Lets Just Talk About It Podcast with Chuck
This Podcast is geared toward giving people a platform to share their personal story because so many people have a story, but they have nowhere to share it, but they do now, it's called Let's just talk about it Podcast because I believe every voice matters!
Episodes
What happens when a child's trauma is dismissed by the very people meant to protect them? At just ten years old, Katerris Lawrence was writing suicide notes on her schoolwork while battling depression.
Katerris joins us to share her powerful journey from that wounded child to the author of "The Depression and Me," a memoir twenty years in the making. Growing up in Portsmouth, Virginia, where "everybody...
What if you could turn the beautiful chaos of simultaneous pregnancies into a thriving business venture? Join us as we share the inspiring story of Mrs. Kimberly Mitchell-Waters, the dynamic founder and CEO of K Mitchell Collections, Growing With Luxury. Sparked by the joy of her daughters' pregnancies and the arrival of her grandsons, Kimberly embarked on a journey to create a luxurious yet accessible legacy brand. She offers...
What does it take to find hope in the darkest of times? Join us in a gripping conversation with Vikisha Smith as she bravely recounts the heart-wrenching loss of her daughter, Ke 'Asia Andrea' Adkins in 2018. Through Vikisha's candid and emotional storytelling, we learn about Ke 'Asia's vibrant life, her many talents in dance, sports, and academics, and the unbreakable bond she shared with her mother. Vikis...
Monica Atkins joins us for a heartfelt exploration of resilience and community impact, sharing her experiences from Newtown, Portsmouth. From playful childhood memories to the profound challenges of teenage motherhood, Monica's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and support. Her story is not just about overcoming personal loss but also about transforming tragedy into a mission to protect and guide the youth of...
Award-winning singer and songwriter Roberta Lea takes the spotlight as she shares her incredible journey from Norfolk, Virginia, to the vibrant heart of the country music scene. We explore her transition from piano to guitar, inspired by her great-grandmother's legacy and her parents' passion for storytelling. Roberta's reflections on the role of narrative in country music reveal a deep, personal connection to the ge...
What if the path to redemption began with a single, courageous story? Meet Kelly Dara, a formidable advocate for incarcerated women, whose journey from rebellious teen to lifer in a Virginia correctional facility is as heart-wrenching as it is inspiring. Having spent three decades behind bars for a crime committed in her youth, Kelly opens up about the chain of misguided decisions that led to her imprisonment and her subsequent tra...
What if the emotional turmoil of incarceration didn't just end with the individual behind bars? In my latest episode, we bring you the gripping stories of Taj Mahon-Haft, a sociologist turned advocate, and Christa Roseboro, a mother navigating the heartache of having a son in prison. Taj's transformative journey from his own unexpected incarceration to co-founding the Humanization Project is nothing short of inspiring. To...
What happens when grief feels like an insurmountable weight on your shoulders? On this episode of the Let's Just Talk About It podcast, we are joined by the courageous Keycia Cobb, who shares her poignant journey through the darkest valleys of loss. After enduring the heartbreaking deaths of her mother, father, and daughter, Keycia offers a raw and honest perspective on grappling with grief, the emotional masks we wear, and th...
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the profound weight of grief and wondered how to navigate such turbulent waters? Join us on a heartfelt journey with Scharnelle Hamlin, a dedicated Homicide Support Group Coordinator, as she shares her invaluable insights into managing the complex emotions that accompany the loss of a loved one, particularly through acts of gun violence. Scharnelle opens up about her personal experiences with grief...
What if the wisdom of our elders could guide us through the complexities of modern life? Join us for an extraordinary episode of "Let's Just Talk About It" as we honor the life and legacy of Ms. Mary Fountain, a woman whose 84 years were filled with resilience, love, and profound insights. In this heartfelt conversation, Ms. Mary takes us on a journey through her upbringing in New Jersey, recounting stories of helpin...
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around while behind bars? Meet Timothy Wayne Carr, who is currently incarcerated at the Dillwyn Correctional Facility in Virginia. Timothy is not just another inmate; he's a beacon of hope and transformation. Having completed an AutoCAD course and participated in the prison’s first-ever TED Talk event—where he even met a potential millionaire business partner—Timothy is setting the...
What happens when life throws you into the heart of a violent neighborhood, and you have to fight your way through to rise above the chaos? Meet Eric Sims from Deanwood, Northeast DC, whose journey from the tumultuous Lincoln Heights housing project is both inspiring and heart-wrenching. Raised by a tireless single mother in an environment plagued by gangs and predators, Mr. Sims shares how he navigated the harsh streets while help...
Can trauma be a catalyst for profound personal transformation? Join us on this compelling episode of Let's Just Talk About It as we sit down with Victoria Hardy, the author of "The Love Correction: 12 Tools to Overcoming Trauma." Victoria opens up about her challenging upbringing in Norfolk, Virginia, and shares the deeply personal story of being molested. Through her journey, she reveals how these early traumatic ex...
How does one navigate life after losing a parent at a young age? Michael Marshall joins us to share his deeply moving journey growing up in Portsmouth, Virginia, where he faced the heart-wrenching loss of his mother to breast cancer at the tender age of nine. From the cultural stigmas surrounding mental health in the black community to the silent struggle of unprocessed grief, Michael's story is a testament to the resilience o...
JaKeil Gilchrist takes us on a raw and inspiring journey through her life in South Norfolk and Portsmouth, Virginia during the crack epidemic of the 90s. Growing up in a blended family with young parents and visiting her incarcerated father, JaKeil's experiences are a testament to resilience and empathy. Join us as she shares how the dichotomy of church and hip-hop culture in her upbringing shaped her path to becoming a compas...
Have you ever felt like you're on the brink of something transformative, yet the scars of your past seem to hold you back? You're about to meet Jeanita Castille, whose compelling narrative from the projects to the spotlight of entrepreneurship and photography is nothing short of a masterclass in resilience and purpose. This episode peels back the layers of a journey marked by sheltered beginnings, the courage to face soci...
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