It's About DAMN Time

Full Disclosure: This episode was recorded prior to my mental health break (This season's episode 1 discusses that) and before the new format.

Also Full Disclosure: Despite being recorded earlier...it didn't stop this episode from being pure entertainment if I do say so myself.

This episode I am joined by Coach Butta, Motivational Life & Wellness Coach.

Shea and I discuss all things wellness as she helps me get myself together after I got not so good news at my last physical. What, I'm not dying but there is room for improvement.

Coach Butta breaks down calorie counting, fitness, and the importance of having a good mental and emotional mindset before starting a lifestyle change.

Plus she tells me how she got into fitness...a very unique story that...well if it doesn't inspire you to do some push ups...nothing will.

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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This week I am joined by Alexandria Tyler...A mom, mental health advocate & blogger, & survivor

Not to mention Founder of Love and Lunacy: Surviving Mental Health

Alex and I sit down to talk about the stigmas associated with mental health, the pros and cons of being a mental health advocate that shares their testimony, as well as how we respond to 'elders' who have something to say about our journey.

You may not cry on this episode but it will be a good idea to have some tissue ready...you know just in case.

Plus "Professor" Alex and "Dean" DAMN takes someone to school as we respond to the first ever write in from one of my newest segments Damn University. (Yep, like the merch!)

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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Guess Who's Back???!!!

It's About DAMN Time is back and BETTER than ever. New logo, new music, more aligned focus. Someone has been busy during the summer break....but it's not just the podcast that has changed.

Listen to Jarratt DAMN as he unpacks the trials, tribulations, and flat out sadness that submerged him this summer.

It's now a time for new beginnings but there's something that I just can't let go of...

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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Just because we are in the off season of It's About DAMN Time doesn't mean I don't have something for you.

This week, I am reading a blog I wrote on October 11, 2017. It's called Never Tell Me The Odds. (Yes, from the classic Han Solo line)

I started out blogging so writing has always come naturally to me. I tend to get life lessons from the most random times and conversations in my life.

Listen as I read a post that I takes me back in time to 1985 during a conversation with my mom. This one random conversation ignites an entire philosophy that I use today with my kids.

And...it's pretty funny as well.

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May is...

• The month of Mother's Day
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• National Masturbation Month

So I had to get a guest that can discuss all 3 topics seamlessly. Enter Kira...the Mom, Host, & Creator of The Moms and Martinis Podcast.

Kira and I have an open forum conversation from everything to podcasting (the good, the bad, the ugly) to this past Mother's Day. She tells us why she believes her being bipolar is her super power. And even shares how she navigates 'self-love' with a house full of kids. Not to mention the stories we both share!

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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I'm back after a week off (recovering from my birthday celebration) to tell you what I learned.

Okay, I do tell you some other stuff like...

• How my Birthday Weekend went
• What new projects I'm working on
• How I am working to get better at podcasting
• Opening myself up to constructive criticism

But besides from all of that, I discuss what I have learned about myself while having conversations with others. And I even give an impassionate speech about not stopping yourself from achieving everything you want and desire.

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

***I realize as I am composing these show notes that I should have said Prison without Bars instead of Doors but hey...you get the gist!***

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As promised, we are back with Part II with Kina Reed.

Kina is a Writer, Community Advocate, Communications Educator, and Diversity Equity & Inclusion Consultant. She has created 2 platforms The AntiBlackness Reader and Hug Your White Friends that describes the black experience from two different perspectives.

This week we are discussing Black Love. How do we define Black Love? What separates it from other types of love? And why is it so important in the Black Community?

Plus we tackle what obstacles stand in the way of Black Love. Kina has a very interesting one that I GUARANTEE you NEVER thought about...

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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Being Black in America is...

Well for me, it's not that simple to explain to other races or just state in general. Luckily my guest this week can help me with that. This episode I am speaking to Kina Reed.

Kina is a Writer, Community Advocate, Communications Educator, and Diversity Equity & Inclusion Consultant. She has created 2 platforms The AntiBlackness Reader and Hug Your White Friends that describes the black experience from two different perspectives.

Kina and I discuss everything from code switching to the current climate in Black America. As well as explain our frustration on why some white people feel we should "explain what's racist" to them.

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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We are talking music because this week I am talking to R&B artist, LaKesha!

LaKesha tells me all about how she basically created an album in like 4 months last year. Yeah, 4 months. Makes me feel like re-watching all the entire Star Wars franchise wasn't as productive as I thought.

We talk about her inspirations, motivations, and aspirations...basically all of the "ations".

Plus we discuss the state of R&B. Is R&B dead? Or did the genre just evolve? We also discuss who we are listening to in the wonder world of R&B.

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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This week I'm talking to my friend Tashonda, owner of the online boutique, Pretty Girl-Tique.

In our laid back conversation, we discuss some of the relationship pitfalls she experienced and how they affected her. As most of you know...myself included if you have a series of bad relationships with underlining personal issues such as low self esteem or codependency, it only amplifies the negativity in your life.

Shon discusses how she coped, made changes, and how she is enjoying life to the fullest for the first time in a long time.

I'm definitely getting tips and she may or may not convince me to commit to start up cycling.

All of this and so much more...It's About DAMN Time!

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