Andray Domise is a contributing editor for Maclean’s, one of Canada’s national magazines. Andray is also a director at Konvo Media. As a storyteller, he has published essays on everything from policing and racial profiling, to the narrative structure of video games, to the history of US-Haiti reIations. He often called on to speak on radio and television regarding race, pop culture, politics, and history. As it turns out, there really is a niche for gaming nerds who read books on history and critical race theory in bed.

Recently, Andray was on our show talking about How Do Canadians Feel About Immigration?.

Please click here to read Andray’s article The rise of an uncaring Canada.

During our conversation, Andray talked about:

– Some of his background and why he writes
– That the media and politicians do a bad job of explaining the value of immigration to Canadians
– Some of his thoughts on a recent Canadian poll that shows that many Canadians feel that there are too many visible minorities immigrating into Canada (click here to view the poll)
– Why he feels that immigration is necessary for Canada and its labor force and social services
– The media not framing the immigration situation properly
– The influence that the United States have on this issue
– The lack of Canadian government experience when it comes to immigration
– The impact will the immigration issue have on the upcoming Canadian national election

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Email

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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.

On the April 24, 2019 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– 45 obstructing justice
– #MorningJoe
– The U.S. census and citizenship question
– The She The People conference where eight 2020 Democratic candidates talked to Black women
– Joe Biden getting ready to announce that he will be seeking the United States Democratic Party nomination for President

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Twitter
HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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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.

On the April 20, 2019 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– The Mueller Report

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Twitter
HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Dr. Lawrence Rasheed, Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw .

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Folks Rally Around Tiger Woods’ Masters Win And Keep It Real About The Good And The Bad In His Story

The Dr. Vibe Show™: A Tale Of Two Churches – How The Notre Dame Cathedral Illustrates America’s Unwillingness To Acknowledge Black Suffering

The Dr. Vibe Show™: A Portrait Of The White House And Its Culture Of Dishonesty

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Attention Black People – It’s Your Fault Should Donald Trump Get Re-Elected In 2020

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Women Inspire Black Men; We Just Don’t Say It Enough

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Keturah Kendrick

Host of the groundbreaking podcast, Unchained. Unbothered., Keturah Kendrick fancies herself the Ambassador of Freedom for the 21st century woman. She sees it as her mission to convince women across the globe that they are enough for themselves. In addition to featuring globally-minded women who choose non-traditional paths on her show, she has written about the triumphs and challenges of living out loud while female on her own blog, Yet Another Single Gal, and for numerous publications such as Single Girls Rock, Non Parents, The Unfit Christian and The Not Mom. She regularly writes for Medium.com and her first book, No Thanks: Black, Female, and Living in the Martyr-Free Zone, will be published in June.

Recently, Ms. Kendrick was on our show talking about The Importance Of Listening To Your Voice.

During the conversation, Ms. Kendrick talked about:

– Some of her background including growing up in New Orleans and living in New York
– The values her parents instilled in her while she was growing up that she carries with her today
– How she got involved with writing and literature
– The origin of her first name
– The voice that told her to go to from New York to Africa and her memories of Africa
– The voice that told her to move from Africa to China and how she is enjoying China
– The voice that has told her to move from China and go back to New York
– Her thoughts when it comes to listening to her voice

You can find out more about Ms. Kendrick via:

Website
Unchained. Unbothered. – Podcast
Yet Another Single Gal
Medium
Facebook
Instagram

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Serena Wills

Serena Wills is a native New Yorker and currently resides in the Washington, DC area. She holds a BA in Policy Studies from Syracuse University an MPA from Virginia Tech and studying for her MA in Health and Wellness Coaching. She’s a nonprofit guru, a published author and spoken word artist. Her previous publications include her first poetry book titled, Reconstruction, Pieces of Life, Volume 1 was released in 2014 and is available on her website, Amazon and Barnes and Noble. She’s also published in numerous anthologies and is a contributing writer/health and wellness blogger for online magazines and websites.

Serena is a mother to her beautiful son and is an advocate for Ovarian Cancer, GYN Cancers, HIV/AIDS, Lymphoma and Lyme Disease research and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc..

Recently, Ms. Wills was on our show talking about Taking Care of Our Elders – Part Two.

– Some resources and supports for caregivers in America
– Some of the things that people don’t have in place when it comes to care giving
– The importance of having a power of attorney and life insurance
– The lack of information about being a caregiver
– Assisted living facilities and the cost of getting a loved one into one
– The importance of caregivers taking care of themselves and having a support system
– Being a caregiver and dealing with creditors

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Email

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The official launch of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) takes place on Thursday April 25th, 2019 at Metro Hall, 55 John Street at 6:00pm with guest panelists Nadia Theodore, Consul General of Canada to the Southeastern United States, Ron Busby, President/CEO of the U.S Black Chambers and Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion. “I always say that we must ‘see it to be it’ and so the importance of an ecosystem and network that will encourage and support the proliferation and success of Black-owned and Black-led businesses cannot be overstated,” says Ng.

The focus of the evening’s discussion will include:

· Breaking Down Barriers To Growth

· Supporting Black Entrepreneurship

· Investing In Black-owned Businesses

· Access to Capital & Funders

· U.S & Global Trade

The Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to aiding in the growth, development and success of Black businesses across the country. “The goal of the Chamber is to be the national voice of Black Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs,” explains founder Michael Forrest, president of Forrest Management Group. “We are dedicated to building a prosperous Black Canadian community.”

More than 150 guests and dignitaries will attend the inaugural CBCC celebration – among the invited guests: Black Business Professional Association (BBPA), Afro Caribbean Business Network (ACBN), ByBlacks.com, The Jamaican-Canadian Association and Caribbean African Canadian Social Services.

“I’m excited about the opportunities that the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce can provide to Canadian businesses, especially as they seek to grow in the U.S. market and globally,” said Consul General Nadia Theodore. Adds U.S Black Chambers President Ron Busby, “Without a doubt, it will serve as a key resource to Black Canadian entrepreneurs.”

A 2015 survey by the BBPA Council Advisory Body of the City of Toronto found that Black businesses who participated were predominantly self-employed (48%) and 32% of them employed two to five individuals. Only 1 % employed at least 101 employees. With a population of approximately 200, 000 in the GTA who identify as Black, there is a need for an organization like the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce to assist in growth, development and networking – not only in Toronto – but across the country. Affiliate CBCC chapters will be launching in other provinces in the coming weeks.

Michael Forrest – Founder – Canadian Black Chamber Of Commerce

Recently, Michael Forrest, founder of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce, was on our show.

During our conversation, Mr. Forrest talked about:

– Some of his background and some of his career including when did he decide to become an entrepreneur
– The history behind the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce
– The four C’s: Community, Culture, Centres, Commerce
– The response of other organizations when they reached out to them
– Some of the challenges that Black Canadians face when starting a business
– Some of the resources and services that the Chamber is planning to equip Black Canadians with
– The diversity on their board
– Some of the special guests attending the April 25th launch
– “Canada, the north star of the Black renaissance.”
– The Chamber’s plans to expand across Canada
– The measures of success in the next year for the organization
– That it is a great time for Black Canadians to consider entrepreneurship
– How does a well run Chamber work

You can find our more information about the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce via:

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Twitter
Facebook 
Instagram
Linkedin

Canadian Black Chamber Of Commerce Official Launch – April 25, 2019 – Toronto, Ontario

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One day you’re gonna be the one driving and a police officer is gonna pull you over. Cause they can. So they will. When that happens, what are you gonna do?

February 26, 2012, Florida. A 17-year-old Black boy wearing a hoodie leaves a 7/11 carrying a bag of Skittles and an iced tea. He never makes it home. Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers and Little Brothers invites us into one teen’s now-infamous last moments, and his intricate dance to the afterlife.

Written by Makambe K. Simamba and presented by b current performing arts, Our Fathers builds a space for the Black community to grieve together and interrogates the relationship between personal tragedy and community anguish. Our Fathers was developed with the support of Alberta Theatre Projects and runs at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre April 11 to 18, 2019.

Catherine Hernandez

Recently, we had a conversation with Catherine Hernandez, Artistic Director, B Current Performing Arts about the play Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers And Little Brothers.

During our conversation, Ms. Hernandez talked about:

– Some of her background including how she got into artistic world and she became the artistic director of B Current Performing Arts
– The story behind Our Fathers, Sons, Love And Little Brothers and what it is about
– Some special moments from the production
– Some of her thoughts about the incidents of unarmed Black people killed by the police and the state of race and gender relations
– Where she was when the Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown incidents happened
– what would Makambe K. Simamba (writer and star of the production) and B Current Performing Arts would like the audience to remember after seeing the play
– Some words of encouragement and hope to the Black community

For more information about Our Fathers, Sons, Lovers And Little Brothers please click here.

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Twitter
Facebook

You can find out more information about B Current Performing Arts via:

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The scheduled panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw .

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Johnson Publishing Company Files For Bankruptcy

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump’s Other Base

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Privileged

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘Cops Only Tackled Me And My Friend’ – Why A Dark Skin Tone Makes Activism Dangerous

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why Black People Discriminate Among Ourselves – The Toxic Legacy Of Colorism

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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.

On the April 10, 2019 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– United States Attorney General William Barr being questioned by the House Of Representatives and the Senate
– Immigration in America and the shakeup at the Department of Homeland Security
– United States Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Maxine Walters had a heated conversation before the House Financial Services Committee on yesterday
– More candidates jumping in the race for the Democratic Presidential nomination

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The panelist for last Sunday’s show was: Galen Bingham.

Mr. Bingham gave his commnents on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: It Hurts To See Nipsey Hussle’s Life Not Mattering

The Dr. Vibe Show™: America Has Stalled On Equal Pay

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Alt Right Is Fueled By Toxic Masculinity — And Vice Versa

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Raising Children Under Suspicion And Criminalization

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump’s Sales Pitch To Black Voters — Look At The Economy! — Is Getting A Bit Wobbly

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Recently, Dr. Vibe and Lee Rosen, program lead for the Men And Masculinity Summit hosted the conversation How Are Men Handling #MeToo?

During the conversation, men talked about the following subjects:

- Are men talking about #MeToo? If they are, what are they saying?
- What effect has political correctness having on men when it comes to #MeToo?
- The effect that #MeToo is had on relationships between men and women
- If #MeToo become a power struggle
- The importance of men having a sense of themselves
- If the #MeToo  has swung too far in one direction

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Spelling Bee of Canada/Épelle-Moi Canada’s Regional Competitions across Canada began on Saturday, March 2, and continue through Sunday, April 7, 2019. Over 4000 English and French spelling bee participants in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia will be competing for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place titles in three age divisions: Primary (ages 6-8), Junior (ages 9-11), and Intermediate (ages 12-14). Each first place Regional winner advances to the Canadian Championships, to be held in Richmond Hill, ON, on Sunday, May 5, 2019.

“With such strong participation again this year, the message is clear – spelling bees are good for our kids, youth and our communities,” says Dr. Nagina Parmar, President of Spelling Bee of Canada (SBOC). “With the support of parents, Chapter Presidents and volunteers, we’re encouraging young people to expand their vocabulary, communication skills and self-confidence by providing a foundation for future scholastic achievements through our theme of ‘Education + Perseverance = Success’.”

Incorporating technology to better meet the changing needs of participants and their families, is one of SBOC’s modernizations. Over the past months, bee participants have been preparing for the challenging words they will encounter by using SBOC’s web-based coaching app to practice anytime, anywhere, on any web-enabled device. This is just one of the many advancements the new board members are advocating.

“We’re thrilled to have passionate new board members join us this year. Coming from spelling bee backgrounds, they’re adding new perspectives, sharing their expertise and are dedicated to helping us reach our goals,” says Julie Spence, SBOC’s CEO and Founder. “As a registered charity, we depend on like-minded businesses, organizations and individuals to contribute time, materials, service and/or funds to make our spelling bees and educational programs possible.”

In its 32nd year, SBOC has welcomed over 50,000 children as spelling bee participants. SBOC, a not-for-profit grassroots organization, was established in the greater Toronto area in 1987 and led to the development of an Ontario Spelling Bee. Since then, SBOC has been promoting children and youth literacy with the mission to enrich the children and youth learning experience and engage schools and the community at large in an annual education process.

Long-term, SBOC plans on establishing chapters in each province and territory in order to create a National Spelling Bee, providing access to English and French language learning through their proprietary online platforms and ultimately engaging approximately one million participants across Canada.

Recently, Dorine Joelle from Spelling Bee Of Canada was live on our show.

During our conversation, Ms. Joelle talked about:

– Epoi Moi Of Canada (French version of The Spelling Bee Of Canada)
– some background on The Spelling Bee Of Canada and Epoi Moi Of Canada
– How did her and Julie Spence (the founder of Spelling Bee of Canada) met
– The first event that the organizations collaborated on
– the process to qualify for the contest
– How the contest is a year round process
– Literacy in Canada
– Making the children the focus of the competition not the parents
– The biggest change that she has seen with the organization

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Serena Wills

Serena Wills is a native New Yorker and currently resides in the Washington, DC area. She holds a BA in Policy Studies from Syracuse University an MPA from Virginia Tech and studying for her MA in Health and Wellness Coaching. She’s a nonprofit guru, a published author and spoken word artist. Her previous publications include her first poetry book titled, Reconstruction, Pieces of Life, Volume 1 was released in 2014 and is available on her website, Amazon and Barnes and Noble. She’s also published in numerous anthologies and is a contributing writer/health and wellness blogger for online magazines and websites.

Serena is a mother to her beautiful son and is an advocate for Ovarian Cancer, GYN Cancers, HIV/AIDS, Lymphoma and Lyme Disease research and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc..

Recently, Ms. Wills was on our show talking about Taking Care of Our Elders.

During our conversation, Ms. Wills talked about:

– Why did she want to chat about this subject
– Some of her mother shares mother’s battle with ovarian cancer, how it impacted her and how she became a care giver for her mother
– The need for balance when you are a caregiver
– The support she received and the support she did not receive while her mother was sick
– The importance of elders having life insurance
– Self care is a must if you are a care giver

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Chetachi A. Egwu

Chetachi A. Egwu is a Nigerian American professor, writer/producer, filmmaker, dancer/choreographer, artist and actor . She earned a BA in Communication from the University of Buffalo in 1996, then moved on to Howard University in Washington, DC, where she completed a Masters and Ph.D. in Mass Communication.

Dr. Egwu has served as a faculty member in the communication departments at Morgan State University, The George Washington University and Nova Southeastern University. She is currently communication faculty at the University of Maryland University College.

Her work has been featured in academic journals, newspapers and online publications such as The Grio and The Burton Wire, her creative nature reaches beyond writing. Dr. Egwu is also a dancer/choreographer and was a member of Carla and Company, Coyaba Dance Theater, Choreographers Collaboration Project in Washington DC and featured in several other projects. An avid filmmaker, she is currently co-producer and co-director for the documentaries Runway Afrique and No Justice, No Peas: Getting A Veggie In The Hood, and co-producer, director and cinematographer for the documentary Sunshine Chic. Dr. Egwu also is the host of MediaScope on the streaming platforms Periscope and Facebook Live live on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Eastern.

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Mediascope – Facebook

Lia Miller

Featured in Griots Republic magazine, Nia Magazine, Heart & Soul Magazine, Times Union (the leading newspaper for the New York state capital district), and on http://GovLoop.com , http://BlackandMarriedWithKids.com (BMWK), http://Blavity.com , http://HuffingtonPost.com , http://theGrio.com , the Dr. Vibe Show, and more, Lia Miller (also known online as Lia World Traveler) is an award-winning blogger, sought after freelance writer, children’s book author, clinically trained social worker with emphasis on childhood and family dynamics, diversity and social inclusion advocate, event producer, social media personality, public speaker, and foreign policy expert. She is also the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Peace & Purpose (P&P), a social enterprise that serves as a catalyst and launch pad for female entrepreneurs worldwide to expand to new markets, grow their businesses, and in the process, improve their own lives and in turn, their communities. Lia is a wife and mother of two, current foreign service officer/diplomat, and lives overseas in La Paz, Bolivia. Find her online at http://LiaWorldTraveler.com or @liaworldtraveler (@liaworldtravels on Twitter) across social media.

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Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

Recently, Dr. Egrw and Ms. Miller were live on our show talking about What Are Black Women Afraid Of?.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– Lia makes two big announcements
– The reason why Black women have to be strong
– Have their mothers ever shown fear
– If Black women’s fears are the same today as during their mothers time
– Why do many Black women keep things inside
– “Society is making sure that Black women be insecure.” Tachi
– How are young Black women dealing with this issue
– It being okay for Black women to get therapy

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: LeRon Barton and Melvin Lars.

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Fentanyl Drug Overdose Deaths Rising Most Sharply Among African Americans

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The U.S. Health Care System Needs More Diversity

The Dr. Vibe Show™: A History Of Recent Attacks Linked To White Supremacy

The Dr. Vibe Show™: A Mother Explains Why She’s Not Raising Her Son To Follow ‘Black Codes’

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘You’re Not Supposed To Betray Your Race’ – The Challenge Faced by Black Women Accusing Black Men

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw .

The panelists discussing the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘Leaving Neverland’ And What To Do With Michael Jackson’s Music

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why Won’t More Black Women Do What Tamron Hall Did?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump’s Black Supporters – Inside A Small And Divided World

The Dr. Vibe Show™: A Black Man’s View – 5 Ways To Be A Better Male Ally In The Workplace

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Economic Anxiety Is Not Just For White Men

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Dr. Lawrence Rasheed and Melvin Lars.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Need To Protect Black Celebs Like Michael Jackson

The Dr. Vibe Show™: As Black Men, Here Are 4 Ways We Can Hold Ourselves Accountable And Help End Sexual Assault

The Dr. Vibe Show™: For Women’s History Month, Support Black Professional Women

The Dr. Vibe Show™: African-Americans Are The Democrats’ Most Loyal Constituency

The Dr. Vibe Show™: I Wrote The Book On Black Fatherhood. And I Was Wrong.

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Chetachi A. Egwu

Chetachi A. Egwu is a Nigerian American professor, writer/producer, filmmaker, dancer/choreographer, artist and actor . She earned a BA in Communication from the University of Buffalo in 1996, then moved on to Howard University in Washington, DC, where she completed a Masters and Ph.D. in Mass Communication.

Dr. Egwu has served as a faculty member in the communication departments at Morgan State University, The George Washington University and Nova Southeastern University. She is currently communication faculty at the University of Maryland University College.

Her work has been featured in academic journals, newspapers and online publications such as The Grio and The Burton Wire, her creative nature reaches beyond writing. Dr. Egwu is also a dancer/choreographer and was a member of Carla and Company, Coyaba Dance Theater, Choreographers Collaboration Project in Washington DC and featured in several other projects. An avid filmmaker, she is currently co-producer and co-director for the documentaries Runway Afrique and No Justice, No Peas: Getting A Veggie In The Hood, and co-producer, director and cinematographer for the documentary Sunshine Chic. Dr. Egwu also is the host of MediaScope on the streaming platforms Periscope and Facebook Live live on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Eastern.

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Lia Miller

Featured in Griots Republic magazine, Nia Magazine, Heart & Soul Magazine, Times Union (the leading newspaper for the New York state capital district), and on http://GovLoop.com , http://BlackandMarriedWithKids.com (BMWK), http://Blavity.com , http://HuffingtonPost.com , http://theGrio.com , the Dr. Vibe Show, and more, Lia Miller (also known online as Lia World Traveler) is an award-winning blogger, sought after freelance writer, children’s book author, clinically trained social worker with emphasis on childhood and family dynamics, diversity and social inclusion advocate, event producer, social media personality, public speaker, and foreign policy expert. She is also the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Peace & Purpose (P&P), a social enterprise that serves as a catalyst and launch pad for female entrepreneurs worldwide to expand to new markets, grow their businesses, and in the process, improve their own lives and in turn, their communities. Lia is a wife and mother of two, current foreign service officer/diplomat, and lives overseas in La Paz, Bolivia. Find her online at http://LiaWorldTraveler.com or @liaworldtraveler (@liaworldtravels on Twitter) across social media.

You can find more about Ms. Miller via:

Website 
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

Recently, Dr. Egrw and Ms. Miller were live on our show talking about WThoughts On How To Incorporate Black History And Black Contributions Into Broader Educational Curriculum.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– Why Lia wanted to talk about this subject
– “If you are not doing an adequate job of incorporating Black history into the broader scope of American history your history in incomplete.” Tachi
– How much Black history were both of them exposed to while they were growing up

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The scheduled panelists for last Sunday’s show were: LeRon Barton, Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why White School Districts Have So Much More Money

The Dr. Vibe Show™: 2020 Democrats Wrestle With A Big Question – What Are Reparations?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: We Teach Black Boys Sports Are Their Only Hope. What If We Let Them Dream Bigger?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Men Need To Create A Space For Healing – Brandon Hay

The Dr. Vibe Show™: We’ve Never Had A Black History Month Like This Before

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LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD.

Recently, Mr. Barton was on our show talking about his recent article The Minimising Of The Sexual Assault Of Black Boys.

During the conversation, LeRon talked about:

– Why he wrote the article
– The lack of attention about this subject
– Why it is normal for a Black boy to have sex at a young age? Why is not a concern?
– The assumption that Black men and boys cannot be raped
– Black boys can never be innocent and often are viewed as a predator
– The response to the article
– The effect that this has on Black boys and men's emotions
– The importance of therapy for Black men

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A fitting grand finale for Black History Month, the first Black Canadian-made film of 2019 launches into general theatrical release on Thursday, February 28, 2019. Black Canadian filmmaker Frances-Anne Solomon’s internationally acclaimed feature film, HERO, makes its Canadian theatrical premiere at TIFF Bell Lightbox, located at 350 King St. W., Toronto, ON. In celebration of HERO’s achievement, Ghanian superstar Adjetey Anang, and British rising star Eric Kofi Abrefa (Snowden, The Harlots) are confirmed to attend along with Peter Williams (Canada) and Nickolai Salcedo (Trinidad and Tobago).

“Frances-Anne Solomon has done so much to bring crucial stories from the African Diaspora to screen,” said Cameron Bailey, TIFF’s Artistic Director and Co-Head. “Her portrayal of the Ulric Cross story illuminates an important chapter in Caribbean history. We’re honoured to present HERO at TIFF Bell Lightbox, in collaboration with CTFF.”

Filmed in Trinidad, Ghana, the UK and Canada, HERO is the story of Ulric Cross, who in 1941, left his small island to seek his fortune, and became the Royal Air Force’s most decorated West Indian. Then his life took a dramatically different course when he followed the call of history. He joined the independence movements sweeping the world in the 50s and 60s.

Toronto’s Canadian premiere launches screenings across Canada and a cinematic world tour that includes Africa, the Caribbean, and Europe.

HERO features an all-star cast of top international Black actors in powerful roles. Joseph Marcell (Fresh Prince of Belair) plays Trinidadian author CLR James, alongside Fraser James’ (Terminator) as Trinidadian revolutionary George Padmore, while British-Nigerian actor Jimmy Akingbola plays Ghana’s first president Kwame Nkrumah, and Adjetey Anang (Adam’s Apple, Potomanto) plays Congo’s ill-fated first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba.

Canada’s Peter Williams (Stargate SG1), and Trinidad and Tobago’s Nickolai Salcedo co-lead the extraordinary cast, along with Eric Kofi Abrefa (The Informer), Pippa Nixon (John Carter, Unforgotten), and Valerie Buhagiar (Bad Blood, Murdoch Mysteries).

Several members of the international cast will be attending the premiere and will participate in the post-film Talk Back session. The official after-party location will soon be announced.

“HERO captures a transformative moment in Black global history. Securing a general release for the film presents a significant opportunity for us to share our story with a broad and diverse audience. The film is important especially for young Black people to understand on whose broad shoulders we stand, to learn who led big lives and who were heroes,” says Frances-Anne Solomon, director and producer of HERO. “Launching at the prestigious TIFF Bell Lightbox theatre acknowledges the impact of this film on the Canadian theatre ecology and its capacity for exposure beyond the Caribbean and Africa.”

Frances-Anne Solomon

Recently, Frances-Anne Solomon, director and producer of HERO was on our show.

During our conversation, Ms. Solomon talked about:

– A little of her background and Caribbean Tales, CineFam
– The background and story behind Hero and the selection of the cast
– What message would she like the audience to get from the movie

You can find out more about HERO via:

HERO
Caribbean Tales – Twitter
Hero Film – Twitter
HERO – Facebook
CaribbeanTales is proud to present: The “Hero” World Tour – Facebook

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw.

The panelists will be discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: We Weren’t Fools To Believe Jussie Smollett

The Dr. Vibe Show™: R. Kelly’s Attorney Says ‘All The Women Are Lying’ After Pop Star Surrenders To Police To Face 10 Counts Of Felony Criminal Sexual Abuse Involving Minors

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Bernie Sanders Struggled To Win Black Voters. It Could Be Even More Difficult In 2020.

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Did Kaepernick Sell Out His Legacy To The NFL?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Stop ‘Whitesplaining’ Racism To Me

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It’s the little program that grew, the roots of The Transitional Year Programme (TYP) at the University of Toronto began in the Black community through two summer programs in 1969 and 1970, and since then, hundreds of graduates have gone onto successful careers. “It’s a place where the students learn to use their voice, develop empathy and unlock their imaginations in order to dream something bigger for themselves,” says TYP Registrar Lauriann Wade, “TYP makes excellence accessible.”

TYP is a full-time, eight month access-to-University program and gives those who do not have the formal qualifications – like a high school diploma – intense hands on preparation for entry into post-secondary education. Applicants come from the targeted Indigenous, African-Canadian and LGBTQ communities where finances, family issues or other circumstances beyond their control hindered their schooling. However, the Ontario Progressive Conservative government’s recent move to eliminate free tuition for low-income students will make access to higher education difficult once again for applicants to TYP.

“The majority of TYP students are from lower income backgrounds with a family income below $50, 000,” explains Lance McCready, Director of TYP. “Having a larger percentage of funding coming from loans will undoubtedly create more debt for our students who have fewer financial resources…it can serve as a deterrent for those from lower income backgrounds trying to access post-secondary education.”

In spite of hurdles like this latest one, TYP has a proven track record of success:

Rocco Achampong – born in Ghana, Rocco came to Canada in 1988 with his parents and four siblings. He entered TYP in 1999 and went on to study history and political science at U of T’s Trinity College. He is now a lawyer who has run for Toronto mayor and city council. Rocco led the legal challenge against Premier Doug Ford’s cutting down of the city’s wards.

Jandell Nicholas – She went from staffing co-ordinator at an employment agency to earning her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts, Geography and Planning. Jandell now works as a teaching assistant in the university’s department of Geography and Planning and is a published author.

Rahel Woldegiorgis – Once given the opportunity, Rahel embraced education. After finishing TYP, she got her Honours BA from the University of Toronto during which time she did two international exchanges – one at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the other at the University of Nairobi. She completed her Masters of Arts (Social Justice and Community Engagement) at Wilfrid Laurier University and is now the Residential Supervisor at Eva’s, a shelter for homeless youth.

Recently, Lauriann Wade, TYP Registrar and graduate of TYP, was on our show talking about the TYP.

During our conversation, Ms. Wade talked about:

– Some of her background and how she got involved in the Transisitonal Year Programme (TYP) including what was preventing her from going to university, how she found out about TYP, the history of the program, her first day in the programme and her graduation day, the programme itself including the application process
– Why do some students drop out of the programme
– What does her role comprise of
– How have students changed over the years
– The drop in the number of Black and Indigenous students applying for the programme
– How has the programme changed since she was in the programme
– How people find out about TYP

You can find out more about the University Of Toronto’s Transitional Year Program here

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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.

During the February 20, 2019 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Mueller report finally coming out?
– 45 declaring a State Of National Emergency
– Former FBI Acting Director Andrew McCabe new book and interviews
– Roger Stone ordered to appear in court over Instagram post targeting judge
– Bernie Sanders running for president in 2020
– The ongoing Jussie Smollett controversy

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Stuart Shanker, D Phil (Oxon), is a Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Psychology from York University and the CEO of the MEHRIT Centre, Ltd. (www.self-reg.ca). His most recent book, Self-Reg: How to Help Your Child (And You) Break the Stress Cycle and Successfully Engage With Life, has garnered glowing reviews around the world being published in Canada, the US, the UK, as well as many other languages.

Over the past decade, Stuart Shanker has served as an advisor on early child development to government organizations across Canada and the United States, and in countries around the world. During this period, he became increasingly interested in the impact of excessive stress on child development and behaviour. Stuart Shanker’s five-step Self-Reg model — The Shanker Method® — is a powerful process for understanding and managing stress in children, youth and adults. In 2012 he founded The MEHRIT Centre as a Self-Reg learning and information centre. Stuart commits considerable time to bringing the research and science of Self-Reg to parents, early childhood educators, teachers, educational leaders, health practitioners and communities through presentations, master classes, online courses, webinars, publications, social media and a blog entitled, Self-Reg

Recently, Dr. Shanker was on our show. During our conversation, Dr. Shanker talked about:

– Some of his background
– The background behind the research project that showed that childhood stress often results from parental stress
– His thoughts on getting funding for research projects
– That a lot people’s stresses are hidden and self-regulated
– Self-regulation and fathers
– Some of the stressors in father’s lives
– The difference between misbehaviour and stress behaviour with children

To find out more information about Dr. Shanker, please click here.

Dr. Shanker is one of the speakers at the upcoming Side-by-Side: Canadian Father Involvement Conference in Ottawa, Canada from from February 28, 2019 (9 a.m.) – March 1, 2019 (4 p.m.). For more information about the conference, please click here.

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The scheduled panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Dr. Lawrence Rasheed, LeRon Barton and Melvin Lars.

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Kevin Durant And The Relationship Between Athletes And The Media

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Cory Booker’s Tone Problem

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Liam Neeson’s Racist Revenge Fantasy Is Yet Another Example Of Indiscriminate White Terror

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why Blackface Endures

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Do Black Men Love White Women More Than Black Women?

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Karen Donaldson is an award winning, #1 multi Best Selling Author. She is also the owner of Karen Donaldson Inc., and the brands Speak and Get Booked and Speak Confident. She is a Certified Confidence Coach, Communication and Body Language Expert, Executive Public Speaking Coach and International Speaker. Karen has been speaking and coaching for over 20 years, showing individuals exactly how to take powerful action and own their voice, increase their impact and confidence whenever they speak. She is the secret weapon behind many CEO’s, senior executives, successful entrepreneurs and politicians across North America and the UK, as she guides them and helps them to increase their capacity to authentically connect and engage as they lead and communicate. With her dynamic and interactive style as an expert speaker and coach, she moves her audience and clients into action and shows any “ready and willing” individual, how to become that leader who knows how to connect, engage and empower themselves and others. Karen has been a guest expert on both local and national media and is a sought after leader and certified expert in her industry.

Recently, Ms. Donaldson was live on our show talking about Tips To Be More Confident When You Speak In Any Setting.

During the conversation Ms. Donaldson talked about:

– Some of her background including getting pregnant in her final year of high school and losing most of her friends and losing faith in herself
– How her public speaking career and her speaking coach career began
– When did she decided to become an full time entrepreneur and what was her friends and family reaction
– Not always being confident when it came to public speaking and how she became confident
– “Confidence is a behaviour not a emotion which means it is a choice.”
– Her first client
– How has the public speaking environment changed during her journey
– The importance of testimonials/third party endorsements when building a speaking business
– Some tips when one is speaking publicly
– If she replays and listens and watches to her presentations
– How do you get rid of stage fright before you present and how to tailor your presentation to your audience
– Talking “off the cuff”
– Practicing your presentation via video
– Women who are assertive and confident and they are defined are aggressive and are called the “b word”
– What do her client come for help with when it comes to public speaking
– Her current average client
– Building self-belief
– Her client intake process

You can contact Ms. Donaldson via:

Karen Donaldson Inc.
Speak Confident
Speak And Get Booked
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
YouTube
How To Live A Life With No Excuses: The Truth About Excuses, How To Stop Making Them and Start Getting Results
Speak Like You Breathe: 30 Lessons To Become A Naturally Confident Speaker
Phone: (416) 414-2082

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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.

During the February 6, 2019 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– 45’s State Of The Union address last night
– Virginia Governor Ralph Northam and his blackface controversy
– Updates on the attack on Jussie Smollett
– Elizabeth Warren apologizes for claiming Native American heritage with DNA test

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A human trafficking advocate, public speaker, wellness educator, author, roadblock conquer, and dream chaser. Rhonelle Bruder is an inspiring force on a mission to help motivate and inspire vulnerable youth to discover the power within themselves. Having overcome many traumatic experiences including teenage homelessness, sexual exploitation, and poverty. Rhonelle had to learn strategies not merely to survive but thrive despite her challenging circumstances. Her desire to support others to rise despite what obstacles they face led her to become the founder of the RISE Initiative; a program dedicated to helping vulnerable young people strengthen resilience, health and wellbeing and in the process, change the trajectory of their lives.

Rhonelle holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Administration graduate from New York City College of Technology and Master of Science in Health Informatics graduate from the University of Victoria. Most recently, Rhonelle’s work has been featured on television, radio, newspapers, and online publications including TVO’s The Agenda with Steve Paikin, State of Mind Mental Health Podcast, Medium, By Blacks and Blavity.

Recently, Ms. Bruder wias on our show talking about The Cyntoia Brown And R. Kelly Cases And The State Of Human Trafficking.

Durinng the conversation, Ms. Bruder talked about:

– Some of her story including being born in St. Vincent, being adopted when she was three years old by a white Canadian family with parents who have mental health challenges, growing in white family and not having a sense of belonging, being homeless at sixteen years old in Toronto and having a daughter at eighteen years old
– Where does she get her resilience from
– The Cyntonia Brown story and the similarities between Cyntonia Brown’s story and her story
– How did she overcome her past when it comes to trusting men today
– What does she do when it comes to self-care
– Why she did not share her story for until recently
– Her thoughts on the R. Kelly allegations, society’s attitude towards Blake women who have been sexually abuse
– How did she become an advocate about human trafficking
– The impact of social media on human trafficking
– Some incorrect assumptions about human trafficking
– Policing and human trafficking
– The difference between prostitution and human trafficking
– If the Black community takes human trafficking seriously
– What are human trafficking victims telling her

You can contact Ms. Bruder via:

Website
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Linkedin
Email

Visit 

A human trafficking advocate, public speaker, wellness educator, author, roadblock conquer, and dream chaser. Rhonelle Bruder is an inspiring force on a mission to help motivate and inspire vulnerable youth to discover the power within themselves. Having overcome many traumatic experiences including teenage homelessness, sexual exploitation, and poverty. Rhonelle had to learn strategies not merely to survive but thrive despite her challenging circumstances. Her desire to support others to rise despite what obstacles they face led her to become the founder of the RISE Initiative; a program dedicated to helping vulnerable young people strengthen resilience, health and wellbeing and in the process, change the trajectory of their lives.

Rhonelle holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Administration graduate from New York City College of Technology and Master of Science in Health Informatics graduate from the University of Victoria. Most recently, Rhonelle’s work has been featured on television, radio, newspapers, and online publications including TVO’s The Agenda with Steve Paikin, State of Mind Mental Health Podcast, Medium, By Blacks and Blavity.

Recently, Ms. Bruder wias on our show talking about The Cyntoia Brown And R. Kelly Cases And The State Of Human Trafficking.

Durinng the conversation, Ms. Bruder talked about:

– Some of her story including being born in St. Vincent, being adopted when she was three years old by a white Canadian family with parents who have mental health challenges, growing in white family and not having a sense of belonging, being homeless at sixteen years old in Toronto and having a daughter at eighteen years old
– Where does she get her resilience from
– The Cyntonia Brown story and the similarities between Cyntonia Brown’s story and her story
– How did she overcome her past when it comes to trusting men today
– What does she do when it comes to self-care
– Why she did not share her story for until recently
– Her thoughts on the R. Kelly allegations, society’s attitude towards Blake women who have been sexually abuse
– How did she become an advocate about human trafficking
– The impact of social media on human trafficking
– Some incorrect assumptions about human trafficking
– Policing and human trafficking
– The difference between prostitution and human trafficking
– If the Black community takes human trafficking seriously
– What are human trafficking victims telling her

You can contact Ms. Bruder via:

Website
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Linkedin
Email

Visit 

A human trafficking advocate, public speaker, wellness educator, author, roadblock conquer, and dream chaser. Rhonelle Bruder is an inspiring force on a mission to help motivate and inspire vulnerable youth to discover the power within themselves. Having overcome many traumatic experiences including teenage homelessness, sexual exploitation, and poverty. Rhonelle had to learn strategies not merely to survive but thrive despite her challenging circumstances. Her desire to support others to rise despite what obstacles they face led her to become the founder of the RISE Initiative; a program dedicated to helping vulnerable young people strengthen resilience, health and wellbeing and in the process, change the trajectory of their lives.

Rhonelle holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Administration graduate from New York City College of Technology and Master of Science in Health Informatics graduate from the University of Victoria. Most recently, Rhonelle’s work has been featured on television, radio, newspapers, and online publications including TVO’s The Agenda with Steve Paikin, State of Mind Mental Health Podcast, Medium, By Blacks and Blavity.

Recently, Ms. Bruder wias on our show talking about The Cyntoia Brown And R. Kelly Cases And The State Of Human Trafficking.

Durinng the conversation, Ms. Bruder talked about:

– Some of her story including being born in St. Vincent, being adopted when she was three years old by a white Canadian family with parents who have mental health challenges, growing in white family and not having a sense of belonging, being homeless at sixteen years old in Toronto and having a daughter at eighteen years old
– Where does she get her resilience from
– The Cyntonia Brown story and the similarities between Cyntonia Brown’s story and her story
– How did she overcome her past when it comes to trusting men today
– What does she do when it comes to self-care
– Why she did not share her story for until recently
– Her thoughts on the R. Kelly allegations, society’s attitude towards Blake women who have been sexually abuse
– How did she become an advocate about human trafficking
– The impact of social media on human trafficking
– Some incorrect assumptions about human trafficking
– Policing and human trafficking
– The difference between prostitution and human trafficking
– If the Black community takes human trafficking seriously
– What are human trafficking victims telling her

You can contact Ms. Bruder via:

Website
Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
Linkedin
Email

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Chetachi A. Egwu is a Nigerian American professor, writer/producer, filmmaker, dancer/choreographer, artist and actor . She earned a BA in Communication from the University of Buffalo in 1996, then moved on to Howard University in Washington, DC, where she completed a Masters and Ph.D. in Mass Communication.

Dr. Egwu has served as a faculty member in the communication departments at Morgan State University, The George Washington University and Nova Southeastern University. She is currently communication faculty at the University of Maryland University College.

Her work has been featured in academic journals, newspapers and online publications such as The Grio and The Burton Wire, her creative nature reaches beyond writing. Dr. Egwu is also a dancer/choreographer and was a member of Carla and Company, Coyaba Dance Theater, Choreographers Collaboration Project in Washington DC and featured in several other projects. An avid filmmaker, she is currently co-producer and co-director for the documentaries Runway Afrique and No Justice, No Peas: Getting A Veggie In The Hood, and co-producer, director and cinematographer for the documentary Sunshine Chic. Dr. Egwu also is the host of MediaScope on the streaming platforms Periscope and Facebook Live live on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Eastern.

You contact Dr. Egwu via:

Twitter 
Instagram 
Mediascope – Facebook

Featured in Griots Republic magazine, Nia Magazine, Heart & Soul Magazine, Times Union (the leading newspaper for the New York state capital district), and on http://GovLoop.com , http://BlackandMarriedWithKids.com (BMWK), http://Blavity.com , http://HuffingtonPost.com , http://theGrio.com , the Dr. Vibe Show, and more, Lia Miller (also known online as Lia World Traveler) is an award-winning blogger, sought after freelance writer, children’s book author, clinically trained social worker with emphasis on childhood and family dynamics, diversity and social inclusion advocate, event producer, social media personality, public speaker, and foreign policy expert. She is also the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Peace & Purpose (P&P), a social enterprise that serves as a catalyst and launch pad for female entrepreneurs worldwide to expand to new markets, grow their businesses, and in the process, improve their own lives and in turn, their communities. Lia is a wife and mother of two, current foreign service officer/diplomat, and lives overseas in La Paz, Bolivia. Find her online at http://LiaWorldTraveler.com or @liaworldtraveler (@liaworldtravels on Twitter) across social media.

You can find more about Ms. Miller via:

Website 
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

Recently, Dr. Egwu and Ms. Miller were on our show talking about Sexual Abuse In The Black Community.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– Why are Black women treated as “lesser than”
– The media and the Black community not caring about Black women who have been abused/missing
– If Black men get a pass when it comes to sexual abuse since they have it so challenging in society
– Black women not being valued in society
– Many Black women not feeling that they are not included in the #MeToo movement and if should they be part of it
– The need for accountability and responsibility when dealing with this issue

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Who are you really? What do you really want out of life? What are your biggest dreams? These are a few questions Danny Stone asks his coaching clients and audiences. He is an Author, Success Coach, Teacher, and Community Servant that has dedicated his life to helping people see possibilities and take massive action. His book, You Have The Keys, Now Drive has garnered readers from 7 countries thus far. As a seasoned facilitator, he delivers engaging Personal Development seminars on finding your true purpose, success, and being the driver of your life.

Danny is a former College Instructor, Certified Life Coach and holds a Graduate Certificate in Strategic Human Resources Management. With a background as a seasoned Learning and Development Manager, he has worked at major organizations to implement employee management strategies and programs.

Currently, he is working as an Advisor and Community Leader with Zero Gun Violence Movement, a community organization dedicated to ending gun violence in the Greater Toronto Area. His passion is mentoring youth and adults who are seeking more happiness, success and fulfillment.

Danny’s mission is to teach people how to create more freedom and abundance in their lives.

Recently, Danny was on our show talking about Passenger Seat To The Driver Seat – How To Go From Stuck To Start To Moving Forward.

During the conversation, Danny talked about:

– Some of his background and the sometimes challenging times growing up in Nova Scotia, what made his grandmother so special and the moment he decided to change his life
– His early days of helping and mentoring young people
– Some of work experiences in the corporate world and why and when did he decide to leave
– Why he wanted to talk about this subject
– Are his clients still being stuck about the same things, his client base and what is keeping them in the passenger seat and suggestions he gives his clients on how to get out of the passenger seat
– The importance of a morning ritual
– Meaning, meditation, mantra
– How has his coaching helped him
– Being selfish vs. investing in yourself
– How many people don’t have hope, dreams
– Some suggestions on how people can get unstuck

You can contact Danny via:

Website
Instagram 
Twitter
Linkedin
Facebook
YouTube

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Dr. Vibe

With over 20 years of workforce development experience in the federal government, Deborah Fuqua is an advocate for human resource development for private and public sector organizations. Considered an expert in the field of organizational leadership, she is a frequent speaker at organizations and conferences nationwide, covering topics related to educational leadership, women as leaders, leadership development, employee development, emotional intelligence, diversity and inclusion, effective communication, and other leadership related topics. Dr. Fuqua teaches, encourages, and motivates others to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Dr. Fuqua holds an undergraduate degree in Management Studies, a graduate degree in Human Resources Development, and her Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership.

Dr. Fuqua is the author of Secure Your Cape a Women’s Motivational Leadership book. She also co-authored a textbook for colleges and universities across the United States, Cultivating a Culture of Nonviolence in Early Childhood Development Centers and Schools.

Dr. Fuqua is a certified Time to Teach trainer; Classroom Management. She is also certified in Diversity and Inclusion and Workers’ Compensation. She is a board member of the National Call Dad Program and she is also a member of the Black Doctoral Network Association, Eastern Education Research Association, Diversity and Inclusion Center with University of Phoenix and a member of the National Congress of Black Women, Inc.

Recently, Dr. Fuqua was on our show talking about How To Become An Effective Leader – Part One.

During the conversation, Dr. Fuqua talked about:

– Some her background including some memories growing up in Virginia
– Where did she get her drive to pursue education
– Some memories of her world travels
– Some stories from her leadership journey
– Her leadership model including her five different leadership styles
– The fact that autocratic leadership is still prevalent in organizations
– If all styles of leadership have a limited lifespan
– How do you steer an employee from a negative work ethic to a positive work ethic
– If companies are taking diversity and leadership training seriously
– Why she feels that there is a leadership crisis
– The importance of ethical behaviour when it comes to leadership
– If it is difficult for her to lead men
– How does she handle the situation when she deals with someone who has more leadership qualities than she has

You can contact Dr. Fuqua via:

Dr. D’s Leadership Corner
Twitter
Instagram
Linkedin
Text: (843) 730-1187

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Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Dr. Lawrence Rasheed and Melvin Lars.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Tony Dungy – Some Announcers’ Biased Language Perpetuates Black QB Stereotypes

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Kamala Harris Is Running For President In 2020

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Still Unsolved – The Cold Cases Of Biggie, Tupac And Jam Master Jay

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why Some Journalists Have A Hard Time Saying The Word ‘Racist’

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump’s MAGA Hats Have Become A Potent Symbol Of Racism

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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.

During the January 12, 2019 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– FBI began investigating 45 as possible threat to national security after Comey firing
– The partial federal government shutdown impact on real Americans
– Steve King’s white supremacy Remark
– The Chicago and Atlanta R. Kelly investigations, Lady Gaga, Christina Aguilera and the Surviving R. Kelly documentary aftermath

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars and Ryan Singh.

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Sony, R. Kelly Agree To Part Ways

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why The Gillette ‘Best Man A Man Can Be’ Ad Misses So Badly

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Women Deserve Better

The Dr. Vibe Show™: “Wow, I’m Racist” – “White Spaces” Allow White People To Confront Biases

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Can Black People Be Racist?

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Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: LeRon L. Barton, Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw .

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘Barely Above Water’ – US Shutdown Hits Black Federal Workers Hardest

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Jazmine Barnes Shooting Reveals Racial Tensions In United States

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Men Make Strides In Hollywood, But Women Still Struggle

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The American Dream Isn’t For Black Millennials

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Living In America While Being Black Under The Trump Regime

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Trudy Stone is a certified culinary nutritionist, speaker, and the founder of Eat Live and Play. She is also the author of the book Unbreakable: 7 Rock Solid Habits to Your Perfect Weight and a Healthier Lifestyle: No Willpower Required!

Five years ago, Trudy self-hacked her own mind and body to lose 30lbs and now helps other women do the same. She’s passionate about empowering women to build healthier habits and unlock the power of food to build a strong and vibrant brain and body without guilt or restriction.

She has appeared in The Huffington Post, The National Post, Daytime Toronto TV, and in Star of the Show alongside TV chef, author and judge of Chopped Canada, Chef Michael Smith.

Recently, Ms. Stone was on our show talking about 5 Reasons Why You’re Not Losing Weight?.

During the conversation, Ms. Stone talked about:

– Some of her background including being raised by a single mother with three sisters
– When she learned cook including starting a cupcake company
– Her journey to lose weight and coach others to do so
– The best ways to get protein and healthy fat
– Her concerns with the low fat diet industry
– How she grew her coaching business
– Celebrating her thirty pound loss and how she celebrated
– How to deal with alcohol and weight loss
– some of the common challenges that women who want to lose weight come to her with
– the five reason why many of us are not losing weight
– Easy sources of fiber
– How guided meditation can help weight loss
– The importance of keeping a food journal when you trying to lose weight
– Her #Drop5In5Challenge
– How is her business and her clients different now compared to when she started
– The story behind her book Unbreakable: 7 Rock Solid Habits to Your Perfect Weight and a Healthier Lifestyle: No Willpower Required!
– The one thing that you need to look out for when looking at food labels
– If is it expensive to eat healthy
– Staying active if you are working in an office job

You can contact Ms. Stone via:

Eat Live And Play
Twitter 
Facebook
Instagram
Eat Live And Play – Drop 5 In 5 Challenge
Unbreakable: 7 Rock Solid Habits to Your Perfect Weight and a Healthier Lifestyle: No Willpower Required!

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Dr. Vibe

All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers, Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade

Last Sunday’s conversation topic was Surviving R. Kelly And The Sexual Exploitation Of Black Women And Black Girls.

During the conversation the ladies talked about:

– Their comments on the Lifetime documentary “Surviving R. Kelly” and the reaction or lack of by others
– The mistreatment of Black girls and Black women
– The ignorance of the Black community of the sexual abuse of Black women and Black girls
– If R. Kelly is sick
– The sexual assault of Black women and Black girls
– The need for healing and moving forward

You can contact the All Our Own Show via:

Twitter
Email
#AllOurOwnShow (Twitter)

You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

You can contact Ms. Morris via:

Twitter
Linkedin
Email

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LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, MO currently living in San Francisco, Ca. A graduate of Paseo Academy of Fine Arts, LeRon is the author of two books, “Straight Dope: A 360 degree look into American Drug Culture” and “All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage.” In addition to the books, LeRon is an essayist; whose topics cover racism, mass incarceration, politics, gender, and dating. These works have appeared in Salon, The Good Men Project, Elephant Journal, East Bay Times, and MoAD.

Recently, Mr. Barton was on our show talking about his article Why I don’t code switch.

During the conversation, Mr. Barton talked about:

– Why he wrote the article
– What is code switching and is code switching a good thing
– If he have any challenges with the way he speaks
– “The most popular Black people today are not know for their intellect.” LeRon
– Code switching in the presence of Blacks
– Code switching vs. having vocabulary
– If Black have to make whites feel comfortable

You can find out more about LeRon via:

Website
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram

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Dr. Vibe

The panelist for last Sunday’s show was: Melvin Lars.

Mr. Lars commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ – The Good, The Bad, And The Really, Very Ugly

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The House Of Representatives Is Different Now. The Future Is In It.

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Cashing Checks, Napping, More Activities Leading To Police Calls On Black People In 2018

The Dr. Vibe Show™: 2019 List Of Things Black People Don’t Want To Talk About

The Dr. Vibe Show™: How To Raise Black Boys To Men In The USA

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Dr. Vibe

L.A. Wade graduated with a Hons. Bachelor Degree in Sociology and Religious Studies at the University of Toronto and completed a Master in Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. L.A. has been working as a Registrar and Sessional Lecturer at the Transitional Year Programme in the University of Toronto since 2009.

Her creative and intuitive counselling ,and teaching style has proven to be a hit with the students who interact with her. L.A.’s research and publications have focused on access and equity, postcolonial thinking, and Black Feminist thought. Every year she is invited to teach from her chapter in Ruptures: Anti colonial & Anti-Racist Feminist Theorizing, ‘Symbolic Proximity Rihanna Face to Face’, where she discusses the contradictory nature of the Black Female’s conformity for survival. Her approach is inspiring, innovative and empowering; this is how she approaches mostly anything and everything she does. She has experience in cross cultural learning environments and has worked with marginalized individuals across the spectrum of race, ability, sexual and gender preferences, age, socio economic status and indigenous groups.

Apart from her educational experience, L.A. comes from a rich history in the Canadian sport and music industry as a promoter, networker and event planner. She also has a strong passion for philanthropy and has worked with many large-scale events and high profile personalities like the NBA All Star Game, and Edwin Encarnacion formally of the Toronto Blue Jays. She is set to release a podcast called The Elephant Room, where she plans to discuss the unspoken and taboo topics within the Black community.

Recently, Dr. Vibe and Ms. Wade co-hosted the conversation Is Blackness Endangered?.

During the conversation, they and the audience talked about:

– Why LA wanted to talk about this subject
– If there is a wedge being placed between put between Black men and Black women
– If Blacks realize that they are endangered
– The situation that a number of Black boys not being raised by their father and some suggestions on dealing with this situation
– The fact that Blacks have to show that they need each other
– What are Black people fighting for
– Has integration helped Blacks
– “Some Black people need to decolonize their minds.” LA
– The effect of rap and hip hop on Black culture
– “The hatred between Black men and Black women is destroying the Black community.” Kinte Ferguson
– The discrepancies between Black men and Black women
– “I don’t know how you can be Black and not have a mental health challenge.” LA
– Blacks men and depression

You can contact Ms. Wade via:

Twitter

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Dr. Vibe

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.

During the December 19, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– 45 agrees to shut down his charity amid allegations he used it for personal and political benefit
– Michael Flynn sentencing postponed after judge issues blistering rebuke
– 45 and the border wall
– The Democrats taking over the House Of Representatives
– Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took to Instagram and Twitter to announce she’s taking a break for “self-care”

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

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Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Dr. Vibe

All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

Recently, the ladies spoke about Relationships: The Good, The Bad, And The Truth – Part Two – Daddy Issues.

There special guest for the conversation was Dawn Ellen Morris. Ms. Morris is a Master Personal Trainer Wellness Coach from the greater Chicago area.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– The relationship that each of the ladies has/had with their father and the effect of that relationship on them
– In regards to their realtionship with their father,What have they done to help themselves and their children?
– What would a healthy relationship with their father look like

You can contact the All Our Own Show via:

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Email
#AllOurOwnShow (Twitter)

You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

You can contact Ms. Morris via:

Linkedin
Twitter
Email

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Dr. Vibe

Nova Browning Rutherford lectures on the importance of mental health, social and emotional intelligence in the academic, public and private sectors from coast to coast. Fans of the internationally syndicated talk show, CTV’s “The Social”, will recognize Nova as their trusted life coach and wellness expert for the past 3 seasons.

Her career focus is Personal Development in the areas of mindfulness integration, understanding secular meditation, and prioritizing self-care. Prior to her wellness work, Nova worked behind the scenes in Hollywood entertainment, supporting the Marketing and PR campaigns of superstar celebrities. Nova’s roller-coaster life experience has been profiled in Outlets like Huffington Post, The Globe And Mail, Chatelaine, CBC, CTV, and the Oprah Winfrey Network.

Nova’s mission is to shift the stigma surrounding mental health in Canada, by facilitating organic, face-to-face dialogue, where people feel safe, heard and seen.

Recently, Nova was on our show talking about Understanding The Difference Between Family And Chosen Family.

During the conversation, Nova talked about:

– Some of her background and including having a family background with ancestors that were part of the Underground Railroad, a background in music and how she got into facilitating about wellness, mental health and workplace wellness
– Why hurting people hurt people
– How her parents different backgrounds define who she is professionally and personally
– How she got on The Social (number one daytime program on CTV in Canada)
– Why she wanted to discuss the conversation topic
– The definition of chosen family and when people look for a chosen family
– The importance of social connection in the modern age
– How to bring up mental health in a day to day conversation
– Do men have better relationships with their family or their chosen family
– Three tips for dealing with difficult families or difficult family members

You can contact Nova via:

Website
Linkedin
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter

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Dr. Vibe

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.

During the December 12, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Michael Cohen’s sentence
– Incoming New York attorney general Letitia James already investigating 45
– 45, Pelosi and Schumer get into a heated Oval Office fight over border wall and shutdown
– The search for a new Chief of Staff for 45
– Robert Mueller probe

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here

God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

Recently, the ladies spoke about Relationships: The Good, The Bad, And The Truth – Part One – Finding Mr. Right.

Their special guest for the conversation was Dawn Ellen Morris. Ms. Morris is a Master Personal Trainer Wellness Coach from the greater Chicago area.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– What could the ladies live with or without when it comes to a mate?
– The difference between Mr. Right and Mr. Right Now
– Is age a deal breaker?
– The wrong Mr. Right now
– Does the man’s height matter?
– What about a CBN (Corny Black Man)?
– Each lady give a dating advice tip

You can contact Ms. Morris via:

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Twitter
Email

You can contact the All Our Own Show via:

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Email
#AllOurOwnShow (Twitter)

You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

L.A. Wade graduated with a Hons. Bachelor Degree in Sociology and Religious Studies at the University of Toronto and completed a Master in Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. L.A. has been working as a Registrar and Sessional Lecturer at the Transitional Year Programme in the University of Toronto since 2009.

Her creative and intuitive counselling ,and teaching style has proven to be a hit with the students who interact with her. L.A.’s research and publications have focused on access and equity, postcolonial thinking, and Black Feminist thought. Every year she is invited to teach from her chapter in Ruptures: Anti colonial & Anti-Racist Feminist Theorizing, ‘Symbolic Proximity Rihanna Face to Face’, where she discusses the contradictory nature of the Black Female’s conformity for survival. Her approach is inspiring, innovative and empowering; this is how she approaches mostly anything and everything she does. She has experience in cross cultural learning environments and has worked with marginalized individuals across the spectrum of race, ability, sexual and gender preferences, age, socio economic status and indigenous groups.

Apart from her educational experience, L.A. comes from a rich history in the Canadian sport and music industry as a promoter, networker and event planner. She also has a strong passion for philanthropy and has worked with many large-scale events and high profile personalities like the NBA All Star Game, and Edwin Encarnacion formally of the Toronto Blue Jays. She is set to release a podcast called The Elephant Room, where she plans to discuss the unspoken and taboo topics within the Black community.

Recently, Dr. Vibe and Ms. Wade hosted the conversation Would The Black Panther Movement Work Today? 

During the conversation, they talked about:

– How did L.A. become the registrar for the Transitional Year Program at the University Of Toronto
– Why did L.A. want to talk about this subject
– What made the Black Panther movement successful
– What are Blacks fighting for today
– Why does she feel that there is less Black unity today than in the 1960’s
– Are Blacks ready for the Black Panther movement
– The need to bridge the gap between different Black generations and the need to change the education system
– What does Black mean to L.A.
– The lack of critical thinking when it comes to race
– Where can white people help with a Black movement

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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.

During the December 1, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– George H.W. Bush
– 45 at the recent G20 Summit
– GM layoffs and the American economy
– Marc Lamont Hill being fired from CNN
– Paul Manafort accused of lying to federal investigators in the Russia probe
– Michael Cohen

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Beth Ostrander

Beth Ostrander coaches those “affected by religion” to bring Pleasure into their sex lives.

Beth’s own journey is what has made this her life’s work. After struggling with shame, depression and general lack of satisfaction in life, Beth provides coaching using her personal journey of transformation and the tools that she found most effective with herself and her clients.

Over the years, Beth’s coaching has yielded results for individuals and couples that were held back in the bedroom. They have learned how to know themselves better and how to communicate with their partners to create increased intimacy and pleasure in the bedroom.

Beth’s coaching is beyond the bedroom. Her clients have consistently discovered increased passion in every area of their life as they have uncovered what was stopping them in their intimate lives. Consistently people gain ease, confidence and satisfaction in their intimate lives after working with Beth.

Bryan Duarte

Bryan Duarte is as an Entrepreneur, Engineer, Explorer, Storyteller and a Master Problem Solver. He grew up in a strong Catholic family and as is typical in most families, sex and sexuality were topics that were not discussed. However, from a very young age he always wanted to learn more about human sexuality even though that was not encouraged. Yet this was more than idle curiosity as he spent a lot of time, from the age of 12, researching this topic in the library.

Since that early age he has been on his own personal journey to better understand his own sexuality, especially for what that means for men’s sexuality inside of marriage. It was that deep desire to explore what was behind his own sexuality and what he first took for ‘Is there something wrong with me’ that also led him to become one of Beth’s clients. Through working with Beth and lots of his own personal development work, he no longer felt like there was
something to fix; there is nothing to feel shameful about or hide away from.

That role of coach and client eventually has evolved to Beth and Bryan finding opportunities to work together. In his engineering professional world, he is all about helping his clients solve their complex issues. And in telling the story from his own personal journey, he is now passionate about bringing those learnings and his ability to solve complex problems to help people discover their own personal sexuality.

As part of exploring this topic with other men, Bryan is an active member of the ‘The Universal Brotherhood’ (TUB). TUB is an inspired fraternal forum for evolutionary men who are actively committed to the concepts of Strength, Wisdom, Integrity, Prosperity and Compassion as foundations for exceptional, authentic, masculine be-ing.

Bryan currently lives in Toronto, Canada with his wife of 12 years and their 9-year old son and is actively involved in his two adult daughter’s lives, as they study and work.

Recently, Beth and Bryan were on on our show talking about Converting Religious Shame to Soulful Intimacy – A Three Part Series – Part One.

During the conversation, Beth and Bryan talked about:

– Some of their backgrounds and some of their experiences with sexuality, religion and intimacy when they were younger
– How the way they were raised effect their intimacy in their 20’s and their 30’s
– How did they met
– The percentage of Beth’s clients that have experienced religious shame and what her clients tell her when she first meets
– The reason why they wanted to do this series
– What are they sharing with their kids about intimacy

You can contact Beth via:

Gourmet Sex Life
Linkedin
Facebook
Email

You can contact Brian via:

Email

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All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

Recently, the All Our Own ladies hosted the conversation Taking Care of Self: Women of Color, Self-care, Health, Wellness and Healing.

Dawn Ellen Morris

The ladies special guest was: Dawn Ellen Morris. Ms. Morris is a Master Personal Trainer Wellness Coach from the greater Chicago area.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– The All Our Own ladies do a check in
– Dawn shares some of her story
– The All Our Own ladies share fitness and weight challenges and Dawn gives her takes on self care
– Some great quotes from Dawn: “Those who don’t have time for exercise now will have time for exercise later.” “We are not dyeing quickly. We are dying young.” “I don’t say diet. I say eat right.” “Healthy eating does not have to be boring.”
– Dawn talks about curvy vs. overweight
– Why do Black women question their shapely, beautiful body?
– White women appropriating Black women’s features
– The ladies to a healthy food quiz

You can contact Ms. Morris via:

Linkedin
Twitter
Email

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You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

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Dr. Vibe

All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

Tonight’s conversation topic is: Working While a WoC: Navigating Our Trials and Tribulations in the Workplace

The special guest for this episode was Dr. Raja Staggers-Hakim.

Dr. Staggers-Hakim is a Sociologist and Founder/Executive Director of CHEER Institute & Consulting Group, a national nonprofit whose mission is to eliminate health disparities and address racial injustices.

During the conversation the panelists talked about:

– The panelists give their takes on the recent violent actions in America
– Some of the challenges that women face in the workplace
– Balancing being who they are and getting respect in the workplace
– “Respectability politics are real for women of color in the workplace.” L.A.
– “I have to keep my Blackness in my back pocket.” L.A.
– Women of color and hair in the workplace and the fact Black women’s hair is political
– The toll of discrimination takes on Black women in the workplace
– Women of color and socializing with colleagues outside of work
– The dynamics between women of color and white men in the workplace
– What can women of color do to safe on the jobs and how to negotiate advancement and raises
– The power of allies, mentoring and self care for women of color in the workplace
– Recommended books: Bell Hooks Sisters Of The Yam, Patricia Hill Collins Black Feminist Thought, Ntozake Shange For Colored Girls

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You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

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On October 19, 2015 Greg Fergus was elected Member of Parliament for the Quebec riding of Hull-Aylmer. Greg has solid experience in the political field. He has worked as a policy advisor and senior policy advisor in a number of ministerial offices. He has also worked at all levels of the Liberal Party of Canada, including as National Director, where he introduced change and innovation that made the party more efficient, restoring it to today’s modern appeal.

Proud father of three, Greg has always worked to improve the communities he has lived in. Since moving to the Ottawa-Gatineau area in 1988, he has gotten involved in numerous areas: social housing, community organizations, and various associations and councils.

Greg has undertaken studies at the master’s level in international relations. He also holds two bachelor’s degrees—one in social science and one in international relations. Over the past 25 years, he has worked in both private and public sectors, with not-for-profit organizations and in the academic sector. In what spare time he has, he enjoys long distance running, reading, and writing. He currently sits as a member of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance and is the President of Federal Black Caucus.

Recently, we the opportunity to chat with Mr. Fergus.

During our conversation, Mr. Fergus talked about:

– Some of his story including having a mother from Jamaica and father from Montserrat
– Growing his family was one of two minority families in the mainly Jewish in Montreal “a minority, within a minority, within a minority, within a minority”
– His parents instilling education and high expectations with him and his other siblings
– The start of his political journey becoming a Parliamentary Page thirty years ago
– Some of his political journey
– The fact that many people are unable to run for political office
– The story behind Federal Black Caucus
– Some of the challenges that Black Canadians are facing
– The purpose of the Federal Black Caucus and what it wants to get done
– What are young people bringing to the Federal Black Caucus and what excites him the about the organization
– The importance of data collection in helping Black Canadians

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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.

During the November 21, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– A US Congressional committee will investigate Ivanka Trump, 45’s daughter and a White House adviser, following reports she repeatedly used a personal email account for government work
– 45’s response to the California Fires
– 45 says he will not be tough on Saudi Arabia over Khashoggi case
– The Mississippi Senate runoff
– Chief Justice Roberts vs. 45

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Dr. Vibe

Serena Wills is a native New Yorker and currently resides in the Washington, DC area. She holds a BA in Policy Studies from Syracuse University an MPA from Virginia Tech and studying for her MA in Health and Wellness Coaching. She’s a nonprofit guru, a published author and spoken word artist. Her previous publications include her first poetry book titled, Reconstruction, Pieces of Life, Volume 1 was released in 2014 and is available on her website, Amazon and Barnes and Noble. She’s also published in numerous anthologies and is a contributing writer/health and wellness blogger for online magazines and websites.

Serena is a mother to her beautiful son and is an advocate for Ovarian Cancer, GYN Cancers, HIV/AIDS, Lymphoma and Lyme Disease research and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc..

You can contact Ms. Wills via:

Website
Facebook
Twitter
Email

Tara Lessard’s Story …

It was August 2015. I spent a lot of time crying by the Delaware River, just blocks from my Morrisville, Pennsylvania home. I suffered from acid reflux for a year and knew something more was wrong but didn’t know what it was. I tried diet modification, sleeping sitting up and natural remedies to no avail. I finally went to a local hospital ER in September after having extreme pain in my stomach with immense amount of pressure when I sat down. They did a CT scan and quickly admitted me to the hospital where I was told the gynecologist would provide results the next day and family should be present. It was then the doctor shared I had stage 4 ovarian cancer and there was nothing they could do for me. I was in shock. No one in my family had cancer.

I ended up starting treatment at a nearby cancer hospital. They said I was a textbook case and recommended chemotherapy and surgery – and said I would be fine. I didn’t get a sense they knew me or cared about my concerns. They didn’t see me as a unique individual.

I reached out to Cancer Treatment Centers of America after my sister researched other options. Unfortunately, I was too sick to travel, so I treated closer to home at another cancer center and underwent an aggressive plan given the cancer growth beyond the ovaries. I had debilitating pain, eventually leading to use of a wheelchair. After a few months, I learned the disease metastasized to my spleen. Doctors said I probably had two years to live. I was in my mid-40s and wanted more. I went back into research mode, consulting with multiple, well-known facilities who all said the same thing. That’s when I picked up the phone and followed through with CTCA to get another opinion.

Tara’s CTCA Experience

In March 2017, I flew to CTCA in Atlanta and met with Dr. Geisler who said, “Your cancer is my priority.” He explained he would remove the spleen and any other evidence of the disease. After surgery, I would undergo six rounds of chemotherapy and was a good candidate for a new immunotherapy drug.

I instantly loved my team and had faith in Dr. Geisler.

By late April, I was set for surgery, but got extremely sick and was admitted to the local hospital for obstructed bowel. Once released, I couldn’t eat or drink, so I went to another hospital for three weeks. They told me they wanted to operate, but I refused. I knew I needed to get back to CTCA. The doctors put in a central line for TPN, so my mom, sister and I hired a medical transport van and drove down to Atlanta so I could have surgery there.

Surgery was intense, involving my spleen, pieces of my small bowel and more. It was successful. A week later, I went back for emergency surgery followed by an extended hospital stay. The care was amazing. Everyone from Nursing, Transportation, Pastoral Care and Cancer Fighters spent time with us. Dr. Rosenberg performed adjustments to help my back, Dr. Johnson helped my side effects with acupuncture, and Physical Therapy ensured I got up to walk. After discharge, I returned to CTCA every three weeks for chemo and received my last treatment on my 45th birthday. My CA levels drastically decreased…and I remain cancer free.

I am so grateful for the entire staff at CTCA. My mom and I are now patient and caregiver advocates. We love our changing roles in this journey and are so happy we can give back by helping others. I am so grateful not to be just living, but thriving.

Additional Information:
● I live in Morrisville, Pennsylvania (north of Philadelphia)
● I love cooking, photography, making jewelry and painting
● I’m currently in a scholarship program for The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia (home to one of the world’s greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist and early modern paintings)
● Mom and I love being Cancer Fighter Care Net (CFCN) volunteers

Recently, Serena and Tara were on our show continuing their conversation about ovarian cancer.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– What they have been up to and their involvement in ovarian cancer month events (last September)
– Updates in regards to ovarian cancer
– Tara’s daily routine which includes taking seventeen vitamins a day
– The medical community response to fighting ovarian cancer
– Medical costs and ovarian cancer
– More younger women dealing with ovarian cancer
– What questions should an ovarian cancer patient ask their doctor

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Dr. Vibe

All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

Recently, the All Our Own ladies hosted the conversation Can Women Of Color And White Women Have Lasting Meaningful Relationships?.

Their special guests were: Regina Jones and Elaine Jesmer.

Regina Jones And Elaine Jesmer

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– Some post American midterm election takes
- How the special guests met each other, when did they know that they know that they could trust each other and some great stories
– “Racism is the stain on America.” Elaine
– “My ability to have friends and make friends is my greatest wealth.” “Civil rights did not free Black people. It freed white women.” Regina
– The current state of race relations in America

You contact Ms. Jones via:

SOUL Newspaper

You can contact Ms. Jesmer via:

Website
Email

You contact Ms. Jones via:

SOUL Newspaper – Facebook

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You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

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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.

During the November 14, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– The recent American midterm elections … Who is in and who is out?
– CNN’s lawsuit over White House ban of Jim Acosta
– 45 and black women in media

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Dr. Vibe

 

Chetachi A. Egwu

Chetachi A. Egwu is a Nigerian American professor, writer/producer, filmmaker, dancer/choreographer, artist and actor . She earned a BA in Communication from the University of Buffalo in 1996, then moved on to Howard University in Washington, DC, where she completed a Masters and Ph.D. in Mass Communication.

Dr. Egwu has served as a faculty member in the communication departments at Morgan State University, The George Washington University and Nova Southeastern University. She is currently communication faculty at the University of Maryland University College.

Her work has been featured in academic journals, newspapers and online publications such as The Grio and The Burton Wire, her creative nature reaches beyond writing. Dr. Egwu is also a dancer/choreographer and was a member of Carla and Company, Coyaba Dance Theater, Choreographers Collaboration Project in Washington DC and featured in several other projects. An avid filmmaker, she is currently co-producer and co-director for the documentaries Runway Afrique and No Justice, No Peas: Getting A Veggie In The Hood, and co-producer, director and cinematographer for the documentary Sunshine Chic. Dr. Egwu also is the host of MediaScope on the streaming platforms Periscope and Facebook Live live on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Eastern.

You contact Dr. Egwu via:

Twitter

Lia Miller

Featured in Griots Republic magazine, Nia Magazine, Heart & Soul Magazine, Times Union (the leading newspaper for the New York state capital district), and on http://GovLoop.com , http://BlackandMarriedWithKids.com  (BMWK), http://Blavity.com , http://HuffingtonPost.com , http://theGrio.com , the Dr. Vibe Show, and more, Lia Miller(also known online as Lia World Traveler) is an award-winning blogger, sought after freelance writer, children’s book author, clinically trained social worker with emphasis on childhood and family dynamics, diversity and social inclusion advocate, event producer, social media personality, public speaker, and foreign policy expert. She is also the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Peace & Purpose (P&P), a social enterprise that serves as a catalyst and launch pad for female entrepreneurs worldwide to expand to new markets, grow their businesses, and in the process, improve their own lives and in turn, their communities. Lia is a wife and mother of two, current foreign service officer/diplomat, and lives overseas in La Paz, Bolivia. Find her online at http://LiaWorldTraveler.com  or @liaworldtraveler (@liaworldtravels on Twitter) across social media.

You can find more about Ms. Miller via:

Website 
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

During a recent conversation, the ladies spoke about Victim Blaming And Why Society Allows It – Part One.

They talked about:

– Why did Lia want to chat about this subject
– Is society turning on women who make claims of sexual abuse?
– How is the media covering this issue
– Did Bill Cosby get a fair trial? Was the media coverage of the trial fair?
– Why is not more unity amongst women when it comes to victim blaming

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The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit On Masculinity is in Toronto on November 18, 2018:

– It is a one-day coed event featuring 7 stellar speakers
– Features a vendor area to meet the top Men’s Organizations in Toronto
– Allows you to learn more about yourself and how you can be the contribution to your relationships, community, and experience greater success and freedom
– Provide the opportunity to leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself and your community
– Connects you with a community of like-minded Men and Women who want to live better lives
– Dr. Warren Farrell is the Keynote speaker for this year’s Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity. Dr. Farrell will be talking about The Boy Crisis

One of the speakers at this year’s summit is Ahalya Kethees.

Ahalya Kethees is an Executive Coach and Speaker who helps ambitious men and leaders improve their communication. With the belief that empowered men empower women, Ahalya is passionate about creating safe spaces for high-performing men to dialogue vulnerably and develop as leaders.

She’s a Forbes contributor on Leadership and is writing her first book with the working title: Lead by Listening. Ahalya contributes to Diversity and Inclusion in a few other ways, including speaking at the Tech Inclusion Conference, Women in Tech summit, and the Tamil Entrepreneurial Network for Women.

She grew up in Toronto and is living in San Francisco.

During our conversation, Ms. Kethees talked about:

– Her younger days being part an immigrant family and adjusting to Canadian life
– What values did her parents instill in her
– Why did she move from Toronto to San Francisco
– How did get into executive coaching, leadership development
– Her decision to start her own business
– How did she hear about the Summit and taste of what she is going to share about during the Summit
– Listening vs. hearing
– How does masculinity come up with her male clients and her thoughts on masculinity

You can contact Ms. Kethees via:

Linkedin

For more information about The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity including how to attend in person or viewing the Summit online, the VIP Event – an evening with Dr. Warren Farrell on Saturday Night November 17th (an interactive evening with Dr. Farrell and other leaders working together on addressing issues facing our sons) and who will be speaking during the Summit on Sunday, November 18th, please click here.

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Jonathan Shaw and Melvin Lars.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Oprah, Beyoncé, & Obama’s Harsh Appeals To Black Voters

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The US Press Corps Has To Learn To Stand Up To Trump

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘What A Stupid Question’ – Trump Demeans Three Black Female Reporters In Three Days

The Dr. Vibe Show™: For Eight Years, Michelle Obama Watched Every Word. In Her Memoir, She’s Done With That.

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Is There A Cure For Hate?

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All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

Tonight’s conversation topic is the 2018 American Midterm Elections.

Tonight’s special guest is Dominque Grisby of The 94 Percent.

Here is a little about The 94 Percent …

We represent the 94 percent of black women who voted for Hillary Clinton in the 2016 Election. No, that doesn’t mean we all agreed with her politics or policies, but we understood that our nation was headed into the apocalypse. 2016 was the perfect storm for fuckery and dumbassery, and the 2016 Election was the climax. And like our mothers and grandmothers before us, we needed to give the nation a race pep talk by turning out to vote in historic numbers for…a white woman.

No, we didn’t create ourselves because of a love for Hillary Clinton, but rather the recognition that black women were once again trying to save a world that doesn’t give a shit about them.

We’ve heard it over and over again: “We should’ve done MORE to save the election.” But we did. 94 percent of us did. Why didn’t y’all do your jobs?

Oh. Because a white woman wasn’t even enough for white women.

But that’s not the point. The point is black women throughout history have put our bodies on the line to protect our families and our community, and we have gotten nothing in return for it. We compromise for the greater good of humanity to save a world from destroying itself, and in return, receive no gratification for the sacrifices and obstacles we face to help others.

So, here we are. But this time, we’re celebrating one another without the need for recognition from others. We’ve got a lot of fucking black girl magic, and we’re keeping it to ourselves.

So, welcome. Kick off your shoes, take off your bra, and relax.

During the conversation, the ladies talked about:

– The story behind The 94 Percent
– Some thoughts about the last American presidential campaign, Hillary Clinton’s Campaign and white women
– How women of color in America and Canada getting more involved in politics and some of the barriers that they are facing
– Some thoughts about the current midterms campaign
– Latino American support of the Republican party

You can find out more about The 94 Percent via:

Website 
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Email

You can contact the All Our Own Show via:

Twitter
Email
#AllOurOwnShow (Twitter)

You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The panelist for last Sunday’s show was: Melvin Lars.

Mr. Lars commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Distrust Of Health Care System May Keep Black Men Away From Prostate Cancer Research

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why I Won’t Teach My Son ‘Black Codes’

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Trump Economy – What The President Gets Wrong About Black Unemployment

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Don Lemon Doubles Down After Calling White Men ‘Biggest Terror Threat’ In U.S.

The Dr. Vibe Show™: No, I Don’t Accept Your Apology

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

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.

During the October 31, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Three domestic terrorist attacks in the United States over the last few weeks
– 45 wanting to abolish the 14th amendment via executive order

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: LeRon L. Barton, Jim Kennedy and Melvin Lars.

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Has Age Of Trump’s Violent Rhetoric Brought ‘The Awful’ Back To US Politics?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Roland Martin Talks Blackface, Race In America On Megyn Kelly’s Today Show

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Unreality Of Racial Justice Cinema

The Dr. Vibe Show™: If There Is A ‘Blue Wave,’ Democrats Would Have Black Women To Thank

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Making Of A Black Man

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

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.

During the October 24, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Explosive devices sent to former President Barack Obama and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Andrew Cuomo, Maxine Waters, Kamala Harris, George Soros, Eric Holder, John Brennan, Debbie Wasserman Schultz as well as to CNN’s offices in New York
– Vote suppressing tactics in North Dakota, North Carolina and Georgia
– The new show All Our Own and upcoming conversation topics on All Our Own

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com

Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here

God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

All Our Own is live international audio conversation for Generation X Women of Color.

It is a safe space where Gen X Women of Color can discuss their issues with input from women of color from other generations. However, Generation X women are at the center of the conversation.

The regular panelists are: Aisha Staggers , Julissa Borbon and L.A. Wade.

The conversation topic for the first episode was: Why There Is A Need For A Show Of This Type For Generation X Women of Color?

During the conversation the panelists talked about:

– Dr. Vibe and Aisha share their digital journey working together and how the All Own Our Show came into being
– “When America does not listen to women of color – Donald Trump happens.” Aisha
– The panelists share a little about themselves
– Why the panelists wanted to be part of this conversation
– Relationships between women of color in America, Canada, Dominican Rupublic
– How White women are leaving Black women out in the conversation about feminism
– The difference between White feminism and Black feminism
– “Black women’s feminism is tied to their survival.” L.A.
– “Feminism has always been and for White women.” Aisha
– Some their experiences as Black women in the workplace working with White women
– Why each of the panelists are looking forward to the All Our Own Show

You can contact the All Our Own Show via:

Twitter – https://twitter.com/own_show
Email – AllOurOwnShow@gmail.com
#AllOurOwnShow (Twitter)

You can contact Aisha Staggers via:

Twitter
Email

You can contact Julissa Borbon via:

Twitter
Blog

You can contact L.A. Wade via:

Twitter

All you need to do to listen to the conversation live on Sunday evening’s is:

Desktop/Laptop: All you need to do is go to http://thedrvibeshow.com/ tonight at 7 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m. Pacific and click on Click To Play.

Tablet/Smartphone: Tonight at 7 p.m. Eastern/ p.m. Pacific, please go to http://thedrvibeshow.com/ and click on Touch To Play.

You can also provide your comments and questions during the event via Twitter (#AllOurOwnShow).

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

Leisa Washington is the first Canadian female WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association) agent. This accomplishment is a monumental notch in the ‘legacy-in-progress’ of a woman who understands the importance of building and nurturing relationships, as well as fostering opportunities and growth for those who need it.

Those who know and work with Leisa say that she is a woman of integrity who has a lot of compassion for people – especially kids and youth. In the last few years, Leisa has managed to transform her benevolent nature into founding Camda Sports Foundation Canada –– an organization dedicated to funding underprivileged children and their families in recreational sports, while also providing financial assistance so they can have the same opportunities and access to Education, Arts and Music programs that other kids/youth in mid to high income families and neighborhoods have. Leisa is very passionate about the principal mandates of Camda – Sports, Education, and Arts & Music (S.E.A.M).

Leisa was recently honored by NABFEME (National Association of Black Female Executives in Media & Entertainment). The Toronto charter of NABFEME hosted an event to honor her
accomplishment as Canada’s first female WNBA Agent. The event, She’s Got Game, featured a sit-down interview with Leisa about her inspirations, motivations, challenges and successes. During the interview, Leisa shed light on some of the projects she has in store including her first memoir which she is currently writing. In yet another addition to all her accomplishments, on January 23rd, 2014, Leisa became an NBA Agent.

She is also the Manager, Member Services at the new state-of-the-art Abilities Centre in Whitby, Ontario where she manages the customer service and sales department. She works with the Abilities Centre to enrich the quality of life for individuals of all ages and abilities through an inclusive environment.

Leisa was also Ontario Liberal Candidate, Whitby (2018) and launched her sports agency, the MPP Sports Group in August 2018.

Recently, Ms. Washington was on our show. During our conversation, she talked about:

– Some of her background including growing up in Toronto Community Housing (subsidized housing)
– How her mother’s taught her sacrifice and forgiveness
– “You gotta suffer to prosper.”
– How did she handle having children at a young age
– Her great children and what she took from her childhood to raise her children
– What is her biggest fear for her children?
– Her love of track and field when she was growing up
– How did the Camda Sport Foundation start
– Some of her daughter’s great accomplishments
– How she has married sports and getting a quality education for her children
– The story of her becoming a sports agent
– The importance are research, process and being disruptive are to her success
– Her experience in the world of politics (even though she lost win she won)
– The story behind MPP Sports Group and the plans to start a female run Black credit union
– How she has achieved a lot with a lot of formal education
– “My life experience is a PhD.”
– Her current view of American politics and its influence on Canadian politics and society
– Her vision of her future

You can contact Leisa via:

MPP Sports Group – Twitter
MPP Sports Group – Instagram 
Camda Sports Foundation
Camda Sports Foundation – Instagram
Camda Sports Foundation – Twitter
Email
Email

You can find out more about ByBlacks.com (The #1 Black online magazine in Canada. Winner of the 2017 Canadian Ethnic Press Innovation Award) via:

Website
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit On Masculinity is in Toronto on November 18, 2018:

– It is a one-day coed event featuring 7 stellar speakers
– Features a vendor area to meet the top Men’s Organizations in Toronto
– Allows you to learn more about yourself and how you can be the contribution to your relationships, community, and experience greater success and freedom
– Provide the opportunity to leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself and your community
– Connects you with a community of like-minded Men and Women who want to live better lives
– Dr. Warren Farrell is the Keynote speaker for this year’s Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity. Dr. Farrell will be talking about The Boy Crisis

One of the speakers at this year’s summit are is Adele Spraggon.

Dr. Vibe recently had the opportunity to speak with Ms. Spraggon.

During our conversation, Adele talked about:

– Some of her journey including having panic attacks every day when she was younger and how patterns resolved this issue
– How her journal has been instrumental in her journey
– The journey of her helping others succeed by using patterns, how she has built her business and who her typical client is
– The similarity of her facilitation with entrepreneurs and couples
– Her four step repatterning technique
– How did she hear about the Summit and what she will be sharing about at the Summit
– Feel>Act>Think
– Her thoughts on where men are at in society today
– A recent success story and a bit about her book

You can contact Beth via:

Website 
Facebook
Email

For more information about The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity including how to attend in person or viewing the Summit online, the VIP Event – an evening with Dr. Warren Farrell on Saturday Night November 17th (an interactive evening with Dr. Farrell and other leaders working together on addressing issues facing our sons) and who will be speaking during the Summit on Sunday, November 18th, please click here.

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Dr. Lawrence Rasheed and Melvin Lars, Ikey Raw and Christopher “Flood The Drummer” Norris.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: NFL Players Have A Solidarity Problem

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Men Less Religious Than Black Women, But More Religious Than White Women, Men

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The White House Press Room Is Overwhelmingly White. Does That Matter?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: It’s Time For Black Women To Stop Caping A White Feminist Agenda

The Dr. Vibe Show™: What The Black Men Who Identify With Brett Kavanaugh Are Missing

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Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Dr. Lawrence Rasheed and Melvin Lars.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump Says Kanye West Is A TERRIFIC GUY – Kanye West Visit White House

The Dr. Vibe Show™: White Americans Gain The Most From Trump’s Tax Cuts, A Report Finds

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Eric Holder – ‘When They Go Low, We Kick Them. That’s What This New Democratic Party Is About.’

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Midterms Are Key Test For Black Voters In Age Of Trump

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Black Lives Matter Became A Rallying Cry. Make It the Truth.

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit On Masculinity is in Toronto on November 18, 2018:

– It is a one-day coed event featuring 7 stellar speakers
– Features a vendor area to meet the top Men’s Organizations in Toronto
– Allows you to learn more about yourself and how you can be the contribution to your relationships, community, and experience greater success and freedom
– Provide the opportunity to leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself and your community
– Connects you with a community of like-minded Men and Women who want to live better lives
– Dr. Warren Farrell is the Keynote speaker for this year’s Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity. Dr. Farrell will be talking about The Boy Crisis

One of the speakers at this year’s summit is Carol Schulte.

International speaker, trainer and certified coach, Carol has taught communication, organizational, and presentational skills in the US, Germany, and in Canada for the better part of a decade. She holds a BFA in Theatre Performance, an MA in Communication, and two postgraduate certificates in coaching and mentoring.

She has lived, worked, and/or volunteered in 16 countries including Thailand, India, Peru, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, the US, the UK, and has visited 38 countries. Carol is also a volunteer bereavement facilitator and camp counselor, marathon runner, and yoga instructor.

During our conversation, Carol talked about:

– Some of her background including pursuing a career in theatre and the performance arts
– Overcoming her feeling that she was not good enough
– The importance of her mother in her life and she overcame her loss
– Her journey finding her purpose with her life
– The story behind Speak Your Genius program
– Her heart for service and her love of adventure
– Why she hid her upbringing for many years
– Bravery killers
– Some background her topic for the Summit
– Her thoughts on the word authentic and how it relates to one’s dream
– The top five regrets of the dying
– what she wants the audience to get from her talk at the Summit

You can contact Carol via:

Website
Twitter
Linkedin
Email
Women Living Big
Women Living Big – Facebook
Women Living Big – Twitter

For more information about The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity including how to attend in person or viewing the Summit online, the VIP Event – an evening with Dr. Warren Farrell on Saturday Night November 17th (an interactive evening with Dr. Farrell and other leaders working together on addressing issues facing our sons) and who will be speaking during the Summit on Sunday, November 18th, please click here.

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

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.

During the October 10, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Brett Kavanaugh as a new member of the United States Supreme Court
– Nikki Haley resigning as United States Ambassador to the United Nations
– 45’s op-ed Donald Trump: Democrats ‘Medicare for All’ plan will demolish promises to seniors in today’s USA Today
– Eric Holder saying “when the Republicans go low we kick them”

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

Veronica Stephen is a resident of Ward 19 (Toronto) and a lifelong East-ender who is connected to the community. Beaches-East York is where she spent many seasons committed to my health and love for athletics, and is home to her childhood congregation where she presently volunteers in the nourishment community kitchen and food bank. It is also where she supports local businesses and enjoy indulging in culinary experiences at some of the best restaurants in the City.

Ms. Stephen has spent over 10 years working for the City of Toronto, with experience in Parks, Forestry and Recreation; Court Services; and Employment and Social Services divisions. I have not only done so with the intended purpose to learn, but with my eyes and ears open, and an extended hand and a welcoming smile.

Ms. Stephen is running for City Council to ensure that the needs of the community are served, to provide the resources to keep residents safe, create change and to improve the overall livability of our community.

Recently, we had Ms. Stephen on our show.

During our conversation, Ms. Stephen talked about:

– Some of her background including being born and raised in Toronto, being a triplet and one of five kids, her love of athletics
– Her mother’s influence on her while she was growing up
– Her experience in the human resources field
– Some of her experiences from working with the city of Toronto for ten years
– When and why did she decide to run in this year’s Toronto municipal elections
– The demographics of the ward she is running in
– How has she handled the campaign changing dynamics
– Her thoughts about the key concerns for her ward
– What are constituents telling her
– If she is elected, what would she action on first
– Some of her concerns about Toronto
– A special moment during her campaign
– One thing she has learned along the campaign trail

You can contact Ms. Stephen via:

Website 
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

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.

During the October 3, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Brett Kavanaugh’s United States Supreme Court hearings and the aftermath
– The Laquan McDonald murder trial in Chicago
– Young American voters under 30 and the impact they may have on the 2018 midterms

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/

Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com

Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here

God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The panelist for last Sunday’s show was: Melvin Lars.

Mr. Lars commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Reject The Emmett Till/Brett Kavanaugh Comparison

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Bette Midler Apologizes After ‘Women Are The N-Word’ Tweet Inflames Fans

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump Says Men Don’t Feel Safe From False Persecution. That’s Not A New Feeling — For Black Men.

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘Justice For Laquan!’ Demonstrators Chant, As Chicago Officer Is Convicted Of Murder

The Dr. Vibe Show™: How The ‘Natural Talent’ Myth Is Used As A Weapon Against Black Athletes

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,
Dr. Vibe

The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit On Masculinity in Toronto on November 18, 2018:

– It is a one-day coed event featuring 7 stellar speakers
– Features a vendor area to meet the top Men’s Organizations in Toronto
– Allows you to learn more about yourself and how you can be the contribution to your relationships, community, and experience greater success and freedom
– Provide the opportunity to leverage the Summit as a resource to transform yourself and your community
– Connects you with a community of like-minded Men and Women who want to live better lives
– Dr. Warren Farrell is the Keynote speaker for this year’s Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity. Dr. Farrell will be talking about The Boy Crisis

Two of the speakers at this year’s summit are Beth Ostrander and Bryan Duarte.

Dr. Vibe recently had the opportunity to speak with Beth and Bryan.

During our conversation, they talked about:

– Some of their backgrounds, how they started working together and their ah-ha moment when it comes to helping people with their sexuality
– Some of the highlights of their upcoming talk at the Summit Re-Alining Intimacy In The Bedroom: What You Didn’t You Didn’t Know and how it how it ties into masculinity
– “We need to have a new conversation when it comes to masculinity.” Beth

You can contact Beth via:

Gourmet Sex Life
Linkedin
Facebook
Email

You can contact Brian via:

Eamil

For more information about The 2018 Men’s and Women’s Summit on Masculinity including how to attend in person or viewing the Summit online, the VIP Event – an evening with Dr. Warren Farrell on Saturday Night November 17th (an interactive evening with Dr. Farrell and other leaders working together on addressing issues facing our sons) and who will be speaking during the Summit on Sunday, November 18th, please click here.

Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/

Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com

Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here

God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars and Jim Kennedy.

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Brett Kavanaugh And America’s Insistence On White Male Virtue

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Some Black Americans Were Done With Bill Cosby After His ‘Pound Cake’ Speech

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Is #MeToo Still For #UsToo?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Innocence Erased – How Society Keeps Black Boys From Being Boys

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Allyship Is A Verb

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

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.

During the September 26, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Brett Kavanaugh’s United States Supreme Court hearings
– 45 at the United Nations
– Is United States Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein quitting or is he going to be fired?
– Bill Cosby and what is next for #MeToo

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com

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God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe

Pamela D. Price is a woman on a mission. As a young girl, growing up in Texas, she saw firsthand the impact of social determinants of health and was determined to not only do better for herself but to help other along the way. In 2012, she started Priceless Vessels of Promise, a nonprofit aimed at developing and sustaining programs that educate, empower, and support young girls and women. As Executive Director, Ms. Price provides comprehensive community-based programs to local areas in the Richmond Virginia Metro area.

Mrs. Price has a worked in the public health profession for nearly 20 years having gained vast experiences in public health, healthcare, and community health. She has served as a member of the U.S. Army Nurse Corp and has excelled in both government and non-governmental agencies providing leadership and guidance on program management, quality improvement, and project development. Mrs. Price has conducted workshops and presented at national conferences to include The United States Conference on AIDS and the American Public Health Association Annual Meeting. She also serves as a consultant to community-based organizations providing project development, management, and evaluation services.

Recently, Ms. Price was on our show talking about The increasing impacts of stress and anxiety on Black women.

During our conversation, Ms. Price talked about:

– Some of her background including growing up in Texas, being raised by her grandparents, joining the military right after finishing high school
– Memories of her grandparents and her mother
– sharing her relationship with her mother who faced addictions with her daughter
– What her experience in the army taught her, her decision to leave the army and her life after leaving the army
– why did she want to talk about this subject
– “The Strong And Stressed Black Woman” article
– The importance of self-care for Black women and the challenge that many Black women face in getting mental health care
– some of the challenges that many Black women face in the workplace
– Diversity and inclusion policies are not set up to help many Black women succeed
– “Black women are in a constant chronic stage of stress.”
– “Many Black women are in a stage of flight or fight”
– how she overcome two deaths in her family (one of them being her mom) during the earlier part of this year and her husband’s support during this time
– How churches have to do a better job helping their attendees
– Black women and racial and gender discrimination

You can find out more about Ms. Price via:

Priceless Enterprises
Twitter
Facebook
Email

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Janice Robinson-Celeste is a businesswoman, journalist, author, entrepreneur, mother, grandmother and is one of the original founders of Successful Black Parenting magazine.

She is a contributing writer for the Huffington Post, is a published author of two parenting books, Pride & Joy by Simon & Schuster and Making A Supermodel: A Parents’ Guide. Janice has a degree in Early Childhood Education and holds and a master’s degree in business. Formerly, the School Age Child Care (SACC) Coordinator for the Philadelphia area with the non-profit organization, Parents Union for Public Schools, she developed SACC programs throughout the city. She headed a $2m YMCA where she served as the Executive Branch Director in charge of operations for a new facility, including the NAEYC accredited child care program and summer camp. In addition, Janice held the title of Early Childhood Specialist at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Child Guidance Center where she worked with parents who struggled with substance abuse challenges to guide them with the healthy development of their young children. Janice was also a preschool teacher and has taught children through high school.

At the age of 49, she held the title of Mrs. New Jersey United States 2015 and still competes in pageants to this day. She is the mother of three successful adult daughters, including international supermodel, Sessilee Lopez.

Recently, Mrs. Robinson-Celeste was on our show talking about Back To School.

During our conversation, Mrs. Robinson-Celeste talked about:

– Some of the magazine’s background, some of her background and the news about the magazine recently winning two awards and moving to California
– What should parents buy for their kids and for teachers for back to school
– Her thoughts on teachers having to spend money out of their own pockets for supplies
– Teachers low salaries
– Being a single parent approaching the school year
– What questions do parents need to ask their children and what they need to do to be involved with their child(ren) school
– Parents having a schedule for their child(ren) during the school year and good relationship with their daycare if they use one
– Best practices for teachers
– What has made the teaching profession more challenging over the years
– The impact of digital devices in the classroom and how to deal with it
– Her thoughts on how the education system is serving parents and students
– The importance of knowing your child(ren) friends and their parents

You can find out more about Successful Black Parenting Magazine via:

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Facebook

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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.

During the September 19, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

The topics that Ms. Staggers with be talking about will be:

– 45 in South Carolina to view the damage by Hurricane Florence
– Brett Kavanaugh United States Supreme Court nomination
– Sarah Sanders antiquated thinking
– The upcoming book by Stormy Daniels
– Botham Jean killed by a Dallas white female police officer

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Alexander Williams is a writer from Lancaster, California with a Bachelor of Arts in Literature and years of experience educating youth in the Bay Area. His essays have been featured on the Huffington Post and his first full-length novel, “Camp,” will be available on Amazon in the winter of 2019. Alexander is a highly motivated artist striving to foster the education of those that come from disadvantaged communities and give a voice to marginalized people. You can follow him on Twitter @DantheMalformed .

Recently, Mr. Williams was on our show talking about his article Artistic Catharsis- A Look Inside Black Masculinity.

During our conversation, Mr. Williams talked about:

– What is going on with him including the writing of a novel and working on getting into graduate school
– The story behind the article
– How some Black men are looked down upon for pursuing the arts and the stereotype(s) that come with it
– The stereotypes with being of mixed race and how did he and does he handle it
– How the racism he deals with effects his masculinity
– Why did reference Tupac Sukur in this article
– Why are Black men still experiencing the duality of racism and masculinity
– The effect of hip hop and Black women on the duality
– The conversations he has with his brother about the duality
– His suggestion on how Black men can deal with the duality
– The difference between Black masculinity and White masculinity

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Twitter

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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.

During the September 12, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Aretha Franklin’s funeral
– The New York Time’s I Am Part of the Resistance Inside the Trump Administration anonymous op-ed
– Bob Woodward’s book about 45’s presidency
– Kamala Harris, Cory Booker during Brett Kavanaugh’s US Supreme Court hearings
– Michelle Obama’s upcoming book Becoming
– The opiod problem while she lives (117 overdoses in one day)
– Serena Williams and her outburst at the US Open
– Andrew Gillum winning the Democratic nomination for Governor of Florida, Ayanna Pressley’s winning the primary for Massachusetts’ 7th Congressional District and what the Democratic party needs to win the upcoming midterm and presidential elections in America
– The need for youth to be more involved in politics more than just voting
– Nike’s 30th anniversary ad

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Jonathan Shaw and Melvin Lars.

The panelists commented on the follow stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Lawyers “Disgusted” That Search Warrant Claiming Marijuana Found In Botham Jean’s Apartment Released On The Day Of Funeral

The Dr. Vibe Show™: How Stay-At-Home Dads Are Redefining Manhood

The Dr. Vibe Show™: ‘Low IQ,’ ‘SPECTACULAR,’ ‘Dog’ – How Trump Tweets About African-Americans

The Dr. Vibe Show™: The Risky Business Of Branding Black Pain

The Dr. Vibe Show™: People Of Color Are Still Being Locked Out Of The Democratic Process

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On Saturday, September 15, 2018, Dr. Vibe hosted the conversation Black Fathers And Child Custody – Part One on Black Men Talking on WJMS Radio. The panelists were: Jonathan Shaw, Henri Morris and Melvin Lars.

During the conversation, the following topics were discussed:

– Three stigmas attributed to Black men it regards to child support
– Many Black men are frustrated by the process and need to know their rights when it comes to child support
– Are the rules and regulations in regards to Black fathers and child custody the same in Canada and America
– Some best practices for Black fathers who are dealing with child custody
– “I love being a father but I so hate fatherhood.” Henri Morris
– – “Using your penis is expensive so make sure you know who you are using it with.” Jonathan Shaw

You can contact Jonathan Shaw via:

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Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

You can contact Henri Morris via:

Facebook
Twitter
Email

You can contact Melvin Lars via:

Dying On My Feet
Twitter
Facebook

To find out more information about WJMS Radio via:

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Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

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Serena Wills is a native New Yorker and currently resides in the Washington, DC area. She holds a BA in Policy Studies from Syracuse University an MPA from Virginia Tech and studying for her MA in Health and Wellness Coaching. She’s a nonprofit guru, a published author and spoken word artist. Her previous publications include her first poetry book titled, Reconstruction, Pieces of Life, Volume 1 was released in 2014 and is available on her website, Amazon and Barnes and Noble. She’s also published in numerous anthologies and is a contributing writer/health and wellness blogger for online magazines and websites.

Serena is a mother to her beautiful son and is an advocate for Ovarian Cancer, GYN Cancers, HIV/AIDS, Lymphoma and Lyme Disease research and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc..

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Tara Lessard’s Story …

It was August 2015. I spent a lot of time crying by the Delaware River, just blocks from my Morrisville, Pennsylvania home. I suffered from acid reflux for a year and knew something more was wrong but didn’t know what it was. I tried diet modification, sleeping sitting up and natural remedies to no avail. I finally went to a local hospital ER in September after having extreme pain in my stomach with immense amount of pressure when I sat down. They did a CT scan and quickly admitted me to the hospital where I was told the gynecologist would provide results the next day and family should be present. It was then the doctor shared I had stage 4 ovarian cancer and there was nothing they could do for me. I was in shock. No one in my family had cancer.

I ended up starting treatment at a nearby cancer hospital. They said I was a textbook case and recommended chemotherapy and surgery – and said I would be fine. I didn’t get a sense they knew me or cared about my concerns. They didn’t see me as a unique individual.

I reached out to Cancer Treatment Centers of America after my sister researched other options. Unfortunately, I was too sick to travel, so I treated closer to home at another cancer center and underwent an aggressive plan given the cancer growth beyond the ovaries. I had debilitating pain, eventually leading to use of a wheelchair. After a few months, I learned the disease metastasized to my spleen. Doctors said I probably had two years to live. I was in my mid-40s and wanted more. I went back into research mode, consulting with multiple, well-known facilities who all said the same thing. That’s when I picked up the phone and followed through with CTCA to get another opinion.

Tara’s CTCA Experience

In March 2017, I flew to CTCA in Atlanta and met with Dr. Geisler who said, “Your cancer is my priority.” He explained he would remove the spleen and any other evidence of the disease. After surgery, I would undergo six rounds of chemotherapy and was a good candidate for a new immunotherapy drug.

I instantly loved my team and had faith in Dr. Geisler.

By late April, I was set for surgery, but got extremely sick and was admitted to the local hospital for obstructed bowel. Once released, I couldn’t eat or drink, so I went to another hospital for three weeks. They told me they wanted to operate, but I refused. I knew I needed to get back to CTCA. The doctors put in a central line for TPN, so my mom, sister and I hired a medical transport van and drove down to Atlanta so I could have surgery there.

Surgery was intense, involving my spleen, pieces of my small bowel and more. It was successful. A week later, I went back for emergency surgery followed by an extended hospital stay. The care was amazing. Everyone from Nursing, Transportation, Pastoral Care and Cancer Fighters spent time with us. Dr. Rosenberg performed adjustments to help my back, Dr. Johnson helped my side effects with acupuncture, and Physical Therapy ensured I got up to walk. After discharge, I returned to CTCA every three weeks for chemo and received my last treatment on my 45th birthday. My CA levels drastically decreased…and I remain cancer free.

I am so grateful for the entire staff at CTCA. My mom and I are now patient and caregiver advocates. We love our changing roles in this journey and are so happy we can give back by helping others. I am so grateful not to be just living, but thriving.

Additional Information:
● I live in Morrisville, Pennsylvania (north of Philadelphia)
● I love cooking, photography, making jewelry and painting
● I’m currently in a scholarship program for The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia (home to one of the world’s greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist and early modern paintings)
● Mom and I love being Cancer Fighter Care Net (CFCN) volunteers

You can contact Ms. Lessard via:

Facebook
Email

Recently, Serena and Tara were on our show talking about ovarian cancer. During the conversation, they talked about:

– Some of their backgrounds
– Ovarian cancer and best practices in dealing with it
– Serena sharing about her mother having ovarian cancer and eventually passing away
– Tara dealing with ovarian cancer at this time
– Where are both getting their strength from and how did they meet
– How the treatment for ovarian cancer advanced over the years and how to prevent/diagnose ovarian cancer
– The cost of treatment
– Increased awareness about ovarian cancer
– What would they like to see happen in regards to combating ovarian cancer
– how to deal with the loss of a loved one due ovarian cancer

You can find out more about ovarian cancer from these American organizations:

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

SHARE Cancer Support

Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance

Magenta Study

Nell’d It

Cancer Treatment Centers of America

Teal45

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Awareness Association (PCSOAA)

Stand Up To Cancer

American Cancer Society

You can find out more about ovarian cancer from this Canadian organization:

Ovarian Cancer Canada

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Dr. Vibe "demolishing the digital divide and raising the level of consciousness", The Prime Minister of Pertinent Information, Connector, Producer and Host of the award winning The Dr. Vibe Show™ - The Home Of Epic Conversations™, Digital Curator, Digital Publisher

Aim bigger. Aim better. Aim higher. Aim wider.

The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars and Ikey Raw .

The panelists discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Trump Wants DOJ To Investigate ‘Resistance’ Writer As a Matter of National Security

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Nike’s Ad Featuring Colin Kaepernick Isn’t Risky At All; It’s Business

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Aretha Franklin’s Funeral Service – Remembering The Queen Of Soul’s Beautiful Life

The Dr. Vibe Show™: For Black Boys And Girls With Absent Fathers, The Pain Is The Same, But Here’s Why The Support Isn’t

The Dr. Vibe Show™: We Still Can’t Breathe, And The Air Is Getting Thicker

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The Truth Conference is a wellness weekend getaway destination for men and women featuring: FAITH, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL and GOOD OLD FASHIONED FUN. It is a time of refreshing for all. Amidst life learning, we give time to rest, enjoy life, and laugh.

The conference is being held at the Americana Conference Resort and Spa in Niagara Falls, Ontario from September 7 – 9, 2018.

Recently, Nadine Miller of the Truth Conference was on our show.

During our conversation, Ms. Miller talked about:

– The list of speakers for this year’s conference
– Some of the history of the conference
– Some of the lessons they have learned and the work it takes putting on the conference every year
– What message do they want the attendees of this conference to leave with

You can find out more information about the conference via:

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Melvin Lars, LeRon Barton and Dr. Lawrence Rasheed.

The panelists commented on the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Why Is It Still OK To ‘Trash’ Poor White People?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Beto O’Rourke’s Straight Answer To A Tough Question – Kneeling In The NFL

The Dr. Vibe Show™: With Trump In The White House, White Nationalists Aren’t Going Anywhere

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Unions Brought Black Americans Into The Middle Class. They’re Now Being Decimated

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Unions Brought Black Americans Into The Middle Class. They’re Now Being Decimated

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Akley Olton is a creator of images from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines who uses art to share the beauty and contradictions of the Caribbean. He is a young man dedicated to the development of Caribbean cinema, trained in visual arts, graphic design and audiovisual production. Since 2011 he began to work as Director of Photography for Film Fiction, Documentary and Advertising. He studied Cinema (CINEMATOGRAPHY) at the International School of Cinema and TV EICTV, CUBA. He has worked on projects in St. Vincent and the Grenades, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Cuba, London, Canada and Ghana.

Recently, Mr. Olton was on our show today talking about his film BLACK DOLL which is being shown on the opening night at this year’s Caribbean Tales Film Festival.

During our conversation, Mr. Olton talked about:

– Some of his background including life growing up in St. Vincent and the Grenadenes
– Dealing with his mother who did want him to get into film making
– Some of his film making journey
– Cuba’s influence on his film making
– The story behind Black Doll and the influence his niece had on the film
– Why did choose now to start directing
– The challenge of finding a Black doll in St. Vincent
– The process of getting the film in this year’s festival
– tThe message he wants the audience to get from the film

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Instagram
Twitter
Facebook

You can find out more information about this year’s Caribbean Tales Film Festival via:

Website

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From humble beginnings to a prosperous life. Rodney Kellum has discovered the power of Speaking Life into existence. In addition to accomplishing some major milestones such as playing Division I basketball, being internationally recognized by CNN for the book he Co-authored titled What Yo Nayme Iz: What Not To Name Your Child, and launching Speak Life Inspirational Speaking. Rodney has learned the extremely valuable lesson that his most important work is done at home as husband and father.

Life changed for Rodney when he was forced to choose between his then dream job, and his then very young first child Randall. Once Rodney chose Randall over his what he thought was his dream job his paradigm shifted, and Fatherhood became his inspiration for doing everything that he now does.

When you hear Rodney Kellum speak, you will learn the tools to go from Motivation to Inspiration, as well as the absolute power you have to create the life that you want beginning with carefully choosing and speaking life changing words.

Rodney Kellum is based out of the Atlanta area, and is available for booking of your special event.

Recently, The Dr. Vibe Show™ will be hosted the Speak Life Series. During these conversations, Rodney shared about various subjects including fatherhood, faith, manhood and rejecting mediocrity and accepting greatness.

On this episode of the Speak Life Manhood Series, Rodney talked about It’s Not About Me.

During the conversation, Rodney talked about:

– When did he realize when it is not all about him
– How can men who are not fathers relate to this message
– How he is dealing with fathers who are dealing with fatherlessness and the lack of resources for fathers

You can find out more about Rodney via:

Speak Life International Speaking
Speak Life International Speaking – Facebook
Twitter
Email

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Paul Nguyen is a filmmaker, journalist and social activist best known for creating Jane-Finch.com.

Nguyen’s impact is recognized by political and community leaders across Canada. He is a public speaker and media commentator on race, crime and youth issues.

Nguyen sits on the York University Alumni Board, York University Senate, and the National Ethnic Press and Media Council of Canada. He is featured on a list of noteworthy historical figures for Asian Heritage Month by the Government of Canada.

You can find more about Paul via:

Jane-Finch.com
Twitter
Email

Dwayne Wright (Mr. Fresh) is an Canadian Award Winning Entrepreneur and C.E.O from Toronto. In Toronto, there is a notoriously known neighborhood called Jane and Finch, or Jane and Fresh which Mr. Fresh likes to call it. He was raised in the midst of guns, drugs, violence and poverty it molded him from seeing violence, drugs and guns first hand, to the successful businessman he is today becoming Fresh and Famous.

You find out about Dwayne via:

Website
Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
YouTube
Email

Recently, Paul and Dwayne were our show talking about the article Jane-Finch voices speak truth to power on gun violence.

During the conversation, Paul and Dwayne talked about:

– Some of their experiences and challenges growing up in the Jane-Finch area
– Why did Paul decide to write this article
– Their experiences during the first “Summer Of The Gun” in Toronto (2005)
– What has been happening in Jane-Finch since 2005
– “The best social program is a job.” Paul
– The background behind the article
– The practice of carding by the police
– Their reactions when they see people leaving Jane and Finch
– The threat of gentrification and the effect that the current political climate is having
– Their thoughts on councilman’s Giorgio Mammoliti comments calling some of the residents of the area as “cockroaches”
– Some of the misconceptions and some great things about Jane and Finch
– Solutions to help make positive change

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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.

During the August 22, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Paul Manafort, 45’s former campaign chairman, found guilty on eight charges
– Melania Trump attending a cyberbullying summit one week after Trump’s ‘dog’ tweet about Omarosa and planning her first solo international trip to Africa in October
– Representative Duncan Hunter, one of the earliest congressional supporters of 45’s presidential campaign, is indicted, accused of misusing campaign funds
– Michael Cohen, Trump’s lawyer and “fix-it guy” for more than a decade, pleaded guilty to eight federal crimes.
– Will America overlook everything as long as the economy stays strong?
– The continued high level of shootings in Chicago

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Chetachi A. Egwu is a Nigerian American professor, writer/producer, filmmaker, dancer/choreographer, artist and actor . She earned a BA in Communication from the University of Buffalo in 1996, then moved on to Howard University in Washington, DC, where she completed a Masters and Ph.D. in Mass Communication.

Dr. Egwu has served as a faculty member in the communication departments at Morgan State University, The George Washington University and Nova Southeastern University. She is currently communication faculty at the University of Maryland University College.

Her work has been featured in academic journals, newspapers and online publications such as The Grio and The Burton Wire, her creative nature reaches beyond writing. Dr. Egwu is also a dancer/choreographer and was a member of Carla and Company, Coyaba Dance Theater, Choreographers Collaboration Project in Washington DC and featured in several other projects. An avid filmmaker, she is currently co-producer and co-director for the documentaries Runway Afrique and No Justice, No Peas: Getting A Veggie In The Hood, and co-producer, director and cinematographer for the documentary Sunshine Chic. Dr. Egwu also is the host of MediaScope on the streaming platforms Periscope and Facebook Live live on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Eastern.

You contact Dr. Egwu via:

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Lia Miller

Featured in Griots Republic magazine, Nia Magazine, Heart & Soul Magazine, Times Union (the leading newspaper for the New York state capital district), and on http://GovLoop.com , http://BlackandMarriedWithKids.com  (BMWK), http://Blavity.com , http://HuffingtonPost.com , http://theGrio.com , the Dr. Vibe Show, and more, Lia Miller (also known online as Lia World Traveler) is an award-winning blogger, sought after freelance writer, children’s book author, clinically trained social worker with emphasis on childhood and family dynamics, diversity and social inclusion advocate, event producer, social media personality, public speaker, and foreign policy expert. She is also the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Peace & Purpose (P&P), a social enterprise that serves as a catalyst and launch pad for female entrepreneurs worldwide to expand to new markets, grow their businesses, and in the process, improve their own lives and in turn, their communities. Lia is a wife and mother of two, current foreign service officer/diplomat, and lives overseas in La Paz, Bolivia. Find her online at http://LiaWorldTraveler.com  or @liaworldtraveler (@liaworldtravels on Twitter) across social media.

You can find more about Ms. Miller via:

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Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

Recently, Dr. Egrw and Ms. Miller were on our show talking about Marginalized People Don’t Need Lessons In Civility.

During the conversation, they talked about:

– Why Dr. Tachi wanted to talk about this subject and Lia experiences with this subject in different countries
– Marginalization in the Black community
– How should Blacks respond where they are told they are not “civil”
– Do Black men need to be more supportive for Black women
– The need for Blacks to hold each other more accountable
– “Some people’s Black cards need to be revoked.” Lia Miller
– Is marginalization inevitable?
– The fact that capitalism is an ally of marginalization
– That people of color spend too much time apologizing being people of color

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Ernest Owens is an award-winning journalist and editor for Philadelphia Magazine’s G Philly and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, he covers a variety of social issues regarding race, LGBTQ, politics, and pop culture. As a Black gay journalist, his extensive reporting on racism in the LGBTQ community garnered national attention as he revealed acts of discrimination in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood.

At 26 years old, Ernest has already used his growing platform to advocate for media diversity and inclusion. He serves on the boards of Philadelphia Community Access Media and the Pen & Pencil Club, the nation’s oldest press club. His work has been featured on CNN, NPR, NBC News, USA Today, BET, and other media outlets. He’s a member of the Online News Association, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). He was named the 2016 Trailblazer of the Year by the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists and won the 2017 James Aronson Award for Social Justice Journalism for his coverage on racial discrimination in the LGBTQ community, among other honors. He was named the 2017 Emerging Journalist of the Year by the National Association of Black Journalists. He can be found online at ernestowens.com and followed on Twitter at @MrErnestOwens.

Recently, Ernest was on our show. During our conversation, he talked about:

– Him being on a new podcast (For Colored Boyz), why he decided to get involved with podcasting and how much work it takes
– His memories of this year’s NABJ Annual conference in Detroit including him winning two awards
– Other than him winning two awards what made this NABJ annual conference different than the other two he has attended
– How did the media deal with Black journalists at the conference and the need for diversity in newsrooms
– Jesse Jackson’s speech at this year’s conference
– His thoughts on: Omarosa, the lack of the Democratic party ignoring young Black leaders, if Blacks can really be conservative and the use of labels in politics and society
– The state of Black America

You can find more about Ernest via:

Website 
Twitter
For Colored Boyz

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From humble beginnings to a prosperous life. Rodney Kellum has discovered the power of Speaking Life into existence. In addition to accomplishing some major milestones such as playing Division I basketball, being internationally recognized by CNN for the book he Co-authored titled What Yo Nayme Iz: What Not To Name Your Child, and launching Speak Life Inspirational Speaking. Rodney has learned the extremely valuable lesson that his most important work is done at home as husband and father.

Life changed for Rodney when he was forced to choose between his then dream job, and his then very young first child Randall. Once Rodney chose Randall over his what he thought was his dream job his paradigm shifted, and Fatherhood became his inspiration for doing everything that he now does.

When you hear Rodney Kellum speak, you will learn the tools to go from Motivation to Inspiration, as well as the absolute power you have to create the life that you want beginning with carefully choosing and speaking life changing words.

Rodney Kellum is based out of the Atlanta area, and is available for booking of your special event.

Over the next few weeks, The Dr. Vibe Show™ will be hosting the Speak Life Series. During these conversations, Rodney will sharing about various subjects including fatherhood, faith, manhood and rejecting mediocrity and accepting greatness.

On this episode of the Speak Life Series, Rodney talked about Make Like A Ladder And Step Up.

During the conversation, Rodney talked about:

– How was his Father’s Day and some updates with him
– Being uncomfortable in order to become what you need to become
– How he stepped up in regards to losing weight
– Finding your inspiration in life and to achieve your goals
– How full time employees can value themselves as a business
– What are some of things preventing some men from stepping up

You can find out more about Rodney via:

Speak Life International Speaking
Speak Life International Speaking – Facebook
Twitter
Email

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Dr. Vibe

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.

During the August 15, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Sarah Huckabee Sanders admits she gave false figures on African-American job numbers under Obama
– Omarosa Manigault Newman and 45

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Dr. Vibe

Chetachi A. Egwu is a Nigerian American professor, writer/producer, filmmaker, dancer/choreographer, artist and actor . She earned a BA in Communication from the University of Buffalo in 1996, then moved on to Howard University in Washington, DC, where she completed a Masters and Ph.D. in Mass Communication.

Dr. Egwu has served as a faculty member in the communication departments at Morgan State University, The George Washington University and Nova Southeastern University. She is currently communication faculty at the University of Maryland University College.

Her work has been featured in academic journals, newspapers and online publications such as The Grio and The Burton Wire, her creative nature reaches beyond writing. Dr. Egwu is also a dancer/choreographer and was a member of Carla and Company, Coyaba Dance Theater, Choreographers Collaboration Project in Washington DC and featured in several other projects. An avid filmmaker, she is currently co-producer and co-director for the documentaries Runway Afrique and No Justice, No Peas: Getting A Veggie In The Hood, and co-producer, director and cinematographer for the documentary Sunshine Chic. Dr. Egwu also is the host of MediaScope on the streaming platforms Periscope and Facebook Live live on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Eastern.

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Featured in Griots Republic magazine, Nia Magazine, Heart & Soul Magazine, Times Union (the leading newspaper for the New York state capital district), and on http://GovLoop.com , http://BlackandMarriedWithKids.com  (BMWK), http://Blavity.com , http://HuffingtonPost.com , http://theGrio.com , the Dr. Vibe Show, and more, Lia Miller (also known online as Lia World Traveler) is an award-winning blogger, sought after freelance writer, children’s book author, clinically trained social worker with emphasis on childhood and family dynamics, diversity and social inclusion advocate, event producer, social media personality, public speaker, and foreign policy expert. She is also the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Peace & Purpose (P&P), a social enterprise that serves as a catalyst and launch pad for female entrepreneurs worldwide to expand to new markets, grow their businesses, and in the process, improve their own lives and in turn, their communities. Lia is a wife and mother of two, current foreign service officer/diplomat, and lives overseas in La Paz, Bolivia. Find her online at http://LiaWorldTraveler.com  or @liaworldtraveler (@liaworldtravels on Twitter) across social media.

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Facebook
Twitter
Instagram

Recently, Dr. Egrw and Ms. Miller were on our show talking about Black Women Setting Their Own Standard Of Beauty.

During the conversation they talked about:

– What is going on with both of them
– Why did Lia want to talk about this subject
– A look at this subject historically via the media
– How has this subject impacted Lia over the years
– A resurgence of Black women empowerment
– The need for “Black women to stop looking for acceptance in spaces that you are not going to be affirmed in.” Dr. Chetachi Egwu
– The cause for the turn in Black women’s esteem of their beauty and their looks
– What young women of color are telling them about beauty standards
– How is American government and the media dealing with the beauty issue
– That Blacks are still setting some negative standards of beauty about themselves
– What do Black women need to do when is comes to controlling the narrative when it comes to this subject
– Their message for Black men when it comes to this subject

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The panelists for last Sunday’s show were: Jim Kennedy and Melvin Lars.

The panelists will be discussed the following stories:

The Dr. Vibe Show™: LeBron James Takes Don Lemon On An Exclusive Tour Of His New “I PROMISE” School

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Less Than 50 Years After Tuskegee, Can Trust In Our Health System Be Restored?

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Dak Prescott Is Every Black Man In Corporate America

The Dr. Vibe Show™: How To Cut Crime And End America’s Mass Incarceration

The Dr. Vibe Show™: Six Years Later – Trayvon Martin, Florida And Stand Your Ground

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Dr. Vibe

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.

During the August 8, 2018 of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about:

– Yesterday’s American primary elections and future for both parties
– Rick Gates testimony at the Paul Manafort trial
– LeBron James, Don Lemon and 45
– Candace Owens and Omarosa Manigault-Newman

You can find more about Ms. Staggers via:

HuffPost
Atlanta Black Star
YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist
Email

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Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com

Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here

God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith,

Dr. Vibe