Black Oxygen

Hello Black Oxygen subscribers! On March 7, The OuttaDeeBox Podcast will officially become part of the 365 Media Network, with new episodes every other Thursday. Watch Madison365.org/Podcasts for new episodes or search for OuttaDeeBox on your favorite podcast app. In the meantime, here's a classic episode from the OuttaDeeBox archives!

When streets talk, they tell tales of struggle and success, of alleyways that lead to avenues of opportunity. Tune into a powerful narrative as I, Dee Star, am joined by Kingston Robertson, the visionary behind the Holy Godz clothing line. Kingston's journey from Englewood, Chicago's hardened pathways to the forefront of the fashion world, is remarkable. Bearing the lessons from his grandmother and uncle, he turned a history with gang culture and a transformative stint in prison into a beacon of hope and inspiration. Hear his truths about navigating life's trials to emerge as a mentor and leader, using his story to steer the youth away from the shadows and into the light.

As threads weave together to create a tapestry, so do the elements of building a brand stitch into the narrative of success. Discover the intricacies of sculpting a clothing line from the ground up, where every choice of fabric and branding strategy weaves a more significant message. Kingston opens up about the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the commitment to quality that sets Holy God apart, and the personal evolution required to lead a family-run business with heart and foresight. This episode isn't simply a conversation; it's an invitation to witness the transformation of adversity into ambition and to extend our hands to support those who have faced imprisonment as we strive to uplift individuals and entire communities. Join us on this journey of redemption and resilience, where fashion and purpose dress the spirit of change.

Poet and Green Bay community leader Miriam Brabham came to Wisconsin for love … but stayed because of community. On this episode of Black Oxygen, Miriam, who lives in Green Bay, discusses being biracial, how moving and living in Wisconsin helped her better understand her biracial identity, and the roll of community on her life. In addition, we discussed The Bridge Poem by Kate Rushin - and want it means to be the bridge across communities.

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Resources:

Miriam Brabham, Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-brabham/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-brabham/)

Wisconsin Life, Traumatized curls - https://wisconsinlife.org/story/traumatized-curls-green-bays-miriam-brabham-for-home-is-here/ (https://wisconsinlife.org/story/traumatized-curls-green-bays-miriam-brabham-for-home-is-here/)

The Biracial Effect Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/0cyEi0RRZeOrKuQdSmBdPC

The Bridge Poem by Kate Rushin - https://www.historyisaweapon.com/defcon1/thebridgepoem.html

Ranell Washington and Geraud Blanks are two Milwaukee-based entrepreneurs who recently launched Culture By Design. Culture By Design is focused on designing experiences that gets people talking. On this episode of Black Oxygen Ranell and Geraud talk about the the difference between event planning and experience curation, lessons they learned by leading Black Lens in Milwaukee, the role of gender regarding vulnerability and intimacy, their upcoming line up of events this winter in Milwaukee, and much more…

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Culture By Design - https://www.culturallydesigned.com/services (https://www.culturallydesigned.com/services)

Kayla Conklin, President of Urban League of Greater Madison Young Professionals, Kayla Conklin wants to make Madison a model city for equity. Originally from Illinois, Kayla came to Wisconsin to attend and cheer for UW Madison. After graduating, Kayla stayed here and Madison has become her home. In this episode of Black Oxygen we discuss Kayla's undergrad experience at UW, her relationship with her father, her career journey and some of the challenges of being a young Black professional in Madison. She gives a special call to action for to learn more about the Urban League of Greater Madison's Young Professionals group. She's a leader on the rise - and we should all listen to hear thoughts on what would make Madison a better place for all.

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In the Fall of 2023, local Madison leader Ali Muldrow took a new job as the first Executive Director of the Wisconsin Abortion Fund. The Wisconsin Abortion Fund is one of the oldest abortion funds in the nation and works to eliminate the financial and resource burden of abortion as health care. In this epsidoe of Black Oxygen, Ali discusses her story around abortion and reproductive health care, the meaning of reproductice health care for Black women, how folks can connect with the Wisconsin abortion fund and much more.

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Wisconsin Abortion Fund - https://wiabortionfund.org/

Books referenced on this episdoe:

We Live for the We, Dani McClain - https://www.akpress.org/weliveforthewe.html

The Source of Self-Regard, Toni Morrison - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/566846/the-source-of-self-regard-by-toni-morrison/

Jasmine Banks was born and raised in Madison and her family has been in this community for five generations. In this episode, Jasmine talks about growing up on Madison's near east side, working with emerging adults at Operation Fresh Start, and her love of nature - including birding and hiking. Near the end of our conversation she reminds us that with so much going on in the world right now that we must find the good.

Give her a follow on Instagram @blackoutside608

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Henry Sanders, founder and CEO of Madison 365, has been observing and studying leadership since he was a child growing up in Madison, Wisconsin. On this episode of Black Oxygen Henry discusses why leadership is important to him and lessons from great leaders. He also previews the upcoming 365 Leadership Summit, being held this year on November 6 and 7 in Madison, Wi. To learn more and register please visit this link.

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Cassaundra Thorpe is the Assistant Director of Career and Leadership for Wisconsin Athletics and is the co-host of the Madison based podcast MTZ Overflow. On this episode we discuss what drew Cassaundra to the Madison area, the intentionality she had to have in creating her community when moving to Wisconsin, her faith, how she has learned to live in her purpose, and some of the challenges that are faced in transitioning from being a student or pro athlete.

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Born in Orange County, California and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Travis Beckum wants his life to be about making a positive impact. Travis is incredibly driven and passionate - and he has all the receipts to back it up. He is a Super Bowl Champion, a DJ, a UW-Madison Hall of Fame inductee, and serves of the board of directors for the W Club and the Madison Areas Sports Commission. On this episode of Black Oxygen we discuss Travis' journey to the NFL, playing in the Super Bowl with the NY Giants, his love of all things Badgers, the impact that he wants to have, and much more. Near the end of our conversation he says, "I wake up everyday and I want to be great."

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Kiba is a spray paint muralist based in Stevens Point. Carisa is a singer-songwriter based in Madison. They met this past Spring via Black Oxygen. On this episode, you'll learn how these two Wisconsin based artists met, how they inspire each other's creativity and how art making helps them process the unknown. This conversation also covers topics including Juneteenth and the increasing Black community in Stevens Point, mosquitos in Wisconsin, the desire to create a collective space for artists of color in Wisconsin, and much more.

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