))
Conversations That Make a Difference with Teresa Velardi: DJs Against Trafficking
Manage episode 520636165 series 3015873
DJs Against Trafficking 15 Hour International Music Marathon
Summary: On Saturday, November 22, at 10 a.m. EST, The Soul 105.3 will host a 15-hour international music marathon. This event, powered by Voices Against Trafficking and the Broadcast Your Dreams Foundation, is the first of its kind. DJs from around the world, starting in Thailand, will play sets between panel discussions focused on eradicating human trafficking. These discussions will explore what individuals can do to combat this global epidemic, regardless of their home country. International sponsors interested in supporting this event can contact Andi Buerger at [email protected] or 541-788-9639.
Guests Bios:
Andi Buerger, JD, international speaker, author, and survivor of child sex trafficking, advocates globally for victims of exploitation. She founded Beulah’s Place, rescuing 300+ at-risk teens, and later co-founded Voices Against Trafficking, uniting voices worldwide to defend human rights. Her books and the internationally distributed Voices of Courage magazine empower survivors and honor human rights champions. In 2025, the Voices of Courage television series debuts, expanding her mission to inspire justice and hope. Website: https://voicesagainsttrafficking.com/
With over 40 years in the game, DJ Dizzi Dee’s natural craft is slam’n on the “Ones” & “Twos” as he lays it down wicked when he spins New and Throwback Hip-Hop & R&B, Afrobeats, and Reggae. At Dizzi’s events, you can expect a crowded dance floor because his style of mixing is electrifying!
Beyond the events and private parties, Dizzi is well known for being the co-founder of the Nerve DJs and his work in internet radio. Dizzi is the radio host of the Pitch Control | Talk Radio for DJs By DJs. The show airs quarterly, where Dizzi interviews top DJ manufacturers and software suppliers about technology relevant to the DJ industry. Dizzi Dee works as an Internet Radio Industry Consultant for Cirrus Streaming, training would be radio hosts, radio programmers, and technicians in the mechanics of internet radio. Dizzi has served as Program Director and General Manager of various internet radio stations. Currently, he serves as Program Director for Rebel 107.9 and General Manager of The Soul 105.3 in Charlotte, NC. Dizzi is also the Chief Operations Officer of Tiger Eye Management, a management and promotions agency for artists in North Carolina. Working with ECMD, Dizzi Dee has been awarded 5 plaques for his role in breaking new artists on the internet and terrestrial radio by Digital Radio Tracker. Those artists included Warren G, Faith Evans, Jon B, Michael J Calhoun & the Kinsman Dazz Band, and the Legendary Smooth B. As you can see, Dizzi Dee is not one to slow down!
You can catch Dizzi Dee every Sunday at 8 PM ET on The Soul 105.3, blasting the airwaves with his thrilling show “The Old Skool Vs Nu Skool Mix Show,” where he features the hottest Oldschool and New School tracks with wicked mashups! Follow Dizzi Dee everywhere. He will take you on that music journey!
Web: https://linktr.ee/djdizzideelive
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/djdizzideelive
IG: @djdizzideelive
Twitter: @djdizzideelive
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dizzidee/
Rev. Emilio Roman, USMC, Master Connector • Marine Veteran • Publisher • Community Servant. Rev. Emilio Roman, USMC, is widely known as The Master Connector — a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, faith-driven leader, and champion for authors, speakers, and communities across the nation. Alongside his wife, Daniela Roman, he owns Co-Author Network, LLC, a veteran-owned publishing company that has helped publish well over 500 authors and has interviewed more than 3,000 speakers and writers through their long-running radio and broadcast programs. Over the years, Rev. Emilio Roman has interviewed an extraordinary range of individuals, from Holocaust survivors to celebrities, queens of countries, public officials, community heroes, and everyday people with extraordinary stories.
Deeply committed to service, he hosts two major annual events for veterans each year:
A Thanksgiving dinner serving homeless veterans
Christmas card drives delivering handwritten cards and encouragement to veterans in Philadelphia and New Jersey hospitals and satellite clinics
These events reflect his lifelong passion for honoring those who served.
When Emilio and Daniela are not working, you will almost always find them cherishing time with their grandsons, Tomás and Sebastian. Now in the second half of their lives, their mission is simple and powerful — service, community, and family first.
Rev. Emilio Roman, USMC, can be reached at:
EmilioRoman.com
BornToRisk.com
DJ Red Bottom is not just a DJ; she’s a queen of the turntables, and she’s here to set the stage on fire. Known for her versatility and creativity on the decks, DJ Red Bottom has emerged as one of the most sought-after DJs not only in New York but globally. With her electrifying beats and magnetic personality, she is the epitome of glamour and sophistication. Red Bottom has built her career around playing distinctly feel-good sound. The Upstate NY native has already shared stages with multiple A-list artists such as Too Short, Erick Sermon, Kid Rock, and Bun B. Most recently, she DJed and opened for Big Daddy Kane on LL Cool J’s Rock the Bells Cruise. You can catch Red Bottom spinning weekly at some of NY’s hottest nightclubs and lounges, and every Sunday on her Ol School VS New School Radio Show on Rebel 107.9 and Heart Radio. Her infectious energy, combined with her passion for music, creates a party vibe unlike any experience. In addition to rocking clubs, she has DJed over 300 weddings and corporate events.
First Lady, South Carolina-born and California-raised, explains such a diverse musical palette. She is one of the Southeast’s people to know in the music industry. Her early years of radio were spent mentoring under iHeartRadio executives. Ultimately leading to an opportunity to join Coalition DJs Caroline as Executive Advisor in 2019, providing organizational assistance, structure, and DJ assistance to the company. First Lady is currently the Program Director for Rebel 107.9 in Charlotte, NC. Now in the post-launch phase with instant attention from markets globally and available on iHeartRadio.
Renea Attaway is a Bible Teacher, Speaker, and Author with a background in healthcare and culinary arts. She is the CEO of Destiny by Grace Inc., a ministry dedicated to empowering individuals who have been knocked down by life, including victims of domestic violence, abuse, and trafficking. With 35 years in ministry and 24 in business leadership, she helps others overcome challenges through faith and practical skills. For more about Renea and her ministry, go to DestinybyGrace.com
Sifu Rafael is a master instructor, entrepreneur, and visionary founder of Speaking Prowess and the NYC Experience Mastermind. As the creator and host of 10 global live shows seen in over 125 countries, he has built a worldwide platform that unites communication, leadership, and holistic transformation. A lifelong martial artist with more than 50 years of experience, Sifu Rafael is also the creator of Sifu’s Mind Body Method™, a 90-day transformational system designed to help individuals detox their bodies and minds, optimize performance, and unlock their inner power through mindset, movement, journaling, hydration, and fasting. Through his keynote speaking, coaching, and live events, Sifu Rafael has impacted thousands of people across the globe—empowering them to master their voice, lead with clarity, and transform their lives from the inside out. Recognized for his dynamic presence and ability to inspire, Sifu Rafael continues to expand his mission of elevating human potential, one voice and one leader at a time.
“Your body is the vehicle. Your mind is the engine. Your purpose is the destination. This is the roadmap.”
Join the Movement at http://www.sifurafael.com/smbm
Website: sifurfael.com
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
Schedule a Meeting: 15 min. discovery call before we book a podcast
Let’s connect on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram
Watch live streams on Sifu Rafael TV on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@sifurafaeltv
Mailing Address:
MAX Martial Arts & Fitness
℅ Rafael Gomez
1741 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale NY 11735
Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/live/ZLmUJSgjO7c?si=TsVvpYkdxBsXI7mF
Chat with Teresa during Live Show with Video Stream: write a question on YouTube
Learn more about Teresa here:
200 episodes
Share
