Breaking Through Glass Ceilings With Brian H.

Thank You Doc's Castle! Taylor Doc Walker featured Breaking Through Glass Ceilings on her website as one of the top 8 Baltimore Independent Media to Watch for Artist News in 2021. Honored is an understatement. Here is my public thank you and make sure you read the website: https://docscastlellc.com/2021/01/09/8-baltimore-independent-media-outlets-to-watch-for-artist-news/ Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW...

Brandon Williams, Ashley Baker, Renee Washington,  Kelsey Nicole Nelson and Brian H. Waters come together to pick up where they left off in July. They discuss events such as the NBA & WNBA Bubbles, the WNBA and NBA taking a pause after Jacob Blake was shot multiple times by the police, LeBron James leading the Lakers back to the championship, the Dodgers winning the World Series, the NFL...

Ashlee Banks is the Executive Producer for the Roland Martin Show and a graduate of Morgan State University. She comes on to share her journey which includes working at RT America and she shares how her obedience to God led her to turn down an opportunity of a lifetime. She also discusses her she has managed to maintain her mental health while covering many social justice movements and so much mor...

Christian Ross-Francis and Celia Newman are co-CEOs of UpNext Sports Consultant Firm. They come on to share how their love of sports led them to work in the business, serving athletes, and the challenges they have overcome in 2020. Follow Up Next Sports Consulting on Instagram.  Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP       Spotify http://bit.ly/BGBWSP1     &...

Dr. Vanessa McMains is a Senior Media Representative at John Hopkins Medicine. In 10 years she has seen the evolution of Science Communications and been apart of so many breakthroughs and milestones including working with a Nobel Prize Laureate. She comes on and shares her story on how she went from being a lab scientist to educating the world about it. Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP   &nb...

John Jervay is a news editor and a podcaster. Prior to this, he worked at ESPN producing digital content, and Complex News. He comes on to discuss his journey which includes choosing Hampton University, landing a job at ESPN, working the NBA Finals, putting the sneaker culture on the map, and being a Black news editor during this climate. Follow John on Twitter at @JohnJervay  Check him out o...

Jamal Brown prides himself on being an underdog who helps other underdogs. He comes on this week to discuss his journey in media, switching his major in college, joining NABJ, and starting his own podcast. Follow him on Twitter Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP       Spotify http://bit.ly/BGBWSP1       Anchor http://bit.ly/BGBWAnchor    iHeart...

A Shutdown sucks, but it may be necessary! Dr. Anthony Fauci and former President, Barack Obama have chimed in on how the COVID-19 has been mishandled and why it is important for people to wear their masks. I discuss my thoughts and how it is cringeworthy when I see people in large gatherings together with no masks especially after knowing people affected by this virus. Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1A...

Born, raised, and educated in Baltimore, Albert Phillips Jr. has always had a passion of empower youth empowerment. He recently wrote the book titled, 'Y'all Hiring" to help young people pursuing their first job. We share stories as both of us attended Baltimore City Community College, Morgan State University, and our first trip to the National Association of Black Journalists. He also discusses e...

Devon Ashby recently wrote the book, PG vs MoCo, A Memoir on Football outside of the Nation's Captial. He talks about how the recent documentary that featured Kevin Durant and many of the NBA stars that are from Prince George's County Maryland inspired him to write the book that will shed light on the NFL stars from the area. He also discusses his trip to the Dominican Republic where he got a deep...

We just days away from the most important election of our lifetime. John Jervay Jr. and I were recording for a future episode of Breaking Through Glass Ceilings, however, the conversation we were having was crucial that we needed to share this now. We must vote! John explains how he will be working the polls to ensure everyone will have a fair shot.  Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP Spotify http:...

Jaycie Schenone and I met when she interviewed me for the Galvanize "Who, Not Do Series." Now we flip the switch and comes on Breaking Through Glass Ceilings to discuss her story. She shares how her relationship with dad has influenced her love of sports, landing an internship at ESPN which would lead to a job and working on award-winning "Last Dance Documentary." Follow Jaycie on Instagram ...

Alexandria Gibilisco was a video editor and master control operator at ESPN for almost 8 years. She discusses growing up in Baltimore, graduating from Morgan State University and landing a job at ESPN fresh out of college. She shares how she almost missed out on their opportunity "due to her mouth." She also shares how she met her husband and how they got married in New York City live on televisio...

Reggie Calhoun Jr, a former athlete himself, has dedicated his life to motivating others to reach their full potential. He shares his story on how he became a consultant after college, and ultimately creating his own school, the RPA College, an esteemed private post-secondary prep institution.  Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP       Spotify http://bit.ly/BGBWSP1  &nb...

Ice Cube has been taking a lot of HEAT because it was revealed that he spoke with the President of the United States, Donald Trump's team about his Contract for Black America. He recently went on CNN to clarify what really happened. So now I am asking you, is it fair to cancel him after this? Let me know what you think. Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP       Spotify http://bit...

Three members of the  NOVA Vemon AAU basketball team join me to discuss their career, playing ball during the pandemic, and how Basketball is more than a sport for them, it's a sisterhood. Kaya Squirewell is tough and physical on the wing as well as the post, can finish in traffic, and plays hard on both ends. She’s a fierce competitor with a high basketball IQ. Off the bounce, she is a handf...

We live in a world where everyone wants to have an opinion. They want to build up their favorites, even if it is at the expense of tearing down another. LeBron James has been the topic of so many debate shows and everyone always wants to point out something that he has not done or cannot do. People spend so much time hating on him and a lot of this is fueled by debate shows. As LeBron said, he wan...

The Los Angeles Lakers are the 2019-2020 NBA Champions.  It wasn't a televised decision, it wasn't a letter on a sports magazine, instead, it was a simple tweet from Klutch Sports announcing LeBron James signing with the Lakers. And now we are here. They are champions of the world. Visit BrianHWaters.com   Subscribe to Breaking Through Glass Ceiling W/ Brian H.   Apple: http://bit.l...

Erika Fernandez is a sports journalist, podcaster, and social media specialist. The New York native stops by to discuss her career journey, being blessed to work in the media capital of the world, and shares how she has overcome some of the struggles women in the sports industry deal with. As a die-hard Mets fan, she shares how she became a fan and her reactions to their two World Series appearanc...

Carita Parks is simply a Communications expert. From public speaking to reporting, to public relations, she can and has done it all. She comes on to discuss how she has been able to juggle many hats in the media business as well as having her own business. Follow her on Twitter @CaritaCParks . Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP       Spotify http://bit.ly/BGBWSP1   &nb...

The Millennial Media Mavens Ashley Baker,  Kelsey Nicole Nelson, Renee P. Washington, Brandon A. Williams, and Brian H. Waters discuss the NBA Finals. Who do you have winning, the Lakers or the Heat? Will LeBron James earn his 4th ring, or will Jimmy Butler spoil the part? Join us for this conversation.    Visit BrianHWaters.com   Subscribe to my podcast,   Breaking Throug...

Ant the Agent, is a certified NBA agent with the Renaissance Sports Group comes on to discuss his career, the process of becoming a sports agent and the importance of helping players build their brand. Anthony, a star running back at Baltimore City College high school discusses the importance of connecting with athletes and more. Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP Spotify http://bit.ly/BGBWSP1 Anchor ht...

Whether it is fans, colleagues, or even managers, women are disrespected in sports way too much. Just a week ago, Maria Taylor started the week with criticism on how she dressed and ended the week with criticisms of her NBA All Team votes. Jason Whitlock recently attempted to discredit Katie Nolan's career path by saying she only got this far in her career due to her looks. Enough is enough! Men,...

Kyle Andrews grew up as an avid reader of the Baltimore Sun and now he covers high school sports in his hometown. He comes on this week to discuss his journey which includes blogging, freelancing, podcasting, covering his favorite teams, overcoming Hodgkin's Disease while at his dream job. Follow him on Twitter @KyleJAndrewsJ_ Apple: http://bit.ly/BGBW1AP       Spotify htt...

Patricia Barnes began her career in health care in the nutrition department. While putting herself through nursing school, she worked as an Administrative Assistant and got a closer look at what would become her future career. Today, in addition to the ten years of nursing experience she is a motivational speaker. As the owner of the GoPatty Brand, she encourages everyone to work to achieve their...