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Ashley Carter and Jasmine Westbrooks-Figaro are the co-founders of an organization called the “EatWell Exchange Inc.” EatWell Exchange Inc. is a nonprofit organization that uses nutrition & education to decrease health disparities in low socioeconomic communities. They guide people in communities that are considered food deserts to make positive lifestyle changes while respectfully maintaining their culture.

They both join the show to talk about things people need to incorporate in their diet to live a healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Carl V. Hill is the chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer for the Alzheimer's Association, overseeing strategic initiatives to strengthen the Association's outreach to all populations, and providing communities with resources and support to address the Alzheimer's crisis.

With June being Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association is urging people to recognize the early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in their loved ones. He joins Dr. Peterson to discuss those signs and the increased rates of Alzheimer’s in the Black community.

Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel joins the show. He talks to us about the shooting at Lemon Hill, and where the investigation stands.

Dyana Williams is an American radio and music industry professional, journalist, community activist, artist development and media coach, and documentarian, as well as the founder of Influence Entertainment and co-founder of the Pennsylvania-based non-profit advocacy organization, the International Association of African American Music Foundation (IAAAM Foundation).

Karen Smith is the proud recipient of a 2023 Pew Fellowship grant. A New York Native/Philadelphia Transplant, Karen is a percussionist, playwright, director, producer, and poet. She is also the founder and leader of two musical collectives: The Karen Smith Experience, and Sistahs Laying Down Hands (SLDH).

Sibil "Fox" Richardson and Robert "Rob" Richardson are a New Orleans-based couple renowned for their unwavering commitment to criminal justice reform and family resilience. Their compelling journey gained national attention through the 2020 Oscar-nominated documentary "TIME", which chronicles Fox's relentless 21-year campaign to secure Rob's release from prison.

Fox and Rob join the show to talk about their new production set to come out on Juneteetth, “TIME II: Unfinished Business". This film highlights Fox & Rob’s efforts to reform the criminal justice system. Fox, who served 3½ years for her role in the bank robbery, emerged as a passionate advocate for her husband's freedom. Her efforts culminated in Rob's release in 2018, following a clemency grant by Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards.

Trisha Calvo is the Deputy Editor of Health & Food for the Consumer Reports, an independent, nonprofit member organization that works side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace. A health and nutrition editor for more than 30 years, Trisha has held senior editor positions at Rodale Books, Shape magazine, and Fitness magazine. She holds a Bachelor of Science in business journalism from Baruch College in New York City.

Trisha joins the show to talk about why it’s important for melanated individuals to use screen, and the potential dangers of not wearing sunscreen when exposed to the sun for extended periods of time.

George Dines is the host of the podcast, "The Common Sense Millionaire": a podcast that gives listeners financial tips on how to be smarter from a financial and investment perspective.

George joins the show to further talk about the status of social security benefits of Americans under the current Donald Trump administration.

Michael Tillery is a sports reporter. He has written for SLAM magazine, New York Times, Sportskeeda, Bleacher Report, The Nation, Sacramento Mag, The Shadow League, and Landscape — which formerly was The Undefeated.

Michael joins the show to talk about Grand Slam Track coming to Philadelphia. Grand Slam Track is an elite track event series featuring the sport's biggest stars in head-to-head competition. Gabrielle Thomas was one of the athletes in attendance. Michael also weighs in on TNT ending its coverage of NBA games, the hottest teams in the WNBA, and more.

Greg Bryant and Paul Horton are from the jazz band CONCURRENCE, whose recent album “Indivisible” sheds light on an overlooked chapter in American History, one which irrevocable altered Black and Brown communities across the country — the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1956.

They both joined Dr. Peterson to discuss more about what inspired the message and the music of the “Indivisible” album and reflecting on the importance of Black Music Month.