Red-Y or Not Podcast

Back in 2011, one of our generation’s greatest acts “clicked immediately” with arguably one of generation’s most dominating, top charting acts. Let’s call this first artist K and the second artist Dee. So early in K’s career he described D as a “genuine soul.” D was actually the first person outside of his immediate team to hear his debut album Section 80.

It’s not just in music, acting, or sports…we all have many gifts. For some, identifying those gifts comes easier. For others, time is spent searching, and developing. But in any case, we all have gifts worth sharing.

Rosemarie Thompson, owner of Rozay's Touch Hair Salon, joined us for this latest episode.

Like handheld mirrors, we reflect what’s closest to us. Chinwe Esimai joined us for a conversation on the power of understanding.

Our experiences shape our world. It can happen when you fall in love, conquer a fear, travel far distances. All impactful and all capable of turning your world upside down.

Think back to your youth. Was there ever an experience that made you feel like you were leaving your younger self behind?

And does believing in God make life better?

You ever hear someone say, “that’s too good to be true.” Something is unusually good that you doubt if it’s even true. Well, let’s flip that saying, “too true to be good.” Something is astonishingly true that you question if it’s even good. I say all this because deciding to be your true authentic self may not always get you praise. In fact, in living an authentic life, the decisions you make may feel more like risks.

Mental health therapist Davin Rowe joined us to discuss more.

There's no shortcut to developing emotional intelligence. Managing your emotions while also understanding the emotions of those around you is a lifelong process that Dr. Ron Stotts is all too familiar with. The best-selling author and motivational speaker joined us on this latest episode of the Red-Y or Not Podcast.

Love is a defined as an intense emotion, a deep affection for someone or something. However, some would define love as choice rather than a feeling. In a recent interview, Grammy-nominated R&B artist Tank described love as a choice that can typically lead to feelings of euphoria. We debate this topic in a new episode of Red-Y or Not.

Lights, camera, READY! In this second season of the Red-Y or Not podcast, we're all about self-exploration and action. A setback can be a blessing in disguise. In other words, take nothing for granted because some of the greatest lessons come from taking a loss.

If it's not “All or Nothing,” it’s a waste of time! Mark Washington joins us on the latest Red-Y or Not episode to discuss the motto that he’s converted into a brand and lifestyle that now applies to his new role as a father.