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What happens when writing becomes your lifeline?

In this moving episode of Issues From The Heart, host Tamara Lipscomb welcomes author Rosetta S. Brown for an honest conversation about faith, resilience, caregiving, and the healing power of storytelling.

Rosetta shares the inspiration behind her books Queen Within and Her Journey to September, reflecting on her journey as an author, overcoming publishing setbacks, caring for her mother through dementia, and finding hope in the midst of grief.

Whether you’re a caregiver, an aspiring author, or someone searching for encouragement during life’s difficult seasons, this episode offers heartfelt wisdom and practical inspiration.

In this episode:

• The story behind Queen Within
• Turning pain into purpose through writing
• Lessons from publishing and perseverance
• Caring for a loved one with dementia
• Faith, forgiveness, and healing through grief

🎙️ Issues From The Heart is a podcast from The MIXX Network, where authentic conversations inspire, inform, and uplift.

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What happens when you discover your true calling later in life?

In this inspiring episode, host LaShonda Crawford welcomes Valencia Abbott, North Carolina’s 2025 History Teacher of the Year, for a heartfelt conversation about purpose, education, and preserving history for future generations.

Valencia shares how she transitioned into teaching as a second career, why history became her life’s passion, and what it meant to receive one of the highest honors for history educators. She also discusses the importance of representation in the classroom, mentoring young people, and helping students see themselves reflected in history.

The conversation also explores her groundbreaking research on the landmark Griggs v. Duke Power Supreme Court case, her commitment to preserving local Black history, and why every student deserves to understand the stories that have shaped our communities.

Whether you’re an educator, student, parent, history enthusiast, or someone searching for your purpose, this episode offers encouragement, wisdom, and a powerful reminder that the right calling can change lives at any stage.

In this episode:
• Discovering purpose after age 40
• Becoming the 2025 History Teacher of the Year
• The impact of Black educators
• Preserving local Black history
• The Griggs v. Duke Power case
• Teaching students to think critically
• Building a lasting legacy through education

Hosted by LaShonda Crawford on The MIXX Network.

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On this episode of Issues From The Heart, host Joel Martin sits down with Angel Harrison, founder and CEO of Pretty N Poppin LLC, to discuss her inspiring journey of launching a beauty brand while navigating her first year of college during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Angel shares how she transformed an idea into a growing business, creating lip glosses, nourishing body butters, a self-care eBook, and a confidence-focused blog designed to encourage women to embrace their worth from the inside out. She opens up about balancing entrepreneurship with college life, overcoming challenges, and building a brand rooted in confidence, wellness, and purpose.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a college student with big dreams, or someone looking for motivation to take the next step, this conversation is filled with practical insight and encouragement.

In this episode:

• 💄 Building Pretty N Poppin LLC from the ground up
• 🎓 Starting a business as a first-year college student
• 🌍 Turning challenges during COVID into opportunity
• ✨ The importance of self-care and confidence
• 📖 Creating a self-care eBook and inspirational blog
• 💡 Advice for young entrepreneurs ready to pursue their dreams

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What happens when faith leads you beyond the pulpit?

In this inspiring episode of Issues From The Heart, host Joel Martin sits down with Pastor Samuel Moore for a powerful conversation about purpose, perseverance, entrepreneurship, family legacy, and trusting God’s timing.

Pastor Moore shares his personal faith journey, the vision behind Scoop Me Up Ice Cream & Treats, and how a dream he first imagined in 1998 eventually became a completed feature film. Along the way, he discusses leadership, community impact, family business, resilience, and why it’s important to never give up on what God has placed in your heart.

Whether you’re building a business, pursuing a calling, raising a family, or waiting on a dream to come to pass, this episode offers encouragement and practical wisdom for the journey.

Key Topics:
 • Faith and purpose
 • Entrepreneurship and family business
 • Community development
 • Film and storytelling
 • Leadership and legacy
 • Perseverance through life’s challenges
 • Keeping hope alive

“If God gave you the dream, don’t give up on it.”

Hosted by Joel Martin
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What does it take to lead a thriving ministry while building a strong family and serving your community?

In this episode of Issues From The Heart, Elder LaShonda Crawford sits down with Dr. Joel E. Clark, pastor of The New Saint Paul Baptist Church in Eden, North Carolina, for an honest and inspiring conversation about faith, leadership, discipleship, marriage, and purpose.

Dr. Clark shares his journey from answering God’s call to ministry to serving 18 years as pastor, while balancing family life, community outreach, entrepreneurship, and biblical education. Together, they discuss the importance of studying God’s Word beyond tradition, raising children to develop their own relationship with God, reaching the next generation with authenticity, and learning to trust God’s timing through every season of life.

Whether you’re a ministry leader, parent, entrepreneur, or someone seeking to grow deeper in your faith, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and practical insights for everyday living.

Join us for a powerful conversation about faith, family, forgiveness, leadership, and living with purpose.

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Join host Brandon L. Smith as he welcomes Ginny Pegram Cruthis, Outreach Coordinator with BrightView Health in Reidsville, NC, for a powerful conversation that sheds light on addiction, mental health, and the path to recovery.

In this important episode, we’ll discuss:

✔️ The truth about addiction and the stigma surrounding it
 ✔️ How mental health and substance use disorders are connected
 ✔️ Signs that someone may need help
 ✔️ Supporting loved ones without judgment
 ✔️ Recovery success stories happening right here in our community
 ✔️ Resources available for individuals and families seeking hope and healing

This conversation could change a life. It could save a life.

If you or someone you love is struggling, know that help is available and recovery is possible.

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Our host, Brandon L. Smith shares with author Katrina S Harvin, in this powerful episode of Issues From the Heart. Harvin shares the story behind her book Interrupted Prayers, a journey of faith, survival, and release.

This is not a conversation rooted in shock or spectacle.

It is a sacred moment of honesty where silence is confronted, chains are broken, and healing begins.

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