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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 31-The Inspiring Journey of Robert “Brix” Glover, Founder of Brix Fitness


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Today’s Guest is none other than Robert “Brix” Glover; founder and creator of www.BrixFitness.com.  If you’ve been active on social media in the past year or so, you probably ran across a story of a brother who lost over 140lbs, completely changed his lifestyle and Mindset, competed in a physique competition and ultimately created a coaching platform that inspires numerous folks from around the world.  Well, that dude is Robert!  We touch on so many topics and he pours into the brothers with actionable concepts and ideas that they can put into practice RIGHT NOW!  Catch up with “Brix” by visiting his website www.Brixfitness.com or simply following him on all the Social Media Platforms and Youtube as @BrixFitness.  Please Share this with EVERYONE!!!

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 30-Conversations with Dynamic Teens from Vine Middle School in Knoxville, TN on College and Career


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Fellas, Today’s Episode is extremely inspiring!  When ANYONE tells you that the future is Not Bright, or our Kids are lost and headed in the wrong direction…Let them hear this Powerful episode!  This Powerful episode features conversations with over 20 middle school kids from Vine Magnet Academy in Knoxville, TN.  These kids represent our future and let us know that there is still HOPE!  Yall Enjoy and Please share this with a friend!  Subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, iHeart Radio or Tune in Radio.  Leave plenty of comments!

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 29-To Booze or Not to Booze around the Kids…an Interesting Perspective


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Fellas,

Today, I highlight a unique perspective that was presented to me from a Fraternity brother of mine Daniel Sears regarding consuming alcohol in the presence of our children.  This perspective will challenge YOU to think about booze a bit differently when you look over and see you little one.  Definitely share this episode with other brothers and leave comments!

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Bonus Episode: Jack and Jill of America Knoxville Chapter College Career and HBCU Discussion


Today’s Episode is a discussion with the Twix and Tweens group from the Knoxville Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc about College, Career and HBCU’s.

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 28-Insight and Wisdom from Dr. Amos Johnson, jr, Founder of Church for Entrepreneurs


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Fellas,

Today we spend time with the Founder of Church for Entrepreneurs www.churchforentrepreneurs.com Dr. Amos Johnson, Jr. 

Amos is a native of Augusta, Ga and a graduate of Morehouse College, Georgia Institute of Technology and Faith Christian Center’s Faith School of Ministry.

Today’s Dynamic conversation will challenge you to think about your pursuits in a totally different way.  After listening to Amos’ words, you’ll definitely strive to be in line with God’s Calling on your life.

Again, for more on Amos or to connect with him directly…visit www.churchforentrepreneurs.com

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 27-As a Black Father, Spend some Time and Energy Volunteering at a Local Elementary School


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Today’s quick Episode is a CHALLENGE!!!!  I Challenge EVERY BROTHER listening to take 30min per week and Volunteer at a local inner city elementary school.  Take a listen…Comment and Share this with fellow Black Fathers!

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 26-A Dynamic Conversation with Youth Advocate, Social Media Influencer and Creator of Fliptendo Electronics and the Fliptendo V.R. Headset; Jeremiah “Flip” Benjamin of Inglewood, CA


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Today’s episode is super off the Chain!!!!

I had the opportunity to go deep with “Flip the Hood Technologist” AKA Jeremiah Benjamin.  “Flip” is the founder of Fliptendo Electronics with its flagship product being the Fliptendo Virtual Reality Headset.  Visit www.fliptendoelectronics.com and check out some of their awesome stuff!  He drops some serious nuggets of wisdom and actually walks us through his process of coming up with an idea and communicating with overseas manufacturers to bring products to market.  Whats so cool about Flip’s story is that he used the motivation from his family and neighborhood of Inglewood, California to generate his ideas.  He also set out to create technology that would directly benefit folks from his own community….Such an Inspiration!  We talk about Fatherhood, technology, Chinese Manufacturing, Ownership, Group Economics, Believing in yourself, etc.  PLEASE PLEASE share this episode with Everyone!  Also, connect with Flip:

www.fliptendoelectronics.com

www.DartWarLA.com

www.99plus1ee.org

and @Flip_The_Hood_Technologist via Instagram!

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 25-“Now What?!?!?!” Fellas…What are you gonna do Now? (Wisdom)


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Fellas, Today’s episode simply poses the question, “What are you gonna do NOW?”  We hear statistics, we understand facts, etc…but, What are YOU gonna do NOW?  The time is NOW!  take a listen, share and leave some comments.  Also, Subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher or Google Play and leave Ratings/Reviews and Comments!!!!

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If you’re in need of a speaker, workshop leader, host or facilitator…Hit me at the BlackFathersnow email address above and lets connect.

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Black Fathers, NOW! Episode 24-Concussions on the Gridiron, Chasing Dreams to Hollywood, Entrepreneurship, Fatherhood and a Whole Lot in Between with Comedian “Brandon Dee” George


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Fellas,

Our Guest today is my Frat Brother (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, INC) and stand up comedian Brandon Dee George also known as @iAmBrandonDee on Twitter and Instagram.  We get DEEP!!!  Brandon talks about his life growing up and events that sparked abrupt changes in his life.  Some of the things discussed:

-NFL dreams

-Multiple Concussions

-Fatherhood

-Moving to Hollywood with $400 in his pocket

-Open and honest communication with yourself and your spouse

-Overcoming mistakes

-being a Stay at home dad

-Entrepreneurship

and so much more…

make sure to check Brandon out on Instagram or Twitter @iAmBrandonDee as well as his business website www.KnockerballGwinnett.com

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Black Fathers, NOW!: Episode 23-Natural Disasters, Doing Our Part as Black Men…A Real Fatherhood example to learn from! (Wisdom)


Today’s Quick Episode is a shout out to all the Folks around the World who are dealing with a current or recent Natural Disaster.  Also on this episode, I highlight an example of a Brother who did his part in a Major way and led an effort to round up supplies for those in need in the Houston Area.  The key fact to understand is that the brother organized this major initiative from Los Angeles!  Don’t let your geography or any made up barrier keep you from acting on something that YOU are inspired to do!  Shout to to my man “Flip” AKA Jeremiah Benjamin on the Good Work!  Also, in a Few Weeks check out Flip as he Joins us on Black Fathers, NOW to Share his Story and Journey.

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