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Part 2 of Marybeth Hill's inspirational story of recovery. From using and selling drugs to surviving domestic violence, she recounts her life story and how she has used that experience to help and impact others that are suffering from addiction. 

Marybeth Hill pulls up a chair and tells her inspirational story of recovery. From using and selling drugs to surviving domestic violence, she recounts her life story and how she has used that experience to help and impact others that are suffering from addiction. This episode is one you won’t want to miss!


Chuck Reece, editor of Salvation South, pulled up a “virtual” chair and talked with me about the magazine, why he left the Bitter Southerner, and why he’s hopeful for the future of the South.   Salvation South is an online magazine inspired by hope, healing and — most importantly — the desire to create a place on the web and a community of people where civil conversation can happen.     

The extremely talented @rahoward pulls up a chair. Howard and I conversed about his filmmaking, his old hip hop career and he shares why he’s a Griot (and shares his definition of the word). R.A. shares about his book, Beautiful People, and the inspiration behind it. Lastly the pair traversed into why community work and leaving a legacy can hit harder for black men.  Give it a listen!

If you ever wondered if you could be a professional hula hooper, your wondering can now cease. Professional hula hoop performer and artist, Katie Wilson aka Katie Sunshine, pulls up a chair for some conversation with Leo. The two chat about how she was introduced to hooping, how she stepped up her hula hoop game, and the moment when her skills gained her notoriety. Katie also dives into art and the real world impact it can have. As every guest does, she takes her turn with the hot seat questions.   You don't want to miss this fun episode! Katie's Website: katieswilson.wixsite.com/artist   Affiliate Links: https://www.dadgang.co/discount/LEO42269  http://www.rockcityoutfitters.com/LEOCUMMINGS

Artist (and Composer) Faye Hedera pulls up a chair and talks about the inspiration and desire to do the 100 Faces of Conway Project. Faye and Leo get into why she got into art in the first place, how a life changing event impacted her story, and what else is on the horizon for her career. Per usual, every conversation ends with the hot seat questions. Give it a listen!   See Faye's work here: https://www.youtube.com/@fayehedera6486 https://www.fayehedera.com/ Affiliate Links: https://www.dadgang.co/discount/LEO42269 http://www.rockcityoutfitters.com/LEOCUMMINGS

Whispering Willow Farm CEO, owner and garden grower Jill Ragan pulls up a chair with Leo. They get into how she got her start in growing, and more importantly why it's so important to her. She dives into the inspiration for her book "Tiny But Mighty Farm", and explains how what she is doing is far more than teaching others to grow. Jill is such a positive force that you can't help but feel motivated and energized after conversation with here. Check it out!

Nationally known and respected, Police Officer Tommy Norman, pulls up a chair in this episode and it made for a great convo. The always humble Norman gets into what first led him to the police force and why his method of community policing is so effective and why it's led to him being on national television several times. Leo and Officer Norman also dove into a very candid conversation about the tragedy that struck when he lost his daughter Alyssa. Officer Norman is the picture of motivation and positivity, you won't want to miss this episode.

Best-selling author, Tedx Speaker, and content creator Jessica Zimmerman pulls up a chair. She gets into her new series: Uncovering Divine Femininity. That led to conversations about taking control of your life, expectations thrust upon you, and relationships, including a transparent conversation about some of her own relationships. You'll want to pull up a chair and dig into this lengthy episode AND check out the series yourself at Jessicazimmerman.com      

In this episode Hilary Downey pulls up a chair to discuss her journey of health, confidence, and consistency. Her story is not only one of motivation but also success. Give it a listen and you’ll soon see why she’s now coaching others across the world and why her story has been told on Good Morning America, Access Hollywood, The Today Show, The Drs on CBS, and in People Magazine.

Miss Arkansas Ebony Mitchell pulls up a chair. Her and Leo talked about how she got into pageants, Miss America preparation, a day in the life of a Queen, and her upbringing in polarizing Harrison, Arkansas. 

The first guest episode is a big one! Dr. Chris Jones, the Democratic gubernatorial candiate for the state of Arkansas pulls up a chair. Leo inquires about his background, education, and the decision to run for Governor of the great state of Arkansas. You'll definitely want to hear what he has to say.

Leo lays out the who, what, when, where, and why of the podcast, including the hot seat questions and pull up a little chair.

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Episode 100 is up and it’s a very special one. In this episode, we recap all the fun we’ve had making this podcast over the last six years. Listen in as the dudes talk through the history of the pod, fun episodes, the never before talked about dark episodes, and other things that spun off from the podcast. We also talk about how the 100th episode is also the LAST episode of Black Dude White Dude.

Black Dude is joined by Doc (Tony) Manning again and the pair got into Ketanji Brown Jackson, the CROWN Act, and Lia Thomas. The back half of the show they got into a serious March Madness Bracket with cereal. Check it out!

Black Dude is joined by fellow black dude, podcast alumnus (Episode 33) and Razorback, Lerinezo Robinson. The duo get into Juwan Howard, Brian Flores, and of course, Lerinezo's show, Keep It Real. The last half they get into a serious debate about their favorite superhero and what super powers they’d want to have! Check it out!

Black Dude was joined by Dr. Tony Manning once again. They dove into the Winter Olympics, more Joe Rogan, cancel culture, Peloton, and the death of Amir Locke. Lots of good convo, you’ll want to give it a listen.

Black Dude was joined by Adena White of Blackbelt Voices (episode 75) officially making this episode Black Dude Black Chick

Black Dude got back in the studio and was joined again by, former guest, Dr. Tony Manning (Episode 52). They talked New Years Resolutions, Winter Olympics, which event they would compete in, diplomatic boycotts, and shared a few stories that’ll bring a smile to your face. Check it out!