The purpose of our show is to bring information and solutions to issues that impact the day-to-day lives of minorities.We can bring this value add by leveraging the knowledge of our host, Walter Latham, Sr. , co-host, Michelle Swiney, and our Panel, consisting of experts in various disciplines and life experiences.
Episodes
Sunday Oct 04, 2020
Sunday Oct 04, 2020
The The Walt Weekly Sits Down with the Legendary Daniel “Danny” Simmons Who Shares His Experiences on Life, Art, and His Future Aspirations
About Our Guest
Daniel "Danny" Simmons Jr. is originally from Hollis Queens and currently resides in Philadelphia. He is is a Neo-African abstract expressionist painter, co-founder and Chairman of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation (since 1995) He is also an avid collector of African art and comic books.
Websites & social media
IG: @dannysimmonsjr
FB: @dannysimmons
https://rushphilanthropic.org/
Literary Kicks : An Interview with Danny Simmons
Publications
Three Days As The Crow Flies
I Dreamed My People Were Calling But I Couldn't Find My Way Home
" Deep in your best reflection" and "the Brown beatnik tomes"
Friday Sep 25, 2020
Friday Sep 25, 2020
BD3 & UnkleNephew
On September 25th 2020, BD3 & Unkle Nephew drop a double-single with “Why Do U Luv Me” & “For the Ancestors” a powerful juxtaposition of 90’s love and present-day reflections on race-relations in AmeriKKKa. In talking about “For the Ancestors” BD3 states, “America has always been personified as a woman, so in this record i wanted to give her all of the qualities I thought she deserved. Powerful, attractive, but also deadly, vile and treacherous.” Whereas “Why Do U Luv Me” is amped with a nostalgic love for what Unkle Nephew & BD3 call 90’s New York. ”It’s an “ode the 90’s, my favorite era of Black culture,” as stated by Unkle Nephew. Sunnydale on Spotify, Apple Music & Tidal.
IG @unklenephew
Twitter @unklenephew
FB @Justin Swiney
IG @whoisbd3, FB @bd3, twitter @whoisbd3
Sunday Sep 20, 2020
Sunday Sep 20, 2020
Daru Jones is one of the most respected drummers of his generation. Jones is a two-time Grammy Award-Winning musician for his work on Lazaretto (Jack White) and on Testimony (Gloria Gaynor). Born to two professional musicians, he began playing the drums at the age of four. Though he got his start in the church, Jones has been influenced by musicians from a wide range of genres. These eclectic musical tastes have carried over into his own career as he has recorded, performed, and toured with renowned artists and producers such as: Jack White, Pete Rock, Gloria Gaynor, Slum Village, Jamie Lidell, Talib Kweli, Dwight Yoakam, Nas, Pee Wee Ellis, Lorenzo Jovanotti, Queen Latifah, Black Milk, Salaam Remi, Pharoahe Monch, Rance Allen, Black Violin, Ski Beatz & The Sensei’s, and Jon B (partial list). Alongside these artists, Jones has graced the stages of some of the most revered events in the music industry, including: One Mic: Hip-Hop Culture Worldwide! A 20th anniversary celebration of Nas debut album Illmatic, the 2013 Grammy Awards, Austin City Limits, Rock The Bells Festival, and the Montreux Jazz Festival. Receiving rave reviews from: Rolling Stone Magazine, LA Weekly, and USA Today (partial list), he has also appeared on several national and international television programs: The David Letterman Show, Jools Holland (UK), The Colbert Report, Saturday Night Live, and MTV.
Contact Info:
https://www.rusicrecords.com/darujones
Sunday Sep 13, 2020
Sunday Sep 13, 2020
Recorded Live
The TWW interviews New York's state and local politicians on the life threatening issues now facing our community. What are their thoughts and strategies to address the various threats facing us? From their purview, what do they see? It is said that all politics are local, so we are going let’s get granular.
Senator Jamaal Bailey, Democrat
Senator Jamaal Bailey represents the 36th district which includes:
Baychester, Bedford Park, Fordham, Morris Park, Norwood, Parkchester, and Mount Vernon
Social Media
Twitter: @jamaaltbailey
IG: jamaaltbailey36
718-547-8854
Vanessa Gibson, New York City Council Member - District 16 Council Member Vanessa L. Gibson proudly represents the Bronx’s 16th Council District. As the West Bronx’s voice at City Hall, she passionately advocates for affordable housing, low income families, seniors, job creation, and meaningful opportunities for our youth. Gibson has been a leader in school safety reform, championed criminal justice reform legislation, and is a vocal proponent of anti-gun violence programs. Under her leadership, the Council was able to secure funds necessary to expand the NYPD’s headcount almost 1300 officers in FY16, and expand the DAs baselined budgetary allocation by over $21 million in FY17, with over half of the money going to the historically underfunded boroughs of the Bronx and Staten Island.
District Office
1377 Jerome Avenue
Bronx, NY 10452
P: 718-588-7500
Legislative Office
250 Broadway, Suite 1872
New York, NY 10007
P: 212-788-6856
Chantel Jackson
NY State Assembly (Elect)
Chantel Jackson is a native New Yorker and New York Assembly (elect)for the 79th District in The South Bronx. Child of an immigrant mother from Belize, and American born father, Chantel proudly claims, “Soy de Belice,” while giving honor to her African ancestors. Chantel is also a dedicated member of her community, deeply connected and engaging in work which is selfless and life-changing. She is a proud UFT member and social worker at a NYC public high school, college professor and published author.
Gene Anthony Edwards
District Leader and organizer for the Bronx Democratic party. The TWW extends our gratitude for his work in getting these officials to participate in this podcast.
Sunday Sep 06, 2020
Sunday Sep 06, 2020
About Diamandi
Diamandi Devereaux is a model and actress with a passion for business and people. Since 2006, she has continuously been inspired by the onset transformations and feels creating is her favorite aspect of entertainment. In her newest business endeavor, she combined her passions to launch “Getting In Character,” a YouTube channel focused on “behind the scenes” information to inspire, encourage and educate those in and outside of the entertainment industry.
Website: http://www.DiamandiDevereaux.com
Email: DiamandiDevereaux@gmail.com
Cell: (215) 821-6401
Social links:
Instagram.com/DiamandiD
Facebook.com/DiamandiD
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
The Walt Weekly again takes on Police brutality against Black men and women. It is evident that they don’t give a damn with Trump encouraging them and backing them up. A policeman shooting an unarmed black man 7 times is like a golfer choking on a 3-foot putt. He even went as far as to try and justify the 17-year old that killed two people. Since when is killing someone justified unless it is in self-defense or war. We take a deep dive into this real threat to our country.
Understand that White Supremacist cannot give you freedom nor do they have that right. Freedom is not gained without sacrifice. Look at those that died during the Civil Rights Movement. Freedom is earned, nurtured and protected from future threats.
Guest Panel
Steve Smith
Steven A. Smith, ATL, GA
Educator, second chance business funding, credit specialist
http://Teachpracticemaster.com
Social media:
IG;stevenamithnycatl
fb;Steven A Smith
Christopher swiney, New Jersey
Host of Loud Chatter on Podbean & Chef
Social Media Info
IG: Bigsween68
FB:Christopher Swiney
Greg Coleman
Entrepreneur/technician/media-Greensboro, NC
Ernest Robinson
For nearly 20 years, Ernest Robinson has been at honing principles that will yield success. He is a Combat United States Marine Veteran who knows a thing or two about self-reliance and teamwork. As a speaker and entrepreneur Ernest has been certified through a rigorous training by renowned speaker, creator and facilitator Kendall Ficklin of B.O.S.C. (The Business of Speaking and Coaching Training Program) where Kendall serves as a sales coach, leadership instructor and motivational speaker.
Music Intro/Outro
Justin Swiney
Writer/Producer
Sunday Aug 30, 2020
Sunday Aug 30, 2020
On todays show we are going to “hear it from the horse’s mouth” about what it is like to pursue a career in corporate as a Black American and what you will need in your tool-kit to become successful. Their experience includes Foreign Exchange, Compliance, Project/Program Management, Investment Banking, Technology , Operations Management, just to name a few.
We are joined by three Senior Managers with over 60 years of combined experience working for some of the largest financial institutions in the world.
Guest:
Kinah
Experienced in the Project, Program and Portfolio Management function as it relates to the Banking and Payment Solutions sectors of the Financial Services industry. Work and formal education includes experience in project accounting, budgeting, strategy planning and risk management in an information systems environment.
Holds a Bachelors Degree from SUNY College at Old Westbury in Management Information Systems and an MBA in Technology Management with concentrations in Finance and Accounting from SUNY Polytechnic Institute. Licensed Project Management Professional (PMP).
Lyle J. James
VP in financial industry with 35 years industry experience and proven management, leadership and team building skills; proven track record of accomplishment in relationship management and retention. Experience includes conceptualizing and implementing business plans and meeting set goals and objectives. Strong PC/spreadsheet skills and a familiarity with customer contact software systems, excellent multi-tasking and organizational aptitudes, and proven ability to influence business partners. Foremost personal traits are integrity, credibility, ethical behavior and excellent communication.
Robel Sebany, President SHIFT’D,
is a proven leader in the merchant acquiring industry, with 20+ years’ experience in leading Operations teams and serving as a strategic liaison with Executive, Development, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, and Audit groups.
From his earlier days at a growing ISO (independent sales organization) to leading teams at a multi-national third-party processor, Robel continues to focus on bridging his industry knowledge and relationships with leading edge technology solutions and partnerships.
By starting and managing teams at various stages of a payment’s organizations development (Deployment, Quality Assurance, Residuals Management, Customer Service, Advanced Product Support, Compliance and Pricing & Portfolio Management), executive level participation, engagement with the major card brands, acquiring banks and technology partners, Robel has a unique skill set and background.
Prior to starting Shift’d, Robel was the Chief Operating Officer at SignaPay, an Irving, TX based ISO. Prior to joining SignaPay, Robel held multiple roles at EVO Payments International, a Melville, NY based multi-national third-party processor, most recently as VP Operations, US. Prior to joining EVO Payments International via acquisition, Robel was the SVP of Operations of Encore Payment Systems, an Addison, TX based ISO.
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Walter, Michelle, and the Panel discuss gun ownership with Joe Porto, owner and instructor of Goldeneye Training Academy. What are the pros and cons and laws applicable in various jurisdictions. Also we discuss in-home gun safety? If you are thinking about buying a gun for home protection, this is a must listen!
When Americans panic, they buy guns — lots of them. During the first six months of 2020, amid a global coronavirus pandemic, gun retailers have reported a record 10.3 million firearm transactions, according to a new survey by the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Overall, gun sales in the U.S. have increased by 95 percent while ammunition sales have increased 139 percent compared to the same period last year.
And while various demographic groups are buying guns in 2020, African-Americans account for the highest increase in gun purchases of any group.
“The highest overall firearm sales increase comes from Black men and women, who show a 58.2% increase in purchases during the first six months of 2020 versus the same period last year,” Jim Curcuruto, NSSF director of research and market development, wrote in his report. “Bottom line is that there has never been a sustained surge in firearm sales quite like what we are in the midst of.”
I have never owned a gun. I had the right to buy a gun, but I did not want to have one in the house with my kids. However, as with any position, you evolve with your environment. I do own a weapon now! This show is going to be about gun ownership as an added level of home protection. Here at the TWW, we do not consider owning a weapon political. We look at weapons as a means to protect your family and property against threats. It is another tool to minimize exposure in this very strange time.
In line with our mission to provide you with information that has an impact on the community, this security issue is in line with that.
About Joe Porto
- Owner of Goldeneye Training Academy in Derby Connecticut
- United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) Certified Instructor (Basic Handgun, Concealed Carry, Home Defense)
- National Rifle Association (NRA) Certified Instructor (Basic Pistol, Personal Protection Inside of the Home, Personal Protection Outside of the Home
- American Heart Association (AHA) Certified First Aid, CPR & AED Instructor
- Certified Firearms and Security Instructor: State of Connecticut – Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection – Division of State Police
- Police Combat Systems Certified Instructor (O.C. Spray, Police Baton, Handcuffs)
- Sig Sauer Academy Certified Instructor (Pistol)
- Commissioned Officer: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- State of Connecticut: Special Investigator
Contact Info
http://www.goldeneye-services.com/
https://www.facebook.com/goldeneyetrainingacademy/
https://twitter.com/Goldeneye_Serv
Panel
Christopher swiney, New Jersey
Host of Loud Chatter on Podbean & Chef
IG: Bigsween68
FB:Christopher Swiney
Earnest Robinson, Sergeant
US Marine Corp
For nearly 20 years, Ernest Robinson has been at honing principles that will yield success. He is a Combat United States Marine Veteran who knows a thing or two about self-reliance and teamwork. As a speaker and entrepreneur Ernest has been certified through a rigorous training by renowned speaker, creator and facilitator Kendall Ficklin of B.O.S.C. (The Business of Speaking and Coaching Training Program) where Kendall serves as a sales coach, leadership instructor and motivational speaker.
Website: B.ERNEST.org
Greg Coleman
Entrepreneur/technician/media-Greensboro, NC
Music
Intro/Outro Music Composed By
Justin Swiney
Writer-Producer
Sunday Aug 23, 2020
Sunday Aug 23, 2020
Michelle and Walter speak with an outstanding young lady who puts her efforts where her convictions are. She is the essence of bravery.
About Christine
Christine Cruz, is a (34 year old, single mom Hispanic) native Staten Island artist and photographer. Her work has been featured previously in the Staten Island advance for an (immersive art gallery) installation she curated back in October of 2018 entitled "Project Alice".
In her newest installation titled "Remember Their Names", she strives to engage and unite the community on an issue that has deeply divided many of our closest family, friends, (colleagues) and neighbors. Presented as lawn art for the public to view, the installation offers a personal view of each of the individual lives that have been lost due to racially influenced/charged police brutality (all too prevalent in our society). By providing personal information and details of each life that has been lost, (behind the names that canvas our news feeds time and time again), the installation attempts to put the focus on the life and humanity that has been lost. Instead it is simply a way to touch on and remember the humanity behind each name. Lives so similar to our own loved ones, so full of potential, that might make us reflect on the humanity that has been obscured/forgotten/lost in the emotionally charged political stances taken around the underlying causes of these incidents.
With an island all too often represented artistically and politically by the works of Scott Libdo, she feels it is important to show the community that there is an equal representation and presence from the opposite standings and viewpoints on these critically important issues. This is her contribution to the Black Lives Movement.
Sunday Aug 16, 2020
Sunday Aug 16, 2020
Michelle and Walter Conduct a Candid Interview with WNBA Legend, Model, and Actress, Kym Hampton!
WNBA Legend
Kym Hampton is a retired professional basketball player. Kym was drafted as the number four pick in the 1997 WNBA Elite draft and played three seasons for the New York Liberty . Following a 12-year professional stint in Europe along with her three years in the WNBA, Kym retired from basketball in 2000, due to worn cartilage in her right knee. Since retiring, Kym's focus has shifted to many things including singing and TV.
Post career
Off the court, Hampton is a mother, has pursued modeling, acting, and has a successful career in singing. She is an original CoverGirl Queen Collection model featured in print and a nationwide commercial. She was one of the original Lane Bryant "V-Girls" in a national V-Girl campaign. She's graced the pages of Glamour Magazine, Essence Magazine and other magazines.