A podcast to increase our knowledge on ways to engage each other on all socially conscious topics to empower one another by discussing on issues through diverse perspectives.
In this episode Martin tackles his long time battle with his mental health and seeking a therapist. He shares his life lessons on dealing with depression, anxiety, imposter syndrome, & post traumatic stress syndrome. His story telling will make you feel empowered and motivated. This episode is impactful and authentic. Take a listen and enjoy. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
24 Dec 2021TRANSCRIPT
Heal Thy Hustle
In this episode Martin was able to interview the good brother Ras Asan about his upcoming self published book "Heal Thy Hustle" that has coined the phrase, "Balance Your Wellness & Your Bag". In the episode Ras talks about how the book was created for all people to have basic formulas that can increase our quality of life through the practices of exercising, eating healthy, and understanding the basics of herbal medicine. Take a listen and enjoy. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
To get in contact with Ras Asan
Website to purchase Ras's book: www.healergang.com
Instagram: Ras Asan/ godbreaux
Ras Startup: www.breauxcaptial.com
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merchandise. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
6 Oct 2021TRANSCRIPT
Sundown Towns Terror
In this episode Martin takes a deep dive in the ugly history of this country to peel back the horror of Sundown Towns and how they purposely terrorized African Africans for decades. The discussion paves out how acts of violence were committed against black women, children, and men as they traveled through towns that didn't allow black people to stop for food, gas, or for rest after 5pm or when the sun was down. Take a listen and enjoy. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
4 Oct 2021
Let Go and Live Life
In this episode Martin brings up the life hack, which is the art of LETTING GO. The conversation is driven behind giving the listeners a reminder that there's wisdom in letting go of certain things in your life. That the process of elimination is essential to help with our happiness and self worth. The episode also dives into understanding the pros and cons of letting go and not living in the past. Take a listen and enjoy. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
30 Jun 2021
Perspective and Perception on Life
In this episode Martin discusses how our own thinking can be skewed and flawed if we don't have a sound understanding of our own perception on life and how our perspective can be shaped by our thoughts. This episode unpacks thinking traps, it helps us to deal with the past, and understanding our present moment to have gratitude for living. Take a listen and enjoy. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
21 Feb 2021
Patience is a Virtue
In this episode Martin catches his listeners up on what's new in his life as he talks about some random thoughts. Martin lays out his perspective on having patience when you're chasing your dreams & he also talks about his upcoming self published memoir titled The Last to Finish and some pushback he received as he wrote it. This episode is impactful and authentic. Take a listen and enjoy. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
1 Jul 2020
How to Protect Black Wellness
In this episode Martin takes a break from riots and fight for justice to give us some homework. This homework is to take his recommendations of how he finds & protects his black wellness. Take a listen & have your notebook & pen accessible as Marty drops us with gems to improve our mental state emotionally & physically. Strap in and enjoy this episode. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
14 Jun 2020
Gaining Knowledge of Self to have 2nd Chances
In this episode Martin sits down and talks with Asean Malik Bey and discuss how we can have second chances in life by learning about the sciences of Moorish Science, Islam, NGE 120 Lessons and History. Asean is a Program Director of a Non-Profit Organization to bring upliftment and awareness to youth. He's also a representative of THE MOORISH SCIENCE TEMPLE OF AMERICA (STYLED AS THE NOBLE TEMPLES). In the episode Asean gives us insight on how he was able to learn discipline from the Gang Culture and how he was able to apply those principles to learn the history of past leaders, which inspired him to learn the 120 lessons from the Nation of Gods & Earths. The lessons then brought him into the teachings of Noble Drew Ali. During the conversation Asean pays homage to his leadership for giving him a second chance to learn Nationality & the Divine Plan that was set by Prophet Noble Drew Ali. So sit back and strap in and learn more about second chances in this episode. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
8 Jun 2020
Finding Liberation In Life
In this episode Martin brings on Kai Kelly who is a Creative, Writer, Visionary, and Author. Kai brings a strong presence as she boldly discuss the struggles in the world and how she has been able to learn from the past to have a progressive future. As the episode unfolds Martin and Kai gives out some tricks of the trade to outthink oppression and how we can utilize positive thinking as a tool to dismantle racism as our country continues to mourn and demand justice. Kai Kelly POC Email: bookingkaikelly@gmail.com Instagram: author_kai_kelly Book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Kai-Kiana-D-Kelly/dp/1720317186/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1548810067&sr=8-1&keywords=love+kai Book: https://www.amazon.com/its-All-Blur-feat-Kelly/dp/B07YWFJ2G9 Published Article: https://bornbrownallrightsreserved.kinja.com/anguish-of-a-mother-of-boys-in-2020-1843607078
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
5 Jun 2020
Justice for George Floyd
In this episode Martin dives in the current climate of our country as we all mourn over the death of George Floyd. This episode dissects the long history of racism in our country, the long history of riots, and how we can use simple steps to jump this barrier of racism in the world. This episode is also in honor of every African American that has been racially profiled, detained, lynched, sentenced, and killed in hands of cops and anyone with a racist intent. Strap in and enjoy this episode. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
23 Apr 2020
Finding Purpose Through the Power of Words
In this Episode Martin interviews Poet and Author ibenaGod. ibenaGod is a St. Louis native who has a solid foundation in Spoken Work Poetry & as a author as he has self published his own book. This episode is packed with substance that gives you a tour of the city of St. Louis as the two discuss how tough the city can be and how being resilient is important to transform negative energy into positive energy. They both share thoughts about writing and highlights its importance to honor the wisdom of the culture of black people in the city of St. Louis. Sit back & enjoy this episode!
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.Point of Contact of ibenaGod
Book "St. Louis Blues A Novel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/179190548X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bGsOEbAPG5J7C
Youtube Page: http://youtube.com/channel/UCH_q2RBaAYBFvSKUf26h8_w
Blog: https://meccaofmelanin.blogspot.com/?m=1
Instagram: https://instagram.com/ibenagod?igshid=1sayxkhqqkoz2
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/devaughn.reece
19 Apr 2020
Overcoming Adversity & Finding Purpose
This episode opens the lens of belief and having the strength to overcome adversity. Martin interviews Author Larry Smith III who is the author of 2 books, The Power of Achievement and The Other Side of Ecstasy. The episode unpacks the steps to become a self published author as Larry provides some vital steps to manifest your dreams. They also talk about literacy in the school systems and how African Americans are disproportionately under the national average. Larry also gives us some insight on how he was able to climb out of his moments of despair by writing and finding Islam. Enjoy the episode & be sure to subscribe, like, and share the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
Larry Smith III POC Information
Website: www.authorlarrysmithbooks.com
Email: discoveryglobe35@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100013528146116
Instagram: https://instagram.com/authorlarrysmith?igshid=9zii86h0oeyc
Books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1087816858/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_L8-Meb6HZYVHP
7 Apr 2020
Urban Living with no Equity
In this episode Martin explores the city of St. Louis and how there is a lack of leadership to address how urban communities are underserved when it comes to equity for people of color. The episode is packed with useful information to connect the dots about equity to improve the lives of all citizens. Martin is able to cast a wide net to discuss public policies for the local government, environmental racism, and solutions to combat this long history of disparity. So strap in and enjoy the episode and be sure to subscribe, like, and share the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
23 Mar 2020
Code Switching
In this episode I jump down the rabbit hole to discuss "code switching" and what it's like in the workplace and our society. In this episode I share my insight on the plight of code switching and how it shapes us as human beings. I also dive into the realm of how code switching has swayed into our media outlets & the music and movies we listen to and watch. To close out the episode I share 5 reason on why we code switch in today's time. Enjoy the episode and be sure to subscribe and share the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
7 Jan 2020
Pass the Baton
In this episode we tackle the tough subject matter of "passing the baton" in today's society. During this episode we touch on five principles of what it takes to pass on knowledge to others and we also discuss the attributes of how you can help others carry on the legacy of sharing knowledge and wisdom. Enjoy the episode and be sure to subscribe and share the podcast.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
7 Jan 2020
Are You an Agent of Change
In this episode we define what agents of change are and simple principles you can utilize to combat the fear of change and to cultivate the growth and development of yourself and the people around you. I also explain how you can provide influence which is seldom discussed in our society. Tune in to hear Martin discuss the benefits of creating change and how it can impact and create an active community. Enjoy!
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
7 Jan 2020
The War on the Hood
This episode explores the causes that led to education reform, criminal justice, trauma, and school to prison pipeline. In it, I trace the roots of the history of segregated schools, exploring trauma from social norms within urban communities, & national movement that can help create change and justice in this divided system.
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
7 Jan 2020
Goal Setting & Vision Boards
In this episode we tackle goal setting and how vision boards can help you do it and to simplify it for you. We also talk about the lessons around positive thinking to help you maintain your focus and willpower to stay motivated. Do you wish to be successful, happier, have a positive attitude, and just become more of who you should be. Then tap in and take a listen to this podcast. If you're keen on expanding your knowledge to make a change in your society. Then this is the podcast for you as we discuss issues around social justice, mental health, masculinity, and equality. Subscribe and enjoy each episode!
Website: www.martinjali.com to purchase my self published book and merch. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a bookstore in the city of St. Louis to teach literacy to boys and girls.
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Therapy is for everyone
Published 2 Feb 2023 · Transcript excerpt
[…] But what imposter syndrome does, it makes you feel like you're fraud. It makes you feel like, you know, you're not worthy of what you have accomplished. You're not worthy from all the hard work and dedication that you have put in. Again, like I've been saying, man, these, these feelings aren't the facts. Yes, they're how you feel, but they are not the facts. And this is what mental health does for you. This is what going to therapy does for you. It helps you understand your mental health. It helps you understand that it's a, it's a false reality. Yes, it can be something that happened to you, but it's only a feeling. […]
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