Confidence Restored

25: Keith Kelley, Retired Financial Analyst and CPA shares his perspective on why black net worth is significantly less than white net worth and what we can do to close the gap

Tonight is a special presentation in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as well as Dr. King's legacy and fight for equality and human rights.
Keith Kelley, Retired Financial Analyst and Certified Public Accountant shares his perspective on why black net worth is significantly less than white net worth. Some estimates reflect that average black net worth is about $35,000 while white net worth is approximately $150,000.  As a part of that exploration, he discusses why the disparity exist, some basic financial terms and instruments to build net worth to close the gap.  
Uncle Keith as he is affectionately known to me helped me save to purchase my first home at 25 so this is information that I know you will find valuable and insightful.
Disclaimer: This presentation is informational in nature only and is not meant to provide financial advice.
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24: How CEO and Indigoz Shoe Designer Toi Kyles is Changing the Shoe Industry One Step at a Time While Inspiring Lives & Crushing Goals

On this episode of the CC: America Podcast host Tomeria Jordan interviews Toi Kyles (Cheri), CEO and Designer of Indigoz Shoes. Indigoz was established in 2014. CEO and Designer Toi Kyles wanted to bring something fresh to the Shoe Industry, combining Style and Maximum Comfort. Toi studied Fashion Merchandising at Marymount University, she did an internship under Carl Brown part owner of FUBU, and worked in the Retail Industry as a Visual Merchandiser and Manager. With her knowledge and experience she brings to you Indigoz Shoes, a feel-good company that sells Stylish Shoes and promotes Healthy Footcare for men and women.
Indigoz has a lot of great things on the horizon including the release of their Spring line in April 2021 and an upcoming showcase in New York Fashion Week on September 12, 2021. 
In addition to providing style and comfort to Indigoz clients, Toi and her team believes in giving back and has established a non-profit,  Stepping Out on Faith Foundation. The foundation works to empower those in need as well as the youth through assistance in fine arts & Fashion. Annually, they host a toy and shoe drive to support the women and children at "My Sisters House" an overnight shelter for both single women and women with children experiencing homelessness in Atlanta.
Shop today at www.indigoz.store ! Currently, Indigoz is having a 25% off sale so head on over to their website to save on comfortable, stylish shoes. 
Connect with Toi Today!
IG: @toicherishoedesigner,  @indigozstore and @steppingoutonfaithfoundation
Facebook: Indigoz Ltd. and Toi Cheri
Podcast Sponsor
Today's show was sponsored by Confident Connotations,  confidentconnotations.com. Providing Christian apparel that promotes confidence, inspires life and sparks conversation.
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23: Dear 2020 You Taught Me Some Things About Life, Love and Myself

Whew, 2020, what a whirlwind!!! A global pandemic; deaths of notable public figures as well as within our family and amongst our friendship circles; black lives matter protests and growing awareness and actions being taken about the disparities that exist for people of color; the election of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, the first black woman and the first Asian woman to hold the title of Vice President in the United States. These are only a handful of the things that happened this year but when you put it in perspective you'll notice that 2020 was rough to say the least but there were also many blessings. One thing that happened for me is growth. I learned several lessons about life, love and myself in general that I hope inspires others to take inventory of where they are, what they've learned in 2020 and what they will do differently going forward.  
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22: How Charmin Anderson Woke Up From a Coma and is Using Her Business As Therapy and Her Testimony to Inspire Others to Never Stop Fighting for Themselves

On the latest episode of The CC: America Podcast host Tomeria Jordan interviewed Charmin Anderson. Charmin is an award winning Inspirational Speaker, Certified Coach, Entrepreneur, and Amazon Best Selling Author. Her writings are the subject of some of the most disturbing events that took place during an extremely abusive and tortured relationship. With everything she has to overcome in her life, she still stands tall and reaches back into her community to activate the next conqueror.
Charmin is best known for appeal to a wide variety of audiences by delivering serious results -with driven information with her professionally honed humor.  Her entertaining personality, engaging delivery style combined with in-depth motivation, and an innovative approach makes her a favorite with clients. She uses her life circumstances and experiences that will have you laughing and crying at the same time to provide measurable and proven techniques on what VERBING people do differently.
Charmin is a Cancer, Stroke, and Domestic Violence, and Coma Overcomer who has dedicated her life to helping others discover their inner strength during life’s most difficult journeys.  A driving force is Charmin’s life has been the unshakeable belief that we are our greatest assets, therefore we are valuable and worthy to be fought for. With this belief, she teaches individuals how to turn their circumstances into their superpower by giving them strategic steps to overcome self-limiting thoughts of fear and doubt to help them live their “Best Life." 
During this episode Charmin shares how her 2-hour surgery resulted in her being in a coma for approximately 2 weeks. She had to practically start fresh and relearn everything including people, memories and important details about her past. She said "once I stopped feeling sorry...I had to stop saying why me! God knew I was his top dog, his fire, his warrior. Whatever comes my way I will continue to give it my all" She reminds us that you can never give up on yourself. Charmin hasn't given up on herself and started creating candles and soaps as part of her therapy as well as to keep seizures at bay. Being in a coma unleased a creative side that she didn't know she had. Her candle and soap designs are simply amazing, from drink candles that will have you thinking you are pool side in Miami Beach to food candles that will have you craving for more. Definitely visit her business pages on Facebook (Fighting 4 Me Essentials) and IG (@_fighting4meessentials). She also has a contest that she announced in which she'll be giving away a Christmas Breakfast candle (pancakes, bacon and eggs) to followers on IG that first follow her business page and tag 3 people. 
It's clear that Charmin is a warrior queen who will never stop fighting for Charmin and is definitely encouraging and inspiring others to do the same. Her transparency, faith, drive and passion is evident and it's clear that she is a miracle walking with a testimony that MUST be shared. Charmin is a Very Important Person (VIP) and she encourages our listeners to remember that they are too. 
Follow Charmin!
IG: @_fighting4meessentials
Facebook: Fighting 4 Me Essentials
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21: Community Forum - Christmas Blues, We Got You! Staying Positive Throughout the Holiday Season

In this episode of the CC: America Podcast host, Tomeria Jordan, and guests get real about the holidays. We recognize that it's not always a happy time for everyone so we share what we do to get through. With Covid-19 keeping us in quarantine it's important to find ways to connect with others and keep your spirits high. 
Seasonal affective disorder impacts some people in climates where there is less sunlight during certain times of the year. Symptoms vary by person but can include social withdrawal,  fatigue, depression, etc. This discussion is not meant to replace the care of psychologists, medical doctors, counselors or other healthcare professionals. It's just a real conversation with real people who want to see others get free. 
Guests (in alphabetical order)
Amber I.- Friend and Host of the AI: Decodes Podcast https://www.aidecodes.com/
Michelle R.- Wife, Mother & Auntie 
Quindal M. - Wife, Mother, Nurse & Cousin 
Tammy G. - Host of The Butterfly Evolution Radio Show https://www.blogtalkradio.com/butterflyevolution and CEO of Bluff City Leadership https://bluffcityleadership.com/
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20: KimaniAmor, She’s a Goal Getter!

Tune in to hear how KimaniAmor makes crushing her goals look easy. What's her secret sauce? How does she do it all?
 
KimaniAmor creates in a wave pool of hip-hop while emotionally chilling with the greatest girl groups of all time. Her sound is rhythmic, upbeat, and sensual. She is releasing her Debut Album, KODE in January 2021. KimaniAmor is a writer of songs, books, & films. Her first Novel, Unsaid will be available soon. KimaniAmor works closely with creativity and movement to improve wellness in the areas of Autism and Alzheimer's. She passionately works in her community with creative and intellectual leaders through thought-provoking projects, performances, and youth advocacy.
 
Connect with KimaniAmor
Website: www.kimaniamor.com
IG & Twitter: @LoveMoreKi
Facebook: Shima Latrice and KimaniAmor
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19: Season 1 Recap - How I Got Over

Season 1 of the CC: America Podcast was titled "How I Got Over." I decided to wrap up season 1 in the 9th month after launching because it's symbolic of the catalyst for me to start this show, a month long miscarriage. CC: America has been a dream of mine since August 2010 but after a series of fits and starts I finally mustered up the courage to proceed and not let anything stand in the way. Eighteen episodes later we are heading into season 2 with the first episode airing on Sunday, December 13th with special guest, KimaniAmor.
Listen to this recap to get a high level overview of each episode in season 1 so you can get caught up on how the CC: America Podcast is helping you get mentally FIT. It's the FAITH, INSPIRATION & TRANSFORMATION for me! 
S2 EP 1: KimaniAmor, She's a Goal Getter!
Tune in to hear how KimaniAmor makes crushing her goals look easy. What's her secret sauce? How does she do it all? This is a show that you don't want to miss.Connect with KimaniAmor
Website: www.kimaniamor.com
IG & Twitter: @LoveMoreKi
Facebook: Shima Latrice and KimaniAmor
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New episodes are added every other week. On occasion a new show will be added weekly.  
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Season 1 guest bios are included in their respective episodes. 
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18: You down with F.I.T, yeah you know me!

You down with F.I.T, yeah you know me! Cues beat, just kidding. But really, we are talking about Faith, Inspiration and Transformation. As we approach the end of 2020 it’s important to reflect and identify where we’ve won and where we need to exercise our muscles of faith, inspiration and transformation.
 
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17: Post It! Double Standards

Yes, you read it correctly we are talking about Double Standards. Given the state of the US economy, the recent election, the global pandemic, amongst everyday life 2020 has been A LOT. Join Tomeria Jordan for a candid yet timely conversation on double standards and how each of us can make a difference. After all, double standards do NOT diminish the value of the truth. Now that's 100!
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16: Our Minds Are A Terrible Thing to Waste

When is the last time you've taken inventory of what you've been thinking about? Join host Tomeria Jordan as she gives you some practical tips on how to challenge negative thinking and find freedom during such uncertain times. Her FAITH acronym is sure to make you think. This topic is so timely especially given the US Election and the feelings that have come along with it in addition to everything else that is happening globally.
 
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Links Mentioned
Steven Furtick "Jump to a New Conclusion"
In his sermon he teaches on how to jump to the RIGHT conclusions instead of settling for the wrong ones.
https://elevationchurch.org/sermons/jump-to-a-new-conclusion/
 
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