The return of the Mahogany Thoughts podcast begins 2021 with a new co-host, Carmel Brown.  We start the season discussing Dr. Duncan's Mahogany Legacy Project with Dr. Allen who is an Asst. Professor at Shaw University. She brings 20+ years of academic and executive experience discussing Black education and the challenges of HBCUs during the pandemic.  We also discuss the importance of education in regards to entrepreneurship, and how to provide more education from Black thought leaders and educators as a more culture-centric model of learning.

Topics covered: HBCUs, state of Black education, Education and Entrepreneurship.

The final episode of 2020 features a reflection of the Mahogany Legacy Project, what led to the podcast, and the noted highs and lows of creating a podcast. Hosts, Dr. Terrence Duncan and Terrence Butler, are joined by previous guests Brian Hurd and Carmel Brown as we go over key points from each guest and highlight their businesses, contact information, and their expertise.  We also discuss the direction of the podcast and the Mahogany Legacy Project for 2021.  To view the slides related to the podcast, please go to Dr. Terrence Duncan's Youtube channel. A special thank you goes for each guest volunteering their time and services in making this grassroots podcast a success.

This week, the podcast looks at non-profit organizations and their impact on the Black community. There are many benefits of creating and operating non-profits as they provide access to resources in ways that local and regional government may not able to provide, as well as some of the more relatability to a cause which may provide assistance for marginalized populations.

Our guest, Leslie Davis, LCPC and Executive Director of Heart in Faith, joins the show to discuss her work in the community to assist single mothers and fathers by connecting them to resources, mentoring, development, and training. Ms. Davis discusses her counseling services and her work with the State of Illinois Better Help program which is a platform to connect mental health professionals to clients in need regardless of insurance. She also discusses her faith and raising a child with special needs. You can learn more about her nonprofit by going to www.heartsinfaith.org.

Episode 13 features a retired Army veteran of 23 years who is not only active in the community but is also an entrepreneur, professional/personal development coach, and public speaker, Kenric S. Lynn. Mr. Lynn joins hosts Dr. Terrence Duncan and Terrence Butler in discussing the value of networking and planning, whether personally or professionally, as well as traits of successful individuals.

Topics covered: entrepreneurship, networking, organizational skills, time management, opportunity costs, financial literacy.

Follow Kenric Lynn on the following social media handles: FB: Kenric Lynn, Twitter: @kenricslynn, IG @kenriclynn, Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/localnoon/

Please subscribe to this channel and other social media sites for the podcast as well as details about Dr. Duncan as follows:

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Episode 12 features a return guest, Carmel D. Brown. She is an entrepreneur, mother, wife, and counselor, as well as an author. On this episode, we covered lessons learned from our previous panel discussion podcast, mental health in the Black community, as well as discussed her new book "Your Exhilarating Life: Creating Prosperity in Family and Career" which is available on Amazon.

Topics covered: Children and school during COVID19, managing grief, coping strategies, social media usage and mental health, telehealth, and nutrition.

For more about Ms. Brown's counseling services, please see www.carmelbrowncounseling.com or 618-717-2732.

Podcast Info: Links: Spotify:show:5c96CxEKomU9bsvM5bqXAD Website: www.drtduncan.com/podcast YouTube: Dr. Terrence Duncan

Many talk about generational wealth, but are not sure as to how to take the first steps. It begins with financial literacy and understanding the moves today will pay dividends tomorrow. Our guest, Marcus Creighton, will be on simulcast recording to discuss this topic further.

Mr. Creighton is the VP at Wealth Protection Advisors with 18 years experience in the financial services industry where he provide financial solutions for small businesses, individuals, and families. He is also the Owner and President of Supreme Powersports, LLC - a pre-owned car dealership in St. Louis. He has served on numerous boards and hired on President Obama's advisory counsel for financial literacy. Mr. Creighton also travels the country and speaks to students at HBCUs re: financial literacy.

Topics Discussed: life insurance, Black wealth, benefits of financial advisor (free vs. fee), credit scores, Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, life insurance, techniques on how to save and invest, smart purchases.

Website: www.drtduncan.com/podcast Facebook: Dr. Terrence Duncan Hosting: https://mthoughts.libsyn.com/ Spotify: https://mthoughts.libsyn.com/spotify Youtube Channel: Dr. Terrence Duncan

Black chiropractors make up less than 2.5% of all chiropractors in the U.S. In this week's episode, hosts Dr. Terrence Duncan and Terrence Butler bring Dr. Peebles to the show to talk about her book, Sex Sent Me to the Chiropractor. Prior to doing so, she performed three chiropractic adjustments and evaluations as a demonstration as she calls herself "The Body Whisperer." Her demonstrations details how she evaluates her patients in her solo practice, Pro Family Health Chiropractic which provides a comfortable, holistic experience for African Americans as one of her goals is to tackle healthcare disparities through her treatment interventions.

Info: Dr. Danielle Peebles Pro Family Health Chiropractic 5621 Delmar, St. Louis, MO 63112

PH: 314-607-9150

www.stlprohealth.com

Show Links: www.drtduncan.com/podcast Spotify: Mahogany Thoughts Podcast

Welcome to Episode 9 where hosts, Dr. Terrence Duncan and Terrence Butler, welcome Mr. Brian H. Hurd to the show. We discuss Blacks and voting. Topics included a presentation of how Blacks are affected by suppression-related means including disenfranchisement and gerrymandering. We also discuss how to research candidates to understand their voting records, and how to engage Blacks after the general election to continue to have our voices heard and accurately represented. Please subscribe to Dr. Terrence Duncan's Youtube Channel or on Spotify: Dr. Terrence Duncan Podcast, or www.drtduncan.com/podcast

Dr. Terrence Duncan sets the table for Season 2 by providing a fresh perspective as to what led him to do Mahogany Thoughts, lessons learned during his social media hiatus, and his plans to provide assistance to others and become an advocate for those in need within the Black community. Dr. Duncan outlines several ways to provide resources and opportunities tailored to address some of the larger challenges and known disparity gaps.