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CONNECT WITH DR. DUNBAR @anwaryusef76 Tune in for our conversation with Dr. Anwar Dunbar author of The Engineers, A Western New York Basketball Story Part One: Innocent Basketball Dreams. A Scientist by trade but the ultimate lover of words, Anwar describes the fundamentals of basketball and how it's ties to team building. ➡️Prepared to be inspired! Connect with Dr. Dunbar

CONNECT WITH EJ Chapman II @e2_creations Tune in for our conversation with EJ Chapman, II from E2 Creations. Custom furniture and decor, unique projects, kitchen essentials, he does it all. With more than 20 years of working in the art framing business EJ takes us on a journey of purpose, shares with us his season of pivot to self-employment and the tools and knowledge he learned along the way. ➡️...

CONNECT WITH ZACK HUTCHINS & ISRAEL SILVA @royhutchinsbbq Tune in for our conversation with Zack Hutchins and Israel Silva from The Original Roy Hutchins BBQ in Trophy Club, Texas. Bringing authentic smokehouse flavor, legendary tradition, and unforgettable hospitality to the heart of Texas. We dive into stories of community, service, and the passion it takes to keep a brand thriving in today’s fo...

CONNECT WITH JULIE BRENNAN @togetherforyouth Tune in for our conversation with Julie Brennan , representing Together For Youth —an organization serving communities across New York State with vital youth-focused programs and support. 🎉 Don’t miss their upcoming Best Night Together event on Thursday September 25 at The Hangar at 743 in Latham, NY. This episode is about community, service, and build...

CONNECT WITH DR. ENGRAM⁠ @dr.engram19 Tune in for our conversation with Dr. Frederick V. Engram Jr. in Newark, New Jersey.  Dr. Engram is the author of Black Liberation through Action and Resistance: Move. He has been a featured guest on TMZ, The Tavis Smiley Show and TEDxTalk. Dr. Engram is an Assistant Professor-Higher Education at Fairleigh Dickinson University Prepare to be Inspired!

Tune in for our conversation with Alex Ford, DO, RD in Albany, NY. A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and a Registered Dietitian he loves empowering patients to take control of their health through patient education. Prepare to be Inspired! CONNECT WITH DR. FORD

⁠Connect with Yazzie⁠ @yazziespeaks3.0 Tune in for our conversation with Yasmine Arrington Brooks in Washington, DC. Yasmine is the Founder and Executive Director of ScholarCHIPS a non-profit that provides college scholarships, mentoring, and mental health supports to young adults. She is a motivational speaker, model and the 2023 recipient of the CNN Hero award. Prepare to be Inspired!

@anthonycarlo_1 Simple and Efficient Program Tune in for our conversation with Anthony Carlo Health and Wellness Coach in Albany, NY. For the past decade Anthony has been helping people transform their bodies and overall well-being through fitness. Don’t let “quitters' day” interfere with your fitness New Year resolutions. Prepare to be Inspired!

CONNECT WITH ANTHONY⁠ Tune in for our conversation with Anthony Hartzog in Dallas, TX. Anthony represents half of The Hartrimony dynamic marriage duo. The Hartzogs have been featured on GMA, CNBC, FOX and ABC telling their debt free journey. In fact, they were personal motivation for my wife and I to do the same and eradicate our own debt. The owners of a 7 figure Cleaning Business and the founder...

⁠CONNECT WITH COOK⁠ Tune in for our conversation with La-Meik "Cook" Taylor in Albany, NY. Cook of the New York State Youth Justice Institute where he focuses on restorative justice. He is a powerful speaker, facilitator and advocate for men's mental health. Having spent over a decade behind bars, he emerged not as a product of his past, but as a champion of change. Prepare to be Inspired!

CONNECT WITH BENITA @benitatv13 Tune in for our conversation with Dr. Benita Zahn an award-winning journalist in Saratoga, NY. Benita does it all, she is a motivational speaker, a nationally certified health and wellness coach and a member of Actors Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA. Prepare to be Inspired!

CONNECT WITH PHIL @positivephilter @illphil500 Tune in for our conversation with Philip Wilkerson III, a higher education professional in Fairfax, VA. Phil is also the host of the Positive Philter Podcast where he is always spreading positivity. The recipient of the Mentor of the year award from George Mason University and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Prepare to be Inspired!

CONNECT WITH MIGUEL @mrsmarthomes Tune in for our conversation with Miguel Rodriguez owner and CEO of MR SmartHome in Schenectady, NY. MR SmartHome offers surveillance security & computer repair services. He stays booked and busy.   Prepare to be Inspired! 

CONNECT WITH KRISTIN @iamkriscosby @mylestoneproductions Tune in for our conversation with event producer Kristin Cosby Founder & CEO of Mylestone Productions in Charlotte, NC. Kristin's meticulous attention to detail has curated some of your favorite experiences from Homecoming to the CIAA tournaments. She makes every stage better. Prepare to be Inspired!

Season 4 Finale www.lauragethers.com @lovehardermarriagecoaching Tune in for our conversation with Laura Gethers of Love Harder Marriage Coaching in Northern Virginia. Laura is a Marriage Coach and Speaker who authored Your Marriage is Worth Fighting For and Gloves on: 5 Ways To Fight Fair In Your Marriage. Prepare to be Inspire!

@nycedabeast149 Tune in for our conversation with Michael Alexander in Albany, NY. We will discuss his "Better With Beast" brand. From Podcasting, to sports hosting, to rap battles he does it all. Prepare to be inspired!

www.cicu.org @cicupresident7 Tune in for our conversation with Lola Brabham-Harris in Niskayuna, NY. Lola is the President & CEO of the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU) at Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy. Prepare to be Inspired!

Live from the Unpause Your Dream Studios in Charlotte, NC.

www.thevictoriafitness.com @victoria_fitness @terronvictoria_ Tune in for our conversation with Terron Victoria owner of Victoria Fitness in Albany, NY. Terron is carrying on his family’s rich history in fitness, training and healthy well being. Prepare to Be Inspired‼️

@trust.thequietforce www.trustthequietforce.com For Women’s History Month, our conversation is with Sagirah “Trust” Layne out in Los Angeles, California. Sagirah is a Poet, Writer, Musician, Account and Author of “The Rise of the Dope Black Woman.” Prepare to Be Inspired‼️

www.practice2perfecttc.com @practice_2_Perfect_tc For Women's History Month, tune in for our conversation with LaQuetta Alexander-Ellis the CEO of Practice 2 Perfect Training Center. LaQuetta through Practice 2 Perfect TC empowers aspiring healthcare professionals with the highest quality education, nationally recognized certifications, and a clear pathway to success in the workforce. Prepare...

www.smithcapitalblvd.com @bsmoove35 Tune in for our conversation with Bernard Smith Jr, MBA in Dallas, Texas. Bernard is a Cloud Solution Engineer at Microsoft, an entrepreneur, and investor. His philanthropy at @jcsuniversity and in his community is truly amazing. Prepare to Be Inspired‼️

@beau5morgan Tune in for our conversation with Beau Morgan in Prince George’s County. As a realtor, Beau enjoys advocating for homebuyers and ensuring that his clients are well represented when it comes to real estate deals.  Prepare to Be Inspired‼️

Tune in for our conversation with Siara Ramos of A & S Life and Career Coaching LLC. ASLCC is a business that provides guidance and support to high-achieving women looking to advance in their professional and/or personal lives. Prepare to Be Inspired‼️

www.iamtiffanylynn.com @i_am_tiffanylynn Tune in for our conversation with Tiffany Lynn in the DC Metro Area. Tiffany is an innovative leader with experience leading local and national workforce initiatives. Recognized as WWAs Top 50 Women Leaders of DC for 2023 and she is the author of Unstoppable: A Story of Resilience. Prepare to Be Inspired‼️