Plotting Progress

What is really happening in Africa right now? Why are nations like Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger making global headlines? And what does it mean for people of African descent throughout the Diaspora? In this powerful episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with Dennis Boatwright, Director of the Center for Pan African Studies, diplomat, Pan-Africanist, and international advocate for Afric...

What starts as a conversation about comedy quickly becomes a masterclass on history, culture, education, community, and purpose. In this episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with D. Bowden for an engaging discussion that bridges laughter and life lessons. Born and raised in Milwaukee as the oldest of seven siblings, D. Bowden shares how his upbringing, family values, and community inv...

Sometimes the greatest lessons aren't learned in a classroom, they're learned with your boots on the ground. In this episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, the brothers of The Growth Spot are BACK OUTSIDE on their 37.5 acres in Northeast Arizona, giving you a firsthand look at the journey of transforming vision into reality. This isn't theory. This is work. This is the story of overcomi...

What happens when wellness, discipline, love, and focus all meet at the same target? In this powerful episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with Jhavaun Green of @the.yellow.door.wellness and @national.black_archers for a conversation about healing, intentional living, and the deeper lessons hidden within archery and wellness culture. This episode explores how focus isn’t just about hi...

What does discipline look like when it’s applied to your mind, body, business, and purpose? In this powerful episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with Nuru for a conversation centered around elevated discipline, intentional living, health, and entrepreneurship. From nutrition to mindset, this episode breaks down what it really takes to stay committed to growth in a world built on dist...

What if the way we deliver knowledge matters just as much as the knowledge itself? In this episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we welcome back Knowledge Born Allah (returning from EP #55) for a forward-thinking conversation on how information is consumed, shared, and sustained in today’s digital world. Knowledge Born Allah challenges traditional norms by addressing a real issue many overlook: 👉...

What happens when creativity meets consistency… and the algorithm can’t ignore you? In this episode of the Plotting Progress Podcast, we welcome back ElSoul (returning from EP #27 https://youtube.com/shorts/aKoGhAg7K2A ) for a powerful conversation on growth, global perspective, and going viral with intention. Fresh off his return from Africa, ElSoul shares how travel reshaped his mindset, creativ...

What does it truly mean to educate with intention and impact your community at scale? In this powerful episode of the Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with Kylie Elizabeth, founder of Virtuoso Community Solutions, to unpack the real work happening at the intersection of education, leadership, and community empowerment. Kylie brings over a decade of experience as a K–12 and post-secondary edu...

What does it take to stand tall in a male-dominated industry, secure land, and still build for the people? In this powerful episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with Aleeyah Sanders for a real, unfiltered conversation about resilience, purpose, and legacy. Aleeyah shares her journey as a woman in the construction industry, navigating spaces where she had to earn respect, overcome doub...

In this episode of the Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with Tristian Wolf to discuss his latest book Hood Medicine: An Urban Field Guide to Medicinal & Edible Plants of Eastern North America + their Hoodoo Uses/Medicinal Preparations and his journey into the world of ethnobotany. Tristian shares how his path to studying plants and traditional knowledge wasn’t conventional. From being wi...

In this powerful episode of the Plotting Progress Podcast , we sit down with Kyran Jones , founder of Mama's Boys Remodeling LLC , to unpack a journey defined by resilience, skill, and transformation. Kyran shares how a self-proclaimed “mama’s boy” went from being a star athlete to incarceration , and how he ultimately rebuilt his life by mastering trades, relationships, and creativity. After pris...

In this powerful episode of Plotting Progress Podcast, we sit down with @Deyton_Jackson, aka Kidd Friendly, for a conversation that hits on culture, responsibility, entrepreneurship, and impact. From the mic to the marketplace, Deyton breaks down the power of words — how they can build movements or start wars. As an artist with serious freestyle skills, he demonstrates how intentional lyricism mat...

What does it really mean to “make it”… and why do so many people still feel empty after they do? In this powerful episode of the Plotting Progress Podcast, the brothers of The Growth Spot pull up for the Grand Opening of House of Naajee, where the conversation goes far beyond business. We dive deep into:✅ The mindset of people who gain wealth but lose connection to their roots✅ Knowledge of self...

In EP #64, we sit down with Ras Israel, Founder of Roots Life to unpack a journey that spans decades — from growing up in Compton, to relocating to Arizona in the 80s, to building a community-centered business that has impacted thousands of lives. With only a 4th-grade formal education, Ras Israel Roots refused to accept limitations. Carrying a pocket encyclopedia everywhere he went, he committed...

n this powerful and timely episode of Plotting Progress Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Baba Amin Ojuok for a deep conversation on love, knowledge of self, faith, and the necessity of building institutions that serve our people. This isn’t surface-level motivation — this is foundation work. Dr. Baba Amin Ojuok shares: • The vision and mission behind Uhuru Academy • How he first began his work in th...

In this powerful episode of the Plotting Progress Podcast, The Growth Spot pulls up to Clik Clik Bang Firearms for a much-needed, real-world conversation on protecting the sanctity of life through responsible firearm ownership. We sit down with Gerry, owner of Clik Clik Bang Firearms — a returning guest from Plotting Progress Podcast EP #8 — for a full-circle discussion that blends education, disc...

In Part II of our 2-Year Anniversary Episode, we continue the conversation live from ONYX ART GALLERY, digging even deeper into the purpose, responsibility, and future of The Growth Spot and Plotting Progress Podcast. In this episode, we go deeper into:-The importance of mentoring our youth-What it truly means to leave a LEGACY, not just memories-How The Growth Spot is actively rebuilding communit...

Two years. Countless conversations. One growing movement. In this special Anniversary Episode – Part I, we celebrate two years of Plotting Progress Podcast with an in-depth sit-down at ONYX ART GALLERY, joined by friend of the show and returning guest host Rhea Williams (EP #45).This episode takes you behind the curtain as we reflect on:🌱 How The Growth Spot was born🏞️ The journey to purchasing t...

Inside Copper State Riding Club | LEGACY • Culture • CommunityIn this powerful episode, The Growth Spot rides out to Gilbert, AZ to the home of the legendary Copper State Riding Club 👉 https://www.copperstateridingclub.com/ This isn’t about Hollywood cowboys…This is about the TRUE cowboys of the Diaspora and the culture that built them.🎙️ We walk the stables with TJ and Playmaker 11 for a full st...

In this inspiring and practical episode, The Growth Spot pulls up to Delonne’s homestead to explore the world of backyard chickens and what it really takes to go from chick → coop → eggs on the table. We pulled up on Delonne’s backyard of chickens — Ice Cream, Midnight, and Butters 🐔 — and break down:✅ How to buy chickens✅ How to build & maintain a healthy setup✅ Daily care, feeding, and p...

We took the Plotting Progress Podcast straight to the land — our first-ever episode from The Growth Spot’s 37.5 acres! 🌱🏕️In this powerful episode, we dive into:🔥 Preparation for the Fall L.E.G.A.C.Y Camp (Oct 17-19)🔥 Why YOU want your son, nephew, brother, or neighbor’s son at this life-changing experience🔥 Behind-the-scenes of something VERY special planned for this camp 👀🔥 Culture, brothe...

In this powerful episode of Plotting Progress Podcast #55, we sit down with Knowledge Born Allah to uncover his early journey into truth, culture, and consciousness. From being given books as a child, to learning the truth about Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, and other myths, Knowledge Born Allah takes us on a journey of awakening that shaped his path and how he became an author. We dive deep into...

When chaos comes knocking—will you be ready or reactive? We sat down with Black Star Prepper to break down family readiness, Go Bag must-haves, and how to prepare with faith, not fear.✅ Everyday items that can save lives✅ Land. Law. Legacy.✅ Building your family's emergency blueprint✅ Urban survival tips that actually work💡 Hope is NOT a plan.👀 Tap in, take notes, and start plotting your...

We visited the stables of Knight Ranch to connect with real ones carrying legacy on horseback. From community work to cultural reclamation, this ride is deeper than leather and reins. 🌵From the rugged soil of Arizona to the sacred roots of legacy and land, this episode is all about Black men reclaiming their narrative, riding with honor, and leading with legacy. 🤠✊🏽💬 Tap in as we talk:⚫ Cowb...

What happens when The Growth Spot meets Farmer Miller at Alchemy Farms in the heart of the West Valley? You get one of the most vibrant, rooted, and soulful episodes yet! Let this be your call back to your roots! From soil to soul, Farmer Miller showed us how Alchemy Farms is changing the game. We took a full tour of this living, breathing micro-climate — asking everything from what’s in the soil...