Boom Goddess Radio

On this episode we discuss common fraud tactics being used by criminals against seniors and how to protect yourself and loved ones.

Our guest this week is Helen Gomez, Executive Director of Ben's Bells, a non-profit which believes self-awareness and self-care are the foundation of a kind culture Helen shares with us the story behind how Ben's Bells got started, their various programs, and how you can get involved with their work. Ben's Bells: https://bensbells.org/

We continue our conversation with Board Certified Leadership and Life Coach, Dr. Chandra Llewellyn, but instead pivot to the concept of Resilience. You can follow along with us by completing the Resilience questionnaire: www.nwpgmd.nhs.uk/sites/default/fiuestionnaire.pdf Connect with Dr. Chandra Llewellyn: www.facebook.com/advancingpotential/

On this episode we discuss Adverse Childhood Experiences on Adults (ACES) with Board Certified Leadership and Life Coach, Dr. Chandra Llewellyn. You can follow along with us by completing the ACES survey: www.acesaware.org/wp-content/uploafied-English.pdf Connect with Dr. Chandra Llewellyn: www.facebook.com/advancingpotential/

On this episode our guest is Donna DeConcini, President and co-founder of the Southern Arizona Animal Food Bank, a non-profit with a mission "to make sure no one ever has to make the choice between feeding themselves or feeding their animals". During the program Donna discusses the origins of the animal food bank, who they serve, and ways the community can pitch in and help. Southern AZ...

During this episode we discuss one of America's most beloved cultural experiences - the circus! Our guest is Johnathan Lee Iverson, who served as the most recent (and last) ringmaster of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus from 1998 to 2017. Iverson also made history during his tenure with Ringling Bros. as the first African-American ringmaster of a major U.S. circus. Today he is...

We continue our journey through the little known history of African American life in the American Southwest with historian, Dr. Michael Engs. More about Arizona Heritage Tours: ⁠www.facebook.com/Ar

This week we're joined by historian, Dr. Michael Engs of Arizona Heritage Tours, who provides insight about the little known history that people of African descent have been living in what is now Arizona and the American West since the early 16th century, long before the first enslaved Africans were brought to the shores of Jamestown. More about Arizona Heritage Tours: www.facebook.com/Arizona...

Our guest is Norah Diedrich, CEO of Tucson Museum of Art (TMA) in Tucson, Arizona. TMA is celebrating its centennial anniversary in 2024. During our conversation Norah discusses the history of TMA and its arts education programs with Tucson youth. TMA website: https://www.tucsonmuseumofart.org/

This week we join forces with our sister channel Soul Star Live to bring you a special celebrating the history and contributions of the Buffalo Soldiers. Our guests include Dr. Michael Engs, Dr. John Langellier, Trooper Sam Freeman, Jr., Dr. Jon Covington, and Walt Richardson II.

This week we conclude our Black History Month series in conversation with international textile artist Robert Earl Paige.

This week we continue our Black History Month celebration with a profile of singer-songwriter Walt Richardson. Walt is a Tempe, Arizona based musician, educator and media personality who has made an indelible mark on the Phoenix area music scene. In addition to his own music, Walt has mentored many Arizona based musicians over the years, and hosts a popular open mic night at the Tempe Center for t...

This week our guests are Deloris Fields and Elaine Kennedy, friends of the show, who together with Jennifer share their list of favorite TV shows and movies that they think the public should consider watching in the coming weeks.

This week we spotlight artist Banding Hendrix. Banding, originally from San Francisco, and now based in the Phoenix area, is a versatile artist, able to paint small canvases as well as large wall sized murals. In addition to his art, Banding practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a self-defense and combat sport which emphasizes grappling and submission holds. More about Banding Hendrix and his art: hendri...

This week our guest is Richard Davis, son-in-law of the late Quincie Douglas, an African-American woman who established a transportation system for incapacitated individuals in Tucson, Arizona. Her organization, L.I.F.T.S. (Low Income Free Transportation Service), launched in 1965, was taken over by the City of Tucson in 1971 and is today known as Van Tran. Mrs. Douglas passed away in 1986 but her...

Barbara Lewis and Debi Chess Mabie of the Dunbar Pavillion in Tucson join us this week. They share the story of one of the oldest African-American neighborhoods in Arizona and the city of Tucson, as well as the struggles they face in preserving the neighborhood's Black history. Find out more about The Dunbar Pavillion: thedunbartucson.org/ Find out more about The Dunbar Spring Neighborhood in...

During this episode we feature Nik Ridley, a Phoenix, Arizona based artist and educator who shares his interesting journey from college athlete, to performing artist, to now visual artist. Find out more about Nik Ridley: artbynikridley.com/