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Inside Black Iowa Podcast Cousins "The Math Ain't Mathin': Thoughts on the Dr. Roberts Case & the State of Black Safety in IowaIn this episode of Podcast Cousins, Emili Johnson of Black Girl lowa sits down with her Podcast Cousins-Lya Williams cohost of Inside Black, Daron "360" Richardson of Brothas Gon' Work It Out, and Corey Dion Lewis of The Healthy Project Podcast-to unpack the recent arrest of Dr. lan Roberts, former superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, by ICE.Dr. Roberts is more than an educator-he is a leader, an advocate, and a symbol of excellence within the community. His arrest has shaken the Black community in Iowa and beyond, raising urgent questions about safety, justice...

2025-10-0351 min

Inside Black Iowa Preparedness in uncertain times, with security expert Diogenes AyalaIn a world of unknowns, preparation is power. Stay adaptable, stay informed, and build resilience—because uncertainty isn’t a threat, it’s an opportunity to grow stronger.

2025-08-3014 min

Inside Black Iowa Get your money right with Stoy Hall, founder of Black MammothThis Inside Black Iowa podcast episode features guest host Lya Williams and financial expert Stoy Hall, founder of Black Mammoth! Stoy will be breaking down basic financial tips to help you get your money right.

2025-07-1817 min

Inside Black Iowa Juneteenth Poetry Slam: A Celebration of Freedom with the Union of Black AmericaIn this episode of the Inside Black Iowa podcast, join guest-host Lya Williams with poet, activist, and founder of the Union of Black America, Antwonette Shade. This special event is an invitation to commemorate Juneteenth – a day of profound historical significance – and experience the dynamic intersection of artistic expression and social justice.What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19th, commemorates the effective end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, delivering the news of freedom to the last enslaved African Americans, more than two years after the E...

2025-06-1411 min

I is for Investigate Dagon - Episode 10b: "The God Maker (part 2)"Prospects look bleak for the investigators as Berkel and Marsh move their plans toward completion. However, help arrives from an unexpected quarter. A must-listen for fans of Lovecraftian fiction and Julian Simpson's "The Lovecraft Investigations." Cast (in order of appearance): Narrator: John Holmes James Gilman: James Leatherbarrow Sylvia Grant: Catrin Jones Eoghan Blakewell: Neil Brooker Henry Carlson: Benedict Daniels Benson: Neil James Rhind Tristan Elliott: John Buckett Paul Latimer: Cole Brew Tracy Douglas (lady by the East Pier): Kelly Sellars Jennifer Morgan: Michelle Perry-Brooker

2025-02-0643 min

Inside Black Iowa Western Family Farms: Celebrating its legacy, cultivating a future for Black farmers in IowaThe Western Family Farm was established in 1864. Todd Western III and his mother, Barbara Western, reflect on the family business and the challenges and joy of being Black farmers.

2024-06-2644 min

Inside Black Iowa Youth Town Halls in Des Moines a SucessRJ Miller, the executive director of Greater Opportunities, discusses the organization's work in fighting poverty and supporting low-income residents and youth in Des Moines. He emphasizes the importance of providing resources and opportunities for students and families to break the cycle of poverty. Miller shares the rewarding experiences of seeing the impact of their work, particularly in empowering students to find their voice and advocate for themselves and their peers. He also highlights the need for Black student unions in schools to celebrate and respect Black culture. Miller discusses the challenges of working within the school district and the...

2024-06-0832 min

Inside Black Iowa Semehar GhebrekidanSemehar Ghebredikan thought she'd found a dream job as a community inclusion liaison, engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion #DEI work for the city of Sioux City, Iowa. But three years later, on Feb. 21, 2024, city officials placed a pregnant Ghebredikan on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation. It happened after she filed a federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission discrimination complaint, a U.S. Government Accountability Office complaint alleging fraud in the city's Section 8 program, and a formal complaint to the city council. Ghebredikan said some of her colleagues have discriminated against and retaliated against her because she's...

2024-05-2358 min

Inside Black Iowa Project Bridging makes a difference in lives of Des Moines youthProject Bridging in Des Moines is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging the gap between potential and opportunity for females from underserved communities, offering learning experiences and resources that inspire them to forge lasting relationships, affirm their identities and engage actively in crafting a better tomorrow. Its executive director, Patricia Barbee, is the latest Inside Black Iowa podcast guest. Her mentees said she brings out "a whole other side" of them.

2024-04-3021 min

Inside Black Iowa Health care, law enforcement and the justice system should join fight against domestic violence, advocate, founder saysInside Black Iowa discussed domestic violence with the founder of Courageous Fire LLC and Courageous Access, which aim to create safe spaces for Black women dealing with domestic violence and other crises. Courageous Fire explains that Courageous Access provides direct services to help Black women and their children rebuild after leaving an abusive relationship, while Courageous Fire LLC focuses on education and training to improve understanding and support for Black women survivors. She also discusses her Disruptor Training, which aims to teach health care organizations, law enforcement, the justice system, and child protective services how to identify and disrupt...

2024-04-2224 min

Inside Black Iowa Cignature Productions In this episode of Inside Black Iowa, host Dana James interviews Craig Farley Jr., the founder of Cignature Productions. They discuss Craig's journey in the field of photography and videography, his various titles and accomplishments, and how his previous jobs have influenced his own business. Craig shares his passion for capturing special moments and helping businesses market themselves. He also talks about his plans to expand into cinematography and his experiences with collaboration and support in the Des Moines community. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of pursuing one's passion and supporting each other in the...

2024-04-0921 min

Inside Black Iowa What really happened during the summer of 2020 protests that swept through Des Moines?What really happened during the summer of 2020 protests that swept through Des Moines? Inside Black Iowa asked Just Voices Iowa. The nonprofit group has studied the protests and released The People's History magazine about the Des Moines aftermath of George Floyd's murder.

2024-04-0946 min

Breaking Barriers Black Iowa News Founder Fights for Representation and EquityAbout the Guest(s):Dana James is a prominent figure in the journalism industry, particularly championing the voice of the Black community in Iowa. She stands as the publisher and founder of Black Iowa News, which is currently the only Black-owned newspaper in Iowa. With her background as a former reporter for the Des Moines Register, Dana brings her extensive experience to the forefront in her current pursuits. Beyond her editorial capacities, she's the treasurer of the Iowa Association of Black Journalists and has vast involvement within the realm of written media, including a column titled "New...

2024-03-1451 min

Inside Black Iowa The African American Museum of Iowa LaNisha Cassell, the executive director of the African American Museum of Iowa, discusses the museum's recent renovation and upcoming exhibits. The museum, located in Cedar Rapids, aims to preserve and share Black history in Iowa. They have traveling exhibits that reach over 30,000 people annually and a website with resources and information. The museum also hosts events and programs, including a book club focused on banned books. LaNisha encourages people to visit their website, subscribe to their YouTube channel, and support their fundraising efforts.

2024-03-0517 min

The Healthy Project Podcast STEAM, Advocacy and the Aspirations of Schools with Lya WilliamsIn this episode of the Healthy Project Podcast, we get into the world of education, representation, and the power of parental involvement with special guest, Johnston School Board candidate Lya Williams. Lya is an engineer turned stay-at-home mother with a passion for STEM and education. She currently serves on Johnston School's SIAC committee. We navigate through topics such as the changing dynamics of school demographics and the significance of STEM vs. STEAM, Lya sheds light on the importance of parents being actively present and involved in their children's education. With personal anecdotes and a dash of humor, this episode...

2023-11-0230 min

Crossing It Off The Bucket List RRR : Ep 41 : Open a Restaurant in Myanmar : Lya Badg;eyRRR: Retro Rehab Replay: Episode 41 : Open a Restaurant in Myanmar : Lya BadgleyUnfortunately, our host Roger experienced a minor stroke and will be in physical rehab for the next few weeks (months), so we are playing a few of his favorite episodes until her gets back on his feet.Opening a restaurant is a scary enough proposition as it is. How about doing it a civil war torn country? Lya Badgley takes us on an amazing adventure of her experience of opening a restaurant as a foreign entity to the country...

2023-09-2923 min

Crossing It Off The Bucket List Open A Restaurant In Myanmar : Lya BadgleyOpening a restaurant is a scary enough proposition as it is. How about doing it a civil war torn country? Lya Badgley takes us on an amazing adventure of her experience of opening a restaurant as a foreign entity to the country. But Lya was not completely foreign to Myanmar, she was born there to American parents. Learn how her being an outsider and insider to the Burmese culture helped her and her team establish a successful for year old eating establishment. To connect with Lya about any questions you might have:Website...

2022-08-1223 min

Living Free in Tennessee - Nicole Sauce Getting Started with Crypto CurrencyBTC is above 17k today. Great time to buy, right? Well maybe not, but it is a great time to get to know how to use cryptocurrency at a very basic level. So many people are confused about it that I thought I would do the 101 --- scratch that 00 level of using it. A word on social networks. Sign up for this Saturday's Webinar: Canning Green Beans: https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/2020/11/16/canning-green-beans-with-nicole-sauce/ Holler Neighbor Livestream 7pm Thursday: https://youtu.be/Lya-xtvbQns What's Up in the Garden Jenni/Indoor Growing Winter...

2020-11-1948 min

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The Total Spectrum - TSS DJ ARCH Soulful House (Mix#235)Consider making a donation to this podcast here: PayPal.Me/deejarch CashApp $deejarch Venmo @deejarch Your donations help keep this podcast running. Want to see the video recording of this podcast? Check: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/610315529 Please leave a comment if you are enjoying this podcast. Share share. My mobile app is available on all platforms at http://bit.lya/djarchapp Get the DJ ARCH APP FREE today! http://bit.ly/djarchapp http://bit.ly/djarchitunes If you would like to donate to this podcast and be an executive producer for one of the most popular soulful house podcasts...

2020-05-042h 04

The Total Spectrum - TSS DJ ARCH Soulful House (Mix #231)Please leave a comment if you are enjoying this podcast. Share share. Consider making a donation to this podcast here: www.PayPal.Me/deejarch Your donations help keep this podcast running. My mobile app is available on all platforms at http://bit.lya/djarchapp Like what you hear? Drop a comment and let me know! Get the DJ ARCH APP FREE today! http://bit.ly/djarchapp http://bit.ly/djarchitunes If you would like to donate to this podcast and be an executive producer for one of the most popular soulful house podcasts on the Internet, you may do so...

2020-04-062h 04

Get Lost In An Spellbinding Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Assassin Years by Melody RyanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/242804to listen full audiobooks. Title: Assassin Years Author: Melody Ryan Narrator: Lya Morrissette Format: mp3 Length: 6 hrs Release date: 11-12-19 Ratings: Not rated yet Genres: Time Travel Publisher's Summary: In October 1968, teenager Denise Reid falls asleep one evening just like every night. So does Taylor Williams, also 17 years old, in October, 2012. In the morning, they discover they exchanged personalities. Denise wakes up in 2012 in Taylor's body. Taylor now occupies Denise's body and time. Each must learn to cope with the 44 year-switch. And each attends a presidential campaign speech central to a European billionaire's...

2019-11-1230 min

DJ BASSBOY CHICAGO Summer of George 2018/Chicago1. Ozuna - Si No Te Quiere (DJDX Remix) (Acapella In) (Short Edit) 2. Maluma - El Prestamo (CarloKou Break Edit) 3. Maluma - Borro Cassette (Joaquin Remix) 4. Maluma - Felices Los 4 (DJEfe Edit) 5. Nicky Jam Ft J. Balvin - X (MMK Club Rework Lya Video) 6. Kevin Roldan - Cuando Sales Sola 7. DMX - Get It On The Floor (DJ Valid Kimchi Bootleg) (Team BPM Edit) 8. Maluma Ft. Prince Royce - Hangover 9. Enrique Iglesias & Pitbull - Move To Miami (Starjack Moomba Rework Reel V-Edit) 10. J. Alvares - La Pregunta (DJ Retrox Ft DJ Vitti Edit) 11. The Weeknd Ft. Daft Punk - Starboy...

2018-09-0650 min