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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Jasmine Phinex, a Queens Native, who is enthusiastic about impacting the lives of those around her and making a difference within her community. She is a community leader, a social justice educator, wife of a veteran, and mother to her four-year-old daughter, her Co-CEO. Jasmine manages her own business called Serenity Nail Polish that was sparked by her daughter Serenity. She enjoys shopping, taking long walks on the beach, listening to good music, enjoying great food & dancing. 

In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about having your own business while wearing multiple hats.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serenitysnailpolish/

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Ashakee Ledgister, who is a Jamaican Actress, Director and Producer. She was born in Hanover, Jamaica and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She graduated from Hunter College with a Bachelor of Arts for Television and Film. After her very first acting class at Hunter college she quickly fell into the acting realm. Ashakee is currently studying the craft with Anthony “A Money” Abeson, one of the best acting coaches in the Tri-state area. She recently booked the lead role in a short film and is currently preparing to start filming a new web-series. When she is not on set, or behind the cameras, Ashakee enjoys relaxing at home watching Netflix. Her favorite tv show of all time is One Tree Hill and her top 3 movies of all time are Training day, Casablanca, and Boyz in the hood. Ashakee also has a passion for philanthropy and plans on using her platform to help the youth back home in Jamaica find their purpose and identify their gifts.

In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about betting on yourself and chasing your dreams!

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/callmeashakee?utm_medium=copy_link

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Harleny Vasquez who is a Licensed Social Worker and a Latinx Woman of color. She is the founder of her consulting business yourEVOLVEDmind, where she is a career coach helping social workers with personal branding, LinkedIn marketing and teaches them all of the tools they need to secure their next opportunity using LinkedIn as a platform. Harleny is an experienced social worker with over 8 years working in the field of social services with children and families residing in underserved communities. Harleny is on a mission to uplift and evaluate the social work profession.

In this episode we’re going to have a conversation about the power of networking, investing in yourself, and building the social work profession!

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourevolvedmind/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harlenyvasquez

Website: https://yourevolvedmind.mykajabi.com/

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Shinyere Davis, a metaphysical sexologist and adjunct professor, specializing in the spirituality within sexuality and solution-based practices that promote collective healing within communities of color. She is a Newburgh, NY native, a Poughkeepsie local, and the founder and CEO of Soul Sexology. Soul Sexology is a platform that curates wellness workshops and cultural events centered on Love, sex, and intimacy within communities of color. When she is not being a sexologist, Shinyere is a doctoral candidate and enjoys reading, writing, dancing, and WINE!

In this episode we’re going to have a conversation about dating, intimacy, sex, and how to form healthy relationships.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinyeredavis/?hl=en

Soul Sexology: https://www.instagram.com/soulsexology/?hl=en

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Keith Rogers, the co-founder of Let’s Heal, and its mission is to create a safe space, allowing the opportunity to begin normalizing conversations about mental health. Keith grew up in Atlanta, Georgia before, moving to Brooklyn, NY to, continue his education. He received his Bachelor’s degree in criminology in 2015 and obtained his Masters Degree in Social Work in May 2021. He plans to further his education by enrolling in a Ph.D. program for Social welfare. Keith has devoted himself to youth development work for over ten years, spending time working with multiple nonprofit organizations. Keith is a social worker for a Nonprofit Social Work agency located in East New York. Keith holds a passion for increasing awareness and access to mental health support within communities of color.  Keith nonprofit mission is to create a safe space and opportunity to start normalizing conversations about healing and mental.

In this episode we’re going to have a conversation about mental health and the importance of having open dialogue with the youth in today’s era.

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Instagram:  https://instagram.com/__k.e.i.t.h__?utm_medium=copy_link

Let's Heal: https://instagram.com/letshealmh?utm_medium=copy_link

Eswed: https://instagram.com/eswed_ny?utm_medium=copy_link

Website: https://www.eswedny.com/

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Devon Fecker, an accountant, entrepreneur, and full-time investor. Also, Devon has six years of experience trading in the market. His experience ranges from stocks, forex, crypto, options, and HFX. Devon uses several risk management strategies to help him beat the market and get a greater return on his investments. He believes an important key to life is to try a little bit of everything because you never know what you might be good at or what might click for you. On a regular day, you might catch him playing basketball or cooking for his pleasure.

In this conversation we discussed how to invest your money and explains ways how to increase your earning.

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1 on 1 sessions: https://linktr.ee/Devonf

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Rachelle Antoine, a transformative social worker, educator, advocate, and mentor. She believes that change happens when people are given the guidance, adequate tools, and support that they need to draw on their strengths and realize their full potentials to live. Rachelle has worked tirelessly in her community to empower and increase youths’ knowledge, self-esteem and confidence. She uses arts and music to help youth recognize their strengths and tap into their passions. She believes that would help them see themselves more clearly and empower them to build on their strength. Rachelle is a writer and is currently working on a book titled “A Domino Effect Arrest.” She runs a music program called Rachelle’s Music Academy, where she teaches music theory and band instruments. Additionally, in the future, Rachelle hopes to return opens different youth organizations across the world. Rachelle hopes to return to her homeland of Haiti to advocate on behalf of the residents and focus on the many issues that are affecting young children in her native country.

She currently works as a Senior Community Outreach Specialist for South East Queens, NY. Rachelle also worked for the New York State Assembly as a budget director and community liaison.

To Connect with Rachelle, check him out here:

Instagram: rachou_blog

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelle.antoine

Website: https://www.rachelleantoine.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelle-antoine-1a559586/

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Jalls Civil, a Digital Entrepreneur, on the importance and immense impact that digital currency is going to have on the world in the next coming years. Jalls has a strong passion for helping others obtain and chase after their dreams despite time, money, race, gender, and inequalities that restrict the everyday person from truly acquiring what they desire from life rather than what they may be settling for. Jalls also has spent the last eight months sharing the blueprint for financial freedom with hundreds of individuals from the United States to Ghana and Jamaica. He is devoted to helping individuals achieve their dreams by turning their cellphone into a million-dollar asset instead of another bill.

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kev brings his cousin Empress Livewire and her husband Devon, to continue the Real Talk Series! Listen in as they talk about navigating life, adding less value to money, and surrounding yourself with like minded people.

Livewire’s true passion is in community building and uplifting our people through using her voice as a speaker. 

Livewire encourages others to discover their divine purpose and share it with the world. Livewire knows that imagination and living a joyful life is a lost art to many, but she knows it’s essential to inform her audience about how important living joyfully is. She believes in living by example and being the change you want to see to follow the path that aligns with your divine purpose. She teaches through her empowerment business that by following our Godly purpose, we in turn uplift and advance the people. Livewire also teaches and advocates the principles of Ma’at, Ubuntu, and Ujamaa. Her favorite principle is Ubuntu, which means I am because we are. These African principles motivate her to continue to organize within the Black community until true financial freedom and political power are established.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empresslivewire/?igshid=1mmlnry210vi3

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On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kev talks with guest speaker Miya Bass on the importance of being true to yourself and taking care of your mental health. Miya Bass is a licensed master social worker hailing from Southside Jamaica, Queens, NY. With a strong background in education and performing arts, Miya has spent the last 12 years giving back to her community devotedly through programming and community outreach. She currently works at CUNY York College running the Fatherhood Initiative Program that supports students who balance a life of parenting and academia. She is also cultivating her private practice in psychotherapy, providing a safe space and empathic ear for individuals, couples, and families. Miya’s overall passion for healing, justice, and mental wellness continues to thrive every single day.  

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