly/3qfUD2VJoin our discord server: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeDiscordThank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, drop us a review on Apple Podcast and/or subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nodegree.Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

Check out my latest episode with my friend and little brother LeRon Barton. LeRon shares with us great tips and insights on Overcoming Through Your Personal Story. He shares with us these tips: It's one thing to memorize a speech but it is another thing to be able to deliver it. The story reaches more people than the data. It's easier to score when you start off from 2nd or 3rd base and so much more. LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri currently living in San Diego, CA. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look intoAmerican Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, Harvard Business Review, The Good Men Project, Your Tango, Media Diversity, Raconteur, Elephant Journal, Slate, andMoAD. LeRon is an international speaker who has given multiple talks and appeared on TEDx, Al Jazeera, the University of San Francisco, Navis, Speakers Who Dare, University of Massachusetts-Amhurst, Nas Dubai, Glide Memorial Church, HCA, The City of Cupertino, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, Square, Lockton, United Way of Los Angeles, and Defy Ventures. In his spare time, LeRon enjoys mentoring African-American youth and backpacking around the world. Contact Info: www.leronbarton.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1/ Facebook.com/LeRonLBarton --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/troy-holt/support

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The Civil Rights movement opened up new work opportunities for Black workers. But, decades later, African-Americans work disproportionately in low-wage jobs and are overrepresented in the jobs at highest risk of vanishing because of workplace automation. White workers, meanwhile, are 50 percent more likely to hold “future proof” jobs. These are the kind of jobs that build often on education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. And for those Black workers who do find a path to “future proof” jobs in health care or tech, the reward often includes a hostile work environment. And that's bad news for every American. One study found that eliminating racial inequality could boost the U.S. economy by as much as $2.3 trillion a year. What are we waiting for? Guests LeRon Barton, tech worker, author of two books, and essayist who has written “What It's Like to be a Black man in Tech” and other pieces for the Harvard Business Review. Nahsis Davis, a nurse and union member in Chicago. Adia Harvey Wingfield, author of Flatlining: Race, Work and Healthcare in the New Economy, and professor of sociology at Washington University in St. Louis. Resources What it's Like to be a Black Man in Tech, LeRon Barton, Harvard Business Review, 2021 Flatlining: Race, Work and Healthcare in the New Economy, Adia Harvey Wingfield. No More Invisible Man, Adia Harvey Wingfield. Race and the Work of the Future: Advancing Workforce Equity in the United States, PolicyLink, USC Dornsife, burning glass, National Fund for Workforce Solutions Why are Employment Rates so Low among Black men? Holzer, 2021 Digitalization, Automation & Older Black Women: Ensuring Equity in the Future of Work - Chandra Childers, IWPR, 2019 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Civil Rights movement opened up new work opportunities for Black workers. But, decades later, African-Americans work disproportionately in low-wage jobs and are overrepresented in the jobs at highest risk of vanishing because of workplace automation. White workers, meanwhile, are 50 percent more likely to hold “future proof” jobs. These are the kind of jobs that build often on education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. And for those Black workers who do find a path to “future proof” jobs in health care or tech, the reward often includes a hostile work environment. And that's bad news for every American. One study found that eliminating racial inequality could boost the U.S. economy by as much as $2.3 trillion a year. What are we waiting for? Guests LeRon Barton, tech worker, author of two books, and essayist who has written “What It's Like to be a Black man in Tech” and other pieces for the Harvard Business Review. Nahsis Davis, a nurse and union member in Chicago. Adia Harvey Wingfield, author of Flatlining: Race, Work and Healthcare in the New Economy, and professor of sociology at Washington University in St. Louis. Resources What it's Like to be a Black Man in Tech, LeRon Barton, Harvard Business Review, 2021 Flatlining: Race, Work and Healthcare in the New Economy, Adia Harvey Wingfield. No More Invisible Man, Adia Harvey Wingfield. Race and the Work of the Future: Advancing Workforce Equity in the United States, PolicyLink, USC Dornsife, burning glass, National Fund for Workforce Solutions Why are Employment Rates so Low among Black men? Holzer, 2021 Digitalization, Automation & Older Black Women: Ensuring Equity in the Future of Work - Chandra Childers, IWPR, 2019

LeRon L. Barton https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1/ is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri currently living in San Francisco, California. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, Harvard Business Review, The Good Men Project, Your Tango, Media Diversity, Raconteur, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. LeRon is an international speaker (http://leronbarton.com) who has given three TEDx speeches and has appeared at Al Jazeera, the University of San Francisco, Navis, Speakers Who Dare, Nas Dubai, Glide Memorial Church, The City of Cupertino, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, Square, and Defy Ventures. In his spare time, LeRon enjoys mentoring African-American youth, teaching Creative Writing at the San Francisco County Jail, and backpacking around the world. By listening to this conversation with LeRon, you'll learn about:   - Speaking with a stutter – it's not the entirety of who you are - Supporting and including speakers who have a stutter - Ableism and destigmatizing stuttering - Setting expectations - Sharing stories over data - Preparing for public speaking success and falling into the next move - The power of representation - Having fun as a public speaker LeRon's TEDx Talks: https://www.ted.com/talks/leron_barton_how_i_overcame_my_fear_of_stuttering https://www.ted.com/talks/leron_l_barton_the_power_of_sharing_your_story https://www.ted.com/talks/leron_l_barton_the_vital_importance_of_documenting_the_moment  

In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing writer, author, and speaker LeRon Barton. His article “What It's Like To Be A Black Man in Tech” was published on March 4 in Harvard Business Review. I enjoyed how LeRon wrote about his experiences as a source of support and guidance to other Black men in the field. We also talked about how these lessons are good for everyone to listen to, to be their own advocate in the workplace, especially for young people just getting started. Please check out more of LeRon's work at leronbarton.com.

Join me and LeRon Barton in conversation about literature and our love for writing. This episode is all about love: loving ourselves & others, and romance. LeRon shares his love for literature, art, and his book on All We Really Need is Love: Stories of Dating. Join me in thanking LeRon for spreading the love by tuning in to this episode! Get in touch with me: https://www.kayfrancescacoelho.com/  Get in touch with LeRon: www.leronbarton.com 

Episode: 2021.7.20The Living Full Out Show with Nancy Solari encourages you to embrace who you are. Maybe you want to apply for a certain position, but are afraid that you will be judged because of your insecurities. Perhaps you want to show your friends one of your natural talents, but are worried they will not be interested. When you accept your entire identity, you can truly foster the confidence you need to succeed. Our first caller, Elissa, wants to know how to deal with FOMO when she needs to spend time alone but also misses hanging out with her friends. Nancy advises her to use technology like FaceTime to keep up with her friends when they are out doing a specific activity that Elissa cannot attend. Nancy also tells Elissa to be more mindful about programming her schedule so that she can avoid time conflicts and create opportunities for rest and refueling. Tune in to hear how you can take back your power so that missing out on certain experiences can be beneficial instead of feeling like a loss. Our inspirational guest, LeRon Barton, was born with a stutter. Growing up, this speech impediment often caused him to feel alienated from his peers. He was even bullied for his stutter, which made him afraid of speaking out or conversing with others. After years of feeling ashamed of his disability, he began to practice talking in front of large crowds. With thorough preparation, LeRon found that he could orate without fear and discuss his challenges to inspire others. Listen to hear how LeRon embraced his self-worth by finding strength in his insecurities. Our second caller, Esperanza, asks Nancy how she should go about finding motivation to lose weight. Based on her own experience, Nancy suggests experimenting with food and creating a workout that is right for her. Nancy also encourages Esperanza to look at photos of herself from when she felt more confident in her body to use as inspiration. Tune in to hear how you can effectively develop a healthy lifestyle. Perhaps you have been reluctant to try something new because you believe you possess a flaw that will prevent you from doing it well. Maybe you have a niche hobby and are scared to seem too passionate about it. When we embrace our strengths and as well as our weaknesses, we can understand what we need to do to thrive in our life journeys. By challenging ourselves to redefine how we view our insecurities, we can sincerely live full out.

Police Violence stems from white supremacy values and is unacceptable. Because of this, we recognize that we must reform the system to make it just and equitable for all people. In this episode, we brought together a group of panelists to discuss their reactions to the verdict of the policeman who murdered George Floyd and what we need to do to Reimagine Reform because of the Police Violence Across America. Note: This is Part TWO of this conversation. You can find Part One here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/a61f1f7f-5417-452e-9272-a895741ba6c4 The panelists for this conversation include: LeRon Barton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1/) Kenny Green (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-green-cpa-01494b92/) Eli Rigatuso (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elirigatuso/) Moderated by Yvonne Alston of Indelible Impressions Consulting. https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnealston/ This episode is brought to you by the Leaders for Equity, Allyship, and Diversity, where we are having honest and uncomfortable conversations to make a difference in the world. We host these events to allow leaders to come together, discuss, learn, share, activate, and empower to make a difference in this world. These occur every Thursday at 7:30pm Eastern/4:30pm Pacific. You can find our group and upcoming events on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13938399/ Subscribe & Follow Leading People First https://my.captivate.fm/www.instagram.com/leadingpeoplefirst/ (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/company/leading-people-first/ (LinkedIn) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGlWhzDv2lg3k2CThajh14A (YouTube) https://my.captivate.fm/www.LeadingPeopleFirst.com (LeadingPeopleFirst.com)

Police Violence stems from white supremacy values and is unacceptable. Because of this, we recognize that we must reform the system to make it just and equitable for all people. In this episode, we brought together a group of panelists to discuss their reactions to the verdict of the policeman who murdered George Floyd and what we need to do to Reimagine Reform because of the Police Violence Across America. You can listen to Part TWO of this conversation here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/a61f1f7f-5417-452e-9272-a895741ba6c4 The panelists for this conversation include: LeRon Barton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1/) Kenny Green (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-green-cpa-01494b92/) Eli Rigatuso (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elirigatuso/) Moderated by Yvonne Alston of Indelible Impressions Consulting. https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnealston/ This episode is brought to you by the Leaders for Equity, Allyship, and Diversity, where we are having honest and uncomfortable conversations to make a difference in the world. We host these events to allow leaders to come together, discuss, learn, share, activate, and empower to make a difference in this world. These occur every Thursday at 7:30pm Eastern/4:30pm Pacific. You can find our group and upcoming events on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13938399/ Subscribe & Follow Leading People First https://my.captivate.fm/www.instagram.com/leadingpeoplefirst/ (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/company/leading-people-first/ (LinkedIn) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGlWhzDv2lg3k2CThajh14A (YouTube) https://my.captivate.fm/www.LeadingPeopleFirst.com (LeadingPeopleFirst.com)

It's easy to slip through life playing it safe. This week's guest challenges you to change your mind to wonder... if you were good at something the first time, maybe it wasn't hard enough. Erin Haztikostas sits down with LeRon Barton, a writer, author, 3x TEDx Speaker, and a fellow professional pot-stirrer to challenge your thinking about many things - from how you see race in America to how you think about the word, "failure".  The interview starts out fast and furious, as LeRon gets straight into discussing how, before they hit record, Erin challenged him to update his website. Erin explains that, much like her high school basketball coach, she's the most forthright with people she cares about.  Erin moves on to ask about LeRon's earlier years, growing up in the Midwest in Kansas City. LeRon talks about his experiences growing up as a black man in the Midwest, including getting the "talk" from his mom as she explained key things he needed to know to survive as a black man.  He discusses his experience at the time of the horrific murder of James Byrd Jr. He then reflects on the situation as it is today, and the tightrope he has to walk every day just to exist.   Erin asks how LeRon sees America compared to other countries in the world from the lens of race inequality. LeRon uses the lens of the industrial prison complex and explains how there are more black men in prison in the US than there are female prisoners in the world.  She then asks how people in everyday life can act in ways that are supportive of less privileged people. LeRon explains that even small changes can make a huge difference. For example, people playing devil's advocate over race issues are never helpful, and people needn't act surprised at a black person's accomplishments or skills.  As someone who has given multiple TED Talks, including his first talk, "How I Overcame My Fear of Stuttering", Erin is curious to ask about LeRon's stutter. He tells Erin he's had a stutter since her was young, so it is something he has simply learned to live with and not let it affect his life or his goals. LeRon explains that he started writing, but always kept the topic of stuttering close to his chest because it was too personal. To LeRon, though, a TED Talk is supposed to come from things personal and close to you, and for him that's stuttering.  He discusses feeling like he couldn't be a speaker because of his stutter, but after realizing he's not a quitter, and that the reason he's never failed is because he never quit trying, he decided to do his first TED Talk on his stutter.  Erin's final question to LeRon follows on from the talks of racial inequality. She asks LeRon to finish the phrase "I'll know we've made significant progress, and I can rest in peace, when I see X." LeRon says: "I'll know we've made significant progress when a black man or woman is president or CEO without it being a big deal." Website: leronbarton.com Linkedin: LeRon L Barton Twitter: @MainlineLeRon TED Talks: "How I Overcame My Fear of Stuttering", "The Power of Sharing Your Story" and "The Vital Importance of Documenting the Moment" If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Here are some options... Follow Nicole on LinkedIn:   Follow Erin on LinkedIn:   Check out the b BRILLIANT career coaching program @   b Cause Podcast Facebook group @   We even share more crazy stuff here (you probably thought that was impossible). Get your own copy of Erin's book by searching "You Do You Ish" in amazon or going to   Take our simple, fun and insightful "What Kind of Dog Are You At Work?" by going to   We have so much fun stuff going on...we wouldn't want you to miss out - join the authenticity movement and our community by adding your email just about anywhere @   Check out our blog for more of our no-BS career advice @   We have fun and inspiring t-shirts @ DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.  Tweetable Comments: "The people we care about the most are the ones we should serve the most. And you don't serve by holding things back." "You can get anything you want in this world if you ask for it in the right way." "When you grow up in a situation like that, you learn who's full of it and who's not." "We would read about things and see images, but the savagery of this crime made us think it could happen to us." "I endure in spite of racism." "There are more black men in prison in America than there are female prisoners across the entire world." "America will say 'we hate white supremacy', but America practices it every day." "Playing Devil's Advocate is essentially saying 'I don't believe what you're saying is credible." "If I'm not going to be believed then why should I tell you? I'll just keep things bottled up." "I've always felt a TED Talk is something that should truly come from you." "FAIL: First Attempt In Learning." "If you are good at something the first time, then it wasn't hard enough." "When I truly started to embrace who I was, I was able to look at my stutter and see that it's a part of who I am."

It's easy to slip through life playing it safe. This week's guest challenges you to change your mind to wonder... if you were good at something the first time, maybe it wasn't hard enough. Erin Haztikostas sits down with LeRon Barton, a writer, author, 3x TEDx Speaker, and a fellow professional pot-stirrer to challenge your thinking about many things - from how you see race in America to how you think about the word, "failure".  The interview starts out fast and furious, as LeRon gets straight into discussing how, before they hit record, Erin challenged him to update his website. Erin explains that, much like her high school basketball coach, she's the most forthright with people she cares about.  Erin moves on to ask about LeRon's earlier years, growing up in the Midwest in Kansas City. LeRon talks about his experiences growing up as a black man in the Midwest, including getting the "talk" from his mom as she explained key things he needed to know to survive as a black man.  He discusses his experience at the time of the horrific murder of James Byrd Jr. He then reflects on the situation as it is today, and the tightrope he has to walk every day just to exist.   Erin asks how LeRon sees America compared to other countries in the world from the lens of race inequality. LeRon uses the lens of the industrial prison complex and explains how there are more black men in prison in the US than there are female prisoners in the world.  She then asks how people in everyday life can act in ways that are supportive of less privileged people. LeRon explains that even small changes can make a huge difference. For example, people playing devil's advocate over race issues are never helpful, and people needn't act surprised at a black person's accomplishments or skills.  As someone who has given multiple TED Talks, including his first talk, "How I Overcame My Fear of Stuttering", Erin is curious to ask about LeRon's stutter. He tells Erin he's had a stutter since her was young, so it is something he has simply learned to live with and not let it affect his life or his goals. LeRon explains that he started writing, but always kept the topic of stuttering close to his chest because it was too personal. To LeRon, though, a TED Talk is supposed to come from things personal and close to you, and for him that's stuttering.  He discusses feeling like he couldn't be a speaker because of his stutter, but after realizing he's not a quitter, and that the reason he's never failed is because he never quit trying, he decided to do his first TED Talk on his stutter.  Erin's final question to LeRon follows on from the talks of racial inequality. She asks LeRon to finish the phrase "I'll know we've made significant progress, and I can rest in peace, when I see X." LeRon says: "I'll know we've made significant progress when a black man or woman is president or CEO without it being a big deal." Website: leronbarton.com Linkedin: LeRon L Barton Twitter: @MainlineLeRon TED Talks: "How I Overcame My Fear of Stuttering", "The Power of Sharing Your Story" and "The Vital Importance of Documenting the Moment" If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Here are some options... Follow Nicole on LinkedIn:   Follow Erin on LinkedIn:   Check out the b BRILLIANT career coaching program @   b Cause Podcast Facebook group @   We even share more crazy stuff here (you probably thought that was impossible). Get your own copy of Erin's book by searching "You Do You Ish" in amazon or going to   Take our simple, fun and insightful "What Kind of Dog Are You At Work?" by going to   We have so much fun stuff going on...we wouldn't want you to miss out - join the authenticity movement and our community by adding your email just about anywhere @   Check out our blog for more of our no-BS career advice @   We have fun and inspiring t-shirts @ DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.  Tweetable Comments: "The people we care about the most are the ones we should serve the most. And you don't serve by holding things back." "You can get anything you want in this world if you ask for it in the right way." "When you grow up in a situation like that, you learn who's full of it and who's not." "We would read about things and see images, but the savagery of this crime made us think it could happen to us." "I endure in spite of racism." "There are more black men in prison in America than there are female prisoners across the entire world." "America will say 'we hate white supremacy', but America practices it every day." "Playing Devil's Advocate is essentially saying 'I don't believe what you're saying is credible." "If I'm not going to be believed then why should I tell you? I'll just keep things bottled up." "I've always felt a TED Talk is something that should truly come from you." "FAIL: First Attempt In Learning." "If you are good at something the first time, then it wasn't hard enough." "When I truly started to embrace who I was, I was able to look at my stutter and see that it's a part of who I am."

We all have a platform and we all have a story. What many of us don't realize is the power that is in our stories and in our vulnerability. All of our stories matter and there are so many different ways in which we can tell our stories. Today, I get to have a conversation with LeRon Barton, an author, a speaker, and an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. As we discuss his story, we spoke about why many diversity and inclusion programs don't work, why it is important to share your story, and we delve into race relations and the misunderstandings between different cultures and different races. Key Takeaways:It's cool to be inspiring - we can all live in a way that inspires others.We need to create ongoing diversity practices, not single moments treated as a trend. Diversity without equity is useless. Just because you have a spot on the team, doesn't mean you're a player and it doesn't mean you're changing the system. When you listen to people, that is when true learning starts.  "I refuse to dumb down or water down our experiences. My job is to layout my truth, my experiences. I'm not here to sway you to one point or another. The truth is out there. It is up to you to decide if you want to do something with it." —  LeRon Barton About LeRon Barton: LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri currently living in San Francisco, CA. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating.  These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, The Good Men Project, Your Tango, Media Diversity, Raconteur, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. LeRon is an international speaker who has given multiple talks and appeared on TEDx, Al Jazeera, the University of San Francisco, Speakers Who Dare, Glide Memorial Church, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, and Defy Ventures. In his spare time, LeRon enjoys mentoring African-American youth, teaching Creative Writing at the San Francisco County Jail, and backpacking around the world. Connect with LeRon Barton:  Website: LeRonBarton.comTwitter: twitter.com/MainlineLeRonFacebook: facebook.com/LeRonLBartonInstagram: instagram.com/leronlbartonLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1 Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria's brand strategy work and books: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

We all have a platform and we all have a story. What many of us don't realize is the power that is in our stories and in our vulnerability. All of our stories matter and there are so many different ways in which we can tell our stories. Today, I get to have a conversation with LeRon Barton, an author, a speaker, and an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. As we discuss his story, we spoke about why many diversity and inclusion programs don't work, why it is important to share your story, and we delve into race relations and the misunderstandings between different cultures and different races. Key Takeaways:It's cool to be inspiring - we can all live in a way that inspires others.We need to create ongoing diversity practices, not single moments treated as a trend. Diversity without equity is useless. Just because you have a spot on the team, doesn't mean you're a player and it doesn't mean you're changing the system. When you listen to people, that is when true learning starts.  "I refuse to dumb down or water down our experiences. My job is to layout my truth, my experiences. I'm not here to sway you to one point or another. The truth is out there. It is up to you to decide if you want to do something with it." —  LeRon Barton About LeRon Barton: LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri currently living in San Francisco, CA. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating.  These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, The Good Men Project, Your Tango, Media Diversity, Raconteur, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. LeRon is an international speaker who has given multiple talks and appeared on TEDx, Al Jazeera, the University of San Francisco, Speakers Who Dare, Glide Memorial Church, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, and Defy Ventures. In his spare time, LeRon enjoys mentoring African-American youth, teaching Creative Writing at the San Francisco County Jail, and backpacking around the world. Connect with LeRon Barton:  Website: LeRonBarton.comTwitter: twitter.com/MainlineLeRonFacebook: facebook.com/LeRonLBartonInstagram: instagram.com/leronlbartonLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1 Don't forget to download your free guide! Discover The 5 Business Benefits of Empathy: http://red-slice.com/business-benefits-empathy Connect with Maria: Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria's brand strategy work and books: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaTwitter: @redsliceFacebook: Red Slice

LeRon Barton, author, speaker and social media influencer joins me in this conversation on race to talk about his perspective as a Black man in the US on the Capitol riots.   Topics include: White riot insanity at the Capitol How white people’s insurrection demonstrated the history and present state of racism in the US- it’s still here If the rioters had been Black most would be dead, but because they were almost all white they were allowed to take over the building, threaten lawmakers and physically attack cops and other people who tried to stop them The attack on the Capitol is treason, sedition and fascist Why participants need to be prosecuted to the extent of the law and not allowed to continue How some people in congress, law enforcement and other government employees aided and abetted the rioters Why some Black, Brown, Asian and Jewish people support the racist actions of Trump and the white racist insurrection How individualism and the mindset of not caring about anyone else but oneself permeates the US culture and perpetuates the spread of COVID The different experiences, opportunities and outlooks between ADOS (African Descendants of Slaves,) and Black people from Africa   About LeRon Barton LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. LeRon has also given talks and speeches at TedX Wilson Park, University of San Francisco, Glide Methodist Church, been a guest of Al Jazeera’s The Stream, Story Corp, Dr. Vibe’s Do You Know What Time It Is podcast, and has participated in panel discussions on race and prison recidivism. In his spare time, LeRon mentors young men in San Francisco and loves to backpack around the world.   www.leronbarton.com Facebook.com/LeRonLBarton Twitter.com/MainlineLeRon Instagram.com/leronlbarton

Shana Almeida is a Professor of Politics and Race at Ryerson University in Toronto. Before that, she spent just over six years as political staff in the municipal government of Toronto – first with former City Councillor Olivia Chow and then as Chief of Staff to City Councillor Gord Perks. During her time there, Shana spearheaded several City-wide policy initiatives in the areas of anti-racism, equity, immigration, employment, recreation, public health, poverty, and housing. Her forthcoming book Toronto the Good? Negotiating Race in the Diverse City discusses what the City of Toronto does with race and racism, to re-make itself as a beacon of democracy, racial inclusion, and progress. You can find out more about Ms. Almeida via: Ryerson University Linkedin Twitter Instagram LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri currently living in San Francisco, CA. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. In addition to his books, LeRon is an essayist whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Black Enterprise, Salon, Harvard Business Review, The Good Men Project, Your Tango, Media Diversity, Raconteur, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. LeRon is an international speaker who has given multiple talks and appeared on TEDx, Al Jazeera, the University of San Francisco, Navis, Speakers Who Dare, Nas Dubai, Glide Memorial Church, The City of Cupertino, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, Square, and Defy Ventures. In his spare time, LeRon enjoys mentoring African-American youth, teaching Creative Writing at the San Francisco County Jail, and backpacking around the world. You can find out more about Mr. Barton via: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Recently, Ms. Almeida and Mr. Barton were on our show talking about White Supremacy And The Exception To the Rule During our conversation, they talked about: – How they meet and why did they want to talk about this subject – How embedded is white supremacy in our culture and the danger with people who think they are outside of it especially in academia – White liberals feeling that they are above white supremacy – BIPOC (Black Indigenous People Of Color) propping up white supremacy – A world without white supremacy Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at www.thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe 2020 Podcast News Award Winner – Canadian Ethnic Media Association 2018 Innovation Award Winner – Canadian Ethnic Media Association The Dr. Vibe Show™ At “The Good Men Project” One of the first Brand Ambassador's – Cuisine Noir Magazine Dr. Vibe – Producer And Co-host of Black Men Talking On WJMS Radio Dr. Vibe on HuffPost Live – August 2, 2013 2013 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Winner (Best International Blog) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2011 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best International Blog and Best Podcast Series) Black Blog Of The Day – Black Bloggers Network – June 23, 2011 Twitter Twitter hashtag: #DrVibe The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iTunes The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Spotify Dr. Vibe Media – You Tube The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Stitcher Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – TuneIn Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Google Play Music The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iHeartRadio The Dr. Vibe Show™ at Anchor Linkedin – The Dr. Vibe Show™ Instagram The Dr. Vibe Show Facebook Fan Page

Dr. Vibe, Kinte Fergerson and special guest LeRon Barton have a conversation about the naming of Kamala Harris as the Vice President candidate for the American Democratic party. During the conversation, the following topics were discussed: – If they were surprised that Kamala Harris was chosen by Joe Biden as his vice president choice and if there was a better choice – If Black women helped Kamala Harris get nominated – If Joe Biden is fit for president – Will Kamala Harris be president of the United States – If Black Americans have power – What should Black Americans ask their political candidates for – If the upcoming election is important for Black America You can contact Kinte Fergerson via: Indy Radio Facebook Twitter Instagram You can contact LeRon Barton via: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email The Dr. Vibe Show™ at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Producer of Google+ Hangouts – The Good Men Project The Dr. Vibe Show™ At “The Good Men Project” One of the first Brand Ambassador's – Cuisine Noir Magazine The Dr. Vibe Show™ Channel Dr. Vibe – Producer And Co-host of Black Men Talking On WJMS Radio Dr. Vibe on HuffPost Live – August 2, 2013 2013 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Winner (Best International Blog) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2011 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best International Blog and Best Podcast Series) Black Blog Of The Day – Black Bloggers Network – June 23, 2011 Twitter Twitter hashtag: #DrVibe The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iTunes Dr. Vibe Media – You Tube Google+ The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Stitcher Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – TuneIn Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Google Play Music The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iHeartRadio Linkedin – The Dr. Vibe Show™ Instagram The Dr. Vibe Show Facebook Fan Page

What does it mean to be a “daring” speaker? Are you comfortable with accepting criticism or challenging people's viewpoints? Can you move ahead in spite of fear? Today's guest will help you wrestle with these questions and inspire you to be more fearless in sharing your message. 

LeRon Barton rejoins the podcast for a special #RoundTwo conversation on Black lives and the current political climate. In this episode, LeRon pushes for people to become real advocates, rather than starting book clubs and making random social media posts. LeRon is a gifted speaker and author -- learn more via https://leronbarton.com/. 

LeRon Barton talks about how a girlfriend breaking up with him was the catalyst for his Courage Up Moment to backpacking through Central America.  He’s a writer and speaker LeRon Barton sharing his story of courage, talking Black Lives Matters, and how men can be an ally for women.  Courage Up Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1526947990801218/ Courage Up Show Notes https://www.mingshelby.com/podcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mingshelby/

Adversities are parts of our life that we can't avoid, but we can find ways to work through them and grow from them. Whether they are something that we can control or not, they do not necessarily have to define us. In this episode, LeRon Barton discusses his passion for inspiring people, the importance of determination, and how factors like race and disabilities influence how you go about facing adversities. Barton describes how putting in real effort and having the will for victory can help you overcome whatever obstacle stands in your way. *** If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving us a short review? It takes less than 60 seconds, and could make a huge difference in spreading the word of these inspiring/courageous conversations.
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LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. Cava Menzies is a multidisciplinary musician, visual artist, and educator who resides in Oakland, Ca. She is a Bay Area native and hails from a long line of creators; her grandmother a pioneer in the New York Jazz scene as a dancer at the Cotton Club, her father, Eddie Henderson, an accomplished jazz trumpeter and early member of the Herbie Hancock sextet, and her mother a classically trained flautist and music enthusiast. Cava holds a BA from the Berklee College of Music in Boston where she studied jazz piano and music education. She received her MM from the University of Miami where she studied composition and music production and recording. Cava is a founding music faculty member at the Oakland School for the Arts and served as the Artistic Director of the school from 2015 – 2018. Her musical directing and arranging work have been featured in performances with Chris Martin, Coldplay, Daveed Diggs, Rafa Casal, Dave Grohl, Kehlani, and Adrian Marcel. Through her cumulative work at OSA, Cava has led four concert tours to Italy, Puerto Rico, and New Orleans and has taught over 2000 young musicians from Oakland. Cava is a 2014 National Artist Teaching Fellow. She has been a guest faculty member for Berklee College of Music's weeklong music intensives in LA and Puerto Rico. She serves on the board of the SF Chapter for the Recording Academy and was a quarterfinalist for the 2018 Grammy Music Educator Awards. Cava is the founder of the brand, COLORQUEEN, a multidisciplinary platform that highlights her integrated visual art, music, and travel work. Mr. Barton and Ms. Menzies were live on our show. They will be talked about Breonna Taylor, George Floyd And Raising Black Boys. During our conversation, they talked about: – Events in Oakland during this time during early June 2020 – Their thoughts on the fact the many of the protesters are White – Their thoughts on why they feel that the protests different this time and if the protests will be effective – If there is a civil war, class war in America – The George Floyd incident – Policing in America – The Breonna Taylor incident – Cava talks about raising a sixteen year old Black son as a single mother, her having a number of “talks” with her son, her biggest concern for her son – Cava provides some suggestions on what can be done to improve race relations in America – Cava shares why she became a teacher, why she loves being a teacher and what is like for her being a teacher at this time in America's history – Cava's message for non-melinated and melinated America You can find out more about LeRon via: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram You can find more about Ms. Menzies via: Cava Menzies – Website Color Queen Color Queen – Instagram Cava Menzies – Facebook Cava Menzies – Instagram Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com 2018 Innovation Award Winner – Canadian Ethnic Media Association Producer of Google+ Hangouts – The Good Men Project The Dr. Vibe Show™ At “The Good Men Project” One of the first Brand Ambassador's – Cuisine Noir Magazine Dr. Vibe – Producer And Co-host of Black Men Talking On WJMS Radio Dr. Vibe on HuffPost Live – August 2, 2013 2013 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Winner (Best International Blog) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2011 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best International Blog and Best Podcast Series) Black Blog Of The Day – Black Bloggers Network – June 23, 2011 Twitter Twitter hashtag: #DrVibe The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iTunes Dr. Vibe Media – You Tube The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Stitcher Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – TuneIn Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Google Play Music The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iHeartRadio The Dr. Vibe Show™ at Anchor Linkedin – The Dr. Vibe Show™ Instagram The Dr. Vibe Show Facebook Fan Page

LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. Recently, Mr. Barton was on our show talking about Covid19 And Its Effect America And Black America. During the conversation, LeRon talked about: – What LeRon has been up to lately including getting ready to do another TEDx talk and how has COVID19 has effected him – COVID19 and its effect on Black America (eg. job loss) and the lack of Black leadership during this time – Black leadership and COVID19 – The need for many Blacks to pivot You can find out more about LeRon via: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email The Dr. Vibe Show™ at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com 2018 Innovation Award Winner – Canadian Ethnic Media Association Producer of Google+ Hangouts – The Good Men Project The Dr. Vibe Show™ At “The Good Men Project” One of the first Brand Ambassador's – Cuisine Noir Magazine Dr. Vibe – Producer And Co-host of Black Men Talking On WJMS Radio Dr. Vibe on HuffPost Live – August 2, 2013 2013 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Winner (Best International Blog) 2012 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best Podcast) 2011 Black Weblog Awards Finalist (Best International Blog and Best Podcast Series) Black Blog Of The Day – Black Bloggers Network – June 23, 2011 Twitter Twitter hashtag: #DrVibe The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iTunes Dr. Vibe Media – You Tube The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Stitcher Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – TuneIn Radio The Dr. Vibe Show™ – Google Play Music The Dr. Vibe Show™ – iHeartRadio The Dr. Vibe Show™ at Anchor Linkedin – The Dr. Vibe Show™ Instagram The Dr. Vibe Show Facebook Fan Page

Imagine a time in life where you wake up and realize that now is the time to change your life and to help change the world. To shed all of your fears, doubts, and thoughts that held you back. To become a person of change. To tell your story, uplift others to tell their truth, and to be 100 % honest.. The time is now. https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-barton-cwna-2b700b1/

On this week's episode, co-hosts Crystle & Krysta sit down with LeRon Barton to discuss his thoughts and reactions to the Decoding the Subtext narrative and how we sometimes have to contort ourselves and negotiate to keep the peace - even when we've been impacted in a negative way.

Host Cyrus Webb welcomes author and speaker LeRon Barton to #CyrusWebbPresents #ConversationsLIVE in #LosAngeles to discuss what it's been like to do what he loves and to inspire others along the way. 

Today’s episode features some amazing, courageous and phenomenal contributors to the Stuttering Community.  My call to action was to create an episode of #1 Tips for PWS and these tips will no doubt help those who are struggling with their stutter.  I am honored to showcase these amazing contributors on this podcast episode.  I have attached their links down below if you wish to reach out.  If you have a #1 Tip, please click the SpeakPipe link and leave your voice message that I will add to a future episode. Thank you to the following contributors: LeRon Barton - https://www.instagram.com/leronlbarton/ Aaron Toubian - https://www.instagram.com/aaron_toubian/ Jaleesa Bygrave - https://www.instagram.com/speechchallengescounselling/ James Hayden - dearworldistutter@gmail.com, https://stutteredblog.com/, https://www.amazon.com/Dear-World-Stutter-Letters-Stutters-ebook/dp/B078WLJNQT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11B753A8OL1EY&keywords=dear+world+i+stutter&qid=1578697021&s=books&sprefix=dear+world+i+stu%2Cstripbooks%2C233&sr=1-1 , https://themighty.com/author/james-hayden/ Chase Gillis - https://www.instagram.com/cgstutter/ , https://l.instagram.com/?u=http%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fcgstutter&e=ATM4M-2Zo3WoOSb5b2gCz4lxuC2ymalxyjhPiJo-dZEKkX1rx7wnOwBgRpy93JRzi2NFXa2cz4IpKR0l_vl4ZiowMRiiwHaL Daniele Rossi - https://www.instagram.com/danielerossi/ , http://danielerossi.ca/ Angella Marston - https://www.instagram.com/angella_marston/ , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kv_0eAaCa0E&feature=youtu.be Rama Siva - http://thestutteringmind.com/ Daniel Lopriore - http://thestutteringmind.com/ , https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xZWzqyHz8kSKYSs4FEMcA Callum Schofield - https://www.instagram.com/callum_schof/ , https://proudrecoveringstammerer.wordpress.com/ Thank you to Epidemic Sound for the intro/outro music.  https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Thank you, Mike Russell, for that AMAZING outro:  https://musicradiocreative.com If you wish you send me your #1 Tip, click on this link and record your voice message:   https://www.speakpipe.com/MyStutteringLife  For correspondence/inquiries/merchandise: Pedro Peña, PO Box 1585, La Porte, Texas USA 77572  

Could you imagine what it would be like to write your first play, share it with your school and then have your peers and teacher tell you it was the worst thing they ever wrote? LeRon was a young man overcoming the challenge of speaking with a stutter while being faced with serious rejection. He is here today to share how he overcame his stutter and was able to move past the rejection to create the life he enjoys today as a writer and speaker. www.leronbarton.com www.ginajohnson.ca/leronbarton --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lvmountaintops/message

In this episode of Everyday Conversations on Race, Selena Wilson and LeRon Barton talk with me about “backhanded compliments,” or compulsions to describe, that are actually racist. To hear more, download this episode of Everyday Conversations on Race for Everyday People

This week on  Everyday Conversations on Race, Simma is joined by Barbara Williams Hardy, former head of Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging for a large tech firm, and LeRon Barton a well respected journalist and speaker on the experiences of being a Black man in America. The main theme is Culture Fit Hiring and it’s impact on diversity, equity and inclusion.  They offer their perspectives and answer the questions: Does hiring for “culture fit” promote racism and discrimination? Is it only the responsibility of white people to promote diversity, equity and inclusion? What is the role of Black people and other people of color in culture change and inclusion? Topics covered include: Culture Fit hiring- friend or foe of diversity, equity and inclusion How we’re all capable or making wrong assumptions Breaking up status-quo hiring and with inclusion Where to find Black computer engineers Asking the right questions to determine whether a statement has racist intent or meaning, and opportunities to educate What recruiters and leaders need to do ensure inclusive hiring, making people feel welcome across difference and supporting their success LeRon, Barb and Simma share songs that represent thoughts about race, racism and bringing people together Barb Williams Hardy and LeRon Barton Barbara Williams Hardy is a visionary, innovator, connector, catalyst for change and global citizen of the world. She is an award-winning thought leader with a global mindset and is known as a “Go To” leader who develops high-level relationship alliances that foster inclusion, belonging, collaboration and commitment to align diversity strategies with business objectives to accelerate employee engagement, experience, innovation and organizational success.   Barb grows leaders. She is the former Global Head of Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at NetApp, Leadership speaker and the creator of the Barb List, Principles for Achieving Success and Living an Amazing Life.  Barb’s mission is to unlock the untapped brilliance in all of us. ------- LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Mo that currently resides in San Francisco, Ca. He has been writing poetry, screenplays, and short stories since he was way young. LeRon’s essays have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Eastbay Express, Those People, AlterNet, SF Bay view, Buzzfeed, Gorilla Convict, and Elephant Journal. His first book, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American drug culture” was released in Feb 2013. LeRon’s new book, “All We Really Need Is Love

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LeRon Barton is a Writer and Speaker from California. He is a person who stutters and has appeared on TedX, Al Jazeera and The Good Men Project.

If tech companies are leading us to the future of work, why are they so bad at hiring minorities? LeRon Barton on being the only black man in the room See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do you find your groove after losing it all? In this episode, special guest LeRon Barton shares the story of backpacking through Central America after losing his job and his girlfriend, and how his journey changed everything about the way he navigates the world today.   Connect with LeRon! http://leronbarton.com/ LinkedIn   Learn more about your host, Erin Sanchez: Website: https://www.candidlyerin.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidlyerin Podcast: https://justsaythewordpodcast.com 

Today I have on Leron Barton, Millicent Cho, and Mtume Gant to discuss the movie "Last Black Man in San Francisco." Part 1 of 2.

Today I have on Leron Barton, Millicent Cho, and Mtume Gant to discuss the movie "Last Black Man in San Francisco." Part 2 of 2.

Host Cyrus Webb welcomes back author/contributing writer and speaker LeRon Barton to #ConversationsLIVE to discuss what it's been like to find his voice and to share it with the world. The two also discuss what it was like for him to give his first Tedx talk as well as hit the runway as a model, showing others what's possible in spite of their challenges and fears. Stay connected with LeRon on Twitter and Instagram as well as watch his Tedx talk here. 

Today's podcast has a special guest, LeRon Barton,  who is a writer,  author, and Tedx speaker who is also a person who stutters.  We discuss the origins of his stutter, his family history, speech therapy, and his advice for parents and teachers.  Mr. Barton's positivity, courage and tenacity is a true inspiration to people who stutter and non stutterers.   For more information on LeRon Barton, his website is www.leronbarton.com ,  twitter.com/MainlineLeRon,  www.instagram.com/leronlbarton and  https://www.facebook.com/leronlbarton

LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. Recently, Mr. Barton was on our show talking about his recent article The Minimising Of The Sexual Assault Of Black Boys. During the conversation, LeRon talked about: – Why he wrote the article – The lack of attention about this subject – Why it is normal for a Black boy to have sex at a young age? Why is not a concern? – The assumption that Black men and boys cannot be raped – Black boys can never be innocent and often are viewed as a predator – The response to the article – The effect that this has on Black boys and men's emotions – The importance of therapy for Black men You can find out more about LeRon via: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email The Dr. Vibe Show™ at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

Download Episode   Simma Lieberman and LeRon Barton in this episode made a summary of what has been said through 2018 about race and other topics.

LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD. Recently, Mr. Barton was on our show talking about his article Why I don't code switch. During the conversation, Mr. Barton talked about: – Why he wrote the article – What is code switching and is code switching a good thing – If he have any challenges with the way he speaks – “The most popular Black people today are not know for their intellect.” LeRon – Code switching in the presence of Blacks – Code switching vs. having vocabulary – If Black have to make whites feel comfortable You can find out more about LeRon via: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email The Dr. Vibe Show™ at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

LeRon Barton is a widely published author on race, mass incarceration and dating. He is    40 years old and African-American.   Key topics on the show are: The importance of white people having conversations on race with each other. What white people and other people can do to be allies When people not in the target group need to speak out against racist or inappropriate comments and when they need to not speak for people of color or members of a group being targeted Why too many white people are afraid to have a conversation about race with people different than them Times when Black people don’t speak up because they don’t want to be seen as the angry Black person , so they water their comments down How Obama had to walk a fine line when showing emotions Simma and LeRon disagree about Obama as a president Why we need more cross-race conversations about race that discuss solutions and not just talk LeRon and Simma disagree about South Carolina. LeRon thinks there is nothing good about South Carolina and Simma says that she spoke at a diversity conference in South Carolina and met great people. Also, South Carolina has had a lot of civil rights activism and you can’t put down everyone in a whole state. Can a whole state be racist? Simma says no. Solutions to racist monuments- should they be taken down, put in a museum or destroyed? How to handle the dangers of being Black in America today, and in particular being a Black man. LeRon wrote an article- on “Staying Alive While Black.” Is stand your ground and open carry only for white people?   Download Episode

In Episode 9 Guest is LeRon Barton

Too often, millennials are accused of not going deep, that somehow just posting something publicly about an issue means you've done something to help solve it. But, as with most issues, it takes more than a tweet to fix culture. It takes actual work, every day, from men to stop sexual misconduct. It takes examining one's own treatment of women and speaking up to one's friends when they say or do something disrespectful. That’s why I started the #NowWhat campaign and encourage you to do your part to end sexual harassment in the workplace. Today's podcast guest is LeRon Barton, a writer from Kansas City who currently resides in San Francisco. LeRon’s essays have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Eastbay Express, Those People, AlterNet, Buzzfeed, Gorilla Convict, and Elephant Journal. His site is leronbarton.com.  

Dr. Vibe hosts the conversation “Hip Hop vs. White Supremacy” with LeRon Barton and Alexander Williams. LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Mo that currently resides in San Francisco, Ca. He has been writing poetry, screenplays, and short stories since he was way young. LeRon's essays have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Those People, Alternet, SF Bayview, Buzzfeed, Gorilla Convict, and Elephant Journal. His first book, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American drug culture was released in Feb 2013. LeRon's new book, All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of dating, relationships, heartbreak, and marriage is available at Amazon. Alexander Williams is from Lancaster, California. That should tell you a lot. Nonetheless, he also feels it's necessary to state that he's a Boston Celtics fan, an avid thinker, and a sap for experience. He cares about his disadvantaged Afrikan and Native American communities and worries that tomorrow could very well be his last day here on Earth. He's a communist, an anarchist, and a pacifist. He was always the smart kid that you would tell your younger brothers about and the only guy you know with Dr. Seuss Chucks. He also raps, but then again he also writes, and then again he also acts, so he just does a lot of things. Mr. Barton and Mr. Williams were on our show talking about Hip-Hop vs. White Supremacy. During our conversation, they talked about: – The importance of hip hop in both of their lives – What does hip hop represent when it is at its best – Some of their thoughts are the current state of hip hop – If hip hop has lost some of its social conscious – “White supermacy and father time are undefeated.” Alexander Williams – How is hip hop dealing with the rise of white supremacy – How can hip hop win the war? – Them message for the hip hop family in dealing with white supremacy You can connect with Mr. Barton via: Website Twitter Facebook You can connect with Mr. Williams via: Twitter Soundcloud Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Mo that currently resides in San Francisco, Ca. He has been writing poetry, screenplays, and short stories since he was way young. LeRon's essays have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Those People, Alternet,SF Bayview, Buzzfeed, Gorilla Convict, and Elephant Journal. His first book, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American drug culture was released in Feb 2013. LeRon's new book, All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of dating, relationships, heartbreak, and marriage is available at Amazon. Recently, Mr. Barton was on our show talking about his article MEN AND THE NEED TO BE VULNERABLE. During our conversation, Mr. Barton talked about: – Why he wrote about the this subject – The importance of the question “What if we just let men be free from all the identity destroying expectations we have placed on manhood?” – Some his manhood journey – When he became vulnerable did he loss his male friends? – “Many men need to leave the garden of adolenscense (boyhood) and step into adulthood.” – The need for men to have fellowship with other men – Why he cannot stand the terms like “Man Up”, “Boys don't cry” – The first time he saw a man tell another man “I love you” – Some of the root causes of men not being vulnerable – Suggestion on how men can become vulnerable – What is society going to be like if men cannot be more vulnerable? What is society going to be like if men become more vulnerable? You can connect with Mr. Barton via: Website Twitter Facebook Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Mo that currently resides in San Francisco, Ca. He has been writing poetry, screenplays, and short stories since he was way young. LeRon's essays have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Those People, Alternet, SF Bayview, Buzzfeed, Gorilla Convict, and Elephant Journal. His first book, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American drug culture was released in Feb 2013. LeRon's new book, All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of dating, relationships, heartbreak, and marriage is available at Amazon. Mr. Barton was on our show talking about his article Should Black People Call the Police?. During our conversation Mr. Barton talked about: – The reason why he wrote the article – Some of his experiences with the police – What did his parents tell him about dealing with the police and “The Talk” – What does he feel the role of police is in today's society – Does he feel a good police officer exists? – The fact that 49% of the felony arrests are Black people when only 4% of the population of San Francisco is Black – Do older Blacks have a different opinion of the police than younger Blacks? – Does he believe in community policing in Black neighbourhoods You can connect with Mr. Barton via: Website Twitter Facebook Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelist for the last Sunday's conversation was LeRon Barton. Mr. Barton commented on the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Common Thread In The Castile And Cosby Cases The Dr. Vibe Show™: Spread The News – It's Juneteeth The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Leaders Should Not Walk Out On Trump The Dr. Vibe Show™: LaVar Ball's Master Class On Black Fatherhood And Agenda Building Is Legit! The Dr. Vibe Show™: Racism, Murder And Black Pain, The 2017 Riot Season Is Here Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page at “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Mo that currently resides in San Francisco, Ca. He has been writing poetry, screenplays, and short stories since he was way young. LeRon's essays have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Those People, Alternet,SF Bayview, Buzzfeed, Gorilla Convict, and Elephant Journal. His first book, Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American drug culture was released in Feb 2013. LeRon's new book, All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of dating, relationships, heartbreak, and marriage is available at Amazon. Mr. Barton was live on our show talking about his article Stop Blaming Trump for Racism (It was Already Here). During our conversation, Mr. Barton talked about: – Short background including where the passion for writing came from – The story behind the article – America's history of racism – Why some people feel that the election of Donald Trump brought out racism – The story behind America's Greatest Racist Hits – Some of the racism directed to Barack and Michelle Obama – His thoughts on the Alt-Right, Jeff Sessions – Will African Americans be able to overcome racism on their own – The role of economics in overcoming raising in America – The future of racism in America – the significance of the Trayvon Martin incident in the history of racism in America – If he likes white people You can connect with Mr. Barton via: Website Twitter Facebook Instagram Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelists for the show were: Rodney Kellum, Dr. Lawrence Rasheed, LeRon Barton and Galen Bingham. The panelists commented on the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump – I'm Willing To Testify Under Oath About Comey's Claims; Also, The President Is A Big-Ass Liar The Dr. Vibe Show™: Bill Cosby's Trial Is A Test for America The Dr. Vibe Show™: Yes, There Is A Free Speech Crisis. But Its Victims Are Not White Men The Dr. Vibe Show™: Social Isolation Is A Serious Dilemma For Too Many Men The Dr. Vibe Show™: I'm Boycotting The NFL Because Of Its Anti-Blackness Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page at “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Leron Barton and Jonathan O. Shaw. The panelists will be commented on the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Will Donald Trump Be Impeached? The Dr. Vibe Show™: Vanilla ISIS – The Quiet Radicalization Of America's New Al-Qaida The Dr. Vibe Show™: In 2017, Are Men Expected To Pay For Dates? The Dr. Vibe Show™: Going Straight – Prisoners And The Job Market The Dr. Vibe Show™: Walking In Black Folks' Shoes Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page at “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Rodney Kellum, LeRon Barton, Galen D. Bingham and Christopher “Flood The Drummer” Norris. The panelists discussed the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Erased Onscreen – Where Are All The Interracial Couples? The Dr. Vibe Show™: Ben Carson Called African-American Slaves ‘Immigrants' The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump Attacks Obama Because He Needs A Black Boogeyman The Dr. Vibe Show™: For Black And Brown People Fighting For Survival In Toxic White Spaces The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Changing Face Of Black Masculinity Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Visit our website at http://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page at “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Rodney Kellum, LeRon Barton and Kinte Fergerson. The panelists discussed the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Did #OscarsSoWhite Work? Looking Beyond Hollywood's Diversity Drought The Dr. Vibe Show™: Voter Fraud Paranoia vs. Voting Rights Protection The Dr. Vibe Show™: Before You Write Another ‘Millennial' Thinkpiece, Understand Black Millennials Don't Have It As Good As Their White Counterparts The Dr. Vibe Show™: How Black History Explains Donald Trump The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Trump Era – The Politics Of Race And Class Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here Visit our website at http://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Rodney Kellum and LeRon Barton. The panelists discussed the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Do Black Men Care About Their Health? The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why Black-On-Black Crime Continues To Be A Thing The Dr. Vibe Show™: How I Learned My Own Value As A Black Male Teacher The Dr. Vibe Show™: Here's Why Trump's Rhetoric Is Dangerous For Black People The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Dangerous Myth Of The ‘Missing Black Father' Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page at “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page Visit our website at http://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe 

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Dr. Lawrence A. Rasheed and LeRon Barton. The panelists discussed the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Kanye West's Travails Help Hip-Hop Open Up On Mental Health The Dr. Vibe Show™: Blackonomics – It's Time To Give Our Money Marching Orders The Dr. Vibe Show™: Race Relations Off To Bad Start With Trump Presidency The Dr. Vibe Show™: What Young Black Men Can Expect From President Trump The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘We're Not Going Anywhere:' Watch Roland Martin Challenge White Nationalist Richard Spencer   Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Visit our website at http://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe 

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Dr. Lawrence A. Rasheed, LeRon Barton and Galen D. Bingham. The panelists discussed the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: CEO Of AT&T Randall Stephenson Joins Starbucks And Ben & Jerry's In Taking On Race The Dr. Vibe Show™: Hillary Clinton Didn't Shatter The Glass Ceiling The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Lives Matter Issues A Statement On Trump's Election The Dr. Vibe Show™: Obama Reckons With A Trump Presidency The Dr. Vibe Show™: What Whiteness Means In The Trump Era Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Visit our website at http://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday's show were: Rodney Kellum, Dr. Lawrence A. Rasheed, LeRon Barton and Galen D. Bingham. The panelists discussed the following stories: The Dr. Vibe Show™: Study Finds Racial Discrimination By Uber And Lyft Drivers The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump's Version Is BS – Here's The Real History Of ‘Rigged' US Elections The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why New Generation Of Black Activists Say, ‘No Thanks' To 2016 Election The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Women Should Be More Than Voters The Dr. Vibe Show™: 2008 Was A Celebration. 2016 Is The Opposite. Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Feel free to visit our website at: http://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

LeRon L. Barton is a writer, photographer, and all around artist. He started Mainline Publishing to produce works that will captivate and get people talking. After tons of rejections letters and crazy advice from agent, I decided to take my destiny into my own hands and go indie, and Mainline Publishing was born. The idea behind the company was to showcase works that maybe considered too controversial for other  houses to take on. The first project, Straight Dope: A 36o degree look into American Drug Culture delves into why drugs are so prevalent in America. With this edgy project, Straight Dope sets the precedent for other works to follow.

At the top of the hour host Cyrus Webb talks with recording artist Kristy Love about her love of music and the single ALL OVER THE WORLD. Then at 30 min. past the hour Webb talks with author LeRon Barton about his new book STRAIGHT DOPE.