Ep 18: Woman, History, and Legacy: A Story of a Passionate Historian
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
Release Date: 09/09/2021
EP 37: Staying in Your Lane: Focusing on Your Strengths with W. Rick Meekins
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
Rick Meekins shares his journey from being in the military to working in the restaurant business and eventually starting his own restaurant. He then transitioned into consulting and founded , a consulting company that helps people sustain their businesses. One of the key lessons he learned is the importance of staying in your lane and focusing on what you do best. Rick Meekins shares his lessons learned in business and life, including the importance of trusting in God and being resilient in the face of challenges. He emphasizes the need for business owners to adapt and embrace new...
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EP: 36 It takes more than one to get things done ... Commissioner Jeffery Richmond is determined to make a difference.
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
This week on 'Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life,' we're joined by Haywood County Tennessee District 8 Commissioner Jeffery Richmond. Hailing from the iconic 'Tina Turner's hometown,' Commissioner Richmond shares his personal and inspiring journey into politics and government service, and his future goals. In this episode Commissioner Richmond talks about: ● Roots and family: Richmond shares insights into his roots, the impact of his father's death on his life, and his sister’s activism. ● Entry into politics: He...
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EP: 35 Writing and Telling Stories for History’s Sake with Prof. Henri Giles
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
This week’s episode dives into the personal history of Professor Henrietta Giles and her experiences as a child at the heart of the desegregation movement of the 1960s. Today, her life has come full circle in her current work as a journalist, cultural historian, professor, and documentary storyteller. In this episode Prof. Henri talks about: • Her background. • The two pivotal moments in her youth that had the most impact on her life. • Her work as a college professor enables her to guide students in discovering the social issues that most impact them. • Her...
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EP: 34 Shoe Heels to Heal the Human Spirit with Charisma Cannon
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
This week’s episode details how one determined woman is helping people return to the path of dignity, stability, and wellbeing — with a new pair of shoes. Chicago’s Charisma Cannon describes her journey building the non-profit organization Shoe Heals. Drawing on a combination of faith in God, self-confidence, and determination, Charisma partners with organizations around Chicago to serve people in need. Shoe Heals provides new shoes to the homeless, foster children, recently incarcerated youth, low-income workforce, and many more. In this episode Charisma talks about: • Her...
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EP 33: Reaching and Teaching Resilience with Dr. Marcus L. Matthews
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
Dr. Cynthia Bond Hopson’s former student, Dr. Marcus L. Matthews is now a celebrated educator himself. In today’s episode, he shares with her some of the defining moments of his life and how he has converted his experiences into resilience and understanding as an educator. Today, Dr. Matthews leads and inspires teachers and other educators to develop trauma-informed classrooms that help students succeed, no matter their circumstances. Be inspired by his story and learn more about his work, books, and words of wisdom in this episode of Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life: The...
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EP 32: Staying True to Your Identity with Johnny Shaw
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
"Reverend and Representative" Johnny Shaw, growing up in Laconia, TN, as the youngest of 11, was the golden voice of the church choir. He has become the voice urging citizens to vote for change by representing District 80 of Tennessee since January 2001. From being rejected for having a "Black Voice" to spreading Black Gospel Music globally through his Shaw’s Broadcasting, his story is inspiring. In this candid conversation, he expresses his views on politics, the need to serve, the challenges of having two Black-owned radio stations, 94.7 WOJG FM and WBOL 1560 AM, and staying true to his...
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EP 31: On Being a Phenomenal Woman with Civil Miller-Watkins
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
The ability to just show up and do what others have not tried will give you the confidence to break new ground. Civil Miller-Watkins is the Vice-Chair of the Fayette County School board, a mother, grandmother and politician. Over the years, she has contested for a couple of offices that many black women do not even think about running for. Although she did not win some of the elections, she came out with life lessons that can help empower other people, and black women especially, to shoot for the stars. Civil is a leader’s leader, a phenomenal exceptional woman who was able to balance family...
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EP 30: Finding People Solutions and Answers with Justin L. Harris
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
Managing people is one of the hardest things that you do as a leader. Every day leaders complain about their teams and try to create new ones as though that would solve the problem. In this episode, Justin L. Harris, a certified Human Resources Professional and Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, shows us that there is a better way to manage people and lead them towards productivity. Throughout the podcast, he echoes the importance of knowing your craft, and because he has achieved mastery in his career, he can share insights gathered over the years. As you listen to this podcast,...
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EP 29: How Faith Keeps Your Path Straight with Rev. Dr. Carmichael Crutchfield
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
All the way from Downtown ‘no place’ in Tennessee to becoming Professor of Christian Education, Spiritual Formation, and Youth Ministry at Memphis Theological Seminary (MTS), Rev. Dr. Carmichael Crutchfield has traveled a long way on the winding course of life. His journey from being an accountant to becoming pastor, church administrator, fraternity president, professor, author, and mentor will inspire you to embrace the changes that life brings. In this episode, he talks about how his family shaped his life, the choices he made, how he dealt with the loss of a loved one, his brotherhood...
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EP 28: Living in Your Purpose with Pamela D. Marshall
Three Stores, Two Cotton Gins, One Remarkable Life
Pamela Marshall is an extraordinary woman, who at 19 started anchoring the news on WBBJ Channel 7 in Jackson Tennessee. She went on to excel in many top positions and today she shares her life experiences and shows us how believing in your God-given gift, mixed with forgiveness and empathy can help you become the best version of yourself. One of the things we struggle with the most is forgiveness. Many times, we find it difficult to let go of the pain and hurt that others inflicted on us. We hold onto them tightly and we stew in the pain. In this podcast, Pamela shows us that holding onto pain...
info_outlineDr. Dorothy Granberry has a lot to share when talking about getting from there to here.
As a middle child with parents who fully supported her education, she was able to overcome any adversities that came her way.
Dr. Granberry has played a key role in bringing history alive and generating more awareness of the African American community and their contributions.
Her life story proves that money should not be an obstacle to receiving the education one deserves.
With determination, eagerness and love for what you do and believe in, anyone can achieve their dreams and develop a legacy for others to follow.
Listen to her amazing story in Episode 18 of 3 Stores, 2 Cotton Gins and 1 Remarkable Life!
In this episode:
· Dr. Granberry shares how being a middle child helped her accomplish more, and why this became an important place in their family
· The significance of having parents that raise their children to believe they can do anything they set their minds to
· The effect of hearing parents share their views and perspectives of the world with their children as they grew up
· The value of having a "can-do" attitude and putting it into action
· The significance of education wherever you are
· Learning one's roots and contributing to society
· Lessons that Dr. Granberry lives by and her legacy to the world rather than just the African-American society