ADQ's Renaissance

ADQ talks about the historical significance and effect of Juneteenth. Also brings up some notable rebellions that took place #blackpodcast #juneteenth #blackpodcastsmatter #haitianrevolution #posttraumaticslavesyndrome #blackhistory #adqsrenaissance #juneteenthcelebration #juneteenth2024

In this episode ADQ compares the behavior of abusers and bullies with the life and metamorphosis of Malcolm X, who has turned 99 as of this recording. May 19th, 1925 is his birthday. ADQ describes how Brother Malcolm went from pimp and hustler to the powerful educator, orator and activist that he's known for being. ADQ also reads a page from Brother Nuri Muhammad's book "The Mathmatics of the Mind

ADQ talks about the authenticity in the labeling one an "Uncle Tom" and reads about Josiah Henson. Also talks about Mother's Day and shouts out local theatre productions.

In this episode ADQ talks about finding joy regardless of one's circumstances and backgrounds.

In this episode ADQ gives a brief run down in the do's and don'ts of theatre. It's almost a masterclass without a master for ADQ is still a student.

In this episode ADQ speaks glowingly of the Weaver Academy production of SOMETHING ROTTEN and describes through his lens as a hip hop head the difference between battle rapping the sport and personal beef stemmed from diss records and a prolonged rant against a certain Canadian rapper.

ADQ discusses his disgust with cultural gossip, and slander. Also discusses an alternative in positive thoughts and surrounding one's self with positive energy.

ADQ highlights his relationships and experiences with the most God like being on planet earth the Black Woman. Also provides narratives

ADQ explains his health journey that has led to a 111 pound weight loss and reads excerpts that speak to dieting.

In this episode ADQ chops it up with friend and fellow creative, Playwright, Actor and Comedian James Lyons about beginnings, inspiration, and experiences with his current masterpiece "CRAZY IN LOVE" that and much more!

ADQ reviews the James Lyons play CRAZY IN LOVE and provides the second part of his conversation with Chris Swaim

ADQ chops it up with Chris Swaim about theatre 🎭 experience the art of performing as well as a mutual love for wrestling.

In this episode ADQ talks about a departure from religion and societal reasons. And he talks about his love for Black Thought's 🎭🎨.

ADQ gives his take on the termination of Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon. Also gives his take on President Biden's re-election bid and details what it would take to get his Unaffiliated Independent Black vote.

In this episode ADQ talks about Romans 6: 12-14 and about the book The 50th Law how and as you go through the episode you'll hear Sober Life and Liberate the mind as ADQ also reviews the movie Air and presents his play HERE'S FLUFFY starring Angela Williams Tripp and Trish Forbes written by Randy Morris. Directed by ADQ The central message of this episode is to not fear, take risks. #adqsrenaissan...

Dominic Hand makes his third appearance on this podcast but this time to talk about his album "The book of an Intellectual Mystic" and subjects that inspired the outcome of the album.

Serving as a preview before his interview with Dominic Hand aka Dominant Thought about his new album "The Book of an Intellectual Mystic" ADQ offers an update about theatre adventures, redefining staying in one's lane, and offers an opinion on being called Black. He also offers his time in a music class listening to a jam session and freestyling along with Dom explaining inspirations

In this episode ADQ details his 75 pound weight loss journey after being repeatedly asked "How did he do it?" Also gives his personal commentary on the death of Tyre Nichols and parallels it with the assault on Rodney King and gives a first hand experience of different encounters with law enforcement one of which nearly led to his demise at age 32.

After a long hiatus ADQ returns to the podcast space joining fellow black content providers in commenting on Deion Sanders' transition from Jackson State University to University of Colorado as well as his take on various cultural issues. Listen to my new poetry mixtape "When the SON rises.... The Live Prequel" Here https://soundcloud.com/user-300818701/sets/when-the-son-rises-the-live Listen to t...

On this episode ADQ compiles various poetic and spoken word performances as he completes the writing of his debut poetry book "When the Son rises and Maintains the seed".

ADQ details his mental health journey and describes events from his childhood that contribute to ideation. Also in this episode from MSNBC "Breaking the Stigma around black men and mental health" and Dr. Umar Johnson Breaking down the mental health problem in the Black Community.

ADQ chops it up with fellow creative Terrance Mason bka Northeast Beast about his artistry, his DC background and also mutual artistic interests.

After a long isolating COVID 19 pandemic, ADQ reflects on his thoughts of returning to theatre. How he curbed his creativity in 2020 while being locked in, and returning to stage in 2021 and the great plays he has in store for 2022. While it was a return for some, for him its been an adjustment. Come see ADQ in Messy Millennials: Starter Pack https://fb.me/e/5sADdkAAg Check out this and every othe...

ADQ chops it up with friend, future collaborative, creative, actress, director, writer, podcaster, poet, activist, educator. (Sheesh I'm a male her almost) Tiffany Speax about her artistry and beginnings how Paper2Film began and ended, her broadcast journalism and poetic beginnings as well.

ADQ chops it up with friend Thomas Burwell about mutual Christian upbringings and ideas that challenge western Christianity.