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In The Know with Tony Reeves
Hosted by former attorney and Judge Tony Reeves, this podcast delivers sharp insights, commentary, and real talk on law, leadership, public service, and the Black Gen X experience. Whether you’re navigating bureaucracy, seeking inspiration, or craving honest reflections from someone who’s lived it, ‘In The Know with Tony Reeves’ offers the wisdom and wit to keep you informed—and empowerBecome a supporter of this podcast…
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In The Know with Tony ReevesSurviving an unexpected health crisis
An unexpected health crisis can devastate a household financially, physically and psychologically. However, you will learn a LOT about what is and is not…
In The Know with Tony ReevesUnderstanding why your attorney dropped your case
So, you are having a conversation with your attorney where they are telling you that they are dropping your case. You are curious as to why? They took your…
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Exploring a new job location
In 1992, I moved from my college town (Tampa) to my first professional job (Tallahassee). I didn't know anyone there. I had never lived in Tallahassee. It was…
In The Know with Tony ReevesWhy an attorney won’t answer my legal question
How many of you have been under the impression that all attorneys are created equal? You're thinking "They all went to law school so they should be able to…
In The Know with Tony ReevesLife and Leadership lessons I learned from US Army ROTC Advanced Camp
One of the pathways to become an officer in the United States Army is through the participation in the Reserved Officers Training Corps or ROTC. A large number…
In The Know with Tony ReevesExploring unused employee wellness programs
How many of you actually use ALL of the wellness programs offered by your employer? Have you inquired as to programs that haven't been used by anyone?Take a…
In The Know with Tony ReevesMy first keynote speech at a Founders Day event for my Fraternity
On December 5, 2020, I was given the honor of being keynote speaker for the Delaware Alpha Phi Alpha brothers Founders Day program in recognition of the…
In The Know with Tony ReevesWhy I am terrified about visiting my doctor?
How many of you freak out just by going to a routine doctor’s visit? Even if the visit is just a check up, how many of you have found yourself stressing over…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but NOT so Easy: Understanding WHO gets the COVID 19 vaccine next
As the vaccine gets ready to be distributed, there will be a huge question as to who will get it and what the priority list will look like.On today’s issue of…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but NOT so Easy: Job Perks (when applying for a job)
When people apply for a job, most of us focus on annual leave, sick leave, health insurance and retirement benefits.How many of us think about education…
In The Know with Tony ReevesSTILL GROWING UP series, Part 1: I wanted to become a judge 7 years ago
In 2017, at the age of 47, I was given the honor of being appointed a judge. However, most people are often shocked when I tell them that I only had thoughts…
In The Know with Tony ReevesCoronavirus Vaccine Q&A, part 1: 4 matters that everyone should be aware
With the rolling out of the coronavirus vaccine, there are a lot of people who have questions about who will get it, how it it will be distributed and the…
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Mo answers about deciding to go to law school
If you are thinking about going to law school, do you know all of the important questions you should be asking???This video is a continuation of the “What I…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but NOT so Easy: Taking care of love
At some point in our lives, we may find ourselves looking after our loved ones. It may happen gradually or it may happen suddenly. However, the transition can…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but NOT so Easy: Job Reference
All job references are NOT created equal. Making sure you use the right job references is a crucial part of your job search process.In this episode of “Easy…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but NOT so Easy: Suing your employer for wrongful termination
if you have been fired, you may feel like suing your employer is the next thing you should do. However, it's important to recognize some key things if you…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but NOT so Easy: Quitting a job
At some point in your working life, you may find yourself in the position of quitting or wanting to quit your job. The decision to quit may be an easy…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but not so Easy: Filing your own lawsuit
There are countless situations where filing a lawsuit is the proper course of action. Many times, people find themselves feeling confident they can file a…
In The Know with Tony ReevesWhat I tell parents who ask me about their child wanting to go to law school
I am at that age where quite a few of my friends have kids who are either starting college or in the middle of college. At some point, if their kids are…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but not so easy: Having and access to healthcare
Welcome to "IN THE KNOW with Tony Reeves"Today, 11/24/2020, as part of our ongoing series "Easy but not easy" we are going to talk about the difference between…
In The Know with Tony ReevesLiving with Jim Crow series: Ray's Way, part 1.early child hood
As part of my ongoing series, "Living with Jim Crow", this segment is titled 'Ray's Way!'. The title is derived from my opportunity to interview my uncle…
In The Know with Tony ReevesEasy but not easy way to start a business
IN THE KNOW with Tony Reeves is proud to kickoff the inaugural: “Easy but Not Easy” series Today, we are talking about the “Easy but Not Easy” ways to start…
In The Know with Tony Reeves30s 40s 50s and Beyond.pt. 3.40 to 44, the realization
From age 40 to 44, things started to take shape in a very unique way. I had been running my own business for about 3 years. I was exploring different types of…
In The Know with Tony ReevesThe value of the BAD BUSINESS VENTURE
One of the most powerful lessons that I learned was my first time trying out a business venture. Despite having a law degree, I made all KINDS of bone head…
In The Know with Tony ReevesChanging careers pt 3 the trauma of making the right decision
Once you have committed to making the career change, the reality comes into play once you start putting things into action. And it becomes scarier once you…
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Changing careers part 2 making the right decision not the safe one
When forced to have to make a decision, we often struggle between the choice of the thing we know and the unknown. The unknown can be terrifying. The unknown…
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Changing careers part 1 nothing goes as planned
How many of us are jealous when we see people who change careers? These people make it look easy. However, sometimes, there are a lot of decisions that happen…
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Understanding the importance of homeless shelters
There are many people who have never been to a homeless shelter.. These places are a vital resource to a large segment of our population. When I was a…
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8 quick ways to showcase your skills
Did you know that your time in volunteer organizations says a lot about you? How many times have you been asked to lead a committee? These little things say a…
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Public Health and the Economy. How the two are the same
\How many people are hearing about how you have to pick one side or the other? The economy? Your health? They are both connected. I spent 6 years as a Safety…
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Why being 'Twice as Good' is another way of saying 'you are outstanding'!
If you haven’t embraced this already, but if you operate under the philosophy that you have to be ‘twice of good’ to meet someone else’s standards, why are you…
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30s, 40s, 50s and Beyond.What I learned.pt. 2 (35 to 39, the exploration)
If the average male lives to the age 75 and the average female lives to the age of 76, ages 35 to 39 is the mid life portion of your life. At this point in…
In The Know with Tony Reeves30s, 40s, 50s and Beyond.What I learned.pt. 1 (30 to 34, the transition)
When I turned 30, I had just finished my first year of law school and was heading into my 2nd year. Over a year before, I was a Naval Officer stationed with…
In The Know with Tony ReevesLiving Jim Crow. A tale of two sisters
A social worker who worked for 20 years in Alaska.A retired United States Marine Corps Sergeant Major.Two sisters born and raised in Augusta, GA, share stories…
In The Know with Tony Reeves"Dare to be Dangerously Different" Info Series, part 1: 6 Footahs
Let me share with you the story of 6 dynamic professionals who were African American, women and all over 6 feet tall. They were professionally and…
In The Know with Tony ReevesLiving with Jim Crow series: Interview with my mom, Part 2
Please tune in to the second part of my epic discussion with my personal Black History Icon, my mom, as she talks about her experiences growing up in the Jim…
In The Know with Tony ReevesLiving with Jim Crow series: Interview with my mom, part 1
You got to do this and you to do this; it was just the way we grew up. I just accepted the fact that we sat at the back of the bus, stand at the back of the…