Voices of the Village Podcast

De'Ambreus Christian, founder of Wise Path Integrity Consulting, discusses her mission to protect elders from scams and fraud. With 20 years in healthcare and a transition to banking, she noticed the vulnerability of seniors to financial abuse. Dee highlights that elders are often targeted due to their lack of familiarity with modern technology and the absence of family members to guide them. She shares statistics indicating that s...

The conversation features a discussion about the Henry County Delta Sigma Theta Alumni Chapter's community initiatives. The chapter, founded in 2004, focuses on social action, scholarship, and service. They have expanded their reach to include Locust Grove and Hampton. Notable programs include a job fair for young men and ex-offenders, rebranded as "Built for Success," and the "Real Boys Are Readers" program, which encourages middl...

The conversation revolves around the complexities of family law in Georgia, particularly regarding paternity and child custody. Janice Alford, an attorney specializing in family law, explains that a father can legitimize his child by marrying the mother or through a legal process called legitimation, which can also grant visitation rights, custody, and child support. She emphasizes the importance of DNA testing to ensure paternity ...

Sheila Edwards, a candidate for Georgia's Public Service Commission, discussed the commission's failure to regulate Georgia Power effectively, leading to frequent rate increases. Edwards highlighted the monopolistic nature of Georgia Power, which manipulates rates and profits significantly, impacting vulnerable communities. She emphasized the need for affordable utilities and proposed collaborating with Alicia Johnson and Peter Hub...

Judge James D. Boles Jr. discusses his background and journey to becoming a judge in Henry County, Georgia. Born and raised in Henry County, he attended local schools and later graduated from Kennesaw State University with a 3.89 GPA and from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School on a scholarship. Boles emphasizes his involvement in mock trial, which influenced his legal career. As a judge, he oversees misdemeanor criminal cases and c...

Judge Stephen N. Knights, Jr. discusses his 21-year legal career and his commitment to community service. He shares stories of impactful interactions, such as a young man who thanked him for giving him a second chance, and an employer who praised his fairness in court. Judge Knights emphasizes the importance of being fair and impartial, and encourages community members to observe court proceedings to understand the justice system. ...

Dr. D.T. Foster discusses his book "The Stress Book," which offers 40 ways to manage stress. Inspired by the pandemic, the book addresses stress as a universal experience, categorizing it into acute, chronic, eustress, and distress. Foster explains that stress can be caused by various factors, including financial pressures and personal relationships. The book provides strategies for stress management, including identifying stressor...

Duro Haynes, a candidate for state senate 17, discussed his journey and the evolution of the Henry County Democratic Party. He highlighted the shift from a red to blue county, emphasizing the importance of long-term community building and robust candidate recruitment. Haynes noted significant challenges, including digital siloing and the impact of COVID-19, but reported successes like increasing membership by 80% and winning key el...

Brother Singleton shared his experience with medical malpractice, starting in mid-2014. He described a burning sensation in his eye while working at the Atlanta airport, leading to a visit to Kaiser Permanente. There, a doctor inappropriately injected his eye with a long needle, causing severe pain and elevating his eye pressure to over 300. Despite subsequent treatments, his vision deteriorated, leading to blindness in his right e...

Some of the best stories begin with a meaningful moment. For Chef Cal and Win, that

moment happened on July 16th, 2022—a date that later inspired the name PRIVÉE 716 and

sparked a vision that has quickly become one of the most talked-about private dining

experiences in the area.

PRIVÉE 716 is built on a simple idea: great food brings people together. And few people

embody that more than Chef Cal. Known for his rich flavors and beautiful...

🎙️ NEW EPISODE THIS WEEK! Voices of the Village Podcast welcomes Adrian Consonery Jr., 25-year-old candidate for Georgia Secretary of State! 🚀🔥

Adrian is part of the Next Generation Leaders of Today, and he’s mobilizing his generation to step up, speak out, and serve the people.

Raised by two hardworking entrepreneurs — a mechanic and a counselor — Adrian grew up in a home built on fixing problems, serving others, and leading with...

NEW EPISODE ALERT — Voices of the Village Podcast

Featuring: Mike Burns

Former Henry County Democratic Committee President

CEO & Founder, Community & College Partnership Programs (CCPP)

From the front lines of change to a nationwide mission of impact — this is an episode you do NOT want to miss.

In this powerful conversation, Mr. Mike Burns shares:

How Henry County transformed into a BLUE county through strategic grassroots eff...

Pastor Terrell and Brandy Scott of The Malachi Project discussed their transformative journey from drug trafficking to founding Malachi House, a 6,000 sq. ft. debt-free facility in McDonough, Georgia. Terrell shared his past as a drug dealer, his 20-year prison sentence, and his conversion through a woman he robbed. Brandy recounted her struggle with addiction and her role in Terrell's spiritual awakening. They emphasized their mis...

Episode Alert!

This week on Voices of the Village Podcast — where change starts with conversation — we’re turning up the heat with business owner Tandra Hunter of T&T Daiquiris

Tandra opens up about the real struggles Black business owners face when dealing with commercial landlord discrimination, and she’s setting the record straight on that viral social media post where a customer allegedly claimed they were falsely accused of ...