I get to chat with Andrew "Andy" Biggio, a Marine, writer, biker and Massachusetts police officer about his new book "The Rifle" - a telling compilation of stories from and about WWII veterans (my dad being one of those). Andy openly and frankly shares his story in hopes of inspiring other vets to live a full and vibrant life post combat. He states "passion trumps everything". And passion is what leads him.

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Resources mentioned in the episode:

The Rifle by Andrew Biggio

The Combahee River Raid

I continue the conversation on breaking barriers with my guest Sonja Favors, an engineer and entrepreneur. Sonja talks about being true to who she is in spaces that don't always applaud her individuality. A Sonja quotable "Get to know who you are so you never show up anywhere as a representative. That You love your true self so much that you walk in your truth so that other people want to get to know you because of that truth".

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Books about  Juneteenth:

for children:

1. Juneteenth Jamboree- by Carole Boston Weatherford

2. Juneteenth -A Celebration of Freedom - by Charles A. Taylor

for adults:

1. On Juneteenth - by Annette Gordon-Reed

2. Envisioning Emancipation-Black Americans and the end of slavery- by Deborah Willis and Barbara Krauthamer          (not specifically on Juneteenth but a picture of the true nature of what gaining freedom meant)

To connect with Sonja and Pumps, Pearls, Purpose

Sonja Favors isn't your average Environmental Engineer. She is the founder of Pumps, Pearls, Purpose- a non profit to help girls and women lead and live from a posture of purpose. She is unapologetically breaking barriers and entering rooms where women of color are not seen. She hopes to help other women value and embrace self.

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Resources mentioned in Podcast:

"48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene

the Bible- Proverbs, Ruth, Esther

Victoria French, really is an avid learner. She holds 2 bachelor degrees in the sciences,  a Medical Laboratory Science certification and a Culinary Apprenticeship certificate. She's attending NYU's Culinary Food Studys program with an emphasis on Policy in the fall.  She's definitely not afraid of learning, but we she has had some challenges. We talk today about the things that hold us back from being our authentic self, whether it's fear or people. Victoria challenges herself and us to "live a whole life"- there are so many skills and things to learn. Don't allow others to pigeonhole you into their idea of wealth." She says of herself- I've discovered "it's okay for me to be different" and I agree."

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Episode Resources:

Recommends from Victoria:

1. "I Declare War"  by Levi Lusko.

2. "Notes from a Young Black Chef"  by Kwame Onwuachi

3. "Creativity Ink"  by Ed Catmull

4. How to Save A Planet Podcast - Episode Title- Soil, The dirty climate solution

Books on The Little Rock Nine:

1. "A Mighty Long Way: My Journey to Justice at Little Rock Central High School"-                        by Carlotta Walls LaNier

2. "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High School"- by Melba Pattillo Beals

3. "Elizabeth and Hazel-two women of Little Rock" by David Margolick

4.  The Ernest Green Story- made for television documentary.

Becoming a mother. Listen in as I chat with my 2 adult children (Jerome II and Joy)  about my journey of becoming and being a mother. I talk about my insecurities and how my upbringing played a part in how I parent and what impact that had on them. Whether you birthed a child or have simply been intentional in speaking into their lives, this episode is a good one for you.

Resources:

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1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families by  Stephen R. Covey

2. The Legacy Path: Discover Intentional Spiritual Parenting  by Brian Hayes

3. It's Just A Phase so Don't Miss It  by Reggie Joiner & Kristen Ivy

Jenna Oakes, author of "The Waiting War: finding your yes in his not yet", joins me today for an inspiring conversation on life lessons of waiting. None of us like to wait, but we all have to. Jenna encourages us to do a little self reflection, surround ourselves with solid friends, and loosen the reigns of control.

To get "The Waiting War: Finding Your Yes in His Not Yet" online go to iTunes, ebooks-kindle and nook. Also Amazon and Barnes and Nobles online.

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Episode Resources: The Author recommends

1. pray daily

2. be intentional (focused) during your wait

3. copy a few verses or inspirational quotes to keep you focused

4. talk with your tribe

Sarah Bradley MS, LMFT , a marriage and family therapist joins me today to talk about mental health. She gives us precise language to use when discussing mental and emotional wellness as well as how "the pandemic" has impacted us and what next steps all of us should be taking for our mental health. We discuss the  huge next step of being able to talk about mental health without being labeled or feeling ashamed. It's okay to not be okay. We just need to talk!

 

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Resources mentioned in the episode:

Contact information: Sarah J. Bradley MS LMFT  

334-782-5565         [email protected]

 

1. Boundaries - H. Cloud & J. Townsend

2. Five Love Languages- G. Chapman

3. Wild At Heart- J. Eldredge

4. Captivating - S. Eldredge

Join us for a lively  conversation about self worth, value, and using and discovering our voices as women of color.  When you’re asked if you deserve a seat at the table- you can flip it and ask “what makes you think I am not the table?” Knowing your worth changes everything!

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Resources to help further the discussion:

Go to:

 shereads.com/books-by-inspiring-women-color

1. This will be my undoing

2. Swallow the Fish

3. brown girl dreaming

4. me and white supremacy.... 

and much more.

So many of us are just feeling blah right now. What we need is momentum. Join Aleah as she explores the idea of being stuck and how to change it.

Join us for part two of my conversation with  Kara, and the Jassez, the energetic and powerful ladies from With Audacity Podcast. We continue our conversation about joy, legacies, success and talks with your younger self and Boomers.

You can follow them on Instagram or check them out @ https//linktr.ee/withAUDACITY.

MPHP, our journey is helping others discover their purpose and connecting them with strong, confident people along the path. For more info on MPHP  go to mypathhaspurpose.com