Thu, 6 July 2023
Black Canada Talking™ is a live online event that provides Black Canadians opportunity to give their takes and POVs on stories that are of importance to them. Our guest on today’s show is Kara Morgan. Kara Morgan is a serial entrepreneur and the Owner and Founder of PlanIt! Efficiency Solutions Inc. – a boutique consultancy in Southern Ontario that she founded in 2012. Her business provides efficiency products and services to growth-oriented service providers. Using a end-to-end approach, her products support energy conscious and efficiency seeking businesses that know the importance of comfort and how the environment can impact productivity. Through automation and simplified workflows, they help business owners automate and scale their businesses by focusing on operational efficiency, energy efficiency, client comfort and engagement. The Social Purpose division helps racialized single income mothers become financially independent through business ownership and self employment in the construction and tech industries where they are noticeably underrepresented and the target of racism. Systemic anti-racism education is one of the endeavours undertaken by this division. She has been an Anti-racism Educator and Facilitator for over 30 years and has delivered anti-racism workshops and webinars to adults and children, in private organizations, and school boards in Alberta and Ontario. Through advocacy work in the Black and broader community, Kara hopes to promote a unified understanding of racism to challenge what is currently prevalent in the media and popular culture which prevents us from seeing the bigger issues around anti-Black systemic racism. In addition to running her business, she is also the Director of Operations and Secretary for the Afro Canadian Contractors Association (ACCA), an Instructional Facilitator, Industry Expert and Lead Mentor at Innovation Guelph, a non-profit organization that supports entrepreneurs and aws an Expert Advisor for #StartupChats – a live monthly Twitter chat from 2013 to 2022. For 3 years she facilitated the Rhyze Ventures program at Innovation Guelph which is an incubator that supports women entrepreneurs through mentorship and training. The module she delivers is the Psychology of Decision-Making and Unconscious Bias which focuses heavily on systemic racism. Kara holds a BA in Psychology, and certifications in Project Management, Technical Writing and is completing her certification as a Business Process Architect. She is an avid biker and loves to explore nature. She is a community builder and advocates for children, youth and single income parents. She is the mother of two whom she describes as her greatest teachers. Recently, Kara was on our show. During our conversation, Kara talked about: – Some of her journey You can contact Kara via: Website Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Wed, 28 June 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aisha K. Staggers, Jill Jones & Laura “LaLa” Key “State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa – June 24, 2023″
Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company. As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education. Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats’ Women’s Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy. Ms. Jones is an activist, feminist, and a former collaborator with Paisley Park. Laura “La La” Key is a powerhouse vocalist, livestreamer and active Real Estate professional. She has managed a major live-streaming App and teaches courses in social media promotion. When she is not busy making joke memes, cussing out politicians or cooking amazing gourmet dishes, she travels the globe recording and performing original music with her artist husband. Most recently the pair traveled to Rio de Janerio, Brazil and Porto, Portugal to perform vocal parts in the studio for their latest album release. On the June 24, 2023 episode of State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa, the ladies talked about: – The Titan submersible accident You can find more about Ms. Staggers via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Jones via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Key via: Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Thu, 22 June 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aisha K. Staggers, Jill Jones & Laura “LaLa” Key “State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa – June 18, 2023″
Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company. As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education. Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats’ Women’s Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy. Ms. Jones is an activist, feminist, and a former collaborator with Paisley Park. Laura “La La” Key is a powerhouse vocalist, livestreamer and active Real Estate professional. She has managed a major live-streaming App and teaches courses in social media promotion. When she is not busy making joke memes, cussing out politicians or cooking amazing gourmet dishes, she travels the globe recording and performing original music with her artist husband. Most recently the pair traveled to Rio de Janerio, Brazil and Porto, Portugal to perform vocal parts in the studio for their latest album release. During the June 18, 2023 episode of State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa, Jill and LaLa talked about tonight are: – DOJ seeks protective order to prevent Trump from releasing classified materials amid ongoing investigation You can find more about Ms. Staggers via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Jones via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Key via: Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Tue, 20 June 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Canada Talking™ “The Second Permanent Forum for People Of African Descent (UNPFPAD)”
Black Canada Talking™ is a live online event that provides Black Canadians opportunity to give their takes and POVs on stories that are of importance to them. A Black Canadians Civil Society Coalition, who attended and participated in the first UN session on the Permanent Forum for People of African Descent (UNPFPAD), in Geneva on December 05 – 08, 2022, have contributed to policy recommendations towards achieving the full human rights for people of African descent in Canada. The coalition attended the 2nd UNPFPAD in New York on May 30 – June 2, 2023 to share their policy recommendations and work with others to promote and protect the critical objectives of the UN International Decade for People of African Descent (UNDPAD). Recently, Dr. Vibe™ had a conversation about the Permanent Forum with Cesar Ndema Moussa and special guests Hodan Ahmed, UN Fellow and Richard Sharpe before they left for the the 2nd UNPFPAD in New York on May 30 – June 2, 2023. People can find out more information about Permanent Forum for People of African Descent at: https://www.un.org/en/observances/decade-people-african-descent/permanent-forum Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Sun, 18 June 2023
Dr. Alicia Watkins is a full professor of social work and a licensed clinical therapist. She is also the founder of Coaching with Dr. Alicia, LLC, as a certified couples coach focusing on providing evidence-based skills to couples who wish to get married, improve their communication skills, and foster healthy relationships. As a mother of three children, Dr. Alicia wishes to use her own life experiences related to love, marriage, community building, self-exploration, and commitment to respectful living to inspire couples to become stronger together. She also works as a part time therapist at Alliance Counselling and Coaching, where she helps individuals, couples, and families heal from past issues that hinder current functioning. Dr. Alicia has been a licensed therapist for 17 years and considers this work to be her lifelong passion. As a full-time professor of social work at the University of St. Francis, Dr. Alicia enjoys training adult learners on techniques to become professional social workers. She teaches courses on cultural competency, advanced research, field education, and social work practice. Dr. Alicia obtained her master’s degree in social work from the University of Chicago in 2000 and earned her doctoral degree in social work from Florida State University in 2008. She has published 10 professional articles and has presented at over 20 professional social work conferences. Recently, Dr. Alicia was on our show talking about A Message Of Hope For Black Fathers. During our conversation, Dr. Alicia talked about: – Her father You can contact Dr. Alicia via: Instagram Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Thu, 15 June 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aisha K. Staggers, Jill Jones & Laura “LaLa” Key “State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa – June 10, 2023″
Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company. As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education. Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats’ Women’s Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy. Ms. Jones is an activist, feminist, and a former collaborator with Paisley Park. Laura “La La” Key is a powerhouse vocalist, livestreamer and active Real Estate professional. She has managed a major live-streaming App and teaches courses in social media promotion. When she is not busy making joke memes, cussing out politicians or cooking amazing gourmet dishes, she travels the globe recording and performing original music with her artist husband. Most recently the pair traveled to Rio de Janerio, Brazil and Porto, Portugal to perform vocal parts in the studio for their latest album release. On the June 10, 2023 episode of State Of Things With Aisha Jill & LaLa, Aisha and Jill talked were: – 45’s criminal indictment is unsealed, shows he faces 37 charges You can find more about Ms. Staggers via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Jones via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Key via: Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Thu, 8 June 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aisha K. Staggers, Jill Jones & Laura “LaLa” Key “State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa – June 3, 2023″
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Tue, 6 June 2023
Black Canada Talking™ is a live online event that provides Black Canadians opportunity to give their takes and POVs on stories that are of importance to them. Recently, Lisa Dennis was a guest on Black Canada Talking™. Lisa Dennis is an award winning entrepreneur who received her Masters of Science from Dalhousie and is now doing doctoral studies at Boston University. A rehabilitation professional since 1999 she has experience in program coordination, setting up rehab departments, case management, community care, teaching at a private college, culturally competent clinical practice, as well as working with aboriginal youth-at-risk and inmates. She owns her own rehabilitation company in Halifax offering brain rehab services to people of all ages. She has struggled with personal experiences with her own brain-based disorders and this drives her to find cutting edge interventions to help heal brains. She has training in rehab techniques to help with trauma, mental illnesses, concussions, reading and learning difficulties. She also has a special interest in post traumatic slave syndrome, the school to prison pipeline, and in finding ways to improve health outcomes and services for black people. She is a proud African Canadian from Montreal and mother of 2 teenagers. She enjoys a good boxing, Zumba, or weight training workout. During our conversation, Lisa talked about: – Some her life You can contact Lisa via: Website Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Tue, 30 May 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aisha K. Staggers, Jill Jones & Laura “LaLa” Key “State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa – May 27, 2023″
Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company. As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education. Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats’ Women’s Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy. Ms. Jones is an activist, feminist, and a former collaborator with Paisley Park. Laura “La La” Key is a powerhouse vocalist, livestreamer and active Real Estate professional. She has managed a major live-streaming App and teaches courses in social media promotion. When she is not busy making joke memes, cussing out politicians or cooking amazing gourmet dishes, she travels the globe recording and performing original music with her artist husband. Most recently the pair traveled to Rio de Janerio, Brazil and Porto, Portugal to perform vocal parts in the studio for their latest album release. On the May 28, 2023 episode of State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa, the topics that Aisha and Jill talked about were: – US debt ceiling talks continue into weekend amid signs deal is close You can find more about Ms. Staggers via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Jones via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Key via: Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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Wed, 24 May 2023
The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aisha K. Staggers, Jill Jones & Laura “LaLa” Key “State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa – May 20, 2023″
Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company. As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education. Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats’ Women’s Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy. Ms. Jones is an activist, feminist, and a former collaborator with Paisley Park. Laura “La La” Key is a powerhouse vocalist, livestreamer and active Real Estate professional. She has managed a major live-streaming App and teaches courses in social media promotion. When she is not busy making joke memes, cussing out politicians or cooking amazing gourmet dishes, she travels the globe recording and performing original music with her artist husband. Most recently the pair traveled to Rio de Janerio, Brazil and Porto, Portugal to perform vocal parts in the studio for their latest album release. On the May 20, 2023 episode of State Of Things With Aisha, Jill & LaLa, Jill and LaLa talked about: – Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene introduces articles of impeachment against Biden You can find more about Ms. Staggers via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Jones via: Twitter You can find out more about Ms. Key via: Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Subscribe to The Dr. Vibe Show™ YouTube channel here Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook Fan Page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
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