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It's time to embrace yours... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show     Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2022 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Another mass shooting. Another SCHOOL shooting. Another list of innocent lives lost.

For too many people, God is more of an employer than a father. The question is, how do you REALLY see Him? The answer might not be as obvious as we think... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

You ever get to a place where you feel like you don't even know HOW to pray or--better yet--even WANT to pray?... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Bible is full of examples of people who said things to God that, if we said them in 2021, people would be clutching their pearls over. But, the fact of the matter is that God cares more about WHAT you're saying than HOW you're saying it...so why not be real with Him? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

There’s no such thing as an “unimportant” person. You might not have a “name”, but you absolutely have a story. You’re needed…  Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show      Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Whenever something becomes more draining than sustaining, it's time to let it go... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show   Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Two days ago, Simone Biles (the greatest gymnast of all time) stepped away from something she's been training and preparing for all of her life. Why? Because she prioritized her health over our expectations. Why aren't we willing to do the same? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Support the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Rejection is real, but it doesn't have to define you...  Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony   Support the Show             Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Hey, you're doing a little better than you probably realize; so, I just need to you to step back and stop putting so much unnecessary pressure on yourself. Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show          Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Did I get that quote that right? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show            Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In part 3 of our June series on "manhood", listen in as Anthony talks about whether or not daddy should be doing the work that's typically been reserved for mama for generations... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show            Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Some say, "men aren't supposed to cry"; others say, "if more men did, society would be in a better place". Who's right? In part 2 of this series, Anthony talks men and emotions--two things a lot of people still don't believe should mix (*heavy sigh*)... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show          Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

What's understood shouldn't have to be explained, unless we aren't doing it right...Listen in as Anthony dives into a new series geared towards "manhood" and tries to shed some light on what being a man is really about! (FYI: This series is good for everybody!) Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show          Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Stop trying to prove people WRONG who will never see you as RIGHT... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show        Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Your "what ifs" should never be louder than your "I dids". Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show      Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Yeah, you're strong and you've endured a lot, but sometimes you just gotta realize you can't do it all by yourself... Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show    Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Why do we keep waiting on the moment instead of making the moment? Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Support the Show  Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In this series finale, Anthony steps in it...or does he? Listen in and see if he makes sense by saying that marriage doesn't make sense!  SHOW NOTES:  Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Contribute to the Show       Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Last week you heard from the husbands...this week, the wives got something to say!  SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Get Anthony's book, RelationTIPS for 20% off this month! Contribute to the Show  Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In this 2nd part of the "Love Is..." series, Anthony talks with three friends (David Dada, Cam Davenport, and Augustus Sharpe) as they discuss the ins & outs of marriage, and what being a husband is all about. A good, honest conversation you don't wanna miss!  SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Get Anthony's book, RelationTIPS for 20% off this month! Contribute to the Show      Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

If you want to be married, quit treating everybody you date as a potential spouse. This month is all about love, so let's have some real conversations about it! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Get Anthony's book, RelationTIPS for 20% off this month! Contribute to the Show    Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Sometimes, the urge you get to "take the leap" is so strong, that NOT doing it is almost unthinkable. In the finale episode of our "Take the Leap!" series, Anthony talks to Sabrina Ransom (My Fork in the Road) & Ezekial Morgan ("The ID Architect") about why taking the leap was something they absolutely HAD. TO. DO! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Contribute to the Show  Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

It's a crazy feeling to go to work in the morning and be unemployed by the afternoon. In part 2 of our "Take the Leap!" series, Anthony talks to Attorney Katrina Brown & Master Trainer Ashley Nichole about moving from a place of complete inconvenience to absolute inspiration!  SHOW NOTES:  Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Contribute to the Show     Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

There's no time like the present! If you've been holding off on doing something because of fear, uncertainty, or just because it might seem a little crazy, it's time for you to take the leap! Listen in as Anthony kicks off this series with Part 1, "Are You CRAZY", as he talks with two people (Quentin Carter & Dr. Alicia Egolum) who left lucrative careers to pursue dreams! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show    Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

After the 2020 we just experienced, Anthony has a simple message for 2021...BE BETTER! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show  Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2021 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The title says it all.  SHOW NOTES:  Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony  Contribute to the Show  Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Some stuff you just can't "pray away".  Listen in as Anthony interviews three faith-filled individuals (Larissa Lee, Tim Fall, & Robert Monson) about how to deal when your FEELINGS don't respond to your FAITH.  Show Notes:  Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony  Send a One-Time Contribution to the Show  Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In this series, listen as Anthony interviews a collection of dynamic thinkers as they explore the state and place of God in America. In part 2, he talks with three people (a black minister who experienced spiritual abuse in the Southern Baptist church; a lesbian Christian who was told she "was going to hell and there was nothing she could do about it"; and a pastor's wife who was run out of the church her husband pastored) as they discuss being marginalized and ostracized from the place that should've been a place of refuge, by people who were more condemning than caring. Special thanks to Kyle J. Howard, Bridget Rivera, & "Charli" for their insight, perspective, and wisdom! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show     Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In this series, listen as Anthony interviews a collection of dynamic thinkers as they explore the state and place of God in America. Part 1 features an intense discussion on the intersection of race and faith in America, as he's joined by three African-American Christians who talk about how it is to sometimes feel like you're stuck between being Black and being Christian in today's climate! (Interview recorded 10.16.2020) Special thanks to Katrina Brown, Marcus Jones, & Langston Lee for their insight and wisdom!  SHOW NOTES:  Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony  Make a one-time contribution to the show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 4--the series finale--listen as Anthony talks about what your mistakes are meant to do and where your mistakes are meant to take you! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show   Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 3, Anthony talks about the different ways of dealing with your mistakes, and whether grabbing a microphone, microscope, or mirror is the best move! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 2, listen as Anthony talks about how doing something "messed up" doesn't have to mean that YOU are messed up... SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Have you ever been excited about your future only to be reminded about your past? If you've ever felt like you might not be able to achieve what you're going for because your mistakes are a little too much, this series is for you! In part 1, Anthony talks about what happens when you do THAT; you know, that thing you probably said you'd never do, yet you messed up, and now it nags you because you just can't believe you did it...  SHOW NOTES:   Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Frustration, anger, sadness, disappointment. It's all part of the human experience. Instead of trying to "tough it out", give yourself permission to say that if I'm not really feeling OK...that's OK! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show   Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Why pray for a PUDDLE when God wants to give you the PACIFIC? SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Yes, I know that person or situation hurt you, but you can't keep letting the HURT steal your HOPE... SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

I think the title of the episode says it all... SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Anthony D. Sparks' Content College   Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

When you give the  "what ifs" (what if I fail? What if I don't have the money? What if the market is oversaturated?) too much power, they start to turn the thing you love into the thing you hate. It's time to defeat the "what ifs" once and for all...and go do what you've been born to do! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Anthony D. Sparks' Content College   Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, Anthony brings his wife in on the conversation to talk about 10 things they’ve learned in 10 years of marriage! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Anthony D. Sparks' Content College Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Once you start operating in your purpose, every NOISE ain't meant to be NOTICED. If you're going to get where you're trying to go, knowing what to acknowledge and knowing what to ignore makes all the difference!   SHOW NOTES:  Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony  Contribute to the Show   Anthony D. Sparks' Content College  Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

What if the friendship just isn't meant to last???... SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show  Anthony D. Sparks' Content College   Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In honor of Father's Day, Anthony dedicates this episode to his dad and lets listeners listen in on his "open letter" to him. SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show  Anthony D. Sparks' Content College Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

This is installment four of our "Convos w/ Creatives" interviews! In this episode, Anthony talks to attorney and owner of Creative Mind Law, Katrina D. Brown, about the importance of protecting your ideas, creations, and concepts to ensure that not only are you protected, but that you're also remembered!  SHOW NOTES:  Connect w/ Anthony  Work w/ Anthony  Contact Katrina  Contribute to the Show  Anthony D. Sparks' Content College Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Unarmed black people dying is bad, but these protests have got to end! Especially if the reason I'm protesting didn't even happen in my city...right?! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

You. Will. Not. Always. Lose. Tune-in for the finale of the "I'm Tired of Taking L's" series! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Contribute to the Show Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade...unless you ain't got no sugar. Tune in for the 3rd installment of the "I'm Tired of Taking L's" series! SHOW NOTES: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Donate to the Crock-Po(d) Conversations Podcast Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Don't ever let what you're going thru define you! Listen to the 2nd installment of our May series, "I'm Tired of Taking L's"! Show Notes: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Pivoting After the Pandemic Virtual Summit Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

NEW SERIES ALERT! "I'm Tired of Taking L's" is 100% real talk about the frustration we're experiencing when it seems like we just can't get a win. In this first installment, Anthony opens up and talks about how sometimes it's just hard to be happy for others' victories in the face of our own defeats.  In this episode, he also gives us permission to be vulnerable with these feelings, while also sharing some strategies to help us get out of our frustrated feelings and seeing a bigger picture! Show Notes: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Pivoting After the Pandemic Virtual Summit Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.

I almost said “screw this week’s podcast!” Storms rolled thru Easter Sunday & knocked our power out for 30 hours. I was completely in my feelings about our "normal" being disrupted, and if there was ever a day I wanted to say “I Don’t FEEL Like It”, it was today. But... Show Notes: Connect w/ Anthony Work w/ Anthony Join the Crock-Po(d) Conversations Facebook Group Crock-Po(d) Conversations. Copyright © 2020 Anthony D. Sparks LLC. All Rights Reserved.