If you could see yourself in others , would you be apt to judge them less harshly?

In this episode I respond to a couple of longtime listeners as they challenge me to explore my own thoughts on the actions of Ja Morant and whether or not I was judging him. Tune in to check out my response and more on the latest edition of,  Let’s Chew The Gum. Let’s Talk About It!

Am I my brother’s keeper? NBA star, Ja Morant was recently banned from all team activities and will likely face substantial repercussions after a video of him waiving a gun was seen on social media. This was the second such incident this spring. With so much on the line including mega-millions from his NBA career and sponsorships, why is he seemingly risking it all. In this episode I’m asking the question , “where is his support system?” Where are his advisors, counselors, or even inner circle of folks that want to see him succeed. No judgment is placed on anyone involved, but I have questions. Let's Talk About it!

Our host, Dr. K has been so busy in film and media production. He hasn't been able be in studio for recordings.

He decided to take the show on the road; literally. Join in as he acknowledges teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. He literally recorded the show while driving. We call it Let's Chew The Gum: The Car Chronicles.

Let's Talk About it!

#teacherappreciationweek

#educators

#car

#chronicles

Recently we lost a cultural icon in Harry Belafonte. He was a fabulous singer and actor. However, it was an activist where he may have had the most influence on society. In this episode I reached out to someone who had a profound influence on my life, my dad. I asked him to share with me the importance of Mr. Belafonte to our society.  Join in as we discuss Mr, Belafonte as well as the need for continued leadership worldwide, and more. “Let’s talk about it!”

My guest for this episode is Leadership Strategist and AthleticPreneur™, Monique A. J. Smith. Monique has an extensive career in the field of sports administration and management. Her story is spectacular! Join in as she shares her amazing journey while we close out Women’s History Month.

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#titleix

#womenofexcellence

#suppportingyoungpeople

#HBCU

#ncaatournament

#finalfour

#lsu

#iowa

#southcarolina

#vatech

#NIL

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#blackstudentathletesummit

#mentors

#socialworkers

#olddominion

#hamptomuniversity

#saintpaulscollege

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Podcast: A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith

Flash back with me to Season 3 for a Women's History Month honoree. Jennifer Silva has amassed a wealth of experience in public health. Her love of people, education, and health led her to become an educator and advocate for local and global communities. Her service and knowledge as it relates to hypertension and COVID 19 is on full display in this episode. Listen in on the conversation as she shares valuable information and resources on how we can improve our lives and those within our global communities.

For more information on health factors  and concerns be sure to visit the website of your local department of health as well as the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

#Womenshistorymonth

#globalhealth

#globalcommunities

Are women sexualizing themselves more than men? We address this topic and more in part 2 of this multi-episode season opener with Dr. Cheyenne Bryant.

SPECIAL EDITION!

To kick off season 7 of Let’s Chew The Gum and the beginning of  Women’s History Month, we have a special mid week edition. My guest is psychology expert, award winning author, renowned life coach and co-producer of MTV’s Teen Mom, Dr. Cheyenne Bryant. In the first part of this multi-episode podcast we discuss findings from a United Nations study which suggested that 90% of the world’s population (men and women) are biased against women. Join us as we peel the layers back to reveal what might cause the results of such a study.  Let’s Talk about it!  If you listen on Spotify, be sure to take our one question poll.

#WomensHistoryMonth

#Equity

#UnitedNations