MAUDCAST with Maud Arnold Maud Arnold

The Maudcast is back and better than ever, with best-selling author and criminal justice activist Shaka Senghor. Maud and Shaka discuss his upcoming book, Letters to the Sons of Society - a soulful examination of the bond between father and sons, and a touchstone for anyone seeking a kinder, more just world. Their conversation touches on fatherhood as a previously incarcerated Black man in America, learning and loving one’s identity, and the value of authenticity. “We do not need to change the narrative, we need to expand the narrative.” Goosebumps. Thank you Shaka!

Shaka Senghor is a best-selling author, lecturer, activist, and consultant. As a leading voice in criminal justice reform, his priority is shifting societal narratives by creating content with deep social impact and high entertainment value. His 2016 memoir, Writing My Wrongs: Life, Death, Redemption in American Prison, debuted on the New York Times and Washington Post bestseller lists. Follow Shaka on Instagram @shakasenghor and pre-order Letters to the Sons of Society before it comes out on January 18, 2022.

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On today's Maudcast, Maud is joined by her friend Ryan Jones, who is running for DC Attorney General! Ryan talks DC, DC laws, equity and JOY! You can support his campaign at www.ryanjonesforag.com. Thank you Ryan, for speaking up and taking action!

Ryan is an attorney and candidate in the race for DC Attorney General. Follow Ryan on Instagram @rljesq to stay in the loop, and learn more at www.ryanjonesforag.com!

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Today's Maudcast was a special one with Maud's Syncopated sister, Anissa Lee! From Inglewood to national commercials, Neiman Marcus, world tours & movies, they've done it all, and have been close sister friends for almost 20 years! The ladies talked empowerment, sisterhood, and turning your side hustle into your dream career. Thank you Anissa, for always being a bright light!!  

Anissa is a tap dancer and costume designer, teaching and performing internationally while running her independent label, Studio A by Anissa. Follow Anissa on Instagram @anissavibes to stay in the loop!

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On today's Maudcast, Maud is joined by a brilliant and beautiful special guest, Pamela Yasutake! Pam is one of Maud's Syncopated sisters, and the pair discussed their origin stories, adventures with the Syncopated Ladies, life, the future, their dreams, and legacy! Love you, Pam! Thank you! 

Pamela Yasutake is a tap dancer, known as a member of the viral sensation, the Syncopated Ladies, and a Broadway performer in "Shuffle Along". Follow Pam on Instagram @pamelayasutake to stay in the loop!

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Today's Maudcast was a special one with Maud's Syncopated sister, Gisele Silva! The ladies talked giving back, friendships and dating in America versus Brazil, sisterhood and JOY! Thank you, Gisele, for being so transparent, and for sharing you wisdom and journey with us! BEIJOS!

Gisele Silva is a Brazilian tap dancer, working with both the Syncopated Ladies (@syncladies) and Music from the Sole (@musicfromthesole). She is also an ambassador for @sodancausa! Follow Gisele on Instagram @iamgiselesilva to stay in the loop!

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Today's Maudcast was started off with a treat - a stretch session with Brandon O'Neal! Brandon is a superstar - he and Maud talked discipline, becoming the person you aspire to be, and growth in friendships. Thank you, Brandon, for sharing your wisdom and journey! "You can't practice something and get worse!"

Brandon O'Neal is a dancer, actor, singer, and artist known for his work in Broadway's The Lion King, WICKED, Netflix's Christmas On The Square, La La Land, among other film and television credits. Follow Brandon on Instagram @iambrandononeal to keep up to date with his amazing work!

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