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Aja Barber wants change. In the 'learning' first half of the book, she will expose you to the endemic injustices in our consumer industries and the uncomfortable history of the textile industry; one which brokered slavery, racism and today's wealth inequality. And how these oppressive systems have bled into the fashion industry and its lack of diversity and equality. She will also reveal how we spend our money and whose pockets it goes into and whose it doesn't (clue: the people who do the actual work) and will tell her story of how she came to learn the truth.

Brit is the second violinist, a beautiful and quiet orphan; the viola is Henry, a prodigy who's always had it easy; the cellist is Daniel, the oldest, the angry skeptic who sleeps around; and on first violin is Jana, their flinty, resilient leader. Together, they are the Van Ness String Quartet. In The Ensemble, each character takes the spotlight and picks up the melody, from the group's youthful rocky start through to middle age, through both devastating failures and wild success.

As many have discovered during the COVID-19 pandemic, working from home certainly has its perks. From the easy (non)commute to your computer to the extra time you can spend with your family and pets to the benefits of customizing your environment to your own personal needs, many are continuing to enjoy the work-from-home lifestyle. But it also comes with its challenges. How do you avoid distractions around your home? How can you remain as productive as you are in the office? That’s where Work-from-Home Hacks comes in to help!

Despite gold medals, WNBA championships, and a list of accolades, A’ja Wilson knows how it feels to be swept under the rug—to not be heard, to not feel seen, to not be taken seriously. As a fourth grader going to a primarily white school in South Carolina, A’ja was told she’d have to stay outside for a classmate’s birthday party. Wilson tells stories like this, about how even when life tried to hold her down, it didn’t stop her. She shares her contribution to “The Talk,” and how to keep fighting, all while igniting strength, passion, and joy.

A.J.A. Symons discovered Frederick Rolfe’s Hadrian the Seventh in 1925 and became consumed with fascination for its eccentric author, aka ‘Baron Corvo’. His ‘quest’ takes the form of an irresistible detective story, the twists and turns of his investigation into Rolfe’s unfortunate life resulting in a groundbreaking form of biography that reveals much about both men.

WNBA All-Stars A’ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier discuss all things hoops and pop culture while taking listeners on a journey into their personal lives.

Wicca: Tauchen Sie ein in die mystische Welt des Wicca-Glaubens und entfalten Sie Ihre eigene magische Kraft. Geheimnisvolle Rituale, uralte Traditionen, faszinierende Symbole und modernes Hexenwesen: Wicca steht im Ruf, rätselhaft und der Welt weit entrückt zu sein – doch zumindest zweiteres stimmt ganz und gar nicht! Denn zu der Religion im Einklang mit der Natur können auch Sie ganz einfach Zugang finden und dieses Buch öffnet Ihnen die Tür.

First published in 2002, Freedom Dreams is a staple in the study of the Black radical tradition. Unearthing the thrilling history of grassroots movements and renegade intellectuals and artists, Kelley recovers the dreams of the future worlds Black radicals struggled to achieve. 

Akasha Chronik: Wie Sie die "Bibliothek des Universums” ganz einfach für Ihre spirituelle Entwicklung nutzen und wertvolle Begleitung in allen Alltagsfragen finden. In manchen Situationen wissen Sie einfach nicht weiter, weil alles so komplex erscheint? Sie haben eine Ahnung davon, dass noch viel mehr Dinge eine Rolle spielen als die, die Sie sehen können? Sie suchen nach den großen Zusammenhängen und allumfassender Weisheit? Dann sollten Sie unbedingt einen Blick in die Akasha Chronik werfen und dieses Buch zeigt Ihnen, wie das geht!

Slick is known to be the loose cannon: explosive and unpredictable which is why she needs help to get out of a bind all the time. Malachi is all too happy to help her the best way he knows how-brains and tenacity. But it's not enough to stop what's been boiling over since her mother left.

Eli "Maestro" Lewis has prepared himself to run the kingdom of Smoke Enterprises. The plan was to allow his father time to rest and live out his golden years with his new love, but someone wanted his father back in the game, and his father, Smoke, was all too happy to show Pittsburgh how he earned his name. They said where there's Smoke, there's fire, and now the city was up in flames. Eli had major problems with that.

Tracey Copeland had been looking for something or someone to break up the monotony of her life and when that didn't happen, she begins to feel like she was losing at the game of life. In one of her most impulsive moves to date, she changes her life for what seems like the worse. But fate intervenes and brings her into the path of a man so big, he shakes her life up, and all she can do is hope to land on her feet. Fearful of the consequences, she has to decide what to do next: run once again or stick to her guns and see what hand life deals her.

Zena Lewis believed in fairy tales as a little girl. She carried those fantasies of a knight in shining armor loving her until eternity, until her ugly separation and divorce from her ex. These days, a man would have to be lucky to get her to smile back at him, let alone give up her number.

Podcast host Zola is smart, sexy, and opinionated. When wealthy app developer Khalil calls into her show to correct her, she won't let him off the hook without a fight. The more they talk, the bigger the sparks. Could it be love? 

The story of me - a young girl developing truths about life. My truth. The love, poverty, and anguish. Being a child in the midst of a family crisis. Learning about death and grief. Determined to grow up yet still being led by a girl.

With so many changes happening in our industry right now, we must learn to pivot with the changes and pause to reflect on what those changes will do to our business. That pause, it’s where the magic happens. It’s where you get clarity on where you want to take your business; it’s where you explore new ideas and determine what your future holds. So pivot, but pause and be ready for the next step of your journey.

A mix of all things Jazzy,Funky,House,Breaks,Beats & Blues Soulful and everything that exist inbetween ! Aja & Claire Simone's "Ketch A Vibe" Neo Soul Jah,A-FRYK-YA,Jazzy The Gee and regular special guest Including Richard e ,Tommi White,Herb T & Lee Bright.

The Colors of Our Culture Podcast is a two-host talk show that promises nothing but raw, rugged conversation about the most important topics affecting BIPOC individuals’ self-image, self-experience, self-expression, and interconnectedness. The more uncomfortable the topic, the more taboo the subject matter, the more naked the truth, the better! What started as watercooler conversations in the office after hours has quickly become the podcast America never knew it needed but deeply craved. Hosts Aja King (aka, The Wildcard) and Cedric Weatherspoon (aka, The Diplomat) bring a unique dynamic ...

This is what happens when 4 close friends with 4 unique perspectives come together for an unfiltered table-talk exploration of social, political, and cultural issues and topics. Buckle up, y'all.

Got Questions? Hosts Linnea & Aja have the answers! We will be answering your questions about relationship trouble, workplace struggles, friendship troubles, family drama, and so much more! Each week there will be a "Question Theme". This will not be your average Q&A Podcast! When Linnea & Aja LINK UP, they make MAGIC! These Beautiful, and Intelligent Queens are creative Bloggers, Writers, Fellow Podcasters, who have experienced LIFE in its rawest form. Now, they are here to help you! Submit your questions to unpackingconvos@gmail.com AND you will ALWAYS remain anonymous!