I’m excited to welcome Alycia Steelman, CEO and Founder of Ascension Educational Services. Alycia is a results-driven leader with more than 15 years of experience spearheading transformational change within organizations. Her mission is to empower enterprises to achieve unprecedented growth by harnessing innovation, technology, and strategic leadership.

As a business strategist, she has a proven track record of crafting and executing visionary strategies that keep organizations ahead of the curve. Alycia thrives in diverse, multicultural environments, bridging cultural gaps to lead teams to exceptional results. Her leadership style is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and accountability—values that not only define her work but inspire those around her to excel beyond their potential.

She’s a relentless learner and a thought leader who actively identifies emerging trends and disruptive technologies, sharing her insights to help enterprises and communities grow stronger. It’s an honor to have her here today to talk about leadership, innovation, and the future of business strategy."

So often when we come across young writers, they have their heads in the sky about a topic but dont have the knwoledge to write the darn thing! Greer Nadeau is not that- she is witty, erudite and wants you to hear about her take on one of the most classic stories from Antiquity- The Pursuit of Daphne by Apollo! In her version, Apollo and Daphne are certainly star crossed but she layers the story with insights on the deeper life of Daphne-who was she to her loved ones, where did she come from, and why did history silence so much of her side of the tale. Its a fascinating talk! #Trend with us

Kyle loves a few things- one of them is telling people whats right and what is definately wrong! Raw, uncut and always opinionated and never shy to share it, this former professional wrestler shares his insights on the state of the sport, scary movies, and the big movements of our times such a protests, pundits and putzes and who we really need to fight against! Its a wild ride, #Trend with us!

Virtues Constellation is my debut novel on Kindle, Soft Cover and now Audiobook on Audible, Amazon and iTunes. I loved writing and narrating this book so in our first episode I discuss how I came up with the main story, advice for new authors at the beginning of their journeys and also who I chose to narrate this fantasy novel with clashing Gods, warring mortals and a whole lot of mystery! #trend with us and ENTER THE CONSTELLATION!

From the rugged hills of Sylva, North Carolina, to the cockpit of America’s most elite military aircraft, Anthony Dyer has lived a life few could imagine. Raised in a world where grit wasn’t just a trait—it was survival—he carried that spirit into the U.S. Air Force, serving over a decade as a Combat Special Missions Aviator. Flying into some of the most dangerous war zones on Earth, Anthony executed high-risk missions with unshakable precision and courage. But when the battlefields go quiet, and the mission is over—what comes next? Today, we find out.

Trend with us and click the link below for his novel Moon Childhttps://www.amazon.com/Moon-Child-Special-Missions-Aviator/dp/B0DZMXBHJ4

Join us for a powerful conversation with Amarin Trichanh, U.S. Army combat veteran, author of I Am My Sister’s Keeper, and unstoppable advocate for military justice. On this episode, we delve into her inspiring life story—from surviving three combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, to bravely exposing widespread military sexual assault and abuse within the armed forces!

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll hear:

• 🚨 Behind-the-scenes of her campaigns: How she challenged abuse at the highest levels of command and fought for greater accountability.

• ✍️ On writing I Am My Sister’s Keeper: The unfiltered journey of documenting her painful experiences and the emotional process of sharing her truth .

• 🔍 Her life now: From veteran to activist—Amarin talks about healing, resilience, and channeling her advocacy to support survivors and push for systemic change.

• 💬 Insights for listeners: Advice for anyone confronting trauma or challenging the status quo, and reflections on courage, community, and transformation.

This is raw, honest storytelling that shifts perspectives and challenges us all to stand up for justice. Tune in, be moved—and join the conversation.

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This week on The Trend with Justin A. Williams, I’m joined by the sensational Syndee Winters—Broadway powerhouse, recording artist, and storyteller with a voice that transcends the stage. From commanding roles as Nala in The Lion King to portraying all three Schuyler Sisters in Hamilton, Syndee brings a unique perspective on creativity, culture, and claiming your narrative. Tune in as we explore the intersection of art, activism, and what it means to rise in your purpose. She has a new project out honoring Lena Horne and will be performing this year at the incredible NOLA2NOFO Festival at the Borghese Vineyard in North Fork Long Island. #Trend with us

US Military Veteran Mindy Dougherty is truly a Resilient Warrior! One who has conquered the powerful dangers of pain, injustice, and oppression in her life such that she is a real, breathing hero in all senses. We talk about her journey to overcome not being able to walk with out falling to her two great books (links below) to her current life as an advocate for healing, stem cell research and beyond! What a story she has to tell! Trend with us!

Links to her books:

https://www.amazon.com/Resilient-Warrior-Mindy-Dougherty/dp/B08CWCGT7B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YTRN8TKQ3PTL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.x_MKFe8Umn5borJoV6Apmw.U76JotX55C7VFUE1AzxJKoy76woJ0CdQnlDXjtZltIQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+resilient+warrior+mindy+dougherty&qid=1747582994&sprefix=mindy+dough%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Dragons-Voice-Mindy-Dougherty/dp/B0DWMNBD4R/ref=sr_1_1?crid=358DOAEZ9UKDP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fSlHHSHQcLSZR_fnqNQl0g.T8LLJ8LUMUUVvT99f2AsPf-Yd4e40IJdAjNry5BAqc4&dib_tag=se&keywords=mindy+dougherty+dragon&qid=1747583233&s=digital-text&sprefix=mindy+dougherty+dragon%2Cdigital-text%2C60&sr=1-1

Welcome back to The Trend with Justin A. Williams! I'm your host, Justin, and today we are honored to be joined by a truly brilliant mind — Professor Hans Kajiba Kuzanga. A leading voice in African intellectual discourse, Professor Kuzanga’s work bridges cultures, ideas, and generations. Today, we dive deep into his journey, his groundbreaking research, and the insights that are shaping the future. You don’t want to miss this one — stay tuned!

For our 100th episode celebration we have a special guest with a special book !!The tagline for former CEO Bob Ravener's spinetingling drama is "As corruption consumes the early 20th-century NYPD, war hero Frank C. Smith faces a battle between loyalty and survival. From the trenches of war to New York’s ruthless streets, his fight for justice blurs the line between hero and villain."

We have a riveting interview about his story from abject poverty to the American Dream his forefathers only had a taste of. But by following his forefathers grit and the cleverness of some of the greatest heroes and complicated villains of history, Bob, like us all, is a man on a mission- to get you to believe in American and individual valor in the face of impossible and fateful odds! Trend with us