The Hurricane Agnes Flood of 1972 was the costliest in American history up to that time, with damage sweeping across eight states, and Tim Palmer, then a land-use planner in central Pennsylvania, lived at the storm’s epicenter. During the first day of torrential rain, he had no idea that the impending flood would inundate whole cities by surprise, overtop dams no one ever expected to fill, sever levees, and transform the place where he, and many others, had been living so peaceably into a war zone. In SEEK HIGHER GROUND: The Natural Solution to Our Urgent Flooding Crisis, Palmer, now an award ..read more

When last we talked with Archie L. Jones, he'd recently founded his NxGen COACH Network for leaders and its companion podcast. He's recently published a book, "The Treasure You Seek: A Guide to Developing and Leveraging Your Leadership Capital." He's also coaching and mentoring small business leaders including Terri-Nichelle Bradley who joins us on today's show. Bradley is founder of the Atlanta Based Brown Toy Box. Her female and minority-owned toy business has achieved great growth. She credits much of that success to the lessons learned and coaching from Jones. Together we discuss what it t ..read more

A Pew Research study shows that most (56%) support DEI efforts in the workplace. However, employers’ main concern remains performance, but what they fail to realize is employee performance is synonymous with confidence at work. For many people of color, they do not always have self-assurance on the job because they are fighting to be included, their ideas to be valued and to have a voice. Career Consultant Velera Wilson, who is the Founder of Positive Identity of Atlanta, says, “It’s really important that employers find ways to create a work culture that allows workers to truly thrive so they ..read more

Dr. John Lipman is a leading interventional radiologist and guest on the program. In our conversation, we delve into the critical issue of fibroids in women's health. The discussion covers what fibroids are, their symptoms, and the risk factors that contribute to their development. We explore various treatment options, with a particular focus on Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive technique championed by Dr. Lipman. Our conversation examines the advantages of UFE over traditional surgical methods, its impact on fertility, and patient recovery expectations. Additionally, we ..read more

The Decatur chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will sponsor Protecting Our Women At All Costs, a health fair and discussion focused on combating domestic violence. Bodae Vogt joins me to discuss their efforts in DeKalb this weekend. The event will take place at Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy, 3250 Rainbow Dr., Decatur, GA., on Saturday, April 27th. Speakers will include Dekalb County Sheriff Melody Maddox, April Ross, executive director of Georgia Commission on Family Violence and Georgia State Rep. Omari Crawford. In addition to speakers and resource tables for assistance and counsel ..read more

During National Crime Victims Rights Week, local law enforcement jurisdictions work to raise awareness among survivors of the rights they have. Solicitor-General Keith Gammage reports that approximately every two days, someone in Georgia is murdered in an incident of domestic violence. Victim Advocates are available to help. In Fulton County call 404-612-6883 for assistance, court related questions or to speak with a victim advocate or to obtain family counseling. Solicitor Gammage and others from his office are my guests for this episode of Perspectives ..read more

More than a third of Americans (35%) do not plan on discussing the transfer of wealth with their families, according to new research from Edward Jones. Despite this, nearly half of Americans (48%) plan to leave an inheritance. This is all part of the Great Wealth Transfer, when Baby Boomers and the Silent Generation will pass down an estimated $84.4 trillion in assets through 2045. Talking about inheritance can be uncomfortable and nearly impossible to separate emotions from financial decisions, but experts say it’s critical for family harmony. Olivia Ewing with Edward Jones is my guest to dis ..read more

Colorectal cancer has jumped from being the fourth leading cause of cancer death in men and women under 50 years old to first in men and second in women in less than two decades. The American Cancer Society recommends that people at average risk of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45. By increasing screening rates in people 45 to 49 years old, including awareness of convenient, noninvasive stool tests, we can help reverse this trend. Dr. Bruce Waldholtz of the American Cancer Society tell us that in Georgia, only 64% of people aged 45 and older are up to date on their colorecta ..read more

No family prepares for cancer. The local nonprofit Cure Childhood Cancer does. Central to the group’s mission is supporting families devastated by a childhood cancer diagnosis. My guest today for Perspectives is Kristin Connor, Cure Childhood Cancer’s Chief Executive Officer. March is the Month of Giving for Jersey Mike's subs and 100-percent of all sales this week are going to charity. Cure Childhood Cancer will benefit this week by your having lunch, a snack or taking the team after practice to a Jersey Mike's Subs in Atlanta, Athens, Macon, and Columbus. Only 4% of every federal dollar spen ..read more

MEQ stands for Mindset, Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Qualities and is the foundation Dr. Sabine Charles uses to coach leaders and executives. Charles is an author, public speaker and professional certification exam tutor. Charles believes leadership is not just about vision; it's about creating a connection that inspires. She says with Leadership MEQ, her students develop the skills to lead not just with strategy, but also with heart. Charles puts her theories to the test via virtual leadership seminars and a hybrid course and gratitude and growth retreat this fall ..read more