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More Than Metaphors hosted by Dr. Kecia Brown

More Than Metaphors hosted by Dr. Kecia Brown

By Dr. Kecia Brown

"More Than Metaphors" is a virtual love space for those poetic and poetic-ish voices to examine the question: What happens when we find the courage to live our poetry out loud? A conversation led by Author, Educator, Entrepreneur and Poet Dr. Kecia Brown (“Dr. Kecia”); More Than Metaphors combines guest interviews and posts from Dr. Kecia’s blog which focuses on transformative learning, love, justice, and liberation. Each episode of this podcast will provide encouragement for leading more meaningful, spirited and poetic lives.
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More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

More Than Metaphors hosted by Dr. Kecia BrownMar 03, 2024

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More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

More Than Metaphors Episode 21: Know Thyself, Know for Thyself & Rise into Resilience

(Originally Released: October 5, 2021. Removed in 2023 due to licensing conflict)

In this last interview for season #1, Dr. Kecia speaks with “Weekend Philosopher,” Husband, Girl Dad (times 4), and NASA Astronaut, Navy Commander, Victor J. Glover, Jr. In this conversation, Victor reflects on the various lessons he has learned from his elders and contemporaries. He also shares the inspiring exchange between his younger self and the person he is now that has helped him “propel” his career, as well as support the “launch” of his firstborn child into college.

A special “Thank You” to the good people of NASA for coordinating this interview. 

Enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

Feel free to listen to this episode on your favorite podcasting platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Gaana, Google Podcast, and others!

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Have questions, ideas, or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the show!



Mar 03, 202401:06:53
More Than Metaphors: Introduction to Season #2

More Than Metaphors: Introduction to Season #2

In this introduction to season #2, Dr. Kecia reflects on the long hiatus of the podcast. Utilizing the time to focus on her and her family’s healing journeys, Dr. Kecia discusses the opportunity that reignited her light. This opportunity also helped shape the theme for season #2: The Comeback.


Words & Music for this Episode– Title: Envisioning MantraPoem by: Kecia Brown | Music by: Oleksii Kaplunskyi

Forthcoming Album: Relationships With Humans

Release: March 3, 2024

℗ 2024 Kecia Brown


Stream this poem on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and other music streaming platforms.

Feel free to listen to this episode on your favorite podcasting platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Gaana, Google Podcast, and others!


Audio/Video Credits:

Pinky Cole, Entrepreneur & Restaurateur - Bloomberg Originals on Instagram. December 5, 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0fTDUNROyf/?ig sh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ%3D%3D


Stacey Abrams, Politician and Voting Rights Activist - NOW This Impact. February 5, 2019. https://youtu.be/u9Fz6GqjMC8?si=YY_-xGmJTk4n7QL5

Stacey Abrams. March 22, 2022. https://youtu.be/vfJNEAg0tn0?si=xp-Favmk8e-i-V-

Fantasia Barrino-Taylor, Singer & Actress - ESSENCE on Instagram. December 6, 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0ifgK1uZFW/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ==


Simone Biles “Greatest Gymnast of All Time” - International Olympic Committee. 2020. https://olympics.com/en/video/simone-biles-exclusive-2023-world-championships-competition-interview


Sha’Carri Richardson - ESSENCE on Instagram. December 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0ZnuOYpCi9/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D


Caroline A. Wanga - xoxoconfidence on Instagram. November 5, 2023. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzRPSCQOwAF/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ%3D%3D


Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts - Sarah Jakes Roberts. December 11, 2019. https://youtu.be/k3k8VEN13a0?si=z2swyepHuwsO6H7s


Merchandise: “I’m the Epitome of Build Back Better” Sweatshirt- https://drkeciab.com.co/collections/tees-and-hoodies


Have questions, ideas, or are interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or text us at +1-760-239-9993. We might even read your message on the podcast!

Mar 03, 202416:39
Episode 20: Do You Have a "Love Space?"

Episode 20: Do You Have a "Love Space?"

This episode defines what a "Love Space" and recommends that listeners create their very own space of love and rejuvenation. Content of episode are from the 8-29-21 post found at http://drkeciab.com/2021/08/29/do-you-have-a-love-space/. 

Song for this Episode: 

Title: “Sacred Space” 

Artist: India Aire 

Album: Worthy 

Released: 2019 

Feel free to enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist. 

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on the air!

Aug 31, 202108:50
Episode 15: Poem - The Mothers Have Come
Aug 01, 202103:08
Episode 19 - Part 1: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

Episode 19 - Part 1: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

In part one of this three-part episode (so much goodness), entrepreneur, educator and “space curator” Alisa France stops by to celebrate “The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect.” Alisa also shares her learning journey navigating work environments. This episode was recorded on 7/6/21.

Follow Alisa and her ventures on:

IG:

  • Personal - @imsofrancey
  • Meliaison - @meliaison
  • Financial Tracking System - @financialtrackingsystem
  • Aight, So Boom Game - @aightsoboomgame
  • ELVYN TREE Coaching & Consulting - @elvyn.tree
  • Luxcarious (Car rentals) - @luxcarious

Websites:

Meliaison.com

Elvyntree.com (coming soon!)

Car Rentals on Turo

Airbnb Rentals:

https://abnb.me/VCzZ6a20Rhb

https://abnb.me/akZbQGq1Rhb


Song for this Episode:

Title: Diva

Artist: Beyoncé

Album: I Am...Sasha Fierce

Released:  2008

Copyright; © Sony Music Entertainment


Movie clip in this episode/part:

Title: Everybody Rejoice

Film: The Wiz

Released:  1978

Copyright; © Motown Productions


Feel free to enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

Merch Shout Out:

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!

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A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing the Mind on My Business t-shirt! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!

Jul 21, 202150:31
Episode 19 - Part 2: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

Episode 19 - Part 2: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

In this second part of her three-part conversation with Dr. Kecia, Alisa France continues her reflections on “The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect” and the messages sent to Black women professionals, as well as discussing some of the very real barriers to thriving (and beyond) in the workplace. Alisa also introduces us to the concepts of “The Box and The Balloon.”

7 Questions from this episode:

  1. What does safety look like for me in this environment?
  2. How am I showing up in this space?
  3. What will it take for me to show up authentically (if I am not already doing so)?
  4. What energetic currency am I utilizing in order to be in this space?
  5. What flex am I engaged in that is connected to my passions?
  6. How can I excel vs. simply survive this environment?
  7. What would the conversation between me and my younger self sound like regarding our surviving, thriving, and excelling journey?

Sound clips in this episode/part:

Title: Scandal Ep. Sweet Baby

Released:  2012

Copyright: © ABC Entertainment


Title: The Color Purple

Artist: Alice Walker/Steven Spielberg

Released:  1985

Copyright; © Warner Bros. Films

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Merch Shout Out:

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!

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A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing the Mind on My Business t-shirt! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!

Jul 18, 202150:15
Episode 19 - Part 3: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

Episode 19 - Part 3: The Nikole Hannah-Jones Effect: The Black Woman’s Artistry in Flipping Scripts and Tables

In this final part of her conversation with Dr. Kecia, Alisa France talks about her hopes for our next generation leaders, while giving Nikole Hannah-Jones her flowers for providing a blueprint on excellence and the power of the ultimate Flex.

Follow Alisa and her ventures on:

IG:

  • Personal - @imsofrancey
  • Meliaison - @meliaison
  • Financial Tracking System - @financialtrackingsystem
  • Aight, So Boom Game - @aightsoboomgame
  • ELVYN TREE Coaching & Consulting - @elvyn.tree
  • Luxcarious (Car rentals) - @luxcarious

Websites:

Meliaison.com

Elvyntree.com (coming soon!)

Car Rentals on Turo

Airbnb Rentals:

https://abnb.me/VCzZ6a20Rhb

https://abnb.me/akZbQGq1Rhb

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Merch Shout Out:

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!

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A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing the Mind on My Business t-shirt! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!

Jul 18, 202130:33
Episode 18 - Part 2: 360 Degrees of Power & Pride

Episode 18 - Part 2: 360 Degrees of Power & Pride

Dr. Kecia and guest therapist Anthony Parham, continue their conversation from Part 1 and talk candidly about surviving, learning and thriving after divorce in Part 2. Here are 7 Questions to reflect on from the conversation:

  1. Are any of my red flags popping up for me as I engage with this other person?
  2. Am I projecting onto the other person and why?
  3. Why did the conversation go the way that it did and why (if at all) did I feel the need to defend myself?  Does that mean I am ready for dating or do I need to take a step back?
  4. Where are some of my shadow sides I need to look into?
  5. How am I reacting and responding to what is going on around me right now?
  6. Have I been taught to say “NO” and honor my “No”?
  7. How do I best utilize my time alone to heal? How do I take care of myself when there is so much out there that doesn’t want me to focus on my healing?

These questions and more are discussed in this light-hearted and thought-provoking conversation for those who are dipping their toes back into the dating pool post-divorce. Feel free to listen to Part 1 or watch the full episode on YouTube.

Enjoy our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

Merch Shout Out:

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!


A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing our More Than Metaphors shirts! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!

Jul 11, 202146:29
Episode 18 - Part 1: 360 Degrees of Power & Pride

Episode 18 - Part 1: 360 Degrees of Power & Pride

In this two-part episode, Dr. Kecia speaks with licensed marriage/family therapist and content creator, Anthony Parham. 

In this first episode, Anthony discusses how he goes about supporting youth in the foster care system; clients of his practice, Circle of Life Therapies; as well as advocating for himself and his sons with power and purpose. 

Follow Anthony on TikTok: simba_ze_therapist or Instagram: circleoflifetherapies. Watch this episode on YouTube.

Song for this Episode:

Title: “Umi Says”

Artist: Mos Def/Yasiin Bey

Album: Black on Both Sides

Released: 1999

Copyright ©: Rawkus Records/Priority Records

Feel free to enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist

Merch Shout Out:

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: contact@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even read your message on the air!


A special Thank You to Prdesignstudio for designing our More Than Metaphors shirts! From now through the end of July, I will be highlighting the talented artists I found on Fiverr who have helped get my podcast off the ground. Are you looking for a talented designer or editor? Say less and get more with Fiverr!

Jul 09, 202155:00
Episode 17: Black Love, Black Genius and the Power of Sankofa

Episode 17: Black Love, Black Genius and the Power of Sankofa

In this episode, Dr. Kecia speaks with Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Satira Streeter Corbitt (“Dr. Satira”). Dr. Satira talks about her journey to supporting the love, genius and wellbeing of families through her practice, Ascensions Psychological Services, Inc. She also shares parenting tips and advice for couples, as well as shares excerpts from her first children’s book “Black Genius: A Journal of History and Affirmation.” 

Feel free to watch this episode on YouTube

Reach out to Dr. Satira at www.drsatira.com/ to learn more about ways she can support you and your family. 

Want a free copy of Black Genius? Email dr.kecia@drkeciab.com! 

Song for this Episode:

Title: “Move On Up”

Artist: Curtis Mayfield

Album: Curtis

Released: 1970

Copyright ©: Curtom Records

Feel free to enjoy this song and others on our playlist! Simply search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

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Jun 28, 202101:06:09
Episode 16: Poem - Love’s Shores
Jun 13, 202104:53
Episode 14: Poem - The Future Is Waiting For You
May 21, 202107:03
Episode 2: The Poem I Will Never Write

Episode 2: The Poem I Will Never Write

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

This episode highlights an original piece of poetry written by our host. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://drkeciab.com/2021/02/06/the-poem-i-will-never-write/.

Interested in hearing a particular post brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on air!

May 03, 202112:15
Episode 13: Love and Liberation Beyond the Vortex

Episode 13: Love and Liberation Beyond the Vortex

Today’s guest is award-winning educator, activist, author and poet, Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz. Dr. Sealey-Ruiz talks about her healing journey chronicled in her two works of poetry: “Love from the Vortex and Other Poems” and her forthcoming book “The Peace Chronicles.”

In this “compassionately honest” conversation, Dr. Kecia and Dr. Sealey-Ruiz examines how our ability to speak our truths with love, while interrupting destructive ways of thinking/acting, supports our healing and that of our next generation leaders.

Yolanda’s More Than Metaphors Playlist contributions:

  • Free by Deniece Williams © 1976 Deniece Williams
  • R U Ready by Salt-N-Pepa ©1997 Sandra "Pepa" Denton and Cheryl "Salt" James
  • Phenomenon by LL Cool J ©1997 James Todd Smith

Feel free to enjoy the playlist on Spotify, Apple Music and Tidal. Search for: More Than Metaphors: The Playlist.

Have questions, ideas or interested in hearing a particular post from drkeciab.com brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on the air!

You can also watch the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ljar4yI2GHQ

Apr 25, 202101:06:40
Episode 12 Part 1: Politics, Hip Hop and Re-Membering Home
Apr 18, 202101:38:26
Episode 11: Part 1: Being All the Things: Beyond Expectation and “Instagram Ash”
Apr 17, 202131:24
Episode 10: A Poetic Love “After The Snap”
Apr 10, 202101:16:56
Episode 7: A Cure Within the Contagion
Mar 28, 202114:40
Episode 8: How Dare You, Will Smith!
Mar 26, 202112:43
Episode 6: When Regret Teaches, Take Notes

Episode 6: When Regret Teaches, Take Notes

Reflecting on the life and legacy of Ms. Cicely Tyson, Dr. Kecia examines the lessons that regret can provide, while sharing with us her 7 Questions for managing Fear of Success/Fear of Failure. 

This episode is also a blog post and is available at https://drkeciab.com/2021/02/06/when-regret-teaches-take-notes/.

Interested in hearing a particular post brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on the air!


Excerpt of "Just As I Am" narrated by Cicely Tyson. Copyright 2021 by Libro.fm

Mar 07, 202112:19
Episode 5: My Valentine's Gift to You

Episode 5: My Valentine's Gift to You

This episode is a showering of love during a time when it feels like love is slipping away. This reminder, written on Valentine's Day 2021, is also available as a blog post: http://drkeciab.com/2021/02/14/my-valentines-gift-to-you/.

Interested in hearing a particular post brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on air!

Mar 07, 202105:45
Episode 4: Breathe Again

Episode 4: Breathe Again

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

This episode was based on my reflections after the November 2020 Presidential election, with an audio cameo by the great Dave Chappelle (a.k.a. Cousin Dave) and his SNL monologue after the election. The original blog post can be found at https://drkeciab.com/2020/11/08/breathe-again/. The "Breathe Again" YouTube video is available here.  

Disclaimer: No copyright infringement intended. All rights and credits reserved to Dave Chappelle, Saturday Night Live and NBC/Peacock TV.

Interested in hearing a particular post brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on air!

Mar 07, 202108:17
Episode 3: Fire Lit: The More Than Metaphors Podcast

Episode 3: Fire Lit: The More Than Metaphors Podcast

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

In this episode, Dr. Kecia talks about the importance of taking risks/stepping out on faith/stepping into the flow after being encouraged by her "Sisterfriend" author, scholar and activist, Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz. This episode is also a blog post and is available at https://drkeciab.com/2021/02/27/fire-lit-the-more-than-metaphors-podcast/. 

Interested in hearing a particular post brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on air!


Mar 07, 202109:04
Episode 1: Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves: More Than Metaphors Podcast!

Episode 1: Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves: More Than Metaphors Podcast!

"More Than Metaphors" is a virtual love space for those poetic and poetic-ish voices to examine the question: What happens when we find the courage to live our poetry out loud? A conversation led by Author, Educator, Entrepreneur and Poet Dr. Kecia Brown (“Dr. Kecia”); More Than Metaphors combines guest interviews and posts from Dr. Kecia’s blog which focuses on transformative learning, love, justice, and liberation. Each episode of this podcast will provide encouragement for leading more meaningful, spirited and poetic lives.

The hashtag for the podcast is #mtmetaphors. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @mtmetaphors. For more information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit us at www.drkeciab.com.

Interested in hearing a particular post brought into the podcast? Email Dr. Kecia: dr.kecia@drkeciab.com or leave a message at https://anchor.fm/mtmetaphors/message. Who knows, we might even play your message on air!

Music produced by Tim Moor. Re-mix of Intro by Missy Sumoski 

Mar 04, 202103:08