It's Personal Podcast

Kiese Laymon talks about his favorite hip hop artist, family bonds, school, weight and current quarantine life. Gary waste no time feeling comfortable with Laymon, for he is one of Gary's favorite authors. He is a professor at University of Mississippi and currently has 3 full length books.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/KieseLaymon?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

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

Kwame chats about family roots and traditions that have shaped his upbringing. He talks specifically about how his parents have been sharing the importances of roots/traditions since day one and that is what drives his family today. Oh, and he talks about his favorite snacks! You do not want to miss it!

Twitter: https://twitter.com/KSekouM?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbalia1/?hl=en

Dr. Chad Williams practices in Nova Scotia, Canada. Like Cinera States, in the last episode, Chad is family. On this episode, Chat talks about growing up in the black community, how our black community can stay safe during covid and what the future holds for our world. This is an interview you do not want to miss.

Dr. Cinera States practices in Nova Scotia Canada. She said she wanted to be a doctor when she was young, and she turned out to be one today. She's worked extremely hard to reach this stage in her life and she is sharing how this all happened. Within that, she is sharing more awareness around covid-19 and what we can do to stay protected.

Fred Aceves talks about the pressures of completing the second book, starting late in his reading journey and family in Mexico. Fred also dives into his message for kids out there who "struggle" with reading or finding the right book.

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FredAceves?s=20

Website: https://www.fredaceves.com

Minh was easily one of Gary's favorite guest to date. Gary had the chance to meet Minh last year at NCTE. Minh was kind enough to speak with Gary and his wife on a number of occasions about everything. Not just books. Not just education. Life. And that is what Gary and him chat about on this podcast.

Website: http://minhlebooks.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bottomshelfbks

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

Pernille talks specifically about her growth in teaching and how her work is a product of many other scholars over the years. She also talks blogging and her writing process. Lastly, Pernille gives the audience a run down of how her marriage happened and how it continues to stay strong today.

Twitter: @PernilleRipp

Website: www.pernillesripp.com

Instagram: @Pernillesripp

Pernille shares intimate stories about her up bringing and the importances of motherhood. She dives into her past and shares stories about her mother, and the influence she's had on her. Pernille also talks about bullying and its impact on her and her family.

Twitter: @pernilleripp

Website: https://pernillesripp.com/

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

Patrick is back and what a special part II of this podcast. Gary talks more with Patrick about the meaning of "love aloud" and building strong bonds in relationships. They also dive into the "education celebrity" and how this culture is starting to rise online. These two sound like two close friends catching up. You don't want to miss this second part to an amazing conversation. You can find Patrick @Presiden tPat and www.stayingoodtrouble.com

This is part one of a two part series featuring Patrick Harris. On this episode Gary uses some of Patricks most powerful tweets to start conversation/reflection. Patrick takes us on a walk down memory lane and shares important moments in his life that led him to where he is today. You can find Patrick online at @PresidentPat and www.stayingingoodtrouble.com