Generation Us

In this EP, we talk about the only thing the world is talking about. The modern day lynching of George Floyd by police officers who were paid to “serve and protect”. We discuss, debate, argue and speak our respective truths about being people of color in these United States. At times heated ... At times funny ... But always real, as always. Enjoy!

In this episode, we almost don’t even talk about Covid-19 because there’s been SO much more going on in the world. We talk about the modern day lynching of George Floyd in Minneapolis. From there, we move to Amy Cooper in New York who tried to weaponize law enforcement against a person of color and the consequences of that. A lot of food for thought that hopefully will cause you to talk about these issues with your village as we pray for change. Enjoy!

In this next installment of the Covid-19 chronicles, we have our recurring Covid guest Sherman in on the mic.  In this one, we talk about where we are -as always here lately-in the pandemic lockdown.  We talk about the only sports program drawing everyone’s attention - The Last Dance.  Michael Jordan’s final season with the Chicago Bulls.  We also talk about the lack of federal leadership in this pandemic crisis and the fact that states are now starting to open back up and whether it’s too early for that to happen.  We talk about how the pandemic is affecting the rest of the world and why some places are being affected less. Then we take a walk down memory lane and compare the music of todayto the music of years ago when you played albums on a record player.  Different time and different energy.  Hilarious as always. Enjoy!

In this episode, we are back on the mic talking about lockdown life. O had a recent doctor’s appointment that was like none he’s ever had before. We talk about what businesses may be gone for good ... Will you go back to a movie theatre after all of this is over? What will hanging out in a club look like after this? These and other things we chop it up about. We make you laugh and (hopefully) we make you think. Enjoy!

In this Episode, we have our recurring COVID guest William Sherman on the mic. We talk about what the new normal will look like considering that life will never return to what it used to be. We talk about how couples are managing their relationships during quarantine and what dating will look like in the future. We also touch a little on sports, bitcoin and the stock market. Another episode to keep you informed and entertained. Enjoy!

In this next installment of the Covid-19 chronicles, we have our recurring Covid guest Sherman in on the mic. In this one, we talk about where we are in the pandemic lockdown.  How long it’s been, and how long this looks likely to go. Sherman raises an intriguing theory that Covid-19 has been sent by Mother Earth as a lesson on how quickly she can heal AND as a warning that the human race is expendable.  We talk about what life will look like on the other side of this, how this pandemic challenge is bringing out the best in humanity and lessons to be learned.  Hilarious as always, with some things to make you think just a little bit deeper about life in these times.  Enjoy!

Obren and Lavala are joined by their "in house comedian" William Sherman to talk about the current state of life with Covid-19. As this pandemic continues to unfold, we're all left in the dark with very little information on when - or if - it's going to end. However, because boomers want to know EVERYTHING, they're equipped with all the information there is to know. As a result, now is the best time, ever, to invest in a boomer. This one is funny y'all. Enjoy!

In this episode, we square off with 2 boomers vs. 2 millennials. Our recurring attorney, lecturer, comedian Sherman and Bruce .E. Bundles comes in to the studio to chop it up. We talk about COVID-19, sports betting, the stock market, Lavala's pre-wedding event in Toronto, Canada, the fact that Father Time is undefeated, and what that means for Tom Brady. This is funny and at times deep. Enjoy!

In this episode, we talk about the COVID-19 pandemic. We covered the myth that this is a "Boomer virus," the shade being dropped on college students still doing spring break like nothing is happening and our collective responsibility to take care of one another. Every one of us is responsible for taking care of each of us. Stay safe out there. Enjoy!

Millennial- Chris Vigilante is the owner and green coffee buyer of Vigilante Coffee Company. Chris breaks down his journey from working at a coffee shop in Hawaii, to a successful business owner. The greatest takeaway in this episode is that you may have more failures than successes, but if you're operating with passion and belief, you can ultimately achieve success and impact the world with an incredible curated coffee experience. Enjoy!

Oggy Ogburn is a Photographer. Oggy's photographs have been published in trade and consumer magazines ranging from Billboard to U.S. News and World Report. Oggy currently holds thousands of prints of celebrities that he captured back in the day from Prince to Sade laying in the back of a limousine. Ogburn’s work has also been displayed at various exhibits such as the Smithsonian Museum and exhibits in Beijing, China. We really enjoyed talking to him. Enjoy!

Trey Sherman is a Journalist, IG Storyteller and a YouTube Commentator. We get to the essence of how boomers and millennials think differently by virtue of the generational divide along with the technology effect. We talk about whether sexuality is determined by nature or nurture. We also talk about Trey's journey of being gay and the road that he has traveled. Funny, deep and insightful. Enjoy!

This EP is in honor of Kobe Bryant. We talk about what Kobe meant to us and to the world. We also talk about his "Mamba mentality" and his desire for achieving greatness and wanting to die young. We also questioned the ethics of today's journalism and TMZ possibly releasing news of Kobe's death to the world before his family knew about it. Finally, we closed out with our greatest take away and well wishes to other families that lost their love ones in this tragedy. This one got deep y'all. R.I.P to the goat.

In this episode, we have another creative in the Gen Us studio. This is absolutely an "instant classic" ya'll! Dayo & Lavala give a creative's clinic on the desire behind delving into the creative space, how to grow your passion and monetize your gift. We do a deep dive on Dayo's history, his journey and transition to success. We talk about his podcast and how it's focus is to help creatives be great. This one has something for everyone. Enjoy!

In this episode, we are all moving with schedule changes because of the holidays, but we squeezed in time to drop a quick holiday episode. In this one, our recurring attorney/lecturer/comedian guest Sherman drops into the GenUs studio. Among other things, we talk about things we are burning about such as civility and tolerance during this holiday season. Lavala checks Sherman on being a boomer "on the way out." Short and funny, enjoy a laugh for the holidays! Much Love-Gen Us

In this episode, we have our first creative joining us in the studio. Kelley Lynch is a visual story teller, writer and a designer. We had some real conversations about her traveling the world and documenting her experiences. We talked about her encounter with wild elephants in Bangladesh and the result of having faith in spiritual leaders. We also talk about what it means to be a creative today and how to take your talents to the next level. Thanks for joining us Kelley. Enjoy!

In this episode we have our first traditionalist in the Gen Us studio. We have A fabulous conversation with Patricia Davis who is A graduate of Howard University (undergrad), Stanford University (MBA) and Georgetown University (MA) as well as A White House Fellow who teaches us the money game. Patricia teaches the financial principles necessary to achieve financial freedom. From millennial to boomer +, these lessons are for you fo you want to be financially free. Enjoy!

In this episode, we have our recurring Attorney/Comedian William Sherman in the Gen Us studio. We chop it up about the recent Amber Guyger verdict, the house impeachment inquiry into the President and the state of NBA season that is only one week away. That leads us into the NFL season and a deep dive into the Antonio Brown implosion that landed him out of the league. Lots of laughs as usual! Enjoy!

In this game changer episode, we get real with Mollie Coleman, owner of High Caliber events. We have real talk about being a parent and a business owner and the challenges of handling both. Mollie is a marketing guru and drops knowledge on blowing up our podcast (and really any business). This might be an instant classic for Gen Us ya'll!