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Please, Do TellNew Year, New StoriesI know. I know. The last quarter was spotty but we're back with more updates!
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2025-01-1416 minPlease, Do TellHoliday Checklist (Episode 64)This year is wrapping up fast and it was a whirlwind. Before we conclude let's get our checklist out and make it bright.
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-12-1720 minPlease, Do TellGrief & Growth (Episode 63)Has 2024 whooped yo arse too? The good news is that it ain't over and there's some joy in that. Let's chat!
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-11-1933 minPlease, Do TellRoots & Routes (Episode 62)A recap of the Retracing Their Steps exhibit launch and the brief story of my family's great migration story.
The exhibit is available at the Morton House Museum, Benton Harbor, MI until October 6th.
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-09-2439 minPlease, Do TellKick...Ball...Change (Episode 61)Change on the horizon and I'm here to share more! Also, if you're going to be in Southwest Michigan on September 5th here's the link to our event mentioned in the show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/951495126537?aff=oddtdtcreator
Theme: Chile this bout to change, again! Pivot!
Reference: Tiger Marching Band
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-08-2744 minPlease, Do TellOne Time at Band Camp (Episode 60)Our band camp stories shall begin...NOW!
Theme: Band Camp Stories
Reference: Name that Movie
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-08-0618 minPlease, Do TellRoute 365 (Episode 59)All the feels...Proceed.
Theme: 3rd Quarter
Reference: Route 66
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-07-3033 minPlease, Do TellBye, Lance! (Episode 58)Hurt people, HURT...PEOPLE.
I've had my share of life changing events that occurred in July. This time I recognized what I do and don't want.
Theme: 3rd Quarter
Reference: Player's Club
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-07-2319 minPlease, Do TellLivin' La Vida Loca (Episode 57)I had a whirlwind of an experience abroad with fifteen young scholars and some pretty dope chaperones. Let me tell you how it went!
Organization: ReUnited Travel - https://www.reunitedtravel.org
Theme: 3rd Quarter
Reference: Song Titles
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-07-1637 minPlease, Do TellSeason's Change (Episode 56)There is something about the month of July that always seems to give me Goosebumps. Well, buckle up because I have a feeling this month is going to be good!
Theme: 3rd Quarter
Reference: Season's Change - Jagged Edge + Expose
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-07-0224 minPlease, Do TellThe Real RnB (Episode 55)The people in our village have a huge impact on us. Here's a story about someone that changed how I viewed the world, Forever.
Theme: Black Music Month/Pride
Reference: Rhythm & Blues
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-06-2525 minPlease, Do TellLove, Peace and SOULLLLLLLL! (Episode 54)If you remember your Saturday mornings consisting of this iconic show be sure to share this episode with three friends. Let's talk about some music and the memories attached to it.
Theme: Black Music Month
Reference: Soul Train/Don Cornelius
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-06-1831 minPlease, Do TellLet's Stay Together (Episode 53)Alright homies it may be my favorite month of the year outside of my birthday celebration at the beginning of the year. This month will be packed with all things music! Get into this week's story time.
Theme: Black Music Month
Reference: Al Green's Greatest Hits
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-06-1120 minPlease, Do TellCOVID Confessions (Episode 52)The silver lining from what feels like a continuous fog. Ancestral Stories! Conversations that resurfaced during the pandemic and why no one should be embarrassed.
Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month
Reference: COVID
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-05-2818 minPlease, Do TellSingle Black Female (Episode 51)Hurt people, hurt people. I could have lost it all until I got some advice that would sustain me. This is the story about my introduction to a new state and job.
Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month
Reference: Single Black Female (and White): The Movie
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-05-2125 minPlease, Do TellFirst and Lasting Impressions (Episode 50)May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the stories that stem from working and living in Richmond, Virginia. Whew.
Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-05-1422 minPlease, Do TellI am (not) Okay! - (Episode 49)May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I'm here to share a story about showing up as myself more.
Theme: Mental Health Awareness Month
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-05-0722 minPlease, Do TellScamming and Spamming (Episode 48)April is Financial Literacy Month and the scams are at an all time high! I'm ready to share!
Theme: Financial Literacy
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-04-3018 minPlease, Do TellLessons from a Loving Grammy (Episode 47)Grief is real and I needed some time to process everything going on around me. Here's the lessons that I learned from my Grammy including what it looks like to grieve.
Theme: Stress Awareness Month
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-04-2325 minPlease, Do TellThe Presence of Angels, Part 2 (Episode 46)A roadtrip that consisted of driving over 500 miles in less than 2 days. The people I encountered and the paths that were traveled. Behind the scenes stories of Retracing Their Steps that was good we had to break it into two parts.
Disclaimer: This episode was pre-recorded before the passing of one of the sweetest women in my lives. My Grammy/Godmother Ruby Earven. The person who taught me about grieving as a Christian. I hope you enjoy this episode and will release our episode together at a later date.
Kickstarter Campaign for Retracing Their...2024-03-2627 minPlease, Do TellThe Presence of Angels, Part 1 (Episode 45)A roadtrip that consisted of driving over 500 miles in less than 2 days. The people I encountered and the paths that were traveled. Behind the scenes stories of Retracing Their Steps that was good we had to break it into two parts.
Kickstarter Campaign for Retracing Their Steps:
Theme: Girl Power (Women's History Month)
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-03-1933 minPlease, Do TellMarch Forth (Episode 44)One of the reasons why I love March is because it's all about that action and also the anniversary of being a burn survivor. The connections I have made within the last fifteen years are divine and I'm grateful for them. I'm here to highlight one of my recent ones and to talk about getting through a busy February with "Retracing Their Steps."
Kickstarter Campaign for Retracing Their Steps:
Theme: Girl Power (Women's History Month)
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton...2024-03-0419 minPlease, Do TellSaying Yes to ME! (Episode 43)Saying Yes to the desires of my heart. Here are my reasons for saying, "No," in this season of my life.
Theme: Black Love
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-02-2026 minPlease, Do TellRunaway Love (Episode 42)Probably the most vulnerable episode yet! I'll have to do a separate video about how I was recording this one and the audio went out (reboot computer and everything). Let's just say I wasn't being obedient. You'll see around the 11:04 mark. The story time went down its intended path.
Theme: Black Love
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-02-0629 minPlease, Do TellMy Birthday Adventure (Episode 41)My friends get the love to me by any means necessary even during a Polar Vortex. Here's the story of yo homie Ronnika celebrating a milestone birthday in the "Windy City."
Theme: New Year Goals
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-01-2359 minPlease, Do TellDropping THE Weight (Episode 40)Last year did a number on your homie. It was important to do a reflection of 2023 and what changed before entering 2024. A work in progress...
Theme: New Year Goals
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2024-01-0934 minPlease, Do TellMoving Mountains & Friendsmas Memories (Episode 39)My friends are like family and they are continuously assisting with moving mountains. Last episode of 2023! Enjoy!
Friendsmas Memories
Theme: Holiday Stories
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2023-12-2618 minPlease, Do TellGrieving During the Holidays (Episode 38)The holidays don't look the same and haven't for years. Let me give some tips on how to get through the holidays while grieving.
Grieving During the Holidays
https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/iya...
Theme: Holiday Stories
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2023-12-1224 minPlease, Do TellRebranding my Business - Steele Thankful Storytime (Episode 37)November is all about giving thanks for me. The #SteeleThankful Challenge changed my life over seven years ago. This story time is dedicated to the rebranding of Steelelens.com and ushering in anew.
What are you #SteeleThankful for?
Theme: In The Spirit of Giving Thanks #SteeleThankful
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2023-11-2815 min
DearSisCheese Drama, Ronnika Williams, Thanksgiving, and a Special Bonus TrackOn this episode, MJ and Mahogany unpack an article in the NY Times called "There was a problem, no matter how you slice it" about a couple breaking up over "cheese". Apparently, small gestures can build relationships — and also tear them down. Ronnika Williams, host of the "Please Do Tell" Podcast, is this week's guest. Ronnika shares her #SteeleThankful challenge with the DearSis family.BONUS TRACK!In this bons track MJ and Mahogany try to enlist Frank to find them a man. Cheese Drama, Ronnika Williams, Thanksgiving, and a Special Bonus TrackFile...2023-11-2200 minPlease, Do TellA Spirit of Thankfulness - Travel Stories (Episode 36)November is all about giving thanks for me. The #SteeleThankful Challenge changed my life over seven years ago. This story time is dedicated to the angels that I encounter during my travels. Especially while filming the "Journey of Many Souls" Documentary.What are you #SteeleThankful for? Theme: In The Spirit of Giving Thanks #SteeleThankful
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Your Homegirl, Ronnika
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams2023-11-1452 minPlease, Do TellNo More "Love" Taps - Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Episode 35))"1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. This includes a range of behaviors (e.g. slapping, shoving, pushing) and in some cases might not be considered "domestic violence."
In this episode we are having story time with the homie, Corlis.
She shares an intimate snapshot of her past and why she's determined to break the silence of DV.
Theme: It's OCTOBER HELLO
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Connect with Corlis:
https://www.linkedin.com...2023-10-3141 minPlease, Do TellWho Got the Body? - Black Archives Stories (Episode 34)"Who got the Body?" is the first chapter of Passed On by Karla FC Holloway and I am reminded of when I began this work. For #NationalArchivesMonth I will present stories from my personal archives. Enjoy this story time with special guests as we talk about HOW my love for the archives, history and the stories beyond the dash came to be.
Theme: A Month for Awareness
Whats in your archives?
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest(s): Surprise :-)
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers...2023-10-1718 minPlease, Do TellThe Marathon Continues: A Student Athlete's Story (Episode 33)"Why did I go to college" was a question I was often asked while working with young people. Well, I've brought a friend along for this ride. Corey will share about his experience being a student athlete. The dedication. Hopefully this will inspire a young person. Sit back and enjoy this long, good azz episode y'all.
Theme: Life after High School
The Marathon Continues: A Student Athlete's Story
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest: Corey Neeley - FB: Corey Neeley, T&IG: Neelz_13
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Connect with Ronnika: https://linktr.ee...2023-10-031h 24DearSisHunt for the Co-Host - Part 1MJ is bringing on a new co-host. In this episode MJ and her producer Frank interview Ronnika Williams from the "Please, Do Tell" podcast. Contestant Ronnika WilliamsFile Size: 22076 kbFile Type: mp3Download File 2023-09-2000 minPlease, Do TellWhy in the h*** did I go to college? (Episode 32)"Why did I go to college" was a question I was often asked while working with young people. Well, I've compiled a few stories to help navigate why attending college was my only option.
Blogpost: http://www.steelelens.com/index.php/2015/09/14/loner-and-a-rebel-a-story-about-a-rebellious-teenage-nerd/
Theme: Life after High School
"3Fs - Frustrated, Flunked and Finished"
Host: Ronnika Williams @ronnika.williams
Guest: Yo Homegirl Ronnika (@pleasedotellpodcast)
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
2023-09-1927 minPlease, Do TellBlack Women Navigating White Spaces (Episode 31)Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Continuing with our theme which should really be a series by itself! But y'all let me know if you want more. Do we need a Part 2 or 10?
Theme: Protect Black Women
"Black Women Navigating White Spaces"
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Kyna King (On Facebook)
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks2023-09-051h 02Please, Do TellCan't Dance to Every Song on the Jukebox (Episode 30)Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast.
Continuing with our theme! Our guest will be sharing with us how she arrived at her self care journey and why you need to be saying YES TO YOU!
Theme: Protect Black Women
"Self Care Sunday"
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Sherronda Miles (On Facebook)
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks2023-08-2233 minPlease, Do TellVelma Gaines + A Griot = $14.50 (Episode 29 - RELAUNCH)Welcome to the RE-RE-RE-RELAUNCH of the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Dive into this episode for more deets plus many story times with yours truly. This episode is close to the chest and may be triggering for some. For the black girl that ever questioned her worth. I see you...
Theme: Protect Black Women
"What's Your Worth?"
Article mentioned in this episode: https://19thnews.org/2023/07/student-loan-debt-pay-gap-black-women/
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Ronnika Williams (LOL!)
Technical Engineer: Jake Seaton Productions
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
2023-08-0829 min
Please, Do TellWhy Now? (What's Your Why Series)Stop the Silence, Stop the Violence by Carleton Brooks. A new campaign launching in collaboration with The Final 48 Project. We'll hear from Bro. Brooks about the passion behind the campaign and WHY those stories need to be heard everywhere.
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Carleton Brooks
Technical Director: Jake Seaton
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI2023-02-0714 min
Please, Do TellReconnecting to your Why (What's Your Why Series)Okay so Jomil and I go way back to stomping the yards in undergrad. I haven't seen her in years so we get to reconnect on this episode. #WhatsYourWhy
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Jomil Bell @theamericangriot
Technical Editor: Jake Seaton
Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Recording Location: Public Media Network, Kalamazoo, MI.
2023-01-3154 min
Please, Do TellBeing Creative with Deuce CarterWelcome to a new segment of the PDT podcast, "The Creatives Corner." We are catching up with Deuce Carter who's been entertaining people all of his life and has recently returned to his first love...MUSIC.
Connect with Deuce Carter: deucecarter22.wixsite.com
IG: deuce_carter2
Creative: Deuce Carter
Host: Ronnika Williams
Tech: Jake Seaton
Music: Wildflowers by Bad Snacks
Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI2022-06-1415 min
Please, Do TellAbout that Action! (What's Your Why Series)This guy may look familiar but I promise it's a brand new episode. We caught up with Uriah and he's talking to us about his current project(s). #WhatsYourWhy
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Uriah Baker - IG @blackology203
Technical Director: Jake Seaton
Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI
Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.
2022-06-0734 min
Please, Do TellNever Dim Your Light! (What's Your Why Series)Straight outta Fort Pierce, Florida! We get to have story time with one of my good homies, Denard Fenaud. He's sharing with us how he arrived at his why, and the many reasons that his star is one of the brightest. #WhatsYourWhy
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Denard Fenaud
Technical Director: Jake Seaton
Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI
Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.2022-03-2229 minPlease, Do TellI Am A Black Father! (What's Your Why Series)"A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty." - Unknown
Are you ready for episode four of the What's Your Why series for the Please, Do Tell podcast? Let's welcome two guests to the show, James Gunter & John Sams IV. This dynamic duo are sure to become household names with their organization "Present Pillars." Sit back, relax and be ready to hear why being a black father is so special to them. #WhatsYourWhy
I don't know what the *&^% I'm doing - Guide Book to Fatherhood - By J...2022-03-0852 min
Please, Do TellFrom Barbies to Business (What's Your Why Series)We're back for episode three of the What's Your Why series for the Please, Do Tell podcast. Let's welcome Dashuna Broyles-Robinson, a name that you will not forget. Her life's mission is educating and assisting others to have access to resources plus changing systemic practices. A "student of life; leader of people" would best describe Dashuna. Let's get into it. #WhatsYourWhy
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Dashuna Broyles-Robinson
Technical Director: Jake Seaton
Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI
Special thank you to Pa...2022-02-2244 min
Please, Do TellYou Just Never Know (What's Your Why Series)Welcome to the second episode of this series for the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Your favorite homegirl Ronnika will be chatting with Luis Perez. With a surprise twist that dates back over two decades ago. #WhatsYourWhy
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Mr. Luis Perez
Technical Director: Jake Seaton
Theme Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Recording Location: First Church of God, St. Joseph, MI
Special thank you to Pastor Jake and Pastor Jaime for your assistance and flexibility.2022-02-0832 min
Please, Do TellThe Doctor Will See You Now (What's Your Why Series)The first episode will feature Dr. Bernice Patterson, Founder and CEO of the Infinity Consultation Group (infinityconsultationgroup.com)
In her words, “As a believer and a therapist I have come to know God as a comforter and a guide who will never leave you nor forsake you.” Patterson will send you on a journey of how she became a Psychologist and the way she uses faith to nurture her community. Dr. Bernice drops priceless gems throughout the episode that I’m sure you will be quoting later. #WhatsYourWhy
Host: Ronnika Williams
Guest: Dr. Bernice Patterson
Technical Director: Jake Seaton Theme Music: Wallfl...2022-01-251h 02
Everybody’s HomegirlEp. 47 I Bring My Whole Self!Ronnika Williams is a corporate attorney, make-up artist, gardener, and an amazing cook! Her work as an MUA has been featured in magazines like Muna Luchi Bride, Simply Elope, and Pretty Brown Bride. She also considers herself a "side-chair political commentator." This is a really fun conversation about truly living your best life!
www.impeccablefaces.com
IG: @impeccable_faces_mua
Facebook: Impeccable Faces Makeup Artistry
Email: impeccablefacesmua@gmail.com
Don't forget: Subscribe, share, and give me a 5 STAR rating! You can find Everybody's Homegirl on social media: www.everybodyshomegirl.com ...2021-09-201h 37
Please, Do TellOpen Your Ears (Everyday People of the 49022 Series Finale)Welcome to the Grand Finale of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. After viewing the previous episodes we noticed there was something missing. The young people that are featured on this episode are some of our secret weapons for change in the 49022. And they are calling US out! Enjoy this episode and let us know what you think.
Special Guests/Community Voice(s): Tyler Meeks, Eric Johnson, Quincy Sulton and Tekeidra Masters
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Tech Manager: Kyndall McCoy
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, Michigan
This series...2021-06-0153 min
Please, Do TellChanging the Narrative (Everyday People - 49022)Welcome to Episode Twelve of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This episode is our last conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter for the series. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! To change the narrative we need to go against the norm. Let's unpack that now...
Interviewee: Larry Carter
Community Voice: Corey Neeley
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Recording Location: Center fo...2021-05-2550 min
Please, Do TellWe ALL Gotta Do Better (Everyday People 49022)Welcome to Episode Eleven of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This episode is Part 2 of our conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! This episode is not for the faint of heart. Full of facts and solutions to better your neighborHOOD!
"Make it fast, blow it fast; end up with nothing."
Interviewee: Larry Carter
Community Voice: Andre Crenshaw
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer...2021-05-1841 min
Please, Do TellWho's Influencing Who? (Everyday People of the 49022)Welcome to Episode Ten of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This episode is Part 1 of our conversation with Mr. Larry (Deuce) Carter. Carter is a life long resident of Benton Harbor, a father, entertainer, youth mentor and a strong advocate for TIGER PRIDE! Let's dive into our conversation that is all about the strongest influences in the 49022!
Interviewee: Larry Carter
Community Voice: Sheana Kizer
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Be...2021-05-1143 min
Please, Do TellDon't Be Mediocre; Be Great! (Everyday People of the 49022)Welcome to Episode Nine of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This is part 5 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group. This is our last conversation with Mrs. Bertha for the series and listen it's so good! We speak with Mrs. Moon who is the Co-Founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group along with Mrs. Bertha and also a retired RN.
Interviewee: Mrs. Bertha Carson-King
Community Voice: Mrs. Dotty Moon
Music: Wallflowers by Bad...2021-05-041h 10
Please, Do TellWhere the Wisdom Resides (Everyday People of the 49022)Welcome to Episode Eight of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This is part 4 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Great Cancer Support Group. Part 4 of our conversation will highlight various solutions for the community and where they reside. When looking for the answers to difficult questions ask someone with wisdom!
Interviewee: Mrs. Bertha Carson-King
Community Voice: Mrs. Robbie Cummings and Mr. Henry Burton
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen 2021-04-2733 min
Please, Do TellMeet Me at the BarberShop (Everyday People of the 49022)Welcome to Episode Seven of the "Everyday People of the 49022" series. This is part 3 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha Carson-King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Great Cancer Support Group. Part 3 of our conversation will highlight various solutions for the community and where they reside. Everyone knows that the barber and beauty shops have the best stories and solutions for their community. Let's check it out.
Interviewee: Mrs. Bertha Carson-King
Community Voice: Mr. David Shaw - Owner of Shaw's All Styles BarberShop, Benton Harbor, Michigan
Music...2021-04-2023 min
Please, Do TellWe need more Mrs. Daniels (Everyday People of the 49022)Welcome to Episode six of the “Everyday People of the 49022" series. This is part 2 of our conversation with Mrs. Bertha King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group. Mrs. King’s core goals include preparing women, men, youth and families to reach beyond what they can see in order to embrace the faith and knowledge that will bring them to their blessings. Part 2 of our conversation will highlight various solutions for the community along with her personal story of seeing leadership and kindness at a young age.
Inte...2021-04-1351 min
Please, Do TellRestoring Hope from Within (Everyday People of the 49022)Welcome to Episode five of the “Everyday People of the 49022" series. You will meet Mrs. Bertha King, a life long resident of Benton Harbor and Co-founder of Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group. Mrs. King’s core goals include preparing women, men, youth and families to reach beyond what they can see in order to embrace the faith and knowledge that will bring them to their blessings. Part 1 of the conversation will highlight various solutions for the community along with her views on influence, power, and leadership in this community.
Interviewee: Mrs. Bertha King
Commun...2021-04-0631 min
Please, Do TellCommunity within a Community (Everyday People of the 49022)Meet Jaime Cervantes, the pastor of First Church of God in Benton Heights, who spent several years in public service before answering his call to ministry. Pastor Jaime’s faith and passion for people fuels his desire to serve others and the community at large. That is why he decided to share his views on influence, power, and leadership in his community.
Interviewee: Jaime Cervantes Community
Voices: Dawn,
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Recording Location: Center for...2021-03-3053 min
Please, Do Tell#AskABlackWoman (Everyday People of the 49022)Our conversation with Uriah has a strong emphasis on community and if you want the solution to anything...ASK A BLACK WOMAN!
Interviewee: Uriah Baker
Community Voices:
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, MI
This series is in collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland. A special thank you to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation!2021-03-2348 min
Please, Do TellPay it Forward (Everyday People of the 49022)Part 2 of our conversation with Mr. Perry Jackson for the Everyday People of the 49022 series for the Please, Do Tell podcast. Jackson will be diving deeper into the topics of influence, leadership and power surrounding community events and the ways people have stepped up even during a pandemic.
Interviewee: Perry Jackson
Community Voices: Precious, Toya and Prentice
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Recording Location: Center for Better Health, Benton Harbor, MI
This series is in colla...2021-03-1651 min
Please, Do TellToo Much E.G.O. (Everyday People of the 49022)The inaugural episode of the Everyday People of the 49022 series for the Please, Do Tell Podcast. Mr. Perry Jackson sat down with the Host of the podcast (Ronnika Williams) to talk about the stories he collected around the topics of influence, leadership and power in the city of Benton Harbor, Michigan.
Community voices featured in this episode: Precious & Toya
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
A collaboration with Community Grand Rounds & Spectrum Health Lakeland
Thank you to the R...2021-03-0951 min
Please, Do TellSeason 2 Trailer: Everyday People of the 49022 SeriesBenton Harbor, Michigan is a unique place on the lake that is home to less than 10,000 people with the hearts of 1 million. From the outside looking in there is a strong emphasis on place: location and easy access to I-94. But...this series focuses on the PEOPLE and their view of influence, leadership, power and how it impacts the 49022. Every place and person has a story...so Please, Do Tell!
Music:
Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Host: Ronnika J. Williams
Editor: Kristine Kruse
Producer: Mary Gayen2021-03-0201 minPlease, Do TellThe SOUL Purpose...Cheers to the end of 2020.
This bonus episode is dedicated to the Class of 2020 and moving towards your purpose in life. Don't ever let anyone question your purpose or passion. It's unique to you. Now, go do it!
Youtube Link for Class of 2020 PechaKucha Tribute (My presentation starts at 44:17 but the whole show was SOOO GOOD): https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR1dhaUNpKMtNL_geuBy9HwlmDBAasEOPDotLsBvSWcgf6M_Sf2NA0mi_nE&v=fEPGOYEilLM&feature=youtu.be
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Special thank you to Steve Sr, Toni, and Steve Jr. Aka...2020-12-2952 minPlease, Do TellMs. Fixer UpperWhen do you know to let go? Hopefully these stories will help you answer that question.
Cheers to completing this chapter of the journey and looking forward to beginning a new one. "Humans of Benton Harbor" maybe?
Thanks to our sponsor at the Center for Better Health Benton Harbor - https://www.spectrumhealthlakeland.org/population-health/get-help/the-center-for-better-health
Music: Bad Snacks - Wallflower
2020-11-2543 minPlease, Do TellThe Finish LineFaith & Focus
Storytime: Do we need both or can one work without the other?
Instagram Reference: @PastorYPJ
Blog Reference: http://www.steelelens.com/index.php/2016/03/02/from-victim-to-victorious-falling-in-love-with-a-burn-survivor/
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
@PleaseDoTellPodcast on Instagram2020-10-1341 minPlease, Do TellTrue Color(ism)Whew Chile...
Light vs Dark
You ready?
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks Steele Lens Blog by Ronnika/RJ - http://www.steelelens.com/index.php/2016/07/18/are-you-mixed-you-sound-white-owning-who-you-are/2020-09-2934 minPlease, Do TellThree (3) reasons to be in the "NUMBA!"Stories and Reasons why you should be counted. The 2020 Census deadline is at the end of September and you need to know the importance through stories of why the Census is necessary.
BE COUNTED!
Sources:
www.razajones.com
census.gov
Complete the Census online here ---> https://2020census.gov/en.html
Music: Wallflowers - Bad Snacks
2020-09-1530 minPlease, Do TellWakanda Fa-Eva-EvaSuperhero Stories
Wakanda Forever!
Music: Wallflower by Bad Snacks2020-09-0130 minPlease, Do TellTrigger HappyEmotions and memories can be triggered from a number of things. Rolling out stories surrounded around the topic.
Music: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Sponsor: Adventurously Simple
https://adventurouslysimpleshop.com/2020-08-1846 minPlease, Do TellWhat's in a name?In the inaugural episode of the #PleaseDoTell podcast you get to know Ronnika (Show Host) the person and her journey with the many names she's accepted over the years. Her weekly segment of #GriefTalkTuesday gives you a glimpse into the family's name change.
Final 48 Project - final48.org
Journey of grief in the black community
#PleaseDoTellPodcast - Instagram
www.pleasedotellrj.com
Music: Wallflowers - Bad Snacks2020-08-0426 min
Please, Do TellTrailerIntroduction to the Please Do Tell
What to expect:
Short stories, candid conversations with old & new friends, and stories of hope and triumph through the #GriefTalkTuesday segment
Song: Wallflowers by Bad Snacks
Sponsored by: Steele Lens Media2019-12-1702 min