Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean This week's guests are the dynamic father and son duo, Tyrone and Semaj Pierre. Hailing from the original 504, which is Baton Rouge Louisiana, the Pierre's are painting a detailed picture of Christian manhood and scholarship attainment. Tyrone leads the way, while son Semaj also known as the "Slot Machine," just completed his freshman year of high school with a 4.25 GPA. Semaj is already the recipient of multiple D1 scholarship offers, with more to come as he excels on and off the field. Lock in as we discuss everything from fatherhood to football. Tyrone and Semaj also share the best advice they've received, along with their list of recommendeds in "The Exit Ticket." Enjoy this Father's Day special with Tyrone and Semaj Pierre. Follow Tyrone and Semaj: Instagram: Father (Tyrone): @9inedawg Son (Semaj): @semaj02 Twitter: @_semaj02 Subscribe to The Network! You never know, you might need it! Like and share with a friend.
Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean This week's guest is Minister Jeremy Parquet. Jeremy is the ONLY professional football player in history to win championships in a College Bowl Game, the NFL Europe World Bowl, the UFL, and a Super Bowl with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Parquet shares his journey from NORCO, Louisiana to the NFL, from being cut to finding God. He even shares his battles with mental health in an uplifting Season 3 premiere of The Network. Hope you enjoy it. Subscribe to The Network! You never know, you might need it! Like and share with a friend. Instagram: @jeremyparquet Recommended Podcasts: Knuckleheads The Pivot Recommended Reads "Essentialism" by Greg McKeown Recommended Music: "Ain't it Fun" by Paramour "Firm Foundation" by Maverick City "We don't talk about Bruno" from Encanto Ya Didn't Ask: "When emotion runs high, logic runs low."
The pandemic and our lives in general are at a pivot point--it's called the R.E.S.E.T. If the R.E.S.E.T. has you feeling dazed and confused, I've got help for you right here. Let's R.E.S.E.T. the room and then R.E.S.E.T. your life. Facebook: www.facebook.com/resetwithj Instagram: @reset.with.j Twitter: jkprejean
Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean This week's guest is Jason E. Brown, host of the "Not Too Preachy" podcast and founder of the 41|42 ministry. "Not Too Preachy" is information and inspiration, comforting and convicting, all from God's Word...just not too preachy. You can find it wherever you listen to podcasts and Facebook live. The 41|42 ministry is geared toward the development of young people, and the adults who serve them. Facebook: Jason Brown Twitter: jebrown4142 Instagram: jebrown4142 Website: www.fortyonefortytwo.com Recommended Reads "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Haley "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho "The Screw Tape Letters" by C.S. Lewis "Post Traumatic Slave Disorder" by Dr. Joy DeGruy Recommended Music: Tobe Ngwigwe Brad Jordan aka Scarface Nas Lacrae Andy Mineo Sho Baraka Andre "3000" Benjamin and Antwan "Big Boi" Patton bka Outkast Recommended Podcasts: The Geto Boys podcast Not Too Preachy The Network with Michael Prejean Ya Didn't Ask: "Don't let fear rule your decisions"
This week's guest is Sociology Professor Black History Bible Historian, and a friend of mine for over 20 years, Michael Ayers. Get your note taking material. This episode is meat, not milk. We're going to the deep end this week. Facebook: The Vanguard Resurrection School Email: thevanguardresurrectionschool@yahoo.com Recommended Reads: "The Chains and Images of Psychological Slavery" by Dr. Naim Akbar "No more Mr. Nice Guy" by Dr. Robert A Glover "Medical Apartheid" by Harriet Washington Any Biology or Sociology textbook The Bible Recommended Music: Gospel Old School R&B and Hip Hop "Help Me" by Tamela Mann Darius Brooks Kirk Franklin X Clan Ya Didn't Ask: "In October, you need your Change battery out your car, because the summer heat has wreaked havoc on the battery you're using now.
This week's guest is stylist and social media influencer Cameron Brown aka Cam.Stylez. Listen in as shares his journey from wearing school uniforms to now securing brand partnerships. He shares the 5 pair of pants every guy should own, and gives style tips by age range. This young man dropped knowledge + gems in this episode. I hope you pick up what he's putting down! TikTok: Cam Stylez Instagram: @cam.stylez Youtube: Cam Stylez Recommended Reads "Wholeness" by Toure Roberts "No more Mr. Nice Guy" by Dr. Robert A Glover Recommended Music: Tyler the Creator Lil Nas X Recommended Podcasts: The Network with Michael Prejean The Roommates Podcast Fresh + Fit Ya Didn't Ask: "People on social media are faking it!"
This week's guest is Dr. CE Payne Hull. Payne by birth, Hull by choice, Dr. Payne Hull is an educator, wife, mother, author, mentor and survivor of Stevens Johnson syndrome, amongst many other things. A woman of precise vision, Dr. Payne Hull shares her intimate journey with us from a preacher's daughter to head of school. Facebook: CE Payne Hull, Maat Adorned 2016, Queendom 101 Twitter: @101queendom; @maatadorned Instagram: @queendom_101org; @maatadorned Website: www.queendom101.org; www.maatadorned.com - The Holy Bible - the ISIS Papers by: Frances Cress Welsing - Nigger by Dick Gregory - Caste by: Isabel Wilkerson - Blink by: Malcolm Gladwell - Just as I Am: Cicely Tyson - Medical Apartheid by: Harriet Washington - Assata by Assata Shakur - The New Jim Crow by: Michelle Alexander - 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene - The Art of War by Sun Tzu - The Post-Racial Negro Green Book (1st edition) - Dust Tracks on the Road by Zora Neale Hurston Recommended Music: - Gospel (Acapella Groups) - Tai Chi - Smooth Jazz - Reggae - My Pandora Stations: Common, Talib Kweli, Lauryn Hill, Bob Marley Recommended Podcasts: - Holt Street Church of Christ Montgomery - The Network - Latoya Okeia (for aspiring life coaches) - The Dr. Will Show Ya Didn't Ask: "A reminder message for black women and girls- Black women are given a small room for error. As black women we must always be on top of our game and know that God controls everything, understand the art of war, the 48 laws of power, how to influence without authority, and make every effort to be our very best at everything we do every minute of every day!"
This week's episode features the first person who hired me when I moved to Houston TX, Nicole Franklin-Jones. Nicole currently serves as the Director of Youth and Outreach with AVDA-Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse. This episode is filled with great information. Are you in a healthy relationship? Do you know someone who is an abusive relationship? What are the signs of danger? Facebook: Nicole Jones Website: www.avda-tx.org Instagram: @nikki3579 Click here for more info: Are You in a Healthy Relationship? Current reading/Recommended Reads: 100 Ways to Stay Young from Parragon Books Currently listening/Recommended Music: How deep is your love by PJ Morton Recommended Podcasts n/a Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but... "What is it that you like about yourself and why?"
This week's episode features Insurance guru, Freddie Noble. Freddie is a Gulf War veteran and has been with State Farm for over 26 years. He holds licenses in Property and Casualty, Life and Health and Series 6. Facebook: www.facebook.com/nobleagent Twitter: @4anobleagent Instagram: @4anobleagent Current reading/Recommended Reads: Chasing the Scream by Johann Hart David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell Success Runs in our Race by George C. Fraser The Prayer of Jabez by Bruce Wilkerson Miseducation of the Negro by Carter G Woodson The coming home of John (souls of blackfolks) W.E. Dubois Makes me want to Holler by Nathan Mcall I know why caged bird sing by Mayou Angelou Mama by Terry McMillian Isis Papers by Frances Cress Welsing Option Trading for Beginners by JD Scott White Evangelical Racism by Anthea Butler 5 Major Pieces to Life by Jim Rohn The Half Has Never Been Told by Edward Baptiste Currently listening/Recommended Music: J. Cole Da Baby Music that tells a story Recommended Podcasts The Network with Michael Prejean (aye!) Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but... "Being the father of 3 girls (you learn how to tend to) their emotional needs of 3 daughters." "How do you deal with dysfunctional families?"
This week's episode features Brian L. Turner, Ph. D. Dr. Turner is a licensed clinical psychologist serving the greater New Orleans area. He is also an Associate Professor of Psychology at Xavier University of Louisiana, Director of the African American Studies program at XU and owner of Moments of Truth, LLC. Dr. Turner practices in his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana and gives us direction on what "winning" looks like. Facebook: Brian Turner Twitter: @nojagr504 Instagram: @nojagr504 Current reading/Recommended Reads: Soothe Your Nerves Miseducation of the Negro Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing Breaking the Psychological Chains of Slavery For white foks who teach in the hood, and the rest of y'all American Uprising: The untold story of America's Largest Slave Revolt Currently listening/Recommended Music: From J. Cole to Kendrick to Lil Wayne to Drake to DJ Khaled to Cash Money to No Limit to Ha Sizzle Earth Wind and Fire Anita Baker Keith Sweat Bishop Paul Morton PJ Morton Recommended Podcasts The Network with Michael Prejean (aye!) The Black Agenda Podcast with Devin Dedeaux and Adrian Guess While Black with Darius Hick Brothers with Degrees Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but... "Don't loan money to people who can't pay you back and expect to get it back." "Take care of yourself first so that you can take care of those who you are responsible for and some who are not..." "Good food, Good folks and Good fun...if you get at least two of those in life, the third has to follow...you can't have two of them and the third come up lame."
Head of Business Development & Co-Owner of web based business New Seneca Village, Nicholas Prejean joins "The Network" to discuss his eye opening experiences as an adolescent, explain why people need to focus on making more money, and to make his case for #Kanye2020. Company name/Website: www.newsenecavillage.com Facebook: Nicholas Prejean Instagram: @Nicholas_Ted33 & @New_Seneca Twitter: @Nicholas_Ted33 & @New_Seneca Recommended Books: Losing the Race by John McWhorter Recommended Music: Alfredo by Freddie Gibbs Recommended Podcasts: Cloud N Clear by Tony Safoian Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but... "Be careful who you take advice from," & "Potential is nothing without performance."
Dr. Jeremy Alexander joins "The Network" to tell his story of perseverance. From writing his own letter of recommendation for dental school, to being the first person in his class to open his own practice, to filing bankruptcy, and now Miles for Smiles, Dr. Alexander has learned lessons only the way God can teach them. Web: www.milesforsmiles.com Facebook: Miles For Smiles Instagram: @milesforsmiles318 Twitter: @miles4smile Recommended Author: Myles Munroe Recommended Music: Kirk Franklin Kidz Bop! Recommended Podcasts: Chris Hogan Show Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but...God rewards Perseverance, period!
Terrell Robertson, also known as Dig of Dig Deep Fitness LLC joins The Network. His story exemplifies his toughness, discipline and ability to overcome in the face of loss and hardship. A humble, hard working brother, Terrell also shares some dietary and fitness hacks you don't want to miss on this episode of The Network. Instagram: @DigDeepFitnessLLC Facebook: Terrell Robertson/Dig Deep Fitness Website: www.digdeepfitnessllc.com Current reading/Recommended Reads: Studying to becoming Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Currently listening/Recommended Music: Prince 2Pac Gospel Local Baton Rouge artists Recommended Podcasts: The LaTangela Show Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but..."Man Up."
Educator by trade, Poet/Author/Spoken Word artist by birth. Leigh Arie Prejean joins "The Network" to discuss her journey as a blooming scribe. Follow her on Instgram x Twitter: @bloomingscribe Recommended Books: “Conscious Loving” - Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks "Girl, wash your face" - Rachel Hollis “Their Eyes Were Watching God” - Zora Neale Hurston Any book written by Alex Elle Recommended Music: Any Black Lives Matter playlist Verzuz Spotify playlist - specifically Fred Hammond and Kirk Franklin Recommended Podcasts: Hey, girl- Alex Elle Therapy for Black Girls - Dr. Joy Harden Bradford Unpack n’ Bounceback - Skye Townsend and Reyna Biddy Finally, "You Didn't Ask," but being the kind of person that doesn't forgive ain't it!
Follow The Network with Michael Prejean podcast on social media: Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thenetworkwithmichaelpreje6380?si=WFTJgGZ64LsHHxUy Follow Dr. Decuir on social media: Instagram: @drsdecuir Twitter: @drsdecuir Website: www.sinegal-decuir.com In the fourth installment of the History Quarter, Dr. Sinegal-Decuir delivers the Top 5 historical and contemporary issues that have impacted the African American community past and present. Those five issues are: Criminal Justice Employment Education Health Care Voting Of course, Dr. Decuir leaves us with a life changing prescription that we call "Good Medicine." Subscribe to The Network! You never know, you might need it! #makeLOVEtheCULTURE
Follow The Network with Michael Prejean podcast Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean YouTube: The Network with Michael Prejean Follow Ultimate Guard Dogz: www.ultimateguarddogz.com Instagram/Facebook/TikTok: @ultimateguarddogz Follow Tory Bush: Instagram: @torybush Facebook: Tory Bush & Ether Art Follow Ted the Toy Collector All platforms: @Tedthetoycollector This week's guest are the brilliant minds behind the new comic book, "The Ultimate Guard Dogz. Both Guard Dogz Creator Tory Bush and Editor Ted the Toy Collector have graced the podcast before. Ted in Season 1 and Tory on Episode 39. Plug into Episode 64, "Designerz of the Dogz," as Tory and Ted detail the process of producing The Ultimate Guard Dogz comic. Of course, we prescribe "Good Medicine," and give you the "1 piece of unsolicited advice" you didn't ask for. Ted's Good Medicine "Every single day...make sure you have a point of peace." Tory's 1 PIECE OF UNSOLICITED ADVICE "Never give up. Follow your dreams. Do what makes you happy." Subscribe to The Network! You never know, you might need it! #makeLOVEtheCULTURE
Follow The Network with Michael Prejean podcast Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean YouTube: The Network with Michael Prejean Find Krishauna Vaughn: Phone: 832-687-7641 Email: kvaughn@primerica.com This week's guest is Krishauna Vaughn, Primerica Regional Vice President. Kris brings contagious energy and exceptional knowledge to The Network as we talk about your financial health. Plug into Episode 63, "Curing Financial Cancers" as we begin to bridge the financial gaps that are common in our community. Of course, Kris prescribes "Good Medicine," and gives you the "1 piece of unsolicited advice" you didn't ask for. Kris' Good Medicine "5 Essential People Skills" by Dale Carnegie "Split Second Choice" by Jim Winner Kris' 1 PIECE OF UNSOLICITED ADVICE "Save money today because one day money will save you." Subscribe to The Network! You never know, you might need it! #makeLOVEtheCULTURE
Follow The Network with Michael Prejean podcast on social media: Instagram: @The_Network_Podcast Facebook: The Network With Michael Prejean YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thenetworkwithmichaelpreje6380?si=WFTJgGZ64LsHHxUy Follow Dr. Decuir on social media: Instagram: @drsdecuir Twitter: @drsdecuir Website: www.sinegal-decuir.com In the third installment of the History Quarter, Dr. Sinegal-Decuir addresses the importance of Carter G. Woodson's 1933 publication, The Mis-Education of the Negro. The implications of Woodson's seminal work was revolutionary in its time, and remains a critical text in understanding the systemic roots of racial inequality in education. Of course, Dr. Decuir leaves us with a life changing prescription that we call "Good Medicine." Subscribe to The Network! You never know, you might need it! #makeLOVEtheCULTURE