Frankly Speaking with Tyra G

We are celebrating the seventh year of proof that dreams can come true. We have been telling stories to touch the mind, the heart, and the spirit. They have been multicultural, intergenerational, educational, and inspirational, and you have told them! This week, we are opening a new chapter from our Frankly Speaking Human Library Catalogue: This is Us Next Chapter. These stories shine a light on t...

Legacy is about life and living. It's about learning from the past, living in the present, and building for the future. A legacy can take countless shapes: children, grandchildren, a thriving business, a spark of an idea, a cherished book, a vibrant community, a welcoming home, or simply a fragment of our spirit. We are naturally drawn to the question of how the world will remember us. Will our le...

In 1977, the Muhammad Ali film introduced the world to “The Greatest Love of All,” a soulful anthem written by Michael Masser and Linda Creed and performed by George Benson. Its opening lines set a heartfelt stage for this week’s Frankly Speaking radio show: Were it not for Those Who Care. “I believe that children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty t...

The recent challenging cultural and societal circumstances have forced my heart to turn to our future and ask the question, “What About the Children…and those who love them”. The children are both our future and our now. What they see us do, what they hear us say, shapes who they become. To give the question a platform, Frankly Speaking, has been highlighting stories where young people speak for t...

Meet Patrick. "Patrick has autism and an intellectual disability. Until 2008, Patrick lived with his biological mother in Texas. She worked hard to ensure that Patrick had every opportunity to achieve his fullest potential. She socialized Patrick, taught him manners, and gave him basic skills. Sadly, after so many years of her life dedicated to the care and growth of her son, Patrick's mother was...

No one told her she couldn't, so she lives in a world of possibilities. Student, musician, dancer, competitive athlete, and faith-based servant leader, Naomi Nero, a Gen Z member, decided to become a game-changer. Using her Master’s Honor thesis as her launch pad, she leaves the University of Chicago to continue her research in a five-year Doctorate Program at Georgetown University in Northern Vir...

Looking back, in 1986, Whitney Houston sang a powerful, positive message about nurturing our children and believing in their potential, titled “The Greatest Love of All.” “I believe that children are our future Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty they possess inside Please give them a sense of pride to make it easier Let the children’s laughter remind us how we used...

I can remember when an application was required for employment. A program was a TV show. Memory was something you lose with age, and a CD was a bank account. I love intergenerational conversations about the past and the present. Perhaps this is because I believe life is a process, not an event. It is a journey, not a destination. We also know that events shape values and behavior. Trends change ov...

I celebrate veterans and active-duty military who keep us safe, often at significant cost. War is part of human history. I aim to share diverse war stories, including their impact on families and cultural legacies, across age, gender, and racial lines. The Vietnam War was my coming-of-age war. I was immersed in—and confused by—the war at home over US involvement, while grieving school friends who...

I don’t know if you have noticed in the past few years how many podcasts, self-help books, and talk shows have focused on surviving uncertainty, unrest, feelings of powerlessness, and sustaining and maintaining relationships. The term self-care has increased its presence in our vernacular, rustling its importance, but only present in authentic conversations and relationships.  According to Google...

We are living through uncertainty, civil unrest, unnatural disasters, global misadventures, and loss. This time forces us to face reality and recognize our own and our society's fragility. We must speak up for hope and reconsider what truly matters in our lives. Getting through tough times means encouraging ourselves. Remember, we are constantly growing and changing. Even when we are still, we sho...

Brene Brown defines a leader as someone who “takes responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes, and who dares to develop that potential.” She invites leadership to dare to be brave leaders by leading with wholehearted leadership and self-awareness by embracing vulnerability and courage cultures. (Oct 30, 2018) To build courage in teams and organizations, daring leaders must cu...

It is not what it seems. During this season, perhaps some of you have felt mental and emotional uncertainty and unrest. It seems that everything that could be shaken is shaking, where noise, angry noise, appears to be drowning out laughter and love. I am describing what I felt from an adult perspective, someone who has known challenge, loss, and fear. And somehow, with the help of faith, time, and...

Renowned Karmic astrologer Dora Jones passionately asserts that each of us enters this life with a unique promise, a special gift, a driving passion, and a profound heartfelt desire.  Your promise is your sacred commitment—what you are destined to master in this lifetime. It embodies the challenge of overcoming, resolving, or healing specific aspects of your consciousness. As you navigate the jour...

Throughout my experiences in education, writing, inspiring others, hosting international talks, managing a business, and facing life's challenges, I constantly find myself asking the critical question: What about the children? What time is it on their clock of well-being and achievement? After all, we are all invested in the outcome through legacy. Legacy is our interconnection across time, encomp...

Renowned Karmic astrologer Dora Jones passionately asserts that each of us enters this life with a unique promise, a special gift, a driving passion, and a profound heartfelt desire.  Your promise is your sacred commitment—what you are destined to master in this lifetime. It embodies the challenge of overcoming, resolving, or healing specific aspects of your consciousness. As you navigate the jour...

Everyone has a story, and in fact, each person is a story. Our stories evolve as part of a journey rather than a destination; they are a process, not just an event. We grow emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically throughout this journey. It is only when we look back and reflect that we can truly understand our paths. This week, we take a look at the life journey of one intelligent, evol...

 “Millennials represent one of the most thrilling and formidable generations since the baby boomers ignited a social revolution. Rather than seeking to overthrow the Establishment, they are simply coming of age in a landscape that lacks one. The Industrial Revolution equipped individuals with the power to relocate to cities, launch businesses, educate themselves, and organize in new ways. Now, the...

I find myself increasingly troubled by the state of our nation and the legacy we are creating for future generations. What will the future hold for them? Consider the young girl navigating the treacherous waters of middle school, desperately seeking a way to escape the hurtful messages she encounters on social media. Think of the young man consumed by violent video games, losing touch with reality...

WHAT IF your family has fallen out of balance as you were navigating life, and crisis was your new rhythm?  WHAT IF you and your family are experiencing food insecurity or a lack of clothing and shelter? WHAT IF you are an expectant mother considering adoption for your baby and need both medical care and guidance in the decision-making process and placement? WHAT IF you are a New American or a ref...

During the pandemic, HOME transformed into a multifaceted space, serving as classrooms, daycares, science labs, offices, churches, gyms, and even makeshift hospitals—all at once. What once felt like a sufficient and spacious physical environment now seemed inadequate. Nursing homes became barriers to physical expressions of love and served as a measure of how effectively our country was managing t...

Many parents want their children to embrace ideas such as cooperation, kindness, or honesty, but these may be the most challenging concepts for them to convey. In a flicker, youngsters spot a lecture coming and are quick to retreat mentally, leaving behind a black expression that nearly every parent recognizes with a sigh. Fortunately, parents already have a strategy "in their backyard " to delive...

Introducing the remarkable Grand Prize Winner of C-SPAN’s 2021 StudentCam Documentary Competition: Theo Poulin, a talented 9th grader from Williamsville South High School in Williamsville, NY. Theo's groundbreaking documentary, "Trust Fall," captivated judges and secured his victory. “In an unprecedented year, we received entries from over 2,300 students spanning 43 states, Washington, DC, and eve...

In this special edition, we embark on a journey to reflect on the profound insights shared by our previous guests within the "What About the Children" theme. Together, we will explore their collective challenges in the present, transforming this moment into an opportunity for us to consider a vital question: What time is it on life's clock for our children's well-being, accomplishments, and happin...

Think back to the first time you engaged in an art project as a child. That moment was not just about creativity; it was a profound expression of who you are, conjuring something extraordinary from mere imagination. Remember that school trip to a museum or a national park? Those experiences were monumental, filled with discoveries that left an indelible mark on your identity and contributed to you...