SoundBalming with Dr. LaMarr Darnell Shields

Known Nationally and Globally as, “Mr. I’M POSSIBLE,” Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Keith L. Brown, overcame the systematic labels of, “Special-Ed,” and, “At-Risk,” to become one of the most sought after speakers of our time. Named a, “World Class Speaker. I caught up with Keith at the National Youth At-Risk Conference in Savanah Georgia, and he shared some ways to jumpstart your personal growth by challenging everything that comes your way. You will be inspired, and ready to take control of your life. 

http://keithlbrown.com

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I caught up with Dr. Irma Gibson at the National Youth At-Risk Conference. She was giving a talk about her new book, Intimate Partner Violence Among African American Male Victims. The essence of this nonfiction book pertains to intimate partner violence (domestic violence) with a focus on an unnoticed population, black male victims. The content consists of fourteen awe-inspiring chapters strategically aligned with the task of addressing the twenty-first-century crisis of IPV comprehensively, truthfully, and holistically from a personal, research-based, practice-focused, and policy-based perspective. Real-world truths innovatively address and present a diverse range of topics and solutions, including the stories of IPV survivors and victims, mental and behavioral health caveats, the military aspect, issues of culture, bullying, and the influences of reality television. Most of the contributors are professional social workers as well as professionals in other disciplines, and have all either personally or indirectly experienced this public health problem. 

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Being a servant leader means putting the interests of others above your own. And no one knows this better than Dr. Shaw Ashworth. For the past two years, every Thursday evening, at the Baltimore Washington Thurgood Marshal Airport, she feeds over 150 people. On this episode of SoundBalming, Dr. Shawn Ashworth explains why she decided to serve displaced men, women, and families living in the airport. And explain why it's important for all of us to serve. 

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Ever wonder what the hidden power of words is?

My next guest would cringe at the sight of the grammar on this blog as I often confuse “Whom with Who,” and “Affect with Effect.”

For me, it’s always been about the passion behind my words, not the grammar or structure (that may also be my cop-out since I almost flunked English in high school).

The magic of words, however, happens when we learn to use the correct grammar coupled with passion… that’s when the real inspiration happens in creating a visual story and powerful emotions with the readers.

In this episode, I sit down with the communication expert, Ayesha Gallion to talk about the power of words and her new podcast, I’m  Speaking Now.”

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Actor, Gregory Keith Grainger embodies the hope that anyone, no matter how humble their background, can succeed at the highest level. Known for his work on Queen & Slim (2019), Uncle Drew (2018), and Atlanta (2016). He went from studying communications and mass media, then flipped the script entirely and pursued a career in acting. Despite many setbacks and challenges he faced, Greg remained loyal to his core values and his craft. In this episode of SoundBalming, Greg explains precisely how he fell in love with acting, speaks passionately about the importance of forming and nurturing relationships, faith, and even talks about how to overcome the primary roadblocks that stop most people from achieving their dreams.

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Ayinde Alakoye's journey as a serial entrepreneur began early in his career when he created the first iteration of what would become Clear Channel's iheartradio app. Now a highly popular app with over 100 million users, the way in which the world at large listens to radio has been forever changed. A highly tech-savvy individual with a long history of working in  – in fact, for the majority of his career. After serving as a speechwriter and advisor for President Obama's 2008 and '12 campaigns, and even appearing on the hit Bravo show, "Millionaire Matchmaker" in 2010.

Ayinde talked with LaMarr about how he initially started his company, some of his early obstacles, his revolutionary new radio live audio creation app, nēdl, that lets users create, monetize and distribute live interactive podcasts, what he's learned from his mother, how he keeps ahead of the latest trends, his best advice, and so much more.

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Ask for what you want, get what you want. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? But as Bobby Audley explains in this inspiring episode, sometimes it’s the smallest words, the simplest steps, and 50 cups of coffee that can make the biggest difference in our lives.  

By setting the goal of having coffee with 50 people forces you to be clear about your goals. Making the goal public, one person at a time, also makes it much stronger. Having 50 coffees is good because then you have to commit to the specific move that you want to make. You’ll also get input from smart and interesting people.

The hidden insight in the 50 coffees idea is that the biggest changes in your life will only happen through the people that you meet and conversations you have. Human beings create and convey meaning through stories and conversations. If you change the conversations that you’re a part of, then your life changes automatically.

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For so long, Black women’s and Black girl’s stories and memory have often been ignored, erased, and neglected. However, Tiffany Gill, Founder/Chief Visionary Officer of Black Girls Unscripted, is ensuring that these “errors” and the exclusion of their voices will never happen again. She stopped by the SoundBalming Studio to discuss how she’s pushing back against distorted versions of Black women and Black girls.

www.blackgirlsunscripted.org

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How do you practice staying on purpose? Have you lost sight of the purpose of your life? If so, you're not alone.  According to a new book, by Victor Strecher, having a purpose in life is crucial for our health and well-being. Today I sat down with a transformational servant leader, Dr. Tasheka L. Green, who chose to live her life on purpose. 

As an inspirational speaker, influential coach, thirteen-time best-selling and international best-selling author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, talk show host, and the Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of To Everything There is a Season Enterprises. 

Learn how this woman of God found a fantastic source of purpose in her life. If you have questions or are looking for meaning in your life as well – this is the interview for you. 

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What started as a dare between two college friends in a hotel room in Las Vegas, quickly turned into a journey from rural Pennsylvania to the Mediterranean. When former educator and CEO of Day Real Estate, Mat Day, dared to unearth his family history. 

So, pull out your Hummus, Rice Pilaf, Fattoush, and pour yourself of a cup of Sahlab, and follow along on Matt's heritage journey to see what happens when he discovers where his ancestors are from for the first time.

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