Ancestral Muses

Oops, you have to turn your phone to watch as I can't figure out how to change orientation! I am still learning. This was annual Winter Park Juneteenth Celebration where i captured the Libation Ceremony in which we honored our Ancestors. E Pluribus Unum (Latin for "Out of many, one") is a foundational phrase that signifies the creation of one united nation out of the original 13 colo...

part 2 of the event on May 16, 2026

On May 20, 1865 in Tallahassee, Florida, The Emancipation Proclamation which had been signed by President Abraham Lincoln , 2 years ago was read to slaves who learned they were free! I attended an event in Deland on May 16, 2026, sponsored by The Goldsboro Historical Museum and the African American Museum in Deland . This is part 1 of 2.

Let's take a few minutes and sit in silence and gratitude. I thought I might also share some interesting cultural facts about Rain, Thunder and Lightning. Oya is the primary Yoruba Orisha of weather, specifically commanding winds, thunderstorms, lightning, and tornadoes, Oya represents sudden, transformative change. An apt description for times in which we are currently living In Greek mytholo...

There is a gem of a gallery located on Park Drive in Sanford Florida called Park Drive. On April 17th, we were treated to a program of Spoken Word. I hope you enjoy listening.

Join me as i create my first guided meditation which is about 20 minutes long. Please feel free to share your thoughts, comments and suggestions.

Behind the scenes audio with Artist Everett Spruill, Doctor Vilbert Issa White and myself. Shout out to Gareth @ A Perfect Union Art Gallery and our director, JaMeiyah Harper. There is a video portion as well that will be uploaded. Ya'll know i do not edit! The video version may be edited, but not by me as this is a skill i need to learn. We hope to do a series of Podcast roundtable discussion...

We are living in extraordinary times! There is a group of Buddhist Monks, along with a stray dog, Aloka, who followed them on a similar pilgrimage in India, from the Huong Dao Vipassana Center in Ft. Worth Texas who are walking to promote Peace, Compassion and Non-Violence. Their 2,300 mile journey started on October 26, 2025 and will end in Washington DC around the middle of February 2026. You ca...

Sanford's MLK Banquet 2026 featured Spoken Word by Mr. Sylvester Wynn, 2025 Emerald Award Winner- Teacher of The Year and a keynote address by retired Chief Judge Belvin Perry, Jr., "We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope" Dr. Martin Luther Ling, Jr. We are living through a time of incredible change. 2026 is also the year we celebrate the 250th Anniversary...

The 3rd time is a charm! Eric and i engaged in conversation for a 3 hours before we actually began the podcast. He thought he was recording and he wasn't and i thought i had place my phone on do not disturb and I had not! Whew, if only you knew what we talked about on and off the record. This is my way of saying engage in conversation with someone you know, don't know, someone with more li...

My business, Bussey Arbitration and Mediation Services is one of the sponsors of this Art Exhibit at City Arts located at 39 S. Magnolia Avenue in Orlando Florida. On my Instagram page, Bussey Arbitration, I will share photos of some of the art pieces for those who are unable to physically visit City Arts. Please feel free to share your memories of the 1960"s!

Join me as we celebrate Juneteenth 2025 at the Orlando Museum of Art

Njeri Kinuthia is an Artist from Kenya who is a tenured professor at the University of Central Florida. In this conversation, Njeri, shares information about her life's journey and inspiration. There is also a discussion about how male and female genitals depicted in her art were/are a way to express artistically "freedom" from a oppressive patrilineal society.

Fusion Fest Orlando is an annual event which is the Saturday and Sunday of Thanksgiving week on the lawn in front of the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center in Orlando, Florida. The diversity and culture represented in the Central Florida region is why I chose to move here from Philadelphia, PA more than 30 years ago. I hope you enjoy this talk with some of the subjects of the photos which were ta...

Continuation of talk from Part 1 and the actual photographs that are part of the exhibit at Orlando Museum of Art

Pop up Westside Fiyah Festival featuring drumming, spoken word, art, vendors and dance. Also we celebrate the pink moon! Good Vibrations!

Pop up Westside Fiyah Festival featuring African drumming, Art, spoken word, vendors and dance! Also we celebrate the Pink Moon. Enjoy the good Vibrations !

Take some time to connect with your ancestors!

It has only been 10 days since Trump has been back in the White House! The amount of chaos, confusion and conflict he has generated has been overwhelming, but thtat is the point! The point is to overwhelm us with his Executive Orders, many of which are being challenged in the courts. To keep us off-balance, to instill FEAR of what he may do next. Which one of his cronies will he try to ram down ou...

What a way to start the New Year, 2025, a nine year in Numerology! Time to let go of the old and Be Compassionate, Have an Open Heart and Mind in order to usher in New Beginnings. I have a Djembe drum and this event was a free event open to the public where i got to drum! In the New Year do not be afraid to try something new! Yes, there are times i am offbeat, but I am grateful to my ancestors cau...

What a way to start the New Year- 2025, a nine year in Numerology. Time to let go of the old and move forward with a New Attitude, An Open Hear for Love and Change and Compassion. Part 2 of 2

FusionFest is a multi cultural festival held in Orlando Florida the Saturday and Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend at the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center. I was honored to be chosen to tell my story as a "Citizen of the World", through a Mygration Film. You can find out more information about Fusionfest at their website https:/www.fusionfest.org

Reflections on Hurricanes Helene and Milton as well some political commentary.

Reflections on Hurricanes Helene and Milton along with some thoughts about our current political climate. This is the audio version