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Read transcript Episode Notes DeWitt Fleming Jr. is an acclaimed tap dancer/actor and has performed and taught throughout the world. Currently he can be seen on Broadway in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical where he is also the tap dance choreographer. See the Good morning America Performance here. He has danced as a soloist with Gramm…

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S3E2 - The Student & The Teacher: An Interview With Andrew Carr, Assistant Rehearsal Director, M.A.D.D. Rhythms 48:38

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CORRECTION: At 5:11, I called "A Love Supreme" the Miles Davis album. It is John Coltrane's album. Andrew Carr has been dancing all of his life. At the age of 4 he first began taking tap classes at the Mayfair Academy of Fine Arts, and by the age of 6 he joined the M.A.D.D Rhythms Tap Academy classes taught by Bril Barrett and Star Dixon. At the ag…

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S3E1 - Looking Back And Looking Forward: Using The Past To Navigate The Future 49:27

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Get ready to dive into the dynamic world of Bril Barrett as he kicks off Season 3 of “The Either/And Podcast w/ Bril Barrett”! With a reflective look back at the highs and lows of 2024 and a thrilling sneak peek into the wonders of 2025, this season promises to be nothing short of electrifying. Don’t miss out on the candid conversations and excitin…

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Ep. 3 Dr. Pam Confer talks about Horace Silver Song for My Father 41:35

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Pam Confer, Ph.D., is an international, award-winning, bilingual professional speaker, jazz singer, business consultant, public relations guru, and sports clay enthusiast. She explodes with confidence— teaching everyone how a simple smile can move the world! With a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University, Dr. Confer …

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Ep. 2 Gerard Howard talks about Grant Green Idle Moments 46:43

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High Notes is a monthly series of conversations with Jazz aficionados about their favorite albums off the timeless label Blue Note records. Open to the public for people who love Jazz or curious to get into the genre. Each monthly conversation will be recorded and posted on youtube and other services to listen to it as a podcast. Moderated by WJSU.…

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Ep 1. Arden Barnett talks about Herbie Hancock Maiden Voyage 33:32

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High Notes is a monthly series of conversations with Jazz aficionados about their favorite albums off the timeless label Blue Note records. Open to the public for people who love Jazz or curious to get into the genre. Each monthly conversation will be recorded and posted on youtube and other services to listen to it as a podcast. Moderated by WJSU.…

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Episode 5: Black Like Me? 32:08

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TMo and Mr. Curl have thoughts on black representation

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Episode 4: The Devil in the Details 45:35

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TMo and Mr. Curl have thoughts on the Memphis, satanist club controversy.

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Episode 3: Toxic Masculinity pt2: It's Not about Us 32:28

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TMo and Mr. Curl have more thoughts on toxic masculinity.

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Episode 2: Is Black Unity a Necessity? 28:08

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TMO and BK have more thoughts on black unity.

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Episode 1: What's the price of being Katty? 1:12:33

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on the Katt Williams interview.

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S2E10 - Mentorship & Leadership: A Conversation With Suave, Founder Of Hip Hop ConnXion 1:21:45

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Read transcript Episode Notes Suavé is the Founder of the Hip Hop ConnXion Family Nationwide with branches in Indiana, Michigan and Headquarters in Illinois. Hip Hop ConnXion has taken 1st in the USA and 2nd in the World at the Hip Hop International Championships in previous years and is the only Illinois based dance company to have been awarded me…

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S2E9 - Similarities & Differences: A Conversation With Mark Howard, Founder Of Trinity Irish Dance Company & Trinity Academy Of Irish Dance 44:57

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Episode Notes Similarities & Differences: A Conversation With Mark Howard Mark Howard Founding Artistic Director / Choreographer For more than three decades, this Emmy Award-winning choreographer has been striving for and achieving that which is profoundly significant and equally difficult to attain—the transcendence of craft to art and th…

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Episode 14: Test or Attack? 29:19

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TMo and Mr. Curl have thoughts!

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S2E8 - African Dance & Ballet: A Conversation With Regina Perry-Carr, Former Artistic Director Of Muntu Dance Theatre & Elaine Blair, Director Of The Sammy Dyer School Of The Theatre 51:33

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Episode Notes African Dance & Ballet: A Conversation With Regina Perry-Carr & Elaine Blair Regina Perry-Carr, Former Artistic Director of Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago (MDT). Perry-Carr is the 4th Artistic Director in the notable, historic forty-nine year old organization. A native of Chicago,IL, Perry-Carr began her formal dance training with her…

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Episode 13: How much good must be done to make up for destruction you've caused? 29:36

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts!

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Episode 12: It's Just Fashion 22:42

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TMO and Mr. Curl Himself have thoughts on hair codes and dress codes.

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Episode 11: Is the idea of "fair" holding us back as a nation? 29:53

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on the recent supreme court decisions!

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Episode 10: Cancelled or Corrected? 26:55

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on being cancelled!

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Episode 9: Is it time to stop saying "don't quit" and "never give up"? 21:16

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on knowing when to tap out!

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Episode 8: Old School vs New School 28:27

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on this ongoing battle!

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S2E7 - Starting A Non-Profit & Running A Non-Profit: A Conversation With Vershawn Sanders-Ward 45:35

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Episode Notes Starting A Non-Profit & Running A Non-Profit: A Conversation With Vershawn Sanders-Ward Vershawn Sanders Ward, (she/her/hers) is the Founding Artistic Director and CEO of Red Clay Dance Company and is currently a candidate for Dunham Technique Certification. She holds an MFA in Dance from New York University and is the first recipient…

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Episode 7: Why can't people just look at something for what it is? 23:52

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on people who just "follow templates"!

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Episode 6: Defining toxic masculinity 28:51

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on masculinity!

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Episode 5: Is social media toxic? 25:20

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on social media!

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Episode 4: Why are good people so quick to shoot down other people's dreams? 17:51

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on god people with misguided advice!

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S2E6 - Black Magic & Christianity: A Conversation With Bianca Shaw 38:36

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Black Magic & Christianity: A Conversation With Bianca Shaw Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Bianca Shaw is an American Hip-Hop Emcee, Singer, Drummer and Songwriter who began writing her first raps at 11-years old. Bianca was inspired by mother, Portia Shaw, to sing and empowered by Missy Elliot, Erykah Badu, and Beyonce’s authentic and power…

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Episode 3: Do people want marriage or guilt free sex? 21:47

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TMO and Mr. Curl have thoughts on marriage!

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Episode 2: What if we did away with the word "gender"? 24:43

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TMO and Mr. Curl discuss gender and the idea of upgrading our vocabulary and some of our systems.

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Episode 1: EP1: How long can black unity last? 31:06

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TMO and BK discuss how long black unity can last before it turns into chaos.

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S2E5 - CRT & DEI: A Conversation w/Tristan Bruns, Host Of Gasps From A Dying Art Form - Part 2 32:48

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Episode Notes CRT & DEI: A Conversation w/Tristan Bruns, Host Of Gasps From A Dying Art Form - Part 2 Everyone is talking about Critical Race Theory - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - The 1619 Project - Woke-ism. However, most people don't know what it is, what it means or how it works! Produced by Vanessa Abron Edited by Tristan Bruns Recorded On L…

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S2E4 - CRT & DEI: A Conversation w/Tristan Bruns, Host Of Gasps From A Dying Art Form - Part 1 1:08:06

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Episode Notes CRT & DEI: A Conversation w/Tristan Bruns, Host Of Gasps From A Dying Art Form - Part 1 Everyone is talking about Critical Race Theory - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - The 1619 Project - Woke-ism. However, most people don't know what it is, what it means or how it works! Produced by Vanessa Abron Edited by Tristan Bruns Recorded On L…

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S2E3 - Local Legacies & National Treasures: A Candid Conversation w/ Some Of Chicago's Tap Legends - Mr. Taps aka Ayrie King III, Jimmy Payne Jr., Martin 'Tre' Dumas & Reginald “Reggio The Hoofer” McLaughlin ... 40:20

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Episode Notes Local Legacies & National Treasures: A Candid Conversation w/ Some Of Chicago's Tap Legends - Mr. Taps aka Ayrie King III, Jimmy Payne Jr., Martin 'Tre' Dumas & Reginald “Reggio The Hoofer” McLaughlin - Part 2 Mr. Taps The King of Whimsical Dance As soon as he enters the room, Mr. Taps' engaging personality and fancy footwork entrance…

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S2E2 - Local Legacies & National Treasures: A Candid Conversation w/ Some Of Chicago's Tap Legends - Mr. Taps aka Ayrie King III, Jimmy Payne Jr., Martin 'Tre' Dumas & Reginald “Reggio The Hoofer” McLaughlin ... 45:30

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Episode Notes Local Legacies & National Treasures: A Candid Conversation w/ Some Of Chicago's Tap Legends - Mr. Taps aka Ayrie King III, Jimmy Payne Jr., Martin 'Tre' Dumas & Reginald “Reggio The Hoofer” McLaughlin Mr. TapsThe King of Whimsical DanceAs soon as he enters the room, Mr. Taps' engaging personality and fancy footwork entrances audiences…

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S2E1 - The Past And The Future: What have We Learned? 35:25

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Bril Barrett launches the second season of “The Either/And Podcast w/ Bril Barrett” with this candid reflection of 2022 and exciting introduction of 2023! produced by Vanessa AbronEdited by Tristan BrunsRecorded On Location at The M.A.D.D. Rhythms Podcast NetworkLocated Inside The Harold Washington Cultural Center https://www.maddrhythms.com/m-a-d-…

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Season 2 episode 32: Don't Call Me Crazy 21:38

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In this episode we did a minimal dive into the semi deep waters of American Social media Psychology and how they have answers for everyone's lives except,their own .

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Season 2 episode 31: Blackberry Molasses 28:27

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In this episode we get into remembrance. Also, how the fact that change is happening all the time continually therefore it is constant and can be predicted to be constantly unpredictable and changing, through the lyrics of a song referenced by an iconic deceased rapper and artist

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Season 2 episode 30: Heavy Soul 23:31

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In this episode we hone in on the inability for certain people to be disciplined in professional settings .

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Episode 29: The Dirty Lowdown 25:14

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In this newest installment. We talk about Vetting and the the military kind. Also, about Time and how it has a funny way of running, constantly. We asked What purpose does a man serve other than to like scantily clad Bad "B's" on the internet? We also lay the foundation for Episode 30

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Season 2 premier . Epsiode 28 : Steppin' Out 21:45

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This is a introduction to season two we lose fake friends we make new fake ones. Especially, if we can afford to buy them. 🤷🏾‍♂️

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Introducing the Truf . Episode 0 9:13

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In this episode that doesn't actually exist. We discuss the longitude and latitude of legacy. The aquiring of tangible measurable investments and how White Supremacy should never be an excuse for your success in a Capitalist society.

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PhD Kimoni Present JUST GOSPEL Volume 145 Hosted by Dr Tumi 7-21-22 6:00:29

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1. Todd Dulaney - Cry Out 2. Dr Tumi - Jesus youre my life 3. Victor Thompson - Not moved 4. Linda Gail - I Shall Declare the Works of the Lord 5. Mark Ayers - You Were There 6. Mark Ayers - You Were There (Reprise) 7. Yolanda Stith & Strong City - Restore and Break Open Prophetic Intercession and Decree 8. Davy Flowers - You 9. Eva Crabb - Revive …

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Father's Day Special . 16:02

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This episode was actually spur of the moment. Based on a conversation I had . Just wanted to say happy Father's day to all the Father's out there.

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S1E8 - Nature And Nurture: The Pedagogy Of M.A.D.D. Rhythms 45:11

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Episode Notes People are always asking me about the Chicago style of tap. They also ask me about the ideology behind M.A.D.D. Rhythms' style of tap. In this episode, I get into all of it and more! Support The Either/And Podcast w/ Bril Barrett by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-either-and-podcast-w-bril- This podcas…

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S1E7 - Chris Rock And Will Smith 44:44

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Episode Notes I know this has been talked about to no end. Everybody and their Mama has talked, debated and even deconstructed "The Slap" seen around the world, but very few people have approached it from the "Either/And" point of view. Give it a listen and let me know what you think. Am I the only one? Support The Either/And Podcast w/ Bril Barret…

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S1E6 - Jussie Smollett & Kanye West 44:37

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Episode Notes The two very different situations with Jussie Smollett and Kanye' West presented me with the opportunity to really share my thoughts about fighting for justice while having compassion. I am a firm believer that you can demand accountability while showing empathy for other human beings. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.…

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S1E4 - My Reactions To Men Reacting To Women 28:45

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Episode Notes I was utterly shocked at the sheer number of men voicing extremely interesting views on women and relationships. This is my real time reactions to some of those viewpoints! Support The Either/And Podcast w/ Bril Barrett by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-either-and-podcast-w-bril- This podcast is power…

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S1E3 - Happy Women's History/and Herstory Month 44:21

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Episode Notes I just wanted to take the time to acknowledge, praise and express genuine appreciation for many of the powerful women who have shaped my life, my career and my legacy! I would not exist, literally and figuratively without these women! Support The Either/And Podcast w/ Bril Barrett by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecas…