16 JAN 2022 · Join me and my guest Levert Blount as we talk about life! Vert a Louisiana native that has a vast knowledge of historical events, art, literature, science, varied cuisines; well, basically he knows A LOT! Sit back and chill with me and my guest on this inaugural episode of Talks w/ the Foxx. Inspirational Quote of this episode: “My default setting is joy.” -Levert Blount Fun Fact: Storm (X-Men) is more powerful than you think. Even on other planets. Way to recharge: Naps You can find him at : TT & IG: @levertthebassman FB: @levertblount

17 JUL 2021 · Understanding the past cannot only teach us the essentials of building fundamental aspects of our individual personhood. It can navigate us through life experiences that imprint what we adopt as our moral and ethical beliefs, our life compass. What happens when we don’t get a full picture of history? Is learning bits and pieces an accurate representation of life in order for us to make informed decisions, build meaningful relationships and adapt to whatever gifts or curve balls life will inevitably hurl at us? On this episode of Let’s Talk About All of the Things, we discuss the implications of history and it’s effect on our present and future. Episode Notes: References for online sources *African American Registry www.aaregistry.org — https://aaregistry.org/story/carolyn-bryant-born/ *Equal Justice Initiative, eji.org https://eji.org/issues/lynching-in-america-outside-the-south/ Lynching in America: Outside the South *University Archives: University of Illinois at Springfield. Usi.edu org Memoirs of Springfield Race Riots, 1908 https://library.uis.edu/archives/collections/localhistory/riotmemoirs.html Audio interview from “Revealing Voices Podcast : Episode 1: J.R. “Bud” Fitzpatrick Interview

6 FEB 2021 · On this episode of The Silver Fox Journal Podcast, my guest Lacresha Berry (Berry & Co)-educator, spoken word artist, fashionista and so much more. We have a candid conversation about her multi-hyphenated approach to life, relationships, and her creative process. Show note: We briefly discuss an article that outlines how sections of the United States have cultural differences, subsets of what we recognize currently. The article is found in the Independent “This Map Shows the US really has 11 separate ‘nations’ with entirely different cultures.” https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-map-11-separate-nations-colin-woodward-yankeedom-new-netherland-midlands-tidewater-greater-appalachia-a8078261.html Special Thanks to: Lacresha Berry: TikTok @berryandco IG @berryandco Additional contact: https://linktr.ee/berryandco Music By: TikTok @felonious_skunk IG @felonius_skunk_music

12 OCT 2020 · The root cause of an issue is never easy to find behind a shroud of denial. Dialogue is important surrounding. Voice. Choice. Choose wisely.

13 SEP 2020 · The "word" is everywhere. EVERYWHERE. From the palm of your hand to the wireless device inside your ear. We spread the "word" fast and at times with reckless abandonment, but is it for the best? We have a choice.

25 DEC 2019 · I disconnected from social media for a "tech renewal" and I'm glad I did! So now what? This episode digs into what I learned and what's up next for social media. Enter TikTok and how the social media game will forever be changed. Episode Notes: At 15:15 in the episode, I discuss different social media platforms and my experience with TikTok. 19:10 Learning Curve 20:23 Live broadcasting (Coins and "gifts") 23:05 Trends & # hashtag & the algorithm 25:00 Sense of Community 28:00 #GenBeef-understanding "ok boomer" 33:00 The not so good issues with TT 34:35 The Good Stuff 36:00 Community Guidelines 38:00 Conclusion

15 AUG 2019 · My 30 day social media detox....well kinda. I mean, I blog and podcast. It is almost impossible to not use some form of social media. Better put, my 30 day personal social media detox. For the next thirty days, I will not use any type of social media app or website UNLESS it has anything to do with my brand (s). 1.5 weeks in.... Music backing track: Tom Misch - It Runs Through Me (feat. De La Soul) Performed by Mcfly Guitar: Joshua Bredow Drums: Thijmen Molema Bass: Jaro Bellekom Keys: Joachim van Marrewijk Recorded at The Alley Studio - The Hague, NL https://www.mflymusic.com

7 JUL 2019 · In the second installment of my talks surrounding living with Bipolar Disorder; I discuss different times during the journey of my life where I questioned if I was "losing my $h!t".... or maybe I was becoming aware of what my mental health in a way that I never had before. I found that through these scary, unsettling times; that the person I became on the other side of the experiences was strong and more prepared for the next challenge. Dope Beats by Joey Pecoraro: https://soundcloud.com/joeypecoraro https://twitter.com/wolf___joey https://www.instagram.com/joeypecoraro Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0 Music provided by RFM: https://youtu.be/RcS7wTpn914

8 MAR 2019 · Hi, My name is Elle...and I have Bipolar II Disorder. Many people who have or know someone with a mental illness, are either afraid or uncomfortable with talking about it. My hope is to help change that, one listener at a time! In this episode I share my story as well as information and resources about Bipolar Disorder. For more information & Support check out: National Alliance on Mental Illness @ https://www.nami.org/ Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance @ https://secure2.convio.net/dabsa/site/SPageServer/?pagename=DBSA_about_dbsa And if you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of harming themselves or hopelessness, there is help @ The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

15 DEC 2018 · I've been told that being a parent can range from challenging to one of the most rewarding events in a person's life. So, what happens when you don't have kids? When you never become a mom or a dad? You can still have a rewarding life and not be a unicorn for not giving birth!