Episode 15 - Annie Talks Black History Month with Monikalynn Lehua Hawkins | Growing Up Bi-Racial

In Episode 16, Annie Talks with TV/talk show host, actress and YouTube star Melody Trice of The Melody Trice Show. Melody, originally from the small town Century in Florida, moved to California after years as a beautician in Alabama. Her mantra, “Living Life Unlimited” was a heaven-sent motto by which she lives by every day. Melody stares challenges head on and conquers them one day at a time, making the best of each moment, and living her life as she intends, all while pursuing her lifelong goal of creating and establishing her own TV network. I think we can all garner our own lifelong lessons from her examples to live life to the fullest, staying focused, and pursuing your dream! I love her energy, enthusiasm, and ambition! Follow Melody Trice on Social Media: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dsJzxaEtsYjS50nlk6hkA Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tricemelody/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/melodytrice Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/themelodytriceshow/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/search/melody+trice Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/melodytrice/the-melody-trice-show/ IMDB - http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6831590/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm Melody Trice website: https://www.melodytrice.com/ *********** MUSIC: Annie Talks theme song - Music by Keahi http://keahimusic.com/ All music used in this video provided by - courtesy of YouTube Audio Library Down The Way by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Hope Against Hope by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ *********** Follow Annie Talks on Social Media: Facebook - www.facebook.com/AnnieTalks/ Twitter - @Annie_Talks Instagram - @Annie_Talks Website - www.AnnieTalks.com YouTube channel - www.YouTube.com/c/AnnieRivera Thank you and keep listening to Annie Talks!

2 Mars 201817min

In Episode 14, Annie Talks with Carrie Barron, Certified Health Coach - Center of Obesity Prevention and Education (COPE) Program about her healthy lifestyle choice, her inspiration, and how she is impacting others to make the same decision. Carrie shares her story about her struggles with obesity throughout her life. At one point she was denied access to riding a roller coaster with her children because of her size. Now she celebrates her inspirational transformation having lost over 140 pounds, by boarding those same rides at amusement parks she was once told not to, and by also becoming a certified health coach where she inspires others to make healthy lifestyle changes as well. To find out more information on the COPE Program, contact Carrie Stuart Barron at https://www.facebook.com/carrie.s.barron, or email me at annie@annietalks.com or visit my website at http://www.annietalks.com/ and click on CONTACT US. To watch the video featuring Carrie Barron, visit my YouTube channel at www.YouTube.com/c/AnnieRivera *********** MUSIC “Annie Talks” theme song by Keahi Music http://www.keahimusic.com/ Other music: All music used in this podcast (and video) courtesy of YouTube Audio Library Wheels by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Autumn Day by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100765 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Acoustic Guitar 1 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ River Meditation by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

15 Feb 201815min

In Episode 13 on the Annie Talks podcast, my guest is five-time Emmy Award-winning percussionist, Emedin Rivera -- no relation at all, in case you were wondering. Born and raised in the Bronx, NY, Emedin started playing the bongos at the tender age of 8 years old, due largely in part to his father and uncle who also played the bongos in Puerto Rico. The way in which Emedin plays percussions is mesmerizing as he blends Latin Caribbean with African, Fusion, merengue, salsa, etc...you name it, he plays it. Emedin has recorded with heavyweights in the music industry such as Harry Belafonte, Gregory Hines, Ben E King, Dave Samuels, Latoya Jackson, Vicky Sue Robinson, and the list goes on. Emedin has also recorded LIVE with Larry Coryell, Bob James, Chuck Mangione, Rick Cua, Denise Williams, and that list goes on and on. Emedin is no stranger to music, as you can tell from this impressive list of credits, but he has also "invented" a new type of instrument (with the help of master craftsmen Matthew Smith of Ritmo percussion) which you'll learn more about in the podcast. Be sure to visit his website at www.EMEDINRIVERA.COM, where you can find out more information about the release date for his new record, view his videos, sample his music, and see photos. Or you can check out my website at www.AnnieTalks.com where I will also update Emedin's upcoming release date and more information. Also, to learn more about the Conga Toms™ check out Emedin's YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7CGUGvK9Io So without further adieu, here now is my conversation with Emedin Rivera.

10 Feb 201825min

If you follow my YouTube channel, you may have seen my next guest on one of the episodes, the first of these Hawaiian-style jam sessions called "Kanikapila." An artist named Alissa Hunnicutt. Alissa is an upcoming new artist to follow. She is a very promising songbird who plays a mean ukulele. I recently caught up with Alissa at the 2018 #NAMMShow, and for those unfamiliar with #NAMM it is the National Association of Music Merchants, where music companies, event-goers and industry folks from around the globe, gather to the see and hear the latest in musical instruments, music production, music technology, music software...you name it, music everything. Alissa hails from Iowa City, Iowa. She holds an undergraduate degree in Voice from University of Iowa, and later attended graduate school at Manhattan School of Music in New York City, New York where she lived for 20 years. So now, without further adieu, is my discussion with Alissa Hunnicutt...We pick up the conversation where she talks about studying in New York. Follow Alissa on social media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/puppetmissy Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/alissahunnicuttmusic/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/puppetmissy/ For show dates mentioned in this podcast and for more information on Alissa Hunnicutt, please visit her website at http://alissahunnicutt.com/ If you haven't already checked out my YouTube channel, be sure to visit www.YouTube.com/c/AnnieRivera. There you'll find interesting videos on fitness, product reviews, tutorials, my CELEBRATION AWARENESS videos and other Annie Talks and special guests. And last but not least, if you haven't already SUBSCRIBED to my podcast, be sure to hit SUBSCRIBE and be notified of new episodes. Thank you all again. Keep listening to ANNIE TALKS.

31 Jan 201836min

CORRECTION: The venue is Angel Stadium in Anaheim, NOT the Honda Center as mentioned in the podcast. Welcome to another episode of Annie Talks where we bring to you interesting stories about interesting people that you want to know about. I'm your host - ANNIE RIVERA. Thank you for tuning in and thank you to those who have already subscribed. If you're new to the podcast, welcome and we hope you like what you hear and if so, I would like to personally invite you to subscribe. Annie Talks is brought to you by Luxe Wear Trends - affordable luxurious timepieces for every occasion. Luxury that lasts forever - and THAT'S what sets us apart from others. Find us on Facebook and Instagram or visit LuxeWearTrends.com. **** In the next few weeks the thrilling MONSTER JAM will crush through Orange County in what will be record-setting FIVE action-packed SoCal Events at Angel Stadium in Anaheim. Dates are Jan. 13th and 27th, Feb. 10th, 24th and 25th. An amazing 7 new trucks will make their Anaheim debut appearances! For the all-new 2018 season, you'll see BroDozer (inspired by the popular Discovery Channel TV show "Diesel Brothers"), Whiplash, Mutant, Rammuntion, Hotsy, and Black Pearl -- plus the newest member of the Monster Jam beasts family - the menacing giant shark Megalodon. And of course the crowd favorites will also be there: GRAVE DIGGER, MAX-D, EL TORO LOCO, SON UVA DIGGER, OVERKILL, EVOLUTION, AVENGER, BOUNTY HUNTER and VP's Racing Fuel's MAD SCIENTIST. If you're not familiar with MONSTER JAM, these events feature high-octane, MONSTER-sized trucks! The events are so popular, that these adrenaline-charged motorsports experiences for families has grown in popularity and have expanded World Wide. I'm talking Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Chile, Espana, Netherlands, Australia, Finland and Germany! And not to mention countless cities upon cities throughout the United States from Atlanta, Detroit, Baltimore, Hartford, Houston, Oakland, St. Louis, Washington DC, Tampa, Orlando, New Orleans, New York, San Diego, and of course Anaheim...and the list goes on an on! I am thrilled to have had the chance to talk with Monster Jam's Matt Pagliarulo, driver of the Monster Truck "Jester" who was voted Rising Star in 2017. Matt talks about how he got started and his passion for driving and competing in Monster Jam. So listen now to this podcast with Matt Pagliarulo. **** Be sure to leave a comment in the comment section and also RATE THIS PODCAST. It would surely help me out. I'd also love to hear from you -- tell me where you're listening from! Let me know what topics you'd like to hear about, too! If you haven't already checked out my YouTube channel, be sure to click on the link in the description box of this podcast. I think you'll find interesting videos on fitness, product reviews, tutorials, my CELEBRATION AWARENESS videos and other Annie Talks and special guests. And last but not least, if you haven't already SUBSCRIBED to my podcast, be sure to hit SUBSCRIBE and be notified of new episodes. **Annie Talks" theme song by Keahi. Visit http://keahimusic.com/

8 Jan 201816min

In this episode, Annie Talks with Diana Thrower, an advocate for Mothers Against Drunk Drivers and Donate Life, who delivers a touching plea to help keep her son’s legacy alive by donating to MADD and Donate Life. In 2012, her son Michael was killed by an underaged, drunk driver, 19, whose blood alcohol level was three-times over the legal limit. During the holiday season, please be responsible and mindful of others. DON’T DRIVE AND DRIVE! Mothers Against Drunk Drivers - Southern California www.madd.org/southern-california Donate Life - California www.donatelifecalifornia.org ****** Thank you to Aina Creations Hula and Ukelele Ohana https://www.facebook.com/Aina-Creatio... ****** MUSIC: **DISCLAIMER** You’re free to use this song in any of your videos. Angels We Have Heard by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?collection=004&page=1 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

23 Dec 20177min

This podcast reveals the back stories behind certain days in December that you may or may not already know. As Christmas draws near, I thought it would be fitting to dedicate this podcast to talk about Christmas-themed days throughout the entire month of December. Dec 4 - Santa's List Day Are you on the naughty or nice list? http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/santaslistday.htm Dec. 6 - St. Nicholas Day Named after the real christian Saint Nicolas who lived in Greece. He became a priest then a bishop and legend has it he gave up all his belongings to follow Christ. He gave to the needy, especially to children. The idea of hanging stockings originated with St. Nicholas. He actually three gold coins through open windows of the poor, and one day a gold coin landed in a child's stocking and quickly news spread of this. So every year thereafter, children would hang up their stockings "in hopes that St. Nicholas would soon be there." http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/stnicholasday.htm Dec. 9 - Christmas Card Day A few decades ago, sending Christmas cards through the mail was a holiday "must." It was popular and it meant "status" to those who received them. Not sure who originated Dec. 9, but it was rumored that Henry Cole started this and marketed the term Christmas Card. http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/stnicholasday.htm Dec. 12 - Poinsettia Day, declared official by the Act of Congress. The name Poinsettia was actually in honor of a man named Joel Roberts Poinsett, who died on Dec. 12, 1851. He was was the first Ambassador to Mexico. He brought this color plant from Mexico to his plantation in the U.S. and grew them in his Greenville, S.C. plantation and gave them as gifts to all his friends. http://www.holidayinsights.com/other/poinsettia.htm Dec. 14 - Roast Chestnuts Day We sing about this in the holiday song, "the Christmas Song" - "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire..." This is a fairly new day brought on by Holiday Insights created only recently in 2015. http://holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/roast-chestnuts-day.htm Dec. 20 - Go Caroling Day There is no factual information recorded to date, but looks like the World Wide Web recognizes this day as Go Caroling Day, however, a small number of sites report Dec. 19 as Go Caroling Day. I say, pick a day and just go caroling! http://holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/roast-chestnuts-day.htm Dec. 21 - Humbug Day This is not so much a real holiday, but one that was created by the folks at Wellcat.com and it is a day that "allows everyone preparing for Christmas to vent their frustrations." You'd have to be in a pretty sour mood to go to the trouble of creating such a day. No gifts for you! http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/humbugday.htm Dec. 23 - Festivus (for the rest of us) Made popular on the show "Seinfeld" and promoted by the character, Kramer, of course. It marks a day for those who don't celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa or anything else, but rather Festivus is a day for the "rest of us." Haha. This one made me laugh. http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/festivus.htm Dec. 24 - National Egg Nog Day Although it is known as "national" egg nog day, there is no congressional record or presidential proclomation of such a day. http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/festivus.htm Dec. 25 - Christmas Day This is the biggest holiday of the year and according to most songs, the most "wonderful time of the year." It marks the day when Jesus Christ was born, truly the reason for the season. Merry Christmas! http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/December/festivus.htm ***** MUSIC: "Annie Talks" theme song by Keahi (www.musicbykeahi.com) All music used in this video provided by - courtesy of YouTube Audio Library Happy Little Elves by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons...

13 Dec 20178min