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DA CREW Podcast

DA CREW Podcast

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 We are the change we desire to see. We won't be moved. We are here to be a voice and to share to help Educate, Empower and Encourage someone to come out their now to a better!!

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  • SC book gal and friends

    SC book gal and friends
    May 6 2026
    Hosted by Patrice Grimball | SC Book Gal & FriendsSC Book Gal & Friends continues its mission of celebrating African American literature, indie authors, and meaningful conversations with a special sit-down featuring MJ Mays, poet and author of the debut poetry collection Erotic Sapiosexual: Suppressed Desires of a Woman.Known for her bold, intimate, and thought-provoking writing, MJ Mays brings readers into a world where sensuality, self-discovery, vulnerability, and communication take center stage. Her poetry explores the emotional and physical layers of desire while encouraging readers—especially women—to embrace their truth without shame.Meet MJ Mays


    MJ Mays is an indie author and poet whose work speaks to the power of personal freedom and honest expression. Her debut collection, Erotic Sapiosexual: Suppressed Desires of a Woman, dives into the complexities of longing, intimacy, and the unspoken thoughts many women carry but are often afraid to voice.Through her poetry, MJ creates space for conversations about sexual fulfillment, emotional connection, and the importance of communication in relationships. Her writing challenges silence and invites readers to reflect on what it means to be fully seen, heard, and understood.MJ has also been featured on platforms such as the Writing While Black Podcast, where she discussed themes of sexual fulfillment, self-awareness, and the freedom that comes from embracing one’s authentic self.A Conversation Rooted in Truth and Expression


    During this SC Book Gal & Friends feature, hosted by Patrice Grimball, the conversation highlights MJ Mays’ journey as an indie author and the inspiration behind her poetry. Her work opens the door to deeper discussions about love, desire, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to put personal emotions on the page.For many readers, poetry is more than words—it is healing, release, and recognition. MJ’s collection offers that kind of experience. Erotic Sapiosexual is not only about sensuality; it is also about understanding oneself, honoring one’s desires, and learning how communication can transform relationships.Why Erotic Sapiosexual Stands Out


    MJ Mays’ debut collection stands out because it combines sensual exploration with intellectual and emotional depth. The title itself speaks to a connection that goes beyond the physical. It reflects attraction rooted in the mind, conversation, and the deeper layers of human connection.Readers who enjoy poetry that is honest, passionate, and unapologetic will find MJ’s work both relatable and empowering. Her poems invite readers to examine their own suppressed desires, their need for emotional intimacy, and the ways in which silence can impact relationships.Celebrating Indie Authors and African American Literature


    SC Book Gal & Friends is proud to continue uplifting voices like MJ Mays. As a literary platform dedicated to African American literature, book reviews, author interviews, and community discussions, SC Book Gal & Friends provides a space where readers and writers can come together to celebrate stories that matter.Through weekly live sessions, interviews, and giveaways, Patrice Grimball and the SC Book Gal & Friends community continue to shine a spotlight on authors who are making meaningful contributions to literature.MJ Mays’ voice is one that deserves to be heard. Her poetry is bold, reflective, and freeing—reminding readers that self-expression is powerful and that there is beauty in telling the truth.Join the Conversation


    If you are a lover of poetry, African American literature, indie authors, or books that spark real conversations, this sit-down with MJ Mays is one you do not want to miss.Be sure to follow SC Book Gal & Friends for more author interviews, book discussions, reviews, giveaways, and weekly live sessions celebrating the literary community.And don’t forget to check out MJ Mays’ debut poetry collection:Erotic Sapiosexual: Suppressed Desires of a Woman


    A poetry collection exploring sensuality, self-discovery, communication, and the freedom of embracing desire

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    44 mins
  • REPLAY FROM SEASON 3 | LET'S TALK ABOUT IT WITH SHANETTE W JOHNSON | 1ST & 3RD MONDAY LIVE ON DA CREW PODCAST......

    REPLAY FROM SEASON 3 | LET'S TALK ABOUT IT WITH SHANETTE W JOHNSON | 1ST & 3RD MONDAY LIVE ON DA CREW PODCAST......
    May 6 2026
    Turning Pain Into Power: The Advocacy and Voice of Shanette W. JohnsonSome voices are born from purpose. Others are shaped through pain, perseverance, and the determination to make a difference. Shanette W. Johnson is one of those voices — a woman using her story, her platform, and her advocacy to bring awareness, healing, and hope to those who have been overlooked, unheard, and impacted by injustice.As a social justice advocate, author, and podcast host, Shanette has committed her life to being a voice for the voiceless and a source of encouragement for families navigating painful and difficult realities.A Voice for Justice and HealingShanette W. Johnson is the host of the “Let’s Talk About It” segment on the Da Crew Podcast, where she leads powerful conversations centered around healing, personal growth, resilience, wrongful convictions, and real-life issues affecting families and communities.Through her segment, she creates a safe space for honest dialogue. Her conversations are not surface-level — they are meaningful, necessary, and often deeply personal. Shanette understands that healing begins when people are given room to speak, be heard, and feel seen.Her work on the podcast reflects her larger mission: to bring awareness to stories that too often go untold.Advocacy Rooted in Personal ExperienceShanette’s advocacy is deeply personal. She is the founder of the Free Us Campaign and works alongside the Free Texas Campaign to support families of the wrongfully convicted.Her passion for justice is rooted in her own experience fighting for her husband’s freedom. Through this journey, she has witnessed firsthand the emotional, spiritual, financial, and legal burdens families face when a loved one is impacted by the justice system.Rather than remain silent, Shanette chose to take action.Her advocacy focuses on storytelling, awareness, legislative efforts, and community support for those who have been forgotten or dismissed. She stands with families who are still fighting, still praying, and still believing for justice.Giving a Voice to the VoicelessAt the heart of Shanette’s mission is a powerful belief: everyone deserves to be heard.Through the Free Us Campaign, she works to shine a light on wrongful convictions and the families affected by them. Her efforts help bring attention to the human side of justice reform — the mothers, fathers, spouses, children, and communities who carry the weight of these battles every day.Shanette’s work reminds us that advocacy is not just about policy. It is about people. It is about lives. It is about restoring dignity, hope, and visibility to those who have been pushed into the shadows.Author, Storyteller, and Messenger of HopeIn addition to her advocacy and podcast work, Shanette W. Johnson is also an author who uses writing as a tool for healing, reflection, and empowerment.She has co-authored several books focused on resilience, hope, and personal transformation, including:Analogy Seeds of ImmortalityEternal EchoesMy Poetry & My PeaceThrough her writing, Shanette shares messages that speak to the strength of the human spirit. Her words encourage readers to keep going, even through grief, injustice, loss, and uncertainty.Her literary work reflects her own journey — one of survival, faith, love, and the courage to turn pain into purpose.Pain Into PowerShanette’s journey into advocacy and writing was deeply influenced by the heartbreaking loss of her son to congestive heart failure in late 2023. That loss changed her life in ways words can hardly capture.Yet even in grief, Shanette found a way to keep moving forward.She often describes her mission as turning “pain into power.” This phrase is more than a statement — it is the foundation of her life’s work. Through unimaginable loss and personal battles, she has chosen to transform her pain into service, advocacy, storytelling, and hope for others.Her strength is not found in pretending the pain does not exist. Her strength is found in choosing purpose despite the pain.A Changemaker Making a DifferenceShanette W. Johnson is more than an advocate. She is a changemaker. She is a woman of resilience, compassion, and courage who understands the power of using her voice to create impact.Whether she is hosting conversations on the Da Crew Podcast, advocating for the wrongfully convicted, supporting families through the Free Us Campaign, collaborating with the Free Texas Campaign, or writing words of hope and healing, Shanette continues to lead with purpose.Her life and work are a reminder that one voice can make a difference. One story can spark change. One person can stand in the gap for many.Final ThoughtsShanette W. Johnson’s mission is clear: to bring awareness, encourage healing, support justice, and give voice to those who have been overlooked.Her journey has not been easy, but it has been powerful. Through grief, advocacy, writing, and media, she continues to inspire ...
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Let the Healing Begin | CAN WE TALK?

    Let the Healing Begin | CAN WE TALK?
    May 4 2026
    🎙️ LET THE HEALING BEGIN PODCAST 🎙️ Hosted by Apostles Lee & Dr. Kimberly ThomasJoin Apostles Lee and Dr. Kimberly Thomas for the Let The Healing Begin Podcast, airing every 1st and 3rd Sunday.This powerful podcast is a space for healing, restoration, faith, encouragement, and transformation. Each episode is designed to help listeners begin the journey toward wholeness — spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and personally.If you are ready to be inspired, uplifted, and empowered, tune in and let the healing begin!📅 Airs: 1st & 3rd Sunday 🎙️ Hosted by: Apostles Lee & Dr. Kimberly Thomas#LetTheHealingBeginPodcast #ApostlesLeeAndKimberlyThomas #Healing #Restoration #Faith #Encouragement #Podcast #KingdomVoices #SpiritualHealing #Transformation

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    53 mins
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