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Special Edition Alert! Ulanday Toms Singer/Songwriter/Actress talks about being in the music industry, being a single mother, being part of a reality series #FaceTheMusic and more!BioGlenda Ulanday Toms was born on January 31,1987 in Prince Georges County, MD to the late Queen Esther Franklin and Funk singer, Gary Toms of the Gary Toms Empire. At the age of 2, Ulanday began singing in her church choir at First Baptist Church of Guilford, where she continued to sing until her college days. Ulanday’s first performance was at her 5th grade graduation where she sanged R. Kelly’s “I Believe I Can Fly.” Being inspired by singer, songwriter, and actress Brandy; Ulanday entered and won singing competitions while attending school. For two years in a row, Toms won the “Showtime at the Apollo” talent competition at Hammond High School in Columbia, MD. She continued to sing while attending South Carolina State University, 2005 she met South Carolina's DJ Cleve. The two began working in the studio to prepare for South Carolina State University’s Talent Showcase and Miss Alpha Phi Alpha in 2006. After her performances around campus, Ulanday established a name for herself, which provided her the opportunity to sing back up for Motown Records’ recording artist Lenny Williams and Gospel group Mary Mary at her university’s homecoming event. A year later, Ulanday received a singing scholarship, and transferred to Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. In 2012, Ulanday released her first single “Hey DJ” with Southeast Styles record label in Washington, DC. To pursue her singing and songwriting career, Toms moved to Atlanta, GA in 2013 where she began working with Powerhouse Muzik Group. Ulanday aspires to write for artist like August Alsina, Jhene Aiko, Rihanna, and many more, while continuing to pursue her career as an artist.Thanks to our Official Partner: Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229Sponsors:I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts San Ant1723 Babock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Bay Bay McClinton of All Sports Speed and Conditioninghttp://www.allsportsfitness.net/All Sports Speed and Conditioning is the top sports performance training gyms in San Antonio, and has produce many collegiate and professional athletes since opening. All Sports was founded in 1997 by Bremond “Bay Bay” McClinton. All Sports is based out of the beautiful city of San Antonio, TX. Having accomplished his own career in professional sports; starting a company like All Sports was a natural transition for him. Bay Bay is a native of San Antonio, TX. His 100 meter dash in High School at Roosevelt High in San Antonio was not broken until recently. In college Bay Bay played opposite the great future hall of famer, Darrell Green. He went on to sign a professional career with the Houston Oilers, Dallas Cowboys and played 7 years in the European Leagues before returning to his home town to finish his career “San Antonio Texans”. In 2006, his company, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the East vs West Shriners’s college senior bowl. In 2008-09, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the Division II college Senior Cactus Bowl All Star game in Kingsville. Today All Sports Speed and Conditioning continues to train athletes to elevate their athletic performance to the next level in all sports.

Armando Acosta Founder of Immanuel Motorcycle Prison Ministry tells his story about his life and the assistance of Chaplain Fernando Charles II as they both visit prisons to share the Gospel.About Free By The Truth MinistryMissionWe exist specifically to provide a compassionate recovery community for returning residents (men & women coming out of prison) who are willing to take responsibility for themselves and to learn to make good choices while striving for success.VisionThe vision of Free By The Truth Ministry, Inc. is to be part of God’s plan to reconcile the world to Himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. II Corinthians 5:19 Our mission is to create a community here in San Antonio of the formerly incarcerated and their families who will help each other to lead abundant lives in Christ. Our plan is to help men and women by showing them how to Love God, Love People, and Disciple Others.What We BelieveIt is through my own experience with my encounter with God, how His truth has been revealed to me and has Set Me Free! I have seen the same experience in others who have come to know God in their life. How does this happen? I have been asked when I talk about our main verse for our ministry name. "How does John 8:31-32 apply to me? I say it this way, I'm a christian but i am still afflicted with the sin in my life", I still struggle and wrestle with sin every single day. The bible tell me that I am a sinner. (Romans 3:23) But I strive to live my life to follow Jesus everyday. We can do this through the power of God.John 8:31-32, "Jesus said to the people who believed in him, "You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings". "And you will know the TRUTH, and the TRUTH will set you FREE".The reason why people are going through so much in their lives is because they are not adding both verses together in their life. Jesus was talking to believers, Christians or followers of Christ, that if they remained faithful to his teaching, they were truly Jesus' disciples. In verse 31 Jesus used the big word, "IF", this is huge because we have to make a choice in our life if we are going to follow Jesus or we are not.This goes for us as well, if we remain faithful to God he will remain faithful to us. We must choose to follow Jesus and when we do the truth of his word becomes real in our lives.John 15:5, "I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing".When we know the Truth of God's Word, our mind is open to understand what God's will is for our life. And we are changed and no longer want to be the same, but live a changed life.Romans 12:2, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of our mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will".When we choose to follow God, he changes us from the inside out. This ministry is so important. I have seen how God has changed the lives of men on the Prison Unit. Because of this relationship with God, They no longer want to go back to their old life of crime, drugs, sin, and things they used to do. So please join me and let's together share the love of God with others, so that God can change lives, save families, and mend broken relationships and keep them from going back to prison.www.freebythetruth.orgPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts San Ant1723 Babock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

We kick off 2018 with Pastor Keely Petty! Want to start the new year off right? Listen to Pastor Keely Petty's message on living a productive life and establishing a relationship with God. Pastor Keely Petty serves alongside her husband Sr. Pastor Lee Petty in various Ministry capacities at Bethel International Christian Fellowship in San Antonio, TX. She is an ordained Elder/Prophet/Teacher in the body of Christ, Author, International Conference Speaker, and frequent host on various programs for the Trinity Broadcast Network, and various media outlets. She is the Program Director of bethel Community development Corporation, Inc., a Faith-Based Community Organization serving the disenfranchised in San Antonio, TX and surrounding counties.She is the founder of several community based and international initiatives such as: Girl Worth Mentoring, which empowers teen girls to fulfill their God-Given destiny through Life Skills Empowerment Training Sessions. The Self Esteem Initiative 4 Women helps women from all walks of life become competent to live productively for themselves and others through the 6 Pillars of Self Esteem and Emotional Freedom Techniques. Faith Connections which assist Ministries and Churches to become a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) Non-Profit Organization through Strategic Prevention, and Capacity Building Leadership Development and Training.Pastor Keely also work with several AIDS Service Organizations and has been appointed to the Ministers Roundtable of Texas who mission is to reduce HIV/AIDS among women of color through the Texas Black Women’s Initiative and Worth Life. She is the host of a community dialogue “Conversations on Sexual Health” in an effort to reduce HIV infection rates among women of color. She is a member of the San Antonio Women’s Chamber of Commerce, Christian Business Women’s Association, and the Professional Women of Faith Network.She has received acknowledge for her contributions to her community from:The San Antonio Business Journal Women’s Leadership, San Antonio Women’s Chamber of Commerce, Top Ladies of Distinction, Gems of Faith in Who’s Who Women’s Edition, and has been featured on the cover of ReFocused Magazine. Pastor Keely has been appointed as Commissioner on the Mayor’s Status of Women, and holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of the Incarnate Word, and is a graduate of Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA).This beautiful woman of God is the mother of two young adult sons Jirah and Jonathan Petty, and resides in Cibolo, TX with her lifetime sweetheart and agreement partner Sr. Pastor Lee Petty.Share this podcast with friends and family and thank you for listening!Podcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Bay Bay McClinton and Justin Stockton!Bay Bay McClinton Bio:Bremond "BayBay" McClinton has been the top sports performance trainer for athletes of all ages and genders in San Antonio since opening up All Sports, and has sent the most athletes to college and profession sports in all San Antonio. BayBay was the assistant strength and conditioning coach to the World Champion San Antonio Spurs for 5 years and was the head strength and conditioning coach for the WNBA’s San Antonio Silver Stars for one year. In 2006, his company, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the East vs West Shriners’s college senior bowl. In 2008-09, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the Division II college Senior Cactus Bowl All Star game in Kingsville, TX. In 2009 Bay Bay also appeared in VH1’s Celebrity Fit Club as a guest trainer. Bay Bay is considered by some to be the most intense and demanding trainer in the business. His Style is a straight forward approach, challenging the most talented athletes mentally and physically. Having competed at the highest level of competition himself, Bay Bay undoubtedly understands the demands placed on the body and more so the mind of a professional athlete. He believes that when fatigue sets in, it is not just the stamina challenged, but mostly the mind. In pushing athletes to the point of fatigue, his goal is to perfect technique and teach absolute body control. Bay Bay has held strength and conditioning clinics for pro teams such as the Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans and more.http://www.allsportsfitness.net/https://twitter.com/baybay_allsporthttps://www.instagram.com/allsportssa/Justin Stockton Bio (via Texas Tech Athletics):PERSONALJustin Stockton ... born in Zephrhills, Fla. ... son of Melissa Stockton ... has a sister, Brianna Stockton ... married the former Michele Garcia in March 2017 ... couple has one son, Zazzariah Stockton ... a human sciences major at Texas Tech.CAREER HIGHSTouchdowns: 3, vs. Kansas State (2015)Rush Attempts: 11, vs. Louisiana Tech (2016)Rush Yards: 135, at UTEP (2014)Rush TDs: 1, 10x, at Arizona State (2016)* Longest Rush: 75, at UTEP (2014)Receptions: 5, twice, vs. West Virginia (2016)*Receiving Yards: 95, at Arizona State (2016)*Receiving Touchdowns: 2, vs. Kansas State (2015)Long Reception: 75, at Arizona State (2016)All-Purpose Yards: 135, at UTEP (2014)Kick Returns: 6, vs. Baylor (2014)Kick Return Yards: 105, vs. Baylor (2014)Long Kick Return: 30, vs. Baylor (2014)* Indicates most recent highRead more on Justin Stockton's football stats here: http://texastech.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=442https://twitter.com/rebirth_4https://www.instagram.com/st4yfocus_/Justin Stockton was on the front cover of Refocused Magazine's July Issue 2014: http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/779641Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Evelyn Tubbs!Evelyn Tubbs is the Owner of The Veteran’s Toolbox, a Veteran owned company. Evelyn Tubbs, a California native, comes from South Florida and transitioned to San Antonio. With roots on the West & East Coast she clearly understands cultural diversity and inclusion. Evelyn has a passion for connecting people. She believes it’s how you invest your time. Having a purpose and passion for what you do and getting up with the determination and motivation to make a difference. She endeavours to inspire those around her and affirms that everyone has the talent, drive and opportunity to do great work for themselves and our Military city. Highly visible in the community with a mind of an entrepreneur. Recognized in the Who’s Who in the San Antonio Book; Featured on the cover of the March issue of Re-Focused magazine; Received the Alamo City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director’s Award. Received the “2016 Inspiring Woman of San Antonio” by the San Antonio Spurs Sports and Entertainment, Stars WNBA, Received the Military Veteran Housing Certification, Received National recognition of VAREP 2015 & 2016 Top Lunch and Learn Events, Certified by Freddie Mac Credit Smart Military Financial Literacy. She launched a Television show called The Veterans Toolbox, where she interviews non-profits that offer resources to veterans. She earned a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Fresno Pacific University. As a career woman and entrepreneur, her businesses include; recruiting; training; marketing; commercial litigation director; forensic accountant; commercial & residential real estate; additionally she is a seasoned public speaker. Evelyn is married to MSgt Michael Tubbs (Ret,). In her spare time she can be found riding her horses on her ranch in Seguin, rescuing horses, taking photographs, reading historical fiction, listening to music, and watching Football. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT/PROFESSIONAL ORGANZATIONS The New Braunfels Women’s Chamber of Commerce Hill Country Woman’s Council of Realtors River City Advocacy, New Braunfels Bexar County Commissioner’s Neighborhood Reinvesting Fund Executive Board of Directors, Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals Executive Board of Directors, San Antonio Association of Real Estate Brokers Goodwill Veterans Advisory Committee San Antonio Housing Authority Education Investment Fund San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists planning committee San Antonio Tourism Ambassador National Association of Professional Women Professional Diversity Network, Inc. Certified Tourist Ambassador for the City of San Antonio Completed the Daymond John’s Entrepreneurship Academy Completed the Café Commerce’s “The Ice House Entrepreneurship program Military Veteran Housing Certified Freddie Mac/VAREP Certified Credit Smart Financial Literacy Achievements: Evelyn initiated the following committee's to provide value and education to members: Ambassador Committee Business & Breakfast Government Affairs Committee Technology Committee Art in the Chamber Real Estate Committee Volunteer program Internship program 2013 & 2014 Gala 2013 & 2014 Golf tournament 2013-2015 Sponsorships & Speakers for all committees https://www.linkedin.com/in/theveteranstoolbox/Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio,...

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Coach B Michele!B Michele’s BioMichele Thomas is an Event planner and Business Brand Coach who helps small business owner to grow their personal and professional brands, through Events, Print and Coaching. After spending a decade and half as an Elementary Teacher and Education Coordinator for Public school in The United states and United Arab Emirates, Micheleknows what truly drives conversions, business growth, and branding—and it’s not mastering the marketing $avor of the week. It’s how well you connect with the heart-beating people you’re trying to help and communicate After 15 years as an educator, Michele decided to follow her dreams and start her own event planning company B Michele Events. She launched the company while still teaching in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates in 2013 with the help of a few friends. She has gained valuable expertise working with agencies, corporate and entrepreneurs in the UAE planning and hosting signature events as the co-founder of MBT Promotions. After launching B Michele Events, Michele moved to San Antonio, Texas where she boldly made her presence known and began branding her company with the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Show. Since then she has planned, marketed and produced over 20 shows in San Antonio and around the country in the past 4 years.Michele now uses her knowledge of creative marketing, promotions, fundraising strategies, and building professional relationships with the media, sponsors and key partners to help entrepreneurs grow andbrand their businesses as the CEO of B Michele Professional Services.Michele has landed coverage in print and broadcast outlets in San Antonio including Black Focus Magazine, Tha1 Radio, KROVFM.com and Engaged. In addition to her extensive event planning and marketing experience, Michele also serves as a mentor to new entrepreneurs.Michele holds a BSW and MSW in Social Work from Tarleton State University and the University of Houston.https://bmichele.com/https://www.facebook.com/CoachBMichele/Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Pastor Alex Fleming of Life Restored ChurchChristian - Non Denomination"Reaching Lives, Restoring Hope"Mission:Our mission at Life Restored Church is to reach lives and restore hope through Jesus Christ. We believe in going out and reaching the lives that Jesus died for and restoring the hope that is truly theirs in Christ."For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11Vision:Our vision is to become a 24/7 church that never closes its doors and a lighthouse to our city. We will be a place that meets every need that our society and loved ones have every day at every hour of the day. We will transform lives to be all Christ died for them to be. http://www.liferestoredchurch.comhttps://www.facebook.com/liferestoredchurch/Life Restored Church located at (400 arbor place, San Antonio TX, 78207)Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is John Hartsfield Co-Founder of Icon TalksJohn Hartsfield Bio:John’s leadership in San Antonio is impressive and includes a variety of expertise. Hartsfield is an entrepreneur and CEO of Nationwide Merchants, he also known as the “Go To Guy” for putting together high profile celebrity events in support of both non and for profit organizations that benefit the youth. He not only gives back to the youth by volunteering within the community but he also is a very powerful motivational speaker and speaks to the youth about overcoming obstacles and challenges they may face in their life. He also acts as a board officer for two notable non-profits Breaking Down Walls and The Ferrari Kid Organization for children battling cancer. His expertise and professional network help to solidify strategic partnerships and sponsorships yielding successful programs, which provide an educational and inspiring pathway for the youth of tomorrow. He is a recipient of the Hidalgo Award, Bexar County’s highest decoration for his service and dedication to the community.http://www.icontalks.com/http://www.facebook.com/icontalkshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ702qC8OuhR_g7ZvwaEeSQhttp://www.instagram.com/icontalksHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is B Michele Events!B Michele’s BioMichele Thomas is an Event planner and Business Brand Coach who helps small business owner to grow their personal and professional brands, through Events, Print and Coaching. After spending a decade and half as an Elementary Teacher and Education Coordinator for Public school in The United states and United Arab Emirates, Micheleknows what truly drives conversions, business growth, and branding—and it’s not mastering the marketing $avor of the week. It’s how well you connect with the heart-beating people you’re trying to help and communicate After 15 years as an educator, Michele decided to follow her dreams and start her own event planning company B Michele Events. She launched the company while still teaching in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates in 2013 with the help of a few friends. She has gained valuable expertise working with agencies, corporate and entrepreneurs in the UAE planning and hosting signature events as the co-founder of MBT Promotions. After launching B Michele Events, Michele moved to San Antonio, Texas where she boldly made her presence known and began branding her company with the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Show. Since then she has planned, marketed and produced over 20 shows in San Antonio and around the country in the past 4 years.Michele now uses her knowledge of creative marketing, promotions, fundraising strategies, and building professional relationships with the media, sponsors and key partners to help entrepreneurs grow andbrand their businesses as the CEO of B Michele Professional Services.Michele has landed coverage in print and broadcast outlets in San Antonio including Black Focus Magazine, Tha1 Radio, KROVFM.com and Engaged. In addition to her extensive event planning and marketing experience, Michele also serves as a mentor to new entrepreneurs.Michele holds a BSW and MSW in Social Work from Tarleton State University and the University of Houston.https://bmichele.com/https://www.facebook.com/B.Michele.Ent/Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Pastor Chad Schapiro!Bio:Pastor Chad Schapiro learned the value of hard work and integrity at a young age. After graduating from a Big Ten University with several business degrees he immediately began to put his talents to work running businesses. He is currently the CEO of OurGV (Our Global Vision) and Founder of Next Level Leadership. God has used his experience in running these international companies to help prepare him for serving in ministry. Pastor Chad has been involved with numerous charities and non profits around the globe for over 15 years. He currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors at the Thousand Oaks Family YMCA. He has served on staff at multiple churches of various sizes and has a heart for leadership development and empowering others to use their God given gifts. In 2017, God called him to plant a church in north central San Antonio at the Thousand Oaks Family YMCA. Ignite Community Church is a thriving multicultural, community focused church with a vision to ignite a generation for Christ. Pastor Chad has enjoyed a beautiful marriage to his soulmate Erica for over 10 years. They have two beautiful daughters and enjoy serving the community together. Event this November 11, 2017!What better way to give thanks and share the love of Christ this Thanksgiving season than serving the homeless community! Come join us!Ignite is excited to give back by hosting a Free Pancake Breakfast for the Homeless at Life Restored Church. Volunteers needed to cook, serve, and donate much needed supplies. Life Restored Church 400 Arbor Pl San Antonio, TX 78207Cook Time: 9amServe Time: 10amDonation Items Needed for their ministry:Styrofoam PlatesBlanketsFlip Flops for the Shower MinistryAdult Winter Clothing: jackets, beanies, jeans, sweaters etc.Hygiene Items-Travel SizeHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is 12 year old boxer Jesus Panterita Martinez!3xNATIONAL SILVER GLOVES 2015,2016,20172015 RingsideWorldChampion,3×NATIONAL J.O. CHAMP 2015,16',17'3x-H.O.R N. NATIONAL CHAMP#2017USABEQ CHAMPIONhttps://www.facebook.com/martinezpanteritaHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Pop/R&B artist Simply Rayne, who is making lots of Music Noise from San Antonio, TX! She talked to us about her new Single "Watcha Worried About" and her experiences in the music industry. Simply Rayne will perform at this year’s Mala Luna Music Festival in San Antonio, Texas at Nelson Wold Stadium this coming October 28th & 29th. For more information visit: http://malalunamusicfestival.com/https://www.facebook.com/Rayneisintheforecast/http://www.simplyrayne.com/https://twitter.com/SimplyRayne1https://www.instagram.com/simplyrayneofficialHear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!Today's guest on I Am Refocused Podcast is Linda Canizales, M.A. Director of External Affairs and Volunteer Relations FVPS Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc. The Battered Women and Children’s Shelter The mission of the Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc. is to break the cycle of violence and to strengthen families by providing the necessary tools for self-sufficiency through delivery of emergency shelter, transitional housing, education, effective parenting education, and specialized intervention with youth and the elderly. Agency HistoryIn 1977, Ann Whitehead, a local social worker, realized the pervasiveness of domestic violence in San Antonio. She envisioned an environment where victims of abuse could find respite from fear. She enlisted the help of Reverend Don Baugh, Director of the San Antonio Community of Churches, and together with faith, determination, and $400, opened the Battered Women’s Shelter of Bexar County on March 8, 1977. The three-bedroom house on San Antonio’s north side was immediately filled to capacity. Concerned citizens raised money, collected food, clothing, and diapers, and operated the shelter on a day-to-day basis for the first year. As demand for services steadily increased, the shelter moved to a larger, converted church building south of downtown San Antonio, and it remained there for 24 years.By the mid-eighties, comprehensive domestic violence literature had been developed. This increased community awareness of family violence and prompted public funding for domestic violence programs. As women revealed their stories, it was soon realized that the victims’ needs exceeded mere shelter. Many victims had witnessed violence in their homes as children, and statistics pointed to the pattern or cycle of violence. In 1987, the Battered Women’s Shelter of Bexar County initiated a program to break this cycle. The needs of both women and children were identified and programs were established to meet these needs. Services such as transitional housing, non-residential counseling, legal services, medical services, and educational opportunities and support were introduced, to comprehensively help victims of violence move toward real and lasting independence. Over the years, many collaborative relationships with other community organizations were forged to ensure that victims could easily access all needed assistance. The Battered Women’s Shelter of Bexar County became a model for the nation by introducing innovative and wide-ranging programs. For the first time, victims of family violence had real choices.In May 2002, the Battered Women and Children’s Shelter moved into La Paloma De La Paz, a shelter complex which can accomodate 222 people, and includes a school, a medical and dental clinic, and two transitional housing duplexes. La Paloma De La Paz is located on property that includes a complex of residential and supportive services that together provide a cost efficient synergy of services and expanded options and choices for all clients. Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc. operates the Battered Women and Children’s Shelter, along with its location at 7911 Broadway where non-residential services program staff are housed. FVPS has 12 transitional housing single-family dwellings across San Antonio to assist victims of domestic violence in making a new start, and continues to work with community leaders and organizations to build and innovate, with the vision of a San Antonio free of domestic violence.Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

I am Refocused Podcast Show is brought to you by RefocusedMagazine.com live at Rockafellas Barber Shop every Thursday!The guest on this episode is Nicholas "Nico" Lahood.Nico Lahood serves as the Criminal District Attorney for Bexar County. Bexar County’s seat is San Antonio, Texas, the second-most populous city in Texas and the seventh-largest city in the United States.Nico is a life-long resident of Bexar County and a graduate of Central Catholic High School. After high school graduation, Nico attended St. Mary’s University where he earned his B.A. in Finance and Financial Services, and went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s Law School. He chose to remain in the San Antonio community where he has worked as a practicing attorney for 11 years. As an attorney, Nico has been a special prosecutor for Bexar County, Wilson, Karnes, and Medina Counties, a State District Court Magistrate Judge and a defense attorney. While practicing law Nico met his wife Davida. They have been married for eight years and have three children, Maya, Michael, and Leah.Nicholas “Nico” LaHood was sworn-in as Bexar County’s Criminal District Attorney on January 1, 2015. Born and raised in San Antonio, LaHood has always had a spirit to serve. As a young boy, LaHood remembers going to work with his father, Michael LaHood Sr., who is a licensed attorney and former judge. “I just knew my Pop helped people,” said LaHood. “He gave people advice and they really respected him. I just wanted to be like my Pop. He was my hero and he still is.”LaHood graduated from Central Catholic Marianist High School and attended St. Mary’s University, where he earned his B.A. in Finance and Financial Services. He went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from St. Mary’s School of Law. LaHood remained in San Antonio, where he worked as a criminal defense attorney for twelve years. LaHood recalls in 2010 discussing with colleagues about how the system was broken, and how different things should be.“I believe it was a purpose-driven calling to be District Attorney,” said LaHood. “I’m absolutely passionate about it.”Since becoming Bexar County’s top prosecutor, District Attorney LaHood has re-vamped the Pre-Trial Diversion Program, created a Child Abuse Unit, Domestic Violence Task Force, and a Conviction Integrity Unit within his office. District Attorney LaHood believes in the Restorative Justice Model for non-violent offenders, which is defined as “bringing together the victim, offender, and community to repair relationships.”Read more at: https://www.bexar.org/1883/Meet-Nicholas-Nico-LaHoodhttps://www.facebook.com/Lahood.Nico/Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229

Muisc artist Keedren Boston from San Antonio, TX live at Rockafellas Barbershop! Are You Plugged in? Listen to this episode and share with friends and family! Bio:Husband, Father of 4 children, Youth Pastor, Educator, actor, comedian and Urban Gospel artist, Keedren Boston, often referred to as “BossTon” began his music career as an R&B singer/rapper but soon laid down the secular mic to pick up the cross. “One day”, Keedren says, “I woke up and realized that I could only remember darkness…It’s hard to see in darkness period, but there’s no darkness like being spiritually blind and that’s what I was.” This marked the beginning of a new and Christ centered life for Keedren. Keedren is definitely known for his “out-of-the-box” ministry amongst the people in his hometown of San Antonio, Texas and various other cities around the state. Keedren has been blessed to minister across the U.S. and out of the country as well. He has shared stages with artists such as Deitrick Haddon, Earnest Pugh, Wes Morgan, Tasha Page Lockhart, Keith Pringle, Lee Williams and various Christian Hip Hop artists. BossTon toured England in 2009 and 2010 ministering through music to the youth and young adults for the "Christ Up Kingdom" UK Tour. He also ministered throughout New Zealand alongside his great friends from the UK. That trip, “Best of Both Worlds Mission & Tour" (2014) included Pastor Greg Husband, Pastor Paul and Jacqueline Davis. Also included on that tour was one of his best friends, (brother-in-Christ) Greg "Puntin" Cooks. His freshman album and single entitled “Not About Me” quickly became his mission statement in his commitment to God and his ministry to the world. With the release of his sophomore album entitled “He Changed Me” Keedren felt led to write about how God has changed and delivered him from the ways of his past, and how God is able to do it again and again for anyone who will believe and accept Christ into their life. Keedren is set to release a new EP entitled "Walk On Water" that hopes to inspire others to step out in faith, put their trust in Jesus and get out of the boat of their comfort zone and do what may seem like the impossible; that is to "Walk On Water". He, along side his wife serve as the Chldrens Pastors at Christian World Worship Center in San Antonio, Texas. Keedren continues to travel and minister from city to city and outreach to outreach spreading the message of change and salvation through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is easy to see the transparency and genuine passion that flows naturally through Keedren's gifts. He is truly on a mission to see the souls of men and women saved and to inspire and encourage those who already are saved to keep the faith and continue to trust in the one true and living God.https://www.bostonsworld.org/His Light Project EVENT on October 14, 2017!!!https://www.eventbrite.com/e/his-light-project-tickets-38031021810?aff=efbeventtixSat, October 14, 20175:00 PM – 7:30 PM CDTLocationChristian World Worship Center6633 Walzem RdSan Antonio, TX 78239 Hear this podcast on Googleplay, TuneinRadio, iTunes, Spreaker, Youtube, and iHeartradioPodcast weekly broadcast location:Rockafellas Barber Shop (Owner: Rico Rodriguez)1733 Babcock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229