What Do I Do Now?

In this episode, I talk with the proud son of Selma, Alabama A&M, and leader in public service of the South, Collins Pettaway III. Collins has an interesting journey that's filled with life lessons as well as inspiration to pick you up wherever you are at in your personal journey through life. Topics that are covered in this episode include: his alma mater, his pursuit of his career that made way for his current passion, understanding his own path/personal journey, the 2020 Senate Runoff Election, the late John Lewis, his family's legacy of being a servant to the public, and his future plans in politics. You can reach Collins on his personal website, collinsp3.com, follow him on his social media platforms; @cpettaway3 on Facebook & Twitter, @cp3_820 on Instagram. Be on the lookout for his upcoming podcast titled, "The Black Constitution" that can be streamed on multiple platforms at linktr.ee/TheBlackConstitution.

On January 3rd, Shaheed Dent was just trying to show a co-worker the city of Atlanta, his home all his life. Little did he know he wouldn't have an ordinary Sunday to start off the year. His viral video has been seen hundreds of thousands of times and has been heralded as the "Hero With The Hugs." Since the video has been released, there are negative stories that have attempted to surface to diminish his good name. Shaheed talks about his act of courage on the latest episode of "What Do I Do Now?" Shaheed can be reached on social media, @heed_this on Instagram and @shaheeddent on Twitter.

The podcast took a break. Unannounced. Undisclosed. And it wasn't fair to the listeners. I'm going to share what happened in December 2020 as well as what's to come in 2021. This episode is the mid-season finale for the first season and the first half of my personal journey through life. I give roses to many people that helped along the way & today's episode is dedicated to my grandmother, Carrie Sirmons, who would have celebrated her 87th birthday today.

This is a special edition episode because I get to talk with someone that I am grateful to work with every weekday afternoon in Atlanta. For #BlackFriday, I get to talk to Georgia Radio Hall Of Famer, 2x Emmy Award winner, only Black in-game announcer for two major sports franchises (Atlanta Hawks & Atlanta Falcons), Ryan Cameron. He's been referenced in several earlier episodes with other guests and he joins me on this episode to talk about his health battle earlier this year, his Ryan Cameron Foundation health fair on Saturday, November 28th, and what made him choose me to be his producer as a board operator. Plenty to dive into and unpack, but make sure you are following him on his social media platforms: @doitfortheryan on Instagram, @ryancameron on Twitter, Ryan Cameron Show on Facebook, & download his free Ryan Cameron app on Google Play or App Store. Please enjoy the latest episode of #WhatDoIDoNow?

To be able to call someone you admire a true friend is a blessing, but when your friend steps up in ways you never knew you needed, during one of the most difficult times, you are forever indebted. Rashan Ali is a powerhouse in so many different areas & has been able to share her gifts locally as well as nationally. In this episode, we discuss her craft developing in several areas of media broadcasting, our bond with Ryan Cameron, being a mother, what Atlanta means to her, & even get to talk about the hometown Atlanta Falcons. You can follow her at @rashanali on all her social media platforms to connect with her.

This is the live podcast episode with @catpolivoda to continue an incredible conversation about a small business navigating through several changes in her own life due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we discussed new innovations she's come up with her business, what it was like to get to the next level as a business owner, and the election that has been called for the President of the United States. Please make sure you check out her shop, @cakeplussize, her podcast, @matteroffatpod, & her journey representing the plus size community, women entrepreneurs, & a champion for all walks of life.

This episode is one that follows the journey of a Bay Area native & LA resident, Ashley Gonzalez, on how she moved from her anxiety from her occupation to her current triumphs as a social media account manager maven. We cover more than just her rise to the mountain she's conquered, we discuss upbringings, relationships, & the balance you look for between your craft & companionship. You can follow her on social media, @ashleysayshello, if she lets you. Enjoy the latest installment from the WDIDN podcast.

Another Monday brings a new episode of "What Do I Do Now?" In 2020, small business owners are sinking, treading water, or swimming. And the discussion guest I have in this episode has built an ship that is keeping a lot of people, including herself, safe & secure from being fish food. Cat Polivoda has been on the forefront of body positivity, brand building, and inspiring the next generation of women to blaze the next trail with her business, Cake Plus Size Resale (@cakeplussize). In this episode, you'll learn about the beginning stages and growing pains, all the way to the present day operations & her bright future. Cat is also a co-host of her own podcast, "Matter Of Fat" (@matteroffatpod/matteroffatpod.com) & you can follow her at @catpolivoda on all social media.

This episode is one that is special because it's the first episode with MULTIPLE guests. From our time in Muncie, Indiana, Kirsten White, Kyree Shockley, Brad Gray, & myself all found our way to Atlanta to change our circumstances. Listen to what our journeys have looked like and where we are headed.

This is another installment from the #WhatDoIDoNow podcast with @bpopetv. This is the second & video interview I do with guests titled #TheFollowUp. Talking with Brandon in this episode features Bama/UGA game, the moderators during the political season, ups/downs working in media, & LeBron James' 4th NBA title. You can see Brandon on @thejamtvshow and follow him on social media, @bpopetv. Please check out his episode, PERSEVERE, on my podcast.