No Wednesday

No Wednesday is BACK ------for a quick random episode between seasons! Dr. E had to tap in for a few to share some reflections on Kendrick Lamar's career, using the Super Bowl LIX performance as a lens...."yeah somebody gotta do it" No Wednesday Season 5 Official Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GJcOtWUhGcjrMX4IIxB1H?si=er3_7_QTQeCzPAWef8x-dg Manny Voices music is availab...

In the 5th "Outro" episode, Dr. E summarizes the season, reflects on these last few months, and gives folks what they want. Y'all know what time it is. No Wednesday Season 5 Official Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GJcOtWUhGcjrMX4IIxB1H?si=er3_7_QTQeCzPAWef8x-dg The album "Call It Morning" (Manny Voices) is available on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple, Tidal, etc). Buy it on B...

CREATIVES UNITE! In this episode, Dr. E has a wide-ranging conversation with the multitalented DJ Ben Ha Meen about harnessing that creative energy, while also taking time to talk about his new comic entitled "Jimi Hendrix: Purple Haze." Show notes below: DJ Ben Ha Meen's website: https://BigDJenergy.com Follow @djbenhameen on Twitter & IG All of Ben Ha Meen's other links: https://linktr.ee/djbenh...

In this episode, Dr. E chats with Veleka Avant of Walk With Me Counseling about grief and how to cope with the grieving process. Be sure to listen and share this with others who may be grieving or wish to support others through grief. Show notes below: Veleka Avant's website: walkwithmecounseling.com Veleka Avant's Instagram: @avant_1111 Additional Resources on grief and grieving: https://...

No Wednesday is BACK for the last part of season 5! This week, Dr. E chats with Tasha Young of Theraprise about her role as a therapist, the importance of therapy & how it works within a broader community framework, how to take full advantage of therapeutic options and more! Show notes below: Tasha Young's email: tasha@walkwithmecc.com Walk With Me Counseling Center: https://www.walkwithme...

Breakin'...will be back soon. Thanks 4 understanding! Show notes: The album "Call It Morning" (Manny Voices) is available on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple, Tidal, etc). Buy it on Bandcamp to get liner notes too: https://mannyvoices.bandcamp.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW VIA: The No Wednesday Podcast Store: https://teespring.com/stores/the-no-wednesday-podcast-store Use code NW24 FO...

HAPPY NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK! In this episode, Dr. E chats with Spelmanite and library scholar Dr. Shaundra Walker about the importance of libraries, her work within those spaces and how we can support them. Additional show notes below: Dr. Shaundra Walker's email: shaundra.walker@gcsu.edu Dr. Walker is co-editor of the book "The Black Librarian in America: Reflections, Resistance and Reawakening F...

In this episode, Dr. E has an awesome conversation about motivation, being relentless, owning your story and so much more with K Noel Jordan, aka "the Relentless Motivator." Show notes below: K Noel's Website:  www.relentlessmotivationalgroup.com K Noel's Instagram:  @knoelmotivates K Noel's Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/knoelmotivates K Noel's Twitter:  @knoelmotiv...

In this episode, Dr. E breaks down what's been happening with backlash to "DEI" (diversity, equity & inclusion) being everywhere in the news and draws from both personal experience as a practitioner, broad trends and the wisdom/experiences of others. More DEI resources - some mentioned in the show, some not: Op Ed by Dr. Bettina Love https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-no-p...

In this week's episode, Emmanuel takes us OUTSIDE to experience nature with two special guests as experts - Candace Dantes ("Cowgirl Candace") and Edward Morrow ("Edward the Arborist"). Show notes below! Candace Dantes: https://candacedantes.com/ and email at info@candacedantes.com Edward Morrow: https://edwardthearborist.com/ and email at info@edwardthearborist.com Outdoor Afro: https://outdooraf...

In this week's episode, Emmanuel talks about his experience dealing with being laid off recently, with some hopefully universal lessons for listeners. Be sure to share this one with anyone who's lost a job! More show notes below: The album "Call It Morning" (Manny Voices) is available on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple, Tidal, etc). Buy it on Bandcamp to get liner notes t...

WE BACK! In the season 5 debut episode of #NoWednesday, Emmanuel touches on everything from music, to life updates, to Allen Iverson as a way to catch up since 2022 & set the tone for the new season. Show notes below: Call It Morning is available on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple, Tidal, etc). Buy it on Bandcamp to get liner notes too: https://mannyvoices.bandcamp.com/ Increase Your L...

The show returns for season 5 on March 6th, 2024. Thank you for rocking with No Wednesday! Link for more: https://linktr.ee/nowednesdaypod

IT'S TIME! In the outro episode of season 4, Emmanuel takes listeners through the entire "Call It Morning" album - released OFFICIALLY TODAY -  talking about its connection to his life and the No Wednesday podcast in between songs. What other podcasts out there inspire entire albums? NONE! So ENJOY IT! Thank you. Link to Bandcamp page for Call It Morning: https://mannyvoices.bandcamp.com/ (al...

It's been a few weeks, but there's a nice surprise in store! Listen to find out more.... SUPPORT THE SHOW VIA: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowednesdaypod The No Wednesday Podcast Store: https://teespring.com/stores/the-no-wednesday-podcast-store Cashapp: $itsdrlittle Inquire about voice-over work: https://emmanuellittle.com/thevoice/ Twitter & IG: @nowednesdaypod Hashtag #NoWednesday Mail...

This week, Emmanuel grapples with the seemingly low-bar of what society deems a "good dad" and challenges himself & other fathers to pull our weight as parents. Tweet referenced by Twitter user @AmyGDalaMD: https://twitter.com/AmyGDalaMD/status/1545148030353113089 Articles: USA Today https://www.today.com/news/women-do-2-more-hours-housework-daily-men-study-says-t172272   Women are still...

It's time for our seasonal check-in! In this installment of "Who Taught You To Love Yourself?" Emmanuel talks about abandoning "the grind" in favor of self & maintaining balance. Interlude song is by Manny Voices  #IncreaseYourLexicon: "Cursorial" (adj) Unsung Black Heroes: Althea Gibson Weird World of Wildlife: California Condor  Joyful Noise: Stereolab - A Flower Called Nowhere SUP...

This week, it's all about the introverts and the people who love them! Emmanuel grapples with managing his introversion with extroverted roles in his professional life.  Susan Cain - "Quiet: The Power of Introverts In A World That Can't Stop Talking" book: https://susancain.net/book/quiet/   #IncreaseYourLexicon: "Wanton" (adj) Song snippet via Manny Voices Unsung Black Heroes: Willie Du...

IT'S THE SEASON 4 DEBUT OF NO WEDNESDAY!!! In the debut episode, Emmanuel gets folks caught up on what's been going on, and what he's considering as he looks for a therapist. Given that June is Men's Mental Health Month, maybe this is timely for someone. Betterhelp Talkspace Psychologytoday.com Therapy For Black Girls Stuck With Damon Young podcast episode "What's Good?" referenced in this show #I...

No, not a real episode. But Emmanuel updates the listeners on the status of season 4, since it's been a MINUTE. SUPPORT THE SHOW VIA: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowednesdaypod The No Wednesday Podcast Store: https://teespring.com/stores/the-no-wednesday-podcast-store Cashapp: $itsdrlittle Inquire about voice-over work: https://emmanuellittle.com/thevoice/ Twitter & IG: @nowednesdaypod Ha...

It's the SEASON 3 FINALE! Emmanuel reviews the season and drops off a cool series of shoutouts. Song (produced by J Keyz) included, of course. #IncreaseYourLexicon: "Beleaguered" (adj) Unsung Black Heroes: Lisa Gelobter, Black female computer scientist responsible for the GIF https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisa_Gelobter Weird World of Wildlife: Aye-Aye https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aye-aye &nb...

In this episode, Emmanuel gets real about feeling as though his days may be numbered as a Black male.  Black male mortality statistics https://usafacts.org/articles/men-die-more-often-than-women-black-men-are-the-hardest-hit/ More via Brookings Institute https://www.brookings.edu/blog/brookings-now/2021/02/26/charts-of-the-week-black-mens-life-expectancy-student-debt-and-black-households-strugglin...

This week, Emmanuel interviews the co-founders of the Freedom Georgia Initiative - Renee Walters and Ashley Scott! They are building this city in Wilkinson County, GA and this interview features info on how/why they founded it, challenges, and ways to get involved. Additional show notes below: Freedom GA Initiative main website: http://thefreedomgeorgiainitiative.com/  Donate via www.freedomf...

The show is back! This week, Emmanuel discusses the power and importance of mentorship in his life, as well as some key tips for those looking for mentors and those who mentor others. Additional show notes below: #IncreaseYourLexicon: "Edifice" (n) Unsung Black Heroes: Sister Rosetta Tharpe, inventor of rock & roll Weird World of Wildlife: Giant Otter Joyful Noise: Lucy Pearl - "Everyday" http...

No new episode this week. You know the vibes. BUT...as a consolation, take 10% off all merch, all month from the No Wednesday Store using the code NWNOVEMBER . Link: https://teespring.com/stores/the-no-wednesday-podcast-store SUPPORT THE SHOW VIA: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowednesdaypod The No Wednesday Podcast Store: https://teespring.com/stores/the-no-wednesday-podcast-store Cashapp: $it...