Culture And Conversations

At the end of my podcast with my friend James, we talk about podcasting, The Joe Budden Podcast and changes to digital streaming platforms.  This was a great conversation.Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Every now and then I get the microphone turned on me and I am interviewed.  On this episode I get interviewed by Walker Neer of The Walkshow.  Walker and I talk about podcasting, my background and just lessons from our life experiences.  You can listen to Walker's version of the episode at the link in the show notes:Walker's complete episodeThe Walkshow WebsiteSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Pizza has always been a favorite food of mine so I was excited when I discovered Antico.  On this episode I share a review from my experiences eating Neapolitan-style pizza.Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In a rather transparent and honest episode I share some of the details around why I elected for therapy following my divorce.  I also talk about how my dating philosophy changed after my divorce and how it helped me find validation from within myself instead of from external sources.Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In this episode I share another episode of my YouTube show called "The Sit-Down" in which I catch up with an old buddy from Georgia Southern University, James Hammond of Ikon Filmworks.  James shares his story of becoming a videographer and how he started his own business around his passion.Video of Episode 6 of The Sit-DownIkon FilmworksCulture and Conversations on YouTubeSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

I've been a contractor for over three years and wanted to celebrate so I made a date and took her to Morton's The Steakhouse in downtown Atlanta, GA.  A meal fit for a king and a queen, we both enjoyed a #SteakDinner for two.  Listen to find out what I rated Morton's on this episode of Small Bites.Morton's Atlanta WebsiteSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

When challenged to suggest a great seafood experience in Atlanta, I responded by inviting a date to Kyma.  Located in the Buckhead restaurant district, Kyma is a high-end seafood restaurant pretending to be simply a Greek restaurant.  Listen to find out how many "bites" I rated Kyma.Kyma's WebsiteSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Tyler Shorter returns to the podcast to talk with me about which fast food restaurant is the best!  We have a tournament featuring our favorite places such as Taco Bell, Chick-fil-a and McDonald's.  The bracket is the artwork for this episode so you can follow along!Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Noelle Singleton of Afro Swimmers stops by to share her love of swimming and what she has learned from her time "in the water."  I also take a moment to love on you guys, the listeners, as I share some of the amazing things I've experienced so far as a podcaster.  I also give a brief reflection about Podfest 2019 and thank my first financial supporter Jesus Furqan for encouraging me.Show Links:Noelle Singleton on InstagramAfroSwimmers on Instagram#AfroSwimmers on Instagram#AfroSwimmers on TwitterAshlee Stewart on InstagramSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In this episode I share my joy gardening and some life-changing insights gardening provided me after my divorce.  I also give some simple tips about starting a small garden and how it can impact your life in an amazing way.The Rusted Garden on YouTubeSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Hey guys!  I'm traveling this week to Podfest Multimedia Expo 2019!!!  I will be recording and streaming episodes over the next couple of days so please make sure you are have followed the show on Facebook and Instagram!  We will be back to our regular schedule next week.Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Neil Sambol stops by in this introductory episode into my series of shows about gardening.  Neil and I give out some tips for starting a garden as well as discuss some philosophies around organic gardening.  To support the show via a CashApp donation: $SmallwoodMediaCompanion Planting BookFour Season Gardening BookNew Organic Grower BookSquare Foot Gardening BookWest Coast SeedsSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In this episode I chat with my friend Torrence "Ray" Simmons about his work as a professional sports referee.  This episode is the audio from my YouTube show called "The Sit-Down."  The links to the channel and the episode are provided below.The Sit-Down Episode 3Culture and Conversations on YouTubeSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In this episode of Small Bites, I share some proven tips for making a solid impression on Valentine's Day.  Also I share a Small Talk episode with Noelle who will be appearing on Culture and Conversations later this year.  Noelle shares some interesting perspectives on dating, marriage, hair and Valentine's Day that made for a great bonus conversation.Publix Aprons Recipes WebsiteCandle Lit Dinner IdeasSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

Continuing my conversations about dating and relationships leading up to Valentine's Day, Jeffery Miller of "Let's Talk About It" stops by to share his relationship advice and dating perspectives with us.  Also I announce that you can now donate to help support Culture and Conversations via CashApp: $SmallwoodMediaJeffery on InstagramSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In another episode about dating and relationships I speak with Marquita Johnson of Millennial Dating Coach who shares her perspectives and insights on the challenges we face in forming new relationships during dating.Millennial Dating Coach on FacebookSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In this hilarious installment of Small Talk, Kimberly Isis from episodes 2 and 49 and Small Talk Vol. 7 and 8 returns to help tell the story of her first speed dating adventure.  I swore I would never speed date again but I tagged along to provide Isis with some much need emotional support, alcohol, laughs and conversation.Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In this hilarious episode of Small Talk, my friend Monique talks about her resolution to a first date with "Mr. K." gone bad.Support:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

I chat with Elysia Douglas from episode 33 about her work as a doula helping women birth healthy babies.  I also give my thoughts about R. Kelly and the Lifetime docuseries "Surviving R. Kelly" that has been discussed all over social media.Mother 2 Mother Labor Support Services WebsiteMother 2 Mother Labor Support Services On FacebookSupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show

In the first episode of 2019, Rhonda Khan of Simply Speech Solutions stops by to share her work as a speech pathologist.  Rhonda also reveals her acting pursuits while discussing her one-woman show "Food."  I also give some important updates about the podcast including the content release schedule for the Culture and Conversations Facebook page.  If you haven't already please like the page and turn on notifications.  Thanks!Simply Speech Solutions OnlineRhonda's WebsiteIt's Simply Speech on InstagramFood The PlaySupport:  Consider making a donation via $SmallwoodMedia on CashApp.  A donation of $25 keeps Culture and Conversations alive for an entire month!  Thanks again for empowering AND being part of the conversation!Merchandise is here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmallwoodMedia  All proceeds go to help make the show better!Support the show