Who is Barry Adkins? Why should his story matter to you; to me?

In 2007, my 18-year-old son Kevin died of alcohol poisoning—the very day he moved out on his own. In the wake of that loss, I packed his ashes in my backpack and walked from Gilbert, Arizona to Kalispell, Montana. Since then, I’ve told his story nearly 400 times to over 400,000 students and parents. It’s a message about more than just loss—it's about the power of choices, resilience in the face of adversity, and the healing that comes through forgiveness.

Website:https://kevinslastwalk.com/

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Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests is their opinion and not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

Featured quote: “...enslaved people "were conjuring out of nothing that manhood that has been stripped away from them for four hundred years, they used the spirituals as a catalyst.”― Henry Louis Gates Jr., The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song

Who is Dr. Sheila A. Otieno?

Sheila Otieno is an Assistant Professor of Religious Studies and Distinguished Emerging Scholar in Religious Studies at Elon University. She teaches religion and religious ethics, with a focus on African and African American religions. A comparative ethicist, her research and teaching areas center on alternative belongings and indigenous epistemologies, particularly those that generate social change and transform moral behavior.

Discussion points

• The connection between the African and African American religions
• Historical evolutions of Christianity in general
• The impact and influence of the Black church past and present

Books to read

• The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song, Henry Louis Gates Jr.
• The Black History of the White House, Clarence Lusane
• Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery, Mark Charles and Soong-Chan Rah

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Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests is their opinion and not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

Who is Marysol James?

With an MA in International Business, 32 bestselling novels, and a career that’s spanned continents, Marysol blends lived experience with business insight. After surviving six years in a covertly abusive relationship that dismantled her identity and income, she rebuilt stronger – and now equips organisations to ensure their talent can do the same.

Her mission is simple: to stop silent sabotage before it erodes productivity, loyalty, and leadership continuity – and to create healthier workplaces where women, and businesses, thrive.

Website:https://marysoljamescoaching.com/

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Purchase SPLIT Souls In Transition A Poetry Collection and shop SELF TALK GEAR at https://linktr.ee/morethanapoet

Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests is their opinion and not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

Question your thoughts.Find clarity.-Meike Bettscheider of Your Compass

Who is Meike Bettscheider?I'm a native German with a background in business development, having worked in Germany, Switzerland and the U.S. My leadership roles have given me a solid understanding of organizational dynamics, cross-cultural knowledge and people management. However, I realized that my true passion was in personal development.

Suggested topic covered in this episode

• Personal transformation
• Resilience
• Crisis management

Email: mb@compass-setting.com Meike Bettscheider Website:https://www.compass-setting.com/

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Purchase SPLIT Souls In Transition A Poetry Collection and shop SELF TALK GEAR at https://linktr.ee/morethanapoet

Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests is their opinion and not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

Kelvin Green is a Cybersecurity Leader,Evangelist,Mental Health Advocate and Motivational Speaker.

Topic highlighted in this episode

• Our human behavior as it relates to our usage of technology
• How Cybersecurity affects us daily
• The importance of self love as we are challenged in some ways to disconnect from direct human interactions

Kelvin Green email: green@cybersecandi.com LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelvincgreen/

Website:https://cybersecandi.com/

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Purchase SPLIT Souls In Transition A Poetry Collection and shop SELF TALK GEAR at https://linktr.ee/morethanapoet

Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests is their opinion and not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

Activism is moral authority in redemptive liberalism.-Shelby Steele American author, Columnist

Shane Lukas is TEDx speaker,advocate expert, award winning collaborator and LGBTQE activist.

Topics for conversation

• Living authentically
• Being a voice for the voiceless
• Challenges present and future the LGBTQE faces

Contact:shane@agreatidea.com

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Purchase SPLIT Souls In Transition A Poetry Collection and shop SELF TALK GEAR at https://linktr.ee/morethanapoet

Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion.-Alexander the Great

Tenia bio reads in part like this

Tenia L. Davis, a transformative force in Human Resources and Recruitment. With a remarkable track record, Tenia has scaled the corporate ladder at prestigious companies like HBR Consulting, Raise, iManage, Johnson Publishing Company, and HARPO Productions, displaying unwavering dedication to operational excellence.

As the Chief People Officer at NORC at the University of Chicago, Tenia collaborates with top-level leadership to achieve operational brilliance and foster a culture of empowerment. Her prowess extends beyond HR, encompassing change management, organizational development, compensation, HRIS, and diversity initiatives, making her an invaluable asset to any organization.

Topics discussed in this episode

• Navigating an uncomfortable work environment
• Company Culture
• Servant Leadership

Website: theleadershipwise.com 8 Essential Steps to Inspire Others & Build a Thriving Workforce: The Servant Leadership Advantage Book link: https://a.co/d/99uV2Bv

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Purchase SPLIT Souls In Transition A Poetry Collection and shop SELF TALK GEAR at https://linktr.ee/morethanapoet

Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.

Nothing happens unless we first dream.-Carl Sandburg American poet

A little about Adam Lasalle: He is “ an actor, musician, and former high school teacher who quit the “safe path” to chase a dream - and it actually worked! I’ve gone from grading papers to starring on NBC’s Chicago Fire, singing Off-Broadway, and voicing national campaigns for brands like McDonald's. My story is all about reinvention, risk, and turning creative passion into a life that feels bold, meaningful, and fully alive.”

Adam Lasalle -Website:https://adamlasalle.co/

Topic covered in this episode

• Reinvention: Finding clarity and courage to pivot into your purpose
• Designing a career (and life) that aligns with your deepest values
• Sustainable artistry: Making a living without losing your soul
• The teacher-to-artist pipeline: lessons from education and the stage
• Personal growth for creatives: rituals, identity, and vision

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Purchase SPLIT Souls In Transition A Poetry Collection and shop SELF TALK GEAR at https://linktr.ee/morethanapoet

Disclaimer- Opinions and viewpoints of podcast guests do not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the podcast creator and producer Alfred Harrell. Any content provided by guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company or individual. This podcast is a component of the Alfred Harrell More than a Poet.