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My Home is Special
by KBevPhoto
Every adventure worth doing deserves more than just cool selfies. Have you ever wondered what makes home special for you? “My Home is Special” shares conversations with a diverse range of people about their home country and why it’s special to them. || The official website is www.MyHomeIsSpecial.com|| Photos will be on www.KBevPhoto.com|| BTS will be in the stories on IG @KBevPhoto
Episodes
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Ep 58: Designing my life - Lisa's Home
What if "home" isn't a place or a vocation, but a life you design on purpose? My guest on this episode is Lisa, a longtime friend, and for her, home is designing her life. It's easy to overlook how much goes into living the life you actually want. It means taking care of yourself mentally,...
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Ep 57: Breaking - BBoy Morris' Home
I first snapped B-Boy Morris about 15 years ago, and he’s not just someone who’s deep in breaking culture—he’s been one of the best in the world for a long time, competing and winning at the highest level all around the globe. Breaking is one of the four foundational elements of hip-hop culture,...
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Ep 56: Song & Melody - Gordon's Home
In this episode, I talk with Gordon Chambers about his home in Song & Melody. Even though we had just met, I quickly realized he'd written and helped create some of my favorite songs, making this conversation even more special. Gordon shares why songs and melodies are such powerful forms of...
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Ep 55: The Story of Life - Shane's Home
Shane Campbell-Staton is a Princeton professor whose work dives into some of the biggest questions about life on Earth—by studying everything from wolves and elephants to lizards (and even superheroes). As a trailblazer in his field and the first person like him in his department to earn tenure,...
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Ep 54: Space - Bobby's Home
For the final stop in our three-part journey, we leave the ocean depths and the open sky behind and head all the way into space with astronaut Bobby Satcher. Bobby shares the incredible path that led him to become an astronaut and what it was really like to leave Earth behind and experience space...
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Ep 53: Story Time - Airport ops insanity
What really happens behind the scenes when your flight is delayed or your bag goes missing? In this story, a firsthand look inside one of the nation’s busiest airports reveals the kind of chaos that might make you rethink ever checking luggage again. Recorded at Grown Folks Stories and inspired…
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Ep 52: Skydiving - Isa's Home
Skydiving might sound like the ultimate adrenaline rush—but for Isa Watson, it’s something entirely different. Reconnecting after more than a decade, I learned Isa is not only an author and founder with an impressive list of accolades, but also someone who finds a deep sense of peace in freefall....
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Ep 51: Story Time - Bad travel planning in South Asia
Ever planned a “perfect” trip only to realize you flipped the whole vibe on its head? In this Story Time, a seasoned traveler shares how a dream South Asia itinerary went from calm and easy to unexpectedly chaotic—proving experience doesn’t always equal perfect planning. Recorded live at Grown...
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Ep 50: Underwater (Scuba diving) - Craig's home
I’m kicking off a really fun 3-part series with my longtime friend Craig M. Robinson—someone I’ve known for over 30 years—who brings a whole new meaning to going deep. With 500+ dives under his belt, Craig shares how the mindset he’s built underwater shapes the way he lives above it, and it’s...
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Ep 49: Story time - Remembering Mic One
This Story Time episode is a heartfelt reflection on Mic One, a Chicago rapper whose quiet generosity left a lasting mark on my life. Though we only crossed paths a few times while I was photographing concerts in the 20-teens, his kindness opened doors I never could’ve imagined—including moments…
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Ep 48: Maximizing Neuromuscular Health - Bridgette's Home
I really enjoyed sitting down with my friend Bridgette, who somehow managed to earn both a PhD and an MD after basically crushing every STEM class she ever took. She now helps patients improve their neuromuscular health, but what really makes her special is how deeply she listens. Bridget treats...
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Ep 47: Story Time - The Wing-it Incident
Back in 2014, an “incident” in our dorm turned into a story that still cracks me up—featuring an overzealous delivery driver, a Chicago brother, and a lesson learned the hard way. This short story was recorded live at Grown Folks Stories in Chicago back in 2014.. There’s justice, laughter, and…
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Ep 46: Among the Ancestors - Andre's Home
Andre’s journey from corporate life to founder of Black Ancestries is as inspiring as it is powerful. In this episode, we dive into how his love for genealogical research turned into a mission: helping Black people trace their lineage, connect with their roots, and uncover hidden stories across...
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Ep 45: *Encore* The Black Church Tradition - Otis' Home
Hard to believe it's been a year since this episode came out right before BHM 2025. My intro commentary turns out to be as relevant as ever, as does this episode. If you haven't heard it, take a listen. If you have, I hope you enjoy it a 2nd time!. ---- In this episode, I chat with my friend and...
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Ep 44: The Pre-primary Classroom - Yolita's home
Yolita Ray has spent decades shaping little minds in the pre-primary classroom at the Ancona School in Chicago. With warmth, patience, and deep purpose, she helps children build the emotional, social and academic foundations that will carry them through life. Her love for early childhood…
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Ep 43: Story Time - Graffiti treks abroad
In this Story Time episode, Keith shares how his passion for hip-hop and graffiti has taken him far off the tourist path—from São Paulo to Johannesburg to Cape Town. While chasing street art in places most visitors avoid, he’s found not only incredible murals but also made connections with the...
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Ep 42: The Barber Shop - Rico's Home
In this episode, I catch up with Rico, aka BBoy Reksick, who I’ve known from the scene for many years. He’s the owner of Calaveras Barber Shop and SMP in Chicago. After a random airport run-in recently, we sat down for a powerful conversation about how barbering is more than a craft for him—it's…
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Ep 41: Story Time - Mexico City lessons
In this Story Time episode, Keith recalls a spontaneous weekend trip from Texas to Mexico City for some solo photography—and how ignoring his wife’s advice to “be careful” caught up with him almost immediately. What started as a carefree adventure quickly turned into a lesson on staying alert and...
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Ep 40: The Mayor's Office - Phil's Home
Mayor Phil Jones returned to his hometown of Newport News as the city’s youngest mayor—and just days into the role, he faced a heartbreaking tragedy that drew national attention. Thrust into the spotlight, he relied on his values, humility, and lived experience to guide his leadership. In this...
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Ep 39: Story Time - The Lion Park
In this Story Time episode, Keith shares about his first trip to Africa—a family adventure meant to experience life beyond the U.S. While visiting a lion park and getting ready to pet baby lions, things took an unexpected turn that showed just how different the world can be once you step outside...
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Ep 38: In Visual Effects - Greg's Home
Greg Anderson went from studying architecture in college to becoming a powerhouse in the world of visual effects—and it’s been so fun to watch that evolution. In this episode, we dive into how he blends creativity and technical precision on an industrywide scale, and what keeps him inspired in…
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Ep 37: Story Time - Outside my bubbles (my IG Feeds)
Before I split it into multiple accounts, my Instagram feed was a mix of all the different communities that I photograph. As a member of those communities, I have met some amazing people and captured some awesome moments. However, my passion for documenting subcultures created an IG feed that had...
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Ep 36: Silent Meditation - Modupe's Home
Tenured professor, stress expert, and longtime friend Modupe Akinola joins the podcast for a deeply grounding conversation. With all her accomplishments, you might not expect "silent meditation" to be her home—but that’s exactly where she finds balance. We talk about stress, centeredness, and the...
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Ep 35: Story Time - Traveling with a purpose
This month’s storytime is about a powerful pilgrimage trip to Charleston, South Carolina with our church, where we explored the deep African American history rooted in that city. The experience felt like the second half of a story — meaningful, emotional, and eye-opening — which made us realize…
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Ep 34: Community-building Ventures - Eric's Home
Eric Williams is the creative force behind The Silver Room and a driving presence behind some of Chicago’s most beloved cultural events. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start, what keeps him going, and why community is always at the heart of everything he builds. Whether it's a...
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Ep 33: Story Time - A Secret Weight Room
Back in the day, when the gym was life and bad decisions felt like good ideas, I learned a lesson the hard way. It's one I I should have passed down before my son caught the gym bug. In this story time episode, I shares a crazy (and slightly painful) memory from over 30 years ago that still packs…
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Ep 32: On Horseback - Murdock's Home
You don’t expect to see horses trotting through the streets of Chicago—but Murdock (the man with no first name), the founder of the Broken Arrow Horseback Riding Club, is changing that. With a whole lot of passion, Murdock shares how he got into riding, built a tight-knit Black cowboy community,...
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Ep 31: Story Time - Grand Theft Auto?
Ever been out-negotiated by your own kid? In this Father's Day-inspired solo episode, Keith shares a hilarious and heartwarming story from over a decade ago, when his oldest son used corporate-style tactics to plead for a new video game. What started as a funny parenting moment turned out to be a...
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Ep 30: The Wall - Statik's home
This week, I’m talking with Rahamaan Statik—an artist whose work I’ve admired long before we ever met. Though we've only crossed paths in person a couple times, he welcomed me into his world to talk about a home that's anything but traditional: the Wall. From classical fine art training to…
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Ep 29: Story time - Black student in Boston
This week’s mini-episode is a story I told a while back about being a Black college student in Boston—a city that, at the time, had a reputation. And yeah... my first experiences definitely lived up to it. But then something unexpected happened, and taught me a lesson. This one’s about…
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Ep 28: The Stoop - Lily Be's home
This week’s guest is the incomparable Lily Be—storyteller, teacher, host, and all-around powerhouse. I’ve known Lily for years, and every time I see her on the mic, I’m blown away by how she commands a room. The best part? You never know what kind of story she’s going to tell. In this episode, we...
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Ep 27: Story time - Stuck in a volcano
In this mini episode, I'm taking you to my second home—on the mic at Grown Folks Stories—where I share what should've been a dreamy first trip to Hawaii. Spoiler: things did not go as planned. Enjoy an unforgettable (and very real) travel tale that starts in paradise but takes a wild detour.…
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Ep 26: The Shark Tank - Aaron's home
Aaron is a poet, founder, investor, and artist—someone who moves effortlessly between the worlds of creativity and entrepreneurship. From the poetry slam stage to the startup pitch room, he shows how storytelling and presence can be powerful tools in any arena. We talk about unexpected overlaps...
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UPDATE: A new plan and Story Time
After looking at the content I want to share in the weeks ahead, I decided to make a change to the publication schedule for the pod. I also have some content that I want to share about *my* home. In this episode, I'll update you on the plan and share the first of (hopefully) many stories to come....
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Ep 25: The Blue Grass - Dolio's Home
You’ve never heard a sound like this Gangstagrasss before and in this episode I talk with a longtime friend, Dolio, about its origins. After years of denying that he was an artist, one night in NYC caused a chain reaction that created a multi-decade career as a musician. I’m excited to share this...
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Ep 24: Caribbean Spirits - Marc's home
In this episode, I catch up with longtime friend and founder of Ten to One rum, Marc Farrell. Marc isn’t just building a rum brand—he’s on a mission to elevate an entire category while sharing the rich story of a people and a culture. Five years in, his passion hasn’t wavered, and he still lights...
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Ep 23: Guatemala - Rocxana's Home
In this episode, I sit down with Rocxana to talk about her home, Guatemala. We dive into everything from our pre-trip expectations to recapping our on-the-ground experiences. Of course, we wrap up this episode with a story.. If you've ever been curious about Guatemala—or just enjoy learning about…
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Ep 22: The Sidelines - Coach Shaw's home
Kick off Super Bowl week with record-breaking football coach David Shaw. In this episode, Coach Shaw shares what makes life on the sidelines so special to him—and it’s not just about the X’s and O’s. From leadership lessons to the emotional highs of the game, this conversation dives deep into the...
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Ep 21: The Black Church - Otis' Home
In this episode, I chat with my friend and pastor, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, about his unique sense of "home" within the Black church tradition. While I thought we’d talk about "the pulpit" as his home, our conversation revealed something much deeper. Growing up as a preacher’s kid surrounded by...
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Ep 20: In African Fashion - Rahel's Home
This episode features my friend Rahel, who I’ve known for over a decade and who’s the co-founder of Ilava, an African fashion company. Rahel is doing more than just designing clothes—she’s helping to reshape people’s connection to the African continent through fashion. I’m so excited she joined…
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UPDATE: It's Monday, where's my episode?
Hi everyone! Just a quick update—we’re taking a break this Monday, but new episodes will be back starting January 6th, with a fresh one every other Monday after that. In the meantime, I want to wish you all a very happy holiday season! If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, please share it with…
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Ep 19: As Your Host - Binkey's Home
In this episode, I chat with my friend Binkey, a masterful event host who takes his craft seriously. Binkey isn’t just there to hold a mic—he’s there to create unforgettable vibes from start to finish, blending his many talents to make every moment count. Anyone can host, but few can do it well,...
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Ep 18: Being Bossy - Aisha's Home
In this episode, I catch up with my longtime friend Aisha, the founder and CEO of Bossy Cosmetics. After leaving her corporate career, Aisha created a company with a powerful mission: to empower women through beauty. We dive into the personal changes that inspired her journey and explore how…
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Ep 17: On the Mic - Masta Ace's Home
This episode features one of my favorite MCs, Masta Ace, who's truly at home on the mic. We talk about how he connects with the crowd and delivers unforgettable performances, making every show feel special. Masta Ace also opens up about how being on the microphone has had a personal impact…
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Ep 16: The Kitchen - Moop's Home
This week, I’m chatting with my friend Moop, a flavorphile and music sommelier. He’s also a talented chef who creates magic right in his own kitchen. Moop shares how his cooking is a tribute to his ancestors, blending family traditions with his personal touch. We also dive into how he uses music…
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Update: New episodes on the way!
After a short break, I'm thrilled to announce that the podcast will be starting back November 4th with a goal of releasing new episodes every 2 weeks! In this short teaser, I discuss the new concept and introduce our first 4 guests! Tell a friend. We're going to have some fun. Peace! KBev
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Recap: Loop 3 (Asia & Africa)
Hard to believe we have gotten to our 33rd episode - the recap of the 3rd and final loop of the travels. In this episode, Keith & Taylor discuss the trip and the lessons learned when it comes to traveling like this. Taylor shares some big news and Keith explains where “My Home is Special” goes...
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Ep 15R: England Recap
Where did everything go? England. That's where. In this episode we reconnect with Jon for a few minutes. Then Keith and Taylor discuss seeing all the missing stuff. Keith's fitness journey takes an unexpected turn which is part of story time. Enjoy! Go to www.MyHomeIsSpecial.com to sign up for…
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Ep 14R: Egypt Recap
Yikes! What happens when you go to place that you’ve wanted to visit “forever”? You end up with a lot to share. This whopper of an episode includes a conversation with Sayed and a lot of reflection with Taylor. In retrospect, we could have done a whole podcast on the time spent in Egypt. It is an...
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Ep 13R: Greece Recap
Yeah, it sounds like Keith got hustled on Day 1, but may have found a new home. History? Yes, things happened in Greece, but is the evidence still there? Despite the cattle call and a peculiar hotel, Keith saw the place where the influencers go. Then he got to experience Sindi’s home island and...
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Every adventure worth doing deserves more than just cool selfies. Have you ever wondered what makes home special for you? “My Home is Special” shares conversations with a diverse range of people about their home country and why it’s special to them. || The official website is www.MyHomeIsSpecial.com|| Photos will be on www.KBevPhoto.com|| BTS will be in the stories on IG @KBevPhoto
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