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The noise of the politics. The noise of the media punditry. The noise of the blame shifting. The noise of the silence. It’s all drowning out the noise of those who are feeling so heavy and hurt and broken and bewildered. And devalued. So I gathered black voices, voices of those who are lamenting right now, to share what they are feeling in this American moment. The episode The Black People Speak is in your podcast feeds now from The Altitude Collective. Stop listening to people commentating on how we feel. I dare you to listen to actual black people as they lament.

In this episode, Meiko invites two friends in the Race Equity space to help him process his feelings and thoughts surrounding Ahmaud Arbery, 26, who was shot and killed while jogging in a Georgia neighborhood. The episode ends with a special announcement. Warning: This episode is raw and may not be suitable for all ages. It is an episode where Meiko and his guest are processing feelings on the spot.

In addition to hand washing and disinfectants, people are looking for more innovative ways to help protect themselves against the coronavirus. It’s no secret that food can be used to support our immune system and enhance our mental health.  Decades of research has confirmed that certain nutrients in food have powerfully medicinal benefits. However, food choices are just one piece of the puzzle. Getting good quality sleep, managing stress, being active and of course washing your hands all play a pivotal role in impacting our immune function and mental health.  Research studies: Vitamin C and immune function https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5707683/Many apples a day keep the blues away--daily experiences of negative and positive affect and food consumption in young adults. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23347122 On carrots and curiosity: eating fruit and vegetables is associated with greater flourishing in daily life. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25080035Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28483500

In this episode, Simone seymour takes over the podcast and interviews podcast creator, Meiko Seymour. Not only that, she invites Bianca Mieses to join her in chatting with Meiko. The episode focuses on how saying yes can lead you to your wildest dreams.

On today's episode, we’re hearing from Brad Gray. We last heard from brad in episode 12 of season one. In the episode, Brad walked us through what it was like to do ministry in the context that he was. A lot has changed since that conversation!

In this episode, James Tully joins us to talk about being the media. James is a news anchor for ABC action news in the Tampa Bay television market, the number one market in Florida. We have a robust conversation about what got him into news, what it’s like doing the news, and the responsibility he feels as a news anchor.

Be sure to listen to the episode featuring Kristopher James in Season one by clicking here. Check out Kristopher James' music here!

In part two of the Cultural Identity episode, Bianca answers the question, "Are all white people racist?" We also get to hear from Alyssa Bedard answer the very same question as a white woman.

Click here to learn more about Courageous Conversation.Click here to learn more about The Foundation for a Healthy St. PeteClick here to learn more about NPR's Code Switch Podcast

To learn more about Daniel Gray, head to danielgray.cc You can also follow him on social media @danielgray

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Before season 2 launches, Meiko gives a brief overview of what you can expect from the show this season.

You can find Mayor Rick Kriseman on Twitter!You can find out more about the city of Saint Petersburg by heading to their website.

Find Anthony on TwitterHere is where you can read the online magazine that Anthony curates, St. Pete Rising.

You can find Pastor Brad Gray’s blogs and podcasts at graceupongrace.com

In this episode, Meiko chats with Pastor Bianca Stingl on what it's like to be a woman in ministry, diversity in the church and how she balances it all.

In this episode, Meiko chats with his friend Dez Duron on breaking the mold of what his life may have looked like into what it does now! This episode features music from this singer/songwriter and is a really fun one to listen to.

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Racism in America exists. In this episode, Meiko explores what it's like to be white and black in America.

Racism in America exists. In this episode, Meiko explores what it's like to be white and black in America.