http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclubInterviewing individuals that are making things happen in their life, as I attempt to identify the mental science/metaphysical principles at play that are helping them move forward. Last, but certainly not least, I read from Metaphysical/Mental Science/New Thought/Manifestation type books as part of my book club experience.enCopyright Cynthia Clark (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 04:15:00 GMTSun, 17 Jan 2016 21:00:00 GMTSelf HelpBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/9c3b77c3-16ed-404c-8b6c-f0df7014db1d_cynthia_clark_book_clubradio.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclubInterviewing individuals that are making things happen in their life, as I attempt to identify the mental science/metaphysical principles at play that are helping them move forward. Last, but certainly not least, I read from Metaphysical/Mental Science/New Thought/Manifestation type books as part of my book club experience.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comself help,metaphysics,personal finance,black studies,book club session,buy black,do for self,free financial game plans,freedom fighter,mental scienceCynthia Battle ClarknoInterviewing individuals that are making things happen in their life, as I attempt to identify the mental science/metaphysical principles at play that are helpiepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2016/01/17/metaphysics-of-building-beautiful-thriving-black-communities-wdabney-buchananSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2016/01/17/metaphysics-of-building-beautiful-thriving-black-communities-wdabney-buchanan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2016/01/17/metaphysics-of-building-beautiful-thriving-black-communities-wdabney-buchananSun, 17 Jan 2016 21:00:00 GMTMetaphysics of Building Beautiful Thriving Black Communities w/Dabney BuchananI always wondered why the black communities where I grew up, were not as nice as many other communities.  I found out why through studying black history around the world.  I found the solution by studying Metaphysics.  Yes, I think this shit is mental. I'm choosing to talk with people that care about the black community as a whole and want to see it reach it's fullest potential. There's no better person to have this conversation with than who I affectionately call DB! One thing I know about Dabney is that he is unapologetically black.  He's not anti-white, but the brother is most definitely unapologetically black and I love it. Listen in as he helps me to get my mind right about my endeavor. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoBeautiful Thriving Black Communities,Do for Self,Buy Black,We're all we got,MetaphysicsListen in as I chat with Lecturer/Teacher Dabney Buchan A.K.A. Shaheed Akbar about my goal of creating Beautiful Thriving Black Communities.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2016/01/10/metaphysics-of-building-beautiful-thriving-black-communities-wphilippe-matthewsSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2016/01/10/metaphysics-of-building-beautiful-thriving-black-communities-wphilippe-matthews/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2016/01/10/metaphysics-of-building-beautiful-thriving-black-communities-wphilippe-matthewsSun, 10 Jan 2016 21:00:00 GMTMetaphysics of Building Beautiful Thriving Black Communities w/Philippe MatthewsI always wondered why the black communities I lived in weren't as nice as other communities.  I found the answer by studying Black History.  I found the solution by studying Metaphysics.  Join me as I chat with Talk Show Host and Author Philippe Matthews about my mission of building Beautiful Thriving Black Communities. Philippe has interviewed tons of thought leaders and change agents.  Listen in as I sit on Philippe's proverbial couch while he walks me through some processes I can take to manifest my vision. 00:32:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMetaphysics,Black Power,Beatiful Thriving Black Communities,Buy Black,Black EconomicsI always wondered why the black communities I lived in weren't as nice as other communities. I found the answer by studying Black History. I found the solutiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/05/13/cynt-chats-with-comedienne-kellye-howard-on-building-her-brandSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/05/13/cynt-chats-with-comedienne-kellye-howard-on-building-her-brand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/05/13/cynt-chats-with-comedienne-kellye-howard-on-building-her-brandWed, 13 May 2015 16:00:00 GMTCynt Chats with Comedienne Kellye Howard on Building Her BrandKellye Howard is serious about her hustle.  Everytime you turn around, you see manifestations of her hard work paying off. From consistent bookings at comedy clubs to television spots to viral comedy rap videos, Kellye is doing what it takes to get the exposure she needs to take things to the next level. Although it may look like a cake walk, anyone that's travelled the road she's on knows it take a lot of focus and effort to make the moves she's making.  Let's chat with this Jazzy Chick to get a better understanding of the Nature of Her Hustle. 00:33:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoKellye Howard,Comedian Kellye Howard,Commedienne Kellye HowardKellye Howard is serious about her hustle.  Everytime you turn around, you see manifestations of her hard work paying off. From consistent bookings at comedy clhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/04/19/cynt-chats-w19-year-old-kel-jvme-on-learning-the-ropes-of-launching-crmgSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/04/19/cynt-chats-w19-year-old-kel-jvme-on-learning-the-ropes-of-launching-crmg/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/04/19/cynt-chats-w19-year-old-kel-jvme-on-learning-the-ropes-of-launching-crmgSun, 19 Apr 2015 19:00:00 GMTCynt Chats w/19 year old Kel JVME$: On Learning the Ropes of Launching CRMGI met Kel back in September of 2014 and it didn't take me long to realize that he was gifted.  My sister and I met him on the same day and she noticed it too.  He had a mellow, old soul type demeanor, but he's only 19 years old. One of the reasons I call myself Wonder Woman, is because I'm always wondering about things.  So, I wondered what Kel's story was.  So, I asked him.  In fact, we chopped it up on the very first episode of my radio show.  Well, Kel is an entertainer and the last time we talked on the show, he gave us a little bit of his background and told us about an album he recently published on itunes. He's taken things to the next level and started his own music label.  It's called the Chicago Renaissance Music Group.  I freakin' love that name!!!  Let's see what Kel is up to these days.  00:29:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoChicago Renaissance Music Group,CRMG,Kel James,Kel JVME$I met Kel back in September of 2014 and it didn't take me long to realize that he was gifted.  My sister and I met him on the same day and she noticed it too.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/26/cynt-chats-with-yoga-instructor-stacy-patrice-on-building-her-brandSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/26/cynt-chats-with-yoga-instructor-stacy-patrice-on-building-her-brand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/26/cynt-chats-with-yoga-instructor-stacy-patrice-on-building-her-brandThu, 26 Mar 2015 19:00:00 GMTCynt Chats with Yoga Instructor Stacy Patrice: On Building Her BrandI met Stacy about 5 years ago at a Master Mind group that met weekly at DePaul University.  She and I became facebook friends and now we follow each other's projects.  Stacy is a multi-talented individual.  She's one of those folks that can do multiple things in an excellent way. I have followed her as she posts inspiring youtube videos about life, as she photographs amazing people, places and things and last but not least I see her instructing individuals about the soul healing practice of yoga. Let's chat with Stacy and find out what she's up to these days and what it's taking her to build her brand.   00:32:00Cynthia Battle Clarknowww.StacyPatrice.com,Soul Healing YogaI met Stacy about 5 years ago at a Master Mind group that met weekly at DePaul University.  She and I became facebook friends and now we follow each other's prohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/12/cynt-chats-with-19-yr-old-music-producer-ocean-smith-on-building-his-brandSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/12/cynt-chats-with-19-yr-old-music-producer-ocean-smith-on-building-his-brand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/12/cynt-chats-with-19-yr-old-music-producer-ocean-smith-on-building-his-brandThu, 12 Mar 2015 03:00:00 GMTCynt Chats With 19 yr old Music Producer Ocean Smith on Building His BrandKnowing what you want to do at a young age is awesome!  You get to sharpen your skills, you get to hone your skills early on and that's an advantage in life today.  Ocean Smith has a vision and he's working to realize it.  Not only does he know what he wants to accomplish, he has an amazing way of rubbing shoulders with people in his chosen field that have achieved greatness. Not long ago he had an opportunity to get advice directly from LL Cool J.  If you look at the photos I put in the slideshow, you'll see a picture of him with J Cole in downtown Chicago.  He just ran into him at the AT&T store.  You'll see a photo of him with Alicia Keys backstage at at age 11 he was able to interview the real Chris Gardner who the movie "The Pursuit of Happyness" was based on. And trust me, the list goes on. Not only is he already in the mix of his industry with his own company, he's currently studying Production and Engineering at Columbia College Chicago.  Let's Chat with 19 year old Ocean Smith owner of Immortal Music Group about what it's taking him to build his brand as a Music Producer and his Vision for the future.  00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoOcean Smith,Music Producer,Chicago Music Producer,Immortal Music Group,www.ImmortalMusicGroup.comKnowing what you want to do at a young age is awesome!  You get to sharpen your skills, you get to hone your skills early on and that's an advantage in life todhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/04/cynt-chats-with-talk-show-host-philippe-shock-matthews-on-building-his-brandSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/04/cynt-chats-with-talk-show-host-philippe-shock-matthews-on-building-his-brand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/03/04/cynt-chats-with-talk-show-host-philippe-shock-matthews-on-building-his-brandWed, 04 Mar 2015 22:00:00 GMTCynt Chats with Talk Show Host Philippe "Shock" Matthews on Building His BrandI met Philippe over a year ago while I was working on my book.  He encouraged me through the process and invited me on his online talk show to chat about it once it was published.  Well along the way, I followed Philippe on all the Social Media outlets I could find.  I was intrigued with him because I dig Metaphysics and some of the many books he has written, touched on this subject. Not only that, I was impressed with Philippe because he is a talk show host.  He started his talk show in Chicago and interviewed some of the coolest people like Robert Kiyosaki the author of the "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" book series.  He has also interviewed the likes of Barbara Corcoran, the Fiesty Real Estate Mogul from the hit TV Show "Shark Tank" and many more. Not only that, Philippe works on non profit projects that resonate with me.  Hey, let's see what he has to share with us about what it's taking him to Build His Brand and find out what cool projects he's working on now. 00:32:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoPhilippe Matthews,Phillipe "Shock" Matthews,The Philippe Matthews ShowI met Philippe over a year ago while I was working on my book.  He encouraged me through the process and invited me on his online talk show to chat about it onchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/02/25/cynt-chats-with-motivational-speaker-mack-mcghee-on-building-his-brandSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/02/25/cynt-chats-with-motivational-speaker-mack-mcghee-on-building-his-brand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/02/25/cynt-chats-with-motivational-speaker-mack-mcghee-on-building-his-brandWed, 25 Feb 2015 21:00:00 GMTCynt Chats with Motivational Speaker Mack McGhee on Building His BrandI met Mack on Facebook last year in 2014.  In fact it's been less than a year, but I knew immediately by some comments he made on a mutual friend's post, that he was a thinking man.  I actually remember what the post was about.  It involved a very famous person and I won't say the person's name because the mere mention of this celebrity's name polarizes an entire audience.  Well anyway, the consensus of the comments in this particular post was that the celebrity was just an arrogant S.O.B. Then comes a comment from Mack.  He spoke to the celebrity's genius and damn near psychoanalyzed the subject in a couple of short precise sentences.  It's like he knew or understood the plight of this young person's situation of being blessed by the masses for his genius and cursed by the masses for some of the ways he expressed his genuis.  I immediately sent Mack a friend request.  Well, it turns out that Mack was a Motivational Speaker and I'm not talking about the shallow kind, this Brother is insightful!!! Not only is he a Motivational Speaker, he's an Author and the Dean of One of the Most Progressive High Schools in the Chicagoland area.  Boy did I hit the jackpot with this facebook friend.  I work with a youth group and the organizer of the group is in her early 20's.  She has Big Goals and Aspirations and I thought to myself. "How cool would it be to get Speaker Mack D. McGhee to talk to her for just a few minutes on the phone".  Well guess what?  As busy as he was and is, he did it.  And he did it big.  The advice he gave myself and this young lady about building an organization will stay with us forever.  He certainly has a heart for the Youth. Ok, ENOUGH of all that, let's chat with Mack about what it takes to Build a Motivational Speaking Brand. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMack McGhee,Motivational Speaker,Transforming Lives International LLC,Helping Chicago Youth,Inspiratoinal SpeakerI met Mack on Facebook last year in 2014.  In fact it's been less than a year, but I knew immediately by some comments he made on a mutual friend's post, that hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/02/19/cynt-chats-with-trez-pugh-iii-president-ceo-of-sip-savor-chicagoSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/02/19/cynt-chats-with-trez-pugh-iii-president-ceo-of-sip-savor-chicago/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/02/19/cynt-chats-with-trez-pugh-iii-president-ceo-of-sip-savor-chicagoThu, 19 Feb 2015 22:30:00 GMTCynt Chats with Trez Pugh III, President & CEO of Sip & Savor ChicagoI love coffee shops.  I like to sit with a cup of tea, my laptop and my thoughts.  Back in the day, I found a cool coffee house in the Heart of Bronzeville on 43rd street in Chicago. Yes, 43rd street.  When I walked in this joint, the environment just grabbed me.  I was hooked before my very first sip.  The Bronzeville Coffee House became my home away from home. The guys that owned the joint were some cool dudes too and they created a place in my opinion,  that felt like the old show Cheers; a place where everybody knew your name at some point.  Only thing was, they weren't serving up beers, they were serving up a different kinda brew, coffee with a smile. That enterprise has evolved since it's establishment in December 2005, there are more locations and many business lessons were learned along the way.  I'm honored to have the opportunity to pick the brain of the man behind the metamorphosis. Let's see what we can learn from Trez Pugh III's transition to the world of entrepreneurship and his growing Sip & Savor brand. SipandSavorChicago.com Facebook.com/Sip-and-Savor 00:29:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoTrez Pugh III,Sip and Savor,SipandSavorChicago.com,Sip & SavorI love coffee shops.  I like to sit with a cup of tea, my laptop and my thoughts.  Back in the day, I found a cool coffee house in the Heart of Bronzeville on 4http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/22/cynt-talks-to-award-winning-photographer-shanya-smith-on-building-her-businessSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/22/cynt-talks-to-award-winning-photographer-shanya-smith-on-building-her-business/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/22/cynt-talks-to-award-winning-photographer-shanya-smith-on-building-her-businessThu, 22 Jan 2015 22:30:00 GMTCynt Talks to Award Winning Photographer Shanya Smith: On Building Her BusinessAs many of you know, I love facebook.  I am a proud facebook addict.  I just love to share content and I love to see what my facebook friends have to share with me.  Well, I started noticing one of my facebook friends in particular.  Her name is Shanya Smith.  The reason I noticed her is because she's always traveling.  Not only that, when she travels, she takes a lot of photos and shares them with us.  Not only that, when she travels, she takes this little sock monkey with her that happens to shows up in a lot of her travel photos.  In fact, I started feeling like I knew Sock Monkey personally because of all the photos. Lol! Anyway, let's just say that Shanya lives well.  So, it turns out that Shanya is a Photoghrapher and not just any photographer.  Shanya is an award winning photographer.  I could go on and on about her many accomplishments, like her being a winner of a contest sponsored by Nokia and National Geographic, or the fact that her work has been published in Capture My Chicago and Chicago Focus,  but why do that when I get to talk to her live on blogtalkradio. AynahsPhotography.com Like her Facebook Page... Facebook.com/AynahsPhotography 00:32:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoAynahs Photography,Shanya Smith,Award Winning Photographer,Building a BusinessAs many of you know, I love facebook.  I am a proud facebook addict.  I just love to share content and I love to see what my facebook friends have to share withhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/15/cynt-interviews-randy-williams-founder-and-president-of-talley-twine-watchesSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/15/cynt-interviews-randy-williams-founder-and-president-of-talley-twine-watches/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/15/cynt-interviews-randy-williams-founder-and-president-of-talley-twine-watchesThu, 15 Jan 2015 23:00:00 GMTCynt Interviews Randy Williams: Founder and President of Talley & Twine WatchesOne of my facebook friends posted a photo of a watch she purchased as a Christmas gift for her Dad.  It was a beautiful timepiece and the packaging was just as beautiful and classy.  Not only did she post the photo, she gave a little narrative about the watch.  You see my friend was purposefully purchasing from black owned businesses that year.   She was practicing Ujamaa, one of the 7 principles of Kwanzaa.  Ujamaa is all about cooperative economics.  It's about the art of building and maintaining our own stores, shops, and other businesses. So, it turns out that the Founder and President of this awesome watch company is a young black man.  I was geeked to say the least.  I started researching this Dude online.  His name is Randy Williams and he lives in Virginia.  Let me tell you that the story behind the inception of his company is just as rich as the brand he has built and continues to cultivate. Randy successfully funded his first large manufacturing run through a program called Kickstarter.  When you get a chance, check out is website www.TalleyandTwine.com and check out the video in his successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over $29,000 Talley&Twine Kickstarter campaign  . Happy listening as Randy tells us a little bit about himself and his motivation for launching this wonderful brand. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoTalley and Twine Watches,Randy Williams,Black Owned Business,Talley and Twine KickstarterBuilding a Brand: Randy Williams Founder of Talley & Twine Watch Companyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/02/cynt-21-yr-old-erik-adams-talk-about-what-a-difference-a-neighborhood-makesSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/02/cynt-21-yr-old-erik-adams-talk-about-what-a-difference-a-neighborhood-makes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2015/01/02/cynt-21-yr-old-erik-adams-talk-about-what-a-difference-a-neighborhood-makesFri, 02 Jan 2015 23:00:00 GMTCynt & 21 yr old Erik Adams talk about "What a Difference a Neighborhood Makes"I love talking to idealistic young people.  Why?  Because I'm an idealist myself and because these young folks got energy, drive and vision.  I'm talking to 21 year old Erik Adams because one of the his peers, that happens to be a Youth Organizer, thought that I should. I'm glad she made the introduction because after talking to Erik, I realized that he has a perspective and experience that many of us can learn from.  Erik used to live on the South Side of Chicago in a Community called Roseland as a child. Then, his family moved to a Suburb of Chicago called South Holland.  Let's talk to Erik about some of the things he noticed as he made the transition.  I think it's eye opening!!!   To contact Cynthia after the show call 312-715-8834.  Visit www.CynthiaClarkBookClub.com 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoThe Youth,Giving Back,Making a Diffference,The Community,MentorsI love talking to idealistic young people.  Why?  Because I'm an idealist myself and because these young folks got energy, drive and vision.  I'm talking to 21http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/21/read-with-cynt-chapter-11-of-the-science-of-getting-rich-wallace-d-wattlesSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/21/read-with-cynt-chapter-11-of-the-science-of-getting-rich-wallace-d-wattles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/21/read-with-cynt-chapter-11-of-the-science-of-getting-rich-wallace-d-wattlesSun, 21 Dec 2014 17:00:00 GMTRead With Cynt: Chapter 11 of "The Science of Getting Rich" ~ Wallace D. WattlesI feel inspired to get back into a book.  Let's read Chapter 11 of "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles.  The name of the chapter is "Acting in The Certain Way". If you need a copy of this public domain book, you can cllick the following link to my website, scroll down on the home page and click on the image of the book.  It will load a free pdf. www.CynthiaClarkBookClub.com  00:30:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoSelp Help,Science of Getting Rich,Wallace D. Wallace,Chapter 11,Acting in The Certain WayI feel inspired to get back into a book.  Let's read Chapter 11 of "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles.  The name of the chapter is "Acting in Thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/10/john-griffin-jr-of-chicago-based-agbinvestigativecom-on-building-his-businessSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/10/john-griffin-jr-of-chicago-based-agbinvestigativecom-on-building-his-business/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/10/john-griffin-jr-of-chicago-based-agbinvestigativecom-on-building-his-businessWed, 10 Dec 2014 18:00:00 GMTJohn Griffin Jr. of Chicago Based AGBinvestigative.com: On Building His BusinessI know John from High School Accounting class. In my opinion, he is a Manifester! He speaks things into existence. I remember him telling us back then, in high school that is, what University he was attending and what Fraternity he was joining, before he even registered for one class at DePaul University. Looks like the Brother is still manifesting.  His business AGBinvestigative.com is in 3 states now which include, IL, IA and TX.  Not only that, it has an international reach. Who knew that this Brother from the infamous Englewood neighborhood on the Southside of Chicago would bring such a business to life?!?! I'm glad he's taking my interview.  He is definitely someone I want the young people I work with to hear from.  By the way, the acronym AGB stands for "Always Giving Back". 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoChicago Business Man,Security Services,Always Giving Back,Advice for the Youth,VisionI know John from High School Accounting class. In my opinion, he is a Manifester! He speaks things into existence. I remember him telling us back then, in highhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/02/money-matters-monday-w-cynt-reading-chapters-2-3-of-how-money-worksSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/02/money-matters-monday-w-cynt-reading-chapters-2-3-of-how-money-works/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/12/02/money-matters-monday-w-cynt-reading-chapters-2-3-of-how-money-worksTue, 02 Dec 2014 04:30:00 GMTMoney Matters Monday w/ Cynt: Reading Chapters 2 & 3 of "How Money Works"Follow along as Cynt reads from the ebooklet "How Money Works:  A Common Sense Guide to Financial Success". Contact Cynt at 312-715-8834 or cynthiaclarkbookclub@gmail.com to get a free copy of the ebooklet.  Also visit Cynt's website and subscribe to receive occasional updates at http://www.CynthiaClarkBookClub.com 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMoney Matters Mondays,Personal Finance,Free Financial GameplansFollow along as Cynt reads from the ebooklet "How Money Works:  A Common Sense Guide to Financial Success". Contact Cynt at 312-715-8834 or cynthiaclarkbookclubhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/26/11-year-old-najah-cynt-book-club-session-reading-how-money-works-for-kids-1Self Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/26/11-year-old-najah-cynt-book-club-session-reading-how-money-works-for-kids-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/26/11-year-old-najah-cynt-book-club-session-reading-how-money-works-for-kids-1Wed, 26 Nov 2014 23:00:00 GMT11 Year Old Najah & Cynt: Book Club Session Reading "How Money Works for Kids"I want to do my best to make sure my little girl has a good start in life.  I also want to make sure that beyond being good in school, she has a good head on her shoulders.  I want to make sure I do what I can to prepare her for life. So hey, why not start teaching her about the basics of money?!?!  I brought the idea of doing a blog radio series of she and I reading from this cool ebook entitled "How Money Works for Kids: A Parent's Guide" and she was down for the experience.   In fact, she immediately went to her money bank and counted her cheese after we looked at one of the budgets in the book.  This is going to be so much fun and educational for both of us.  Hey, why don't you guys read along with us? Call me, message me or email me to get your free copy of the ebook so you can go on this learning journey with Najah and I. I can be reached at 312-715-8834 or cynthiaclarkbookclub@gmail.com.  Also feel free to take a look at my website to see other projects that I'm working on http://cynthiaclarkbookclub.com 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoKids and Money,Teaching Kids about MoneyI want to do my best to make sure my little girl has a good start in life.  I also want to make sure that beyond being good in school, she has a good head on hehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/25/money-matters-monday-book-club-session-chapter-one-of-how-money-worksSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/25/money-matters-monday-book-club-session-chapter-one-of-how-money-works/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/25/money-matters-monday-book-club-session-chapter-one-of-how-money-worksTue, 25 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTMoney Matters Monday Book Club Session: Chapter One of "How Money Works"Hey Carletta and I are reading this awesome ebook called "How Money Works".  I think it's an ebook that should be read at least on a yearly basis just to keep us on our toes about why we work all these hours every week. Hey, why don't you read along with us?!?!  This is the Cynthia Clark Book Club Radio Show for crying out loud.  I want to make sure that all of you have a free copy of the ebook.  So, email me or call me to get your FREE copy today.  My email address is cynthiaclarkbookclub@gmail.com and my phone number is 312-715-8834.  Carletta can be reached at 312-545-0757. We would love to have you join us on our learning journey. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMoney Matters Monday,How Money Works,Book Club Session,Personal Finance,Free Financial Game PlansHey Carletta and I are reading this awesome ebook called "How Money Works".  I think it's an ebook that should be read at least on a yearly basis just to keep uhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/21/cynt-book-club-session-reading-chapter-10-of-the-science-of-getting-richSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/21/cynt-book-club-session-reading-chapter-10-of-the-science-of-getting-rich/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/21/cynt-book-club-session-reading-chapter-10-of-the-science-of-getting-richFri, 21 Nov 2014 21:30:00 GMTCynt Book Club Session: Reading Chapter 10 of "The Science of Getting Rich"I'm in Geek mode again.  Join me in the reading of Chapter 10 of "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles. This chapter is entitled "Further Use of the Will".   You can get a free pdf of this public domain book on my website at http://cynthiaclarkbookclub.com.  Just scroll down on the home page and click on the image of the book. Make comments in facebook if you like.  It's simple! 00:25:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoBook Club Session,Metaphysics,Mental Science,New Thought,ManifestingI'm in Geek mode again.  Join me in the reading of Chapter 10 of "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles. This chapter is entitled "Further Use of thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/20/jeremy-layman-sparks-on-being-a-christian-rap-artist-and-son-of-a-preacher-manSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/20/jeremy-layman-sparks-on-being-a-christian-rap-artist-and-son-of-a-preacher-man/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/20/jeremy-layman-sparks-on-being-a-christian-rap-artist-and-son-of-a-preacher-manThu, 20 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTJeremy "Layman" Sparks on being a Christian Rap Artist and Son of a Preacher ManI know some of you are thinking "Cynthia is interviewing what type of Rap Artist"?   Yes I'm interviewing a Christian Rap artist.  Many of you know that I'm not a church girl and I'm just not into Religions.  However, if you have seen enough of my posts, you'll know that I'm into people.  You'll know that I'm into young people especially.   Although I'm 45 years old, I feel brand new.  I feel like a kid again that has been born again into a brand new virtual world with a bunch of cool people.  One of those cool people is Jeremy.  I met Jeremy at a Meet & Greet at a Coffee House this past October.  I felt his spirit immediately. After friending Jeremy on facebook, I began to see the nature of his posts.  In my opinion, he is more spiritual than religious.  Plus, he was working on some cool projects, writing music and creating music videos about his faith.  Hey, I'm not a Church Girl by any means, but I  was not going to let that blind me from seeing this Dude's light! Let's have a conversation with Jeremy about being a Christian Rap artist and the Son of a Preacher Man. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoChristian Rap,Son of a Preacher Man,Gospel Musik,LaymanI know some of you are thinking "Cynthia is interviewing what type of Rap Artist"?   Yes I'm interviewing a Christian Rap artist.  Many of you know that I'm nothttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/18/money-matters-monday-with-carletta-i-have-insurance-on-my-jobSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/18/money-matters-monday-with-carletta-i-have-insurance-on-my-job/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/18/money-matters-monday-with-carletta-i-have-insurance-on-my-jobTue, 18 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTMoney Matters Monday with Carletta: "I Have Insurance on My Job"I have been learning so much from my Monday night conversations with Carletta.  This process is helping me to stay on top of my priorities when it comes to money.  It's so easy to get caught up in everyday life and forget about your financial game plan. Which brings us to tonight's conversation "I Have Insurance on My Job".  It's so easy to switch jobs and forget to update your information.  So, Carletta thought this would be a good topic to discuss this Money Matters Monday.  And I agree, in fact, I have a guest caller that's going to spend about 5 minutes with us to talk about their experience with transitioning from a job and trying to take their job life insurance with them.  Interesting stuff. If you would like to contact me about any of the episodes in the Cynthia Clark Book Club Radio Show, you can reach me at 312-715-8834. If you would like to get in touch with Carletta, she can be reached at 312-545-0757 and make sure you let her know that you heard her on the Radio Show.  Because, we want to keep up with the show's impact on the community. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMoney Matters Monday,I Have Insurance on My Job,Free Financial Game Plans,InsuranceI have been learning so much from my Monday night conversations with Carletta.  This process is helping me to stay on top of my priorities when it comes to monehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/14/cynt-book-club-reading-chapter-9-of-the-science-of-getting-richSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/14/cynt-book-club-reading-chapter-9-of-the-science-of-getting-rich/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/14/cynt-book-club-reading-chapter-9-of-the-science-of-getting-richFri, 14 Nov 2014 19:00:00 GMTCynt Book Club Reading: Chapter 9 of "The Science of Getting Rich"I feel like reading about Metaphysical Manifestations.  If you would like to join in, you can get a Free pdf of the book from my website at http://cynthiaclarkbookclub.com.  We are reading "The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles. Chapter 9 is entitled "How to Use the Will". Just click on the image of the book and it will load the pdf.  You can call in or just listen live on facebook through blogtalkradio.  Post comments if you like. Cynt ;-) 00:28:00Cynthia Battle Clarkno#Cynthia Clark Book Club,Book Club,Metaphysics,Mental Science,Learning to Consciously ManisfestI feel like reading about Metaphysical Manifestations.  If you would like to join in, you can get a Free pdf of the book from my website at http://cynthiaclarkbhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/13/chicago-real-estate-investor-greg-conner-tells-us-how-he-got-startedSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/13/chicago-real-estate-investor-greg-conner-tells-us-how-he-got-started/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/13/chicago-real-estate-investor-greg-conner-tells-us-how-he-got-startedThu, 13 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTChicago Real Estate Investor Greg Conner Tells Us How He Got StartedI love to see people work on their property.  The befores and afters are fascinating to me.  So, it was no surprise that Greg's posts caught my eye.  Greg was working on a new project and he was posting the befores, the afters and the in betweens so his facebook friends could see. I was impressed, in fact I have some of those photos in the slideshow of this talk radio epidsode.  You can see how his joint looked when he got it and then he took us on a rehabbing journey.  Not only that, the decorating was so appealing that I had to ask Greg who did it.  Come to find out, he did it himself.  Just look at those photos. Anyway as I noticed the content of some of Gregs subsequents post, I realized that this Dude has multiple properties. He's a freakin' real estate investor with tenants and all.  Well, you know me, I wanted to know more, so I asked Greg if he would let me bend his ear on a radio episode and he said yes!  So let's find out how he got started and some of the Ups & Downs of Real Estate Investing. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoChicago Real Estate,Real Estate Investor,Getting Started in Real EstateI love to see people work on their property.  The befores and afters are fascinating to me.  So, it was no surprise that Greg's posts caught my eye.  Greg was whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/11/money-matters-monday-wcarletta-2-no-money-when-relative-diesSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/11/money-matters-monday-wcarletta-2-no-money-when-relative-dies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/11/money-matters-monday-wcarletta-2-no-money-when-relative-diesTue, 11 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTMoney Matters Monday w/Carletta #2 "No Money When Relative Dies"I read an article recently that talked about things you could do if a relative dies and there's no money for the funeral.  I decided to have a conversation with Carletta regarding this matter and guess what?  I learned some new stuff. If you follow me on facebook, you know I call myself among other things, "A Student For Life".  There's so much I don't know.  Carletta is a Financial Services Professional with 25 years experience and she shared a couple of personal stories with me about this matter that blew my mind. Listen in as I have an everyday conversation with Carletta about things people do when a relative dies and they don't have the money to pay for the funeral. If you would like to contact Carletta she can be reached at 312-545-0757. If you would like to contact me, Cynthia, I can be reached at 312-715-8834. 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMoney Matters,Personal Finance,No Money for Funeral,Free Financial Game Plans,Careers in Financial ServicesI read an article recently that talked about things you could do if a relative dies and there's no money for the funeral.  I decided to have a conversation withhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/06/warren-candace-edwards-up-coming-power-couple-madison-monroe-publishingSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/06/warren-candace-edwards-up-coming-power-couple-madison-monroe-publishing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/06/warren-candace-edwards-up-coming-power-couple-madison-monroe-publishingThu, 06 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTWarren & Candace Edwards Up & Coming Power Couple: Madison & Monroe PublishingLet me introduce you to one of my favorite couples, Warren & Candace Edwards.  I met these two around 2006 before they tied the knot.  What a great couple with great energy and they just happen to be my partners in book publishing. They are the owners of Madison & Monroe Publishing Co. based in the Chicagoland area.  Candace is an author of two children's books.  One is entitled "I love my hair" and the other "I love my skin".  I've been wanting to interview these two for awhile, but they have been so busy with their projects and their two adorable little girls who's names happen to be Madison & Monroe. Not only that, they have a 501c3 non-profit organization called Legacy Builder Foundation that keeps them on their toes as well.  Anyway, I finally tracked them down to talk about their publishing company, non-profit organization, plus their vision for the future and I am Geeked to say the least!!! Click here to purchase a book by Candace Edwards https://squareup.com/market/madison-and-monroe-publish/i-love-my-hair 00:29:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoPower Couple,Book Publishing,Author,Non-ProfitLet me introduce you to one of my favorite couples, Warren & Candace Edwards.  I met these two around 2006 before they tied the knot.  What a great couple withhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/04/money-matters-monday-with-carlettaSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/04/money-matters-monday-with-carletta/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/11/04/money-matters-monday-with-carlettaTue, 04 Nov 2014 04:00:00 GMTMoney Matters Monday with Carletta!I was so financially unprepared when I set out into the world after college. I had a good job, but I had very little knowlege about money managment and personal finance. Needless to say, It set me back in life. After moving to St. Louis with my job, I came across an organization that taught personal finance and the folks I met there were like family.  That was years ago, but through fate, I re-connected with one of those Financial Angels right here in Chicago. You know those people that you learn a lot from just by having an everyday conversation?  Well, that's Carletta.  She drops nuggets of knowledge from her life experience and her experience as being a Financial Services Professional for the last 25 years. Let's have an everyday convo with Carletta this Money Matters Monday and see what we find out.  Sometimes you just need to talk about things, you know? 00:31:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoMoney Matters,Free Financial Gameplans,Saving,Personal Finance,InsuranceI was so financially unprepared when I set out into the world after college. I had a good job, but I had very little knowlege about money managment and personalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/30/cynt-interviews-brandon-young-music-artist-chicago-southsider-finding-his-waySelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/30/cynt-interviews-brandon-young-music-artist-chicago-southsider-finding-his-way/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/30/cynt-interviews-brandon-young-music-artist-chicago-southsider-finding-his-wayThu, 30 Oct 2014 03:00:00 GMTCynt Interviews Brandon, Young Music Artist: Chicago Southsider Finding His WayI'm noticing an overwelming desire to help Young Adults in the Black community find their way.  I'm noticing this within myself and among my peers.  On the flip side, I perceive a generation gap or two that makes the effort a little tentative. I mean look, I'm 45 years old and to be honest with you, sometimes I don't know what to say to some of these younger folks. But, I guess my destire to make a difference, outweighs my perceived disconnect, because I have found myself in the company of a bunch of young folks that agewise, could be my children ;-) Join me Wednesday October 29th at 10:00 pm Central Time as I interview 24 year old Brandon who has allowed me to peak into his life to better understand some of the things he and his generation are going through.  Brandon is going to talk to us about his journey to University which turned out not to be for him. He's going to talk about coming back home and being depressed.  With a lowered vibration he tells us how he almost got caught up in the drug life.  But, the memory of his industrious Dad taking him to work at the Alsip Swap-O-Rama turned Brandon into an Online EBAY businessman instead of a tragic Statistic. 00:34:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoChicago Youth,Music Artist,EBAY,Generation GapI'm noticing an overwelming desire to help Young Adults in the Black community find their way.  I'm noticing this within myself and among my peers.  On the fliphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/23/dabney-buchanan-chicago-orphan-to-freedom-fighter-wouldnt-you-like-to-know-2Self Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/23/dabney-buchanan-chicago-orphan-to-freedom-fighter-wouldnt-you-like-to-know-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/23/dabney-buchanan-chicago-orphan-to-freedom-fighter-wouldnt-you-like-to-know-2Thu, 23 Oct 2014 03:00:00 GMTDabney Buchanan "Chicago Orphan to Freedom Fighter" Wouldn't You Like to Know #2THIS IS PART TWO OF MY DISCUSSION WITH DB!!! Part One was about his childhood, now we're getting into Black Studies in this second episode. I met Dabney at a Meet & Greet in September 2014 at a coffee house.  Plus we had previously exchanged some comments back and forth in a facebook group we're both a part of. He brought all types of books to the meet & greet to share with us.  Dabney is passionate about Black Studies!!!  And I could tell he sincerely cared about the people in our group, most of which are a lot younger than he and I. Well, as time went on, I noticed that Dabney was very opinionated about certain subjects.  In fact some of his comments on some of my posts and the posts in the group, would challenge the belief systems of others.  Look, Dabney is that Dude that will post a comment that makes you say in your head "This Mutha Fucka".  Lol!!!  Real talk. As I continued to pay attention to the content of his posts, I realized that there was an interesting story/history that cultivated his fervor for his viewpoint.  And you know me.  I decided to find out why.  So I decided to interview Dabney to find out how he became an orphan at 3 years old and grew into the Freedom Fighter/Teacher that he is today. 00:32:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoFreedom Fighter,Orphan,Black Studies,TeacherTHIS IS PART TWO OF MY DISCUSSION WITH DB!!! Part One was about his childhood, now we're getting into Black Studies in this second episode. I met Dabney at ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/16/dabney-buchanan-chicago-orphan-to-freedom-fighter-wouldnt-you-like-to-know-1Self Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/16/dabney-buchanan-chicago-orphan-to-freedom-fighter-wouldnt-you-like-to-know-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/16/dabney-buchanan-chicago-orphan-to-freedom-fighter-wouldnt-you-like-to-know-1Thu, 16 Oct 2014 03:00:00 GMTDabney Buchanan "Chicago Orphan to Freedom Fighter" Wouldn't You Like to Know #1I met Dabney at a Meet & Greet in September 2014 at a coffee house.  Plus we had previously exchanged some comments back and forth in a facebook group we're both a part of. He brought all types of books to the meet & greet to share with us.  Dabney is passionate about Black Studies!!!  And I could tell he sincerely cared about the people in our group, most of which are a lot younger than he and I. Well, as time went on, I noticed that Dabney was very opinionated about certain subjects.  In fact some of his comments on some of my posts and the posts in the group, would challenge the belief systems of others.  Look, Dabney is that Dude that will post a comment that makes you say in your head "This Muthua Fucka".  Lol!!!  Real talk. As I continued to pay attention to the content of his posts, I realized that there was an interesting story/history that cultivated his fervor for his viewpoint.  And you know me.  I decided to find out why.  So I decided to interview Dabney to find out how he became an orphan at 3 years old and grew into the Freedom Fighter/Teacher that he is today. 00:32:00Cynthia Battle Clarknofreedom fighter,orphan,black studies,teacherI met Dabney at a Meet & Greet in September 2014 at a coffee house.  Plus we had previously exchanged some comments back and forth in a facebook group we're bothttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/09/cynt-interviews-kel-jvme-oct-8th--18-yr-old-poetrapper-out-of-chicagoSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/09/cynt-interviews-kel-jvme-oct-8th--18-yr-old-poetrapper-out-of-chicago/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/cynthiaclarkbookclub/2014/10/09/cynt-interviews-kel-jvme-oct-8th--18-yr-old-poetrapper-out-of-chicagoThu, 09 Oct 2014 03:00:00 GMTCynt Interviews Kel JVME$ Oct 8th. 18 yr old Poet/Rapper out of Chicago!!!Kel is an 18 year old Poet/Rapper out of Chicago.  When I first met him at a Meet & Greet on Saturday Sept. 5th 2014, I wondered what his story was.  He was one of those guys that seemed rather aloof at first, but when he opened his mouth, you realized he had an opinion. His own point of view. I wanted to know more.  I listened to him talk about conscious poetry and learned that he just dropped an album on itunes.  Then I saw him in the background of a Christrian Rapper's music video.  Then, I saw he had completed his own music video. And next, he was collaborating with a female rapper in her music video. Kel is a connector and a doer...  Yep! Not only that, he has a story.  He grew up on the South Side of Chicago and fell into drugs and gangs, but was able to get out alive.  He represents that demographic that I so want to understand more fully.  So grateful that he is willing to talk to me and let me ask him some questions that's been on my mind about the plight of many young black men on the South Side of Chicago. Join me Wednesday October 8th, 2014. 00:30:00Cynthia Battle ClarknoPoet,Counsciousness,ChicagoYouth,Rapper,SurvivingChiraqKel is an 18 year old Poet/Rapper out of Chicago.  When I first met him at a Meet & Greet on Saturday Sept. 5th 2014, I wondered what his story was.  He was one