Drawing from the words of Maya Angelou and her own book, Love Check, Melanie challenges us to go beyond the bare minimum as we love in word and deed and create memories of kindness and love that others can truly feel.

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Originally recorded on 5/25/24, Audio podcast airing on 6/1/24.

Referencing such literary works as The Count of Monte Cristo, Shawshank Redemption, the Bible (1 John 4:7), and her own book, Love Check, Melanie takes another deep dive into the topic of Love. This episode further highlights the evidence, challenges, necessity and supremacy of love, while reminding us to look within and rise up to God's standard.

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Originally recorded on 4/26/24, Audio podcast airing on 4/30/24.

Around Easter/Resurrection Sunday time, we often hear about the last sayings of Jesus on the cross as if that was the end and the last things He had to say, but have you ever paid attention to what He said AFTER the resurrection?

Listen in as Melanie shares these words of love from the 4 gospels of the Bible, how they relate to us, and how Jesus is still speaking today.

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Originally recorded on 3/20/24, Audio podcast airing on 4/1/24.

One of the major qualities of love is that it is sacrificial, giving of itself for the wellbeing of others. Listen in as Melanie highlights a few notable African Americans for Black History and Love Month, whose selfless sacrificial and inspirational acts helped make the world a better place, and their effects are far-reaching even today. #BlackHistoryMonth #LoveMonth

Claudette Colvin

Amelia Boynton Robinson

John Lewis

Charles Hamilton Houston

Ida B. Wells

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Originally recorded on 2/17/24, Audio podcast airing on 2/29/24.

It is often Love that draws us, Love that transforms us and Love that sustains us.

Listen in as Melanie gives an in-depth review on the hit TV series-turned film, "The Chosen," which depicts the life and ministry of Jesus and his original disciples -- specifically the first three seasons. This monumental work, and the first of its kind, is another beautiful reminder of the redeeming love of God. (Season 4 in theaters February 2024)

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Originally recorded on 10/14/23, Audio podcast airing on 1/31/24.

Imagine not knowing what to tell, when to tell and who to tell...

Listen in as debut author, Mrs. Freddie Rodgers Simmons (aka "Miss Freddie Mae") discusses her new children's book, "Lil Dal No Tattle-Telling," and its primary subject matter, which we all can relate to - bullying. This is one that all parents, guardians and adults need to hear - and remember, love is the answer.

For more on the host and her book, visit Melanie's website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.

(Originally recorded on 12/22/23, Audio podcast airing on 12/27/23)

Opening with a snippet on gratitude from motivational speakers Germany Kent & Zig Ziglar, listen in as Melanie expounds further with a message that will hopefully challenge you to keep a posture and an attitude of gratitude. Increase your aptitude for gratitude by making it a habit, in word and deed.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Originally recorded on 11/25/23, Audio podcast airing on 11/30/23.

The beauty, magnitude and grandeur of mountains can put God, you and life in perspective. For every mountain you encounter, there's a lot to take in... what you see and experience is a matter of perspective.

Listen in as Melanie shares a word from one of her dreams and more on the topic.

For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at ⁠⁠⁠www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com⁠⁠⁠.

Originally recorded on 10/23/23, Audio podcast airing on 10/31/23.