Beyond the Culture

#043: What does spatiality mean for you as a black person? It is important to educate yourself with African American history to understand spatial injustice and how it is still used to oppress us today. 

In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Dr. Brian Culp, the assistant chair of the Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education, and professor of health and physical education at Kennesaw State University. His current research interests are biopolitics, leadership, archetypes, community physical activity, kinesiology, and spatial injustice. Dr. Culp has written and published many peer-reviewed journals and book chapters and received several significant awards and distinctions. He talks about the meaning of spatiality and the African American history that has been suppressed from us. 

Listen in to learn about some pieces that are involved in the issues of space, movement, and power in America. You will also learn the importance of African Americans advocating for more representation in things other than entertainment. 

“You got to know where you’ve been in order to know where you’re going to go.”- Brian [38:02]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [2:34] Brian describes his childhood and education background and his experience with social injustice growing up.

·       [8:14] The meaning of spatiality and its relation to black people in America.

·       [15:04] Understanding the concept of targeting black people with voter restriction. 

·       [22:16] He explains the three people that represent our past, present, and future as African Americans. 

·       [30:26] Why African Americans need more representation in curriculum and things that don’t necessarily involve entertainment.

·       [34:08] The importance of understanding that racism still exists, just hidden. 

·       [35:44] How to bring change by teaching financial education and historically zoning some communities. 

Relevant Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briculp/ 

#043: What does spatiality mean for you as a black person? It is important to educate yourself with African American history to understand spatial injustice and how it is still used to oppress us today. 

In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Dr. Brian Culp, the assistant chair of the Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education, and professor of health and physical education at Kennesaw State University. His current research interests are biopolitics, leadership, archetypes, community physical activity, kinesiology, and spatial injustice. Dr. Culp has written and published many peer-reviewed journals and book chapters and received several significant awards and distinctions. He talks about the meaning of spatiality and the African American history that has been suppressed from us. 

Listen in to learn about some pieces that are involved in the issues of space, movement, and power in America. You will also learn the importance of African Americans advocating for more representation in things other than entertainment. 

“You got to know where you’ve been in order to know where you’re going to go.”- Brian [38:02]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [2:34] Brian describes his childhood and education background and his experience with social injustice growing up.

·       [8:14] The meaning of spatiality and its relation to black people in America.

·       [15:04] Understanding the concept of targeting black people with voter restriction. 

·       [22:16] He explains the three people that represent our past, present, and future as African Americans. 

·       [30:26] Why African Americans need more representation in curriculum and things that don’t necessarily involve entertainment.

·       [34:08] The importance of understanding that racism still exists, just hidden. 

·       [35:44] How to bring change by teaching financial education and historically zoning some communities. 

Relevant Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briculp/ 

#042: Are you living according to whom God ordained you to be as a man and a father? It is important to understand that you are a king and have been given the power by God to lead yourself and your children actively and with authority. 

In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Reginald Gant. He’s a 4X author and Founder of Serve4Men, LLC and the SERVE principles, which is a personal development vehicle used to educate men, fathers, and husbands. He equips and encourages them to step into their leadership roles as protectors and providers by challenging them with the question “why not me” instead of allowing them to settle for less so that they can live life with a clear conscience and without regret. His purpose is to assist men in finding their way because there is no manual or guide for manhood and fatherhood. He talks about his passion for leading men to be whom God called them to be in society. 

Listen in to learn the power of adopting the serve mentality and allowing God to work on you and through you to other people. You will also learn the importance of protecting your family spiritually and leading actively as a man.

“Expectations that are not mutually agreed upon, are invalid.”- Reggie [26:51]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [2:00] He explains how God called him to lead men to do things like God ordained them to do. 

·       [4:42] How the relationship between children and their parents shapes their upbringing.

·       [7:33] Learning from the experience of wise men and fathers and then sharing it with others.

·       [10:45] He talks about the original meaning of the SERVE principles and how they guide his life.

·       [14:07] The power of serving others in making them and yourself better.

·       [15:26] Reggie narrates the story of a man who he helped transform from a stuck to a progressive mindset. 

·       [19:53] How forgiveness for yourself and the other person frees you up.

·       [26:07] Understanding why expectations need to be agreed upon by two people to be valid. 

·       [28:51] How Reggie works towards teaching men to lead actively and with authority.   

·       [35:46] Why black men should believe and adopt kingly thoughts and principles. 

·       [38:00] He explains the meaning behind the second and third SERVE name acronyms. 

Relevant Links:

·       Website: https://serve4men.com/ 

·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-gant-21032167/ 

Reggie Gant’s Books:

·       Serve Yourself to Greatness 

·       Your Greatness Unleashed 

·       Serve Your Children to Greatness

·       Serve Your Teen to Greatness

·       Speak Up

#042: Are you living according to whom God ordained you to be as a man and a father? It is important to understand that you are a king and have been given the power by God to lead yourself and your children actively and with authority. 

In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Reginald Gant. He’s a 4X author and Founder of Serve4Men, LLC and the SERVE principles, which is a personal development vehicle used to educate men, fathers, and husbands. He equips and encourages them to step into their leadership roles as protectors and providers by challenging them with the question “why not me” instead of allowing them to settle for less so that they can live life with a clear conscience and without regret. His purpose is to assist men in finding their way because there is no manual or guide for manhood and fatherhood. He talks about his passion for leading men to be whom God called them to be in society. 

Listen in to learn the power of adopting the serve mentality and allowing God to work on you and through you to other people. You will also learn the importance of protecting your family spiritually and leading actively as a man.

“Expectations that are not mutually agreed upon, are invalid.”- Reggie [26:51]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [2:00] He explains how God called him to lead men to do things like God ordained them to do. 

·       [4:42] How the relationship between children and their parents shapes their upbringing.

·       [7:33] Learning from the experience of wise men and fathers and then sharing it with others.

·       [10:45] He talks about the original meaning of the SERVE principles and how they guide his life.

·       [14:07] The power of serving others in making them and yourself better.

·       [15:26] Reggie narrates the story of a man who he helped transform from a stuck to a progressive mindset. 

·       [19:53] How forgiveness for yourself and the other person frees you up.

·       [26:07] Understanding why expectations need to be agreed upon by two people to be valid. 

·       [28:51] How Reggie works towards teaching men to lead actively and with authority.   

·       [35:46] Why black men should believe and adopt kingly thoughts and principles. 

·       [38:00] He explains the meaning behind the second and third SERVE name acronyms. 

Relevant Links:

·       Website: https://serve4men.com/ 

·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-gant-21032167/ 

Reggie Gant’s Books:

·       Serve Yourself to Greatness 

·       Your Greatness Unleashed 

·       Serve Your Children to Greatness

·       Serve Your Teen to Greatness

·       Speak Up

#41: In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Quinn Conyers.
 
Quinn Conyers TRAINS black women in business how to turn VIRTUAL Conversations into Cash so they can PROFIT from public speaking on and offline!

Quinn is a graduate of West Chester University and Howard University

Quin has authored two books: Speak Black Women: How Women in Business Can Turn Conversations into Cash; Speak Up: The Ultimate Guide to Dominate in the Speaking Industry

 
“Your mouth should be your #1 marketing strategy.” Quinn–[10:54]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·      [03:07]   Quinn details how Black women are having a greater impact in society today.

·      [05:50]   Quinn describes how she began her journey in the speaking industry.

·      [09:50]   She explains what motivated her to start training Black women in business how to turn conversations into cash.

·      [14:12] Quinn discusses what is a virtual business card and why every Black woman shouldn’t leave home without it.                                                                                  

·      [17:25] Quinn debuncts the myth that you can only make money speaking on stage.    

·      [18:40] She describes what she would change about the speaking industry.

·      [24:25] Quinn explains the women in the Black Community that inspire her the most.

Relevant Links: 
 https://www.quinnconyers.com/
 https://www.SpeakBlackWomen.com

#41: In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Quinn Conyers.
 
Quinn Conyers TRAINS black women in business how to turn VIRTUAL Conversations into Cash so they can PROFIT from public speaking on and offline!

Quinn is a graduate of West Chester University and Howard University

Quin has authored two books: Speak Black Women: How Women in Business Can Turn Conversations into Cash; Speak Up: The Ultimate Guide to Dominate in the Speaking Industry

 
“Your mouth should be your #1 marketing strategy.” Quinn–[10:54]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·      [03:07]   Quinn details how Black women are having a greater impact in society today.

·      [05:50]   Quinn describes how she began her journey in the speaking industry.

·      [09:50]   She explains what motivated her to start training Black women in business how to turn conversations into cash.

·      [14:12] Quinn discusses what is a virtual business card and why every Black woman shouldn’t leave home without it.                                                                                  

·      [17:25] Quinn debuncts the myth that you can only make money speaking on stage.    

·      [18:40] She describes what she would change about the speaking industry.

·      [24:25] Quinn explains the women in the Black Community that inspire her the most.

Relevant Links: 
 https://www.quinnconyers.com/
 https://www.SpeakBlackWomen.com

#40: In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Pam Perry the PR Guru.

Pam is an award-winning communications professional. She teaches and mentors authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs on how to build a platform and attract major media and publishing contracts. She is also the publisher of SPEAKERS MAGAZINE and co-founder of Digital Business Acceleration.

PAM has been called by Publishers Weekly a “PR Guru” and featured in many major publications. She also has over 20+ years of career expertise in marketing, public relations, and journalism in Detroit.

 Pam is known as the master of connecting the right people, for the right project, at the right time – Pam Perry PR works hard to help her clients brand (and get paid) like a superstar.

“Media is everywhere, but you have to know the strategy and your target audience and what you want to do.” - Pam [18:30]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [8:51] Pam describes her inspiration for starting her company Ministry Marketing Solutions.
·       [11:22] She explains how her passion for marketing ministries in the early 2000s was not embraced by pastors and churches. 
·       [14:04] Pam discusses the moment it turned, and churches saw the results of her marketing campaigns.
·       [16:50] Pam explains how she works with her clients and helps them with their branding. 
·       [18:40] Pam describes how most people think the work is easier than it looks.
·       [22:30] She started Speakers Magazine out of frustration of the lack of media exposure for African Americans.
·       [25:00] Pam describes the motivation for her podcast: Get Out There and Get Known with Pam Perry.
·       [27:35] Pam would change the community’s understanding of digital marketing: Own everything.  

Relevant Links: 
https://www.pamperrypr.com/
https://www.Speakersmagazine.net

#40: In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Pam Perry the PR Guru.

Pam is an award-winning communications professional. She teaches and mentors authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs on how to build a platform and attract major media and publishing contracts. She is also the publisher of SPEAKERS MAGAZINE and co-founder of Digital Business Acceleration.

PAM has been called by Publishers Weekly a “PR Guru” and featured in many major publications. She also has over 20+ years of career expertise in marketing, public relations, and journalism in Detroit.

 Pam is known as the master of connecting the right people, for the right project, at the right time – Pam Perry PR works hard to help her clients brand (and get paid) like a superstar.

“Media is everywhere, but you have to know the strategy and your target audience and what you want to do.” - Pam [18:30]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [8:51] Pam describes her inspiration for starting her company Ministry Marketing Solutions.
·       [11:22] She explains how her passion for marketing ministries in the early 2000s was not embraced by pastors and churches. 
·       [14:04] Pam discusses the moment it turned, and churches saw the results of her marketing campaigns.
·       [16:50] Pam explains how she works with her clients and helps them with their branding. 
·       [18:40] Pam describes how most people think the work is easier than it looks.
·       [22:30] She started Speakers Magazine out of frustration of the lack of media exposure for African Americans.
·       [25:00] Pam describes the motivation for her podcast: Get Out There and Get Known with Pam Perry.
·       [27:35] Pam would change the community’s understanding of digital marketing: Own everything.  

Relevant Links: 
https://www.pamperrypr.com/
https://www.Speakersmagazine.net

#039: What stories about our history and culture do you know? Are you telling them to your children? The African American history and culture is so rich and represents our resilience and the strides we’ve made to be where we are today.  

In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Juanita B. Johnson, the Sankofa griot of our time. Her attraction to the concept of positive audacity began in childhood as she listened to fascinating dinner-table stories which featured the achievements of African-American luminaries, change agents, and historical personalities. She currently facilitates the Sankofa Chronicles, a web-based edutainment platform that instills pride and self-confidence in children through its focus on character-building African American history and culture. She talks about her love for storytelling, especially that of our people which she developed in childhood. 

Listen in to hear stories of some of the heroic black people from the early 20th century that you don’t hear in mainstream media. You will also learn the importance of passing through our history to young people to keep it alive.  

“Let us take the wisdom from the past and tell the stories of the past so that our children can have something to hold on to when we’re not there anymore.”- Juanita [35:20]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [3:10] Juanita describes the ideal childhood her parents gave her and the lessons she’s learned over the years.

·       [6:22] She explains her educational and traditional American experiences as a black child in the 1960s. 

·       [10:15] The heroic story of Dorie Miller and how it changed Juanita’s perspective about blacks in the military.

·       [13:10] The meaning of Sankofa griot- taking the values, wisdom, and lessons of the past and sharing them to move society forward. 

·       [15:34] The common myths of African Americans about our history plus the many negative stereotypes.

·       [22:53] Why she wrote her book The Audacity Code to shares stories of people who achieved personal fulfillment when black people only existed.

·       [27:10] She narrates the story of Lina Richard who rose from a housekeeper to a cooking show in the 50s when it was unheard of a black person.

·       [34:21] Juanita advises our community to teach our children stories of the past as a reference to when we’re no longer here.  

Relevant Links:

Website: https://juanitabjohnson.com/ 

Book: The Audacity Code: Coloring in Black Outside the Lines by Juanita B. Johnson

#039: What stories about our history and culture do you know? Are you telling them to your children? The African American history and culture is so rich and represents our resilience and the strides we’ve made to be where we are today.  

In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Juanita B. Johnson, the Sankofa griot of our time. Her attraction to the concept of positive audacity began in childhood as she listened to fascinating dinner-table stories which featured the achievements of African-American luminaries, change agents, and historical personalities. She currently facilitates the Sankofa Chronicles, a web-based edutainment platform that instills pride and self-confidence in children through its focus on character-building African American history and culture. She talks about her love for storytelling, especially that of our people which she developed in childhood. 

Listen in to hear stories of some of the heroic black people from the early 20th century that you don’t hear in mainstream media. You will also learn the importance of passing through our history to young people to keep it alive.  

“Let us take the wisdom from the past and tell the stories of the past so that our children can have something to hold on to when we’re not there anymore.”- Juanita [35:20]

What you will learn in this episode: 

·       [3:10] Juanita describes the ideal childhood her parents gave her and the lessons she’s learned over the years.

·       [6:22] She explains her educational and traditional American experiences as a black child in the 1960s. 

·       [10:15] The heroic story of Dorie Miller and how it changed Juanita’s perspective about blacks in the military.

·       [13:10] The meaning of Sankofa griot- taking the values, wisdom, and lessons of the past and sharing them to move society forward. 

·       [15:34] The common myths of African Americans about our history plus the many negative stereotypes.

·       [22:53] Why she wrote her book The Audacity Code to shares stories of people who achieved personal fulfillment when black people only existed.

·       [27:10] She narrates the story of Lina Richard who rose from a housekeeper to a cooking show in the 50s when it was unheard of a black person.

·       [34:21] Juanita advises our community to teach our children stories of the past as a reference to when we’re no longer here.  

Relevant Links:

Website: https://juanitabjohnson.com/ 

Book: The Audacity Code: Coloring in Black Outside the Lines by Juanita B. Johnson