Behind The Wheel Podcast

I’ve set my expectations low on purpose when it comes to our justice system as personal self care strategy and to keep from becoming apathetic or going on an emotional roller coaster ride. I sometimes get the feeling that part of the strategy is to wear us out to the point where we just give up, but we can’t afford to quit.  I’m past the point of trying to muster up more outrage from the day before, now it’s about conserving my energy and thinking and acting strategically and not acting off of my impulses or emotions, because those don’t always lead to my best decisions.

I listened to Daniel Cameron’s press conference and then I spoke to a few attorneys before formulating an opinion about the decision.  I’ll share a few thoughts here and more later in a medium post, but basically the Attorney General’s job is to present the facts of the case, they are influential, if they want absolve themselves of any responsibility they’ll hide behind the Grand Jury’s decision-it’s out of my hands.  

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The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW Podcast, sign up for the Newsletter, check out the blog or order merchandise.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

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Tiffany Johnson, 37, who lives in Woodside, was attacked back in August while out for a jog, her only crime was she was running while black in America.  Running while black is not a crime in America, but you couldn't tell by frequency with which we are pulled over and harassed by the police for engaging in a simple physical activity-apparently we fit the description.  Tiffany said her instinct was to avoid further confrontation. “I just wanted to get away from her as quickly as possible. My safety was my first concern. Her mentality is her problem,” she said. “I don’t really like to take on other people’s issues. That she thinks that way is her problem, not my problem.”  Noting Black women often have to deal with casual and overt acts of racism, Johnson had this advice: “Don’t let anyone steal your joy.”

Why are we constantly having to take the high road?  There are two school of thoughts some people feel Tiffany was a punk, for letting that old white woman treat her like that, then they go on to say:  "I woulda beat her ass."  I don't know how I would've responded in that moment.  It would not be a a good look for me as a black man beating up an old white woman.  Let's play this out the cops arrive on the seen they see me a black man beating up this old white woman they're not going to be asking too many questions-I'm going to get arrested.  This whole incident helped to realize I need to memorize at least one persons phone number.  It takes a great deal of restraint to think before acting on impulse.

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The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW Podcast, sign up for the Newsletter, check out the blog or order merchandise.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

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This is a bonus episode for Ko-fi and Anchor Supporters of the show, your support for the work that we do at the BTW Podcast allows us to spread the running gospel in CT.  Doors are being opened and on a local level through a local running to in CT.  SoundRunner and their parent corporation MarathonSports.  During this episode I partner with my friend Nancy to try and convince Yvonne to name a bar of soap after me.

If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW Podcast, sign up for the Newsletter, check out the blog or order merchandise.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

I went live this morning after staying up early this morning working on REBUILDNYRR episode which is live now.  In this today's episode I share three new books, the topping the list is The Inner Game of Tennis, it's not a Tennis book.

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The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW Podcast, sign up for the Newsletter, check out the blog or order merchandise.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

We’ve been following this story for a few weeks now on first on Instagram and then on Facebook, within several running groups. I wanted to hear directly from the REBUILDNYRR, so I reached out to them for an interview, I’ve also reached out to the NYRR, as of the recording of this episode they have not responded.

Initially, I was hoping to have an actual conversation with a representative from REBUILDNYRR, but they were concerned about retaliation. I even suggested altering their voice as an option, we finally agreed to responding to a few questions.  This episode was made possible by Play.ht from an article that I posted on Medium, "Rebuild New York Road Runner, Current & Former Employees Appeal For Change"

If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW Podcast, sign up for the Newsletter, check out the blog or order merchandise.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

Adam Parr is a 26 year old from across the pond after a traumatic life event, Adam suffered from PTSD.  He pieced the pieces of his life together and the started attending university and retail before realizing it wasn't for him.  Adam starting learning about NLP and launched a podcast and coaching business.

If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW Podcast, sign up for the Newsletter, check out the blog or order merchandise.  

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

It's a typically day in Bridgeport CT., I had just finished posting the episode for the day and was ready to start my day, but not before grabbing a cup of coffee from DD.  I observed a category 5 customer interaction and made a few notes when I got back to my car, after I finished writing I went and spoke to the manager about the incident.  Later that day I had three more notable customer experiences one at Crossroads Pizza in Bpt, Popeyes and Ben & Jerry's in New Haven.   

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW, sign up for the New letter, check out the blog or order merchandise.  If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

A gentle nudge in the right direction got me across the finish line of in Hartford CT. for my first marathon, but it took two years of coaxing from my sister to get me to actually head out for my first run around downtown Bridgeport-why?  Why did I agree to run 26.2miles without even knowing how long 26.2miles was?  All it took was a casual conversation with two acquaintances in Home Depot and I started down the road to living a healthy lifestyle.  

At my core I am a teacher, a coach of sorts, I am a human potential developer.  In my bio on IG I've the following words: I help people iMac their lives identify their purpose Maximize their potential Accelerate their growth and Continue the cycle-that's a cute acronym, but how do I make that translate into a daily practice?  I get excited and want to share what I know, a voice in my head reminded me yesterday, nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW, sign up for the New letter, check out the blog or order merchandise.  If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

After the 2007 economic crash, many individuals were faced with unemployment and the challenge of finding a new career, leading some to venture into what has become one of the fastest growing industries over the last decade. This is an excerpt from a 2014 article written by Greta McClain,  Read more: Digital Journal.  Interestingly enough, around 2007 was when my fascination podcasting and audio started, as with most things I get interested in I started researching the coaching industry, buying books listening to podcasts, attending workshops and seminars.  My belief then was that we could benefit from training and that hasn't changed-I believe it now more than ever.  The thought of being a coach crossed my, but I had no idea who my target audience would be or what I'd talk about.  Fast forward 13 years and you can literally find a coach for every aspect of life. 

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW, sign up for the New letter, check out the blog or order merchandise.  If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.

I wanted to take a moment to say thank you to those of you who tune into the BTW Podcast, I certainly appreciate YOU; your support allows me to share stories of ordinary people doing EXTRAordinary things within their communities.  During my travels around the state I come in contact with individuals, business owners and entrepreneurs and I'd share the podcast with them, but I had no way of allowing them to support the podcast prior to Ko-fi-the same could be said of those online.  I was introduced to Ko-fi by Latoya Shauntay Snell a fellow podcaster and runner.  Since the inception of BTW Podcast I've been hesitant to ask for listener support.  Nothing great was ever created in a vacuum alone by one person, your support of the vision of BTW Podcast allows me to share stories of incredible individuals, it provides entertainment hope and inspiration to those who tune in to each episode. 

They're are so many creative people within the running community/beyond and under the umbrella of RUNUTAINMENT the CREATIVE RUNNING COLLECTIVE will create Netflix type stories for your ears.  While I love audio, I know everyone may not share my passion, some people may prefer the written word.  With that in mind we're introducing UINC. & RUNUTAINMENT Magazines, UINC. will focus on leadership, entrepreneurship, and RUNUTAINMENT will capture the written stories from the guest that appear on the BTW Podcast for the month.

The launching of my Ko-fi page is me embracing my talents, this is me walking in my purpose, this is me taking the leap, acknowledging that what I'm doing is providing a valuable service for the audience, the guest and the sponsors.  BTW Podcast is a business.  You can visit Derek Oxley to stay up today on current happenings with BTW, sign up for the New letter, check out the blog or order merchandise.  If you're tired of a station that doesn't speak to your needs and you're interested in learning more about the BTW Podcast visit RUNUTAINMENT .  Oh yeah I haven't mentioned my Ko-fi page.

I took the leap 4years ago to drive for Uber/Lyft Full-time, so I could have the flexibility to devote to building BTW Podcast.  Ko-fi is platform that will allow entrepreneurs/business owners to sponsor an episode PRE, MID or POST roll, it also allows you to buy me a cup of coffee.

Thanks for accompanying my on this ride.  Leave a voicemail on Anchor to let us know how we’re doing and receive a shout out in a future episode or you can now visit my brand spanking new BTW Podcast website in lower righthand corner there's a microphone simply click that and record a message.