Things My Mother Never Told Me

Season 6 Episode 11: History in the Making

We're back! In this episode, Damon and Brandise discuss two intertwined stories: a historic mayoral change in Detroit, and what the 2025 off-year elections in several states tell us about the broader political landscape. Amid a government shut-down, what impacts did this have on voters and their ballots. Take a listen, or watch us on Youtube.

Season 6 Episode 10: A Conversation with Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell

Welcome back! For episode 10, your hosts Damon & Tynia, sit down with Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell to explore her inspiring journey through public service. From her early beginnings to becoming a key leader in Wayne County, Chair Bell shares the moments that shaped her commitment to serving the community. We dive into her vision for the future, the programs and initiatives she champions, and the meaningful progress she hopes to see continue across the county. Whether you're passionate about local government or curious about community-driven change, this conversation offers insight, hope, and real talk about leadership that makes a difference.

Season 6 Episode 7: What People Do

Welcome back! Ever wondered why a person does 'what they do'? In this episode we're exploring human nature and the motivation for their actions. For the basis of this discussion we reference Tony Robbins' TED talk: Why.  We Do What We Do (can be found on Youtube). Tony talks about 6 Human Needs that point to the reasons behind human actions. Damon and Brandise explore these needs and dig into some examples.

Season 6 Episode 6: More about what's Trending

Welcome back! Tune in to this episode discussing a few current events topics: Shedeur, Shannon, & this Administration. Damon and Brandise chat about the outcome of the 2025 NFL Draft, Shannon's pending lawsuit, and wrap reviewing the latest coming out of Pennsylvania Ave.

Season 6 Episode 5: Vigilante Inc

On this episode of Things My Mother Never Told Me, show host Damon and producer, Brandise take a dive into the film made by Greg Palast: Vigilante Inc.: America's New Vote Suppression Hitmen.  We're talking about data shared by investigative journalist Greg Palast in his uncovering of over 360,000 Georgia voter registrations being challenged. Greg interviewed several public figures who were responsible for 'signing off' on lists of Georgia residents, some of which still resided in homes where they lived for years; to have their registrations challenged before the upcoming election.