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P.P.C. Podcast with Cynda Williams

P.P.C. Podcast with Cynda Williams

By Cynda Williams

Cynda Williams has been in the public eye since her debut in Mo'Better Blues as a singer and actress. She shares insights, memoirs, and poetry from daily life .
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CONNECTION

P.P.C. Podcast with Cynda Williams Dec 16, 2022

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CONNECTION

CONNECTION

Cynda welcomes AMDA student (February 2023 grad), actress, model, athlete, and her daughter Sophia Gabrielle. They discuss Sophia's experience growing up with busy showbiz parents and how she had to learn to break out of her shell to connect with others. They also discuss Christmas memories. Produced by cwillcreate Productions.
Dec 16, 202232:39
SISTERS

SISTERS

Cynda welcomes a recent graduate of University of Texas at Austin, singer/songwriter, musician, and her niece Corinne Williams. They discuss her navigation through childhood struggles, her transition into womanhood, and her coming to terms with being happy with a mere handful of trusted friends, her sister Conner the closest of them all.
Cynda shares Corinne's new single Vertigo written by her and Joshua-Roa Martinez.
Produced and original beats by my sister M.C. Lyriq.
Dec 09, 202231:29
PAST IS THE PAST

PAST IS THE PAST

Cynda features a singer (Chicago Music Award Nominee and Prince Regent of EDM), songwriter (Killer), producer, actor, dancer, podcaster and radio personality (Access Lake Shore Drive WSBC 1240 AM Chicago) Dantés. Https.//ffm.bio/03jxgm.
They discuss his untraditional upbringing in the Maryville Academy in Chicagoland, how he survived bullying and showed them 'what was what' with his creative successes. Cynda shares his chart topping song "Killer Remix" featuring Seph.
Production and original beats by DJ Kidd Disco.

Dec 02, 202234:03
THE OUTCAST

THE OUTCAST

Cynda welcomes an actress, producer, club owner, and the founder of the Knotty Luxe Arts Foundation, Pam Mack. They discuss how Pam bridged two worlds between her westside Chicago neighborhood and the prestigious Walt Disney Magnet School. DJ Kidd Disco provides original beats and produces.
Nov 25, 202224:29
They Made Poor Look Good

They Made Poor Look Good

Cynda features a black music and film historian and the curator for "Fans of Unsung" Luther Aramis McRae. They discuss his Bay Area humble beginnings and how he found his activist's voice.
Original beats and production by M.C. Lyriq.
Nov 18, 202225:57
REMEMBER YOUR WHY

REMEMBER YOUR WHY

Cynda welcomes family man, poet, author (A Lover's Truce), and statistician Kellen Parham. They discuss his creative journey from a love of numbers to an adoration of words. Production by A Gbal Production @ Garibaldi Creative Group.
Nov 11, 202232:20
WE'RE ONLY HUMAN

WE'RE ONLY HUMAN

Cynda features Pastor Andre Mitchell of Deliverance Temple Muncie, IN. linktr.ee/revandrem. They discuss his journey from being a PK (preacher's kid) entrenched in the church, to finding his way in a mixed up world, back to a congregation in need of his humanity. He is an inspirational man of faith, family, and fashion. DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides beats.
Nov 04, 202230:09
"TRY ME" ENERGY

"TRY ME" ENERGY

Cynda welcomes digital artist, illustrator, community organizer, and the director of community programming for The George Washington Carver Intrepretive Museum in Dothan, Alabama, Latasha Hyatt. We discuss how a tall, bullied, and withdrawn artistic girl found strength in her gifts and a no nonsense attitude to boot. DJ Kidd Disco provides awesome beats and production.
Oct 28, 202226:59
HAPPY WITH ME

HAPPY WITH ME

Cynda welcomes Tennessee Filmmaker Jaron Lockridge. They speak of his fulfilling life of being an introvert and his ability to get things done on his own through the filmmaking genre.

Beats and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Oct 21, 202223:60
FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE

FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE

Cynda introduces masters student, behavioral youth specialist, and managing therapy intern Sharon Sanders. They discuss her journey through painful challenges to a passionate and innoative career of helping children holistically.
Original beats and production by DJ Kidd Disco.

Oct 07, 202226:55
ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING

ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING

Cynda features journalist, podcaster, and Standards Specialist, Brandon Turner. They discuss his meaningful life and how he manages to work through every struggle, maintaining a positive attitude.

DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides original beats.
Sep 30, 202227:60
SPIRIT SOUL

SPIRIT SOUL

Cynda features conscious rapper, producer, writer and family man "sOul from the O". They discuss his roots in Oakland, CA and how he found his passion: Conscious Rap. They also speak about his spiritual journey. We share sOul's new single FAMILY TREE.

DJ Kidd Disco produced and provided fresh beats.
Sep 23, 202227:59
THE MASCULINE

THE MASCULINE

Cynda welcomes actor, multi-media creator, podcaster, and spoken word artist Trent K. Hawrich AKA TKHR.

Trent shares his experiences growing up between clashing lifestyles and figuring out how to live as a balanced masculine. They also discuss his expanding creative life. DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides fresh new beats.
Sep 16, 202224:28
NOT PERFECT

NOT PERFECT

Cynda welcomes Broadway actor, stage manager, producer, voice-over talent and entrepreneur Todd Gajdusek. They discuss Todd's blessed career and the unattainable quest for perfection. Production and beats by DJ Kidd Disco.
Sep 09, 202226:02
A LITTLE BIT SOUTHERN A LITTLE BIT STREET

A LITTLE BIT SOUTHERN A LITTLE BIT STREET

Cynda welcomes, stand up comic, actor, activist, and radio personality China Doll www.therealisreal.com. China shares about her daunting task of living with undiagnosed dyslexia and standing up to body shaming bullies with humor. DJ Kidd Disco provides beats and produces.
Sep 02, 202227:21
ACTIVIST

ACTIVIST

Cynda features Kenyan journalist, filmmaker and activist Douglas Rori. We discuss his trajectory from his early filmmaking dreams, to becoming what he envisioned. He began making documentaries to change lives then came across the world to the US, to fulfill his Hollywood aspirations.
Beats and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Aug 26, 202228:25
PLANTING SEEDS

PLANTING SEEDS

Cynda welcomes entrepreneur, business owner, caterer, cosmetologist Jenita Harris. We discuss her difficult beginnings as an oldest child who is forced to take on the role of protector. We also discuss the driving force of her entrepreneurial success. Beats and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Aug 19, 202220:35
REINVENT
Aug 12, 202237:21
THE POET

THE POET

Cynda welcomes published author (https:linktr.ee/kingatterberry9), poet, activist, and content creator, Joel Washington Atterberry. We discuss his journey from struggle to strength and how he became a "narrator for (his) society" with poetry.
DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides the beats.
Aug 05, 202221:37
RESPECT

RESPECT

Cynda welcomes her sister, music engineer, singer/songwriter, poet, visual artist & author M.C. Lyriq. They discuss her journey from being a balling bbgirl to amazing artist. They also discuss the challenges women face in the workplace. DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides beats.
Jul 29, 202225:22
IN A HIDDEN STATE

IN A HIDDEN STATE

Cynda welcomes mother and Master of Counsellor, Lisa Rose. We discuss growing up with trauma and funneling those difficulties into loving others. D.J. Kidd Disco produces and provides beats.
Jul 22, 202226:58
STARGAZER

STARGAZER

Cynda welcomes videographer, writer, and filmmaker Augustin Garibaldi. They discuss his New Orleans beginnings, his creative journey, loss, and overcoming depression. DJ Kidd Disco provides beats and production.
Jul 15, 202228:26
A VILLAGE

A VILLAGE

Cynda welcomes teacher, grant writer, public health educator, certified health education specialist & consultant, Cecilia Williams. We discuss her life as a first generation Filipino American, serving her Muslim community, family values, and raising children with the aid of "a village." DJ Kidd Disco provides production and beats
Jul 08, 202227:42
LESSONS FOR THE LITTLE BOY

LESSONS FOR THE LITTLE BOY

Cynda welcomes author, publisher, and entrepreneur Glenn Murray. They discuss Glenn's new book Lessons For The Little Boy. They dive deep into the minds of men. Beats and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Jul 01, 202222:43
THE DELIBERATE DADDY

THE DELIBERATE DADDY

Cynda welcomes Graphic Designer, DJ, and Podcaster (Bazz Facey True All Stars), Bazz Facey for a second time. This time they talk about deliberately choosing to be a parent and how preparation can ease the drama of parenting. Production and beats by DJ Kidd Disco.
Jun 24, 202225:11
BLACK FATHERS NUTURE

BLACK FATHERS NUTURE

Cynda features Charles Haasan (Attorney), Jomo Kenyatta (Installation Technical Engineer), and Frederick Douglas Williams (Certified Project Management Professional) join her for a fun & lively discussion about the lessons they learned from their childhood and how they've evolved to be nurturing fathers. Music and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Jun 17, 202228:31
TWO WAY STREET

TWO WAY STREET

Cynda welcomes father, rapper (Deja Vu by Lord Tariq & Peter Gunz), and reality star (Love & Hip Hop, Cheaters) Peter Gunz. They discuss his early life and how it shaped his life struggles and triumphs. Peter shares his song DO WHAT YOU DO featuring Amina Buddafly. Production and beats by DJ Kidd Disco (samples by Peter Gunz and Lord Tariq).
Jun 10, 202252:04
A CONSTELLATION OF FAMILY

A CONSTELLATION OF FAMILY

Cynda welcomes a son, husband, father, data engineer, and operations manager of The Lest We Forget Museum Of Slavery (owned by his parents) in Philadelphia, PA Tory Ragsdale MBA, MS, PMP, CSM. We discuss the struggles and joys of growing up with large blended families and the importance of understanding our own family histories.
Jun 03, 202227:12
FAMILY BIZNESS

FAMILY BIZNESS

Cynda welcomes her cousins and creators of the nationally sought after Absolutely Fabulous Shea Souffle. They discuss creating a fun lifestyle for their four children while having the faith to dive deeply into the ocean of entrepreneurship. DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides music.
May 27, 202220:59
OTHER MOTHER

OTHER MOTHER

Cynda features her lifelong friend, wife of Coach Eddie Faulkner of Pittsburgh Steelers, and super mom Anissa Faulkner. She shares about her unique upbringing and her miraculous journey to motherhood. DJ Kidd Disco provides music and production.
May 20, 202228:19
MINI-VAN MOM

MINI-VAN MOM

Cynda features her friend, mother and marketing specialist Beth Pearson. They dive into the subject of a child's spiritual upbringing and the joys of being the "mini-van mom." DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides the beats.
May 13, 202225:11
MY LIFELONG PURPOSE

MY LIFELONG PURPOSE

Cynda shares memories of her mother and daughter. She contemplates the forward movement of time and shifting tides. She reads from her book, Pink Pantie Confessions. Music and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
May 06, 202215:37
SUPER MINORITY

SUPER MINORITY

Starting off "May Mothers" Cynda welcomes her sister, a single mother, attorney, General Counsel and Senior V. P. of the Safer Foundation. They discuss overcoming the obstacles of women that some in the world perceive as a minority and how to push forward knowing their worth. To hear more from Sodiqa tune into the PPC Radio Show Wednesday May 4th from 2-3 Eastern on www.thegrownfolksradio.com, Facebook, and YouTube Live. DJ. Kidd Disco provides music and production.
Apr 29, 202223:44
PIGEONHOLED

PIGEONHOLED

Cynda features musician, engineer, teacher and entertainer Theodis Rodgers Jr. They speak of his fantastic musical journey and the dangers of being pigeonholed. To hear more tune in to the PPC Radio Show Wednesday April 27th from 2-3 Eastern on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook and YouTube Live. Music and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Apr 22, 202226:07
NAYSAYERS

NAYSAYERS

Cynda welcomes therapist, blogger, and author of A SINGLE WOMAN'S PARENTING JOURNEY: SURVIVAL TIDBITS (available where books are sold). They converse about the uses of adversity and how to deal with naysayers. To hear more from Carla tune into THE PPC RADIO SHOW Wednesday 2-3 Eastern on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook and YouTube Live. Beats and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Apr 15, 202228:49
PREACHER'S KID

PREACHER'S KID

Cynda welcomes photographer, musician, singer and radio host of the DBarge Show (wvtcradio.com) Donald Barge. He speaks of how he brought the teachings if his childhood into his journey of creativity and serving others. Music and production 🎼🎼🎼🎼by DJ Kidd Disco.
Apr 08, 202228:48
DISCIPLINE

DISCIPLINE

Cynda features Wing Chun Sifu, teacher, trainer, and bounty hunter Michael Sampson. We discuss his lifetime of martial arts and how it is important to keep the ego in check and be disciplined. To hear more from him tune in to the PPC Radio Show, Wednesday 2-3 Eastern on April 6th on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook, or Youtube Live. Many thanks to DJ Kidd Disco for music and production.
Apr 01, 202223:32
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE TIMING

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE TIMING

Cynda features actress, music producer, writer, and mom Nakia Bryant-Saculla. They speak about the navigating the entertainment field and finding the will to wait for divine timing. To hear more from Nakia tune in Wednesday 2-3 Eastern March 30 on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook and Youtube Live. DJ Kidd Disco provides music and production.
Mar 25, 202225:02
BLACKGROUND IN THE BACKGROUND

BLACKGROUND IN THE BACKGROUND

Cynda welcomes filmmaker, playwright, entrepreneur, and nurse Paula Kuria. They speak of the need for all minority people to step out of the shadows and into the light. To hear more from Paula join the PPC Radio Show Wednesday March 23 2-3 Eastern on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook and Youtube Live. Thanks to DJ Kidd Disco for music and production.
Mar 18, 202223:54
SOBRIETY

SOBRIETY

Cynda features mother and H.O.P.E. podcaster Tammy Lyn Connors. They speak about breaking addictions and surviving family childhood trauma. To hear more from Tammy join us on the PPC Radio Show Wednesday March 16th from 2-3 Eastern on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook and Youtube Live. DJ Kidd Disco provides production and music.
Mar 11, 202227:27
LIFESTYLES

LIFESTYLES

Cynda features rapper, actor, playwright, and author of LIFESTYLES: WHERE SEXUALITY BEGINS (available where books are sold) Monica Yvette Money-Kitt AKA Y. Money. They focus on her beautiful career from being a teenage hip hop star, to successful actor, and a published author. To hear more from her join them on the PPC RADIO SHOW Wednesday March 9th from 2-3 Eastern on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook Live and Youtube Live.
DJ Kidd Disco provides beats and production. He also shares a snippet from Y. Money's hit song, THE OTHER SIDE OF ME.

Mar 04, 202231:09
LAUGH

LAUGH

Cynda features 1988 heavyweight gold medal Olympian, professional boxer (WBO Heavyweight Champion Title 1991-1992), kickboxer, and mixed martial artist, Ray Mercer. We discuss his rise to fame and how he uses laughter to prepare for all of life's challenges. To hear more from him join us Wednesday March 2nd 2-3 Eastern on The PPC Radio Show. It airs on www.thegrownefolksradio.com, Facebook and Youtube Live. Thank you to DJ Kidd Disco for joining our conversation, production and music.
Feb 25, 202225:01
FAMILY, LOVE & FOOTBALL
Feb 18, 202223:15
MENTOR

MENTOR

Cynda shares memories of her mentors and their blessings over her life. She shares her performance of the poem MOTHER'S LAMENT, by her uncle James W. Williams. Music and production by DJ Kidd Disco.
Feb 11, 202213:10
FUNDAMENTALS OF LIFE
Feb 04, 202222:31
IN MY ELEMENT
Jan 28, 202223:18
GOAL ORIENTED
Jan 21, 202223:51
AIM HIGH

AIM HIGH

Cynda features entrepreneur, author (AS THE WICKED WATCH w/Tamron Hall), journalist (Chicago Tribune) and mother of Nathan, T. Shawn Taylor. They discuss Shawn's steady climb to success in spite of racial and gender challenges. DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides beats.
Jan 14, 202223:40
NEW BEGINNINGS

NEW BEGINNINGS

Cynda welcomes the expert and widely popular D.C. kinesthesiologist, nutritionist, fitness coach and trainer Keith Turner. They discuss Keith's beginnings and his calling to inspire and aide others with their physical health journeys. DJ Kidd Disco produces and provides beats.
Jan 07, 202227:03
MY FAVORITE GIFT

MY FAVORITE GIFT

Cynda says good-bye to 2021 with hope in her heart. She reads The DailyOm's Blog, " GIFT OF WINTER. Merry Christmas and farewell to 2021. Blessings abundant in 2022.
Dec 25, 202110:41