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Sparkle City SessionsSparkle City SessionsS 6 EPI 74 SCS on the road with Mark Dawson and Rian MoneypennyOnce again, we are on the road Rian and Mark took a trip down to historic Saint Augustine FLA the oldest city in America. Our adventure was filled with hot weather and old places good food and even better company hanging with my sister and her niece. this is our last one of the seasons and we would like to thank the NU WAY Lounge here in Spartanburg for their support. Plus, everyone else that has appeared on the show2024-08-2852 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowTime Management for Authors - with Mark DawsonMark Dawson embarks on a solo episode exploring how authors can optimise the time available to them to write (and sell) more books.2023-11-2450 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowEssential Tips for New Authors – with Mark DawsonAs Launchpad prepares to welcome new students, Mark Dawson breaks down his top ten tips for aspiring authors.2023-10-2752 min21ish Minutes21ish MinutesThe PilotGet to know your hosts Carly MacNaughton, Casey Miller, and Mark Dawson (not pictured) as they give you a snip-et of their world as Real Estate Brokers while having fun along the way. No two days are ever the same for this crew!Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!www.21ishminutes.com21ishminutes@gmail.com2023-07-2816 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 55 - Chad Williams - WEB DuBois and Black America in The First World WarIn this episode, Mark is diving into the life of WEB DuBois with the author of the new book, The Wounded World: W. E. B. Du Bois and the First World War, Chad Williams.Chad Williams is the Samuel J. and Augusta Spector Professor of History and African and African American Studies at Brandeis University. Chad earned a BA with honors in History and African American Studies from UCLA, and received both his MA and Ph.D. in History from Princeton University. He specializes in African American and modern United States History, African American military history, the...2023-06-011h 07The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEpisode 54 - Tara Green - Love Activism and The Respectable Life of Alice Dunbar NelsonIn this episode, Mark is talking with Dr. Tara T. Green about respectable life of Alice Dunbar Nelson.Dr. Tara T. Green is CLASS Distinguished Professor and Chair of African American Studies at the University of Houston. She is the author and editor of six books. She has most recently published Love, Activism and The Respectable Life of Alice Dunbar-Nelson (Bloomsbury), which was named a Prose Award Finalist in the Biography/Autobiography Category by the Association of American Publishers. And, See Me Naked: Black Women Defining Pleasure During the Interwar Era (Rutgers UP). She will be reading...2023-05-251h 18The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 53 - Sekou Franklin - The Fight for Democracy in Tennessee and AmericaToday, Mark and Dr. Sekou Franklin discuss Tennessee's recent political spotlight after the General Assembly voted to expel three of its members, who were leading a protest against gun control laws after a mass shooting in Nashville. This episode highlights the rarity of expulsion and the possible racism involved in the expulsion of two black representatives, while a white representative was not expelled. Dr. Franklin also points out that political activity by conservative legislatures in the states is a battleground for maintaining or rolling back civil rights, labor rights, women's rights, LGBTQ rights, and all gains made t...2023-05-111h 13The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 52 - Doug Swanson - Cult of Glory: The Bold and Brutal History of The Texas RangersThe Texas Rangers are celebrating their 200th year, and are widely known as a rugged and upright law enforcement agency that symbolizes Texas. However, the book "Cult of Glory: The Bold and Brutal History of the Texas Rangers" presents a more ruthless, racist, and barbarous history of the organization, and highlights their close ties to moneyed groups and powerful politicians. This book challenges the widely held view of the Texas Rangers and prompts important conversations about their role in law enforcement.The guest today is Doug J. Swanson. Doug is a veteran investigative reporter and editor. He...2023-05-041h 07The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 51 - Dr. Gay Byron - Christianity's African Roots in EthiopiaIn this episode, Mark had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Gay Byron about Christianity in Ethiopia and its deep roots on the African continent. Dr. Byron explained that Ethiopia has a unique history with Christianity, being one of the first nations in the world to adopt Christianity as a state religion in the 4th century. Overall, this was a fascinating conversation that shed light on the deep roots of Christianity in Ethiopia and Africa, as well as the ongoing importance of Christianity in contemporary African society.Gay L. Byron is a Professor of New Testament and...2023-04-271h 11The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 50 - Dr. Wendy Gaudin - What Louisiana's Creole's can tell us about race, power and a the browning of AmericaOn this episode of The Parlay in All Blue Power history and culture collide. And yes, we're gonna talk about voting because voting is the first step. It is an essential tool for building wealth and obtaining and retaining power in the United States. The voting power of black people now is under attack. It is being attacked by Republican legislatures in the states of Louisiana and Alabama.Mark is talking with Dr. Wendy Gaudin about Louisiana's Creole people, the history, the culture, and about how assertive use of political power can inform black people of today...2023-04-201h 18The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 49 - Anna Wolfe - Mississippi's Welfare ScandalIn this episode, Mark is talking with Anna Wolfe about Mississippi's Welfare Scandal.Anna Wolfe is an investigative reporter for Mississippi Today, a nonprofit newsroom founded in 2016. Her coverage of poverty, public assistance and debtors prisons has received national recognition, including the Goldsmith Prize, the Collier Prize and the National Press Foundation’s Poverty and Inequality Award. Before joining the staff at Mississippi Today, she held several beats at Mississippi’s statewide newspaper, the Clarion Ledger, where she covered city hall and reported award-winning stories about medical billing and hunger in the Mississippi Delta. Born and r...2023-04-131h 03The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 48 Re-Release (Ep.28) Backlash and the Religion of Whiteness with Dr. Stephen FinleyOn the season finale of  The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Dr. Stephen Finley who is the inaugural chair of African and African American studies at LSU. Dr. Finely is an associate professor of religious studies at LSU, as well. He's gonna walk us through how religion, the religion of "whiteness" fuels attacks, or the religion of white nationalism and white supremacy fuels attacks like that in Buffalo at Tops grocery store or at the Tree of Life Senegal in Pittsburgh or at the Walmart in El Paso Texas where the mass shooter in that case w...2023-04-061h 20The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 47 - Vernon Steve Weakley - Jackson State Massacre Part 2 - Standing On The Edge of MadnessToday is part 2 of the conversation about the shooting that took place at Jackson State in May 1970. We have a very special guest, Vernon Steve Weakley, who is here to give us a firsthand account of what happened that tragic night at Jackson State University.Vernon is an alumnus of Jackson State University and a graduate of the University of Houston. He was also a member of the Jackson State University, Houston Alumni Chapter. He is also a legendary member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Jackson State University, Upsilon Epsilon (YE) Chapter, and is c...2023-03-301h 23The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 46 - Dr. Nancy Bristow - Jackson State Massacre 1970 Pt. 1, Steeped In The Blood of RacismMark is thrilled to have Dr. Nancy Bristow on the podcast today to discuss her book, "Steeped in the Blood of Racism: Black Power, Law and Order, and the 1970 Shootings at Jackson State College." The book sheds light on the tragedy that occurred on May 14, 1970, at Jackson State University, Mississippi.Dr. Nancy K. Bristow is a Distinguished Professor of History at the University of Puget Sound, where she also serves on the leadership team of the Race and Pedagogy Institute. She is the author of three books, including Making Men Moral: Social Engineering and the Great War...2023-03-231h 17The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 44 SNCC & This Non Violent Stuff Will Get You Killed with Charlie CobbIn this episode, Mark is joined by Charlie Cobb to discuss his  book, "This Nonviolent Stuff'll Get You Killed: How Guns Made the Civil Rights Movement Possible." Charlie discusses how guns were an essential tool for self-defense during the Civil Rights Movement, particularly in the South where white supremacist groups used violence and intimidation to maintain segregation. Specifically, Mark and Charlie explore the relationship between SNCC and SCLC, the movement of Fannie Lou Hammer, voter registration, the importance of Amzie Moore in organizing, the impact of World War II on the Civil Rights Movement, the significance of li...2023-03-091h 30The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonRe-Release 43 (Ep. 13) Same Storm, Different Boats with Dr. Na’Taki Osbourne JelksOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Spellman professor Dr. Na'Taki Osborne Jelks, co-founder of the West Atlanta watershed alliance and who also serves on the EPA's National Environmental Justice Advisory counsel. Today's discussion is about climate change, environmental risk, solutions, and the troubling menace of Urban Heat Islands. The duo also discuss environmental habits and how we can help improve the climate. Black communities have been disrupted due to the building of highways and roads. Not only disruption but a health impact due to carbon emissions from the c...2023-02-1652 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonRe-Release 42 (Ep. 14) Born in Blackness with Howard FrenchOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Howard W. French, an author and a professor of journalism at Columbia University. Today's discussion delves deep into Professor French's book: Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World War. Highlights from the episode:Price of Gold Mansa MusaEurope in 1471The Fort of El MinaPortugal & West  Africa Resources: Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World WarConnect with Mark Dawso...2023-02-091h 12The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 41 Charles Deslones' Revolution; The German Coast Uprising of 1811 with Leon WatersOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Leon A. Waters. Mr. Waters  is a New Orleans native, historian, publisher and social activist. Waters attended Xavier University for Business Administration and graduated from St. Augustine High School. He serves as the Board Chairperson of the Louisiana Museum of African American History (LMAAH). He joins us on The Parley in All Blue to walk through America's largest slave rebellion.Highlights from the episode:What is the German Coast Rebellion?  6:23Who is Charles Des Lones? 8:34The Louisiana Purchase 13:04The Haitian Revolution 18:48The Declaration of...2023-02-021h 29The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 40 Up Against the Wall, The Making of the Black Panther Party with Curtis AustinOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Curtis Austin, an associate professor at Arizona State University where he focuses on civil rights and black power movements. This episode advances the history of black empowerment from our previous episode with Taylor Branch, which focused on civil rights. This episode focuses on black power, the Black Power Movement, and the vanguard of the Revolution, which is the Black Panther Party. Check out: Up Against the Wall: Violence in the Making and Unmaking of the Black Panther Party by Curtis J. Austin Te...2023-01-261h 21The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 39 America in the King Years with Taylor BranchOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Taylor Branch. A native to Atlanta Georgia, Mr. Branch is also a National Book award recipient, author, and Pulitzer Prize winner for his books; America in the King Years ( Parting the waters, Pillar of Fire, and At Canaan's Edge). A trilogy which covers the life of the late great Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and the civil rights movement person by person (from 1954-1968). They'll be discussing his book and also the civil rights movement and its importance. To learn more about Taylor B...2023-01-191h 07The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 38 CXFFEE BLACK, "Coffee with a Black X Please" with Bartholomew JonesOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Entrepreneur, and the founder of Cxffeeblack (Coffeeblack), Bartholomew Jones. Bartholomew isn't only an entrepreneur, he's also a hip hop artist and a filmmaker (Cxffeeblack to Africa) which you can check out on his YouTube page. A proud Memphian, who is also a husband, father, and activist, who coined the phrase "Make Coffee Black again." He's also apart of the Anti Gentrification Cxffee Club (AGCC) right there in Memphis Tennessee which is a social experiment based on using history, art, and imagination to shed light on the...2023-01-1250 minSparkle City SessionsSparkle City SessionsS3 EP6 Sparkle city sessions bring you Mark Tebalt and Mark Dawson from the Tall Grass TrioYour host Rocco and Mark Tebalt talk with you about a new project the Tall Grass Trio plus get to know Mark Tebalt a bit better. We also share brief timeline of the inception of the Hub City Music Society. Sit back relax and give a listen.... since we recorded this session, we brought in a violinist the name of Caro Dainer so the music portions of this show we recorded in my home.  2022-12-2830 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowTen Years of Indie Publishing - with Mark Dawson and James BlatchMark Dawson reflects on ten years as an indie author and, after five million books sold, what lies ahead.2022-12-2349 minThe Therapy ShedThe Therapy ShedChristmas compression!We are back in the Therapy Shed for a topical chat about stress; including Christmas related stress! We talk about the difference between Good Stress and Bad Stress, and how they both can trigger the brain's Threat Response. Christmas time can bring out a lot of personal sadness/loss and exhaustion from both self-expectations as well as responding to the expectations of others (family/friends). Meaningful talking and listening can be a great way to support each other over the Christmas season. Thank you for listening to the Therapy Shed this year. Remember kindness beats everything, and kindness can be...2022-12-191h 12The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 37 Bellevue:The Power of Memory & Agency with Dennis DeShieldsOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Dennis DeShields. Dennis is a fourth-generation descendent of Bellevue, where his father and aunt continue to reside. While visiting his grandparents in the 1980s, Dennis was consistently taken by Bellevue’s location on the Chesapeake, its community spirit, and its history. Eventually, Bellevue became a holiday and weekend retreat for Dennis, his wife Dr. Mary De Shields, and his young family. In 1998 it became their home. Since this time, the De Shields family have become committed to preserving Bellevue’s rich culture and heritage and are lead...2022-12-151h 05The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 36 Plantation Theory with John Graham Jr.On this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by John Graham Jr. John is the Vice President of employer brand, diversity & culture at Shaker Recruitment Marketing. John is also an author of the book Plantation Theory: The Black Professional's Struggle between Freedom and Security. In this book John takes the reader through his personal journey,and gives them the accounts of many black professionals in the corporate space and what accountability looks like in those same spaces. John is also a graduate of America's oldest degree granting HBCU Lincoln University. They'll be discussing the promises...2022-11-171h 21The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 35 Memory & Abolition with Dr. Nicole TruesdellOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Dr. Nicole Truesdell who is an anthropologist, an abolitionist scholar and teacher who is dedicated to knowledge without borders. Dr. Truesdell has been in some of the top and most respected spaces in the United States. Beloit college, LSU, Brown, Michigan State, the Smithsonian, and more. She joins us for a  discussion on how memory, our history, our creativity and our culture can serve to understand, deconstruct and abolish oppressive systems and institutions.Highlights from the episode:What's an abolitionist scholar and teacher? H...2022-11-101h 16The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEP. 34 The Politics of Water - Mississippi Goddamn with Jayme BeasleyOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Jayme Beasley, an instructor at Clark Atlanta to talk about the water crisis in Jackson Mississippi. Jayme is working on her dissertation in water distribution and clean water access. She's been to Morocco, Ghana looking at this issue but she's been acutely aware and focused on the water in Jackson Mississippi. This water crisis won't be resolved without federal, state, and a local, political solution. Today's discussion will go in depth into what can be done and who can fix this issue. Highlights from t...2022-11-031h 23The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEP. 33 Black Power in Reconstruction America with Dr. Brian MitchellOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by historian Dr. Brian Mitchell. He is the director of research and interpretation at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential library and museum where he focuses on reconstruction. Previously, he was a professor at the University of Arkansas Little Rock and he's also written the book; Blood in Their Eyes: The Elaine massacre of 1919, as well as the graphic novel Monumental: Oscar Don and his radical fight and Reconstruction of Louisiana. Today's discussion is all about Reconstruction, an intentionally ignored topic in American history. Now, there's no way a...2022-10-271h 29The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp.32 Quitting & The Great Resignation with Keith BoykinOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark sits down with Keith Boykin, author of the book Quitting: Why I left my job for a life of freedom. Keith is a double ivy league graduate who quit what many would deem a "dream job" working at the White House.  Keith is no stranger to quitting jobs to pursue experiences that are important to him and leaving places of employment that are no longer serving him. By doing so, Keith has also authored 6 books, hosted his own talk show, become a noted political commentator, been a producer of T...2022-10-201h 08The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 31 Under The Skin with Linda VillarosaOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Journalist, editor, educator and author, Linda Villarosa. Linda has delivered a critically important book that is a must read! The title is Under The Skin: The Hidden toll of racism on American lives and on the health of our nation. In this book, Linda describes how and why black Americans live sicker and die quicker and it's not because of race or class, but because of racism. Linda, through numerous amounts of data and the stories of people, lays out in detail how this came to...2022-10-131h 09The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 30 2022 Midterm Elections & Black Political SophisticationHighlights from the episode:Midterm Elections (3:04)What’s at stake during the elections (7:04)Thoughts on student loan forgiveness(21:33)Political Sophistication (26:03)The importance of voting (33:31)Connect with Dr. Tammy GreerLinkedIn: @tammy-greer-ph-dConnect with Mark Dawson:Instagram: @iammarkdawsonLinkedIN: @mark-a-dawsonWebsite: www.bentonmuse.comTwitter: @Iammarkdawson 2022-10-061h 03The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 29 The State of Black America with John MoyeWe are back for another season of The Parley in All Blue and we are  joined by John Moye. John is the Senior director, policy legislative affairs, and Civic engagement of the Urban League of greater Atlanta. We will be discussing the midterms, how some people feel about voting for the lesser of two evils or voting at all, and the whole idea that there's no difference between Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton. We also break down what was on the line then, like the three Supreme Court seats, the passing of the George Floyd police act, the January 6t...2022-09-291h 00Backseat DriverBackseat DriverMark DawsonI interview my mechanic, Mark Dawson. In this episodes Mark talks about the Spitfire display at Hangar 42, based at Blackpool Airport.2022-09-2642 minBackseat DriverBackseat DriverFlying High: A Spitfire Display at Hangar 42 with Mark DawsonIt's me, Mark Stone. Today, I have a special treat for you all. I had the pleasure of sitting down with my trusted mechanic, Mark Dawson. Mark is a specialist in vintage aeroplanes, and in this episode, we discuss the Spitfire display at Hangar 42, based at Blackpool Airport. Mark shared with me some of the most exciting moments of the display, the history and mechanics of the Spitfire, and the future of this display. It was an enlightening conversation, and I found it fascinating. I think you will, too. So join me on this journey into the world of...2022-09-2642 minThe Therapy ShedThe Therapy ShedClinical Hypnosis - trust me, I'm a Hypnotherapist!Series 4 kicks off with Mark and Brian back in the Therapy Shed to catch up and continue to unpack the world of therapy and mental health. In episode 1 of series 4 we explore Clinical Hypnosis, discussing the myths and reality of this often incredibly valuable area of mental health. Listen in to Brian deliver a brief Hypnosis session to Mark, which you are able to take part in and gently relax yourself. However, please do not listen to the Hypnosis section of the episode if you are in a situation which requires you to be awake and focused, e.g. Driving...2022-09-261h 00The Therapy ShedThe Therapy ShedRound up some supportIn the final episode of series 3 we reflect on another series of brilliant and interesting guests that have joined us for a chat in the Therapy Shed. We discuss the various services available across the city, and reflect on the personal challenges often experienced, and overcome, by people when accessing support. Also, Brian shares his plans for Hypnotising Mark in a future episode... best of luck Mark! 2022-07-041h 04The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 28 Backlash and the Religion of Whiteness with Dr. Stephen Finley On the season finale of  The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Dr. Stephen Finley who is the inaugural chair of African and African American studies at LSU. Dr. Finely is an associate professor of religious studies at LSU, as well. He's gonna walk us through how religion, the religion of "whiteness" fuels attacks, or the religion of white nationalism and white supremacy fuels attacks like that in Buffalo at Tops grocery store or at the Tree of Life Senegal in Pittsburgh or at the Walmart in El Paso Texas where the mass shooter in...2022-05-261h 20The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 27 Colonization Has Not Been an Act of Love with Abad LeyvaOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Abad Leyva to shine some light on the history and culture of Afro Mexicans, i.e Africans in Mexico during and after Slavery. The Port of Veracruz brought in more enslaved people from Africa through their port than the port of Charleston and Savannah combined. Abad Leyva will speak on his experiences and also the African impact on Mexico during slavery. Abad will also discuss the first time he came to America and what early life was like for him as an Afro Mexican in America. 2022-05-191h 13The Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowGetting Ready for The Self Publishing Show Live! - with Mark Dawson & James BlatchTwo years on and it's back! Mark and James talk you through the exciting schedule for this year's upcoming two-day SPS event in London.2022-05-1344 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 26 Leadership and Economic Justice with Nancy Flake JohnsonOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Nancy Flake Johnson, The CEO of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta. She has partnerships with civil rights organizations, corporations, activists, educators, and elected officials. Simply put,  Nancy is a bridge builder. Nancy joins us to talk about her work and the work of the Urban League. We'll also discuss her journey and the unique challenges that we face in today's environment and more. Highlights from the episode:The National Urban LeagueThe Workforce in AtlantaCivil Rights OrganizationNancy’s Journey Your Vote Matters  Connect...2022-05-121h 03The Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowSelf-Publishing Fundamentals - with Mark Dawson & James BlatchSo how do you get started as an indie author? Let multi-million selling indie superstar Mark Dawson and newbie author James Blatch be your guides!2022-05-0643 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 25 The Deepest South of All with Richard GrantOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Richard Grant  to discuss Natchez, Mississippi.  Bestselling travel writer Richard Grant “sensitively probes the complex and troubled history of the oldest city on the Mississippi River.”  Natchez, Mississippi, once had more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in America, and its wealth was built on slavery and cotton. Today it has the greatest concentration of antebellum mansions in the South, and a culture full of unexpected contradictions. Prominent white families dress up in hoopskirts and Confederate uniforms for ritual celebrations of the Old South, yet Nat...2022-05-051h 11The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 24 Rio: Samba and The Cultural Quilombo with Dani MahmoudContinuing our tour of South America, Mark discusses the rich culture of Rio de Janeiro with Dani Mahmoud. Dani is a tourist guide in Rio and takes us on a journey. Mark and Dani discuss how Rio was founded, African influence, the language and religion of Rio and cultural celebrations.  Highlights from the episode:QuilomboAfrican Slave TradeYoruba Cultural InfluenceLittle AfricaSambaBlack Consciousness DayConnect with Mark Dawson:Instagram: @iammarkdawsonLinkedIN: @mark-a-dawsonWebsite: www.bentonmuse.comTwitter: @Iammarkdawson 2022-04-2857 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 23 Salvador Brazil, Africa in the New World with Isaco CostaOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with  Isaco Costa to discuss the African Diaspora and Salvador. Isaco is a tourist guide in Salvador, Bahia and is a specialist in the diversity of historical, cultural, religious and social tourism. Salvador is the capital of Bahia and is known for the Portuguese colonial architecture, Afro-Brazilian culture and a tropical coastline. Highlights from the episode:The rich culture of Salvador, BahiaBay of All SaintsAfrican influence in SalvadorSugarcane plantations in BrazilMichael JacksonConnect with Isaco CostaLinkedIn: @isaco-costa...2022-04-2155 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 22 Black Farmers Lives Matter with Kali HollowayOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Kali Holloway. Kali Holloway is a monthly columnist for both The Nation and The Daily Beast. Her writings have also appeared in The Guardian, Salon, TIME, Huffington Post, The National Memo and numerous other outlets. She co-curated the New York City Metropolitan Museum of Art 2017 summer performance and film series “Theater of the Resist.” She is the former Director of the Make it Right Project, a national initiative dedicated to taking down Confederate monuments and telling the truth about history. She also was a Seni...2022-04-141h 07The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 21 History and Truth Telling with Dr. D'Andra OreyOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Dr. D'Andra O'rey, a professor of political science at Jackson State University to discuss the story behind the book Mississippi Conflict and change, the current environment around the anti-CRT (Critical Race Theory) propaganda and movement, and they'll put it into context of today's political environment, along with some HBCU history. They'll also touch on the history, music, and culture in the state of Mississippi. Highlights from the episode:What is CRT (Critical Race Theory)Mississippi Freedom SchoolsMississippi Conflict & ChangeLies that were t...2022-04-071h 03The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 20 Choices and values - Transit as a Tool for Human Connections and Equity with Heather InfantryOn this week's episode of The Parley In All Blue Mark is joined by Heather Infantry. Heather  is a foot soldier for Black liberation who pursues passion-driven projects and works with the aim of transformation. She is currently advancing equitable transit-oriented development as a pathway to Black prosperity. Throughout her career Heather has fostered an ongoing curiosity for people, places and ideas at the intersection of culture and equity.Highlights from the episode:Transportation and EquityTransit Oriented Development Atlanta - MARTA Transportation during The Pandemic The Transformation Alliance Connect with Heather Infantry LinkedIn: @heathe...2022-03-3154 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 19 Dreaming Big and the Creative Power of Your Story with Dr. Lisa CainOn this week's episode of The Parley In All Blue Mark is joined by Dr. Lisa Cain.Lisa D. Cain, Ph.D., a graduate of Jackson State Univ. with a B.S.in biology received a Ph.D. in Anatomy at the Univ. of Mississippi Medical Center and was a postdoctoral fellow in the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She joined The Univ. of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston faculty in 2017 as Associate Dean for Professional Development and Faculty Affairs, and as a Professor in the Dept. of Diagnostic...2022-03-2458 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 18 The Empire of Mali from Sundiata The Lion King & Mansa Musa The Great with Dr. Emmanuel NuesiriOn this week's episode of The Parley In All Blue, Mark sits down with Dr. Emanuelle Nuesiri to discuss the empire of Mali.Dr. Emmanuel Nuesiri is the lead Social Science faculty at the African Leadership University (ALU) Mauritius, where he teaches courses in African Studies, Feminist Economics, and Environmental Politics. He holds a PhD from St. Antony's College at the University of Oxford, UK. He has been a research scholar at the Pan-African Institute for Development Buea, Cameroon; Cornell University, USA; University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, USA; and the University of Potsdam, Germany. He has also been a...2022-03-1758 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonSpecial Episode: Michelle Duster on the Life and Legacy of Ida B Wells On this special episode and addition of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by author and professor Michelle Duster, the great granddaughter of the late, great Mrs. Ida B Wells-Barnett. Yes, the one and only Ida B Wells-Barnett, the civil rights leader, author, one of the founders of the NAACP, and Pulitzer Prize recipient. Michelle has written, edited, or contributed to over 16 books; she's also a public historian, speaker, and champion on racial and gender equity. This discussion goes deep into the life of Ida B Wells-Barnett and her impact not only on black h...2022-03-101h 21The Friday HabitThe Friday HabitHow to Build a High Performance Team with Natalie Dawson - Part 2Natalie Dawson is the EVP and Partner of Cardone Ventures, a management consulting firm designed to help businesses grow, and the author of the new book, TeamWork: How to Build a High-Performance Team. This book covers all the nuts and bolts of what goes into building an incredible team including what it takes to attract strong talent, how to write a compelling job description, and even the best practices for onboarding someone new.Natalie Dawson is an expert in developing people and building scalable teams. She has interviewed, hired, trained, and led thousands of employees over the...2022-03-0430 minThe Friday HabitThe Friday HabitHow to Build a High Performance Team with Natalie Dawson - Part 1Natalie Dawson is the EVP and Partner of Cardone Ventures, a management consulting firm designed to help businesses grow, and the author of the new book, TeamWork: How to Build a High-Performance Team. This book covers all the nuts and bolts of what goes into building an incredible team including what it takes to attract strong talent, how to write a compelling job description, and even the best practices for onboarding someone new.Natalie Dawson is an expert in developing people and building scalable teams. She has interviewed, hired, trained, and led thousands of employees over the...2022-02-2530 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 16 Changing the Continent - African Entrepreneurship with Yacob BerhaneOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Howard University graduate Yacob Berhane, the cofounder and CEO of Pariti, a venture capitalist platform based in Nairobi that connects  founders with investors. If you're on the continent of Africa and are in the tech space or you're in the start up space looking for capital, Pariti is the go to platform to help bring your ideas to life. Mark and Yacob discuss what led Yacob to this point, his upbringing, what Pariti is, its objective, and how the company is trying to help s...2022-02-2448 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 15 Funding Education and Looking for Equitable Outcomes with Dr. Stephen OwensOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Dr Stephen Owens from the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute to discuss school funding and its effect on impoverished neighborhoods and students. Dr. Owens is a University of Georgia alumni and is an expert in school funding and budgeting. He  breaks down what exactly is going on with the educational system as far as funding and budgeting but especially in low income areas.America ranks 12th in the world in reference to education. In the state of Georgia 50% of all the school budget comes f...2022-02-171h 02The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 14 Born in Blackness with Howard FrenchOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Howard W. French, an author and a professor of journalism at Columbia University. Today's discussion delves deep into Professor French's book: Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World War. Highlights from the episode:Price of Gold Mansa MusaEurope in 1471The Fort of El MinaPortugal & West  Africa Resources: Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World WarConnect with Mark Dawso...2022-02-101h 12The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 13 Same Storm, Different Boats with Dr. Na'Taki Osborne JelksOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with Spellman professor Dr. Na'Taki Osborne Jelks, co-founder of the West Atlanta watershed alliance and who also serves on the EPA's National Environmental Justice Advisory counsel. Today's discussion is about climate change, environmental risk, solutions, and the troubling menace of Urban Heat Islands. The duo also discuss environmental habits and how we can help improve the climate. Black communities have been disrupted due to the building of highways and roads. Not only disruption but a health impact due to carbon emissions from the c...2022-02-0352 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 12 Criminal Justice, Civil Rights and the Importance of Public Defenders with Ilham "Illy" AskiaOn this week's episode of the Parley in All Blue Podcast, Mark sits down with the executive director of Gideon's Promise Ilham "Illy" Askia. Today's discussion focuses on the criminal justice system, what is "Gideon's Promise," how it started and what their mission is along with what services they provide. This highlights American history for ALL it's citizens and how it was changed by one man's letter in 1963 which has benefited and changed the lives of countless Americans of all races, backgrounds, and creedsGideon's Promise and their mission is to transform the criminal justice system by...2022-01-2758 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 11 The Red and Green Lines of Housing and Black Wealth with Charlton HamerOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Charlton Hamer,  the Senior Vice President of Habitat Affordable Group. Today's discussion focuses on housing, housing policy, the housing wealth gap between black and white families along with its long history in America. As a child Charlton was interested in cities and it's architectures along with landmarks but didn't really know how to articulate or express his interest. His father wanted him to be an architect and in order to nurture his interests he gave him literature on architecture. While reading, Charlton saw something th...2022-01-201h 07The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 10 Creating A World That Respects Work with Dr. Ira MurrayOn this episode of The Parley in All Blue, Mark is joined by Dr. Ira Murray who is the President and CEO of United Way of the Capital Area in Mississippi to discuss the acronym "ALICE" (Asset limited income constrained & employed), its meaning, who makes up ALICE and what can we do to close some of the gaps in reference to ALICE. Dr. Ira also speaks on the statistics behind ALICE and what the data is telling us from a national perspective, while also discussing what are some of the policies and things we can do to improve the...2022-01-1355 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 09 Healthcare Equity: Seeing Yourself Matters with Dr. Khadeja JohnsonIn this episode of the Parley in All Blue, Mark sits down with Dr. Khadeja Johnson a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Education at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Johnson treats patients at Grady Memorial Hospital and is the course director of Fundamentals of Medicine 2, course director of the MD3 Orientation Course, co-course director for Connections: Interprofessional Education at Morehouse School of Medicine, and is a Learning Community mentor.  She is committed to serving the underserved and has a passion for medical education. Highlights from the episode:Getting VaccinatedAccess to Healthcare Long-Effects of...2022-01-0642 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 08 Wanting Good Things For All Children with Dr. Rhea Williams BishopIn this episode of the Parley in All Blue, Mark sits down with Dr. Rhea Williams Bishop. Rhea Williams - Bishop is director of Mississippi and New Orleans Programming for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. In this role, she supports the foundation’s efforts to promote thriving children, working families and equitable communities. The Pandemic has affected everyone but none more so than children. Families have been struggling with food, housing, and employment.  Children all over the U.S. were required to attend school virtually, resulting in a severe learning loss. Dr. Rhea Williams-Bishop’s phila...2021-12-221h 01The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 07 Startup Life - The Arrow has to be Pulled Back with Jean Pierre AlfredIn this episode of The Parley in all Blue, Mark speaks with Jean Pierre Alfred about how he got started in entrepreneurship, serving in the military, getting into business with his brother and his startup business.   Jean Pierre is an entrepreneur  and a social media influencer.  Mark and Jean Pierre  discuss how important it is to get out of  your comfort zone. It means different things for different people and for JP that meant going to work at a retail store after graduating college and serving in the military. For my audience out there it could mean going back home...2021-12-161h 00The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 06 Slavery's Long Afterlife: Race Norming & The NFL with Dr. Tracie CanadaIn this episode of The Parley in all Blue, Mark speaks with Dr. Tracie Canada about Race Norming and the NFL. Dr. Tracie is an anthropologist and an assistant professor of anthropology at the University of  Notre Dame. Her ethnographic research uses sport to theorize race, kinship, gender and the body. Mark and Tracie define race norming,  how the players are compensated and answers that complex question of whether the NFL is  racist. Highlights from the episode:What is Race Norming?Anti-blackness in college footballThe importance of representationIs the NFL Racist?Defining AnthropologyConnect with Dr...2021-12-0957 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 05 There's Something New Everyday with William HaleyMark and Bill discuss the cultural and  historical organization, The Jackie Robinson West Little League, and how it is so much more than baseball. They explore  the ins and outs of the League and how important an organization like this is to the Black community. The pandemic affected us all but for Bill, he saw this as an opportunity to tap into his creative side. He started taking pictures on long walks and soon fell in love with photography. Bill shares a few photos he took around the city of Chicago. Each photo tells a story full of history an...2021-12-0252 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp. 04 Trusted Voices with Erin Shirley OreyMark and Erin discuss how public health was affected by the pandemic. They discuss Erin’s father, Dr. Aaron Shirley and the MacArthur Genius Grant. Erin and Mark also talk about healthcare in Mississippi and United Health Care. They  explore  the hesitancy of getting the  vaccine for Covid-19 and how important trusted voices are to the Black community. Highlights from the episode:History of public healthDr. Aaron ShirleyHealth Connect ProgramShortage of healthcare providersThe Vaccine for Covid-19Connect with Erin Shirley Orey:LinkedIn: Erin Shirley OreyConnect with Mark Dawson:Instag...2021-11-2451 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 3: We Have all We Need with Calvin Vismale Highlights from the episode:The impact of Morehouse College on Calvin and his communityStories and details of Black history from a man who was thereStudying finance and making deals in the US economyThe connection between Black economics and Black powerTalent and leadership throughout Black history and todayConnect with Calvin Vismale:LinkedIn: Calvin Vismale3E Empire: https://emergingeconomicequityempire.org/Connect with Mark Dawson:Instagram: @iammarkdawsonLinkedIN: @mark-a-dawsonWebsite: www.bentonmuse.comTwitter: @Iammarkdawson 2021-11-181h 04The Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 02: Development Without Displacement with Lyneir RichardsonIn this episode of The Parley in all Blue, Mark speaks with Lyneir Richardson about building Black wealth. Lyneir is from the Westside of Chicago  who leads a life full of family, work, and helping his community wherever he is. Entrepreneurship is in his blood; he now is CEO of The Chicago Trend and shares his inclusive urban development practices with students at Rutgers college.  Mark and Lyneir discuss how Black-owned businesses can gain capital opportunities and why there is a gap in capital for this community. They discuss the difference between bridging the gap between neighborhoods wit...2021-11-1142 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonEp 01: The Voting Green Book with Helen ButlerWelcome to Mark Dawson’s podcast, The Parley in all Bleu. In this episode, Mark discusses the importance of voting rights with Helen Butler. Helen is the executive director of The People's Agenda, a Georgia-based voter’s rights organization that advocates for voters throughout the state and into the Southeast.  Voter rights are as important as ever as we see changes in public policy. November 2020 had the highest voter turnout and the most engagement of citizens. New laws in Georgia bring oppression to voters with new restrictions reminiscent of Jim Crow laws. Helen and her team make sure e...2021-11-0451 minThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonThe Parley in All Blue with Mark DawsonWelcome to The Parley In All Blue with Mark Dawson PodcastYour host, Mark, shares with you what you can expect from The Parley In All Blue Podcast.This podcast has 4 main pillars: Leadership, History, Culture, and Living Well. In this welcomes message Mark will explain to you what you can expect from each of these pillars.If you want to know when we will be launching the podcast, connect with Mark on Instagram or LinkedIn, so when we launch the podcast, you will be the first to know.Connect with Mark Dawson:Instagram: @iammarkdawsonLinkedIN: @mark-a-dawsonWebsite: www.bentonmuse...2021-09-2305 minThe Therapy ShedThe Therapy ShedWhat's the point in Therapy?In episode 2, listen to Mark and Brian continue to chat about their experiences in the world of therapy. This episode delves into the reasons why a person may access therapy, the difference between talking with a therapist compared to talking with family or friends, and explores the importance of self-reflection, empathy and congruence. Plus, an interesting insight into the confidentiality skills required to be a local barber!2021-06-281h 04The Therapy ShedThe Therapy ShedIntro Episode; Getting to know usWelcome to the first episode of The Therapy Shed podcast. Listen in to the Shed for an introduction to the hosts, Mark and Brian, sharing their stories and experiences that led to them becoming practicing clinical therapists.2021-06-131h 09The Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowHindsight's 2020: the Self-Publishing Year in Recap - with Mark DawsonMark and James take a look back at a year that presented the self-publishing community with some unique challenges.2021-01-0846 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingMark Dawson on Growing, Experimenting and Collaborations within PublishingIn this episode Mark catches up with Mark Dawson to see how his publishing collaboration with Welbeck has been going as well as to find out about some new writing and publishing projects. This episode is sponsored by: You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway.   Prior to the interview Mark shares the following: Comments from recent episodes A welcome to new patrons A personal update that includes: Short story writing deadlines (2 target hits w...2020-10-301h 00Stark Reflections on Writing and PublishingStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingMark Dawson on Growing, Experimenting and Collaborations within PublishingIn this episode Mark catches up with Mark Dawson to see how his publishing collaboration with Welbeck has been going as well as to find out about some new writing and publishing projects. This episode is sponsored by: You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway.   Prior to the interview Mark shares the following: Comments from recent episodes A welcome to new patrons A personal update that includes: Short story writing deadlines (2 target hits w...2020-10-301h 00List EnvyList EnvyTop 5 geek things that aren’t geekyComedy writer and performer Steve Dawson gets nerdy — but not really that nerdy — and talks about the culture and stereotypes around the word “geek”. But also there’s lots of stuff with lasers and electronic music. (00:00) - Introduction (06:58) - Steve's pick: Star Wars (12:42) - Mark's pick: The Big Bang Theory (19:26) - Steve's pick: Synthesisers (26:32) - Steve's pick: Collections (31:52) - Mark's pick: Game of Thrones (40:16) - Steve's pick: Comic-Con (46:26) - Mark's pick: Board games (51:14) - Steve's pick: Knowing how to use gadgets (58:46) - Recess (01:00:40) - Building the final list (01:02:40) - Goodbyes Steve talks about the book Laught...2020-02-111h 04The Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowMy Year in Review - with Mark DawsonSPF's very own Mark Dawson details the key elements of his career as a bestselling self-published author in 2019.  2020-01-3153 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingAnother Publishing Industry First with Mark DawsonMark interviews international bestselling author Mark Dawson about his journey through publishing, his author support business and the ground-breaking publishing deal he just signed. Prior to the interview, Mark shares some comments left on previous episodes and via Twitter. He also shares a word about the episode's sponsor Findaway Voices. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. In his personal update, Mark talks about Canadian Thanksgiving, putting up Halloween decorations in the...2019-10-1854 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingAnother Publishing Industry First with Mark DawsonMark interviews international bestselling author Mark Dawson about his journey through publishing, his author support business and the ground-breaking publishing deal he just signed. Prior to the interview, Mark shares some comments left on previous episodes and via Twitter. He also shares a word about the episode's sponsor Findaway Voices. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. In his personal update, Mark talks about Canadian Thanksgiving, putting up Halloween decorations in the...2019-10-1854 minThe Self Publishing SpotlightThe Self Publishing SpotlightSelf Publishing Spotlight 007: Mark DawsonWelcome to the Self Publishing Spotlight, where each week we ask authors the same five questions about their process, their mistakes, and their successes. This week’s author grilling involves indie bestseller and SPF co-founder, Mark Dawson.2019-07-3121 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingGerman Spy Thrillers with Mark O'NeillIn this episode Mark interviews Mark O'Neill a writer of German spy thrillers who has released more than a dozen books in his Department 89 spy thriller series in the past couple of years after spending thirty years passionate about writing. Prior to the interview, Mark talks about a Twitter comment from Rachel Amphlett regarding episode 78. He also thanks Patrons of the show who support it via www.patreon.com/starkreflections. Mark also shares a personal update about receiving his annual royalty statement and cheque from one of his publishers, referring to it as "...2019-06-1440 minStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingStark Reflections on Writing and PublishingGerman Spy Thrillers with Mark O'NeillIn this episode Mark interviews Mark O'Neill a writer of German spy thrillers who has released more than a dozen books in his Department 89 spy thriller series in the past couple of years after spending thirty years passionate about writing. Prior to the interview, Mark talks about a Twitter comment from Rachel Amphlett regarding episode 78. He also thanks Patrons of the show who support it via www.patreon.com/starkreflections. Mark also shares a personal update about receiving his annual royalty statement and cheque from one of his publishers, referring to it as "...2019-06-1440 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowWhat's Working Right Now: Amazon Ads - with Mark DawsonIn the final part of our mini-series on ads, our very own Mark Dawson drills down into the Amazon ads platform, explaining how it can help form a key part of your marketing mix.2019-06-0745 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowSPS-150: The Million Dollar Year - with Mark DawsonIn the week that the Self Publishing Formula Podcast gets rebranded as The Self Publishing Show, Mark reflects on a major achievement as an indie author in 2018.2018-12-1358 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowMasterclass: Amazon Ads - What’s Working Right Now - with Mark DawsonIn this special masterclass edition, Mark provides key advice and insight on the latest tips and tricks that are currently working in the Amazon ads space.2018-11-1646 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowThe 2018 Indie Author Toolkit - with Mark DawsonSPF’s very own Mark Dawson provides a rundown of the key tools needed to help make your indie author career a successful one.2018-08-3140 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowSelf Publishing Marketing Q & A - with Mark DawsonIn this special edition of the podcast, tune in to a Marketing Q & A with Mark on all things self publishing. Find out how to deal with ad platform changes, find new readers and gen up on fresh marketing tactics with one of the world's most successful indie authors.2018-06-131h 12The Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowMasterclass: How To Get Reviews - with Mark DawsonMark and James discuss how even beginning authors can gather reviews for their books, and why this matters. This week’s highlights include: The chicken and egg problem for new writers trying to get book reviews How to avoid Amazon removing your reviews The benefits of an Advanced Reader team Getting your readers enrolled in your […]2018-02-1644 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowHow to get started in Self Publishing – with Mark DawsonWhat happens after an indie author types THE END? Mark and James talk to several self-published authors about the journey from finished manuscript to published book, covering topics such as the importance of a durable author platform, solid launch strategies and the self publishing community.2017-06-0953 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowSelf Publishing – How Much Does it Cost? – with Mark DawsonHow much money should you reasonably expect to invest when self-publishing a book? Mark Dawson and James Blatch share the all-important financial details that indie authors need to know about.2017-06-0245 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowThe One Thing I Wish I’d Known When Starting My Indie Author Career – with Mark DawsonBest-selling indie author Mark Dawson discusses 'The One Thing' he wished he'd known when starting out on his indie author career.2017-05-2640 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowMasterclass: Amazon Ads – With Mark DawsonIn this week's podcast episode Mark Dawson hosts a masterclass on Amazon Ads, explaining how indie authors can use them to sell books and boost their visibility and platform.2017-03-1745 minSucks RadioSucks RadioSucksRadio: :The Mark Dawson Band In the Silo Pt 2The post SucksRadio: :The Mark Dawson Band In the Silo Pt 2 appeared first on When It Sucks It Blows.2016-11-0106 minSucks Radio:Motivation|Comedy|LifeChanging|FunnyPodcastingSucks Radio:Motivation|Comedy|LifeChanging|FunnyPodcastingSucksRadio: :The Mark Dawson Band In the Silo Pt 2On Top, The Pappie Doc Sessions, Mark Dawson’s Habeas Corpus.|www.whenitsucksitblows.com available on iTunes2016-11-0125 minSucks RadioSucks RadioSucksRadio: :The Mark Dawson Band In the Silo Pt 1The post SucksRadio: :The Mark Dawson Band In the Silo Pt 1 appeared first on When It Sucks It Blows.2016-10-3106 minSucks RadioSucks RadioSucksRadio: :Mark Cuban Ain’t So Cuban|What’s so cool in DallasThe post SucksRadio: :Mark Cuban Ain’t So Cuban|What’s so cool in Dallas appeared first on When It Sucks It Blows.2016-09-2900 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowMasterclass: A detailed look at a book launch – With Mark DawsonThere are many, many things that go into a successful book launch. For a self-published author it can be enough to make your head spin. That’s why it’s such a great thing to have an experienced and successful self published author like Mark to walk you through his own best practices and mistakes. That’s exactly […]2016-05-2741 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowBONUS! Mark Dawson’s Self Publishing Income Report for April 2016  Why would a successfully self published author like Mark Dawson openly share his income and expenses for his self publishing business? It’s not to brag and not to put himself a peg or two above others. It’s to show you what’s possible. Really, Mark’s a regular guy just like you who is learning how to make Indie publishing work for himself. He wants you to come along for the ride and learn how to do it for yourself. You can do it. You need to believe that. On this episode y...2016-05-1311 minThe Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowLive from the London Book Fair 2016, Part 2 – With Mark Dawson and James BlatchIn the second part of our London Book Fair special, Mark and James get to talk to key providers in the digital publishing space such as Draft2Digital, Reedsy and Byte the Book as well as indie publishing guru and author Joanna Penn. And in additional interviews you can hear how four young authors are progressing […]2016-04-221h 04The Self Publishing ShowThe Self Publishing ShowMasterclass – Five Must Do Actions for New Authors – With Mark DawsonIf you’re thinking of kicking off a career as an indie author, or have already started down that road, listening to Podcast number 4 might save you a lot of time, money and effort as you move forward. Mark and James focus on key elements that are worth getting right at the start of your […]2016-03-2539 min