Conversations with Toi

Oh how transformative gospel music can be. However when you are queer the church institution is one of the most isolating. Trying to water who you are out of fear of not being accepted is one thing but straying away from the faith seems to be the solution until Jess performed in the Color Purple Broadway show and it brought her back to it all.

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Tune in as we listen to Jessica Johnson as we talk about how the power of gospel music is so transformative. In addition catch Jess as she and the community in Norristown shines the light on the weekend of December 15-17th at Theatre Horizon. There are several performances to come out and hear the joy of the season in music.

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Tickets to the show are available here: https://theatrehorizon.org/holiday-concert-2023/

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I also talk about taking care of you during this holiday season, the rules of Christmas, and an adoration to not overspend and stay grounded this holiday season. Also for those who are grieving during this time or having a hard time you aren't alone and I talk about that too by also giving honor to my Great Grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Sims who I miss dearly. I dedicate this episode to you both.

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If you ever had an old school momma or aunt or whomever in your life tell you about how back then used to be and the changes that we see now, this is your episode. We respect and love what back then taught us. We love the richness of the history but right now we also have to add in skills set to live that helps us be better people.

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With Mental Health often times people are scared to try the things that could help them because someone in their life with no knowledge on if that new tactic will work is discouraging them from getting the help they need. This isn't fair. Not going to therapy because you have been conditioned to keep things "in house" could be the dynamic that holds you back from living in your purpose.

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Current events talked about

Beyonce Movie

The Color Purple-I seen it and I have a small review

Jason Lee calling Jennifer EGOT Hudson Illiterate

Diddy Take that A... To court has a 4th case.

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Have you ever thought about writing? Feeling like you don't know where to start this is your episode. In addition writing is therapeutic. It heals parts of you just from being vulnerable and willing to share your story. Today's guest is Sheila Bender.

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Sheila Bender is a poet, essayist, memoirist, and master teacher, who has helped hundreds of people write from personal experience.

She believes that when it comes to writing-in-progress, there is no bad writing only opportunities for good writing. She has served as a Distinguished Lecturer in poetry for Seattle University, taught writing at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, and for the Centrum Foundation’s Port Townsend, Washington writers conference among many venues. She founded WritingItReal.com, an online instructional magazine focused on writing from personal experience and speaks on writing to heal grief, overcoming writer's block, and writing craft skills for new and experienced writers and poets.

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Did you really show yourself as off as 2 left shoes talking about Beyonce being white? Are you watching the movie that is Beyonce, Renaissance. In addition we took the kids to see the Jayz exhibit which ends on December 4th.

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Ever since the news and shock for some/confirmation for others regarding Diddy/Love accusations regarding Cassie came out people are unable to live in Duality. Victim shaming is at an all time high. Instead of people focusing on men in power to not abuse women they (unfortunately mostly men) would rather focus on how long it took for the woman to get enough strength and grit to speak up on the abuse.

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Most folks only went off what is revealed on social media and not the 30 pages of alleged abuse done to her.

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How was your Thanksgiving? I gave a few rules and some tips on how to handle not only Thanksgiving but the coming together of family and friends. People speak up on the pain and hurt of others but instead of rallying behind them make excuses. It's a pattern of excusing the violator to protect the while condemning the violated.

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In this episode we will discuss if its better to lean into something you are passionate about or what you are good at with James Earl Jones II. We talk about his career and what led him going into his career.

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James Earl Jones II (Harry) National tour: 1st Nat’l Come from Away, 1st Nat’l Gershwin’s Porgy & Bess. Regional: Porchlight Music, Goodman, Marriott, Court, Chicago Shakespeare, Writers, Lookingglass, Lyric Opera Chicago, SF Opera, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Ravinia. TV/film credits: Maybe I do, Pokerhouse, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, Sherman’s Showcase, 4400 & South Side. Thanks to friends, family, Stewart Talent, Tara Rubin Casting and the Company Team. Mom, Dad, J…always.

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Other topics in this episode is about Keke Palmer backlash, Diddy terrorizing folks-(allegedly) who is shocked, Thanksgiving tips to decrease anxiety while cooking or preparing for the big day, and don't forget to get tickets to Company coming November 28-December 10th at the Kimmel Cultural Campus.

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Holiday and stress help

Holiday Guide

Thanksgiving Podcast includes therapy session

As we dive into this week's episode boundaries are going to be your best friend. Whether in everyday life, for the holidays boundaries are good for all relationships. Did you catch the conversations with Jeezy and Nia Long? IT was more weighted than than simply listening in for whether or not if cheating is the reason why Jeezy and Jeanie Mai had infidelity was the reason for their marriage demise.

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Listen to it for your own and come to your own conclusions. In addition, Also I am celebrating my Blogiversary this month-9 years.

Thanks for your continued support. Make sure you listen, share, and review

IF you grew up in my church night you either celebrated Hallelujah night in replace of Halloween. So no dressing up, no ability to go trick or treating either. I had been dressing up and trick or treating until I turned 10

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As an adult i get to set the standard for what I want to have happen. We choose trunk or treats for the most part. It's a way to safely experience Halloween. But always make sure that you check all candy.

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Jussie Smollett goes to rehab, live with Governor Shapiro, and so much more.Find me on the blog or on social media as Toitimeblog