The Journey Told

Arthur J. Williams is a convicted counterfeiter originally from Chicago, one of the best in the world, known for replicating the unbreakable 1996 series $100 bill. After serving three prison sentences, he became a self-taught artist and owner of three art galleries, including his latest, DaVinci’s Gallery, in West Hollywood, California. His story is a testament to how his pursuit of money and mischief has shaped his art, which in turn helped rehabilitate his life as an international renowned artist.

Secret Service agents doggedly pursued Williams as he printed what some estimate to have been as much as $10 million in fake money before he eventually landed in federal prison for six and a half years. This was the third time he was incarcerated for his criminal exploits that have been covered in Rolling Stone, VICE, Gizmodo, Forbes and featured on American Greed.

This story probably sounds like the biography of a career criminal, but during that laststint behind bars, Art reinvented himself as a legit artist. Sticking to what he knew, Williams began painting old currency to pass his time, as well as reconnect to his artistic nature. He began reading books on Da Vinci and Michelangelo, and over time, mastered their techniques with his own personal ones. With his admiration for the ancient art of engraving still captivating him, his passion for ink transformed to oil, thus bringing him to create the masterful collection of currency on canvas and paper.

Since his July 23, 2013 release, Williams cleaned toilets, transported exotic cars, delivered liquor, and painted new construction. Rather than returning to the press, and just print the money to acquire his vision, Williams stayed true to the course and to success as an artist. Working during the day to pay the bills, and staying up late to perfect his craft, Art had a victory of sorts when his 5 Educational Series Bill Collection that he created in prison opened at a Chicago gallery, all selling modestly. Williams has created the 1875 Freedom Collection. This is a collection of currency that was printed in honor of the enactment of the civil liberties act. Within each bill’s design is a powerful, female character representing the strength of America.

In 2017, Williams used the profits from the sale of his paintings to open the first DaVinci’s Gallery in his home neighborhood of Bridgeport in Chicago. After the gallery shut down due to the COVID pandemic, Williams relocated to L.A. where he resides with his wife, Sarah, and two of his six kids and has his 3rd art gallery currently in Los Angeles.

Stay tuned for tips and advice on he shifted his life and for tips on can shift yours! 

Show Highlights:

(13:28) I now have freedom 

(22:57) Undestand The Real World To Accomplish Greatness 

(28:52)) Mental Illness and Homeless 

(31:20)Arnold Schwarzenegger  and how he helped me

(40:10) Appreciate the darkness as its life teacher 

(41:13) Ask yourself what is the lesson life is trying to teach you

Tell and Tell Secrets:

I am very spiritual. I pray deeply. I have a prayer that goes that like this. The faith of Abraham. The strength of Samson. The Heart of David. The Wisdom of Sololom, The patience of Job and the Will of my creator, my father in heaven.  

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Tiffany Bynoe is a multi-genre Billboard charting artist who has scored hit singles in Adult Contemporary/Smooth Jazz, R&B and Gospel music. The versatile soul songstress just released her latest single “Make Me Say It Again.”

Produced by the young emerging production duo The Trillionaires, “Make me Say It Again” is a lush, contemporary and deeply sensual re-imagining of The Isley Brothers’ classic 1975 track “Make Me Say It Again,” with Tiffany bringing her unique female perspective to a lyric originally sung by Ronald Isley.

Lorenzo Thomas, CEO/Program Manager of 100 Hip Hop and RNB FM, says, “Tiffany’s rendition of the Isley Brothers classic is a testament to the sounds of yesteryear but also ignites today’s souls’ yearning for some good R&B.”

“The interesting thing about my career is that when I used to sing love songs, I was too young to understand the truer meanings of them,” the singer says. “But now, I sing them with a richer understanding of life and love and am able to share with listeners another way of thinking. I have always been a huge fan of the Isleys, and when this one came up one night on Pandora, I knew if I took the right approach to it, it would be a way to bring the older generation of R&B music into the now. I relate to its emotions about being in love and in a relationship so meaningful that you just want to declare that love and are overjoyed when someone makes you say it again and again," she said.

“Make Me Say It Again” follows a string of hit singles for Tiffany over the past few years that includes her Top 30 Billboard Gospel Airplay song “Seasons,” “Free,” “Love Like Waterfalls,” “Be Still” and various remixes of “Shame.” Her most recent singles in 2020 were “Be Still” and “All of Us” featuring The Trillionaires.

Tiffany’s newly released album features songs co-written by the singer, her husband Kyle Bynoe and Marquise Brown and produced by The Trillionaires. The collection also feature sTiffany’s trademark wide range of styles and include a collaboration with the “Godfather of Gospel/Jazz,” Ben Tankard.

A seasoned performer by the time she was 14, Tiffany competed and won Amateur Night three times at the famed Apollo Theatre in NYC. Following that, she was offered numerous recording deals, but her mother insisted she finish high school first. At 17, the singer signed a major recording contract with Elektra Records and scored the #3 Billboard hit “Give Him a Love He Can Feel” under the name Tene Williams. Wendy Williams was one of the DJ’s who broke the record in New York, and one of Tiffany’s dreams came true when she appeared on “Soul Train” with Don Cornelius. The singer also appeared on BET’s video soul and other major platforms of the time.

Tiffany has used her downtime during the pandemic to finish two books, “Ugly Duckling No More” and “M.E. Made Extraordinary.”. These volumes tell her inspirational story of overcoming adversity and challenges in both her personal and professional lives. Their compelling emotional narratives detail the struggles of overcoming low self-esteem, depression, regrets and other mental health issues. Stay tuned as Tiffany dives into her life story, her ups and downs ---she shares the pivots and gives tips on how you can pivot too!

Show Highlights :

(2:56) When negative things are spoken, make sure it doesn't penetrate

(13:19) Down Syndrome and medical issues

(30:30) Learn to Let Go in the midst of a shift

(36:23) Know where to place friends in your life

(41:27) People can be judgmental

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Markice Moore was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey; Kesan landed his first acting role "Austin" in the hit feature film "ATL" Directed by Chris Robinson. His strong musical ability was recognized during an appearance on BET's "106 & Park"; when he was asked by Ginuwine to rap on his hit single "In Those Jeans"

At 16, Markice moved to Atlanta, GA to get a fresh start and escape the harsh realities of his young life. While he was still presented with life's struggles in Atlanta, this made him more determined to stay focused on his calling.

Markice recurred on "The Walking Dead", had guest starred on Tyler Perry's "House of Pain" as well as roles on BET's "Reed Between The Lines" and "Army Wives" to name a few and has a nice role in the award winning film "96 Minutes", where he worked alongside David Oyelowo, Brittany Snow and Evan Ross.

Markice Moore is a young multifaceted actor, rapper and songwriter, producer and well on his way to leave his mark in the industry. Markice was one of twelve selected actors for the 2015 NBC Diversity Showcase where he performed for NBC Entertainment executives and casting directors, talent agents, managers, as well as other industry professionals. This was an amazing opportunity for this young actor/rapper, which is helping pave the way for a successful career in this industry.

Stay tuned for tips and advice on how to succeed in the entertainment industry! 

Show Highlights:

(2:17) Being forced to grind hard can be a blessing

(4:02) About entertainment life 

(5:39) Keep doing you & people will see your talent 

(6:51) I have learned so much from Tyler Perry 

(7:44) My team saw the worst in me and still had my back

(8:19) The best feeling is when someone takes a chance on you

(9:32) Tips for inspiring actors 

(10:37) Sometimes the best advice is to listen 

(12:15) Dealing with fame 

(13:37) You have to see through what other people say about you

(15:15) How I stay grounded 

Tell and Tell Secrets:

My secret to preparing for my roles and releasing the energy from the character is never releasing the character and keeping that energy. Channel your energy into the character’s spirit, and take up that space. 

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Instagram - @markicemoore

Twitter - @MarkiceMoore

Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/markicemoore

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Nzingah Oniwosan is a yoga teacher, holistic health consultant, inspirational speaker, detox coach, and raw vegan chef. As an award-winning visual artist, jewelry designer, classically trained pianist, published poet, and African and Haitian folklore dancer; she has created healing a modality that fuses holistic medicine with the arts. 

 Her commitment has allowed her to work with well over forty thousand students, across the globe, in addition to leading several professional development workshops at national and international conferences. Over the years Nzingah has become an advocate for children and adults with disabilities; as a result, she as given several workshops designed to demonstrate how the arts could be used to reach children with special needs.

Neenah has the fortunate opportunity to work with organizations like VSA Arts FL, Center Creative Education, Coral Springs Museum, Miami Children’s Museum, as well as Young Audiences in Baltimore, to name a few. Her work has been noted in periodicals like the Sun-Sentinel, Essence Magazine, and Art & Culture Magazine. Nzingah’s most recent accolades include a grant by Broward Foundation to artistically engage a community in Pompano Beach, being featured in a documentary by Broward Foundation documenting her work as a healing artist, and being named one of the “40 under 40” honorees by Legacy magazine.

Show Highlights:

(2:32) How my wellness app can help you

(2:53) The app was a dream of hers

(3:10) My health and story

(3:57) Life's journey is hard, as for help when you need to

(5:35) Sometimes the holistic approach is the way

(7:50) Why African Americans should eat certain foods

(8:07) How to get the most out of your food

(9:39) Tips for switching to a healthier lifestyle

(13:05) The relationship between stress. trauma, and tumors

(13:43) No one is perfect it is okay to slip up

Tell and Tell Secrets:

My secret to purpose and walking into my purpose, because I can't do this for people closest to me, my mother influences my work. I went into my healing work to help people like my mom. The work I do is to help women who don't get the support they needed.

Connect with Nzingah Oniwosan on social media:

Instagram -@yesbabyilikeitraw

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Website - https://www.yesbabyilikeitraw.com/

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Jordan is a retired NFL wide receiver who set a Super Bowl record when he returned a second-quarter punt 61 yards, winning the championship. Post football Jordan started a photography business with his wife, Aleah, and also owns a health/wellness CBD company, Majic. They have two kids, Franni and Isaiah, and together they all love to travel and explore! They love to take portraits of individuals, families, couples, and everyone in between.

Make sure to tune in for some great advice on family, career, and health/wellness as their CBD company sets new standards in the industry!

Tell and Tell Secrets:

Jordan on a daily basis writes down prayers as he prays.

Aleah prays outlaid with her kids and speaks with them about the positives of life.

Words of advice:

Whatever time you do have with your spouse, be grateful for it. See the big picture of things as a family and a couple.

Show Highlights:

(1:07) Switching gears during Covid

(2:30) We travel as a family for work

(6:54) Tips for photographers

(9:02) How we got into photography

(10:27) Putting my family before the NFL

(12:13) The journey in our photography company

(14:27) Adjustments take time, don’t give up

(15:40) Not having structure can be tough

(17:33) Finding the balance of family and career

(18:50) Our CBD company Majic

(21:10) How we are changing the CBD game

(23:35) Take the time to enjoy those you love

(24:57) You have to make time for yourself

(28:59) Tips for couples who are looking to work together

Connect with Jordan and Aleah on social media:

Instagram - @jordanorwood @aleahnorwood

Company Instagram - @majicwellness

Twitter - @JordaNorwood

Facebook - jordanorwood11

CBD company website - majicwellness.com

Photography company website - https://norwoodfoto.com/

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Peter Shankman is an American entrepreneur and author. He is best known for founding HARO, an online service for journalists to gather feedback from the public.  

Peter Shankman is the top keynote speaker in marketing, brand building, social media, and customer service. The New York Times has called Peter Shankman “a rock star who knows everything about social media and then some.” He is a 5x best-selling author, entrepreneur, and corporate in-person and virtual keynote speaker, focusing on customer service and the new and emerging customer and neuroatypical economy. With three startup launches and exits under his belt, Peter is recognized worldwide for radically new ways of thinking about the customer experience, social media, PR, marketing, advertising, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), and the new Neurodiverse Economy.

Make sure to tune in for some amazing advice on how to grow in your company, in social media, and your goals in life! 

Show Highlights:

(1:29) Peter explains his start being in fashion photography

(1:55) Peter explains being in a chat room, transitioning to being in a news

room, and starting American Online

(3:38) Peter explains quitting, starting a PR company

(7:10) Tips on how to stepping out; and doing your own thing

(7:53) Surrounding yourself with people who see positive

(8:36) The Wackness; and how it relates to how you should see the world, being able to make the change from the power of being alive.

(9:45) The craziness about being bored, working hard at something you love

(10:45) Replacing “have to” with “get to”, his ADHD process

(11:42) Failing business because of choices, and moving forward every single day

(12:45) Peter masterminds the social media landscape

(13:10) Peter breaks down trying something new, giving your audience what they want by asking them, people spending too much time posting

(17:58) Surround yourself with people who focus on accountability

Connect with Peter Shankman on social media:

Instagram - @petershankman

Twitter - @petershankman

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Nicole Ahsinger is an American individual and synchronized trampoline gymnast, representing her nation at international competitions. She competed at world championships, including at the 2015 Trampoline World Championships. She recently competed at the 2016 Olympics in Rio where she received 15th place.

Nicole Ahsinger has sealed her spot as the sole U.S. women's trampoline representative at next month's Tokyo Olympics. Make sure to catch her jumping to the Gold on Thursday, July 29th, at 9 PM PST!

Show Highlights:

(3:04) I became a better Athlete during Covid

(4:27) You have to believe in yourself to win the Gold

(7:31) My team helps me succeed

(8:58) My mindset for this years Olympics

(10:09) Meeting other athletes is one of the best parts of the Olympics

(13:04) The moment I knew I wanted to become an athlete

(14:58) All my sacrifices have paid off

(19:51) The biggest challenges I have faced

(22:32) How I mentally get through training

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Twitter - @NicoleAhsinger

Facebook - nahsinger1

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Kenneth Selmon is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the 400 meters hurdles. He won the USA Outdoor Championship in 2018 and represented his country at the 2018 Athletics World Cup in London, where he won the 400 meters hurdles.

While at UNC from 2014-18, Selmon was a four-time All-American and three-time ACC champion. His best time in the 400-meter hurdles as a Tar Heel was 48.60, which came during a fourth-place finish at the 2017 NCAA Finals and broke what had been a 22-year old school record.

Kenny qualified for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics for the Men’s 400m Hurdles and is scheduled to race on Thursday at 7:33 PM EST! Make sure to tune in and watch him race to the Gold!

Show Highlights:

(5:07) - Push yourself and you will achieve new goals 

(6:24) - You have to push through your pain 

(10:10) - Why you have to get back up when life pushes you down 

(13:01) - How to give life your everyday life your all

(14:06) - God gave you your gift, use it every day 

(15:06) - If someone says you can’t, work harder and prove them wrong 

(15:54) - Take life day by day, you will look back and see how far you have come

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Instagram - @Kenny_Selmon 

Twitter - @KennySelmon

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American singer and songwriter, Gene Noble is best known for the popular song, “One Love,” released in 2016. While he has spent most of his career behind the scenes, Gene is ready for his close-up. 

Gene Noble may be the most experienced “new artist” on the scene today. After years of singing background vocals on stadium tours with iconic artists like John Legend, Chris Brown, Sting, and many others, Gene is embarking upon a personal dream quest. He is taking center stage as a solo act! Toting a brand-new recording deal, a tenacious swag, and a voice like liquid gold, Gene has launched a journey to take the spotlight as the main attraction. Be sure to stay tuned to see what he is doing next!

Tune into this episode out a new episode as Gene dives into how he mentally prepares to the songwriter for artists, how he ignored the fear and stepped out into his own solo career and now has multiple top-charting billboard singles, and he dishes a secret as to what he loves to do when not singing...you probably would never guess this secret in our tell segment. It’s an episode dealing with stripping fear and stepping out to find that inner glow to grow. Tune in!

Show Highlights:

(3:43) Christ Brown taught me so much

(5:10) How I flow when writing for others

(6:08) You don’t have to write for everyone who asks

(7:15) Don’t force anything in life

(9:17) Step out in life, take those chances on faith

(11:27) Fear will always be there, you have to learn to ignore it

(13:46) Why I do music for me

(15:33) How I reached top charts in music

(20:06) Life is all about the “pinch me” moments

Connect with Gene Noble on Social Media:

Instagram - @iamgenenoble


Twitter - @iamgenenoble

Facebook - GeneNobleMusic

Website - https://genenoble.com/

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Shelley Murdock stepped out on faith in an industry that is often shunned. She uses manifestation, principles of self-love, meditation, and inspiration as the foundation to her success in leading millions of women worldwide. 

Born to Caribbean parents, she knew being an entrepreneur would have its challenges...but she pressed on and found a formula that is making waves and building confidence. Her Fit 2 Flaunt App Pole fitness program is a total body workout! It’s a form of calisthenics that allows you to build muscle and strength by using your body weight as resistance.

She believes that you have to continuously put yourself in new situations and environments When her time in the military came to an end; she became an exotic dancer to help pay to finish her college degree. After Shelly graduated, she realized her love for the art of pole dancing and wanted to try and have a physical location where she and other women could train and focus on it as a sport. It awakened a passion in her.

Shelly joins the podcast from her office as she dives into how she turned her passion into a community, the lessons she was able to learn from her past, and how she took a stigma against pole dancing and turned it into a mastermind of self-confidence for women across the globe. Shelly believes that women have to stop accepting the negative thoughts surrounding the sport and own their confidence. Join us on this journey in the amazing world of Shelly Murdock and the voice of the inner women within. Stay Tuned!

Show Highlights:

(2:03) How fear helped changed my life

(3:02) Why you should invest in yourself 

(4:28) Do what you love to do, not what you’re forced to do 

(5:43) How a network of women helped my business 

(7:44) Using my success to give back 

(11:40) Stigmas can be a way to help others 

(14:17) How to see through life’s darkest times

(18:57) Why you should utilize vision boards 

(20:15) Practice really does make perfect 

Connect with Shelly Murdock on Social Media: 

Instagram - @fitbyshelly

App Instagram - @Fit2Flaunt

Facebook - EXOTIC WORKOUTS: Pole fitness. Booty aerobics. Chair dancing. Pole parties

Website - https://fit2flaunt.com/

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