https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/straight-talk-with-dean-marc--5401701enSociety & CultureCopyright Marc Leehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9c89ea80279f389b08e9b84a1c08e383.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/straight-talk-with-dean-marc--5401701Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:01:04 +0000Marc LeeMarc Leesquared807@gmail.com“Straight Talk with Dean and Marc" is a podcast that touches many aspects of our society ranging from politics and social justice to entertainment and sports. We feature guests from various backgrounds who motivate, encourage and provide tools to...true29c5e429-f574-58fe-bbe4-ffd155071c29episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-a-tuesday-let-s-talk-about-it--486501900ac969a9-5930-481a-9455-3ee06162cab6Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:41:16 +0000Marc LeeOn this Tuesday edition, Marc Lee and Dean Geronimo discuss a number of topics, including re-naming buildings on the campus of HBCUs, Critical Race Theory, Sport, and Terrorists of Color.  Also discussed are the effects of third-hand smoke and Super...3787truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-weekend-wrap-up--486170514ece4b4a-c4c0-478a-a0ca-c40c1d36d9b1Sun, 06 Feb 2022 23:26:29 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee get together on a Sunday afternoon and have a conversation about politics, racism, the Joe Rogan debacle, the Beijing Olympics, Tom Brady, an outrageous request from Jeff Bezos, the Queen of England, reparations and Whoopi...4235truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/promo-straight-talk-with-dean-marc--48512920b05609e7-c15b-4b13-9261-f55aaec00fcdFri, 28 Jan 2022 21:52:29 +0000Marc LeeA brief description of our show....42falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-school-and-new-ideas--48512927Join us in this discussion.......]]>cc16f2a1-c170-4b82-94ea-56b1d44e4828Fri, 28 Jan 2022 01:40:38 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee get together one last time in the first month of this year to discuss the weather, the upcoming Supreme Court nominee, taxes, essential workers, the death penalty, those wrongly convicted, Social Security, and new age...Join us in this discussion.......]]>3030truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-high-aspirations-episode--4851293055443e71-b95e-4aba-8744-e1ca0ab70068Wed, 19 Jan 2022 04:26:14 +0000Marc LeeOn this brief episode current events are discussed, to include a Senate hopeful that is a marijuana advocate.2399truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/welcome-to-2022-let-s-start-the-conversation--4851292810ac7583-b242-4b64-8d9c-b5d9e03e0277Wed, 12 Jan 2022 03:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee are BACK in '22.  Tonight's conversation touches on a number of topics, including the current weather, Maya Angelou being featured on the quarter, voting rights, the college football national championship, weapons of...2978truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-re-back-from-that-small-commercial-break--485129299a8f3cdc-6ed4-44ae-99a7-15ec84298ae1Thu, 09 Dec 2021 02:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee reconvene in the month of December to discuss current events.  Come join the lively discussion......2918truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/funny-how-time-flies-52-days-left-in-this-year--48512931Straight Talk with Dean & Marc also welcome sponsorships!  If you're interested, contact us at bluesradio@gmail.com or squared807@gmail.com!]]>e3841186-009e-43a0-bd98-dc368775b450Wed, 10 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +0000Marc LeeTonight's episode starts off the month of November.  Dean Geronimo and Marc Lee discuss Daylight Savings Time and whether the United States should continue to spring forward and fall back; the Travis Scott incident, racism in our highways, lawmakers...Straight Talk with Dean & Marc also welcome sponsorships!  If you're interested, contact us at bluesradio@gmail.com or squared807@gmail.com!]]>3384truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/yesterday-we-lost-a-trailblazer--4851293532fb0500-6202-4ade-96ae-18ae9d0ca6e6Wed, 20 Oct 2021 01:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee discuss the passing of GEN Colin L. Powell and other current events.3860truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-10-12-show-on-anchor--485129399fd3bd70-a511-4b15-809c-4f5432d16d22Wed, 13 Oct 2021 02:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee have moved to the Anchor platform.  Let's see how this works out.......It's gonna be FUN!4292truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/continuing-the-conversation-with-marc-lee--485129268dc8bc09-92a4-4717-8732-ada6405c3d5aSat, 09 Oct 2021 03:00:00 +0000Marc LeeContinuing the Conversation with Marc Lee....2332truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-a-little-conversation--485129389b9767cc-885e-4e76-8d89-e96fc0b973a0Tue, 14 Sep 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee get a chance to have a special Tuesday edition of the show.  Join us for some good conversation........7381truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amazing-conversation-with-haiku-champion-and-puppeteer-ipc-i-paint-creatures--48512941d2c419a9-3ed0-475d-9368-0afa31cf49b1Mon, 30 Aug 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeLadies and Gentlemen Welcome to the End of Summer.......7352truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-medication-healing-honesty--48512948c96ffca0-0f06-4d90-8bcf-a61340f34a13Mon, 16 Aug 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeKimberly Bell joins us to discuss her personal story, and the basis behind her literary work. She has overcome abandonment, abuse, ridicule, and projected shame.  Yet, her resolve refused to let her quit.7662truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-another-good-conversation--485129247f78f3e8-b1e9-418a-ab76-d36ae3f44020Mon, 09 Aug 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee get together for some good old fashioned conversation........as we are good at doing!7070truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/back-to-our-regularly-scheduled-program--4851292517932399-1d29-45a6-a79b-58cf2ad520a2Mon, 02 Aug 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeBack To Our Regularly Scheduled Program......3673truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-from-the-library-and-some-new-briefs-on-this-edition-of-straight-talk--48512932d15d717f-25c9-4588-868a-41489ab260cbMon, 26 Jul 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeA lot more music than usual....but without Dean here, we wanted to keep our listeners engaged and at least give them something to listen to...we will be back with more engaging conversation on the first Monday in August....7499truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pandemic-misconceptions-and-other-things--48512937dcdca4fc-e306-48bb-ab43-503b2162f239Mon, 19 Jul 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeGeorge from Boston joins us to talk about the misconceptions about the COVID-19 pandemic.  He also discusses changing your situation and cryptocurrency.  Join us for an interesting conversation......7978truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fred-williams-joins-us-on-the-show-tonight--4851295204cd3189-c21a-4353-beed-6d27efefce15Mon, 12 Jul 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeFred Williams joins us on Straight Talk with Dean and Marc.  A former bodybuilder, who wrote a book in 2005.  He talks about redefining success, and being able to live within your means as well as improving your situation.7855truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-peace-activist-joins-us-tonight--48512933
Source:  Wikipedia]]>f60ddb10-8a1f-4459-8db5-128f391fd9cfMon, 28 Jun 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeePeace Activist John Noltner is best known for a multimedia art project known as A Peace of My Mind, whcih combines photographs of diverse people and their commentaries on the meaning of peace.    Source:  Wikipedia
Source:  Wikipedia]]>7958truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-another-front-porch-conversation--485129428e338324-8cea-4e80-b400-8cfe1963cae9Mon, 14 Jun 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc Lee14 Days In.....Dean Geronimo and Marc Lee have a "front porch" conversation about current events.7697truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jennifer-beck-brings-the-smoke-tonight-well-sort-of--485129408cfc8b9f-faef-438b-8769-1315df116b97Mon, 07 Jun 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeJennifer Beck is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Jihi Company.  Jihi is on a mission to help high-performing people sleep better, recover faster, and rejuvenate from the inside out.  Jihi's proprietary, clean, and highly functional CBD skin and body...7371truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-front-porch-conversation--485129474d98a110-01ad-42ba-9aba-fdab3cb025acMon, 24 May 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee kick back and just have a front porch conversation......7071truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ken-wetherington-joins-us-on-the-show--48512943568eaf6a-29f4-4b52-8438-5622991dfdfdMon, 17 May 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeKevin's website:  Ken Wetherington | Fiction and Film   Amazon link for his book: Santa Abella and Other Stories - Kindle edition by Wetherington, Ken. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.7653truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-discussion-on-leadership--485129548c9a6955-9853-4a3c-92d2-bff1412ae810Mon, 10 May 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn this episode, there is an interesting discussion on promotion, transition, and leadership......8065truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/deborah-driggs-joins-us-tonight--485129518da0944d-6612-4611-8953-4665b215b2a4Mon, 03 May 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeFormer Playboy Playmate Deborah Driggs joins us on the show tonight.  From her start as a Playboy Centerfold and Covergirl to her life as a Screen Actors' Guild member and then a top-rated insurance industry professional, Deborah Driggs has had to...7659truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/so-long-april-may-is-around-the-corner--485129507ab732ed-5eea-4942-9c76-720a446ae37bMon, 26 Apr 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeTonight's episode discusses the importance of video representation and the impact of the pandemic on businesses.  Also, working together as a married couple in business is discussed, and what it takes to maintain your family as well as being sucessful...7609truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-the-middle-of-the-month--48512966907a18ca-c61a-43db-9dbc-76c96775e2ecMon, 19 Apr 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeIt's the Middle of the Month......7411truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-discussion-on-human-trafficking--48512967d71219f9-680d-48a0-bd7f-c398c535a2b6Mon, 12 Apr 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeePastor Dr. Gwendolyn Cook joins us for a discussion on Human Trafficking.  Imagine surviving human trafficking, sexual abuse, assault, domestic violence, and gang exploitation all before the age of 13. Pastor Gwendolyn Cook sees it every day. She is...8134truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marketing-with-russ-aka-russselfie-with-marc-lee-ep-91--48512921Broadcast On... Facebook:     http://bit.ly/MarketingWIthRuss91Youtube:        http://bit.ly/MarketingWithRuss91YT
Connect with Russ: Website:      https://www.russhedge.com/Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/russhedgecoa...Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/russhedgeco...LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-hedg...Twitter:        https://twitter.com/russhedge]]>e1e56053-80a4-412f-b218-fd958f0d5be2Thu, 08 Apr 2021 21:00:00 +0000Marc Lee"Marketing with Russ... aka #RussSelfie" with my guest Marc Lee  discussing Podcasting, Connecting, Marketing, Networking, and much more! Marc is from Durham, North Carolina and is the Executive Producer and host of the Radio Show With Marc Lee at...Broadcast On... Facebook:     http://bit.ly/MarketingWIthRuss91Youtube:        http://bit.ly/MarketingWithRuss91YT
Connect with Russ: Website:      https://www.russhedge.com/Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/russhedgecoa...Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/russhedgeco...LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-hedg...Twitter:        https://twitter.com/russhedge]]>1224russselfiefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/international-publicist-checks-out-the-show-tonight--48512958http://www.lamouriemedia.com]]>c3b49b5a-14d8-44b2-ae0c-f55f92c803d3Mon, 29 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe were blessed to have Tracy Lamourie on the show tonight.  She is a high profile international award-winning publicist and the Founder and Managing Director of Lamourie Media, Inc.    A Universal Womern's Network 2020 Woman of Inspiration Winner for...http://www.lamouriemedia.com]]>7957truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/22-days-have-passed-in-this-month-already-tony-ginn-joins-us--48512961Performing since age of 6. Sag-Aftra member since 1978 Co-Founder of the American Scene Awards 2013 a National Award. An advocate for the Performing Arts. Political Campaigner. a Public figure and Author. A Mentor that is always concentrating on his Art!]]>f6135bb5-4468-40a1-914e-9c7fff5cd06bMon, 22 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeTony Ginn joins us on the show tonight.  The Grandson of Joe Jordan, World Renown, Ragtime Composer who launched Fannie ( Baby Snooks ) Brice with two Songs " Lovie Joe " and " Dat's My Honey Sho's Yo Born " in the Ziegfeld Follies in 1910 and later...Performing since age of 6. Sag-Aftra member since 1978 Co-Founder of the American Scene Awards 2013 a National Award. An advocate for the Performing Arts. Political Campaigner. a Public figure and Author. A Mentor that is always concentrating on his Art!]]>8160truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-3-15-somewhere--48512957851c4fc1-e8e5-429d-a494-dcf61646b07dMon, 15 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn tonight's show, we have Erin McCullough.  She works with professionals to create impenetrable joy where they get to dictate what they want in their lives.  She also discusses overcoming anxiety and the importance of having business coaches to...7945truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/george-boley-jr-joins-us-on-the-show-tonight--48512953More information can be found at https://georgeboleyjr.com/]]>3418c55c-3cfe-4375-b549-02286d716463Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeGeorge Boley, Jr. joins us for a conversation relative to real estate investing, martial arts, and generational wealth and its importance.  Becoming self-employed was also discussed in this very pertinent conversation.    More information can be found...More information can be found at https://georgeboleyjr.com/]]>7971truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-03-01-show--48512964618bc4e0-1118-44a8-97c1-ec1b36c4a498Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee start this month off talking about a number of subjects.  Just a roundtable conversation.7537truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-tale-of-redemption--4851296330397a42-25ff-485c-a8ba-e66847c2c806Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDr. Craig Walid joins us on this episode.  A native of Rochester, NY, he is now in North Carolina working with the formerly incarcerated.  They are also working with getting people vaccinated in the penal system. After being released from prison, he...7708truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tom-russell-joins-the-show-tonight--48512974We were also joined by Alisha & Junius.  Alisha is one of the Founders of the North Carolina Hip-Hop Festival.  Currently, she is in a battle to regain custody of her children, and discusses such on this show.  She is in Oklahoma fighting for her children and talks about how the laws make it easy for false, anonymous complaints to be made.]]>07acdbea-bb8e-4430-a458-e8b8331a23b5Tue, 09 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeTom Russell joins the show tonight.  He is an Author, having written his first book at the age of 52.  After completing his book, he was no longer afraid of success.  There was also a discussion regarding homlessness and the individuals that deal with...We were also joined by Alisha & Junius.  Alisha is one of the Founders of the North Carolina Hip-Hop Festival.  Currently, she is in a battle to regain custody of her children, and discusses such on this show.  She is in Oklahoma fighting for her children and talks about how the laws make it easy for false, anonymous complaints to be made.]]>8060truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/relationships-human-trafficking-and-the-industry--48512971Shanine Davis from Suburban Entertainment Group also joins us tonight.  There is a deep discussion on relationships and human trafficking.  With 84,000 missing Black women in this country, there is a lot that we are failing to discuss.  We have got to get on board to raise awareness to this plight.   
Join us for this discussion.]]>ed3427df-54da-4cbe-b579-ef12cd4dc59aTue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn tonight's episode, we have Ms. Stephanie Anderson, creator of NFL Sisters in Service.  The group of Wifes, Mothers, and Mothers-In-Law raises monies for different causes in their communities.  They have generated $700,000 in donations to date.   ...Shanine Davis from Suburban Entertainment Group also joins us tonight.  There is a deep discussion on relationships and human trafficking.  With 84,000 missing Black women in this country, there is a lot that we are failing to discuss.  We have got to get on board to raise awareness to this plight.   
Join us for this discussion.]]>8101truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-already-the-end-of-january--48512980Ms. Nora Dicker is the Assistant to the Executive Director at STSG. She grew up in Chapel Hill, NC. She has always had a passion to help others. She went to Indiana University where she got her Bachelors in Social Work with a minor in Spanish. While at school, she worked at an emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Ms. Dicker was part of the Crisis program, and enjoyed working in crisis situations. After graduation Ms. Dicker volunteered on the crisis line and provided childcare for the Compass Center in Chapel Hill. She appreciated the opportunity to work with survivors but also wanted to be able to explore opportunities working with justice involved individuals and prison reform. Through looking into organizations that work with people involved with the justice system, she was connected to STSG. Since beginning at STSG, Ms. Dicker has been able to organize the donation of bicycles, laptops, art materials, and some gardening supplies!  
Reverend Curtis Gatewood also joined the discussion.]]>1eff8275-d248-4890-9b68-8cc4e58d2893Tue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeNora Dicker, Assistant Director from the Straight Talk Support Group joins us tonight.  They have a transitional house for offenders returning to the community.   Ms. Nora Dicker is the Assistant to the Executive Director at STSG. She grew up in...Ms. Nora Dicker is the Assistant to the Executive Director at STSG. She grew up in Chapel Hill, NC. She has always had a passion to help others. She went to Indiana University where she got her Bachelors in Social Work with a minor in Spanish. While at school, she worked at an emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Ms. Dicker was part of the Crisis program, and enjoyed working in crisis situations. After graduation Ms. Dicker volunteered on the crisis line and provided childcare for the Compass Center in Chapel Hill. She appreciated the opportunity to work with survivors but also wanted to be able to explore opportunities working with justice involved individuals and prison reform. Through looking into organizations that work with people involved with the justice system, she was connected to STSG. Since beginning at STSG, Ms. Dicker has been able to organize the donation of bicycles, laptops, art materials, and some gardening supplies!  
Reverend Curtis Gatewood also joined the discussion.]]>8168truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/podcast-production-connection-jw-piercy-iii-marketing-with-russ-aka-russselfie-ep-68--48512978Connect with Russ:
Website:      https://www.russhedge.com/
Connect with JW (Dean Geronimo):
LInkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/deangeronimo/
Email:          807media@gmail.com]]>7dc5b5a6-bd40-460d-8f98-14850b47ec02Sat, 16 Jan 2021 21:00:00 +0000Marc LeeThis episode of Marketing with Russ... aka #RussSelfie is an interview with JW Piercy III. JW works in Corrections by day and  is the Producer/Co-Host at Straight Talk with Dean & Marc on blogtalkradio.com. He is the Chartering President of the...Connect with Russ:
Website:      https://www.russhedge.com/
Connect with JW (Dean Geronimo):
LInkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/deangeronimo/
Email:          807media@gmail.com]]>776russselfiefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-veronica-hardy-joins-us--48512944be302896-d801-4f5c-94b4-7a20d1b2acafTue, 12 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn this episode of Straight Talk with Dean and Marc, Dr. Veronica Hardy comes back to the show to talk about her new book to be released on March 1st titled:  "Becoming Un-tangled."  This is a spirit-based book with lessons to help people navigate...7928truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bringing-in-the-new-year-fashion-entertainment-episode--48512956Join us for a lively discussion where we begin the new year with a range of guests and topics!]]>cfae6da0-aaca-459a-a4d1-08e34ea659f8Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeBringing in the New Year!  Joining us are Camilla Olsen, Nick Clayton, Desmond the Songwriter, Leonardo Williams, and Jason Weeks.    Join us for a lively discussion where we begin the new year with a range of guests and topics!Join us for a lively discussion where we begin the new year with a range of guests and topics!]]>8029truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-last-show-of-2020--4851295573a43cb4-49a1-45a4-b4e3-ff621b847f90Tue, 29 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeThe Last Show of 2020!8186truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-jill-van-nostrand--48512960Join us for this interesting discussion regarding finances and how to make sound decisions.]]>8701b40f-8f2d-4400-972b-33b793acf6a0Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeJill Van Nostrand joins us on the show.  She is a former freelance musician and had success on Broadway for approximately 20 years.  She has since gone into finance becoming a Financial Advisor.    Join us for this interesting discussion regarding...Join us for this interesting discussion regarding finances and how to make sound decisions.]]>7786truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-myrick-and-isobel-bartz-join-us-tonight--48512975
Isobel Bartz also joins the show tonight.  The American mezzo-soprano has enjoyed an interesting career as botha classical singer and international music educator.  She has appeared with the Capital Opera Company, Greensboro Opera Company, Empire State Opera Company, St. Louis Opera Theatre, the Aspen Music Festival and Des Moines Metro Operal and has been heard in recital in Washington, DC, New York, as well as locally in Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Raleigh, NC.]]>89139c7a-8507-4fd0-8209-6ec5ab8c5d5fTue, 08 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeCrystal Myrick does a blog and did a virtual holiday which was a truly amazing event, called "Falling for the Holidays."  She is also the Founder, Publisher, and Editor of "The Warrenist" which celebrates the arts, culture, lifestyle, and people of...
Isobel Bartz also joins the show tonight.  The American mezzo-soprano has enjoyed an interesting career as botha classical singer and international music educator.  She has appeared with the Capital Opera Company, Greensboro Opera Company, Empire State Opera Company, St. Louis Opera Theatre, the Aspen Music Festival and Des Moines Metro Operal and has been heard in recital in Washington, DC, New York, as well as locally in Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Raleigh, NC.]]>7565truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/russ-hedge-joins-us-tonight--48512970He has been recognized as a Top Salesperson in multiple industries by utilizing his skills Networking and Connecting! He is also a licenced minister and has served in worship ministry for over 30 years.
Russ loves to encourage, inspire, and make people smile. He has been married to his beautiful wife Leah for almost 33 years and has 2 adult children, Kyla and Connor.
His goal is to add value to people by encouraging and helping them to live a more engaged and positive life. He lives each day with a positive attitude and is passionate about life.]]>d8fef9da-affd-4829-9c3d-d461682d30c7Tue, 01 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeRuss Hedge is a positive force in today's busy, hectic, and often negative business environment. He is a master connector, working in marketing and sales for over 30 years. He has been recognized as a Top Salesperson in multiple industries by...He has been recognized as a Top Salesperson in multiple industries by utilizing his skills Networking and Connecting! He is also a licenced minister and has served in worship ministry for over 30 years.
Russ loves to encourage, inspire, and make people smile. He has been married to his beautiful wife Leah for almost 33 years and has 2 adult children, Kyla and Connor.
His goal is to add value to people by encouraging and helping them to live a more engaged and positive life. He lives each day with a positive attitude and is passionate about life.]]>7489truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/assisting-veterans-buying-black-voting-and-the-restaurant-business--48512959252176ad-2662-4df6-b7a8-dcac93f46f07Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn tonight's show, we have Tracey Whitehill from Colorado who has Crusaders Valor for Veterans, a Ranch dedicated  to helping the Veterans.  We will also have my friend Leonardo Williams who is about Buying Black and who has a Zimbabwean restaurant...7973truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/human-trafficking-social-work-sports-and-business-discussed-tonight-on-the-show--48512973Raised in Pennsylvania, Dr. Veronica Hardy is a licensed clinical social worker, writer, and Professor at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.  She earned her PhD from Regent University School of Psychology and Counseling and her MSW from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.  Throughout her career, she has provided services in various clinical settings and has served as a faculty member in social work and mental health counseling programs.
Former NFL player and owner of KGH Enterprises Keith Hunter and Brennan David also join us to speak on sports and business.]]>2d828e8c-667f-4f9d-9225-9b0dfbc3163aTue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDr. Veronica Hardy joins us tonight to discuss the all-important topic of human trafficking, school policies and affecting change, and relationships. Raised in Pennsylvania, Dr. Veronica Hardy is a licensed clinical social worker, writer, and...Raised in Pennsylvania, Dr. Veronica Hardy is a licensed clinical social worker, writer, and Professor at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.  She earned her PhD from Regent University School of Psychology and Counseling and her MSW from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.  Throughout her career, she has provided services in various clinical settings and has served as a faculty member in social work and mental health counseling programs.
Former NFL player and owner of KGH Enterprises Keith Hunter and Brennan David also join us to speak on sports and business.]]>7481truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-have-a-new-president-and-the-old-one-can-t-accept-defeat--48512968bcbdb1f9-13df-40e9-b76b-c881e19753adTue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeDean Geronimo and Marc Lee have a candid discussion regarding current events.  The November edition!5532truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/falling-back-one-hour-ready-for-election-day--4851296902adeca6-1d0c-4ae8-82a4-2098b104a191Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWelcome to November!Falling Back One-Hour, Ready for Election Day.......8260truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-return-of-suga-t-and-author-anthony-a-bonapart-join-us--48512976c5cdf354-fce4-497a-b635-02d34561323cMon, 26 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeIt's a return of Suga T and also an Author Anthony A. Bonapart who did a book on his World Travels as well as some musicians have been invited too...7891truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marketing-manager-and-photographer-join-us-tonight--48512977We also will have Sidney Golden with Photographer on Demand, which offers easy to book, affordable photography that allows people to be more present, get the photos that you can't, and help you to grow your business. 

Join us for a conversation about networking, social media, entrepreneurship, and more!]]>c41edb9b-88b3-468b-9165-d94536c3abeeMon, 19 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn our 6th Anniversary episode, we have Ai Luo, a Marketing Manager for Tianyu Arts and Culture.....which is a premium service provider for world-class lantern and light festivals.  They organize beautiful light displays, festivals, and exhibits in...We also will have Sidney Golden with Photographer on Demand, which offers easy to book, affordable photography that allows people to be more present, get the photos that you can't, and help you to grow your business. 

Join us for a conversation about networking, social media, entrepreneurship, and more!]]>7729truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/welcome-to-october--4851297929737569-3a3a-4f66-8d6c-ffa3bfbb551fMon, 05 Oct 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn tonight's show, we were fortunate to have Dr. Funk from California, Ares from UBO Entertainment (Hawaii) and the Musician SheraLee from South Africa for a lively discussion on music, relationships, and more!7890truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/velton-hodges-joins-us-on-the-show--48512981eec1e463-0dd7-4d9a-b35c-de33bca43264Mon, 28 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOn Our Show Tonight.....7655truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacqueline-whittenburg-joins-us-tonight--48513130The mission of The Dereck Whittenburg Foundation is to extend the hands of financial assistance to deserving college students that find themselves facing the hindrance of finance as the barrier to their completion of college degrees. The mantra of The Foundation is "Dream. Believe. Work. Now Finish!"]]>d1424a0d-f057-40ef-ad05-dbd1295ed3e6Mon, 21 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOur guest today is Jacqueline Whittenburg of the Derek Whittenburg Foundation....Her Husband is a proud member of the NC State Basketball alumni group and has a long running foundation to help our youth....she will be on our show to discuss this very...The mission of The Dereck Whittenburg Foundation is to extend the hands of financial assistance to deserving college students that find themselves facing the hindrance of finance as the barrier to their completion of college degrees. The mantra of The Foundation is "Dream. Believe. Work. Now Finish!"]]>7758falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-author-joins-us-for-a-conversation--48513132Mr. DeLoach continued to fuel his academic ambitions by working towards and receiving a master's degree in accounting at Texas Southern University.

Professionally, Mr. DeLoach was a former Georgia State Auditor. His career also took him to San Francisco where he worked through Olsten Financial at Charles Schwab. He also had the opportunity to live and work in New York City for nearly two decades before returning to his beloved home state of Georgia.]]>3449f892-bbd5-47ef-b7c8-a069ad0bbb9aMon, 14 Sep 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOur 09.14 Show features Erick DeLoach who has written a book about Donald Trump titled, "Trump: A Colossal Poison: The Trump Presidency, An American Problem, A Presidential Volcano Full of Disorientation and Pure Chaos."  Mr. DeLoach is currently a...Mr. DeLoach continued to fuel his academic ambitions by working towards and receiving a master's degree in accounting at Texas Southern University.

Professionally, Mr. DeLoach was a former Georgia State Auditor. His career also took him to San Francisco where he worked through Olsten Financial at Charles Schwab. He also had the opportunity to live and work in New York City for nearly two decades before returning to his beloved home state of Georgia.]]>7503falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-motivational-speaker-and-the-founder-of-quikwit-joins-us--48513491Chimi’s mission is to help people realize their highest potential by connecting to their Purpose. As a successful entrepreneur and much sought after consultant, speaker, trainer and grant writer, she is passionate about creating programs and initiatives that develop leaders and promote an equitable, inclusive environment. As a seasoned Higher Education professional for 18 years, Chimi has worked extensively on women’s and gender issues and topics relating to other marginalized populations.  She has directed two university Women’s Centers, one at a historically black university (HBCU) and one at a predominantly white university (PWI).  She also was at the helm of a volunteerism/social justice organization, and has led a program designed to help at-risk youth pursue higher education.]]>acef00c4-e995-4506-b86e-87118076f894Mon, 31 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOur 8.31 Show has Stephen McCoy from Quickwit joining us.  Chimi Boyd-Keyes also joins the show to speak on her work in justice and fighting oppression. Chimi’s mission is to help people realize their highest potential by connecting to their Purpose....Chimi’s mission is to help people realize their highest potential by connecting to their Purpose. As a successful entrepreneur and much sought after consultant, speaker, trainer and grant writer, she is passionate about creating programs and initiatives that develop leaders and promote an equitable, inclusive environment. As a seasoned Higher Education professional for 18 years, Chimi has worked extensively on women’s and gender issues and topics relating to other marginalized populations.  She has directed two university Women’s Centers, one at a historically black university (HBCU) and one at a predominantly white university (PWI).  She also was at the helm of a volunteerism/social justice organization, and has led a program designed to help at-risk youth pursue higher education.]]>7593truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adeela-docta-dee-whittaker-joins-us-tonight--48513500Adeela "Docta Dee" Whittaker, is a trained, educated, and certified Mental Health Coach, Sex Coach, Intimacy Coach and Masters level Marriage and Family Therapist. With over 10 years of experience as a change agent, she possesses expertise in leadership, mental health, strategic planning, and human sexuality. Over the years, she has successfully aided her clients in tapping into their fullest potential and bringing their goals to fruition!​
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Docta Dee's coaching technique is grounded in a holistic and psychodynamic approach which is used to facilitate insightful and lasting results for her clients. She supports her client's so that they can confidently stand in their purpose and let their inner light shine! Rather it's individual, couple, family, relationship, or corporate; Docta Dee has the skills to assist you in piloting your success as you stand firmly in your purpose!
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Her passion and dedication as a helping professional are second to none as she cultivates innovative ways to meet her clients where they are and manifest their wildest dreams. She prides herself on maintaining the highest level of cultural awareness and allowing her client's to be the expert on their lives as they open up and self-disclose with her. Docta Dee's clients find her effective, compassionate, professional, relatable, and knowledgeable!

Adeela "Docta Dee" Whittaker is a published author, mental health advocate, black rights advocate, LGBTQIA+ Ally, and dedicated wife and mother. She is also the founder and CEO of The Docta Dee Affect, LLC. Her expertise, passion, and commitment know no bounds. She can't wait to get to know your story and be a part of your greatest chapter ever written!]]>82f2d055-c925-4c7f-9c22-48558e889afeMon, 24 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeAdeela "Docta Dee" Whittaker joins us tonight for a very interesting conversation....... Adeela "Docta Dee" Whittaker, is a trained, educated, and certified Mental Health Coach, Sex Coach, Intimacy Coach and Masters level Marriage and Family...Adeela "Docta Dee" Whittaker, is a trained, educated, and certified Mental Health Coach, Sex Coach, Intimacy Coach and Masters level Marriage and Family Therapist. With over 10 years of experience as a change agent, she possesses expertise in leadership, mental health, strategic planning, and human sexuality. Over the years, she has successfully aided her clients in tapping into their fullest potential and bringing their goals to fruition!​
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Docta Dee's coaching technique is grounded in a holistic and psychodynamic approach which is used to facilitate insightful and lasting results for her clients. She supports her client's so that they can confidently stand in their purpose and let their inner light shine! Rather it's individual, couple, family, relationship, or corporate; Docta Dee has the skills to assist you in piloting your success as you stand firmly in your purpose!
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Her passion and dedication as a helping professional are second to none as she cultivates innovative ways to meet her clients where they are and manifest their wildest dreams. She prides herself on maintaining the highest level of cultural awareness and allowing her client's to be the expert on their lives as they open up and self-disclose with her. Docta Dee's clients find her effective, compassionate, professional, relatable, and knowledgeable!

Adeela "Docta Dee" Whittaker is a published author, mental health advocate, black rights advocate, LGBTQIA+ Ally, and dedicated wife and mother. She is also the founder and CEO of The Docta Dee Affect, LLC. Her expertise, passion, and commitment know no bounds. She can't wait to get to know your story and be a part of your greatest chapter ever written!]]>7853truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tonight-we-are-back-on-blogtalkradio-mel-melton-joins-us--485134991f0be5a8-8dd2-4a3b-b6ba-01e577eb9f6eMon, 17 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeRoy Melton joins us for a lively conversation.  He is a musician and chef.  An interesting combination and even more interesting discussion.....7498truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-discussion-about-politics-start-ups-and-networking--48513502Ronnie Chatterji also joins us on the show.  He is a Democrat and a current candidate for North Carolina State Treasurer.  He won the primary in March 2020.  He is the first person of Asian-American origin to be nominated and could possibly be the first Asian-American (India) to be elected.
Finally, Leia Ruseva joins us to discuss her platform (Ellis X) that matches products with media and event organizers for a networking platform.]]>29b8ff5c-94ce-410a-8d65-e83afeeeb6c2Mon, 10 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeKyle Gibson joins us on the show tonight.  As an Independent candidate, he ran for election for Governor of Florida.  Gibson lost in the general election on  November 6, 2018.  He ran on a joint ticket with lieutenant gubernatorial candidate Ellen...Ronnie Chatterji also joins us on the show.  He is a Democrat and a current candidate for North Carolina State Treasurer.  He won the primary in March 2020.  He is the first person of Asian-American origin to be nominated and could possibly be the first Asian-American (India) to be elected.
Finally, Leia Ruseva joins us to discuss her platform (Ellis X) that matches products with media and event organizers for a networking platform.]]>7788truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-justice-discussed--48513507ad286953-4a29-40e3-b01d-638a27967740Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeI am looking forward to hearing from our amazing guest on this evening.... An Emmy Award-winning journalist, Roberta is the Communications Director for the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy. VICPP is a non-partisan coalition of faith...7999truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-toni-stills--4851349280084925-637b-42d7-be61-80b81d94ebc2Mon, 27 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeIt was great talking to Toni Steelz on our show .... It was a great interview...........We talked about Honduras, Her musical background, Hip Hop,7631truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suga-t-and-others-on-the-show--48513504a403371f-914a-4143-9f69-163507ca2c95Mon, 20 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeCan't Wait to hear some great Musicians on our show today......7908truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/global-situations-discussed-sustainability-and-music--485134951cabb588-8e01-4780-bf68-a58c5a463c36Mon, 13 Jul 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe will be joined in conversation today with West Coast Rapper Suga-T .And, we will also be airing from Sustainability person Paul Wheaton from Montana who believes we can make a Global difference and change the world by doing some simple steps...7961truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-great-artists-and-others-featured-on-show--48513514Also on the Show will be Lisa Sniderman (Aoede) is a multi award-winning San Francisco-based quirky folk pop artist, playwright, filmmaker and author who has struggled and thrived with a rare chronic illness for 11 1/2 years while obsessively creating to heal. She creates and records unique, original full-length fantasy musicals on audiobooks that she adapts to musical theater stage plays.

Aoede has been honored with more than 80 awards for her songwriting, audiobooks, films, stage plays and books since 2012. She's accomplished all of this against a very fierce obstacle-while suffering from a rare disease: Dermatomyositis (DM), a progressive muscle weakness disease. Living with a chronic illness, Sniderman creates, records, and shares her original musicals, art and music as a healing path and to give back. “Telling stories, creating recordings and turning them into theater productions makes me feel most alive, purposeful and deeply connected to others,” says Sniderman. “Music and art are my lifelines, and I just cannot stop creating.”
And, we also had two representatives of Brooklyn Bark, a pet organization in New York....And we also had a major business leader from California on the show as well......
Also joining us will be Dollnita Watson whose career is dedicated to Parenting and Marriage Consulting.....It should be another enlightening conversation.]]>3dea1760-e1c3-48dd-a3e4-2484a587e069Mon, 29 Jun 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe are glad to have Dr. Funk, a singer who has bi-costal ties and some great musical legacy on the show.......We also had planned to have Tony-O, a great Blues singer who has released Blues O Blues with special guests The Uptown Horns...But we will...Also on the Show will be Lisa Sniderman (Aoede) is a multi award-winning San Francisco-based quirky folk pop artist, playwright, filmmaker and author who has struggled and thrived with a rare chronic illness for 11 1/2 years while obsessively creating to heal. She creates and records unique, original full-length fantasy musicals on audiobooks that she adapts to musical theater stage plays.

Aoede has been honored with more than 80 awards for her songwriting, audiobooks, films, stage plays and books since 2012. She's accomplished all of this against a very fierce obstacle-while suffering from a rare disease: Dermatomyositis (DM), a progressive muscle weakness disease. Living with a chronic illness, Sniderman creates, records, and shares her original musicals, art and music as a healing path and to give back. “Telling stories, creating recordings and turning them into theater productions makes me feel most alive, purposeful and deeply connected to others,” says Sniderman. “Music and art are my lifelines, and I just cannot stop creating.”
And, we also had two representatives of Brooklyn Bark, a pet organization in New York....And we also had a major business leader from California on the show as well......
Also joining us will be Dollnita Watson whose career is dedicated to Parenting and Marriage Consulting.....It should be another enlightening conversation.]]>7948truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-s-rights-discussed-on-show--485135095b626553-322d-41cb-b4aa-6a5d727f05b2Mon, 22 Jun 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeSheldon Stewart is a veteran with a passion, and he's also not afraid to tackle hard hitting issues like Police Brutality....He is the CEO of The Veterans Reset Center, which helps separated service members with obtaining benefits and transitioning...7763truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harlem-renaissance-and-it-s-impact-on-various-communities--48513515Also joining us will be Attorney Robert Patillo.
A graduate of Clark Atlanta University and Chicago-Kent College of Law, Attorney Robert Hillard Patillo, II is a lifelong civil and human rights activist. He is entirely dedicated to serving the poor and underprivileged. As an activist, Patillo has led workers on organization campaigns to petition for better wages, worked to integrate segregated organizations, and assisted discriminated workers against celebrity Chef Paula Deen while working with Reverend Jesse Jackson and the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition.
An experienced political strategist, has Patillo worked for over a 15 year on political campaigns on the local, state and national level. Patillo is currently a talk radio host on CBS Radio/ENTERCOM Radio and is a highly sought after political commentator and national speaker. Patillo has been featured in articles in the New York Times, Huffington Post and Politico Magazine to name a few is a frequent guest on cable news'
And we will be rejoined by Robyn Parets....and her friend
THE YOMA METHOD was created, and continues to be taught by Martial Artist and Yoga Instructor, Mecca Nelson.
The system allows you to deepen your connection with the self while simultaneously rejuvenating your Qi ...And we also had Alex Deebs, the Founder of Classhooks .]]>547f6b37-61bb-4840-8689-b5770305c87dMon, 15 Jun 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeMany people are fascinated by the Harlem Renaissance, and it's rich history, and that's was even demonstrated recently by the success of the Madame C.J. Walker miniseries and by the continual popularity of such authors as Langston Hughes and others...Also joining us will be Attorney Robert Patillo.
A graduate of Clark Atlanta University and Chicago-Kent College of Law, Attorney Robert Hillard Patillo, II is a lifelong civil and human rights activist. He is entirely dedicated to serving the poor and underprivileged. As an activist, Patillo has led workers on organization campaigns to petition for better wages, worked to integrate segregated organizations, and assisted discriminated workers against celebrity Chef Paula Deen while working with Reverend Jesse Jackson and the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition.
An experienced political strategist, has Patillo worked for over a 15 year on political campaigns on the local, state and national level. Patillo is currently a talk radio host on CBS Radio/ENTERCOM Radio and is a highly sought after political commentator and national speaker. Patillo has been featured in articles in the New York Times, Huffington Post and Politico Magazine to name a few is a frequent guest on cable news'
And we will be rejoined by Robyn Parets....and her friend
THE YOMA METHOD was created, and continues to be taught by Martial Artist and Yoga Instructor, Mecca Nelson.
The system allows you to deepen your connection with the self while simultaneously rejuvenating your Qi ...And we also had Alex Deebs, the Founder of Classhooks .]]>7910truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/musical-tradition-continues-along-with-news-from-cannes--48513517Born in New York City in 1985, Brevan was born instantly a member of a high-level musical family; his father Ivan, who has toured with Luther Vandross, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Lopez, Roberta Flack, Grady Tate, and Ashford & Simpson, and his mother Brenda, who has performed on Broadway, with Dizzy Gillespie, Angie Bofill, Marian Anderson, and Jazzmobile.
After moving to Durham, NC in 1988, Brevan began showing signs of talent in music from age 7. He began playing percussion in church with his mother and brother at age 9.  Soon after, he began playing pick up gigs and at other churches in the Raleigh/Durham area.  His older brother Brian moved to North Carolina when Brevan was 9, and introduced him to the world of Latin and World Percussion. Brevan learned how to read music in middle school, playing in concert band and jazz band, and participated in the marching band. Brevan has studied many greats throughout his life, folks like  Ray Barretto, Mongo Santamaria, Carlos, Tito Puente,.
We are also pleased to have on the show Lucius Barre...Barre specializes in promoting international distribution for films from many cultures. His industry career began with an eight-year term from 1978 as English-language Press Officer at the Cannes Film Festival.
Barre represented the first crossover films of Pedro Almódovar, Shinji Aoyama, Jean-Pierre and etc
and last but not least we will have a representative of Magic Bus...
Magic Bus works with children and young people, living in poverty, in India, helping them through a childhood full of challenges to a life with meaningful livelihoods. Also joining us was Maini Homer who talked about her best seller about surviving Lockdown...]]>30748ead-c934-4dab-bb17-7c03221c3641Mon, 08 Jun 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeI have known Brevan now for Decades, and have always been impressed by his tremendous talent...There is no doubt he was born to be a great musician... Born in New York City in 1985, Brevan was born instantly a member of a high-level musical family;...Born in New York City in 1985, Brevan was born instantly a member of a high-level musical family; his father Ivan, who has toured with Luther Vandross, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Lopez, Roberta Flack, Grady Tate, and Ashford & Simpson, and his mother Brenda, who has performed on Broadway, with Dizzy Gillespie, Angie Bofill, Marian Anderson, and Jazzmobile.
After moving to Durham, NC in 1988, Brevan began showing signs of talent in music from age 7. He began playing percussion in church with his mother and brother at age 9.  Soon after, he began playing pick up gigs and at other churches in the Raleigh/Durham area.  His older brother Brian moved to North Carolina when Brevan was 9, and introduced him to the world of Latin and World Percussion. Brevan learned how to read music in middle school, playing in concert band and jazz band, and participated in the marching band. Brevan has studied many greats throughout his life, folks like  Ray Barretto, Mongo Santamaria, Carlos, Tito Puente,.
We are also pleased to have on the show Lucius Barre...Barre specializes in promoting international distribution for films from many cultures. His industry career began with an eight-year term from 1978 as English-language Press Officer at the Cannes Film Festival.
Barre represented the first crossover films of Pedro Almódovar, Shinji Aoyama, Jean-Pierre and etc
and last but not least we will have a representative of Magic Bus...
Magic Bus works with children and young people, living in poverty, in India, helping them through a childhood full of challenges to a life with meaningful livelihoods. Also joining us was Maini Homer who talked about her best seller about surviving Lockdown...]]>8023truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/science-writer-to-join-us--48513518Blum's  most influential work was a series on ethical issues in primate research, called The Monkey Wars, which won the 1992 Pulitzer Prize.
The series became the starting point for a book, also called The Monkey Wars, published by Oxford University Press in 1994. By then, she’d learned to value the way a book allows a writer to delve deeper into complicated questions. She started work on a second book, an exploration of gender differences, called Sex on the Brain, published by Viking in 1997.  At her newspaper goodbye party, her editors said they couldn’t believe how many stories about “insects, chickens, and monkeys” she’d managed to get into the newspaper.
As a book reviewer noted in the Los Angeles Times, although her subjects may change, her writing focuses consistently on the often-tempestuous intersection between science and society.
The first such book, Love at Goon Park; Harry Harlow and the Science of Affection, was published by Perseus Books in 2002 and was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize.
Her next, Ghost Hunters: William James and the Search for Scientific Proof of Life After Death, published in 2006, looked at a band of brilliant 19th century scientists who were willing to risk their careers/
We will also be airing about a person who is doing a business to help women with their busineses and has a brand of yoga...Welcome Robyn Parets, founder of Pretzel Kids, to toe show as well....
We will also be joined by King Wojack, a Rapper from the state of Washington who will talk about Early Hip Hop and the industry of Hip Hop ...he will also be talking about his experience with Sir Mix A Lot...
And lastlly but not least, we will be joined by Samantha Inman.....she is a a actress in training and a force of nature and soon to be reckoning! published author!]]>dae12944-d2e9-4b1a-8a4d-81e5c914a0c2Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeSome people seem destined for their future...... Blum's  most influential work was a series on ethical issues in primate research, called The Monkey Wars, which won the 1992 Pulitzer Prize. The series became the starting point for a book, also called...Blum's  most influential work was a series on ethical issues in primate research, called The Monkey Wars, which won the 1992 Pulitzer Prize.
The series became the starting point for a book, also called The Monkey Wars, published by Oxford University Press in 1994. By then, she’d learned to value the way a book allows a writer to delve deeper into complicated questions. She started work on a second book, an exploration of gender differences, called Sex on the Brain, published by Viking in 1997.  At her newspaper goodbye party, her editors said they couldn’t believe how many stories about “insects, chickens, and monkeys” she’d managed to get into the newspaper.
As a book reviewer noted in the Los Angeles Times, although her subjects may change, her writing focuses consistently on the often-tempestuous intersection between science and society.
The first such book, Love at Goon Park; Harry Harlow and the Science of Affection, was published by Perseus Books in 2002 and was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize.
Her next, Ghost Hunters: William James and the Search for Scientific Proof of Life After Death, published in 2006, looked at a band of brilliant 19th century scientists who were willing to risk their careers/
We will also be airing about a person who is doing a business to help women with their busineses and has a brand of yoga...Welcome Robyn Parets, founder of Pretzel Kids, to toe show as well....
We will also be joined by King Wojack, a Rapper from the state of Washington who will talk about Early Hip Hop and the industry of Hip Hop ...he will also be talking about his experience with Sir Mix A Lot...
And lastlly but not least, we will be joined by Samantha Inman.....she is a a actress in training and a force of nature and soon to be reckoning! published author!]]>8259truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/california-entertainment-and-world-politics-discussed--48513521We also will be joined by some major folks in the world of Entertainment, and Robert Crancer got involved in it at a young age, and has a very long career that we are looking forward to hearing about...Should be interesting to hear about the festivals that he has worked with both in his home state of California and around the world.....Hopefully, he can bring us some enjoyment and give us some perspective on what direction he thinks entertainment will take from 2021 on.....We will also be hearing from Actress and Poet Samantha Inman.....and then we will also have some comedy from Sarah Fatemi......And last but certainly not least, we will be hearing from African American entrepreneur Chi-Chi.... Should be another lively conversation.....]]>62770ac8-b280-4da2-90ce-167f5412adfbMon, 18 May 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe are fortunate enough to have the great Political activist Rosa Clements on our show today...She is a true activist in the field of Civil Rights and ran forNational office as a Vice Presidential candidate with the Green Party...She along with others...We also will be joined by some major folks in the world of Entertainment, and Robert Crancer got involved in it at a young age, and has a very long career that we are looking forward to hearing about...Should be interesting to hear about the festivals that he has worked with both in his home state of California and around the world.....Hopefully, he can bring us some enjoyment and give us some perspective on what direction he thinks entertainment will take from 2021 on.....We will also be hearing from Actress and Poet Samantha Inman.....and then we will also have some comedy from Sarah Fatemi......And last but certainly not least, we will be hearing from African American entrepreneur Chi-Chi.... Should be another lively conversation.....]]>7816truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-and-indoor-football-discussed--48513508We are also fortunate to have A&T graduate and Indoor Football player Keith Holliday on our show.....We are looking forward to hearing his thoughts on sports, and whether we will see no sports come out of this current disaster...What changes he expects to see in how we handle sports in society and much more...He has also been involved in martial arts so are we curious to see his thoughts on how this current Health situation will impact that as well.....
We will also be airing from one of the founders of IBM.TV as well as from the Founder of Mindful Texts...And we will be hearing from filmmaker Seneca Modest....Who knows, we may even have a call from some folks from DayBreakers......]]>69770597-96a7-4f61-b981-0ec62fd56e96Mon, 11 May 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeAndrew Hacker is a noted professor in the New York area and he has written a few interesting books, one that argues that we spend much time on Mathematics as well as a book I know many are hoping he is right about which is that we will see the demise...We are also fortunate to have A&T graduate and Indoor Football player Keith Holliday on our show.....We are looking forward to hearing his thoughts on sports, and whether we will see no sports come out of this current disaster...What changes he expects to see in how we handle sports in society and much more...He has also been involved in martial arts so are we curious to see his thoughts on how this current Health situation will impact that as well.....
We will also be airing from one of the founders of IBM.TV as well as from the Founder of Mindful Texts...And we will be hearing from filmmaker Seneca Modest....Who knows, we may even have a call from some folks from DayBreakers......]]>7949truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/school-board-and-comedy--48513519In addition to that we will have Marco Goldberg who wrote the book Primitive....  Definitely interesting about success of true entrepreneurs....
As a close advisor to visionary startup founders and established CEOs, Marco Greenberg discovered something about the most successful people he knew: They had remarkable instincts, and they trusted them. They had an intuitive grasp of when to ignore convention. No matter how sophisticated, they could access something else–something primitive.
It’s a loaded term. But as Greenberg dug deeper, he saw a mindset that helped certain people to overcome challenges that stopped others cold. From a former roadie for the rap group N.W.A to a rock-star brain surgeon, from young tech billionaires to a top-ten college football coach, Greenberg demonstrates how a range of successful people–those he calls “primitives”–ignore what they “should” do and instead tap a primal drive to power ahead.
And speaking of someone with drive...That definitely describes Shaleigh Comerford is a dancer with Irish and Native American roots and she is always doing innovative things with her dance...A true pioneer who isn't afraid to tackle things and topics and do things in a unusual way...I look forward to our talk. I first met Hausson Byrd when he started appearing at the Poetry Slam at Hayti and he has truly developed into a major force in the Poetry scene and a very talented artist who is getting recognition not just here in NC but in other parts of the country as well...]]>53519202-581a-45e5-9b98-1418f4ff3a37Mon, 04 May 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOne of our guests will be Mike Lee of the Durham School Board...He will be talking about how Coronavirus impacted the school system this year, the lunch program that was provided during the crisis, and other issues that the school board had been...In addition to that we will have Marco Goldberg who wrote the book Primitive....  Definitely interesting about success of true entrepreneurs....
As a close advisor to visionary startup founders and established CEOs, Marco Greenberg discovered something about the most successful people he knew: They had remarkable instincts, and they trusted them. They had an intuitive grasp of when to ignore convention. No matter how sophisticated, they could access something else–something primitive.
It’s a loaded term. But as Greenberg dug deeper, he saw a mindset that helped certain people to overcome challenges that stopped others cold. From a former roadie for the rap group N.W.A to a rock-star brain surgeon, from young tech billionaires to a top-ten college football coach, Greenberg demonstrates how a range of successful people–those he calls “primitives”–ignore what they “should” do and instead tap a primal drive to power ahead.
And speaking of someone with drive...That definitely describes Shaleigh Comerford is a dancer with Irish and Native American roots and she is always doing innovative things with her dance...A true pioneer who isn't afraid to tackle things and topics and do things in a unusual way...I look forward to our talk. I first met Hausson Byrd when he started appearing at the Poetry Slam at Hayti and he has truly developed into a major force in the Poetry scene and a very talented artist who is getting recognition not just here in NC but in other parts of the country as well...]]>7849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-discussion-with-an-award-winning-educator-from-the-u-k--48513505We are very honored to have on our show Andria Zafirakou, a British arts and textiles teacher from Alperton Community School in Brent, a borough in northwest London, who was named the fourth recipient of the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize, a $1 million award that recognizes outstanding contributions to education in 2018. She was presented with the award at a ceremony in Dubai and also got to travel to the New York area because of the award.
Zafirakou was recognized for serving students in one of the poorest areas in the country. Brent is diverse—around 130 different languages are spoken in the borough—but it also has a high rate of crime. Zafirakou provides extra lessons throughout the day and on the weekends so that her students, who often come from overcrowded homes, can have a safe and quiet place to work. She also redesigned the curriculum in collaboration with her colleagues so that it would be more relevant to the communities she serves; began learning phrases in several languages, including Gujarati, Hindi, and Tamil; and has visited family homes to connect with her students.
Tune in for a great discussion.]]>1fbf2be8-7b6a-4113-b9c3-08aa23af7bffMon, 27 Apr 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe are getting all kinds of Special Podcasts....This one is an award-winning Educator from the U.K.   Delightful Interview that focuses on Education, things that are good and bad about in the U.K. and USA, and even some similarities like we both have...We are very honored to have on our show Andria Zafirakou, a British arts and textiles teacher from Alperton Community School in Brent, a borough in northwest London, who was named the fourth recipient of the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize, a $1 million award that recognizes outstanding contributions to education in 2018. She was presented with the award at a ceremony in Dubai and also got to travel to the New York area because of the award.
Zafirakou was recognized for serving students in one of the poorest areas in the country. Brent is diverse—around 130 different languages are spoken in the borough—but it also has a high rate of crime. Zafirakou provides extra lessons throughout the day and on the weekends so that her students, who often come from overcrowded homes, can have a safe and quiet place to work. She also redesigned the curriculum in collaboration with her colleagues so that it would be more relevant to the communities she serves; began learning phrases in several languages, including Gujarati, Hindi, and Tamil; and has visited family homes to connect with her students.
Tune in for a great discussion.]]>3707truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-discussion-about-the-global-economy--48513510He has extensive experience in HR and Business and was formerly CEO of Great Place To Work-Gulf and former CHRO based i Riyadh...He has been cited as one of the top 5 HR Thinkers in the Middle East.  And he has received the Outstanding Leadership Award for Global HR Excellence at the World Human Resources Development Congress in Mumbai, and was named as one of the 50 Most Talented Global HR Leaders in Asia.
His prior roles include Senior HR Roles with Xerox HR Services, IBM and Martha Stewart Living.  Ron is Exeuctive Faculty at Howard University Business School.  And his Board membersships include the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, McKinsey Quarterly Executive Online Panel and HCI's Expert Advisory Council on Talent Management Strategy....
He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Inc. Magazine, Workforce Management, and numerous International HR Magazines covering Africa, India and the Middle East...And we are honored to have him on the show to talk Business, The World's view of the US and much more....]]>3fca4e43-5980-48b7-987a-d991cd504cd3Mon, 20 Apr 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeRon Thomas is a Business Phenom and we are looking forward to this powerful conversation with him on this evening....Ron is the Managing Director of Strategic Focused Group,, LLC based in Dubai.  He is also a senior faculty member and representative...He has extensive experience in HR and Business and was formerly CEO of Great Place To Work-Gulf and former CHRO based i Riyadh...He has been cited as one of the top 5 HR Thinkers in the Middle East.  And he has received the Outstanding Leadership Award for Global HR Excellence at the World Human Resources Development Congress in Mumbai, and was named as one of the 50 Most Talented Global HR Leaders in Asia.
His prior roles include Senior HR Roles with Xerox HR Services, IBM and Martha Stewart Living.  Ron is Exeuctive Faculty at Howard University Business School.  And his Board membersships include the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, McKinsey Quarterly Executive Online Panel and HCI's Expert Advisory Council on Talent Management Strategy....
He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Inc. Magazine, Workforce Management, and numerous International HR Magazines covering Africa, India and the Middle East...And we are honored to have him on the show to talk Business, The World's view of the US and much more....]]>4226truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-talk-with-steffen-kaplan--48513513His work has been published around the world and is in the permanent collection of severla New York City Museums.  Recently he expanded his skills into the multimedia realm with a weekly livestream production, The "Spin It Social Hour" which highlights photographers and their work with its current focus on photographers' lives and dealing with the Covid-19 Pandemic.....This was truly a fascinating interview in which we learned about New York, His Background, His views on Photographic Objectivity, And His Mom who  was a early pioneer in the New York Police Force.....]]>07012dff-8934-46ac-aa4c-d696311fbd1cMon, 13 Apr 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeIt is our great pleasure to have a Special Interview and talk with Staffen Kaplan...Steffen is definitely a force in the Photography field, as well as in the Digital Marketing area...He is a social media and visual strategist, and a former New York...His work has been published around the world and is in the permanent collection of severla New York City Museums.  Recently he expanded his skills into the multimedia realm with a weekly livestream production, The "Spin It Social Hour" which highlights photographers and their work with its current focus on photographers' lives and dealing with the Covid-19 Pandemic.....This was truly a fascinating interview in which we learned about New York, His Background, His views on Photographic Objectivity, And His Mom who  was a early pioneer in the New York Police Force.....]]>5213truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poetry-and-youth-mentorship-discussed-with-kane-smego-and-others--48513520We also had the pleasure of talking to Troy Johnson from Raleigh who is running a mentorship program that while it is religious based definitely is a message for many of us....Troy is also a performer in his own right and was a dynamic speaker who talked about how he has partnered with different institutions in order to get his message out there...
And in addition to Troy, we were joined by Ronald GiftedPoet Lavender who is a Poet but also a Mentor as well.....and last, but not least, we had actress Skylar Birth who is determined to make it as a actress while being a single mother of multiple children.......All of these folks did powerful pieces that touched on a variety of hard hitting topics ranging from Child Abuse to Race Relations and more...Would love for you to join us in these conversation on our various platforms...]]>6ca93690-c29c-4dde-9e3a-d7c00952eb47Mon, 06 Apr 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWhether it is Spoken Word or being a Actor or Emcee, my long time friend Kane Smego is a amazing performer who has performed in places around the world and we had a very dynamic conversation about the power of art and what is going on in Covid Area of...We also had the pleasure of talking to Troy Johnson from Raleigh who is running a mentorship program that while it is religious based definitely is a message for many of us....Troy is also a performer in his own right and was a dynamic speaker who talked about how he has partnered with different institutions in order to get his message out there...
And in addition to Troy, we were joined by Ronald GiftedPoet Lavender who is a Poet but also a Mentor as well.....and last, but not least, we had actress Skylar Birth who is determined to make it as a actress while being a single mother of multiple children.......All of these folks did powerful pieces that touched on a variety of hard hitting topics ranging from Child Abuse to Race Relations and more...Would love for you to join us in these conversation on our various platforms...]]>7615truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/international-travel-entertainment-and-education--48513503Ron Thomas is the managing director of Strategy Focused Group DWC LLC, based in Dubai. He is also a senior faculty member and representative of HCI, covering the MENA/Asia Pacific region. Ron is the former CEO of Great Place to Work-Gulf and CHRO of A, Workforce Management, and numerous international HR magazines covering Africa, India, and the Middle East and we look forward to his joining us soon...    Also joining us will be Sharon Hill, a Toastmaster and motivational speaker from NC and Mona Shaikh,, a talented comedian from LA who is originally from Pakistan who is highlighting many great comedians of various cultures.....]]>b34897d9-8b6c-4f0a-ab4e-52f318d91951Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeAmong our guests were Lt. Governor candidate for NC Yvonne Lewis Holley who talked about her agenda for the state, as well as educator from NJ Maureen Edward's who talked about education, Standaridized testing, Autism, and her upcoming...Ron Thomas is the managing director of Strategy Focused Group DWC LLC, based in Dubai. He is also a senior faculty member and representative of HCI, covering the MENA/Asia Pacific region. Ron is the former CEO of Great Place to Work-Gulf and CHRO of A, Workforce Management, and numerous international HR magazines covering Africa, India, and the Middle East and we look forward to his joining us soon...    Also joining us will be Sharon Hill, a Toastmaster and motivational speaker from NC and Mona Shaikh,, a talented comedian from LA who is originally from Pakistan who is highlighting many great comedians of various cultures.....]]>7617truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/music-career-and-fashion-career-discussed--48513512f989c2b3-d9ea-48dc-9b2e-b063a62148bcMon, 23 Mar 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeI have known Roots Musician Scott Sawyer for decades, and he has a rich discography that covers everything frm Jazz to Blues and has worked with some of this area's greats....It should be a great discussion of music, creativity and Roots Music....In...7611truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conversation-around-covid-19--48513516a609e8e4-52cf-4795-8d9b-1f4ed281687eMon, 16 Mar 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeA lot of us are worrying about the current pandemic, and we are getting all kinds of statements coming from our government leaders, some of which do not seem to make sense...We will have a deep conversation this evening about this serious...7593truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-image-comedy-and-politics-in-hard-times--48514712In addition to that, we also be hearing from a Daytona based comedian, Jack Napier, will love having fun with these folks and also our L.A. Promoter friend who is calling back...]]>2fd11234-2ec0-47a6-bcf2-f21f692be243Mon, 09 Mar 2020 23:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe will be meeting Nicole Jones, the founder of Divine Girls out of Charlotte, on this week's politician and we will also be hearing from a Wake County political leader.....Nicole, a tax expert, is helping young ladies raise their self awareness and...In addition to that, we also be hearing from a Daytona based comedian, Jack Napier, will love having fun with these folks and also our L.A. Promoter friend who is calling back...]]>7726truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/environmental-entrepreneurship-durham-politics-and-area-art-featured-on-this-ep--48514721And speaking of political views, on the eve of Super Tuesday which NC statewide races we were pleased to have Natalie Murdock who is currently working with Durham Water and Soil but who is running for State Senate on the show....She definitely gave great insight into why she is running...
And, last but not least, we had Rah El talking about the play that he is in that is being put on by Black Poetry Theatre and Cayenne The Lion King, a known area musician, talking about the film that he has put on that will be shown in April here in Durham...
Join us for this very special episode of Straight Talk with Dean and Marc....I think you are in for a definite treat!]]>aea95c90-8e77-4eb0-96d0-3f4789e24155Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeI met Shel Horowitz through LinkedIn and was quite impressed with the fact that he is mixing Entrepreneurship, Activism and the Environment together...While there are some who argue that the climate is not drastically changing, Horowitz has facts that...And speaking of political views, on the eve of Super Tuesday which NC statewide races we were pleased to have Natalie Murdock who is currently working with Durham Water and Soil but who is running for State Senate on the show....She definitely gave great insight into why she is running...
And, last but not least, we had Rah El talking about the play that he is in that is being put on by Black Poetry Theatre and Cayenne The Lion King, a known area musician, talking about the film that he has put on that will be shown in April here in Durham...
Join us for this very special episode of Straight Talk with Dean and Marc....I think you are in for a definite treat!]]>7677truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/animal-and-human-relations-discussed--48514720Corey Cohen is an animal behavior and relationship educator, mindfulness teacher, and emotional intelligence instructor with over 33 years of helping people connect with their dogs on a deeper level. His unique Mindfulness-Based Animal Behavior Therapy™, Path of Friendship™ programs and his C. A. L. M. (connection – appreciation – love – mindfulness) classes for people and dogs are empowering alternatives to standard dog training.
His mindfulness seminars for individuals, universities, wellness centers, and top corporations has helped reduce stress and anxiety and given people a fresh perspective on life.
He is the owner of A New Leash on Life Animal Behavior Services in Northeastern PA and Northern NJ. He’s also the owner of Awakenings Meditation in Northeastern PA.]]>e5dc0a85-f472-4be0-8df6-05ea91c9ce30Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeIt is our pleasure to have Corey Cohen on our show to talk about his work with Dogs and their Psychology.... Corey Cohen is an animal behavior and relationship educator, mindfulness teacher, and emotional intelligence instructor with over 33 years of...Corey Cohen is an animal behavior and relationship educator, mindfulness teacher, and emotional intelligence instructor with over 33 years of helping people connect with their dogs on a deeper level. His unique Mindfulness-Based Animal Behavior Therapy™, Path of Friendship™ programs and his C. A. L. M. (connection – appreciation – love – mindfulness) classes for people and dogs are empowering alternatives to standard dog training.
His mindfulness seminars for individuals, universities, wellness centers, and top corporations has helped reduce stress and anxiety and given people a fresh perspective on life.
He is the owner of A New Leash on Life Animal Behavior Services in Northeastern PA and Northern NJ. He’s also the owner of Awakenings Meditation in Northeastern PA.]]>7538truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-virus-panic-and-much-more--48514714Originally scheduled was  Mr. Walter Greason who I learned about through Sree's New York Times Readalong Sunday program....Walter David Greason is the Chief Executive Officer for the International Center for Metropolitan Growth, a firm that specializes in starting and attracting new businesses to markets in North America.  His two books, Suburban Erasure: How the Suburbs Ended the Civil Rights Movement in New Jersey and The Path to Freedom: Black Families in New Jersey, connect undiscovered local elements of the black freedom movement with global trends in economic development.  www.waltergreason.com.   We are working to get him rescheduled]]>71d83105-300a-4e1b-9702-d046785a4d8fTue, 11 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeWe had the pleasure of having Andrea Benjamin on our Podcast...She has studied both National and Durham politics, and has some powerful views about our Political system....And, of course, like everyone else the Corona Virus was on her mind....This all...Originally scheduled was  Mr. Walter Greason who I learned about through Sree's New York Times Readalong Sunday program....Walter David Greason is the Chief Executive Officer for the International Center for Metropolitan Growth, a firm that specializes in starting and attracting new businesses to markets in North America.  His two books, Suburban Erasure: How the Suburbs Ended the Civil Rights Movement in New Jersey and The Path to Freedom: Black Families in New Jersey, connect undiscovered local elements of the black freedom movement with global trends in economic development.  www.waltergreason.com.   We are working to get him rescheduled]]>7564truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/long-time-activist-to-speak-on-show--48515440In addition we will be hearing from Shel Horowitz, a Social entrepreneur and activist in his own right...  ."For organizations that want to combine making a difference and making a profit, I'm your Success Sherpa, your 'Transformpreneur." I find opportunities for you to make money doing good in the world, and walk you through the steps to make it real." —Shel Horowitz... Horowitz has examples of how you can be both a good stewart to the planet and the world but also a successful business owner..
Also featured is Tonya Brooks, a longtime entertainment person from LA... As a 40 year veteran in the Entertainment industry, Tanya has a vast amount of experience. She has worked as a singer, actress, vocal and acting coach, producer, director, mentor ship, Executive writing for businesses, and play write. The main focus for Tanya starting TanLouBro Entertainment, was to have a place for young up and coming artists to have a place to train and utilize there talents. The second goal is to mentor the up and coming business professionals]]>3d797bb9-5913-46d3-a27f-d28688239b5fTue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeI have known Bruce Bridges for many decades, and I am looking forward to our conversation on our Podcast.   We will be talking about his work on many cultural fronts, including owning one of this area's top book stores and jazz spots in the...In addition we will be hearing from Shel Horowitz, a Social entrepreneur and activist in his own right...  ."For organizations that want to combine making a difference and making a profit, I'm your Success Sherpa, your 'Transformpreneur." I find opportunities for you to make money doing good in the world, and walk you through the steps to make it real." —Shel Horowitz... Horowitz has examples of how you can be both a good stewart to the planet and the world but also a successful business owner..
Also featured is Tonya Brooks, a longtime entertainment person from LA... As a 40 year veteran in the Entertainment industry, Tanya has a vast amount of experience. She has worked as a singer, actress, vocal and acting coach, producer, director, mentor ship, Executive writing for businesses, and play write. The main focus for Tanya starting TanLouBro Entertainment, was to have a place for young up and coming artists to have a place to train and utilize there talents. The second goal is to mentor the up and coming business professionals]]>7596falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-theatre-pioneer-as-well-as-brazilian-musician-and-a-physic-medium-featured--48515441We are also looking forward to hearing from Caique Vidal who will be talking about his Brazilian Carnival celebration in the Durham area and his growing up as a musician in Brazil....We will also talk about some of the misconceptions people have of Brazilian music and Latin American music in general and some of the obstacles he has faced....And, of course, we will talk about some of the foods he misses from his home country and his work with Christ Central and Saints of Sparrow.    Should also be interesting to hear some of his views about America and Brazil as far as politics, religion, and life..  Definitely another fun conversation....
And, we will close out the show by talking to Alex Saar, A Physic and Medium, who will talk about how to communicate with loved ones who have passed, as well as communiicating with Ancestors and others...As well as how to listen to dreams and interprations that may be coming to you from Mother Nature and other living people.. Of course as always, we welcome conversation from our listening audience and we are always looking for dynamic and interesting guests...
Originally scheduled was a Author to talk about the Gritty Baltimore Streets and the U.S. Prison System but we will reschedule that guest for a later date.....]]>50092217-0071-48a2-ab0c-6cc85ed33ccdTue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeI am truly looking forward to having my longtime friend and Theatre Icon, Aduke Aremu, on the show tonight...We will be talking about Black TheIatre, How she Got her Name and it's African Roots, and Growing up being the Kid with Red Hair who played...We are also looking forward to hearing from Caique Vidal who will be talking about his Brazilian Carnival celebration in the Durham area and his growing up as a musician in Brazil....We will also talk about some of the misconceptions people have of Brazilian music and Latin American music in general and some of the obstacles he has faced....And, of course, we will talk about some of the foods he misses from his home country and his work with Christ Central and Saints of Sparrow.    Should also be interesting to hear some of his views about America and Brazil as far as politics, religion, and life..  Definitely another fun conversation....
And, we will close out the show by talking to Alex Saar, A Physic and Medium, who will talk about how to communicate with loved ones who have passed, as well as communiicating with Ancestors and others...As well as how to listen to dreams and interprations that may be coming to you from Mother Nature and other living people.. Of course as always, we welcome conversation from our listening audience and we are always looking for dynamic and interesting guests...
Originally scheduled was a Author to talk about the Gritty Baltimore Streets and the U.S. Prison System but we will reschedule that guest for a later date.....]]>7492truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/area-entrepreneurs-featured-on-show--48515715Should be a lively discussion and we hope more will join the discussion....]]>617bca4d-6f01-4bef-95fd-a66a447570e0Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeOver the last several months, I have met some great entrepreneurs through various entrepreneurial activities at the Hayti...Some of these entrepreneurs have been in the field of medicine, and others have been in the field of tech and other...Should be a lively discussion and we hope more will join the discussion....]]>7388truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/great-blues-musician-and-fight-against-hunger-featured-on-podcast--485154437fded468-f947-4ba5-8c06-f3b6c71eee9eTue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeMe and Dean had a great discussion about the Super Bowl, Coronavirus, and the Greensboro Four and then we were joined by our guest Michael Ringer and Jason Damico....During that discussion, we talked about ending hunger, food desserts, and Jason's...7439falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/long-time-friend-and-national-theatre-person-to-be-featured--48515714After his first national tour and the success of "If Loving You is Wrong" that featured Freddie Jackson, the name was changed to Gdavis Productions and the slogan was established "Bringing Real Life Situation to the Stage."
Now 25 years later and over 20 productions written, directed and produced by Garrett Davis, Gdavis Productions is one of the leading theater companies in the country nationaly touring mulitlple productions for 5 consecutive years and counting with Mama's Girls, Daddys' Boys, Sisters at Heat, Clearly Invisible and Forget Me Not.
Some of the industries top entertainers have been presented in a Gdavis Production including Ann Nesby, Melvin Williams of the William Brothers, Gerald Alston and Blue Lovette from the Manhattans, Tony Terry, Carl Payne, Sister Cantaloupe, Gary Jenkins from Silk, Regina Belle, Freddie Jackson, Cherelle and Shirley Murdock just to name a few.  Gdavis Productions partnered with Harper Collins Best Selling author Nina Fox to transform her book Marrying Up into a stage play that starred American Idol Finalist Melinda Doolittle.
Garrett has also teamed up with the amazing organizations to share their message and cause.. Also featured will be Darryl Bumpass, Sr., a truly amazing Motivational speaker and author of I Know You Hear Me, But Are You Listening, the Doorway to Peace Of Mind....]]>ed62952c-9176-4385-9f7f-f3e65c9ff25bTue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000Marc LeeGdavis Productions is an urban theater company that has been touring stage plays since 1994. Gdavis Productions started off as Rhema Theatre Group Ministries in Raeford, NC when Gdavis penned his first stage production entitled "Lord Why Me" After his...After his first national tour and the success of "If Loving You is Wrong" that featured Freddie Jackson, the name was changed to Gdavis Productions and the slogan was established "Bringing Real Life Situation to the Stage."
Now 25 years later and over 20 productions written, directed and produced by Garrett Davis, Gdavis Productions is one of the leading theater companies in the country nationaly touring mulitlple productions for 5 consecutive years and counting with Mama's Girls, Daddys' Boys, Sisters at Heat, Clearly Invisible and Forget Me Not.
Some of the industries top entertainers have been presented in a Gdavis Production including Ann Nesby, Melvin Williams of the William Brothers, Gerald Alston and Blue Lovette from the Manhattans, Tony Terry, Carl Payne, Sister Cantaloupe, Gary Jenkins from Silk, Regina Belle, Freddie Jackson, Cherelle and Shirley Murdock just to name a few.  Gdavis Productions partnered with Harper Collins Best Selling author Nina Fox to transform her book Marrying Up into a stage play that starred American Idol Finalist Melinda Doolittle.
Garrett has also teamed up with the amazing organizations to share their message and cause.. Also featured will be Darryl Bumpass, Sr., a truly amazing Motivational speaker and author of I Know You Hear Me, But Are You Listening, the Doorway to Peace Of Mind....]]>7360truefull