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Smart Chronicles
by Tonya Smart
Podcast chronicles the life and experiences of the host. Tonya Smart is an entrepreneur, poet, writer and founder of the non profit organization, Jax Youth Poetry Slam. Smart Chronicles will explore how art, business and politics intersect in our community and world as a whole.
Episodes
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Episode 21 - The Places You Will Go...during a Global Pandemic (Interview with Dr. Kennesha Bracely)
Dr Kennesha Bracely returns (see episode 15) to discuss her recent travels during the pandemic. The founder of Live Long Enterprise discusses how to continue to live life to the fullest while being safe. See below for bio… Dr. Kennesha Bracely is the Founder Live Long Enterprises, Inc where she...
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Episode 20 – Females, Football & Film (Interview with Emanuel Washington)
Bio Emanuel Washington is a business founder, filmmaker, and creative voice. His work has included piecing together a number of spiritual/poetry shows in his Jacksonville, Florida community and building platforms to share information to preserve the history and legacy of the human experience....
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Episode 19 - Listen to the Lyric (Interview with Joan “Lyric” Leslie)
Bio: Joan 'Lyric' Leslie is the epitome of what it means to be "more black girl than magic". Her work, a journey through healing and self-love, has been described as a love letter to black women. Lyric is a Harlem, NY native, performance poet, community organizer and podcast host. She has been a...
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Episode 18 - Follow the Leader (Interview with Ebony Payne English)
Ebony Payne-English is an author, performer, playwright, and educator from Duval County. She is the first woman to establish her own chapter of the international poetry organization, Black on Black Rhyme. Ebony is the 2017 Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s Emerging Artist and recipient…
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Season 2 - Six Degrees of Separation
Welcome back to Smart Chronicles – season 2 This season I wanted to explore the 6 degrees of separation theory. Which is basically an idea that all people are 6 or fewer social connections away from each other. My motivation for this theme stems from wanting to explore my network and highlight…
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What's next in 2021
This is the end of season 1 of the Smart Chronicles. We will return on 3/23/21 with more episodes/Season 2. Thanks for the support!
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Episode 17 – Archives in Motion (Interview with Desirae “Kaleidescope” Lee)
Desirae (Des) Lee is a multi-media journalist, photographer, and filmmaker from Jacksonville, FL. She is an Alumnae of the University of Florida where she completed a unique program infusing photojournalism and innovation. Des is currently pursuing her MFA in film at Howard University. When she's...
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Episode 16 - Interview with Ebony Payne-English
Ebony Payne-English is an author, youth poetry slam coach, performance artist, and educator from Jacksonville, FL. She is the Executive Director at the nonprofit organization, The Performers Academy in Jacksonville, FL. In addition, she is the first woman to establish her own chapter of the...
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What's next on the Smart Chronicles
What's next on the Smart Chronicles: Book Discussion, bringing back the Femme Horizon crew, etc.
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Episode 16 – Interview with Monica Cole aka The Vegan Chic
In this episode, I interview Monica Cole aka The Vegan Chic. Ms. Cole is a counselor, artist, restauranter, but most importantly, she is the person that I go to for everything vegan. Recently, Ms. Cole opened her own spot, Movs Vegan Kitchen (1872 N. Pearl Street, Jax, FL). I wanted to take this...
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Episode 15 – Live Long Enterprises (Interview with Dr. Kennesha Bracely)
Dr. Kennesha Bracely is the Founder Live Long Enterprises, Inc where she encourages others to Live Long by UNlimiting themselves. Live Long Enterprise’s core purpose is to inspire people to become resilient and live the life they desire after experiencing losses, disappointments, and traumatic…
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Episode 14 - The Business of Podcasting, part 2 (featuring Taryn “Love Reigns” Wharwood & Mr. Al Pete)
In this episode, we revisit two previous guests to the podcast. This is the second part of a 5-part series dedicated to finding best practices concerning podcasting. Podcasting has existed for quite some time, but there are still tons to learn and benefit from these monthly conversations. See…
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Episode 13 - Love Rules Everything Around Me (Interview with Taryn "LoveReigns" Wharwood)
Taryn “LoveReigns” Wharwood is a poet, writer, author, emcee, motivational speaker, entrepreneur and in the words of Ebony Payne-English, a curator or dopeness. LoveReigns is truly in a lane of her own and isn’t afraid to create another one if she has to. Taryn "LoveReigns" Wharwood, a native of...
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Episode 12 – Owning Your Art: Copyright, Trademarks & Infringements (Interview with Deborah Reid)
Deborah Reid is an accomplished artist and an AV rated attorney with over 36 years’ experience. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and providing support to other creatives. She is a seasoned federal practitioner and is admitted to the bars of Florida, California, New York, and New...
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Episode 11 - Bridging the Gap (Interview with Bilaal Muhammad)
Bilaal Muhammad is an award-winning poet, writer, and spoken word artist who now lives in Savannah, Georgia after more than a decade in southeast Georgia. He has read his work in major US cities, several high schools, and colleges. His poetry has been recognized by the International Library of...
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Episode 10 - The G.I.F.T (Interview with Chanel and Kareem, the owners of Grid Iron Firearm Training – G.I.F.T)
Here is some information concerning Grid Iron Firearms Training (G.I.F.T). Kareem and Chanel are the business minds behind G.I.F.T. – Grid Iron Firearm Training, LLC. G.I.F.T.’s mission is to educate the community about 2nd Amendment rights and firearm use. It is one thing to train people but it…
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Episode 9 – The Business of Podcasting, part 1 (featuring Badr Milligan, Ray Hollister & Shantrell Holmes)
In this episode, we explore the business of podcasting with guests and podcasters: Badr Milligan (The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast), Ray Hollister (Digital Media Director at WJCT) and Shantrell Holmes (Southern Tea Podcast). This episode is basically about best practices as it relates to...
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Episode 8 – Interview with Deacon Carpenter (Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist)
Bio for Deacon Carpenter At the age of 16, chronic illness and obesity led Deacon to a fateful meeting with a local Ayurvedic doctor, which created a seismic shift I Deacon’s perception of food, health, and physical balance. Heeding the advice of his doctor, Deacon modified his diet, started to...
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Episode 7 - Mr. Al Pete's Neighborhood (Interview with Mr. Al Pete)
In this day and age, true to heart Hip Hop artists are far and few between, and Mr. Al Pete is definitely one of those artists. One part emcee, one part DJ, and one part musical entrepreneur, makes up some of the ingredients in the recipe for this Hip Hop elitist in Jacksonville, Florida. Mr. Al...
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Episode 6 - Empowerment Resources (Interview with Elexia Coleman-Moss)
In this episode, I speak with Elexia Coleman-Moss. Coleman-Moss is the Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, Empowerment Resources, which was founded in 2002 and incorporated in 2003. Empowerment Resources, Inc. (ERI) is a private 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Jacksonville,...
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Episode 5 - Heard'em Say (Interview with Walter "Wally" Jennings)
In the episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Walter “Wally B.” Jennings. Wally and I have been peers within the nonprofit world for over a decade. He is one of the most supportive individuals in his field and he has helped to guide a generation of youth spoken word artists in Tampa FL. He...
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Episode 4 - A Darker Shade of Pale (Interview with Shades of Hopz)
In this episode 4, I interview a group of craft beer enthusiast. This group, who go by the name of Shades of Hopz, are a group of African American beer lovers. No, I am not talking about a group of people that sit around drinking beer just for the sake of drinking beer. In July, I had the…
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Episode 3 - The Business of Poetry (Panel Discussion - Part 2)
This is part 2 of the panel discussion about the business of poetry.
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Episode 3 - The Business of Poetry (Panel Discussion - Part 1)
On May 16th, I facilitated a conversation about the business of poetry. I was blessed to be joined by the following poets: Ebony Payne English (Jacksonville, FL), Matthew “Cuban” Hernandez (Los Angeles, CA by way of Jacksonville, FL), Dasan Ahanu (Raleigh, NC), Aslee Haze (Atlanta, GA by way of...
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Episode 2 - Duval Dines Black (Interview with Dr. Standralyn Terry)
In February 2020, there were 1.65 million black owned businesses up and running in the United States. When COVID19 hit the United States in 2020, the numbers were almost cut in half to reflect 600,000 that were still in existence. In this episode, I have a conversation with local educational...
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Episode 1 - Mental Health for Self (Interview with Alexis Thomas)
In this episode, I have a discussion with Alexis Thomas concerning mental health. Ms. Thomas is an experienced & licensed therapist in Jacksonville, FL. Ms. Thomas discusses the importance of good mental health but also introduces us to tele-health therapy.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Podcast chronicles the life and experiences of the host. Tonya Smart is an entrepreneur, poet, writer and founder of the non profit organization, Jax Youth Poetry Slam. Smart Chronicles will explore how art, business and politics intersect in our community and world as a whole.
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Podcast chronicles the life and experiences of the host. Tonya Smart is an entrepreneur, poet, writer and founder of the non profit organization, Jax Youth Poetry Slam. Smart Chronicles will explore how art, business and politics intersect in our community and world as a whole.
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