Please, Do Tell

"Who got the Body?" is the first chapter of Passed On by Karla FC Holloway and I am reminded of when I began this work. For #NationalArchivesMonth I will present stories from my personal archives. Enjoy this story time with special guests as we talk about HOW my love for the archives, history and the stories beyond the dash came to be. Theme: A Month for Awareness Whats in your archives?...

"Why did I go to college" was a question I was often asked while working with young people. Well, I've brought a friend along for this ride. Corey will share about his experience being a student athlete. The dedication. Hopefully this will inspire a young person. Sit back and enjoy this long, good azz episode y'all. Theme: Life after High School The Marathon Continues: A Student...

"Why did I go to college" was a question I was often asked while working with young people. Well, I've compiled a few stories to help navigate why attending college was my only option. Blogpost: http://www.steelelens.com/index.php/2015/09/14/loner-and-a-rebel-a-story-about-a-rebellious-teenage-nerd/ Theme: Life after High School "3Fs - Frustrated, Flunked and Finished" Host...

Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Continuing with our theme which should really be a series by itself! But y'all let me know if you want more. Do we need a Part 2 or 10? Theme: Protect Black Women "Black Women Navigating White Spaces" Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Kyna King (On Facebook) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks

Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Continuing with our theme! Our guest will be sharing with us how she arrived at her self care journey and why you need to be saying YES TO YOU! Theme: Protect Black Women "Self Care Sunday" Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Sherronda Miles (On Facebook) Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snack...

Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Dive into this episode for more deets plus many story times with yours truly. This episode is close to the chest and may be triggering for some. For the black girl that ever questioned her worth. I see you... Theme: Protect Black Women "What's Your Worth?" Article mentioned in this episode: https://19thnews.org/2023/07/...

Stop the Silence, Stop the Violence by Carleton Brooks. A new campaign launching in collaboration with The Final 48 Project.  We'll hear from Bro. Brooks about the passion behind the campaign and WHY those stories need to be heard everywhere.   Host: Ronnika Williams  Guest: Carleton Brooks  Technical Director: Jake Seaton  Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks  Location:...

Okay so Jomil and I go way back to stomping the yards in undergrad.  I haven't seen her in years so we get to reconnect on this episode.  #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Jomil Bell @theamericangriot Technical Editor: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: Public Media Network, Kalamazoo, MI.

Welcome to a new segment of the PDT podcast, "The Creatives Corner."  We are catching up with Deuce Carter who's been entertaining people all of his life and has recently returned to his first love...MUSIC.     Connect with Deuce Carter: deucecarter22.wixsite.com  IG: deuce_carter2   Creative: Deuce Carter  Host: Ronnika Williams  Tech: Jake Seaton  Mus...

This guy may look familiar but I promise it's a brand new episode.  We caught up with Uriah and he's talking to us about his current project(s).  #WhatsYourWhy Host: Ronnika Williams Guest: Uriah Baker - IG @blackology203 Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Past...

Straight outta Fort Pierce, Florida! We get to have story time with one of my good homies, Denard Fenaud.  He's sharing with us how he arrived at his why, and the many reasons that his star is one of the brightest.  #WhatsYourWhy  Host: Ronnika Williams    Guest: Denard Fenaud   Technical Director: Jake Seaton    Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks  ...

"A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty." - Unknown Are you ready for episode four of the What's Your Why series for the Please, Do Tell podcast?  Let's welcome two guests to the show, James Gunter & John Sams IV.  This dynamic duo are sure to become household names with their organization "Present Pillars."  Sit back, relax and be read...

We're back for episode three of the What's Your Why series for the Please, Do Tell podcast.  Let's welcome Dashuna Broyles-Robinson, a name that you will not forget.  Her life's mission is educating and assisting others to have access to resources plus changing systemic practices. A "student of life; leader of people" would best describe Dashuna.  Let's get into it. #WhatsYourWhy &n...

Welcome to the second episode of this series for the Please, Do Tell Podcast.  Your favorite homegirl Ronnika will be chatting with Luis Perez.  With a surprise twist that dates back over two decades ago. #WhatsYourWhy   Host: Ronnika Williams  Guest: Mr. Luis Perez  Technical Director: Jake Seaton  Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks   Recording Location: Fir...

The first episode will feature Dr. Bernice Patterson, Founder and CEO of the Infinity Consultation Group  (infinityconsultationgroup.com)  In her words, “As a believer and a therapist I have come to know God as a comforter and a guide who will never leave you nor forsake you.” Patterson will send you on a journey of how she became a Psychologist and the way she uses faith to nurture her community....

Welcome to the Grand Finale of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  After viewing the previous episodes we noticed there was something missing.  The young people that are featured on this episode are some of our secret weapons for change in the 49022.  And they are calling US out! Enjoy this episode and let us know what you think.   Special Guests/Community Voice(s): Tyler Meeks, Eric Johns...

Welcome to Episode Twelve of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  This episode is our last conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter for the series. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! To change the narrative we need to go against the norm.  Let's unpack that now...   Interviewee: Larry C...

Welcome to Episode Eleven of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  This episode is Part 2 of our conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter.  Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! This episode is not for the faint of heart.  Full of facts and solutions to better your neighborHOOD!   "Mak...

Welcome to Episode Ten of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  This episode is Part 1 of our conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter.  Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE!  Let's dive into our conversation that is all about the strongest influences in the 49022!   Interviewee: Larry...

Welcome to Episode Nine of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  This is part 5 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group.  This is our last conversation with Mrs. Bertha for the series and listen it's so good!  We speak with Mrs. Moon who is the Co-Founder of Stro...

Welcome to Episode Eight of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  This is part 4 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Great Cancer Support Group.  Part 4 of our conversation will highlight various solutions for the community and where they reside.  When looking for the answers to difficu...

Welcome to Episode Seven of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series.  This is part 3 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Great Cancer Support Group.  Part 3 of our conversation will highlight various solutions for the community and where they reside.  Everyone knows that the barber and beau...

Welcome to Episode six of the “Everyday People of the 49022" series. This is part 2 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group. Mrs. King’s core goals include preparing women, men, youth and families to reach beyond what they can see in order to embrace the faith and knowledge that will bring...

Welcome to Episode five of the “Everyday People of the 49022" series. You will meet Mrs. Bertha King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group. Mrs. King’s core goals include preparing women, men, youth and families to reach beyond what they can see in order to embrace the faith and knowledge that will bring them to their blessings....

Meet Jaime Cervantes, the pastor of First Church of God in Benton Heights, who spent several years in public service before answering his call to ministry. Pastor Jaime’s faith and passion for people fuels his desire to serve others and the community at large. That is why he decided to share his views on influence, power, and leadership in his community.    Interviewee: Jaime Cervantes C...