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interviewed ylonda medley a playwright and producer we discussede her life growing up in new haven and her ne play Stuck.

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Interviewed pastor lionell mcfadden from the keepers ministry we discussed his life and the programs his church offers to the community

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Interviewed pastor lionell mcfadden from the keepers ministry we discussed his life and the programs his church offers to the community

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interviewed natalia shonti new haven teacher and singer and covered her life as a teacher in the new haven public school system and as a singer songwriter in the entertainment area

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Interviewed: Banesha Belton-Johnson, On-air Personality & Asst. Program Director at WYBC. Discussed: Her life growing up in the Elm City (New Haven) & her rise from Secretary at WYBC to an on-air Personality and Asst. Program Director.

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Part 1 Interviewed: Dottie Green, Retiree of the Department of Corrections, former Teacher and Principal.

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Interviewed kelli Jones author of pulling down strongholds.

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Interviewed Markia jones author of my thoughts on her life and times .

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Interviewed james walker executive director of the BELIEVE IN ME EMPOWERMENT CORP a program that provides re-entry services to ex-offenders .

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interviewed Sharon jones women's recovery specialist on her life and her work with the women's behavioral program

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Interviewed Chardonee Wright Founder of Woman, I Am Support Group, Freelance Writer, Author, Visionary, Entrepreneur and Youth Leader. a hall at a church

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Interviewed dj kool keith Jackson and Linda mendelsohn from the kidney foundation we discussed kidney disease and keith jackson's experiencing a kidney transplant and his life as a whol;e Years ago a 12 year old by the name of Keith Jackson met the wheels of steels for the first time. From that point, I had touched them and it was meant to be, notes Keith, who added ever since then Ive never stopped. Keith is now known as DJ Kool Keith, one of Connecticuts most well known and highly respected DJs. Kool Keith isnt simply using CT as a starting point, though. Born in the Bridgeport area, Kool Keith feels a deep connection with his home state, explaining "this is where I started. My belief is where I start, thats where I gotta have a powerhouse, thats where I gotta be in order to get to a level where I'll feel comfortable and successful. With Connecticut as his homebase Kool Keith has developed a reputation as the DJ everybody wants to work with. He's done shows up and down the east coast, from Connecticut to Florida. His first show, however, wasnt

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Interviewed dj kool keith Jackson and Linda mendelsohn from the kidney foundation we discussed kidney disease and keith jackson's experiencing a kidney transplant and his life as a whol;e Years ago a 12 year old by the name of Keith Jackson met the wheels of steels for the first time. From that point, I had touched them and it was meant to be, notes Keith, who added ever since then Ive never stopped. Keith is now known as DJ Kool Keith, one of Connecticuts most well known and highly respected DJs. Kool Keith isnt simply using CT as a starting point, though. Born in the Bridgeport area, Kool Keith feels a deep connection with his home state, explaining "this is where I started. My belief is where I start, thats where I gotta have a powerhouse, thats where I gotta be in order to get to a level where I'll feel comfortable and successful. With Connecticut as his homebase Kool Keith has developed a reputation as the DJ everybody wants to work with. He's done shows up and down the east coast, from Connecticut to Florida. His first show, however, wasnt exactly in a traditional spot. My first event was a party in a hall at a church

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Alphonso McGriff III, a Hartford, Connecticut native, is an award winning hair stylist, a public speaker, author, poet, writer, and inventor. He has recently finished his first book "The Book of ABE," which will be available for sale in July 2012. He has been awarded such honors as "Citizen of the Year," "Community Allstar," "Male Role Model," and recently been recognized by the local Mayor and Governor with the "City of Hartford Helping Hands Award." For the past 18 years Alphonso has been developing The McGriff Approach to Effective Communication by moderating well organized conversation forums that use an interactive reasoning and problem solving format. Ultimately, the goal is personal growth through understanding. The result is an interactive seminar designed for those who are interested in having a Conscious Conversation, or simply want to acquire tools for becoming a more productive and positive effective communicator. According to the "McGriff" communications model, a Conscious Conversation is an informed, reasoned, and progressive approach to Effective Communication. This approach promotes skill enhancement in the areas of Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Resolution, and Critical Thinking. Such skills are essential for navigating and negotiating one's place in an increasingly global society. Alphonso presently has a DVD available for sale which covers in detail, the "Ground Rules" associated with the McGriff Approach to Effective Communication.

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Interviewed tremayne france founder of driven2inspire a motivational speaking company.

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Interviewed Seth L. Poole is the Program Director at the Boys & Girls Club of New Haven. In this role, Seth oversees the all program staff in their implementation of core programs. He also manages the volunteers and the facilitation of the mentoring program. Prior to this role, Seth was at Project M.O.R.E. as an Intervention Specialist where he delivered culturally competent services to clients and reinforced the importance of client accountability and motivation to change negative behaviors. Seth's other past experiences include the Alumni Advisor at the Amistad Academy and as a multitasking Paraprofessional with the New Haven Public School System. Interviewed seth poole program director of the new haven boys and girls club Seth has bachelor's degree in International Studies from Trinity College. He has experience teaching English as a second language in China and he is the co-founder of the Positive Young Brothers Movement. Seth has served as the chair of the Whalley/Edgewood/ Beaver Hill Community Management Team and currently serves as a Democratic Committee Co-chair in Ward 24 of New Haven

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Interviewed Walford Campbell owner of metropcs in Waterbury on his life and rise to business owner

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Part 2 Interviewed - Michael North of the show Shushybye on BabyFirst television Discussed his life and the show that focuses on educational approach to entertainment toddlers.

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INTERVIEWED TONIA GRADY AUTHOR 'FATHERLESS LIKE ME: GROWING UP WITHOUT DAD' is a wonderfully crafted inspiring children's book that triumphs over the difficulties of fatherlessness with heart, faith and soul! First-time authors', 9-year old Skylar and her mother, Tonia Grady teamed up to write this children's book in hopes to help other kids learn how to work through their feelings about missing their father. This mother and daughter writing duo used a cup of real life, a pinch of fiction, a dash of fantasy and a layer of fun as the ingredients for this powerful little book. The reality is…life without dad is hard for Skylar and she has to learn to deal with the pain and sadness she feels. This is the first book in a three-part series about Skylar's life and personal experiences as she grows up without her father. "This book has truly been a labor of love for me and my daughter! We are happy to share our story and connect with other kids and single moms who may be going through the same struggles," says co-author, Tonia Grady.