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PRESSING THROUGH UNCERTAINTY -

The world has changed. In the midst of a surge of public human mean-ness, uncertainty moved in and doesn’t want to leave. COVID slid in like a theft in the night and took up residence. Its domino effect on the economy, rumors and war finds most of us in an unfamiliar headspace. Join this conversation with Rev. Dr. Lisa D. Robinson, author of “Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled”, as we embrace flexibility and resilience to endure the hard press -- by faith.

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FUNDING YOUR BUSINESS

In this era of The Great Resignation where many are inspired to start their own businesses, Black small business owners are on track for continued growth. But, what about access to capital? The lack of access to capital makes it much more challenging for minority business owners to get their businesses off the ground and running. So, where do you find capital to fund your business? Listen as Elijah McCoy, CEO of McCoy Brokerage Service and B. Lifted Up! co-host, Alfred Edmond Jr, discuss the A, B, Cs of business financing .

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DAVID & TAMELA MANN 

Dynamic duo – David & Tamela Mann join B. Lifted Up! with pearls of wisdom about relationships, faith, love & understanding. Grammy®-winning recording artist and actress, Tamela Mann and her husband and business partner, actor/comedian David Mann, together helm Tillymann Entertainment – and return to television in their third season of Tyler Perry’s “Assisted Living” (BET/BET Her). Through their artistry we have laughed, cried and re-examined ourselves. Don’t miss this episode.

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A MOTHER’S LOVE 

Motherhood does not come with an instruction manual. Thankfully it does come with the wisdom of generations of elders who came before us. The Bible describes wisdom in a feminine sense -- for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold.” (Proverbs 3:14) So, it all begins with Mom. Yvette Moyo, Founder/CEO of MOBE (Marketing Opportunities in Business & Entertainment) & the Real Men Cook Charities shares her maternal insights & instincts – and the mind-blowing, life changing effects of the practical application of wisdom in our lives.   

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BLESSED MODE 

Kel Mitchell knows what it's like to struggle through depression and addiction, but he also knows the power of God's presence to help you find freedom and the blessings in your life. Following his extensive career in entertainment, starring in beloved fan favorites including Nickelodeon’s Kenan & Kel, All That, and cultural epic feature film Good Burger, among many others, this two-time Emmy Award–nominated actor, producer, comedian, pastor and author,    shares the spiritual side of himself with his fans in his new book, Blessed Mode. Kel joins our co-hosts with his passionate testimony and 90 day challenge to Level Up Your Faith.

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FAITH, JUSTICE & SOCIAL CHANGE

With the mid-term elections approaching this November, the stakes are high. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives & 34 in the Senate are up for election. Most concerning are the new more restrictive laws, which will adversely affect the poor, disabled and people with language barriers. That’s not all. Gerrymandering -- the redistricting of voter maps -- allows legislators pick their voters, instead of the voters picking their legislators. So, what can we do? Join us and our special guest, Dr. Aimy Steele, Founder & Executive Director of the New North Carolina Project (NNCP) for this riveting discussion on curbing the injustice of voter suppression.

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FAITH, VOTING RIGHTS & POWER 

How does the faith of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob apply to 21 st century injustice? The world is ever changing. God’s Word is true and does not change. But, time does. Government bi-partisanship and voter suppression threaten the tenets of democracy.  Junius ‘Jeff’ Carter, President of the Bergen County (NJ) NAACP, stops by to share pearls of wisdom in programs, policies and process that service, engage and empower communities of color.

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INFLATION & THE COST OF LIVING 

Inflation – the loss of purchasing power over time – has not increased at such a fast rate since 1982. Feeling the pinch? How long will it last? Financial expert, best-selling author and CEO of Mindright Money Management, Ash Cash, graces this conversation with insights, inspiration, tools and resources needed to live your best life – even through periods of financial turbulence. 

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FINDING A NEW NORM 

What have we learned from the pandemic? Women wear a lot of hats. Working from home provides a viable option and probable solutions. Become the architect of your own future. Taking control in times of socio-economic upheaval provokes thoughts of starting a business. If this is your path, consider a bridge that can connect business opportunities with certified women owned businesses. Teri Coaxum, Author & CEO/Owner of Coaxum Connects LLC joins our co-hosts for a masterclass in opening doors to corporate and federal contracting.

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B. Lifted Up! Special Edition:

Linsey Davis, anchor for ABC News Live Prime & weekend “World News Tonight” and correspondent for “World News Tonight,” “Good Morning America,” “20/20” & “Nightline”, has covered news stories around the globe. After achieving huge success with her previous bestselling children’s books, The World Is Awake, One Big Heart: A Celebration of Being More Alike than Different, and Stay This Way Forever, Linsey Davis is back with a new release titled, How High Is Heaven?, Children ask a lot of questions about heaven, particularly when they’ve experienced the loss of a loved one. Join Linsey and B. Lifted Up! co-host, Alfred Edmond Jr, for this uplifting discussion that gives hope and comfort for young readers that, by God’s grace, heaven is a place we can look forward to while living our best life and finding moments of heaven here on earth.

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