Killing Cliches
110 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIntelligence is mandatory as we make sense of the words that have been used against us. Killing Cliches is a platform where words are defined by the author, and where cliches are examined by the light of the truth. These cliches are found everywhere, but they are perpetuated through politics and religion.
These conversations are meant to enlighten and to bring a spiritual clarity to the discussion. Therefore, you will hear commentary on the state of black people, positive affirmations, meditations, and perhaps even songs of encouragement. "Killing cliches enroute to the truth."
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Episodes
Wake up Adam! Wake up Adam.
August 19, 2023 18:46 - 15 minutes - 19.7 MBBeing awake means something so far beyond politics that the two thoughts do not belong in the same sentence. I am delighted to share and will continue to as I continue to be inspired. Let us continue to grow up together. Grace.
A Speck
May 03, 2023 03:26 - 15 minutes - 19.9 MBWhat is a speck when it comes to my brothers and sisters? I am excited to continue sharing ideas that I am learning from and growing from myself! Let US continue to grow up together. Grace.
Life Lives
March 10, 2023 04:33 - 15 minutes - 20.1 MBOn our way to Oneness we become mindful again of 'light thoughts', let this be one of them. Grace.
Take Me to The King
February 03, 2023 02:56 - 15 minutes - 20.1 MBThe concept of The King has to be internalized. The closer we get to the destination, the more we resemble it. Grace.
What do you know that is Invisible?
December 30, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 19.9 MBLet us be free from all visible barriers. In the spirit of oneness I am excited to continue sharing. Let us continue to grow up together.
Who told you when to take off the Training Wheels?
November 29, 2022 02:32 - 15 minutes - 20.1 MBBeyond learning is Oneness. All power is in becoming one! Let US continue to GROW UP together. Grace.
ENJOY BEING
September 23, 2022 04:15 - 15 minutes - 18.8 MBHow has being beautiful ever been stressful? Or, when does the light ever say, "I'm tired"? As we learn how to enjoy our being, we find abundant rest. Do you enjoy being?
Love WHOLE
August 31, 2022 03:42 - 15 minutes - 20.5 MB15 minutes of your time please? To share personal life infomation is forgiving and healing. I appreciate the love that we have shared; however, now is the time for us to Love WHOLE. Thank you for listening.
There is no f-e-a-r in Love
April 13, 2022 14:37 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBLet us continue to grow up together! Grace.
Acknowledgements
February 18, 2022 04:24 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBIt becomes my responosibilty once I acknowledge it. Grace.
No Points to Prove- Just Love
February 15, 2022 02:36 - 15 minutes - 20.5 MBIn a world where there are no points to prove, there can be no arguuments, immature grudges, or disharmony. This world of oneness exists within us all: let us continue to grow up together. Grace.
A Worthy Pursuit
February 09, 2022 23:29 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBGreetings! I become that which I pursue. Now, it becomes very necessary to ensure my pursuit aligns with something that is worthy of my soul. Thank you for continuing to listen.
Why the Need?
December 16, 2021 03:32 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBI am so very excited to continuue sharing these thoughts! As we consider the concept of life, let us also remember that life comes from life. My need as is a direct result of the needs of others. As I am conscious of this- I live for the fulfilment of others within my community of life livers. Grace.
Admit to Being Human
October 22, 2021 02:59 - 15 minutes - 20.4 MBHappy New Day! We've got to admit to simply being human beings. Allowing ourselves to admit this, give us the opportunity to be free to exist. Therefore, kill the cliche that does not allow you to simply be. Let us conitnue to grow up together. Grace.
Human Nature
October 01, 2021 03:40 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBIt is a privilege to continue sharing and to have you as a a listener! Grace.
Choice Is Power
September 07, 2021 17:01 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBI am delighted to continue sharing! Thank you for continuing to listen.
Pronouns (Let's Be CLear)
August 17, 2021 04:06 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBBob Marley said, "When the rain falls, it don't fall on one man's house top"... For me this speaks to the fact that we are ALL in this TOGETHER; therefore, we need to and must start speaking like it. Thank you for continuing to listen. Grace.
Supersticious
August 09, 2021 02:40 - 16 minutes - 22 MBSupersticious is defined as unfounded, unbelievable, and not defined. Therefore, it is the necessary time to challenge and move beyond all superstition and be assured by the truth. Thank you for continuing to listen.
Fasting {Paying Attention}
July 23, 2021 03:52 - 15 minutes - 20.5 MBFasting is not a cliche; however, it is being made out to be one. The weapons of our warfare are not carnal but they are mighty through God. Let us keep growing up together. Grace.
Endless Opportunities
July 10, 2021 03:33 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBHave you ever looked in the mirror and envisioned endless opportuunities?
One
June 20, 2021 15:43 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MBBecoming one from so many different perspectives, thoughts, beliefs and ideas is 100% impossible. However, becoming One is a spiritual thing. I offer an opportunity for us to consider how we can become One, though there have been so much division sown amongst us. Grace.
Balance (First of Many)
May 29, 2021 17:24 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBBalance is the effort it takes to live and the let live. As we allow balance to persist, it enables purpose to manifest. Thank you for continuing to listen.
An Instrument
May 17, 2021 23:46 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBWhat sort of instrument are you? Being willing to be used for the sake of what's needed in the moment qualifies me to be the sort of instrument that is irreplaceable. Thank you for continuing to listen. Grace.
Glad to Be Here!
May 01, 2021 12:32 - 15 minutes - 20.1 MBWe have a reason to be glad! This episode focuses our attention on those reasons, and gives us an opportunity to reflect and appreciate even the pain that life brings. Thank you for being a listener! Grace.
My Father
April 07, 2021 03:42 - 16 minutes - 21.5 MBThe prayer taught by Jesus allows me to make the distinction between God my celesestial Father and my earthly father. My Father is not a mean and terrible judge; however, I am cared for, taught lessons, and shown mercy and grace through life and as a result of my faith. It is absolutely necessary to see God through the eyes or grace in the same way that we are seen through grace.
I Have a Mind of My Own
March 24, 2021 04:53 - 16 minutes - 21.5 MBIf I pay more attention to the thoughts, suggestions, and ideas of others how will I ever meet my destiny? To be governed by one's innermost being is to first distinguish it between the voices of the others. Purpose- must lead the way. Grace.
Who's Gift Are You?
March 16, 2021 03:01 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBWe dress up gift boxes with pretty bows and gift wrapping paper because of the presentation and the thought behind the gift. However, wow do we present ourselves? I am confident that as we learn more about the gift of love, we will begin to resemble it and share its gift consciously. Grace.
What Songs of Zion?
March 02, 2021 03:02 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBHave you any memories of songs that your elders sang to help them to maintain? I have a host of them! We must continuously pay homage and tribute to those who came before us we we forge ahead! Thank you for listening.
Unlimited Credit
February 21, 2021 05:04 - 15 minutes - 19.9 MBWhere does one find access to unlimited credit? The answer is so simple, many miss out on this incredible benefit! Thank you for continuing to listen.
Equipped
February 15, 2021 02:14 - 15 minutes - 19.7 MBGreetings! I am excited to share a conversation that helps us know that everything that we go through equips us to continue enduring as we learn to "count it all joy". In learnning this, we have the opportunity to realize how great we are in light of our trials, to increase our strength, and to make our faith stronger. Thank you for continuing to listen.
Prayer of Committment
February 06, 2021 20:17 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBPsalm 34:3: O magnify the LORD with me and let us exalt HIS name together!
Reasons
January 26, 2021 03:41 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB"The little things become major things when we weigh those things in the balance." Let's keep growing together.
I'm On Fire!
January 19, 2021 03:11 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MBGreeting listeners! The fire element is absolutely essential to life. It present the opportunity for new growth, and operates as an agent for cleansing and purification. I am glad to be on fire to continue sharing! Thank you for listening.
Physical Anatomy (part 2): A More Mature Medicine
January 18, 2021 15:43 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MBGreetings! During this episode Jonathan introduce us to Traditional Chinese Medicine- a More Mature Science/Medicine. We have the awesome opportunity to learn and apply wisdom from all over the world- this is an imperative as we continue to define the way we choose to live our most healthy, prosperous lives.
Physical Anatomy: The Diet
January 13, 2021 02:01 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MBIntroducing, Jonathan "Inlight" St. Clair, an extremely knowledgeable individual who has devoted himself to the study of the physical anatomy, diet, posture and breathing, movement, culture, and science. This study has led him to many parts of the world. I am honored to have grown from our friendship over the years, and I am not delighted to share "Inlight" with each of you! In this episode Johnathan introduces himself and speaks wisdom about the healing properties of the food that we eat.
Coming Down to Earth (Season 2, Episode #1)
January 12, 2021 04:49 - 15 minutes - 20.2 MBMany thanks to all of the listeners of Season 1- The Introduction. Season 2 opens with a familiar format; however, this season will be devoted to having conversations that enable us to come down to Earth. I look forward to learning and sharing what that means as we go!!! (Keeping in mind the episodes are not written, but I am confident the information and wisdom will continue to come as we grow together!) One Love.
Being Made Sensitive: FIt for the Master's Use
January 05, 2021 05:41 - 16 minutes - 21.2 MBUnplugging from today's world can be very drastic for some, and easy for others. I must to become more sensitive to the needs of my innermost being and to the needs others, more than the alerts from my cell phone. Getting to this "very" conscious state requires breathing. Thank you for listening.
When did Black Power become a Cliche? (edited and re-released)
January 01, 2021 03:59 - 12 minutes - 16.2 MBIt is time that we take our words back, and use our words to define ourselves. "Black Power" is alive and well... but only in lives of a very few? The truth is, there is enough economic strength within us that would make Black Power real for us all. We must seek to ask ourselves these questions in order to determine our true course: evolving from scattered individuals to a collective force.
Variance: Black on Black Crime part 2
January 01, 2021 03:13 - 11 minutes - 17 MBWillie Williams helps us conclude the conversation with the question, "How would black folks treat with one another without the term black-on-black crime?" Killing Cliches is fortunate of have captured these thoughts on this platform! Thank you for continuing to listen.
Variance: Black on Black Crime part 1
January 01, 2021 02:50 - 16 minutes - 25.3 MBDefining terms for ourselves takes work and conversations that lead to ascention. In this episode, Willie Williams (educator, doctoral candidate, author) and I have a conversation killing the cliche of the term black crime. Killing Cliches is excited to be the platform where we are expanding and growing together one conversation after another.
Then Gathered
December 29, 2020 01:17 - 15 minutes - 19.9 MBHow do I fit in? Notwithstanding the attitudes that I have learned along the way, or the 'think about what I disagree with first mentality'. As we are gathered, we must seek to fit together- this means that I may have to check my attitude and my disposition at the door, but only I can tell myself this. Let us continue to grow together.
Babes
December 23, 2020 05:34 - 16 minutes - 21.3 MB"Out of the mouth of babes..." (Matthew ch. 21v16) means a whole lot when it comes to moving ahead. The elders have the responsibility for teaching and trusting that their teaching has prepared the student to excel; the student is responsible for making good use of the teaching as they excel. One of the goals of Killing Cliches is to bridge the gap between our youth and our elders- this episode moves us towards that goal. Thank you for listening.
Occupy. Space. Time.
December 19, 2020 04:35 - 15 minutes - 20.5 MBHow do we to occupy the space to make ready for the time? We have an awesome opportunity to turn time upside down, and seek first what is supposed to be first.
Reflecting the Light, part 2
December 18, 2020 16:58 - 18 minutes - 29.2 MBBiblical scripture applies to the reader, and "being a listener is dear to life". It is time for us to own the Words that were written for us and about us, intelligently. My cousin, King Darrell, who is no stranger to Killing Cliches joins the conversation on part #2 of this episode. We are fortunate to have widsom in every corner of my family, so I am delighted to continue to share our conversations along the way.
"The Black Male Teacher Experience" part #2
December 17, 2020 23:11 - 20 minutes - 26.3 MBOur students must trust us. Soon to be Dr. Willie Williams articulates the endless possibilities that we can push our scholars to as the teachers find ways to build rapport and trust. Killing Cliches provides the space where we can discussion our profession in light of our approach. I look forward to having more conversations to share.
Counting Laps
December 07, 2020 05:47 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBAre we couting the days to retirement; the next vacation; or simply counting repetitions for the sake of a fictitious goal? Or are we learning to cherish every moment? Do we ever reach the point of homeostasis--- that is the state of internal balance? Or are we stuck counting laps never reaching this point of ascension? Allow this episode to share a different approach to day by day living- instead of focusing on counting the laps, we are learning to appreciate the process and elevate ou...
Survival Story
December 01, 2020 06:10 - 15 minutes - 20.3 MBEveryone has a story of survival. It is time that we celebrate the victories that we see one another accomplish! Reflecting on one's story of survival enables true healing, this episode gives us space to recognize this truth. Thank you for listening.
Trumpets in Zion
November 25, 2020 07:46 - 16 minutes - 21.3 MBWhat does a trumpet do? The answer is found in what one is supposed to do once enlightened by the truth- PUT IT ON BLAST! So many lies are told through images that go unquestioned; however, we spend time contemplating depictions of lesser consequence {ERROR ALERT: I mention the cover of Time Magazine; however, it is the cover of Life Magazine}. #blacklivesmatterquestionmark #stillwhitejesusquestionmark #killingcliches
Grace
November 24, 2020 00:23 - 15 minutes - 19.9 MBA conversation about Grace is not something that can be limited to a single podcast; however, that is the current topic of discussion. We have all heard the phrase "if I knew then, what I know now...", and we have all grown from the grace that allows us to know what we know now. But do I extend that same grace, or opportunity to the next person and allow them to grow? Perhaps, that is why I end many of the podcasts with, "let's keep growing together"; Let's.