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OG INSPIRATIONDr. Alonzo Johnson-Visionary, Community Leader, Author, Pastor, ProfessorDr. Alonzo Johnson graduated from Claflin University with a B.A. in Religious Studies and a minor in philosophy. He then went to receive a Master of Divinity, Master of Sacred Theology, Master of Philosophy, and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Union Theological Seminary. Known as a self-starter, builder and visionary, and a consummate team player in the course of his career, academia, the church, and the business world, Dr. Alonzo Johnson has and continues to enjoy both the pleasure and the awesome responsibility of facing the challenges that come with establishing, nurturing and directing...2022-05-171h 02
OG INSPIRATIONPam Hill-Buy a Home for the Price of a CarPam Hill received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with a minor in Political Science from Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. She went on to receive her master's degree in International Development and Finance from Harvard University in Boston, Massachusetts. Today she is an entrepreneur and CEO of a multi-million-dollar real-estate company, a business and money expert, a former Fortune-500 executive, and founder of My Smart Cousin. Pam's main goal is to help Black and Brown folks, and especially women, understand their money, increase their accountability and build generational wealth.Growing up, her mother told her o...2022-04-211h 06
OG INSPIRATIOND. Neil Elliott–A Higher Road: Higher Road: Cleanse Your Consciousness to Transcend the Ego and Ascend Spiritually - A 7-Step Process to Inner Peace, Joy, Love, Abundance, and ProsperityTo any outsider, D. Neil Elliott was highly educated, owned a profitable consulting firm, and had a successful career and an amazing wife and family. But things were not all they seemed to be … Neil was facing a lot of challenges. In a phrase, he was in a dark place. Quite by accident, he discovered a Higher Road. As he traveled that road, he found the key to transforming his life.Over the course of the following year, Neil lifted himself to an inner state of love, peace, joy, and abundance. His perspectives on life changed entirely. Hi...2022-04-0954 min
OG INSPIRATIONNavigating Cancer Together with Talaya DendyDr. Odell Glenn, Jr. holds four degrees in various engineering disciplines, including a doctorate in chemical engineering. He is an engineering instructor at a research university. In addition to his scholarly achievements, he serves as an ordained minister at an AME church. He is an author, motivational speaker, radio host personality, and primary caregiver to his parents. Dr. Glenn, Jr. is also the founder and CEO of a non-profit called The 3 Tier Foundation, which provides SAT prep courses for high school students, financial education workshops for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and respite care for caregivers.A few h...2022-04-0947 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Ronnie Parson-BIshop/Author/EngineerDr. Ronnie Parson has served in the pastoral ministry for over thirty-five years and is presently the senior pastor of The Living Church Ministries located in Charlotte and Statesville North Carolina (NC) and Regional Apostle in the Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith Inc. Region 12 includes churches in (Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Massachusetts-Lawsonian, Oregon, Washington, Caribbean Islands (Jamaica, Caracas, Trinidad, and Grenada).Dr. Parson holds an earned Doctorate in Marriage and Family Counseling, and a Masters of Theology Arts in Christian Counseling, both from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Also, he holds a Bachelor of...2022-04-091h 04
OG INSPIRATIONShellee Howard- Author of ”How to Send Your Student To College Without Losing Your Mind or Your moneyShellee Howard is the owner and president of College Ready. She is a college graduate and is a Certified Educational Planner. Shellee has a son who graduated from Harvard in the spring of 2016 debt-free! Her son is currently a third-year medical student at UC San Diego. Her daughter completed her freshman year at the University of Alabama and will complete her Nursing degree this year. Shellee has traveled around the world helping students plan for their “perfect match” college. She knows what it takes to compete in Ivy schools as well as find the best fit for all students. Shel...2022-04-0949 min
OG INSPIRATIONCatherine Alton--CEO and Co-Founder of ART Financial Solutions, LLC ; Queen of Alston KingdomCatherine Latoya Grant-Alston is an Amazon #1 best seller author, entrepreneur, and international award-winning executive for a Fortune 300 company. She is the CEO and Co-Founder of ART Financial Solutions, LLC as well as the Queen of Alston Kingdom.Catherine Latoya holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Connecticut as well as a Master of Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts. In addition to her educational experience with finance, she has worked in the financial industry for 20+ plus years. Currently, Catherine is an executive holding the position of Director, Global Cash Operations. She...2021-11-181h 05
OG INSPIRATIONChristian Evans-Industry Leader in Coaching and MentoringChristian Evans is an expert in building successful online businesses that can explode your income and your mindset! Christian has been featured as a guest on numerous nationally known podcasts like Hustle to Freedom, Side Hustle to Small Business & many more! Christian hosts his own podcast Journey with Christian D. Evans in which he interviews and dives into the brilliant minds of experts in their industry! His mission is to discover and expose secret weapons for which to harness and achieve success and significance within the online space.He has had the opportunity to network & interview people s...2021-11-1245 min
OG INSPIRATIONThomas Russo---Author of "There are No Politics in Heaven"Thomas Russo currently serves as Town Manager in Newton, NJ, with 14 years of dedicated service to the County Seat of Sussex County, NJ. Thomas Russo has 24 years of experience in municipal and county government as well as the nonprofit sector. His experience includes but is not limited to budgeting, purchasing, human resources, public relations, project oversight, contract negotiations, government relations, economic revitalization & redevelopment, and community relations. Thomas Russo is a competent and confident servant leader; a proven visionary and strategic thinker with highly effective communications and organizational skills.Thomas Russo previously served as an elected official in two...2021-10-231h 07
OG INSPIRATIONTina Collura--Award Winning Business Growth Strategist and CoachTina Collura is an award-winning business growth strategist and coach. She is the founder and Ceo of the "SEE YOURSELF GROW COACHING COMPANY". Her zone of genius is helping business owners triple their revenue at the speed of light by getting crystal clear on their messaging, their processes and making their potential clients ask them for the sale.Tina Collura is a wife, mom, and boss at everything she does. You give her 15 minutes and she will teach you how to stop wasting time and money and how to stop leaving money on the table. She helps h...2021-09-0643 min
OG INSPIRATIONGarry Cox-retired educator and poetGarry Cox, retired educator and poet released a new poetry book, “Coffee with the Bard: 2020 Blues.” This book provides deep reflections from the challenges of the past year and gives readers hope for the future.Cox wrote “Coffee with the Bard: 2020 Blues” during the coronavirus pandemic. Rooted in love, this book begins with the poem, I Had a Life, dedicated to the memory of his late wife Bernice.“For years, I wrote a poem every morning for Bernice on a dry erase board at home, before I left for work. She enjoyed the poems and they let he...2021-08-2936 min
OG INSPIRATIONDeborah Ausburn–Author of Raising Other People’s Children: What Foster Parenting Taught Me About Bringing Together a Blended Family Deborah Ausburn–Author of Raising Other People’s Children: What FostDeborah Ausburn is a member of Taylor English’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department, where she focuses on advising and defending youth-serving organizations. Ms. Ausburn has spent more than 30 years as a social worker, foster parent, criminal prosecutor, and civil trial attorney. Her experience includes successful cases before the United States Supreme Court in constitutional claims, extensive work in free speech and religious freedom issues, and dozens of successful jury trials. That experience has given her a national presence with organizations that serve young people.
Ms. Ausburn's background has given her unique insights into defending child care ce...2021-08-2653 min
OG INSPIRATIONDeborah Ausburn–Author of Raising Other People’s Children: What Foster Parenting Taught Me About Bringing Together a Blended Family Deborah Ausburn–Author of Raising Other People’s Children: What FostDeborah Ausburn is a member of Taylor English’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department, where she focuses on advising and defending youth-serving organizations. Ms. Ausburn has spent more than 30 years as a social worker, foster parent, criminal prosecutor, and civil trial attorney. Her experience includes successful cases before the United States Supreme Court in constitutional claims, extensive work in free speech and religious freedom issues, and dozens of successful jury trials. That experience has given her a national presence with organizations that serve young people.Ms. Ausburn's background has given her unique insights into defending child care ce...2021-08-2653 min
OG INSPIRATIONKimberly Starks----Public Relations PractitionerKimberly M. Starks, APR is an accredited public relations practitioner with a specialization in reputation management. She is the principal consultant of Blue Scorpion Reputation Management, a PR firm specializing in the areas of video gaming, agribusiness, pet health and wellness, and government contracting. She also is the co-founder and CEO of Immense DC, an esports consultancy. Prior to launching her firms, she served as the spokeswoman for the Georgia Lottery Corp. and was a print reporter at a number of newspapers throughout the Southeast. She is a board member of the Georgia Game Developers Association (GGDA) and Positive...2021-08-2150 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Odell Glenn's interview with Abdulrahman Atif out of DubaiDr. Odell Glenn Jr. holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from The State University of New York at Stony Brook, two master of science degrees from New Jersey Institute of Technology (electrical and manufacturing systems engineering), and doctoral degrees from The University of South Carolina in chemical engineering. His dissertation title is entitled "Fundamental aspects of novel technology and Computational Fluid Dynamic model that includes air, carbon dioxide, dry ice, and essential oils to deactivate allergenic proteins typically found on carpets and mattresses in indoor home environments. Dr. Glenn is a full-time instructor in the Department of Mechanical E...2021-08-091h 01
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Calvin Tibbs– Pastor of Kingdom Dominion Church (KDC)Dr. Calvin Tibbs is the pastor of Kingdom Dominion Church (KDC) in Villa Rica, GA is the CEO of Daylight Ministries, and is an advisor to multiple boards. He is the author of four books and is working on his 5th work designed to help Christian leaders and believers fulfill Jesus' 4 Big Commands. Tibbs is a husband of 37 years to college sweetheart Kimberly, is a father of three grown children and grandfather of 2 girls.Pastor Tibbs holds an earned doctorate in Ministry from South University with a concentration on integrating Millenials at Church (IMAC), a succession plan...2021-08-011h 01
OG INSPIRATIONScott Steward---Entrepreneur, Podcast Co-HostA Master Certified Teacher of Entrepreneurship, Scott L. Steward, Big Stew, Professor Steward, depending on how you know him, is an 18-time award-winning teacher of entrepreneurship, expertise is frequently sought after by various publications. A former Chicago Public School teacher, he provides tips on entrepreneurial ventures and suggestions for emerging entrepreneurs. In addition, Scott authored a business plan that is featured in the book, Make $1,000 in 35 days, is a contributor to the textbook, Entrepreneurship: Owning Your FUTURE 11thEdition, (Pearson, Prentice Hall), and author of 31 Ways to Improve Your Life: a Book of Stewisms’s.Known as the “forc...2021-07-2758 min
OG INSPIRATIONAngela Lewis--former Division I basketball player, author, coach, entrepreneurAngela Lewis is a former professional basketball player, championship winning coach and author who is passionate about empowering the lives of young women. Due to her global experiences, she understands the challenges young women face today and the opportunities the future holds.At ten years old Angela was already five foot eight inches tall and a victim of sexual assault by a neighbor. A shy and insecure child, she overcame the ridicule of others by having basketball as an outlet. Basketball literally opened a world of opportunities and Angela is committed to using her voice to help y...2021-07-2356 min
OG INSPIRATIONAbdulraham Atif--Dubai Civil EngineerAbdulrahman Atif has worked in the construction, oil, and gas infrastructure for 9 years. He is also the host and co-founder of "Civil Engineering vibes" podcastHe believes life is a journey where you have to learn and discover and evolve each day where goals and purpose could change as we evolve. Learning each day is self-investment and he offers this as best advice. Failure is nothing more than an opportunity. He has been in startups wherein 90% of them failed, but he took it as an opportunity to learn.Teamed up with Dr. Ganem Kashwani, they talk a...2021-07-1654 min
Civil Engineering VibesMotivational talk with Odell Glenn Jr., PhDDr Odell Glenn Jr. holds a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from The State University of New York at Stony Brook, two master of science degrees from New Jersey Institute of Technology (electrical and manufacturing systems engineering) and a doctoral degree from The University of South Carolina in chemical engineering. He is a full-time instructor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and has taught part-time in the science department at the historically black university “ALLEN UNIVERSITY” in Columbia, SC. Dr Glenn is also a full-time caregiver and has been for over 13 years. He has written a book, entitled “CAREGIVING: THE INSPIR...2021-07-161h 02
OG INSPIRATIONAlicia Butler Pierre--Chemical Engineer turned CEO of Equilibria, Inc., author, adjunct professor, nationally ranked podcasterAlicia Butler Pierre’s career in operations began over 20 years ago as a chemical engineer in several chemical plants and oil refineries in her native Louisiana. Her passion is in designing processes that help people, places and things flow more efficiently. Alicia is the Founder and CEO of Equilibria, Inc., a 16-year-old operations management firm specializing in business infrastructure for fast-growing companies. Her company is currently the world’s largest and most comprehensive repository on business infrastructure for small businesses.It is at Equilibria where she invented the KasennuTM framework for business infrastructure and software by the same...2021-07-121h 14
OG INSPIRATIONJaer Armstead- JonesJaer Armstead-Jones has been a middle school English teacher in the St. Louis area since 2007 (known as Mr. Jarrod Jones). He earned a bachelor’s degree in media communications from Webster University in Webster Groves, Missouri, and a master’s degree in secondary education from the University of Phoenix.Throughout his teaching of reading and writing, he has always had a burning desire to write books for middle grade and high school teens that they can relate to, find enjoyment in, and books that are alluring to keep them in a state of suspense. My Invisible Father is his...2021-07-121h 05
OG INSPIRATIONKatie O'Malley- "Courage-Coaching"Katie O'Malley, M.Ed., is a Leadership Coach and Educator with 15 years of professional experience serving the nonprofit, corporate and higher education sectors. Across these workplaces, Katie noticed her strengths and values consistently steered her toward the support and development of others. In 2013, Katie translated this observation into action and pursued a Master's Degree in Counseling and Board Certification in Executive and Career Coaching.Currently, Katie works full-time as the Senior Associate Director of Leadership Development at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. In this role, Katie designs developmental workshops, provides team and leadership coaching...2021-07-1248 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Wandy W. Taylor and Dr. James A. Taylor-The Imperfect Storm: RACISM and a Pandemic Collide in AmericaDr. Wandy W. Taylor holds a doctorate in educational leadership and management from Capella University, an Ed.S. in educational administration from the University of West Georgia, and M.Ed. from South Carolina State University, and a B.A. from the University of South Carolina. She has worked in public education for 23 years, having served as a counselor, assistant principal, principal, and director. She is a consultant with the Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement and CEO of Taylor & Taylor Education Consultants, LLC, a company she co-owns with her husband, Dr. James A. Taylor.Dr. James A...2021-05-211h 09
OG INSPIRATIONTimmothy B. McCann- Author of "Until", "The Book of Love" and "Divorcing Atlanta"Timmothy B. McCann graduated with a B.S. in Economics from Florida A&M University but was born to tell stories. Lucky for him, the written and spoken word came easily. What started as charging other football players in his dorm to pen love letters for them, grew to his first national bestselling novel entitled Until. Through his words, he hopes to inspire others, change hearts and minds for the greater good, and give voice to the voiceless.The former owner of a financial planning firm is now a commercial real estate broker and E-publishing company owner...2021-05-0657 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Odell Glenn Jr.- Interview with Rex HalbeisenDr. Odell Glenn Jr. holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from The State University of New York at Stony Brook, two master of science degrees from New Jersey Institute of Technology (electrical and manufacturing systems engineering), and doctoral degrees from The University of South Carolina in chemical engineering. His dissertation title entitled "Fundamental aspects of novel technology and Computational Fluid Dynamic model that includes air, carbon dioxide, dry ice, and essential oils to deactivate allergenic proteins typically found on carpets and mattresses in indoor home environments. Dr. Glenn is a full-time instructor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering a...2021-04-3052 min
OG INSPIRATIONGivers University- Ernest Adam Csolkovits-Founder and Patriarch of the Givers UniversityErnest Adam Csolkovits was born in 1956 in Chicago, Illinois. His humble beginnings were that of the son of a milkman. At age 16, he started his business career at a commission sales job selling janitorial services to business owners. At the age of 19, E. A. Csolkovits met Sam Robbins, a millionaire businessman from Detroit, Michigan. Sam took E. A. Csolkovits under his wing and began to mentor him. Csolkovits began working for Sam at the House of Holland Jewelers in the diamond business. In 1980, Sam established a private grant meant to be a part of his legacy due to his l...2021-04-201h 04
OG INSPIRATIONNick Shelton-"An Introvert's Guide to World Domination" a social strategy coachNick Shelton, a social strategy coach, holds a B.S. in English Literature from Colorado State University and is a best-selling author of the book entitled "An Introvert's Guide to World Domination" fine-tuning the craft of effective, high-level social strategy and networking for 25 years. Beginning with his time in the United States Air Force, Nick learned skills that were indispensable to his journey. Coupled with extensive research and 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, Nick finally cracked the code and developed tools that gave him the confidence to flourish in social situations. Nick has successfully built a...2021-04-1258 min
OG INSPIRATIONKeisha Stubbs--Author of "Close or Be Closed"Keisha Stubbs is a woman who hit her personal rock bottom at an early age. There she found a ladder. She ended a tumultuous high school career with a baby bump and fought her way to the graduation stage with a 4-month-old baby on her hip. Following graduation, Keisha and her boyfriend got their own place and raised their son together. Their bliss would prove to be short-lived. By the time Keisha was 23 her boyfriend was murdered and she became a single mother with no idea how to manage on her own. The next year she lost the apartment...2021-04-071h 06
OG INSPIRATIONKevin Greene- Published caricaturist, cartoonist, artist and graphic designerKevin Greene is an artist and graphic designer with much experience in logo design. He is also a published caricaturist and cartoonist. He has crafted logos for many small businesses and individuals and enjoys capturing the essence of a business in one clean, simple design. Kevin Greene was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and, showing an attribute for art, went to the High School of Art and Design and the School Of Visual Arts, both in Manhattan. He has worked in the art field as a freelance artist and caricaturist and in the apparel industry as a...2021-04-0357 min
OG INSPIRATIONBo-Dean Sanders- A Journey of Diversity and Inclusion through SportBo-Dean became the first male on his mother's side of the family to receive a four-year, Bachelor of Arts degree. Bo-Dean Sanders transferred from Cheyney University, the oldest Historically Black College-University (HBCU) in America, to Villanova University, where he played football on a majority white team. After Villanova, which had previously dropped football after the 1980 season, reinstated it in 1984. Bo-Dean acclimated to the majority white team and in 1989, earned his varsity ring and jacket. In his memoir entitled "Race Against....Against Race", he writes about diversity & inclusion in sports and the positive impact multiculturalism had on his personal relationships...2021-03-301h 07
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Odell Glenn Jr.- CEO and FOUNDER OF OGINSPIRATIONDr. Odell Glenn Jr. holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from The State University of New York at Stony Brook, two master of science degrees from New Jersey Institute of Technology (electrical and manufacturing systems engineering), and doctoral degrees from The University of South Carolina in chemical engineering. His dissertation title entitled "Fundamental aspects of novel technology and Computational Fluid Dynamic model that includes air, carbon dioxide, dry ice, and essential oils to deactivate allergenic proteins typically found on carpets and mattresses in indoor home environments. Dr. Glenn is a full-time instructor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering a...2021-03-2654 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Marcia Ledford, Esq.-Political Theology MattersThe Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford’s ministry focuses on Southwest Detroit’s Latinx population—located at an international port with an aggressive regional ICE director. Dr. Ledford is a civil rights attorney representing society’s most marginalized. She has dedicated her working life to the pursuit of justice because when one group of persons is diminished, we are all thus diminished.An Episcopal priest, Dr. Ledford studied theology at the Ecumenical Theological Seminary in Detroit, Michigan. While there, she engaged in urban studies for ministry and explored theologies of the marginalized from around the world. Dr. Ledford holds a...2021-03-191h 01
OG INSPIRATIONTiffany Moore--Humanitarian entrepreneurTiffany Moore received a bachelor's degree in sociology from Buffalo State College and a master's degree from the transnational studies department with a specialty in "Global Gender Studies" from The University of Buffalo. Today Tiffany is a Human Rights Activist and Consultant, turned Coach. After more than 10 years working full-time in the non-profit world, she was tired of being restricted on when, how, and where to work. Venturing out on her own, she struggled with how to navigate being in business for herself. Fiercely passionate about changing the world but not knowing how to bridge the gap into the...2021-03-1653 min
OG INSPIRATIONValerie F. Leonard-NonProfit Utopia, LLCValerie F. Leonard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Spelman College and a Master of Management with concentrations in finance and marketing from the Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management. She is the former Vice-Chair of the Cook County Commission on Social Innovation’s Social Capital Committee.Valerie F. Leonard is an expert in community and organizational development with a mission to strengthen the capacity of organizations to make a positive impact on the communities they serve through technical assistance, specialized workshops, and organizational development. Her clientele is diverse and includes institutions, emerging organizations, sm...2021-03-1056 min
OG INSPIRATIONKevin Hofmann- Growing Up Black in WhiteKevin D. Hofman grew up in Detroit Michigan and received his Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology from Alma College, a small liberal arts college in Alma, Michigan. Kevin Hofman grew up in a White home as a biracial transracial adoptee and has had an interesting experience as he shares with us in his memoir. His memoir entitled "Growing Up Black In White" shares what it was like to be adopted at 3 months old by a white minister and his wife who already had 3 biological children of their own. Writing the book has afforded Kevin the opportunity to travel all o...2021-03-0857 min
OG INSPIRATIONShaun Eli Breidbart-America's Smartest Stand-Up ComedianShaun Eli Breidbart is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business. You can watch his videos and read some of his writings, including satirical political essays and hundreds of jokes he’s written for late-night television, on his website BrainChampagne.com where his slogan “Brain Champagne: Clever Comedy for Smart Mindssm” rings true.Shaun Eli has rightfully been called one of America’s smartest comics. Whether it’s a story about dining with a vegetarian or successfully fighting a parking ticket, master storyteller Shaun Eli shows you that there’s hilarity in the ordinary if yo...2021-03-0252 min
OG INSPIRATIONDupree Foster- Certified Confidence CoachDupree Foster is a "certified confidence coach" who has for nearly 20 years served his community as both "Emergency Medical Technician and Police Officer". He currently serves as the full-time recruiter for the Chesapeake Police Department, where he is responsible for marketing the department and attracting those who have the heart to serve others. He earned his bachelor's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Longwood University in Farmville, Va. It was there where he served in various campus ministry leadership roles.Dupree Foster believes everyone has unique gifts, skills, talents, and abilities that this world needs. The p...2021-02-2458 min
OG INSPIRATIONBill Woosley- Empowering Christian Entrepreneurs-Five Two NetworkBill Woolsey is the President and Founder of FiveTwo Network, a network that equips Christian entrepreneurs to launch a variety of sustainable start-ups that reach people for Jesus. After starting his undergraduate work at Texas A&M, Bill transferred to a pre-seminary route and then received his Masters of Divinity from Concordia Seminary, serving congregations in a variety of roles for the next decade. In 1997, Bill and his family planted CrossPoint Community Church, a multi-site congregation outside of Houston that led his denomination in growth formost of the 2000s (scaling from 7 to 1600 families). Bill began leading FiveTwo...2021-02-181h 01
OG INSPIRATIONDeidre Reilly-Relatable Christian Author Who Understands DoubtDeidre Reilly is both writer and editor. Her work has appeared on FoxNews.com, CBN.com, and others.She has a new book debuting soon: "The Pretend Christian" (Crosslink Publishing). In “The Pretend Christian,” author Deirdre Reilly takes the reader on her personal journey to find authentic Christian faith, winding through common questions, doubts, and both negative and positive experiences that all lead to the stunning, life-changing reality of Christ’s presence. Filled with raw honesty, sincere doubts, genuine searching, and moving, often humorous insights, “The Pretend Christian” is a candid and bracing modern-day search for the one true God...2021-02-161h 02
OG INSPIRATIONAndrew Robinson--Faith-based fundraisingAndrew Robison is President of Petrus Development. As an established leader in fund development across many sectors of the nonprofit community, Andrew has worked for over 12 years in development roles in Catholic campus ministry, higher education, and academic medicine. Previously at the Texas A&M Foundation, St. Thomas More Newman Center at Ohio State University, and St. Mary’s Catholic Center at Texas A&M University, Andrew welcomed the opportunity to lead Petrus Development and impact more campus ministries around the country. Andrew has a strong passion for Catholic campus ministry and enjoys helping directors and staff build a vi...2021-02-031h 00
OG INSPIRATIONDeigratia Daniels-Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) SpecialistDeigratia Daniels creates solutions with technology. He is an accomplished Systems Engineer, Software Architect, and Project Manager with 20 years of progressive experience in virtual/augmented reality development. His profession includes designing, building, delivering virtual and augmented reality products, training systems, and centers to clients and customers all over the world. Deigratia’s work covers the spectrum of complex military systems to include a proposal, design, manufacturing, testing, delivery, and maintenance. He is a proven team leader, motivator, and active participant, leading with integrity and respect for all.Deigratia received his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from th...2021-01-251h 01
OG INSPIRATIONAndrew Greenberg- Game Developer and The Georgia Game Developers AssociationAndrew Greenberg, director of the Southern Interactive Entertainment and Games Expo (SIEGE) and commissioner of the Georgia Esports League (GEL) and has been organizing large-scale events both domestically and internationally, for decades. In addition to SIEGE and GEL, he also helped organize the Mythic Journeys conferences that brought Deepak Chopra, Janis Ian, Robert Bly, Joyce Carol Oates, and many more to Atlanta. He has organized environmental design conferences in the US and Mexico and helped direct the Human Forum of Puerto Rico that brought together numerous Nobel Prize winners, activists, and others to demonstrate the Power of People Making...2021-01-2554 min
OG INSPIRATIONCandidate for Bishop for the A.M.E Church- Reverend Dr. Orlando McCauleyDr. Orlando McCauley is an experienced Military and Hospice Chaplain, with a stellar history for compassionate pastoral ministry both in the medical field and US Army. He is skilled in Microsoft Word, Pastoral Counseling, Team Building, Fundraising, and Preaching. Strong community and social justice activists, and a professional member of the Association of Professional Chaplains, as a National Board Certified Chaplain. Currently, Asst. Professor of Religion and Pastoral Care and Pastoral Psychology, Dickerson-Green Seminary, Allen University, Columbia, SC. In this interview, the executive team, consisting of Elder Sandy Drayton and Reverend Dr. Jacques Days gives us the history of...2021-01-2558 min
OG INSPIRATIONDomestic Violence- Bought Lessons by Sylvia GatesSylvia Gates was severely injured and rendered paralyzed on the left side at the age of 21 as a result of domestic violence. She defied all expectations and returned to work after a nine-month recuperation period. She worked 22 years as an educator in both public and private schools where she gained professional certification in two states. Declining health forced her to retire at the age of 45. At the same time, she was an ordained minister serving as a pastor in a major protestant church denomination, while working towards chaplaincy credentials with the Department of Mental Health. Most recently, she successfully f...2021-01-0559 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. James Granger, MD: Rebellious Medical DoctorDr. James Granger is a graduate of Howard Medical School in Washington, D.C. Dr. Granger gives the audience tips to high schoolers and college undergraduate students. Organic chemistry is a very important class to take and understand for medical school. He also emphasizes that it is not necessary to major in pre-medicine to enter into medical school. Chemical engineering, English, data science, or other majors can get you into medical school as long as the prerequisites are satisfied.Dr. Granger has been in practice for over 20 years. His office is in Marietta, Georgia and his center is...2021-01-0559 min
OG INSPIRATIONReverend Cary Grady- Faith Based Community LeaderReverend Carey A. Grady was appointed the Pastor of Reid Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Columbia, South Carolina on November 14, 2014.Rev. Carey A Grady is a native of Charleston, S.C., and a product of the public school system. He received a Bachelor of Arts in History from Howard University, Washington, D.C., and a Master of Divinity from Turner Theological Seminary at the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, GA.While a student at Howard, Rev. Grady was a tutor and after school counselor at the Sojourner's Community Center, interned at the Smithsonian Institution...2020-12-3056 min
OG INSPIRATIONHome health aides before and during COVID- Doris Smalls and Shameka BoydHome health aides multi-task. They are tasked to help patients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, just to name a few. They perform basic health care services for patients including checking vital signs or administering prescription medication. They also help with general light housekeeping and can make transportation arrangements if possible. They are vital in any home where there happens to be a long-term illness.Dr. Odell Glenn Jr has been a caregiver for 14 years for 2 parents. At a certain point along his journey, he has found the need to utilize "home health aides" to supplement his journey. Duri...2020-12-2753 min
OG INSPIRATIONE-sports: Proprietor (Ron Hamlin) leads high schoolers to College ScholarshipsE-sports describes the world of competitive, organized video gaming. Competitors from different leagues or teams face off in the same games that are popular with at-home gamers: Fortnite, League of Legends, Counter-Strike, Call of Duty, Overwatch, and Madden NFL, to name a few. Proprietor Ron Hamlin is the owner of "VIRTUAL RELOAD" (a year and a half old company) https://virtualreload.com/, an esports coaching company that hones the skills of casual games to win scholarships from colleges and universities offering money for the skillsets of varsity players.Ron defines e-sports as "competitive gaming". It is a l...2020-12-2600 min
OG INSPIRATIONLiveWaves App--Interview with the app developersWhat do you get when a pastor, military veteran, and business developer joinforces? The answer could very well be the game-changer needed to revitalize a gig economy for millions of creatives whose incomes have been decimated due to COVID-19.Co-founders Andreas Parsley & Jason Wright has teamed up with Michael Dorsey and a cohort of Black creatives and designers to create LiveWaves, an easy-to-use simple social network platform that allows users to monetize their live streams and communicate with followers, minus the bombardment of ads or having your data collected and sold.LiveWaves looks to...2020-12-261h 02
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Shana Jones - Immunologist and Medical Pathology Researcher / Cancer BiologistDr. Shana Jones grew up in Lexington, South Carolina (just outside of Columbia, South Carolina). She attended Lexington High School, a predominately white high school where she was one of a few African American students. She discusses with the audience her challenges and struggles and how she overcame them early on. Dr. Shana Jones then went on to study "Biological Sciences" at Clemson University. She then attended and graduated with a medical degree from Emory Univesity in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Shana Jones educates the audience by explaining the differences between epidemiology and immunology. She also advises youth on...2020-12-141h 00
OG INSPIRATIONIdentify your interests, passions, abilities and values before picking a college major. Which major is calling you?Dr. Odell Glenn gives the audience a synopsis of various careers that are in need. He challenges the audience to do what they love and not for money, however, early planning and preparation are crucial. College costs are ever-increasing and if not planned correctly, one can waste a lot of time and money. Although the university is a time of developing creativity and self-discovery, a major should be declared by at least the sophomore year of college. This podcast gives advice on understanding this early on so that a problem will not arise late. One should also allow themselves to e...2020-12-121h 03
OG INSPIRATIONData Science-University of North Carolina-CharlotteData Science is at the forefront of the industry in the 21st century, as more and more companies and academic disciplines rely on data-driven research, decision making, and visualizations. As a program rooted in a four-college partnership, students who complete a major in data science will have the ability to apply theories and technologies to problems in domains across the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. Courses taken are machine learning, data analysis, statistics, data visualization, and most importantly the ethics surrounding the field of data science. Possible jobs for graduates of the undergraduate program include data science engineer, data...2020-12-1259 min
OG INSPIRATIONEntrepreneurial Engineering at The University of South CarolinaDr. Juliana Larossi earned a Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering from Virginia Tech, an MBA from the University of Texas at Arlington, and an Executive Doctorate in Business from Georgia State University. She is now a clinical assistant professor at The Univesity of South Carolina, where she teaches entrepreneurship and corporate strategy. She is also an active angel investor, mentor, and board member to emerging ventures, a judge at business plan competitions, and a speaker as to what it takes to transform organizations and build new ventures. She uses her experience, networks, and knowledge to further entrepreneurship research, t...2020-12-1156 min
OG INSPIRATIONJeff Pollak: Civil Trial Lawyer Turned Suspense Fiction NovelistJeff Pollak received a bachelor's degree in psychology from The State University of New York at Buffalo and a law degree from Southwestern University in Los Angeles, California. He advises us of the ins and outs of going and preparing for law school. He provides tips on how to properly prepare oneself for law school by first taking the LSAT. He explains to us his role as a civil trial lawyer prior to retirement. He then gives a synopsis of his novel entitled "FIRST SECOND COMING" and what motivated him to write it. Captivating, gripping, prescient, unique is how re...2020-12-0857 min
OG INSPIRATIONChristina Rivera: Coffee shop to Business SuccessChristina Rivera was born in Germany but grew up in the heart of New York City. She was taught that after high school comes the world of work. She has instilled a very disciplined work ethic from early on. From very humble beginnings of working in a coffee shop to over 25 years working in corporate finance and account receivables, she is a perfect example of what can happen through perseverance. In addition, she now has her own show, Savvy Business, (2019) to which she has now interviewed over 1000 businesses. This past March 2020, she published her first book, "HAVING IT MADE: A JO...2020-12-0654 min
OG INSPIRATIONLisa Davis -It's Your Health Radio InterviewAn 11 minute and 26-second interview with Lisa Davis: wonderful conservation with Dr. Odell Glenn. She interviews Dr. Odell Glenn regarding his book on caregiving. She thinks caregivers don't get enough credit in society. Dr. Glenn is in his 9th year of caregiving during this interview for both parents. His book is discussed "Caregiving: The Inspirational Manual. Caregiving is a 24 hour / 7day a week job.Lisa Davis relates to everything Dr. Glenn mentions. She has a brother and a friend who has done it and realizes that it's a HUGE job.Dr. Glenn was working on his...2020-12-0211 min
OG INSPIRATIONCaregiver SOS--KLUP Radio Station Interview with Ron and CarolCaregiving-The Inspirational Manual written by Dr. Odell Glenn. A 29-minute interview with Ron and Carol who interview the author about how caregiving fell into his life. Active prior to being a full-time care giver and active while caregiving, he has learned how to integrate both worlds. 2007 - 2009 he was in a whirlwind of transition moving and relocating from state to state to make it best for him to complete his doctorate and be a full-time caregiver for over 10 years alone. Transitions from Connecticut, to New York, to California, to Oregon, and then to South Carolina.December 2014 he was...2020-12-0229 min
OG INSPIRATIONKMOJ Radio Interview with DonnaDonna interview Dr. Odell Glenn on KMOJ for 27 minutes and 25 seconds on the "It's Your Health Radio Interview" segment. Donna was the baby sister and didn't do much caregiving but was a big support to her sister who took care of her mom who had dementia. The sister had a full-time job, children of her own but did the work. Donna has always looked up to caregivers. She later became a full-time caregiver to her daughter as a single parent. She learned how to say "yes" to help.Donna interviews the author, Dr. Odell Glenn of his book...2020-12-0227 min
OG INSPIRATIONStraight Talk with Manning Kimmel WRHI Radio Interview in Rock Hill, SCA 27minute and 38-second interview with Manning Kimmel. Dr. Odell Glenn is interviewed as the author of "Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual". He realizes Dr. Glenn has a full plate. At the time, Dr. Glenn will have defended his Ph.D. thesis. Dr. Glenn's story is told as he explains how he worked in the industry of engineering and then went into teaching and started to pursue his doctorate when his dad came down with dementia at the time. A decision was made that forced him to take on the role of full-time caregiving. No-one knows the role of a caregiver unt...2020-12-0227 min
OG INSPIRATIONIssues and Answers with Gary Dennis at WKTW SyracuseGary Dennis from WKTW Syracuse interviews Dr. Odell Glenn for 16 minutes and 20 seconds. Dr. Odell Glenn is described as a community leader. He explains what he does and how he maintains. Dr. Glenn explains how he got to be a full-time caregiver for 2 lovely parents. Gary Dennis can relate to some of the things said about caregiving because of personal experience. Dr. Glenn explains how "chemical engineering" is a diverse and versatile degree. He explains how he integrated caregiving into his life to complete the doctorate. He explains how "essential oils" play into his research dissertation. Dr. Glenn...2020-12-0216 min
OG INSPIRATIONHere's to Your Health with Heidi Godman of WSRQ SarasotaOne of the toughest jobs for which so many people are finding themselves in the field of caregiving. More than 15 million people are taking care of those that are 65 years and older in the USA. Heidi Godman of WSRQ interviews Dr. Odell Glenn Glenn for 22 minutes and 10 seconds, who is a caregiver and author of "Caregiving-The Inspirational Manual". Heidi Godman is also a caregiver herself. Both of her parents have Parkinson's disease.Unlike Heid Godman, Dr. Odell Glenn actually lives with the care recipients to which both have different degrees of dementia. Amidst all of the ups an...2020-12-0222 min
OG INSPIRATIONACTIVEPURE TECHNOLOGYGiven the nature of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its potential health effects, we understand that many families and businesses will want to go above and beyond the CDC’s advice and protocols to provide protection and peace of mind. ActivePure® Technology can be an effective additional tool to create the safest indoor environments possible but should never be presented as a standalone guarantee of safety. Carolyn Sillick, a top salesman, and I are excited to share the testing results of the Vollara Air & Surface Pro with ActivePure® Technology in reducing airborne SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19. In independent laboratory testi...2020-12-0258 min
OG INSPIRATIONThe 3 Tier FoundationBorn in Brooklyn, New York, Odell Glenn Jr., Ph.D., (analogous to the city which never sleeps) remain on the move bringing with his creativity to community and maintaining consistent growth as his fundamental core value in life. He is described as a problem solver, team player, strategist, and motivator marked by academic inquiry. He is also an author, minister, and primary full-time caregiver. He brings his experience of leadership, skill, and knowledge to entrepreneurship. Through years of leadership, he has found himself a foundation, entitled "3 TIER FOUNDATION". The 3 TIER FOUNDATION looks to improve the community by providing preparation a...2020-12-0259 min
OG INSPIRATIONDr. Charles Kapungwe - M.D. / Author / MinisterDr. Charles Kapungwe is a living, walking example of what dedication, perseverance, will, and drive will do. He came to the United States from Zambia, Africa to pursue education and now has several degrees, has written several books, and has pastored several churches here in the United States as well as in Africa. The journey was not the easiest but Dr. Charles gives detailed insight. A graduate of one of the oldest HBCU's in the USA, namely, Allen University in Columbia, SC. Dr. Charles Kapungwe received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. He then went on to obtain his...2020-12-0259 min
OG INSPIRATIONIndustrial Engineer turned National Renowned Speaker-Raushawna PriceRaushawna Price, known as the Giver of Awesomeness, is an Author, Coach, speaker, and radio personality. She is a fierce advocate for those who have experienced bullying. Her systematic and supportive approach to deep, personal exploration helps individuals identify the source of hurt, recover from the trauma, and build confidence. Raushawna has a passion for helping people understand why bullies come into their lives and the lessons learned when they leave. Her popular iHeartRadioTM show, "AWESOMENESS IN ACTION", is a powerful platform for people to share their personal stories of overcoming adversity and changing negativity into awesomeness. Raushawna is th...2020-12-0259 min
OG INSPIRATIONDon't Live the Good Life, Live the Better Life by Ankit ShuklaEver wonder what a traveling nurse is, or what it takes? A lot of people have heard the term, but do not exactly know what it means. Although, increasingly people are familiar with traveling nurses and have worked with them, either as a patient, or a coworker, on a regular basis. Why is this important? Because our guest on this podcast, Mr. Ankit Shukla is a traveling nurse, and he shares his story. As a traveling nurse who has worked all over the country with a multitude of different personalities, Mr. Ankit Shulkar is adept at adapting to change...2020-12-0259 min
OG INSPIRATIONJohnathan Moore- Middle School Assistant PrincipalMiddle school can be a tumultuous time. This is the time when social priorities outweigh academic ones. Sadly, students who form negative opinions of math and science often retain those biases – permanently. This is what we don't want for our S.T.E.M fields which are ever so changing and much-needed career paths that need these students. For minority students, it's even more of a fall-off. By the time students reach high school, many view science as “uninteresting, unimportant, and irrelevant to their lives.” But programs, career mentoring, parent involvement, and guidance in middle school can significantly help “connect th...2020-12-021h 03
OG INSPIRATIONLinwood Jones and Zanshe Thompson- HBCU S.T.E.M GraduatesStatistics concerning African Americans in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields show a clear need for growth. Black and white students across the country intend to pursue STEM degrees at similar rates, but black students in any STEM field struggle to achieve comparable representation in degree attainment. The increasing amount of African Americans studying and working in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields is revolutionary. Largely due to the efforts of the USA's historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), African Americans are entering their STEM degrees better equipped to thrive in college, to graduate, and to find...2020-12-0259 min
OG INSPIRATIONMinority Female Gives Advice on Pursing a STEM FieldBlack and Hispanic workers continue to be underrepresented in the STEM workforce. Blacks makeup 11% of the U.S. workforce overall but represent 9% of STEM workers, while Hispanics comprise 16% of the U.S. workforce but only 7% of all STEM workers. And among employed adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher, blacks are just 7% and Hispanics are 6% of the STEM workforce. These numbers are even lower if we look at women that both enroll and are employed in STEM. Miss Bethelem Mersha is a senior in mechanical engineering at The University of South Carolina. She has had 2 internships in the fiel...2020-12-0258 min
OG INSPIRATIONPackaging Science and Mechanical EngineerWhat do air, cars, laptops, plants, knee-replacements, and lunch have in common? They all can be and are packaged! Anyone whose major is "packaging science" learns all about the design, engineering, science, innovation, research, and business that make up this diverse industry. Mr. Dominic Boyd is a graduate of Clemson University and has worked in this field for 5 years. He educates us on his education as well as his experience in the field.Mechanical engineering is an engineering branch that combines engineering physics and mathematics principles with materials science to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems...2020-12-0259 min
OG INSPIRATIONIdentify your interests, passions, abilities and values before picking a college major. Which major is calling you?Dr. Odell Glenn gives the audience a synopsis of various careers that are in need. He challenges the audience to do what they love and not for money, however, early planning and preparation are crucial. College costs are ever-increasing and if not planned correctly, one can waste a lot of time and money. Although the university is a time of developing creativity and self-discovery, a major should be declared by at least the sophomore year of college. This podcast gives advice on understanding this early on so that a problem will not arise late. One should also allow themselves to e...2020-12-021h 03
OG INSPIRATION10 Things Parents Must Do Today To Prepare Your Child For A S.T.E.M Career TomorrowPreparing a child for a S.T.E.M career early can make the pathway to a career in science and/or engineering much easier later on to navigate. After 4 engineering degrees, Dr. Glenn gives 10 tips to apply to make the transition smoother. The critical years are middle school. Middle school is important because the transition to high school could make a difference. If the child can get to high school and take AP (Advanced Placement) Calculus, AP (Advanced Placement) Biology, AP (Advanced Placement) Chemistry, and AP (Advanced Placement) Physics, he or she could at least be best prepared to...2020-12-021h 03