
Listen Up with Host Al Neely
Hi, I'm Al Neely. I've spent most of my life asking, " Why do people behave a certain way? Why don't people understand that most everyone wants basically the same thing? Most everyone wants their fundamental need for peace of mind, nourishment, shelter and safety."
What I have learned is that because of an unwillingness to open one's mind to see that some of the people you come in contact with may have those same desires as you do. We prejudge, isolate ourselves, and can be hesitant to interact, and sometimes we can be belligerent towards one another. This is caused by learned behavior that may have repeated itself for generations in our families.
What I hope to do with this podcast is to introduce as many people with as many various cultures, backgrounds, and practices as possible. The thought is that I can help to bring different perspectives by discussing various views from my guests that are willing to talk about their personal experiences.
Hopefully we all will learn something new. We may even learn that most of us share the same desire for our fundamental needs. We may just simply try to obtain it differently.
Sit back, learn, and enjoy!
Episodes
Bridging America's Two Justice Systems: The Fight Against Inequality in Law

Immigration Myths and Realities

From Classroom to Legislature: Justin Burns' Vision for Virginia's Future

Al Neely on the Black Manosphere: Toxic Influences, Societal Struggles, and Pathways to Empowerment

Navigating Education Policy: Tina Jenkins and Al Neely on Equity, Media Influence, and Political Engagement

Mary Carter on Education's Uncertain Future: Funding Challenges, Policy Shifts, and Global Implications

Brenten Sims on Amplifying Black Voices: Mental Health, Identity, and Cultural Impact

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Commentary: Art, Race, and Challenging American Inequality

Blame and Political Attitudes: Dr. Gail Sahar on America's Cultural Divide

The Legacy of Coach Field: Fast-Paced Basketball, Harlem Globetrotters, and Empowering Youth

Brotherhood and Basketball: Tommy Long and Roscoe Brown on Norfolk State's Legacy

Carl Poole on Community Power: Navigating Politics, Education, and Housing in Norfolk

The Complexity of Memory and Healing from Abuse

Andre Council on Resilience and Racial Identity: Navigating Systemic Inequality in America

Finding Strength in Estrangement and New Beginnings

Resilience and Innovation in Greenwood: Carlos Moreno on Tulsa's Untold Stories Part 2

Challenging the Manosphere and Modern Masculinity with Listen Up Podcast

I Didn't Know I Was A Tradwife... Megan Stover

Religion and Politics in today's USA climate with Tina Jenkins

Matt Cummings School Board Candidate

Burk Stringfellow on running for congress

Ashley Bowman, BCBA/LBA, Behavior Analyst

Cash Green Campaigning for Virginia Beach City Council "People over Politics"
