The Kingdom with Justin Michael Williams
211 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 237 ratingsThe Kingdom Podcast: Imagine if church, SuperSoul Sunday, and a TED Talk had a baby. Listen in on the greatest wisdom teachings from all over the world. With live music, special guests, and trusted guidance to make your life better. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams. We Rise Together.
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Black History Before America: Religion
February 03, 2019 23:00 - 37 minutes - 29.2 MBRELIGION. What was it like before slavery? What are your TRUE ancestral roots? And what does Vodou have to do with the Black Panther movie? Our special guest, Dr. Kyrah Malika Daniels is a Harvard trained scholar of African and African Diaspora religions and she's here to set the record straight about RELIGION BEFORE AMERICA. Most of what you've heard is just plain WRONG.
Organic, or Nah? Busting Myths About Healthy Eating
January 27, 2019 23:00 - 25 minutes - 21 MBEating healthy does NOT have to be that complicated! This audio guide is going to blow your mind about the truth behind organic, GMO, and food labels. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Whole Foods Diet, Food Stamp Budget (with Olympia Auset)
January 21, 2019 17:47 - 34 minutes - 27.1 MBLearn to eat healthy (and organic) without breaking the bank. Our guest, Olympia Auset of SUPRMARKT, helps people eat a Whole Foods diet on a food-stamp budget. And she's giving away all her tips in this episode! Bonus: Our subscribers get $10 off a SUPRMARKT subscription: suprmarkt.la/motivate Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
The #1 Step Most People Skip When Trying To Change Their Lives
January 13, 2019 23:00 - 18 minutes - 16.1 MBThe first step to lasting change isn't seeing a therapist, taking an online course, reading a book, or finding a mentor. All those things work, but there's an important step that comes first. This audio guide will teach you how to achieve lasting external change starting from within. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
What it Really Takes to Make or Break a Habit
January 06, 2019 23:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBI’m sure you’ve heard it takes 21 days to build a habit, right? Well, that’s a myth! You’ll be shocked to hear what the science REALLY says. This audio guide will educate you on the truth behind habit building and help you make (or break!) habits. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
2019: A Tarot Card Reading for the Culture
December 30, 2018 23:00 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBTarot Card Master Austen Smith gives us the tea on what to expect for 2019. Learn where to focus your energy this year, and how to use tools like Tarot Cards to amplify your intuition, find your purpose, and navigate difficult emotions. If you’ve ever been scared or curious to get a reading, this is the perfect episode to get your feet wet. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Willi...
Creating Your 2019 Vision, Mission, and Goals
December 09, 2018 23:00 - 24 minutes - 19.8 MBDid you know there’s a SCIENTIFIC process to manifesting? And the people who know the step-by-step process experience greater levels of success and abundance in their lives. This audio guide will teach you everything you need to know. Here’s a hint: vision boards don’t work! Learn more about manifesting: http://www.ManifestNYE.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
8 Ways to Protect Your Mental Health During The Holidays
December 02, 2018 23:00 - 21 minutes - 17.8 MBThe holiday season can be a triggering time for many of us - bringing up old patterns, gaining weight, and feeling overwhelmed. This podcast will guide you through 8 easy steps to protect your mental health during the holiday season (#4 will shock you).
Healing From Trauma (w/ Victoria Cassinova)
November 25, 2018 23:00 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBVictoria Cassinova is a celebrated artist in Los Angeles, but we didn't bring her on this podcast to talk about art. Her story of trauma to triumph will inspire you to learn to use the power of your mind to overcome life's most challenging moments. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
5 Toxic Habits Stopping You From Finding Your Purpose
November 18, 2018 23:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBLearn the 5 ways you might be sabotaging yourself without even knowing it in this special interview with Malcolm “MJ” Harris. Plus you'll get our 11-Step Roadmap to Finding Your Purpose. Get the special free gift mentioned in this podcast at: http://MakeMoneyWithPurpose.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
The Science of Happiness: 5 Shocking Facts (w/ Rob Mack)
November 11, 2018 23:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBWhy are we always so unhappy even when things are going well in our lives? Constantly striving for more and more in an endless cycle. It can be like a rollercoaster. Celebrity Happiness Coach Rob Mack explains the science behind LASTING happiness and gives practical steps on how you can cultivate it in your own life. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Forgiving Yourself & The Illusion of Perfection
November 04, 2018 23:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThere’s no disappointment greater than NOT living up to our OWN expectations. We strive so hard for success and perfection that it can become impossible to move forward when we fall short. This audio guide will help you forgive yourself and make sure you don’t get stuck in the shadow of your own light. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
From Uber to Beyoncé: Becoming a Celebrity Background Singer (w/ Lavance Colley)
October 28, 2018 22:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBOur guest, Lavance Colley, went from driving uber to working with Beyoncé. He has sung with John Legend, Pharrell, Kenny Lattimore, Chanté Moore, Mary Mary, and traveled to over 20 countries as a professional background singer, but it didn’t always start that way. He shares his journey from driving uber to becoming one of the most respected black celebrity background singers in the industry. Get this rare peek behind the scenes and learn what it takes to become a background singer for celebr...
If the Church Doesn’t Accept You (w/ Cameron Wright)
October 21, 2018 22:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBThis interview is powerful, especially for anyone who has ever felt different or like they don’t belong. Cameron Wright (Beychella Background Singer), gets super vulnerable with us for the first time ever about his experience coming out as gay in the Church. Whether you’re religious or not, this moving episode about acceptance, empowerment, devotion will inspire you to see things from a new perspective. Our favorite quote from this episode: “I am exactly who I am supposed to be in the eyes o...
The Success of Failure (w/ Johnny Manuel)
October 14, 2018 22:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWe’ve all heard of the dream… You live in a small town, get discovered, move to LA, and sign a big record deal at the age of 14. That’s exactly what happened to Johnny Manuel. But what happens when all of that suddenly gets stripped away? Johnny talks about how he turned failure into his biggest success in this intimate interview. Plus, you’ll hear about his experience working with Diddy and what it was like to be on the semi-finals for America’s Got Talent. Get our weekly audio guides that ...
Breaking Up & Staying Friends
October 01, 2018 13:23 - 9 minutes - 6.5 MBBreakups can be hard, especially if you want to stay friends with the person. This is the #1 tip that therapists recommend if you want to stay friends with someone after your relationship ends. Listen now in this quick 9-minute audio guide. P.S… if you have a friend that needs to hear this, be sure to forward this to them. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
STOP Lying to The People You're Dating
September 23, 2018 22:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MBThere’s one toxic mistake most people don’t even realize they’re making on every date. Once you stop doing this, you’re dating life will change completely. This 10 minute audio guide will walk you through the #1 thing that kills most relationships from blossoming into something beautiful. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
How to: Set Boundaries w/ Toxic Friends & Family!
September 11, 2018 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBSetting boundaries is an act of self-care and self-love. It’s how we break toxic cycles and reset from bad relationships. In this audio guide, special guest Shelah Marie walks us step-by-step through knowing when we need to set a boundary, and how to have those tough conversations with friends and family. This audio guide is all about setting clear, but loving boundaries so you can have the space to grow and evolve into the best version of YOU. P.S… there’s a special gift at the very end, so...
3 Easy Steps to Be More Productive
September 04, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 8.93 MBDo you find yourself wishing you could accomplish more every day? Do you get distracted easily? This short 13-minute audio guide will teach you 3 proven strategies to ditch distraction, work faster, and produce better results in a shorter amount of time. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
How to Start Your Day (The Perfect Morning Ritual)
August 26, 2018 21:20 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBScience has proven that the first 15 minutes of your day set the tone for your energy, productivity, mood, anxiety and ability to win during challenging moments. This audio guide will give you 3 easy steps to level up your morning ritual so you can start your day inspired, motivated, and ready to handle anything life throws your way. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Empowering Our Girls (w/ guest J. Marcelle)
August 20, 2018 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBThis episode is all about our girls. Our special guest J. Marcelle has received 5 Emmy nominations for her work on social justice. This episode empowers women and girls learn to re-write their own narratives to rise above injustice, outdated gender roles, and old traditions. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Finding a Mentor
August 13, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBEveryone talks about how important it is to find a mentor. But how do you find one? And even when you do, how do you engage them to get the most out of the relationship? The solution is actually a little counterintuitive. We’re talking about all of it in this week’s episode. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
How to: Get Ahead in Life
August 06, 2018 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.32 MBThis audio guide is only 6 minutes long, but it answers a question we all want to know: “How do I get ahead in life?” How do you find your life purpose? How do you make the money you deserve? How do you fulfill your mission on this planet? It all boils down to what we’re talking about in this episode. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Don't Work For Free
July 30, 2018 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MBOne of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when starting their business is working for free. This episode will teach you about how you can make the money you deserve with your business, side hustle, or passion project… even if you’re starting out working with friends and family. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Starting Your Own Podcast
July 23, 2018 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBInterested in starting your own podcast or creative project? If you have an idea that’s been trying to get your attention for a while but you haven’t taken action yet, you definitely want to listen to this episode. Our Founder and host Justin Michael Williams talks about how he started “Motivation for Black People” and gives 3 steps on how you can launch your own podcast or creative project. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivation...
Getting on TV (w/ guest Dyllón Burnside)
July 16, 2018 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBIf you or anyone you know has ever had a dream of being on TV, we have a very special episode for you. What’s it ACTUALLY like to be on set of a hit show for the first time? What does it take to finally get your first big break? Young, black special guest Dyllón Burnside spills the tea about what it’s like to be the star of his first major television show, POSE on FX. Learn what you can do to get closer to your life purpose in this powerful episode. Get our weekly audio guides that will he...
GRATITUDE: Creating a Practice That Actually Lasts!
July 09, 2018 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.2 MBNOTE: This episode will change your life. Science has proven that people who keep a daily gratitude journal are proven to experience a more fulfilling life. So why is it so hard for us to keep a gratitude practice every day? Why do we keep a list for a few days and always end up forgetting about it? This episode will teach you 3 simple tips to create a gratitude practice that actually lasts! For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Ho...
3 Important Lessons for Black Entrepreneurs (w/ guest Ishmael Mayhew)
July 02, 2018 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBBeing an entrepreneur in a racially tense climate poses unique challenges that every black person needs to know about and overcome. Special guest Ishmael Mayhew gives practical advice staying persistent when things get hard, his best practices for your image on social media, and even drops some personal wisdom about self-care and mental health. Get inspired with this powerful episode! For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by...
RECLAIMING YOUR TIME!
June 26, 2018 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.31 MBIn just 6 minutes, you'll get a proven strategy for busy people who are ready to stop wasting time and reach their full potential. If you cannot find the time or energy to engage in your passion, start that new business, form meaningful relationships, or simply feel burnt out with what you're doing day-to-day... this episode will help. For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
Radical Black Love (w/ Darnell L. Moore)
June 19, 2018 16:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBBlack love is the topic of discussion, but not the kind of love you would think. What can we do to REALLY forgive the people who have caused us pain? How can we love people who literally think we're going to hell because of our lifestyle? What tools actually work to love ourselves more fully? Darnell answers all of these questions with the best tips from his new book No Ashes in the Fire. For more trusted guidance to make your life better, go to: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com H...
F*ck Fear!
June 12, 2018 10:00 - 11 minutes - 7.59 MBFEAR. It stops all of us from living the life we were destined to live. It stops us from experiencing a more fulfilling life, reaching our full potential, and enjoying meaningful relationships. This episode will tell you how to spot and STOP the 3 sneakiest forms of fear that creep into our lives disguised. For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams
How to: Gentrify without Being a Jackass (w/ guest Aaron Foley)
May 29, 2018 03:58 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBAs black people "come up" in the world, how can we keep our culture alive instead of letting it fall apart with gentrification? How do we honor where we came from while moving up in the world? How do we support the communities that made us who we are? How do we unconsciously contribute to the demise of our own culture? Aaron Foley, City of Detroit's Chief Storyteller, gives us all the info we need to keep the culture alive. For more trusted guidance to make your life better, visit: www.mo...
Quick Tip: WHEN to Quit Your Day Job
May 16, 2018 22:09 - 6 minutes - 8.07 MBShould you leave your day job to make more time for your passion? This 7-minute mini episode will tell you the ONE thing you need to know if you've been contemplating making the leap. Hosted by: Justin Michael Williams For more trusted guidance to make your life better and unapologetically black empowerment, inspiration, and tangible tips delivered directly to your inbox once per week, sign up for free at: motivationforblackpeople.com
Tarana Burke: #MeToo Movement and What’s Next?
February 28, 2018 05:00 - 34 minutes - 34.4 MBWe’ve all heard about the hashtag #MeToo, but did you know this movement started 12 years ago by Tarana Burke? Tarana was named Time Person of the Year for 2017 and is known for being the first to use the phrase “Me Too” to raise awareness of the pervasiveness of sexual abuse and assault in society. Tarana discusses where it all began and what’s next for the movement in this inspiring interview. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global community and get unapol...
Morgan Pitts: #BlackGirlsWhoBlog – Joining the Movement
February 27, 2018 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBThinking about starting a blog? Just looking for great content? Want to find more black voices online? This interview with Morgan Pitts will tell you everything you need to know. Morgan has created the virtual movement #BlackGirlsWhoBlog, a platform and resource for black girl bloggers around the world. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global community and get unapologetically black empowerment, inspiration, and tangible tips delivered directly to your inbox ...
Juel D. Lane: Find Your Voice Through Dance
February 26, 2018 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBJuel D. Lane was asked by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Choreograph for Ailey II. He talks about how he used dance to find his voice in a world where black voices are so often suppressed. Juel gives his 3 tips for budding dancers and creatives to making meaningful art, especially in the world of instant social media gratification. His inspiring story will show you that anything is possible as long as you stay TRUE to you! Go to our website to join thousands of other black peop...
Apuje Kalu: Enhance Your Personal Style – Working from the Outside-In
February 25, 2018 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBApuje Kalu is a Fashion Stylist & Creative Director who has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment. Apuje tells us his story of transitioning from working in industrial engineering to becoming one of the most well-respected black fashion stylists in the industry. He gives tangible tips to everyone at home so you can enhance your personal aesthetic and start to take more pride in your style. Why does style even matter? Apuje breaks down why it's about much more than “just cl...
Kendrick Daye: Use Art to Tell Your Story
February 24, 2018 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBKendrick Daye is a Mixed-Media Artist and Art Director who isn’t afraid to use his own personal experiences to create art that represents our people. Hear Kendrick’s inspiring story and learn how you can tell your story through and by ‘creating the art you want to see.’ Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global community and get unapologetically black empowerment, inspiration, and tangible tips delivered directly to your inbox once per week: motivationforblackp...
Jeremy Erwin: Becoming a Successful Black Entertainer
February 23, 2018 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBJeremy Erwin is an LA-based entertainer, and is also the Creator & Producer of The Soul Spot, one of Hollywood’s biggest live soul music events. In this interview, Jeremy gives tangible tips not only to people looking to create an entertainment platform of their own, but also to artists looking to get booked at events in their own area. Learn what it takes to become a successful entertainer from one of the leading black event organizers in LA. Go to our website to join thousands of other bl...
Adaku Utah: Healing Justice - Reclaiming Your Body
February 22, 2018 05:00 - 33 minutes - 40.1 MBAdaku Utah is a healer, educator, and the co-founder of Harriet's Apothecary, a collective that’s committed to co-creating accessible, affordable, liberatory, all-body loving, all-gender honoring, community healing spaces that deepen the healing genius of our people. In this powerful interview, she breaks down specific practices and rituals black people can use to heal, and debunks some of the myths you may have heard about alternative healing practices. She teaches us to reclaim the languag...
Preston Smiles: Step Up Your Life, Activate Your Purpose
February 21, 2018 05:00 - 32 minutes - 38.7 MBNext-Generation Thought Leader, Author, Speaker, and Coach Preston Smiles gives us an awe-inspiring, yet practical interview that will help you amplify your life and activate your purpose. He covers the root causes that hold many of us back from finding fulfillment in our work and relationships, and gives tangible tips to shift the narrative now! In 30-minutes, Preston will transform your entire way of thinking. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global commun...
James Bland: Pave Your Own Way (for Artists, Entrepreneurs, and Filmmakers)
February 20, 2018 22:50 - 29 minutes - 36.6 MBJames Bland is the Creator, Show Runner, and Star of GIANTS the Series. In this honest and inspiring interview, he walks us through his personal journey to becoming a full-time artist and entrepreneur. Then James breaks down the process of starting a project of your own. Learn exactly how James did it so you can start your journey today. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global community and get unapologetically black empowerment, inspiration, and tangible ti...
Koya Webb: Black, Vegan, and Healthy - How to Stick with It!
February 19, 2018 05:00 - 29 minutes - 36 MBKoya Webb is one of the leading black vegan, yoga, and wellness experts in the world. How do you eat healthy on a budget? What foods are ACTUALLY good for you (this might surprise you!)? And how does your health affect your ability to break through systemic oppression so that you can manifest your dreams and desires? This interview will tell you everything you need to know to get healthy and stick to it long term! Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global comm...
Ben Cory Jones: In the Writers’ Room - How the Best Black Stories are Told
February 18, 2018 23:48 - 32 minutes - 39.2 MBBen Cory Jones is a Writer & Producer on Insecure (HBO) and Co-Produced Step Sisters (Netflix). He gives us a personal walk-through his journey from moving to LA with a dream to write, to participating in the creation of some of the most celebrated black-focused content of our time. Ben keeps it real with us and discusses his struggles, successes, and the things he wished he had known when he was getting started. If you’re a budding artist looking to finally catch that big break, you defin...
Sarah Springer: Black Representation in Media
February 17, 2018 05:00 - 33 minutes - 40 MBSarah Springer is a Creative Director at RYOT and the Co-Founder of Advocates for Inclusion in Media (AIM). In this interview she discusses the reality of black representation in media and gives specific tips on how black creators and consumers can harness their buying power to advance the movement. How can we hold the newsrooms accountable? How can we become the decision makers in the media industry? How can we tell more stories that matter? This interview is empowering for media consumers ...
Rush Davis: Making Music that Matters
February 16, 2018 05:00 - 27 minutes - 34 MBRush Davis is an Artist and Songwriter who was signed directly by the President of BMG and has worked with big names in music from Kelly Rowland to J.R. Rotem. In this interview Rush gives us a rare, behind the curtains look at the music industry and talks through the process of making music that leaves a mark on our culture. How do we create music for the movement of marginalized communities? How do we use music for our own healing? And how does our own healing serve the greater whole? Th...
Daraiha Greene: Diversifying the Face of Tech
February 15, 2018 20:45 - 29 minutes - 36.2 MBDaraiha Greene is the Head of Multicultural Engagement on the Computer Science in Media Team at Google, and she is on a mission to rebrand and diversify the face of tech. If we are creating technology for a diverse world, shouldn’t we have diverse perspectives behind the scenes? In this interview, Daraiha opens our eyes to the lucrative and abundant job opportunities in the technology industry and discusses how you can start to get yourself (and your kids!) involved in tech. Go to our webs...
Darnell Lamont Walker: Traveling Cheap – How to Leave the Country when you Think you can’t Afford It
February 14, 2018 05:00 - 27 minutes - 34.6 MBDarnell Lamont Walker is the Founder of Passport Required, an organization that helps people take trips out of the country who wouldn’t typically be able to afford travel. He debunks the main myths that stop black people from traveling, gives his top tips for flying on the cheap, and tells you exactly how to get started on planning your next (or first!) trip abroad without breaking the bank. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global community and get unapologe...
Aaryn Lang: The Power & Liberation of Black Trans Women
February 13, 2018 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBAaryn Lang is an Activist, TV Show Host, and Organizer who has spent years working toward the power and liberation of Black trans women. In this interview, Aaryn gives us an inside perspective on how we can all expand the narrative of what justice looks like for black trans people in this country. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people in our global community and get unapologetically black empowerment, inspiration, and tangible tips delivered directly to your inbox once p...
Shaun Ross: Being Unique and Unapologetically Authentic
February 12, 2018 17:45 - 29 minutes - 36.2 MBShaun Ross was the first male albino professional supermodel. He has graced the cover of every major magazine you can think of, but his success didn’t come to him in the way you might think. In this interview, Shaun talks about the importance of owning your authenticity, standing in your truth, and being unapologetically YOU. He also gives us a rare peek at what’s coming up as he embarks on the journey of his first album of music. Go to our website to join thousands of other black people...