#PositiveControversy: Whose Uptown is it? A Conversation with Pastor Mike Walrond (Episode 5)

This week, I pursue the controversy of a changing America in conversation with Pastor Mike Walrond, leader of one of Harlem's largest and fastest growing churches, First Corinthian Baptist Church. He is running for New York's 13th Congressional District. A newcomer to politics, his grassroots campaign is inspiring many to believe even a little bit harder.

#PositiveControversy: Who Inspires Lyndsay to Win, Rock & Rule! (Episode 4 Confessional)

TV Personality Lyndsay Christian had a transforming experience this year that shifted her life into full purpose. Listen to her how she's paying it forward!

#PositiveControversy: The Other “B” Word (Episode 4)

The cliché that sticks and stones may break our bones, but words can never hurt us, is a misconstrued declaration of self-empowerment. The fact of the matter is that our words have power and if we are truly going to empower one another, we must speak with careful consideration of the power held in our words. We hope that you all join the conversation in Episode 4 of “The Positive Controversy,” as I sit down with, Life Coach, Author and Speaker Dee Marshall and TV Personality Lyndsay Christian, two women that truly empower me be bold, beautiful and brave and would never refer to me as a demeaning “B” word.

#PositiveControversy: What Inspires Life Coach Dee Marshall? (Ep. 4 Confessional)

What inspires someone who spends their life inspiring, coaching and empowering others? Girlfriends Pray founder Dee C Marshall gives us a glimpse of what fuels her to do the work she does!

#PositiveControversy: The Other “B” Word (Ep. 4 Trailer)

It seems the timing of the trailer for our episode four, "The Other 'B' Word," serves well to offer our team's tribute to Dr. Maya Angelou. If there is nothing else to hold fast to in the wake of a mighty loss, it is the legacy she left of embracing one's own womanhood.

#PositiveControversy: Squeaky Moore Recounts Battle w/Depression & Anxiety (Ep. 3 Exclusive)

There's not always warning signs for the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Producer/Director Squeaky Moore experienced both some years ago and didn't immediately know the root. Moore details the day to day struggle with battling depression.

#PositiveControversy: KT Nelson suffered depression after losing both parents (Ep. 3 Exclusive)

Losing a loved one is a hard pill to swallow, but loosing both parents in a short time span can really take a toll. Producer/Director Kenneth "KT"Nelson details experiencing depression after such a major loss.

#PositiveControversy: Deanna Johnson Passionate about Preventing Mental Illness (Ep. 3 Confessional)

Deanna Johnson is a nurse psychotherapist and not only treats patients of mental illness, she has had personal experience with mental health issues. Co-owner of World of Wellness Center, Deanna is very passionate about her work and wishes to have more effort for the prevention of mental illness.

#PositiveControversy: Psychotherapist Chad Davis Calls for More Help in the Black Community (Ep. 3 Confessional)

Psychotherapist Chad Davis is deeply impacted by the mental health crisis in the Black community. He would like to see a greater effort on the part of mental health professionals to reach out to the hard to reach populations, especially the Black community, and engage those populations to encourage them to seek out mental health treatment.

#PositiveControversy: KT Nelson Says There’s Healing After Depression (Ep. 3 Confessional)

Filmmaker/Producer of Face of Darkness Documentary personally suffered from depression. After the suicide of his friend Lee Thompson, he said he had to do something. He's created the documentary, "Face of Darkness: Journey to Healing," to start the conversation and help others heal.