Music in my Mind featuring Antoine Griggs

02/04/22 • 31 min

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In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis kicks off the Men of Morehouse series by connecting with Morehouse College graduate Antoine Griggs, who is a musician, entrepreneur, and podcast host out of Houston, TX.
In the episode, Antoine discusses his upbriging in Detroit, his first exposure to music, and the community he was able to build at Morehouse College as member of its renowned glee club.
Antoine also discusses the rise of his business AKG Music Studios and how he's committed to supporting the next generation of musicians and artists through vocal lessons and artist management.
About Antoine:
Antoine Griggs is a native of Detroit, MI and a graduate of Morehouse College where he completed his Bachelor's degree in Music Voice and Performance.
He is also a graduate of Georgia State University where earned his graduate degree Voice and Opera. While atteding Morehouse, he was a member of the world renowned Morehouse College Glee Club, under the direction of Dr. David E Morrow.
Antoine sings with the professional choral ensemble "Uzee Brown Society of Choraliers" under the direction of Dr. Uzee Brown, Jr.
He has also performed numerous roles which including Marcello (La Bohéme), Albert (Werther), and Frances Nurse (The Crucible).

Additionally, he has performed with the Atlanta Opera chorus.
Beyond his national accomplishments, Mr. Griggs has had the opportunity to participate in the Siena Summer music program in Italy. Antoine is the founder of AKG Music Studios where he teaches several genres from classical to contemporary music.
Connect with Antoine:

Instagram: @antoinevocalcoach @akgmusicstudios
Website: AKG Music StudiosPodcast: Antoine's Masterclass

Instagram: @antoinevocalcoach @akgmusicstudios
Website: AKG Music StudiosPodcast: Antoine's Masterclass

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In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with licensed mental health therapist and wellness advocate Jeff Williams about his career in social work as well as his experience as a student-athlete at Wayne State University.
Jeff also discusses his passion for sports and mental health support and how he has helped athletes to bring the stigma about therapy.
About Jeff:

Jeffrey Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is currently the Assistant Director of Mental Health & Wellness for the University of Tennessee Athletic Department.

Williams received a Master's of Social Work Degree specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Williams also has experience working in schools, private practice and community mental health settings.

As a former Collegiate Football player at Wayne State University and a current National Olympic Weightlifter that finished 7th in the country at the USA National Weightlifting Championship in July 2021, being able integrate sports and mental health is a dream for him.
Williams is an advocate for mental health and has a passion for helping individuals through psychotherapy to transform their minds and lives.
Connect with Jeff:
LinkedIn: Jeffrey Williams

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The Expectation of Excellence featuring Dr. R. Wayne Woodson

In the second installment of Detroit Worldwide's Men of Morehouse series, Marquis connects with serial entrepreneur, educator, musician, and consultant, Dr. R. Wayne Woodson about life at Morehouse College and his experience growing up as the child of an educator.
Dr. Woodson also discusses his family lineage as well as the career pivots he's been able to make through the exploration of his many gifts and talents.
About Dr. Woodson:
Raised in Detroit, MI, Dr. R. Wayne Woodson is an educator, writer, consultant, speaker, musician, and serial entrepreneur.
He received his undergraduate education at the prestigious Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA, culminating in a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music (Voice Performance and Choral Conducting).
He has also earned a Master of Music degree in choral conducting and the Artists Diploma in orchestral conducting from Georgia State University.
His Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership research focused on the impact of financial aid on the persistence of Black males at HBCUs.

As the Great Grand Nephew of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the pioneer of African American studies and labeled the "Father of Black History," Dr. Woodson has dedicated himself to educating the public on the contributions of African Americans.
As a highly sought-after consultant, his primary specialty areas are fundraising, enrollment management, institutional effectiveness/strategic planning, and leadership training.
He currently serves as Managing Partner & CEO for Woodson and Associates, Executive Director of The Woodson Foundation, and CEO of RWYN Incorporated.
R. Wayne recently relaunched RWYN Creative Management, for which he serves as CEO and Executive Manager.

Connect with Dr. Woodson:

Instagram: @rwaynethebrandWebsite: R Wayne Woodson