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In this episode, we sat down with pro basketball player Nya Jordan to talk about her journey in the game of basketball in this episode of Hoop Dreams. Those big dreams aren't all that unusual. According to a recent poll from NPR, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 26 percent of U.S. parents whose children in high school play sports hope their child will become a professional athlete one day. Among families with household incomes of less than $50,000 annually, the number is 39 percent. Support the show HERE Support the show

In the episode, we discuss Yoga, Yoga is a combination of spiritual, physical, and mental discipline originated in India. It is a holistic discipline based on an extremely subtle science, majorly focusing on bringing harmony between body and mind. Yoga is well-known for the promotion of health, management, disease prevention, of many lifestyle-related disorders. Support the show HERESupport the show

In this episode,  we sat down with critically acclaimed author Acamea Deadwiler to discuss her journey to becoming a writer. Writing for a living offers a ton of advantages – you get to choose when and where you work, and with whom. No wonder this promise of creative and personal freedom attracts so many people. But the truth is that most of them don’t want to think about the practicalities of becoming a full-time freelance writer. They don’t want to think about the uncertainty, the rejection, the self-doubt. They don’t want to think about all the small, unglamorous tasks that make life as a writer possible. Support the show HERESupport the show

In this episode, we focus on Bookstrapping your company. Bootstrapping is likely to be part of the history of nearly every successful company. In many cases, these companies are entirely bootstrapped before management accepts venture capital or other means of outside funding. Entrepreneurs who are self-made—that is, they bootstrapped their way to success—are a rare breed. To start a business and bring it to successful fruition takes a sound mix of confidence, risk tolerance, self-discipline, determination, and competitiveness. Bootstrappers take an idea—and using talent and professionalism—build a worthwhile business without the backing from investors and having little or no starting capital. It takes great dedication, sound work ethics, and pure single-mindedness to achieve success this way. Some of the greatest entrepreneurs—such as Sam Walton and Steve Jobs—exemplify these characteristics. Support us HERESupport the show

In this episode, we talk about the things black Americans do just to make other Americans feel comfortable when they are around us. It's sad that one American has to do this for another American in 2021. Support us HERE Support the show

In this episode, I talk about my experience having the virus. If you continue to have no symptoms, you can be with others after 10 days have passed since you had a positive viral test for COVID-19. Most people do not require testing to decide when they can be around others; however, if your healthcare provider recommends testing, they will let you know when you can resume being around others based on your test results. Support the show HERESupport the show

In this episode, we talk about how throughout the 17th and 18th centuries people were kidnapped from the continent of Africa, forced into slavery in the American colonies, and exploited to work. Support the show HERESupport the show

You Don't Owe Your Company Undying Loyalty. Let's be clear about the nature of the employer-employee relationship. Don't fall asleep on your career! In particular, don't let misguided loyalty put you to sleep. A job is based on a business transaction. Support the show @ Derrickkirk.com Support the show

Gun politics is an area of American politics defined by two primary opposing ideologies about civilian gun ownership. People who advocate for gun control support increasing regulations related to gun ownership; people who advocate for gun rights support decreasing regulations related to gun ownership. Support the show @ derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

Many people do not know about the credit scoring system—much less their credit score—until they attempt to buy a home, take out a loan to start a business, or make a major purchase. In this episode, we talk about the importance of having and maintaining good credit.  Your credit score is a representation of your credit history through a three-digit number between 301 and 850. It is used as an indication of trustworthiness by lenders, who use the number as a way to help predict how you'll treat their credit line based on your financial history. Support the show @ Derrickkirk.com Support the show

In this episode, I talk about homeownership and how adults struggle with it, and how it should be taught in schools. Basic personal financial skills are one of the most important things you can do to live a healthy, happy, and secure life. Your level of understanding around the fundamentals of budgeting, saving, debt, and investing will impact every part of your life and can mean the difference between prosperity or poverty. Support us @ http://derrickkirk.com/Support the show

In this episode, I talk about the details of a trump rally at a "Black Voices for Trump" event in Atlanta, Georgia, Trump announced what his campaign dubbed a "Platinum Plan" laying out his "promise to Black America" if he wins a second term. Support us at @ http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this episode, we highlighted the Texans & Chiefs Show Of Unity. The end zones featured the phrases “It Takes All Of Us” and “End Racism.” Players could also choose phrases or names of those victimized by police brutality to be put on the back of their helmets. An NFL video promoting social justice played on the in-house big screen and the NBC broadcast opened with a video doing the same. Support the show @ http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this episode, we focus on the fear of sending our kids back to school in the current climate. Schools provide more than just academics to children and adolescents. In addition to reading, writing and math, students learn social and emotional skills, get exercise, and have access to mental health support and other services that cannot be provided with online learning. For many children and adolescents,  schools are safe places to be while parents or guardians are working.  For many families, schools are where kids get healthy meals, access to the internet and other vital services. So I sat down with two of the industries best to learn more. Learn more about my guest hereSupport the show

In this episode, I wanted to help listeners understand All Lives Matter Supporters. We here at the show support the BLM. Black Lives Matter is a decentralized movement advocating for non-violent civil disobedience in protest against incidents of police brutality and all racially motivated violence against Black people. Support the show @ http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this episode, I wanted to clear up the common misunderstandings surrounding the coronavirus. Although most people with COVID-19 have mild to moderate symptoms, the disease can cause severe medical complications and lead to death in some people. Older adults or people with existing chronic medical conditions are at greater risk of becoming seriously ill with COVID-19. So please educate yourself and stay healthy, support the show @ www.derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this episode, I want to speak to those struggling with fear trying to pursue their goals. Whether someone's dream is to write a book or build a business, almost everyone experiences fear. And many people allow those fearful thoughts to talk to them out of living their dream. I understand these fears completely. So I want to share my experiences dealing with fear. Support the show @ http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this episode, we want to speak to the hearts of the entrepreneurs of the world. Starting a business can be one of the most exciting and nerve-wracking occasions of your life. While no exact formula for success exists, you can take a few steps to improve the odds of your business survival. Support the show @ http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this episode I wanted to honor and share my thoughts on the 44th president of the united states of america legacy. Obama is a part of our past now, but what he's done for this country will echo through generations long after we are gone. And I wanted to remind you what some of those things are. I hope you enjoy, Show your support @  http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show

In this welcome message, the former orphan now successful entrepreneur introduces his latest project, My Thoughts with Derrick Kirk Podcast. The Series features personal stories, news and education from the prospective of someone who has lived a life you only see in movies and read in books. My Thoughts with Derrick Kirk Podcast debuts July 2020 Show your support at http://derrickkirk.com/podcast/Support the show