
Pain Passion Purpose | Lesson 63 with Brad Butler II
08/09/21 • 42 min
Our guest today is Brad Butler II. His story brings a new perspective to the Cleverly Changing Podcast because he spoke about growing up in a home where his parents and grandmother were functioning addicts. We believe that all people have the ability to rise from adversity to listen to Brad tell us about his journey from special ed to becoming a Mentor, educator, and motivational speaker.
THE AFRICAN PROVERB FOR THIS WEEK'S PODCAST IS (1:40)
Many words do not fill a basket ~ Benin Proverb
WORD OF THE EPISODE ( 2:10)
"Ingonyama" means Lion in isiZulu from South Africa.ABOUT TODAY’S SPONSOR PLAY BLACK WALLSTREET: (2:45)
Parents, are you looking for a game that will teach your children financial literacy, history, and confidence. Yes, there is a game that will fulfill all three of those needs: Black Wall Street The Board Game. It's similar to monopoly but more culturally rich. Their site, PlayBlackWallStreet.com, supports the education of financial literacy for families. Please use the discount code: “CLEVERLY” for 25% off sitewide. (* The discount cannot be combined with any other discounts).
THE GROWN FOLKS SECTION: (3:47)
You're listening to the Cleverly Changing Podcast. Episode 63. Our guest during this episode is Brad Butler II. BRAD is an athlete turned student success and retention specialist. A multi award winning motivational speaker, author, and educational consultant. He helps educators and coaches increase the graduation for students and athletes, using research-based strategies, components of SEL and life experiences.
PLEASE CONNECT WITH BRAD BUTLER 2 AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT:
- Book: "Pain Passion Purpose"
- Website: https://www.bradbutler2.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/bradbutlerthe2nd
Support the Podcast by placing a merchandise order:
There are hoodies, t-shirts, sweatshirts, pillows, and more. Place your order at CleverlyChanging.Threadless.com.
We Need You To Share This Podcast
Also, please tell your friends about our podcast. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. If you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested in supplementing the education of their children.
Furthermore, wherever you are listening to this podcast, please leave us a review.
Lastly, if you want to hear more about homeschooling and how we have managed to make it work, please check out our past episodes.
ADDITIONAL DIRECTORIES:
SoundCloud | Spotify | iHeart Radio | Stitcher | TuneIn ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★Our guest today is Brad Butler II. His story brings a new perspective to the Cleverly Changing Podcast because he spoke about growing up in a home where his parents and grandmother were functioning addicts. We believe that all people have the ability to rise from adversity to listen to Brad tell us about his journey from special ed to becoming a Mentor, educator, and motivational speaker.
THE AFRICAN PROVERB FOR THIS WEEK'S PODCAST IS (1:40)
Many words do not fill a basket ~ Benin Proverb
WORD OF THE EPISODE ( 2:10)
"Ingonyama" means Lion in isiZulu from South Africa.ABOUT TODAY’S SPONSOR PLAY BLACK WALLSTREET: (2:45)
Parents, are you looking for a game that will teach your children financial literacy, history, and confidence. Yes, there is a game that will fulfill all three of those needs: Black Wall Street The Board Game. It's similar to monopoly but more culturally rich. Their site, PlayBlackWallStreet.com, supports the education of financial literacy for families. Please use the discount code: “CLEVERLY” for 25% off sitewide. (* The discount cannot be combined with any other discounts).
THE GROWN FOLKS SECTION: (3:47)
You're listening to the Cleverly Changing Podcast. Episode 63. Our guest during this episode is Brad Butler II. BRAD is an athlete turned student success and retention specialist. A multi award winning motivational speaker, author, and educational consultant. He helps educators and coaches increase the graduation for students and athletes, using research-based strategies, components of SEL and life experiences.
PLEASE CONNECT WITH BRAD BUTLER 2 AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT:
- Book: "Pain Passion Purpose"
- Website: https://www.bradbutler2.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/bradbutlerthe2nd
Support the Podcast by placing a merchandise order:
There are hoodies, t-shirts, sweatshirts, pillows, and more. Place your order at CleverlyChanging.Threadless.com.
We Need You To Share This Podcast
Also, please tell your friends about our podcast. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. If you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested in supplementing the education of their children.
Furthermore, wherever you are listening to this podcast, please leave us a review.
Lastly, if you want to hear more about homeschooling and how we have managed to make it work, please check out our past episodes.
ADDITIONAL DIRECTORIES:
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Keeping Your Family Strong While Homeschooling | Lesson 62
Our guest today is Dr. Monique Gadson. This episode is for moms and dads who homeschool and still want to grow their career and fuel their passions while they are educating their children. Dr. Monique Gadson, is the host of the And The Church Said... Podcast . She homeschooled her daughters while working as a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of counseling, consulting, and program development experience. Today, we spoke with Dr. Gadson about her homeschool journey and how she kept her family strong while homeschooling.
THE AFRICAN PROVERB FOR THIS WEEK'S PODCAST IS (1:40)
Advice is a stranger; if he’s welcome he stays for the night; if not, he leaves the same day. ~Malagasy Proverb
WORD OF THE EPISODE ( 2:10)
"Tata!" means father in Lingala a language spoken in the Congo.ABOUT TODAY’S SPONSOR PLAY BLACK WALLSTREET: (2:45)
Parents, are you looking for a game that will teach your children financial literacy, history, and confidence. Yes, there is a game that will fulfill all three of those needs: Black Wall Street The Board Game. It's similar to monopoly but more culturally rich. Their site, PlayBlackWallStreet.com, supports the education of financial literacy for families. Please use the discount code: “CLEVERLY” for 25% off sitewide. (* The discount cannot be combined with any other discounts).
THE GROWN FOLKS SECTION: (3:47)
Dr. Monique Gadson is a veteran homeschooler who has graduated both of her daughters. She has more than 20 years of homeschooling experience. If you are a working parent and need encouragement that you can keep homeschooling successfully, then you will find Dr. Gadson's interview inspiring.
PLEASE CONNECT WITH DR. MONIQUE GADSON AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT:
- Podcast: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/and-the-church-said-dr-monique-smith-gadson-a0QbnOu-k4Z/
- Website: DrMoniqueGadson.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/drmoniquesmithgadson
Support the Podcast by placing a merchandise order:
There are hoodies, t-shirts, sweatshirts, pillows, and more. Place your order at CleverlyChanging.Threadless.com.
We Need You To Share This Podcast
Also, please tell your friends about our podcast. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. If you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested in supplementing the education of their children.
Furthermore, wherever you are listening to this podcast, please leave us a review.
Lastly, if you want to hear more about homeschooling and how we have managed to make it work, please check out our past episodes.
ADDITIONAL DIRECTORIES:
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Teaching Kids About Money | Lesson 64
Our guest today is Patrina Dixon. Patrina's story is important because many of the lessons we learn about money are not from school they are from the habits of our parents and guardians. Homeschooling isn't just about the regular electives and academic courses, it's also about teaching our children life skills so they will have positive behaviors. In this episode of the Cleverly Changing Podcast we will discuss the importance of teaching our children the truth about how to handle money.
THE AFRICAN PROVERB FOR THIS WEEK'S PODCAST IS (1:40)
Your brother's pocket cannot keep your wealth. ~ African Proverb
WORD OF THE EPISODE ( 2:10)
"Nqoba" means conqueror in Isizulu a language spoken in South Africa.ABOUT TODAY’S SPONSOR PLAY BLACK WALLSTREET: (2:45)
Parents, are you looking for a game that will teach your children financial literacy, history, and confidence. Yes, there is a game that will fulfill all three of those needs: Black Wall Street The Board Game. It's similar to monopoly but more culturally rich. Their site, PlayBlackWallStreet.com, supports the education of financial literacy for families. Please use the discount code: “CLEVERLY” for 25% off sitewide. (* The discount cannot be combined with any other discounts).
THE GROWN FOLKS SECTION: (3:47)
Patrina Dixon is a Personal Finance Expert, International Speaker and an Award-Winning Author of the top-selling financial journal book series, “It’$ My MoneyTM”. In 2018 Patrina was a 100 Women of Color Honoree. Patrina is an advocate for financial literacy. She has a passion for serving her community and uses her company, P. Dixon Consulting, LLC to offer money management strategies to individuals of varying ages. Patrina is shaping the spending and saving behaviors of her clients with a goal of guiding them toward financial independence. Patrina shares financial content as a blogger and through her podcast, The Money Exchange.
Through her education received at the University of Hartford’s Barney School of Business and the disciplines she learned while achieving her Financial Management Certificate from Cornell University allows her to thrive at teaching the importance of financial independence. The It’$ My MoneyTM journal book series and workshops allow Patrina to educate and enlighten youth and families on their finances. She is dedicated to molding the next set of financial leaders. Patrina is a wife and mother who resides in Connecticut.
PLEASE CONNECT WITH PATRINA DIXON AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT:
- Book: "It'$ My Money - A guided journal to help you manage your finances (Volume 1)"
- Website: https://www.itsmymoneyjournal.info
- Instagram: Instagram.com/itsmymoney_
Support the Podcast by placing a merchandise order:
There are hoodies, t-shirts, sweatshirts, pillows, and more. Place your order at CleverlyChanging.Threadless.com.
We Need You To Share This Podcast
Also, please tell your friends about our podcast. While we love having a conversation with each other, the podcast will only be able to exist if more people are listening. If you know some who has children, our tips and tricks are beneficial to parents who homeschool and those who are interested in supplementing the education of their children.
Furthermore, wherever you are listening to this podcast, please leave us a review.
Lastly, if you want to hear more about homeschooling and how we have managed to make it work, please check out our past episodes.
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