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DaGrip with Tamara B. Martin Author of ”Putting it All in Words”

DaGrip experiences the powerful story presented in the book, " Putting it All in Words" by Tamara Buchanan. Tamara was born and raised in Farrell, a small town in Pennsylvania. Later, she moved to Salisbury, NC.

A salesperson by day in the Automotive Industry for over twenty-plus years, she is now looking to be a writer for many more. She shares gut-punching truths and how to stay strong through the obstacles of life. She has a B.A. in Psychology from Livingstone College along with her M.B.A. in Human Resources from Columbia Southern University. She is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. undergraduate chapter of Sigma Chapter, Salisbury, NC. and then onward to graduate chapter of Omicron Zeta, Raleigh NC. Tamara loves to spend time with those who truly allow her to mentor and help. She pours into Putting It All In Words for young students from her alma mater to young adults in the church.

DaGrip with Darin Kent- Chief Communications Officer of the African Methodist Epsicopal Zion Church

This week Dagrip welcomes Darin Kent. Kent is the former Director of Communication for the Mid-Atlantic Episcopal District of the AME Zion Church. Kent is a graduate of Devry Institute of Technology in Long Island, New York with a degree in Business Administration. As a consultant, Kent has trained and managed volunteer staff to implement audio- visual media production for infomercials, short films, and documentaries. Recently, Kent was elected as the Communications Director of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Charlotte, North Carolina. Kent and David Anthoni will continue the conversation of Digital Ministry: Moving the Church forward in a digital world.

DaGrip with special guest Rev. Tajuan Kyles on digital discipleship

Join the conversation with special guest Rev. Tajuan Kyles on digital discipleship and the emerging opportunities to advance the Kingdom through innovation and technology. Reverend Kyles is a wife, mother and grandmother with 20+ years of leadership experience in Christian Ministry. She holds a B.S. degree from Jackson State University, Jackson, MS, Master of Divinity degree from the Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology, Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA. Currently Reverend Kyles is a student in the Doctor of Ministry program at United Theological Seminary, Dayton, OH. She also is a Certified Coach & Trainer with the John Maxwell Team.

DaGrip with special guest Solomon McAuley on his new book, The 6 E‘s to Successful Youth Engagement

DaGrip welcomes Solomon T. McAuley to the podcast to discuss his new book "The 6 E's to Successful Engagement." McAuley, is the NextGen Specialist for Centralina Workforce Development Board in Charlotte, NC where he has the task of providing guidance in the Centralina Region for the Work force Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth services. McAuley is a 2004 graduate from Livingstone College, Salisbury, North Carolina, graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work. McAuley enjoys speaking to motive and empower youth and the adults that work with them.

DaGrip with the short film writer Ashleigh Curry

Ashleigh Curry, writer of the short film entitled, "Toni. Mamie. Connie." shares her journey with the production of her own work. The former Hunter Huss High School and UNC-Chapel-Hill grad, uses her theater degree to direct and produce a film about three black women playing on a baseball team in the 1950's.  Ashleigh shares her introduction to directing and the film makers who  inspired her to press forward. Post-production for the short film is on the way and then multiple viewings at various film festivals. Be on the look out for outstanding, informative, and cinematic entertainment in years to come.

Celebrating Rising Stars on DaGrip

Youth Week on DaGrip celebrates Don'Yae Gardin-Newby, Santana Sharpe, and Trey Hubbard III.  During the interview we hear amazing strides in Gymnastics, Creative Painting, and College Basketball. Each youth has excelled this year and recognized for outstanding achievements.  Dagrip applauds their dedication and commitment to excellence. The week's honorable mention highlights the achievements of Christian Carthen ("Big Hit Chris") in football.

DaGrip Podcast Celebration with comedian Rod Allison’s Live performance

 

The podcast celebrates one year of Gaining Relevant Innovative Perspectives. Decade after decade, David Anthoni continues to create thought provoking informative programs to engage the community. From Bible Talk 4 Teens, The Ddub Show and now DaGrip, David Anthoni promotes positivity, goodwill and success for everyone. The celebration is one for the record books.

David Anthoni converses with Joseph Priester, gifted musician and songwriter in Charlotte, NC

DaGrip with David Anthoni

David Anthoni converses with Joseph Priester, gifted musician and songwriter in Charlotte about Creative Vision: Reaching Others in Unconventional Ways and his upcoming Live Recording Sunday August 1st.

 

Click link below for project information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOjwcg66iuw

DaGrip with David Anthoni- Special guest Nate Hinton and Malcolm Byrd

David Anthoni talks with Nate Hinton from the Dallas Mavericks about his first year in the league and Pastor Malcolm Byrd from Mother AME Zion Church, New York, NY about the impact of Juneteenth on Black America

DaGrip with Pierre McElhaney- "Against All odds" - The William Shug Battle Story - produced and written by Wanda Dee

 

Pierre McElhaney is known in North and South Carolina for contributing a significant body of work to theater.  He is a product of Gastonia, NC and a graduate of Ashbrook High School. In our conversation, he shares his passion for acting and how he remains motivated to inspire others. He recalls getting his start in acting while just a kid at Center Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC.

McElhaney is not shy about the power of stage plays. In the interview, he stated he believes people that won't got to church will buy tickets to a show.  After dropping that nugget, I asked him to explore his thoughts so we could really understand  his views on the changing culture.

McElhaney is the founder of NEZO entertainment and through his organization he launches his personal work and collaborates with his son and many others in the business. McElhaney said in our post interview dialogue, Covid-19 brought some setbacks, but through it all God still moved on his behalf.

"Against All odds" opens in Rocky Mount, NC on August 1st -

The Dunn Center on the campus of North Carolina Wesleyan College

 3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC