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On this week's episode of "It's Easy Son", Gerald Hector welcomes Mr. Willie Woods, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of ICV Partners, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Morehouse College. He shares his journey from growing up in Pontiac, Michigan to his current role in business and finance. He shares an inspiring story of never giving up, and how no matter what station in life we find ourselves, we should keep our focus targeted. Be inspired by the work he does to give back by mentoring and serving young people who are yet to go through processes he has already completed. This is another episode you don't want to miss.

On this week's episode of It's Easy Son, host Gerald Hector welcomes Mr. Stephen McCluski. An experienced and thoughtful business leader who had an illustrious career in Corporate America shares his journey from his early childhood to heights he never imagined. He is the former Chief Financial Officer of Bausch and Lomb and humbly serves on many boards of colleges, corporations and non profit organizations. He shares his thoughts on how we can all remain engaged and focused on what's ahead. He also shares his inspiration from a personal loss and what it means to him and his wife today as they try to lift others. Tune in to hear words of encouragement from another experienced leader. It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place they hold now in society. The show is birthed out of my first book published in October of 2019.

Gerald welcomes to his It's Easy Son podcast Mr. Harvey Gantt. The former Mayor of the City of Charlotte, successful businessman and inspiration to so many people across the nation and the world, he shares his journey from growing in South Carolina, to Iowa State, Clemson and MIT. A man great wisdom and insight, he shares his experiences and what he learned by being in public office and reflects on what he sees in our current dispensation in time around politics, our society and what's next for him. This is another episode you don't want to miss. It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place they hold now in society. The show is birthed out of my first book published in October of 2019. It is entitled, "It's Easy Son, Quit Making Things Difficult: Lasting Life Lessons from a Coach and Mentor". It's Easy Son: Life Lessons

Pamela Alexander, Director of Community Development, FORD Motor Company Fund announces the winners of the FORD HBC-You Mobility Challenge with our Host, Anthony Ray on The HBCU Nation Radio Show.

This week on "It's Easy Son," Gerald Hector speaks with Mr. Oliver McIntosh, President and CEO of SportsMax Limited. A thoughtful reflection on his early years growing up in Jamaica, and then moving to the United States and his meteoric rise to his current role today. Mr. McIntosh shares pointed stories of his time at his beloved Howard University and the Harvard Business School, and the early relationships and structures that shaped his life. Mr. McIntosh shares words of wisdom for young people and young professionals to have them refocused on their own journey to their purpose in this life. Another thoughtful discussion that you do not want to miss. It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place they hold now in society. The show is birthed out of my first book published in October of 2019. It is entitled, "It's Easy So

Kezia interviews her father, Gerald Hector on It's Easy Son. This is a wonderful interview that captures the insight of Gerald Hector, his journey, his world-view and the heartfelt conversation with his daughter, Kezia.

Gerald Hector welcomes to his podcast the incomparable Mr. Neil "Shaka" Hislop. He is an accomplished professional soccer player, a scholar, a humanitarian and an all around great advocate for equality and social justice. A graduate of Howard University, he later played professional football in the English Premier League and Major League Soccer and was a standout goalkeeper for several first division clubs. He was also a member of the Trinidad and Tobago "Soca Warriors" who debuted at the 2006 World Cup. He currently is a Soccer Analyst with ESPN, and is sought after for his perspectives and thoughts on a host of issues pertaining to the sport affectionately referred to as the "beautiful game." Join us as we journey through his early years growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, and his legendary sporting exploits in high school and on to university. Catch up with him on the efforts he is undertaking in his homeland of Trinidad and Tobago. This is another episode you don't want to miss. It's E

On the next episode of our weekly podcast, Mr. Hector welcomes Dr. Lawrence Carter. He is the Dean of the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel on the campus of Morehouse College. A theologian, author, scholar, mentor and administrator, he has achieved many firsts, and has been recognized by his peers and organizations from all around the globe for his continued work to advance the legacy and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A gifted orator and preacher, he shares about his early years growing up in Georgia, and vividly recounts a powerful story of why he was (and still is) determined to work to "take the rope down." A published author whose books are translated into several languages. A man of deep faith and conviction. Most importantly a man full of wisdom based on his life experiences and his time spent in ministry both inside and outside of the sphere of higher education. This interview is part reflection and part inspiration, from a man who has stewarded his role as the

This week Gerald Hector speaks with Jamaican Olympian, University of Miami Hall of Fame Athlete and current Assistant Track and Field Coach at the University of Texas at El Paso, Mr. Davian Clarke. An elite athlete who made his first Olympic team at the age of twenty, shares his life's journey from Spanish Town in Jamaica to the highest levels in the sport of track and field around the world. A staunch advocate for educating student athletes, he shares his personal ups and downs and how he has crafted a message of inspiration and encouragement for young athletes who want to make it to the next level. This is another episode you do not want to miss. Grab a young student athlete and tune in to listen. It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place they hold now in society. The show is birthed out of my first book published i

This is part two of our panel series consisting of Black scientists and professionals to discuss the current and future impacts of COVID-19 and the #BLM movement on the Black community entitled: "Flattening Our Curve: A conversation among Black scholars and professionals on the impact of COVID-19 and #BLM on the Black community" We will be bringing together a multidisciplinary group of Black scholars to discuss these impact of these two events on the Black community in a three part series. The first will be held on July 29, 2020 at 6pm and will explore the current and future impact of COVID-19 and the #BLM movement on the health and wellness of the Black community. The second panel will be held on August 5, 2020 at 6pm and will discuss the social, economic, and educational impact of COVID-19 and #BLM politics and policy on our community. Lastly, on August 12, 2020 we plan to host our "Flattening our Curve THINKTANK" to brainstorm and create concrete solutions that can be implemented within our own communities

Our panel series consisting of Black scientists and professionals convene to discuss the current and future impacts of COVID-19 and the #BLM movement on the Black community entitled: "Flattening Our Curve: A conversation among Black scholars and professionals on the impact of COVID-19 and #BLM on the Black community" We will be bringing together a multidisciplinary group of Black scholars to discuss these impact of these two events on the Black community in a three part series. The first will be held on July 29, 2020 at 6pm and will explore the current and future impact of COVID-19 and the #BLM movement on the health and wellness of the Black community. The second panel will be held on August 5, 2020 at 6pm and will discuss the social, economic, and educational impact of COVID-19 and #BLM politics and policy on our community. Lastly, on August 12, 2020 we plan to host our "Flattening our Curve THINKTANK" to brainstorm and create concrete solutions that can be implemented within our own communities. Participan

This week on #InTheHuddle, Lurone "Coach" Jennings talks to Anthony Ray, Founder of The HBCU Nation Anthony Ray, Founder of The HBCUNation, joins Lurone "Coach" Jennings for a great conversation about his assignments, the story behind The HBCU Nation, The HBCU Project and where we are today. Anthony Ray is the Founder of The HBCU Nation, Creator/Producer/Host of The HBCU Nation Radio Show and the visionary behind HBCUiRadio and HBCU Smart TV, the Premier Destination of HBCU News, Sports and Culture. In the Huddle with Lurone "Coach" Jennings is a weekly one-hour broadcast on HBCUiRadio which topics include Professional Development, Economic Empowerment and Upward Mobility. Coach Jennings is a proud alumn of Fisk University, located in Nashville Tennessee. In the Huddle with Lurone "Coach" Jennings broadcasts on @HBCUiRadio and @HBCUSmartTV ( Amazon Fire TV and Roku) on Monday evenings at 7pm ET and weekends at 9am ET.

This week we welcome Dean Barron Harvey to the podcast. He is a stellar figure in the world of higher education as the immediate past Dean of the School of Business at the prestigious Howard University. He has shaped and impacted the lives of countless business professionals and entrepreneurs. He joins us to share his early years and his academic pursuits that led him to his great achievements in higher education at several institutions. He shares words of wisdom for young people and young professionals to navigate their careers. This is another one of those episodes you don't want to miss."

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Join us Monday, July 27th, at 7pm ET for In the Huddle with Lurone "Coach" Jennings for a great interview with Educational Warrior, Literacy Champion and Motivational Speaker, Professor LaTonya Pinkard. LaTonya is the loveable English teacher in seasons 3 and 4 of Last Chance U, filmed at Independence Community College where she has taught for the past five years. She previously worked at Georgia Perimeter College and Kennesaw State University. Professor Pinkard is also a certified life coach and inspirational speaker. You can follow LaTonya on Twitter under @latonyaclc and on Instagram @latonyapinkard. In the Huddle with Lurone "Coach" Jennings is a weekly one-hour broadcast on HBCUiRadio which topics include Professional Development, Economic Empowerment and Upward Mobility. Coach Jennings is a proud alumn of Fisk University, located in Nashville Tennessee. In the Huddle with Lurone "Coach" Jennings broadcasts on @HBCUiRadio and @HBCUSmartTV ( Amazon Fire TV and Roku) on Monday evenings at 7pm

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The Honorable Judge Curtis L. Collier is the special guest on #INTHEHUDDLE with Lurone "Coach" Jennings. This is the first of a two-part series that is focuses on The Honorable Judge Collier's upbringing, his journey to #TennesseeStateUniversity, #DukeUniversity, #AirForce, the lessons he learned along the way. Part two is a continuation as Judge Collier shares a great lesson on the Judicial Process and the importance of Civics being taught in the school systems. The Honorable Judge Curtis L. Colliers serves as the Senior U.S. District Court Judge for the Eastern District of Tennessee. He was nominated by President William J. Clinton on February 13, 1995, to a new seat authorized by 104 Stat. 5089. Judge Collier was confirmed by the Senate on May 8, 1995 and received commission on May 10, 1995. He currently served as Chief Judge, 2005-2012 and assumed senior status on October 31, 2014. His Educational Career includes Tennessee State University, B.S., 1971 and Duke University School of Law, J.D.,

This week on IT'S EASY SON, Coach Graham speaks candidly with Host, Gerald Hector about the new normal for coaches to be more than simply individuals who set programs, but care for the total student athlete. This is another episode you don't want to miss. Coach Lennox Graham is Assistant Head Coach for hurdles and sprints at Clemson University. He is also a coach for the Jamaican Olympic and World Championship teams. He has experienced success in the sport of track and field as a student athlete, a coach at the high school level in Jamaica and also at the NCAA and international levels. He currently shepherds the career of several professional athletes that includes 2015 World Champion and 2019 Diamond League Champion at 100 meters hurdles in the person of Danielle Williams. It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place th

This week, Gerald Hector speaks with Danielle Williams, the former 2015 World Champion and 2019 Diamond League Champion in the 100-meter hurdles. She shares her journey from Jamaica to Johnson C. Smith University and her subsequent rise on the world stage. In this episode, Danielle reflects on her early years and the importance of academics and family support. She shares words of wisdom and encouragement for anyone who wants to one day, reach the top of their profession. This is one episode you don't want to miss! It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place they hold now in society. The show is birthed out of my first book published in October of 2019. It is entitled, "It's Easy Son, Quit Making Things Difficult: Lasting Life Lessons from a Coach and Mentor". ______________________________________________________________

Mr. David Moody is a two time HBCU graduate of Morehouse College and Howard University. He is currently and CEO of C.D. Moody Construction Company which is one of the largest and most successful African American construction companies in the nation. He is a philanthropist and a keen advocate for young people and guiding professionals to their destinies. Listen in to this interview as he shares his journey from a segregated community in Chicago to his experiences at Morehouse and Howard, that eventually led him to where he is today. his candor and willingness to share the highs and lows of his journey is an inspiration for many who hear this story. It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey To Your Promise is a weekly, one-hour broadcast of interviews of thought leaders from a broad spectrum of society where we ask them about their journey from childhood to the place they hold now in society. The show is birthed out of my first book published in October of 2019. It is entitled, "It's Easy Son, Quit