Joy Moore is a highly successful media professional, distinguished writer, and producer.  She managed the media impact portfolio for the Annie E. Casey Foundation, a private philanthropy, for many years, was a writer and field producer for Essence in New York City, an Adjunct Professor at Howard University, and currently leads her own media consulting firm.  Joy has won a Peabody Award for her exceptional work in radio.  And that's just her professional life.  Her most important role is that of mom, grandma and mother-in-love to a beautiful family! 

Join us in our talk with Joy as she shares the highs, lows and everything in between in her parenting journey which is captured in her insightful book, "The Power of Presence:  Be a Voice in Your Child's Ear When You're Not With Them."  In her book, Joy shares her pillars for parenting that could help you keep it all together in the midst of navigating your kids and family!  You don't want to miss our great conversation with Joy!  

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There is a lot of pressure on the American economy right now and changes in private and public sector employment practices are affecting job security for many folks.  There are a lot of people who are taking early retirement or being laid off from their jobs or fear a future lay-off.  If you feel financially unstable and not sure what to do, this podcast is for you.

Join us for a conversation with mortgage credit and financial coach Lori Jones Gibbs, CEO of LJG Consulting.  

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There's no denying that there is a lot going on now that is disrupting the daily life of many families.  The pressures on employment, our pocketbook, health and spirituality are impacting many and causing increasing stress on the body.  If you are feeling stressed, this episode is for you!  Join us in our talk with Dr. Sandra Smith, a highly skilled family medicine doctor and our own Medical Consultant.  Don't let stress take you down.  Learn to manage it with Dr. Smith's very practical advice.  

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We were back at the Montgomery County (MD) Commission for Women's Legislative Briefing where we talked to women across the County and State about issues important to them.  More and more, we know that, as women, we cannot watch the action unfold; we must be a part of the action to ensure the security and safety of ourselves, our family and our community.  In this episode we talked to dynamic women advancing causes in many areas:  college scholarships, financial literacy, advocacy for children affected by domestic violence, political engagement, voter reform (rank choice voting), promoting HBCUs, and the happenings at the Maryland General Assembly!  

We thank the Montgomery County (MD) Commission for Women for hosting another great conference!

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We love talking to young people finding their way and doing great things!  This episode is no exception!  In this podcast, we talk to Andrew Stephens, a recent college graduate and young filmmaker who filmed and produced his first documentary as a senior in College!  27 Deep is a movie-style documentary that follows the players of the 2022-2023 Haverford College men's soccer team.  In this year, Andrew and his teammates are repeatedly challenged on the field and off.   Nerves and a will to win are tested by this team.  The lessons learned span more than just through the season.   
You won't want to miss this special talk!

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We are welcoming Season 3 by coming to you!  We went to the annual Women's Legislative Briefing, put on by the Montgomery County (MD) Commission for Women, to talk to women about issues most important them.  Issues important to them are  certainly important to us!  We were reminded of a lot!  Women want to advance legislation for the betterment of women and families, especially those most in need.  We want to protect young people from homelessness.  We want to end food insecurity, improve housing affordability, ensure equity in healthcare, have a living wage, and we want gun control.  We want to protect and ensure our democracy.  We want responsible political representatives who will keep the focus on the public good.  We know that what is good for families is good for the country.  We thank the Commission for Women for a great annual event!

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We have all watched as the people of Israel and the Gaza region have mourned the loss of life among their loved ones and suffered from the abductions of family-members and friends from the attacks by Hamas.  The horror of the situation has weighed heavily on our minds.  What do we say to our friends and neighbors who are Jewish and who may be affected directly by the attack, or emotionally suffering from the horrors that they see and hear about?  How do we talk to our children?  To help us unpack this emotional weight, we talk to Lisa Chanin Hedgepeth, a Jewish mom of three who is active in her synagogue and a member of the Social Action Steering Committee of the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Greater Washington Area.  You won’t want to miss this special talk!  

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Ever wonder about the real benefits of plant-based cooking on your health and well-being?  Well, we did too so we turned to plant-based nutrition expert Robina Barlow for some answers.  Robina strongly believes that a plant-based diet is the best way to attain optimal health, prevent/reverse disease, and she loves sharing this information with others.  She also shares some easy ways to turn that Sunday Soul Food dinner into a plant-based delight!  

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Some of the most important early advances in women's health came at the expense of young women who were used in experimental surgical procedures.  In "Say Anarcha", J.C. Hallman unearths the story of a heroic black woman at the center of advances in modern women's healthcare.  Join us in an intriguing discussion with author J.C. Hallman, his research and what he learned about Anarcha and other enslaved women forced to undergo experimental gynecological surgeries in 19th century Alabama.  

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Join us as we talk to Michelle Coles, author of the award-winning young adult novel "Black Was The Ink", a powerful coming-of-age story and an eye-opening exploration of the Reconstruction Era, the period time between the end of the Civil War and the beginning of Jim Crow. Through her main character Malcolm, Michelle brings to life historical leaders of Reconstruction, including the country's first black Congressman, Joseph Rainey of South Carolina. Joining us with Michelle is Cong. Rainey's great-great-granddaughter, Schuyler Rainey Twyman. Schuyler shares her insights about her great-great-grandfather, and together we talk about the dynamic period of Reconstruction and the importance of our children knowing their history.   You don't want to miss this powerful and enlightening talk.  

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