Dr. Steven Lake has been studying human dynamics and relationships between the sexes for over 30 years, first, as an actor and director for the stage, and then as a psychotherapist.
He has a Master’s degree in counselling and a PhD in Educational Administration. Steven worked for Corrections Canada in a maximum security prison hospital and currently teaches graduate courses in psychology at Adler University, works for the BC Society of Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse, and has a private practice.
Steven has been writing for the Good Men Project the last three years and is the editor for the Marriage and Commitment section.
Join Dr. Vibe and Sat Purusha as they host the discussion Men And Relationships.
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Sat Purusha writes about health, spirituality and masculinity. He explores what masculinity means in relation to the rest of men’s lives. Sat is also an editor and weekly columnist at The Good Men Project.
During the conversation, Sat talks about:
– The importance of a man’s relationship himself
– Where are men getting education about realtionships
– The importnace of listening and presence for when it comes to relationships
– His article, How To Love A Woman – 10 Ways For Men To Love
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Dr. Marvin Thompson is an educational leader who has spent the majority of his 25 years in the educational field turning around schools in challenged communities. The scope of his experiences in schools range from pre-school director, elementary teacher to district superintendent.
In 2003, his efforts led to his school being recognized as one of the top 15 most changed schools in America through the National School Change Award Program. He served on the Virginia Academic Review Steering Committee, which reviewed, revised and developed school performance standards which are currently being used in states across America. He has served on Governor Mark Warner’s Economic Development committees and Governor Tim Kane’s early childhood committee.
As the Chief Academic Officer of a charter school in New Orleans, Dr. Thompson was featured in Oprah Winfrey’s Blackboard Wars, a nationally televised documentary bringing light to the challenges facing urban schools in America. The program received many awards including CableFax’s Best Documentary, The CINE Golden Eagle Award and the New York Festival’s TV and Film Award.
Dr. Thompson has many televison and radio apprearances including the CBS Morning News, The Tavis Smiley Show, LA Today, and CNN: Headline News as an educational commentator. In 2013, he was a speaker at the Steve Harvey Mentoring Camp for Boys and the Indiana Black Expo. Dr. Thompson was most recently an invited guest of the White House to speak at the 2015 Congressional Black Caucus Convention in Washington, D.C., to discuss the challenges facing boys in challenged communities.
Currently Dr. Thompson is the President and CEO of EmpowerED, and educational Consulting firm specializing in organizational systems development. His company has worked with schools across America from rural districts to some of the largest and most challenged such as the Los Angeles Unified School District. In 2009, Dr. Thompson was an invited member of the International Exchange of Scholars to assist the University of South Africa, the 4th largest university in the world, in revising its educational curriculum. These efforts will influence over fifty percent of the teacher workforce in the continent of Africa.
Dr. Thompson received his Ed.D. degree in Leadership & Policy Studies from The George Washington University, an M.ED in Administration & Supervision from Virginia Commonwealth University and a B.A. in Psychology and Education from Randolph Macon College in Virginia.
Recently, Dr. Thompson was on our show talking about The Future Of Education Under The Trump Presidency. During the conversation, he talked about:
– The privatization of the American public school system
– What has Donald Trump said about education?
– Why wasn’t education talked about a lot during the last presidential election?
– What is the best strategy for parents when it comes to their kids education?
– His thoughts on the new American Secretary Of Education Betsy DeVos
– The lack of diversity in the public teaching profession
– How will HBCUs fare under the Trump presidency?
– Will the Trump administration increase the presence of the police in schools?
– What will happen to funding for research?
– The future of integrated schools
– His call to action for Americans when it comes to public education
Join Dr. Vibe and Sat Purusha live this morning at 11 a.m. Eastern/8 a.m. Pacific as they host the discussion Men And Relationships.
Sat Purusha writes about health, spirituality and masculinity. He explores what masculinity means in relation to the rest of men’s lives. Sat is also an editor and weekly columnist at The Good Men Project.
All you have to do to watch the conversation live is click here this morning at 11 a.m. Eastern/8 a.m. Pacific.
Gerald DuBose is a gifted visionary on a mission to change how the world perceives beauty. He has always seen the world differently than most. A Washington DC native, Gerald’s childhood was dedicated to creativity. He began writing poetry at eight-years old , developing a genuine passion for overlooked beauty. Also known as “The shy guy with a big mouth” has built and advised several multi-million dollar businesses over the last two decades. He is the author of the book: The 4 Success 4 steps to achieve anything you want in life. Gerald has authored 2 other books, in addition to being an impassioned Keynote speaker and activist. He is a father, business cultivator, sales trainer, poet, and truth seeker.
Recently, Gerald was on our show. During our conversation Gerald talked about:
– Some of his story and including some of the leadership lessons that he learned from sports and martial arts and when did creativity become part of his life via the movie The Insiders
– “Simple takes discipline”
– How he got into the world of marketing
– When did he decided to become an entrepreneur(January 2002 at 26 six years old )
– Some memories of his first business (home remodeling and construction) and what kept him going during the challenging early days in which he lost his home
– How he started the software and hardware company that he is part of
– About the New Wealth Order
– His advice for new Black entrepreneurs
– The importance of leadership in business and how much is leadership lacking in the business world and why
– The story behind his first book
Dr. Marvin Thompson is an educational leader who has spent the majority of his 25 years in the educational field turning around schools in challenged communities. The scope of his experiences in schools range from pre-school director, elementary teacher to district superintendent.
In 2003, his efforts led to his school being recognized as one of the top 15 most changed schools in America through the National School Change Award Program. He served on the Virginia Academic Review Steering Committee, which reviewed, revised and developed school performance standards which are currently being used in states across America. He has served on Governor Mark Warner’s Economic Development committees and Governor Tim Kane’s early childhood committee.
As the Chief Academic Officer of a charter school in New Orleans, Dr. Thompson was featured in Oprah Winfrey’s Blackboard Wars, a nationally televised documentary bringing light to the challenges facing urban schools in America. The program received many awards including CableFax’s Best Documentary, The CINE Golden Eagle Award and the New York Festival’s TV and Film Award.
Dr. Thompson has many televison and radio apprearances including the CBS Morning News, The Tavis Smiley Show, LA Today, and CNN: Headline News as an educational commentator. In 2013, he was a speaker at the Steve Harvey Mentoring Camp for Boys and the Indiana Black Expo. Dr. Thompson was most recently an invited guest of the White House to speak at the 2015 Congressional Black Caucus Convention in Washington, D.C., to discuss the challenges facing boys in challenged communities.
Currently Dr. Thompson is the President and CEO of EmpowerED, and educational Consulting firm specializing in organizational systems development. His company has worked with schools across America from rural districts to some of the largest and most challenged such as the Los Angeles Unified School District. In 2009, Dr. Thompson was an invited member of the International Exchange of Scholars to assist the University of South Africa, the 4th largest university in the world, in revising its educational curriculum. These efforts will influence over fifty percent of the teacher workforce in the continent of Africa.
Dr. Thompson received his Ed.D. degree in Leadership & Policy Studies from The George Washington University, an M.ED in Administration & Supervision from Virginia Commonwealth University and a B.A. in Psychology and Education from Randolph Macon College in Virginia.
Dr. Thompson will be live on our show tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific. He will be discussing The Future Of Education Under The Trump Presidency.
To watch the conversation live, please click here tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific.
Dr. Vibe talks Dr. Anita Jack-Davies about her program Badges2Bridges.
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Dr. Anita Jack-Davies is an academic and cross-cultural expert. She is currently Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at Queen’s University and founder of The Cross-Cultural Institute, a firm that specializes in creating cross-cultural curriculum materials such as online and blended courses, training programs, white papers and retreats.
While completing her doctoral studies, Dr. Jack-Davies gained experience in several administrative roles including Human Rights Advisor and Educational Developer, both at Queen’s University.
An expert in cross-cultural issues, she specializes in examining issues of equity, diversity and inclusion as they impact the changing Canadian workplace. Dr. Jack-Davies is a seasoned facilitator and offers strategic planning, training and advisory support to organizations.
She has recently launched the Badges2Bridges, an online, cross-cultural training program for law enforcement professionals in Canada and the United States and lives with her family in Kingston, Ontario. She can be contacted at anita@dranitajackdavies.com.
During our conversation, Dr. Jack-Davies talked about:
– Some of her background including being raised by her grandparents and herjourney as an educator
– The story behind Badges2Bridges and the details of the program
– Her thoughts on the state of policing minority communities
– Media coverage of police and its relationship with various cultures
– How can minority communities improve their relationship with the police
Dr. Vibe asks Quianna Rodriguez about The Modern Work Week.
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Quianna Rodriguez is the Founder of Happy Work Week where she provides people and organizations with coaching solutions that creates confidence, direction, and a precise plan of action for success. As a Master Certified Coach, Certified Career Coach, and Group Coach, she is committed to provide unparalleled service and performance that demands lifelong breakthroughs.
For over 10 years she provided Technical Writing, Education & Training, and Information Technology expertise to both military and corporate agencies. Quianna continues to educate and train others by providing corporate seminars and workshops at companies such as TIAA-CREF and is currently a Professional Development Instructor at the Carolina School of Broadcasting in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Recently, Ms. Rodriguez was on our talking about The Modern Workplace. During our conversation, she talked about:
– Life growing up in Ohio and how is she the same/different than her mother
– Her experience in the military and what did she learn from it and why she left
– The experience teaching young kids
– Why did get into coaching
– The story behind Happy Work Week and the Work Week Challenge
– Memories of her first client and that most of her clients are men
– How are men and women responding to the modern workplace
– Some of the challenges in today’s workplace
Dr. Vibe ask Ray Collazo and Dr. Tommy J. Curry about The Obama Legacy And The Future Under Trump.
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Ray Collazo is a seasoned activist who is one of the foremost national experts on political activism and Latino community engagement. Collazo is currently the Political Director for a prominent national Latino Civil Rights organization.
Ray Collazo is also the host of Rays Talk Show. Rays Talk Show has become one of the recognized Podcasts for anyone interested in the Latino perspective on politics and the hottest issues impacting our communities. Collazo has been recently recognized by NPR as one of the “Top 8 Latino Podcasts” in the United States and interviewed leaders and thinkers such as Ray Suarez, Residente of Calle 13, We Grow Latina’s Rachel Matos and YouTube Sensation Jenny Lorenzo.
A Puerto Rican from North Philadelphia, he is a proud family man, married to Michelle Roman-Collazo and father to Troy and Maxwell.
Tommy J. Curry is an an Professor of Philosophy at Texas A&M University. He is a Ray A. Rothrock Fellow and has commented on social matters in venues ranging from Forbes, to Sirius XM. He is the author of over 50 articles on issues of racism, anti-Black violence, and the institutionalization of Black male death. He is working on a forthcoming books on Black male vulnerability entitled the Man-Not, and the Eschatology of Kanye West. Dr. Curry is a strong advocate and thinker for the reconceptualization of Black men and boys. He is adamant that the arguments used to justify their death and incarceration by Black and white scholars alike must be challenged.
During the conversation, Ray and Dr. Curry talked about:
– Their thoughts, Latino and African Americans thoughts on Barack Obama’s legacy
– Is there an environment for unity between Black and Latino Americans?
– Are white women allies for the Latino and American communities?
– Is there a “whitelash” in America?
– What are young people telling them about today’s America
Dr. Anita Jack-Davies is an academic and cross-cultural expert. She is currently Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at Queen’s University and founder of The Cross-Cultural Institute, a firm that specializes in creating cross-cultural curriculum materials such as online and blended courses, training programs, white papers and retreats.
While completing her doctoral studies, Dr. Jack-Davies gained experience in several administrative roles including Human Rights Advisor and Educational Developer, both at Queen’s University.
An expert in cross-cultural issues, she specializes in examining issues of equity, diversity and inclusion as they impact the changing Canadian workplace. Dr. Jack-Davies is a seasoned facilitator and offers strategic planning, training and advisory support to organizations.
She has recently launched the Badges2Bridges, an online, cross-cultural training program for law enforcement professionals in Canada and the United States and lives with her family in Kingston, Ontario. She can be contacted at anita@dranitajackdavies.com.
Dr. Jack-Davies will be live on our show tonight at 11 a.m. Eastern/8 a.m. Pacific. She will be discussing Badges2Bridges.
To watch the conversation live, please click here today at 11 a.m. Eastern/8 a.m. Pacific.
