THIS IS LIFE

Brad Cooper and I had a great talk about his incredible journey of starting COOPS WEST TEXAS BBQ and DA CHICKEN COOP in Lemon Grove.  He has an encouraging story and so many lessons learned about what it takes to start and sustain a successful business, lead a family and handle all the ups and downs of life. I know his story will inspire you as we continue in the BLACK PERSPECTIVE series. For...

Chida Rebecca is the founder of Black & Magazine. It is San Diego's premier digital black lifestyle magazine. She is also a consultant who helps small businesses go from overlooked to overbooked by creating custom media and marketing plans. Her website is www.chidearebecca.com. Follow her on social media @blackandmagazine She is also the author of the book, MY PRAYERS HAVE POWER. You can purch...

I had the honor of interviewing Ricardo Mompremier, the founder of FrshFaith https://frshfaith.com/ We had a great discussion about his journey of faith moving to California, and then starting his Christian fashion line, and all the lessons he has learned in the process. I know you will be inspired and encouraged by this interview. To support his business, make a purchase at https://frshfaith.com/...

Mayor Racquel Vasquez is the 1st black female mayor in the county of San Diego, and I had a great talk with her about her journey. She is the mayor of Lemon Grove, CA and dropped so much wisdom as she shared her life's journey. I found out that my dad was one of her top advisors and that she also attends the Rock Church. She spoke a lot about the importance of leadership, serving the community and...

This conversation I had with Dr. Diane Forbes Berthoud was INCREDIBLE! I met her 5 years ago through RISE San Diego. She is an incredible wife, mother, community leader, and has so much wisdom to share through her story on the importance and challenges of higher education. Dr. Diane Forbes Berthoud is the Assistant Vice Chancellor for  Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the University of Cal...

In this episode, I got to talk to one of my favorite comedians ... Mr. Jason Fredericks.  He is the business manager and older brother of Kevin Fredericks @kevonstage.  He also manages Jor el Quinn, Melissa Fredericks, Kevin Johnson Jr., Celeste Betton, Lexi Allen and many more. He is incredibly funny, and is an incredible business man, father, husband and leader. The conversation we had...

This talk with Jazmin Steele was AMAZING. Jazmin is an author, podcaster, advocate, keynote speaker, and most importantly an INCREDIBLE mother. In this episode, she shares about her experience growing up black in San Diego. She shares about racism, empowerment, how to have talks about racism with kids, and so much more. Her story is powerful, her insight is inspiring and I know you will be encoura...

I sat down with my friend of 15 years, Professor Mike Love. Mike and I went to EOP Summer Bridge together at SDSU back in 2005. Mike is a community college counselor, has his Master's degree and is a professor. He has always had a passion for education, and now he has been able to share that passion with the students that he helps. As we are in our BLACK PERSPECTIVE series, I know Mike's story wil...

In this episode of the BLACK PERSPECTIVE series, I got to talk to the INCREDIBLE Jasmine Sadler. She is known as the "Dancing Rocket Scientist!" Her perspective is so incredible because she is an actual rocket scientist, a dancer, an engineer, and the CEO of THE STEAM COLLABORATIVE. She has accomplished a lot at a young age, and has an incredible heart for God and the community. Please visit her w...

I had fun interviewing my former professor, turned friend, Dr. Paul Minifee. He has been a huge inspiration to me my entire adult life, and I know this interview will inspire you. He was my only black male teacher in my entire educational career. He made a big impact on me, and it was great to hear more about his academic and career journey and all the lessons he learned along the way. This is the...

In this episode, I have an incredible conversation with Brian Barcelona of One Voice Student Missions. We discuss everything from fatherhood, racism, quarantine, marriage and everything in between. To learn more about Brian and his ministry to students in Los Angeles and around the world, check out https://ovsm.com/ or follow him on Instagram @brianbarcelona and feel free to support his ministry....

In this episode I share the different lessons that I learned growing up as a pastor's kid. I also share lessons that I have learned now being a pastor and having my own kids. I hope this encourages the pastor's kids and also gives perspective to those who are not pastor's kids. Be encouraged and let your local pastor's kid know that they are AWESOME!!!! TO FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THIS PODCAST CLICK TH...

Thanks for joining us for episode 17 where I discuss raising black sons in 2020. I share 3 things to consider if you are raising black sons and even if you are not, it is something to understand the dynamics of.  Thanks for tuning in! Remember, in life we will have problems, but we can have peace because THIS IS LIFE! To support the podcast, you can give at $bharrison1987 Thanks for your supp...

In this episode I discuss the topics of racism, George Floyd and protesting. Race relations in the US are a hot topic and I just share a few thoughts on how we can keep this momentum going beyond this time frame and make some lasting mindset changes.  Thanks for tuning in.  This topic is so important and needs to stay at the forefront of our conversations for generations to come so our c...

This is a special episode, I interview  pastor Jonathan Pitts,  executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee.  Before becoming a pastor in Tennessee, he ran Dr. Tony Evan's national ministry for 7 years and managed Anthony Evans Jr. music career for 7 years.  He also serves as the President of an organization called For Girls Like You. It is a national magazine...

In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing the Lead Pastor of Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma Pastor Paul Daugherty. Pastor Paul has 4 young children and is the lead pastor of a mega church. We discuss all things fatherhood, balancing family demands and church expectations, and lessons learned from fatherhood. It is a great conversation that will encourage all the busy dads out there and e...

In this episode, I interviewed Pastor Jay Haizlip, lead pastor of The Sanctuary Church in Southern California.  He shares his struggles and joys of fatherhood, pastoring, overcoming addiction and becoming the father God called him to be. He has a powerful testimony of transformation and as a result, becoming a better father. This is another story that will not just encourage the dads out ther...

In this episode, I got to interview Pastor Tavner Smith, lead pastor of Venue Church in Tennessee, one of the fastest growing churches in the country. He is an amazing husband and dad to 3 daughters. We had a great talk about fatherhood, balance, rhythms, ministry and everything in between. I know his story will encourage everyone, even if you are not a dad!  #ThisIsLife

This episode we discuss how we met and the early stages of our relationship. We also discuss the toughest challenge and season of our marriage.  This is an honest, hilarious and encouraging episode that will help all married couples and those looking to be married.  We all learn so much from the hard times and we share some lessons from a rough season in our relationship.  We have b...

This episode is a different format. I have been getting so encouraged from the word during this quarantine time that I wanted to share what God has been showing me in Psalm 91. There is nothing like the word of God to bring comfort and encouragement in hard times and I hope this encourages you. The best way to navigate through life is with the word of God and Psalm 91 is such an encouraging Psalm....

In this episode, I share 3 ways that I deal with anxiety. Anxiety is something that millions of Americans deal with and we all deal with it in different ways.  I hope these 3 ways can help you or a friend as you deal with anxiety. This is the link to the article that I reference in the episode. https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2016/03/understanding-anxiety-disorders Please email me at THISISLIFEP...

In this episode I share 3 practical tips on how to run an effective meeting. I learned this from a mentor of mine in 2008 and it is something that I have carried with me to every organization I am a part of and hopefully these tips can help you lead more effective meetings.  Send your feedback to THISISLIFETHEPODCAST@GMAIL.COM BE ENCOURAGED!  Please share this episode with a friend and s...

In this episode I share 3 lessons that I learned in the home buying process. I have bought 2 houses in the last 10 years and both processes were vastly different. I learned a lot from both and I hope that what I learned can help you.  Thanks for tuning in and be encouraged in your home buying journey whenever it happens!

In this episode, I share 3 life lessons that I learned from Michael Jordan and the new documentary THE LAST DANCE. I love sports, and grew up in Illinois as a big Bulls fan and always admired Michael Jordan. This documentary showed me another side of the Bulls, and I wanted to share what I learned from it that can apply to every day life. Be encouraged and blessed as you listen. EMAIL THISISLIFETH...

In this episode I share some things I have learned as I deal with the grief of my dad's sudden passing.  I also discuss an article that talks about the 7 stages of grief. I hope this encourages someone as you navigate through the grieving process or help someone else who is grieving. We all are grieving over the loss of something. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship,...