The ONLY answer is....the LIGHT!

It has been brought to my attention that African-Americans (esp. those in modern history) are quick to raise a voice in protest for the many injustices placed upon their heads. Yet that weight never seems to be taken off their brow? Why? Recently, a young African-American Trayvon Martin (now more famous in death, than ever would have been in life…one would think?) has been raised as a recent martyr.  He was shot and killed by a man who’s been purported to be a Democrat and of Peruvian/white decent. So, why has the majority of mainstream conservative America taken the charge to stand in support of a man who shared very little history or value with them? Do they really care if he receives a fair trial or escapes a trial altogether? apparently Sean Hannity does...

Legendary activist Angela Davis scolded African Americans for being hot and cold leaders for justice! I agree….  How soon do we as a people go back to our “Matrix like” existences once we perceived the spot light is off…once the cameras are not turned on! I agree with her that having Zimmerman arrested and convicted cannot and will not address our plight! George is simply the instrument of the problem. The “system” is and will always be the core and bane of the African-American. Are African-Americans willing to raise the same kind of fuss when it’s reported that their voting rights are being slowly taken away? NOPE! “I’ve got to go to work tomorrow” or back to the FIELDS, right!

Here are a few thoughts I see as the problem…

-          We have absolutely no willingness to unite as a solid fist to fight injustices

-          We LOVE money too much and don’t realize it is POWER that rules….not money

-          We hate each other!

-          We hate educating ourselves to a new concept of belief

-          There is no “we”

-          We have no clue as to our “History”….. the real one

-          We think $100,000 is a lot of money

-          We love trends and looks that degrade us

-          We think we are “real” when we are “lost”

-          We refuse to go to Africa to see our Origin

-          We don’t realize that our freedom is only hate by “love”

-          We believe that Africans that come to America are not our brothers/sisters

-          We think we are actually “Democrats”

-          We sale and use “their” drugs

-          We spend close to $1Trillion in retail expenditures a year and won’t spend anything to support or help our selves

-          What does “Gotta Get mine” actually mean?

The only answer is to look for and find “the light”! Senator Henry Berry once addressed the Virginia House of Delegates by saying “We have as far as possible closed every avenue by which the LIGHT will enter the Slaves Mind. If we could extinguish the capacity to see the LIGHT our work would be complete. They would then be on the level with the beast of the field. And we would be Safe”. So what is the light? It is your 3^rd Eye which lies within. It never lies because it is your direct conduit to the Universe and its truths. It is GOD within you. We are all equal in this World of simple plain truths like...as above so below, we attract in our lives what we focus on the most and the Law of Consistency!

I do not believe I am completely unplugged from the matrix nor do I think my reality is my existence. Yet what I do believe is that until those 2 things come to pass, my light will never shine. What about you?

Milano Flascucci~

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Sundance Festival Winner...Director Ava DuVernay!

Let me start by saying Congratulations to director Ava DuVernay for winning the 2012 Sundance “Best Director” award! Ms. DuVernay is now the first African-American woman to win the directing award in the dramatic category at Sundance film festival. For those who may not know the relevance of the Sundance Film Festival, it is held in January of each year in Utah. Known as the largest independent cinema festival in the United States, It has been around since 1978 founded by Sterling Van Wagenen.  Not only was she the 1^st African-American to win this category award, she was the 1^st woman to win as a Director since Natalia Almada for El General (2009).

Admittedly, I did not know who Ms. DuVernay was prior to this morning (or so I thought) but I was pleasantly surprised to know that I’ve seen her work. In 2011, I caught the featured film “I Will Follow”, with Salli Richardson-Whitfield and Beverly Todd. A powerfully emotional film with surprisingly good acting (you know Salli has gotten much better over the years). She also directed a documentary I viewed titled “My Mic Sounds Nice” featuring a host of legendary divas in the rap industry. And now, it appears she’s out done herself with this latest project “Middle of Nowhere”, which she says deals with a women who has lost her husband to incarceration and now tries to maintain the marriage from outside the prison walls.

This California native and graduate of UCLA has had success in the film industry after creating The DuVernay Agency also known as DVA Media + Marking in 1999. Her agency works as a marketer and publicist for more than 120 films and television campaigns. This accolade certainly awards her the honor of being mentioned when referencing African-American Female Directors with the likes of Sanaa Hamri and Tanya Hamilton. The Strides made in Hollywood to give credence to the impact African-American women are having both in front of the camera and behind the scene are listless and lethargic at best. Yet, when greatness is achieved like in the form of the film “Middle of Nowhere” art has to be respected and honored.

With films like “Red Tails” coming out last week and proving to be a box office hit (Directed by African-American Anthony Hemingway), we now have a impactful indie film we need to see, which by the way has actor David Oyelowo from “Red Tails” playing a role. I’m happy to report that “Middle of Nowhere” was picked up for distribution by Participant Media AFFRM (African-American Film Festival Releasing Movement…DuVerany founded this org). Shortly, after the Sundance Festival. This ensures that we will be able to support this film by going on the internet to locate your local indie film theater and supporting our sister in her journey and supporting her art!

SEE YOU AT THE BOX OFFICE…:0

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Milano Flascucci~

Top 10 Authors on the Conversation w/ Klarque Garrison 2011!!!

During the year of 2011 blog talk radio’s “the Conversation with Klarque Garrison” featured many authors Nationwide in all genres. We decided to feature in this blog our top 10 accomplished scribes and their literary works. We hope that you support each author by visiting their websites and following our recommendation of adding their novels to your bookshelves. The Conversation is an online talk radio show that features authors, singers, entrepreneurs, business owners or anyone with a positive voice, product, service or journey. The show airs live each Sunday at 4pm EST and Wednesday at 7pm EST and records in podcast so you can listen to any playback and any time! I’ve listed the dates we interviewed each author. So, be sure to go to our show page and search the “on demand episodes” for the dates listed…

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In no particular order…

Jemal Gibson

Mr. Gibson has an amazing story of love, despair & curse. In his book “Drugs: My Curse, My Savior” Jemal shares his harrowing experience in the inner city of Chicago and how in a twist of irony Drugs (which once plagued his family) became his Savior! I recommend this book to all everyone as a symbol of hope! This bestselling author is a graduate of Florida A&M University and now resides in Atlanta, Ga.  Jemal was recognized as featured author at the 2011 National Book Club Conference. We had the pleasure of having Mr. Gibson as a guest on the show  March 27^th. For more information on the author visit www.drugsmycursemysavior

Cas Sigers

Cas Sigers a Native of North Carolina has been writing for almost a decade. Her writing journey originates in writing spec scripts for various show runners. She and her business partner Ms. Terri J. Vaughn created Nina Holiday Entertainment with the purpose of developing feature film and television projects. Sigers also served as supervising producer for the Mo’Nique Show! You can find her novels at most Targets & Walmart Stores. Check out any of her 5 novels including “The Virgin Widow!” Cas, appeared on our November 23^rd date!  For more info about Cas Sigers go to: www.cassigers.com 

Trice Hickman

Award Winning Author Trice Hickman (a self-proclaimed Southern Girl)  decided to take the plunge into the literary world after her then secure 9 to 5 job put her on waivers….that code for, she GOT FIRED! It’s a good thing for us that she did because soon after “Unexpected Interruptions” was born! Although starting off as a indie book writer she soon garnered the attention of the publishing house of Kensington Publishing Corp came a calling. You can find Trice on the book tour circuit, speaking with book clubs worldwide or speaking at colleges year round. We caught up with her November 16^th and the show has not been the same since J. For more info about Trice Hickman go to: www.tricehickman.com

Susanna Barlow

“What Peace There May Be” deals with polygamy and the trials it brings the children living within this cultural phenomenon. Susanne is the 23^rd child of 46 children, the quintessential middle child! Reading this book will help you discover how a small sect in Utah has challenged a standard system built on 1 husband and 1 wife. I certainly enjoyed interviewing Ms. Barlow and listening to her honesty with views she was born into. If you’re like me, you have little to no experience with polygamy. Reading this book will give you an insight you never thought you’d have. Susanne was a guest on our show Oct. 12, 2011. For more info about the book and the author go to: www.susannabarlow.com

Dawn Bedingfield

It’s no secret that there’s a growing trend of African-American males dating and marrying women of different races. Dawn Bedingfield has decided to get answers right from the source. This book is a report of here going out into the field and getting answers from African-American men. You will be surprised at what she found! After months of hearing the thoughts of more than 200 men in seven states, Dawn was drenched with compassion and understanding for the black man. You can catch the interview with Dawn on our June 12, show. You can find this book at: www.publishamerica.net

Val Jones

"Chasing the Wind" is a story about the choices we make and the consequences we face. It chronicles the life and times of Viviana Long, an intellectually gifted girl who spent the majority of her life straddling the fence between right and wrong; between humbling herself and standing strong. Viviana’s journey is both good and bad. Come experience the best and worst times a young girl ever had. Val Jones is one of the most talented writers we’ve had on the show. This books speaks to you no matter what age, sex or race. You can find the interview with Ms. Jones by searching the show aired on November 23^rd; Enjoy and look for this book at: www.valjones.com

Kiffany Dugger

Growing up in Mississippi surrounded by southern bells and then relocating to Michigan, Kiffany was influenced by strong women that taught her proper etiquette, style, and grace. People have always been intrigued by Seth St. James, especially her green eyes. After all, she looks nothing like the woman who raised her. But Seth's past is cloaked in mystery. No one knows about the tragic accident that left eight-year-old Seth an orphan in the care of her surrogate grandmother, Madelyn. Together the two have worked hard to keep what really happened that fateful night a secret. We were most fortunate to have this powerful author on the August 31st show. To find more info about Kiffany go to: www.kiffanydugger.com

Dawn Nicole

Dawn Nicole is a multi-talented indie artist who found her way to Atlanta from Richmond back in 2006. While taking a mini break from songwriting Dawn explored her talents as an Author. What came out of this movement was “The Velvet Whisper”. The “Velvet Whisper” is a contemporary urban novel involving three young successful black women who are also best friends. The story takes place in Chicago and takes the reader on a whirl-wind journey of love, heartbreak, mistrust, and intrigue. “the Velvet Whisper” is a modern day love story with an old school feel. Ms. Nicole was interviewed on the December 18^th show. For more info about Dawn Nicole and her novel go to: www.urbanautumn.com

Michael McFadden

After growing up In the D.C. area and living a youthful life of Hustlin on the streets, Michael McFadden realized this in no legacy to leave. Moving to the Metro Atlanta area his life to a turn for the better (MUCH BETTER)! Serving his Country as an infantry soldier in “operation Desert Storm” the proof of change was in the pudding. Now, as a successful talk radio show host, national speaker and author he travels preaching his principles of “Truisms”. We first had an opportunity to have Mr. McFadden on our show on the Jan. 9^th show but since then he’s been a friend of the show and drops by oftenJ! To follow Michael McFadden on his journey go to: www.michaelmcfadden.com

Anjuelle Floyd

Absolutely without a doubt one of my favorite new authors in the game! Ms. Floyd has two excellent novels “the House” & “Keeper of Secrets” with a third underway “Season in Purdah”. She is a clever writer with a mastery of suspense and detail. If these 3 works are an example of where she’s going the Literary World just got a big richer! She’s a wife with 3 kids, license family and marriage therapist, grade from DUKE U., and lives in Cali! You can catch a very insightful interview with Anjuelle on our October 5, show! For more info on Anjuelle Floyd go to: www.anjuellefloyd.com

Wow, what a powerful season on the HOTTEST TALK RADIO SHOW OUT!! I'd like to also give a shout out to all the authors who graced our show in 2011 (too many to name but you know who you are)!!! Thanks so much for your tireless work and your love for your craft. Be sure to check out the shows listed above AND all our other shows in PODCAST at our website: www.blogtalkradio.com/survive365

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Milano Flascucci~

99 vs. 1: who are you betting on?

The greatest trick the devil ever played was that he does not exist. The greatest trick the 1%ers created was that 1% is more powerful the 99%! Nowhere else in the mathematical world is this fact accepted. Yet, in our society we fret and frown that the awe inspiring "Richie Rich-ers" are holding the rest of us hostage. How are they able to pull this magic trick off?

We are not utilizing our two greatest strengths…Our collective power of the vote & our disposable incomes.

 There is a version of “class warfare” going on and they call it “Occupy America Movement” which got its roots from Occupy Wall Street. Interesting enough that one would pick Wall Street as a place of protest. Especially, since Wall-Streeters have no pulse and primarily are not human! The movement has grown to become an international surge taking place in over 95 cities and 82 Countries! The 99%ers are said to desire economic and social equality. The problem is…I doubt if the 1% are going to wake up and decide “your right, we’ll just give you our money…you deserve it!” It’s not going to happen!!! This harkens back to memories of the Proletariat vs. the bourgeoisie. AND I think you know how that ended. It amazes me how the hoarders of power and money believe that at no point will the lower class get fed up to the point of no return?

By no means am I suggesting we 99%ers revolt into a revolutionary war [see Communist Manifesto]. However, I am hoping we revolt in a way that is far more effective.  With our voting power we could become our own lobbyist. We could press for the laws we want passed by informing our Congressmen and Senators that if things aren’t changed they won’t be in office for long. Seems like a pretty easy concept yet it’s not. Why? M-O-N-E-Y…!!! They use money to influence or position. By offering our leaders to acquiesce they then in return deter us from continuing and reason with us why things should stay status quo (see our current tax argument). By using the argument that giving more tax breaks on the top 1% would increase the number of jobs they’d create is just plain dumb and has never played itself out in history….(you remember “HISTORY”? The one thing that is supposed to help us not make the same mistakes over and over again). I'm sure in our hearts none of us believe that argument but we’re still paralyzed to demand a common sense approach.

 The Vote…a Constitutional right that holds the power to shape a nation but we are not using that right. Typically only about 50% of eligible voters actually vote in a Presidential election, and only about 35% vote in a Congressional election. WTH!?

Now, how can we influence BANKS, Congress & Big Corporations to regulate themselves and create a more fair reality for Americans? Choose how and where we will spend our money! The 1%ers rely on OUR income to maintain their 1% status. So, we are the ones to blame in the end. You choose to spend your money at Wall mart even though you know they have unfair working practices towards “women”. You choose to keep you money in traditional banks even though you know they caused the economic meltdown.  Why won’t you make a stand by shopping at small business stores or placing you money in local Credit Unions? Oh I forgot,”Convenience” !!!  You’d rather remain in near poverty and feed the extravagantly rich than drive 5 miles out of your way to support you local Credit Union which gives back to the community by granting local loans. We have the power to control our own destiny but because we’ve become lazy people we refuse to do so.

1%ers vs 99%ers….they win every time because they know who we are and how we think. God help us all!

TIME IS RUNNING OUT….it’s time to act!

HERE’S WHAT I’D LIKE FOR YOU TO DO NEXT:

• If this article evokes any reaction in you….take a bow because you’re still ALIVE. Please write a comment below!
• Join this site (on the right hand side of the home page), it’s easy and free!!
• Lastly, FIGHT BACK!!!

Milano Flascucci~

Foreclosure….A Moral Crisis?

So far to date, we’ve had over 1 million plus foreclosures in the United States of America. In 2010, we had over 2.9 million US properties receive foreclosure fillings. Are the Banks going mad? Would they be willing to foreclose of every American? The answer….YEP!

The robber barons have the United States on lock. They are unchecked and have no Government oversight that really means anything. Let’s take a look at the current modus operandi of our big 5 economic giants. Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Bear Stearns and Lehman Brothers are essentially the President, Vice-President, Treasure Secretary, US Securities and Exchange Commission, and Congress.  They systematically (driven by greed) constructed and pandered derivatives using mortgage instruments to make billions at the expense of the naïve would be homeowners and quite frankly at the expense of YOU…the smart ones! Because this calamity effects all of us not just the ones who’ve had the misfortune of having lost their part of the American Dream. But who, pray tell, is still on top? Who has not had one legal charge brought up with someone having to pay? I think you know the answer…

Foreclosure-the legal process by which the mortgage holder of lien holder gains its security back! However, here’s the tricky part: The person who’s claiming or suing you for a foreclosure is not the original granter of funds. In fact, I bet in most cases that original piece of useless paper has been traded and gambled on no less than 10 times since you sat down proudly at an Attorney’s table and signed on the dotted line. Is this process legal? Folks like Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin seem to think the answer is NO!!!  The President and this administration have carted out several initiatives designed to urge the banks to work with homeowners who could be saved if their mortgages were restructured or if their principles adjusted.  Yet, not one bank has stood up to meet the President, nor you, half way.

Why not? Do you believe the Banks are hurting now? I’ll help you as you ponder, Heck No! In fact, many economists have found that they are actually making more money now than during the years of pillaging. Banks have deceived all of us. Through powerful lobbyist they control YOUR Congress and keep things status quo. They make believe it’s really their money that they are lending out. I wonder have the “Occupiers of Wall Street” figured out that if they as American People took their monies out of the banks they would inflict serious damage to their working capital? Imagine if the same 2.9 million defaulted homeowners were to pull their monies, 401K’s, pension plans, stock options and savings out of nationalized banks and placed them into credit unions? Now, imagine this phenomenon caught momentum and another 100 million Americans followed suit. Where would the power lie?

Remember when the Big 5 came to Congress and said “If you let us fail….we all fail” and they believed it?! In business we are taught that when there is a vacuum, it is quickly filled. Are you the American backbone and the homes you live in “Too big to fail”? I guess not! Come on America Let’s get organized…where are our social and economic activists when you need them?

Perhaps the lobbyist got to them too?

ALL HAIL DE-REGULATION!!!!! WE CERTAINLY NEED MORE OF THAT...(sarcasm)

Milano Flascucci~

The Extraordinary Life of Mr. Willie L. Harris

Like so many men his age, his creed and his race he found himself trapped in a maze of destruction.  Yet, there was still something quite different about this man. His tale would be one of retribution! His name….Willie L. Harris and his tale would be told in his self-written memoir titled “Whose Will: Ordinary Person, Extraordinary Life”.

I met Mr. Harris while attending this year’s Decatur Book Festival (Ga.) where he was a featured author speaking before a quiet crowd of onlookers. With so many writers and authors there it was very hard to tune into any one particular voice. Yet, after reading only a few short verses, one could tell this was no ordinary orator.  I instantly knew I had to have Mr. Harris on my talk radio show "the Conversaion" to delve further into his journey. I wanted to find out how he was able to right the ship and find his way back from Chaos to Order. Below is the very same interview we had not too long ago. Click the link and discover one man’s journey which will surely tug at your heart and focus your mind…

 

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It’s hard to believe this was the author’s first attempt at writing. Harris has a natural way of bringing you into the story and helping you navigate his life as a boy growing up in rural Georgia. You see how a boy balances loving his father and hating the abuse he doled out to his mother. “Whose Will” is a 232 page turner told by a man who admittedly could barely read or write. Yet, God became his teacher in all things not withstanding... storytelling. This book is clearly about overcoming the odds. It is a monument to those who think life has no meaning and no escape. You will discover hope, courage, power of choice, honesty, perseverance, success and FAITH!

Author Willie L. Harris is alive today after facing drug addiction and graduating from high school without any technical skills. His life growing up was riddled with drugs, violence and other street vices. But you must read from cover to cover to truly understand and learn how a Faith in God can deliver you from the evils of your mind and the World. I highly recommend this book to anyone, of any race, in any condition, living in any country. Thanks Mr. Harris for allowing us a peek into your greatness…

Whose Will: ordinary person, extraordinary life

Author: Willie L. Harris Jr.

Divine Order Publishing

Cover design: Ashil Parag

ISBN-13 978-0-9818572-0-6

Soft Cover  232pgs

$14.95

e-book

$4.95

http://www.whosewill.com/

the Talk Radio Show "the Conversation" airs each Sunday at 4pm EST and Wed. 7pm EST at: www.blogtalkradio.com/survive365

~Milano Flascucci

100th Live Remote Broadcast Celebration Show

The Conversation" with host Klarque Garrison has finally reached the 100th Show and I could not have done it without ALL OF YOU!!!




So, what better way to celebrate then by having YOU come back on the show for a sit down interview to see what's been up since last you were here?!




Me along with my very special co-host Ms. Marcia Dore are going to chat it up with ALL of You in a 2hr live remote show at Kat's Cafe (mid-town) Oct. 22nd! Show starts at 6pm-8pm (but I need ya'll there at 5:45 for sign-in and line-up PLEASE :-)


Listed below are the ALL-Star Guest Line-up!

Brandi Mitchell,                                Jacki Kash,
Quinton Davis,                                 LaShawn McCrary
Jemal Gibson,                                   Shawnta Turner-Richard
Katina Ferguson,                              Chloe Taylor-Brown
Chinaza Duson,                                Dawn Bedingfield
Dana L. Perry,                                 Carol Dunlop
Jayda Cabbell,                                 Genika Reed
Tangie Henry,                                  Stacey Covington-Lee
Destiny Carter,                                 Latrina Johnson
Yolanda Grace,                               Tracy Nicole
Robin D. Groover,                          Maiysha Clairborne
Dane Reid,                                      Catherine Zickgraf
Niemah Nefertiti,                             Toni B.
Melanie Richardson,                        Kevin Brown,
Angel Richards,                               Jay Thurman,
Latoicha Givens

Show produced by Ms. Charmine

But there's more!!! We're going to enjoy a night of Networking with like minded professionals, a stellar Entertainment line-up and the one and only PR Experience... doing what they do best....Jam session til the break of dawn!!!

Singers: with our very own Emcee Mr. Michael "Real Talk" McFadden

***Poet Catherine Zickgraf will perform a poem...

Norris G.
DeAnna Dawn
Salakida
Andrea Kelly
Tori Alamaze
Giselle Grayson

***The Red carpet and Paparazzi will be out with Celebrity Photographer Mr. Calvin Evans (get you picture taken on the step n repeat!!!), William Herriott & Robert Cheeseboro...

Finally, Nelson Render & Marvin Pryor the duet tandem of the "PR Experience"...

LET'S PACK THE HOUSE FOLKS!!!!

for more info please call Klarque at 404 447-8265

Tickets are only $10.00 for Gen. guests so please invite your folks to come out and enjoy the night with you...!!!!

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