#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: 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: 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.

#PositiveControversy: Mental Illness: Depression and Suicide in Black Males (Episode 3)

For far too long mental illness in the Black community has been swept under the rug, causing people to suffer in silence. In Episode 3 of the "The Positive Controversy", host Kristen L. Pope sits down with Squeaky Moore and Kenneth "KT" Nelson, producers of "FACE of DARKNESS" Documentary, as well as psychotherapist Chad Davis and nurse psychotherapist Deanna Johnson for an upfront conversation regarding the myths, stigma and labels of mental illness.

#PositiveControversy: Depression and Suicide in Black Males (Ep. 3 Trailer)

Where do you stand on mental illness? Do you think about it? Do you believe it's even an issue, or is it just something other people deal with? In Episode 3 of “The Positive Controversy,” Kristen Pope sits down with the filmmakers to discuss the stigma of mental illness within the Black community and the importance of advocating for those suffering.

#PositiveControversy: Macklemore, an Independent Game Changer? (Episode 2)

In the digital media era, getting your music to the masses has never been easier. From mixtapes to YouTube channels, indie artists challenge the notion that you must sign with a major label in order to get exposure.

#PositiveControversy: Kanye , Beyonce, Diversity in Fashion Business (Episode 1)

In the midst of IAB week of digital content upfronts, known as newfronts, POSITIVE CONTROVERSY WITH KRISTEN POPE launches as part of the growing trend of successful independent web content.