Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. We believe this will positively impact your life.

Our special guest for episode 46 is Grammy award winning songwriter Marshal Carpenter.

In this episode we discuss

- The importance of staying true to who you are

- The blessing that was bigger than the grammy

- His journey through COVID 19

And so many other wisdom nuggets

Marshal has a songwriting career spanning 30 years.  His songs have been performed by recording artists Kelly Price, Maurette Brown-Clark, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir and Pastor T.D. Jakes' The Potters House Choir just to name a few.  Marshal's song “We Sing Praises” won a Grammy on the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir’s “Be Glad” album and has won him international acclaim.  He and is wife Sheila, together own and operate Marshe’ Music Publishing, Inc., SRC Management & Productions, and More Than A Song Songwriters Music and Arts Conference.

Best ways to connect with and support Marshal Carpenter:

  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/marshcarp/

  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/marshalcarpenter

  Twitter - https://twitter.com/marshcarp

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel, virtual workouts and more) at  https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. We believe this will positively impact your life.

Our special guest for episode 45 is singer/songwriter Beverly Burton.

In this episode we discuss

- The power of taking 10 steps backward

- Avoiding the time stealing aspects of social media

- Learning from the lessons of others

and so many other wisdom nuggets. 

Beverly and I have worked on many projects together from her own original music to Grammy award winning bassist Reggie Parker.  Beverly has an amazing ear for harmony and a beautiful voice. She is also a gifted songwriter. She is an author and also runs the Beverly Burton School of Music. She loves people and most of all loves God and is in the middle of living a life that is inspirational.

- Best ways to connect with and support Beverly Song Burton -

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beverly_song_burton/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/beverly.s.burton.3

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel, virtual workouts and more) at  https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. This will positively impact your life. Our special guest for episode 44 is Elizabeth June.

In this episode we discuss

Accepting God's timing for your life

How GOD became real for her when she left the church

The value of writing your own obituary

and so many other wisdom nuggets.

Elizabeth June hails from The Bronx and is a co-founder of SilverLox Films along with her husband,Jason S. Williams.  June is a company member of The Robey Theatre Company founded by Ben Guillory and Danny Glover. 

Her TV credits include: Criminal Minds, Fresh Off the Boat, As The World Turns, Hightown and Black-ish where she got to play her hero Harriet Tubman. June is also a cast member of the audio drama BRONZEVILLE produced by Laurence Fishburne and Larenz Tate.

June earned her MFA from the Actors Studio Drama School.  She has sung in church since she was 7 years old and has toured

Europe with Phyliss McKoy Joubert of the The Joubert Singers. June is also a certified Yoga instructor and has been a breast cancer survivor since August 2019.

Best ways to connect with and support Elizabeth June:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elizabethjuneny/

Website - http://elizabethjune.com/official/

Co-Star Reel - https://vimeo.com/197741093

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel, virtual workouts and more) at  https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. This will positively impact your life. Our special guest for episode 43 is Michael Gayle.

In this episode we discuss

- Going beyond successful moments

- How obedience puts GOD’s name on the line

- Principles for true success

and so many other wisdom nuggets.

Michael Gayle is a native of Stuggart, Germany raised in the United States by Caribbean parents. He is a multi-talented Musician who plays several instruments including the saxophone, double bass and Hammond organ. Michael is an arranger and composer for both large and chamber ensembles. He is a film composer, record producer, audio engineer, with a background in Caribbean/Jazz, Gospel, Contemporary Christian and Classical music.

Michael Gayle is a graduate of Adelphi University, College of Arts and Sciences, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Music. He also holds two master’s degrees. At New York University he earned his master’s in Music Theory and Composition; and from Columbia University, a Master’s in Music Education. Michael is currently a Doctoral Candidate at Columbia University where his studies merge the disciplines of music and neuroscience. He currently holds positions as an Instructor at Columbia and Adjunct assistant Professor at St. John’s University. Michael runs his own companies Michael S. Gayle Media Inc. and Gayle Musical Instruments. He is a loving husband and father of four. Michael’s profound love for music is evident in each note he plays and any instrument, and his dedication to sharing this love with his students and audiences at large will ensure his musical and educational longevity for years to come.

Best ways to connect with and support Michael Gayle

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealmichaelgayle/

YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwCMDbShos2dABtRygYbdJw

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

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel, virtual workouts and more) at  https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. This will positively impact your life.

Our special guest for episode 42 is Jason Hendrickson. In this episode Jason shares the main principle for his success, keys to moving pass your past and inspiration to use your past to be a blessing to others. We also touch on the stain of divorce.

Jason Hendrickson is a man of many talents, first gaining notoriety as a master percussionist for Bishop Hezekiah Walker and the Love Fellowship Crusade Choir. His musicality led to additional touring opportunities with Lost Boyz/Mr. Cheeks and Faith Evans to name a few. As a song writer, he has penned music for several of his own projects as well as for Grammy and Stellar Award winning recording artist Marvin Sapp.

Jason's music uses every day life experiences to encourage people to renew their hope in God. He was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Sacred Music from ABG Seminary and is an in demand speaker, life catalyst, and published author. He is a powerful preacher and teacher of the Gospel as well as a tastemaker and influencer. On the entrepreneurial side, he is the CEO of All Things Apparel which features a robust clothing line and recently moved into culinary dessert creations and an extensive gourmet coffee line.

How to connect with and support Jason Hendrickson

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaeHen

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jason.hendrickson.7798

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonhendrickson/

Books

Why He Married Her and Played Me: The Sequel - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B092LLDFPR/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

The Race To The Ring: The Seven C's Of A Successful Courtship - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085F4B5FX/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i3

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel, virtual workouts and more) at https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. This will positively impact your life.

Our special guest for episode 41 is Mr. Chris Daniels. In this episode Chris gives his definition of success and shares one of his most memorable success stories. We also touch on pornography addiction and the mindset of being a servant.

Chris Daniels, professionally known as Coach Chris is a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. He was born Nov 1, 1965 (55 Years old) Brooklyn, NY and is the founder of Chris Fit (Personal Training, Partner Training & Group Fitness Training)

Chris also partners with Cam Kids Pediatrics as a kids group Fitness instructor for their anti-obesity program. He provides personal training for kids 12 to 17 years of age, taught as a group instructor at 24 Hour Fitness and Crunch Fitness and teaches Kids Fitness along with Character Ed and Academic Enrichment through Edutainment for public and Charter Schools within the five boroughs of NY.

Connect with and support Chris Daniels

Website: https://www.chrisfit3d.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.daniels.71

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisfit3d/

(for kids) - https://www.mrchrismusicalexperience.info/ - https://www.facebook.com/chrisfit3d

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Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. This will positively impact your life.

Our special guest for episode 40 is Duawne Starling, who is more than a successful singer and recording artist. We discuss the fact that we are more than what we do and the importance embracing all facets of who God created us to be.

Duawne’s resume is virtually a who’s who in music. He has worked with artists such as Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Fred Hammond, Nicole Mullen, Michael W. Smith, Sandy Patti, Michael Jackson, Patti Austin, Dolly Parton, Michael McDonald, Kelly Price and countless others. After distinguishing himself as one of the top supporting vocalists in the music industry, he launch his solo career. Duawne’s captivating tenor voice earned him the opportunity to sing “We Shall Overcome” at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Dedication. Duawne also sang the finale at Senator Edward “Ted” Kennedy’s 77th Birthday Celebration, and he was the first and only man to sing for the Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards.

Not only does Duawne have the vocal schooling of years in the studio and on the road, he is also an accomplished songwriter, actor, former model, and former co-host of Magnify Him on the 3ABN Network. Three of his musical compositions, “Finally I”, recorded by the late Daryl Coley, “Everything”, and “With This Ring” recorded by Duawne, are on the chart topping wedding compilation project “With This Ring”. His voice can also be heard singing “Imagine A Place”, the theme song for Tokyo Disney in Tokyo, Japan. Ultimately, Duawne describes himself as a “simple man” and has one goal. “I just want to be all that I am intended; a man of honor, a faithful husband and a loving father. I want my life to bring light to the world around me”.

Connect with Duawne

Website: https://duawnestarling.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/duawnestarlingartist

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duawnestarling/

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel and virtual workouts and more) at https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. This will positively impact your life. Our special guest for episode 39 is Jeff Williamson, Communications Director for Orange County Government and we discuss recognizing opportunities and the value of pivoting.

Prior to Jeff's current position as the communication director, he was the spokesman for the Orange County Sheriff's Office, where he handled hundreds of media cases including the arrest and trial of Casey Anthony, the death of drum major Robert Champion, and Lane Graves the 2 year old killed by an alligator on a tourist hotel beach.

Prior to his government service, Jeff worked as a broadcast journalist for affiliates of NBC, FOX, CBS and the New York Times. During that time he won multiple journalism awards. He also spent a number of years on the staff of G.Q. Magazine.

He is the author of the book, “Feeling Tall Eight Short Lessons on Courage and Change, has written numerous articles for national magazines, and is the recipient of the FBI Trilogy Award for Excellence in Law Enforcement Leadership.

Connect with Jeff

Website: http://jeffwilliamson.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffwilliamsonphd

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel and virtual workouts and more) at https://www.bemoretoday.com

Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. Today's Words 4 Life discussion is with Jazz performing artist Pauline Jean. Pauline has performed at many prominent jazz venues and festivals around the world. She has presented concerts throughout the United States, Russia, Israel, China, Europe and the Caribbean. She also makes it her business to travel to Haiti once a year to give back with food distribution, instrument distribution, workshops and more. Pauline has been featured on Grammy-winning artist Dan Zanes' tribute album to blues icon Lead Belly.

On August 6, 2020, Pauline debuted her brand new single, Ain't I A Woman (Singing Truth). She pays tribute to Sojourner Truth, a powerful force in the fight for justice and equality for both African Americans and all women in the United States. As a matter of fact if you stay till the end we're going to let you hear the song.

In this episode we discuss

- The importance of being prepared.

- What keeps her from experiencing impostor syndrome

- Why blinders are a good thing and so many other wisdom nuggets.

Connect with Pauline Jean:

Music Video - https://youtu.be/pd0kzhgrgf4

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

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/paulinejeanmusic

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauline.jean.music/

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel and virtual workouts and more) at https://www.bemoretoday.com

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Welcome to another Words 4 Life discussion. Today I linked up with Jongnic Bontemps (JB), a film composer that has had the opportunity to land some nice opportunities in his first 9 years in the business. As a maestro of Silicon Valley, he wrote everything from the hip-hop infused score for the Tribeca-favorite documentary United Skates, to rousing additional music for the acclaimed film Creed II directed by Steven Caple Jr. He became the go-to composer for Caple Jr. while scoring his coming-of-age drama The Land, for which he also orchestrated the song “This Bitter Land” performed by Nas and Erykah Badu. Most recently, JB crafted an impactful and deeply personal score for the documentary film My Name is Pauli Murray, directed by Betsy West & Julie Cohen, the Oscar-nominated filmmaking team behind RBG. The film recently had its world premiere at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival.

In our discussion we talk about how he experienced what many would call success in the tech industry and gave it up to follow GOD's vision for his life.

In this episode we reference:

A comedy show by Michael Jr. - https://youtu.be/TKSpqxXyVmk

Words 4 Life track played at the end of the podcast - Everything (feat. Pastor Shawn Boonstra) - https://youtu.be/YEYraIzP37s

Connect with Jongnic Bontemps:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jongnic/

Article on Variety - https://variety.com/2021/artisans/awards/composer-jongnic-bontemps-1234927672/

Get more information about Be More Today (Words 4 Life tracks, podcasts, apparel and virtual workouts and more) at https://www.bemoretoday.com

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