Journeys of the nSpyteOf

A forgotten jacket. A replacement. Then the same mistake… again. In this episode of Journeys of the nSpyteOfs , what starts as a simple travel mishap—losing a jacket on a family trip to Brazil—unfolds into something deeper. After replacing it, only to lose the new one a week later (this time with an AirTag inside), the journey becomes less about the item… and more about the pattern. From Carnival...

A $50 ticket. A random walk. A moment that turned into a masterclass. In this episode of Journeys of the nSpyteOfs , Sharing a spontaneous decision to attend a Spike Lee and Stephen Colbert conversation in Montclair that unfolded into a moment of lessons on purpose, rest, and the unexpected wisdom of strangers. From Spike’s stories about finding his “why” at Morehouse, to the improvised brilliance...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpiteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Through the lens of powerful books and stories we look to continually reconstruct and overcome obstacles. Each episode is centered around powerful experiences or through the lens of a book...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpiteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Through the lens of powerful books and stories we look to continually reconstruct and overcome obstacles. Each episode is centered around powerful experiences or through the lens of a book...

Like NDegeocello says, "Love takes off the mask that we fear we can't live without" so i strive to present myself maskless! Join me in this reflection, learning and analyzing from great readings, watching, discussing and thinking that's occurred recently. It's a great time in life to be curious to learn from the history behind us and in front of us! Thanks for joining me o...

Love & Hip Hop. It sounds like I am going to discuss the cultural classic movie by that name, but not. Love & Hip Hop, could it be a nod to Erykah and Common's collab, maybe somewhat. Possibly hints of Brown Sugar, however what was before and after like the Alpha and Omega of Brown Sugar.. Lyrics in Hip Hop often show Love, and some Hip Hop artists approach it directly with metaphors....

I had a great time listening to the knowledge spewed by Joy Buolamwini, founder of the Algorithmic Justice League and author of Unmasking AI. More nSpyteOf stories and fighters for inclusivity that benefits society and business.  Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we wan...

As Rakim said, "It ain't where you're from it's where your at". Join me in this reflection, learning and analyzing from great conversations and questions that came up recently. Have you ever had someone ask you a simple question and it caused you to ponder, connect dots and simply acknowledge. Some introspective time connecting generational rights of passage. And of course...

Episode #13 From Rags to Pursuits: Discussing Tom Papa's book with DJ Fire Join us in dialogue with a good friend from the Bronx NY and Paterson NJ as we discuss who is a fan person and who is an air conditioner, Android vs The Apple, are children addicts (humor) and I think we discussed baking???? Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights fo...

Experimenting with some recordings outside in the fresh air. Hope you enjoy this conversation about riding and unraveling current decisions, as we proceed. Join us in a moment experiencing a movement through lyrics, poetry, art and community through an unforgettable lyrical masterpiece that came towards the tail of the Golden Age of Hip Hop.  Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover toget...

I was listening to a live performance of an amazing piece of art, The Stakes is High, however Tariq filled in for Plug II. Afterwards, I wanted to discuss the dissecting of these lyrics and this moment in time. Join us in a moment experiencing a movement through lyrics, poetry, art and community through an unforgettable lyrical masterpiece that came towards the tail of the Golden Age of Hip Hop. J...

Episode #10 The Inevitable, we can't stop and we won't stop #the merging. Like an iRobot world explored by De La Soul! Join us in dialogue with a good friend in the computer science, security and education world, Adrian aka Plug 1. Let's talk about what all the artificial intelligence tied to ChatGPT, other LLM's and beyond, what does it all mean to us. How do we understand it,...

Episode #9 Like Entering the WuTang yet Entering the Mindset Development of the HBCU through MSU (Morgan State University) Join us in dialogue with two of my Brothers from our Godfather talking about our HBCU "Why" and "How" a Godfather as a Mentor changed and/or protected us during periods that would either bend us or break us. We spend time laughing, remembering the pinnacle...

Episode #8 lol I accidentally said #9 smh. Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Today I am reviewing an amazing poet that I "met" (meaning became exposed to) through my fan boy live show visits with the artist Robert...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Today I am with Jelani Millard, yes my son, who is a young adult working in finance in Gotham NYC, however he spends some time traveling to places I have yet to see! Where could that be and...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Today I am sharing an experience, my journey of finding my phone and how our phone is so critical to life, lol seriously. I wonder if you have had similar experiences and wonder, what would...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Today I am reviewing a journey told through a story where two worlds intersect. The two worlds have common themes and one of the main themes is related to "What Happened To that Boy&qu...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. Today I am dissecting lyrics from a poet, a hip hop poet. Kendrick Lamar’s new album continues to showcase his art as he shares his journey through therapy to break generational cycles. Thi...

Journeys Of The nSpyteOf, as we continue our journey into conversations that cross generations and cultures  while focusing on introspective growth. Wait!? My first podcast did start off talking about Will, that is Will Smith and his book titled Will, so now what? Should We Talk (a little) about This? In episode III join me in my monologue version of talking one on one with you, however don't...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue. TodayI'm joined with April Croy and Cranston Chester as guests on our journey discussing ideas around an amazing book called Dopamine Nation by Anna Lemke. Lot's of great topics f...

Join us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the  nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue.  Join Dwaine Millard and his guest Calvin Skelton, master educator and high school basketball coach, discuss the book Will by Will Smith. The conversation uses the book as a tool to discuss...