<![CDATA[Know Good People]]>2c6b3a03-e4d2-56f7-bd5a-ec1912a14c72Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:12 +0000Captivate.fmVera Smith Winfreehttps://artwork.captivate.fm/140979c6-5ebc-42ef-a280-2727278942b5/2HVIJ6dfeTCDqro19hPzLEOG.pngKnow Good PeopleVera Smith WinfreeVera Smith WinfreeThe Know Good People Podcast is a bi-monthly journey into the conversations I have with friends and strangers, stockpiling great stories and mini memoirs of the people I admire, giving life to their passions, projects, ideas and everyday musings.https://www.knowgoodpeople.comyesepisodicnopodcastDr. Nate Reiger, author of Compassionate AccountabilityDr. Nate Reiger, author of Compassionate AccountabilityDr. Nate Reiger, CEO of Next Element Consulting, discusses how compassionate accountability can help transform a culture in a positive, more productive direction.

]]>Dr. Nate Reiger, CEO of Next Element Consulting, discusses how compassionate accountability can help transform a culture in a positive, more productive direction.

]]>cc710e47-aecc-424d-b9f7-972f6898e661Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -040032:18yesfull2112112Vera Smith WinfreeAnne Carmack -Multidisciplinary Artist that studies the Multidimensional variations of personal narrativesAnne Carmack -Multidisciplinary Artist that studies the Multidimensional variations of personal narrativesEmbracing a wide range artistic medias such painting, filmmaking, story telling, creative writing and poetry, Anne begins by telling us her painful yet inspiring story that shaped and molded her early acknowledgment of her hearts passions. Anne allows the ups and downs of life's journeys and the friendships she has cultivated and nurtured to make meaningful and monumental impacts on her career, paving the way for her to grow, do, and inspire.

]]>Embracing a wide range artistic medias such painting, filmmaking, story telling, creative writing and poetry, Anne begins by telling us her painful yet inspiring story that shaped and molded her early acknowledgment of her hearts passions. Anne allows the ups and downs of life's journeys and the friendships she has cultivated and nurtured to make meaningful and monumental impacts on her career, paving the way for her to grow, do, and inspire.

]]>8657f641-3f83-40fc-a893-e57f54918d4bFri, 28 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -040056:56yesfull2102102Vera Smith WinfreeDr. Mia Kirk -Educator and Researcher on Black Teacher Affinity GroupsDr. Mia Kirk -Educator and Researcher on Black Teacher Affinity GroupsJoin in as we talk to Dr. Mia Kirk and dive into her extensive research and dissertation on education from the views of African American/Black teachers and their experiences with ç. An amazing person, inside and out, who strives for the betterment of education for all people of color teachers and students. Having an amazing start through the love of music. It's not an understatement to say that Dr. Kirk is an high value and established researcher. Backed by not only educational degrees from Harvard and Teachers College of Columbia University, with years of hands of experience, Dr. Mia Kirk takes us on a detailed look into her professional research and studies she has done in education, specifically to help and empower teachers of color, but also bring forth attention to diversity and unspoken issues in educational work spaces.

]]>Join in as we talk to Dr. Mia Kirk and dive into her extensive research and dissertation on education from the views of African American/Black teachers and their experiences with ç. An amazing person, inside and out, who strives for the betterment of education for all people of color teachers and students. Having an amazing start through the love of music. It's not an understatement to say that Dr. Kirk is an high value and established researcher. Backed by not only educational degrees from Harvard and Teachers College of Columbia University, with years of hands of experience, Dr. Mia Kirk takes us on a detailed look into her professional research and studies she has done in education, specifically to help and empower teachers of color, but also bring forth attention to diversity and unspoken issues in educational work spaces.

]]>a1550e27-cd5b-40f0-a352-a605db0b5612Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -040053:32yesfull29292Vera Smith WinfreeSheena Drummond, Doula & Childbirth EducatorSheena Drummond, Doula & Childbirth EducatorA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Sheena is the founder of Shades of Healing Therapy. Her practice centers around the areas of trauma, perinatal and postpartum mental health, veterans, and couples. In addition to empowering individuals, couples, and families to pursue a sense of balance and holistic wellbeing, Sheena is also a doula and childbirth educator.

]]>A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Sheena is the founder of Shades of Healing Therapy. Her practice centers around the areas of trauma, perinatal and postpartum mental health, veterans, and couples. In addition to empowering individuals, couples, and families to pursue a sense of balance and holistic wellbeing, Sheena is also a doula and childbirth educator.

]]>252b53fc-6d71-4984-b43d-31349c153aebTue, 04 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -040048:30yesfull28282Vera Smith WinfreeChef Dee of Passports & PlattersChef Dee of Passports & PlattersD’Anna Murphy, also know as Chef Dee, is the owner of Passports and Platters.  An exceptional chef and hospitality professional, Chef Dee's passion is to provide a stellar experience to all in search of a great meal.

]]>D’Anna Murphy, also know as Chef Dee, is the owner of Passports and Platters.  An exceptional chef and hospitality professional, Chef Dee's passion is to provide a stellar experience to all in search of a great meal.

]]>b5379eb9-6f2f-435e-a1c0-a2fbf6ff2910Sun, 25 Jun 2023 13:45:00 -040048:39yesfull27272Vera Smith WinfreeAsante Asiedu, Founder and CEO of Udeesa Systemics & TechnologyAsante Asiedu, Founder and CEO of Udeesa Systemics & TechnologyFounder and CEO of Udeesa Systemics & Technology, specializing in media & immersive storytelling applied towards increasing engagement within underrepresented communities with applied metaverse technologies.

]]>Founder and CEO of Udeesa Systemics & Technology, specializing in media & immersive storytelling applied towards increasing engagement within underrepresented communities with applied metaverse technologies.

]]>35cb47e3-dd19-49a9-b1ce-192897ef696eWed, 19 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -040037:00yesfull26262Vera Smith WinfreeJohn Lobon - Part 2John Lobon - Part 2John Lobon continues the conversation and shares how his experience on the field led to his successful career in banking and advocacy. 

]]>John Lobon continues the conversation and shares how his experience on the field led to his successful career in banking and advocacy. 

]]>8815f70c-2dab-47ef-ab4a-bdb2706ee585Sun, 02 Apr 2023 02:45:00 -040001:46:40yesfull25252Vera Smith WinfreeJohn Lobon - Part 1John Lobon - Part 1John Lobon is a 1971 football letterwinner and a member of the 'Syracuse 8,' a group of eight Syracuse University football team members who showed extraordinary courage and commitment by advocating the equal treatment of student-athletes and a diverse coaching staff.

]]>John Lobon is a 1971 football letterwinner and a member of the 'Syracuse 8,' a group of eight Syracuse University football team members who showed extraordinary courage and commitment by advocating the equal treatment of student-athletes and a diverse coaching staff.

]]>534b6a4f-f346-42f8-b543-1c7740ce4fbdWed, 22 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040001:38:10yesfull24242Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Mimi Dixon - Beauty in Every ColorMeet Mimi Dixon - Beauty in Every ColorOne of the most stylish, driven and passionate thought leaders in the brand marketing industry, enjoy my conversation with Mimi Colette Dixon, the woman who spearheaded developing Crayola Crayons 24 diverse new colors in 2020.

]]>One of the most stylish, driven and passionate thought leaders in the brand marketing industry, enjoy my conversation with Mimi Colette Dixon, the woman who spearheaded developing Crayola Crayons 24 diverse new colors in 2020.

]]>a6784d19-e388-4c4a-bf08-732c9205e10eThu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -040001:20:37yesfull23232Vera Smith WinfreeRebel de la Paz - Life Changing PassionsRebel de la Paz - Life Changing PassionsRebe is CEO & Founder of RDP Associates LLC, a boutique independent Salesforce consulting firm located within the South Chicagoland area. A mother, a trained writer and a major book nerd are just some of her many titles when she is not involved in her extracurricular activities with other Salesforcians.

]]>Rebe is CEO & Founder of RDP Associates LLC, a boutique independent Salesforce consulting firm located within the South Chicagoland area. A mother, a trained writer and a major book nerd are just some of her many titles when she is not involved in her extracurricular activities with other Salesforcians.

]]>cba630e6-c99c-4839-9c65-fd1ed6480cfeWed, 05 Oct 2022 13:45:00 -040001:22:14yesfull22222Vera Smith WinfreeA Young Woman for the World! Meet Isha!A Young Woman for the World! Meet Isha!In september 2021, Isha founded Women for the World, providing menstrual kits for women and girls in India to address and aide period poverty in India.

Her mission to access and empowerment to girls and women in need is inspiring. A remarkable episode with a remarkable young woman!

]]>In september 2021, Isha founded Women for the World, providing menstrual kits for women and girls in India to address and aide period poverty in India.

Her mission to access and empowerment to girls and women in need is inspiring. A remarkable episode with a remarkable young woman!

]]>3f1eb110-1bb9-469e-a4ca-a711878fd6c2Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:45:00 -040028:46yesfull21212Vera Smith WinfreeDawnita Michelle Brown - Founder and Ceo, Hey Caregiver!Dawnita Michelle Brown - Founder and Ceo, Hey Caregiver!November is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. In this episode, Dawnita shares her story of caregiving and care-living with her Mother, and her creation of Hey Caregiver!, a safe space and community for Black caregivers around the world.

]]>November is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. In this episode, Dawnita shares her story of caregiving and care-living with her Mother, and her creation of Hey Caregiver!, a safe space and community for Black caregivers around the world.

]]>d937927f-25ca-4468-bcd1-509f8d835ba5Mon, 08 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -040059:58yesfull1111111Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Tenja Young, Folk & Palate BakeryMeet Tenja Young, Folk & Palate BakeryTenja is the Ceo and Founder of Folk and Palate Bakery and her tv show The Power of Food, a DC-based food media company and bakery that informs, inspires and bakes in between. A sweet listen and treat!

]]>Tenja is the Ceo and Founder of Folk and Palate Bakery and her tv show The Power of Food, a DC-based food media company and bakery that informs, inspires and bakes in between. A sweet listen and treat!

]]>18deae9d-a99b-475d-95d6-8cf256930175Wed, 20 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -040047:50yesfull1010Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Jacqueline J. Holness, Author, Blogger, JournalistMeet Jacqueline J. Holness, Author, Blogger, JournalistOn this episode of KGP, Jacqueline Holness discusses her debut novel, Destination Wedding, a story of four women’s journeys as they discover that love is not an experiment easily confined to a timetable or perception. Listen as we chat about the book and its characters, as well as Jacqueline's own story of finding love.

Read the book. You won't be disappointed!

]]>On this episode of KGP, Jacqueline Holness discusses her debut novel, Destination Wedding, a story of four women’s journeys as they discover that love is not an experiment easily confined to a timetable or perception. Listen as we chat about the book and its characters, as well as Jacqueline's own story of finding love.

Read the book. You won't be disappointed!

]]>fc9b6106-f21d-4529-8f3b-e624997b7d86Thu, 07 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -040024:55nofull99Vera Smith WinfreeKatrice Claudio - The Brutally Honest CookKatrice Claudio - The Brutally Honest CookOne of the DOPEST creatives, spoken word artist, writer and poet,  food photographer, homebred cook, & word nerd. Get to know and experience the creator of The Brutally Honest Cook.

]]>One of the DOPEST creatives, spoken word artist, writer and poet,  food photographer, homebred cook, & word nerd. Get to know and experience the creator of The Brutally Honest Cook.

]]>a89ff410-ef9c-4a1f-b4ce-78f7e989955dWed, 22 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -040037:17yesfull18181Vera Smith WinfreePause, Heal, Love - Meet Felicia PetwayPause, Heal, Love - Meet Felicia PetwayAn educator, a self-love alchemist, coach, and reiki 2 energy healer, Felicia teaches women to embody self-love and embrace their full power. Listen as she shares her journey to healing and wellness, and her commitment to taking better care of her body, mind, and spirit.

Pause Heal Love

]]>An educator, a self-love alchemist, coach, and reiki 2 energy healer, Felicia teaches women to embody self-love and embrace their full power. Listen as she shares her journey to healing and wellness, and her commitment to taking better care of her body, mind, and spirit.

Pause Heal Love

]]>d97f524f-15dd-4799-b521-c3381da2671aWed, 08 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -040043:04yesfull17171Vera Smith WinfreeCelebrating Black Breastfeeding WeekCelebrating Black Breastfeeding WeekBlack Breastfeeding Week (8/25-8/31) is a national movement which aims to end the gaping racial disparity in breastfeeding rates while also encouraging diversity in the lactation field. This year BBW honors the need for REST with the theme, The Big Pause: Collective Rest for Collective Power.

Learn more about Black Breastfeeding Week, and how our communities can help educate, advocate and celebrate on this special episode of The Know Good People Podcast with guest Milan Spencer, Public Health Professional, Breastfeeding Advocate and Reproductive Justice Advocate.

]]>Black Breastfeeding Week (8/25-8/31) is a national movement which aims to end the gaping racial disparity in breastfeeding rates while also encouraging diversity in the lactation field. This year BBW honors the need for REST with the theme, The Big Pause: Collective Rest for Collective Power.

Learn more about Black Breastfeeding Week, and how our communities can help educate, advocate and celebrate on this special episode of The Know Good People Podcast with guest Milan Spencer, Public Health Professional, Breastfeeding Advocate and Reproductive Justice Advocate.

]]>65f2419e-f504-4ca3-b062-b04fc0869418Tue, 24 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -040044:53yesbonus16161Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Adriane Keepler - Joy is Not CancelledMeet Adriane Keepler - Joy is Not CancelledLover of all things art, music, culture, and fashion, Adriane has a talented eye for trends and sharing it with others! A proud alumna of Spelman College, she’s also a phenomenal style consultant with Stella and Dot, an online fashion jewelry and accessories company.

]]>Lover of all things art, music, culture, and fashion, Adriane has a talented eye for trends and sharing it with others! A proud alumna of Spelman College, she’s also a phenomenal style consultant with Stella and Dot, an online fashion jewelry and accessories company.

]]>7f2e813f-752d-4580-90b6-3a8a8cd7c58eFri, 20 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -040039:20yesfull15151Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Nicole Terry - The Red Chuck ChroniclesMeet Nicole Terry - The Red Chuck ChroniclesBy profession Nicole is in business qcquisitions, but by passion, she is a world traveler and tourist,  and the creator and host of the Red Chuck Chronicles, a podcast offering tips, stories and more on all things travel related.

]]>By profession Nicole is in business qcquisitions, but by passion, she is a world traveler and tourist,  and the creator and host of the Red Chuck Chronicles, a podcast offering tips, stories and more on all things travel related.

]]>b0fd43f0-f0bf-4526-b7dc-44cbf7097d27Fri, 13 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -040041:28yesfull14141Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Maja Holman - Finding Peace Through CreativityMeet Maja Holman - Finding Peace Through CreativityBorn and raised in Kentucky, Maja is a personal injury attorney and the designer and owner of EargasmsGlam, handcrafted earrings incorporating healing crystals.

]]>Born and raised in Kentucky, Maja is a personal injury attorney and the designer and owner of EargasmsGlam, handcrafted earrings incorporating healing crystals.

]]>1ce8f3c7-d576-4603-a289-541f0c363bb1Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -040030:28yesfull13131Vera Smith WinfreeLD Wells - Author, Speaker, Thought Leader, PhilanthropistLD Wells - Author, Speaker, Thought Leader, PhilanthropistAuthor of “An Anthology of Sisterhood”, an award-winning anthology and a devotional entitled, “Prayers from a Grateful Heart”, LD Wells shares her passion for writing, how she uses her platform for community engagement in the arts by partnering with organizations to host literary events, movie screenings and educational forums..

]]>Author of “An Anthology of Sisterhood”, an award-winning anthology and a devotional entitled, “Prayers from a Grateful Heart”, LD Wells shares her passion for writing, how she uses her platform for community engagement in the arts by partnering with organizations to host literary events, movie screenings and educational forums..

]]>54bfa594-c29c-4460-9243-5667b4fd3ff5Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -040049:10yesfull12121Vera Smith WinfreeMeet Clyde Cole - Educator, Community Leader, AdvocateMeet Clyde Cole - Educator, Community Leader, AdvocateAn educator for 30 years in urban communities all over the country but mostly in the NYC area. He’s a national leader in curriculum design and delivery of professional development. Clyde Cole has started 3 schools, a youth center, a nonprofit for boys and young men, and a support organization for social impact educators and leaders.

]]>An educator for 30 years in urban communities all over the country but mostly in the NYC area. He’s a national leader in curriculum design and delivery of professional development. Clyde Cole has started 3 schools, a youth center, a nonprofit for boys and young men, and a support organization for social impact educators and leaders.

]]>c8c2da55-176b-425f-934b-db69ec36e39cFri, 23 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -040049:47yesfull11111Vera Smith WinfreeIntroducing: Know Good People PodcastIntroducing: Know Good People PodcastWelcome to the Know Good People podcast, celebrating good people, doing good things, through good conversation and no topic is ever off limits. People have a good story. Know Good People let's them their share theirs. Sit back and listen as guests share their passions, perspectives, and life journeys.

It's always good to know good people.

]]>Welcome to the Know Good People podcast, celebrating good people, doing good things, through good conversation and no topic is ever off limits. People have a good story. Know Good People let's them their share theirs. Sit back and listen as guests share their passions, perspectives, and life journeys.

It's always good to know good people.

]]>fef3d784-bb58-4aa9-b270-e80483b9aff0Fri, 23 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -040001:18yestrailer111Vera Smith Winfree