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African diaspora history has been either completely ignored or deliberately misconstrued to the point that the descendants are in a constant identity crisis. Realizing this, Quineka Ragsdale knew that a tool was needed to not only teach her children, but also others. Therefore, she decided to create one.
The Dallas native realized that she had a love for writing since an elementary student. She also embraced history as a vehicle that unlocked answers from the past. Quineka wouldn’t merge the two until she discovered that the understanding of the current African American plight was laced within the stories of African diaspora history.
Raised in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Quineka attended DISD public schools throughout her traditional schooling and eventually received a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of North Texas in Denton. Quineka began writing the Demarcus Jones book series in 2010. Her natural love for history and writing flowed into a fictional character who brings mystery, adventure and excitement intertwined with historical facts. The series currently includes four installments with history spanning across every inhabited continent over the course of thousands of years. The reading level for the Demarcus Jones series is ages 9-12 and the series is available in paperback, e-book and audiobook formats.
Quineka continues to create historical products that inspire youth, through her company CJK Publishing. She travels all over the country to share CJK Publishing’s mission of telling our stories through our eyes. She recently published the book “Perseverance” with Melanin Origins, Global Publishing Company. Purchase her book now at www.melaninorigins.com. Use discount code "THEQUAD" for free shipping on all BLACK HISTORY BOOKS orders.
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On this episode, the QUAD invites Regina James to the mic. We discussed getting that new job in the new year and how to land your dream job, popular careers, highest paid jobs and tips for excellent resume writing.
Regina worked for years as the director of Student Services at SMU, and now offers freelance resume services.
She is committed to connecting and empowering others to pursue purpose-driven work! She believes that everyone should strive to design a career that will inspire and challenge, understanding that the career journey is an ever-changing process.
We love to bring in professionals with experience, and Regina has over 15+ years in the arena of career services. She works collaboratively with clients to match values with career interests through self-awareness, all while exploring options to establish goals and overcome challenges. She’s also worked with Recruiters representing many notable industries.
She has served on the National Association of Colleges and Employers Leadership Advisory Committee and has published in the Career Marketing Guide and Career Development Journal. As a Certified Professional Resume Writer, she’s critiqued and written thousands of resumes and provided individual and group coaching sessions in resume and cover letter writing, interviewing, and job search strategies.
Tune in as she gives the QUAD listeners these tips, and of course we couldn’t let her leave without leaving us with some DON’Ts as it relates to the resume writing and job interview process.

Contact Regina James at: [email protected]

On this bonus episode, Anthony and Artesia of Tha Reality Is are joined by their good friend Frank Minikon of The Quad, as they come out of a short hiatus due to Anthony's impatient ass to give you guys more of Tha Reality Is! Listen in as they discuss: how death brings about perspective, awful people, this years highs and lows with the podcast and more!

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Music by @Lbodean (Twitter & Instagram)

On this episode, Absolutely Adia and Tha Franchize discuss the season, the weather changes, and how the holidays can be a real downer for some people. The pressures of this time of year is enough to cause a level of stress that is more intense than any other time of year.

Of course we encourage you to check on your strong friends, but also to examine if you're being that same great friend to yourself that you are to others.

Self-care, however it looks for each individual, is the key to healthy living. Limit taking on too much responsibility, and encourage others to assist when planning events and gatherings gets overwhelming. Most importantly, it's okay to say NO. As Franchize always says on social media, "When I say no to you, I'm saying YES to ME!". Say yes to you, and enjoy this pre-holiday season episode, brought to you by the QUAD!

When you take the streets to the studio but keep it in the family, that's MLMG! Yes Max Life Music Global is on the rise, and they are the movement of the year. Cre Montana, MaxLife Day and Hundo Maxx brought the energy to the studio and shared their perspective on the instant come up, the process and work it took to be seen, studio vibes and most importantly FAMILY. These young artist from Dallas TX are standing firm on what makes them live life to the MAX and what it means to them. It’s been said that things do not happen overnight, but in 6 short months MLMG have proven anything can happen if you put the work in and consistently ride your own wave....and they rode that wave right into MZ Studios to chop it up with the QUAD!

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This inspiring couple has laid the blueprint for success in business and in relationships. This is a journey and love a story, and they stress the importance of elevating each other and being supportive. "When your spouse wins, you win...PERIOD." Trust and communication is key, and without it the assumptions can destroy what hasn't yet been built. Being an example is important because they also mentor other young and aspiring couples who value their guidance. Work, life, and balance. Between clothing businesses and media companies, this team understands the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Mrs. Leonard discusses her lifestyle change, her weight loss journey, and becoming a STRONG by Zumba Certified Instructor and teaching free classes in Irving. Without challenge, there's no change. Stay motivated, and connect with people. Everyone has their own soundtrack, and the Leonards’ are dancing to their own beat. On this episode we make music…THE QUAD WAY!
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On this bonus episode, THE FRANCHIZE joins KT for a QUAD/SPORTSLIFETALK mashup! Listen as they discuss just about everything sports! From Connor McGregor's future in the WWE to a colorful debate about Lebron and Kobe. Is Mahomes from the Chief's this year's MVP? What's up with Dallas? More from the NFL, NBA, and other sports! TUNE IN NOW!! Without sports, life is just talk.

LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX BABY! So men are microwaves, and women are ovens, who knew? As with any and everything in human relationships, communication is the key to success. What do you like? What does your partner like? Have you told your partner about the things you do not like, or the things you like that aren't being done, or what you'd like to explore? CUM-munication will relieve the stress and pressure when it cums to sex in a relationship.

As a sex therapist, Dr. Wall helps her clients achieve sexual freedom. It's important to understand the differences in men and women sexually, and for MEN especially, it's critical to be attentive to their women.

Medication, diet, and exercise can all affect performance, and our overall health can affect our sexual performances.

Put your earbuds in and listen to the accomplished and certified Dr. Wall field questions from the QUAD. Get ready to be sex educated....THE QUAD WAY!

Dr. Wall's contacts:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 214-396-6503
IG: @greennvy

On this episode of the Quad, we invite Comedian David Griffin back into the studio. If you remember last time, we interviewed his butter half Jen Griffin on Episode 12 and he was present, but didn't have a hot mic. Well we fixed that and we able to chop it up with him this time.

We discussed everything from his comedic style, his inspiration, and his beautiful family that just keeps growing and growing! Being a clean comic has its benefits, and because of that, many doors and opportunities open up for him. He also tells us how he used to use his comedy to get the girls!

He takes pride in his craft, and has a respect and appreciation for those comedians that came before him. Tune in as we do our rapid fire segment and see what he thinks of the comics we fire off at him.

We stay hittin the guests with thought provoking questions....and we do it THE QUAD WAY!!

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Instagram: @davidgriffincomedy

The crew gets back together again to discuss the week that was. From the Bobby Brown story to the Cardi B vs. Nicki beef, and comments on Eminem's new album Kamikaze. We also give our views on social media and how it can be used as a tool to spread positive or negativity to those consuming it.

It was a weekend full of stories from the sports and entertainment world, and although we didn't have the time to get into all, we definitely covered the highlights.

We couldn't end the podcast without remembering a few people that passed and had to pay our respects to the fallen in Aretha Franklin, Mac Miller, and Botham Jean. Rest in Power.

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