DAD IS NOT A NOUN

Yesterday on Dad Is Not A Noun #DINAN IG Live interview with 1/2 of The NICU Warrior Couple devoted husband and amazing father Rasean Dickey, their son Fontaine Dickey weighed just 1lbs 3oz when he was born at five months and he survived a series of operations after his parents were told to fear the worst..

Tiny Fontaine Dickey weighed in at just 1lbs 3oz when mum Jenny Sanchez gave birth at 23 weeks.

Medics warned Jenny and dad RaSean Dickey that their son had no chance of survival and that if he was born he would likely be blind, deaf and with extreme disabilities, but they never gave up and three years later their son is a happy, intelligent, healthy, and full of energy little guy...

On Espoide 27 entitled A Different World Nostalgia, I had the privilege to chat it up on IG Live with Illustrator Storyteller Marcus Williams on his Swaptober-Art Concept of A Different World and the impact that show had on HBCU's pride in the 90s.. We also talked about his illustration works for @not_our_girls https://www.notourgirls.com/oursolution/

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This Episode of Dad Is Not A Noun #DINAN is entitled "Everyday Day People's"

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I had the privilege to team up with my brother of 20yrs. Ray Fox, he is co-founder of BIPOC PRO & The B.D.C.  Black Dot Collective is a website dedicated to affirmation and education through amazing articles on our history, present, and past.

We had the opportunity to kick it with devoted husband, father, entrepreneur, 2x Grammy Award Winner, underrated producer, lyricical genius, and podcaster,  Speech from the legendary Arrested Development about the new project  Don't Fight Your Demon available now on all the platforms where you get your music.

I had the opportunity to dig into the #TCOHHL_Radio archives and discovered a episode myself, D.D. Turner, & Stats did 3yrs ago where we payed homage to Prodigy and interviewed Boyd Melson. After listening to this episode I thought Retrospect would be a great title to this episode because so enjoy.. chapter of TCOHHL (The Chronicles of a Hip Hop Legend) Radio, D.D. Turner and C. Stats reflect on the untimely passing, life, influence and legacy of Hip Hop legend, Prodigy of Mobb Deep. The duo also kick it with Boyd "Rainmaker" Melson to discuss his life journey; being a West Point graduate, his time as a Boxer, and social responsibility represent just a few of the topics discussed during the conversation

In a world that already hates and fears them -- what if only Black people had superpowers. After miraculously surviving being gunned down by police, a young man learns that he is part of the biggest lie in history. Now he must decide whether it's safer to keep it a secret or if the truth will set him free. Collects issues 1-6. 3yrs ago Myself, D.D. Turner, & Stats formerly known as The Chronicles Of A Hip Hop Legend Radio Show had amazing conversation with creator Kwanza on his creation Black and the importance of storytelling when comes to the black experience.

Artwork by Demar Douglas www.demardouglas.com Yesterday, IG Live Dad Is Not A Noun

interview with Donnita Hathaway

@donnitacamille @donnyhathawaylp , she's the youngest daughter of  the legendary and Iconic Donny Hathaway We discussed father's legacy through The Donny Hathaway Legacy Project and mental health..

Today the world will celebrate the 75th birthday for the world greatest singer of all time with performances by Frank McComb along with a panel of some our favorite artist via @twitch  7:30pm EST http://twitch.tv/behindtherhyme

Are you an avid Shark Tank watcher? Do you recall season 6 – episode 11? An extremely poised Lydia Evans and her SWAG Essentials Company positioned a product before the Sharks and viewing audience that addressed the skin care and grooming concerns of countless men; that would be the dreaded affliction of Pseudofolliculitis (Razor Bumps). Since that episode on Shark Tank, Lydia and her Swag Essentials brand have grown tremendously by offering a range of products that address the grooming healthfulness and sensibilities of an array of people, all while experiencing a revenue growth of more than 250% & 4 years later her business is still growing. DINAN Rewind Episode entitled "Lydia Evans & her Swag Essentials" , I want share Episode of TCOHHL (The Chronicles of a Hip Hop Legend) Radio, Myself,  D.D. Turner and C. Stats kicked it with Lydia Evans to discuss her life and journey towards entrepreneurship, her Shark Tank experience, and the future of SWAG Essentials.

Inspire is from the Latin 'insiprare,' meaning 'to breathe into.' When you are 'inspired,' you are etymologically having an idea 'breathed into you.' The conversation with

@brian_keith_harris breathed wisdom and enlightenment that our ancestors gave us to teach our children about our history with @brian_keith_harris new book " I AM MY HISTORY," celebrating the power, strength, and richness of our history and culture by shining the light on our ancestors whose creativity and resilience lives in each of us. "I AM MY HISTORY"

Available now https://www.briankeithharris.com/24969-2/

Brian Keith Harris II is an award-winning educator, lecturer, and motivational speaker,  recognized for his work in transforming the landscape for black and brown children through teaching history, poetry, and dance. He is the Founder of Cultivating Young Kings, an organization that provides best practices and training for teachers, school districts, and community leaders who educate and work with black and brown boys in and out of the classroom. He is also the Founder and Artistic Director of Sons of Freedom Dance Institute, an organization that nurtures character, increases social awareness, and builds a spiritual foundation for black and brown boys through classical and contemporary forms of dance and movement. 

In 2019, Brian was named one of Black Enterprise Magazine’s BeModern Men of Distinction for his creativity in teaching children black history and culture through modern and lyrical dance. Brian has received numerous awards and recognition for his passion in education and empowering urban and culturally diverse communities. 

He has traveled throughout the country lecturing at professional education conferences and facilitating workshops discussing innovative teaching practices in the classroom. He has worked with many educational organizations including the Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color, Black Male Educators for Social Justice, The LEEP to College Foundation, Atlas Theater, and The L.I.G.H.T. Teen Summit to name a few.

As an emerging Subject Matter Expert, Brian’s workshop and research interests include: equity in urban schools, the Arts and culturally responsive pedagogy, teacher education, student wellness, and mindfulness practices in the classroom. Brian’s experiences as an elementary school educator and school administrator gives him a first-hand perspective on the role of educators and school systems in improving the quality of education for students of color. Brian currently serves as  the Director of Outplacement and Graduate Support at Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys, a tuition-free Episcopal school educating boys in underserved communities in Washington, DC.

Brian is a 2003 graduate of Hampton University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Print Journalism. He is a May 2006 graduate of The Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology with a Master in Divinity degree with a concentration in Christian Education. Brian is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Ministry degree with a concentration in Public Engagement at Wesley Theological Seminary. 

Brian is the author of Freedom’s Design: 30 Days of Empowering Black Kings and a proud member of Phi Delta Kappa and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Also, #affirmationmattersgiveaway is going strong .... I want to congratulate @stitchearly on winning a signed copy of @wordsworthbklyn book "What Words Are Worth New Beginning Vol.1" coming to you soon and I have 4 copies left to giveaway...

Jane Elliot, know worldwide for her "Blue Eyes Brown Eyes," exercise, is an internationally known educator, anti-racism activist and feminist. I had the opportunity to talk to her about the current state on race relations in the midst of an nationwide protest due to the legacy of police brutality towards black people and the ugly realities of racism that black people face everyday.

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I am Ishmael from Dad Is Not A Noun a social media platform dedicated to changing the narrative for men of color in fatherhood. And this is my podcast..I am not a father but I can recognize greatness from men of color who are fathers and I want to share their stories to the world. Also, I want touch on topics and issues that no one talks about that we endure in our everyday lives. Now Available

"Dope Black Dads" Episode...

Dope Black Dads is a digital safe space for fathers who wish to discuss their experiences of being black, a parent and masculinity in the modern world.

Their aim is to celebrate, heal, inspire and educate black fathers for better outcomes for black families. I had the privilege to talk to Umar "The Kank" Kankiya, Umar Kankiya is a father of two, husband , one of the founding fathers of Dope Black Dads and a mental health lawyer with 10 years experiences. He runs his own consultancy Kank Speaks Legal Ltd in which he offers advice and assistance on mental health, communications and politics matters.

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