Off The Chain

Some of bUneke's volunteers visited Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village in Melbourne, Florida and we fell in love with the lawn, the 19th century Queen Anne architecture, the storyteller and the property's loving caregivers. We also fell in love with the mission of the nonprofit that has taken on the challenge to raise $1Million to purchase the property from its current owners, descendants of the original owners, William and Nora Wells. The Wells was a family of philanthropists and innovators. Nora's uncle founded Stanford University. Nora and Willam donated land to build Melbourne's first library and auditorium and were instrumental in much of the city's progression. To lose this home, which is on the National Register of Historical Houses, would be shameful enough, but to have the home and property razed and replaced with another convenience store is unthinkable. Yet, that is the reality this beautiful old home faces if the nonprofit organization determined to Save Green Gables cannot raise the remaining funds by deadline of April 2020. One philanthropist could step up and donate the entire $285,000 necessary to qualify for matching funds or 15,000 philanthropists can each donate just $20 to meet this goal. Donate in memory of someone or in honor of a loved one and present them with a tax-deductible receipt and know that you are preserving history before it's lost forever. Learn more! SaveGreenGables.org Mail donations to Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc., P.O. Box 1086, Melbourne, FL 32902 Visit @SaveGreenGables on Facebook and leave a positive note of encouragement. Share their posts or invite your friends to like the page. Know that at bUneke UnScripted, on behalf of #SaveGreenGables, we appreciate any help you can give.

Doug White, a long-time leader in the nation’s philanthropic community, is an author, teacher, and an advisor to nonprofit organizations and philanthropists. He is Co-Chair of the FoolProof Foundation’s Walter Cronkite Project Committee and a governing board member of the Secular Coalition of America.  He is an adjunct faculty member at Southern University’s Valdry Center for Philanthropy, the former director of Columbia University’s Master of Science in Fundraising Management program, and the former academic director of New York University’s Heyman Center for Philanthropy and Fundraising.  For almost two decades he has taught graduate courses in board governance, ethics and fundraising.  His latest book is Wounded Charity. Learn more! www.dougwhite.net

When our guests can't connect with us, we don't skip a beat. We take over and talk about bUneke Magazine and all the other tools of PEACECORE. We discussed upcoming activities, fundraisers, but mostly we talked about previous podcast guests, upcoming guests and stories! The stories that make bUneke so special are not all covered, because there are just too many stories to cover in one hour. We'd love to hear from you. Who would you like to hear us talk with? What stories do you want to see covered in bUneke Magazine? Visit buneke.org and tell us!

In the world of art, nothing compares to the size, scope, and majesty of Wyland’s life-sized whale murals. Spanning the sides of skyscrapers, sports arenas, and structures throughout the world, these landmark public murals captured the imagination of millions and helped inspire a new generation to become better stewards for our environment. For more than forty years, the murals have served as a reminder to communities around the world that we all share a special connection with our blue planet. The Wyland Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and preserving the world’s ocean, waterways, and marine life. The foundation encourages environmental awareness through education programs, public arts projects, and community events.  Join bUneke Magazine as we talk with Robert Wyland, the founder and the artist behind the iconic name. We talk about his art, his foundation, the Statue of Liberty, water conservation, Ryan Hickman, Elliot Bay, Eddie Vedder, Pearl Jam, O.G. Slick, streetart, Norwegian Bliss at Pier 66, Seattle WA, Mission Blue, Sylvia A. Earl, Toyota, Dana Wharf Whale Watch, Wyland Foundation, Wyland Galleries at Disney's Boardwalk Inn, Wyland Galleries at Port Canaveral FL, and quite a bit more! Learn more! https://www.wyland.com

Elisa Kehler is a Reiki master, energy healer, medium, life coach and licensed massage therapist. With almost a decade of experience, Elisa is a renowned and well-practiced clairvoyant healer, teacher of spirituality and a spiritual therapist. She encourages people to be their own light and frequently runs workshops. She is currently writing a book entitled Path to Peace. Sid Prince is a scientific researcher in the fields of genetics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, archaeology, logic, and E.S.P. Sid has employed the scientific method to distinctly separate fact from theory. His groundbreaking research shines a bright light upon the reality of our biological creation, psychic powers, morphogenic fields, epigenetics, and the theory of existence itself. What will happen when the scientist and the psychic meet for the first time? Will the skeptical Sid be swayed by the clairvoyant Elisa’s knowledge and spiritual connections? What will we learn from the encounter? Learn more! https://www.facebook.com/descendantsofatlantis/ https://www.facebook.com/Elisa-Kehler-Intuitive-Medium-and-Grief-Healer-2358289351065714/

Dr. J.D. Sanders, Therapist, and Empowerment Life Coach; DFMT, NCC. The innovative, limitless, no boundaries, motivational, inspirational speaker, and minister, single father, and co-parent father. For more than 20 years, Dr. Sanders has led people to find tenacity and strength to change their circumstances through positive self-inquiry and actions. Through his therapy, life coaching, programs, workshops, faith-based approach to transformation, Dr. Sanders partner with individuals and families to create a life filled with freedom. Dr. Sanders had great impartation and sound wisdom from his grandparents Quentin and Zoma Sanders; he has embraced their words of wisdom and discipline. Dr. Sanders prides his ability to counsel, coach, and mentor others, not only from his extensive education and background, but from his previous many mistakes, encounters, lack of self-confidence, lack of identity, and lack of trust. As a result, Dr. Sanders has become an awesome visionary and is admired by many for his outstanding integrity, drive, and teaching. Dr. Sanders daily pursuit is to walk in true submission to God. Dr. Sanders offers a stimulating word in practicality and truth. People can experience direction, growth and elevation. Many people that experience the counsel and word of Dr. Sanders marvels at his passion, wisdom, and knowledge. Dr. Sanders is a dynamic dream maker who is affecting lives in many ways. Dr. Sanders has made a conscious conclusion that he will partner with individuals, communities, and family units to shift beyond their mental construction zone and advance in their destiny. Even if it includes life’s detoured route. We were created to create and operate as wealth walkers and undeniably we need to tap into our well.

Born in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1986, where sports were my life and my ticket out of my neighborhood. I attended Jean Ribault Senior High School, where I was a true student-athlete. I played football and basketball and ran track. In track, I was on a state team, in the 4 by 4. In football, I was in the top 5 in the state of Florida, and in basketball, I was All-Conference, 1 Team All-Defense, and nominated Runner-Up for "Mr. Basketball”, in the state of Florida. I received offers from top D-1 schools in Florida, including Florida State, plus South Carolina and Tennessee, to name a few. After making a bad decision, I did not pass the F.C.A.T (which is a state exam to graduate), and I ended up failing it 4 times, in one year. It took me 6 years to get a 4-year college degree. So for 2 years, I was in the streets, wanting to just give up, and blame my problems on other people. I ended up being incarcerated for 8 months, with a felony on my record, because I was trying to "fit in". Then God gave me a Bible verse to live by: "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” ~ Matthew 6:33. Before I knew it, I received a second chance at life. I went on to play Pro-Basketball in the A.B.A., and play overseas. Then I went back to college, as a Freshman, at 21-years of age. It was then that I received a scholarship to Saint John River College, where I graduated with my Associates Degree. Thereafter, I went to Arkansas Tech University, where I received my Bachelor's Degree, in Emergency Management. Now, I am a Father, husband, of 4 beautiful girls ages 13 Jada, 9 Sarai, 7 Grace, 5 Joy. Also, I'm a Mentor with My Brothers Keeper, and I know that giving back is a gift that I was given to share, and it is truly priceless.

Chris Kilham, known as the Medicine Hunter, is an ethnobotanist, global traveler, author, yogi and educator, who has researched medicinal plants in more than 45 countries. He has appeared on hundreds of TV shows globally, and was the "Fox News Medicine Hunter," broadcasting in 100 countries for a decade. The New York Times describes Chris as a cross between Indiana Jones and British TV personality David Attenborough. He has authored many articles and 14 books, including The Five Tibetans which is published in 28 languages. He is a former visiting professor of ethnobotany at the University Of Massachusetts. Chris talks about some of the amazing, natural medicines he has discovered during his travels. Learn more! http://www.medicinehunter.com/

Clifton Pettyjohn has served as an essential factor in both the religious and education cultures for well over sixteen years and recently he has added influence in the culture of business to his summation. With guided passion, he meshes personal life lessons with practical and biblical principles to teach, train, and transform groups of divergent individuals. His unique skills, personality, delivery, and articulation serve at the foundation of the creation of a welcoming environment to those who are viewed as ne’er-do-wells (Jer. 30:17). Clifton is also the author of “From Stagnation to Transformation: A 21 Day Coaching Actuation Designed to Manumit PURPOSE” currently available in paperback, audiobook, and Kindle editions. Clifton’s view of ministry and purpose far exceeds the norm, this is expressed through execution; he firmly believes in a holistic approach; ministering equity to the total man. This is comprehensible in his teachings, coaching & consultation sessions, as well as his day to day conversations. He firmly stands on the conviction of urging people to live a symmetrical life through “wholeness” in all core areas of their lives. Clifton currently serves as the president of Clifton M. Pettyjohn Ministries, a prophetic ministry hub, which serves as his personal teaching, preaching, and outreach ministry, out of Kent County Delaware where he resides. He is also the Chief Executive Officer, Purpose Strategist and Coach at Pettyjohn Consulting Group, LLC, a wealth and affluence consulting and coaching company that provides tools and strategies to transition individuals, ministries and businesses from merely existing to moving with purpose.

Alison Sawyer Current is the founder ofIsla Animals, a nonprofit organization that sponsors spay and neuter clinics, vaccinations and animal care.  Alison won The Doris Day Animal Kindred Spirit Award, in 2005 for her work with Mexico’s dogs. Over the last 20 years, Isla Animals has rescued more than 12,000 dogs and spayed and neutered more than 20,000.  Alison was born in Toronto, raised her children in Colorado and moved to Mexico to lead a quieter life and continue her 30-year pottery career. All that changed when she saw the desperate condition of the animals.   Learn more. www.islaanimals.org