The BIG We

Season 5 Episode 7- The Wiz: Broadway in Atlanta

🎉 Welcome to "The Big We Podcast," Season 5, Episode 7, The Wiz: Broadway in Atlanta. 🌟 Join your enthusiastic host, Dr. Nandi Marshall , as she shares her exhilarating experiences and deep insights after a whirlwind tour of five cities in six days. This episode is extra special as Nandi gets candid about her recent Family Fantasy Extravaganza and dives deep into the joys and values of family traditions with her beloved sister. 🏡

Nandi's journey this episode is packed with laughter, revelations, and heartfelt conversations. From discussing the latest in music and literature to exploring the nuances of black culture and family dynamics, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and fun! 📚🎵

Top 5 Key Takeaways:

• Family Bonding and Traditions: Nandi's recount of her Family Fantasy Extravaganza highlights the importance of family bonding and creating unique traditions. 🎉👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Cultural Appreciation: The episode delves into the appreciation of black culture, music, and literature, celebrating its richness and diversity. 🎭🎶
• Health and Well-being: Nandi’s sister shares insights into public health and the significance of mental and physical well-being, especially in the context of black communities. 🍏💪
• Music and Artistry: The episode pays homage to various artists, including a detailed discussion on Andre 3000's new album and Leslie Odom Jr.'s impact. 🌟🎤
• Empowerment Through Awareness: The podcast emphasizes empowering listeners by raising awareness about issues impacting the black community and beyond. ✊🌍

📌 Don't forget to check out the promotion for "Not Another Church Movie" featuring Kevin Daniels and a stellar cast.

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

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🎧🌟 Welcome to The Big We Podcast Season 5, Episode 6 - "Lawmen: Bass Reeves" hosted by Anasa 🎙️. In this insightful episode, our host Anasa is joined by the dynamic Princeton James to explore a range of captivating topics.

📺 In this episode, witness a compelling dialogue on Bass Reeves' character in "Lawman Bass Reeves," his time as an enslaved person during the Civil War, and the depth of his character built around family values. The episode also delves into the nuances of leadership, the importance of emotional safety at the workplace, and how personal growth intertwines with professional roles.

🌱🌟 Discover insights on how true abundance extends beyond financial stability to include peace, love, and community. Join us in this journey of exploring leadership, personal growth, and the art of maintaining healthy relationships in professional settings.

🎭 Key discussion points include:

• Puerto Rico and Arts Conference: Anasa shares experiences from a recent trip to Puerto Rico and reflections on a grantmakers in the Arts conference, highlighting mentor Claudine Brown.
• TV Show 'Lawman Bass Reeves' Analysis: Dive into an in-depth discussion about the show "Lawman Bass Reeves," with a focus on the protagonist's integrity and the show’s impactful storytelling.
• 'Young Love' and 'Black Cake': Anasa's admiration for the TV show "Young Love" and the book "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson, now a Hulu series, showcasing the diversity in media.
• 'Reservation Dogs' and Indigenous Representation: Emphasizing the importance of supporting Indigenous stories in media, particularly in the series "Reservation Dogs."
• Leadership and Emotional Wellness: A conversation about the complexities of leadership, emotional wellness, abundance in professional settings, and the challenges of maintaining healthy professional relationships.

📌 Don't forget to check out the promotion for "Not Another Church Movie" featuring Kevin Daniels and a stellar cast.

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈💖

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

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Join us in Season 5, Episode 5 of "The BIG We Podcast," where we dive deep into the realms of cultural identity, the impact of African-American culture globally, and the power of storytelling in activism 🗣️🌐. In this enriching episode, Anasa and Chike share their personal journeys and insights on a range of topics including the role of art in connecting diverse black experiences, the 

significance of Kehinde Wiley's work, and the vision behind the Mansa streaming platform 🎨🖌️.

Key Topics Covered:

• Personal Reflections on Black and Female Identity 👤🎉
• Kehinde Wiley's Art: Exploring Black Identities in European Styles 🖼️🌍
• The Journey from the UK to New York: A Story of an Actor, Artist, and Activist 🗽🎭
• Mansa Streaming Platform: Showcasing Global Black Culture 📺🌍
• Building Generational Wealth and Community in the Black Diaspora 💰🤝

Top 5 Takeaways:

• Empowerment through Cultural Identity: The importance of recognizing and celebrating one's cultural identity, particularly in the context of being black 💪🏾🌱.
• Impact of African-American Culture: Understanding the global influence and resilience of African-American culture in art, music, and fashion 🎵🌍👗.
• Storytelling as Activism: How storytelling plays a crucial role in activism and shaping identity and experiences 📚✊🏾.
• Mansa Streaming Platform: The role of Mansa in promoting and benefiting black artists and their contributions to culture and art 🖥️🎨.
• Interconnectedness of Black Experiences: Emphasizing the need to bridge African culture with the African diaspora in the Americas and the shared commitment to collective wealth and abundance 🌉🤲🏾.

Join us for an insightful discussion that delves into these significant themes and more. Subscribe to our channel for more episodes and conversations that matter.

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈💖

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

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Season 5 Episode 4 -Jaja's African Hair Braiding in NYC ft. Geoffrey Jackson Scott

🎉 Season 5, Episode 4 of "The Big We Pod Cast" is here! 🎉 Hosted by Anasa Troutman, 

🎭🌍 Episode 4 of "The BIG We Podcast Season 5," titled "Jaja's African Hair Braiding in NYC," offers an immersive exploration into black abundance, cultural identity, and the impact of storytelling. 🎤 This episode features a detailed reflection on 'black abundance' within the global Diaspora and delves into personal stories that highlight the complex journey of reconnecting with cultural roots and values. 👣💭 Additionally, it includes engaging discussions on the new book 'Iconic,' which showcases black interior designers, and celebrates the achievements of Missy Elliott and her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 📘🎉 The episode also sheds light on the significance of media representation, examining 'The Marvels' and its role in the industry.

🏙️🎟️ Central to this episode is the Broadway show 'Joss's African Hair Braiding.' The speakers share their profound experiences of the show, discussing its narrative shift from humor to serious themes like immigration and identity. 🧭🗣️ Accolades are given to writer Joseline, the actors' versatility, and Nakia Mathis' exceptional wig work. The episode goes beyond the show, reflecting on the importance of cultural memory in shaping our sense of abundance and identity, and the role of communal spaces like salons and barbershops in personal and community narratives. 🧠💡👥 It concludes by highlighting how personal experiences intertwine with communal ones, showcasing the power of art in understanding our world. Tune in for this insightful journey through culture and emotion. 🎧👇

5 Key Takeaways:

• Black Abundance and Diaspora: Delve into the concept of 'black abundance,' particularly among Diasporic Africans, and how it's shaped by global influences. 🌍🤲
• Reconnecting with Roots: Hear personal stories about the journey back to cultural roots and values, underlining the complexities of identity and belonging. 👣💭
• Celebrating Black Creativity: Discover discussions about 'Iconic,' featuring black interior designers, and Missy Elliott's iconic achievement. 📘🎉
• Broadway Experience: Gain insights into 'Joss's African Hair Braiding,' a Broadway show that captures a range of emotions from laughter to serious discussions on immigration. 🏙️🎟️
• Community and Identity: Reflect on the role of personal spaces like salons in community building and how art influences our understanding of the world. ✂️👥

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈💖

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

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Welcome to this riveting episode of "The Big We Podcast." 🎙️ Journey with Anasa Troutman and her esteemed guest, Cheryl Kata, as they delve deep into the profound influence of Beyoncé 🎤 and the essence of Black abundance.✨

Episode Highlights:

• 🌱 Immerse in Anasa's introspective revelations on self-growth, love, and the transformative lessons of life.
• 🌟 Discover Cheryl Kata's professional evolution from healthcare leadership to executive coaching, and her impact on organizational environments.
• 📺 Our "POP3" segment shines: From the allure of the "Ahsoka" series and the context "Rebels" brings, to the trailblazing narrative of supermodel Bethann Hardison.
• 🎵 Celebrate the unparalleled cultural force of Beyoncé's "Renaissance" tour and her enduring legacy in reshaping perceptions.

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Who Are We?

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈💖

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

🌐 Connect With The Big We:

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🎉 Season 5, Episode 1 of "The Big We Podcast" is here! 🎉 Hosted by Anasa Troutman, this episode covers three exciting topics: Aundre 300, Survival of the Ticket, and Hollywood industry updates. 🎤🎟️🌟

We'll also dive into the popular Netflix show, "They Cloned Tyrone," examining its parallels with real-life issues faced by the characters. 🎬🧩 And don't miss our discussion about the upcoming biopic film "One Love," celebrating the life of Bob Marley, the Godfather of Peace and Rage! 🎵🌍

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Who Are We?

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈💖

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

🌐 Connect With The Big We:

Join the movement! Like, comment, share, and SUBSCRIBE to stay updated on our inspiring content! Let's create a world where creativity and joy flourish for all! 🌍💫💬

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🎙️ Check out the latest episode of The Big We Podcast: "S.5 EP.3 - A LOVE SUPREME FEATURING CARLA DARTIS" 🎙️

Join us for an animated and passionate conversation with Carla Dartis as we dive into spirituality, transformational change, and the importance of authenticity. Explore the challenges of navigating corporate spaces while staying true to yourself and the significance of adaptability in bringing about long-term change.

Discover the complexities of working with financial institutions, the need for financial education, and the concept of community wealth building. Uncover the guarded nature of financial knowledge and the role of allies in the journey of learning.

Explore the transformative power of music and art, as we discuss the Church of John Coltrane and its unique approach to spirituality through "A Love Supreme." Learn about creating secular spaces for healing and connection.

Discover spoken word artist Namesake Andrews and his album "The Lightning Machine," along with insightful reads like "The Sum of Us" by Heather McGhee. Dive into the brilliance of Dr. Yaba Blay's work and her unapologetic authenticity.

And don't miss the exciting news about the upcoming Black Doctor in Doctor Who, played by Akueté Kumi, bringing a fresh perspective to the iconic role! 🚀

🔝 Top 5 Takeaways:

1️⃣ Authenticity is key in navigating corporate spaces.

2️⃣ Financial education empowers individuals and communities.

3️⃣ Building trust within the community is crucial.

4️⃣ Music and art have transformative power.

5️⃣ Embrace your inner nerd and explore Doctor Who!

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Who Are We?

We are a collective of creative, hopeful risk-takers shaping culture through creativity and strategy. Our innovative high-impact media company, foundation, and investment fund are revolutionizing how inspiration becomes transformation. 💡🚀

Our Mission:

We inspire people to build a reimagined world where creativity, joy, and abundance are accessible to everyone. 🌈💖

What We Do:

We've created a comprehensive, creative ecosystem that empowers individuals to transform the world. We activate connections to humanity and promote lives filled with joy, abundance, imagination, and love for everyone. 💪🌍🌟

🌐 Connect With The Big We:

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This is a bonus episode to start off Season 3. Anasa and Calvin attempt to make sense of what's happening in the world right now. They get into what defunding the police really means, tackling unique issues in the workplace and what to tell all those nice folks asking how they can help. They also talk John Boyega's fiery Hyde Park speech, Problem Areas with Wyatt Cenac, and the transformational Wellness of We. Tell us what y'all think at @thebigwepodcast & check us out at thebigwepodcast.com.

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Afrofuturism is everywhere!  Allow Calvin and Anasa to be your guides to the Renaissance of Black storytellers who are accessing their imaginations to liberate the past, present and future… Nerd out with us on Beyonce’s return to the Continent, Black identity and storytelling at the Emmy’s, the nuanced magic of David Makes Man, Ta Nehisi Coates’ brilliant new Afrosurrealist novel, and more!

What does Avengers: Endgame have to teach us about humanity in this #YearofReturn??? Calvin and Anasa break it all the way down and nerd allllll the way out, guiding us through the superhero film's secret BIG We agenda...

Plus:  Homecoming, Guava island, Black power naps, and our can't-miss culture recommendations for your watchlists!

If YOU had the infinity gauntlet, how you would you transform the world? Tweet us @wethebigwe 

Calvin and Anasa take the Year of Return to Hawaii with special guests Zen Master Norma Wong and filmmaker Na’alehu Anthony, exploring the powerful Native Hawaiian movement that's reclaiming indigenous language as a pathway to the future—and sailing Polynesian canoes around the world!

Norma Wong is a Zen teacher and strategy practitioner. In earlier years, Wong served as a Hawai‘i state legislator, on the policy and strategy team for Governor John Waihee with federal and Native Hawaiian portfolios, and community organizing and policy work in the Native Hawaiian (indigenous) community. She was active in electoral politics for over thirty years. Current and recent work include: strategic thinking and transformational development.  Wong is a teacher at the Institute of Zen Studies and Daihonzan Chozen-ji, having trained in Zen for nearly 40 years. She serves practice communities in Hawai‘i, across the continental U.S., and in Toronto, Canada. Among her areas of teaching: the Zen perspective of strategy and The Art of War; leadership and strategy in the 7 generations context; and mind-body practice in secular and organizational settings. She received her inka shomei (Mind Stamp) as an 86th generation Zen Master of Chozen-ji.