The Walt Weekly Podcast

We Had To Talk About It: With Ernest and Briggette

In this  episode Walt, Sgt. Robinson, and Briggette Stokes discuss the upcoming presidential campaign. 

• The transition from Biden to Kamala Harris is discussed, with the hosts expressing their support for the change.
• The importance of voting in both national and local elections is emphasized.
• The hosts explore the role of black individuals in politics and the support for Trump among some black voters.
• The concept of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is examined, with the hosts highlighting how it can be used as a negative trope.

Sound Bites

• "Skin folks ain't always kin folk."
• "Your reality is not my reality."
• "They not like us."

Chapters

00:00Transition from Biden to Kamala Harris

01:25The Importance of Voting in National and Local Elections

03:24The Role of Black Individuals in Politics

08:01The Controversy Surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

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Terrell Rhodes Businessman Extraordinaire: Part 1

Terrell Rhodes, a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach, shares his journey and the secrets to building a successful business. He grew up in a small town in North Carolina, raised by his grandmother and deeply influenced by his church community. Terrell is dedicated to mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs and has a unique approach to business strategy and mindset coaching. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and how it can shape one's success.

Opera Singer Marie Claire Sits Down With the Walt Weekly:Rebroadcast

The Walt Weekly Podcast welcomes Opera singer Marie Claire for an in-depth interview. We will cover her humble beginnings, major accomplishments, and how she sees the future post-covid.

More About Marie Claire Abuard

MC studied opera singing in Rome, Italy, and debuted at Carnegie Hall. She has performed on world stage singing, opera, jazz, and musical theater at Madison Square Garden, Barclays Center, United Nations, Summerstage, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and HB Studio to name a few.

Marie-Claire is also a composer collaborating on a song cycle with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Harbison and creating her very own style where she mixes her operatic vocals with other genres of music. 

A firm believer in giving back, MC reaches out to underprivileged children and young adults in her community of the South Bronx and whenever she tours locally, nationally, and internationally with awards from the NAACP, City of New York, and New York State Senate.

Website: www.marieclairemusic.com

Music Composed by:

Justin Swiney

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Sgt. Ernest J. Robinson Joins The Walt Weekly

In this episode of the Walt Weekly Podcast, Walter Latham Sr, Kena Parham, and Sergeant Ernest Robinson discuss various topics including the poor performance of President Joe Biden in the recent debate, the impact of Supreme Court decisions on the Black community, and the issue of immigration. They also touch on the importance of taking action and showing details rather than making empty statements. The conversation explores the role of the president, the challenges faced by the Black community, and the need for individuals to take responsibility for their own success. The conversation covers various topics, including the impact of historical systemic systems on individuals, the importance of education, commitment, and discipline in achieving success, the recent Supreme Court decisions, and the role of individuals in creating change through running for office and making proposals for legislation.

KeywordsWalt Weekly Podcast, President Joe Biden, debate, Supreme Court decisions, Black community, immigration, taking action, details, empty statements, role of the president, challenges, responsibility, success, systemic systems, historical impact, education, commitment, discipline, Supreme Court decisions, running for office, legislation

About Sgt. Ernest J. Robinson

Ernest Is D.C. Government Veteran Outreach Specialist. Ernest has served as Congressional Relations Officer and Legislative Associate in his past works. For over a decade Ernest has served as a Grassroots organizer and advocate for issues concerning our schools, criminal justice system and the welfare of HBCUs. Ernest is USMC Combat Veteran who is now serving in the Va National Guard.

Young Single Mom and Entrepreneurship with Jamya Brown

Jamya Brown, a young entrepreneur and mother, shares her journey of balancing motherhood, work, and pursuing her dreams. She discusses her experiences with postpartum depression and how it has shaped her views on mental health, inspiring her to start a podcast on the topic. Jamya also talks about the challenges she faces as a young entrepreneur and how she overcomes them through consistency and a positive mindset. She shares her vision for her businesses and her desire to make a difference in the lives of others.

Keywords Jamya Brown, young entrepreneur, motherhood, work-life balance, postpartum depression, mental health, podcast, business challenges, consistency, positive mindset

Takeaways

• Balancing motherhood, work, and pursuing dreams requires consistency and a positive mindset.
• Experiencing postpartum depression has inspired Jamya to start a podcast on mental health.
• Challenges as a young entrepreneur can be overcome by staying focused and not giving up.
• Jamya's vision for her businesses includes making a difference in the lives of others.
• Taking time for self-care and prioritizing mental health is crucial for success.

Titles

• Making a Difference: Jamya's Vision for Her Businesses
• Prioritizing Self-Care and Mental Health: Jamya's Advice

Sound Bites

• "Becoming her own boss was her dream since she was 17 to 18 years old"
• "If I start something I gotta finish it"
• "Mental health is a serious condition, she says, and this is one of her reasoning for starting the podcast"

Helping the Houseless with Block Love’s Deborah Denise Phillips: Part 2

Deborah Denise Phillips, founder of Block Love in Charlotte, North Carolina, joins Walter Latham Sr, Keena Parham, and Briggette Stokes on the Walt Weekly Podcast. Block Love Charlotte was founded over seven years ago to help those experiencing homelessness in and around the city of Charlotte. Deborah and her team provide meals, tents, tarps, sleeping bags, hygiene products, clothing, and other daily necessities to the houseless community. They also offer services such as housing navigation, mental health and wellness checkups, and workforce development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Block Love Charlotte remained consistent in their mission and served every single day. They also faced challenges such as the lack of safe restroom facilities and transportation for their neighbors. Despite these challenges, they continued to advocate for the homeless community and make a difference in their lives. The conversation explores the challenges faced by marginalized communities, particularly immigrants and people of color, in accessing support and resources. It highlights the importance of meeting people where they are and building trust to provide effective assistance. The discussion also touches on the impact of trauma and mental health issues within these communities. The conversation emphasizes the need for equitable distribution of resources and challenges the stereotypes perpetuated by mainstream media. It also addresses the ongoing drug epidemic, particularly the prevalence of fentanyl and its devastating effects. In this conversation, Deborah Phillips, the founder of Block Love CLT, discusses the challenges faced by the homeless population, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. She highlights the lack of affordable housing, the increase in homelessness among seniors, and the struggles faced by the trans community. Deborah emphasizes the importance of providing support and resources to those in need and shares her own experiences of overcoming adversity. She also encourages listeners to put aside pride and ask for help when needed, and to make a difference in the lives of others.

Deborah Phillips and her organization, Block Love Charlotte founded over seven years ago to help those experiencing homelessness in and around the city of Charlotte has helped make a difference amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Deborah pours her soul into the work she does daily, which she describes as her heart’s mission to spread love throughout this city one Block at a time.

After working 23 years in the Information Technology Industry this mother of three and domestic abuse survivor has stepped into her God-given assignment to help those who need a hand whether homeless or not. She wants to be the hand she once needed when she fell on hard times. In mid-May of 2020, at the height of the pandemic, Deborah quit her job at a law firm to fully dedicate all her time to her organization and to those she refers to as her Block Family.

Along with her amazing team, volunteers, and family, she has remained consistent with the mission and Block Love Charlotte has served every single day since March 8th of 2020. No easy task, but with the citizens of the city and the ones who honestly believe in the work being performed, Deborah has been able to make a difference in the homeless community.

Mrs. Phillips has overcome many recent obstacles including chronic health challenges but that did not stop her from obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in May of 2022 from Winston-Salem State University.  Deborah is also the recipient of the, Growing the Dream”, Martin Luther King, Jr, Award presented by WSOC news station in Charlotte, NC and the 2022 recipient of the Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s Community Service Award among other honors.

Through the Block Love Charlotte social media presence, her organization has helped invoke the spirit of giving in others. More information about her organization can be found at the website, http://www.blockloveclt.org.

 

Helping the Houseless with Charlotte's Block Love Founder Deborah Denise Phillips: Part 1

Deborah Denise Phillips, founder of Block Love in Charlotte, North Carolina, joins Walter Latham Sr, Keena Parham, and Bridget Stokes on the Walt Weekly Podcast. Block Love Charlotte was founded over seven years ago to help those experiencing homelessness in and around the city of Charlotte. Deborah and her team provide meals, tents, tarps, sleeping bags, hygiene products, clothing, and other daily necessities to the houseless community. They also offer services such as housing navigation, mental health and wellness checkups, and workforce development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Block Love Charlotte remained consistent in their mission and served every single day. They also faced challenges such as the lack of safe restroom facilities and transportation for their neighbors. Despite these challenges, they continued to advocate for the homeless community and make a difference in their lives. The conversation explores the challenges faced by marginalized communities, particularly immigrants and people of color, in accessing support and resources. It highlights the importance of meeting people where they are and building trust to provide effective assistance. The discussion also touches on the impact of trauma and mental health issues within these communities. The conversation emphasizes the need for equitable distribution of resources and challenges the stereotypes perpetuated by mainstream media. It also addresses the ongoing drug epidemic, particularly the prevalence of fentanyl and its devastating effects. In this conversation, Deborah Phillips, the founder of Block Love CLT, discusses the challenges faced by the homeless population, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. She highlights the lack of affordable housing, the increase in homelessness among seniors, and the struggles faced by the trans community. Deborah emphasizes the importance of providing support and resources to those in need and shares her own experiences of overcoming adversity. She also encourages listeners to put aside pride and ask for help when needed, and to make a difference in the lives of others.

Deborah Phillips and her organization, Block Love Charlotte founded over seven years ago to help those experiencing homelessness in and around the city of Charlotte has helped make a difference amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Deborah pours her soul into the work she does daily, which she describes as her heart’s mission to spread love throughout this city one Block at a time.

After working 23 years in the Information Technology Industry this mother of three and domestic abuse survivor has stepped into her God-given assignment to help those who need a hand whether homeless or not. She wants to be the hand she once needed when she fell on hard times. In mid-May of 2020, at the height of the pandemic, Deborah quit her job at a law firm to fully dedicate all her time to her organization and to those she refers to as her Block Family.

Along with her amazing team, volunteers, and family, she has remained consistent with the mission and Block Love Charlotte has served every single day since March 8th of 2020. No easy task, but with the citizens of the city and the ones who honestly believe in the work being performed, Deborah has been able to make a difference in the homeless community.

Mrs. Phillips has overcome many recent obstacles including chronic health challenges but that did not stop her from obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in May of 2022 from Winston-Salem State University.  Deborah is also the recipient of the, Growing the Dream”, Martin Luther King, Jr, Award presented by WSOC news station in Charlotte, NC and the 2022 recipient of the Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s Community Service Award among other honors.

Through the Block Love Charlotte social media presence, her organization has helped invoke the spirit of giving in others. More information about her organization can be found at the website, http://www.blockloveclt.org.

Walter Latham CEO of Latham Entertainment and Creator of the Original Kings of Comedy: Part 2

This is part 2 of our interview with Walter Latham, Jr. 

The state of stand-up comedy today lacks substance, foundation, and a point of view. The craft of black comedy, especially, has lost respect. Social media influencers are prioritizing followers over the quality of their comedy. Being a promoter in the entertainment industry is risky and not recommended. It's better to be a producer and bet on yourself. Artificial intelligence (AI) is both exciting and concerning, as it brings new possibilities but also raises questions about privacy and dependence. Being an entrepreneur allows for more control and fulfillment than working for someone else.

• Stand-up comedy today lacks substance, foundation, and a point of view.
• The craft of black comedy has lost respect compared to its earlier days.
• Social media influencers prioritize followers over the quality of their comedy.
• Being a promoter in the entertainment industry is risky and not recommended.
• Being a producer allows for more control and long-term rewards.
• Artificial intelligence brings new possibilities but also raises concerns about privacy and dependence.

Rebroadcast: The Struggle Continues Until Final Victory! Recorded Live

We had initially planned to try to discuss a lighter topic but, let me say, we must keep it real. I am here with Michelle and the topic today “The Struggle Continues until final victory.” Remember that? We used to say this a lot in the 70s’ and 80s’ when greeting each other. But there was no truer phrase or saying. We are struggling and we will not stand down until final victory.

The conviction of Derrick Chauvin in the George Floyd murder was only the beginning of our struggle to right the wrongs done to us over the last 400 years. Don't be fooled my friends. Stay ready, stay vigilant, and above all be relentless. Think of Dante Wright, Breonna Taylor, Trayvon Martin, etc. They are all Martyrs.

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Engineer at The Walt Weekly

 

Christopher Swiney, New Jersey

Senior Consultant and Panelist The Walt Weekly 

 

Gene Edwards

Male District Leader (D)

79th AD, The Bronx, NY

 

Ernest J. Robinson, Washington, DC

Sergeant, US Marine Corp Combat Veteran

 

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Women’s History Month with Guest Host: Briggette Stokes and Company

In this episode, Host Briggette Stokes, celebrate Women's History Month with a group of retired professional Black women. They discuss the role of Black women and women's rights, highlighting the strength and confidence of women. They also explore the concept of the superwoman and the phenomenal strength of Black women. The conversation touches on the job of women in the home and workplace, the importance of voting, and the power of women. The episode concludes with a tribute to Aretha Franklin and her empowering song 'Respect.'

Participants Bios

Briggette Stokes:

Born in December 1958 in Washington DC and raised in Williamston, North Carolina, Briggette Stokes learned independence and perseverance from her single mother. After graduating from Williamston High School in 1977, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Saint Augustine College in 1981, followed by a North Carolina Teacher’s Certification in 1982. Her early work included various jobs from babysitting to retail, and she spent many years in education, retiring in 2018 after a 40-year career. In addition to her educational pursuits, Briggette has coordinated events, managed a mental health services company with her siblings, and worked in quality assurance. As a dedicated Christian, she has been active in church activities and founded a non-profit ministry for women. She is also an author, a podcast brand ambassador, and runs a website at briggettetheauthor.com.

Brenda Barns:

Brenda Ewell-Barnes, born in 1958 in Williamston, North Carolina, overcame the challenges of her era to pursue higher education and a career. She graduated from Williamston High School in 1977 and earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Social Welfare from Saint Augustine’s College. Brenda has worked at Saint Augustine College, as a Case Manager in the North Carolina Women’s Prison, and spent 38 years as a Special Education Teacher. Furthering her education, she obtained a Master's degree in Special Education and another in Executive School Administration. Now retired, she continues to support special needs children through foster care and entrepreneurship. Brenda is an active member of the NAACP, enjoys gardening, and plans to pursue a doctoral degree in Behavioral Science. She is involved in Just Us BB Ladies and lives by the motto, "I am not afraid, God is always with me."

Carolyn Hams:

Carolyn Hams, a native of Henderson, North Carolina, graduated from Vance Senior High in 1977 and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education from Saint Augustine's College in 1981. She has dedicated nearly four decades to a career in education, recently retiring in July 2023. Now enjoying her retirement, Carolyn is active with the Just Us BBB Ladies and cherishes spending time with her family. Looking forward, she aims to engage more deeply with her church and community, especially focusing on youth-related activities.