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This episode is about the Black Man’s perspective. You’ll hear from black men and young black men from ages 12-45 share their perspectives on police officers, police brutality, mental health, being able to release their emotions, and what life has been like thus far living in the world as a black man. Thank you for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣ The men featured in this episode:⁣ Huey P. Newton (audio clip from YT from KPIX-TV’s People Are Talking episode)⁣ Akmed Lorence (audio clip from YT from archives videos from the 1950s & 1960s that was used in a PBS series) ⁣ Jerome (IG @jaydamayor15)⁣ Grant⁣ Brandon⁣ William V⁣ William IV⁣ Devin⁣ Willie (IG @thething_aboutus)⁣ George (IG @noceilingsallsky)⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: @unpackingthebox ⁣⁣ Websites: https://linktr.ee/Linnea?fbclid=PAAaYvpzcKobYVZKDRt5b24kh37E1FEjztt9fB4bFW9KML3S84sPMc-p3crXo_aem_th_AbCfo6PUmztH5U8ezvRA33bFVcJkwHO3wybdsDww_kLemb77O6Yn573LsIBOwsoayIo⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Celeste Fernandez who is a Grief Recovery Coach, and the Founder of Mindfull Presence. In this episode, she talked about the many forms of grief, how she helps people break free from the chains of trauma & grief, and so much more! ⁣Thank you for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣ Connect with Celeste Fernandez:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: @mindfullpresence ⁣ Website: https://www.mindfullpresence.com/⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: @unpackingthebox ⁣ Websites: https://linktr.ee/Linnea?fbclid=PAAaYvpzcKobYVZKDRt5b24kh37E1FEjztt9fB4bFW9KML3S84sPMc-p3crXo_aem_th_AbCfo6PUmztH5U8ezvRA33bFVcJkwHO3wybdsDww_kLemb77O6Yn573LsIBOwsoayIo⁣ ⁣ ⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m discussing the cost of fame and so much more! ⁣ ⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: @unpackingthebox ⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Brittany Inge who is an actress, a multi-hyphenate artist, and activist! She talked about what led her into a journey of acting, portraying Ashley James on “The Ms. Pat Show”, and so much more! ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ For women’s history month, I also shine a light on gospel singer and activist, Mahalia Jackson. ⁣ ⁣⁣ Connect with Brittany Inge:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: @brittanyinge ⁣⁣ Website: https://www.brittanyinge.com/?fbclid=PAAaYnsos1FVIi_TCjz3BxnqM_0p5yrO-qmFyqTST758jCWk_GF2weMqPYrG4⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Valentino Hart Jr. who is a Kindergarten Counselor, Content creator, influencer, and model. He talked about what led him into becoming a Kindergartner Counselor, his passion for working/helping kids, mindset, creating content, and so much more! ⁣ For women’s history month, I also shine a light on Alena Analeigh who is the youngest person of color to be accepted into medical school in the United States. ⁣ Connect with Valentino:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: @valentinohartjr ⁣ Tiktok: @valentinohart⁣ YouTube: @valentinohartjr⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m discussing why so many of us are obsessed with True Crime!! Also, I shine a light on a beautiful, powerful, and beyond talented gymnast who paved the way, Dianne Durham! ⁣ ⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: @unpackingthebox ⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m updating you on my life and the obstacles. God is good! Thankful & Grateful always!! ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: @unpackingthebox ⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Joey Pagano who is a Licensed Social Worker, Author, Motivational speaker, Certified recovery, family, and forensic specialist! He talked about battling drug addiction which lead him onto a journey of becoming a social worker, his upcoming book release, No Addict Left Behind 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱, and so much more! Thanks for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ Connect with Joey:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Facebook: Joey Pagano ⁣ Instagram: @gratefulclean ⁣⁣ Twitter: @gratefulclean7⁣ Website: https://noaddictleftbehind.life/?fbclid=PAAaYxSEOsMfN-SKzz1eIN2IYhw7aO4Jnpb1hGNTpbpDstzMu6dc7g6leNCAs⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with writer, speaker, the daughter of the late great comedian Bernie Mac, Je’Niece McCullough! She talked about her love for writing, finding her own path & identity, the challenges she faced being the daughter of a celebrity, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣ Connect with Je’Niece:⁣ Instagram: @berniesdaughter⁣ Tiktok: @berniesdaughter⁣ Blog: https://medium.com/@berniesdaughter⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: @unpackingthebox ⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

Remember your why, the passion, and the love you have for creating! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Kimberly who is the owner of Vela Haven (a birthing services practice). Kimberly is a Doula, Sleep Specialist, and Author‼️She talked about what led her to starting Vela Haven, specific birthing services she offers, her newly released journal “My Pregnancy Haven”, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Connect with Kimberly:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Website: https://velahaven.com/⁣ Instagram: @velahaven ⁣ Purchase “My Pregnancy Haven”: https://www.amazon.com/My-Pregnancy-Haven-Postpartum-Preparedness/dp/B0BRLW4TSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=My+pregnancy+haven&qid=1673540268&sr=8-1⁣ ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with singer, actor, writer, and producer Bradd Marquis! He talked about his journey into pursuing music professionally, his upcoming tour, ⁣ "THE MUSIC OF SAM COOKE - A CHANGE IS GONNA COME TOUR" STARRING BRADD MARQUIS, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Connect with Bradd Marquis:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Facebook: BRADD MARQUIS ⁣ Instagram: @BRADDMARQUIS ⁣ Twitter: @BRADDMARQUIS ⁣ YouTube: BRADD MARQUIS YouTube⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with HIV Educator, Motivational Speaker, and Author Renee “LadyByrd”Burgess! She talked a little bit about how she contracted HIV from her then husband, some misconceptions when it comes to HIV & AIDS, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Connect with Renee “LadyByrd” Burgess:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Website: https://www.ladybyrdofficial.com/ ⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: @ladybyrdofficial⁣ Twitter: @LadyByrd904 ⁣⁣⁣ Facebook: @LadyByrd ⁣ ⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Singer/Songwriter Tanya Nolan! She talked about how music chose her, her Billboard Top 25 single, "MY BEST,” and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣ Connect with Tanya Nolan:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Website: www.TanyaNolan.net ⁣⁣ Instagram: @TanyaNolan ⁣⁣ Twitter: @TanyaNolan ⁣⁣ Facebook: /IamTanyaNolan ⁣⁣ Tanya Nolan's Youtube⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Mindset & Energy Coach Earl Kapule! He talked about his why, finding gratitude, THE GRATITUDE MINDSET, maintaining a positive mindset, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Connect with Earl Kapule:⁣⁣⁣ Tiktok: earlkapule⁣ Instagram: mr_kapule ⁣ Facebook: Earl Kapule⁣ ⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Content Creator, Tiktok VIRAL Star, Nisha Godfrey who went viral for her review of a chicken salad from 81st DELI in Cleveland, Ohio! She talked about life after going viral, her goals for 2023, being authentic, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Connect with Nisha:⁣⁣ Tiktok: onlynishaa_⁣⁣ Instagram: onlynishaa_⁣⁣ Merch: https://its-superior.creator-spring.com/⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Kenzie! She is the Owner of Kurated, with Love! She talked about why she became an Entrepreneur, the challenges that come with running a business, balance, her amazing products, and so much more! This episode is filled with so many gems, and so much laughter! Enjoy & Thank you for listening! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Connect with Kenzie here:⁣⁣⁣ Website: https://www.kuratedwithlove.com/⁣⁣ Instagram: kuratedwithloveco ⁣⁣⁣ Twitter: kuratedwithloveco ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Financial Literacy & Pay Equity Advocate Clifton Corbin. He talked about what led him into a journey of helping parents in regards to their kid’s money, his book Your Kids, Their Money, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ Connect with Clifton here:⁣ Web: CliftonCorbin.com⁣ Email:info[at]cliftoncorbin.com⁣ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdcorbin/⁣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdcorbin_⁣ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cdcorbin⁣ Facebook: https://facebook.com/CliftonDCorbin⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Paranormal Investigator Kristy Sumner. She is one of Soul Sisters Paranormal! She talked about what led her into becoming a Paranormal Investigator, her various experiences at historic & reportedly haunted places, including Lizzie Borden’s House, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Connect with Kristy and the team! ⁣ Instagram: _soulsistersparanormal_⁣ YouTube: Soul Sisters Paranormal ⁣ Facebook: Soul Sisters Paranormal ⁣ ⁣⁣Website: https://www.soulsistersparanormal.com/ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support

In this episode, I’m chatting with Violinist, GenieontheStrings! She talked about her love & connection with the violin, and so much more! Thank you for tuning in! ⁣ ⁣ ⁣Connect with GenieontheStrings! Instagram: genieonthestrings_ YouTube: GenieontheStrings Tiktok: genieonthestrings ⁣ Keep up with your host, Linnea!⁣ Instagram: unpacking_the_box_podcast ⁣ See what I’m up to!⁣ https://linktr.ee/Linnea⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/linnea-38/support