The Semi-Social Life of a Black Introvert Podcast

Food for Thought: Volume 40

Mon, 11 May 2020 03:20:09 GMT

R.I.P. Ahmaud Arbery. Another week, another opportunity for growth. Let's talk about the wonderful lesson of finding faith and the many reactions to the previous episode, "Dear America: A Call To My White Brothers, Vol. 2".

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Podcast Extras: Finding Faith

Sat, 09 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

As my 9-year old son tries to locate his classmate, Faith, I also make it a point to find mine. This is an episode of two faiths sharing that same chase. Faith must be found. Where's yours?

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Episode 46: Dear America: A Call To My White Brothers, Vol. 2

Thu, 07 May 2020 03:36:18 GMT

Sometimes you have to hit redial and reach back out, especially if the call is important. Let's talk about the death of Ahmaud Arbery, the historical dangers of white supremacy, and the reasons why even in times of turmoil, brothers and sisters must meet in the middle of the bridge.

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Food for Thought: Volume 39

Mon, 04 May 2020 04:25:16 GMT

Don't we all want a piece of peace?!?! Let's discuss peaceful moments, the empowerment of choice, and the reasons why we should GROW wherever we GO.

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Episode 45: Know Thy Roots, Vol. 2: The Plant-Based Mindset

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:49:07 GMT

Growth is so organic. Let's talk about the positive experiences of teaching in a pandemic, the importance of finding peace in environments of growth, and the reasons why possessing a PLANT-BASED MENTALITY can change the narrative of Black and Brown America.

PLANT BASED MENTALITY: using the seeds of someone else’s genius to grow your own brilliance.

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Podcast Extras: Black Social Distancing

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 02:46:42 GMT

Social distancing or societal distancing...? You decide.

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Food for Thought: Volume 38

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 03:35:18 GMT

With the weekend over, let's talk a about reasons to soul cleanse in this quarantine, the connections between affliction and addiction, and why teaching should be done through observation and conversation. Know Thy Roots. R.I.P. Papa

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Episode 44: Know Thy Roots: Lessons From A Black Green Thumb

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 04:10:00 GMT

Build now, reveal later. In this episode, let's discuss the freedom of choosing optimism, the power of selfless investment, and why knowing your roots will cause you to GROW wherever you decide to GO.

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Podcast Extras: OJ & Orange Face

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

In response to all of those that were offended by what I said about OJ Simpson, I give you this, a gift, of humor and healing.

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Food for Thought: Volume 37

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 03:57:26 GMT

New week, new episode! Let's discuss a new epidemic brought on by COVID-19 called "chapped hands", the importance of keeping perspective, and why you hold the answer to some of the world's biggest problems.

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Episode 43: Coronavirus, Color, and Community: The Systematic Killing Of Black & Brown America

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 04:19:48 GMT

In this episode, let's discuss the power of creating expectations, the the Black and Brown experience is as American as apple pie, and why the help that our communities need lives internally within its people. Help is here...and it looks just like us:)

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Food for Thought: Volume 36

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 02:50:42 GMT

Impact can be made, even from home. On this week's episode, find out why learning is limitless for those that embrace it, the reasons why time should not be taken for granted, and how the most impactful influencers may be not be found in Instagram.

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Episode 42: The Gifted: Water From Higher

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 03:47:18 GMT

This is a message for leaders that know the burden of being burnt out. In this episode, let's discuss personal wealth vs. community health, burdens vs. blessings, and the reasons why nobody can bring the water quite like YOU do!

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Food for Thought: Volume 35

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 03:24:40 GMT

The power of laughter is often unmatched yet extremely overlooked. Let's talk about the strength of embracing flaws, reasons to find confidence in self-contradictions, and the many lessons of laughter.

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Episode 41: Things I Probably Shouldn't Say But I'm Gonna Say It Anyway

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 03:23:10 GMT

Does anyone need a laugh? Laughter is the best medicine...even for this 'rona. Let's talk about what OJ and Trump have in common, the teaching mechanisms of situational violence:), and why old men wrestling in trousers and while wearing wet t-shirts is the perfect lesson to sober anybody up for life.

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Food for Thought: Volume 34

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 01:35:49 GMT

Another 'Rona weekend in the books. Let's discuss the importance of emotional authenticity, how to find peace within the eye of the storm, and why it's perfectly okay to not be perfectly okay. Be safe and let's all stay quarantine clean.

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Episode 40: Good Times: Focusing On The Positive When Seeing The Negative

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 03:41:20 GMT

This 'Rona is crazy y'all. Let’s talk about the power of changing perspective, "damn, damn, damn" moments, and yes, why life is full of Good Times and we’re lucky we got 'em.

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Below The Clouds| A Mufali.MC Instrumental Story

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 03:17:57 GMT

An instrumental story of love, failure, and hurt told by a man that is healing.

I made these "sounds" during a time in my life which I was battling depression, insecurity, guilt, stress, and self-destructive behavior. I couldn't find the words to describe what I was going through...so I made rough instrumentals. I didn't know it at the time, but I was tapping into my soul.

I didn't listen to these beats for almost 6 years. They brought me back to the emotional state that I was in and I hated them. Ultimately, I came to peace with this time of my life. Each beat has a story behind it. I use my favorite movie, "Love Jones" as a background to this instrumental story of my life.

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Food for Thought: Volume 33

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 03:16:27 GMT

Quarantine isn't cute...but neither is being sick or spreading germs. We will get through this. Let's talk about suffocating in fear, breathing in hope, and why WE have to create a "new normal" during this Coronavirus pandemic.

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Episode 39: I'm Not Too Blessed To Be Stressed

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:40:06 GMT

Yep, that's me in the picture. The stress of the looming Coronavirus pandemic was a lot...but I found some peace. Let's talk about why it's okay to give yourself permission to be stressed, the importance of acknowledging one's emotional state, and why all humanity needs words of encouragement. #ichooseyou

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Food for Thought: Volume 32

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 02:43:48 GMT

With this Coronavirus hitting the world, it seems like we are all stressed. Let's talk about the worldwide impact of the 'Rona, Insta-followers vs. Insta-leaders, and why positive IMPACT can't stop, won't stop when confronted with challenges. One virus can't stop this show...

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Episode 38: Coronavirus, Colorism, Cocoa Butter Magic, & Other Important Conversations (My Week, So Far...)

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:44:05 GMT

What a week it has been....There is so much on my mind and so many conversations to be had. Let's discuss the harmful effects of colorism, the mental impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the many myths of "cocoa butter magic", and how lives can be changed through conversation! Be safe, ya'll!

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Food for Thought: Volume 31

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 03:14:54 GMT

This week is not for the weak, but for the strong! Let's talk about the power of investment, the reasons why Black History is both a month and a MOVEMENT, and why we, as royalty, should always wear our crowns!

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Episode 37: WAKE UP!.....and create your own Black History!

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:17:23 GMT

Even with Black History Month coming to an end in February, the "march" must still go on! Let's discuss the inner turmoil of success, the reasons why being "Black and Proud" should still be said loud, and the importance of living a lifestyle of Black History each and every day! WAKE UP!!!!!!!

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Food for Thought: Volume 30

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 04:53:16 GMT

New month, new opportunities. After challenging Black men in the last episode toy uphold a standard of excellence, let's talk about the responsibility of healing when hurt, the importance of male communication, and why Minister Farrakhan was wrong in his assessment of the Gayle vs. Snoop situation.

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Episode 36: Lift Ev'Ry Voice: A Call To My Black Brothas

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 06:11:57 GMT

Every now and then, as brothers and sisters, we have to do long distance calls to encourage each other by showing love, respect, and honor. In this episode, let's discuss the power of accountability, the systematic silencing of the Black male voice in America, and why it is crucial that ev'ry voice be lifted in order as the Black community speaks "UP".

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Food for Thought: Volume 29

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:20:58 GMT

After the incredible feedback from the previous episode, "The Loneliness of Leadership", let's continue the discussion by discovering the importance of changing perspectives, seeing the opportunity in opposition, and the reasons that FAITH is the perfect tool to fight frustration.

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Episode 35: The Loneliness Of Leadership

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 06:42:41 GMT

Being a leader is sometimes paid with the cost of isolation, being misunderstood, and loneliness. In this episode, as LEADERS, let’s discuss the 3 keys to leadership, finding courage in an atmosphere of discouragement, and how to find growth within the silence of loneliness.

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Food for Thought: Volume 28

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 05:37:15 GMT

After getting my "black card" and "family cookout invite" taken in consecutive weeks, let's discuss lessons learned from being at a floating spa, the need for boredom, and why the words that we use to define ourselves help determine our destination.

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Episode 34: The Reasons G*d Doesn't Make Niaz and Bches

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 06:47:19 GMT

You weren’t CREATED to be DEGRADED. In the aftermath of the Snoop Dogg vs Gayle King saga, let’s discuss the power of DEFINITION through REPETITION and why some words that are reclaimed need to be given back to its original owner.

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Food for Thought: Volume 27

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 04:35:07 GMT

After getting my "black card" taken two weeks ago, let me get ahead and assume that my "Black picnic" invite is also in jeopardy as I discuss the Gayle King and Snoop Dogg fallout, why calling a woman a "bitch" is NEVER appropriate, and the reasons that community Elders are needed now more than ever.

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Episode 33: Raising "Clarence"|Tears of the Middle Class Black Child

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 05:58:53 GMT

This week has been challenging but luckily, I am up for the challenge. Let's talk about WWB (working while Black) experiences, the reasons that the phrase "let it go" is only meant for the "Frozen" movie, and why we need to help Black children cope during times of social and emotional transitions.

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Food for Thought: Volume 26

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 05:01:48 GMT

One week after the tragic death of Kobe Bryant and 8 others, where do we go from here? Let's talk getting cussed out, reading the fine print on the African-American Express "Black Card", and the reasons why BROTHAhood involves more than just having someone's back.

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Episode 32: Mamba Out: A Lesson of Fatherhood

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 06:48:08 GMT

The tragic passing of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, along with 7 others this past week, has made me reflect upon mortality, morality, and the special role of the FATHER within a family unit. Let’s discuss the pain, power, and purpose of fatherhood and confront the fears that come with it.

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Food for Thought: Volume 25

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 03:26:00 GMT

Kobe Bryant was my 2nd basketball player of all time, yet, that doesn’t matter. Gianna is a girl that I have seen on various YouTube clips, highlighting her tenacity on the basketball court. I have never met Kobe or Gianna, who were two of the nine victims that tragically died Sunday morning in a helicopter crash. However, I am BLACK FATHER that is emotional enough to explain why this tragedy that occurred so far away hits so close to HOME. RIP, MAMBAS...:(

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Episode 31: The Element: Trek Manifest, Part 2.

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 06:07:23 GMT

As a follow-up to the successful "The Element: Trek Manifest, Part 1", listen as hip-hop artist and educator, Trek Manifest, discusses life, loss, and the lessons of learning to live when facing the odds.

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Food for Thought: Volume 24

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Reflecting on last week's interview with hip-hop artist and educator, Trek Manifest, find out why family conflict doesn't have to result in chaos, the importance of thinking outside the box, and how every single person in this world has a super powers on the inside of them.

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Episode 30: The Element: Trek Manifest, Part 1

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 05:11:11 GMT

Life is learned a little bit better when we catch people in their element, a space of creativity in which creativity is built and perspectives are changed. This week, I am sitting down with hip-hop artist Trek Manifest (@trekmanifest) to discuss his love of music, teaching, and the reasons why authenticity is a sound that everyone needs in order to walk to the beat of their own drum.

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Food for Thought: Volume 23

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 03:57:48 GMT

Using the momentum from the previous episode, "The Power of One(s)", let's find out the difference between purpose and position, the power of connection, and the reasons why ONES will always WIN.

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Episode 29: The Power of One(s)

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 07:17:39 GMT

The opportunity to change starts with ONE seeing a challenge as an opportunity to create world-changing impact. Let's talk how hip-hop music inspired my teaching style, personal growth in 2020, and the reasons why 1+1 always inspires the world 2 change. Are you the ONE?

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Episode 28: 20/20 Vision: Looking Forward to Looking Back

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 19:10:34 GMT

With 2020 approaching, it's important to be able to look back at 2019 with clarity and see both the trials and triumphs that occurred throughout the year. 20/20 vision is not perfect, but it is purposeful. Let's talk looking back, looking forward, and why the next steps to the next move may require us look within ourselves!

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Food for Thought: Volume 22

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 05:18:14 GMT

After a week of hearing from Lizzo's fans about the previous week's episode, "Dear Lizzo", let's talk a bit more about the definition of truly being "free" and the price that comes with it.

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Episode 27: Dear Lizzo

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 06:08:33 GMT

I couldn't avoid discussing Lizzo and the twerk that was heard around the world at the Lakers game. Let's discuss the ills of entertainment, the real power of choice, and the why the elite don't mind the Black community literally making an azz of ourselves. Buckle up for this one!

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Food for Thought: Volume 21

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 04:57:44 GMT

Another great week is ahead of us! Listen and find out how daily evolution outweighs New Years resolutions, the importance of allowing life to come full circle, and why it still doesn't make sense why the good die young.

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Episode 26: The Tragic End of Juice's World

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 06:30:42 GMT

Rest in Peace Jarad Anthony Higgins aka Juice Wrld. With the year almost coming to an end, find out why I probably won't see "Queen and Slim" for another four years, the importance of lending an ear and listening to LEGACY, and why all the life was squeezed out of Juice's World.

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Food for Thought: Volume 20

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 06:15:34 GMT

It's almost 2020! Let's talk New Years resolutions vs. today's solutions, botched interviews, how five cheerleaders took a stand for their civil rights even when taking a knee, and the power of silence when it comes to human trafficking.

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Episode 25: Black Girls Lost

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 06:00:58 GMT

For educators, the week after Thanksgiving break can be hard....but impactful! Let's talk about the reasons why to slow life down, why being labeled a "hard worker" makes my skin crawl, and how 64,000 Black women and girls are missing but HOPE cannot be lost. #blackgirlslost

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Food for Thought: Volume 19

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 04:32:16 GMT

Thanksgiving break is OVER...and I almost lost my mind. Listen and find out why I am THANKFUL to have a job after spending five straight full days with my kids, the reasons why Colin Kaepernick's fight won't go away for the NFL, and how 64,000 is one of the numbers that I fear the most.

#blackgirlslost

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Food for Thought: Volume 18

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 04:21:40 GMT

With Thanksgiving only a few days away, let's eat this "soul food for thought" episode and discuss how washing dishes changed my life, Grammy nomination snubs for 2019, and why the NFL is sitting back and counting money as the Kaepernick narrative has changed once again.

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Episode 24: Kaepernick 101: Rules Of The Game

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 06:08:45 GMT

The fire of hope cannot be extinguished...Let's talk career transitions, the deaths of Hodan Nalayeh and Almaas Elman, and how the "game" that the NFL is playing with Colin Kaepernick is just as tough as any competition that he faced on the football field. I'm with Kap...

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Food for Thought: Volume 17

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Another day...and a few more dollars. Let's talk about my return to Popeyes after a self-imposed suspension, why we should bookmark the moments of our lives, principles of gardening your life, and the reasons that SHEroes deserve flowers while they can still smell them.

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Episode 23: SHEroes Vol. 2: Lessons From My Grandmother

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 06:31:36 GMT

When people impact your life, their legacy lives on through memories that hopefully will last a lifetime. Let's talk TI's hymen check, struggle mac-n-cheese, the proper way to wash greens, and Grandma's love.

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Food for Thought: Volume 16

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 05:00:16 GMT

With the weekend quickly coming to an end, listen as Aaron loses his "black card" discussing Popeyes vs. Chick-Fil-A, why he finally has Instagram beef, the disgusting privilege of college football fandom, and why Harriet Tubman's is the true definition of an influencer!

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Episode 22: SHEroes Vol. 1: Harriet Tubman

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 06:56:41 GMT

Y'all, after a day that ended with me dumpster-diving for my lost car keys, let's discuss personal fears, fecal mist, birthday celebrations, and why Harriet Tubman's story is nothing short of GLORY.

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Food for Thought: Volume 15

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 04:00:00 GMT

New week, new opportunities! Let's discuss America's self-esteem, Trump's impeachment, the reasons why two things can be true, and why Kanye is just like the rest of us.

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Episode 21: Kanye vs. Yeezy: Which Way is West?

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 04:50:19 GMT

After a week off to get refreshed, let's get back to business and discuss the death of comedic legend John Witherspoon, Kanye vs. Yeezy, Sunday Service, faith, and how pain bridges humanity.

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Food for Thought: Volume 14

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Fresh off the weekend, listen as Aaron explores finding triumph in tragedy, S.W.B. (shopping while Black), and the empowerment that lies in creating your own pathway to success!

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Episode 20: The Enlightenment of Faith (Atatiana Jefferson Edition)

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 06:40:00 GMT

In lieu of the tragic murder of Atatiana Jefferson, Aaron discusses the power of America's silence and why he chooses to fight fear with faith.

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Food for Thought: Volume 13

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 04:09:18 GMT

It's that time of the year for homecomings and college reunions! Find out why reunions of any kind make me uncomfortable, the need for soul enrichment, forgiving vs. forgetting, and why everyone needs to clean out their junk drawer!

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Episode 19: The Enlightenment of Forgiveness

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 04:59:47 GMT

Let's talk pets, cheddar goldfish, making the most out of moments, and the FREEDOM of FORGIVENESS. Let it go...and let's grow!

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Food for Thought: Volume 12

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 04:03:17 GMT

After receiving so much feedback from the previous episode, "The Enlightenment of Fear", listen to Aaron discuss the killing of Joshua Brown, the mercy of Brandt Jean, why FEAR must be fought with LOVE, and the reasons that the KETO diet could've renamed this podcast!

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Episode 18: The Enlightenment of Fear

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 04:29:27 GMT

Another week, another step in the right direction. Let's talk about family snitching, the Botham Jean verdict, and the opportunity that exist when FEAR is confronted head on. Let's face our FEARS...together:)

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Food for Thought: Volume 11

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

With the weekend over, Listen to Aaron discuss hip-hop starter kits, Tekashi snitching, Trump's impeachment, and the upcoming episode, "The Opportunity of FEAR".

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Episode 17: The Moments

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 04:40:45 GMT

I believe that if a picture is worth a thousand words, then MOMENTS must be priceless! Listen as Aaron breaks down his hip-hop snobbery, "Raging 20s", and discusses how to turn life's unexpected MOMENTS into fuel that creates positive MOMENTUM!

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Food for Thought: Volume 10

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:47:16 GMT

After the conclusion of the four-part "Mental(ity) Math..." series, listen as Aaron discusses his obsession with Star Wars lightsabers, finding peace of mind, turning SYNERGY into COMMUNITY, and giving flowers to people while they can still smell them.

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Episode 16: Mental(ity) Math: Division |"The Vision"|

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 04:44:01 GMT

Class: Breaking Up 101

All great things must come to an end, leading to NEW BEGINNINGS. Listen to part 4 of the "Mental(ity) Math..." series and discover why leaders must have "The Vision" for DIVISION order to create growth, change, and positive movement.

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Food for Thought: Volume 9

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

With the weekend coming to an end and the "Mental(ity) Math..." series coming to a close this week, listen as Aaron discusses the art of being positive, the addiction of negativity, what aspect he admires most about Lebron's game on the basketball court, and why Tupac's purpose became clouded with pain.

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Episode 15: Mental(ity) Math: Multiplication |The Legacy Theorem|

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 06:23:45 GMT

Listen as Aaron shares the third installment of his "Mental Math" series, discussing Lebron, legacy, and the why should always bring MULTIPLICATION to the proverbial table.

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Food for Thought: Volume 8

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 04:51:54 GMT

What a weekend! So much to talk about...so little time! Find out the reason why so many of my heroes are women, how being a DIFFERENCE MAKER is so different in today's society, and if it is possible that my "bad energy" jinxed Serena;)

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Episode 14: Mental(ity) Math: Difference Makers/The Laws of Subtraction

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 05:31:56 GMT

"Difference Makers/The Laws of Subtraction" is part 2 of the "Mental(ity) Math" series. Listen find out why Aaron needs canine prayer, the power of discovering "moments of momentum", and why being a DIFFERENCE MAKER requires you to make the MOST out of situations in which you are given the LEAST. This episode is "hamburger":)

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Food for Thought: Volume 7

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 05:23:16 GMT

Listen as Aaron shares more about the "pluses" of positive "Mental Math" both in and outside the workplace, the need for more conversation concerning mass shootings, being present in potential life-changing moments, previews this Thursday's episode, and shares a lesson from from his Mom.

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Episode 13: Mental(ity) Math: Addition

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 05:08:07 GMT

This is part one of a four week series! In this episode, listen to Aaron discuss how to change your mind from the negative to the POSITIVE, the importance of ADDING value into other people's lives, PLUS, how to be impactFULL in both personal and professional environments.

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Food for Thought: Volume 6

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 05:10:57 GMT

Listen as Aaron discusses Popeyes vs. Chick-fil-a, the impact of the "Husbandology" episode, and the importance of using your gifts to make room for you to create positive impact!

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Episode 12: The Blueprint IV (NFL Edition)

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 05:06:20 GMT

Listen as Aaron sorts out the Jay-Z/Rocnation, NFL, Eric Reid/Colin Kaepernick situation in order to find common ground in a disagreement amongst brothers.

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Food for Thought: Volume 5

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 03:57:21 GMT

Listen as Aaron further discusses the previous week's episode,"Husbandology...", the importance of mental health as it pertains to men, and previews the upcoming episode dropping this Thursday!

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Episode 11: Husbandology: A Lesson of Love

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 07:19:44 GMT

After reflecting on his wedding anniversary, listen as Aaron tells you about the ills, chills, and thrills of marriage from the perspective of an imperfect husband.

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Food for Thought: Volume 4

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Listen in this episode as Aaron gives a new spelling to the word "tired", celebrates his marriage anniversary, expounds more about the historical foundational flaws in white supremacy, and speaks on why ALL CONVERSATIONS MATTER. It's all love here...:)

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Episode 9: Dear America: A Call to My White Brothers

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 05:52:40 GMT

In the aftermath of two mass shootings in America, listen as Aaron calls out to his White "brothers from another mother" to converse about the country's past, present, and opportunities of social and racial progress in the future.

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Food for Thought: Volume 3

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 03:54:08 GMT

With the mass shootings on his mind, listen to Aaron as he searches for and finds HOPE in the midst of pain.

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Episode 8: Overcoming P.T.S.D. (President Trump Stress Disorder)

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 06:42:28 GMT

Does the President of this country preside over your life, mind, and family? If so, you may have P.T.S.D. Listen to Aaron discuss why taking a break from politics may be the very thing you need to gain a new perspective for your life!

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Food for Thought: Volume 2

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 04:21:23 GMT

Listen as Aaron tells you about his addiction to pop and how being a 2-hour thug creates "learnt" lessons to live by.

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Episode 7: My Life as a 2-Hour Thug

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 05:03:15 GMT

Listen as Aaron tells you his true life stories of being a two-hour thug without another minute to spare! How much thug do you have? You may need to check your balance...

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Food for Thought: Volume 1

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 07:29:38 GMT

Get a plate as Aaron briefly dishes on why Trump's wish to "go back" should inspire the nation to move forward.

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Episode 6: Teaching Toontown....The Marathon Continues

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 04:41:17 GMT

Listen as Aaron delves into why the fight at Toontown must be seen as only a moment and not a monument within the African-American community. The marathon continues...

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Episode 5: Four Mothers: The Women Who Raised Me And The Many Others That Made Me

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 06:55:41 GMT

Listen as Aaron honors the community of four mothers that raised him in Springfield, Ohio and the many other women that positively invested in his life.

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Episode 4: What is We Gonna Do?: A Call to the Church

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 22:01:13 GMT

In this "land of the free", American still finds itself as "home of the cage". In this episode, Aaron challenges the American church to aspire to the live one of the Bible's greatest commandment, "love they neighbor", even if they happen to cross a border or two.

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Episode 3: It Could Have Been Me (remix)

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 07:38:55 GMT

Bringing closure to the topic of "It Could Have Been Me" from episode two, Aaron discusses the positive and negative aspects of law enforcement from the eyes of a semi-social black introvert.

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Episode 2: It Could Have Been Me

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 07:03:36 GMT

Police brutality is as American as apple pie. In this episode, Aaron examines police brutality against minorities in America and how 37 shots should never be met with silence.

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Episode 1: Summer Thugs, Some Are Not...

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 04:22:00 GMT

With things heating up in the summer, listen to Aaron discuss his poolside tales and the first time he realized that even so-called "thugs" are afraid of UV rays.

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The Semi-Social Life of a Black Introvert Podcast

Food for Thought: Volume 40

Podcast Extras: Finding Faith

Episode 46: Dear America: A Call To My White Brothers, Vol. 2

Food for Thought: Volume 39

Episode 45: Know Thy Roots, Vol. 2: The Plant-Based Mindset

Podcast Extras: Black Social Distancing

Food for Thought: Volume 38

Episode 44: Know Thy Roots: Lessons From A Black Green Thumb

Podcast Extras: OJ & Orange Face

Food for Thought: Volume 37

Episode 43: Coronavirus, Color, and Community: The Systematic Killing Of Black & Brown America

Food for Thought: Volume 36

Episode 42: The Gifted: Water From Higher

Food for Thought: Volume 35

Episode 41: Things I Probably Shouldn't Say But I'm Gonna Say It Anyway

Food for Thought: Volume 34

Episode 40: Good Times: Focusing On The Positive When Seeing The Negative

Below The Clouds| A Mufali.MC Instrumental Story

Food for Thought: Volume 33

Episode 39: I'm Not Too Blessed To Be Stressed

Food for Thought: Volume 32

Episode 38: Coronavirus, Colorism, Cocoa Butter Magic, & Other Important Conversations (My Week, So Far...)

Food for Thought: Volume 31

Episode 37: WAKE UP!.....and create your own Black History!

Food for Thought: Volume 30

Episode 36: Lift Ev'Ry Voice: A Call To My Black Brothas

Food for Thought: Volume 29

Episode 35: The Loneliness Of Leadership

Food for Thought: Volume 28

Episode 34: The Reasons G*d Doesn't Make Ni**az and B**ches

Food for Thought: Volume 27

Episode 33: Raising "Clarence"|Tears of the Middle Class Black Child

Food for Thought: Volume 26

Episode 32: Mamba Out: A Lesson of Fatherhood

Food for Thought: Volume 25

Episode 31: The Element: Trek Manifest, Part 2.

Food for Thought: Volume 24

Episode 30: The Element: Trek Manifest, Part 1

Food for Thought: Volume 23

Episode 29: The Power of One(s)

Episode 28: 20/20 Vision: Looking Forward to Looking Back

Food for Thought: Volume 22

Episode 27: Dear Lizzo

Food for Thought: Volume 21

Episode 26: The Tragic End of Juice's World

Food for Thought: Volume 20

Episode 25: Black Girls Lost

Food for Thought: Volume 19

Food for Thought: Volume 18

Episode 24: Kaepernick 101: Rules Of The Game

Food for Thought: Volume 17

Episode 23: SHEroes Vol. 2: Lessons From My Grandmother

Food for Thought: Volume 16

Episode 22: SHEroes Vol. 1: Harriet Tubman

Food for Thought: Volume 15

Episode 21: Kanye vs. Yeezy: Which Way is West?

Food for Thought: Volume 14

Episode 20: The Enlightenment of Faith (Atatiana Jefferson Edition)

Food for Thought: Volume 13

Episode 19: The Enlightenment of Forgiveness

Food for Thought: Volume 12

Episode 18: The Enlightenment of Fear

Food for Thought: Volume 11

Episode 17: The Moments

Food for Thought: Volume 10

Episode 16: Mental(ity) Math: Division |"The Vision"|

Food for Thought: Volume 9

Episode 15: Mental(ity) Math: Multiplication |The Legacy Theorem|

Food for Thought: Volume 8

Episode 14: Mental(ity) Math: Difference Makers/The Laws of Subtraction

Food for Thought: Volume 7

Episode 13: Mental(ity) Math: Addition

Food for Thought: Volume 6

Episode 12: The Blueprint IV (NFL Edition)

Food for Thought: Volume 5

Episode 11: Husbandology: A Lesson of Love

Food for Thought: Volume 4

Episode 9: Dear America: A Call to My White Brothers

Food for Thought: Volume 3

Episode 34: The Reasons G*d Doesn't Make Niaz and Bches