Dr Annise Mabry

Mitch McCabe is a Brooklyn-based documentary filmmaker who has been making films for over 15 years. Her newest project, Make Me Normal is not only a labor of love but covers a topic very dear to our hearts on Back2Us Radio. MAKE ME NORMAL, explores the rise in diagnosis of mental disorders and the boom of psychiatric prescription drugs, all set against the release of the new controversial psychiatric guidelines of the DSM (nicknamed the “Psychiatry Bible”).  With 1 in 3 Americans diagnosed with a mental disorder and 20% (and rising) on prescription drugs, the film asks, what happened to normal? This documentary covers a timely subject matter that affects us all! Since July 2012, Mitch has traveled thousands of miles across America, filming the stories of regular Americans, families, key experts in the psychiatry field, wellness gurus and mental health policy makers. She's shot 70 hours of footage (and counting!). The Make Me Normal project is in the last 8 days of their fundraising campaign.  They have raised $13, 700 of their $50, 000 goal.  Every dollar counts; and, no amount is too small.  Mental illness impacts all of us--whether we realize it or not. Please donate (http://bitly/igg/Make)  today to give a voice to those who struggle daily with finding their normal.   We are going there!! Tune in on Sunday at 6:30PM ET! Turn down for what???? Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

Mitch McCabe is a Brooklyn-based documentary filmmaker who has been making films for over 15 years. Her newest project, Make Me Normal is not only a labor of love but covers a topic very dear to our hearts on Back2Us Radio. MAKE ME NORMAL, explores the rise in diagnosis of mental disorders and the boom of psychiatric prescription drugs, all set against the release of the new controversial psychiatric guidelines of the DSM (nicknamed the “Psychiatry Bible”).  With 1 in 3 Americans diagnosed with a mental disorder and 20% (and rising) on prescription drugs, the film asks, what happened to normal? This documentary covers a timely subject matter that affects us all! Since July 2012, Mitch has traveled thousands of miles across America, filming the stories of regular Americans, families, key experts in the psychiatry field, wellness gurus and mental health policy makers. She's shot 70 hours of footage (and counting!). The Make Me Normal project is in the last 8 days of their fundraising campaign.  They have raised $13, 700 of their $50, 000 goal.  Every dollar counts; and, no amount is too small.  Mental illness impacts all of us--whether we realize it or not. Please donate (http://bitly/igg/Make)  today to give a voice to those who struggle daily with finding their normal.   We are going there!! Tune in on Sunday at 6:30PM ET! Turn down for what????

We've got a fun packed hour planned for you this week!  First we will have the opportunity to talk with the ultimate go-to connection for the masculine identified (stud) lesbian who is looking for either self or product promotion.  Studs Are In represents, promotes and sells for studs--be it companies and individuals.  Check them out on the web at http://www.studsarein.com to learn more or on Facebook at facebook.com/studrn! Then we will talk to A Gurlz Guide blogger, Benny Ingram on her weekly blog "Studs With Kids: Who Does That". Studs as moms often carries with a lot of judgement from in and out of the LGBT community. Finally we will have a panel of stud moms who will share their journeys into motherhood.  For many, it hasn't been an easy journey and some of their stories will have you laughing and crying all at the same time! Oh and yes, we will have a surprise guest co-host with us...TURN DOWN FOR WHAT??? We are going to turn it all the way up on this show!! Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

We've got a fun packed hour planned for you this week!  First we will have the opportunity to talk with the ultimate go-to connection for the masculine identified (stud) lesbian who is looking for either self or product promotion.  Studs Are In represents, promotes and sells for studs--be it companies and individuals.  Check them out on the web at http://www.studsarein.com to learn more or on Facebook at facebook.com/studrn! Then we will talk to A Gurlz Guide blogger, Benny Ingram on her weekly blog "Studs With Kids: Who Does That". Studs as moms often carries with a lot of judgement from in and out of the LGBT community. Finally we will have a panel of stud moms who will share their journeys into motherhood.  For many, it hasn't been an easy journey and some of their stories will have you laughing and crying all at the same time! Oh and yes, we will have a surprise guest co-host with us...TURN DOWN FOR WHAT??? We are going to turn it all the way up on this show!!

Jennifer Baumgardner, in the September 2007 edition of The Advocate magazine created awareness for a not-so-new-phenomen women who were once married with kids but leave their marriages for a woman after their children become more independent.  These women, knows as Lesbians After Marriage or LAM are defined as " the women who have tied the knot, procreated, and, once the children are out of the home or more independent, found love in the arms of a woman." Coming out is hard; but, coming out after marriage (or for many while still married) brings a whole new set of challenges.  This Sunday, is "kitchen table topic ".  We are going to give our listeners an opportunity to "sit" with us as talk about our experiences as either being a LAM or dating a LAM or choosing not to date a LAM. For many LAMs, this decision costs them more than they  could ever imagine.  So why do women who are lesbians get married to men in the first place?  And what about those women who choose to live a heterosexual life during the week but on the weekend, they become a "weekend lesbian". We will feature music by the talented Tabetha Durham.  Recorded with the bands Shallow Water  and the Forrest McDonald Blues.  She recently sang with Frisky Monkey ..on their latest CD "Involved but not Committed". Join us Sunday as we once again go live and get real!  Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

Jennifer Baumgardner, in the September 2007 edition of The Advocate magazine created awareness for a not-so-new-phenomen women who were once married with kids but leave their marriages for a woman after their children become more independent.  These women, knows as Lesbians After Marriage or LAM are defined as " the women who have tied the knot, procreated, and, once the children are out of the home or more independent, found love in the arms of a woman." Coming out is hard; but, coming out after marriage (or for many while still married) brings a whole new set of challenges.  This Sunday, is "kitchen table topic ".  We are going to give our listeners an opportunity to "sit" with us as talk about our experiences as either being a LAM or dating a LAM or choosing not to date a LAM. For many LAMs, this decision costs them more than they  could ever imagine.  So why do women who are lesbians get married to men in the first place?  And what about those women who choose to live a heterosexual life during the week but on the weekend, they become a "weekend lesbian". We will feature music by the talented Tabetha Durham.  Recorded with the bands Shallow Water  and the Forrest McDonald Blues.  She recently sang with Frisky Monkey ..on their latest CD "Involved but not Committed". Join us Sunday as we once again go live and get real! 

This morning we will have a Back2Us Radio first independent artist spotlight with Annise and Kathleen! Last week, our artist Ta created quite a buzz in the studio before her music even hit the airwaves.  Her sultry vocals and her wide range of styles was a hit with not only the Back2Us Sunday Show but also our listeners couldn't stop Tweeting about her! So, as the Executive Producer of Back2Us, I did the only thing I could...I asked Ta for an artist exclusive! Today we will play several of her songs and just talk one on one with Ta! Be sure t

This morning we will have a Back2Us Radio first independent artist spotlight with Annise and Kathleen! Last week, our artist Ta created quite a buzz in the studio before her music even hit the airwaves.  Her sultry vocals and her wide range of styles was a hit with not only the Back2Us Sunday Show but also our listeners couldn't stop Tweeting about her! So, as the Executive Producer of Back2Us, I did the only thing I could...I asked Ta for an artist exclusive! Today we will play several of her songs and just talk one on one with Ta! Be sure t Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

~~~  This week's host is founder of A Gurlz Guide Michelle Alexander and Gurlz Guide writer, Nitra Wisdom...  Do you ever wonder why you keep repeating the same paterns over and over... Well, maybe its you.. Come and listen as we talk about why we repeat the same destrutive patterns in our lives.  Stop your own insanity.     ~~A Gurlz Guide On-Air is supportive of our LBTQ artists, writers, poets, play writes, actors, directors, painters, etc…  We love our independent artists and want to support their carrers so each week we will feature a new artist.   This weeks indie artist is Kens Garner, aurthor of Word For The Open Mouth.   Musical Guest is B. Steady and BoomClak discussing their Hot new song "Breathe In"   A Gurlz Guide On Air gives a voice to a collection of powerful LBTQ articles and their writers who share their hearts, spirits and personal experiences with the community they love, in an effort to bring reconciliation, conversation, healing and humor to difficult topics. These giant personalities provide insight and perspective on the good, bad and ugly of everyday experiences, shedding light on the beauty of it all. The writers of A Gurlz Guide believe that within our community lie the resources, knowledge and power to heal and strengthen our women and LBTQ families. Each show Michelle and her Co-host will attack a myriad of topics such as  emotional wealth, overcoming addictions, preventing domestic abuse, advocating for our Trans community, healthy relationships, LGBTQ politics and news, navigating life's challenges, healthy and affirming sexual behavior and so many more.   

~~~  This week's host is founder of A Gurlz Guide Michelle Alexander and Gurlz Guide writer, Nitra Wisdom...  Do you ever wonder why you keep repeating the same paterns over and over... Well, maybe its you.. Come and listen as we talk about why we repeat the same destrutive patterns in our lives.  Stop your own insanity.     ~~A Gurlz Guide On-Air is supportive of our LBTQ artists, writers, poets, play writes, actors, directors, painters, etc…  We love our independent artists and want to support their carrers so each week we will feature a new artist.   This weeks indie artist is Kens Garner, aurthor of Word For The Open Mouth.   Musical Guest is B. Steady and BoomClak discussing their Hot new song "Breathe In"   A Gurlz Guide On Air gives a voice to a collection of powerful LBTQ articles and their writers who share their hearts, spirits and personal experiences with the community they love, in an effort to bring reconciliation, conversation, healing and humor to difficult topics. These giant personalities provide insight and perspective on the good, bad and ugly of everyday experiences, shedding light on the beauty of it all. The writers of A Gurlz Guide believe that within our community lie the resources, knowledge and power to heal and strengthen our women and LBTQ families. Each show Michelle and her Co-host will attack a myriad of topics such as  emotional wealth, overcoming addictions, preventing domestic abuse, advocating for our Trans community, healthy relationships, LGBTQ politics and news, navigating life's challenges, healthy and affirming sexual behavior and so many more.    Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

Reggie Jackson has been taking on the Atlanta Comedy Scene by storm since 2005; and, now she's here on Back2Us Radio bringing her mix of Southern Belle charm with a splash raw realness! Tune in to her live show from Kat's Cafe in Midtown Atlanta each Tuesday at 7pm.  Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

Reggie Jackson has been taking on the Atlanta Comedy Scene by storm since 2005; and, now she's here on Back2Us Radio bringing her mix of Southern Belle charm with a splash raw realness! Tune in to her live show from Kat's Cafe in Midtown Atlanta each Tuesday at 7pm. 

So it's been a long time since it was just the two of us...with only a mic between us and our listeners.  What an amazing week this has been as Back2Us Radio launched its first full week of scheduling! I spent the majority of last night crying as the realization of what we had accomplished began to sink in.  Give away that what you need the most...when a friend said that to me last year, I was literally sitting on the floor of my guest bathroom and my life was disintegrating before my eyes. I remember thinking "What do I need the most?"  My brain began responding with one word answers like SUPPORT, UNDERSTANDING, UNCONDITIONAL LOVE, ACCEPTANCE, HEALING, SISTERHOOD...give away that what you need the most.  Listen in tonight as Sharon and I are going to talk honestly about our struggle, our hopes, and how we feel watching something we started become a movement that is bringing healing in our community.  Produced by Voice Republic For more podcasts visit http://voicerepublic.com

So it's been a long time since it was just the two of us...with only a mic between us and our listeners.  What an amazing week this has been as Back2Us Radio launched its first full week of scheduling! I spent the majority of last night crying as the realization of what we had accomplished began to sink in.  Give away that what you need the most...when a friend said that to me last year, I was literally sitting on the floor of my guest bathroom and my life was disintegrating before my eyes. I remember thinking "What do I need the most?"  My brain began responding with one word answers like SUPPORT, UNDERSTANDING, UNCONDITIONAL LOVE, ACCEPTANCE, HEALING, SISTERHOOD...give away that what you need the most.  Listen in tonight as Sharon and I are going to talk honestly about our struggle, our hopes, and how we feel watching something we started become a movement that is bringing healing in our community. 

It's that time of year when everyone is on the hunt for the school supply list, the teacher wish list; and, that Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle backpack that Target had online but can't locate in the store (oh wait, that's MY challenge at the moment).  Seriously, this time of year for many is filled with excitement but for children who learn differently and their parents--there is often very little to be excited about as the fights about homework resume.   According to a 2010 report from the National Center for Learning Disabilities, nearly 2.4 million students are diagnoised with LD and receive special education services in schools.   For parents trying to navigate this educational maze to obtain help for their child, it  is often described as the equivilent of attempting to climb Mt. Everest in flipflops.   What do you need to know to advocate effectively for your child? What is an IEP?  Who is eligible for a 504 plan? Is there really a difference between a 504 Plan and an IEP? What are the first steps in the IEP process? Does it really speed up the process to get your child tested outside of the school system? What are some types of things you as a parent or guardian can ask to have included in the IEP?  We're going to cover all of this and more!  If you have a child that you believe may need extra help in school to thrive then this show is for you!  We will have Licensed Psychologist Dr. Arcella Trimble as our guest to help navigate the waters on Educational Advocacy 101 for Parents and Guardians.