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All Rights Reserved.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 23:45:00 GMTMon, 29 Jul 2013 20:30:00 GMTLifestyleBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/2d8115a4-6d1b-41a0-8fc2-1c2ea9e12a9b_rizen_media_logo.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradioRiZen Radio creates a positive impact and build community through teaching, speaking, life coaching and creating interactive media to connect and inspire.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comlifestyle,african american,minority,women,inspiration,motivation,current events,encouragement,health,marriageRiZenRadionoRiZen Radio creates a positive impact and build community through teaching, speaking, life coaching and creating interactive media to connect and inspire.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/29/adventures-in-gratitudeLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/29/adventures-in-gratitude/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/29/adventures-in-gratitudeMon, 29 Jul 2013 20:30:00 GMTAdventures in GratitudeToday's episode we talk a little bit about gratitude, why its important, how to exercise it and the world of difference it will make in your life.00:14:00RiZenRadionoInspirational,Motivational,Gratitude,Thanks,AppreciationToday's episode we talk a little bit about gratitude, why its important, how to exercise it and the world of difference it will make in your life.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/26/you-my-friend-are-toxicLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/26/you-my-friend-are-toxic/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/26/you-my-friend-are-toxicFri, 26 Jul 2013 20:00:00 GMTYou My Friend Are ToxicA continuation of yesterday's podcast about the power of choices and choosing happiness. In order to choose happiness you have to let go of toxic people, places, and habits. 00:09:00RiZenRadionoHappiness,Relationships,Friends,Life,BalanceA continuation of yesterday's podcast about the power of choices and choosing happiness. In order to choose happiness you have to let go of toxic people, placeshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/25/the-power-of-choicesLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/25/the-power-of-choices/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/07/25/the-power-of-choicesThu, 25 Jul 2013 18:30:00 GMTThe Power of ChoicesAn Impromptu podcast about choices, happiness, and love.00:15:00RiZenRadionoChoices,Happiness,Love,Reality,LifeAn Impromptu podcast about choices, happiness, and love.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/17/modern-familiesFamilyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/17/modern-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/17/modern-familiesWed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTModern Families Following on the success of last weeks show on modern motherhood, we have expanded the discussion to modern families and how to find peace when you are in conflict with one or more members of your family. This will be an honest, unflinching discussion about family, love, and peace in the face of misunderstandings. ~//~//~ If you haven't listened to last weeks show on modern motherhood make sure you do so. Also don't forget to vote for the Summer RiZen Radio Book Club Selection http://poll.fm/46xc1 Don't forget to listen to our latest audio boo promo for tonights show for my prayers for The Boston Tragedy and information on our current book club selection and latest blog can be found here: http://audioboo.fm/boos/1334054-4-16-13-rizen-radio 00:55:00RiZenRadionoFamily,Parents,Spouses,Peace,SiblingsFollowing on the success of last weeks show on modern motherhood, we have expanded the discussion to modern families and how to find peace when you are in confhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/10/modern-perspectives-on-motherhoodMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/10/modern-perspectives-on-motherhood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/10/modern-perspectives-on-motherhoodWed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMTModern Perspectives on MotherhoodTonight we discuss modern motherhood and how it has been effected by women increasingly putting career before starting families or electing not to start families at all. In an age where facebook pregnancy announcement abound and some women push back against the pressure to procreate while still others find that after career and love, something in the baby carriage doesn't come quite as easy. Join us tonight for this HOT topic. 01:00:00RiZenRadionoMotherhood,Parenting,Children,Career,FertilityTonight we discuss modern motherhood and how it has been effected by women increasingly putting career before starting families or electing not to start familiehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/03/how-pharmaceutical-companies-and-insurance-block-your-healthCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/03/how-pharmaceutical-companies-and-insurance-block-your-health/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/04/03/how-pharmaceutical-companies-and-insurance-block-your-healthWed, 03 Apr 2013 00:30:00 GMTHow Pharmaceutical Companies and Insurance Block Your HealthTonight we discuss how lack of access to medicine is negatively effecting our collective quality of life and how the economy deepens this multi layered problem.00:38:00RiZenRadionoMedicine,Insurance,Pharmaceutical,HealthCare,HealthTonight we discuss how lack of access to medicine is negatively effecting our collective quality of life and how the economy deepens this multi layered problem.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/03/27/stepping-back-to-step-over-stumbling-blocksLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/03/27/stepping-back-to-step-over-stumbling-blocks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/03/27/stepping-back-to-step-over-stumbling-blocksWed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTStepping Back to Step Over Stumbling BlocksRiZen Radio is BACK! On our newest episode we talk about the how and why's of taking time away to plan next steps in your life. No matter if you have had to step away from career, relationship, or something else. You don't want to miss this inspirational hour that will teach you how to get back on track and encourage you to start TODAY!00:58:00RiZenRadionoEncouragement,Advice,Life Balance,Obstacles,ChangeRiZen Radio is BACK! On our newest episode we talk about the how and why's of taking time away to plan next steps in your life. No matter if you have had to stehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/27/consent-thoughts-on-rape-cultureWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/27/consent-thoughts-on-rape-culture/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/27/consent-thoughts-on-rape-cultureWed, 27 Feb 2013 01:00:00 GMTCONSENT: Thoughts on Culture and taking AdvantageWe discuss all things consent through a lense of recent trending topics and events.00:50:00RiZenRadionoFeminism,Women,Race,Sexuality,ConsentWe discuss all things consent through a lense of recent trending topics and events.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/20/where-lil-wayne-meets-race-and-gender-in-americaPop Culturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/20/where-lil-wayne-meets-race-and-gender-in-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/20/where-lil-wayne-meets-race-and-gender-in-americaWed, 20 Feb 2013 01:00:00 GMTWhere Lil Wayne meets Race and Gender in America Rapper Lil Wayne's recent disrespectful verse concerning Emmitt Till reopens the conversation about the intersections of gender, race, and violent cultural portrayals. Join us as we discuss many recent examples of abusive and culturally insenitive media and what we should do about it.  01:03:00RiZenRadionoGender,Race,Misogyny,African American,Rap MusicRapper Lil Wayne's recent disrespectful verse concerning Emmitt Till reopens the conversation about the intersections of gender, race, and violent cultural porhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/13/reality-bites-how-reality-tv-effects-our-social-awarenessTelevisionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/13/reality-bites-how-reality-tv-effects-our-social-awareness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/02/13/reality-bites-how-reality-tv-effects-our-social-awarenessWed, 13 Feb 2013 01:00:00 GMTReality Bites: How Reality TV effects our social awarenessFrom Real Housewives of Atlanta to the recently shelved "All my  baby momma's" that was set to feature little known rapper Shawty Lo. In the midst of these "reality" shows that minimize, sterotype, and create a tapistry of harmful social contructs. 01:04:00RiZenRadionoTelevision,Popular Culture,Reality TV,Media,socialFrom Real Housewives of Atlanta to the recently shelved "All my  baby momma's" that was set to feature little known rapper Shawty Lo. In the midst of these "reahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/30/roe-vs-wade-40-years-of-civil-rights-for-womenWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/30/roe-vs-wade-40-years-of-civil-rights-for-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/30/roe-vs-wade-40-years-of-civil-rights-for-womenWed, 30 Jan 2013 01:00:00 GMTRoe Vs. Wade: 40 Years of Civil Rights for WomenA conversation about what the 40th anniversary of Roe V. Wade means to women and girls in the United States, how feminism and womanism have effected this law, and what the current challenges to women's sexual and reproductive health are.00:58:00RiZenRadionoRoe V Wade,Abortion,Women,Civil Rights,FeminismA conversation about what the 40th anniversary of Roe V. Wade means to women and girls in the United States, how feminism and womanism have effected this law, ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/23/inauguration-civil-rights-and-other-news-intersections ]]> ]]>Newshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/23/inauguration-civil-rights-and-other-news-intersections/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/23/inauguration-civil-rights-and-other-news-intersectionsWed, 23 Jan 2013 01:00:00 GMTInauguration, Civil Rights and Other News Intersections ]]>Its been an unbelievably busy week for intersections of race, politics, and culture with the Inauguration of Present Barack Obama to a second term in office on Martin Luther King Day as well as all the surrounding news and some that is seemingly irrevevant including the 40th anniversary of Roe V. Wade. Join us tonight as we hash out what all this means to YOU> 00:54:00RiZenRadionoInauguration,Politics,News,African American,HistoryIts been an unbelievably busy week for intersections of race, politics, and culture with the Inauguration of Present Barack Obama to a second term in office onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/09/a-new-year-a-new-youLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/09/a-new-year-a-new-you/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2013/01/09/a-new-year-a-new-youWed, 09 Jan 2013 01:00:00 GMTA New Year A New You RiZen Radio comes back from Winter break with a check on on the holistic wellness of our friends, fans and family. We discuss resolutions and how you plan to make the most out of 2013!00:29:00RiZenRadionoNew Year,Inspiration,Wellness,Resolutions,MotivationRiZen Radio comes back from Winter break with a check on on the holistic wellness of our friends, fans and family. We discuss resolutions and how you plan to mahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/11/14/beauty-health-and-wellnessFashionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/11/14/beauty-health-and-wellness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/11/14/beauty-health-and-wellnessWed, 14 Nov 2012 01:00:00 GMTBeauty Health and WellnessIn our fast paced lives it is easy to lose track of our Health and Wellness. Our Health although easy to push to the backburner in the short term is the only thing we have in the longterm. On this episode we discuss exercise, general health tips, and new products that can help us devote more thought and care to our overall health and Wellness00:57:00RiZenRadionoHealth,Wellness,Beauty,Exercise,Self CareIn our fast paced lives it is easy to lose track of our Health and Wellness. Our Health although easy to push to the backburner in the short term is the only thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/11/07/special-presidential-election-coverageElectionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/11/07/special-presidential-election-coverage/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/11/07/special-presidential-election-coverageWed, 07 Nov 2012 01:00:00 GMTSpecial Presidential Election CoverageJoin us as we discuss the happenings from election day. Including predictions, and discussion of problems at the polls and voter supression.  01:27:00RiZenRadionoVoting,Election,Presidential,Politics,2012Join us as we discuss the happenings from election day. Including predictions, and discussion of problems at the polls and voter supression.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/31/power-of-pinkbreast-cancer-awarenessHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/31/power-of-pinkbreast-cancer-awareness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/31/power-of-pinkbreast-cancer-awarenessWed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMTPower of Pink:Breast Cancer Awareness In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month RiZen Radio discusses the effects of Breast Cancer on Women of Color and their families and support systems. Most specifically we will talk in deapth about topics such as "Triple Negative Breast Cancer" which effects Black and Latina women dispropotionately higher than other groups. More Information on that can be found at the following links: http://ww5.komen.org/Content.aspx?id=19327354168 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/06/breast-cancer-genetics-race-therapy-treatment_n_1574724.html Please join us for this moving and informative hour! For more information about Breast Cancer Awareness or to make a donation you can do so at link below to the National Breast Cancer Awareness Website. http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month 00:57:00RiZenRadionoAwareness,Breast Cancer,Cancer,Women,MinorityIn honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month RiZen Radio discusses the effects of Breast Cancer on Women of Color and their families and support systems. Most spehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/24/have-the-griots-gotten-their-voices-backNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/24/have-the-griots-gotten-their-voices-back/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/24/have-the-griots-gotten-their-voices-backWed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMTHave The Griots Gotten Their Voice(s) Back With so much "noise" in media, who is really talking and are we really listening? After the third and final Presidental debates last night we discuss whose influence has been most keenly seen and felt in political news coverage and what effect it has on us as voters and consumers of media. In our second segment we discuss the voices that are missing from the discussions on social issues in the news as we delve into recent news stories this week, and how if we are not outraged we are not paying attention. 00:56:00RiZenRadionoCurrent Events,Political,Election 2012,Social,MediaWith so much "noise" in media, who is really talking and are we really listening? After the third and final Presidental debates last night we discuss whose infhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/17/pre-debate-roundupLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/17/pre-debate-roundup/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/17/pre-debate-roundupWed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMTPre Debate Roundup! Join us on a special hour of RiZen Radio as we talk discuss what we want and need to hear from tonights Presidential debate in light of The first Presidential and Vice Presidential debates. We also discuss what role media is playing in this election, what can done better or differently on both sides of the isle, and in media. 00:50:00RiZenRadionoElection 2012,President,Obama,Debate,TaxesJoin us on a special hour of RiZen Radio as we talk discuss what we want and need to hear from tonights Presidential debate in light of The first Presidential ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/10/commitment-love-and-relationshipsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/10/commitment-love-and-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/10/commitment-love-and-relationshipsWed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMTCommitment, Love, and Relationships As we continue to talk about love and relationships, we delve into commitment including but not limited to marriage. Often it is said that people do not understand and value commitment the way they did "back in the day". Do you believe this to be true?  Among the headlines, magazine articles, and social media surrounding love and marriage do you think marriage is a construct that has lost meaning or do you think the media is attempting to downplay love and commitment in the age of "anything goes" Join us as we discuss tonight on RiZen Radio. 00:53:00RiZenRadionoLove,Commitment,Marriage,Relationships,UnionAs we continue to talk about love and relationships, we delve into commitment including but not limited to marriage. Often it is said that people do not undershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/03/blended-and-non-traditional-families-in-laws-and-out-lawsFamilyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/03/blended-and-non-traditional-families-in-laws-and-out-laws/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/10/03/blended-and-non-traditional-families-in-laws-and-out-lawsWed, 03 Oct 2012 00:30:00 GMTBlended and Non Traditional Families: In laws and Out laws Does your family defy the sterotypical husband, wife, and 2.5 children model? Do you share space,children, and a life with a former spouse or significant other despite you both moving on romantically. Perhaps you are an aunt,uncle, grandparent or friend raising children that are not biologically yours. Whatever the circumstance we want to talk about it in the first of a series of episodes that focus on family, relationships, love, and commitment.  00:54:00RiZenRadionoFamily,Children,Marriage,Divorce,RelationshipsDoes your family defy the sterotypical husband, wife, and 2.5 children model? Do you share space,children, and a life with a former spouse or significant otherhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/26/i-declare-speaking-positivity-into-your-lifeLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/26/i-declare-speaking-positivity-into-your-life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/26/i-declare-speaking-positivity-into-your-lifeWed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMTI DECLARE! Speaking Positivity into Your Life00:52:00RiZenRadionoDeclaration,Inspiration,Motivation,Joel Osteen,The SecretI DECLARE! Speaking Positivity into Your Lifehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/19/rizen-radio-quarterly-talent-showcaseMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/19/rizen-radio-quarterly-talent-showcase/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/19/rizen-radio-quarterly-talent-showcaseWed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMTRiZen Radio Quarterly Talent Showcase Calling All Musical and Spoken Word Talent! Now is your shine. Call in or send your MP3s to RiZenRadio@gmail.com 00:29:00RiZenRadionoTalent,Showcase,Poetry,Music,PerformanceCalling All Musical and Spoken Word Talent! Now is your shine. Call in or send your MP3s to RiZenRadio@gmail.comhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/12/simplify-your-lifeLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/12/simplify-your-life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/12/simplify-your-lifeWed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMTSimplify Your Life! An "unofficial" follow up to the Stress Relief Methods episode. We discuss how to simplify your life physically and emotionally and why it is important to do so.  00:52:00RiZenRadionoLife,Simplicity,Encouragement,Motivation,Time ManagementAn "unofficial" follow up to the Stress Relief Methods episode. We discuss how to simplify your life physically and emotionally and why it is important to do shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/05/schooling-yourself-on-stress-reliefLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/05/schooling-yourself-on-stress-relief/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/09/05/schooling-yourself-on-stress-reliefWed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMTSchooling Yourself On Stress Relief As Summer winds to a close and school starts, it is a stressful time of year for everyone both students, parents, and single people. On this episode we discuss stress relief tips and techniques as well as solutions based on positive thinking on self motivation. 00:53:00RiZenRadionoStress,School,Work,Motivation,Time ManagementAs Summer winds to a close and school starts, it is a stressful time of year for everyone both students, parents, and single people. On this episode we discusshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/29/woman-to-woman-a-summit-pt2Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/29/woman-to-woman-a-summit-pt2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/29/woman-to-woman-a-summit-pt2Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTWoman to Woman: A Summit pt2 On tonights show we discuss interpersonal issues that face black women in surviving relationships, caring for themselves (physically, emotionally, and mentally), caring for family, mates, and children and fighting against sterotypes facing them.  We also discuss how detremental pieces of pop culture I.E. certain reality television make this more difficult and more important.  00:55:00RiZenRadionoWoman,Minority,Gender,Class,SummitOn tonights show we discuss interpersonal issues that face black women in surviving relationships, caring for themselves (physically, emotionally, and mentallyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/22/woman-to-woman-a-summit-on-race-womanhood-and-survivalLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/22/woman-to-woman-a-summit-on-race-womanhood-and-survival/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/22/woman-to-woman-a-summit-on-race-womanhood-and-survivalWed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTWoman to Woman: A Summit on Race, Womanhood and Survival RiZen Radio's first Black Women's summit where we discuss the intersections of our race, gender, and surviving. 00:59:00RiZenRadionoWomen,Black,African American,Minority,SummitRiZen Radio's first Black Women's summit where we discuss the intersections of our race, gender, and surviving.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/08/the-color-of-fertility-black-women-birthing-and-babiesLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/08/the-color-of-fertility-black-women-birthing-and-babies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/08/the-color-of-fertility-black-women-birthing-and-babiesWed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe Color of Fertility: Black Women Birthing and Babies Black Woman their pregnancies, reproductive choices, habits, and patterns are always a hot button issue marred by myth, miseducation, prejudice and religion. In this hour we discuss the misconceptions and break open the little discussed fertility concerns, and uncertain climate surrounding birthing. This Episode will feature "The Known Donor" who will talk about being an egg donor for her sister. "The Known Donor is also the name of the blog outlining her experiences and can be found at http://theknowndonor.tumblr.com/about 01:01:00RiZenRadionoFertility,Reproduction,Black Women,Minority,BirthBlack Woman their pregnancies, reproductive choices, habits, and patterns are always a hot button issue marred by myth, miseducation, prejudice and religion. Ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/01/obamas-first-term-the-status-of-race-relationsElectionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/01/obamas-first-term-the-status-of-race-relations/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/08/01/obamas-first-term-the-status-of-race-relationsWed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTObama's First Term: The Status of Race Relations   As the end of President Obama's first term in Office approaches a holisitic look at Race Relations is needed. This topic has been in the news and in the blogesphere over the last few days. Tonight we explore race relations from differing view points, asking tough questions and offering meaningful things to consider and think about.  01:00:00RiZenRadionoElection 2012,Race,Minorities,African American,GlobalAs the end of President Obama's first term in Office approaches a holisitic look at Race Relations is needed. This topic has been in the news and in the blohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/25/state-of-extinction-black-boy-in-america-pt2Youthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/25/state-of-extinction-black-boy-in-america-pt2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/25/state-of-extinction-black-boy-in-america-pt2Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTState of Extinction: Black Boy in America pt2 The second in the series of episodes focused on the social and institutional issues surrounding black boys in America (specifically urban and metropolitian areas). Tonight we delve further into institutional paradymns and the effect that it has on us as marginalized communities, societies and a country at large.  00:59:00RiZenRadionoAfrican American,Urban,Social,Institutional,JusticeThe second in the series of episodes focused on the social and institutional issues surrounding black boys in America (specifically urban and metropolitian arehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/18/state-of-extinction-black-boy-in-america-pt-1Youthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/18/state-of-extinction-black-boy-in-america-pt-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/18/state-of-extinction-black-boy-in-america-pt-1Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTState of Extinction: Black Boy in America pt 1 There is an often touched up but rarely in depthly discussed topic. Our black boys are becoming victims of unspeakable violence both personal and institutional. In this first episode of the series we introduce many of the issues, conflicts, and current trends facing black boys in America. 01:00:00RiZenRadionoViolence,African American,Black,Men,BoysThere is an often touched up but rarely in depthly discussed topic. Our black boys are becoming victims of unspeakable violence both personal and institutionalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/11/frank-ocean-and-the-color-of-coming-outLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/11/frank-ocean-and-the-color-of-coming-out/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/11/frank-ocean-and-the-color-of-coming-outWed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTFrank Ocean and The Color of Coming Out With the recent coming out of R&B singer Frank Ocean and Reggae singer Diana King, compared to Anderson Cooper admitting that he is gay. We devote tonights show to the differing reactions of the black (and wider POC) community when someone announces that they are LGBT.  01:00:00RiZenRadionoLGBT,Coming Out,Minorities,Black,CelebritiesWith the recent coming out of R&B singer Frank Ocean and Reggae singer Diana King, compared to Anderson Cooper admitting that he is gay. We devote tonights shohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/04/food-inequality-the-prostitution-of-soul-foodFoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/04/food-inequality-the-prostitution-of-soul-food/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/07/04/food-inequality-the-prostitution-of-soul-foodWed, 04 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMTFood Inequality: The Prostitution of Soul Food The lack of access to healthy, sustainable, and fresh food in Urban and minority communities has caused an acceptance of poor eating habits and reliance upon food that is literally making us sick, in this hour we discuss the long term effects of food inequality on our collective health and community. Join us for this 2nd episode on Food Inequality.  01:01:00RiZenRadionoFood,Health,Urban,Civil Rights,MinorityThe lack of access to healthy, sustainable, and fresh food in Urban and minority communities has caused an acceptance of poor eating habits and reliance upon fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/29/test-episode--new-studio-locationLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/29/test-episode--new-studio-location/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/29/test-episode--new-studio-locationFri, 29 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMTTest Episode - New Studio Location Testing a new location. 00:04:00RiZenRadionoTest,Location,Studio,Sound,EnhancementTesting a new location.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/27/food-inequalitydying-in-urban-food-desertsFoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/27/food-inequalitydying-in-urban-food-deserts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/27/food-inequalitydying-in-urban-food-desertsWed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTFood Inequality:Dying in Urban Food Deserts Access to healthy food is an ongoing problem especially in Urban and minority areas. On this hour we start the first of a series of discussions about the state of food inequality as a social and civil rights issue.  01:00:00RiZenRadionoFood,Health,Urban Issues,Food Deserts,Civil RightsAccess to healthy food is an ongoing problem especially in Urban and minority areas. On this hour we start the first of a series of discussions about the statehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/13/single-black-femalethe-media-blitz-about-marriageWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/13/single-black-femalethe-media-blitz-about-marriage/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/13/single-black-femalethe-media-blitz-about-marriageWed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTSingle Black Female:The Media Blitz about Marriage Spurred by Tracy McMillians new book "So your STILL not married yet" based on her columns in the Huffington Post We will discuss the recent media blitz surrounding women, most specifically black women and the lack of marriages and the media pressure of black women and women of color to marry or be discredited as women.  01:00:00RiZenRadionoAfrican American,Women,Dating,Marriage,RelationshipsSpurred by Tracy McMillians new book "So your STILL not married yet" based on her columns in the Huffington Post We will discuss the recent media blitz surrounhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/06/inspiration-for-recent-graduatesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/06/inspiration-for-recent-graduates/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/06/06/inspiration-for-recent-graduatesWed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTInspiration for Recent Graduates With graduation season among us, it is imperitive that we give our recent graduates (high school, college and otherwise) our support, advice, and inspiration. In a changing and challenging global ecomony, it is neccessary that we encourage recent graduates to think outside of the box when it comes to careers, goals and entrepreneurship. Join us for this inspiring hour dedicated to recent graduates. 01:00:00RiZenRadionoEducation,Graduation,Inspiration,Students,MotivationWith graduation season among us, it is imperitive that we give our recent graduates (high school, college and otherwise) our support, advice, and inspiration.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/30/eating-healthy--eating-wellLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/30/eating-healthy--eating-well/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/30/eating-healthy--eating-wellWed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTEating Healthy - Eating Well As Summer gets underway and Cookouts abound, it is important to balance eating well and eating healhy. On this episode we explore how to do that. Including but not limited to how to spurge, how to snack, and the must have staples of your diet this summer and year 'round. Join us for this enlightening and educational hour.  01:00:00RiZenRadionoHealthy Eating,Diet,Summer,Dining,FoodAs Summer gets underway and Cookouts abound, it is important to balance eating well and eating healhy. On this episode we explore how to do that. Including buthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/23/same-sex-marriage-controversy-core-issues-and-why-we-careCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/23/same-sex-marriage-controversy-core-issues-and-why-we-care/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/23/same-sex-marriage-controversy-core-issues-and-why-we-careWed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTSame Sex Marriage: Controversy, Core Issues and Why we Care Same Sex Marriage has been a hot button issue for years but with the President recently coming out in favor of Same Sex Marriage as a response to North Carolina's Ban on Same Sex Marriage. On this episode we discuss the controversy, core issues and effects of Same Sex Marriage.  01:00:00RiZenRadionoMarriage,LGBTQ,Same Sex Marriage,Current Events,ControversySame Sex Marriage has been a hot button issue for years but with the President recently coming out in favor of Same Sex Marriage as a response to North Carolinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/16/blackwoman-a-conversation-on-race-and-genderWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/16/blackwoman-a-conversation-on-race-and-gender/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/16/blackwoman-a-conversation-on-race-and-genderWed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTBlack/Woman: A Conversation on Race and Gender We discuss the intersections of race and gender and the unique issues they present for black women and ALL women of color. Special attention will be given to current events both Domestically and Internationally that effect us.  01:26:00RiZenRadionoGender,Women,Race,Minority,Current EventsWe discuss the intersections of race and gender and the unique issues they present for black women and ALL women of color. Special attention will be given to chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/09/the-voices-and-the-votes-an-election-conversationCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/09/the-voices-and-the-votes-an-election-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/09/the-voices-and-the-votes-an-election-conversationWed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe Voices and The Votes: An Election Conversation We discuss the Upcoming 2012 Presidential Election through the lens of recent current, political, and socio economic events. 01:04:00RiZenRadionoElection,Vote,Minority,Obama,PresidentWe discuss the Upcoming 2012 Presidential Election through the lens of recent current, political, and socio economic events.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/02/in-the-beginning-was-the-wordPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/02/in-the-beginning-was-the-word/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/05/02/in-the-beginning-was-the-wordWed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTIn The Beginning was the WORD Our first episode devoted to poetry and spoken word. 00:57:00RiZenRadionoPoetry,Spoken Word,Arts,Music,EntertainmentOur first episode devoted to poetry and spoken word.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/04/25/weekly-inspirationencouragementLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/04/25/weekly-inspirationencouragement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/04/25/weekly-inspirationencouragementWed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMTWeekly Inspiration/Encouragement An Abrevited 30 minute show, that will focus on words of inspiration. Claiming your dreams and keeping focused.  00:27:00RiZenRadionoInspiration,Encouragement,Dreams,Vision,AdviceAn Abrevited 30 minute show, that will focus on words of inspiration. Claiming your dreams and keeping focused.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/04/18/solutions-encouragement-and-inspiration-for-a-generationYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/04/18/solutions-encouragement-and-inspiration-for-a-generation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/04/18/solutions-encouragement-and-inspiration-for-a-generationWed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMTSolutions, Encouragement and Inspiration for a Generation Current Events have shown us lately that while these are difficult times for everyone, young men and women of color are going through enormous struggles. The purpose of this hour is to talk about solutions and encouragement for these young people who so desperately need it.  00:57:00RiZenRadionoInspiration,Encouragement,Youth,Minorities,Current EventsCurrent Events have shown us lately that while these are difficult times for everyone, young men and women of color are going through enormous struggles. The phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/03/28/i-am-trayvon-martinCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/03/28/i-am-trayvon-martin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/rizenradio/2012/03/28/i-am-trayvon-martinWed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMTI AM Trayvon Martin Join RiZen Radio ( Part of RiZen Media) in its Inaugural episode as we discuss the case of Trayvon Martin. We look at how the Justice system failed both locally and nationally. We examine  the public outcry, the role of social media in keeping this case at the forefront and what this means for America, black and otherwise.  This will be an unforgettable hour featuring special guest host Isayaah Parker. 00:59:00RiZenRadionoTrayvon Martin,InJustice,Politics,Racism,NewsJoin RiZen Radio ( Part of RiZen Media) in its Inaugural episode as we discuss the case of Trayvon Martin. We look at how the Justice system failed both locall