Society Episodes

I enjoyed speaking with Thomas Paterson (Development and Communications Coordinator) from History Cherokee. We delved into the rich history of Cherokee County, Georgia, and how the Historical Society preserves it. Thomas talked about the importance of documenting and sharing the county's history and how the society collaborates with other organizations to achieve this goal. We also discussed the significance of historical societies worldwide and how they contribute to our understanding of the pa...

Paron and I pick back up in our discussion on stereotypes and double standards. We bring in several elements to consider while you are listening, such as the importance of recognizing the impact of censorship and social media on these issues. It's also interesting to consider the influence of celebrities and politicians on double standards in terms of establishing norms we observe in daily life. I especially like the term used by Paron, "overstand," which emphasizes the importance of empathy and...

In this episode, I speak with a former guest, Paron, about the prevalent social issue of stereotypes that we all face daily. Together, we will explore our thoughts on why we believe stereotypes exist, their impact on our lives, and potential ways to address and overcome them. I promise this to be an insightful and thought-provoking 2 part conversation. Check out the new EP: Generational Chaos - EP - Album by Paron Jamaal (feat KXNG Blanco) https://open.spotify.com/album/4bLPEZdYeZgIrv22ZswAny ...

During this episode, I am honored to have Kalevi return to share his story about his faith journey. We discuss his coming to terms with his sexuality, coming out, struggles faced, misconceptions people have, finding his community, spiritual development, and providing resources/advocacy. As mentioned in the episode https://www.1946themovie.com/ https://www.qchristian.org/ https://www.outchristian.com/ https://canyonwalkerconnections.com/ If you have any questions or comments for me, I ca...

There is a lot being said out there about cannabis and I had the great privilege of sitting down with a very knowledgeable friend to help shed some light on the topic. Garrett currently manages a Hemp and CBD shop and has a true passion for the products he sells and uses. With each topic, we are going to discuss some specific questions and concepts. Below is a list. CBD: what is the chemical compound, usages, how it works, effects, ways to consume, dosage, finding reputable brands, economic imp...

In this episode, we discussf Nuclear Energy, both fission and fusion. At first glance, I know most of you are thinking, skip or nope, this episode is not for me. STOP that thought and listen because of how Matt talks with enthusiasm and understanding of the topic. In his previous episode, we spoke of general common forms of energy coal, natural gas, hydroelectric, and wind. In this episode, we solely focus on nuclear fusion an fission energy. We discuss Safety, Sustainability, Efficiency / Cost ...

There are so many types of energy available in the world. In this part 1 of 2 episodes, we focus on an overview of Chemical - Coal, Natural Gas, Photovoltaic / Thermal - Solar, and Mechanical - Wind, Hydroelectric. As we go through each one, we discuss Safety, Sustainability (Long Term Availability of Fuel). Can renewables alone power the world? Efficiency / Cost (Energy Efficiency, Conversion Efficiency, Operational Costs), Environmental Impacts, real estate (Mining Footprint, Plant Footprint),...

It is beyond an honor to have Paron return to the podcast to help bring awareness to another critical issue overlooked in our communities. The “school-to-prison pipeline” is a disturbing national trend wherein youth are funneled out of public schools and into the juvenile and criminal legal systems. Many of these youth are Black or Brown, have disabilities or histories of poverty, abuse, or neglect, and would benefit from additional support and resources. Instead, they are isolated, punished, an...

There are several issues in the United States today that are challenging and starting to change as our country's landscape and awareness are being addressed. Some are more visible, while most are heavily overlooked due to stereotypes and entrenched beliefs that have yet to go away. In this episode, I speak to a good friend, Paron, a black male entrepreneur in Athens, GA. His struggles are a nationwide issue, but it is a lot worse in the south as we are still unentrenched in old ideologies that h...

In this episode, I speak with Chris Neal, an eclectic, strong, and wonderful human being who is gracious as he shares his battles with drug addiction, sobriety, and his road to recovery. Book recommendation -- Be Here Now by Ram Dass Atlanta Sculpture studio Cherry Lion - https://www.cherrylion.com/ (MENTIONED IN THE PODCAST) Addiction Help Services https://addictionresource.com/ https://www.samhsa.gov/ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration SAMHSA’s National Helpline,...

During the episode, I speak with Rick Carvlin on the major issue facing the non-profit industry right now that needs more awareness, that being the lack of funding which is, unfortunately, causing many organizations to limit their outreach and some even closing their doors. Rick Carvlin is directly involved in all operations, for a wide variety of arts organizations, from Ballet and Modern Dance, world-class Jazz presentations, Opera, Regional Theater, and Symphony Orchestra to major corporate a...

Today I speak with my friend Brody who runs a life-changing Non-Profit organization called Lion Life Community Incorporated. We are going to discuss what it takes to become a Non-Profit and what that entails, the inspiration for the program, and the spiritual life that has led him to this place in his life. Mission Statement: We believe education can be a catalyst for Hope. We currently offer educational services to the inmates of the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center in GED Certification,...

Today, I am speaking with George Franco, The 'Good News' Auctioneer, whom I have been blessed with working alongside in fundraising for nonprofit organizations for 5+ years. We are not just making an impact here in Georgia but all over the world. During our time today, we spoke bout the 3+ decades he spent in the world of broadcast television news, his transition into the auction world, and how he impacts communities through these skillsets as a benefit auctioneer specialist. If you would like ...

In this episode, I speak to my friend Daniel Welker about his journey as a minister in the Church of Christ. Some topics we discuss are: what got him into the ministry, his education, his roles in the church over the years, the interviewing process, what the day to day looks like, what is involved in preparing a sermon, the role his wife plays in the ministry, importance of community involvement, and his recommendations for those looking at joining the ministry. Disclaimer: Please remember this...

Mac helped me with an important transitional point in my educational life which brings me great joy to get to share some time into his world with you. Every time we speak I feel motivated to take on the world. During our conversation, we tackled the topic of conflict resolution with the positives and negative effects it can have on our lives. In this interview, we talk about: - His passion for knowledge through conversations and reading, how our entire lives we transfer over skills continually ...