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Positive People USA

Positive People USA

Auteur(s): Mr. Positive M.A. B.Soc.Sci. CIT PEL A.S.P.D.
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To be a guest on Positive People USA and share what you're doing that's positive call 773-809-8594 or email educatorsocialscience@gmail.com

"During struggles, always ask, 'What can I do?'—never, 'What can't I do?'"

In a time when negativity dominates headlines and feeds, this podcast exists to spotlight the people who choose to build, heal, and uplift. Each episode features someone doing real work in their community—whether through service, creativity, activism, or everyday kindness.

Each episode is a living archive of purpose: authors, business owners, artists, activists and others who transform struggle into service and creativity into community.

This is the "Positive People Podcast." Personal. Pervasive. Permanent. Because positivity isn’t a mood—it’s a movement.

To Join the show with something that you are doing that is positive. Call 773-809-8594

BIO:

Mr. Positive, M.A., B.Soc.Sci., CIT, PEL, A.S.P.D

Licensed Secondary Social Studies Educator | Leadership Trainer | Community Advocate | Published Author | Gospel Recording Artist.

Mr. Positive is an award-winning educator, curriculum designer, and transformative leader with over 15 years of experience spanning secondary education, juvenile justice, and strategic community engagement. As a licensed Social Studies educator and certified trainer, he has developed a culturally responsive curriculum, mentored educators, and led initiatives that drive systemic change across schools and civic institutions.

He has designed and taught more than eight elective courses—including Leadership, Race in America, and Community Organizing—while increasing student achievement and reducing disciplinary incidents through trauma-informed, inclusive instruction. His legislative advocacy has led to the introduction of House Files and secured over $355,000 in funding for student-centered programs. As Dean of Students and Director of Public Relations, he rebranded school identity, built strategic partnerships, and led restorative practice training for staff.

His impact extends beyond the classroom. Mr. Positive served nearly a decade as a Juvenile Probation Officer and Paralegal with Ramsey County Corrections, earning multiple awards for innovation and service. His professional background also includes roles as Legal Clinic Manager, Veterans Case Manager, Urban Elder Teacher Coach, Park Police and Military Police Officer—each reflecting a deep commitment to public service and educational empowerment.

As a creative force, Mr. Positive is the author of two books published through iUniverse Publishing, both available at major retailers including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. His gospel album, Keep Your Faith in God, was reissued by Numer Records and is also available at leading record stores and online platforms. His creative work blends spiritual resilience with social commentary, offering inspiration rooted in lived experience.

He has been honored with induction into the National Society of Leadership and Success, the Pillsbury United Communities Service Award, and multiple commendations from Ramsey County Corrections, the U.S. Army, and Minnesota civic institutions. He chaired the Governor’s Legacy Committee, overseeing $240,000 in arts grants with a perfect audit, and led youth civic engagement projects resulting in legislative wins.

Mr. Positive: MA in Advocacy and Leadership, a BA in Social Sciences and Counseling Psychology, an AAS in Paralegal and Law Enforcement, and Secondary Education Licensure. He is currently pursuing graduate studies in Adult Education. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to equity, justice, and the empowerment of marginalized communities

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  • Black Americans: Nothing but the Truth

    Black Americans: Nothing but the Truth
    Oct 26 2025

    Mr. Positive, M.A., B.Soc.Sci., CIT, PEL, A.S.P.D.

    Black Americans: Nothing But the Truth All parents, teachers, and fellow Americans must listen to this episode. Share it with someone—then ask them to share it with someone else. Keep it moving. Keep the truth alive.

    "We were never told the full story about Black Americans and the American Revolution. Pull up images of the Battle of Bunker Hill and Washington’s crossing of the Delaware. Look closely. Find the Black patriots. Learn the truth."

    Comments: educatorsocialscience@gmail.com
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    58 min
  • Lies My Teacher Told Me

    Lies My Teacher Told Me
    Oct 26 2025

    Glen Beck: Black Heros-The American Revolution

    What Your Teachers Did Not Tell You

    Presented by Positive People USA | RONDO Podcast

    Opening Message: Welcome to Positive People USA, where truth meets legacy. Today, we spotlight the Black patriots of the American Revolution—heroes whose courage shaped a nation but whose stories were buried by post-Civil War politics. Glenn Beck and David Barton’s episode challenges the mainstream narrative, revealing African American soldiers, spies, ministers, and elected officials who fought for liberty long before it was promised to them. This isn’t just historical correction—it’s cultural restoration. Let’s reclaim their legacy, restore historical truth, and reignite civic unity.

    Mini Lesson Plan: Black Patriots in the American Revolution

    Thesis: Glenn Beck and David Barton’s episode challenges mainstream history by spotlighting Black patriots whose contributions were erased post-Civil War, urging us to reclaim their legacy for civic unity and historical truth.

    Objectives (with Examples + Citations)

    • Recognize key Black patriots
      • Peter Salem killed British Major Pitcairn at the Battle of Bunker Hill (Boston, 1775)
      • James Armistead Lafayette served as a double agent at Yorktown (Virginia, 1781)
    • Understand historical erasure
      • Southern Democrats removed Black figures from textbooks during Reconstruction (1870s–1890s)
      • William Cooper Nell’s 1855 book, The Colored Patriots of the American Revolution, documented erased stories like Crispus Attucks and Salem Poor
    • Connect legacy to civic impact
      • Wentworth Cheswell, elected town constable in Newmarket, NH (1768), was the first Black man to hold public office in the U.S.
      • Prince Whipple, symbolically depicted in Emanuel Leutze’s 1851 painting Washington Crossing the Delaware, though likely not present at the actual crossing

    Format (30 min)

    1. Intro (5 min) Ask: “Who do you picture when you hear ‘Founding Fathers’?” Introduce Prince Whipple’s image in the Delaware crossing painting
    2. Watch or summarize episode clips (10 min) Highlight Cheswell’s ride, Salem’s heroism, and Armistead’s espionage
    3. Discussion (10 min) Ask: “Why were these stories erased?” Reference Nell’s book and Barton’s claim about textbook revision
    4. Activity (5 min) Choose one:
      • Create a tribute poster for James Armistead Lafayette
      • Draft a podcast segment honoring Wentworth Cheswell

    Episode Links

    • Part 1https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4E9mEbLSOQPart 2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4E9mEbLSOQAdd this to Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drpJlZIdqKU

    educatorsocialscience@gmail.com

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    45 min
  • STOP: Restorative Practice for Families/Classrooms

    STOP: Restorative Practice for Families/Classrooms
    Oct 24 2025

    Short Lesson Plan: STOP Strategy

    Grade Level: Middle School, High School, families or Community Workshop Duration: 30–45 minutes Audience: Youth, Parents, Educators, Community Leaders

    🧠 Learning Objectives (with examples)

    • Identify personal warning signs that signal rising conflict Example: A student recognizes that when their hands clench and their heart races, they’re about to lose control.
    • Practice the STOP → THINK → CONSEQUENCES sequence in role-play scenarios Example: A youth worker guides a student through a mock hallway conflict using the strategy.
    • Reflect on the impact of behavioral choices in real-life situations Example: A parent shares a story about walking away from a heated argument and how it changed the outcome.

    🎯 Learning Outcomes (with examples)

    • Students will describe their physical, emotional, and cognitive warning signs Example: “When I feel disrespected, my chest tightens and I want to yell. That’s my STOP signal.”
    • Students will demonstrate the NIC STOP sequence through role-play Example: In a classroom skit, a student pauses, steps back, and calmly explains their feelings after THINKING.
    • Students will evaluate consequences of behavior using real or hypothetical examples Example: “If I had shouted back, I might’ve been suspended. But because I walked away, I got praised for maturity.”

    Mr. Positive: educatorsocialscience@gmail.com or 773-809-8594
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    15 min
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