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    <itunes:title>32 Flavors Of Dopeness w. Will McNair</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:title>Love Thoughts From A Change Agent PART 2 w. Latasha Casterlow-Lalla</itunes:title>
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    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Latasha Casterlow-Lalla Educator, Author, Motivational SpeakerCome on this journey as Latasha shares her letter of self love and acceptance despite the odds, she continues to strive to be the change agent the world needs.Latasha Casterlow-Lalla was born and raised in Passaic, New Jersey and a proud product of the Passaic Public Schools graduating Passaic High School in 1996. Latasha attended Montclair State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education in 2002 immediately followed by earning a Master of Arts in Counseling, Human Development and Guidance in 2003.  Latasha is also a sophisticated lady of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.Latasha relocated to Worcester, Massachusetts to work at College of the Holy Cross in the Division of Student Affairs. She served the students as a Community Development Coordinator and led student organizations. In 2004, Latasha married her soul mate David Lalla relocating to the diverse city of Clifton, NJ.In February 2017, Latsha was appointed to be the Supervisor of Visual &amp; Performing Arts for the Passaic Public Schools. While serving in this capacity, Latasha has worked to revive the Theatre Arts program in all high schools, establish the city’s first Dance courses and launch 5 state recognized Career/Technical Education program in Visual &amp; Performing Arts. Latasha is on a mission to provide equity programming for modern music and traditional music for all students. Her commitment to link the Arts to core academic subjects is a core aspect of her focus on infusing Arts Integration for the 15,000 students she serves.Latasha is a published author of the book “The Quest for the Nest: Coping with Infertility” to empower women experiencing infertility through inspiration and resources which was published in the April 2010. She has written 3 children’s books including her most recent text Barbados: An Island Paradise which was published in 2016.Latasha continues on her journey to share strategies and tools that have enriched her life and that can enhance your journey. Latasha has been married for 15 years to her amazing husband David. They have 3 amazing children Jordyn - 11 years old, as well as 10 year old twins Sydney and Laurence who are making their own footprint in the world as well as their dog Jackson.Latasha is committed to offer every child equitable access to the education her grandparents were unable to attain. Her life’s work is dedicated to embrace the creative abilities of all children. Latasha works to prepare for her next challenge in her career to impact as many children as possible.Latasha can be reached via email @ latashaclalla@gmail.com<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Lessons From A Father Not Present w. Richard Brookshire - Season 2, Episode 2</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to The Dear You Project.Come on this journey as Richard shares his letter of self love and understanding his worth through the lessons he learned with an absent father.Richard Brookshire is an experienced strategic communications professional with a demonstrated history of cultivating dynamic and engaging digital + social impact campaigns. His portfolio to date spans across critical issues relating to racial &amp; economic justice, workforce development, electoral politics and ve...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Welcome back to The Dear You Project.Come on this journey as Richard shares his letter of self love and understanding his worth through the lessons he learned with an absent father.Richard Brookshire is an experienced strategic communications professional with a demonstrated history of cultivating dynamic and engaging digital + social impact campaigns. His portfolio to date spans across critical issues relating to racial &amp; economic justice, workforce development, electoral politics and veteran affairs. Richard is the Co-Founder of the Black Veterans Project – an organization focused on advancing research and advocacy to address systemic racial inequities across the military and veteran landscape. He currently authors a column, titled ‘Negrographs’ – a critical analysis of Black electoral politics – for AfroPunk. Richard holds an M.P.A. in urban policy with a specialization in media + advocacy from Columbia University’s School of International &amp; Public Affairs and is a manga cum laude graduate of Fordham University. He is a proud veteran of the war in Afghanistan, having served seven years as an Infantry Combat Medic in the United States Army. In his current role, Richard serves as a strategist at Iraq &amp; Afghanistan Veterans of America, the nation’s leading post 9-11 veteran advocacy organization.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Welcome back to The Dear You Project.Come on this journey as Richard shares his letter of self love and understanding his worth through the lessons he learned with an absent father.Richard Brookshire is an experienced strategic communications professional with a demonstrated history of cultivating dynamic and engaging digital + social impact campaigns. His portfolio to date spans across critical issues relating to racial &amp; economic justice, workforce development, electoral politics and veteran affairs. Richard is the Co-Founder of the Black Veterans Project – an organization focused on advancing research and advocacy to address systemic racial inequities across the military and veteran landscape. He currently authors a column, titled ‘Negrographs’ – a critical analysis of Black electoral politics – for AfroPunk. Richard holds an M.P.A. in urban policy with a specialization in media + advocacy from Columbia University’s School of International &amp; Public Affairs and is a manga cum laude graduate of Fordham University. He is a proud veteran of the war in Afghanistan, having served seven years as an Infantry Combat Medic in the United States Army. In his current role, Richard serves as a strategist at Iraq &amp; Afghanistan Veterans of America, the nation’s leading post 9-11 veteran advocacy organization.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Beyond The Surface w. PJ Ryan - Season 2 Ep.1</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome back to the second season of The Dear You Project!As always, as the host &amp; creator, I can't expect anyone to share their story if I am not willing to do the same!THIS IS THE MOST VULNERABLE &amp; HONEST I HAVE EVER BEEN.  I AM SHARING SOMETHING I HAVE NEVER SHARED BUT IT IS TIME TO BE A LIVING EXAMPLE!!!!Please take the time to listen to the ENTIRE episode!  I can guarantee you will get a few great gems from this episode alone...This is the untold story of PJ Ryan. www.instagram.c...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Welcome back to the second season of The Dear You Project!As always, as the host &amp; creator, I can&apos;t expect anyone to share their story if I am not willing to do the same!THIS IS THE MOST VULNERABLE &amp; HONEST I HAVE EVER BEEN.  I AM SHARING SOMETHING I HAVE NEVER SHARED BUT IT IS TIME TO BE A LIVING EXAMPLE!!!!Please take the time to listen to the ENTIRE episode!  I can guarantee you will get a few great gems from this episode alone...This is the untold story of PJ Ryan. www.instagram.com/philnomenal IF you would like to be a part of TDYP, please email me thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.comwww.twitter.com/dearuprojectpodwww.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Welcome back to the second season of The Dear You Project!As always, as the host &amp; creator, I can&apos;t expect anyone to share their story if I am not willing to do the same!THIS IS THE MOST VULNERABLE &amp; HONEST I HAVE EVER BEEN.  I AM SHARING SOMETHING I HAVE NEVER SHARED BUT IT IS TIME TO BE A LIVING EXAMPLE!!!!Please take the time to listen to the ENTIRE episode!  I can guarantee you will get a few great gems from this episode alone...This is the untold story of PJ Ryan. www.instagram.com/philnomenal IF you would like to be a part of TDYP, please email me thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.comwww.twitter.com/dearuprojectpodwww.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2019 12:56:10 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[I am so excited to announce the second season of TDYP is coming back.Here is a recap of season 1.  IF you haven't listened to the episodes from season 1, I recommend you go back and see what stories may stick out to you and take a listen.  You'd be surprised at what you will learn about yourself just by listening to others and their stories.To be a part of Season 2 feel free to reach out Emailthedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.comIGwww.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpodcastTwitterwww.twitter.com/...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[I am so excited to announce the second season of TDYP is coming back.Here is a recap of season 1.  IF you haven&apos;t listened to the episodes from season 1, I recommend you go back and see what stories may stick out to you and take a listen.  You&apos;d be surprised at what you will learn about yourself just by listening to others and their stories.To be a part of Season 2 feel free to reach out Emailthedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.comIGwww.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpodcastTwitterwww.twitter.com/DearUprojectpod<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[I am so excited to announce the second season of TDYP is coming back.Here is a recap of season 1.  IF you haven&apos;t listened to the episodes from season 1, I recommend you go back and see what stories may stick out to you and take a listen.  You&apos;d be surprised at what you will learn about yourself just by listening to others and their stories.To be a part of Season 2 feel free to reach out Emailthedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.comIGwww.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpodcastTwitterwww.twitter.com/DearUprojectpod<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2019 10:52:17 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Two Mommies And A Baby w/ Nyesha &amp; Samatha</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on this journey and Nyesha &amp; Samantha both discuss how self love is the best love.  Speaking to the insecure little black girl, their message is know you are beautiful and you are your greatest cheerleader.Nyesha Davis-Williams traces her roots to Bronx, New York. She attended The City College of New York obtaining her Bachelors degree in Creative Writing. In addition to being a full-time mom, Davis-Williams works as an E-Communications Specialist for a New York based financial compa...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on this journey and Nyesha &amp; Samantha both discuss how self love is the best love.  Speaking to the insecure little black girl, their message is know you are beautiful and you are your greatest cheerleader.Nyesha Davis-Williams traces her roots to Bronx, New York. She attended The City College of New York obtaining her Bachelors degree in Creative Writing. In addition to being a full-time mom, Davis-Williams works as an E-Communications Specialist for a New York based financial company. She is a true foodie, traveler and a health and fitness ‘nut’. She has worked closely with fitness trainer, Shaun T with his program “CIZE”, a dance workout program. Samantha Davis-Williams is a true Brooklynite, at heart, in spirit and in character. Davis-Williams graduated with a Bachelor&apos;s degree in Business Management and Marketing. Today, in addition to being a full-time Mom, she works as a Site Director for a non-profit organization leading enrichment programs for youth from families in need. In her limited free time, you’ll find Davis-Williams hunting for her next treasure at a local consignment store. She is a creative thinker, a self-taught ceramics teacher and has led a 5-day hike on the Application Trail. Their Journey:Nyesha Davis and Samantha Williams officially became The Davis-Williams in 2014. They have been together for a total of eight years and married for four. They welcomed their first child, Abigail Rose Davis-Williams in February 2018. The family resides in Flatbush, Brooklyn. The duo pridefully represents women of color within the LGBTQ community and were the first female same sex couple of color to participate and win HGTV’s hit show Flea Market Flip.Nyesha &amp; Samantha Davis-WilliamsE-mail: contact@twomommiesandababy.comInstagram: @twomommiesandababyWebsite: www.Twomommiesandababy.comTitle: Umi &amp; Uma: The Story of Two Mommies and a BabyAuthors: Nyesha and Samantha Davis-WilliamsPublication date: July 24th 2018Available on: Amazon.comISBN-13: Paperback 978-1732462700ISBN-13: Hardcover 978-1-7324627-1-7 Retail price: Paperback $11.99, Hardcover $16.99Page count: 26Genre/subgenre: Juvenile Fiction/ Family/ Alternative Family<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on this journey and Nyesha &amp; Samantha both discuss how self love is the best love.  Speaking to the insecure little black girl, their message is know you are beautiful and you are your greatest cheerleader.Nyesha Davis-Williams traces her roots to Bronx, New York. She attended The City College of New York obtaining her Bachelors degree in Creative Writing. In addition to being a full-time mom, Davis-Williams works as an E-Communications Specialist for a New York based financial company. She is a true foodie, traveler and a health and fitness ‘nut’. She has worked closely with fitness trainer, Shaun T with his program “CIZE”, a dance workout program. Samantha Davis-Williams is a true Brooklynite, at heart, in spirit and in character. Davis-Williams graduated with a Bachelor&apos;s degree in Business Management and Marketing. Today, in addition to being a full-time Mom, she works as a Site Director for a non-profit organization leading enrichment programs for youth from families in need. In her limited free time, you’ll find Davis-Williams hunting for her next treasure at a local consignment store. She is a creative thinker, a self-taught ceramics teacher and has led a 5-day hike on the Application Trail. Their Journey:Nyesha Davis and Samantha Williams officially became The Davis-Williams in 2014. They have been together for a total of eight years and married for four. They welcomed their first child, Abigail Rose Davis-Williams in February 2018. The family resides in Flatbush, Brooklyn. The duo pridefully represents women of color within the LGBTQ community and were the first female same sex couple of color to participate and win HGTV’s hit show Flea Market Flip.Nyesha &amp; Samantha Davis-WilliamsE-mail: contact@twomommiesandababy.comInstagram: @twomommiesandababyWebsite: www.Twomommiesandababy.comTitle: Umi &amp; Uma: The Story of Two Mommies and a BabyAuthors: Nyesha and Samantha Davis-WilliamsPublication date: July 24th 2018Available on: Amazon.comISBN-13: Paperback 978-1732462700ISBN-13: Hardcover 978-1-7324627-1-7 Retail price: Paperback $11.99, Hardcover $16.99Page count: 26Genre/subgenre: Juvenile Fiction/ Family/ Alternative Family<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Being Unapologetically Sex Positve w/ Just Henry</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on this journey as Just Henry explains how and why he evolved from his previous persona as Rodd Klever.  He expresses what it means to really have self love while being unapologetically sex positive.Just Henry is a sex positive advocate for LGBTQIA people of color from Brooklyn, NY. He was born and raised in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area and his current work focuses on self love, sexual education through his own sexual experiences, mental health, and relationships. In his spare tim...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on this journey as Just Henry explains how and why he evolved from his previous persona as Rodd Klever.  He expresses what it means to really have self love while being unapologetically sex positive.Just Henry is a sex positive advocate for LGBTQIA people of color from Brooklyn, NY. He was born and raised in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area and his current work focuses on self love, sexual education through his own sexual experiences, mental health, and relationships. In his spare time he enjoys bartending, fitness, and collects Transformers action figures.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on this journey as Just Henry explains how and why he evolved from his previous persona as Rodd Klever.  He expresses what it means to really have self love while being unapologetically sex positive.Just Henry is a sex positive advocate for LGBTQIA people of color from Brooklyn, NY. He was born and raised in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area and his current work focuses on self love, sexual education through his own sexual experiences, mental health, and relationships. In his spare time he enjoys bartending, fitness, and collects Transformers action figures.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Love Yourself To Attract The Love You Deserve w/ Tennesha Wood</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on this journey as Tennesha shares her letter of love and discusses how she managed to manifest the love she desired just by writing it down.  She shares how her letter is not just an ordinary letter she wrote.Tennesha Wood is a dating coach and creator of Dating, Relationships, and Love Podcast (DRL).After over 100 dates in NYC, she was left with some bad dates, lasting lessons, and enough funny stories to start a podcast, so she began working on DRL (Dating, Relationships, and Love) Po...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on this journey as Tennesha shares her letter of love and discusses how she managed to manifest the love she desired just by writing it down.  She shares how her letter is not just an ordinary letter she wrote.Tennesha Wood is a dating coach and creator of Dating, Relationships, and Love Podcast (DRL).After over 100 dates in NYC, she was left with some bad dates, lasting lessons, and enough funny stories to start a podcast, so she began working on DRL (Dating, Relationships, and Love) Podcast. On DRL, Tennesha takes an intimate and honest look at what it means to date and fall in love in New York City. Recounting personal challenges and triumphs of her own journey, Tennesha shares stories and advice with the help of featured guest including singles, couples, her exes, and experts. Tennesha also starred in the docu-series #blacklove where viewers watch her navigate a new relationship and shed her control freak nature. Tennesha’s passion for learning about how relationships form and what truly makes them last led her to become a dating coach where she helps others navigate today&apos;s’ complicated world of online dating. Her mantra is know you, be you, love you. She believes that love starts within, once you love yourself and embrace authenticity, love will find its way to you. Tennesha’s advice has been featured on ABC news, Rolling Out, Thought Catalog, and more. Tennesha is also a combat veteran, she spent 9 years in the Army and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom in Basra Iraq for 18 months.Social Links:Instagram: @tenneshawoodFacebook: @tenneshawoodTwitter: @tenneshawood<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on this journey as Tennesha shares her letter of love and discusses how she managed to manifest the love she desired just by writing it down.  She shares how her letter is not just an ordinary letter she wrote.Tennesha Wood is a dating coach and creator of Dating, Relationships, and Love Podcast (DRL).After over 100 dates in NYC, she was left with some bad dates, lasting lessons, and enough funny stories to start a podcast, so she began working on DRL (Dating, Relationships, and Love) Podcast. On DRL, Tennesha takes an intimate and honest look at what it means to date and fall in love in New York City. Recounting personal challenges and triumphs of her own journey, Tennesha shares stories and advice with the help of featured guest including singles, couples, her exes, and experts. Tennesha also starred in the docu-series #blacklove where viewers watch her navigate a new relationship and shed her control freak nature. Tennesha’s passion for learning about how relationships form and what truly makes them last led her to become a dating coach where she helps others navigate today&apos;s’ complicated world of online dating. Her mantra is know you, be you, love you. She believes that love starts within, once you love yourself and embrace authenticity, love will find its way to you. Tennesha’s advice has been featured on ABC news, Rolling Out, Thought Catalog, and more. Tennesha is also a combat veteran, she spent 9 years in the Army and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom in Basra Iraq for 18 months.Social Links:Instagram: @tenneshawoodFacebook: @tenneshawoodTwitter: @tenneshawood<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Don&#39;t Be Mean &amp; Let Your Light Shine w/ Mike Knowles - Ep. 21</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Mike shares his letter of how he had to learn to love his self through his weight loss journey.  He speaks to those who worry so much about what people say and shares his thoughts on letting your shine bright even when mean folks try to dim your light.Mike Knowles was born on November 4, 1988 in Atlanta, Ga.  Knowles is a graduate from Savannah State University with a BA in Marine Science and minored in Theatre (Fall 2012).  He is a brother of Iota Phi Theta Fra...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Mike shares his letter of how he had to learn to love his self through his weight loss journey.  He speaks to those who worry so much about what people say and shares his thoughts on letting your shine bright even when mean folks try to dim your light.Mike Knowles was born on November 4, 1988 in Atlanta, Ga.  Knowles is a graduate from Savannah State University with a BA in Marine Science and minored in Theatre (Fall 2012).  He is a brother of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. In the theatrical/arts world, not only he is an international model, Knowles has performed in numerous plays; to name a few: Mary Shelly&apos;s Frankenstein (The Creature), Into the Woods (Rapunzel&apos;s Prince), Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), August Wilson&apos;s Jitney (Becker), MidWinter’s Night’s Dream (Oberon) and The Great Gatsby (Gatsby). He launched his debut album &quot;Odyssey&quot; in 2014. He is a charter member of the Collective Face Theatre Ensemble in Savannah, Ga; under the direction of David I. L. Poole; performed in debut short films “The Investigation” (2017) and “Keep Going” (2018), “Dance of the Gypsy” (2018) as well as partaking in the The Breakthrough Acting Seminars in Los Angeles, CA under the direction of Choice Skinner. Knowles also performed in classical arias under the direction of Heidi Bindhammer, participated in the Harrower Opera Program (2014) as well as studied opera/music history at Georgia State University and Morehouse College under the direction of Dr. David Morrow. He&apos;s currently working on his 2nd Album &quot;I AM ALIVE&quot; and now is more adamant to participate in future film projects<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Mike shares his letter of how he had to learn to love his self through his weight loss journey.  He speaks to those who worry so much about what people say and shares his thoughts on letting your shine bright even when mean folks try to dim your light.Mike Knowles was born on November 4, 1988 in Atlanta, Ga.  Knowles is a graduate from Savannah State University with a BA in Marine Science and minored in Theatre (Fall 2012).  He is a brother of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. In the theatrical/arts world, not only he is an international model, Knowles has performed in numerous plays; to name a few: Mary Shelly&apos;s Frankenstein (The Creature), Into the Woods (Rapunzel&apos;s Prince), Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), August Wilson&apos;s Jitney (Becker), MidWinter’s Night’s Dream (Oberon) and The Great Gatsby (Gatsby). He launched his debut album &quot;Odyssey&quot; in 2014. He is a charter member of the Collective Face Theatre Ensemble in Savannah, Ga; under the direction of David I. L. Poole; performed in debut short films “The Investigation” (2017) and “Keep Going” (2018), “Dance of the Gypsy” (2018) as well as partaking in the The Breakthrough Acting Seminars in Los Angeles, CA under the direction of Choice Skinner. Knowles also performed in classical arias under the direction of Heidi Bindhammer, participated in the Harrower Opera Program (2014) as well as studied opera/music history at Georgia State University and Morehouse College under the direction of Dr. David Morrow. He&apos;s currently working on his 2nd Album &quot;I AM ALIVE&quot; and now is more adamant to participate in future film projects<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Communication Is Key w/ Cedric DeCarlo Gray - Ep.20</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Cedric shares his letter of how it feels to be "ghosted" because of lack of communication.  He shares his story to let others know that when you don't communicate effectively it can have a lasting effect on someone and how they feel about themselves.Cedric Gray is a New York based fashion stylist and consultant. Since obtaining a dual degree in Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing at American International University in Atlanta, Georgia, Cedric honed his craft i...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Cedric shares his letter of how it feels to be &quot;ghosted&quot; because of lack of communication.  He shares his story to let others know that when you don&apos;t communicate effectively it can have a lasting effect on someone and how they feel about themselves.Cedric Gray is a New York based fashion stylist and consultant. Since obtaining a dual degree in Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing at American International University in Atlanta, Georgia, Cedric honed his craft in the smaller venues of Atlanta’s vast couture boutique district, designing visual displays that created a sensational buzz throughout the cities underground fashion matrices.He quickly rose to demand with major retailers, such as Neiman Marcus, Judith Leiber, Armani Exchange and Club Monaco as well as his work with Roberto Cavalli and Gucci. While fine tuning his craft in the fast paced retail market, he continued to nurture his creativity doing print work, album packaging, runway shows and celebrity events with some of the industries elite. His impressive client list includes The Tyra Banks Show, the Magic Johnson Foundation, Bishop T.D. Jakes MegaFest, the editor of WWD Atlanta and Warner Brothers gospel division. He has been featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Jezebel Magazine and Image Magazine.Known for his cutting edge, timeless as well as avant garde sensibility, Cedric’swork presents and keenly reflects each clients story in adaptation. Savoring the palette of haute couture, he creates lasting works of art utilizing the tools offered by many of fashions top fashion houses and designers.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Cedric shares his letter of how it feels to be &quot;ghosted&quot; because of lack of communication.  He shares his story to let others know that when you don&apos;t communicate effectively it can have a lasting effect on someone and how they feel about themselves.Cedric Gray is a New York based fashion stylist and consultant. Since obtaining a dual degree in Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing at American International University in Atlanta, Georgia, Cedric honed his craft in the smaller venues of Atlanta’s vast couture boutique district, designing visual displays that created a sensational buzz throughout the cities underground fashion matrices.He quickly rose to demand with major retailers, such as Neiman Marcus, Judith Leiber, Armani Exchange and Club Monaco as well as his work with Roberto Cavalli and Gucci. While fine tuning his craft in the fast paced retail market, he continued to nurture his creativity doing print work, album packaging, runway shows and celebrity events with some of the industries elite. His impressive client list includes The Tyra Banks Show, the Magic Johnson Foundation, Bishop T.D. Jakes MegaFest, the editor of WWD Atlanta and Warner Brothers gospel division. He has been featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Jezebel Magazine and Image Magazine.Known for his cutting edge, timeless as well as avant garde sensibility, Cedric’swork presents and keenly reflects each clients story in adaptation. Savoring the palette of haute couture, he creates lasting works of art utilizing the tools offered by many of fashions top fashion houses and designers.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Memories of Love w/ Mark Anthony Wilson Jr. Pt. 2 - Ep. 19</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this part 2 episode, we dig a little deeper into the topic of HIV &amp; struggles with his personal mental health issues while also being a mental health professionalCome on the journey with us as Mark shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to overcome the heartache and love hisself after living through his husbands traumatic suicide.If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com  Be Sure to follow the f...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:title>Memories of Love w/ Mark Anthony Wilson Jr. Pt. 1 - Ep. 18</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Mark shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to overcome the heartache and love hisself after living through his husbands traumatic suicide.Mark Anthony Wilson Jr grew up as an army brat. Traveling the world at a young age was bitter sweet. It’s something he valued so much more today than he needed as a child. Overall, he considers hisself a very passionate person, a creative individual and a man of faith. He tries to be kind to the...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Mark shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to overcome the heartache and love hisself after living through his husbands traumatic suicide.Mark Anthony Wilson Jr grew up as an army brat. Traveling the world at a young age was bitter sweet. It’s something he valued so much more today than he needed as a child. Overall, he considers hisself a very passionate person, a creative individual and a man of faith. He tries to be kind to the universe. This is a philosophy that he has incorporated into his everyday routine. Mark holds an associates degree in substance abuse counseling, and bachelors is psychology. He married a wonderful man in June of 2011, however he lost him the following year. The loss of his spouse ultimately led him down a path where he had to discover my new normal. That year I enrolled in a PhD program at Drexel university. Obtaining his PhD in clinical psychology opened up opportunities for him to discuss issues that matter to him and ultimately impacted his world. He currently work in the healthcare industry in Human Resources, while also providing individual therapy, and he continues to lecture on topics related to mental health. He has overcome, homelessness, domestic violence and been very much an advocate for people dealing with mental illness. His main goals for the future are to keep and maintain healthy relationships, continue to increase his skill set in the realm of mental illness, and continue to immerse hisself into diversity cultures throughout the world.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Mark shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to overcome the heartache and love hisself after living through his husbands traumatic suicide.Mark Anthony Wilson Jr grew up as an army brat. Traveling the world at a young age was bitter sweet. It’s something he valued so much more today than he needed as a child. Overall, he considers hisself a very passionate person, a creative individual and a man of faith. He tries to be kind to the universe. This is a philosophy that he has incorporated into his everyday routine. Mark holds an associates degree in substance abuse counseling, and bachelors is psychology. He married a wonderful man in June of 2011, however he lost him the following year. The loss of his spouse ultimately led him down a path where he had to discover my new normal. That year I enrolled in a PhD program at Drexel university. Obtaining his PhD in clinical psychology opened up opportunities for him to discuss issues that matter to him and ultimately impacted his world. He currently work in the healthcare industry in Human Resources, while also providing individual therapy, and he continues to lecture on topics related to mental health. He has overcome, homelessness, domestic violence and been very much an advocate for people dealing with mental illness. His main goals for the future are to keep and maintain healthy relationships, continue to increase his skill set in the realm of mental illness, and continue to immerse hisself into diversity cultures throughout the world.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2019 09:45:45 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Looking At Life Objectively w/ Calvin Alston - Ep. 17</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Calvin shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned what it means to him to be a free black man in America and how looking at life objectively helps him understand himself as well as others.Calvin Alston, is a singer, songwriter,rapper, show host,Member of Smooth Inc. S.M.O.O.T.H. (Strong Men Overcoming Obstacles Through Hardwork) and most recently, producer. With his new podcast “Inconvenient Truth” him and his co-host discuss it all fr...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Calvin shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned what it means to him to be a free black man in America and how looking at life objectively helps him understand himself as well as others.Calvin Alston, is a singer, songwriter,rapper, show host,Member of Smooth Inc. S.M.O.O.T.H. (Strong Men Overcoming Obstacles Through Hardwork) and most recently, producer. With his new podcast “Inconvenient Truth” him and his co-host discuss it all from pop-culture to politics in a search to find the truths we all struggle with. Calvin is an independent artist that has Opened for The Manhattans across that country and is currently working a new project titled “Old Soul”. Utilizing introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentals to touch people.All @calalstonmusic for FB, IG, and Twitter.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Calvin shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned what it means to him to be a free black man in America and how looking at life objectively helps him understand himself as well as others.Calvin Alston, is a singer, songwriter,rapper, show host,Member of Smooth Inc. S.M.O.O.T.H. (Strong Men Overcoming Obstacles Through Hardwork) and most recently, producer. With his new podcast “Inconvenient Truth” him and his co-host discuss it all from pop-culture to politics in a search to find the truths we all struggle with. Calvin is an independent artist that has Opened for The Manhattans across that country and is currently working a new project titled “Old Soul”. Utilizing introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentals to touch people.All @calalstonmusic for FB, IG, and Twitter.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2019 06:00:25 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Pushing Through Boundaries w/ Roscoe Boyd II - Part 2 - Ep. 16</itunes:title>
    <title>Pushing Through Boundaries w/ Roscoe Boyd II - Part 2 - Ep. 16</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Roscoe shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren't blue.Roscoe is Director of Operations &amp; Strategy at Blur Communications, an advertising firm that celebrates the spirit, journey, and aspirations of unconventional strivers. He has more than 15 years of experience in sales, leadership, public speaking, and education. Roscoe has also developed a...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Roscoe shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren&apos;t blue.Roscoe is Director of Operations &amp; Strategy at Blur Communications, an advertising firm that celebrates the spirit, journey, and aspirations of unconventional strivers. He has more than 15 years of experience in sales, leadership, public speaking, and education. Roscoe has also developed a speaking platform broadly focused on health among LGBTQ people, and on sharing his lived experience as a queer/gay man of color who is living his best life with HIV. Diagnosed in 2001, Roscoe has been a change agent and volunteer with organizations including Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, The HIV Stops With Me Campaign, New York State Department of Health, The Roeper School, FPWA, Inc, Morehouse Manhattan Alumni Association; and Prevention Access Campaign’s Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) Movement.Roscoe is a native of Detroit, Michigan and earned a bachelor of arts in music from Morehouse College and, as a Teach for America alumnus, a master of science in teaching from Fordham University.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Roscoe shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren&apos;t blue.Roscoe is Director of Operations &amp; Strategy at Blur Communications, an advertising firm that celebrates the spirit, journey, and aspirations of unconventional strivers. He has more than 15 years of experience in sales, leadership, public speaking, and education. Roscoe has also developed a speaking platform broadly focused on health among LGBTQ people, and on sharing his lived experience as a queer/gay man of color who is living his best life with HIV. Diagnosed in 2001, Roscoe has been a change agent and volunteer with organizations including Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, The HIV Stops With Me Campaign, New York State Department of Health, The Roeper School, FPWA, Inc, Morehouse Manhattan Alumni Association; and Prevention Access Campaign’s Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) Movement.Roscoe is a native of Detroit, Michigan and earned a bachelor of arts in music from Morehouse College and, as a Teach for America alumnus, a master of science in teaching from Fordham University.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Pushing Through Boundaries w/ Roscoe Boyd II - Part 1 - Ep. 15</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Roscoe shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren't blue.Roscoe is Director of Operations &amp; Strategy at Blur Communications, an advertising firm that celebrates the spirit, journey, and aspirations of unconventional strivers. He has more than 15 years of experience in sales, leadership, public speaking, and education. Roscoe has also developed a...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Roscoe shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren&apos;t blue.Roscoe is Director of Operations &amp; Strategy at Blur Communications, an advertising firm that celebrates the spirit, journey, and aspirations of unconventional strivers. He has more than 15 years of experience in sales, leadership, public speaking, and education. Roscoe has also developed a speaking platform broadly focused on health among LGBTQ people, and on sharing his lived experience as a queer/gay man of color who is living his best life with HIV. Diagnosed in 2001, Roscoe has been a change agent and volunteer with organizations including Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, The HIV Stops With Me Campaign, New York State Department of Health, The Roeper School, FPWA, Inc, Morehouse Manhattan Alumni Association; and Prevention Access Campaign’s Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) Movement.Roscoe is a native of Detroit, Michigan and earned a bachelor of arts in music from Morehouse College and, as a Teach for America alumnus, a master of science in teaching from Fordham University.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>Being Resilient w/ Christmas Hutchinson - Ep. 14</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Christmas shares her letter of growth while telling her story of how she learned how to be resilient through her life and wants to share with you, how you can as well through empathy and real understanding.Christmas is a cancer surviving divorcee who has an uncanny ability to overcome adversity with grace, and has a passion for serving and sharing her life experiences to inspire others. Christmas is a lifestyle coach, who speaks and writes about being resilient ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Christmas shares her letter of growth while telling her story of how she learned how to be resilient through her life and wants to share with you, how you can as well through empathy and real understanding.Christmas is a cancer surviving divorcee who has an uncanny ability to overcome adversity with grace, and has a passion for serving and sharing her life experiences to inspire others. Christmas is a lifestyle coach, who speaks and writes about being resilient in life and at work. She is also the author of upcoming title The Resilient Mind: A Field Guide to a Healthier Way of Life .In 2017 she launched Simply ResilientTM, a blog where she shares her personal life challenges and reflections of resilience as a way to inspire others to improve their mindset to live a resilient life.Professionally, she is a former management consultant at one of the world’s largest professional services firms, where she served as a trusted advisor to the top 5 global financial institutions specializing in Risk and Regulatory affairs. She currently holds a management leadership position at a technology company in New York City. Christmas is the immediate past president of the Alexandria, VA chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., leading the chapter in providing meals to low-income residents, mentoring girls aged 14-18 years old, and raising money for scholarships for deserving high school seniors, resulting in recognition from the mayor of Alexandria, VA for the impact and value the chapter’s service has had on the city. Christmas holds a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from California State University, Northridge, and a Master’s of Business Administration from The Johns Hopkins University. Christmas is a Los Angeles native, living in Brooklyn on a relentless quest to find the best tacos in New York.www.simply-resilient.comIG, FB &amp; Twitter - christmashutchinson christmas.hutchinson@gmail.com<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
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    <itunes:title>The Art of Being Compassionate w/ Harvey Jackson - Ep. 13</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Harvey shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to understand what it means to love unconditionally while searching for his own happiness.Missouri born Harvey Jackson &amp; Brother of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. went to Photography School in the Midwest. After returning from Iraq  as a combat engineer for Operation Iraq Freedom he Graduated with with a BFA in Photography, Harvey decided to forgo Grad School to follow his dre...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Harvey shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to understand what it means to love unconditionally while searching for his own happiness.Missouri born Harvey Jackson &amp; Brother of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. went to Photography School in the Midwest. After returning from Iraq  as a combat engineer for Operation Iraq Freedom he Graduated with with a BFA in Photography, Harvey decided to forgo Grad School to follow his dream of becoming a photographer and moved to New York in early 2010 accepting an apprenticeship with Maxim Magazine. After Working with Maxim and other numerous publications, Harvey Began his career developing his own style and emotionally driven work.Harvey is based Brooklyn New York.IG: _harvey_jackson<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Harvey shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to understand what it means to love unconditionally while searching for his own happiness.Missouri born Harvey Jackson &amp; Brother of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. went to Photography School in the Midwest. After returning from Iraq  as a combat engineer for Operation Iraq Freedom he Graduated with with a BFA in Photography, Harvey decided to forgo Grad School to follow his dream of becoming a photographer and moved to New York in early 2010 accepting an apprenticeship with Maxim Magazine. After Working with Maxim and other numerous publications, Harvey Began his career developing his own style and emotionally driven work.Harvey is based Brooklyn New York.IG: _harvey_jackson<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Going The Distance w/ Namon Eugene - Ep. 12</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Namon shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to be authentic and true to who he is while creating a lane for others to follow to let their voices be heard.Namon Eugene (birth name, Benjamin Franklin) is a creative that writes, sings, and makes visual art.Namon is currently living in New York City, where he produces an exploration of the human experience titled Namon's Notes, and is developing other projects through his creative lab...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Namon shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to be authentic and true to who he is while creating a lane for others to follow to let their voices be heard.Namon Eugene (birth name, Benjamin Franklin) is a creative that writes, sings, and makes visual art.Namon is currently living in New York City, where he produces an exploration of the human experience titled Namon&apos;s Notes, and is developing other projects through his creative lab, Loyal Occupant. He is also currently a staff writer and editor at BLAVITY.Learn more about him at www.NamonEugene.com.Follow him @NamonEugene<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Namon shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he learned to be authentic and true to who he is while creating a lane for others to follow to let their voices be heard.Namon Eugene (birth name, Benjamin Franklin) is a creative that writes, sings, and makes visual art.Namon is currently living in New York City, where he produces an exploration of the human experience titled Namon&apos;s Notes, and is developing other projects through his creative lab, Loyal Occupant. He is also currently a staff writer and editor at BLAVITY.Learn more about him at www.NamonEugene.com.Follow him @NamonEugene<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>All Boys Aren&#39;t Blue w/ George M. Johnson - Ep. 11</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as George shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren't blue.George M Johnson is a Black Queer Journalist and Activist located in the NYC area. George was educated at Virginia Union University with a degree in Finance, and Bowie State University with a Master's in Human Resource Development. After spending 10 years in Finance and working in Higher Educa...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as George shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren&apos;t blue.George M Johnson is a Black Queer Journalist and Activist located in the NYC area. George was educated at Virginia Union University with a degree in Finance, and Bowie State University with a Master&apos;s in Human Resource Development. After spending 10 years in Finance and working in Higher Education, George pursued his passion, going into HIV prevention and treatment work while building his resume as a formidable journalist. He has written for more than 30 national publications including Teen Vogue, NBC, Vice, The Root, Essence on topics of race, education, culture, gender and politics. His debut Young Adult memoir, All Boys Aren&apos;t Blue is scheduled to debut in January of 2020 through FSG.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as George shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he found his voice as a journalist to reach a bigger audience to show the world that all boys aren&apos;t blue.George M Johnson is a Black Queer Journalist and Activist located in the NYC area. George was educated at Virginia Union University with a degree in Finance, and Bowie State University with a Master&apos;s in Human Resource Development. After spending 10 years in Finance and working in Higher Education, George pursued his passion, going into HIV prevention and treatment work while building his resume as a formidable journalist. He has written for more than 30 national publications including Teen Vogue, NBC, Vice, The Root, Essence on topics of race, education, culture, gender and politics. His debut Young Adult memoir, All Boys Aren&apos;t Blue is scheduled to debut in January of 2020 through FSG.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Closing Chapters For New Beginnings w/ Chris Tann - Ep. 10</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Chris shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he had to learn his not give his power away to the wrong people while on his path to his ordained greatness.Chris Tann was born in Ahoskie, NC where he began singing at the age of ten. After his move to New Jersey, Chris became a disciple of St. Matthew AME church- Orange, NJ, where he served as a Steward (two years), choir president (four years) and choir director for over ten years. Under the AME...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Chris shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he had to learn his not give his power away to the wrong people while on his path to his ordained greatness.Chris Tann was born in Ahoskie, NC where he began singing at the age of ten. After his move to New Jersey, Chris became a disciple of St. Matthew AME church- Orange, NJ, where he served as a Steward (two years), choir president (four years) and choir director for over ten years. Under the AME umbrella, Chris also served as the President for the Young Adult Network for the state of New Jersey (two years). Before transitioning to St. Paul AME Church- East Orange as their musical/arts director and trustee, Chris had landed leading roles in notable stage plays such as, DreamGirls (tour), Arms Too Short To Box with God (tour), Jesus Christ Super Star (tour), supporting lead in the Gospel Stage Play Crowns and various local productions throughout the tri-state area. In May 2017 and 2018, Chris was one of the McDonald’s Gospel Fest. male vocalist finalist. Chris is currently the musical director for Imani Baptist Church and has formed a new ensemble Anointed Praise. Chris has worked alongside Grammy award winner Cissy Houston, Emmy Award Winner Melba Moore, R&amp;B artist Shirley Murdock and Emmy Award Winner and Producer Curtis A. Farrow. Above all, Chris would rather have Jesus, than fame or fortune. His personal favorite quote, “at the end of this journey, let the life I lived, speak for me and no matter the journey, His grace is still sufficient..”**CORRECTION**IG - the_bachelor_cali<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Chris shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he had to learn his not give his power away to the wrong people while on his path to his ordained greatness.Chris Tann was born in Ahoskie, NC where he began singing at the age of ten. After his move to New Jersey, Chris became a disciple of St. Matthew AME church- Orange, NJ, where he served as a Steward (two years), choir president (four years) and choir director for over ten years. Under the AME umbrella, Chris also served as the President for the Young Adult Network for the state of New Jersey (two years). Before transitioning to St. Paul AME Church- East Orange as their musical/arts director and trustee, Chris had landed leading roles in notable stage plays such as, DreamGirls (tour), Arms Too Short To Box with God (tour), Jesus Christ Super Star (tour), supporting lead in the Gospel Stage Play Crowns and various local productions throughout the tri-state area. In May 2017 and 2018, Chris was one of the McDonald’s Gospel Fest. male vocalist finalist. Chris is currently the musical director for Imani Baptist Church and has formed a new ensemble Anointed Praise. Chris has worked alongside Grammy award winner Cissy Houston, Emmy Award Winner Melba Moore, R&amp;B artist Shirley Murdock and Emmy Award Winner and Producer Curtis A. Farrow. Above all, Chris would rather have Jesus, than fame or fortune. His personal favorite quote, “at the end of this journey, let the life I lived, speak for me and no matter the journey, His grace is still sufficient..”**CORRECTION**IG - the_bachelor_cali<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Being Powerful Beyond Measure w/ Dennis Knight - Ep. 9</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Dennis shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he had to learn his own power to be a proud gay black educator and how he loves to show other young black boys and girls how to know they are powerful beyond measure.Dennis Knight is a native of North Carolina now living the big city life. He is a proud double graduate of North Carolina Central University where he received both his Bachelors and Masters degree in English. Dennis has dedicated hims...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Dennis shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he had to learn his own power to be a proud gay black educator and how he loves to show other young black boys and girls how to know they are powerful beyond measure.Dennis Knight is a native of North Carolina now living the big city life. He is a proud double graduate of North Carolina Central University where he received both his Bachelors and Masters degree in English. Dennis has dedicated himself to public service as an educator. He finds passion in enabling black and brown students with the tools needed to engage in a critique and comprehension of all genres of literature. Dennis has also presented his research on the impact of African American gay authors throughout the country and was currently published in the 2017 edition of the James Baldwin Review. His faith in God leads and guides his life.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Dennis shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how he had to learn his own power to be a proud gay black educator and how he loves to show other young black boys and girls how to know they are powerful beyond measure.Dennis Knight is a native of North Carolina now living the big city life. He is a proud double graduate of North Carolina Central University where he received both his Bachelors and Masters degree in English. Dennis has dedicated himself to public service as an educator. He finds passion in enabling black and brown students with the tools needed to engage in a critique and comprehension of all genres of literature. Dennis has also presented his research on the impact of African American gay authors throughout the country and was currently published in the 2017 edition of the James Baldwin Review. His faith in God leads and guides his life.<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>It Get&#39;s Better From Here w/ Marcus Emel - Ep. 8</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Marcus shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how anger held him back from reaching his full potential all to see that it gets better from here.Marcus “Emel” Williams is the author of five published collections of poetry: Love and Other Drugs: A Collection of Original Poetry, 143, The Man I Wanted to See, Crazypipe, and most recently The Wall.Marcus began his professional artistic journey in 2012. “I got the acting bug in High School, but I have ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Marcus shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how anger held him back from reaching his full potential all to see that it gets better from here.Marcus “Emel” Williams is the author of five published collections of poetry: Love and Other Drugs: A Collection of Original Poetry, 143, The Man I Wanted to See, Crazypipe, and most recently The Wall.Marcus began his professional artistic journey in 2012. “I got the acting bug in High School, but I have loved reader’s theatre since I was youngin’. During the last semester of college, I had a teaching internship in West Sussex, England and I had the opportunity to go to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to see a production of Les Misrebles. I was in awe of the lights and costumes and songs and actors. Being in the theatre made me feel alive.”His first professional acting moment came by way of Marcus Raby of Birmingham, Alabama and from that point, Marcus knew that art was the way to go. “I felt at home in the acting community, although I never considered my self an ‘actor’...people were working really hard for that title and I was just starting my exploration.”In 2012, Marcus received a phone call that his estranged father, Aubrey Joseph Lewis, was in the hospital with a terminal cancer. “I was angry. I was angry that I hadn’t known him, I was sad to find out about his diagnosis, but I was angry at everything and everyone. I felt like it wasn’t fair. I didn’t let it stop me from learning all I could from him in those last nine days of his life tho.” It was during these nine days that Marcus discovered that his father was an artist as well, evidenced through drawings, writings, and his sci-fi book collection. “I always wondered why I chose art. Most of my family played sports.”Following his father’s death, Marcus wrote and published his first collection of poetry under his pen name, Marcus Emel (Emel is the combination of the phonetic spellings of [Marcus’s ] middle initial and [Aubrey’s] last initial). That same year, Marcus moved to Atlanta to develop his artistic gifts.While in Atlanta, Marcus joined the community theatre scene and was part of productions at Out of Box Theatre, Lionheart Theatre among others. In 2015, he co-produced and starred in a dinner theatre production of Jeff Stetson’s “The Meeting” as Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. “While I was studying for the role, I was inspired not to put myself in the box and to just live my best life by staying true to my passions as did Dr. King.”“My poetry is based in my truths. My truth as a black man. My truth as a queer/gay individual. My truth as a kid who took the only skill in which he was confident and taught himself to look beyond limits.”Marcus “Emel” Williams is currently an Artist-In-Residence at HB Studios Mass Transit Theatre in NYC. “Someone told me that your story starts the day you decide to tell the truth. It’s not easy. Just remember that there is no finish line, the only option is to push forward.”<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Marcus shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how anger held him back from reaching his full potential all to see that it gets better from here.Marcus “Emel” Williams is the author of five published collections of poetry: Love and Other Drugs: A Collection of Original Poetry, 143, The Man I Wanted to See, Crazypipe, and most recently The Wall.Marcus began his professional artistic journey in 2012. “I got the acting bug in High School, but I have loved reader’s theatre since I was youngin’. During the last semester of college, I had a teaching internship in West Sussex, England and I had the opportunity to go to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to see a production of Les Misrebles. I was in awe of the lights and costumes and songs and actors. Being in the theatre made me feel alive.”His first professional acting moment came by way of Marcus Raby of Birmingham, Alabama and from that point, Marcus knew that art was the way to go. “I felt at home in the acting community, although I never considered my self an ‘actor’...people were working really hard for that title and I was just starting my exploration.”In 2012, Marcus received a phone call that his estranged father, Aubrey Joseph Lewis, was in the hospital with a terminal cancer. “I was angry. I was angry that I hadn’t known him, I was sad to find out about his diagnosis, but I was angry at everything and everyone. I felt like it wasn’t fair. I didn’t let it stop me from learning all I could from him in those last nine days of his life tho.” It was during these nine days that Marcus discovered that his father was an artist as well, evidenced through drawings, writings, and his sci-fi book collection. “I always wondered why I chose art. Most of my family played sports.”Following his father’s death, Marcus wrote and published his first collection of poetry under his pen name, Marcus Emel (Emel is the combination of the phonetic spellings of [Marcus’s ] middle initial and [Aubrey’s] last initial). That same year, Marcus moved to Atlanta to develop his artistic gifts.While in Atlanta, Marcus joined the community theatre scene and was part of productions at Out of Box Theatre, Lionheart Theatre among others. In 2015, he co-produced and starred in a dinner theatre production of Jeff Stetson’s “The Meeting” as Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. “While I was studying for the role, I was inspired not to put myself in the box and to just live my best life by staying true to my passions as did Dr. King.”“My poetry is based in my truths. My truth as a black man. My truth as a queer/gay individual. My truth as a kid who took the only skill in which he was confident and taught himself to look beyond limits.”Marcus “Emel” Williams is currently an Artist-In-Residence at HB Studios Mass Transit Theatre in NYC. “Someone told me that your story starts the day you decide to tell the truth. It’s not easy. Just remember that there is no finish line, the only option is to push forward.”<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Rising Above w/ Uwazi Isikhumba Ya Zamani - Ep. 7</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Uwazi shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how facing his circumstance of sexual abuse as a child taught him to rise above, forgiveness starts with the roots.Uwazi Isikhumba Ya Zamani is a performance artist and community activist hailing from Houston, TX. His passion for poetry, dance, theatre and visual art manifested itself at the earlt age of seven.He uses these mediums to explore and unravel the complexities of being a Black same gender lo...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Uwazi shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how facing his circumstance of sexual abuse as a child taught him to rise above, forgiveness starts with the roots.Uwazi Isikhumba Ya Zamani is a performance artist and community activist hailing from Houston, TX. His passion for poetry, dance, theatre and visual art manifested itself at the earlt age of seven.He uses these mediums to explore and unravel the complexities of being a Black same gender loving man; exploring topics of race, religion, sexuality, and politics. It is through this exploration that he is able to deliver artfully unapologetic experiences through movement and spoken word. He firmly believes in creating a pallet of work vested in truth, healing, and transparency.IG - @uwazi_zamani<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Uwazi shares his letter of growth while telling his story of how facing his circumstance of sexual abuse as a child taught him to rise above, forgiveness starts with the roots.Uwazi Isikhumba Ya Zamani is a performance artist and community activist hailing from Houston, TX. His passion for poetry, dance, theatre and visual art manifested itself at the earlt age of seven.He uses these mediums to explore and unravel the complexities of being a Black same gender loving man; exploring topics of race, religion, sexuality, and politics. It is through this exploration that he is able to deliver artfully unapologetic experiences through movement and spoken word. He firmly believes in creating a pallet of work vested in truth, healing, and transparency.IG - @uwazi_zamani<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>Looking UP.W(O/A)RDS w/ S. L. Feemster - Ep. 6</itunes:title>
    <title>Looking UP.W(O/A)RDS w/ S. L. Feemster - Ep. 6</title>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as S. L.  shares his letter of encouragement &amp; learning how to differentiate between "wellness &amp; illness" practices to help navigate through life by looking, moving &amp; thinking UP.W(O/A)RDS!S. L. Feemster is a NYC-based conduit, creative, and author. A seasoned performer favoring devised, site specific, physical, and/or classical works; Feemster has garnered credits and accolades in the nation’s most vibrant theatrical cities. As an arts educator Feemste...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as S. L.  shares his letter of encouragement &amp; learning how to differentiate between &quot;wellness &amp; illness&quot; practices to help navigate through life by looking, moving &amp; thinking UP.W(O/A)RDS!S. L. Feemster is a NYC-based conduit, creative, and author. A seasoned performer favoring devised, site specific, physical, and/or classical works; Feemster has garnered credits and accolades in the nation’s most vibrant theatrical cities. As an arts educator Feemster has traveled and taught modern application of classical text and performing styles to students of all ages. Culminating experience, education, and perspective, Feemster continues his artist journey sculpting in the medium of text. Feemster offers his inaugural collection of poems titled UP.W(O/A)RDS, an allegory of human connection through the lens-muse of Times Square. Twitter/Instagram: @sl_feemster<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as S. L.  shares his letter of encouragement &amp; learning how to differentiate between &quot;wellness &amp; illness&quot; practices to help navigate through life by looking, moving &amp; thinking UP.W(O/A)RDS!S. L. Feemster is a NYC-based conduit, creative, and author. A seasoned performer favoring devised, site specific, physical, and/or classical works; Feemster has garnered credits and accolades in the nation’s most vibrant theatrical cities. As an arts educator Feemster has traveled and taught modern application of classical text and performing styles to students of all ages. Culminating experience, education, and perspective, Feemster continues his artist journey sculpting in the medium of text. Feemster offers his inaugural collection of poems titled UP.W(O/A)RDS, an allegory of human connection through the lens-muse of Times Square. Twitter/Instagram: @sl_feemster<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Capacity For Audacity w/ Kevin E. Taylor - Part 2 - Ep. 5</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Lets pick up where we left Kevin shares his letter of growth and understanding in life, love &amp; the pursuit of happiness. We discuss how we can triumph through our capacity for audacity and learn to understand that we are worthy of love.This was a LONG &amp; MUCH NEEDED conversation about love and learning how to learn to love. Enjoy PART 2...Kevin E. Taylor is a noted author (JADED, UNCLUTTER, BECAUSE HE LIVES, IT’S TIME FOR SOME ACTION, ENVY: the darkest shade of green, GET OFF YOUR ASS ...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Lets pick up where we left Kevin shares his letter of growth and understanding in life, love &amp; the pursuit of happiness. We discuss how we can triumph through our capacity for audacity and learn to understand that we are worthy of love.This was a LONG &amp; MUCH NEEDED conversation about love and learning how to learn to love. Enjoy PART 2...Kevin E. Taylor is a noted author (JADED, UNCLUTTER, BECAUSE HE LIVES, IT’S TIME FOR SOME ACTION, ENVY: the darkest shade of green, GET OFF YOUR ASS AND DO SOMETHING &amp; MEET THE HENDERSONS). He’s the Senior Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church Newark. He’s been a writer and producer for television for 27 years in television and nearly 25 years running TaylorMadeMultiMedia--TM3, his own video production company.He is a lecturer and empowerment speaker, who has spoken at colleges, universities and community groups and who has preached around the country and internationally, for the last 20 years. He has conducted a cadre of empowerment and enriching creative writing, television and development workshops for the last 25 years as well. Taylor developed a personal relationship and later did research for and wrote the discography to her 2000 “Angel On My Shoulder” autobiography, which later became an award-winning NBC made-for-TV movie. During his tenure at BET, Kevin created such shows as ACCESS GRANTED, TESTIMONY, LYRICALLY SPEAKING and NOTARIZED, he won a Gold World Medal for International Programming for a special (24 HOURS WITH DRU HILL) and a pair of NAACP Image Award nominations, competing against himself in 2001 for his Aaliyah episode of ACCESS GRANTED and his interviews with Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige for TESTIMONY. Pastor Taylor is the Director of Administration for Turning Point Community Services, which operates Servant&apos;s House, a women&apos;s and children&apos;s shelter and heads the Essex County CEAS/CoC (Consortium of Care), helping to eradicate homelessness in the country and working assertively to provide shelter and services to those as they experience homelessness in various ways. In 2017, Taylor recently released his own autobiography, titled NEVER TOO MUCH: this is my story of big words, big dreams and an audacious big life! And 2018 will bring the release of a new novel (“MOMMA, PLEASE!”) and two new empowerment tomes titled “RELIGIOUSLY SPIRITUAL | SPIRITUALLY RELIGIOUS” and “WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE!?,” both in support of his continuous quest to guide people in living their greatest lives and as his church’s 2018 theme denotes “LIFE...MORE ABUNDANTLY!”<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Lets pick up where we left Kevin shares his letter of growth and understanding in life, love &amp; the pursuit of happiness. We discuss how we can triumph through our capacity for audacity and learn to understand that we are worthy of love.This was a LONG &amp; MUCH NEEDED conversation about love and learning how to learn to love. Enjoy PART 2...Kevin E. Taylor is a noted author (JADED, UNCLUTTER, BECAUSE HE LIVES, IT’S TIME FOR SOME ACTION, ENVY: the darkest shade of green, GET OFF YOUR ASS AND DO SOMETHING &amp; MEET THE HENDERSONS). He’s the Senior Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church Newark. He’s been a writer and producer for television for 27 years in television and nearly 25 years running TaylorMadeMultiMedia--TM3, his own video production company.He is a lecturer and empowerment speaker, who has spoken at colleges, universities and community groups and who has preached around the country and internationally, for the last 20 years. He has conducted a cadre of empowerment and enriching creative writing, television and development workshops for the last 25 years as well. Taylor developed a personal relationship and later did research for and wrote the discography to her 2000 “Angel On My Shoulder” autobiography, which later became an award-winning NBC made-for-TV movie. During his tenure at BET, Kevin created such shows as ACCESS GRANTED, TESTIMONY, LYRICALLY SPEAKING and NOTARIZED, he won a Gold World Medal for International Programming for a special (24 HOURS WITH DRU HILL) and a pair of NAACP Image Award nominations, competing against himself in 2001 for his Aaliyah episode of ACCESS GRANTED and his interviews with Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige for TESTIMONY. Pastor Taylor is the Director of Administration for Turning Point Community Services, which operates Servant&apos;s House, a women&apos;s and children&apos;s shelter and heads the Essex County CEAS/CoC (Consortium of Care), helping to eradicate homelessness in the country and working assertively to provide shelter and services to those as they experience homelessness in various ways. In 2017, Taylor recently released his own autobiography, titled NEVER TOO MUCH: this is my story of big words, big dreams and an audacious big life! And 2018 will bring the release of a new novel (“MOMMA, PLEASE!”) and two new empowerment tomes titled “RELIGIOUSLY SPIRITUAL | SPIRITUALLY RELIGIOUS” and “WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE!?,” both in support of his continuous quest to guide people in living their greatest lives and as his church’s 2018 theme denotes “LIFE...MORE ABUNDANTLY!”<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:title>The Capacity For Audacity w/ Kevin E. Taylor, Part 1 - Ep. 4</itunes:title>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Kevin shares his letter of growth and understanding in life, love &amp; the pursuit of happiness.  We discuss how we can triumph through our capacity for audacity and learn to understand that we are worthy of love. This was a LONG &amp; MUCH NEEDED conversation about love and learning how to learn to love.  Enjoy PART 1...Kevin E. Taylor is a noted author (JADED, UNCLUTTER, BECAUSE HE LIVES, IT’S TIME FOR SOME ACTION, ENVY: the darkest shade of green, GET OFF YO...]]></itunes:summary>
    <description><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Kevin shares his letter of growth and understanding in life, love &amp; the pursuit of happiness.  We discuss how we can triumph through our capacity for audacity and learn to understand that we are worthy of love. This was a LONG &amp; MUCH NEEDED conversation about love and learning how to learn to love.  Enjoy PART 1...Kevin E. Taylor is a noted author (JADED, UNCLUTTER, BECAUSE HE LIVES, IT’S TIME FOR SOME ACTION, ENVY: the darkest shade of green, GET OFF YOUR ASS AND DO SOMETHING &amp;  MEET THE HENDERSONS). He’s the Senior Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church Newark. He’s been a writer and producer for television for 27 years in television and nearly 25 years running TaylorMadeMultiMedia--TM3, his own video production company. He is a lecturer and empowerment speaker, who has spoken at colleges, universities and community groups and who has preached around the country and internationally, for the last 20 years. He has conducted a cadre of empowerment and enriching creative writing, television and development workshops for the last 25 years as well.  Taylor developed a personal relationship and later did research for and wrote the discography to her 2000 “Angel On My Shoulder” autobiography, which later became an award-winning NBC made-for-TV movie. During his tenure at BET, Kevin created such shows as ACCESS GRANTED, TESTIMONY, LYRICALLY SPEAKING and NOTARIZED, he won a Gold World Medal for International Programming for a special (24 HOURS WITH DRU HILL) and a pair of NAACP Image Award nominations, competing against himself in 2001 for his Aaliyah episode of ACCESS GRANTED and his interviews with Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige for TESTIMONY. Pastor Taylor is the Director of Administration for Turning Point Community Services, which operates Servant&apos;s House, a women&apos;s and children&apos;s shelter and heads the Essex County  CEAS/CoC (Consortium of Care), helping to eradicate homelessness in the country and working assertively to provide shelter and services to those as they experience homelessness in various ways.  In 2017, Taylor recently released his own autobiography, titled NEVER TOO MUCH: this is my story of big words, big dreams and an audacious big life! And 2018 will bring the release of a new novel (“MOMMA, PLEASE!”) and two new empowerment tomes titled “RELIGIOUSLY SPIRITUAL | SPIRITUALLY RELIGIOUS” and “WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE!?,” both in support of his continuous quest to guide people in living their greatest lives and as his church’s 2018 theme denotes “LIFE...MORE ABUNDANTLY!”<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Kevin shares his letter of growth and understanding in life, love &amp; the pursuit of happiness.  We discuss how we can triumph through our capacity for audacity and learn to understand that we are worthy of love. This was a LONG &amp; MUCH NEEDED conversation about love and learning how to learn to love.  Enjoy PART 1...Kevin E. Taylor is a noted author (JADED, UNCLUTTER, BECAUSE HE LIVES, IT’S TIME FOR SOME ACTION, ENVY: the darkest shade of green, GET OFF YOUR ASS AND DO SOMETHING &amp;  MEET THE HENDERSONS). He’s the Senior Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church Newark. He’s been a writer and producer for television for 27 years in television and nearly 25 years running TaylorMadeMultiMedia--TM3, his own video production company. He is a lecturer and empowerment speaker, who has spoken at colleges, universities and community groups and who has preached around the country and internationally, for the last 20 years. He has conducted a cadre of empowerment and enriching creative writing, television and development workshops for the last 25 years as well.  Taylor developed a personal relationship and later did research for and wrote the discography to her 2000 “Angel On My Shoulder” autobiography, which later became an award-winning NBC made-for-TV movie. During his tenure at BET, Kevin created such shows as ACCESS GRANTED, TESTIMONY, LYRICALLY SPEAKING and NOTARIZED, he won a Gold World Medal for International Programming for a special (24 HOURS WITH DRU HILL) and a pair of NAACP Image Award nominations, competing against himself in 2001 for his Aaliyah episode of ACCESS GRANTED and his interviews with Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige for TESTIMONY. Pastor Taylor is the Director of Administration for Turning Point Community Services, which operates Servant&apos;s House, a women&apos;s and children&apos;s shelter and heads the Essex County  CEAS/CoC (Consortium of Care), helping to eradicate homelessness in the country and working assertively to provide shelter and services to those as they experience homelessness in various ways.  In 2017, Taylor recently released his own autobiography, titled NEVER TOO MUCH: this is my story of big words, big dreams and an audacious big life! And 2018 will bring the release of a new novel (“MOMMA, PLEASE!”) and two new empowerment tomes titled “RELIGIOUSLY SPIRITUAL | SPIRITUALLY RELIGIOUS” and “WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE!?,” both in support of his continuous quest to guide people in living their greatest lives and as his church’s 2018 theme denotes “LIFE...MORE ABUNDANTLY!”<p>If you want to be a part of the this project feel free to email me @thedearyouprojectpodcast@gmail.com<br/><br/>Be Sure to follow the following<br/><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/thedearyouprojectpod'>THE DEAR YOU PROJECT</a><br/><a href='https://www.instagram.com/iampjryan'>PJ RYAN</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Come on the journey with us as Kishshana shares her letter of growth as a self-made business woman.  We talk about what it is like creating your own footprint in the sand of building her own corporation.Kishshana Palmer, is a uni-mom, trainer, educator, distinguished lady of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated and professional speaker. She is the founder of Kishshana &amp; Co. and author/blogger for “Secret Lives of Leaders”. When she is not starring in the Life of My Preteen (okay it’s n...]]></itunes:summary>
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