States are beginning to curb hair discrimination in the workplace and in school through new laws, including the Crown Act. Hairstylist and Salon Owner, Latoya Rucker, talks about the growth in educating all stylists on all hair textures, while also sharing how she's educating the next generation of cosmetologists in Tampa Bay.

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Oluwamodupe Oloyede is the first female head drum major for the Marching 100 band at FAMU. As she approaches graduation, she looks back on her many blessings including her ''Sinners' performance at the Oscars, viral Delta Sigma Theta new member presentation and making history as FAMU's first female head drum major.

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Building wealth may sound like a morbid idea in today's economy, but financial expert and serial entrepreneur, Dr. Renée Baker shares how you can start to build wealth and success despite today's economy.

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Grammy Nominated Rapper, Yung Joc and St. Petersburg Natives and R & B Group, B5, talked about the past, present and future ahead of their Tampa stop on the B2K Bow Wow Boys 4 Life Tour.

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At a time when things are really heavy, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dr. Karmen Smith, shares advice and resources to help maintain a healthy mental state. Founder of 3H Counseling in Pinellas County, Smith talks about warning signs, treatment options and how to take the first step to finding a therapist.

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Pamela Pacheco is an entrepreneur, life coach and mentor who is carrying out her mother's legacy by pouring into other women through her Women Winning Wars Empowerment event. Hear what fuels her passion and how women can grow and flourish through this event.

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Atlanta-based comedian, actor and internet sensation, Rod Minger, stopped by Rooted in Progress to share his journey through the entertainment and comedy industries. Hear what upcoming projects the viral sensation has coming out soon.

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On today's episode of Rooted in Progress, we are giving you a sneak peak at our Black History Month Special titled "Voices of Mercy Hospital". During the 30-minute program we shine a light on a untold piece of history in 1920s St. Petersburg. You will hear from a woman born at the hospital, a former pharamacist and the son of one of the seven physicians who provided care, Dr. Ralph Wimbish Sr.

Civil Rights leader and Baptist Minister, Rev. Jesse Jackson, inspired and changed our nation and the world. His last couple of visits to Tampa Bay took place at the 34th Street Church of God, and Bishop Thomas Scott shared the impact that visit had on his church and our city.

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NFL Veteran and USF Alum, Sam Barrington, used his 5 years of NFL experience to help catapult his entrepreneurial career in the crane and rigging business. The father, entrepreneur and philanthropist shares his journey to the NFL and life afterwards.

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