Join us for an uplifting episode as we have a Mother's Day Special and reflect on the journey of Season 1 of the Chasing Your Dreams Podcast. In this recap, we celebrate inspiring moments, unforgettable guest insights, and powerful takeaways that have empowered our listeners to pursue their passions.
In this episode, Eric interviews Nizejai Anderson, a dedicated scholar, advocate, and leader in public health, social justice, and policy reform. As President of Black Feminist Scholars and a McNair Scholar, her research focuses on HIV/AIDS awareness among Black women. She has interned with AIDS United and Public Citizen, gaining experience in health equity and policy advocacy. A full-time student working full-time to support herself, she is committed to advancing health equity and shaping policy, with aspirations to become the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services #mentalhealth #podcast #motivation
On this episode of the Chasing Your Dreams Podcast, guest host Curt Steele interviews host Eric Hall about his new book, "Navigating Grief: A Step-by-Step Guide to Healing After Losing My Father." #Podcast #ChasingYourDreams #NavigatingGrief #MentalHealthAwareness
In this episode of the Chasing Your Dreams Podcast, Eric interviews Blaise Labbe, who became the first African American News Director in Oklahoma City in 2003, the first African American News Director in Kansas City in 2010, and is currently the Regional News Director for Sinclair Broadcasting. Mr. Labbe discusses his journey from early dreams in his youth, his history in journalism, losing his biological father to suicide, and later dealing with suicidal ideation himself, even while succeeding on his personal side. Mr. Labbe opens up about some of the struggles he faced on his journey but also those struggles of his family stemming from his mother and biological father not being allowed to be together. Mr. Labbe provides insight into journalism and offers valuable tips for others to be successful. He details his debut memoir, *The Blessings of Forgiveness: The Healing Journey of Blaise Labbe*.
In this episode, Eric interviews Stephen (Steve) Hightower, founder and CEO of Hightowers Petroleum Co. the largest African-American-owned oil company in the US. He created the company in 1982, continuing a family legacy of entrepreneurship that began in 1957 with the founding of the family’s cornerstone business. From those humble beginnings and through persistence, drive, and determination, Steve methodically grew his wholesale fuel distribution business into an energy solutions enterprise that is now recognized throughout North America for its customer service, integrity, innovative fuel distribution model, and expert management of complex upstream and downstream operations issues. #inspiration #Empowerment #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealth #podcast #motivation #chasingyourdreams #SelfWorth #PositiveInfluence #PositiveImpact #blackownedbusiness #DreamBig #leadership #SelfGrowth #BlackExcellence #inspiring #PodcastLife #change
In this episode, Eric interviews Acy Brown, founder and CEO of Acy Brown LLC, a brand focused on health and wellness through athleisure for all ages. Acy also leads Donte, Andrew, Annie Incorporated, a nonprofit charity. Recently, he launched Acy Brown Media Group (ABMG) and is working on his first project as a film executive, a biographical documentary titled *The Art of Business: The Best of Both Worlds*, in which he serves as executive producer. They have an in-depth discussion about the launch of his brand and his journey in the entertainment industry. Anthony Little returns and joins the conversation. #inspiration #Empowerment #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealth #podcast #motivation #chasingyourdreams #SelfWorth #PositiveInfluence #PositiveImpact #blackownedbusiness #DreamBig #leadership #SelfGrowth #BlackExcellence #inspiring #PodcastLife #change
In this episode, Eric interviews his USC classmate Dr. Carmelita Bigelow, the founder of the founder and CEO of Painting Miracles Inc., a Behavioral Health Clinic located in Fayetteville, NC. Their conversation focuses on dealing with the grief and the loss of loved ones during the holiday season. Their conversation focuses on dealing with the grief and the loss of loved ones, PTSD, and military life. #inspiration #dealingtheloss #Empowerment #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealth #podcast #motivation #chasingyourdreams #SelfWorth #PositiveInfluence #PositiveImpact #blackownedbusiness #DreamBig #leadership #SelfGrowth #BlackExcellence #inspiring #PodcastLife #change
Join Eric as he was recently inducted into the Fayetteville State University Athletic Hall of Fame. He was part of the 2002 CIAA Championship football team that shared the HBCU National Championship with Grambling State University. This video is an intimate and behind-the-scenes look at the induction ceremony. #empoweringdreams #inspiration #football #chaseyourdreams #podcast #champions #halloffame
In this episode, Eric interviews Jermaine Harper, the head football coach at West Johnston High School in Benson, North Carolina. The two were teammates on the 2002 and 2003 CIAA Championship teams at Fayetteville State University. They share a conversation about mentoring and coaching the next generation. #inspiration #podcast #chasingdreams #motivation #love #relationship #empoweringdreams
In this episode, Eric Interviews David Bowser, one of the coaches who helped him chase his dreams. Bowser is a Special Assistant to the head coach at Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC. He spent decades in education and coaching football at the high school and college levels in the state of NC. Eric and David reflect on their time at Fayetteville State University ahead of Hall's induction into the FSU Hall of Fame. #inspiration #podcast #personalgrowth #chasingdreams #motivation #relationship #motivation
In this episode, Eric interviews Anthone Harris, educator, social worker, author, and fellow assistant football coach at Seventy-First High School. They discuss his journey from Wadesboro, NC, to mentoring at-risk youth in Cumberland County, NC, to coaching football, to writing a collection of short stories that highlight the emotional and psychological struggles often faced by individuals, particularly young people. A truly inspiring conversation. #inspiration #podcast #empoweringdreams #mentalhealth #chasingdreams #motivation
Eric interviews fellow 71st High School Football Assistant Coach Kelvonte Smith in this episode. They discuss his journey as a native of Fayetteville, NC, serving his country in the US military and returning home to start his coaching career while mentoring youth through football. #inspiration #podcast #empoweringdreams #mentalhealth #love #chasingdreams #mentor #guidance
In this episode, Eric Hall gives an update on the dreams he's chasing. He focuses on one of his biggest dreams as a high school football assistant coach, which is leading his players to a state championship in the state of North Carolina. #inspiration #podcast #empoweringdreams #mentalhealth #chasingdreams #motivation
In this episode, three of Eric Hall's Social Work candidate Interns ask him questions about the profession of Social Work. He guides them through what's going on in the current mental health care practices and gives them advice about the career field. Eric also gives them insight into chasing their dream of helping others. #podcast #chasingdreams #empoweringdreams #mentalhealth #motivation #socialwork
In the upcoming episode, Eric interviews Anthony Little, founder of Capton Brands LLC, Capton Productions LLC, and Capton Venture Partners LLC. Anthony empowers corporate clients to enhance marketing strategies and drive revenue growth. He also guides individuals looking to improve business management and development skills, fostering excellence in executive production across film, television, entertainment, and publishing. #inspiration #Empowerment #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealth #podcast #motivation #chasingyourdreams #SelfWorth #PositiveInfluence #PositiveImpact #blackownedbusiness #DreamBig #leadership #SelfGrowth #BlackExcellence #inspiring #PodcastLife #change
In this episode, Eric interviews Appiah N. Larbi, MSW, and LCSWA, who works for Tender Care Health and Behavioral Services as an Outpatient Therapist. Larbi oversees the Drum Therapy and Outpatient Therapy programs that assist in building the skills required for long-term recovery at Tender Care Health and Behavioral Services. They discuss how his dreams heal through the beat of a drum. #MentalHealthMatters #FamilyCare #Empowerment #SelfCare #mentalhealthawareness #inspiration #chasingyourdreams #podcast #mentalhealth #motivation
In this episode, Eric interviews Nakima Clark, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate based in Raleigh, NC. She discusses her personal journey to defeat breast cancer and her personal experiences that have impacted the person she is today. Nakima focused her dreams on the mental health of caregivers of those with children with mental health and/or Intellectual Disability disorders, as well as the children who suffered from those disorders. To support Nakima on her breast cancer journey scan the QR code at the end of the video. #chasingyourdreams #podcast #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #inspiration #motivation #breastcancerawareness
In this episode, Eric interviews Deron Donald Sr., head football coach at Garner High School in Garner, NC. He shares the story of fulfilling his dreams based on faith, educating children, and service. Tune in for an enriching and inspiring journey! #ChasingYourDreams #podcast #inspiration #mentalhealth #spiritual #leadership
In this introductory episode, Eric Hall tells you about his upbringing and those who inspired him to chase his dreams. He takes you through his journey of self-discovery and how he found the right path to success and public service. #chasingyourdreams #learn #socialwork #spiritual
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