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Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale

Shawn A. Barksdale

The show is about truth and how telling it can be cathartic and helpful to many! Look for Shawn to challenge his guest, to tell the truth, be transparent, and offer their life’s personal perspective on the many obstacles they have overcome. Shawn will place a special emphasis on prison life, how it affects the prisoner, his friends, and family. You will be amazed at how successful some have become after facing a portion of their life behind bars.

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12:42

Basi Affia Episode 2 When Passion and Desire to Be...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/08/11

Basi Affia Episode 2 When Passion and Desire to Be Great Collide

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22:15

Basi Affia Episode One 11/11 Veteran Project Partner...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/08/04

🎙️ Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. BarksdaleEpisode Title: Basi Affia: The Power of Storytelling, Service, and BrotherhoodIn this compelling episode, Shawn A. Barksdale sits down with Basi Affia—author, soldier, husband, father, and the visionary behind a new wave of graphic storytelling. Known by birth as Aniekanabasi White, Basi has spent his life intertwining purpose with creativity. From writing as early as first grade to serving in the Army National Guard as a Religious Affairs

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6:00

"Your Story, Your Voice" Crystal Thompson - Region...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/08/04

"Your Story, Your Voice" Crystal Thompson - Region Five Recovery Advisory Council Series - For more information go to region-five.org

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3:39

"Your Story, Your Voice" Cordney Lewis - Region Five...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/28

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4:13

"Your Story, Your Voice" Brandon Moore - Region Five...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/21

"Your Story, Your Voice" Brandon Moore - Region Five Recovery Advisory Council Series. For more information go to region-five.org

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27:35

“Your Story, Your Voice” Sherri Wiggins - Region Five...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/17

🎤 NEW EPISODE DROP🗣️ “Your Story, Your Voice” Sherri WigginsRegion Five Recovery Advisory Council SeriesWe had the absolute honor of sitting down with the incredible Sherri Wiggins at the Assembly Co-working Space in Norfolk, VA—and what she shared was nothing short of extraordinary.-A Registered Certified Peer Recovery Specialist with Hampton-Newport News CSB and a Forensic Peer Specialist with Life Journey, Sherri didn’t hold back. She told her truth. 💯 From trauma to triumph, her

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41:44

"Save Our Children" a Follow Up to "Fight For Your...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/14

Our last episode, titled “Fight for Your Children,” had a tremendous impact on our communities. It sparked a flood of questions, making it clear that the conversation had to continue. That brings us to this powerful new follow-up episode, titled “Save Our Children.”We sat down with Mrs. Roxanne Richardson, B.A., M.S. Ed., J.D.—a former licensed attorney and seasoned educator who has taught in both New York and Virginia. Her legal work included serving with Legal Aid and the United States

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18:36

Fight For Your Children, featuring Co-Parents Shawn...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/08

Fight For Your Children, featuring Co-Parents Shawn A. Barksdale & Monique Barksdale. 🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Fight For Your ChildrenFeaturing Co-Parents Shawn A. Barksdale & Monique BarksdaleWhat does it really mean to fight for your children?In this eye-opening and heartfelt episode, co-parents Shawn and Monique Barksdale pull back the curtain on their journey navigating the school system with gifted, talented, and deeply curious children—children who weren’t automatically selected for

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12:46

The Summary of The Opioid and Substance Use Series...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/07

🎙️ EPISODE: The Summary of The Opioid and Substance Use Series and August 31st Day of Hope Event Details with Shannon Rogers SimpsonHosted by Shawn A. Barksdale | Featuring Shannon Rogers SimpsonWe’ve reached the powerful conclusion of our Opioid and Substance Use Podcast Series, and this final episode brings it all together. Hosted by Shawn A. Barksdale, this conversation with Shannon Rogers Simpson—COPE Central Region Coordinator—reflects on the lessons learned, the voices elevated, and

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44:19

🎙️ Bonus Segment Alert – A Message from Ryland Clark...

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2025/07/03

🎙️ Bonus Segment Alert – A Message from Ryland Clark and Shawn A. Barksdale (Extended Version)After conducting nearly a dozen powerful interviews, Shawn A. Barksdale saw a need—to give back. And what better way than to lend the Ten Minutes of Truth platform to someone already giving so much?This bonus extended segment features Ryland Clark, Community Relations & Engagement Manager at Hitachi Energy in South Boston, VA. Hitachi’s impact reaches far beyond the COPE Project—it’s seen in

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12:09

Episode: Business with Purpose & Feeding Halifax with...

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2025/07/02

Business with Purpose & Feeding Halifax: Featuring Ryland Clark of Hitachi Energy In our latest segment of Ten Minutes of Truth, we had the privilege of sitting down with Ryland Clark, Community Relations & Engagement Manager at Hitachi Energy, South Boston, VA, and a member of the Halifax County Industrial Development Board.We had no idea just how deeply Ryland—and Hitachi as a whole—were touching lives across Halifax County. From supporting recovery and re-entry efforts to

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11:51

EPISODE: Virginia Tech Is Tackling the Opioid...

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2025/07/02

EPISODE: Virginia Tech Is Tackling the Opioid Epidemic with Evidence-Based Practices | Featuring: Shannon Rogers Simpson, VT Extension – Halifax County Topic: What Is Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Why It MattersSEL, or Social Emotional Learning, is the process through which individuals—especially children and youth—learn how to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, maintain healthy relationships, and make responsible

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11:51

EPISODE: Virginia Tech Is Tackling the Opioid...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/02

EPISODE 9: Virginia Tech Is Tackling the Opioid Epidemic with Evidence-Based Practices | Featuring: Shannon Rogers Simpson, VT Extension – Halifax County Topic: What Is Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Why It MattersSEL, or Social Emotional Learning, is the process through which individuals—especially children and youth—learn how to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, maintain healthy relationships, and make responsible

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17:47

EPISODE: Why the COPE PROJECT Was Formed with Shannon...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/07/02

EPISODE 8: Why the COPE PROJECT Was Formed Featuring: Shannon Rogers Simpson, Halifax County VT Cooperative Extension Project Coordinator 1. What exactly is COPE, and why did VT choose their Cooperative Extension arm to run it?Shannon Rogers Simpson (Halifax Co. VT CE):“COPE” stands for Community Outreach and Prevention Education. It was created to support community well‑being through resilience-building, mental health awareness, and educational support. Shannon explains that VT chose the

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33:04

Fighting Back: with Kim Adams – “Community & Agency...

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2025/07/01

🎙️ EPISODE: Fighting Back: with Kim Adams – “Community & Agency Responses”We’re tackling the opioid crisis head-on in this powerful new episode featuring Kim Adams of Recovering Hands LLC.💬 Kim shares how her organization is transforming lives through compassionate, faith-based recovery services—and what makes Recovering Hands stand out from the rest. From personal success stories to vital partnerships with local agencies, this episode sheds light on real solutions happening right

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19:24

Beneath the Surface: Retired Judge, Joel C....

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2025/07/01

🌟 Episode: Beneath the Surface – Halifax’s Opioid CrisisOur guest is Retired Judge Joel Cunningham, who brings powerful insight into the impact and evolution of the opioid crisis in Halifax County—and the life-saving role of Halifax County Recovery Court.We’re continuing our 10-part series—supported by Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, and Virginia State University—spotlighting real people, real programs, and real solutions across the Commonwealth.📌 In this episode, we

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13:00

Lived Experience in Action: with Meredith Martin

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2025/06/30

Episode: Lived Experience in Action: with Meredith Martin Peer Recovery in Prince EdwardIn this episode, we speak with a Prince Edward County study participant who brings a powerful and personal lens to the conversation around substance misuse, community recovery, and peer support. We ask:• What made you want to be part of this important study?• What is a Peer Recovery Specialist, and why are they essential in the fight against substance misuse?• Which strategies from the study truly stood

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5:30

Breaking the Silence: Amanda Henley on Recovery &...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/06/30

We’re continuing our powerful 10-part series—supported by Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, and Virginia State University—highlighting lived experience, proven strategies, and the real people working to make change in Virginia. Episode: “Breaking the Silence: Amanda Henley on Recovery & Community Power”Our guest is Amanda Henley, Community Engagement Coordinator and passionate advocate for recovery in Prince Edward County. In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we ask:•

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13:33

Building the Front Line: Smyth’s Active Response with...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/06/30

New Podcast Episode Now Live!Presented by Shawn A. Barksdale & the Ten Minutes of Truth PodcastWe’re continuing our powerful 10‑part series—supported by the Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, and Virginia State University—spotlighting real people, real programs, and real solutions across Virginia.🌟 Episode : “Building the Front Line: Smyth’s Active Response”Our guest is @Brandi Branson, the driving force behind Beyond the Stigma, a leading advocate working on the front

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Innovative Solutions: in Prince Edward County with ...

Ten Minutes of Truth with Shawn A. Barksdale ·

2025/06/30

New Podcast Series Launch!Presented by Shawn A. Barksdale & the Ten Minutes of Truth PodcastWe’re proud to announce a 10-part podcast series supported by the Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, and Virginia State University—spotlighting real people, real programs, and real solutions across our communities. Episode 1: “Innovative Solutions in Prince Edward County”Our first guest is the dynamic Raye Elliott, also known as Solar Raye, founder of FLIPP Inc. – a grassroots

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