What Do I Do Now?

The days of going to the movies have changed. Not only due to the pandemic, but streaming platforms rule EVERYTHING around us. And there are a lot of creatives that are able to make their own lane in the entertainment industry due to streaming platforms becoming accessible for film makers from all backgrounds. Today, I have the opportunity to speak to the director ( LaMarr ) & main cast member...

I held on to the new episode to debut on the first day of Black History Month & I had the honor of speaking with White House Senior Advisor for Public Engagement, Trey Baker, about what the Biden Administration is doing to recognize the month.  In this episode we discuss: The upcoming Supreme Court nomination that may have it's first black female justice serve on the U.S. highest court What Black...

I have never been more honored to do what I do than what I was able to accomplish last month. The fact is that there are children that like to be in the kitchen, then there are children that possess a gift in the kitchen. The Food Network has truly found a gem in Atlanta, GA by the name of Ava-Leigh. Now, I will say I carry a heavy bias with her because I have known her since she was born, but eve...

I ain't think I was gonna be back bringing my mess to the platform, but this is exactly why I do it. In this situation I discuss, I had to ask myself, "What Do I Do Now?" Am I gonna let folks get harassed again? Am I going to acknowledge someone hiding behind a phone/tablet/keyboard? Well, I think I give a pretty decent response on this late Wednesday night. I also mention a lot of my favorite peo...

Because this passion project came from the COVID-19 pandemic, I feel like it is my responsibility to keep the listeners across 37 states and 13 countries outside the U.S. up to date with not just numbers, but people that have the insight of the best access to this crisis as possible. With this responsibility I've taken upon myself, I have been able to speak with several members of the current Whit...

A first for this season, I circled back to an amazing guest for a recap in their episode. Today's episode features Tondaleya Carter, commercial realtor & my expert on everything that has to deal with housing. I had a scenario that came up and I wanted to get her insight. Make sure you lookout for the next episode on Monday!

Today is a surprise episode and it couldn't be more timely. Following last week's episode with the President of Morehouse, I stayed in the HBCU category talking with another leader of an institution in Jackson, Mississippi.  In the last week, tickets went on sale for the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlant a between the Jackson State Tigers and the South Carolina State Bulldog...

Another Monday brings another incredible guest. I am a very proud graduate of Ball State University, but I was able to get to speak with one of the most recognizable institutions among Historically Black Colleges & Universities, the 12th President of Morehouse College, Dr. David A. Thomas.  This past week, almost every Historically Black College & University President and Chancellor signed a lette...

Welcome back to the podcast after the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday shopping deals already being shipped out. So, I gotta deliver like Amazon Prime, right? In this Monday's episode features the first guest that requested to appear on the platform. For the Cyber Monday edition of "What Do I Do Now?" Kevin Thornton shares what caused him to transition to becoming a Wellness Architect, Holist...

The new episodes continue to roll in! This one was actually a second attempt from earlier this season & due to conflicting schedules/availability, it was a task trying to reschedule. But the time that has passed made it into a great discussion & one that is more than timely. Brad King was and will forever be the teacher in college that changed my life, hands down. And I'm his most successful faile...

It's another episode that features a special guest of the current White House Administration. And, initially this interview occurred in October, but due to scheduling, it was pushed back until now. But, this is an episode that gives a real conversation to the pandemic, vaccinations for younger children.  I have encountered several different opinions and views of parents that are both pro-vax & ant...

The podcast is BACK and with a very special guest that I truly admire in the radio broadcasting industry. From the Reach Media night show mogul, I bring to you its latest syndicated star, Incognito. He's a radio veteran with nearly 2 decades of experience with a journey still being paved, but is actively leaving his stamp on the industry. From Georgia, Ohio, and several markets inbetween, he is th...

This is an episode that I was excited to record because it's an area I know next to nothing about, realty. It's not a typo, that's the business of being a realtor. Home ownership and even business ownership is preached heavily, but what does it all mean? I'm grateful that this episode's guest, Tondaleya Carter, is able to share her personal journey as a commercial realtor that spans years of exper...

This podcast was birthed out of the pandemic over 12 months ago and now it's addressing the pandemic from one of the trusted medical doctors of the Biden Administration. This episode features Dr. Bechara Choucair, the White House COVID-19 Vaccinations Coordinator and focuses on coordinating the timely, safe, and equitable delivery of COVID-19 vaccinations for the U.S. population, in close partners...

One of the largest festivals in the Southeast is OMF, also known as ONE Musicfest. For 2 nights, the industry's best and brightest ascend into Atlanta and give you memories and experiences that you never forget. This past weekend was a moment for me because I was able to be a personality for this epic event and I was fortunate enough to interview two rising stars in the rap game. From the ATL and...

I can't believe it's been one year since I started this passion project. And when I set out with this project, I didn't know if anyone would listen. You have the hope that it resonates, but to have taken this to as many places as its reached, I'm still in awe, but still as hungry as I was a year ago. Please enjoy this episode that features the very first guest on the podcast, Gump, as she recaps h...

This is a special episode because it will be 1 day shy of the first year of me starting this journey. September 21st, 2020 was my introduction with this platform. I didn't imagine it turning into what it has, in it's second season that has global appeal. And as I turn the page into the next year of this passion project entitled "What Do I Do Now?," I had the privilege of getting to interview a gia...

After the HIATUS episode, getting ready to approach the midway mark of the season, & personal revelation of my personal journey with seeking professional help, I went "back to the well" to continue a talk about mental health. It's clear that Ball State University made and gave me so many talented and remarkable friends, associates, and peers; this episode is not an exception to that rule. So, I re...

Another unscheduled break deserves to be explained, right? I want to first apologize for my delay in episodes, but in this episode, I don't need to ask questions. I'm going to answer them. What happened this month in particular? I genuinely hope I'm understood. And if I'm not, that's ok. But, I hope to get at least one person to listen to this episode in particular and find the nudge you need to m...

One universal goal in life is to be better than the day before. In the very simplest of terms, improvement. And in this episode, Jarrett Milton shares just how he went on his journey, starting from last year. We tackle what things were conceptualized through a heated discussion, passions he's picked back up, & what his future holds moving forward. To reach/contact Jarrett, follow him on Instagram,...

Before recording this episode, I had not realized that my guest hadn't talked to any media outlet for any interview regarding the subject matter. This will be the first time publicly that it’s being discussed and I let my guest share their story as they feel comfortable. Zeb Bartolome is the proud father to his son, Zayn. Back in April 2020, both of their worlds changed. In this episode, I discuss...

This podcast was conceived during the pandemic, but what about actually conceiving during the pandemic? What would that look like? I have the honor and privilege to speak with a new mom in Morgan Brown. In this episode, she details how she found out she was expecting, what the process was like for her as an expectant mother, what changes were in store for her career in engineering looked like, and...

Starting a new month on the podcast & this episode is one that will leave you possibly reaching out to the guest for a job. Literally. I know the way the world changed put a lot of people into a self-employed status, but there were plenty of people that were in business for themselves, this guest being one of them. One that I knew growing up in Kokomo, Indiana was Ty Gray. From a printing business...

This month, getting four phenomenal black women has been a true joy and pleasure. All of which are not only dominant in their respective lanes, but able to pull up the next person to continue a legacy of excellence. In this episode, I speak with a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, a fellow Ball State alum, & current Director of Public Engagement for the Governor's office in North C...

The series of black woman for this month continues with a phenomenal television anchor by way of Indianapolis, IN. She's a proud wife, aunt, & woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and she is Alia Blackburn. But wait, she's actually Alia Edwards now because she married the love of her life, Aaron Edwards. Don't worry, I make sure you figure out how to address her by the end of the episode. But,...