Tag Archives: visionaries and truthtellers

Day Five – Kicking the Sugar Pimp in the Groceries for Thirty Days

Ever have that feeling that the stars have aligned and the universe has your back? This is how I’m feeling day five of my sugar free quest. No unrelenting temptations or fooling myself by vowing to start again later. And here’s the best part… I’ve met a wonderful colleague, a brilliant visionary, who joined me… Read More »

Day Four – Kicking the Sugar Pimp in the Groceries for Thirty Days

Great news all! I started what was a stressful day that could have led me straight to the cookies. Instead, I opted for a brief conversation and some deep breathing. The result- I won the sugar battle day one and two and three. Before you get too excited keep this in mind. Food manufacturers put… Read More »

Buffy Summers Would be Proud of How We’re Dealing with The Hell Mouth

When I have felt bad about myself or some life changing decision that I screwed up (when you are 20-25 every decision carries a healthy dose of doom and gloom), it is rarely about what us presently going on. Instead, I am worked up because of a past decision. What I am suggesting is an… Read More »

Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents: Moon – singer, songwriter and filmmaker (video)

These young folks are out here doing big thangs. Meet Moon – singer, songwriter, filmmaker. She’s a young Compton resident teaching her community of storytelling and representation. Listen as we discuss homeschooling, her creative process and the joy of finding your calling at sixteen.

Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents: Marquis Olison, Founder of Vote Plan 2020 (video)

Marquis and I met at an L.A. Gang Reduction Convention and hit it off immediately. We’re both passionate about living well designed lives, changing our life patterns, mastering our minds and supporting people as they reinvent their worlds and push toward self actualization. Take a peek. This man has worked with President Obama. Please share… Read More »

Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents: Laura Cathcart Robbins, Host of The Only One in the Room Podcast (video)

Today, I talk with podcaster and storyteller, Laura Cathcart Robbins. Listen in as we discuss raising children, sobriety, creativity and why being the only one in the room is both troubling and exciting. If you enjoy this video please tell your friends and share this page.

Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents: Ben Johnson Jr. Filmmaker and Storyteller (video)

In the latest in my series “Visionaries and Truthtellers” I talk with scriptwriter Ben Johnson Jr. Ben is s filmmaker, writer, artist and dad of four. Have a listen as we discuss raising children, lovingly supporting their creative endeavors and why it’s never too late to accomplish your dreams and uplift humanity. If you enjoy… Read More »

Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents: Shariya’ Gray – The Black-Matician (video)

In the latest in my series “Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents” I talk with Shariya’ Gray – The Black-Matician. If you enjoy this video please tell your friends and share this page.

Six Stupid Money Mistakes That Keep You Broke and Courting Homelessness

Psst.. I have a secret to share. I’ve dabbled in Six Stupid Money Mistakes that kept me broke and courting homelessness. Money is scary, confusing and a topic most of us avoid and obsess about. Here’s my offer of hope and the belief that you can recreate your life despite disastrous money mistakes. Money makes us… Read More »

Visionaries and Truthtellers Presents: From The Price is Right to HIV activist (video)

Mark S. King is a writer, activist and overall great guy. We met a decade ago and he encouraged me to share my thoughts (on life as a black, gay middle aged man) online. Mark continues to challenge all forms of domination. Recently, the Association of LGBTQ journalists presented King with the Sarah Pettit Memorial Award for the LGBTQ… Read More »