The Trend With Justin A Williams

We run it back with past guest Coach Aaron Carter to discuss the primacy of being self reliant in life, especially when we are young. The problem? Much of our culture and many of our thought leaders teach the opposite and we know our talk on this point will have you thinking deeply about this matter and gaining the tools to spread the word 😉 As the stoics said " We suffer more in imagination than in reality" and though help from others is always needed, #trend with us to see how all peoples need that inner ❤️‍🔥

Rigaud Noel joined New Settlement as its Executive Director in November, 2020. Rigaud came to New Settlement with a strong track record in providing children, youth and families opportunities for educational and career advancement to help them succeed in school, work and life. Over the last 20 years, he has served in senior management and executive positions at various non-profits across New York City. Before New Settlement, Rigaud served as Chief Partnership Officer at New York Edge, one of the largest after-school providers in New York State. During his tenure, he was able to secure over $6 million in new funding, establish new partnerships with schools, colleges/universities and community-based organizations! So you know he is qualified to talk about urban development and talk about it we do as we discuss the New Settlement facility, why the Bronx is the frontlines for positive change and where we are going next as an empowered society! #Trend with us

Ben and Dan are both SVPs at AKRF, which is historically an environmental company that in part designs interiors with the goal of perfection when it comes to sound. We discuss their newest innovation, "the Pindrop". Trust me, if you have never heard about how important what AKRF does, and if you are at the forefront of future tech, well,come hear how the Pindrop makes the future now! #Trend with us

The toy industry! Full of toys that were for a along time defined by the zeitgeist and bigotries of our society is now an acrive partner in fairer representation and thus better play. Azhelle Wade is one of the primary reasons for this paradigm shift in the industry as she has worked for some of the biggest companies and created products that were best sellers. She is also a delight to interview so come learn about a classic american business with two not so classic americans! #Trend with us!

Not many guests can wax lyrical about their multi decade success in major media and business and tech while also knowing some of the best stories from the Golden era of hip hop, but Lauren is not your average guest. Having just lead a recent panel discussion she produced on "The Future of Web3 and Entertainment." She is equal parts genius and coolest person in the room so if your ready for an amazing conversation about the future,the present and the past...come #trend with us !

LISC NYC and its Exec. Director have been a leading advocate for the New York City minority-owned small business community since day-one of the pandemic, raising and deploying funds to support the survival of many of these businesses and investing in programs that promote their sustainability as long-term community anchors. Valerie is a twice time guest and a true pioneer and expert on multiple issues and we dive into some very special ones!#Trendwithus 😀

Welcome back! We love all peoples here at The Trend and so we endeavor to cover a topic such as the rise of antisemitism through an experts historical lense focusing on how Jews have on so many occasions fought for the rights of others even while theirs were stunted. Prof. And Author Santiago Slabodsky takes us through this history ! #Trend With us

Connor is a humble expert who hates seeing the ways in which big business, technocrats, and politicians have conspired to kill the American Dream.He believes it’s possible to unite the country with an inclusive and equitable grass roots movement focused on rebuilding local economies by empowering them with next generation technologies;enabling supply to meet demand at a microeconomic level.We discuss his plan and how NFTs and Crypto fit into the salvation of equity and tech in the future! #Trend with us

Sharita Humphrey is  a Self spokesperson, former customer, and award-winning Certified Financial Education Instructor who uses her past boughta with poverty and struggle to change lives and teach people, especially families and youths how there are always solutions for those who seek them and Never give up! She made her dreams come true now listen to our discussion to see if youra are doable too! #Trend with us and Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy Hanukkah 🕎

PACT Renaissance Collaborative (PRC) is a team selected by NYCHA to renovate and preserve 16 NYCHA properties located in Manhattan. They have decades of experience in the financing, rehabilitation and management of affordable housing and understand the importance of both consistency during a transition process, and of building meaningful partnerships with residents and staff. Pierre and Amy are here from PACT to discuss the tribulations and successes of their long term projects as well as answering the controversial question: can gentrification be a benefit for current residents? #Trend with us !

Helios Climate Ventures, Principal Josh Grehan joins the pod to discuss the importance of equitable investment strategies in the climate change industry. His job is to find potential in companies that does more than just reap profit but also help save the 🌎 We talk about a lot of issues only an expert like Josh can discuss so join us, #trend with us as we dive deep into the green industry and its collusion with venture capital.

Jesse Campoamor has served as the deputy secretary for intergovernmental affairs for the Governor of New York State. In that role, Jesse played a critical role for the state in helping to get adult-use cannabis passed in New York State.We discuss his journey, his process, his future goals and talk about the state of education for urban folk. Come #Trend with us!

Resmaa Menakem is an esteemed scholar, author and psychotherapist whose Somatic Abolitionism is "a living embodied Anti-Racism practice and culture building that requires endurance, agility, resource cultivation, stamina, discernment, self and communal discipline cultivation, embodied racial literacy and humility." We sit down to discuss January 6th, we argue over the proper application of compassion for those who perpetrate violence, hate and bigotry as seen on that day and much more including "the culture"! #Trend with us

Do you feel that life is getting stagnant? That your potential is beung wasted? Perhaps you cannot find what you are looking for? Career Coach Aaron Carter has over 20 years of experience teaching people to become their best selves through self honesty, using your opportunities wisely and taking responsibility for your life! We discuss the old school and new school tactics to making a better you! Trend with us!

Remember the magic of your first read? Whether you finished the book or not there is nothing like that feeling of joining the hero or heroine on their journey in a classic story. Darick Spears is a career adivisor, author and publisher who truly understands that the pillar of any society are the books we read. Join us for an in-depth convo on how to stay in the right lane career wise, the power of books and more on the Trend podcast!

Often we think or get convinced that the changes we seek for our self improvement are either far too hard to accomplish or not necessary compared to our comfort. Sam Castro is here to tell you that by working with a plan constructed by an expert who knows your habits, weaknesses, diet and skills you can get over the plateau period and excell toward a goal. I should know- thanks to Sam's plan I am down over 60 pounds. Come trend with us and learn the real truths behind a better you!

Adrian Colarusso is co-founder of Target Rock, a wealth management firm dedicated to helping young families invest with confidence and efficiency and most of all get the treatment they deserve! He joins us to discuss the state of wealth for different sects in our society elucidating a fascinating group of questions, advisements and philosophies gathered from over a decade of experience and that we all should be talking about around our proverbial "water coolers". #Trendwithus you don't want to miss this ep! *Adrian is not giving formal financial advice,only his opinion

So lets say you or someone you know was an athlete in college or beyond, but now they have hung up the spikes and have way more adult responsibilities:How do they keep that old fire burning to stay athletic. Podcaster, friend and former D 1 Running Back Ken Gunter tells us his journey from elite athlete status to struggling to maintain that while life gets bigger and less testosterone driven. We discuss fatigue solutions, motivation,training and of course 90s grunge . Come Trend with us!

Know a millenial? Perhaps your child or nephew or aunt or friend is one! Building Bread stops by the pod to asses where the most educated generation is financially after three recessions, two American wars, and a wage regressive trend that has defined the past 25 years. Having managed over 140 million in assets and been named on of the top financial advisors in the country by Investopedia, Building Bread may just know the secret sauce to getting that millenial we all know and love out of his or her or their own way!

We are a podcast dedicated to covering multiple sides of an issue. With the War for Ukraine raging we present to you a dialogue on another war that is rarely talked about, the cyber war for the soul and future of one of the former USSR's most precious allies and vassels, Belarus. Yuliana explains with fervor and passion for her acolytes and country that cyber technology is the best chance to create change and justice in her homeland and if Americans are truly wise, they will listen and join the fight for " injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere"

Jesse McCarthy is a Harvard professor whose debut fiction novel, "The Fugitivities", confronts the notions of Black history as a saga in light of several paramount factors. The story is our story, it is struggle and it is a process towards a better future. For anyone whose community is in turmoil or for anyone who loves to learn, you will want to join us as we discuss far more than just the books importance to one community. Trend with us!

Author, Columnist and Money Guru Rahkim Sabree stops by the pod to discuss his theory: Financial Trauma. What is that? Well have you ever thought that perhaps what is holding you back from success are the wounds of your past. Be it ethnic, cultural, religious or simply place of birth our past informs our now and you need to hear Rahkim tell us how we can become economically empowered by admitting we have been hurt before. Its a powerful convo! Trend with us!

Name the artist that brought her traditional songs and sounds inspired by her homeland of Botswana to the Royal Family, singing for Prince Harry and Princess Megan as well as singing for the Queen herself in June at her upcoming Jubilee! Its Lorraine Lionheart, the world renowned artist who can literally discuss any topic and we do on this episode! Join us as we talk her influences, her mission for Southern African music and why her catalog is leading a movement to heal colonial wounds! Trend with us!

If you haven't heard of it then someone you know has. What is it? Bitcoin, the worlds leading crypto currency and according to Black Bitcoin Billionaires CEO Lamar Wilson, it is the freedom promise the world has been waiting for. He and I have a no holds barred discussion about blockchain, price, predictions and more in the world of Bitcoin and answer the questions that are on everyones minds! Join us, lets Trend together!

As the pandemic has begun to shift to an endemic and the potential end is in sight, Floor23 CEO Candace Spears is here to to discuss a new phenomenon. People have quit their jobs in large numbers searching, she says, for a renewed purpose and better treatment. People are working independently, turning aide hustles to careers and most importantly asking for more than just what can be given. Are we in a brave new world or is this just a fad? Join us for an amazing conversation!

Kevin Cohee is the owner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank and the first Black owned internet bank in America. In the aftermath of the protest against police brutality in 2016, Mr. Cohee created and spearheaded the Bank Black movement resulting in Black people transferring tens of millions of dollars into Black owned banks as a form of social protest. Kevin and I discuss the bitter and proud history of the financial success of Black people post slavery, the massacre at Tulsa, and how the community should use Kevin's advice to recapture our past and empower our future! Regardless of your race, this episode is a powerful dialogue useful for anyone who seeks a better life!

When we reflect on the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s and after, we know the names we were taught in school. But, in fact, the first leaders to press for equal treament for all, especially freed slaves, were the men and women brave enough to in the 1880s. President Benjamin Harrison was one of them. CEO Charles Hyde and Special Events & Marketing Manager Whitney Ball of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site join us for a stunning and eye opening conversation about the truw beginnings of the fight for equality in America and how future leaders like Dr. King were proud to carry the torch from a time many of us know far too little about! Come listen and Trend with us!

Quincy Nichols rejoins us to talk about his change in diet habits due to the pandemic, changes that you can benefit from! Shockingly, he has discovered that what was once his method,Keto, has now come under question due to several revelations. We dive deep into the research, the tips from other experts, and some of the funniest and most informative qips about gym fails,body building lifestyle and more! Join us!

Its been growing in popularity in corporations for a few decades now but recently DEI has come under fire. Backlash has lead to some misrepresentation of what DEI is and most experts intentions for it. What to many is shaping a better world to some is creating even more exclusion and mismanagement! So whats the real story? Join us as we talk to Dr. Brown about all of this and more!

In 2005, Deadria Farmer-Paellmann scored a major victory thanks to her research against several blue chip corporations which linked them to the slave trade. The result: a major apology and 20 million dollars directed towards the African American community. With more victories over the years and a lifetime of lessons learned in the pursuit of rectifying history, Deadria talks to us about her strategies,her hopes for the future of the effort and why this is a fight all peoples must contribute to and take on as their own! Join us,Trend with us!

A very special episode! Not only is our guest our parent company's Founder and CEO but she is one of the most successful independent media moguls in American history. Starting out of her kitchen, The Trend started as a humble newspaper in the late 80s covering urban peoples and issues. On the pod, we discuss her beginnings,surviving the internet revolution and the future of media in a world that is increasingly digital. Join us. Trend with us! *Season Finale*

With more than 20 years of experience in education advocacy, guest Rachael Gazdick has dedicated her career to building equity in education. As CEO of NYC’s largest school-based afterschool and summer program provider, Gazdick leads New York Edge’s mission to provide thousands of K-12 public school students with free, engaging programs that enhance their learning and help them to achieve their full potential. Gazdick and I discuss the rigors of trying to change the stigma surrounding urban education, how has NY been the perfect community for their programs and why believing in the kids and staff is always the first place we start any dialogue! Come and listen!

This needs no intro but I will give ya one anyway cause Im a loving guy. We know how hard it can be to live in a world where people do not get along, but is there something we can learn from the history of our current political divide. Why have liberals championed what they have, why have conservatives oppossed it and when did we go from cordial disagreement to all out hatred of the other! We discuss that and more so join us, promise you "that one uncle during Thanksgiving " will love it!

Its the silent problem in the world and one that's as old as society itself: homelessness. Our guests this week have dedicated their lives, over 20 years of experience, to helping those who need the most help, those who have lost family, place and even a healthy mindset.If you think the problem is too big or doesnt concern you, come listen to this episode and be convinced that the change we need truly starts with YOU! Join us!

I know that many feel that reperations, given that it has been awared before all over the world, should not be a controversial issue. But, here we like to engage all comers, be they supporters or detractors. So what better than to have an expert and power broker with Washington experience to come on and give us the history of the advocacy for and responses to the cause against perhaps America's oldest promise to Black people-reperations. Its a great dialogue! Join us!

Anita Trehan had no lessons from her family or from professionals on how to cook cuisine she grew up with in India. But when her daughter was searching for food made with quality and love, Anita answered the call and opened her first restaurant in legendary Harlem,NY : Chaiwali. She sits down with us to spread the word that food and mindfulness go together and if you stop by Chaiwali, you're going to leave with a once in a lifetime experience from a crew that cares about the details! Join us! And get hungry!!!

Not every tradition is toxic, our past is littered with things we would like to change but Martial Arts, a global practice found all over the world from our ancient times, is one of humanities best ideas. Master Anthony Garcia, a world renowned teacher,gym owner,healer and author, explains why martial arts like Muay Thai attract so many people and are growing more now than ever. Its time you learned the secrets to a better you, join us!

The Garden State has given this country some of our greats! From Travolta to Maher to Houston to Bon Jovi, my former stopping grounds is a diverse and fun wonderland of taylor ham, proud Universities and a grit you have to see to believe. But, when it comes to politics, Prof. Rubin warns us that the machine is very much in charge and that a strange collusion of liberal and conservative autocracy is erasing democracy in from Atlantic City to Newark, all in the name of a specific ballot conspiracy. O yea and power, ha, cant forget about that. So join us as we dig deep into what is plaguing the former home of our nations capital and be prepared to be absolutely shocked!

Damali Peterman created Breakthroughadr after a long career of being a mediation expert. Knowing all things involving arbitration and more, she negotiates with a tact and style we all can learn from. Think negotiation doesn't relate to your 24/7? Think again! From dealing with the kids to trying to lose weight, from choosing to change your life to saying yes to a first date we all negotiate everyday and after this episode you will feel empowered to make better decisions and win more arguments, which is always nice! You deserve it so join us!

The Urban community is sprawling, unique and with the rise of megacities and gentrification, growing. But as more urban families of color are struggling to adjust to higher rents and as minority businesses makes sense of a covid world, Executive Valerie White discusses with us the need for a commitment to urban investment. She discusses her methods as well as sharing some personal victories in this area. This is an important discussion as urban centers impact more and more American and global lives!

DJ Ambivalent is a world renown DJ and music producer who has probably forgotten more about music history than most ever learn. Hes a lover of artists getting their due and we go so deep down the industries rabbit hole that we had to bring you all two hours! So come groove with us !

Wellness professional and healer Bernadette Pleasant has a bold idea, " we have bias in our bodies." The work it will take for all people to rid themselves of racisms odious effects will take therapy and community, things Pleasant discusses at length this week with us.She is an expert to say the least. Bernadette Pleasant is the founder of Femme!, a fusion movement experience and The Emotional Institute®, an online resource and educational center that offers courses, workshops, and interactive experiences that provide pathways to cultivate emotional wellbeing and gain insights that bring about a balanced mind/body connection. Bernadette has spent a lifetime exploring celebrations of the mind and body, from sensual dance to somatic healing. So join us to heal and spread the one love vibe!

The state of hip hop is often a topic for debate but whats not debatable is that true classics tend to rise to the top. Marlon D, true blooded for the people Cali rapper is one of the realest in the game. From opening for Guru and Gza to dropping over 11 albums and multiple mixtapes over the last 2 decades, hes the definition of a dream come true through consgant grinding. He's also a bit of a philosopher and you gotta hear his advice-life changing. So come to Cali with us as we discuss 90s hip hop, what makes a succes and how to persevere through a pandemic by writing over 100 songs 🎵🙌. Its east coast meets west coast on this episode but the only beef is what we put in our tacos!

The Wutang Clan has the 36 chambers, Springsteen has Jersey, but our guest this week perhaps has the perfect place of origin. Hailing from the great D.C area ,Jackie Bello Neumann cut her teeth in the heart of where education policy is made in America. After graduating from Princeton University, she pursued her passion for creating a brand new era in education, focusing on teacher wellness and Social Emotional Learning. Now with her two companies, Yaya and Edwell, Jackie speaks on what must change and what has always been essential about creating quality education and hint hint...it starts with staff! So join us for an all important convo with the cooler than the other side of the pillow heroes!

Atiba Madyun is a political analyst, author, podcaster and executive who wants to know - How the fuck did we make it through these last 4 years?! We all know the divisions that were revealed in this country and those who made them worse, but Atiba wants us to think and talk deeply ,without fear or pretense, about our Nations problems and how the tools we created to survive can transform into the tools of progress! Join us for a riveting discussion of race,voting, Congress,Jan.6th, activism, responsibility and so much more!

Whats better than talking about the Nfl Draft? Honestly, its up there with the holiday season and birthdays (sorry weddings). To celebrate our first year as a podcast we are doing our First Annual NFL Draft Special. And we have a great expert on for ya, ABC's Matt Stone. If your an nfl prospect and you dont know Matt. Thats ok, he knows you! We chop it up about the top eleven picks, discussing the Darnold trade, the Jets, and every pick up to the Giants at 11! Thats not all that comes up (the seasons first bee!) And more! Some relax with you fave brew, put your teams jersey on and listen to us pretend to be Mel Kiper and Todd McShay!

Famous in the unsigned talent scene, Jersey rapper Trust has been grinding while attending the great Rutgers University, perfecting his craft and crew. If you like your hip hop with a little bit of 80s synth, mixed with some rock and roll and lyrics that will help you finally get over your ex, then join us for this weeks pod!. Trust also has an album out on the 21st of April, available for download everywhere! You can find his music on soundcloud and spotify.

Up and coming hip hop star and producer Jirias joins us for a convo on the state of hip hop, growing up Jersey and how to be an unstoppable lyricist! Hes got some great stories to tell about being in the game ,and in law school at the same time; so sit back and let the social consciousness wash over you as we take you through a journey into the sounds and profound of the mighty Jirias!

Jeff Kirchick stops by the pod to talk about his debut book and his unbeatable philosophy that will bring out the sales"person" in you! Jeff has over a decade of experience doing the nitty gritty of sales: cold calls, training, weird shit with crazy acronyms.... But this VP will tell you without hesitation that alot of people are doing sales the wrong way and if you think you can't interrupt a busy mother of 5 during dinner to successfully sell her motorcycle insurance, think again jukebox hero! Join us for an epic convo... and yes -patriots fans are also welcome as per Jeff's request!

Ever wonder what are the secrets to sanity? Has the pandemic gotten you to the point where things are more grey than bright? Do you wish you knew the words to say to tell people " I need help". Dr. Carlin Barnes sits down with us to share her life lessons and strategies to get you back on your feet and to a place where you can handle the rigors of life. Whether Black or White, Man or Woman, all can benefit from this weeks discussion on mental health! Join us!

So you wanna get fit? But are you willing to do the work? In a world of convenience and short cuts, veteren trainer Quincy Nichols comes on to discuss why pushing yourself through the hardest yet most efficient methods will get you results like no other. We talk about that special spark that training gives, how to find a diet that actually works and share alot of laughs about our failures along the way to fitness success! Come join us and get your motivation!

Drs. Michele Cooley-Strickland, Alison B. Hamilton, Megan T. Ebor and Gail E. Wyatt are here speak truth to power on the subjects we all , whether we are of color or not, need to hear. Through a riveting dialogue about the effects of trauma, misnomers about black culture and the tools people,all people, need to learn to create a better world for our children and generations to come, the Drs. tell their stories of experience, struggle, and hope! You do not want to miss this!

Magellan TV Co founder and film documentarian Thomas Lucas stops by the pod to discuss MagellanTV's newest and bold documentary on the KKK: its history,its repudiation and why learning from our countries often dark past is our futures only escape from nativism and extremism. We also chop it up about our current cultural moment as we move from the Trump era, that special  something about the thrill learning and the numinous, the adventure  that is the frontiers of human experience,  and of course  motorcycles!  Join us for another great chat with one of the leading content creators of our time! This next link is for all listeners of the podcast - click on it and you will have a free month of the incredible MagellanTV streaming service! https://try.magellantv.com/thetrend/  Here is a direct link to the show “Ku Klux Klan: An American Story”… which our listeners can watch for free... https://www.magellantv.com/series/ku-klux-klan-an-american-story

In this episode, we dive deep into the role of the poet in modern society.As other art forms and a lack of good education on the subject have rackled and turned off the potential audience, Phill informs us how for the people of Appalachia and the growing numbers of those of all predilections who face this sometimes harsh world poetry is as essential as ever. Journey with us through a conversation that is more than just an ellegy!

In this episode, the legendary Tex and I discuss this past year and give our outlook for the new one discussing,among other things, culture, music, controlling ones narrative and the triumph of the human will! We have some real good fun so join us!

Be introduced to this podcast! Learn what sets us apart ,why we exist and your host!