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Talent Podcast

Van Wilson & Marlon Washington

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Talent is something we all have. Some people know what theirs is and how to live a fulfilling life because of it. Others have no idea. How do I find my talent and how do I use it? Hosts Marlon Washington and Van Wilson bring a unique perspective on the topic based upon their beliefs. Each episode features a different talented guest who is passionately pursuing their dreams.
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Did you know Dumas was of mixed race? We trace his story from his father, General Thomas-Alexandre Dumas, the highest-ranking Black officer in a European army, to Alexandre’s prolific literary career in 19th-century France. Along the way, we uncover the challenges Dumas faced—racial prejudice, financial woes, and his notorious love life—and explore…
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In this episode of Once Upon a Time in Black History, we delve into the incredible story of Ona Judge, an enslaved woman who made a daring escape from President George Washington’s household. Despite the harsh reality of slavery, Ona’s courage and determination led her to freedom, even in the face of relentless efforts to recapture her.…
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In this episode of Once Upon a Time in Black History, we explore the significance of the bicycle during the Jim Crow era and highlight the contributions of African American inventors like Matthew A. Cherry and Isaac R. Johnson. The bicycle symbolized freedom for Black Americans, and these inventors played a key role in advancing transportation tech…
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In this episode of "Once Upon a Time in Black History," host Tamara Shiloh explores the history and legacy of "The Green Book." This essential travel guide provided African-American travelers with safe and welcoming locations during the Jim Crow era. Learn how Victor Hugo Green, a Harlem postal worker, created this powerful resource, and discover t…
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Onesimus (late 1600s–1700s) was an African man who was instrumental in the mitigation of the impact of a smallpox outbreak in Boston, Massachusetts. His birth name is unknown. His birth name is unknown. He was enslaved in 1706 and was given to the New England Puritan minister Cotton Mather. Onesimus introduced Mather to the principle and procedure …
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Nat Love was an American cowboy and former slave in the period following the American Civil War. His exploits have made him one of the most famous heroes of the Old West. Despite slavery-era statutes that outlawed black literacy, he learned to read and write as a child with the help of his father, Sampson. When slavery ended, Love's parents stayed …
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On this episode of Once upon a time in black history we talk about Edward Joseph Dwight Jr. He is an American sculptor, author, and former test pilot. He is the first African American to have entered the Air Force training program from which NASA selected astronauts. He was controversially not selected to officially join NASA.…
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As part of Women's History Month, this "Once Upon A Time in Black History" episode introduces to listeners Maggie Lena Walker, who was the first African American woman to charter a bank in the U.S. Walker was an African-American businesswoman and teacher who became the first African American woman to serve as a bank president. Join host, Tamara Shi…
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Thomas Jennings was the first Black man to receive a U.S. patent. He was a skilled tailor and eventually he discovered a unique way to dry clean clothes. It's the system we still use today. Also, his daughter, Elizabeth was a trailblazer in her own right as the Black woman who helped desegregate the trolley car system in NY.…
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https://talentpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/anniversaryepisodept-3.mp3We’re baaaaaack! It’s been almost 2 years since we’ve posted anything but we continue to gain followers. Thank you! We catch you up on our lives in this three part anniversary episode. Also, Justin Verstraete, former guest and biggest fan joins in on the fun. It’s Justin’s …
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https://talentpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/anniversaryepisodept-2.mp3We’re baaaaaack! It’s been almost 2 years since we’ve posted anything but we continue to gain followers. Thank you! We catch you up on our lives in this three part anniversary episode. Also, Justin Verstraete, former guest and biggest fan joins in on the fun. It’s Marlon’s …
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https://talentpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2015/05/anniversaryepisodept-1.m4a We’re baaaaaack! It’s been almost 2 years since we’ve posted anything but we continue to gain followers. Thank you! We catch you up on our lives in this three part anniversary episode. Also, Justin Verstraete, former guest and biggest fan joins in on the fun. Van goes firs…
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The guys talk with Todd Siegel, a consultant. Other than Ross Cochran, our only non-artistic guest. He talks about what it takes to be a consultant, how he got into being a consultant, and using his big picture talents to make life better for others. He has some big dreams for his future that don’t necessarily involve consulting but uses the same s…
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Van turns the tables on Marlon and puts him in the “Complicated Corner.” They talk about living a life that isn’t fulfilling through the lens of pastors who realize that they aren’t being called to serve as a leader of a church. And they get into a deeper spiritual discussion than they intended. Get ready to dig into the spiritual muck. https://tal…
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https://talentpodcast.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/episode-11-van-and-marlon.m4a Catch up with Van and Marlon. Marlon was the best man at a wedding, Van went to church camp, and they both had some strange things happen to them in the month of July. In the first half of this two part episode, the guys talk about “living with a sense of urgency,” refe…
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Van had a surprise houseguest this week, Chinese actress Rachel Qian. Rachel talks with the guys about becoming an actress, getting into the top acting school in China, and being a Chinese Christian, which is, surprisingly, not as big of a deal as you might think. She credits God for putting all the pieces of her life together from her fateful meet…
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Marlon’s acting career takes a backseat to his ministry. Actually it just plain gets out of the car. Van recently attended the wedding of his former girlfriend and had a great time. He joined OKCupid immediately after. Today’s guest is Jake Kaufman, former youth minister, current Content Strategist at Adept, and admitted “seeker and writer.” He has…
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