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During this walk, Dr. Shirley discusses how his letterman jacket influenced his career decision making.  A Texas native, Dr. Shirley stayed in-state and earned his Bachelor’s degree the one and only Paul Quinn College. While at Paul Quinn, he became highly engaged in student affairs work - having served the Vice President of SGA, Homecoming King, and Orientation Team leader. However, Dr. Shir...

During this walk, Ashton inspires us to shape the future of college athletics.   A Tallahassee native, he moved 1,000 miles north to study as a football athlete at Michigan State University. While at Michigan State, he was a four-year contributor and made a pivotal play to spark one of the greatest comebacks in NCAA Division I football history. After earning his bachelor’s, he went on to...

During this walk, Courtney reminds us how to be a kid again.  An Ohio native, Courtney left the Buckeye State to attend the University of South Carolina. While at Carolina, she was an orientation leader, university ambassador, and student teacher before earning her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. She went on to earn an add-on license from UNC Wilmington to work with Academically and Intel...

During this walk, Kala reminds us why it is imperative we share our story.  A native of St. Petersburg, Kala started her educational career at the University of Memphis before transferring to Florida State University. While at FSU, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs and competed on the track and field team. During the 2015 NCAA Division I Track and Field championships,...

During this walk, Dr. Willis tells us why it's more than personal.  A Mississippi native, Dr. Willis started his higher education journey as a student-athlete at Pearl River Community College before transferring and earning his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. He later went on to earn his Master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania and PhD from Wil...

During this walk, Dr. Goodman tells why learning should be centered with grace.  An Oklahoma-ish native, Dr. Goodman has been a phenomenal leader since his childhood. After being named Youth of the Year (for the second time), Dr. Goodman stayed close to home and attended the University of Central Oklahoma where he earned his bachelor’s in organizational communication. While at UCO, Dr. Goodma...

During this walk, Dr. Nef encourages us all to be courageous and find our joy.  An Atlanta native, Dr. Nef stayed close to home and began her educational career as a college athlete at Georgia Tech. After a couple years, she transferred to Stetson University. While at Stetson where she earned both her bachelor’s and MBA while also leading the Stetson basketball program to their first NCA...

During this walk, Dr. Lacee' tells us why she is the global leader in assists.  A Texas native and boy mama, Lacee' stayed in-state and earned her bachelor’s degree while competing as a college athlete at Rice University. She went on to earn her Master’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University before finishing her formal educational career with a PhD from Northcentral University. Throu...

During this episode, Tim gives a preview of Season 4! This season will focus on educators and education in all spaces. Knowledge is power and education is liberation. This season we're getting back to fun.  Follow and engage with us on IG and Twitter: @WalkWithTFB ! Walk With TFB Website 

During this walk, Taylor reminds us to count it all joy.  A Connecticut native, Taylor stayed close to home and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sport and Leisure Management from Eastern Connecticut State University. While at Eastern, she competed on the varsity basketball team, worked as a resident assistant, and served as a peer mentor.  Taylor's undergraduate experiences led her to pur...

During this walk, Shannon talks to us about how creation is a personal process.   A Georgia native, Shannon left the Peach State and earned her Bachelor degrees in Business Administration and Communication Studies from the University of Alabama. While at Bama, she was in the Honors college and worked as an orientation leader and peer leader - experiences that led her to the University of...

During this walk, Maya and Kelly tell us how Black businesses are radical acts of defiance.  Born and raised in New Jersey as childhood friends, they left their hometown to attend college in the City of Brotherly Love. Though they studied and earned degrees in engineering and marketing respectively, their time in Philadelphia grew their love for plants, plant life, and plant care. Maya and Ke...

During this walk, Anissa reminds us that we are capable of more than we think.  A PG county native, Anissa earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland, College Park. While at UMD, she was a four-year starter on the women’s soccer team and Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) executive board member. She also worked multiple part-time jo...

During this walk, Niccara explains how to use your business to generate cultural community impact.  California born and Baltimore bred, Niccara earned her Bachelor’s degree in African American studies from the University of Maryland, College Park. While at UMD, she was highly engaged in student life and within the local community. Her involvement included but was not limited to the Natio...

During this walk, Resa explains the importance of white allyship in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice work.  A PG county native, Resa competed as a student-athlete at Hampton University, where she earned her Bachelor’s in sport management. She went on to earn her Master’s degree from Old Dominion University before continuing her professional career at George Mason, University of Orego...

During this walk, Dr. Cierra encourages us to both take up space and creates it.  Today we are walking with a social justice educator, creative entrepreneur, and movement and meditation instructor. A New Jersey native and WaWa lover, she earned her Bachelor’s in Social Work from Rutgers University - Douglass Residential College. While at Rutgers, she competed on the University Dance Team, int...

During this walk, Tasha tells us why Black Girls in Media is a God thing.  A Charlotte native, Tasha is a community expert, social media strategist, and serial entrepreneur.  Tasha graduated from North Carolina A&T where she earned her Bachelor’s in Journalism and Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations While at A&T, she was involved with the Public Relations...

During this walk, Tim explains why it's no coincidence that all of the guests this season are Black women.  Podcast IG and Twitter: @WalkWithTFB Walk With TFB Website

During this walk, Mia discusses the importance of marketing your Black owned business.  A Georgia native, Mia moved to Boone (NC) where she earned her Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Appalachian State University. While at App State, she competed on the women’s basketball team and gained meaningful work experience in several different organizations. While working in college...

During this walk, Kiara speaks to us about what it means to have a money mindset.  A New Jersey native, Kiara started her college career at The College of New Jersey before transferring to Rutgers. While at Rutgers, she sang in the gospel choir, interned for Atlantic Records, and worked in the athletic department en route to earning her Bachelor’s in Communication and Africana Studies from Ru...

During this walk, Christal talks about what it means to know your worth.  A native of Hampton, VA, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science Pre-Clinical from the University of Central Florida. While at UCF, she was a 2x All-American sprinter on the track and field team. She went on to earn her MBA and Master’s in Sport Business Management from the DeVos program at UCF. Originally re...

During this special edition episode, Tim and Harry facilitate a conversation with four healthcare professionals who address skepticism in the Black community regarding COVID-19 vaccination. The session was recorded on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.  Panelist and Moderator information is listed below.  Alexis Banner, RN, MBA , Nurse Consultant Ka'la Drayton, M.D. , General Surgery Resident&nbs...

During this walk, Shay asks us to give more grace to Black owned businesses.  A South Carolina native, Shay she earned her Bachelors in the Criminology and Criminal Justice, Pre-Law Studies program at the flagship institution in the Palmetto State, the University of South Carolina. She then went on to earn her MBA, with a concentration in Human Resource Management from Winthrop Universit...

During this walk, Tim gives a preview of Season 3. Entitled "Buy Black," this season will highlight Black entrepreneurs, authors, and artists who share what it means to support and invest in Black owned businesses, services, and products.  IG and Twitter: @WalkWithTFB Walk With TFB Website  Don't forget your merch! Use discount code "iamwalking" for 20% your entire order online! :)&...

During this episode, Tim answers what it means to be "more than a millennial."  Questions to answer for ourselves:  Who is in your bevy? What passion, vision, and/or purpose are you not being loud about right now? How are you putting yourself in position to be called upon? (Questions inspired from episodes with @BKirkWhite, @DrBlakeBanner, and @TRTGRC respectively)  Season 2 finale!...