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During this episode of NO SLEEP, the hosts will discuss Millennials and the movement towards minimalism, specifically relating to the increased interest in tiny homes. Many millennials are adopting this idea of minimalism, and focusing their spending efforts on "experiences" rather than "stuff." This has especially changed the mindset of home ownership amongst the Millennial generation, shifting towards smaller and more energy-efficient homes. Why has this shift occurred? What factors come into play here? And, what does this mean for future home buyers?

On this week's program we discuss "Developing and Supporting High Achieving Students."  The following statement from the organization our guest represents demonstrates the need for helping African American students:  "Every year, thousands of students with great minds and potential end up forfeiting available opportunities because there is a lack of knowledge and a lack of help available to them. Many students dream to be leaders and innovators but give up on those dreams because there is never anyone to guide and encourage them along the way.  Other individuals have yet to even realize their true potential and therefore never push themselves to be the best version of themselves. The Arkansas Commitment is dedicated to making sure that students find an environment to grow and develop through real world experience and mentoring.  We wish to make sure that the next generation of scientists, doctors, artists, educators, and politicians are prepared to take on their dreams and responsibilities."

Our special guest is Mr. Darren Morgan, Executive Director of Arkansas Commitment, a nonprofit organization created to identify academically talented African-American high school students throughout central Arkansas and guide them to become leaders of society at large as well as within the African-American community.

Regardless of where you live, you need to learn about the important work this great organization is doing, and how it may help you, your family, or your community.  Join us Monday - September 24th at 7:30 PM ET | 6:30 PM CT for Developing and Supporting High Achieving Students.

We hear so much about the problems in America's public schools that one would think that our schools are a disaster.  Although there are many problems, there are also many dedicated teachers working hard under very difficult circumstances, and with limited resources, to teach our children and help them achieve their full potential.

However, one of the issues that has concerned me for many years is the failure of the majority of school districts in the United States to adapt to change and employ more effective means of engaging students and the emphasis on standardized testing rather than focusing on the needs of the students.  Much of this has been mandated by the federal government.

On tonight's show, we examine some of the schools that have departed from the normal methods used in most schools and who have been very successful in helping their students to excel.  Our special guest is Mr. Doron Townsell, a Partner with Ember Charter School for Mindful Education, Innovation & Transformation in Brooklyn, NY.  

We will discuss why these "model schools" have been able to achieve such great success, Common Core and standardized testing, the inequities in resources between schools in more affluent areas in contrast with rural and urban schools, assisting students with learning disabilities, dealing with difficult students, and much more.

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: Money Talks with Sharon B. Jones

Effectiveness of having money talks between parents and children

Sharon B. Jones is founder of Teach Kids Money Management and author of Family-Friendly Money Recipe$ for Kids. A certified personal finance expert, educator, financial coach, and keynote speaker, who for more than two decades has been a financial advisor to leading companies, national organizations, and educational institutions to develop financial education training and build family-school-community partnerships. Recognized by inaugural President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy for her role as senior advisor, she has helped promote better money management skills throughout America. Her dedicated work contributed to a series of historic recommendations for improving financial literacy among young people, from preschool through post-secondary education.

Among her numerous volunteer activities, Sharon served on the advisory board of the Academy of Business, Finance and Entrepreneurship and was also founding board member, president, and chairperson of the Greater Washington Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy. She is active on the Collaboration for Excellent Parents Team, established by the National Alliance of Black School Educators' Parent Commission, and is a member of Experian Consumer Council. Sharon resides with her family in Maryland.  WWW.SharonBJones.Com 

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LeeAnna Conley will be discussing the pros and cons about moving out of state to get free of an abuser. When you should do it and when you should not. LeeAnna has a Bachelor of Science in Business and a M Ed in adult education with a human resource emphasis. She also is a Domestic Violence survivor and we will be talking about the pro and cons of domestic violence.

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During tonight’s episode of NO SLEEP, the hosts will honor those who were lost during 9/11 and discuss how these events may have affected or changed the way that children of the generation were raised. As an event that happened 17 years ago, was the event more transformative for older millennials than younger ones? How did the events shape or change the millennial view of the world?

Join our NO SLEEP team tonight as they discuss 9/11 – A Millennials View. Listen LIVE at 8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT

Tonight on our program we have a very interesting discussion for those who play the lottery in hopes of winning.  We talk with an incredible young man who won $52 million dollars in the lottery, and the amazing things he is doing with it.  He is a Navy veteran, he began his career in the cruise line industry with a Chinese/Malaysian company, Star Cruises, and while working in China he learned the Mandarin language before transitioning to Norweigan Cruise Lines which had been purchased by his present employer Star Cruises.  He worked for Norwegian Cruise Lines for a decade before starting his own business, The Pilgram Group, a real estate company that focuses on renovating commercial, residential and maritime real estate.  Listen and learn the rewards of philanthropy and community activism, as well as the responsibility we all have to give back.

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: Are you under the influence with your money and how to use it?

I will be addressing how to manage your money in the midst of negative influences. 

 

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There are numerous debates and studies on whether or not the majority of the workforce is truly happy at work.  If you are happy at work, it makes for a happier home, better physical and mental health and well, just an overall happier life.  If you are like many people who have to drag themselves out of bed to go to a job they just don't enjoy, you'll want to listen to this month's episode of Career Reels.  Joining us for the discussion is the bestselling author and world-class speaker, Dr. Steve Taubman. 

 

  Dr. Taubman has dedicated his life to showing people how to thrive through their challenges which includes an unhappy workplace. Having endured crippling anxiety and low-self esteem early in life, Dr. Taubman made it his mission to understand the nature of happiness and the remedy for emotional turmoil.  

 

  Through his unique process, he helps you shift your mindset so you can thrive in high-pressure situations and achieve happiness in your career no matter what stage you are at.  Dr. Steve Taubman will be joining Carolyn to discuss just how you can achieve this level of happiness.

During tonight's episode of NO SLEEP the hosts discuss millennials views on social responsibility.  According to some reports, millennials are becoming even more engaged in philanthropic causes.  Why is this important for corporate executives to know?  When it comes to investing, how does social responsibility play a role in the decisions of millennials?  What causes do millennials really care about the most?

Join our NO SLEEP team tonight as they discuss these and other topics centered around social responsibility.