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Did you know that Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States? Even though it’s a holiday celebrating freedom, many people don’t understand what it’s all about. We think we can change that by talking about Juneteenth and its significance. How can we help to educate and inform others about the holiday? What can we do to make sure that everyone understands the meaning of Juneteen...

In this episode we go over some Olympic black history. The name is Vonetta Flowers and this multi-sport athlete did big things. Let's talk!

In this weeks episode we talk about a few different aspects of Black History of Pine Grove School. Education was a very big thing for African American. Now education is looked at as little or none at all. The key objective is to move the culture forward. If we never talk about any of the history that has unfolded, how will we know how far we've come? So let's talk.

Up next, Retreat Rosenwald School. There is still plenty of schools left to go through in this Rosenwald School journey. Let's talk!

The research behind when "Black Folk" arrived in the US is still questionable. In this episode we point out a possible timeline. All is still up for debate but this is pretty solid. Who would have known that it'd be South Carolina. Let' talk!

Welcome to another week of Black history convo. This weeks finds are Rodney Monroe, Thaddeus Tate, Friendship 9 and Freaknik. Let's talk!

In this episode Vi Lyles is the highlight for our black history pick. This ended up being slightly political but direct. There are different ways to go about change within the government. The thing is who's way will ever be the best? Tap in below. Let's go!

In this episode we talk about a few things. One of the main being two black historic men. Harvey B Gantt and Harvey Boyd. They both share a big history space within Charlotte. Check out the episode to get all the details.

Part 1: The next move is up to you. Let's begin this three part series. This is easier said than done most times. Why? If you are not doing anything the "next" will never be. Our lives depend on us. Make a solid decision and stand on it. Never doubt it. Believe in it. We have to be of value to our own self first. Then spread that love and value amongst people. The one thing that's still needed in...

Q takes time off and heads to Dreamville Fest. While there he had a message. Let's go!

Part 1: The next move is up to you. Let's begin this three part series. This is easier said than done most times. Why? If you are not doing anything the "next" will never be. Our lives depend on us. Make a solid decision and stand on it. Never doubt it. Believe in it. We have to be of value to our own self first. Then spread that love and value amongst people. The one thing that's still needed in...

The next move is up to you. Let's begin this three part series. This is easier said than done most times. Why? If you are not doing anything the "next" will never be. Our lives depend on us. Make a solid decision and stand on it. Never doubt it. Believe in it. We have to be of value to our own self first. Then spread that love and value amongst people. The one thing that's still needed in the brok...

Take a look at yourself and remember. What you put out is what will likely come your way. All attention is not good attention. Look the part and take full account of your actions.

Here is the last part to close out our Women's History Month. Though it is not an end to speaking on the topic. Happy Res/Easter to all.

This episode is dedicated to women of color. Not just black but all women of "color". Thank you for being great at what you all do. Continue to raise the bar. Let's go!

How do you really know when an investment is good or bad? It's hard to tell sometimes. There are many angles that this conversation can go. What are some investments that you have made along the years that may have been good or bad? Tap in below. Let's go!

No really. Did you read the directions? A lot of us sometimes will just skip them and miss valuable info. In this episode we discuss a situation that could have gone totally wrong. If it were not for the directions things could have taken and ugly turn. Let's see what this episode is about.

We felt that the message behind this pod was on point so we decided to post it. Let's go!

This has been an excellent month of black history for us here at NJMP. So much that we have decided to push the narrative permanently. Our journey to find something that is wholesome for the culture has been trivial. Now we have it. Let's get into this episode.

For our Black History month we will be going on a journey. To point out black inventors that a lot of us have never heard of. A lot of this info will probably never be talked about. Maybe so. If not here is our tribute. This is part 3. Hopefully you all are locking in and doing your research to find other black inventors. One more week to go. Let's go!

Criticism ! Can you really take it? Do you know how to translate different types of criticism? Since the beginning of time there has been criticism. Some taken with a grain of salt. Other types of criticism may have had you beheaded. One definition states the expression of disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes. This episode should bring a small light to the word...

For our Black History month we will be going on a journey. To point out black inventors that a lot of us have never heard of. A lot of this info will probably never be talked about. Maybe so. If not here is our tribute. This is part 2. Hopefully you all are locking in and doing your research to find other black inventors. Let's go!

Having someone to reach out to can sometimes be the biggest journey. The main reason for that can be trust. Trust walls usually go up do to past trauma. That trauma can sometimes put an individual in a very introverted lifestyle. Which can't be good. Maybe with time, try to develop an outlet. Outlets don't always have to be people. They can also be activities as well. Check out this cast to unders...

For our Black History month we will be going on a journey. To point out black inventors that a lot of us have never heard of. A lot of this info will probably never be talked about. Maybe so. If not here is our tribute. Let's go!

The single parent home has become one of the most common situations known. In this episode. Q gives his personal insight on growing up in a single parented home. Some struggles are more complicated when the pressure is only on one parent. Remember there is hope at the end of this tunnel.