Black Land Podcast

Dr. Tyler speaks to entrepreneurs Krystle Allen and Naquela Wright-Prevo, who are both blind, and Lisa Durden who is producing a documentary feature about these two amazing women. Krystle and Naquela share their stories about how medical malpractice led to their unique blindness issues, and how both have thrived in their family lives and careers. Lisa Durden tells us how her fascination with these two women led to a documentary called 'Blind Divas', currently in production.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks to victims of the recent Eaton Canyon wildfires in Altadena, California - one of a series of massive wildfires that struck Southern Califonia in January 2025. Recalling the loss of loved ones, homes and livelihood - hear firsthand accounts of stories of survival and grief as they re-live this horrific event. Part 2 of 2

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks to victims of the recent Eaton Canyon wildfires in Altadena, California - one of a series of massive wildfires that struck Southern Califonia in January 2025. Recalling the loss of loved ones, homes and livelihood - hear firsthand accounts of stories of survival and grief as they re-live this horrific event.  Part 1 of 2

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler interviews Davis Moturi, a Minnesota man allegedly shot by his neighbor over a tree in the yard. Davis tells us about how his neighbor terrorized his commnunity for months prior to the shooting, and how local police refused to get involved. After the shooting incident, it took 5 days for the police to finally arrest the alleged shooter, after repeatedly refusing to investigate the incident.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler discusses the affordable living crisis in America and how some people have opted to live in extended stay hotels to help mitigate their circumstances. Ramel Lee, founder and managing partner of RD Lee Capital Partners LLC has found a way for investors big and small to fund these hotels using a Black-owned crowdfunding platform, while making sure there are extended stay properties that remain affordable during America's housing crisis.

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Empowering Kelaia: A Path To Healing (gofundme)

Dr. Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Ty Turner, mother of 14 year old Kelaia Turner. When Kelaia was 12 years old she was a victim of verbal and physical bullying by her South Carolina classmates for over a year. Eventually, Kelaia attempted suicide by hanging herself in 2023. Kelaia now suffers from permanent brain damage and requires round-the-clock care. Ty Turner tells us about her fight to provide care and justice for her daughter and she shares insight into Kelaia's spirit. 

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Empowering Kelaia: A Path To Healing (gofundme)

Dr. Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Ty Turner, mother of 14 year old Kelaia Turner. When Kelaia was 12 years old she was a victim of verbal and physical bullying by her South Carolina classmates for over a year. Eventually, Kelaia attempted suicide by hanging herself in 2023. Kelaia now suffers from permanent brain damage and requires round-the-clock care. Ty Turner tells us about her fight to provide care and justice for her daughter and she shares insight into Kelaia's spirit. 

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Empowering Kelaia: A Path To Healing (gofundme)

Dr. Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Ty Turner, mother of 14 year old Kelaia Turner. When Kelaia was 12 years old she was a victim of verbal and physical bullying by her South Carolina classmates for over a year. Eventually, Kelaia attempted suicide by hanging herself in 2023. Kelaia now suffers from permanent brain damage and requires round-the-clock care. Ty Turner tells us about her fight to provide care and justice for her daughter and she shares insight into Kelaia's spirit. 

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler speaks with Alena Analeigh McQuarter, who, at age 13 became the youngest Black person to be accepted into medical school in the U.S. Now at age 15, she is pursuing her PhD in Integrated Biological Sciences at Loma Linda University Medical School in California. She is also the creator of "The Brown STEM Girl" foundation to engage girls of color in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler speaks with Alena Analeigh McQuarter, who, at age 13 became the youngest Black person to be accepted into medical school in the U.S. Now at age 15, she is pursuing her PhD in Integrated Biological Sciences at Loma Linda University Medical School in California. She is also the creator of "The Brown STEM Girl" foundation to engage girls of color in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

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