TuneTheFork Podcast

Since black people are not a monolith, there are many voices permeating the digital ethos that claim to "Speak For" the community. What is the purpose of these voices? is the chaos produced justified if the messages are sparching change? Are their intentions pure, or a simple attempt to gain notoriety? Can leaders be for the people and AND self? Are leaders even necessary. During episode 86, I wel...

The subject of race/white supremacy is a topic that often divides. Many of us find ourselves asking similar questions, and arriving at different answers such as: What is race/racism? Does it still exist? How does it show up? What is the solution, and who's responsible? What actions are constructive versus non constructive? Episode 85 welcomes father, husband, son, and owner of Onustees (onustees.c...

Episode 84 welcomes the good brotha Joe (@thatdudejoey), and Brocky (@Brockydoes) to review "They Cloned Tyrone". During the discussion, we discuss the literal, and metaphorical ways in which the movie highlights the manufacturing of non-constructive culture, and the cloning of its gatekeepers. In addition, we tackle the difficulty around breaking free of social programming, and ways to develop in...

Episode 83 welcomes mixed media artist, Blake Pierre. Blake was born in Shreveport, LA and raised in Prince George's County Maryland. His work is inspired by questions surrounding topics such as self-identity, self-image, and spirituality. During the segment we discuss the discovery of his craft, integrating art with shadow work, and the multifaceted skill sets an artist needs to both gain mastery...

Episode 82 welcomes Charlyn Anderson. Charlyn is the Founder, and Executive Director of Starting With Today; a non-profit whose miss is to create, sustain, and enhance professional, mental, and financial wellness by providing customized training and resources to underserved adults. During the segment we discuss the beauty in black communities, the power of perseverance, and how to live in your pur...

Episode 81 welcomes Dr. Reginald Banks. Dr. Banks is a licensed Psychologist, and founder of Dunbar Wellness Group based in Philadelphia, PA. Their mission is to to provide culturally relevant mental health services to inner city children, and families. During our discussion, Dr. Banks shares his journey from humble beginnings, overcoming trauma, embracing your purpose, and the value of taking a c...

Episode 80 welcomes father, community builder, and creative director and owner of ön.us.tees Dre Taylor. As Dre celebrates the 15 year anniversary of his mission, we discuss the value of village, how the message of his mission has changed over the years, aligning with the message of love, and how he's building is idea of the future...today! It was an honor learning about Dre's story. In many respe...

Episode 78 welcomes father, son, visual storyteller, and artist Corey Thompson. During the segment we talk about overcoming child molestation, acceptance, forgiveness, and LOVE. Corey uniqueness is derived from his ability to convert all things in to love. Although much of his life experience is shared by others, his alchemy is something amazing to witness.

Episode 77 welcomes Jeffrey Johnson. During the segment we discuss therapy, managing fear, the challenges of raising 5 kids, and how his father's suicide two days after his high school graduation impacted his life.

Episode 76 welcomes curator, and found of Art of Noize, Adrian Ferguson. During this segment we discuss the power of building a business, the importance of family when building a business, and the value of demonstrating that process to children in order to be an example.

Billy Buntin is a multimedia artist, thinker, and storyteller based in Baltimore Md. During this segment we discuss the inescapable limitations around language, and how words can only point to truth...and will never be the destination where truth resides. Please visit the links below to learn more about Billy Buntin https://www.billybuntin.com/about https://linktr.ee/bbuntin

Dr. Thomas Stanley is a professor, tonal scientist, and author. During this segment we discuss his book "The Execution of Sun Ra", and explore the concept of Alter Destiny, and the humans capacity to create a future that includes a freedom unimagined.

Episode 73 welcomes the return of TuneTheFork co-founder, father, DJ, and slight connoisseur DJ Life. During the episode we discuss his departure from TuneTheFork as well as the challenges around managing single fatherhood, relationships, and mental/emotional wellness.

Episode 72 highlights co-founder of The Capoeira Spot, Ren Powell (Contra Mestre Morcego). During this segment, we discuss building community through training Capoeira, how the function of "leader" changes as you advance through life, and thoughts on the future of the Afro Brazilian Martial Art. https://www.capoeiradc.com/

Episode 71 welcomes photographer, and DC native Victoria Ford (Sneakshot). Victoria's passion is about visually capturing the intersection created when motion, and music meet. She's been able to document the likes of Maxwell, Gil Scott-Heron, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Jay Z, Nine Inch Nails, And Tyler The Creator to name a few. During our conversation, we talk about where her love for these moments began,...

Episode 70 welcomes super producer Terrel Wallace (Tall Black Guy). During the segment we discuss his early years growing up in Detroit, fatherhood, relationships, and the future of the Tall Black Guy sound. http://tallblackguyproductions.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sirtallblackguy/

Episode 69 welcomes Sensai Rip of ForgottenKingzTV. During this episode, we discuss Rip's journey to building a successful media content platform, and what it takes to win. In addition we talk about the current state of hip hop, and the challenges within black culture.

Episode 68 welcomes married couple Joe, and Tiff Sampson. Joe and Tiff are parents (consultants) to 2 young women who have recently left home for college. During the segment, we discuss what it's been like raising daughters, the origins of their relationship, and how this new chapter as empty nesters is helping them rediscover each other, and themselves.

Episode 67 welcomes singer/songwriter Deborah Bond. As an entertainment industry veteran, Deborah shares how her perspective has shifted over the years, and the various ways in which her music reflects that journey. In addition, she talks about growing up in New Haven, Ct., and the family dynamics that have shaped the way she views the world, and everyone in it. https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EV...

To "cut someones water off" is an old saying that I remember hearing as a child. It states that you have chosen to end a relationship with someone (for whatever reason), therefore it is no more. In episode 66, we discuss the various ways in which men "end" relationships with their male friends, and if there's an opportunity to be more constructive in how we decide to part ways.

Episode 65 welcomes DC native, mother, lover of life, wife of 17 years, public speaker, and suicide survivor Kristina Gilchrist. During this episode we discuss the process of forgiveness, loving our younger selves, how we manage depression, and the importance of breaking free from the confinement associated with being identified as a victim. Kristina's love for life, and perspective of empowerment...

Episode 64 welcomes emcee, producer, creative, and overall dope human yU. During this episode we discuss, yU's path to finding his voice, relationships, love, parenting, mental health, and when the world can expect a new yU project.

Episode 63 welcomes New York born, and Detroit based Trans emcee Chantaneice (Father Venus). During our conversation we discuss the various boxes that society places on human beings, expanding our concept of what it means to be free, and the the ways in which Chantaneice has learned to fill the gaps of life that so many of us struggle with.

Episode 62 welcomes Zo!. He is a multi-instrumentalist, music producer, Musical Director of the Foreign Exchange, and devoted father. During this episode we discuss his baseball career, how he shifted full time to all things music, and the importance of hard work and discipline. As Zo! puts it, his career is a "Slow Burn", and he has no plans of stopping anytime soon. He's excited about the future...

Episode 61 welcomes Patricia Harris (AKA Momma TuneTheFork). During this segment, we turn the lens on the various other roles that Pat has played over the course of her life. Pat is not only a mother, but a substance abuse counselor, fair housing advocate, woman, recording artist, model, and proud recovering alcoholic with over 24 years of sobriety. She is also my hero. I love you Mom....and I lov...