Dr. P On The Pod
Podcast by The Balm In Gilead
Episodes
230 episodes since 2021
Embracing Life's Final Journey with Rev. Dr. Ayo Jordan
The Reverend Doctor Ayo Jordan, a native of Washington, DC, was raised and educated in Virginia. Her spiritual relationship began when she accepted the Lord as her Savior at an early age and was baptized at Hungary Road Baptist Church in Glen A...
August 01, 2024
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25:55
“I’m Not Mad, I’m Just Done!” with Dr. Obadiah Galley
Obadiah Galley, Ph.D. is a dedicated mental health counselor, coach, educator, and health and wellness advocate with a passion for supporting individuals in achieving holistic well-being. He integrates therapeutic techniques with coaching strat...
July 25, 2024
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25:51
Global Warming and More Issues Affecting Our Health
Join Dr. Pernessa Seele, Founder/CEO of The Balm In Gilead, as she touches on a range of issues impacting the health of Black communities.
July 11, 2024
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26:54
Still Talking Truth in HIV Guest: Marvell L. Terry, II
Marvell L. Terry II (he, him, his) is a powerhouse educator, grassroots activist, and cultural organizer from Memphis, Tennessee. HIV advocacy and cultural organizing are personal for him; It was the moment he received a positive diagnosis of H...
June 27, 2024
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23:54
A Daily Walk on the Path of Alzheimer's. Guest: Kellee Bacote
In observance of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness month, Dr. P and Kellee Bacote discuss the impact of cognitive illness in African American communities. Ms. Bacote is the Lead Community Outreach & Recruitment Project Manager at the Clevelan...
June 20, 2024
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30:18
What My Father Taught Me Guest: Julius Turner
Julius Turner is an Audio & Recording Engineer, Sound Designer and Music Producer based in Richmond, VA. He is the Founder of TWOTL Music Productions.
June 13, 2024
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32:26
My Grandmother, My Best Friend Guest: Denisha DeLane
In observance of Memory Sunday on June 9th, which draws attention to the impact of Alzheimer's in our communities, Dr. P talks with Denisha DeLane.Ms. DeLane has 20+ years of community engagement experience on a variety of social justic...
June 06, 2024
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27:28
A Lupus Journey with Salathiel DeLoach
Salathiel DeLoach is the President and CEO of the DeLoach Lupus Foundation Savannah, GA Inc. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in business and is currently a member of leadership in the capacity of a Human Resources manager. She enjoy...
May 23, 2024
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31:09
The New Horizon of HIV Vaccines. Guest: Louis B. Shackelford
In recognition of HIV Vaccine Awareness Day on May 18th, Dr. P and Louis Shackelford discuss the search for an HIV vaccine. Louis Shackelford is the Director of External Relations in the HIV Vaccine Trials Network (HVTN) Lead...
May 16, 2024
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21:21
Happy Mother's Day! Guest Lady Takeisha Brown
Lady Takeisha Brown serves as the Assistant Pastor of Ablaze Church in Richmond, VA with her husband, Bishop Marvin Brown, Sr.She is a Marriage and Family Counselor with over 17 years of Pastoral Counseling serving individuals and coupl...
May 09, 2024
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32:10
Black Men and Mental Health Guest: Dr. Pervis Taylor III
In observance of Mental Health Month, Dr. P is joined by Dr. Pervis Taylor III for an in-depth discussion of Black men's mental health concerns. He and Dr. P discuss real-time challenges and solutions for Black men and the women who love ...
May 02, 2024
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33:23
The Stress Factor: Black Men & Stress Management; Guest: Cary Goodman
In observance of Stress Awareness Month, Dr. P. sits down with Cary Goodman, founder of Black Men's Wholeness, an initiative to heal the impact of stress on Black men's lives. Cary L. Goodman, a native of Richmond, VA,...
April 25, 2024
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33:09
Protecting Our Mothers and Babies with Natasha Aldridge
Natasha Aldridge is a Perinatal Health Justice Equity Advocate and Family Support Professional with a mission to ensure that every pregnant, postpartum, and birth family has access to and receives safe, equitable, high-quality care.
April 11, 2024
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29:15
A Parkinson’s Journey with Love. Guests: Phil and Julia Gee; Evelyn Stevens, MPH
Phil Gee was first diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) in 2015, one year after retiring from a very successful thirty-three-year career holding a number of engineering, manufacturing and supply chain senior level positions. Sinc...
April 11, 2024
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31:59
Holy Week Musings with Rev. Dr. Obery Hendricks
A life long social activist, Obery Hendricks is one of the foremost commentators on the intersection of religion and political economy in America. He is the most widely read and perhaps the most influential African American biblical scholar wri...
March 28, 2024
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31:03
Celebrating Influential Black Women Who Run and Lead with Jay Ell Alexander
Jay Ell Alexander is motivated by her passion for sparking a change in the minds and bodies of others through her entrepreneurial spirit. As owner and CEO of The Vaughn Strategy, a branding and public relations firm and Black Girls RUN!, a nati...
March 21, 2024
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21:54
Multiple Myeloma In Our Congregations and Communities Guest: Dr. Joseph Mikhael
Don't miss The Balm In Gilead's Multiple Myeloma Spotlight on our website!This week's guest, Dr Joseph Mikhael MD, MEd, FRCPC, FACP, leads the M-Power projec...
March 14, 2024
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23:46
Still Talking Truth in HIV with Guest: Marvell L. Terry, II
Marvell L. Terry II (he, him, his) is a powerhouse educator, grassroots activist, and cultural organizer from Memphis, Tennessee. HIV advocacy and cultural organizing are personal for him; It was the moment he received a positive diagnosis of H...
March 07, 2024
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28:34
The 36th National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS: Honoring the Impact of the Southern Faith Community
In this episode, Dr. P is joined by lawyer and activist Dafina Ward, JD.Dafina Ward, J.D. is an attorney and non-profit strategist with nearly fifteen years of experience addressing HIV and health equity issues in the southern United St...
February 29, 2024
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38:14
Galvanizing The Black Community to Drive Health Equity
In this episode, Dr. P has a stimulating discussion with two insightful guests: Pastor Gerard Duncan and Jude Ngang. Pastor Gerard Duncan is the senior pastor of Prayers By Faith Family Ministries in Gainesville, Florida.&nbs...
February 22, 2024
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28:32
Black Church Music with Guest Dr. Stephen Hurd
A charismatic praise & worship leader, Washington, D.C.-based Dr. Stephen Hurd wears all the hats one can possibly wear as a contemporary gospel artist. He has done spoken word pieces, sung many more, directed choirs and arranged vocals, le...
February 15, 2024
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33:09
Preserving Gullah Geechee Heritage Guest: Victoria Smalls
Victoria A. Smalls, a native of St. Helena Island, SC, serves as President & CEO at Smalls Cultural Resources, championing Gullah Geechee communities across the southeastern United States. With a focus on climate, land, and oce...
February 08, 2024
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31:48
Your Purpose, Your Lifestyle Change with Guest Michelle D. Hare
Fitness and nutrition expert Michelle D. Hare shares how we can succeed on our path to a healthier lifestyle.Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, Michelle is a longtime dance and exercise enthusiast. She obtained a B.S. and M.S. ...
February 01, 2024
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30:27
Inspiration and Gratitude with Rev. Dr. Sande Bailey-Gwinn
Rev. Dr. Sande Bailey-Gwinn is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Foundations for Living, based in Jefferson, GA.Foundations For Living is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating Transformational Moments through Inspiration ...
January 25, 2024
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27:46
A Purpose-Driven Year with Guest Yolanda Reed
Yolanda Reed is the Owner, President and CEO of Eudora Enterprises, LLC where she functions in the knowledge, understanding and workings of the Proverbs 31 woman. She purchases real estate and invests in other capital ventures. “She considers a...
January 18, 2024
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