My Mortality Matters: The Voices And Lives Of Black Men podcast

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Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…

My Mortality Matters: The Voices and Lives of Black Men

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Black men throughout history have been subjected to acts of violence, social injustices, racism, police brutality, internalized homophobia, and discrimination. Historically, Black men have been treated less than humans by many systems designed to protect them, such as criminal justice, educational, medical, and mental health. This podcast will focus on the lived experiences of Black men by exploring racism, discrimination, sexuality, and relationships. The voices of Black men will be amplified as they share stories of their lives.

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The Case of Brandon Calloway- Black man beaten by police in Oakland, Tennessee 54:27

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I had the opportunity to interview the attorneys Mrs. Ruby Wharton and Andre Wharton about their client Brandon Calloway. Brandon was severely beaten and arrested by the police of Oakland, Tennessee in July as a result of his failure to stop for a traffic violation. His attorneys recount the incident that leads to Brandon's brutal police assault and arrest. They also discuss the toll that this incident has taken on Brandon's mental health. Additionally, Mrs. Ruby Wharton discusses how along with her husband they raised their sons and the joy she has that her sons are part of the family's law firm. *** Since the taping of this interview, the grand jury decided not to indict the police officers, and Brandon's attorneys have requested that the US Department of Justice takes his case. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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Min Glenn Wilson Episode 2 1:27:41

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In my second interview with Min Glenn Wilson, we pick up where we left off while covering new ground. In this candid conversation, we talk about mass incarceration, gun violence, Brittany Griner, the impact of mental health, and the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v Wade. Min. Wilson is a man of wisdom, intentionality, truth, and integrity. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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There Is So Much To Talk About With Minister Glen Wilson 1:06:10

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I was humbled and honored to get a few minutes to talk with Min. Glen Wilson. Min. Wilson is a man of wisdom, intentionality, truth, and integrity. This is a conversation that I will always remember, in this candid conversation Min. Wilson discusses his parental upbringing, his battle with drug addiction, how he maintains recovery, his relationship with God, and his hope for the world. Born in Philadelphia to Dr. Wade and Naomi Wilson who are both deceased. Min. Wilson was schooled primarily in Philadelphia schools and graduated high school in the suburbs. He graduated from Cheyney State College( now University) in 1970. After graduation, Min. Wilson taught various grades and in several school districts from 1970-1987. Since recovery, he's worked as an outpatient drug and alcohol counselor, a research technician for a Ph.D studying the risk behaviors for contracting HIV by injection drug users, an investigator of child sexual abuse allegations for DHS, and now a Family Advocate at The Philadelphia Children’s Alliance for children and families who are victims of sexual abuse. Min. Wilson began my relationship with Jesus at Emmanuel Institutional Baptist Church in 1993 under the tutelage of Pastor Daniels. He allowed me to teach in various settings in the church. In 2001, Min. Wilson and his wife Karen joined Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church under Rev Dr. Alyn E Waller. Min. Wilson answered the call into ministry in 2003. He serves on the prison Ministry and teaches adult Sunday School classes at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church. Min. Wilson served on the subcommittee of The Mayor of Philadelphia Opioid Task Force. He is a member of Bryn Mawr College’s Institutional Review Board, serves as a police chaplain in the 19thDistrict, and serves as a Community Ambassador for the FBI, DEA, and HSI as a graduate of their Community Academies. Min. Wilson and his lovely wife Karen have been married for 23 years. They have a blended family of four children, Edwina and Gerry ( deceased), and Bill and his wife Ali. We have 6 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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Let's Get Into It With Morgan E. Wilson, Jr 1:06:18

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This is an episode that you will want to hear, through this conversation Morgan and I get into the details of his upbringing, defining moments that shaped his life, some glaring moments of racism that he faced, how he navigated corporate America, and his passion for entrepreneurship and helping others. Morgan E. Wilson Jr. is the former Director of Agency Affairs for Kaplan Higher Education and has over 30 years as a B to C sales professional. Twenty of those years have been in the proprietary school industry and ten years in the insurance and financial services industry. During his career with John Hancock Financial Services as a captive and independent agent, he obtained securities licenses (Series 6 & 63) for financial planning and established a lucrative book of business. With respect to the proprietary school industry, Mr. Wilson’s accomplishments have been numerous; consistently he’s received Admissions Counsel for excellence, Circle of Excellence awards, and the prestigious Campus Pillar award for his vision in advancing agency contract development with Kaplan Higher Education and the state of Pennsylvania’s Welfare to Work and Workforce Development efforts. In January of 2014, Mr. Wilson transitioned from Kaplan and in 2016 decided to lend his management and entrepreneurial skills to his wife, Author and Relationship Therapist Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson, former Director of Clinical Training at Drexel University. He is now the COO of F.A.I.T.H Connects and Co-founder of Connections Matter LLC and more recently, Co-founder of a non-profit MHFC (Mental Health First Connects) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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A Conversation With "The Brow King" Nicck Townsend 43:57

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In this episode, I had a riveting, authentic, and life-changing conversation with Nicck Townsend. Nicck Townsend is a licensed Master Aesthetician, an award-winning professional Makeup & Eyebrow Artist servicing Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Nicck has over 10 years of experience working in print, television, special event, and bridal makeup. Nicck’s work has been recognized by Philadelphia Magazines (Best Makeup-Application, 2008) and Philadelphia Magazines (Best Eyebrow Shaping, 2013). Nicck is the Beauty Director for international bridal designer SAREH NOUIR’s 2016 collection. Nicck Townsend changes clients client’s lives. He changes the way they look, the way they feel, and the way they treat themselves. His artistry is an enduring gift of beauty. Website: Niccktowsend.com (Links to an external site.) Instagram:@niccktowsendsalon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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What happens now? After the Derek Chavin guilty verdicts with Mr. Charlie Lewis 1:07:14

4 years之前1:07:14

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In this episode, I have an eye-opening and riveting conversation with Mr. Charlie Lewis, a real estate broker in New York City and host of The Charlie Lewis Show. Charlie opens up about his feelings and thoughts around Derek Chavin's guilty verdicts in the death of George Floyd. Charlie also discusses a personal encounter with the police that is both troubling and shocking. He will share with you have microaggressions, racism and discrimination have impacted his life. Through this sometimes difficult conversation, there is laughter and expressions of joy, because Charlie Lewis is a Black man that believes "You Should Love The Way You Live"!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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A conversation with Nafis Willams better known as “Nafisthebarber” 45:36

4 years之前45:36

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The barbershop is the rite of passage for all Black boys and Black men. The barber has represented a form of “ therapy “ for some Black men. As a therapist, I know that therapists are “holders” of secrets and the barber in some cases is a “holder” of secrets too. In this conversation, Nafis and I navigate through the complexity, triumphs, life lessons, questions, and experiences that have shaped his life and the lives of other Black men. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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The Voices of Dancers 43:47

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My guest on this episode is three amazing dancers; Zane Booker, Tommie-Waheed Evans, and Meredith Rainey. The conversation is riveting, honest, transparent, heartfelt, and liberating. Their truth about racism, discrimination, internalized homophobia, sexuality, and pride will make you want to hear more of their stories. Zane Booker has performed in many companies including Philadanco, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and Netherlands Dance Theater, just to name a few. He is most proud of the works and programs made for the Smoke, Lilies and Jade Arts Initiative, founded with Elaine and Brandi Booker in 2006 to raise HIV/AIDS awareness and honor dancers who lost their battle with the plague. In 2016, Mr. Booker created ZBE Productions through which he provides administrative and creative services. ZBE has worked as an artistic advisor and grant consultant with artists including John Dowell, Terrance Gore, and Philandanco. Recently, Intentionally Theatrical Conversations (ITC): a new performance and community engagement project was produced with and for SELF Inc, it highlights the talents of the homeless community. For more information: https://youtu.be/g0Fsmr_NL1w Tommie-Waheed Evans is a proud recipient of the 2019 Princess Grace Honoria Award in Choreography. Born and raised in Los Angeles, began his formal training with Michelle Blossom at the Dance Connection. He continued his studies under the mentorship of Andrea Calomee and Karen McDonald at Hamilton High School before receiving a fellowship at the Ailey School, and a Master of Fine Arts in Choreography from Jacksonville University. His professional appearances include the popular sitcom; The Parkers, the Emmy Awards, HopeBoykinDance, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Lula Washington Dance Theater, The Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO) and Complexions Contemporary Ballet. He has created works for BalletX, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, PHILADANCO, Verb Ballets, Ballet Memphis, The University of the Arts, and Boston Conservatory at Berklee, among others. He is currently working on commissions with Lula Washington Dance Theatre and Louisville Ballet. In 2006 Tommie founded his Philadelphia-based company, Waheed-Works. For more information visit: www.tommie-waheed.com Meredith Rainey began dancing at 15 in his hometown of Fort Lauderdale. In 1985 he joined the Milwaukee Ballet. In 1987, he was invited to join the newly formed Pennsylvania-Milwaukee Ballet, remaining with the Pennsylvania Ballet when the collaboration ended—the majority of the time as a soloist—until his retirement in 2006. Among other awards and fellowships, Meredith has been the recipient of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Fellowship (1995 & 2002), the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Artist as Catalyst Grant (2001), the Independence Foundation Fellowship in the Arts (2002), a finalist for the Pew Fellowship in the Arts (2003), and a Pew Center for Arts and Heritage Grant (2010). Meredith has been commissioned to create works for Pennsylvania Ballet, Ballet X, Delaware Ballet, Hubbard Street 2, National Ballet De Cali, Danse4Nia Repertory Ensemble, and institutions such as The University of the Arts, Drexel University, Stockton University, Goucher College, Swarthmore College, and Bryn Mawr College. His work has been performed in North and South America and throughout Spain. For information visit: www.meredithrainey.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mymortalitymatters/message…

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This is me 1:12

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