Nov. 23, 2022

Black Friday Sale - Podcast - 2023 SSL Show Companion, Planner, & Journal

Introducing the new Southern Soul Community Store! Here you'll find exclusive merch for our community, custom products perfect for gift giving and sharing. Get something for yourself too, we recommend the all new Southern Soul Livestream - Show Companion, 2023 Planner & Journal. We designed this as the ultimate show companion and journal for the deep thinker in all of us. It is packed and filled with inspirational writing prompts, show guides and thematic art. Yes, I said art!

Shop Today - Check Out Our Gear!

Get Unique Gifts for the “Best Soulful People in Your Life!” We have new branded gear just in time for the holidays. Check Out Men’s Wear! These Southern Soul branded items are perfect for every day use, gift giving and sharing. Check Out Women’s Wear!

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Capture your favorite Southern Souls Livestream & Shows in a customized journal, plan your next year with our 2023 calendar and monthly planning pages, and keep your pen or pencil close to record every highlight. Shop Now!

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Dance & Discussion - This Saturday

This Saturday Dance & Discussion! Join us for our first community discussion entitled, Rap, Gangster, Hip- Hop, & Trap Music: The Rise, Fall, and Death of a Community's Musical Inspiration. During this conversation we'll give the mic to the audience. This will be your chance to weigh in, see questions below and Share Your Thoughts!

Is it time to let Urban music die like Rock music?
Are these music genres (Rap, Gangster, Hip- Hop, & Trap Music) serving or hurting the community?
Have the artists become "Culture Vultures" who leveraged their fans for success and then betrayed loyalist?
If we let this music die then would part of the culture die?

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Calvin Rich

Host, Soul Thursdays - LIVE Episode Podcast

Meet Calvin Rich, the visionary host behind Soul Thursdays. With a rich background in engineering and 25 years of experience in the software industry, Calvin brings a unique blend of technical expertise and heartfelt passion to the podcasting realm.

As an advocate for neurodiversity, Calvin's journey from self-discovery to becoming a community architect and podcast host is nothing short of inspiring. He's committed to creating spaces where every individual's voice is heard, understood, and empowered.

Calvin's drive to address mental health concerns within the neurodiverse Black and BIPOC community led to the inception of Soul Thursdays. His podcasts delve deep into meaningful conversations, fostering connections and providing a platform for stories that often go unheard.

Beyond the mic, Calvin is the founder of Community Education Collective, LLC, dedicated to empowering change agents and supporting entrepreneurs on their transformative journeys. With his captivating storytelling, technical prowess, and unwavering dedication, Calvin Rich is not only a host but a beacon of positive change in the podcasting world.

Resources: Masculinity and Healing: Redefining Love and Relationships for Black Men with Traumatic Pasts

Resources for Black Men with a history of childhood sexual abuse. Antwone Fischer Movie: Prone to violent outbursts, sailor Antwone Fisher is sent to see naval psychiatrist Jerome Davenport for help. Guided by Davenport, the young navy man b…

Community Education Collective, LLC

At Community Education Collective, we stand by a set of fundamental principles that define our content, engagement, and the nurturing community we aim to foster. Here's a glimpse into these principles: 🌍 Embrace Diversity: At SoulThursdays, we prio…