In this episode, TrailBlazerz Radio welcomes Dedra Pledger in the studio to talk about her survivor story. Her stories are ones that are cautionary tales about how cycles have a way of repeating themselves.
In our first episode of Survivor Stories, we welcome Dr. Christal Fenderson to speak about her domestic violence story and how it changed her life. Make sure you tune in to this powerful story!!!!
#SurvivorStories
#DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
BattleTech is on the most enduring and unique science fiction universes ever created. With it's unique blend of political intrigue, tactical combat, rich lore, and an immediate sense of personal connection, no wonder the universe endures!!!!
In this opening episode, we will take a look into the creation of this universe, the world building, and we will take a look at the successor states, also known as the Great Houses.
This set of interviews was done during Domestic Violence awareness month last year. I had the pleasure of speaking with Andrea Ward, Schenika Quattlebaum, and a great brother by the mane of James. Listen as they speak on their stories of resilience and strength. This set of interviews will most assuredly inspire and strengthen those that listen.
#DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
The Chaplaincy in a Space Marine Chapter is structured like any facet of the Chapter, There are ranks, responsibilities to this institution. From the Novitiates to the Master Of Sanctity ever rank has it's structure, and this episode we will discuss this.
We will also look at most famous (and infamous) Chaplins in 40k history. From Grimaldus to Cassius, each Chaplin represents a different yet important aspect of the Chaplaincy.
One of the most fearsome, iconic, revered, and spiritually resonant factions in the Warhammer 40k universe are the Chaplins of the Adeptus Astartes. These black armored figures fight at the front line of battle wielding the Crozius Arcanum, the Rosarius, preaching the various Litanies, spurring their brothers into zealous fury.
But who are these enigmatic black armored warriors that wear the skull-helm? What are their origins, How are the organized? What are their roles and duties?
In this first episode, we will explore the origins of the Chaplins. From their infancy during the Great Crusade, to their installation in the Horus Heresy and beyond, we will also look at the roles and duties a Chaplin has in a Space Marine Chapter.
Let us march into the Reclusiam, and kneel before the skull-faced helm of the priests of battle!!!!
In the final part to this series, we explore The Tactical Dreadnought Armor, or Terminator Armor of the Space Marines, the Ageis Armor of the Grey Knights, and we explore some experimental and developmental designs.
Suit up and let's get into it!!!
We are back!!! Join us as FL Beaty takes into the journey behind his latest book release, Thoughts....The Contemplative Soul!!!!
Welcome back Battle Brothers!!!
In Part 2, we talk about Marks VII through X armor and talk about the tactical advantages of each armor and the battle application and effectiveness of each armor.
Suit up and let's get into it!!!!
One of the most iconic images that is common in the Warhammer 40k universe: An armored warrior clad in ceremite and adamantium, striding cross the battlefield with the grace of a demigod. That image is the Space Marine, and his armor-power armor is as much a symbol of the Imperium as the Aquilla itself.
In this episode, we will discuss the early primitive armor of the Thunder Warriors, and we'll discuss Marks I through Mark VI, the design features, battlefield effectiveness, and the cultural significance of each Mark or armor.
Suit up and let's get into it!!!
We conclude this series with revisiting how Black stories are affected when we own the whole damn house, and how they ar damaged when we are not in the room.
And....
We answer the question:
Who Gets To Tell Black Stories????
We've seen what happens when we are given the space, the power, the resources to tell our own stories.
But what about the other side?
In this episode we will talk about what happens when Black are told without Black voices. We'll talk about erasure, distortion, as well as the psychological toll this takes on Black audiences
We'll also ask (and answer) more questions:
Can a non-Black creator tell Black stories?
What can that non-Black creator do to bring respect, homage , and care to Black stories?
What does legacy look like for Black stories?
The question of who gets to tell Black stories is not nuanced....
It is, however a question that invites not only an answer, but a spirited, yet respectful discussion. What happens when Black stories are told by the creators and people that live them? What happens when Black creatives are not only in the room but run it? What happens Black creatives are not involved and the stories are told from a non-Black creative's lens, perspective, experience, perception, or idea? We will attempt to answer all those questions in this 3 part series.
I Know we don't talk about the failed reboot of "Good Times" by Netflix.
But.....
I would like talk about it. I'll start with the original and why it was so endearing, entertaining, how it became a cultural moment, and a flashpoint in Black television history.
We'll take. hard look at how this reboot missed the mark, what it got wrong by leaning on outdated stereotypes, and turned complex, heartfelt characters into loud caricatured punchlines, as well turning it raunchy and irreverent.
We'll also take a look what happens when reboots are done correctly, nd ask a very important question: Who gets to tell Black stories?
The Titan Legions have carved Their names in the glorious and violent history of the Imperium. In this final episode, we will explore the Imperiums most notable Titan Legions, their heraldry, their battle philosophy, and their most notable campaigns. We'll also take a look at the most notorious traitor Titan Legions, as well as the ever evolving xenos counters to the Titans. We will also take a look into the future of the Titans and the Collegia Titanica as a whole in the modern 41st millenium
In Part 2 of this series, we look a little deeper into the God -Engines. We look into the Collegia Titanica, the structure of a Titan Legion, the types of Titans , their armaments and roles.
We will also step away from the battlefield and into the cockpit of the minds that connect to these walking behemoths of destructive power.....the Princeps
We are diving back into 40k!!! This time we are diving into the Titans.....The devastating engines of war. This episode speaks of their beginnings i the Dark Age Of Technology. We delve into what Standard Template Constructs are, and how a Forge World forges a God Engine!!!
Music Credits:
Warhammer Space Marine OST: Prologue
Warhammer 40k Inquisitor: Martyr...Mining Operation..Action
Anime is a medium that is normally looked at as either escapist, fantastical or niche.
But....
Did you know that anime is also a medium that tackles tough subjects?
From systemic discrimination, racism, the scars of social trauma, emotional pain, and mental health, anime continues to shine a light in the darkest corners of the human experience.
We are gonna go "Beneath The Surface", because thats where the truth lies-in the details, in the characters, in the moments that force u to reflect.
In this episode we dive into on of the most iconic shows in modern Black storytelling. A show that pulled no punches, dropped truth bombs with each episode and made us laugh even as it made us uncomfortable.
That's right!!! We are talking about none other than The Boondocks, and we are gonna take a dive into this universe!!! From comic strip to animated brilliance, we are gonna take a look at iconic episodes, the genius of Aaron McGruder, how this series became a mirror, a megaphone, and a moment in Black history......
We've explored the Great Crusade, one of humanity's campaigns to date.....
We watched the galaxy burn as the Horus Heresy... a betrayal so large, half of the Legions turned traitor, and made the Emperor a carrion God on The Golden Throne....
We've explored the Scouring...a crusade of vengeance across the stars, but one by one, the Primarchs dissappeared....
We witnessed the decentralization and reformation of the Astartes through the penning of the Codex Astates...
Now....
We turn our eye to the Primaris Space Marines, the penultimate creation of Archmagos Dominus Belisarius Cawl. We will explore what make them different from their Firstborn brethren, talk a little about the resurrection of Robute Guilliman, the Ultima Founding, and Primaris Marine's role in the Indomitus Crusade, the largest military campaign in the history of the Imperium. We will also take a deep dive into the soul of these warriors and answer a question: What does it mean to be an Adeptus Astartes in the current state of the Imperium?