The 411 Live

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The 411 Live podcast is a platform where you can learn about issues that impact your community, state and the world. It is designed to eduate and help people in the community better themselves by giving them inspiration, hope, education and direction that will motivate them to better their lives and their community as a whole. It is comprised of interviews and a wide range of information on various topics like health, schools, social issues, history, economics, real life stories, and justice.

  1. 5D AGO

    S11 Ep 6 - Healing Is the Resolution-The Power of Forgiveness Without Conditions

    In this episode of The 411 Live: Real People, Real Talk, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Milwaukee Pastors, Darryl Seay (Liberty and Truth Ministries) and Pastor Robert Bell (Life Church Milwaukee) for a powerful conversation on spiritual healing, forgiveness, and restorative justice through the lens of the “I Dare You to Heal” movement. Pastor Robert shares a raw, personal journey from childhood trauma, gang involvement, and years in and out of incarceration to a life-transforming moment of surrender, identity, and purpose. Together, the guests unpack what it truly means to “cancel the debt” of unforgiveness, why forgiveness is often an act of faith (not feelings), and how healing can move from personal restoration to city-wide change. Listeners are invited to take the I Dare You to Heal pledge, starting with the personal pledge and expanding into their profession and community role because when we choose healing, our city moves and hope comes alive. Key takeaways • Healing starts with a choice to stand for unity, compassion, and change. • Faith communities can be “safe places” when they become trauma-informed and action-oriented. • Forgiveness is canceling the debt and it frees the person holding the pain, even if the other person never owns it. • Forgiveness isn’t always emotional often it’s faith and obedience, not a feeling. • Restorative justice is accountability with restoration, transforming both the harmed person and the one who caused harm. • Healed people become healers, and the movement can spark real change in Milwaukee especially when it reaches and restores men. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and take the pledge because healing isn’t just personal, it’s powerful. [00:03:16] The pledge explained: 9 categories + “start with the personal pledge” [00:08:41] Pastor Robert’s turning point: first incarceration at 14 + the road of anger and survival [00:14:30] I’ve been your father the whole time” (breakthrough moment of healing and identity) [00:18:34] Public forgiveness with his mom at graduation + the “power of forgiveness” hits the room Take the pledge here. https://the411live.org/i-dare-you-to-heal/ Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and leave a review. Follow, like, subscribe and watch us on our social media platforms. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live Instagram: a...

    33 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    S11 Ep 5 - I Dare You to Heal: A Healing Movement that Transforms Communities

    In this powerful episode of The 411 Live, Executive Director LaShondra Scott is joined by Beverly Taylor to unpack the heart and purpose behind the I Dare You to Heal movement, a bold call to action rooted in love, courage, restoration, and collective responsibility. Born from LaShondra’s lived experiences and her work alongside survivors of trauma, this movement challenges individuals and institutions alike to recognize that healing is not optional, it is essential. From mental health and self-love to restorative justice and community accountability, the conversation explores how unhealed wounds shape behaviors, relationships, and systems. You learn how healing ourselves is the first step toward healing our communities. Listeners will hear why self-care is not selfish, how trauma-informed approaches can prevent re-harm, and why every sector, faith leaders, educators, athletes, business owners, law enforcement, and everyday people has a role to play. The episode also highlights upcoming initiatives, including a holistic basketball showcase designed to develop the whole athlete on and off the court. This episode is more than a discussion, it’s an invitation to take the pledge, tend to your own wounds, and help create a culture where compassion replaces conflict and unity replaces division. “With love as my compass and healing as my work, I commit my hands, my heart, and my hope to building a world where no one stands outside the circle.” I Dare You To Heal! Key TakeawaysHealing is a choice: Transformation begins when individuals and communities intentionally choose compassion, unity, and growth.Self-healing fuels community healing: Addressing personal wounds is foundational to breaking cycles of trauma and harm.Mental health matters: Trauma-informed care and awareness are critical to preventing re-traumatization and fostering real change.Love, courage, and restoration are actionable: These principles show up in daily interactions, accountability, and how we engage across differences.Healing is collective work: Every sector of society has a responsibility—and a unique role—in creating healthier, more resilient communities.The pledge is a commitment: I Dare You to Heal is not just a slogan, but a personal and communal promise to do the inner work.Whole-person development matters: Whether in sports or life, addressing emotional, mental, and spiritual health leads to stronger teamwork and leadership.Understanding triggers leads to unity: Recognizing the root of conflict opens the door to empathy, restoration, and connection. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and take the pledge—because healing isn’t just personal, it’s powerful. [00:03:12] Human trafficking awareness and healing. [00:06:18] Interviewing trauma survivors responsibly. [00:10:35] I Dare You to Heal. [00:14:59] Personal pledge for healing. [00:19:19] Healing through personal trauma. [00:25:15] Healing starts with love. [00:27:42] Business pledge and community impact. Click Here to Donate: a...

    30 min

  3. 12/02/2025

    S11 Ep 4 - Surviving, Healing, Rising: The Transformation of Zeyah Young

    From growing up in what once felt like a perfect family, to navigating trauma, family dysfunction, substance abuse, teen motherhood, violence, and life-altering health challenges, Zeyah’s journey is both heartbreaking and deeply inspiring. Through every obstacle, she found strength, purpose, and a calling to help others heal. Today, Zeyah is turning her lived experiences into leadership. As a volunteer at Froedtert Hospital and a future mental health provider, she is committed to supporting those who feel unseen, unheard, or alone because she’s lived it, survived it, and risen above it. This episode is a testimony to the power of perseverance, faith, community, and the human spirit’s ability to rebuild after devastation. Key Takeaways • The impact of childhood trauma and family breakdown and how early adversity shapes resilience. • How taking on adult responsibilities as a child shaped Zeyah’s leadership and empathy. • The dangers of unhealed trauma, including how it influences decision-making, relationships, and identity. • Why forgiveness can be an act of strength, as seen in her response to surviving an armed carjacking. • Navigating health crises, including her brain tumor diagnosis, surgery, isolation during the pandemic, and emotional recovery. • The importance of mental health support and breaking cultural stigmas, especially in the African-American community. • How community service and giving back became part of her healing journey. • Zeyah’s mission to become a social worker and launch Mrs. Z’s Prenatal Care, LLC to support families and improve mental health outcomes. Why This Episode Matters Zeyah’s story is more than survival, it’s about transformation. Her courage to confront trauma, seek healing, and help others makes this one of the most inspiring conversations on The 411 Live. If you’ve ever faced hardship, felt unseen, or struggled to find your purpose, this episode will speak to your soul. "I Dare You to Heal" is a movement of love, courage, and restoration because healing is the resolution and love is the language. In a world often marked by division and pain, this pledge calls us to choose compassion over conflict, justice over judgment, and self-care as the foundation for collective healing. I Dare YOU To Heal!! Take the Pledge at https://the411live.org/i-dare-you-to-heal #the411live #idareyoutoheal Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and leave a review. Follow, like, subscribe and watch us on our social media platforms. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live Twitter: a...

    30 min

  4. 11/04/2025

    S11 Ep 3 - When the Church Leaves the Building to Serve the Community

    What does it mean for the church to truly serve its community beyond Sunday mornings? Host Beverly Taylor sits down with Pastor Darryl Seay of Liberty and Truth Ministries and Pastor Kurt Owens of UFlourish Church to talk about the power of boots-on-the-ground ministry, racial unity in the church, and faith that transforms neighborhoods. From stories of grassroots community transformation to lessons on radical faith and collaboration across cultural lines, this episode challenges every believer to rethink what “church” really means. Watch to learn: • Why Jesus’ ministry happened mostly outside the temple • How the church can meet real needs instead of assumptions • What true community partnership looks like • Why diversity in worship reflects heaven on earth • The one thing every church can do this week to make an impact Key Takeaways: • The Church is a movement, not a building. • Real transformation begins with listening, not preaching. • Unity across races and denominations shows the true Kingdom of God. • Faith isn’t radical until it leaves the pews. • Every person in the community has something to contribute. Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and leave a review. Follow, like, subscribe and watch us on our social media platforms. YouTube:   https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009 iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/ Spotify: a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a"

    30 min

  5. 10/21/2025

    S11 Ep 2 - Reentry Starts on Day One: A New Approach to Successful Reintegration

    In this powerful episode of The 411 Live Podcast, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Adam Procell and Shannon Ross to explore the reentry process for formerly incarcerated individuals and why early preparation is key to successful reintegration. Adam and Shannon share their personal journeys from incarceration to leadership, revealing how starting reentry planning on day one of incarceration can break cycles of recidivism, build stronger communities, and redefine how society views those with a criminal record. Key Topics Covered: • Why reentry preparation should begin the moment someone enters the prison system. • How early planning creates long-term goals, skills, and strong support networks. • Breaking down negative narratives surrounding formerly incarcerated individuals. • The critical role of mentorship, community support, and collaboration. • How the Paradigm Shift initiative is creating real change. Adam and Shannon challenge outdated systems, shine a light on the power of redemption, and prove that transformation is possible. This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about criminal justice reform, community healing, and social impact. [00:02:07] Turning pain to purpose. [00:04:49] Reentry process in prison. [00:09:25] Reentry preparation for inmates. [00:15:31] Correcting the narrative of incarceration. [00:17:17] Narrative around formerly incarcerated people. [00:21:09] Storytelling dinners and community engagement. [00:25:05] Employment challenges for the incarcerated. [00:27:01] Importance of relationships in re-entry. #The411Live #Podcast #AdamPurcell #ShannonRoss #CommunityWellness #Reentry #CriminalJusticeReform #SecondChances #Redemption #ParadigmShift #SocialImpact #Inspiration #Transformation #Reintegration #Milwaukee Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our...

    30 min

  6. 10/14/2025

    S11 Ep 1 - How Adam Procell’s Past Shapes His Role in Community Wellness: "Redefining Qualifications to Lead"

    How Adam Procell’s Past Shapes His Role in Community Wellness: "Redefining Qualifications to Lead" In this powerful episode of The 411 Live Podcast, Beverly sits down with Adam Procell as he shares how his painful past became the foundation for his purpose. Once sentenced to life in prison at just 15 years old, Adam now leads Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety turning tragedy into a platform for transformation. Adam opens up about the pivotal moments that changed the trajectory of his life, the hard-earned lessons that shaped his leadership, and why lived experience can be one of the strongest qualifications to make real change. Key Takeaways for Viewers & Listeners: • How personal pain and lived experience can fuel leadership and community impact. • The importance of breaking down silos and building partnerships to create safer, healthier communities. • How true transformation requires accountability, courage, and a vision bigger than yourself. • A new perspective on what it means to be “qualified” to lead and how redemption can become a powerful tool for change. [00:00:27] Grief and resiliency. [00:05:09] Mental health challenges. [00:08:02] Grieving and ministering during loss. [00:14:32] Dealing with loss and guilt. [00:17:10] Coping with loss and grief. [00:21:18] Physical challenges during the pandemic. [00:24:41] Self-care at the spa. [00:29:02] Heart to Heart Compassionate Widows Circle. [00:32:09] Ministry for widows and support. What You’ll Learn: Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how second chances can ripple out into entire communities, how real leadership often comes from unlikely places, and how collaborative, compassionate approaches can reshape systems from the inside out. Tune in and be inspired to see leadership and possibility in a whole new way. #The411Live #AdamProcell #CommunityWellness #Redemption #Leadership #Transformation #Podcast #Milwaukee #Inspiration #SecondChances #BreakingCycles #RealChange Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and leave a review....

    31 min

  7. 06/18/2025

    S10 Ep 12 - Transforming the Motorcycle Culture with Biker Fest MKE

    In this episode, host Beverly Taylor talks with Venisha Simpson, founder of Bikerfest MKE, about her mission to transform motorcycle culture by promoting diversity, youth engagement, and safety awareness. As a Black female rider, Venisha saw firsthand the lack of representation and launched Bikerfest to change that. Through STEM education, youth racing programs, and community events, she’s building a more inclusive and empowering space for riders of all backgrounds. What You’ll Learn: • Why Cross-cultural engagement matter in the motorcycle culture • How Biker Fest MKE uses STEM + motorcycles to educate youth • Ways Venisha is creating safe, welcoming spaces for riders of color and women • How motorcycle events can build stronger communities Key Takeaways: • Representation fuels change especially in historically exclusive spaces • STEM programs like Smart Tech and Sliders Racing are teaching kids real-world skills • Community events are powerful tools for connection and awareness • Venisha is paving the way for the next generation of builders, riders, and leaders Listen now to see how motorcycles are driving transformation, freedom, and community thanks to the visionary work of Venisha Simpson. [00:02:05] Diversity in motorcycle culture. [00:05:52] Intergenerational motorcycle community. [00:10:43] Motorcycle engineering education program. [00:14:15] Inclusivity in motorcycle culture. [00:20:31] Bridging motorcycle culture generations. [00:24:26] Motorcycle education and awareness. [00:27:49] Super Camp for young racers. Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and leave a review. Follow, like, subscribe and watch us on our social media platforms. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009 iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529 If you have suggestions for future episodes, go to our website, https://the411live.org

    30 min

  8. 06/03/2025

    S10 Ep 11 - Justice and Inclusion Under Fire: What’s Next for DEI?

    In this timely and powerful episode, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Dr. Latish Reed to explore the shifting landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) from 2020 to 2025. Once embraced as a movement for justice and inclusion, DEI now faces growing backlash and misinformation. Dr. Reed breaks down what’s changed, why organizations are retreating from their commitments, and how her “Shades of Gray” framework helps individuals and institutions reflect on their true impact. Together, they discuss how to move beyond performative gestures and recommit to meaningful action—because justice and inclusion should never go out of style. Key Topics & Takeaways: The Rise and Decline of DEI (2020–2025): Following George Floyd’s murder, organizations rapidly embraced DEI—hiring Chief Diversity Officers, issuing statements, and investing in equity work. In 2025, many of those same institutions are retracting those efforts, removing DEI language and cutting roles, amid political and public backlash. Understanding the Backlash: Dr. Reed explains that performative actions (empty statements without structural change) bred public skepticism. Misinformation and oversimplification have led some to misunderstand DEI’s true purpose—fueling calls for its elimination. The Complexities of Equity & The “Shades of Gray” Framework: Dr. Reed introduces her powerful framework to help organizations assess their true commitment to equity: White Phase: Total avoidance or deferral of action.Light Gray Phase: Performative but superficial engagement (e.g., public statements without policy).Dark Gray Phase: Tangible progress through policy, accountability, and leadership.Black Phase: Deep, systemic change rooted in justice and long-term vision.The ICE-T Framework for Advocacy: To truly drive equity, individuals and organizations must consider their: Identity | Context | Experience | Timing | Equity Beyond Race | Accountability is Non-Negotiable: Dr. Reed emphasizes that “your actions must match your words.” Real progress requires: Written policiesClear metricsLong-term trackingTransparent leadership Final Thoughts: While the language of DEI may be shifting, the mission of justice remains critical. Dr. Latish Reed calls on leaders and advocates not to retreat but to recommit. Whether or not DEI is trending, the work of creating inclusive, equitable systems must continue with honesty, courage, and care. Resource Mentioned: The Complexities of Equity: Navigating Shades of Gray in Schools and Organizations by Dr. Latish Reed 🎧 Available Now on All Major Podcast Platforms – Tune in to The 411 Live with Beverly Taylor If you have suggestions for future episodes, go to our website, https://the411live.org

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The 411 Live podcast is a platform where you can learn about issues that impact your community, state and the world. It is designed to eduate and help people in the community better themselves by giving them inspiration, hope, education and direction that will motivate them to better their lives and their community as a whole. It is comprised of interviews and a wide range of information on various topics like health, schools, social issues, history, economics, real life stories, and justice.

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  • Creator
    The 411 Live
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    168
  • Rating
    Clean
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