https://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoicesA discussion and review of the lives of the American Family from the diverse perspectives that impact our constitutional and inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Our community focused platform is designed to exchange ideas that bridge goodwill and understanding through the lens of mutually shared experiences that defines America's Community Voices. Hosted by Ronald and Donald Brookins.enCopyright Ronald & Donald Brookins (C/O Blogtalkradio)Tue, 21 Jan 2020 21:00:00 GMTTue, 21 Jan 2020 20:00:00 GMTCurrent EventsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/eae8b28c-7e01-47b5-9ecb-0bc003b3f351_americaflagmicrophone.jpghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoicesA discussion and review of the lives of the American Family from the diverse perspectives that impact our constitutional and inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Our community focused platform is designed to exchange ideas that bridge goodwill and understanding through the lens of mutually shared experiences that defines America's Community Voices. Hosted by Ronald and Donald Brookins.rboflutz@yahoo.comAmericas Community Voicescurrent events,ronald brookins,donald brookins,voter education,america's community voices network,community outreach,early voting,get out the vote,human trafficking,mentoringAmericas Community VoicesnoA discussion and review of the lives of the American Family from the diverse perspectives that impact our constitutional and inalienable rights of life, libertyepisodichttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2020/01/21/the-evolving-legacy-of-rev-martin-luther-king-jrCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2020/01/21/the-evolving-legacy-of-rev-martin-luther-king-jr/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2020/01/21/the-evolving-legacy-of-rev-martin-luther-king-jrTue, 21 Jan 2020 20:00:00 GMTThe Evolving Legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.Our podcast today has as it's special guests prominent Attorney Delano S. Stewart, an outspoken. Civil Rights Leader in the State of Florida for over 50 years, and Pastor Michael Neely, Senior Pastor/Founder of the New Millennium Community Church.  Our focus today is the evolving legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.   Some of the questions that we will seek to answer is how has our country benefitted from Dr. King's example and leadership?  Has the African American Communites adapted the principles of Dr. King and are those principles relevant for this generation.  Additionally, we will contrast and compare how Dr Kings principles provides tools to effectively battle the racist tendencies of our current President of The United States, Donald J. Trump. Most importantly, how do we maintain Dr Kings principles of brotherhood and love in today's Trump Hysteria   01:00:00Americas Community VoicesnoCivil Rights Advocy,Voter Education,Race Relatuins,Trump Administration,MLK LegacyIs civil rights advocacy relevant in the era of Trump Hysteria?ad8dbb7f-c329-471d-9143-e8780edf622132fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/07/10/lowell-author-of-new-collection-of-short-stories-secretsCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/07/10/lowell-author-of-new-collection-of-short-stories-secrets/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/07/10/lowell-author-of-new-collection-of-short-stories-secretsWed, 10 Jul 2019 18:00:00 GMTLowell author of new collection of short stories “Secrets.”    Author Emma Palova joins ACVN to discuss her second collection of short stories “Secrets.”  This is Book 2 of the Shifting Sands Short Stories series.  “Secrets” is a collection of 15 short stories; two of them are historical fiction.  Many of the author’s stories are based on her journalistic experiences . Some of the real-life stories we could never publish because we had no corroboration from the witnesses. Today, the newscasts say whatever without any attribution. We have no way of verifying the truth behind the news. That wasn’t always the case. Plus, if you live in a small town, you have to live by hometown rules. We all know each other. We keep our houses and cars unlocked. We know who lives where, and who slept with whom. We know it, but we don’t write about it. These are all workable ideas for me: things unsaid, stories untold and people hurting. I like to combine fiction with realism. It’s called magic realism spiked with surrealism.   00:35:00Americas Community VoicesnoShort Stories,Historical. fiction,Immigration,U.S. Citizenship,U.S. Naturalized CitizenshipDiscussion of new collection of short stories “Secrets.”7b6426b7-f976-4567-823e-a58be314257614fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/02/23/ty-granderson-jones-2018-successful-black-moviesCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/02/23/ty-granderson-jones-2018-successful-black-movies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/02/23/ty-granderson-jones-2018-successful-black-moviesSat, 23 Feb 2019 21:00:00 GMTTy Granderson Jones: 2018 Successful Black MoviesAccomplished actor, director, producer, writer and acting coach Ty Granderson Jones is our special guest for the 2019 Black History Month edition of America’s Community Voices Network Podcast.  2018 was a transformative year for black led movies in Hollywood.  With the unprecedented, unequaled critical and box office success of Marvel Studio’s “Black Panther,” other movies with majority black casts or producer/directors have benefited from the success of “Black Panther.”   Those movies include “Black Klansman” directed by iconic, 2019 Academy Award Best Director Nominee Spike Lee.  “If Beale Street Could Talk,” based on the writing of James Baldwin, starring 2019 Academy Award Nominee for Best Supporting Actress Regina King.  “Green Book,” starring 2019 Academy Award Nominee for best supporting actor Mahershala Ali.  Tyler Perry’s “Nobody’s Fool,” starring Tiffany Haddish, Tina Sumpter and Whoopi Goldberg, and one of the most provocative, thought provoking movies in years, “The Hate U Give,” starring a brilliant actress named Amandia Stenberg.  To listen LIVE go to blogtalkradio.com or CALL into the virtual studio with QUESTIONS and COMMENT at (213) 943-3755.  After the live broadcast you can listen ON DEMAND at blogtalkradio.com, Apple Podcast and FaceBook.   Join your hosts Donald & Ronald Brookins with their childhood friend, Florida native Ty Granderson Jones live from Hollywood. 01:01:00Americas Community VoicesnoAcademy Awards,Black Actors,Spike Lee,Regina King,“If Beale Street Could Talk”A discussion and review of the success of Black Movies in 20180e23f477-cefc-4294-a4a5-9866c62fc1d813fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/01/16/restoration-of-ex-convicts-voting-rights-amendment-4Current Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/01/16/restoration-of-ex-convicts-voting-rights-amendment-4/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2019/01/16/restoration-of-ex-convicts-voting-rights-amendment-4Wed, 16 Jan 2019 18:00:00 GMTRestoration Of Ex-Convicts Voting Rights: Amendment 4On Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon, The America’s Community Voices Network will have as it’s special guest Hillsborough County  Supervisor Of Elections Craig Latimer and Robert P. Blount III, President Of Abe Brown Ministries on Blog Talk Radio (blogtalkradio.com).  This special program will focus on Admendment 4: The Restoration Of Voting Rights for Ex-Convicts.  The program guests will discuss the passage of Florida Admendmend 4 and the process of registering to vote by ex-convicts under the new law effective January 8, 2019.  There will also be a discussion about outreach to ex-convicts to raise awareness about who qualifies for restored voting rights and how find out if they are formally qualified.  This podcast is hosted b Ronald & Donald Brookins, the co-founders of the America’s Community Voices Network, dedicated to creating an environment of informed decision making by the citizens and communities of the Tampa Bay Area 00:36:00Americas Community VoicesnoVoter Education,Community Outreach,Effective Methods for Informed Decision Making,Social Media Outreach,Florida Admendment 4On January 8, 2019, Amendment 4 became law, and ex-convicts who had met their legal obligations became eligible to register to vote. Our podcast today will foccc78a979-d766-42e2-bf3e-78cc7f10e3a811fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2016/10/28/a-conversation-with-supervisor-of-election-craig-latimer-voting-integrityCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2016/10/28/a-conversation-with-supervisor-of-election-craig-latimer-voting-integrity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2016/10/28/a-conversation-with-supervisor-of-election-craig-latimer-voting-integrityFri, 28 Oct 2016 19:30:00 GMTA Conversation With Supervisor Of Election Craig Latimer: Voting IntegrityCraig Latimer is the Superviser Of Elections for Hillsborough County, the third largest county in the State Of Florida along the " I-4 Corridor."  The vision ofMr. Latimer's administration is to make Hillsborough County "The Best place in America to VOTE." Today's podcast will focus on the "10 Reasons Why Elections Are Not Rigged."  Election Integrity is essential and those who make unfounded accusations are wreckless and misinformed. Any unanswered concerns should be directed to the Supervisor of Elections Office, Hillsborough County     00:21:00Americas Community VoicesnoThe Election Of 2016,Hillsborough County Supervisor Of Elections,Safe And Secure Election,Early Voting 2016,Voter Turnout 201610 Reasons Why Elections Are Not "Rigged."https://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/05/12/standing-firm-one-familys-fight-against-domestic-violenceCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/05/12/standing-firm-one-familys-fight-against-domestic-violence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/05/12/standing-firm-one-familys-fight-against-domestic-violenceTue, 12 May 2015 22:00:00 GMT"Standing Firm: One Family"s Fight Against Domestic Violence"Joining us on our next America's Community Voices Network podcast, Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. on BLOGTALKRADIO.COM is our special guest Gerald C. Anderson, Sr., author of "Standing Firm: One Family's Fight Against Domestic Violence." Mr. Anderson is a native of Tampa, growing up in East Tampa and graduating from King High School in 1980.  Following graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force. In his service career Gerald traveled the world with assignments to California (twice), Florida, Kansas, Maryland, West Germany, and Korea. Upon his last assignment in Maryland and after retirement from the Air Force, Gerald began working in the United States Federal Government’s Department of Energy. In 2013, he moved to the Internal Revenue Service and in 2007 he joined the Department of Education. In 2005,   00:27:00Americas Community VoicesnoDomestic Violence,Gerald C. Anderson Sr.,"Standing Firm: One Family's Fight Against Domestic Violence",America's Community Voices Network,Ronald BrookinsJoining us on our next America's Community Voices Network podcast, Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. on BLOGTALKRADIO.COM is our special guest Gerald C. Andershttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/05/08/a-conversation-with-florida-state-rep-ed-narain-district-61Current Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/05/08/a-conversation-with-florida-state-rep-ed-narain-district-61/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/05/08/a-conversation-with-florida-state-rep-ed-narain-district-61Fri, 08 May 2015 21:00:00 GMTA Conversation With Florida State Rep., Ed Narain, District 61Join us on Friday, May 8, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. for the next edition of our podcast, America's Community Voices Network, onBLOGTALKRADIO.COM, with our special guest the newly elected representative for the Florida State House of Representatives, District 61, Mr. Edwin Narain. Since his election to office during the last election cycle, the freshmen democrat has made his debut in the Florida State House with great distinction. He was the first freshman ever elected to lead theminority caucus (unprecedented) and he was the chief sponsor of a bill that was passed into law to provide critical training to police officers to recognize the symptoms of a diabetic episode. Known as "The Arthur Green Act," this critical bill was sponsored my Rep. Narain after Mr. Green's untimely during a traffic stop in which he was suffering a hypoglycemic episode. The police officers, through no fault of their own, did not recognize the symptoms and attempted to arrest Mr. Green for erratic and DUI driving. Mr. Green collapsed and died in what was at the least a highly preventable death. To listen live and participate in the program please call (347) 857-3350 to ask questions or make comments or go to BLOGTALKRADIO.COM . To listen to the program after the live show, on demand listening will be available on BLOGTALKRADIO.COM, ITUNES and Facebook. 00:30:00Americas Community VoicesnoFlorida House of Representatives,The Arthur Green Act,2015 Joyce Russell USF Kente Award Recipient,Florida House District 61,Tampa Bay AreaJoin us on Friday, May 8, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. for the next edition of our podcast, America's Community Voices Network, onBLOGTALKRADIO.COM, with our special guesthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/28/pastor-moses-brown-feed-our-children-ministriesCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/28/pastor-moses-brown-feed-our-children-ministries/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/28/pastor-moses-brown-feed-our-children-ministriesTue, 28 Apr 2015 15:30:00 GMTPastor Moses Brown: Feed Our Children MinistriesJoin us on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. in morning for a conversation with the Founder of "The Feed Our Children Ministries, Pastor Moses Brown. Feed Our Children Ministries is committed to being a source of support to economically disadvantaged children and their families, the homeless, and the elderly.  The vision of FOC Ministries is to equip each individual we contact with the tools necessary in realizing their unlimited potentials. To leave no one hungry physically or spiritually and to enable each one we serve with the ability to serve someone else in need. With an immediate goal to restore the families of each individual served, the long term goals of FOC Ministries are a return back to the community of individuals and families served to provide assistance to other families in need.  To acquire a homeless shelter and be able to service more families with our products and services and to provide food shelter for orphans in third world countries as well as other services. The food is given to the people at no cost to them. Further, the purpose of the food program is to feed the poor, not to grow our church.  The food provided generally consists of fresh produce, cereals, breads, packaged goods, juices, canned goods, snacks, chips, candies, etc. The food boxes (usually a combination of boxes and bags) normally contain between 30-50 pounds of these food items.   00:07:00Americas Community VoicesnoFood Bank,Feed Our Children Ministries,Hunger In Tampa Bay Communities,Pastor Moses Brown,Supporting The Economically DisadvantagedJoin us on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. in morning for a conversation with the Founder of "The Feed Our Children Ministries, Pastor Moses Brown. Feed Ohttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/27/chief-jane-castorcommunity-policing-and-innovative-approaches-to-reducing-crimeCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/27/chief-jane-castorcommunity-policing-and-innovative-approaches-to-reducing-crime/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/27/chief-jane-castorcommunity-policing-and-innovative-approaches-to-reducing-crimeMon, 27 Apr 2015 19:00:00 GMTChief Jane Castor:Community Policing And Innovative Approaches To Reducing CrimeJoin us on Monday, April 27, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. for a very special interview with the retiring Chief of the Tampa Police Department.    Jane Castor’s decisive leadership is evident in all aspects of her 31 year career. She was elected the first female president of a police academy class and 26 years later, she became the first woman to lead the Tampa Police Department.Chief Castor has redefined community policing in her hometown and driven down the crime rate with her innovative approach to fighting crime. Over the course of her career, Chief Jane Castor built a reputation for working side by side with residents, community leaders, business owners and neighboring law enforcement agencies to reduce crime and improve the quality of life in Tampa. Those community partnerships are the foundation of TPD’s dynamic crime reduction strategy, “Focus on Four.” Since its induction in 2003, the plan has reduced violent and property crime by 70%.     Jane’s strong leadership style is balanced with her efforts to help Tampa’s most disadvantaged children.She recently opened the doors of a multi-million dollar gymnasium for the Police Athletic League. The new facility is now serving more than 300 at-risk children. The department also opened a brand new safe haven for children called the RICH House. It’s the second of its kind offering a safe environment for children to thrive and for parents to connect with social services. Chief Castor’s commitment to at-risk kids is exemplified in her new Young Adult Police Academy. It targets kids on the verge of becoming involved in crime. Join us as we say farewell to Chief Jane Castor and commend her for serving the City of Tampa and it's diverse communities with distinction. 00:28:00Americas Community VoicesnoChief Of Tampa Police Department,Community Policing,"Focus On Four",RICH House,Young Adult Police AcademyJoin us on Monday, April 27, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. for a very special interview with the retiring Chief of the Tampa Police Department.    Jane Castor’s decisive lehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/17/stop-the-gun-violence-peaceinthesprings-community-marchCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/17/stop-the-gun-violence-peaceinthesprings-community-march/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/17/stop-the-gun-violence-peaceinthesprings-community-marchFri, 17 Apr 2015 18:00:00 GMTStop The Gun Violence: #PeaceInTheSprings Community MarchOn our next edition of America's Community Voices Network, we examine gun violence in at risk communities in the City of Tampa that has reached epidemic preportions.  On Saturday, April 18, 2015, 12 noon sharp at the Abundant Life Church Parking Lot, 8117 N 13th Street, Sulphur Springs a Community March will occur to raise awareness about the increased gun violence in the Springs threatening the safety and health of children, families and neighborhoods.  Our guest is a representative of the Tampa Police Department, Lt. Randy Peters.  This event will also provide information about positive resources available to the community.  Rally! Eat! Drink! Support. 00:23:00Americas Community VoicesnoTampa Police Department Community Outreach,Postive Community Resources,Take back the Community From Gun Violence,Americas Community Voices Network,Ronald BrookinsOn our next edition of America's Community Voices Network, we examine gun violence in at risk communities in the City of Tampa that has reached epidemic preporthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/08/part-2-ending-and-surviving-human-trafficking-in-the-state-of-floridaCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/08/part-2-ending-and-surviving-human-trafficking-in-the-state-of-florida/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/08/part-2-ending-and-surviving-human-trafficking-in-the-state-of-floridaWed, 08 Apr 2015 16:00:00 GMTPart 2: Ending And Surviving Human Trafficking In The State Of FloridaPlease join us on Wednesday,  April 8, 2015, 12 noon - 12:30 p.m. on our podcast for Part 2 of our two part program "Ending And Surviving Human Trafficking In The State Of Florida." Joining our special guest from Part 1 (Dotti Groover-Skipper) is Niki Cross. Niki is the Founder and President of S.T.A.A.R. Ministry Corporation, (Stop The Abuse And Rescue). She’s a speaker, writer, and survivor of abduction and kidnapping by a former boyfriend at the age of 15. Niki was held against her will and repeatedly assaulted by her abductor and others, until escaping. Realizing how self-destructive her anger and silence had been, it became apparent healing was necessary and the journey began. Her first rescue was over twenty years ago, before it was a popular cause, and often faced ridicule for ministering to women that had been exploited and trafficked. Niki shares her story when asked, but doesn’t want it to be all about her. “Survivors have a responsibility to encourage others going through the same trials. To let them know there is life beyond abuse. It’s never too late for the hurt to heal. Once a victim, now victorious.” Niki mentors several women including many that have been referred through law enforcement and was able to open the first and only safe house in Pinellas County, Florida in 2014.  00:31:00Americas Community VoicesnoHuman Trafficking,S.T.A.A.R. Ministry Coorporation (Stop The Abuse And Rescue),Dotti Groover- Skipper,Florida Anti-Trafficking Coordinator for the Salvation Army; A member of the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking (Formed by Florida Attorney GeneraPlease join us on Wednesday,  April 8, 2015, 12 noon - 12:30 p.m. on our podcast for Part 2 of our two part program "Ending And Surviving Human Trafficking In Thttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/03/ending-and-surviving-human-trafficking-in-the-state-of-floridaCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/03/ending-and-surviving-human-trafficking-in-the-state-of-florida/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/04/03/ending-and-surviving-human-trafficking-in-the-state-of-floridaFri, 03 Apr 2015 15:30:00 GMTEnding and Surviving Human Trafficking in the State of FloridaDotti Groover- Skipper, is the Florida Anti-Trafficking Coordinator for the Salvation Army; A member of the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking (Formed by Florida Attorney General, Pam Bondi); Chair for FREE, The Slavery Survival Network and many more distinguished human rights, activist and servant leadership roles at the local, state and national levels of public service. On Friday, April 3, 2015, 11:30 am - 12 noon, Part 1 of our podcast will focus on organized efforts to end Human Trafficking in the State of Florida and the role that we all can play to assist these profound efforts. Dotti was recognized by Florida Governor Rick Scott and State Attorney General Pam Bondi as "Human Trafficking Advocate of the Year" for the State of Florida (2013). 00:30:00Americas Community VoicesnoHuman Trafficking,Slavery,Florida Statewide Council on Human Trafficking,The Slavery Survival Network,Salvation Army Florida Anti Trafficking CoordinatorDotti Groover- Skipper, is the Florida Anti-Trafficking Coordinator for the Salvation Army; A member of the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking (Formed by Flhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/02/24/michelle-faedos-on-the-go-award-winning-sandwiches-world-famous-devil-crabsCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/02/24/michelle-faedos-on-the-go-award-winning-sandwiches-world-famous-devil-crabs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/02/24/michelle-faedos-on-the-go-award-winning-sandwiches-world-famous-devil-crabsTue, 24 Feb 2015 23:00:00 GMTMichelle Faedo's On The Go: Award Winning Sandwiches & World Famous Devil CrabsMichelle Faedo's On The Go is a family owned business that has captured the heart and stomachs of Tampa Bay.  Their sandwiches, that include their award winning Cuban have become legendary.  Just one taste of Michelle's Devil Crabs and you will be totally and completely under the spell of this remarkable family that not only serves Tampa Bay with excellent food, they are also a family that believes in giving back to the community to make life better for all.  Robbie and Michelle Faedo's partnership and marriage is a great love story for all of us to cherish.  More importantly their business, their family, their community activism and kindness and generoisity to all whom they interact with each and every day is is a model for all of us to emulate.  The key word that describes their lives, their business, their world class food and their positive community outreach is LOVE. Join us for a conversation with Michelle and Robbie Faedo. The listener call-in number to provide input and ask questions of Robbie and Michelle is (347) 857-3350. 00:33:00Americas Community VoicesnoMobile Food Truck,Family Oriented Business,Community Outreach,Award Winning Sandwiches,World Famous Devil CrabsMichelle Faedo's On The Go is a family owned business that has captured the heart and stomachs of Tampa Bay.  Their sandwiches, that include their award winninghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/02/09/a-conversation-with-kevin-beckner-hillsborough-county-boccCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/02/09/a-conversation-with-kevin-beckner-hillsborough-county-bocc/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/02/09/a-conversation-with-kevin-beckner-hillsborough-county-boccMon, 09 Feb 2015 16:00:00 GMTA Conversation With Kevin Beckner (Hillsborough County BOCC)Join us on Monday February 9, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the morning for a conversation with Kevin Beckner. He has been a County Commissioner for Hillsborough County, Florida since 2008 - Present for the past 7 years. Commissioner Beckner has been a champion for at-risk children and their families. He created the Juvenile Justice Task Force whose mission is to help at-risk youth become more productive citizens within our community. He continues to promote fiscal responsibility, sustainable growth with respect for the environment and transparency in government, as well as advocating for a multimodal transportation system. As part of his duties as a County Commissioner, Beckner currently serves on the following Boards and Councils: Chairman of the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, (EPC). Arts Council, Children's Board, Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART). Metropolitan Planning Organization, and Public Safety Coordinating Council (PSCC). Kevin has led: * The formation of the Juvenile Task Force * Regulating & shutting down abusive Pain Clinics (Pill Mills) * Creating the Hillsborough County First Responders Fallen Heroes Fund and Memorial Tribute * Led the effort to create and pass (first in the State of Florida) legislation to stop insurance fraud via staged auto accidents 00:46:00Americas Community VoicesnoElected Official,Board of County Commissioners,Marriage Equality in Florida,Juvenile Justice Task Force,Hillsborough County Environmental Protection CommissionJoin us on Monday February 9, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the morning for a conversation with Kevin Beckner. He has been a County Commissioner for Hillsborough Countyhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/01/23/the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-in-tampa-florida-atty-delano-stewartCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/01/23/the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-in-tampa-florida-atty-delano-stewart/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2015/01/23/the-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-in-tampa-florida-atty-delano-stewartFri, 23 Jan 2015 16:30:00 GMTThe Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in Tampa Florida: Atty. Delano StewartForty five years after his death, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. remains at the forefront of the american consciousness.  Today, communities throughout our great nation are faced with many of the same issues that were present during the Civil Rights Era of the 1960's. On this edition of our podcast,  we begin a series of shows that will focus on the current status of Dr. King's Legacy and what has been achieved in the Tampa Bay area relative to race relations and the comparitive quality of life for all americans, regardless of race.  Our special guest is Attorney Delano S. Stewart, a community activist and prominent voice in the Tampa Bay Area and the State of Florida for equal treatment under law and social equity.   With the premiere of the major motion picture "Selma,"  attention to the civil rights movement and Dr. King are being revived and revisited.  Join us for a series of programs with one of the Tampa Bay Areas leading social and legal patriachs, Atty. Delano S. Stewart, affecionately known to many of the young professionals that he has mentored to great achievement and success, as "Daddy D." 00:30:00Americas Community VoicesnoEqual Treatment Under the Law,Civil Rights Movement,Race Relations in America,Social Equity in AmericaForty five years after his death, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. remains at the forefront of the american consciousness.  Today, communities throughouhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/20/a-conversation-with-latrenia-bryant-freelance-style-photographer-nurse-lpnCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/20/a-conversation-with-latrenia-bryant-freelance-style-photographer-nurse-lpn/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/20/a-conversation-with-latrenia-bryant-freelance-style-photographer-nurse-lpnWed, 20 Aug 2014 22:00:00 GMTA Conversation With Latrenia Bryant, Freelance Style Photographer & Nurse (LPN)Latrenia Bryant is a freelance style photographer, the founder and owner of Latrenia Bryant Photography.  Her love for photography began at age six (6) when a guest speaker at her school, a professional photographer,  introduced her and her classmates to the camera and photography.  She is a vocal advocate for thrifty fashion that is affordable an stylish.  She also advocates natural hairstyles for african american women and is critical of the excessive costs of mainstream hair care for women.  She has her own blog that is representative of her expertise in self portrait photography and thrifty fashion for women. But there is more to the lovely Mrs. Bryant.  She is a wife, mother, daughter, niece, friend, beloved cousin and a health professional (licensed practical nurse).  Her favorie era is the 1970's, but she is definitely a 21st Century woman.  00:31:00Americas Community VoicesnoStyle Photography,Fashion Photography,Thrifty Fashion,Afro and Locs,Natural Hair StylesLatrenia Bryant is a freelance style photographer, the founder and owner of Latrenia Bryant Photography.  Her love for photography began at age six (6) when a ghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/18/a-conversation-with-luelonda-monroe-ceo-of-glam-girls-loved-and-motivatedCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/18/a-conversation-with-luelonda-monroe-ceo-of-glam-girls-loved-and-motivated/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/18/a-conversation-with-luelonda-monroe-ceo-of-glam-girls-loved-and-motivatedMon, 18 Aug 2014 22:00:00 GMTA Conversation With Luelonda Monroe, CEO of G.L.A.M. (Girls Loved And Motivated)G.L.A.M.,  Girls Loved And Motivated, empowers and inspires girls for excellence and nothing less. The organization reaches girls all over the country 7yrs old to 18, providing leadership workshops and summits that focus on building self esteem, confidence and shyness. We discuss everyday topics that girls deal with such as peer pressure, self respect and most importantly purpose. G.L.A.M. provides girl summits, fashion shows, modeling, dance, public speaking, community outreach and much more. Luelonda Monroe, is a resident of Tampa, Florida, who has delivered many motivational conferences and meetings. It has been her lifelong passion to empower young girls and women in efforts to help develop their individual goals and purpose, with the ultimate goal of reaching their destiny. Ms. Monroe achievements include Business Woman of the Year 2013 recognized by the Tampa Cotillion Debutante Organization.  She has been showcased and interviewed in multiple magazines, television and radio shows. She has hosted numerous events throughout Tampa Bay and surrounding cities,  Gospel Showcase at the Performing Arts Center and Majestic Bible Institute and Seminary in Orlando Florida just to name a few. She has provided leadership workshops for girls in programs like: Centre for Girls, Miracles Outreach and Hillsborough County Children' s Board " Teens Girls against Bullying".  Boys and Girls Club of Tampa and Little Miss Sassy Pageant are also events that she has been involved with as well. Her success is base upon an ongoing track record that allows her one on one mentoring, and sharing her own life experiences by utilizing interactive dialogue forums.    00:31:00Americas Community VoicesnoMentoring,Youth Empowerment,Youth Summits,Fashion Shows,Modeling OpportunitiesG.L.A.M.,  Girls Loved And Motivated, empowers and inspires girls for excellence and nothing less. The organization reaches girls all over the country 7yrs oldhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/14/an-interview-with-tonya-lewis-founder-and-ceo-of-children-with-a-visionCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/14/an-interview-with-tonya-lewis-founder-and-ceo-of-children-with-a-vision/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/14/an-interview-with-tonya-lewis-founder-and-ceo-of-children-with-a-visionThu, 14 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMTAn interview with Tonya Lewis, Founder and CEO of Children With A VisionA revealing interview with Ms. Tonya Lewis, Founder and CEO of Tampa Bay Area NPO Children With A Vision.  Discussion topics include the upcoming 15th Annual Back To School Giveaway for at risk school age children in East Tampa.  We will also discuss Ms. Lewis's role as a community advocate for increased voter education and awareness relative to active participation in the political process and informed decision making when voting.  Also to be discussed is Ms. Lewis's role in addressing gang violence in Tampa Bay's Urban Communities and Neighborhoods. Finally, we will discuss Ms. Lewis's evolution as an effective community advocate and successful business women. 00:33:00Americas Community VoicesnoEducation,At Risk Youth,Addressing Gang Violence,Voter Education,Get Out The VoteA revealing interview with Ms. Tonya Lewis, Founder and CEO of Tampa Bay Area NPO Children With A Vision.  Discussion topics include the upcoming 15th Annual Bahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/13/election-cycle-2014-supervisor-of-elections-mr-craig-latimerCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/13/election-cycle-2014-supervisor-of-elections-mr-craig-latimer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/13/election-cycle-2014-supervisor-of-elections-mr-craig-latimerWed, 13 Aug 2014 14:00:00 GMTElection Cycle 2014: Supervisor of Elections, Mr. Craig Latimer  Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Craig Latimer was elected to his position last November and took office on January 8, 2013.  While this is his first elected office, Supervisor Latimer is not new to the Supervisor of Elections office. He served as Chief of Staff to the Supervisor of Elections from 2009 to 2013. Public service has always been a part of Mr. Latimer’s job description. Before working for the Supervisor of Elections office, he served and protected the community for 35 years in law enforcement, retiring as a Major from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office in 2008. Supervisor Latimer also serves our community as a volunteer. He is on the Board of the Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, Bay Area Youth Services, and the Tampa Catholic Board of Trustees, and he is an Honorary Commander for the 6th Medical Group at MacDill Air Force Base. Craig Latimer was born and raised here in Hillsborough County.  He attended Christ the King, graduated from Tampa Catholic High School, and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida. Craig Latimer led the turnaround in the elections office to restore integrity, efficiency and confidence in the election process. He brought to the office leadership and accountability; timely and accurate reporting of results; impartiality and nonpartisanshp; a renewed commitment to ethics and professionalism; excellent voter services; and responsible and conservative stewardship of taxpayers’ funds. Our interview will focus on the 2014 Elections, information about voter registration, the voting process, Election Day voting, Early Voting, Vote By Mail, voting equipment, and election dates..     00:31:00Americas Community Voicesno2014 Elections,Voter Registration,The Voting Process,Voter Education,Early VotingHillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Craig Latimer was elected to his position last November and took office on January 8, 2013.  While this is his fihttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/12/social-media-my-voice-your-voice-our-voicesCurrent Eventshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/12/social-media-my-voice-your-voice-our-voices/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2014/08/12/social-media-my-voice-your-voice-our-voicesTue, 12 Aug 2014 22:30:00 GMTSocial Media: My Voice! Your Voice! Our Voices!A light bulb in our head was recently turned on and it is very bright. Along with all of our friends and family on social media platforms Face Book and Twitter, we connect through our interaction and exchange of our life stories, opinions and reflections about who we are, what we do and what matters most in our lives. More than often, we don’t agree and in some instances our disagreement lacks an acceptable level of civility. This divide seems to have widened since the horrific 9/11 tragedies; the Presidential elections of 2000, 2004, 2008, and 2012. Our nation is increasingly divided primarily over our differences of opinions and beliefs. We have come to realize that our disagreements can be more clearly mediated when our reflections are viewed through the lens of our most common attributes as American Citizens.  Simply stated, as proclaimed in The Declaration of Independence “We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men (and women) are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”   Expressing thoughts and opinions through this powerful lens is an opportunity for all of us to be more considerate of each other because we are all “endowed with certain unalienable rights” that by definition cannot be denied our nullified simply because of differences.   This is our new blog and podcast from your favorite twins, Ronald and Donald Brookins.  We call it, “America’s Community Voices.”  It is our hope that we build a bridge to what our great President Abraham Lincoln called a “more perfect union.” We will do so in terms of our collective unalienable rights,life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.   Ronald & Donald Brookins   00:31:00Americas Community VoicesnoCommuniity Advocacy,Current Events,Social Civility,Political Civility,Social AwarenessA light bulb in our head was recently turned on and it is very bright. Along with all of our friends and family on social media platforms Face Book and Twitter,https://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/27/americas-community-voices-countdwn-to-election-dayElectionshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/27/americas-community-voices-countdwn-to-election-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/27/americas-community-voices-countdwn-to-election-dayWed, 27 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMTAMERICA'S COMMUNITY VOICES: Countdown to Election Day 2010Guests from the Hillsborough County (Florida) Supervisor of Elections Office that include, Mr. Earl Leonard (Supervisor of Elections); Mr. Craig Latimer (Deptuty Supervisor of Elections) & Mr. Travis Abercrombie (Public Information Officer). Our focus is increasing voter participation in the 2010 Mid-Term Elections. We will discuss the all options available that includes early voting, absentee voting and voting on election day. The objective of this program is increase voter awareness and participation in this year's critical 2010 Mid-Term Elections00:45:00Americas Community VoicesnoEarly Voting,2010 Elections,Absentee Ballots,Hillsborough Supervisor of Elections,Get Out The VoteGuests from the Hillsborough County (Florida) Supervisor of Elections Office that include, Mr. Earl Leonard (Supervisor of Elections); Mr. Craig Latimer (Deptuthttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/20/americas-community-voices-election-2010-why-we-allElectionshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/20/americas-community-voices-election-2010-why-we-all/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/20/americas-community-voices-election-2010-why-we-allWed, 20 Oct 2010 18:00:00 GMTAMERICA'S COMMUNITY VOICES: Election 2010--Why We All MUST VOTE!The mid-term elections for the year 2010 are arguably the most critical of this young century. The age of Obama has produced circumstances and unintended consequences that none of us could have foreseen. In this upcoming election, every vote counts in a way and manner that has perhaps never occurred before. At stake is the direction of a nation in which the pundits, 24 hour news cycle, talk radio, internet blogs, special interest groups and the established political parties have failed to act in the best interest of the public good. Sitting out this election by not voting is not the best way to make your voice and our community voices heard. We'll talk about early voting, absentee voting, voting on election day and what are the individual responsibilities of American Citizens relative to voting in a free, democratic, representative democracy.00:46:00Americas Community VoicesnoElection 2010,Voter Turnout,Early Voting,Voter Apathy,Voter AccountabilityThe mid-term elections for the year 2010 are arguably the most critical of this young century. The age of Obama has produced circumstances and unintended consehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/14/24-hour-news-is-it-really-news-or-self-preservatioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/14/24-hour-news-is-it-really-news-or-self-preservatio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/14/24-hour-news-is-it-really-news-or-self-preservatioThu, 14 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT24 Hour News: Is it really news or self preservation for ratings?The 24 hour news cycle has made it more difficult for the public to determine what is an accurate reporting of the news as opposed to self interested, biased opinions that serve the political and social views of differing so called news organizations. Can 24 hour cable news be trusted? Are network news and traditional print media like the Washington Post & New York Times our last hope? How has the online media--blogs, internet web pages, Facebook, Twitter--influenced how we receive our news? What is the responsibility of the public relative to screening news to determine what is fact as opposed to opinion?00:45:00Americas Community Voicesno24 Hour News,Network News,Print News,Social Media,EthicsThe 24 hour news cycle has made it more difficult for the public to determine what is an accurate reporting of the news as opposed to self interested, biased ophttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/13/education-waiting-forEducationhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/13/education-waiting-for/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/americascommunityvoices/2010/10/13/education-waiting-forWed, 13 Oct 2010 17:30:00 GMTEducation: Waiting for ?A discussion and review if problems and issues confronting public education in America. Why are teachers being blamed? Are parents accountable for their children's education? Is the playing field equal for all schools? How has standerdized testing impacted the quality of education in our schools? What about school administrators and school boards? Elected Officials? Unions? Can we all get on the same page with a unified effort?00:31:00Americas Community VoicesnoTeachers,Unions,Elected Officials,Parents,Standardized TestingA discussion and review if problems and issues confronting public education in America. Why are teachers being blamed? Are parents accountable for their child