We never ask birds why they likes to sing, its what they were made to do. This week we have part 1 of a conversation with a real life song bird- Dr. Marcus Norris! Composer and director of the South Side Symphony orchestra takes along his journey of discovering his love for mixing R&B, Gospel, and Rap with orchestral music, the best of both worlds. Through conversations about choosing the arts you love, dreaming bigger than what you've seen, and making sure our community is seen, Dr. Marcus Norris gives us the boost we need to ignore the "safe route" and jump into our dreams. Connect with Dr. Marcus and celebrate Juneteenth with a South Side Symphony concert- it's an experience you will neverforget. YT: @Marcusnorrismusic Southsidesymphony.orgMarcusNorris.com

We never said representation was easy. But it is necessary, it is valuable. This week we've had the please of talking to Dillard University & Berkeley Law graduate, Traelon Rodgers Esq. Tune in to the conversation as Traelon gives us a glimpse of what representation means to him, to live it, and to set an example that truly makes an impact on the community around him.

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We have all heard the phrase " you are, what you eat." It's a true testimate that what you put into your body, is what you inevitably crave, Its comfortable. That concept doesn't just apply to food. It applies to coping mechanisms, thought processes, and especially spirituality. Join me for a conversation about discipline, spiritual growth, and the impact that my physical diet has had on my spiritual diet.

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This week’s episode was an eye opener for me. We have conversations about interpersonal relationships a LOT, on this podcast, and I have definitely fallen victim to the idea that when someone has trouble adapting to you going to the next level, its okay to outgrow them. But Pastor Deitrick tells us straight up- that doesn’t have to be the case. Our guest, 4x Grammy Nominated singer, tv and movie producer and pastor of Hill City Church, reminds us to extend love and grace to the people around us. That life isn’t all or nothing, but about balance. Join us for this week’s episode “What Does it Mean to Come to God Authentically?,” for a conversation about politics, balance, God’s love as our father, and everything in between.

“So I commend the enjoyment of life, because there is nothing better for a person under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad. Then joy will accompany them in their toil all the days of the life God has given them under the sun.” Ecclesiastes 8:15

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Advocacy comes in many forms. Some people march, some people preach, some people teach. Either way, it's so important for us to show the next generation that there is more in this world, than what they see. Join me and child advocate and founder of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, A Pledge to Children, Julia Davis as we talk about about her experience excelling beyond what she saw in her environment, and how she uplifts and educates young people do to the same.

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"An unmarried woman or virgin is concerned about the Lord’s affairs: Her aim is to be devoted to the Lord in both body and spirit. But a married woman is concerned about the affairs of this world—how she can please her husband. 35 I am saying this for your own good, not to restrict you, but that you may live in a right way in undivided devotion to the Lord."1 Corinthians 7: 34-35

While I have not had a candid solo conversation about dating, I will admit that I've learned quite a few things in my season of singleness. Join me this week for a solo episode as I break down why I'm choosing to de-idolize relationships to focus exclusively on "Kingdom things."

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A universal conversation I have with creators is making content that is genuine and authentic to the purpose of your art. Making sure that you are being honest with the audience you want to attract. What better way to do that, than to make art that you would’ve wanted to see growing up?This week we are continuing the conversation of representation in the media but this time, from a director’s perspective. Join me and filmmaker Au’Tonay Smith for a conversation full of laughs and nostalgia as we talk about the impact that positive representation on television had, not just on our personal outlook, but on our community. This is “Putting the ‘Me’ in Media” on What School Didn’t Teach MeFollow Au'Tonay!Instagram: @mainly.naeFollow Nae's production company, Soul Films StudiosYoutube: @SoulFilmsStudio Instagram: @SoulFilmsStudio ​

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Before there was social media, the most influential piece of technology was television. Since the 1950’s tv’s have sucked our attention, created idols, told us what we “really need”, and who we “need” to be. There are 2 sides of that coin: it can be really inspiring to see what you “could be” but without enough representation, it can be discouraging to see one dimensional sides of the media. Join me and Siobhan Gallagher author & illustrator of “Full of Myself: A Graphic Memoir About Body Image” as we dive into her book, the dangers of one dimensional media, giving yourself grace as you grow and how to make the best out of what you see on the media. This is not an episode I want you guys to miss.

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