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I interview Adele in New Zealand. She is Maori, where domestic violence is high. She discusses how she broke the cycle of violence and how she became very successful in life despite all she had gone through throughout her upbringing.

During this week's episode of NO SLEEP, the hosts will discuss reading books. Reading has completely been transformed with new technology. No longer do we have to carry physical copies of books with us, but can simply access them through our smartphones or reading devices, such as Nooks, Kindles or iPads. Many Millennials also utilize Amazon's Audible app, which allows you to purchase audio versions of books. But many also say reading books is a thing of the past, as social media has incorporated its way into our lives. Do you still read? Do you prefer the physical copy or electronic? Join us to find out as we discuss Reading Books – A Millennials' View.

THIS PROGRAM ORIGINALLY AIRED ON NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Immigration has become one of the most volatile issues in the United States. One of the stories dominating the news in past weeks is the march of an estimated 5,000 or more Central American migrants to the United States. In response to the march, President Trump announced that he is sending 5,200 active duty military troops to our southern border.

There also has been and continues to be litigation in the courts regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA). The purpose of DACA is to protect eligible immigrant youth who came to the United States when they were children from deportation.  Six recipients of the DACA program have sued the Trump administration over its plans to rescind the program. Fifteen states and the District of Columbia have also sued the Trump administration over its plans to end DACA. 

What does all of this mean to the average American citizen? Why is immigration important to the future of the United States? What is the bigger picture that many fail to see that affects all Americans?

We will discuss these and other questions regarding immigration with my special guest for this program,  Attorney Dulce Garcia, an immigration lawyer who regularly defends other immigrants in court in California, and who is one of the DACA recipients suing the Trump administration. She’s been living in the United States since her family immigrated from Mexico when she was four years old. 

Listen to this very informative and enlightening program, and learn why immigration matters to everyone, and why protecting DACA, supporting the Dreamers Movement and reasonable immigration policies is so important.

Stacey Womack the Executive director of Abuse Recovery Ministry Program will be discussing her non profit programs. Namely; Her journey - for DV victims and survivors, Mankind - A mens intervention program, Virture - Womens intervention and secondary aggression program. They also have a program for teens - that helps them develop healthy relationships. These programs are used all over the United States and Mexico and Kenya.

Black History Celebration of Reading!

Authors Carla Jones "Momma, Where Do Black People Come From," 

Shawanda Randolph, "Fresh Manna,"  and

Nasir Randolph, book to be announced, will be guest on this show.

Making a Difference about Domestic Violence will be interviewing Lionel Shipman.  He will be talking about Marital finances and we will discuss financial abuse and what DVA vicitms can do to become empoword through financial stability.  Lionel Shipman is a Empowerment Consultant and Speaker with Shipman Consulting, a financial and life empowerment company focusing on educating, motivating and empowering people to improve their financial outlooks and provide life lessons to help them live life to the fullest. Lionel facilitates seminars and workshops in the areas of financial literacy, business, banking and life skills for churches, businesses, high schools & colleges. He is an engaging speaker for conferences, panel discussions, assemblies, motivational sessions and other events. He is also a Radio Show Host (The Lionel SHIPman $hape Your Finances Show on the CWR Talknetwork) and the author of a relationship communication book titled Sacred Vows – The Knot Or Not. Website: Shipmanconsulting.com.

During this week's episode of NO SLEEP, the hosts will discuss job hunting! Millennials are known to jump around when it comes to the workforce. Many employers expect Millennials to stick around for a mere 18-36 months at their current position. Why do we feel the need to get a new job so often? Does that help us build skills from working in various positions? Or lose skills because we move on so quickly? Join us to find out and discuss!

Join our NO SLEEP team this week as they discuss job hunting – A Millennials View. Listen LIVE at 8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT

The Lionel SHIPman $HAPE YOUR FINANCES Show is a financial and life empowerment show focusing on our lives around money and finances. The show aims to educate and motivate people to improve their financial outlooks and empower them to take charge of their lives and to live life to the fullest. 

Topic: Women and Finances Series #1: Tune in and hear the challenges and achievements of various women in finance and business. Tonight's guest is Dionne Blanks

She is the Founder/Pres of the Economic Empowerment Circle, LLC, a financial coaching company that focuses on financial literacy and education. She is a graduate of NC A&T State University where she earned a BS degree in Finance and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1999.  Dionne is deeply passionate about coaching women to develop a money mindset and to strategically build wealth.  With over 20 years of experience in the Financial Services and Wealth Management Industry, Dionne has witnessed how financial guidance assists high net worth and affluent clients with achieving financial goals. It is Dionne’s desire to use her experience and bring those same advantages to the broader public. Dionne is known for her effective and holistic approach to helping her clients to eliminate their debt, implement effective money management skills and build A1 credit. 

In addition to her academic background and work experience, Dionne is also an Accredited Financial Counselor through the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education as well as a Ramsey Solutions Master Financial Coach.  She provides one-on-one as well as group financial coaching and conducts Wealth Bootcamps for students. She is dedicated to helping individuals improve their finances and begin to thrive, no matter where they are in the process right now.

Tune in weekly - Tuesdays at 8:30pm EST / 7:30pm CST

We will be hearing from Leslie Browning that has found some videos of her daughter talking to law enforcement before she was killed. We will see what they did for her and what followed.

During this week's episode of NO SLEEP, the hosts will discuss their thoughts on the current U.S. economy. The U.S. economy is currently very strong, but do Millennials and others actually reap the benefits? How has a strong (or weak) economy affected you? Or your family? Or even your city? Join us to find out and discuss!

Join our NO SLEEP team this week as they discuss the economy – A Millennials View. Listen LIVE at 8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT