Voices of the Village Podcast

Mr Country Fly
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The Official Podcast for Game Changers Media Network

  1. 1d ago

    Voices of The Village Podcast- It's OK to Ask for Help | Tamakio Patterson on Autism, ABA Therapy & Supporting Families

    Every once in a while, you meet someone whose business is driven by purpose rather than profit. That perfectly describes Tamakio Patterson, CEO of Jewel ABA Therapy, who joined Voices of the Village Podcast to share her remarkable journey of serving children with autism and supporting families throughout Metro Atlanta. For Patterson, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is about much more than clinical treatment it's about giving children the tools they need to confidently navigate everyday life. "We pretty much get children that's on the autism spectrum prepared to live in a typical world setting. We give them the tools they need to be able to go to school and function alongside their peers."

    Voices of The Village Podcast- It's OK to Ask for Help | Tamakio Patterson on Autism, ABA Therapy & Supporting Families

  2. Jul 16

    Voices of the Village Podcast featuring Furquan Stafford

    Furquan Stafford, a candidate for state senate district 10, discusses his background in foster care, his passion for community service, and his work with the Stafford Boxing Club. The club, co-founded with his wife, uses boxing as a curriculum to engage youth, emphasizing trust, responsibility, and literacy. Stafford highlights the importance of a husband-wife partnership in the community and his wife's role as CEO. He advocates for legislative changes to improve education and address the school-to-prison pipeline, aiming to provide youth with trade skills and economic opportunities. Stafford emphasizes his non-politician status and his commitment to community development.

    Voices of the Village Podcast featuring Furquan Stafford

  3. Jun 3

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Janean Armstrong- Sis, get Your Purse In Order

    Janiean Armstrong, an award-winning author and financial educator, discusses the importance of financial literacy, particularly for African American women. She highlights the lack of financial education in schools and the historical barriers women faced in accessing loans. Armstrong emphasizes the need for a financial plan and vision, advocating for regular financial date nights and emergency savings. She suggests starting with small savings, such as cutting back on daily expenses like coffee, to build a financial cushion. Armstrong's book aims to guide women from financial chaos to confidence and freedom, stressing the importance of being prepared for life's unexpected events.

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Janean Armstrong- Sis, get Your Purse In Order

  4. May 20

    Voices of the Village Podcast featuring De'Ambreus Christian- Protecting Our Elders In A Modern Digital World

    De'Ambreus Christian, founder of Wise Path Integrity Consulting, discusses her mission to protect elders from scams and fraud. With 20 years in healthcare and a transition to banking, she noticed the vulnerability of seniors to financial abuse. Dee highlights that elders are often targeted due to their lack of familiarity with modern technology and the absence of family members to guide them. She shares statistics indicating that scams are prevalent among all age groups but disproportionately affect elders. Dee advises seniors to be cautious, especially against calls claiming to be from their bank, and to verify the authenticity of such calls by using the bank's official number.

    Voices of the Village Podcast featuring De'Ambreus Christian- Protecting Our Elders In A Modern Digital World

  5. May 13

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Demetra Love Daniels- Women on a Mission: How Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Is Transforming Communities in Henry County

    The conversation features a discussion about the Henry County Delta Sigma Theta Alumni Chapter's community initiatives. The chapter, founded in 2004, focuses on social action, scholarship, and service. They have expanded their reach to include Locust Grove and Hampton. Notable programs include a job fair for young men and ex-offenders, rebranded as "Built for Success," and the "Real Boys Are Readers" program, which encourages middle school boys to read and includes a keynote speaker, Hill Harper. The chapter also hosts a Junior Shark Tank event for young entrepreneurs, offering over $4,500 in awards. They partner with various local leaders and organizations to support these programs.

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Demetra Love Daniels- Women on a Mission: How Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Is Transforming Communities in Henry County

  6. May 6

    Voices of the Village Podcast featuring Attorney Janice Alfred of South Atlanta Family Law Firm

    The conversation revolves around the complexities of family law in Georgia, particularly regarding paternity and child custody. Janice Alford, an attorney specializing in family law, explains that a father can legitimize his child by marrying the mother or through a legal process called legitimation, which can also grant visitation rights, custody, and child support. She emphasizes the importance of DNA testing to ensure paternity and the non-refundable nature of child support payments. Alford shares her passion for advocating for children and protecting their rights, highlighting the challenges men face in establishing legal rights to their children. The discussion also touches on the role of police in custody disputes and the importance of legal action in family court.

    Voices of the Village Podcast featuring Attorney Janice Alfred of South Atlanta Family Law Firm

  7. Apr 29

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Shelia Edwards for Georgia Public Service Commission: Putting Power Back in the Hands of the People

    Sheila Edwards, a candidate for Georgia's Public Service Commission, discussed the commission's failure to regulate Georgia Power effectively, leading to frequent rate increases. Edwards highlighted the monopolistic nature of Georgia Power, which manipulates rates and profits significantly, impacting vulnerable communities. She emphasized the need for affordable utilities and proposed collaborating with Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard to address rate increases and support marginalized communities. Edwards advocated for expanding solar energy programs and criticized the commission's decisions, such as taking land from a black family in Sparta for a private railroad. She urged voters to participate in the upcoming elections.

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Shelia Edwards for Georgia Public Service Commission: Putting Power Back in the Hands of the People

  8. Apr 15

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Judge James D. Boles, Jr.-F.A.R. Leadership in Action: Judge James D. Boles Jr. on Justice, Community, and Second Chances

    Judge James D. Boles Jr. discusses his background and journey to becoming a judge in Henry County, Georgia. Born and raised in Henry County, he attended local schools and later graduated from Kennesaw State University with a 3.89 GPA and from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School on a scholarship. Boles emphasizes his involvement in mock trial, which influenced his legal career. As a judge, he oversees misdemeanor criminal cases and civil matters, focusing on a diversion court for veterans and individuals with mental health issues. Appointed by Governor Brian Kemp, Boles highlights his commitment to community service, particularly in mentoring youth and supporting veterans and the homeless.

    Voices of The Village Podcast featuring Judge James D. Boles, Jr.-F.A.R. Leadership in Action: Judge James D. Boles Jr. on Justice, Community, and Second Chances
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The Official Podcast for Game Changers Media Network

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  • Creator
    Mr Country Fly
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Game Changers Media Network, LLC
  • Show Website
    Voices of the Village Podcast