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"More Than Metaphors" is a virtual love space for those poetic and poetic-ish voices to examine the question: What happens when we find the courage to live our poetry out loud? A conversation led by Author, Educator, Entrepreneur and Poet Dr. Kecia Brown (“Dr. Kecia”); More Than Metaphors combines guest interviews and posts from Dr. Kecia’s blog which focuses on transformative learning, love, justice, and liberation. Each episode of this podcast will provide encouragement for leading more meaningful, spirited and poetic lives.

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"More Than Metaphors" is a virtual love space for those poetic and poetic-ish voices to examine the question: What happens when we find the courage to live our poetry out loud? A conversation led by Author, Educator, Entrepreneur and Poet Dr. Kecia Brown (“Dr. Kecia”); More Than Metaphors combines guest interviews and posts from Dr. Kecia’s blog which focuses on transformative learning, love, justice, and liberation. Each episode of this podcast will provide encouragement for leading more meaningful, spirited and poetic lives.

    More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

    More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

    More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

    (Originally Released: October 5, 2021. Removed in 2023 due to licensing conflict)

    In this last interview for season #1, Dr. Kecia speaks with “Weekend Philosopher,” Husband, Girl Dad (times 4), and NASA Astronaut, Navy Commander, Victor J. Glover, Jr. In this conversation, Victor reflects on the various lessons he has learned from his elders and contemporaries. He also shares the inspiring exchange between his younger self and the person he is now that has helped him “propel” his career, as well as support the “launch” of his firstborn child into college.

    A special “Thank You” to the good people of NASA for coordinating this interview. 

    Enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

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    More Than Metaphors: Introduction to Season #2

    More Than Metaphors: Introduction to Season #2

    In this introduction to season #2, Dr. Kecia reflects on the long hiatus of the podcast. Utilizing the time to focus on her and her family’s healing journeys, Dr. Kecia discusses the opportunity that reignited her light. This opportunity also helped shape the theme for season #2: The Comeback.



    Words & Music for this Episode– Title: Envisioning MantraPoem by: Kecia Brown | Music by: Oleksii Kaplunskyi

    Forthcoming Album: Relationships With Humans

    Release: March 3, 2024

    ℗ 2024 Kecia Brown



    Stream this poem on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and other music streaming platforms.

    Feel free to listen to this episode on your favorite podcasting platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Gaana, Google Podcast, and others!



    Audio/Video Credits:

    Pinky Cole, Entrepreneur & Restaurateur - Bloomberg Originals on Instagram. December 5, 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0fTDUNROyf/?ig sh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ%3D%3D



    Stacey Abrams, Politician and Voting Rights Activist - NOW This Impact. February 5, 2019. https://youtu.be/u9Fz6GqjMC8?si=YY_-xGmJTk4n7QL5

    Stacey Abrams. March 22, 2022. https://youtu.be/vfJNEAg0tn0?si=xp-Favmk8e-i-V-

    Fantasia Barrino-Taylor, Singer & Actress - ESSENCE on Instagram. December 6, 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0ifgK1uZFW/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ==



    Simone Biles “Greatest Gymnast of All Time” - International Olympic Committee. 2020. https://olympics.com/en/video/simone-biles-exclusive-2023-world-championships-competition-interview



    Sha’Carri Richardson - ESSENCE on Instagram. December 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0ZnuOYpCi9/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D



    Caroline A. Wanga - xoxoconfidence on Instagram. November 5, 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzRPSCQOwAF/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ%3D%3D



    Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts - Sarah Jakes Roberts. December 11, 2019. https://youtu.be/k3k8VEN13a0?si=z2swyepHuwsO6H7s



    Merchandise: “I’m the Epitome of Build Back Better” Sweatshirt- https://drkeciab.com.co/collections/tees-and-hoodies



    Have questions, ideas, or are interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or text us at +1-760-239-9993. We might even read your message on the podcast!


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    Episode 20: Do You Have a "Love Space?"

    Episode 20: Do You Have a "Love Space?"

    This episode defines what a "Love Space" and recommends that listeners create their very own space of love and rejuvenation. Content of episode are from the 8-29-21 post found at http://drkeciab.com/2021/08/29/do-you-have-a-love-space/. 

    Song for this Episode: 

    Title: “Sacred Space” 

    Artist: India Aire 

    Album: Worthy 

    Released: 2019 

    Feel free to enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist. 

    Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on the air!


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    Episode 15: Poem - The Mothers Have Come

    Episode 15: Poem - The Mothers Have Come

    TRIGGER WARNING: This poem was written May 25, 2020 after the heinous murder of George Floyd one year ago today. This poem depicts violent imagery, yet not nearly as violent as what the world witnessed on the day (now) 7-year old Gianna Floyd had her father ripped from her life.

    The contents of this poem may be haunting and are not meant for young audiences, those who have witnessed or have directly experienced forms of violence. Please be advised.

    Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on the air. 


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    Episode 19 - Part 1: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

    Episode 19 - Part 1: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

    In part one of this three-part episode (so much goodness), entrepreneur, educator and “space curator” Alisa France stops by to celebrate “The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect.” Alisa also shares her learning journey navigating work environments. This episode was recorded on 7/6/21.

    Follow Alisa and her ventures on:

    IG:


    Personal - @imsofrancey
    Meliaison - @meliaison
    Financial Tracking System - @financialtrackingsystem
    Aight, So Boom Game - @aightsoboomgame
    ELVYN TREE Coaching & Consulting - @elvyn.tree
    Luxcarious (Car rentals) - @luxcarious


    Websites:

    Meliaison.com

    Elvyntree.com (coming soon!)

    Car Rentals on Turo

    Airbnb Rentals:

    https://abnb.me/VCzZ6a20Rhb

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    Song for this Episode:

    Title: Diva

    Artist: Beyoncé

    Album: I Am...Sasha Fierce

    Released:  2008

    Copyright; © Sony Music Entertainment



    Movie clip in this episode/part:

    Title: Everybody Rejoice

    Film: The Wiz

    Released:  1978

    Copyright; © Motown Productions



    Feel free to enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

    Merch Shout Out:


    Click here to get your Mind on My Business t-shirt!


    Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!

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    A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing the Mind on My Business t-shirt! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!


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    Episode 19 - Part 2: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

    Episode 19 - Part 2: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

    In this second part of her three-part conversation with Dr. Kecia, Alisa France continues her reflections on “The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect” and the messages sent to Black women professionals, as well as discussing some of the very real barriers to thriving (and beyond) in the workplace. Alisa also introduces us to the concepts of “The Box and The Balloon.”

    7 Questions from this episode:


    What does safety look like for me in this environment?

    How am I showing up in this space?

    What will it take for me to show up authentically (if I am not already doing so)?

    What energetic currency am I utilizing in order to be in this space?

    What flex am I engaged in that is connected to my passions?

    How can I excel vs. simply survive this environment?

    What would the conversation between me and my younger self sound like regarding our surviving, thriving, and excelling journey?


    Sound clips in this episode/part:

    Title: Scandal Ep. Sweet Baby

    Released:  2012

    Copyright: © ABC Entertainment



    Title: The Color Purple

    Artist: Alice Walker/Steven Spielberg

    Released:  1985

    Copyright; © Warner Bros. Films

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    Merch Shout Out:


    Click here to get your Mind on My Business t-shirt!


    Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!

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    A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing the Mind on My Business t-shirt! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!


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