OuttaDeeBox Podcast

Send us Fan Mail What if you could unlock the true power of community connection and celebration? Christina Williams, the executive director of the Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce, joins us to unravel this secret. Christina sheds light on how the Chamber serves as a vital link between businesses, resources, and customers. She takes us on an enlightening journey of Cornfest, an annual community eve...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine hustling through your life, moving from city to city, grappling with the harsh realities of gang life, and surviving the trauma of multiple shootings. This is the life story of Rolando Oates, a man whose resilience and unwavering pursuit for a better life led him to a path of finding solace in dogs and the world of dog-breeding.  Join us as we walk through Rolando's e...

Send us Fan Mail When streets talk, they tell tales of struggle and success, of alleyways that lead to avenues of opportunity. Tune into a powerful narrative as I, Dee Star, am joined by Kingston Robertson, the visionary behind the Holy Godz clothing line. Kingston's journey from Englewood, Chicago's hardened pathways to the forefront of the fashion world, is remarkable. Bearing the less...

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with Big brothers big sisters employees Tracy Anderson and Bethany Ordaz. as they talked about the importance and fulfillment of mentorship and their upcoming gala. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with Dennis Franklin, a navigator from Expo. He shares with us his childhood and some essential details about the work he does in the community. Dennis is a true community leader, one of the few people in the city who has been tasked with the unique services he provides for not only the city and inmate community but the entire state.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Please sit back and prepare to be enlightened as we welcome Jonathan Gaspero, a beacon of real estate innovation from Husky Homes. He joins us fresh off his win as Emerging Agent of the Year at Keller Williams. Jonathan's voice is a clarion call for social equity, guiding us through the maze of challenges that African American buyers and realtors face and celebrating the vict...

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with Tracy Anderson, community outreach & recruitment manager for big brothers big sisters, and former big brother Mark Richardson, owner of unfinished business. They share the joys of mentorship and the need for men of color to get involved.    Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we sat down with members of a local madison non-profit, briarpatch. Ian Carter, Jasmine Benson, Willie Watkins, and Makayla Harris Share details about this outstanding organization's work for the community youth—their journeys and what led them to get involved with this issue at this critical time are inspirational.     Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this two-part episode, we interview writer-filmmaker producer Madison's own Rafael Ragland; he shares with us how he overcame his obstacles in prison, his journey to becoming one of the best filmmakers of all time in Madison, Wisconsin, and his newest content. This interview will give you an insight into how you can turn your life around and outshine the competition throug...

Send us Fan Mail This week we sit down with  6th District  Alder Brian Benford. He shares with us some history of madison and details about the UW Odyssey program. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a compelling episode as we sit down with Ed Wall, a seasoned veteran of law enforcement and former Secretary of the Department of Corrections in Wisconsin. Ed opens up about the highs and lows of his illustrious career, providing a rare insider's look at the complexities of managing a corrections system during politically volatile times. His book "Unethical&q...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever witnessed a phoenix rise from the ashes? Our guest, Minister Eugene Smalls of Madison Pentecostal Assembly, offers us a firsthand account of such a rebirth. Journey with us through the trials and triumphs of a man whose early life was entrenched in the harsh realities of Chicago's gang culture yet who emerged with a message of hope and salvation. Minister Smalls...

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with reformed father Mark Anthony espanol, also known as DJ Spade. He shares with us how he did nine years in prison and came home to his family with a plan and hunger to beat the odds and succeed.   Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sit down with Steven Spiro and James Morgan as they take us on a journey of mindfulness mediation.  Steven Spiro teaches guided mediation classes at fox lake correctional and James Morgan was one of his students. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with Antoine Jackson, owner of Jackson lawn care. He tells us about how he went from being a troubled youth from the south side of madison—changing his life and becoming the owner of the most prominent black-owned landscaping company in madison. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail this is a short Guided meditation session very similar to how he dose it in the prison   led by Steven Spiro, I hope you all enjoy.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with the former warden of the  Oakhill Correctional Institute, Dede Morgan.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Imagine turning a life sentence of struggle into a beacon of hope for others. Jerome Dillard's story is not just his own but a reflection of countless lives yearning for redemption and a brighter future. As the executive director of Ex-Prisoners Organizing (EXPO), Jerome has taken his rebirth—from a past clouded with crime and a total of 13 years behind bars—to the forefront...

Send us Fan Mail Transformative impact and unwavering dedication. From Renee's unique upbringing as a military kid to her rise as a beacon for community service, this episode unpacks the potent blend of leadership, innovation, and collaboration that propels United Way's mission. As we cover the organization's pivotal programs, including Schools of Hope and The Journey Home, you&apos...

Send us Fan Mail Part one of this two part Series ,we sat down with Sedrick Page. Corporate businessman father entrepreneur television and radio host. Sedrick shares with us his keys to success and the power of mentorship.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In the episode, we sat down with  Sabrina Madison founder of the progress center for black women. She shares with us how growing up in the streets of Milwaukee and overcoming family trauma shaped her to be the woman she is today.    https://www.centerforblackwom Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sat down with community leader, poet, artist, and musician James Morgan. He gives up more insight about his over 20 years in prison and his community contributions,  He also shares some of his poetry and wisdom as it relates to life on the inside and out.   Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sit down with Zack and Veronica from Just Bakery. They share the details of the just bakery program and the challenging roads it took them to get to where they are now. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sat down with Dante Cottingham and a peer support specialist for expo. He tells us about his time  26 years in prison and his new life now in the free world.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we sit down with Cheryl Knox, former probation and parole officer for 33 years. She tells us about her upbringing and why she chose to get into that kind of work. She also offers people wisdom words, with special guest caller Dante Cottingham . Support the show