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Can you remain disciplined for 90 days? Can you lock in with your goals? Can you say to no to temptation? Challenge yourself to commit to something for 90 days and watch the world work in your favor! @dreamsbyanymeans | @dbamtv

In a season of transition Ed shares his thoughts on patience, discipline faith and action. @dreamsbyanymeans

Featuring Special Guest, Derrick Colbert, A Devoted father, husband, brother and community builder. 20 years in the community development industry. Career spans through various fields Derrick served as a Certified Family Development Practitioner, Certified Fatherhood Practitioner, Certified Entrepreneurship and Small Business Developer, and Political Strategists.

Accomplished Government and Private Sector Mid-Level Manager, with expertise in entrepreneurship, small business, human capital and community development industries. Follow Derrick on Social Media:
IG: @D_strategist
FB: @Derrick Colbert
Twitter: @dcol_676

Gun violence in urban communities has unfortunately been too familiar over the last few decades. What is the problem? What is the answer?

Cortney E. Walters, Esq. is the founding and managing attorney of The Law Office of Cortney E. Walters, PLLC. Ms. Walters is a Magna Cum Laude graduate from Howard University where she earned her undergraduate degree.

Ms. Walters’ journey continued at The St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, Florida, where she graduated with honors in 2016, further honing her legal acumen while contributing to the St. Thomas Law Review and participating in the University’s esteemed Trial Team.

Inducted into the Florida Bar in September of 2016, Ms. Walters hit the ground running as an Assistant Public Defender, passionately serving the citizens of Orange County and Broward County, Florida. With a portfolio comprising hundreds of criminal cases, her experience spans the breadth of legal complexities from misdemeanors, DUIs, and felonies. Her vigorous advocacy has continually resulted in successful defense outcomes for her clients across a myriad of criminal issues.

What are you holding on for? What is holding you back from being the best version of you? Obtaining your dream job, meeting the spouse you prayed for? Gettin the body you always wanted? Let go and Let’s Go!

As an author and Chiropractic physician, Dr. Danielle Peebles, is a trailblazer in her field. She founded Pro Health Family Chiropractic, in 2007 and has worked with thousands of people, helping them regain mobility, strength and overall well being.
Dr. Peebles specializes in working with athletes who are suffering from injuries. She recognized that chiropractic care is often overlooked in the pre-surgery and rehabilitation process, but it can aid in a quicker recovery.
Many athletes have delayed return time to their sports because they are missing this critical element of the recovery process. The long term well being of athletes requires consistent care and attention. Dr. Peebles has worked with professional basketball players, football players and olympic athletes.
She is the author of Sex Sent Me To The Chiropractor, which comedically teaches you the benefits of chiropractic care; and she also serves the community through other organizations such as Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and the YMCA O’Fallon Park, where she is a board member.

How Long do you want to go? Like as you want or long as you can? @DREAMSBYANYMEANS @DBAMTV

ED shares his thoughts in the importance of keeping hard work in the center of our lives and not falling victim to giving less than 110% to ANYTHING that we do. Are you truly working hard in your profession? Your role in your family/community? Are you challenging yourself to be better than you were yesterday? Do you want to achieve ultimate success? If so, PUT IN THE WORK, and WATCH GOD BLESS YOU!

ED catches up with his audience in his first episode since November 2023 to discuss the last 3 months of life, his birthday, and the importance of embracing good and challenging transitions. Follow @DBAMTV l @DREAMSBYANYMEANS to stay up to date.

Featuring special guest, Maurice “Reese” Williams” discussing his experience in Federal Prison after being convicted for drug trafficking and money laundering during his senior year of college. While serving time in prison, he discovered a passion for fitness and reading that led him to his career today as a professional trainer.

Delano Hunter is the Acting Director of the DC Department of General Services. Director Hunter is a long-serving member of the Bowser Administration, serving in senior leadership roles in four different agencies. During his tenure at the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Director Hunter managed a comprehensive recreation system with a combined operating and capital budget of $218 million, more than 1,000 employees, and a diverse portfolio of 104 recreation facilities, 930 acres of green space, and 212 fields and playgrounds. DPR served more than 2 million visitors annually through expanded programming and facility access and was ranked the best park system by Trust for Public Land in 2021 and 2022.

Before serving at DPR, he served as Chief Service Officer of the Mayor’s Office of Volunteerism and Partnerships (Serve DC). During Director Hunter’s time at Serve DC, the agency’s federal grant funding increased by nearly 40%, and over 12,000 residents and stakeholders were engaged each year, participating in innovative emergency preparedness trainings, including Active Shooter Response, First Aid/CPR/AED, and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Throughout Director Hunter’s tenure, Serve DC’s oversight of AmeriCorps DC was an essential agency responsibility. The nationwide service program addresses critical community needs, including increasing academic achievement, combating poverty, providing mentorships, and sustaining national parks.

Before his public service career in the District government, Mr. Hunter worked within the Retail Development Program for Nike Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon. While at Nike, Mr. Hunter co-founded the Nike Product Creation Experience (NPCE). The mentoring program enabled high school students to gain exposure to product development and marketing from industry professionals. In 2008, Mr. Hunter was recognized as the Nike Black Employee Network Person of the Year.

Mr. Hunter is a native Washingtonian and Spingarn Senior High School graduate. He attended Delaware State University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Business Management. Mr. Hunter went on to earn his MBA from the Johns Hopkins University Carey School of Business.

ED discusses the ups and downs of transition and change while embracing everything in the process.

Christin Marshall is a native Washingtonian with a Computer Science degree from the illustrious North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. From a young age she knew she had dreams that a 9-5 would not support so it was inevitable for her to fire her boss after a few promotions. Once she felt like she was able to learn all she could from the work force, Christin sort out to build a legacy around wealth naming her company Wealth Ownership. Under this umbrella, Christin is building as a real estate agent and investor, wellness and meditation coach, not to mention her amazing herbal tea business too. Listen in to learn more.

Kevion better known as “Kevi” is proud New Orleans Native who has been in NOLA her entire life, and in her own words, “Probably never going to leave”. Kevi discusses New Orleans unique culture, surviving Hurricane Katrina, NOLA post Katrina the history of the N’awlins distinct accent and more.

Tony Lewis Jr. is a community leader, work force development specialist, re-entry expert, and champion for children with incarcerated parents. Mr.Lewis has fought relentlessly over the past 24 years to uplift and empower men, women, and children impacted by mass incarceration. His work and advocacy has been featured on CNN, BET, Elite Daily, and in the Washington Post. He is the winner of many awards including the Steve Harvey/Ford Motor Company “Best Community Leader” award and the Presidential Call to Service award. Ed and Tony catch up in Little Haiti Miami discussing his upbringing in DC, his father’s incarceration, community work, family, Gun Violence and more. @mrtonylewisjr

Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the U.S. Suicide Rates are declining for White Americans, but not for minorities, with the biggest recent increases seen in young men ages 15-34. ED discusses the importance of not giving up and having a solid support system to properly navigate through life. Do you feel like giving up today? Have you talked to someone about the challenges you are facing? Don’t give up!!!

Be Honest with yourself about where you are, where you want to be and what it will take to get there by any means. | @DBAMTV | @DREAMSBYANYMEANS

ED shares some tips on how to successfully transition to another city. Relocating to a new place can come with fear, frustration, uncomfortableness, and more but all of them are apart of the growth process that being in a new environment provides. Don’t get comfortable! Be open to new people, places and things!

It’s the 1st of the month, but it’s also almost the end of 2023! How did you make out this year? Did your stick to your goals? Did you improve? Did you learn from your mistakes and successes? ED discusses how to finish strong no matter the challenges you’ve faced or are currently facing! Let’s win BY ANY MEANS! | @DBAMTV @DREAMSBYANYMEANS

Cahli Thomas was a loving father and son whose life was senselessly taken on October 16, 2023. Cahli is survived by his beloved mother, Carla, and his 7-year old daughter, Nova. In addition to being a loving father and son, Cahli was a dedicated and valued member of the Department of Energy and Environment family. Both in his role at DOEE and in his personal life, he worked hard for his community. He supported DC High School students by hosting the annual EV Grand Prix competition, which saw high school students build and race their own electric vehicles. He loved basketball, playing as the team captain at Gonzaga College High School and in college at Delaware State. Cahli will be greatly missed by his loved ones and will be remembered fondly for his commitment to his family and his legacy of community involvement and leadership

What is your calling? Do you know ? Do you have an idea? Are you running from it or towards it? | @DBAMTV

Terry “Goofy” Jones is a DMV based animated storytelling comedian. He is , Actor, Writer, producer and host.
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His primary goal is to bring joy and laughter to people through comedy, while leaving a lasting impression with integrity.

ED talks about how when doing things when it’s not the most convenient can lead to rewarding results. | @DBAMTV | @DREAMSBYANYMEANS

Featuring Special Guest, Mr. Jharvis James. Jharvis was born and raised in Miami, FL. Jharvis got his start in culinary by working at a 5 star restaurant very early in his career which led to him becoming an Executive Chef at the age of 22! Stay up to date with Chef Jharvis:
Instagram: @iamchefjharvisjames

What daily habits do you partake in? Are they healthy? Do they support your biggest goals? Are you willing to cut off the things, people and distractions that prevent you from reaching your goals? Take a listen as Ed shares his perspective on being confident in our daily lives to achieve our goals by any means! | @DBAMTV

Silas Hampton Grant, Jr. has dedicated his life to community engagement and activism in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Silas dedicates much of his time to volunteerism as well as developing the next generation of public leaders. Silas has served as an elected official in the District of Columbia as a former Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner and a former Chair of the Ward 5 Democrats. He has also been nominated to Boards and Commissions in the District of Columbia including the Commission on Fathers, Men, and Boys for the District of Columbia and the Bicycle Advisory Council.
Silas has also assisted in the implementation of gang and violence prevention programs throughout the city. His advocacy and lobbying has influenced legislation meant to improve the lives of at-risk families. He has advised several community-based organizations, elected leaders, and agencies in an effort to secure programming related to life skills, mentoring, case management, and workforce development.
Silas currently serves on as a board member for Reading Partners DC, an organization committing to improving literacy for children in the District of Columbia. Silas, an avid reader, experienced life as a child of a father who was illiterate and has committed to promoting the importance of literacy and exercising the ability to read.
Silas is the Founder of Quality People Solutions, a company focused on developing public service professionals and other outward facing leaders looking to further understand their purpose and engage with diverse communities. Silas provides workshop-styled trainings and content that aims to focus on the 360 degree wellness of those professionals and leaders.
On a personal note, Silas is married to the former Valerie Oliver. Valerie is a licensed mortician by trade and a freelance writer and creative. Their desire as husband and wife is to work together to improve the lives of youth throughout the District of Columbia. Silas and Valerie also have a daughter, Mollie, who is four years old. As an advocate, leader, and mentor, Silas Hampton Grant, Jr. continues to strive to help others for the betterment of communities, and to improve the quality of life for all.

Founder and CEO of Rock Career Development. Julia started her boutique career services firm in Houston, Texas in 2013 after seeing the need in her community for career mentorship.

She has been working in Finance and helping others achieve their career goals since 2007 and is passionate about increasing Black and POC leadership in the workforce. Especially since Black people are 12% of the US population but only 3.2% of senior leadership roles in corporations. And this is NOT because they are less skilled or talented.

Julia is not a HR professional. She is someone who has climbed the corporate ladder, been in in recruiting, made hiring decisions, and has witnessed what works before AND after you get the job.

In her career, she says that she has seen too many talented people be blocked from their success simply because they were kept ignorant and lacked support.

ED reflects on the importance of self-observation for our development as members of society. @DREAMSBYANYMEANS | @DBAMTV

Mid Year Review: How y’all do!? | 2nd half of 2023 let’s expand our network like never before!

How are you taking care of your mental health today? Are you stressed ? Are you happy? Or are you in between? Whatever it is your mental health should be one of your top priorities to aide in your personal and profesional growth. Keep your peace, BY ANY MEANS!

Larisa is a Diversity and Wellbeing Specialist, model, and entrepreneur. Her ultimate goal is to help YOU design the best version of yourself through her platform.

Ed links back up with A.D. Sutton to discuss Future’s highly anticipated album “I Never Liked You”, current hot rappers, TOP 3 favorite rappers today, Lil Durk’s comeback/Drill music impact on Hip-Hop!

Hunnii is a Broward County Native, popular local influencer, Podcast host, business owner , loving mother of three and focused individual who has her hands in many things. Ed and Hunnii discuss ambition, love, relationships, overcoming adversity, motherhood, South FL, Long distance relationships, marriage and more! | @dbamtv | @dreamsbyanymeans | @smoochloveshunnii | @hunnii365

ED checks in to brief discuss mid year review and the importance of Creating and sustaining motion while having focus and discipline! | @DBAMTV | @DREAMSBYANYMEANS

Rodnel Verdine is a Haitian American born and raised in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Rodnel is more than a barber. He is ja community leader with a passion to help those in need and he displays that though his nonprofit organization Cuts From Tha Heart, volunteerism and stellar customer service to his clients.
In this episode we discuss Rodnel’s Why behind his passion to serve and help others.

ED reflects on Mother’s Day for all! Those who are moms, those who have healthy relationships and not so healthy relationships with their moms. Teen moms, single moms, those battling stress/depression and more! Whatever your situation is, TODAY we honor and celebrate moms from all around the world! THANK YOU

ED reflects on the Pompano Beach Community and his love for a city that he says he moved to by “accident” but now realizes the purpose behind it. Pomapno has its share of violence and challenges like any other urban community in the U.S. Dayvona Johnson, Delana James, a teenage boy, and a man were shot at about 9 p.m., on Feb. 26, in a convenience store in Pompano Beach, according to deputies. James, who was pregnant, and Johnson didn’t survive. On 3/7/23 ED met the family of Dayvona Johnson at his part-time job and had a deep conversation with Dayvona’s father, Pastor Ryan Johnson about fixing black communities.

ED weighs in on having the ability to sustain the many relationships that we establish and the benefits that come from it. When was the last time you followed up with a someone that you built a relationship with? How do you check in with your personal and professional relationships? Sustain the relationship by any means!!

Kenny Brown is a Native Washingtonian, college/career coordinator and head football coach at Ballou Senior High School. A proud graduate if Winston-Salem State University where he developed many of his leadership skills that he uses daily today serving students East of the River in some of Washington DC’s most underserved communities. Kenny prides himself on being able to adapt to any environment, weather any storm and never forgetting about where he comes from. Keep up with Kenny! | @thekennyb

Winter is a 18-Year-Old D.C. Native residing in Southeast DC. A graduating senior at McKinley Technology H.S. Winter and Ed sit down to discuss life in DC from the view of a youth perspective.

Ed catches up with his good friend, Montae who was featured on EP 2: “Move Around!” to discuss the manifestation of goals, growing older, sacrifices, positive mindsets, role switching in family, the importance of establishing and sustaining a solid network and more!

Nyael Jones, the founder, and CEO of More to Give. She has been an active member of her community for over five years. As Nyael got older, she was able to see the world from a realistic perspective, and soon she developed a concern of why certain things were happening around the world. She began asking herself, “What could I do to make a change?" Even as a young entrepreneur, she knew that she still had the power to make a difference. She would participate in small activities and projects that consisted of just myself or a few others with aspirations similar to mine. Nyael wanted to find a way to motivate other people to positively affect their environment while shining a light on the community groups that have been overlooked and she has been doing that with her organization More To Give. Keep up with Nyael! | IG:@sfmoretogive | Twitter:@South_Give