Lets Just Talk About It Podcast with Chuck

Send us Fan Mail A conversation that is both powerful and poignant , this episode features Ashley Smith, whose transformative journey from Baltimore to the trials of incarceration, and beyond, is bound to move you. Unfiltered and heartfelt, Ashley's stirring narration shines a light on the unique challenges women face in prison, from harassment and disrespect to systemic failures in drug reha...

Send us Fan Mail What if the greatest battle you've ever fought was against yourself? Picture this: a boy from Cavalier Manor, Portsmouth, Virginia spiraling into a life of addiction and crime. That's my story and I'm not afraid to share it. From the highs of my childhood to the lows of dropping out of high school, I'll take you through my journey that led to a disastrous heroi...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to be inspired. Today, I have a conversation with a woman whose resilience shines through dark clouds of adversity, Dr. Jeanette Delaney Manns . Sharing her poignant life story of survival , Dr. Manns opens up about her harrowing experiences, from near-death experiences to enduring chronic asthma, domestic violence, and the trials of raising two children whilst pursuing a...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how someone could transform his life from addiction and homelessness to creating a safe haven for others battling similar issues? Our guest, Tommy Hawthorne, founder of the San Diego Detox Center, takes us through his incredible life journey. He offers a raw account of his escapades on the streets of New York and San Diego, his addiction struggles, and his e...

Send us Fan Mail Are you aware of how significant your vote is? How it can sculpt the landscape of your community, and ultimately, the nation? Let's peel back the layers of this crucial topic with the astute and insightful Ms. Carolyn White. We dissect the June primaries and ongoing redistricting issues from the 2010 census. Carolyn also shares her enlightening experience from her campaign fo...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it takes to rise from humble beginnings and face life’s harsh realities with resilience and strength? Today, I'm thrilled to dive into an enriching conversation with the remarkable Ursula McCray , fondly known as Loxx a member of the Lady Unity Rydaz 757. Growing up on a farm in Chester, Virginia, she transitioned from chasing chickens  to becoming a mother...

Send us Fan Mail You're about to be taken on an inspirational journey with my guest, Terence Bull Terry, a man who leveraged adversity to fuel his dreams. Born and raised in Hopewell, Virginia, Terence opens up about his childhood, his passion for football that led him to college, and the importance of education. He emphasizes how he took life's hardships head-on, growing up between diff...

Send us Fan Mail Pedal to the metal, wind in your hair, the open road ahead - picture this as I journey alongside the Lady Unity Rydaz 757 , an awe-inspiring female riding club. These ladies says Ms Cinnamon aren't just about the bike life; they're about sisterhood, community, and life's simple joy of giving back. From the inception of their mother chapter in 2004 , to the unity and...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine transforming the darkest and most painful parts of your life into a beacon of hope for others. That's precisely what Shalonda Jones has done. I had the honor of hearing her riveting story - a tale of overcoming emotional and physical abuse and finding her life's purpose by helping others escape similar situations. Shalonda's inspiring battle through adversit...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how the power of resilience can alter the trajectory of a life? In an enthralling conversation , I have a dialogue with David Carmichael , a man who withstood struggles that would have otherwise broken many. Raised in a foster home in Goldsboro, North Carolina, David takes us on a remarkable journey of survival, from navigating the harsh streets of Washingto...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to embark on an emotional journey with us as we sit down with Pamela Wright, an inspiring woman who battled addiction and emerged victorious . Join us as she takes you through the twisting lanes of her past - a journey from her strict childhood in the Ida Barbour section, of Portsmouth Virginia   to the risky world of drug smuggling, and the eventual fallout. Pamela's...

Send us Fan Mail Join me for a journey of self-reflection and discovery with Donald (Don-Don) Brooks Jr., who has spent the better half of his life incarcerated , paying the price for a decision he made as a teenager. With a raw frankness, Donald uncovers the reality of his upbringing in Virginia's Chesapeake and the compelling desire to fit in that led him down an unfortunate path. He unveil...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we unfold the harrowing tale of Tony Edward Lewis , a man who has been behind bars for 50 long years since he was a mere teenager, with my relentless guest, Karen Morrison - the founder and president of Fighting 4 Freedom LLC. Karen passionately shares her mission to liberate Tony who was convicted of sexual assault at 16, and despite receiving a commutation from the Go...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to rebuild a life after spending 26 years in the prison system? My guest for this episode, Alexander Campbell, has an answer. With a candid and raw perspective, Alexander shakes the conversation as he shares his story from the streets of Washington DC to a Virginia prison cell, an d finally to a new life as a mentor and a chef. This conversation is a stirring exp...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine losing everything to addiction and rising from the ashes to dedicate your life to helping others break free from its devastating grip . That's the inspiring journey of Dr. Robb Kelly, CEO of Rob Kelly Recovery Group in Dallas, Texas, who joins me in this powerful episode. From growing up in Manchester, England, to overcoming his own addiction, Robb's story is a t...

Send us Fan Mail Growing up as a preacher's kid in Pomona, California, Tamara Marie Perry Vance had a sheltered childhood, but her journey to self-discovery and healing truly began when she left home for college. We sit down with Tamara for an inspiring conversation about navigating the challenges of living in the black culture and church where mental illness and depression are rarely discuss...

Send us Fan Mail Hey listeners welcome back to another episode of Lets Just Talk About It Podcast. What if you could learn from someone who has experienced the dark world of drug addiction and crime, and come out the other side stronger than ever? Join us in this powerful conversation with Calvin Parrish, aka Sweet Pea , as he shares his journey growing up in the Cavalry Manor section of Portsmout...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Lets just talk about it Podcast with Chuck . On this episode I wanted to start this second season off with looking back at my first year of Podcasting and share a few things I've learned along the way, and there  maybe someone listening right now who desires to start a podcast, but you just don't have the motivation to do it, but hopefully after listening...

Send us Fan Mail Thanks for tuning in to Lets Just Talk about It Podcast. Today I have Felicia Howard on with me today where she shares her experience growing up in Chesapeake VA , and also what she's up to now as a wife, a mother, sister, grandmother, niece entrepreneur and new podcaster.   I love this conversation because sometimes in life we may feel like we've been dealt a bad hand b...

Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for tuning in to Lets Just Talk About It Podcast. Today I have two special guest, Mental Health Counselor Aaron Anderson and former Mental Health board of directors Antonio Morgan where we have a great conversation on the rising concerns of Mental health and what we can do about it.  And hey let's face it we all have some emotional scars some are big, some a...

Send us Fan Mail Hey listeners! Thank you so much for tuning in to " Lets Just Talk About It Podcast ." Today I have special guest DeVaughn J Hall from Roanoke VA but who's currently incarcerated at the Buckingham Correctional Center in Dillwyn VA. On this episode DeVaughn shares his experience of being given an unjust prison sentence of 25 years (Summers) in 2005; but through it al...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Lets Just Talk About It Podcas t. Today I have special guest Carlton Copeland from Portsmouth VA, a section called Cavalier Manor.  On this episode we have a great dialogue about the history of Portsmouth and the greatness that has come out of it.   He also shares what he's up to now as a husband, a father, and his passion for helping to mak...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Lets Just Talk About It Podcast!   Today on this episode I have Christa Roseboro the mother of DeVaughn J. Hall where she shares her experience of seeing her son DeVaughn at the age of 19 be sentenced to a harsh sentence of 25 yrs. in prison for carjacking and robbery in 2005. The reason why I called this episode A mother’s Love is because Christ...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Lets Just Talk About It Podcast . On this episode I have Serena Mann the owner of the Heavenly Heart Impact Center in the City of Portsmouth VA where she shares her passion for making an impact in the lives of people in the community, with resources like childcare, financial education, drone aviation training and home buyer workshops. But as alwa...

Send us Fan Mail Hey listeners thank you for your support in listening to Lets just talk about it podcast on a weekly basis . On today's episode I have Karen Morrison the founder & president of the nonprofit organization Fighting 4 Freedom LLC, where she shares her passion for Fighting for the Unjustly Imprisoned and for those with harsh prison sentences. This conversation is very informa...