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This episode features selections from a new three-CD collection on NarroWay called "West Coast Black Gospel.;" also some Christmas gospel and music from the Atkins All-Stars of Chicago, Gospel Kings of Portsmouth VA, Viola Ranson Sorters feat. Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, the Caravans, and others.

A sit down with Joe Harmon of Portsmouth, Virginia. Joe Harmon is the definition of hustle and motivate. Joe grew up with a love for music. He discovered his passion at a young age, but what happens when you discover two passions at a young age? Not many children, and even adults have the determination to make both their passions a reality. Joe is in an elite club of the few who have. Not only is he an exceptional teach at Norcom High School, he is a community leader in the city of Portsmouth, where is he is focused on restoring it to its glory years. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @hnmpodcastDigital Lens Rental: @jharmonmusicApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Kxq...

In today's episode Mike walks us through his poker experience in Portsmouth Virginia, and we talk to @ZaktheCPA about gambling and taxes.

Welcome to High Tower Ministries “Testimony Tuesdays” with Bill and Cara! We are so glad you are joining us for this power time in the Lord's presence. Our guests today will be sharing an incredible testimony of the Miracle Healing Power of The Lord Jesus Christ. Pastor Steve and Evangelist Francine Peacock are joining us from Portsmouth Virginia to Give Glory to God, and to raise faith in the hearts of our viewers. So, get ready to be blessed! Share this broadcast with your friends and get ready to experience the unlimited power of God! Get connected with us and watch “Greater Glory” on the High Tower Ministries, Int. Facebook Page! Sundays at 9 AM & 7 PM and Wednesdays at 7 PM for inspiring messages that will raise your faith and grow you in the Word! Don't miss a message, Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HighTowerMinistry.org Bookings/ Churches / Conferences: Bookings@HighTowerMinistry.org  Individual Prayer Requests: PrayerRequests@HighTowerMinistry.org Subscribe to YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_s14njTA8GQ5oBFb4Zs_uA/featured High Tower Ministries Podcasts: High Tower Ministries Podcast with Bill & Cara Nordeen on Apple Podcasts Get Connected Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HighTowerMinistry.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hightowerministries_usa/ FREE DOWNLOAD / Website: www.HighTowerMinistry.org   Unlocking Glory and the Unlocking Glory Study Guide are available on our website (signed copy with free shipping within the US). Also available on Amazon and Barnes and Nobles.    

Our Christmas Adcent series is focused on Christmas Stories. Every week we are focusing on people God used and blessed through the birth of His Son Jesus.   Check out our Youtube Channel here Follow Restore on Facebook here To support Restore and help us reach more people with the gospel click here:  Give Online Visit our website for more information about the church: restore.church 

* Ben Burkett * 1815 Multi-Family (2 double wide trailers made into 4 apartments) * Multiple calls and reports of people trapped * 2 units assigned search * 1 story, fire showing from kitchen window on D side. * Smoke down to knee height * Once fire knocked down zero viz * Felt pile of clothes “Search with hands”, found an arm * Victim-Face down, Rolled him over, 150-170lbs * Grab-Combat challenge drag, second rescuer came to get legs * Passed victim to EMS and went back in to search. * Time-3 min

Our Christmas Adcent series is focused on Christmas Stories. Every week we are focusing on people God used and blessed through the birth of His Son Jesus.   Check out our Youtube Channel here Follow Restore on Facebook here To support Restore and help us reach more people with the gospel click here:  Give Online Visit our website for more information about the church: restore.church 

Laurie Carter, Dean of the School of the Arts and School of Humanities at Susquehanna University, shared the story behind her title with us on December 21, 2023.Laurie is a nationally recognized author. Her memoir, Crave: Sojourn of a Hungry Soul, was named by The Root as one of the best nonfiction books by Black authors in 2015. The memoir was also listed as an Indiefab Book of the Year 2015 finalist in the autobiography/memoir category and named a finalist for the Library of Virginia People's Choice Award for nonfiction.An outspoken advocate for survivors of military sexual trauma, Carter has published personal essays on the topic, as well as poverty and domestic violence, in several publications and has presented talks, lectures, and workshops at organizations including the KGB Literary Bar, Girls Write Now, The Women's Initiative and West Point Military Academy. Most recently, Carter served as a panelist on military sexual trauma and presented to Denis McDonough, secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.Carter is also an award-winning educator having recently been awarded the Academic Excellence Award for an outstanding faculty member from Hampton University.SUE SAYS"Laurie grew up in Portsmouth Va in a community where she witnessed abuse, crime, drugs and fractured families on a regular basis. As she sat in her bedroom as a young girl dreaming of a different life for herself, she discovered a love of language and reading. While it can take a lifetime to heal from abuse, the very act of leaning into our vision and interests can lead us down paths we never could have imagined."Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-to-watch-r/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to High Tower Ministries “Testimony Tuesdays” with Bill and Cara! We are so glad you are joining us for this power time in the Lord's presence. Our guests today will be sharing an incredible testimony of the Miracle Healing Power of The Lord Jesus Christ. Pastor Steve and Evangelist Francine Peacock are joining us from Portsmouth Virginia to Give Glory to God, and to raise faith in the hearts of our viewers. So, get ready to be blessed!  Share this broadcast with your friends and get ready to experience the unlimited power of God! Get connected with us and watch “Greater Glory” on the High Tower Ministries, Int. Facebook Page! Sundays at 9 AM & 7 PM and Wednesdays at 7 PM for inspiring messages that will raise your faith and grow you in the Word! Don't miss a message, Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HighTowerMinistry.org Bookings/ Churches / Conferences: Bookings@HighTowerMinistry.org  Individual Prayer Requests: PrayerRequests@HighTowerMinistry.org Subscribe to YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_s14njTA8GQ5oBFb4Zs_uA/featured High Tower Ministries Podcasts: High Tower Ministries Podcast with Bill & Cara Nordeen on Apple Podcasts Get Connected Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HighTowerMinistry.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hightowerministries_usa/ FREE DOWNLOAD / Website: www.HighTowerMinistry.org   Unlocking Glory and the Unlocking Glory Study Guide are available on our website (signed copy with free shipping within the US). Also available on Amazon and Barnes and Nobles.

We began 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting with a message focused on praying for our neighbors. This week Pastor Marc challeneges us to prayer walk our community as we pray and fast. Check out our Youtube Channel here Follow Restore on Facebook here To support Restore and help us reach more people with the gospel click here:  Give Online Visit our website for more information about the church: restore.church 

Ever Wonder Why? is a series of messages focused on hard topics we might wonder about, but aren't brave enough to ask out loud.  Check out our Youtube Channel here Follow Restore on Facebook here To support Restore and help us reach more people with the gospel click here:  Give Online

Music NFTs are all the rage as of late. Entering the mix is Young M.A, who dropped a capsule on April 19. But in true Young M.A fashion, she took a different approach to her first-ever NFT project.For one, each NFT is only $20, making it widely accessible to her diehard fanbase. That's a departure from most artists-focused NFTs that are on the pricier side due to their limitedness. In total, Young M.A dropped five NFT collections with 250 editions in each — for a total of 1,250. Each of the five collections represents key moments in Young M.A's career. From first going viral with her Brooklyn Chiraq freestyle to the smashing success of “OOOUUU” and other highlights. Moreover, the capsule is exclusive to new NFT marketplace Serenade. The platform prides itself on being eco-friendly in an industry widely criticized for its energy consumption. The NFT collection is just one way Young M.A is staying connected to her fans these days. She's also on tour and has continued to invest in non-music products like her adult toy line. Here's everything we covered in this episode:[0:00] Seeing where things go[2:45] Purpose Behind Young M.A's NFT Drop[9:29] Surprising Price Point For Young M.A's NFT Capsule[10:14] Young M.A Has Hesitations About The Drop (Honest Talk) [12:32] Prioritizing Long-Term Impact With Business Ventures[12:55] Young M.A's Relationship With Fame[15:37] How Young M.A Approaches Non-Music Business Ventures[20:10] Partnering With Serenade For The NFT Drop[23:22] Keeping Up With Web 3.0 & Music Industry [28:00] Young M.A Understands Her Place In The IndustryListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | SoundCloud | Stitcher | Overcast | Amazon | Google Podcasts | Pocket Casts | RSSHost: Dan Runcie, @RuncieDan, trapital.coGuests: Young M.A, @youngma, serenade.co/@youngma Trapital is home for the business of hip-hop. Gain the latest insights from hip-hop's biggest players by reading Trapital's free weekly memo. Transcript________________Young M.A  00:00When it comes to business, you might not always know. You can't always say you know people. Even if you research them, no matter what the situation is, sometimes things might not work for you. You know what I mean? So you just look more to it. And you see how it goes as it goes. I mean, seeing business situations I handled in the past, some things didn't go right. Some things went right, you know, and it's just like with them. I feel good, you know? And it was like, let's go, let's see where it goes. Let's take these events and take risks. Dan Runcie  00:31Hey, welcome to the Trapital podcast. I'm your host and the founder of Trapital, Dan Runcie. This podcast is your place to gain insights from executives in music, media, entertainment, and more, who are taking hip hop culture to the next level.  Today's guest is Young M.A. You may know her for her hits like BROOKLYN (Chiraq), OOOUUU, and plenty others that helped her go six times platinum. I knew this was going to be a good interview because, the moment that I logged on to the chat, Young M.A was already in there. And her first words were "took you long enough." And that's what I knew that we're in for a good one. Young M.A came on the Trapital podcast because she just had an NF T drop for her latest single Aye Day Pay Day. And she did it as a series of stories throughout her career. And she launched her NFTs different than most artists do. As I've written and talked about on this podcast, people have looked at NFTs as a way to monetize and make a lot of money from being able to sell high-end products as collectibles. But Young M.A is going about in a different way. She only has 250 drops for each of the five NFTs in this collection. And she's only selling them for $20. That's it. So we talked about the decision, how she's approached this, and why she made the decision that she has. And I think a lot of this ties into her mentality. As an artist, Young M.A is one of the more strong proponents of being an independent artist and what that means. And we talked about how this relates to how she looks at record labels and a lot of the deals that she's turned down. And we also talked about some of      Young M.A's investments too. She's invested in a bunch of different areas. So we talked about that. We also talked about some of the other trends happening in this music industry, how she keeps up with everything, how her team is structured, and a whole lot more. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Here's my chat with Young M.A. All right, today, we're joined by the one and only Young M.A, who has a big drop for us today. She is launching an NFT. And I'm excited and I want to hear more. So break it down. Why was now the time for you to make this drop happen?Young M.A  02:45I see. You know, I'm the same person. I don't, I don't talk all that extra “Aaah.”  I keep it real. The big one since A1.  You know what I mean? I honestly didn't know too much about it, you know what I mean? I used to see it every now and then. And I didn't understand what it was because I'm the type of person like, like, if it don't make sense to me at the moment of me seeing it, I'm just not going to pay attention. I don't see interest into things that everybody else see interesting, too, you know what I mean? So that was literally the case. But I didn't see it casually and then once my team brought it to my attention, it was like, oh, okay, I know what you're talking about, you know what I mean? Like, I've seen, so I'm guessing this is like the new way of things, new wave of things, or whatever. So focusing my attention, you know, just basically gave me the intellect of it, the background of it, detail and everything like that. Somehow, Okay, okay, no, still not understanding it too much. But you know, kind of intrigued into it. And they kind of like broke it down. So I was like, Yo, give me a little more like pinpoint, because like, I do want to understand this situation, because it'd be something that's going to be longevity, and something's that's gonna help, you know, long term future-wise. And it's like, one of the new way that's coming in, you know, why not, you know, at least, you know, check it out. So we talked more about it, had a meeting, and, and we came up with kind of like I did. So once they broke down the ideas to me of like, what's, like, the meaning of it. And also like, what I would do if I do it. And then it become a more of understanding that was like, Okay, now I can go, you know what I mean? It's not just like, like anything we ever did before. Like, it's not like, it's, like, we did but like more digital, you know what I mean? It's like what we did but digital, in a different sense. So I'm like, okay, I get it now. So once I got that understanding, there's like, I got more intrigued, and I was like, let's go. You know, I'm the type of person, like, I'd take risks. I don't believe in like, No, I gotta, I gotta be the see it to believe it type person, like, I got to see. You know, even if I got to take that risk. I had taken risk all my life, so now I was like, I want to take this risk of, a new risk of taking risk. Let's take this risk. So we got to to it on, whatever the case, got involved with a team or whatever. And we came to a point where it was like, alright, if I'm going to do this, you already know my vibe. Not going to do it on nobody else's terms and circumstances and shit like that. Like, I know how it moves. So me understanding that this is how it goes about, let's go into a route where it's going to make, make sense for me. That's always been my, my way of grinding since I came up. Anything that I've ever done always went in a sense of how I had to do, so on and, you know, still be independent, of course. So we came up with this, all my team came up with this plan of like just creating like a timeline of, like, when I first started. Literally from the ground up, like... I wouldn't say the ground up because literally I started from the ground like, like, probably like 19 years old. For like far as like when social media and stuff like that really came into play as far as music, we wanted to start from there and we started from like my first freestyling, like, went viral, BROOKLYN (Chiraq Freestyle), you know what I mean?  When Facebook was like one of the hottest things ever, at the time, like Instagram was still hot. Cool. Instagram was hot but like, Facebook was one of the places where you want to go viral before you went viral on Instagram. Before... I came from them. I mean, SoundCloud, before there was SoundCloud rappers, I was on SoundCloud, you know what I mean? So like, we really wanted to bring that world into, like, just my supporters and my fan base. So it's really not too much about trying to sell this. It's more so about trying to give back to my supporters. In a way now that I understand that NF T is a way of them making money by just putting one investment into me, after like years of investment you will put into me, this is your way of making money, just like that? Come on, man. You know, I mean, like of course, I'm gonna jump into that. But of course, I still need to know more detail into it or whatever the case. So as time goes on, we come up with the details, we like, let's pinpoint the biggest times on your career. Chiraq Freestyle go viral. Boom. Years later, everybody knows, a lot of being on all these like big radio stations. Hot 97. after that and we went viral. On this... She started doing shows in Connecticut and Tri-state areas. You know what I mean? Like, I'm starting to do these type of things. Now my come up is coming up. Now OOOUUU come out, boom, because they like we need a club record. Boom, come with them. Exactly. I gotcha, you know what I mean? Like boom, OOOUUU, come out. Now that's became the biggest break now. Now, I'm crossing other into the industry. Another, you know, milestone in my career. We go from that, boom. And now we go into Petty Wap. It is a lot. So like, that's basically the timeline. Like there's so much that I did in between each time that could really count. But it's like, when you pinpoint, like, literally, like, the bowstones of everything. So like, that's what the NFT is really about, it was creating and like, like, you know, the longevity and what could create from each individual situation that you might not never know, that might develop as you go, you know what I mean? So that's what I feel like my NFT should be about. I don't know what everybody else is doing and shit about. Like, I heard about the research, I heard about, you know, people's, like, unreleased stuff. Of course, like I do unreleased music, or unreleased merch or unreleased things and shit like that. Of course, you get the exclusive. But to me, like, my NFTs, they have to, like gravitate to something close to me. It made my supporters understand that it's still me. It's not about just, yeah, having new stuff that nobody got. No, it's still connecting with you all. At the end of the day, I look at this. I don't know, I don't look at this for money. Like, I don't know, I don't know where people mine that or whatever. As humans, whatever the case, and they only be... But like me, as a artists. I always had this mindset. I treat my supporters as my family, for, like, this my way of, like, giving back. It's like me getting a platinum plaque. And seeing that I went platinum again. Like just, like it just, like I feel so good about just having that platinum plaque as another accomplishment. There's no one that I'm doing what I'm doing. So like for them to have something valuable, 250 out of millions, billions, and trillions of people in this world. You got that? Like, that's what matters to me. I don't know about that money stuff, bro. Okay, so that's what I'm trying to say.Dan Runcie  08:51Yeah. Was it tough to limit the amount because it's only 250 people for each of the drops, and you got a lot of...Young M.A  08:52Exactly. Dan Runcie  08:54...Young M.A fans out there. Was it tough to limit it?Young M.A  08:59Yeah, that's basically the case. Like, I'm still trying to figure it out. Like once it dropped and I see like how things go about, I just want to see the reaction. Like, I'm not even looking into like, like, I know the money aspects of things. And if you want to talk money, but, like, my benefit from it is more so like seeing what they value from it, you know what I mean? Like...Dan Runcie  09:20Yeah, let's talk the money piece of it first, just to get that out of the way. So you got 250 of volume. And of course, the goal is to sell out, how much are they? And are they different prices for each of the five different ones? Young M.A  09:29No, they're $20. Dan Runcie  09:31And see that's important because I think most people that do drops like this, if you only have a limited amount, they think it's going to be thousands of dollars, right? But you're like, so essentially it's like a first come first whoever gets it first, right? Young M.A  09:42Yeah, $20, $20. I feel like, you know, like my supporters.  If you could buy merch, I mean my merch is more $20, oh there you go. If my merch is, like, more than $20, or you could buy a ticket to come see me, my whole package, meet and greets, all that, it should be like a bucket of change. If you can spend $20 just have an NFT of me and make money off it, like, I don't know what to say, you know, like, I'm not a...  I just feel like, you know, like, we take risks, we take risks.Dan Runcie  10:08Do you feel like this was a big risk for you though? Because I feel like it's a slam dunk. I mean, you know that you got the fans that are going to want it. Young M.A  10:14Yeah, I mean, I don't look at it like a slam dunk, though. I don't know why. And that's just me being honest. I don't know why, like, I don't know, if it's just not in my heart to like, I don't really look at money value. I don't know. There's just something, I don't know. It's just something in my heart that just never been that person. Like, of course, I'm going to make money. Yes, I had to make money to survive. But my intent into going into things be more deeper than people ever think. Like, I really think deeper into things, like I have to understand. Because if I don't understand something 100%, like, what this NFT, I'm gonna keep it G. I don't know 100% about it. I do know enough. But I don't know 100%. And when I don't know, 100%+, about something. I'm not going to never put my trust into it. 100%. I'm going put my trust into how much I understand. So my trust is how much I understand per say, right? You know what I mean? And I just want to see how my supporters feel and what's gonna make them happy. If it ain't making them happy, I want to do it. And that's real, bro.Dan Runcie  11:13Oh, yeah. And I think the good thing with it, too, you have other exclusive perks lined up. If someone collects all five of them, then you invite them to certain things, and you know fans are always going to appreciate that. And I feel like this also taps into how you run your game in the industry from since you've been in this, you know, because you were always more about longevity. You were always more about the money. That is how you approach any deal that came through or you weren't trying to approach it with a bag. It wasn't about the bag, it had to be more than that.Young M.A  11:42Yeah, I had to always be more. I've been sitting in so many record labels... I fell asleep in one, I ain't going to say which label. I'm not going to say which one. But I literally lay my head on the table because they just said everything everybody else said and I don't have none of these labels. I don't. I just felt like it just wasn't, it wasn't in my league. You know what I mean? So I didn't want to tap into, some certain people I didn't want to sign to. I just felt like independent was my best move, because I just understood me. Like it was just more so, like. the industry wasn't about money to me. It wasn't about that. It was more so about understanding me as an artist, and how I express myself, and who I am. You all don't know me. You all don't know. You don't know. So you all can't tell me, which I can do for me. All you have to tell me what it is I can do for y'all that will do for me. But it won't do for me. Dan Runcie  12:31Right.Young M.A  12:32You know what I'm saying? So like, I'd rather move slow-paced than fast-paced. Just to get a quick dollar? No, like, like, I love the position I'm it. Like, I don't like that fast life. I don't even like the fame. I don't. I just love my supporters. I love when I go on stage. I love when I got to handle my business, when I got to handle my business. You know what I mean? And just like, just enjoying life, as long as my family's taken care of. That's all I care about, like all that fast-paced stuff and all that stuff like that. Like, I don't need it. It's fun when it's fun, like I can have those moments. I can go on a boat. I'm going on a yacht. I can drive a fast car. I can drive them... And it's just like, Okay, now like, I'm going to... I go to club, I can go...Dan Runcie  13:11Let's talk about relationship with fame. Because I feel like that's an interesting point, right? Like you would have the moment after, what is, Chiraq Freestyle or even after OOOUUU when things blew up. Now you're a few years past that. Do you feel like, the way things are right now, you're in a pretty good spot where, you know, I feel like the level of fame I have is in line with where I am comfortable, or do you still feel like no, no, I wish I was less famous than this.Young M.A  13:37No, actually, I think I'm in a comfortable spot. Because even when sometimes, like now, like I noticed, like, of course, I get bored. You know, sometimes you get bored. You know, that's just normal human being stuff. But you'll get bored. So you want to go out. And then sometimes I'll go out. And they'd be like, like, this is so normal. Like, I just be seeing guys. It's just everybody just acting... Like, man, been there, done that. And it's just like, so, it's just so common. It's like sometimes, like it'd be certain moments that feel good. It's like, this is the time to celebrate, like it's like accomplishment to me now more so than just going out for fun, like random and stuff like that. You know what I mean? Now it was more so like if we go out we have a good time, it's because we just, we just, you know, dropped the check or something. You know what I mean? Are we just invested in something, you know, we just got this or we got that. Like that celebration to me more is now more of a celebration and more fun to me now. All of just like randomly going out stuff to me is like. it's cool, but it's like, it's not as exciting. And I'm going to say that and that's just me being honest. Like, I can say it's me getting older but I can just say it's really me just probably, it's just, something that I always had in me. Like, even when I used to, like go out when the phase first happened, with OOOUUU and all that. It was fun, but I still wasn't like dramatic about it. Like I was never like that, Oh yeah, I'm happy to be in clubs, like, it was just like enjoying the moment I guess. Like, it was like one of the... Cool, cool, but I still wasn't like extra, like, I never got in trouble. I never went, you know what I mean? I never went crazy. You know, I still kept my composure even when having that much success and fame at the very moment. So like, even now that I've been there, done that, it's like, I'd be looking around at people and I'll just be like, damn, I understand. But like, to me, like, it's like, I can leave right now and be okay. You know? And that's where my mind and like, I'm automatically thinking like, damn, so tomorrow, I need to figure out, like, what next business move... And that's really when my mind be like, all day running like that. And that's just really how I be like.Dan Runcie  15:37Let's take a quick break to hear a word from this week's sponsor. Yeah, I feel like with you especially, you mentioned the investment piece. What does that piece of your business look like? What are some of the investment opportunities you've looked at? And how do you evaluate them?Young M.A  15:38Well, I can't tell you too much. So I'm going to shhh on that. But what I am, into I'm not going to tell you what I'm...Dan Runcie  15:55You're going to give us something public though?Young M.A  15:57So right now I got the, of course, the NFT and then I got the sex toy line that a lot of people, I mean, they aware of it but like, you know, just to get more aware in, you know, when we have these interviews. I have a sex toy line being that people want to talk about my strap, like I use things to my advantage. That just makes sense. Like, you got to talk about me, you're going to walk about me, you know what I mean? So like, I got the sex toy line that I originally created in collab with Doc Johnson, which is a big sex company located, like, based in LA, or whatever the case and, like, they just known, like, everywhere, like, they're literally like a big ass company. And we had like a meeting, went probably like three years ago. And we locked out with them and I came up with this own, my own sex toy line called Play Nyce, called Play Nyce. N-Y-C, so N-Y-C-E, so that's Play Nyce with a Y. That's why... With a Y. I just placed everything in one and NYC. I always do that. Like, even with my chains like this is Young M.A but it looked like the Loki symbol. You know, I always put anything when it comes to, like, where I'm from, what I'm based on, everything, just as long as it what makes sense. But like, yeah, we came up with that. So like, it's like a whole starter kit of sex toys and like, you know, strap-ons, and stuff like that. And even cleaning your strap-ons or whatever. So when they can't, you know, get pleased by whoever they want to get pleased by, they please they self. And then I also got the vibrators as well, because a lot of women are using vibrators now, and that's also by Play Nyce but it's called Power Play. Because there's a lot of power and it plays with that... And that's just, you know what I'm saying? And you know, I got a lot of, like, lot of positive comments back from that Power Play right there. And a lot of women use vibrators. And it's, like, so many different styles, they've been telling me about. So I've been doing my research and trying to get to it. So like, I just started off with that. So I'm gonna get more in tune with that, because that's literally like, a way for women, and I love women. So that's always going to work for me. So I'm definitely locking in with that, like, continuously. So that's just been in the works on that. So my website is shopyoungma. Everything is on shopyoungma.com. And then I got the PSD collaboration as well with my boxers. So we got like different, like, styles of boxers. like women's booty short-type boxers, and they got the men's boxers. Well, briefs, boxer briefs, like locked and tight. And then they got the women's sports bras. We actually got like all my designs and stuff like that. So we've been locked in with PTSD so make sure you all check that out as well. So it's basically underwear. And also Nyak. Nyak is my liquor brand that I've been associated with. They also had their own company, but they brought me a part of it with my own VSOP bottle. So I get my benefits from my actual own bottle which is all red. This is brown, is a brown label, is called Nyak, N-Y-A-K, you know what I mean? And mine's an all-red bottle, same thing, Nyak. But my actual, like, logo was on the bottle so you know it's mine, it's all red. And so I've been like, you know what I mean, doing little entrepreneur stuff, and then we got more stuff too, but you know, I'm just going keep quiet and not tell you.Dan Runcie  19:02No, I hear that. Well, I appreciate you sharing those though. And the sex toys and the adult toys in general. I feel like that lines up with some of the stuff you've done before. I know you've directed adult films before so I feel like you've been in this space.Young M.A  19:16Yeah, yeah. Exactly. And that's why it was perfect to actually release that because it wasn't coming from left field, you know what I mean, when that first came out. It was like a lot of people was like oh... Like, Young M.A on porn? So that literally became like a token discussion or whatever, so then it was like perfect timing because it's like, so now you're all talking about this, I see you're always talking about my strap, I was like, let's bridge the gap. There you go. So now I'm making money from you all. Hello. From not even from just y'all, from the people that... You know what I mean, like girl, or a man, I don't even care. It don't matter.Dan Runcie  19:51Yeah, so I feel like that lines up, too, and even back to the first piece. I know you've got the partnership here with Serenade for the NFT drop itself and... what does that relationship like? And I guess, first, what was it that made you want to partner with them on this? And then what does the relationship look like with them moving forward?Young M.A  20:10I ain't going to lie... I believe they didn't know too much about, you know what I mean? Like, I just know, once, you know, I really got the confirmation that they was, you know, more so equal, friendly, equal, friendly more than anything, and that's a big plus, in itself. Why do we want to establish more of a relationship with them? You know what I mean, after this NFT drop, and that's what kind of what we've been planning. You know what I mean? Like, I'm more so like an observant person, like, once I meet you, I understand. He was like, okay, cool. So once I met them, and it's like, okay, you know what I mean, we can move forward. If things don't go right then things don't go, right. That's just in the business. And so you know, what I mean, I'm not giving nobody the highest benefits of anything, you know, I'm not saying this person is so, so good. No, but they definitely good people to work with. And it's different discussions, different people. And I decided, you known what I mean, just to see where it go. Like we said, we'll take risks in life, see where it goes, I don't think they bad people. We're going to see where it goes. I'm still learning about this NFT more and more, and I just want to see where it goes. And that's was just pretty much that, you know what I mean? Too much to go into detail but I appreciate them for even giving me the opportunity. You know what I mean? They definitely looked out a lot, you know what I mean? a lot. And I could tell they have a lot of hustle and motivation to put forward into my NFT. So that's one of the reasons to as to why we work with them. Because I really feel like intuition with certain people and just having to understand, like, when it comes to business, you might not always know. You can't always say you know people. Even if you research them, no matter what the situation is, sometimes things might not work for you. You know what I mean? So you just look more to it. And you see how it go as it goes. I mean, seeing business situations I handled in the past, some things didn't go right. Some things went right, you know, and it's just like with them. I feel good, you know? And it was like, let's go, let's see where it goes. Let's take these events and take risks. Dan Runcie  21:52Yeah, it makes me think of two things. One, with Serenade, their eco-friendly pitch stuck out to me, too, just because a lot of people don't talk about how much energy is burned when people are either making NFTs or doing things related to gas fees, or any of this stuff like, it's a lot. Well, I'm glad that they're pushing that piece of it. And then, two, what I like about this for you, as well, is I've seen a lot of these times where new platforms or newer platforms will pitch themselves to a popular artist that has a fan base and then if they're able to grow with it, then that obviously attracts more and more artists, and then the artist gets a bit of that influence sort of help push this and they become, in many ways, one of the faces to push that brand through, especially if things continue to grow.Young M.A  22:36Right. Exactly. So like it's just understandable. Like, some, some, some people, you know, you got to get it like, that's why I said, like, I'm learning more about this, this, this, this whole company, this whole NFT thing, this whole new dispersion of just this new, new elevation of life, you know, and the evolution of life. And that's what I'm getting at. And I just want people to just... I want people to put the same kind of risk into and just had that understanding and learn more because like it's going... no matter what we do. We know we want to be so old school as much as possible. We're like, you know, you can still hold on to that like, Oh, no to the... But like, you still got to make sure you had...Dan Runcie  23:15Right. How do you keep up with all of it? I mean, every week, I feel like there's something new happening with Web 3.0 or that Metaverse.Young M.A  23:22Right, me too. I feel like... I feel like damn, wait, what's this right here? Like, I ain't going to lie, like, I ain't going to lie. It is hard to keep up with. I mean, I'm getting it, you know. I feel like I don't got to force it, too? You know, I don't always feel like I have to force it. Like, I'm the type of person, I will catch up with yo ass. I'm not running around, laps around, you know what I mean? Like, if you're already ahead, I'm like, alright, alright. I'm observing. I'm like that turtle, you know what I mean? Chasing the rabbit? Dan Runcie  23:50Yep. Yep. Young M.A  23:51You know, I mean, yeah, so...Dan Runcie  23:53Yeah, that's the thing. We're still in the early days with this, too. I think that's what people forget, I get it. Everyone wants to jump at the newest thing of the opportunity that's there. But we're still figuring a lot out about how so much of this is gonna shake out. And I feel like the way you're doing it is right. It's not like you're saying, No, I don't fully understand. But alright, if I get this enough to at least test this out, no different than a startup, just put it at initial product. Let's see how this works. All right. And we learned and then we continue to tweak.Young M.A  24:22Exactly, you know what I mean? You just learn as you go. That's how I look at life, you learn as you go. I mean, some things may not work for you, something will. You never know. Like, even if it don't, it may be something that makes you do something that changed something. You know what I mean? You might retreat something. You don't know where this is going to lead you. Everybody could be entrepreneurs. Anybody could just be what they could be, you know what I mean?  And that's just way of...Dan Runcie  24:44Yeah, for sure. Young M.A  24:45Yeah.Dan Runcie  24:45If anything, now, there's probably getting even more, with people reaching out about different opportunities. It's like you're picking your spots, right? And kind of with how you structured your career, I bet that you say no a lot, even if it's outside of the record labels or anyone else, just because there's only so much that you want to focus on. And there's only so much that you can do. So if you're saying yes to something that means it's definitely crossed at some level where it's like, no, this is worth our time. And we think that this is worth the potential benefit of what it could do for our fans and for us.Young M.A  25:17Yeah, me and my team, we family. You know what I mean? They consider me like a boss, but I don't consider that. I just consider us all, you know, just everybody working in this spots, in place, of course, I'm the yay or the nay... I mean, if I want to do it, I won't do it. If I want to do it, I'm going to do it. And there's that. But other than that, like that's what I said, I don't, I don't need a hundred people... As long as I got the right people and the right positions. That's all. That's all about relationships, man. It's all about relationships, whatever relationship you decide to, you know, what I mean, you keep or whatever you feel like is right for you, go about that. Other than that, like, I always know, like, I will avoid certain things. People look at something like glamor... and think that's just it all the time because they want to keep a certain relationship. But like, I don't think nothing's wrong with it. Don't get me wrong, but like, I don't have the kiss nobody else. Like, it ain't that I don't want to I'm not just a mean person, just like, I still always stand like firm to my ground. Like, I always stand firm to like, certain things, I believe in certain things on this day. When I see through somebody and I see bullshit, I will literally like just leave you alone, like there's no talking about that. And I don't have to go against you. I don't have to be mad, or will be angry. I got to be aggressive? No, Just like... And we go about our business. And it's just about that, you know what I mean? Like, I see when one person act towards this person this certain way and this person acts towards this person a certain way. I see those type of vibes. And when I see those type of vibes, I just don't look at you genuinely. You know what I mean? So, I know when somebody... And that's how I move with you, I move with you the same way you're probably moving. And that's just that, you know I mean? That's how I just, you know what I mean, like, I just understand this game and all that that's why I don't really play too much part into things like, I got a lot of people associated with in this industry that a lot of friends and then they got people that... but that's just a game. And I understood that a long time ago.Dan Runcie  27:02Right. And I feel like with how you've built this, what it ties back to you for me is you have a very clear understanding of who you are and what you want out of this game. And because of that, it helps you make better decisions and helps you not have that fear of missing out that other people do and you can be like No, like we're focused on what we're doing. And I think that's what hurts so many artists because so many artists get frustrated that they're not doing what that 1% of people are doing, they're not doing that thing and I think that mentality can all always just set you up for not feeling fulfilled or not feeling like you're doing enough. But you were able to have a pretty even perspective with that. Do you feel like you always had that? Or do you feel like that's something that you just became better with navigating over your career?Young M.A  27:48No, I always had that. Because if I didn't, I would have been so.Dan Runcie  27:51Yeah, yeah. Well, the thing is, though, you did say that there were times where you did go back and forth and you at least considered whether you should or not, right?Young M.A  28:00No, I had meeting yes, I have meetings of course. I had meetings. I wasn't, it wasn't that I wasn't I never going to give nobody a chance. I wasn't like... that's what I'm trying to say. I'm not against it. I'm not against it. I'm never against nothing. I've never against nothing. It's just like, I give things the actual opportunity. I'm a type of person, like, if I know for sure, for sure that it is not right, then, of course, it's clear. I already know. Because I know, because I know. But other than that, if I don't know, and I'm like, alright, let me just, at least, even if I have an intuition, I'm going to still go try. And if I'm right, then I'm right. If I'm wrong then damn, you know what I mean? Change my mind, you know, and I go from there. Like, that's just how I look at it. You know what I mean? Like, I'm not against nothing. I'm never against nothing. It's just more so like, I want nobody to feel like I'm like, against, like, what people will do or how they do it, or... Anybody can do how they want to do what they want to do when they want to do. Me, I'm just the type of person where I observe, you know what I mean? I go about it how I go about it. I want nobody to feel like I'm like, this person where I'm just happy-go-lucky, then. You know what I mean? You feel like, oh, yeah, we got to have it. Because that's how people come into it. Like these little young boys, young kids. They're so happy to have opportunity but they don't read between the lines, you know what I mean? And that's what it means. And I mean, always you have a lawyer and always you had somebody, a guardian beside you, you know, always you have somebody to understand, or you might have been people, enough people might just be really just trying to take advantage of you the whole time. You know what I mean? So like, I just don't trust nothing. Even if next to me, you won't don't got to be across the table. You could be next to me and I still don't... So like, that's just how I've always have moved, like, I always move like make sure I'll protect me. You know what I mean? Like, you can say you're for me. I will hear that. But I mean, I got to believe, right?Dan Runcie  29:46No, that's real. That's not real. And I mean, I appreciate you for sharing the insights here. I feel like a lot of people have looked up to you and appreciated how you run your career and I feel like this drop, this NFT job specifically, it's just that next evolution that ties back to everything you've been doing, so before we let you go, is there anything else you want to plug or you want to let the Trapital audience to know about?Young M.A  30:06Yeah, just know we're going on tour, man. April 23. We're in VA, Portsmouth, VA. . Portsmouth Virginia. It's at the 420ish, it's called the 420ish Festival. Make sure you have... that's where you start. And then I think we're in Cincinnati after that. 26 and then 27, I think the tour will be in Mesa, so we'll be able to on tour for a month. Off The Yak tour. Yeah, so that's pretty much, NFT about to drop. New music be here soon, I can't, I don't really know if we should. I'm going throw that in the air real quick...Dan Runcie  30:37Yeah. Because I was gonna say I thought you got a song lined up with the NFT drop, right?Young M.A  30:39Oh, yeah. Aye Day Pay Day. Dan Runcie  30:40Yeah.Young M.A  30:40Aye Day Pay Day. That's right, Aye Day Pay Day, y'all. Aye Day Pay Day.Dan Runcie  30:46I know, I was gonna say we can't let the interview cut if you don't mention the song. But Young M.A, this is great. I appreciate you coming on.Young M.A  30:52Thank you both. I appreciate it you guys.Dan Runcie  30:56If you enjoyed this podcast, go ahead and share with a friend. 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The incredible Dr. Bill Pettit joins Wyn & Kate this week for a chat! Among many things, he delves into his life experience in the world of psychology before finding Sydney Banks and the Three Principles work, and then how this discovery changed him as well as his work forever.  From Mr. Banks, Bill began to see what lies behind all of life…pure love and understanding…and how we are all part of that divine energy.  He also talks about the 4 lessons that, if all children learned at a young age, might change the world as we know it.  Bill shares his vast knowledge of how he has seen for himself over the last 38 years the impact of the Principles, and what they can teach us about our own innate mental health.   Articles Mentioned: Psychiatry's Pursuit of Euthymia: Another Wild Goose Chase or an Opportunity for Principle-Based Facilitation A New "Inside-Out" Perspective on General Factor P   Dr. Pettit's Bio & Contact Info: bill@thedrspettit.com William F. Pettit Jr., M.D., is co-owner with his wife, Dr. Linda Pettit of 3 Principles Intervention LLC. Dr. Pettit has presented the Three Universal Principles of Mind, Consciousness and Thought as the essence of his psychiatric practice since 1983. Since June, 2017 Dr. Pettit have lived in Phoenix Arizona. Dr. Pettit retired from clinical psychiatry in December of 2018. He presently serves as a Three Principles mentor on a full time basis. He enjoys mentoring individuals, groups and organizations, nationally and internationally. Moved by what he has witnessed since meeting Sydney Banks in 1983, Dr. Pettit is creating online courses sharing what he has seen. As a graduate of Creighton University, Omaha, NE and the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL, Dr. Pettit completed his psychiatric residency at the Philadelphia Naval Regional Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA and Portsmouth Naval Regional Medical Center in Portsmouth VA. He is board-certified in Psychiatry, and has been previously certified in Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychosomatic Medicine and Addiction Medicine. Dr. Pettit served as a physician in the United States Navy for over 9 years, including 3 years as a Navy Flight Surgeon and 3 years as Chief of Psychiatry of the Navy Nuclear Submarine base at Groton, Connecticut. Presently, Dr. Pettit holds an appointment as Adjunct Clinical Professor at Creighton University School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry where he presently serves on the Diversity and Inclusion subcommittee on the Phoenix Arizona campus. He also serves as Adjunct Clinical Professor at Michigan State University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Pettit was a consultant to West Virginia University School of Medicine from 1998, until he became a full-time faculty member in 2002. While there, he achieved appointment as Associate Professor of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry and was the Medical Director of the Sydney Banks Institute. During his time at WVU, Dr. Pettit was the lead author on a book chapter “Adverse Cardiovascular Effects of Centrally-Acting Psychiatric Medications”, Cardiovascular Toxicology, 4th Edition, published 2008 by Taylor and Francis, London, and New York. Pettit, W.F., Mishra, M.D., Finkel, M.S., (2008) In addition, Dr. Pettit had previously held an appointment as Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Des Moines, Iowa Osteopathic School of Medicine and taught as an Adjunct Professor at Sienna Heights University.   Dr. Pettit is a recognized educator in the Three Principles Understanding and has presented at many national and international conferences and consulted to numerous clients and organizations both nationally and internationally.  He has co-authored a paper Only One Generic Mental Illness: A Psycho-Spiritual Explanation of General Factor p and Its Application to Spiritually-Informed Clinical Practice which was published by Spiritual Psychology and Counseling in June 2021.   Dr. Pettit, has created multiple online Courses under the series title of One Cause: One Cure: Course #1 Exploring the Mind brain body behavior Connection – Understanding Universal Principles Changes Everything. Course #2 Defining, Recognizing, and Awakening Mental Health and Well Being: Seeing Universal Principles Brings Fresh Hope. Course #3 Hope for Helpers: Less Stress, More Joy     If you have any questions or comments for Wyn or Kate, please email us! Also, if you have a topic or question that you would like us to chat about, please reach out!  We'd love to hear it! wyn@wynning.co.uk kate@katerobertscoaching.com

Jordan, Launa, and Dai Dai chop it up with fellow Lemon Pepper & Sazón Comedy group member, artist, and improviser of many talents (and many names), Troy Vincent from Portsmouth Virginia about the stereotypes faced being a black person in the white-dominated field of improv comedy. 

Jordan, Launa, and Dai Dai chop it up with fellow Lemon Pepper & Sazón Comedy group member, artist, and improviser of many talents (and many names), Troy Vincent from Portsmouth Virginia. 

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Mary Hazward Fernandez – Community activist in Portsmouth Virginia, Sales Director – Mary Kay Global   https://www.businessdevelopmentbywohi...​ Community activism comes from her parent’s involvement.  As an adult, she yet resides and serves in her beloved community. Through her organization, Women of Help and Influence, she aids women in gaining courage and confidence to start their journey. The life of an activist includes formal preparation (LEPCO – a certified city leadership program instructing what the city offers and the difference residents can make) Activists stay in tune with city and state policies, movement and Mary chose to serve as President of a Chamber that covered a family of 5 cities in the Portsmouth, Va. Area. When Walmart was to come to her community, her group Midtown Business Association become visible to the company, and Walmart chose Mary’s group to visit the main office. Walmart’s way of showing the group how the company operates, thinks, its vision, and value. Per Walmart’s request, Mary chose to become project manager, with her team, write a grant to spotlight businesses in the community that could use help position themselves for success.  Mission accomplished! Mary and her team received the grant monies.

Rolando Lamb is a VCU Hall of Fame basketball player, Coach, pastor, and motivational speaker. In our conversation we discuss Rolando's upbringing in Portsmouth VA, the attention he received in high school as a result of being an athletic phenom, his career at VCU, getting drafted to the NBA, and how he has kept basketball in his life ever since.   We hear about some of the characters he interacted with on and off the court, including teammate and former podcast guest Calvin Duncan. Calvin and Rolando were named one of the top 5 backcourts in the nation during their prime, and they remain loyal friends to this day. Finally, Rolando tells us about his work with Faith and Family church in Richmond, and his work as a motivational speaker. 

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My guest today is my good friend Jamar Gordon. Jamar Gordon is the newly appointed Vice President of Brokerage Services at Metro Commercial, and a new father to a beautiful 5-month-old baby girl. In this episode, Jamar shares his journey from the projects of Portsmouth Virginia, in and out of juvenile correction facilities to Vice President of Brokerage Services at one of the top Commercial Real Estate Firms.

RadioPublic|LibSyn|YouTube|Patreon|Square Cash (Share code: Send $5, get $5!) Hmm-Lliiiiiivvvve! David  Waldman welcomes KITM’s regular, yet special, Tuesday guest Joan McCarter to discuss the important things happening and not happening today. Donald Trump, who was never really president, but is now somehow in exile, is plotting his return.  About 3000 votes have turned up in Georgia, almost 1000 in the Trump Glorious Victory column. Only several million more to go! Rather than dig up Trump votes, Lindsey Graham realized it would be easier and quicker to just not count Biden votes. So, he rung up Georgia’s secretary of state, and Arizona’s, and Nevada’s to see if any might be able to work in a few felonies into their counts. Trump’s lawyers also turned out to be slackers when it came to going to jail for their client. Donald knew who he should turn to in times like these, but Rudy Giuliani was available, so he’s got the job. It’s been a while, but Rudy still has a few tricks up his sleeve! Joe Biden has put together a White House senior staff short on his kids, their in-laws, or even their girlfriends. Donald Trump is still blocking the lot of them. Congress has less than two weeks to keep government funded, or provide COVID-19 relief. Meanwhile, House Democrats will elect most of their leadership team this week. David can give you a tip on how to guess the outcome of these things, although it’s less effective for Republicans. The toppling of Confederate statues in Portsmouth Virginia led to political retaliation by the police against a state senator and several local Black leaders. So far, the police chief has been fired and the charges dropped.

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What's going on DMVMTS Fam!!! It's your man Big Med and I would like to welcome you back to the DMVMixtapeShow your new favorite podcast. We start things off with the Weekly Round Table. We had to talk about the election of our new president elect Mr. Joe Biden and Mrs. Kamala Harris. The collective sigh of relief and what's next for our civic duties to keep our country moving forward. Then we get into the TI Busta quote in-quote verses beef. Should this verse have happened or not, who's argument was just or not. Also we discuss the aftermath of this internet beef the Jeezy verses TI, this could be huge. And we aren't done talking about Sam Busta Rhymes we give you the gift of our new world famous MixTape Album review on ELE 2. Will Ward give his Smacker seal of approval or not hummm. Then the LTW and I have a Busta playlist battle which we leave the judgment up to you to decide. We talk about the powerful effects and impact that the Queens of Hip Hop have had on the culture. How the world had to pay attention and take notice. This weeks DMV Spotlight artist is Missy Elliott of Portsmouth VA, we take a long look at this great woman's career and her musical genius. The shining example of DMV excellence. So as always sit back and relax and enjoy your new favorite podcast The DMVMixTapeShow peace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-medley1/support

What's going on DMVMTS Fam!!! It's your man Big Med and I would like to welcome you back to the DMVMixtapeShow your new favorite podcast. We start things off with the Weekly Round Table. We had to talk about the election of our new president elect Mr. Joe Biden and Mrs. Kamala Harris. The collective sigh of relief and what's next for our civic duties to keep our country moving forward. Then we get into the TI Busta quote in-quote verses beef. Should this verse have happened or not, who's argument was just or not. Also we discuss the aftermath of this internet beef the Jeezy verses TI, this could be huge. And we aren't done talking about Sam Busta Rhymes we give you the gift of our new world famous MixTape Album review on ELE 2. Will Ward give his Smacker seal of approval or not hummm. Then the LTW and I have a Busta playlist battle which we leave the judgment up to you to decide. We talk about the powerful effects and impact that the Queens of Hip Hop have had on the culture. How the world had to pay attention and take notice. This weeks DMV Spotlight artist is Missy Elliott of Portsmouth VA, we take a long look at this great woman's career and her musical genius. The shining example of DMV excellence. So as always sit back and relax and enjoy your new favorite podcast The DMVMixTapeShow peace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/robert-medley1/support

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I lived homeless in Virginia Beach area for 2 and half years. 1 years did I worked and lived in a Muslim family and it was the hardest place to stay in.I have hard to know the time-line in Virginia Beach area and where I was as I moved 26 times in 2 and half years.My throat is weak and in pain and I have to rest it to not get inflammation in it. I will do some more episodes when I am o.k again.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf9oDHXrAtAWyt61h1BSWxg

City of Portsmouth Councilman Shannon Glover, talks about his bid to become the next Mayor of Portsmouth, and his vision for moving the city forward.

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The musical #prodigy, #Key #Notes (#iamkeynotes), is known for his #artistic #creativity and talent. Born Keyon Dunston, in #Portsmouth VA, Notes has spent most of his life enjoying music and dance. At the age of 12, he began to home in on his artistic abilities, starting with #freestyle #rap. Notes began writing his own rap #music, and by the age of 16, he was adding dance into the mix. After mastering pop locking and krumping, Notes was able to develop his own creative rhythm which features many of the styles we are familiar with today. Dancing live for family and friends, Notes continues to share his talents by entertaining at functions and other family get-to-gathers. Plus a big performance from Michael Waskey and the Underground Weathermen #Merch Store: www.dckproductions.com/shop #Betterhelp : www.betterhelp.com/sipod #VIKING REVOLUTION AFFILIATE LINKS Viking Revolution Beard Kit https://amzn.to/2E7ca83 Viking Revolution Beard Wash and Conditioner https://amzn.to/2OInwBg Viking Revolution Beard Oil 3 pack https://amzn.to/2CpXY9S Viking Revolution Beard Balm 3 pack https://amzn.to/32FT3vT Viking Revolution Pomade https://amzn.to/3eSFVpM Viking Revolution Quick Shower Wipes https://amzn.to/3fO6ii5 Viking Revolution Toilet Wipes https://amzn.to/32I8oMC MY FAVORITE #AMAZON PROUCTS AFFILIATE LINKS The #headphones I use From Beats https://amzn.to/2WG28RE My stream #camera bundle https://amzn.to/2CrhXFb #Elgato Cam Link https://amzn.to/3fP9D01 My Favorite Cooking Device https://amzn.to/39iNmWb My Favorite Beer Glasses https://amzn.to/2OMo6OF #beardedmen #vikingrevolution #beard #podcast #suckit #suckitpodcast #derek #music #celebrityinterviews --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedarksideofmusic/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thedarksideofmusic/support

Freddy Martinez talks to Matt about growing up in Virginia after moving to the US from Panama, what it was like to learn English, and how tight he was with his mother. He eventually joined the Navy, and ultimately met his wife, Mary, who was stationed at a nearby Army base.Colonel Mary Martinez joins the chat to talk about her military career, and being deployed when their kids were young, but how those sacrifices and hard work have cemented their future.Freddy and Mary are big Buffalo Bills fans, so we talk about that as well - how a kid from Panama who grew up in Virginia started following a football team from Buffalo, NY.*Affiliate links follow*Buzzsprout is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your recording.Podcasting isn’t hard when you have the right partners, and the team at Buzzsprout is passionate about helping you succeed. Join over a hundred thousand podcasters already using Buzzsprout to get their message out to the world. Following this link lets Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show. This episode was recorded with Squadcast. Sign up for the KindleUnlimited program and get access to unlimited reading from over 1 million ebooks and unlimited listening to thousands of audiobooks. Music in this episode by Verified Picasso, Konrad OldMoney, and DJ WilliamsCaught By Happy is powered by Rring Media. Join the Rring Media Network and let's make good stuff together. Support the show (https://www.caughtbyhappy.com/donate)

Join me as i get my first look into the VA comedy scene with all around funny man Travis Bacon representing Portsmouth Va. We talk about mics, stage time, his comedy start, future goals and much more --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/moneisha-williams/support

With unified control of the Virginia legislature, lawmakers are getting their chips on the table to decriminalize cannabis in the Commonwealth. Source: https://wtkr.com/2020/01/01/lawmakers-and-community-leaders-come-together-to-talk-about-marijuana-in-portsmouth/ The Conversation: Live Talk with Virginia Legislators [Event Location] - Portsmouth Sheriff’s Training Station located at 1725 Green Street in Portsmouth Thursday at 7 p.m. ICYMI - Brainstorming Session and Planning for an Ideal Medical Marijuana Program in Virginia https://open.spotify.com/episode/4spytAoMkyGCa9PRsNf1qE?si=lH29b_xuQ86iWoPduiPNnA Advocating for an Ideal Medical Marijuana Program https://open.spotify.com/episode/0CmJOItQM33ZGKNt9dUPC1?si=UT8DOOJGTM-fi7jeU7ZeXQ The Untold Story How Maine’s Awesome Robust Caregiver and Craft Medical Cannabis Scene Came into Being https://open.spotify.com/episode/49hbwzifQtgy77fZhVzvD6?si=BqCQ6TGIRAOeVvbufq8K6w Oklahoma’s Unity Bill Protecting 2nd Amendment Rights: https://www.omag.org/unity-bill You Can have Firearms/CCW and MMJ in FL! Commissioner of Agriculture-Elect Nikki Fried sets the record straight: https://themarijuanasolution.com/you-can-have-firearms-ccw-and-mmj-in-fl-commissioner-of-agriculture-elect-nikki-fried-sets-the-record-straight/ ICYMI - How To Get a Virginia Patient Registration Certificate https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ZNEii4CqjCLPNrX6emNsZ?si=WLvIjxP5RKCUrD-hgr9a-g ICYMI - When Will Citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia be Able to Get Medical Marijuana? https://open.spotify.com/episode/0J8PYnkHFhdIV296TUAw8X?si=kOT-2IZbSv2x2S0VC4dxmQ ---------------------------------------- To Follow Mr. Sativa on Social Media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/icsativapod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamcannabissativa/ Please become a Patreon at just $1 a month - http://bit.ly/2NJmshn Please support us via PayPal - paypal.me/icsativapodcast If you want to support us via Anchor: https://anchor.fm/iamcannabissativapodcast/support My Twitch Channel - https://www.twitch.tv/iamcannabissativa My Weedtube Channel - https://www.theweedtube.com/user/iamcannabissativa My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdMtiTbOFE3D39rpLfLglaw? My Email: iamcannabissativa@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamcannabissativapodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamcannabissativapodcast/support

My name is Robert Gardner and I’m a licensed Thai massage instructor, therapist and yoga teacher in Austin, Texas. I primarily use Thai massage, yoga therapy and lead yoga classes to help my clients and students. An educational podcast is a podcast or video whose primary purpose is to educate. Educational podcast have been used in classrooms as an alternative to other teaching methods. Robert Gardner Podcast consists of interviews with entrepreneurs in a wide variety of industries and talks about the differences & similarities across all forms of business. Primarily the entrepreneurs will be in the Health & Wellness Industry, however periodically we will branch out into other industries such as Technology, Business, and Arts. Thai massage or "Thai yoga massage" is a traditional healing system combining acupressure, Indian Ayurvedic principles, and assisted yoga postures.[1] The idea of Shen-lines alias energy-lines was first used is "Thaiyoga Massage". These are similar to nadis as per the philosophy of yoga by Gorakhnath. Shawnte' Peterson Massage Practitioner, Exercise Physiologist, Public Health Educator, Massage Therapy Instructor, Business owner, Approved CE Provider...mother, wife, sister and friend. Shawnte has been a massage practitioner for 20 years and is always trying to reinvent herself and practice through networking, skill building as well as focusing on family and having faith that her path and connections are set forth by divine intervention. Shawnte's practice, Elements of Health is in Portsmouth Virginia connect on FB@ShawnteLMT IG #eohwellness www.elementsofhealthva.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

"HEAD AND HEART" MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN PORTSMOUTH VA SCHOOLS Krytal Thompkins is the Reading and English Education Dept. leader  for Portsmouth schools and she leads by example. This show is a gift to us from Waterford Institute

Commentary on the shooting of Omarion Banks in Atlanta. The forced resignation of Chief Tonya Chapman in Portsmouth VA. Also thoughts on Jussie Smollett and the reaction from the Chicago Police Union and Mayor Rahm Emanuel An acclaimed author and social justice advocate, Retired Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant Cheryl Dorsey has dedicated her life to serving and protecting all citizens with procedural justice and to assist communities in sorting out the truth about legal and necessary law enforcement conduct. She does so with a level of credibility that is effective, relevant and irrefutable. Her desire is to ensure that every person who has an encounter with the police has the requisite skills and knowledge to safely navigate the experience. Staying alive is the ultimate goal.  As such, she is a highly sought police expert on significant criminal justice issues making national headlines.Her unique and candid commentary has been featured on such respected news networks as  CNN, Fox News, Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN),  HLNTV,  MSNBC as well as appearing on CNN International, NowThis News, KPCC, DemocracyNow, Tom Joyner Morning Show and KABC Talk Radio w/ Dr. Drew. Sgt. Dorsey has been seen on Brazilian TVGlobo, Tavis Smiley, Dr. Drew, Dr. Phil and TD Jakes Shows. Sgt. Dorsey has also been featured on  TV Crime Series; “It Takes A Killer”, “Corrupt Crimes”  “Motive to Murder” and “Dead Files”.Cheryl Dorsey has written an autobiography entitled,  "Black and Blue, The Creation of A Social Advocate" which chronicles her 20-year LAPD journey and advocacy suffered the loss of a loved one due to abuse of authority.  Her next book "Black and Blue, The Creation of A Whistle Blower" is coming soon!

Commentary on the shooting of Omarion Banks in Atlanta. The forced resignation of Chief Tonya Chapman in Portsmouth VA. Also thoughts on Jussie Smollett and the reaction from the Chicago Police Union and Mayor Rahm Emanuel An acclaimed author and social justice advocate, Retired Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant Cheryl Dorsey has dedicated her life to serving and protecting all citizens with procedural justice and to assist communities in sorting out the truth about legal and necessary law enforcement conduct. She does so with a level of credibility that is effective, relevant and irrefutable. Her desire is to ensure that every person who has an encounter with the police has the requisite skills and knowledge to safely navigate the experience. Staying alive is the ultimate goal.   As such, she is a highly sought police expert on significant criminal justice issues making national headlines. Her unique and candid commentary has been featured on such respected news networks as  CNN, Fox News, Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN),  HLNTV,  MSNBC as well as appearing on CNN International, NowThis News, KPCC, DemocracyNow, Tom Joyner Morning Show and KABC Talk Radio w/ Dr. Drew. Sgt. Dorsey has been seen on Brazilian TVGlobo, Tavis Smiley, Dr. Drew, Dr. Phil and TD Jakes Shows. Sgt. Dorsey has also been featured on  TV Crime Series; “It Takes A Killer”, “Corrupt Crimes”  “Motive to Murder” and “Dead Files”. Cheryl Dorsey has written an autobiography entitled,  "Black and Blue, The Creation of A Social Advocate" which chronicles her 20-year LAPD journey and advocacy suffered the loss of a loved one due to abuse of authority.  Her next book "Black and Blue, The Creation of A Whistle Blower" is coming soon!

Learn Hustle Grow How Two Forty-Something Empty-Nesters Achieved Debt Freedom and Built a Thriving Real Estate Business Rob and Reshawn are the power couple behind the blog, Learn Hustle Grow.  This power couple are the parents of two kids, and they are so inspiring because they are in their 40s and are officially debt and mortgage free.  One a saver and one a spender, these two faced the challenge of melding their money together, setting them on a path to financial success. Dave Ramsey Dave Ramsey is the cornerstone of the debt payoff movement.  He personally helped both Wendy and I, and he also helped both Reshawn and Rob as they paid off their debt. If you visit Dave’s website there is a wealth of information about the debt snowball process, and he also has a podcast that is easy to listen to. Here is a link to Dave Ramsay's total money makeover site.  Rob Rob, one of three, grew up in Portsmouth Virginia to a poor but loving family.  After high school he decided to commit his time and focus to joining the Marine Corp.  During that time he had his own money, clothes and cars, but he learned little about money.  After the Marine Corp he was able to go to college and get married. There were two big mistakes that Rob made during that time - mistakes that would take a few years to clean up.  One is that he over spent, there by using all of his extra GI Bill money on expenses outside of college. Next he went through a separation in which he was left with all of the credit cards - which contained shared expenses, but which were in his name solely.  He was a newly minted single dad, in debt. It would be some time before he would meet Reshawn, and clean up his finances alongside her. Reshawn Reshawn was raised in a single parent home that never really discussed money growing up - but she never felt like they were poor or broke as a family.  It became clear there was no money for her and her sister for college, though, so she joined the Army Reserves. She finished college with the help of the GI bill, but ended college with thousands of dollars of student loans and credit card debt.  She was also a new single mom, in debt.   Reshawn realized that daycare expenses and baby clothes were her new normal, and she began to call the credit card companies to negotiate her debt.  It took her 10 years to pay off her student loans - and all of her debt was taken care of before meeting her “Mr. Wonderful”.   Two Lives Combined Reshawn hesitated when she realized that she was a saver while Rob was a spender, especially with the fact that they were not only combining their lives, but the lives of their 10 and 8 year old.  Here is the advice they gave during our episode that outlines how they went through the process of combining their lives : Go through credit reports, earnings and premarital financial counseling Be open to adjusting the plan as you become aware of new ideas and realize that something works better than the current plan The relationship you have with money at the start of a marriage can, will and even should evolve - be thoughtful in your approach Find a combined plan that works for the entire family - For Rob and Reshawn this was Real Estate! Making Money Moves as a Unit Rob and Reshawn took multiple steps to overcome the hurdles that were in their way at the beginning of their marriage.  Here is a blueprint that all couples should consider in order to follow the path that Rob and Reshawn: Pay off your debt together or side by side Save a 6 month emergency fund Make a decision on whether or not you will use credit to your advantage- together Agree on the rules and restrictions of credit card use as a family Find your key to financial independence.  For Rob and Reshawn this is Real Estate.   Real Estate Moguls Rob had the goal of becoming a real estate mogul, and eventually Reshawn joined in.  We had the opportunity to learn about how they went from one property to owning multiple properties, including a small apartment complex!   Now that they have multiple properties and have reached financial independence, what do they plan to do with their newfound freedom?  Read the answers to their final questions to find out and listen to our episode to find out more about this!   Rob and Reshawn on the final questions: Don’t Be Broke!  Communication about money is KEY to success You should have your own “blow Money” or allowance money so you won’t feel guilty about spending it.   The importance of being open to learning new things.  Look beyond the day to day to grow your own life, your own interests and own business.   Do not give up - keep reaching for your goals.  Set it and work hard to get to the end. Book/ Podcast - Travel podcasts are there thing right now.  They plan to make an announcement - They are going to take a break and leave corporate.  They want to travel for all of 2019, visiting Buenos Aires, Argentina and the rest of South America.   Find them and follow their story at learnhustlegrow.com Sites mentioned in this podcast: Dave Ramsey Bigger Pockets Listen to our previous episode about Justin, who retired a millionaire at 33 years old!

ESPECIAL RUTH BROWN Ruth Brown nació en Portsmouth (Virginia) y empezó a cantar muy niña, formándose en el coro de la iglesia que dirigía su padre. Un premio en el Apollo de Nueva York la llevó al circuito de clubs. Sus actuaciones en el Crystal Caverns de Washington DC llamaron la atención de, entre otros, Duke Ellington, que recomendó su fichaje al sello Atlantic, una compañía que acabó siendo popularmente conocida como la casa que Ruth construyó. Fueron grabaciones para el sello como 5-10-15 hours las que sacaron el rhythm & blues del gueto. Y aunque el racismo hizo que muchas de esas canciones fueran reconvertidas en melodías pop interpretadas por otros artistas, Brown lanzó el género hacia el éxito._Los años 60 fueron duros para una mujer que, aunque se casó cuatro veces, casi siempre crió sola a sus dos hijos. Trabajó de asistenta y conductora de autobús hasta que llegó su renacimiento en los 70. Triunfó en Broadway y en sus incursiones en el jazz. Y encontró un lugar en el cine (hizo un papel relevante en Hairspray y colaboró con John Sayles en un documental aún inédito sobre músicos afroamericanos)._Quizá uno de sus mayores legados es la Fundación Rhythm & Blues, el grupo desde el que Brown lideró la lucha para que Atlantic y otros sellos reconocieran y pagaran los derechos de decenas artistas.

ESPECIAL RUTH BROWN Ruth Brown nació en Portsmouth (Virginia) y empezó a cantar muy niña, formándose en el coro de la iglesia que dirigía su padre. Un premio en el Apollo de Nueva York la llevó al circuito de clubs. Sus actuaciones en el Crystal Caverns de Washington DC llamaron la atención de, entre otros, Duke Ellington, que recomendó su fichaje al sello Atlantic, una compañía que acabó siendo popularmente conocida como la casa que Ruth construyó. Fueron grabaciones para el sello como 5-10-15 hours las que sacaron el rhythm & blues del gueto. Y aunque el racismo hizo que muchas de esas canciones fueran reconvertidas en melodías pop interpretadas por otros artistas, Brown lanzó el género hacia el éxito._Los años 60 fueron duros para una mujer que, aunque se casó cuatro veces, casi siempre crió sola a sus dos hijos. Trabajó de asistenta y conductora de autobús hasta que llegó su renacimiento en los 70. Triunfó en Broadway y en sus incursiones en el jazz. Y encontró un lugar en el cine (hizo un papel relevante en Hairspray y colaboró con John Sayles en un documental aún inédito sobre músicos afroamericanos)._Quizá uno de sus mayores legados es la Fundación Rhythm & Blues, el grupo desde el que Brown lideró la lucha para que Atlantic y otros sellos reconocieran y pagaran los derechos de decenas artistas.

Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast Special Edition is R&B/Soul Artist Donnell Isaac “In the face of no evidence, create!” - Donnell Isaac BioEver since his debut in 2008 as a rising star in Neo Soul Inspirational music with his inspiration album “New Moments New Choice” Donnell Isaac (born Donnell Isaac Charlton), has been creating waves in the industry.Music isn’t the only thing that Donnell is talented in, as he has made appearances in front of the camera on TV with “Law and Order” and in the movie “My Brother”.The refreshing and soul touching music of Donnell Isaac was gathering momentum, and he soon caught the attention of record label Executive Bernie McLean. He signed him up to a distribution deal with Indie Charts/ Kingdom Records in 2010, which is the home of Shekinah Glory.After that the career of Donnie C, now known as Donnell Isaac has grown by leaps and bounds. He had his first major hit with “Shelter from The Storm”, which dominated the radio BDS 100’s charts for more than 16 weeks.His follow up single was a remake of ‘I Won’t Complain’ from the late Rev Paul Jones, which landed him his first win in the 2014 Chosen Voice Awards Tampa FL, as the ‘Best New Artist’. With such phenomenal success early on in his career, it is no wonder that the career of Donnell Isaac has come such a long way in such a short time period.How it all beganHe was first exposed to music when he was singing in the St. Paul Pentecostal Holiness Church Choir at the age of 9 in Portsmouth Virginia. His gift was nurtured in its infancy by his great aunt, Fairfield Jackson, who played a major role in developing his passion for music and singing. Donnell also sang in his family group, The Gospel Swannetts, in the early nineties, and performed numerous song with them, including, “Well Done”, and “Jesus, when Trouble Burdens Me Down”.He was raised in a multi-talented family, which shaped his passion and inspired him to dream about having a real career in music and songwriting. The very first song he wrote was “Happiness Is Just a Step Away", after which he came out with "Never Change Your Heart’s Desire" and "It’s My Season”. These songs are all about empowerment and dreaming towards getting a better life, and he performed them at numerous talent showcases, and charitable events, which includes performing at the YWCA of Newark NJ and Edison Job Corps of Edison NJ, and the Kessler Institute of West Orange NJ.A New Music Star RisesThe music that is created by Donnell Isaac touches the soul and that is the reason why he is so beloved by everyone that is exposed to his talent. Donnell has been performed at numerous big events, which stretch from the south, and include the International Music Festival and Shakespeare Festival in Nashville TN. He is a resident of Greensboro NC, a native of Portsmouth, Virginia, and is a singer, a songwriter, and a self- taught keyboardist.Donnell had a rough childhood, as he was raised in a town where poverty was rampant and drugs were prevalent. However, he credits growing up in that community with teaching him how to survive, and he didn’t let any of this bring him down and channeled all his energy into creativity. He has gone through numerous challenges, adversities, hurdles in life, which taught him how to survive in that environment and maintain his love for music.Making Music for the SoulIn an uncertain world, the refreshing and soul touching music of Donnell Isaac, which is uniquely fused with R&B Soul and Gospel music genres, grows into a powerful genre of music filled with love and happiness. It is music for the soul, which is beloved by all, and that is why the career of Donnell Isaac continues to go grow in leaps and bounds.Now Experience Soul singer Donnell Isaac has gone on an entirely new level with his powerful new single "Loving you” Donnell Isaac brings a sound to music industry that is unique, sultry and melodic. He performs music that brings serenity to the soul and tranquility to the mind, and invites listeners to embark on a journey to an oasis for which the soul thirsts.https://donnellisaac.com/homehttps://open.spotify.com/album/3M04synBA9BoOYAmM4c0afHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229Sponsors:I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts San Ant1723 Babock Rd. 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Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast Special Edition is R&B/Soul Artist Donnell Isaac “In the face of no evidence, create!” - Donnell Isaac BioEver since his debut in 2008 as a rising star in Neo Soul Inspirational music with his inspiration album “New Moments New Choice” Donnell Isaac (born Donnell Isaac Charlton), has been creating waves in the industry.Music isn’t the only thing that Donnell is talented in, as he has made appearances in front of the camera on TV with “Law and Order” and in the movie “My Brother”.The refreshing and soul touching music of Donnell Isaac was gathering momentum, and he soon caught the attention of record label Executive Bernie McLean. He signed him up to a distribution deal with Indie Charts/ Kingdom Records in 2010, which is the home of Shekinah Glory.After that the career of Donnie C, now known as Donnell Isaac has grown by leaps and bounds. He had his first major hit with “Shelter from The Storm”, which dominated the radio BDS 100’s charts for more than 16 weeks.His follow up single was a remake of ‘I Won’t Complain’ from the late Rev Paul Jones, which landed him his first win in the 2014 Chosen Voice Awards Tampa FL, as the ‘Best New Artist’. With such phenomenal success early on in his career, it is no wonder that the career of Donnell Isaac has come such a long way in such a short time period.How it all beganHe was first exposed to music when he was singing in the St. Paul Pentecostal Holiness Church Choir at the age of 9 in Portsmouth Virginia. His gift was nurtured in its infancy by his great aunt, Fairfield Jackson, who played a major role in developing his passion for music and singing. Donnell also sang in his family group, The Gospel Swannetts, in the early nineties, and performed numerous song with them, including, “Well Done”, and “Jesus, when Trouble Burdens Me Down”.He was raised in a multi-talented family, which shaped his passion and inspired him to dream about having a real career in music and songwriting. The very first song he wrote was “Happiness Is Just a Step Away", after which he came out with "Never Change Your Heart’s Desire" and "It’s My Season”. These songs are all about empowerment and dreaming towards getting a better life, and he performed them at numerous talent showcases, and charitable events, which includes performing at the YWCA of Newark NJ and Edison Job Corps of Edison NJ, and the Kessler Institute of West Orange NJ.A New Music Star RisesThe music that is created by Donnell Isaac touches the soul and that is the reason why he is so beloved by everyone that is exposed to his talent. Donnell has been performed at numerous big events, which stretch from the south, and include the International Music Festival and Shakespeare Festival in Nashville TN. He is a resident of Greensboro NC, a native of Portsmouth, Virginia, and is a singer, a songwriter, and a self- taught keyboardist.Donnell had a rough childhood, as he was raised in a town where poverty was rampant and drugs were prevalent. However, he credits growing up in that community with teaching him how to survive, and he didn’t let any of this bring him down and channeled all his energy into creativity. He has gone through numerous challenges, adversities, hurdles in life, which taught him how to survive in that environment and maintain his love for music.Making Music for the SoulIn an uncertain world, the refreshing and soul touching music of Donnell Isaac, which is uniquely fused with R&B Soul and Gospel music genres, grows into a powerful genre of music filled with love and happiness. It is music for the soul, which is beloved by all, and that is why the career of Donnell Isaac continues to go grow in leaps and bounds.Now Experience Soul singer Donnell Isaac has gone on an entirely new level with his powerful new single "Loving you” Donnell Isaac brings a sound to music industry that is unique, sultry and melodic. He performs music that brings serenity to the soul and tranquility to the mind, and invites listeners to embark on a journey to an oasis for which the soul thirsts.https://donnellisaac.com/homehttps://open.spotify.com/album/3M04synBA9BoOYAmM4c0afHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229Sponsors:I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts San Ant1723 Babock Rd. 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This week on Agenda: David Jones' "apology" to a customer over their use of Sudanese-Australian model Adut Akech on a catalogue cover. A petition has been started to replace a Confederate monument in Portsmouth Virginia with a statue of Missy Elliott. Vending machines stocked with free pads and tampons have now arrived for the first time in South Australian high schools  Johnson and Johnson have oversold surgical mesh products to surgeons with a jet-setting lifestyle, leaving at least 3,000 Australian women with serious side effects including chronic pain, infections and inability to have sex. Safe sex on TV: do shows like HBO's Insecure have a responsibility to depict the use of contraceptives in sex scenes? Plus, a special announcement from Women in the Arts!

Rev. Al Sharpton keynote speaker for "Act Rally" presented by The Urban League Of Hampton Roads. Held At Grove Church. Senior Pastor Dr. Melvin O. Marriner. Alfred Charles "Al" Sharpton Jr. (born October 3, 1954) is an American civil rights activist, Baptist minister, television/radio talk show host and a former White House adviser who, according to 60 Minutes, became President Barack Obama's "go-to black leader." In 2004, he was a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. presidential election. He hosts his own radio talk show, Keepin' It Real, and he makes regular guest appearances on Fox News (such as on The O'Reilly Factor), CNN, and MSNBC. In 2011, he was named the host of MSNBC's PoliticsNation, a nightly talk show. In 2015, the program was shifted to Sunday mornings Sharpton's supporters praise "his ability and willingness to defy the power structure that is seen as the cause of their suffering" and consider him "a man who is willing to tell it like it is." Former Mayor of New York City Ed Koch, a one-time foe, said that Sharpton deserves the respect he enjoys among black Americans: "He is willing to go to jail for them, and he is there when they need him." President Barack Obama said that Sharpton is "the voice of the voiceless and a champion for the downtrodden." A 2013 Zogby Analytics poll found that one quarter of African Americans said that Sharpton speaks for them. His critics describe him as "a political radical who is to blame, in part, for the deterioration of race relations". Sociologist Orlando Patterson has referred to him as a racial arsonist, while liberal columnist Derrick Z. Jackson has called him the black equivalent of Richard Nixon and Pat Robertson. Sharpton sees much of the criticism as a sign of his effectiveness. "In many ways, what they consider criticism is complimenting my job," he said. "An activist's job is to make public civil rights issues until there can be a climate for change."

First Presbyterian Church, Portsmouth, VA 9/13/15 by 1st Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church Portsmouth, VA 9/6/13 by 1st Presbyterian Church