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By Mike Ambassador Bruny

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Day 10 Walk And Talk: Get a Hobby

The Mike Ambassador Bruny ShowApr 05, 2020

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Day 29/30 Walk & Talk: Partnership

Day 29/30 Walk & Talk: Partnership

In this episode I talk about Partnership. I talk about the idea of finding someone who has the same focus on helping black professionals move forward both at work and in life. If you know someone that fits the bill I asked that you connect us.

This ends this season of my walk and talks. I’ll see you next time where I will have more of a focus.
Apr 06, 202103:29
Day 28 Walk and Talk: 1619 podcast and Black Farmers

Day 28 Walk and Talk: 1619 podcast and Black Farmers

Today I share what I learned from the podcast 1619 in particular this episode or the last two episodes to be precise was about black farmers
Apr 04, 202103:41
Day 27 Walk And Talk: Reconnecting

Day 27 Walk And Talk: Reconnecting

Good morning to you. I got 2 miles in today and on my mind is reconnection. How do you do it after not having been in touch with someone for a long time? I say it starts with being honest with the person you are looking to connect with and being honest that there is a chance that the person may not want to reconnect after so much time has pasted. That’s ok, keep it movin’.
Apr 03, 202101:45
Day 26 Walk and Talk: Find Yourself A Faith

Day 26 Walk and Talk: Find Yourself A Faith

Good morning. Just finished my walk and I’m hiding in the closet so my family doesn’t find me. Today I want to talk about Faith and something I heard while watching “The Crown,” with my wife. Oh, and it just happens to be Good Friday when I’m recording this (nope, it wasn’t planned that way).
Apr 02, 202102:10
Day 25 Walk and Talk: Possibilities & A Anniversary

Day 25 Walk and Talk: Possibilities & A Anniversary

What’s possible?
Apr 01, 202102:54
Day 24 Walk and Talk: It Ain’t About You (In a good way)

Day 24 Walk and Talk: It Ain’t About You (In a good way)

Listen in as I talk about external things you may face that don’t have anything to do with you personally and how to keep things moving.
Mar 31, 202102:22
Day 23 Walk and Talk: Respect

Day 23 Walk and Talk: Respect

Today I talk about respecting the work we do. Listen in and find out what brought this to mind.
Mar 30, 202102:32
Day 22 Walk and Talk: But I Don’t Want To

Day 22 Walk and Talk: But I Don’t Want To

Today I have a question for you. What do you do to get yourself moving when you don’t “feel” like it?
Mar 29, 202101:47
Interviewing My Son - March 2021

Interviewing My Son - March 2021

In this episode I take a few minutes to interview my son and learn more about some of his favorite things.  We talk about movies, books, Legos and more.  Listen in and let us know if you have any questions for my 6 son to be 7 year old son. 

Mar 28, 202108:16
Day 21 Walk and Talk: Constraints

Day 21 Walk and Talk: Constraints

I wasn’t sure what I was going to share today until my son came out and told me I can only “play,” in the driveway. It reminded me about constraints and that’s what I share in this episode. They can actually be liberating.
Mar 28, 202102:33
Day 20 Walk And Talk: Friends Make It Easier

Day 20 Walk And Talk: Friends Make It Easier

Day 20 of 30 of my work and talk series. My good buddy gave me a call which got me to hit the pavement and then I ended up doing 2 miles of waking instead of 1.
Mar 28, 202101:21
Day 19 Walk & Talk: Access Granted

Day 19 Walk & Talk: Access Granted

Good morning, Mike, Ambassador Bruny here on my walk and talk. This is day 19 of 30

The last couple of days I watched the Queen's Gambit on Netflix, which is partly about chess ♟ and all kinds of craziness.

But the chess piece really intrigued me. And part of me is like, “I don't know why.” But there's another part that says, “you know why man.” That part is because it feels like one of those things I've never really learned.

I know how the pieces moves, but I don't know how to think chess. And not too long ago, something dawned on me, it felt as if it wasn't accessible. But that's not fully true, right? It's not necessarily true.

You have different ways of engaging in chess, and let chess be a metaphor for whatever it is that you're thinking about doing.

But it feels like “Yo, I don't know how to get in man.” At least in when it comes to chess, one of the things is, they have games that you can, that you can replay other people's games, you can watch other people's games.

But there's a piece a small piece, maybe a big piece that might be missing. And if you don't catch it, you can be lost. And that is understanding, I think it's called algebraic notation, I feel like I should say with an accent.

And for those of you who know spreadsheets, it is nothing more than saying a cell name in Excel or Google Sheets, it's like E5. That's an actual position on the board. Because the board, the chess board itself, if you look at the bottom, from the position of the white pieces— that's a whole other episode: Why it feels like so much just focused on the white pieces—it's A through H and then one through eight. So any position, you can get the coordinates. And that's how it tells you, that's the beginning of understanding where the pieces are as you move them.

And a little bit of googling will make you an insider, where you can literally go and watch someone's game, you can replay someone's game just based on the coordinates of the different pieces and the moves that they made. So you can actually see it for yourself and move the pieces and you don’t need nobody to do that.

Whatever you are thinking about jumping in, but maybe not. Spend some time on Google and find the points that will make it easier for you to explore on your own. So that's my message for today, it’s about access, accessibility and understanding that there's these little things, you learn them, little things you learn, changes everything.

Alright, I'm out of time for me to go before my little guy gets ready to hit the road. But this is Mike Ambassador Bruny signing out. Peace.
Mar 26, 202103:19
Day 18 of 30: Tools 🧰

Day 18 of 30: Tools 🧰

Today is day 18 of 30 in my walk and talk series. On my mind today is tools 🧰.

As I headed out for a rainy walk this morning I was able to listen to an audio recording at 1.75 time speed so I was able to get through more content in less time.

Having a tool to help me do so made me think about making my next 30 day series about tools you can use to move things forward (or slow down when you need to). What do you think?
Mar 25, 202102:58
Day 17 of 30 Walk and Talk: Anti-Blackness

Day 17 of 30 Walk and Talk: Anti-Blackness

It’s day 17 of 30 for my walk and talk. 

On my mind today is Anti-Blackness.  The thought is sparked by a conversation I was listening to about Clubhouse fatigue.  Based on some of the things that was causing the fatigue, my mind went to, "Wait a minute, some of the things they are referring to isn't about Clubhouse, but about Blackness."  I've just begun my exploration of Anti-Blackness but thought this was an interesting observation on my part.  Listen in, comment, let's discuss.

Mar 24, 202104:06
Day 16/30 - Foggy

Day 16/30 - Foggy

It was foggy when I went for my walk and a thought came to mind. Fog ain’t nothing but a cloud that came down to visit us.
Mar 24, 202101:34
Day 15/30 - Walk and Talk: On Being Tired

Day 15/30 - Walk and Talk: On Being Tired

Today I talk about being tired. What to know more? You gonna have to listen in. I’m too tired to type 😝
Mar 22, 202104:27
Day 14/30 Walk And Talk - Meet Umma aka Emerson's Mom

Day 14/30 Walk And Talk - Meet Umma aka Emerson's Mom

On the 14th day of my 30 day walking challenge, I pull in the family to join me. My son Emerson interviews his mom. Umma is Korean for Mom.
He asks her questions about where she was born, the countries she has visited, food she has tried and the languages she speaks.

enjoy.
Mar 21, 202105:56
Day 13 of 30 Walk and Talk: Change...Happy Spring

Day 13 of 30 Walk and Talk: Change...Happy Spring

Hey Hey Mike Ambassador Bruny here.  I'm on day 13 of 30 of my Walk and Talks.  I will for sure be walking but I honestly don't always feel like talking; hopefully you won't hold that against me.

On to today's topic...Change.  It's the first day of spring and I wanted to swing by and remind you that you ain't got to wait for the season to change for you to change.  You can use anything as a catalyst for change.  I talk more about that on my short talk...Listen in and do me a favor, share it with at least one person you think would benefit from hearing this message. 

Do you have a question that you'd like me to ponder and answer on my walk and talks?  Jump on Anchor.fm/AmbassadorBruny and hit the message button and leave your audio message there, 

Your Ambassador,

Mike Ambassador Bruny

Mar 20, 202102:59
Day 12/30 Walking and Talk: Stop Anti-Asian Violence

Day 12/30 Walking and Talk: Stop Anti-Asian Violence

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

Day 12 of 30 in my walk and talk.  I'm swinging by to share a message of "stop the violence" (I actually have a snippet of the song by Boogie Down Productions in this episode). 

On my heart is all the madness going on with the violence against Asians.  I share some thoughts about what would happen if the violence flipped and was against White people for the institution of slavery or what if it was violence against your dog...just because they are a dog.  

Doesn't feel so good does it.  Well let's keep speaking out against the violence. 

Mar 19, 202105:49
Day 10/30 Walk and Talk: Habits

Day 10/30 Walk and Talk: Habits

In this episode I share what sparked me to talk about habits today, how I’m working from the office and some of the processes I use to start and maintain habits.

I also invite you to share you process 👋🏽.
Mar 17, 202103:20
[WalkAndTalk] Making The Connection (Day 9 of 30)

[WalkAndTalk] Making The Connection (Day 9 of 30)

Good morning. I’m in my walk and talk. It’s day 9 and today in my heart and mind is “Connection.”

As I’m working on my interviews on my other podcast, ‘No More Reasonable Doubt,” I’m seeing opportunity to connect different guest to each other and to others in my network.

This has inspired me to ask more people the question, “What are you working on?” and “What are you thinking about working on?”

I invite you to answer those two questions and send it my way. You never know, who I know that can help.

Your Ambassador,
Mike Ambassador Bruny
Mar 16, 202103:20
Walking and Maybe Talking Is Back

Walking and Maybe Talking Is Back

Hey y’all. I’m back. I’m back to walking! It’s day 7 of a 30 day challenge. You can do one too if you’d like. I invite you to leave me a message, leave me a question and I promise I’ll answer it on a future episode.
Mar 14, 202105:14
Update On My New Project And Other Things

Update On My New Project And Other Things

Just updating the people after a while. I talk about how the sunrise has been impacting me; my latest project related to helping Black professionals start passion projects and more.
Dec 15, 202009:37
[Emerson show] My Son Interviews Me About What I Do and More

[Emerson show] My Son Interviews Me About What I Do and More

My 6yr old grabs the mic and interviews me about what I do and a few other things on his mind.
Aug 23, 202018:31
The Day I Got Chased By A Dog

The Day I Got Chased By A Dog

The Day I Got Chased By A Dog. The title pretty much says it all.
May 29, 202005:09
Day 30 Walk And Talk: Last one...Take On Your Own Challenge

Day 30 Walk And Talk: Last one...Take On Your Own Challenge

Day 30 Walk And Talk: Last one...Take On Your Own Challenge. This is my last episode in my 30 day walk and talk challenge. I talk about how you can create your own challenge and how to make it meaningful and how to increase your chances of “success.” I don’t know what is next on my end but stay tuned. Thanks for listening.
Apr 25, 202005:56
Day 29 Walk And Talk: What and who are you grateful for

Day 29 Walk And Talk: What and who are you grateful for

Day 29 Walk And Talk: What and who are you grateful for. In this episode I talk about two things that happened that reminded me to be grateful daily and also on a bigger scale for the person I am today. Listen in and let me know what and who you are grateful for.
Apr 24, 202003:09
Day 28 Walk And Talk: 2 Questions

Day 28 Walk And Talk: 2 Questions

Day 28 of 30 Walk And Talk Podcast: 2 Questions. In this episode I ask you two important questions to consider during this pandemic. One is future focused and the other is all about right now.
Apr 23, 202001:07
Day 27 Walk And Talk: Joel C. Louis on routine and teaching kids during this pandemic

Day 27 Walk And Talk: Joel C. Louis on routine and teaching kids during this pandemic

Day 27 Walk And Talk: Talking about teaching kids and more during this pandemic. In this episode I talk with my good buddy Joel C. Louis about some of the opportunities that come with teaching kids at home during this pandemic and how we can get our routine together. This is also the first episode when I do a little bit of editing both because I've been wanting to and because we ran into a little bit of technical difficulty. Man we have been home with our kids for over 30 days, we can handle this. LOL
Apr 22, 202035:03
Day 26 Walk And Talk: Annel Norgaisse talking about staying positive

Day 26 Walk And Talk: Annel Norgaisse talking about staying positive

Day 26 Walk And Talk: Annel Norgaisse talking about staying positive. In this episode we connect with Attorney Annel who talks about the importance of staying positive and bringing positive energy in the time of the pandemic. He started a hashtag to help spread the positive. #PositiveThoughtsvsCovid19
Apr 21, 202021:33
Day 25 Walk And Talk: Interview With Firefighter Sydney Rowe

Day 25 Walk And Talk: Interview With Firefighter Sydney Rowe

Day 25 Walk And Talk: Interview With Firefighter Sydney Rowe. In this episode I interview my friend and Fraternity brother Sydney Rowe who is a firefighter in North Carolina. We talk about his journey to becoming a firefighter and what sparked, pun intended, the pursuit of his dream job as a first responder. (Length 27:51)
Apr 20, 202027:52
Day 24 Walk And Talk: Watch/Hear It Again

Day 24 Walk And Talk: Watch/Hear It Again

Day 24 Walk And Talk: Watch/Hear It Again. Today I invite you to watch or listen to something you haven’t in a while. How do you experience it different. The material hasn’t change but you have; that matters.(Audio Length 1:46)
Apr 19, 202001:47
Day 23 Walk And Talk: Make EveryDay A Throwback

Day 23 Walk And Talk: Make EveryDay A Throwback

Day 23 Walk And Talk: Make EveryDay A Throwback. Today I talk about leveraging memories to make it through tough times. Don’t just think about them but also share them. Listen in.
Apr 18, 202001:47
Day 22 Walk And Talk: Slow Down, It’s A Different Race

Day 22 Walk And Talk: Slow Down, It’s A Different Race

Day 22 Walk And Talk: Slow Down, It’s A Different Race. Today I talk about how the race done changed. If it was a straight sprint, now it’s got all kinds of hurdles. You have to adjust.
Apr 17, 202002:16
Day 21 Walk and Talk: Today I have a guest in Doshea “Shea” Gordon

Day 21 Walk and Talk: Today I have a guest in Doshea “Shea” Gordon

Day 21 Walk and Talk: Today I have a guest in Doshea “Shea” Gordon. We went to college together and are also fraternity brothers. We talk about his work, hobbies, how he got into photography, fear and going pass it, getting better at your strengths. Bob Cousy from the Celtics even came up.
Apr 16, 202025:43
Day 20 Walk And Talk: Who Is Pushing You

Day 20 Walk And Talk: Who Is Pushing You

Day 20 Walk And Talk: Who Is Pushing You. Today I talk about a few goals/challenges I’ve taken in and my buddy who always pushes me to do more.
Apr 15, 202003:11
Day 19 Walk And Talk: Time To Change The Narrative!

Day 19 Walk And Talk: Time To Change The Narrative!

Day 19 Walk And Talk: Time To Change The Narrative! In this episode I talk a repeating narrative I find myself sharing. Listen in...
Apr 14, 202003:13
Day 18 Walk And Talk: Feel How YOU Feel

Day 18 Walk And Talk: Feel How YOU Feel

Day 18 Walk And Talk: Feel How YOU Feel. In this episode I talk about embracing what you are feeling right now and being mindful not to take own others feelings. Have a listen.
Apr 13, 202002:10
Day 17 Walk And Talk: Don’t Call It A Comeback (Happy Easter)

Day 17 Walk And Talk: Don’t Call It A Comeback (Happy Easter)

Day 17 Walk And Talk: Don’t Call It A Comeback (Happy Easter). This walk/episode is recorded on Easter and I’m talking about comebacks and where there may be an opportunity for you to comeback. I also tease another project I’ll be working on. You gotta listen to learn more. Lend me your ear 👂.
Apr 12, 202002:07
Day 16 Walk And Talk: Sometimes You Lose

Day 16 Walk And Talk: Sometimes You Lose

Day 16 Walk And Talk: Sometimes You Lose. In this episode I talk about how Emerson wanted me to read for him at 4 AM in the morning I agreed but when 4 AM came my alarm didn’t go off and I did not want to read but..:
Apr 11, 202002:19
Day 15 Walk And Talk: What if...

Day 15 Walk And Talk: What if...

Day 15 Walk And Talk: What if... in today’s episode I invite you to play the “What if,” game to help open up your mind and create new possibilities for yourself. Peace ✌🏾
Apr 10, 202001:38
Day 14 Walk And Talk: Just Checking In

Day 14 Walk And Talk: Just Checking In

Day 14 Walk And Talk: Just Checking In. Today I share the power of those 3 words, “Just. Checking. In.” They give you a way to reach out to people without worrying about what to say.
Apr 09, 202001:24
Day 13 Walk And Talk: Forgot My Password

Day 13 Walk And Talk: Forgot My Password

Day 13 Walk And Talk: Forgot My Password. Today I talk about the human change we’ve had to make given the Digital tools we now have to use. I also talk about “I forgot my password,” no longer being a good excuse.
Apr 08, 202002:03
Day 12 Walk And Talk: On The Other Side Is Love

Day 12 Walk And Talk: On The Other Side Is Love

Day 12 Walk And Talk: On The Other Side Is Love. Today I talk about the different kind of Love that is out there and how I know that on the other side of this pandemic is L-O-V-E
Apr 07, 202003:16
Day 11 Walk And Talk: Music, Dance and Playlist

Day 11 Walk And Talk: Music, Dance and Playlist

Day 11 Walk And Talk: Music, Dance and Playlist. In this episode I start with a 30 second clip of a song that got me moving this morning and got me thinking about the importance of music
Apr 06, 202002:28
Day 10 Walk And Talk: Get a Hobby

Day 10 Walk And Talk: Get a Hobby

Day 10 Walk And Talk: Get a Hobby. Walking with my son and sharing with you about finding a hobby during these times. I share a few examples of a few things we are doing and specifically a martial arts form called, “Wing Chun.”
Apr 05, 202002:20
Day 9 Walk And Talk: Time Blocking

Day 9 Walk And Talk: Time Blocking

Day 9 Walk And Talk: Time Blocking. On today’s walk I talk about identifying things that are important to you and how to make time for them In the craziness of the day-to-day.
Apr 04, 202002:51
Day 8 Walk and Talk: Don’t Judge

Day 8 Walk and Talk: Don’t Judge

Day 8 Walk and Talk: Don’t Judge. In this 8 of 30 episode I talk about not hiding and remembering it’s a stressful time. I also talk about a specific example.
Apr 03, 202003:21
Day 7 Walk And Talk: Play!

Day 7 Walk And Talk: Play!

Day 7 Walk And Talk: Play! Today I talk about how I leveraged technology to set up a few virtual play dates. Give it a listen
Apr 02, 202002:36
Day 6 Walk and Talk: What Are You Curious About?

Day 6 Walk and Talk: What Are You Curious About?

Day 6 Walk and Talk: What Are You Curious About? Today I ask you a quest about what you are doing with your new found time. What are you curious about and what are you learning. I talk about a few movies I’m catching up on.
Apr 01, 202002:17