There are over 470,000 words in the Merriam Webster Dictionary, but how you use them is what’s important. In today’s episode, we are talking about the power of words.

RESOURCES:

My Top 10 Most POWERFUL WORDS and Why – The Good Men Project

The Power of Spoken Words – Huffington Post

189 Powerful Words That Convert: Write Copy That Gets Your Customer’s Attention Every Time - Buffer

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During this pandemic, folks have been able to try new things and experience a new side of life. In this episode, we’re talking about the things that are overrated, underrated, and why.

RESOURCES:

8 Overrated Things You’ve Given Too Much Importance To In Life - LifeHack

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Is it possible that our society's racism has backfired on the very same people set up to benefit from privilege? In this episode, we talk about the cost of racism and potential missed opportunities within our society.

RESOURCES:

Heather C. McGhee – Racism Has A Cost For Everyone - TED

The Costs of Racism to White People - Paul Kivel

Black Buying Power By The Numbers: History In The Making - NewsOne

The economic impact of closing the racial wealth gap - McKinsey & Company

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According to a CNBC report, "Nearly 70% of the more than 11,000 people polled in May and June said how a CEO reacts to an issue, such as the Black Lives Matter movement, would permanently affect their decision to buy from the company." In this episode, we discuss the corporations engaging in the racial justice space and how to hold them accountable.

RESOURCES:

Hashtags won’t cut it. Corporate America faces a higher bar in a reckoning on racial inequality - CNBC

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Ally, Amplifier or Accomplice? In this episode, we break them all down and discuss becoming each one. 

RESOURCES: 

Ally or Accomplice? The Language of Activism – Teaching Tolerance 

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Today, we will be talking about economic Development and the revitalization of neglected communities with our guest, Terrence Maiden, CEO and Managing Partner for Russell Glen, a real estate development and investment company. He is one of the top 500 influential business leaders in Dallas, a Texas Christian University alum, and former football star playing alongside his twin brother, Tim.

NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

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Connect with Terrence on Twitter // Linkedin

Follow Russell Glen on Linkedin // Facebook

RESOURCES:

TwoWins.org 

RussellGlen.com

100resilientcities.org

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Today, we are talking about how social and historical factors can affect a community's ability to thrive with Jerry Hawkins, Executive Director of Dallas Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (DTRHT).

Connect with DTRHT on Twitter: @DallasTRHT

Connect with The Imagining Freedom Institute on Twitter: @TheIFInstitute

Connect with Jerry on Twitter: @JerryLeads

RESOURCES:

Redlining was banned 50 years ago. It’s still hurting minorities today - The Washington Post

HOLC “Redlining” Maps: The Persistent Structure Of Segregation And Economic Inequality - National Community Reinvestment Coalition

Growing and Catalyzing the Urban Resilience Movement - 100 Resilient Cities

Dog Whistle - Merriam-Webster Dictionary

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Today, we are joined by Dr. Froswa' Booker-Drew, VP of Community Affairs & Strategic Alliances at the State Fair of Texas and we are discussing the art of community engagement! We dig into how organizations (and individuals!) can be intentional about community development work.

http://www.froswasrules.com/

Connect with Froswa on: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook

BOOKS:

Rules of Engagement: Making Connections Last - Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

Ready for a Revolution: 30 Days to Jolt Your Life - Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

It’s Time To Fly Away - Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

RESOURCES:

Community Engagement - Wikipedia

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Kids are expensive, but how much does it really cost to raise a family?

NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

RESOURCES:

The Cheapest and Most Expensive States and Metros to Have a Baby – Magnify Money

The Income a Family Really Needs to Avoid Poverty in Every State – MSN Money

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Because of the devastating unemployment numbers due to the coronavirus pandemic, many people are needing to reinvent themselves. In the episode, we are discussing different ways to prepare for a new workforce.

RESOURCES:

The Coronavirus Outbreak: What You Need to Know – Next Avenue

15 Steps I Took to Successfully Reinvent Myself After Losing Everything - Entrepreneur 

Reinvent Yourself - Psychology Today

Reinventing Yourself After A Job Loss - Forbes

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