In this episode I interview my daughter up and coming Bass extraordinaire Zoë Ellington Blackwell-Allen. We talk about her career as a bassist and her recent acceptance to the world renown Baltimore School For The Arts! I’m sure that you will e

All Things Are Possible

Apr 19th, 2022 50m 43s

On this long awaited episode yours truly, Community Connections host Mike Allen is being interviewed by a long time friend, colleague and regular listener of the podcast, Gissel Guzman-Ploutis. I am sure that you will enjoy this conversation a

Men Impact Change

Sep 17th, 2021 47m 35s

On this episode of Community Connections I had the honor to interview Ms. Sonnie Njau. Sonnie is the CEO of Men Impact Change. She is a global innovator, design thinker and thought leader! In our conversation we discuss the importance of the

You Must Learn:Cultural Humanity Solutions for Working with African Americans in Mental Health

Jul 22nd, 2021 42m 23s

On this episode of Community Connections your host Michael Allen talks to a group of students, faculty, and practitioners in understanding cultural competencies in working with African Americans in the mental health field.This presentation was

The 18th Letter

Jul 17th, 2021 1h 11m

On this episode of Community Connections I had a chance to catch up with the new author, educator and dear friend Jerome Wise. Check out this podcast as we discuss our days in college, his time as an educator as well as his new book entitled:

Supreme Clientele

Jun 17th, 2021 59m 14s

On this episode of Community Connections, I had the pleasure of interviewing former educator, consultant and business owner Ms. Jamila Sams of Go To Ms. Sams, Inc.Join the conversation as we discuss her upbringing in Philadelphia, her time as

It Was All a Dream

May 21st, 2021 53m 25s

Join me on this journey as I interview Darnell Ramsey. Mr. Ramsey is a social worker, entrepreneur, father and friend. We discuss his days attending Lincoln University, his book entitled: Justifying Our Bull, fatherhood and so much more!I am

Morgan State Ted Talk: Social Work Entrepreneurship

Apr 24th, 2021 54m 1s

On this episode of Community Connections I am sharing the recording of the Ted Talk that I conducted for Morgan State University. I covered the following areas:1. Why did I decide to study social work?2. What motivated me to become an entrep

You're Da Man

Nov 23rd, 2020 26m 27s

Tune int o this very special segment as the host of Community Connections, (ME) Mike Allen shares the commencement speech conducted in 2015 to the First World graduates at SUNY New Paltz.During my speech I discuss my days in New Paltz, the cha

Black Body

Oct 16th, 2020 1h 12m

In this episode my guest is Mr. David Ross. He is a poet, artist social worker, friend, father and husband. I am sure that you will enjoy our discussion about our respective time at The University of Maryland Shock Trauma Unit working with p

Can it be all so simple

Sep 19th, 2020 1h 2m

Please check out this interview with Mr. Ramon Llamas, he is a wellness coach, real estate investor, community engagement specialist and entrepreneur. I am sure that you will enjoy our conversation as we discuss wellness, entrepreneurship and

I Got it Made

Aug 22nd, 2020 58m 42s

On this episode of Community Connections our guest is Mr. Felix Chevalier Esq. He is an attorney, investor husband and father. Please join this great conversation as we discuss Cuba, business, international investing and consulting. I am sur

Rush Hour

Jun 19th, 2020 51m 20s

This episode of Community Connections my featured guest is Ms. Latonia Rush. Latonia is an author, trainer, motivational speaker and life coach. Please join the conversation as we discussed growing up in Chicago, her triumph to greatness and he

Young Gifted and Black

Jun 12th, 2020 28m 40s

Our guest on this episode is Ms. Imani Nia Robinson. She has been an actress on The Wire, The Deuce and is also the Executive Producer for a new series entitled: 3 Blind Mice. I'm sure that you will enjoy learning about her journey within the

Knowledge Reigns Supreme

Jun 5th, 2020 58m 2s

On this episode my guest is Mr. Sadiq Ali. He has several accolades under his belt. He is the current Executive Director for Mentor Maryland, he is the host of The Sadiq Ali Show, he’s a real estate investor, the author of Millionaire Manners,

Ladies First

May 30th, 2020 49m 55s

This episode is with the owner of Mi Casa Su Casa | District 6 City Council woman Mrs. Johanny Cepeda-Fretiz. You will learn how she got into the restaurant business, became a council woman and successfully balances marriage and motherhood. I

By Any Means Necessary

May 22nd, 2020 36m 44s

Join this deep and very intellectual conversation with Mr. David Miller. He is the CEO and Founder of The Dare To Be King Project, he is a public speaker and activist. Please tune in as we celebrate the memory and legacy of Brother Minister M

Ain't No Half Steppin

May 16th, 2020 1h 22m

Our guest on this episode is Douglas Kington. Mr. Kington has over 28 years of commercial and corporate real estate experience. He is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Maryland, and is the broker of record for RE/MAX Commercial Log

Songs in A Minor

May 9th, 2020 34m 15s

This is a fun conversation with vocalist Tamara Wellons. Join me and learn more about her journey as a songstress and how she impacts lives with her voice. I am sure that you will enjoy the conversation.To learn more about Tamara you can fi

Strictly Business

May 1st, 2020 50m 18s

Join the conversation with Mr. Will Holmes, Chairman of The Chamber of Commerce. Will is a skilled entrepreneur, consultant and proud father. I am sure you will enjoy this episode as we discuss consulting, networking and client relationships!

A DJ Saved My Life

Apr 26th, 2020 46m 41s

This episode is with DJ I Da I. Listeners will enjoy learning the history of Hip Hop from a DJ’s prospective. This conversation will take all hip hop enthusiasts down memory lane and have you answer the question: When did you fall in love with

Social Change

Apr 25th, 2020 37m 48s

Meet Pickett Slater-Harrington! He’s a social change agent providing equity for individuals and businesses in need! I’m sure you will learn something from this powerful discussion!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/

The importance of music

Jan 20th, 2019 9m 6s

Our First interview featuring my daughter 11 year old sensation Zoe Blackwell-Allen--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therapeutic-connections/message

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