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Public Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap Game 3sIndiana vs Milwaukee, Orlando Vs Cleveland, Philadelphia vs New York, lakers vs nuggets, pelicans vs Thunder, Boston vs Miami, Minnesota vs Phoenix
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2024-04-301h 26Public Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap Mavs vs Clippers Game 4I talk about the Mavs loss in game 4. Series even at 2 games each.
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2024-04-2940 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap Game 2sOrlando vs Cleveland, New York vs Philly, Denver vs. LA, Boston vs Miami, Milwaukee vs Indiana, Minnesota vs Phoenix, and Oklahoma City vs New Orleans
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2024-04-2857 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA recap Mavs vs Clippers games 2 and 3Mavs WIN! MAVS WIN!!!!!
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2024-04-2730 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap (Night 1 of Game 2)Cavs vs Magic, Lakers vs Nuggets, and Sixers vs Knicks.
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2024-04-2640 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap (Game 1 pt 2)In this episode we talk about the second night of games ones. We talk about the Mavs vs Clippers, the Heat vs Celtics, the Pacers vs Bucks, and the Pelicans vs Thunder.
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2024-04-2548 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap Game 1 pt 1.In this episode we talk about the first four game ones that happened in the NBA playoffs this year. We talk about the Lakers versus Denver. We talk about Phoenix versus Minnesota. We talk about Orlando versus Cleveland. And we talk about the Knicks versus the 76ers. Please remember that all of this is just my opinion. I’m not an NBA expert, an NBA insider, or an NBA player or coach. I’m just an NBA fan who enjoys watching games and since I talk about it with my friends, my family, my students my coworkers anyway I felt like...
2024-04-231h 03Public Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff recap (2nd Play-in games)This year, our normal podcast host, Shelmon Smith, is doing on recap of every playoff game in the NBA. This podcast is him sharing his opinions of the games talking about the plays, the players, the coaches, and how he thinks teams should move forward after elimination. This isn’t meant to be any type of analysis, but that may come. in this third episode I talk about the final play-in games between the Heat and the Bulls and the Pelicans and Kings . Also due to the loss that the Bulls and Kings face, they are eliminated from playoffs and so...
2024-04-2144 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff Recap (Eastern Conference Play-In)This year, our normal podcast host, Shelmon Smith, is doing on recap of every playoff game in the NBA. This podcast is him sharing his opinions of the games talking about the plays the players, the coaches and 1 seems to get eliminated their future. This isn’t meant to be any type of analysis, but that may come. in this second episode I talk about the eastern conference play-in between the heat and 76ers and the Bulls and Hawks. Also due to the loss that the Hawks face they are eliminated from playoffs and so at the end of the ep...
2024-04-1855 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementNBA Playoff RecapThis year, our normal podcast host, Shelmon Smith, is doing on recap of every playoff game in the NBA. This podcast is him sharing his opinions of the games talking about the plays the players, the coaches and 1 seems to get eliminated their future. This isn’t meant to be any type of analysis, but that may come. in this first episode, he talks about the first night of the playing games, the Lakers versus the pelicans, and the Warriors versus the Kings.
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2024-04-1754 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Devin McNairIn this episode of Public Servants Announcements we talk to, musician and content creator, Devin McNair. In this episode we get a little dark as we talk about the similarities and differences in us dealing with the sickness and eventual death of our mothers at a young age. We also talk about how he creates his music and what genre he fits in. We end talking about the importance of him making content with his friends and how that has strengthened their relationships. Give it a listen and let me know what you think.
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2024-03-251h 25Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Chris OgbonnaIn this episode of Public Servants Announcements, we talk to Chris Ogbonna. Not only does he talk to us about social media, streaming, and becoming an influencer, but he also gives us some insight on code switching. He talks about his experience as a salesman, and his goal of becoming a billionaire. He reads, studies, and isn't afraid to try new things. Give this episode a listen for some good gems for another incredible young man.
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2024-03-111h 45Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Kennedy Miller, M.EdOn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, I get to talk with an incredible young man, Mr. Kennedy Miller. Not only does he already have a Master's degree in Sport Administration, but he has coached at the high school and college levels, currently teaches World History, and has plenty of big plans coming soon. We talk about his love basketball practices, his success as a coach, and his passion for basketball trivia. Dive in to this episode to learn about this incredible man in our continuing season of highlighting us!
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2024-03-041h 23Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants Announcements w/ Dailon MinorIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk with high school junior, and starting point guard of BigTyme Sports Preparatory Academy, Dailon Minor. At the time of this recording, his team was on a winning streak, and he was top 5 in 4 categories. We talk about everything from how he found his passion for playing basketball, what made him choose prep school over public school, his top 5 rappers, and his top 5 after game meals. His sarcasm and bluntness shine in this episode right from the start. Give it a listen.
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2024-02-121h 30Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Wayne StampsIn this episode of Public Servants Announcements, I talk with Wayne Stamps, commercial pilot. I take advantage of getting the opportunity to talk to a pilot by asking questions I have long wanted the answer to. And in true PSA guest fashion, Wayne e gives me a lot of new information to take in. We talk about his time management, his pilot legacy, his longevity in the field, and his goals in his career. But, we also talk about, seemingly, the most important role in his life: father. An episode I was excited to record, give it a listen.
2024-01-221h 02Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Isaiah Stewart and Jeff BoggIn this episode of Public Servants Announcements, I talk with two current players at BigTyme Sports Preparatory Academy, Isaiah Stewart and Jeff Bogg. We start by talking about why they chose a preparatory school over public school. They talk about how it’s a sacrifice mentally, physically, and developmentally. Then they talk about their coach, Mike Bables, and how he has changed their lives through the success of BigTyme. What goes into being an elite athlete? They answer this question. Then they talk about distractions, how being at a prep school helps them avoid them, and how they have ma...
2024-01-0147 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants Announcements w/ Adarius WiseIn this episode of Public Servants Announcements, I talk to another former student, kind of, that I got really close to during his time at a school I taught at. We also finally reveal the theme or pattern of this season. We start by talking about how he got into social media influencing and how the people around you can help or hinder your success. We discuss the weight of expectations and how some young people try to avoid those expectations. We talk about our frustrations with and our answers to the question, “Whats wrong?” Somehow the conversation morphs into...
2023-12-181h 18Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Isaiah GroseIn this episode with Isaiah Grose, we talk about a ton of things. We talk about dating during the pandemic, how that led to a strangely rushed and paced engagement and marriage. We get into the importance of a man having a relationship with the father of his wife if she does. Then we get into his internship with his church and how he works with the youth, and how difficult it is to talk with kids about their mental health. By the end of this podcast, we get to hear a snippet of his new single, and talk...
2023-12-041h 39Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Manuel MartinezIn this episode of Public Servants’ Announcements, we talk with another former student of mine, Manny Martinez. Over the last few years, Manny has started a weigh loss journey. At his biggest he was 380 lbs, but through running and changing his diet, he started to transform his life, which has led to a body transformation. In order to stay in control of his body after losing 160 lbs, Manny focuses on winning every day, because his ultimate goal was to circumvent the health issues that have plagued his family before him.
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2023-11-1354 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Luis BariasIn this episode of Public Servants’ Announcements, we talk with another former student of mine, Luis Barias. After introducing Luis, we quickly get into how his life went through a lot of changes during his senior year of high school. Not only did he change schools and move out of his house, but his mom died, and he ultimately lost his focus in school. He spends a little time talking about how his life and relationships have changed since his mom’s passing. That coincided with his moving out, which caused him to grow up a lot. After we talk...
2023-11-061h 19Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Patrick TurnerIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we get to talk to another former student of mine, Mr. Patrick Turner. We spend the first part of this episode hearing his incredibly unique perspective on his time in the military. He literally gives us some insight that I have never heard before. Then we talk about his plans for the future. We get into the importance of alternatives to college for young adults, but also the importance of having a plan and options. Not only was this a great chance for me to catch up with one of my favorite...
2023-10-301h 41Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Austin DearionIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, for the second week in a row, we talk to a former student of mine. But that's not what we talk about. He is also a real estate investor, and we talk a ton about how he got into that. We start with him starting to use social media to focus on what he wanted to do moving forward. That is when the seminar “Multi-Family Mindset” came across his feed, and he decided it would either be a 2 hour waste of time or he would learn, and that was the start of his...
2023-10-231h 18Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Jake YsasiIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to Jake Ysasi about poetry, boxing, and real estate. We start the podcast with Jake explaining what it was like to be in my class as a student. He then gets in to how he started writing poetry and why he does it. He then gets into how, even though he is an undefeated boxer, he really is a lover and not a fighter. He talks about the nerves and how he has a love/hate relationship with boxing. He even gets into how his dad/trainer denied him several...
2023-10-1658 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements with Coach Devon CampbellIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcement we get the privilege of listening to one of the great leaders of our time, Coach Devon Campbell. Coach Campbell gives us a ton of quotes to live by. Here are a few.
"I’m HIM… honest, integrity, manly deeds."
"I’m him because of HIM."
"My purpose is bigger than my dream."
“Great leaders replace judgement with curiosity.” Simon sinek
"Inspire, Impact, and Ignite the world with the gospel."
"Am I not gonna be fulfilled because I don’t get an opport...
2023-10-091h 39Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Coach Devin GerrityIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements with Coach Devin Gerrity, we talk about a lot of things. We talk about his upbringing in Maine, and how he ended up in Germany, Connecticut, and then settled, if thats even the right word, in Texas. We talked about how he was able to remain authentic in environments where he was the minority with authority, and how that helped him build trusting relationships with his students. We talk about his plan to eventually become a professional soccer coach in England, or escape Earth to Mars forever. But the most important parts of...
2023-10-022h 01Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Words have PowerIn this episode of sermons to myself, I talk about how powerful your words can be. More specifically, I get into the power of the songs that you use in the prayers that you asked God.
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2023-08-2024 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Thankful to Be A BlessingIn this episode, I just sit and talk about how thankful I am that God allows me to be his conduit on Earth.
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2023-08-0629 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: In the MeantimeIn this episode of Car Edition, I get honest and really about my confusion and lack of understanding in the time between doing good and seeing fruit. What do you do when you don’t know what God is telling you? I don’t have a lot of answers, but I ask a lot of questions in this one. Feel free to share what worked or didn’t work for you.
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2023-07-2523 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Principal Jenny Roberson, M.Ed.In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to my very first Principal, Mrs. Jenny Roberson. This is a great follow up to last week's episode, because these two people worked so closely together. Mrs. Roberson, I had her as Ms. Johnson, was my very first principal. We talk about her start in education, and how she ended up becoming the first principal of a magnet school in Garland. She talks about hiring the staff, making the adjustment to using and implementing technology into the everyday of school, and how much technology has changed since then. She gives...
2023-07-211h 03Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Start with LoveTwo former students messaged me today and reminded me how to really build and enhance the kingdom of God, we have to start with love. It works!
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2023-07-1832 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Kelly Taylor, M.EdIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to my very first counselor, and someone who shaped my life for the better, Ms. Kelly Taylor. I love this woman so much y'all. We talk about how she got into counseling and why. We talk about her counseling approach, and what made her so effective for 25 years in the same school. Then we talk about what caused her to switch schools after all that time, and how she almost retired. She explains the importance of relationships in schools and how it truly takes a village to raise a child...
2023-07-141h 37Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Part 8 Take Off The CoatIn this episode, I talk about how God has given me an answer to a question I have been asking for the last little while through Dr. Jackie Greene. I explain my understand if when it’s time to explain vs instruct. I give a quick story that evidences the greatness of my mom as a parent. Then God talks.
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2023-07-0823 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Teryn Pierce, M.EdIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk with first year teacher, Teryn Pierce about her journey to becoming a middle school math teacher, and how it wasn't an easy process AT ALL. We talk about the struggles of getting the ropes of teaching, how to navigate learning and building relationships with students, and then how hard it is to end the year and get new students. But none of that happens before talk about baking cakes, working in the corporate world and her car getting stuck in a car wash. This is a very entertaining episode, with...
2023-07-072h 01Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Part 7: PushIn the episode, I get my own personal revelation from God. We always think about God’s perfect timing as a means to slow us down, but what if God needs us to speed up? Oooooo boy this got good fast!
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2023-07-0622 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Dr. Darryl HowardIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements with Dr. Darryl Howard we hit a lot of topics. We start with the inspirational fact that he wakes up to work out and spend time with God. We then get in to his upbringing. We talk about how a young man, with two younger sisters, from the Black Bottom, only had 3 options leaving high school at 16. He talks about his time in the forces, how he found Christ, and what lead him to becoming an academic doctor. Then we get into the meat and potatoes of how his being a professor...
2023-07-031h 25Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Zundra Dilworth, M.EdIn this episode with Zundra Dilworth, we talk about a lot, but the main focus, as it is in most conversations with most educators, how to make things better for students. We start by talking about how Ms. Dilworth has combined two clubs to create more unity amongst the African and African American student body. She gets into her motive for this, which lead her to say, "It is safer for every other race to be black than black people." We then dive into the impact that parent involvement, finances, and school interest play in extra curricular activities. We...
2023-06-261h 14Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Part 6 (Keep your friends close?)In this episode of car edition, I talk about, actually I question, how to know if you should be keeping your friends or circle close to you? Mindset, values, morals, and motivation are all important when following God, but do they have to match with your friends? Tell me what you think.
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2023-06-2416 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition: Part 5 (Sacrifice is hard)In this episode I talk about the difficulty of sacrifice and trying to walk the path God has set for you while you can’t see the results.
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2023-06-2214 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Doris Jones, M.Ed, Amberly Craven, M.Ed, Shandra Clark, M.Ed, and Dr. Brittany AmosIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, I have 4 of my favorite people that I have worked with. I have worked with all of them in multiple stints and built a bond and friendship that extends outside the school building and into our daily lives, and that is why this was the perfect group to bring on and talk about camaraderie in the workplace. We talk about how we get to know others at work, how we handle (or not) conflict in the workplace, and the importance of having people that will go to battle with you, and not...
2023-06-191h 03Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Dr. Myesha Applewhite Part 2Don't call it a comeback, but we have our first repeat guest. Dr. Myesha Applewhite is back ya'll!!! We continue right back off with the incredible conversation we had in Season 1, episode 14. In this episode, of Public Servants' Announcements, we start by hearing about the MILES of Freedom program that helps Justice Involved adults. Listen to learn what that means. Then we jump into the topic of mental health. Dr. Applewhite tells us to prioritize ourselves, and be okay if we don't get the response we expect when trying to work through things with others. There are soooooooo many gems...
2023-06-1252 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Car Edition 4In the episode we talk about Psalms 7 or Psalms 1-7. We talk about what got David to the point of begging God to kill the evil or kill himself. Boy I love David. Boy I love God.
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2023-06-1023 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Overcome: Derica's TestimonyIn this episode, I deliver on my promise to bring a guest to Sermons to Myself, and boy did Ms. Derica Booker deliver. We talk about everything from our spiritual upbringing, our journey to where we are now in our relationship with God, how doing things for others almost took us out, and how what the outside perceived as a blessing wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Then we "pivot" and we talk about sexuality, growth, sin, and the stipulations that people put on what it means to be a christian. Not to mention, we mention Derica's...
2023-06-092h 20Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Car Edition 3In this episode, I make “Car edition” an official thing, and thing talk about the frustration of the “wait”. I dive in to how “having faith” isn’t easy and then gives an example that leads me straight to the answer on accident. Such is life.
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2023-06-0926 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Overcome: Car Edition Part 2Just another session of me talking to God. Worshiping to thank him and gain understanding.
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2023-06-0733 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Chamayne DangerfieldIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to cheer coach, and my "cousin" Chamayne Dangerfield. We talk about how she got into, fell out of, and then got back into cheer again. We talk about the cheer uniforms, and she gives us a history lesson on how cheer even got started. We delve into the importance of male coaches and role models in all sports, including cheer, and the impact that can have on children. Then we get personal. She talks about her shifting and growing relationship with God, which was reignited by meeting two people, through cheer...
2023-06-051h 20Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Overcome: car editionIn this episode from my car, we continue the overcome series with the tail end of my car worship. Give it a listen.
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2023-06-0321 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Kristin BrownIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk with MRs. Kristin (Krissy) Brown about being a military wife, an finance worker, and an entrepreneur. She gets into what makes her relationship with her husband a successful one. She also gives us the low down about how you should expect to be talked to my the person on the other end of that oh so dreaded collection call. We talk about pretty much everything under the sun, including cow pulling. (Listen to find out what that is.) But the biggest take away for me was when we talked about...
2023-05-291h 38Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Prescott MackIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we have THE Prescott Mack on with us, and he gives us a ton of insight. We talk about how he got his start in coaching, how he decided to become a sports agent at 16 years old, and how that decision was partly based on 90s sitcoms. We also get into how he has started 2 professional basketball teams, some of the mistakes he made, and how COVID was a blessing in disguise for him. All of that, plus the importance, or not, of relationships and how he has 2 new business ventures in...
2023-05-2255 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Vincent NaidooIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements with Vincent Naidoo, we talk about basketball from the lease of a trainer. We talk about the different ways to train, the importance of knowing the player you are training, and the importance of knowing who you are as a trainer. We also talk about how Vincent went from player to trainer, because he was realistic with himself. We also talk about the state of youth basketball, and just how skilled a lot of the young players are and why we think that is. If you are a trainer, or just a...
2023-05-151h 18Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Tricia AdesanyaIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk with former educator, of a few days, Tricia Adesanya. Of course we talk about what made her resign in the middle of the school year, but we also talking about what that means for her future. We spend a lot of time talking about communicating with parents, and the results in can have in the classroom, but also on the teacher's mental health. We talk about the state of education as a whole, and where we think it will be in the not so distant future. Give it a listen.
2023-05-0858 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Laretta Mensah, M.Ed., and Vanessa Medrez, M.EdIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we get our first group pod with Ms. Mensah and Ms. Medrez. We talk about everything from their first meeting, that story is hilarious, to how they worked as a partnership in a class for 4 years, to their incredible passion for Christ. We also get in to what they plan on doing next. We talk about their passions, the stresses that pulled them out of the classroom, and how that stress is also the part they loved most about teaching. This pod fed my spirit, and hopefully it does the same for...
2023-05-011h 33Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Overcome: Conviction vs. CondemnationIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, I continue to share my testimony, but even more that that, I talk about what I believe is a huge problem in a lot of churches, and thats people in the church not knowing their authority. We talk about the difference between power and authority and the difference between conviction and condemnation. We allow the Archangel Michael and Jesus to show us the difference between power and authority by using the book of Jude and the well know John 3:16 (and the scriptures around it. Give this one a listen for my insights...
2023-04-281h 20Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Daeja Boetang, M.EdIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, Assistant Principal, Daeja Boetang talks a ton about her transition from teacher, to Dean of Instruction, to Assistant Principal. She gets in to how her positive and bubbly personality was a weakness at times, and caused her to overcorrect. The questions "When did you lose your compassion?" comes up. We also talk about motivating students and teachers to want to be in school and making it more "fun." Then she gives the most wise piece of advice I believe we have ever had on Public Servants' Announcements as her Public Servants' Announcement...
2023-04-241h 14Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Overcome: My TestimonyWe are starting a new sermon series called Overcome. Our lead scripture is from Revelations 12:11-12. In Overcome, we are giving our testimonies, because the Bible says in Revelations that the men overcame the devil by the blood of the lamb and the word of our testimony. Now, I will warn you, if you not ready to hear me get personal, to hear me reveal some private pieces of information about my life and my upbringing, this may be a series that you want to skip. Not only am I going to be getting personal and raw, but I...
2023-04-211h 42Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Elicia Criss, M.EdIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements with Mrs. Elicia Criss, we talk about everything from the year we worked together, needing private space to get work done, and why teachers have more ability to leave their career than most other professions. We also get into the pull we face to turn out side hustle into our main hustle, why so many teachers stay in education, and why there is a deficit. She gives us THE REAL in the realest way. Give it a listen.
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2023-04-171h 44Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: PeaceIn the series finale of Fruits of the Spirit, we finally talk about peace. This episode, however, goes in to so much more than just have peace, but its talks about my journey to find peace, and the struggle I have had with figuring out what peace really looks like. I dig in to my family history and how things that I saw as a child disturbed my peace growing up. I talk about the chase of money and then the recognition that money can't buy peace, but is still necessary to life. Ultimately, this episode is a reminder...
2023-04-141h 10Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants Announcements w/ Mikey AbramsIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to former teacher, and current real estate agent, Mikey Abrams. We discuss his life as a teacher, what got him into it, and what made him want to leave. That is a shocker. We talk about the importance of Fine Arts in school, and how they prepare children for real life in a way that the education system is failing to do. He also gives a very quick answer to why he is in real estate. Its a good, very entertaining listen. Don't believe me? Only one way to prove...
2023-04-1046 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: Self ControlIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirits series with self-control. We use the stories of Jesus being tempted in the wilderness and David not killing Saul in the cave to explain not only how self-control is up to up, but how you will only be tempted by things you have the ability to do. We dig deep in to self-control, temptation, and why God allows us free will. Give it a listen.
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2023-04-071h 14Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Coach Jimmie BoydIn this episode with Coach Jimmie Boyd, we talk about everything from the history of Dallas High School football, how it relates to today's high school basketball, the state of education, and much more. We hit on how parents can contribute to their child's learning in school, but also how they can best support the coaches they entrust their children to. Then we talk basketball and running basketball organizations at the youth level. Its a long podcast for a reason ya'll. Give it a listen.
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2023-04-032h 20Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: FaithfulnessIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirit series with faithfulness. We use the parable that Jesus gives about stewardship to explain how faithfulness is not just about having faith in God, but about stewarding over what he has already given you. We use finances, but towards the end, we talk about stewarding over your time, and being faithful in that. Give it a listen. On my second listen, I got even more than I did when I was recording it.
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2023-03-3155 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementMusic That Saved Me w/ Josiah Devers - And the Beat Goes OnIn our inaugural episode of Music That Saved Me w/ Josiah Devers, we listen to the song, And The Beat Goes On, by The Whispers. Josiah explains to us how this song helped him cope with his father taking a leave of absence from his life. Give it a listen.
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2023-03-2918 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Ashaunda Giles, M. Ed.In this episode with Assistant Principal Ashaunda Giles. We reminisce on a great time working together as English teachers as part of a dynamic trio. The third party in that trio is coming soon. But we also talk about how education has changed in the Ast 17 years. She gives her opinions about the difference in teachers and administrator personalities from the beginning of her career in education, but she also recognizes the challenges that have made those changes possible. We spend a few minutes talking about standardized testing, and then we hear from God. Give it a listen.
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2023-03-271h 43Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Shavonia Finley, M. Ed.In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk a lot about how teachers can make their classes more relevant without sacrificing rigor. It is a great follow-up to last week's episode, in which Dr. Bell discussed how he plans on preparing teachers. Mrs. Finley used a very similar method in her classes, and is now using it as an instructional coach at the district level. We also get into living a balanced life and the real focus of the education system. Give it a listen.
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2023-03-201h 33Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: KindnessIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirit series with Kindness. We use the story of Zacchaeus and Jesus from Luke 19:1-10. We explain the difference, as I believe it to be, between goodness and kindest. I also talk about how I feel some people have let down the Kingdom of God, but it isn't a new thing. It has been happening since Jesus walked the Earth, and his encounter with Zacchaeus is a great example of that.
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2023-03-1757 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Dr. Adam BellIn this season opening podcast, we talk with Dr. Adam Bell about the transition he is making into the lead role in the school building, principal. He also talks about leaving administration to go back into the classroom, teacher preparation reform, and the importance of making learning fun. Give it a listen.
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2023-03-131h 15Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits Of The Spirit: GoodnessIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue our series on the fruits of the spirit. This week we talk about goodness using the story of the Good Samaritan. The are a few other tidbits in here as well. Listen, and let me know what you think.
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2023-03-1043 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: MeeknessIn this episode of Sermons To Myself, we continue the series on the fruits of the spirit. This episode we use the story of Jesus' "trial" right before his crucifixion and the story of the three friends to explain how we are expected to be meek. I also have a surprise twist/revelation in the story of Jesus' trial. You may just leave this podcast with a different view of one of the side characters. Give it a listen to find out what I mean.
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2023-02-241h 12Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/Daisha Jenerson, M.EdIn this season finale episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk with Daisha Jenerson about... well you see the length of this pod; we talk about EVERYTHING. This podcast is informational and entertaining, fun, and serious. I had to have the perfect guest for the end of this first amazing season of Public Servants' Announcements. Give it a listen, and tell me I'm right.
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2023-02-202h 52Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: PatienceIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue our series on the fruits of the spirit. In this episode, we talk about patience. I talk about what makes patience so hard for me, but I also use the story of Abram and Sarai to explain the importance of patience to God, and we end with the unintended consequences of not having patience, and trying to "help" God.
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2023-02-171h 16Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Michael BradleyIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we get to hear from another wonderful member of that Carter Junior High elite staff. Michael Bradley was not only one of the leaders on that campus from the classroom, but he was my next door neighbor. You get to hear how his life as a child impacted who he became as an adult and teacher. You will also realize very quickly in this episode how much of a servant he truly is when he explains why he became a teacher. This episode is full of wise nuggets and hilarious stories, so...
2023-02-131h 30Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: JoyIn this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirit series with our second fruit of the spirit, joy. We discuss how we all already have joy, but also how joy is cyclical.
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2023-02-1049 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Akhil Raju, R.N.In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to travel nurse, Akhil Raju. We talk about everything from how he fell in love, planned a wedding, and got married while travel nursing, to how his religion and politics effects, or doesn't effect, his ability to care for his patients. We also get to hear a few cool facts about me that only someone who went to middle school and high school with me would know. Give it a listen.
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2023-02-061h 28Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Fruits of the Spirit: LoveIn this series of the Sermon to Myself section of the podcast, we explore the Fruits of the spirit and how they connect to God's calling on my life to be like a tree planted, bearing fruit in all season. This series is the answer to the question, "What fruit?" God answered, and I believe that his messages to me, start with love. Spread love first.
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2023-02-0345 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Dietra MooreIn this episode, not only does Mrs. Dietra Moore explain to us how our gifting can also be our curse, but she explains how teaching taught her to look at people as God's creation and not her project. And thats all in the first 15 minutes of this 100 minute podcast. the wisdom in this here podcast is something different. Give it a listen to learn you something.
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2023-01-301h 41Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Mental Health: Love Thy SelfIn this series ending episode of Sermons To Myself, I talk about how the ultimate way out of mental health struggles is to truly began to love yourself. Listen for the scriptures that clearly show God and Jesus explaining the importance of self love and care.
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2023-01-2735 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Joseph (pseudonym) the Undercover Peace OfficerIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to an officer that we will call Joseph. He works undercover, but we actually spend a ton of time talking about the more political and legal sides of the law enforcement system. He gives some personal anecdotes about what made him want to become a police officer, why he left to pursue another career, and what he enjoys about he does now. But we also get into police relations, alcohol laws, and marijuana laws.
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2023-01-231h 00Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Mental Health: ShameIn this episode of Sermons to Myself we look at the story of the fall from grace in Genesis 3:1-10. We talk, not about the decision to take a bite of the apple and the consequences, but of the shame that was created by the additional knowledge. Shame is the basis of most of my battles with depression. Listen to find out how, why, and how I fight against it.
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2023-01-2053 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/Connie Camargo, M.EdIn this episode, we talk to an incredible teacher/coach about the mental and political aspects of teaching. She talks about burnout, how to avoid it, the mental struggle of giving yourself "me time", and the importance of constantly seeing growth. It was a great episodes with some wonderful gems and analogies.
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2023-01-1659 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons to Myself: Mental Health: Planted Like a TreeIn this episode, I build on God's messages to me about how to survive my mental health battles. In this once, I get detailed about what I believe God's calling and purpose is for my life and how he has told me to attain in. Midway through the episode, you hear me have a revelation about what I should be doing and how to recognize where I am being successful. Listen, enjoy, let me know what you think.
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2023-01-1336 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Dr. Myesha ApplewhiteIn this incredible episode with Dr. Applewhite, we talk about the criminal justice system, learning self control and accountability, and how educators can increase the safety and comfortability in their classroom by just recognizing that the students are people and being people centered. There is a lot more in this episode, but I will not spoil it hear. Give it a listen and feel free to subscribe.
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2023-01-091h 07Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Mental Health: Birds of a FeatherIn this episode, we continue our focus on mental health, with a more specified focus on how the people around us can effect out faith and our ability to focus on our purpose. We use the story of Jairus and Jesus healing his daughter and the woman with the issue of blood to examine how Jesus handles the people around him in a critical time of faith. Scripture comes from Mark 5:21-43
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2023-01-061h 10Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Dr. Christopher TurnerOn this episode, we get to hear from my cousin, Dr. Chris Turner. We talk a lot about the education system, and how it has changed and what has to be done to be successful in the current culture of education. We hit on standardized testing, teacher retention, the change in students and parents, and even the challenges of getting graduate degrees while working.
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2023-01-0256 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Marion FullerIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we get to talk to Marion Fuller. Not only does he give back with his nonprofit GoldMyNe Outreach, but he is also an avid hoops fan. We touch on Deion Sanders, the crab in a barrel mentality, what it's like being from a small town, and the impact coaches can have on their players long term. This is a great episode that ends with some PHENOMENAL advice, so make sure you make it there.
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2022-12-2648 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermon To Myself: Mental Health: More than WordsIn this episode, I talk about mental health. In what will probably be a multi part series about how religion, spirituality, and mental health intertwine. I will talk about my experiences, how God has helped me through some of my darkest moments, ad how I continue to learn and grow in God to work on myself and my mental health.
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2022-12-2339 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Reny Lizardo, M.Ed.In this special pre-Christmas episode, I have a major gift for you. I get to talk with the principal who saw in me, what I didn't see in myself, and helped me start the journey to becoming the leader I want to be. We talk about his hiring practices, including some of his interview questions, and the answers he looks for and what they tell him. We also talk about how he handle different types of adversity as a leader. All of this while walking through his journey from student at a small private school to Executive Director Irving ISD.
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2022-12-191h 05Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Eric BillingsIn this episode with Eric Billings, my college roommate, we learn about the counseling life. Eric is an LPCA that does Drug and Addiction Counseling and counseling for convicts being released from prison. We talk about that, the journey to take him from an Aerospace Engineering major to counseling, and existentialism. He gives some great advice, and we also hear how our podcast, Public Servants' Announcements, wouldn't be a thing without him.
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2022-12-121h 25Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Ms. CIn this episode we hear Ms. C talk about a lot of different aspects of teaching. She starts with explaining why and how she is able to break math down to a level of understanding for all students. Then she talks about how the military helped prepare her to be a middle school math teacher. And then, of course, we get into testing and its effects on her ability to teach all students the best way she can. But she ends with an important message about self care and building a community in your workplace. Great conversation with a...
2022-12-051h 05Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermon To Myself - Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready - Get ReadyIn the final episode of this series, I discuss how God just wants me to start doing whatever it is he is telling me to do. We use the story of Zerrubabel started the temple that would last over 500 years to show how he is "pleased with small beginnings."
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2022-12-0242 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Fadelellah MounshedThis is the most energetic episode of Public Servants' Announcement that we have had so far. Now, notice that this episode is marked as explicit. Fadel is a character, but he does not watch his mouth. He promised me that he would bring it raw and full of energy, and he delivered. He delivered so much that we will have an extra segment that he created called "Off the Wall" where he really gets to let loose. I enjoyed it so much that it will become a regular show, and obviously, his episode will be the first episode. Don't...
2022-11-281h 12Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcements w/ Pastor Tory TerrellIn this episode with Pastor Tory Terrell, the ref, basketball coach, and author, we talk about his wive's books, "My Faith is Stronger Than My Fears" and "30 Days Consecration With Jesus," both by Desiree Terrell and available on their website www.biggameministries.com. We also talk about how Big Game Ministries got started, how he became a basketball coach, and how his relationship with God effects everything in his life from coaching, to parenting, to voting. This is a GREAT listen that really impacted me and motivated to to keep pushing on my personal journey with God. Hopefully it...
2022-11-211h 05Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermon to Myself - Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready - You Don't Have To...In this episode, I talk about the revelation that God gave me sitting in a truck about my current position in life. I use John 6:28-29 as my lead scripture of God telling me to just believe in him, and let him do the rest. This isn't a super long message, but it's one that I needed.
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2022-11-1836 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Kathy SmithIn this episode of Public Servant's Announcement, we talk with Kathy Smith, a teacher with 40 years of classroom experience, about everything from her longevity, how politics effect her ability to teach and build relationships, to dealing with the death of a student and how being a teacher effects her family. She really does demonstrate why she has been able to survive in a field where the average career is 14 years, for almost 3 times that. Please enjoy learning from and listening to Ms. Kathy Smith.
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2022-11-141h 11Public Servants’ AnnouncementSermon to Myself - Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready - Ready? Sow!In this message, we come from Psalms 27:14, to discuss what to do when you think you are ready for the blessings of God, but you aren't receiving them. In my quiet time with God, I realized that I felt like I was ready, but I may not have been doing what God needed from me most. Sowing.
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2022-11-1150 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ John RogersIn this episode, we talk to RVP of Primerica Financial Services, John Rogers. He talks about the importance of life insurance and securing your future, but even more than that; we talk about having a growth mindset. He talks about being a life coach/motivational speaker. He also impresses the importance of setting a lifestyle goal for what you want, and then structuring your life to fit that goal.
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2022-11-0740 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementSermons To Myself: Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready - StayIn this Sermon to Myself, God focused on the scripture Psalms 27:14 and the story of Saul vs. the Phillistine army in 1st Samuel 13. His main instructions for me are to follow his instructions, and only his instructions, and to "Stay" with him in my time of need to make sure that I am fully comprehending what he wants from me in the moment.
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2022-11-0441 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Lt. Col. LaDaryl FranklinIn this episode of Public Servants' Announcements we, I, get to learn a ton about the armed services and how they work. Obviously, we couldn't learn everything in one sitting, but we talk about mental health, equal opportunity, how politics effect the military, and then dive into some classroom management at the end of the episode. We hit a wide range of topics, and Lt. Col. Franklin speaks very candidly about his time and on his opinions of the military.
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2022-10-311h 14Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Doris Morehead, M.EdThis episode is simply a masterclass of expert advice from an expert educator. Now, sadly, we had some technical difficulties (on my end) in this episode, so it is very difficult to hear me at times, so turn the volume all the way up. But Mama Morehead can be heard very clearly, and she is giving us everything we need to start moving in the right direction as educators; including a handout to reach out if you feel you need more than what you heard here. This is a special episode.
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2022-10-241h 26Public Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Amberly Craven, M.Ed.During this episode with Mrs. Amberly Craven, we talk about the ins and outs of education. What keeps her going, how she is playing to move up, the importance of a circle of educator friends, and mental health in the work place. Throughout the entire episode you can hear her juggling the multiple roles of mommy, wife, and educator, and thats just part of the calling. Hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording.
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2022-10-1751 minPublic Servants’ AnnouncementPublic Servants' Announcement w/ Kelechi Ogbonna, R.N.In our conversation with Kelechi, we discuss the health field, as it pertains to nursing, mental health, and finding a work life balance. We also discuss comparisons between nursing and other public service professions, as well as the difference in our generation and the generation directly behind us. Economics come up, but most importantly, you get to hear Kelechi's passion about her job, and I'm sure, after this 80 minute episode, you will understand why her patients love her so much.
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