LEAVE EMPTY

One of the best things we can do for ourselves is to simply thrive in our personal journey. From time to time, we can become distracted by what others are doing and forget about the mission that’s been assigned to us. Today I bring Miss Alex Ingram from Make the Distinction mentoring organization to LEAVE EMPTY. Alex has a very infectious outgoing personality that transcends today’s culture. She h...

If you have a sibling or close cousin or friend, you know how challenging it can be to maintain a healthy relationship. Today I sit down with family, two nephews who absolutely love the fact that they are brothers and best friends. Rhakeem & Idriese are the epitome of what brothers and brotherhood should be. Lighthearted, graceful, tough, sensitive and family oriented. These two brothers share...

It is inevitable that we all have a personal appointment with our creator. For some, it can be very scary. For others, it is filled with absolute hope and certainty. I once met a man who impressed, impacted and inspired me to be a better person, a better husband and a better father. Today that man transitioned into eternity, leaving behind a legacy and foundation for a whole generation to glean fr...

One of the most challenging things in life is to ask for help. We often feel isolated, frustrated and even weak if we show our vulnerabilities. For many of us, not asking for assistance can cause us to do irreversible damage to the ones who love us most. Today I sit down with (Ret. Army Sergeant and Combat Veteran) Irving Henry Joyner, to discuss his journey into the man he is still becoming. J, a...

Starting something that you’ve always wanted to do can be challenging. Too often we allow ourselves to get stuck in the ideas of what others think and what we don’t have on board. All of us possess the possibility to achieve great things, so tap into it! Today I sit down with a very determined retired Army Veteran(Lt. Colonel Rhonda R. Snipe) to discuss action items and next steps. Rhonda is proof...

Good friends are hard to come by and when you meet one, make sure you invest the proper time and energy to make it last. Today I sit down with a good friend and her son to discuss the dedication it takes to make their relationship stay on a healthy course. Mutual respect, desire for understanding and a much needed conversation centered around family and legacy are just a few things we cover in thi...

The age of fast moving parts and constant transitioning is one of the challenges for the modern day millennial. Day trading, entrepreneurial ventures and chasing the “bag” are just a few stigmas tied to the right now have it all post generation X members.  Today I sit down with a bona fide 27 year old millennial who wants to serve others and leave a legacy for his children’s children. Marquis Holi...

For many men, becoming a father did not come with a rule book or a specific set of instructions. It was by far the most challenging on the job training we’ve ever experienced. Parenting can be daunting but also very rewarding. Making that early connection with your children can have lasting positive outcomes and prepares them for the support they will need to navigate this life. Today I sit down w...

Welcome back to Season 2 of LEAVE EMPTY!   Not only are we back to have more great conversations but we are here to inspire, encourage and challenge you to be your best self.  Today I am joined by two great friends who share their nearly 24 years of “Sisterhood”.  This lifelong Educator/School Psychologist (Maia Campbell) and Congressional Liaison/Entrepreneur (Ronell Smith), take us back to the i...

Welcome back to Season 2 of LEAVE EMPTY!  Thanks a ton to all of you who have been stopping by and being a part of this journey with me, I appreciate your support! Remember to spread the word. Let’s continue to have those great conversations and take full advantage of the time we’ve been given by living with purpose. Enjoy the conversation, Tony Antoine

In this final episode of season 1, I get to have a very insightful conversation with my 10 year old daughter Gabriella. Gabbi as I like to call her is a determined young lady with big goals and great aspirations to become not only an influencer but a Pediatrician one day. Her thoughts on returning back to in-person learning and her favorite food are just some of the things we discussed in this con...

Have you noticed that the world is becoming a lot less caring and a little more daring? I thought it was just me. In this episode, I take you on a solo trip of my week in review. While my wife is in Guatemala living her best life, I’m dealing with major dysfunction in our world we call supply and demand. If you’ve ever gone into a store and witnessed unpleasant customer interaction then you’re  no...

Sometimes a good conversation with someone can provide you with valuable insight into that person’s life. Your perceptions or misconceptions about them are transforming and educational but also causes introspection. In this episode of LEAVE EMPTY, I sit down with a bona fide thriver who knows what it’s like to have difficulty and extremely challenging times at a young age. Shane Lewis is a man who...

Have you ever looked back over your life and discovered that there was a point and time when stupidity may have been normal? Okay, maybe not normal for some of you but an occasional brain freeze now and then. At some crossroad, you began to think about your choices and found yourself with a new friend called discipline. Today I sit  down with a former camper, Shemar Green. We catch up to discuss w...

Have you ever heard someone banging on cars? If you have, it may have very well been today’s guest, Robert Lee Strother Jr.. Bro. Bob as I like to call him is a musician who has a lot of tricks up his sleeves. He is a husband, father, teacher and author amongst many other things. The one I find most fascinating is his ability to keep things moving forward. From joining the U.S. military to martial...

Being born into a specific race comes with its traditions, customs and various languages. For most of us, our cultural identities are woven into the the fabric of our ancestral beginnings. We take our cues from the elders within the community and enlightening stories  help to shape and mold our values. For many of us, we share similar features, interests, vocal tones and even core competencies but...

Family Therapist Dr. David Pulley treats us with a prescription of relinquishing control. For many of us, holding on to control can put a strain on our relationships and also our personal  health. Sometimes we are unaware of the level of stress we cause ourselves. Today Dr. Dave and I discuss the importance of recognizing our triggers for stress, control and having a “balanced perspective”. We tak...

Inspiration can sometimes  show up when you least expect it.  If you’re not careful, it can put you on a path to greatness or disappointment. The word alone touches emotions that breathe confidence, self-awareness and intentionality.  Some of us just need a little push to get us started on our way to purpose road.  Once there, we’ll meet some people who won’t hesitate to encourage us to keep movin...

Have you ever conquered something so enormous that everything else pales in comparison? Maybe you’ve tried to achieve a goal but it didn’t work out the way you thought it would. Today I sit down with my good friend Lawrence James to have a heart to heart conversation about overcoming the impossible. This Brooklyn NY native son is the epitome of courage, determination and humility. When doctors tol...

When you think of parenting, what comes to mind? How often do you model for your children the art of apologizing? In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Rouse to discuss her parenting guidelines and what works for her as she is raising a teenage daughter. Not only is Michelle a parent, she is also creative, entertaining and has been bitten by the entrepreneurial bug. Her understanding of style...

For many teachers, teaching alone can be a very stressful profession. Competition for the classroom is an ongoing battle between teachers and students. High demand from school administrators and parents are not easily navigated and teachers are the first to be blamed. In this episode, I sit down with Dawn Merritt to discuss her 23 years as a public school teacher in Philly. She shares her teaching...

The pandemic of 2020 continues to be one of the most disruptive times in our history. COVID-19 cases are into the millions and hundreds of thousands have lost their lives. Today I sit down with nurse Lisa West, BSN, RN-BC to discuss her personal experience of being on the frontlines as a caregiver. Her chilling account of the early days of the pandemic is a reminder that nurses and doctors are ess...

Today I sit down with Gina H. Curry to discuss her role as wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and education advocate.  Gina is also an entrepreneur(Coach Your Vision LLC), DEI and Social Justice Consultant. We take a stroll down memory lane to discover the nuances of her journey and to gain insight into her purpose.  She is driven by her faith, family and a desire to see that everyone has fair...

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Leave Empty is about discovering your purpose, potential and legacy. I believe that we are all here for a reason so let’s embrace it. Many of us are full of potential but don’t leave lasting legacies. Go with me on this journey and discuss, discover and explore all of your possibilities. Make your life count!