Limelight Highlight

On this episode of the podcast we talk about Sweet Generation and all the work they're doing to help at risk youth in marginalized neighborhoods dealing with poverty. After that we are joined by Buddah who started Power Circle and is currently working on a docuseries about life in the hood and every thing that needs to be addressed. We also speak on multiple topics and what decisions brought him to where he is today. I hope you enjoy, be sure to check out the useful links provided and give the podcast a rating and review. Useful links: -https://www.sweetgeneration.org/rise-https://www.instagram.com/power_circle_mentors/-https://www.instagram.com/deezy4ever/-https://www.instagram.com/ithmovementpage/- impactthehoodseries.com-For more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Facebook: The Block Gives Back Instagram: @theblockgivesbackTwitter: @BlockGivesBackWebsite: www.TheBlockGivesBack.orgFor more questions on the podcast, how you can cont

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Josh who is the owner and founder of Black Attire clothing and Black Vibes record label. We discuss a plethora of topics on this podcast from his admiration of music to what his dreams are and the movements he is supporting through his clothing. This podcast was just a small sample of what life is like in Philadelphia growing up in the hood and intercity urban areas. Overall Josh is a genuine and thoughtful person and I had a great time discussing all of the topics we touched on. If you want to learn more about Josh and maybe support him by buying some of his amazing apparel or listening and watching his music videos check out the useful links listed below. Thanks for listening,Useful Links: - Blackattirelay.com- Blackvibeslabel.comInstagram: @jb215_Twitter: @jb215_ Instagram (Clothing) @blackattirelayInstagram (Music) @blackvibeslabel-For more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Faceboo

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Genesi from GTalk, a youtube channel where she shares her story and gives people a platform to share theirs. We dive into a ton of different topics on what made us want to become content creators. Check out the useful links provided below for more and the youtube channel that we did this discussion on as well. Thanks for listening. Useful links:- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMvtJopa0sFcNQEkbbzHBuQ- Instagram: @gtalkwithgenesi - email: G.talkwithgenesi@gmail.com-For more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Facebook: The Block Gives Back Instagram: @theblockgivesbackTwitter: @BlockGivesBackWebsite: www.TheBlockGivesBack.orgFor more questions on the podcast, how you can contribute, or how to reach me you can follow and contact me via:Email: LimelightHighlight@gmail.comInstagram: LimelighthighlightTwitter: @LL_HighlightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/limelighthighlight/And if there i

This week on the podcast we're joined by Chante Douglas and her son Levi. Chante is the author and creator of "The Adventures of Echo Boy and ABC Girl", along with other books. We dive into all her experiences raising a child with autism and what's worked and how she has learned to grow herself. The end of the show is a treat where we got an update on a case of wrongful conviction happening and the Innocence Project officially getting involved. This show has been a great eye opener and has educated me on all that goes on in this community. If you'd like to support Chante and her son check out the show notes listed below and be sure to share this with someone you think could use a dose of positivity. Useful Links;- https://www.amazon.com/dp/1686224591/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KOSvFb8Q7Z9ZP- https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/teams/team-echo-boy- https://www.amazon.com/Respect-Spectrum-Chante-Douglas/dp/1726783715/ref=sr_1_2?crid=435J4KPTVYUJ&dchild=1&keywords=chante+douglas&qid=1599526413&s=books&

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by key players in SPARC-LIFE. When it comes to fighting the struggle of addiction, SPARC-LIFE is on the front lines. They have the unique ability to meet their clients where they are at and show them that there is light in the darkness. SPARC stands for Serving People Around Recovery Communities. And that is exactly what they do. I hope you enjoy this episode and discussion on how they are working to serve those deeply affected by the drug epidemic in Philadelphia. If you wish to reach out or need more information from them be sure to check out the useful links listed below. Thanks for listening. Useful links: -https://sparclifecom.wordpress.com/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/203269570789056- Instagram: @sparc_life- Email: Denise@sparc-life.com- Personal numbers: Denise: (215) 416-3493 Bill: (818) 485-9460 For more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Usefu

Welcome back to the show! Over the next few weeks we have multiple guests for multiple episodes releasing while I was in Philadelphia. Touching on a multitude of topics, all positive of course. This episode of the podcast we're joined by some of the key players that run The Block Gives Back, our favorite nonprofit. We do a nice recap on the very successful Block 2 School event that just passed on August 22nd. It was a very successful turnout and we gave out a bunch of school bags filled with supplies and goodies. The show gets into all the details so listen up and enjoy. Be sure to check out the links provided below to see how you can donate, or get involved in future events creating a positive impact on the community and your life. For more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Facebook: The Block Gives Back Instagram: @theblockgivesbackTwitter: @BlockGivesBackWebsite: www.TheBlockGivesBack.orgFor more questions on the podcast, how you

I got pretty personal in this episode. Its all about dealing with bad news and things you can't control. If you or anyone you know needs a support system, help, or just someone to talk to please feel free to reach out and I will help in anyway I can. Be sure to check out the links below for more information on what we spoke on today. I hope you have a positive day and enjoy what you hear. Thanks for listening. Useful links: -https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321230-https://www.hopefordepression.org/depression-facts/organizations/For more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Facebook: The Block Gives Back Instagram: @theblockgivesbackTwitter: @BlockGivesBackWebsite: www.TheBlockGivesBack.orgFor more questions on the podcast, how you can contribute, or how to reach me you can follow and contact me via:Email: LimelightHighlight@gmail.comInstagram: LimelighthighlightTwitter: @LLHighlightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/limelighth

On this episode of the podcast we talk about food scarcity and how major of a problem food security is in the world. We discuss 3 great stories of amazing individuals and groups taking on that specific problem coming up with innovative ways to feed those in their communities and influence others to pitch in and do their part. Be sure to check out the links in the description below if you'd like to support any of these organizations or just want more information on all we discussed in this episode. Thanks for listening. Useful Links: -https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/washington-man-rescues-2-million-pound-of-farmers-crops-for-food-banks/-https://eastwestfoodrescue.org-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/from-pizza-to-fresh-veggies-people-in-the-bronx-will-feed-you/-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/uk-teacher-delivered-7500-packed-lunches-to-pupils-during-lockdown/ -https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=ZanePowles-Cycle_Capital_City_Castles&pageUrl=4 For more information

On this episode we have a special guest Jaqueline P'ng who is the project manager of "The Other Hundred" a project highlighting those who are making a difference and helping out their communities all over the world. She was a former broadcast journalist at The Edge Malaysia and now works at Global Institute for Tomorrow (GIFT). We discuss everything "The Other Hundred" project entails and how much positive news is needed. I highly encourage you to check out the links provided and see how you can make a submission and maybe be highlighted in "The Other Hundred" project. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and give it a rating and a review. Useful links:-https://www.theotherhundred.com/the-other-hundred-healers-https://www.theotherhundred.com/examples-jpng@global-inst.comFor more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Facebook: The Block Gives Back Instagram: @theblockgivesbackTwitter: @BlockGivesBackWebsite: www.TheBlockGivesBack.orgFor

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Gillian Tietz who hosts her own podcast called Sober Powered, where she discusses addiction the science behind it and psychology as well as her experiences with getting sober. She also has her own blog also called Sober Powered and contributes to other websites. We had an enlightening conversation about her experiences and the changes the body goes through when one becomes addicted to alcohol. Please show some love and subscribe to her podcast and if you or a loved one needs any type of help be sure to reach out before its too late. Thanks for listeningUseful Links: -https://soberpowered.com/?fbclid=IwAR0YboLtYdWZd8kmLVHgx-Uvf60vdYuuGb4qWfVWbembLqXibcgStJQL1eE-https://www.facebook.com/groups/779948102522537/-https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fsober.powered%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR11bdAZPmNx6HTeNM8SrbgNkmcgK-J2Tek6Y1eEqx_x5VL0kgbXVdYePXE&h=AT3Qqk_-M02l-mc50lkixEyC2U7ND3y7N3KLge7V3kqK_Fm0MkDLM_kt5C3RGmLycmQZQzuzhyMH1YLMmkpktXTKGgNXShdW1B5H

On this episode of the podcast we discuss news all about the environment since that was the outcome of the last poll we had. You all participated in the poll and for that I thank you. We touch on the benefits that wild wolves have on the environment and how 20 new wolf pups are being cross-fostered into wild wolf packs to diversify the gene pool. We discuss how innovative the UK has become with all of their efforts to provide clean energy to their country and help out the environment. Our last story touches on the Great Pacific Garbage patch and how an organization has been setting records by continuing to collect all of the toxic plastics that have accumulated in the area, as well as their plans to continue to work on cleaning the ocean and making sure that the plastic they collect does not end up in landfills which is very important. Our Limelight PPDPT goes to Campaign Zero. For their work in enacting laws and trying to minimize police brutality and violence. Be sure to check out the useful links section f

On this episode the listeners took a poll and "Feel Good News" is what they wanted. So we touch on some positive feel good news on what the UK is doing for the homeless in Cambridge. We also discuss certain foundations that are starting the foundation for the next generation of givers with the Ving Foundation. We touch on great coronavirus numbers and The Loveland Foundation as our PPDPT segment to close out the podcast. Check out the links provided to get in on the conversation and share your thoughts on what we should discuss next as well as all the information we talked about today. Useful Links:-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/charity-dishes-out-1000-checks-to-teens/-https://vingproject.org-https://www.positive.news/economics/social-enterprise/the-micro-houses-tackling-homelessness-in-cambridge/-http://www.jimmyscambridge.org.uk-https://allia.org.uk-https://thelovelandfoundation.orgFor more information on The Block Gives Back and how to help donate or volunteer check out the links below.Useful links: Face

On this episode of the podcast we dive into all the changes that are being made as a result of the recent protests. One law getting passed is the banning of the no knock raids in Louisville, Kentucky known as Breonna's law. Another is the banning of qualified immunity for police officer's as well as an accountability act getting to the house to see if it gets passed. All of the information that we discussed on this episode of the podcast can be found in the links provided below. Please participate in this week's poll as well as give any feedback you feel would be helpful with the episode. Thanks for listening. Also be sure to participate in these polls and let me know for a shoutout on the next episode!- https://audiograph.io/poll/01eaxrbv9byz7w1v842srjn1ge- https://audiograph.io/poll/01eaxs67btdm1htmk1ztrm5f1pUseful Links:-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/libertarian-democrat-partnership-drafts-legislation-to-make-police-accountable/-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/colorado-senate-to-vote-on-sweeping-police-

With all that has been going on in today's society I felt that we needed to discuss some issues that have been constant and maybe give a perspective that many may not have. On this episode of the podcast we are joined by our good friend Zeek to discuss all that is goin on and how he feels about the situation. We touch a bunch of different topics and I hope you enjoy and gain some useful knowledge, even if it is just an understanding of what is going on right now. Thank you for listening. Also The Block Gives Back is on a roll check out the links below to see how you can be a part of making Philadelphia even better. For more information on The Block Gives Back check out these links.Useful links: Facebook: The Block Gives Back Instagram: theblockgivesbackWebsite: www.TheBlockGivesBack.orgFor more questions on the podcast, how you can contribute, or how to reach me you can follow and contact me via:Email: LimelightHighlight@gmail.comInstagram: LimelighthighlightTwitter: @LLHighlightFacebook: https://www.facebook

On this episode of the podcast we focus on recycling and the innovative ideas coming from multiple sources on how to recycle materials to help with building, school supplies and much more. A company called "Phoenix Commotion" building homes for low-income families and providing all those involved with much needed experience as well as empowering the homeowner with skills they can use in the competitive market of construction. Another topic covered is about a British artist who designed and created his own island with the base being made entirely of recycled plastic bottles, showing us that there is plenty of material out there and all you need is a drive and some ingenuity. We close the podcast out with our Limelight PPDPT that goes out to Ruths Reusable Resources who serve all of Maine and New Hampshire with school supplies for students pre-k to high school. All that and more on today's episode. Be sure to check out the links provided below and give the podcast a rating while you're here. Thanks for listenin

On this week's episode of the podcast we cover an interesting fact about bullfrogs and how they freakishly do not require sleep. We dive into what an amazing community known as The Phoenix is doing for recovering addicts around the world. We also talk about how the world is moving in the right direction by helping out the whale population in Iceland and for our last story a Mother's Day Miracle, how a lady finally meets her daughter after giving birth to her a month later. This week's Limelight PPDPT goes to "Do Something" the non-profit organization that helps the youth pair themselves with volunteering for a campaign they are passionate about. All that on today's episode. Be sure to check out the useful links provided for more information on all that was discussed in this episode. Useful Links:-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/gym-helping-its-members-stay-sober-in-quarantine/-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/icelands-whaling-boats-spend-second-straight-season-tied-up-in-port/-https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/17/he

This episode of the podcast we dive into what an anonymous donor of a million dollars does for a hospital, how a beautiful country with a restaurant rich culture adjusts to the social distancing guidelines, and a little bit of what the earth is teaching us about renewable energy and how this pandemic is giving the world a chance to breath. We also discuss a wacky little fact about a common arachnid known as daddy long legs and our Limelight PPDPT goes out to Feed a life. All this and more. be sure to check out the useful links listed below. Useful links:-https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/spotlighthumanity-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/anonymous-donor-gives-1-million-gift-to-hospital-employees-fighting-covid/-https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3773/Anonymous-Donor-Gifts-1M-To-Hospital-Insists-Money-Goes-To-All-Staff-Including-Cleaners-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/global-emissions-to-fall-by-8-percent-in-2020/-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/lithuania-opens-streets-to-restaurant-seating-during-covid/For

On this episode of the podcast we share some little known information about what New York City used to be called, it might surprise you. We also went over how the leatherback sea turtle might be making a comeback with its population numbers thanks to COVID-19. More good news on Sea life and find out which Middle Eastern country will be the first to legalize medical marijuana. Also this week's PPDPT Highlight goes out to a nonprofit organization call "The Animal Pad" all this and more on today show! Check out the links below for more information on all the topics we discussed. Useful Links:-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/more-leatherback-turtles-on-florida-and-thailand-beaches/-https://petapixel.com/2020/04/25/photographer-captures-dolphins-swimming-in-bioluminescence/-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/lebanon-becomes-first-arab-country-to-legalize-medical-marijuana/-https://theanimalpad.org-https://www.podchaser.com/articles/community/reviews-for-charityor more questions on the podcast, how you can contribute,

Today's podcast is a special one. This week's unrelated fun fact is all about the nose and the surprising number of scents we can remember. But this podcast is special because we are joined by the three hosts of The Basement Binge. The Basement Binge is a podcast that reviews movies and gets into the depth of meaning filled with segments and is very entertaining. I had the chance to be on their most recent podcast so please check it out. We dive into why they got into podcasting, what it means to them, and what we can expect to get out of their podcast. I had a really good time talking with them and diving deep into multiple topics. Be sure to check out the links provided below and go give us a rating on Podchaser.com as well as any other platform you are listening on. Useful links:-https://www.podchaser.com-https://basementbinge.podbean.com-https://player.fm/series/limelight-highlightThe Basement Binge information:-https://www.facebook.com/bingebasement-https://www.instagram.com/thebasementbinge/?hl=en-https

In this episode of the podcast we discuss how the EU has finally approved legislation so that insects can be used for human consumption and the possible benefits the world can enjoy if we got on bored. We then discuss how we can take advantage of this stimulus bill that has recently been passed as well as how people who may have federal student loans can get a bit of ease if they are having a financial hardship. This weeks "PPDPT" goes to Heart to Heart International for all of the work they are doing to help those on the front lines of battling this pandemic. All that and more on this episode. Be sure to check out the links below for all of the information we found on all the subjects we touched on today. Useful Links: - https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center- -https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/eu-moves-to-approve-insects-for-consumption/-https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/6-month-suspension-on-federal-student-loans-in-effect/-https://www.hearttoheart.org/hhi-responding-to-covi