OfficialDofD Podcast

Today I'm talking to Derrick J. Wilson, Candidate for Gwinnett County Commissioner, District 3 about why he's running for office and what are the major changes he'd like to champion in Gwinnett should he be elected to office. This is definitely a candidate that is aware of the struggles of many of Gwinnett's residents and is well versed in a range of issues. Hope you enjoy this episode folks, this was another great one!

Today at 5 pm, we are airing another episode. This time, I'm talking to Dee Wagner, LPC and BC-BMT about the nervous system's response to trauma, Stephen Porge's Polyvagal Theory and her very own Why Chi for Two® Now Theory created along with John Cargile. Her approach to treating trauma is revolutionary and also ideal for those who are in recovery but weary of finding a therapist.

Today, GA Congressional Candidate Marqus Cole shares why he's running. Listen in as we talk family, community and politics. This attorney and change agent has a definite passion for his community. Discover more of what he has to say @coleforgeorgia on Facebook and Instagram or coleforgeorgia.com.

Tune in today@5pm as another special episode airs featuring @melaninchatnchew in our Change Agent seriesCounselor, Yvonne Lynn-Bedrza committed herself to creating safe spaces for Black women as part of her personal experience and passion. Listen in as she powers through her purpose in this discussion about why safe spaces are so important for us. If you're feeling overwhelmed, this episode is for you! Safe spaces are key to good mental health.#safespaces #goodfences #selfcare #togetherwearestrong #officialdofd #boasoblackmedia

Today our Change Agent series continues with Adria Kitchens. The topic is "Healthy Relationships Begin with Me". Listen in as Adria talks life coaching, change, purpose and walks me through an intention setting session. The understanding is that to be effective change agents, we must first change ourselves. Internalized oppression is something that hinders many from becoming their authentic selves and we tend to operate inside of the mental confines of that internalized oppression. If we are stuck in a place of self-sabotage, we may sabotage the collective. If we step out of that place and practice mastering authentic selves, we can contribute to the collective more powerfully. Adria and Tai are hosting the upcoming "Soul Activation Series". Tune in to discover this pathway to change. #changeagents #soulactivationseries #femininepower #lifecoach #coachadria #healswithherpen #officialdofd #boasoblackmedia

Today the OfficialDofD Podcast is airing a special episode. Curtis Clemons, retired Assistant Chief of Gwinnett County Police Dept. is running for Gwinnett County Sheriff. He is a former Marine, has 30 years of experience in law enforcement between the Sheriff department and the police department. He was the first African-American man to be appointed to Assistant Chief of Gwinnett County and if he wins, he'll be the first African-American Sheriff this county has ever seen. His platform mirrors community, and community-based policing. Listen in to this interesting discussion as he covers issues like Immigration (287g), Bond Reform, Mental Health Reform in Gwinnett County Jail, and the reduction of penalties for small quantity cannabis-related offenses. This is a true agent of change and you can hear his passion in his platform. Join us for this *SPECIAL EPISODE* on Wednesday, July 31st @ 5 pm. #civicengagement #election2020 #sheriffsareelected #exerciseyourvote #clemonsforsheriff2020

This Sunday, the Change Agent series continues with show host, Tai Davis. Live Life in the Purple's MLuv was gracious enough to interview me for this purpose. We discuss my process of becoming...what was needed in order for me to be the person I am today, making the changes that I am. Currently, I am a Certified Peer Specialist in the State of Georgia. A peer is a mental health advocate with lived experience. I'm also a writer, poet, am currently being trained in cultural competency. I've had a 20 plus year career in I.T. and have brought all of that background together to create Boaso Black Media. It's my heartfelt contribution to modeling the change I'd like to see in this world. Discover Boaso at www.boasoblackmedia.com. #agentsofchange #bethechange #selfdiscovery #culturalagility #officialdofd #healswithherpen #boasoblackmedia

I'm talking to one of the most inspiring poets in Atlanta "Milk" @milk_aka_greatnessintheflesh! Listen to this Baltimore poet bring his raw reality to the airwaves. #yeahthismilk #poetsofatlanta #officialdofd #boasoblackmedia

Watch on YouTube! Now we're available on Spreaker, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcasts and Castbox!! Tune in to listen to Life Coach Sunshyne Purnell and Felecia Ife Wilson of Harambee House of Wellness. This is a black-owned business right here in Gwinnett County, GA (Snellville) that is dedicated to promoting spiritual wellness within our community. Their offerings are beautiful. Join the conversation and listen to Sunshyne talk about her motives for this business and what she does. I can tell you right now that I'm looking forward to the sound bath healing for the Sacred Circle that I'm sponsoring through @healswithherpen. 🌱🍃🌌🌍♾☯️ Follow: @harambeehouseofwellness and visit their website 🌐www.harambeehouseofwellness.com #spirituality101 #soulonfire #spritualdevelopment #loveyoursoul #soundbath #chakrasaligned #communitybuilding #divinepurpose #healingvibrations #itsofficial #officialdofd #harambeehouseofwellness

Today we're doing a deep dive into healing energy and spirituality with Tiffany Monroe, Reiki Master Teacher. She is the founder of Healing Hands Reiki & Spiritual Development, Inc. Tune in as we discuss different methods of healing, Orishas, chakras and their connection as well as other ideas about deepening your spirituality. #spiritualhealing #reikimaster #chakras #orishas #healingvibrations #healinghandsreikiatl #itsoffical #officialdofd

Today I'm talking with Ashle Mathis of AMAT Graphics as my last Millennial Entrepreneur of the series. She's an amazing graphic artist with a raw talent. Listen in as she explains why she became an entrepreneur and what her future looks like. Never underestimate the value of a person because of their age. Let's continue to inspire them to be change makers, entrepreneurs and leaders. #millenialentrepreneurs #workforwho #chaseyourdreams #monetizeyourhobbies #bewhoyouare

Today I'm talking to Only1Tipy, Millennial Entrepreneur, Songwriter & Performer. He's written for Cardi B, V. Boseman & countless others. He's an international artist, entrepreneur, and even his 11 year old daughter is an entrepreneur! Whole family is 🔥🔥 * * * #millenialentrepreneurs #songwriters #workforwho #chaseyourdreams #monetizeyourhobbies #bewhoyouare

Meet my favorite Millennial Entrepreneur #2, Jessica Mille @pwussypartypodcast . Listen in as Guest Host L. Lachea Farmer hosts this awesome interview with our guest. As much as elicit sex is taboo for black women, it is an act of liberation to speak about it openly. Jessica does just that on her podcast. She teaches on how to break toxic, disempowering ideas about sex to create deeper bonds by recognizing the spirituality of it. She even talks about spiritual fellatio y'all. Tune in. Today! #sexualliberation #sexrevolution #millenialentrepreneurs #pwussypartypodcast #doingbigthings #officialdofd

This month the focus is Millennial Entrepreneurs!! Absolutely thrilled to talk to young people who are doing their thing and are finding a sense of happiness and fulfillment along the way. Meet Aliesha and Ricardo, hosts of Distracted Millennials. They are spreading their message about hope to their generation and beyond. Listen in as they share their goals and what brought them to the place where they are now.

Listen in as Guest Host TeKesha Wideman-Smith interviews your host, Tai Davis on her process of recognizing trauma in her life and recovering from it. There is the possibility for a good quality of life after trauma.

This week TeKesha Smith and I discuss childhood trauma. Specifically, I share my story as a complex trauma survivor and how I learned to recognize it by recognizing my own adult patterns of behavior. This episode may be triggering as I do discuss some detail of the traumatic events and how it actually changes you as a person. I'm sharing some of the methods I've used in my healing process. I hope this helps someone else. One of the most important parts of being a Certified Peer Specialist is supporting peers by sharing your own journey so I share my story so others will know that they are not alone in this journey. #childhoodtrauma #traumasurvivor #traumarecovery

Each year roughly 400,000 children are victims of sexual assault in the U.S. alone (Darkness to Light.org). Globally, the number is 40 million (World Health Organization). Attallah Pamoja, survivor and Child Advocate/Educator will be sharing her story. This is a story that all too many of us share. Follow Attallah @designourlives to see how she has transformed her experiences into a powerful platform. We will also share ways to prevent and recognize child sexual assault. Tune in at 3 pm for the discussion. Now on Spotify! #childhoodtrauma #sexualassaultawareness #sexualassaultprevention #saam #survivethenthrive #survivorstrong #healingjourney #findingpeace #findingyourself

This Sunday's topic is Beauty After the Scars. Author Meshia Bean is on this coming episode to discuss her story as a survivor of childhood trauma. I can't ring the bells loud enough about this issue. Though these stories may be from our past, it's a past that influences everything we do as adults. There's beauty after the scars so those who are ready can heal. We need to for all our sakes. Please join us to hear Meshia's story about how she transformed herself into powerful woman she is today. #childhoodtrauma #sexualassaultawareness #sexualassaultprevention #saam #survivethenthrive #survivorstrong #healingjourney #findingpeace #findingyourself

Trauma bonds are unhealthy attachment to an abuser. Understanding the different aspects of trauma, this one speaks to the emotional aspect of trauma. Tune in as special guest Kodisha Bivins opens up about her past relationships where this type of bond is concerned. We discuss ways to recognize and what to do to get out of it. If you are struggling in an unhealthy relationship and fear for your safety please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

Today we're discussing relationships in the age of #metoo. We've talked about consent and now we're exploring ways of paying attention to a partner who has a #metoo experience. A relationship is an agreement between two or more people and inside that space are each individuals needs. People with a #metoo experience may have a different set of needs. Listen in as we uncover some of important points inside this discussion. #relationshipmatters #metoo #inclusion #understanding #payattention #respectwomen #respectmen #traumasurvivor #buildingtrust #officialdofd #comegetsome