December 26er Podcast

Gregg Bishop (Episode 20)returns to the podcast to discuss coping with the stress of the pandemic while serving in NYC government, making the decision to move to the private sector, and maintaining the kind of network that led him to his dream job.

In this installment of "The Check-In," Managing partner of SMP Global Consultants and Senior Campaign Advisor, Samuel Pierre discusses growing his consulting business during the pandemic, celebrating the small wins as a political strategist, and creating space for vulnerability and self care especially during difficult seasons.

In the latest installment of "The Check-In," CEO of Onramp Invest and Founder of 401, Tyrone Ross Jr. (Episode 30)discusses charting a new course after appearing on our most popular episode to date, relocating to the West Coast to lead a digital investment startup, and fulfilling his purpose to empower young people with financial literacy.

In this installment of "The Check-In," author and certified life coach, Al Hardy (Episode 70) discusses publishing his new book, fostering community through his professional work, and developing a healthy romantic relationship during the pandemic.

In the premiere episode of December 26er's limited series, "The Check-In," Founder and CEO of The Gentlemen's Factory, Jeff Lindor returns to the show to discuss how he's doubled down on building community and growing his company during the pandemic.

Activist and Chief Operating Officer of Community Coalition, Corey Matthews discusses growing up in South Central Los Angeles, embarking on a nonlinear career path after obtaining two degrees from UCLA, and discovering the value in long-term stability both professionally and personally.

In Part 2 of this interview, executive coach, actor, director and filmmaker, Dr. Karen Baptiste discusses how existing education policies are designed to funnel children of color and children with special needs into the criminal justice system, and how she's manifesting her vision for her documentary, From Preschool to Prison.

Executive coach, director and filmmaker, Dr. Karen Baptiste discusses changing her college major five times before finding her niche, landing her first job in television without having to apply or interview, leaving the industry to become an educator and advocate, and laying the groundwork for her first documentary - From Preschool to Prison.

Host Delisha and Producer Damarcus discuss the tragic loss of their father and managing the complexities of trauma and grief.

In part 2 of this interview, singer, composer and pianist, Avery Sunshine discusses finding moments of stillness during quarantine, reconciling who she is professionally with her role as a wife and mother, and removing the barriers that prevent deep human connection.

In part 1 of this interview, singer, composer, and pianist, Avery*Sunshine discusses growing up in a blended family in Chester, Pennsylvania, navigating predominantly White spaces both in childhood and in her career, and taking stock of how she shows up in the world as a Black woman, mother, wife, and boss.

In Part 2 of this interview, CNN Digital Producer, Demetrius Pipkin discusses increasing his salary and purchasing a New York apartment while still in his twenties, landing his current position at CNN, getting engaged and relocating during the pandemic, and coping with current events while working as a journalist.

In Part 1 of this interview, CNN Digital Producer, Demetrius Pipkin discusses landing his first job at a Las Vegas television station while still in high school, opting to attend Arizona State University despite already having a foot in the door in his hometown, and transitioning from his role as a production secretary at CBS to Producer and Reporter for Channel One News.

Senior Financial Analyst, blogger, and co-founder of Prauper, William York III discusses relocating to Houston after Hurricane Katrina, balancing fatherhood and college, and building a multifaceted brand outside of his career in the energy sector.

Visionary, culture expert and Lead Creative Strategist at Paper Magazine, Courtney Richardson discusses working with such top brands and personalities as Nike, HBO and Lena Waithe, cashing in her 401K to launch her own business, providing a platform for Black culture both as an employee and entrepreneur, and amplifying the cultural currency of Black and Brown female voices through her company, DO IT FOR THE BRAND.

Salesforce Professional and Project/Product Manager at a well-known audio streaming company, Scott Davis discusses leaving Harlem to pursue his undergraduate studies at the University of Miami, withdrawing from law school after one semester and building a new professional path, and preparing for the life and career he has today before it became a reality.

Hosts of the Faith Grind Inspire Podcast, Jean Alerte and Colbert Saint-Laurent join Delisha and Damarcus to share reflections on 2020 and expectations for the new year.

In part 2 of this interview, Community Builder, Host, and Founder of Family Dinner Foundation, Lawrence Adjah discusses responding to the call to ministry, overcoming heartbreak, and having faith for the provision to walk in his purpose.

Community Builder, Host, and Founder of Family Dinner Foundation, Lawrence Adjah discusses growing up with positive examples of entrepreneurship and human connection, reframing his identity as a result of disappointment and loss, and discovering the call to help others establish and strengthen their most important relationships.

Host Delisha and Producer Damarcus discuss pulling off a successful thanksgiving drive, surviving the grieving process while in social isolation, and looking ahead to 2021.