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Join the “WORLD'S GREATEST HUGGER” & CHIEF NOISEMAKER of the Media Mavericks Academy, TeeJ Mercer, on a walk-and-talk mission to dissect the random thoughts & rhetoric that run rampant in her brain. Random Ramblings & Rhetoric with TeeJ Mercer, is a humorous free thought conversation combining childhood stories, 20 years of working in Hollywood as an award-winning Television editor (The Bachelor, L.A. Hair, The Tonight Show), and her current work as a speaker & media coach. RRR is a show tha ...
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The Urban Rez

Marcus A. White

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Join The Urban Rez for an exciting journey that dives into the intersections of culture, sports, and lifestyle with a fresh, global, inclusive perspective. Each 30-minute episode brings a unique blend of conversations, stories, and interviews that explore the passions and experiences that define our lives.
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Teej Mercer, founder of Move In Day Mafia, discusses her nonprofit's mission to support foster youth and under-resourced HBCU students with fully furnished dorm rooms and year-long support. Since 2022, they have assisted 84 students at 21 HBCUs, including 23 scholars at 13 HBCUs this year. Each student costs $5,000 annually, and the organization pr…
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The Urban Rez show discussed the recent achievements of Dr. B's mother, Christina, who was elected to a Navajo Nation tribal position, focusing on housing, infrastructure, and water access. The hosts recapped their trip to Marbella, Spain, where they met celebrities like Eva Longoria and former NBA players. They introduced guest Roddell Denetso, a …
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Jenna DiPaolo, Chief Brand and Communications Officer of Ocean Conservancy, discussed the "Protect Where We Play" initiative, which unites the sports and entertainment industry to promote ocean conservation. DiPaolo highlighted partnerships with athletes like Calvin Beecham and Nafisa Collier, and initiatives like the WNBA's switch to reusable plas…
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The Urban Rez program featured Christine Madella, co-owner of Storyville Road, discussing the power of storytelling in sports, particularly in creating fan engagement and team unity. Madella highlighted her company's work with the Raiders, Aces, and the NFL, emphasizing the importance of authentic human experiences over AI-generated content. Dr. Ti…
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When the final whistle blows and the crowd goes silent, what’s left? For too many athletes, it's anxiety, identity loss, and a mental health crisis no one prepared them for. In this powerful episode of The Urban Rez, we sit down with Bianca McCall, a former pro basketball player turned mental health trailblazer. With over 25 years in behavioral hea…
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Nevada ranks second in the nation for human trafficking incidents per capita — and Las Vegas sits at the heart of that crisis. In this powerful episode, Dr. Christina Vela, CEO of St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, joins us to talk candidly about what’s happening to vulnerable youth in Clark County and what’s being done about it. She shares how St. Jud…
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Sam McCracken, General Manager of Nike's N7 program, discussed his journey from a forklift driver to leading initiatives for Native American health and wellness through sports. He highlighted the N7 program's impact, including the Nike Air Native N7 shoe, which incentivizes health improvements. McCracken shared memorable moments, like being feature…
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This episode of The Urban Rez features Jay Vickers, COO of UNLV's Sports Innovation Institute, as he shares how the institute connects sports, education, and economic development to drive innovation. We also sit down with Cuban world-renowned anthropologist Dr. Aida Esther Bueno-Sarduy in Barcelona, to explore her work on Barrack Feminism and the r…
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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, we spotlight extraordinary women who are transforming the sports industry in impactful ways. Hear from Dr. B, the first Native American owner of a professional sports team, Rebecca Otto, founder and CEO of the RKO Group, Shayna Powless, professional cyclist and coach, Elicia Broussard Sheridan, VP of …
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In this thought-provoking episode, our guests open up about the intimate experiences that have shaped their beliefs, providing profound insights into their unique spiritual journeys. Joining the conversation are the "Williams Brothers"—Pastor Ron Williams Jr. and Traditional Practitioner Calvert Williams from the Navajo Nation—who bring diverse per…
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With two days left in our study, we are going to spend the rest of our time together exploring the fingerprint Jesus left on Peter. We've watched Peter go through an amazing evolution, all because of our Savior's change in his identity. When Jesus gets ahold of our lives, evolution into someone amazing is inevitable.…
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Today was a bit of a challenge as my heart was heavy because of everything that is going on this week that began with the shooting of #JacobBlake in the back. However, after being told "Go to sleep," by God twice, I took two naps today and He spoke to me in my dreams and what I am supposed to share became clear. We've begun to turn the corner in ou…
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We often hear the phrase, "I'm just out here puttin' it in to get my money up." Whelp...that's admirable and I can understand but so much can also be accomplished when you getcho rest up. Today, I'm excited because I have a woman I greatly admire joining me to delve deeper into upping our rest game. The one and only, in-demand Dr. Saundra Dalton Sm…
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When God created the world, He deposited a process in everything. Try to think of one thing in our world, God-made or man-made, that does not have some sort of process buried within. So, it's safe to assume that your promise, indeed, has a process! Whether or not you are willing to surrender to it, you STILL will have to walk THROUGH the process. T…
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At the top of July, God spoke and said to me, "Your destiny is at stake. Time to arm up and do battle." I was thrown for a complete loop because I have NEVER been in a spiritual battle and didn't have the first clue. But God is faithful and sent folks who took my hand and guided me. Yall, what I've walked through in the last six weeks has been noth…
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Okay yall...I'm not even gonna lie. I'm a bit leery about this one cuz for the last 19 days, this is the fastest God has ever let me out of the closet this early from studying. It's 930am and I already know what He wants me to talk about! I'm usually not done studying until around 5p, so I actually have some daytime and I'm at a loss for what to do…
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After recording a friend for a video on the topic of "Purpose" yesterday, I guess it stuck with me. 🤷🏾‍♀️ Because when I went into my closet today to study for tonight, that word "purpose" kept coming up for me, and then God went in! This is a season where God is moving mightily in His kids' lives, never to be the sam again. So I look forward to sh…
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Mannnnnn...there must be some water walkers rising up cuz God won't let this go and wants to make sure you get the message. For the third day in a row, we are gonna dig into our new best friend's Peter's water-walking feat and I'm gonna dish up the 4 Reasons Water Walkers Don't S.I.N.K. For Long When I learned that we would be back in the water wal…
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This morning's study time was bananas! God took me back to our new best friend Peter's water-walking feat and showed me the parts He withheld from me on our first time around. So how 'bout we do it again, shall we? Oh... and guess who's joining us? The star of #MamaChronicles starring Wanda Mercer...Yuppp Ms. Thang Thang is assisting me tonight. La…
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Continuing our journey with our new best friend Peter. In my study time, I bust out laughing again at yet another Peter-anigan God showed me. Peter keeps me cracking up; but, he keeps showing us incredible lessons at the same time. Anybody else enjoying our journey through the life of the most outspoken disciple?…
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Sooooo God ain't done with Peter and us cuz more Peter-anigans are on deck today. This was an emotional one to prepare for because it hit so close to home. I've literally been studying all day for it because God wouldn't let up. Every time I thought I was done, He was like, "Nope...Dig Deeper!" 🤓 And heads up...tomorrow Day 5 is more Peter-anigans …
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Whelp! We are gonna stay on task as we dig deeper into more Peter-anigans. Goodness, I loooooooves me some Peter. That's my dude! And if tonight goes as the first two nights, I imagine you will need your steel-toe boots again cuz based on what I studied today...God has not taken his foot off the gas. **** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TuneIn…
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Oooooweeeee, I'm so freaking excited about what I have to share tonight. I keep looking at the clock going, "How much longer do I have to sit on this?" Yesterday's word seemed to resonate and step on a lot of toes. Whelp! I've been studying for a few hours today so I suggest you rock some steel-toe boots for what God wants me to say tonight cuz I d…
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"Yes I'm Needy" - Three words that I never thought I'd say, but when I said them to my brother, I realized how much I've grown and it felt good. So those same three words have become the most empowering.This message has been on my heart for several weeks but I just now got the words to share how the thing that society tries to tell us makes us look…
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Today is all about life lessons. Two life lessons that will make you think, feel, and take a look at where you’re currently at in life. Are you a coach or a referee? How often do you extend grace to others?“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hear…
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This might be the most powerful message I have ever done online. If you're experiencing any kind of abuse right now, know that you are not alone. I was once where you are right now. I hope and pray that listening to this will give you enough courage to stand up for yourself. I saved me, and I succeeded. Now it's time for you to save you.…
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CON ART·IST (n) a person who cheats or tricks others by persuading them to believe something that is not true.In this episode, TeeJ is gonna be sharing with you a “Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” kind of story and it’s gonna blow your mind and open your eyes to the reality on how dangerous social media can be.…
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