Next Steps Show

Next Steps Show Sept 24, 2022

Join Peter Vazquez & Ayesha Kreutz on the Next Step Show for a great conversation with La'Ron D. Singletary, Candidate for Congress in the New York’s 25th Congressional District and Virginia Eleanor McIntyre, Mezzosoprano, and winner of numerous international competitions.
 
La’Ron Singletary was born and raised in Rochester, New York and is a graduate of the Rochester City School District. Growing up, La’Ron was taught that hard work, plus sacrifice, would equate to success. Education was important in the Singletary household. However, it was also understood that entering a vocation after high school was just as important as he and his sibling began to navigate adulthood. The dream of his parents was to give their children a better chance at the future, while striving to leave future generations better than the current.
 
Upon graduating from John Marshall High School and Monroe Community College, La’Ron earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Keuka College in 2006. From there, he attended SUNY Brockport College and graduated in 2009 with a Master of Public Administration Degree.
 
After graduating from Monroe Community College, La’Ron joined the Rochester Police Department. Serving in a variety of assignments, he received numerous awards, attended career focused conferences, and graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Academy Session #266. In 2016, he received the International Association of Chiefs of Police 40 Under 40 Award which recognizes individuals who exemplify leadership and commitment to their profession. He has served on numerous panel discussions on the topic of law enforcement and leadership. Following an award-winning career that spanned 20-years, La’Ron ultimately rose through the ranks to become the Police Chief in the City that made him to the man he is today.
 
La’Ron grew up in the City of Rochester and currently calls the Town of Henrietta his home. Having spent half of his life in service and leadership positions in our community, he will continue to be a staunch advocate for principles that define faith, family, and friends. He will continue the advocacy in Washington, D.C. so that everyone has a chance at prosperity in the hope of achieving the American Dream.
 
La’Ron has a passion for servant leadership and is eager to reform systems that have been plaguing our residents. Empowering our families with school choice, improving our educational system, and expanding business opportunities to help our residents thrive is why La’Ron is running for Congress in New York’s 25th Congressional District.
 
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Virginia Eleanor McIntyre, Mezzosoprano, winner of numerous international competitions (Fasano, Civenna, Concorso Giuseppe Di Stefano -Trapani) her impressive vocal extension has allowed her to perform a wide range of roles. She began her long career in her teens in Rochester, NY as a mezzosoprano “belter” in Musical Theater productions - Dick Tracy (Black Pearl), Hair (Sheila), You’re a good man Charlie Brown (Snoopy), Red Sneaks (Teresina-including a local NBC TV solo performance), Pinocchio, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Narrator), Oklahoma (Ado Annie) while participating as a classical soloist for the Rochester Bach Children’s Chorus (in collaboration with the Rochester Philharmonic). She went on to study Vocal Performance at the SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music where she played the roles of La Ciesca (Gianni Schicchi), Papagena (Die Zaubeflote), Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus) and Donna Elvira (Don Giovanni).
 
In Mantova, Italy she was awarded a place in Enzo Dara’s Young Artist Program with the Role of Donna Eleonora (Prima la musica, poi le parole- Salieri) while recording various classical CD’s. After performing in various operas in the North of Italy Musetta (La Boheme), Vera (Nadeya), Liù (Turandot), Leonora (Il Trovatore) – La Fenice Summer Festival in Marghera, Santuzza (Cavalleria Rusticana)- Tuscany Summer Festival Peccioli, it became clear that her voice had matured offering darker velvety tones.
 
This would eventually lead her to study roles that showcase the full range of her voice like Eboli (Don Carlo), Amneris (Aida), Azucena (Il Trovatore) as a mezzosoprano. Since then, she has performed in various theatres across Europe including the prestigious Fondazione del Teatro Coccia in Novara where she recently played Silvyane in the acclaimed “La Vedova Allegra”, as well as Maddalena (Rigoletto) in Parma, La Ciesca (Gianni Schicchi) Cirella Opera Festival, Fenena (Nabucco) in San Dona di Piave, Lola (Cavalleria Rusticana) in Busseto and Milan and Preziosilla (La Forza del Destino) in Teatro Astra in the Veneto Region.
 
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Next Steps Show Sept 17, 2022

Join Peter & Ayesha on the Next Step Show for a great conversation with Orlando Rivera, Candidate for the 136th NYS Assembly District.
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Orlando Rivera is the first Afro-Latino to run the NYS Assembly in the 136th district. He is the son of a single mother who worked hard to provide for him and his siblings. A proud graduate of Bishop Kearney High School in Irondequoit, and the State University of NY at Potsdam.
Orlando is an experienced non-profit professional who’s focused on the value of service to consumers and assisting others for the overall betterment of our community.
Mr. Rivera and his family reside in the historic Maplewood neighborhood (Rochester, NY)
Orlando Rivera is the Republican/ Conservative candidate for the 136th Assembly District.
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Next Steps Show Sep 10, 2022

Listen in on todays show for a great conversation with Kristine Demo-Vazquez for Family Court Judge Candidate for Monroe County Family Court Judge. An individual who truly believes in #puttingfamiliesfirst.
 
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Next Steps Show Sep 3, 2022

Listen in on todays show for a great conversation with Host Peter Vazquez and Co-Host Ayesha Kreutz as we discuss faith, politics, and entrepreneurship.

Next Steps Show Aug 27, 2022

Listen in on todays show for a great conversation with Nick Searcy, Actor, Director, Producer, and Award Winner.
Actor Nick Searcy has maintained a distinguished career spanning more than two decades. His credits range from independent features to Hollywood blockbusters and television series hits.
He played General Hoyt in Guillermo del Toro’s 2018 Best Picture winner “The Shape of Water”; and had a role in the multiple Oscar-winning film “Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing, Missouri” from writer-director Martin McDonagh.
Searcy’s other big-screen highlights include Bennett Miller’s Oscar-nominated “Moneyball,” Robert Zemeckis’ “Cast Away” opposite Tom Hanks and Helen Hunt, and Jon Avnet’s beloved classic “Fried Green Tomatoes,” starring Kathy Bates and Jessica Tandy.
Other films include The Best of Enemies, The Last Song, The Ugly Truth, The Dead Girl, Runaway Jury, Eagle Eye, Head of State, Nell, The Fugitive, and Days of Thunder, among many others.
On television, he is best known for the tough-but-tender Chief Deputy Art Mullen on the FX series, “Justified.” He also appeared as Deke Simmons in Hulu’s 11/22/63, and has been a series regular on UPN’s 7 Days, CBS’s American Gothic, HBO’s From The Earth To The Moon, ABC’s Rodney, and CW’s Easy Money, and guest starred on countless shows including Lethal Weapon, The Ranch, Chicago Med, Hawaii 5-0, Mom, Hot in Cleveland, Intelligence, Archer, The Mentalist, Lie To Me, Without a Trace, The West Wing, CSI, I’ll Fly Away, In The Heat of The Night, and NCIS.
Also, an accomplished director, his second film, GOSNELL was released in theatres nationwide on October 12, 2018. His first film, Paradise Falls (now called Carolina Low), won 6 festival awards including the Best Feature Film award at the 1997 Hollywood Film Festival, and he continues to write and develop new works for the screen.
He recently wrapped two feature films, both westerns, The Old Way opposite Nicolas Cage, and the Daily Wire’s Terror on the Prairie, starring Gina Carano, both of which will be released in 2022.
CAPITOL PUNISHMENT, which tells the truth about the events of January 6th and is available at capitolpunishment.locals.com, is the second documentary Searcy has produced and hosted, the first being America America God Shed His Grace on Thee, an exploration of the relationship between God and America, available now on Amazon Prime and at shedhisgrace.com.
 
 

Next Steps Show Aug 20, 2022

Listen in on todays show for a great conversation with Dumisani Washington, Founder, and CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI).
Dumisani Washington is the Founder and CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI), and the former Diversity Outreach Coordinator for the over 10-million-member Christians United for Israel (CUFI). Dumisani is a pastor, professional musician—graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music—and author whose latest book is the second edition of Zionism & the Black Church: Why Standing with Israel Will be a Defining Issue for Christians of Color in the 21st Century. He and his wife, Valerie, have been married for nearly 34 years and have six children and two (soon three) grandchildren.
 
 

Next Steps Show Aug 13, 2022

Our conversation today features the Honorable Beatriz LeBron, Commissioner, and Vice-President of the Rochester City School District Board of Education.
Beatriz LeBron leads Healthi Kids' Play ROCs campaign (healthikids.org), where she devises strategies and tactics aimed at elevating play to a pivotal role in the holistic well-being of children in schools and communities. With a remarkable 19-year tenure in the human services sector, LeBron has accumulated a wealth of experience as a supervisor, educator, trainer, and community health worker. Her primary dedication lies in assisting families confronted with various social, economic, and health-related challenges.
Possessing more than a decade's worth of expertise in the formulation, execution, and oversight of policies within the realms of healthcare and education, she is also well-versed in the intricate regulations set forth by the New York State Department of Health.
Currently holding the esteemed positions of Commissioner and Vice-President on the RCSD Board of Education, LeBron wears the dual hats of chairperson for both the Finance and Human Services committees. Her academic journey includes a bachelor's degree in Communications and Economics from St. John Fisher College, a certificate in Finance from Georgetown University, and an associate degree in Liberal Arts from Monroe Community College. Her quest for knowledge continues as she pursues studies in Law at the University of Arizona. During her leisure moments, LeBron indulges in her passions for art, reading, and cherishing quality time with her grandchildren and children.
This conversation is more than mere dialogue; it's about fostering understanding, promoting growth, and discovering hope in challenging times.
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Next Steps Show Aug 6, 2022

Dive into our enlightening conversation with Abdul Ali and Raheem Soto, founders of tuconservative.com, to unlock a wealth of knowledge. Abdul, with his roles in the Cabarrus County GOP and NC Black Conservative Voices, along with his work as Political Director for FDF of NC, and Raheem, through his tenure on the Southampton Town GOP Executive Committee and as a County Committeeman, offer invaluable insights. Listen to this episode for an in-depth look at community engagement and effective leadership—it's an essential listen for anyone interested in these vital topics!
This conversation is more than mere dialogue; it's about fostering understanding, promoting growth, and discovering hope in challenging times.
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Next Steps Show July 30, 2022

Join our conversation with Septimus Scott and Ryan James Turner as we explore the Rochester Works Gun Violence Prevention Program. This initiative aims to offer job training, credentialing, and job placement in well-paying roles for around 675 young adults, aged 18-24, who are unemployed, underemployed, or out of school, primarily targeting certain areas within Monroe County.
We'll discuss the program's approach in creating networks with small community-based and faith-based organizations to extend its reach to youths who are often overlooked by conventional methods.
Additionally, we'll delve into how these young adults are supported beyond job opportunities, receiving assistance in areas like technical skills, childcare, and monetary incentives, as well as access to essential services such as food and housing. The program also connects them to various grant-funded training programs, aiming to enhance their career paths and future prospects.
This conversation is more than mere dialogue; it's about fostering understanding, promoting growth, and discovering hope in challenging times.
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Next Steps Show July 23, 2022

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Octavio Garcia, where we delve into the topics of home ownership, the Latino community, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, we'll explore the significant impact of failed policies on communities that were once thriving, shedding light on important issues and discussing potential solutions.
This conversation is more than mere dialogue; it's about fostering understanding, promoting growth, and discovering hope in challenging times.
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