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It's been a while and long over due that we share music to soothe the spirit. Gospel Music to help us through a troubled time but also music and chat to remind us that we're not alone. This is a time for cleansing, refreshing and renewing ourselves. We never have to struggle with anything alone.

Guess what's happening on Monday....you got it! It's Chaka Khan's Birthday!!! So today we will be celebrating Chaka Khan's music. JaVonne has been a Chakaholic ever since the first note and she if there was a cure, she wouldn't have any part of it! From Tell Me Something Good to Like Sugar and everything in between, we will play the Queen of Funk's Music. This Broadcast is licensed via Live 365 and covers listeners in the USA (through SoundExchange, ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC) In Canada through (SOCAN and Re-Sound) and the UK through ( PPL and PRS for Music)

Most of us know the recognizable name Rolonda Watts due to her talk show in the 1990's or maybe due to her journalistic career. She certainly was a sight to behold on ABC's Eye Witness News. Or maybe you recall her being on some of your favorite soap operas or the television show "Sister Sister" or maybe you know her as a remarkably talented voice over artist. Or perhaps you have seen her recently as a stand up comedian. I mean, what hasn't she done or what can't she do??? 

New York City and Newark, NJ each established an official "Rolonda Day" for her journalistic, community, and humanitarian works. She has served on the Board of Directors for Literacy Volunteers of New York City, the Board of Advisors for the Rahway State Prison's Lifers Group, the Board of Advisors for New York University School of Dentistry, and the Board of Advisors for the United Negro College Fund. She has volunteered as a tutor for H.E.L.P. - the Hollywood Education and Literacy Project. She is a member of Women in Film, AFTRA, and SAG. The Spelman College Alumna Association awarded Ro for her community service. And the McDonald's Corporation honored her as a "Broadcast Legend". 

Today, she joins us for Brunch in the Basement

What's going on? How are you dealing with all the shenanigans? Well, we're going to discuss the virus and the primaries. No worries y'all a change is gonna come. Good news, they're talking about eliminating the interest on student loans. There's some good news :-) We will listen to some music and take your comments on facebook and youtube. Let's make it do what it do On Brunch in the Basement with JaVonne & Terez along with special guest Nathan James.

JaVonne & Terez playing music and chatting it up about the primary election votes, the corona virus and whatever the hell else we feel like chatting about. We are up and ready to go. Can't believe the whole thing? Well, believe it, this is your life! Live it and make every single breath worth while. We are in a season of sewing seeds, so figure out what you want to do and take steps in that direction. Life is for the living, so live it!

It's been a long time and so just for this Sunday evening, JaVonne is back in the basement, listening to some of her favorite gospel tunes and sharing that great soul stirring music with you. Consider tonight's show a pop up and possibly a one shot, but then again obedience dictates that if the show is meant to go on, then the show must go on. Listen in and call in and maybe you can convince this sister that a part of God's plan for her, is to receive and deliver this beautiful music to the world...in a way that only she can do...

This is the beginning of women's month and as we begin our celebration, we have invited a woman of the cloth to join us to discuss her journey and life of service to the church and beyond. Once upon a time, the idea of women in ministry was frowned upon. We have come a long way, but there are still stigmas and barriers to be broken. We will listen to a little gospel music and kick back and chat. Miss a show...miss a lot.

Rev. Pauline Kennedy-Rice has been with UFC-Brooklyn. since 1993. Ordained as Deacon 2007, Minister 2014, and Reverend 2019. Before officially taking membership, classes and becoming a member, her Saturday’s were spent assisting in feeding the community at-large, especially those who were literally in the streets. She started off as a member of the Inspirational Choir, Founder and Co-chair of S.O.F.I.A (Sisters of Faith in Action), Co-creator of the Iyami Brunch, Co-chair of the Hospitality Committee, member of the Pastoral Care Team. Retired February 2013, as a Mandated High School Counselor. Currently working with young adults 18-24, who are on Public assistance, and live in Shelters. Received her B.A. in School/Community Health, 1997, from Queens College. Her M.S. in Counseling 2004, and Advanced Certification, in 2006, from Brooklyn College. A graduate of Iyana Vanzant’s. InnerVisions Institute of Spiritual Development, in 2016. A mother of four, grandmother of eight, and great-grandmother of nine. Rev. Pauline met her future wife in UFC-Brooklyn-Spiritual Development class in 1997 and married to the Deacon. now Sr. Pastor A. Deborah Rice since August 12, 2000.

There are times in life when you just need to hear those "Thirsty Jams" and tonight is one of those nights. Songs that make you shake your head, close your eyes, sing your heart out ( on or off key doesn't matter) and think about that special someone or those special people. We are going to play some of those jams but with JaVonne & Terez, there is sure to be laughter in the mix, so whether or not you have someone special in mind, join us for a Thirsty Thursday Nite in the Basement

JaVonne & Terez playing music and chatting it up about the primary election votes, the corona virus and whatever the hell else we feel like chatting about. We are up and ready to go. Can't believe the whole thing? Well, believe it, this is your life! Live it and make every single breath worth while. We are in a season of sewing seeds, so figure out what you want to do and take steps in that direction. Life is for the living, so live it!

JaVonne and Terez are celebrating 6 years of podcasting magic. Listening to music, clips from prior shows, and talking about today's worldly topics. Taking your calls (917) 645-8485 and reading your posts live. Fun times for all. International internet radio show for the inquisitive mind and the sophistocated ear. Make sure you tell someone about the show. Sharing is caring. Brunch in the Basement with JaVonne & Terez Saturdays 11AM-1PM EST. You never know who might drop in! (We hope it's you)