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Remember the thrill of shaking a Magic 8 Ball to get answers to your childhood questions? Would we ace that math test? Would we be famous someday? Well, today, we're bringing a bit of that magic back. But instead of asking about pop quizzes and playground crushes, we're turning to the Magic 8 Ball for advice on something much more important: your retirement planning! What would the Magic 8 Ball have to say about these common retirement questions if it had the wisdom of a financial advisor?   Helpful Information: PFG Website: https://www.pfgprivatewealth.com/ Contact: 813-286-7776 Email: info@pfgprivatewealth.com   Disclaimer: Speaker 1: PFG, Private Wealth Management LLC is an SEC registered investment advisor. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. The topics and information discussed during this podcast are not intended to provide tax or legal advice. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial advisor and or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed on this podcast. Past performance is not indicative of future performance insurance. Products and services are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed insurance agents. Speaker 1: You all remember that thrill of shaking the Magic Eight Ball to get answers to those childhood questions we couldn't wait to find out? Would we ace that math test or be famous someday? All those crazy fun questions we had when we were kids. Well, this week on the podcast, we're going to do the Magic Eight Balls Guide to Retirement Planning with John and Nick here on Retirement Planning Redefined. What's going on everybody? Welcome into the podcast. Thanks for hanging out with John and Nick and myself as we talk investing, finance, and retirement. And we're going back to our childhood with the Magic Eight Ball. Going to have a little fun with these things and shake it up and see what kind of answers we get for retirement. Then of course, let the guys give us some proper answers just in case the Magic Eight Ball gets it wrong. But guys, what's going on this week? Good to talk with you as always. Nick, how are you buddy? Nick: Good, thanks. Just staying busy. Speaker 1: Staying busy, rocking and rolling. Very good. John, my friend, how are you? John: I'm doing all right. Getting ready for this upcoming storm we have, so. Speaker 1: Oh, big fun. Yeah. John: Getting to the grocery store quick, so all the crazies don't run me over. Speaker 1: Nice. Now you got little ones. Do they still sell the Magic Eight Balls in the store? I think they still make them. Don't they? John: They do. I think we had one at one point. Speaker 1: Nice. John: And it didn't work very well, so anytime they asked a question, it would end up on the side and they're like, what does it say? And I don't know. Speaker 1: I can't see it. You got to reshake. John: It was definitely something good that entertained them for a little bit. Speaker 1: Yeah. John: But like any little kid nowadays, it lasted all for about 20 minutes. Speaker 1: Oh, yeah. Yeah. John: Like, all right,- Speaker 1: Well I'm a wee little kid of the 70s, so I thought they were great. That and the Etch A Sketch and the Stretch Armstrong, I was a happy dude, so. But anyway, let's have a little fun with this, this week here and I'll toss you guys out a question. You kind of give us the Magic Eight Ball and your answer to it, or at least what it maybe should be, so to speak. Right. So we'll make it easy to kind of get things started. John, I'll toss this one to you. Should I start saving for retirement now? What's the Magic Eight Ball say? John: Magic Eight Ball is going to say yes, definitely. The sooner you can start the better. And that goes for anybody, whether that's you in your 20s. I have some clients that right out of college started and now they're in their late 30s, and when we do reviews occasionally, it's always like, "Hey, really appreciate you kind of getting on me for starting to save," because as life happens, expenses are going up, they have kids and stuff like that, it's harder to save. But when they didn't have too much going on in their early 20s expense wise, they were definitely built up a nest egg, so. Speaker 1: Yeah. John: If you haven't started at any point, wherever you are, 20, 30, 40, it's good idea to start. Speaker 1: Yeah, I mean 50 as well, right? I mean it doesn't make a difference at this point. Waiting yet another day only causes you more problems, right? So should you start now? Definitely. And I'll give you guys kind of a little primer on the Magic Eight Ball. So we kind of looked through some of the stuff. They have, I guess what you'd call the green, kind of the positive answers, right? Stuff like the one John just got there, yes, definitely, most likely, out look good, that kind of stuff. Then they had that kind of middle of the road, nah, not so sure, right? Reply hazy, ask again later, better not tell you now, that kind of thing. And then of course they had the negatives, which was my reply is, no, very doubtful, don't count on it. So on and so forth. So we'll use those answers to kind of kick things off with each one of these episodes and then let the guys expand on it like John just did. All right Nick, so your turn, give it a go. Is a million dollars enough to retire on? What says the Magic Eight Ball? Nick: That's definitely a reply hazy, try again answer on that one. A consistent conversation that we have with people, whether it's somebody that we've worked with for a while or somebody that has come to us and we're kind of taking them through the planning process is that everybody's situation is different. Speaker 1: Sure. Nick: People love to compare things with each other, whether it's cars, houses, finances, whatever. And we try to make sure that people understand that comparing themselves even to a sibling or a neighbor or friend doesn't necessarily make sense. Some of the most common examples that we'll see are people that maybe they have pension plans because of the sort of job that they have. Speaker 1: Yeah, they saved a million, but they got a pension versus someone who saved a million and doesn't. That's a dramatically different setup, right? Nick: Correct. Speaker 1: Yeah. Nick: Correct. Yeah. And so assets are important obviously, but really the end game for assets in retirement is to generate income. So ideally people will have the combination of both, but having an arbitrary number like a million dollars is something that doesn't make a whole lot of sense. And I know that recently there's been some kind of articles in the news about, I think we just hit the highest percentage of millionaires in the US. Speaker 1: Right. Nick: And even from that perspective, dependent upon the situation, again, a million dollars isn't what it used to be. So it really just all depends. We've had clients that have had five or $6 million going into retirement that when we look at their plan, they're going to burn through that in 15 years because they spend too much. And we've had clients that are retired with five or 600,000, but they have their expenses very much in check, they have no debt and they live within their means and their plan looks great. Speaker 1: Yeah, there you go. I mean there's three of us here on this podcast and it might take a million for one and 500,000 for the other and two and a half million for the other. Right. It all just depends on where you live, how you live, all those sorts of things. So yeah, reply hazy, try again. And really what it comes down to is get a strategy, get a plan, and get the numbers crunched for your specific situation and then you're going to understand exactly what you need to get to. You're going to have a better outline versus just kind of a shaking the Magic Eight Ball. And I think the idea behind some of this too was fun. You know how you guys in the industry know this. There seems like there's always advisors out there that have a little crystal ball on their desk and they like to say, "Let me check the crystal ball," when somebody asks them a question and they're like, "Well it doesn't work today." And that's because it's not a sound way of doing things. So we thought we'd take that kind of analogy and apply it to this week's podcast. So back to you, John. Can I rely on social security for my retirement? John: Say out look not so good. Speaker 1: Right. John: Yeah, definitely not what you want to be banking on. It's a good source to have. Speaker 1: Sure. John: But you do not want it to be your only source. Speaker 1: It's big dollars. I mean it can be big dollars for a lot of people. And I think an interesting question, and I put it this way, is I've got a family member, a loved one who totally survives on social security only, but it's not what she wanted, right? So could you do it? Yes. But is it ideal? No. John: Yeah, no. I think on average social security covers maybe 30, 40% of someone's retirement income. So you have to look at where's the other money coming from. So just planning on social security I would say is not a very good plan. Speaker 1: Very true, very true. Well following that up there, Nick, give us the Magic Eight Ball answer here. Is it wise then to have multiple sources of retirement income? Nick: It is absolutely as imperative as you can get to try to have different sources of income. A conversation that we have with people consistently is that from the perspective of planning, the one thing that we know and that we can absolutely count on every single year, year after year, is that there's going to be change. And so anything that you can do to build in options, build in flexibility, allow yourself to adapt and pivot to what's going on is essential. And part of that is income streams, not only diversifying assets, but diversifying income streams. Speaker 1: Definitely. Right. So you definitely want to have those. Social security is a big piece of it, but it doesn't need to be the only one. You need to have multiple sources of income streams. All right, John, back to you. Can I expect to have fewer expenses in retirement compared to when I'm working? What's the Magic Eight Ball say? John: I'd say don't count on it. Again, I don't know, we've kind of preface this quite a bit and we've even said it today, everyone's different. So we've had some people where expenses have gone up during retirement because they want to vacation more, they want to do more things with the family. So I wouldn't say plan on that necessarily. And the only way to really find out is to do a comprehensive plan, but then there's going to be curveballs that come at you, whether it's health expenses. That tends to not go down as we get older. So maybe something could be dropping off. Speaker 1: Right. Right. John: But you never know what's going to get added. So do your plan as best you can and try to be as accurate as can. But I wouldn't have that be like the bulletproof, like, hey, my expenses are going to drop so I should be good. Speaker 1: Well, that's a great point because a lot of times people say, hey, here's our back of the napkin math. We think if we curtail this a little bit and this a little bit, we can make it work. Right. We can kind of squeak into retirement. But then you get there and you think, I don't want to do that, right? And there's certainly a lot of conversation around regrets that people have when they're talking once they get to retirement and they go, boy, I wish I would've spent more in those early years when my body would've let me go out and do some things that I wanted to. Right. So can I expect fewer expenses? Yeah, probably not, right? Because like you said, things are going to drop off, but other things are going to add and of course don't count on it. I think that was the answer Rhonda Thomas gave me when I asked her to the seventh grade dance, I think she said don't count on it. I think she must have got that from Magic Eight Ball as well. Nick: That's stuck with you. Speaker 1: Yeah, right. Exactly. It stuck with me. I'm still wounded Rhonda, if you're listening. All right, so let's do the next one here. Should I review my retirement plan annually? Nick, what says the Magic Eight Ball? Nick: Without a doubt on that one. Going back to what we talked about earlier, things constantly change. So updating the plan is really important. The most recent example of why that's important has been inflation over the last couple of years. So when we do a plan and we put in an inflation increase every year in expenses, the software still requires us to kind of update those baseline numbers. And so what we found and what we've tried to emphasize to people is that us capturing and updating those baseline numbers every two or three years is really important and gives us a much more accurate projection from the perspective of planning. So,- Speaker 1: Gotcha. Nick: Those annual reviews are important. Speaker 1: Yeah. And that's how you kind of keep track of the expense changes or the income source changes or added a grandchild, want to change this, whatever the case is. So all those annual things are certainly important. Your life's going to change, your plan has to change along with it. All right, John, will my retirement plan be affected by future changes in tax laws? Not to get political, but you have to talk policy and certainly when it comes to taxation, that's going to be part of the conversation. I mean, seems like everything is political these days, but if you're thinking about future changes in tax laws, you're going to have to certainly think along those lines as well. So what says the Magic Eight Ball when it comes to will your plan be affected by it? John: Signs point to yes. Speaker 1: 35 trillion? Maybe. Yeah. John: Yeah. So you definitely want to take that into account. I mean if you look at maybe people that retired in the 70s and then all of a sudden the 80s, your social security is getting taxed, you weren't really anticipating that happening and then,- Speaker 1: Oh yeah, the IRMAA tax, right? That gets a lot of people blindsided. John: Yeah. So you could count on taxes changing. Whether it's going to go up or down, again, we don't have our crystal ball, but we have the Magic Eight Ball here. Something's going to happen and you should be planning for that. One thing you could do when you're running retirement plans is you can have the ability to stress test it, to take a look at it. So definitely plan on it. Speaker 1: Yeah, I mean you figure, look, regardless of where your political bent is, we've got a lot of debt and so taxes are going to have to change. And even if it's not this particular administration change, this current election, right, God willing, you live long enough in retirement. If you last 20, 25, 30 years in retirement, you're going to see multiple administrations come and go. And that's going to mean multiple tax law changes because they do that every so often. Right. So the odds of that happening are pretty great. So signs point to yes, you should consider how taxation is going to affect you because it is one of the biggest pieces of your retirement strategy. What is that old saying? It's not what you make, it's what you keep, right? So make sure you're talking with qualified professionals like John and Nick when it comes to dealing with all this stuff. Let's do one or two more and then we'll wrap it up. Nick, let's toss this over to you. Let's see here. Should I focus on paying off debt before increasing retirement contributions? Nick: So I would say depending upon the debt, most likely. Speaker 1: Okay. Nick: From the perspective of consumer debt like credit cards, all that kind of stuff,- Speaker 1: Bad debt, right? Nick: That can absolutely, it's hard to argue that that's not unimportant. One thing that can be a slippery slope for people is it kind of tends to depend on their behaviors. We've had clients that have been good income earners but have at different times had debt problems. And in certain ways, whenever they pay off the debt, the debt comes back up and then they kind of find themselves not saving at all. So it's oftentimes kind of a balance of both. One of the most common sorts of comparisons from a perspective of debt is mortgage. We found that over, we had a lot of those conversations when interest rates were really low and we kind of emphasized with people to take advantage of those low rates and that's come to be a pretty beneficial sort of decision. So I would say in order, consumer debt for sure, trying to do both consecutively, both at the same time, obviously ideal, and then just kind of working through the plan and prioritizing what makes the most sense and how to deploy the money. Speaker 1: Yeah, definitely, right? I mean, debt's going to be a big component of that as well, and certainly getting rid of that, the higher interest stuff is always a good idea. So the final piece then here guys, and John, we'll let you wrap it up since you started it. Should I consider working with a financial professional as I near retirement? This is kind of a layup for you, but I'll give it to you anyway. What do you think? John: Appreciate that layup. Answer is yes. As you're getting closer to retirement, it becomes even more important to make sure you're working with someone to update the plan or start a plan and take a look at it. I would say you don't have to wait until you're near retirement. I think the answer is yes at any point. Speaker 1: Yeah. John: Even my younger clients, they always appreciate having someone they could talk to and bounce some ideas off of, whether it's not always comprehensive planning, but it's someone you could talk to discuss things. Speaker 1: Exactly. Because there's so many nuances out there and it just continues to grow and get more complex. So certainly not a bad idea at all to get qualified professionals on your side. So if you need some help, reach out to the team at Pfgprivatewealth.com. That's Pfgprivatewealth.com and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple and Spotify or whatever platform you like using. It's Retirement Planning Redefined with John and Nick from PFG Private Wealth. And we'll see you next time here on the show and enjoy the Magic Eight Ball. We'll catch you later.   Disclaimer: PFG Private Wealth Management, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. The topics and information discussed during this podcast are not intended to provide tax or legal advice. Investments involve risk, and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial advisor and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed on this podcast. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Insurance products and services are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed insurance agents.  

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Larry “Cookie” Rosser, 78, of Highland Springs, Virginia passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Larry was a proud veteran who spent time on The Destroyer USS Rich from 1962- 1965 serving for the United States Navy. Afterwards, he worked for many years as a bricklayer and was also a member of the Bricklayers Union. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Rhoda Rosser, his wife, Janet B. Rosser; brother Wesley Rosser; his daughter, Rhonda Thomas; and niece Rhoda Hammond. Left to cherish his memory is his sister, Bonnie...Article LinkSupport the Show.

Today's guest Rhonda Thomas tells us about the love of Jazz in Atlanta, her experience in the music business, and how she's looking forward to celebrating at the WCLK50 event. Award-winning drummer Lil John Roberts will lead an Atlanta All-Star Band including these outstanding musicians: Phil Davis, Rodney Edge, Tres Gilbert, Derek Scott, Miguel Gaetán, Joe Gransden, Jamel Mitchell, Mike Burton, Saunders Sermons, Daniel Wytanis, I AM KHEMESTRY, and Mace Hibbard. There will be special guest performances by Kathleen Bertrand, Cleveland Jones, Rhonda Thomas, Imani Grace-Cooper, Julie Dexter, Tony Hightower, Dashill Smith, and Alexandra Jackson.

On this WPN Call #325, Dr. Jim Garlow is joined by Rhonda Thomas, the Founder and President of Atlanta-based Truth in Education, a 501(c)3 that educates parents through exposing harmful anti-Christian trends, curriculum, and policies in the school systems. Rhonda has been politically involved for over 20 years with both local and national organizations and has worked with legislators on bills and issues that affect education, children, and families. She discusses the dangers of social emotional learning in public schools and we can do about it.      Website: https://www.truthineducation.org/     Dr. Jim Garlow has partnered with Pastor Mario Bramnick and Terry Barnes to bring you World Prayer Network (WPN), which seeks out Holy Spirit given strategies for how to be an effective and contagious Christ-follower in our present national situations. WPN hosts weekly prayer calls to seek out strategies for the transformation of nations, including our own. During these live calls, we share briefings from key leaders and then pray into what we see and hear from the Lord.     Follow us on social media:  facebook.com/wellversedworld twitter: @wellversedworld instagram: @wellversedworld www.wellversedworld.org

This audio posted is for educational purposes via fair use clause — Copyright Act of 1976, 17 U.S.C. § 107 - for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting and education. We do not own the rights to this, the audio. “The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of our overall podcast”. Like everything in life, use your own discernment. But I am happy to share other podcasts and help in your own personal researching journey. Outrage throughout the state and beyond was sparked when it was revealed that a government school in Georgia was pressuring high school students to create a business plan for a corporation that would combat world hunger by turning newborns into food. Truth in Education leader Rhonda Thomas breaks down the horrible "exercise" and even exhibits some of the visuals and photographs in this discussion with Alex Newman on Conversations That Matter. https://thenewamerican.com/video/eating-babies-georgia-school-has-teens-solve-hunger-with-cannibalism/.

Gary interviews Rhonda Thomas about the current trend in education: social and emotional learning. Children are being indoctrinated in the classroom, but you knew that already. However, it doesn't stop with the public schools; these educational policies are also entering and being taught in Christian schools, albeit with a Bible verse or two.

In the News with Mike Dakkakwww.itnshow.comRhonda Thomas joins ITN to discuss the Social Emotional Learning Curriculum being implemented in schools and how the UN describes it as a pathway to global citizenship.Learn more about Rhonda's organizations at www.truthineducation.org and www.publicschoolexit.com.Contact Rhonda and her team at info@truthineducation.org.Links mentioned in the episode:www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/wscc/index.htmwww.casel.org

Rhonda Thomas Sings… My guest on this Sunday's Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions was the soulful, sultry songbird, Rhonda Thomas.  Rhonda is a New York native and Atlanta, GA, resident. She has shared the stage with some of the legends in music Luther Vandross, Roberta Flack, Roy Ayers, Dwele, Eric Roberson, and more. Special Thanks to Rhonda for taking time out of her day to be a guest on the show.  Please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and leave a review.   . . . #ApplePodcasts  #Atlanta #BlkCreatives #BlackExcellence #EmpoweringMen #EmpoweringWomen #ROCkon #RealChicksRock #RealChicksRockChucks #RCR #RealDiscussions #RhondaThomas #StatusNetwork #LyveTV #Media #LiveStreaming  #RadioShow #RadioShowHost #TalkRadio  #RCR  #RealChicksRock  #RealDiscussions #Lifestylepodcast #NewPodcastEpisode #NonProfitOrganization #Pandora #Podcast #Podcaster  #PodcastersofInstagram #Podcastlife #ShePodcasts  #SupportBrownPodcasts #Spotify #Womensupportingwomen   

Rhonda Thomas joins us this week on the Paragould Podcast! Rhonda is the Lieutenant of the Paragould Police Department's Criminal Division, and (according to many sources) is a superhero! Rhonda has served with the PPD for 28 years and in the Criminal Division for the past 18, which means that she and her team work every felony case in the city of Paragould. In this interview, Rhonda talks about how she got into law enforcement and how she discovered her calling by investigating child abuse cases. This is a gripping and educational episode you'll want to listen to more than once.

In this episode, we are in conversation with Pastor Rhonda Thomas, executive director for Faith in Florida. She was the state-wide campaign director for the Let My People Vote campaign, and she helped to ensure the voting rights were returned to returning citizens. She runs the biggest, the baddest, and the most well-funded Souls to the Polls program in the country. Pastor Rhonda has a passion to build a beloved community in Florida so that all of the Creator's children feel a sense of belonging. Learn more about Faith in Florida Souls to the Polls here. Contribute to Hurricane Ian relief here. 

Gun violence is a rising crime in the United States. From mass shootings, to intra-communal violence, to suicide by gun, far too many families have been impacted by gun violence.Guests:REV. RHONDA THOMAS, executive director of Faith in FloridaTAMEKA GREER, executive director of Memphis Artists for ChangeHost:JENNIFER R. FARMER, Spotlight PRFaith Talks are monthly conversations with United Women in Faith hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer, Spotlight PR. Each conversation explores themes and resources that empower us to put faith, hope and love into action.

Two Mikes Rhonda Thomas Georgia Is Kissing The US Constitution Goodbye by

Today,The Two Mikes spoke with Rhonda Thomas and two members of the Georgia Assembly and the state's Freedom Caucus, Sherri Gilligan and Charlice Byrd. These three eloquent ladies warned that the Georgia legislature is about to pass a bill -- HB 103 - LC 33 8938, which is a revision of the state's laws and regulations to allow, if the American Psychiatric Association (AMA) and the WHO decide, "that gender change reassignment surgeries are medically necessary under the guise of mental health, insurance providers will be required to cover it."  The bill also provides for "3-year Assisted Outpatient Treatment Grant program for being involuntarily treated for substance abuse. ... Section 3-2 of the bill relaxes existing language in the code section to make it easier to take someone's rights away and give them involuntary inpatient treatment." The bill will permit people to be "committed not because they are an imminent threat to themselves or others but there is simply an expectation that their mental health could deteriorate in the near future. The bill will allow the police to take people into custody before they commit a crime under the expectation they will, although they have yet to. This is similar to red flag laws...."  Ms. Thomas, Ms. Gilligan, and Ms. Byrd said that this attack on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Amendments is overwhelmingly popular in the Georgia legislature. 
Georgia seems to be kissing the U.S. Constitution goodbye.--Ms. Rhonda Thomas is the president of the organization Truth in Education. Its website is: https:www.truthineducation.org"Listening to Two Mikes will make you smarter!”- Gov Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr.Sponsors:- Our Gold Guy - Talk to IRA about whether investing in gold is right for you. Let them know Two Mikes sent you at http://ourgoldguy.com - Freedom First Coffee - Drink the coffee of Patriots. Use code TWOMIKES for 10% off at http://freedomfirstcoffee.com

031022 Rhonda Thomas Children And Mental Health What Is Coming Right Now Its Not Good by Kate Dalley

As further evidence that the US school system has lost the plot, students in Georgia were instructed to consider ‘eating babies' as a way of solving world hunger. How much more depraved does it have to get before people wake up? In the ongoing series entitled ‘US Schools Go Insane,' one institution apparently thought that by slapping a ‘satire' sticker on the most profane idea imaginable, the contraband would go unnoticed. On behalf of satire, I'm happy to report it didn't work. As part of the inventive English lesson, which probably spoiled more than one trip to the cafeteria, high school students at Richmond Hill were tasked with finding ways of ‘raising and eating of babies to solve the world hunger problem'. Yum. Rhonda Thomas, founder and president of Truth in Education, broke down the details of the class assignment in a shocking interview with The New American. The information from the lesson plan that she divulged is nothing short of – as Thomas herself described it – “satanic.” “Since the child has passed we don't need to take up any more land for cemeteries so we slap [the babies] on the grill and cook their flesh and make delicious hamburgers…For mass production, we would encourage the US government to create a business negotiation with China about trying to reduce their population by donating children to our government,” the instruction stated. “We also take children from all organizations, including foster care.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/global-reportage/support

Daz-I-Kue a Londoner now Atlantan/Nashville resident and former member of the world respected production crew and broken beat pioneers Bugz In The Attic, who have remixed the likes of Amy Winehouse, Macy Gray, Soul II Soul and 4 Hero, seen widely as  one of the pioneers of the broken beat genre. A vinyl junky from the age of 5, he's a dj, producer, sound engineer and promoter, was widely seen as the hardest working man, well known in his field. His production work on Ends Productions “Are You Really From The Ends?” widely seen as one of the tracks that pioneered the grime scene. Partnering with Khari Cabral Simmons (Jiva/India Arie) has worked with some ATL's and US's finest talent including Kenya, Donnie, Trina Broussard, Anthony David, Avery Sunshine, Rhonda Thomas, Heston, Kai Alce, DJ Kemit to name a few. Daz has completed numerous projects including BB Boogie album, which was released on R2 Records, who has Osunlade, Bobbito and Karizma on their roster. Co-produced Julie Dexter's “DeJa Vu” album, has releases on Reel People's Papa Records imprint Foliage Records and legendary house label Nervous Records. At the moment has numerous exciting projects including working with well known jazz organization Jazz Re:Freshed, as well as numerous releases on his I-Kue Recordings label and Back To The Present  advocacy imprint, in which revenue raised is donated directly to non-profit organizations that are doing community or civil rights work in the US and UK.About his label, I-Kue Recordings was put together by the infamous West London collective Bugz In The Attic member Daz-I- Kue. This label is an opportunity to show the depth of his musical taste from new Skool boogie to hip-hop to funky techno to raw jazz and moreAlso, its outlet to show off the potential of new artists and producers, that Daz has come across, who will be given that undoubted I-Kue polish & shine.

The John Fredericks Radio Show guests for today: Michael Daugherty, Winsome Sears, Jason Miyares, Doug Collins, Rhonda Thomas, and Shera Hastings.

Our guest Rhonda Thomas, transformational speaker and author, encourages women to live their best life. She guides them to a place of happy through, "Happy By Design Events" and Happy Hours catered to the mature woman. After being a consultant to bridge the gap between parents and children in the school, Rhonda decided to take it a step further. In being a Chicago Public School Speaker and Advocate , she wanted to leave something of value with each of her families. Rhonda's launch of anxiety reducing coloring books created just that. Her coloring books help parents and children, around the world, manage their stress in a healthier way.    What will you learn in this episode; Several ways to manage your anxiety. How to lead a happy healthy lifestyle. Your dreams are still attainable at any age How to monetize your expertise and launch a book. How coloring books can help you therapeutically.   “Health is everything and everything is health.”  Coloring Book by: Rhonda Thomas   To book Rhonda for a speaking engagement and purchase coloring books. Please visit; https://rhonsway.com/

On this episode of Faith Talks we discuss the mass shootings that plague our nation—and the suicides, domestic partner abuse and community-based violence that result in the vast majority of U.S. gun deaths. Now more than ever, understanding and interrupting the cycle of gun violence is a public health imperative.We will be talking with women leaders working in their communities and advocating for public policy to end this scourge of U.S. gun violence. Our guests will be: *Amber K. Goodwin, executive director of the Community Justice Action Fund, a leading gun violence prevention organization working on policy, education, leadership development, and building resources centered on communities of color.*The Rev. Rhonda Thomas of LIVE FREE Florida, a grief counselor for students after the Parkland High School mass shooting.*Oresa Napper-Williams of Not One More Child, whose son died by gun violence.

The John Fredericks Radio Show guests for today: Debbie Dooley, Doug Collins, Rhonda Thomas, Matt Hall, and Heather Mullins.

Rhonda Thomas preaches for Theological Education Sunday. Rhonda is a postulant in the Diocese of East Carolina. Isaiah 40:21-31 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Mark 1:29-39 Psalm 147:1-12, 21c

July is all about money and we start with Profit First Professional, Rhonda Thomas of National Business Concepts, Inc.If you are thinking of going pro, her best advice would be to start with the "Exit Plan", along with making a long list of what is needed to get started and where to get the capital finances. Once that is laid out, she follows an inciteful practice on how to divvy up your first invoice payment. But wait, Rhonda did mention starting with a 3-6 month cushion for the rough times or next COVID Coma.Rhonda is the proud founder of the Single Parent Support Group, providing the framework for a mentoring and support program for single parents and their children.Follow along with the podcast and you will have questions, be sure to hit Rhonda up for the advice you need to be successful and profitable.WebsiteLinkedInQuickBooks Pro AdvisorFree ResourcesGet $35 off your first year of PPA (use Robert Trawick or Jim Felder as the referral - like a popularity vote)Visit our YouTube Videos for more weekly inspiration!Connect on the Facebook Page for news and upcoming interview polls.Join the conversations on Flick appLeave a review on iTunes and let others know about the show.The Foto Twins love using Røde Microphones & RødeCaster Pro for smooth, quality audio on our podcast episodes. Be sure to check out their entire line of audio capture devices and tell them the FotoFacts Twins sent you!

In this episode of Ms. SiSi The Real Infopreneur, Ms. SiSi speaks with author, health/wellness coach and public speaker Rhoda Thomas who published a set of 7 themed adult coloring books that she says can contribute to balance in women's lives through therapeutic coloring.

In this episode of Ms. SiSi The Real Infopreneur, Ms. SiSi speaks with author, health/wellness coach and public speaker Rhoda Thomas who published a set of 7 themed adult coloring books that she says can contribute to balance in women's lives through therapeutic coloring.

Kevin Harewood has been in the entertainment industry for over 25 years. Starting as New York Market College Promotion Rep of A&M Records while in college, he quickly made his way at A&M records Sales and Marketing Department. From his hard work he found promotions to Executive positions at Arista Records, Hush Productions/Orpheus Records, William Morris Agency and Correct Records/Grindstone Entertainment. He worked during this time with such artists like Freddie Jackson, Najee, Force MD's, Chris Rock, Vanessa Williams, Kashif and Martin Lawrence.His company Edclectic Entertainment is a multi-tiered company that focuses on Distribution, Marketing, Management, Film Production. The Distribution arm of his company has assisted many artists in the Indie Soul community like Marlon Saunders, Gordon Chambers, Rhonda Thomas, Ola Onabule, and others. The Marketing arm of his company works with labels and artists such as Virgin, Three Keys, A440, Giant Step, Donnie, Les Nubians, Alyson Williams, Dome and Hil St. Soul, to name a few. The Management arm currently manages Jimmy Sommers, Steve Wallace and advises Gordon Chambers among other artists. The Film Production arm produced with Lock and Roll Productions the documentary "25 Strong - A Film about Basketball" and currently in production with the film "Am I Black Enough 4 You," which will feature comedian AJ Jamal. Kevin Harewood is the author of the book "Make Your Move" a guide to releasing your music independently which was released November of 2006. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Listen in as Rhonda Thomas gives some great insight and tips for starting your photography business. Rhonda is CEO at National Business Concepts, Inc. She is also the founder of Single Parent Support Network. Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Sellers, Short Sales, Foreclosures, Sales, and Real Estate Owned (REO). Strong business development professional with a Bachelor of Science (BS) focused in Accounting from Southern Nazarene University. Please share this episode with your friends and colleagues. Also, please review us on iTunes. ENJOY!The Foto Twins love using Røde Microphones for smooth, quality audio on our podcast episodes. Be sure to check out their entire line of audio capture devices.

Welcome to the Decisive Podcast Sunday Edition June 18, 2017, Mr. Daz-I-Kue a Londoner now Atlantan resident and a member of the world respected production crew Bugz In The Attic, who have remixed the likes of Amy Winehouse Macy Gray, Soul II Soul and 4 Hero, seen widely as one of the pioneers broken beat genre. A vinyl junky from the age of 5, he's a dj, producer, sound engineer and promoter, was widely seen as the hardest working man in West London and now Atlanta via Nashville his current home of residents. His production work on Ends Productions “Are You Really From The Ends?” widely seen as one of the tracks that pioneered the grime scene. Partnering with Khari Cabral Simmons (Jiva/India Arie) and Julius Speed (Anane/Wamdue Project) has worked with some ATL's and US's finest talent including Kenya, Donnie, Trina Broussard, Anthony David, Avery Sunshine, Rhonda Thomas, Heston, Kai Alce, DJ Kemit to name a few. Currently he has completed BB Boogie album “Dancing On The Wall” includes special features from the likes of Leroy Burgess, Grant Green Jr, Monica Blaire & Vanessa Freeman, which will be released on R2 Records, who had Osunlade, Bobbito and Karizma on their roster. Also he’s putting the finishing production and mixdown touches on the new Julie Dexter album. More info`s https://www.facebook.com/ilovedazikue Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/dazikue Bugz in the Attic tracks - goo.gl/ABVUzL

Welcome to the Decisive Podcast Sunday Edition June 18, 2017, Mr. Daz-I-Kue a Londoner now Atlantan resident and a member of the world respected production crew Bugz In The Attic, who have remixed the likes of Amy Winehouse Macy Gray, Soul II Soul and 4 Hero, seen widely as one of the pioneers broken beat genre. A vinyl junky from the age of 5, he's a dj, producer, sound engineer and promoter, was widely seen as the hardest working man in West London and now Atlanta via Nashville his current home of residents. His production work on Ends Productions “Are You Really From The Ends?” widely seen as one of the tracks that pioneered the grime scene. Partnering with Khari Cabral Simmons (Jiva/India Arie) and Julius Speed (Anane/Wamdue Project) has worked with some ATL's and US's finest talent including Kenya, Donnie, Trina Broussard, Anthony David, Avery Sunshine, Rhonda Thomas, Heston, Kai Alce, DJ Kemit to name a few. Currently he has completed BB Boogie album “Dancing On The Wall” includes special features from the likes of Leroy Burgess, Grant Green Jr, Monica Blaire & Vanessa Freeman, which will be released on R2 Records, who had Osunlade, Bobbito and Karizma on their roster. Also he’s putting the finishing production and mixdown touches on the new Julie Dexter album. More info`s https://www.facebook.com/ilovedazikue Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/dazikue Bugz in the Attic tracks - goo.gl/ABVUzL

SOULFUL AFRO HOUSE MUSIC PODCAST Lovingly mixed by DJP live on Pressure Radio # Artist - Title 1 Andy Compton, Tenisha Edwards - Perception (Instrumental) 2 Carlo Festo - My Music (Main Mix) 3 Paris Cesvette, C.Robert Walker, Glenn Undergound - If You Love Me (Glenn Underground Soul Therapy Mix) 4 Terrance Downs, Salah Ananse - The Beautiful (Salah Ananse Afrique Electrique Mix) (Salah Ananse Afrique Electrique Mix) 5 Kings of Groove - Equinoccio (Original mix) Sept-12- 8A 6 Doomwork - Revision (Rancido's Deep Soul Remix) - 8A 7 Fiso Da Costa feat. Lorena - Landscape Beyond the Clouds (Lilac Jeans Vocal Version) - 8A 8 The Late Night Affair Salah Ananse, Terry Hunter - SILL IN LOVE (Luther Vandros sample) (Terry Hunter Main) 9 EKstatiQ Tone - That Groove Feeling (Groove Dance Mix) 10 Andre Harris - I Cant Take It (Andre's original) - 9B - 123 11 Rhonda Thomas, Steve Miggedy Maestro - Some Thing 4 U (Miggstrumental Retouch) 12 Sakhile SK - Doesn't Really Matter (Anymore) (Original Mix) 13 Donald Sheffey, DukeSoul - Sweetheart (DukeSoul's Late Night Mix) 14 Ross Couch - Yes I Do (Original Mix) 15 DJ G, Junior Mouriz - Weeping 16 Stevie Wonder - Magic (Reelsoul Main Mix) - 11A 17 Donny Hathaway - Little Ghetto Boy (Atlantiquity RMX - Neter 'S' Mo Mix Edit 18 Chris Brann - Keep It Deep (Chris Brann Mix) 19 Ultra Soul Project - Black Man In America (Main Mix) Subscribe: Podomatic http://pressureradio.podomatic.com/ Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/djps-s.h.a.g.-soulful-house/id355450473 Catch DJP Live every Monday 10pm Uk time on Pressure Radio Brand New Website https://pressureradio.com

Family! As you know Friday May 6 2016 was my last night co-hosting the Friday Night Jazz Club on WEAA 88.9 FM in Baltimore. Here's most of the 1st hour of the show for you. It features several of the artists who have graced the show, and a few of my friends who joined me in studio to bid me farewell. Interviews with Zo! about his upcoming album "Sky Break"; Rhonda Thomas, Karen Bernod and in studio chats with Stinky Face Music, J Soul & Groove Stu. I'd like to say thank you to all of our listeners who have supported (and continue to support) the show and the station. Now you can expect a revamping of this podcast to raise the bar and continue to hip you to dope indie soul (neosoul) and r&b artists; eclectic vibes and overall dope music that is deserving of your precious eartime. Enjoy! and I'd love to hear feedback from you. Cheers!

Back In The Game With Mena Freeman & DJ C Coop, the show about one of the most important aspects of humanity, the relationships in our lives! Tonight's Featured Guests: Identical twin sisters Staci and Traci Cash, founders of Twyn Sol Productions! In their own words,,,  "After graduating from Prairie View A&M University we moved along with our careers, but never found true happiness with what we were doing. It wasn't until I (Staci) moved to Philly that I was introduced to the music of so many independent music artists. A friend introduced me to the soulful sounds of Frank McComb and it was then that I had to know this man. Traci and I began throwing parties and social events as we were always able to draw big crowds. Upon returning to Houston to see Frank McComb perform at the Breakfast Klub, Traci became inspired and approached me about starting a business to feature independent music artists. I realized that there was a need for change in the Houston music market and what better way to do it than bring in artist like Frank McComb, Deborah Bond, Conya Doss, Eric Roberson, Dwele, Rhonda Thomas and so on. At that very moment, Twyn Sol Productions was born and we are here to make our mark within the world of good music. It was in God's design to bring us through this journey we are now on. Our goal is to build a community that knows what it feels like to appreciate and love real artists who produce real music. We pray our audience sees our vision and rocks with it the way we are rolling with it."

Jazz It Up !!! radioshow #219 - 25.07.2015 Summer Fusion Edition by Simone Vimercati An eclettic mix of new, old and classic sounds with no time and one common thing: Jazz Music. This is the aim of "Jazz It Up !!!". A selection where Jazz is mixed but without borders and limits of time and genres, which often bring this music to be a niche's phenomenon for experts and purists. During this appointment, I give you a cocktail of pleasant and good quality music that goes from instrumental to vocal jazz, from soul to funky, from latin to rare grooves or new electric sounds. This is also to show everybody that jazz is not a musical genre, but a style, an attitude to express ourselves through the music. This attitude keeps on evolving and it has no limits. It is a music that embraces many listeners' generations: from the youngest, who can discover the past's giants through new artists, to the the eldest who will get amazed by listening to the music's evolution of jazz, soul and funk. I wish you a good listening: let you cherish by "Jazz It Up !!!". "Jazz It Up !!!" radioshow is available through radios, web radios, platforms for streaming on-demand and podcast. See all info on the website http://www.jazzitup.it/ Contact: info@jazzitup.it Jazz It Up !!! radioshow #219 - 25.07.2015 Summer Fusion Edition 1. Rare Silk “New York Afternoon” (1983 Polydor) 2. Jackie And Roy “Don’t Be Blue” (1981 Concord Jazz) 3. Judy Roberts “Olè” (1981 Inner City Records) 4. Earl Klugh “Captain Caribé” (1976 Blue Note Records / Liberty Records) 5. Joe Sample “Raimbow Seeker” (1978 ABC Records) 6. Rodney Franklin “On The Path” (1978 Columbia) 7. Morrissey Mullen “Slipstream” (1981 Beggars Banquet) 8. Gerardo Frisina “Arrival” (2014 Schema) 9. Roman Andrén “It’s Nice” - live studio session (2008 P-Vine Records / Ajabu!) 10. Tom Lellis “Keeper Of The Flame” (2003 Adventure Music) 11. Cecilia Stalin - Kharl Cabral Simmons “Sunny Day” (2015) 12. Rhonda Thomas “Honey To a Be” (2015 Atlanta Records) 13. Dick Gyllander Quintet “Logical Space” (1978 A Disc) 14. Noel Pointer “Land Of Make Believe” (1981 Liberty Records) 15. Manfredo Fest “Arigo” (1979 Tabu Records) 16. Devadip Carlos Santana “Free As The Morning Sun” (1979 CBS) 17. Tony Esposito “Hum Allah, Hum Allah, Hum Allah” (1978 Philips)

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Tried though I might to have been the harbinger of Spring last Sunday, fairly inevitably seven days later I'm braced by wintry raw as I'm scudding down the Old Kent Rd. As I write the seasonal change seems to be trying to assert itself again,as nature endeavours to claw its way free from that cold embrace. Even so, around this time of year we tend to start anticipating Summer, contemplating the seemingly impossible shedding of layers, days on the beach, and nights filled with sweet festival sounds..... If you're thinking of heading anywhere this Summer look no further than the tremendous Southern Soul Festival in lovely Montenegro, the line-up is hard to resist.... Whilst the new website is under construction you can check the Facebook, still a few early bird tickets left, grab 'em!! https://www.facebook.com/events/299599816915683/ Whilst on such topics before we get in to the broadcast stuff, a couple more nights to check... A Friday night which bodes of great things... less than a 100 tickets left , so please come and join us if you feel the urge! https://www.facebook.com/events/809590672423254/ And next month there's a rare and maybe never to be repeated session featuring myself alongside my lovely Launette, back to back, in Manchester. https://www.facebook.com/events/1091302944229261/ So, Cosmic Jam..... I enjoyed this one; maybe sleep deprivation is good for me, having had to rise after an hour and a half's kip following another top session at Guzzo in Barcelona; it was the only flight available, at 9am! So I got back to Forge Towers, sorted a little tunage then retired to my pit for some not quite satisfactory shut-eye. Personally, I always find sleeping during the day disorienting, discombobulating and definitely not to be indulged in unless absolutely essential. It's just that it seems to take longer to wake up again, I hate that fuzziness! Of course after my jaunt down South on the bike I felt very much wide awake, and managed to stay focussed through the show; sometimes I hit a wall of fatigue, and doubtless sometimes that's pretty obvious in my delivery. First half hour freshness, female vocals, Nneka, Emily Saunders, Eska, Vanessa Freeman, Rhonda Thomas...actually the Eska track is from 2009, but easily as fresh as the rest. Good news is her album drops soon...at last, though I doubt it will have anything as obviously jazzy as this collaboration with Michael Olatuja. Latin, and harmony? At least so I dubbed the next section of the show. I must say I've been enjoying the Mambo/Descarga/Latin Jazz thing of late, not that I've ever fallen out of love with those hypnotic bass lines and rolling percussion grooves that are best described as by one of my old time record dealers, "dangerous dance music". He had a habit of scrawling on the back of record sleeves, thus diminishing their value considerably, and sometimes the letters DDM would appear next to a track title, just as they do on my copy of "Mighty Mongo". Bless you Brian! Suffice to say that the trio of tunes that closes this section, from Marvin Smitty Smith through Mongo Sanataria to Daniel Ponce are all deserving of the DDM tag. It's funny, but over the years I've observed that so many fans of Soul and Jazz (Fusion) who are avid vinyl buyers often steer clear of the Latin and Brazilian sections despite the pervasive influence of those rhythms and musical cultures in so much of the music they cherish (and buy). Maybe I'm just on the Latin Jazz tip at the moment as it's blatantly not trendy, African compilations, obscure South American or Brazilian funk and boogie, anything like that has got legs for the vinyl punter, but good old Latin (Jazz) barely gets a look in! Prior to that section of tunes the harmony, especially from Lambert Hendricks and Ross, Hendricks' Lyrics to Hi-Fly are hilarious especially when applied anachronistically to the modern hipster, though of course they were written for the original age of "jive cats". The O Quarteto track is sublime beyond words, it must be said the Brazilians have an incredible affinity with the art of harmony singing. Second half of the show and the back to back section is dominated by Quincy's epic Gula Matari which I usually balk at playing on account of its length. On Sunday night I just wanted to hear it again, and relished every note. It seemed to segué nicely out of Paul Horn's "Guinevere" and into Letta Mbulu's "Down By The River". The "funky folk"? tune that closes the section is a recent turn on, thank you Paul Hillery!! (ph on Mixcloud) Boogie to the top always seems to be my mantra for the final section of the show, for many reasons, staying awake, staying alive, keeping the groove, and generally banging the boogie. Hopefully this week's burst of dance-floor energy won't disappointment. 1. Nneka - Believe System 2. Emily Saunders - Summer Days 3. Michael Olatuja ft Eska. - Yi Yipada 4. Gomo ft Vanessa Freeman - Forever Love 5. Rhonda Thomas - I Love It 6. Arn Evans & Tradewinds - Sambatime 7. O Quarteto - Ceu E Mar 8. Lambert Hendricks & Ross - Hi-Fly 9. Marvin "Smitty" Smith - Salsa Blue 10. Mongo Santamaria - Sabor 11. Daniel Ponce - Oromi 12. Paul Horn - Guinevere 13. Quincy Jones - Gula Matari 14. Letta Mbulu - Down By The River 15. Bernie Leadon / Michael Georgiades Band - Callin' For Your Love 16. Tom Browne - Brighter Tomorrow 17. Bobby Humphrey - No Way 18. Samm Culley Band - Walk 19. The Sunburst Band - The Secret Life Of Us (The Reflex Revision) 20. Gwen Guthrie - Padlock

It's probably just as well that when I received the audio file of this week's show the bit at the beginning about having a cup of medicinal mushrooms to drink (chaga), was missing. Of course this was a source of much hilarity to Ross Allen, and nuff jokes abounded in the studio about Cosmic Jam/mushrooms/magic/hippies, which begs the question, am I? A hippy, that is... well I do drink medicinal mushrooms, am more or less vegan, love a bit of yoga/chi gong/meditation, however I don't wear tie-dye, smoke weed, or say "cosmic" much except in the context of the show. Hippies, if such a concept or subcultural group makes any sense in this day and age doubtless do come in many guises, and who's to say what kind of music they should like? In my experience a lot of those who ostensibly advocate the modern version of the "hippy" credo have pretty awful taste in music...psi-trance? Dodgy ambience with clichéd beats? It may be "cosmic", but it also lacks the soul and expansiveness that I search for in life and music. So what do I mean by cosmic? I've always thought of it as referencing Clinton's "Cosmic Slop"and the whole sic-fi, space obsessed vein that runs through music from Sun Ra to Earth Wind And Fire etc, that and the idea that the radio/airwaves/ether is a much more metaphysical space than the dance-floor, a space where music should necessarily and logically be more expansive. However my tastes also have a more terrestrial bent, I don't just spiral off into galactic reveries, at least not all the time! I very much doubt that I'm the best judge of my radio shows, after all they're not really for me. Having said that if I'm not pleasing myself the whole thing would be a fairly pointless exercise, after all the time that I've been in the game, I'd like to declare that I'm not really "in the game"; I'm just doing my thing, and I hope in doing so it reaches a few sympathetic ears and touches the odd soul. All I can say is that for whatever reasons, this particular Cosmic Jam pleased me more than most, maybe it's the balance of the tunes, the way I felt, the fact that I'd noticed the first stirrings of Spring that day, who knows? What I do know is that it kicks off with a cosmic nugget from Joe Claussell and Stefan Prescott's Spiritual Life which was undoubtedly one of my favourite labels during a period when I took much more interest in house music than I dip these days. The "Kuniyuki" remix of Slam Mode's "Pacifica" is certainly something of latter day hippy anthem, suitably expansive and a nice way to set up the show. Staying with newness for the first sequence there's more from The Rebirth, Rhonda Thomas, Native Dancer, and Ben Cox Band, all providing reasons to be cheerful and optimistic about the state of new music. Which is not something I'm feeling when I try to get with the latest crop electronic artists, but it's not for me to shout "emperor's new clothes".... The point I was trying to make about Mark Murphy's interpretation of Michel Colombier and Paul Williams "We Could Be Flying", (Williams also penned the words to We've Only Just Begun, so one might surmise he was something of an optimist!). The tune, which I've always loved, can certainly sound bombastic in the wrong hands, but Murphy brings such fluidity and looseness to proceedings he avoids those traps, and by underplaying the message he possibly nails the quintessential version. Another vocal gem follows, the album produced by (Jamaican born) Esmond Edwards, a man whose career is not often celebrated but whose credentials would rank him way up there amongst the greatest, is by Gloria Lynne, a vocalist who's career again had an enormous span and range, this version of "Out Of This World" is funky, fun, soulful and impeccably arranged. Following glorious Gloria, more lush female vocals from Flora Purim who at this time in the mid eighties was sounding beyond wonderful, her innate Brazilian swing and sweetness embellished by a seasoned huskiness. "Jogral" was written by the incredible José Neto, a Hendrix-like guitar genius who featured heavily in Airto and Flora's bands around this period. I saw Neto perform alongside Airto and Flora with the band Fourth World several times, and his playing never ceased to amaze and inspire. Grupo Afro Cuba Havana, a progressive Cuban outfit licenced to a European label, come with the fusion tinged but authentically lovely "Maria", Kahil El Zabaar I say plenty about on the show, and the Bill English tune "7th Ave Bill" is the kind of Jazz that needs little in the way of explanation, proper. The second hour kicks off with the Detroit Escalator Company's "Twilight Finding", a collaboration between DEC's Neil Ollivierra and Ayro, which may have been DEC's last release (2006), which is sad because Neil Ollivierra made some sumptuously gorgeous music under the DEC moniker. Matthew Halsall never fails to establish a great atmosphere on his recordings, they are conceptually almost flawless, and his treatment of Alice Coltrane's "Journey In Satchidananda" weighs in with the acoustic bass wringing every last drop of heaviness from that timeless line, and follows through with some beautiful flute work, and trumpet from the man himself. Independent and beautifully odd jazz follows in the shape of Jerry Granelli's "Aslan", bass-line heavy once again, as is Lani Hall's version of Lesley Duncan's "Love Song". Keeping the bass but getting supremely analogue synth (you don't get any better than T.O.N.T.O) Malcolm Cecil produced some of Gil Scott Heron's best work bringing his brand of sonic expertise into play, and the combination of that mellifluous synth bass and Gil's redoubtably upbeat "Better Days Ahead" is truly lovely. Last half hour veers between Latin tinged soulfulness and plain funkiness, the rare, the overlooked, the new and old all forming a fitting finale to a show which floated my boat. I hope it doesn't sink yours!! Peace, love, and medicinal mushrooms.. P.x 1. Slam Mode - Pacifica (Kuniyuki Takahashi remix) 2. Native Dancer - Until Frida Speaks 3. Rhonda Thomas - Oh Yay 4. Ben Cox Band - Either Or 5. The Rebirth - Halfway 6. Mark Murphy - We Could Be Flying 7. Gloria Lynne - Out Of this World 8. Flora Purim & Airto - Jogral 9. Grupo Afro Cubana Havana - Maria 10. Kahil El Zabaar Quartet - What It Is 11. Bill English - 7th Ave Bill 12. Detroit Escalator Company - Twilight Finding 13. Matthew Halsall's Gondwana Orchestra - Journey In Satchidanada 14. Jerry Granelli -Aslan 15. Lani Hall - Love Song 16. Gil Scott-Heron - Better Days Ahead 17. Mario Castro Neves - Subtle Chemistry 18. Ondrea Duverney - You What It's Like 19. Pacific Eardrum - Man Of Mystery 20. Boris Gardner - Ghetto Funk 21. Chocolate Milk - Spread A Little Love 22. Bobby Humphrey - Sunset Burgundy 23. The Rebirth - Caterpillar 24. Foreign Exchange - Take Off The Blues (live)

"It's the most wonderful time of the year!"  Jazz/Soul music diva Rhonda Thomas puts a whole new spin on some of your Christmas favorites. Join us for a delightful conversation with Rhonda Thomas.  Look at what others have had to say about her previous albums: I could not get enough of this album…The songs are amazing and the production is wonderful. Neosoulville.com   Memphis, TN   "Listen" is a live instrument package that takes you places because you feel it. One could easily make this album out for a painting, because there are many colors, textures, and hues that can be both seen, heard and felt throughout the album. SoulInterviews.com   United Kingdom Thomas' smoky, skilled styling and musical range are given more elbow room with the project's genre-hopping playlist — from the hard bop of  "Do What You Say" to the gospel of "Unmerited Favor." Lyrical buttercream ices Thomas' originally penned cuts, such as the heartfelt "Peppermint Leaves" and socially conscious "Darfur Woman." Creative Loafing Atlanta   Atlanta, GA

Atlanta-based singer Rhonda Thomas has become a favorite in the new Soul music scene, and for good reason. She's paid her dues over the last decade backing such artists as Isaac Hayes, India.Arie and others, and has captivated audiences during her sporadic solo stints as well as her participation in one of the most enjoyable new recording groups around. Possessing a deep, soulful voice that is most reminiscent of Maysa (with whom she has occasionally performed), Thomas scored a hit in the UK with her 1999 EP Rhonda. She followed in 2004 with Breathe New Life, a jazzy soul album that included a handful of very attractive cuts and which achieved notice both in America and Europe. It peaked at #3 on Listmania's Top Nu-Soul on the Net chart. It also received notice from syndicated radio host Michael Baisden, who featured Thomas on his show, introducing her to a larger urban music audience. “Wow, a human voice singing songs of substance. Not to knock anybody else but, this kind of presentation is missed by the mature music lover and should be a study by the younger generation. Hats off to production, musicianship, arrangement, vocals and don't miss the lyrics, it's a breath of fresh air. You go Rhonda!” –Isaac Hayes This review is from: Amazon.com Rhonda's incredible range and lush voice coupled with masterful production makes "Listen" a dynamic musical voyage! This is a SOUL ALBUM perfectly balanced with gospel influences on "Unmerited Favor", R&B

Rhonda Thomas was a featured soloist and background vocalist for Isaac Hayes for 11 years before his untimely passing. Rhonda served in that capacity while remaining extremely focused on elevating her solo musical career. Issac Hayes wholeheartedly supported Rhonda's desire to spread her wings musically. A resident of Atlanta, GA who performs nationally and internationally, Rhonda's natural talent, professional drive, and amazing charisma have landed her in the presence of greatness many times and has opened numerous doors for her. She has performed or shared the stage with Luther Vandross, Roberta Flack, Roy Ayers, and Sam Moore (of the legendary duo Sam and Dave) just to name a few. With her enchanting voice, Rhonda has stamped her name on the hearts of all that have witnessed her singing live. From bringing the roof down in Atlanta's Tabernacle when she sang with Incognito's powerhouse lead-singer Maysa Leak, to winning multiple awards in Harlem's Apollo Theater, to the 1996 Olympic Games crowds have fallen under the powerful spell of Rhonda's bold vocal styling. Rhonda's talents were also experienced by listeners on the other side of the globe. Her 2007 UK “Breathe New Life” Tour was met with glowing reviews. Rhonda was also asked to compose a song for Antigua-Barbuda's Travel and Tourism “365 Beaches”. Her boundless energy on stage enchants crowds as her voice exudes power and passion executed with precision. She hails from the Atlanta underground soul scene having performed with renowned artist India.Arie, Donnie (Motown), and is a member of the soul bossa group, Jiva. She wears her influences like an elegant gown draped with the improvisational skill and vocal acrobatics of Sarah Vaughn and Al Jarreau, and the depth and emotional effectiveness of Phyllis Hyman and Chaka Khan.

Rhonda Thomas was a featured soloist and background vocalist for Isaac Hayes for 11 years before his untimely passing. Rhonda served in that capacity while remaining extremely focused on elevating her solo musical career. Issac Hayes wholeheartedly supported Rhonda’s desire to spread her wings musically. A resident of Atlanta, GA who performs nationally and internationally, Rhonda’s natural talent, professional drive, and amazing charisma have landed her in the presence of greatness many times and has opened numerous doors for her. She has performed or shared the stage with Luther Vandross, Roberta Flack, Roy Ayers, and Sam Moore (of the legendary duo Sam and Dave) just to name a few. With her enchanting voice, Rhonda has stamped her name on the hearts of all that have witnessed her singing live. From bringing the roof down in Atlanta’s Tabernacle when she sang with Incognito’s powerhouse lead-singer Maysa Leak, to winning multiple awards in Harlem’s Apollo Theater, to the 1996 Olympic Games crowds have fallen under the powerful spell of Rhonda’s bold vocal styling. Rhonda’s talents were also experienced by listeners on the other side of the globe. Her 2007 UK “Breathe New Life” Tour was met with glowing reviews. Rhonda was also asked to compose a song for Antigua-Barbuda’s Travel and Tourism “365 Beaches”. Her boundless energy on stage enchants crowds as her voice exudes power and passion executed with precision. She hails from the Atlanta underground soul scene having performed with renowned artist India.Arie, Donnie (Motown), and is a member of the soul bossa group, Jiva. She wears her influences like an elegant gown draped with the improvisational skill and vocal acrobatics of Sarah Vaughn and Al Jarreau, and the depth and emotional effectiveness of Phyllis Hyman and Chaka Khan. http://www.indiereviewcd.com https://twitter.com/IndieRevue https://www.instagram.com/indie.review https://www.facebook.com/indie.review --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/indie-review/support

1.Darius & Savon – Love Jones 2.Eric Roberson – Newness 3.Yoshi – Pillow Talk (feat Darien Brockington) 4.Jill Scott – Talk To Me 5.Anu Sun – Ms.In You (Hey Love) feat Leron Thomas & Chris Dave 6.Slum Village – 2U4U 7.Mar – 2U4U (Slum Village Variation) 8.Paul Mabon – Toothbrush 9.Aaries – Give It Up 10.Slakah The Beatchild – Down 11.Zhane – Crush (J-Finesse Dangerously Riffed Remix) 12.Dre Biggity & Damar Davis – Find A Way (Tribe Tribute Mix) 13.Scorpio Blues – Second Guessing 14.N’Dambi – Can’t Hardly Wait 15.DJ Day – Learning To Fly (feat Miles Bonny) 16.Dwele – My Lova 17.Erykah Badu – Sometimes 18.The Foreign Exchange – Come Around 19.Mark De Clive Lowe – Teena (Lovergirl Syberized) feat Sy Smith 20.Rhonda Thomas – The Light (Al Ross Remix) For more music and videos visit http://www.soulpodcast.com

As some of you already know I have been releasing weekly mixes on various sites and exposing your ears to great indie soul artists who (IMO) should be in rotation. With that said I have taken the challenge to do a weekly online radio show on Rhythm and Soul Radio.  The 1hr show will start the second week of October!!! But in the meantime, The RnS family and I would like to share with you this 1hr promo mix for my upcoming weekly show.  Be sure to subscribe to the RnS newsletter on the site, as we do our part to provide you with the best in GOOD MUSIC.  And now the Playlist: SONG TITLE ARTIST   Crown Royale (Timmy Regisford Mix)  Jill Scott Star (Rp's Club Mix) Reel People Feat. Tony Momrelle In Time (feat. V) DJ Jazzy Jeff "Believe" (Applejac's Believe It Or Not remix) Raheem Devaughn I Realize (DJ Kemit Remix) Rhonda Thomas Secreto Ezel feat. Carlos Mena & Djinji Brown It Will Be feat. Tony Momrelle (RP's Club Mix) Reel People Sweat No Sleep (Broken Soul Dub Mix) Atjazz And Mark De Clive Lowe East To West (What Is This Thing Maison Dame Enjoy It Now Tortured Soul On The Go Fatima The Answer Slakah the Beatchild Feat. Melanie Durrant Let Me Know (feat. Eric Roberson) Angela Johnson The Way That I Feel Vikter Duplaix Nothing is for free (LuiGi‚Äôs remix) Boohgaloo Zoo I Want You Cee-Lo Manwomanboggie (Feat. Amanda Diva) Q-Tip Any Other Love Rahsaan Patterson You Are Jay Soul Let Your Hair Down Dwele All Kinds Of Things Darien ME TY ft.Erik Rico Sacrifice (Feat. Yahzarah) Darien Brockington Grown Dwele Borrow You (spacecakemix) Eric Roberson The Highest (Extended Live Redit) MeLo-X Everything is Everything (Remix) Anthony David Party Done f. Mos Def Medina Green Fallen Saunders Sermons Hangover Dwele