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In a deeply moving episode of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast, Jane Mantey, Director of Narrative and Cultural Strategies for Race Forward, connected with Michael Brown Sr. and Cal Brown, parents of Michael Brown Jr. Their heartfelt story and unwavering advocacy illuminate the enduring impact of their son's tragic death in a police encounter a decade ago–an event that ignited a powerful national movement and continues to shape the racial justice landscape today.Michael Sr. and Cal share their journey since the heartbreaking loss of their son on August 9, 2014. Their story reveals not only their profound pain and grief but also their relentless pursuit of justice and healing through their organization, Chosen for Change. This initiative empowers families through holistic grief counseling and outreach programs, aiming to build leadership and self-determination.Michael Sr. emphasized the critical need to support grieving families, drawing from his own experiences of inadequate support during his time of grief. He noted, "Grieving families are different. The first thing to go away is trust." Building trust and treating these families with respect and dignity is central to their approach.Cal elaborated on the significance of their various programs, such as Cookies and Convo, Chosen Fathers, and Mothers of an Angel. These initiatives offer inclusive grief support, helping families adjust to a''new normal' and providing the tools needed to heal and reinvent themselves. One notable program, 1st 48 Responders, ensures immediate support for families following a loss. "Despite what we are going through, we stand ten toes down in the work that we do," Cal stated, underscoring their community-driven efforts as a form of justice for their son and others.As they mark the 10-year commemoration of Michael Brown Jr., Michael Sr. reflected on the importance of remembering and humanizing his son. Their ongoing fight against police violence and systemic racism is highlighted by the recent loss of another young person to police brutality in their community. "We have served more than 1,700 families," Cal pointed out, emphasizing the continuing need for their essential work.Chosen for Change will participate in Race Forward's Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy from September 27th to October 5th. This new initiative harnesses art, culture, and creativity to advance dialogues and spark collective action for a multiracial democracy. During the event, *Chosen for Change* will unveil "As I See You," an art exhibit created through Michael Sr. and Cal's eyes in collaboration with Artivist STL, offering an intimate portrayal of Michael Brown Jr.'s life.In closing, Cal and Michael Sr. call for unity and urged listeners to support grieving families authentically. "If you do not have a voice, do not let anybody speak for you or your loved one until you find your voice," Cal advised. Their powerful testament to resilience and community strength continues to inspire and drive the ongoing fight for justice and equity. Resources Chosen For Change Organizationhttps://www.chosenforchange.org/ The Michael Brown Foundationhttps://www.michaelbrownfoundation.org/‘I will never stop fighting': Michael Brown Jr.'s family turns pain into purpose” (via St. Louis Public Radio) https://bit.ly/3YYEHnw Race Forward and Americans for the Arts unveil the Anchor Projects for the Inaugural Cultural Week of Actionhttps://bit.ly/474DqgHPhotos: Family of Michael Brown Jr. marches on Ferguson 10 years later (via The Picture Show, NPR)https://bit.ly/3Mq9WjO About Race Forward: Race Forward catalyzes movement building for racial justice. In partnership with communities, organizations, and sectors, we build strategies to advance racial justice in our policies, institutions, and culture. Race Forward imagines a just, multiracial, democratic society, free from oppression and exploitation, in which people of color thrive with power and purpose. Follow Race Forward on social media Follow us on Facebook:www.facebook.com/raceforward Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/raceforward Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/raceforward Building Racial Equity (BRE) Trainings www.raceforward.org/trainings Subscribe to our newsletter:www.raceforward.org/subscribe Executive Producers: Hendel Leiva, Cheryl Cato Blakemore, Priscilla Sam Associate Producer & Editor: Freddie Beckley
Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing. Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making a living in manufacturing today, in Michigan. With that in mind, this month they connected with several members of the LaFontaine family of dealerships. The Family Deal: It's Not Just What You Get, It's How You Feel. At LaFontaine our mission is to build lifelong relationships that connect families, strengthen communities and personalize the automotive experience. Our mission reflects the manifestation of six core values: Accountability, Respect, Team Work, Passion, Communication, and Responsibility. The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise to you… To treat every customer like they are members of our family. To respect their unique needs, to be accountable for our actions as it relates to your experience, to assemble the best individuals in the industry to be part of your team, communicate with transparency, be responsible to the communities you live in and we do business in, and to approach each day with passion. Simply put… The Family Deal. It's not what you get, it's how you feel. – Ryan LaFontaine Founded in 1980 by Michael Sr. and Maureen LaFontaine, the nationally-recognized LaFontaine Automotive Group now includes 54 retail franchises, 9 collision centers and 34 Michigan retail locations. The Group employs nearly 2,600 individuals. It's the ongoing mission of the LaFontaine family and passionate team members to personalize the automotive experience by building lifelong relationships that connect families and strengthen communities. The LaFontaine Family Deal; it's not just what you get, it's how you feel. “We are extremely passionate and pour into our customers, local communities and employees,” said Ryan LaFontaine, CEO, LaFontaine Automotive Group. “Our entire LaFontaine team takes great pride in delivering a best-in-class personalized customer experience, and that commitment has fueled our growth and the life-long relationships we've cultivated over the decades of doing business.” “We encourage our employees to become involved in their community, volunteering and working with organizations striving to make a positive impact,” said Kelley LaFontaine, Vice President, LaFontaine Automotive Group. “Being a strong community supporter and partner has been a cornerstone of LaFontaine Automotive Group and something my mom, Maureen LaFontaine instilled in us all.” The combination of both the mission and core values provides the basic foundation of our promise … to treat every customer like they are members of our family. From sales, to service, body shop, to parts, LaFontaine Automotive Group is able to meet any customer's specific needs. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/
The Diversified Companies CEO Michael Rose, Sr. and his sons Anthony, Michael and Daniel reflect on the paths that brought their family to Integrity.
2/27/21- Rav. Michael Sr. -Tetvazeh-You Shall Charge
1/16/21- Rav Michael Sr.—Vaera—G-ds manifestation sequence.
2/6/21- Rav Michael Sr—Yitro- Hearing and Seeing with Spiritual Understanding
Book Vs Movie Road to Perdition The Margos Return to Graphic Novels in This Special Episode The world of midwest Prohibition-era gangster life is the subject of this episode of Book Vs Movie with Road to Perdition--the 1998 graphic novel from Max Allan Collins and the 2000 film directed by Sam Mendes. This returns the Margos to the graphic novel genre for the first time since Batman. The novel is the first in a series on a gangster family--the O-Sullivan’s. Michael O’Sullivan Sr. works for the Looney family and sees the head boss Michael Looney as a father figure. Michaels is known as the “Angel of Death” and a ruthless enforcer for the Looney family. You owe them money and don’t pay--Michael will make you pay the ultimate price. He is played by Tom Hanks in the movie. Michael has a wife (Annie) and two sons--Michael Jr. and Peter. One day, Annie and Peter are murdered and it’s up to Michael Sr. and his son as an unlikely duo to find the killers and avenge their loved one’s deaths. In the novel, we meet a cast of characters including real-life criminals Al Capone and his enforcer Frank Nitti. Eliot Ness also makes an appearance and John Looney is quite a bit different than his movie counterpart played by Paul Newman (called John Rooney in the film.) The movie sticks mostly with the basics of the plot with just a few name changes and without the appearance of Ness of Capone (Anthony LaPaglia filmed a scene as Capone that never made it to the final cut.) And Conrad L. Hall won an Academy Award for Best Cinematography who had passed away just before the award season. So between the graphic novel and short story--which did the Margos like better? Click on the link below to find out! In this ep the Margos discuss: The author’s journey to this particular story The biggest differences between the short story and the 2002 film Trivia about the shooting of the film The cast includes Tom Hanks (Michael Sullivan Sr.), Paul Newman (John Rooney,) Daniel Craig (Connor Rooney,) Jennifer Jason Leigh (Annie Sullivan,) Stanley Tucci (Frank Nitti,) Tyler Hoechlin (Michael Sullivan Jr.), Jude Law (Maguire,) and Dylan Baker (Alexander Rance.) Clips Featured: Road to Perdition trailer Michael Sullivan Sr. confronts Rooney Connor Rooney “apologizes” Maguire meets Michael Sullivan Sr. Outro music: Score by Thomas Newman Join our Patreon page to help support the show! https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/ Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.com Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Brought to you by Audible.com You can sign up for a FREE 30-day trial here http://www.audible.com/?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004R Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.com Margo P. @ShesNachoMama https://coloniabook.weebly.com/
Join me and my son's father Michael while we discuss how we co-parent after a failed relationship. When you are operating in the best interests of the child...it WORKS!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/da-babble/message
Ryan LaFontaine’s path after graduation was always clear – he wanted to work for his family’s auto dealership group, which was established by his father, Michael Sr., and mother, Maureen, in 1984. By 2008, LaFontaine was named chief operating officer of the LaFontaine Automotive Group, which has since grown to encompass 39 franchises, 20 retail locations, a global vehicles division, a parts warehouse and five full-service collision centers, employing more than 1,300 individuals across Michigan. And he is a recognized industry leader, having served as president of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) and recently named chairman of the 2018 North American International Auto Show, the youngest chairman in the show’s 111-year history. LaFontaine is also proud to guide the next generation of automotive industry leaders through the LaFontaine Automotive Internship Program, a 12-week immersive experience at his dealerships. And while LaFontaine’s career has been meteoric, he suffered a setback in 2008 when he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. LaFontaine took that very difficult experience and turned it into something positive. He had heard about a 10-week nationwide fundraising challenge to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Even though he was fighting cancer and just had twin boys, LaFontaine and his sister, Kelley, decided to enter. “With family and friends at our side, we raised $228,000 for LLS, which was an all-time record,” he said. For his efforts, he was named the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man of the Year in 2010. This successful fundraising effort propelled LaFontaine and his sister to go even further and create the U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation. The organization, which is run solely by volunteers so 100 percent of profits are donated to the cause, provides vital funding and support for local cancer research grants. Connect with Ryan LaFontaine: Twitter: @LaFontaineAuto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.lafontaine.5 Website: https://www.familydeal.com/ Website: https://ucancervive.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lafontaine-automotive-group
In today's episode we discuss an interview that Will Smith did where he discusses his views on raising children. We discuss his approach and Michael Sr. asks the question, "Who is leading your family?"
Wow! It's been over two years, but we've been itching to get back to doing the podcast. In our first episode back, Michael Jr. and Michael Sr. catch you up on all the new and exciting events that have transpired in their lives during their podcast absence. We also explain what this podcast means to us, and just how wonderful it is to record another episode. It feels so good to be back!
Michael was born in one of the poorest parts of Memphis, Tennessee. One of thirteen children. His mother Denise was a crack cocaine addict and alcoholic. His father, Michael Sr., spent more time in jail than as a free man. That left Michael to fend for himself. Share your thoughts with us here >> edgy.es/fbgroup
Sorry for the delay, but we're glad to be back. This episode had the two Michael's recording from the same location, live in Los Angeles, CA. They discuss the family vacation and the events that transpired over the weekend, including a graduation and a family gathering. They also discuss the importance of supporting and encouraging your family members. Michael Sr. also shares some very important information about older men and bathrooms.
We've been gone for a couple of weeks, but we're back with a bang. In this episode we catch you up on all the action that's taken place during our absence. We also discuss the actions necessary to properly love your wife. Michael Sr. drops some major nuggets of wisdom in this episode. Listen. Learn. Enjoy.
Success in life usually comes once you've discovered what your motivations in life are. Simon Sinek calls this your "why". In this episode we discuss two individuals (Jeremy Anderson & Seth Maust) who have found their "why" and are on the path of success. We talk about how Michael Jr. found his why, and how he is living that out. Michael Sr. shares some history about Jackie Robinson and brings up some considerations to keep in mind while pursuing your goals. Lilsten. Learn. Enjoy.
For many people, the simple fact of where they were born and raised played an integral role in their future success. For one person, he may credit his childhood of being raised on a farm in a small town as the reason for his strong work ethic. For another, living in a bustling, big city created a drive and passion to stand out from the masses. For many of us, we are products of our environments. It is because of this important point that we as husbands and fathers take into careful consideration the environments we expose our children to. In this episode, we begin our discussion referencing a recent article in which a former professional football player shares lessons he's learned from watching NBA MVP Stephen Curry. We then branch off to discuss how the Vance family came to settle in Huntsville, AL. Michael Sr. shares some of the considerations and sacrifices he made when choosing this location. Michael Jr. also shares some of the considerations he made when choosing a home church in Houston, TX. This episode is sure to be enlightening and thought-provoking. Listen. Learn. Enjoy.
The average American household carries almost $130,000 in debt. Whether it be from credit cards, student loans, mortgages, or car loans, debt seems to be a standard part of most people’s lives. While many people view debt as an ordinary part of life, carrying a large amount of debt can place an extreme amount of stress and pressure on a individual or family. In part two of this series, we discuss the mindset needed to get out and stay out of debt, as well as some of the practical tools Michael Sr. and Ardella used in their journey. We talk a bit more about the share cropper's mindset, discuss what the debt snowball is, and explain the reasoning behind having an emergency fund.
The average American household carries almost $130,000 in debt. Whether it be from credit cards, student loans, mortgages, or car loans, debt seems to be a standard part of most people's lives. While many people view debt as an ordinary part of life, carrying a large amount of debt can place an extreme amount of stress and pressure on a individual or family. In part one of this series, Michael Sr. discusses his motivations and mindset when attempting to tackle the $70,000 in debt that plagued his life. He shares some of the strategies he employed before endeavoring on this journey, and some of the considerations he was mindful of while on the journey. He also discusses the differences between a sharecropper's mindset and a steward's mindset, and explains how important getting out of debt is for weathering the storms of life. Listen. Learn. Enjoy.
Ask Me Anything (AMA) interviews are one of the most popular ways to learn about someone. In these interviews, you can ask an interviewee anything and they'll do their best to answer every question. In this episode my father and I take a similar, but modified, approach to the AMA interview. Using a list of 100 questions as our source, we selected five or six questions to ask one another as a way to get to know one another better. The results were both enlightening and hilarious. Make sure to listen to both parts of this episodes to hear the answers to questions such as Michael Sr.'s worst bad habit, Michael Jr.'s favorite joke, and who considers themselves a good dancer. Listen. Learn. Enjoy. http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/random/articles/134150/title/100-questions-ask-parents
Ask Me Anything (AMA) interviews are one of the most popular ways to learn about someone. In these interviews, you can ask an interviewee anything and they'll do their best to answer every question. In this episode my father and I take a similar, but modified, approach to the AMA interview. Using a list of 100 questions as our source, we selected five or six questions to ask one another as a way to get to know one another better. The results were both enlightening and hilarious. Make sure to listen to both parts of this episodes to hear the answers to questions such as Michael Sr.'s worst bad habit, Michael Jr.'s favorite joke, and who considers themselves a good dancer. Listen. Learn. Enjoy. http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/random/articles/134150/title/100-questions-ask-parents