Connections with Ed Clark and Cherelle James

Cherelle James is back and we catch up on the latest news impacting North Carolina. We also fins some time to talk about the Olympics, and some Triangle connections. Plus, we look at how the Presidential campaign seems to have taken up permanent residence is North Carolina. All of that and so much more on this weeks edition. Support the show

Join us for a special edition of Connections as we discuss the increasing number of suicides in North Carolina and what some people are doing to raise awareness. Our guests are Sheyenne Kramer and Mirama Bah. They are part of a coalition of groups in the Triangle, sponsoring events to raise awareness. Please visit the website https://ignitethespark.co/ to get all the latest information and registe...

It is the Fourth of July weekend, and American democracy is in jeopardy. Joe Biden, coming off a weak debate performance, is trying to ensure the voters that he is the right choice to be President. Join me and Cherelle James as we get you caught up on the latest news. We explore the impact of NC Governor Roy Cooper's influence on the presidential race. Plus, we have to talk about the Supreme...

Join me for the latest episode of Connection. I talked to filmmaker and creative Prehhus Lee about what she has been up to since visiting us last year: another major health crisis, new projects, advocating for your healthcare, and much more to discuss.  PRESHUS LEE (pronunciation: precious) Correct spelling is PreShus...the "S" is non-negotiable​​​​​​​ Writer/Editor/Director/ Multi-Hyphe...

Join us as we take an in-depth look at the issues impacting people. Cherelle and I analyze the race for governor in North Carolina. Will the Josh Stien v Mark Robinson contest drive people to the polls? North is in the spotlight. Plus, we catch you up on the latest news for the week... Support the show

Happy Easter!!! Cherelle and I  are here to discuss the latest news from the past two weeks. The collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore leads us off as we also talk about infrastructure, transportation, and the big political stories. Plus, we talk about the latest developments in the accreditation crisis and St. Augustine's University. Support the show

Pastor Al Gee developed a deep and abiding relationship with God through Christ as a young child. His longing for the increased manifestation of the miraculous among the Body of Christ was initiated through his personal experience with divine healing from a childhood disease.  Born in Miami, Florida, the third of seven children to Allious and Mable Gee, he was groomed throughout his youth to belie...

Ms. Frances McNeill is a dedicated African American educator whose journey has been defined by a relentless commitment to empowering young minds and fostering academic excellence. She was born and raised in North Carolina, where she made her home in Angier, NC.  Frances discovered her passion for education at an early age, inspired by the transformative impact of her teachers and the lack of minor...

Kezia “Kate” Goodwin strived to reimagine childcare systems during her 34-year career in early childhood education, including as a pre-K teacher, director, and district manager with KinderCare Learning Centers, among other roles. As the co-founder of the nonprofit research and development group Truth Education Foundation and founder of Kate’s Korner Learning Center , she’s created an inclusive chi...

With so much going on around the world and in the country, we take time this week to try and get everyone caught up on the most critical issues of the day. Hamas and Israel are in a fight that has reached epic levels of brutality. The US House is without a Speaker. There is still no budget deal. Should I go on? The bottom line is we have a lot to talk about. Join us for this important episode of C...

Take the time to listen to this important episode with Special Guest Preshus Lee. A writer and creator, PreShus Lee, was raised in Jersey City, NJ, and is currently based in  Durham, NC. Growing up in a house full of busy adults, TV was often her babysitter and friend. An affinity for classic shows, like her all-time favorite “The Nanny,” sparked the inspiration for her to write her own stories. A...

There would be no Connections without Val Atkinson. Val served as host of the show for 33 years!!! He's back this week to talk all things political. Join us as we talk about the latest on Trump's legal troubles, the racist murders in Jacksonville, Fl, Mitch McConnell's latest health scare, the North Carolina Governor's race, and a who lot more. If you want to here more from Val...

Have you ever considered where your food comes from and whether it is fresh? We have some answers. Join us as we discuss your food and alternative farming methods with Elvin and Madeline Eaton. They own and run Fairport Farms in Kittrel, NC. Using innovative techniques, they bring fresh microgreens and other produce to farmers' markets and restaurants in central North Carolina without using h...

Join us as we catch up on what's happening in the NC Legislature with Zack Hawkins. Zack is among the most significant young political leaders in the state under 40, as indicated when he was named an NCCU 2018 Forty Under Forty Honoree. He has served in local, state, and national leadership roles, most recently as 1st Vice Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party. In this role, he was abl...

Join us for another great discussion. This time we are talking philanthropy with Baron Damon. Barron Damon is a Certified Nonprofit Consultant and Philanthropic Coach with over 20 years of experience working as an Executive for a National Non-Profit Organization. He holds coaching certifications from the Center for Congregational Health, an Associate Coaching Certification (ACC) from the Internati...

Join us as we welcome Dr. Greta Oliver, The Roadmap Coach.  Greta Oliver is a professional coach specializing in student development, career development, and leadership development devoted to helping those in transition. She is the author of two books you should have on your shelf,  College Roadmap - Essential Tips for First-Time College Students and Their Families, published in 2021, and Career R...

Join us as we welcome Lenwood V. Long, Sr., to the program. Lenwood is the President/CEO of the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs, a coalition of CEOs of Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) loan funds, credit unions, and venture capital funds representing all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Alliance members are united in their commitment to social and economic justice f...

Join Cherelle and me as we welcome media expert Valonda Calloway, The TV Lady. We discuss her book  Tips From The TV Lady, A Guide For Making A Great Impression On Camera And In Person . Valonda also takes the time to give us tips, from how to be better in Zoom meetings to how to introduce yourself more memorably. We can't forget the rest of the news as we look at Donald Trump's latest i...

This episode was originally broadcast on May 28, 2023, on Foxy 104/107. As usual, we get caught up on the news, but this episode is from Minneapolis, Minnesota. We were there to cover the events commemorating the third anniversary of the murder of George Perry Floyd, Jr. As many of you know, George's roots are in Eastern North Carolina. We talked to his aunts, uncles, and cousins to gain a de...

Are you an entrepreneur and need some inspiration? Well, we have a great show for you. Join me and Cherelle as we discuss how to grow your business with Jimmy Davies, the founder of https://every.black . Learn some history as we discuss the roots of https://every.black in the Fuller Products (Brush) Company, started by S.B. Fuller.  Support the show

Join us as we discuss mental health with Marcus King and Laura Valintine of https://mylavni.com . May is mental health awareness month, and we want people to consider how important it is to take care of both physical and emotional health concerns. Marcus and Laura have created a platform that provides a safe place for people of color to find mental health providers that are in tune with the commun...