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Memorial Day 2020

May 24, 2020 admin Podcast Season One, Traditions 0 Comments

Memorial Day began as a tribute by former slaves on May, 1, 1865 in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp. The freed men and women dug up the bodies of Union Soldiers to honor them with a proper burial as gratitude for sacrificing their lives to free the slaves during the Civil War. After the re-burial, these free men and women held a parade where they marched and sang in celebration. The modern Memorial Day continued with a military order issued in 1868 by Maj. Gen. John A. Logan, the commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, for the annual decoration of war graves.

This podcast is presented as a tribute to the continuance of Memorial Day, as a time to remember and thank our nations veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice. While COVID-19 may prevent us from the physical visitation of the grave site, it does not prevent us from paying tribute in other manners.

2020 Census: An Invitation to Participate

March 1, 2020 admin Podcast Season One, Podcasts 00:13:41 0 Comments

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Take Time to Be Counted

2020 Census: An Invitation to Participate

The 2020 Census is your opportunity to have your voice counted.
This Podcast shares information about the importance of the
Census and what it can provide for your community.

 April 1: This is Census Day, a key reference date for the 2020 Census—not a deadline. We use this day to determine who is counted and where in the 2020 Census. When you respond, you’ll tell the Census Bureau where you live as of April 1, 2020, and include everyone who usually lives and sleeps in your home. You can respond before or after that date. We encourage you to respond as soon as you can.

April 29 – May 1: The Census Bureau will count people who are experiencing homelessness over these three days. As part of this process, the Census Bureau counts people in shelters, at soup kitchens and mobile food vans, on the streets, and at nonsheltered, outdoor locations such as tent.

Adjustments Due to COVID-19

  The 2020 Census is underway and households across America are responding every day. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Census Bureau has adjusted 2020 Census operations in order to:

  • Protect the health and safety of Census employees and the American public.
  • Implement guidance from federal, state, and local health authorities.
  • Ensure a complete and accurate count of all communities.

The Census Bureau has published the change in an updated document at the following website: 

https://2020census.gov/en/news-events/operational-adjustments-covid-19.html

Participate and Be Counted!

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Develop Personal Coalitions

February 16, 2020 admin 2020 Change & Goal Setting Series, NOVA Series, Podcast Season One 0 Comments

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Building a support group of experts is important to you achieving your goals and instituting your change.

Why is building a coalition so important and how can mentors help? Mentors provide  information and knowledge which we are lacking. A good mentor will notice which areas you need improvement in and how to stimulate positive growth to help you meet your goals.  Mentors can be a beacon of encouragement in helping you stay focused.

This episode of the Substance of Life Podcast provides information about Change and goal-setting Principal #2, Developing a Coalition.  For our purposes, of our podcast, a coalition is defined as a temporary alliance of partners or mentors who have the experience and skill-sets required to assist you with achieving your goals and move forward toward your change.  This podcast discusses: Identifying potential Coalition members, reviewing the characteristics of participating members and recruiting potential members.

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Black Women Defining Depression: An Honest Conversation

February 8, 2020 admin Fit for Purpose Health & Wellness, Podcast Season One 0 Comments
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Black Women Defining Depression: An Honest Conversation

There has always been a stigma accompanied with prejudice toward mental health issues in Black communities. This type of taboo has made it extremely difficult for persons suffering from depression or anxiety (or any type of mood disorder) to acknowledge it, and willingly seek treatment for these types of illness. 

This podcast is designed to open the door to have a conversation about the topic of depression. It is a candid social engagement about Women of Color recognizing and dealing with depression. This podcast does not serve as a replacement for any type of treatment. It is highly encouraged that any listener, who may exhibit or suffer from depression seek the services of a license Clinical professional. Our goal is merely to inspire and educate.



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HBCU Festival 2020

February 3, 2020 admin College & Universities, Education, HBCU Festival, Podcast Season One, Podcasts, Traditions 0 Comments

Historical Black Colleges & Universities
Festival 2020

HBCU Festival Day 2020

Festival Day was extraordinary! The Gaylord National Harbor, MD., hosted well over 12,000 Students and Parents from all over the United States.

The atmosphere was flowing with excitement and anticipation of families planning for their next step in the academic process. This podcast was recorded on location and shares some of the events of the day, conversations with entrepreneurs who provided their personal experiences, and services information about their product lines.

Guest Host, Ashley Anderson shares the festival experience with listeners onsite. Checkout her new Podcast series, Ashleys’ World, Living Your Best Life Now! Coming Soon to SOLP.

HBCU Experience with Cristalynne Dupree

Cristalynne Dupree is a proud HBCU Alumnus of Tennessee State University,  who blended her career choices with the additional training provided by AmeriCorps Vista.  Crystalynne podcast episode shares her unique academic and career Substance of Life experience.

It is important to note that the AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Vista programs do more than move communities forward; they serve their members by creating jobs and providing pathways to opportunity as they enter the workforce. AmeriCorps places thousands of people into intensive service positions where they learn valuable skills, earn money for education, and develop a strong sense of civic responsibility.

AmeriCorps offers a variety of service opportunities, from the classroom to the outdoors, and everything in between. No matter what you’re passionate about, where you’re from, or why you choose to serve, AmeriCorps is your chance to be the greater good and make a difference. For more information inquire at their website: https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps

HBCU Experience with Crystal Williams

Crystal Williams is  the Founder and President of The First Suit Project, Inc.,  501c3 and CEO of the “YOU” Brand Academy. 

Crystals’ organizations mission is to fully equip students that attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities with the appropriate business attire and other resources that will enhance their “Personal Brand” as they enter the Corporate world.  Her  passionate belief is, no student should have to wear poorly fitted clothing that diminishes your Personal Brand, the “YOU” brand.

TFSP’s philanthropic efforts are geared toward educating students by providing mentorship programs which emphasize the importance of Personal Branding; specifically, visual branding and interviewing skills. Their grassroots level and corporate fundraising efforts provide a supplemental education of soft-skills which are not taught in a general or traditional academic curriculum. For more information about TFSP go to their website at: http://www.thefirstsuitproject.org/

The Substance of Life invites you to learn more about these organizations and the valuable services they provide.

Winners of the
Substance of Life Podcast
2020 Book Scholarship

The Substance of Life Podcast wants to thank all the Students who stopped by our booth at the HBCU Festival to share their academic aspirations and ask questions. We were excited to share our HBCU experiences with you.  Two High School Seniors  were selected as grand-prize winners of our Freshman 2020 Book Scholarship:  Orange High School, Orange Virginia and Taft High School, Cincinnati, Ohio.

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If you have any questions about the HBCU event, please send us a message.

Historical Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) The Global Effect

January 20, 2020 admin College & Universities, Education, HBCU Festival, Podcast Season One, Traditions 0 Comments

Historical Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) The Global Effect

 

The HBCU institutions were given birth to in the 1800 approximately 25 years before the recognized end of slavery in the United States, and it is notable that these institutions are still present today educating students and inspiring the minds of young adults.

It is important for Sororities, Fraternal organizations, Alumni, Churches and Corporations to support HBCU. Financial backing and support for academic programs, research and social educational events is vital to the health and welfare of these institutions.

Financial support and donations towards the sustainment must come from various sources because the success of the HBCU impacts globally. The quality of education and skills these young adults earn provides a return-on-investment towards the global citizen who will shape the workforce of our future.

Making an Impact

Annually, Alfred Street Baptist Church, Alexandra, VA sponsors a HBCU festival.  This dynamic event is an opportunity for High School juniors and seniors to conduct in person interviews with representatives from over 75 different HBCU institutions. If students are interested in University Band, the HBCU festival provides an opportunity to audition.

Seminars are held which provide valuable information about the institutions academic and financial requirements, Campus Services, Paying for College: Scholarships, Loans & Federal Aid, Scholarship Writing, What Should You Know About Greek Life, Surviving College as a Christian, STEM Education & Careers and College tips for parents.

The Substance of Life Podcast is attending the 2020 HBCU festival. As part of our strategic vision, we are going to provide an online free Writing workshop and a one semester book scholarship for two students who are graduating Seniors, who will be incoming freshmen at an HBCU for Fall of 2020. 

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21st Century Motherhood Experience

November 24, 2019 admin Podcast Season One, Podcasts, Traditions 0 Comments

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A conversation about the Motherhood  experience

 

 

Motherhood

 

“A life-long Journey filled with every emotion you can imagine. Enjoy your ride.” ~ Carin                             

“Every Mother is a Diva in her Childs’ eyes, therefore, she expects nothing less than style and grace with everything they do.” ~ Tia

 

Natural Hair-Care with Ashley Anderson

October 26, 2019 admin Podcast Season One, Podcasts, Your Beautiful Authentic Self 0 Comments

Ashley is a 3rd generation  cosmetologist who specializes in Natural Hair Care for All Women. Her company is a collective of amazing people striving to build delightful products to enhance your hair an skin.

Victory is Mine: The Joyce Lewis Outler Story

October 20, 2019 admin Fit for Purpose Health & Wellness, Podcast Season One, Podcasts 0 Comments

About Our Guest

Joyce Lewis Outler is a victorious breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in late 2018. In 2019 she shares her victory story with the Substance of Life Podcast Listeners. Joyce has contributed to the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign by demonstrating a message of hope and the importance of extended family and friends support enveloped with love. 

She has transformed her lifestyle by changing her diet, exercise, managing stress and regularly scheduled physician checkups. She has designed her specific cancer care by selecting African American female physicians that practice within the Atlanta, Georgia area whom can relate to her ethnic background challenges. Two of her personal care physicians are also cancer survivors. 

This unique aspect of the physician/patient relationship presents a comfort to Joyce because she feels her doctors’ have an intimate perspective of her journey. 

The Substance of Life Podcast thanks Joyce for sharing her experience and inspiring all.

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