Speaking Of Love Podcast

La Toya Bond
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Speaking Of Love Podcast

I created this podcast in honor of my late father, Herman McKalpain, Jr. He was once a sports radio show host on WGPR in Detroit. His show was called “Speaking Of Sports” - which is the inspiration behind the name of my podcast “Speaking Of Love” My dad committed suicide on March 2, 2020. My purpose and my mission is to spread love and raise awareness for suicide prevention in honor of my dad.

  1. FEB 8

    Speaking Of Love Podcast - Episode 144 - Featuring Bill Newsome

    Ladies and gentlemen, it is an honor to introduce a man whose journey is a testament to perseverance, success, and the power of love. Born and raised in a Brooklyn, New York housing project, Bill Newsome discovered early on that he was destined for greatness. Excelling in school and fueled by a passion for basketball, he embraced the challenges of his neighborhood with determination and drive. His academic achievements led him to a successful career with the NYC Employees Retirement System, where he dedicated his time to helping countless individuals, including high school students, secure their futures. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Bill has remained deeply committed to his community. As a volunteer basketball coach at his local recreation center, he continues to mentor and inspire young athletes, passing on the same discipline and passion that shaped his own life. In 2024, Bill embarked on a new chapter—retirement and authorship. His book, When Love Calls, You Better Answer, is a heartfelt reflection on his life, lessons, and the profound impact of love. Today, he joins us to share his incredible journey—one of resilience, success, and, most importantly, love. Please join me in welcoming Bill Newsome!

    40 min

  2. JAN 20

    Speaking of Love Podcast - Episode 143 - Featuring Marie Curwen

    TRIGGER WARNING: This episode will be discussing the topic of Murder-Suicide. This special episode features Marie from the Philadelphia area. A childhood survivor of murder-suicide, she participates in the peer led Murder-Suicide Loss support group; her family loss occurred 38 years ago this year. Professionally, she is in graduate school for a Counseling Psychology degree, specializing in trauma studies. Marie is here to share her journey as a murder-suicide loss survivor. Thank you for being an audience member.

    49 min

  3. 10/12/2024

    Speaking Of Love Podcast - Episode 142 - Featuring Dominique Nash

    It’s been 2 years since we last talked! This is a follow-up debut with Mrs. Dominique Nash! Since her last appearance on Speaking Of Love Podcast, life has presented a few challenges; including homelessness and mental health hurdles. Dominque is here again to share her incredible journey of resilience and love! You don’t want to miss this life-changing interview!

    50 min

  4. 09/28/2024

    Speaking of Love Podcast - Episode 141 - Featuring Mitch Maryanov

    Speaking of Love Podcast - Episode 141 - Featuring Mitch Maryanov Mitch Maryanov is a retired carpenter. Who has dedicated his efforts to helping survivors of murder suidcide loss. His story began on August 10, 1990. When he was called by a family friend to see why his parents had not been unreachable for 2 days Mitch soon would come to realize that his parents both died, in a murder suicide. From the moment on, His life was forever changed. Mitch is currently a founding member of the Murder-Suicide Loss Network, the first of its kind in our country. Please join me in welcoming MITCH!

    54 min

  5. 09/22/2024

    Speaking Of Love Podcast - Episode 140 - Featuring Jay Deutsch

    September is Suicide Prevention Month! I am interviewing several suicide loss survivors this month! Today, I’m featuring Jay Deutsch! He is a solo father of two children, a suicide loss survivor and a self-love and mindset coach. Jay helps others to make the shift from grieving to healing. Jay has been quoted as saying, "Although my past is a part of me, it does not define me." Please join us as we share his journey of life and love as a suicide loss survivor.

    49 min

  6. 09/21/2024

    Speaking Of Love Podcast - Episode 139 - Featuring Kelly O’Malley

    September is Suicide Prevention Month. This podcast interview will shed light on the subject matter of suicide. **Trigger Warning** Today I have a very special guest! Kelly O'Malley is an LA-based actress, writer, and producer She’s originally from Frisco, Texas. After earning degrees in Film & Media Arts …and Religious Studies from Southern Methodist University, she moved to Los Angeles, to study at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting, where she remains an active alum. In 2016, Kelly founded A Light in Dark Places (ALIDP) in response to losing her father to suicide, and she now serves as the organization's Executive Director and Artistic Director of its Plays for Hope series. Please join us as we sit down for a candid interview with Kelly as we discuss her journey as a suicide loss survivor.

    32 min

  7. 08/17/2024

    Speaking Of Love Podcast - Episode 138 - Featuring Ayanna Pope

    Ayanna Pope is a three time author and co author of one book. In addition, Ayanns is the CEO & Founder of Ascended Volition L3C, Silver Line RADIO and Paradigm Television Network. Her passion and hope for mankind is that, through a safe, supportive and skilled community, that every person, regardless of their walk of life, will be able to present to themselves and to this world a healed, confident, progressive and purposefully fulfilled.

    40 min

  8. 07/13/2024

    Speaking Of Love Podcast - Episode 137 - Featuring Clay Boura

    Welcome to Speaking Of Love Podcast. I am so excited to interview today's guest! Clay Boura is a loving husband and father of three residing in The Mitten State. At an early age, Clay developed a love for the arts. Whether he was creating new cartoon characters or writing wild, imaginative stories, he knew that some day art would become a part of his future. And over the years, his love and passion for the arts has continued to grow. Originally, Clay's dream was to become a cartoonist and have his very own cartoon strip in the newspaper alongside the famous Charles Schulz (Peanuts), Jim Davis (Garfield) and Bill Amend (Fox Trot) whom he idolized. However, after becoming a father and seeing how much enjoyment his children got when he read them bedtime stories, he decided he wanted to become a children's book author and illustrator. Becoming a published Author quickly became Clay's dream and he focused all of his attention on accomplishing that dream. And through the love and support of his family, Clay was able to achieve his dream and become a self-published Author!

    42 min
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I created this podcast in honor of my late father, Herman McKalpain, Jr. He was once a sports radio show host on WGPR in Detroit. His show was called “Speaking Of Sports” - which is the inspiration behind the name of my podcast “Speaking Of Love” My dad committed suicide on March 2, 2020. My purpose and my mission is to spread love and raise awareness for suicide prevention in honor of my dad.

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  • Creator
    La Toya Bond
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    123
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © La Toya Bond
  • Show Website
    Speaking Of Love Podcast

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