Billy Dees

Toni Dupree is founder and president of Etiquette & Style by Dupree, an etiquette training and coaching company based in Houston with a mission to help young people and business professionals get ahead with good manners. Since 2006, her etiquette workshops, style seminars, self-esteem and behavior classes, have taught hundreds of individuals—from youth groups to business gatherings—how to present their best selves and cultivate meaningful, productive relationships.On this episode Toni talks about style, manners, and social media.

This conversation is with guest Christine Hall who is a comedian and humorist. You can find her on Twitter @ChristineComedy. Among the topics covered during this upbeat interview are the skills of comedy, Twitter experiences, and the "mask controversy."

This is an interview podcast with Curtis Shane who talks about his early years and influences. He also shares his story of renewed faith and what some of the guiding principles are in his life.

This episode is an interview with Dr. Tara Sanderson who is the author of, “TOO MUCH, NOT ENOUGH: A guide to decreasing anxiety and finding balance through intentional choices.” Tara is a Licensed Psychologist, Author, and Clinical Supervisor in Oregon. For over 20 years Tara has been helping people learn the skills to live their best lives.Using tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Dr Tara Sanderson specializes in working with clients who struggle with Perfectionism, Overachieving, Anxiety, and Depression.

This episode is a conversation with Mike Miller about business, marketing, and a new start up called "Fish My Spot."

This is a commentary episode covering the absurdity of a flat Earth and a fake moon landing. We also preview a few upcoming episodes and cover several other topics that are sources of frustration for the host.

This episode is a commentary that covers aspects of free speech, NASCAR branding, the Confederate Flag, and various related themes. Opinion approximately 30 minutes.

Our guest on this episode is Dorothy Rosby, who is the author of, “Alexa’s a Spy and Other Things to Be Ticked off About: Humorous Essays on the Hassles of Our Time.”Dorothy Rosby is a speaker and syndicated humor columnist whose writing appears in publications across nine states and is featured nationally in Exceptional People Magazine. During this interview we discuss humor writing during difficult times and why it is important to laugh and share those moments with others.

This episode is a commentary about various subjects from the tragic events in Minneapolis, the SpaceX flight, and Humanity from the perspective of the host.

This is a casual podcast that was produced live May 28, 2020. The subjects range from media, podcasting, and wearing masks due to the Covid19 pandemic.

The guest on this episode is Nick Palodichuk. Nick is a film enthusiast and comic book writer. During this discussion we cover films, comic books, and how the Covid19 crisis has impacted the industries of both. Will audiences return?

Spring 2020 the Pentagon officially released three short videos showing what they termed as "unidentified aerial phenomena." This episode is a discussion about UFOs and covers aspects of science, religion, and conjecture in the public arena.

This interview is with Kay, who is an education and behavior specialist. During this time of quarantine and restricted activity, the regulation of children's behavior can be more of an issue for parents and others. Kay covers topics related to why children act out and has suggestions as to how these situations should be handled.

Our guest on this podcast episode is Mary Farr. Mary has been a guest before in regard to her book, “If I Could Mend Your Heart” which deals with the subject of managing grief. This sorrow may be due to the loss of life but also any event or circumstance which heavily impacts our lives.We talk about these subjects again and this time around we discuss how the techniques of managing loss and stress may relate to people who are strongly being impacted by the Covid19 crisis.Even though these are a difficult themes, this is not a depressing discussion. Mary’s message is that often times carving out an alternative and positive path in life can be a part of how we manage stress and difficult times.

This episode is a discussion about the current state of affairs regarding the Covid19 pandemic. The guest is Jack Casey who shares his insights and experiences as an essential worker.

This HumorOutcasts interview is with Daniela V. Gitlin, MD who is the author of, “Practice, Practice, Practice: This Psychiatrist’s Life.” The interview is lighthearted, informative, and entertaining. Even if mental health fields are not of a particular interest to you, her career journey and life experiences are worth a listen. Much of the same can be said about the book.

Our guest on this episode of the Billy Dees Podcast is Catherine Bosley, an accomplished speaker, group consultant, personal coach, and television journalist. Her mission is to help you stay safe in this day of increasing "digital danger." Her passion is as an advocate of hope for those who have been victims of cyber humiliation and bullying. A better you can emerge on the other side once we find the steadfast inner strength that she believes we all possess. During this interview Catherine talks about her background and experiences as a public figure and why she is such a strong advocate for online safety. We cover the topic of how some people are currently venting their negative opinions and frustrations regarding the Covid19 crisis on social media and how those online remarks could potentially come back to haunt them. We then discuss 5 online tips to avoid falling into that trap. We also cover numerous categories of “digital dangers” that social media usage and online activities in general can often pose. I

This episode is a topical conversation with Perry Block who is a humorist and author based in Philadelphia. Among the subjects are the Coronavirus, boomer and millennial generations, and other current events.

This episode is an interview with Pat Morrow, the owner of Crooked River Radio. Among the topics discussed are the Coronavirus, internet radio, and Ham Radio.

This episode is an interview with Jeanne Giddens @TuneTalks on Twitter about the social media platform, her work as a song writer, and her other various endeavors. The music industry and book promotion are among other topics discussed.