Building The Village Podcast

Dr. Brandon W. Jones
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If it takes a village to raise a child, then it takes a village to nurture and develop adults. I have one goal: to build better villages, one villager at a time. Each episode features insights and practical strategies that can be used to motivate teams, mentor individuals, and maximize time and talent. For the latest information, go to https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

  1. Jul 3

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 58 | "Let's Get Back To Talking"

    In a world filled with texts, DMs, notifications, and endless content, why does genuine connection feel harder than ever? In this episode of the Building The Village Podcast, I explore what happens when we stop having real conversations and why getting back to talking may be one of the most important steps we can take toward rebuilding community, strengthening relationships, and creating a greater sense of belonging. This episode challenges listeners to think about the difference between communication and connection, the impact of social media and technology on our relationships, and how simple conversations can open the door to trust, friendship, and meaningful community. You'll learn: ✅ Why meaningful conversations feel harder today ✅ The difference between communication and connection ✅ How to overcome awkwardness and conversational fatigue ✅ Practical strategies for starting better conversations ✅ How curiosity can help build stronger relationships ✅ Why every meaningful relationship begins with a conversation Whether you're a leader, educator, student, parent, coach, pastor, or someone who simply wants deeper relationships, this episode will encourage you to slow down, notice the people around you, and rediscover the power of conversation. 🎧 Listen now and join the movement to build better villages, one villager at a time. 👍 Like this video 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, community, belonging, personal growth, and building stronger relationships #BuildingTheVillage #Connection #Belonging #CommunicationSkills #LeadershipDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #Relationships #PersonalGrowth #Conversation #LeadershipPodcast #SelfDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeamBuilding

  2. Apr 7

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 57 | "Trusting The Process...Even When It's Slow"

    We all say we trust the process…until it starts taking longer than we expected. 👀Until the results don’t show up when we want them to.Until the effort feels heavier than the progress we can see.In this episode, I get very real about what it looks like to stay committed to building the village when things feel slow, unseen, and uncertain.Because the truth is—anything meaningful takes time.Anything real requires energy.And most people don’t struggle with starting…they struggle with staying.If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or tempted to walk away from something that matters—this episode is for you.Keep building. Keep growing. Trust what’s happening, even when you can’t see it yet.👍 Like this video if this message resonates with you💬 Comment below: What’s something in your life that’s taking longer than you expected?🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, faith, and building meaningful community📤 Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to keep going📲 Follow me on Instagram: @bjonesspeaks🎤 Want to book me to speak at your campus, church, or organization? Reach out via Instagram or visit bjonesspeaks.com

  3. Mar 24

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 56 | "When The Village Doesn't Show Up"

    When The Village Doesn’t Show Up | Episode 56 Everybody says they care.But what happens when it’s time to show up… and nobody’s there? In this episode of Building The Village, we take a hard look at something that we don’t talk about enough — what it actually costs when people don’t show up for each other. If you’re a coach, manager, supervisor, leader, mentor — or just someone who wants to build stronger relationships — this conversation will challenge you to rethink what presence really means. Because the truth is, communities don’t just break down because of conflict…Sometimes they break down because of absence. And whether we realize it or not, the moments we miss can leave a lasting impact. This episode isn’t just about community.It’s about accountability.It’s about leadership.It’s about who we choose to be for the people around us. 🎧 Tap in and ask yourself: When it matters most… do I show up? 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, faith, and building meaningful community📲 Follow @bjonesspeaks for more insights on building better villages🎤 Interested in booking Dr. Brandon W. Jones? Reach out via Instagram or visit bjonesspeaks.com #BuildingTheVillage #Leadership #Community #Belonging #Accountability #PersonalGrowth #DrBrandonWJones #BJonesSpeaks

  4. Mar 4

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 55 | "The Art of Showing Up"

    🎙️ Episode 55 | The Art of Showing UpEverybody says they care.But who’s actually showing up?In this episode of the Building The Village Podcast, I breaks down what it really means to show up for the people in your life — not just digitally, not just emotionally, but intentionally.Because strong villages aren’t built by good intentions.They’re built by presence.In this conversation, you’ll learn the three movements of showing up:🔥 Pull Up – Why physical presence still matters in a distracted world🗣️ Speak Up – How your voice can strengthen (or weaken) your community🤝 Hang Out – Why real connection happens in unstructured momentsIf you’ve ever felt unseen, unsupported, or disconnected…Or if you want to become the kind of leader, friend, partner, or parent who truly builds community…This episode is for you.✨ Building better villages starts with showing up. ✨🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on leadership, faith, belonging, and community-building.📲 Follow me on Instagram: @bjonesspeaks🎤 Want me to speak at your campus, church, or organization? Reach out via Instagram or visit bjonesspeaks.com👇 Drop a comment: Who do you need to show up for this week?#BuildingTheVillage #Leadership #Community #Belonging #Faith #PersonalGrowth #DrBrandonWJones #BJonesSpeaks

  5. Jan 2

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 54 | "Stop Being So Serious: Why The Village Needs To Play"

    STOP BEING SO SERIOUS | Why the Village Needs to Play When did growing up mean we had to stop playing? In this episode of Building The Village, I challenge the idea that adulthood must be serious, rigid, and joyless. Because the truth is — the village needs play to survive. Play isn’t childish. It’s childlike.And when communities lose joy, curiosity, and imagination, they lose connection. In this episode, we explore:• Why adults stopped playing• The difference between being childlike and childish• How play reduces stress, builds trust, and strengthens relationships• Why laughter is one of the fastest ways to create belonging• How bringing play back can heal individuals and communities If you’ve been feeling burned out, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode — this conversation is for you. ✨ Because building better villages starts with joy. ✨ --------------------- 🔔 Subscribe to the channel for weekly conversations on leadership, faith, belonging, and community-building.📲 Follow me on Instagram: @bjonesspeaks🎤 Want me to speak at your church, campus, or organization? Reach out via Instagram or visit bjonesspeaks.com 👇 Drop a comment: What’s one “childlike” thing you need to bring back into your life? #BuildingTheVillage #StopBeingSoSerious #Joy #Community #Leadership #Faith #Play #Belonging #DrBrandonWJones #BJonesSpeaks

  6. 11/12/2025

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 53 | "Why We NEED The Village"

    🎙️ EPISODE 53 | WHY WE NEED THE VILLAGEWho told us that when we became adults, we no longer needed the village? 👀In this powerful episode of The Building The Village Podcast, your Chief Village Building Strategist dives deep into what it really means to live in community and why we can’t thrive without it.You’ve heard the saying, “It takes a village to raise a child.” But what if it also takes a village to nurture and sustain healthy, whole adults? We live in a time where connection is scarce, loneliness is growing, and community feels optional — but it’s not. This episode will challenge how you think about relationships, belonging, and your role in the Village.🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more episodes that help you build better villages — one villager at a time.📲 Follow me on Instagram: @bjonesspeaks🎤 Want me to speak at your next event? Visit www.bjonesspeaks.com or message me directly on Instagram.

  7. 10/01/2025

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 52 | "Building Villages Through Literacy"

    On this episode of Building The Village, I’m joined by my friend Ingrid J. Ruffin, M.A. & M.L.I.S for a powerful conversation on the role of libraries, literacy, and librarians in strengthening our communities. We talk about:📚 Why libraries are more than just buildings with books 🤝 The courage it takes to ask for help—and why it matters in the village 🔑 The many types of literacies (beyond reading) that empower people to thrive This episode is a reminder that literacy is not just about information—it’s about connection, access, and opportunity. Listen in and let’s keep building better villages, one villager at a time.

  8. 09/03/2025

    Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 51 | "Building Bridges Through The Generations"

    How do we bridge the gap between generations in our families, workplaces, and communities? In this episode of Building The Village, we explore four powerful practices that help us move past assumptions and into deeper understanding. Whether you’re a student trying to understand your parents, a leader managing a multi-generational team, or simply someone who wants better conversations with people older or younger than you, this episode gives you practical tools for connection. Because building the village means building bridges—one conversation at a time.

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If it takes a village to raise a child, then it takes a village to nurture and develop adults. I have one goal: to build better villages, one villager at a time. Each episode features insights and practical strategies that can be used to motivate teams, mentor individuals, and maximize time and talent. For the latest information, go to https://linktr.ee/bjonesspeaks

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  • Creator
    Dr. Brandon W. Jones
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Brandon W. Jones
  • Show Website
    Building The Village Podcast