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We Are Speaking PodcastWe Are Speaking Weekly PodcastWe are revising the Branding and Marketing Academy Website to make it even more valuable for you! The links and QR Code will be available again next week. Thanks so much for your patience. Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2024-06-0527 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top Five News Stories This WeekSeason 3, Episode #71 January 13, 2024In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the top five news stories and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes feature available on the web, or the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! ALSO! Scroll to the end to read a summary of the podcast along with a timeline outline!Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding...2024-01-1429 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top Three News Stories This WeekSeason 3, Episode #70 January 6, 2024In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss three top news stories and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! ALSO! Scroll to the end to read a summary of the podcast along with a timeline outline!Our paid subscribers and the Global...2024-01-0620 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe W.A.S. Podcast is on HiatusDecember 16, 2023Recently, Substack has had some technical difficulties uploading longer audio files like our 30-minute podcast.So we’re putting our podcast on hiatus until the 1st Saturday of January, ironically, January 6, 2024, for Season 3.Thank you so much for your support as a free or paid subscriber!Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you. If you find this podcast informational and valuable, you can financially support us by subscribing at the paid level for no more than $5/month. Ge...2023-12-1600 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top Five News Stories This WeekSeason 2, Episode #68 December 9, 2023We apologize for the delayed publishing of this post. Substack had some technical difficulties with the new audio upload functionality.In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss five top news stories and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! ALSO! Scroll...2023-12-1330 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top Five News Stories This WeekSeason 2, Episode #67 November 18, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss five top news stories and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! ALSO! Scroll to the end to read a summary of the podcast along with a timeline outline!Our paid subscribers and the Global...2023-11-1830 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top Five News Stories This WeekSeason 2, Episode #66 November 11, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss five top news stories and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! ALSO! Scroll to the end to read a summary of the podcast along with a timeline outline!Our paid subscribers and the Global...2023-11-1129 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top Five News Stories This WeekSeason 2, Episode #65 November 4, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss five top news stories and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you. If you find this podcast informational and valuable...2023-11-0432 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublicans in Disarray and Other Crises This WeekSeason 2, Episode #63 October 7, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the dysfunctional Republican caucus in the House of Representatives and other news from this past week. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you. If you...2023-10-0732 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Implications of a Government ShutdownSeason 2, Episode #62 September 30, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the impending government shutdown. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is blaming the President, the Senate, and everyone else except himself. An agreement was made last spring, and McCarthy reneged. This is ALL on him. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!NOW! When you click to listen, check out the tab for a full written transcript of the podcast! Our paid...2023-09-3031 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Top 7 Republican Presidential CandidatesSeason 2, Episode #61 September 23, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the seven candidates who have qualified for the next Republican presidential debate. We know how bad Trump is, but the rest of them are bad, too!What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you.Click the links below for more information:The...2023-09-2331 min
We Are Speaking PodcastWhy we're Ridin' with Biden and Harris!Season 2, Episode #60 September 16, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam feel that it is incumbent upon us to ensure that support the current president and vice president and look past the media bias that treats Trump as a regular candidate.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you.Click the links below for...2023-09-1629 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRace Massacres in America in the 19th and 20th CenturiesSeason 2, Episode #59 August 26, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam feel that it is incumbent upon us to ensure that the true history of America, including the “bad” parts is taught and exposed. So this week, we are presenting a list of Race Massacres of the 19th and 20th Centuries.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you...2023-08-2629 min
We Are Speaking PodcastTop Five Achievements of the Biden-Harris AdministrationSeason 2, Episode #59 August 19, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam encourage listeners to ignore the quadruply-indicted, twice-impeached, liable for sexual assault and rape, two-time popular-vote loser, and disgraced former president and instead learn about and promote the multiple achievements of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section, in the Notes feature available on the web, or in the app with your subscription!Our paid subscribers and the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy bring this podcast to you.2023-08-1930 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThis Week's Five Top News StoriesSeason 2, Episode #58 August 12, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss their choices of the top five news events of the past week.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section or in the Notes feature available on the web or in the app with your subscription!This podcast is brought to you by our paid subscribers and by the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy.Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is...2023-08-1232 min
We Are Speaking PodcastA Journalist and An Educator Discuss Today's Political LandscapeSeason 2, Episode #56 August 5, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss in detail, their separate points of view, navigating today’s political climate and what we all can and should do.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section or in the Notes feature available on the web or in the app with your subscription!This podcast is brought to you by our paid subscribers and by the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy.Click the links below for more information:Thank you fo...2023-08-0529 min
We Are Speaking PodcastJoe Biden's Very Good WeekSeason 2, Episode #55 July 15, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss in detail how and why President Joe Biden and the Democrats had a very good week, and how the Republicans are still trying to destroy our democracy.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Comments section or in the Notes feature available on the web or in the app with your subscription!This podcast is brought to you by our paid subscribers and by the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy.Click the links below for...2023-07-1529 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublicans: Bad, Democrats: Good!Season 2, Episode #54 July 8, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss in detail how the Republicans are still trying to destroy our democracy, and the Democrats are putting in the work to improve the lives of ordinary, regular Americans. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it and if you refer...2023-07-0830 min
We Are Speaking PodcastYes, the current Supreme Court IS "illegitimate!"Season 2, Episode #53 July 1, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss in detail one topic: the current Supreme Court. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it and if you refer people who subscribe, you can receive up to six months of a free paid subscription yourself. ...2023-07-0131 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublican Response to Trump Indictment, the C.R.O.W.N. Act, and JuneteenthSeason 2, Episode #52 June 17, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss three topics: the Republication response to the Trump indictment, the C.R.O.W.N. Act, and the history of Juneteenth.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to We...2023-06-1729 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe SCOTUS Ruling & the US v Donald TrumpSeason 2, Episode #51 June 10, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the recent SCOTUS surprise positive decision with the Voting Rights Act and the indictment: United States v Donald J. Trump.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to We Are...2023-06-1029 min
We Are Speaking PodcastClimate Change is REALSeason 2, Episode #50 May 27, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the formation of the EPA and the Clean Water Act, and how conservatives and SCOTUS decisions are destroying the guardrails for combating climate change.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it. Get full...2023-05-2729 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublicans Acting Badly AGAIN!Season 2, Episode #49 May 20, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss five of the Republicans’ missteps out of the many, just this week. Then they offer 5 ways Democrats can make sure we win now through November 2024.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it. Get fu...2023-05-2031 min
We Are Speaking PodcastSeditious Conspiracies!Season 2, Episode #48 May 6, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the history of seditious conspiracies and the recent convictions of several Jan 6 insurrectionists.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-05-0629 min
We Are Speaking PodcastFor Republicans, the cruelty is the pointSeason 2, Episode #47 April 29, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the current abortion debate, why abortion must be thought of as “women’s health care,” and some of the other ways the Republicans are quickly eliminating our human rights.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information:Thank you for listening to this podcast. This episode is public so feel free to share it. 2023-04-2929 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Dominion Lawsuit and the Debt Ceiling CrisisSeason 2, Episode #46 April 22, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the details of the settlement of the lawsuit where Dominion Voting Systems sued Fox for defamation and the coming crisis of voting to lift the debt ceiling for the American and global economies.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments or in the Notes section available on the web or in the app with your subscription!Click the links below for more information: Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack...2023-04-2229 min
We Are Speaking PodcastAre we entering into a "New Reconstruction Era" for our politics?Season 2, Episode #45 April 15, 2023In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss how the actions of the extreme MAGA Republicans are driving the Democrats toward making a new Reconstruction in our politics.The fundraiser for the Justins is temporarily closed. Watch this space for more info.What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments!Click the links below for more information: Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-04-1530 min
We Are Speaking PodcastAmerica Moves Closer to Authoritarianism, Fascism, and Anti-Democratic PoliciesSeason 2, Episode #44 April 8, 2023In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss everything that went on this week, from successful elections to indictments to legislative expulsions to far-right activist judges.What are your thoughts about what happened this week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!Our Sponsor: Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-04-0830 min
We Are Speaking PodcastAn Indictment and An ElectionSeason 2, Episode 43 April 1, 2023In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the indictment of the 45th president of the United States and the importance of the April 4 election for a new Supreme Court Justice in Wisconsin that will affect all of us.What are your thoughts about what happened this week and what will happen next week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-04-0129 min
We Are Speaking PodcastKeith and Pam's Other Creative VenturesSeason 2, Episode 42 March 25, 2023In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss some of the other creative events they’ve experienced recently. So much fun!Did you enjoy learning about some of the other things we do? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-03-2530 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Biden Budget Proposal to Benefit Most AmericansSeason 2, Episode 41 March 11, 2023President Joe Biden submitted his budget proposal on March 9, 2023, as promised. The Republicans did not.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the Biden budget proposal and the Republican response. Spoiler alert: Repubs said NO!Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-03-1131 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Politics of Power OutagesSeason 2, Episode 40 March 4, 2023As we record this episode the metro Detroit area is experiencing 100s of 1000s of people without power—AGAIN. We are also experiencing the rare “thunder snow,” a snowstorm with thunder and lightning.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the expected and unexpected reasons for so many power outages in the United States. We should be better than this.Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-03-0430 min
We Are Speaking PodcastJoe's Big WeekSeason 2, Episode 39 Politics February 25, 2023In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss Joe Biden’s surprising and triumphant visit to Kyiv on Monday prior to his speech to the NATO Allies on Tuesday.They also remind people of the 3rd party “lost cause” interference during the 2016 election that allowed Trump to win the Electoral College despite losing the popular vote.Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-02-2528 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe LVII Super BowlSeason 2, Episode 38 February 18, 2023Super Bowl LVII was played on Sunday, February 12, 2023. It was an exciting game.The pre-game show included a performance of “Lift Ev’ry Voice And Sing,” also known as the '“Black National Anthem” by Emmy award-winning singer and actor Sheryl Lee Ralph. The halftime show featured actual billionaire Rihanna.The right wing went crazy because Black History and Culture were featured.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam have a vigorous discussion on all sides of this “debate.” Get full access to We A...2023-02-1828 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe 2023 SOTU AddressSeason 2, Episode 37 February 11, 2023This week at the annual State of the Union (SOTU) Address, President Joe Biden showed that he can give it as well as take it. Meanwhile, even House Speaker Kevin McCarthy couldn’t control the classless crazies in the MAGA wing of his caucus.The SOTU response given by Republican Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders was so bad, even Steve Bannon said it bombed.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam give their thoughts about all of that. Get full access to We Are Speaking at...2023-02-1130 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublican Hypocrisy Running RampantSeason 2, Episode #36 February 4, 2023In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the ongoing hypocrisy of today’s Republican party, especially now with the very slim House majority under Barely Speaker Kevin McCarty (R-CA). We also talk about how the Republicans are deliberately conflating the debt ceiling issue. It is not about “spending…” it is about making sure the US fulfills its obligations and cutting back on unnecessary military spending. Let us know in the comments or W.A.S. Chat Forum what you think.“We Are Speaking” is a reader-sup...2023-02-0431 min
We Are Speaking PodcastCRT, the 1619 Project, and Memphis PDSeason 2, Episode #35 January 28, 2023In this 30-minute episode, in preparation for Black History Month that begins on February 1, 2023, Keith and Pam discuss the true meaning of “Critical Race Theory” and “The 1619 Project,” not what the right-wingers have tried to tell us they mean.We also talk about the latest (but unfortunately, not the last) murder of an innocent Black man at the hands of police. This time, the accused officers are all Black.Tyre D. Nichols was an amateur photographer, dedicated to capturing beauty and truth in all its forms. He was looking...2023-01-2828 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Case for Reparations for African AmericansSeason 2, Episode #34 January 21, 2023In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the continuing discussion of reparations for African Americans starting with just before the end of the Civil War up to the present day.For reference, here is the January 17, 2023 “40 Acres and a Mule” article that gives some historical background. The article is free to read until January 23, 2023.Keith and Pam also discuss some events where attempts at reparations have been made. Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2023-01-2130 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Biden Classified Documents “Scandal” and Black Lives Don’t Matter to the LAPDSeason 2, Episode 32 January 14, 2023In this week’s 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam first talk about the false equivalency between the classified documents Trump stole from NARA and refused to give back, and the classified documents Biden’s staff found and immediately reported and returned.In the 2nd half of this episode, Keith and Pam discuss the murder of three non-white men at the hands of the Los Angeles Police Department in just the first three days of 2023. Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subs...2023-01-1430 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe House in ChaosSeason 2, Episode 32 January 7, 2023Happy New Year!Watching the chaos last week that led to the election of Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) as the newest Speaker of the House was a lesson in dysfunction and appeasement on the part of the Republican Party, and also a lesson in unity and leadership from Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and the Democrats.In this 30-minute episode, our first episode for 2023, we discuss what happened this past week and what the situation may mean for the next two years in the 118th Congress.I am also...2023-01-0731 min
We Are Speaking PodcastFirst they came for the journalists...Season 1, Episode 31 December 17, 2022Happy Holidays and Happy 11th Birthday to our one and only Grandson, Rylee!So many news items this week, but we are discussing the history of journalism in America and the current attempts by some authoritarian wannabees to control journalists.Keith is an award-winning journalist and I started on Twitter in 2008. In this 30-minute episode, our last episode for 2022, we discuss the rise and fall of journalism with Ida B. Wells-Barnett and Elon Musk.You can find this podcast on our app and on Apple and...2022-12-1732 min
We Are Speaking PodcastOur Holiday Traditions Yesterday and TodaySeason 1, Episode 30 December 10, 2022Happy Holidays! In today’s 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam reminisce about celebrating the holidays when they were children, including the difference between growing up as an only child (Keith) and as one of four sisters (Pam).Celebrating now as “empty-nesters” is quite different. Listen as Keith and Pam talk about joyful things amidst all of the doom and gloom these days.The podcast is also available on many of your favorite podcast players.“We Are Speaking” is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and podcas...2022-12-1031 min
We Are Speaking PodcastTwo Topics: Ukraine and the 2024 PrimariesSeason 1, Episode #29 December 3, 2022In this week’s 30-minute episode of the “We Are Speaking” podcast, Keith and Pam discuss 1) why defending and assisting Ukraine should be important to us as Americans, and 2) the decision by President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) to restructure the 2024 primary season, replacing Iowa with South Carolina as the first primary state.This podcast is brought to you by the wonderful paid subscribers to “We Are Speaking” and our company, the Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy (GCCBMA). We offer branding and marketing training, products, and servic...2022-12-0328 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe 2022 Midterm Elections: Our ThoughtsSeason 1, Episode #28 November 12, 2022The 2022 Midterm Elections are almost over. At the time of this podcast episode, the votes in some very close elections are still being counted. But the predicted “Red Wave” turned into a “Red TRICKLE.” In this 30-minute episode, Keith, an experienced and award-winning journalist, and Pam, a retired history teacher, discuss the results of the midterms so far, and also the role of the media before and during the election season.The Global Creative Community Branding and Marketing Academy (GCC BMA) brings this podcast to you. We offer online t...2022-11-1229 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublican Plans, Twitter, and Election DaySeason 1, Episode #27 Saturday, November 5, 2022As we are recording this episode, it is just three days before Election Day. In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the dystopian plans the Republicans have to destroy our democracy and install permanent minority rule, what’s going on with Twitter, our new Substack Chat Room, and why we should continue to support Ukraine.This podcast is brought to you by our paid subscribers and our company, the TeamOwens313 Global Creative Community. Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2022-11-0530 min
We Are Speaking PodcastRepublicans, the Disabled, and Political ViolenceKeith A. Owens and Pamela Hilliard OwensSeason 1, Episode #26 October 29, 2022The Republicans and Trump supporters have shown us time after time that they do not care about those who may be disabled, even temporarily, and that they directly or indirectly support political violence against Democrats, as long as it helps them to regain power.This week, Pennsylvania Lt. Governor John Fetterman, who is the Democratic candidate for an open seat in the Senate and is recovering from the stroke he suffered last spring, debated his Republican opponent, New Jersey resident and...2022-10-2931 min
We Are Speaking PodcastHow Keith and Pam Work Together as a TeamSeason 1, Episode #25 October 22, 2022In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss how they work together as TeamOwens313. We talk about:* How we met.* How we’re alike.* How we’re different.* What we do together.* What we do separately.* Why it works.The podcast is available on our website and on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast players. Enjoy! Let us know what you think.You can listen to the podcast on our Substack app.Help us to g...2022-10-2327 min
We Are Speaking PodcastIt's Time to Vote!Season 1, Episode #24 October 15, 2022“This is the most important election of our lifetimes!” Yes, you’ve heard that before, but this time, our democratic republic itself is on the ballot.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam talk about the upcoming midterm elections and some of the issues that are on the ballot: locally, statewide, and nationally.We are urging our listeners to get informed, check their voter registrations, check their ballots, vote early and/or absentee if possible, and check that their votes are counted!Please subscribe for free or sup...2022-10-1531 min
We Are Speaking PodcastMy Story about Becoming a SolopreneurSeason 1, Episode #1 October 12, 2022Welcome to the “Find Out in Fifteen” Global Creative Community (GCC) podcast! Each weekly 15-minute episode will have relevant information and educational content for independent writers and creative or solo professionals.The podcast is sponsored by our paid subscribers and our company, the [Global Creative Community]. The podcast will be a part of our “We Are Speaking” Substack publication. This week, I discuss how I became a solopreneur, which eventually led to our present company, the Global Creative Community. Get full access to We Are S...2022-10-1212 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThoughts on Our Trip to MoroccoSeason 1, Episode #23 October 8, 2022In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss their recent 2-week trip to Morocco: why we went, what we experienced, and what we learned about visiting a country very different from the U.S.The podcast is brought to you by our wonderful paid subscribers and our company, the TeamOwens313 Global Creative Community (GCC), through which we offer online training, private networking, and group coaching opportunities.Pam also discussed some interesting facts about Morocco in our regular Friday Funday article on October 7, 2022. Get full access to We...2022-10-0831 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe "Find Out In Fifteen" GCC PodcastWelcome to the “Find Out in Fifteen” Global Creative Community (GCC) podcast! Starting on October 5, 2022, each week, I will record a brief but informative 15-minute podcast about business building, branding, and marketing for independent authors and creative and solo professionals. Each episode will be published on Wednesdays.Each weekly episode will have relevant information and educational content for independent writers and creative or solo professionals.The podcast is sponsored by our paid subscribers and our company, the Global Creative Community. The podcast will be a part of our “We Are Speaking” Substack publication. Get f...2022-09-1406 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThis Week in the NewsSeason 1, Podcast Episode #22 September 10, 2022This was a huge week for news at home in the U.S. and across the pond in the UK.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss all of the political, historical, and cultural takes on the biggest news stories.Let us know your thoughts in the comments and please share and subscribe or upgrade your subscription. Enjoy! Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2022-09-1229 min
We Are Speaking PodcastSERENA! Our thoughts…Season 1, Episode #21 Our Thoughts About Serena September 3, 2022Yes, there was a lot in the news this week: everything going on around “NARA-lago,” President Biden’s “Soul of our Country” speech, the horrific water conditions in Jackson, Mississippi, and much more.However, in this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam talk about Serena. As she herself said, “Just Serena.”The weekly “We Are Speaking” Podcast is brought to you by our wonderful paid subscribers who help support us and our work. Thank you! You subscribe for free or upgrade your subscription to a paid level by...2022-09-0329 min
We Are Speaking PodcastBlack English: Yesterday, Today, and TomorrowSeason 1, Episode #20 August 27, 2022In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss how they grew up speaking American Standard English, how the term “woke” has been misappropriated by the right-wing, and the upcoming AAVE (African American Vernacular English) dictionary being written for the OED (Oxford English Dictionary), with editor-in-chief Dr. Henry Louis Gates.The “We Are Speaking” podcast is sponsored by our paid subscribers and by our company, the TeamOwens313 Global Creative Community, where we offer online training, coaching, and private networking focusing on branding and marketing to independent authors, creative and solo professionals, and smal...2022-08-2730 min
We Are Speaking PodcastFirst, the Good News. Then, the Good News.Episode #18 August 13, 2022In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss 1) the good news about everything that President Joe Biden and the Democratic Congress have achieved in about 18 months, but especially in the last few weeks, and 2) the good news about all of the bad news Trump received this week.We remind our listeners that especially in the current Senate, the Democrats range from progressive Bernie Sanders to conservative Joe Manchin. We also remind listeners that as Democrats, we are the ones who want the best outcome for the greatest number of...2022-08-1328 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Dog Days of Summer?Podcast Episode #18 August 6, 2022In this week’s 30-minute episode, after clarifying what the “Dog Days of Summer” phrase actually means, Keith and Pam discuss several stories that happened this past week:* The continued rise of authoritarianism and fascism in the United States.* A string of legislative and policy wins for Joe Biden and the Democrats* Why elections matter, specifically moves made by U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in the Breonna Taylor case when Trump A.G. Bill Barr and the Kentucky state A.G. refused to do so.* How th...2022-08-0728 min
We Are Speaking PodcastClimate Change or Weather Change?Episode #17 July 30, 2022In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the difference between climate change and weather, and how the climate has changed (and not for the better) since humans started using fossil fuels in the mid-1800s.Keith and Pam also discuss the recent passage by the Senate of the Inflation Reduction Act that caught the Republicans off-guard and made Mitch McConnell very angry.“We Are Speaking” is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and podcast episodes and support our work, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thank you...2022-07-3027 min
We Are Speaking PodcastWho We Are PoliticallySeason 1, Episode #16 July 23, 2022In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss how and why they became Democrats, their definition of being liberals, and why and how they are progressives, but pragmatic progressives. They also explain, again, why voting for Democrats in November is so very important, even if you think President Biden and the Democrats aren’t doing things exactly as you would want them to.Professor Heather Cox Richardson, as usual, does a masterful job explaining what President Joe Biden has done right in the first 18+ months of his administration an...2022-07-2430 min
We Are Speaking PodcastJuneteenth or July 4th?Podcast Season 1, Episode 15 July 2, 2022In the United States, Juneteenth (June 19) is now an official Federal holiday. June 19, 1865, is the date when the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were notified that they had been freed when the Emancipation Proclamation took effect on January 1, 1863, two and one-half years prior.In 1776, 12 of the 13 colonies ratified the Declaration of Independence written primarily by future president Thomas Jefferson. The Declaration was intended to solidify the Colonies breaking away from British rule as they were already fighting in the Revolutionary War. (New York ratified the Declaration 11 days later.)2022-07-0227 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe SCOTUS Rulings June 20-24, 2022Season 1, Episode #14: The Lyin’ SCOTUS June 26, 2022A lot of people may not know that the SCOTUS (Supreme Court of the United States) often announces several rulings at the same time, and that is what happened this week.What is different about this week is that several high-profile and life-changing rulings were announced on Friday, June 24, 2022. “Roe v Wade” was THE most important, but not the only. What do these rulings on particular cases mean for the rest of us?In this 35-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss:* On Tuesday, June 21, 2022, the SCOTUS...2022-06-2729 min
We Are Speaking PodcastWhat the Republicans will do if they regain power.Season 1, Episode 13 June 20, 2022This podcast episode was recorded a couple of days later than usual because we needed more time to collect some research and mostly to collect our thoughts.Being apathetic about the midterms and/or considering not voting at all because Biden and the Dems “aren’t perfect” is NOT an option.The Republicans are chomping at the bit to retake the House of Representatives and the Senate after the 2022 Midterms.If that happens, it will be a disaster for Democrats and for the majority of Americans in general. The Re...2022-06-2028 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe 1st Prime Time TV Public Hearing for the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6 Attack on the U.S. CapitolSeason 1, Episode 12 Friday, June 10, 2022*Scroll all the way down to see a full video of the June 9, 2022, public hearing.This week we are doing something a little different for our free and paid subscribers.Instead of publishing a separate issue about the hearings and then a podcast, we are combining the two with this introduction to the hearings and the audio file of the podcast.Over the next couple of weeks, for both our free issues and our exclusive paid issues, we will be exploring the ramifications...2022-06-1033 min
We Are Speaking PodcastJune is Black Music Appreciation MonthSeason 1, Episode #11 June 4, 2022In 1978, music producer Kenny Gamble started the Black Music Association and founded Black Music Month. On June 7, 1979, President Jimmy Carter held the first-ever Black Music Month celebration and began the annual celebration of African-American Music Appreciation Month.On May 31, 2022, President Joe Biden declared June 2022 as “Black Music Appreciation Month.”In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the history of Black Music as a cultural foundation of music in America since the 19th century.“We Are Speaking” is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and podcast episodes...2022-06-0427 min
We Are Speaking PodcastOur 2021-2022 TravelsSeason 1, Episode #10May 27, 2022In addition to all of the “regular” news about horrible things going on all over the world, we have been rocked to our core by TWO mass shootings within ten days by 18-year-olds armed with military-style assault rifles: Buffalo, New York on May 14 where 10 Black people were deliberately targeted and murdered, and Uvalde, Texas on May 24 where 19 children and two teachers were slaughtered. “Good guys with guns” could do nothing to stop the carnage by “bad guys with bigger guns.”Enveloping all of this is the fact that COVID is still with u...2022-05-2828 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe May 14, 2022 Buffalo MassacreSeason 1, Episode #9 May 21, 2022On May 14, 2022, at 2:30 in the afternoon, an 18-year-old self-described white supremacist and anti-Semite dressed in body armor and carrying assault rifles went into the only full-service grocery store in a majority-Black neighborhood in Buffalo and opened fire. He shot 13 people and killed 10, all of them Black. In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss this horrific episode, just the latest mass shooting in America. Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2022-05-2128 min
We Are Speaking PodcastPrince, Jimi, and 'emSeason 1, Episode 8 April 23, 2022Prince and Jimi, in addition to being two of Keith’s FAVORITE musicians, were enormous influences on the American and international music culture and music business.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss how Prince and Jimi, plus other musicians like Sammy, Stevie, Michael, and Jay-Z maximized their musical talents, but also how they branded themselves and grew their artistry into profitable businesses.Let us know what you think!“We Are Speaking” is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and podcast episodes and to support our wo...2022-04-2327 min
We Are Speaking PodcastAnother Black Man Killed By PolicePatrick Lyoya Traffic Stop Photo Credit: WireAPSeason 1, Episode 7 April 16, 2022On April 4, 2022, Patrick Lyoya, an immigrant from the Congo, was executed by a Grand Rapids, Michigan police officer who shot him in the back of the head after tackling him to the ground after a routine traffic stop.About nine years ago, Lyoya and his family escaped the violence in. their home country and settled in the United States, hoping to find a safe space to live, work, and thrive.In this 30-minute podcast, Keith and Pam discuss the seeming recent...2022-04-1728 min
We Are Speaking PodcastJust Call Her Madame Justice Brown Jackson!Season 1, Episode #6U.S. District Court of Appeals Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed for a seat on the Supreme Court by the full U.S. Senate on Thursday, April 7, 2022. It was a historic day in American History for sure.Of course, Judge Jackson cannot officially be called “Justice” until she takes her last oath after Justice Stephen Breyer, who she will be replacing, retires at the end of June.But now that the confirmation process is complete, what happens next?Keith and Pam discuss this question and more in this 30-min...2022-04-0927 min
We Are Speaking PodcastWhat's On Our Mind This WeekWelcome to Season 1, Episode 6 of the “We Are Speaking” weekly podcast!Our podcast is sponsored by our paid subscribers and by our company, the Global Creative Community, through which we offer branding and marketing training and business coaching to independent authors and creative and solo professionals. Check out all of our products and services at our website: teamowens313gcc.com.In this week’s 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss the history of lynching in the United States and the recent passage of the Emmitt Till Anti-Lynching Bill that was signed by President Joe Bi...2022-04-0225 min
We Are Speaking PodcastJudge Ketanji Brown Jackson: Our ThoughtsMarch 25, 2022This week, the United States Senate Judiciary Committee held confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee current D.C. Court of Appeals Judge Kentanji Brown Jackson.In this 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss their thoughts on Judge Jackson and on the hearings.This weekly podcast is sponsored by our company, the TeamOwens313 Global Creative Community. We work with independent writers and creative and solo professionals with online training and customized one-on-one coaching for branding and marketing issues.“We Are Speaking” is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and podc...2022-03-2527 min
We Are Speaking PodcastAll Politics is LocalHello and welcome to Season 1, Episode 4 of the “We Are Speaking” Podcast.This week, our overall topic is the importance of local issues and local politics.Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Democrat Tip O’Neill of Massachusetts, famously said, “All politics is local.” That is so true!During each weekly 30-minute episode, we address some of our favorite topics, including American History and Culture, Government, Education, and Politics from a Black perspective.We are very glad you are joining us today!The podcast is brought to you by our com...2022-03-1826 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Olmecs: The First Civilization in MesoamericaBy Pamela Hilliard OwensOK. I admit it. Not only do I watch a lot of shows on the History Channel and on the Discovery Channel, but one of my favorite series is “Ancient Aliens.” Don’t laugh. But recently, on one of those shows, the subject was the Olmecs, and that reminded me that the Olmecs was the oldest civilization in Mesoamerica. Really old. Really REALLY old.It is estimated that the Olmecs lived from roughly 1500 BCE (Before the Common Era) to 400 BCE. The Olmecs were the first Mesoamerican civilization and the foundat...2022-03-1704 min
We Are Speaking PodcastHow Much Do You Know About the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government?By Pamela Hilliard OwensClick the link above or go to your favorite podcast app to listen to this article.“We Are Speaking” is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and podcast episodes and to support our work, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks!With so much “disinformation” and “misinformation” out there these days, I thought it would be a good time for this retired government teacher (that would be me) to remind all of us what each of the three branches of government actually does!Because pe...2022-03-1503 min
We Are Speaking PodcastAuthoritarianism vs Democracy: Which Will Win?As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, Keith and Pam discuss the growth of authoritarianism and the decline of democracy around the world and here in the States.One of the major goals of Vladimir Putin is to destroy democracy in Ukraine and in as much of Europe as possible.Unfortunately, one of the major goals of most of today’s Republican party is the same: destroying America’s “experiment” as a democratic society and government and replacing it with their own version of authoritarianism.This 30-minute podcast episode is brought to you by our c...2022-03-1227 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe Worthy RefugeePhoto by Ricardo Gomez Angel on UnsplashBy Keith A. Owens(Click the player above to listen to this article.)(To view previous articles, please visit our website.)For nearly two weeks now, there has been virtual nonstop ‘round the clock coverage of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and justifiably so. Russia is a military superpower run by a brutal and possibly unstable and unbalanced madman, and Ukraine is a sovereign nation that did absolutely nothing to provoke the attack. Putin needs to be stopped, and every nation represented in the Unit...2022-03-0704 min
We Are Speaking PodcastThe "We Are Speaking Podcast": Ukraine, the SOTU Address, Republican Racism, and Judge Ketanji Brown JacksonFriday, March 4, 2022Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1 of the weekly 30-minute We Are Speaking podcast. At We Are Speaking, Keith and Pam discuss issues pertaining to American History and Culture, Government and Politics, and Education.This podcast is sponsored by our company, the TeamOwens313 Global Creative Community, where we offer products and services designed for independent writers, creative and solo professionals, and very small business owners.You can find out all about our company on our website, TeamOwens313gcc.com.Our topics this week include our take on Ukraine, the...2022-03-0423 min
We Are Speaking Podcast"We Are Speaking" Intro Podcast Episode Get full access to We Are Speaking at wearespeaking.substack.com/subscribe2022-02-2509 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #29 G.H. Soaps with Stephanie WillisIn this episode, Pam and Keith conference with Stephanie Willis, founder of G.H. Soaps and Body Truth Brand products. G.H. Soaps was founded in 2014 through an urban gardening program in the west side of Detroit, and has since expanded into the Body Truth Brand. G.H. Soaps and Body Truth Brand use true organic, natural, plant-based ingredients that nourish the skin. G.H. Soaps found its beginnings through a community gardening initiative located on the west side of Detroit. Stephanie explains how she left her corporate job in search of something more...2017-11-0700 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #21 Detroit Wholistic Center with Dr. Jesse BrownFor the month of August, YB2C Live! will be focusing on entrepreneurs whose businesses promote health and wellness. For this episode, Pamela Hilliard Owens and Keith Owens sit down with Dr. Jesse Brown of Detroit Wholistic Center and Wholistic Training Institute. Detroit Wholistic Center provides, natural solutions for common concerns. They focus on prevention and utilize herbs, cleansing, diet, and lifestyle change to help their customers. They believe that most of the problems people experience, including illnesses and even death, are directly related to diet and lifestyle. Wholistic Training Institute is the only state-licensed n...2017-10-1000 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #28 D-Town Farm with Malik YakiniFor the months of September and October, YB2C Live! Is focusing on urban farmers and agribusinesses. In this episode, Pam and Keith sit down with Malik Yakini of D-Town Farm. D-Town Farm was founded by a collective of people all with a mission to create a comprehensive food policy in the city. D-Town has a total of 7 acres, making it the largest urban farm in the city of Detroit, with solar energy, three coop houses, and 30 different fruits, vegetables, and herbs currently growing on the farm. Malik did not start in the fa...2017-10-1000 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #27 Acre Farm with Ryan AndersonFor the month of September, YB2C Live! has been focusing on entrepreneurs who plant, grow, and harvest food, flowers and other live, natural items. In this episode, Pam and Keith sit down with Ryan Anderson of Acre Detroit. Acre Detroit is an urban farm that was founded in 2012 by Ryan Anderson and Anna Clarke. Acre grows a wide variety of crops. To name a few, Acre grows hot crops such as tomatoes, hot peppers, eggplant, and root crops like carrots, beets, and radishes, as well as Asian greens and herbs. Ryan explains his...2017-10-1000 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #26 Oakland Ave Urban Farm with Jerry HebronIn this episode of YB2C Live! is keeping with the fall harvest theme of the month that focuses on entrepreneurs who plant, grow, and harvest food, flowers, and other natural items. Pam and Keith sit down with Jerry Hebron of Oakland Avenue Urban Farm. Oakland Avenue Urban Farm is a non-profit, community-based organization that is focused on cultivating healthy foods and culture, as well as sustainability and engagement in the community. Originally in the real estate business, Jerry moved on to other endeavours after the economic crash in 2008. Soon enough, the Oakland Avenue Urban Farm...2017-10-1000 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #25 Fresh Cut Flower Farm with Sarah PappasIn this episode of YB2C Live! the fall harvest season is upon us. We are focusing on entrepreneurs who plant, grow, and harvest food, flowers and other live, natural items. Pam and Keith sat down with Sarah Pappas of Fresh Cut Flower Farm. Fresh Cut Flower Farm is a flower farm in the Woodbridge neighborhood that grows and sells flowers of all types, providing services to customers, florists, and the community. Sarah describes her involvement in the farming business for the past ten years, including work with non-profits. Sarah talks the difference between gardeners of...2017-09-1900 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #22 Bikram Yoga Ferndale: A Family Affair with Andrea DavisIn this episode of YB2C Live! Pam and Keith sit down with Andrea Davis of Bikram Yoga Ferndale to talk about health and wellness. Bikram Yoga is a form of Hatha yoga that is practiced through breathing exercises and a series of 26 postures. It's done in a heated room, on average 105 degrees and 40% humidity, which is meant to help the body detox through sweating. Bikram is a guided practice that does not change, no matter where in the world the class is held. Andrea describes how Bikram is different from other types of yoga, such...2017-09-1900 min
The YB2C Live! PodcastYB2C Live! Podcast Ep. #15 Spring Forward with Your Business! In this episode Pam and Keith remind their listeners how important it is to conduct quarterly reviews. Keith describes how future planning is done at a newspaper, especially a weekly newspaper like the Michigan Chronicle where many articles are pre- planned, but the editors must be ready for late-breaking news. It is very important to create a sort of schedule that is flexible and can be changed at the drop of a hat. Quarterly reviews can keep these kinds of flexible schedules running smoothly. ______ Be sure to visit us...2017-04-0600 min