http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joiProfiles and Interviews with extraordinary people in music, business, politics, entertainment, civic engagement, etc., who are pursuing/achieving success and pushing past obstacles, to affect positive change in society and culture. enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 16:30:00 GMTThu, 20 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMTEntertainmentBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/bf668949-bd5d-43a7-b872-b39569d7af2d_new_norma_cd_cover.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joiProfiles and Interviews with extraordinary people in music, business, politics, entertainment, civic engagement, etc., who are pursuing/achieving success and pushing past obstacles, to affect positive change in society and culture. feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comNella-Joi; Norma Stanley;business,music,disabilities,culture,women,parenting,diversity and inclusionNella-Jois NationnoSharing stories about extraordinary people from various walks of life, doing incredible things pushing past perceived limits to make positive societal impact. Tepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/09/20/taj-omari-discusses-childrens-mental-health-in-short-film-joyEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/09/20/taj-omari-discusses-childrens-mental-health-in-short-film-joy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/09/20/taj-omari-discusses-childrens-mental-health-in-short-film-joyThu, 20 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMTTaj Omari Discusses Children's Mental Health in Short Film, "Joy"Joining us on Nella-Joi Nation today is Taj Omari, a young Atlanta-based filmmaker, who has written and directed a short film addressing the issues surrounding childhood trauma, mental health and paths to recovery.   Her project "Joy" will premiere in Atlanta in late September with a special screening, including a discussion with panel of experts, on achieving post traumatic joy.  00:48:00Nella-Jois NationnoNorma Stanley,Nella-Joi,Taj Omari,Lost Kite Productions,Mental Health AwarenessChildhood trauma, mental health and paths to recovery explored via short film, Joy51cabdcd-f5a2-492b-a0df-0386c9bc2cea115fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/08/30/focus-georgia-helping-special-needs-families-with-support-activities-and-funEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/08/30/focus-georgia-helping-special-needs-families-with-support-activities-and-fun/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/08/30/focus-georgia-helping-special-needs-families-with-support-activities-and-funThu, 30 Aug 2018 20:30:00 GMTFOCUS GEORGIA HELPING SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILIES WITH SUPPORT, ACTIVITIES AND FUN!FOCUS + Fragile Kids of Georgia, helps ffamilies of children who are medically fragile or have significant developmental and/or physical disabilities. The organization provides comfort through hospital visits and support groups, and offers hope by sharing information and education, as well as providing fun activities for parents and kids. Today we speak with Keena McCurn, new program director for FOCUS and a long time FOCUS Mom, as well as to Christina Fishback and Charisma Freeman, who also became a FOCUS Moms . These moms will share their experiences with the organization and how it has helped their children and other families within the disability community, throughout metro-Atlanta.       00:37:00Nella-Jois NationnoFOCUS,FRAGILE KIDS,NELLA-JOI,DISABILITIES,FAMILIESOrganizations like FOCUS and Fragile Kids emphasize peer support and are helping families cope!9a85fd42-4a2c-4f32-9e17-8622096883eb114fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/07/12/chris-brand-talks-about-31-year-old-friends-of-disabled-adults-and-childrenEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/07/12/chris-brand-talks-about-31-year-old-friends-of-disabled-adults-and-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/07/12/chris-brand-talks-about-31-year-old-friends-of-disabled-adults-and-childrenThu, 12 Jul 2018 20:00:00 GMTChris Brand Talks About 31 Year-Old Friends of Disabled Adults and ChildrenToday on Nella-Joi Nation, we speak with Chris Brand, president and CEO of Atlanta-based Families of Disabled Adults and Children, also known as FODAC.  The long standing disabililty community support organization is over 30 years old andcontinues to  help people with injuries and disabilities of all ages across the nation, to regain their mobility, independence and quality of life. 00:36:00Nella-Jois NationnoFODAC Assisting Families of Children with Disabilities Nationwide57b1a2ba-5495-4649-8a09-0db343a2ffac113fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/06/28/libra-hicks-founder-of-our-childrens-storyEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/06/28/libra-hicks-founder-of-our-childrens-story/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/06/28/libra-hicks-founder-of-our-childrens-storyThu, 28 Jun 2018 20:00:00 GMTLibra Hicks, Founder of Our Children's StoryIn 2010, Libra founded “Our Children’s Story” in honor of her son Anthony Jr., born with cerebral palsy. Her organization assists families who care for love ones with disabilities, whether they're children or adults.  A very dedicated disability community advocate, Libra's love and passion for the special needs community is evident in everything she does. The mother of two sons born with challenges (one with cerebral palsy, the other with autisum), for the past decade, she has worked hard not only her sons, but the entire special needs community. A staunch supporter and advocate for all parents with families like hers, Libra's mission is to encourage, empower, uplift, inspire and assist others experiencing the same issues and challenges she has encountered in her journey.   01:00:00Nella-Jois NationnoLibra Hicks,Our Children's Story,Norma Stanley,Disabilities,Diversity and InclusionMother of Two Children with Disabilities Advocates for Othersc88cc024-3481-4b59-b639-2738d38ec663112fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/06/14/teen-author-and-model-mhorgan-stephens-shares-her-victory-over-itpEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/06/14/teen-author-and-model-mhorgan-stephens-shares-her-victory-over-itp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/06/14/teen-author-and-model-mhorgan-stephens-shares-her-victory-over-itpThu, 14 Jun 2018 20:00:00 GMTTeen Author and Model, Mhorgan Stephens Shares Her Victory Over ITPOn today's show we hear from Mhorgan Stephens, an 18 year-old self-published author studying business at Clark Atlanta University and founder of  the Mhorgan Stephens Foundation.  Mhorgan has lived with Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a blood disorder, since she was a young child and shares information about this unique condition and how her parental upbringing, determination and positive outlook on life, has helped her to help others struggling with life-threatening challenges.    00:45:00Nella-Jois NationnoAmazing Teenager Shares Her Struggles and Victory Over Rare ITP Medical Diagnosesaea094fa-b69c-4b55-b04e-6dc5230250a7111fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/05/31/cheryl-albright-of-soul-to-soul-yoga-for-individuals-and-special-childrenEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/05/31/cheryl-albright-of-soul-to-soul-yoga-for-individuals-and-special-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/05/31/cheryl-albright-of-soul-to-soul-yoga-for-individuals-and-special-childrenThu, 31 May 2018 20:00:00 GMTCheryl Albright of Soul to Soul Yoga For Individuals and Special ChildrenCheryl Albright, owner of a yoga facility in Sarasota, Fl., works to help people understand the benefits of yoga in maximizing their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Today we talk with her about how Soul to Soul Yoga is helping people with disabilities to maximize their potential, by making the healing and strenghthening art of yoga accessible to everyone. 00:43:00Nella-Jois NationnoYoga facility in Florida is helping people with all abilities balance their mental, physical and spiritual wellness59c3ebdc-f846-42c9-b2eb-85f98437a57a110fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/05/17/author-speaker-venessa-abram-shares-about-mental-illness-suicideEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/05/17/author-speaker-venessa-abram-shares-about-mental-illness-suicide/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/05/17/author-speaker-venessa-abram-shares-about-mental-illness-suicideThu, 17 May 2018 20:00:00 GMTAuthor, Speaker Venessa Abram Shares About Mental Illness, SuicideVenessa Abram, an Atlanta author and certified speaker and instructor for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and a junior board member for AFSP, is all too familiar with the trauma, pain and stigma surrounding mental illness, depression and suicide.  Her older brother, a decorated military veteran committed suicide nearly two years ago and she herself had attempted to end her life in years past.  Now as a survivor, Abram has made it her mission to help families heal and educate others about the realities of mental illness, depression and suicide prevention, through an upcoming national speaking tour. The Self Discovery: Pain, Positioning and Purpose Tour will be an educational, empowering and inspirational forum for individuals and families struggling with the causes and effects of mental illness, depression and suicide.    00:59:00Nella-Jois NationnoMental Illness,Self Discovery Pain Positioning Purpose Tour,Venessa Abram,Norma Stanley,Nella-JoiVenessa Abram Wants to Break Stigma About Mental Illness, Suicide with Multi-City Touraa466df2-2148-4b43-b734-fda5d4f8aa3019fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/29/nabmws-first-president-colonel-delores-hampton-shares-organizations-historyEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/29/nabmws-first-president-colonel-delores-hampton-shares-organizations-history/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/29/nabmws-first-president-colonel-delores-hampton-shares-organizations-historyThu, 29 Mar 2018 20:00:00 GMTNABMW'S FIRST PRESIDENT, COLONEL DELORES HAMPTON SHARES ORGANIZATION'S HISTORYIn recognition of Women's History Month, Nella-Joi Nation speaks to one of the first officers of the National Association of Black Military Women (NABMW). The NABMW are women of color who are veterans or current members of the United States Armed Forces,and has chapters throughout the country.  Retired Colonel Delores Hampton, served as the first president of NABMW and helped to grow the chapter into a one of the largest in the organization. A veteran with more than 25 years of stellar service in various facets of the military. As a result of her leadership in the military and in the organization, the NABMW have named a scholarship after her, which will be given at their upcoming bi-ennial conference in August. 00:31:00Nella-Jois NationnoNational Association of Black Military Women,2018 Bi-ennial Conference,black veteransWomen's History Month Pays Tribute to Little Known National Organization for Black Military Women63941da5-860d-45ce-af68-16595b776d8118fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/15/human-trafficking-survivor-tammy-kennedy-shares-her-ordealEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/15/human-trafficking-survivor-tammy-kennedy-shares-her-ordeal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/15/human-trafficking-survivor-tammy-kennedy-shares-her-ordealThu, 15 Mar 2018 20:00:00 GMTHuman Trafficking Survivor, Tammy Kennedy Shares Her OrdealIn 2016, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children estimated that 1 in 6 endangered runaways reported to them were likely sex trafficking victims. Globally, the International Labor Organization estimates that there are 4.5 million people trapped in forced sexual exploitation globally. Human trafficking is the fastest growing criminal activity in the United States and metro Atlanta is among the top cities. Atlanta-native, Tammy Kennedy, is an counselor, therapist and author of From "Rubble to Royalty."  A survivor of human trafficking, Tammy shares her story of recovery from severe abuse, including being trafficked for sexual purposes by her mentally-ill mother and what she's doing today to help others who've experienced similar challenges, on Nella-Joi Nation. 00:42:00Nella-Jois NationnoNorma Stanley,Nella-Joi Nation,Human Trafficking,Tammy Kennedy,From Rubble to RoyaltyTammy Kennedy survived horrendous abuse at the hands of people she loved and trusted. She shares her powerful story and what she's doing to day to help othersd3612dc6-2d90-4e7e-bc34-0ac882e088a317fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/07/dignity-memorial-launches-comfort-series-lunch-and-learns-in-metro-atlantaEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/07/dignity-memorial-launches-comfort-series-lunch-and-learns-in-metro-atlanta/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/07/dignity-memorial-launches-comfort-series-lunch-and-learns-in-metro-atlantaWed, 07 Mar 2018 22:00:00 GMTDignity Memorial Launches Comfort Series Lunch and Learns in Metro-AtlantaIn recognition of National Disabilities Awareness Month, Nella-Joi Nation will be sharing stories about people, programs and services designed to help families of children and adults with disabilities. On today's show, we will speak with Wanda Lewis, community relations advisor for all of metro-Atlanta for Dignity Memorial, North America’s largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. Not a pleasant topic, but the fact is that parents of children and adults with developmental disabilities have many concerns when it comes to caring for their loved ones, and planning for every aspect of their lives is a way of life for these families.  Those concerns also extend to what to do about end of life decisions.  Dignity Memorial is one company working to help make those decisions less worrisome, less painful and less costly, by helping to educate families and caregivers, through a series of lunch and learn forums, on why and how preplanning of final arrangements can bring peace of mind.   00:27:00Nella-Jois NationnoWanda Lewis,Norma Stanley,Nella-Joi Nation,Dignity Memorial,Dignity Memorial Comfort SeriesForums Designed to Educate, Relieve Stress, Bring Comfort to Families through Pre-planning of Final Arrangements100c79bb-aa31-42d6-9a65-19f5c3f06f8016fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/05/oneda-castillo-first-black-golf-instructor-for-lpgaEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/05/oneda-castillo-first-black-golf-instructor-for-lpga/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/03/05/oneda-castillo-first-black-golf-instructor-for-lpgaMon, 05 Mar 2018 22:00:00 GMTOneda Castillo, First Black Golf Instructor for LPGAAs Nella-Joi Nation begins the month of March, which is Women's History Month as well as National Disabilities Awareness Month, we will be speaking to people like Oneda Castillo, who is a Class A Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Teaching Professional and member of the African American Golfers Hall of Fame.  She joined the LPGA in 1997.  In 2003, she became the third African American women golfer to achieve Class A status as a LPGA Teaching and Club Professional (T&CP).  As of 2018 she is still one of just a few African American women golfers to become a LPGA Teaching Professional.   Recently, Oneda began instructing people with disabilities on how to play golf and she will be sharing some of that with us on the show!   00:58:00Nella-Jois NationnoNella-Joi Nation,Norma Stanley,Oneda Castillo,Onedagolf,disabilitiesserves as a Global Education Instructor for Celebrating women's history month, we'll be talking to women like Oneda Castillo, who are breaking barriers and overd1a0ca57-ee0b-4d41-85dc-f8813ec3eda915fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/27/transforming-women-entrepreneurs-celebrates-10-years-of-helping-women-succeedEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/27/transforming-women-entrepreneurs-celebrates-10-years-of-helping-women-succeed/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/27/transforming-women-entrepreneurs-celebrates-10-years-of-helping-women-succeedTue, 27 Feb 2018 21:00:00 GMTTransforming Women Entrepreneurs Celebrates 10 Years of Helping Women Succeed!  On this show, we're speaking with Nancy Lewis,  founder of Progressive Techniques, Inc., is a leading speaker, trainer, author and certified corporate coach, as well as co-founder of The TWE Series, which was established 10 years ago.  The Series was designed to educate and empower women entrepreneurs to succeed in business and this year’s theme is "Ascension: New Season and Next Level."  The TWE Series was designed to educate and empower women entrepreneurs to succeed in business by providing professional development and successful networking opportunities.     00:57:00Nella-Jois NationnoNancy Lewis,Progressive Techniques,Trainer,TWE Series,SpeakerTransforming Women Entrepreneurs Series Going Strong After 10 Years99dc0d96-5849-4e05-9269-b7651460863a14fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/27/university-for-parents-helps-struggling-parents-find-a-new-way-forwardEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/27/university-for-parents-helps-struggling-parents-find-a-new-way-forward/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/27/university-for-parents-helps-struggling-parents-find-a-new-way-forwardTue, 27 Feb 2018 18:00:00 GMTUniversity for Parents Helps Struggling Parents Find A New Way ForwardToday we will speak with Dr. Fiyah Oates an instructor of the Atlanta pilot program “A New Way Forward, ” a curriculum to help parent learners gain tools for success, established by Susan Taylor, formerly of Essence. The University for Parents is a transformative, community-wide and driven protocol that focuses on struggling adults. The program is being built for replication across the 58 U.S. cities where we have local CARES Affiliates, and is designed to extend academic and workforce support, as well as psychological support and direction to comprehensive wrap-around services.    01:00:00Nella-Jois NationnoNella-Joi Nation,Norma Stanley,University for Parents,Dr. Fiyah Oates,Dr. Jerome MaultsbyPilot Program Founded by Susan Taylor Helping Both Parents and Children44120999-f4e9-4625-9680-8af53a678e3d13fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/15/an-evening-of-fashion-and-elegance-to-feature-models-with-disabilitiesEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/15/an-evening-of-fashion-and-elegance-to-feature-models-with-disabilities/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nella-joi/2018/02/15/an-evening-of-fashion-and-elegance-to-feature-models-with-disabilitiesThu, 15 Feb 2018 21:00:00 GMTAn Evening of Fashion and Elegance to Feature Models with DisabilitiesA leading Atlanta fashion designer will be holding her annual fashion showcase extravaganza this month, designed to provide a unique platform for models with disabilities to shine on the runway. As a fashion design house, Fashion by D’Shacourt Studios has long been a trailblazer in the metro-Atlanta area, for incorporating models with special needs in its fashion shows.  An Evening of Fashion of Elegance was created by Sharon Gary-Dill, owner of Fashion by D’Shacourt Studios, to not only showcase the beauty, grace and elegance of typical models, but also those with disabilities. In addition, the event will also shed light and awareness about issues facing the disability community, such as accessibility, employment, overlooked abilities,  etc., as well as other societal issues of importance to her, such as human trafficking. This special first segment of Nella-Joi Nation, will feature interviews with members of the team behind this popular Atlanta event, as well as from some of the entertainers, designers, speakers, models, etc., participating in the fashion showcase.  01:57:00Nella-Jois NationnoNorma Stanley,Fashion by D'Shacourt Studios,Diversity and Inclusion,fashion,Nella-Joi NationAtlanta designer combines purpose and passion through her unique fashion productions28c0ed4c-6eba-485b-8cfd-72efa2ebec7c11full