Beginning: To the new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here brief synopsis of today's conversation. Interview: Joining me today is, Ericka Sumo a Realtor, Insurance Agent, Financial Education Services Rep, and Owner of Universal Manufactured Homes. We spoke a little already about this week's Topic: Credit and the Home Buying Process; Tell me one good thing or positive thing is going on? Tell me one negative thing going on? Tell us where people can find you, follow you or contact you? Facebook: www.facebook.com/therealtorsumo Instagram: www.instagram.com/teamsumo/ Email: [email protected] Why do you feel credit is so important? How are people able to raise their score? Why is home ownership so important? What are the positives and negatives of owning your own home? A Lot of people feel home ownership is unrealistic; too expensive, bad credit, not enough down payment, etc. what would you tell those people? Walk us through the home buying process, step by step. In closing, what do you want the listeners and potential supporters to know about you? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. Dave Chappelle - Reparation for Slavey 2. Curreny - Openings Credits Instrumental 3. Damage HER Instramental Intro  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To the new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here brief synopsis of today's conversation. Interview: Joining me today is, Donelle Cole the founder of Almighty Already LLC, a mentor, business consultant, financial coach and author. We spoke a little already about this week's Topic: How to Self Publish a Book, let get right to the questions; Tell me one good thing or positive thing is going on? Tell me one negative thing going on? Tell us where people can find you, follow you or contact you. I understand you published a book recently, tell us about it? Do you recommend self publishing or going the traditional route? What is the process of having an idea in your mind, to write it down on paper, to getting it digital and ready to print? What about cover art, page texture, illustration and how to sell it online? What should future and current authors expect, both positive and negative? What are some pros of self publishing? What are some cons? What is an obstacle you didn't expect while navigating the process? If you were able to do it again what would you do differently? When it comes to releasing or marketing the book, what do you recommend for others? What worked for you? A book signing, would you recommend it? Why or why not? In closing, what do you want the listeners and potential supporters to know about you? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; Atlanta TransRacial Shinichi Tanabe - Prison Gate Island Theme 1977 WWE Arena Crowd Boo sound effect 2 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To the new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here brief synopsis of today's conversation. Interview: Joining me today is, Njemile Dalocsmiff, BS in Chemistry, CEO of Dolocsmiff LLC-the pop up loc shop serving Okc, Tulsa, Ardmore, Indianapolis, Chicago, Denver, St. Louis and Dallas Fort Worth area. We spoke a little already about this week's Topic: Black Entrepreneurship and Networking Tell me one good thing or positive thing is going on? Tell me one negative thing going on? Tell us where people can find you, follow you or contact you. Talk to us about the brand? The LocSmiff, what does that mean to you? I also see that the logo is of black representation, what made you choose that logo? What is entrepreneurship to you? What are some of the things you feel people overlook? What are some of the things you feel people take for granted? What caused you to choose this path of entrepreneurship? I see you move from state to state on a consistent basis, where did that idea or plan come from to expand outside of the state that you stay in? What would you recommend to those who want to expand their clientele base? What is the hardest obstacle you weren't expecting? What helped you get through it? Walk us through your process from idea to business plan to trademark to making money, walk us through the steps for the next generation. Do you feel a booth or separate work space is needed? Why or why not? In closing, what do you want the listeners and potential supporters to know about you? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. Dr Huey P Newton interviewed in 1988  dropping Heavy Gems 2. Mortal Man 3. Rock 'N' Roll Gangster --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning:  To the new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished.  -Here brief synopsis of today's conversation. Interview: Joining me today is, Dr. Paigton Mayes, a community/health psychologist. Her education includes a Ph.D. in Community psychology and a masters in public health. She is also the owner of AmonBooks.  We spoke a little already about this week's Topic: The Culture of Physical Health in the Black Community.  Tell me one good thing or positive thing is going on?  Tell me one negative thing going on?  Tell us where people can find you, follow you or contact you.  Talk to us about your career path? It seems overwhelming from the outside looking in, what does that mean to you?  What caused you to choose this path?  Tell us about what you have learned, what are people able to do for themselves to help the body function better?  What would it take to start a hospital from scratch?  What are some of the things you feel would be an obstacle?  What are some of the things you feel people wouldn't expect?  If you were able to change one or a few things systematically what would it be or if you were able to have people as a mass perform or stop performing a behavior what would it be?  What will help people get people started?  Walk us through your process from high school graduation to where you are now, if they had a pen and paper what would you have them write down?  In closing, what do you want the listeners and potential supporters to know about you and your?  Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity.  Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube;  Deontay Wilder BLASTS Radio Rahim In His FACE 1  I Never Thought I'd See the Day  Curren$y - Hi Top Whites (Instrumental) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To the new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here brief synopsis of today's conversation. Beginning: Joining me today is Tarod McKnight, a native from Oklahoma. He’s the owner of CRTN-T Multimedia & Production LLC, part-time recording artist, a Pokemon super fan, host of TARODCAST: Grains of Salt to Flavor Life’s Meal, and most importantly, a husband and a father.” We spoke a little already about this week's Topic: How to Start a Podcast from Scratch, let get right to the questions; Tell me one good thing or positive thing is going on? Tell me one negative thing going on? Tell us where people can find you, follow you or contact you. Tarod your podcast or latest work tell us about it. Where can people find it? What made you become interested in starting a podcast? What was your first step? Why do you think a podcast is important, what does it have the power or influence to do? What comes with operating a podcast, the disclaimer if you will? What is something that you didn't expect to run into whether positive or negative? How did you deal with that? For those planning their own podcast what would you tell them or caution them about? What would you have them do instead? What was your biggest obstacle regarding your podcast? Take us through the steps from a thought in the mind, to writing questions or posting on social media. What do they need to prioritize? Do they need guests, how should they format their podcast? What type of technology do they need? Mics, soundproof padding, a live steam? In closing, what do you want the listeners and potential supporters to know about you and your? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. Best Beyond Scared Straight Speech - Six Nine Lieber Prison - Double Homicide 2_1.mp3 2. Curreny - Sixty Seven Turbo Jet [Instrumental] Prod By Harry Fraud + DOWNLOAD LINK_2.mp3 3. Give Me the Night.mp3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To the new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here brief synopsis of today's conversation. Beginning: Joining me today is Cortlen Combs, an atheist, dissident (a person who opposes official policy especially that of an authoritarian state), social contrarian, day trader and an epistemophilia (love of knowledge specifically excessive striving for or preoccupation with knowledge). We spoke a little already about this week's Topic: Constructive Criticism about Specificity and Systematic Inequality How would you describe this podcast to someone, in two sentences? When it comes to the specificity podcast , what are some things you enjoy about it? What are some things you don't enjoy? We aim to get better and better each episode, in your opinion what are we able to do better? What are we able to do worse? What are some things you enjoy from other podcasts that we might be able to incorporate within our podcast? What are some things you dislike from other podcasts that we don't practice? What topics would you like us to address in the future? Who do you feel guest wise would be best to address them? Now, I understand that you listened to our episode #1 What Black People Need From a President with Joey Pozo and have some comments of your own you would like to share about the criminal justice system, what would you like to express to the listeners? What are your final words to the listener? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; Malcolm X Definition of Black.mp3 Sade - Paradise_1.mp3 Freddie Gibbs Madlib - Palmolive Instrumental Audio.mp3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here is a brief synopsis of today’s conversation. This episode we will be addressing the topic: How to Start a Clothing Line from Scratch Joining me today is Lekeytha Dukes, the owner and operator of the Back to My Roots clothing line and organization. We spoke a little already about this week's topic, let get right to the questions; Back to My Roots the clothing line, the brand, the movement where did the inspiration come from? Take us through that light bulb moment. I noticed the image of the logo is that of black or african american representation, why did you choose that logo to represent you? Why is it important for that representation to be seen? Why do you feel that representation isn’t used more often? Walk us through the process of an idea in your head, to a plan on paper, to acting out the plan. What were your major steps and what helped you transition from one step to the next one? How do you juggle everything going on and deal with the feeling of being overwhelmed? For those who want to start a brand or a clothing line, yet don't know how to find the shirts or where to print quality designs or even where and how to effectively advertise their product. What would you tell those individuals? What do they need to prioritize, the key points? What was or is the most difficult part of owning your own business? What would you warn other business owners about before they go through it? What was or is the most satisfying part of owning your own business? Do the cons weigh out in your opinion? Part of a business especially for a clothing line is owning your trademark or mark of trade. What are your thoughts on trademarking logos or images, is it important? Why or why not? Do you have any advice for those going or preparing to go through the process? Last episode we talked about how we as a community need to support our black owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Other than purchasing material, how is someone able to support you or your fellow black owned businesses? How are we as business owners able to help or positively influence our community? What type of events or classes would be beneficial? What is a black owned business to you, what does it represent? In closing, what do you want the audience to take away from you and this conversation, your final words if you will? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by the Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. ALL MUSCLE ALL HUSTLE - Rick Ross Motivational Video 2021 MUST WATCH 2. Twista - Overnight Celebrity Instrumental 3. Swizz Beatz Nas - Echo Instrumental --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To the new listeners and to the regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here is a brief synopsis of today’s conversation. This episode we will be addressing the topic: The Generational Regression from the 1980’s to 2021 Joining me today is Mike Parker, the owner and operator of unlimited fixers, co-owner of 24 hour maintenance and repairs, and business partner of realty of dallas elite. We spoke a little already about this weeks topic which is; the generational regression from the 1980’s to 2021. People might not know this initially but you are from a different generation and are able to see things from a different perspective then someone around my age being born in the 90’s. Let me ask you this what year or time period do you feel the mindset of the black community was at its peak and I will explain what I mean. When did we have our eyes set on the significant things in life like business ownership, generational wealth and economic independence (black wall street; banks, supermarket, schools, etc.)? At our height what was the priority meaning the culture norms? Now presently what is the priority as a whole? How do we mend it or get back focused as a collective? What caused us to stop supporting our own and keeping money in our black owned establishments? When do you feel the culture changed? What actions do you feel contributed? Explain to the audience why black owned businesses are important? Why should we support them and what are they able to do for the community? Now, from an entreprenurial or business owner standpoint what do we need to do as Black businesses to thrive and influence cohesion? What are we able to do to help our community? In closing, what do you want the youth and young adults of today to understand, what do you want them to takeaway from todays conversation? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. Common - The People Instrumental Kanye West 2. Nipsey Hussle - Ocean Views Instrumental Thank you for your time and support, --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

-Here is a brief synopsis of today’s conversation. A listener recommended we take a deeper look into why the host thinks the way he does and what drives him. A counseling session with himself. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. Notorious B.I.G. - Sky's The Limit (Instrumental) 2. Lonnie Liston Smith And The Cosmic Echoes - Renaissance (Full Album) 3. Roc Series Nightmare On Emerson Street Thank you for your time and support. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message

Beginning: To new listeners and to regular listeners. Welcome to specificity, spell it. S.P.E.C.I.F.I.C.I.T.Y. Where we ask specific questions, about specific topics, getting specific answers. The Meaning of specificity is, the state of being clearly defined or identified; to be precise, exact or distinguished. -Here is a brief synopsis of today’s conversation. This episode we will be addressing the topic: Relationships and Gender Roles in the Black Community And joining me today is Barry Irving, a martial artist, a published poet, a short story writer and the founder of Journi’s mixed media coming this December. Barry we spoke a little already about this week's topic, let get right to the questions; What is your definition of a relationship? Where do you think we learn the norms or regular behavior of a relationship? Here is what worries me the most, how is one able to operate in a healthy relationship if they don't know what it looks or feels like? What is the difference between a healthy relationship vs an unhealthy relationship? What is the fundamental Purpose of a woman? What is the fundamental Purpose of a man? In the last episode, what black people need from a president, we touched a little on what caused single parent homes and it was mostly due to economic strain in the black family, the economic advantage of having an absent male and the involvement of the criminal justice system. What do you think happened to cause what we see today when it comes to roles and responsibilities as it relates to single parent homes? What effect do you think single parent homes have had on relationships when it comes to the children? What effect do you think the LGTBQ movement is having on our households and gender roles? What effect do you think it is having on the children? All of the listeners know that my primary focus is the african american/black community. How do we get and keep the black family together meaning black male and black female? What adjustments do you feel are needed to keep us together? My opinion is that as a community we lack self control and discipline. We give in to our temptations too easily and too fast. Speaking selfishly I myself pride myself that I was a husband first and a father second, I feel when you are intentional and specific the results and intention bears a more stable outcome. I feel that if we approached relationships from a long term perspective well before having sexual relations we would be able to avoid alot of the trauma and scorn that inveivitably will be passed on to the offspring of that relationship. Being selfish I want us to stop making baby mothers and make wifes first then mothers and at the same time making husbands first then fathers. What do we tell the youth now to prepare them to make better and more holistic decisions? In closing, what do you want the listeners and potential supporters to know about you and your intentions? Ending: And with that we thank you for joining us on specificity. Sounds are not owned by The Specificity Podcast and can be found on Youtube; 1. Rene & Angela - Your Smile 2. H.E.R. - Damage (Official Video) Thank you for your time and support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/specificitypodcast/message