Interruptions-Disrupting the Silence

Episodes

1. 41

   Parking Lot Series #5 | Episode 41

   Tonya Johnson, Body Builder in the past struggled with her weight. As many did during covid, she gained weight and her health self-esteem began to suffer. When it was time, Tonya began to change her outlook and found a coach she connected with. Soon after, her coached lost his life. Struggling…

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   Sep 30, 2022

   49 min
2. 40

   Parking Lot Series #4 | Episode 40

   Jodi Hill-Lilly shares an amazing journey of life and struggles from an unexpected and unimaginable interruption in her life. Hear what happens when life is going in the right direction, until it's not. Listen as Jodi share the strength and faith it takes, to continue a journey you never expected...

   Sep 3, 2022

   1 hr 2 min
3. 39

   Parking Lot Series #3 | Episode 39

   Raphael Ramos of Bregamos Theater

   Sep 3, 2022

   53 min
4. 38

   Parking Lot Series #2 | Episode 38

   In this Episode, we discuss the impact of Covid on Millennials and how our guests have had to work toward reinventing themselves or their lives during and as a result of the Pandemic, both professionally and personally. Our guests are: Malakhi RL Eason II (Dr. Kreative): The Director of…

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   Jul 2, 2022

   42 min
5. 37

   Parking Lot Series #1 | Episode 37

   This episode we focus on the change in direction of some churches to now take on the issues of Mental Health and Emotional Wellness in their congregations. We also discuss why there are so few churches willing to have these types of dialogues and challenges faced by those who attempt to introduce...

   Jun 19, 2022

   53 min
6. 36

   Don’t Forget The Men | Episode 36

   Health inequities continue to prevail in the African American communities. Despite economic or social status, people of color are too often treated differently among medical institutions and professionals. The impact of that treatment can have devastating impacts among those treated unfairly.…

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   May 14, 2022

   1 hr 2 min
7. 35

   Moving Past the Diagnosis | Episode 35

   Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United…

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   Apr 28, 2022

   59 min
8. 34

   Welcome to Holland | Episode 34

   April is Autism Awareness Month. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1…

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   Apr 9, 2022

   1 hr 9 min
9. 33

   Interruptions Red Carpet - Tell Me What You Want- Part 3 | Episode 33

   Interruptions Red Carpet is a 3-part series where we meet some of characters from the book that shaped the lives of the Cooper family and were with them during this Interruption. In each episode, Coach Cathy and Rev. O dare to invite the stories from characters themselves. You will hear stories...

   Mar 26, 2022

   1 hr 1 min
10. 32

    Interruptions Red Carpet - Jackie Responds - Part 2 | Episode 32

    Interruptions - the book - has launched and we are rolling out the Red Carpet! Interruptions Red Carpe is a 3-part series where we meet some of characters from the book that shaped the lives of the Cooper family and were with them during this Interruption. In each episode, Coach Cathy and Rev. O...

    Mar 12, 2022

    1 hr 4 min
11. 31

    Interruptions Red Carpet - The Godfather - Part 1 | Episode 31

    Interruptions - the book - has launched and we are rolling out the Red Carpet! Interruptions Red Carpe is a 3-part series where we meet some of characters from the book that shaped the lives of the Cooper family and were with them during this Interruption. In each episode, Coach Cathy and Rev. O...

    Feb 26, 2022

    1 hr 6 min
12. 30

    Meet the Author Rev. O | Episode 30

    Interruptions is the personal triumph story of dealing with a traumatic life event and how Rev. O challenged every belief system to reinvent herself. Hear Rev. O share that questioning her faith, upbringing, culture, and education helped her to select the characteristics to help her heal and...

    Jan 22, 2022

    57 min
13. 29

    Falling in Love Part 2 | Episode 29

    Dr. Thandeka, a mother of two and divorced, decides to give life and love a second chance. She signs up for a dating app, re-evaluates her priorities and learns that being submissive is a wonderful feeling. Dr. Thandeka finds a surprising and fulfilling relationship with her superman. Join us as...

    Dec 29, 2021

    43 min
14. 28

    Falling in Love Part 1 | Episode 28

    Regina Mullings, a mother of two and happily married and in love for 23 years. The family placed the house on the market and planned to relocate south before discovering a life altering Interruption. Listen how Regina kept her faith in God while planning a homegoing service for the husband and...

    Dec 11, 2021

    51 min
15. 27

    "Interruptions: Disrupting the Silence" book talk, moderated by Michelle Turner - Episode 27

    Recorded Live @ People Get READy Bookstore 10/24/2021 Interruptions is a true story that details Rev. O's journey after her son, Jonathan, was murdered in a case of mistaken identity, becoming another victim of gun violence. This "interruption" in Rev. O's life ignited a domino effect of PTSD,...

    Nov 27, 2021

    1 hr 28 min
16. 26

    The Art of Healing | Episode 26

    How many middle-aged Asians do you know that suffer from a stroke, anxiety, or early death? Not many, why is that? Shifu Shirley Chock shares how she uses Tai Chi to balance the stress and interruptions that happen in everyday life. Shirley wants to spread the message of this ancient Chinese Art…

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    Nov 13, 2021

    59 min
17. 25

    Resilience and Resistance | Episode 25

    Listen to Rev. Dr. Anthony Bennett, Senior pastor at Mount Aery Baptist Church (Bridgeport CT) share his responsibility to carry the torch and message of the MAAFA as a ministry. As a young reverend Pastor Bennett was introduced to the MAAFA from his mentor, Bishop Johnny Ray Youngblood from St....

    Nov 13, 2021

    59 min
18. 24

    Rooted in Wellness | Episode 24

    Can I find my true passion in this new phase of my adult life and be happy? Owner of a newly opened shop called Bloom in New Haven, CT. Bloom is a vibrant shop in the Westville community. Meet the owner Alisha as she shares her story growing up in Boston to a single parent in Orchard Park, and...

    Oct 19, 2021

    1 hr 1 min
19. 23

    Time to Heal by Defying the Lie! | Episode 23

    Enola G. Aird is an activist mother. A former corporate lawyer. She was born in the Republic of Panama, of Caribbean heritage, and attributes much of her vision and passion for the movement for emotional emancipation to stories passed down in her family about her great-grandfather, Samuel…

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    Jun 13, 2021

    1 hr 5 min
20. 22

    The Faces of Mental Health | Episode 22

    The Rev. Dr. Jerry Streets shares how and why he integrated Mental Health Ministries into the fabric of his church. Listen to how he selected, implemented, and executed a safe place for disciples and leadership to share their stories without judgement. The Trauma informed ministries have begun to...

    May 29, 2021

    57 min
21. 21

    Does the Church Really Hear Me | Episode 21

    For many persons of faith it has been our cultural to turn to God and pray to ask for relief, direction, and/or healing when we experience a traumatic life event. We have exercised the same practices when we or a family member displays unrecognizable or misunderstood behaviors. For generations,...

    May 15, 2021

    1 hr 4 min
22. 20

    Justice For All | Episode 20

    In the midst of police killings of innocent unarmed Black Men, meet two young black men who reconnected with God and committed to stopping generational trauma in our youths in a unique methods. Both Kirk Wesley, a lead organizer for Congregations Organized for a New CT (CONECT) and Chaz Carmon,...

    May 1, 2021

    1 hr 2 min
23. 19

    Don't Change My Name | Episode 19

    We welcome Rev. Marcia Clinkscales as we honor and recognize Women’s History Month. She has been instrumental in educating and empowering women to thrive in careers, earn their doctorate degree and become changers of the world. Rev. Clinkscales was raised as an only child, she thought, until one...

    Mar 20, 2021

    1 hr 6 min
24. 18

    Honoring Black History Month: CT. Style | Episode 18

    In this episode, we introduce you to Dori Dumas, President of NAACP New Haven Chapter. Dori shares her journey in politics and passion toward providing change in the New Haven community. Dori shares how she uses her voice and power as a the president of New Haven Chapter of NAACP to honor the...

    Mar 16, 2021

    1 hr 16 min
25. 17

    Honoring Black History Month: CT. Style | Episode 17

    In this episode, we introduce you to State Senator Gary Winfield, CT State Senator-Democratic Party, Chief Deputy Majority Leader. State Senator Gary shares his journey in politics and passion toward providing change in his community. State Senator Gary shares how he uses his voice and power as a...

    Mar 16, 2021

    1 hr 7 min
26. 16

    A Few Good Men Part 2 of 2 | Episode 16

    In this episode we hear from RanDe Rogers, owner and Head Chef of Sister's Cuisine in East Harlem, NY. Learn how his mid-town Manhattan upbringing and family culture has prepared him to acquire the family restaurant in Harlem and making a strong impact in the community. Chef RanDe has continued…

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    Mar 16, 2021

    1 hr 13 min
27. 15

    A Few Good Men Part 1 of 2 | Episode 15

    "About 24 million children in America live without their biological father, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And there have been numerous local and national efforts to improve these statistics. Children without fathers in the home have a greater risk of poverty, are more likely to abuse drugs...

    Jan 9, 2021

    1 hr 3 min
28. 14

    Pursuit of Happiness Part 3 of 3 | Episode 14

    The most common symptom of the holiday blues is amplified depression. This is true of people who may being dealing with depression already as well. You may be experiencing a bout of seasonal depression or holiday blues if you feel like simple activities are more difficult than normal. The…

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    Dec 26, 2020

    1 hr 4 min
29. 13

    Pursuit of Happiness - Part 2 of 3 | Episode 13

    Todays guest has turned Mary Kay and Paparazzi Jewelry into a ministry for cancer patients and women living in homeless Shelters. Www.UtopianBijoux.com Our other 2nd guest uses music by singing to autistic children to help them to adopt coping behaviors.

    Dec 17, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
30. 12

    Pursuit of Happiness - Part 1 of 3 | Episode 12

    Welcome to part 1 of our 3 part series "Pursuit of Happiness" In this series we introduce a variety of ideas to encourage your path toward resiliency. Our series shares options of helping yourself in addition to seeking medical support when needed. The ‘holiday blues’ is not an officially...

    Nov 29, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
31. 11

    From Trauma to Triumph | Episode 11

    Join us in a discussion with Mark Brevard of the New England Donor Foundation about organ donation from the perspective of the agency that not only recruits donors, but helps the donor and/or family work through the process of this interruption of life. How do you explain the process to those who...

    Nov 29, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
32. 10

    That's my MAN! | Episode 10

    We have a riveting conversation with Abdul Rahmaan I. Muhammad who shares how the Manhood Tree Program has allowed men to become victorious in life as they unmask and reveal the naked truth about life, interruptions, and relationships. Abdul is the Director of My Peoples Clinical Services and...

    Nov 29, 2020

    1 hr 6 min
33. 9

    I Have What It Takes To Reimagine Me! | Episode 9

    We will discuss the following topics with our guest Adrienne Dean Parkmond of The WorkPlace Inc. the following questions: As a result of covid 19 how have you had to reimagine organizational processes in order or your organization to stay true to it's mission and those you service? What are the...

    Nov 29, 2020

    1 hr 6 min
34. 8

    Does Trauma have a color or status? | Episode 8

    We are joined this episode by Dr. Alice Forrester, CEO of Clifford Beers to discuss how individuals personal and professional life have been impacted by trauma and Interruptions, and the power of being resilient. Clifford Beers help and Information: 203-772-1270 If an emergency call 211 for our...

    Oct 3, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
35. 7

    Committed to our mission | Episode 7

    In this episode we discuss trauma and how one's personal and professional life are impacted by an interruption and the process of resiliency. We get David Addams, Executive Director, William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund to respond to the questions: - What are the organizational process and...

    Oct 2, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
36. 6

    How Did I Get Here Part II | Episode 6

    We witnessed the unfolding of the layers of trauma that socially and emotionally crippled this family and their friends; the domino-effect of consequences that unfolded in the wake of that fateful night her son was murdered. As an ordained minister, the mother felt an emotional conflict between…

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    Jul 23, 2020

    1 hr 5 min
37. 5

    Who Wants to Talk ABout That? | Episode 5

    In this podcast we will be focusing on mental health characteristics and the process of identifying them through counseling. We also highlight how some of these mental health conditions are hereditary and can be unconsciously conveyed through generations of shared stories. Through these…

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    Jul 16, 2020

    1 hr 14 min
38. 4

    Take it Back | Episode 4

    A mother hears another black man was shot at the same time and in the same vicinity of the establishment in Hamden, CT where her son was murdered - by mistaken identity. She decides to no longer remain numb to the repeated gun violence and criminal activities surrounding that restaurant. This…

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    Jul 9, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
39. 3

    A Mother's Cry | Episode 3

    When a mother learns that her life was interrupted following her child becoming another innocent casualty of gun violence. Not only is a mother told that her son was murdered, her disbelief leads her to demand answers. Three weeks into the police investigation, the detectives confirmed that her...

    Jul 2, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
40. 2

    How Did I Get Here? | Episode 2

    Society, family, and social media outlines the perfect life. You should be married, have a successful career with 2.5 children, a dog, and a house surrounded with a white picket fence by the age of 25 and retired by the time your reach the age of 62... DONE! This was the inherited dream! However,...

    Jun 25, 2020

    1 hr 1 min
41. 1

    A Thought is Born | Episode 1

    On a warm sunny day, family friend Jonathan is enroute to a political fundraiser and notices Odell sitting in her front yard. Wanting to do a check in with her since the loss of her son the previous year. He begins a casual conversation. Odell is reluctant to discuss her grief regarding her loss...

    Jun 18, 2020

    1 hr