Mightier Than A Sword W/ John Green

It's always good to consider what direction our lives are taking. Why do we do what we do, what is truly driving us?  Whatever path we are on or decide to pursue will ultimately help shape our legacy....  Something To Consider: The fight for civil rights was a fight about legacy. Having the right to define, create and determine one's life purpose, free from discriminatory practices...... What fight are we engaged in are you fighting for your legacy? 

Join the conversation Who Do Men Say I Am? The issue of identity, how others see you and how we see ourselves are things many of us think about from time to time. For some the questions of identity and who they are is cut and dry for others not as clear and continues to evolve... To Read: http://elitedaily.com/life/culture/im-not-african-american-im-black-racial-labels-matter/1008819/   "I am America. I am the part you won't recognise. But get used to me. Black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own; get used to me."  Muhammad Ali  

Does success require minorities to become color blind?

Join us as we raise the following questions: Could the challenge of many relationships begin with how we choose to use our words? What does it mean to affirm someone and how best can we use affirmation in our marriages and relationships? How do we respond during the difficult moments and what should we be mindful of when it comes to protecting our relationships? Do you find the observance of valentine's day to be important in our efforts to affirm our love for one another?   

Join us today as we explore the issue of leadership:   What is leadership and what makes a leader a leader?   Is there a ethical and moral component  that must be fulfill to qualify you as a leader?   What is effective leadership and how do  we determine if a leader is effective?

You don't want to miss this show about money, values and class... If you ever wondered...... Who are the middle-class? What do they value? How is the middle-class sustained? Is money the ONLY factor or concern of the middle-class? What aspect does money play in our lives ? These are just a few of the questions we will explore.....

Join us today at 5:30 CST as the conversation continues.... We will explore issues of gender and masculinity……. What men are taught about man... To have your thoughts, views and opinions heard call 718-508-9533 press #1 to share your ideas.  You can also click below to listen…. #mtas   Questions to consider Should a man’s self-worth be connected to his net-worth? Who makes the rules nature or society?

Join us today 5:30 CST as we explore the question: How much money will it take to fix our relationships and homes? “What matters for success is less whether your father was rich or poor than whether you knew your father at all.” Lawrence Mead To share your thoughts 718-508-9533 Press #1 or you can simply listen by clicking below…    To Read: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/what-patrick-moynihan-knew-about-the-importance-of-two-parents/2015/03/13/2cdf9bae-c9a4-11e4-aa1a-86135599fb0f_story.html   Questions to consider: Do we have little faith in marriage today or see it as inconsequential to the overall well-being of our children and community?  Should premarital and family planning classes be more readily available to encourage and promote healthy relationships leading to marriage? What characteristics must be present in the lives of men who desire to be great fathers and husbands? Do Black women have a role to play in fixing and stabilizing their families and communities?    

This is a rebroadcast...... Group economics and group politics how do you understand these ideas and do others engage in these practices to further their interest in keeping their families stabled and neighborhoods safe? 

Join us today 5:30 CST as we explore the question: What is an owner mentality and are there advantages to thinking this way?   To read: http://money.cnn.com/2015/08/19/smallbusiness/minority-women-entrepreneur/ http://www.npc.umich.edu/publications/policy_briefs/brief12/ http://www.educatingtoday.com/do-you-have-an-ownership-mindset/      

Join us today for a pre-recorded show as we discuss the concerns of the middle-class, the path to middle-class and determine if money is the only component part that defines middle-class.....  You don't want to miss this opportunity to add to your understanding..... Questions to consider: What are some of your interest and concerns? Do you see joining the ranks of the middle-class to be an accomplishment?  How do you protect your dreams, values, and assets? Listen to determine if your interest and thinking is aligned with those that are considered and make up the middle-class.....  

Join us today 5:30 CST as we explore the topic of gender intelligence, understanding and respecting differences. I am sure many of us have heard the term be a man or man up but when we say that what are we really saying and how is that message received.....   We will consider questions surrounding gender intelligence, gender expectation and challenges that are created as a result of gender confusion....... Questions to consider: Be a man what is that and how do men react when this idea of manhood is challenge? Could gender intelligence help reduce violence? Could gender intelligence be the answer to police brutality and hyper-masculinity? Have you considered that one of the most dangerous things you can say to a boy is be a man? Did we see gender dynamics being displayed during the police stop of Sandra Bland? To view: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hc45-ptHMxo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVI1Xutc_Ws

Join us today 5:30 CST as we raise the question: Finding perfection and purpose in a world of imperfection.....   Protecting your vision and managing expectations……   To read:   http://www.huffingtonpost.com/pamela-boccia-/accepting-imperfection-in-a-social-media-world_b_7789844.html To Read:   http://www.theroot.com/articles/politics/2015/04/black_men_are_missing_tell_us_something_we_don_t_know.html To think about: When you consider Ferguson, Baltimore and now we see Sandra Bland dying while in custody does this challenge the idea of freedom, justice and equality?   What does it take to face society and its imperfections and still find purpose and beauty?   

Join us today 5:30 CST as we discuss books: How does thinking and having clarity of thoughts help us accomplish our goals? Listen to this pre-recorded book discussion of Outwitting the devil as we share thoughts and ideas about overcoming the metaphoric devil... In this discussion we ask and answer the below questions: To listen call-718 508 -9533 ... What does it mean to live in fear? What does it mean to live in ignorance? What is the key to moving past of human limitation? Great exchange of ideas you don't want to miss....

Join us today at 5:30 CST as we raise the question:  Many million dollar lottery winners go broke what could possibly go wrong? We will also discuss other factors surrounding immediate gratification: How important is it  to connect and have the right people in your circle or network when building wealth and trying to hold on to it? Add your voice add your thoughts....  Check out article http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2013/08/25/what-not-to-do-lottery-winners/2696845/    

Join us today 5:30 CST as we raise the question:   50 years since the asasination of Malcolm X does his words still have relevance?   His funeral was held on February 27, 1965 at Faith Temple Church of God in New York City. "All of us sitting here tonight, men and women, black and white, can stand a little taller because a man like Malcolm X walked on our earth, lived in our midst, smiled his smile on the face of Harlem," said Ossie Davis, an actor, director, writer and social activist, in a speech delivered at the funeral   "You are not suppose to be so blind with Patriotism that you can't face reality. Wrong is wrong no matter who says it."   " Im for truth no matter who tells it, Im for justice no matter who its for or against".   Malcolm X   http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/fifty-years-after-his-death-malcolm-x-speaks-to-the-current-moment/2015/02/19/4dba5ca4-091e-4303-b3ee-6a655c583655_story.html      

Ending racism, sexism and discriminatory practices have we  accomplished these aims or must they remain S.M.A.R.T  Goals for the African-American community?

How can we rebuild the Black Family if nearly 90% of Black Males by 8th grade are not reading at grade level?   How much funding will it take to address this concern and what must parents do?

Join us for our second discussion of  our quarterly book selection 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Why is it that some fail while others succeed not because of their circumstances or conditions but their habits..... Join us for our monthly book discussion as we create new habits of reading consistently and sharing with others as we learn, grow and develope.