Trailer Alert – French Phrase Of The Week – Je Vais Manger…

Trailer Alert – French Phrase Of The Week – Je Vais Manger…

Je Vais Manger… The “Je Vais” sentence structure is extremely important for anyone wanting to learn French. You will use the expression so much that’s not even funny. Click below to find out more. Full episode dropping this week so go ahead and follow us so that you don’t miss the latest from us 🔥🔥🔥

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#ThrowbackThursday – Let’s talk about Relationships, Exes, and Dating during Covid-19

#ThrowbackThursday

Let’s talk about relationships – Exes and Dating during Covid-19

Let’s talk about relationships – Exes and Dating during Covid-19

French Phrase Of The Week

Je vais manger…

I want to go eat. I’m going to eat. I’m gonna eat. “Je vais” is a fascinating sentence structure in French which is often used to express a desire to do something. You can use it to talk about the future whether in the next second or any moment beyond. Sorry I got very grammar nerdy but fuck it sometimes it’s cool. Yes, you can substitutes “manger” for any verb you want or any action want. For example, I’m going to bed, I’m going to work, and I’m going could be said as, “Je vais au lit, Je vais au boulot, Je vais sortir” in that order. The “JE” has a “jhuh” sound almost like pronouncing the beginning of “junk”. “Vais” can be said as, “Vay/Vae/Vai” like way but with a “v”. “Manger” is pronounced as “Man-jay”. “Au” = o, “Lit” = Lee, “Boulot” = boo-low, “Sortir” = Sore-tear… There you go – Enjoy!!!

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Self-Care Checklist

Self-Care Checklist

I know I need a reminder every now and again. 🤪 But this is what I have to say…

“If WHAT you’re creating, contributing, and capitalizing on has any purpose to solve a problem then individuals are going to want to have you around.” – Q

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Happy MLK Day!!!

What Dr. Martin Luther King Jr meant to me…

I don’t know when Dr. King became important to me but he has for sure had a tremendous impact on me. I remember exploring his writings about non-violent civic engagement/disobedience. Listen, being a guy who at times goes against the grain, I naturally gravitated to this philosophy and definitely romanticized the civil rights era. During those times of personal development I leaned heavily into the speeches, writings, themes and events that shaped this period of time. Some days I’d read and listen to whole speeches for leisure. Being a podcaster it should come as no surprise that I am a fan of his voice. Man I could listen to him for hours. Well, as the day comes to a close let’s not forget the reason for the holiday – “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” – MLK

Here is what Dr. King means to me:

🚨 New Post Alert 🚨

🚨 New Post Alert 🚨

Here is a snippet from a practice session I had improvising the chord progression for “Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City” by Bobby “Blue” Bland. The song uses Am7, Bm7, Dm7, C, F, FMaj7, Em7, and different variations on the previous list – if you’re interested. Remember, this is a practice session and I’m an Artist and I’m…

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Q practicing to a song from Bobby Bland
Q practicing to a song from Bobby Bland

Coming up… What are your thoughts about Harris County’s new policy “Fair Chance”

Coming up… What are your thoughts about Harris County’s new policy “Fair Chance”

Harris County Commissioners adopted a plan last Tuesday from Harris Attorney Christian Menefee to remove barriers for job candidates with criminal histories who apply for positions with the county.

The “Fair Chance Policy” was approved by a vote of 3-2.

The plan bans most Harris County agencies from including questions about criminal history on job applications.

Let us know what you think about this in the comments. Are we going in the correct direction for criminal justice reform or not?

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Happy 2022 we hope your new year is off to a great start!!!

A new season of shows starting this week so stay tuned for more on culture, current events, entrepreneurship, and music.

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Taking a break

Taking a break

We’re taking a break and this will be our last post of the year. We’ll be back in action in January. Wishing you happy holidays and a peaceful New Year!

Catch up this weekend…

Catch up this weekend…

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Trailer alert – Does voting matter?

Trailer alert – Does voting matter?

I don’t think it does. Do you? When was the last time you voted? What were the results? How many people do you know that voted? I don’t have all the answers but I am willing to have the conversation. Let’s talk about it does voting even matter any more?

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Happy Monday

Let’s talk… Do we really want change?

Let’s talk… Will we ever see progress? What’s the impact of symbolic gestures of progress on society? Listen I don’t have all the answers but I’m willing to get the conversation started… If these stories resonate with you – like, subscribe, and reshare 🔥 Full show coming soon

A quick translation of “Lady Marmalade”

A quick translation of “Lady Marmalade”

Believe it or not this song is very simple and straightforward to understand. Check out the video or audio link below and learn the lyrics behind one of the most popular songs in American music history.

Did you miss it?

Did you miss it?

My thoughts on Reparations and other musings

My thoughts on reparations and other musings

🔥🔥 THIS IS AN EXTENDED EPISODE 🔥🔥

In the past few years there has been a lot of talk in support of reparations for Black Americans. Some want checks others want free healthcare and a niche market want no taxes. I have side stepped this topic in the past and really for no specific reason. Last week that changed, I had a conversation with a couple about this subject and I assumed the stars aligned to tell me go ahead and share your opinion. Well, here it is. This is going to go a little longer than 7 minutes so bear with me but you will get my thoughts. If these stories resonate with you – like, subscribe, reshare and comment. Show us some love.

Coming up… My thoughts on reparations

Coming up… My thoughts on reparations

Coming soon – I’m going to share my thoughts on reparations for the Black Community. What are your thoughts? Full episode coming tonight at: http://www.bootleglikejazz.com !!!

How my views on Christianity changed and other ramblings from a church kid

How my views on Christianity changed and other ramblings from a church kid

“I’m an Artist and I’m sensitive about my shit!” – Erykah Badu

Watch this video with that energy from the Queen from Dallas Texas. If these stories resonate with you, like, subscribe and reshare – show us some love!!!

Here’s what you missed…

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Trailer – My thoughts on Christianity …

Trailer – My thoughts on Christianity …

Here are some of my thoughts on legalism in the context of religion and faith. What are your thoughts? Leave us a comment below, like and/or reshare!!! ⚡️

FULL EPISODE COMING SOON 🔥

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#TBT: A critique on wealth, social justice and looking rich vs. actually being rich

#ThrowBackThursday: A critique on wealth, social justice and looking rich vs. actually being rich

Happy Friday Eve!!! You made it haha… Nice, listen click the video below and watch my thoughts on the Underdogs leveling up. I critique a video from YouTube that talked about black history, economics and choices using a focus group of Black Americans. Leave a comment below if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe.

Français 101: What does “voulez vous” mean?

Français 101: What does “voulez vous” mean?

The wait is over click below and find out what it means, how to use and how it sounds. If these stories resonate like, subscribe, reshare and show us some love.

French phrase of the day – Voulez Vous…

French phrase of the day – Voulez Vous…

“Voulez vous” literally means “would you like to, do you want to, want to” in French. You will also hear the singular or everyday use as “tu veux, veux-tu, bref” which means the same thing “would you like to, do you want to, want to” in French. Tune in Thursday at 7 pm here on BootlegLikeJazz.com and you’ll hear how it sounds. Don’t forget to subscribe go ahead and enter your email so you can stay up to date with the latest from The 7 Minutes With Q Podcast 🔥⚡️🔥

Here’s what you missed…

Here’s what you missed…

#THROWBACKTHURSDAY: Let’s talk about relationships, exes and dating during Covid-19

#THROWBACKTHURSDAY : Let’s talk about relationships, exes and dating during Covid-19

Meet Peter R. Dowdy – We talk Jean-Michel Basquiat, Cryptocurrency and Card Games

Meet Peter R. Dowdy – We talk Jean-Michel Basquiat, Cryptocurrency and Card Games

In our society, whether we like to admit it or not, it’s almost impossible to become a member of the 1%. Unless you’ve had generational wealth, a brilliant idea (remember that for reference later), or you are a star athlete. And even then, you’ll still face challenges of being accepted into the ‘secret society.’ So as a young black American, sorry to say, our choices are limited, and sometimes they possibly drive us to do the unthinkable. As a high school freshman, I knew I was destined to change the world in a major way but didn’t know how. With entrepreneurial inspiration always around, I had pretty much no excuse of how to make something out of nothing. But where to start? Around this time of the early 2000s, my only venture was bootleg CDs. I knew that wasn’t going to make me millions unless I was selling my OWN music, which at the time, I wasn’t. All I did was play games, but with the games I played, it wasn’t going to make me a millionaire. I loved playing Monopoly, but as others played to understand the philosophy of the real estate and purchasing within the game, I focused on the concept of how the money was made and its function. Think about it! Here we were playing an intense game making fictional purchases of land and businesses and NO ONE was questioning the fact that we were playing with money that we couldn’t use anywhere else. This was made up money and it had a use! Fuck everything else about Monopoly. THAT, that was the key part. It had a use. It wasn’t the normal money we used, but my God, it had a use.

Check out the links below and learn more about his creation. If these stories resonate with you, like, subscribe and reshare.

Trailer – What is Qoinship?

Trailer – What do you know about Qoinship?

Peter Dowdy, founder of Qoinship, joins us this week to discuss his newest business venture. Cryptocurrency is slated to change the financial landscape for decades to come or longer. If you don’t know, cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that is secured by cryptography offering clients anonymity – which is what we all want. This week a Bitcoin ETF hit the NYSE for the first time ever. This is big news and great news for investors in Bitcoin specifically. If you want to know more, click the link below and learn about an emerging crypto business.

Coming this week – Peter Roshan

Coming this week – Peter Roshan aka @picturemepedro

We will talk about his mission to create 1 million millionaires, his new card game titled “Stereotypes” and more. Go ahead and subscribe so you don’t miss anything new!

Meet Ahngelea Bright

Meet Ahngelea Bright

Tax-Keeping By AC specializes in virtual bookkeeping and tax services by providing small businesses insightful knowledge to increase growth and profitability.

Here’s an excerpt from her Instagram page, “One of the biggest mistakes I see small business owners make is not keeping track of all their business expenses.

Not being knowledgeable about all the legitimate business tax deductions can cost you thousands.

Having a strategy is key!

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Catch up on what you missed

Trailer – Common business deductions with Ahngelea Bright

Trailer – Common business deductions with Ahngelea Bright

Certified Public Bookkeeper and Tax Preparer Ahngelea Bright stops by and shares his wisdom for maximizing your financial goals. The numbers wizard gives her opinion of business expenses, healthcare and long term investment planning. More can be found here: https://taxkeepingbyac.com/

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#TBT: 5 Worst Interview Questions

#TBT: 5 Worst Interview Questions

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Here is a brief list of our top 5 interview questions to help you stay ready. Everybody brushes up on their interviewing skills but you don’t want to be caught off guard you know, and you want to make sure you control the narrative. Remember, this is all a game. Like, reshare and leave us a comment below.

Special Guest: Chris Legier http://www.show1002.com

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#TBT – Meet Jha Allen – Digital Marketing Guru

#TBT – Meet Jha Allen – Digital Marketing Guru

Jha is a seasoned Content Strategist who teaches small business owners and entrepreneurs how to create strategic branded content through one-on-one consulting and coaching programs.
For the past 5 years, Jha has been defining, then redefining, the key elements to building a solid brand in our fast-paced digital world. As the Founder of her two brands, Jha Allen LLC and Connections Hub, she has implemented her self-taught skills and fiery passion in her own businesses and is now teaching Consultants, Coaches, and Public Speakers how to build their personal and business brands through various forms of online content.

Her passion lies in connecting with other people and being the missing link that connects brands to their target clients and customers. Jha is on a mission to help coaches, consultants and speakers build their brands through genuine and strategic connections.
She’s a Houston native and contributes greatly to her community through community-building activities and volunteering.

Online Businesses that require little to no money

Online Businesses that require little to no money

Ever wanted to start a side hustle but have limited funds? Look into some of these alternatives!

Drop Shipping
Blogging
Video Creation like YouTube
Info Products like E-Books
Affiliate Marketing

REWIND: Negrita Come Coco

REWIND: Negrita Come Coco

La Negrita Come Coco es un personaje que promueve la cultura popular dominicana mediante la web y las redes sociales. Lucha por la aceptación de los orígenes afrodescendientes en la sociedad y, de modo jocoso, denuncia las desigualdades presentes en el país.

Todo el contenido de su sitio web y redes sociales, se elabora desde un punto de vista periodístico y en base a entrevistas e  investigaciones previas. 

Su nombre se debe a que en República Dominicana las personas suelen utilizar ese término para discriminar a la mujer de piel oscura y pelo crespo. De este modo, la Negrita se apropia del nombre y se burla de aquellos llenos de prejuicios, demostrándoles que cualquiera con esas características físicas puede ser inteligente y capaz.

Además —con su cuerpo curvilíneo, pelo crespo y piel tostada— muestra que sin importar cómo nos veamos, lo importante es valorarnos.

La Negrita Come Coco is a character who promotes Dominican popular culture through the web and social networks. She fights for the acceptance of Afro-descendant origins in society and, in a humorous way, denounces the inequalities present in the country.

All the content of her website and social networks are prepared from a journalistic point of view and based on previous interviews and research. 

The name originates from Dominican Republic people who often use that term to discriminate against women with dark skin and curly hair. In this way, La Negrita appropriates the name and makes fun of those full of prejudices , showing them that anyone with these physical characteristics can be intelligent and capable.

Plus — with her curvy body, curly hair, and tan skin — she shows that no matter how we look, the important thing is to value ourselves.

Meet Indhira Suero Creator of Negrita Come Coco

Meet Indhira Suero Creator of Negrita Come Coco

Indhira Suero is a cultural journalist, columnist, broadcaster, press analyst and university professor. She is also the creator of the Negrita Come Coco, a character that promotes popular Dominican culture through social networks.❤️ More can be found here: https://negritacomecoco.com/

Happy Saturday

Happy Saturday – Coming up a conversation with Cultural Journalist Indhira Suero

Coming up a conversation with Cultural Journalist from The Dominican Republic Indhira Suero right here on The 7 Minutes With Q Podcast.

Indhira Suero is a cultural journalist, columnist, broadcaster, press analyst and university professor. She is also the creator of the Negrita Come Coco, a character that promotes popular Dominican culture through social networks. Check out her website here: https://negritacomecoco.com/

Go ahead and subscribe/follow so you don’t miss this great interview!!!

#TBT – REWIND with Araceli Avionn – Engage, Excite and Empower

#TBT – REWIND with Araceli Avionn – Engage, Excite and Empower

Happy throwback Thursday did you miss the show with Araceli Avionn well here is your chance to watch it again. In this episode, Araceli and I discuss African-American women in Corporate America, Emotional Intelligence and more.

Araceli Avionn is a motivated leader whom mentors, coaches, and empowers others to create and obtain goals in their personal and professional lives. Her mission is to “Engage, Excite, Empower” others by utilizing her personal skillset and life lessons to reach greater heights in education and leadership.

Araceli earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston, a Master of Business Administration from The Institute of Florida Technology and a Certification of Professional in Human Resources from HR Certification Institute. Upon graduating from the University of Houston in 2009, Araceli began her career managing in retail logistics distribution, relocating to Nashville, Tennessee for one year and ultimately find her way back to Houston to build her career in leadership.  While balancing a career and motherhood, she has transitioned into senior leadership roles within the Logistics and Manufacturing field.  Her love and passion for leading, teaching and mentoring helped to guide her to a path of following her dream of becoming an Adjunct Professor for the University of Houston Downtown. The transition allowed her to empower not only the leaders in the current workforce but inspire individuals whom are finding their passion within school and working towards building a career. 

Araceli is the proud mom of an eight-year-old son Aidan, the light in her life. She and her son love to travel the world together to which they pick a new location to share for their birthdays. One of their favorite things to do is, try new restaurants.

Araceli has been awarded in corporate leadership as a “High Performer in Leadership” amongst Senior Leaders.  She has also received the “Above and Beyond Achievement Award” for the leadership and development of her teams. An “Innovation Award” was also present to Araceli which highlights process and leadership improvements to which she has implemented

Meet Big Xodia – Houston’s Fastest Rapper

Meet Big Xodia – Houston’s Fastest Rapper

Big Xodia is a rapper that harnesses multiple genres to portray his message using melodic riffs and harmony. Big Xodia gets his name from the Egyptian God card from Yu-Gi-Oh definitely a force to be reckoned with 🔥🔥🔥 @chrizvoice

Trailer alert – Big Xodia | Faster Rapper in Houston

Trailer alert – Big Xodia | Faster Rapper in Houston

Big Xodia joins the show and gives us a verse live on the show click below to hear him. Full episode drops tomorrow 7 pm cst.

#HACMF – A brief bio

#HACMF – A brief bio

The Houston Afro-Creole Music Festival (HACMF) is an LLC, incorporated in the state of Texas. We organize festivals and events which showcase cultures and genres of music from around the world. We focus on the Creole aspect of the music and culture, but, invite other cultures to participate. It is our belief that there is much to learn when culture is shared. We want the world to experience the Creole savoir-faire through music, food, dance, arts, and culture. HACMF aims to unite the Creole culture of Africa, North & South America, the Caribbean islands and Europe.

HACMF will host the Afro-Creole Festival annually during the first weekend of October. It is a two-day event which includes the Afro-Creole Concert and Creole on the Ranch. Each event will feature various artists, bands, and deejays from several countries and genres of music. Multiple vendors and sponsors will have their products on display and available for purchase. More events are expected to be added later.

More can be found here: https://houstonafrocreolefest.com/

Interview dropping soon 🔥

Coming up

Coming up – Houston Afro Creole Music Festival

I am really excited about this week’s guest – Jon organizer of @houstonafrocreolefest is going to be stopping by the show. The event takes place October 2nd with artist like @asabantan @teddysonjohn @demolaviolinist @junitbandhtx @low_rider_aka #soulfya 

Find out more at http://www.houstonafrocreolefest.com – Interview dropping this week

Here’s what you missed

Here’s what you missed…

French Phrase Of The Week

Je vais manger… I want to go eat. I’m going to eat. I’m gonna eat. “Je vais” is a fascinating sentence structure in French which is often used to express a desire to do something. You can use it to talk about the future whether in the next second or any moment beyond. Sorry I…

Did you miss it? Learn some French…

Did you miss it? Learn some French…

Check out a snippet from the show I show you how to use Je Suis to describe yourself in French. I hope you like it – if you do then go ahead and subscribe, like and re-share!!! Merci beaucoup 🤩

Full episode available here: https://bit.ly/3nGN9Fi 

New episode – How to describe yourself in French using Je Suis

🚨 New episode – How to describe yourself in French 🚨

Yes you read that correctly I do speak French and I’m going to teach you how to do it yourself. New videos will come out every other week so twice a month and this is not meant to be a virtual classroom so if that is what you’re looking for then look somewhere else haha

So this video is going to talk about Je suis which means I am or I’m in French. You pronounce it like “zhuh swee” it’s a really easy phrase to say. The cool thing is that you can use those two words to describe yourself in so many ways it’s unreal. Use the website http://www.wordreference.com and try to describe yourself in 7 different ways. Leave a comment below and show us what you can do!!! Enjoy 🔥 ⚡️ 🇫🇷

Throw Back Thursday – Does the USA have a gun problem?

Throw Back Thursday – Does the USA have a gun problem?

REplay!!! Did you miss it? Well catch the trailer below!

Tell us what you think – Does the United States of America have a gun problem??? Full episode available here: https://bit.ly/3tAWKP1

Review: Thelonious Monk’s Advice for Musicians

Review: Thelonious Monk’s Advice for Musicians

Check out this article on Thelonious Monk the link is below and tell me what you think. For those who don’t know Thelonious Monk is a one of jazz’s greatest. The jazz pianist and keyboardist would go on to create a unique style no one could imitate or recreate. Playing during the heyday of jazz, Monk would produce hits like “Round Midnight, Straight No Chaser, and Blue Monk” to name a few. Some would call him the GOAT!!! You can find the original article at faroutmagazine.co.uk a Media and News Company out of the UK.

During a jam session Thelonious dictates 25 pieces of advice for the musically talented:

  • Just because you’re not a drummer, doesn’t mean that you don’t have to keep time. = Yes this is why it’s always best to practice with a metronome. One suggestion could be to slow it down and then speed up but challenge yourself.
  • You’ve got to dig it to dig it, you dig? – Yes you have to be having fun too when you play or when you do anything.
  • Always know – Yes! People have often said, “If you mess up just keep going no one will notice.”, and there you have it even Monk knew it.  
  • Stay in shape! Sometimes a musician waits for a gig & when it comes, he’s out of shape & can’t make it. = Facts – You can’t let it happen. You have to stay ready.  
  • Whatever you think can’t be done, somebody will come along & do it. A genius is the one most like himself. – This screams confidence to me!!!

I love jazz when I think of my favorite artist in this genre Thelonious Monk is at the top. Tell us what you think. Leave us a comment, like, re-share if these stories resonate with you.

Article available at : https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/thelonious-monk-25-handwritten-tips-for-musicians/

Here’s an oldie but a goodie

Here’s an oldie but a goodie

Happy Labor Day!!! I pulled this one from the vault and it’s definitely a goodie. If you like conversations about jazz, blues, bands and songs that make you feel good click below. I discuss my influences, genres I prefer and other gems you might not know about me. Hey if you like coming to this channel please consider subscribing and resharing 🔥

God Body Bingo stops by to discuss new album

God Body Bingo stops by to discuss new album

God Body. God With Me. God In Me. That’s the first thing you see when you land on his Instagram profile. Growing up in the Bible Belt, God Body Bingo, was undoubtedly immersed in the Christian culture, church and traditions and uses these experiences to propel the narrative in his new album “Off The Books” available on major music streaming platforms such as Apple and iTunes. In the video the Rapper proposes that rap is gospel music pushing people out of their comfort zones and forcing them to confront the realities of lived experiences. What are your thoughts? Is there another way of thinking? Do you agree or disagree? Let us know.

If these stories resonate with you – like, subscribe, re-share and support financially by clicking on the page “Your Support Matters” !!!

Do you know how to handle a gun? Meet Last Option Defense …

Meet Daniel Hunt Owner of Last Option Defense. Listen I live in the US of A and many people have weapons and guns are all around us. It never hurts to learn to protect yourself and to be prepared!!!

If these stories resonate with you – like, subscribe and reshare!!! Show us some love

Here’s what you missed | Brief intro to new Tx gun law

Here’s what you missed

Did you miss it? No worries you can catch up here. We spoke with Daniel Hunt Owner of Last Option Defense and discussed the new changes coming September 1, 2021 about the so called “Permitless/Constitutional” carry law. Texans will be able to purchase, possess and carry a weapon without training. For more click below and don’t forget to subscribe and reshare!!!

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New Texas Gun Law – What you need to know

New Texas Gun Law – What you need to know

It’s no secret that support for 2nd amendment has been on steroids over the past decades. We’ve seen gun sales skyrocket, gun violence is on the rise and elected officials push the agenda of the gun lobby. And now, the conservative right along with their leader Gov. Abbott have signed into law, going into effect September 1, 2021 in Texas, HB 1927 that among many other items allow individuals to purchase a firearm, possess it and walk around with the weapon without training. For more on the new law we turn to Daniel Hunt Founder of Last Option Defense a Black Owned Business here in Houston, Tx. Find out more at @last_option_defense on Instagram.

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#7MWQP presents Highway Vodka

Highway Vodka is distilled six times. The hemp acts as a super fuel to the yeast performing the conversion from sugars to alcohol, forming a thick layer of hemp oil at the top of the fermenter. The thick layer from the hemp oil leads to a smoother product that has a noticeably different viscosity and mouth feel than other vodkas.  

Would you be interested in an interview with Highway’s founder Ben Williams? He comes from a long line of entrepreneurs, including his great-grandmother Lucille B. Smith. She was an African-American culinary pioneer whose friends, fans and customers included Martin Luther King Jr., President Lyndon B. Johnson, First Lady Elanor Roosevelt, heavyweight boxing champion Joe Louis, and others.
Highway’s lead distiller Codi Fuller, is also the youngest female Black distiller in the country.  Let me know if there’s any interest. 

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7 Things To Know If You Travel To France – Part 1

🚨 7 Things To Know If You Travel To France – Part 1 🚨

Do you have travel plans this summer? Where are you going? Send us some pictures. In this latest installment in THE 7 MINUTES WITH Q PODCAST I discuss food, fun and helpful tips if you’re traveling to France. Leave us a comment below and tell us what you think.

Trailer alert – Traveling this summer check out my favorite places to eat in Paris, France

🚨 Trailer alert – Traveling this summer check out my favorite places to eat in Paris, France 🚨

So, do you have summer plans? Are you going anywhere this year? If you’re going to France, check out this video and find out about some amazing places to eat in Paris.

Check out my conversation with @Jha.Allen Digital Marketing Specialist

Check out my conversation with @Jha.Allen Digital Marketing Specialist

Jha Allen is skilled in various aspects of digital marketing and specializes in marketing strategy, web design, social media, content creation, and online automation. She and her team have over 10 years of marketing and brand experience and have worked within various industries’ niches. Jha Allen LLC is a brand composed of two variables: Our Digital Community Management Company that helps seasoned entrepreneurs and established small businesses grow their online presence using proven marketing and branding strategies and Connections HTX our social organization and the heart of the company. We provide networking opportunities for entrepreneurs, and the resources needed to excel in their business and personal life. Our goal is to help small businesses develop their online brand identity, build an online brand presence and generate sales.

Let’s talk about it? Relationships, Exes and Dating during Covid-19?

Let’s talk about it? Relationships, Exes and Dating during Covid-19?

I’ve seen a lot of talk about a latest hot topic: dating a friend’s ex. What are your thoughts on it? Appropriate or no? What factors does it depend on? Radio Personality Cameron King and Lofi Hip Hop Artist and Entrepreneur Queen Bre join us to discuss these topics. Like, subscribe, re-share and support us 🔥🔥🔥

Vol. Summer | Chunk Up The Deuce – Lil Keke and Paul Wall | A convo with Founder Matt Salazar

Vol. Summer | Chunk Up The Deuce – Lil Keke and Paul Wall

Summer is coming!!! Haha Haha Haha yea baby and what better to enjoy summer than a concert especially in July. The 24ht will be a day you don’t want to miss Lil Keke and Paul Wall will take the stage in Pasadena, TX delivering an unforgettable show. Matt Salazar, the Founder, spent time as a basketball missionary in Belgium for two summers, labored as a full-time father to emotionally and mentally disturbed boys at a group home in Lubbock, TX when he was in his early twenties and studied political science at The University of Houston – Go COOGS!!! During my time working for a government contractor out of college and I continued my professional development in investment opportunities and landed on residential real estate for a couple of years. During COVID and after multiple surgeries I found myself wanting to do more with my life then chase money and decided to organize my own non-profit and currently operate it. I developed The FarWell Foundation with the intent to end homelessness in Pasadena, TX then move forward and outward from there. As a husband to Lindsay and father to our newborn son Everett Achilles, I have had a renewed determination to execute an environment that is both fun and impactful!!! What?!?! 😉

Trailer alert: Vol. Summer – Matt Salazar | What is Vol. Summer in a nutshell

Trailer alert: Vol. Summer – Matt Salazar

🚨 Full episode drops tomorrow at 7 am here at http://www.bootleglikejazz.com 🚨

Let’s catch up!!!

Let’s catch up!!!

Trailer alert – Jha discussing the importance of building community in your business and brand

🚨 Trailer alert – Jha discussing the importance of building community in your business and brand 🚨

🚨 Full episode drops tomorrow at 7 pm c.s.t. 🚨

Jha Allen is skilled in various aspects of digital marketing and specializes in marketing strategy, web design, social media, content creation, and online automation. She and her team have over 10 years of marketing and brand experience and have worked within various industries’ niches. Jha Allen LLC is a brand composed of two variables: Our Digital Community Management Company that helps seasoned entrepreneurs and established small businesses grow their online presence using proven marketing and branding strategies and Connections HTX our social organization and the heart of the company. We provide networking opportunities for entrepreneurs, and the resources needed to excel in their business and personal life. Our goal is to help small businesses develop their online brand identity, build an online brand presence and generate sales.

#htx

Tune in tonight

🚨 Tune in tonight 🚨

Going live at 7pm c.s.t on Instagram @7minuteswithq joining us will be Founder, Social Entrepreneur and Connector JHA and Organizer of Vol. Summer – Farewell and Co. Matt Salazar.

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It’s Insecure season again

As you all know, Insecure is currently taping their last final season. This show has been extremely monumental in navigating the realities of adulting. But I have one question, should Issa stay with Lawrence?

  • skip this post if you didn’t watch last season 😂

He has a baby on the way with Condola but everything has finally come full circle when the opportunity presented itself to be back with Issa. What do you think? Stay with Issa? Or focus on rekindling with Condola?

Re: Student Loan Forgiveness

With the newly elected incoming executive administration, more and more Americans are having conversations about a host of progressive ideas and topics ranging from racial injustice, immigration to climate change and we’re barely touching the surface. Student loan forgiveness is on the lips of folks too. A simple search online can drag up many articles and conversations about it. Heck, Moveon.org has an email marketing campaign about it so one wonders is this really going to happen.

Would you make the move?

According to CNN, During the pandemic, cities such as Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Natchez, Mississippi, have offered remote workers cash to relocate there, while exotic destinations like Aruba have promoted their islands for stay-at-home jobs.

Now, West Virginia wants to pay remote workers $12,000 to move to its country roads.

On April 12, Gov. Jim Justice announced a program, Ascend WV, that “will allow adventurers to enjoy world-class recreation, uncrowded spaces, and a low cost of living while staying fully connected to their jobs.”

Well, would you do it? Would you move for the right price? Thoughts?! We want to hear from you!

Here’s what you missed

What are your thoughts – should college athletes be paid? What about players who start and players who don’t? What about video games and using their likeness?

Should college athletes be paid?

Should college athletes be paid?

Tonight we speak about a much debated topic! Should college athletes be paid? What’s your take?! What do you think?! Agree? Disagree?

Trailer alert – Should college athletes be paid?

Trailer alert – Should college athletes be paid?

🔥 Full episode drops tonight at 7 pm c.s.t. 🔥

Catch up on what you missed 😀

Catch up on what you missed 😀

Araceli Avionn is a motivated leader whom mentors, coaches, and empowers others to create and obtain goals in their personal and professional lives. Her mission is to “Engage, Excite, Empower” others by utilizing her personal skillset and life lessons to reach greater heights in education and leadership. 

Araceli earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston, a Master of Business Administration from The Institute of Florida Technology and a Certification of Professional in Human Resources from HR Certification Institute. Upon graduating from the University of Houston in 2009, Araceli began her career managing in retail logistics distribution, relocating to Nashville, Tennessee for one year and ultimately find her way back to Houston to build her career in leadership.  While balancing a career and motherhood, she has transitioned into senior leadership roles within the Logistics and Manufacturing field.  Her love and passion for leading, teaching and mentoring helped to guide her to a path of following her dream of becoming an Adjunct Professor for the University of Houston Downtown. The transition allowed her to empower not only the leaders in the current workforce but inspire individuals whom are finding their passion within school and working towards building a career.  

Araceli is the proud mom of an eight-year-old son Aidan, the light in her life. She and her son love to travel the world together to which they pick a new location to share for their birthdays. One of their favorite things to do is, try new restaurants.

Araceli has been awarded in corporate leadership as a “High Performer in Leadership” amongst Senior Leaders.  She has also received the “Above and Beyond Achievement Award” for the leadership and development of her teams. An “Innovation Award” was also present to Araceli which highlights process and leadership improvements to which she has implemented

Going Live – Should College Athletes Be Paid?

Going Live – Should College Athletes Be Paid?

Tonight we speak about a much debated topic! Should college athletes be paid? What’s your take?! What do you think?! Agree? Disagree? Tune in tonight at 7 PM on Instagram @7minuteswithq !

A Destress to do list is something we all need!

A Destress to do list is something we all need!


A Destress to do list is something we all need! Try to incorporate a few things from this list and let me know how feel about them. The world has been in such a disarray and turmoil lately, we all could use a few coping mechanisms. Save this post, send it to a friend!

Guilty

Guilty

#derekchauvin has been convicted of murder for killing #georgefloyd by kneeling on his neck for more than nine minutes, a crime that prompted waves of protests in support of racial justice in the US and across the world.

The jury swiftly and unanimously convicted Chauvin of all the charges he faced – second and third degree murder, and manslaughter – after concluding that the white former Minneapolis police officer killed the 46-year-old Black man in May through a criminal assault, by pinning him to the ground so he could not breathe.

Meet Araceli Avionn… We discuss African-American Women in Corporate, Emotional Intelligence and more

Meet Araceli Avionn… We discuss African-American Women in Corporate, Emotional Intelligence and more

Araceli Avionn is a motivated leader whom mentors, coaches, and empowers others to create and obtain goals in their personal and professional lives. Her mission is to “Engage, Excite, Empower” others by utilizing her personal skillset and life lessons to reach greater heights in education and leadership.

Araceli earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston, a Master of Business Administration from The Institute of Florida Technology and a Certification of Professional in Human Resources from HR Certification Institute. Upon graduating from the University of Houston in 2009, Araceli began her career managing in retail logistics distribution, relocating to Nashville, Tennessee for one year and ultimately find her way back to Houston to build her career in leadership.  While balancing a career and motherhood, she has transitioned into senior leadership roles within the Logistics and Manufacturing field.  Her love and passion for leading, teaching and mentoring helped to guide her to a path of following her dream of becoming an Adjunct Professor for the University of Houston Downtown. The transition allowed her to empower not only the leaders in the current workforce but inspire individuals whom are finding their passion within school and working towards building a career. 

Araceli is the proud mom of an eight-year-old son Aidan, the light in her life. She and her son love to travel the world together to which they pick a new location to share for their birthdays. One of their favorite things to do is, try new restaurants.

Araceli has been awarded in corporate leadership as a “High Performer in Leadership” amongst Senior Leaders.  She has also received the “Above and Beyond Achievement Award” for the leadership and development of her teams. An “Innovation Award” was also present to Araceli which highlights process and leadership improvements to which she has implemented

Trailer: Black Women in Corporate America

Trailer: Black Women in Corporate America

Araceli Avionn is a motivated leader whom mentors, coaches, and empowers others to create and obtain goals in their personal and professional lives. Her mission is to “Engage, Excite, Empower” others by utilizing her personal skillset and life lessons to reach greater heights in education and leadership.

Ever wanted to start a side hustle ?

Ever wanted to start a side hustle but have limited funds? Look into some of these alternatives!

Ever wanted to start a side hustle but have limited funds? Look into some of these alternatives!

RE:Student Loans to forgive ou pas?

RE:Student Loans to forgive ou pas?

With the newly elected incoming executive administration, more and more Americans are having conversations about a host of progressive ideas and topics ranging from racial injustice, immigration to climate change and we’re barely touching the surface. Student loan forgiveness is on the lips of folks too. A simple search online can drag up many articles and conversations about it. Heck, Moveon.org has an email marketing campaign about it so one wonders is this really going to happen.

Here are a few points to think about:

1) Let’s say if legislation works in the favor of the Democrats and a bill is passed and implemented if the opposition tries to overturn it similar to the Affordable Care Act they might get shut down. Why well look at the fight to overturn the ACA they recently got rejected because it more or less is working and millions of people have are enrolled. You can’t just take it from them.

2) Should the push be for a partial payment given the current economic situation or a full gesture? If there is a partial payment then people might get frustrated remembering how the other companies and industries were bailed in the past few decades including in 2020 and that reality could negatively impact the Left moving forward. We also have to remember that many CEO’s and others walked away with golden parachutes during severe economic downturns. This angered many Americans and we still see it happening today. It always baffles me how none of these multi-million and billion dollar companies do not have any backup cash or “savings”! Hey Man, where is your 6 months of savings?!?!

3) Another interesting idea to consider is does this come with a stipulation? Caveat? Condition? Some service that is none military such as public defenders, teachers, volunteer healthcare workers or something artistic too. Like maybe communication or media related work for non-profits, governmental entities and private.

Look, I don’t have the answers and I’m just an average grade of weed in the dispensary but student loan forgiveness needs to be discussed, our elected officials need to move forward with this and we must hold them accountable.

Leave us comment below whether good bad or ugly and tell us what you think – use the #sevenmwq!!!

Follow and Listen Now!!!

Follow and Listen Now!!!

What are you waiting for?!?!?!

Coming up you are not going to want to miss this show with Araceli Avionn we discuss African-American Women in Corporate America, Emotional Intelligence and Passion vs Aggression!!! If these stories resonate with you – subscribe, like, re-share and show us some love.

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new episodes available

Going live… Meet Araceli Avionn

Going live… Meet Araceli Avionn

🚨 Going live tonight at 7 pm c.s.t. on Instagram @7minuteswithq 🚨

Araceli Avionn is a motivated leader who mentors, coaches, and empowers others to create and obtain goals in their personal and professional lives. Her mission is to “Engage, Excite, Empower” others by utilizing her personal skillset and life lessons to reach greater heights in education and leadership. Araceli earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston, a Master of Business Administration from The Institute of Florida Technology and a Certification of Professional in Human Resources from HR Certification Institute. Upon graduating from the University of Houston in 2009, Araceli began her career managing in retail logistics distribution, relocating to Nashville, Tennessee for one year and ultimately find her way back to Houston to build her career in leadership.  While balancing a career and motherhood, she has transitioned into senior leadership roles within the Logistics and Manufacturing field.  Her love and passion for leading, teaching and mentoring helped to guide her to a path of following her dream of becoming an Adjunct Professor for the University of Houston Downtown.

Must see places in Amsterdam

Must see places in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is by far one of my favorite cities to visit I mean it has everything. It is on water, has amazing museums, restaurants and of course weed and the Red Light District!!! Believe it or not that is just scratching the surface.