Black Resilience

Tune in for this breathtaking conversation with Jane Elliott about the ISMs in America (RacISM, ClassISM, ColorISM and SexISM). Jane is an American diversity educator, author, and anti-racism activist who is courageous, unfiltered, and unapologetic in speaking truth about racism in America. As an educator, she became known for her "Blue eyes/Brown eyes" exercise, which she first conducted with her third-grade class[a] on April 5, 1...

Troy J. Walker, an activist, poet, and entrepreneur, has released I’m Not Your Enemy the Binary Effect, an impactful narrative that explores the violence towards and among the Black and Brown communities of America. The book touches upon systematic racism in the country and how it has turned people of color against each other when they should be offering each other support.

Having to grow up amid the turbulent and unpredictable str...

Tune in now for a great conversation with Nenette Adeliza, Author/Speaker who takes you on a journey about her adversities and struggles in her book “ Platinum Pussycat Chronicles – The Healing Journey of a Super Juicy Girl”. Nenette tells a vivid story and will capture your attention from start to finish with her honesty and strong faith in GOD that brings her to the place where she remains today—Happy, Healthy and BLESSED! To pur...

Tune in now for a great conversation with Kiesha Garrison, an extraordinary women of excellence, who shares her journey about leaving a highly successful six figure career at Microsoft to launch her own professional emcee and public speaking business. Her work, including her successful podcast YOU Better!, focuses on professional development, self-love and affirming Black women. To connect with Kiesha Garrison visit her website at ...

In this 3 part series I’ll start off with Black Wall Street communities from back in the 1800 and 1900s most of us know about Tulsa, Oklahoma, but there was also few others like  Bronzeville in Chicago; Hayti in Durham, N.C.; Sweet Auburn in Atlanta and Farish Street in Jackson, Miss.   All these communities built Black Wealth by starting small business. Part 2 and 3 of this series will provide some tools and resourc...

Tune in now for a great conversation with Sharon Saffold, an extraordinary women of courage and resilience. Sharon shares her journey about breaking generational curses in order to survive homelessness and abuse, to becoming a college graduate, Ph.D. and receiving the Key to the City of Knoxville, TN.  

Note of Correction: During the interview Sharon mentioned the unfortunate passing of her sister S'rea in 2019. The correct ye...

As part of our S.H.I.N.E. Series, the Black Resilience Podcast is celebrating Alma G. Davis’ “S.H.I.N.E. in this episode. Alma G. Davis, a  world-renowned entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and visionary has  emerged as a leader in the hearts of many through her desire and  dedication to serving women and youth. As Founder and CEO of the Alma G.  Davis Foundation, Ms. Davis has been able to strategically help v...

This is part 3 of our three part series on human trafficking. In this  episode we talk with Starr Davis, Found and CEO of The Starr Institute  (TSI, Inc.). Starr Davis is dedicated to serving as a resource and  beacon of hope for youth. Starr earned an undergraduate degree in Mass  Communications from Florida State University and a Juris Doctor degree  from North Carolina Central University School of Law. A...

This is part 2 of a 3 part series on human trafficking. In this episode  we talk with Ronald Mazique an advisor of the Men in Violence Prevention  (MVP) Initiative, a program of the International Human Trafficking  Institute. Ronald Mazique has worked in higher education for over 10 years in several capacities, including student conduct, student legal  services and multicultural affairs. He currently serves as A...

This is part 1 of a 3 part series on Human Trafficking. In this episode  we interview Deborah Richardson, Executive Director of the International  Human Trafficking Institute (IHTI) in Atlanta, GA.  Deborah founded IHTI in 2014 in her former role as Executive Vice President of the  Center for Civil and Human Rights. She is a nationally recognized expert on social justice for women and girls and advocate to end h...

This is part three of our 3 part series on The Power of the Black Vote in America. In this episode, we interview Marc Morial, President &  CEO of the National Urban League and former second-generation Mayor of  New Orleans. Marc has been a political and civic leader throughout his career and has been at the forefront of Civil Rights and Social Justice causes. He also understands the importance of bringing together div...

This is the second interview of part 2 of a 3 part series on The Power of the Black Vote in  America. In this episode, we interview Attorney Gerald Griggs (a.k.a. The Justice Fighter). Attorney Griggs is committed to community service throughout Georgia and has been a strong activist in the civil rights and social justice space. He is the Second Vice President of the Atlanta Chapter of the NAACP and the Chair of the Criminal J...

This is part 2 of a 3 part series on The Power of the Black Vote in America. In this episode, we interview Sony Halpern. Sonya Halpern is active in the political space in Georgia. She is currently a Democratic candidate for GA State Senate District 39 with a strong platform around social justice issues and economic equality. Sonya speaks to the Black Resilience Podcast about her perspective on the Power of the Black Vote in America...

This is part 1 of a 3 part series on The Power of the Black Vote in  America. The first part of this series talks about the history of the  Black vote in America. In this episode, we talk about Black Suffrage, the Civil Rights movement, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. We interview Deborah Richardson, who will also be our guest co-host for this series. Deborah is a native Atlantan who grew up in the 1960s and was active...

This is the Pt. 4 of a 4 part series that addresses the impact COVID-19 has had on Black Americans. This episode discusses the importance of having a financial plan before a crisis happens. We also discuss resources available to help repair credit, reduce debt regardless of your financial situation, and also investing tips for those who have a healthy investment portfolio despite the economic crisis in this climate. We interview Du...