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No. 19 - How You Be? with Shantae J. Edwards

Professor and speaker Shantae J. Edwards joins host JP Reynolds for an exchange about the benefits of personal rituals, the generational impact of our moves, and the power of 'what if.'

About Shantae J. Edwards:

Shantae J. Edwards is a native of Chicago, first of seven children, and first-generation college graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. As a speaker, professor, coach and trainer Shantae helps people who are struggling with recognition, meaning and fulfillment in the workplace. In addition, Shantae helps organizations who are struggling with inclusion, team building, and employee engagement and productivity in the workplace.


About JP Reynolds:

Called “remarkably special” by AllHipHop, JP Reynolds is an innovative artist, rapper and songwriter with an eclectic sound. The creator of “rap gumbo,” his music is a powerful blend of jazz, funk, gospel and soul. In addition to music JP is an entrepreneur, coach, activist, and minister. In 2012, he created Peace and Power Media, an artistic hub that produces music and multimedia content. Since 2014, JP has supported young people in pursuing passion and purpose through various initiatives and partnerships with organizations and communities within the non-profit sector. JP holds a Bachelor of Arts in African-American Studies and a Master of Divinity from Yale University.

Conversation Topics:

What Have You Not Considered (5:52) • The Benefit of Personal Rituals (14:10) • Anger, Fear and Mistrust (20:46) • Generational Impact of Our Moves (26:15) • The Power of 'What If' (32:34) •  Live, Beautiful Human (41:02) • Joy (47:33)

Theme Songs:

"Reset (Hold Your Horse)" - JP Reynolds + BACHTROY

"Elevate" - JP Reynolds + BACHTROY