The R Stories Podcast

I had the pleasure of speaking with a mighty giant inside of Rich Vision. A poet, author, musician and motivational speaker in his own right. Rich shares his professional resilience story of how using music to share his mental health journey.

Rich Vysion, the conscious rap luminary born in the Bronx and now flourishing in Brooklyn, unveils his latest chapter as a published author, a testament to his unwavering triumph against all odds: How a braggadocious rapper overcame mental health struggles, and along the way, created a platform that bridges the gap between music and mental health. Vysion’s work has been featured in such esteemed o...

Karima McKenzie is a trained and certified educator of 19 years, holding several roles from math teacher to athletic director and now vice principal.  Through her burnout and mental health struggles, she authored the book Temples Are Sacred and So Are You - a guide for the reader on how to honor themselves.  Now, she is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion by teaching individual...

After experiencing a mental breakdown from work related stress and burnout, Karima McKenzie shares her self-rediscovery journey after being hospitalized for two weeks. This is just small part of the inspiring, honest conversation we had on this months episode!

“Teen girls from NYC, Tamera, Tarqiya, and Raana are the three co-founding inspirations who were convicted, along with their friend Mikaela, of the lack of representation of youth advocates for science who were passionate about displaying science in a compelling, relatable way. As individuals who have conducted scientific research on many occasions, they have seen the fantastic and unique beauty t...

These HS students decided to fill a gap after realizing that they were not given the same opportunity as their peers from other ethnic or racial backgrounds.

Sheba Simpson-Amsterdam M.Ed, has been an educator for more than twenty years.  Sheba is a wife, mother and grandmother. She is the founder and CEO of I’m On Assignment, Inc nonprofit organization located in New York City. She is the author of the book “ I’m On Assignment, And So Are You!” Sheba is an 2022 alumni of Leaders of Color and a member of the International Society of Female Professionals...

On episode 4 we have former City Council candidate Sheba Simpson-Amsterdam share her professional trauma during her run in the polls. Catch the full episode to hear how Sheba navigated through family and social conflicts that still impact her to this day. Keep up with R Stories by following us on Instagram @therstoriespod

"Look what I found! Weekly Encouraging Messages that I have already put out into the world!". Simone is bringing them back into the fore front because we still need those motivational worship + words. In fact, these were all Resilience Stories Simone had been sharing long before R Stories became an Idea! Tune in on for Throwback Thursdays where you here a vintage message from the Ultimat...

Bert is the co-founder of Genius Potential, a company taking the education world by storm with their innovative approach to teaching. They combine modern entertainment with world-class education to make learning more engaging and relatable for students. And now, he’s taken his talents to the small screen, recently featured on the first reality show for entrepreneurial startup companies "The B...

Motivational Speaker, Author, Mental Health/ SEL Educator, Creative and Rapper Bert G shares his professional resilience story on his struggle to keep a traditional job. Catch the full conversation premiering on July 22nd.

This season our focus is Professional Resilience. On episode 2 we were able to speak with Social Worker and Substance abuse counselor Alyssa Abernathy-Boston. Alyssa C. Abernathy was born and raised in Queens, New York, and currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. Family is incredibly important to Alyssa, as she is a daughter, sister, and mother. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Liberal...

Here is a quick teaser of the conversation between Alyssa Abernathy-Boston and I. Too many gems were dropped. Tune into the full episode on June 24th.

On the inaugural episode of Season 3's R Stories, we decided to switch it up by inviting former R Stories Guest Sharif D King to Host this episode! Sharif D King aka King Sharif is a media and broadcast journalist who endeavors to bring quality and fulfilling content to his listeners. This first episode of the Professional Resilience themed season, Sharif interviews Simone Muschett, LMSW. Simo...

Tap-in as the founder of the R Stories Podcast, Simone Muschett puts herself in her guests shoes to share her professional resilience story! Watch the full epsiode on Tuesday May 28th! Here and on #applepodcasts and  @spotifypodcasts4131  Follow Simone on IG: @ poetic_j21 FB: @Simone_e_Muschett TikTok: @Iamtherealusocialworker

Writer, Artist, and influential Leader in the Kingdom, Anthony "HiDefTone" Patton, a.k.a HD, kicks off our first episode of the season. Openly willing to his resilience story, HD speaks his truth on how ministry is not always what it is intended to be. Tune in on February 13th, to hear how HD was able to recover from Church hurt trauma that almost left him with nothing. Full Episode Avai...

Direct Service Provider for people with Special Needs, A volunteer Fire Fighter, A Mom of Three and a Model. Ji'Rea J. King is a phenomenal woman who embodies Social Resilience after experience trauma from the people that are supposed to protect her. Family. Tune in to watch and/or listen to Ji'Rea share her story of how she overcame all the obstacles the devil placed before, but in the en...

As we continue to discuss Social Trauma's that have impacted community members, podcast host Simone Muschett aka " The Ultimate Social Worker" was able to interview an esteemed mentor, former supervisor and colleague in the work of making sure our youth receive a quality education. Dr. Laura Burgos, career educator, has joined us to reveal her social trauma story of becoming a mother...

Take a look at the episode 4 teaser! "King Sharif"  @iamsharifdking  joins us and shares his journey of the highs and lows of his experience in the Media and Entertainment Industry. Watch the full episode here on YouTube via the link below: https://youtu.be/NXX8JsZMp1k

On Season 2 Episode 5 of The R Stories Podcast, Guest Dominque Carson stops by to share her social trauma of dealing with unforeseen transitions and family conflicts during the most isolating time in our life time; the pandemic. Follow Dominique on IG @domcarson90 Follow Simone on IG @poetic_j21 Watch the full episode via the link below: https://youtu.be/vR66VEZSc0s

 @Rangetheartist  and his Wife Lady Range came through to share a powerful testimony of Resilience. Watch the full episode via the link below: https://youtu.be/_XLWf0a54HI

Nikki, a mother from Brooklyn, shares her perspective of parenting, and recovering from a gunshot wound in the middle of a pandemic. Listen in on Monday Aug 21st to the fullest conversation. Nikki drops some gems that will leave you inspired. Watch full episode via the link below: https://youtu.be/l3X5ifqm4nI #resilience #traumahealing

We address grief from dealing with loss of family through physical sickness and mental health. Tune in to the full conversation with Model Sha-Abria Williams as she shares what got her through after losing her mom to cancer and nephew to suicide. This episode is in honor of Suicide Awareness Month. You can watch the full episode via the link below: https://youtu.be/9JIV7iw1EBA

In this episode, Simone speaks with Christian Hip-Hop Producer Malcolm "MTX" Tyree about his experience with bullying and self-esteem. MTX is a model example of where the compilation of several moments of feeling out of place in childhood can lead. Tune in to hear his journey and how he was able to come out of depression. Full Episode Available to Watch via the link below: https://youtu....

Lately the conversation about Alopecia has come to surface. There are so many women who struggle with this condition. In the final episode of season 2, Author, Poet and Model Diamond Kind shares her experience growing up with Alopecia and how it has contributed to the cultivation of her self-esteem. Listen in on the full conversation airing on Monday December 11th.