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Latasha A. Gray - the Growing Need for Therapy and Counseling in America

Latasha A. Gray is a licensed therapist and counselor in the state of North Carolina who recently presented at the North Carolina Counseling Association Annual Conference about Suicide. Through her work, she believes that anxiety, depression, and stress are on the rise and the country could witness these issues as a second wave of trouble after the Pandemic fully ends. The dialogue celebrates the increase in people of color who have become licensed in the field of counseling. Gary also adds with more African American therapist maybe we can ease the burden and the fear African Americans have of seeking help.

Rosalind Agurs the author of "Fear Not" A 52 Week Action Devotional

Rosalind Agurs, known by her friends as “Radiant Roz” compels readers to plunge into life, passion, and purpose for God without fear. In her new book, Fear Not Radiant Roz makes the argument that fear is manageable if we use the instructional manual given to us by God. This episode shares the importance of practical teaching for the seasoned saints and millennials.  You can learn more about the book Fear Not through her website, https://www.radiantroz.com/shop.  Order your copy of the book today.  

Overcoming Challenges for Educational Success

A candid conversation with Portia Jacobs revealed the need for more student engagement during the pandemic. "Students are stressed" stated Jacobs and we receive calls daily about helping our kids remain focused.

Portia Jacobs is a guidance counselor in the Durham County School System, a Christian Educator in the AME Zion Church, and a strong advocate for student success.

 

 

African American Women: Changing the Landscape of America Politics & Public Serivce

Senator Natalie Murdock is a gifted young entrepreneur in public service in the North Carolina General Assembly. Serving District 20 which comprises mostly of Durham, North Carolina, Murdock has been a public servant since her early teens. A graduate of UNC Chapel Hill and the owner of her own business, 

Murdock is currently one of eight African-American women in the North Carolina Senate. Senator Murdock is passionate about equal rights for women, transportation issues, education, and fighting discrimination. Our conversation presented an informative dialogue about the future of young women of color participating in politics to the devastating need to turn the curve with COVID-19.

 

DaGrip:MLK Celebrarion with Bishop Herbert Crump

Bishop Herbert C. Crump,Jr. a generational impact leader, is senior servant of Freedom Temple Ministries and presiding Bishop of the Mt.Calvary Holy Church of America. Crump has transformed a city with innovation, vision, and sound bible insight. During our conversation about MLK, Crump reflects on the impact of King in his life and shed's light about his personal journey to fulfill his God assignment.

DaGrip with Pastor Julian Pridgen: Democracy For Black America

Democracy is important for every person in the United States. Recent activities have questioned if America still believes in the song lyric, "This land is your land - This land is my Land....This land was made for you and me."  My conversation with Pastor Julian Pridgen, St. Mark AME Zion Church, Durham, NC, unmasked the notion of equality; but released hope that we are better today than yesterday.

Join DaGrip on Saturday

DaGrip with David Anthoni launches a new season with a new time; 12 Noon. The program is designed for listeners to Gain Relevant Innovative Perspectives. Mark your calendar each Saturday to join the show by Podbean.com, Facebook Live, or Apple Podcast.

DaGrip with Dr. Brian Thompson-The Black Church:Paradigm Shifts for Impactful Ministry

David Anthoni has a candid conversation with Dr. Brian Thompson, Senior Pastor of the Simon Temple AME Zion Church Fayetteville, NC. Thompson has served Simon Temple for more than 20 years and recently built a new sanctuary that seats 10,000. With a ministerial staff of over 34 clergy, Thompson deploys various ministries to the community and surroundning cities. Most Simon Temple expanded their weekly feeding program at the church with a food truck to hungry people in the community.

The in-depth conversation reveals the struggles to maintain a growing congregation and the joy of birthing God's plan to God's people.

U BETTA VOTE-Lyric video

David Anthoni blazes the campaign trail with inspiring music to encourage voters in the 2020 election.  Adapted from the speech delivered by Michelle Obama at the Democratic National Convention 2020,  David Anthoni unites the phrase, "When They Go Low"- "We Go High" into a catchy, hip hop tune perfectly designed for this moment.

David Williams II, (David Williams Music) Los Angeles, California is the producer of the track.  GAT-3 Studio, (Charlotte, NC) Glenn Tabor mixed and mastered the song.

David Anthoni, a well known indie artist in the Southeast region, can be found at https://music.apple.com/us/artist/david-anthoni/541092374

 

DaGrip with Kokita Burts, Voter Registration

DaGrip met Kokita Burts on National Voter Registration Day.  it was a sunny afternoon on the corner of Lasalle and Beatties Ford Road.  Burts agreed to be interviewed and she had a lot of encouragement and information to share for the community.