• Ep 40: The Mayor’s Office – Phil’s Home

    Ep 40: The Mayor’s Office – Phil’s Home

    Mayor Phil Jones returned to his hometown of Newport News as the city’s youngest mayor—and just days into the role, he faced a heartbreaking tragedy that drew national attention. Thrust into the spotlight, he relied on his values, humility, and lived experience to guide his leadership. In this episode, we talk about his path to… Continue Reading →

  • Ep 39: Story – Lion Park

    Ep 39: Story – Lion Park

    Back in 2012, I took my first trip to Africa.  I told this story when we got back.  This is a recording from 2018, the second time i told it at Grown Folks Stories.  I’m not sure why I told it again, but I ‘m sharing it here because it makes me chuckle everytime i… Continue Reading →

  • Ep 38: In visual effects – Greg’s Home

    Ep 38: In visual effects – Greg’s Home

    Greg Anderson went from studying architecture in college to becoming a powerhouse in the world of visual effects—and it’s been so fun to watch that evolution. In this episode, we dive into how he blends creativity and technical precision on an industrywide scale, and what keeps him inspired in such a demanding, ever-changing field. We… Continue Reading →

  • Ep 37: Story Time – Outside my bubbles (my IG Feeds)

    Ep 37: Story Time – Outside my bubbles (my IG Feeds)

    Before I split it into multiple accounts, my Instagram feed was a mix of all the different communities that I photograph.  As a member of those communities, I have met some amazing people and captured some awesome moments.  However, my passion for documenting subcultures created an IG feed that had the kind of range that… Continue Reading →