Inside the Passion of the Professional

Ronald Dillard Jr.
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Welcome to Inside the Passion of the Professional, the podcast that goes beyond the job. We uncover real stories behind success, exploring the motivations, challenges, and what drives inspiring individuals from a variety of career fields. For the curious professional, the ambitious entrepreneur, the driven career changer, and everyone around the world who loves to listen to great conversation. We thank you for listening. And please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.

Episodes

  1. Feb 17

    Episode 8 Antoine Scott

    Antoine Scott has been doing comedy for over 20 years. He has opened up for some of the best Comedians in the world, such as D.L. Hughley, Monique, Kevin Hart, Earthquake, Tony Rock, Bill Bellamy, and Tracy Morgan to name a few. His TV appearances include Showtime at the Apollo and Bill Bellamy's "Who Got Jokes on TV ONE. His film appearances include Evan Almighty and the award-winning independent drama Unbrotherly Love. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and the founder of A.L.S. Entertainment. He has become an internet sensation through his hilarious videos, LOOKATCHA. His hard work, love of the art, and dedication to his craft have allowed him to transition into a mainstream Headliner who is consistently on the road. But no matter how busy he is. He still finds time to mentor up-and-coming comedians.  His highly anticipated debut comedy special, Antoine Scott Same Thing I Said, is now streaming on Fawesome TV.      To view Antione Scott’s first stand-up special, click the link below: Antione Scott: Same Thing I Said. Don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.   Click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en   Click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment   https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

    1h 9m

  2. Feb 12

    Episode 7 Dr. Robert LeNoir

    Dr. Robert LeNoir is a partner at Brown, Reynolds, Snow & LeNoir in Richmond, VA. A former professional athlete, he graduated from the University of Richmond and was drafted by the Texas Rangers. His remarkable journey didn’t end there, as he successfully transitioned into dentistry. After earning his doctorate from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry. He completed a General Practice Residency at the Lehigh Valley Hospital Network in Pennsylvania. He continues to pursue high-level education, including studying with world-renowned cosmetic dentist Dr. David Hornbrook. He has since been recognized by Richmond Magazine as a "Top Dentist" for both cosmetic and general dentistry.   If you live in Virginia and would like to have the Brown, Reynolds, Snow & LeNoir experience, click on the link below to make an appointment.   https://www.brsdentistry.com/     Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.     Please click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en     Please click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=54f374ce-be0d-43d9-84f7-59bdd1e02f1a

    1h 2m

  3. Feb 12

    Episodes 6 Graham Copeland

    Graham Copeland is the founder, CEO, and Creative Director of Neon Ghost, a company based right here in Richmond, VA, specializing in Film + Video Production, Photography, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Strategy, and Brand Storytelling. Neon Ghost's portfolio includes work for global and national brands such as Coca-Cola, Walmart, National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, and CNBC, just to name a few. He earned a degree in Communication Arts and Design from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is known as a "camera junky" proficient with high-end equipment like the Arri Alexa RED cameras to simpler cameras like GoPro’s and the PXL-2000. He is also known for his generosity, whether it’s going back to teach a class at VCU or helping independent filmmakers like myself.   Check out Neon Ghost at   https://www.neonghost.com/projects   Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.     Please click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en     Please click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment  https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=54f374ce-be0d-43d9-84f7-59bdd1e02f1a

    1h 12m

  4. Feb 12

    Episode 5 Linia Jones

    Linia Jones is a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications and a Minor in Social Media Management. She is a proud mother of twins. Who happens to be one of the kindest souls I have ever met. She is a woman of unpredictability, as she made the successful transition from working for a Fortune 500 company to becoming one of Richmond's finest firefighters. Everyone that I have told about this podcast has been waiting to hear her story.     Click the link below if you are in Virginia and you would like to hire the Mobile Cocktail Queens   https://www.mobilecocktailqueens.com/   Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.   Click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en   Click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment   https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=54f374ce-be0d-43d9-84f7-59bdd1e02f1a

    57 min

  5. Feb 12

    Episode 4 Mike Street

    Mike Steet has over 30 years of experience as a radio personality and media professional. In fact, you can hear him weekdays from 2 to 6 p.m. on 106.5 The Beat. And if you are not in Virginia simple download the iHeart App and click on 106.5 The Beat. He is a Brand Manager and Programming Vice President at Audacy, overseeing the company's strategic programming vision. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Richmond and an MBA in Business Administration from Strayer University-Ohio. He is the recipient of the Marconi Award, for Medium Market Personality of the Year, presented by the National Association of Broadcasters. He is the only Virginia radio personality and one of the few Black personalities to ever receive this award, placing him in an elite group alongside Steve Harvey, Erica Campbell, Rickey Smiley, Big Boy, and Tom Joyner. He grew up in Richmond's Highland Park neighborhood and is deeply connected to the local community. As he often uses his platform for community initiatives, such as food distributions, toy drives, and promoting local Virginia hip-hop artists through a segment called "For Locals Only (FLO). Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.   Click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en   Click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment   https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=54f374ce-be0d-43d9-84f7-59bdd1e02f1a

    1h 6m

  6. Jan 25

    Episode 3 Ramona Taylor

    Ramona Taylor is a graduate of Duke University and the University of Richmond’s T.C. Williams School of Law. She has remained active in various organizations, including Virginia Community Voices, and Asian Pacific American Bar Association, just to name a few. She is a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International. Her past law practice had focused on helping the underserved, disabled, and indigent individuals. She formerly worked at the Office of the Assistant Attorney General for Virginia, representing several agencies and now serves as the Director of Contracts and Compliance. She has served as a team leader for the Virginia Supreme Court’s annual Rule of Law event and has served as a guest lecturer on topics such as Civil Rights, The Intersection of Science and Social Media, and Educational Equity and Access, and Civil Liberties. She volunteers to judge negotiation, mock trial, and appellant law competitions for PAD, and the University of Richmond. She also served as an adjunct professor at John Tyler Community College and Bryant and Stratton Career College. She was the recipient of the Roanoke Chapter of the SCLC 2019 Drum Major for Justice Award. She has been named to Who’s Who of American College Professors. Recognized by the NAACP as an Earl Warren Scholar and is the recipient of the Nina Kestin Service Award for service to her law school, community, and profession. In addition to all of this, she is an award-winning screenwriter and filmmaker. She is the founder of Caring Field Films and Healing Voice Pictures- both production companies devoted to creating diverse, thoughtful content through films, educational shorts, PSAs, and documentaries. She has made over 30 short films and 700 videos while earning over 200 film awards for her work. And if that wasn’t enough, she serves as a script supervisor on major films T.V. projects, and commercials shot right here in Virginia.   If you would like to contribute to the making of The Caretaker, please click the link below. https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-caretaker-2#story Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.     Please click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en Please click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=54f374ce-be0d-43d9-84f7-59bdd1e02f1a

    1h 16m

  7. Jan 22

    Episode 2 Dr. Lakesha Roney

    Dr. Lakesha Roney is the prestigious owner of Innerself Counseling & Consulting. She is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) since 2005 and has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She holds a B.S. in Psychology, an M.Ed (Master of Education) in Counseling, and an Ed.D. (Doctor of Education) in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Counselor Education and Supervision. She gained experience in the mental health field early in her college career, which motivated her to pursue a career in the helping profession!   Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.   Please click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en Please click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=54f374ce-be0d-43d9-84f7-59bdd1e02f1a

    1h 4m

  8. Jan 22

    Episode 1 Ricky McNeal

    Ricky McNeal is a seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years of experience serving buyers and sellers throughout Central Virginia. Based in Richmond and Henrico, VA, he is a Realtor with Fathom Realty. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management and Development from Bluefield University and attended Howard University for Business Administration and Management. His career spans various client types, including first-time homebuyers, investors, veterans, and those interested in new construction. He is a proud member of Delta Sigma Pi. Listen to how he went from working for a company to living his dream!   Please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.   Please click on the link to follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itpoppodcast/?hl=en   Please click the link below to watch other productions from Ron Winston Entertainment https://linktr.ee/ronalddillardjr?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

    1h 10m
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Welcome to Inside the Passion of the Professional, the podcast that goes beyond the job. We uncover real stories behind success, exploring the motivations, challenges, and what drives inspiring individuals from a variety of career fields. For the curious professional, the ambitious entrepreneur, the driven career changer, and everyone around the world who loves to listen to great conversation. We thank you for listening. And please don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you will be alerted when new episodes are available.

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