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  <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Connect addresses everyday community and teen issues, while attempting to motivate and uplift listeners. Will is a straight forward individual who doesn’t mind sharing his opinion on the issues and keeping it as the kids say “100”! The Connect is a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <title>Show #125</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Presidential Shenanigans]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Presidential Shenanigans]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <title>124 - Women&#39;s March on Washington, Tidal, and the 2017 Oscars</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Women's March on Washington, Tidal, and the 2017 Oscars

Description: On this episode of The Connect Will & Star discussed the Women's March on Washington and the importance of supporting this and other ongoing movements. They also talked about the new Tidal deal, and the 2017 Oscar Nominees! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Women's March on Washington, Tidal, and the 2017 Oscars

Description: On this episode of The Connect Will & Star discussed the Women's March on Washington and the importance of supporting this and other ongoing movements. They also talked about the n...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Women's March on Washington, Tidal, and the 2017 Oscars

Description: On this episode of The Connect Will & Star discussed the Women's March on Washington and the importance of supporting this and other ongoing movements. They also talked about the new Tidal deal, and the 2017 Oscar Nominees! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2017 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>123 - Education and Traveling</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and the crew sat down with founders of the company We Go Too (www.wegotooworld.com) Alishia and Randi. They also had a chance to talk to College Consultant Dr. Ebony Mayo-Mitchell, from DMV College Consulting (www.dmvcollegeconsulting.com)]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and the crew sat down with founders of the company We Go Too (www.wegotooworld.com) Alishia and Randi. They also had a chance to talk to College Consultant Dr. Ebony Mayo-Mitchell, from DMV College Consulting (www.dmvcollegeconsulting.com)]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Show #122</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Farewell Obama]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Farewell Obama]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3479</itunes:duration>
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    <title>121 - Dating the opposite Race</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team discussed Serena Williams engagement and dating outside "your" race. Does that still matter in 2017? What's your feelings on it? We're just a few questions posed! Tune in and get connected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team discussed Serena Williams engagement and dating outside "your" race. Does that still matter in 2017? What's your feelings on it? We're just a few questions posed! Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team discussed Serena Williams engagement and dating outside "your" race. Does that still matter in 2017? What's your feelings on it? We're just a few questions posed! Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2017 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Show #120</title>
    <description><![CDATA[2016 Re-cap]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[2016 Re-cap]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>119 - Insecure and Relationships</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will and Star held down the fort and discussed the hit HBO series "Insecure".  Some of the most memorable moments from the show made the crew wonder how they would handle the various issues in their relationships! Tune in, laugh, and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will and Star held down the fort and discussed the hit HBO series "Insecure".  Some of the most memorable moments from the show made the crew wonder how they would handle the various issues in their relationships! Tune in, laugh, and get connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will and Star held down the fort and discussed the hit HBO series "Insecure".  Some of the most memorable moments from the show made the crew wonder how they would handle the various issues in their relationships! Tune in, laugh, and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3442</itunes:duration>
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    <title>118 - Artist Spotlight Kenny Sway</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Author of the soon to be released book, 10 Dates Later, Lillian Prince Mitchell (@10dateslater) joined the crew during the Be The Change Segment to tell all about her passion project and what inspired her to write this book. Singer Kenny Sway (@kenny_sway) also joined the crew to talk about his upcoming project "Moment"! Oh yeah and he serenaded the ladies! Tune in and get connected! ]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Author of the soon to be released book, 10 Dates Later, Lillian Prince Mitchell (@10dateslater) joined the crew during the Be The Change Segment to tell all about her passion project and what inspired her to write this bo...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Author of the soon to be released book, 10 Dates Later, Lillian Prince Mitchell (@10dateslater) joined the crew during the Be The Change Segment to tell all about her passion project and what inspired her to write this book. Singer Kenny Sway (@kenny_sway) also joined the crew to talk about his upcoming project "Moment"! Oh yeah and he serenaded the ladies! Tune in and get connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>117 - Blended families... Is it for you?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Crew had a great discussion on how to handle being a part of a "blended" family! They also talked about becoming cordial/friends with the alleged "home wrecker"! Tune in and get connected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Crew had a great discussion on how to handle being a part of a "blended" family! They also talked about becoming cordial/friends with the alleged "home wrecker"! Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Crew had a great discussion on how to handle being a part of a "blended" family! They also talked about becoming cordial/friends with the alleged "home wrecker"! Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3264</itunes:duration>
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    <title>116 - America, Oh America! ​</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, host Will J. and crew recapped the recent Presidential ​e​lection! ​ Great conversation you don't want to miss! Tune in and Get Connected. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, host Will J. and crew recapped the recent Presidential ​e​lection! ​ Great conversation you don't want to miss! Tune in and Get Connected. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, host Will J. and crew recapped the recent Presidential ​e​lection! ​ Great conversation you don't want to miss! Tune in and Get Connected. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3491</itunes:duration>
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    <title>115 - Real Estate investing? Is it for you?!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Q. Nicole McNair - Real Estate Investor, Educator & Mentor, joined the crew to speak about entrepreneurship, her journey and how all roads have lead to being a Real Estate Investor, Educator & Mentor. She also shared a few details about her upcoming REI mentorship program launch.
www.qnicolespeaks.com
www.reimentorshipprogram.com
Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Q. Nicole McNair - Real Estate Investor, Educator & Mentor, joined the crew to speak about entrepreneurship, her journey and how all roads have lead to being a Real Estate Investor, Educator & Mentor. She also shared a few details about her upcoming RE...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Q. Nicole McNair - Real Estate Investor, Educator & Mentor, joined the crew to speak about entrepreneurship, her journey and how all roads have lead to being a Real Estate Investor, Educator & Mentor. She also shared a few details about her upcoming REI mentorship program launch.
www.qnicolespeaks.com
www.reimentorshipprogram.com
Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>114 - Celebrity Chefs and philanthropy</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode we were able to speak with Celebrity Chefs Padua Player and  Ashanti Troutman about their individual journeys and their involvement with the HeArt&Sole Fundraiser, benefiting the Central Union Mission.  And you know we couldn't let them leave without preparing a few dishes! Tune in and get connected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode we were able to speak with Celebrity Chefs Padua Player and  Ashanti Troutman about their individual journeys and their involvement with the HeArt&Sole Fundraiser, benefiting the Central Union Mission.  And you know we couldn't let them...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode we were able to speak with Celebrity Chefs Padua Player and  Ashanti Troutman about their individual journeys and their involvement with the HeArt&Sole Fundraiser, benefiting the Central Union Mission.  And you know we couldn't let them leave without preparing a few dishes! Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>112 - The Relevancy of the Black Church Part 1</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode the crew took on the always sensitive and debatable topic, "religion" and the relevancy of the Black church! Our friend Chelsea joined us and led the discussion, along with a few leaders of the church. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode the crew took on the always sensitive and debatable topic, "religion" and the relevancy of the Black church! Our friend Chelsea joined us and led the discussion, along with a few leaders of the church. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode the crew took on the always sensitive and debatable topic, "religion" and the relevancy of the Black church! Our friend Chelsea joined us and led the discussion, along with a few leaders of the church. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>Show #111</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Dating and Relationships Part 2 ]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Dating and Relationships Part 2 ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dating and Relationships Part 2 ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>110 -  The Presidential Debate</title>
    <description><![CDATA[And so it starts, Politics as usual! The Crew got a chance to share their opinions on the presidential candidates and some of their proposals or lack there of! The discussion got heated as the crew discussed stop and frisk and police/Community relations! Tune in and get connected. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[And so it starts, Politics as usual! The Crew got a chance to share their opinions on the presidential candidates and some of their proposals or lack there of! The discussion got heated as the crew discussed stop and frisk and police/Community relation...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[And so it starts, Politics as usual! The Crew got a chance to share their opinions on the presidential candidates and some of their proposals or lack there of! The discussion got heated as the crew discussed stop and frisk and police/Community relations! Tune in and get connected. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>109 - Ratchet and Righteous Advice</title>
    <description><![CDATA[This episode of The Connect was jammed packed and fun! Sharnikya sat down with Jessica G. Founder of Nia Noire (@nianoire) during the "Be The Change" segment. Rapper Yusha Assad (@yushaassadmusic) stopped through the studio with his newest single "Circus". And then it all went down hill from there! The team took questions and gave either ratchet advice, righteous advice, or just some plain ole political correct advice! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of The Connect was jammed packed and fun! Sharnikya sat down with Jessica G. Founder of Nia Noire (@nianoire) during the "Be The Change" segment. Rapper Yusha Assad (@yushaassadmusic) stopped through the studio with his newest single "Circ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of The Connect was jammed packed and fun! Sharnikya sat down with Jessica G. Founder of Nia Noire (@nianoire) during the "Be The Change" segment. Rapper Yusha Assad (@yushaassadmusic) stopped through the studio with his newest single "Circus". And then it all went down hill from there! The team took questions and gave either ratchet advice, righteous advice, or just some plain ole political correct advice! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3416</itunes:duration>
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    <title>108 - The Dating Game</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Sharnikya took on the always fun topic... Dating! Tossing around questions, like What's the worst date you've been on? How do you know if there's going to be a second date? And one of my favorite, Who should pay for the date? Also during this super fun show, Sharnikya spoke to Author, Lillian M. about her soon to be released book "10 Dates Later"! So tune in, enjoy the conversation, and laugh at these fools!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Sharnikya took on the always fun topic... Dating! Tossing around questions, like What's the worst date you've been on? How do you know if there's going to be a second date? And one of my favorite, Who should pay for the date? Also durin...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Sharnikya took on the always fun topic... Dating! Tossing around questions, like What's the worst date you've been on? How do you know if there's going to be a second date? And one of my favorite, Who should pay for the date? Also during this super fun show, Sharnikya spoke to Author, Lillian M. about her soon to be released book "10 Dates Later"! So tune in, enjoy the conversation, and laugh at these fools!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <title>107 - Artist Spotlight w/ Funsho</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Star delivered this weeks top stories during "Tag Line News" as only Star can! We went inside the coaching corner with Sharnikya, and singer Funsho (@Funshomusic) stopped by the studio to chop it up with the team! Funsho, talked about how he got started in the industry, his goals, what the future looks like for him. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Star delivered this weeks top stories during "Tag Line News" as only Star can! We went inside the coaching corner with Sharnikya, and singer Funsho (@Funshomusic) stopped by the studio to chop it up with the team! Funsho...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Star delivered this weeks top stories during "Tag Line News" as only Star can! We went inside the coaching corner with Sharnikya, and singer Funsho (@Funshomusic) stopped by the studio to chop it up with the team! Funsho, talked about how he got started in the industry, his goals, what the future looks like for him. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <title>106 - The Back to School Episode</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, 5th grade teacher BreeAnna Haynes joined the discussion on our school systems. She also broke down  how she helps parents and scholars adjust to the new school year, the importance of parent/family engagement as it relates to the educational process, and much more! Sharnikya was joined by Minda Harts of My Weekly Memo (myweeklymemo.com) during the Be The Change Segment, and Will J. shared what was Bothering him! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, 5th grade teacher BreeAnna Haynes joined the discussion on our school systems. She also broke down  how she helps parents and scholars adjust to the new school year, the importance of parent/family engagement as it relat...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, 5th grade teacher BreeAnna Haynes joined the discussion on our school systems. She also broke down  how she helps parents and scholars adjust to the new school year, the importance of parent/family engagement as it relates to the educational process, and much more! Sharnikya was joined by Minda Harts of My Weekly Memo (myweeklymemo.com) during the Be The Change Segment, and Will J. shared what was Bothering him! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>105 - Gabby Douglas, Donnie Mcclurkin, and more!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team discussed Olympic Gymnast Gabby Douglas being deemed as unpatriotic and why people care so much about her hair and her body. The team also discussed Donnie Mcclurkin being "cured of homosexuality"! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team discussed Olympic Gymnast Gabby Douglas being deemed as unpatriotic and why people care so much about her hair and her body. The team also discussed Donnie Mcclurkin being "cured of homosexuality"! Tune in and ge...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team discussed Olympic Gymnast Gabby Douglas being deemed as unpatriotic and why people care so much about her hair and her body. The team also discussed Donnie Mcclurkin being "cured of homosexuality"! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3537</itunes:duration>
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    <title>104 - Health &amp; Wellness</title>
    <description><![CDATA[
On this episode of The Connect, Ashlee Koonce of the Ashlee Agency joined us to talk about her upcoming Back To School Jamboree and school supply drive! We were also joined by Charmaine Jones from FoodJonzie. She lead an amazing discussion on dieting and nutrition! Charmaine dropped a lot of gems, so Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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On this episode of The Connect, Ashlee Koonce of the Ashlee Agency joined us to talk about her upcoming Back To School Jamboree and school supply drive! We were also joined by Charmaine Jones from FoodJonzie. She lead an amazing discussion on dieting...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[
On this episode of The Connect, Ashlee Koonce of the Ashlee Agency joined us to talk about her upcoming Back To School Jamboree and school supply drive! We were also joined by Charmaine Jones from FoodJonzie. She lead an amazing discussion on dieting and nutrition! Charmaine dropped a lot of gems, so Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>103 - Sports Talk - While the Girls Are Away....</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The boys will play, well kind of! With the ladies out, Will had an opportunity to sit with Dietrich W. And Daryl Y. and discuss the upcoming Olympic Games, The terrible Redskins, and  how NBA and other top athletes using their influence to impact change in the community. The guys also had a chance to share their top five all time (NBA). Who's in you top 5?]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The boys will play, well kind of! With the ladies out, Will had an opportunity to sit with Dietrich W. And Daryl Y. and discuss the upcoming Olympic Games, The terrible Redskins, and  how NBA and other top athletes using their influence to impact chang...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The boys will play, well kind of! With the ladies out, Will had an opportunity to sit with Dietrich W. And Daryl Y. and discuss the upcoming Olympic Games, The terrible Redskins, and  how NBA and other top athletes using their influence to impact change in the community. The guys also had a chance to share their top five all time (NBA). Who's in you top 5?]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3392</itunes:duration>
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    <title>102 - Are You Woke or Naw?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team was joined by  Jenn Roberts (Versed Education Group) and all the way from Atlanta,  Hakimu D. to discuss the hashtag #StayWoke and boycotting businesses. Will J. also checked the temperature on black businesses. Do you support them? Why or why not? Tune in a get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team was joined by  Jenn Roberts (Versed Education Group) and all the way from Atlanta,  Hakimu D. to discuss the hashtag #StayWoke and boycotting businesses. Will J. also checked the temperature on black businesses. ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect the team was joined by  Jenn Roberts (Versed Education Group) and all the way from Atlanta,  Hakimu D. to discuss the hashtag #StayWoke and boycotting businesses. Will J. also checked the temperature on black businesses. Do you support them? Why or why not? Tune in a get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3720</itunes:duration>
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    <title>101 - Hip Hop Honors Recap &amp; Friendship</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team took some time to discuss the 2016 VH1 Hip Hop Honors, women in hip hop, and friendships! Sharnikya interviewed Tanasha Canvines and Tiffany Penn during the Be The Change segment and Star dished on all of the latest hot topics! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team took some time to discuss the 2016 VH1 Hip Hop Honors, women in hip hop, and friendships! Sharnikya interviewed Tanasha Canvines and Tiffany Penn during the Be The Change segment and Star dished on all of the la...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team took some time to discuss the 2016 VH1 Hip Hop Honors, women in hip hop, and friendships! Sharnikya interviewed Tanasha Canvines and Tiffany Penn during the Be The Change segment and Star dished on all of the latest hot topics! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3463</itunes:duration>
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    <title>100 - Another One</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of TheConnect @themediaprince sat in with the team to talk about his media outlets and to give his opinion on the latest police shooting. Will also had a lot to say about the recent incident involving police officers and Alton Sterling.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of TheConnect @themediaprince sat in with the team to talk about his media outlets and to give his opinion on the latest police shooting. Will also had a lot to say about the recent incident involving police officers and Alton Sterling.]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of TheConnect @themediaprince sat in with the team to talk about his media outlets and to give his opinion on the latest police shooting. Will also had a lot to say about the recent incident involving police officers and Alton Sterling.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3695</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>the connect, will jackson, alton sterling,blis</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>99 - 2016 BET Awards react</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The team was joined by Hakimu Davidson on this episode of The Connect! They took some time to discuss the impact of Actor Jesse Williams speech and the impact it's now having on social media. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1478092235" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The team was joined by Hakimu Davidson on this episode of The Connect! They took some time to discuss the impact of Actor Jesse Williams speech and the impact it's now having on social media. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The team was joined by Hakimu Davidson on this episode of The Connect! They took some time to discuss the impact of Actor Jesse Williams speech and the impact it's now having on social media. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3513</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>The Connect, Will Jackson, , Portia Williams, Tumaini DC, Shamikya, BLIS</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>98 - Fathers Day</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team was joined by two amazing dads who broke down fatherhood, what it means to them to be a father, and so much more! Also Will takes a moment to express his thoughts on the latest gun violence. Please tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team was joined by two amazing dads who broke down fatherhood, what it means to them to be a father, and so much more! Also Will takes a moment to express his thoughts on the latest gun violence. Please tune in and g...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team was joined by two amazing dads who broke down fatherhood, what it means to them to be a father, and so much more! Also Will takes a moment to express his thoughts on the latest gun violence. Please tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3644</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>The Connect, Will Jackson, , Portia Williams, Tumaini DC, Shamikya, BLIS</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Show #97</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Rapper Yusha Assad and Dad's on Duty Movement]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Rapper Yusha Assad and Dad's on Duty Movement]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Rapper Yusha Assad and Dad's on Duty Movement]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3466</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>the connect, will jackson, yusha asssad, dad&#39;s on duty,blis</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Show #96</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Rapper/Comedian Crank Lucas (@cranklucas) joined the crew to talk about how his videos began to go viral, his future plans, and gave his opinion on today's society! Maaden Jones, co- founder of Citrus + Sugar http://citrussugar.com, joined us to talk about their upcoming event and how their brand was formed! Tune in and get connected! ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Rapper/Comedian Crank Lucas (@cranklucas) joined the crew to talk about how his videos began to go viral, his future plans, and gave his opinion on today's society! Maaden Jones, co- founder of Citrus + Sugar http://citrussugar.com, joined us to talk a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Rapper/Comedian Crank Lucas (@cranklucas) joined the crew to talk about how his videos began to go viral, his future plans, and gave his opinion on today's society! Maaden Jones, co- founder of Citrus + Sugar http://citrussugar.com, joined us to talk about their upcoming event and how their brand was formed! Tune in and get connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3483</itunes:duration>
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    <title>95 - Artist Spotlight with Keith Angelo</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Singer Keith Angelo came in studio to talk about his latest EP "Heartbeat", his influences, how he remains focused, and so much more! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1475133067" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Singer Keith Angelo came in studio to talk about his latest EP "Heartbeat", his influences, how he remains focused, and so much more! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Singer Keith Angelo came in studio to talk about his latest EP "Heartbeat", his influences, how he remains focused, and so much more! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3488</itunes:duration>
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    <title>94 -  Survivors Remorse/Guilt</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team talked about Survivors remorse/guilt and how to handle helping someone who's not helping their self. Will J. Posed the question, is there a difference between helping and enabling. Tune and get connected! ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team talked about Survivors remorse/guilt and how to handle helping someone who's not helping their self. Will J. Posed the question, is there a difference between helping and enabling. Tune and get connected! ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the team talked about Survivors remorse/guilt and how to handle helping someone who's not helping their self. Will J. Posed the question, is there a difference between helping and enabling. Tune and get connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3455</itunes:duration>
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    <title>93 - Singer Ellis Lambert interview/Dj Set Fire and Teacher Appreciation</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the The Connect we had singer, songwriter Ellis Lambert In studio dropping knowledge on the music industry and what inspires his music! Also DJ Set Fire came through with a crazy DJ set! And of course we couldn't do a show without showing appreciation to the amazing teachers during teacher appreciation week!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the The Connect we had singer, songwriter Ellis Lambert In studio dropping knowledge on the music industry and what inspires his music! Also DJ Set Fire came through with a crazy DJ set! And of course we couldn't do a show without sh...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the The Connect we had singer, songwriter Ellis Lambert In studio dropping knowledge on the music industry and what inspires his music! Also DJ Set Fire came through with a crazy DJ set! And of course we couldn't do a show without showing appreciation to the amazing teachers during teacher appreciation week!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3492</itunes:duration>
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    <title>92 - Artist Spotlight with Charming The Singer</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Singer, Songwriter, and Producer Charming The Singer came in studio to talk about his latest single "Do you Think about Me", how he got started in the industry, and how he plans to take the industry by storm! The ladies of Pretty and Profesh also joined us during the 'Be The Change" segment. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Singer, Songwriter, and Producer Charming The Singer came in studio to talk about his latest single "Do you Think about Me", how he got started in the industry, and how he plans to take the industry by storm! The ladies of Pretty and Profesh also joine...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Singer, Songwriter, and Producer Charming The Singer came in studio to talk about his latest single "Do you Think about Me", how he got started in the industry, and how he plans to take the industry by storm! The ladies of Pretty and Profesh also joined us during the 'Be The Change" segment. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>91 - Fighting Cancer with Poetry and Sharnikya&#39;s Coaching Corner</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Sharnikya sat down with Betta Mo during the Be The Change segment to discuss all of his community initiatives and his challenge to local rappers! Also during Sharnikya's Coaching Corner she gave tips on how to nail the interview! Wait... Did Sharnikya take over?! Oh well! Lol And last but certainly not least, Orville the Poet and Flowetry Man The Poetic Rockstar came through to perform a little of their Two man show act and to tell us all about their upcoming events to help raise money to fight cancer! Tune in and get connected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Sharnikya sat down with Betta Mo during the Be The Change segment to discuss all of his community initiatives and his challenge to local rappers! Also during Sharnikya's Coaching Corner she gave tips on how to nail the interview! Wait... Did Sharnikya take over?! Oh well! Lol And last but certainly not least, Orville the Poet and Flowetry Man The Poetic Rockstar came through to perform a little of their Two man show act and to tell us all about their upcoming events to help raise money to fight cancer! Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <title>90 - Sharnikya&#39;s Coaching Corner &amp; Sexual Assault Awareness Month</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, we touched on some of this weeks hottest topics with Star! Sharnikya gave us advice on how to ask for more money during Sharnikya's Coaching Corner. And Breeana H. Joined us to bring awareness to sexual assault in America and to share her personal story,  as it pertains to sexual assault. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, we touched on some of this weeks hottest topics with Star! Sharnikya gave us advice on how to ask for more money during Sharnikya's Coaching Corner. And Breeana H. Joined us to bring awareness to sexual assault in America and to share her personal story,  as it pertains to sexual assault. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>89 - Spotlight Artist w/ Davonne Dneil</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The team had the opportunity to sit with the Founder of myBookbag, Jessica Greenhill (www.getmybookbag.com). myBOOKbag is an online subscription book program which enables readers to connect with independent authors nationwide. Soul Singer Davonne Dneil (@davonnedneil) also joined the crew to talk about her upcoming performances, how she got started singing, and the life of an independent artist. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The team had the opportunity to sit with the Founder of myBookbag, Jessica Greenhill (www.getmybookbag.com). myBOOKbag is an online subscription book program which enables readers to connect with independent authors nationwide. Soul Singer Davonne Dnei...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The team had the opportunity to sit with the Founder of myBookbag, Jessica Greenhill (www.getmybookbag.com). myBOOKbag is an online subscription book program which enables readers to connect with independent authors nationwide. Soul Singer Davonne Dneil (@davonnedneil) also joined the crew to talk about her upcoming performances, how she got started singing, and the life of an independent artist. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>88 - Be The Change, Sharnikya&#39;s Corner, &amp; Hot Topics</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, we had Ms. Portia Williams, CEO and Founder of Tumaini DC (www.tumainidc.org) is studio to tell us all about her organization and her consulting business that assist those looking to start a Non Profit organization. We also kicked off a new segment "Sharnikya's Corner"! Sharnikya, spoke about the importance of networking and how to do it right! Will and Sharnikya also touched on some of this weeks hot topics! Tune in an get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, we had Ms. Portia Williams, CEO and Founder of Tumaini DC (www.tumainidc.org) is studio to tell us all about her organization and her consulting business that assist those looking to start a Non Profit organization. We a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, we had Ms. Portia Williams, CEO and Founder of Tumaini DC (www.tumainidc.org) is studio to tell us all about her organization and her consulting business that assist those looking to start a Non Profit organization. We also kicked off a new segment "Sharnikya's Corner"! Sharnikya, spoke about the importance of networking and how to do it right! Will and Sharnikya also touched on some of this weeks hot topics! Tune in an get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3351</itunes:duration>
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    <title>87 - Domestic Violence Awareness</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this Episode, we had Tokeitha Wilson, author of "Too Precious to Be"and domestic violence survivor in studio discussing domestic violence and how she was able to survived it.
Leslie Michelle (Singles Living With Purpose - SLWP) also joined us to discuss her upcoming SLWP event.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this Episode, we had Tokeitha Wilson, author of "Too Precious to Be"and domestic violence survivor in studio discussing domestic violence and how she was able to survived it.
Leslie Michelle (Singles Living With Purpose - SLWP) also joined us to di...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this Episode, we had Tokeitha Wilson, author of "Too Precious to Be"and domestic violence survivor in studio discussing domestic violence and how she was able to survived it.
Leslie Michelle (Singles Living With Purpose - SLWP) also joined us to discuss her upcoming SLWP event.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2016 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3492</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Show #86</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Rafael the Drummer (@rafaelthedrummer) joined us to tell us about his event this weekend to raise awareness on Cerebral Palsy and Scoliosis.]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Rafael the Drummer (@rafaelthedrummer) joined us to tell us about his event this weekend to raise awareness on Cerebral Palsy and Scoliosis.]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Rafael the Drummer (@rafaelthedrummer) joined us to tell us about his event this weekend to raise awareness on Cerebral Palsy and Scoliosis.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3500</itunes:duration>
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    <title>85 - Valid points or Sensitivity?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The team had a chance to sit with Wali Lathan, CEO and Founder of Buttah Bro's (www.buttahbros.com) to talk about the amazing things his organization is doing in the community. Mr. Lathan also joined the team in a lengthy discussion on how to bridge the gap between police officers and the younger generation and racism! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The team had a chance to sit with Wali Lathan, CEO and Founder of Buttah Bro's (www.buttahbros.com) to talk about the amazing things his organization is doing in the community. Mr. Lathan also joined the team in a lengthy discussion on how to bridge th...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The team had a chance to sit with Wali Lathan, CEO and Founder of Buttah Bro's (www.buttahbros.com) to talk about the amazing things his organization is doing in the community. Mr. Lathan also joined the team in a lengthy discussion on how to bridge the gap between police officers and the younger generation and racism! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3604</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Buttah Bros., Wali Lathan, Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>84 - Cam Newton, The Super Bowl, Beyoncé, and More!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The team got a chance to give their thoughts on Cam Newton's sportsmanship issues, Beyoncé message to the world, and so many other hot topics from this week. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The team got a chance to give their thoughts on Cam Newton's sportsmanship issues, Beyoncé message to the world, and so many other hot topics from this week. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The team got a chance to give their thoughts on Cam Newton's sportsmanship issues, Beyoncé message to the world, and so many other hot topics from this week. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3485</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Cam Newton, Will Jackson, The Connect, Beyonce, BLIS, Super Bowl</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>83 - The Connect: Relationship Edition</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect we had Safiya Simmons join us during the "Be The Change" segment to tell us all about the upcoming Leap Luncheon Series, and the positive impact it has on women of color. Then Star took over and lead the conversation on Valentine's Day, Boyfriend/Girlfriend prenups, and so much more! Tune in and be prepared to laugh and learn a little! ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect we had Safiya Simmons join us during the "Be The Change" segment to tell us all about the upcoming Leap Luncheon Series, and the positive impact it has on women of color. Then Star took over and lead the conversation on V...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect we had Safiya Simmons join us during the "Be The Change" segment to tell us all about the upcoming Leap Luncheon Series, and the positive impact it has on women of color. Then Star took over and lead the conversation on Valentine's Day, Boyfriend/Girlfriend prenups, and so much more! Tune in and be prepared to laugh and learn a little! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3405</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>The Connect, Will Jackson, Safiya Simmons, prenups, BLIS</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>82 - Artist Spotlight - Whittney Jackson</title>
    <description><![CDATA[What a time to be alive! Whittney Jackson (@whittneyjackson www.whittneyjackson.com) graced us with her presence to discuss challenges associated with being a young gospel artist, her inspiration behind the music and dropped a few musical gems! All after we discussed the latest Kardashian drama and our thoughts on the Toni Braxton biopic. All of this in ONE show, tune in.]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[What a time to be alive! Whittney Jackson (@whittneyjackson www.whittneyjackson.com) graced us with her presence to discuss challenges associated with being a young gospel artist, her inspiration behind the music and dropped a few musical gems! All aft...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[What a time to be alive! Whittney Jackson (@whittneyjackson www.whittneyjackson.com) graced us with her presence to discuss challenges associated with being a young gospel artist, her inspiration behind the music and dropped a few musical gems! All after we discussed the latest Kardashian drama and our thoughts on the Toni Braxton biopic. All of this in ONE show, tune in.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3552</itunes:duration>
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    <title>81 - Real Topics, Real Opinions!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Tonight we weathered the storm and discussed everything from Flint, Michigan to Stacey Dash and how you can become a Diva's MPH. Rachel Ruffin from Diva's MPH, joined us to chat about their upcoming event in DC & ATL February 6th (@divasmph Facebook: Diva's MPH) Save the date- March 2nd we will be celebrating our second anniversary, stay connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Tonight we weathered the storm and discussed everything from Flint, Michigan to Stacey Dash and how you can become a Diva's MPH. Rachel Ruffin from Diva's MPH, joined us to chat about their upcoming event in DC & ATL February 6th (@divasmph Facebook: D...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tonight we weathered the storm and discussed everything from Flint, Michigan to Stacey Dash and how you can become a Diva's MPH. Rachel Ruffin from Diva's MPH, joined us to chat about their upcoming event in DC & ATL February 6th (@divasmph Facebook: Diva's MPH) Save the date- March 2nd we will be celebrating our second anniversary, stay connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3520</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>80 - Time to Get That Body Right</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Was weight-loss apart of your New Year's Resolution? Even if it wasn't,  tonight we talked with Alexander Roane (www.theroanexperience.weebly.com) about working out, being committed and what needs to be done in the kitchen. Tune in and get connected! ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Was weight-loss apart of your New Year's Resolution? Even if it wasn't,  tonight we talked with Alexander Roane (www.theroanexperience.weebly.com) about working out, being committed and what needs to be done in the kitchen. Tune in and get connected! ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Was weight-loss apart of your New Year's Resolution? Even if it wasn't,  tonight we talked with Alexander Roane (www.theroanexperience.weebly.com) about working out, being committed and what needs to be done in the kitchen. Tune in and get connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3504</itunes:duration>
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    <title>79 -  First Things First</title>
    <description><![CDATA[First show of the New Year, Star had #TaglineNews & finance expert Dominique Broadway (www.dominquebroadway.com), gave us a few financial tips vital for 2016! Tune and #GetConnected]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[First show of the New Year, Star had #TaglineNews & finance expert Dominique Broadway (www.dominquebroadway.com), gave us a few financial tips vital for 2016! Tune and #GetConnected]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[First show of the New Year, Star had #TaglineNews & finance expert Dominique Broadway (www.dominquebroadway.com), gave us a few financial tips vital for 2016! Tune and #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2016 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3497</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>2015 Recap Show</title>
    <description><![CDATA[In honor of the last show of 2015, we recapped the biggest stories, products, sayings & songs of 2015! Along side @djsetfire who "set fire" to the Hot and  not so hot songs of the year. We appreciate the support & for EVERYTIME you tuned in to listen. Until 2016....]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In honor of the last show of 2015, we recapped the biggest stories, products, sayings & songs of 2015! Along side @djsetfire who "set fire" to the Hot and  not so hot songs of the year. We appreciate the support & for EVERYTIME you tuned in to listen. ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In honor of the last show of 2015, we recapped the biggest stories, products, sayings & songs of 2015! Along side @djsetfire who "set fire" to the Hot and  not so hot songs of the year. We appreciate the support & for EVERYTIME you tuned in to listen. Until 2016....]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3536</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>77 - Artist Spotlight w/Chaz French</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Tonight we had a chance to chat with rapper Chaz French (@ChazFrenchhh) during his first radio interview about his new music & inspiration behind the music. Will, Star & Sharnikya also expanded on Santa, gifting, music, decorations and the dreaded convo of dating during the holidays!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Tonight we had a chance to chat with rapper Chaz French (@ChazFrenchhh) during his first radio interview about his new music & inspiration behind the music. Will, Star & Sharnikya also expanded on Santa, gifting, music, decorations and the dreaded conv...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tonight we had a chance to chat with rapper Chaz French (@ChazFrenchhh) during his first radio interview about his new music & inspiration behind the music. Will, Star & Sharnikya also expanded on Santa, gifting, music, decorations and the dreaded convo of dating during the holidays!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3502</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>76 - The Connect w/ Chef Brazil</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Marcus Ellis (@marcusiceellis)  stopped by to share with us his event for #GiveWithAPurpose, this Saturday! Soon after, Chef Brazil (@spycechef) put the "zing in zang" and whipped up a delicious dish while sharing his story. #GetConnected]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Marcus Ellis (@marcusiceellis)  stopped by to share with us his event for #GiveWithAPurpose, this Saturday! Soon after, Chef Brazil (@spycechef) put the "zing in zang" and whipped up a delicious dish while sharing his story. #GetConnected]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Marcus Ellis (@marcusiceellis)  stopped by to share with us his event for #GiveWithAPurpose, this Saturday! Soon after, Chef Brazil (@spycechef) put the "zing in zang" and whipped up a delicious dish while sharing his story. #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>75 - Time to Boss Up!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Can you say boss up? Tonight's show was nothing short of inspiring. Will & Star shared their personal entrepreneurial story along side Love, Grace founder, Indya Hicks. Get connected! www.lovegracethebrand.com @lovegracethebrand]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Can you say boss up? Tonight's show was nothing short of inspiring. Will & Star shared their personal entrepreneurial story along side Love, Grace founder, Indya Hicks. Get connected! www.lovegracethebrand.com @lovegracethebrand]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Can you say boss up? Tonight's show was nothing short of inspiring. Will & Star shared their personal entrepreneurial story along side Love, Grace founder, Indya Hicks. Get connected! www.lovegracethebrand.com @lovegracethebrand]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3405</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>74 - Artist Spotlight with Chef Horatio of Capital Hill Crab Cakes</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Oh What a time to be in the studio! Chef Horatio of @caphillcrabcakes came in studio to tell us about how he got started as a Chef and he also gave us a Live demo of what we could do with those Holiday Leftovers! Dr. Will Blake and Rictor Craig of the National Associates of Black Male Educators (www.nabme.org) joined the crew in studio during the "Be The Change" segment of the show, to talk about their new organization and to stress the importance of there being more black male educators. Tune in and get connected! Don't forget to tweet us or to visit our Instagram page @TheConnect202]]></description>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Oh What a time to be in the studio! Chef Horatio of @caphillcrabcakes came in studio to tell us about how he got started as a Chef and he also gave us a Live demo of what we could do with those Holiday Leftovers! Dr. Will Blake and Rictor Craig of the ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Oh What a time to be in the studio! Chef Horatio of @caphillcrabcakes came in studio to tell us about how he got started as a Chef and he also gave us a Live demo of what we could do with those Holiday Leftovers! Dr. Will Blake and Rictor Craig of the National Associates of Black Male Educators (www.nabme.org) joined the crew in studio during the "Be The Change" segment of the show, to talk about their new organization and to stress the importance of there being more black male educators. Tune in and get connected! Don't forget to tweet us or to visit our Instagram page @TheConnect202]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3396</itunes:duration>
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    <title>73 -  West Coast Hip Hop Pioneer Alonzo &quot;Lonzo&quot; Williams Interview</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the crew sat down with Graphic designer and Author Casey Renee (CaseyRenee.com) to talk about her soon to release book "Branding While Breastfeeding". CEO of The Queen Academy Tataum Harrison joined the crew during the Be The Change segment to talk about her organizations 5 Week program for young girls and parents. And lonzo Williams called in to talk about his book N.W.A Not  Without Alonzo.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the crew sat down with Graphic designer and Author Casey Renee (CaseyRenee.com) to talk about her soon to release book "Branding While Breastfeeding". CEO of The Queen Academy Tataum Harrison joined the crew during the B...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, the crew sat down with Graphic designer and Author Casey Renee (CaseyRenee.com) to talk about her soon to release book "Branding While Breastfeeding". CEO of The Queen Academy Tataum Harrison joined the crew during the Be The Change segment to talk about her organizations 5 Week program for young girls and parents. And lonzo Williams called in to talk about his book N.W.A Not  Without Alonzo.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3622</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Alonzo Williams, Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>72 - The Connect Artist Spotlight with Rapper F.A.M.E</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and Nikya sat down with rapper F.A.M.E (@fameishiphop) to talk about his new project , his musical inspiration, and how to survive in the entertainment industry. The crew also had a chance to sit with Louis Sweeney (klfitness) to talk about a new dynamic fitness assessment. And Dj SetFire blazed the turntables live in studio! Tune in and Get Connected and make sure you listen close to the crew discuss who's on their top 5 rappers list (Great Debate)!
]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and Nikya sat down with rapper F.A.M.E (@fameishiphop) to talk about his new project , his musical inspiration, and how to survive in the entertainment industry. The crew also had a chance to sit with Louis Sweeney (...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and Nikya sat down with rapper F.A.M.E (@fameishiphop) to talk about his new project , his musical inspiration, and how to survive in the entertainment industry. The crew also had a chance to sit with Louis Sweeney (klfitness) to talk about a new dynamic fitness assessment. And Dj SetFire blazed the turntables live in studio! Tune in and Get Connected and make sure you listen close to the crew discuss who's on their top 5 rappers list (Great Debate)!
]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5432</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>71 - Hot Topics and More!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The crew was joined by Professor Sonia B. to discuss the Black Lives Matter Movement, Lamar Odom, Mental Health and so much more! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The crew was joined by Professor Sonia B. to discuss the Black Lives Matter Movement, Lamar Odom, Mental Health and so much more! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The crew was joined by Professor Sonia B. to discuss the Black Lives Matter Movement, Lamar Odom, Mental Health and so much more! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5088</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>70 - Breast Cancer Awareness and Justice or Else</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Star, and guest co-host Nikya spoke with with entrepreneur Jeremiah Woods (brotherstiedforlife.com) about his rising business and his experience as an entrepreneur. They were also able speak in depth about the Justice or Else March in Washington DC and Mrs. Candace Hicks joined the crew to talk about hear fight with breast cancer and her life after overcoming breast cancer. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Star, and guest co-host Nikya spoke with with entrepreneur Jeremiah Woods (brotherstiedforlife.com) about his rising business and his experience as an entrepreneur. They were also able speak in depth about the Justi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Star, and guest co-host Nikya spoke with with entrepreneur Jeremiah Woods (brotherstiedforlife.com) about his rising business and his experience as an entrepreneur. They were also able speak in depth about the Justice or Else March in Washington DC and Mrs. Candace Hicks joined the crew to talk about hear fight with breast cancer and her life after overcoming breast cancer. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <title>69 - Bryson Tiller Interview and Dental Hygiene Month</title>
    <description><![CDATA[ On this episode of The Connect Will and Star set with Life time Volunteer Sharnikya Howard (@lifeabundantly34) during the "Be The Change Segment" to learn more about the work she's doing with the Central Union Mission and their upcoming Heart and Sole Event. Will also had an opportunity to sit with R&B Sensation Bryson Tiller (@BrysonTiller) to talk about his New album/mixtape T R A P S O U L and his hit single "Don't".  The crew even took some time to speak with Dental Hygienist Laverne T. about Dental Hygiene Month and the importance of taking care of the mouth! Tune in and like Will says "tell a friend to tell a friend to a friend to tune in and Get Connected"!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[ On this episode of The Connect Will and Star set with Life time Volunteer Sharnikya Howard (@lifeabundantly34) during the "Be The Change Segment" to learn more about the work she's doing with the Central Union Mission and their upcoming Heart and Sole...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ On this episode of The Connect Will and Star set with Life time Volunteer Sharnikya Howard (@lifeabundantly34) during the "Be The Change Segment" to learn more about the work she's doing with the Central Union Mission and their upcoming Heart and Sole Event. Will also had an opportunity to sit with R&B Sensation Bryson Tiller (@BrysonTiller) to talk about his New album/mixtape T R A P S O U L and his hit single "Don't".  The crew even took some time to speak with Dental Hygienist Laverne T. about Dental Hygiene Month and the importance of taking care of the mouth! Tune in and like Will says "tell a friend to tell a friend to a friend to tune in and Get Connected"!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4806</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>68 - Artist Spotlight-- DJ Set Fire</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect  app developer LaKweisha Ewing, Co-Owner of Biz Boom Apps called in to talk about how she and her partners started their company and what it is like being an African- American Woman in the tech world. Local DJ, DJ Set Fire (@djsetfire) also came through the studio and broke down the importance of  "The DJ". He chatted about what separates him from most Dj's and what it takes to be a Great Dj! Tune and get connected and remember "Respect the DJ"!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1454314363" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect  app developer LaKweisha Ewing, Co-Owner of Biz Boom Apps called in to talk about how she and her partners started their company and what it is like being an African- American Woman in the tech world. Local DJ, DJ Set Fir...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect  app developer LaKweisha Ewing, Co-Owner of Biz Boom Apps called in to talk about how she and her partners started their company and what it is like being an African- American Woman in the tech world. Local DJ, DJ Set Fire (@djsetfire) also came through the studio and broke down the importance of  "The DJ". He chatted about what separates him from most Dj's and what it takes to be a Great Dj! Tune and get connected and remember "Respect the DJ"!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5279</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>67 -  Girl Code: The Connect Edition</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Will and Star interviewed Craig Henderson, Creator of Ibii- I Bring Ideas and Inspiration (www.ibiiworld.com) during the Be The Change Segment. Then Star hosted a panel of amazing women and talked Girl Code! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Will and Star interviewed Craig Henderson, Creator of Ibii- I Bring Ideas and Inspiration (www.ibiiworld.com) during the Be The Change Segment. Then Star hosted a panel of amazing women and talked Girl Code! Tune in and ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect, Will and Star interviewed Craig Henderson, Creator of Ibii- I Bring Ideas and Inspiration (www.ibiiworld.com) during the Be The Change Segment. Then Star hosted a panel of amazing women and talked Girl Code! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5377</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>66 - August Artist Spotlight</title>
    <description><![CDATA[ On this episode of The Connect, Will (@ImJustBeingWill) and Star (@faithisbeauty) sat with Contemporary Gospel Artist KLS (@KLS_Experience) to talk about his new single "Love Sick" and his soon to be released EP. Hip Hop Artist Yusha Assad (@yushaassadmusic) also stopped through to talk about his new video for "Hope" and the Hope campaign. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1451895062" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[ On this episode of The Connect, Will (@ImJustBeingWill) and Star (@faithisbeauty) sat with Contemporary Gospel Artist KLS (@KLS_Experience) to talk about his new single "Love Sick" and his soon to be released EP. Hip Hop Artist Yusha Assad (@yushaassa...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ On this episode of The Connect, Will (@ImJustBeingWill) and Star (@faithisbeauty) sat with Contemporary Gospel Artist KLS (@KLS_Experience) to talk about his new single "Love Sick" and his soon to be released EP. Hip Hop Artist Yusha Assad (@yushaassadmusic) also stopped through to talk about his new video for "Hope" and the Hope campaign. Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4866</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>65 - Pray for DC</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will was joined by Adam Butler (@msr_adam) and Ashlee Koonce (@theashleeagency) to discuss the recent uprise of violence in Washington, DC. Will, Adam, and Ashlee not only discussed the reason why there was so much violence, but what we as a community needed to do to decrease and eventually stop the violence. Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will was joined by Adam Butler (@msr_adam) and Ashlee Koonce (@theashleeagency) to discuss the recent uprise of violence in Washington, DC. Will, Adam, and Ashlee not only discussed the reason why there was so much violen...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will was joined by Adam Butler (@msr_adam) and Ashlee Koonce (@theashleeagency) to discuss the recent uprise of violence in Washington, DC. Will, Adam, and Ashlee not only discussed the reason why there was so much violence, but what we as a community needed to do to decrease and eventually stop the violence. Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5355</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>64 - Topics That Matter</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Brandon Brown founder of Ms Independent Auto called in during the "Be The Change" segment to tell us about how he is empowering women with the knowledge to be accountable for their vehicles. Star and Will also had the opportunity to discuss Ferguson 1 Year later, Politics, our Justice system, Ciara & Russell Wilson, and more with Professor Sonia Brown. Tune in and get connected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Brandon Brown founder of Ms Independent Auto called in during the "Be The Change" segment to tell us about how he is empowering women with the knowledge to be accountable for their vehicles. Star and Will also had the opportunity to discuss Ferguson 1 ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brandon Brown founder of Ms Independent Auto called in during the "Be The Change" segment to tell us about how he is empowering women with the knowledge to be accountable for their vehicles. Star and Will also had the opportunity to discuss Ferguson 1 Year later, Politics, our Justice system, Ciara & Russell Wilson, and more with Professor Sonia Brown. Tune in and get connected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5396</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>63 -  The Connect Artist Spotlight</title>
    <description><![CDATA[New Artist 5ive (@Iam5ive) dropped by the studio to debut her new single "Fakin" and to give us a snippet of what we can expect from her real soon. DC's own The Future Band (@futurebanddc) also dropped by to tell us about their upcoming project and how they have been able to stay relevant as a group and as band in DC. Tune in and check out these Great artist and #GetConnected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[New Artist 5ive (@Iam5ive) dropped by the studio to debut her new single "Fakin" and to give us a snippet of what we can expect from her real soon. DC's own The Future Band (@futurebanddc) also dropped by to tell us about their upcoming project and how...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[New Artist 5ive (@Iam5ive) dropped by the studio to debut her new single "Fakin" and to give us a snippet of what we can expect from her real soon. DC's own The Future Band (@futurebanddc) also dropped by to tell us about their upcoming project and how they have been able to stay relevant as a group and as band in DC. Tune in and check out these Great artist and #GetConnected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5298</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>62 - Cultural Appropriation in 2015</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Nicole were joined by an amazing group to discuss cultural appropriation in 2015. They were also joined by TV Host and Film Maker Izzy Valenzuela, to talk about her documentary 27 Winters Later and her upcoming documentary on the happenings in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. So Tune in and #GetConnected]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Nicole were joined by an amazing group to discuss cultural appropriation in 2015. They were also joined by TV Host and Film Maker Izzy Valenzuela, to talk about her documentary 27 Winters Later and her upcoming documentary on the happen...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Nicole were joined by an amazing group to discuss cultural appropriation in 2015. They were also joined by TV Host and Film Maker Izzy Valenzuela, to talk about her documentary 27 Winters Later and her upcoming documentary on the happenings in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. So Tune in and #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5455</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>61 - We Got Hot Topics!!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, and Star interviewed  Fitness trainer Troyleesha Brooks (Troy) Founder/ CEO of Souled Out Fitness, during the Be The Change Segment. Natural Hair blogger Vecoya Greene (@Vecoya) also stopped by to discuss her upcoming natural hair event in Washington, D.C. Will, Nicole, and Star also got to weigh in on all this weeks hot topics! Cosby, Trump, confederate flag, and much more! Tune and in get connected.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, and Star interviewed  Fitness trainer Troyleesha Brooks (Troy) Founder/ CEO of Souled Out Fitness, during the Be The Change Segment. Natural Hair blogger Vecoya Greene (@Vecoya) also stopped by to discuss he...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, and Star interviewed  Fitness trainer Troyleesha Brooks (Troy) Founder/ CEO of Souled Out Fitness, during the Be The Change Segment. Natural Hair blogger Vecoya Greene (@Vecoya) also stopped by to discuss her upcoming natural hair event in Washington, D.C. Will, Nicole, and Star also got to weigh in on all this weeks hot topics! Cosby, Trump, confederate flag, and much more! Tune and in get connected.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3486</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>60 - The Connect&#39;s Got Talent Vol. 5</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Star, Will, and guest host Joppy had the opportunity to sit down with singer Emma Davis (@emmalovesdonuts_) and talk music! Emma talked about her influences and her take on the music industry...Also Maria Brown called in to talk about her organization Pretty Girls Teen Center (www.prettygirlteencenter.org)]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1446452560" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Star, Will, and guest host Joppy had the opportunity to sit down with singer Emma Davis (@emmalovesdonuts_) and talk music! Emma talked about her influences and her take on the music industry...Also Maria Brown called in to talk about her organization ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Star, Will, and guest host Joppy had the opportunity to sit down with singer Emma Davis (@emmalovesdonuts_) and talk music! Emma talked about her influences and her take on the music industry...Also Maria Brown called in to talk about her organization Pretty Girls Teen Center (www.prettygirlteencenter.org)]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3538</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>59 - Happy Father&#39;s Day</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Nicole had the opportunity to talk with App designer Sheena Allen of Sheena Allen Apps, about how she got started in the tech industry and why she began creating apps that millions of people use daily. Morris Jackson and Billy Jackson, joined the crew to discuss Father's Day and some of the misconceptions/stereotypes that are out there about African American Father's. You also get to hear the Father's talk about disciplining their children and so much more! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1445843596" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Nicole had the opportunity to talk with App designer Sheena Allen of Sheena Allen Apps, about how she got started in the tech industry and why she began creating apps that millions of people use daily. Morris Jackson and Billy Jackson, ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Nicole had the opportunity to talk with App designer Sheena Allen of Sheena Allen Apps, about how she got started in the tech industry and why she began creating apps that millions of people use daily. Morris Jackson and Billy Jackson, joined the crew to discuss Father's Day and some of the misconceptions/stereotypes that are out there about African American Father's. You also get to hear the Father's talk about disciplining their children and so much more! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3495</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>58 - But Why Tho: Relationship/Dating Edition Part 2</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Last week was so good, we had to run it back! This time around Flowetry Man The Poetic Rockstar came through to join the conversation and to drop off his new single "Dance a Little" (www.flowetryman.com).  Does where a person work matter when dating? Is a coupon or gift card cool to use on a date? Is it okay to "hook up" your friends?! Tune in and get the answers (in our opinion) to those questions, and much more!!!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1445239863" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Last week was so good, we had to run it back! This time around Flowetry Man The Poetic Rockstar came through to join the conversation and to drop off his new single "Dance a Little" (www.flowetryman.com).  Does where a person work matter when dating? I...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Last week was so good, we had to run it back! This time around Flowetry Man The Poetic Rockstar came through to join the conversation and to drop off his new single "Dance a Little" (www.flowetryman.com).  Does where a person work matter when dating? Is a coupon or gift card cool to use on a date? Is it okay to "hook up" your friends?! Tune in and get the answers (in our opinion) to those questions, and much more!!!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3483</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Will Jackson, the Connect, blis, Flowetry Man,Dance a Little, dating</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>57 -  But Why Tho: Relationship/Dating Edition</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Is Chivalry dead? Who bends more in a relationship, men or women? What questions do you ask during those first few dates? Those are just a few questions Will, Star, Nicole and guest answered during this episode of The Connect! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1444634222" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Is Chivalry dead? Who bends more in a relationship, men or women? What questions do you ask during those first few dates? Those are just a few questions Will, Star, Nicole and guest answered during this episode of The Connect! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Is Chivalry dead? Who bends more in a relationship, men or women? What questions do you ask during those first few dates? Those are just a few questions Will, Star, Nicole and guest answered during this episode of The Connect! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3543</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>56 - The Connect&#39;s Got Talent Vol.4 </title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will and Star had an opportunity to sit with local artist, Roy Patten, Jr. and the group Rebel Culture to discuss how they got started, what keeps them inspired, and so much more! They even gave us a little performance! Tune in and get connected. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1443942939" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will and Star had an opportunity to sit with local artist, Roy Patten, Jr. and the group Rebel Culture to discuss how they got started, what keeps them inspired, and so much more! They even gave us a little performance! Tune in and get connected. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will and Star had an opportunity to sit with local artist, Roy Patten, Jr. and the group Rebel Culture to discuss how they got started, what keeps them inspired, and so much more! They even gave us a little performance! Tune in and get connected. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3563</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Special Interview with Singer/Song Writer Kevin Ross</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Special interview and performance from Kevin Ross]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1443338565" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Special interview and performance from Kevin Ross]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Special interview and performance from Kevin Ross]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://www.buzzsprout.com/34654/275341-special-interview-with-singer-song-writer-kevin-ross.mp3" length="27840640" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3472</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>54 - Before you start winning &amp; The Love Contract</title>
    <description><![CDATA[With so many people aspiring to be a business owners, Will & crew thought it was necessary to discuss what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur! Joined by a few amazing guest, the crew touched on a few interesting points to get the aspiring entrepreneur off to the right start. But wait... Love Contract?? What's that? Listen to Stars take on the love contract and ask yourself would you do it! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1442819668" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[With so many people aspiring to be a business owners, Will & crew thought it was necessary to discuss what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur! Joined by a few amazing guest, the crew touched on a few interesting points to get the aspiring entrepr...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[With so many people aspiring to be a business owners, Will & crew thought it was necessary to discuss what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur! Joined by a few amazing guest, the crew touched on a few interesting points to get the aspiring entrepreneur off to the right start. But wait... Love Contract?? What's that? Listen to Stars take on the love contract and ask yourself would you do it! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3598</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>53 -  Freddie Gray, Baltimore, and Solutions</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, and Star took time to discuss the unfortunate death of Freddie Gray and the recent Baltimore riot. The team thought that it was important to really discuss what needs to be done to bridge the gap between the police and the Community and how these instances can be avoided.  Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1441610128" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, and Star took time to discuss the unfortunate death of Freddie Gray and the recent Baltimore riot. The team thought that it was important to really discuss what needs to be done to bridge the gap between the police and the Community and h...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, and Star took time to discuss the unfortunate death of Freddie Gray and the recent Baltimore riot. The team thought that it was important to really discuss what needs to be done to bridge the gap between the police and the Community and how these instances can be avoided.  Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3461</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>52 - Talking Fashion and Style </title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, and Star got a chance to sit with Ms. Mia Wright founder and curator of We CAN-CER vive! Cancer Awareness Event, an exclusive fashion affair where survivors and persons directly affected by cancer will rip the runway in DC premiere clothing boutique fashions. They also had a opportunity to talk fashion and style with Ms. Schuntel Reddock Fashion Blogger and Stylist  (www.msstyleandgrace.com) and Ms. LaChelle, Stylist (@StylesByElle) about some of the latest trends, how to shop on a budget, and how to build a your wardrobe! Don't worry Fellas, we got you too! Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1441005742" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, and Star got a chance to sit with Ms. Mia Wright founder and curator of We CAN-CER vive! Cancer Awareness Event, an exclusive fashion affair where survivors and persons directly affected by cancer will rip t...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, and Star got a chance to sit with Ms. Mia Wright founder and curator of We CAN-CER vive! Cancer Awareness Event, an exclusive fashion affair where survivors and persons directly affected by cancer will rip the runway in DC premiere clothing boutique fashions. They also had a opportunity to talk fashion and style with Ms. Schuntel Reddock Fashion Blogger and Stylist  (www.msstyleandgrace.com) and Ms. LaChelle, Stylist (@StylesByElle) about some of the latest trends, how to shop on a budget, and how to build a your wardrobe! Don't worry Fellas, we got you too! Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <guid>http://www.buzzsprout.com/34654/267510-52-talking-fashion-and-style.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3562</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>51 -  Be the Change and Hot Topics</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and Nicole held down the fort and had an amazing conversation with Mr. Al Tillman about his organization No Opportunity Wasted Inc.  (www.nooppwasted.org) and his efforts to help formerly incarcerated and homeless individuals gain employment and so much more.  Will and Nicole also tackled several topics and asked, But Why Tho?! Tune in and get connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1440400553" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and Nicole held down the fort and had an amazing conversation with Mr. Al Tillman about his organization No Opportunity Wasted Inc.  (www.nooppwasted.org) and his efforts to help formerly incarcerated and homeless in...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and Nicole held down the fort and had an amazing conversation with Mr. Al Tillman about his organization No Opportunity Wasted Inc.  (www.nooppwasted.org) and his efforts to help formerly incarcerated and homeless individuals gain employment and so much more.  Will and Nicole also tackled several topics and asked, But Why Tho?! Tune in and get connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <guid>http://www.buzzsprout.com/34654/265018-51-be-the-change-and-hot-topics.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3390</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>50 - Chef Aiden takes over</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Chef Aiden J. Baptiste-Boissiere
( www.aidenscuisine.com ) an accountant turned personal chef and caterer who serves the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area joined Will, Nicole, Al, and Star to talk about his soon to release cook book, entrepreneurship, and how he made the decision to go from accountant to Chef! Chef Aiden also prepared a special dish for the team! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1439882252" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Chef Aiden J. Baptiste-Boissiere
( www.aidenscuisine.com ) an accountant turned personal chef and caterer who serves the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area joined Will, Nicole, Al, and Star to talk about his soon to release cook book, entrepreneurshi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Chef Aiden J. Baptiste-Boissiere
( www.aidenscuisine.com ) an accountant turned personal chef and caterer who serves the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area joined Will, Nicole, Al, and Star to talk about his soon to release cook book, entrepreneurship, and how he made the decision to go from accountant to Chef! Chef Aiden also prepared a special dish for the team! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3450</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>49 - Ladies Takeover</title>
    <description><![CDATA[With this being the last weekend of Women's History Month, the ladies Star and Nicole took over the show and had some amazing guest come on and talk about friendships, relationships, and some juicy hot topics! Nicole also had a few of the fellas come in and represent for the male species! They took the relationship discussion to the next level and gave us a sneak peek at what they talk about in their Facebook group "DatTruth"! So make sure you tune in and #GetConnected]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1438575353" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[With this being the last weekend of Women's History Month, the ladies Star and Nicole took over the show and had some amazing guest come on and talk about friendships, relationships, and some juicy hot topics! Nicole also had a few of the fellas come i...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[With this being the last weekend of Women's History Month, the ladies Star and Nicole took over the show and had some amazing guest come on and talk about friendships, relationships, and some juicy hot topics! Nicole also had a few of the fellas come in and represent for the male species! They took the relationship discussion to the next level and gave us a sneak peek at what they talk about in their Facebook group "DatTruth"! So make sure you tune in and #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3375</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>48 - The Connect&#39;s Got Talent Vol.3</title>
    <description><![CDATA[As part of our The Connect's Got Talent series, Spoken Word Artist Epiphany (@epiphanyswords) and Singer Brittany Tanner (@brittctann) stopped through the show to talk about their upcoming and new projects. They also gave us a live performance, so tune in and get connected! ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1437884276" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[As part of our The Connect's Got Talent series, Spoken Word Artist Epiphany (@epiphanyswords) and Singer Brittany Tanner (@brittctann) stopped through the show to talk about their upcoming and new projects. They also gave us a live performance, so tune...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As part of our The Connect's Got Talent series, Spoken Word Artist Epiphany (@epiphanyswords) and Singer Brittany Tanner (@brittctann) stopped through the show to talk about their upcoming and new projects. They also gave us a live performance, so tune in and get connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <guid>http://www.buzzsprout.com/34654/256594-48-the-connect-s-got-talent-vol-3.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3516</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>47 - Who runs the world, Girls!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[With March being Women's history month Will, Nicole, Al and Star wanted to sit with some amazing women who are working to make a difference in this world! The team sat with Author, teacher, and mentor Mahogany Woodland (www.mahoganywoodland.com) and  Tiffani Berry, Life Coach, speaker, artist and future author (www.lifebyexpression.com) and discussed women and how amazing they are! Tune in and hear the teams opinions on how women are portrayed in the publics eye, double standards, and how the country would respond to a female President.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1437365735" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[With March being Women's history month Will, Nicole, Al and Star wanted to sit with some amazing women who are working to make a difference in this world! The team sat with Author, teacher, and mentor Mahogany Woodland (www.mahoganywoodland.com) and  T...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[With March being Women's history month Will, Nicole, Al and Star wanted to sit with some amazing women who are working to make a difference in this world! The team sat with Author, teacher, and mentor Mahogany Woodland (www.mahoganywoodland.com) and  Tiffani Berry, Life Coach, speaker, artist and future author (www.lifebyexpression.com) and discussed women and how amazing they are! Tune in and hear the teams opinions on how women are portrayed in the publics eye, double standards, and how the country would respond to a female President.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2015 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3552</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>46 -  WTH???</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Another Shooting, No Civil Rights Charges?? WTH???!  Will, Nicole, Al, Star, and guest Jermon Williams of Broccoli City discuss the recent police shooting, the Ferguson police department, and more! The Crew even had an opportunity to discuss Selma 50years later. Jermon also took sometime to tell listeners about the upcoming Broccoli City Earth Day Festival and the impact it has on the community!  Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Another Shooting, No Civil Rights Charges?? WTH???!  Will, Nicole, Al, Star, and guest Jermon Williams of Broccoli City discuss the recent police shooting, the Ferguson police department, and more! The Crew even had an opportunity to discuss Selma 50ye...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Another Shooting, No Civil Rights Charges?? WTH???!  Will, Nicole, Al, Star, and guest Jermon Williams of Broccoli City discuss the recent police shooting, the Ferguson police department, and more! The Crew even had an opportunity to discuss Selma 50years later. Jermon also took sometime to tell listeners about the upcoming Broccoli City Earth Day Festival and the impact it has on the community!  Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2015 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3013</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>45 - The Connect&#39;s Got Talent #2</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Hip Hop Artist Yusha Assad The multitalented Mariah Ivey joined the team to talk about their new projects, their upcoming tour, and the things that inspires their art! Yusha and Mariah gave great insight on being in the entertainment industry and they also gave us a sneak peak of what we will hear on their albums and their tour!  Al Lewis had the opportunity to sit and talk to Natasha Brown about her New Book, "10 Blessing of Betrayal" (Now Available on Amazon). Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Hip Hop Artist Yusha Assad The multitalented Mariah Ivey joined the team to talk about their new projects, their upcoming tour, and the things that inspires their art! Yusha and Mariah gave great insight on being in the entertainment industry and they ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Hip Hop Artist Yusha Assad The multitalented Mariah Ivey joined the team to talk about their new projects, their upcoming tour, and the things that inspires their art! Yusha and Mariah gave great insight on being in the entertainment industry and they also gave us a sneak peak of what we will hear on their albums and their tour!  Al Lewis had the opportunity to sit and talk to Natasha Brown about her New Book, "10 Blessing of Betrayal" (Now Available on Amazon). Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3620</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>44 - Divorce, Single Parent Households, and Custody battles in 2015</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Mr. Tony Spann, Family Therapist from "You in Mind Psychotherapy & Consultation" joined the team to talk about Divorce, Single Parent Households, and Custody battles in 2015. Nicole came with Black History facts, and Star delivered "Tag Line"News as only she can!! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1434256227" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Mr. Tony Spann, Family Therapist from "You in Mind Psychotherapy & Consultation" joined the team to talk about Divorce, Single Parent Households, and Custody battles in 2015. Nicole came with Black History facts, and Star delivered "Tag Line"News as on...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Mr. Tony Spann, Family Therapist from "You in Mind Psychotherapy & Consultation" joined the team to talk about Divorce, Single Parent Households, and Custody battles in 2015. Nicole came with Black History facts, and Star delivered "Tag Line"News as only she can!! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3532</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>43 - Super Bowl Sunday and we still got ish to say!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Al took some time to discuss some super bowl memories, Marshawn Lynch antics, Bobbi Kristina and much more! Listen to the team give their opinions on some of the hottest news topics! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1433652131" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Al took some time to discuss some super bowl memories, Marshawn Lynch antics, Bobbi Kristina and much more! Listen to the team give their opinions on some of the hottest news topics! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Al took some time to discuss some super bowl memories, Marshawn Lynch antics, Bobbi Kristina and much more! Listen to the team give their opinions on some of the hottest news topics! Tune in and #GetConnected]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3467</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>42 - The Connect&#39;s Got Talent Vol. 1</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Orville The Poet and Flowetery Man the Poetic Rockstar joined the team to talk about their art, what inspires them and why they decided to start sharing their poetic words with the DMV and beyond!
Mr. Damon Jones sat with Al Lewis during The Be the Change Segment and talked about how he is helping students in the DMV with  S.T.E.M and his S.O.C.K.S movement and how the collection of socks is helping the homeless!
Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Orville The Poet and Flowetery Man the Poetic Rockstar joined the team to talk about their art, what inspires them and why they decided to start sharing their poetic words with the DMV and beyond!
Mr. Damon Jones sat with Al Lewis during The Be the Ch...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Orville The Poet and Flowetery Man the Poetic Rockstar joined the team to talk about their art, what inspires them and why they decided to start sharing their poetic words with the DMV and beyond!
Mr. Damon Jones sat with Al Lewis during The Be the Change Segment and talked about how he is helping students in the DMV with  S.T.E.M and his S.O.C.K.S movement and how the collection of socks is helping the homeless!
Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3511</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>41 - &quot;Get the job, Keep the job&quot;</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Al sat with some amazing people; Tierra King of Resume Matters, Promise Hymes of Virginia Public Schools, and Ed W. to discuss the importance of a well put together resume, how to prepare for the interview, and some things you should and shouldn't do during the interview process! The panel was able to touch on the importance of making that first impression and they were also able to speak on why how you portray yourself on social media may have an impact on whether or not you get the job! Tune in and GetConnected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1432442278" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Al sat with some amazing people; Tierra King of Resume Matters, Promise Hymes of Virginia Public Schools, and Ed W. to discuss the importance of a well put together resume, how to prepare for the interview, and some things you should an...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Star, and Al sat with some amazing people; Tierra King of Resume Matters, Promise Hymes of Virginia Public Schools, and Ed W. to discuss the importance of a well put together resume, how to prepare for the interview, and some things you should and shouldn't do during the interview process! The panel was able to touch on the importance of making that first impression and they were also able to speak on why how you portray yourself on social media may have an impact on whether or not you get the job! Tune in and GetConnected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3265</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Show #40</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Everything That's Hot]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Everything That's Hot]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Everything That's Hot]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3435</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>39 -  New Year, New You! </title>
    <description><![CDATA[After a Little Break Will, Nicole, AL, and Star was back in studio with two amazing guest Finance Expert Dominique Broadway dominiquebroadway.com and Fitness Guru Anwar Golladay Owner of MyoFlexFit discussing two of the most common New Years Resolutions, financial freedom and to live a healthier lifestyle. Anwar and Dominique discussed the importance  of setting realistic goals, they were able to share a few resources that will help you achieve your financial or fitness goals, and they were able to address some of the misconceptions that surrounds financial freedom and living a healthier lifestyle. Also during this episode of The Connect Star did a recap of some of 2014's Hottest stories and Al Lewis had the opportunity to chat with Author of the Book The Blessing In The Breaking,  Taronza Graves during The Be The Change Segment! Tune in and Get Connected! ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[After a Little Break Will, Nicole, AL, and Star was back in studio with two amazing guest Finance Expert Dominique Broadway dominiquebroadway.com and Fitness Guru Anwar Golladay Owner of MyoFlexFit discussing two of the most common New Years Resolution...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[After a Little Break Will, Nicole, AL, and Star was back in studio with two amazing guest Finance Expert Dominique Broadway dominiquebroadway.com and Fitness Guru Anwar Golladay Owner of MyoFlexFit discussing two of the most common New Years Resolutions, financial freedom and to live a healthier lifestyle. Anwar and Dominique discussed the importance  of setting realistic goals, they were able to share a few resources that will help you achieve your financial or fitness goals, and they were able to address some of the misconceptions that surrounds financial freedom and living a healthier lifestyle. Also during this episode of The Connect Star did a recap of some of 2014's Hottest stories and Al Lewis had the opportunity to chat with Author of the Book The Blessing In The Breaking,  Taronza Graves during The Be The Change Segment! Tune in and Get Connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2015 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3572</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>38 - What&#39;s Going On?!</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, Al, and Star had an opportunity to sit-down with some DC's most promising Change makers Randi Gloss www.glossrags.com, Barry Benson www.bensonwatch.com, and Jason Wallace www.communityone.org and discuss what it is that they do to affect change in and around  the community! The Crew also got a chance to discuss "What's Going On" in the news/society. Two NY PD Officers shot to death, What's going on over at Sony, Racism in Hip Hop and so much more on this episode of The Connect. #GetConnected ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1430108509" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, Al, and Star had an opportunity to sit-down with some DC's most promising Change makers Randi Gloss www.glossrags.com, Barry Benson www.bensonwatch.com, and Jason Wallace www.communityone.org and discuss what it is that they do to affect ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, Al, and Star had an opportunity to sit-down with some DC's most promising Change makers Randi Gloss www.glossrags.com, Barry Benson www.bensonwatch.com, and Jason Wallace www.communityone.org and discuss what it is that they do to affect change in and around  the community! The Crew also got a chance to discuss "What's Going On" in the news/society. Two NY PD Officers shot to death, What's going on over at Sony, Racism in Hip Hop and so much more on this episode of The Connect. #GetConnected ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2014 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3513</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>37 - The Aftermath (Part 2)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2014 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3561</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>36 - The Aftermath</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and team took some time to discuss Mike Brown, Eric Garner, and the outcome of those two cases. They really wanted to focus on solutions to prevent these types of situations from happening again. Also the authors of the Book "Evolutions of the Heart"
Nicky Hoes and Dannielle Williamson stop through to talk about their New book! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1428898915" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and team took some time to discuss Mike Brown, Eric Garner, and the outcome of those two cases. They really wanted to focus on solutions to prevent these types of situations from happening again. Also the authors of ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will and team took some time to discuss Mike Brown, Eric Garner, and the outcome of those two cases. They really wanted to focus on solutions to prevent these types of situations from happening again. Also the authors of the Book "Evolutions of the Heart"
Nicky Hoes and Dannielle Williamson stop through to talk about their New book! Tune in and Get Connected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2014 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3141</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>35 - Dating During the Holidays</title>
    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, Star, and Al had the pleasure of sitting with resident relationship expert Author Kanika Vann to discuss Dating During the Holidays! Is it possible? Do you buy the new boo a Christmas gift, if so how much do you spend? Are you considered  a side piece if your not invited to the family dinner? Those are just a few questions this wild bunch answered! The crew also had the opportunity to talk to Hip-Hop artist Yusah Assad about his New single Thanksgiving! Tune in and GetConnected!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1427689182" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, Star, and Al had the pleasure of sitting with resident relationship expert Author Kanika Vann to discuss Dating During the Holidays! Is it possible? Do you buy the new boo a Christmas gift, if so how much do...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of The Connect Will, Nicole, Star, and Al had the pleasure of sitting with resident relationship expert Author Kanika Vann to discuss Dating During the Holidays! Is it possible? Do you buy the new boo a Christmas gift, if so how much do you spend? Are you considered  a side piece if your not invited to the family dinner? Those are just a few questions this wild bunch answered! The crew also had the opportunity to talk to Hip-Hop artist Yusah Assad about his New single Thanksgiving! Tune in and GetConnected!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2014 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3478</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>34 - Hot Topics, Hot Topics! </title>
    <description><![CDATA[Tune in and Listen to Will, Nicole, and Star share their opinions on everything that's trending! #GetConnected 
]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/34654/artworks_large.jpg?1427170407" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Tune in and Listen to Will, Nicole, and Star share their opinions on everything that's trending! #GetConnected 
]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tune in and Listen to Will, Nicole, and Star share their opinions on everything that's trending! #GetConnected 
]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2014 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3498</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>33 - 2014 Mid Term Election Recap</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Jermon Williams joined the team to recap the mid term election and to provide some insight on what happens now with the shift of power in the House. The team also got a chance to sit with Maurice (@Betta_Mo) to learn more about the charity #SantaCause! Tune in and get connected!
]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/episode_artwork/221909/artworks_large.jpg?1440618487" />
    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Jermon Williams joined the team to recap the mid term election and to provide some insight on what happens now with the shift of power in the House. The team also got a chance to sit with Maurice (@Betta_Mo) to learn more about the charity #SantaCause!...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Jermon Williams joined the team to recap the mid term election and to provide some insight on what happens now with the shift of power in the House. The team also got a chance to sit with Maurice (@Betta_Mo) to learn more about the charity #SantaCause! Tune in and get connected!
]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2014 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3493</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson </itunes:keywords>
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    <title>32 - Street Harassment</title>
    <description><![CDATA["Hello Beautiful... Nooo stop harassing me!" Has a simple Hello, become harassment? Is "Cat Calling" only a Black thing? Tune in and hear Will, Nicole, Al, and Star's answers to those questions and so many more!
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA["Hello Beautiful... Nooo stop harassing me!" Has a simple Hello, become harassment? Is "Cat Calling" only a Black thing? Tune in and hear Will, Nicole, Al, and Star's answers to those questions and so many more!
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA["Hello Beautiful... Nooo stop harassing me!" Has a simple Hello, become harassment? Is "Cat Calling" only a Black thing? Tune in and hear Will, Nicole, Al, and Star's answers to those questions and so many more!
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    <itunes:duration>3470</itunes:duration>
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    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Tweet,Repost, Like, Comment ...Will, Nicole, Al, and special guest Author Kanika Vann (www.love-possible.com) took sometime to discuss the phenomenal tool called social media! If you want to find out why people are so attached to social media, how soci...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tweet,Repost, Like, Comment ...Will, Nicole, Al, and special guest Author Kanika Vann (www.love-possible.com) took sometime to discuss the phenomenal tool called social media! If you want to find out why people are so attached to social media, how social media is affecting relationships, and how social media is being used in our schools, then tune in and get connected! ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2014 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3500</itunes:duration>
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    <title>30 - This Light Skin, Dark Skin Thing</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, Star, friend to the Chris sat discussed the whole light skin vs Dark Skin thing! Do successful black men gravitate towards the "exotic" looking females? Does light skin women/men have an advantage in 2014? Tune in and find how the team answered those questions and so many more! #GetConnected ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, Star, friend to the Chris sat discussed the whole light skin vs Dark Skin thing! Do successful black men gravitate towards the "exotic" looking females? Does light skin women/men have an advantage in 2014? Tune in and find how the team an...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Will, Nicole, Star, friend to the Chris sat discussed the whole light skin vs Dark Skin thing! Do successful black men gravitate towards the "exotic" looking females? Does light skin women/men have an advantage in 2014? Tune in and find how the team answered those questions and so many more! #GetConnected ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2014 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3454</itunes:duration>
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    <description><![CDATA[The team got a chance to break down Raven Symone's controversial comments and go more in depth about why people struggle with excepting their culture, race, sex! Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The team got a chance to break down Raven Symone's controversial comments and go more in depth about why people struggle with excepting their culture, race, sex! Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The team got a chance to break down Raven Symone's controversial comments and go more in depth about why people struggle with excepting their culture, race, sex! Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2014 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3402</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Culture, News, Youth Issues, Education, Lifestyle, Talk, Fun, DMV, Nationwide, Entertainment, Information, Motivation, Fellaz, Inspiring, Will Jackson</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>28 - Politics As Usual</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Friend of the show Jermon Williams joined Will, Nicole, and Al to talk Politics! Not just what's going on Politically in our Country but why people should get out and exercise their right to Vote! Jermon was able to go in depth about why this November's election is important and the importance of our young people getting involved and getting educated on the importance of our Local Government. Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>The Connect</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Friend of the show Jermon Williams joined Will, Nicole, and Al to talk Politics! Not just what's going on Politically in our Country but why people should get out and exercise their right to Vote! Jermon was able to go in depth about why this November'...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Friend of the show Jermon Williams joined Will, Nicole, and Al to talk Politics! Not just what's going on Politically in our Country but why people should get out and exercise their right to Vote! Jermon was able to go in depth about why this November's election is important and the importance of our young people getting involved and getting educated on the importance of our Local Government. Tune in and #GetConnected ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2014 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3454</itunes:duration>
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