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Connecting the DotsWhat’s Love got to do with it? With Julie SimmonsJulie Simmons, now retired, worked with her husband Scott as part of the Scott Wade Simmons & Associates, LLC providing leadership coaching and training in Strategy Development and Deployment, Leadership Development, and the Improvement Kata & Coaching Kata. Julie always had a passion for helping others develop their skills, capabilities, and confidence to solve complex challenges in their organizations using scientific thinking. Julie had the honor to be a frequent speaker and presenter at KataCon. Julie retired as the Executive Director for the Northwest High Performance Enterprise Consortium (NWHPEC) in January 2018 after leading the organization for fifteen year...2025-05-0134 min
The Everything Sequel PodcastBeverly Hills Cop IIWe're pulling out the big guns just like Rosewood as we discuss the 1987 sequel Beverly Hills Cop II! You'll hear why we think this is the best sequel in the series, why we think the director Tony Scott is best kept in a cage like this film and musings about all the guest star comedians that Eddie Murphy decided to put into this movie.
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Enjoying the JourneyKeep Growing(1 Corinthians 4:15-21) The greatest evidence of life is growth. A good Christian steward never stops growing. As you continue to steward the life you were given, you will better pass that life along to others. (0917250117)
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The Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Dealing with Aging Parents-2The Session: Helping Aging Parents-Part 2 of 2Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. (Exodus 20:12)It is a biblical mandate to honor elderly loved ones. Honoring parents is a way to love others as yourself and to love God.Prayer and meditationPrayer and meditating on Scripture can provide comfort, wisdom, and protection. Trusting GodPsalm 28 provides language to understand God's heart toward those who are overwhelmed or confused about how to help. 2025-01-1624 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Dealing with Aging Parents-1The Session: Helping Aging Parents-Part 1 of 2Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. (Exodus 20:12)It is a biblical mandate to honor elderly loved ones. Honoring parents is a way to love others as yourself and to love God.Prayer and meditationPrayer and meditating on Scripture can provide comfort, wisdom, and protection. Trusting GodPsalm 28 provides language to understand God's heart toward those who are overwhelmed or confused about how to help. 2025-01-0927 min
Sound United PresentsBee InspiredIn this episode, we present Seth I. Steward, a dedicated beekeeper and the co-founder of Linda's Bee Farm. Originally from Linden, New Jersey, Seth now calls Northeast Ohio home, where he's deeply connected to Warren and the Trumbull County beekeeping community. He shares his experiences as a Black beekeeper, discusses the challenges and rewards of his work, and reflects on pollinators' vital role in our ecosystems. Seth also discusses balancing family life and business and his vision for Linda's Bee Farm.In This Episode, We Discuss:Seth's journey from Linden, New Jersey...2024-12-261h 16
Black Businesses Matter“They have to see that if I don't say anything …that my actions prove to be true,” says Scott L StewardWe would love to hear from you! Text "BBMFAM" to (312) 300-1300.Episode 89:Guest Name: Scott StewardGuest Business: Genius Lab, Inc.Summary StyleEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Black Businesses Matter, we speak with Scott Steward, the CEO and Founder of Genius Lab Inc., a leading figure in education and entrepreneurship from Chicago’s South Side. With over 15 years of teaching experience in Chicago Public Schools and a deep academic background, Scott has dedicated his life to empowering youth in business and technology through hi...2024-08-121h 20
Best In Wealth PodcastThe 3 Big Rules of InvestingI believe there are three rules that every family steward should follow when it comes to investing. In theory, these rules are “easy” to follow—but living by them is not. Secondly, these rules will not surprise you. That does not make them any less important. So in this episode of Best in Wealth, I will share what each rule is and you will discover why you have to follow them.
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[1:06] The 3 rules for...2024-08-0221 min
Dope PeopleSeason 5: Episode 49 Jamila Sams🎙️ Welcome to the Dope People Podcast, where host Scott Steward sits down with trailblazers and innovators who are making a significant impact. This week, we're thrilled to feature Jamila Sams, the dynamic founder and CEO of We Do It for the Culture™.🎤 Jamila is a visionary in the world of education, intertwining her passion for hip-hop with her expertise in educational leadership. With over two decades of experience in youth development, nonprofit management, and strategic partnership development, she's redefining social-emotional learning for grades 6-12.🔥 In this episode, we dive deep into Jamila's journey, exploring how hip-hop can b...2024-01-1642 min
In The Thick of It#19: Josh Green, Co-Founder & CEO | PursuitGrowing up as the youngest of 8 kids in a Catholic family, Josh Green learned the values of hard work, faith, and close bonds from a young age. He originally planned to pursue politics and government after college, but pivoted to investment banking and later private equity to address his mountain of student loans. As CFO in his late 20s of an aerospace manufacturing firm, Josh helped oversee major growth and acquisitions over nearly a decade in the role. Feeling the entrepreneurial itch, he left that stable career to co-found Pursuit, initially conceived as an "Uber for guides" to connect...2024-01-081h 12
Dope PeopleSeason 5 Episode 48 - Dr. Balin A. Durr, MDShe is #DopePeople🎙️ Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Dope People Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to feature the remarkable Dr. Balin A. Durr, a board-certified psychiatrist with two decades of experience in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. Dive deep into a conversation that bridges the gap between traditional medicine, alternative healing, and spiritual wellness.🧠 Dr. Durr, with her unique holistic-collaborative approach, has dedicated her career to serving the vulnerable and underserved. From directing the Acute Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Inpatient Unit at Ridge Hospital to pioneering tele-psychiatry, Dr. Durr's journey is nothing short of inspi...2024-01-0337 min
Dope PeopleSeason 5: Episode 47 - Gregory SainHe is #DopePeopleIn this thrilling episode of the Dope People Podcast, we are honored to welcome Mr. Gregory Sain, a luminary in community empowerment and a voice for positive change. Born and raised with a spirit of resilience and advocacy, Mr. Sain has made remarkable strides in various influential roles. As the Director of Community Safety & Relations, he has been a pivotal figure in fostering safer, more connected communities.His journey with the Chicago Urban League as the Director of the Male Responsibility Program showcases his commitment to mentorship and leadership. Mr. Sain's dynamic...2023-12-0850 min
The Shopify Solutions PodcastShopify Product Recommendations Done Right11/8/23 - Episode 119The podcast episode discusses the selective use of product recommendations on Shopify. Unlike Amazon, which has a vast catalog, Shopify stores should use recommendations sparingly. Scott Austin suggests using them for complementary products, like Ortho Bracing's ice packs for therapy machines, and for upselling, as with Chama Valley Meat Co.'s bundled meat products. He recommends manual over automatic recommendations due to Shopify stores typically having less data. For stores with product lines or franchises, like The Game Steward's board games, custom code can highlight related products. The key takeaway is to use recommendations to...2023-11-0817 min
Dope PeopleSeason 5 Episode 46 - Dr. VictorieusShe is #DopePeopleDr. E'Toyare (Torie) Williams, also known as Dr. Victorieus, was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from Paseo Academy High School as a first generation High School graduate. After receiving her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo., Dr. Williams worked as an Educational Consultant with Chicago Public Schools and has continued independently adding her mentorship initiative since then. Dr. Williams took another step and took her education further by completing her Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) with an emphasis i...2023-11-0246 minConnecting the DotsIdea Flow with Jeremy UtleyJeremy Utley is one of the world's leading experts in innovation. Formerly the Director of Executive Education at Stanford's renowned Hasso Plattner Institute of Design (aka "the d.school"), and now as an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University, his courses have been experienced by nearly a million students of innovation worldwide. He advises corporate leaders on how to imbed the methods and mindsets of design thinking into their organizations and works with professionals to cultivate a robust personal creative practice.As co-founder and host of "Stanford's Masters of Creativity," Jeremy shone the spotlight on exemplars of creative...2023-10-1939 min
Dope PeopleSeason 5 Episode 45 - Mr. Omari KamalHe is Dope People. Omari spent most of his young life thinking that he would become a scientist when he grew up. After all, his favorite person in the world (his mother) was a chemistry teacher and former scientist, so it seemed only right. After a rather unpleasant experience in his first year of college chemistry, he decided to change his major to mechanical engineering but was still only mildly interested in the subject. After some deep reflection, Omari finally discovered that the only thing that he had ever naturally beeninterested in was money. He...2023-10-091h 04
The Powerhouse PerspectiveCharting Your Leadership Course - Navigating the Seas of BusinessWelcome aboard for another exciting episode of The Powerhouse Perspective: Empowering Leaders for Business Breakthroughs! 🚀In episode 2, your co-hosts, Scott J. Medeiros and Chandler Rose, take you on a deep dive into the world of leadership and business success. Here's what you can expect:Discover the story behind the Helmwise name and its connection to Scott's Marine background and Chandler's love for boating.Dive into the sea metaphor that will set the tone for future episodes - learn why it's crucial to navigate your business like a skilled captain.Embrace the philosophy of controlling what you can control, and stop com...2023-09-0150 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 44 Amber Ginsburg and Eric WilkinsShe is #DopePeopleAmber Ginsburg is a Chicago-based artist who teaches at the University of Chicago in the Department of Visual Arts. She creates site-generated projects and social sculptures that insert historical scenarios into present-day situations, as well as engages present-day histories to imagine alternative futures. Her background in craft orients her projects toward the continuities and ruptures in material and social histories. She often works with long-term and ongoing collaborators, and together they engage multiple communities and elicit working relationships with experts in the fields of botany, political activism, biology, legal scholarship and activism, and science...2023-08-1951 min
The Dan Aykroyd Podcast.Bluesmobile Hot Sauce And Crystal Head Vodka (Just like The Blues Brothers a great combo)Welcome to the second part of our outdoor podcasts!! In this podcast we bring back and old guest Scott Sabo and introduce two more Steve Jones and Matt Steward. We are sitting outside and we have brought The Bluesmobile Hot Sauce out with us. We still have the Crystal Skull vodka as well. We get a new opinion on the vodka and then we all give our fresh reviews on the hot sauce. Have a listen and see if what we say temps you into getting the vodka and the hot sauce. As always you can support the podcast...2023-06-1520 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 43 - Pete Kadens, Founder Hope Chicago🎙️ Changing the game, one mind at a time 🧠 This week on the Dope People Podcast, we sit down with Chi-Town's billionaire visionary, Pete Kadens 🌟 We talk breaking barriers and redefining success through the power of education 📚 Get ready to be inspired by the man behind Hope Chicago, making a real difference for the youth in the Windy City 💨 Tap in and elevate your mind with this smooth yet powerful episode 🎧🚀 Tune in to see how Hope Chicago is changing lives & leveling up the future generation. Are you ready to join the movement? 💥#dopepeople #chicago #firstgenerationwea...2023-04-2946 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 42 - Jacques EdwardsHe is #DopePeople🎙️ Welcome to the Dope People Podcast! 🎧 In this inspiring episode, we're proud to feature the incredible story of Assistant Principal Jacques Edwards, a homegrown hero from the South Side of Chicago. As a proud product of Chicago Public Schools, Mr. Edwards is living proof that education can truly unlock the door to anyone's future.🌟 Join us as we delve deep into Mr. Edwards' journey in education, spanning nearly a decade. Discover how his unwavering commitment to advocating for Black and Brown students fuels his passion for cultivating future leaders and creative change agents in o...2023-03-1637 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 41- Jason DavisHe is Dope People.Meet Jason Davis, Assistant Principal at Dunne STEM Academy in Chicago.To support Dope People please like, comment, share, and subscribe to Dope People on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiD7tgj9ezb7Xuk7IOFHRBg.You can purchase our merchandise at https://www.scottsteward.com/merchTo show love to the Dope People Podcast, be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiD7tgj9ezb7Xuk7IOFHRBg.You can also purchase Dope People merch at https://scottsteward...2023-02-2233 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 40 - Reginald LomaxHe is Dope People.Reginald Lomax is the Managing Principle of R. Lomax & Associates DBA Your CFO Consultation where he specializes in financial consultation to urban small to medium-sized businesses and institutions to deliver services and solutions that help build, preserve, and manage wealth. R. Lomax & Associates also assists business owners and companies by creating and presenting specialized financial recommendations to attain their financial goals and business objectives.Reginald Lomax is a high-performance professional and educator with more than twenty years of business management experience; visionary and strategist with a documented record of success, a s...2023-02-1040 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 39 - Rheon GibsonHe is Dope People!Get ready to meet the mastermind behind "The Dizz Wizz Series" LLC - Mr. Rheon Gibson! This motivational speaker and professional development provider is changing the game for children's social and emotional learning. With his unique approach and creative vision, Mr. Gibson is inspiring the next generation to be their best selves. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn from the master. Follow him on Instagram (@The_Dizz_Wizz_Series), Facebook (The Dizz Wizz Series), and Twitter (@RheonGibson) to stay up-to-date with his latest work and join the #DopePeople #Empowerment #SocialEmotionalLearning...2023-02-0332 minBest In Wealth PodcastCan Your Investment Plan Withstand the Stock Market?Think back to December 2019. Unemployment, interest rates, and inflation were historically low. Then what happened? A pandemic. By the end of March 2020, the S&P 500 had dropped nearly 20%.
By the end of the year, scientists had developed a vaccine and markets roared back. Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google (FAANG) stocks soared. Bitcoin and crypto reached record highs, then they crashed. Meme stocks soared, then toppled. Inflation spiked to the highest levels most of us have ever experienced. Russia invaded Ukraine.
Could anyone have predicted any of this? Let us pretend that you had. What would you have done? Would...2023-01-2015 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 38 Dr. D-Nice, MDShe is Dope People.Dr. D-Nice Beaugelin, real name Denise Hunter, MD, is an Adolescent Wellness Specialist and founder and CEO of Wisdomteethinger. She has been a medical doctor for over 20 years. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine and has completed hours of training towards board certification in Functional Medicine. She’s also been a youth leader for over 30 years and a trained youth motivational speaker. Her training in improv and storytelling helps her presentations to be delightfully engaging.Dr. D-Nice is an executive producer for her new TV show, Wisdomteethinger. Sh...2023-01-1847 min
The Dave Kittle ShowPhysical Therapist Buys 6-Figure Gym to Add to His Growing Private Practice with Brett ScottAs a physical therapist, how will you expand your scope of services in order to help more people learn how to stay fit even if they're not able to go outside very often due to weather conditions or other factors like limited mobility? What if acquiring a business will allow you to expand your physical therapy service without having to wait for appointments or share space with other therapists?This week's The Dave Kittle Show episode, Dave Kittle will be joined by Dr. Brett Scott. Dr. Brett Scott founded Barbell Therapy & Performance in 2017. After working as a...2023-01-0428 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 37 PolaryssShe is #DopePeopleFrom the east to the west, global and beyond, Polaryss' zone of genius is at the intersection of art, math, science, & tech, taking her to places like Uganda, Benin & Brazil! Polaryss is an educator, Hip Hop artist, and activist whose synergy and passion are unmatched. Born and raised in the Mecca of Hip Hop, The Bronx, New York, Polaryss incorporates her art and life experiences into every aspect of her work. Whether she’s performing on stage or promoting cultural diplomacy globally, she is always educating and entertaining. As an educator and so...2022-12-3142 min
All About the PodEpisode 12 - Are We Good Steward's Of Our Land?In this week's episode, Macie talks with Dr. Scott Monfort, Chad Abbott, and Nick Shay about their weed science Ph.D. projects and how we can all do better at improving the system.2022-12-2352 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 36 - Jason HarrisHe is #DopePeople.Meet Jason Harris a passionate and dedicated special education teacher in the Houston area.With over 10 years of experience in the field educating students in the Houston area, Jason hasa wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of the unique needs of his students. Jason is dedicated to providing each and every one of his students with the individualized support they need to succeed in their education and reach their full potential. In addition to his teachingresponsibilities, Jason also coaches several sports at his school, where he...2022-12-1129 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 35 - Miles WilliamsHe is Dope People.Miles Williams is a revolutionary Principal in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mr. Williams is the Elementary School Principal at Bricolage Academy, an open-enrollment charter school with the mission to advance educational equity by preparing students from diverse backgrounds to be innovators who change the world. A social worker by training, Mr. Williams approaches school leadership through a trauma-informed lens, understanding the importance of seeing and treating the school community as whole people deserving of love and liberation.Miles received his B.A. in Human Service studies from Elon University and h...2022-12-0751 min
Dope PeopleSeason 4 Episode 34 Dan BauerHe is Dope People.DANIEL BAUER is an unorthodox RUCKUS MAKER who has mentored thousands of school leaders. The BETTER LEADERS BETTER SCHOOLS podcast is the CATEGORY KING of educational leadership shows and is in the TOP 0.5% of most downloaded podcasts compared to over 2 million global podcasts. His latest book, Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader is a book that reimagines what professional development for school administrators looks like in order to meet the needs of all school leaders who currently feel isolated and overwhelmed. Support the show...2022-11-2442 min
Dope PeopleSeason 3 Episode 33 - Mr. Bryan PopeHe is Dope People.As a Chicago Public School teacher, Mr. Bryan Pope, is a true representation of a credible and crucial life’s work rather than just music projects. His music is a real and raw expression of self-love. Mr. Pope aims to use the power of music to combat and fight life’s negative influences and challenges. You can find Mr. Pope on FB and IG as @MrPopeMusic.Be sure to check him out!Support the showTo show love to the Dope People Podca...2022-11-1939 min
Dope PeopleSeason 3 Episode 32 - Ms. Toya CarterShe is #DopePeople. Toya Carter better known as Ms. Carter has lived in East Harlem for over 40 years. She is a former NYC public school teacher with a Master’s Degree in education as well as a license in early childhood and elementary grades. With over 20 years of teaching in the Department of Education, she recognized the deficiencies of preschool students entering Pre-K.This prompted her to found Carter’s Day Care, the bridge between the community and families serving as a liaison; providing quality, and nurturing learning in a safe environment. Her goal is to prepa...2022-11-1156 min
Dope PeopleSeason 3 Episode 31 - Principal JackoShe is Dope People.Principal Aneesha Jacko is an authentic, bold and compassionate leader with over 22 years of instructional, coaching, operational, planning, administrative and financial management experiences in a large urban school district. Receiving her undergraduate degree from Hampton University in Hampton Virginia, she then matriculated to Touro College and received a master’s degree in Special Education and Early Childhood Education. She also earned degrees from Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus specializing in Literacy and Long Island University C.W. Post in Educational Leadership. She is president and owner of The Results Are In, LLC whose go...2022-10-2445 min
Dope PeopleSeason 3 Episode 30 - Dr. Sandra ArreguínShe is Dope People.Sandra Arreguín is a passionate educator with over 18 years of teaching and leadership experience. She started her career as a French and Spanish high school teacher in the Chicago Public Schools. Her educational leadership roles include world languages chair, high school bilingual/ESL/world languages specialist, high school assistant principal, and middle school principal.Sandra currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction at Niles Township High School District 219 and sits on the Board of GALS Inc.As a Latinx, multilingual, b...2022-10-1841 min