Boss Locks The Story Of New Growth

What happens when we lose control of our own stories? 👀 Black history is being erased, rewritten, and watered down. If we don’t act now… future generations may never know the truth. But storytelling has always been a form of resistance. Black storytellers have preserved our culture against all odds, from oral traditions to podcasts like Black Is America. In this conversation, I’m joined by award-...

I spoke with the Emmy-Award winning host, Vanessa Tyler, to learn more about a new show she's hosting on the Black Information Network called Black Land. You can learn more about the podcast and listen to it here: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-black-land-podcast-146890324/ Join the I Love New Growth mailing list to learn about everything we're doing at Boss Locks and be the first to learn ab...

Imagine never having uncertainty about your career again! That’s the mission of The Working While Black Show, to curate a collection of stories and insight from leaders who have gone from surviving to thriving in the workplace. As I continue my reactivation campaign for Boss Locks and prep for the launch of The Working While Black Show, I decided to invite Chris Ward Jr, back to the studio to help...

We're exploring Mateo Askaripour's novel "Black Buck"! a captivating story that brings readers into the world of a Black 'twenty-something' who went from taking orders at Starbucks to being a global leader in sales. But this is more than just a sales book review. It's a story of love, loss, triumph, betrayal, and Working While Black. Our guest, Nya Peoples joins us for this review of Askaripour's...

Do local elections even matter? I'm sharing the story of how Black citizens in Ohio helped to turn Ohio into a Pro Cannabis & Pro Abortion State. With me is longtime content creator and behind-the-scenes podcast producer, CL Palmer. He helps me understand a little more about why local elections matter, how cop city almost made it on the ballot and his journey from podcast producer to a politic...

What is freedom, How do we celebrate it, and Who Owns Juneteenth? In 2021, President Joe Biden signed a bill passed by Congress to set aside Juneteenth as a federal holiday. While the Black community has celebrated this day for decades, America is being introduced to this holiday for the first time and its getting mixed reactions. Some ignore it, some don't quite understand it, and others want to...

What does it take to change the world? To convince someone that their actions are racist, or to have an impact on society when you're just one person? In this episode, I’m joined by Skorpyen November, a member of the Working While Black community. As we talk about the moment we decided to use our voice to do something after George Floyd was murdered. Originally recorded on Fanbase . Show Notes : w...

What does it mean to fall off and why do we rush to ridicule someone for not performing the way we expect them to? In this episode, I'm joined by "Handsome Guy named Will" as we explore new growth and react to a message from Dave Anderson about DMX passing. Originally recorded on Fanbase Donate to the African American Marketing Association's Giving campaign today. No contribution is to small! Foll...

It's time to speed back up as we begin to launch Season 2 of Boss Locks, join us as I share the lessons I've learned on my journey to become a Certified Podcast Boy. All with a little help from Drake, that guy from Canada. Help us reach more people by leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Don't know how, no problem, here's a guide to help: https://www.branddrivendigital.com/how-to-rate-and-review-a...

We're slowing down to speed back up but it might not look like it from just a glance. Here's what's going on and view the links below to check out a live show tonight 2/16/21 and to keep in touch with me: Holding Cops Accountable Live Show: https://bosslocks.org/political-maturation The Labors Of Love Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-47-boss-locks-working-while-black/id149504...

Buying Black doesn’t have to be a trend, it can be a lifestyle. We can and do build billion-dollar businesses but we can do more to support them. That’s why we’re launching a new program called #BuyBlackFriday with today’s episode featuring Steve Worthy from the Worthy Leadership Group Podcast and Adrian Cole from Voiceblast.fm. Learn more about Boss Locks and our guest: https://bosslocks.org/podc...

Justin is a Law student, campaign manager, and co-founder of DC Protests. DC protests is a grassroots racial justice organization that Organizes and distributes resources and educational tools that aid in propelling the mission of Black liberation and opportunity for those that have been historically marginalized and disenfranchised. Join us as we learn how an early arrest inspired Justin to becom...

BJ is a retired Deputy Police Chief who gives guidance on surviving interactions with the police through her company, "You & Five-0". In this week’s episode, BJ Council shares her journey as a Black woman on the police force, the relationship between slave patrols and the police department, and the work she’s doing to help Black people survive encounters with the police. Support the show and j...

I'd like you to join me on The Worthy Podcast where I discuss "Can a hairstyle be divisive and hinder your professional career?" https://theworthypodcast.buzzsprout.com/1127936/6869549-ep-18-can-a-hairstyle-be-divisive-and-hinder-your-professional-career-a-discussion-with-walter-gainer-ii-founder-podcast-host-of-bosslocks Support the show and join the Boss Locks Village by visiting https://bossloc...

Ruuster is an artist from Orlando, Florida using his creative talent to share his experiences and outlook on life with the masses via melodies and rhythm. In today's episode, Ruuster comes through to talk about changing the narrative in music, Florida Locs, and the importance of creating leverage as an independent artist. Support the show and join the Boss Locks Village by visiting https://bossloc...

Today we're releasing a special message from our host about New Growth and why he's embracing mistakes. Support today's show and learn more about the Boss Locks Village by visiting https://bosslocks.org/support Join the free Urban Atlanta Virtual Networking Event: https://bit.ly/UrbanAtlanta Join the Working While Black Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/workingwhileblack Learn more a...

Mac Alonge is the CEO of The Equal Group, a company in the UK that offers data-driven diversity and inclusion consultancy services and tech platforms. In this week's episode, Mac shares his experience growing up as a British Nigerian, Working While Black, and how his company helps to identify and eliminate bias in the workplace. Join the free Urban Atlanta Virtual Networking Event: https://bit.ly/...

Ashley is a yoga, meditation, wellness director, and Boss With Locs who creates spaces to explore the act of mindfulness through meditation, celebration, and therapeutic conversation. She is the co-founder of BRWN Girl Talk, she is a Yin yoga instructor, and Charleston's first Black ambassador for Lululemon. In this week's episode, Ashley discusses her wellness career, experiences with mental heal...

Speaking out against the wrong you see is tough, but it can be even harder to speak out against the wrongs that are done to you. In this week's episode, Rhyval shares why he joined the military, how his work to inspire hope for our youth, and how The CROWN Act allowed him to fight against hair discrimination. Leave us a Voice Message at: https://bosslocks.org/contact Support today's show by visiti...

Angie Skyhh is a master loctician, Business owner, and Boss With Locs on a mission to rid the world of the negative stereotypes of locs & natural hair. In today’s episode, Angie comes through to break down hustling vs running a business, the three layers of hair, and her journey from leaving the corporate world to owning her own hair salon. Support today's show by visiting https://bosslocks.or...

Ronica Jacobs is an educator, leader, consultant, and host of the Strive 4 More Podcast. In Part Two of our interview, we do a deep dive into Black Privilege, Ronica's experience with natural hair and why we need to stop judging women with weave, and how she uses her podcast to help people Strive 4 more. Support today's show by visiting https://bosslocks.org/support Learn More About Our Guest at h...

Ronica Jacobs is an educator, leader, consultant, and host of the Strive 4 More Podcast. In today's podcast episode, Ronica shares her love for HBCUs, she tells us the truth about funding for public schools, and how her passion for education led her towards becoming an educator instead of an engineer. Support today's show by visiting https://bosslocks.org/support Learn More About Our Guest at http...

Join Walt on his new journey of political maturation as he speaks to several of his close friends and colleagues to debrief from election day, how we feel about Trump vs Biden, and what we are expecting from ourselves as we continue to push for change. Featuring: Calvin Anderson, Jasmine LaVerne, and Queen Cole. This episode was originally broadcasted in the Working While Black Facebook group and...

Coach Taj Omari is a creative, leader, entrepreneur and founder of Empowered Swimming Inc. In today’s episode of Boss Locks The Podcast Taj shared the history of how racist behaviors from only a few decades ago has prevented Black people from being able to swim. She shared how there are still swimming pools in Black neighborhoods with barb wire fences and subpar amenities. And she shared how she s...

Alawna Jamison is an operation and customer experience strategist using her experience across a wide range of industries to help startups and small businesses create positive, customer-centric work environments. In today's episode, we learn how Alawna's love for science led to creating customer service solutions for Black-Owned Businesses. And how the idea of leaving a legacy started her natural h...