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Joy-Ann Reid is a political analyst at MSNBC and host of “AM Joy,” which airs Saturdays and Sundays from 10 A.M. ET to noon ET. Her latest book: The Man Who Sold America: Trump and the Unraveling of the American Story (Harper Collins, 2019), was published in June and is a New York Times best seller. She is the author of the book Fracture: Barack Obama, the Clintons and the Racial Divide (William Morrow/Harper Collins, 2015) and the co-editor, with Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne, of We Are the Change We Seek: The Speeches of Barack Obama (Bloomsbury, 2016).  Reid’s columns and articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, The Miami Herald, New York Magazine and The Daily Beast.  She has previously worked in local TV news, as a talk radio producer and host, and in politics as a Florida press secretary for America Coming Together (2004) and a Florida press aide for the Barack Obama campaign (2008). As the former managing editor of TheGrio.com, Reid led a staff of 12 young journalists in expl

Optimal wellness starts with a healthy heart. In this episode, we celebrate National Heart Month with Holistic Healer and Preventive Medicine Dr. Majid Ali, who shares strategies on fighting heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and bad cholesterol so you can live a long and extraordinary life and adopt a healthier lifestyle. Visit Ali Optimal Wellness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm often asked - "What's your favorite talk show moment?" This is among my best picks: The Reunion of The Jeffersons! In this new IN THE VAULT series, I share some of my favorite ROLONDA! talk show moments from the 90s. The Jeffersons Reunion was certainly one of them, where we get an amazing behind the scenes peek at one of the most beloved sitcoms and sitcom characters of all time. In this episode, I chat with cast members Sherman Helmsley, Marla Gibbs, Isabel Sanford, Mike Evans, Roxie Roker, and more. Developed by groundbreaking television producer Norman Lear, The Jeffersons began in 1975 as as spin-off of All in the Family. It follows a successful African-American couple George and Louise "Weezy" Jefferson as they move on up from working class Queens to a ritzy Manhattan apartment. The sitcom had a strong Fanbase throughout its 11 season run and it never shied away from controversial subjects, including, racism and suicide. In 1981 Isabel Sanford became the first African-American woman in history to wi

America's Psychologist, Dr. Jeff Gardere, helps us deal with grief and mourning as we remember Kobe and Gianna Bryant and the others who perished in that fatal helicopter crash. Dr. Jeff is one of the most widely sought-after experts in the field of mental health. In addition to having a private practice in Manhattan, he is an Associate Professor and Course Director of Behavioral Medicine at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City. Dr. Jeff is also an ordained Interfaith Minister with a Doctorate in Divinity from The New Seminary.  Dr. Jeff Gardere, better known as “America’s Psychologist”, is also a prolific author of four books and a contributing author of a half-dozen books including the brand-new text, “The Causes of Autism”. In addition to being a respected academician, Dr. Jeff has been a contributor to the FOX network, the Today Show, MSNBC, and CNN. Dr. Jeff was the host of VH1’s Dad Camp, and recently was the psychologist on The Housewives of Atlanta. He is also the aftercare coordina

CEO Debra Hubbard shares her famous "Black Don't Crack" branding and trademark secrets and how she reached million dollar success with this one iconic phrase -- just three little words -- that changed her life. "Black Don't Crack" is more than about skin that doesn't wrinkle -- Debra says it's about resilient spirits that don't break, particularly under pressure. She shares her own heart-wrenching story about surviving a bitter divorce that left her "down and out in Windsor Hills" and she prayed for a sign. Debra shares what she learned during those dark days and how reinventing herself was the answer to many a prayer. Her brand is about resilience, inclusion, fortitude, never giving up, and triumphing over adversity, and even dealing with some pesky haters along the way. Get inspired as Debra talks about how failures can be stepping stones to success. Check Debra out at BlackDontCrack.com and her new book -- UNBREAKABLE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nollywood's top award-winning villian, (American Horror Story, Westworld)), turns the Mic on Rolonda in this revealing conversation about acting, stand up comedy, the talk show era, soap operas, books and more. Follow Jasper: http://jaspercole.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Gail Jackson, a prominent OB-GYN, discusses the changes in a woman's body after 40 and things we can do to fight the aging process. From pilates for her private parts, to lady lifts, and hormonal balance, Dr. Gail may have you blushing, but you may well learn ways to cope with the irritability, bloating, dryness, and fatigue that come with being a woman of a certain age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy-Award winning Journalist, Author and Animal Activist, Jane Velez-Mitchell, chronicles many of the sordid secrets behind some of America's most-sensational murder stories in her book, SECRETS CAN BE MURDER: What America's Most Sensational Crimes Tell Us About Ourselves  Jane reveals how the darkest secrets of killers, as well as the vulnerabilities of high-profile victims, are shared by ordinary people.What does our nation's obsession with murder and crime really say about us as a culture and society? Plus, Jane and Ro share their own behind the scenes stories from their days fiercely competing as hungry news reporters for WCBS and WABC -- beating the streets -- and each other -- on some of the biggest murder stories of the day. Hear angles you've never heard before on some of the most sensational crime stories of our time from this award-winning investigative journalist and author. See Jane's activist work for animals at https://janeunchained.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch

Journalist Jacque Reid is one of our many vegan celebrities. She says she loves animals so much she gave up eating meat two years ago and today embraces a strictly vegan diet, which she believes changes lives. Having just launched her new website, VeganSexyCool.com, Jacque hopes to inspire and educate more people about the vast benefits of plant-based living - in your food, clothes, and even beauty products. In addition to being a passionate animal advocate and vegan, Emmy award winner Jacque Reid is a multi media maven. On tv, she’s pulling double duty for NBC, hosting two lifestyle shows… New York Live in New York City and The Hub Today in Boston. Both shows give audiences a daily dose of celebrity news and interviews, as well as the very best these cites have to offer in fashion, food and fun. Jacque can also be seen reporting on entertainment and celebrities as part of NBC’s red carpet team and in the studio for breaking entertainment news. On radio, Jacque is holding it down for the ladies as a correspon

Just in time for Cuffing Season -- those three cold Holiday-driven months when the dating scene goes wild with folks looking for someone special to cuddle with and take to the Holiday parties! Conscious Dating Coach Angela N. Holton urges us single folks to be more intentional about dating and love, but first look deeper inside ourselves and first find love there. Angela is an International Coach and Speaker, Author, and Founder of Love Sanctuary, an online spiritual and personal development site centered on helping individuals create success and transformation through Self-Empowerment and Self-Love.  She is the author of the Ebook, “The Love Sanctuary Guide: 30 Days To Deepen Your Relationship To Love & Abundance,” and Co-Author of “Whispers of the Heart”, “Manifesting Modern Miracles”, and “111 Morning Meditations: Create Your Day With Intention”. Angela writings have appeared on multiple online publications, including, Huffington Post, The Glow Up by The Root, Tiny Buddha, and Elephant Journal. Angela has

CEO Rochelle Weitzner created a new skincare and beauty brand in a flash -- a menopausal flash, that is! Something she admits scared her so much she had to find out more about it. What she reveals in this episode was even scarier; She had nowhere to turn as nobody was talking about this natural change in a woman's body. Not even our mothers! So Rochelle took it up herself to embrace her menopausal years and give voice, community and well-aging beauty products to millions of other women of a certain age in the three stages of menopause. (Many of us don't even know there are three stages!) Her beauty products include, a collagen boosting moisturizer, a cooling mist spray for hot flashes, and a special tool to combat sagging.I first met Rochelle when I joined a group of stand up comedians to perform menopause comedy at the world-famous Caroline's on Broadway for the launch of PAUSE. You'll hear snippets of our sets during this episode. Rochelle believes laughter brings us together and makes even menopause e

Chad Lefevre is a design-thinking business strategist, neuromarketing / communications executive, and a self mastery coach. He has nearly 20 years of executive business and leadership experience including the areas of senior management and operations, business development, branding, marketing, corporate and crisis communications, stakeholder relations and PR, technology design and development, and investor relations that has spanned both the United States and Canada. He has served as CEO, President and CMO for many startup and mid-size companies, in addition to his work as a consultative strategist. His research and study crosses several disciplines, including neuroscience, cybernetics, complexity theory, game theory, behavioral psychology, philosophy and spirituality. His work and career has touched multiple sectors, including entertainment (film, music & gaming), technology (web, mobile & social media), education & edtech, health and wellness, energy, and hospitality. He is currently Founde

Rolonda chats with Healthcare Executive and Entrepreneur Jody Ann Prendergast about the importance of mentorships, failure, and self-sufficiency in entrepreneurial success and sustainment in any business. Jody founded the Essence of a Boss women's conference. She is CEO of her own healthcare agency, servicing the elderly and disabled. As one of the few minorities to own her own award-winning healthcare system, Jody believe that one can  master any given venture; however one has to be strategic and intentional in doing such.Jody's new book is chockfull of tips for budding entrepreneurs - Boss Enough to Start @AmazonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rolonda puts her Dating Challenge to the test, plus Fitness Guru Kathy Smith joins Ro to talk about how men and women both can boost their libido for longer and better sexual health and healing. In fact, Forbes calls Kathy a "Fitness Titan," with her iconic library of exercise videos, podcast and workout app. Kathy's cutting-edge workout  and wellness empire has helped her reach over $500 million in sales. More at KathySmith.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DL Hughley is an American actor, political commentator, radio host, author, and standup comedian. Hughley is best known as the original host of BET's ComicVIEW from 1992 to 1993, the eponymous character on the ABC/UPN sitcom, The Hughley's, and performed in The Original Kings of Comedy. Additionally, he has been the host of CNN's D.L. Hughley Breaks the News, a correspondent for The Jay Leno show on NBC, and a local radio personality and interview in New York City. In early 2013, D.L. Hughley landed in 9th place on Dancing with the Stars.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Change is inevitable. Sometimes we choose change and sometimes change chooses us! In this episode, Rolonda shares her top ten tips for reinvention. Change can be good and give you a fresh new look on life. So, spring into action with Ro and her top tips to easily reinvent yourself!Plus, want to take your reinvention deeper? Enroll today in Rolonda Reinvention Retreat at RolondasRetreat.com.For questions, email Rolonda@Rolonda.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It takes more than month to celebrate the tremendous contributions women have made to this nation and the world. Many historic women we never even hear about - until now. -- as Dr. Julianne Malveaux introduces us to some women the world should truly embrace. Julianne Marie Malveaux is an African-American economist, author, social and political commentator, and businesswoman. She served as President of Bennett College and wrote the book, Surviving and Thriving: 365 Facts in Black Economic HistoryLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes in life you just have to pivot and reinventing yourself could be the answer to making your dreams come true and living a more passionate, productive and purposeful life. Talk Show Host, Philanthropist, Contestant on Dancing with the Stars and Celebrity Apprentice, and now Author of the book, Take 2, Leeza Gibbons shares her inspirational stories of dealing with life's changes - from losing her mother to Alzheimer's, facing a nasty divorce, becoming an empty-nester and leaving her job -- and all at the same time! How does she overcome fear? How does she remain faithful? What important lessons has she learned? Leeza tells all in this conversation with Rolonda on Reinventing Yourself.     (https://leezagibbons.com/)    @LeezaGibbons If you're dealing with change right now, or want to reinvent some aspects of your life, relationships or career, this inspirational episode is a great one for you. Please share with friends. Also -- If you want to take this reinvention talk further, join Rolonda's Reinven

International motivational speaker, life coach strategist, educator, and best-selling author Gary Quinn shares his valuable insights and knowledge with a worldwide audience via his self-help inspirational books, TV and radio appearances, digital downloads and numerous worldwide speaking engagements and seminars. Several of his recent books have become best-sellers in this field and are acknowledged as essential tools for those seeking to improve their lives, business, and relationships.As a skilled intuitive, and trusted adviser to business leaders and executives. Gary is often described as an inspirational intuitive life shifter. His efforts have been called “life-changing. Using his intuitive skills he supports business, development, decisions, and helps create the mission statement for the company or individual project His goal is to help people take control of their lives and to make their life experiences better and more fulfilling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to feel more comfortable and confident when the tough topic of race comes up in your family, office or among friends? Want an action plan and some special techniques to use to keep things calm and compassionate when race talk comes up?In this episode, Rolonda talks with Dr. David Campt, known as The Dialogue Guy, The Race Doctor, and as comedian Trevor Noah of The Daily Show now calls him, The White People Whisperer. Campt introduces us to his new (White) Ally Conversation Toolkit project, through which he encourages us to engage in this important, though difficult dialogue -- not only between Blacks and Whites, but. particularly between Whites and Whites who oftentimes feel extremely uncomfortable and overwhelmed when the daring and difficult discussion of race surfaces. Dr. Campt shares specific take away techniques to help us enjoy a more open, honest, compassionate and empathetic discussion about the tough topics of race and racism in hopes of us avoiding the anger, loud, angry arguments, and di