The boys are back! With the NBA season starting this week, the fellas preview the upcoming season. They go over Favorite League Pass Teams, Over/Unders, Bold Predictions, MVP & NBA Champions. Always a great conversation with the crew!Please subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-c0Vx5DAv_24TDXQWhdMHwFollow us on Instagram: htt…

Adam, Charlie and Sano reunite to Draft their All Time Team from The University of Washington. They went into GM mode and gave insight to why they made their pick. Who do you think drafted the best team? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/support

BTST Host Adam welcomes back new Washington State Assistant Coach Donald Brady. They discuss his transition from being a Head Coach at the Community College level to becoming a Division 1 Assistant. Please subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-c0Vx5DAv_24TDXQWhdMHwFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacktopsmac…

#nba #basketball #nbaseason #nbaallstar #hoops The team has FINALLY returned! Our first full episode together in a long time. We sat down to talk about NBA All Star Fixes, Offense vs Defense, Potential MVP Winners and overall talent in the league.Please subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-c0Vx5DAv_24TDXQWhdMHwFollow us on I…

The BTST interview series continues as Adam talks with Shiga Lakes & Smart Gilas National Team Point Guard Kiefer Ravena. In the interview, the "Phenom" talks about .....*His historic College Career *Time in the GLeague*Playing in the Drew League*His PBA stint*Transferring to the Japan B League*Being the first Filipino Athlete with The Jordan Brand…

BTST has returned from a LONG hiatus. Today, Adam sits down with one of his former players CJ Bussey - Shoreline CC/University Of Antelope Valley. They discuss CJ's career on the court but also discuss Entrepreneurship, acting and life after the ball stops bouncing. PLEASE HIT THE SUBSCRIBE BUTTON Please Follow Us.... Instagram - https://www.instag…

After some time away, the fellas have returned to discuss the new NBA season. They talk about their reaction to the 1st wave of games and what has stood out to them so far. They spice it up with some hot takes they all have and discuss some Over/Unders. Finally, they give their award predictions, playoff teams and NBA Champs. Always great content a…

BTST member Adam Jose sits down with Seattle Pacific Point Guard Maui Sze.In his first ever podcast interview, Maui is able to tell his story starting at a young age playing AAU all the way to earning a scholarship to SPU. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/support…

After a LONG hiatus, the fellas have returned to discuss the NBA Finals. They talk about their reaction to the 1st 4 games. What stood out from both teams, what each team needs to do to win and x-factors moving forward. They go in depth about the Warriors and if they win, would this be their most impressive title? Finally they give their prediction…

The BTST guys come together for their very 1st in person pod! Coach Jackson visits Seattle and meets with Sano, Charlie and Adam for a monumental episode. They discuss early season surprises then discuss Contenders/Pretenders in each conference. They finish with 1st time All Star predictions! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…

After a little hiatus, the BTST guys are back! The crew reunites and discusses the upcoming 2021/2022 NBA season. They preview playoff teams, award winners and Finals teams. At the end we provide some spicy hot takes! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/support

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Did you know that in 2016, Maryland ranked 4th among the top states with the most human trafficking cases per capita? Although the numbers have slightly decreased since then, Baltimore is still a hotspot for human trafficking. In this episode, host Jan Desper Peters and Dr. Kimberly Gordon-Achebe speak about common misconceptions about human traffi…

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The end of the season is here and we present you with the 20-21 BTST NBA Award Show (Taped on Saturday May 15th). We talk about MVP, Coach Of The Year, Rookie Of The Year, Most Improved Player, 6th Man Of The Year, Defensive Player Of The Year and our All NBA Teams. We also throw in some playoff chatter to finish. --- Support this podcast: https://…

BTST has returned!!! Our latest video (recorded 4/27/21) discusses our 5 favorite seasons since 2010. We then take a dive into the Play In Tourney and discuss how it will come down to the last day of the regular season. We discuss which Play In Team, if any could be a potential threat to a 1/2 seed. Definitely a fun pod! --- Support this podcast: h…

BTST has returned! This week, the fellas answer questions from their followers. They got some great questions that included a variety of topics including AAU, underrated players from Seattle, NBA Coach of the Year candidates, is Phoenix a title team, best shooters from Washington, Best players not in NBA and more. They had fun with this one and wil…

BTST is back with another episode! Today the fellas discuss the current top team in the NBA- The Utah Jazz and discuss if they are a legit threat to win the title. Then they dive into who are the legit contenders. And finally they give their thoughts on who their MVP thus far is. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bts…

The fellas sit down and discuss their 2021 NBA All Star Reserves Selections. Surprisingly there were some agreements but of course there were some disagreements. Also they discusses what goes into their selection process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/support…

The guys are back! The whole crew reunites and discusses their 2020/2021 NBA Preview.They go over playoff teams, award winners and NBA finals teams. They also give 2 hot takes for the upcoming season.. And finally they have some interesting debates!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/support…

The semester may have started but it's not too late! Do you have a student heading off to college? Do you find yourself awake at night worried about how you'll pay for school? We have the sign you've been waiting for! Tune into this week's episode of Meeting You Where You Are with host Jan Desper Peters as Dr. Christie Chamblis Murray and Nicole T.…

The 2016 film Hidden Figures shed light on the stories of three extraordinary Black women that excelled in the misogynistic world of academia and science to carve a path for others. On today's episode of Meeting You Where You Are, host Jan Desper Peters speaks with four "hidden figures" in academia, Dr. Kimberly Flagg Sellers, Tracey Murray, Tiffan…

We feel your pain! On this episode of Meeting You Where You Are, host Jan Desper Peters speaks with Jada McCray, co-owner and Executive Director of BTST Services, and Jody Friend, a senior HR executive to share their experiences of learning to pivot a business in the middle of a pandemic. From transitioning to telework to creating safety plans, tun…

In honor of Minority Mental Health Month, host Jan Desper Peters is joined by Dr. Vabren Watts, Deputy Director of the American Psychiatric Association’s (APA) Division of Diversity and Health. Dr. Watts received his Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from Meharry Medical College and completed his post-doctoral training in Cardiology Research at Johns Ho…

On this episode of Meeting You Where You Are, host Jan Desper Peters speaks with author and inspirational speaker Ashley Tate about how her journey through the foster care system, homelessness, and domestic abuse led her on a path of entrepreneurship built on inspiring others through her journey of hope and beating the odds. William Honablew, Jr., …

A year ago (June 2020) I had the pleasure of creating my very first podcast. The podcast was entitled “Beneath the slave tree” it was simply a narration of a story I wrote during quarantine. My inspiration for writing that story and subsequently creating the podcast Was to illustrate the value of history and more importantly the beauty of African h…

Will schools reopen in the fall? Will my child be safe in the classroom? What conversations are teachers having about safety and quality of education this fall? Will they be able to adjust? Get these questions and more answered in this week's episode of Meeting You Where You Are. In this episode, host Jan Desper Peters is joined by four educators f…

“In a time where information is inconsistent and responsibility appears lax, it is important to have an up-to-date discussion about all things COVID-19. On today’s episode of Meeting You Where You Are, host Jan Desper Peters is joined by population health expert Dr. Melissa Clarke and Cheryl Maxwell, a COVID-19 survivor, to talk A to Z about the du…

The fellas at BTST sit down with one of the best high school basketball players in the nation! From Seattle's own, O'Dea high school, Paolo Banchero. They discuss Paolo"s Italian lineage, and athletic pedigree with his parents being D1 athletes and his mother being a Legend in women's basketball. Also touch on his stellar yet brief football career!…

In this new episode of the Meeting You Where You Are podcast, host Jan Desper Peters and her guest Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle Co-Founder Dayvon Love discuss the protests and policy implications of two pandemics COVID-19 and racism.

On this episode of Meeting You Where You Are, host, Jan Desper Peters, speaks with Councilman Robert Stokes of Baltimore City's 12th District about how COVID-19 has affected the wider Baltimore community while giving special attention to its effects on the senior population in his district. This episode also features two special guests, a director …

The BTST quarantine interviews continue with Retired Seattle Legend Tre Simmons. They talk about his career from Garfield, Odessa, Green River, Overseas, Big 3 & now Coaching.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/supportتوسط Adam Jose

In the PART 2 episode of "Meeting You Where You Are", host Jan Desper Peters and Dr. Kevin Washington, psychologist, professor, and past president of the Association of Black Psychologists, dissect the many examples of modern-day lynching of Black men and boys. We also discuss a full range of topics including how critical it is for Black and Brown …

The BTST quarantine interviews continue with SL Benfica wing Micah Downs. They talk about his career from Bothell, Juanita, Kansas, Gonzaga, GLeague & his career thus far Overseas.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/supportتوسط Adam Jose

In this episode of "Meeting You Where You Are", host Jan Desper Peters and Dr. Kevin Washington, psychologist, professor, and past president of the Association of Black Psychologists, dissect the many examples of modern-day lynching of Black men and boys. We also discuss a full range of topics including how critical it is for Black and Brown people…

On a new episode of the Meeting You Where You Are Podcast, host Jan Desper Peters will sit down with special guest Lisa Anderson. Lisa Anderson spent 30 years as a CPA, CFO, CEO, GOVcon expert, and Certified Leadership Coach. She has a wealth of experience in federal government contracting and small business advisory. As CEO of her own company, Ana…

The BTST quarantine interviews continue with Memphis Grizzles big man Jontay Porter. They talk about his career with Tolton HS, Nathan Hale HS, Missouri & now with the Memphis Grizzles.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/supportتوسط Adam Jose

The BTST guys are back! They start their quarantined interview series with WSU wing and NBA Draft Prospect CJ Elleby. They talk about his experiences at Cleveland HS, Rotary, WSU & his future opportunities with the NBA.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/supportتوسط Adam Jose

Today on Meeting You Where You Are Podcast, our host, Jan Desper Peters, will have an enlightening conversation with her sister Linda Jones Coxson, about her experience before, during, and after testing positive for COVID-19. SO, SIT BACK AND LISTEN UP!! link in bio - So, sit back and listen up!

In this LIVE Podcast of Meeting You Where You Are, Jan Desper Peters and Annette March-Grier will discuss the immense toll of the COVID-19 pandemic on the traditional ways to process grief and the loss of a loved one. Annette is the President of Roberta’s House, a family grief support center, and her family owns March Funeral Homes. Please join us …

American small businesses are facing an unprecedented economic disruption due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Cities and states have implemented mandatory closures of public spaces to ensure social distancing to prevent the spread of the virus. The fallout of this pandemic has increased our already stress-filled lives. BUT, there is g…

In this episode of BTST's Meeting You Where You Are podcast, Jan Desper Peters and Chris Simon have a "Real Talk'' conversation with Carmichael Cannady, known by most as Stokey. No question is off-limits as Stokey shares his first encounter selling drugs for his father at the age of 10, the lessons he learned while serving time in prison, his son's…

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In this episode of the BTST Podcast Meeting You Where You Are, Host Jan Desper Peters speaks with Licensed Professional Counselor, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, Spirit. They talked about how to LOVE your partner, how to keep your SEX life interesting, and how LOVE and great SEX does not work without communication. This podcast is a juicy one! The full interview…

In this episode of the BTST Podcast Meeting You Where You Are, Host Jan Desper Peters speaks with Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings about her late husband, Congressman Elijah Cummings. Her brave decision for elective surgery and her vision for the Maryland's 7th Congressional District.

It's been a tough week in the NBA, and in the bball community globally. This is a pod that nobody wants to make, but we felt n it was necessary for healing. For us and listeners alike. We wanted to share with our listeners what Kobe meant to us.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/support…

----more----2020 NBA All-Star game reserves! Do you agree with the fellas selections? Tune in and see who The game thinks deserve to make it, and who gets snubbed.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/btstpod/supportتوسط Adam Jose

In this episode of Meeting You Where You Are, podcast host Jan Desper Peters, sits down with BTST CEO and serial entrepreneur, Chris Simon, LMSW, to recap 2019. How does a person who owns companies that delivered over 118,000 mental health services in 4 Maryland locations also: Serve as Regional Sponsor for Taraji P. Henson's National Conference Ex…

In this episode of the Meeting You Where You Are Podcast, podcast host, Jan Desper Peters, sits down with Personal Elevation Coach, Jennifer Ransaw Smith. Jennifer explains how to package your skills, knowledge, and expertise in a way that shows the value you bring as a professional. This conversation is only the tip of the iceberg. Hear more next …